Cheng Mo's Dreams Turn to Ash

"My strength level?"

"You guess?"

An Xiaoxue was being playful, a rare occurrence.

This was the first time An Xiaoxue had smiled since the battle that evening.

Xu Tui and Gong Ling exchanged a look. Both had extensive combat experience from their time at school and immediately understood each other.

"I guess Teacher An was at least an A-grade Gene Liberator before her advancement," Gong Ling said first.

"You're underestimating Teacher An. Teacher An is a professor at Huaxia Gene Evolution University. I think Teacher An was an S-grade Gene Liberator before her advancement," Xu Tui said earnestly.

An Xiaoxue saw through their little trick instantly.

"What I can tell you is that I am now a C-grade Gene Mutant," An Xiaoxue said.

"A C-grade Gene Mutant?"

Xu Tui and Gong Ling both rested their chins on their hands.

This range was quite broad.

It meant that before breaking through to become a Gene Mutant, An Xiaoxue was at least a C-grade Gene Liberator. Of course, she could have been B-grade, or even A-grade.

Xu Tui felt she was more likely B-grade. Otherwise, she wouldn't be worthy of the title of Mysterious System professor at Huaxia Gene Evolution University. That wasn't something to be taken lightly.

"Can a C-grade Gene Mutant be a professor at Huaxia Gene Evolution University?" Xu Tui asked, confused.

"Not for the Limitless System."

"Generally, Gene New Humans of the Limitless System need to be Gene Evolvers to have a chance at becoming a professor at Huaxia Gene Evolution University. The requirements for the Mysterious System are a bit lower, usually at least a B-grade Gene Mutant. If their abilities are special, the standard is lowered further," An Xiaoxue said.

"So, Teacher An, your ability is very special? What is Teacher An's special ability?" Gong Ling asked again, her big eyes blinking.

This time, however, Gong Ling's attempt to be cute was met with An Xiaoxue's seriousness.

"I need to remind you of something. From now on, no matter what special abilities you gain, don't easily tell others about them. This might keep you safer in the future and help you live longer!" An Xiaoxue said with a serious expression.

Gong Ling's face immediately paled, "Teacher An, I really didn't know."

"No need to apologize. It's just that I learned this through a bloody lesson back then, having been targeted. That's when I realized this, so I'm warning you. I hope you remember it and avoid making mistakes in the future," An Xiaoxue said.

Gong Ling nodded vigorously.

Xu Tui, lost in thought, suddenly asked again, "Teacher An, as far as I know, after we arrive at Huaxia Gene Evolution University, everyone's Gene Points and abilities must be reported to the school for confirmation and to receive resource allocations. Will there be any issues with this?"

An Xiaoxue looked at Xu Tui, her gaze drifting, "There are no issues with that in principle. This data is highly classified within the school, and anyone who wants to view it needs the corresponding permissions and channels."

This answer was as good as saying nothing.

However, Xu Tui's eyes flickered slightly.

"No issues in principle." That meant there were indeed some issues in practice. Was An Xiaoxue subtly reminding them? As for why she didn't explain it clearly, the reason was simple. Firstly, it was due to An Xiaoxue's position. Secondly, they were still on the bus, with ears all around them. Spreading rumors would be foolish.

Traveling on a long-distance bus, even a luxury one where you could recline, was still tiring.

However, the students' energy was naturally boundless. Moreover, after passing Ningyin Prefecture, the scenery outside began to differ from that of Jincheng Prefecture. Modern students, unlike those a hundred years ago, didn't start traveling the world from a young age. At the very least, they had seen much of China's magnificent landscape. Most students in the 22nd century, including Xu Tui, had never left Jincheng Prefecture, or even Jincheng City, due to safety and travel cost concerns. They were all incredibly excited. Occasionally, they would see something novel, startling even the sleeping Cheng Mo.

Traveling through the night, they passed Shanyuan Prefecture just as dawn broke. By noon, they had passed Beihe Prefecture, and in the afternoon, they entered the territory of Kyoto Prefecture. At 4:30 PM, after passing through the checkpoint, the convoy drove into Kyoto.

This is the central metropolis of Huaxia.

Just as rush hour began, even though the convoy switched to the magnetic levitation line, their speed became quite slow.

But for these students from Jincheng Prefecture, the surprises had only just begun.

"Holy crap, repulsion flying cars. Repulsion flying cars that start at three million, why are there so many here?"

