Pioneer Family, Super Sensory Perception

"Why are you asking about admissions? I can't agree to any backdoors."

Lin Xiaohan's expression suddenly turned serious as he said earnestly:

"Usually, when you throw a tantrum or have a little fit, it's harmless.

But the Ministry of Education is one of Dongxia's three major ministries. Selecting talented individuals and providing them with education is a matter of national importance.

Qiguang Hengda University serves the diligent students of Hengzhou's cities. They have studied hard for many years, developing their vitality, just to reach this threshold.

I cannot abuse my power for personal gain."

As the Director of the General Affairs Department at Qiguang Hengda University, Lin Xiaohan held considerable influence.

He was someone that teachers from various departments would not offend, and whom they wished to befriend.

After all, the so-called "General Affairs Department" managed all logistical matters!

From document management and personnel arrangements to salary distribution, various receptions, and other miscellaneous tasks.

Everything was decided by Lin Xiaohan.

For an administrative agency, being at odds with logistics is like a soldier serving in a combat unit who offends the mess hall staff.

While it might not be life-or-death or cause serious injury, one's daily life would be made difficult.

"What kind of person do you think I am to my own sister!"

Facing Lin Xiaohan, who stood tall and righteous like a saint, Lin Yunqing pouted in dissatisfaction:

"Let alone you, even if Mom and Dad taught in the Imperial Capital, I've never asked them to pull strings for me.

Brother, remember what I told you yesterday? That exceptionally talented high school junior?"

Lin Xiaohan frowned, half-believing, half-doubting:

"You mean you actually found a high school student with a perfect balance of spirit and body, and exceptional talent? What's his name?"

Lin Yunqing presented him like a treasure, beaming with pride:

"Qin Shi!"

"Surname Qin? From Yancheng?"

"Old Factory Street!"

Lin Xiaohan's frown deepened:

"For the past decade, no one from Old Factory Street has gotten into a top Hengzhou university. A few days ago, the local Ministry of Education was discussing the closure of Cadre Schools, transitioning them from public to private."

He was not a follower of the "elite theory" prevalent in the Imperial Capital, which claimed that vitality development was closely related to bloodline and genes.

This implied that families from higher social strata were more likely to produce rare geniuses.

Figures like Qi Wuxiang and even Lian Yixing from the First Generation Ten Prodigies were among them.

Especially after the new calendar's millennium, the second generation of Ten Prodigies, hailed as successors.

They almost all came from top-tier administrative planets like the Imperial Capital and Haizhou.

This led to the resurgence of the trend that glorified bloodline nobility and affirmed genetic superiority.

But to be fair, the path of vitality development, regardless of the chosen professional path, indeed required resource supply and network support.

Therefore, upon hearing Lin Yunqing mention "Old Factory Street," Lin Xiaohan couldn't help but feel surprised.

"Vitality fifteen? Spirit fifteen? Under eighteen years old? Following the Old Martial Arts path?"

He confirmed with his sister once more.

Lin Yunqing held up the data report in her hand:

"Would your own sister lie to you? Genius can be packaged, but how could someone who makes even the Four Great National Universities envious be faked?"

Lin Xiaohan took it and began to flip through it seriously. Graphs representing vitality and spirit, along with physical imaging and electroencephalogram analysis, appeared before his eyes.

He spent a good seven or eight minutes examining the few pages.

After a long while, Lin Xiaohan looked up, picked up his thermos, took a sip, and calmed himself.

"A day student from Old Factory Street who got into the metropolitan area's New No. 1 Middle School's Hongzhi Class, their perseverance alone is extraordinary.

If, as you say, he only recently started developing his vitality and stepped onto the Old Martial Arts path.

There are likely two possibilities: either he has a very powerful teacher;

Or, he obtained some unspeakable opportunity, accumulated strength, and soared to the heavens."

Lin Yunqing nodded:

"I suspect the same. I think the former is more likely. Brother, think about it, back when the Martial Arts Association was established, they purged the major sects and suppressed illegal organizations, killing many. A lot of Old Martial Arts Factions suffered along with them.

