Chapter 238. That One Extra Lydia
During the lunch break, Tyler decided not to go to the cafeteria. Instead, he stayed in the classroom, engrossed in his studies, preparing for the two tests scheduled in the afternoon.
For the past month, Tyler had been skipping most of his classes. It wasn’t due to laziness—he had his reasons—but the consequence was clear: he had no choice but to cram at the last minute. Thankfully, Senior Hawk had helped him prepare. She had collected previous exam questions and their standard answers, providing him with some hope of passing.
The first test was a behavior assessment. Unlike typical academic subjects, it consisted of questions that delved into ethical dilemmas and personality evaluations.
For example: If you encountered an Abyss monster attacking a person, what would you do?
The options were grim.
If you chose to save the person, there was a high chance you might lose your life in the process. On the other hand, if you chose to walk away, you would be morally condemned.
Another question asked: If you found out your wife was cheating on you, what would you do? Options included forgiving her, divorcing her, or taking extreme measures like killing her.
These weren’t questions with "correct" answers. Rather, they were designed to test a student’s personality, values, and critical thinking. The goal was to prepare future cultivators to face difficult decisions with wisdom and resilience.
Tyler sighed as he reviewed these hypothetical scenarios. He was relieved that this would be the last time he’d have to deal with these types of psychological tests. According to the curriculum, such subjects were mandatory only in the first two semesters. Their purpose was to address a critical issue: the arrogance that often accompanied great power. As one delved deeper into the path of immortality and gained immense strength, unchecked arrogance could lead to a cultivator’s downfall. These classes aimed to instill humility and ethical reasoning, even if many students found them tedious.
The second test, however, was one Tyler dreaded for a different reason—it was the combat assessment.
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