"Where are you going?" Pei Yuan realized she had been abrupt as soon as she asked the question. "I meant to say that you've been here for six or seven years, why are you suddenly leaving? Has something happened?"
Lian Han smiled and said, "It's a good thing. There was the federal university's unified exam a while ago, and I passed it. I'm going to go to school."
Unified examination? Pei Yuan took a moment to realize that Lian Han was already 15 this year, while the minimum age limit for the unified college entrance examination was 14.
But--
"Xiaohan, although you can apply to university at 15, do you know what that means? Normal people start school at 6, go through nine years of primary school and six years of middle school, and by the time they get to university, they're 21. You're at least six years behind others, and you've already lost at the starting line. University is not like the online classes you had; it's extremely cruel."
"I know," Aunt Pei genuinely cared about her. Lian Han smiled, "But is anything more cruel than reality?"
This question stumped Pei Yuan.
Yes, at least in university, people of the same age can compete fairly. But in reality, this child has no parents, yet he has survived on this barren planet until now.
Seeing the lingering worry on her brow, Lian Han comforted her, "Aunt Pei, I'm just going to see what it's like. If it doesn't work out, it's not like I can't drop out. I'm still young, I have plenty of time to try things out, don't I?"
"You're a good kid. I'm just worried you'll get bullied." Pei Yuan held Lian Han's hand. "Which planet are we going to?"
She didn't even ask if it was a university on Muluo Star. Muluo Star's development level lagged behind the Federation's average; it had a sparse population, an underdeveloped economy, and an imperfect legal system. Its only advantage was its beautiful scenery. However, the large number of alien beasts in the wild made the tourism industry, which could have developed there, extremely difficult to sustain. After all, the average of two beast tides a month was no joke.
Ultimately, only a minority of people are able to hunt down exotic beasts and profit from them.
The beast tide directly restricted people's economic development, and economic backwardness directly led to a lack of education; there was not a single federally recognized and registered university on the entire planet.
Lian Han's lips curled up. "In the capital planet."
The Imperial Capital Star!?
Pei Yuan was taken aback and stared at Lian Han for a long time before asking, "Which university is it? Aunt Pei can help you figure it out."
"It's a very good university, the kind everyone dreams of attending. Don't worry, Aunt Pei, I know what I'm doing."
"Everyone?"
"Yes, everyone." Lian Han's eyes crinkled, and he was in a very good mood.
"You're quite the hidden talent, kid," Pei Yuan said helplessly. "That school is naturally excellent, and the students there are all the cream of the crop. But since you were able to get in, it's not a big problem. The school will take care of you appropriately."
Given their cautious nature, they must have already considered the issue of Lian Han's young age when they decided to admit her. However, the fact that Lian Han was able to reach the point where they were willing to break with convention to admit her suggests that her talent is probably even more astonishing than they imagined.
Looking at the girl again, although the mask concealed her face, her exposed eyes were bright and clear, filled only with joy. Her composure and humility earned Pei Yuan's even higher regard.
"Aunt Pei knows so much."
“Everyone has their own story,” Pei Yuan smiled. “But since you’ve come to say goodbye, Aunt Pei has to give you a gift. Bring the smart brain over here.”
"What is that?" Lian Han stretched out his left hand. Generally speaking, the AI is located on a person's left wrist.
Lian Han only saw Pei Yuan tap a few times on her smart device before signaling her to stop. "Alright. Aunt Pei used to have a house in the capital city, and she's already authorized you to use it."
The capital city is incredibly expensive! Lian Han was stunned. "This is too valuable, I..."
"I'm just lending it to you to live in. You only have the right to use it; the house is still mine. Besides, you'll be living on campus during university, and you won't be going there often anyway. The house has been unoccupied for years, so you can just consider it looking after it for me," Pei Yuan said, winking playfully.
Sometimes you really can't tell she's a mother of two.
Lian Han thought for a moment, then placed the box he had prepared on the coffee table. "Then Aunt Pei, please don't refuse my gift. It's just a small token of my appreciation."
“Alright, alright, I’ll naturally appreciate Xiao Han’s kindness…” Pei Yuan was stunned after opening the box, “You’re a card maker?”
A 15-year-old can already make physical cards? And each card is a different color, they must all be elemental cards, right?
Lian Han nodded, "Yes. But I haven't gone to the card-making guild for certification yet."
Unexpected yet reasonable, her outstanding card-making talent was one of the conditions that would attract the attention of the Diluo School. Moreover, her mental strength must have reached A level now! Add to that her card-making talent—it's probably impossible to find anyone in the entire Imperial Capital who can compare to her.
“You have absolutely broken the record for the youngest card maker in the Federation.” Pei Yuan closed the box. “It’s good that you’re not certified. You’re too young and don’t have a solid backing. It’s not a good thing to show off your talent so much.”
"Yes, I understand."
Seeing how mature and composed she was at such a young age, Pei Yuan thought of her own two children and couldn't help but sigh. People just can't be compared.
"If only my two children were half as steady as you."
Putting talent aside, if they could reach A-level, they would definitely brag about it to everyone. Although that's what ordinary kids should do, well—possessing a treasure is a crime.
"It's good that Xiu Jie is kind and Xiao Mei is lively and cute. Speaking of which, I'm quite envious of Xiao Mei."
Envious of what? Of course, envious of her… Pei Yuan patted the girl's shoulder, “When are you planning to leave?”
"tomorrow."
"So soon?" Pei Yuan frowned, but didn't ask why she went so early; she knew Xiao Han knew what she was doing. "But Xiao Mei won't be back tomorrow."
"It's alright. There's still Skynet, right? I didn't see her today, so I'll just accept the punishment later."
Pei Sumei is Pei Yuan's daughter, a very cute girl. She has always treated Lian Han as an older sister, and Lian Han has gradually come to regard her as a younger sister.
"Alright. Anyway, you can see me anytime on Skynet."
...
[Tsk! They're leaving already. Miss Lian Han, what are your thoughts on going to the capital planet to study?]
The starship's space jump ended, and Lian Han had just opened the hibernation pod when he heard Old Xing's voice. His lips twitched involuntarily. "[No.]"
[How could I not have any thoughts? This is your first time leaving Muluo Star! Tell me, tell me. Please, for the sake of this old man's curiosity.]
[Hmm—] Lian Han's lips curled into a mischievous smile. [I was thinking, Xiao Ye must be hungry.]
Old Xing: [...I didn't say anything. Just pretend I don't exist.]
Xingye, though its species is unknown, possesses two desirable attributes: ice and devouring. He's not afraid of ice-type beasts, but that devouring attribute—once, his already dwindling spiritual energy was almost swallowed whole by the little guy. After that, he's kept his distance from Xingye.
Add to that Lian Han's first Beast Card... well, although it was a gift from the system, he avoids both of them whenever possible. They're simply too powerful to mess with!
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