Perhaps young Assistant Teacher Qin is the sole heir of some hidden great sect!

As for why he's working part-time at the Youth Palace? It must be to travel the mortal world and temper his Dao heart, just like me!"

Lin Xiaohan automatically filtered out the latter part of her words, pretending not to hear.

His sister often read Old Era martial arts novels and online literature, her thought process was quite unusual.

"I lean towards the latter. The vast sea of stars is never short of miracles and legends. Which of the First Generation Ten Prodigies didn't earn the gaze of spirits or the blessing of fortune?

Especially those seniors who rose from obscurity, forged in blood and fire; their lives are as epic as legends."

Lin Yunqing blinked:

"Brother, you're not thinking of killing someone for their treasure, are you? To plot against Assistant Teacher Qin... Ouch!"

Lin Xiaohan flicked his finger, and a stream of Qi made a "pop" sound, like a plastic bullet hitting Lin Yunqing's forehead, causing her to cry out in pain.

"Stop spouting nonsense! Our Lin family is a Pioneer Family, after all. When have we ever lacked opportunities? Why should we be envious of an ordinary youth from Old Factory Street?

Besides, the gifts of fate have long been priced. It's just that being in the thick of it, one can't see clearly for a time.

Opportunities don't always bring good outcomes!"

Pioneer Family refers to Dongxia citizens who voluntarily accepted the "Pioneer Order" during the New Star development.

They would often lease spaceships for massive population migrations to administrative planets still in the pioneering stage, to begin construction, industry, and plan for the future.

The descendants of each generation of pioneers regard it as a symbol of honor, believing their ancestors created everything that exists today.

The so-called Chen, Lin, Qin, and Zheng are the four most prominent and powerful Pioneer Families.

They have existed for as long as the planet beneath their feet has been developed.

Of course, most of the truly accomplished descendants of pioneers choose to continue venturing into the sea of stars, following the tide of great expansion.

Nowadays, most of these descendants bearing the pioneer surnames are merely riding on past glory.

Lin Yunqing rubbed her smooth forehead and said ingratiatingly:

"Brother, I've found such a remarkable prospect for you. Even if I haven't earned merit, I've certainly put in the effort.

Please be generous and allocate a spot from Qiguang Hengda University's support program.

You've seen Assistant Teacher Qin's talent; he's absolutely qualified!"

Lin Xiaohan pondered for a moment, then still shook his head:

"He hasn't enrolled yet and isn't a new student at Qiguang Hengda University, so he's not eligible to apply for the support program.

Regardless of the scale or cost, this must be funded by the Education Department and go through public accounts.

If I, as Director, disregard the regulations, it will inevitably lead to criticism."

Lin Yunqing showed disappointment. She knew that no matter how much her elder brother doted on her, he would never casually change his decisions on important matters.

"Little sister, I've been transferred from Yazhou and am new here. I must be cautious.

Moreover, some of my views on cultivation methods differ from those conservative elements in the 'Ancient Tomb Sect' whom I've had some dealings with, and things didn't end pleasantly.

If I recommend young Qin, it might not be beneficial for him."

Lin Xiaohan glanced at the silent Lin Yunqing, a smile playing on his lips:

"How about this: bring him to see me one day, and let's see just how monstrous his talent is.

If he's truly outstanding, I'll find a good teacher for him at Qiguang Hengda University to assist in Life Force Development.

He shouldn't be opposed to New Martial Arts, right?"

Lin Yunqing thought for a moment:

"Assistant Teacher Qin doesn't seem like a rigid person. The boundaries between New Martial Arts and Old Martial Arts aren't that clearly defined anyway. Our family's inherited Three Emperors Cannon Fist is also derived from Old Martial Arts."

Lin Xiaohan nodded:

"Alright, if this matter is settled, I'll credit you. I'll plead with Dad another day to transfer you back from the Youth Palace."

Lin Yunqing wasn't particularly concerned about herself and said vaguely:

"I'm quite happy working at the Youth Palace. By the way, what if that Qin fellow is shameless?

