Chinese Superman

Suddenly, the blackboard behind Teacher Li lit up, revealing itself to be a holographic screen.

An animation of an ancient scroll slowly unfurling appeared on the screen, with the three large characters "遗物考" (Relics Examination) written in clerical script at the top of the scroll.

"Before discussing the relics, we must first talk about the revival of spiritual energy."

Teacher Li brought up another chart.

"According to current research, we are in the late stage of the first phase of the spiritual energy revival. It is the emergence of this unknown energy field that permeates the globe that has allowed some eligible cultural relics to 'revive' and acquire all sorts of incredible and mysterious powers."

The chart shows a slowly rising curve labeled "Global Reiki Concentration Index".

"Whether a cultural relic can be restored to its original state, and what level it can reach after restoration, mainly depends on two factors."

Teacher Li held up two fingers.

"First, historical significance. This refers to the age of the artifact, its state of preservation, and its 'presence' in the long river of history. Generally speaking, the older the artifact and the deeper its connection to major historical events, the richer its historical significance."

Images of several cultural relics appeared on the holographic screen: the Sword of Goujian, King of Yue; the Bianzhong Bells of Marquis Yi of Zeng; the Terracotta Army... Each of them shimmered with a faint glow.

"Secondly, there is the weight of 'meaning'."

Teacher Li withdrew one finger.

"The significance here refers not only to the cultural and spiritual connotations carried by the cultural relics themselves, but also to their symbolic status in the collective consciousness of the nation."

"Even if a cultural relic is not the oldest, if it embodies a core spirit of a nation, it can still become a powerful artifact."

A painting appeared on the screen—a portrait from the modern era.

The painting itself is not ancient, yet it has reached the level of a sacred relic, like a radiant red sun!

Teacher Li concluded: "The historical background and significance together determine the 'potential ceiling' of an artifact."

At this moment, he suddenly called on Zhou Yuanyi: "You answer this: based on current research and discoveries, how should the relics be classified from highest to lowest quality?"

The tall, thin boy with thick glasses sitting in the third row immediately stood up, adjusted his glasses, and answered rapidly, "Reporting to the teacher, the current classification of relics from highest to lowest is as follows: Sacred Relics, National Relics, Heirloom Relics, Grade A Relics, Grade B Relics, and Grade C Relics."

"Very good, sit down." Teacher Li nodded. "Zhou Yuanyi's answer is basically correct. To add one point, below Grade C, there is actually Grade D. As the spiritual energy recovery progresses, more objects will possess spirituality, no longer limited to cultural relics."

A pyramid-shaped hierarchy appeared on the holographic screen, from the relics at the top to the D level at the bottom, with each level having a brief description and an image of a representative artifact.

"Now, the next question." Teacher Li turned her gaze to a capable-looking girl with a high ponytail. "Su Xiao, what is the relationship between the heirloom and its owner? What is the official term for such a person?"

A girl named Su Xiao stood up and said in a clear voice, "Relics will autonomously choose a compatible owner, a process known as 'choosing a master.' The chosen owner is officially referred to as a 'wielder.' This title was announced just three months ago because, as the recovery of spiritual energy accelerates, more and more relics are appearing in the public sphere. The government has decided to gradually release some information to guide private wielders to register and file records."

"Before this, there were some unofficial names circulating among the people, such as 'spirit contracter,' 'weapon holder,' and 'spirit recipient.'"

Su Xiao continued, "But the title 'Holder of the Weapons' emphasizes responsibility and mission—with weapons in hand, protecting the country and its people!"

"Very complete."

Teacher Li nodded approvingly.

"Sit down. As Su Xiao said, as the revival of spiritual energy enters a new stage, more and more relics are appearing among the people. The country needs to establish a standardized system to guide and manage them. Publicly introducing the concept of 'wielders' is the first step."

He switched screens, and an organizational chart appeared: "Depending on the grade of the relic, the holders of the relic are also classified accordingly. The holder of a sacred relic is called a 'sacred holder'; the holder of a national relic is called a 'national holder'; the holder of a Class A relic is called a 'Class A holder'; and so on for Class B, Class C, and Class D."

Teacher Li paused, her gaze sweeping over Xia Xinghan, who was sitting in a high chair closest to the podium, listening intently. Her expression turned somewhat strange: "Of course, the ranking is just a reference. Actual combat strength, the degree of control over the relics, and personal qualities will all affect a weapon wielder's true strength. Some Class B weapon wielders may not be weaker than beginner Class A weapon wielders."

"Alright, that's enough about the basics for now."

Teacher Li checked the time. "Before get out of class ends, there's an announcement. In the second period, a 'special person' will be giving a practical guidance session. This person…"

He paused deliberately, observing the students' curious gazes, before slowly saying, "He is a true 'National Protector.' You can all look forward to it."

"Wow--!"

"The State Protector?!"

"Who could it be? The one with the Sword of Goujian, King of Yue? Or...?"

The classroom immediately erupted in commotion.

The Guardian of the Nation!

That's one of the top known weapon wielders!

Since its inception, the Kaitian Class has never had a weapon-wielding expert of this caliber teach!

Teacher Li raised her hand to quell the commotion: "We'll find out who it is soon enough. get out of class dismissed."

After saying that, he put away his lesson plan, turned around and left the classroom.

As soon as the teacher left, the atmosphere in the classroom immediately became lively.

Many people's eyes drifted, intentionally or unintentionally, towards the baby chairs in the first row.

Several girls were the first to gather around.

"Wow...it's so tiny and cute!"

"Is this what a human baby looks like? I want one!"

"Xiao Manman, let's have another child."

「(ノ｀Д)ノgungun.」

A girl with shoulder-length short hair and big eyes squatted next to the baby chair, looking at Xia Xinghan who was closing his textbook, and her maternal love was rekindled.

"Little Nezha, what's your name? Oh right, Wang Nezha... That's an interesting name!"

Another girl with pigtails asked cautiously, "Little Nezha, are you hungry? Do you want some milk? The teacher has prepared a bottle."

"Do you need to pee? Let me take you to the toilet," the third girl asked with concern.

Xia Xinghan looked up at the older girls surrounding him, her expression calm: "Thank you, I'm not hungry, I don't want to."

His childish yet earnest answer amused the girls, who all burst into laughter.

At this moment, several boys also gathered around.

The leader was a tall boy who looked about sixteen or seventeen years old and had a tuft of dyed yellow hair.

He crossed his arms, looking down at Xia Xinghan in the baby chair, his tone clearly teasing: "Wow, our Kaitian Class is really 'groundbreaking,' even taking in babies. Hey, little one, are you weaned yet?"