Hearing the discussions of other presidents, President Huang Weiguo chuckled softly.

In fact, not only the leaders of various academic societies, but many high-level bigwigs also held similar attitudes.

Even for such a selfless existence like the Sword Master, who is entirely altruistic, people at first did not believe him, let alone a bloodthirsty, war-loving madman like the Demon Child.

Words can deceive, but actions cannot lie.

Initially, from Lin Qiubai's few words, everyone vaguely guessed that this person's status might be akin to the supreme ruler of the slave empires during the Xia Dynasty.

Considering the accomplishments, character, and attitude of the Sword Master, they finally chose to ally with him.

As for the Demon Child Zhang Kuang...

If it weren't for Ma Ran's promise to Lin Qiubai, he probably wouldn't have received such good treatment at first.

Honestly, given Zhang Kuang's nature, it was almost a miracle that upon arriving in China, he quickly bonded with the young people of the Grass Hut Academy without causing any trouble!

Considering the issue of time distortion between Cangming Star and Earth...

Many presidents are doubting that it won't be long before the returning Sword Master exhausts his lifespan, and Cangming Star enters the interstellar era, causing the Double Star friendship to be forgotten by the new era's rulers.

But that's a matter for the future.

What needs to be considered now is the attitude we should adopt towards the Demon Child!

Since arriving on Earth, Zhang Kuang has had only two things on his mind—finding a spear and having a satisfying fight with Lin Qiubai!

Drinking is just a personal hobby; it seems it's not a big deal if he doesn't drink.

After completing the first task, fighting back against the White Mane Civilization, and killing the entire family of that White Mane alien who could transform into a giant, he is likely to return to Cangming Star...

The change in perception towards the Demon Child is not just because of what he said today.

More so, it's because during this period, Zhang Kuang helped many Chinese citizens escape from the hands of the White Mane aliens.

Even though with national drills and the deployment of more extraordinary powers within the order maintenance teams, there wouldn't have been much trouble even without Zhang Kuang's intervention, and his methods of saving people are relatively rough, not like the traditional heroic figures. But...

Zhang Kuang saves people without any ulterior motives, no desire for repayment, and with no purpose.

If you need a reason, it can be summarized in a not-so-elegant phrase—offering him a fortune still wouldn't make him as happy as just doing it for his own pleasure!

The Demon Child is just such an unrestrained and carefree person.

Unlike the Sword Master, he doesn't burden himself with extra pressure, doing as he pleases.

As for the reasons behind his actions...

Even if others fill in the blanks after the fact, for the Demon Child himself, there might be no reason at all; it's likely just a choice driven by emotion.

Even his overthrow of many sects on Cangming Star, helping the oppressed farmers rise up, might simply be in search of stronger opponents capable of giving him a battle worth his while.

He's an overly carefree and excessively free individual.

"Let's request the Demon Child's help with the upcoming interrogation work!"

The elderly voice that once evaluated the Sword Master during the Lotus City Demon Mountain campaign now echoed in the group: "The Demon Child is not an enemy."

"His nature is simple, honest, and kind; he can be a friend."

"If we do well enough, he even has the potential to become a comrade."

"In our initial contact, as a bargaining chip, we could promise to help him search for his long spear globally, even on near-star orbits."

With just a few words, the elder completely defined the Demon Child's nature.

In the eyes of these elder individuals, "comrade" is not a demonized term.

It is a word of sacred nature and should not be used lightly.

What is a "comrade"?

Only those who share the same ideals can be called "comrades"!

Thus, the discussion came to a close.

President Huang Weiguo suspected that the elderly person speaking in the end might regard the Demon Child as an outstanding new-age young man…

But considering the age, even if the Demon Child was slightly younger than when the Sword Master first arrived on Earth, he'd still be over seventy years old, right?

He merely looks youthful!

President Huang Weiguo paused, ultimately choosing not to speak.

He somewhat suspected that the Demon Child Zhang Kuang's cherished long spear might have been completely destroyed during the wormhole jump.

Now, he can only hope that this matter won't affect the strategic partnership between the Double Stars.

...

On the dormitory floor.

"Brother Ran, I'm really grateful! These jars of minced meat were fried by my mom personally, they're delicious! From now on, you're my real brother! Don't be shy at all! Just let me know when they're finished, and I'll have my mom send over some more!"

"This is like hearing a wise man's words are better than reading books for ten years... Regarding the Seven Vortex Swordsmanship, there were originally many things I didn't understand, but now it all feels completely clear! It's like drinking a chilled sour plum soup in the summer, refreshing and revitalizing! Awesome!"

