Early the next morning, the five of them gathered outside the work-study students' administration office. Although they had not slept particularly well the night before, their young bodies were still brimming with energy.
The teacher in the office was a scholarly-looking middle-aged man who appeared to be in his fifties. Wearing gold-rimmed glasses, he was sorting through the documents on his desk with his head lowered.
"Teacher, we're here." Tang Wulin stepped forward and spoke respectfully.
The teacher raised his head, his gaze sweeping over the five of them before finally settling on Tang Wulin. A barely perceptible trace of approval flashed in his eyes.
"I've heard about how all five of you performed yesterday." The teacher's voice was level, betraying neither anger nor pleasure. "Now that you're here, you're members of Shrek. As work-study students, remember one thing—don't disgrace your fellow work-study students."
"Yes!" the five answered in unison.
"Your job today is..." The teacher pointed out the window toward a vast plaza in the distance, its far edge beyond sight. "Cleaning Spirit Ice Plaza."
Following his finger, they took in the magnificent complex of buildings. The enormous circular plaza, named after Spirit Ice Douluo Huo Yuhao from ten thousand years ago, was imposing and covered an immense area.
"Spirit Ice Plaza is where the academy holds its major events. There's no room for carelessness," the teacher continued. "Finish before nightfall today. Clear away the debris and wash the ground clean with water. Not a speck of dust is to remain. Otherwise, I'll deduct your credits."
"As for Contribution Points..." The teacher paused. "The base reward for this task is two hundred points. If you do well, there will be an additional reward."
Tang Wulin's eyes lit up at the words "Contribution Points." Two hundred points were only a