Lin Chuan had thought he would have to wait three days to receive the admission notices from the Eight Great Academies.
Unexpectedly, he had just finished sorting through his unread messages.
Another new text message popped up, and Lin Chuan was stunned when he casually opened it.
It wasn't a spam message, but an admission notice text message from the Third Academy, sent by the Eight Great Academies, marked with a Xingyan Federation Government certification code that could be verified online at any time for authenticity! An admission notice text message!
Well, it wasn't just this one; after the Third Academy's admission notice text message, another message arrived—the Sixth Academy's admission notice text message!
Lin Chuan was truly bewildered.
He fell into thought, these admission notices came too fast, and two at once?
Soon, Lin Chuan understood and realized the situation.
Oh right, he had slept for a full 24 hours.
Counting from yesterday when the Secret Realm assessment ended and the scores were released in the afternoon.
Now, it could indeed be considered the second day.
And his score, a perfect 1000, was absolutely top-tier even in other cities or even prefectural cities.
The Eight Great Academies naturally selected students from top to bottom, starting with the most outstanding and excellent.
So, in order, it was only natural that they would quickly notice Lin Chuan, check his Beast Master file, and then verify the relevant video recordings of the Secret Realm assessment to confirm that he met the admission criteria and had no moral flaws, then they would send the admission notice text message immediately.
The Third Academy, the Sixth Academy.
The official names of the Eight Great Academies are this simple and clear, from the First Academy to the Eighth Academy.
This First, Second, and Third do not represent the specific strength ranking of the academies; it is purely for distinguishing order.
Of course, the Eight Great Academies also have their respective aliases.
For example, the Third Academy, also known as the Benevolent Heart Academy, is the academy most skilled at cultivating auxiliary medical Beast Masters.
It seems his actions as a rogue doctor in the Secret Realm assessment, with Expert Grade Healing Aroma, Skilled Grade Sweet Fruit, and other skills, attracted the attention of the Third Academy.
Truly powerful auxiliary medical Beast Masters can often single-handedly support the logistics of an entire army.
Moreover, auxiliary medical Beast Masters always have various 'simp friends' around them.
If anyone dares to provoke an auxiliary medical Beast Master, the Beast Master themselves might not even be angry or act yet, but their simp friends will come to gang up on you.
Undoubtedly, this is a path with infinitely bright prospects.
Let's talk about the other academy that sent him an admission notice.
The Sixth Academy, also known as Silver Mountain Academy!
Its alias comes from the mountain range where the academy is located; the Sixth Academy is built on a mountain range entirely composed of silver, but this silver is not ordinary metal silver.
Instead, it was formed after the fall of a legendary dragon, the Silver Dragon, whose dragon blood permeated the mountain range, transforming what was originally ordinary earth and rock into a Silver Mountain Range with extraordinary dragon qi and spiritual charm.
The Sixth Academy does not have a particularly specialized direction, but it excels in being average.
Compared to other academies, it only loses in its most specialized areas, like cultivating auxiliary medical Beast Masters where it is not as good as the Third Academy, but in other aspects, it generally slightly outperforms other academies.
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So, should he choose the Third Academy or the Sixth Academy?
If he decides to go the auxiliary medical route, then, without a doubt, it would be the Third Academy.
But if he wants to develop in other directions, then he should choose the Sixth Academy.
He didn't hesitate much.
Lin Chuan quickly made a decision; although he started as a 'milk shield poison' type, he didn't want to stick to this path until death.
Auxiliary medical is good, but he always had a heart for offense.
After all, no matter how well it's put, under the same conditions, the direct combat power of an auxiliary medical Beast Master is ultimately not as good as other normal Beast Masters.
If a major disaster or crisis truly occurs, without the protection of other Beast Masters, auxiliary medical is difficult to proceed.
So, it's better to take the path of a normal Beast Master, with auxiliary medical as a sideline; for other Beast Masters, this might not be realistic due to insufficient energy, but for him, with his reincarnation cheat, it shouldn't be a big problem—just level up various auxiliary medical skills to Master Grade.
Decided, it's the Sixth Academy!
