16: Monthly exam rewards

Time came to the next morning.

Inside Canglan No. 2 High School, in the classroom of Grade One, Class 5.

All the students were seated at their desks, waiting for class to begin.

Huang Yian glanced at Heiye, who was already too big and could only stay by Lin Shu's feet.

"Your mantis has grown so fast, and its gaze is a bit intimidating."

"Xiaohuo is scared and doesn't dare play with him anymore."

Hearing this, Lin Shu looked down at his feet. Sure enough, the Flame Hound, which usually played enthusiastically with Heiye, was now huddled fearfully in a corner.

It didn't dare meet Heiye's gaze, seemingly frightened by his Aura.

It looked pitiful.

Lin Shu patted Heiye, telling him to tone it down.

After that, things indeed improved a lot. The Flame Hound wasn't as scared anymore, wagging its tail behind it.

"Yeah, probably because he eats a lot, so he grows fast."

"He was just throwing a tantrum earlier, but he's much better now."

Huang Yian looked down at his feet, where the two pets were playing together again.

It's just that the size difference was a bit too big.

Xiaohuo wasn't even half the size of Heiye.

Although it was a bit strange, there didn't seem to be any obvious issues.

After this little episode, the teacher Zhao Sheng arrived in the classroom.

Today's lesson was Beastmaster Common Knowledge.

"Tap, tap."

Footsteps arrived in the classroom as expected.

Zhao Sheng put down the book and teacup in his hands.

He quickly got into the rhythm and started lecturing directly.

On the blackboard, he wrote two words heavily.

"Talent"

Zhao Sheng cleared his throat, and his loud voice rang out.

"In today's lesson, we'll talk about talent!"

Talent? Whose talent?

Some students were confused, seemingly unaware of the situation.

Zhao Sheng began to explain.

"Of course, not the Beastmaster's talent."

"But the innate talent of the beasts themselves."

"Yes, not only Beastmasters, but beasts also have talents."

As if afraid no one would believe it, he repeated it again.

Others might not know, but Lin Shu definitely believed it.

After all, both of his beasts had talents.

Seeing that the students understood, he continued speaking.

"Of course, the probability is very low."

"Much lower than a Beastmaster Awakening a talent."

"Perhaps only one in a thousand beasts."

"Currently, there's no instrument that can detect this kind of talent ability."

Hearing this, the students whispered among themselves.

Huang Yian raised a question.

"Teacher, so beasts with talents must be very strong, right?"

Although it was a question, Huang Yian still felt it was definitely true.

If they weren't strong, what use would Awakening a talent be?

Zhao Sheng gave Huang Yian an appreciative look.

"That's a good question. In most cases, that's true."

"After all, talents aren't all combat-related; some are auxiliary."

"So it's not absolute, but having an extra talent has a significant impact on a beast."

After the teacher's explanation, everyone suddenly understood.

"Any more questions?"

"Feel free to ask more. In the future, if you encounter a beast that has Awakened a talent, don't miss it."

"Such beasts are all highly sought after."

Everyone lowered their heads, thinking about what to ask.

At this moment, Lin Shu spoke up. He indeed had some doubts that needed answering.

"Teacher, is a beast's Awakened talent determined by its attribute?"

"Or is it randomly Awakened with other attributes?"

Lin Shu had both situations.

So he asked these questions.

"Oh?"

"Lin Shu, you've thought a lot, already considering this."

Zhao Sheng was somewhat surprised. This question was very insightful, as if Lin Shu already had a beast with an Awakened talent.

"First, I'll answer your first question."

"Yes, a beast's talent is basically Awakened according to its original attribute."

"Second, during mutation, there's a very low probability for a beast to Awaken other attributes."

The teacher explained clearly, and everyone could understand.

Lin Shu nodded, understanding the situation.

However, everyone seemed not very interested in this topic.

Probably because they didn't hold much hope of obtaining a beast with a talent.

So no one continued asking questions.

Seeing this situation,

Zhao Sheng still continued to add.

"Every type of beast has a chance to be born with a talent, but it just requires a bit of luck."

"Of course, there's one situation where a beast is guaranteed to have a talent."

As if keeping them in suspense, he didn't continue.

And this sparked the students' enthusiasm.

They asked one after another.

"Teacher, what situation is that?"

"Teacher, hurry up and tell us, I'm dying of curiosity."

Seeing everyone getting anxious, Zhao Sheng smiled.

You little rascals, won't act without seeing the rabbit.

Then he continued speaking.

"The condition isn't too difficult."

"Just reach Epic quality."

Hearing these words, the previously lively classroom seemed to freeze.

It fell silent.

Clearly, everyone was chilled by the teacher's cold joke.

Look, is this even human talk?

And saying it's not too difficult.

What 'just Epic quality'.

This is bullying honest people.

"Haha, everyone, don't underestimate yourselves."

"The future is long, and there will be opportunities."

As if the classroom was too quiet, Zhao Sheng began to comfort everyone.

After that, everyone seemed to feel better.

Then he skipped over talent and began explaining other knowledge points.

The morning passed quickly.

Just before class ended,

Zhao Sheng stood at the podium.

"Students, this Friday is the monthly exam."

"And the rewards have been announced. You can take a look."

"I hope everyone can achieve a good ranking. Good luck, everyone!"

Zhao Sheng raised his hands and waved them up and down to cheer on the students.

After the bell rang, he walked out of the classroom.

And the monthly exam rewards were read out by everyone.

"1st place: 20 bottles of Intermediate Nutrient Potion and ten first-tier spiritual items."

"2nd to 5th place: 10 bottles of Intermediate Nutrient Potion."

"6th to 20th place: 5 bottles of Intermediate Nutrient Potion."

"21st to 50th place: 3 bottles of Intermediate Nutrient Potion."

"51st to 100th place: 1 bottle of Intermediate Nutrient Potion."

There were no more after that.

Rewards only went up to 100th place.

Divided into five tiers.

It must be said that the rewards for 1st place were not insignificant.

Far exceeding other rankings.

"Has nothing to do with me."

"Can only envy the big shots."

"So awesome, these rewards."

Such rewards also sparked a discussion in the class.

Causing everyone's envy.

"I think Brother Shu should be first."

Liu Dong said this.

These words immediately elicited responses from many.

"You know what, same as I thought."

"Exactly, exactly, Lin Shu is definitely first in the monthly exam."

Everyone expressed their opinions.

After all, Lin Shu had achievements, so naturally, everyone thought Lin Shu would shine in this monthly exam.

Lin Shu heard these words.

He couldn't help but rub his forehead.

You guys, aside from Class 2, I haven't really seen the beasts of other classes.

Don't jinx me like this.