Chapter 1466: Chapter 1464: The Institute on His Back
[Open Recruitment]
Due to the extremely intense competition within the Mi University, not only are students frequently persuaded to withdraw, but they may even evaporate and vanish altogether.
The burden on teachers is even heavier, and the competition is even fiercer, to the point where it can only be described as brutal and unbearable.
The evaluation process for the title of “Lecturer” is hellishly cruel. Every year, a large number of excellent teaching assistants fail to make the cut, are persuaded to leave, or even vanish permanently or meet their death during the evaluation process.
Therefore, replenishing the teaching staff is a constant need.
In addition to hiring internally, recruiting external teachers is also necessary. Outstanding demons from outside can bring “diversity” to Mi University, and sometimes even offer unexpected rewards.
“Are there really this many applicants?”
Sweeping his gaze across the scene, Han Dong counted at least thirty demons who had come to apply, among whom four exuded a mythological aura.
“The benefits Mi University provides to its teachers are simply too exceptional. Even though the assessment process poses a danger to one’s life, many demons are still highly interested… Once you become a teacher, even at the lowest rank of ‘Teaching Assistant,’ you can enjoy privileges unattainable in the outside world.
Let me put it this way:
If an Ancestor Body manages to secure the position of professor at [Mi University], their chance of perceiving myths will increase by at least 30%, and the ‘Legendary Quality’ of what they eventually construct will never be subpar.
B-Level myths are average for Mi University teachers. There are quite a few A-Level myths, and the probability of achieving S-Level is significantly higher.”
Han Dong nodded. “Indeed, it was because of Mi University’s ‘benefits’ that I had thoughts of applying.
Captain Hugo, if a ‘Mythic Body’ comes to apply, it should be simple for them to pass, right?”
“I can only say that Mythic Bodies have certain advantages over others, as they don’t need to undergo strength testing. However, the overall assessment doesn’t change… After all, this is a recruitment for teachers, not security guards.”
“True enough.
Someone like [Pope] as a teacher—there aren’t many Mythic Bodies who could measure up to him.
Let’s go!”
The scorching sun and the yellow sand, which easily saps moisture from the body, caused some ordinary beings who stumbled upon the place to perish in a short time.
Only strong individuals deemed qualified could continue under the gaze of the “Eye of the Yellow Sand.”
After several more hours of migration through the desert, they finally beheld the most legendary institution in the rumors—[Miskatonic University].
However, the sight before Han Dong was completely different from what he had expected.
It was not reconstructed on the ruins of proto-human structures like London,
nor did it resemble [Toad City-N’Kai] with its flesh-stained streets and organ-like cavernous buildings.
The Mi University was carried on the back of a “Yellow Sand Giant,” moving through the desert with the giant’s footsteps…
“Was this the handiwork of that Vice Principal?”
“Yes, as long as it’s within the desert, the Vice Principal’s power is inexhaustible. This is just a small demonstration of it.
Next, we need to climb onto the giant’s body… Do note that no mutual assistance is allowed during this process. You will need to rely on your own abilities to reach the location of the main school gate.
Additionally, do not spend too much time in one spot on the giant’s body, or the yellow sand will consume you.
After all, this is the Vice Principal’s construct, and its dangers should not be underestimated.”
From the back, Maritzis asked quietly, “Excuse me, can any ability be used?”
“Of course. Even directly teleporting to the main gate is permitted… I’ll head there first. Let’s rendezvous at the school gate.”
Captain Hugo didn’t use any abilities and walked straight toward the Yellow Sand Giant.
Some of the external teacher candidates also noticed Hugo’s ‘suicidal behavior’ and were bewildered as to why someone capable of deciphering the stone slabs and arriving there would make such an irrational choice.
As Hugo approached,
a seemingly slow-moving giant suddenly ‘sped up,’ lowering its hand with incredible speed.
The diminutive Hugo was instantly consumed.
Simultaneously, as the giant’s hand descended, it stirred up a massive sandstorm covering a ten-mile radius.
However, some demons with a preference for visual abilities witnessed a sight that would remain unforgettable for their entire lives.
The man who should have been flattened into sand particles by the giant’s palm reappeared on the giant’s back, standing upright at the main school gate.
