Chapter 8

"我们沧海高中的教育已经全面落后。"

Luo Yang sighed and explained, "Of course, my success in activating the Star Vortex is closely related to the Clock Tower's strong support. There are many ways to activate the second superpower early, and I have summarized three steps. The first step is to receive a deep adjustment from the Clock Tower, equivalent to a hundred days of cultivation. The second step requires a bit of inspiration, meaning you need to have a special feeling for a certain ability and deeply engrave this feeling in your mind. Avoid being overly ambitious, like thinking about the Battle God List or the Divine Control List; they are completely useless."

"The final step, and the most crucial one, is to use external force to create pressure, to achieve the purpose of activation. I used the radiation from sixty pineapple trees to create the impact, and it took multiple failures before I succeeded in activating the Star Vortex. This superpower, enhanced by star power, allows for overclocked movement even at level zero. I believe it will bring many incredible changes as I advance, which I am very much looking forward to."

Luo Yang's second superpower was extraordinary, already surpassing the Silver level and entering the Gold level. Before his rebirth, the activation process was interrupted by enemies, making the entire process extremely dangerous, and the "Star Vortex" became a premature ability. Although it eventually grew, it always felt lacking in power, and its advancement speed was not as fast as expected, only reaching the Black Iron level.

Now, things are different. Retracing these steps gives him a significant advantage. Using the Star Vortex in conjunction with the Star Codex is more advantageous than using a stamp, and it can even synthesize a level-four superpower, allowing him to use his famous technique, "Star Burst Slash," earlier. This would enable him to explore the edge of the Abyssal Battlefield, where he might find something useful.

"No wonder I couldn't get into a prestigious university; it turns out the education level at Canghai is so far behind. I'll have to drown my sorrows in alcohol again tonight," Shi Gu lamented.

"Brother Yang, this is too difficult. Poor students don't have the means for deep adjustments. Even if the Clock Tower gives us the opportunity, we wouldn't know how to find inspiration, let alone endure the radiation from the pineapple trees. I estimate that within ten minutes, we would be completely corroded and die," Lin Tianbao shook his head, too scared to try.

"This is indeed a way to activate the second superpower early," the pale-faced Zhu Niansheng almost lost his composure, realizing that the steps Luo Yang mentioned were not too difficult but too simple. Initially, he didn't believe it, but after careful consideration, he found everything logical. If they could follow the steps, they would definitely have a chance to succeed.

"I stumbled upon this method by chance. I heard that in schools higher than Nangang, students activating their second superpower is not uncommon and has become a norm, with a very high success rate. If you are determined, try it when the Clock Tower's level is higher. Even if you fail, you can accumulate relevant experience."

Luo Yang guided them patiently, offering sweet bait to lure them in. Some people's traits are best discovered early, which would greatly help in the future when facing the rebellion of the hundred races.

"Ha ha, I digress. We should introduce our abilities to each other. It's unknown when we will meet the conditions to activate the second superpower," Zhang Xiaoman introduced herself straightforwardly, "I currently have a Level 2 Plant Light Wave ability, which gives me a boost in environments with abundant plants. I can also rapidly mature specific plant seeds in a very short time, doing what I can."

Next, it was Du Xianyue's turn. She raised her arm and said, "My ability is to simulate metal structures with my hands and arms, about two centimeters thick. My advancement depends on the hardness of the simulated metal, and I am currently at Level 2."

The thin and frail Hua Luo smiled, "I can control birds. Although I am only at Level 1, it is suitable for reconnaissance and rear guard."

"I'm up! My family specializes in illusions, but unfortunately, I can only create hallucinations, not full-fledged illusions. Level 2 Dream Shadows are less effective against people with strong willpower. I hate feeling weak and helpless," the pale-faced Meng Weiyang didn't realize how lethal her every gesture and smile was, enough to knock out everyone in the room.

Luo Yang, with his rich experience, could see through some of Meng Weiyang's true nature. The alluring image and voice everyone saw and heard were not real, just a psychological suggestion. The real Meng Weiyang remained silent, watching everyone with cold eyes.

"This Meng Weiyang is strong, constantly honing herself. She's interesting."

As Luo Yang thought, Lin Tianbao began his introduction, "I only have an advantage in arm strength, and my sword-swinging speed can increase with each swing. I am still at Level 0, and I call it 'Incremental.'"

"My Level 2 Death Ray, when controlled properly, can heal and save lives, not just kill. However, it's best to pay the full fee before treatment, or I can't guarantee there won't be a medical accident," Zhu Niansheng smiled, but his smile was terrifying enough to scare several people at night.

