"Establish a portal?" Bai Ze exclaimed in surprise.
In the vastness of the universe, there were countless uncertainties.
If one wished to explore a specific location, not only would the time required to reach that place be a factor, but the journey might also involve unforeseen dangers, such as meteor impacts or asteroid explosions.
The effect of this card would undoubtedly eliminate all potential mishaps along the way. As long as Bai Ze could specify a direction, he could construct portals between two locations, enabling true point-to-point travel!
Moreover, this wasn't a single-use item it could be used three times, making it a highly practical support card.
"I don't lack combat power right now, and I don't need an asteroid yet," Bai Ze deliberated carefully.
The asteroid card was of little use to his planet at the moment, so it was off the table.
Given that Bai Ze already had command-level creatures, he didn't need the "Mythical Descent" card either, especially since it carried significant instability. What if it summoned a creature that disobeyed him and disrupted his ecosystem?
As for the seemingly powerful "Meteor Impact" card, it appeared to be indiscriminate in its destruction.
Especially during a real-world war scenario, with two planets merging, any residual impact on Bai Ze's planet would be disastrous hurting the enemy while inflicting almost as much damage on himself.
The best choice was clear.
"Teacher Zhou Qing, I'll take this portal card," Bai Ze said, pointing to the card in the center of the pillar.
Teacher Zhou stepped forward, reached through the barrier surrounding the pillar, and retrieved the floating S-rank portal card for Bai Ze.
"This card isn't an offensive type, but its utility is excellent," Teacher Zhou remarked with approval.
"Since your creatures have already ventured into space, this is indeed a great choice for further exploration into the depths of the universe," she added.
If someone else had chosen this card, Teacher Zhou might have advised against it. However, Bai Ze's creatures had already reached the cosmos, and with this card, they could explore the universe far more effectively than staying confined to their home planet.
"Alright, Bai Ze, now that you've made your choice, let me brief you on a few things," Teacher Zhou continued.
"The school dormitory isn't suitable for you. I made a special request to the principal to assign you a villa in the southern villa district."
The southern villa district was not a place where anyone could live.
Most residents were heirs of large corporations or wealthy young masters and mistresses. Their families contributed significant investments to Tianzhou Academy, granting them access to this area.
Ordinary students, especially those from modest backgrounds, were housed in the free dormitories provided by the academy.
However, Bai Ze's exceptional circumstances earned him the privilege of living in a villa.
"Bai Ze, here's the access card for the villa. It includes the exact location. Once you find it, just swipe the card to enter," Teacher Zhou explained, handing over an electronic-looking card.
Bai Ze accepted it, thought for a moment, and asked, "By the way, Teacher Zhou, can I bring someone else to live there with me?"
"For example..."
"For example, your little girlfriend?" she teased immediately, raising an eyebrow knowingly.
"Of course, you can. The villa is yours now. Who stays or doesn't stay there is entirely up to you no need to ask for my permission," Teacher Zhou replied with a chuckle.
Reassured by her response, Bai Ze felt much more at ease.
With so many people at Tianzhou Academy, Bai Ze wasn't comfortable leaving Xia Yinyue alone in the girls' dormitory.
The thought of her entering as a lively maid but emerging as someone akin to the manipulative Empress Zhen Huan gave him the chills.
"Got it, Teacher Zhou," Bai Ze said with a nod.
"Good... You and your little girlfriend will both join the honors class, and I'll be your instructor," she said.
"Classes in the honors class are relatively few. The focus is on self-development and exploration. Just check in occasionally; attendance isn't mandatory."
Teacher Zhou understood Bai Ze's situation well. Those theoretical courses were of little value to him at this stage.
His creatures had already surpassed others, venturing into space and defeating powerful simulated planets. Spending time in class would be less productive than developing his planet.
"Understood, Teacher Zhou," Bai Ze replied.
"If there's nothing else, I'll be heading out now," he added, waving goodbye before leaving the storage room.
Left behind, Teacher Zhou stood silently as a figure emerged from the shadows a kindly old man with a snowy beard.
"Not bad, not bad at all, Teacher Zhou. This year, Tianzhou Academy has truly admitted a rare talent," the old man said, stroking his beard with a pleased expression.
"Train him well. In the future, he will undoubtedly achieve greatness in the universe," he added warmly.
"Understood, Principal," Teacher Zhou responded with a respectful nod.
Meanwhile, Xia Yinyue had just finished her tasks. Bai Ze hurried to meet her downstairs in the teaching building.
"Bai Ze?"
"Why are you out so quickly? Didn't Teacher Zhou talk to you?" she asked, walking over gracefully.
Xia Yinyue had just been assigned to the honors class as she had hoped placing her in the same class as Bai Ze.
With the students dismissed and a few days before formal classes began, she planned to visit the dormitory to organize her belongings and buy anything she might need.
"Nothing much, just some basic matters," Bai Ze replied casually.
"Let's head to the dormitory, then. We can check what we need and buy it together," Xia Yinyue said, grabbing his hand and preparing to leave.
However, Bai Ze stood firm, smiling mysteriously.
"Why go to the dormitory? You're in the girls' dorm, and I'm in the boys' dorm they're far apart. Meeting would be such a hassle," Bai Ze said.
"Just move into the villa with me!"
Xia Yinyue froze in confusion.
Before she could react, Bai Ze took her hand and started running toward the southern villa district.
After navigating the area for a while, they finally stopped in front of a grand villa marked as #16 on the access card.
"This should be it," Bai Ze said, looking up.
"Slow down, slow down! I can't keep up!" Xia Yinyue gasped, catching her breath.
"Where is this place? It looks so luxurious... Could it be..."
Before she could finish her sentence, Bai Ze swiped the access card on the panel by the villa's front gate.
With a green light and a "Verification Successful" message, the gates swung open, revealing a luxurious and opulent interior that immediately took their breath away.
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