A few minutes later, Qian Qi added Su Xingle’s light brain number, returned his jacket and student card, and left the boys’ dormitory feeling satisfied.

“I still have one more chance to use the Analysis Technique today. Let’s take a stroll to the back mountain~”

Every college at the Awakener University has its own dedicated area. For example, the Beast Taming Department has its dissection lab, the Magical Beast Department has its beast storage, the Command Department has its combat simulation room, and the Skill Department has its battle square.

The plantation on the back mountain is the exclusive territory of the Magic Plant Department, where students grow and study magical plants.

“Let me see, which one should I analyze?”

Standing on the hillside, Qian Qi raised her hand to survey the scene, taking in the chaotic dance of magical plants. Just as she was about to pick one that looked easy to deal with, the system panel suddenly appeared.

It hovered right above a deep red magical plant, drawing a big, bold “↓”.

“You want me to analyze this?”

Qian Qi walked over and noticed that the appearance of this magical plant resembled a variety from her previous life called “Spring Orchid.” Countless blood-red, slender leaves surrounded a flower bud, with densely packed, sharp serrations along the edges. The white bud was adorned with three petals featuring alternating orange-red and blood-red stripes.

[Magical Plant Name: Three-Scale Orchid
Grade: E
Attack Method: Leaves exhibit autonomous aggression when approached; flower petals have projectile attack capabilities
Weakness: Strong light exposure
Organ Function Analysis: Root, Stem, Leaf, Flower, Fruit, Seed]

Qian Qi tapped through the [Organ Function Analysis] one by one and soon her eyes lit up. “The petals of the Three-Scale Orchid actually have hemostatic properties?”

She checked her light brain and found that research on the Three-Scale Orchid did indeed mention its hemostatic effects. However, the effect was so weak compared to human-invented hemostatic drugs that it was considered rather useless.

“This…” Qian Qi couldn’t help but glance at the system panel.

[Dear, are you lost and unsure of where to go? Are your pockets empty, yet you dream of becoming a millionaire? Are you lonely, wishing for eight male models to keep you company?]

“? Speak human.”

[For just 998, you can obtain the recipe for the “Magic Potion – Strong Hemostatic Drug”~ Actions speak louder than words, so what are you waiting for? Just 998, and the magic potion is yours!]

Qian Qi: ???
What’s with this strong sales pitch vibe?

Qian Qi pointed at the two words on the panel, “Magic Potion?”

[Magic Potions are drugs made from various magical plants in specific proportions, often with miraculous effects~ For example, the “Strong Hemostatic Drug” can instantly stop bleeding and heal even a severed artery~]

“That amazing?” Qian Qi’s eyes sparkled. Humans in this world must get injured easily. If she could produce this magic potion, wouldn’t she make a fortune?
“As expected of you!” Qian Qi immediately showed a look of admiration and exclaimed, “To possess such a powerful function is truly rare in this world, unique to you. Under your protection, I can walk sideways!”

[Ahem, no need to flatter.]

“So, can we make it cheaper? I think 20 yuan is just right.” Qian Qi very carefully reserved seven days’ worth of meal money for herself.

[…Get lost!]

Who haggles like that?!
“Really, no?” Qian Qi pulled out a worn-out 20 Yuan bill and waved it in front of the blue panel. “I need to stay alive first to create more wealth for you, right?”

She had figured out that the system’s operating mechanism revolved around money. As long as she paid, it would provide some information.

The system panel fell silent for a moment, then: [Two-month installment plan. First month: 20, second month: 978.]

“90.”

[978!]

“120.”

[978!]

“300, that’s my final offer.”

[778, 778, how about that!]

“578, my bottom line. Otherwise, I’ll just starve.”

[…678! Final offer! Take it or leave it!]

“Deal~ As expected of the generous system~” Qian Qi quickly stuffed the money into the blue panel.

The panel retreated slightly, [I want that crisp new 20 in your pocket.]

“…Why are you so picky?” Qian Qi grumbled as she took back the old, worn-out bill and handed over the shiny new 20 from her pocket to the system panel.

After swallowing the money, the panel displayed the recipe for the Hemostatic Drug.

“Three-Scale Orchid petals, mixed with equal proportions of Vermilion Flame Grass leaves, Monk Fruit peel, and peeled, seedless Pufeng fruit flesh, ground into powder, and then…”

“Hmm.” Qian Qi rubbed her chin. It seemed she needed to gather these materials next.

She remembered Liang Yuting mentioning that each student could apply for 10 magical plant seeds for free every semester. So, she decided to go ask her instructor if they had any of these seeds available.

…

Awakener University Office Building.

The sunlight was particularly pleasant today. Mo Yinqiu lazily sat on a wooden chair on the office balcony, enjoying this rare “paid holiday.”

Since the Magic Plant Department was unpopular, few were willing to teach here. Even the top graduates mostly chose to work at the slightly better-paying Magic Plant Research Institute rather than becoming Magic Plant Department teachers with a monthly salary of 2000.

Thus, the few lecture teachers in the Magic Plant Department were personally assigned by the head of the Magic Plant Research Institute to teach part-time.

Usually, there were only five classes a week, with one on-duty teacher assigned to answer students’ questions.

Mo Yinqiu was the first-year instructor for the Magic Plant Department, and today was her turn to be on duty.

“Paid holidays are the best!” Mo Yinqiu crossed her slender legs and took a big swig from a beer can. Her strikingly beautiful face and fiery figure often caught the attention of male teachers from the Beast Taming Department, who couldn’t help but sneak glances her way.

Just as Mo Yinqiu was enjoying her leisurely time, a knock sounded at the office door.

“Come in.” Mo Yinqiu picked up a small tablecloth and covered the beer can.

As soon as Qian Qi entered, she saw a stunning beauty sitting on the balcony chair. She searched her memory and confirmed that this was Mo Yinqiu, the first-year instructor for the Magic Plant Department.

Mo Yinqiu also sized up Qian Qi. She knew this student—lazy, often getting into fights, and frequently skipping classes. She had personally warned her before that if she skipped classes or fought again, she would be expelled.

But this was the first time Qian Qi had actively sought her out?
Mo Yinqiu slightly raised her chin, “What is it?”

“Instructor Mo, I’m here to apply for magical plant seeds.” Qian Qi put on the demeanor of a well-behaved student. “What’s the application process?”

Applying for magical plant seeds?

Mo Yinqiu looked at Qian Qi suspiciously. She remembered that every student had applied a few times, except for Qian Qi, who had never applied. But Qian Qi had never shown interest in growing magical plants before. Why the sudden change?

“Qian Qi, you know that magical plant seeds cannot be sold externally, right? Otherwise, it’s immediate expulsion.” Mo Yinqiu narrowed her eyes, her beautiful face exuding authority.

She couldn’t think of any reason why Qian Qi would suddenly apply for seeds. Surely, it couldn’t be a sudden desire to study, could it?

Qian Qi pondered for two seconds, then honestly replied, “I actually didn’t know that.”

Mo Yinqiu: ???

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System: Likes shiny, new money~
Qian Qi: So picky, bad review. Not like me, I like other people’s money~
System: ???