Having made his decision, Lin Chuan immediately replied to the Sixth Academy's message to confirm.
Then, he also replied to the Third Academy's message expressing his apologies, informing them that he had chosen the Sixth Academy.
Soon, Lin Chuan received replies from both academies.
The Sixth Academy congratulated him on his admission and reminded him to report to the Sixth Academy within one month.
The Third Academy's reply expressed regret but also congratulated him, wishing him a good future at the Sixth Academy.
It was at this moment, upon receiving the Sixth Academy's admission confirmation, that Lin Chuan truly relaxed completely.
Lying supine on the bed in a spread-eagle shape, Lin Chuan couldn't stop chuckling foolishly.
Three months of effort were not in vain; he had achieved the first major goal of his life!
At this moment, Lin Chuan felt an indescribable sense of accomplishment surging in his chest.
Although it's said he's an adult, Lin Chuan is actually only 16 years old.
He could no longer contain himself.
He flipped over, didn't even put on shoes, and ran wildly in the small courtyard, cheering like a monkey.
His true nature as a mischievous child was fully displayed!
Finally, Lin Chuan plopped into the pool, floating on the water, laughing heartily.
Guoguo and Sakura were stunned; it was the first time they had seen their master like this.
However, through their contract, they could both feel the constant surge of joyous emotions, like river tides, emanating from Lin Chuan.
Lin Chuan was happy, and they also started to become happy, the two little ones continuously chirping and whimpering.
Time passed quietly.
It wasn't until 3 PM that Lin Chuan composed himself.
Hmm, first, he'd call his family members one by one to share the good news.
First was the old man.
Upon hearing that Lin Chuan had received the Sixth Academy's admission notice and had confirmed his enrollment.
On the other end of the phone, Lin Xuédòng burst into laughter; his joy was no less than Lin Chuan's.
His mother Su Xiaoxia, elder brother Lin Linyi, and second sister Lin Ling'er were all the same; their happiness was not much less than Lin Chuan's himself.
Needless to say about the old man, his mother, elder brother, and second sister all stated that no matter what, they would rush home within a week, and then the whole family would celebrate properly together.
Lin Chuan also said that after participating in the valedictorian events arranged by the Beastmaster Association in Qinghe City, such as interviews, he would return to Tianshang Town immediately, and after the celebration, he would also go to the Sixth Academy to report.
After sharing the good news with his family, what about others?
Hmm, there's no need to inform them for now; if reporters ask during the Qinghe City Beastmaster Association's arranged interviews, he'll mention it then.
So, what's next?
There's still a lot of time left today?
Lounge around and relax?
Although he really wanted to start lounging now, the boiling, excited blood in his veins prevented him from lying down.
Alright, while this excitement lasts, he had to do one thing first.
It wasn't a troublesome matter, just going to the Beastmaster Association to submit an application.
An application to contract a Book Spirit!
It was mentioned before that Book Spirit are spirit beasts that rely on human civilization to exist, spirit beasts born from the essence within books.
Therefore, from the moment of their birth, Book Spirit possess intelligence no less than that of an adult.
They are naturally of generally inferior bloodlines, and their strength can mostly be ignored, but they instinctively excel at managing books and preserving knowledge, so Book Spirit often find the nearest Beastmaster Association to pledge allegiance to the Star Rock Federation upon birth, thereby securing a stable job, being assigned to work in certain large libraries or secret archive management rooms.
In short, there are almost no wild Book Spirit; they are all held by various national organizations and forces of humanity.
Therefore, if an individual wants to contract a Book Spirit, they must apply to these organizations.
As a member of the Star Rock Federation, if Lin Chuan wanted to contract a Book Spirit, he would naturally have to submit an application to the Beastmaster Association of the Star Rock Federation.
After changing clothes, Lin Chuan put the two little ones into his Beast Space.
Now that he had money, although the distance wasn't far, Lin Chuan still called a Blue Feather Airlines ride and flew directly there.
Upon arriving at the Qinghe City Beastmaster Association, as expected, as soon as Lin Chuan landed and exited the Spirit Beast Airport, he was met with gazes.
