When they heard this grade, everyone was taken aback. They thought Bai Yu would be at least an A or higher, but they didn't expect such a lukewarm rating.
At this moment, all eyes were on Bai Yu, waiting to see his reaction.
However, he showed no emotion. He just calmly accepted the fact.
Bai Yu: "Thank you, teacher."
Scarface Man: "This matter was essentially resolved by you alone. Originally, we would have given you a very high score."
"But," he changed the subject, "before releasing the pheromones, you didn't consider the safety of the other passengers, and your post-handling was inadequate. If there hadn't been someone there to help you, I believe today, those omega students and you would all regret it for the rest of your lives."
Bai Yu remained silent.
He was aware of this matter himself, realizing that many details were not properly considered. However, because of this, he would be more cautious in his future release of pheromones.
After that, there was a long list. Scarface Man picked a few and gave brief evaluations before closing the file.
"The others are still asleep, so I won't say much about them."
Currently in the room were Bai Yu and only seven or eight other students. Although their ratings varied, they were all considered passable.
"You've all worked hard today. Your seniors will take you to temporary dormitories. Have a good rest and prepare for tomorrow's exams."
Upon hearing this, Lu Ke's entire face fell. He thought it was all over, but there were still exams to come?
The college entrance examination was like a narrow bridge for thousands to cross. He had thought that being recommended would be easier, so he studied hard to seize the opportunity. But now, he couldn't help but wonder, could the "gaokao" actually be easier?
Although the students looked worried, the examiners didn't provide much detail about the specific circumstances of the upcoming exam, only saying that they would know when the time came.
"Furthermore, regardless of how well you perform in the first test—even if you excel—if you fail the second exam, there is a risk of being eliminated."
The students present looked serious.
Although their ratings were not very high, it was clear from this rule how strict the school was. Getting an A grade didn't mean they were free from worries; they were all in the same situation.
"However, based on the performance of the first test, we have bonus point rules," Scarface Man said. "Mu Sihan and Bai Yu will each receive a base score of 5 points."
As the words fell, the students couldn't help but glance at each other. Although they knew both of them were very talented, why would they receive the same bonus points when one got an A and the other got a B?
"As for the reason, it's actually quite simple," Scarface Man paused. "Both of them, they both realized in advance that this was a test."
At these words, everyone was stunned.
Realized in advance that this was a test?
Whether it was the flight attendants or the interstellar bandits, they all performed flawlessly. They were terrified at the time and didn't notice any flaws. How did these two figure it out?
Seeing that the group of students still didn't understand, Scarface Man looked at the only student with an A grade. "Why don't you explain? What did you notice at the time?"
Mu Sihan didn't want to answer, but with the examiners and students all staring at him, he couldn't help but frown.
"A corpse," he answered coldly.
A corpse?
Upon hearing this, the students simultaneously looked at the alpha student who had been "shot," finally realizing the difference.
There were no external injuries on this person's body!
The firearm held by the "interstellar bandit" looked like a laser gun, but it might only have had a hypnotic effect.
When the passengers were hit, they passed out directly and fell onto their seats. Everyone was too surprised to notice anything wrong, let alone actively move the "corpse."
Except for Mu Sihan, that terrifying student.
Scarface Man looked at Bai Yu again. "You noticed this too, didn't you?"
Bai Yu replied, "I only noticed it afterward."
At the time, he merely found the passengers' reactions to being hit a bit strange, without thinking much of it. It wasn't until Mu Sihan fell in front of him and turned the body over that he noticed this anomaly.
Bai Yu said, "This was the biggest flaw. But after noticing this, all the other contradictions made sense."
"Other contradictions?" Scarface Man asked.
Bai Yu nodded. "Firstly, it's when the airship lowered the sunshade after approaching planet D-312."
For those who frequently traveled by airship, this would seem out of place—because it was completely unnecessary.
However, he had only taken an airship once before departure and had felt something was off at the time.
"I think the airship had already landed by then. But you didn't want us to see the people outside the window, so you intentionally isolated us."
Scarface Man fell silent, tacitly agreeing with this explanation.
"Additionally, after I shot the 'female leader,' she covered her wound. This action was probably to prevent me from realizing that she wasn't injured."