“Let’s go. It’s our turn to get up there.”
Sally, as an Elemental Body and an outstanding graduate of Mi University, was the first to step forward in this situation.
Calculating the critical point of the giant’s attack range, a cluster of dark purple energy gathered around her goat’s hooves.
“Trample,” which could simultaneously attack enemies and amplify herself, was unleashed.
BOOM! Two massive hoofprints marked the yellow sand surface.
Using the rebound force from her trample, Sally launched herself thousands of meters upward, landing at the school gate.
This spectacle intimidated many of the demons who had come to apply, their gazes filled with trepidation.
Some among them recognized Sally’s identity. “Isn’t she the Fourth Element? Why would someone like her come to apply as well?”
Although cautious, this did not deter their determination to apply.
Mi University’s recruitment had no upper limit. As long as they passed, everyone could obtain their teaching certificate.
One after another, everyone began employing their unique methods to climb the giant and pass this most basic and straightforward assessment… Most applicants tried to avoid direct contact with the giant, utilizing methods like flight or jumping to reach the campus gate on its back.
“Nicholas, aren’t you going?”
“Miss Mary, you go ahead… With your spatial ability, it should be simple for you to get up there.
I have something to attend to and will set off last.”
“Alright… Sir, can I trouble you for some water~?”
As a Toad Demon, though Maritzis had stocked ample water beforehand, it had all been depleted during their three-day, three-night journey across the desert. This final stretch of scorching dryness was especially unforgiving to her.
“Open your mouth.”
“Alright~”
Maritzis had long regarded Han Dong as akin to [The King], kneeling on both knees as if receiving a blessing, opening her parched mouth.
Crunch, crunch~
A deep-sea tentacle extended from Han Dong’s palm.
To ensure rapid and effective hydration,
Swish! The entire tentacle slid directly down her throat, deep into her body, adhering to all the internal organs in need of water.
Maritzis seized the opportunity, drinking ravenously… Her entire body became plump and hydrated again, especially her pair of strikingly long legs.
When the deep-sea tentacle was finally withdrawn, Maritzis reluctantly licked the tentacle clean of the remaining seawater with her tongue.
“Thank you, sir… I’ll go now.”
Maritzis had nothing to worry about with her unique traits.
A single leap couldn’t match Sally’s height, but it spanned over a hundred meters.
Beating the sweeping yellow sand, she executed a move from the Space Toad, “Self-devouring,” completing a transfer with minimal spatial energy consumption, and appeared directly at the school gate.
Just as she landed, she was hugged from behind by Sally, whose hand immediately slid toward her dampened thigh.
“Mary, what were you two doing just now~?”
“Nothing… Sir helped me replenish some water with his Deep-Sea Secret Method.”
“Oh~ You looked quite close. Almost made me misunderstand… By the way! Why hasn’t Nicholas gotten up here yet?”
“I don’t know either. He said he wanted to wait until the end.”
“Is he scheming something again?”
…
Back to Han Dong.
The Demon Eye had fully opened the moment he laid eyes on the Yellow Sand Giant.
Its specialized vision continuously analyzed the giant’s structure, attempting to comprehend this advanced Yellow Sand technique.
“This giant is indeed a magical construct, but it continuously absorbs energy from the surrounding sand particles and can operate indefinitely… This ‘Yellow Sand Sorcery’ is something I cannot yet grasp. Once I successfully enter the school, I must find an opportunity to meet this Vice Principal.
Or at least ensure he takes notice of me early.”
Waiting until all the other applicants had climbed the giant, Han Dong finally began walking forward at a leisurely pace.
He neither resorted to “Void Transfer” to instantly reach the destination,
nor did he sprout any form of wings for simple flight to the school gate.
Instead, he chose the most straightforward climbing method, scaling the Yellow Sand Giant’s body by hand.
This approach was undoubtedly the most dangerous…
But an inexplicable and puzzling phenomenon occurred.
The Yellow Sand Giant, which normally launched indiscriminate attacks,
showed no hostility whatsoever toward Han Dong, displaying none of its usual offensive behavior and allowing the young man to climb freely.
It was as if Han Dong were an old acquaintance, entirely unconcerned about his movements on its body.