Fortunately, this was the Beastmaster Association, with relevant staff constantly patrolling and managing, so no one would act out of line; upon seeing Lin Chuan walking quickly and hurriedly, looking like he had urgent business and didn't want to chat, they voluntarily backed off.
Lin Chuan, familiar with the layout, found the service room for exchanging important resources and items.
Yes, it wasn't the counters in the previous mission service areas, but a specialized cubicle.
After all, it was for the exchange of important resources and items, so confidentiality was necessary; it wasn't convenient to do it in public, better safe than sorry.
The staff member in the service room was an ordinary man around 30 years old, named Yan Feng, according to his work badge.
Upon seeing Lin Chuan, this year's city top student, Yan Feng's attitude immediately shifted from casual to serious and proactive, becoming very enthusiastic.
Although his attitude became proactive and enthusiastic, Yan Feng merely showed more smiles and made no other inappropriate gestures, such as asking for an autograph; he constantly maintained the professional conduct of a Beast Master Association clerical staff member.
"Good afternoon, Mr. Lin Chuan, Beast Master. How may I assist you? What resources would you like to exchange?"
Yan Feng asked in a formal manner.
Lin Chuan nodded slightly and stated his request to apply for a contract with a Book Spirit.
Understanding the situation, Yan Feng immediately proceeded with Lin Chuan's application registration and asked Lin Chuan some relevant questions.
"Mr. Lin Chuan, do you have any specific requirements for the Book Spirit you wish to contract?"
"Well, since Book Spirits are born with human intelligence and mingle in human society, their personalities will more or less have certain leanings, especially influenced by internet culture. Some Book Spirits might even have unusual hobbies."
Lin Chuan was momentarily stunned; he truly hadn't known about this situation.
Alright, thinking about it, it's normal. Let alone Book Spirits, even ordinary Spirit Beasts can have personality leanings. For example, Sakura likes the elegant young lady culture and is now striving to become an elegant and dignified young lady, while Guoguo is more lively and active, described by Sakura as a typical 'spiritual young sister'.
And it's very easy to understand why Book Spirits, who possess human intelligence from the start, would have distinct personality leanings.
"Hmm, no major requirements. In short, a 'normal' personality will suffice. Just not a problematic child."
Lin Chuan indicated that one troublesome child at home was enough for him; as for a Book Spirit, it needed to be well-behaved and normal.
"Then, it should be as studious and knowledgeable as possible. In terms of pure knowledge accumulation, it should at least be at the level of a university professor."
"Finally, it must have perseverance and be able to endure hardships!"
"Hmm, I will slightly cultivate the Book Spirit towards a battle pet direction, helping it master some skills, which will also assist me better."
With that, Lin Chuan finished stating his preferences.
Yan Feng said nothing; maintaining his excellent professional conduct, he didn't ask what he shouldn't ask, nor was he curious about what he shouldn't be, simply recording Lin Chuan's requests.
Soon, the staff member, according to Lin Chuan's requirements, drafted a Book Spirit contract application document and had Lin Chuan review it.
Lin Chuan read it twice and confirmed there were no issues.
"Then, Mr. Lin Chuan, please pay 2000 Beast Master Association points and 500 Star Rock Federation Contribution Points."
"These points and contribution values will be consumed upon successful contract."
"If the contract fails, and no Book Spirit meeting your conditions is willing to contract with you, then 90% of these points and contribution values will be refunded to you."
Yan Feng stated.
Lin Chuan nodded; he had already understood the situation and immediately handed over his Beast Master ID card.
Taking Lin Chuan's Beast Master ID card, Yan Feng immediately began the operation.
At the same time, Yan Feng suggested to Lin Chuan that he best prepare a recent photo of himself looking his most handsome.
Because Book Spirits are extreme visual creatures; if one isn't good-looking, unless they possess the aura of a Heavenly King, Book Spirits will not be willing to contract.
Lin Chuan suggested using the highlight reel from this year's Qinghe City secret realm assessment, which contained super handsome shots of him, better than any photo.
