Chapter 107: Post-Return Reflections and Probes

When Feng Qi woke up, it was already night.

He sat at his desk, preparing to summarize his experiences and gains from the dream realm exploration.

With a wave of his hand, the notebook on the desk automatically opened, and a pen placed nearby began writing under his control.

His telekinetic manipulation was still far from perfect, so the characters on the notebook were crooked and unsightly.

Despite this, Feng Qi didn't give up using telekinesis to record his notes.

This method allowed him to train his control over telekinesis while simultaneously jotting down information.

The first point of reflection: his improvement in strength.

In this dream realm exploration, Feng Qi gained two prefix abilities—Savage Strength and Malice.

Among them, Malice was a growth-oriented talent, making it the most significant harvest of this venture.

As his mental strength improved, he envisioned himself eventually mastering the ability to fly freely like the blood-red eye and using telekinesis for both defense and offense.

This was undoubtedly a versatile and powerful ability capable of attack, defense, and control.

Compared to the dream realm, using telekinesis in reality gave him a distinct sense of energy consumption.

It felt… akin to a certain liquid stored in his bladder, gradually depleting, with a clear perception of how much was left and whether it was nearing exhaustion.

The key difference was that as his mental energy drained, his head would grow increasingly heavy, a sensation unique to reality.

Unlike the dream realm, he could now gauge his mental energy levels accurately.

After completing his notes on strength improvements, Feng Qi moved on to cataloging his findings from the dream realm.

Although the exposure of his email limited the intelligence he could gather this time, the trip wasn't entirely fruitless.

Moments later, five distinct points were listed in his notebook:

Mu Qing's Trusted Werewolf Ally: Confirmed that Mu Qing had a trusted Dawn Army member who was a werewolf.

Note: This individual is most likely not Mu Yan, as he eventually succeeded Mu Qing and became the second leader of the Dawn Army, continuing her vision.

Xiaoxin's Unique Potential: Confirmed Xiaoxin's potential as a special talent. She grows stronger under pressure—worthy of close observation in the future.

Destiny Association's Historical Emergence: The Destiny Association still appeared in history, proving that the three kids didn't receive an adequate lesson. Thirteen days later, decisive action will be taken again.

Little Black's Classification: Known as "Black Mist" in the future, Little Black possesses near-immortality and was first traced back to Future City. It has been classified as a Zhuyin-Class Calamity (Level 4).

Kill Limitations: The slaughter milestone limitation applies only to derivative creatures in the dream realm (like zombies and death worms). For domain creatures with rune crystals, this restriction doesn't apply, and killing them directly grants bloodline evolution points.

When his notes were complete, Feng Qi waved his hand, closing the notebook.

Although telekinesis didn't require physical gestures, he felt something was missing if he didn't make a symbolic motion.

Would he really fight expressionless, standing like a statue?

The idea didn't sit well with him. Young people needed enthusiasm; heated battles were meant for passionate shouting.

If he wasn't embarrassed, it was his enemies who would feel awkward. A psychological advantage could sometimes disrupt the flow of battle.

After finishing the detailed record of his dream realm experience, Feng Qi noticed a pang of hunger.

Although no time had passed in reality—technically, he had just returned to his dormitory after dinner at the academy cafeteria—the physical enhancements from the dream realm left him with an intense craving for food.

Driven by his growling stomach, Feng Qi went to the fridge to scavenge for food.

The fridge, regularly restocked by academy staff every Sunday, was still packed. Feng Qi rarely snacked, so it was nearly full.

Though he wanted a hot meal, his hunger made cooking unappealing. He resolved to eat whatever he could find.

Opening the fridge, he grabbed a tub of chocolate hazelnut ice cream, two energy-boosting beef sticks, and three boxes of instant seafood noodles.

These wouldn't be enough to fill him, but they could temporarily ease his hunger.

Back at his desk, he turned on the automatic kettle before digging into the ice cream with a large spoon, savoring it directly from the tub.

This was just a stopgap measure.

Once the water boiled, he unwrapped the three boxes of noodles, added the seasoning packets, and poured the steaming water into each container.

Four minutes later, the aroma of instant noodles filled the room.

It took him less than a minute to devour all three bowls, leaving no trace of the broth behind.

The scalding water didn't bother him at all—it was within his tolerance.

Although still hungry, the pangs weren't as sharp as before.

With the room now saturated with the smell of noodles, Feng Qi frowned slightly, walked to the balcony, and opened the door.

The cool night breeze swept through the room, carrying away some of the lingering smell.

The rain had just passed, leaving the air crisp and refreshing. A pale crescent moon hung high amidst the drifting clouds.

Taking a deep breath of the cool air, Feng Qi felt his mood lighten.

Every time he returned from the dream realm, he found himself cherishing the beauty of reality.

After briefly admiring the night, he returned to his room.

Still feeling famished, he unwrapped the beef sticks and devoured them, then grabbed a box of milk and some fruit from the fridge to continue eating.

During his time at Star City Academy, the living conditions had always been his favorite aspect.

