Chapter 607: How Important is It for Players to See the Enemy’s HP Bar!
“Wenni, is it really okay to do this? We should have more collaborations with that Teaching Assistant Xiao Han later on, after all, it’s just a language issue…”
“Huh? You’re the little one who just started following me, right? It’s fine. That Teaching Assistant Xiao Han is seen as an unstable factor from our perspective. Collaboration is possible, but she’s definitely not a partner we must rely on. It would be best if she stays there researching her tree and dedicates the entire semester to it. As for the language issue, the Witch Academy isn’t the only place with someone who understands the language of that civilization.”
With that, Teaching Assistant Wenni Beck had nothing more to say.
Indeed, the Witch Academy does not have only one person who understands the language of that civilization. Miss Qiu Ruxin is currently well taken care of by the All-purpose Association, and as long as they don’t openly fall out with Teaching Assistant Xiao Han, Miss Qiu Ruxin can still be easily deceived.
More importantly… is the Great Knowledge Seed.
Although it is rarely circulated among students and even between Teaching Assistants, it does exist. Anyone whose mentor possesses any abilities can ask for it; mentors often relent when asked, as nearly every mentor has one at this point.
Moreover, they learned from the mentors that this Great Knowledge Seed is merely a “toy” for Extraordinary Witches.
With the Great Knowledge Seed, learning a language doesn’t take long. Remembering vocabulary and grammar is all that is needed—the rest is just continuous communication and practice. They don’t need their speech to be beautiful; it’s enough for the refugees to understand them.
There’s no need to ask that Teaching Assistant Xiao Han for the use of the Knowledge Shadow spell. Although the Knowledge Shadow of the Great Knowledge Seed cannot be used on others, self-use is sufficient.
They acknowledge that Teaching Assistant Xiao Han is capable, and her research topics are considerable enough to be discussed with mentors. They even know that she possesses the “Great Spellbook,” which they can only dream of having. They don’t care how she obtained it; they only know she has it, which is enough to make them envious.
For this reason, they are eagerly preparing for the opportunity to obtain the most likely form of [Extraordinary Knowledge].
Now they know the main component of that [Extraordinary Knowledge] is with Tan Han. It doesn’t matter; she can’t use it, and for other components like the Heart of Cold Wave, they are already plotting. There’s not just one or two of those; there are many. They don’t need to be overly particular about each one, just need to know where they are. The remaining steps involve just going to collect them, merely a matter of cost.
Before gathering all the components of that [Extraordinary Knowledge], rushing to grab it ahead of time is of little significance—it’s just a game that has changed hands several times.
However, setting aside [Extraordinary Knowledge], this trip to Ninglan New City is also a crucial step for them.
Why is it crucial?
The reconstruction of civilization! The reconstruction of civilization implies the operation of society, which means the expansion of the market. Even if the initial investment is substantial, it’s fine. The market in the Main World has basically stabilized, while the Expanding Realm is a blue ocean waiting to be explored.
For them, only those who can play are qualified to reach out here.
Furthermore, their club at the Witch Academy is the most qualified group to extend a hand here.
Moreover, they haven’t been idle these past few days.
The Expanding Realm is not something the Witch Academy alone can absorb, which is evident from the exchange students sent over by other Extraordinary Academies.
Additionally, they’ve gleaned some information from those exchange students.
The primary purpose of sending such individuals over from Extraordinary Academies is to establish a foothold at a place like Ninglan New City, and then to develop areas similar to Ninglan New City in the Expanding Realm, creating stable connections to their academies.
Thus, the people of the Witch Academy must act quickly; no time can be wasted for any first-mover advantage.
Of course, if possible, they wouldn’t mind making things difficult for the folks from other Extraordinary Academies during this period.
Moreover, they learned that there will be no interference from Extraordinary Mentors this time around in the Expanding Realm. Because of this, other Extraordinary Academies have gone through great lengths to establish teleportation channels for their exchange students through the Witch Academy.
Likewise, they also understand that the mentor beside Xiao Han will not interfere with their normal negotiations.
While these people are arranging for others, I’m also gradually carrying out my attempts here.
