Chapter 189: Attention New Students!

After Cai Yue'er left, Shen Yi took over the class. She stepped to the podium, her face stern as she spoke in a low, serious voice, "On behalf of Shrek Academy, I welcome all of you."

"Now, what I'm about to say, you need to listen carefully and take notes. These are important points for new students that will affect your future learning, daily life, and even your eventual graduation."

"I'll only say this once. I won't repeat myself."

"Now, pay attention!"

Shen Yi's sharp gaze swept across the students below, and under her stern look, they instinctively straightened up.

"First, from now on, you are students of Shrek Academy. Whatever you do outside the academy, as long as you are here, you represent Shrek Academy. If you do something inappropriate, the academy will punish you accordingly! Note, this punishment has nothing to do with the Federation."

Shen Yi's tone was calm, but there was an undercurrent of authority and menace.

The first point she made was essentially that the academy's rules override the laws of the Federation. Any wrongdoings committed by Shrek Academy's students would be judged by the academy itself, not the Federation.

Jing Shaoyu couldn't help but sneer inwardly. No wonder all the non-Shrek faction higher-ups in the Federation despised Shrek Academy so much. As long as Shrek Academy existed, it would be impossible for the Federation to consolidate its power. This was a perfect example of how Shrek Academy's influence continually spread beyond its own borders.

"Second, upon enrollment, each of you will receive a student card. This card serves as both your identification and your contribution point storage card."

"You must be curious about what contribution points are and what they're used for."

"Simply put, contribution points are a special type of currency that can only be used within the academy. Within the academy, contribution points can be used for anything—from exchanging training resources to gaining access to special teaching equipment. These are the basic uses of contribution points."

"They can also be exchanged for exclusive guidance from specific teachers, the right to apply for soul spirits, and the use of the Spirit Ascension Platform. To put it bluntly, within Shrek Academy, contribution points are all-powerful. As long as it's within the academy's rules, you can exchange contribution points for anything you want."

Upon hearing Shen Yi's explanation of contribution points, the new students were filled with shock and curiosity. Meanwhile, Wu Changkong, standing slightly aside, couldn't help but sneer with disdain.

Jing Shaoyu, however, was deep in thought. He suspected that the people who created the contribution point system in Shrek had something less-than-pure in mind.

First, they were independent from the Federation's legal system with their academy's rules. Then came the contribution point system, which functioned as a kind of currency. Both of these were clear challenges and dismissals of a legitimate government's authority.

"Now, how do you obtain contribution points? First, know this: contribution points cannot be purchased with Federation currency. You must earn them by completing tasks assigned by the academy."

"Academy tasks come in many forms—simple labor, metal forging, mecha design, mecha manufacturing, mecha repair, and more. You just need to complete any task, and you will be rewarded with contribution points based on its value. But be aware that most tasks have penalties for failure. If you fail a task, you'll lose credibility points. All students start with one hundred credibility points. If your credibility points drop below negative one thousand, you will be expelled from the academy. So, take on tasks that are within your ability. Don't be greedy for tasks with more contribution points, because the more points they offer, the more you will lose if you fail."

"Students can also trade contribution points with each other, which can be used for Federation currency or training resources. However, any private transactions between students are not protected by the academy, so be cautious. In the past, older students have tricked new students into losing contribution points. If you choose to trade on the academy's public platform or post a task, the academy will protect you, but there will be a 15% commission fee."

"How you use your contribution points is your own business. The academy won't interfere. As long as Shrek Academy exists, your contribution points will remain valid. If you're expelled, you can still use up your contribution points before leaving the academy."

"Also, anything purchased with Federation currency outside Shrek City cannot be brought into the academy. If you do, you will face a tenfold penalty in contribution points."

"Lastly, let me remind you: the cost of living in Shrek City is high. Unless you're from a wealthy family, I advise you not to try living beyond your means."

The students below began to whisper among themselves, but before the chatter could get out of hand, Wu Changkong let out a cold snort, and a sudden chill spread through the room. Instantly, the excited whispers stopped, as though the students' throats had been gripped.

"Third, the academy's teaching system. The academy only holds classes in the morning. The afternoons and evenings are free for you to spend as you wish."

"During your free time, you can do tasks, cultivate, relax, or even leave the academy, as long as it doesn't interfere with your morning classes."

"Morning classes are strict. Unless there's a special reason approved by the homeroom teacher, no one is allowed to be late. If you are late, it will be treated as an absence. If you miss more than three classes, you will be expelled."

"Fourth, the academy uses an elimination system. The bottom five in the annual minor exam will not be allowed to retake the exam and will be directly expelled."

"I don't know who will be the five, but I can guarantee that at least some of you will be among them! If you want to spend your time here comfortably and lazily, that's fine, but I can assure you that you'll only have one year of enjoyment at most."

Shen Yi's two points hit the students hard, leaving them unable to digest the information right away. They could only hear two words in her speech: "Eat people!"

Wasn't this just a more subtle form of raising a pet to be consumed later? Jing Shaoyu silently scoffed.

"Finally, the courses you will be taking. Later, you will receive a list telling you which elective courses will be available, and which teaching resources you can use. Electives are free for regular students, but for work-study students, all electives require contribution points. All teaching resources also require contribution points."

"These are the key points you need to understand and remember. Today is the first day of school, so we'll stop here. From now on, you should get familiar with the academy as quickly as possible and consider taking on contribution point tasks," Shen Yi concluded.

After hearing Shen Yi explain the academy's rules, the new students felt the heavy weight on their shoulders. It seemed that getting into Shrek Academy wasn't the end of their journey; it was just the beginning of an even tougher life.

Sigh, so the road to becoming a soul master is indeed a difficult one.

Jing Shaoyu, Gu Yue, and Xu Xiaoyan exchanged looks, each seeing calm and indifference in the others' eyes. Although Shrek Academy's rules were harsh, they didn't bother the three of them, especially not since they were such talents.

Their small exchange didn't escape Wu Sido's notice. The cold beauty's eyes briefly flickered with confusion, as if she was recalling something.

"Alright, let's begin today's lesson," Shen Yi said without giving the new students time to digest the information.

The students were somewhat stunned but couldn't stop Shen Yi from continuing.

"Today's first lesson will be about the definition of a Battle Armor Master and how to become one!" Shen Yi's voice was light, but to the students, it sounded like a clap of thunder. All complaints and rebellious thoughts vanished, and every student sat up straight, eyes fixed on Shen Yi.

Battle Armor Master—the reason they had come to Shrek Academy in the first place, their goal and dream, was finally here. How exciting!