Chapter 501: Review Conference
“Um… greetings to all the students and instructors from the Extraordinary Academies. Today, this conference is held here, and I need to announce on behalf of all the academies that the joint examination assessment has nearly concluded.”
At this moment, as the joint exam had completely finished, the conference that followed began its final summary on the Bobapop Islands.
Many students who had not yet left from various academies gathered on the island where the Wizard Academy was located.
The host of this review conference was, of course, the Wizard Academy, which provided the false world space magic for this friendship event.
“Although there were many unexpected events during this joint exam, the candidates from each academy brought unique surprises for everyone.”
This joint examination utilized the Earth Vein techniques from the Witch Academy, completing a nearly high-difficulty live broadcast without physical props, and this conference was also broadcast live throughout, with no academy expecting to escape scrutiny.
Especially Holy Angel Academy, who expressed that they took this matter very seriously and would ensure that these images were broadcasted to Holy Angel Academy without any distortion.
“Thanks to the special groups from each academy for maintaining order during this joint exam, we also need to acknowledge that…”
At this point, the elderly wizard with a white beard shifted his tone to a more serious one.
“However, there were also a few groups that took advantage of their power to disrupt the order of this joint exam. After multiple reports and evidence verification, we have taken serious self-reflection on the individuals who severely neglected their duties during this joint exam, and we will issue a multi-academy warning to prevent similar incidents in the future.”
As these words were spoken, most of the students in the crowd below became excited and clapped loudly.
After all, most of the students gathered here were ordinary students who hadn’t had a satisfactory experience during this joint exam, and now they heard that someone was so blatantly cheating! This naturally made them very angry.
But now, all of this retribution had come!
After all, everyone was here for the “Review Conference,” and who wouldn’t want to hear some fun?
Moreover, those being criticized were all teaching assistants from various academies! It was a level that was unattainable for them, and who wouldn’t enjoy seeing them struggle and leave behind their black history?
“The formal process of the review conference begins now. Let us welcome our protagonists, hum…”
Once this instructor finished speaking, he let out a cold snort, as if he too was deeply ashamed of such behavior.
Then, a group was brought out by another instructor from the side, and at the forefront were the Missionary Angels from Holy Angel Academy, one of the top three academies.
At this moment, they hung their pristine white wings low, with not even an angelic halo showing, dressed simply and with expressions full of remorse.
And as this heavyweight figure appeared, many present inhaled sharply!
How could an academy ranked among the top three lead in cheating!
The crowd immediately began to murmur, mentioning that they heard Holy Angel Academy was the first to enter the main island, now it seemed someone had guided them; no wonder they had such a huge advantage at the start—various information or rumors were directly discussed, and the most awkward among those present were the students from Holy Angel Academy.
The Missionary Angels of Holy Angel Academy were lined up in front, which was obviously intentional.
The Wizard Academy had performed impeccably during this joint exam, and the venue was also provided by them. Following them was the Witch Academy, which at least had no visible issues and held the rights to broadcast the Earth Vein live footage. The Aphhemia Academy had taken a considerable hit this time but had not targeted them, and as for Holy Angel Academy, who were so conspicuously caught, how could they not take the lead in this?
At this moment, I stood below admiring their splendid self-critiques, the only regret being that I wouldn’t get to hear Li Feiya’s speech, as I heard she tore up her self-critique right after the joint exam finished. What a pity… after all, I hadn’t had a chance to see what she had written; it was a critique of over ten thousand words, which, even if it was fluff, still needed some level.
But I could imagine that if Li Feiya were to attend this review conference, she would probably passionately express everything she had done.
And she wouldn’t consider it shameful, but rather a point of pride.
“It’s really intriguing to hear the usually aloof Missionary Angels conducting such a humble self-critique,” I couldn’t help but laugh among the crowd and turned to Bai Yu beside me, asking, “What do you think, Sister Bai?”