As for what those individuals think deep down, I’m not interested in knowing; everyone has their own thoughts, and there’s no need to correct others.
However… I’ve been forced to learn about the current situation through the Great Knowledge Tree.
While others are plotting, do I not have my own plans?
Over the past few days, no one knows what exactly I’ve been doing.
Since the old Wanlian Main Network Tree died and the new Wanlian Main Network Tree took its place, it has been growing continuously, with its roots spreading underground, forming a brand new root network.
The most crucial point of a network is the connection points. The main body of the Wanlian Main Network Tree is not omnipotent, but it can connect many things.
The “computer,” “phone,” “TV,” etc., of that civilization’s botanical technology—indeed, even the earth energy-powered bulbs and appliances I’ve used—were connected through the plant network. These are the foundations of a civilization’s modernization.
Now, the plant network can connect… any plant roots!
Even if the plant is just a weed… doing so has no significance whatsoever.
But it’s just a weed with no function. When the plant network spreads across the entire Expanding Realm, who dares to guarantee that a weed won’t have some artificially induced effect?
If one wants to understand how to quickly transition a humanity spread across an entire world from a savage state of starvation to a social structure of regional unity…
That would require a leader able to dissipate any dissent and unite everyone.
And how can this be achieved?
By granting them power.
It doesn’t matter whether that person is good or evil, as long as they can gather people together to form a stable social group, they are a good leader.
Only those who have crossed the stage of determining right from wrong are qualified to discern who is good or bad.
However, this still does not rely on me to distinguish, but rather on the sound values of this civilization and society. Let us not forget that this civilization has not been severed; they will make their own choices.
And I am currently taking the most important step.
Granting those people the means to harness power, and the rest involves planting the Wanlian Main Network Tree… throughout the entire Expanding Realm!
Power is merely a tool, and players are just a form. I don’t want to mold this civilization into something resembling that game world.
I will give them the opportunity, so I don’t interfere forcefully with these matters. If they are not confident in their own culture and turn to completely accept my ideas, discarding their civilization, then this civilization will have no potential for development and will rightfully fall into my hands to be toyed with.
However, saying all of this is still too early. After all, if I want to realize my plans, facing obstacles is inevitable.
Don’t they also have their own ideas? Therefore, conflicts are bound to occur.
And now… it’s time to test the power of my knowledge.
Integrating the power of knowledge into the Wanlian Main Network Tree is a challenging affair, confronting one key technical issue after another as if it were never-ending. Even with Sister Agnes helping by my side, I still have many unresolved problems.
Nevertheless, I still plan to let those people try; I primarily need “experimental samples” to test the “product.”
Of course, these are also some “small discoveries” I came across while incorporating the power of knowledge into the Wanlian Main Network Tree system.
As the saying goes, only a practical foundation can support bursts of inspiration; expectation is one thing, practice is another.
The power of knowledge represents the manifestation of my field’s order, while the Wanlian Main Network Tree is a derived skill under my Great Knowledge Tree system.
And my inspiration source is those players’ previous “instance disasters.” Does the order of the field have to rely solely on me?
The combination of the Wanlian Main Network Tree and the Great Knowledge Sharing Spell is simply a perfect test subject!
First, it’s essential to understand that the knowledge power generated by the dual tree structure is not my “sharing of power”; it should be considered an extension of my order.
Because the power of knowledge system belongs to me, the Witches merely treat it as a “tool” for studying the Great Knowledge Tree, not as a power system that can be governed by learners.
However… is the power of knowledge actually a power system?
Yes, but it belongs to me.
No one likes power that does not belong to them, unless it is a very useful tool that can be easily discarded.
However, the players I have granted power to need not worry about this issue; they may not even need to know this truth. That’s why I say the power I grant them is a tool.
If they truly establish a power system in the form of society with this… I wouldn’t mind being the cornerstone of their civilization’s power system, as long as they don’t mind.
“How does it feel?”
I look at the seven people before me.
None of these seven could resist the temptation of extraordinary power, but then again, they might just be ready to bear the cost of extraordinary power.
What they think is not important.
“It feels great.” A few of them feel their bodies and seem to find no issues.
