103: College Entrance Examination Rules

In the blink of an eye, two months had passed.

The highly anticipated Beast Tamer College Entrance Examination was finally approaching.

This year's College Entrance Examination garnered immense attention, not only due to the inherent focus on the exam itself, but more so because of its format: an extra-large Secret Realm.

This was the rarest assessment method, occurring almost once every ten years.

Furthermore, it was rumored that this extra-large Secret Realm was one that had only recently been brought under preliminary control, with most of its areas still undeveloped.

The internet was flooded with various rumors, both good and bad, countless in number.

Some even speculated that the authorities anticipated an impending Yao Beast attack and were using the large Secret Realm as a simulation… Most people dismissed such conjectures. Even if Yao Beasts truly attacked, would they need these child soldiers to fight? Ridiculous… Inside the villa.

"Lin Chuan, most of Xuanwu City's key universities are willing to offer you early admission. Don't you have a preference?"

Qin Yan asked with a smile, looking at the pile of letters casually placed on the coffee table.

"Their offers are too low. Let's talk after the College Entrance Examination."

Lin Chuan pouted, disdainfully.

They wanted to trick Lin Chuan into joining with empty words, did they really think he was a fool?

"Indeed. Old Qin, I wish you success in the College Entrance Examination."

"By the way, Old Qin, which university did you attend?" Lin Chuan asked curiously.

"Xuanwu University, of course," Qin Yan said with a proud expression, then continued, "Principal Lan also, and…"

As he spoke, he paused.

"Principal Li Changqing."

"Lan Lan must have introduced you to him. Unfortunately, he died young; otherwise, Third High School wouldn't be in its current state."

Lin Chuan remained silent.

"Oh, right, do you have any more of that spirit wine? Give me some more; it's very useful for Lan Lan," Qin Yan suddenly remembered something.

"What's the use of wine? Could it be that you, Old Qin, want to drink it?" Lin Chuan asked suspiciously.

"Nonsense! Lan Lan's Beast, one of them fell early, damaging its Soul Foundation, preventing any progress for twenty years. Your wine is useful for her."

Hearing Qin Yan say this, Lin Chuan naturally stopped joking.

He hadn't expected such a reason and the Principal had never mentioned it.

"I understand. I'll concoct some more then," Lin Chuan said seriously.

"Alright, let's leave it at that for now," Qin Yan finally said, satisfied.

"Speaking of which, why don't you apply to Xuanwu University as well? Then I, Old Qin, will personally escort you for a grand entrance!" Qin Yan suggested, a strange light flashing in his eyes, wondering what he was planning.

"That, we'll see."

"You kid, the best university in Xuanwu City, and you're still being picky!"

Qin Yan cursed with a smile, then dropped the subject.

"I only came over this time to check on you and remind you that an extra-large Secret Realm is different from a small Secret Realm. The degree of control over its internal rules is low, and it's not 100% safe. Be careful then."

"I understand."

"Alright, I'll be going now. Don't forget to go to school tomorrow. Two months, I don't know how you managed to stay cooped up!"

Lin Chuan: "…"

Lin Chuan had a million curses he didn't know how to utter.

He actually wanted to go outside the city, but wasn't it Qin Yan who wouldn't let him?

Lin Chuan had no relatives or friends, and apart from occasionally playing a few games with Lu Xiaomo and Xu Dazhi, he basically had no social activities.

Especially after learning that the Gold Rank Black-Clothed Chief Priest was still alive.

Lin Chuan felt it was better to keep a low profile for a while.

He himself wasn't afraid, but it wouldn't be good to implicate others.

Xu Dazhi was already nine-star. Although his talent was average, if he performed well, he might have a chance to get into a key university. Of course, it was just a slim chance, but he was definitely guaranteed a spot in a regular university.

On the day he reached nine stars, he directly ran to Lin Chuan's house, crying with his head in his hands, making Lin Chuan think something terrible had happened.

As it turned out, it was just that… As for Lu Xiaomo, her ambition wasn't in university; she had long given up on the College Entrance Examination path. Now, her main job was Third High School's intern publicity manager and reserve tutor, while her side jobs included game Streamer, video producer, and Lin Chuan's exclusive competition camera… As for which was her main job and which was her side job, that was open to interpretation… The next day, Lin Chuan arrived at the school he had been away from for a long time.

Along the way, Lin Chuan clearly felt that the atmosphere was different from usual.

There was a palpable sense of solemnity in the air.

Upon entering the campus, Lin Chuan suddenly realized.

He saw many soldiers in standard military uniforms taking over the school's security, with people patrolling continuously.

Even many of the patrols were Silver Rank Beast Tamers.

Not to mention, there were also Gold Rank and even Diamond Rank individuals in the shadows.

First High School and Second High School must have been the same; this was the importance placed on the College Entrance Examination.

The gathering point was on the sports field.

In the center of the sports field, it was like a temporary camp, with equipment constantly being moved in and out, debugged, and installed.

"Brother Lin, over here."

Xu Dazhi waved his arm at Lin Chuan.

A middle-aged man was sitting on the stage. Seeing Lin Chuan, he couldn't help but look at him a few more times.

"Is this the legendary student from District 81 this year? Not bad, he's already Silver Rank five-star! What are those recruitment office wastes doing? Such a Genius, and they didn't even send someone personally to talk to him. Do they really think he's an idiot?"

The man was annoyed internally but could do nothing.

Two months ago, Lin Chuan had just reached Silver Rank. According to past experience, an early admission notice would have been enough.

Now, he was already five-star, and this was even without Lin Chuan fully focusing on advancing his Rank… Soon, everything was ready.

The man stood up and said to the students below:

"Below, I will announce the examination rules and precautions. Please listen carefully, as this directly relates to your scores and even your life safety.

First, this Secret Realm is an extra-large Secret Realm. There is no distinction between day and night inside, and time flows five times faster than the outside world. The College Entrance Examination lasts for five days, which means your perceived time inside will be twenty-five days.

Second, the highest Rank of Yao Beasts within the Secret Realm is Commander Rank. When encountering a fatal threat, you will not be automatically ejected; you need to actively withdraw yourself, with just a thought. This point is very important; everyone, silently repeat it three times in your mind!!!"

After speaking, the man paused for a moment, then continued:

"Third, regarding examination scores, it's a point-based ranking system:

Hunting Yao Beasts and collecting resources will earn corresponding points. Challenging and defeating others will automatically grant you half of their points. Team combat requires full holographic live streaming throughout, especially for support types.

Fourth, everyone will receive a holographic wristband. It cannot be removed before the end of the examination, or your score will be void. The holographic wristband is used to exit the Secret Realm, record points, store resources, initiate challenges, and activate holographic live streaming. Holographic live streaming can be actively turned on or off, but there will be a certain mandatory activation time each day, with a vibration reminder when mandatory activation occurs.

Fifth, spatial storage items are not allowed. Only daily necessities are permitted, not including food."

"These are the rules. Are there any unclear points? I will answer selectively."

The man looked down, a smile on his face.