The academy ensured that students had no concerns about their daily lives, allowing them to focus entirely on their studies.

The academy's dining options were particularly impressive. Employing a top-tier chef team, the menu rotated weekly with dishes from different cuisines, ensuring students could enjoy a variety of meals at the cafeteria.

When it came to training facilities, Star City Academy went above and beyond. Aside from the expansive sports fields, the academy's Body Refinement Hall boasted the most advanced fitness and testing equipment in the world.

The equipment was regularly updated and maintained to ensure that body refinement enthusiasts could conduct their training without interruption.

In terms of academics, the academy didn't fall behind either. In addition to a massive teaching staff, its library, sprawling across three hectares, housed a comprehensive collection of cultivation books from various fields. Whenever new research was released by cultivation institutes, the library promptly added it to its collection.

The academy excelled in every aspect, offering a superior standard of living. All of it was aimed at fostering an optimal learning environment for its students.

However, the academy didn't completely shield its students from pressure.

Regular assessments and physical evaluations were mandatory and served as challenges students couldn't avoid.

Those hoping to slack off, as they might have in pre-catastrophe schools, would find it utterly impossible at Star City Academy.

After eating for a while, Feng Qi's hunger finally subsided. Although he wasn't fully satisfied, it was no longer as unbearable as before.

He stood up from the sofa and returned to his desk, where he logged into Star City Academy's official website.

The academy's forum served as a place for students and teachers to interact freely.

Students could voice their opinions and even propose constructive suggestions.

For example, if a student was dissatisfied with certain facilities, they could submit feedback directly to the academy's management. As long as the request wasn't excessive, it was usually approved and handed over to external teams for resolution.

Teachers also frequently visited the forum to answer students' questions or assist with issues in their daily lives.

The atmosphere of academic discussion on the forum was vibrant and inspiring.

Opening the forum, Feng Qi browsed through the daily headlines. The posts included fresh gossip and lively debates about various academic topics.

One particular thread caught his attention:

[Today's Big Scoop: An Instructor Got Beaten Up by a Student? Lü Yue Is Crazy Strong!]

Author: Star City Academy's Little Tyrant

Content:

"So here's what happened: The special training was nearing its end, and the instructor team decided to organize a fun challenge. Students could choose to spar with an instructor, and if they won, they'd receive a rare spirit stone as a reward.

The event was designed to humble the freshmen, making them aware of their shortcomings.

But everyone started egging on Lü Yue to join. At first, he wasn't interested, but with so much peer pressure, he finally agreed. He chose Teacher Xue from the 21st batch of Combat Studies Class 2 as his opponent.

And the result? Utter humiliation for Teacher Xue.

The poor guy got thoroughly trounced—pinned to the ground and pummeled.

This Lü Yue guy is just too strong. I've attached a video for proof. See for yourself."

(Attached: Video)

Curious, Feng Qi clicked on the video.

It began with Lü Yue facing off against the instructor in a sparring match.

As expected, Lü Yue didn't draw his sword. Feng Qi understood why—Lü Yue had once said his sword would never be unsheathed against his fellow humans.

Yet even without drawing his blade, Lü Yue's combat prowess was terrifying.

He moved like a razor-sharp sword, his strikes precise and unstoppable. His fingers extended like the edge of a blade, channeling sword energy with each motion.

The instructor seemed overwhelmed, unable to unleash his full potential. His clothes were torn in several places by Lü Yue's sword aura before he finally admitted defeat.

That day, Lü Yue earned legendary status at Star City Academy, becoming the hottest topic on the forum.

After watching the video, Feng Qi wasn't particularly surprised.

History had already provided the most accurate assessment of Lü Yue's strength.

While Lü Yue might not rival Mu Qing—the Historic God of War—he undoubtedly stood among the elite warriors of this era.

After scrolling through a few more posts, Feng Qi closed the forum and opened his messaging app.

Tomorrow marked the start of the Tiger Soul Concept Competition. He wanted to see how the students of Cultivation Techniques Class 1 were preparing.

Opening the class group chat, he saw that many students were still discussing topics related to planting deities within the body.

Their enthusiasm for the competition was palpable.

Some students weren't just texting—they'd opened voice channels to review content Feng Qi had taught during lectures, helping their peers strengthen their understanding.

Watching this scene brought a smile to Feng Qi's face.

Eight million credits felt as good as in his pocket already.

Closing the group chat, Feng Qi suddenly remembered something. Turning to the empty room, he called out:

"Hey, Narrator! You there? Say something!"

Silence.

"I know you're here. Stop pretending and answer me!"

Feng Qi suspected that the Narrator was playing dead to shirk its responsibilities while secretly observing him.

After all, if he could bring abilities back from the dream realm, it stood to reason that the Narrator could also exist in reality.

But if the Narrator was determined not to respond, Feng Qi had no way of forcing it out.

Calling out a few more times yielded no response, so Feng Qi had a sudden idea and said:

"Narrator, I'm your dad!"

[How dare you, you ungrateful brat!]