Chapter 1257 - 1255: Mentor Selection

Chapter 1257: Chapter 1255: Mentor Selection

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"Can I meet the two mentors?"

Faced with a difficult choice, Gu Xi hesitated for a moment and finally made a request.

Zong Tai, who was initially easygoing, shook his head.

"I’m afraid that’s not possible. Not to mention that the graduate mentors have their own games to play. Even if they’re available now, there’s no such thing as students choosing mentors.

Most graduate students have considered their direction before applying.

Before enrollment every year, who can free up space, how many slots are available, all decided from the start.

Students sign up for exams based on their situation.

Or communicate with a mentor in advance to confirm which mentor to apply under.

Your situation is really unheard of."

Just when Gu Xi felt stuck, Tang Shuang next to him said, "Teacher Zong, unheard of doesn’t mean it can’t happen.

I remember a mentor discovering a promising student and willingly increasing their teaching capacity."

"That’s a perk for more advanced mentors with free rein, like the two Level 55 graduate mentors in the school. They pick students as they please.

No one can say anything about them."

Zong Tai shook his head, denying Tang Shuang’s words.

There are things you can’t set a precedent for.

Once you do, it just leads to more troubles ahead.

At this point, Gu Xi fell silent once more, not intending for Tang Shuang to plead for him, but truly contemplating which mentor would be better.

Actually, Gu Xi had read "Taishan Prefect’s Secret Record" four times.

Each time, he read something different from it.

This led Gu Xi to understand that he’s on the path of the Lord of Mount Tai, but if he only aims for Level 45, to become the Lord of Mount Tai, this path is fine.

But to breakthrough past Level 45, Gu Xi must forge his own path.

Adding new elements here and there, that’s what Gu Xi desires.

At this point, Gu Xi looked up and said to Zong Tai, "I am willing to learn from the elder mentor."

Upon hearing Gu Xi’s words, both Zong Tai and Tang Shuang turned to look at him.

A flicker of discontent crossed Tang Shuang’s eyes.

I haven’t finished my part, why did you just decide?

Gu Xi smiled at Tang Shuang, with a hint of apology in his eyes, then turned to Zong Tai and said, "Please contact the mentor for me.

I’ve thought it through and am willing to learn from the elder mentor."

Seeing Gu Xi’s determination, Tang Shuang closed her mouth, though she was still fuming.

Clearly upset about Gu Xi’s decision.

Despite having curtailed Zong Tai’s stance, hoping to squeeze an extra spot from a mentor on the Taishan Prefect’s path.

Gu Xi’s choice promptly rendered her efforts fruitless.

At this moment, Gu Xi stepped ahead, holding Tang Shuang’s hand, softly soothing, "You haven’t graduated yet, and later you’ll teach in Yin City. Don’t offend anyone because of me."

After speaking, Gu Xi looked over at Zong Tai.

Tang Shuang understood now that the admissions office may lack power but certainly has vast connections.

They are the type to not accomplish much but definitely can derail things.

If Tang Shuang were about to graduate and leave, it would be fine.

But Gu Xi knew Tang Shuang’s future plans well.

She seeks a job at Netherworld University, or at least to teach in another school in Yin City.

So she can’t afford to offend figures like Zong Tai.

Realizing this, Tang Shuang gradually stopped being angry, though she still glared at Gu Xi.

"I’m worried about you, can’t you see?"

"I see, which is why I can’t let you do this."

Seeing this, Zong Tai, whose anger was provoked by Tang Shuang earlier, began to cool down.

Oh well, Tang Shuang did this for love, confronting him.

And Gu Xi, too, made a choice early, for love.

Love, such a wonderful reason.

Who says the Undead Mage has no feelings?

"Wait a moment, I’ll notify the mentor now.

This matter will be handled swiftly."

Zong Tai spoke as he took out a communication tool to contact the elder mentor he mentioned.

While waiting, Zong Tai poured two cups of tea for Gu Xi and Tang Shuang, suggesting they relax here and not stir up further trouble.

Initially, Gu Xi had no intention of touching the tea placed in front of him.

But Tang Shuang was well aware of the tea’s characteristics.

"Drink, this is Netherworld Tea. It’s popular in Yin City, hard to come by.

It’s beneficial for professions aligned with the Undead."

Gu Xi paused, then picked up the teacup and took a sip.

At first sip, Gu Xi immediately felt a cold sensation rising from his stomach.

Soon, a layer of ice appeared on his skin.

His skin gradually turned bluish-gray.

Seeing Gu Xi’s appearance, Tang Shuang giggled.

"Finish it in one go; don’t worry, it’ll wear off soon."

At this moment, Zong Tai also glanced at Gu Xi, noticing the change, and remarked, "By the way, once the phenomenon dissipates, see if you notice any changes."

Gu Xi nodded vigorously but found himself completely stiff, unable to speak.

This condition lasted for about three minutes before fading.

Gu Xi then quickly focused on himself.

No issues with attributes, no level up, no experience... Wait, without doing anything, the experience of passive skills increased significantly.

Gu Xi instantly realized what this Netherworld Tea is for.

It’s used when students experience phenomena while reading books.

Drinking the tea quickly mitigates the phenomena in three to five minutes.

Players don’t have to read for ten-plus minutes, then rest for an hour or two.

This naturally boosts the reading efficiency.

Thereby systematically advancing their passive skills quickly.

Understanding this, Gu Xi picked up the teacup again, quietly sipping.

This time, he seriously felt the effects of Netherworld Tea on his body.

Right then, urgent footsteps were heard outside the door.

Without hearing any knocks, the door abruptly opened.

A red-haired woman in a black robe walked right in.