Privilege

Not just anyone had this kind of privilege. Only a freak like Chen Xu could possess it. The magical control and magical power he displayed in his very first class were no weaker than those of Temple Mages who had trained for decades—perhaps even stronger. It was simply astonishing.

Chen Xu was currently in his dormitory, studying books he had borrowed from the library. Since the system had directly given him the means to use Elemental Magic, he had no interest in other books. However, a spellbook about other forms of transformative application caught his attention.

Elemental Magic could be condensed into weapons for battle against enemies. They were immensely powerful and, unlike ordinary weapons in reality, would not become unusable once damaged. As long as one still had magic power, these weapons could be used without limit. They were powerful, and if damaged, they could be repaired.

After that, Chen Xu often spent his time in the library.

"Ding. The next mission has appeared. Please proceed to the Dark Dimension as soon as possible."

"Upon successfully checking in, the host may receive a system reward. This mission is special; the host may decline to complete it."

The long-absent voice of the system sounded at that moment, but the mission left Chen Xu dumbfounded.

"What? The Dark Dimension? System, are you fucking messing with me? You want me to check in at the Dark Dimension? Are you trying to get me killed? System sis, I haven't offended you, have I? Don't treat me like this. What kind of mission is this? I'll die! I finally got reincarnated, and now you want me to die again? That's not fair! I'm your host, system! Say something!"

Unfortunately, the system gave no response whatsoever to Chen Xu's complaints.

At that moment, within a mysterious space, planets of all sizes and colors surrounded the area. Dazzling hues filled the place alongside an aura of darkness and all kinds of mysterious energy. A face formed from condensed energy hovered there, while a mage dressed in a black cloak stood before it in an extremely respectful posture, as though receiving orders.

Ancient One, the Sorcerer Supreme, was meditating in her room when she sensed the approach of the Dark Dimension. Her eyes snapped open.

"What is going on?"

In an instant, Ancient One appeared in another dimension to investigate the cause of the spatial disturbance.

If Chen Xu had seen that face, he would have recognized it. It was Dormammu, ruler of the Dark Dimension, an existence beyond time.

Unfortunately, Chen Xu was still grumbling. When the system remained completely silent, he cursed it hundreds of times in his heart before angrily heading to the library. He no longer intended to complete the mission and planned to continue studying magic instead, ignoring the system.

After entering the library, Chen Xu was surprised to find people there—quite a few of them, in fact. Five or six people were gathered together, apparently discussing something.

Normally, there was hardly anyone in the library besides Chen Xu. Though he found it strange to see people there today, he did not pay them much attention and went to look for the books he wanted to read.

"What should we do, Dina? What about our assessment?"

"Has no one found a helper yet?"

"No. We had someone lined up, but they were poached yesterday."

"What? Then what about our assessment to hunt fifty Dark Hounds in the Dark Dimension?"

"What do we do? If we can't complete the mission, we won't be able to become real mages."

As they fell into despair, Chen Xu, who was reading nearby and studying magic, seemed to hear the words "Dark Dimension." His mental power was strong, and the library was very quiet, so he could hear them no matter how softly they spoke. As a complete shut-in in his previous life, Chen Xu wanted to go over and ask but felt too embarrassed. Yet for the mission's sake, he gritted his teeth and shamelessly approached them.

"Hello. Were you just discussing something related to the Dark Dimension?"

Instantly, everyone's gaze gathered on Chen Xu as they looked him over curiously.

"Yes, we were discussing our graduation assessment mission. The assessment requires us to hunt fifty Dark Hounds in the Dark Dimension."

The moment Chen Xu heard "Dark Dimension," excitement surged through him. He had already planned to give up on this check-in mission, but hope instantly reignited. What a stroke of luck.

"Do you have a question? If not, don't disturb us."

Chen Xu recognized the dismissal, but he could not give up this chance to complete the system's check-in mission.

"I heard that you're short-handed. I don't have anything to do right now, so I can help you."

As soon as he said that, a fairly muscular young man in the group looked at Chen Xu with disdain.

"We're going to the Dark Dimension to hunt Dark Hounds, not to play around."

Hearing the words "Dark Dimension," Chen Xu was delighted. Looks like I was right. I found the right people. Following them would definitely get him to the Dark Dimension, and he would not have to worry about Dormammu's threat. It was killing two birds with one stone. Since trainees who were not particularly strong could take their assessment in the Dark Dimension, there had to be some way to protect them.

At that, Chen Xu directly released his powerful mental force to make them agree to let him join.

Just as the muscular young man was about to say something else—

He abruptly fell silent as a terrifying pressure descended upon him. Unable to resist, his waist gradually bent.

The young man's expression changed drastically. His eyes widened, and the way he looked at Chen Xu changed completely. He had never imagined Chen Xu would be so powerful. Chen Xu had not directed his mental force at the others, but with the mental strength of Temple Mages, they could still sense just how powerful it was.

"Th-That's mental force?"

"That's way too strong."

"That's fucking terrifying."

"Is he a monster?"

Chen Xu's powerful mental force changed their understanding of mental power.

At that moment, Chen Xu withdrew his mental force as well. His goal had been achieved.

The young man panted heavily, sweat pouring down him like water. His entire body was weak, and his clothes were soaked through.

"So, can I go with you now?"

Chen Xu smiled.

"Hello, I'm Dina. And you are?"

"I'm Chen Xu."

The muscular young man said in surprise, "You're Chen Xu?"

"Am I that famous?"

The beautiful girl named Dina said, "You're Chen Xu, the one every instructor can't stop praising? I've heard so much about you. It's a pleasure to meet you, and I'm happy to have you join us."

Chen Xu replied somewhat awkwardly.

"The pleasure is mine."

And so, Chen Xu joined their discussion and learned about the details of the assessment.

Afterward, everyone else left, leaving only Chen Xu and Dina walking through Kamar-Taj, chatting and laughing as they discussed the assessment.

Suddenly, a voice filled with anger and dissatisfaction rang out.

"Dina, you'd rather casually find some rookie than ask me for help?"