They don't want me to try anymore.

Zoe perked up her ears, a hint of wariness flashing in her eyes: "Senior, you wouldn't happen to be like those bad women..."

"Hehe, don't get excited, I have a fiancé back home."

Hepper waved his hand with a sly grin and said, "I'm just a little curious about him."

"He passed the difficult test at the Bronze Rank 1, and is famous among the upperclassmen girls for his outstanding looks... I can't help but be curious. But I've also heard that he's not very popular among the boys..."

"My brother is definitely amazing! It's just that some people are jealous of him, senior, don't believe those rumors!"

Zoe started to get a little impatient as she spoke.

These days, she is well aware of her cousin's plight and often worries about it.

"Don't worry, Zoe, I believe in you~"

"Huh? Are you talking about me?"

"Richard!"

The sudden appearance of the man startled Zoe. The young girl then looked at Hepper, and seeing that her senior's gaze was normal and she wasn't overly solicitous, she relaxed and asked:

"Richard, which fantasy world are you planning to go to?"

"Storm Canyon".

This is the third most difficult level among the seven realms, second only to the Crimson Mine.

"The canyon... it's a bit difficult for first-year students, but it's just right for the students of the Dawn Class. Oh, by the way, nice to meet you, my name is Herpel."

"Good morning, Miss Hepper..."

After chatting for a few minutes with his sister's best friend, Richard smiled and walked up to Mr. Arno to complete the registration.

There were also a few of Hamilton's friends nearby.

As usual, they conservatively chose the lowest difficulty level, clearly just wanting to get credits.

After Richard reported Storm Canyon, they couldn't help but whisper among themselves:

"She clearly got into the Dawn Class by luck, but she has no self-awareness at all."

"At the mid-Bronze rank, you'll be chased by monsters in the canyon, right?"

Richard was getting bored with this daily check-in routine.

Can't you guys come up with something new?

For example, standing upside down naked, sticking out his butt while mocking me?

But before Li Cha could utter a rebuttal, Arno, the teaching assistant at the registration point, frowned and spoke up:

"As students of St. Goethe, your words only bring shame upon the school!"

“Summoners are like chess players. Even if the number of pieces is limited by level, they can still win against stronger opponents with skill! Richard passed the exam fair and square, not by luck.”

"If I hear you say that again, you'll be in for extra lessons!"

After a few stern rebukes, Hamilton's friends were momentarily embarrassed.

They turned their heads awkwardly, and their eyes met Zoe's, and then...

I was startled.

At this moment, Zoe's expression was a squinting smile, but her demeanor and actions seemed to say: Once I level up, I'll kill all of you who mocked Richard!

Even scarier than a teacher!

The two men trembled, not daring to linger, and quickly slipped away.

Richard's side.

He was somewhat surprised to see Mr. Arno laughing heartily.

According to the plot of the novel in my previous life, this teacher should have held a grudge since he was defeated by me before, right?

Now it seems……

Putting aside the students at St. Goethe, the quality of their teaching staff is truly not to be underestimated...

After registration, each student received a set of basic information about the Fantasy Realm, as well as a list of recommended potions to purchase.

The three days of preparation time passed quickly.

That morning, all those who needed to enter the Illusionary Realm gathered once again in the auditorium.

Richard suddenly stepped forward and said to the teachers present:

"Teacher, I request a temporary transfer to the Illusionary Realm. I want to go to the Red Prison Mine!"

Chapter Twenty-One: Come, witness my dual experience of ice and fire!

A chorus of surprised and doubt arose from the surrounding crowd.

The little girl Zoe was so frightened that her pigtails stood on end. She hurriedly reached out and grabbed Richard's clothes, shaking them back and forth: "Richard, the preparations required for different illusions are different!"

Richard nodded: "Yes, I know."

The teacher in charge at the scene also frowned, checked the records in his hand, and said solemnly, "Richard, are you sure you want to temporarily switch to another realm?"

"Yes, teacher."

“You’re from the Dawn Class, so you have priority. We’ve approved it.”

And so, amidst the whispers, Richard joined the other side of the line.

There were whispers all around:

"Isn't the Red Prison Mine the highest difficulty level that first-year students can choose? He's only at mid-Bronze rank!"

"This guy was too reckless, especially during the class assignments..."

"Lady Luck won't always favor one person. Just wait and see, he's bound to fail this time!"

Richard remained calm about the same old routine.

It's even a bit cloying.

If Hamilton's followers included many beautiful young women, he wouldn't mind listening to more...

cough cough.

Getting back to the main point, Richard certainly wasn't taking unnecessary risks.

In the previous simulation, he already knew that Hamilton and the mastermind would plot against him.

Therefore, he must proceed with caution.

The first measure was to temporarily alter the illusionary realm.

Richard reasoned that the Illusionary Realm was a place that was difficult to enter, exit, or control. One premise for the other party to set a trap for him was that the school required students to register three days in advance.

If he changes locations at the last minute, even if the other party has time to change locations as well, their preparations will definitely be insufficient!

So Richard's actions today were planned in advance; he even bought two sets of the tools needed for the exploration!

Although my wallet is a little sore... I can sell these things to the next batch of students next year, so they won't be a complete waste of money.

As Richard had predicted, Hamilton, standing at the back of the line, looked grim.

He quietly slipped out and met Linda, who was watching from the sidelines, in the auditorium corridor.

The latter has enough credits and doesn't plan to enter the Fantasy Realm this year.

He leaned closer and whispered, "What do we do now?"

“The Crystal Cat is still in Storm Canyon, temporarily relocated across the World Barrier… It’s very risky.” Linda’s face was expressionless as she shrugged and said, “Looks like we have to give up this time.”

Hamilton said in a deep voice, "No, there is another way."

He took a small box out of his pocket and showed it to Linda.

"This? At most, it can only cause him some injuries, right?"

"This is only the first part of the plan. We'll need Linda's help from now on, but we need to be quick..."

Linda's expression changed after hearing Hamilton's words.

The plan is feasible, though risky, but ruthless enough...

I never expected that Hamilton, who was initially unwilling to go all out, could now be this ruthless. Is this what his father always said, that he can't stop going downhill?

Once a person falls into depravity, it's very difficult for them to turn back.

Well, it's worth taking a risk to reward the dog's progress.

Linda gave a playful smile.

"Okay, I'll help."

In the auditorium.

Richard spotted someone he knew in the group.

Good morning, Tom!

“Richard, you…you’re being too impulsive!” Tom shook his head and said, “Coming to the Red Prison Mine in your first year is extremely dangerous!”