“It really is interesting.” Bai Yu also showed genuine curiosity. This conference, which resembled a farce, certainly offered plenty of entertainment, and the greatest source of amusement was indeed created by Xiao Han.
“Xiao Han, you must have gotten quite involved in this joint exam, right?”
“Eh? Don’t say such things, Sister Bai! I’m a well-behaved teaching assistant who abides by the rules and wouldn’t do anything so heinous!” I replied with a playful smile that clearly conveyed a different message.
“Xiao Han still immersed in the act, huh? The joint exam is over; even if there’s a review, it wouldn’t be retroactive,” Bai Yu said nonchalantly. “Why not share your glorious deeds with me?”
“Eh? Didn’t you all know?” I poked Bai Yu curiously.
In theory, the Extraordinary Academy oversees the entire examination venue, and even if I used the Knowledge Shadow derived from the Great Knowledge Tree, it didn’t mean no one would notice. As long as there was a magical effect, there would be magic fluctuations, and the movement of extraordinary energy would be detectable by instructors at the extraordinary level. At most, they just didn’t understand which means I was using; it was a perfect opportunity to inquire from Bai Yu.
“I know a little, but not much. I just heard that someone used a very concealed spell against the leading figures from the Witch Academy. Xiao Han, I must say you are indeed cautious. If it weren’t for repeatedly checking the footage, many witches wouldn’t have realized it was your doing.”
“See! It was still discovered!”
“But it wasn’t reported by the other academies, was it? This matter made the instructors of other academies want to report you. Especially when you showcased an ability similar to Earth Vein Magic.”
“Really? What a pity~ If I had been there, I would have loved to see their faces when they tried to take me down but couldn’t succeed.” I said with a truly regretful tone.
“You’re getting more and more unfocused,” Bai Yu chuckled lightly. “But I didn’t expect you, Xiao Han, to have so many tricks up your sleeve. Although I don’t know much about Earth Vein Magic, my sisters told me it’s not something simple.”
“Do you want to know, Sister Bai?”
“No, Xiao Han, everyone has their own secrets. You don’t need to reveal everything in your heart to anyone.” Bai Yu shook her head and then thought of something, saying, “If you want someone to listen to your inner thoughts, I can also be your listener.”
“Then it’s settled! Sister Bai can always be my listener, ready to learn about my secrets. Honestly, I feel like there’s almost nothing I can hide from you, and… I really don’t have anyone else to share my stories with. I truly… really don’t have anyone to confide in, so my need to express myself is quite strong!”
“Hmm…” Bai Yu gently patted my head, responding softly, with a hint of affection in her tone.
She could see that Xiao Han… lacked love, severely lacking security and the ability to feel loved, and also needed someone to share the burdens and listen to her thoughts.
While Bai Yu knew she didn’t exactly wish for Xiao Han to disclose all her secrets, as the only person Xiao Han could fully trust, she tried to shoulder some of the heavy emotions inside her. After all, being trusted so thoroughly by someone is a privilege not everyone is worthy of.
After indulging in some intimate exchanges with Bai Yu, we eventually left. After all, after watching the critiques from the Missionary Angels of Holy Angel Academy, there was nothing else to see, especially with the Sea Tribe members’ segments being even less interesting.
During the joint exam, I had wandered quite a bit around the Bobapop Islands, of course, I was also scouting the scenery to find a suitable place for Bai Yu and me to spend our luxurious semester break.
In the end, I chose a seaside vacation villa on one of the surrounding islands.
I must say, the scenery there was absolutely stunning, and when I arrived, I was deeply captivated. Unfortunately, it was during the joint exam, and the actions of many candidates ruined my mood to enjoy it.
With the background operation of the Witch Academy, we didn’t exert much effort to check-in here.
Looking at the exceptionally bright blue sea, even without filters, and feeling the sea breeze occasionally blowing and the rhythmic waves hitting the shore, just listening to this soothing white noise made it easy for me to shed all my worries and concerns.
