CH4: System In Hand

"Dou Qi, None!"

On the pitch-black magical stone tablet, four golden characters flickered, leaving everyone on the testing ground dumbfounded, as if they had witnessed something unbelievable.

Dou Qi, None?

What was this situation? It was unprecedented. At this age, even the weakest typically exhibited some Dou Qi. But this Xiao Han... he actually had none?

Everyone stood in stunned silence, gazing at Xiao Han as if he were a peculiar anomaly. Could it be that he wasn't from the Dou Qi Continent?

In this moment, nobody had the inclination to sneer anymore. This was beyond mere ridicule; it was complete inadequacy. What was the point of mockery?

Observing the gazes around him, Xiao Han, despite his thick skin, couldn't help but feel embarrassed. He wished he could just disappear into thin air. How mortifying!

However, being a top student from the 21st century and possessing a universal system, Xiao Han had nothing to feel inferior about, merely a tad embarrassed.

Soon, Xiao Han regained his composure. Calmly and confidently, he descended from the platform. After all, he hadn't embarked on Cultivation yet; there was no need to rush. He had his system.

After all, who should he fear when he had a system at his disposal?

Stepping down, Xiao Han paid no mind to the disdainful glances and made his way directly to where Xiao Yan stood.

Approaching Xiao Yan filled Xiao Han with excitement. This was the Yan Emperor-to-be, destined for fame throughout the Dou Qi Continent.

In the future, Xiao Yan's name would echo in every corner of the Dou Qi Continent and even throughout the vast Great Thousand World. Emperor Yan would be renowned!

Xiao Han couldn't contain his excitement at the prospect of meeting the famed Emperor Yan.

Soon, Xiao Han reached Xiao Yan. He scrutinized him carefully, noting his not particularly handsome but charming appearance, especially his deep, inscrutable eyes.

"Fortunately, I'm not as handsome..." Xiao Han chuckled to himself, feeling quite confident in his own appeal. In this other world, he was undoubtedly the type to attract admirers.

"Xiao Yan, hello, it's a pleasure to meet you. I'm Xiao Han." Extending his right hand with a warm smile, Xiao Han greeted Xiao Yan.

"I'm aware of your name. Dou Qi deficiency seems to be our shared affliction," Xiao Yan replied. His words were straightforward yet kind, devoid of any arrogance towards Xiao Han, despite Xiao Han's apparent inferiority.

Hearing this, Xiao Han chuckled wryly. Sympathizing with each other? Suddenly, he had an epiphany, as if he'd figured something out.

"We're in this together!" Xiao Han exclaimed suddenly.

"Why do you say that?" Xiao Yan looked at him in surprise.

"The Heaven and Earth Tiger of the King of Pagoda Town!" Xiao Han declared.

"The River Demon of Pagoda Town!" Xiao Yan's eyes widened in astonishment.

"Xiao Yan, we're strangers in a strange land. Let's support each other more in the future!" Xiao Han patted Xiao Yan's shoulder with a solemn expression. "After all, Emperor Yan is our hometown. Who else can we count on?"

"Indeed, let's be brothers from now on. Through thick and thin!" Xiao Yan agreed, clapping Xiao Han on the shoulder.

"Okay!" Xiao Han replied resolutely, his spirits uplifted.

*Ding...*

At that moment, Xiao Rou's voice sounded: "Congratulations, Master, on establishing a friendly relationship with Xiao Yan, the protagonist of the Battle Through The Heavens World. The system will reward you with 10 points!"

Hearing Xiao Rou's unexpected announcement, Xiao Han was stunned. He couldn't help but ask inwardly, "Xiao Rou, what are these points for?"

"In exchange for items, Master. The system point store offers various products for purchase," Xiao Rou explained.

"Such as?" Xiao Han inquired.

"Various items, Cultivation techniques, spiritual tools, and more, depending on your points," Xiao Rou replied.

Curious, Xiao Han perused the point store's interface in his mind. The array of products dazzled him, ranging from the mundane to the extraordinary.

"How do I earn points?" Xiao Han asked.

"By establishing relationships with key figures, advancing in Cultivation, defeating monsters or villains, or capturing the hearts of girls, among other methods," Xiao Rou elucidated.

"Girlfriends count?" Xiao Han blinked, feeling a tinge of excitement. He'd never had a girlfriend before, but in this new world, surrounded by beauties, perhaps it was time to change that.

"Certainly, Master," Xiao Rou confirmed.

As Xiao Han pondered his newfound opportunities, a graceful figure approached. Clad in purple, she exuded elegance and beauty—none other than Xun'er.

"Xiao Yan, big brother..." Xun'er's soft voice reached Xiao Yan's ears, and they walked away together, leaving Xiao Han feeling a twinge of envy.

"Xiao Yan, even though you'll become Emperor Yan and I admire you greatly, I must say, I'm quite envious!" Xiao Han couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy.

"However, Xiao Yan, you may have Yao Lao's golden finger, but I have an omnipotent system. In the future, I'll be famous throughout the Dou Qi Continent, and you won't be the only one!" With confidence, Xiao Han embraced the promise of his system, envisioning a future filled with boundless opportunities.

With that thought, Xiao Han left the testing ground, eager to delve into the study of Cultivation.