Chapter 36: Let’s Go Have Fun In The Light Core Room

The skies had begun to clear in the afternoon. Li Xiaofei arrived at Red Flag High School on time to report back and cancel his leave of absence. Then, he attended classes diligently.

Principal Chen Fei had painstakingly arranged many basic classes for him. Although Li Xiaofei felt like it was a bit of a waste of time that could be spent on cultivating his strength, he still studied earnestly.

The second class in the afternoon was the school's martial arts special training for the battle team. The team was fully assembled, except for the captain, Yan Chiyu, who was hospitalized due to injuries. To everyone's surprise, the instructor for the martial arts class was... Grandpa Qin from the gatehouse?!

When he saw Grandpa Qin take three big steps followed by a small hop up to the podium, Li Xiaofei felt a line of sweat form on his forehead.

This guy is also a gatekeeper, dean, and a martial arts instructor... Are there any other identities I don't know about?

At that moment, Bai Longfei leaned over to Li Xiaofei and whispered, "Surprised? I was too when I attended his class for the first time... Let me tell you a secret, Mr. Qin might not be entirely normal up here."

The handsome boy pointed to his head and continued whispering, "They say Mr. Qin suffered some trauma in the past, so his mental state isn't very stable. He has severe personality disorder. At different times and places, he believes he's the gatekeeper, doctor, teacher, dean, janitor, school security guard, driver, and the top expert of Red Flag High School... he switches between these identities."

Li Xiaofei was rendered speechless.

Is this a joke?

Though Grandpa Qin had switched between being the gatekeeper and the dean, he had always seemed quite normal. Li Xiaofei thought he was just a multi-talented individual holding multiple roles.

Turns out he's actually mentally unstable? Is this really Red Flag High School? It looks like I’ve fallen into a real pit here.

"Ahem, there may be some new team members who don't know me," Grandpa Qin cleared his throat. "Let me introduce myself. My name is Invincible Qin, and I am the special training martial arts instructor for the school battle team."

Li Xiaofei was surprised and speechless at the same time.

What the heck? Wasn't he Qin Dewei? When did he become Invincible Qin? Even his name changes with his identities. He really does seem to be seriously ill.

"Before we start the lesson, let's check your recent cultivation progress," Teacher Qin quickly slipped into his new role and pointed at the starforce meter set up beside the training ground. "Line up and test your starforce levels one by one."

Li Xiaofei's eyes lit up. This was a perfect opportunity to understand his teammates' strength. He had been extremely interested in the so-called High School War God League since he had joined Red Flag High School. Constant battles with numerous geniuses and strong opponents were the best way to improve his skills.

Li Xiaofei had a strong desire to become stronger. He hoped to advance as far as possible in the league with his teammates.

"I'll go first." The big-headed loli, Ren Dong, eagerly bounced forward.

As the main medic of the school battle team, she had a strong competitive spirit. She reached out with her chubby, white hand to grasp the handle of the starforce meter, and started channeling her internal energy.

Buzz.

The starforce meter projected seven pale green vortices of energy above her. She was at the seventh stage. These seven vortices were complete and full, meaning she was the peak of the seventh stage and just a step away from reaching the eighth stage.

"Not bad, you've made progress," said Grandpa Qin as he nodded in satisfaction.

"Yay," Ren Dong made a victory gesture, clearly very pleased with her result.

Everyone tested their starforce levels one after another. The second main combatant, Fang Buyi, was at the eighth stage, and the substitute main combatant, Zhuge Long, was at the peak of the seventh stage. The substitute medic, Nan Tianxing, was at the mid-seventh stage.

Beastmasters Liu Xiao and Bai Qiqi were both at the mid-seventh stage. The weapons specialist, Bai Longfei, was at the eighth stage. The substitute weapons specialist, Du Heng, was at the seventh stage.

Li Xiaofei couldn't help but sigh internally. If this was their overall strength, it's no wonder they were at the bottom in the High School War God League. Zhou Yiyou, who was at the high-seventh stage, would be more than sufficient to be a main team member at Red Flag High School, but at Qishen Academy, he could barely make it as a substitute.

"Li Xiaofei, your turn," Grandpa Qin's gaze fell on Li Xiaofei.

