Urban Super Almighty Student

C48 – The Teaching Assistant

The entire class was almost in shock.

Leng Xue had laid it out plainly: to earn 50 credits in a year, they would need to score at least 90 points in each subject.

They were aware before enrolling at Riverdale College that the traditional medicine courses would be much more challenging than those in high school. What was more daunting was the realization that they could no longer study with the same intensity they had managed in their high school days.

“Miss Leng, what happens if we fail?”

“If you fail your major subjects, you’ll have to retake them. Fail your electives, and you’ll earn zero credits,” Leng Xue explained, her words casting a chill over the students.

“Miss Leng, what if we don’t accumulate 400 credits by the end of our senior year?”

“The college will grant you an additional year to complete the missing credits. If you’re still unable to meet the requirement, you won’t receive a diploma.”

The implication was clear: without a diploma, their four years of university would be in vain.

“Miss Leng, how common is it for students not to receive their diploma?”

“Each year, about one-third of our students have their graduation delayed due to insufficient credits. Nearly one-fifth are unable to graduate even after an extra year of study.”

“Miss Leng, what if I manage to earn 400 credits ahead of time?” Zhang Lan inquired quietly.

“If you earn 400 credits early, you’re eligible to apply for graduation right away.” Leng Xue’s response left the entire class dumbfounded. No one had anticipated such a policy at Riverdale College.

“However, there have been very few students who’ve applied for early graduation over the years.”

“Why is that?”

Leng Xue smiled, “Because each year, you’re faced with ten subjects to master. It requires a significant investment of time for studying. And if you wish to savor the quintessential college experience, that leaves even less time for academics. No matter how outstanding you are, how many extra credits can you realistically earn in a year? Moreover, the college mandates that you pass exams for twenty core courses. This means if you aim to graduate in your junior year, you must also complete the senior year’s five core subjects in advance.”

Faced with this reality, Zhang Lan fell silent.

Zhang Lan might have been proud, but she was well aware of her limitations. Leng Xue’s assessment had convinced her that graduating early was unlikely.

Ye Hao’s interest was piqued upon hearing this. Blessed with a photographic memory, he wasn’t daunted by the volume of subjects he needed to master.

Self-study was crucial in college. In reality, the need for teachers was minimal. Ye Hao was set on finishing his studies ahead of schedule.

“Now, you all understand the significance of a single credit, don’t you?” Leng Xue asked with a smile.

At her words, a spark of realization flickered in the eyes of every student. No one would underestimate the value of credits anymore.

“Alright, that’s it for today,” Leng Xue announced.

As the class began to rise, Leng Xue’s gaze settled on Ye Hao and Zhang Lan. “Ye Hao, Zhang Lan, stay behind, please.”

Ye Hao paused, his departure interrupted.

With the classroom emptied, Leng Xue turned to Ye Hao with a grin. “Ye Hao, would you prefer to be a teaching assistant or a party secretary?”

Both roles were prestigious in university, carrying significant influence. Leng Xue offered Ye Hao the first pick out of respect for his abilities.

“I’m not interested,” Ye Hao replied, surprising Leng Xue.

“Do you realize the advantages of being a teaching assistant or a party secretary? They’re given priority for national scholarships, and a party secretary could even become the student union president. Plus, they’re often favored in job applications.”

“I’m still not interested,” Ye Hao insisted. His focus was on his cultivation, leaving no room for such responsibilities.

Leng Xue was taken aback by Ye Hao’s lack of ambition.

“Miss Leng, if Ye Hao isn’t keen, may I take on a leadership role in the class?” Zhang Lan interjected, aiming to deflect the attention from Ye Hao.

Leng Xue’s voice carried a weighty tone. “Ye Hao will serve as the teaching assistant, and Zhang Lan will be the party secretary. Ye Hao, you’re expected to fulfill this role as a class leader.”

Ye Hao was at a loss for words. What kind of counselor behaves like that?

On campus, Zhang Lan noticed Ye Hao’s sullen mood and chuckled, “Are you really that reluctant to be a teaching assistant?”

“I just don’t like dealing with things that aren’t my concern,” Ye Hao admitted with a nod.

“Teaching assistants usually don’t have many responsibilities.”

“If the teacher asks me to do anything, I’ll pass it on to you,” Ye Hao said, as a thought struck him.

“And what will you be doing?”

“I’m busy.”

“With what?”

“Why are you so nosy?”

“Do you even know how to make conversation?” Zhang Lan was beginning to feel she didn’t quite get Ye Hao. He was quite the oddball.

“I should get going,” Ye Hao said with a smile, arriving at a crossroads.

Zhang Lan complained, “It’s so late, and you’re not offering to walk me home? That’s hardly gentlemanly.”

Ye Hao was about to decline when he suddenly felt a chilling presence. He then saw a spectral figure standing atop a nearby tree.

Previously, Ye Hao didn’t understand why his eyes had changed, but after beginning his cultivation journey, he realized that Divine Blood might eventually turn him into a cultivator.

At present, Ye Hao had reached the first level of Body Refining but had yet to master any formidable skills. Confronted with the eerie apparition, he quickly drew his bronze dagger.

As the dagger emerged, a piercing sword intent radiated outward, and the ghostly figure vanished.

Ye Hao breathed a sigh of relief. Clearly, not everyone was like the individual he had encountered in the warehouse.

“What a stunning dagger!” exclaimed Zhang Lan, her eyes sparkling.

Without a second thought, Yang Mo stowed the dagger away. He fixed a serious gaze on Zhang Lan and said sternly, “You shouldn’t be out alone at night from now on.”

“Why not?”

“There’s a ghost at our school.”

“Ye Hao, are you joking?” Zhang Lan smiled, trying to hide her amusement.

“Do I look like I’m joking?” Ye Hao responded, feeling a bit exasperated.

“Is this some kind of new joke?” Zhang Lan laughed heartily.

Ye Hao realized that convincing Zhang Lan was going to be a challenge. But considering that most spirits had minimal attacking power, he decided not to elaborate further.

There was still some way to go before reaching the girls’ dormitory. Concerned for Zhang Lan’s safety, Ye Hao offered, “Let me walk you back to your dorm.”

Zhang Lan couldn’t help but smile once more.

Unexpectedly, Ye Hao encountered Bai Hehua at the entrance to the girls’ dormitory.

Upon spotting Ye Hao, Bai Hehua’s eyes went wide. She broke into a run, charging toward him.

“Ye Hao, I’m going to kill you!”

Seeing this, Ye Hao spun on his heel and dashed back the way he had come.

The slight and frail Bai Hehua stood no chance of catching up with Ye Hao. Before long, she was panting from exhaustion.

“Why are you chasing Ye Hao?”

“He had the nerve to reject my request to add him as a friend online! I’m going to give him a piece of my mind.”

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