Chapter 573: The Assessment

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Central Hollow University? The top-ranked elite institution?

Qiao Sang was momentarily stunned and asked, “They can come over in just a week?”

Tang Yi explained, “Central Hollow University has people stationed on Chaosu Star. They will notify the local representatives to conduct the assessment, and the entire process will be recorded and sent back.”

So that’s how it is..

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Qiao Sang immediately said, “Alright, I’ll go check it out.”

Without further discussion, she hung up the phone.

She swiped down her screen and connected to the Star Network.

Unlike regular networks, which only work within planetary signal coverage, the Star Network enables information sharing across celestial bodies.

Naturally, this also meant higher costs, which was why Qiao Sang rarely used it.

She typed in

Central Hollow University

and clicked on the official website.

Soon, she found the special admission registration portal.

Online registration was quite convenient. Even if she didn’t have a suitable photo in her phone’s gallery, she could simply use facial recognition to take one on the spot.

After filling in all the required information, Qiao Sang checked the assessment details.

[Pet Energy Value Test (50 points), 2v2 Pet Battle Test (150 points), Pet Double Battle Test (150 points), Secret Realm Survival Test (200 points)]

Secret Realm Survival Test?

Qiao Sang was taken aback. She thought,

At Zhidiya University, it was just a simulated survival test. But Central Hollow University is doing an actual Secret Realm Survival Test?

But Chaosu Star doesn’t have any Secret Realms, how will they manage that?

When in doubt, ask someone.

Qiao Sang quickly opened her chat app, found Tang Yi, and sent a message:

[Have you seen the test details? Do you know how the Secret Realm Survival Test will be conducted?]

Tang Yi didn’t reply via text. Instead, he called her directly.

She answered, and his voice came through the speaker:

“I checked. The Secret Realm Survival Test just requires candidates to stay in a Secret Realm overnight. But it’s generally safe. Central Hollow University selects the least dangerous Secret Realms, with clearly marked areas indicating where different pet beasts are located. The school designates a safe range for movement, and teachers monitor from the shadows to ensure safety and record everything.”

“How will we be tested, then? There aren’t any Secret Realms on Chaosu Star.” Qiao Sang asked.

“I have no idea.” Tang Yi admitted.

“I only know about the test because I’ve heard past candidates mention it. But I don’t know anyone who took the exam as an interstellar exchange student like us.”

Before Qiao Sang could respond, Tang Yi reassured her,

“Don’t worry. No matter how they modify the test, you won’t have any trouble. For you, the only real challenge is scoring well on the academic portion of the entrance exam.”

So you do know my academics are weak, huh…

Qiao Sang sighed internally.

“Got it.”

She hung up the call.

Just then, an unexpectedly soft voice drifted from behind her,

“Qiao Sang…”

She jumped.

Honestly, ever since her enhanced hearing ability awakened, it had been a long time since someone managed to startle her like this.

Turning around, she saw a meticulously dressed blonde-haired, blue-eyed girl sitting on a bench, Lavina.

“When did you get here?” Qiao Sang asked with a complex expression.

“I was already here when you answered your first call…”

Realizing she had startled Qiao Sang, Lavina smiled apologetically, “Maybe you were too focused and didn’t notice me.”

That’s true, I was entirely focused on the registration process…

Qiao Sang sat beside her.

Yabao immediately followed, hopping onto her lap.

Lavina’s gaze settled on Yabao, lingering for a long time.

“Your Blazing Star Canine really likes wearing sunglasses, huh?”

“Yap.”

Yabao stylishly adjusted his shades with a paw.

Since there were a lot of people earlier, he had to maintain his image…

Qiao Sang laughed.

“Yeah, he loves them.”

She suddenly thought of something and asked, “Why are you outside instead of inside?”

“I came to find you.” Lavina answered seriously.

“You were right, contracting a pet with a completely new evolutionary chain requires careful thought. Let’s exchange contact info. I’ll give you my decision before you return to Blue Star.”

“Sure.”

Qiao Sang didn’t refuse. She could tell Lavina truly liked Yabao’s appearance.

After adding each other, Lavina seemed to feel closer to her. She smiled and said, “I actually overheard your conversation earlier, you were asking about the special admission assessment, right?”

Suddenly, Qiao Sang understood the awkwardness of having her calls overheard.

What if I’d said something I shouldn’t have?

Luckily, the conversation was normal.

She grumbled internally but still replied with a simple, “Yeah.”

“I didn’t mean to listen in.” Lavina quickly clarified, realizing it might have been an invasion of privacy.

“Ever since my brain domain breakthrough reached 20%, my hearing has become much sharper.”

I get it. I went through the same thing…

Qiao Sang nodded.

“I understand.”

Seeing that Qiao Sang wasn’t upset, Lavina relaxed and smiled again.

“Our school also has two exchange students from other planets. Want me to ask them how they were tested?”

“No need.” Qiao Sang declined.

Tang Yi was right, given her current strength, the test format wouldn’t be an issue.

Unlike a written exam, getting early information wouldn’t guarantee success.

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The next day.

3rd District. Sainan High School. Dormitory Area One.

Room 502

Qiao Sang turned on her computer, logged into the school website, and grinned at the 800 points displayed on her account.

On the way back, Mabel had petted Yabao and the others again, perfectly making up for the points she lost due to tardiness.

Thinking of this, Qiao Sang picked up her phone and messaged Mabel:

[Let me know if you want to pet them again.]

Mabel didn’t respond immediately.

Qiao Sang put down her phone and noticed Gangbao staring at the shivering Chan Chan Stone with a contemplative look.

“What’s wrong?” She asked.

“Gang gang.”

Gangbao responded:

Chan Chan Stone wasn’t producing as much food after eating spicy peppers.

Qiao Sang looked at Chan Chan Stone.

“Chan chan…”

Chan Chan Stone had a teary-eyed, miserable expression.

It wanted to sweat out food, but it wasn’t something it could control!

Qiao Sang thought for a moment and asked, “Maybe it built up a tolerance to the spice?”

“Gang gang…”

Gangbao’s eyes lit up with realization.

She stared at Chan Chan Stone.

Looks like they’d need a new plan.

“Chan chan…”

Chan Chan Stone trembled.

It was doomed.

Just then, Qiao Sang suggested, “If it’s immune to regular spicy food, let’s try something even spicier.”

“Chan chan…”

Chan Chan Stone turned to her, reconsidering its stance,

maybe spicy peppers weren’t so bad after all…

“But eating plain spicy food all the time would get boring.” She continued.

“I’ll cook some spicy dishes instead. That way, Chan Chan Stone might actually enjoy them.”

“Gang gang.”

Gangbao thought about it and nodded in agreement.

“Chan chan…”

Chan Chan Stone looked at Qiao Sang in shock.

Maybe… she wasn’t so bad after all?

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The following days...

Qiao Sang didn’t leave school to participate in pet battles at Hekin Tower.

With the assessment approaching, staying in peak condition was her priority.

Even though Lubao had healing abilities, she couldn’t remove mental fatigue.

On the seventh day back at school, Qiao Sang and Tang Yi were summoned to their homeroom teacher’s office.

Inside, a man in a black suit stood beside the teacher.

“This is Teacher Qu from Central Hollow University.” The teacher introduced.

“He’s here to oversee your assessment.”

“Hello.” The man greeted with a smile.

“Since the test isn’t on Blue Star, the Secret Realm Survival Test isn’t possible. So we’ve replaced it with another challenge. I’ve already arranged a one-week leave for you both. Pack your things, we’re heading to 10th District.”