Not long ago, they arrived here with trepidation, accepting the so-called granting of extraordinary power.
And the counterpart kept their promise, taking a fruit from the new Wanlian Main Network Tree.
After they ate it, there seemed to be no particularly obvious changes; they didn’t even experience any pain as they had originally expected.
“Not feeling anything? ” I asked.
“Um… no… wait…” The leader was about to speak when they noticed a flash before their eyes. They instinctively rubbed their eyes to ensure they weren’t seeing things. “There’s a change! An information box appeared before me!”
“Right! What about you all?” I nodded, looking at the other six.
It appears to be similar to the version that Sister Agnes personally experienced.
Moreover, this thing is even more brainless to use. Many aspects don’t require the use of mental power; instead, they are controlled by simpler conscious actions, connected by subconscious techniques related to the knowledge shadow.
“I can indeed see it. This is the extraordinary power?”
“This! This is the system from novels!”
“System?” Clearly, some of them among the seven are not avid readers of novels.
“It’s the golden finger of the protagonist in the novels! With this, you can do anything!”
“If it helps you grasp the concept, you can indeed think of this as a system, but it’s not that illogical thing from the novels.” Seeing their excitement, I didn’t hesitate to pour cold water on them, “However, it can help you master extraordinary power.”
“Really? How do I master it? Just click on it and voila?”
“If this is your mindset of obtaining something for nothing, I will reconsider whether you are suitable to wield extraordinary power.”
“Sorry! I will correct my mindset right away!”
“You all go back and explore the functions of this system for yourself. Mastering extraordinary power isn’t an overnight matter; it also depends on your understanding.”
After sending them off, I returned to Sister Agnes.
The reason I didn’t quickly teach them how to master the power of knowledge is that the technology surrounding it has not yet fully broken through.
After all, has it only been a few days?
I’m not rushing into it so quickly. Even the simplest technologies require time to hone.
However, it won’t take many days before results begin to materialize. Until then, let them slowly explore during these days; moreover, I also left some useful materials for them.
A very basic meditation method to enhance mental power, and…
“Xiao Han, did you also add the Enlightenment Meditation Technique to their skill slots and teach it to them?” At this moment, Sister Agnes walked over to ask.
“Yeah, since they are starting very late. The meditation method only helps them reach the basic threshold for mastering extraordinary power, while the Enlightenment Meditation Technique is meant to enlighten their wisdom. Sister Agnes, don’t forget, if the opportunity for the game qualification spreads, the number of people using it will bring me much experience feedback. Perhaps an unconscious inspiration from a single person could be a breakthrough I eagerly hope for.”
“True, once your power of knowledge officially completes sharing through the Wanlian Main Network Tree, that indeed…”
“I’ve said it before—this isn’t sharing. Each individual represents the continuation of my field’s order.” I corrected.
However, one important point I didn’t mention is that the spread of the Enlightenment Meditation Technique is truly significant for me. It concerns the progress of my Grand Wisdom Enlightenment Spell and serves as an important experiment to test that hypothesis!
I want to widely promote it to see if spreading wisdom can truly contribute to the Grand Wisdom Enlightenment Spell.
“Alright, alright~” Sister Agnes chuckled, choosing not to comment further. “You do whatever you think is best. By the way, I recently had an idea. Xiao Han, what do you think about letting those players add their own blue and HP bars?”
“Blue bar and HP bar?” I looked at Sister Agnes in surprise, finding the proposal unexpectedly logical.
“Yeah! I also want to use the Earth Vein Identification Technique to display the enemy’s HP bar. Xiao Han, you don’t really play games, so you don’t know how significant it is for players to see the enemy’s HP bar!” Sister Agnes attempted to explain the importance of adding the HP bar for the enemy, but I quickly stopped her.
“No… I know.” I firmly stated, “No matter how many obstacles need to be overcome, the rational design of the enemy’s HP bar must be done well!”
“Indeed! Xiao Han, you understand, don’t you?”
“Hmm~ Yes! But let’s first solve the issue we are facing right now, and then I’ll study the HP bar together, okay?”
“Of course! Hurry, I can’t wait any longer!”
