Magic: Reincarnate from high-voltage electricity at the start, level up independently.

With over ten million people vying for just one hundred trial slots, the page predictably crashed and froze instantly.

On countless computer and mobile phone screens, all that remains is a constantly spinning loading icon.

By the time the page finally returned to normal, all one hundred precious spots had already been snapped up, and most people stared at the blank application results, feeling disappointed and resentful.

"Damn it! My dream of an adventure in another world ended before it even began!"

"Why are there only a hundred spots? Are they beavers?"

"I was hoping to snag a spot and resell it to pay off my debts, but now that's completely hopeless. What else can I do? I might as well jump."

"The online price for a Fourth World experience pass is going up to millions. I really don't know which chosen ones managed to snag it..."

Complaints and rants filled the internet, but Chu Ge's heart finally relaxed as he looked at the words "Application successful. Please fill in your shipping address. Packages will be shipped out tomorrow" clearly displayed on his computer screen.

She quickly filled in the relevant information, turned off the computer, sat cross-legged, and a faint magical aura surrounded her as she entered a meditative state once again.

The next morning, as soon as Chu Ge entered the classroom, he was surrounded by discussions, all of which revolved around the "Fourth World".

"Who managed to snag a spot? Did anyone in our class win? If so, can I borrow it to try it out?"

"Forget about it. The webpage crashed as soon as I opened it last night. There were so many people that I couldn't even get in. There's no chance at all."

"That's right, the price of qualification tickets has skyrocketed. I really envy those lucky ones who managed to snag one; they've instantly become rich."

Chu Ge returned to his seat without making a sound. His gaze casually swept over a short distance away and he saw Xu Wan lying on the table, covering her mouth to suppress her laughter. Her mouth was stretched almost to her ears, and she could not hide her inner joy at all.

Chu Ge understood: it seemed that she had also successfully applied for the qualification; she was quite lucky.

If that's the case, the two might meet again in another world in the future and continue to unleash their ultimate techniques.

Magic casting class.

In the stadium, Chu Ge was preparing a fireball with her fingertips, ready to smash it precisely at the signboard opposite her, when Wang Jian, accompanied by an elderly man with gray hair, walked straight towards her.

Chu Ge had some impression of this old man; he had seen him during the school-wide magic power test. He was a member of the Magic Association and seemed to have a high status.

"Is it coming for me?" Chu Ge wondered to himself, but he didn't stop condensing a fireball in his hand.

Sure enough, the two stopped in front of her.

The old man, with a kind smile, spoke first: "You must be Chu Ge, right? Let me introduce myself."

"My name is Miao Renlong. I am the current vice principal of this school and also one of the elders of the East China Sea branch of the Magic Association. I have come today to ask if you would like to become my disciple?"

As soon as Miao Renlong finished speaking, the students practicing magic around them instantly erupted in a commotion. They all gasped and turned their gazes toward Chu Ge, filled with envy and shock.

"No way? This old man is actually an elder of the East Sea Magic Association? He's a genuine high-level mage, a magic guide-level expert. And he actually wants to take Chu Ge as his disciple."

"This is an incredible opportunity! If we could become his disciple, we'd be unstoppable in the East Sea!"

"I'm so envious! Becoming an apprentice isn't just about attending regular classes; it's about being a true disciple, with access to maximum resources and connections!"

Wang Jian also looked at Chu Ge with anticipation. In his opinion, no one would refuse such a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

In fact, the reason why the school leaders did not ask Chu Ge to compensate for the losses after the previous accident at the gymnasium was mainly because Miao Renlong spoke up, which made the matter easy to settle.

But Chu Ge's expression didn't change at all; his tone was calm and decisive as he uttered three words:

"Not interested."

As soon as she finished speaking, she flicked her wrist, and a fireball shot out from her fingertip, hurtling towards the life-sized standee opposite her.

"boom!"

With a loud bang, the entire row of signs was instantly struck by the fireball and collapsed to the ground, thus successfully completing the task for this lesson.

Chu Ge clapped his hands, turned around and wanted to leave to do his own thing, completely ignoring the two people's reactions.

Miao Renlong's smile froze instantly, his anticipation turned into astonishment, and all the words he had prepared got stuck in his throat, leaving him in a dilemma.

"Chu Ge, do you know what a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity this is? Principal Miao's connections, resources, and strength will be of immeasurable help to your future path in magic."

Wang Jian hurriedly stepped forward to persuade him, his tone urgent. He felt that Chu Ge was still young and did not understand what a powerful master meant.

By becoming Miao Renlong's apprentice, one can travel freely throughout the country, and at least in Donghai City, no one will dare to mess with them, ensuring a smooth and successful journey.

Chu Ge didn't stop walking, casually uttering two words:

"don't want."

She then found a quiet place to sit down, closed her eyes and concentrated, instantly entering a state of deep cultivation, completely putting aside the noise and persuasion from the outside world.

In her opinion, this old man was not as strong as herself, yet he still wanted to take her as his disciple?

That's simply a fantasy.

Even if someone wanted to become her disciple, she would find them too old and too much of a burden.

"Principal Miao, this..."

