Chapter 2
Mo Fan: You're a transmigrator too, aren't you?! Showing off at the opening cere
September 1st is a day that all magic students eagerly await.
This day carries far greater weight and grander significance than any other holiday.
Because today, they will experience the most important moment of their lives.
Magic Awakening.
Which magic element they awaken almost determines their future path in magic.
But all of this has nothing to do with Lin Mian.
It's all because he awakened to self-awareness so early and even brought Mika out of the special summoning dimension.
Walking along the tree-lined path of Tianlan Magic High School, Lin Mian felt out of place amidst the noisy crowd around him.
Firstly, he was born with a handsome and dashing appearance, radiating brilliance wherever he stood in a crowd.
Secondly, there was the little orange-red sprite perched on his shoulder, its round eyes looking around, its appearance so well-behaved and adorable that it was simply too cute to look at.
With just one person and one elf, they attract 100% attention wherever they go on campus.
"That one... isn't he Lin Mian, the only one this year to be admitted to Tianlan Magic High School without taking the entrance exam, and the genius who even awakened his summoning ability?"
"That's right, it's him! When the news of his awakening of the Summoning ability first came out, Imperial Capital Academy, Pearl Academy, Songcheng Academy... they all rushed to offer him positions!"
"I heard about it too! He rejected them all outright and insisted on staying at our Tianlan Magic High School. Such exceptional geniuses are truly rare. I thought he'd end up like Mu Ningxue!"
"By the way, what's that little pet on his shoulder? It's so cute! I really want one too!"
The surrounding chatter rose and fell, and almost all eyes were fixed on Lin Mian.
But he paid no attention to that and was only focused on finding the direction of the principal's office.
Although Tianlan Magic High School is only a high school in a small town, it never hesitates to reward truly outstanding students.
Stardust artifacts, magical tools, and even large sums of cash are all possible.
Lin Mian planned to take Mika to see Principal Zhu, show off his skills, and exchange them for rewards to buy light attribute spirit seed fragments to improve Mika's strength.
"Mika~"
Mika wagged her little tail listlessly.
Yesterday it only ate a few ordinary bananas, and for it, which craved rare and precious materials with light attributes, its mouth was practically tasteless.
"Don't worry, Xiaomi, you'll be fine once you see Principal Zhu," Lin Mian reassured her softly.
Just then, a figure whistling through the air suddenly rushed in front of him.
"Holy crap, Lao Mian! You...you're a time traveler too, aren't you?!"
The person who arrived was Mo Fan.
His eyes were wide open as he stared intently at Mika on Lin Mian's shoulder, his voice trembling with urgency.
Mo Fan didn't sleep a wink last night, his heart filled with trepidation about the awakening of magic.
He was terrified that, as a transmigrator, he wouldn't even be able to awaken magic in the end.
But when he entered the campus today, he saw a familiar elf perched on his best friend's shoulder.
In the game "Seer", there is Mika, the prince of the Light Clan!
When the fellow sees the fellow, tears well up.
Mo Fan was so excited he almost cried on the spot.
"Huh? Mo Fan, what did you say?"
Lin Mian scratched his head, looking bewildered, and pretended not to understand.
"Let me introduce you. Its name is Xiaomi, and it's a partner I brought from the summoning dimension."
Mo Fan stared at Lin Mian with suspicion, but the other party's expression was natural, showing no sign of anything amiss.
"Summoning a dimension... and it can even summon Mika?"
Mo Fan's magical knowledge is currently shallow, and he has no idea how many strange and wonderful creatures are hidden in the summoning plane.
To put it bluntly, he's completely ignorant about the law.
"Stop daydreaming and read more books." Lin Mian patted his shoulder. "Preparing for your magical awakening is the important thing today."
It wasn't that he didn't want to acknowledge his fellow townsmen; it was just that Mo Fan had such a loose tongue.
If it gets exposed, and triggers some kind of butterfly effect, the losses outweigh the gains.
"Oh right! Magic awakening!" Mo Fan slapped his forehead, instantly putting aside his previous doubts.
"Old Mian, you've already awakened to your own potential, do you have any experience to share?"
For Mo Fan right now, whether he can awaken, and what kind of element he can awaken, is the most important thing that will determine his future.
A monster like Lin Mian could easily save him from countless detours with just a few pointers.
