Some People Are Destined to Shine

Looking at Lin Ran, who was confident, composed, and speaking fluently at the podium, Feng Qi felt as if he was seeing a rising star.

He could also understand why the Tiger Soul Research Institute would admit Lin Ran early.

Throughout the history of Human development, Lin Ran's talent could be considered among the most outstanding.

He blazed a new trail, creating one of the top streams in Art Method Studies, the "Seal Incantation Stream," which had a profound impact on later generations.

It was just a pity that he took the wrong path and ultimately died in depression, filled with guilt.

If he hadn't seen Lin Ran's Future, and had only listened to this class, he too would have believed that Lin Ran's future achievements were limitless and that he would surely become a generation's hero remembered by history.

Just as Feng Qi was feeling emotional, the classroom door was pushed open, and Bai Fusheng's figure appeared.

At this moment, he was looking at Lin Ran with a serious expression, his eyes filled with unconcealed shock.

He had read several of Lin Ran's published articles on Art Method research. While he was surprised that Lin Ran, at such a young age, possessed such a solid foundation of Art Method knowledge, it was far from the point of shock.

But the content Lin Ran had just lectured on had completely won him over, making him unable to resist pushing the door open and entering.

Lin Ran, who was lecturing, stopped immediately upon seeing Bai Fusheng enter. He then looked at Bai Fusheng and respectfully said:

"Old Bai."

"You continue, I'm here to listen to the class." Bai Fusheng nodded immediately, then stepped towards the students' seats, looking for a place to sit.

As his gaze swept around, Bai Fusheng suddenly noticed Feng Qi sitting in the corner.

While surprised, he decisively walked towards Feng Qi's location and sat down beside him.

At this point, Lin Ran resumed his lecture.

Looking at Bai Fusheng sitting beside him, Feng Qi felt puzzled.

Judging solely by appearance, this old fellow was clearly not a student. It was highly likely he was a teacher at the academy.

So, after Bai Fusheng sat down, he immediately said:

"Hello, teacher."

"You shouldn't be a student in Combat Class One, right?" Bai Fusheng asked, smiling as he looked at Feng Qi.

"No!"

"Then which class are you in, what's your name? Why have I never seen you before?"

"My name is Feng Qi. I'm a student from Star City First High School here for a study visit. I'm not a student of Star City Academy," Feng Qi introduced himself humbly.

Hearing this, Bai Fusheng was clearly taken aback.

Now he understood why he had never heard of such an excellent student.

Such a good prospect must not be allowed to slip away.

Realizing that Feng Qi had not yet graduated, Bai Fusheng felt a surge of enthusiasm and had the idea of recruiting Feng Qi to Star City Academy.

Thinking of this, a benevolent smile appeared on Bai Fusheng's face:

"Then after you graduate, have you considered applying to my Star City Academy?"

Facing the question, Feng Qi felt awkward.

Because his ideal was Galaxy Academy, he really hadn't thought about applying to Star City Academy. But at this moment, it was inconvenient to say so directly, especially since the other person was a teacher at Star City Academy.

Seeing the change in Feng Qi's expression, Bai Fusheng already understood what Feng Qi meant and couldn't help but say:

"During this period of visiting, have you found any shortcomings in my Star City Academy?"

"No, everything is very good, especially the food in the cafeteria is excellent."

"Just the food is good?" Bai Fusheng was a little exasperated.

"Everything is good," Feng Qi said, feeling slightly awkward.

Facing Feng Qi's perfunctory answer, Bai Fusheng had an idea.

From Feng Qi's performance, it was clear he had no interest in Star City Academy. But since he had discovered this gem, it was fate. It was absolutely impossible for him to slip away from his grasp.

So, Bai Fusheng's expression became kind again, and he said in a relaxed tone:

"You're from Star City First High School. I have a student who is also at Star City First High School, but he's a teacher there. His name is Wang Jinsheng. Do you know him?"

"Old Wang is your student?" Hearing this, Feng Qi was startled.

"Old Wang? Oh, Wang Jinsheng, right? Yes, you know him?"

"He is my homeroom teacher and history teacher."

Bai Fusheng, hearing this, was also taken aback.

"So you're Jinsheng's student. No wonder you have such unique insights into Cultivation Method Studies at such a young age. Speaking of which, I guess I'm your Grandmaster."

Realizing that Feng Qi was Wang Jinsheng's student, Bai Fusheng beamed with joy, feeling that this matter was practically settled.

But thinking of Wang Jinsheng, many past events came to mind, and he couldn't help but sigh:

"Back then, I also had high hopes for Jinsheng. I witnessed his growth firsthand. Before he graduated, I recommended him to the Tiger Soul Research Institute, and he didn't disappoint me. He was ultimately admitted early by the Tiger Soul Research Institute. I thought he would soar, but... alas, it's a pity."

"Grandmaster, can you tell me about Teacher Wang's past?"

Since Wang Jinsheng's information in the Future Database was classified and only a brief introduction was visible without details, Feng Qi was very curious about Wang Jinsheng's growth experience.

Bai Fusheng nodded upon hearing this, and after a moment of contemplation, he said:

"When Jinsheng first entered Star City Academy, he wasn't remarkable at all. He was even mocked by his classmates for a year."

"Why would they mock Old Wang?" Feng Qi quickly asked.

"Because during the matriculation ceremony, he couldn't help but cry while watching the National Flag rise. It was then that he left an impression on me. It's hard to describe Jinsheng's expression at the time. His gaze towards the National Flag held determination, and then tears flowed. Many classmates from his year noticed his abnormality at the time, pointed at him, and some even laughed behind his back, saying he was like an idiot."

"For the year that followed, whenever his classmates talked about it, they did so with mockery, saying he was simply a unique freak, that they had never seen anyone so emotional."

Hearing these words, Feng Qi felt a pang in his heart. At this point, Bai Fusheng continued:

"Jinsheng was a very special student. He was upright to an exaggerated degree. Once, during a class vote for a scholarship, a very beautiful girl got the spot. But everyone knew that this girl's family wasn't poor, yet they tacitly didn't expose it. But Jinsheng was different. He stood up and loudly told the committee supervising the votes: 'This isn't fair! Her family lives in the center of Star City. This money could clearly go to someone who needs it more!'"

"After that incident, Jinsheng was severely beaten by the girl's friends, but he still didn't change his character. He would never bow down, never compromise. As long as it was right, he would stick to it to the end."

"That's the him I know too." A smile appeared on Feng Qi's face.

Wang Jinsheng could be considered his life mentor. For six years of middle school, his values were shaped under Wang Jinsheng's guidance.

So, he knew very well what kind of person Old Wang was. He just didn't expect Old Wang to be so unyielding even when he was young.

"Actually, sometimes I couldn't understand either, when being upright could become a laughingstock for others. It wasn't until many years later that I learned Jinsheng's father was a soldier in the Military Battle Group and sacrificed himself at the age of seven during an operation to disperse a Domain field. The only memories he had of his father were of his military uniform and cap. So, I could suddenly understand how he felt when he was looking at the National Flag at that time."

"Jinsheng also made me realize that one person's effort can influence others around them."

"From initial mockery to respect, and finally to admiration, Jinsheng steadily became the most dazzling new star of that year, and was even admitted early by the Tiger Soul Research Institute... Alas, his talent was buried there."

As he finished speaking, Bai Fusheng couldn't help but sigh again.

"He's just continuing to work hard in a different way."

Looking at the dejected Bai Fusheng, Feng Qi couldn't help but add in his heart:

"You won't have to wait too long, he will come back and continue to shine."