You know, I can't stand those arrogant, pretentious jerks!"

Lin Xiaohan's expression soured. He admonished:

"Can't you act like a young lady? Fighting and brawling all day, is that appropriate?

As for Qin Lihao, just ignore him. They have their sights set on swallowing Dangyang's Eastern Suburbs whole lately.

Qin Lihao is hot-tempered and arrogant, and Qin Zhijie is not to be feared. But their elder brother, Qin Renying, and that Qin Yixiong – one is cunning as a fox, the other is highly capable – they've run Yancheng like an iron fortress.

Let them have their little moment."

Lin Yunqing wasn't very interested in these matters and reached out for benefits:

"If you can't give me a spot in the support program, you can't skimp on the corresponding benefits, right?

Brother, bestow a bottle of high-grade Energy Liquid, give me a taste of something sweet."

Lin Xiaohan chuckled:

"Do you think Energy Liquid is like cabbage? Every time, I have to file a report with the research institute and get approval. It's very troublesome."

Lin Yunqing pouted:

"Director Lin is too stingy!"

Lin Xiaohan said helplessly:

"I'll give it a try. Since he's in the new student stage after breaking through his limits, Level 6 Energy Liquid should be enough."

In reality, even vitality that met the standards of Amateur Level 7 was difficult to fully digest and absorb.

If it weren't for his little sister, Lin Yunqing, vouching for Qin Shi as a monstrous talent, Lin Xiaohan wouldn't have wasted resources like this.

"Remember, you're several years younger than him, so don't get into any teacher-student romance that would upset Mom and Dad."

Director Lin instructed.

He felt his sister was a bit too invested in this.

"Mind your own business!"

Lin Yunqing retorted indignantly:

"Your wife was your student back then!"

Lin Xiaohan argued sheepishly:

"That was different, it was love that grew naturally and was restrained by propriety. We were in a proper relationship, how can that be the same?

Besides, your sister-in-law's family were old acquaintances of our parents."

Lin Yunqing pouted:

"Anyway, just make sure you handle that Qin guy properly so he doesn't bother me or Assistant Teacher Xiao Qin.

If you push me too far, I'll call for backup and stuff him into a sack and throw him in the river!"

After issuing her warning, Lin Yunqing quickly left.

She got into her car and re-added her friend [Lightning Whirlwind Slash], sending her a photo of the Director's office nameplate she had just taken.

[Super Invincible Tyrannosaurus Rex God: [Photo]]

[Super Invincible T-Rex God: Director Lin is personally selecting a tutor to privately train an Old Martial Arts prodigy, what do you say?]

[Lightning Whirlwind Slash: Everything can be discussed once I meet him! I just got promoted to supervisor at the company, and I have significant control over funds!]

[Super Invincible T-Rex God: Then you should make a trip to the metropolitan area when you have time, and I'll let you see what a monstrous talent really is!]

In the bedroom, Qin Shi opened his eyes and reached out to press the snooze button the moment the alarm rang.

[Intermediate Achievement - Deep Sleep (12/30)]

[Intermediate Achievement - Muscle Memory (11%)]

Old Martial Arts Cultivation Method Level 2 (27/30)

Old Martial Arts Fighting Style Level 2 (19/30)

Physique 15.1 → 16

Spirit 14.9 → 15.2

Habitually browsing through his status panel, Qin Shi felt invigorated. He put on a short-sleeved shirt and got up to wash.

"Bro, why are you walking so quietly!"

Qin Lan, the youngest, who was making porridge, turned around and was startled to see Qin Shi suddenly appear.

The spoon slipped from Qin Lan's startled hand. In that instant, Qin Shi's perception of his surroundings seemed to slow down.

It was as if a normal movie had been put in slow motion, with the camera frame by frame.

"This is..."

Qin Shi was confused and instinctively reached out, catching the falling spoon.

Swish!

The next moment.

The flow of the world returned to normal in the blink of an eye.

[Beginner Achievement - Super Sensory Perception Activated]

A line of illusory text flashed by, sinking into the depths of his consciousness.