Chapter 01: Who does not know Brother Tianlei

The three of them dared not speak any further, as the tall one walked along grumbling. The short biochemical male, however, laughed and said: "It's fine, everyone knows he is the leader of the foolish youth in our school... from the second class of the second year in the Chinese Department, living in dormitory 222 on the second floor, ranked second in his dormitory... You won't find anyone in the entire school more foolish than him. Do you think you can understand the upgraded version of sweet potato chips he dares to claim?"

The more thunderous it became, the more spectators gathered, all with the mindset of watching a joke. The three closest from the Biochemical Department laughed the loudest. Before they could digest this amusement, unexpectedly, there was a twist in the situation. Brother Tianlei, feeling that such a good book was going unnoticed, pointed at the three of them and, mimicking a student affairs officer, lectured: "You all haven't read such an amazing book? No wonder online literature isn't thriving; you simply don't understand appreciation. Without appreciation, how can you grow? If you don't grow, you'll always remain in this miserable state." Mimicking a student affairs officer, he lectured: "You all haven't read such an amazing book? No wonder online literature isn't thriving; you simply don't understand appreciation. Without appreciation, how can you grow? If you don't grow, you'll always remain in this miserable state."

The bell signaling the end of class rang, startling the chirping sparrows perched atop the statue, causing them to scatter. With the sound, students poured out from the doors of various buildings, instantly transforming the monotonous green campus into a vibrant tapestry of colors. The black hair, as dark as ink, flowed freely; the blue, white, and yellow scarves danced in the air; and the skirts in shades of red, green, purple, and pink swayed gracefully. The chattering voices were occasionally interspersed with the tinkling laughter and playful sounds, leaving one to wonder whether they were discussing the recent lesson or sharing some secret matters.

Another burst of laughter erupted, and at that moment, the targets of the laughter became the three male students from the biochemistry department who had been trying to flirt. The tall one turned a shade of green, caught between laughter and tears, feeling a twinge of regret for listening to the fool's story. Onlookers likely regarded both the storyteller and the audience as fools. Seeing the boys from the same building covering their mouths and watching the scene unfold with amusement, the tall guy could no longer maintain his composure and quickly urged his companions, saying: "Let's go..."

Between the two buildings is the boys' dormitory, where groups of three or two are gradually emerging from the dormitory doors. They are clearly less numerous than the girls' groups that travel in larger numbers. Moreover, some of them do not even go to the cafeteria at all, opting instead to gather in small groups at various restaurants outside the school for a meal. In private, the boys often discuss the food in the school cafeteria, and they also use the female students as a comparison. What does this mean? The quantity is indeed considerable, but the quality is quite lacking. They gather in small groups at various restaurants outside the school for a meal, and in private, the boys often discuss the food in the school cafeteria, using the female students as a comparison. What does this mean? The quantity is indeed considerable, but the quality is quite lacking.

Tian Lei Ge chuckled and said: "You probably don't know, so let me tell you... the great and impressive protagonist crossed over from Earth to another world, bringing nothing but a bag of sweet potato chips. Despite living a hard life on Earth, he ended up living a miserable life in the other world as well; how tragic is that... However, just when things seemed hopeless for the protagonist, he took a bite of the sweet potato chip. Suddenly, an unexpected change occurred..."

As Tian Lei Ge spoke passionately, he paused, raised both hands, as if to highlight this great and remarkable turning point. The three individuals, momentarily taken aback, stopped in their tracks. Then, Tian Lei Ge took a dramatic turn, his eyebrows dancing with excitement as he said: "As the sweet potato enters the stomach, the protagonist feels a warm stream of true energy spreading through his limbs and bones, filling his entire body with strength. The wounds healed, he felt invigorated, and his spirit lifted... In a moment of joy, he sprang up, wow, he became handsome too... In his excitement, he moved, and suddenly soared several zhang high..." He continued with enthusiasm: "As the sweet potato enters the stomach, the protagonist feels a warm stream of true energy spreading through his limbs and bones, filling his entire body with strength. The wounds healed, he felt invigorated, and his spirit lifted... In a moment of joy, he sprang up, wow, he became handsome too... In his excitement, he moved, and suddenly soared several zhang high... Wow, it turns out that relying on sweet potato can lead to an upgrade, soaring all the way to defy fate... Wow..."

It seems that the rumors about being struck down by thunder are not unfounded. As the three were about to leave, Brother Thunder kindly invited them, saying: "Don't go yet, I haven't finished speaking. Let me tell you about the rest... How about we go eat together? What are your names? My name is Lei Dapeng. If you need anything, come find me at Dormitory 222 to hang out."

Indeed, this guy is not just a bit foolish; he is quite foolish, immediately offering to give away an electronic book worth several hundred. His generosity made the short guy feel embarrassed, as he declined while forcing a smile: "No, no, we study chemistry; we can't understand this kind of online novel."