Lin Mian smiled slightly and casually said, "I guess you can awaken the fire element."
After saying that, he left without waiting for Mo Fan's bewildered gaze.
Because of Mo Fan's obstruction, by the time Lin Mian arrived at the principal's office, it was already deserted.
Principal Zhu has already gone to the magic training ground.
The opening ceremony, freshman speeches, magic awakening ceremonies... all will be held there.
Lin Mian, on the other hand, was chosen to be an outstanding freshman representative to go on stage.
Left with no other choice, he had to temporarily abandon the idea of receiving the reward and head to the training ground, planning to find the principal after the awakening ceremony was over.
Not long after, the opening ceremony officially began.
Principal Zhu slowly walked up to the platform.
"Welcome, students, to Tianlan Magic High School."
"I know that most of you have been waiting for this exciting moment. But before we begin, I have a few words to say to you."
On the spacious magic training ground, 1,500 new students stood in neat rows, with twenty class formations arranged in an orderly fashion, creating a magnificent scene.
Some were excited, some were nervous, some were full of anticipation, and some were filled with anxiety.
But when Principal Zhu spoke, everyone raised their heads in unison.
"Classmates, what do you think is the purpose of becoming a magician?"
Principal Zhu's voice echoed throughout the hall.
"To make money easily!"
"For beautiful women and status!"
"For fame and power!"
The students offered a variety of answers.
Principal Zhu simply shook his head slightly.
"Children, true magicians, no matter what realm we are in, should never forget our mission: to explore the path of humanity's progress and to protect the millions of our compatriots behind us."
"Don't forget that beyond your peaceful city, countless ferocious demons are eyeing our homeland with predatory intent."
At this point, Principal Zhu's gaze suddenly sharpened, turning towards Class 8 of Grade 1.
"And among you, there is one who has done exceptionally well! That is—Lin Mian!"
Lin Mian was stunned on the spot.
Why did you suddenly bring yourself up in the middle of the conversation?
The students around him also looked bewildered.
In their eyes, Lin Mian was just handsome, talented, and had awakened the summoning ability.
It has absolutely nothing to do with the mission of a magician, right?
After all, Lin Mian hasn't made any significant contributions yet.
For example, hunting demons or monsters.
"I know you have doubts," Principal Zhu said steadily.
"That's why I say Lin Mian is a role model for all of you."
"It's because he had offers from three top universities—the Imperial Capital Academy, the Pearl Academy, and the Songcheng Academy—yet he resolutely gave up a smooth and dazzling future and chose to stay in his hometown, at Tianlan Magic High School."
"I once asked him why, and he told me that the students in Bocheng need a leader."
"He stayed in Bo City to set an example, to inspire more students to love magic, and to encourage more people to fight for their hometown."
"His greatest wish is that one day, the entire city of Bo will become famous because of its students!"
Principal Zhu's voice, amplified by magic, resonated throughout every corner of the training ground, clearly settling in the hearts of everyone present.
The entire venue fell into a deathly silence.
Those students who were still whispering and only envying Lin Mian's looks and talent were all stunned at this moment, and their eyes were all focused on that tall figure in Class 8 of the first year of high school.
Lin Mian himself was somewhat amused and exasperated.
He did say those words, but Principal Zhu elevated them to the level of being the backbone of his hometown and a benchmark of the times.
This weight is a bit too heavy.
However... being stared at by the entire school, including quite a few girls with shining eyes, Lin Mian secretly felt a little pleased.
Mika on the shoulder seemed to sense the atmosphere. It put its little arms to its chest, raised its little head, and in its cute appearance, it also revealed a calm and proud attitude just like its owner.
Principal Zhu looked at Lin Mian, his voice filled with satisfaction and pride:
"Lin Mian gave up better resources, but chose to take responsibility."
"This isn't foolishness; it's the honor and responsibility of being a citizen of Bo City, and a future magician!"
"I want you all to remember this: Magic is never a tool for indulging in pleasure or chasing after empty fame."
"It is the power that empowers you to protect this land, and makes your hometown proud!"
His words resonated deeply, making many students blush. Their initial restlessness and ambition were quietly suppressed at that moment.
After Principal Zhu's speech, it was Lin Mian's turn.
Lin Mian said a few words casually, and the students returned to their respective classes to begin their magical awakening!