ch.4 not so bad

" circle your energy around your body, if you're still having trouble then image a river flowing around your body," the teacher told the class

mike wasn't having any trouble, but the same couldn't be said for everyone else in the classroom. flowing his energy was only easy because the system had given him something called a talent boost. he did this unknown to mike but mike didn't mind.

" This is the easiest way to increase your spiritual energy, but it increases slowly along with barely being affected by spiritual density" the teacher spoke

within ten minutes of this exercise, mike had managed to get his spiritual energy moving automatically although he had no clue of this.

the exercise was finished after an hour, with mike, John, and some random girl being the only ones not covered in sweat.

"well-done everyone. we will be taking an hour-long break before y'all continue. everyone is free to roam the campus until the hour is over." the teacher told everyone

kids sharply ran toward the door with mike deciding to stay back to practice moving his spiritual in a disorderly way.

this proved to be much more difficult than flowing energy. within thirty minutes mike was able to have his spiritual energy flow in one direction then turn and flow the other way immediately. only then did mike rest.

[ hey system?] mike began [ his do I increase my level and other stats other than spiritual.]

[ it's quite easy. to upgrade your strength you have to undergo exercise, durability comes with armor and getting hit repetitively, intelligence can come from reading, battle tactics, or the use of informant absorber. but all of these are increased by leveling up. ] the system explained

[ as for health and vitality, those can only be upgraded by leveling up, using permanent increase potions, and the use of the stat points] the system finished

[ one more question. how do I use my spiritual energy in a fight] mike asked

[ you need spiritual energy to use skills.]

" so that's where you've been"

mike turned to see John, the teacher, and another girl from class.

" Mr. Sheldon wanted to speak with us." the girl said

mike walked up to the group and entered the conversation.

" so what's going on Mr. teach," John said

"well, let's get to the point. I would like you three to join one of my programs." Mr. Sheldon said

" special program? what exactly is this" the girl asked

" yeah, and why us?" mike added

" I was watching the class while you all were circulating your energy and you all were the only ones to do so without trouble," Sheldon said.

" why is that such a big deal," John asked

" it's not, but for c class students and on your first try. it shows me you have promise," Sheldon explained

" so what will this special program have in it for us," Mike asked

" well, if I get approval from the principal I plan on completing your lesson on the piercing punch by this Friday and having a dungeon trip on Monday of next week."

John elbowed mike. " I told you it was based on performance" he bragged

" It won't be just you three, but all of the talented c-ranked kids will be allowed to join." Sheldon continued

" and I do have to warn you, there will be a lot of at-home practice," Sheldon said

they all pondered this but mike was the fastest with his answer

" I'm in, can't wait to excel in that class as well" mike taunted " I bet these two won't be able to keep up"

" oh you want a competition, well it's on buddy," John said jokingly.

" I still don't know, if it has a lot of at-home requirements I won't be able to do it" the girl spoke up

" why not Ashley," John asked

" I have work after school," ashlan said quietly

" well that sucks, anyway boys, I'll talk to the principal about this. I'll be back right before the hour is over." Sheldon said excitedly while pushing Ashley out the way

once the teacher was out of sight, John mocked him for getting all giddy over this.

" well if we later become famous then he can credit himself for being one of our teachers. bringing him fame as well" mike said

" yeah but that doesn't excuse how he pushed Ashley" John retorted

" no, it doesn't but I'm still taking him up on his offer" mine replied

" and when he's no use to us we will cut him out of our life," John said coldly

"thank y'all for your concern but y'all don't have to do that. trust me I used to it" Ashley affirmed

" that's the thing, you shouldn't have to be used to it. you shouldn't have to work after school, you should be treated like everyone else" mike said

there was tapping coming from the end of the hallway so they stopped their conversation. looking at who it was, they were surprised to see the principal walking with the teacher.

" so are you three the ones he told me about?" the principal spoke up

" yes, ma'am these are the three exceptional c-ranked students I spoke of" Sheldon confirmed

" well, I'll have to see what they can do with their energy circulation before I authorize the early teaching of piercing punch," the principal said

the lady walked up to john, place a hand on his head, and told him to circulate his energy. she stood there for a few seconds before nodding and confirming that he could join. next, she checked with Ashley and confirmed she could join.

" But ma'am I can't join because of work!" Ashley talked fast.

" oh, so you must be Ashley Valdez." the principal anointed " well if you join the club and keep your grades above C's then I think we have a grant worked out. " the principal said with a smile.

" no, I can't possibly. my parents would kill me." Ashley replied

" then why don't I call up your parent and talk to them." the principal smiled.

" for now just join the club"

after her interaction with Ashley, she walked over to mike. placing her hand on Mike's head.

"oh my! quickly learned I see." the principal said in a slightly shocked "you can join"

" wait, what happened," Sheldon asked

" well you taught him well I see. he already has his energy automatically circulating."

mike was confused until he focused on his energy and saw he didn't have to try to circulate it, it was doing it on its own. looking up he saw John's face resembled jealously, Ashley's was covered in awe, but the teacher was lit like gold.

" See, what didn't tell you, Mis. Elena" the teacher began " I'm better than a c class teacher, you should promote me to a b class teacher."

" don't make me remind you that b class teachers are capable of having all their children auto circulating their energy. and by the end of the week have them all ready for b class dungeon"

" I want you to teach these three today, tomorrow ill have the other teachers pull out their children who are exceeding. you will teach those children as well." the principal demanded

" ma'am what about my other students" Sheldon objected

" Just give them one hour of circulation practice and dismiss them for today. tomorrow we will fill in the absent exceeding students with your class. is that all clear?" the principal said looking for confirmation

" yes ma'am," Sheldon said

the principal left and Sheldon looked at the kids expectedly. " now shall we get started"

" But sir, you still have to excuse your other student" Ashley pointed out

Sheldon sighed, walked over to his desk, and got a pen, a sheet of paper, and a marker. he proceeded to write down the words dismissed, 1Hour circulation. and stuck the paper on the outside of the door with tape.

" now let's get started. I hope you all have great energy regeneration because I'm going to work me famous" Sheldon said

mike leaned over to whisper to John " I told you he's a scumbag"