Full-Time Magister: My Little Furnace Refines All Things

"He is Zhang... Zhang Mo?" Mu Ningxue looked at the dazzling figure on the stage, which gradually overlapped with her childhood playmate in her memory. A slight change appeared on her originally cold face, and she asked in a daze.

"Zhang Mo? He's Zhang Zhengguo's son!" Mu Zhuoyun also remembered.

One day many years ago, a new investigation report was placed on his desk.

Zhang Mo (orphan): His father, Zhang Zhengguo, was a mid-level fire mage, the third-in-command of the Snow Peak Mountain post station, and Zhan Kong's adjutant. Several months ago, he and his wife were ambushed and killed by a general-level demon during a mission. He is the cousin of Zhang Xiaohou, the young lady's playmate, and currently lives with his aunt and uncle. He has no suspicious behavior.

Because Mu Zhuoyun was busy with family affairs and dealing with the pressure of the main branch, he rarely had time to spend with his daughter Ning Xue. He felt guilty towards his daughter Ning Xue, so he allowed the young Ning Xue to play with some ignorant and lowly peasant children.

However, for Ning Xue's safety, he would send bodyguards to protect her every day. If there was any disturbance or strangers appeared, their information would appear on Mu Zhuoyun's desk the next moment.

Seeing that Zhang Mo wouldn't be detrimental to Ning Xue and that he had a military background, Mu Zhuoyun was quite pleased. Only people of equal status could help each other and go the distance in the long run; this was the kind of person who could become Ning Xue's friend!

Standing to the side, the principal, noticing that this nouveau riche from Bocheng seemed to know Zhang Mo, asked curiously, "Zhuo Yun, do you know Zhang Mo?"

"Oh, he's Xiaoxue's friend. You also know his father, Zhang Zhengguo, who used to be the third-in-command at Xuefeng Mountain Post Station." Mu Zhuoyun's expression turned serious as he said in a deep voice.

"He's actually Comrade Zheng Guo's son. Alas, it's such a pity that the heavens are jealous of talent. If Jianguo were still alive, he would probably have reached the mid-level or even high-level cultivation by now. I never expected that his son would be studying at my Tianlan Magic High School and possess such magical talent. Truly, like father, like son!" The principal stroked his beard and sighed with emotion.

The final score of "S+" was unanimously recognized by all examiners. Jokingly, if he didn't get an S+ after instantly achieving Level 2 Fireball in just one year, who would?

After achieving a double S+ score, Zhang Mo walked out of the training field without changing his expression.

"Nephew Zhang, come here for a moment." Seeing Zhang Mo come out, Mu Zhuoyun waved and called out with a smile.

"Huh?" Zhang Mo looked at Mu Zhuoyun, who had called him, and asked in confusion, "I'm not familiar with him. Why did he call me?"

With a sense of doubt, Zhang Mo walked over.

Mu Ningxue, standing next to Mu Zhuoyun, maintained her icy expression, but her gaze lingered on him.

After nodding slightly to her, Zhang Mo turned to Mu Zhuoyun and asked with a puzzled look, "Chairman Mu, is there something you need from me?"

"Haha, I know your father, and you and Ning Xue are friends. Don't call me school board member, just call me Uncle Mu." Mu Zhuoyun said with a warm smile.

"This old fox, I've never seen him so enthusiastic before. He's acting like an uncle and nephew to me as soon as I showed my strength?" Zhang Mo was speechless at Mu Zhuoyun's change of attitude.

He laughed and typed "Haha." He didn't say anything more.

Mu Zhuoyun, being a shrewd man, didn't mind and continued to smile and solicit, "Nephew Zhang, our Mu Clan recently received a batch of fire-elemental resources, but we haven't found suitable people to use them. Your fire-elemental talent is amazing; you can't let a lack of resources hinder your cultivation. If you need them, you're welcome to come and cultivate at my Mu Clan!"

"Big brother, Mu Bai just finished his test. Stardust S, Release B. He's pretty good. He's still a member of our clan." Mu He said anxiously as he saw Mu Zhuoyun about to give resources to Zhang Mo, an outsider.

Mu Bai, standing to the side, was also extremely nervous. He was completely numb. Was he really going to lose the vast resources and core clan member status that were within his grasp just like that? Damn Zhang Mo!

"I've already made my decision, Mu He, you don't need to say anything more." Mu Zhuoyun waved his hand, with Mingzhu before him, there was no need to discuss it with others.

Mu Zhuoyun waited with a smile for Zhang Mo to speak.

Mu Bai, standing to the side, clenched his fists until they turned white, staring intently at Zhang Mo.

"Don't agree to him, don't agree to him!" she thought to herself.

Noticing Mu Bai's subtle movements, Zhang Mo's heart skipped a beat, but he feigned hesitation: "Hmm..."

"No, don't agree." Mu Bai's eyes widened, cold sweat dripping from his forehead.

"Thank you for your kindness, Director Mu, but my father left me a batch of resources after he passed away, enough for me to cultivate to the intermediate level. The Mu family's resources should be reserved for Mu family members who need them." He finished speaking and glanced at the nervous Mu Bai with a smile. "I've given you the opportunity; let's see if you can seize it."

Mu Zhuoyun followed his gaze to Mu Bai without saying a word.

Upon hearing Zhang Mo speak, Mu Bai's expression changed drastically, and he was overjoyed. For the first time, he found the detestable Zhang Mo surprisingly pleasing to the eye.