“Ah~ how wonderful it is to just specify a place and be able to stay freely?” I flopped down on the soft couch, tilting my head to admire the view through the large glass floor-to-ceiling window.
“Yes, it’s said that the vacation islands around Bobapop Islands belong to the Wizard Academy. As one of the initiators of this joint exam, they can certainly do this.”
“The Wizard Academy’s territory… Does the Witch Academy also have such vacation spots? Can students from the Witch Academy access it for free?” I asked.
“Of course! It just isn’t something I have investigated much. But as students of the Witch Academy, we are very welcomed anywhere in these worldly places, and the other academies will give us face. After all, there’s an insurmountable barrier between us.” Bai Yu was very clear that this barrier was the mastery of extraordinary powers.
“That’s amazing! Then won’t we be able to get free access anywhere in the future?”
“Well, it’s kind of like that. When the academy issues tasks, the properties belonging to the Extraordinary Academies are generally offered free of charge to students near the task points.”
“Tasks? Oh~ I remember now.” Bai Yu’s mention reminded me of the so-called task board on the academy system, which I had indeed looked into before.
After all, even tasks like kidnapping people could openly be put on the task board, so others didn’t seem too strange.
“So, Sister Bai, what are the general tasks outside the academy usually about?” I asked curiously.
“Well… mostly about preventing or helping to halt extraordinary crimes, because many students who graduate and realize they can’t advance in extraordinary abilities don’t choose to stay at school. Even if they are forcibly stripped of their powers, it’s still easy for them to use their acquired skills to grasp other powers in the outside world.”
“Oh~ that sounds tough. Have you taken on any of these tasks, Sister Bai?”
“Not much, because most of them are thankless tasks.”
“That’s true. If one isn’t a hero overflowing with a sense of justice, who would want to do such things?”
I climbed off the couch to look at Bai Yu, and then we chatted about other matters to expand my horizons, as I was very curious about these things I hadn’t experienced before.
“By the way, Sister Bai, even though I became your teaching assistant, I haven’t actively asked you about the teaching aspects yet~ so for next semester… how should I assist you with teaching?”
After all, teaching assistants generally help instructors with various errands, handling tedious tasks, and might even be asked to cover classes during busy times.
Being a teaching assistant just makes one look good in front of the students.
But I hadn’t helped Bai Yu with anything yet; the only thing she taught me were some techniques of body cultivation related to the Five Senses, and we hadn’t reached a deeper level.
“Who said that being my teaching assistant means you have to help me with those trivial matters? Body cultivation classes are actually very niche, and there’s not much I need to do. At most, I’ll only schedule two or three classes a week. Xiao Han, don’t forget why you became a teaching assistant.”
Bai Yu came behind me, placing her hands on my shoulders and gently pushing me back onto the sofa.
“Well… to avoid the Witch Academy’s disapproval of teacher-student relationships!” I promptly spoke without hesitation!
“Yes~ that’s one aspect.” Bai Yu was momentarily surprised, as this wasn’t the answer she anticipated, but if this was the answer… it seemed to be alright?
“But more importantly, isn’t it to lessen the unnecessary impact of those courses and exams on you? You told me this, didn’t you? I know Xiao Han that you have your own plans and things to handle, so I won’t become your obstacle.”
“That’s true… but… I feel like I’m currently hitting a bottleneck. I really wish I was the kind of genius who could continuously solve various problems… being stuck like this feels really frustrating…”
What I wanted to express was that I didn’t envy those who could achieve great accomplishments; I only envied those who could focus on their own tasks and solve difficulties they encountered. The ability to continuously resolve issues was what I admired.
If discovering or researching a genius could be attributed to luck, those who could continuously solve problems truly relied on absolute strength.
“Oh? Is there really something that can stump Xiao Han? Although I may not be able to help much, if there’s anything you need, you can also talk to me about it.”
“Then… Sister Bai! Help me try something new!”