There were some other scattered clues afterward.
Scarface Man was somewhat surprised after hearing this. He hadn't expected this student to notice so many details.
Each student's rating was determined by multiple examiners. Now, in retrospect, the rating they gave to this student might have been a bit too low.
There was nothing else to attend to, so the students stood up one by one and walked out of the room.
Bai Yu was about to follow when he was stopped. Turning around, he saw the stern-looking examiner.
Scarface Man: "Do you have any objections to our rating?"
Bai Yu: "No." He smiled, "I am aware of my shortcomings and have a lot of room for improvement."
Upon hearing this, the examiner's expression softened slightly. "We have higher expectations for you."
When news came of a "S" qualification recommended student, almost all the teachers in the school went crazy with excitement. There were even proposals during seminars to consider canceling the test and admitting the student directly.
However, after discussion, this idea was ultimately abandoned. It would be unfair to other recommended students, and they also wanted to use this opportunity to see if this student lived up to the expectations.
The examiner's mouth curved up. The scars on his face stretched, making his expression even more sinister. But his tone was unexpectedly gentle: "I hope you will study hard at the military academy and undergo a transformation."
Bai Yu: "Yes."
Scarface Man nodded slightly. "You may go."
Bai Yu was about to leave when he was stopped again.
"Wait, there's one more thing." The examiner's expression seemed somewhat unnatural as he spoke, "Before enrollment, you need to apply to the department."
"I am from the Luhoa Military Academy," Bai Yu said.
Bai Yu had previously researched in advance. "Luhoa " was divided into three major departments: the Luhoa Military Academy, the Strategic Command Academy, and the Pheromone Research Academy.
The Luhoa Military Academy had the strongest overall ability, with many internship opportunities for students to go directly to the front lines. Therefore, it had the highest requirements for students' overall abilities.
The Strategic Command Academy. Most students would belong to the strategic command department, reporting intelligence and giving command suggestions from the rear to the front lines. It was the department with the most omega and beta students.
The Pheromone Research Academy. This academy had low requirements for students' genetic levels, but the students there were unparalleled in their control of pheromones. They excelled at maximizing benefits with minimal consumption, making this their forte.
However, he still had one more exam to go through. The mention of "departmental application" caught him off guard.
"The Luhoa Military Academy is the strongest department in Luhoa ," Scarface Man said gravely. "You should know which department to apply for."
Bai Yu understood. This was a recruitment pitch.
But he didn't respond, just politely smiled.
At this moment, Scarface Man saw the female leader passing by outside the window, cleared his throat, and resumed seriousness. "Anyway, good luck with the exam."
After bidding farewell to the examiner, Bai Yu walked out of the room. As soon as he stepped out, he saw Lu Ke pacing outside.
As soon as Lu Ke spotted him, he stopped in his tracks, seeming to want to approach but hesitating.
Bai Yu walked over proactively. "Do you have something to say to me?"
Lu Ke was taken aback for a moment, then mustered up his courage, his face turning red, and reached out his hand.
"E-even though I said a lot of bad things about alphas before, I-I still want to be friends with you. Is that okay?"
"Even though I said a lot of bad things about alphas before, I-I still want to be friends with you. Is that okay?"
"I know I said a lot of bad things about alphas before, but I've decided to exclude you!"
He spoke as if he were announcing some important conclusion, very solemnly.
Bai Yu looked at the other's palm. Then his gaze moved upward, landing on Lu Ke's cheeks. Lu Ke seemed very nervous, his lips visibly trembling.
Bai Yu's eyes softened, and he reached out to shake his hand. "Then, let's introduce ourselves again."
"I'm Bai Yu, an alpha."
After that, although Lu Ke still seemed a bit shy, he could finally communicate normally with him.
Following the instructions, the two arrived near the exit of the airfield. Many people had already gathered here, standing in groups.
And within each group, there was a student wearing a uniform.
Soon, the two found the leading senior. Judging from the uniform, she also seemed to be a student from Luhoa Luhoa Military Academy.
The senior sister noticed the two approaching and waved them over. After checking their names off the list, she marked two ticks. "Good, everyone's here."
