After several hours of travel, the academy vehicle finally slowed.
Krishak opened his eyes and looked through the window.
In the distance stood a vast complex that stretched across the horizon like a small city.
Towering walls surrounded the grounds.
Within them rose training arenas, research buildings, dormitories, libraries, and massive structures devoted to cultivation and combat.
The air itself felt denser.
The concentration of spiritual energy was several times higher than in his hometown.
Krishak immediately understood why the National Awakener Academy was regarded as the most prestigious institution in the country.
As the vehicle approached the main gate, Krishak saw dozens of students entering and leaving.
Some wore training uniforms.
Others carried weapons.
The weakest among them were already stronger than most ordinary adults.
Above the gate, golden letters were engraved into a black stone arch:
National Awakener Academy
The words radiated a quiet sense of authority.
Professor Arvind smiled.
"Welcome to the place where the nation's future is forged."
Krishak nodded.
"It's impressive."
And for once, he meant it.
After entering, the vehicle passed through a broad avenue lined with ancient trees and statues of legendary heroes.
Each statue represented an individual who had defended humanity against powerful Beasts and disasters.
Krishak observed them with interest.
Although Earth's strongest cultivators were far below the higher realms he once knew, their achievements deserved respect.
They had protected humanity during a time of tremendous upheaval.
Professor Arvind escorted Krishak to the administrative building.
The staff greeted him with unusual politeness.
His Highest Grade talent had clearly become well known.
After completing the paperwork, Krishak received:
A student identification card
Academy uniform
Access to the library
A dormitory key
Monthly cultivation stipend
The stipend included spiritual stones, body-refining herbs, and academy credits.
For most students, such resources were invaluable.
For Krishak, they were useful but secondary to the information and opportunities the academy provided.
Krishak's dormitory was a private room reserved for exceptional talents.
The room contained:
A bed
A study desk
A cultivation chamber
A private bathroom
A large window overlooking the academy grounds
Most importantly, the room's cultivation chamber was equipped with a low-grade spirit gathering array.
This increased the local spiritual energy density significantly.
Krishak's eyes lit up.
"This will save me considerable time."
After settling in, Krishak walked through the academy.
He visited the library, training grounds, and Beast research center.
Everywhere he went, students whispered as they recognized him.
"That's the Highest Grade genius."
"He's younger than I expected."
"He's only six?"
Krishak ignored the attention.
His mind was focused on understanding the academy's resources.
That evening, Professor Arvind introduced Krishak to his primary mentor, Instructor Dev.
Dev was a stern middle-aged man with a muscular build and sharp eyes.
He studied Krishak for several moments.
"So, you're the child everyone is talking about."
Krishak bowed politely.
"I hope to learn from you, Instructor."
Dev crossed his arms.
"Talent is valuable, but only hard work determines how far you go."
Krishak smiled faintly.
"I agree."
For some reason, Dev felt as though the child understood those words better than most adults.
That night, Krishak sat in the cultivation chamber and reviewed his progress.
• Age: 6 years old
Cultivation Realm: Peak Great Martial Warrior
Combat Power: Early to Mid Grandmaster
Earth Equivalent: Peak B-Rank to Early A-Rank
Talent: Highest Grade
With the academy's resources, his cultivation speed would increase significantly.
Krishak gazed out the window at the illuminated campus.
The National Awakener Academy represented the highest level of training available on Earth.
It would provide him with knowledge,
resources, and access to the brightest talents of his generation.
Meanwhile, Master Kiran continued guiding his first disciples.
The seeds of Krishak's long-term vision were steadily taking root.
A faint smile appeared on his face.
His journey on Earth had entered a new stage.
And the world had no idea what was coming.