The other team members also focused on him. They had heard about his impressive performance yesterday, but it was rumored that his actual cultivation level was only at the surprising fifth stage of the Qi Refining Realm. That didn’t seem possible.

Li Xiaofei slowly walked over. He had no intention of hiding his strength. He grasped the handle of the starforce meter and channeled his starforce to its fullest.

Buzz.

Golden energy vortices started to form above the meter, growing denser and brighter until seven distinct vortices, representing the seventh stage, fully manifested. The onlookers gasped. This confirmed the rumors, but seeing it in person was still shocking.

Li Xiaofei didn't stop there. He continued to channel his starforce until an eighth golden vortex began to form faintly, indicating he was on the verge of breaking through to the eighth stage.

Grandpa Qin raised an eyebrow, clearly impressed. "Remarkable progress," he said.

Li Xiaofei let go of the handle and looked at his teammates, all of whom were staring at him with newfound respect and admiration. The High School War God League suddenly seemed more promising.

Buzz.

Seven pale golden vortices stayed spinning in the air. It indicated he was at mid-seventh stage.

"Wow, you really did hide your strength yesterday." The big-headed loli, Ren Dong, exclaimed.

"Goodness, seventh stage, and you said you didn't know martial arts?" Bai Longfei also breathed a sigh of relief.

This made sense. A seventh stage Li Xiaofei defeating Zhou Yiyou at the same stage was reasonable. A fifth stage Li Xiaofei defeating Zhou Yiyou at the seventh stage seemed impossible. However, barely noticeable shock flashed deep in the pupils behind Grandpa Qin's glasses. He observed Li Xiaofei closely, studying him from head to toe.

"Have you switched your qi refining method to the Wind and Thunder Breathing Technique?" Grandpa Qin asked.

Li Xiaofei replied, "Yes. Tigers follow the wind, dragons follow the clouds, and when wind and clouds meet, thunder is born."

Grandpa Qin felt a sharp pang of astonishment.

This kid had only received the Wind and Thunder Breathing Technique yesterday, and he’s already cultivated it to such a level within one night. If that's not a prodigy, then what is?

However, Grandpa Qin remained calm and composed on the surface, saying lightly, "Not bad, just passable. You're barely keeping up with the progress... Alright, everyone has made progress, so no punishments today. Let's continue with the class."

The main focus of the martial arts class was to guide the team members on their combat techniques. Red Flag High School specialized in ancient martial arts, so the team members practiced the true legacies of the Great Xia martial lineage.

At this point, Grandpa Qin's prowess became evident. He was proficient in all the team members' ancient martial arts techniques and could provide precise, effective guidance. His instructions often hit the mark perfectly, resolving all the issues the team members faced in their cultivation.

"Mr. Qin, what about me?" Li Xiaofei couldn't help but ask, "Can you give me some guidance too?"

Grandpa Qin glanced at him and said calmly, "I don't know your martial art technique. Practice on your own."

Li Xiaofei was speechless at his answer.

"Then teach me a new combat technique," said Li Xiaofei as he tried to push his luck.

Grandpa Qin glanced at him again and said, "You’re biting off more than you can chew."

That made sense. He could only continue practicing the Great Strength Vajra Fist on his own. The core principles of this fist technique were difficult to observe with the naked eye, so he didn't have to worry about leaking its secrets.

The class passed quickly. Right before class ended, Grandpa Qin took out a bunch of silver USB-like devices.

"These are super account keys for the light-network, issued by the Education Department. They are completely anonymous. You can each take one and use them to rank up. As per the old rules, if your points are insufficient before the High School War God League starts, you'll be disqualified from participating."

The team members cheered enthusiastically. Only students participating in the High School War God League could obtain these special super account keys. Unlike regular light-network mainframe accounts, super accounts could unlock more light-network features, such as virtual reality scenarios. They would feel like they were transported to another world.

"Let's go, let's hit the light-core mainframe room and have some fun."

"Finally, the day has come."

"No more talking, let's rank up all night. Whoever scores the lowest calls the others grandpa."

The team members cheered, grabbed their keys, and eagerly rushed to the light-core mainframe room.

Li Xiaofei, however, stayed behind. He looked a little shifty.

"Is there something you need?" Grandpa Qin asked.