Beast Taming: Starting from Transmigration and Starting with a Cheat Code

The subsequent assessments did not generate much excitement. Even with their eyes wide open, the assessors did not receive a second "surprise" like Qin Ming's.

For the vast majority of candidates present, this experience was extremely painful, with the exceptions of Qin Ming and Shen Yanqing.

Needless to say, Qin Ming was also involved. Because of his close relationship with Qin Ming, the Crimson Lion King was unwilling to return, which unexpectedly turned the area where the two were located into a "safe zone".

Seeing that the scheduled time had arrived and the purpose of the assessment had been basically achieved, the examiners no longer demanded that the Crimson Lion King achieve a "no one survives" result.

On the playground, fear and lingering dread remained on the young faces; their clothes were charred black, and their hair was curly from the heat. Dean Hui's gaze swept over the crowd, his expression softening, and his voice resonated throughout the field:

"Thank you all for your hard work; your overall performance deserves recognition. Go back and get some rest today and relax. Tomorrow morning, we will review the assessment videos together and analyze and explain your performance and strengths and weaknesses one by one."

The trainees, who had barely managed to muster their spirits, were relieved upon hearing this and dispersed in droves.

Regardless of what kind of "public execution" they might face tomorrow, all they wanted at that moment was to escape this "nightmare" as quickly as possible. After experiencing such extreme stimulation that it was a matter of life and death, even the most vigorous spirits would inevitably be exhausted.

After the trainees left, the examiners' debriefing meeting officially began.

"My original plan was to promote this kind of stress test mode that is close to real combat, and even make it a fixed assessment item for the college."

Dean Hui got straight to the point, with a large screen behind him simultaneously playing clips of the assessment from multiple angles.

"However, some...variables arose during this assessment. Since everyone was present throughout, let's discuss whether the relevant rules and details need further refinement."

Inside the meeting room, everyone reviewed the scenes on the screen—some brilliant, some embarrassing, some hilarious—while also filling in any gaps in their understanding.

"Wilderness rescues often cannot arrive in time, so trainees must have strong self-rescue abilities and awareness."

The stern-faced examiner pointed to the figures of several trainees on the screen and said, "Some weaknesses may not be obvious in regular battles, but they could be fatal flaws in the complex environment of simulated wilderness."

His gaze lingered for a moment on the images of several trainees who were decent in direct combat but clearly lacked in concealment, reconnaissance, and strategic planning abilities.

"Indeed, these are the very issues we need to focus on strengthening in our subsequent teaching and training," someone nearby chimed in.

"However, wasn't the Crimson Lion King's attack in the later stages a bit too...cruel?"

Another examiner offered a different perspective, pulling up footage of the group of trainees who had been subjected to "map-based attacks."

"Should we leave some room for trainees to adapt in the early stages before gradually increasing the pressure? If they are scared too early and develop serious psychological barriers, it will affect the subsequent training progress and results."

The meeting recorder in the corner rapidly typed on the keyboard, jotting down the key points of everyone's discussion.

"But we must admit that the potential brought out by such extreme circumstances has a real and tangible effect."

Someone else pointed to another video—the one of those students who briefly unleashed their potential in despair—"Look here, at least three of them instantly broke historical records for peak psionic energy. This kind of test that comes so close to life and death plays an irreplaceable role in stimulating potential."

"So, do we need to intervene regarding the behavior of the Crimson Lion King?" Dean Hui posed the question to everyone.

"I think... it's not necessary for now." The stern examiner sighed. "Becoming a Spirit Master is not a greenhouse. Once they step into the real wilderness, they will face accidents that are more cruel, more sudden, and more unreasonable than this. We can control the risks during the assessment, but real 'accidents' never consult us."

He paused, his gaze distant and sorrowful, as if recalling something. He sighed deeply, "No matter how realistic this test may be, how frightening it may be, or even how it may leave a lasting shadow, at least... we are watching over you, and the Heavenly Sacred Deer is there to protect you, ensuring your safety."

"In the real wilderness, a single misjudgment or a sliver of wishful thinking could cost you your life. That would be the greatest harm to your family, your companions, and everyone who cares about you."

"They will have to learn this lesson sooner or later. The only difference is whether it will be in our relatively controlled simulated assessment or in the future, through blood and lives."

A brief silence fell over the meeting room, with only the trainees' rapid or heavy breathing on the screen silently conveying the impact of the "too real" assessment they had just experienced.

"Okay, I understand everyone's opinion."

Dean Hui nodded, and just as he was about to announce the adjournment of the meeting, Old Xu, the Crimson Flame Lion King Spirit Master sitting in the corner, looked conflicted, his lips trembling as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

His perspective was different, and his opinions were naturally crucial. Dean Hui noticed this and immediately encouraged him, "Old Xu, feel free to speak your mind, don't hold back!"

"Well, it's nothing serious..." Old Xu touched his nose, looking awkward. "It's just that... Lion King talked to me and said... um... he hopes that he won't be assigned to be the 'BOSS' in the next assessment."

"Pfft—" A suppressed laugh, yet still clearly audible, came from the corner of the conference room.

Old Xu immediately glared over, and the examiner who had accidentally laughed out loud quickly waved his hand, his face saying, "I didn't mean it, I'm so sorry."

Old Xu straightened his lips, looking slightly embarrassed, but for the sake of his partner's physical and mental health, he still had to give this somewhat embarrassing "advice".

"Of course, from a teaching perspective, regularly rotating the types of spirit beasts used in the 'BOSS' assessments allows students to directly experience and deal with opponents of different attributes and fighting styles, which is indeed more beneficial."

This reason was reasonable, and everyone nodded in agreement, with no one uttering any more jokes.

"So, who would like to volunteer to be the next round of assessment boss?"

Dean Hui surveyed the entire room, "The requirement is still primarily sixth-tier strength, and the attributes should ideally differ from those of the Crimson Flame Lion King. At the same time, it shouldn't put too much pressure on the rescue efforts of the Heavenly Sacred Deer."

Originally, Shen Qingxian, the spirit master of Tianze Sacred Deer, only agreed to help out of courtesy.

Unexpectedly, Tianze Shenglu seemed to have developed an interest in the academy and even offered to stay and "work for free".

This subsequent arrangement was made only after confirming the sacred deer's own wishes repeatedly.

"I'll do it!"

A loud voice rang out, and everyone looked over to see Lao Mo, who was at odds with Lao Xu and loved to go against him.

Did he think that just because he was a water-attribute being, he wouldn't be afraid of Qin Ming's fire-attribute talisman? Old Xu saw through his scheme at a glance.

He sneered inwardly. Qin Ming's protective charm was far more complex than it appeared. He had been laughing so happily just now, hadn't he?

He's sitting here waiting to see what happens!