Bai Luan was indeed severely Super Broken.
This was something anyone could have anticipated.
But... who can tell me how Herta managed to get that photo!?
Wh-y!
Why did Herta have a photo of him being Broken by her while watching the show!?
When Herta took out the photo to show him, he had an impulse to just die and be done with it.
Damn it... isn't Herta completely overpowered now?
She already has overpowered set of skill against him, how can she possibly have another Broken method specifically effective against him?
My living environment is already so difficult, why would someone try to add more pressure on me!
How can this person be so evil!
Since there weren't many people present at the time, Bai Luan's deduction was quick.
Rather, he didn't even need to deduce; he immediately locked onto the culprit.
This must have been Lars!
Not to mention this guy has a record of creating Instant Explosions for himself—who else present besides him would do such a thing?
Given Olivia's personality, upon seeing him faint, she wouldn't think about taking a photo, but would immediately rush to the Medical Department for help.
As for Jarvis... honestly, how long has it been since it was created?
Even if the curio effect it gained grants it learning ability, the learning ability couldn't possibly be this fast.
If it really learned that fast, and Screwllum found out... Impossible! This matter absolutely cannot happen!
The more one fears something will happen, the more likely it is to happen, so Bai Luan decided not to think about it anymore.
In summary, the culprit is undoubtedly Lars; that boy must have done it.
Damn it, Lars, you bastard.
It seems I assigned you too few research topics.
It looks like I must find you some more difficult topics to research.
While Bai Luan was pondering how to arrange an SSS-Rank Difficulty Instance for Lars, his phone vibrated.
He took out his phone and checked the message.
The person who sent him the message was Professor Ratio.
Ratio: I reached an agreement with Heimerdinger, the Principal of First Truth University. I told him to improve First Truth University according to my requirements, and if he satisfied me, I would relay a message from him to you.
Ratio: They succeeded.
Ratio: As agreed, I am relaying their message to you—they want to invite you to give a lecture at First Truth University.
Bai Luan: So, should I agree?
Ratio: It's up to you.
Ratio: I made it very clear from the start that I am only responsible for relaying the message; whether you agree or not has nothing to do with me.
Seeing this message, Bai Luan couldn't help but smile.
Professor is still the same, clearly defined boundaries, never dragging things out.
Bai Luan: I didn't expect the Professor would actually make a bet with them.
Ratio: That's because ever since you handed the decision-making power over to me, until now...
Ratio: Heimerdinger, the Principal of First Truth University, diligently came to bother me every day.
Seeing Professor Ratio's slightly helpless tone, Bai Luan couldn't hold back his laughter even more.
It seems Truth Father was truly annoyed beyond measure, which is why he made the bet with them.
But, I really didn't expect that they could actually meet his requirements.
It seems this group still has some redeeming qualities.
Ratio: If you don't want to, just ignore them.
Hmm... although he didn't have anything urgent, he really didn't want to exert the effort to go to First Truth University to give a lecture.
Giving a lecture is exhausting.
Bai Luan was just about to type a refusal, but then he stopped.
That boy Lars,
Isn't he just lacking this kind of practical experience?
The corner of Bai Luan's mouth began to slowly and uncontrollably curl upwards, sketching a smile that carried a hint of benevolence and expectation, but which others would certainly perceive as malicious.
This is absolutely not a case of public retaliation for private grudges... he solemnly told himself in his heart.
This is all to temper Lars, to broaden his horizons and enhance his abilities!
Yes, everything is for Lars's growth!
Absolutely, absolutely not public retaliation for private grudges!
Bai Luan: Professor, although I don't have much time, I have someone here who can give the lecture in my place.
Ratio: Who?
Bai Luan: A Staff Member from the Space Station.
Ratio recalled the impression the Space Station Staff Member had left on him the last time he visited the Space Station.
Ratio: ...
Ratio: Are you sure?
Hmm... that really is the reaction I expected.
Bai Luan: He is somewhat different.
Bai Luan: I consider him my student.
Ratio: Oh?
Ratio: Interesting.
Ratio: I never thought that my former student could now teach students himself. That is truly gratifying.
Ratio: Full marks!
Ratio: Let him go.
Ratio: I will handle the communication with First Truth University.
Bai Luan: OK.
Ratio: It's a pity I'm not at First Truth University right now, or I would definitely go listen to his lecture personally.
Ratio: And then conduct an objective assessment of your teaching level.
Bai Luan: My teaching is very average.
Bai Luan: Professor isn't at First Truth University?
Bai Luan: Are you at Penacony?
Ratio: How do you know that, too?
Ratio: Are you really not related to the Stellaron Hunters?
Bai Luan: No.
Bai Luan: Seriously.
Ratio: [Doubt]
Ratio: I have things to do, talk later.
Bai Luan: Professor, I wish you a pleasant journey in Penacony.
In Penacony, Ratio put away his phone and looked at Aventurine beside him.
This journey is truly pleasant. (Sigh)
After deciding what kind of task to assign Lars, Bai Luan felt much happier.
He strode quickly toward Lars's laboratory.
Oi! Stop slacking off, Lars, I have a great job for you!
After Lars listened, he was utterly shocked.
What do you mean by giving an academic lecture at a top-tier academic institution? Does that sound like something I should be doing?
"Station Master... I'm just an ordinary Staff Member at the Space Station. Isn't it a bit much to entrust this task to me..."
Bai Luan looked at the slightly timid Lars.
Hey, hey! If you show fear here, how am I supposed to get... *cough* *cough*... temper you?
"Lars, you need to understand that often, people like to view certain things as overly grand while viewing themselves as overly insignificant.
If you feel this way, just look back at how far you've come..."
Bai Luan reached out and patted his shoulder.
"You will realize that what you have accomplished is already remarkable."
"Station Master, I personally don't mind, but this ultimately represents you, the Station Master..."
Hearing this, Bai Luan suddenly changed the subject and spoke in a half-joking, half-serious tone:
"Since you're representing me, what do you have to be afraid of?"
He winked.
"Your background is solid enough that you can output right in the judges' faces. What is there to be nervous about?"
This extremely inappropriate joke, suddenly inserted into such a serious topic, instantly broke the tense atmosphere, causing Lars to burst out laughing, and his nervousness largely dissipated.
Hmm, Olivia, who was eavesdropping nearby, managed to hold herself back.
Setting aside the psychological factor of anxiety, this truly was an opportunity to temper himself.
If it were the Old Novices and those seniors... they would never get stage fright in such a situation. It seems this is a hurdle I must overcome.
He took a deep breath and then made up his mind.
Although this matter carried immense pressure—Lars had never been crushed by the high pressure of various assessments throughout his journey.
"I understand, Station Master. Perhaps the result of the lecture won't be great, but I promise you, it will be everything I can give."
Bai Luan nodded at him.
"Just do your best."
Very good.
The other party accepted this SSS-Rank Difficulty Instance.
At least for the time being, he shouldn't have time to mess with him.
"If the pressure is too much, take Olivia and Jarvis with you. I'll approve your leave."
Olivia, who was pretending to discuss issues with Jarvis but was actually eavesdropping with pricked ears: ?
"This involves me too?"
She looked bewildered.
Bai Luan smiled at her, his tone gentle:
"After all, having a familiar and trusted partner nearby can relieve a lot of stress, right?"
Bai Luan looked at the trio of Lars, Olivia, and Jarvis.
For the three of you, living a good life is better than anything.