CHAPTER 254: CHAPTER 254: THIRST FOR KNOWLEDGE

Among the students who challenged Yang Bin, Ji You was the only one who came back without a scratch, and as soon as she sat down amongst the students, she drew sideways glances from everyone. They couldn’t help but have a question arise in their hearts: Being so relaxed on the surface, was she really unharmed?

On this issue, Yue Qiyuan glanced at Ji You and took the initiative to say, "Number 4444, are you really okay? Shouldn’t you go get your head checked and repaired?"

Just now, Yang Bin’s spiritual power had erupted suddenly. Students who were sensitive to mental power all felt it, not to mention exceptional individuals like Yue Qiyuan and Shen Changqing with S-level mental power. They felt it even more acutely, so Yue Qiyuan thought that he couldn’t guarantee his own Spiritual World would be undamaged after experiencing such intense mental deterrence, let alone Ji You’s.

But Ji You?

She didn’t even change her expression; as soon as she sat down, she began to shoot the breeze with everyone.

Really—

Fantastical.

Hearing this, Ji You rolled her eyes and said, "Are you questioning my sanity? Little Yuanyuan, I was fighting for everyone’s glory at the frontline, and yet you’re making up stories about me back here. You really shouldn’t be doing that."

Yue Qiyuan: "..."

Depressed.

Also—

Since when did he become Little Yuanyuan?

Why does this nickname sound so awkward?

Yue Qiyuan hung his head and fell silent.

Over here, Shen Changqing, from a place of concern and unusually speaking up, said, "Ayuan is right; I also think you should get your head examined. Pay special attention to the Spiritual World to see if there’s any damage. This issue cannot be overlooked. If there is damage and it isn’t treated promptly, it could cause irreversible harm in the future."

Chu Jiaojiao timidly came over and said, "Yeah, yeah! Ji You, you were really cool! So handsome! But you must go check your head! I may keep liking your face forever, but I don’t want to see your brain having problems."

Ji You: "..."

Ji You cursed, "Damn face-chaser, go away!"

Chu Jiaojiao giggled, "Please! You really must get your head checked."

With all the buddies talking like this, Ji You almost started to believe something was wrong with her brain. Just then, she felt a gaze fixed on her. Turning her head, she saw Xuzhou glancing at her, hesitant to speak.

Ji You, with a black face, said, "Little Zhouzhou, what are you implying?"

Xuzhou looked at her, pursed his lips, and said, "I actually think there’s nothing wrong with your head."

If there were a problem, could she still be like this?

Didn’t you see earlier, Shen Changqing, Yue Qiyuan, and those other users of Spiritual Attack coming back with faces as white as if they slapped on several layers of white powder, devoid of all color...

What about Ji You?

Not to mention pallor, she could still argue with a straight face.

Does this look like there’s a problem?

As Xuzhou privately scoffed to himself, Ji You, upon hearing him, was overjoyed, laughed heartily, and jumped up, patting Xuzhou’s shoulder, and said, "Hahaha... Little Zhouzhou is the clear-headed one! Thanks for your trust in me! I will work twice as hard! To be a good role model for you!"

Xuzhou: "..."

Is it too late to make it clear that there’s no association between us now?

Xuzhou awkwardly turned his face away.

...

After the challenge ended, although the students were soundly defeated, it also made everyone acutely aware of their own strength and what level they were currently at. Suddenly, the attitude and behavior of all the students became humble and low-key, especially towards the veteran soldiers, which could be called the epitome of humility.

Yue Qiguang was the first one to jump out and ask for advice from Senior Yang Bin.

Yang Bin gladly provided explanations.

Next up was Yue Qiyuan.

Then came Shen Changqing, Chu Jiaojiao, Lou, Lance... even Xuzhou couldn’t help but step forward to consult about studies and training.

Senior Yang Bin was suddenly swarmed by the crowd.

Besides Senior Yang Bin, other veterans were also being surrounded by students with various questions. Not relying on their strength or seniority to belittle these youngsters, whenever a student approached with a question, the veterans would share their understanding and experience.

The atmosphere was warm and harmonious for a moment.

What about Ji You?

Ji You had a long list of questions prepared, planning to seek guidance from Senior Yang Bin after having the delicious feast, but she had never expected that these students could resist the temptation and humbly sought knowledge instead.

Ji You: "..."

By the time Ji You had swallowed a piece of meat and put down her chopsticks, she had already missed her opportunity. With her short legs and small stature, Ji You had no advantage among the crowd of tall, long-legged students and couldn’t squeeze through to Senior Yang Bin surrounded by them.

But she had so many questions to ask Senior Yang Bin alone!

Ji You stood behind the crowd, trying to jump up.

Jump again.

And kept jumping...

But after several attempts, she couldn’t even make out the head of Senior Yang Bin.

Out of frustration and about to give up, suddenly, a gentle and pleasant voice came from beside her: "Need some help?"

Ji You was startled and turned around.

To her surprise, standing in front of her was a man nearly two meters tall, with a slim and well-proportioned figure, fair skin, and refined features, seemingly not yet thirty.

Ji You widened her eyes, looking puzzled.

The man smiled: "I can let you stand on my shoulders so Captain Yang will definitely notice you first."

Ji You: "..."

Sure enough, this handsome young man was here to make fun of her.

The man: "I’m serious."

Ji You couldn’t help but glance at his ID and nameplate, realizing that this man was actually the deputy captain of the elite squad stationed at Taoyuan Space Station, named Lu Zhen! Ji You’s eyes brightened immediately: "Captain Lu! May I ask you some questions?"

Lu Zhen was taken aback but then smiled: "Of course."

Ji You immediately rattled off countless questions, her mouth spewing them out like a laser cannon, so fast it was incredible. Lu Zhen had to quickly interrupt, saying, "Slow down, one at a time."

Ji You felt a bit embarrassed and said, "I was just worried about running out of time, that’s why I asked them all at once."

The elite squads stationed here are not always at Taoyuan Space Station. If there’s an issue at the front line, they’d be dispatched for support at any moment, or if there’s any disturbance outside the station, these elites would need to deal with it.

So, time is indeed precious.

Lu Zhen was very patient and kind, smiling, he said, "No rush, just choose a few questions that you are most eager to ask."

Ji You hurriedly asked, "Captain Lu, I want to know how you manage to temporarily block the Spiritual World?"

That’s right.

Block.

Ji You suspected they had temporarily sealed off the Spiritual World.