Chapter 181: Thank-You Letter! A Special Way to Kill!

"Holy crap? An S-rank mission?!"

Hearing the voice announcement, the others in the hall immediately widened their eyes.

Just now they had all been discussing whether Xu Jingming could compare to Zhang Yue, who had recently broken through to the fourth tier.

Never expected that in the blink of an eye, Xu Jingming had directly used an S-rank mission to climb to the top of the Glory Board!

"Tsk tsk, this Glory Board has only been out for two days, and someone has already completed an S-rank mission."

"Right? And it was done solo — that's just too strong!"

"The Glory Board distributes rewards every month based on rankings, then resets the records. Wonder what kind of reward first place will get."

"Whatever the reward is, it's badass no matter what!"

"True that, the big shot is just too fierce!"

"......"

Only those who enter the top 50 of the Glory Board can receive rewards.

The vast majority of people present had no such chance.

But that didn't stop them from paying Xu Jingming the respect due to a strong expert.

"So the Glory Rankings are something new that just came out recently."

From the surrounding chatter, Xu Jingming finally understood what the Glory Board was all about.

This kind of reward-based ranking board could indeed motivate everyone to be more active in completing missions.

It's just that the commotion after completing an S-rank mission was really a bit too over the top......

"I thought I'd be the first to complete an S-rank mission, didn't expect someone to beat me to it."

Just as Xu Jingming was about to turn and leave.

Accompanied by a hearty laugh, a tall, lean young man walked into the hall from outside.

The youth had a handsome appearance, short hair, deep eyes, and a faint chill emanating from his whole body.

"Xu Jingming, I've heard your name for a long time. Didn't expect you to be this amazing — fame truly pales next to meeting in person."

The young man came before Xu Jingming with an admiring gaze and generously extended his right hand:

"I've always liked making friends with the strong. My name is Yao Fang, nice to meet you."

"It's Bingshan Yao Fang!"

"From the way he's talking, did he also complete an S-rank mission?"

"Unbelievable — Xu Jingming completed an S-rank mission even faster than Bingshan!"

"Bingshan is actually taking the initiative to make friends — Xu Jingming's strength really has reached the top tier!"

"......"

The young man's appearance immediately sparked hushed discussion among the crowd in the hall.

Yao Fang, a senior at Mo Da, tier-four lower rank, possessed an A-rank ice-element ability.

Unlike Zhang Yue, who had just advanced, Yao Fang had been at the fourth tier for nearly half a year.

His strength was formidable, ranking within the top five among all Mo Da students.

Because of one particular move that froze an entire Shanfeng, he earned the nickname 'Bingshan'.

But unlike his nickname, Yao Fang's personality was actually on the cheerful side.

He sometimes even helped out juniors, and had a very good reputation among the student body.

Of course,

having a good personality didn't mean he made friends casually.

Anyone he acknowledged was without exception a strong expert......

"Hello."

Xu Jingming reached out and gave him a brief handshake, then let go.

He had naturally heard of Yao Fang's name too, just hadn't expected the other to have such a good personality.

"I had originally made a bet with those Blood Hand guys over who would complete an S-rank mission first, but we all lost."

Yao Fang shook his head, seeming a bit regretful, yet also seeming pleased to have made Xu Jingming's acquaintance.

Before this, he had also heard Xu Jingming's name.

But he had only thought of him as a rising newcomer, and hadn't paid much attention.

After all, as a top-tier university, Mo Da saw a great many talented new students emerge every year.

But now it was completely different.

Having completed an S-rank mission solo, Xu Jingming was no longer some rising newcomer, but a top-tier expert just like them!

And he also possessed an S-rank ability — his future was bright!

For a figure like this, Bingshan was naturally willing to befriend, and even willing to introduce to other friends.

"Brother Xu, I'm going to submit my mission first. Next chance I get, I'll introduce you to Blood Hand and the others."

Yao Fang smiled and patted Xu Jingming's shoulder, then went off to submit his mission.

Students had their own circles too — the 'Blood Hand' he spoke of.

was naturally also a strong expert with a special nickname.

"Sure."

Xu Jingming gave a slight nod, and didn't leave right away.

Instead he stepped aside, wanting to see whether Yao Fang would also get an S-rank mission announcement.

Sure enough, after Yao Fang submitted his mission, a resonant voice rang out:

"Congratulations, Yao Fang, student number 【blank】, has completed the Tianming Sect S-rank mission, and has risen to second place on the Glory Rankings!!"