Looking at Miao Renlong's stiff expression, Wang Jian felt a bitter taste in his mouth and didn't know how to comfort him.

"It's alright." Miao Renlong waved his hand, a self-deprecating smile on his face.

"Perhaps I really am getting old and my abilities are failing, so it's understandable that I'm looked down upon by younger people."

He gazed at Chu Ge's aloof figure, focused on his cultivation, and instead of anger, a hint of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. He sighed softly:

"She has her own path and her own choices, so let her follow her heart. In the end, this world belongs to the young."

After a moment of silence, Miao Renlong changed the subject and muttered to himself:

"I, Miao Renlong, have lived a glorious life. In my youth, I dominated the magic world and had a considerable reputation. Now, I'm almost in the grave, without children or anyone to inherit my mantle. I can't just leave empty-handed."

He turned to Wang Jian and asked in a deep voice, "Besides her, are there any other students in your class who have potential and are worth nurturing?"

"have."

Wang Jian nodded immediately, his gaze sweeping over the surrounding students before finally locking onto four people.

Li Muzi, Chen Xun, Xu Wan, Wang Qiang.

These four individuals, second only to Chu Ge in terms of strength and aptitude in the class, are the only ones qualified to gain Miao Renlong's favor.

Wang Jian was the first to call Li Muzi over.

This young woman with long, straight black hair, from a wealthy family, remained calm, gently shook her head, and spoke in a composed tone:

"Principal Miao, thank you for your kindness, but I have no intention of becoming your apprentice at the moment."

Given her family background, she has no need to rely on anyone. If she really wanted to become an apprentice, she could find a mentor stronger than Miao Renlong, so she naturally wouldn't agree easily.

Knowing her identity, Miao Renlong didn't press the matter and smiled kindly as before: "It's alright, it's a good thing that the young lady has her own ideas."

Next, Xu Wan was called over.

This teenage girl, with her resolute and unwavering gaze, rejected him decisively and without the slightest mercy.

"Principal, I cannot agree to that. My path is one I must walk myself, without the guidance of others."

"Are you really sure about this?" Miao Renlong looked at her and asked in a deep voice.

"Um."

Xu Wan's eyes shone brightly, and she fearlessly said:

"Whether I live or die, am rich or poor, am happy or sad, or live with regrets for the rest of my life, it is all my own fault, and I have no one to blame but myself."

For her, becoming an apprentice would only add useless entanglements, becoming a burden on her path of cultivation and hindering her from pursuing her own path.

Then there's Tang Xiaoran, who's love-struck and not very bright. If it weren't for the fact that the two of them grew up together and weren't blood relatives, Xu Wan would want to cut ties with her now to avoid future troubles.

However, she has not yet achieved the Path of Ruthlessness, and still retains some human emotions.

These words left Miao Renlong silent for a long time. Looking at the spirited and proud young girl in front of him, he vaguely recalled his own youth when he had also said such arrogant and firm words. He immediately felt a sense of appreciation for her talent.

After much deliberation, he ultimately decided not to try to persuade him further.

Such a resolute person is destined to have a life full of unknowns and uncertainties; they cannot be kept or forced.

Miao Renlong looked at her and slowly said, "If that's the case, then do what you believe is right and uphold your principles."

After being rejected three times in a row, Miao Renlong felt frustrated, his eyes dimmed, and he was filled with loneliness.

Wang Jian then summoned Chen Xun.

Looking at the undisguised expectation and pleading in Miao Renlong's eyes, Chen Xun hesitated for a long time before finally shaking his head, his tone apologetic yet firm:

"I'm sorry, Principal, I don't have any plans to become an apprentice at the moment. I just want to live my life peacefully."

He didn't have Chu Ge's extraordinary strength, Li Muzi's illustrious family background, or Xu Wan's adolescent obsession.

For him, becoming an apprentice of an elder of the Magic Association was undoubtedly the best opportunity to change his fate.

But he knew in his heart that Miao Renlong's first choice was Chu Ge, and even if he became his disciple, it would only be a second choice and he could never replace Chu Ge in the old man's heart.

To put it bluntly, if he really becomes an apprentice, he'll just be leftovers, and a fourth-rate one at that.

For some reason, it even feels a bit like NTR (Netorare, a form of infidelity), which is ridiculous.

He was by nature aloof and had an extremely fastidious nature, both in his life and in his character, tolerating no flaws whatsoever. He would never accept such a "substitute" apprentice.

Miao Renlong looked at him, forcing a smile, his heart already numb. The repeated rejections made him fully experience the desolation of "Lian Po is old, can he still eat?"

If someone were willing to become his apprentice right now, he would probably agree without hesitation, without even considering their aptitude.

Finally, Wang Jian called Wang Qiang over.

Everyone thought he would refuse like the previous three, but the next second, a shocking scene unfolded.

With a thud, Wang Qiang knelt down in front of Miao Renlong and kowtowed three times.

When he looked up, his eyes were red and swollen, tears streaming down his face, and his voice was full of earnestness:

"A disciple is ultimately just a disciple. If the headmaster doesn't abandon me, I'm willing to become your godfather, and serve you in your old age until your death!"