The probability of getting an F grade is 99%, while the probability of getting C, D, and E grades combined is only 1%.
Not only did Li Pu draw that 1%, but he also got the highest grade C out of C, D, and E. One might say his luck was explosive.
"Just looking at the name, it already seems sketchy."
But as he glanced at the panel again, he couldn't help but complain.
[LV1 Fatherly Love (C)]: Converts attack effects into healing upon activation
According to the skill description, basically, as long as he activates this skill, hitting someone will be converted into a healing effect.
"Although the method is a bit bizarre, isn't this basically a doting dad..."
To be honest, this was a skill Li Pu never anticipated.
The key is that the healing method is quite unique.
This skill doesn't work on himself, meaning that in the future the main targets for beating—oh no, healing—are straw mannequins.
Imagine that scene; it feels kind of weird.
If someone sees him punching and kicking a dying straw mannequin, they might think he's abusing a summoned creature.
Moreover, Grandpa hits him, and he hits the straw mannequin.
It feels like he's slowly becoming the person he dislikes.
"Oh well, it's a C-level skill after all, still a gain."
Li Pu, having just become a Summoner, isn't very familiar with the concept of skill ranks, but a C-level skill should be considered quite good.
Actually, having a healing ability is a very good thing.
Though once a summoned creature forms a contract, it won't truly die, it still requires a revival token to summon them back.
As the strength of the summoned creatures increases, the cost of summoning tokens will rise accordingly.
Having a healing skill can significantly reduce the chances of needing a revival token.
"Maybe I should test out the effect first."
Obtaining a summoner skill is a brand new experience for Li Pu, so naturally, he wants to find a target to practice on.
In ancient times, weren't straw mannequins used as targets? Just perfect.
However, as he lifted his gaze, he realized that the straw mannequin which was beside him earlier had walked away.
He saw it standing in front of a vending machine, looking utterly captivated.
Pathetically pressing against the vending machine's glass window, staring longingly at the array of colorful drinks.
"Because it's straw, is it interested in drinking..."
Li Pu stroked his chin, muttering to himself.
[Grass!]
Then he saw the straw mannequin take a step back, tilt its head as if pondering.
It looked around, then picked up a stone from the ground.
"Wait a minute."
Seeing this, Li Pu was startled and quickly got up to stop it.
If it actually broke the vending machine, as a Summoner, he'd be responsible for compensation.
[Grass?]
The stopped straw mannequin looked puzzled, pointing at its long vertical elliptical black mouth, then at the drinks inside the vending machine.
Straw mannequin: It wants to drink.
A telepathic message was conveyed to Li Pu's mind.
"Got it, got it."
He shook his head helplessly.
Reaching into his pocket, he found a few coins inside.
The straw mannequin had just been summoned and was like a blank slate in many aspects.
So Li Pu decided to take this opportunity to educate it a bit.
"Anyway, you can't be doing that, don't just randomly destroy things without my permission."
"Also, if you want to drink something, you have to pay for it."
"This is the rule, understand?"
"Money, it's this."
He said, raising a coin.
[Grass!]
While the straw mannequin didn't quite understand, it nodded vigorously.
Then pointed at the vending machine again, urging Li Pu.
Straw mannequin: Summoner, hurry up.
"Alright, pick what you want to drink."
After Li Pu inserted the coins, he guided the straw mannequin to do it itself.
[Grass?]
The straw mannequin observed the drink window closely, and finally chose "Coke."
Clunk clunk...
As it pressed the button, a bottle of Coke dropped from the dispenser.
"Drink up."
Under its eager gaze, Li Pu helped unscrew the cap.
[Grass!]
The straw mannequin gleefully took the drink, tilted its head, and guzzled it down in a few gulps.
[Grass grass~]
Straw mannequin: Tasty, I want more~
"Drink as much as you want; today's my treat."
Li Pu had the straw mannequin toss the empty can into the nearby trash bin, then took out all the coins he had.
This time, without any guidance, the experienced straw mannequin chose another drink and opened the bottle on its own.
[Guzzle guzzle...] xN
But its stomach seemed like a bottomless pit; even after downing several bottles, it wasn't satisfied.
Moreover, compared to before, none of these drinks tasted as good as the initial Coke.
[Belch... Grass!]
After a burp, it looked at Li Pu expectantly.
"No money left."
Li Pu was exasperated, never expecting it to drink so much, and spread his hands helplessly.
This little guy, is it going to drink him into poverty?
And drinking that much soda in one go, is that really okay?
[Grass!]
The straw mannequin put its hands together: Begging.
Even though he sensed its yearning, Li Pu had no more coins on him.
"I got it."
But Li Pu quickly thought of a solution.
Sometimes, people accidentally drop coins beneath the vending machine.
So, he bent down.
Clatter...
The vending machine weighing hundreds of kilograms was lifted on one side.
With his summoner lineage and years of rigorous training, even without becoming a Summoner, his physique is already above average.
"Quick, see if there's any money."
Though his tone was relaxed, Li Pu couldn't hold it for long.
What he didn't notice was that the straw mannequin's eyes were practically shining.
Not because of the Summoner's strength, but because there were indeed coins beneath the machine.
[Grass grass grass!]
Straw mannequin: So much money!
It swiftly crouched down and scooped up everything beneath the machine, moving efficiently for something made of straw.
Thump!
Once the straw mannequin had scavenged, Li Pu set the vending machine down.
Looking at the small handful of coins in its hands, he felt quite gratified.
"You've become a mature piece of straw, you should learn to earn your own money from now on."
[Grass!]
Straw mannequin: I want to keep drinking~
Yet the straw mannequin didn't seem to hear what he was saying.
"..."
Li Pu could only feel slightly helpless at this scene.
But what happened next left him even more speechless.
This straw mannequin didn't seem to be as dumb as it appeared.
It actually remembered his casual comment from earlier.
After spending all its coins once more, it turned its attention to the stone bench by the roadside.
However, the gaps beneath the stone bench were tight, making it impossible for coins to be there, and with its current strength, lifting it was out of the question.
So, the straw mannequin considered rummaging through the trash bin.
Of course, Li Pu immediately stopped it, taking the opportunity to educate it again.
Seeing that it was getting late, plus the straw mannequin's intense pleading, he quickly found a place to exchange more coins.
Then, buying a stack of Cokes, he hurried off with the straw mannequin.
Unlike the newcomers who completed their summons early, Li Pu needed to visit the administration office to complete some enrollment formalities before moving into the official dormitory.
If he hurried up now, he might just make it.
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