The Last King Of Darkness
Chapter 145 - 106 Cute People

Chapter 145: Chapter 106 Cute People

Although Jinworth Academy is the only academy that trains Fire Holders, it’s not without competition.

Inheritance traditions of master and disciple alluded from ancient times still thrive in the Royal City.

The masters of various Schools remain active across various domains.

Independent scholars have countless followers and disciples.

While Jinworth Academy is indeed substantial, when it comes to individual departments and groups, it’s not very many.

And from those, even fewer students are outstanding.

Only by securing more excellent students can a group, a department, or the main academy wrest more resources for itself.

Similarly, for scholars, not to mention their many dependents who need food and drink, how can they pursue their own paths and practice their theories without resources?

There are all kinds of organizations and School institutions eyeing greedily from the sidelines.

The resources of the Royal City are fixed every year, and although they increase annually, the competition for them is fierce due to the imbalance between demand and supply. It’s all about who makes the greater contribution, who cultivates more rising stars; otherwise, how can one prove that their path is the correct one?

Therefore, once Rod manifested his potential, it was no surprise that a teacher specifically waited aside for the test results, to prevent this promising seedling from being lured away by some shameless School organization.

"Let go! Have you no decency?"

"You think men are so shallow, just because you’re busty and brainless?"

"You’re truly corrupting public morals! Insulting the sanctity of the academy’s hall!"

The teachers utilized their superiority in numbers, chastising Mina with one voice.

Yet, Mina clung to Rod’s wrist firmly, making a pitiful face as she tried to nestle into his arms, "Wow, they’re so scary, they won’t hit me, will they?"

However, her mature elder sister demeanor was too deeply rooted in people’s hearts, making this act of innocence quite unconvincing.

The recorder of the Great Book Library precisely documented this scene onto parchment, which, in the future, would become a humorous anecdote for the first owner of the ’Black Rice Bucket’, preserved as a precious piece of history.

In the midst of the commotion, the big-bearded man shouted loudly, "What’s the rush? The test isn’t even finished yet!"

He strode forward, forcefully parting the crowd.

"Can’t you wait until the test is over before scuffling? What if you cause psychological stress on the student leading to test anomalies? Where’s your public spirit?"

He turned his head.

"How about considering the Mechanical Research Institute?"

Rod scratched his head, seeing the murderous looks from the teachers and Mina, he could only say, "How about we do the test first?"

The big-bearded man, while extolling the virtues of the Mechanical Research Institute, began preparing various instruments and tools.

Shortly after, he rolled out an entire bed crafted from crystal and asked Rod to lie down on it.

"The Spiritual Energy test has begun. Please cover your body with Spiritual Energy, and activate it to the greatest extent possible."

Rod did as instructed, his body covered in a hazy glow.

The big beard and white coats got busy, constantly manipulating various crystal instruments.

After a while, a highly detailed report of Spiritual Energy was produced.

Tester: Rod from Redstone Village

Spiritual Power Level: 2

Highest Spiritual Power Strength: 1398 notches

Maximum Spiritual Energy Output: 210 notches

Average Spiritual Pressure: 60

Estimated Total Spiritual Energy: 91-366 thousand notches

Resistance: Strong

Spiritual Resilience: Strong

Evaluation: The standard values for a formal combatant, with no special Characteristic other than strong Resistance and spiritual Resilience. Only by linking to the tester’s previous report can any remarkable quality be discerned.

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The data is extremely detailed, much stronger than before by many times.

There is only one soul strength on the Obelisk, and Rod isn’t clear about how strong it actually is.

This report should be its detailed explanation.

Hmm... I am now equivalent to an official combatant, which is a Ninth Level combatant.

But my actual combat abilities should be stronger than those of an average Ninth Level combatant.

The big-bearded man said, "Compared to your Fire Spark Characteristic, your Spiritual Power can only be considered excellent. You still need more time to grow. The Mechanical Research Institute has just developed a set of machinery that can help you meditate quickly. Would you like to try it? It is very helpful for enhancing Spiritual Power."

Mina pouted, "Mr. Abe, stop bragging about your failed experiments. It exploded three times when someone sat on it, three meditators got severely burned, and now you want to harm my little Rod?"

The big-bearded man retorted angrily, "I have made improvements; it will definitely be successful this time! You mess around with your useless theories all day, what’s the point? The Mechanical Research Institute should reconsider your special engagement contract!"

Mina got angry, "What do you mean useless theories! You don’t understand what truth means!"

The big-bearded man sneered, "Only my path can save Trolian!"

"Hah! Your path leads only to the sewer!"

"What did you say...."

Just as they were arguing furiously, the department head teacher stealthily grasped Rod’s wrist, and with a flash of Spiritual Light in her hand, Rod’s vision blurred, and the surroundings completely changed.

The long round table, the aqua walls, the austere decor; this was the Academic Affairs Office’s room.

The Academic Affairs Office was where all the affairs of Jinworth Academy were handled, a gathering place for teachers and clergy.

Department Head Miller looked relieved, turning her head to see Rod, her stern face revealing a trace of a smile.

"Rod, take a seat."

She poured a steaming cup of green flower tea for Rod.

"Have some. It can restore your spirit, eliminate fatigue. You must be tired after just having completed the tests," she said.

"Thank you."

Rod whispered, though he didn’t really feel tired.

The only thing tired was his heart.

He cradled the green flower tea, cautiously took a sip. The clear fragrance and slightly sweet taste immediately refreshed his spirit.

Director Miller sat opposite him and said seriously, "Rod, you should have seen what happened today. By rights, I shouldn’t interfere in the private life of a student, but as part of a teacher’s duties, let me remind you slightly, here at the academy, academics should take priority. Most of you will go on to face battlefields that are much more cruel than now."

She paused briefly.

"On this point, I don’t agree with the King; he has made our internal environment too mild, with a united Fire Will but also the freedom of personal choice, the presence of love, comfort in body and mind, lively moods... These completely contradictory demands do not match our external environment. Although the number of people becoming corrupted and going insane has decreased, it has also led to tendencies within us to seek pleasure and other unfavorable trends."

She gave Rod a serious look again.

"I hope you won’t fall into these kinds of whirlpools. You should choose a partner like Kashan. Even if, uh... not so perfect, spiritual love is far greater than physical. I hope you can understand this," she continued.

The teachers here even take care of matchmaking?

Rod couldn’t help but tease inwardly.

All strong sister characters, where are the gentle and considerate younger sister types?

However, from Director Miller’s words, he sensed that the harmonious atmosphere in Royal City was indeed a result of the King’s policies, aimed at reducing "corruption" and "insanity."

The environment here indeed feels oppressive, but from your tone, it seems this is not just a psychological issue.

Director Miller coughed, moving onto the main topic.

"Rod, from the tests just now, you should understand your potential. You have very strong Spiritual Vision, powerful long-range attack abilities, the ability to directly damage Souls, and the adaptability to the sewers. You are a born Combatant and should be active on the front lines of battle, not relegated to the role of a researcher, scholar, or support and production staff member," she asserted.

She looked at Rod seriously, a gleam in her eyes.

"So I hope you do not leave the special student team. Complete all your courses at Jinworth Academy to become a powerful Combatant," she urged.

Rod finally understood what they were arguing about, and couldn’t help but smile.

He had no intentions of leaving. Logistics and production staff might seem safe, but for him, it was actually very dangerous.

"Of course," Rod agreed, "I will."

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