Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Xiao Lin was not the only one who was confused. Many of Dawn Academys rooms were brightly lit that night.

In the deans office, the white-haired old man sat on the sofa and took a swig of strong tea. He looked up, scanned the baby-faced boy who stood next to him, and said, Dont be so tense. Tell me, what brings you here to me so late at night?

The student unions president smiled and said, Its about the freshmens course reports today. More specifically, its the performance of several acting class monitors, including that Gu Xiaoyue who has thirty-six intelligence points

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The president slowed his words so he had enough time to observe every single detail on the deans face, but he was disappointed again. The deans expression did not change at all, and he gestured to interrupt before the president even finished speaking. Dissatisfied, he said, Youre the president of the student union. Youre responsible for all the new students. You dont have to tell me all this. Im going to the New World tomorrow. I dont have the energy to be concerned with all these teeny little things!

Understood. Youre going back so soon? Doubt disappeared from the student union presidents face. Other than making an exception to attend the opening ceremony, the dean seemed to show no other interest in those freshmen.

Americas Demon Queen is making too much of a ruckus in the New World recently. We may be their allies, but were still their competitors the dean said halfway and shook his head. He did not continue that sentence; it was still too early to say anything, even to the student union president.

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The student union president exclaimed, Demon Queen? Shes already in the New World. Shes still a sophomore!

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After hesitating, the president lowered his voice and carefully asked, Rumor has it that Americas Demon Queen has an SS-level talent. Is that true?

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The dean appeared evasive. He set the teacup down, narrowed his eyes, and rubbed his temples wearily. He then changed the topic. Im a little tired right now. Is there anything else?

The student unions president shook his head, but something suddenly came to mind and he casually asked, Oh yes. The head of the Admissions Department told me something during the day. A total of 1,360 students are enrolled in this batch, but when he did his routine inspection, he discovered that there were only 1,359 admission notices recorded in the system. No matter how much he tried, he couldnt find the last remaining one. It was very strange, because, as were all well aware, its impossible for anyone to enter the academy without an admission notice, especially when our notice is made of special materials. How could any ordinary person possibly fake it?

Negligence! Theres no need to look into these little things. Plus, the group of eliminated individuals has probably already returned to Earth by now. Just make sure the head of admissions is more cautious next time!

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The student union president did not notice anything out of the ordinary when the dean played the incident down. He too felt that it was not a big deal and was simply giving his routine report. Finally, the president left after finishing what he had to say.

The dean opened his eyes again and looked up at the ceiling, as if he was thinking about something. After a prolonged silence, he suddenly stretched out his right arm and chanted in a low voice. Advanced Strengthening Barrier! Advanced Silencing Barrier! Advanced Anti-Stealth Barrier! Advanced Anti-Missile Barrier!

Four magic rays shot out consecutively from the palm of his hand and lit up the office. Everything appeared to be in a state of calm; the deans advanced magical barriers sealed the area so no ordinary person could ever approach.

With the authority vested in me as the dean, I summon the Central Smart Computer System! the deans deep voice boomed.

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A curtain of light covered the office ceiling and, manifesting from thin air, was the image of a girl in a white dress. With a delicate face and fair-skinned feet, she looked ever-so lifelike, even though it was merely a virtual image. She covered her mouth and giggled. Master Dean, how may I be of service?

The dean was expressionless. You seem to be rather obsessed with Lolita appearances as of late.

I heard that lolicon is all the rage on Earth nowadays. My appearance may be more attractive to the new students. The virtual Lolita smiled sweetly and wandered around the office like a ghost.

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As Dawn Academys central control system, youre not allowed to directly come into contact with anyone except a few of those with higher authority. I dont need to remind you, do I?

The virtual girl pouted, and her crisp, bell-like voice echoed in the office. Its been a century and youre still as boring as ever. Alright, out with it. Why did you summon me with your deans authority so late at night?

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The dean asked in a deep voice, Im sure you have a backup copy of the freshmens admission notices.

The girl giggled and said, I know what youre going to ask. I heard your chat with that pesky president just now. Unfortunately, there were a total of 1,360 admission notices issued to the freshmen. Theres no issue with those notices.

The dean raised his eyebrows to some surprise, then buried his head in thought. He trusted the student union president because he was the one who personally appointed the boy. Besides, the president had no reason to deceive him in that respect. At the same time, Dawn Academys central computer system was right in front of him, making it doubly unlikely that it would conceal anything from the dean, especially considering his authority.

Suddenly, the dean looked up in surprise. Are you saying that neither the admissions head nor the student union president has the authority to view that one single admission notice?

The girls respect for the dean gleamed and she smiled teasingly. Your brain seems to be working quite well even though youre getting older!

The dean then ordered in an imperative tone, Show me the admissions notice right now!

The girl spread out her fair palms and had a helpless look in her glazed eyes. As much as Id like to do that, you dont have the authority to view it either.

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The dean got up at once, and for the first time, had a shocked look. Not even I have permission to view it? Even though its just a copy of the admission notice?

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The girls hands were tied. Thats right. I was surprised too.

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After a moments silence, the dean lamented, I understand. Well set this aside then. Right now, with the highest authority I have, I order all the copies of the freshmens admission notices to be encrypted. Only I, or those with authority higher than mine, can view them. That shouldnt be a problem, right?

No problem at all. Wait a moment. The girl closed her eyes and opened them again after a few seconds. Done. You dont want anyone else to know who the disappeared admissions notice belongs to, am I right? Or, have you already guessed whose it is?

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The dean paced to the window. Dawn Academy was very quiet at night and he remarked indifferently, Yes, and no. During the opening ceremony, I noticed how interesting this batch of freshmen were. But before that, I dont want too many busybodies or interferences hindering their growth. Ill be returning to the New World tomorrow and theyll remain in your capable hands.

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Not a single soul knew about the conversation in the deans office. Similarly, no one was aware that the copies of that batchs admission notices had been restricted and were accessible only for those with higher-authority.

Meanwhile, Xiao Lin was still troubled by his basic meditation. Although he had gained plenty of valuable fundamental knowledge from Zhang Tingting, it was still of little use at present.

Isnt there any other way? Xiao Lin asked grudgingly. His initial intelligence value was too low, and if his initial intelligence value represented the ability to attune to the elements, it was a clear sign that he might really need a month or two to raise that zero to one. He could not afford to wait that long!

Unless youre a talented student. I know that there are some talents which can enhance your ability to be more aware of the elements. Tsk, tsk, Im so jealous. I know a senior who has that talent, and she practically rockets through her meditation!

Zhang Tingting spoke unhindered and chatted away animatedly. However, she immediately heard a cough from behind her. It was her boyfriend, Gu Fantian, reminding her helplessly in a low voice, Dont wander too far from the topic!

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