《Tempest of the Stellar War》 Chapter 1: Rubik’s Cube Chapter 1: Rubiks Cube Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In all of mankinds history, there has never been a shortage of great scientists that could change the world. Newtonsw of gravity, Einsteins theory of rtivity, Mark Hughes anti-matter drive, and Higgs god particle. Furthermore, with Lauren Lees Theory of Curved Travel, mankind advanced arge step forward towards their dreams. When they finally entered the realm of interster travel, exploration and interster colonization became mankinds most important desire. Within thest three hundred years, there have been cyclical periods of war and peace. At the end of it, the Milky Way Alliance was formed and mankind entered a new era. The Galileo Science Space Station was the Milky Way Alliances S-ranked research station. It was also the ce that was closest to the core of the Milky Way Gxy. The scientists inside were currently spearheading research into the theory of parallel dimensions. "Doctor, the government has rejected our request for funding and it looks like we have to stop our research on the Rubiks Cube." In the research station, scientists were currently crowding around an old man. Although he looked extremely old, he was full of spirit and vigor; even his silver hair seemed to shine. After hearing the news, the old man began to scold loudly, "Those pigs only think about money. Science is king, it is the greatest, its universal! How can youpare it with money?!" Even the youngest of the scientists surrounding him was in his fifties. None of them knew whether they shouldugh or cry; they felt extremely helpless. Thest twenty years of research had not brought in any results, so their situation was inevitable. Twenty years ago, a rtively unknown scientist in the field of space-time, n Tucker, released a paper that discussed the theory of parallel dimensions. At that point in time, it did not arouse much interest because although mankinds technology was very advanced, the existence of parallel dimensions was considered too far-fetched. However, an external group financed n Tuckers research. After organizing an exploration team, they proceeded to retrieve the mysterious Rubiks Cube from the core of the Milky Way Gxy. News of this sent shockwaves around the entire Milky Way Alliance. n Tucker had been hailed as the fifth person to change the course of mankind and was celebrated in the entire Milky Way Alliance. However, after twenty years, his research had not advanced a single step. Other than proving that the Rubiks Cube was extremely hard, there was nothing special about it. They were not able to reverse engineer any magical technology from it, and there were even rumors saying that this was just a scam by n Tucker and the external group. Due to all of this, the research station was to be shut down, all of the information they acquired would be sealed, and the scientists would be split up. Even n Tucker would be subject to the Milky Way Alliances tribunal. n calmly stared at the soldiers barbaric actions with a wry smile hanging on his lips. Science, especially grand science, what was twenty years to it? "Doctor, you cant wander around!" a soldier said as he obstructed n Tucker. The old man raised his eyebrow in disdain. "This old one wants to go to the toilet. What, do you expect me to grow wings and fly away?" The soldier was shocked at his words and then eventually relented. This man in front of him was the most famous person in the Milky Way Alliance for thest twenty years. Several minutester, the rms in the research station started ring and then a space shuttle flew off. The soldiers who immediately jumped into action were blocked by a group of scientists. The soldiers did not want to hurt innocent people, and they especially didnt want to be responsible for injuring these elite scientists of the Milky Way Alliance. During thismotion, the small space shuttles hull shed before entering subspace. "A group of hairless rabbits wants to catch this old man?" n Tucker pressed a button. Ten secondster, he entered curved flight. The entire space station was in a mess. One warship after another started to fly off like flies without heads in random directions. They had underestimated the lengths to which this group of scientists was willing to go... The Milky Way Alliance spent ten years searching for a trace of n Tucker, but they did not manage to yield any results. As there were numerous violent storms in the vicinity of the Galileo star field, the probability of a small space shuttle being able to escape from the area was extremely small, so the Alliance gave up on the search. Furthermore, this issue was not publicized, so everyone gradually forgot about it. In a faraway sr system floated mankinds original home, Earth. Interster travel had caused Earths environment to change. Although it was not the most advanced ce in the Milky Way Alliance, it maintained quite a high standard. At a beautiful manmadekeside lied two youths, both of them holding a beer bottle in each hand. The area around them was littered with numerous beer bottles. One of them was very honest-looking with a square face andrge ears. Around his neck was a limited edition rose-colored chain which shined brightly. It was so expensive that it could feed a normal family for half a year. The other youth was very ordinary-looking. However, he had a smile that was unforgettable and indescribable. "Boss, all roads lead to Rome and heroes all started from their roots. What does military school count for anyways? All you need to do is say the word and the two of us will go roam the gxy dominating everyone!" said the honest-looking youth as he jumped up. He was holding the beer bottle in his right hand up to his face and was talking into it like it was a microphone. Wang Zheng, who was sitting at the side, raised his leg to give him a kick. "Dominate my fart. If I cant take this setback, how can I continue to live? I dont need you to console me!" The Asia Regions Ares College was one of Earths three great military colleges. It was where acemanders and mech pilots gathered. However, not long ago, the two of them had received their gic test scores. Yan Xiaosu achieved a 68 while Wang Zheng got a pitiful 28. The gic test tests ones gic standards to filter the best talents. Eighty points allows one to be an "elite" human. These people will eventually be the best at everything they do. Sixty points was considered barely passing. If one wanted to study the core specialisations, one would have to have a score of seventy or above. Most specialisations required a minimum score of sixty. This was the way to efficiently allocate the Alliances resources. Ares College took three things into ount when epting students: gic scores, reasoning tests, and an interview. However, on the glorious first step, Wang Zheng had already fallen to the very bottom. Yan Xiaosu was also speechless when he found out that Wang Zheng only had a score of 28. In thest few years, he had not even heard of people with a score lower than forty. His score was no different from an animals! "Boss, there must have been a problem with the machine. Why dont you go for another test?" Yan Xiaosu said. "It doesnt matter. Military school isnt my only choice." Wang Zheng smiled self-deprecatingly. How could there be such a coincidence that he was the only one with a wrong score? He remembered the first time he saw an advertisement of a mech pilot of the Milky Way Alliance. Wang Zheng was mesmerized by the impressiveness of the mech, so he set that as his aim. However, reality did not even allow him to try out for this opportunity. Yan Xiaosu could not believe it. A gic score of 28. Without even talking about military school, even the volunteer corps might not want him. This wouldpletely end Wang Zhengs dreams. However, no one could help him with this matter. "Oh yes, I have something I need you to help me with!" Yan Xiaosu said, his face suddenly turning serious. "Spit it out. You dont have to pretend to be serious." Yan Xiaosu fished out a scented letter from his pocket. "Boss, I have always admired Yue Jing, and because we are going to graduate, I would like to confess to her!" Wang Zheng sat up. "Fine, I will support you. Go! We men must sing the songs of conquest!" "Boss, you know that Im quite timid. I am asking you to send it on my behalf. We are brothers for life! The next half of my life is in your hands!" Yan Xiaosu clutched Wang Zhengs hands tightly and looked at him innocently with hisrge, watery eyes. Wang Zheng immediately wrenched his hands away." Fine. Dont make me sick. You always use this method to convince me!" He was only sending a love letter. Wang Zheng didnt really care about it though; he knew that Yan Xiaosu had changed the topic on purpose. "Come, one more round. Lets hope that I will be hugging a beautifuldy soon!" Yan Xiaosu shouted. The two of them drank violently, finishing the rest of the beer. Looking at Wang Zhengs back, Yan Xiaosu shook his head. Although he had scrutinized Wang Zhengs examination situation, there was indeed no issue at all. F**k. What in the world was this? Back in the dormitory, Wang Zheng sat down in a cross-legged position and began to adjust his breathing rhythm. This was something that had been passed down in his family, a treasure passed down for thousands of years. Even if he lost his job, he could still rely on the familys skill to ear. It was an eight step breathing technique which he had learned when he was young. After repeating it so many times, it had be a habit. Although it didnt seem to have any use, it helped him stay calm. A giant poster was pasted on the wall. It was a picture of that glistening mech. Wang Zheng dreamed of piloting the mech; however, due to his gic scores, now it seemed rather insulting. Student Yan did not go home. He was likely ying "Wargod Covenant" again. It was a very popr mech piloting game. However, Wang Zheng did not understand why it was so popr, because he had no interest in it. He didnt require such mental stimtion; what he needed was the realistic sensation of touch. The sound of mech warriors stomping across the ground. That would truly make him feel like a god! In the future he would only be able to dream about it. Wang Zheng tore up the four-year-old poster and stared nkly at the ceiling. After some time, he picked up the shreds of the poster and slowly pasted it back together. Bing a mech pilot was his only goal ever since he was young; if he lost sight of it, what else could he do? Dawn Advanced Middle School was one of the most famous in the Asia Region. The campus was extremely beautiful in the morning, filled with vigour and the smell of youth. Wang Zheng was doing his morning exercises like nothing had happened. Waking up early allowed him to receive the most effect out of his training and at the same time it slowly made him gain confidence. Although this routine was no longer useful, it was hard to change the habits formed over many years. However, he had to do something important today, so after finishing his training, Wang Zheng headed towards the school. From afar, two girls walked over. One had a head of curly, golden hair and was wearing a yellow spaghetti strapped top and diamond earrings. From afar, she had the bearings of a princess. The girl on her side was wearing branded goods. Although Wang Zheng could not tell where they were from, Yan Xiaosu also loved branded goods. The logo alone gave the item value. The girls heads were raised as they walked hand in hand down the centre of the road. The two of them were bursting with the energy of youth, absolutely dazzling anyone who so much as looked at them. Yue Jing and Ye Zisu were the two peerless beauties of Dawn Middle School. Ones father was a politician of the Asia Region while the others was the scion of a rich family. Although they were students, they often turned up on the news. In the eyes of normal students, they were celebrities. Frankly speaking, although they were beautiful and pleasing to the eye, for some inexplicable reason, Wang Zheng did not feel anything towards these two girls. Yan Xiaosu always described him as frigid or said that he was immature. Its important to know that Yan Xiaosu has already done ample research on this situation. It looked as though the two girls were treating the road like a fashion runway, and it attracted envious res from the people around. Wang Zheng then walked towards the two girls. The two girls, who seemed experienced with such a situation, slowed their steps. Chapter 2: I Really Slipped! Chapter 2: I Really Slipped! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng went up to Yue Jing and asked, "Might you be Student Yue Jing?" Yue Jings eyes swept across Wang Zheng. It was three oclock in the afternoon when Wang Zheng attempted this raid. This fellow was wearing cheap-looking clothes and she did not recognize him. He was clearly a nobody in the school; no different from trash. Her cheeks raised slightly as she inly replied, "Yes, I am." "Good day. I have a message for you. I ..." Wang Zheng proceeded to take out Yan Xiaosus love letter, but before he managed to finish his sentence, he was interrupted by Ye Zisus impatient grunt. "I am not interested in you. You can keep your rubbish." Yue Jing replied refreshingly. She immediately poured a bucket of cold water on Wang Zhengs ambition. At the side, Ye Zisu was smiling wryly while shaking her head at him. "Zisu, this is the 29th one this month. I have gotten five more confessions than to you!" Yue Jing said proudly. She treated each person who confessed to her differently. If the person could be of use to her, she would console the individual; however, the person in front of her was no different from a toad. Cutting him off quickly would be best. Ye Zisu smiled sweetly. "If you think someone with a gic score of 28 can be considered a person, then I have nothing more to say." Yue Jing stared nkly. "You mean to say that he is the one who broke the school record? That Wang Zheng?" Ye Zisu at the side couldnt help but burst out inughter while Yue Jings face turned a steely green. For a person like her, who had pride in her reputation, being confessed to by such a person was humiliating! The two girls did not try to restrain their voices, so every sentence was heard by Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng then ran to the front of the two girls. Yue Jing impatiently asked, "What else do you want?!" "Student Yue, you are mistaken. This love letter is from my friend Yan Xiaosu. He likes you." Due to the fact that both of them were students, even though the two girls had said some unpleasant things, Wang Zheng was not angry. "Yan Xiaosu?" Ye Zisu, who was at the side, burst out into furtherughter. "Xiao Jing, youre the luckiest one. This Yan Xiaosus family runs apany that produces sanitary pads. Little Fortunate Star Sanitary Pads." Yue Jings expression turned furious. She immediately tore up Yan Xiaosus love letter and threw it at Wang Zhengs face. "Scram!" After shouting angrily, she turned and strode off. Ye Zisu was extremely happy. Although they were friends, they were also rivals, and she had never seen Yue Jing suffer such a setback. Theughing Ye Zisu then realized that the Wang Zheng at the side was merely silently watching; he was not angry nor displeased. "Ah. Arent you angry?" Ye Zisu asked curiously. Wang Zheng gave her a wry smile. "When a dog bites a human, the human does not bite the dog back. Being able to see her true colors is a blessing for my friend." Student Wang then leisurely walked away. This was a good thing in its own way. Such a girl did not fit Yan Xiaosu; she would only be a source of torment. Ye Zisu stared nkly for a moment and then looked at Wang Zhengs back in surprise. This person could be pretty cool too! This small issue was just a bump on the road for Wang Zheng. He had already spent a night thinking about these things. He felt like he could not give up on his dream. He had to try to enter the army; even joining the logistics corps was an option. He once heard that the best soldiers would be sent to military school to develop further, meaning that he still had a chance to be a mech pilot. He felt that he could still be a heroic soldier. From a young age, Wang Zhengs parents were never around and thus he was very independent. In thest 16 years, he had never doubted himself. Unfortunately, the gic test had finally caused some self-doubt. Wang Zheng, will you believe in yourself, or will you believe in the gic test? Not long after, Wang Zheng climbed to the top of arge rock beside theke and watched the crystalline waves on the surface. His thoughts and emotions were scattered. A score of 28 was a score of 28. So what if it was like that? In the history of mankind, many people who did not possess talent found sess. Einstein was called dumb when he was young, and n Tucker almost failed to make it into university! "I, Wang Zheng, will definitely be a glorious mech pilot. Ares college, prepare to meet your master! Onward!" Ah ~ A youth has to be passionate. F**k that gic test! Wang Zhengs voice was extremely resonating. In his fervor, he jumped forward passionately, imagining himself entering Ares Colleges gates. In the middle of the air, Student Wang finally noticed an extremelyrge problem. F**k!. He couldnt swim! Ssh Not far away, a shout was heard. "Someones trying to drown himself. Quickly, help him!" After staying awake for an entire night and half a day, Yan Xiaosu finally exited the caf. His luck was extremely good. It was the school holidays for little children, so his games were extremely rxed. Out of ten games, he had won eight. It felt amazing. He was a VIP at this caf. After enjoying himself and having lunch sent to him, he opened his Skylink and started scrolling through the currently hottest news in school. As they were approaching graduation, the atmosphere around the school was quite heavy because the gic test had demoralized numerous people. At this moment, arge, red headline shed across his Skylink. Only the most recent and hottest news would have such amotion. Yesterday it was regarding Ye Zisus gic score of 92. It had caused numerous people to feel extremely moved. She was beautiful, intelligent, and the scion of a rich family; she was truly a goddess. A hot-blooded youth had confessed to Ye Zisu and failed before attempting to drown in theke!!! There were almost a thousandments made about the event. Perhaps this guy had received too much of a shock. The news spread like wildfire, and the moment it was released, it ignited everyones passion! Student Xiaosu was extremely happy. Psh, those who dared topete with him had to suffer the consequences. Good things have to be shared amongst brothers! He immediately dialed up Wang Zhengs Skylink. The moment the call went through, Student Xiaosu exploded in excitement. "Boss, have you seen the school news? Some idiot failed in his confession and tried to drown himself! What do you think? Can there be anyone stupider in this world than that guy? This champion can immediately go down in the history books of our school! Hahaha!" Realising that Wang Zheng was slightly silent, Xiaosu continued to speak. "Hey, Boss! Can you hear me?" On the other side, Wang Zheng was currently lying in the medical centres bed. Holding his Skylink, he spoke each word clearly. "Dear Yan Xiaosu, your boss is the idiot that will go down in the history books of the school!" Ptui... Yan Xiaosu spat out the soup he was currently drinking. "Could it be..." (Location Change) "This woman doesnt suit you." Wang Zheng said. He sighed before exining the entire situation. "Boss, I just wanted to try confessing. This is too touching; you actually decided to drown yourself to show your sincerity!" Yan Xiaosu said fervently. Wang Zheng was truly a brother. He was willing to kill himself after failing his duty. "Go to hell! Your grandfather slipped!" Wang Zheng retorted angrily. Yan Xiaosu, who was sitting opposite of him, immediately backed off quickly whileughing loudly. He was truly someone that was extremely unlucky. At this point, the doctor walked over. "Okay now, you need to let him rest. A youth who cannot tolerate setbacks will never amount to much in the future!" Student Wangs face turned red. This was truly embarrassing! He could only smile bitterly and nod his head. Thankfully, tomorrow was the weekend. He would be able to let the situation simmer down over the next two days. Who was the bastard who published the news?! Wang Zheng was now famous; not only was he the first person with a gic score of 28, he had even tried to drown himself. After spending three years in obscurity, he went out with a bang just before graduation. Although it only took 20 minutes for him to get back home from school, his house was extremely far. He didnt go back to his house; no one was ever at home. Instead, Wang Zheng headed towards the bookshop across the street from his house. The one who opened the bookshop was an old man. Everyone called him the Old Merchant. He had been here for almost ten years now. The books in the Old Merchants store were usually all extremely profound, especially the ones with regards to the sciences. However in the current society with all the technological advances, reading books was only considered a form of cultural appreciation.Thus, the store was always deserted. Only Wang Zheng would converse with the old man, so the two of them became friends. The Old Merchant had two hobbies: drinking and lecturing. Unfortunately, his only student was Wang Zheng. "Old Merchant, Old Merchant, Im back. Im starving." Wang Zheng said as he threw his bag to a corner and starting looking for food. "Stinking brat, I will eventually be broke with your appetite!" an old man who was leisurely reading a book said. "Did you finish the book on sub-square algebraic theory?" "I finished it a long time ago. There was nothing new about it. Honestly speaking, why do you not have a Skylink? It so convenient." After being tormented for a day, Wang Zheng was absolutely famished. Whenever Wang Zheng finished the Old Merchants assignments, he would be allowed to eat until he was stuffed. Such a strange arrangement had already been ongoing for thest eight years. In the beginning, the Old Merchant had started him off with foundational mathematical theories and gradually increased the difficulty all the way until now. Wang Zheng was on apletely different levelpared to the rest of those in his school. The Old Merchant did not say a word as he silently watched Wang Zheng eat. He then pointed at a seat opposite of him and said, "Come, lets chat for a bit. What do you think about the idea in sub-square theory which talks about how space-time cannot be touched?" Wang Zheng wiped his mouth. "Comparing the sub-square theories, I feel that Old Man Tucks parallel theories are more to my liking. Some form of cosmic energy that walls off the parallel spaces exists; however, ording to thews of momentum, there will be a point where an opportunity to connect them will naturally appear, but the chances of it happening are almost nonexistent." Old Merchant nodded his head in satisfaction. "Brat, you were born to be a scientist. Forget about bing a mech pilot; such a brainless aspiration that only develops ones body is a waste of your talent." "Ah, how did you know my gic score was 28?" Wang Zheng blurted out. The Old Merchant stared nkly as he was stunned for a moment. "28... you... can you still be considered a human?" Wang Zheng really wanted to give himself a p. What was his stinking mouth doing? He shrugged his shoulders helplessly. "My life was given to me by my parents; I cant change it. I have no interest in the sciences, and life is about movement! You old people just dont understand!" The Old Merchant did not smile. "I hope that regardless of what you encounter, you will remember your optimistic spirit. To be someone, you need to be able tough in life." "Old Merchant, dont tell me youve met these great people. Once I get my graduation certificate, I n to enlist in the army, so I might not be able to see you anymore in the future." Wang Zheng replied. The Old Merchant gave him a wry smile. "Brat, you are truly a treasure. However, being at this stage at this age isnt bad. Remember that mathematics is the foundation of thousands of things. It is also necessary in bing a mech warrior. Physics is the observer of the universe; grasp this point and all else will follow. Be a warrior who has brains!" The Old Merchant was a fanatical enthusiast of science. However, one did not know why he hade here to open a book store. Every time they touched upon this topic, he would speak of it arrogantly. "Brat, you are about toe of age. This is a present from me." The Old Merchant ced a simply wrapped box on the table. "Wow, it cant be. The miserly Old Merchant is giving me a gift? The sun is going to rise in the west. Youre not ying a trick on me, right?!" Wang Zheng immediately looked out the window. "You little brat, how could I be the same as your dad? I am an erudite individual; he is the biggest trickster!" The Old Merchant smiled. The year the Old Merchant arrived, he befriended Wang Zhengs family. Afterwards, when Wang Zhengs parents left, they left him in the hands of the Old Merchant. Chapter 3: Whoa! What a Gigantic Skeleton! Chapter 3: Whoa! What a Gigantic Skeleton! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng did not refute his words. He had indeed never seen a more knowledgeable bookstore owner than this old merchant. Given this old merchants level of knowledge, even if he couldnt be a university professor, he could easily convince the average person. "Youngd, as long as humans are alive, there is always a way. If one wishes to pass through the parallel space, even though it seems impossible, itll depend on luck. When luck arrives, the probability will be 100%! The breathing technique passed down through your family is actually part of mankinds ancient wealth. A gic score of 28, heh, even if you are useless in this world, in another world you could be a genius!" "Old Merchant, can you please be more tactful? You really dont know how tofort someone." The old man usually built happiness on top of his pain. "Hehe, just because you cannot see it, you cant say it doesnt exist!" said the old merchant with a mysterious tone. "...Old Merchant, you dont have a fever, do you?" Although Wang Zheng noticed that the old merchant was acting strangely today, he wasnt the only weird one; student Wang had been pretty unluckytely too. "F**k, I drank so much that I feel dizzy. Im going to close the shop and have a rest. You can go away now!" the Old Merchant said while waving his hands. Wang Zheng chuckled, picked up the gift, and ran out in an instant. Looking at Wang Zhengs back, the Old Merchant let out a trace of a smile. "Just 28? How would the people of this world be able to identify a real genius? One day, you will cause this world to tremble!" When Wang Zheng got home, he proceeded with his routine Eight Stage Breathing Training. If he didnt, his mood would not be at peace. Saying that his results werent disappointing wasnt true. However, not being depressed made Wang Zheng feel like he himself was magical. To pursue a life of learning? Just thinking about sitting in an office and writing and drawing for the entire day made Wang Zheng feel dizzy. He had never considered such an idea even though he felt that scientists were the greatest group among human beings. His gaze fell upon the old merchants gift, which was on the table. Wang Zeng jumped up and picked up the gift. The thing was not big, but it was quite heavy. After he tore open the newspaper wrapping, the box that was revealed was quite unexpected. The silver box was actually made of metal and it even looked to be of high quality. Although he sometimes regretted following the old merchant, Wang Zheng only felt anticipation towards this gift. When he opened the box, he saw a dark block of iron inside.... It looked a little like those Rubiks Cubes he yed with when he was younger, but what was this thing? After inspecting it carefully, he couldnt find a user manual inside the box. Wang Zheng stared at the iron block and cautiously examined it. It was absolutely solid. He even tried to bite it, but it was so hard that his teeth almost broke. What was the use of this thing? Was it some hidden weapon? If it hit someone on the head, that person might just lose his life! Could the inside be made of gold? This little fan of wealth immediately rolled up his sleeves to investigate. What if the ck outeryer was rubbed off and the insides revealed a piece of dazzling gold? Wang started tough to himself. This was the first gift he had received aftering of age. Why did it have to be a piece of scrap iron? Still, he was very grateful to the old merchant. Suddenly, he felt a stabbing pain. Although the iron block felt very t and smooth, it suddenly scraped his skin and started sucking his blood like a leech!" Wang Zheng tried to throw the block away, but it was stuck to his hand! A sudden burst of golden light shot out and Wang Zheng felt like he had gotten into a train crash! Darn it ..... what happened? I dont want to die before I getid! This was Student Wangsst thought Drip... The sound of water droplets woke him up. Wang Zheng slowly opened his eyes. His surroundings were pitch ck. What kind of ce was this? His forehead was tingling with pain. The only good thing was that his body parts were still intact. When he touched the floor, it was like touching some kind of ice-cold ground. The surroundings were pitch ck and nothing could be seen. "Is there anyone? Can you turn on a light?" Wang Zheng cautiously asked. In his life, never had he experienced so many strange events like today Bang~~~ After a moment, there was a sh of white light and Wang Zheng was almost blinded. When his vision was finally restored, Wang Zheng was absolutely terrified by the things in front of him. In front of him, barely touching his nose, stood a red.....thing! It was a skeleton! Ahh~~~~~~~~ A human skeleton! Ahhhhhh! His scream echoed loudly inside this ce. The skeleton nearly caused Wang Zheng to faint. After howling and realizing that no one was responding to him, he started to feel embarrassed. He was enclosed within a square room which was pure white all around. Opposite him stood something that looked like a robot of some sort, but he didnt know whom it was designed by. It had a design resembling a skeleton and it was so beautiful that one could die! "Where the hell am I? If theres anyone alive, please speak out!" Wang Zheng shouted. Todays events were things he had never experienced in the past fifteen years, and it was was getting more outrageous. How did he get himself into this weird room? "Gic testing,mence!" The skeleton robot suddenly extended its hand and a beam of light shrouded Wang Zheng. Luckily, it didnt hurt; he only felt a slight itch. Before long, a bunch of information appeared in front of Wang Zhengs eyes. Wang Zheng, male, the original gene ispletely preserved, 15 years and 10 months, number of gene evaluation C 18! Thest number was the most eye-catching. Wang Zheng truly wanted to scold someone. God d**n it! How could they bully people like this? 28 was already embarrassing enough; how did it drop further in thesest few days? At this point, wasnt he no different from a pig? This had to be a nightmare! But the skeleton robot suddenly gave a salute. "Congrattions on clearing the evaluation, Wang Zheng. The evaluation shows that youre a genius. You have the potential of a god of war, sess rate of a 100%. Should the Super Soldier Program proceed?" Wang Zhengs face turned red. "Keke, dont mock me. No matter how bad my talent is, it was all given to me by my parents, and I am very grateful to them!" "There are no errors in this test. Should the Super Soldier program proceed?" the robot asked meticulously. Even though he was unable tomunicate with the skeleton, Wang Zheng quickly understood from the skeleton robot that this was the fallen Rand Empires super soldier training system which only selected extremely talented people to proceed with training. The inside of the cube was a special training ce where time was almost paused. It was also a huge killing device that the Rand Empire used to conquer the universe, ... But the truth was that the Milky Way Alliance didnt have this dog s**t Rand Empire. What non-existent time-stopping technology? Was this some kind of fairytale? "Hey, who is the one causing mischief? Let me out, or I am going to get violent! Believe me or not, Ill sue you until you go bankrupt!" Although Wang Zheng decided to get a little more serious, three secondster, he started believing the Skeleton. The skeleton robot gave him a very carefree electric shock. Sometimes force was the most convincing way. Looking at the skeleton robots oppressive eyes along with that handgun shing with light, Wang Zheng did not hesitate to choose the super soldier n. Adapting to circumstances was the smart thing. This was another of his familys teachings. "Super soldier first stage training begins. Matching martial technique!" Two silver balls of light appeared and constantly swept across Wang Zhengs body. This time it was a little painful. However, Wang Zheng was staring at the silver balls curiously. He thought that everything in front of him was a dream. What exactly was the Old Merchant up to? "Primordial Regression Technique" Three ancient words appeared. Words like these were rarely seen these days. "Congrattions for matching with the unparalleled Primordial Regression Technique. In the Rand Empires ten thousand year history, only three were able to cultivate this technique. The first step to practicing it is to feel the first tier of primordial energiesThirty-Two Stage Cultivation Technique!" 32 spots appeared on the skeleton robot. Wang Zheng finally understood the need for this diagram on the Skeleton Robot. What could be clearer than this to show the location of the 32 meridians? In another parallel space, human development had taken another direction. Technology existed, but what was more important was inner strength. Although gic evaluation was the same, the direction taken was different. In the end, there was apletely different result. Simply put, one was technology-based with the body assisting it, while the other one was body-based with technology assisting it. However, Wang Zheng felt that thetter seemed more torturous. The skeleton robot was very detailed in its exnation. It seemed to feel that this sort of method was very difficult to exin. However, Wang Zheng understood the method quite clearly. This thing seemed to be simr to the Eight Stage Breathing technique that his family passed down, but it was slightly moreplicated. Since the age of three, Wang Zhengs father tempted him with lollipops to practice the breathing technique. Who knew that it would be useful here? "Should the technique to link up the meridians begin?" the skeleton robot asked. Upon hearing these words which had cruelty hidden beneath the surface, Wang Zheng had a feeling that something was not right. "Haha, can I choose not to?" "You cannot!" Another glittering silver needle appeared in the robots hands F**k, that thing was about 30 centimeters long. What did that skeleton intend to do? "God d**n you. If I had no choice, why did you even ask?!" Even y people had a breaking point, and Wang Zheng started to rage. Whoosh whoosh whoosh... Hisints were useless. 32 silver needles were instantly inserted into Wang Zhengs body. At that moment, Student Wangs body felt chills, but surprisingly, it felt okay. After three seconds, the room was echoing with Wang Zhengs howling. A strand of silver thread was attached behind each silver needle. Strong electrical currents entered Wang Zhengs body. "Guide the spirit ording to the electrical currents flowing through the acupuncture points!" Wang Zheng was in a semi-conscious state, but he just couldnt faint. Linking up the meridians wasplete nonsense. His body couldnt feel any guidance! But right at this moment, the Eight Stage Breathing technique he learnt when he was young started to automatically circte itself, miraculously guiding the electrical currents through his body. From eight it expanded to 16, and then it expanded again from 16 to 32 stages. Each stage was where he had been shocked. Wang Zhengs pain reduced by a bit, and after a period of time, he gradually began to recover his consciousness and started guiding his thoughts on to the areas where he was shocked. When all 32 points were finally connected and formed aplete cycle, the electrical current disappeared, followed by a loss of that marvelous feeling ofpleting a cycle Wang Zheng once again opened his eyes. The skeleton robot was still standing in front of him. "Congrattions, Soldier Wang Zheng, you created a new record for the time taken to awaken. The initial cycle waspleted in ten days!" The robot showered him with meticulous praise; it even gave him a standard military salute. After hearing the praises, Wang Zheng still did not dare to lower his guard because the robot in front of his eyes may have been talking politely, but his actions were too cruel. "Can I go already?!" "You have to consolidate this martial technique in this period of time. Meanwhile, you willplete this first set of intense training and some warriors basic training at the same time." The robot said. Perhaps to make its expressions as gentle as possible, it even revealed a humane smile, but it was actually very frightening! Robots obviously did not understand that humans needed to rest. Thus, what immediately followed was the beginning of training Horse stance! God d**n it. Wang Zheng felt like dying after squatting for a whole day. In the past, he had done a lot push-ups, long-distance running, and short distance sprinting, but that was all within a normal persons normal limits. On other matters, the robot seemed to be respectful towards him, but once training started, it was just an absolute monster On the first day, Wang Zheng couldnt take it and asked, "If I keep half-squatting like this, will I be able to be a super soldier?" "Sorry, your question exceeds the limits of my answers" Student Wang gave up. Although he could feel that this kind of bncing did have its advantages, was it really worth it? Once it had started, there would be no stopping. If Wang Zhengs movements were not up to standard, he would receive an electric shock. What was worse than being in horse stance for a day? Doing it for six months! Wang Zheng started to wonder if his legs were going to be strained until it changed shape. This exercise was very dull; it was so uninteresting that he was going to be driven mad! After realizing that he would only be frustrated if he kept thinking this way, he realized that practice was the only thing that would pass the time. As time passed, Wang Zheng felt that his own optimism had developed to an extreme level. After six long months, the robot finally gave him a different assignment. A pile of cylinders appeared in the area. Wang Zhengs mission was to walk to and fro on top of the cylinders. Whenever cylinder lit up, it would disappear immediately, but what would happen when he fell? Actually, nothing much; he would just fall from a six meter height. Would it hurt if one fell down from that height? It was absolutely terrible suffering. Wang Zheng felt that it was all just a dream, an extremely painful one. However, the red light of the skeleton could cure him. The potential of mankind always revealed itself in difficult times. In order to not fall into insanity, Wang Zheng would jump here and jump there every single day like a kangaroo, gradually bing more skillful led in the thirty-two stage Primordial Regression Technique. After a month, Wang Zheng very confidently and easily navigated the top of the cylinders. The skeleton said that the cylinders were called "plum piles." However, to Wang Zheng, it was a type of digital and graphical arrangement. After he memorized the entireyout, everything became simple. "Bonehead, this event isnt challenging anymore. This brother is already invincible." "Yes!" the robot always replied simply and in a straightforward fashion. Suddenly, the course changed. Although the cylinders were still cylinders, they had shrunk from a diameter of twenty centimeters to ten centimeters. The six meter drop was still six meters, only now the floor had changed into numerous densely-packed nails. God d**n it, this brother here has trypophobia! Chapter 4: Wargod’s Covenant Chapter 4: Wargods Covenant Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zhengs entire body went numb. Even his mood was affected by that sight. Very soon, he understood what it meant to have "ten thousands arrows piercing through his heart." Endless howling continued to echo around the room. Wang Zheng soon began to understand that there was no such thing as a genius. It was a lie! How could he have been so stupid to be tricked by those sweet words? He wanted to leave, but as Bonehead said, unless he finished the training, he could go anywhere. Wang Zheng once thought of protesting by ceasing his activities. However, he changed his mind when Bonehead said that he had prepared 108 ways to motivatezy soldiers. As a result, Wang Zheng decided not to carry on with that idea. After getting used to that pile of cylinders, Wang Zheng realized he had already spent just half a months worth of time on it. He felt extremely surprised at his results and it could only be said that mankinds potential was truly immeasurable. He really wanted to know what these theatrics had to do with being a super soldier. Could it be that the Rand Empire created a legion of super soldiers by making them jump here and there? It has to be said that at least in future, dancing wont be difficult for Wang Zheng. Mankinds potential could be said to be unlimited. Very soon, Wang Zheng understood that the fear of heights, the fear of tight spaces, and the fear of sharp objects could all be ovee. In half a months time, Student Wang began to provoke Bonehead once again. It was his only source of entertainment. "Are there any new things to do? Whether its slugs, ticks, or your old mother, big brother here is not afraid!" Wang Zheng said enthusiastically as he bounded across the pile of cylinders. He had not forgotten to give Bonehead a middle finger as well. However, what awaited Wang Zheng was not some infinitely scary object. Instead, it was a beautifuldy. She had pristine skin that felt so tender that it seemed like it would break with a touch. She also had these huge, watery, and warm eyes... AH~~~~ Student Wang let out an anguished scream. This brother was still in his developing years! Doesnt Bonehead have a bottom line?!?!?! Bonehead looked very happy at the side. His two hands were shing with electricity. Failure would be met with punishment! After another half a month, Student Wang began to realize that everything was not what it seemed, especially Bonehead. When he thought that the pile of cylinders training had ended, the arrangement had suddenly changed. He started with the Big Dipper Stakes arrangement, then the Three Stars Stakes, the Infinite Stars Stakes, the Heavenly Dipper Stakes, andstly, the Bagua Stakes. What he originally thought was extremely easy ended up taking him almost five months to master. Bonehead then made him train his focus. He would use poisonous snakes, knives, dead bodies, maggot nests, and some unheard of methods to attempt to distract Wang Zheng. So long as they could cause him difort, they would appear. Wang Zhengs only source of entertainment would be that after training, he could hide in a corner and draw circles. Every circle was a Bonehead. In the end, after he had been trapped for a year in this infernal hell, Wang Zhengs Primordial Regression Technique had improved to a significantly higher level. He had already be quite familiar with it. There was a pinky-sized cloud of gas that would circte around the inside of his body. It used to appear very faintly when he practiced his Eight Stage Breathing technique, but it had gone through a qualitative improvement. "Congrattions. The next up will be the third stage of training. This is also thest part of the first phase of your training," Skeleton said. This was the first time that Wang Zheng felt that Bonehead seemed a little adorable. He immediately hugged Bonehead. "Wow, thats so nice of you. Im finally going to be released from this! God has told me that I will be awakened from this nightmare! Hallelujah!" Skeleton did not move. "Basic Skill C Leaning Landslide. I will demonstrate it once for you." A rock pir appeared in the space in front of them. Bonehead lowered his shoulder and rammed into it viciously with his willowy body. Bang... Wang Zheng couldnt help apud him. "That was a good tackle! Keep on going!" In his heart, he couldnt help but hope that Bonehead would smash himself to pieces and turn into bone and potato soup! "This is the Leaning Landslide. Now youre going to practice it." "Is that it?" Wang Zheng had already been used to talking to himself. Bonehead often refused to answer of his questions. If this was not considered the most dull form of training, then it would definitely be close. Wang Zheng began to miss the stake training. At the very least there would be some variation. All Wang Zheng did now was tackle the pir endlessly every day. He even wondered if he had suffered some form of concussion. He had to tackle with all his strength and only then would the pir light up. Otherwise, what awaited Wang Zheng wasnt pleasant... Each day was split into three parts. The first part involved him practicing his Primordial Regression Technique. The second part involved him tackling a pir as though his life depended on it. The third part required him to open his eyes and observe carefully. What he was told to stare at was a leaf. Apparently, there was supposed to be a picture hidden on it. The day he manages to see it will be the day he passes this stage of his training. Wang Zheng spent his days meditating, tackling the pir, and staring at the leaf. He felt like his eyes were gradually gettingrger andrger; he seemed to have developed double eyelids! Eventually, Wang Zheng managed to see the image on the leaf. It was just a drawing of Bonehead! F**k! Another year slowly passed and Wang Zheng became more used to this life with each passing day. However, unexpectedly, the space had changed into what he first saw when he first arrived. "Congrattions! You have already passed the first phase of training. You can now leave." "Leave?" Wang Zheng was momentarily stunned. Truth be told, he had gotten used to this life after two years. He had to admit that his ability to adapt was absolutely tyrannical. Furthermore, he was not sure if he had gotten used to this abuse; he even felt a bit of affection towards Bonehead. Although he had been slightly cruel, this bastard was still pretty attentive when it came to his work. However, now that an opportunity to leave rolled around, Wang Zheng was not going to let it slip by. Afterughing maniacally, Wang Zheng gave Bonehead a tight hug. "Bonehead! Although youre extremely ugly, I still feel quite affectionate towards you. I think I will miss you." "Once you have stored enough Battle Energy, we will engage in phase two of the training," Bonehead said quietly. Wang Zheng wasughing inside. Your sister! Who in the world would want toe back? Continue having your fantastic dreams! Hahahahah! "Training suggestion: in ordance to the secrecy act of the Super Soldier Program, if you do not gain enough Battle Energy in the next two years, the human destruction procedure will initiate." Bonehead said seriously. "What? Destruction procedure? What do you want to destroy? F**k. Do you have any human emotions?" Wang Zheng couldnt help but mourn sadly. "I will await the next time you arrive." This was the first time Bonehead had ever let out a stiff smile. At this point, Wang Zheng felt space warp around him. His entire body had a feeling of abandonment. GOD, Bonehead. You didnt even tell me what Battle Energy was!!! "Bonehead! You cant y with me like this!" Wang Zheng shouted angrily as he stood up. At this point, Wang Zheng had opened his eyes. He was already back home. His room smelled like a thousand farts had fermented inside it, so Wang Zheng immediately opened the windows. He had almost suffocated to death! F**k! What is this?! Sunlight! Large fields! God! He was finally back! After basking in the sunlight for a moment, he nced at the clock on the wall... how could this be??? He remembered he had spent almost two years inside the Super Soldier Training Program. However, only two days of time had passed in reality. It was still the weekend. After opening his Skylink to double check, there was indeed nothing wrong. The only thing inside it was tens of messages from Xiaosu. After pping his face he wondered what had happened to the Rubiks Cube itself. The Rubiks Cube had disappeared. There was only an empty box left behind. Wang Zheng couldnt help but suspect perhaps everything had just been a dream. An extremely long dream. He jumped in joy. Bang... Wang Zheng squatted down and held his head in pain while tears streamed down his cheeks. F**ck. He had almost killed himself by knocking against the ceiling! However, there wasnt much time to think about all this. Wang Zheng immediately rushed towards the Old Merchants bookstore. However, the house was empty, and on the table was a single letter. "Brat, dont ask. I dont know anything. Keep a low profile and be careful so you dont get caught, because you will be used as ab rat if you do. I wish you good luck. Also, I have taken away all of your spare change. Think of it as tuition fees for the past few years." Spare change? F**ck! Just kill me with a thousand knives! That was Wang Zhengs final reserve of money! Student Wang, who was about to be a proper adult in five months and ten days, only had 300 silver coins to his name! Just how many days would he be able to eat for? After ten minutes, Wang Zheng had tidied up his thoughts. He was still alive and the Rubiks Cube had be a tattoo on his body. His entire body also felt different as a result of the training. This was not a dream! And that Old Merchant wasnt an ordinary old man! He was an old thief! He actually had the gall to steal from a poor student. The heavens are unjust! 100 meters outside of that old house, the Old Merchant, who had changed his appearance, was staring quietly at the sad, howling Wang Zheng through a window. His face was full of happiness and excitement. "Brat, I know that you will be able to make it. I hope I will be able to live for a couple more years to see that happen." Wang Zheng took away all of the food that was left behind in the bookstore; he didnt even leave behind the food that had expired. Grannys leg! Now that he had turned into aplete pauper, he had to save whatever money he could. He had already been trained from a young age with his dad. Furthermore, in this era, it was not so easy to trick people with his thousand year inheritance of the breathing technique. He didnt understand what his poor mother saw in that man. And what about Battle Energy? F**ck that. Who would fear death after those two years of hellish training? Ah, spring; ah, sunshine, I, Wang Zheng, am finally back! "Boss! Boss! I thought you had gone missing!" Yan Xiaosu was extremely anxious. He was used to calling Wang Zheng "Boss" because he always had to copy his homework. After a period of time, he got used to calling him that. Wang Zheng was definitely a genius at homework, and Yan Xiaosu admired him greatly for this. However, he had only just passed his exams not too long ago. "You wish Id go missing. I just woke up." After hearing Yan Xiaosus voice, Wang Zheng felt like he had just heard a goddess of beauty speak. "Haha, Boss, I have another problem I need your help with. We need five yers and I am missing one. I know youre not interested, but today is my promotion matchs first round. I spent thest three months trying to get promoted. Xie Yuxin was supposed to help out, but something came up. Can you please give me a hand?" Yan Xiaosu said tearfully. Surprisingly, Wang Zheng replied with hesitation. "No problem!" "Boss, I will love you in this life and the next." "Scram. Give me five, no, wait ten minutes!" Wang Zheng went to take a quick shower. He felt like he was so smelly that someone could die from the stench! All of the things he was not interested in before had suddenly be interesting. Grannys leg. Living is awesome! Brothers Net Caf. This caf was the most popr one near the school. Even their slogan was good. "No brother isnt hot-blooded, and no brother will make it difficult for you to seed in Wargods Covenant!" Even if there were four elites, if there was one weak link, the entire team would be defeated. 