"Though my bookcase is a little small, it still contains twenty or thirty books.
It's only been two hours and ten minutes since you walked into the office, and you're saying you've finished reading all these books?"
Yi Chen nodded. "A few of the books on campus architecture and student management were rather dull, but overall, they were still quite enjoyable."
Chamberson remained skeptical and rose to walk over to the bookcase.
Honesty was also an important quality in a gentleman.
He randomly pulled out several books and tested him on their contents.
However,
Yi Chen could actually identify the approximate page numbers, provide the chapter titles and basic content, and even offer his own opinions.
Professor Chamberson had taught for many years, but he had never seen a student like this.
"Wait... Could this be related to your profession? You should have already inspected its relevant traits through your outfit. Tell me about them."
"Mm."
When Professor Chamberson heard about the student's special profession and its associated traits, he froze.
"It grants you mastery of Old Living Script, increases your reading speed, and improves your efficiency at understanding ancient books and secret tomes?
It can even increase your intelligence by devouring diseased brains?"
"Is that particularly unusual?"
"Generally speaking, an initial profession only provides a minor boost, mainly in the form of support.
Only a very small number of Rare Professions possess traits that can directly increase Base Attributes, such as your brain-devouring ability.
Besides,
this is the first time I've heard of someone possessing mastery of Old Living Script. The organization will certainly make great use of you in the future.
When you possess enough strength to explore the Gray Domain, this linguistic ability will provide you with tremendous assistance."
At this point, Yi Chen happened to have a question as well.
"Professor Chamberson, does the so-called Human Limit mean raising a particular attribute to its maximum value?"
"That's right.
Humanity's weakness exists precisely because of the 'limits' established by certain rules.
Through generation after generation of reproduction and development, humans gradually became the rulers of the world. We also instinctively accepted our own weakness and grew accustomed to living beneath these limits.
Yet we never realized that this 'peace and tranquility' was merely an illusion... Once a genuine threat erupted, humanity would perish in a short time.
One of the organization's main reasons for being established was to break this way of thinking.
With the help of Gentleman's Skin, we connect with the growth system, gaining the possibility of breaking through our limits.
Then, through study, training, and field missions, we activate the hidden potential within your bodies, allowing you to touch the human limit in 'a certain aspect.'
Once one of your attribute values reaches 6, you'll clearly sense the existence of the limit.
It's like a membrane, blocking your path... preventing you from reaching a higher level."
Yi Chen continued questioning him.
"Exactly how can we cross this membrane representing the limit? Do we still rely on Gentleman's Skin?"
"Actually, that isn't a question you should be asking yet... But there's no harm in revealing a little in advance.
The skin is merely a medium that guides you into connecting with the growth system.
To break through the Limit Membrane, you need a 'membrane-breaking object' that matches your own nature. The organization collectively refers to such things as relics—objects that originate from ancient times.
You can only hope to find one by venturing deep into the Gray Domain or killing certain special Sick Ones.
Once you reach the limit, you'll naturally find out."
"Relics? Ancient times?"
Chamberson lightly patted Yi Chen on the shoulder, interrupting his thoughts.
"Enough! Focus on how to touch the Limit Membrane first.
Since your profession leans toward intelligence, I'll arrange more mental and spiritual training... That also happens to be my area of expertise."
However, Yi Chen had his own thoughts regarding his personal training.
"Professor Chamberson, please arrange physical training for me.
Since my professional trait allows me to absorb diseased brains to increase my intelligence attribute... I'll find my own way to raise that aspect to its maximum value."
"Don't tell me you want to have 'multiple attributes' touch the Limit Membrane together?"
"Not exactly... I just rather enjoy the feeling of personally killing Pathogens. By the way, is that really possible? A Multi-Attribute Limit?"
"It is, but it's rare~ The main reason is that there isn't enough time.
The reason the academy limits the training period to two years is that we don't have much time to spare... The Gray Domain's expansion has never stopped.
Our exploration of the outside world and Disease Removal efforts simply can't keep up with the Gray Domain's erosion."
"Mm~ I understand. Two years should be enough!
I'm sorry for the trouble, Professor Chamberson. Please arrange physical training for me."
"Haha! You and Wilbert are actually rather similar in certain ways. By the way, do you still have the Business Card I gave you earlier?"
"I do."
Yi Chen took out the Owl Business Card and prepared to return it.
"No... Keep it safe~
Like you, I'm a gentleman type who leans toward intelligence. The physical training I can provide has its limitations. At most, I can teach you some basic things.
Tomorrow,
I'll give you another letter. After the 'Pathology' course ends, hand that letter and my Business Card to the 'teacher' in charge of the class.
He'll be responsible for your physical training."
"Understood."
"Oh, right... Let me remind you of something.
That teacher is a little strange and has certain eccentricities, but his attainments in physical training rank among the top three of all the instructors.
If you can persevere and learn some real stuff from him, you might truly be able to reach a Multi-Attribute Limit.
There's also this:
Because of his personality and eccentricities, that teacher has been stripped of his Mentor qualifications by the academy. He hasn't taught any students for a long time.
If you feel you can't hold on, come back and tell me immediately.
If forcing yourself onward damages your 'foundation,' your future will be completely ruined."
"Got it."
Although Professor Chamberson's description was extremely strange,
as long as an opportunity was placed before him, Yi Chen would give it a try.
"We can't waste the rest of today either.
I'll give you an introductory test now and see how your 'foundation' is... If you can't even pass the basics, there's no need for you to undergo physical training.
Twenty push-ups per set, five sets in total.
Ten single-leg squats per set, five sets in total.
Rest for thirty seconds between each set.
If you're ready, you can begin now."
"Huh? All right."
Yi Chen bent over and braced himself against the floor, his arms perfectly perpendicular to his shoulders.
He performed the push-ups with extremely precise form, each movement nearly flawless... After completing all five sets in succession, he was only slightly out of breath.
He completed the single-leg squats just as smoothly, with not a single movement to criticize.
"Have you... trained before?
First Gentleman clearly detected that your body was in an unpolished state."
"I trained when I was young. I have no problem with these basic exercises." As Yi Chen said this, he seemed to recall some unpleasant memories.
"Next, let's test your basic reactions."
As soon as he finished speaking,
Professor Chamberson suddenly revealed killing intent and swung a diagonal Hand Blade.
At the same moment,
the visual enhancement formed by combining with Little Grape allowed Yi Chen to dodge immediately.
He executed an extremely fluid backward roll, smoothly placing his right hand on the ax handle at his waist, ready to counterattack at any moment.
Such a smooth movement left Chamberson puzzled once again.
"Your reaction... seems trained as well.
Your rolling technique is especially practiced. That's quite important in actual combat."
Yi Chen scratched his head. "That was also something from when I was young. Back then, to avoid getting beaten as much, I often used my spare time to practice rolling... After all, once I was caught, things would get very bad."
"Mm.
I more or less understand why you want to train your body now. Your body really does possess the potential to touch the limit.
Then it's settled.
Go back and adapt to the outfit you just obtained, and prepare for class... The names of your batch of new students have already been entered into the campus system, and your corresponding dormitories have been arranged. Go move in early.
I hope your meeting with that teacher tomorrow goes smoothly."
"Thank you, Professor."
Before you continue