As Ben stepped onto the stage, he brushed past the beautiful Clara.
However, she didn't even glance at him, treating him like air…
Of course, Ben didn't mind; he was more concerned about whether he could obtain a transcendent opportunity.
With a mix of apprehension and anticipation, he stepped onto the stage and entered the space-time wormhole without hesitation.
The instant he entered the Holy Land, his consciousness arrived in a bizarre and fantastical world!
Around him appeared many familiar figures, countless Devil Fruits, and other strange objects.
They swam past Ben like fish in a river.
Ben knew these were transcendent opportunities!
Without hesitation, he reached out to grab one.
Unexpectedly, he actually caught something…
When Ben's consciousness returned to his body, he found himself back in the real world, standing at the entrance of the Holy Land, holding a crystal box in his hand.
"Ben, what transcendent opportunity are you holding?"
The vice-principal's voice brought Ben back to his senses.
Without opening the crystal box, he could already feel the magical information emanating from it!
Nevertheless, Ben opened the box, revealing a crimson Devil Fruit.
"It's the Logia-type Flame-Flame Fruit," Ben announced.
The entire audience gasped!
"Holy crap?! A Logia-type Devil Fruit?"
"Yesterday, Second High School produced one, causing a sensation throughout the city. I didn't expect our school to have one today! Are Logia-type Devil Fruits becoming common?"
"Damn! This guy… is too lucky!"
"I'm so envious. Why wasn't it me?"
"Ben, this kid… he's going places!"
"The legendary Flame-Flame Fruit! Controlling fire at will… I want it so badly!"
"So far, anyone who eats a Logia-type Devil Fruit, as long as they don't die prematurely, becomes a major figure! Ben from Class Two will probably leave us all behind."
Below the stage, thousands of students were buzzing with excitement.
Everyone looked at Ben with envy, jealousy, and hatred, wishing they could snatch his opportunity.
On the stage, the school leaders, including the principal, were thrilled.
Especially the teachers from Class Two — they even stood up involuntarily.
Having a Logia-type student at the school meant great political achievements for the teachers and leaders.
With the bond between teacher and student, these teachers would benefit once Ben succeeded.
Meanwhile, university admissions officers rushed to the sidelines.
As soon as Ben stepped down, they were ready to swarm him.
At that moment, Ben became the center of attention — the absolute focus of the entire school.
Even the normally cold and stern Vice-Principal Emima was smiling enthusiastically, her gaze toward Ben filled with special meaning.
"Ben, congratulations on obtaining a Logia-type Devil Fruit!" she said warmly.
"On behalf of the school, I wish you a bright future and a smooth journey toward transcendence!"
Although saying such auspicious words publicly could sound cheesy, at this moment, everyone felt it was perfectly normal.
If they could curry favor with a Logia-type Devil Fruit user, they would say even cheesier things!
Because a Logia-type user had unlimited potential — he could even become a King-level powerhouse one day.
"Ben, you can step down and rest now," the vice-principal reminded him gently.
Ben carried the crystal box and walked down the stage.
Would someone snatch the fruit while he wasn't paying attention?
Impossible!
The crystal box was not just a storage container — it had a strong protective mechanism from the Holy Land.
Unless Ben voluntarily handed it over, no one could take it by force.
Anyone attempting to rob it would suffer from a terrible curse.
And even if they managed to steal the box somehow, without Ben's true consent, they couldn't open it.
Any attempt at coercion would trigger the box's self-destruction!
Because of this, no one dared to snatch other people's transcendent opportunities.
If robbery was possible, major forces would have long kidnapped those talented kids!
As soon as Ben stepped down, university admissions officers surrounded him.
"Ben, I'm the Director of Admissions at Magic City Martial Arts University. We welcome you sincerely!"
"Ben, I'm from Peking University! Tuition is waived, and you'll get a generous scholarship!"
"True Martial University needs you! Name your own conditions, anything you want!"
More than twenty officers surrounded him, each listing their school's benefits and trying to win him over.
The scene made Ben dizzy — he felt overwhelmed!
Seeing Ben being courted by so many prestigious universities, other students were filled with jealousy and envy.
Some girls started looking at Ben differently.
They realized that the once ordinary Ben now seemed to shine, and somehow, he even looked more handsome!
"Everyone, teachers, leaders, please listen to me first!"
Ben raised his voice. "I didn't expect to obtain the Flame-Flame Fruit, and I haven't thought about which school to attend yet. I need time to think, and I have to discuss it with my parents first."
What he said made sense.
Although the admissions officers were eager to recruit him on the spot, they knew he needed time.
They all agreed.
"Alright, Ben. Here's my business card. Call me anytime — I'll come pick you up personally!"
"Ben, here's mine too! The gates of True Martial University are always open for you!"
Everyone handed over their business cards, only then letting Ben leave.
At that moment, Ben was actually confused.
He didn't expect to grab the Flame-Flame Fruit so easily in the Holy Land.
Why did others fail to get anything?
Could it be a special benefit for traversers like him?
Ben looked at the Flame-Flame Fruit in his hand, hesitating whether he should eat it.
In his previous life on Earth, there was a saying:
"The Flame-Flame Fruit? Even dogs won't eat it!"
In the mid-to-late stages of the One Piece world, everyone and their dog could control fire.
Fire abilities had become so common they lost value.
Although this wasn't the One Piece world, Ben still felt uneasy.
He wasn't very satisfied with the Flame-Flame Fruit…
At that moment, a slender and beautiful figure appeared in front of Ben, blocking his path.
Ben looked up and saw a pretty, tearful face.
It was Clara!