"Look quickly, that guy flying in mid-air, is he wearing a repulsion flying skateboard?"

"Damn, is this the king of skateboards? There are so many in Kyoto!"

The students' exclamations made even Cheng Mo, who had a fractured rib, gasp and sit up to look.

"I heard they start at a million."

The students looked at the various repulsion vehicles and repulsion flying skateboards zipping past outside the magnetic levitation line, their faces filled with eagerness.

Xu Tui listened, his mouth twitching.

A million to start…

Better not to think about it.

Xu Tui's entire family's net worth was probably only enough to pay the purchase tax for one of these things.

"I heard you need E-grade clearance to buy this repulsion flying skateboard."

"And you have to pay hefty insurance."

"My dad said you also need a driver's license."

"Huh, a driver's license, I have one too," one student suddenly said happily.

"No, it's not just a driver's license, you need a special driver's license," Tong Qi suddenly interjected.

Tong Qi had also performed quite well during the cyborg and extraordinary incident, taking down a leopard and protecting a classmate.

He Mingxuan had been a bit worse off, getting caught by a large python. Fortunately, after Xu Tui killed the cyborg Ahu, the python fled, and he was rescued, though he sustained minor injuries.

He looked a bit scared and had been much more low-key today.

"Special driver's license?" Some students heard this term for the first time and asked in confusion.

"That's right, you need a special driver's license. Its full name is the Special Flying Driver's License, and the exam is quite difficult.

Of course, that's relative to ordinary people. For us, it shouldn't be difficult."

After speaking, Tong Qi added, "Oh, right, Huaxia Gene Evolution University has a driving school for the Special Flying Driver's License. They started classes just a few days after school began.

If you're interested, you can sign up with me."

"Isn't it too early to learn such an advanced Special Flying Driver's License right after entering school? Besides, even if you have a special license, you don't have a repulsion flying skateboard.

Oh, Tong Qi, do you have one?" a student suddenly asked.

"When I got accepted into Huaxia Gene Evolution University, my dad rewarded me with a repulsion flying skateboard. I'm just waiting for my Special Flying Driver's License now."

Tong Qi's voice was very calm, as if he were stating a very ordinary matter, without any hint of showing off.

But to the other students, it only evoked one word: rich!

Xu Tui felt a slight pang of envy.

Talented, second most handsome, and his dad is rich…

Just then, Cheng Mo nudged Xu Tui, "Little Leg, school has started, shall we go sign up to learn this Special Flying Driver's License too?"

"What's the rush? We can't afford a repulsion flying skateboard anyway," Xu Tui said.

"It's okay if we can't afford it, let's learn the license first. When we have money in the future, we can immediately buy a repulsion flying skateboard and take off."

"Our students at Huaxia Gene Evolution University are said to have very 'promising futures,'" Cheng Mo added.

Hearing this, Xu Tui nodded, then shook his head.

"I can go learn, but you can't!"

"Why?"

Cheng Mo got anxious, "Why can you learn and I can't?"

"Look at your belly. It's only been a few days.

If it keeps developing at this rate, I think, to avoid air accidents, it's better for you not to learn the special license," Xu Tui said.

Cheng Mo froze, seemingly picturing that terrifying air accident scene.

Gong Ling, sitting in the front row, suddenly sat up and laughed, "Cheng Mo, you don't have to worry about air accidents."

"That's great, why?" Cheng Mo was delighted.

"With your current rate of weight gain, in a few months, even if you stand on a repulsion flying skateboard, it won't be able to fly."

Hearing this, Xu Tui chuckled. After the cyborg Ahu incident, the relationship between Xu Tui, Cheng Mo, and Gong Ling had become extraordinary, and making such jokes was no problem at all.

Cheng Mo slumped back into his chair like a deflated ball.

It was a bit heartbreaking.

But it made Cheng Mo even more worried.

His dream of roaming the skies seemed to be over before it had even begun.

Beside him, his classmates who overheard the conversation were amused.

"After we get to the freshman reception center later, get some rest early and adjust your condition as quickly as possible.

If nothing unexpected happens, your freshman admission evaluation and ranking will commence immediately.

This will determine your specific learning direction and the treatment you'll receive for a period of time at Huaxia Gene Evolution University. This is your top priority, so please take it very seriously!"

An Xiaoxue's voice rang out, instantly silencing the entire carriage.

Alright, seeking tips and recommendations for Monday, thank you!