By her side, about fifty students had already gathered. Except for those who were on the same airship as Bai Yu just now, the others were all unfamiliar faces.
Mu Sihan had arrived here earlier, standing apart from the crowd. It was as if he had erected a wall around himself, completely disconnected from all the noise and bustle.
The senior sister leading the group walked towards the outskirts. It was only then that everyone noticed several hover buses parked outside the airfield.
However, there were subtle differences in their design compared to regular buses. They looked more high-tech in design, and their size was considerably smaller, only slightly larger than common hover cars.
Seeing this, were they going to fit dozens of them into this car to go to the temporary dormitory? Could it accommodate them all?
The leading senior sister seemed to have guessed their thoughts and turned back, saying, "Don't worry, it's quite spacious inside."
With skeptical minds, the group walked up, but when they saw the interior, they were all stunned.
Although it looked like an ordinary small hover bus from the outside, the interior was actually several times larger than the exterior. Even with fifty people, there was plenty of space, let alone a hundred or more.
"The number of people who passed the test this year is fewer than previous years, so there's still plenty of space left. Just take a seat wherever," the senior sister said before taking the driver's seat herself.
"W-wait, senior sister," a student swallowed nervously, "are you going to drive?"
In his mind, only experienced drivers should be able to drive such large vehicles!
The senior sister had already started the engine. "Is there a problem?" she asked.
"N-no, no problem."
The questioning student silently sat in the nearest seat. Without seat belts, he gripped the handle tightly.
Bai Yu and Lu Ke sat together. Mu Sihan still sat alone at the back.
The senior sister glanced at the rearview mirror, smiled slightly after confirming that everyone was seated, and said, "Alright, let's go."
The hover bus shot out like an arrow. A regular bus could never reach such speeds.
Surprisingly, despite the fast speed, the people inside the bus didn't feel uncomfortable.
The student who had been gripping the handle tightly just moments ago quietly released his grip and awkwardly touched his nose.
As the hover bus left the airfield and flew towards the temporary dormitories for the students, those who had been unconscious due to pheromones finally began to wake up.
Except for a small number who passed, most were rated as D grade.
Upon learning that they would be sent back as soon as they arrived, everyone showed a look of despair.
Li Canxing never imagined that after his tearful farewell with his fans in his last livestream before departure, he would return home empty-handed in less than a day.
He couldn't believe it. "Teacher, I have an A grade. Luhoa can't just send me back, I'll regret it!"
The examiner was a bit impatient.
Over the years, he had often been responsible for arranging for the students who failed to return home. And without exception, these students had similar reactions.
Either they cried and blamed themselves, or they complained that the examiners were unfair.
"You're from Luhoa ?" the examiner glanced at his file. "There are plenty of students from Luhoa with A grades. If you really want to get into the military academy, go back and take the college entrance exam."
"But... but," Li Canxing still refused to accept it. "Why am I the only one who failed? I don't see others with higher genetic grades or outstanding performance being rejected. Why are they allowed in?"
"Those people at least resisted. What about you? What did you do from start to finish? Hiding under your chair, avoiding reality?" the examiner retorted.
Li Canxing never imagined that his every move and word would be scrutinized so closely. If he had known it was a test, he would never have acted like such a coward.
Seeing the expression on the student's face, the examiner probably guessed what he was thinking.
Unfortunately, just to prevent students from having such thoughts, they had never actively informed them of the test content. And they adjusted the format of the exam every year.
But even more disgruntled than Li Canxing was the group led by Huang Mao. They had paid so much money to secure their spots, so how could they just be sent back after a day-long trip to space?
Huang Mao exclaimed, "You want to refund my tuition! Give back my family's money!"
"Money?" The examiner was puzzled.
"That guy surnamed Li, tell him to come out!" Huang Mao demanded.
The examiner pondered for a moment, then suddenly realized, "That person was just a temporary worker from the admissions office. He was kicked out a long time ago due to irregularities."
He glanced at the list. "Although your registration information was tampered with to indicate 'Luhoa ,' someone like you, with your mentality, should have known that you could never qualify for a scholarship."
Huang Mao was too angry to speak. "You... you..."
The examiner added, "All your actions on the airship were being monitored. It's better for you to go home now and study hard for the college entrance exam. Students."