Welcome to Rewind World Game-Chapter 872 - 869: "If You Don’t Learn, You Can Only Die.

There was a dark haze in her eyes, giving her a somber aura. But this trace of gloom quickly dissipated when she smiled.

"Little Cloud." The girl smiled at him and said, "Have you had lunch?"

A character introduction appeared before Su Ming’an.

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[Name: Su Luoluo

Age: 18

Identity: Novice Dream Patrol Family

Streamer Name: Please Call Me Miss Demon King

Popularity: Little-known

Strength: Second Level Talisman Master (8%)

Note: Low strength, average talent, an ordinary girl seen everywhere. Has strong entertainment and social skills, dreams of becoming the top entertainment Dream Patrol Family.]

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Su Ming’an’s main quest is "help Su Luoluo fulfill her dream." Now that he is the first Dream Patrol Family, nurturing an entertainment Dream Patrol Family seems achievable. In the future, he could boost her popularity during his dream patrols.

However, this requires considering the issue of his identity being exposed...

"Hmm." Su Ming’an said. He and she should be friends, and Su Luoluo calling him "Little Cloud" seemed like a nickname.

"Little Cloud, where are you going?" Su Luoluo followed beside him.

"To class." Su Ming’an headed towards the school based on the location provided by Du.

He walked on a dusty street, surrounded by street kids scavenging trash, residents holding black bread, and soldiers with large guns... His clean student attire seemed somewhat out of place.

"Have you guys heard? The first Chapter was cleared by an anonymous Dream Patrol Family..."

"Really..."

"What does it have to do with us? Even if the black mist on the front line withdrew, we’re still starving."

The street was full of discussions about the ’first Dream Patrol Family’, and Su Ming’an pondered whether or not to reveal his identity as he listened to these voices.

"Little Cloud, your outfit looks nice, unlike your previous clothes full of holes," Su Luoluo suddenly leaned in and said, "I’ll buy you a few more sets another day, so you can change them out. Also, vegetables, you probably don’t have much fresh produce at home, I’ll bring you some more baskets tomorrow, oh, and your grandma’s medicine, I need to buy that too..."

Su Ming’an gradually realized that the original source of funds seemed to have always been Su Luoluo.

"I don’t need you to do this." Su Ming’an tentatively said, wanting more information.

"How can that be okay? Didn’t we agree before? I’d become a Dream Patrol Family, and we’d survive together," Su Luoluo said. "The city is surrounded, what would we do if both of us were powerless? At least now as a Dream Patrol Family, I have some dream patrol Spirit Points, and I can protect you."

As she said this, Su Ming’an turned his head, seeing the dark circles under her eyes and her very pale face.

He didn’t know what the situation for an entertainment Dream Patrol Family was like, but her mental state must be bad. She must have endured a lot of negative emotional pressure.

"We’ve reached the school, you should go in." Su Luoluo suddenly stopped.

Su Ming’an looked up, seeing a modest-sized school. It stood starkly among the ruins, the playground bustling with people, looking like an oasis in the desert. Even if chaos reigned outside, it hadn’t affected the students inside the school.

Su Ming’an took a few steps in, seeing Su Luoluo still standing at the school gate.

She was gazing upward longingly at the school, a soft light in her eyes. The not-too-intense sunlight, accompanied by a slight haze, fell on her black hair, reflecting waves of emotions in her eyes.

"Little Cloud." Su Luoluo murmured, "If I could become the first Dream Patrol Family, or get a connection with that first Dream Patrol Family, it would be nice."

"Hmm?" Su Ming’an halted.

"That way, we wouldn’t have to work so hard." Su Luoluo blinked. "Such a strong figure, as long as they lift me up a little, my streaming popularity could rise. It wouldn’t be an impossible dream to become the first entertainment Dream Patrol Family.

"At that time, I could get a lot of advertisements, have countless people buy my merch, donate to me, subscribe to my channel... Then I’d have money. I’d use the money to smooth over relations, leave this dangerous city, and I could ensure you live longer... Little Cloud, I could ensure you live longer."

She stood in the light, her eyes reflecting two contrasting emotions of greed and restraint, melting like water in her dim eyes, and crashing fiercely like fire.

