Nanjing Third High, Principal's Office.

  "Battle King Qingyan, what brings you here!"

  The principal stood in front of the sofa, somewhat flustered, his hands waving aimlessly in the air, unable to find a place to rest, much like his unsettled mood.

  Liu Qingyan sat calmly on the sofa, his demeanor no longer amiable and kind. His entire aura had shifted dramatically, exuding dominance and authority without anger.

  "What, am I not allowed to come? After all, I am the lifelong honorary principal of Nanjing Third High."

  Just a few words from Liu Qingyan nearly made the principal's legs give out!

  "Of course, of course, Principal Qingyan, about Xueqi..."

  The principal was so anxious all because of one person—Liu Xueqi!

  As the most beloved granddaughter of the Battle King, she unexpectedly awakened with an F Rank Talent, casting a shadow over her future. Even the Battle King Qingyan, who was far away on the Abyssal Plane, dropped everything to return to the family.

  The principal was extremely worried that Liu Qingyan would vent his anger on the school. The wrath of a peak Battle King was no small matter!

  His heart was filled with anxiety and torment, but Liu Qingyan's voice reached his ears.

  "You've handled Xueqi's matter very well."

  "We didn't do... huh?"

  The principal was stunned. Did he hear that right?

  Awakening with an F Rank Talent equals doing well?!

  If these words hadn't come from Liu Qingyan, the principal would definitely suggest the other party get their brain checked at a hospital.

  Liu Qingyan ignored the principal's dazed expression and continued,

  "I heard before I came that the summer camp selection is being held earlier?"

  "Yes, yes, yes!"

  The principal nodded quickly, explaining,

  "Because the Era of Supremacy has begun, the higher-ups have notified us that this year's students will improve their strength much faster than in previous years.

  Starting the summer camp early will help us identify the talented seedlings, provide more resources for their development, and facilitate competition among them..."

  The college entrance exam summer camp, jointly organized by top universities, gathers talented students from various places for concentrated training and assessment.

  Those who perform well can earn extra points for the college entrance exam and even be admitted early.

  The candidates for the summer camp are selected internally by each high school and reported upwards.

  In previous years, the summer camp would be held a month before the college entrance exam.

  By then, most of the talented students had already shown their potential, some even possessing Warrior-level strength.

  This year's situation is different from any previous year, even from the earlier Era of Supremacy!

  The previous three Supremes, even with SSS Rank breakthroughs in the Eternal Tower, mostly received rewards concentrated on themselves, not affecting the entire human race.

  They relied more on their personal abilities after rising to fight for resources and expand their influence for humanity.

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  Asura, however, did not follow the same path.

  Or rather, Asura performed even better!

  A SSSS Rank rating, unprecedented in the history of the Eternal Tower before Asura achieved it!

  The key point is that Asura, with his own strength, forcibly added a strong buff to all of humanity!

  As a result, everyone's strength and potential have risen to a new level!

  Even Nanjing Third High can clearly feel it. The data at the principal's hand shows that more than a dozen students have reached level 10, and Jiang Yun has even completed a job change, obtaining an A Rank job template.

  And it's only been three days!

  After listening to the principal's report, Liu Qingyan asked again,

  "Is the summer camp selection starting today?"

  The principal's tension eased, and he spoke more fluently. In any case, he just needed to answer whatever Battle King Qingyan asked truthfully.

  "Yes, we'll collect the class lists in the morning and officially start in the afternoon, beginning with a basic test, with the final ranking based on the combat test results."

  "Good, I plan to observe this selection, is that alright?"

  "Having Battle King Qingyan as a spectator is an honor for our school's teachers and students!"

  The principal's face lit up with joy. Today's Battle King Qingyan seemed a bit strange, but he couldn't pinpoint exactly what was odd.

  Could it be...

  A flash of insight struck the principal's mind, perhaps it had something to do with Jiang Yun?

  Jiang Yun had an A Rank Talent, an A Rank job template, and was in the Fire Element, matching Liu Qingyan's expertise.

  If Liu Qingyan came for Jiang Yun, wanting to assess him and take him as a disciple, it would make sense...

  Understanding this, the principal's face brightened even more, and he hurriedly said,

  "Senior Qingyan, this year's top scorer in South River City is most likely from our Nanjing Third High!"

  "I think so too."

  Liu Qingyan was confident, knowing his granddaughter's capabilities.

  S Rank Talent, SS Rank job template, combined with the tireless nurturing of a peak Battle King!

  With such capabilities, if she doesn't become the top scorer in South River City, who else could it be?

  A name suddenly popped into Liu Qingyan's mind—Ye Bai!

  Could it be that kid Ye Bai?

  ...

  "Big Bai, are you signing up for the summer camp selection?"

  Zhao Lin returned with two application forms, handing one to Ye Bai.

  "I heard that the school is really investing in this summer camp selection, and anyone who makes it into the top 50% will receive a reward worth 100,000 Dragon Coins!"

