I gain permanent defense when attacked; even gods and demons can't hurt me.

Lu Yun walked to the safe, took out a badge, and handed it to Lin Yuan.

[Guardian Badge (Special Item)]

[Effect: Upon crushing, it instantly generates a shield capable of withstanding a full-force attack from a level 50 expert, and sends a distress signal to the City Lord's Mansion and the Education Bureau.]

"Take this."

Lu Yun's tone was serious.

"This was a life-saving charm I earned through my war exploits back then, but it's useless to me now."

"Although you are very confident, it's always good to be prepared."

"Remember, when faced with unavoidable danger, don't be reckless; you can only contribute if you're alive!"

Lin Yuan looked at the heavy badge in his hand, then glanced at Lu Yun's wrinkled but sincere face.

He was silent for a moment, feeling a bit both amused and exasperated.

"Withstand the full force of a level 50 expert?"

Lin Yuan thought of Wang Lang, the guild leader of the Greedy Wolf Guild, who had been turned into a bloody mist by Lin Yuan's shield last night.

That guy seems to be level 52, right?

The results of it?

Even his defense can't be broken!

"I wonder what the principal's expression would be if he knew that I had already solo-killed a level 50 pro."

Lin Yuan muttered to himself.

He was even considering whether to show off his 28,000 armor and 40,000 mental power.

Let the principal know that this badge is actually a bit unnecessary for him.

But then I thought better of it.

"Being too high-profile is not good; it can easily frighten the elderly."

"Moreover, this sentiment is too heavy."

"Let's save it for the college entrance exam and give him a big surprise!"

The principal treated him with such sincerity that he even considered recommending him for university admission.

If he can't bring back a national champion, then he'll have failed all the training he received!

Thinking of this, Lin Yuan nodded solemnly and put away the badge.

"Thank you, Principal."

"I will be careful."

"Then I'll be leaving. I'll take a stroll around the playground. I haven't seen my classmates in a long time, and I really miss them."

"Go ahead, go ahead."

Lu Yun waved his hand, watching Lin Yuan push open the door and leave.

Wait until that tall, upright figure disappears at the end of the corridor.

Lu Yun sat back down in his chair, picked up the now-cold tea, and drank it all in one gulp.

He shook his head helplessly, but a smile remained on his lips.

"This kid says he misses his classmates, but I bet he's just going back to show off, isn't he?"

"Returning home in glory, it's just youthful exuberance, I can understand, I can understand."

Lu Yun put down his teacup, his smile gradually fading, replaced by a solemn expression.

He picked up the red secure phone on the table and dialed a special number.

"Hey, old boss, it's me, Xiao Lu."

"Yes, I have something important to report."

"This year's college entrance examination has produced an extraordinary talent from our Tianhai City."

"Yes, a hidden profession, and possibly even more terrifying than Chen Qingxuan back then!"

"I suggest that the province send someone over to keep an eye on things, because I'm afraid the Abyss might make a move."

Tianhai No.1 Middle School, playground.

This is the peak time for leveling up in the afternoon.

On the vast playground, the lights of the teleportation portals flickered.

The students were in small groups, some exchanging ideas, some forming teams and calling for others, and many more sitting on the ground resting, looking exhausted.

In a corner of the playground.

The atmosphere was extremely oppressive.

Wang Hao sat on a bench, his mage robe covered in dust and grass clippings, and even torn in several places.

He held the bronze-level staff in his hand, his face so gloomy it could drip water.

"Damn Gale Wolves! Damn elite monsters!"

"Why is it so hard to beat?!"

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"I've been grinding here for a week, why am I only level 10?!"

Wang Hao scratched his hair in frustration.

He has been pampered since childhood, and he has never suffered like this before.

I originally thought that with my rare profession and financial power, I could easily crush my peers.

The results of it?

Reality slapped him hard in the face.

"Brother Hao, have some water."

Beside her, Chen Xiaoman carefully handed her a bottle of mineral water.

She looks quite disheveled now.

Her once exquisite makeup was now ruined, and her priest's robes were covered in stains, making her look like a Cinderella in distress.

These past few days, she's been following Wang Hao around, grinding monsters. Not only does she have to heal him, but she also has to put up with his bad temper.

I am utterly exhausted, both physically and mentally.

"roll!"

Wang Hao didn't even glance at it before knocking the water bottle away.

"Drink, drink, drink! All you ever do is drink!"

"Look at Lin Yuan! He's already level 20! And look at you? You're still a level 8 piece of trash!"

"With such a small milk supply, what use are you?!"

Wang Hao vented all his anger on Chen Xiaoman.

Chen Xiaoman trembled at the shout and dared not speak.

Just then, the previously noisy playground suddenly fell silent.

Immediately following was a commotion like a tidal wave.

"Look! Who's that?!"

Exclamations of surprise rose and fell.

Wang Hao and Chen Xiaoman subconsciously looked up.

A tall and upright figure walked slowly from the direction of the school gate with a composed gait.

"Lin Linyuan? Why is he back at school?"

Wang Hao's pupils suddenly contracted, and his voice trembled.

He didn't want to admit it, but the figure that drove him mad with jealousy was indeed Lin Yuan!

Lin Yuan, whom he once mocked as a "cannon fodder meat shield"!

At this moment, Lin Yuan was like a divine dragon soaring in the heavens.

The stark contrast between them made Wang Hao's face turn a deep purplish-red, and his nails dug deeply into his flesh.

But deep down he still wouldn't admit it!

Because mages are a late-game class!

He believed that as long as he worked hard to level up, he would definitely crush Lin Yuan under his feet in the later stages!

Lin Yuan didn't actually intend to show off.

He had just come out of the principal's office and was about to cross the playground to go straight home.

This road is the shortest.

There was absolutely no intention to show off! (crossed out)

Lin Yuan kept his eyes straight ahead and walked with a steady gait.

The students around him automatically made way for him, their eyes filled with awe, admiration, and deep envy.

"Is this what a level 20 pro looks like?"

"That's incredible! Just that aura alone makes my legs go weak!"

"I heard he soloed the Hell difficulty dungeon? That's amazing!"

Lin Yuan walked through the crowd, his gaze casually sweeping across the area ahead.

Just then, they spotted Wang Hao and Chen Xiaoman sitting in the corner.

Six eyes met.

Wang Hao subconsciously shrank his neck, his eyes darting away, not daring to meet Lin Yuan's gaze.

That is the instinctive fear of the weak towards the strong.

Chen Xiaoman stared blankly at Lin Yuan.

She looked at the boy who was once "gentle and considerate" to her, but is now unattainable.

Her heart felt as if it were being gripped tightly by a giant hand, the pain making it hard to breathe.

(Chen Xiaoman's own idealized version)

Lin Yuan merely glanced at them indifferently.

His gaze was calm and indifferent, as if he were looking at a stranger.

There was no anger, no sarcasm, not even a trace of emotional fluctuation.

He then looked away, and without stopping, walked straight past the two of them.