Chapter 65 Making Ice from Boiled Water (3)
Seeing her reserved and unyielding expression, Shu Ningmiao nodded and sat back down in her seat.
Eric felt a tightness in his chest, not understanding what Shu Ningmiao meant by suddenly coming to say hello. He covered his face with his open textbook, his eyelashes fluttering, and stood back down, feeling sullen.
She threw the tracker at Erici and replaced the ability stolen by [Jealousy] with Rennagi's [Neural Connection].
I verified it with the terminal, and it was indeed able to clearly track Eric's location.
If this Sister Liang is Eric's guide, Eric might go back to her later.
If the goal is to track Prometheus, it would seem more effective to place the tracker on Su Ni—but that's not actually the case.
According to Shu Ningmiao's observation, the clothes that Ai Riji usually wears when going out are nothing more than the two uniforms issued by Kornunos, which he washes and changes into.
By placing the tracker on Erice, she only needed to determine what Erice would wear the day before her day off.
Some people live a luxurious life, wearing different clothes every day, which greatly reduces their chances of success.
The end of the semester was approaching shortly after her second demonstration of her supernatural abilities. She needed to resolve the Prometheus problem before then and focus on preparing for the upcoming exams.
Judging from Rennagi's description, it's clear that Achini is very strong.
He was able to escape unscathed from the wielder, possessed mysterious supernatural abilities, easily controlled Prometheus, and could even create supernatural artifacts—it was simply beyond human capabilities.
But there's always a solution to every problem.
Let's start with Liang Siyan. As Prometheus's second-in-command, Shu Ningmiao knows that her special ability is "fog control." This support-oriented ability is obviously easier to deal with than Achini. It would be even better if we could get some information out of her.
Besides, her training couldn't be relaxed either. Compared to the average first-year student, her physical abilities far surpassed others. However, witnessing Shu Changyan's swift methods in dealing with his opponent, she gradually realized that, let alone compared to the wielders—
I've heard that outstanding senior ability users are qualified to directly enter the military region as private officers, or even become reserve officers for the ability users.
The last time I fought those two retired privates with superpowers, I already had a hard time.
She wasn't even confident she could win against older students with superpowers.
Although the surroundings were safe for the time being, she had to keep moving forward.
The game was still on her terminal; danger wouldn't wait for her to be ready before it struck.
Whether it's the police department's guarantee or her brother's protection, her life ultimately belongs to herself, and only she can truly protect herself.
No progress is equivalent to going backwards.
Previously, Yelü Qi would occasionally give her guidance, though it was only a few words, but it was enough for her to adjust her direction and state.
After Yelü Qi was suspended from his post, the substitute physical education teacher was not serious about the class.
She needs to start considering other training methods; she can't just keep training on the field by herself.
Weston was always the teacher who ended get out of class on time, never going overtime, and leaving even faster than the students.
As soon as the bell rang, Shu Ningmiao got up, intending to go to the library to find the clue "Crow" given to her by the game system.
She searched all the items around her and checked the terminal thoroughly, but couldn't find anything that might be related. She could only try her luck and see what she could find.
The library of Cornuños is the second richest in the Pietères collection; the first is said to be located within the National Research Centre and is not open to the public.
Before she could even step outside, Chris suddenly pressed down on her shoulder.
Chris, with a serious expression, pulled her along and, together with Lin Chuxu, pushed her to the common room: "Why can't we find you after class lately? You don't chat with us anymore."
Before entering String Light Academy, Shu Ningmiao had plenty of time to waste in social salons. Now, however, she is overwhelmed with many things and mysteries are piling up on her head. She wishes she could be divided into three people.
She should not be too hasty in anything; anxiety will only impair her judgment.
Dragged into the lounge without explanation, Shu Ningmiao simply sat down as they suggested.
No matter how anxious she was, she couldn't quickly decipher the clues in the archive just by looking at the word "crow".
The lounge was pleasantly warm, with a soft blanket on the floor. Several other students, reclining in armchairs, held cups of black tea and greeted Chris.
Chris's popularity is undeniable; she knows one out of every two students who pass by on the street.
She is an optimistic person by nature. Her family is in business, and she knows how to speak in a pleasing but not excessive way. Her positive and enthusiastic attitude is very infectious, and she makes many friends and can get along with anyone.
When they don't have classes, many students chat and drink tea in the common room, but Eric and Shu Ningmiao are not among them.
The students chatting inside all had their own little circles, and Erice couldn't fit in or feel comfortable.
Shu Ningmiao simply felt that the place was too warm and soft, making her prone to drowsiness.
The people around them were just chatting. They were from wealthy families and had awakened their superpowers. They lived a relaxed and elegant life. Once the shadow of the previous attack was over, they had already put Prometheus behind them. Now they were mostly talking about gossip.
Speaking of gossip, the latest gossip in Class A is none other than Erice. People who are different from others are often called oddballs and receive more attention than others.
Linlu was also a remarkable person during her preparatory year. She came from a good family and had good grades. Because she was often ranked second, she had some disagreements with Shu Ningmiao.
Few people witnessed Eric and Linlu's argument, but as the story spread, almost everyone knew about it.
Although the students in Class A wouldn't actively bully her, they were somewhat watching her make a fool of herself.
"Speaking of which, I just remembered that Erice seems to disappear as soon as get out of class is over lately." Chris blinked, because Erice always stayed in her little corner, and her recent disappearances were particularly noticeable.
