However, Lin Ran did not show fear. Instead, he stood up confidently, offering a gentle smile to everyone present:
"Lin Ran, SS-class innate spiritual body, Rank 1 Awakener, student ID 001."
After speaking, Lin Ran sat down again.
His introduction was concise but impactful, immediately sparking discussions in the conference room.
Some were displeased that Lin Ran hadn't revealed his bloodline ability, while others were annoyed by his emphasis on student ID 001.
"He's still not planning to reveal his bloodline?"
"Everyone knows he relies solely on that bloodline to fight. Without it, he's just a sandbag. Still hiding it, how disgusting."
"What's so great about 001... a tragedy of the examination-oriented education system!"
"Heh, I bet if no one gave him the answers, he wouldn't even get into Yan Yun University..."
"When the freshman grand competition happens in a month, someone will be exposed, haha!"
"..."
These individuals were accustomed to being arrogant, and they made no effort to conceal their animosity towards Lin Ran.
They were like this even in front of the department head.
Ling Shangqing's expression immediately turned displeased, and an incredibly potent aura of killing intent swept through the entire conference room.
This chilling and suffocating aura immediately caused the complexions of everyone who had been blabbering to change.
Ling Shangqing sneered:
"This is Yan Yun University, not your family's private estate."
"All of you, adhere strictly to the rules... otherwise... heh heh..."
"Reintroduce yourselves..."
"Ling Shangqing, SSS-class innate soul of slaughter, Rank 8 Awakener, Head of the White Tiger Department!"
Instantly, the remaining students were silenced as if their throats had been constricted.
Seeing their reactions, Ling Shangqing nodded with satisfaction and motioned to Luo Qingyan, indicating for her to continue.
Luo Qingyan, understanding, stood up and smiled slightly:
"Luo Qingyan, SSS-class innate sacred angel, Rank 1 Awakener, student ID 002."
Due to her stunning beauty, Luo Qingyan did not garner much hostility.
Those with unpleasant expressions were mostly among the dozen or so female students in the group of one hundred.
It could only be said that the objects of human jealousy were often of the same gender.
Since Luo Qingyan followed Lin Ran's introduction format, everyone else essentially did the same.
"Lu Yuan, SSS-class innate tidal wind, Rank 1 Awakener, student ID 003."
"Lan Ruo Qiu, SSS-class innate withered gray bone, Rank 1 Awakener, student ID 004."
"Qin Tian, SSS-class innate silver moonlight, Rank 1 Awakener, student ID 005."
"..."
It had to be said that the special enrollment students of Yan Yun University this year were truly of exceptional caliber.
Within the top twenty, apart from Lin Ran, the somewhat out-of-place top ranker, almost all were possessors of SSS-class innate abilities.
The remaining eighty were a mix of SSS and SS, with not a single S-class among them.
After all, this was the top university in the Dragon Country, with the lowest admission standard being A-class innate abilities and exceptionally strong B-class innate abilities.
As even more superior special enrollees, they were naturally even more impressive.
These geniuses from dozens of provinces and all corners of the country were famous in their respective regions.
But upon arriving at Yan Yun University, they seemed somewhat ordinary.
At least within the same tier, there were a full hundred people comparable to them, not to mention students in higher tiers.
As the introductions progressed and Ling Shangqing, Gao Xian, and Xu Lei witnessed the students' expressions shift from surprise to shock, and finally to numbness, they were all quite satisfied.
Making everyone realize that there is always someone better, that there is heaven beyond heaven, was a crucial objective of this meeting.
Many among them might not be inferior in strength but had made mistakes during the college entrance examination, leading to a temporarily lower ranking.
Many SSS-class innate abilities that appeared exceptionally strong were ranked lower than some SS-class innate abilities.
The freshman grand competition in a month would reshuffle the entire ranking.
They would naturally feel immense pressure.
After all, no one wished for their ranking to drop. And everyone present was a genius.
To avoid being surpassed, one could only work harder!
"Good! Everyone's self-introductions are complete. I will now explain some other matters."
At this point, Gao Xian stepped forward and said with a smile.
Perhaps due to wearing a mask, Gao Xian appeared much more approachable than Ling Shangqing, who often exuded an intimidating aura, and the students' expressions eased considerably.
"I believe you are all already well-informed about the ranking mechanism."
"The basic academic credits awarded upon enrollment, the monthly subsidies, and the future welfare benefits you can enjoy are all tied to this."
"Ranking is related to strength; the stronger one's strength, the higher the ranking will naturally be."
"However, some of you might feel that relying solely on one college entrance examination to determine victory is too arbitrary."
"After all, the matter of dungeons involves adaptability and might leave some feeling unconvinced."
"It's alright; as you already know, the freshman grand competition will be held in a month."
"The freshman grand competition is highly comprehensive, so you need not worry. You will understand then."
Upon hearing this, many eyes lit up.
A comprehensive competition was undoubtedly good news for those who believed they possessed true strength.
At this moment, Xu Lei also spoke:
"That's right... Moreover, the school encourages combat and competition."
"If you wish to add stakes to wagers, as long as the amounts are reasonable and do not involve coercion, the school will permit it."
"You can also fight with all your might during combat..."
"As long as no lives are lost or permanent crippling injuries are inflicted, our professional physicians will handle everything perfectly for you."
"Of course, with our professional notaries present, unless you employ special means, it will be difficult to take a life."
"However, the procedures and methods must be legitimate; it must be a fair duel."
"Private fights are strictly prohibited within the school. Any intentional private combatants will be immediately expelled and permanently barred from re-employment!"
After hearing Xu Lei's words, the students all nodded, silently noting the rules.
Ling Shangqing maintained her usual cold tone:
"Furthermore, besides the monthly basic academic credit subsidies, you can also undertake missions at the Mission Hall to earn academic credit rewards."
"But remember, the vast majority of mission locations are in secret realms and forbidden lands outside the school, with immeasurable danger."
"You must carefully assess your own strength and make thorough preparations."
"Every year, countless prodigious talents who were highly anticipated meet an untimely end..."