Chapter 258: A New Look (IV)
However, Liu Sheng still faced a problem when it came to introducing Cultivation Technique disciplines.
She only had the basic Cultivation Techniques common in Seven Profound Mountain, along with some extremely ordinary skill and Spell Secret Manuals.
After all, anything placed in the Seven Profound Academy wouldn’t be too profound or rare.
Moreover, Liu Sheng was currently still purely relying on her own exploration and learning, and her Realm improvement was only due to her talent and Comprehension Ability. As for how to teach others, she was truly only half-understanding.
Teaching one or two children was not an issue, but to form a complete and Systemic education System and compile decent textbooks, that was not Liu Sheng's strong suit, nor did she have the energy for it.
Coupled with what the World said, the Spiritual Qi in Yu Hu Immortal Cave would soon be insufficient for the needs of the “New World.”
Liu Sheng understood in her heart that she would have to visit the Seven Profound Decree World again sometime.
And this trip would require an in-depth exploration.
It seemed the burden on her shoulders was truly not light.
“Who made you the Creator, Earth Mother, Grand Divine Official, Xuan Thirty-Nine City Lord, spiritual pillar, and model worker of the people?”
“I’ve noticed that what you say is a bit different each time.”
“I’ve learned freestyle, which means improvising based on my mental state.”
“It seems you’ve not only learned federal language but also… well, creativity?”
The World’s progress was truly rapid, and the “New World” was probably the same.
At this moment, Liu Sheng was immersed in her beautiful vision for the future of the “New World,” grinning foolishly with joy.
If basic science was combined with Spiritual Qi, it was estimated that no one could predict what the future would hold.
But, wasn't that the very meaning of the “New World”?
“Don’t be too happy too soon; there are other surprises.”
Liu Sheng blinked: “World, you’re working too hard.”
“No choice, who made me inherit your ‘involution king’ attribute.”
“Although I’ve never known where the term ‘involution king’ came from, it’s surprisingly fitting.” Liu Sheng agreed.
“It originated from ‘involution.’ In Professor Tang’s World, the Federal Empire gradually fell into intense competition due to limited resources and solidified class structures, which in turn increased the overall pressure and anxiety of the younger generation…” The World began to ramble on with its popular science explanation.
“Is it the same in Yi Yu’s World?”
Liu Sheng recalled Yi Yu’s arduous work and life, and shivered.
“Of course.”
“Have you ever thought that they actually live in the same World, the same Federal Empire?”
“Very good, you’ve discovered this possibility.”
Liu Sheng began to ponder deeply.
Little Tentacle wasn’t listening at all and claimed not to understand, only feeling that the term “involution king” was entirely about it, because it was curly, and it moved in a curly way.
And since it was a “King,” why wasn’t “Earth Mother” considered a King?
So wasn’t that an “involution king”?
...
Next, following the World, Liu Sheng’s consciousness descended before a building.
This place was far from Xuan Mountain Academy, located on the other side of Xuan Mountain, and there was no human habitation within a hundred miles.
“Tiangong Workshop?” Liu Sheng read the words on the large stone in front of the gate carefully, and immediately asked, “Could this be… the Research Center I’ve been dreaming of?”
“Yes, if you wish to call it that.”
So the World added the four characters “Research Center” after “Tiangong Workshop.”
“World! You are truly a good World!” Liu Sheng looked at the “Tiangong Workshop Research Center” and was very satisfied.
Manifesting her true form, Liu Sheng personally entered, touching here and looking there, her excitement inexpressible.
Although the building was very large, it was still empty inside, without a trace of human presence.
“At that time, you’ll still need to carefully select some talents; not just anyone can join.”
“Then, given our current educational level and population growth, it will still take some time.”
“Yes, but the foundation has been laid, and the laboratories are ready.”
Liu Sheng saw that many rooms, both large and small, had indeed been divided inside. Each room was equipped with the workbenches Liu Sheng had used in the Weaving Institute, as well as some tools used for Artifact Refining.
There were also several large halls that looked like they could be used as lecture halls, with large blackboards and tiered rows of desks and chairs, almost identical to the tiered classrooms Liu Sheng had seen at Professor Tang’s place.
“Laboratories, lecture halls, Imperial Storage, and even a cafeteria and rest areas, everything is complete,” the World proudly introduced.
Liu Sheng nodded, having already seen the distribution of these functional areas from the doorplates.
“As for your laboratory, it’s separate.”
The World said, leading Liu Sheng through a small garden.
To Liu Sheng’s surprise, the small garden in this Research Center was quite elegant, with lush flowers and trees, rugged rocks, covered bridges, and pavilions over water. Clear streams and ponds could be seen everywhere.
“Is this small garden necessary?” Liu Sheng asked, looking at the cyber-fish swimming freely and happily in the water.
She silently recalled a certain small garden that had been blown up before.
It had to be said, those koi were quite delicious…
“Research Centers still need places to relax. According to a survey report from the Federal Empire, over 36% of researchers reported seeking mental health support, and 56% of researchers reported feeling anxious.”
“But, the water here…” Liu Sheng became even more worried after hearing this.
“I have already tested the depth; it’s impossible to drown. Furthermore, a Spell Formation has been set up nearby. If there is any self-destructive tendency, it will be immediately blocked, and the temple will be notified to arrange divine officials skilled in comforting the mind to provide regular psychological counseling for that person.”
Although the people for this Research Center might still be diligently growing eyes, noses, and mouths in the fleshy cocoons of their nests, the World had already thoughtfully devised measures to ensure they couldn’t commit suicide and would live well to dedicate their lives to research.
This made Liu Sheng unable to help but praise it and give a thumbs up.
“World, your consideration is simply too thorough!”
“After all, not everyone can be a workaholic researcher like you.”
“You’re really asking for a beating.” Liu Sheng retracted her thumb and clenched her fist.
“Sorry, I don’t have skin.”
Damn it, why couldn’t she pull it out and give it a good beating! Liu Sheng thought.
“Because I’m in your heart.”
Liu Sheng’s bones softened, but her fists hardened.
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Passing through the small garden, her small courtyard was located on the back mountain.
Aside from the Jiangnan garden scenery for relaxation, there was a detached two-story building.
The first floor could be used by Liu Sheng to receive guests. Although she didn’t know what guests there would be, it was prepared nonetheless.
The back hall was Liu Sheng’s exclusive laboratory, but due to the limited imagination and knowledge of Liu Sheng and the World, it could only be arranged similarly to Liu Sheng’s small room when she was Siku in the Weaving Institute, at most with many more bookshelves and some useful reference books, still leaving plenty of empty space.
“When I visit other Worlds and see real research institutes, I’ll see what else can be added later.”
“Exactly.”
As for the second floor, it was Liu Sheng’s resting room. Inside was a soft bed that one could fall asleep on the moment they lay down, a soft couch and small table by the window for enjoying tea and scenery, and a cyber-tanuki lounging lazily on the soft couch.
The entire room was decorated in pink and tender colors, which did not quite match Liu Sheng’s taste.
Moreover, Liu Sheng felt this was unnecessary.
She was already god-like in physique here; she should utilize this infinite energy to focus on research and writing, with no need for rest. It would be better to convert it into an isolation room, research room two, Imperial Storage, or something similar.
The World still didn’t understand her enough…
“My dear Earth Mother, I’m only thinking of your mental health.”
“No need; my mental value has been hovering around the passing mark for a long time anyway.”
Liu Sheng was fearless about this, adopting a devil-may-care attitude.
In her sea of consciousness, countless Liu Shengs nodded in agreement.
