Chapter 57: The Realm of a Genius Scholar Is Beyond Your Comprehension!

"Chen Feng, how do you feel after the exams this time?" After the test ended, Fang Yue smiled at Chen Feng.

"Not bad, not bad!" Chen Feng replied casually, giving a half-hearted laugh as he tidied the books on his desk. Fang Yue glanced at his nonchalant manner, then at the stack of pristine, untouched books on his table, and couldn't help but sigh softly. It was truly baffling how Chen Feng's grades had improved so dramatically all of a sudden.

No one had ever seen him revise; his books looked as if they’d never been opened. Yet, inexplicably, his results had shot up. Without any serious effort, he’d suddenly become outstanding at his studies. The pace of his progress was simply unbelievable.

But at that moment, Chen Feng’s mind was elsewhere. He suddenly felt that attending school like this was rather pointless. June was approaching, and he wondered if he could apply to sit for the college entrance examination early.

Given his abilities, becoming the top scorer was inevitable. The achievement points he’d gain would surely be substantial. If he did it in an unconventional way by taking the exam ahead of schedule, the sensation he’d cause would be even greater—and perhaps, he’d earn an even greater windfall of achievement points.

"Wait for me a second, I have something to discuss with the homeroom teacher," Chen Feng said, smiling at Fang Yue before quickly heading off toward the teacher’s office.

Fang Yue stared after him, momentarily taken aback. Soon, Chen Feng arrived at Sun Minghai’s office.

At that moment, Homeroom Teacher Sun Minghai and a few other teachers were still discussing the latest exam results, speculating about which students might achieve outstanding scores next. Sun Minghai seemed particularly confident; he’d come to know Chen Feng’s abilities rather thoroughly, and with his current performance, a top-five position in the grade was all but certain.

"Chen Feng, what brings you here?" Sun Minghai was surprised to see him. He couldn’t help but wonder, "Could it be that this kid didn’t do well?"

"Sir," Chen Feng stood before him, a calm, confident smile on his face—a look that made Sun Minghai inwardly breathe a sigh of relief. Clearly, Chen Feng wasn’t here because he’d done poorly.

Sun Minghai lifted his teacup, took a gentle sip, and looked at Chen Feng. "Is there something you wanted to talk to me about?"

"Mr. Sun," Chen Feng replied politely, "I have a plan I’d like to discuss with you. I hope you can help me with something."

"Go on," Sun Minghai took another sip of tea.

"In a month, it will be June. Honestly, I find school rather dull now. I’d like to take the college entrance exam early, this June."

Pfft!

Sun Minghai choked, spraying tea everywhere. He stared at Chen Feng as if he’d just seen a ghost, dumbfounded. "What did you say? You want to take the college entrance exam this June? Are you joking?"

"I’m not joking." Chen Feng shrugged, his tone earnest. "I really don’t see the point in staying in high school for the final year. After all, I’ve already mastered all the material. There’s nothing left for me but to take the exam."

"Good grief!" The teachers in the office erupted into a commotion. Li Linzhu, the homeroom teacher of An Ran’s class, spoke up, "Chen Feng, don’t overestimate yourself. Even our An Ran hasn’t dared to suggest taking the exam early. I advise you not to aim so high—just focus on your studies."

Just then, the office door swung open again. Everyone fell silent, stunned, as an astonishingly beautiful girl entered, step by step—the only girl in the entire school with long, flowing hair, the undisputed academic prodigy, the true number one in the school, unchallenged by any peer.

She was An Ran.

"An Ran..." Li Linzhu was momentarily stupefied. He had just mentioned her name, and here she was—the very embodiment of speaking of someone and having them appear.

"Teacher," An Ran’s voice, clear and melodious as a mountain spring, filled the room. "I have something I’d like to discuss with you."

"Yes, yes, go ahead," Li Linzhu replied hastily.

An Ran smiled, "I’d also like to take the college entrance examination early. I don’t intend to continue with high school."

Li Linzhu: "..."

Chen Feng couldn’t help but study the breathtaking girl before him. They’d attended the same school, and though An Ran was well known, he had never really paid her any special attention. He knew only that she was brilliant and beautiful, but how far her abilities extended, he hadn’t the faintest idea.

She wanted to take the college entrance exam early too?

"What’s the matter?" An Ran suddenly sensed the odd atmosphere, as if everyone’s gaze was flickering between her and Chen Feng.

Chen Feng knew of An Ran, but An Ran did not know him. Just a month ago, he had been overweight; now, he’d slimmed down and gained muscle—he was a completely different person. An Ran had no impression of him and didn’t care to. All she knew was that he played basketball well and that his grades had apparently improved, but she’d never bothered to learn more.

Throughout the school, An Ran had countless admirers, yet she had never shown the slightest interest in any of them—whether handsome, academically gifted, well-connected, or wealthy. Some had even tried to harass her after school, but those individuals were never seen again.

"It’s nothing. An Ran, this student Chen Feng here just proposed taking the college entrance exam early as well," Li Linzhu said with a laugh. "I didn’t expect you to come with the same request!"

"Oh?" An Ran’s gaze fell on Chen Feng, her tone tinged with coldness and disdain. "Well then, Chen Feng, you’d better work hard!"

Though her words offered encouragement, Chen Feng could hear the thick layer of scorn beneath them.

An Ran’s attitude left Chen Feng faintly annoyed. Ever since obtaining the Extraction System, his personality had undergone a dramatic transformation—from the old, insecure Chen Feng to a new, self-assured version. He wasn’t arrogant, but he had reclaimed his lost self-respect.

He’d never had much interaction with An Ran, knowing only that she was an excellent student. But he hadn’t expected her to be quite so self-important.

"An Ran, you should work hard too," he replied slowly, looking at her. "I’ve heard you’ve always been first in the grade. Make sure you study hard—if you do badly, don’t blame it on carelessness. It just means your ability wasn’t up to par!"

"What did you say?" An Ran’s delicate brows arched slightly. This was the first time someone had ever spoken to her in such a tone. Since childhood, she’d lived in a world of praise and admiration—no one had ever dared speak to her this way.

"I’m just saying, do your best. Although, honestly, it won’t help you," Chen Feng said, clearly displeased with An Ran’s superior attitude. She might be beautiful, but he just couldn’t stand her condescension.

"Hmph. Aren’t you afraid of biting your tongue with such bold words? You think you can compete with me?" With that, An Ran chose not to linger. She turned to Li Linzhu, "Teacher, I’ll leave the matter of the college entrance exam in your hands. I’ll be going now."

Not giving Chen Feng a chance to retort, An Ran calmly left the office.

Chen Feng watched her departing figure, then turned to Sun Minghai. "Teacher, I’ll leave my application for the college entrance exam to you as well. I’ll take my leave now."

Sun Minghai and Li Linzhu exchanged stunned glances. For a school to produce one academic prodigy was remarkable enough—but now they had two.

Heaven’s chosen ones—what kind of sparks would fly when these two met?

Leaving the office, Chen Feng’s gaze immediately landed on An Ran. Silently, he activated the Extraction System and selected her as his target.

"Let’s see, Academic Goddess, just how impressive you really are!"

In a flash, a flood of data appeared in the system interface. Chen Feng stared at the information, momentarily dazed, unable to believe what he was seeing. Finally, he exhaled sharply, "This An Ran really isn’t to be underestimated!"