Translator: Dj22031
Editor: Dj22031
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A few minutes later, the two arrived at the back building of the temporary dormitory. There was a thick wall separating them, so the person standing at the front door would never hear their conversation.
After standing still, Du Qin spoke first: “Bai Yue, I’m no longer your class monitor. I hope you won’t call me that anymore.”
Compared to his previous pretence, his tone was now very cold.
“Then, Du Qin.” Bai Yue went along with it, “I think we don’t need to be so confrontational.”
“You misunderstand.” Du Qin said coldly, “I have no conflict with you.”
Although he said that, his attitude was completely different.
“If that’s all you wanted to say, we don’t need to waste our time.”
Bai Yue looked at him and suddenly asked, “Is it because of the first place?”
Du Qin: “…”
He pushed up his glasses.
Du Qin: “What do you mean?”
Bai Yue: “Just confirming. If it’s because of this…” He smiled, “After all, no one can be number one forever.”
Du Qin raised his chin, looking down at Bai Yue: “At least until you, this second-differentiated guy, came out.”
“How ironic. I’ve been number one for so long, and then I get this ranking in the important entrance exam.”
He smirked: “You’re gloating, aren’t you? Watching me lose time and time again, are you trying to show off? Or are you offering fake comfort?”
Bai Yue remained silent.
Unlike An Yu and Fang Zhenren, he believed that Du Qin was someone who could be communicated with. It was unnecessary to get stuck in a dead end over something like this.
Competition should be healthy.
He slowly said: “You’re very capable. Excellent grades, and you’re also good at interpersonal relationships.”
Perhaps not expecting to hear this response, Du Qin couldn’t help but frown.
Bai Yue: “Having a competitive spirit is a good thing. But rankings aren’t the most important thing.”
Du Qin heard this and felt nothing but sarcasm.
At this moment, he clenched his fists tightly: “You mean, you don’t care about the so-called ‘first place’? Are you mocking me? Something I’ve worked so hard for and missed, you easily got because of your genetic level.”
Bai Yue: “…”
Du Qin let out a long sigh: “Why does this kind of good thing happen to you? It’s great to be free of omega status, isn’t it? You felt honored that the military academy specially came to welcome you that day, right? Compared to you, I’m like a clown—”
“Why!”
At this point, he seemed to realize he was getting a little agitated, took off his glasses, wiped them, and put them back on.
When he spoke again, his tone had returned to calm: “I understand what you mean. There’s nothing to talk about between us.”
At this moment, the noise in front of the temporary dormitory building became somewhat loud, as if the upperclassmen had arrived. Du Qin turned around, seemingly wanting to leave. However, he was stopped by someone.
“Class monitor.”
“I’ve never thought that the secondary differentiation is a good thing.”
A gentle voice came from behind him. Du Qin paused.
“No one can guarantee to be first every time, I can’t, and neither can you.”
“I just think it’s a pity, the class monitor should have looked further ahead.”
The voice was very soft, as if carried by the wind to his ear. But the tone was unquestionable.
“However, you misunderstood something. ‘First place’ is certainly important to me… especially when it involves military merit.”
“Although I’m sorry. As a competitor, I will spare no effort to strive for a higher ranking in the future.”
Du Qin turned around and saw Bai Yue standing in the wind, his light gray short hair gently swaying. His eyes were slightly curved, but the color of his eyes was very light, and the smile inside could not be seen.
Du Qin couldn’t help but be stunned.
In his eyes, Bai Yue’s gender was somewhat ambiguous. He was neither like an omega nor a complete alpha. His body was in the boundary between the two.
He usually appeared gentle, but sometimes he could say things that sent chills down one’s spine.
“Class monitor, please prepare yourself.”
“Ah, sorry.” Bai Yue smiled faintly. “Du Qin.”
Du Qin left, his expression gloomy before he went. After he disappeared, Bai Yue’s smile faded.
He had initially thought the two might reconcile. But now it seemed the class monitor’s mind wouldn’t change so easily.
Unless he lost his S+ aptitude, the class monitor wouldn’t abandon his hostility.
Arriving at the front door of the temporary dormitory, the upperclassmen were already there, organizing and counting heads. They happened to see Bai Yue appear and ticked a box on the list: “You’re the only one missing.”
Bai Yue looked at Du Qin, who had already blended back into the crowd, displaying his usual friendly demeanor.
He looked away.
Afterwards, this large group, led by the upperclassmen, entered one of the classrooms in the main building.
The classroom was large, arranged in tiers from bottom to top. Even with over a hundred people crammed in, there were still many empty seats.