"And me! My ability is quite terrible, known throughout Canghai. After drinking enough alcohol, I can exhale super-concentrated alcohol vapor. I can't do much else, but starting fires is a significant advantage," Shi Gu shrugged. The oath to get into a prestigious university was just a facade; if any university would accept him, he wouldn't be in Canghai the next day.

"Very good, everyone now knows each other's abilities. Over the next two days, try to work together, don't underestimate yourself, and don't ignore your teammates," Luo Yang said. Suddenly, a rumbling voice echoed from above the school.

"Listen up, Canghai High School's riffraff. You have three days to drop out. This is your final warning. Ending your high school career and going home to farm is better than losing your life pointlessly. To be honest, even if you get the chance to advance, you will only end up in third-rate universities, and you will still be cannon fodder in the future. It's better to wake up early; you are destined to be deprived of this world's wonders."

The voice paused, becoming abnormally cold, "Listen well. If you don't leave Canghai after three days, you will be considered our enemies. Think about the classmates who fell in a pool of blood yesterday; they are your examples. We at Nangang are not bloodthirsty, but we won't spare any enemies. This is your only warning. Those who do not leave Canghai after three days will not be spared."

"Brother Yang, they are too overbearing," Lin Tianbao's face turned red, wanting to rush out and fight, but he knew his strength was weak and it would be futile.

"Everyone go back, stick to the original plan, and prepare for battle. Since we have made up our minds, don't waver, and don't let others influence you," Luo Yang said solemnly.

"Alright, we'll go back and prepare. If anyone drops out in the next two days, don't be angry, Brother Yang," Lin Tianbao advised, clenching his fists and walking out of the treehouse.

"Hmph, if anyone dares to drop out, I will hunt them down," Hua Luo's eyes glared at Shi Gu, emitting a terrifying aura.

"Brat, I'm too lazy to argue with you," Shi Gu shook his head and left the treehouse.

Finally, only Zhang Xiaoman remained. She looked at Luo Yang with concern, "You are putting too much pressure on yourself. Nangang is pressing us hard, and we are still very weak. It's hard to imagine how you can become so strong."

"Xiaoman, sometimes standing tall and proud is far more relaxing than kneeling in humility. I am the kind of person who, with you and Leopard by my side, would not hesitate to face the entire world as an enemy."

"You're talking nonsense, I won't listen to you," Xiaoman's face turned red, feeling her heart race but also feeling shy, she couldn't bear to stay alone with him, and she lifted her skirt and ran out of the treehouse.

Only then did Luo Yang notice that Zhang Xiaoman's attire was different today, wearing a well-fitted dress. He scolded himself for being an idiot and said with a smile, "Sister Xiaoman, your dress is very beautiful, and you are even more beautiful. Be careful not to get caught on the branches when you go down."

"Filthy mouth, don't curse me," Zhang Xiaoman, like a sprite, lightly jumped down the treehouse steps and quickly disappeared at the base of the tree.

After Zhang Xiaoman left, Luo Yang gradually put away his smile, his gaze extending through the large window, and he said softly, "If you don't seek death, you won't die. Nangang's urgency to attack Canghai indicates that their Clock Tower is at a critical point of advancement. With an additional Clock Tower mark, they can make the final push and establish their advantage. Unfortunately, I am here to study and live, and I won't let you succeed."

Next, Luo Yang became extremely busy, preparing for the evening ceremony. Fortunately, all the necessary items could be gathered at the school.

Canghai High School was in chaos, and Luo Yang could treat Nangang's ultimatum as a joke, but others couldn't. About five percent of the students lacked the courage to stay at Canghai for even a moment and immediately dropped out, trembling as they left the school to be inspected by Nangang High School.

Thanks to the technological advancements of this era, much information is public, such as educational records. If a student drops out, it will be recorded in their personal file.

As night fell, ten percent of the students at Canghai High School had already left.

Luo Yang's small treehouse was pitch black, absorbing any light that entered. Suddenly, with a soft "snap," a faint blue light emerged and quickly spread.

On the wooden floor, a black pattern was drawn with black gold sandalwood powder, resembling a circuit diagram. At key points, various items were placed, including minerals, bones, and roots, totaling twenty-eight items.

At this moment, the black gold sandalwood powder acted like a fuse, with fine blue flames dancing along the pattern. In the center of the pattern, the Star Codex was placed.

"Star Codex, open the path to the multidimensional quadrant secret realm for me. If I cannot gain extraordinary action abilities, even the most prescient will fall into a deadlock." Luo Yang placed his palm on a circle of blue light, and fish-scale-like light patterns began to extend, connecting to an unknown space...

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