Martial arts have become extinct worldwide, yet I am forced to have a large family.

"Is this Star Academy?"

"It was built right next to that giant mech."

Yang Xian followed behind Liu Qin, looking around at the scene before him.

The college's architecture is full of futuristic technology, with its metal materials reflecting the sunlight.

Robots occasionally glide across the ground, emitting a soft hum.

But the most eye-catching thing is the towering giant mecha in the center of the academy—"Star".

It stood there quietly, and its visual impact was even greater than when Yang Xian first saw it from a distance.

"Not only the college, but my research institute is also located in this area."

Liu Qin pushed up her frameless glasses on the bridge of her nose, and her high heels made a crisp and rhythmic sound on the ground.

She was still wearing a white long-sleeved shirt today, and her long purple hair was styled in an updo.

He has the demeanor of a meticulous scientist.

"That way, it will be more convenient for me to pick you up and drop you off every day."

Convenient my foot!

This is clearly blatant possessiveness!

Yang Xian silently complained in his heart, but put on a forced smile: "Sister Liu is so thoughtful."

The two did not use the main entrance, which was busy with people coming and going.

Yang Xian was new to the area and didn't want to attract too much attention.

As the chief of the Star City Mecha Research Institute, Liu Qin's appearance would inevitably cause quite a stir, and she has always hated this kind of trouble.

"Alright, I'll stop here."

Liu Qin stopped walking: "From now on, just focus on your studies at the academy. If there's anything you don't understand, ask me when you get back tonight."

She paused, then added.

"Oh, by the way, I'll have someone pick out a suitable mecha for you, as a... welcome gift."

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Nine o'clock in the morning, the Mech Weapon Department.

Class 1, Freshman Year.

"Young Master Wei! You've secured a top-three ranking again this time!"

"Of course! Our Young Master Wei has both a powerful family background and considerable talent. Who would dare to challenge him for third place?"

"Exactly! Young Master Wei, are you free after school today? I'd like to invite you to dinner alone..."

In the middle of the classroom, a group of girls surrounded a handsome young man, showering him with attention.

The young man's name was Wei Teng. He was a member of a martial arts family in Star City and was always the center of attention at the academy.

Wei Teng basked in the admiring glances from the girls around him, a smug smile on his face.

Just then, the school bell rang.

A middle-aged male teacher walked in with his lesson plan, accompanied by an unfamiliar figure.

The classroom fell silent instantly, everyone's attention drawn to it.

He was a boy with a well-proportioned figure.

His short black hair looked somewhat casual, but his face had a well-defined outline and exquisitely proportioned features, especially his pure black eyes, which were deep and bright.

"Huh? Who's that? The new teacher?"

"I don't know, but he's so handsome! Even better looking than Wei Teng!"

"What do you mean 'a little bit'? He's obviously way more handsome!"

The girls' whispers reached Wei Teng's ears without missing a single word.

His smiling face froze instantly.

"Alright, students, quiet down." The male teacher on the podium cleared his throat. "Before we begin, I'd like to introduce a new student to you all."

As the teacher spoke, she looked at the boy next to her.

"Yang Xian, please introduce yourself to everyone."

"Hello everyone, my name is Yang Xian, and I come from Nanhai City. It would be great to meet you all!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the classroom erupted in chaos.

"From South Sea City? I thought he was some hidden handsome guy from our Star City!"

"Oh my god! I thought he was a new teaching assistant, but it turns out he's a student just like us!"

"His smile is so handsome! I can't take it anymore, ladies, I'm reserving this hottie for myself, no one can take him from me!"

Most of the residents of Star City have never left this place in their entire lives, and they are always full of intense curiosity about the people and things in the outside world.

Add to that Yang Xian's impeccable face, and his popularity among female classmates skyrocketed.

Wei Teng's expression grew increasingly unpleasant as he watched the girls who had been swooning over him just a moment ago now staring at the new guy with shining eyes.

He has always been the absolute focus of attention in his class and even the entire college.

When did it become the country bumpkin's turn to steal his thunder?

Yang Xian hadn't expected to be so popular, so he could only smile and wave to his enthusiastic classmates.

"Hello everyone, hello everyone..."

Just then, his movements paused slightly.

He saw a familiar figure in the back row of the classroom, by the window.

is her!

That pink-haired girl sitting atop the giant mecha!

"Alright, Yang Xian, you can sit in the empty seat at the back." The male teacher pointed to the back row.

And that spot was right next to the pink-haired girl.

Yang Xian went down and sat down in his new seat.

"Back row by the window, the hometown of the king."

"Great, I really like this spot!"

As soon as he sat down, the pink-haired girl next to him turned her head, gave him a sweet smile, waved playfully, and greeted him in a very low voice.

"hello!"

"Hello!" Yang Xian nodded politely in response.

I never expected to see her again on the first day of school, and I even happened to sit next to her.

Is this fate?

Yang Xian opened the brand-new textbook on the table—"Introduction to Mecha Structure and Energy".

He was overwhelmed after just one glance.

He recognized every single word in the book, but when they were put together, they were even more incomprehensible than a book written in heaven.

How come this thing is even more difficult than my advanced mathematics and quantum physics from my previous life?

Regret!

I shouldn't have agreed to let Liu Qin come here to study this morning. Wouldn't it have been better to stay at her house and play on my phone?

On the podium, the teacher spoke with great enthusiasm, his spittle flying everywhere.

Yang Xian became increasingly sleepy as he listened, and finally simply propped his cheek up with one hand, his eyelids starting to droop.

Just then, the teacher on the podium stopped, adjusted his glasses, and asked, "How much have you all been thinking about the question of whether 'mechanical life' possesses independent consciousness these past few days? Has anyone come up with any new ideas?"

"Teacher!" Wei Teng immediately stood up and spoke confidently:

"I believe that mechanical life is essentially still a collection of programs; their 'consciousness' is merely a simulation based on big data, not genuine emotions or thought..."

He spoke at length, citing numerous sources and presenting a clear and logical argument.

"Hmm, not bad." The teacher nodded in satisfaction. "It's clear that Wei Teng has thought this through carefully. Do any other students have different opinions?"

After Wei Teng sat down, he saw Yang Xian, who was dozing off, and a playful smile appeared on his face.

He suddenly raised his hand again.

"Teacher, why don't we let the new student, Yang Xian, share his thoughts?"