On the holographic honor board, Yao Fang's name rose to second place, multiple spotlights shining upon him.

Yet Yao Fang felt no embarrassment or discomfort—on the contrary, he seemed to enjoy it.

"This Yao Fang's personality is quite different from mine."

Shaking his head, Xu Jingming didn't dwell on it, turned, and left the mission hall, heading back to his dorm.

But on the way, he received a call from Vice Principal Ling Shuang, asking him to come to her office.

"Strange—how did Vice Principal Ling know I was back?"

Xu Jingming stared blankly after hanging up the call.

Still, he immediately changed direction and headed for the Combat Techniques Library.

"Principal, I've come."

Ten minutes later,

Xu Jingming arrived at Vice Principal Ling Shuang's office in the Combat Techniques Library.

The office wasn't large—only about fifty square meters.

Yet it was exquisitely decorated in classical Daya style, radiating an ancient, elegant charm.

On the rustic black wooden desk, incense burned, filling the entire office with a faint, serene fragrance.

Breathing it in made one feel instantly refreshed—clearly not an ordinary item.

Behind the desk, Vice Principal Ling Shuang sat clad in a black ancient-style robe.

Her long, rounded legs were concealed beneath the robe, yet a hint of Bai Xi could be glimpsed.

Contrary to her hidden legs, her delicate jade feet were completely uncovered, boldly exposed to the air.

Like exquisite ice cream, smooth and fine, one couldn't help but imagine biting into them.

Vice Principal Ling Shuang appeared to be in meditation, eyes half-closed, breathing in a steady, rhythmic pattern.

Xu Jingming could even sense the vast Yuan energy swirling around her.

If the Yuan energy Xu Jingming drew during his own cultivation was a small stream,

then the Yuan energy Ling Shuang attracted was like an ocean—immense and powerful.

Soon, Ling Shuang ended her meditation.

Her long eyelashes trembled slightly as her eyes slowly opened.

Her phoenix-like gaze turned to Xu Jingming, her exquisite face smiling as she said:

"You performed well on this S-class mission.

Jin Ning City sent a letter of thanks yesterday, detailing your performance during the mission.

They expressed sincere gratitude to you and to our entire Magic Capital Institute of Psychic Abilities."

Outside, Magic Capital students represent the institute.

Especially Xu Jingming, as an S-class student—he represents the Magic Capital Institute even more.

Completing missions well ensures the institute doesn't lose face.

Xu Jingming didn't just complete the mission—he made Jin Ning City voluntarily send a letter of thanks.

This alone proves his outstanding performance in this mission.

"It's all thanks to your teaching, Principal," Xu Jingming grinned.

Of course,

his words weren't entirely flattery.

After all, without the space rune tablet Ling Shuang gave him,

he might have been more cautious during the mission, delaying its completion.

"You've got quite the tongue."

Ling Shuang chuckled lightly, not at all offended.

Ordinary students, upon seeing her—an eighth-rank Grand Master—

either dared not breathe or bowed in reverence, terrified of displeasing her.

Only Xu Jingming could be slightly more lively.

"By the way, Chen Laoshi Lin returned to Jingda yesterday—you won't need to seek him out anymore."

"So soon? Didn't Chen Laoshi plan to stay here for half a month?"

Xu Jingming was surprised.

Though he'd already learned Lei Shen Zhi, he wouldn't mind learning more of its techniques from Chen Laoshi Lin.

"Chen Laoshi came here solely to deliver the manual and, incidentally, teach you.

Since you've already mastered Lei Shen Zhi, there's no reason for him to stay longer."

Ling Shuang hadn't expected Xu Jingming's enlightenment to be so extraordinary.

When Chen Laoshi came to bid her farewell yesterday, she'd barely believed it.

After all, even she—with her S-class space ability—

needed over a month to learn an S-class combat technique...

"Also, to further motivate students to complete Tianming Sect missions,

we plan to showcase some outstanding battle footage on the school's official website.

This includes some of your recorded combat scenes—would you be willing?"

Ling Shuang waved her jade hand; virtual light converged into a holographic projection.

The footage playing was unmistakably Xu Jingming's battle scenes during his Jin Ning City mission.

"No problem."

Xu Jingming naturally wouldn't refuse.

"That's good then."

Hearing Ling Shuang nodded slightly. "I've pretty much watched all your videos. The visual effects are quite good — posting them on the official site should get a decent number of views.

However, I noticed in the videos that the way you kill enemies seems a bit unusual?"