Imperial Spirits - Otherworldly Adventures

"Hiss~"

Jiang Wang and Lin Fan, who were paying attention to Dr. Lin's explanation, took a deep breath and looked at Zhao Jian as if looking at a monster.

They were not shocked by his talent index but rather his cultivation realm.

That's the intermediate stage of Black Iron Rank Spirit Warrior! Even as per their talent, it would require them a month or two to achieve, let alone the person whose awakening index is lower than theirs.

Both have a similar question in their mind, 'How did he do that!'

On the other hand, Zhao Jian took a deep breath and exhaled as if a burden fell from his shoulder.

He was worried that they might have detected something amiss.

Yet, it seems that although they were able to identify his talent index and vital status, they were unable to examine the internal process that he went through.

After thinking about it for a moment, Zhao Jian concluded that they don't have the high-end tech to detect at the source level.

For sure, it's not a genuine research lab; rather, this place is only made to identify and complete the awakening trial process for the younger generation.

"Don't worry, lad, I know that you are worried about your talent but let me tell you that although talent is important but, your hard work and conviction matter the most." Dr. Lin patted his shoulder and said as he saw Zhao Jian sighing.

For a moment, Zhao Jian was stunned, but the very next second he nodded his head and said in acknowledgment, "I understand, senior; thanks for cheering me up."

"Hmm, no worries. By the way, by chance, did you awaken any supernatural ability?" Dr. Lin nodded in satisfaction and asked curiously as his gaze swept Zhao Jian's healthy physique.

Generally, whenever someone awakens a supernatural ability, in order to awaken, it would need a lot of energy, and as a person absorbs energy via these special rooms, their system can monitor the changes and provide them with the basic update that someone or that specific person has awakened a supernatural ability. Yet in Zhao Jian's case, it didn't happen, but his strength increased exponentially.

It indeed caused Dr. Lin and others to be curious. As a doctor who is majoring in human evolution and growth, it piqued his interest.

"Oh, Senior, you mean this; actually, it's like this..." Zhao Jian showed an enlightened expression and slightly explained all the details again as what he shared with Headmaster Wang and others.

"No wonder! If, as per what you have said, it's indeed explainable for the sudden increase in your strength, moreover, the system didn't detect that you have awakened any supernatural ability because you have awakened a type of physical ability, something which helps you digest the residues of energy or nutrients within your body." Dr. Lin nodded his head in exclamation while he confirmed the reason for the sudden change in his physique.

"Thank you, senior, for elaborating on it for me. I was actually worried about such a sudden change in my body." Zhao Jian expressed his gratitude to Dr. Lin as he slightly lowered his head in respect.

"It's not a big deal; rather, it's something good for you. I have to say that your innate talent index is not good, but with your awakened supernatural ability, you should be able to accelerate your growth as a Spirit Warrior and become a strong powerhouse one day." Dr. Lin found Zhao Jian pleasing to the eyes and explained a bit more.

Actually, he is a person with few words, yet if he finds someone has good character and a noble spirit, he would treat them with care and respect.

"Okay, Dr. Lin, let's go to the monitoring room already, there are still a few students left in the first batch, we should proceed with caution. I don't want to see any student getting hurt."

Headmaster Wang glanced at the young, slippery sprout and walked away, while Dr. Lin nodded and left without further words.

As a doctor, he would need to be present in the monitoring room.

There are still few students; if any accident happened, he won't be able to get away from responsibility.

"Brother Jiang, Brother Zhao, should we also go to the glass room there?" Lin Fan pointed towards one of the glass rooms where most of the students were sitting and talking to each other.

"Uh, hmmm… Brother Lin, let's go." Zhao Jian, who was trying to keep his cool the whole time, responded politely and walked towards the glass room.

On the other hand, Jiang Wang took a deep breath, stared at Zhao Jian's back, and said a few words the next moment: "Zhao Jian! Although you are strong now, and no wonder you didn't accept my challenge earlier considering your current strength… Don't you dare look down! In the upcoming grand competition, I'll defeat you fairly!"

