Chapter 170: Chapter 170

Lu Xi, who had been painstakingly flipping through reference books, suddenly learned that her parents had packed their bags and gone traveling: "......"

Third Sister, who had finally found time to visit her little sister, arrived just a step too late: "......"

"That father of yours—I've known since childhood how cunning he can be!" Third Sister complained with hands on her hips, looking utterly disdainful.

Not far away, Lu Xi couldn't help but twitch her lips violently.

"Cunning"? Wasn't it more that her aunt was simply too naive? Thinking of her equally cheerful cousin... Well, genetics could be terrifying indeed.

Relieved that she'd inherited her mother's intelligence, Lu Xi exhaled deeply. After all, she was destined to become a diplomat!

Surprising many, this usually lively girl truly settled down for her future dreams. Having traveled extensively since childhood and influenced by her mother, Lu Xi possessed remarkable linguistic talent and intelligence.

Within just four years at university, she not only completed her International Politics credits but also mastered multiple languages including English, French, Russian, Italian, and Spanish—laying solid foundations for her diplomatic career.

There were obstacles, but as An Ning had once said, Lu Xi never feared stumbling or starting over.

Her exceptionally quick responses to diplomats further demonstrated her linguistic prowess.

Watching this impressive scene on TV, Third Sister screamed with excitement, declaring she'd gladly prostrate before her niece's suit pants.

In subsequent years, Lu Xi remained active in international conferences. This slightly grainy footage later went viral when the internet boomed.

Beauty, brains, family background—what more could one ask for? Wasn't this the ultimate winner's script?

While countless admired, equally many wept metaphorical rivers of envy.

But soon in 2020, another news story exploded online via Central News Network...

"Plant drought-resistant agent?"

Wait, such a thing actually existed?

The internet buzzed instantly.

Reports confirmed through repeated experiments that plants soaked with this agent developed exceptionally robust root systems with dramatically improved water retention.

Simply using it during seed soaking or planting could multiply crops' drought resistance...

This was... incredible...

"No wonder northern regions maintained stable harvests despite severe droughts this year! Amazing!"

"As a northerner, I can confirm—we received these supplies early this year. Everyone thought it was just regular phosphate fertilizer at first... Who knew it'd be this miraculous..."

As an agricultural powerhouse, food security remained crucial, especially for older generations.

Remarkably, this agent worked on multiple crop types and even medicinal herbs.

Yang An Ning's name quickly gained prominence. In environmentally challenged nations, she was practically deified.

After previous leaks, authorities officially announced the breakthrough. An Ning and her team received the nation's highest scientific honor—the Special Award for Scientific Advancement.

Amid the frenzy, An Ning's background surfaced. Many discovered this academician had already made significant contributions to plant medicine, hybridization, and genetic engineering.

But overshadowed by her latest achievement and scientists' typically low profiles, most were hearing her name for the first time.

Though... why did she look so familiar in photos?

"Wait, her daughter Lu Xi mentioned in the profile... no way..."

"Not that Lu Xi, right?"

After triple-checking, one netizen wailed:

"So all these amazing people are from one family! Guess we mere mortals don't qualify."

"No, it proves top-tier looks and intelligence are hereditary..."

"Just look at Academician Yang and Madam Lu—living proof!"

Another netizen silently facepalmed before someone else complained:

"My parents keep calling me dumb—have they considered whose genes I inherited? If either had Academician Yang's brains, would I be failing math?"

"I study hard, but while others memorize texts in ten minutes, I need half an hour! Where's the justice?"

"Please, I'm not asking for much—just let me be reborn as Academician Yang's daughter next life! Shower me with your beauty and wisdom!"

"Wow, with that scheming mind, you claim low IQ? Who you fooling?"

"Academician Yang, choose me! I need it more!"

Ignoring online chaos, An Ning lounged lazily on her sofa, occasionally accepting snacks from Comrade Lu and her precious daughter.

Basking in the villa's rooftop sunlight, she couldn't be bothered to open her eyes.

After decades of hard work, she deserved proper relaxation. Meanwhile, seventy-something Third Sister excitedly flipped through news reports, cycling through pride, excitement, and self-satisfaction—her expressions a spectacular show.

Previously, despite her comfortable life, Third Sister had often felt inadequate compared to her sister—a useless transmigrator who couldn't accomplish anything.

But now? In this moment, Third Sister felt her transmigration had profound meaning. She'd changed a buried genius girl's fate and indirectly advanced history!

How absolutely badass was that? Hahaha!

Her only regret? Not arriving earlier to protect her sister better—then An Ning wouldn't have chronic health issues limiting her achievements. With robust health, Third Sister believed An Ning could've accomplished even more, perhaps developing this agent ten years earlier to save countless lives.

Many shared this sentiment. Given the mother-daughter duo's fame, when this story broke, even descendants of the old Yang family found no one willing to acknowledge their connection—only silent disdain.

Even long-deceased Yang Second Brother got posthumously cursed: "That filial-piety-obsessed idiot! Not only did you ruin a girl's life—you hindered scientific progress!"

"Thank goodness Academician Yang persevered despite disabilities!"

"Exactly! I heard she used to faint from standing too long, yet kept researching... Academician Yang, you're truly... truly remarkable..."