Oh? Could it be that they are all girls

This is not even the most outrageous part. It is said that this guy wrote love letters to girls from his freshman year to his senior year, a total of four years, yet he did not receive a single reply in this school filled with girls. In the end, out of frustration, he simply posted a photo in front of the two girls' dormitories along with a notice titled "Seeking a Girlfriend," expressing his feelings of gloom and loneliness, and his desire for companionship and attention. Indeed, he received quite a bit of attention, but not from girls; instead, it was mostly from prankster boys and representatives from the department and student affairs who came to talk to this individual about his inappropriate behavior. As a result of these incidents, he was recognized as the leader of the new generation of foolish youth at this school, a position that has remained unchallenged for many years.

At the end of this tree-lined path stands the main teaching building of Luzhou College, in front of which a sculpture of a thinker shines in harmony with the spring scenery. The pedestal is inscribed with eight commonly used characters in normal universities: "Virtue is the foundation of a teacher, integrity is the model for others"

Indeed, something feels off. Brother Lei looked at his empty hands, scratched his head in thought for a long time, and suddenly had a moment of inspiration. He slapped his forehead, realizing that in his admiration for the magnificent and impressive upgrade, he had forgotten to bring his lunch box

"What are you looking at, Brother Lei?"

Three individuals approached slowly, moving in sync, sharing a mutual understanding through their glances, likely harboring thoughts of teasing Brother Tianlei. It is said that Brother Tianlei has a notable advantage: he is particularly well-liked. Regardless of whether one knows him or not, anyone who strikes up a conversation with him is met with a cheerful demeanor. Moreover, his mind operates in an unconventional manner, much like the brand Meitisi Bangwei, which is why he is called "Tianlei"—the implication being that his words are striking and often resonate loudly.

With a series of exclamations, Brother Tianlei, accompanied by animated gestures, spoke with a serious demeanor, his voice booming like a bell, making it seem all the more significant. It was evident that he was deeply immersed in the performance, drawing the attention of passersby who couldn't help but stop. Many of the onlookers recognized Brother Tianlei, neglecting their meals to watch the spectacle, laughing as they paused to witness the unfolding drama. Every day, when Brother Tianlei made a dramatic exclamation, the three listeners instinctively leaned back, fearing they might be splattered by his spittle. Once Brother Tianlei finished his introduction, he let out a long sigh of relief and chuckled, saying: "Isn't it impressive? The great and formidable protagonist bids farewell to a miserable life with sweet potato chips, killing males and taking advantage of females in another world... Oh my goodness, this is exhilarating, invincible!"

Without further ado, after a morning of classes, I am indeed quite hungry

Class is over, and footsteps quicken as students head towards the library. The routine life between the dormitory, classroom, and cafeteria remains unchanged. A stream of people flows towards the dormitory, and soon they emerge again, each holding a uniquely colored food container. The girls' dormitory is closer to the cafeteria, and in the hurried pace, the girls are even faster. They understand that, just like the boys in the Lu Courtyard, if they arrive late, the dishes in the cafeteria will be gone. How can they afford to be slow?

A small episode came to an end, and the three boys from the biochemistry department disappeared. The slow-moving Lei Dapeng, known as Brother Lei, seemed to attract very few people. Even those who recognized him from the same building would merely smile and pass by. Most people, upon seeing his idiotic sideways glance, would keep their distance. For Lei Dapeng himself, he had already grown accustomed to being the focus of everyone's attention and the center of interest. Anyone who did not greet him would find him taking the initiative to say hello. He cheerfully greeted a few people along the way, only to realize something was amiss when he turned a corner.

The petite individual was merely teasing, engaging in playful banter with Brother Tianlei. However, unexpectedly, this playful teasing struck a nerve. Upon hearing this, Brother Tianlei became even more amused, as if a learned scholar were giving a lecture, gesturing dismissively: "... what you have all heard are famous books, which are rather uninteresting, clichéd, and follow a simple pattern of leveling up and defeating monsters, purely beginner-level literature."

I... I... relied on...'' The tall person being pointed at had a pale face, and his stomach cramped suddenly. Originally looking for fun, he did not expect to be made a joke of. Yet, seeing the foolish expression on Tian Lei Ge's face, he couldn't even vent his anger. Just as a dispute seemed imminent, the short person quickly stepped forward and grabbed his companion, fearing a quarrel would break out. As they walked, the self-satisfied Tian Lei Ge chimed in, saying: ``That's right... Tian Lei Ge, the book you are reading, I don't think I've heard of it. What is it about?''

Oh... that day, Lei Ge glanced at the short guy on the left, mumbling to himself, then turned to look at a guy on the right with a pointed chin and a middle part. He recognized him as a student from the same building. This sideways glance was certainly unappealing, but it was just a fleeting moment. However, a more unpleasant feeling arose in others. Tian Lei began to speak, looking at the three of them as if they had suddenly realized something, pointing at the tall guy and solemnly saying: "I understand the picture book now. No wonder you are from the Department of Biochemistry; each of you looks like you just walked out of a Resident Evil game. It's perfectly normal not to understand; not everyone can appreciate online literature..." Tian Lei began to speak, looking at the three of them as if they had suddenly realized something, pointing at the tall guy and solemnly saying: "I understand the picture book now. No wonder you are from the Department of Biochemistry; each of you looks like you just walked out of a Resident Evil game. It's perfectly normal not to understand; not everyone can appreciate online literature..."

