Top Talent in the Panlong World!

February 28, Yulan Calendar Year 9991.

The Baruch Mansion was bustling with activity today.

It wasn't just Moke's family and the steward, Grandpa Hiri; even Hillman had brought his family over.

Since February 29 was the enrollment day for the Ernst Institute, Moke and Linley would be heading off to study there after their meal today.

Therefore, this meal served as a farewell dinner for them.

"Moke, Linley, I wish you both smooth sailing in your studies at the Ernst Institute!"

Hillman raised his wine glass, laughing heartily toward Moke and Linley.

"Thank you, Uncle Hillman." Moke and Linley both raised their glasses of fruit juice in return.

Afterward, the steward, Grandpa Hiri, also offered his blessings. The old steward had drunk quite a bit, his nose flushed red, and he looked very happy.

Having served three generations of the Baruch Clan, seeing the hope of the family's revival at last made old Hiri truly joyful.

"Linley, Moke, I know you are both very hardworking, but once you reach the Ernst Institute, remember to balance work and rest. Don't hurt yourselves by overexerting your training."

Hogg looked at his two sons, his own smile bright and genuine.

These past six months had arguably been the happiest time for Hogg since his wife's disappearance; he had worn a smile on his face every single day.

"Yes, Father!"

Moke and Linley both beamed, and everyone at the banquet was smiling radiantly, filled with joy.

Six-year-old Wharton was eating until his mouth was slick with grease, his little cheeks chubby and round.

Watching Hogg's smile, Moke felt a bit more at ease in his heart.

If I remember correctly, he thought, Father only began investigating the truth behind Mother's disappearance in the sixth year after Linley entered the magic academy.

Six years. If nothing goes wrong, I have six years to improve my strength.

By then, once Hogg began investigating the truth behind Lina's disappearance, he would be detected by Duke Patterson.

This would subsequently lead to the involvement of the King of the Fenlai Kingdom, the Rank 9 warrior Clayde.

It might even, very likely, draw the attention of the Radiant Church.

Six years. I can definitely become a Rank 7 warrior. After transforming, I'll be a Saint-level powerhouse, but there are quite a few Saint-level experts within the Radiant Church.

Moke felt a sense of urgency in his heart.

He needed more than just improvements in battle qi; he also needed insights into the Laws.

For the past five months, I've practiced with the Thunder-Rushing Staff every day. I've finally started to get a feel for the realm of Weightless as a Feather.

This shows that my aptitude for comprehending the Laws isn't weak—certainly much better than Wharton's—but I don't know when I'll be able to fully grasp Weightless as a Feather.

"Young Master Moke, I toast to you. I wish you success in your studies at the Ernst Institute."

While he was lost in thought, a woman came to his side, offering her congratulations with a warm smile.

This was Hillman's mother.

"Thank you, Grandma Carol." Moke gave a sweet smile.

"So this is the Ernst Institute? It's huge, comparable to a small city."

Inside the Ernst Institute, Moke and Linley, having successfully enrolled, wandered through the campus.

The Ernst Institute was absolutely comparable to a modern super-university, if not even more impressive. Its infrastructure, including restaurants and bars, was perfectly complete, and the towering trees over a century old that stood everywhere gave the entire school a sense of gravitas brought by the passage of time.

On campus, there were other new students like Linley and Moke looking around, though most were older students who appeared quite indifferent.

After all, the Ernst Institute only recruited one hundred new students each year.

"Alright, Linley, we've seen enough. You should head back to your dormitory."

Moke suggested they part ways by a fountain; he couldn't wait to return to his own quarters to perform his check-in.

The Ernst Institute was a famous cradle for geniuses in the Panlong world.

He wondered what kind of good things he could get from checking in here?

Moke was quite expectant.

"Ah? Alright then."

Linley nodded. "Brother, you have to come find me to hang out often!"

The two were not in the same dormitory, and the distance between their quarters was actually quite far.

Although Moke's spiritual energy was relatively low, perhaps because his affinity for all elements was so rare, the Ernst Institute had actually assigned him a private manor.

Furthermore, his manor was right next to the residence of Dixie, a genius the Ernst Institute claimed was only seen once in a century.

"Linley, why don't you come live with me?" Moke asked with a smile.

"No, I'll go back to my dorm. One day, I'll rely on my own efforts to live in a manor too!"

Linley said with a firm look on his small face.

"Mm, alright, I believe in you." Moke nodded; in truth, he also wanted Linley to stay in the dormitory.

After all, his few roommates were all very good people, and this was a rare friendship.

The two parted ways for the time being, and Moke arrived at the area of detached small courtyards in the eastern part of the institute.

"Is it him?"

As soon as Moke entered the courtyard, a gaze was cast over from the neighboring yard.

"Super-grade affinity for all magic elements? A pity, his spiritual talent is too weak."

Dixie thought with a maturity beyond his years, not considering Moke a rival.

Spiritual power was the key to raising one's realm, and the realm was the key that determined one's strength.

Moke also sensed Dixie's gaze and turned his head to offer the other a friendly smile.

This was Linley's future brother-in-law, so naturally, Moke had to be a bit closer.

However, they were not familiar with each other yet, so Moke did not do anything too out of the ordinary; after flashing a smile, he couldn't wait to enter his room.

The smile left Dixie stunned, and by the time he came to his senses, Moke had already entered the room, so Dixie didn't think much more about it and headed out.

His younger sister Delia was still waiting for him outside to tour the institute together.

Closing the door, his gaze narrowed slightly, and a line of small text suddenly appeared in his vision.

[Host's current available check-in location: Ernst Institute]

The new check-in option had indeed appeared, and Moke did not hesitate to select check-in immediately.

[Ding, congratulations to the host for successfully checking in at the Ernst Institute]

[Ding, congratulations to the host for obtaining: Coiling Dragon Universe Top-Tier Comprehension]

[Extract now?]

[Yes, No]

"Coiling Dragon Universe Top-Tier Comprehension?" Moke, sitting cross-legged on the bed, widened his eyes instantly, his entire being surging with excitement.

"This, this, this..." He couldn't believe his own eyes!

A tiny Ernst Institute had actually yielded such a thing from a check-in!

In Moke's view, this was far more impressive than a broken Sovereign Artifact!

"Extract!"

After slightly calming his excited mood, Moke silently chanted in his heart.

In an instant, something profound and mysterious descended into his mind, leaving Moke feeling dizzy and lightheaded, before he collapsed headfirst onto the bed.

When he woke up again and checked the time, over an hour had already passed!

"My, my brain!" Moke took a deep breath.

He felt that his mind had never been clearer, and regarding the hurdle of Weightless as a Feather that had troubled him for so long, countless thoughts were suddenly emerging.

Moke had a feeling that if he practiced diligently for just a few days, he would be able to master it completely!

"Good heavens, I've grown a brain!" He sighed softly, it truly felt like that!