"The questions they asked are also the ones I wanted to ask. Thank you, senior! I know that when your superpower manifestation phenomenon occurs, the cost you pay is the exhaustion of your lifespan... If I'm strong enough, I should be able to help share some of that pressure, and the number of times needed to change the future via prophecy will decrease, right? I'll get stronger as soon as possible!"

Ma Ran closed the door after seeing off a few second-phase newcomers.

With the **Academic Demon** badge's support, balancing multiple tasks isn't challenging for Ma Ran.

He can simultaneously enlighten newcomers or peers while researching Enclosure Text and Spiritual Power, and still leave others feeling that he is highly focused, providing enough attention, staying calm and patient.

"Getting better..."

Ma Ran's lips curled slightly upward, feeling pleased.

To be honest, this batch of newcomers is quite interesting.

The outgoing, the introverted, the passionate, the intelligent, the righteous, the tenacious, the wealthy, the unlucky, the lucky...

With diverse traits, they seem more distinctive than the first batch of students.

Among the first batch of students at Grass Hut Academy, besides Su Qiangwei, Dong Huaiming, Wan Haihao, the only one who impressed Ma Ran deeply was that junior fellow from middle school who always assisted him quietly and diligently.

In the previous life, that junior was just an ordinary Civilization Guardian, neither remarkable in strength nor in any other aspect.

In this life, Ma Ran brought him into the first realm of Seven Vortex Swordsmanship, doubling his combat power in the process.

As for reaching the Second Realm of Swordsmanship, with the Divine Soul Split and forging the Sword Spirit, it depends on his personal effort.

Thinking of this, Ma Ran shook his head and stopped pondering over the academic society members.

He glanced at a few bottles of meat sauce on the table, feeling a sense of time slipping by.

The member of the second batch who just sent these meat sauces, "once," like Wu Di, was Ma Ran's senior.

Unlike Wu Di, this "senior" was cheerful, enthusiastic, and willing to mentor newcomers, leaving Ma Ran with some quite warm memories.

The meat sauce tasted really good, delicious with rice, a rare delicacy in times of scarcity.

Unfortunately, Ma Ran estimated that with his appetite, they might not last more than two days.

He originally wanted to send half to Su Qiangwei, but considering her appetite, this bit of food probably wouldn't even fill the gaps between her teeth...

So he decided against it.

Ma Ran planned to take a shower and then bring a bottle of meat sauce to the cafeteria for a late-night snack.

As he took off his coat, the "Role Playing" ability began to stir restlessly.

An abundance of information slowly surfaced in Ma Ran's memory, which he gradually digested, absorbed, and comprehended, making it his own!

"Good!"

Ma Ran's lips curled into a smile.

Although it hadn't formed into a separate medal, the knowledge and information fed back by "Role Playing" was no less important than the original Seven Vortex Swordsmanship cultivation text.

This is...

Advanced spiritual power techniques!

It's called—Enchantment!

When the target is not resistant, subtly distort their thoughts and completely and permanently change their thinking patterns.

The stronger the spiritual power and life energy, the easier it is to complete "Enchantment."

When it's strong, it's not as strong as directly brainwashing and completely altering others' will.

Take Su Qiangwei for example.

If Ma Ran wanted her to have the thought of "not being hungry," he might have to deplete all his Inner Qi and consume 80-90% of his spiritual power.

When it's weak, it's not weak at all.

After all, it's an ability that can permanently alter the thinking patterns of other beings, not limited to Earth humans, but can also be used on alien invaders.

In some cases, it can even have a strategic impact that overturns eras!

"The groundwork laid over this period has finally borne some fruit."

Ma Ran stepped into the bathroom, pondering the advanced spiritual power technique called "Enchantment" while taking a shower.

Compared to the self-created "Soul Scalpel," this is a more delicate and profound ability.

If Ma Ran were to research and create techniques of a similar level through his own efforts, even with the support of numerous medals, it would probably take a substantial amount of time and energy.

"Bones shattered, soul scattered... battling to the end of life..."

"...burning out blood, still not regretting this life..."

In high spirits, Ma Ran hummed a broken little song in the bathroom.

This is a song circulating among the Civilization Guardian circle.

It is said that a girl from the publicity department composed it upon hearing of Su Qiangwei's death in battle, naming it "Martial God" in her memory.

The appearance of "Enchantment" signifies that the horn of counterattacking the White Mane Civilization has officially sounded!

In high spirits, Ma Ran unconsciously hummed this melody.

...

The next day, at 8:25 AM.

In the lead prison below Grass Hut Academy.

President Huang Weiguo slowly approached the cell door.

Zhang Kuang, Ma Ran, and Su Qiangwei followed closely behind.

The captive White Mane star person merely let out a soft hum and then gave no further response.

He lay there as if dead, unmoving.

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