After all the new students were seated, the senior student first explained several important school rules and regulations. Violations could result in expulsion.
This initial show of force sent shivers down the spines of the new students.
Seeing that the demonstration had been sufficient, the senior student smiled slightly and then began explaining other trivial matters.
First, he distributed a black magnetic card to each new student.
This was the campus card for the Imperial Military Academy, bearing the school emblem. Due to the strict management of Imperial Academy, unauthorized entry was prohibited. Therefore, almost every gate was secured, requiring a card swipe for entry.
The available facilities varied depending on the student’s grade and military merit. Furthermore, this card could be used for all aspects of life on campus, including food, clothing, and accommodation.
The senior student said, “Currently, the card balance is 0. You can top it up at the student center later. Although the cost of living at Imperial Academy is high, there are also many opportunities to earn money; you can explore them after enrollment.”
“Senior, I’d like to know how to obtain military merit,” a student raised their hand.
For military academy students, “military merit” was more important than “money.”
It wasn’t just because the military merits collected within the school could be exchanged one-to-one for future military service, significantly accelerating promotions.
It was also because many high-tech military supplies could only be obtained through “military merits.”
The senior student nodded, indicating to be patient, and then had the freshmen download a software program.
This was internal software for the Imperial Military Academy, with an icon resembling the Imperial Academy emblem. However, only the homepage was visible; login required name, student ID, and password.
The senior student explained, “Your identity information has been entered into our school’s system. For now, you can log in using your name and exam number.”
Bai Yue logged in as instructed, and the homepage immediately redirected to another page displaying numerous small icons:
“Imperial Academy Forum,” “Grade Inquiry,” “Course Schedule,” “Email,” and so on. Besides these commonly used functions, the most eye-catching icon was one labelled “Military Merit Missions.”
However, the icon was currently dark and inoperable.
The senior student said, “Once you get your student ID numbers, you can apply for military merit assignments. Besides, you can also exchange your rankings in exams and competitions for military merit.”
After a brief explanation, the senior student went over other details, and the presentation temporarily ended.
He smiled at the hundreds of new students.
“Congratulations on becoming the latest batch of students at Imperial First University.”
“From the starting line, you’re already one step ahead of other military academy students.”
“Imperial First University can provide you with the richest resources and the broadest stage.”
“I wish you all the best in making your own achievements in this vast world!”
These words made the students, who had been recommended for admission, excited and eager to start school immediately, ready to announce to the world— they’ve arrived!
However, no matter how excited they were, there was still some time before the official start of school. After the presentation, they had to register at their dormitories.
Unlike the temporary dormitories for outsiders, the dormitories for Imperial First University students were very luxurious. Two people shared a room with their own bathroom. Each dormitory building also had a common entertainment area where people could freely gather.
The dormitories for alphas, betas, and omegas were far apart, almost diametrically opposed. Therefore, the hundred or so freshmen split into three groups after leaving the classroom, each heading towards their respective dormitories.
Although he was mentally prepared, Bai Yue was still stunned when he saw the magnificent white building.
Imperial First was incredibly wealthy.
Inside, the light was bright, and the corridors were spacious. It was more like an apartment building than a student dormitory.
After registering, Bai Yue received a key from the gatekeeper.
Arriving at his dormitory door, he found it ajar and unlocked.
Had his roommate arrived already?
He thought to himself, pushing the door open.
Inside, a tall figure came into view. The curtains were drawn back, letting in the warm sunlight.
The person stood by the window, their dazzling blond hair seemingly shimmering with golden light.
Hearing the sound, the person turned to look.
Bai Yue met their icy blue eyes.
It was Mu Sihan.
Since the other person was here, it meant he was indeed an alpha. However, his reaction on the airship that day was somewhat suspicious.
Nevertheless, Bai Yue didn’t show his emotions.
He entered the room, smiling, “What a coincidence. We’re not only seatmates, but also roommates.”
Mu Sihan: “…”
Bai Yue walked over and extended his hand: “We’ll be roommates for the next four years, let’s get along well. My name is Bai Yue.”
Bai Yue had already introduced himself when they met on the airship. However, the other person hadn’t told him his name then.
The blond man glanced at his outstretched hand.
This time, he didn’t ignore it. He looked up and placed his palm on top of the other’s: “Mu Sihan.”
With that, the entrance exam for the Imperial First Military Academy’s recommended students finally came to an end.
Soon, the new school year would begin. Returning students would return, and new students would begin their studies.
In the new imperial era of 412, the 0412 class of freshmen at the Imperial First Comprehensive Military Academy officially began their military academy life.
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