The system categorizes scores into multiple percentile brackets: F-grade accounts for only 78%, C-grade 56%, B-grade 32%, A+ grade 6%, while A+++ grade constitutes a mere 0.1%.
System upgraded to latest version: v7.901.45 Dimension Construction-Σ.
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Ling Xian felt certain he had seen this dragon before.
Star-Eradicating Dragon: "..." F**k, why me?!
Judging by its drenched-in-sweat appearance, it certainly had!
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The demon beast uprising seven years prior stands as one of the most devastating crises in Chinese history.
Spatial scientists misinterpreted the spatial waves emitted by Earth's colossal structures, inadvertently creating pathways for the monstrous creatures to invade and ravage the land.
He remembered that day: sunshine bright, clouds drifting.
He was leisurely strolling along the sidewalk, listening to music.
His home—a modernized wooden villa—sat on the outskirts of Feilong City, roughly sixty thousand li away.
He'd stepped out to buy snacks...
These custard bun snacks weren't your ordinary street-side pastries.
They were... the Strawberry Flavor Deluxe Edition! Limited Release!
Containing specially formulated seasoning, packaged in pouches (similar to instant noodle packets).
This was precisely Ling Xian's favorite flavor.
Developed by the Little Panda™ Company and launched in 3287, these custard-filled snacks entered official circulation after rigorous regulatory oversight.
Ling Xian recalled first tasting them at just three years old...
From that day on, he never stopped collecting them~
The newly released card collection series
sent Xian dashing straight to the convenience store beside the bus stop at the entrance to Feilong City.
Just as he reached the shop, he suddenly sensed an unusual aura stirring in the sky.
In an instant, a massive vortex portal materialized out of thin air, flattening the entire store!
Ling Xian couldn't recall what flashed through his mind then.
But one thing was certain—he was pissed!
A colossal beast descended from the heavens. It possessed blazing eyes, scales like golden threads, and a star embedded in its forehead...
This was undoubtedly the largest monster Ling Xian had ever witnessed in his life.
He had believed dragons would be extinct in this era—how terribly wrong he had been...
But... how dare you disturb my peaceful existence!
Just as the dragon rampaged through the city, Ling Xian charged forward with superhuman speed, punching the dragon's head clean off...
Holy shit! That was brutal!
Ling Xian landed on the dusty ground and exhaled deeply.
Soon after, the Eight-Star Squad arrived at the scene.
So he was the one...
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Gazing at the shattered Star Dragon before him, he felt a whirlwind of emotions.
This creature had ruined his limited-edition snack plan!
Yet, on the other hand, he couldn't bring himself to harm it.
Thus, he found himself in a dilemma.
Either cooperate with the test, or stand idly by and face elimination...
As his thoughts churned, a storm raged within the dragon's mind.
"Oh my god! It really is him! What the hell is he doing here?! If he hits me, I'll vanish completely!"
Just as a purple glow flared from Ling Xian's clenched palm—the dragon suddenly collapsed sideways, dissolving into a swirling dust cloud...
Ling Xian: "..." What...
The system instantly displayed the result: A+++!
What?!
The students who witnessed this were stunned!
"What the hell! He just clasped his hands!" someone exclaimed in disbelief.
The examiners were utterly shocked. How could he possibly shake the Dragon King with just a clasped hands gesture?!
"Is the system malfunctioning? Maybe we haven't updated to the latest version?"
The female examiner immediately corrected: "No, sir. We're using the latest system. We checked for errors yesterday and today—nothing wrong..."
"Then how else can we explain it? This kid must have used some trick!"
A cunning examiner pushed his glasses up. "In the Cultivation Encyclopedia, there are many cases of cultivators making animals or beasts tremble in fear and submit. Perhaps this Ling fellow is a prodigy with extraordinary talent!"
The examiners suddenly understood, exchanging glances. Though not entirely convinced, they ruled it an accidental error.
Even Su Xinyi was startled. She silently exclaimed: "Don't worry, Ling. Even if you're a weakling, I'll help you!"
Ling Xian: "..." I'm good...
I clearly just struck a combat pose—how did you all misinterpret it?!
Ling Xian was instantly teleported back to the main interface and removed his VR headset.
"Student Ling Xian. As this attempt is deemed an error, you are hereby assigned to the Prodigy Class—which currently has open enrollment slots."
Ling Xian: "..."
Not only was his plan f**ked, it was pissed on too!
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After the interview that day, Ling Xian set off alone on his way home.
As he walked, he kept replaying his performance and that letter of acceptance to the gifted class...
Sigh... I really want to curse the principal, but will it be worth it?
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