Chapter 55: Welcome to Genesis
Due to the incident of the lightning rod being stolen, Saint Freya Academy was bustling with activity all day today. Kafka was busy the whole day and hardly returned to his office. As for Lu Yu, he diligently patrolled the campus and spent the rest of his time idling in his office.
Time flew by, and it was already time to finish work. Lu Yu was planning to head to the cafeteria for a meal when Kafka returned.
"Lu Yu, Lu Yu."
Just as he returned to the office, Kafka sought out Lu Yu.
"Director Kafka, what's the matter?"
"Nothing much, I just wanted to tell you that the thief who stole the lightning rod has been found!"
Lu Yu was bewildered. Wasn't he the one who dismantled the lightning rod? Where did Kafka find someone else?
"It's like this..."
With Kafka's explanation, Lu Yu finally learned about Kafka's activities throughout the day.
It turned out that after getting directions from Lu Yu in the morning, Kafka promptly investigated the staff at the academy. To her surprise, she managed to find some clues. Not only had there been theft of lightning rods recently, but other items had also gone missing, such as teaching materials and miscellaneous items.
Following the trail, Kafka quickly identified a suspect based on the evidence—a handyman who had recently joined the academy. With Kafka's friendly interrogation, the suspect readily confessed to the theft, essentially admitting to everything Kafka suggested, including the theft of the lightning rod.
Lu Yu: "..."
"By the way, Director Kafka, can I ask how you questioned him?"
"It's nothing, I just took him to observe a student's practical combat class and asked her to demonstrate some moves."
"..."
Lu Yu understood. Kafka had taken the unlucky guy to watch Fu Hua's brain-opening boxing technique. No wonder he confessed to everything; who could withstand that?
"Director Kafka, was the student you mentioned named Fu Hua?"
Kafka looked curious. "Huh? Lu Yu, do you know Fu Hua?"
"Ah, no, I don't know her. I've just heard a few students mention her recently while I was working."
Yeah, right. Not only do I know Fu Hua, but I also know she's the Flat Goddess of Shenzhou.
"I see. Since Fu Hua is also from Shenzhou, how about I introduce you to her when she comes?"
"Huh? Fu Hua is coming?"
"Yes, she should be here soon."
The introduction of Fu Hua and Lu Yu had already been arranged by Otto. Kafka had been contemplating this for a while, but due to Lu Yu's imposing presence over the past few days, Kafka didn't dare to rush things.
Naturally, Kafka had to fulfill Otto's request. So, today, when he saw Lu Yu, he immediately arranged for Fu Hua to come and meet him.
"Professor Kafka, Fu Hua, the class President of Class 3, is here to report."
Just as Lu Yu and Kafka were chatting, a familiar voice sounded from outside the door. Fu Hua stood there wearing her Valkyrie Accipiter Battlesuit.
However, the moment Lu Yu saw Fu Hua, the cold voice of the system rang in his ears.
[Detected that the host has come into contact with a pre-civilization elite, due to the high complexity of the related simulation, the system is upgrading!]
[Detected that the host has come into contact with a pre-civilization elite, the special simulation process has been activated, and the host's next simulation has been forcibly locked.]
[Upon inspection, the host has completed a total of four endings, meeting the conditions for system upgrade. Upgrade complete.]
[System upgrade complete. The current version is V2V.]
[Congratulations, the host has entered the second phase of simulation, officially embarking on a true journey of the gentleman.]
[Welcome to Genesis!]
Lu Yu: "?????"
The series of notifications left Lu Yu utterly confused. What in the world was going on?
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Back in his dorm, Lu Yu looked at the cooldown timer of the system, took a deep breath, and began the simulation.
The system's upgrade after encountering Fu Hua today intrigued Lu Yu. The system had never mentioned before that it could be upgraded.
"Damn, this system always feels like it's hiding something from me."
The more Lu Yu engaged with the simulation, the more he grew suspicious of the system. Although it seemed like the system was always there to provide entertainment and help him grow stronger, Lu Yu couldn't shake the feeling that the system was up to something.
And regarding the last sentence the system mentioned after upgrading today, Lu Yu felt that something was off.
"Welcome to Genesis..."
That phrase sounded strange to Lu Yu. Damn, this system's riddles were becoming more and more serious. Lu Yu even suspected that the creator of this thing might be a certain lady with the last name Kai from next door.
[Simulation initiated.]
[Talent selection phase: Each simulation will randomly present 1-7 talents of varying qualities. The host can choose 1-3 from them.]
[Innate Zeal (3 stars): Your words easily move others.](TL/N: The reason this right here changes name sometimes is because of the translation okay? and me going to previous chapters because I keep forgetting the right name is totally tiresome so i didn't bother doing it ergo, not my fault.)
[1 True Self (3 stars): I am who I am, a unique existence!]
[2 Fragile and Pitiful (2 stars): You possess a delicate appearance and a frail body.]
[3 Royal Power (2 stars): Do you dare defy me, the one with the power of royalty?!]
[4 Literary Master (3 stars): Stay right here, I'll go to the fields and plant some melons for you.]
[5 Liver Emperor (3 stars): Ahahaha, if I grind for five more nights, I can get the red seal!]
[6 Obesity (1 star): The targeting range of your enemies' attacks increases by 25%.]
[7 Joker (1 star): Why are you barking, dog?!]