Beast Taming Star Journey

Professor Zhao looked at me, but didn't immediately announce that I had passed the assessment. Instead, he slowly began to speak, "Nong Yu..." He paused, and my heart leaped into my throat, "I need to think about it some more..."

Consider? I was stunned. I had already completed the assessment, what else was there to consider? Could it be... could it be that he didn't want me to pass?

The thought flashed through my mind like lightning, sending a chill down my spine.

I tried my best to calm myself down and asked, "Professor Zhao, is there anything else?"

Instructor Zhao pushed up his glasses, his eyes scrutinizing him: "Nong Yu, your performance has indeed exceeded my expectations. It is quite unusual for a boy from humble beginnings to be able to break through the barrier."

His tone carried a hint of doubt, as if my success was merely a fluke.

“Professor Zhao, I put in a lot of effort for this assessment, I…” I tried to explain urgently, but Professor Zhao interrupted me.

“I know you’ve worked hard,” he said slowly, “but the evaluation isn’t just about the results, it’s also about the process. Some of your actions during the evaluation weren’t up to standard, and I suspect you may have violated regulations.”

A violation? I immediately felt wronged and angry. I followed the rules strictly in every action I took. How could I have violated them?

“Instructor Zhao, I did not violate any rules. Every action I took was reasonable. You can check the assessment record carefully.” Instructor Zhao picked up the recording crystal, carefully reviewed it, and then looked up at me with a questioning look in his eyes: “Nong Yu, explain why you used both hands instead of one when breaking through the barrier? According to the rules, this assessment requires attacking with one hand.”

My heart skipped a beat. I did use both hands, because the fox spirit was weak at the time, and I had to rely on the strength of my hands to break the barrier.

However, if I admit to using my hands, it would be tantamount to admitting a violation, which would mean I would lose my eligibility for admission.

I took a deep breath, trying to stay calm: "Instructor Zhao, the situation was special at the time, my spirit fox..."

"Spirit Fox?" Instructor Zhao interrupted me. "The Spirit Fox state is not within the scope of the assessment. The assessment only evaluates your individual abilities. Using both hands to attack is a violation, without a doubt."

My mind was buzzing, and everything went dark. Was I really going to lose my chance to get into university? Would all my efforts be in vain?

“Professor Zhao…” I wanted to try again, but then I saw a figure walk out from the crowd.

"Professor Zhao, it's been a long time." A clear voice, carrying a hint of authority, entered my ears.

I looked up and saw Su Yao walking towards us. She was dressed casually today, lacking the grim aura of the battlefield, but possessing a more heroic and spirited air.

When Instructor Zhao saw Su Yao, his expression changed slightly: "Su... Martial God Su, what brings you here?"

Su Yao walked over to me, gently patted my shoulder, then turned to Instructor Zhao and said, "I came to the academy today to visit a friend and happened to see Nong Yu's assessment. I think his performance was outstanding..."

Before Su Yao could finish speaking, Instructor Zhao interrupted her: "Martial God Su, Nong Yu violated regulations during the assessment, I..."

Su Yao smiled and interrupted Instructor Zhao: "Oh? A violation? What violation?"

Su Yao's smile carried a hint of coldness that was barely perceptible, making Instructor Zhao's heart skip a beat.

"Professor Zhao, when you say he violated the rules, do you mean he used his hands to break the barrier?"

Fine beads of sweat appeared on Instructor Zhao's forehead. He forced a smile and said, "Yes...yes, according to the regulations..."

"Rules?" Su Yao chuckled. "Rules are rigid, but people are flexible. In that situation, Nong Yu chose to use his hands to protect his spirit fox. This not only didn't violate the rules, but it also demonstrated his sense of responsibility towards his partner and his ability to adapt under pressure. Does the academy only train beast tamers who rigidly adhere to the rules and don't know how to be flexible?"

Professor Zhao was speechless. He secretly glanced at the students watching around him and found that they were all looking at him with doubt and dissatisfaction in their eyes.

He knew that if this matter was not handled properly, it would have a significant impact on the college's reputation.

Su Yao ignored Instructor Zhao and turned to look at an elderly man with white hair and a youthful face in the crowd. She respectfully bowed and said, "Dean, it's been a long time."

This old man was the dean of the Beast Taming Academy, a highly respected master of beast taming.

He slowly walked up to Instructor Zhao, his tone calm yet carrying an undeniable authority: "Instructor Zhao, you heard everything Su Wushen said, didn't you?"

Professor Zhao's face turned deathly pale. He stammered, "Dean, I... I was just following the rules..."

"Regulations?" The dean repeated the word, then said meaningfully, "Regulations are meant to regulate behavior, not to stifle talent. Nong Yu's performance is evident to all; do you have any further objections?"

Professor Zhao knew that the dean had already made his stance clear, and if he persisted, he would only humiliate himself.

He took a deep breath, lowered his head, and said, "I have no objections."

Su Yao looked at me again, her eyes full of encouragement. I nodded gratefully, knowing that my successful enrollment this time was thanks to her help.

The dean walked up to me and patted me kindly on the shoulder: "Young man, work hard. The doors of the academy are always open for you."

I once again demonstrated my ability to form an equal contract with the little fox. Golden light enveloped both of us, and our auras became connected, as if we were one.

This miraculous scene left Instructor Zhao speechless, and he had no choice but to announce that I had passed the assessment. I breathed a long sigh of relief, and the anxiety that had been hanging over me finally subsided.

I did it! I finally gained admission to the Beast Taming Academy! Holding my admission notice, I strode confidently through the gates of the Beast Taming Academy.

I know this is just the beginning. There are all sorts of people and things in the college, and the competition is even fiercer.

How can I find my place in this unfamiliar environment and ultimately achieve my goals? I walked to the dormitory door, took a deep breath, and pushed open the door…

A slightly thin boy was making the bed with his back to me. He seemed startled by the sound of the door opening and turned around abruptly, his eyes showing a hint of panic.

"Hello...you..."