[ Lin Jiayi led Huo Yuhao through the campus, introducing the area as they walked:]
"Our Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy is different from other academies. We don't value your spirit power level or your spirit quality. What we value is your understanding and passion for the spirit tool."
He pointed to the buildings scattered in the distance: "Over there are the teaching buildings, where classes on the basic theory of spirit tools, spirit power cultivation, and materials science are held. Over there is the experimental area, with a dedicated spirit tool making workshop where students can practice at any time. Over there is the library, which houses the most comprehensive collection of spirit tool texts on the continent. Over there is the training ground, specifically used to test the practical effectiveness of spirit tools."
Huo Yuhao walked and looked around, secretly amazed. Every building here was ingeniously designed and full of technological sense. Students he encountered walked by in twos and threes, some carrying books, some holding Spirit Tool parts, and some discussing something as they walked.
Lin Jiayi continued, "Our academy's teaching methods are also different from others. Teachers won't force you to learn anything; instead, they'll help you find the most suitable direction based on your interests and talents. If you like studying theory, you can study with a theory teacher; if you like hands-on creation, you can go to the workshop and learn from a technician; if you like practical experience, you can go to the training ground and find a practical instructor."
"But there's one thing you must remember—" He stopped and turned to Huo Yuhao, "The academy is giving you a chance, but that doesn't mean you can stay. Before you're fifteen, you must reach level three Soul Engineer. Before you're eighteen, if you reach level five Soul Engineer, you can apply to study at Mingde Hall. If you don't reach that level, you'll automatically drop out."
Huo Yuhao nodded solemnly: "I understand."
...
Black World, Douluo Continent.
Inside the tavern, the people listened intently.
"A Level 3 Soul Engineer at 15, a Level 5 at 18... those are pretty high requirements."
"It's not low, but they give you a chance! As long as you work hard, you can stay. Unlike here..."
"Unlike what we have here?"
The man didn't continue.
But everyone understood what he meant.
Unlike here, where one mistake can lead to dismissal.
Unlike here, where a teacher's words are like a sacred decree, allowing no room for argument.
Unlike here, where there's only one road to take.
...
[ Lin Jiayi led Huo Yuhao to the freshman class classroom. Pushing open the door, dozens of eyes immediately turned to them.]
[On the podium, a young teacher is giving a lecture. He gestures for Huo Yuhao to introduce himself.]
Huo Yuhao stepped forward, his gaze calmly sweeping over the entire class:
[" Huo Yuhao, Spirit Eyes, First Ring. Please guide me."]
A murmur rippled through the classroom. Some were curious, some indifferent, and others gave him a friendly smile.
Lin Jiayi didn't say much and turned to leave. The young teacher pointed to an empty seat in the back row: "Sit there for now."
Huo Yuhao walked towards his seat. As he passed a chubby classmate, Fatty winked at him and whispered, " You're from Star Luo? Impressive! We'll be classmates from now on!"
Huo Yuhao paused slightly, then nodded.
...
Above the Sky Screen, the daily teaching activities of Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy begin to unfold.
[At dawn, students arrived at the classroom one after another. The teacher stood on the podium, holding a basic soul guide core, patiently explaining its structure and principles. When he reached a crucial point, he would pause and ask the students if they understood. If a student raised a hand to ask a question, he would answer carefully, even stepping down from the podium to draw a diagram on the blackboard.]
[After class, a student brought out his self-made spirit tool for the teacher's feedback. After carefully examining it, the teacher pointed out a few problems, then patted him on the shoulder: "Not bad, you've improved since last week. Keep up the good work."]
[The second lesson was a guidance session on spirit power practice. Students sat cross-legged and practiced spirit power under the teacher's guidance. The teacher would walk around each person, feeling the flow of spirit power within them, and then offer personalized advice.]
["Your spirit power is too restless; you need to pay more attention to concentration when practicing."]
"You're making rapid progress, but don't be greedy. Steady progress is the right way."
[The third lesson focused on the practical application of Spirit Tools. Students paired up on the training field and practiced using their self-made Spirit Tools in multiplayer battles. The instructor observed from the sidelines, occasionally stopping the session to point out any problems.]
["Your angle was wrong just now; you should have tilted it a little more to the left."]
"You two are working well together, keep practicing."
[The afternoon is free research time. Students are free to choose to research in the library, build spirit tools in the lab, or practice in the training area. Instructors will not force participation but will provide guidance throughout the various locations.]
[A student encountered a problem while creating a spirit tool and went to ask the instructor for help. After reviewing the question, the instructor didn't give a direct answer but instead asked, "Where do you think the problem might lie?"]
[The student thought for a moment and then shared their thoughts.]
[The teacher nodded: "That makes sense, but you overlooked a detail—look here again."]
[The student observed carefully for a moment, then suddenly realized: "So that's how it is!"]
The teacher smiled and said, "Go ahead, and show it to me when you've corrected it."
...
Black World, Douluo Continent.
Inside the tavern, the people stared in disbelief.
"This...this is so different!"
"Yes, Shrek's approach is to believe whatever the teacher says, while here the teacher guides you to think?"
"Look at that teacher, when a student asks a question, he doesn't answer directly, but instead lets the student think for themselves. What's that called again?"
"Heuristic teaching?"
"Yes, yes, yes! Heuristic teaching!"
Someone murmured, "No wonder Huo Yuhao of that world could become a god-king... Who wouldn't succeed growing up in this kind of environment?"
...
Shrek City, Inner Court.
Xuan Zi stared at the images on the Sky Screen, speechless for a long time.
What did he see?
What he saw was a teacher squatting down next to a student, patiently answering each question.
What he saw was that students could interrupt the teacher to ask questions at any time, and the teacher not only did not get angry, but also guided them seriously.
What he saw was the free time in the afternoon, with students moving freely in the library, laboratories, and training grounds, their faces filled with genuine enthusiasm.
And what about Shrek, whom he knew well?
It was Zhou Yi who stood on the podium, using his authority to intimidate the entire audience.
It was a relentless, grueling training regimen that pushed every trainee to their limits.
Students who make mistakes are expelled without even a chance to explain.
"Elder Xuan…" Yan Shaozhe's voice was a little hoarse, "Our Shrek …"
Xuan Zi raised his hand, interrupting him.
"I know."
His voice was soft, but it carried a deep weariness.
"I know."