[Panel] [Evolution Paths: ① Solar Evolution: Compatibility 98% (Unlock with 12 Intel Points); ② Immortal Flame Evolution: Compatibility 96% (Unlock with 12 Intel Points); ③ Flame Body Evolution: Compatibility 91% (Unlock with 12 Intel Points); …… ⑥ Armor Evolution: Compatibility 63% (Unlock with 12 Intel Points); ⑦ Gigantification Evolution: Compatibility 60% (Unlock with 6[12] Intel Points); …… ⑨ Corrupted Evolution: Compatibility 50% (Unlock with 12 Intel Points)] …… A total of nine selectable evolution paths. Each path had a dark silhouette, roughly recognizable as a Fire Crow, but with slight differences in detail. "Compatibility over 50% might be the basic requirement for evolution." Su Hao pondered, "The higher the compatibility, the easier the evolution should be, and it might also result in a stronger form afterward." The first three were worth considering. All were above 90%. Solar Evolution had the highest compatibility, likely related to the Fire Crow's 'Solar Stance.' But Su Hao didn't unlock any more. After evolving into a Fire Crow, he still had to spend Intel Points to upgrade its 'Cultivation Plan,' so he shouldn't waste them recklessly for now. "Anyway, the Fire Crow is far from its ceiling, no need to rush into those decisions." Su Hao stood on tiptoe, patted the Fire Crow's head, and said, "You've just evolved, and this is a high-speed period for combat power growth. Don't slack off during this time. "After finals, there'll be strong enemies for you to cut down. Work hard." At the word "cut," the Fire Crow got excited. It sharpened its feathers eagerly. Su Hao didn't care what strange hobby it had awakened; seeing this, he felt reassured. …… Only a dozen days remained until the final exams. At Whale Island University, aside from a few required courses, the school had almost no demands on students. Attend lectures, arrange training for spirits, take on-campus tasks, take off-campus tasks... or leave school to participate in various competitions, or handle personal matters. Anything goes! As long as they passed the final exams. But passing was just the basic requirement. Upon graduation, whether they graduated as ordinary students, elite students, or special training camp students... The gap was huge. "Not only that, any evaluation above passing in the finals earns credits. For many ordinary students, it's the easiest chance to rack up credits. "For me... hmm, seems a bit beneath notice? "But during the finals, there's also a combat power rating for students. If the rating is high enough, you can apply for a special training camp challenge." That was one of only two opportunities each year. "Senior Brother Wu said that in the special training camp, you not only get a monthly credit allowance but also access to many training facilities that aren't widely available... In short, plenty of benefits. "The only issue is whether I can get in this semester? Can I beat those senior students at the bottom?" Su Hao could only rely on his combat powerhouse, the Fire Crow. He glanced back again... And included Die Xiaodie in the count. …… Su Hao's wallet was currently quite full. He had exchanged many fire-type treasures for the Fire Crow to absorb. "Boom~!" At a desolate mountain training area. A blazing sun descended from the sky, smashing and melting the ground, blasting a huge crater. The Fire Crow, enveloped in a massive fireball, flew forward, whooshing past... Swoosh— Distant giant stone pillars were sliced cleanly in half. The upper halves crashed down with a thud. White smoke rose from the severed ends. After a moment, The flames around the Fire Crow subsided, returning it to its original form. Su Hao rode the Water Kirin Beast closer and nodded slightly. "Its destructive power in Solar Stance is strong... but its endurance is lacking." Originally, the Flame Feather Stance had been trained for a long time, giving it decent stamina. But a single secret evolution had made the Fire Crow even more short-lived. It had become a hundred-second crow. "At full burst, it can last even less time... Hmm, energy leakage is a bit severe." The Fire Crow's training was very simple. Absorb fire-type treasures. Continuously use Solar Stance. Once Solar Stance was mastered, its various attributes improved accordingly. …… Time passed. Each spirit trained steadily under the plans he had set. The Electric Light Bear continued perfecting those two secret techniques. The Water Kirin Beast absorbed treasures to stimulate its bloodline concentration. Die Xiaodie... "Speaking of which, why has the little one gotten so serious lately?" Originally, Die Xiaodie's training schedule was 8-6-7, and Su Hao, considering humane treatment, gave it plenty of rest time. But recently... "What got into it?" Su Hao saw Die Xiaodie extend its tiny hands, with three orbs spinning continuously in front of them. Around it, specially made crystal balls bobbed up and down nonstop. It was training its mental strength. Multitasking! Seeing it so focused, Su Hao didn't disturb it and tiptoed out of the villa. …… In the blink of an eye, the exam week that all universities have arrived. Whale Island University's final exams were broadly divided into three parts. Written exam, ability exam, and battle exam. "Practical combat exams won't start until next semester, over in the New World." Liu Ren suddenly popped up and said, "I feel like it's way easier than the college entrance exam... But why is there still a written exam, dammit!" "Just a few test papers, not hard." Su Hao shrugged. In the past, he hated written exams too. But the exam subjects at the spirit university didn't include Chinese or advanced math. Aside from one ethics course, all other subjects were related to spirits, so he had nothing to fear. And ethics... it was open-book anyway. Liu Ren took critical damage. Liu Ren left the chat. …… The written exams lasted three days. Su Hao had his spirits continue their intensive training... except for the Water Kirin Beast. As his designated mount, the Water Kirin Beast had to handle his daily commute to and from the exam hall. One summon and it appeared, more convenient than a ride-hailing app. On the fourth day. Su Hao, Liu Ren, Gu Lingyao, and others, as part of the same exam batch, followed several instructors to the exam area. "The exams are grouped by dormitory area. Song Ting isn't here—too bad, I wanted to go head-to-head with him." Su Hao turned to look at Liu Ren, scanning his arm, "You go head-to-head with him?" "Cough..." Liu Ren looked around, didn't see Li Songting, and breathed a sigh of relief. "I meant my spirit going against his. I think with my Lava Dragon Turtle, I'll get a pretty good result in the finals." As he spoke, they arrived at the exam area. The instructors stopped, and the one in front, Su Hao recognized. It was Instructor Sun Gaoyang. He spoke, his voice carrying far: "The ability exam is divided into three parts: Attack Exam, Speed Exam, and Defense Exam. "The Attack Exam tests not just the power of moves, but also accuracy and attack speed." He waved his hand. In the distance, the metal-plated ground slowly opened to both sides, and bubble-like light orbs floated up into the sky. The orbs were about the size of basketballs, drifting randomly in midair. Then, Instructor Sun Gaoyang snapped his fingers. The Fire Soldier behind him raised its hand, and a red glow spread, coating the orbs in the air with a red layer. Some were light in color. Some were deep.