Chapter 2, Qingshan Theological Seminary

Through techniques such as neuron guidance and memory storage, human consciousness can live in a virtual world with an almost absolute sense of reality

A handsome young man asked in a deep voice: "Are you sure that Zhang Yunxi went to Qingshan Theological Seminary with Zhang Zhitao's recommendation letter?"

"You slippery little brat, don't let me catch you!" Looking at the foolish Zhu Qizhen, he walked away with a limp

This area should be the working zone of the institution, with transparent offices lining both sides of the corridor, where many busy staff members are present

Bang, bang

In the interview room, Li Han rephrased his question: "What I mean by understanding is, have you ever gained an in-depth understanding of the management rules of the Eternal Life World?"

Awesome! Zhang Yunxi exclaimed.

"Good, please take a seat!" Li Han bent down and sat down, retrieving Zhang Yunxi's information from the AI intelligent information database: "You wanted to enter the Biology Department of Mingzhu University before?"

"Teacher, you are absolutely right with this statement. I have a stick, and you... do not!" Zhang Yunxi retorted.

Bang

Approximately five minutes later, Li Han brought Zhang Yunxi to an office that was not a transparent workspace, ensuring a high level of privacy

By observing a small part, one can see the whole. This workspace alone has already demonstrated the potential and educational depth of Qingshan Theological Seminary

This is not a problem. Li Hanchong shouted at the microphone on the table: "Nisa, bring me a brand new portable brain-machine interface connector."

Zhang Yunxi glanced back at him, the shock within her lingering for a long time, for the inner scenery here and the outer appearance were truly completely different

Five minutes later, Zhang Yunxi put on the holographic brain machine connector, leaned back in the seat, and asked, "We're going to Freedom City, right? So, am I in?"

... ...

At the entrance, Zhang Yunxi, carrying a black backpack, turned to survey the landscape of the courtyard, feeling a profound shock once again in her heart

At this moment, Zhang Yunxi's initial thoughts about coming to Qingshan Theological Seminary with the intention of studying gradually changed. He felt that aside from investigating the doubts in his heart, it might also be quite good to study here for a long time.

"Eternal Life World" is a globally recognized virtual human community developed and launched by the renowned company Lingjing Group, following the introduction of the metaverse concept.

... ...

A beam of light shot out from the mechanical palm of the handsome man's right hand, filling the room with a bright glow and a muffled sound

Due to family connections, Zhang Yunxi visited Mingzhu University a long time ago. It is not an exaggeration to say that many of the administrative work areas there are not as advanced as those here. At least, Zhang Yunxi has not heard anyone mention that the teachers there are highly emotional and have personal styles like robots; at most, there are AI-assisted teachers.

Alright, Teacher Li! Zhang Yunxi picked up the backpack and stepped forward, walking with the other party towards the corridor on the left side of the reception area

Correct. Zhang Yunxi nodded

This place does not resemble a college at all; rather, it feels more like a cadre rehabilitation facility hidden deep in the mountains, or perhaps a camping base. In any case, it appears very desolate and barren, and no matter how one thinks about it, it has nothing to do with a university.

Zhang Yunxi was bewildered, thinking to herself how much money such an office area must cost. Many government functional units do not even have this level of configuration

Beside her, Zhang Yunxi was left dumbfounded, and with great shock in her heart, she exclaimed: "A full titanium metal body, 34R0111 / Sterno piston neck, deep blue parallel 9 core power... What kind of monster is this? How much is it going to cost?"

"Hey, weakling, are you a new student too? You look so thin, like a stick," Zhu Qizhen said, extending his heavy mechanical arm to gently pat Zhang Yunxi on the head

The explosive popularity of the world of immortality has impacted not just one generation

The handsome man slowly rose to his feet and walked outside with a smile

"Let's go," Li Han said with a smile, stepping forward.

Zhang Yunxi let out a light sigh, harboring a somewhat contradictory feeling as he followed the signposts to the new student reception area. He was quite dissatisfied with this place, feeling as if he had fallen into a pit. However, the only thing that brought him comfort was the truly stunning natural scenery here

The robot known as "Zhu Qizhen" struck the transparent wall panel with a fist and angrily shouted: "Damn it! It must be that bunch of bastards from Team Two. They think they can't beat us in next week's basketball game, so while I was recharging, they stole the large cap screw from my leg and even sawed off my support frame. Damn it, I will definitely have a showdown with them sooner or later!"

"Teacher Zhu Qizhen! Teacher Zhu Qizhen! Please do not wander around, your leg needs to be re-welded, let's go to the repair room... Shall I help you with that?" A man in work clothes shouted as he chased after.

Li Han slowly nodded, clasping his hands together, and asked with a light smile: "Do you have any knowledge of Qingshan Theological Seminary?"

All personnel in the entire office area utilize holographic projection devices and numerous AI-assisted terminals for their work, with various data, templates, and information visibly flowing within the office area.

OK!" Li Han paused for a moment and then asked: "Do you have any understanding of the world of immortality?"

... ...

Hello, teacher

I like mechas and I also like robots. Zhang Yunxi, looking at the imposing Zhu Qizhen, slowly recovered from her shock: "Someone just called him teacher...!"

Three seconds later, the two closed their eyes, and a sensation of floating immediately enveloped their bodies. Once they heard a ringing sound, they had already entered the world of eternity

The lawyer sighed in relief as he watched him leave, collapsing onto the ground.

