He hadn't expected the White God to pay a personal visit.
Morintis poured water for the two guests.
Plain boiled water.
Victor Stone explained, "Sir, please don't mind.
Morintis's sister went to Xiajing Academy last year.
Otherwise, he lives alone."
Byron's gaze swept across the room.
The furnishings at home were very simple.
Many areas were somewhat worn and old.
One could imagine the family's living environment wasn't affluent; it could even be said to be poor.
For such a household to produce a genius like Morintis was exceedingly rare.
The White God smiled and asked, "Morintis's sister is also at Xiajing Academy?"
Victor Stone immediately responded, "Morona.
She tested into Xiajing Academy last year."
Byron's status and position were too high; he didn't know Morona.
But today, he had committed Morona to memory.
If the opportunity arose, he could look into her.
"For both siblings to enter Xiajing Academy is truly commendable."
Byron offered praise, his gaze shifting to Morintis.
On the way here, he had heard Victor Stone's introduction about Morintis and knew Morintis spoke very little.
He was reticent.
Seeing him now confirmed it.
He thought to himself that perhaps it was precisely this kind of personality that enabled him to possess composure beyond his peers.
"Can you summon your creatures for me to see?"
Naturally, Morintis would not refuse, and dared not refuse, Byron's request.
Skeleton Warriors silently appeared in the room.
Byron glanced at them and said, puzzled, "Four Core Attributes of 250.
They seem quite ordinary.
But how did you manage it in the Expedition Space?"
At Byron's level and realm, there was no longer a need to deliberately use the Detection Skill.
Many skills had become ingrained, second nature.
Hearing Byron's words, Morintis suddenly understood something:
His own talent bonuses could not be detected by others.
What others saw were only the Skeleton Warriors' base attributes.
But what ultimately took effect in combat were the attributes enhanced by his talent.
Byron continued asking, "What talent have you awakened?"
Victor Stone's face showed surprise.
"Morintis, you truly awakened a talent?"
Morintis said softly, "My talent is Amplification.
It amplifies all skills."
Byron showed an expression that said he had expected as much.
"Indeed, it was evident from your performance in the Expedition Space."
Byron did not press further.
Instead, he changed the subject.
"My visit here has two purposes."
"First is to give you your reward.
Originally, this reward was to be given after you arrived at the academy.
But since I'm here, I brought it along."
"Second is to take you to the academy.
The day after tomorrow, there will be a trial.
I hope you can participate."
Byron got straight to the point, stating his purpose clearly.
Morintis asked, "What kind of trial is it?"
Byron said, "It's an internal trial of our Xiajing Academy.
The participants are all internal students of our Xiajing Academy.
Specific information can only be told to you after you agree to participate."
Morintis sensed something unusual.
First, Byron said he hoped Morintis could participate, meaning this trial wasn't mandatory for him.
The decision to participate or not lay entirely with himself.
Second were the trial participants.
The trial participants were internal members of Xiajing Academy.
He knew very little about Xiajing Academy and didn't understand the implications of 'internal members.
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Coupled with the confidentiality surrounding the trial's content, it indicated the trial was out of the ordinary.
Morintis pondered the meaning behind the White God's words.
Caution was a state he must maintain at all times.
No matter the situation, remain cautious throughout and analyze calmly.
Byron revealed a satisfied smile.
"You are very cautious.
That is good."
"I cannot reveal too much about the trial's content.
What I can tell you is that this trial opportunity is rare."
"Originally, you weren't qualified to participate.
It is I who am privately giving you this opportunity."
After listening to the White God's words, Morintis immediately made a decision.
"I will participate."
Byron had spoken to this extent.
If he still refused to participate, it would be tantamount to slighting Byron.
Morintis was no fool.
He wouldn't do something that would offend others.
"Since that's settled, let me give you your rewards now."
"As the National Top Scorer, your rewards are substantial."
Light flashed in Byron's hand, and several items appeared.
Morintis's eyes narrowed; among them was one item he recognized: a skill scroll.
"The first reward is your 100,000 points."
"This is the points reward for the National Top Scorer.
It does not conflict with the points you obtained in the major exam."
Morintis obtained 34,605 points in the major exam.
The National Top Scorer additionally rewarded 100,000 points.
Thus, Morintis directly possessed over 130,000 points.
This amount of points was already considerable; many senior students at Xiajing Academy might not necessarily have more than him.
Byron handed a card to Morintis.
"Your points are all in here."
"You must have heard that in Xiajing Academy, points are more useful than gold coins."
"That is indeed true.
You will understand the specifics once you reach Xiajing Academy."
"The second prize is also part of your National Top Scorer reward."
"One Low-Grade Skill Scroll, one Mid-Grade Skill Scroll."
"The third prize is an additional reward for you, based on your performance in the Expedition Space."
"One entry qualification for the Divine Dragon Tower."
"Regarding the specific information about the Divine Dragon Tower, you will naturally learn about it when you get to Xiajing Academy.
I won't waste words explaining it."
"However, I can tell you that the entry qualification for the Divine Dragon Tower is extremely precious, especially the first time.
Before you go, you must make thorough preparations."
Since Byron emphasized this, it was naturally very important.
"I understand."