Mu He, standing nearby, seized the opportunity and said, "Yeah, big brother, since Zhang Mo doesn't want it, how about Mu Bai?"

Seeing Zhang Mo refuse, Mu Zhuoyun felt a bit disappointed and waved his hand, saying, "We'll see. Let him keep trying."

Hope was dashed once again, and Mu Bai broke down in pain.

Zhang Mo: "Sigh, there's nothing I can do, Mu Bai. I gave you a chance, but you still couldn't get it!"

After saying goodbye to the leadership team, Zhang Mo walked towards the class line.

"Next candidate, Mo Fan," the examiner called out loudly.

Mo Fan walked towards the training field, brushing past Zhang Mo.

"Xiao Fan, I've warmed up the atmosphere. Now it's time for your performance," Zhang Mo whispered in Mo Fan's ear.

Mo Fan's face flushed instantly upon hearing this, and he staggered.

He walked awkwardly and quickly onto the stage.

"You may begin, candidate," the examiner said to Mo Fan.

"Ningxue, let's go," Mu Zhuoyun said to Mu Ningxue.

"Let's take another look." Mu Ningxue's voice was cold and stubborn as she looked at Mo Fan who was going up on stage.

"Hmph, fine, I want to see what this brat who once dared to run away with my precious daughter has improved!" Mu Zhuoyun sneered. Besides, he didn't think a driver's son could have any good grades. This would make Ning Xue realize that they were destined to be from two different worlds!

In this world where magic reigns supreme, the gap between some people is greater than the gap between a person and a dog.

Because of Zhang Mo, Mu Bai didn't have time to place the hidden stone during the test. However, Mu He and Mu Bai didn't see any difference. They believed that Mo Fan would not pass and would be eliminated. The hidden stone was just a second layer of insurance, and its absence wouldn't make a difference!

On the stage, Mo Fan placed his hand on the Star Sensing Stone and quickly entered a meditative state.

As Mo Fan infused the Star Sensing Stone with fire magic, it began to glow crimson, and eventually the red light began to overflow.

"What is this?! Radiant light overflowing! How is this possible!"

The first person to show disbelief was Mu Zhuoyun.

Mu He and Mu Bai, who were waiting to see Mo Fan make a fool of himself, could hardly believe their eyes.

"Didn't you say he didn't even have a D? What makes you think that?" Mu He said angrily to Mu Bai.

"I don't know either. Last time I saw him, he hadn't even mastered a single star." Mu Bai stood there dumbfounded.

"Radiance overflowing!!!" Looking at the light, which was even more intense than Mu Bai's ice-type radiance, Xue Musheng was a little confused about this student who had been forcibly crammed in. "You should have said earlier that the quality of the students you crammed in was like this! Why would I hesitate? Give me a dozen more next time, hehe."

Xue Musheng was ecstatic. His class had students in the top three of the entire school, so the position of grade director next year was practically his!

He burst into laughter, "Haha~ Ahahahahaha!"

The students from Class 8 behind them didn't have time to pay attention to their homeroom teacher's twisted smile.

He just kept saying "Huh?"

"Holy crap! Is this still in China?"

In their eyes, the underachiever who got in through connections actually had grades only slightly lower than the academic genius Zhang Mo. No wonder Zhang Mo always hung out with him; it turned out they were the real big shots, the real clowns.

On the stage.

"Final Stardust Test Score"

"Mo Fan, do you want to continue the test?"

"continue."

"Sizzle!"

"Go!" Mo Fan roared, raising his hand high and swinging it out in one smooth motion without any hesitation.

The scorching flames struck the puppet, causing immense destruction!

"Give it a score," Mo Fan said casually, striking a cool pose.

"A!"

"B!" the bald instructor shouted. "Hehe, I can't afford to mess with that bastard, but you, sit down right now. That counts as completing the task given to you by Master Mu He!" The bald instructor became smug.

"A!"

Once the results were released, Mo Fan's second place was no surprise.

"Brother Mu, you've truly broadened my horizons! If I remember correctly, this student Mo Fan is just the son of an ordinary person from your manor. A great family is indeed a great family; they can cultivate such an outstanding student without you even realizing it!" Deng Kai from the Hunter Alliance praised from the side.

Others started to chime in, it's all about mutual flattery.

Hearing these praises from people in the industry, Mu Zhuoyun's mood immediately brightened.

In a good mood, he immediately put aside his resentment towards Mo Fan. Although the kid had done things that made him extremely angry, he was still young and ignorant at the time, so there was no need to keep pursuing him. Now, he could give him a little reward and make him work for the Mu family.

Mu Zhuoyun stroked his beard happily, looked at Mo Fan with a hint of admiration, and said, "Mo Fan, come here."

Hearing the shout, Mo Fan seemed to know what this old dog Mu was up to because of what Zhang Mo had done earlier.

However, he still went over.

Mu Zhuoyun: "Mo Fan, I have a batch here... You can come to the Mu family to cultivate in the future."

Mo Fan: "Are you out of your mind?"

……

After a brief exchange of blows.

With everyone present as witnesses, the three-year, or rather, two-year agreement began—Mo Fan VS Mu Yuang.

Mo Fan: "Never underestimate a young man's potential!"

Mu Zhuoyun: "Arrogance comes at a price!"