Here, one cannot see basketball courts, football fields, nor functional places such as cafeterias, dormitories, or libraries. The only modern administrative building is also different from the photos on the school's official website, as those images are clearly edited. It does not have a height of twenty stories, and its walls are cracked, with the paint washed away by rain, giving it a very dilapidated appearance

Sigh

The man acting as Zhang Yunxi's defense attorney in the Li Yun case is currently kneeling in a very dark and messy basement

Zhang Yunxi shook her head: "Not at all."

As Zhang Yunxi approached the reception area, she unexpectedly encountered the greasy man who had been operating the AI robot at the station. To her surprise, he was also present in the new student waiting area, seemingly carrying various items distributed by the institution to the new students.

I am your instructor, Li Han, and I am responsible for your admission interview. The instructor named Li Han smiled and extended his palm, saying, "Please follow me"

Zhang Yunxi is a biology student. He is very fond of the ecological environment here and couldn't help but stop to take a few photos with his smartwatch and mobile phone

The area and architectural style of this academy are completely different from the photos published on the academy's official website. It is built in harmony with the mountains and waters, and the functional buildings on campus are very dispersed. From Zhang Yunxi's vantage point, one cannot see the edge of the campus when looking up; only the faintly visible Chinese courtyard amidst the lush green mountains and waters can be seen.

Based on the various information gathered previously, this Qingshan Theological Seminary certainly appears to be a third-rate institution among third-rate universities, and there may even be elements of deception involved. However, upon entering the metallic door just now, Zhang Yunxi felt an atmosphere of advanced professionalism, replete with a strong sense of technology and capital in the management of the academy

The two walked approximately over fifty meters and arrived at the end of the corridor. Li Han looked up and quickly blinked twice at the recognition device next to the metal door. The metal door slowly opened, revealing a bright and clean corridor before them

What is the difference between this and fraud? Don't educational institutions take any action against such false advertising by these sham schools?

At around 10 o'clock in the morning, Zhang Yunxi arrived at Qingshan Theological Seminary in an unmanned taxi. Today, August 27, 2120, is the last day for reporting at Qingshan Theological Seminary, so when Zhang Yunxi stepped through the school gate, she also noticed a small group of students gathered on the playground, indicating that the enrollment situation was not ideal.

In the real world, within Mingzhu City

As Zhang Yunxi surveyed his surroundings like a country bumpkin, a few heavy thuds suddenly came from his left side. He turned his head and saw a steel robot, constructed from composite metals, exuding a sense of power, standing at least 2.3 meters tall, limping as it walked out.

The sky is a deep blue, with lush greenery stretching between heaven and earth. Colorful clouds reflect upon the mountains and waterfalls, while flowing clouds and birds pass overhead, moving forward with the wind, bringing with them the refreshing fragrance of the vegetation.

"Do you understand this as well?" Li Han asked

To be honest, I hardly understand anything, especially after entering this workspace with you, I feel even more confused said Zhang Yunxi candidly

Oh no! Zhang Yunxi immediately dodged to the side

Zhang Yunxi completely cannot understand why there needs to be an admission interview for a university report. He is not applying for a job position, and overall, everything here feels strange.

No need, thank you," Zhang Yunxi shook her head

This is akin to Steve Jobs' Apple, Bill Gates' Microsoft, and Jack Ma's Taobao, among others, which have transformed the entire way of life for humanity through revolutionary technology or business thinking

After sitting in the waiting area for about ten minutes, a handsome man, approximately twenty-six or twenty-seven years old, walked over in a suit and leather shoes and softly inquired, "Are you Zhang Yunxi?"

Most importantly, there are very few mothers in the world capable of giving birth to someone like "Zhu Qizhen". Zhang Yunxi could not comprehend why such a creature would appear in this place. Although it appeared to be merely an auxiliary robot, it was still quite frightening.

It is possible, but I did not bring the peripherals

The handsome man walked to the door, holding the doorknob with his left hand, but suddenly turned around and slowly raised his right arm: "I still feel that... the lawyer's words are not trustworthy"

Zhang Yunxi followed Li Han into the bright corridor, her eyes filled with astonishment as she looked around.

Yes, sir, I am not lying, I beg you to spare me...!

Wow! ... This guy looks to be at least around 35 years old, could it be ...? ... He is also a freshman? This is really outrageous

Of course there is. Zhang Yunxi immediately replied: "In today's human society, who is not aware of the world of immortality? After all, it encompasses ninety-nine point nine nine nine percent of users worldwide"

In today's bustling metropolis, one can only see rapidly advancing technology, skyscrapers cast in steel, and various peculiar vehicles traversing the streets. Although it is prosperous, the essence of the natural world has long since vanished.

Oh, he is one of your physical education teachers, named Zhu Qizhen. Li Han explained with a smile, "I don't know which talented person, when initially creating his character, wrote that he has a passion for history, so he gave himself the title of God of War."

"Coffee, beverages, water, do you need something to drink?" Li Han asked politely

Let us begin! Li Han also wore a brain-machine interface on his head

Bang

Zhang Yunxi withdrew her astonished gaze and stepped into the new student reception area

Three days before reporting to the academy, Zhang Yunxi sent his high school teacher's recommendation letter, along with the recommendation letter prepared by his adoptive father, Professor Zhang Zhitao, to Qingshan Theological Seminary. Therefore, at the new student registration office, he only briefly verified his information with the academy and was informed to wait in the waiting area, as someone would specifically conduct an admission interview with him.

This is absolutely amazing

Li Han paused for a moment and said, "May I ask, would you be able to enter the world of immortality with me? I would like to see your basic metrics in the virtual community, as this is very important for the interview"