Su Ming’an was momentarily scorched by this gaze. He hadn’t expected such an ordinary girl to show such a desire-laden look, her ambition was something he’d never seen before, even more intense than the desperate madness of Mizushima Haru.

"A year ago, we agreed. You have a talent for learning, so you should study. I have a talent for socializing, so I became a dream patrol streamer. Only by becoming a Dream Patrol Family could I afford your education. Only by educating yourself can you access the upper echelons..." Su Luoluo said slowly:

"...only this way, in this terrifying world, can we survive."

As she said this, the haze in her eyes deepened, and Su Ming’an noticed the heavy shadow behind her rather than her figure bathed in light.

Then, she shook her head, "Why am I saying such things again... You should go in."

Su Ming’an turned and walked into the school.

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[Perfect Completion Progress: 10%]

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"—A Talisman Master, in essence, uses the four great paths of ’Attack’, ’Defend’, ’Heal’, and ’Method’ as weapons, with yellow paper as the base and cinnabar as the pen, drawing talismans as the way."

On the podium, the homeroom teacher, Xia Jiawen, wearing glasses, pointed at the PPT, giving a lecture to over a hundred students. Su Ming’an sat among the students, resting his cheek in his hand as he listened.

Xia Jiawen pinched his thumb and forefinger together, making a piece of yellow paper appear in the air.

"Like myself, I specialize in the ’Halo’ branch of the ’Heal’ path. Currently, my mastery level is at 14% of the Third Level, capable of using the Third Level Spirit Uplift Halo." Xia Jiawen used his fingers as a pen, quickly writing on the yellow paper.

As the golden talismans shimmered, the talisman took effect, an invisible halo emanating. All the students present felt a boost in spirit, seemingly sweeping away the afternoon fatigue.

The students showed expressions of amazement, perceiving the power of this halo.

Xia Jiawen said proudly, "Such skill is welcomed wherever you go. So, students, remember, only with strong capabilities can you protect yourself and your family in these chaotic times - only by studying diligently can you survive."

He pointed to a red banner above the blackboard, encouraging the students:

[Keep studying, to survive! Without studying, only death awaits!]

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The students whispered among themselves, envious of Xia Jiawen’s strength. They were still at the First Level themselves, and advancing even 1% in mastery was an uphill battle.

Every time a talisman is drawn, one must endure the pain of "abnormality" disturbing their mind, where a moment of carelessness could lead to collapse and death. It also depends on talent, with some people growing 0.5% in mastery after one talisman, and others only growing 0.1% or even 0.05%.

Su Ming’an felt Xia Jiawen’s spirit-boosting halo, which was about the skill level of a third level player, adding little benefit to him.

He originally thought that the teachers in the school would be a bit stronger, but it turned out to be at this level.

He sat in his seat, placed a pencil case in front of him on the desk, and discreetly checked his phone under its cover.

In the news, people were still focused on the identity of the ’First Dreamwalker,’ with various governments and cities starting investigations, trying to lock in his real-world identity.

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[(Hot)(Pinned) Due to the clearance of "Chapter One - White Lotus Doomsday," the frontline urgently calls for Talisman Masters to clean up anomalies!]

[(Hot) The Union Government proposes to start the Talisman Master Competition five days later.]

[(Hot) Leading dream patrol anchor Norse expresses a desire to become the First Dreamwalker’s lover, regardless of identity or gender.]

[(Hot) Cold-faced star Lv Chengzhu debuting as the focal point!]

[(Hot) At the top of the Xiat’ar Tower appeared a black-haired, golden-eyed man claiming to be a god. His impersonation of deities is vile and he is placed on the S-class wanted list.]

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Su Ming’an was browsing the hot news when a male classmate beside him spoke softly:

"Is that a smartphone?"

Su Ming’an was stunned for a moment and turned his head. It was a plainly dressed male classmate, with dusty clothes and a sunken face, as if he often went hungry.

Most of the students in the classroom looked like this. Every family was in difficult circumstances.

"...Yeah." Su Ming’an replied.