Yan Feng nodded, noted Lin Chuan's request, and assured him that specialized technical personnel would later help edit out the most handsome video footage.
Once everything was complete, Yan Feng helped Lin Chuan submit the application document.
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Star Dew Prefecture, Tianxing Great Library.
A delicate little person, about 13 centimeters tall, smaller than a palm, appeared on an ethereal floating cookbook.
Clearly, this was a Book Spirit.
It wore a simple grey and white long dress, with dark brown wavy medium-length hair tied with black ribbons on both sides, and a pair of large round glasses.
A natural aura of a cute, bookish young girl emanated from it.
At this moment, this cute, bookish young girl-style Book Spirit was holding a book larger than its entire body with both hands, struggling to float and fly, grunting as it shoved the book back onto its original bookshelf.
"Little Glutton, there's a new Beast Master applying to contract us again!"
On the other side, another Book Spirit, floating on a novel magazine, dressed in a white palace gown with a pure fairy-like aura, slightly larger in size, 16 centimeters tall, was looking at a super-mini customized computer for Book Spirits, at the 'recruitment' document appearing on the Beast Master Association's internal, Book Spirit-exclusive webpage.
The white palace gown Book Spirit was named Shulili, a name she gave herself, and in the Beast Master Association's numbering system, she was Book Spirit 5178.
Shulili seemed to have a playful and mischievous personality, enjoying teasing her companions, as she deliberately called out to the busy Book Spirit organizing the bookshelf.
"He's so handsome, a cheerful and sunny handsome guy, exactly your type! Want to come take a look!"
The little Book Spirit, called 'Little Glutton' but with a cute, bookish young girl style, tilted its head, its expression somewhat moved, its large round glasses slipping down, which it quickly adjusted, but it still didn't go over.
"Ugh, Senior Lili, wait, I'll look later, I need to finish organizing the bookshelf and today's work first."
The little Book Spirit replied weakly.
At the same time, it mused to itself.
Although it wanted to find a Beast Master, a handsome face alone wasn't enough to attract it.
The Beast Master it wanted had to possess the aura of a Heavenly King, someone who could take it to the stage of the National Competition and get it a close-up shot.
And best of all!
It wanted a Beast Master willing to invest resources in it and cultivate it as a battle pet.
It knew its bloodline aptitude was very poor, at the average level for Book Spirits, Soldier Grade Low-Tier.
Its normal combat power was even inferior to unawakened human children with Beast Master talent.
However, it had a desire to fight and output, unlike other Book Spirits who only wanted to be encyclopedias and logistical secretaries!!
Who said Book Spirits couldn't be main DPS!
"Oh! He's actually the city's top student! And he's already confirmed to be admitted to the Sixth Academy, Silver Mountain Academy!"
Book Spirit Lili continued to exclaim in that very exaggerated tone.
Immediately, the little Book Spirit's hands, holding the book, paused.
"What? He even requires the Book Spirit to have tenacious willpower, saying he wants to cultivate it towards battle pet training?"
"What the heck, doesn't he know that our Book Spirit race is all weaklings who can't even tie a chicken?"
"Is he trying to make us go on stage and get beaten up by other Spirit Beasts and lose face? How twisted."
Knowing the thoughts of this junior, who had only been born two years ago, Book Spirit Lili continued to grumble with feigned dissatisfaction.
"Forget it, let's reject him. I don't like him."
"You definitely don't like him either, do you? Then I'll help you reject him too."
Saying this, Shulili was about to operate.
Hearing this, the little Book Spirit immediately dropped the book it was holding.
Starting at super speed, it instantly floated to the computer, pushing Lili away from the mini-computer.
Looking at Lin Chuan's information on the computer screen, the image of a sunny, handsome big boy in the video close-up, and his various contract requirements for Book Spirits.
The little Book Spirit realized that it perfectly matched Lin Chuan's requirements.
At the same time, Lin Chuan also perfectly met its requirements.
Suddenly, it had an instinctive premonition—it had to be him!
The Beast Master it had been waiting for!
Slap!
Logging into its Book Spirit account, it heavily pressed the 'confirm contract' button.