Indeed, the majority of those who catch the eye are female, with only a few male students occasionally present, overwhelmed by the vibrant colors. In fact, the predecessor of Luzhou College was a teacher training college, resulting in a significant gender imbalance among the student population. It is said that the term "pursuing girls" is not frequently used in this school. Why is that? The girls have already taken the initiative in pursuing, and it is often the boys who are pursued.

With such a remark, the audience, including three individuals who had been flirting, burst into hearty laughter. That day, Brother Tian also laughed, laughing so heartily that the flesh on his cheeks and his plump belly quivered. At that moment, everyone understood that Brother Tian had indeed shown a tendency to upgrade from a simpleton to a fool.

Yes, what makes this book so good is its upgrades... it is an entirely new system. Brother Tianlei raised his e-book, completely oblivious to the feelings of others, and began to enlighten the biochemistry department. Seeing the confusion on the faces of the three, Brother Tianlei amplified his voice to introduce: "Do you know how the great and impressive protagonist of this book upgrades? The key lies here"

Earlier, with squinted eyes and a smile, the three of them tacitly matched names to real people. There are indeed quite a few eccentric individuals in the university. Stories about this Brother Tianlei, who fainted from anti-terrorism efforts and drank beer to the point of vomiting blood, are often heard. On one occasion, he lost a bet and, in the middle of winter, ran around the girls' dormitory wearing only shorts, which many people witnessed firsthand.

No matter how good the small restaurants outside are, they cannot accommodate thousands of people. Even if the school cafeteria serves unappetizing food, it is never short of students willing to make do. Just now, a few boys from the Department of Biochemistry returned to the dormitory a bit late, yet they still carried their bowls, preparing to settle for a lunch at the cafeteria. As they hurried down the stairs, they were initially running, but unexpectedly, one of the shorter boys pulled his two companions and stopped. He pointed a few steps ahead, looking quite amused and somewhat lewd, as if he were watching a monkey show. The other two also halted in their tracks. One tall boy with a pointed chin chuckled softly and asked, "Is that our school's Thunder Brother, who is always causing a ruckus?"

The short individual approached from the left, looking at Brother Tianlei with a forced smile. Brother Lei was engrossed in his e-book, and when he glanced up, the two nearby individuals, who were not very familiar with him, quickly formed their judgments based on his appearance. This guy had a squint, his cheeks were unusually prominent, and his eyes did not gaze in the same direction. His entire face resembled a pumpkin that had been damaged by hail and had not fully grown. His hands were curled, showing clear signs of mouse hand syndrome. As for his physique, it was already evident; he resembled a high-stemmed glass that was bulging in the middle, with an especially large belly. At first glance, one could not help but marvel at the wonders of creation, that even such an oddly charming person could exist. This guy had a squint, his cheeks were unusually prominent, and his eyes did not gaze in the same direction. His entire face resembled a pumpkin that had been damaged by hail and had not fully grown. His hands were curled, showing clear signs of mouse hand syndrome. As for his physique, it was already evident; he resembled a high-stemmed glass that was bulging in the middle, with an especially large belly. At first glance, one could not help but marvel at the wonders of creation, that even such an oddly charming person could exist.

Thus, Brother Tianlei turned around and returned to the dormitory

Such a solemn question, coupled with such rhetoric, left the three individuals stunned, instinctively shaking their heads; the aesthetic standards of Brother Tianlei are beyond the comprehension of ordinary people

What is even cuter is that when this person heard someone call out "brother," they cheerfully handed the e-book to the short individual and generously said: "I’m reading... here, take a look at 'Invincible Upgrade in Another World,' it’s really good."

"No way, what you are watching isn't called invincible upgrade? Without an upgrade system, what's the point of writing it?" The third young man with a middle part was not convinced, especially unhappy to hear the term 'little white.' He often gets insulted online as a 'little white,' and being criticized by someone who seems so foolish is simply an insult to our intelligence, isn't it?

Those who have a fondness for online literature also found it amusing, but a tall individual shook his head and said: "Enough, don't provoke them; even talking to him makes it hard to tell who is more foolish."

After all, spring is the most beautiful season of the year, and the flourishing scene is particularly evident in the vibrant campus. Having bid farewell to the chilly spring of the northern city of Luzhou, even the sunlight seems exceptionally warm. The gentle spring breeze carries a warm breath, softly caressing the shaded trees and the resting lawns. Occasionally, the sound of clear voices from the classrooms can be heard, and amidst the rich academic atmosphere, the lawns that have endured winter are regaining their vitality. The budding branches, now green, sway gracefully along the straight concrete paths of the school, their tender yellow-green hues resembling the younger students who have shed their winter attire, endearingly charming.