  Zhao Lin encouraged Ye Bai to join him, two C Rank Talents at least keeping each other company.

  If they're going to embarrass themselves, they might as well do it together.

  That's true friendship.

  "Sure."

  Ye Bai took the application form, and the two of them filled it out together.

  As Zhao Lin wrote, he asked quietly, "Big Bai, did you eat the roast beef I gave you?"

  When Zhao Lin mentioned beef, Ye Bai couldn't help but think of the brave cow, struck by Lightning Arrow and turned to charcoal.

  May there be no lightning in heaven.

  Ye Bai nodded, "I did, it was quite chewy. Do you have more?"

  "If I had more, I'd have eaten it already. That stuff increases strength attributes, it's quite valuable!"

  Zhao Lin swallowed, speaking mysteriously, "You know, half of your portion was given to you by Liu Xueqi!"

  "Oh?"

  Under Ye Bai's curious gaze, Zhao Lin briefly recounted what had happened.

  "I'm telling you, that warrior was so cool, swoosh swoosh swoosh, all the monsters on the road were taken down in seconds!"

  Zhao Lin described it vividly, as if he had witnessed it himself.

  Ye Bai knew that the warrior Zhao Lin was talking about was himself.

  Ye Bai casually asked, "Did you see that warrior in action?"

  Zhao Lin shook his head, "No, but it doesn't stop him from being my idol!"

  True, Ye Bai thought to himself, if Zhao Lin had seen him in action, he would have recognized him by now.

  "Isn't your idol the Supreme Traceless?"

  "Supremes are too distant. I've decided to idolize this mysterious warrior. Once I save enough money, I'll buy the Wind Slash Skill Book!"

  When Zhao Lin mentioned Wind Slash, he even picked up a book, mimicking the motion of drawing a sword, full of determination and joy.

  Indeed, joyful souls are always drawn to each other.

  Wind Slash isn't a low-level skill; it's highly sought after by warriors, and its price has been driven up.

  Ye Bai bought it from a goblin underling, spending 7,000 Gold Coins after discounts, equivalent to 7 million Dragon Coins!

  With Zhao Lin's talent and level, who knows how many years it would take him to save up enough money.

  Ye Bai finished filling out the form and tossed it to Zhao Lin, "Hand it in for me, I'm going to the restroom."

  "Big Bai, why do you keep running to the restroom lately? My dad has a friend who often visits the men's hospital, should I ask for you?"

  "Get lost!"

  Skillfully entering the restroom and locking the door, Ye Bai took out the Trade Secret Realm Pass and contacted the goblin underling.

  "Another Wind Slash Skill Book."

  "Fourth Brother, this thing has gone up in price recently, but we'll still count it as 7,000 Gold Coins for you. Don't forget about your little brother when you have business in the future!"

  The goblin underling replied quickly, and after receiving Ye Bai's 7,000 Gold Coins, immediately sent the Skill Book over.

  A Wind Slash Skill Book was nothing to Ye Bai, not even a drop in the bucket. Giving it to Zhao Lin was just a small gesture.

  Zhao Lin had risked his life in Wind Thunder Valley to pick up beef, yet he generously gave Ye Bai two-thirds of it.

  It's important to note that the beef really did increase strength attributes, and Zhao Lin could have easily kept it all for himself, even if he shared it with Liu Xueqi, there was no need to share it with Ye Bai.

  He was also in the warrior profession, the one that needed strength attributes the most.

  Even so, Zhao Lin still shared it without any hesitation.

  In his view, good things should be shared with brothers, that's just the way it should be.

  Just this attitude alone speaks volumes.

  Perhaps if others knew about this, they would laugh at Zhao Lin's naive actions.

  But seventeen or eighteen-year-old boys sometimes still harbor such innocence, talking about brotherhood.

  With the Skill Book in hand, Ye Bai faced a new dilemma:

  "This thing is worth millions, how can I get it to Zhao Lin?"

  Ye Bai was just a poor student, suddenly producing a high-value Skill Book. He needed a plausible explanation to avoid outside suspicion.

  Who should take the blame...

  Ye Bai walked out of the restroom, still troubled by this issue, and ran into Liu Xueqi.

  "Got it!"

  Ye Bai called out to Liu Xueqi, "Little Liu!"

  "Huh? Ye Bai... are you calling me?"

  The nickname "Little Liu" made Liu Xueqi feel a bit uncomfortable for a moment.

  "Ahem, I mean, Liu classmate!"

  Ye Bai called out to Liu Xueqi and pointed to the small grove beside the teaching building,

  "I have something to discuss with you."

  Saying this, he didn't wait for Liu Xueqi's agreement and took the lead, walking towards the grove.

  Liu Xueqi, in a moment of heat, didn't know what she was thinking, but she actually followed him!

  Half a minute later,

  An explosive piece of news spread through the classes of Nanjing Third High:

  School beauty Liu Xueqi just went into the grove with her classmate Ye Bai!

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