Chapter 249: What Are We Waiting For?
Chapter 249: What Are We Waiting For?
Interstellar Exchange Student?!
Qiao Sang's expression froze, and she stood there like a statue, completely dumbfounded.
A series of interstellar elements she had seen on TV news—research vessels, space pirates, space architecture, and star beasts—flashed through her mind one after another.
Even if we consider the entire interstellar space, Dragon Nation was just a tiny speck, especially when compared to the other three habitable planets humans had colonized.
Dragon Nation had 13 regions, and the Yuhua Region alone had 11 provinces. Hanggang City was just one of the 12 municipalities in Zhehai Province.
On the surface, Dragon Nation seemed quite large.
But in reality, Dragon Nation was just one of hundreds of countries on Blue Star.
Although space tourism had become very advanced, the exorbitant costs meant it was still a luxury only the ultra-wealthy could afford.
This was one of the reasons Qiao Sang had initially wanted to participate in the Interstellar Cup.
If she were selected for the Interstellar Cup, she could visit and tour other planets with all expenses covered.
Now that she had somehow found herself in a world with an interstellar backdrop, who would want to stay on one planet forever?
What Qiao Sang hadn't expected was that she hadn't even left her province yet, and now she had the chance to visit other planets!
To miss such an opportunity would be a sin against nature!
Liu Yao watched Qiao Sang's expression change, her face finally turning red with excitement, and he couldn't help but smile in understanding.
Well, it's said.
Even if Qiao Sang meets the requirements but loses in the Junior Year competition, he would only have to wait one more year.
Next year, if Qiao Sang wins the Provincial First Place, he could still return to his research.
With this thought, Liu Yao's regret vanished, and he smiled. "Every year, the country has a few Interstellar Exchange Student slots, but they're not easy to get."
"This year, our Interstellar Cup ranking wasn't high, so the number of Exchange Student slots has been reduced from five to three."
Qiao Sang snapped back to reality and asked in surprise, "The Interstellar Cup ranking is tied to the Exchange Student slots?"
"Did you think the resources for an Interstellar Exchange Student were easy to come by? All the resources in the interstellar space are earned by our country", Liu Yao said calmly. "The strong get stronger, and the weak get weaker. It's a law of nature."
"But don't think the three slots are few. Some countries don't even have one. Most of the Interstellar Exchange Student slots are selected from college students, so three slots for high school students are already quite good."
"So, how do I get one of those slots?" Qiao Sang asked.
Liu Yao smiled. "Generally, Interstellar Exchange Students are selected from Sophomore Year and Junior Year students across the country. They are chosen from those who excel academically or have exceptional Beastmaster talent. You definitely fall into the latter category."
Qiao Sang: "."
You didn't have to say that last part, Qiao Sang thought to herself. She wanted to argue, but considering her current situation in class, she felt embarrassed.
Liu Yao continued, "Among such students, the country usually selects from the National School Beastmaster League. Being a provincial champion in a certain grade is impressive, but on a national level, it's not enough. Just in Yuhua Region alone, there are 11 provinces, and each has its own champions in different grades."
"Even if you make it to the national finals in the Senior Year competition, the country will still prioritize Sophomore Year and Junior Year students when the slots are limited."
At this point, Liu Yao straightened his back, his gaze intense as he stared at Qiao Sang, and he said seriously:
"But you are different. Your Beastmaster Codex has a third page. In my memory, I have never heard of a 15-year-old who has developed their Brain Domain to such a degree."
Qiao Sang listened silently, wondering if she was really that impressive.
"If you participate in the Sophomore Year segment of the competition, you would likely need to win the national championship to have a chance. However, if you join the Junior Year segment, you can rely on your own strength to make it to the Regional Tournament. With your three-page Beastmaster Codex, you would definitely catch the attention of the national selectors, and you would have a very good chance of securing the Exchange Student slot", Liu Yao explained.
He wasn't completely without confidence that Qiao Sang would eventually secure the Interstellar Exchange Student slot.
However, there were only three slots available, and the number of slots allocated to talented Junior Year students in recent years was uncertain.
If only one slot was available, it would likely be reserved for a Junior Year student, meaning Qiao Sang would need to reach Junior Year to have a real chance.
A 15-year-old with a three-page Beastmaster Codex and a 17-year-old who just developed their third page are in entirely different categories.
In the end, he couldn't bear to see such a talented child waste their time in a small place like Hanggang.
While Hanggang City was a provincial capital, it was still a small place compared to the outside world.
After listening for a while, Qiao Sang finally understood.
She needed to participate in the Junior Year segment of the competition and make it to the Regional Tournament to have a chance at the slot.
In other words, the slot wasn't guaranteed.
"Do you understand?" Liu Yao asked.
"I understand", Qiao Sang replied solemnly. "Making it to the Regional Tournament isn't enough. I need to win the Finals to ensure the slot is mine!"
Liu Yao: "???"
After school, Qiao Sang headed straight to the star beast training institute she had visited before.
"Boss, make me a month's supply of Energy Pills according to this recipe", Qiao Sang said, placing the cultivation plan in front of the man.
While many people bought Energy Pills, it was rare for someone to request a custom blend according to a specific recipe.
Seeing the wealthy regular customer in front of him, the man quickly set aside his nearly winning hand and enthusiastically welcomed her.
The two Sandgophers sitting at the table exchanged a knowing glance and quietly swapped their cards.
By the time Qiao Sang returned home, it was already 6:43 PM.
In the living room, Qiao Sang addressed her three familiars seriously. "The plan has changed. We need to work hard for the next month. In a month, we will be competing against opponents who have had two more years of training!"
Qiao Sang was absolutely confident that she would be able to participate in the Junior Year segment of the competition.
The Evolution of Treasure Seeker was due to happen in the next few days.
Even if Aquariana hadn't experienced a heartbreak, its current Level data in the Beastmaster Codex indicated that it would naturally Evolve within a month, thanks to the Golden Finger.
"Fangy!"
Fangy wagged its tail, eyes bright with excitement, and nodded.
It loved competitions!
"Lulu!" Aquariana glanced at Fangy and quickly nodded as well.
"Xun"
Treasure Seeker responded a bit absentmindedly.
Compared to competitions, it preferred the upcoming Bare-handed Tile Split.
Qiao Sang immediately noticed Treasure Seeker's lack of enthusiasm. She smiled and said, "Didn't you used to watch the stars every night? If we win, we'll have the chance to see space up close."
"Xunxun!"
Treasure Seeker first looked dazed, then quickly floated toward the courtyard.
Why wait! Let's start training!
(End of Chapter)
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