The comments said I was deeply affectionate, I just added points by using an alternate account.

"Either, just be your genius and keep that power hidden, and don't use it in public again."

"Or...?"

Baihu didn't finish his sentence, but his meaning was clear.

"I understand," Chen Guan said.

"Good that you understand." Baihu's tone finally relaxed: "You kid, you've really messed up this time. But it's good that the Speaker personally warned you. You're one of the few people in our Guiyuan Group who has such a high status."

Is that considered a compliment?

"Of course it counts." Baihu laughed. "Alright, we'll deal with whatever comes our way. She didn't turn on us on the spot, so there's still room for maneuver. You should keep a low profile for now and don't cause any more trouble. We'll talk about it again once things have calmed down."

"understood."

After ending the communication, Chen Guan lay back on the bed and closed his eyes.

Just like Baihu said, let's talk about the future later.

If it were Chen Guan when he first arrived in this world, and was threatened like this by the ruler of this world, he might have felt apprehensive.

However, now that Chen Guan has become more independent, he no longer cares so much about Su Jin's words.

Anyway, he won't die, so he's still relaxed. He calls for reinforcements whenever something happens, and teleports when attacked. I won't eat beef after he finishes leveling up.

……

The next day, at 10 a.m., in the small meeting room outside the principal's office.

A group of sixteen people were summoned here by a notice.

Although there are no gold bars or penguins, the rosewood tea table exudes a subtle fragrance, and the walls are adorned with ink paintings, revealing an understated luxury throughout.

But at this moment, no one is in the mood to appreciate it.

Qin Wu shifted his position on the sofa, restless.

"I mean, what's going on? The principal and Dean Situ are personally inviting me to dinner. I'm feeling really uneasy."

As a troubled student in his youth, Qin Wu always felt awkward sitting in this seat, because it was usually the seat reserved for punishment.

Just then, the door to the reception room was pushed open.

Principal Ren Ping and Dean Situ Ming, who had successfully shed his title of vice-principal, walked in one after the other.

Both of them had smiles on their faces, and it was rare to see them looking so happy.

"Everyone's here, please sit down, don't be shy."

Ren Ping smiled and waved his hand. Today, he was dressed in a casual Tang suit, which made him look less dignified and more approachable like an elder.

Situ Ming still wore his usual serious expression, but his gaze softened considerably when he looked at his prized disciple.

Looking at Ren Ping, who had the demeanor of a teacher, Chen Guan couldn't help but recall the words Qin Wu and An Changqing had spoken earlier.

...Oh no, I can't even look at this...

"The food will be here soon. Today's meal is to celebrate your success."

With a wave of his hand, Ren Ping sent the teapot flying up on its own, pouring tea for everyone. His voice was gentle amidst the rising steam.

"You have brought great honor to Tsinghua University in this exchange competition, especially in the finals, where you swept the championship and runner-up positions. This is the first time since Tsinghua University was founded."

"It's all thanks to the excellent teaching of the principal and dean."

An Changqing responded politely; politeness was ingrained in his very being.

"Haha, your own efforts are the key."

Ren Ping smiled, clapped his hands, and just then the cafeteria staff began serving the dishes.

"Today's theme is celebration and awards."

Upon hearing about the reward, Qin Wu's eyes lit up instantly, like a 200-watt light bulb.

"Principal, what good things is the school going to give us?"

"You'll get your share."

Ren Ping was amused by his money-grubbing attitude. He took out a tablet from the side, swiped it a few times, and pushed it in front of the four people.

"First, the standard reward is 10,000 credits per person, and the right to choose any three A-grade materials or finished products from the school's treasure vault."

Listening to Ren Ping's words, Chen Guan couldn't help but think back to the time when he had just entered school.

What kind of miserable life did I live before?

For Chen Guan, who no longer needs to use the advanced training room, what's the difference between his points balance and the horizontal 8?

"It's not over yet."

Ren Ping smiled, tapped the screen with his finger, and the scene changed.

"This is the qualification for entering the secret realm that was agreed upon from the beginning."

Situ Ming continued, "We call it the Void Secret Realm, where the environment is extremely harsh."

"But at the same time, a special kind of creature lives there, the Void Beast. Just like we agreed at the beginning, you can take away your spoils at will."

"certainly."

Situ Ming added, "Considering this is your first time entering, for safety reasons, I will personally lead the team this time to ensure your safety."

"I will not interfere with your hunting, but if you encounter danger beyond your capabilities, I will intervene."

"My mission is to bring you all back safe and sound."

With Situ Ming as their protector, the students' last worry disappeared, leaving only endless anticipation.

After all, not everyone comes from an exceptionally wealthy family and can keep Void Beasts as pets as Su Yuehe's family.

Even Qin Wu was tempted.

Chen Guan was secretly pleased.

My silly leopard can secretly evolve again.

Perhaps this will solve the problem of the inability to speak. Chen Guan is quite happy to see the leopard being strengthened.

Maybe as it evolves, it will be able to take a trip whenever it wants, just like Guan Jinyue.

By then, he really won't be able to be selected.

……

Early the next morning, Chen Guan and sixteen other students were personally led by Situ Ming to the deepest part of the academy.

"This is Huaqing's treasure trove, codenamed Kunlun."

Situ Ming's voice was still as hard as ever. He walked to the giant gate that was tens of meters high and placed his palm on the recognition area.

"Iris, voiceprint, and gene sequence – triple verification."

"Beep, verification successful. Welcome, Dean Situ Ming."

As soon as the cold, mechanical sound faded, accompanied by a deep rumble, the giant door slid open to the sides, revealing a passageway inside that glowed with a soft white light.

"Wow……"

Qin Wu's mouth was agape, wide enough to fit a light bulb. He stared at the ribbons of light flowing along the inner wall of the passage, looking like a country bumpkin visiting the city.

Although the principal wasn't wealthy, the school was rolling in money, which is why most of the faculty and staff were retired people from the Great Wall.

Chen Guan looked around. The level of defense here was so high that even a white tiger probably couldn't get in.

"Grade A resources are in the middle section; feel free to look around."

Situ Ming led the group through a long corridor to a vast hall with a very high dome.

Countless beams of light hung down from the ceiling, each containing a suspended item—weapons, armor, exotic flowers and plants, and so on.

Without the slightest hesitation, An Changqing headed straight for the sword section.

He didn't have any major practical needs, but he loved collecting famous swords.

Chen Guan's goal was clear: he no longer needed much, but he did lack a spare weapon.

After this league, everyone probably knows that the scythe is Chen Guan, so Chen Guan feels that he needs to keep a low profile sometimes.