Unearthing the Secrets of Magic Affinity

Lin Xiaofeng was seated in the classroom, the mysterious stone still occupying his thoughts. He couldn't help but wonder about its purpose. Was it meant for blacksmithing or perhaps as a tool for hand-to-hand combat, a means of achieving a knock-out victory in some sort of martial arts challenge? His thoughts swirled with speculation.

However, as he contemplated the possibilities, he realized that delving into such bizarre notions would only lead to more confusion. He muttered to himself, "It's not possible. Let's just proceed with what the teacher has to say. Otherwise, who knows what other strange ideas I might conjure up regarding the use of this stone."

Beside him, Ji Xiaofei chimed in, sharing his sentiments. "Xiaofeng, I also find it puzzling. What's so special about this stone that she's making such a fuss over it? She's just smirking at us right now."

Lin Xiaofeng felt the weight of his teacher's gaze on him. He knew she expected him to be impressed by her explanation and to readily follow her lead. Yet, he thought to himself, "Not in this lifetime, teacher. If you think that this will impress me you are wrong as it's a teacher duty to enlighten students"

With a sweet smile, Lin Xiaofeng turned to Ji Xiaofei and said, "Xiaofei, I believe that the teacher is the best source of information about this stone, especially in our current context."

Ji Xiaofei, known for her cold demeanor, returned to her usual aloof self. Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but wonder at the shift in her behavior. "It seems this heroine has already made a soft spot for me," he mused, but he quickly refocused on listening to his teacher.

Teacher Fuxia began her explanation, addressing the class, "For a long time, cultivation has been a fundamental practice in our world. But now, our government has introduced a new method, available only to those under the age of 18. Today, you will awaken your magical elements, which will enable you to harness the power of nature."

Intrigued, a student raised a question, "Teacher, what exactly is magic?"

As they discussed magic, Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but feel a shock deep within him. This was a cultivation world, or so he had believed, but the mention of magic left him bewildered. "Why is there magic in a world that should be solely about cultivation? Does magic in this world resemble what I've seen in anime from my previous life?" he pondered, his anxiety well hidden beneath his calm exterior.

Teacher Fuxiya continued, "Magic has been introduced in our world just five years ago, and you are the first batch of our Quan branch sect to awaken this power."

Fan Xiao, who was excited about the concept of magic, eagerly asked, "Teacher, can you tell us more about magic?"

Fuxiya smiled at his enthusiasm and revealed the stone once more. "Students, magic is the release of energy in various forms, such as fire, light, darkness, water, spirit, and earth. Today, we will determine your magical affinities."

She then called on students row by row to come forward for the magical element awakening process. Some would discover their affinity for an element, while others might not be so fortunate. Lin Xiaofeng observed this process with great interest.

In one instance, a girl eagerly stepped forward, casting a triumphant smile toward Lin Xiaofeng, perhaps seeking his approval. However, when she placed her hand on the stone, the ensuing light revealed that her affinity for the Light element was only 30%. Disappointment washed over her, and tears welled up in her eyes. Fuxiya reminded her to be grateful for awakening her element, as not everyone was so fortunate.

As more students went through the process, Lin Xiaofeng remained attentive. He couldn't help but wonder about his own magical affinity. Would it be a defining moment or a mere formality?

When Fan Xiao's turn arrived, Lin Xiaofeng decided to use his unique ability. He inquired of the system, "Can I read people's thoughts?"

The system responded, "Certainly, but for a protagonist, the price isn't cheap."

Curious, Lin Xiaofeng asked, "What's the price?"

The system revealed, "10 points for a minute."

Unperturbed, Lin Xiaofeng stated, "I can afford that. Purchase one minute of reading the protagonist's thoughts."

With his newfound ability, Lin Xiaofeng could hear Fan Xiao's inner thoughts. The protagonist was brimming with excitement, convinced that awakening his magical element would finally capture the attention of Ji Xiaofei. "I'll soon attain full affinity with my element, and Ji Xiaofei will surely notice me and want to talk to me. This is an easy way to win a woman's heart," Fan Xiao thought confidently.

As Lin Xiaofeng listened to Fan Xiao's thoughts, he couldn't help but feel a sense of detachment from the protagonist's perspective. His own path in this world had already been set, and he had no intention of seeking anyone's approval or affection. Lin Xiaofeng was destined to become the supreme villain, and nothing, not even magic, would sway him from that path.