"Maybe she went on a date." Another girl covered her mouth and chuckled. Knowing that Shu Ningmiao didn't like Su Ni, they spoke cryptically and quickly changed the subject to discuss the newly opened art boutique in the Belia Gallery.
Shu Ningmiao leaned back in her chair, elegant and languid, listening to their rambling conversation; she was almost asleep.
Hearing Erice's name, she snapped out of her daze, a little confused, and casually used her terminal to confirm Erice's location.
The last signal from the tracker she placed on Erice disappeared in New World.
—How did you do that?!
Shu Ningmiao suddenly sat up straight under the slightly surprised gazes of the others.
Less than an hour after class ended, Erice's location suddenly teleported from String Light Academy to a new place, which must have been achieved using some kind of supernatural item.
That's right, it should be the same thing that Liang Siyan used when she and Lin Chuiyun disappeared from the fire after her first attack.
His disappearance from the fire must be related to Achini's supernatural abilities.
Perhaps it was a supernatural device created by Achini using his own abilities.
This is a bit troublesome, as it would take her at least one or two days to travel between Pines and New World using the proper procedures.
Identity verification and vehicle preparation both take time.
Since Erice can teleport using superpowered gadgets, knowing Erice's location is useless to her. By the time she arrives at the signal location, nothing will be left.
This was something she hadn't expected.
The teleportation ability was meant to save Liang Siyan's life, yet she could casually give it to Ai Riji for transportation... Achini definitely had a bigger scheme for Ai Riji.
Shu Ningmiao frowned, and could only record the location where the tracker signal finally disappeared.
If only she could steal Achini's "Strange Fire" ability, but unfortunately she knows nothing about it.
On the surface, this ability is terrifyingly strong and flawless.
It possesses the powerful offensive ability to control boundless strange fire, and can also use fire to carry others to various locations, making it both capable of fighting and running away.
As Shu Ningmiao was pondering this matter, she noticed that the surroundings had suddenly become quiet. Everyone looked up at her, but no one spoke.
She frowned slightly, realizing that everyone's attention was not focused on her, but on the person behind her.
"Ahem." Lin Chuxu spoke first, his expression stiff: "Teacher."
Shu Ningmiao leaned back and slowly tilted her head back. The man's shadow slowly fell over her head, staring at her movements with a rather indifferent gaze.
The soft sound of her leaning back in her chair broke the slightly awkward silence, and the others also realized what was happening and began to greet their mentors one after another.
The lack of response only made things more awkward.
“Professor Weston,” Shu Ning said, placing her hands together on her lap and looking up at him. “Is there something you need?”
She was truly impressed by Weston's composure in such an awkward situation.
Although Weston was born and raised in the Intercity District, he exuded an arrogant confidence and composure in every gesture.
No one would be happy to see a teacher like him in the lounge, but if it were Yelü Qi, the atmosphere would probably be completely different.
Weston casually looked away and tapped the back of her chair with his finger: "Come with me."
He wouldn't come looking for her for no reason, and he seemed a little absent-minded. Shu Ningmiao became curious, nodded to the others, and followed in his footsteps as instructed.
Weston strode ahead, his expression as cold as ice, his young face hidden in shadow, shrouded in gloom.
He didn't speak, but just walked forward in silence.
He's always like this, but Shu Ningmiao could sense his extra displeasure—or unhappiness—today.
After walking a few steps, Shu Ningmiao knew why he had stopped talking, because she saw a head of golden hair.
That dazzling hair clearly came from their principal, Aloberia.
The principal smiled and, seeing them approach, opened his arms as if to warmly put his arm around her shoulder. But then, remembering she was a student, he realized it wouldn't be appropriate and turned to pat Weston on the shoulder instead.
Weston backed away in disgust.
Seeing the unchanging smile on the principal's face, she couldn't quite figure out what was going on. If anyone was an old fox, it was the principal, who came from the Belial family.
The principal said to her kindly, "It's like this, your brother has already communicated with us in advance. Teacher Weston will approve it during the holidays. I'll take you to the door. Please remember to convey the care and concern of all the teachers and students in the school."
Shu Ningmiao was completely baffled: "What..."
The principal seemed completely oblivious to the possibility that she was unaware of, and didn't agree with her at all. He touched his eyebrows and strode ahead.
Weston and she walked side by side behind the principal. Shu Ningmiao frowned deeply. She had doubts, but she didn't want to ask the only person next to her.
Instead of asking Weston, we might as well ask Shu Changyan, whom the principal mentioned, directly later.
Just as Shu Ningmiao was about to reach the school gate, she took a step forward and felt her steps falter as someone grabbed her hand that was hanging by her side.
Shu Ningmiao turned around, and Weston's slender hand suddenly gripped her hand tightly, the pale blue veins protruding from his knuckles, his cool palm pressed against the back of her hand.
His fingers were like cold snakes, soft yet chilling.
Just as Shu Ningmiao was about to lash out, she felt Weston's fingertips press against her palm.
Noticing the cold, smooth shape of the foreign object, Shu Ningmiao realized that Weston had put something in her hand.
She couldn't tell what it was just by feeling, but she felt like she had touched it before.
Since Weston secretly gave it to her, he certainly didn't want anyone around him to know. Shu Ningmiao wasn't that stupid. She held onto the thing in her hand, didn't ask anything, and just gave him a suspicious look.
The man's face was cold and devoid of any smile, his eyelashes drooping slightly.
Shu Ningmiao could feel that his fingertips were still very cold.
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