My Card Girl's Infinite Evolution

"These creatures have consciousness?"

Luo Sheng repeated in surprise.

This was hard to believe. All summoned cards were incapable of possessing consciousness, except for the cards of the girl he held. They could only obey the commands of the card master.

These cards originally came from creatures born during an other-dimensional invasion, which were later killed and acquired as cards. As such, they were mindless entities.

Moreover, the academy's textbooks clearly stated that these other-dimensional creatures lived according to their instincts. Every so often, new creatures would spawn, and they were merely energy forms.

Seeing Luo Sheng's astonished expression, the security guard confirmed again, "Indeed, these creatures have consciousness. They can identify key figures among our crowd, attack them relentlessly without hesitation, and even retreat strategically. In contrast, we small security guards were overlooked."

"Based on that, these other-dimensional creatures are quite dangerous."

"Exactly. So, now that you're being deployed, be careful and try to find a safe place. The alliance won't inform you of these creatures having consciousness, fearing panic will spread."

The security guard whispered this caution, clearly worried about being overheard.

Luo Sheng nodded.

He too felt that the current situation was bizarre. Not only were the other dimensions acting strangely, but even evil organizations had emerged.

It seemed he was already caught in the midst of this chaos.

He returned the four cards to the security guard. Originally, each card cost 100,000, but the security guard handed him 500,000, bringing Luo Sheng's savings to 2.124 million.

"The extra money is a hardship allowance. If you entrust others to enhance the cards at the card mansion, there will be extra fees for the rush," the security guard explained.

Of course, Luo Sheng did not refuse. He realized that as a card master advanced, the costs increased exponentially, making it difficult to support further progress without substantial funds.

Suddenly, Luo Sheng remembered something. That invitation letter was from Zhao Haifeng. Since last night's banquet, he hadn't seen him in person.

Out of concern, Luo Sheng took out his phone and dialed his number.

He was greeted by a weak and pale voice. "Sorry, Sheng Ge, I'm in the hospital. The academy excused me from this mission."

"Are you alright?"

"It's a long story. I got unlucky. On the way to the banquet last night, I was attacked. Fortunately, Professor Su saved me, or I wouldn't have seen the sun tomorrow."

Zhao Haifeng chuckled bitterly.

Luo Sheng silently mourned for him for three minutes.

The two agreed to carry out the mission together once Zhao Haifeng recovered from the hospital, for safety in numbers.

Luo Sheng headed to the designated location by the academy, which was the East Hua Min Alley on the outskirts of the ghost domain, to check in.

At that moment, several card masters were cleaning up the remnants of other-dimensional creatures. They could see several card masters' bodies being put into bags and sent to the crematorium in the city center.

"Ugh, I wonder how many people will die in this disaster?"

A newly promoted card master said.

Other card masters nodded in agreement, still shaken. "If we run into danger, just retreat. The creatures inside are crazy. I've already moved five bodies."

Luo Sheng frowned.

The weak became corpses—this was the cruel reality of the world.

A black-haired lady in uniform, with an authoritative air, greeted Luo Sheng with a standard smile. "Honorable card master, before you begin your mission, would you like an accident insurance policy?"

She then took out a contract full of dense text and continued, "This accident insurance policy will effectively protect you and your family. For just 300,000, if anything happens, your family will receive double the compensation. Even if you're seriously injured, 60% of medical expenses will be reimbursed."

It was the same familiar routine.

Luo Sheng had seen her before.

But hearing the content, he was momentarily stunned. "Wait... wasn't it four times compensation before? Why is it only double now?"

The black-haired lady smiled and said, "Because the mortality rate is too high. We can't afford to make a loss, right, honored card master?"

"..."

Luo Sheng inwardly cursed the evil capitalist system.

Here he was, fighting for his life on the front lines, and this was the kind of insurance they offered. If he survived, would it be a loss for them?

Moreover, he had no family.

Suddenly, that familiar voice sounded again. "Ahem, actually, you can write my daughter's name. She's still in middle school, and she's pure and cute."

Su Tianchen seemed to have appeared from nowhere, his hands behind his back as he interjected.

Luo Sheng was stunned.

He hadn't expected him to still be thinking about his inheritance.

So Luo Sheng, with a serious face, replied, "Professor Su, since you're putting it like that, what else can I do? I guess I'll choose to agree."

Su Tianchen was silent for a moment before smiling. "Looks like you've figured it out. I'm relieved."

But then Luo Sheng's tone became a bit darker. "But, since we're going on a mission and our fates are uncertain... Can I sleep with her first? After all, I'm still a virgin. Sleeping with my little wife would be my final wish. If she gets pregnant, I can leave the money for my future children, right? I've already thought of names—if it's a boy, he'll be Luo Yu, and if it's a girl, she'll be Luo Yu."

Su Tianchen immediately furrowed his brow, as if preparing to kick him.

Luo Sheng had already distanced himself, ready to flee.

Su Tianchen scolded, "She's still a child!"

"What if I like lolis?" Luo Sheng retorted.

Su Tianchen shook his head and stormed off in frustration.

But before he left, he arranged for Luo Sheng to go to a safer spot, with an additional companion for more security.

That companion was Wang Ke'ai, ranked second at the academy.

As for why Luo Sheng got such special treatment, it was simple—his strength had earned the academy's attention, and he was listed as a key student to watch.

His victory against Xu Tianai in battle had attracted attention, and his subsequent defeat of the card collector organization's Xia Xingri and handing over the body to the guards earned him more favor.

Thus, Luo Sheng was given extra care.

The academy assigned Wang Ke'ai to look after him.

But Luo Sheng didn't think so.

Being ranked second in the school, she was too weak. He had to save her repeatedly.

"I heard you like lolis?"

Wang Ke'ai teased him with a disdainful look.

"Yes, that's right. Actually, I've had a crush on you for a long time. From the first day I saw you, I fell in love with you and will love you to the end," Luo Sheng said earnestly.

"Bah! Who wants your love, jerk~"

Hearing this, Wang Ke'ai's face immediately turned red, her clear eyes becoming cloudy as her heart raced. She turned her head away, hesitating, "Well, it's not impossible... I'm still a first-timer..."

She originally intended to make him awkward and mock him, but didn't expect him to admit it so boldly, with such sincere confessions. It made her head spin.

"I can't believe you believe my nonsense. Are you an idiot?" Luo Sheng suddenly switched gears, his face showing concern. "I'm worried about your IQ. I hope Professor Su's decision wasn't a mistake."

"You!"

Wang Ke'ai's adorable face immediately twisted in frustration, her little fangs appearing like sharp tusks.

Bite!

Crack!

Wang Ke'ai suddenly teared up, her teeth aching after biting down on something hard.

Unbeknownst to her, Luo Sheng was wearing steel armor.

(End of Chapter)