Zhao Jian, who was walking in front, suddenly stopped for a moment but didn't say anything at last and walked away.

Lin Fan, who was actually still standing next to Jiang Wang, suddenly felt awkward...

He's more or less afraid of getting involved in their matters; one is the only son of the Great Elder of the Zhao Family, while the other is the son of the Third Master of the Jiang Family.

Lin Fan has a good background, but in front of these two, it's not worth mentioning.

Thus, although he's trying to show goodwill to both, he doesn't want to get on the bad side of any of them unknowingly.

Jiang Wang, on the other hand, felt as if he was slapped by his own words; he thought Zhao Jian would at least reply back to him, yet he was ignored, which made him even more determined to defeat him once and for all.

"Humph!" Giving a soft shout, Jiang Wang also left the scene towards the waiting room. Lin Fan, who was left alone, also followed the steps.

Zhao Jian swept his eyes around the students as he entered the room.

Finding that the person he's looking for is not here yet, he feels a bit lost yet happy at the same time.

'If she's not here, I mean, she is still undergoing her awakening trial; well, even brother Lei is not here yet... As expected of their brother and sister.'

While he was standing next to the door, thinking, everyone inside the room was staring at him; even a few girls' eyes softened as they saw his handsome profile at a near distance.

Indeed, his change shocked most of them; even the current Zhao Jian gives a completely different vibe from before when he was a sick boy standing behind a young girl every time.

"Brother Zhao! Come sit here!" Ding Wei raised his voice as he waved his hands towards Zhao Jian, who had just entered the room and was standing near the door in a daze.

"Uhn! It's brother Ding..." Zhao Jian came to his senses and muttered in a low voice as he heard the vigorous voice of Ding Wei. Giving it a slight thought, he moved towards him.

After all, he knew Ding Wei more or less, even though he owed him a few favors.

Zhao Jian remembers that when he was a student of class A2, he was occasionally bullied by Jie Peng and others.

At that time, Ding Wei, who was always on the bad side of Jie Peng, would help him and save him many times from getting bullied by them.

Although he and Ding Wei aren't very good friends, he has a very good impression of him.

Since Han Bing'er and Han Lei are not here yet, it's best to get along with Ding Wei and others.

Sitting on the chair next to Ding Wei was Li Shao. While the chairs next to him were empty.

"It's been a while, Brother Li Shao and Brother Ding Wei." Zhao Jian sat on the chair next to Li Shao and moved his hands to shake hands with Li Shao and Ding Wei, respectively, and greeted them in a polite tone.

Although Zhao Jian didn't have much interaction with Li Shao, he still knew him because he was a good friend of Han Lei.

"Hey, brother Zhao, don't be so stiff; just call me Ding Wei directly. After all, we are of similar age. This time you have been shocked in four directions; let me say this: just before seeing you, I was shocked beyond words..." Ding Wei chuckled and said as he shook hands with Zhao Jian.

"Thanks, Brother Wei, for the compliment. Actually, I was indeed stunned myself; anyways, I'm happy that my illness is gone for good..." Zhao Jian replied as a light smile hung on his face.

Just as he finished his sentence, the door pushed open, and Jiang Wang, together with Lin Fan, entered the room once more.

Ding Wei looked at Jiang Wang and Lin Fan, who had just come and nodded slightly toward them.

Jiang Wang hesitated for a moment; in the end, he nodded his head in response as a goodwill gesture and sat on an empty chair. While Lin Fan also gave Ding Wei a light smirk and sat down beside him.

Lin Fan and Ding Wei are of the same class and are good buddies. Seeing his inexpensive smile, Ding Wei knew something was going on.

Although he is curious, he decides to ask him later, let alone Lin Fan's nature. He's sure that he won't feel well before telling him the whole story.