"There are four children in my family, only my Talisman talent is the best, so I’m the only one sent to school. To keep them from starving, I’ll likely never own a smartphone in my life." The male classmate’s eyes were full of envy: "You have a smartphone, you probably don’t go hungry much."

Su Ming’an thought for a moment: "Does your family not have any Dream Patrol Family members?"

"Yes, but none of us are capable. Going to the Dream Patrol only leads to suffering. No popularity, no audience watching, can’t make a living at all." The male classmate said.

Su Ming’an was stunned. Looks like Su Luoluo is actually quite capable as an entertainment anchor? Just by talking, she can get her audience to reward her, allowing her to support two people.

At this moment, a voice was heard from the stage.

"So, what are the main pros and cons of this ’spirit-boosting halo’ I just talked about? I’ll pick a student to answer." Xia Jiawen said.

Instantly, the students who were previously a bit lazy suddenly raised their heads, their faces showing fear.

Even Su Ming’an instinctively felt a slight panic, the fear of being called upon was ingrained in one’s DNA.

Xia Jiawen held a roll call book, deliberately paused for several seconds, waiting for all the students to focus their attention before calling out a name:

"Wensheng."

All students’ gazes moved here, and Su Ming’an was instantly surrounded by countless eyes.

Su Ming’an slowly stood up, silently sliding his phone into the pencil case.

Xia Jiawen said: "Su, you skipped class without reason for two days, in peaceful times you’d be expelled. Please correct your study attitude and don’t disappoint your family’s expectations. Only by growing strong can you ensure the security of your life. If you can’t answer this question, then read well. Only reaching first level skill before graduation gives you a chance to be recruited by the government and leave this city."

Xia Jiawen’s words subtly criticized, yet weren’t harsh. It was clear he sincerely hoped these students had a chance to change their destiny.

Su Ming’an met his gentle gaze and quickly looked away.

"The halo earlier..."

Su Ming’an thought:

"Strengths... definite. It should be a temporary buff for everyone, resulting in more than a 5% spirit increase for the same level. Beyond two levels, the buff’s effect is negligible. Additionally, it can’t heal spirit. For a third level Talisman Master, the level is somewhat low, indicative of incomplete mastery."

Upon hearing Su Ming’an’s words, the students looked at each other, extremely surprised.

"...What’s he saying? Daring to say Teacher Xia’s mastery isn’t enough? He’s only at first level, yet he senses this?"

"...Eyes bigger than his stomach, does this guy even know what times we’re in now?"

Su Ming’an listened to these voices, feeling as if he’d mistakenly entered some trashy plot of low-key reveal.

"Well said." Xia Jiawen nonetheless showed appreciation: "Sit down. I only have 14% mastery and indeed can’t fully exert this halo."

Su Ming’an sat back down, surrounded still by quiet discussions.

"You really dare to say so." The nearby male classmate muttered.

Su Ming’an didn’t respond, merely closing the pencil case.

Staying here had no meaning; even the teacher’s level was far below his own. Better to go back and play the second Chapter of the game. Lv Shu hadn’t been found, nor had Noel, Yamada Machiichi, and Lu. Are they not in this city?

He’s always had a strong sense of unease, with fleeting moments of blur before him. It all felt like seeing flowers through mist.

"Something’s not right." Su Ming’an thought: "Must proceed with the storyline ASAP, there’s certainly a trap ahead."

And just at that moment,

"Boom——!!!"

A sudden loud noise came from the doorway.

"Enemy attack!!!"

Horrified cries rang out, a chorus of screams echoed outside the school building.

Su Ming’an sat still. He knew this sudden situation was definitely targeted at him.

"The enemy went towards classroom C!" The shouts outside kept coming.

"It’s Teacher Xia’s class!"

"What is the enemy! Can’t see clearly!! Teacher Xia, the enemy went to your class!!"

The noise outside grew more intense, seemingly something rushing in.

"Students, hide behind me!" Xia Jiawen quickly reacted, rushing down like a protective mother hen. He faced the door, shielding the students behind him, fingers igniting the talisman.

Students went pale with fright, crouching like quails behind Xia Jiawen.

Su Ming’an got up, hiding with classmates behind Xia Jiawen, inconspicuous.

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