I discovered a world bug.

Chapter 92 Exam

2026 6 Month 15 Day.

The examination site for the National New Technology Scientific Research Talent Selection Program.

Xie Yuchi had just finished the written test and was sitting in the rest area, lost in thought.

—Although I had long suspected that the exam would be unusual, given what had happened to me and the collective pronouncements of foreign religious organizations, which hinted at a radical change taking place in the world, I still couldn't help but feel a strong sense of unease when I actually saw those changes in the exam paper.

A sense of absurdity.

"Are you able to obtain a specific, reproducible result from a particular combination of actions?"

Are you familiar with the concepts of magic and rituals in traditional religions? This applies to all religions and cultural backgrounds.

"There is a ritual that involves acquiring superhuman abilities through bizarre actions such as standing upside down and clapping. Please point out the similarities between this ritual and any other existing recorded rituals or spells in the world."

"Please try to analyze whether Indian yoga could be some kind of special, lost experiential ritual."

"The ritual for making a peace amulet is as follows. Please try to analyze the key points of this ritual, point out any possible redundant steps, and give your reasons. Try to make the peace amulet according to your optimized process."

The test paper was full of similar content; it was more like a background check than an actual exam.

Among the survey participants, who actually had experience or knowledge related to "rituals"?

Without any preparation, there's no way I could pass this exam.

After all, his entire understanding of rituals came from that mass-sent message and the so-called "evil-repelling talisman" he found in his car.

At most, it would just include a few snippets of information mentioned by Xu Changshun during our initial conversation...

Fortunately, this exam wasn't just about theory.

The last question, about making a peace charm, tested practical skills.

I did quite well on this question. When I made the last stroke on the talisman, I could clearly feel that the talisman possessed some indescribable "power" and began to connect with my spirit.

That should be considered a success—at least compared to the other candidates in the exam room who could only copy the patterns.

Slightly raising her head, Xie Yuchi's gaze swept over the other candidates in the rest area.

Most people were sitting in their chairs, just like me, lost in thought, while others gathered in small groups to discuss things in hushed tones.

Everyone's face showed tension, but there was also a hint of excitement.

That's quite normal.

When I first saw the miraculous scene performed by the Pope in Rome on the news, I felt a mixture of fear and excitement.

What's frightening is that there really are forces in this world that are beyond human comprehension.

What's exciting is that this power can be mastered...

Who could resist such temptation?

Once such news is confirmed, it is very likely that the old order of the entire world will be overturned, and the rules of this world will undergo an unprecedented reshuffle.

For ordinary people, the opportunities brought about by such a dramatic change are even greater than those of a world war.

If we can seize this opportunity, we might just rise to prominence and rise to the top of the world...

—Of course, within just 24 hours of those messages being released, official agencies from various countries jumped out one after another to strongly refute the rumors.

Some say it's a religious hoax, others say it's an unknown scientific phenomenon; in short, they can't accept that "God" really exists.

This is actually quite ironic—like Lord Ye who loved dragons but was terrified of them.

Despite being a country with a strong religious atmosphere, when their so-called miracles actually occurred, they refused to acknowledge them.

Some politicians have even jumped out to say that they want to break the Vatican's neutrality and directly impose sanctions on the Pope for crimes against humanity.

If it weren't for the mediation of certain moderates, this matter might actually have gone through...

However, under a series of swift and forceful suppressions, the public opinion surrounding the "divine arrival" was temporarily suppressed.

Coupled with unprecedentedly strong information control, a month later, those miracles seemed to vanish as quickly as they appeared, gradually fading from the sight of ordinary people.

The limit of information they can glean from official news is probably just that "the authorities have discovered some new technologies in the quantum field."

As for the "mysterious effects" brought about by the new technology, they only believe that it is probably a misunderstanding, similar to the concept of "neutrinos."

Of course, this only applies to ordinary people.

Temporarily isolating them from real information is to avoid an overly strong shock that could trigger severe social unrest.

However, in addition to this, the authorities have also opened up new avenues.

For example, the exam I'm taking now.

Everyone who has made it this far is a "dedicated person" who is not just an "ordinary person".

—Their "curiosity," or rather their "ambition," has been confirmed, so how could they not be excited?

Xie Yuchi let out a soft breath and moved her gaze toward the large screen in the examination room that was scrolling in real time.

The written test results have begun to be released, and voices of joy or regret can be heard from the crowd.

She saw her own name.

Xie Yuchi, 62 points.

The pressure line is passed.

The interview will last for 5 minutes.

There was no time to prepare; the staff had already walked up to her.

"Xie Yuchi? Come, follow me."

Xie Yuchi immediately stood up.

Are we going for a job interview? Don't we have time to prepare?

No.

The staff member spoke in a gentle tone.

"This exam has a rather unique format and a tight schedule, so we won't be scheduling breaks."

"To put it bluntly, these are all new fields, so no matter how much you prepare, it's useless."

"Just say what you want to say. You're the first batch, so the interviewer won't ask too many difficult questions."

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"clear."

Xie Yuchi nodded — So how difficult is it?

Will you ask how to perform the ritual in detail?

Will they ask about the specific effects of the ritual?

Will they ask about practical experience?

If you ask these questions...

I might as well just turn around and leave.

I couldn't answer any of them.

"Wait here for a moment."

The staff led Xie Yuchi to the door of the interview room.

"They'll call you when everything's ready inside."

"OK, thanks."

Xie Yuchi's heart finally started beating a little faster—she had never felt this way, not even when she went for her interview at the Second Hospital after graduation.

Maybe it's because I knew I could get in back then, but now I've lost confidence?

who cares.

At worst, I can go back to work at the Second Hospital.

Or... maybe we can use connections later?

Lin Shu...

He must have already been involved in this project a long time ago.

When he talked to himself about "business trips" and "work," he was probably doing something similar, right?

I wonder how far he's climbed, and whether he has the authority to help me out...

It's not that I want to use him to get ahead.

But when the truth of the world is laid bare before me, I can't help but want to take a look.

The sooner the better.

"Candidate number one, Xie Yuchi, come in."

A sound came from inside the door. Xie Yuchi stood at the door for a second, knocked, and then pushed the door open and entered.

Her gaze swept over the interviewer's seat.

His expression changed slightly.

Then, a smile appeared on his face.

—There sat a familiar person, also smiling, looking at her with a somewhat "malicious" expression.

Lin Shu.

He's already an interviewer...

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