1 vs 5? That was just a legend! Wargods Covenant was known as CT. It was the Milky Way Alliances most popr mecha game. Mecha were mankinds mostmonly used equipment when it came down to work or military usage. It was the perfectbination of both biological and mechanical engineering. Through a tactile interface, a persons actions in the cockpit causes the mech to respond ordingly. Of course, a real mechs physical requirements were much higher. CT does not require such a level of skill; it is easy to control, and if one wants to be an expert at it, they require great battle awareness, skill, and experience. Chapter 5: Brittleskin Chapter 5: Brittleskin Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas When itunched, the Wargods Covenant gxy finale gained great poprity in the Milky Way Alliance. Together with numerous young girls participation, the finale every four years became one of the top ten most viewed programs in the gxy It couldnt be helped; young people decided the mainstream culture. In every battle, based on their performance, the winner is awarded points on a scale of 1 to 10, and the loser receives a deduction of 1 to 5 points. When a yer reaches 1,000 points, he or she will be able to fight in the promotion battle. If the battle is a sess, he or she will advance to be a bronze yer, and at the same time earn the right topete in thedder tournament. Professionally speaking, yers who reach this point are finally not beginners anymore. yers are divided into five levels ording to their strength: bronze, silver, gold, tinum, and diamond. The strongest ten diamond yers on each are known as the kings. You have to know that even though a has only ten of these people, their influence is almost on par with idols and celebrities. As for Yan Xiaosu, although he was always bragging in front of Wang Zheng, he had in fact not even received the title of inexperienced beginner. The 1,000 points promotion battle is very important because the moment the yer loses, he or she receives a direct deduction of 50 points and will have to re-umte that amount again. In order to aboid this, opportunistic people will hire a master for help. The prime example being Yan Xiaosu. Xie Yuxin was another one of Wang Zhengs and Yan Xiaosus friends. He was totally different from the both of them. Xie Yuxin had a gic score of 90, and although his name sounded very feminine, he had a cool and handsome appearance. A lot of people did not understand, how could a person like Xie Yuxin be in thepany of people like Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. It simply made him look low-ss. Currently at Brothers Net Cafe. "Ladies and gentlemen, please wait for a little while. My brothers will be here very soon." Yan Xiaosu was busy apologising. "Tall-Handsome-Rich, hurry up, we are paying by the minute." "I understand, thank you very much!" Yan Xiaosu couldnt afford to be disrespectful, he had gone through a lot of trouble to hire these three bronze level yers to help him through this hurdle. Initially, it was settled that Xie Yuxin was to join in. Apart from being handsome, this guy was also capable. The only reason why he had not gotten promoted was because he yed very little. "It doesnt matter if that person does not know how to y, just let him stay in the base." "I understand. Dont worry, Sir, I will make it clear to him." The three people on the video screen nodded. Three bronze level yers could easily abuse five beginners. This difference in strength was like the heavens and the earth. CT was easy to pick up but difficult to master. It had no physical burden, and to operate it well required one to possess half the capabilities of a formal pilot. Wang Zheng arrived after a while. He only had some basic understanding regarding CT. Even if one had never tried it before, he or she must have witnessed others y it, Wang Zheng included. "Boss, you are still the one I can rely on most at times like these. Hurry now, this stage is yours. Go in and register a number; the captain will give hismands soon." These helpers were very expensive, and they charged by the minute, so Yan Xiaosu didnt dare to dy any further. Wang Zheng walked into the simtion cockpit. Needless to say, it looked simr. No wonder so many people liked it. He put on the apparatus consisting of a head ring, two wrist and ankle rings, and suddenly a burst of light filled his eyes and then in front of him appeared ady with unearthly beauty. CTs game guide. She was very adorable and nice. It was said that a lot of male yers were smitten by this beautifuldy. "Wee to Wargods Covenant. Please confirm your ID and choose the mech warrior that you need." In front of Wang Zhengs eyes appeared five shiny mech warriors. He knew that they were not real, but Student Wang was still overwhelmed with awe. As for the name? Wang Zheng suddenly smiled. Ill call myself Skeleton, then! Beginner yers were provided five types of armor: Demon Wolf Type V (Assassin) Beast Type 3 (Tank) Bata Type 5 (Warrior) Hunter Type 3 (Sniper) Wargod No. 1 (Optional Weapons) The Demon Wolf and Beast were beast-type series. The Demon Wolf was extremely flexible, suitable for hilly and otherplex terrain; it was yed as an assassin. The Beast was extremely sturdy, specifically used to break fortresses. Bata and the Hunter were humanoid-type mecha. Bata was a bnced warrior and it was also the militarys mostmonly used training mech. It had already been developed to the current fifth generation. The Hunter was a sniper type, excelling at concealment and sniping from a long distance. Wargod No.1 was a humanoid mech specially used by novices. There was nothing special about it. It was easily understood by the novices and that was it. The weapons that were avable to be chosen from were a titanium knife andser guns. They were the mostmon variants used by novices who used them to battle with theputer mecha. "Get that beginner to choose quickly. Dont waste too much time," a voice said. ID: Mad Warrior. His main ount was a bronze grade 2. It was the highest among the three bronze-level yers, and his temper was also the worst. Yan Xiaosu quickly nodded. "Boss, any choice will do; we just need you inside to fill the number of yers." Wang Zheng originally nned to understand more first, but seeing Yan Xiaosu being so anxious, he just chose Wargod No. 1. That name sounded the coolest. After a sh of light, the five mecha on their team appeared. A small window disyed the information of the other four teammates. Yan Xiaosus ID was Tall-Rich-Handsome, unranked, Beast Type-3, a thick skinned, ferocious, assault mech. However, mobility was its weakness. Yet, given Student Yans cowardly character, this was not surprising. Wang Zheng was using Xie Yuxins ount. This ounts ID was Xie Yuxin. Needless to say given this guys character of consistency, he ended up using his own name. The other three yers profile pictures had a bronze light around it. This was a symbol of their identity. ID: Mad Warrior, Demon Wolf Type V ID: Just love bullying beginners, Bata Type V ID: Never Admit Defeat, Hunter Type 3 All three of them were the helpers that Yan Xiaosu hired with money. There was no doubt that their captain was Mad Warrior. He had already gone through these sorts of promotion battles a few times. Basically, as long as they yed it safe, there wont be a problem. The three of them were responsible for doing the fighting, the other two rookies only needed to follow behind to finish up the robots. But.....all three of them were dumbfounded when they saw Wang Zhengs choice of mech. "Holy s**t, dude, why is that guy using Brittleskin? He must be crazy!" Mad Warrior said, totally annoyed. "What is a Brittleskin?" Wang Zheng asked, totally ignoring how angry Mad Warrior was. Wang Zheng was extremely curious. This was the first time that he was in such a situation. A few people had silent expressions. "From under which rock did you crawl out from? F**k! Later on, while you are inside the fortress, donte out, dont say anything, just stay inside." "Tall-Handsome-Rich, the difficulty of survival is high, so double our payment!" Mad Warrior said. Yan Xiaosu wiped his sweat. "No problem. Thank you, Sirs, Im really sorry to have troubled you." Student Yan was too anxious. He had forgotten that Wang Zheng had never touched these kinds of things, so he quickly gave Wang Zheng an exnation on it. Although the name Wargod No. 1 may have sounded awesome, it had no use inbat. It was not that this mech wasnt good at all; its performance was actually eptable. Its offensive and defensive capabilities were bnced, but the biggest problem was that the mech had no energy shields and no protective armor. It was equivalent to fighting while totally naked,pletely unsuited for brawling. If he was not careful, he would definitely end up as cannon fodder. In team mode, it was five against five, and each side had a fortress. The forts would regrly produce robots to attack the opposing team. The key to winning was to destroy the other teams fortress. In free matching, you could invite your friends to help you, but no one knew who their opponents would be; it was entirely up to luck. The five opponents appeared. Wang Zheng didnt give any crap about the scornful gazes; he couldnt describe his feelings right now. He never would have thought that the game would feel so realistic. No wonder so many people were attracted! The countdown to the battle began. Ten...nine...three...two...one. With a sh of light, everyone entered the battlefield. Everything just felt like reality. His four teammates all prepared to fight, but Wang Zheng, however, was just like an infant. He dreamt about piloting mecha all the time, but he had never thought that he could fulfil his dream in this way. Wang Zheng carefully took one step out. Dong... The absolutely visceral feeling of the mech stepping onto the ground reverberated around him. Wang Zheng looked up to the sky, truly feeling like shouting. This felt so f**king great! No wonder Yan Xiaosu could be so obsessed! By now the other four mecha had already marched out. The three bronze yers were leading while Yan Xiaosu stayed in the middle to bring up the rear. Yan Xiaosu was also excited. Only now did they remember that they had forgotten about Wang Zheng. On the screen, Wang Zheng was moving Wargod No. 1s arm, raising his head, twisting his ankle, slowly taking each step. Mad Warrior and his friends noticed Wang Zhengs situation too. "Tall-Handsome-Rich, which kindergarten is this lovely baby from?" Yan Xiaosu held back his anger. He wanted to fight back, but he couldnt offend them, especially because he was an officer from the Hunter Legion. "Heh, Sir, my bro is here for the first time. Please forgive him." Those three people had epted Yan Xiaosus money, meaning they needed to solve his problem, so they had no right to mad. But in fact, the three of them felt resentment too. If the other beginner had some idea on how to y, he mightve been able to help relieve some of the burden. But as it was now, it was equivalent to their team being without fifth yer. The opponents were pushing forward too. Given Yan Xiaosus experience, the opponents matched against them wouldnt be too unskilled. However, needing to fight against three experienced yers, the opponents would likely still have to concede. Wang Zheng suddenly sped up. The mech shook suddenly and almost toppled over, but inside the cockpit, Wang Zheng bursted outughing like a child finding his favourite toy. Even though this wasnt a real mech, Wang Zheng couldnt help but be fascinated. On the other side, the robots were fighting the cannon fodder from the castle. Their cannons rumbled vigorously and mes spat out in every direction. In the rear, Wang Zheng was learning to walk just like a toddler. Wang Zheng didnt follow them forward. Since his task was to stay here, then he would stay here. In the future, if he had more spare time, he would y this. Ever since he had been abused by Skeleton, Wang Zheng had learned to be more rxed about things. You should just enjoy life while you can. As they were capturing the middlene, a big fight broke out in the centre of the battlefield. Themunications were ring with Mad Warriors reprimands. "Tsk, there is an expert on that side. Everyone, be careful!" Mad Warrior was a professional. They had to win. After all, this would affect their reputation, and reputation was important when doing business, because it spreads by word of mouth. Yan Xiaosus veins were pumping, they had actually encountered opponents of the same level. This had turned into a hard-fought battle. But he did not believe that the opponents were able to spend as much money him. Indeed, the opposing team only hired two, but the rest of the yers skills were better than Yan Xiaosus, and they had more people. There was chaotic fighting in the middle. Yan Xiaosusser gun fired off a fierce shot when the rm suddenly sounded. "Tall-Handsome-Rich, retreat quickly! Youre out of position," shouted Mad Warrior, but it was toote. Chapter 6: GODLIKE Chapter 6: GODLIKE Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Beast was originally a slow mech. Furthermore, in Yan Xiaosus excitement, he hadpletely lost himself in the cadence. Suddenly, he had realized that he had wandered alone into the center of the battlefield. A flurry of beams shed towards him. F**k! Mad Warrior did not retreat. At this point, if he were to do so, it would all be over. With Yan Xiaosu as a meat shield, the other three rushed forward to attack. With the three of them fighting, they would be able to destroy the enemy Demon Wolf Beast Type 3s strong energy shield onlysted for a couple of seconds under the enemys attacks. After a brief moment, he turned into a fireball. Tall-Rich-Handsome OVER! F**k! Yan Xiaosu angrily struck out. The enemy had destroyed him before retreating quickly. It was very clear that despite Mad Warriors strong attacks, the enemy Demon Wolf had almost been destroyed. However, under the support of his teammates, the firepower was too strong and the Demon Wolf managed to escape. This was a huge loss. The battle had turned into a 5 versus 3. Mad Warrior was angry as well. As a bronze yer, getting yed by newbies made him extremely angry. "Tall-Rich-Handsome, since you yed like that, we cant do anything either. That one behind you isnt very helpful either. Its over," Mad Warrior said. Yan Xiaosus fat face leaked a trace of anger and his tone turned sharp. "Boss, dont do this. Even if the situation has turned for the worst, you were bragging so arrogantly just now. Now that at this key moment you even me my brother, you wont get a cent from me. However, if you win, I will double what I was going to pay you!" No matter how good-natured he was, Yan Xiaosu could not tolerate that bastard insulting Wang Zheng. It looked like it was all over this time; such a good opportunity was lost, and he did not know when the next time would be. The power of money was great. The three of them looked at each other. Even though they had created trouble for their client, he would still give them money? Who knew that Yan Xiaosu was so generous? They nodded their heads. Withrgepensation, they would really have to y properly now. Never Admit Defeat revealed a grin. "Since our senior here is so generous, we have to show our skills. Old rules. Beat them to death." Mad Warrior and Just Love Beating Beginners nodded their heads. In the blink of an eye, Never Admit Defeat had be their captain. Although Mad Warrior had the highest rank among the three of them, Never Admit Defeat was the most skilled. He just did not y enough. The three of them now clearly yed at a different levelspared to previously. Yan Xiaosu finally just realized that they had yed him for a fool! Never Admit Defeat went up to the leftnepletely alone to bait the enemy. Although he seemed brave, it also showed how much confidence he had in his own skills. Mad Warrior and Just Love Beating Beginners took up the rear. The intense battle left Yan Xiaosupletely delirious and drunk. On the other hand, Wang Zheng, who was enjoying the feeling of piloting a mech, was also observing the battlefield. A deep sense of anticipation rumbled from within him. Even his hands were shaking. It had to be said that he was serious now! People were afraid of getting serious. As a CT expert, once one got serious, they would disregard everything. The three of them were now going to showcase their skills. Although they were outnumbered, they slowly regained the advantage. The enemy Demon Wolf had already been weakened, but in the end it was destroyed. That shot was extremely beautiful. Even Yan Xiaosu couldnt help but to p his hands and cheer. An expert was truly an expert! Never Admit Defeats position was exposed. After 10 minutes, both sides were shing in the middle of the battlefield. Mad Warrior had been destroyed. Just Love Beating Noobs had also been destroyed. Never Admit Defeat had single handedly destroyed three opponents but ran out of gas at thest moment. Right now, the enemies Beast Type 3 had rushed into him. The sniper mech had been cornered by the tank mech. The result waspletely miserable. Both opponents had fought a bloody battle. The Beast Type 3 grabbed the Hunter mech. Boom... The Hunter mech had its head torn into two by the de on the Beast mechs head. The opponent cheered as the Beast roared. At this point in time, Yan Xiaosu was sighing. If they had just fought casually, a loss would not have meant much. However, he had yed so seriously and had lost by a hair. Mad Warrior and his friends were angrily mming against their cockpits. The Beast mech rushed towards the enemy base. He felt extremely happy. Not far away, he suddenly noticed a target. The Beast yer suddenly jumped up in shock. He thought that he had fallen into a trap, but it turned out to only be a Wargod No. 1. F**k. No wonder he had note out to fight. There was an idiot who had identally picked that mech. Wang Zheng did not notice when he had walked out of the base. Never Admit Defeat couldnt help but to shout, "Use yourser rifle. Theres still a chance. Hit him! KILL HIM!" Yan Xiaosu was also getting anxious. "Boss, fire your rifle. Aim and fire! Hit him!" Wang Zheng wanted to fire, but the question in his mind was... "Gun? Where?" Anguished wails could be heard. F**k. The Wargod No. 1 was already a bad mech. However, how could one not even know where their equipment was? Had one ever seen a soldier who forgot to bring their equipment? Yan Xiaosu knocked his head against the wall... It was over. The opposing Beast was extremely happy. After ying for so long, this was still the first time he had ever met such a noob. He immediately shouted through the openmunication channel, "My little friend on the opposing side, Big brother here is going to give you a good memory of your first game! Haha!" The Beast suddenly rushed with absolutely shocking speed towards Wang Zheng. Yan Xiaosu couldnt help but look at the sky and sigh. To be frank, the other three yers did not even feel like scolding him. This was the end. They had fallen into an abyss. They thought that they had clutched a life-saving straw, but it turned out that was just an illusion. The Wargod No. 1 looked as though it had epted its fate and stood there nkly. Brittleskin versus a heavily armoured demonic beast! Death was the only oue. Bang... Bang... Boom! Flowers of fire erupted in every direction! The entire room was silent. Theputers voice echoed out: Ironhearted Mad Warrior, OVER! Team Destroyed! Red Team WIN! In this brief moment, the opponent started to celebrate. Then they suddenly stopped, shocked as they could not believe their eyes. Wait, what? Red Team won? F**k, was there something wrong?! Did the system mess up? At that moment, the only mech standing on the battlefield was the Wargod No. 1. The Beast Type 3 had been destroyed. Wang Zheng closed his two eyes as he re-experienced the adrenaline rush. Suddenly, his eyes shed open and red with excitement. GOD! Thest kill was reyed slowly. The Beast mech had rushed over. However, Wang Zheng was so excited that his trembling hands had suddenly be icy cold. The Wargod No. 1 tilted 45 degrees to the side and upon being struck, was pushed back 45 meters. However, what was surprising was that the attack had been blocked! What was more amazing was that at that moment, taking advantage of the momentum, the huge Beast Type 3 had been thrown into the sky andnded upside down! The Beast mechs head hadnded arge rock, copsing inwards and bing warped before finally exploding. Apletely unarmed Wargod No. 1 remained! "F**k, f**k, f**k. Did you see that? That was an expert. All of you have fallen for a scam! Your entire family is a scam! The opponents on the other team immediately logged off. They could not tarry any longer. Their fully equipped Beat had been destroyed by an unarmed Brittleskin. This was extremely humiliating. The three bronze yers also had nothing much to brag about. The entire group of them also went offline. Leaving Brothers Net Caf, Yan Xiaosu could not control his excitement. He was even happier about this than the fact that he was promoted to bronze rank. "Boss, your luck is just too good. As I was saying, the seasons will change ordingly! It is time for you to shine!" Yan Xiaosu was not a newbie. The Brittleskin being able to block the Beasts attack, if not for luck, what else could it have been? Wang Zheng gave him a slight smile. Deep down he was not as calm as he had looked. At that moment in time, Wang Zheng felt truly alive; it was as though a door had opened in front of him. This was what it meant to battle! At this point in time, Wang Zheng began to anticipate going back to the Rubiks Cube. If this was only the first phase of training, what would thetter stages bring? Originally, Yan Xiaosu was nning to bring Wang Zheng out for dinner. However, his dad had sent an explosive Skylink message asking Xiaosu to go back. That brat had actually used his school fees to hire the yers just now. It made his dad so angry that he was going to explode. After arriving home, Wang Zheng took off his clothes. He examined the Rubiks Cube tattoo on his chest carefully. At that moment after the battle, the Rubiks Cube tattoo had heated up. After thinking about it, Wang Zheng figured that this must have been that so-called Battle Energy. Bonehead had once said that battle energy was battleprehension. Technology was a non-living thing, so in order to fully integrate the lessons he learned, it required one to engage in real battles. This was the only way to create a battle system that fit the individual. This was the Rubiks Cubes Battle Energy! Every single Super Soldier was unique and unbeatable. Wang Zheng carefully examined the Rubiks Cube tattoo. In the centre of the thin, white outline was a small red dot. This was Battle Energy! He could not participate in military battles and could not join the underworld to engage in street fights, so CT was the only way he could temper himself. He would not need to be destroyed! Wang Zheng could not help but whistle a happy tune! When there is a will, there is a way! At Dawn Middle School. During thest period of time before graduation, only those who were nning to enter Ares Military College were worried about their entrance examinations. A majority of the individuals were currently enjoying thest period of their middle school lives. Wang Zheng had be famous due to the previous incident. On the road there, Yan Xiaosu was constantly happily greeting people. "Boss, am I extremely handsome today? Why are there so many people looking at us?" Yan Xiaosu did not realize what was going on. Wang Zheng gave him a bitter smile. This was basically all his fault. Wang Zheng was just helping Xiaosu clean his ass. At this time, two girls walked over. They looked as though they were waiting for them. It was Dawn Middle Schools two famous individuals, Yue Jing and Ye Zisu. The two girls had dressed up carefully, and their spotless white skin did not require much makeup. However, their exquisite jewelry only made them look even more beautiful. In addition to their specially tailored uniforms, it made the two of them look absolutely stunning. Their surrounding fans were absolutely smitten by them. "Student Wang, my birthday is this weekend. Are you free on that day?" Yue Jing asked, with a warm smile. It was as though a hundred flowers were blooming. Yan Xiaosu, who was standing at the side, was absolutely dazed. He had never, ever seen Yue Jing speak so warmly. "I am not..." Wang Zheng did not feel any attraction towards such an individual. However, Yan Xiaosu, who was standing at the side, couldnt help but reply for him. "Yes. Definitely free. Being able to attend Student Yue Jings birthday celebration is my honor!" Yan Xiaosu had immediately invited himself along with Wang Zheng. "Haha, You must be student Yan Xiaosu. You are indeed quite cute, " Ye Zisu said. Yan Xiaosu felt as though he was floating in the clouds. He stuck his chest out. After growing up for so long, he had finally be a man! The students around them were absolutely shocked. What was going on? How did these two have the qualifications to attend these goddess birthday parties? Chapter 7: Xiao Shi Chapter 7: Xiao Shi Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It is said that in addition to Dawns elites, there were Ares College seniors participating too. This was a great opportunity. But why would she invite those two guys? "Well, I look forward to your attendance. I will send you the invitationter." Yue Jings and Ye Zisus attitudes were surprisingly good today. It was the first time Yan Xiaosu was in such close proximity with the person he admired; this made him so happy he had long forgotten his own surname. "Boss, tell me, what were my chances?" Wang Zheng shrugged. The two girls were devilish, so Yan Xiaosu would not even be able to keep his bones if he fell into their grasps. But what could he say? Miracles could happen, and perhaps he would be lucky. In the distance, Yue Jing and Ye Zisu were alsoughing very happily. "Those two fools must be very happy and very surprised." "When that dayes, they will be even more surprised!" Yue Jing said coldly. She heard from Ye Zisu how Wang Zheng was totally unfazed after their run-in, and because of her high self-esteem, she needed to let the idiot know the meaning of what was unattainable! It was a sin for azy toad to lust over the meat of a swan. And it was even more of a sin for azy toad to ignore a swan! The ssroom basically turned into a tea party with everyone talking about their dreams and the future, and those who knew what they wanted to do were in high spirits. Yan Xiaosu could finally sleep quickly and smoothly without the teachers stopping him. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, was still pondering about his future. Military college was out of the question because his genes did not even make the entrance requirement. He could only wait for the public enlistment drive of the military three months from now and thus, surviving these three months would be his priority. Now that he had pretty much graduated, apart from waiting to receive his diploma, it was high time to consider the future. Wang Zhang opened his Skylink. There were many job vacancies nearby, but most of them required work experience, a minimum age of 20, and academic qualifications higher than middle school. Wang Zheng felt slightly depressed. Will he have to starve to death? After school, Wang Zheng began his job hunt, but he found the search awkward. He was not good enough for a high post but too proud to take a low one. However, Together Duck Restaurants opening for back kitchen workers could do. Standing in front of the restaurant, Wang Zheng adjusted his look and put on a smile, a kind and sincere smile. A menial job shouldnt need technical skills. Just as he was about to open the door, the door opened on its own. Were they so amodating? A figure came rushing towards Wang Zheng, and he dodged it almost instinctively. "Help, baddies are chasing me!" A pair of white jade hands suddenly grabbed the arms of Wang Zheng. Her cap was slightly raised, revealing a dirty little face. s, it was a chance meeting. Two waiters in ck suits came rushing behind her, one of them bursting in foulnguage. "You little bastard, since you dared to eat the Tyrannical Kings Meal, you are courting death if you dont pay up! Pay up, or well beat the both of you." Truthfully, Wang Zheng really wanted to just forget about this situation and leave. But somehow, those pitiful eyes instantly made him soft-hearted. He was not sure how Bonehead would judge him if he saw this. "How much money does she owe?" Wang Zheng asked concisely. A meal here should only cost ten dors or so. Why would violence be necessary? "Very well, 530 dors. Ill give you a discount, so 500 dors will do." "Dont pull my leg. This ce only costs 100 or so at most!" Wang Zheng said in shock. "Nonsense, this girl came in and ordered every dish!" Student Wang learned a new lesson: dont y the hero if youre broke! "I only have 300 dors on me. Take it, or lets have the cops settle this." Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders like a hoodlum. "Or you could give me a beating too." Although he was feeling slightly depressed, not going all the way was not Wang Zhengs style. Both waiters were stunned for a moment, then they gazed at Wang Zhengs 300 dors and grabbed it. "You two little bastards, scram!" A punch came towards Wang Zheng. Bang! The waiter immediately clutched his hand and jumped backwards. Wang Zheng touched his own face and instantly took back a note from the 300 dors. "One shot for a hundred, but if youre not satisfied, you can try again." If anyone ps you on the left cheek, turn to them the other cheek. A hundred dors was enough tost a few days. Both waiters looked at each other. Ones hand was already swollen. They then looked fiercely at Wang Zheng and ran away. Wang Zheng shrugged helplessly. Looks like he could not apply at this ce anymore. Why was it so hard to find a job this year? The girl followed him. Wang Zheng stopped and turned around. The girl stopped as well and raised her head, showing those pitiful eyes again. D**n, Wang Zheng was just about to roar in anger, but he swallowed it. This dirty girls eyes had a strange kind of power. "ssmate, we are both the worlds scum, so theres no need to thank me and no need to follow me. Honestly, I am a pauper, and that was everything I had to my name. My next meal is not certain either. I may just need to have the King Meal like you did." Wang Zheng turned to leave after saying that. He had to find a job, and this was no joking matter. Even King Kong would turn to soft candy without food. However, the girl followed him again. "Little girl, if you keep following me I will have to punch you!" The dirty girl in front of him actually looked about his age. She was wearing obviously unsuitable sportswear, and her pitiful expression made her look a little younger. In that moment, the girls tears started falling. Wang Zheng had lost himself in the moment, and he felt really ashamed about it. How could he raise his voice at a girl? "Sorry, little ... cough ... my name is Wang Zheng, whats yours?" Suddenly, Wang Zheng realised that the girl was about his age and was not someone he should call "little girl." While crying, the girl said, "I dont know. I cant remember anything." Wang Zheng felt a little dizzy. Not only did he not find a job, he actually found a burden. Wang Zheng brought "Xiao Shi" back home. Xiao Shi was the nickname Wang Zheng gave her, a homonym for amnesia. Fortunately, there was some food left at home. Wang Zheng rummaged through and after almost overturning his entire house, he finally found 80 more dors. He now had 180 dors. The day was not too bad. Xiao Shi became peaceful upon reaching Wang Zhengs house. She was clearly not as frightened as she was before. "Xiao Shi, go wash up. Ill prepare a little something to eat." He had to say, this little girl had an odour that would even disappoint the hippies. After a day of struggle, the sky had turned dark. Wang Zheng was famished right now. Instant noodles and c made for a pretty good meal. The sound of running water in the bathroom stopped and then Xiao Shi emerged from it, casually wearing Wang Zhengs t-shirt. "Sorry, I could only find this." "Wear anything. Tomorrow Ill bring you ... ..." Forgiveness was Student Wangs strength, but he lost his concentration for a brief moment. Incredible. It seemed like a change of luck to randomly pick up a little fairy. She had long,vender, gently-curled hair, yet he was not sure how it was done. It looked rather natural. Her skin was like white jade, smooth and shiny. Frankly, Wang Zheng had never seen a girl this pretty. Most importantly, this girl had a pair of star-like eyes, clear as crystal. Ye Zisu was a sweet potatopared to her and her aura. Her body just exuded a sense of freshness. "Incredible, Xiao Shi is so pretty. She could probably fetch a good price!" Wang Zheng tugged at his finger. Xiao Shi was shocked. "Brother Zheng, dont sell me! I have strength! I can do a lot of work." "I am just kidding." Wang Zheng found himself feeling mean, bullying a girl with amnesia. At this time, Wang Zheng noticed that Xiao Shi was only wearing his shirt, which barely covered her buttocks. Those slender and straight legs were truly a work of art. From top to bottom, every part of her was perfect. This type of person simply shouldnt exist. F**k, this girl suddenly didnt seem so small anymore. "Do I look weird like this?" Xiao Shi tugged downwards at the t-shirt. This action had an even stronger effect on Wang Zhengs impulses. "Cough, cough. Xiao Shi, tomorrow Ill bring you to the Skylink Public Service System to find out who you are and then send you home. Just stay here for tonight." Wang Zheng focused his attention on his noodles. D**n it, those two years of training his determination were gone in a moment. "Thanks, Brother." Xiao Shis voice was also beautiful and gentle, as if it could pass straight through the heart. Wang Zheng finished his noodles swiftly and cleanly and burped without a care for his image. Life was to eat, drink, and sleep. It was enjoyable. Wang Zheng was someone who faced his difficulties with a calm mindset. "Ill sleep on the sofa, you sleep inside." Wang Zheng tossed his shoes aside and stretched his legs outfortably. Sleeping was a very blissful activity to him. While he was in the Rubiks Cube, even sleeping was a nightmare. A simple life now felt like heaven inparison. About three secondster, Xiao Shi heard Wang Zhengs snores. Whoa ... Wang Zhengs room was not messy at all, but only because there werent many things. Lying in bed, Xiao Shi suddenly saw a glimmer of hope. The snores outside were really carefree. Xiao Shi could not help but smile a little. Such a fool really existed. Although this sleep was on an ufortable bed, Xiao Shi was in good spirits. When morning broke, Wang Zheng went out for morning exercises. Bonehead once said that in order to be a super fighter, one has to train the internal and external. Gongfa was internal strength, muscles and endurance were external strength. Both aspects had to work in harmony to achieve an optimal effect, so physical fitness needed to be maintained. Yesterdays sleep was very satisfying, and the house now felt more homely with the sudden addition of a girl. Not long after bringing the breakfast in, the doorbell started ringing frantically. "Boss, open the door!" Opening the door, Yan Xiaosu lookedpletely fine. "Not bad, still in one piece. Your dad let you off so easily?" Wang Zheng ridiculed. "Shit, my buttocks are already flowering. But with Tall-Rich-Handsomes gift of the gab, I managed to survive the storm!" "Oh, what reason did you give this time?" Wang Zheng was rather curious. Yan Xiaosu was quite good at persuasion. "It was for the birthday of the goddess, of course! I said that we cant forget the Yan familys standing. We are, after all, of some standing." Yan Xiaosu held his belly andughed. "Boss is the best. Attending the birthday of a daughter of a politician was his weakness! Ive done ample preparation this time. Obtaining Ye Zisu will set me for life. Isnt it about time you found a target? Machines cant be wives, and were about to graduate. Youre still a virgin, too. Thats embarrassing!" "Brother Zheng, is there a guest?" A crisp voice arose. Wang Zheng had totally forgotten. At this moment, Yan Xiaosu was stunned, drooling uncontrobly as he gazed at Xiao Shi. Student Yan held Wang Zhengs hands passionately. "Brother, please introduce this beauty in front of my eyes to your beloved little brother. She is ... ?" Chapter 8: Soaring Heavenly Steed Chapter 8: Soaring Heavenly Steed Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng, feeling grossed out, shook Yan Xiaosu off. "Get away. This is Xiao Shi ..." Xiao Shi came over and gently grabbed Wang Zhengs arm. "Hello, I am Brother Zhengs distant cousin, Wang Shishi. Its my first time here on Earth. Please guide me." Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu both stared at the fairy-like girl with mouths agape. Wang Zheng was angry. This girl wants to cling on to me? "No way, you two dont look rted at all. If Boss had ten percent of your genes, he would be the schools hottie!" Yan Xiaosu unceremoniously hammered on Wang Zhengs self-esteem. "Little Student Su, are you looking for trouble?!" After ravaging Yan Xiaosu, the three of them had breakfast together. "Xiao Shi, apart from the goddess of my dreams, you are the most beautiful girl... hmm, actually, you are even more beautiful than the goddess of my dreams!" "Oh, is she very pretty?" Xiao Shi asked curiously. Pretty girls always seemed to be really interested in other girls who were pretty. "Student Yan, I am having breakfast. This conversation is causing me indigestion." Wang Zheng was really not interested in talking about Ye Zisu. "Ah, whats the matter?" Xiao Shi asked curiously. "Long story, but in essence, I asked boss to help me pass a love letter. In the end ..." Inplete disregard of Student Wangs serious demands for him to stop, Wang Zhengs embarrassing story was spilled by Yan Xiaosu. In spite of Xiao Shis high threshold of humor, sheughed uncontrobly. Such an idiot still existed in this world? But when she thought about the act, it was hard to believe that he actually really did it. "Tell me, where can you find someone more loyal than Boss?!" Yan Xiaosu narrated. "Brother Zheng, why did you jump into the water?" Xiao Shis cute appearance was like that of a curious baby. "Impulse is the devil!" Wang Zheng held back a bit, but could only shrug helplessly. He found it unbearable to recall that moment. Having heard Wang Zhengs actual recount of the events, Xiao Shiughed freely. "Brother Zheng, you are really too cute." Wang Zheng scratched his nose. Did this count as praise? After breakfast, Yan Xiaosu kept wanting to show how Wang Zheng were good friends. Xiao Shi also really wanted to go y too. Originally, Wang Zheng had nned to send Xiao Shi to check her identity at the public service system, but after seeing her happy expression, he decided to put that aside for now. Truthfully, Xiao Shisughter was heartwarming, and Wang Zheng really felt as if he had a younger sister now. They went to the Asian Museum of Human History, where it recorded mankinds Bronze Age, Silver Age, and even now, the Interster Golden Age. This aspect was out of Yan Xiaosus scope, so Wang Zheng was responsible for exining. "This is mankinds earliest seismograph, a thing from ten thousand years ago. Now our ultra-vibration star detector principle bears seventy percent simrity to it," Wang Zheng said. Having been a helper for old merchant at the library for so many years, he had certainly read many books. "Oh, that is one of Count Jacques Rogges masterpieces. Brother Zheng, do you know about it?" Xiaoshi asked. "Oh, I do not know if this is a coincidence, butpared to this seismograph, it has the addition of the sub-space wave theory. Actually, it is a very simplebination, but the person who discovered it was certainly a great person." Unconsciously, Wang Zheng had picked up the old merchants habits of speaking, but of course, thest line was his own addition. Old merchant was rather disdainful; hardly anyone was ever worthy of respect in his eyes. A trace of surprise shed in Xiao Shis eyes. This was only the beginning of the twos conversation involving any aspects of knowledge from astronomy to geography. Wang Zheng also realized that apart from Xiao Shi forgetting her identity, the rest of her memory was not damaged and that she was well educated. Curved Flights memorial hall was enormous. This was the key to mankinds entry to the Golden Age. Lauren Lee was a citizen of the An Empire. One had to admit that this Empire produced countless scientists and had an important position in the history of mankinds development. "Presently, our fastest speed is that of your An Empires four times curved flight. But in the future, the mainstream mode of travel should be curved warp flight, which will greatly increase the speed." Wang Zhengughed. Yan Xiaosu was almost asleep. Student Yan was serious just a moment ago, but as the topic became deep and boring, he could not take it anymore. Anyway, no one was watching, so he sat on the shoulders of the great man, leaned against the great mans head, and rested for a while. Needless to say, he looked pretty stylish. And Xiao Shi was surprised, because the theory of curved warp flight was not published yet! This was a high-level secret of the Milky Way, and all countries were closely studying it. She inadvertently heard her mentor mention it. Wang Zheng surprisingly knew about it and even seemed to have considerable understanding of it. How was this possible!? "Brother Zheng, you must be Ares Military Colleges most gifted student!" Student Wangs face turned red. "Cough cough. I have not been admitted. I am still a few days away from graduating from middle school." "You can definitely do it. Compared to you, I feel too unknowledgeable." Wang Zhengughed. "Im just speaking casually with assurance, thats all." "Brother Zheng, do you have a girlfriend? You must be very popr in school!" Xiao Shi revealed an expression of admiration. Yan Xiaosu immediately woke up. "Sister Xiao Shi, I swear to god, Boss is a virgin!" "Yan Xiaosu, if you continue to spout nonsense, I will twist you like a fried dough twist!" Even though Wang Zheng was thick-skinned, he could not stand Yan Xiaosus flirting. Xiao Shi wasughing so hard that her face had turned red. "Cough cough. Weve walked for so long. Lets find a ce to rest." Seeing that Wang Zheng was offended, Yan Xiaosu immediately changed the topic. "Dont tell me youre thinking of going to y CT again." "Haha, Sister Xiao Shi, I am an expert. Ill be reaching bronze tier soon!" Yan Xiaosu started showing off at the mention of this topic. "Really, I havent yed it before. Is it fun?" Xiao Shi seemed really interested in everything. "Fun? No, it is extremely fun. This is the Milky Ways most popr game. Its not a game, it is life. Battle, passion, hot-bloodedness of men, the charm of women, all blooming in the sparks of mecha!" Yan Xiaosu gestured dramatically with his hands, as if standing on a podium with tens of thousands of observers. Just like that, the three boarded the citys high speed train system to Brothers Net Caf. "Boss, my cubicle!" Yan Xiaosu shouted, the moment he entered. The boss immediately greeted him with smiles. This person was a VIP. "No problem. How many?" "Three. This is my brother and my brothers younger sister. Next time, just put them on my tab!" Yan Xiaosu said as he patted his chest. "No problem. This way please ... What do you want to drink? We have Neb Water, different drinks, all kinds of drinks, and theyre all free today." The boss seemed to be surprised by Xiao Shis sweetness too, suddenly bing generous despite having been stingy all along. "Three bottles of Coca C!" This was Yan Xiaosus favourite. Why? Only because Coca C was very domineering, had a long history, and great tone. As long as mankind was not extinct, as long as mankind needs water, there will be Coca C. It was most befitting for Tall-Handsome-Rich. Upon entering CT, Yan Xiaosupletely entered an excited mood, which roused his friends. "I almost fainted. I forgot that you both were novices. Familiarize yourselves for a bit, Ill go battle first." Wang Zheng opened his own ount. Skeleton already had 10 points, a winning streak. And the ID Xiao Shi input was "Ans Little Freedom". Yan Xiaosu shook his head. How uncreative. Then he admired his own ID, Tall-Rich-Handsome. It was powerful and domineering. "Its best for novices to y one versus one to familiarize themselves with the mechs performance types and information. Knowing yourself and your opponent guarantees victory. Ill leave first ... you two just do what you want in privacy. There are no cameras here." Yan Xiaosuughed. What cousin? He and Wang Zheng grew up together and he had never heard of any rtives. Boss was just slow and needed the help of a love guru like him! Xiao Shi was surprised. "Are we considered private yers?" "Ignore him. Thatd is just going through puberty recently." Xiao Shi actually seemed like she was no stranger to the game, but she still appeared eager. They both smiled at each other and started their CT careers excitedly. Skeleton! He also really wanted to know how far he could take his knowledge gained from the Rubiks Cube. Bright lights. One versus one mode. ID: Skeleton, Wargod No. 1 System matching ... Matchmaking was based on winrate, level, and total number of victories. At this moment, in a luxurious room, three youths were also waiting for a match. They were in a 500 square meter private gameroom, truly worthy of luxury. Even the toilet was bigger than Wang Zhengs nest. "Captain, you must definitely let us see your Soaring Heavenly Steeds Quintuple Sessive Chops!" "Is it difficult for the Demon Wolf Type V to execute the Quintuple Sessive Chops?" The two youths standing behind Ma Xiao were full of anticipation. Ma Xiao was one of Asias diamond-tier experts. The two behind him were new members of the Dragon God Corps. As the captain, exhibiting his skills with a different username was also to establish respect. "Demon Wolf Type Vs movements arent bad. Its weaknesses can only be exploited by high level mecha. In this sort of arena, it is invincible." Ma Xiao said inly. As an expert, sometimes he would y around under a different username because his main username was too well known. Ma Xiaos other username: Dragon God 007. It had three battles, and they were all wins. System matching: Skeleton VS Dragon God 007 "Oh, it turns out to be a rookie. This is really akin to ughtering a chicken with a butchers chopper." "To die under the Dragon God is already a blessing for him." The two youths behind him were excited. They could see from captains first-person view, a rare opportunity. Both of them were Gold One rank and were important reserves of the team. They were also Ares College freshmen. "F**k, are you kidding me? Its a Brittleskin. Hell be dead in one move." Ma Xiao was slightly speechless. While opponents at this level were as easy to win against asputers, there was some intelligence. But his opponent actually chose Brittleskin. One slice and it would be over. Bright lights shone on the tform as two mecha slowly emerged. Ma Xiao did not want to waste any time. The moment the battle began, the Demon Wolf Type V pulled back on the throttle slightly. By pausing briefly, it would increase the mechs instantaneous burst power, especially for beast type mechs. The operation of the mech flowed naturally and the mech lunged towards the opponent. Almost instantly the mech was right in front of the Wargod No. 1. "Watch closely! It is time for the Soaring Heavenly Steeds Quintuple Sessive Chops!" Chapter 9: Destroying Noobs Chapter 9: Destroying Noobs Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Although a Brittleskin could not allow him to showcase his full strength, it would still suffice as a warmup. The Demon Wolf Type V rushed forward. Generally, to defend against the cruel and vicious assault of the Demon Wolf, one would rely on their energy shields to block the assault and then counter attack. However, the Brittleskin did not have any energy shields; it could only block or dodge. Could the Wargod No. 1 even dodge the assault of a Demon Wolf Type V? The Wargod No. 1 took half a step backwards, just barely enough to dodge the attack effortlessly. Ma Xiao gave a wry smile and continued his assault. Once the Soaring Heavenly Steed Quintuple Sessive Chops began, it was unending and relentless. Retreating would only lead one deeper into the abyss. The first attack could have been real or a fake; however, what followed right after was a killing move. There was no space to escape. However, the Wargod No. 1 suddenly spun away! The Demon Wolf continued to attack violently andunched a jump attack after the Wargod No. 1. However, the Wargod No. 1 was like a ghost and barely dodged the jump attack. Each attack was dodged just barely. Yet at this moment, Ma Xiaos Heavenly Soaring Steeds final attack arrived. With his experienced moves, the multiple attacks had forced the enemy into a fatal position. The Demon Wolfs mouth opened and aser cannon fired! It was fired almost point nk and there was nowhere to escape! Bang... It was a perfect killing move! However, the Wargod No. 1 was once again moving like a ghost. It horizontally shifted without pause as though it had practiced this move countless times. The moment the Demon Wolf opened its mouth, the Wargod No. 1 had already moved. The killing move hit empty air! The warning system activated indicating a threat appearing on the left side. The Wargod No. 1 was rushing towards him. As a diamond yer, he did not attempt to dodge as there was not enough time, so he activated his energy shield. The Wargod No. 1 rushed over andunched a lunging attack! Bang... After being struck, the energy shield crackled and Ma Xiao retreated. However, the Wargod No. 1 continued to attack! The swift and vicious assault was akin to that of an artillery attack. For a humanoid mech to execute such moves, just how much burst strength was necessary? The Demon Wolf Type V did not dodgepletely; it suffered from some damage by the vicious attacks. The Wargod No. 1 immediately followed up with a sweeping attack. The Demon Wolf had a mechanical tail that was iparably fast, while the Wargod No. 1 only used its legs, which would definitely be slightly slower, but Ma Xiao felt that something was wrong. Bang... Direct hit! At this moment, the Wargod No. 1 jumped up into the air, and its titanium knife was lunging at the Demon Wolfs chest. Sparks flew and Ma Xiao retaliated quickly. However, the Demon Wolf had already lost its bnce and was sent hurtling by the Wargod No. 1. At this point, the mech suddenly shed past. Oh my god! The Wargod No. 1 had grabbed on to the Demon Wolfs leg and its titanium knife was already stabbing towards the Demon Wolfs head. Bang... The energy shield crumbled as the the titanium knife sliced into the Demon Wolf Type Vs head. There was an explosion of fireworks. Boooooom... The Demon Wolf copsed. Skeleton WIN. Two sessive victories! In the well-decorated training room, there wasplete silence. Every waspletely stunned. How could this be? It was a humanoid version of the Soaring Heavenly Steeds Quintuple Sessive Chops??? The one he had killed with it was even the creator of the move, Ma Xiao!!! He even used the Wargod No. 1!!! Was this just a hallucination? Ma Xiao did not move at all. He was reying the series of moves in his mind. Did he make a mistake? He didnt make a mistake; this must have just been an expert pretending to be a newbie. The opponent possessed diamond-level moves and this was even done quite shamelessly! "Who are you? Carlos? Is this your smurf[2]?" Ma Xiao asked. Carlos was his main rival. Furthermore, he enjoyed using the Wargod No. 1. Wang Zheng did not reply. The opponent was kind of bad. The moment the battle started, he attacked, This would only be a good move if there was arge disparity in skill levels between the two. As Ma Xiao was fighting an unknown opponent, and doing this to an unknown opponent showed terrible judgement, so he could only be awarded one out of five points. If Bonehead was here, Ma Xiao would definitely receive a 10,000 volt shock. Ma Xiao was angry now. The opponentpletely ignored him and immediately went to look for another opponent in matchmaking. He himself immediately started matchmaking as well. However, as his luck was not so good, he did not get matched against Skeleton again. At this point in time, in CTs Asia Region official forums newbie area, there were two new popr videos posted. The title was "Guess whose smurf this is!" Skeleton had two sessive victories using only the Wargod No. 1. The number of hits was already in the tens of thousands. There were even several thousand replies to the videos. Although this could not bepared to some of the famous yers, this was already considered to be very popr in the beginner arena. "F**k. He flipped the Beast mech without even using any equipment. This bastard should be Europe Regions number one Beast yers, Malus, smurf!" "This was probably an ident. Theres still a small chance this could happen. The Beast mech was rushing too ferociously. What kind of supreme expert would have so much free time to do this?" "The moderators are too bored. Why would they sticky such a topic. This is just an ordinary bronze ranked promotion match." However, after the second video appeared, the atmosphere changed. "This is Carloss smurf!" "Why dont you guess who Dragon God 007 is? It should be Dragon God Ma Xiao, right?" Even if one had not tasted pork or seen a pig walk, there were very few people who could execute the Heavenly Soaring Steeds Quintuple Sessive Chops. The Demon Wolf Type Vs moves were just too amazing. On the contrary, the Wargod No. 1 was still able to dodge the moves. He moved just like a ghost and even executed the move Soaring Heavenly Steeds Quintuple Sessive Chops with a humanoid mech. Even if the previous match was an ident, this match was bound to be a hot topic! "This is the textbook example of a dodge. This is definitely an example of the person learning the exact moves of the Soaring Heavenly Steed and was practicing how to dodge it!" A few veterans couldnt help but throw in their own opinions too. When the video was yed in slow motion, the Wargod No. 1s dodges were all by a slim margin. His ability to predict the opponents moves was amazing. Even if the Dragon Gods moves were extremely perfect, they were clearly not perfect enough. There were only perfect tactics. Aina had also won a battle. She was used to piloting actual mecha, so such toys did not arouse her interest. However, she was very curious as to how Wang Zheng performed. How good was his piloting ability? Wang Zhengs third opponent appeared. ID: Chaos Gunner. Hunter Type 3, 130 victories, a win rate of 53%. Bronze rank 5. Wang Zhengs two sessive victories were not that rare. However, as his win rate was too high, the matchmaking system would match him with increasingly stronger enemies. But someone with just two battles could only be matched up against a bronze 5 ranked opponent. Although the individual was a low ranked bronze opponent, he was still good enough to decimate most newbies. The moment one bes ranked, they are generally significantly better than the average yer. Skeleton vs Chaos Gunner. This would normally not be a battle that would elicit any attention. However, as the official forums had focused a lot of attention onto Skeleton, there were numerous yers who were interested in this fight. This normal battle would actually have several hundred yers willing to pay to watch. Chaos Gunner was also very curious. Were there such good things that happened in this world? In this sort ofpetition, CT would take the majority of the earnings, but depending on how exciting the battle was, they would give a reward for both the winner and the loser. Of course, the winner would receive a bit more. Who was the opponent? Two battles with two victories... This was clearly someone elses smurf. Chaos Gunner was extremely happy. How could such good things happen? He opened up a search engine and quickly foundments on his opponent. This Skeleton was an expert in closebat and his skills were not bad. However, meeting him was Skeletons bad luck. Even if Skeleton was a smurf or an extremely lucky newbie, he would still be destroyed. Wargod No. 1 VS Hunter Type 3. Battleground: Jungle The jungle was perfect for sniper style and ambush type mecha. In a situation where one did not even have an energy shield, one hit would cause death. Xiao Shi looked at thepletely calm Wang Zheng. It looked like he had a lot of faith in his gunnery skills. At this point, Wang Zhengs selection made Xiao Shi speechless. Wargod No. 1 picked the titanium knife... and not theser rifle??? This... Even without knowing about Xiao Shis reaction, Chaos Gunner smiled. There were truly individuals that were overly arrogant in this world. The Wargod No. 1 was already severely disadvantaged with the terrain, and he even picked that broken knife. Did Skeleton actually think that he would be able to fight him at close range? Half of the 300 viewers began to regret their choice. Being impulsive was truly dumb. A normal match would already require one to pay 10 dors. Even though the payment wasnt important, this was just too worthless. The audience felt quite depressed. However, there was no indication that a refund was possible. They had been tricked by the official forums. For the purpose of entertainment, the official forums would pick certain interesting yers to be promoted, and there would eventually be some people who would be tricked. "Would it kill this Skeleton to at least not be so pretentious? Why would he still pick the Wargod No. 1?" "F**k. He didnt even bring theser rifle. Does he think his opponent is an idiot?" "Cheated! Ive been cheated by a fraud again!" "Were thest two battles staged?" "Who knows? F**k, that Gunner is an expert. Hes already in position!" Once the battle started, Chaos Gunner immediately rushed to find an ambush position. After watching thest two videos, he was very clear that he could not allow the opponent to get close to him. This was a jungle simr to one found on Norton Star. There wererge and strange nts that had small gaps in between them. When one was hidden, it also provided a good field of vision for the sniper. Chaos Gunner did not choose a vantage point that was extremely high. In fact, he chose a position close to the ground. It was highly unlikely that the opponent was an idiot; it was probably an expert who was a smurf. Thus, the opponent would likely ce his focus on the high vantage points. Chaos Gunner found a depression and immediately camouged himself while waiting for the opponent to appear. After seeing this sight, everyone started to sigh. However, what made them even more shocked was that the Wargod No. 1 was clearly walking freely without any concerns in the world. "Is there something wrong? He is facing the Hunter and still walking in a straight line. Does he have any brains?" "He is just walking to his death!" Xiao Shi did not know the opponents position, but she felt very worried. The opponent would definitely be lying in ambush. How could Wang Zheng be walking so calmly? Xiao Shi subconsciously looked at Wang Zhengs expression and was stunned. A smile hung on his face. It looked like he was truly enjoying himself. What kind of situation was this? Wang Zheng was truly enjoying himself. Even though this was still a virtual experience, he had still managed to live half his dream. Although he seemed very carefree, Wang Zhengs entire body was poised and ready to strike. Danger was also a sort of experience! The mech calmly walked forward. He gradually approached the depression where Chaos Gunner was currently hiding. Chaos Gunner did not move at all. He quietly waited for his opponent to approach. Hurry up... hurry up... just a bit closer! Everyones heart was beating faster and faster. There were only five meters left. This was where the crescendo of the battle reached a peak! At this point, the Wargod No. 1 suddenly stopped and began to wander around. Then, as though he had found something, he rushed off somewhere! D**n it! What was happening! Chaos Gunner felt a bit depressed. However, his mood quickly improved as the Wargod No. 1 had appeared again. Furthermore, he had even entered his firing sights. ... the screen was constantly shing. F**k. This bastard was moving pretty fast, so it was not easy to track his position. Every few seconds he would be flitting between the trees. The principle of a sniper was "one shot one kill." This was especially important for someone lying in ambush. The Wargod No. 1 could not staypletely hidden. However, every step he took made it impossible for Chaos Gunner to lock onto him, and he did not dare to attack wildly. Noob: This is a gaming term for a bad yer. [2] Term in online gaming used to describe experts creating fresh ounts in order to y games with newbies using superior skills to stomp the newbies. Chapter 10: Noble Little Sister Chapter 10: Noble Little Sister Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The yers were also very curious about why Chaos Gunner did not fire. Was he stupid? An excellent sniper required patience. However, the rms suddenly sounded. Not good! The Wargod No. 1 was currently increasing his speed and rushing at him. He had been discovered!!! He wasnt looking for a good opportunity to act! Wang Zheng was currently piloting his Wargod No. 1 and rushing towards the Hunter Type 3 at high speed. Chaos Gunner no longer cared if he was revealed. The opponent was not quick enough to get to him! Light shed in every direction as theser cannon sted. Aser shot flew towards the Wargod No. 1. Just a few moments after theser was fired, the Wargod No. 1 suddenly leaned at a 45 degree angle. The beam whizzed past his body. The energy from the beam was so strong that it almost stripped the outer coating of the Wargod No. 1. After that slight exchange, the Wargod No. 1 continued to rush forward. As he had not moved significantly when dodging, his speed was almost unaffected. "Calm down!" Chaos Gunner kept on telling himself. Such a situation was not often seen in battles. Only when one was calm would the sniper be able to survive till the end. The sniper cannon had once again locked on to the target! The second st fired! Wargod No. 1 then jumped into the air! D**n it, he chose to jump at this point in time??? The secondser st hit empty air. The distance between them was getting smaller and smaller. Chaos Gunner was charging up for a third shot. Thisst shot would determine who would live and who would die. The Wargod No. 1 immediately rushed at him again afternding on the ground. At this point, there were no obstacles left between the two of them. However, the distance between the two was just toorge, and the third shot had already finished charging. "Go to hell!" Chaos Gunner roared as he released the third st. Although he was feeling extremely excited, his hands were iparably firm. This was the result of a hundred battles umted experience. The Wargod No. 1 shouldve had no opportunity to dodge, but as theser st approached him, the Wargod No. 1 moved in a beautiful arc. Everyone in the audience was shocked silly. F**k! Ten dors actually allowed them to watch the Arched Slide Step! The Wargod No. 1 bizarrely executed a 30 degrees arc, and after theser st passed by his previous position, he had returned back to his original path! This was a super skill employed by assassin type mecha when ced in an unfavorable situation against sniper type mecha! The execution of the move caused the Wargod No. 1s frame to creak under the pressure. Chaos Gunner was stunned as he stood there motionless. F**k! Was this not the beginners arena? Why was someone bullying people here! Arched Slide Step! As the Wargod No. 1 whizzed past, the Hunter Type 3s head flew off. Mech destroyed! Skeleton WIN! Somewhere on earth, a 20-something-year-old youth was angrily hammering on the machine. "Which bastard would so tantly bully people!? Just whose smurf is this?!" The audience was currently silent. A brief momentter, it erupted into raucous cheers. Ten dors to watch a textbook example of a disadvantaged yer beating a sniper. This was definitely money well spent! Xiao Shi was sitting next to Wang Zheng, so she clearly saw everything going on inside the cockpit. Wang Zheng was smiling from start till the end. He had an indescribable sense of self confidence and rxedness. It was as though battle was a sort of refinement for him. The Arched Slide Step was one of the moves that were harder to execute. Those who did not possess the appropriate physical requirements could never execute it, even if it was in CT! Even then, his judgment during periods of danger was something that only a soldier with ample experience could have! Wang Zheng removed the tactile controller as he walked out of the cockpit. Looking at Xiao Shi, who was standing outside, he asked, "Did you feel like this was very meaningless?" Before Xiao Shi could reply, a shout echoed out from the room beside them. "These bastards brought me down with them again! All of my points are gone!" Yan Xiaosu walked out with a depressed look on his face. "Im not ying anymore. The kids are out for summer vacation and they will be the death of me!" Aina smiled as she said, "Brother Zheng is an expert. Why dont you let him carry you?" "Gosh, its only Boss second time ying today. Even if he was a genius, he would still need to practice more." Following which, Yan Xiaosu continued, "Boss, Im not saying youre incapable. You need to understand the mecha and the environments, the different strategies and tactics. If you dont y at least several hundred rounds, it will not be enough. All those diamond ranked yers have already umted over thousands, no, tens of thousands of battles!" Those who possessedprehensive knowledge, excellent battle knowledge, and were extremely hardworking and diligent, even such students were rejected from Ares College. Just how many individuals could reach such a rank? "This is really quite interesting. There are even numerous experts," Wang Zheng said as he nodded his head. Training was static, but battles had tens of thousands of variations, so battle would significantly improve ones understanding. "Lets go shopping. Its what girls really like," Yan Xiaosu said. The average girl would definitely like to shop. Xiao Shi was quite nonchnt. Although Wang Zheng wanted to send Xiao Shi back home, he felt that he should at least buy her a souvenir. "Xiao Shi, if you see anything you like, I will buy it for you!" Wang Zheng said as he ruffled Xiao Shis hair. Although they had not known each other for long, he already saw her as his younger sister. If he could truly have such a cute younger sister, it would indeed be a great fortune for him. "This is a rare sight! I have been with my Boss for almost half my life and he has never given me a gift." A short and chubby person pretending to act cute was truly adorable. Xiao Shi couldnt contain herughter when she witnessed this. On the road, Xiao Shi managed to get many interesting pieces of information from Yan Xiaosu. Especially the fact that Wang Zheng only had a gic score of 28. Xiao Shis first reaction was that she did not believe it. However, after Wang Zheng admitted it himself, Xiao Shis curiosity was piqued. How could this be possible? Yan Xiaosu had a big mouth and revealed all of Wang Zhengs hidden secrets from the time he walked around without zipping his pants. "Sister Xiao Shi, if you have any sisters that have no boyfriends, why dont you introduce them to me? We are all family, and fertiliser does not flow into outsiders fields." "I have a cousin, but you already have a female goddess. Its a pity." "Ah. For a tree, I am willing to forego the entire forest! I am truly faithful!" Yan Xiaosu continued to praise himself. "Boss, I am going to settle some personal things. Why dont you walk around first. I will contact you through Skylinkter." After saying so, he pressed a card into Wang Zhengs hands, winked, and his fat ass disappeared in a puff of smoke. Wang Zheng smiled deep down. They were truly brothers for life. At this point, he would not be polite anymore. "Your friend is very passionate." "He is my best brother." "Brother Zheng, will you remember me in future?" Xiao Shi suddenly asked as she sighed. She knew that the time she had with him was almost up. Even if Wang Zheng did not bring it up, she would have left herself. "Definitely. You are one of the only guiding lights in my darkness. You even caused me to lose my family fortune." Wang Zhengughed. Xiao Shi could not help butugh. Material goods were unimportant to her. However, she knew that Wang Zhengs situation was not the same as hers. She couldnt help but feel extremely thankful, and she regretted her impulsiveness from the day she met Wang Zheng. At this point, Wang Zhengs face changed. He dived at Xiao Shi and a hole appeared on the ground. "Sniper!" Xiao Shi couldnt help but exim. She had received anti-assassination training. Wang Zheng used his body to block for Xiao Shi before dragging her into a crowd. A few momentster, three more shots were heard. One of the bullets grazed past Wang Zhengs arm and blood sshed out. However, Wang Zheng grabbed Xiao Shi even tighter and hid behind an advertising board. Grannys leg, there were people really gunning for Xiao Shi. "There are assassins after me. You should leave!" At this point, Xiao Shi wanted to push Wang Zheng away. "You are my sister. If they want to touch you, they need my permission," Wang Zheng dryly said. "These are professional killers. You dont know..." Xiao Shi said anxiously. How could a student handle them? At this point, Wang Zheng grabbed Xiao Shi and rushed away. The advertising board had already been shot to pieces and the entire road was in chaos. In the middle of the chaotic crowd, a panicked man suddenly rushed at Xiao Shi with a dagger shimmering coldly in his hand. The opponents movements were extremely ruthless and practiced. Without any wasted movements, he had approached Xiao Shi in just a few moments, preparing to sh her neck. Xiao Shis eyes opened wide. Her eyes were staring at the dagger that was rushing towards her. The assassins pupils contracted and his mouth turned into a wide smile. At this point, a hand grabbed the knife. The assassin was stunned and he tried to flick the hand aside. Using a bare hand to grab a knife, did this person actually think he was made of diamond? The pain he felt from his palm didnt even make Wang Zheng flinch. He knew that if he even paused for a moment, the oue would definitely change. Leaning Landslide! Bang! The assassins body flew almost 20 meters away as though he had been hit by a cannon. At this point, another gunshot could be heard. Wang Zheng twisted his body to the side and the bullet brushed past his chest. Then he immediately grabbed Xiao shi, rushed into a nearby shopping centre, and hid in the corner of a shop. His one hand was holding Xiao Shi while the other hand was grabbing... a piece of pink lingerie! F**k! This was a female lingerie store! Xiao Shi quietly leaned on Wang Zheng. She originally thought that she would be killed. However, she had already calmed down. Her empires royal bodyguards would definitely have reacted, and if they hadnt, they wouldnt deserve to be the royal bodyguards. Outside, police sirens could be heard. The entire area had been cordoned off by the police. There were even special forces around. There was also a group of people in special uniforms who had rushed into the crowd. Their response was extremely quick. Hearing the police sirens and announcements, it could be seen that the situation was under control. "Xiao Shi, make sure you dont get lost next time." Wang Zheng gave her a smile. The feeling of danger had already disappeared. Before Xiao Shi could reply, the shop door was broken apart and the special forces arrived. The two of them were escorted out in a tight formation. An elegantdy bringing a squad of royal bodyguards immediately rushed over to receive Xiao Shi. From start to end, the special forces did not give the two any time to talk. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders and tore a piece of his shirt to bandage his hand. Yan Xiaosu grabbed Wang Zheng. The crowd was still chaotic, but as he was worried about Wang Zheng, he had been hiding at the side. "Bbboo... Boss, what happened? F**k. Why are you injured?" "Im fine. Its nothing." "Xiao Shi? "Her family members havee to take her away." "Looks like that girl wasnt an ordinary person. Her entire body carried the aura of a rich individual. She should be even richer than my family! Its a pity; we should have gotten a reward!" "Go away! Shes my sister. Its rare for me to have an opportunity to be a man." "Haha, Boss. You are truly someone I look up to!" Yan Xiaosu energetically shook Student Wangs injured hand, further injuring it. When one only talks about money, their feelings will be hurt. However, when one only talks about feelings, their money will be hurt. This was the saying of Xiaosus household. It looked as though Xiao Shis family background was not bad. When she was lost, so many people were mobilized to find her. It was a pity that having too much money wasnt a good thing; even assassins were sent after her. Chapter 11: You are truly not worthy of him! Chapter 11: You are truly not worthy of him! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Xiao Shi was like the windshe came and went in a hurry. But this did not change Wang Zhengs life. He continued his routine of training and waited for his graduation certificate. He even found a part-time job at the Shangri-La Hotel. Working part-time while pursuing studies was the golden trademark of Dawn Middle School students, not to mention work of no technical content. Xiao Shi did not contact him again. Well, they also had no means of contact. Besides, after such an incident, her family probably would not let her go out again. Wang Zhengs life was still very fulfilling. That incident brought out an amazing effect. His premonition in crisis was rather urate; Bonehead also often said that he was simply born a warrior. His hand also recovered rather quickly. Having gone through Boneheads transformation, his body was definitely stronger than the average persons. If an ordinary person went through such training, they may have nightmares about it, but Wang Zheng even felt it in his bones. He was truly full of passion for battle, longing for the battlefield! He opened his music yer. It was currently ying the Milky Way Charts #1 song, NOTAFRAID. It was about strength, courage, and the passion of battle, Wang Zhengs favourite song. While Wang Zheng was busy exercising, Yan Xiaosu was not idle either. In preparation for his goddess birthday party on the weekend, Yan Xiaosu was chaotically busy. He prepared the clothes he was going to wear, bought a present, and consulted a stylist for a look. In Student Sus words, he wanted to glitter before his goddess. Regarding this, Wang Zheng reserved his opinion. If she liked him, it would not matter what kind of clothes he wore. On the other hand, if she didnt like it ... Of course, it was not good to hurt others feelings, so Wang Zheng kept his thoughts to himself.. The weekend finally arrived amidst Student Yan Xiaosus anticipation. He did not even y CT in these past few days, which was a rare sight. Early in the morning, he drove his fathers new Milky Way Arrow Hover Car to find Wang Zheng. Yan Xiaosu had rattled on about his n the entire day. It was evident that he was rather nervous. At five in the afternoon, both of them arrived at the Shangri-La Hotel. Wang Zheng was a little surprised, but he also found it reasonable. This was the most luxurious hotel in Asia. It was said that there was a big shot staying here, and they had booked all the levels above 50. The birthday parties that were booked during their stay were all cancelled. Even the people who made prior reservations did not seem to mind this disruption. This was giving the Ye family a lot of face. Yan Xiaosu specially wore insoles heels, allowing him to reach 1.7 meters in height. "Boss, is my tie crooked?" "Its very on point. Go!" Yan Xiaosu hugged 99 blossoms of Milky Way Demon flowers and stepped onto the red carpet. When they entered the banquet hall, it was already very lively. One could only spot Yue Jing and only Yue Jing could be seen in a nce. Yue Jing was wearing a white evening dress and a chic and elegant coral ne on her white and slender neck. This night was hers; she was the princess here. Ye Zisu, on the other hand, wore a sky blue evening gown. Although it was Yue Jings show, she had her own way of attracting attention. By Yue Jings side was an imposing middle-aged man, the honourable Yue Long, one of the Asia Regions true powerhouses. This banquet was not only attended by young people, friends and family of the Ye family were here too. It was a real big scene. At the banquet, some young people in evening attire were chatting. Whether they were boys or girls, everyone maintained their elegance and arrogance. Since they were qualified enough to attend, these were obviously not your average people. Of course, there were exceptions too, and these were Yue Jings schoolmates. All of them were extremely envious; after all, attending such an event was a once in a lifetime opportunity for them. Only death was equal for all humans. Although they attended the same middle school, everyone knew in their hearts that once they stepped out of it, everything would be different. Ideals were fantastical while reality was harsh. If they could obtain this students friendship, who knows, they might just be able to get Yue Jings help in the future. Today, Yue Jing came to receive praise. When her gaze moved towards the door, Yue Jing smiled brightly and took the initiative to greet and wee her guests as they walked in. This surprised the several young people surrounding her, so they followed her. "Student Yue Jing, I wish you a happy birthday!" The articte Yan Xiaosu actually stumbled, quickly gifting the flowers in his hand. But Yue Jing did not receive the gift. "Incredible. Ny nine blossoms of Milky Way Demon Flowers. This is really expensive!" "Haha, little sister Yue Jing, who is this? He is so old-fashioned. What era is it, still giving these kind of gifts." Yue Jing smiled, gesturing for her followers to take away the flowers. "Let me introduce him to everyone. This is Student Yan Xiaosu. The famous Little Fortune Star sanitary napkins that everyone should know is his familys business." The people surrounding her were surprised for a moment, then they bursted out inughter. "Little Jing, when did your standards drop so low? Even if you were approachable, someone of such low calibre would not even qualify toe!" Yue Jing maintained a peaceful smile. "Schoolmates, if youre here to participate, you are a guest. Beside him is Wang Zheng, an elite of Dawn who is very arrogant. His presence is giving me face. Normally, he would be toozy to bother with me." The more congenial Yue Jing was, the more hurtful the words. Wang Zheng knew she was up to no good, but after all, they were still schoolmates. He did not expect Yue Jing would do this. "Elite of Dawn? If you didnt say so, I would have thought he was just amoner. He is dressed so casually." Wang Zheng shrugged nonchntly. This was him; there was no need to disguise himself. New guests arrived very quickly, and no one bothered with the two anymore. Yan Xiaosu was very disappointed. Even a fool would know that they were here to be used as the butt of jokes. Wang Zheng patted Xiaosu on the back. "Failure is the mother of sess. We are already here anyway. We must eat our fill before we go back!" Yan Xiaosu waved his fist fiercely. "Damn it! I will have my revenge some day. Whats wrong with Little Fortune Star, whats wrong with sanitary napkins? Ladies cant live without them!" Wang Zheng gave him a thumbs up. Dont tell me Student Yan Xiaosus dream was to sell sanitary napkins throughout the entire Milky Way Gxy. The two really did not belong here amongst the so-called high-ss people. Yue Jings schoolmates were busyworking and staying in contact. Facing graduation, more friends meant more paths. Besides, to be able to be acquainted with such people was a pleasure in itself. "Needless to say, even though Ive been working here for a few days, this is my first eating the food here. It is really not bad." Wang Zheng ate freely. There was no need to make things difficult for himself. Yan Xiaosu, being a born optimist, ate happily too. "D**n it, those Milky Way Demon Flowers were really expensive. I will eat however much I can." The liveliness of the party was unimportant to the two. At this moment the lights dimmed. All of the beams of light gathered at center-stage where a three-meter-tall birthday cake appeared. Surrounding it erupted a birthday song, followed by a round of apuse. Even the two of them in the corner were thrown up onto cloud nine. Ye Zisu saw the two fellows in the corner eating without a care. They really didnt understand Yue Jing; her temper was not to be let go of that easily. "Jing Jing, make a wish. Everyone will help you realise it!" the people surrounding said. Yue Long smiled and nodded. "Your uncles are all here today. Say it, we will make ite true." Yue Jing smiled. "Today I want to help someone fulfil their wish. Although he thinks I am superficial, we are school mates after all, right, Wang Zheng?" Hearing her tone, everyone knew that something was about to happen. Everyone knew of her temper; they were just not sure which unfortunate fool was her target now. With Yue Jings point, the lights immediately shone onto the corner. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu immediately became the centre of attention with no ce to hide. " "Student Wang Zheng is an elite of Dawn Middle School. I wish that Ares College will give him an examination opportunity. After all, every Asian graduate should have this opportunity." A young person in white evening clothes stood up with a smile. "Little Jing, eveyone has a fair examination opportunity. As the chairman of Ares Colleges Student Union, I can guarantee it!" "Senior Wu Jin, I do believe you, but Wang Zhengs gene score is only 28." Yue Jing said with a smile, but her eyes were full of pride. Everyone started discussing this at once. Was this person a pig? Wu Jin was also surprised for a moment. The school had its standards. Not to mention 28, anyone with less than 68 would not qualify ... 28, this caliber was unheard of; it wasparable to an animal. Wang Zheng also did not expect that Yue Jing would do this. Truly, one would rather offend a viin than offend a woman. But such a matter had no lethality to him. There was a hint of a casual sneer on Yue Jings mouth. She could not fathom Wang Zhengs calm, self-righteous expression. A poor and useless fellow should have some self-awareness. She did not believe that she could not defeat his humble self-esteem! On the side, Yan Xiaosu suddenly set his cup heavily onto the table. "Student Yue Jing, even if this is so, Wang Zheng also despises you. Actually, dont you think we are ratherpatible? Menstruation[1]and sanitary napkin, a match made in heaven. Together we can give birth to a Little Fortune Star[2]. Yan Xiaosu said very earnestly, to the point where his big eyes teared up. Everyone was surprised for a moment. Yue Jing ... menstruation, sanitary napkin? At this moment, everyoneughed bitterly. Actually, everyone wanted not tough, but they could not hold it in anymore. This homonym was just too vulgar and funny. Yue Jings face was livid. "He is no different from trash. Even if he gave me shoes, he would still not be worthy!" "You are truly not suitable for him!" A pleasant and natural voice resounded. Everyones eyes looked towards the door as a series of sky blue guards with a golden trident logo on their chests rushed in. Amongst the shining guards emerged a girl from the centre. In this moment, even the stars paled inparison to the girl. Hervender hair was rolled up nobly, showing much elegance. Her skin was as white as jade,pletely dazzling. Her beautiful face had every girl present wanting to hide, and it was coupled with beautiful, starry eyes like no others. This was the first princess of the An Empire, Aina An! The most dazzling star in the Milky Way Gxy. Yue Long andpany smiled respectfully and bowed. This was a show of huge respect. The An Empire was one of the nine permanent members of the Milky Way Alliance. It was also one of the top three powers of the alliance, known as the Elite Empire. Her Royal Highness had taken some time to visit the sr system, and the Asian region was thest stop. However, her schedule had changed slightly and her return was dyed. Who would have thought that someone of such great status would appear here? Although Yue Long was a member of the government, even he would not qualify to participate in such a meeting. [1] Its a pun. Yue Jings name is a homonym for menstruation. [2] Another y on words. Little fortune star is the name of Xiaosus familys napkins. Chapter 12: Fried Dough Sticks and Soy Milk Chapter 12: Fried Dough Sticks and Soy Milk Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Looking at these people, Aina just nodded slightly. At this moment, she was not Xiao Shi anymore but the An Empires first sessor; not merely the focus of Earth nor the Sr System, but the focus of Milky Way Alliance. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu were shocked too. Both of them had guessed that Xiao Shi was probably the child of a rich family, but this was too much. Yue Jing, a so-called princess, was now a cockroach in front of the real princess. What is a cockroach? A soft-shelled turtle! Unbearable! Looking at Aina An, Yue Jings jaw dropped. She was speechless. But the princess did not bother with her; she proceeded towards Wang Zheng. Making eye contact, Wang Zheng exposed a hearty smile. Friends need not care about identity and status. The guards apanying her did not care about where they were. Wherever the Princess went was An Empires diplomatic zone, and random bystanders were all parted away. Princess extended her hand. Yue Long andpany were all stunned. The Princess did not even bother with Asias Ambassador "Todays Xiao Shi is so pretty, so suave!" Aina smiled, secretly batting hershes before immediately returning to her stature as Princess. "Asia is the birthce of human civilization. Being here, I am really happy, especially because I made a lot of new friends. Beforeing, I thought only the An Empire had elites. However, Wang Zheng was proof of my ignorance. He is the future that Milky Way Alliance can be proud of!" This evaluation was as high as the heavens! The entire atmosphere of the banquet changed, and Yue Jing was gone just like menstruation. It has to be said that Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu were, for once, extremely famous. These two were the Princess friends? What is this? The Princess visit to Asia officially began. The next day, this was the front page headline of all news in Asia. Of course, the focus was not Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu, but the image of Her Royal Highness. The An Empires elite-centralized political system and overly tough diplomatic image were beginning to transition in recent years. The Princess people-friendly diplomacy achieved excellent results. Of course, Little Fortune Star Sanitary Napkins was high in demand. Old Yan was happy from ear to ear. To be able to tag on in a sentence in such big news was equivalent to the biggest advertisement. Yan Xiaosu kept feeling like he was in a dream. He never expected that a day of despair could turn around so suddenly into such a situation. Following which, all the channels were pretty much covering the Princess visit to Asia. Aina An conquered Earth with beauty! The most beautiful Princess praised Asia, so Asias revival was in sight! An enchanted Princess has been captivated by Asias culture! The Princess of An praised Asias educational system by saying that it could beparable to Ans advanced system! In a moment, the whole of Asia was swept by the Princess craze. Ainas every movement became a trend. Star pupils also became popr on arge-scale. Simultaneously, more people began to understand Ans culture and philosophy. Of course, the entire visits security was of the highest level. The Princess was soft on the outside but hard on the inside and unshaken by terrorist activities in her homnd. The stronger their attempts, the stronger her resistance! At thest press conference, thousands of media outlets gathered at Shangri-La Hotel. The shes were continuous. "Your Royal Highness, I am a reporter for the Daily Paper. Will you return to Asia?" Aina nodded as she smiled. "Yes, I wille back if I have the opportunity to. The beauty of this ce has left a deep impression on me." "Your Royal Highness, I am a reporter for Financial Weekly. What is your opinion on Earths continually declining rights to speak in the Milky Way Alliance? Is the An Empire going to establish strategic rtions with the Sr System?" Watching the leisurely Xiao Shi on the television, Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu were a little dumbfounded as they both ate fried dough sticks and soy milk. "Boss, is this really that Xiao Shi? God, I should have asked for her autograph; it would surely sell for big money!" Yan Xiaosu gaped. It turns out that her hair was not dyed;vender hair and star eyes were the symbol of the royal family of the An Empire, but who would have thought of that? Even if Xiao Shi had said it herself, no one wouldve believed her. The Aina now was fluent, impable. The conference proceeded extremely smoothly. "Your Royal Highness, I am a reporter for Daily Entertainment. On behalf of all other single malerades, what do you look for in your partner?" The moment this question was asked, the entire conference fell silent and stared at the Princess. This beautiful princess romance undoubtedly drew the most attention in the Milky Way. The press officer interrupted, "Sorry, Her Royal Highness will not answer questions about her private life." Aina suddenly waved her hand and stood up, her face exposing a sly smile. "One day, he will take me home, make me a breakfast of fried dough fritters and soy milk, and call my name gently." Pu ... Yan Xiaosu spat out a mouthful of soy milk onto Wang Zhengs face. "Boss, you are my idol. No, you are simply a statue of god!" The press conference came to a satisfactory close. Apuse resounded, especially because of thest answer. Fried dough fritters with soy milk was the specialty of Asia. This proved Princess true understanding of Asia and won a lot of peoples hearts. Fried dough fritters and soy milk, thanks to the Princess words, became thetest popr snack of the Milky Way. The Princes embarked on her return trip. This trip to the sr system was a sess. The Princess beauty and people-friendly image was admired by the people of the sr system and greatly eased the An Empires tough diplomatic image. A week after the Princess left, the news passion also gradually subsided. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosus lives also returned to normal. Of course, Yan Xiaosu would brag about it from time to time, but no one believed him at all. Although there was that small episode at the birthday banquet, everyone believed that it was just the Princess courageously stepping in to be a savior, teaching a little lesson about bullying. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu, this pair of brothers who have ovee many obstacles together, also officially graduated. What was worthy of congrattions was that Yan Xiaosu was formally admitted into Ares Colleges Star Department of Commerce, while Wang Zheng actively prepared for the military. "Ah, Little Yu, you are too mean, always disappearing at crucial times!" Yan Xiaosuined. This fellow seemed to have gone missing. Xie Yuxin was another brother of the two of them, but he was different from Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. Xie Yuxin was a genius with a gene score above 90. He was the only one reported to have entered not just Ares Military College but also the militarymand line, in the officer bracket. This was the coexistence of handsomeness and intelligence. Truly a handsome mess. Although his expression was always ice cold, girls still threw themselves at him. Xie Yuxin ced an envelope on the table. "Wang Zheng, this is yours." "D**n you, dont think well let you off with just a letter. If I dont get you drunk today, Ill adopt your family name!" Yan Xiaosu snatched, but was shocked when he saw the envelope. "This is Ares Colleges special entrance exam. I can only do so much." Xie Yuxin smiled, and he only smiled when he was with Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. "D**n, my dear Little Yu Yu, I have wronged you. Come, let Brother give you a hug." Yan Xiaosu immediately hugged him. In all honesty, no one knew why Xie Yuxin was friends with these two. "How did you do it?" "Nothing much. I sat outside of the principals house for half a month. I thought it would take longer." Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu made eye contact and gave each other a thumbs up. Buddy, you are really shining. Who would have thought that when someone as cool and handsome as him acted like a rogue, it would actually convince someone! "Wang Zheng, Ive always felt that gene score was merely a point of reference. Based on your capability, you are more than qualified to enter Ares College." Xie Yuxin said. Actually, the three knowing each other was a bit of a contradictory start. Xie Yuxin was the pride of Dawn Middle School, but Wang Zheng showed him that there was no limit in the universe. Wang Zhengs profundity was not something he couldpete with, it was just that Wang Zhengs results were not that good. Wang Zheng was also helpless. The Old Merchant had told him to keep a low profile and only maintain a pass for his examinations. This was to be the case until the day came where he was no longer around anymore. "Heres wishing sess to you!" "Haha, Boss will surely seed. Us three brothers must dominate the Milky Way!" The three raised their beers. This was just a joke of youth, but legends all have their beginnings like this ... "Principal Gu Te, you know I am very busy; there are still a lot of experiments to do!" Inside the office was a hale and hearty silver-haired old man. This was Ares Military Colleges 23rd Principal, General Gu Te. The female, who appeared to be in her twenties, was a known scientist on Earth. She attained double doctorate degrees in space and physics at 13, a genius scientist with a gene score of 98. "Cough cough, Dr. Xiao Fei, there is a special student. I may need you to find out more about him; apparently he is very talented in physics." Gu Te found this doctor in front of him to be quite a headache. Geniuses were always almost quirky, especially those studying space physics. "Really, you want to waste my precious time?" Gu Te nodded. Xie Yuxin was his grandson. That little bastard even sat outside his house daily. Gene score should indeed only be used as a reference, but the unspoken rule was that it was used as the first evaluation criteria. In practice, it has proven rather urate, and also greatly improved efficiency. If there was a talented person, they would not be missed. Outside the office, Wang Zheng was preparing. He did not know what the examination was about. "Come in." When Wang Zheng saw the examiner, he stared nkly. She was a female teacher not much older than himself ... were all teachers so pretty now? Xiao Fei pointed at the chair. "Sit. Firstly, I am contemptuous towards your unorthodox means of entry. I hope you are not wasting my time. Lets get straight to the point: talk about your views on space." Xiao Fei was very arrogant, and she did not like these kinds of things. But the principal was the principal after all, so she had to give him a bit of face. Besides, this was rted to her research and development funding. Wang Zhengposed his thoughts. This question was too broad, but he had discussed it a lot of with Old Merchant. "I personally think that space technology is the main direction of human development, which depends on the establishment of the framework of space theory. The current mainstream space theory is slightly one-sided ... Curvature theory is only a shallow understanding of space. The future direction of mankind must be space jumping and folding, and I think some parts of the parallel space theory can be taken out, specifically the ones integrated into the current space system. Some parts of the theory are a bit too far ahead of us, but some can be studied in the present. " Wang Zheng also did not care and went on a lengthy spiel, finishing his and the Old Merchants discussions. To think that they initially had fought and argued so much. Old Merchant was too stubborn; he treated the alternate school of thought with disdain. On the other hand, Wang Zheng felt that it was the best fit. Chapter 13: God’s Work Chapter 13: Gods Work Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Xiao Fei had felt disdain towards Wang Zheng since the start. He kept spouting theories and then bit off more than he could chew. Gradually, Xiao Fei stopped speaking. She already felt burned out by the end of it. When Wang Zheng finished speaking, Xiao Fei was already no longer moving. "What did you say your name was?" "Reporting! Wang Zheng!" "Very good, Wang Zheng, youve been epted by the Physics Department!" Xiao Fei suppressed her feeling of excitement. She had finally met someone who had the brains to understand matters. The most depressing thing to a genius was having to reason with people who seemed to have the intelligence of pigs. Wang Zheng was surprised for a moment. "Teacher, Im actually here to take the Mecha Department test." Xiao Fei was surprised too. "I cant let that happen, youre a natural born scientist!" Wang Zheng scratched his head. Where did she get this idea from? What Xie Yuxin really rmended was indeed the Physics Department, because when it came to physics, Wang Zhengs views were really unique. After pondering for a moment, Wang Zheng stood up and bowed deeply. "Thank you for your time, Teacher, but I really want to be a warrior. Im sorry." "Dont go! Wait for a moment! Im going to find the old man to discuss the matter. Wait for a little while longer. Youre not allowed to leave yet!" Wang Zheng couldnt make heads or tails of this matter. Did he actually get epted by just chatting idly about some random theory? Meanwhile in the principals office, Xiao Fei had already set up the tables. "Principle, this person is a rare genius in physics. He must be kept!" "Haha, but didnt he wish to join the Mecha Department?" Gu Teughed. "Old man, stop messing around with me. You dont have the final say in this. I dont care how you do it, he has toe!" Xiao Fei said resolutely and decisively. Gu Te smiled slightly. "This issue is hard to settle, you know this. Although I am the principal, I cannot act recklessly. This is a difficult issue indeed." Xiao Fei clenched her teeth. "You are a cunning one. Say it then! What are your conditions? I will do anything as long as the budget is not cut!" "Heh, no one will dare to touch Dr. Xiaos budget. Youll have to increase the number of sses you teach by two every month from now on." Xiao Feis greatest headache was giving lessons to a bunch of people who didnt know anything but acted like they did. That was why she only taught a small ss. However, her lessons were very popr and were also currently Ares Colleges most well known speciality. "Deal!" "Heh, that was simple. I will give him the qualifications to enter the Mecha Department, but he mustplete the rigorous training program of the Mecha Department. As for the Physics Department, you are the director, so youll be the one to make the decisions." Gu Te grinned. This was called killing two birds with one stone. After leaving the principals office, Xiao Fei realized that she had been tricked. That old fox didnt increase her wages but increased her workload! Just like that, Student Wang Zheng became a specially enrolled student of Ares Military College. After leaving Ares Colleges admissions office, Wang Zheng felt as though he was in a dream. Looking at the blue sky where a group of geese was soaring high, he knew that he, Wang Zheng, would one day also achieve that! Opening the admissions manual, the bunch of numbers were a bit shocking. Tutition fees C Twenty thousand! GOD D**N, this was clearly a fraud! This amount of money really gave Wang Zheng a headache. Although school would only start in a month, even if he washed ten thousand dishes a day, it still wouldnt be enough. Wang Zheng checked his own ount bnce. He had been spending recklessly these past few days, so he had at most a few hundred dors remaining. Wang Zheng widened his eyes. To his disbelief, his ount had 683 dors! Where did the moneye from? After some checking, it turns out a few days ago there was a remittance of five hundred and it came from CT! Wang Zheng immediately did a search. CT had a payment system. No wonder those experts seemed so impressive. There was actually money to be earned! It seemed like this was a matter of killing two birds with one stone. In Wang Zhengs mind, he came up with a program! He originally had the idea of selling his body, but heaven would only help those who helped themselves. Instead, he would use his own heavenly gifts! Fight on, Young man! Brothers Net Cafe The boss warmly invited Wang Zheng into the VIP room. Recently, Yan Xiaosu had been visiting very rarely. During that birthday party, Yan Xiaosu gained an understanding of some matters. Although on the surface he wasughing and joking, he was still very emotionally troubled deep down. These days, when he had spare time, he would follow his old man to travel to around and sell sanitary napkins. What was wrong with him? Boys have to go through some things in order to mature. Some women oftenin that all the good men in this world are dead. But those women dont realize that the bad men in this world are the result of their actions. Infatuation was ruthless to oneself. Wang Zheng logged in to CT and a bunch of messages burst open. Some were challenges, others were inquiries. There were also some that wanted him to teach them. After the three battles, he had be sort of mini-celebrity. Actually, the forum discussions regarding Skeleton were really lively. Carlos had already publicly announced that Skeleton was not his smurf. If he had a smurf, it would likely be well known, much like Dragon God 007, Ma Xiaos smurf. It this was true, that Dragon God had capsized in its trench! There were quite a few people who paid attention to Skeleton. When his portrait lit up, everyone waited with quiet anticipation. Wang Zheng proceeded to match make for CT. Very soon, the opponent appeared. ID: Not-one-or-two-road-hog, Beast Type III Wang Zheng once again selected Wargod No.1 and the titanium knife. Not-one-or-two-road-hog was extremely happy. As a veteran of a hundred battles, and with a win rate of 50%, he was no longer a beginner. Although this Skeleton was a mini-celebrity within themunity and he had also seen his videos, he still couldnt believe that Wargod No.1 could withstand the impact of his Beast Type III. That would be unreasonable! He had chosen the regr arena! This so-called regr arena did not have anyplicated environments nor did it have any obstacles. It was a 1 VS 1 arena. Would the other party ept? Almost instantly, Skeleton agreed. What Wang Zheng didnt know was that many yers were watching their choices. When Wang Zheng confirmed the conditions of the game, the whole beginner section of the forum red up. It was too tyrannical! Too arrogant! Without a barrier, how was the Wargod No.1 going to face the Beast Type IIIs attacks? Even if the previous time was an ident, right now Skeleton was considered a mini-celebrity. His opponent would definitely be on the cautious side. Having to face the tank type Beast Type III, how was the Brittleskin going to resist? The administrators posted an announcement promoting this event almost instantly. Would there be another miracle? Brittleskin against a Tank in the regr arena! Instantly, the amount of paying viewers broke the 500 mark, and there were still more people who were waiting to watch! The arena appeared and the two mecha slowly emerged. Skeletons Wargod No.1 and Road-hogs Beast Type III. "Heh heh, Skeleton, even if you are a smurf, today will be your end. Dont me it on me, me the fact that you were just too full of yourself. Road-hog broadcasted on the public channels and began to start provoking Skeleton immediately. Skeleton on the other end was silent instead. The battle began! The number of people watching live had already reached more than 700. This was considered very a good amount for the beginner arena. Beast Type III was a beast type mech that was shaped like a rhinoceros. It had first-ss explosive strength and a fierce defense. Its only downside was its flexibility. However, in such a wide open space, the Brittleskin would be just like a piece of paper. When the battle started, the Beast Type III roared as it rushed towards the Wargod No.1. Road-hogs roar echoed through the public channels. He had never paid so much attention to a rival before. To hide or not to hide? Everyone had their doubts. It was clear that from thest game that Skeletons technique was pretty good. He could use the Arched Slide Step to dodge the beasts impact. But in such a narrow area, even if he could dodge for a moment, he wouldnt be able dodge much more after that. The Wargod No.1 did not move! Although the Beast Type III had a slow eleration, once it hit its max speed, it was terrifying. However, this kind of speed would be a huge burden on the pilots operating capabilities. The Beast Type IIIs distance from the Wargod No.1 was less than ten meters, so no matter what technique it used at this moment, it would be futile. The Arched Slide Step required the use of high-speed inertia for it to be sessful! In an instant, the beast charged over! Just a moment was required before the mech was destroyed! Boom... The entire room watching live went silent, it was followed by bursts of earth-shattering cheers. GOD D**N! Skeleton WINS! The Beast Type III mech exploded. Lu Ba looked nkly at the screen. He couldnt believe what just happened. It seemed as if he couldnt even produce a reaction. This was not an ident, not even a miracle. To Skeleton, this was just a battle. Wang Zheng felt quite indifferent. .... It was just that the Rubiks Cube didnt seem to have any reaction. He felt dizzy thinking about it. This battle had no technical content and could not be considered to be learning anything new. Recently, Wang Zheng discovered that his own training also enhanced his fighting strength, yet if he cked off, the umted fighting strength would also decrease. Without a suitable opponent, it really was meaningless. This Rubiks cube was also a pretty self-centred show-off; it was difficult to serve and was a tricky one. But when entering the school, physical testing was also required. If a person didnt make it, he or she would also be sent home. As long as there was time, then he would y a game. Then again, Wang Zheng felt embarrassed to leech off Yan Xiaosus ount. Even blood-brothers needed to be ountable to each other. After paying the fees, Wang Zheng decided to find a part-time job. He was going to be more financially independent. At least his living expenses and inte ess being covered would be sufficient. Wang Zheng nonchntly walked off, the forum then exploded with activity. A cheater? This was obviously impossible. Even the opponents didnt understand what was going on. Under that direct impact, how was it possible that the Wargod No.1 was able to withstand the impact of the Beast Type IIIs charge? The number of forum posts had already reached more than fifty thousand. Everyone was waiting for the analysis video. The official statement had not appeared yet, but the subject experts had already deduced the answer. At the moment the Wargod No. 1 and the beast made contact with each other, he initially intended to withstand the impact. But because of the angle of impact, the force generated was only one-fifth of its full strength. Before the force of the impact was fully generated, the Beast Type III was tilted in an oblique upward trajectory and thrown over like a turtle. With this huge opening, the energy shield protecting it waspletely exposed and the Wargod No.1s titanium knife cut into it like a knife through butter. All of the yers watching this video were silent. The technical control necessary was insane! The military also recognized the Beast Type IIIs weakness when charging. But because the window of opportunity to exploit this weakness was very small, even if it appeared, it would be very difficult for pilots to seize the moment and perform the appropriate actions. So while it is a weakness in theory, it was actually unexploitable inbat. The Beast Type III was also the military regr forces mass produced mech. However, inside CT, it waspletely destroyed by a person. This was a textbook example of a taking advantage of the minute timing to deliver a blow! Whether they were veterans or beginners, there were all roaring. This was a true master! It took less than a second to seize the opportunity. With his unreasonable control, had he been a little slower, the Wargod No.1 would have been torn to shreds. But he had such domineering confidence and calm. Gods Work! A work of God appeared in the novice area! A Super Soldier had appeared! Skeleton God was going against the natural order of things. This was the beginning of a new era! Chapter 14: Ye Zisu’s Invitation Chapter 14: Ye Zisus Invitation Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The novice zone had never been so lively. The pros would sometimes y around here, and nobody would really take it seriously because they would be found out sooner orter, and the price would drop. Also, the novice zones mecha had a limit. As the opponents in matchmaking get stronger and stronger, even pros will slip. No pro will be so focused. The forums were in heated discussion with all kinds of spections. Skeleton was unique, and his style of battle was not special enough to be associated to any diamond yer. Four consecutive wins. The hype was getting stronger and stronger. Of course, there were many onlookers who were not impressed. This kind of situation had urred many times before, but they either all fell off very quickly, or people would find out the corresponding mecha to counter him. It was only a matter of time. And this persons skills were very one-dimensional, only focusing on close-range andpletely failing at the long-distance aspect. This would be capitalized upon. Basic mecha have limits, but many excellent mecha have no limits. All these debates were irrelevant to Student Wang Zheng. He was concerned about whether the prize money for this fight would cover the inte fees, or if he would take a loss, especially since this battle did not gain him any battle experience. Hopefully, luck will be better next time. Solon was the CT Senior Vice President of Earth, mainly responsible for the performance of Asia and the novice zone. With regards to CT, this was rather nd. The situation of the novice zone inparison to the higher-level zones was not much. Without exemry performance on his part, there would be no promotion and no need to talk about the future. It was not that he did not think of ways. He tried to recruit new people and gone through college tours etc. He even invited diamond yers to act as rookies. Still, there was no breakthrough. Having reached diamond level, they would not entangle themselves in lower levels just for a little bit of money, and there was no value to them. Most importantly, the yer base always eventually found them out. That was until the appearance of this fellow with the ID of Skeleton. The big screen in front of Solon was ying Skeletons four battles. Solon was 55 years old this yearhe was very clear that at his age in thispetitive CTpany, he was approaching pension, and he would have difficulties holding on to his position if he did not produce something dazzling. Regarding CT, Solon believed that he was senior and professional after having seen all kinds of pros. Yet the four battles of Skeleton deeply shocked him. He watched repeatedly, struggling in his heart. The opportunity was fleeting. Should he go for it or not? He knew that hispetition was waiting for him to make one misstep. The moment there were ws, he would immediately be the target of attacks. But if he yed conservatively, he would eventually have to give up his position too. Will this one work? Solon watched the gamey for the entire day and analyzed the data. He was not looking at the end resultsfour consecutive wins wasmon, and even more would be the same. But such detailed handling, such confidence, was certainly not achievable by the average person. Solon had two opinions on this: either this person was either a lucky novice, or this person was in reality a true expert! A veteran will inadvertently reveal his familiarity with battle and will naturally take the shortcuts, yet this person did not. Regarding experts, this was easy to tell. A few maneuvers were only possible with good physical attributes; this was also the requirement to go far. CT was easy to pick up; you could y it anytime and casually too. But if you wanted to be good at it, especially if you wanted to reach a certain high level, your body must be able to keep up with it. At the highest level, even if it was not as difficult as the real deal, it was 70 or 80 percent simr. Ace pilots were certainly CT pros, and CTs highest pros were five times more likely to be ace pilots. This was also the reason why the top CT pros were pretty much all military school students. Was this person an opportunity? The screen shut off. Solon could hear his own heartbeat. Bang.... pping the table suddenly, Solon opened Skylink, "Inform the Publicity Department: meeting at 9 AM tomorrow, everyone is to be present!" Closing Skylink, Solon immersed back into darkness. After graduation, everything starts anew. Regarding Wang Zheng, Yan Xiaosu, and Xie Yuxin, their life goals had all seen change. The three of them gathered in Dawn Middle Schools cafeteria. Fortunately, the three had all entered Ares Military College. With the exception of Xie Yuxin, who was entering for certain, Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu faced twists and turns. Yan Xiaosus father seriously gave the school a sponsorship sum and Yan Xiaosu entered the Interster Business Department. The point was that Yan Xiaosu finally took things seriously. The banquet encounter dealt a blow to Xiaosu to the point where he did not even y CT anymore. He spent this period of time learning from his father. Dignity was not given by others! Xie Yuxins goal was clear: to be a warship captain, the sr systems general. Wang Zhengs was even clearer. He had wanted to be a good mech fighter since young. There were many twists and turns on the way, but he eventually got his wish. "Boss, Little Yu, tomorrow Im going with my father on a trip to Mars. Will be back before school reopens. For the future worlds richest man, ace pilot, and general!" Yan Xiaosu raised his coffee cup, but no one bothered. "Damn, youre really not giving me face. What are your ns for the break?" "Work, train, same old. Little Yu, what about you?" Wang Zheng was truly grateful to Xie Yuxin. This fellow may appear cold all the time, but he was actually very warm hearted. "I also have some things. Go out and broaden my horizons. Asia is not the end, neither is the Earth. Its the Milky Way that is our world!" All three of them had some longing. The Earth was too small, and the universe outside was vast. It was unimaginable to stay in this ce for the rest of ones life; one had to move out. After mankind entered interster sailing, many great adventurers were born, like the great navigators Magen andpany from a long, long time ago. The world of the unknown drives human desire to bigger strides forward. The three youths were naturally not content just staying on Earth for their entire lives. Yan Xiaosu was very clear that if he did not want to sell sanitary napkins for the rest of his life, he would have to make changes. Wang Zheng and Xie Yuxins goals were clear. Actually, Xie Yuxin and Yan Xiaosu had advised Wang Zheng before that if he was looking for good development, being a mech warrior was not the best option in reality. It was torturous, dangerous, and very hard to seed. The treatment towards the air force was a lot better than that of thend forces, but Wang Zhengs character was as such. Yan Xiaosu and Xie Yuxin both embarked on their journeys. They could enjoy the vast sky. Undoubtedly, this would bring them new experiences, and Wang Zheng was happy for them, but he had his own things to settle. Needless to say, without the two by his side, Wang Zheng was rather lonely. Skylink had two messages waiting. It was definitely not from Little Su and Little Yu. What other friends did he have? Both messages were very unexpected. One was in the inbox that he used only when he registered for CT. Opening it, there was a middle-aged man. "Nice to meet you, yer Skeleton. I am Vice President of CT Earth, Solon. I hope to talk to you about the future." Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. D**n, what morals did this guy have? To think of trying to scam a poor fellow like himself. Wang Zheng was not courteous to people like this, so he immediately replied with one word: "scram!" He quickly deleted the message. People like this should be rounded up and beaten! The other message was even more unexpected, turning out to be a message from Ye Zisu. "Student Wang Zheng, I would like to talk to you. Do you have time?" Based on memory, Ye Zisus expression was sincere, but Wang Zhengs first reaction was no. After the previous incident at the Shangri-La Hotel, he had not seen Yue Jing. Whatever fate they had together had been doomed. While this Ye Zisu was not as extreme as Yue Jing, what did they have between them to talk about? Since she took the initiative to invite him, he pretty much had no reason to be afraid. "Time and ce." Wang Zheng replied with a message. Just as he was preparing to take a shower, Skylink rang again. "Two in the afternoon today, pavilion by the schoolke." Ye Zisus reply was brief too. The location was not bad. Could it be that she was thinking of throwing him into theke? Wang Zheng shrugged indifferently. Actually, if it was not ast resort, he really was not willing to be at loggerheads with girls. The earlier incident was rather horrible, but it was because Yue Jing had gone too far. It had nothing much to do with Ye Zisu. At 1:50 in the afternoon, Wang Zheng reached the meeting ce. He and Yan Xiaosu knew this ce like the back of their hands, but perhaps they would note here as often anymore in the future. Unexpectedly, Ye Zisu had already arrived. Today, Ye Zisu was wearing a white t-shirt, very simple, no logo, and a blue miniskirt below. Her long hair was tied simply and in front of her chest. It has to be said that the way she was dressed looked veryfortable. Seeing Wang Zheng, Ye Zisu smiled. "I thought you wouldnte." Wang Zhengughed. "Were school mates after all. At the most, youll throw me into theke, but just remember to fish me back out." Ye Zisu was surprised for a moment, then she smiled knowingly. She bowed towards Wang Zheng. "Regarding the recent events, I am sorry. I apologize to you." Wang Zheng waved his hand. "Actually, it was nothing much. Theres no right or wrong in these matters. Besides, it had nothing to do with you." Ye Zisu shook her head. "I definitely yed a part in it. Little Jing, actually, she is only a little prideful. This incident dealt a rather major blow to her. Shes changed schools. However, we are still school mates and I am also a freshman at Ares Colleges Mecha Department. Wang Zheng, we will be school mates once again." Ye Zisu extended her hand. Gazing at her little, white hand, Wang Zheng gently shook it, feeling like something was a little off. The Old Merchant also often said to be careful of sweet words and a dark world. Todays Ye Zisu can be said to be the model of a goddess, except maybe she chose the wrong partner. "How did you know I made it into the Mecha Department?" Ye Zisu smiled, gently pulling at her hair that was blown by the breeze. "Im not sure if you believe me, but I believed that you could be a mech warrior from the very start. Regardless of whether you could make it into Ares College, there has never been a person who insisted more on unrelenting training, rain or shine." Wang Zheng was surprised for a moment. "How did you know?" "Oh, you are too focused. Youre not the only one who likes morning exercise." Ye Zisu was another one who insisted on training. She noticed Wang Zheng a long time ago. Once, there was a rainstorm. Ye Zisu was resting in the dormitory thinking that that person would not go for training. However, through the telescope, she saw Wang Zheng in the rainstorm working out loudly. That smile in that big rain, she still remembered it till this day. Chapter 15: Kill the skinny ones too! Chapter 15: Kill the skinny ones too! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Oh, I didnt expect you to be in the Mecha Department." Female pilots were not umon. The existence of elite humans had allowed females to upy a ce on the mecha warrior teams in the An Empire, but it was still rtively lessmon on Earth. "Oh, you have forgotten what our family does?" Ye Zisu asked. The Ye Family owned Asiasrgest mecha manufacturing and maintenancepany, OMG. "Do you have anything to do this summer break?" "Not much, work and training and waiting for school to open." Wang Zheng found no need to lie about his own situation. It was no secret anyway. "Oh really, I want to practice too. Any interest ining to OMG? You can get in touch with mecha assembly." Ye Zisu blinked. She knew that this offer was one that Wang Zheng could not reject. It was not about pay. More importantly, she knew extremely clearly about Wang Zhengs liking for mecha. To be patient for a day or a month was doable, but to fun-seeking youths, being patient for four years was unimaginable. Although Ye Zisu had to work hard to inherit her familys industry, she was a girlvanity, meetups, shopping, and the like were not things she could forgo. If not for her close attention, how could she remember Wang Zhengs name, and his shocking gene score of 28? "If thats possible, then many thanks." Wang Zheng truly wanted to experience real mecha. Ye Zisuughed. "Youre wee. Take it as my apology. We are even." Wang Zheng suddenly felt that it was quite nice when girls were kind-hearted. An internship at OMG was much better than working at a restaurant. OMGs headquarters was in Beijing. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu had already been working here for three days. Nobody here knew who Ye Zisu was, and both of them came in as interns. This Miss OMG really came to learn. There were a variety of mecha analysis charts, a variety of parts, and the main work was to analyse and repair. This implied an opportunity to fully understand the mecha. It has to be said that this was the best ce Wang Zheng could think of. Wang Zheng chose the testing department that dealt with mecha experiments. Of course, this would not be a job if one didnt get greasy and tired. Ye Zisu was in the design management department. A week passed and Wang Zheng was very fulfilled. "Kid, is it cleaned yet? Be defter, theres still a lot behind!" An old man in his sixties walked in. His spirit was very hale and hearty. Wang Zheng hadpletely be his coolie, working from early tillte, sometimes even overtime, on all kinds of dirty work. "Rest assured when I do things, Old Luo. Is this wrecked Demon Wolf Type V still fixable?" "There is no mecha that I, Luo Mu, cant fix. Come over here to observe." Wang Zheng slid down from atop the mech. "Isnt Asias equipment too poor? I heard that the Moon Army no longer uses the four basic models anymore." "Kid, do not underestimate the four basic mecha. They are the root of the mecha. All those so-called advanced things merely have additional weapons added on top of this basis; no variation will leave the basics. As long as you master the four types of mecha, the rest are a piece of cake." Luo Mu was rather arrogant, but Wang Zheng knew that this stubborn old man truly had the chops. Wang Zheng was suitable for Luo Mus temper. He was not like the average youth with high standards but low ability. It could be seen that he had an inner love for mecha and was also diligent. Having been here for a week, as long as Luo Mu ordered, he would do it meticulously. As such, when there was time, Luo Mu did not bother Wang Zheng. There were detailed descriptions of mecha and parts here, so if one had an interest in mechas, there was truly no better ce than here. Wang Zheng had been sleeping in the warehouse throughout this week. The overall mecha design blueprint was not too difficult for him. Three-dimensional analysis and the understanding of the blueprints were his strong suits. All of the mecha parts could be found in the warehouse for easy reference as well, giving Wang Zheng the best opportunity possible in understanding the mecha. A week passed in the blink of an eye. Wang Zheng had been chased away by Old Luo at this point. Weekends should be enjoyed and the young need not hurry, as there was a lot of time to learn. Actually, Wang Zheng could not bear to part with thepanys free meals, which was rather cost effective. Brothers Net Caf. The boss teared a little upon seeing Wang Zheng. Since Yan Xiaosu gave up on CT, the boss had suffered the loss of a big customer. This boss even gave Wang Zheng a free bottle of drink. It was really not easy. Not only could one battle in CT, there was also amunity zone to facilitate yer interactions. Actually, the virtual world was also another kind of life. There were lot of people chatting on the forums, getting to know new friends, but Wang Zheng had little interest in this, so he went straight into matchmaking mode. He had finally found some time to y a round, but he hoped for apetent opponent. He did not want to waste the inte fees! Student Wang prayed. At this point, a group of people were in heated battle in a five versus five. The channel was even livelier. Suddenly, the best yer on the other team surrendered. What was happening? "Skeleton is online!" "Who is this fellow? Is he very famous?" "I heard that he is so amazing that its like he abuses bugs! Why dont we go take a look?" "How high can the standards in novice zone be?" In the rookie zone, Skeletons username was already very well known. Not only did his influence not drop after disappearing for a week, yers were greatly anticipating him. Mainly, there were too few masters in this division. Recently, Solons headaches hade back. He sent a message but instead scared away the other party. What was this? The moment he heard that Skeleton was online, his headache subsided. "Put up an official notice immediately. Give me A-grade advertisement publicity!" Solon started. "Boss, this not a good idea. What if we are caught by the auditors for doing unauthorised actions and they have a handle on us ..." "Do it immediately!" "Yes, Boss!" The staff rushed out hurriedly. Student Wang seemed to be desperately waiting to be matched with an opponent. Why was it so slow today? Have there been fewer yers recently? Fewer? The forums had already exploded. There was a big red banner. It was a sighting of Skeleton! Even the numerous Corps had been mobilized. Attention to him had increased several times! Apart from rookie level yers, a few pros had also begun to take notice. Even though they still believed that this was someones smurf, it had not been found out yet. But as the battles proceeded, he would definitely leak some clues. Of course, if he lost, then there would be no need to find out anymore. Ding dong. Student Wangs opponent had finally been matched. Due to four consecutive wins, although the points were very low, the matched opponent was already very strong. ID: Red g Mech: Wargod No. 1 Record: 15 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss. The reason for the one loss was because of an overly high winrate, resulting in getting matched with a high level mech. The mech was too well equipped and the disparity was huge, resulting in the loss. Without a doubt, this was a smurf. Although it was not publicly admitted, everyone guessed that this was Justin from the diamond ranked corps, the Wild Corps. The entire forums erupted in chatter. Very clearly, some people could not stand this. This method of garnering attention with smurfs was very hated. It had been trendy a few years ago, but no one did it anymore. Whoever did so would have a mastering to disrupt their games. But this was nothing like that, it was a chance. Solons heart sank. He really did not wish for Skeleton to run into such a strong opponent so early, but this was not something he could control. He was very clear that this Red g was Justin. This fellow enjoyed sticking a g onto the forts of the opponents he had defeated. He was a rather shy yer. Ranked top ten in the European region, Justin stared at his screen and his mouth turned into a proud smile. D**n, I really hate it when people smurf. Of course, he himself smurfing was an exception. Justins specialty was iprehensibly violent techniques. He was able to fully bring out a humanoid mechs full potential. To him, the human body was a mech and the mech was no different from a human body. He was extremely adept at controlling mecha. He would rampage with a titanium knife. In battle, everyones slogan was "do not fight with Justin at close range". That was why Justin came back. This was because this person called Skeleton actually went with the same loadout as himself, a Wargod No.1 armed with a titanium knife. He had used such a tactic two years ago, and it came to an end eventually. This time, he would be the one to end this farce. Of course, he would never admit that these were his true reasons for stepping up. Skeleton VS Red g. This would be interesting, both parties smurfing in battle. Who was more willing to be ruthless? The officials sent out a notification saying: Who is the real god of war? The number of clicks quickly broke ten thousand. One reason was because of Skeleton, and the other was because Red g was the character who shook things up two years ago. "Its definitely Justin. That fe cannot bear to see someone more famous than him!" "Theres a good show to watch this time. Justin is in Europes top ten, so if he doesnt win, his opponent will get incredible exposure!" "Are you joking? Skeleton cant win. Justins specialty is one versus one. The only reason why hes not ranked higher is that he is just too wild and violent! His skills are definitely in the Top 10 of Earths yers." "Forget it, enough talk. Im paying to watch this battle!" Ma Xiao also stopped his training. His teammates gathered over. "Captain, is this Red g Justin?" "Indeed. Its no secret within the circle anymore. Except what he doesnt know is that the opponent is a smurf as well, haha." As Ma Xiao put it, this brat was just too much of a show off. There was a point in time where Red g was very famous. Even if his mech was weaker, with Justins bug-abusing-like gamey, he would still be able to bridge the difference in close quartersbat. However, if the opponent was of the same skill level but with a better mech, he would not be able to win. Although Justin realized that afterwards, he was still depressed and did not continue ying his smurf. However, after seeing this Skeleton, he still held a grudge about that time and thus came to find him to end things. However, Justin was still very manly. Wargod No. 1 vs Wargod No. 1. Wang Zheng took a look at his opponents records. This opponent should be pretty good, and he even chose Wargod No. 1 too. He must have considerable self-confidence. "Boss, we have broken through 2,000 paying viewers, and its still rising in a straight line. Our duration to publicize was too short. If we had done it in ordance with our established practice for this kind of surprise situation, if we had prepared enough, we could at least break 5,000!" the staff member said excitedly, but Solon was not even a little bit excited. This d**ned fellow, could he not wait to feed Skeleton a little fatter before the kill? This guy was just starting to get a few views, d**n it! Solon waved his hand weakly. "Go, settle it well. Let me rest for a while. D**n it, my head is starting to hurt again." Chapter 16: A Violent Kill Chapter 16: A Violent Kill Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Battlemence. Random Map: Desert. Justin naturally did not have to take advantage of Skeleton, yet it was as if God was on his side. As a master of close quartersbat, Justin was also one of the top few in adapting to variousndscapes. To the average yer, the desert represented hopelessness. Operating in such an environment was a whole other matter. Skeleton VS Justin! Both mecha appeared in the boundless desert simultaneously, but Skeletons Wargod No. 1 clearly shook a little. Some experienced yers hearts skipped a little. This shaking was a sign ofck of experience in the desert environment. As long as one had not been promoted to bronze or higher, they were forever a noob. But noobs had dreams too. They wished that one noob could challenge those arrogant yers. But dreams were dreams, and no one believed that Skeleton was really a noob. But the truth was he actually was one. The Wargod No. 1 staggered a few steps in the desert. This was an obvious sign that he was notfortable. Anyone operating a mech in the desert for the first time was like this. Justin was dumbfounded. D**n! Do not pretend to be a smurf like others if you have no skill. He still believed that his opponent had some chops, but in the end he turned out to be just a noob. But after a few steps, the Wargod No. 1 stopped sinking into the desert. Justins expression calmed down too. It was easy to spot an expert. The opponents stance suddenly became wless again. "D**n, interesting. Regardless of who you are, I will beat you until you show your true form!" Justinughed. Both parties stances were pretty much identical. One second ... two seconds ... three seconds. The atmosphere was very imposing; the yers also felt that the atmosphere was a little different from the usual. Almost at the same time, both Wargod No. 1 mecha rushed at each other. The Wargod No. 1s soared in the desert, sweeping up sand in its flight. It seemed that Skeleton had already gotten used to the desert environment, but it was obvious that Justins Wargod No. 1 was faster and more dexterous. He moved more freely and more easily. His nickname of "Violent Solo Mid" was not for nothing. Bang ... Justin attacked. This demonstrated clear dominance in his operating prowess. His titanium knife stabbed downwards. So this was Violent Solo Mid? Everyone understood what followed. A violent assault that left no room for the opponent to breath. His titanium knife wildly attacked, slicing death from all angles. They were using Wargod No. 1, which meant that it could be over in one attack. Skeletons Wargod No. 1 could only try to parry. The moment Justin attacked, his opponent might as well close their eyes already. Ma Xiao andpany looked at each other. They originally thought that they could watch a fierce fight, but it turned out to just be like this. "Captain, this was a wipe-out. I cant even tell whos who yet and its already about to end." "Dont tell me this guy is losing intentionally because its Justin." "Very possible!" Only Ma Xiao was silent. At the start, he also thought that the guy would lose, but something was not quite right. Justins attack was ferocious, but Skeletons defense was not out of position. The titanium knife took Justins attackpletely. But this did not reverse the situation and still could not change the results. To let Justin simply engage spelled doom. Even he, who used a beast mech, did not dare to let Justin engage like that. It was also Justins first time meeting an opponent who was so resistant. Such a ferocious attack, yet his opponent did not lose his position! If there was even the slightest shake, he could deal a heavy blow, but his opponent maintained his bnce extremely well. D**n it, who is this fellow! Bonehead once said that losing ones centre of bnce was losing ones life. Whether it was the horse stance or the poles, arge part of it was for training his bnce. At this moment, Wang Zheng had a deep realization that the sand would lead to imbnce in the mechs feet. If one exerted too much force, one would even get stuck deeper. But ... it was really pretty interesting, and this opponent was interesting! Patience! Wang Zheng was extremely patient. He responded to Justins attacks sh by sh, sparks flying from the contacting titanium knives. No one was sure how long it had been since such a battle like this has taken ce in the novice zone. The average yer could not even dream of handling such an attack; it would either result in death, or both parties would be severely hurt. Against Red gs ferocious attack, Skeleton actually parried every hit. The yers clenched their fists, held their breaths, and silently endured. They could attack once their opponent made a mistake! But Skeletons opponent was Justin! Justins hurricane-like suppression was quite exhausting. If the opponent was rather resilient and the attacks were unable to achieve their results, then the result of battle would be hard to say. Some serious effort would be necessary. He stabbed with his titanium knife three times in quick session, attacking violently, immediately creating an opportunity whichsted less than a second. Red g then swapped his knife grip to that of a reverse grip. Once this happened, even the inexperienced yers could guess that this was Justins specialty Crazed Killer Fist! Justins Wargod No. 1 spun around wildly like a gyroscope towards Skeletons Wargod No. 1! Dang dang dang dang ... Kill kill kill kill kill! Sparks lit the sky. Only Justin could find the space to spin in such a tight situation. The opponent had no means of escape. Hong ... Skeletons Wargod No. 1 flew outwards. Was it about to end? Peng! The Wargod No. 1nded stably. Justin did not pursue, because the high-speed rotation had caused his mechs legs to sink in the sand. Aggressively pursuing would, on the contrary, give the opponent an opportunity. Who was this fellow? He was so good at resisting! = The blowback from the ferocious streak of attacks had, on the contrary, been borrowed to leave the battle. Amongst the opponents he knew, not even a few could do this. The battled returned to the beginning. All yers had a suffocating feeling. D**n, since when had the novice zone seen such a battle!? While there was no spectacle of high-level mecha, there was a sense of primal violence! "Kid, I dont care who you are. You are going down today!" Justin said silently. This was a new secret move he had trained this year and had never nned to use it in suchpetition. Wang Zheng could feel his opponents murderous energy. He looked forward to the next move. Almost at the same, both Wargod No. 1 mecha rumbled murderously towards each other. 20 meters ... 15 meters ... 10 meters ... In a moment, Red gs Wargod No. 1 made the first move. With a sudden stomp, yellow sand burst outwards and formed a dust cloud. It obscured the visibility of everything! Supporters of Skeleton were stunned for a moment. D**n it, how shameless, using dirty tricks! There was no right or wrong on the battlefield. Justins close quartersbat was ferocious because he made use of his surroundings well, allowing him to makeebacks even when he was losing. And Justin was already in the air. This was his newest move, the Spinning Killer Fist! Due to the terrain, the techniques difficulty was increased by at least fifty percent. However, using half a years time, Justin could finally use it deftly. It would even bring God to his knees. But where was the target? Suddenly, a mech appeared right in front of him! It was Skeletons Wargod No. 1! D**n it, he was also using a reverse grip with his knife. Did he think that such a move was childs y? Justins immediately executed the Crazed Killer Fist, the titanium knife wildly chopping towards his opponent. However.... The opposing Wargod No. 1 utilised the Crazed Killer Fist too! The sh between the two knives caused a flurry of sparks to erupt between the mecha. The exhaust emitted by the engine sputtered out in jets as the engines struggled to keep up with the movements of the mecha. Conversely, there was no trace of movement in the entire audience zone. Both of the Wargod No. 1 mechanded at the same time. After a brutal exchange like this, whoever made the first move would im victory! It was still Justin. He raised his titanium knife first. This was the power of Europes ace yer, Violent Solo Mid! However, Justin suddenly realized that the mech in front of him was getting bigger and bigger. Hong ... The sky and earth spun. D**n, this was ... a headbutt? In the moment ofnding, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 had not used his equipment but instead rammed straight on. Justins titanium knife had only just been raised! Hum ... The titanium knife slipped out of his mechs hand, then a chain of exploding sparks covered the mech and the head of Red gs mech flew away into the distance. The sparks flying out from the neck were particrly dazzling. Hong ... Exploding mech! Skeleton WIN! The audience zone fell silent. Europes Violent Solo Mid, Justin, had been thrashed? And this was by his own specialty, the reverse-grip knife! Wang Zheng felt the Rubiks Cube on his chest finally heat up for a moment. It was rare for there to be some reaction. After ying some exiting CT, he needed some time to reflect. Battle was experience, and what was important to realise and remember was that this opponents close quartersbat was very unique. The spinning backhanded stroke could indeed drastically increase the attack speed, but this move was very taxing. It was basically an all-in, leaving oneself with not much leeway. It was okay for one versus one, but in a team fight, it was equivalent to giving a free kill. A very risky move. After reflecting for ten minutes or so, Wang Zheng opened his eyes. He was satisfied. It was time to go before the boss added to his fees. Although basic seats were slightly cheaper, Wang Zheng had gotten used to the VIP zones cleanliness, and the cockpits here were slightly better. He left rxed and carefree, without a trace. Everyone else was left thunderstruck. Who was this person? He was too sick! He even defeated Justin! And he even used Justins specialty, the Crazed Killer Fist! Team Dragon Gods little yers were all in shock. This fellow could make aeback? "You guys take a good look at the rey, Ill go check up on Justin!" Ma Xiaoughed and went out of the door, dialing on his Skylink. Justin was in a daze. How was this possible??? Who was this expert? He ran through the opponents he knew mentally. Yet amongst those he knew, there was totally no one who had such skills! Suddenly, Skylink rang ... it was Ma Xiao. Dont tell me... "Ma Xiao, dont tell me that was you. Are you on steroids?" Justin scorned. "Haha, it would be awesome if that was me. Ivee to ask, losing as Europes Violent Solo Mid, how does that feel?" "F**k, scram, be careful, because I might PK[1] you in real life!" They were both old rivals, and they were actually on pretty good personal terms. "Dont be sad anymore. You are not the first to lose to him." Ma Xiaoughed bitterly. "...Was that Dragon God 007 was really you?" "D**n it, I originally wanted to show off a little in front of the new additions to the team, but I ended up getting butchered. This fellow really does have some chops; it seems as if hes really good at imitating others." "We must find him regardless of who he is. I must get my revenge. The Wargod No. 1 doesnt allow me to demonstrate my full capabilities!" Justin was upset. Most depressingly, his opponent had used his own move to end him. "Oh, let me know if you find out." Solon was in his office massaging his head. He had to think of a new n already, but all possible tricks had been used before. New ideas do note easily; otherwise, he could spend money. But the finance departments control was powerful, so approval for big sums of money would be difficult. [1] ng for yer Kill. It means to kill someones character in a game. Chapter 17: Nervous Chapter 17: Nervous Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Boss, he won, he won!" "So what if he won? Justin winning is very normal. This fellow could have chosen any time to show up, but he had to choose this time," Solon hummed. Thinking about this made his head hurt. "No, Boss. Skeleton won. And he even used Justins move to beat him. The live stream view count broke 5,000. The forums are exploding; the click rate is already more than 100,000!" Solon sprang from his seat. His old waist seemed to have returned to the time when he was 18. How was this possible? Truly, how was this possible? As if hit by an underwater grenade, many people had been blown away. This was different from the Dragon God 007 fight, where everyone had no idea who the yer could have been. Many moves were imitable by yers, and although Red gs moves were well-known, only Justin was able to use the Crazed Killer Fist to this level. This fellows personality was not easy-going; even with friends he did not hold back. However, Justin was done in by a nameless yer. The channel was being watched by countless yers. Very clearly, this person was not used to the desert environment at the start. His movements were like those experienced by new yers. Initially, when they first entered the desert, one foot would be deeper than the other, and falling was not umon. But Skeleton seemed to have adapted immediately. What kind of ability to adapt was this??? Was he only pretending to be a noob? If this was the case, it was too real. It could win the Milky Way Oscars! The slow motion cam of the Crazed Killer Fist was even more brutal. Such a violent attack was rare to see even in the high level zones. Both yers had taken the ability of Wargod No. 1 to its limits. And the final response was even more unimaginable, a headbutt ... Justin, known for his reflexes, had been killed by a blow like this. Skeleton had replicated Violent Solo Mids secret technique! Histest moveSpinning Crazed Killer Fist! The legend had begun. Who was next? Who could stop Skeletons advance!? Student Wang was eating instant noodles and checking his Skylink bill at the same time. D**n, not a single cent. What was going on? At this rate, he could not even afford instant noodles anymore. Skylink beeped and rang. It was Ye Zisu. "Whats up, Zisu?" Ye Zisu did not know whether tough or to cry. Wang Zhengs mouth was stuffed full of instant noodles. This was what he ate at home? "Cant I talk you even if theres nothing up? Little Jing is not around and Im bored on my own, so lets go sing!" Wang Zheng sweated. "Cough cough. That is very dangerous." "Whats the matter?" "When I was younger, my singing caused my neighbors pet to faint." Ye Zisu could not hold in herughter. "Rest assured, my tolerance is strong. Besides, I sing very well." Needless to say, after having interacted a bit, Wang Zheng felt like Ye Zisu was not bad. It was normal for girls to be a little haughty. After understanding this, they could still be friends. Besides, they were school mates in the same department. Someone from the same middle school and same college it was pretty hard toe by. In the end, the proof was out. Student Wang was truly not suitable for singing. Even though he kind of liked to hum, he left Ye Zisu inughing fits. Whatever semnce of herdy-like image had been tossed into cloud nine. A month passed in the blink of an eye, especially for Wang Zheng, whose life was iparably filled. Ares College would have a physical test upon school opening, specifically targeted at students of the Military Department. If one performed too poorly, they would be immediately eliminated. Wang Zheng also did not dare to ck off. After all, his means of entry was not exactly conventional, so he could not afford to mess up. At the OMG headquarters in Beijing, more than a hundred employees were cheering ten young maintenance technicians on. "Uncle Luo Mu, Wang Zheng has only been learning for a month. Is this too rushed?" Ye Zisu asked worriedly in the crowd. OMG regrly held maintenancepetitions in order to encourage technicians. Although there was no restrictions against interns participating, the oue was predictable. This time, however, Luo Mu registered Wang Zheng. Luo Mu nced at Ye Zisu unexpectedly. "Silly head, you spent so much effort trying to get him in, yet you dont know his capabilities?" Ye Zisu was slightly startled. Wang Zhengs capabilities? She felt that Wang Zheng was a hardworking and serious person, but this had no rtion with talent. Besides, his gene score was ... "Silly head, dont obsess over gene scores; thats just a reference!" Luo Mu said. Initially, he didnt really want to take Wang Zheng in, but he could not put off silly Ye Zisus earnest pleas. Who would have thought that he would actually uncover a gem? Thepetition began. The tenpetitors were all the best technicians from Beijing and the surrounding areas. Wang Zheng was considered to be one of the greenhorns amongst them. This time, thepetition was about the dismantling of the core parts of the training machine. The ten of them quickly boarded thedder. They were all around thirty years old. Wang Zheng was indeed very young and inexperienced amongst them, but he was not at all slow. Ye Zisu was also watching. Wang Zheng was fast like a veteran, quickly dismantling. Luo Mu stroked his beard and nodded repeatedly. This fellow was not at all like a rookie. Crucially, he did not fluster under pressure. Some people did well during training but got too nervous duringpetitions. Wang Zheng was, on the contrary, more enthusiastic in thispetition. "Silly head, this kid has potential, but it would be a waste for him to be a technician. Although I have not seen the world, I dare to say that this kid is made for great things!" Luo Mu was really very satisfied with Wang Zheng. Ye Zisus heart was also beating fast. What did he mean by having not seen the world? In terms of solving difficult mecha problems, Luo Mu was an expert. He was OMGs trump card and it was easy for him not to show up. Actually, Luo Mu could have retired long ago, but he stayed at OMG because he liked it. In fact, Ares College once invited him to be a guest professor to teach an elective at the Mecha Department. "Uncle, you should really consider Ares Colleges idea. You can pass down more skills and techniques." "Oh, you think I dont understand you youngsters these days? High ambitions, low skills, afraid of dirt and sweat. When ites to action, one person can do the jobs of two of you," Luo Mu said. "Uncle, dont you still have students like Wang Zheng? You need to nurture and bring this part of them out!" Ye Zisu continued persuading. An experienced technician like Luo Mu held considerable influence. If he could teach at Ares College, it would benefit OMGs brand image. "Gee, silly head, dont think I dont know what youre nning ... but you do have a point. Let me ponder over it." It has to be said that Wang Zheng made Luo Mu begin to view these "gifted students" differently. Time ticked by. Wang Zheng was the first to hop down from the mech. 19 minutes and 5 seconds, a new shop record. Luo Muughed heartily and nodded. "Impressive. This kids best is usually 25 minutes. Hes broken through in apetition!" The judge had already began testing with his assembly apparatus, raising an OK hand sign shortly after. The apuse below roared louder. "A great teacher produces a great protg!" Ye Zisu also pped. This was indeed an unexpected oue. Student Wang heaved a big sigh of relief. He had finally done it. Combining the internship pay and prize money, it was enough for school fees! Solon was flustered like an ant on a hot pot recently. He had sent Skeleton numerous messages, but they had all disappeared like rocks in a big ocean. He kept wondering where he had gone wrong, but he never dreamed that it was because of the insufficient prize money! CTs first sum of prize money was instantly sent, but subsequently it had to pass a certain threshold before it would be transferred. He would never have thought that someone was waiting so eagerly. Wang Zheng was wholly engaged, and Luo Mu also put in a lot of effort to teach. A hardworking, enduring youth like him who was not afraid of dirt or tiredness, who could dislike him? Most importantly, Luo Mu could see that this kid was truly passionate from the inside. Finally, Wang Zheng became the champion of the maintenance technicianpetition, and even broke Luo Mus ownsting record of 1 hour and 13 minutes. Wang Zheng spent 50 minutes, breaking the 1 hour barrier for the first time. Wang Zhengs mobility was not something the average person could match up to. What made Wang Zheng the happiest was that this whole month of rising early and sleepingte had been worthwhile. He finally no longer had to worry about school fees. The time was short, but the rewards were huge. Wang Zheng had gained an understanding of the basic makeup of a mech and understood the hows and whys. He even found a friend in Ye Zisu. In fact, she was not as she appeared to beall lofty; her friendship still depended on feelings. A square-faced fatty had once said before: fate! Yan Xiaosu and Xie Yuxin had also returned. In this period of time after leaving school, everyone had changed. Yan Xiaosus face had be chubbier, but his change in character was more significant. This trip to Mars had been eye-opening. Yan Xiaosu now, on the contrary, was a little grateful to Yue Jingif not for her, he would still be groping around without direction. Xie Yuxin, however, did not talk much about his experiences; he had always been like this. But it could be seen that this trip out had also filled him up with more drive. School had opened at Ares College! The entrance of Ares College was flooded with people. All kinds of gorgeous maglev cars filled the streets. There were enthusiastic seniors everywhere. Especially male seniors. They exploded with unprecedented passion, eyes sweeping likeser guns across the crowd. Once they found their target, they pounced. So many youthful and beautiful juniors. Whoever made the first move had the advantage and whoever waste would lose out. Thus, there were many volunteers. But nobody cared about Wang Zheng, Yan Xiaosu, and Xie Yuxin as the three of them stood there. The three of them looked at Ares Colleges main entrance. "This entrance is too broken already. Wait till I am rich, Ill rece it with the most gorgeous in the Milky Way!" Wang Zheng and Xie Yuxin looked at each other andughed. "Wang Zheng, I dont believe that its a coincidence that your score is 60. I hope topete with you fairly this time," Xie Yuxin said suddenly. Wang Zheng paused. "Bring it on!" The three split up and reported to their departments. When Wang Zheng arrived at the Mecha Department, the enrolment teacher adjusted her sses. "Are you sure you are in the Mecha Department? Your name isnt here." Wang Zheng was stunned for a moment. This was not a prank, right? "Teacher, could I trouble you to check again?" "Wang Zheng, right? Let me check ... you belong to the Physics Department. Youvee to the wrong ce. Exit the door, turn right, go straight past three intersections." Wang Zheng was a little dazed. What was going on? Had it not been agreed upon that he would be in both the Physics Department and the Mecha Department? Dont tell me ... Wang Zheng found the Physic Department building and asked a lot of people before managing to find Xiao Fei. "Doctor, why is my name not under the Mecha Department?" Wang Zheng stared at Xiao Fei. He was a little nervous. He did not want to spend his days dealing with numbers. Xiao Fei raised her head and smiled. "Calm down a little, sit." "Doctor, this is not a joking matter. I remember you promising that I could study at two departments." Wang Zheng felt dizzy. He had already missed the registration for the army. Chapter 18: School Starts for Little Children Chapter 18: School Starts for Little Children Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Oh, since when have I, Xiao Fei, not kept my promises? You are entering as a Physics Department student. The old head has allowed you to listen in for Mecha Department lessons." Xiao Fei gazed at Wang Zheng as if he was a delicious prey. Wang Zheng was stunned. D**n, without the graduation certificate from the Mecha Department, how could he join the military after graduating? "Are there any other options?" "Student Wang, dont be rash, think carefully. You have no other paths to turn to, and the school fees will not be refunded. Besides, this years military recruitment is already over. Oh, right, even if it wasnt over, I also have my ways of not letting you go. So just stay obediently as my helper, and if youre good enough, I will then let the Mecha Department enroll you as a student." Xiao Feiughed rather sinisterly. This gifted doctor was known to be ruthless. It was a pity that Wang Zheng had been enchanted by her appearances. It was also Xiao Feis first time finding a student who she couldmunicate with,pletely different from those stupid fellows. How could she let this go? Wang Zheng was speechless. What was this? He had absolutely no interest in physics. In the past, he had only done it to apany the elderly in conversation; after all, the Old Merchant was rather pitiful. "Student Wang, actually, the principal and I have put in a lot of effort. Think about who would want you based on your circumstances. I have used my status as a professor to specially recruit you, but the Mecha Department has no one specially recruiting you. You have to prove your worth through your own actions. I have taken on a huge risk in this matter. You dont seem like someone who is irresponsible," Xiao Fei said with mncholy, as if Wang Zheng had done something against the heavens. Wang Zheng understood. He was already on board, and there was no getting off. The good thing was that there was still a chance. "Cough cough. Thanks, teacher. I will definitely work hard!" "Very good. That is the attitude a student should have. Your macro ideas are pretty good, but the micro details are a little rough. Study well, youll definitely have a bright future," Xiao Fei said in a senior fashion. Wang Zheng smiled bitterly and nodded. D**n it, he definitely did not want to have a future in physics. Wang Zheng resigned and found his dormitory. Three of his roommates had already arrived, except they were nowhere to be seen. After Wang Zheng tossed his luggage onto the only empty bed, his Skylink beeped and rang. "Boss, meet at the flower beds at the school entrance. Colleges first gathering has begun!" Yan Xiaosu had already thoroughly felt the waves of youth; his voice was so passionate. By the time Wang Zheng arrived, Yan Xiaosu and Xie Yuxin were already waiting. "How is it? Feels pretty good, right?" Xie Yuxin said. " Did you already know beforehand that Im in the Physics Department?" Xie Yuxin shrugged. "No choice. Only professors have the power to specially recruit people. Isnt it pretty good that Xiao Fei sees something in you? Anyway, you have the opportunity to listen in at the Mecha Department. Youll be alright if you grasp the opportunity." Wang Zheng also knew that it was truly already pretty good. "Little Yu, you are too secretive. Why didnt you tell us that Gu Te was a rtive of yours? It would have been great to spend all that donation money!" Yan Xiaosu sighed. "The school is not my familys property. I merely made use of an opportunity. Based on Wang Zhengs capability, he deserves to enter. Dont look for me for matters of special rights." "Gee, impressive. His reputation as one of the four school princes surely holds up," Yan Xiaosu said while smiling. "Whats that?" "Are you guysgging? Our friend here, Little Yu, is the principals grandson. He was Dawn Middle Schools top student. He is not only tall but handsome; he has already been named a school prince." "You take these kinds ofme things seriously." Xie Yuxin had an expression of indifference. He was never interested in these things. "Tsk, I knew you would have this kind of response. It must be really easy to flirt with girls with a reputation like yours. Remember to introduce a few to us brothers next time, and organize more gatherings. Boss and my futures are in your hands!" "Xiao Su, dont drag me along with your wishes." "D**n, you guys are all so upright and gentlemanly. Whats college without flirting?" Yan Xiaosus mood was rather urgent. Opening Skylink, an ad popped up. "Oh, Im counting on you two. Im definitely going to be a bachelor for life. Ye Zisu has already been rated as the No. 1 freshman. If she can introduce one or two, theyd definitely be pretty good. Luckily, were schoolmates with her." Wang Zheng and Xie Yuxin were very helpless. Although food and sex were basic needs, this fellow was too anxious. It seemed like Yue Jing had vanished from his life, and that was actually pretty good. Wherever there were people, there were circles. School was a circle too. Ares College was one of the top three colleges on Earth, so it naturally attracted exceptional students from all over. A new ce, a new battlefield. Those that were good naturally wanted to have a good fight in their own areas of strengths. However, even amongst the exceptional, it was still easy to pick out those that were outstanding and those that were heavens treasures. Xie Yuxin, gic evaluation of A, full marks. Note: Principals grandson, son of a rich family, family has influence on both the education world and the military. Masasi, from the Moon, gic evaluation of A, full marks. Note: This person rejected an invitation from An College, the best on the moon, toe to Earth. Carl: From Mars, gic evaluation of A, full marks. Note: Principal went to Mars three times for this person. Masasi and Carl were the principals ultimate weapons. He activated a considerable amount of connections and favors in order to get these two students. He had definitely offended An College. This was the most ssic way to poach. While one of the top three colleges on Earth, it had been in a disadvantageous state in recent years in thepetition for survival. Europes Zeus Military College and the Americas Apollo Military College were stably in first and second ce. Gu Te had run out of optionsinstead of sitting and waiting, why not dig from stronger ces?! Only results could attract outstanding students. Gu Te did not want the mighty name of Ares Military College to fail under his watch. Photos tell the truth. Amongst the three freshmen, appearance wise, Xie Yuxin definitely beat Masasi and Carl by a few levels. This also made Yan Xiaosu very proudhe could use Little Yus name when he hit on girls. "To think there are really so manyme people!" "True, nows the era of speedymunications!" "Is that it? Its not that fast, right? At least Wang Zheng has not gone up," Xie Yuxin said. He was rather interested in sizing Wang Zheng up. He had always felt that something was up with Wang Zheng, but the kid was very calm and he simply could find out. Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. "Dont get me involved. Low profile, low profile." "Hehe, sometimes you cant keep a low profile even if you want to." "I n to join the photography club, to capture beautiful life. What are your ns?" "I dont mind. I havent thought about it. Basically, I dont intend to waste my time," Xie Yuxin said. "Im afraid it depends on how things turn out. Xiao Fei wants me as her assistant." "Doctor Xiao? Xiao Fei? Wait up!" Yan Xiaosu swiped the window on his Skylink wildly. A photo of Xiao Fei surfaced. "Boss, is this her?" Wang Zheng nodded. Yan Xiaosu seemed very passionate. "F***, f***, f***. I havent even found my footing here, and youre already ahead. Teacher Xiao Fei is the top beauty in school. In a darkboratory, one man and one woman, dry firewood and mes, teacher and student ..." Wang Zheng and Xie Yuxin gave Yan Xiaosu a severe look of disdain at almost the same time. This fellow could associate anything with that thing. How desperate. "Cough cough. However, I heard that this great beauty, Xiao Fei, is a little chili pepper. The students who have been done in by her are not just one or two. People say that she is not much older than us, so how are her brains so smart?" "Oh, Teacher Xiao Feis gene evaluation is S-grade, belonging to the ssified range. Naturally, she is different from normal people like us," Xie Yuxin said. Grandfather had put in huge amounts of effort to make her stay that year, because at that time, the An Empire had already extended their invitation. "In the Milky Way, its very rare for anyone to reject the An Empires invitation since it represents the most exquisite treatment and the best benefits. Thats the world that belongs to elites. "The An Empire has the strictest admission requirements in the Milky Way Gxy. For talents immigrate there, their family needs to possess three generations of talent. Only the most indispensable elites can count as just one generation. You can count with your fingers how many times that has happened in the past decade, and Xiao Fei actually rejected them. It was a big hoo-ha then. Guess what reason she gave?" "Ive heard about this before too. Its said that Ans chief of immigrations vomited blood three times!" Yan Xiaosuughed. "... cant be that it was too far, right?" Wang Zheng casually said. Yan Xiaosu and Xie Yuxin look at Wang Zheng in a daze. "You two surely have the same vocabry!" This counted as a reason too ... however, this was really somethingpletely unexpected, as people would die for the opportunity she was given. Yet it was not unbelievable with Xiao Feis special personality. "This incident made the Sr System Alliance very proud and also raised the prestige of Ares College. No one can reach her level of poprity in our school. Its a pity that shes only willing to take in 30 students each year. We must thank Wang Zheng. Whenever there are big lectures, everyone can admire her elegance," Xie Yuxin said. "Grandfather said to me earlier: he has never seen Xiao Fei appreciate someone like this ever before. In Xiao Feis eyes, everyone in her generation, other than n Tucker, is a piece of trash!" Xie Yuxin observed Wang Zheng. He somehow felt like this kid had a secret. Something was up, but he could not figure out what it was. After their short gathering, they all returned to their dorms. With the start of school, there were still plenty of orientation activities running and the three were interested in taking a look. Returning to Physics Departments dorms, the three roommates were already there. Wang Zheng was also very happy to be able to get to make new friends. "Yao Ailun, from Madagascar. I came for Doctor Xiao Fei. She will be the greatest physics scientist of our time!" Yao Ailun was of average height, bespectacled, a little childish, and spoke with his head slightly lowered and slightly shy. But there was a fanaticism when he spoke of Xiao Fei. "Chen Xiu, Chongshan City. Three big brothers, please take care of me!" he said and then bowed. "D**n, how am I in the same dorm as you people? Yao Ailun, the only middle schooler on Earth to win the top prize of the Alliance Physics Discovery Competition. Chen Xiu, prodigy of fourteen years old, youngest in the whole college. D**n it, my name is Zhang Shan, you all can call me Big Shan!" Big Shan was close to two meters tall, and he really did not look like someone who studied physics. Yao Ailun adjusted his spectacles. "Zhang Shan, Professor Zheng Deyus son, always been Professor Zhang Deyus assistant. And Professor Zhang Deyu was also Professor Xiao Feis college teacher. This year he was involved in the publishing of The God Particles Movement in Space. Although the honor belongs to Professor Zhang Deyu, its been said on the outside that you had involvement in it too, and even offered important insights. Interesting!" Upon mention of this, Yao Ailuns little eyes sparkled. Chapter 19: Everyone’s an Expert Chapter 19: Everyones an Expert Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Chen Xiu scratched his head with an embarrassed look on his face. "Im actually quite dumb. Dr Xiao Fei had already independently researched space pration theory by the time she was my age." The three of them turned to face Wang Zheng simultaneously. Wang Zheng was shocked dizzy just from hearing the backgrounds of these three. What is this ce? Im just here to mingle around until my transfer to the Mecha Department is approved. Cough "My name is Wang Zheng. Im from the capital and Im no one special." At this point, the three stared intensely at Wang Zheng before shouting in unison, "YOU ARE THAT WANG ZHENG?!!" "Uh, is there a problem?" The three looked at each other in dismay. "F**k, who would have thought that the most mysterious individual to be specially recruited by the academy would be in our dormitory!?" "Elder Brother Wang Zheng, I heard that you are Teacher Xiao Feis special assistant. In the future, you must give us more guidance," Chen Xiu said, with a face of adoration as he looked at Wang Zheng. Student Wang started to sweat. He knew himself the best, but these three individuals in front of him were the real deal. Zhang Shan attentively sized up Wang Zheng. "Thats great. My father said that the Doctor had found a rare genius. Who would have thought that he would be in our dormitory? We now have the opportunity to spend the next four years interacting with each other!" "Wang Zheng, my aim will be to surpass you. Watch out, I will definitely be the Doctors assistant; that is my sole meaning in life!" Yao Ailuns small eyes began to sparkle with brilliance. Wang Zheng had nothing to say. What in the world was happening? It turned out that his dormitory was a gathering ce for the special individuals of the Physics Department, yet all he wanted to was to just get this over with! Wang Zheng suddenly had a feeling that his university life would not be so rxed. When three fanatical scientists gathered together, the topic of conversation spiralled towards the direction in which the scientific world was heading. Wang Zheng tactfully excused himself. Hell, Xiao Fei must have done this on purpose. No matter how she arranged it, he was a warrior that lived to pilot mechs; everything else was just a hobby. The school was bustling with activity. The numerous students eyes burned with the passion of youth and their ambitions. Wang Zheng was no different, but he felt like he was just a bystander. It was all Boneheads fault; he had trained him to be like this. After checking the days training schedule in his email.... Grannys leg, that liar (Solon) was indeed very persistent. He had actually sent over a hundred emails! With the mass select function, all of those messages were sent to the junk folder! Wang Zheng did not even read a single message before getting rid of all of them. He had not battled for a period of time and he felt an urge to do so. He turned around and rushed to Brothers Net Cafe. Wang Zheng was still considered an old customer, so the boss, who cherished old customers, gave him a 20% discount. Recently, Solon felt as though each day was a year, and his hair had almost all fallen out. He had previously written innumerable sincere emails with the sincerity he had when he was writing love letters in university! Yet the other party did not even spare him a single look. After Skeleton had beaten Justin, Solon had already made up his mind. This was his future; he would stake everything on it! If he failed, he would have been a martyr. But the problem was that this gambling chip had disappeared, so what could he do? It was really a headache! At this point, the assistant rushed in through the door, giving Solon a fright. As Solon prepared to scold him, he saw that the assistants face was a red as a pigs blood. "Boss, hes appeared!" "GOD, youve finally appeared. Ive waited till the yellow lily has gone cold. Immediately carry out the n, advertise it in every way possible!" "Yes, Boss! Everyone has been on standby and is ready to do so!" Even the workers outside were excited. Among CTs achievements, even these eternally low level workers had finally gotten a sense of hope. CTs welfare was extremely good, but who could withstand the long working hours with lowpay?! CT was an extremelyrgepany, so publicity and operations were separately managed. Once you entered it, thepany demanded that you produce results. If not, you would have to face the consequences. What made things worse was that the Beginner Arena was the most unpredictable one among the lot. The previous time where Skeleton triumphed over Justin had already reinvigorated the silent Beginner Arena. Kids were even worshipping him now! However, whenever Skeleton disappeared, it was usually for a period of a month. This break also led the kids to wait for his return anxiously. It was a good thing that there would be a great show on the first day of school. "Boss, an update. Although we have yet to start, the number of viewers has already exceeded 10,000!" "Excellent, continue onwards. Once he makes a selection, immediately take action!" As Solon drummed his fingers against the table, his face was full of excitement. What in the world was Skeleton thinking of? An individual like him should notck money or fame. If it was just for fame, then he did not have to start at the beginner arena. What was he thinking of? What needed to be done to secure a long term partnership with him? This was a headache-inducing issue! If Wang Zheng was here, he would have definitely shouted out just one word: MONEY!!!!!! Sometimes, the answer is very simple. Wang Zheng did not opt to go for 1v1 this time around; he opted for the group battle, 5v5. Thest time he participated in one, he was just watching Xiao Su y, but this time he would be able to try it for himself. Individual battles did not possess arge amount of skill to learn from. However, in group battles, there were many learning opportunities. Entering matchmaking. Wang Zhengs choice had caused the technicians to scramble hurriedly. Their preparations had to be changed. Who would have expected that he would have chosen to engage in a 5v5? 20 secondster, matchmaking wasplete. Wang Zheng entered the team mode. Teammates: "Big Sister Zhou and I," "Donkey Looking for Mule," "Its a Trap," "Raincloud Dancer". "Hello, everyone, I am a girl. I might make mistakes, so please bear with me," spoke Raincloud Dancer. Although one could not see her looks, her voice was pleasant to hear, "Haha, little sister, no worries, brother here is an expert. Leave your contact here so I can carry you in future!" said Donkey Finding Mule before opening up his video link. He was indeed slightly handsome. Tilting his face at a 30 degree angle, he even knew how to present his face at an appropriate angle! He seemed to be an expert at wooing girls! "How are we going to fight?" Its a Trap asked. "Lets just do as we please; this is not even a high level fight," Big Sister Zhou and I replied. "Okay, as we please then. Wreck them!" "F**k me, what is this? Why did we get matched up with military guys?" The beginner arena also had military teams participating in it. However, for above average military teams, they would have to climb their way to the top from the beginner arena, to the bronze arena, then to the silver arena, and so on. Although the other side also consisted of beginners, it was unfortunate that they were from the ck Tortoise Corps. This was a famous diamond-ranked army corps, so your average joe would not be able to join them! "Hey, the opposing side has an individual with a 100% win rate." "Hehe,ing to the beginner arena to stomp noobs; he must be careful not to get struck by lightning!" "Kill him!" "I love to break the hymen."[1] Game loading... 10%... 50%... 100%... Map: Norton Star Twisted Jungle "The opposing side is full of professional soldiers, so be careful, everyone. Our only aim is to lose gracefully. F**k, Skeleton, do you have a mental problem? Why did you pick the Brittleskin!?" Its a Trap eximed. "Screw it, a girl, a noob, the enemy is full of professionals; we are going to lose for sure. No need to be serious, just goof around," Big Sister Zhou and I replied indifferently. He activated his Demon Wolf Mark V and charged out without a second word. "F**k, today has been full of useless people! Ive lost the entire day! Now that school has started, why are there still so many kids ying around?!" groaned Its a Trap. Simrly, he rushed out with his Bata Type V. The other two yers also set off immediately after them, two to the topne, two to the bottomne. Only Wang Zheng went alone to the middlene. The mecha that spawned from the fort had already rushed out majestically. It was said that Norton Star had a gravity five times stronger than Earths, which was also the case on this map. However, Wang Zheng was not worried, as he had not discovered any enemies yet. However, what the yers didnt know was that this battle had a surprisinglyrge number of spectators! There were over 15,000 spectators watching, and the number of invitations to watch had exceeded 50,000! Less than 5 minutester, there was a system announcement: Raincloud Dancer, destroyed! Although she was a girl, the opponents did not know that. The moment she exposed herself, she was destroyed by the enemys Hunter Type 3 with a headshot. Its a Trap was also bbergasted. He had reminded her a second toote and she was destroyed! Before he had the opportunity to react, the enemys Bata Type V had already appeared, savagely slicing towards him with its titanium de. Its a Trap still had a few tricks up his sleeve, but the sniper hiding in the shadows had already fired anotherser at him. In a few breaths worth of time, another Hunter Type V rushed out to attack him. Three vs Two, he was done for; after all, Its a Trap was basically blind in one eye. At the seventh minute, the red side had lost yet another mech. Its a Trap, destroyed! Donkey Looking For Mule had nothing to say. "Everyone is a fraud! F**k! Your father doesnt care anymore! Killing one of them is enough for me!" The topne had three mecha, so the middle and bottomnes would definitely only had one mech each. Big Sister Zhou and I along with Donkey Looking For Mule immediately increased their speed. As expected, there was only one Wild Beast Type 3 defending! Would he even be able to defend? The two in the protection of their mecha started to make preparations for their attack. However, this Wild Beast Type 3 was rather rude. He depended on the forts fortifications to ward off attacks and did not care to do it properly. Paying attention to the battle fort and killing the Wild Beast Type 3 simultaneously did not seem realistic. The three mecha on the topne were retreating back to base at top speed. They were nning to carry out a blitzkrieg. If they didnt, they would really be annihted! They would have to do it regardless of the effort it took. While they were paying attention to the forts intense battle, a Demon Wolf Type V rushed out. Your granny! Theres no one in the midne? Another trap! "Skeleton, there is no one at mid, rush forward quickly! We cannot be beaten without having a single kill!" shouted Big Sister Zhou and I anxiously. Yet what Wang Zheng really wanted to ask was if Big Sister Zhou was his sister or his girlfriend... Topnes Hunter Type 3 was not as fast and thus decided to cut through the middlene. Demon Wolf and Bata, on the other hand, took the longer route from within the base to bottomne. Middlene had a noob using a Brittleskin, so even though the Hunter Type 3 was an ambush-type mech, there was nothing to fear. Wang Zheng did not rush in aggressively, as he could sense impending danger. On the other hand, the fight at bottomne had turned incredibly intense withrge amounts of explosions and gunfire. Big Sister Zhou and I and Donkey Looking for Mule had been surrounded. Although the two had the advantage in numbers, they were still destroyed. Only Wang Zheng was left. The four who had died did not think too much of the situation. After all, this was quite normal when encountering a trap, yet the problem was... When the four quit, they had a shock. There were so many spectators! Were they all watching theirpetition? Could it be that these people were sickos that derived pleasure from watching noobs get rolled? Sister Zhou and I stared nkly ... Skeleton? Could that be THE Skeleton? GOD! At this point, Its a Trap could no longer stand it and shouted, "Why are you still dying the fight!? Just surrender; dont waste time!" He did not notice the number of viewers on the top right hand corner of the screen. Bang The enemys Hunter Type 3 had been destroyed. He did not even notice where the Wargod No. 1 hade from. When he realized, it was already toote, as a titanium de had lunged at him. He did not even have the opportunity to react. "Hey, whats the situation? Old Hat has been destroyed by a Wargod No 1." "This guy might be a sockpuppet. Be careful, everyone!" "Definitely. So what if hes a diamond yer? Wreck him, A!" Four mecha rushed toward the red sides fort. Hunter was in charge of scouting, so he rushed forward at full speed. However, he did not notice even a shadow of the enemy. The rest had started to surround the fort; winning was just a matter of time. Wang Zheng silently waited for the opportunity to strike, but the formation of the four mecha was extremely tight. So long as one was attacked, the other three would immediately be able to retaliate. The four mecha began their assault. Explosions and ash riddled the air. At this rate, the fort would not be able to hold on any longer. Time was slowly running out. There was no way to salvage this. If an expert were to use a high level mech, there would still be a chance of victory, as the piloting ability and reaction time of these individuals were not high. However, the Wargod No. 1 was not capable of this; it would not be able to resist such an onught. Could it be that the legend would end here? Solon was about to burst out in tears. Grannys leg, he could have just fought a 1v1! Why a group battle!? Did he not know that the rivers were filled with vicious traps? It was all over. Although a loss did not matter, the yers interest in Skeleton would dwindle, meaning Solons future ns were meaningless. Why in world is this happening! Wang Zhengs Wargod No. 1 continued to hide in cover, silently waiting... However, looking at humans in general, when one neared sess, they would inevitably ck off, especially if one was in an extremely dominating position. At this point in time, Old Hat, the one who had been previously destroyed, excitedly shouted out over themunication channel, "Brothers! Be careful, that Brittleskin is Skeleton. He is definitely hiding somewhere waiting for an opportunity to strike. Dont becent; when we win this battle, we will be famous!" F**k, this is why the opponents ID seemed so familiar. It was actually Skeleton! Didnt he only y 1v1? Weve struck a gold mine! The four enemies who had initially cked off immediately snapped to attention. They renewed their assault on the fort with greater effort and watched their surroundings more vigntly. Wang Zhengs four teammates sighed in sadness. If they had known this earlier, they would not have fought so recklessly. Hell, as of now, not even a god could save them. ----------------------------------- [1](Direct TL, meaning is actually to break his winning streak) Chapter 20: Godly Pentakill! Chapter 20: Godly Pentakill! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Pity, hes been found out. There goes the only chance," Ma Xiao said sympathetically. The teammates around him also shook their heads. It was almost impossible now for the opponent to not take his presence seriously. Now that the opponents were paying full attention, the chances of victory were almost zero. "Justin, in a situation like this, how many do you think could you kill?" Ma Xiao asked. Justin was also watching while he was on his Skylink. "Using Brittleskin? Two at most. No chance of killing more. But if I were using my own superior mech, there would be a forty percent chance of victory." "Cmon, youre treating them as if theyre idiots. They just need to stick together and y shamelessly. Still, theres no chance because time is running out!" Ma Xiaoughed. Victory came either by fully eliminating the enemy team, or by destroying the enemys fort. And now the red teams fort was in a precarious state. Time was most precious. Having uncovered Skeletons identity, the opponents were not going to scatter and allow him the opportunity to sneak attack. Surely enough, the Wargod No. 1 could not hide anymore; he had to move. But movement meant death. Under everyones eyes, the Wargod No. 1 actually revealed his position immediately, rushing towards the four huddled mecha. GOD, what was this??? At this moment, every staff member in the CT office stood up. Solon clenched his fist; he no longer had any paths of return! The stats for this battle kept rising in a straight line. Most frighteningly, through word of mouth, more and more people gushed in. They were all here to witness Skeleton ying Brittleskin exceptionally well. But the circumstances definitely left everyone feeling despair. Four against one. The fort in danger. A desperate sprint. It was the final showdown! Although the Wargod No. 1 was hiding very close to the four mecha, it was still 50 meters away, but this was a fatal 50 meters. Two Demon Wolf Type Vs, one Bata Type V, and one Beast Type III against a suddenly rushing opponent. Theirser guns took aim at the same time. Hong hong long long ... Light radiated in all directions. The Wargod No. 1 rushed towards his opponents like a whirlwind. Everyones mouths were agape ... what was this speed??? Wang Zheng pushed the throttle to the maximum and elerated from inside the cockpit. Under the pilots control, the Wargod No. 1 let out a thunderous sound. With this high-speed advance,sers brushed past the mech narrowly. Thesers shot by the four mecha were either blocked by trees or dodged. Within an instant, the Wargod No. 1 pulled within the range of 20 meters. The second bombardment ofsers was executed in close proximity. Solon andpany felt suffocated. This time there was no cover anymore. At this moment, the straight-moving Wargod No. 1 pulled off an Arched Slide Step, a left arc ... Lord! Right arc! The double arcs closed the distance between them immediately! In an instant, he was within close quartersbat range. The four, seemingly also wanting to please the crowd, were not startled at all. The Beast Type III immediately advanced, using his body as a meat shield. Even if Wargod No. 1 had godly prowess, he probably didnt have much energy left after such a movement. The Bata Type III followed up while both Demon Wolf mecha nked. Inescapable! At this moment, the A.I. was eating through the fortsst line of defense. Given the current situation, it would only hold up for at most 20 seconds. Was 20 seconds enough to reverse the oue dictated by the heavens? Ma Xiao shrugged helplessly. It was a pity that Skeleton would die so terribly after demonstrating a technique like consecutive Arced Slide Steps. At their level, losing itself was not scaryit was more important to find out how one lost. Hong ... The Beast Type III ... was sent flying? The Wargod No. 1 sprang out from the gap in an instant, his titanium knife breaking through. The Bata Type II that followedpletely had no idea what had happened to the Beast mech. The opponent suddenly appeared in front of his eyes right after. The alloy de cut into the cockpit. Sparks were flying everywhere, but in this period of at least one second, there was not enough time to pull out the titanium knife anymore. Both Demon Wolf Type V mecha were already assaulting. DOUBLE KILL! The Bata exploded, but the Bata yer still revealed a bright smile. Someone had to be sacrificed anyway. However, what surprised everyone was that the Wargod No. 1 suddenly pulled back and the mech swayed strongly. It was as if the two Demon Wolf mecha had made a mistake and missed. Their two titanium des criss crossed and fell on each other instead of on their target. At this moment, there was absolutely no time to activate energy shields. Both Demon Wolf Type V yers watched as their own teammate stabbed towards themselves. They wanted to activate their energy shields, but their fingers pressed the buttons a tenth of a second toote. So close yet so far! Hong ... TRIPLE KILL! The system hyped! ... QUADRA KILL! The system announced! At this time, the battle fort only had a bit of defense left. The Wargod No. 1 instantly drew his own titanium knife,nding on the Beast Type III with a backflip. Norton Stars two suns were shining brightly at this time, causing the titanium knife to dazzle blindingly as it stabbed towards the Beast Type IIIs head! Hong ... PENTA KILL! (Five kills) Team kill! Red Team WIN! Global notification. Congrattions, Skeleton. Pentakill. Reward of one hundred points and one Warriors Medal. Keep it up! The system sounded iparably fierce and solemn, and there was utter silence everywhere. In CTs work hall, all of the staff members were stunned. What kind of operation was this? This was the rhythm of a god! Solons hand trembled like a pendulum. His cigarette had already burnt his finger, but he was not aware of it. All of the staff members looked towards Solon with expressions of worship. This director on the verge of transfer had actually made a judgment of godly uracy. Solon waved his hand, calmly indicating for everyone to continue working. Legend has it that everyone heard the chairman burst into tears behind his offices locked door. The spectator zone was already boiling at this time. Even in the final ten seconds, people were stilling in. Of course, some hade to watch the myth of Skeleton extinguish, but they instead saw the godlike operation. In CT, only a mech that was at least 80% destroyed counted as a kill. A triple kill was already incredible. A Pentakill was a miracle. Pentakill under extreme conditions! Godly operation! Godly knowledge! Godly rhythm! After the previous ughter of Justin, Skeleton had performed yet another miracle. Wang Zheng removed his touch sensors and quietly reminisced the battle. His decision was rather urate. He expected the opponent to be rxed; not that the enemies would bepleted wed, but rather rxed due to the absolute confidence they would have. With that kind of mentality, the opponents shooting would only be about seventy to eighty percent serious. Their formation was alsopletely within his expectations. Foresight in battle was of utmost importance. Seeing that his own operations were passable against noobs, Wang Zheng was not at allcent. He knew that he was still in CTs lowest levels, yet this sort of battle definitely taught him many lessons. Nimble footwork was also extremely important. In random situations, one had to depend entirely on instincts. If he had insisted on holding on to the titanium knife, the oue could have been disastrous. Fortunately, there were no weapons under Boneheads training. Every part of the body was a weapon, and the opponents weapons were, even more so, weapons, so why not use them? There was a warmth in his chest, it was quite afortable feeling. This indicated that the Rubiks Cube also approved of his realization. He did not battle merely inrge amountsquality and proper reflection was more important. Student Wang was a good kid who loved learning. Wang Zheng finished off his drink before leaving. He could not waste the boss act of sincerity. The CT forums in Asia were already exploding. Although the battle had ended, the mood of the yers online was still fervent. Some battles were worth reminiscing. Their blood was still burning. When the rey of the battle was released, the forums erupted into discussions that were led by the experienced yers. They were trying topete with the official sources to release a quicker analysis. There truly existed crouching tigers and hidden dragons amongst the newbies! Most of the match was almostpletely neglected by everyone. Thest half a minute was the essence of the essence. The legendary penta kill, and it was a penta kill by a Wargod No. 1. Regardless of what level, what equipment, and what situation, anyone who did a penta kill would be one to watch, even more so when it urred during such a counterattack. "This kid is too sick!" Justin was also reviewing the rey and was already at the stage of awe. "He purposely waited until the fort was about to fall before he acted!" Ma Xiao was also watching. It was not necessary for them to analyse, but the more they watched, the more shocked they became. They were definitely overlooking many details in their current state. "Hiding in wait like a poisonous snake, such endurance!" "Oh, no matter who it was, they would think that victory was within their grasp. This fellows close quartersbat skill is absolutely first ss. Oh, I really cant wait for him to enter our world already." Justin and Ma Xiao looked at each other before turning off the video. This person was bound to enter their world, and then there could be a bloody revolution. Rx? How? The video analysis was released. The dodge at the start had already be a ssic, but the four opponents still had an eighty percent chance at victory. However, when Beast Type III lose his defensive position, it was fatal. In the team fight, this had no use whatsoever. The rush was too aggressive; they were thinking that the opponent would not dodge, and they wanted to overthrow the opponent immediately. But they did not expect that the Wargod No. 1 would fly so stably The task seemed simple. Although the Wargod No. 1 was faced with a big assault, from start to end, he did not lose his centeredness. The Bata Type V was apletely tragedy. Its only purpose was to keep Skeletons knife stuck, and there was no room for the two Demon Wolf mecha toin. In an instant, the Wargod No. 1 made continuous discements, and while it appeared to not move, itpletely shook the centeredness of the two Demon Wolf mecha. Their attacks were crooked, and the Wargod No. 1s subsequent operation was divine. սһŴŹâɵʱ,Ѿ! When the Wargod No. 1 brought the light and killed the Beast, he had already be a god! This was the consensus of all the yers viewing. This was a wless battle! Skeleton godly penta kill! Master of battle techniques, master of control. A new generation of a Wargod was rising! Perhaps the novice zone had really been dull for too long. When a blockbuster like this happened, a strong chain reaction started. A review usually maintained high levels of attention for about ten minutes, after which it would decline rapidly with time. But not this review. The increasing speed had already frightened staff. This was not your ordinary battle; it should not even ur by chance! Most frighteningly, every viewing would uncover new discoveries, more things that had previously been overlooked. The opponents were considered pretty good. The battle techniques and potential of the newbie squad trained by Team ck Tortoise was certainly outstanding. No one would believe that a team of such caliber was penta killed. Chapter 21: Dormitory 007 Chapter 21: Dormitory 007 Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the office, a fully concentrated Solon began to write sincere emails to all of the ranked yers. If a hundred emails were not enough, he would write a thousand! Wang Zheng had just left Brothers Net Cafe when his Skylink began to ring incessantly. It was Ye Zisu. "Whats up, Zisu?" "I hope your dormitory isnt too shabby, but on behalf of my dormitory roommates, I would like to invite you to join us for a gathering!" Ye Zisu seemed pretty embarrassed. It seemed as though she was being coerced into doing so. Wang Zheng paused to consider the offer. "Todays girls were pretty enthusiastic," he thought to himself, before replying, "Your offer is pretty enticing." "Alright, then its settled. I will be there this weekend to organize this." After saying so, she hung up the Skylink call, yet in the background, sounds of excitementing from numerous girls could be heard. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders nonchntly. He could feel the callings of a university life from this invitation. ⷽͬѧDZȽϵ,żҲǿɰӰ,ӦѾԶ֮. With regards to this aspect, Student Wang was pretty cool about it. Having such adorable thoughts was something he rarely had nowadays. At night, the dormitory was aze with chatter, amon urrence. Firstly, they had to decide who would serve as the dormitory head. Yao Ailun gently adjusted his spectacles and said, "In the future, we will all be brothers in arms. Naturally, the dormitory head will have to be the most capable individual. I am a meticulous individual, and with regards to lesson curriculum and information gathering, I am an expert." A glimmer of light could be seen in Yao Ailuns eyes. Zhang Shan gave a slight smile. "I was my intermediate schools MMA champion. I will ensure everyones safety!" Simrly, Chen Xiu bashfully said, "Im the youngest here and hope to serve the rest of you." The three of them then looked in Wang Zhengs direction. Wang Zheng was sincerely disinterested in thispetition for the role of dormitory head. "Wang Zheng, although you might hail from the capital, this alone is not a legitimate reason for you to be the dormitory head," spoke Yao Ailun. Wang Zheng was a student that was specially admitted into the academy. Furthermore, he was the Doctors personal assistant. He could be considered an individual with significant "influence." Coughs "I have no strong points so as to speak. However, what I would like to say is that for this weekend, the Mecha Departments girls would like to have a friendly gathering. Are you interested?" Wang Zheng asked. Zhang Shans eyebrows creased. "The Mecha Department? Do you intend to feed us to dinosaurs?!" Yao Ailunughed mischievously. "Being uncultured is truly frightening. The girls from the Mecha Department might not necessarily be pilots. Wang Zheng, are they beauties? Dont throw us into the fire!" Wang Zheng pondered for a moment.... If all the girls were of the same caliber as Ye Zisu.... "I have not met these girls personally before, but they ought to be beauties. One of them was known as the schools flower in my previous school." The three of them then looked at each other momentarily. Zhang Shan suddenly reached out to grab Wang Zheng. "Even if youre a tyrant, its fine! I strongly rmend Wang Zheng to serve as our dormitory head! In the future, we three brothers will rely on you!" "Ah, a school flower? Its my favourite kind of flower," Yao Ailun said as he gracefully wiped his spectacles, his eyes full of vigor." "But... what about me?" a pitiful Chen Xiu said as he pointed at himself. Sometimes, being the youngest was not an advantage. "Little Xiu, dont be anxious. We will take up and share your burden, so rest assured!" Zhang Shan said as he patted Chen Xiu vigorously, almost knocking him to the floor. Thus, Student Wang was chosen to be the dormitory head. Sometimes, the reasons mene up with are nonsensical. However, Wang Zheng had a feeling that if Ye Zisus friends were indeed dinosaurs, these chaps would definitely have him overthrown. And this was how Ares Colleges first day of chatter had unfolded. Wang Zheng was a good listener and these three had interesting backgrounds. Zhang Shan had chosen the Physics Department over the Mecha Department, the exact opposite of what Wang Zheng would have chosen. There were indeed people from all sorts of background here! To Zhang Shan, physical exercise was just a hobby that was iparable to the greatness of the scientific realm. Developing the mind was a never-ending journey. Just by looking at hisrge frame, one could not see at first nce that he was indeed an intelligent and refined modern youth. However, in Wang Zhengs case, he was mulling over how he could quickly get rid of his attachment to the Physics Department and return to the embrace of the Mecha Department! That day woulde eventually! Despite Wang Zheng going to sleep with these lovely thoughts in his head, that night, he had a nightmare. He did not dream of Bonehead. No. It was worse. Xiao Fei was using his face to sharpen a sword[1]... "Boy, while you live, your body belongs to me. When you die, your soul will belong to me. No matter how vast and wide the universe might be, you will always be a part of the Physics Department..." In his dreams, Wang Zheng repeatedly reassured himself that this was only a dream, and that it will all be over once he awakens. As the first rays of light lit up the sky, Wang Zheng opened his eyes. Last night, the other three had thoroughly talked about all of the beauties they could conquer under the cosmos[2]. It seemed that even those of the Physics Department were extremely passionate about such matters. However, Wang Zheng was not the sole one to wake up early. Zhang Shans bed, the one opposite his, was already empty. When Wang Zheng arrived at the gym court, he understood. He was not the only early bird; there were already numerous individuals carrying out their own forms of morning exercise. Zhang Shans size was too eye-catching. He was only wearing a short sleeved sweatshirt, so one could see the muscles rippling explosively underneath as he did his single-armed chin ups. He looked extremely rxed as he executed his chin ups smoothly. Without paying any attention to the stares of those around him, Zhang Shan leaped to the ground with a single somersault. If there were any girls around, they would surely scream in excitement. Seeing Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan was slightly surprised. "I did not expect you to have the habit of training in the morning." Wang Zheng gave him a smile and replied, "My aim is to be a mech pilot after all. I have to keep on training." Zhang Shan looked at Student Wangs "small" physique. "Looking at your body size, I think you should just give up. You might still have a chance to enter the Officers Department. A mech pilot would suffer arge burden on the body and thus not everyone is eligible. This is why the Earths forces are insufficient. You should instead focus on your strengths and develop them." Wang Zheng nomittally replied, "Your bodys toughness and flexibility is excellent, yet youre wasting your talent by not being a mech pilot. " Zhang Shanughed loudly. He now saw Wang Zheng in a different light. Wang Zheng did not mention his muscles but rather the flexibility of his body as though he was trying to hint at something. "Do you want topete?" Zhang Shan asked without thinking. Wang Zheng waved his hands. "I think you should continue training. If the opportunity arises, we will exchange pointers." Wang Zhengs first step was to cultivate the first level of his breathing art. The best effects were produced when this was done facing the morning sun. However, this was not taught by Bonehead but rather his father. This breathing technique allowed him to be one with the heavens. A newborn fetus is able to absorb the Heaven and Earth spiritual qi, but once one grows older, they will be less and less able to do so. Thus, this breathing technique allowed one to condition themselves to achieve such a state and absorb the qi. Wang Zheng had previously thought that this was a load of nonsense, but after cultivating the first level of the art, he had felt that it seemed slightly reasonable. He sat down facing the morning son after finding an empty space. The first level of the breathing technique began to slowly circte within his body. On the outside, it seemed as though the first level of the breathing arts operation was more difficult than the Rubiks Cube. However, the effects were slightly superior. Wang Zheng understood that the reason his father had tricked him into learning it was not ill-intentioned. Yet if he had not encountered the Rubiks Cube, perhaps he might not have had this opportunity to develop. After the qi finished circting around his body, Wang Zheng felt utterly refreshed and reinvigorated. The morning suns energy had left his body by now. Although the vast majority of it had returned back to nature, a trace amount still remained inside Wang Zhengs body. "Wang Zheng, are you actually part of an evil cult?" A delicate, smiling-faced Ye Zisu entered his field of vision. When did she arrive? Wang Zheng stood up and blinked his eyes. "I was praying for my luck to improve, to enter the Mecha Department, and for us to be ssmates again. That would be the dawn of a better era." Ye Zisu clicked her tongue. "Youre not as simple as I thought; youre making me the butt of a joke." As the twoughed and chatted, they did not notice that the attention of the surrounding people was focused on them. When Ye Zisu entered the school, she was the center of attention. Her profile picture on Ares Colleges website ced her in the top 10 of the most popr individuals. Furthermore, she was a beauty and was OMGs little princess. "Who is that shifty-looking individual? He dares to stand next to Ye Zisu and chat with her for almost 30 minutes!" "I dont recognize him, but he should also be a student. I have never heard of him." "F**k, the wolves are numerous and the meat is limited[3]; we will have to do something." As there was an innumerable amount of senior students, the new male students had to give a 120% to show off their fighting spirit. There werent many girls who liked to exercise in the morning. Ye Zisu was definitely the crane in a flock of chicken[4]. Wearing a white T- shirt and azure hotpants, coupled with her white sports shoes, she was the very definition of an unparalleled beautiful youth. Her looks had excited the hormones of numerous male students as they stared at her. "Wang Zheng, are you going to introduce me? Who might this be?" He had not noticed that Zhang Shan had walked over. "This is my ssmate from Dawn Middle School, Ye Zisu, also known as Beauty Ye." Before Wang Zheng could finish his introduction, Zhang Shan had already stretched his hand out towards Ye Zisu. "Names Zhang Shan, Wang Zhengs dormitory roommate. If anyone bothers you in the future, do not hesitate to find me." Ye Zisu raised her hand and shook his hand lightly. "I have been looking forward to meeting you for some time. Dormitory 007 of the Physics Department is the pride of our school." "Hehe, well, somewhat. Actually, if you knew me better, you would already know that I am a person full of good points." Wang Zheng didnt know whether tough or to cry. This brother of his was indeed slightly shameless. He had thought that those from the Physics Department were more low profile. However, contrary to what he thought, Zhang Shan even took the initiative to stand out. Zhang Shan hurriedly gave Wang Zheng a wink and then secretly gave him a thumbs up. This situation was one of a kind, so he could not wait for the uing gathering. Wang Zheng helplessly shrugged his shoulders. It looked like they would not overthrow him from his position of dormitory head any time soon. "Does our dormitory have such a name?" Wang Zheng asked. Ye Zisu looked at Wang Zheng in surprise. Zhang Shan, who was also standing at the side, looked at Wang Zheng as though he was an alien. "Why are you looking at me like that?" "I want to faint[5]. I dont understand why Doctor Xiao Fei would hold you in such high regard. The Physics Departments 007s four special individuals, along with Masasi and Carl, are considered the pride of the school for this year. Under my guidance, the Ares College will definitely achieve new heights!" Zhang Shan waspletely unashamed. Wang Zheng scratched his nose. He had always struggled in poverty, so he didnt understand Zhang Shans lofty ambitions and aspirations. "Excellent, the Physics Department will be left in your hands. I will tell Dr. Xiao Fei to let you rece me as her assistant." Zhang Shan was excited. Why would he not be satisfied with this? A shocked Ye Zisu stood there, mouth agape. Although she knew that Wang Zheng loved mecha, she did not expect such a situation to ur. Ares Colleges sole specialty was Xiao Feis space physics research. She was the Milky Ways pinnacle expert in this field. The other departments may be top tier on Earth, butpared to the rest of the gxy? They could not even hold a candle to them. "Brother, thank you for giving me face, I will continue to strive harder!" Zhang Shan heavily patted Wang Zhengs back. Wang Zheng nonchntly nodded his head. To him, being able to be rid of Xiao Fei was a brilliant thing. He had always told himself that Xiao Fei was nothing but trouble. Zhang Shans eyes shone with curiosity. He had spared no force when he patted Wang Zhengs back, but he did not even budge. In fact, he felt an extremely strong recoiling force from his shoulders. He clicked his tongue. There was meaning to this now. This years batch of students from Ares College still contained some crouching tigers and hidden dragons[6]. [1] Idiomatic expression that means to get ready for battle [3]Not enough opportunities to go around [4]Superiorpared to the masses [5]Expression meaning that they cant believe what they are hearing. Chapter 22: Distinguished Community Chapter 22: Distinguished Community Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Even though Ye Zisu was around, Wang Zheng did not allow her to affect his usual training routine. However, to circte the first level of his breathing art, it also required one to match it with vigorous physical activity. The body had to be developed alongside the art to ensure its harmonious development. "Student Ye, Wang Zheng was Dawn Middle Schools trump card, correct?" asked Zhang Shan. He had significantly calmed down already and seemingly no longer had a lecherous expression on his face, yet the lust in his eyes was still evident. Ye Zisu gave him a slight smile. "What do you think?" "Haha, I want to understand him better. A person who can change Doctor Xiao Feis opinion must be amazing. How strong can he be?!" When Zhang Shan spoke of Xiao Fei, his eyes shone with admiration and fervor. "Im afraid I will have to disappoint you. In all four years of Middle School, Wang Zheng always struggled and barely maintained a passing grade on his subjects. He was only able to enter Ares College after the final term." "What?" Zhang Shan lost his calm and shouted, "This cannot be the case!" "Actually, I also felt the same way you did. This cannot be possible." Ye Zisu nced at the slowly-jogging Wang Zheng. She didnt understand it herself. Just how in the world was his brain wired? "No need to worry; there will be plenty of time for us to get to know him better." Zhang Shanughed. A new school, a new environment, there would definitely not be a dull moment. School had started for two days already, but this was the time school clubs were most rabidly searching for new members. The two sides of the school yard were strewn with banners, theatrepanies, dancing troupes, and beautiful girls. They were the focus of everyones attention, but on the other end of the spectrum, there were clubs which no one was interested in. For example, the CT Wargod Club. To stir up emotions and gather people, they had a slogan: "No beauties here, but having brothers is just as good!" It was the only club for men to distinguish themselves. Other clubs, such as Wushu, MMA, and the boxing club, also managed to attract new members, yet they could notpete with those other clubs. However, for dear Student Wang, he waspletely neglected... This was because he had the Physics Departments insignia on him. When guys of the Physics Department came, everyone politely declined them. The CT club was bustling with activity and Wang Zheng was actually extremely interested in it. Yet after thinking about it, it was easier if he could move around as an individual, especially since this would allow him to train more efficiently. Letting it purely be a form of enjoyment would be a waste. After finishing his breakfast, Wang Zheng left for the schools service system. He had matched up the schools curriculum with the associated material while the Skylink was receiving messages. Some of these books Wang Zheng had already read several years back. Directly opposite of the Physics Department building was the Mecha Department building. The students from the Mecha Department were engaged in excited conversation. Despite the majority of them being males, the number of students who wanted to be mecha pilots was innumerable. Regardless if it was a childhood dream to be a hero or if one was duped into doing so, it was difficult to resist the allure of bing a mech pilot. Wang Zheng was one that was duped into bing a mech pilot. Looking at how excited the others were, he himself almost drooled. The Skylink began to ring... It was a call from Xiao Fei asking Wang Zheng toe over. Today was only the second day and sses would only officially begin tomorrow... Just as he prepared to leave, there was a shout from the crowd. An extremely handsome youth wearing the Mecha Departments uniform walked out. This was the first time Wang Zheng had met someone who couldpare with that chap, Xie Yuxin. In fact, this guy seemed even more perfect; it was hard to find any faults. Could this be the legendary Mr. Perfect? "Is that Masasi from the Moon?" "Yes, it should be him. The principal personally invited him! Hes the cream of the crop!" "F**king hell, what is he doing on Earth? He should have just stayed on the Moon! Then the Moon could have the highest standards in the Sr System!" "Only a ghost would know what hes thinking. Perhaps hes unable to continue living on the Moon and was forced here." "That scumbag has already been voted to be the most handsome guy of our generation!" "Tsk, it should be said that that guy is really not that bad." Masasi had a wry smile on his face and was totally rxed. It seemed as though he had not heard any of the words the surrounding individuals were saying about him. This was one aspect of him that was better than Xie Yuxin. Xiao Yu, that chap, would only be rxed when he was with Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. The crowd mored noisily once again. This time, on the opposite end, an individual with a head of ming red hair approached. He was chewing a piece of gum and arrogance and obstinateness was written all over his face. His hair was actually not dyed but rather it was the defining feature of a Martian. Carl was quite tall and he exuded a heroic spirit. However, his thick lips caused his sharp temperament to be even more overbearing, so much so that it would repel anyone within a thousand mile radius. "Masasi, as I previously said, we will meet again!" Carl said provokingly. Masasi merely gave him a warm smile. "Who would have thought that I would meet you here?" "Haha, did you actually think that Gu Te, that old bastard, had the skill to convince me? I rushed here just to meet you. However, I would really like to know why you gave up the opportunity to study at Anta and came here instead." Carl licked his lips. He was clearly extremely interested in him, and this time there was no need to be worried. In this school, there would be many chances to spar and it would be impossible to hide. These two were both well-known individuals in the Sr System in middle school and were naturally well-acquainted. Masasi smiled wryly. "Principal Gu Te was very sincere." "Bulls**t. Other than there being beautiful young maidens, theres nothing great about this ce. Like those historical sights, even if they were levelled, it wouldnt make a difference!" In the Sr Systems middle school student ranking, Masasi had consistently suppressed Carl. He would never believe that this proud and arrogant individual would be swayed by someones sincerity toe to this god-forsaken ce. Masasi continued to smile and did not pay any attention to Carl as he said, "Earth has Earths unique points. The new school term has started; let us mutually improve on our weaknesses." At this point in time, the Skylink had finished its download. Carl wrenched open Masasis hand. "The moment I beat you in a battle will be the moment I leave this damned ce." He held no regard for the fury that the people surrounding them had towards him. He was full of unadorned hatred, yet he had failed to realise that this was Earth and not Mars. The signature wildness and ferocity of the Martians could clearly be seen emanating from Carls body. "Young one, you must be Carl. Dont be so ferocious; Ares College is Earths number one academy. In the entire Sr System, there are countless academies. If not for the fact that youre a freshman, I would have knocked you down long ago." A third year Mecha Department student who had been previously restraining himself stood up with unbridled aggression. Carls face turned into a sneer. "Are Earthlings only good at talking? Should I say that the Earths soldiers are only adept at talking?" "F**k you!" The Mecha Departments student prefect could no longer restrain himself. He threw a punch at Carl whichnded squarely on the side of his face. Carl rubbed his cheek. "Brother, you have yet to finish drinking your mothers breast milk." A kick smashed across and with a bang, the student who was kicked flew across the field,nded five meters away, and crumpled in a heap on the floor. "Too weak. This ce is just full of weaklings. Masasi, what do you think you can learn from here?" They were in the main courtyard of Ares College and this was a provocation to every individual here! A group of people moved to surround Carl. "What, do you want to gang up on me? Rubbish like you, no matter how manye at me, it wont make a difference." In a brief moment, five or six individuals had been knocked down. They were definitely not heavyweights. That Carl was like a ball of unbridled wrath. It was said that the Martian military academies fostered a barbaric culture and style as their foundation. Was it really necessary to use it at a military school? Masasi did not lift a finger but merely watched silently from the side. A trace of disappointment could be seen in his eyes. He knew that the Earths standards had deteriorated significantly in thesest few years, but even he did not expect that the standards had fallen to such an extent. The students here were toofortable; they did not seek to improve themselves. Bang Carls hand was blocked by someone. Xie Yuxin had stopped him and then hit him with an icy re. "Carl, we are not on Mars. Dont push it." "Haha, who might this be? Is this not Xie Yuxin? I thought that you had gone to the An Empire. Excellent, things are getting interesting. Today, for your sake, I will not push the matter," Carl shot back, then he separated from Xie Yuxin, and adjusted his uniform. "Within the year, I will beat the two of you and then leave this s**t hole!" The An Empire possessed the best military academies in the Milky Way Gxy and represented the highest of standards. For individuals like Carl, Masasi, and Xie Yuxin, they all possessed the ability to enter those schools. However, the An Empires military academies were not only difficult to enter, but it was difficult to retain a spot. In these few years, the number of students from the Sr System that were expelled were more than a few. They were the best of the Sr System, but when they returned, they werepletely devoid of spirit. They refused to speak of the experiences there. Carl also wanted to go there, but at the very least he had to beat all of his rivals in the Sr System before he had the confidence to be there. Xie Yuxin did not bother with Carl; that person had a domineering and haughty personality. When he turned around and saw Wang Zheng, he was extremely happy. At this point in time, Carl suddenlyshed out with a kick towards Xie Yuxin. The crowd roared in displeasure. Who would have expected someone as famous as Carl tounch a sneak attack? Xie Yuxin did not expect it either, so he retreated on instinct. However, as the second kick approached him, Xie Yuxin managed to block it, but his body lost bnce and he flew backwards. Carl did not relent and followed behind with tworge steps, then heunched a vicious shoulder tackle at Xie Yuxin. Fighting on Mars wasmonce. There could never be too much deception in war; this was Mars tradition. A shadow appeared on the court and grabbed Xie Yuxin while simultaneously receiving Carls ferocious shoulder tackle. "Fellow ssmates, we might all be angry, but we will have plenty of opportunities to exchange pointers in future," Wang Zheng said as his left hand grasped Carls right shoulder tightly. Carl tried to exert strength, but he realized that his opponent did not budge even a single inch. By twisting his right shoulder, he managed to escape from his opponents grip. He looked at Wang Zheng with interest as he sized him up... Physics Department, huh... Xie Yuxin grabbed Wang Zheng. "Lets go. This guy is no more than a rabid dog." Xie Yuxin was not easily provoked and thus he was suited to join the Officers Department. "Actually, I think that this ce has be quite interesting," said Wang Zheng as they walked off. He did not pay much heed to the sneak attack; furthermore, prior to that, Carl was ganged up on by several individuals. Even if their strength was insufficient, one could not use that as an excuse. "Carl is this generations most well-known individual from Mars. The fact that he and Masasi chose toe to Ares College was quite strange. In fact, Grandpa called on many people to join us, but in the end only those two chose to ept. To be frank, Grandpa did not expect anyone to ept," said Xie Yuxin. Wrestling was not his strong suit, and even if he did fight, he was not Carls match. Furthermore, he could not afford to offend him, because despite Ares College being excellent on Earth,pared to the rest of the academies in the Milky Way Gxy, its standards had dropped and were still dropping. Being able to attract Carl and Masasi was a mystery and he did not want to fight earnestly. If he had lost, the situation would not have concluded there. "If I can beat that chap, does that mean I can enter the Mecha Department?" asked Wang Zheng as his eyes glittered with a golden light. "... Well, if you can perform exceptionally during military training, I can raise this situation to my Grandpa. However, that guy only used 50% of his power just now; people from Mars are just freaks." Xie Yuxin nodded. Chapter 23: The Real Deal Chapter 23: The Real Deal Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "That Masasi has pretty good looks; he canpete with you." Wang Zhengughed. Xie Yuxin did not know whether tough or to cry. "That Masasi can actually enter Ans best military school without having to take the entrance examination; its strange that he would be willing toe here. I was the first to get the news and even I wondered if I had misheard." "Is that pretty boy that strong?" Wang Zheng asked curiously. Xie Yuxin looked at Wang Zheng. "Others cant tell that youre so skilled either." "Damn, where do you think all my daily training has gone? Its all muscles under here!" Wang Zheng joked. The whole school found out about this disturbance very quickly. Those two special students from abroad were not easy to deal with, especially that Carl; he even beat up the seniors. This showing demonstrated Carls heavy-handedness. People from Mars had always respected the strong, but as for the weak ... their days would be miserable. Gu Te was definitely the first to hear about the incident. The school managements views were definitely not going to be consistent with his. "Principal, this Carl despises Ares College and has beaten his seniors. He should be punished before all hell breaks loose!" "I think so too. This type of student will not know his limits if we dont punish him!" "Give him a punishment no matter what!" The teachers were passionate. On the other hand, Xiao Fei was ying a space block game. It could train ones spatial awareness. "I say you people are too free, making a big fuss over nothing!" Xiao Fei said as she yed. The whole conference room quieted down in a moment. "Oh, Professor Xiao Fei, what are your thoughts?" Gu Te asked while smiling. "Ares College is very lousy now, so he is not wrong. A group of people fighting against one. To think they have the cheek toin after losing. We might just as well expel these kind of students, how shameful. No wonder Earths military rankings are getting lower and lower." Xiao Fei unceremonious words threw everyone into disarray, including the principal. But the principal was still smiling. "Professor Xiao Fei, you are also a member of Ares College, so you cant put it this way. As a student of the college, he should ..." the director of Teaching, Zhong Liang, said slowly. Xiao Fei waved her hand and immediately interrupted. "I say, Director Zhong, can you stop dreaming? Do you think he cares? In order for a school to be respected by the students, the school must have its respectable points. Dont bring up the past; he was not even born yet!" Zhong Liang was beyond mad after being insulted by a teacher who was much younger. Unfortunately, she was the colleges trump card. "Oh, calm down, both of you. I feel that Professor Xiao Fei makes sense. We cant immerse ourselves in the past anymore; theres no point in deceiving ourselves. I visited more than ten military schools this time and saw that everyones undergoing revamps. We have already fallen behind, and we need to catch up. Starting from this round of military training, we will use the actual military strengthening program. Students of Ares College need to be the pirs of the military in the future. Higher demands should be expected of them!" Gu Te borrowed Xiao Feis words to settle the situation directly. They had to be stricter. He did not think that Earths students were naturally inferiorwhat theycked was a certain spirit. This spirit needed to be evoked by the school! Carls actions were not right, but big problems required draconian measures. Ares College really needed a person like Carl to stimte the students passion. "Ah, you guys carry on. I almost forgot that I have things to do. Drink your tea and continue chatting." Xiao Fei quickly left, leaving a group of teachers just staring at each other. The schools inner circle had its progressive and conservative factions. Everyone knew that innovation always required the use of tradition and incentives, and Gu Te was well aware that this would not be easy. But if this was not done, Ares Colleges reputation would be gone. Apart from mankind originating from Earth, what else did their have? He would use Masasis and Carls high standards to awaken the students. He believed that since Earth was the origin of mankind, it definitely was irreceable. This was the faith he had held onto all along! Student Wang arrived at Xiao Feis "temple." It was known as a temple because the Physics Departmentboratory was indeed the schools most beautiful and expensive ce. ... Theboratory doors were closed. Student Wang Zheng waited helplessly for half an hour before Xiao Fei arrived. Late, but still at her own pace. Upon seeing Wang Zheng, Xiao Feis mood became better. She eyed Wang Zheng from head to toe, causing Wang Zheng to feel a little creeped out. "Professor, how can I help?" "Come, let me first familiarize you with the surroundings. You will be my assistant in the future, so you will need to know your own workce," Xiao Fei said extremely proudly. It has to be said that at many times, Xiao Feis mind was still like that of a child... she was not that old anyway. Although Wang Zheng was mentally prepared, he was still awestruck by the spectacrboratory. "This is a particle trap. Whatever you want, you can have it. For that matter, there is only one in the whole world!" Xiao Fei said extremely proudly. "With me, things will always be exciting!" Wang Zheng wiped his sweat. This ... why did it feel like the Professor was trying to entice a little kid? "Professor, I am only a freshman. These things are too advanced for me; I dont understand at all." "Rest assured, I will teach you. With your talent, you will pick these things up very easily. Physics is mankinds greatest science; you will fall in love with it." Xiao Feis eyes shone brightly. This was a genius immersed in the world of physics. However, Student Wang already wanted to get out. But at the current stage, he still had to continue. "Professor, my dormitory mate, Zhang Shan, is very talented. Can you let him be your assistant?" Wang Zheng asked. Given Zhang Shans caliber, he should be able to. "Ah, that kid. Hes pretty decent, but you are slightly better." Gazing at Xiao Feis heated eyes, Wang Zheng felt a little dizzy. He would be fine if she was a little older, but she was not older than him by much. He was dragged along by Xiao Fei for a while before he was finally let go. It was apparent that it was rare for Xiao Fei to find someone withmon topics to discuss with. In the world of science, loneliness was guaranteed. Teaching others was one thing, but to find a partner on the same intellectual level was purely by chance; it was not something that could be sought. Xiao Fei also never would have expected that a middle schooler would have suchprehension skills. A unique train of thought and a rather decent broad perspective of physics, these were the qualities that showed potential for bing a good physicist. It was no wonder Xiao Fei was so impassioned when trying to recruit Wang Zheng. The second day of school passed by in a flurry, following which military training officially began. Military training was split into two groupsone was for those in the military department and the other was for those of the non-military departments. The former was a lot harder, but students could have their pick. Wang Zheng chose the former without hesitation. What was more surprising was that he was not the only one; Zhang Shan also chose the former. The students were led to different suburban areas in the Beijing military area. Previous batches of students had drill instructors who were invited to the school to guide them. However, this time the situation was different. The students were moved to a new area for training and no one had seemed to notice. They treated it like an excursion with new friends. Changing into outdoorbat attire, everyones personal belongings were kept away until the end of the basic training. The dormitory was bare and simple. One house had a hundred people in it, and it felt like it was converted from a warehouse. Manyined bitterly, and the whining was endless. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan, however, calmly found their ces and exchanged looks. "Didnt expect that you would choose Mecha Department training." "Ive said it before, I want to be in the Mecha Department. You?" "A brilliant mind needs to be matched with a perfect and strong body to be perfect. Besides, the Mecha Departments standards are not that remarkable," Zhang Shan said proudly. His build and strength truly gave him the right to be so prideful. The two did not say much. Work and rest times were very precise; they slept once it was time to sleep. Others stillined and chatted as if it was a tea party. Some connected their Skylinks and yed games. Zhang Shan thought that his willpower was strong, but the noise prevented him from sleeping. However, after ncing over, he realized that Wang Zheng had already entered sleep peacefully. This was a minor thing to Student Wang. When one was tired, even sleeping while standing was enjoyable. Besides, this was only considered to be a little noisy. And in another ce, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were alreadyining nonstop. As pure intellectuals, they were not used to such conditions. "I have no idea what Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan are thinking. They are intellectuals, but they chose to mix with the brawny ones," Yao Ailun said. "Brother Ailun, actually, Zhang Shans limbs are very developed," Chen Xiu said. In this ce, the Physics Department and Math Department students were inpletely different states, minding their own businesses. Even if they chatted, it was soft and everyone had their own spaces. Regardless, the colleges military training had begun. A one in the morning, a piercing bell rang and the door was kicked open. Everyone gazed nkly at the soldier at the door. "I am your training instructor, Luo Yun. Ill give you all five minutes to assemble at the drill grounds." "F**k, are you kidding me? What time is it now?!" "I still have not slept enough. Is this military training or abuse? I will sue you!" Luo Yun smiled. "Anyone who does not meeting military trainings requirements will face immediate expulsion. It has been stated all along on your admission notification before. You all only have four minutes and twenty seconds left." After finishing, Luo Yun turned and left. The whole house seemed to have a little more rity in their heads at this point. Actually, when Luo Yun finished speaking, Wang Zheng had already finished getting ready. Zhang Shans speed was also very fast; it was as if they had foreseen a scenario like this. The two went out first. "Seems like Gu Te is for real this time." Zhang Shanughed. At the drill grounds, they were not the earliest. Masasi, Carl, and Xie Yuxin had already arrived. After Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan joined the ranks, students streamed in continuously. The Mecha Department and Command Department all had a certain amount of mental preparation for this. Despite what they said about things they would do, they still did not dare to act carelessly. There were ten or so soldiers recording theters names. It took about ten minutes for everyone to be present. "Allters, turn around and run 10,000 meters!" Immediately, there were unwilling people. Luo Yun said coldly, "All those who have any doubts, you may drop out immediately. No one is forced to stay. This is the military; everything done is in ordance with military regtions!" A trace of a smile appeared at the corner of Carls mouth. The show was just beginning. Chapter 24: Minor Test Chapter 24: Minor Test Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Luo Yun sighed. Just by observing Masasi and Carl, one could see the standards from which they came from. They were on a whole different level. "For today, your training will be to stand at attention until the sun rises." Suddenly, six spotlights turned on, their bright lights dazzling everyone. This was the beginning of the first day of military training. Speaking from the perspective of the military college students, this was the start of a hellish journey. Five hourster, there were only seven individuals who could maintain the appropriate posture without moving. They were none other than Wang Zheng, Masasi, Carl, Xie Yuxin, Zhang Shan, Ye Zisu, and Meng Tian. Disappointment could be seen in Luo Yun and his fellow colleagues eyes. This standard was just too low. This sort of trial could not be considered significant, and yet there were only a few individuals left. Furthermore, for those who were made to run 10 kilometers, one after another copsed! In fact, it was considered decent if those individuals could aplish the task by walking! Ye Zisu looked at Meng Tian, and Meng Tian returned the nce. They were the two most weed female students. Meng Tian was from the Officers Department, and her whole family was part of the military. She was 180cm tall with a perfect figure. She did not expect that Ye Zisu could continue to persevere. "The seven of you arent bad. Todays training officially begins now. I will be in charge of you seven. Now, go and run 10 kilometers as fast as you can," said Luo Yun. The other three instructors were in charge of the rest of the students. When the rest of the students heard him, they were delighted. Sometimes, the greatest happiness came from anothers misfortune. These seven individuals were too dazzling, and that led the rest of the students to feel quite smug. After standing, they still had to run 10 kilometers! Luo Yun started the timer, and with a bang, the seven individuals rushed forward. Surprisingly, the fastest was Meng Tian. There was no need to ask why; Meng Tian possessed "A" grade gics. As such, she did not feel much strain in running. Carl gave a smirk. "Masasi, theres no point in taking this leisurely. Lets race." "Up to you," replied Masasi calmly. Such was his personality. As they were speaking, a shadownced across, overtaking them. Zhang Shan stared nkly at the guy in front of him. F*ck, how could this guy be so fast!? Wang Zheng had no choice but to be the fastest. He had to be exceptional in his military training if he wanted to enter the Mecha Department. His reason to excel waspletely different from the rest of these people. Carl naturally did not forget about Wang Zheng. He immediately rushed to catch up. However, 10 kilometers was neither particrly short nor particrly long, so rushing from the start was unsustainable. Carl roared and he rushed towards Wang Zheng to catch up. Masasi, with the same wry smile on his face, looked nonchnt, but he too clearly increased his pace. Only Xie Yuxin had a bitter smile on his face. Wang Zheng was on dangerous ground here. 10 minutester, everyone on the field was shocked. Wang Zhengs speed did not show any indication of slowing. Luo Yun stared at the timer... what in the world!? What kind of speed was this? Although Wang Zheng hadpleted almost half of the 10 kilometers, his speed had not decreased! Right behind Wang Zheng could be seen two individuals, Masasi and Carl, who were fervently chasing after him. Although the distance between them was only several tens of meters, Carl cursed and swore. Even if he used his ass to think, it didnt make any sense! How could this bastard be running so fast? The distance between the lead group and the rest had increased significantly. Speed was never Zhang Shans forte, thus Meng Tian was in fourth ce with Xie Yuxin, Ye Zisu, and Zhang Shan right behind in that order. Many people were surprised at Ye Zisus speed, but not Wang Zheng. He knew that she was one that often trained her body. However, that bastard Wang Zheng was just too fast. Soon, the entire field was watching them speechlessly, whether it was those who were standing, lying down, or segregated from the rest of the students. Everyone could feel in their hearts how this training exercise had be an intensepetition. After half the distance had beenpleted, the body would usually be ovee with fatigue. The more one rushed at the beginning, the stronger the effects of fatigue. This was not something that could be ovee with mere willpower; this was a physical constraint! Carlughed mysteriously, following which he rushed forward explosively, unexpectedly increasing his running pace. There were no weaklings on Mars! He rushed towards Wang Zheng withrger andrger strides. Although he was panting heavily, Masasi also increased his pace silently. Seeing Carl sprinting was like watching a tank! He was absolutely ferocious. However, Masasi was different; he had a certain grace to his running as he caught up to Wang Zheng. At this point in time, Wang Zheng had also unexpectedly increased his pace to almost inhuman levels. Originally, he had only wanted to be first. Yet who would have thought that those two fellows would chase after him so viciously? If he wanted special treatment, he needed to have the results to show it. Otherwise, it would also cause problems for the principal. Hence, if this was the case, he just had to run a little bit faster... Bam! Smoke and dust was kicked up from the floor. Wang Zhengs blood started to pump faster, and his feet looked as though he was flying. What fatigue? In a breaths time he had once again increased the distance between him and the two who had almost caught up! 16 Minutester... Wang Zheng had finished the 10 kilometer run. The entire field was silent. Was this guy a human? What kind of speed and persistence did he have!? Luo Yun couldnt believe his eyes. However, he would not lose hisposure in front of a group of rookies. F**k, this was a new record in the entire capitals military academies! "Reporting to instructor. I havepleted the assigned task," said Wang Zheng respectfully. Luo Yun nodded his head in satisfaction. This bastard not only had ability, his attitude was excellent, especially the feeling he exuded. He felt like a true soldier, a soldier that had undergone training for a long time. Wang Zheng had been trained by Bonehead. Thus, he had cultivated many habits from that period of time and did not feel that he was different from anyone else. Masasi was the second to finish, with a time of 17 minutes. Carl was third with a time of about 18 minutes. Closely following behind were Meng Tian and Xie Yuxin. At thest moment, Zhang Shan had pushed forward with all the strength his breastfeeding self could muster and arrived at the end together with Ye Zisu. He was a guy, so if he wasst, even if it came to running, it would have been embarrassing. Even if he wasst to arrive, his results would still be considering breathtaking. At least if he were to bepared with the rest of these rookies, this result would definitely be eptable. Luo Yun looked at the time and shouted, "Gather!" After such a trial, the students were naturally very obedient and thus gathered quickly. Although their formation was not neat, their attitude had vastly improved. "From today on, military training will be segregated into three categories: high, medium, and low levels. The total score will also take into ount your age. Those who do not meet the standards will be expelled. Ares College is training future generations of War Gods! Not cowards! Hence, you better give me your 120% from now on. Following which, these three instructors, Sergeant Zhao Teng, Sergeant An Si, and Sergeant Huai Ensi, will drill you in troop formations! Begin!" Following which, Luo Yun looked at the seven individuals and said, "You guys, follow me." Luo Yun could feel this groups hearts palpitate intensely, yet they could still control themselves... Wait, why were there two individuals who were unaffected....? Luo Yun turned around. Wang Zheng and Masasi, these two individuals werepletely unaffected! How could this be!? "The seven of you have shown remarkable perseverance. Next we will test your explosive strength. Who will be first?" Luo Yun was slightly curious. Of course Gu Te wanted to see how the students fared in every aspect. Apart from Masasi and Carl, the rest were not as weak as he had expected. "I will go first!" Zhang Shan had been looking for an opportunity to showcase his talents. This was too humiliating. He was a slow runner, but physical strength was his strong point. Ye Zisu looked at Meng Tian, but Meng Tian kept staring in Wang Zhengs direction. She had never heard of him. Where in the world did he appear from? "Instructor, must I use a fist or will anything do?" Zhang Shan asked as he removed his shirt, showcasing a body full of toned muscles. "It doesnt matter, I just want to see your strongest explosive strength!" Luo Yun waved his hand. Zhang Shan moved back several steps. Suddenly, his footsteps sped up as he rushed towards the target, and with a ferocious roar, he executed a roundhouse kick at the strength testing machine. BANG! 416 lbs! This amount of strength couldve allowed him to be a wrestling champion a time long ago! Zhang Shan retracted his foot slowly, his mouth drawn in a grimace. Although he was not in his peak condition, this should be enough to dispatch his opponents. Luo Yun nodded his head. This Zhang Shan was an exercise nut. "Next." Xie Yuxin could only produce 280 lbs of force, stillcking by a considerable amount whenpared with Zhang Shan. However, such a result was not bad, as he was not an individual that focused on training his physical strength. Carl gave Masasi a nce. "Let me give it a shot." At the strength testing machine, Carl took a deep breath, then his body lunged forward like a leaping tiger. His fist looked as though it emitted a red light and he struck directly at the strength testing machine. Ring~~~~~ 528 lbs! Ding Ding Ding... Luo Yun was shocked. Someone this strong was rarely seen even amongst regr soldiers. No wonder Gu Te had specially tried to recruit him. Sometimes one couldnt be unconvinced. In the Sr System, there were asionalpetitions between military corps, and Mars and the Moon were always at the top; Earths soldiers could only ever be a side show. This could be attributed to Mars and the Moons special environments. Sometimes, people could only sigh in secret. Could it be that those left on Earth could only reminisce over the past? "Comparing strength, you guys cannotpete with me!" Regardless of where he was, Carl was always arrogant. "Next." Although he sighed in his heart, his face did not betray any form of emotion. After all, Luo Yun was still a soldier of Earth. "Ladies first." Masasi smiled faintly with an inviting gesture. Ye Zisus explosive strength was 130 lbs. "Haha, youre still a girl. Why dont you be a secretary instead? War is a mans game!" Carlughed. Mars was extremely patriarchal. Meng Tian moved up and silently stood in front of the strength testing machine, coldly staring at Carl. Carl looked extremely interested at how Meng Tian would perform. Bang! 490 lbs! Although she could not match Carl, Meng Tian was still a female. Furthermore, she did not look like a dinosaur rippling with muscles! At this point, Carl was extremely surprised. Wang Zheng looked surprised as well. Meng Tians fist had been extremely profound. Although it looked like a single strike, it was actually three simultaneous strikes impacting at high speed. Luo Yun did not look surprised. It was Meng Tian after all. What was most breathtaking was the fact that Meng Tian still looked extremely calm and collected! Carl had stopped with his sarcasticments, and he now saw Meng Tian in a new light. She was also anotherpetitor to be subdued. Luo Yun recorded the result and nodded his head. "Next." Masasi gave Wang Zheng a nce, but Wang Zheng gestured for him to go ahead first. Masasi then moved in front of the machine and like Zhang Shan did and took several steps back before exerting his full force. He was not quick and violent like Zhang Shan but rather fast like lightning! BANG! 535 lbs! He looked as though he had executed it with ease. Carl couldnt help but mutter under his breath. The previous summer vacation he had spared no effort in training bitterly. Yet he was still weaker than that bastard! He always lost to him by a slim margin; it was infuriating! Masasi gave a smile as though he did not care. It could be seen that he had not exerted his full strength. "Wang Zheng, just give it your best shot. Dont hurt yourself, the recoil from this ything is quiterge," said Xie Yuxin. He knew why Wang Zheng had put in so much effort. His grandpa had promised that if Wang Zheng disyed exceptional results in military training, this would be one reason he could use to convince the Mecha Departments teachers. If not, things would be more difficult. Chapter 25: Ability X Chapter 25: Ability X Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng paused as he briefly touched the strength testing machine. Carl looked impatient. "Hurry up, dont dawdle!" "Carl, if youre looking for trouble, Im happy to keep youpany!" Zhang Shan frowned as he spoke. This bastard was asking for a beating. He looked like someone who deserved a beating from head to toe! "Just you wouldnt be enough!" Carls mouth twitched. Luo Yun gave a slight smile. "Dont be anxious. Within this month, there will definitely be an opportunity for you to vent your frustrations." Wang Zheng paused for a moment. Even he did not know how strong he was. However, in order to beat Masasi, he had to use what he was good at. "Wang Zheng, be careful!" Ye Zisu said. She did not feel that injuring oneself to triumph once was particrly heroic behavior. Wang Zheng nodded his head and took a step back. His eyes flickered with energy... BANG! F*ck! When he released his fist, Wang Zheng knew that a problem was going to arise! Crack... Ding.... Bang! Some workers by the door heard the explosion and rushed in. Everyone in the strength testing room could only stare agape at the sight. The strength testing machine had beenpletely destroyed! The audience looked at Wang Zheng silently. Wang Zheng was also speechless. Deep down, he scolded himself. "You really are an idiot, Wang Zheng! I hope I dont have to pay anypensation for this...." Luo Yun was shocked but he controlled himself giving a slight cough, "I think the strength testing machine has had some issues, swap it for a new one." Seeing that Luo Yun had not raised any notions of asking forpensation, Wang Zheng let out a huge sigh of relief. The Earth Corps were still quite reliable! After a new machine was swapped in, Wang Zheng controlled his strength tightly. Surprisingly, he was still able to output 580lbs of force in a single strike! At this point, everyone else was utterly bbergasted. Ye Zisu looked furious as she walked over and beat Wang Zhengs shoulders fervently. "Wow, you bastard, youve hidden a lot of things about yourself!" she said, before shooting a quick nce at Meng Tian. Xie Yuxin gave Wang Zheng a thumbs up. Looked like he was wrong, Wang Zhengs true potential might actually not be in the field of physics! Carl was speechless, while Masasi looked at Wang Zheng in great interest. Arrogance required some form of backing; they had originally felt that no one on Earth couldpete with them. Yet Wang Zheng was still very innocent. He only had one thing on his mind: hisrgest worry was that Luo Yun would suddenly turn around and tell him, "Wang Zheng, this strength testing machinespensation will be on you!" Thankfully, Luo Yun immediately moved onto the next part of the test. The testing facility was extraordinary. It could be seen that the machine for testing was significantly moreplex than thest one. Masasi stopped and then said, "Instructor, theres no need to test me, I possess Ability X." Luo Yun nodded his head. "Do the rest of you want to try the test?" Carl looked distracted, then he shrugged his shoulders and replied, "I dont. No need to test for it." The two girls also shook their heads, while Zhang Shan waved his arms. "I dont have it either." "I do," said Xie Yuxin. Everyone had a look of surprise on their faces, especially Carl. How could he expect that someone on Earth would have this??? "Um, what is Ability X?" Wang Zheng asked curiously. "If your genes are of grade A, which is to say, above 90 points, there will be a special test that scans your brain region. Some people possess extraordinary abilities,monly known as extrasensory perception," exined Ye Zisu. She then remembered... Wang Zhengs gene score. Wang Zheng gave a bitter smile. "I dont have it, I have no need to test." "Could you all write this down?" Luo Yun asked. "My apologies, Instructor, but this is a secret." Masasi declined. Luo Yun did not continue to push the issue. Those who had Ability X were the elites among the elites. Thus, it could be said that whichever department had him would definitely ce him in a critical role. Ability X did not assure that ones brainwaves would react with greater activity, so perhaps there was no practical application. However, in the younger generation, this was all part of ones identity; it showed that they had even greater talent. Furthermore, for Ability X users, they would all be extraordinary individuals. Due to this fact, Carl could no longer afford to look down on Xie Yuxin. The probability to possess Ability X was extremely low. In fact, even among elites, out of every ten thousand, there would only be one individual with it. "The seven of you have had a decent performance. In the future, there will be more exceptional students that will be joining us. You can all go back now. Future training will be tougher than this, so you better be mentally prepared," said Major Luo Yun. He still wanted to assess the training situation of the rest of the students. In the past, training was not asplicated. However, this time, Gu Te mobilized a significant amount of resources to teach the students. This was to obtain an understanding of their standards. With Gu Tes influence, the military would naturally cooperate; furthermore, the military urgently required capable fresh blood to join them. People like Masasi and Carl would definitely not stay on Earth. However, their presence could serve to motivate the rest of the students, and this couldnt be better. To the new students of Ares College, this would definitely be a period that would be hard to forget. This was regardless if they were part of the Military Departments or not. As a result, this also included Wang Zheng and his friends. After the first day, where they were taught a lesson, the entire first week was spent on grueling and strict basic training. Military appearance, drills, marching, running, rolling around; without needing any further words, it could be said that it was extremely tiring and depressing. Being oppressed day and night, everyones spirit had had a qualitative change. Furthermore, those who could enter Ares College all possessed simr basic abilities. No one wanted to be weaker than someone else, and thus, the atmosphere gradually improved. After the first week, the most outstanding individuals were none other than Wang Zheng, Masasi, Carl, Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, and Ye Zisu. The two beauties were in the limelight. They were the two goddesses of this hellish training, whom could reduce the pain of everyone. Meng Tian was 1.8 meters tall. When wearing her military uniform, one could feel iparable valiance and formidableness from her. However, to those in the Mecha and Officer Departments, the one person who had managed to kindle their motivation was none other than Carl, who had continually humiliated them. Ye Zisu was from the capital, and she was originally Dawns school flower, OMGs little princess. She looked delicate but had performed exceptionally. Thus, many people saw her with a whole new level of respect. When beauty, wealth, and fitnessbined together, it would result in one who was envied by everyone as Ms. Perfect. (Fair skinned, rich, and beautiful) The one in most pain would be Yan Xiaosu. The difference between this hellish training that skinned him alive and the days where he would only need to rely on his street smarts were so drastic that he had long wished to quit school! However, the thought of how scary his father would be led him to persevere. If he really did quit school, his father would definitely cut off all of his allowance regardless of what he said. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan had another sort of fame. The two were Physics Department students, yet they were famous in the military departments! They had caused arge number of Mecha and Officer Department students to feel pressured! Most importantly, the instructors often used their names to provoke the students! With regards to the instructors method in sowing hatred to motivate them, Zhang Shan was naturally quite ambivalent. He was a Physics Department student after all, so he was unconcerned with these students. Yet for poor Student Wang, it was a headache. He would have to join the Mecha Department in future, and yet before he even joined, he had offended everyone there! Wang Zheng enjoyed the training immensely. This intense training could help him to sharpen his body, and his cultivation had also improved. Even the Rubiks Cubes battle energy had increased. Of course, strange situations also urred... Meng Tian would asionally re at him icily, but when did poor Student Wang ever offend her? Wang Zheng had not touched CT for a week, so he felt a sense of longing. Unfortunately, the only source of leisure here was training. The rules were controlled strictly, but if one wanted to y games on their Skylink, that was fine. However, they had to be careful not to be caught, as the penalty would be a negative evaluation. The second week of training had finally improved. The students were finally rid of the boring and simple exercises. Now they could enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery! Yet this was not an excursion; everyone had to carry a heavy pack filled to the brim with bricks! Mecha pilot training was not only tough but boring. When one training ended, another began. Mecha pilots were still soldiers after all. Furthermore, not every pilot could be a mech pilot. Most became engineers, tank operators, ne pilots, or even infantry! Physical strength was the most important aspect regardless of whatever one would do. Soon, everyone understood how they were extremely fortunate to just spend their time running around the track. They had to climb over mountains and ridges while carrying bricks. They really wanted to take those bricks and fling them at the instructors brains! After the first day, no one else had any other thoughts on their minds. They ate as if their lives depended on it and slept as though their lives depended on it. This was because they would be awoken randomly during the middle of the night! After one week of this torture, even Masasi and Carl, who were usually calm and collected, were slightly perturbed. Fatigue could be seen on Carls face. This training was too intense! His original haughtiness had also disappeared, but this was not due to the training but rather, Wang Zheng. Carl strongly suspected that the little bastard was a human-skin-wearing robot! How could there be no discernable signs of fatigue on him!? Student Wang ate well and slept peacefully. Concurrently, he also had to serve as a psychological counselor, listening to Yan Xiaosuin. Actually, the intensity of the training had already been reduced, but Xiaosu needed to vent his emotions somewhere. One weeks wilderness training had led to the condition of the female students skin being affected significantly. Yet there were also exceptions. For example, no one knew what sort of skin product Ye Zisu was using, but her skin became more and more sparkly! This had led her to be even more popr among the girls, with more and more asking how this was possible. On the third week, it was a blessing as far as anyone was concerned. Although basic training still continued, the quantity had reduced significantly. The key thing was to understand their firearms better. This was everyones happiest moment. Wang Zhengs elite ss had increased to a size of 50 individuals. They were those who had disyed exceptional ability and willpower in the most recent training exercise. The firearms ss was about to begin officially, so military training had thus be simpler. In the monitoringb, Gu Te had arrived. "General, the students of this batch are generally not bad." Luo Yun saluted. "It must have been tough, I have received your report; your analysis has been extremely urate." Gu Te nodded his head. "The principal taught me well!" replied Luo Yun as he smiled. He too was a student of Ares College, a member of the armys Innovation Faction. In order to revive Ares Colleges glory, relying on Masasi and Carls abilities had no value. Everyone was clear that they were only two individuals and that the school would not regain its glory because of them. Gu Te was extremely clear on that point. He had gotten these two to join in order to motivate and incite the rest of the students. Looking at the sight before him, the results were not bad. Especially Carls provocative personality; it had spurred many students on to improve. "Principal, this Wang Zheng is an extremely important matter. I have been in the military for almost 10 years, and I have never met such a prodigy. It is like he was born to be a soldier, yet he is actually part of the Physics Department," said Luo Yun, with regret. Chapter 26: Amazing Shooting Skills! Chapter 26: Amazing Shooting Skills! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Hehe, this guys situation is quite extraordinary." When Gu Te received the test results, he thought that there had been a mistake. Wang Zhengs results were better than that of Masasis! Even if Masasi was not trying his best, these results were still surprising. He had originally thought that this chap introduced by Xie Yuxin would be nothing but trouble. Who would have expected he would have unearthed a gem!? However, if he were to transfer him out of the Physics Department, Xiao Fei would definitely object violently! That woman would definitely blow up his office! On the field, regardless of gender, everyone was extremely interested in the shooting practice. Shooting sounds nketed the area! When it came to this particr field of expertise, Xie Yuxin disyed his absolute skill! None wereparable to him, in fact, he was better than Carl by quite a bit. Masasis usual expression was unchanged; it was as though he had no weaknesses. Wang Zhengs performance wasnt bad; it could be seen that he was quite interested in shooting. Military training was just to let people get into the thick of things. Future training would gradually decrease in intensity. Furthermore, everyone was just a student and had to settle back into the rhythm of school life. With regards to shooting skills, the instructors were not particrly strict. The important thing was to cultivate interest in this aspect. On the contrary, Masasi walked over to Wang Zhengs side and asked him, "Would you like to engage in a smallpetition?" This was the first time Masasi had taken the initiative to invite someone to apetition ever since he arrived on Earth! Even Carl, who was standing at the side, was shocked. Masasis actions showed that he was held in no regard! Sadly, shooting was not one of Carls strengths. "Wang Zheng, ept his challenge! We support you!" "Yeah! Theres nothing to be afraid of, youve always been number one. Ruin him!" Before Wang Zheng could reply, all of the surrounding students were already riled up. Masasis and Carls existence had ignited everyones curiosity andpetitive spirit. However, the two of them were just too fearsome. Other than Wang Zheng, no one else could hold a candle to them. Carls arrogance led others to be irritated, yet Masasis calm and aloof personality provoked others even more! It was rare to see Masasi, an elite greater than other elites, challenge Wang Zheng on his own initiative! "Masasi, are you sure you dont want topete against Xie Yuxin instead?" asked Zhang Guodong, the instructor in charge of the shooting practice. He too was excited at such a development. However, to him, Masasi was definitely very experienced in gun handling. Although the Earths and the Moons training was slightly different, to Masasi there was no difference. From his body posture to his firing technique, it was skillful and precise. He was the textbook example of a confident shooter. As an instructor, even Guodong himself felt slightly pressured. Yet Wang Zheng was clearly a novice touching a gun for the first time. He followed every instruction during training to the letter, and his results werent bad. Although at times he could hit all 10 targets, other times he only managed to hit 7 or 8. Compared to him, among the rest of the students, Xie Yuxin was clearly the best shooter among them. "Boss! Beat him! I will support you!" This littlepetition had attracted the attention of numerous individuals, and even the military support departments students hade over. Obviously this included Yan Xiaosu! The surrounding students looked at him as Yan Xiaosu puffed his chest out and proudly eximed, "That is my older brother! We have been together since were in diapers!" Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders nonchntly. "Sure. How will wepete?" Zhang Guodong nodded his head. "Existing targets, 10 shots each." "Count me in as well. Masasi, this is Wang Zhengs first time; this is just a one sided ughter!" Xie Yuxin angrily replied. Masasi gave him a slight smile. "If he really was a novice, it would be embarrassing for me to even fire my gun." Zhang Guodong stared nkly. Everyone else had a simr expression on their faces. What in the world were they talking about? Up till now, Masasi had the best training scores followed by Xie Yuxin. Wang Zheng had followed the instructions to the letter and was not even in the top 20! The three prepared to fire. 10 Bullets each. The rest of the students gathered around them and held their breaths in anticipation. No one could distract them from this. The three started firing at the same time. Bang! 10 Hits! 10 Hits! 10 Hits! Wang Zhengs shots had suddenly be urate. 10 shots, 10 Hits. Xie Yuxin was slightly surprised. Had he surpassed his limits? "We wont be able to determine the victor like this. When I was on the Moon, I oftenpeted with my friends with another method." Masasi introduced a new set of rules. They would have their backs towards the target, and after three seconds, they would act simultaneously. The first one to open fire and hit the target the most times would win. The level of difficulty for this game had increased substantially. Zhang Guodong readily agreed. These little bastards were really too vicious. Yet in the monitoring room, Gu Te and Luo Yun watched the show with keen interest. "There is some difficulty involved in this. If one is too rash, the hit rate will definitely fall." "I really cant tell that its Wang Zhengs first time touching a gun. That bastard is really quite amazing." "Lets see how he performs." The three turned around while Zhang Guodong prepared to count down. While Masasi and Xie Yuxin used a single hand shooting style, Wang Zheng used a two-handed shooting style, as that was what was taught by the instructor. Masasi and Xie Yuxin could be said to be of another world! Although the two-handed shooting style was more stable, him turning around to shoot would definitely be slower. 3... 2... 1! The three individuals moved at the exact same time. Masasi and Xie Yuxin turned to their right simultaneously, arms following ordingly. They turned around quite quickly and took aim simultaneously. Quickly and violently turning their bodies, not only was Masasi experienced at this, but so was Xie Yuxin. It was difficult to see who was the better man. Yet at this point, a gun had already fired. Bang! 10 Hits! The entire ce was silent. Masasi and Xie Yuxin froze. They had just turned around and yet Wang Zheng had already fired? Wang Zheng did not even bother to turn around. He had ced his hands behind his back and fired! At this point, the entire field had burst into raucous apuse. Yan Xiaosu was the most spirited one. "Did you see that!? That was my older brother! The one I grew up with since we were in diapers!" In the monitoring room, Gu Te and Luo Yun looked at each other. It was like they had seen a ghost. Wasnt firing behind ones back a skill only certain veterans possessed? "Disy all of the targets he previously shot at," Major Luo Yun suddenlymanded. One target after another was disyed on the screen. Gu Te and Luo Yun could only stare in disbelief. What in the world was this... Although he had indeed only hit seven, eight, and sometimes even five times, the problem was that every single target had a pattern on it! There were "Smiley Faces", "Milky Way Coin Designs". Grannys leg, some even had the school crest on them! "Principal! Congrattions!" said Luo Yun as he gave a salute. Within a thousand soldiers, there would be at least one who would plead to enter the college. Gu Te had never once imagined that this ident would reap such gains. This student had a gic evaluation of 28 points? Even 82 points would be considered low for someone like him! Masasi gave a bitter smile. "Looks like I underestimated you." Among everyone there, Masasi was the only one who had noticed Wang Zhengs targets details. This bastard was too carefree. He felt that the shooting practice was extremely pointless despite him being interested in it. Clearly, he was different from the rest. Wang Zheng had no choice. At the same time, he finally understood why Bonehead had forced him to open his eyes wide. It was to train his visual acuity. He could feel the Rubiks Cube in the pit of his stomach heat up. It was a good sign. Once his basic foundations had been set, it was akin to him owning a treasure! What he needed now was to train in the midst of battle. Yet this was still the first part of training. He did not know how things would be like once he hadpleted it. Would he really be able to be a Wargod? "This was very thrilling. Everyone should set their sights on surpassing them. Train well, the military training is about to end. I hope that the experiences you have had during this period will be helpful," Zhang Guodong said. Everyone gave a round of apuse. This times military training had changed everyone. Whether one had learned anything or not, at the very least, everyones willpower had gained aspects of a soldiers resolve. As for Student Wang, he had be the man of the moment despite being unknown previously. One monthter, military training had officially ended. Wang Zheng hadpletely surpassed Masasi in results to be the one with the top scores. It was not until now that the Mecha Department students realized that he was from the Physics Department... Wang Zheng was slightly reluctant to part with the training, because bitter suffering awaited him in the Physics Department. The conclusion of military training brought with it two days of rest. Everyone wanted to rest, and on Saturday and Sunday there would be the gathering with the Mecha Departments girls. After the military training, the Physics Department males were getting excited at the thought of meeting the girls. Wang Zhengs Saturday was free. Yan Xiaosu and Xie Yuxin had returned home, and the Old Merchant had left with all of his belongings. After Wang Zheng finished his breakfast, he headed towards Brothers Net Cafe. When the owner saw Wang Zheng, his eyes brimmed with tears of excitement. Ever since school started, business was bad. Why couldnt schools have holidays all year round!? Wang Zheng used the VIP booth as per usual. He had not yed for some time and he could feel a genuine itch to do so. Skeletons ID lit up. Wang Zheng changed his profile picture to that of a skeletons head as well, even though it was not as adorable as the real Bonehead. A month to most people would be over in the blink of an eye. However, to some others who were bitterly waiting, it felt like a year. Solon had a massive headache. He was unable to contact Skeleton at all. He had disappeared for a month; hopefully he was not lost forever. Had he been kidnapped? Solon had never felt this concerned, not even for his own son! "Boss! Boss! Hes here!" "F*ck! Hes finally here! Begin all the preparations!" "Yes!" On the forum, this time it was not only the beginner arena page that was engaged in chatter, even the main page had a notice! The pentakill fromst time had be the pride and legend of the beginner arena. Skeletons video fromst month had already been released in numerous editions. "Hey, who is this? Its so early in the morning. Are you looking to die?!" "Number 6, hurry up. Skeleton is online!" "F*ck! Iming!" There were usually less yers in the morning. However, this time, the number of users started to increase. In fact, it increased as quickly as a rocket taking off! "Boss, everything is in position. Do we begin?" "Begin!" said Solon as he nodded his head. "This bastard is slightly hard to deal with. He onlymentates high level games. Im afraid that..." Solon mmed the table as he shouted, "No matter! Directly broadcast!" The individual they were referring to was a gold rankedmentator named "Young Deer." In thementator world, he was rtively famous. He onlymentated for popr livestreams and videos, but this time, he was invited by Solon. He was extremely popr and people loved him. He strongly believed that this would be his trump card! The yers wanted to view the match directly, but they were surprised to see that it had already started broadcasting. "Good day, everyone! I am Young Deer of the Brotherhood. Also known as the trouble-making Young Deer! Recently, I heard of a user by the name of Skeleton who has been exceptionally outstanding, and Im here to see for myself!" Although his ID was Young Deer, this brother was definitely a man. He had two long whiskers that seemed to float in the air. "We still have a bit of time. Can everyone remember thest battle? Aiyo, it was truly a sight to behold; he even managed to score a pentakill. Although he only killed noobs, I still think he can be known as the Noob Farmer." Young Deer mocked. He had not prepared for this livestream, and if not for Solons invitation, he would not have been interested in this at all. This guy was just bullying noobs. What was he worth? As he finished speaking, the chatbox erupted with messages, riddled with sounds of ridicule. Chapter 27: Magnetic Storm Guardian Chapter 27: Maic Storm Guardian Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Young Deer personally felt that he was very popr. However, as he watched, he couldnt stomach it any longer. F*ck! What kind of bastard could use the Wargod No. 1 to such a level? "Kekeke, Young Deer has to amend his opinion. This guy seems like a pretty decent yer after all. Everyone, please sit tight as we await his next battle!" Pausing the live stream temporarily, he let the users listen to some of his preferred music. Young Deer hurriedly started to watch all of Skeletons videos. The more he watched, the more surprised he became. This bastard was a freak of nature. He was an expert in closebat! Looked like this would not be as pointless as he had imagined. Including the battle where he had assisted Yan Xiaosu, Wang Zheng had already achieved five consecutive victories. This was already the ultimate threshold for most yers! The matchmaking system would naturally assign him tougher and tougher opponents, so his chances of victory would subsequently fall. "Boss, there are numerous high level experts who have appeared in the matchmaker. I think they wish to battle Skeleton." "Hehe, this is the exact result I wanted!" "But wont this match Skeleton up with high level mecha? Wont this be a problem?" Solon had a knowing smile on his face. "Battles like these cannot be avoided, and he will have to fight them eventually. At most he will just be forced to change the mech he uses. So long as he wins, we will continue to do this." "... But Boss, he has never replied to us. What if he doesnt change his mech?" Solon was stunned for a moment. F*ck. How could he have forgotten such an important matter? "What are you waiting for!? Hurry up and inform him then! Are you a pig?!" Wang Zheng did indeed see his system message inbox blink repeatedly, but since he was preparing for battle, he didnt feel like replying. Matchmaking Complete. ID: Northwest Wind, Rank: Bronze 3, Mech: Maic Storm Guardian Maic Storm Guardian, a high-end mech. This mech was an exported model. It possessed overwhelming long distance firepower and an inbuilt maic field that interfered with the enemy mechs systems. It wasmonly used by the soldiers of the Moon. However, on the other side, Solon felt like he was an ant on top of a burning wok. Why was Skeleton not responding to him? ID: Skeleton, Wargod No. 1 Young Deer couldnt help but be extremely excited. The battle ahead would definitely be very interesting. Even he couldnt fully understand how a Wargod No. 1 would be able to beat a Maic Storm Guardian. Yet when he saw the number of paying audience members, he was shocked speechless at the sight. Grannys leg, there were 30,000 viewers already. In the high level arenas, this would already be considered a pretty decent number, not to mention the beginner arena, where people were rarely interested in their battles! It looked like this guy was pretty well received here. "Hello, everyone, I would like to wee everyone on this sunny morning to enjoy this battle in the beginners arena. Wargod No. 1 vs the Maic Storm Guardian. Im very curious as to how Skeleton will n to use his titanium alloy de to stab the Maic Storm Guardian to death!" ridiculed Young Deer. "Everyone should know that the Maic Storm Guardians nickname is the Thunder God. It is a mech that is well rounded in every aspect, and itsmonly used in the high level arenas. It has an inbuilt maic field that is specialized in inhibiting long range sniping. ... F*ck, did I see something wrong? Our courageous Skeleton has chosen his weapon... and for today, he has chosen theser rifle! GOD!" While Young Deer was exining, he couldnt help but to let out a sigh of admiration. This time, there were numerous viewers who had been invited by their friends. They couldnt be bothered to watch the video. Some had just entered and once they did, they saw a shocking scene before them. This expert was acting like an idiot! Using the Wargod No. 1 was fine, but at least have somemon sense! The Maic Storm Guardian was the bane of long ranged attackers. Its key ability was to disrupt long rangedbat. Although using the Wargod No. 1 was already as good as digging ones own grave, if one were to wait for the right opportunity and engage in meleebat, with Skeletons closebat abilities, there was definitely a chance to attain victory. However, he did not bring the knife but chose theser rifle instead. The problem was that theser rifle of Wargod No. 1 was a basic one, so it would definitely be disrupted by the maic field. Young Deer did not expect to run into such a situation this morning. "Hello, my fellow early risers, it looks like thispetition will be over soon. Our little friend Skeleton looks like he has yet to wake up. Hes continued to use Wargod No. 1 and even brought theser rifle. I think he gave up after seeing his opponent!" The atmosphere in the broadcast had changed. The ones that were left were just waiting for it to end. In the office, Solon hit the table angrily. "You group of IDIOTS! You cant even contact a single individual!" Communication. Communication was extremely important. He greatly wished to interact with Skeleton. He wanted to let the opposing party know what a great financial opportunity he was, and that if the two of them had worked together, they could have created a miracle. But this opportunity was about to be destroyed! Even a kindergartener could tell you that one could not utilize theser rifle against the Maic Storm Guardian. The biggest problem was that Skeleton was clearly a closebat expert. Why in the world would he use aser rifle!? Suddenly, a thought arose in everyones minds. He must have selected the wrong weapon! He definitely selected the wrong weapon! F*ck! It was unfortunate that there was no option to back out of the match! Match begin! Battle Location: City Battleground The city possessed numerous buildings that could serve as cover. Was he nning to literally use the rifle to bludgeon the Maic Storm Guardian to death? The Maic Storm Guardian had an energy shield, so even if he were to swing wildly with the rifle for an entire day, the shield would not break. "Excellent, Skeleton. My little friend is nning toe out in public with a stunning appearance! He seems to be slightly perplexed as he examines hisser rifle. Looks like he really did choose the wrong weapon. To everyone watching this livestream, I am Young Deer, and I will bementating on this battle of CT in the beginners arena. This battle will teach everyone an important lesson:ckingmon sense is indeed fatal!" By now, Skeleton already had numerous supporters. Yet under the insults and scolding of the other viewers, they had no way to defend Skeletons actions. Everyone possessedmon sense after all! "Boss, the battle has begun, but the viewer numbers continue to rise. Attention to it is also increasing." Solon did not want to watch at this point. However, even if it was to be his final firework, he was obligated to personally witness this battle. On the screen, Wargod No. 1 hefted hisser rifle and started spinning it around in circles. He seemed extremely curious. Then he fired a shot to the east and a shot to the west. This clearly exposed his current position. The Maic Storm Guardian had already started moving in Wargod No. 1s direction. "Excellent, looks like this will be a quick defeat. Contestant Skeleton has nonchntly revealed his position. Based on previous analysis, within a 100 meters range, the Maic Storm Guardian canpletely disrupt the enemy mechs shooting assistance system. Although some experts might be able topensate for the interference caused by the maic field and adjust theser, most individuals cant! I would like to emphasize that only experts are able to do so!" Young Deer smiled as he exined. At this point in time, Young Deers Skylink received a message. If it was a more exciting match, he would definitely have left the message forter, but at this point in time, there was nothing worth paying attention to and hence he opened the message. Young Deer was instantly overjoyed. "Dear viewers, I have just received a message. Our contestant, Northwest Winds user, is none other than the Asia regions Number 9th yer with the Maic Storm Guardian, Zhang Hao! Congrattions contestant, Skeleton; he will not lose to an unknown challenger!" This implied that there would be no chance for victory. The Maic Storm Guardian was walking forward carefully, his sides against the walls beside him. Even if the enemy ambushed him, he would have a way to react. In all honesty, Zhang Hao did not feel that the enemy had any chance of victory. However, he did not want to take any chances. The Wargod No. 1 did not have any intention of hiding. Within a few minutes, the two individuals spotted each other and shed. The Maic Storm Guardian unreservedly began to fire hissers at him. The Maic Storm Guardian possessed High Explosive "A" Lasers, which had significantly more firepowerpared to a Wargod No. 1s small gun. "Facing Maic Storm Guardians ferocious assault, Wargod No. 1 has retreated! Excellent, this is an extremely smart move. Looks like contestant, Skeleton, has not given up. Please forgive me for not being professional, but... I want to drink some milk. For the sake of this battle, I have not even had breakfast!" as Young Deer finished speaking, he immediately took out a bottle of milk. Having an incisive personality was amentators characteristic. Especially since he was coerced toe andmentate such a low level game, it was indeed humiliating. The Maic Storm Guardians maic field had been activated. It covered the battlefield. Zhang Hao took the initiative quickly. In this sort of situation, so long as he suppressed the enemy, it would be easy to crush him. When using the Maic Storm Guardian, it was important to keep some distance from the enemy to maximize the effect of his maic field. Thus, even as he chased, Zhang Hao continued to maintain a safe distance. Looking at the capabilities of the mech, most expert mecha did not possess significant speed. However, the Maic Storm Guardian could not possibly be worse than the Wargod No. 1. Once he caught a trace of the enemy, it would be impossible to escape from his grasp. Once the Wargod No. 1 appeared, he would be subjected to vicious assault and would have no way to retaliate. Zhang Hao slowly approached the corner where the Wargod No. 1 was hiding. He would eventually run out of space to retreat. "Everyone should be familiar with the City Battlegrounds map. Within the next three minutes, Maic Storm Guardian will definitely corner Wargod No. 1, and it will be the moment everyone is waiting for. Fellow viewers, give me a moment to drink some milk. Whenever I see a bad performance, my stomach feels hungry." Young Deers insults led those previously depressed viewers to be exceedingly angry. They began to flood the chat box withments of their own. Both sides were arguing with each other. At this point in time, a small minority still believed a miracle would happen. Young Deer drank milk as he watched beforeughing. "I cant believe contestant Skeleton still has some die-hard fans. At this point in time, some still believe he can win. I, Young Deer, have broadcasted for three years already and evenmentated for the Tyrannical sh of Kings. I am confident that this situation has no chance for reversal, none at all. If Skeleton wins, I will eat this milk carton." Young Deer spoke as heughed loudly. He didnt understand what Solon was trying to do. He heard that Solon would no longer be able to work for much longer, so he wanted to give him some face. But who would have known that it was a trap! Commentating such a performance would be considered a joke in his circle of friends, and the more he thought about it, the more he regretted it. Just as Young Deer spoke, the Wargod No. 1 was located. Suppressed under the Maic Storm Guardians firepower, he continued to retreat backwards with very little space left. At this point in time, the Maic Storm Guardian had forced its way across towards Skeleton. At this rate, within 10 seconds, they would meet face to face. From the start of the battle till now, the Wargod No. 1 had not fired at the enemy. Thus, it led people to wonder if he knew how to use theser rifle. "10, 9... excellent. Contestant Skeleton has decided to make hisst stand. He is awaiting the moment his opponent appears. What a pity this is." When the Maic Storm Guardian was about to appear in front of the Wargod No. 1, he suddenly paused and then rushed out. This prevented the enemy from taking the initiative and spotting him, causing the Wargod No. 1 to lose his element of surprise. The Maic Storm Guardian stood face to face with Wargod No. 1. Both sides guns were already facing each other. The Maic Storm Guardian began to fire. Rat a tat tat tat Foursers beams were fired directly at Wargod No. 1. From amentators perspective, the finale was crucial. "Maic Guardian fires. Excellent, his shots are very urate. Wargod No.1 has climbed behind the wall. This is the final wall he can hide behind before he loses his life..." Bang! Eh? The Wargod No. 1 returned fire. Without the assistance of the shooting system, theser raced towards the Maic Storm Guardian. Zhang Hao broke out in cold sweat and immediately activated his energy shield. This was a basic function of the maic field, yet theser had not been disrupted! Theser hit the cockpit directly. Chapter 28: Young Deer! Your Mother’s Calling for You to Go Back Home and Drink Milk Chapter 28: Young Deer! Your Mothers Calling for You to Go Back Home and Drink Milk Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Ah, not bad. He indeed does disy the skill of one of Asia Regions top 10 Maic Storm Guardians. His ability to disrupt the enemysser is very precise. The Wargod No. 1 will be down to hisst breaths soon!"ughed Young Deer. This shot had led everyone to feel shocked. Those that were following the scene closely sighed in admiration. It was a pity that Zhang Hao had not turned on his energy shield and was almost destroyed. However, now the energy shield had been turned on. With its activation, Zhang Hao could not afford to waste the energy, so he rushed in the direction where Wang Zheng was hiding, pulverizing all the debris in his way as far as the eye could see. The Wargod No. 1 jumped into the air... he was definitely looking for death... Bang! Theser fired. The Maic Storm Guardian wanted to return fire, but the mech was rocked by a vicious explosion. He was hit! Was it a lucky hit? As he prepared to swap his equipment Rumble... The mech was rocked by another impact. This was caused by the Wargod No. 1, who hadnded in front of him a distance away. He was no longer going to hide as he prepared to suppress the Maic Storm Guardian. Rumble! Rumble! The maic field should have been able to interfere and disrupt ones shooting assistance system! But what if the pilot did not require it??? What if the pilot was a godly marksman??? The maic field could indeed disrupt theser and cause it to deviate! But what if the pilot could make the necessary calctions and correct the deviation??? What if the pilot had prepared in advance??? Technically speaking, such a feat was possible. However, practically speaking, it was impossible for anyone to execute it! Theser hit the energy shield repeatedly, resulting in the Maic Storm Guardian shaking endlessly. However, Zhang Hao exerted excellent self-control and calmed his heart. All he needed was one shot. One chance and he would be able to turn the enemy into scrap metal! Time was of the essence. Even if his energy shield was hit, with the Wargod No. 1s rifle, it would still require more than 10 shots to deplete it. Maic Storm Guardian raised his high explosiveser rifle... Bang! The whole world went silent. There was a bright sh and the Maic Storm Guardians rifle exploded! This was the Wargod No. 1s target! The tables had turned! The high explosiveser rifle had been destroyed, and the Maic Storm Guardian had be an unarmed pretty little girl! The Wargod No. 1 continued to advance. Those in the chatbox who had previously held on to the very end were suddenly filled with burning fervor! Bang... Bang... Every hit on the Maic Storm Guardian caused it to rock. Zhang Hao immediately withdrew his alloy de and rushed towards Wargod No. 1. He had to rush into the enemy before his energy shield was depleted. The Wargod No. 1 did not show any intention to dodge. He continued to fire round after round at the Maic Storm Guardian. There was only a distance of 10 odd meters between the two. The eighth shot depleted the energy shield of the Maic Storm Guardian. Six meters! Bang! Headshot! Nine shots! Skeleton WIN! Resounding apuse flooded everyones ears. Everyones eyes were full of fireworks. He could someone even win in such a situation? At this point in time, Young Deer was cut off from the screen. Actually, while hementated, he was holding the carton of milk. However, the straw which he had been drinking from had jammed into his nose. He had taken a deep breath in surprise and was half choked to death! The chatbox had erupted into a frenzy of activity. "Young Deer! Your mothers calling for you to go back home and drink milk!" "Hurry up and eat the milk carton, we are waiting!" ... Although the battle was over, the situation was not. Zhang Hao had opened the public channel to let everyone see who he was. He wanted to use this opportunity to be famous, but who would have thought that such a situation would ur!? "There was a bug. The Wargod No. 1sser rifle would definitely require at least 10 shots to deplete the energy shield! This was calcted!" Zhang Hao eximed. If the shield had blocked one more shot, he would have been the victor! At the same time, the viewers were whispering amongst themselves. Although no one was really paying attention, it was true that people had done tests on this before. Especially in the higher level arenas, the amount of damage one could sustain was calcted very precisely. Especially since the Wargod No. 1 was such a basic model, it was best used for testing. Could it be that this Wargod No. 1 had a problem??? Solon was so happy that he looked as though he was on drugs. "Quickly, analyze the video!" No one else was clearer about this than Solon. There were no definitely no bugs. Since there were no bugs, then it was definitely due to skill! Whether one agreed or not, everyone, including Young Deer, was waiting for the analysis. As a professionalmentator, he was extremely clear. With Wargod No. 1sser energy, it would definitely require more than 10 shots to deplete the shield. If the shots were badly ced, it would take even more hits. The analysis of the video came out. Even the chatbox had be temporarily silent. Everyones movements had slowed down. The Wargod No. 1s shots had been affected slightly by the discing effects of the maic field. However, even under these conditions, he was still able to hit his target urately. Although it was easy to say, this went against what was expected! Even under close scrutiny, no one could believe he was able to do this. The Wargod No. 1 was extremely urate with theser rifle! At this point in time, no one was concerned with his monstrous ability to calibrate the rifle on the fly and his uracy in hitting the enemy. The problem was that he had only fired nine shots. Everyone knew that nine shots was not sufficient to break the shield. Furthermore, one shot had even hit the gun. At this point, the eagerly awaited analysis hade out. Other than the single shot that had hit the gun, the other eight shots had all hit the exact same position! Energy superposition dissipationw! When the same position was hit by repeated fire, the energy consumption for shield deflection would increase! The analysis showed the energy shields energy consumption. By the time the seventh shot had hit, the shield had only 8% of its energy left. Thus, when the eighth shot had hit, it destroyed the shield and hit the mech. This was a very precise attack! He had just seeded by a slim margin. The shield had been destroyed as a result, and the Maic Storm Guardian was unable to leave even a scratch on the enemy despite sacrificing his life. This was a miracle! It was a string of coincidences that had led to this urrence. If just one thing had gone wrong, the Wargod No. 1 would have lost. Yet as a result, Skeleton won! At this point, the livestream had a new attraction. Young Deer had wordlessly started to tear up the milk carton, cramming it into his mouth piece by piece... he was really swallowing the milk carton! Thest mouthful had to be washed down with water. He looked as though he had been constipated for over 10 days with the grimace on his face. One of the official staff beside him suddenly spoke as though prompted and asked, "Commentator Young Deer, Im sure everyone would like to ask what your opinion on this battle would be." Young Deer calmed himself and then replied, "Hehe, I admit, I almost peed in my pants. This was the work of a god!" Invulnerable God Skeleton! All of you have been tricked. Skeleton was actually a long ranged expert marksman! Revealing CTsrgest secret C The Wargod No. 1 is actually an all rounded mech! Student Wang was currently recalling his gains. The Rubiks Cube had a reaction to the battle, but it was not exceptionallyrge. This gain was not as significantpared to the military training he had gone through. The battle was not exceptionally difficult either. Although the viewers had watched with exceptional fervor and trepidation, in reality, once the firstser had been deflected, the battle was already over. Calibrating for the maic field was nothing special. Wang Zhengs strongest suit was his mathematics and spatial judgement. Once he fired a single round, he was able to calibrate the maic fields interference. Actually, if he was able to fire faster, eight shots instead of nine would have been sufficient. Perhaps then he would have gained arger amount of battle energy. Wang Zheng felt that he had to work harder. It was such an easy battle, but he did not perform better. After his self-review, he paid his bills and left. If his enemy had known how Wang Zheng was feeling, he would probably have quit CT altogether. "Boss, there are currently 46,000 paying viewers! Its a new record!" The entire office was filled with apuse. Solon then noticed that he was covered in sweat. He tried his best to show a rxed expression he spoke. "It has been tough on everyone. Our next task will be to figure out a way to contact Skeleton!" "Dont worry! We will continue to message him. One day he will be moved by our sincerity!" Solon strode back to his office steadily. Closing the door, he jumped up in excitement like a little kid. This was too sweet! Those that woke up early on a weekend morning only to watch the match were few. They would definitely go and y a few rounds themselves. Suddenly, everyone was wondering why in the world were there so many yers choosing to y the Wargod No. 1. After watching Skeletons Wargod No. 1s godly performance, everyone felt that the Wargod No. 1 was an extremely strong mech. Actually, other than the fact that it had no energy shields and an average offensive capability, despite the limited choices for equipment, it had an excellent ability to adapt to its surroundings, making it the most optimal decision! This was a mech that could allow one to be a god! Thus, numerous passionate kids were all tricked. They lost so quickly and so much that they even lost their pants in gambling stakes! They cried out desperately. Many of them were unable to dodge other mechas assaults. Even more often than not, before they could even unsheathe their alloy knives, they would already be reduced into a fiery heap. Of course, there were also those who were able to operate it better. After ambushing an enemy from a corner and relentlessly attacking, once the fight began, they realized that they could not even deplete the enemys shields, and as a result, they too would be reduced into a smouldering heap. The Wargod No. 1, at the end of the day, was still a Wargod No. 1, a training mech. However, after using it, people finally realized that this wasnt a f**king mech, this was a trap! The more professional gamers all formed their own corps. It was a form of glory. Of course, forming a corp around a single elite made more sense. All of the famous corps were built like that. Just having several strong elites were enough. All of those corps that were slightly more famous usually had a diamond level yer as the leader. At the same time, they set high standards for entry in order to develop promising talent. This was the only way to maintain a corps glory and fame. At the same time, this would help spread the corps fame. Yet on this day, a special corps had been formed. This corp was known as the Skeleton Corps. It was different from the rest. This corps had no requirement for the yers skill level. However, the leader was not part of it yet. No one knew who this leader really was. The most important part was that to enter this corps, one had to believe in miracles. When this corps was formed, there were thousands of people who rushed to join. More urately, thousands of noobs joined. In actuality, Wang Zhengs recent battle analysis video had already been entered as one of the top hundred searched Sr System Federation CT games. Particrly noteworthy was the fact that it was the only game from the beginner arena. There were too many experts, and the Tyrannical sh of Kings had numerous exciting matches. Even in such a situation, such a match was worthy of being ced among them. It also had to be said that Young Deer was a courageous man; he actually ate the entire milk carton. The battle was a blessing in disguise for him. At the start of the match, everyone believed Skeleton was only capable of closebat. Usually, a professional yer would only focus on a specific type ofbat and not be a jack of all trades. Furthermore, with the Wargod No. 1, theser rifle was as good as a decorative ornament. Yet after this match, it showed everyone that nothing was set in stone. No one would now dare to say that a Wargod No. 1 could not shoot someone to death! Compared to his closebat ability, Skeletons degree of skill in marksmanship was even more unfathomable. This battle was not satisfying, especially to the yers who had used the Wargod No. 1 and had been tyrannically oppressed. They could only watch the videos to feel recharged and after that continue to battle before getting destroyed again. Yet for some unknown reason, their hearts would be filled with passion. Every male longed to be a god! However, such a sight was quitemon. When they lost, it would give rise to numerous insults among yers. Even then the teammates would hope, what if one day they were matched with the real Skeleton? A torrent of new usernames cropped up: "The Real Skeleton," "Skeleton Number 2," "Skeleton 00," and so on. These would lead those kids who were eagerly hoping for a fluke to be left in tears. This was true abuse! Chapter 29: Recruiting Soldiers and Buying Horses Chapter 29: Recruiting Soldiers and Buying Horses Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Some of the yers were extremely resolute about ying the Wargod No. 1. Their ranking points were like that of a waterfall streaming down a thousand meters, plummeting to almost nothing. On the other hand, the one who had caused this entire disaster, Student Wang, was currently deciding what to have for lunch. His choices were quite plentiful. Old Tan[1] pickled vegetables and beef noodles? Old Tan pickled vegetables and pork noodles? Or perhaps he should have Old Tan pickled vegetables andmb noodles. In the end, Student Wang opted for a bowl of Kang Shifus[2] instant noodles. When he was paying, Wang Zheng suddenly realized that something was amiss. His bank ount had an additional 10,000 dors? That was a massive fortune! Where did thise from? What if it was a mistake? He would have to return it. If he didnt do this properly, he would be seen as untrustworthy. This was not a joke! As he ate his instant noodles, he continued to figure out how this could have happened. As he ate, tears welled up in Student Wangs eyes. God, he could finally see the light at the end of the tunnel! He would no longer have to eat instant noodles! Quick as a bullet, Wang Zheng rushed towards the canteen and immediately ordered three dishes and a soup. Even the canteen operator was stunned at the sight of what had just transpired. After eating and drinking his fill, Student Wang once again could feel the joy of living. When one scar reaches the mountain, there will definitely be a road[3]. When he saw therge number of emails, Wang Zheng finally understood. This was not a mistaken transaction, it was given to him by the CT system. That guy by the name of Solon was the real deal. In order to let Wang Zheng believe him, Solon had fully researched every aspect of Wang Zheng. In actual fact, it would be better for Wang Zheng to find opponents close to his skill level. Fighting weak opponents was meaningless. Additionally, there was a significant problem: the Rubiks Cube would not only not grow hotter but would at times grow colder. When it became cold, the battle energy decreased. This would happen when Wang Zhengs performance was poor or when he made mistakes. Sometimes it would not be due to the fact that Wang Zheng performed poorly but rather that the opponent was too weak. Even if there was no better option, this did not matter to the Rubiks Cube. The less often such situations urred, the better for him. After randomly picking an email, Wang Zheng sent a reply. He did not want to be too entangled with the opposing party. He wanted things to be simple. If the constraints were too significant, it would affect his daily life. Solon was in an extremely good mood. Although he had patiently suffered waiting for the reply, it had bore fruit. Skeleton would always give him a surprise. When the Skeleton Corps had formed, the CT administrators had even disseminated a message. This was treatment only reserved for the most elite of corps! The workers were currently giving Solon a report on the numbers; they were constantly updating the information database. Most importantly, in the beginner arena, the Asian region had not seen a decrease in number of yers. Solon finally felt that he could finally sit firmly on his butt. His retirement sum was waving at him. Suddenly, the Skylink rang. There was a new email. Solonzily nced over, but very quickly hisrge frame stood up. He hurriedly opened the message. As he was too nervous, he constantly opened the wrong mail. In the end, he managed to open the email. There was only one word in the email C Okay. Outside, the workers were busy with their tasks. As yer activity increased, their workload increased as well. At this point, loudughter could be heard from the chairmans office. It was absolutely ear-piercing. To Wang Zheng, for this period of time, he would no longer have any worries; even the sun seemed exceptionally radiant. In addition, if he became rich, he could find a more specialized ce to train his body. Simple running was not sufficient for him to further train his body. He also required more nutrients to amodate it. Back in the dormitory, the other three coincidentally happened to be there. Zhang Shan was meticulouslybing his hair, Yao Ailun was currently engrossed in hisputer game, mumbling to himself while nodding continuously, while Chen Xiu was sitting by Ailuns side, eyes sparkling in delight. "Youre back. Hows my hair?" Zhang Shan was preparing for tomorrows gathering. Beautifuldies were like spring. If one did not get a girlfriend in college, it was absolutely sad. "Not bad. What are the two of you doing?" "Dont bother those two nerds, they are ying someputer game. Whats the point?" Zhang Shan could not understand and shrugged his shoulders. He could not imagine himself being excited over such pointless things. "Zhang Shan, dont be such an unsophisticated plebeian. This is the most modern game in the Milky Way, CT!" "Cheh, so what? If you want to satisfy your cravings, why dont you pilot an actual mech?!" Zhang Shan disdainfully replied. He was thinking the same that Wang Zheng thought in the past. "This guys skill defies the natural order!" "Ah, with regards to actuarials, his ability to do math isnt bad!" said Chen Xiu as he watched from the side. The two of them were stereotypical noobs who loved the game and were theorists. When one discussed CT tactics, the two were "professors." However, in actual gamey, they were no different from kindergarteners. The two of them were rather powerless, as their bodies could not keep up with their minds. Wang Zheng gave them a look and was speechless. Yao Ailun was currently creating his disy picture. "Wang Zheng, didnt you say that you wanted to be a mech pilot? Come here and take a look at this guy. His skill is unnatural, and he is a real expert. He does not use those high end mechs like those other arrogant yers. If he was a military school student, it would be no small matter." "Haha, its just a game, no need to be so serious," replied Wang Zheng. Yao Ailuns small eyes underneath his sses sparkled with light. "Just you see, guys. This guy will definitely create a miracle!" "Do you have interest in joining the Skeleton Corps? It was created by Brother Yao and me," said Chen Xiu, enthusiastically. After understanding the situation, Student Wang was slightly speechless. These two were truly passionate and carefree. Zhang Shan grabbed Wang Zheng. "Dont let these two nerds lead you astray! Follow me, your older brother, and your future opportunities will be boundless. Dont associate yourself with them!" "Cheh, Zhang Shan, we have already made preparations for our leader. What ways of the world? The time of the muscr male is long over; this is the era of the elite, and one will have to walk the path of an elite!" Yao Ailun opened his cupboard and removed a parcel. Within five minutes, he hadpletely transformed. In a brief moment, he was dressed in a western suit, and his hair really looked like that of an "elite." Student Yao changed to a pair of golden rimmed spectacles and adjusted his cor while looking disdainfully at Zhang Shan. "When dealing with girls, for one to have the poise of a gentleman, one will have to go the mile to look the part." Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan stared at each other in disbelief. Who could have believed that this hardcore nerd could transform in a snap? This transformation was too fearsome. "This is called disguising yourself!" "Dont be envious, brother. Did you not hear of my legend? At Tai Feng middle school, who did not hear of Yao Ailuns distinguished yboy nickname?!" Chen Xiu looked enviously at Yao Ailun. "Actually, I have made my own preparations. Mother said that age is not an issue, and that in university, its better to find more than one girlfriend for the sake of the future." The dormitory was filled with silence. Wang Zheng and the other two were slightly petrified. What kind of modern age mother was that!? "Wang Zheng, what about you? Are you nning to wear your school uniform?" Wang Zheng replied helplessly as he shrugged his shoulders. "Im fine with anything. Anyways, like this, Ye Zisu will instantly recognize me." "F**k, the two of you are so close. You wouldnt have acted already, would you? S**t, its just a trap for the rest of us. Wait, wrong. We are all brothers in arms, and she is yours. I will not fight with you over her," Zhang Shan replied with a spirit of loyalty and self sacrifice. "No, everyone, please work hard, we are only ssmates." Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. Although they were friends, he felt quite strange. Ye Zisu was always helping him. If he looked at it differently, Yue Jing had left the city because of his actions. "Brother Zheng, you wouldnt happen to prefer males, would you?" Chen Xiu asked curiously. "My mother used to say that times have changed, and that the best guys have been snatched by other males." The other three in the dormitory once again looked on speechlessly. They suddenly felt that there was a generational gap between them and Chen Xiu. "Student Chen Xiu, you are already in college, so your heart should be that of an adult. You must have your own opinions in future!" Wang Zheng used to think that his train of thought was sufficiently weird, but whenpared to Chen Xiu, he was way too normal. "But... you have not answered my previous question." "Scram, this brother likes women!" Student Wang stomped off in a fury while the other three roared withughter. They had tricked Student Wang; Chen Xiu was merely pulling his leg. Although Chen Xiu was the youngest in the dormitory, he had thergest number of devious ideas. "Brother Yao, someone is here to quarrel with you." Yao Ailun rushed to theputer. "F**k these noobs. They took the kings arena videos tomentate on. Damn it. When will Skeleton wreck these experts? I will see how they scream then!" "Brother Yao, I havepared the Sol Federations mechs. Theoretically speaking, the Wargod No. 1 does possess an upper limit. Whenpeting against the mecha used in the Tyrannical sh of Kings, the odds of victory are extremely low." "As devoted members of the Skeleton Corps, we have to believe in miracles. We have to believe that Skeleton will represent us and beat those guys silly!" "Hopefully he will see the article I have written on the merits and drawbacks of the mech. Brother Zheng, do you want to take a look? It has been posted on the official site," said Chen Xiu. He was an avid fan of CT. At the same time, he was a noob eternally struggling in the beginners arena, and he would always get scolded by his teammates until he could not utter a single reply. However, when it came to theoretical discussion, no one could best him there. "Sure, I am quite interested in this." "Okay, I will send a copy to your Skylink," said Chen Xiu. He enjoyed sharing his work with other individuals. Wang Zheng also wanted to better understand. Fighting against the Maic Storm Guardian was quite interesting. It was great that he was matched against a slightly weaker opponent, because if the opponent was any stronger, it might have been too tough to beat. On the outskirts of the European Regions central LD district, there existed a grand vi which spanned 2/3s of a hectare. In a spacious and shining gym, a young man was currently engaged in training with his bare hands. Beside him were four individuals who were wielding long knives... The knives were actually sharp. The four simultaneously attacked, their knives shing. There were no blind spots. Yet with a single sound as the knives shed, the four who were assisting in the trainingy sprawled on the floor, unable to get up. The young man walked off in a rxed fashion. "Give them twice the usualpensation for medical fees." A butler immediately appeared and produced a towel for the young man while bitterly smiling. "Yes, Young Master. These four are considered to be within the top 10 for MMA. With your viciousness, Im afraid no one will be willing toe in the future." "Find individuals from the underworld arenas then. Those who are able to harm me will be able to win a million dors!" replied the young man dryly. The butler helplessly nodded his head, "Yes, Young Master. In addition, Yue Longs representatives have already been here for three days. Will you pay them a visit?" The young mans visage turned cold. "Yue Long?" "Yes, he has been implicated in Ans situation and has been sacked. Looks like he is here to ask for your help." [1] Old Tan is a brand of instant noodles [2] Another brand of instant noodles [3] Idiomatic expression that means that everything will eventually turn out for the best. Chapter 30: Real Men Chapter 30: Real Men Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The young manughed lightly. "One sneeze from the Princess of An can dismiss a representative. She is extremely powerful. Alright, lets take a look at what he wants." The butler lowered his head as he said, "Hes been used as a pretext. His daughter is also here. It seems ..." A hint of a sneer appeared at the corner of the young mans mouth. "When are the mecha from Aning?" "At most one week from now. As you know, its a little more troublesome for them to clear customs." "Give them another three days!" The young man did not pay too much heed. "Understood, three days," the butler said respectfully. The day he was referring to was that of the time of a single day on Earth. It was also used to gauge time in the Sr System and eventually used as the basis of time in the Milky Way Gxy. In that very same world, at a very different region on a Sunday morning, four people met early in the morning at a quaint tea shop. Tea Mine, a little shop that specialized in ck tea. The boss was a very meticulous individual, and the Tea Mine was uniquely designed based on his ideas. It was quite well-known in school. The four individuals sat down. "Since our dorm head has no requests, Ill go first!" Zhang Shan said. "Based on our IQ, since I am the highest, I get to choose first!" Yao Ailun did not want to be outdone. "Shouldnt you all let me have the first pick? We must respect the old and cherish the young!" Chen Xiu said, with a look of grievance. The three were already engaged in talks, and Wang Zheng did not know whether tough or to cry. It seemed that the charm of beautiful women was indeed powerful. At this moment, a girl walked in energetically. She looked around and then strode swiftly towards them. The four who were seated were shocked. Dont tell me that she was the one? It shouldnt be? GOD! When that girl ... rather, when that tomboy sat on the chair opposite the four, the four of them clearly felt a tremor. "The rest are noting anymore. Weve agreed on letting me take one back. You guys decide amongst yourselves!" she said, grabbing the teapot on the table and gulping it down. The four of them, who were well-dressed, were petrified, and they looked at each other. Yao Ailun pushed up his gold spectacles as he seriously said, "Cough, cough. Zhang Shan, I feel that no matter how one looks at it, you are the most suitable!" By visual examination, her weight was around 180 pounds, and both of her hands had callouses. She was in all likelihood a martial arts practitionerif she struck out with a single p, if it did not kill him, it would at least take half his life. Zhang Shan smiled and suddenly flourished with an effeminate hand gesture. "Oh, is that right? Im so happy!" The tomboys face scrunched up. "Scram, you sissy!" Zhang Shan gave a look of grievance, as if he was very hurt. Wang Zheng and the rest scolded him for being shameless. "I can help, but I have to tell my mom first. Once mom agrees, then I can give you a reply. Can you wait for me?" Chen Xiu said proactively. The tomboy immediately rejected him. "Scram! Go back home to your mom!" Student Chen Xiu smiled proudly. The girls gaze was locked onto Wang Zheng and Yao Ailun. Yao Ailun very suavely pushed his sses up. From his dressing to his temperament, it was clear that the tomboy was very interested in him. "A man must be a man of his words. Since I have agreed, I have no... no, ah, ah, no!" Student Yaos face suddenly turned ashen as he trembled and fished out something from his pocket and put it into his mouth, deeply inhaling. "Ah, give me a moment!" The tomboy was rather disappointed, and there was only Wang Zheng left. The other three looked at Wang Zheng innocently. Chen Xius eyes were full of worship. "Brother Zheng, as the dorm head, you are duty-bound!" "You are the best in military training, you deserve it!" Zhang Shan patted Wang Zhengs shoulder. "The pride of the Physics Department, only you can carry this heavy responsibility. Us brothers will never forget your sacrifice!" The corner of Student Ailuns mouth carried a very gorgeous smile. "Hey! Youre that Wang Zheng. This will do, its you!" The tomboy suddenly pped the table. The surrounding people immediately looked over. "What are you looking at? Ill smack you to death if you keep looking!" Sturdy-looking, ferocious, and murderous! Even though this was near the military school, the surrounding people were terrified. Wang Zhengined silently in his heart. What was Ye Zisu doing? Thinking about how Ye Zisu had helped him so much, he felt a little guilty letting her friend go back alone just like that. Anyway, he had to deal with her for just one day; at least things would not be so embarrassing for her. "If its only for a day, I can do it." The tomboy furrowed her brows. "What do you mean one day? You have tomit for at least one month!" The three people beside Wang Zheng tried to suppress theirughter. To mit" so fiercely, could one even survive for a month? The tomboy seemed to realize that something was not right. "What are you guys thinking? Isnt this just being a model for the Art Club? You dont even have to strip naked!" Art Club? The legendary Art Club with endless lolis and jade-sculpted beauties? Model? The four were stupefied. At this moment, Ye Zisu and three pretty girls walked in. "Apologies, we were caught up with something, so werete." "Oh, President, why are you here?" asked a long-haired girl in a blue dress. "Qingqing, is it not him? "President, I said the store beside Tea Mine, not Tea Mine." Qingqingughed. "No matter, this fe looks not bad. Top military freshman Wang Zheng, right? Well use you!" the tomboy said while pointing at Wang Zheng. "Student Wang Zheng, well have to trouble you in the future. I am Zisus dorm mate and also vice president of the Art Club, Du Qingqing. This is our club president, Zhang Runan." Du Qingqingughed. "Looks like were fated to meet." "Alright, you all can continue chatting. Im off!" She left with giant steps after speaking. Damn, she was no different from a true alpha male![1] With such a small incident, everyone could interact more easily and naturally. Student Yao Ailun started acting like a gentleman full of elegance the moment the four beauties appeared. That kid, Chen Xiu, also stopped pretending to be a mamas boy. He looked around with big, watery eyes, bringing out his inner charm. Such a cutie, a rare find in military school. Zhang Shan really wanted to be able to immediately take off his shirt and show off his muscles. No one could beat him when it came to physique. Ye Zisus four dorm mates were Du Qingqing, Officer Department, specializing in strategy, vice president of Art Club. An Mei, Officer Department, specializing in management, member of Drama Club. This other one was an unexpected addition. Ye Zisus dorm originally only had three people. This one originally did not live in school and was transferred in. The Mecha Departments Meng Tian. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan naturally were not at all unfamiliar with her. Almost 1.8 metres tall, slender body, icy cool. Most importantly, she was pretty. Altogether, definitely memorable. "Have a seat, have a seat. To meet four great beauties is my honour!" Student Ailun immediately posed. "What would you all like? Please go ahead and order, my treat." Damn, this kid had already made his move. Chen Xiu immediately went over and pulled out their chairs. "Gee, this little handsome guy is so polite." An Meiughed. Her mouth was very big with luscious lips. All in all, she looked rather sexy. Student Chen Xiu smiled innocently. "To be of service to these pretty sisters is my honor." He definitely seemed like the harmless type. Damn it. This year, the young ones were so vicious, and they had struck so quickly. Zhang Shan and Wang Zheng thought about what to do but realized that there was not much left to do anymore. "Seems like our school has assigned the dorms by looks," Zhang Shan said. Girls all likedpliments, especially those who were exceptional. Even the brutish Zhang Shan had a delicate side. "Wang Zheng, I would like to have a littlepetition with you!" Meng Tian suddenly said. "Tiantian is from the MMA Club. Oh, do not look down on us girls!" Du Qingqing said. "Today we are here to make friends and talk about our romantic passions, no?" Ye Zisu said,pletely overlooking Meng Tians electrifying gaze. "Seeing the four of you, I finally understand why the ancients coined the phrase a feast for the eyes." At this moment, Student Yao showed no trace of his otaku temperament. He clearly seemed like a veteran in the field of love. His performance was ster. The whole afternoon was full of talk andughter. Student Wang Zheng could not even find many opportunities to speak, much less have any awkward silences. The girls were also surprised, as they originally expected the Physics Department boys to be a little strange; who would have thought that these four were all so special? As per normal, the parties exchanged Skylink numbers. This proved that theworking was sessful and that there was a chance for a further meetup. After splitting up, the four walked to school with arms around each others shoulders. "Wang Zheng, about the Art Club matter, if you cant do it, us brothers can also help you share the load." "Yes, were allrades in the trenches of battle. We should wade through thick and thin together." "I think they can find a lot of inspiration from my body," student Chen Xiu said, extremely cutely. The three stared at him and flipped their middle fingers at the same time. "Shameless!" Wang Zheng did not continue participating in this discussion about girls. He was called away by Xie Yuxin. Student Little Yu was still considered a "shy" person. Usually, it was Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu who went to find him instead. When Wang Zheng arrived, Yan Xiaosu and Xie Yuxin were already there, and they seemed rather solemn. "Whats up?" Yan Xiaosu pouted, "Ask him. This fe is being all secretive, even I dont know what is up with him." Xie Yuxin smiled and took out a deck of ying cards. "You guys each pick a card at random." Yan Xiaosus eyes lit up. "Ah, Little Yu, dont tell me youve learned magic. Actually, if you go that route, based on style, all you have to do is to show a little teeth and all the chicks will go with you." Xie Yuxin gazed towards Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng randomly chose a card. "King of Hearts." Wang Zheng was surprised. "Indeed, how did you guess." Yan Xiaosu took the deck. "This has to be a prop. How can you be so sick?" Yan Xiaosu randomly chose a card, and in the end, Xie Yuxin guessed it. Yan Xiaosu shuffled the cards again and even randomly chose a card behind his back and asked Xie Yuxin to close his eyes and guess. Eventually, he guessed it all correctly. Yan Xiaosu also sensed that something was up. Looking at Xie Yuxin with a pair of big eyes, he suddenly pped his thigh. "F***, dont tell me were just going to rely on buying lottery tickets and make it rich in the future and dominate the universe!" Xie Yuxin was triggered, and he finally burst out and cursed, "Cant you think about something else?!" Yan Xiaosuughed. He was ttered. "Tickets are more practical!" "I cant guess the lottery. Wang Zheng, I think you have gotten an idea already." Wang Zheng nodded. "Is this the one in ten thousand, elite power, Ability X?" "Yes, it gives me the the ability to be slightly irvoyant." "F**k,paring against you sucks. Youre already good-looking, and now this. You are going to be unrivalled at picking up chicks!" Yan Xiaosu was rather depressed. Yan Xiaosus world was either about girls or the lottery, and the two were helpless about it. "Are you all finding it strange how we became friends?" Xie Yuxinughed. Yan Xiaosu touched his own nose, something he learned from Wang Zheng. "Cough cough, more like we were willing to adopt you." [1] There is a pun here. The chairman is known as Runan (Can be read as "Like a man"). The pun is because the guys are making fun of the fact that she cant even be considered to be like a man, but rather she is super manly. Chapter 31: Cunning Gu Te Chapter 31: Cunning Gu Te Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Xie Yuxin smiled knowingly. "Indeed, my happiest days are with you guys. But theres one thing thats wrong. At the start, what made me notice you was my ability. In the whole of Dawn Middle School, Yan Xiaosu, you are the first." "Ah, youre saying I am a genius. This I already know!" Student Xiaosuughed loudly. "My ability is irvoyance. Everyone will show some kind of living form. Yan Xiaosus is the most dazzling. But most importantly, because of Xiaosu, I met Wang Zheng. This was the first time I found someone whose life was so brilliant!" Xie Yuxin said seriously. "True, how else can he be the boss? But what is up with you today? Beating around the bush is totally not your style." Yan Xiaosu felt like something was not right. This fellow was usually cool and neverplimented others. "Xiaosu, set a goal. Maybe even wanting to be Earths richest person might not be a fantasy." "F**k, you really belittle me. I want to dominate the universe!" Yan Xiaosu, in typical fashion, ran far with whatever he was given. "Wang Zheng, your light used to shine bright in all directions, but in recent times, that light has vanished. I thought you were affected by the gene examination, but I realized it was not the case. I think it should be that you have entered a stage that I can no longer sense. I dont know what your future is like, and I also do not know how strong you will be. I just want to say that you can definitely be an influential person. I am not kidding; even Masasi is not as unique as you!" Xie Yuxin stared brightly at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng had admiration in his heart. His Rubiks Cube experience was certainly unfathomable, but Xie Yuxin could actually sense it. His reputation of elite of the elites was well-deserved. "Little Yu, is there something up? We are brothers, say it and we can all share the burden. Nothings too big of a deal." Xie Yuxin smiled. "Im going to go." "Go, go where?" Yan Xiaosu was shocked for a moment. "Dont tell me youve really struck the lottery and want to go and be happy on your own!" "I cant tell you the specifics, but to me, its an opportunity. I was urged to make this decision because of Wang Zheng. The military training this time made mee to my senses that I have to be even bigger and stronger, but Ares College cant give me that." Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu understood. Regarding Xie Yuxin, his development was not going to be through the conventional path. Instead, he needed to learn and improve his special ability. Given his giftedness, the Alliance will certainly focus on nurturing him, and he can even rise to a bigger world. "Wang Zheng, Xiaosu, I hope that when we meet again, we will all have realized our goals!" Xie Yuxin extended his arm, Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu also extended their arms. "Brothers no matter where we go!" Xie Yuxin drank till he was very drunk despite never touching alcohol before. One could tell that that he did not want to split. His identity and ability led him to be on his own since he was young. He was alone until he met these two living gems who did not care about his identity. From that moment on, Xie Yuxin lived very happily. As long as one was alive, one should never stop dreaming. Or else Xie Yuxin would not be Xie Yuxin. To leave was for reuniting again. "Wang Zheng, you know, Im actually rather frustrated. Your talent is definitely not any less than others, and your hard work and focus is greater than others. But I can definitely surpass you, so you better not ck. I really dont want you to have to bow to me the next time we meet!" the drunken Xie Yuxin said as he hugged Wang Zheng. Student Wang also never thought that he would have such a cool moment, but he also knew that this was Xie Yuxins encouragement to them before leaving. "Wherever you go, you must rememberyou are the pride of the Great Three of Dawn. Whoever dares to stir trouble, well take them down!" "Indeed, we are Dawns Great Three. Let the world tremble!" Student Yan Xiaosu began taking off his clothes. Belly shaking, he jumped onto the table. Xie Yuxin was about to enter a really distant stage, and he would face mankinds strongest elites. That kind of development was not something a general environment couldpare with. This was brotherhood! We are the strongest! When school started, Xie Yuxin had left. The schools exnation was that he had transferred schools. The girls were sad because now that one handsome guy was gone, they had to look for other targets. The Physics Departments first day of lessons also began. Wang Zheng had a rather stable foundation and general framework, so basically, he easily understood everything the teacher said. He had nothing against physics, but to have this as his lifes goal was something Student Wang really could not tolerate. Once lessons ended, he bolted straight to the principals officetop in military training, was there no room for maneuvering? Gu Te was also very polite when he saw Wang Zheng. "I still thought that you were rather patient. First day and you cant hold it in already." "Cough cough. Principal, I am really not cut out for physics. Youve already seen how my military training has gone. Are you able to consider transferring departments for me?" "Oh, your performance was indeed very good. Instructor Luo Yun has also told me many times. But Student Wang Zheng, its very tough!" Gu Te had a look of embarrassment. Wang Zhengs heart froze over. Suddenly, Gu Te smiled again. "Actually, its not that theres no way to transfer departments. Firstly, performance in military training alone is not enough; after all, that is just foundation. You will still have to bring glory to the school; that way it will be easier for the board to approve. Secondly, you must obtain teacher Xiao Feis approval. The goal is to sit in to listen at the Mecha Department. You can choose freely between the lessons of both departments, but you cannot hang up on the Physics Departments examination. Otherwise, no one can help you." "Principal, you are really a good person. I will definitely work hard!" "Mm, go." Gu Te waved his hand. Looking at Wang Zhengs look of happiness, heughed inside. "Little fellow, the best is yet toe. You are a trump card, so I have to use you well!" Xie Yuxin was originally a trump card too, but the little fellow had a better opportunity. As a grandfather, he could not stop him. He actually didnt think that Little Xins ability would attract ... attention. In the afternoon, Wang Zheng skipped the Physics Departments ss. In the Mecha Departments ssroom, even the air felt a little more refreshing. There were many people in this big ss, and no one cared about Wang Zheng. Mechas developmental history. This was understanding the process of how the mech gradually gained a dominant position in the history of mankind. In the early days, the mech was auxiliary. At that time, technology was not as mature as now, and robots and conventional weapons were still the primary forces. However, following the making of the first generation of mecha, which was also the Wargod No. 1s original form, mechas exceptional capabilities quickly reced conventional weapons. This was a historical process that pretty much could not have been stopped, simr to the majority of technological progress. Due to mechas all-weatherbat suitability, it rapidly became popr across all countries in the Milky Way Gxy. Every countrys arms race changed focus from taboo weaponry to mecha. Also, derivative technology from the mecha also had brilliant civilian applications. From the start until today, the mecha has at least a hundred years of history, from not even ten types of basic mecha, to more than a hundred types. It was said that every country has its own hidden mech, and they are all super mecha that can turn the tides of battle. The mecha started from a fortifying equipment for the individual soldier and gradually developed in the direction of bing an influential force of battle. Many superstitious mecha researchers believe that this was the best choice for the human civilization with mechanical civilization and biotechnology. Someday, advancements will reach a stage where one-man-one-mech will traverse the universe. It must be said that the professor teaching this simple mecha history was sensational. The group of hot-blooded youths were all thoroughly engaged. The men who did not like mecha were not here. To be able to attend the Mecha Department, one had to be a man amongst men; at least this was what every Mecha Department student believed. Wang Zheng was also one of them. He listened to the professor teaching and looked at Chen Xius exnation of the mech simultaneously. Definitely a professional. From the origins and unique points to the analysis maps, all was done very well. That analytical form was iprehensible without some foundation in math and physics. And in the Command Department, a simr sensational ss was in progress. "Some amongst you will be the elites standing at the pinnacle of this world. You all will lead mankinds destiny. Command Department, officer bracket, and then the holy general. But I must say, I hope that amongst you, I will see Earths chiefmander, the Sr System Alliances chiefmander, and even Milky Way Gxys chiefmander!" Charlie Zhou, head of Command Department. His lessons were rousing, and he often stimted students until they were wild. "A soldier who does not want to be general is not a good soldier. But this does not apply to you all. A Command Department student who cannot be a general is not my student. Remember, do not waste your own talent and life, and this ce is your diving board. You must use your own ability to dominate the world!" The students had pretty much forgotten the passage of time. From the foundation of military training to the current expectations was apletely explosive development. Gu Tes determination for renewal was clear. It was the same thing for a school as for a humaneither make a breakthrough from silence, or die in it. So Gu Te did not mind that others thought that he was shameless poaching! Wang Zheng paid serious attention, taking notes as he listened, except the points he had taken down were slightly different from others. He suddenly realized that Chen Xius notes were rather interesting. The mecha information in CT was referenced from real life, so the mecha abilities were more or less identical. Unless one was talking about Ans Royal Academy, there was no other military school in the Milky Way Gxy that had a full range of mecha for students to use. This was also what was cool about the An Empire. Citizens of An often said, "Here, everything is the best!" After lessons ended, the entire ssroom became lively. The youthful freshmen were naturally lively in the presence of beautiful girls. "Wang Zheng, you are really here. Arent you scared of failing?" Ye Zisu asked. "Im scared. Failing must definitely not happen. But as you know, mecha are my favorite." Wang Zheng closed the notes window on his Skylink. "Who knows, I might have to borrow your notes in the future because I do not dare to skip some sses." If he were to skip Xiao Feis ss, he would definitely get into trouble. "That depends on whether you are sincere." Ye Zisuughed cunningly. "No problem, you do you. I can even devote my whole life to you," Wang Zheng teased. "Ill lend them to you, no need to devote your whole life." An ice cold voice sounded. Once Meng Tians tall and beautiful voice appeared, all eyes were called to attention. Chapter 32: Brat, You’re Late Chapter 32: Brat, Youre Late Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Currently, Meng Tian and Ye Zisu were the two most outstanding girls in their cohort. More urately speaking, they were recognized by the entire school. Even whenpared with previous cohorts, they were truly outstanding. Ye Zisus family background was one that was closely scrutinized by others. She was the heir to OMG. On the other hand, Meng Tian possessed a different background. She was an excellent mech pilot. Ye Zisu chose to enter the Mecha Department not to be a pilot but rather to better understand it to better take on her role as the future chairman of OMG. Ye Zisu was amiable and approachable, while Meng Tian was the exact opposite, always icy cold to everyone. Numerous suitors had already had their hopes dashed against the wall. Ye Zisu gave Meng Tian a look and then smiled wryly. "No need to bother." It could be seen that the friendship between the two of them was rather special. In the world of women, men would never understand it. Thus, Student Wang continued to wait with hisrge, innocent eyes. "Anything. Wang Zheng, remember our arrangement! As a representative of the MMA club, I would like to invite you into our club!" said Meng Tian. Student Wang felt even more innocent. He could not remember when he had made arrangements with Meng Tian! "Tsk, how can anyone just wantonly enter the MMA club?" "I am the Vice President," replied Meng Tian dryly. On the first day, she had literally overthrown the previous Vice President and took his ce by force. "Actually, its not that I dont want to join, but rather Im too busy! I have no time." Wang Zheng had no time to spare and thus rejected her. "If you want to be an exceptional mech pilot, your body has to be sufficiently conditioned. The MMA clubs training machines are the best. If you are a member, you can use them," said Meng Tian. It looked as though she had seen through Wang Zhengs farce and thus attacked his weakness directly! Wang Zhengs eyes lit up. "Really? Then count me in!" "Excellent. Once youre done with your work, report to the club room in the afternoon. I will be waiting for you." After saying so, Meng Tian turned and left gracefully. Looking at that beautiful body, numerous men could only gape in shock. How could she be from the MMA club? They could almost imagine Meng Tian in her white-colored training outfit, freely and easily executing kicks against a training dummy...that beautiful thigh arcing through the air gracefully... "That makes a lot of sense. As a Mecha Department member, how can we neglect physical training!?" "Lets goter!" "Definitely, we must definitely go!" "With Brother Pings body, even without me, it would definitely be the MMA clubs loss." A group of guys were currently moring in the background loudly. Ye Zisu had a bitter smile on her face. Ever since she entered college, although her background was exceptional, Meng Tians icy, goddess-like demeanor had led her to beparatively even more eye catching. Yet when it came to making friends, she held the advantage. "Youve got to be careful; Tiantian has her eyes on you." Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. So what if she had her eyes on him? He was originally looking for a new ce to train. This great opportunity had just fallen from the sky, and he had saved quite a sum as well! At this point his Skylink started to ring with a charming sound. "Student Wang, you wouldnt be thinking of skipping my first lecture, would you?" Wang Zheng began to quiver. F**k. He had forgotten. This was Xiao Feis opening lecture! He was going to die! F**k! There was still one minute before ss would begin. Wang Zheng rushed over as quickly as he could. Ye Zisu did not know whether tough or to cry looking at Wang Zhengs sorry sight. His passion had a price after all. Although Wang Zheng ran as though his life depended on it, he was stillte. In the Physics Department, Xiao Feis opening lecture was considered an extremely important event in the entire school. She was not only famous in the school but on the entirety of Earth. Geniuses had strange temperaments. Xiao Fei usually hated to do opening lectures, but she suddenly had a change of heart. The entire ss was crammed full of people. Even those who were originally not from the Physics Department had arrived, all for the sake of seeing a famous individual. Looking at the entire history of humankind, those who wished to be at the apex of science were usually physicists. Once they had demonstrated their ability, physicists were also the most respected. From the time of Newton, Einstein, Hawking, and, by extension, those who had toiled in the current generation, like n Tucker. All of them were highly esteemed and regarded in the coalition. Of course, n Tucker was currently embroiled in a controversy. People opposed his theories. A group of people felt that the Rubiks Cube Theory was a sham. Another group felt that what he had theorized was right. The coalitions conclusion was that the experiments were wed, resulting in great humiliation for the physicists involved. Without need to ask, Xiao Fei was recognized as the Sr System Federations pride. She had contributed new insights into the theory of spatial maniption through independent research. Furthermore, Xiao Fei was a beauty. In the modern era, intelligence and looks coexisting in the same body was not as rare as the time of the Milky Way Era. In fact, there were more and more of such individuals. Actually, when n Tucker was young, he was extremely narcissistic. He often dated numerous celebrities, but none of the rtionships had borne fruit. In the end he devoted himself to research. What happened afterwards does not have to be said. The entire lecture theatre, which could fit 300 individuals, was filled to the brim. In fact, some of the seats had 2 people sitting on them, but that was nothing exceptional. Everyone understood Dr. Xiao Feis temper. It was already time for the lecture to start, but Xiao Fei was just standing there silently. If it was another professor, the crowd would have already exploded into chatter. However, when it was Xiao Fei lecturing, the students would dly endure any hardship to hear her lessons. Being able to be in the presence of the most beautiful professor was already extremely satisfying. Right at this moment, a single man rushed in. Everyone was shocked. F**k. Who was this piece of trash? He actually dared to bete! The truth was that Xiao Feis temper was not pleasant. If just one student waste, she would potentially cancel the lecture and choose to let everyone study on their own. That would indeed be a pity. In the ssroom, there were even some people from other schools. All of this was for the sake of listening to the Milky Ways youngest spatial maniption professors ss. Dear Student Wang was being stared at by every individual in the room. It reminded him of the first time Bonehead stared at him. F**k. This time he was screwed. "Sorry." Xiao Fei put down the ss materials and stared at Wang Zheng wryly. Then she looked towards the audience. "The one who dared toete is called Wang Zheng. Im sure hes the only one with this name." It was amon urrence for one to forget things, especially regarding things that the individual was not involved with. Wang Zheng, who was at the top of military training, held quite a low profile. Only those around him knew him. Everyone stared at the cocky bastard. He was really brave. Hearing Xiao Feis unhappy tone, if the ss was cancelled because of him... At the first row of seats, the three experts from Dormitory 007 were feeling extremely resentful. This bastard was bringing shame upon them. If Wang Zheng sat with them, the three would also be affected! Wang Zheng could feel the fiery gazes that were on him. It felt as though he was about to be set aze. Yet Xiao Feis next words caused him to be absolutely speechless. "He is my helper and also your ss representative. If you have any problems, feel free to find him." In the end, the wok exploded. Only third year students and above could be assistants! Xiao Fei had never had an assistant prior to this. Everyone knew that the reason was that the assistants were usually too stupid, as stupid as pigs for that matter, and would only bring down the rate of efficiency. From under which stone did this bastarde crawling from? Since he was Xiao Feis assistant, it was no wonder that despite arriving sote, Xiao Fei was not angry. On the contrary, Wang Zheng did not feel that the hatred had diminished. In fact, it felt like it had increased! Including the three Kings of Dormitory 007, everyone could only take it as it was. "I cannot ept this. Our dormitory leader is hogging everything for himself!" "This is a society that shares!" "We need to have another round of dormitory discussions and do some research on this problem." Three against one; a unanimous decision was made rather quickly. Our dear Student Wang had no opportunity to exin himself. The audience now understood for whom the frontmost seat was reserved for. It could be seen that Xiao Fei thought highly of this student. He originally thought that Xiao Feis lesson would be extremely boring and uninteresting. Yet in retrospect, Xiao Fei was able to exin extremelyplicated issues with simple analogies and it was extremely meaningful. Everyone listened to her lesson with great gusto and they nodded their heads constantly. Following the great voyage of the universe, physics had be more and more important. More and more individuals wished to understand and explore space. Without a foundation in physics, that would be extremely dumb. It wasparable to one not having any knowledge of the sea but was sailing the seas. Yet such exnations were meaningless to Wang Zheng. The Old Merchant had exined this a long time ago. To be frank, although it was not as interesting as the way Xiao Fei exined, it was much more incisive. Wang Zheng could still remember the Old Merchants expression. It was as though he was the king of the realm of physics and everything was in his control. Of course, all noobs were the same. The apuse was unending. Every student was attentively recording down notes, but Wang Zheng was daydreaming instead. He was reminiscing one of the mechs abilities. It was simply too beautiful. Whichever genius had designed it was truly a king amongst kings! Xiao Fei had used a beautiful words to paint a beautiful image of the situation. It was not that Xiao Fei could not give lectures. It was also not the fact that she could exinplicated issues in a simple matter. Rather, to geniuses, there was no point to this lecture. The three from Dormitory 007 were sitting behind Wang Zheng. It could clearly be seen that Wang Zheng was daydreaming. What was that bastard doing? Zhang Shan was extremely tall and could see everything that was happening. Wang Zheng was looking at a mechs blueprints! Zhang Shan couldnt help but give Wang Zheng a kick. This guy truly did not understand what it meant to die! Xiao Fei nced at the entire ssroom. "Everything in the world of physics, especially that which cannot be seen, must be seen by you. You must feel it. Thus, in the pursuit of physics, one must be able to dream!" If a more traditional teacher had heard her words, they would be extremely angry. Yet the students happily epted these words. "Your previous achievements are all based on references of others. It is merely an imitation of their understanding and cannotst. But those who are willing to fight will discover and construct something that belongs to themselves. From today onwards, all of you must construct your own world." Xiao Feis words had won her an intense round of apuse. Knowing one by reputation cannot bepared to meeting one in person, and by meeting one in person, one will realize how different one can bepared to their reputation. Gu Te was right outside. Such raucous apuse had not been heard for an extremely long time. A good start was half the battle won. Xiao Feis lesson continued. A teacher not only needed to have knowledge but also charisma. Regardless if it was her looks or her style, one first had to grab the attention of the students. Xiao Fei possessed all 3 qualities: style, looks, and knowledge. It was difficult not to be subdued by her during her ss. Yet this also brought about another problem: many students thus worshipped her. Xiao Fei looked upon such things with disdain. On the other hand, this helped to facilitate her research. As long as one lived, this would be bound to happen. "Does anyone have any alternate views to this question? Would anyone like to share?" asked Xiao Fei. Chapter 33: Loose Lips Sink Ships Chapter 33: Loose Lips Sink Ships Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was a golden opportunity to showcase ones ability in front of Xiao Fei. Suddenly, the hallways were filled with students moring to enter the lecture theatre. Some of these students were even from higher year groups. Yet Xiao Feis students were still hesitant in answering her question. Showing off ones knowledge to a physics genius was daunting in itself. A student could very well embarrass him or herself in front of the entire Physics Department. Chen Xiu stood up. "Doctor, I believe that space and time have mass. As we know, this is a major principle underlying physics. However, I also believe that we require new methods for testing this key principle." It was obvious that this student was still very young. Yet Chen Xiu did not sit there silently; he stood up to share his thoughts. Everyone in the Physics Department knew that there was an extremely talented young individual who possessed the spark which Xiao Fei had when she was younger. Xiao Fei smiled slightly. Emboldened by his roommates bravery, Zhang Shan also stood up. "I believe that we dont require a new method to affirm this key principle; rather, it is our concepts themselves that are wed. Our viewpoint of mass has not changed for a very long time. I believe that we need to free ourselves from this outdated perspective, and only at that point will we be able to discover something new!" Xiao Fei nodded her head slightly. By voicing their opinions, these two students had everyone else impressed. The audience had to know that these people were from Dormitory 007. Yao Ailun had already changed back to his ck rimmed spectacles to create a more intellectual image. Student Yao, who possessed different colored spectacles for different asions, felt slightly pressured at this point. "Time is the movement of space," he began. "In order to understand space, I believe that we have to start by understanding time, and only by doing so can we further our understanding of the subject matter." Everyone had strong foundations supporting their opinions, but it was very theoretical. One could see the various directions that could shape an individuals research. These three individuals were intellectually gifted even during middle school, but it was only after they were put before Xiao Fei that they were truly able to showcase their knowledge and stand out from the crowd. Xiao Fei looked around, eagerly awaiting the next student to contribute. The rest of the audience felt impassioned and wanted to speak up, but they had nothing to talk about! This was one of Xiao Feis issues with teaching physics. She believed that the vast majority of students typicallycked the creative spark needed for inspiration, a trait that was vital for theoretical physicists. Teaching in such an environment would always dampen Xiao Feis creative spirit. After all, one would always be influenced by ones environment! "Wang Zheng, what is your take on this?" Xiao Fei directed her attention towards Wang Zheng; however, he was absentmindedly lost in his own little world. Zhang Shan gave his daydreaming friend a swift kick, and Wang Zheng immediately jumped up and eximed, "Yes!" The entire Physics Department burst intoughter. Xiao Fei, however, was not amused. She leaned in to hear his response. Despite their rivalry in the field of physics, the four students from Dormitory 007 were still, at the end of the day, brothers-in-arms. Yao Ailun hurriedly whispered Wang Zheng the question. Truth be told, the three roommates were all eager to see Wang Zhengs intellectual capabilities. "I have a hypothesis to make. I believe that right now, the basic approach that we are using is fundamentally wed. Although it can be used to exin current concepts, future breakthroughs in physics will require apletely different mindset. Take spatial maniption for instance. The current status quo will need to be altered appropriately before we can truly understand spatial maniption. Regardless of mass or anything else, our current perspective is simply too narrow-minded." The entire room erupted into discussion, criticizing Wang Zhengs answer. F**k! This guy was just too full of himself! Making unsubstantiated ims and stepping all over the efforts of the scientificmunity was the height of arrogance! "Tell us why you believe this is so. The objective of my sses is to put an end to ignorance. As such, never be afraid of making mistakes," said Xiao Fei. "Let us start with Newtons Laws. With the discovery of the Theory of Rtivity, it could be said that the pre-existingws were no longer sufficient. The same can be said for today. We must first include all 13 dimensions into our discussion. Mass, space, and time are just building upon the 3-Dimensional Theory, with the 4th dimension being a foundation for this. Laolun Lis Warp Theory is basically another form of the 13 Dimensions Theory of Existence; however, he has only used the scenarios from the 6-Dimensional Theory. That being said, his theory is the most modern one yet. From this, I feel that we can make a reasonable assumption. Since the Warp Theory has already been proven to be correct, we can justifiably hypothesize that the 13 Dimensions Theory is correct. In such a situation, time, space, and mass current problems are all research directions that do not have conflicting paths." After Wang Zheng finished speaking, the entire ssroom fell deathly silent. Everyone was shocked. His words were filled with a conviction that could surpass Laolun Lis. Wang Zhengs knowledge was truly astounding! There were those in the audience who understood a little and felt that Wang Zhengs hypothesis did make logical sense, while there were those in the crowd who were convinced that his ramblings were nonsense. And then there were those who did not understand any part of Wang Zhengs speech. "Have you read Laolun Lis Warp Theory?" asked Xiao Fei. "Ive have read it several times. It is truly a great achievement of its time," replied Wang Zheng. This was not Wang Zhengs own opinion. Rather, it was something that had been brainwashed into him by the Old Merchant. Over time, Laolun Lis Warp Theory had lost its usibility in the field of physics. However, the Old Merchant criticized that there were still many in the scientificmunity who wholeheartedly supported the redundant theory. It was a pity that there were so many fools passing off as scientists, the Old Merchant would say. Xiao Fei let out arge smile. Wang Zhengs bearings and tone were simr to hers back when she was just entering the field of theoretical physics! Yet he was even more overbearing and arrogant! At the very least when she was a young physicist, Xiao Fei still had respect for other scientists. She even worshipped Laolun Li! Everyone else was astonished. Was this b*stard faking it? Could he actually understand the theory? Had he really read it several times? "I share Wang Zhengs views. Physics today has be mired in restrictive mindsets, and this has limited our capacity for improvements in the field of study. I want everyone to understand that my curriculum will not advocate this old-fashioned mindset but will instead pursue an open-minded and unrestricted approach! An entirely new foray into theoretical physics awaits us from today!" The apuse was thunderous. Wang Zheng could feel a burning sensation on his back. He really wanted to kick himself! Why did he have such loose lips! He had said too much. After his insightful speech, Xiao Fei would never let him leave the Physics Department! "Damned Old Merchant." Wang Zheng cursed. His mentor had fostered in him the habit of debate. Once Wang Zheng started, he could not stop himself. The school bell sounded, signaling the end of ss. Everyone could still feel a sense of longing. It was unfortunate that Professor Xiao Fei did not like to waste time conducting a Q&A session. Instead, she had asked for questions to be directly sent to her public Skylink. Additionally, she would only answer questions worth answering. "Wang Zheng, follow me!" Wang Zheng was currently fooling around with his roommates, sharing information on whom the pretty girls were. At this time, Xiao Feis order pulled Wang Zheng away from their in-depth discussion. Watching the two physics geniuses depart, the three kings of Dormitory 007 grumbled in annoyance. "At this rate, before the days has passed, our dormitory leader will have an extremely high profile among the females in our cohort!" "Ah, as fellow brothers-in-arms, we need to share the burden and help him out!" "We must make sure Wang Zheng does not die a premature death," Chen Xiu dered. "Im the youngest of the four of us, and therefore I can share arger portion of the burden!" Zhang Shan and Yao Ailun immediately strangled the youngest one. After arriving at her office, Xiao Fei removed her jacket and threw it into a corner, inadvertently exposing her curves. She copsed into a chair and sighed in relief. Noticing Wang Zhengs blushing face, she gave a slight smile andmented, "As a teacher, I have to act as a role model for students, which requires me to pay attention to how I dress. But this jacket is just too ufortable." Wang Zheng was speechless. He was a student too! "Professor, do you have any instructions for me?" "Ah. You performed well in todays lessons. I do not care about your situation with the Mecha Department. I forbid you from missing any of my lessons, and you mustplete all of the work I assign you," warned Xiao Fei. Wang Zheng could only nod in response. This beautiful teacher held Wang Zheng in the palm of her hand, and he truly did not dare defy her orders. "I will strive to perform my best, even at the cost of my life!" Wang Zheng proimed. "You do not need to exaggerate; however, I do appreciate your conviction. This is rarely seen in the Physics Department. Do you know what the most important thing is to a physicist?" Xiao Fei asked this with the intention of testing Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng absently rubbed his nose while in thought. As someone who did not aspire to be a physicist, this question was extremely difficult. He remained silent, awaiting Xiao Feis answer. "Math," Xiao Fei began. "Physics began as an imaginary ideal consisting of observations and guesses. Rather, it was the inclusion of math that proved many a scientific hypothesis. As such, having a strong understanding of mathematics will greatly increase your affinity for physics. Wang Zheng, I want you to visit the Mathematics Department when you are free. Perhaps you will be able to meet someone who canplement your views." Student Wang felt as though his head was going to explode. He hated all things rted to forme, as formic questions were typically very time consuming. However, regardless of his aversion to mathematics, he had no choice but to follow Xiao Feis orders. As she made clear at the start of their conversation, her word wasw. "Okay, please bring these materials to Professor Marcus from the Mathematics Department. Remember to leave a good impression!" Xiao Fei patted Wang Zheng. She was confident that her protg would turn out to be an extraordinary physicist. If only he would lose his infatuation with the Mecha Department. However, she reasoned that there was still plenty of time; she was definitely going to bring Wang Zheng back onto the right road, and teach him that mecha battles and whatnot were all beneath him. Only the boundless sciences were truly eternal. Wang Zheng took the materials and rushed out of the office. Although he was grateful to Xiao Fei for recognizing his abilities, he was still strongly against pursuing a career in research. Truth be told, his knowledge was all due to conversing with the Old Merchant on such topics. As such, his knowledge still had many gaps. Wang Zheng was worried that one day, he would be exposed as a fraud and his inability woulde to light. In the Mathematics Departments 4th year ssroom, Marcus was furiously scribbling on the ckboard. "This question is the final test for your semester. Whoever is able to answer this will get an A+!" Such was Marcus erratic personality. Every semester, the Math Professor would give a "bounty." The first student toplete it would receive the best results. It should be noted that in the field of science, Earth did not possess the highest academic standards. That being said, Earth did have a reputation for maintaining her position as one of the best, and she did not deteriorate in standards at the same rate as others. All of the 4th year students immediately sat straight. If they were sessful, not only would they receive excellent results for the semester, but they would also be famous! Each field had their own struggles and pride. Wang Zheng took half a day to find Marcus office. Marcus looked as though he was 60 years old. His hair was extremely messy like a pile of grass, and he was also dressed quite slovenly. "Professor Marcus, these are the materials that Professor Xiao Fei instructed me to bring." Marcus was toozy to even lift his head in acknowledgement. His table was full of materials that stacked up to the ceiling. "ce it on the table, then you can go." "Oh, and also, in ssroom T-6, there is a mathematical sheet on the teaching podium. Please pass it to Xiao Fei and tell her she owes me a favor." "Yes, Professor." Despite his aversion to all things math rted, Wang Zheng felt the utmost respect for those who were able to calcteplex mathematical bnces. However, if it were toe to him, he would politely decline such a task. After locating ssroom T-6, Wang Zheng entered and searched the teachers podium for Marcus mathematical sheet. The ssroom was mostly empty; only a few students had remained, scratching their heads as they attempted to solve Marcus final semester question. While Wang Zheng was searching for the mathematical sheet, he saw the question on the ckboard. After scanning through it, he could not bear to leave. The Old Merchant used to give him questions to do every week. If he solved them correctly, he would get a reward. Otherwise, he would be punished by the Old Merchant. Ever since the Old Merchant left, Wang Zhengs life had be quite boring. In truth, he even missed the math questions that the Old Merchant used to assign him. This question did have some meaning to it. This should be part of an arithmetic calction. It looked to be Romeos Equations General Solution, as taught to Wang Zheng by the Old Merchant. Wang Zheng started to scribble on the ckboard. There were still 7 to 8 students in the ssroom, and they were shocked to see a Physics Department student messing with their work! As if some physics student could solve Marcus final semester question! Some students truly did not know their ce! Historically, physicists were renowned for the same achievements: advancing the sciences with newws and theories. However, what most people did not realize was that many notable physicists had relied on their mathematical abilities to begin with. Advances in physics were only made possible by mathematicians. Without them, physics would be nothing more than mere spection. Chapter 34: MMA Club Chapter 34: MMA Club Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This Physics Department guy was just too much. Who the hell did he think he was? Wang Zheng ignored the insults from the Math students, as he was absorbed into solving the equation. Although the math problem was tricky and deviated from what he was used to, it was still within his capabilities. Besides, the deviation was only very slight. Wang Zheng preferred to finish what he had started. After spending an hour on the problem, Wang Zheng had more or lesspleted it. He exhaled in relief as he checked the time. Sh*t! It was already 2 PM! This activity had taken up so much of his time! Wang Zheng quickly rushed out of the math ssroom and ran towards Xiao Feis office. As Wang Zheng left, the Math Department students were left absolutely speechless, their eyes wide in shock. Some of them were muttering curses under their breath while others were even making rude gestures. Wang Zheng walked away, leaving behind him a deathly silent ssroom. After finishing his task, Wang Zheng had no more trouble from Xiao Fei. She was very busy and did not have time to constantly fuss over her protg. She simply reminded him to attend her sses punctuality. After his ordeal with Xiao Fei, Wang Zheng went for a quick lunch before heading over to the MMA club. In a regr school, such clubs would typically be less popr than other more conventional clubs. However, as this was a military school, the MMA club was one of the threergest and most popr clubs. As a result, the space allocated to the MMA club was extremelyrge. The school had even allocated a special area to the club, specifically for sparring purposes. The clubs facilities were trulyvish and extravagant. "Hello, who might you be looking for?" a pretty girl asked. "Hi Miss, Im here to join the MMA club. Student Meng Tian rmended that I sign up." It was expected that polite individuals were treated better, and the pretty girl was happy at the way Wang Zheng had addressed her. "Youre really good with words ; ) The Vice President is here, just follow this corridor to the end and make a right turn. They are currently in training." Wang Zheng politely nodded his head before following the pretty girls directions. Before long, he could hear muffled sounds of grunting, and he felt restless with anticipation. He emerged from the corridor into a wide open training area. There were over 10 students energetically sparring with one another. Meng Tian was one of these students. Wang Zheng watched as she elegantly smashed her sparring partner back with a single kick. It was truly a sight to behold. Although her sparring partner was wearing rubber guards, she yelped in pain as both of her arms went numb. There were both male and female members in the MMA club, and Wang Zheng was surprised to find that a third of the members were female. Traditionally, women did not pursue such aggressive sports, but it seemed as if the women of today were more proactive in learning how to protect themselves. What Wang Zheng was most concerned about was what the training facilities provided. A quick scan of the area showed aplete set of training equipment. But Wang Zheng was even more impressed by the gravity room[1]. There was a sign next to the door that warned people against entering the gravity room while it was in use. F*ck, this was too extravagant! Conventional training methods could no longer satisfy Wang Zheng. As such, having a gravity room at his disposal was absolutely wonderful news. When Meng Tian saw Wang Zheng, she immediately walked over to greet him. "I told you, didnt I?" she said, pride evident in her speech. Wang Zheng did not hesitate in giving his response. "This is great! I would love to join the MMA club!" "Meng Tian, who is this b*stard? He cant be from the Mecha Department, right? Ive never seen him around before." An obnoxious-looking guymented as he strode over to join the conversation. Actually, this guy was staring daggers at Wang Zheng. He did not like how Meng Tian had chosen to approach Wang Zheng, and judging from her bodynguage, it appeared that she was giving him preferential treatment! "Wang Zheng is from the Physics Department," Meng Tian replied. "Student Wang, this is Senior Guan Tao from the Mecha Department. He is also a Vice President of the MMA club." Guan Tao gave a smile and extended his hand. "Ah! So, youre the Wang Zheng that Xiao Tian has been talking about! I am Guan Tao, Vice President of the MMA club and also Vice Captain of the Dragon God Corps." Wang Zheng returned the handshake. "Our school still employs mercenary soldiers?" he asked. "Yes, in CT. The Dragon God Corps is considered to be the best team in the Asian Region. Our team Captain is Ma Xiao, who is also the MMA clubs President." Guan Tao smiled cheerfully at Wang Zheng before suddenly flexing his muscles to tighten his grip on their handshake. Yet Wang Zhengs expression did not change. He nonchntly replied, "It is an honor to meet you, Senior Guan Tao." Meng Tianughed. Wang Zheng had never even heard of Guan Tao or Ma Xiao before; what honor was there in him meeting them? Guan Tao saw that Wang Zheng did not even flinch at his deathly tight handshake. It was impressive that while Wang Zhengs build was not particrlyrge, his grip strength was still quite monstrous! But Guan Tao still did not back down from attempting to scare his junior. "Xiao Tian, you know the club rules. As Wang Zheng is not from the Mecha Department, he has to pass a test before he can enter the MMA club." Meng Tian nodded her head. "I agree. Wang Zheng, shall we spar for a bit?" Guan Tao quickly stepped in, saying, "You dont need to worry, I will spar with him! And besides, I am free for the afternoon." He turned to Wang Zheng. "Student Wang, follow me to the sparring area! Do not worry, I will be gentle." Despite his beguiling words, Guan Tao had every intention of humiliating Wang Zheng! Everyone in the vicinity was watching them. Guan Tao was going to properly discipline this b*stard and make an example of him to the rest of the MMA club. "Come, pick whatever weapon strikes your fancy! We have wooden swords, nunchucks, and a whole lot more." Guan Tao gestured towards a rack of weapons. With apetition about to start, the surrounding students halted their sparring and gathered around the Vice President and the new guy. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. "It would be better if we kept things simple." "Did this guy just offend Guan Tao?" "He is such an idiot! Remember that one guy who flirted with Meng Tian? Guan Tao put him in the hospital!" "I think the new guy is just unnecessarily stirring up trouble. Meng Tian doesnt like this sort of guy. The Captain is a much better fit for her!" "How would you know? Maybe Meng Tian likes this sort of guy." "Who does this chump think he is? Coming in here and making a scene?!" "Who knows? Although, I do think newbies need to be taught a lesson! They need to know their ce!" Wang Zheng ignored the hushed whispers. He took off his shoes and stood on the sparring tform. Guan Tao was already waiting in front of him with abat stance. "Bring it!" Guan Tao beckoned with his hand. As a senior and a leader of the club, he had a reputation to uphold. In front of such arge audience, Wang Zheng could not help but show off his skills. He slowly walked over to Guan Tao, and as he lifted his arm, heshed out in a kick. Plonk. Guan Tao was knocked onto the floor. Hey there dazed, sprawled like a frog on its back. Everyone was shocked. This was totally unexpected! Guan Tao was angry now, and he did a kip up to get back on his feet. This b*stard was too sneaky; he feinted with his arm and got a surprise attack in! Little did he know that Wang Zheng was merely ying with him. Guan Taounched a shy flying kick aimed at Wang Zhengs head. Wang Zheng took a step forward and grabbed Guan Taos leg before throwing him aside. Bang Some people in the audience could not help but look away. This was embarrassing C a Vice President of the MMA club was being thrashed by a new member! Guan Tao was thrown with such force that his head spun from the impact. All he could see were stars. A few students hurriedly rushed over to support him, but Guan Tao angrily refused them. "You b*stard! You have signed your death warrant! I will make you wish you were never born!" Wang Zheng shook his head helplessly. Throughout the entirety of the fight, Wang Zheng had treated his opponent with respect. Wang Zheng made sure to not destroy his opponent too easily, as that would not do well for the MMA clubs reputation. Wang Zheng did not know why Guan Tao was so keen onpeting with him, but this aggression was clearly uncalled for! Wang Zhengs patience was nearing its limits. Guan Tao executed a roundhouse kick towards Wang Zhengs head. If the opponent was a newbie, he or she would have been seriously injured and would require a prolonged visit to the hospital! Thump Wang Zhengs left hand grasped Guan Taos ankle. With a bit of force, Guan Tao was caught in Wang Zhengs body lock. Grunting with the exertion, Wang Zheng raised his opponent up and threw him directly into a wall. Bang! Guan Tao was stered onto the wall by the sheer force of the throw. Gradually, his body slid down the wall and he crumpled on the floor, white foam frothing out of his mouth. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. "The Vice President was too aggressive, so it took all I had just to dodge. I had to retaliate!" It was obvious that the audience regarded him with fear and anger. After all, Wang Zheng did just stroll into their home ground and knock out their Vice President. But if Wang Zheng could not get these people to like him, he would just have to get them to fear him. Student Wang was not one who was afraid of taking a stand. This MMA club had no right treating neers so aggressively! Meng Tian observed the sparring match with a wry smile. It was said that when she smiled, the break in her icy demeanor was like the thawing of an icy winter into a warm, inviting spring. "I knew you were experienced. Come. If you beat me, I will allow you to join the MMA club." "Can we not fight? I would rather not hit ady." "Treat me like you would a guy. Trust me, if you donte at me seriously, you will regret it." Meng Tians directness made Wang Zheng smile. "If thats the case, then I wont be holding back. Please." He motioned for her to step onto the sparring tform. Meng Tian tightened her belt and tied her hair back. She struck a fighting pose and suddenly, a frightening aura could be felt emanating from her. Wang Zheng was slightly taken back. Perhaps he had underestimated his dear ssmate Meng Tian. Whoosh Meng Tian immediatelyunched a flying kick at Wang Zheng. It waspletely different from the shy kick Guan Tao had executed. Meng Tians footwork was precise and fast. With her light and flexible body, Meng Tian flew through the air. Her kick seemed like a bolt of lightning. She was definitely not a novice. She was definitely an expert. Wang Zheng stepped back as he took the force of her kick. Pressing her advantage, Meng Tian shed out with kick after kick, demonstrating her experience with an array of advanced foot techniques. All around them, there were people shouting in excitement, screaming their support for the Vice President. It was clear that as a freshmen, Meng Tian did not be a VP solely based on her looks. Rather, it was her adept skills as a MMA fighter that truly kicked up a storm amongst the MMA clubs members and enabled her to win their support. Meng Tians abilities far surpassed that of Guan Taos. Topare the two would beughable. Guan Taos skills werepletely amateurish, whereas Meng Tians were professional and elegant. Meng Tians assault grew more savage and relentless. Wang Zheng could feel the wind sweeping across his face as her kicks shed before his eyes. Being able to watch Meng Tians body execute these moves was truly a sight to behold. It was absolutely graceful and beautiful. However, Meng Tian did not share his admiration and sentiment. Rather, she was agitated that Wang Zheng was not retaliating at all! The surrounding MMA club members were screaming their support for the Vice President. Meng Tians assault was so vicious that her opponent could only retreat with his tail tucked away between his legs! Meng Tiansbo of attacks finally reached its peak, and thest kickshed towards Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng retreated yet again; however, Meng Tian had already anticipated it. She intercepted his backpedaling with a lightning fast forward kick! Her move was fast, precise, and deadly. All of a sudden, Wang Zhengs unstable body posture transformed into a confident stance with no weaknesses. He deftly pulled her leg forward, forcing Meng Tian off bnce. At the same time, he sidestepped and positioned himself beneath Meng Tians stomach region, right hand grasping her right knee and his left hand grabbing her arms. With a slight grin, he said, "Student Meng Tian is just too amazing. I am only here to join the club. Does this match prove that I have the ability to join?" Meng Tian realized that she was unable to escape from his grappling maneuver. She clenched her teeth in frustration; it was clear that Wang Zheng was giving her face. In this position, there was a number of moves Wang Zheng could perform that would put Meng Tian out ofmission. Meng Tian bit her lip and nodded her head, and only then did Wang Zheng release her leg. As he did so, he thought to himself that grabbing her thigh felt amazing. "Wang Zheng will enter the MMA club. Does anyone have any objections?" Meng Tian announced. The audience members looked at each other in dismay. This b*stard could crush Guan Tao, and he was skilled enough to suppress Meng Tian! Whoever fought him would get wrecked! "Wee to the club, Wang Zheng." Student Wang was beaming as he prepared to shake Meng Tians hand. "Thank you. I look forward to receiving your guidance, Madam Vice President." Meng Tian leaned in close to Wang Zheng and whispered, "I bet copping a feel felt nice. However, you wont be so lucky next time!" Student Wangs face flushed red in embarrassment. F*ck! It was just for a brief moment! May God have mercy on his soul! After Meng Tian finished her announcement, she did not bother Wang Zheng and instead went to take a shower. Once Meng Tian left, no one paid any more attention to the new member. Wang Zheng received a training uniform and excitedly put it on. He was ecstatic to have such arge training area that was so well equipped! At Ares College, club activities were not held after 8 PM. As such, the whole ce would bepletely empty. If Wang Zheng were to use the training facilities at that time, he would basically have the whole ce to himself! Once he obtained the keys from the administration, he would be able to use the facilities to his hearts content! Wang Zheng was not satisfied with his current physical condition. What hecked was explosive strength. This was due to his environment and his gics; there was never any opportunity to train for such a purpose. As such, Wang Zheng realized that there was plenty of room to improve his bodys explosive strength. After he trained for the Leaning Landslide, his entire bodys explosive strength had made minute improvements. However, Wang Zheng felt that only having this sort of skill was not enough. Explosive strength for individual limbs was also necessary. Wang Zheng was not worried about the umtion of Battle Energy. But he was concerned about wanting to impress Skeleton at their next encounter. Wang Zheng was determined to not let Skeleton look down on the Wargods of Earth. When he was a kid, Wang Zhengs father would regale him all sorts of mystical stories. One of these stories talked about martial arts experts training their breathing cultivation techniques, which allowed them to run on walls and soar through the air. In the blink of an eye, these masters would annihte their enemies with these mystical techniques. [1] A ce where gravity can be adjusted to increase the intensity of training. Think DBZ where you have Vegeta perpetually training in that 100x gravity area. Chapter 35: Mysterious Genius Chapter 35: Mysterious Genius Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas These stories were usually exaggerated, meant to incite the listener to take up the proper training directives. After all, simply learning a couple of mystical techniques would not make one all-powerful. To improve ones physical ability, one had to start from the basics. For example, finger strength. Conventional push-ups did not do much for Wang Zheng. Neither did one arm pushups. They were simply too easy. But what about single finger push-ups? Maybe that training standard would help push Wang Zhengs capabilities a little further. Plonk Wang Zheng fell to the floor from his finger push-up attempt. He slowly picked himself up off the floor, and a dumb smile could be seen on his face. After that failed attempt, he continued to experiment with single finger push-ups. Maybe it was due to Boneheads training, but Wang Zheng was now obsessed with fervently training himself. He started doing push-ups with 5 fingers before gradually reducing the number of fingers. Doing it this way allowed Wang Zhengs finger strength to increase. Even if he could not consistently perform at this standard, Wang Zheng was determined not to return to doing conventional push-ups. Backpedaling would not allow him to improve. There was no meaning in lying to himself. After his countless attempts, Wang Zheng was absolutely battered and exhausted, but he kept thatrge smile on his face. Having found a new level of difficulty, he was ecstatic at another method of improving himself. A new day hade. While the tough military training had initially been hard on the students, everyone was slowly limatizing to the strict regime and was settling into their daily routine. Dormitory 007 had democratically reached a very important decision... on which girl would best suit each guy. It was agreed that Zhang Shan would have dibs on Meng Tian. No one else was allowed to pursue her. In Zhang Shans own words: "The harder it is to reach her, the more I want her." Yao Ailuns target was An Mei. To him, the cold, uncaring beauty was undoubtedly the sexiest. Chen Xiu was focused on Du Qingqing. Student Chen had always felt that age was the most important factor. For him, lolis were simply the best. The other girls were all too old. As for Ye Zisu, everyone agreed that she was Wang Zhengs property. Even though Wang Zheng did not contribute to the discussion, everyone else felt that there was definitely potential for a romance to blossom between the two. Admittedly, Wang Zheng did not even attempt to oppose the discussions oue. After all, the three were free to say whatever they liked. Besides, Wang Zheng distractedly thought that his current exercise-focused life was much more fulfilling. That being said, it was not that Wang Zheng had no opinion on the discussion. Wang Zheng simply thought it was unfeasible that someone like him could ever date a girl like Ye Zisu. After all, it was not as if an opportunity like that would evere about. F*ck. Wang Zheng felt slightly depressed from that realization. After extracting himself from the animated discussion, Wang Zheng forced himself to cheer up before leaving the dormitory to attend his daily sses. He was determined to focus on his studies, and as such, he had allocated ample time for courses in the physics and mecha curriculums. Reminding himself that Xiao Fei would crucify him if he missed any sses, he made sure to prioritize her lessons on his schedule. On the second day, everyone had settled into their respective departments. The teaching staff had started their sybuses, and the students were getting used to the ever-increasing workload. It was said that this batch of first year students at Ares College were unusually diligent, and few would skip their sses. In the math ssroom, the atmosphere was strangely chilly. ss had officially started 30 minutes ago, but Professor Marcus was preupied with the scribbles on the ckboard. His students were all whispering amongst themselves. Could the answer actually be correct? Marcus suddenly turned around, his eyes sweeping across the ssroom like a snake looking for its next victim. He mmed his palm on the ckboard and everyone jumped in their seats. "Who wrote this?" His expression looked as though it could devour someone. The students looked at one another in dismay. Even if they wanted to answer the question, they would not have written it on the ckboard! It was simply unfeasible to do so! Answers would have been passed to the Professor privately instead of being disyed so brazenly in the ssroom. Marcus suddenly realized that his expression was frightening his students, so he tried to ease them by letting out a smile. "Who wrote this? I have been teaching mathematics at this college for five years, and my time here has led me to believe that this ce is only full of pigs. But I admit that it was shallow of me to think so. No, this here is the work of a genius! It is my first time seeing such an answer. It is...beautiful. No, it is extremely refined!" Marcus had an expression of ecstasy on his face. Most people could only duplicate answers, but to formte something original was a skill to be admired! And this mystery student had discovered a whole new path to solving this question! It was absolutely wonderful! In fact, reading this methodology helped Marcus take his understanding of equations to a whole new level! His students were still looking at one another in dismay. Everyone knew that Marcus was only teaching at Ares College because of Xiao Fei. Both of them were partners and rivals in academia. However, Marcus was extremelypetitive, and if he were to find out that his department was beaten by another department, there would be hell to pay! At this point, a student raised his hand and stuttered, "I d-d-dont recognize him, b-but it was done by a student from another department. H-h-he wrote it." Marcus chuckled at the student and said, "That is impossible. This is an equation that is only taught to 4th year students. If a Mathematics Department student could do it, he or she would be considered a genius. If some other departments student were capable of math to this degree, well, we all might as well resign from a career in math!" At this point, everyone was certain that Marcus was not just being sarcastic in his admiration for the mystery students scribbles. This was because Marcus was known for being an extremely harsh critic; he had a reputation for viciously tearing apart a students calctions and workings and making them regret pursuing a career in mathematics. Another student raised his hand. "I think hes from the Physics Department." "Yes, he was wearing the Physics Departments uniform. He was not a senior; I think he should either be in his first or second year." Marcus was speechless. A second year physics student? Impossible. Marcus was no longer in the mood to conduct his lesson. "All of you, write this answer down. This is an entirely new method of approaching the problem. I dont expect any of you to recognize the significance of it, but such an answer is, at the very least, worthy of a prize in the Sol Federation." The Math Department was taken back. What the f*ck?! Surely he was exaggerating! Did Ares College really have such a genius? And he was not even a math student! It was absolutely outrageous! Marcus immediately rushed to Principal Gu Tes office, and he anxiously exined himself. Gu Te was bbergasted. "Professor Marcus, your requests have always been taken seriously by the school. Could you tell us more about this student? Who is he and what department is he from?" Marcus stared nkly at the Principal. "I dont know. I only know that he is from the Physics Department and is either in his first or second year." Gu Te was speechless and could only let out a bitter smile. "That description is honestly quite vague. There are many students in year 1 and year 2. It might take some time; however, you do not need to worry. I will wholeheartedly search for him. After all, discovering a students hidden talent is always a good thing." Marcus could finally rx. "Okay, please expedite this search. I will pass on his mathematical proof to the Sol Federations Mathematical Society for their inspection. I honestly believe that winning a prize with this mystery students work is not out of the question." "It is that impressive?" Gu Te was shocked. "Of course it is! I would not rush down to the Principals office just to report some sub-standard piece of work. Do you think I am that free?" Marcus red at Gu Te. Gu Te was helpless. This year was a particrly troublesome year for him because he was focused on nurturing a group of particrly talented students. Students usually approached the first week of sses with enthusiasm and gusto, but once the weekend arrived, everyone wanted to rx. The moment ss ended on Friday, Yan Xiaosu rushed over to the Physics Department to find Wang Zheng. "Boss, my Commerce Department is filled with beauties! You shoulde over!" "Are you sure?" "Wang Zheng, you cant turn down my offer! You should know best after having spent some time in the Physics Department! It is a stomping ground for dinosaurs! All of them are probably from the Jurassic period! The ones in the Mathematics Department arent much better either; they are probably from the Cretaceous period. My Commerce Department ispletely different; the guy to girl ratio is about 1:4! Ah~, I am in heaven!" But Yan Xiaosus facial expression softened. "However, I have to admit that the most beautiful girls are all in the Officers Department. It is quite a pity." Wang Zheng nodded his head. "Ye Zisus friends are all exceptionally pretty." Upon hearing that, Yan Xiaosus eyes filled up with tears. "Boss, youve met her friends? How could you forget to invite me? We grew up together! Ive known you since you were a baby! We even shared the same pair of pants!" "Get out of here! Who wants to share a pair of pants with you?!" "I dont care! I just want to meet beautiful girls. Please introduce me to some, I beg you. If you dont, I will tell Ye Zisu that you have been cheating on her!" Yan Xiaosu said desperately. "Wow, that is a low blow. Fine. Next time, if there is a mixer, you can take my ce. I have no interest in those sorts of outings." "Thanks, Bro, I really appreciate it! Come, lets go and rx. My treat!" Yan Xiaosus method of rxation turned out to be a visit to the Net Bar to fight a few CT rounds. Once the Boss of Brothers Net Caf saw Yan Xiaosu, his face lit up with happiness. Xiaosu couldnt let the Boss down, and as such, he swiped his credit card several times. Oh, the privileges of being rich! Upon entering the game, Student Yan abandoned Wang Zheng and went off to search for a more experienced battle partner. This was because he had not yed CT in a long time, and he wanted an expert to help carry him through a fight. When Wang Zheng entered CT, he received a notification from CTs Asia Region team, requesting for him to participate in a battle. However, Wang Zheng was not sure if the pre-arranged fight was still valid, as it had been a long time since he had logged onto CT. He quickly replied to the mail, confirming his avability to participate in a match. But to his surprise, the moment he sent his confirmation, the CT Asian Region Team immediately fired back a response. At their office, the CT Asian Region team was suddenly filled with activity. Office workers were rushing about trying to set up a match on short notice. In fact, Solon himself was personally handling certain matters. He had already found the perfect opponent for Skeleton. This was not a random battle; it was a pre-arranged fight. The system released an announcement. 1 VS 1 Battle: Skeleton VS Wild King All of a sudden, the normally silent yer base erupted into excitement. Such a high-profile match waspletely unexpected! The yers were surprised as there werent any marketing campaigns advertising this event. The yers were all too curious to find out more details about the match. Who was this Wild King? What rank was he? Was he the one to challenge Skeleton? Wild King turned out to be the American Regions No. 1 Scout for 3 consecutive months! It was said that he was an expert in using the Moon Armys high level mech, the Light Cavalry Type D. Wild King was also known for his strength and sharp senses. He had a reputation for being the American Regions most passionate and cocky b*stard, but he clearly had the skills to back it up. Wild King was also a diamond-ranked expert. What sort of style would he use? Was he going to use his Light Cavalry Mech? It was expected that Wild King would not take advantage of his enemy. As a diamond level yer, Wild King would be an expert in any mech. Furthermore, Wild King was known to be a scout, and as such, he was an all-rounder and well-suited for any style. But why was the popr Wild King so willing to fight? A diamond-ranked yer fighting a low-ranking yer was a rare asion indeed! When the battle was announced, everyones interest was piqued. Not only did the server announcement attract the attention of yers in the beginner arena, it also attracted those in the expert arena. Solon was extremely calm. This was what he was looking for, a highly prestigious fight with lots of publicity! It would allow him to charge high viewing fees. Wargod No. 1 VS Wargod No. 1 C Who was the stronger Wargod? Solon felt that the battle could go either way. Both Skeleton and Wild King had an equal chance of winning. If it were not for Skeletons high level of skills disyed during his previous match, Solon would never have dared to arrange a battle with such a high-ranking yer like Wild King. However, Solon did not expect Skeletons gunner skills to be of such a high caliber. After witnessing the previous battle, Solon decided to take the gamble and organize the match. That being said, this n was not without risks. Solon knew the risks of sending a new yer into a battle with Wild King; even a yer as skilled as Skeleton would have a hard time! Solon could potentially be destroying Skeletons career as a CT legend! Over the past few months, Wild King had been growing in poprity in the expert arena. If he could maintain his leaderboard ranking for a bit longer, he would have the qualifications to challenge Earths strongest "Emperor" cing. Arranging the fight was simple. Paying Wild King to fight was just a small part of it. Rather, if his opponent was too unskilled, Wild King would not have epted the proposal. However, after watching Skeletons past gamey videos, Wild King could not refuse Solons request. It was as simple as that. Wild King wanted a proper challenge. As such, he decided to use only basic mecha, and that would be the basis of his match with Skeleton. Scouting was a job that involved dancing on the edge of a knife. The more dangerous the task, the more exhrating the fight. Truth be told, Wild King was not unfamiliar with the Wargod No. 1. It was a mech that he had used for several years. While there were numerous other better, stronger mecha, Wild King believed that using the Wargod No. 1 would refine his precision for controlling a mech. However, he did not use the Wargod No. 1 in the beginners arena; rather, he challenged himself by fighting bronze-ranked yers. Wild Kings achievements were truly quite glorious, but once his identity was discovered, he ceased all usage of the Wargod No. 1. Wild King saw himself in his opponent, tackling challenges from a disadvantageous position, climbing the leaderboard with a sub-par mech; the simrities were truly uncanny. Perhaps this Skeleton yer was also using the Wargod No. 1 as a method of training himself. As such, Wild King relished the thought of beating such a confident b*stard. Sitting in the cockpit, Wild King could feel the adrenaline coursing through him. This was it, he thought to himself. The thrill of the hunt. Pilots who were able to proficiently control scouting mecha were generally very well-rounded. They could typically fill multiple roles in a team roster. Notably, Wild King was also the European Regions most outstanding new yer, and he was undeniably talented even among the diamond ranks. This battle was going to be interesting. A battle between two Wargod No. 1s... It could be said that expert scout pilots would master the Wargod No. 1 before moving on to other mecha. For Wild King, sitting in the Wargod No. 1s virtual cockpit was like riding a bicycle. He feltpletely at ease. Battleground selection: Map: Big Dipper Western Wilderness The arena was based in the wilderness biome, and it was typically suited to direct 1v1 duels. Due to the direct confrontation of yers on the map, the winner would have to seed based purely on skill. There would be no tricks or gimmicks for yers to take advantage of. Wild King Wargod No. 1s armament... Random. Skeleton Wargod No. 1s armament... Laser Rifle. Perhaps it was due to Wang Zhengs recent shooting lesson, buttely he had been leaning towards rangedbat. Wang Zheng felt extremelyfortable with theser rifle. Wild King, on the other hand, received the alloy de knife. ... What kind of situation was this? Chapter 36: Indescribable Respect Chapter 36: Indescribable Respect Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Every spectator was shocked! In the Big Dipper Wilderness Map, having a mere alloy de knife was considered suicide! With Skeletons gun skills, Wild King was as good as defeated! The two mecha entered the north-western part of the wilderness. When looking out over the endless ins, one could feel an electricity in the air. The atmosphere was tense. Wild King spun the alloy de knife in the palm of his hand, and he smiled to himself. His luck wasnt bad! He got to challenge aser rifle user with a simple alloy de knife! He was truly at a disadvantage...and he loved the thrill of it. Meanwhile, the chatbox was filled with excited viewers spamming their support for Skeleton. Skeleton was the representative of the beginner arena. Furthermore, most of the spectators regarded Wild King as being too arrogant. Picking a random weapon and acting so pretentiously; Skeleton would knock him down a peg or two and teach him to not look down on other yers! However, Skeleton made a move which caused the entire chatbox to fall silent. The Wargod No. 1 unequipped hisser rifle. F*ck, what kind of battle was this? For Wild King, this action surprised him too. He was the most popr and skilled scout in the American Region! This action...was too much. Wild King grew even more ecstatic. Opting for a full-on brawl and abandoning his ranged advantage? It was the first time he had met such an interesting individual! Wild Kings Wargod No. 1 also unequipped his alloy de knife. The wind howled around the two mecha. In the blink of an eye, the two Wargod No. 1s charged at each other. "Good morning, everyone. Most people should be quite up to date with the circumstances behind this battle. I am Young Deer, THE Young Deer who likes to drink milk. I am here to shed some light on the backgrounds of these two high-profile yers! Wild Kings true identity is Apollo Colleges Mecha Departments first year student. It is important to note that he was specially enrolled into Apollo College. He is a genius who has the potential to be a general!" It was clear that milk carton-eating Young Deer was clearly biased against Skeleton. "Contestant Skeleton has decided to give up his advantage! But can he survive Wild Kings onught?" Bang... Just before the two mecha shed, Wild Kings Wargod No. 1 jumped into the air, and as he fell, he viciously assaulted his opponent with a flurry of blows. It was a ferocious method that threw caution to the wind! However, he had misgauged the strength of his jump. It looked as if he was going to fall short of reaching Skeleton. Despite his mistake, Wild King adjusted himself in midair and re-targeted Skeleton with a sliding tackle. Just nice! Just before the point of impact, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 executed an Arc Slide Step. Although he only moved a hairs breadth to the side, he dodged the tackle. Yet, even in that brief pass, the two mecha exchanged a single strike. The two mecha leapt away from each other to gain some distance. They paused. In that moment, Wild Kings Wargod No. 1 braced himself with his left hand and maneuvered away. The Wargod No. 1 agilely stood up. Peng... His engine erupted, propelling Wild King forward at a breakneck speed. His Wargod No. 1s leg dug into the ground with each stride, pushing the mech forward. He rushed viciously towards Skeleton. This was Wild Kings valiant attack. He was an aggressive scout, and using his speed to catch enemy off-guard would usually guarantee him a sure victory. Bang Bang Bang... Wild Kings Wargod No. 1 threw a simultaneous punch and kick at the opponent. Pilots who had a fundamental grasp of wrestling moves in reality could bring their skills into these virtual mech fights. Notably, perfectly executing these moves in reality is rather difficult, as body positioning and posture are vital for an effective strike. Performing these moves in CT is supposed to be easier, as virtual reality does not take into ount a physical bodys limitations. However, normal people are typically unable to do so. Yet this was not an issue for Wild King. "Excellent! Wild Kings explosive assaults have forced Skeleton back, rendering him unable to counter attack! This is Wild Kings famous Hurricane Assault, an omni-directional attack that does not cease until the enemy is crushed! I cant believe that Wild King is just as deadly even when he is unarmed! Therge Military Corps[1] should observe carefully; this is an example of an excellent scout, and he should be headhunted immediately!" As Young Deer spoke, he picked up a carton of milk. He had finally regained his honor. From his fall from grace until today, he had finally managed to regain his reputation. Young Deer had considered leaving the CTmunity and starting anew, but running away was not part of his personality. In the battle, Skeleton was confident of his skills, especially on such even terrain. However, the downside to battling on an open field was theck of cover. Furthermore, he had voluntarily abandoned hisser rifle. Skeleton really was taking a gamble here. Meanwhile, Wild King was delirious with excitement. It had been quite a long time since he could indulge himself in such a highly skilledbat environment. The generic CT yer was usually quite idiotic; he would easily lose their cool and lose his head in the heat of battle. However, the young, inexperienced yers could not help themselves as they loved CT. This led to many inexperienced yers challenging Wild King, and he could derive no enjoyment from those fights. Wild King did not know what sort of guy Skeleton was, but his assault was unable to breakthrough Skeletons stable defense. He howled in glee at the tough opponent in front of him. Wild King waspletely on edge. Even his hairs were standing on end. Wild Kings eyes exuded a glorious radiance. From head to toe, he was quivering in exhration. Tensing up his whole body, Wild King let loose a strong punch. His Wargod No. 1 registered the movement and released a punch with great force. Missing his target, Wild Kings punch mmed into the ground and debris flew out from the point of impact. The strike was so strong that it hadpletely surpassed the ones previously exchanged during the fight. Yet the flying debris had obstructed Skeletons point of view. Wild Kings Wargod No. 1 immeidately seized the opportunity and executed a cartwheel, with his two legs violently mming into Skeletons Wargod No. 1s silhouette. The entire motion was executed in a heartbeat. Bang... Skeletons Wargod No. 1 stumbled backwards, his two arms crossed to reduce the impact of the double kick. Wild King had fallen to the floor afterpleting his cartwheel maneuver. Despite the sessful attack, he did not allow himself to rx. Meanwhile, in a CT cockpit far away in America, a scrappy youth with straw-like hair was gritting his teeth in tion. His upper body was riddled with numerous scars, and it was truly a ghastly sight. Outside the cockpit, there were at least a hundred people watching thepetition. These people... they all looked like delinquents. Indeed, Wild King was their pride and joy. An orphan in the street had managed to obtain special admission into the Apollo Military College. He was the pride of the entire neighborhood. Wild Kings father was a retiredmando. When he was young, his father had taught him many closebat techniques. This led to him having an unparalleledbat prowess. In truth, Wild King was undefeated in his neighborhood. His battle experience was immense, and he was particrly adept at closebat. In the midst of battle, Wild Kings Wargod No. 1 rushed forward and furiously kneed Skeleton in the frame. A second after the collision, he followed up with a high kick to the head. A creak could be heard from his Wargod No. 1. His moves were truly quite extreme, and they pushed his mechs capabilities to the limits. Where weapons were concerned, Wild King possessed a natural affinity for armedbat. Regardless of winter weaponry or mecha suits, Wild King fought as if these tools were an extension of his body. The military college had ssified him as a genius, but he did not care; he just loved to battle. Bang... Skeletons Wargod No. 1 could only dodge. However, he was too slow, so the iing high kick obliterated his right arm, causing him to stagger backwards by almost 10 meters. The surrounding viewers and the chatbox immediately quieted down. This Hurricane Assault was just too much, even for one as skilled as Skeleton. There wasnt any room to take a breather. The loss of his right arm put Skeleton at a severe disadvantage. This was one of the weaknesses of the Wargod No. 1 mech; losing a limb would greatly decrease the mechsbat abilities and mobility in navigating the field. Meanwhile, the web caf hosting Wild Kings CT pod immediately erupted into cheers. Being able to devastate an opponent without weapons was much more exciting than simply using guns. Wild Kings smile grew cold. There were very few opponents who could allow him to fight like this. Energy shields werepletely unable to protect him from this onught. However, as much as he had enjoyed this battle, all good things muste to an end. "Haha, it looks like the oue has been decided. If Skeleton is able to make aeback, I will eat another milk carton! Haha!" Young Deerughed heartily. Thest time he had broadcasted amentary, it was done in vain. F*ck, that cheapskate Solon did not give him a portion of the viewer donations. Skeletons mech rms were ringing. Wang Zheng evaluated the extent of the damage. His mechs bncing mechanism was slightly damaged, but it could still be operated. However, in his current situation, he would not be able to take another Hurricane assault. Perhaps this time he had really bitten off more than he could chew. Wild King raised a finger towards the sky, indicating his guaranteed victory. This was his cue to unleash his killing move. It was extremely tyrannical. The Wargod No. 1 rumbled as it sprinted towards his opponent. Skeleton looked as though he had given up all hope of retaliating. However, Wild King could feel a sense of danger. When he was living on the streets as a street urchin, there were numerous times where he almost lost his life! This had given him a sixth sense for detecting such situations. He knew that the opponent was an expert in closebat, but Wild King reasoned that Skeleton was already drastically injured. With his current condition, even if they directly slugged it out, Skeleton would definitely be destroyed first! There would be no mercy shown! The distance between the two mecha shrank to just five meters. As they approached each other, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 suddenly leapt into the air. Jumping? Why the hell would he do that? Wild King had already sessfully elerated to his max speed. He was ready to execute his final killing blow. Wild King looked up, tracking his opponent. Yet, at this point, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 dived down towards Wild King with the bright rays of the sun directly behind the falling mech. The blinding light dazzled Wild King, and he was momentarily stunned! Skeletons left legshed out a lightning-quick strike! With the falling momentum, his kick possessed unfathomable explosive strength! Bang... CRASH... Wild Kings Wargod No. 1 stumbled forward... but the mechs head was missing. The Western Wildernesss dazzling sun rays were particrly harsh. One-hit KO! Young Deer spat out a mouthful of milk! He clenched his hands in shock. Thementator was eagerly looking forward to the climax of the fight where Skeleton would be humiliated with a crushing defeat! But now...he was absolutely demoralized. F*ck my life! Encountering this f*cker was like meeting a ghost! It was impossible to predict the oue of the match! Every member in the audience had been on the edge of their seats, watching the final sh with bated breaths. Upon Skeletons victory, they screamed out in joy from the bottom of their hearts. The ones watching the livestream were already dancing in joy. This was an unexpected result! Young Deer stared nkly. At this point, his heart felt as cold as the autumn wind. He suddenly realized that his broadcasting studio helpers were all staring at him. Young Deer felt like he wanted to die from the embarrassment. And then he realized that he had to eat that carton of milk. Ugh! Thest time he did it, he had diarrhea for 3 days. ! He gritted his teeth and stamped his feet in frustration! As he did so, he began to tear the carton into small pieces. His broadcast was not over, and he had a job to do. He started putting pieces of cardboard in his mouth. But Young Deer vowed that he would witness Skeletons defeat. In this world, there was no one who was invincible. As he chewed, Young Deer could not help but let out a sob. He crammed piece after piece into his throat. F*ck, next time he should drink from a smaller milk carton! The killcam footage slowly reyed thest killing blow frame by frame. It was difficult to exin what people were feeling; it was a mixture of tion and satisfaction. This feeling rushed forth and bubbled up in everyones thoughts. The blow by blow killcam footage was analyzed by the Skeleton Corps original creator, ID Extremely Handsome. Under Wild Kings vicious onught, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 had never actually lost his bnce. That explosive kick would not have hit. On the video, a small rock was circled in red. When he was retreating through the foliage, Skeleton had stumbled over a small rock, and this had hindered his dodging movement. Yet, in such a situation, Skeleton had coolly sacrificed his arm, as that was the best possible option to take. Extremely Handsome had said that this was a textbook example of a perfect reaction to a disadvantageous position. Simrly, during the final strike, when facing the unexpected dazzling sun rays, Wild King seemed to have lost his focus. His forward rush had actually lost him the match. The momentum from the rush coupled with Skeleton using his foot like a knife de had caused the dramatic decapitation of Wild Kings mech. The highlight of the battle was when Skeletons Wargod No. 1 rose up into the air before his descent towards Wild King. Everyone could see that he was extremely calm. It was not a frantic or a desperate maneuver; rather, it was calcted and intended. This was what shocked the audience the most. Skeleton had been inplete control the whole time. Skeletons level of calmness was clearly derived from experiencing numerous close encounters with death! As they watched the rey over and over, an indescribable feeling grew in each and every audience member. This indescribable feeling was called respect! [1] The Military Corps are the equivalent of Ranked Teams in MOBAs. Chapter 37: Eternal Life in Blood Chapter 37: Eternal Life in Blood Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Chen Xiu was passionately shouting in triumph. It was rather uncharacteristic of him, as he was usually shy and bashful. Only when it came to CT battles did Chen Xiu show his true emotions and unreserved feelings. This disy of strength! This was true power! The Invincible God Skeleton! Apetitor for the Kings struggle had descended from the heavens! It was said that at least half of the spectators viewing the fight were watching without any expectations or biases. However, after watching the final strike, these spectators were in awe of Skeletons prowess. Skeletons sheer skill had won them over. Back at the CT Asian Region office, the employees were all celebrating. "Boss! Were on fire! This time we really did it!" "This will raise his rank to the top 10 on the leaderboard!" "Boss, do you think that Skeleton is a retired ace pilot? His actions were so blindingly fast that I could not keep track of him at all! He was too calm during the battle; in fact, it seemed almost too easy for him! It felt like he was simply toying with Wild King!" Solon could not answer any of his employees questions. He really did not know anything about Skeleton. In fact, he wasnt even clear as to what Skeleton actually wanted. Fame? With such skill, Skeleton definitely wasnt an ordinary person; acquiring fame would be all too easy for such an individual. Money? This yer didnt seem to be interested in money. Furthermore, such an individual wouldnt need to rely on gaming methods to earn money. It has to be said that Skeletons fanbase was starting to form legends around him. In truth, what our dear Student Wang really wanted was a greater share of the ticket earnings! Wang Zheng also discovered that this battle had taught him something important. Despite all hisbat experience and skills, he was still deeply wed. He had almost tripped over a rock! Wang Zheng berated himself for his poor map awareness. What if there was a sniper hiding nearby? Thankfully, there was only one opponent this time; otherwise, he wouldve definitely lost the match! Wang Zheng still had so much to learn! As he left his CT pod, he heard arge crowd screaming nonsensically. Why was it so noisy outside? Was there a fire? After Wang Zheng left the private room, he noticed arge group of people standing in the Net Cafs lobby. Everyone was preupied watching something on themunal screen. What in the world was so entertaining? ... Huh? This looked...familiar? "Boss,e quick! You have got to see this! F*ck, this guy just blows my mind. He uses a Wargod No. 1, a basic mech, and yet he is still invincible! His kick is basically a god-killing technique! This gamey footage has convinced me to join the Skeleton Corps!" Flecks of saliva flew out of Yan Xiaosus mouth as he spoke. He had already memorized the Skeleton Corps members IDs. Such was his conviction of joining the Corps! After the video analysis had concluded, an advertisement shed across the screen. It read, "The Skeleton Corps wees you! Regardless of your profession or rank in society, everyone is invited to join! Dont live your life as a gutless weakling! Be reborn in blood and live forever!" Student Yan had a crazed look in his eye. He had really entered the Skeleton Corps. In addition, he was even ced in a high-ranking position. It seemed like the Skeleton Corps was a good fit for him. The Skeleton Corps was considered to be a different type of guild, rtive to the ones usually found in CT. A Corps was generally filled with like-minded individuals sharing the same goals. They were usually formed when such people crossed paths with one another, and they collectively banded together to pursue their goals. However, most Corps would take preventative measures and filter out the lesser-skilled yers. The most basic requirement to enter a Corps was to have a high level of skill and win rate. Yet no Corps was more rowdy or enthusiastic than the Skeleton Corps. This was because their motto was to engage in blood and battle! Winning was battling! Losing was also battling! What was important was knowing what you truly wanted from battle. For the Skeleton Corps, it was the thrill of the fight. Wang Zhengs previous battles had already been catalogued and edited for public viewing. Unfortunately, as his first battle was too long ago, that particr video had already been deleted from the system and could not be retrieved. Nevertheless, the battles that were recorded were sufficient. They stood as a testament to his skill. As his opponents got progressively stronger, using a Wargod No. 1 to crush them only led to tougher opponents purposefully seeking him out. It was only a matter of time before Wang Zheng would have the opportunity to face elite mecha. When such an opportunity arose... would the legend prevail? No one could say for certain, but there was hope in each and every persons heart. "That was too sweet. F*ck. B*tch, that was justpletely spectacr! Oppress these assholes! Ranks are meaningless!" Student Xiaosu was pissed at his own abilities. He had beenpletely wrecked by his opponents in the previous round, which caused him to fail the bronze-rank promotion match. Yan Xiaosu needed to re-umte points again. "Boss, I want to learn new skills. I am going to go and re-watch Skeletons video analysis!" He angrily stormed off. Wang Zheng stared at his obsessed friend. He didnt know if he should reveal his secret. With Yan Xiaosus big mouth, if he were to spread the news, Wang Zhengs peaceful life would be gone! Back at the dormitory, Wang Zheng realized that he had three other idiots to deal with. His roommates turned to face him with petrified faces. Skeleton had only won one battle; was there really a need to be like this? His roommates normally had shy and reserved personalities, but their reactions to Skeletons video was way too extreme! "What happened to you three?" Wang Zheng inquired. The three of them looked at each other in dismay. Their expressions were a mix of excitement and disbelief. Yao Ailun looked nkly at Wang Zheng. With a soft voice, he uttered, "Guess." At this point, Wang Zheng felt like grabbing him and throwing him out the window. "How would I know? Are you guys obsessing over Skeleton again? Is this about his recent battle?" "Hehe, Brother Zheng, you have guessed right. Well, sort of. God Skeleton has indeedpletely devastated his opponent, but that is not the most important thing!" "Hm, then is this about the Skeleton Corps? Im guessing there was a huge number of people interested in joining, especially after seeing Skeleton battle. How many new members did the Corps receive?" "Wang Zheng, you are Dormitory 007s official leader; use your imagination!" "Yao Ailun, stop messing around," Zhang Shan said. "Even I wouldnt be able to guess such a random fact. Im still having a hard time convincing myself that this is real!" Zhang Shan did not seem like his usual self. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. He couldnt be bothered with these three idiots who were keeping him in suspense. "Wang Zheng, have you heard of Natures Echoes before?" "Yes, Ive heard of them. Their songs arent that bad! Theyre very catchy" "What the f*ck do you mean by theyre very catchy? You are too picky with your music. Natures Echoes songs are worthy of the heavens! They are sung by our Goddess, Lin Huiyin!" Chen Xiu eximed. He was beginning to exhibit signs of insanity. "Ah." Wang Zheng didnt understand what these three guys were trying to get at. They seemed to be moving farther and farther away from the point. Lin Huiyin was someone that was hugely popr. She was a celebrity in the Milky Way, an Arn citizen. She was known by everyone! However, to Wang Zheng, her songs were just that, songs. They were easy to listen to, and that was it. He didnt pay much attention to the world of music. Chen Xiu did not understand Wang Zhengsck of excitement. "Are you from an older generation? I didnt realize that there was such an age gap between the two of us! Goddess Huiyin is my idol. If I could just meet her once in this lifetime, I could die happy! It is my dream to meet her!" As a representative of his generation, Chen Xiu waspletely obsessed with her. He was even more fanatical about his goddess than he was for Skeleton! "Okay, these two idiots are going crazy because Lin Huiyins agent has contacted them. Her agent was hoping to use God Skeletonsbat footage for Lin Huiyins uing music video. Now do you see why these two are losing their minds?" Zhang Shan smiled. He too loved Lin Huiyins music as it was very soothing and refreshing to listen to. Perhaps Wang Zhengs standards for music were too high. Or maybe Chen Xiu was right and Wang Zheng was simply too old fashioned. "Oh, are you sure its not a scam?" Wang Zheng asked in concern. The three guys were growing increasingly frantic at Wang Zhengs calm demeanor. It turned out that the strangest guy in the dormitory was actually Wang Zheng. After his time with Bonehead, nothing could faze Wang Zheng anymore. After meeting Little Shi, nothing could surprise Wang Zheng anymore. Bonehead could be a military instructor and Little Shi was a princess in disguise. What in the world could be more outrageous than that? "Just go for it, I guess," Wang Zheng said, unenthusiastically. "Youre acting as if youre Skeleton and this is no big deal to you! F*ck! Although we were the ones who created the Skeleton Corps, we actually have no power to release Skeletons videos formercial purposes. We have already sent a message to Skeleton, but we dont even know if he will reply! My God, if this works out, it will be a miracle! My god and my goddess willbine into one! God!" Wang Zheng was speechless. What the hell did he mean bybining into one? "Actually, if it doesnt work out, it doesnt matter. This is just a hobby for you guys anyway, right?" Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders as he replied. Yao Ailun was exasperated with his friend. "Brother Zheng, you dont y CT! You wouldnt understand! You have never tasted defeated over and over again! But I have! It was so bad that I wanted to die! God Skeleton gives me spiritual release, while Goddess Huiyin helps me to ease my frustrations! The other two chimed in. "Wang Zheng, it doesnt matter whether you agree to this or not. It is only right for us to support our brother. We too agree in this union between God Skeleton and Goddess Huiyin! It is the culmination of our hopes and dreams!" Yao Ailun adjusted his spectacles. His skill with crafting CT theories and analytics was unrivalled by anyone, but his actual performance was terrible. He was horrendous at piloting a mech. As such, he had a lot of pent up frustrations in his heart, frustrations which he could not release. But all of a sudden, Yao Ailun had found a person who could represent his dreams. He was able to live vicariously through Skeleton! Wang Zheng could not understand their feelings, but he could see that his friends were whollymitted to this dream. "Well, since you all have such a strong belief in this, I am sure Skeleton will agree to it." "Dont forget, if it works out, you must get several signed posters from him!" "Of course! That goes without saying!" Wang Zheng shook his head and left to check his Skylink. In his CT mailbox, he found Extremely Handsomes message asking for his approval. He replied his approval, as it did not make a difference to him either way. The moment he replied, Chen Xiu, who happened to be sitting just beside him, immediately shot up and screamed, "Sess! Sess! Its a miracle!" His dance of joy made Chen Xiu look like a little kid. Yao Ailun, who was standing at the side, was much more controlled. "After he signs the promotional posters, make sure he includes an autograph of his picture!" Although Lin Huiyin was not the number 1 beauty in the Milky Way, to her fans, she was a Goddess, perfect in every way. Her fans were innumerable. It was unknown as to why such a popr entity would suddenly take note of Skeletons battle footage. Back in the CT Asian Region office, Solon was taken by surprise at the coboration between Lin Huiyin and Skeleton. Fortune hade so unexpectedly! He had spent a lot of time and effort promoting the battle, but this oue was just spectacr! No one could have seen thising! Solon almost had a heart attack from hearing the news of Lin Huiyin and Skeletons uing music video. This was just too intense. A vast, wide world was opening its gates to him. Suddenly, a thought shed across Solons mind. Believe in Skeleton and you will be reborn! The constant windfall of good luck had wholly convinced him. Skeleton was a miracle worker. Meanwhile, Lin Huiyins PR team had made an announcement through the Government Net. News of her coboration with Skeleton was generally positive, but there were many who questioned the decision. For one, the Arn Empire possessed numerous CT experts, yet the chosen yer was from the distant Earth! And he wasnt even a high-ranking yer! Furthermore, the new single was supposed to be a motivational song, and this was not Lin Huiyins usual music direction. Could she pull it off? Her cute and sweet persona was unrivalled. But seeding in the music industry took more than looks and personality. An idol would need to keep creating fresh, new material. Everyone understood her intentions of pushing the limits of herfort zone and having grand aspirations for a new music video. But in reality, such a drastic career shift did not usually y out well. The failure rate for doing so was extremely high. Her fans did not want to believe that their beautiful Princess Lin Huiyin could potentially create a bad music video! Yet the most faithful of her fans still gave their full support to her, while her rivals continued to sulk, envious of her courage and boldness. Wang Zheng had no idea what Goddess Lin was like. However, he was sure that this goddess was currently in the midst of an unstable state of affairs. That evening, Wang Zheng was summoned to Xiao Feis quarters. As she was in the privacy of her own dormitory, Xiao Fei was dressed very casually. She was in loose-fitting pajamas, and she gave off the image of an innocent but sensual beauty. As her clothing was quite loose, her snow-white skin would asionally be exposed. At this point in time, Student Wang was sitting right in front of her. Xiao Fei was pacing circles around him, deep in thought as she scrutinized him with predatory eyes. It looked as if she was deciding on how to cook Wang Zheng. Should he be baked in sweet and sour sauce? Or should he be stir-fried with mixed garlic... "Ahem. Professor, could you please get to the point? If I knew anything, I would have told it to you already!" Wang Zheng was extremely fearful of the empress who stood before him. She hadplete control over his future. "Haha, that would be for the best. You should know that I am quite skilled at sniffing out lies. Now tell me, did you solve Marcus question?" "Who is Marcus? What question are you talking about? I am so busy that I dont even have time to help others!" Wang Zheng smiled bitterly. "That wasnt you? Do you recall the day I asked you to pass some materials to Marcus? If I remember correctly, you had taken quite a bit of time to do so." At this point, it felt like a detective interrogating a suspect. Xiao Fei stared at Wang Zheng with a burning gaze, like a bee who had just found a fresh flower. Chapter 38: Crazy Tempo Chapter 38: Crazy Tempo Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Looking at Xiao Feis intense expression, Wang Zheng racked his brains. Suddenly, it urred to him that she was referring to his time spent in the Mathematics Department. It was something that he hadpletely forgotten about as it was quite insignificant. "Ah, could you be referring to the question on the ckboard in the math ssroom? I wasnt taking it seriously and was just messing around. Crap, I hope I didnt cause any problems for anyone" Student Wang didnt know what to say. Why was he being questioned about this? Answering some question on a ckboard honestly wasnt that big a deal. Xiao Fei shook her head helplessly and took a deep breath. "You really are trouble. You know that? You screwed up big time." "It was just random scribbles! Its not a crime! Worsee to worst, I can just help the Mathematics Department clean the ckboard," Wang Zheng objected. "Thats not the issue! The problem is that now Marcus wants to enroll you into his 4th year math sses!" Student Wangs frowned in annoyance, creasing his forehead with three dark lines. This was supposed to be a school, not some ck market! How could the teachers just forego the rules andwlesslypete for him? Xiao Fei could not help but burst intoughter at the sight of Wang Zhengs pitiful expression. "Your random scribblings solved an age-old question that has stumped math geniuses all around the world! It has even caused several Mathematics Department students to create a fan club around you! Put yourself in Marcus shoes. Of course he would want to headhunt you!" Wang Zheng let out a huge sigh of relief. So he wasnt in trouble. Thats good. The Principal had told him not to offend anyone among the faculty, as it would create difficulty for Wang Zheng if he were to petition for a change in departmentster on in the future. "You little rascal! Youre obviously quite gifted, and it is expected that other people would want to snatch you up! But you belong to me, remember that. That old b*stard Marcus might as well be dreaming if he ns on stealing you away from me! Dont worry, big sis will protect you!" Xiao Fei was extremely forward as she patted Wang Zhengs shoulder. As she was just an arms length away, Wang Zheng could not avoid seeing her exposed skin. He could not distract himself from its snowy-whiteness. Her skin was absolutely spotless. In the Rubiks cube, Skeleton had trained him for confrontation with beautiful members of the opposite sex. However, back then, his heart knew that it was fake. Yet in the present, what was in front of his eyes was as real as could be. "Ahem, this is..." Noticing that Wang Zhengs face waspletely red, Xiao Fei stared nkly at him for a while before realizing thepromising situation that she was putting him in. She decided to use her feminine charms to press her advantage. "Not bad, right? And I know you still dont have a girlfriend. What about me? A student-teacher rtionship would be...exciting to say the least." Xiao Fei was used to using her sexuality as a persuasion technique. The devilishdy was deriving satisfaction from seeing Wang Zhengs awkwardness and embarrassment. "Looks like I frightened you. Big sis has high expectations for her partners, but you just barely meet the requirements. Work harder and in the future and big sis might just give you a chance," Xiao Fei said, as she charmingly gazed at Wang Zheng. Our dear Student Wang was so frightened that he wanted to escape as quickly as possible. If he stayed, Wang Zheng wasnt sure what would happen. He was a young and virile adult male, and he definitely felt the effects of Xiao Feis charms. Xiao Fei was seductive, intelligent, and beautiful. No one was immune to her advances. Wang Zheng had to escape. Xiao Feiughed seductively. She was like a child who was extremely proud of herself. To her, bullying little boys was addictively fun. However, she knew that she had to properly protect this little b*stard. Xiao Fei already had topete with the Mecha Department for Wang Zhengs affection. If Wang Zheng were to join them, Xiao Feis rtionship with him would just get problematic. With such an excellent foundation and grasp of mathematics, Wang Zheng was a genius solely born to do physics! Meanwhile, on the faraway of An... An was the most well-nned in the Milky Way. Its structuralyout had been meticulously thought out, and everyone who visited the was surprised at its aesthetics and beauty. An was filled with an abundance of greenery and elegantmunities. Surrounding the were twelve intelligent satellites which would periodically absorb sunlight to provide An with sr energy. These twelve satellites could also function as defensive weapons during times of war. Located on the 36th floor of Ans famous Star Pagoda was the music recording studio for Lin Huiyins Natures Echoes. "Your Highness, I do not understand the need for such a risk! There is absolutely no reason to do so!" "Indeed, it is as he said. We have the best team avable. If you wanted to try a new style or take a new direction with your music videos, we would definitely be able to create something of much higher quality!" A group of workers was currently surrounding a little girl. Despite the disparity in their ages, the little girl was clearly in charge of the room. She seemed to possess the atmosphere of a goddess. The girl with bared legs was currently dancing to the music, moving in ordance to the rhythm of the room. Right outside the window were Ans unique, ring-shaped butterfly mechanical constructs. They were automated flying machines tasked with keeping everything neat and tidy. "I want to know about this CT yer that she is obsessed with!" one worker said. The girl absentmindedly chewed on her lower lip. She was the famous beauty that could move mountains, the one and only Lin Huiyin of An. "NOT AFRAID!" This was Natures Echoes new single. The moment it debuted, the song rocketed to the top of the Milky Way Alliances Top 18 charts, where it was ranked the most yed single for 10 different categories. Such a feat had never been seen before! This was something that numerous music critics would never have imagined. Although Lin Huiyins poprity was partially attributed to her youthful beauty, it was her unique singing style that had won over the inhabitants of the Milky Way. However, solely relying on her sweet, demure personality also had its limits. After Lin Huiyin released her first 2 albums, she was confronted with an important career-making decision. Critics all around the gxy were highlighting the limits of her current genre choice. As such, she could either choose to change her direction, or she could remain as she was. This was a choice that Lin Huiyin had to make for herself. Of course, Lin Huiyin did not have to bother with such criticism. She did not have to change. However, after watching Skeletonstest CT match, she was inspired to write a new song... a song that would make ones blood boil and instill courage among the people. To the average An individual, this was not a significant issue. But the response to her new single hadpletely exceeded Huiyins expectations. She felt that this song was not too mediocre, but never would she have expected that this experiment would have turned into her best song yet. NOT AFRAID was the most yed song among the top 10 charts, and it satisfied even the harshest of critics. They simply had nothing bad to say about the song. This was Huiyins first singing and rapping single! It has to be said that many young people became absolutely infatuated with the song. Every radio station was ying it! Just listening to it a single time was enough to hook a person and fill them with extreme fervor! The music video was even more stunning. A montage of a lone Wargod No. 1 facing numerous battles. Regardless of the enemy, the lead yer always triumphed, demonstrating unparalleled skill and a courageous aura in all of his fights. Im not afraid to take a stand Everybody, take my hand Well walk this road together, through the storm Whatever weather, cold or warm Just let you know that, youre not alone If you feel that youve been down the same road At this point in time, the MV showed Lin Huiyin in full military attire, pointing towards the sky. In the background, it showed the Wargod No. 1 in a moment of desperation, cornered by its opponents and turning the whole match around by executing a pentakill with godly skill. Pentakill! The song escted into a feverish climax! I will be what I set out to be, without a doubt undoubtedly In the MV, Huiyin and the Wargod No. 1 took up the two sides of the screen. One after another, the opponents of the Wargod No. 1 would appear and be coolly destroyed. Regardless of the enemy, we will definitely fight till the end! Rays of light beamed in all four directions. The Wargod No. 1 would fight mech after mech, with the music intensifying in the background. And to the fans, Ill never let you down again, Im back As the music died down, the MV showed Wargod No. 1 and Lin Huiyin standing together, both exuding radiant light. Back in the dormitory, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were both dancing ecstatically, giddy with delirium. This was perfect. This song would be the Skeleton Corps anthem. The songs influence was slowly spreading. Wang Zhengs battle videos became the most searched video in all of Asia. People from other regions were unaware that Skeleton was fighting a real battle, and they imagined that the whole gamey footage to be staged. However, everyone in the Asian region knew it to be true and that Skeletons abilities were the real deal. It was just that Natures Echoes influence was toorge, directly catapulting the music video to the top. Wang Zheng had also seen the MV. Needless to say, he was absolutely shocked. When Wang Zheng was still in middle school, he was a fan of Huiyins gentle, soothing music. However, after experiencing the Rubik Cubes training, Wang Zhengs personality had experienced a drastic change. He no longer enjoyed listening to such gentle music. As a result, he had stopped listening to Natures Echoes. Yet NOT AFRAID had fully encapsted the feeling of his battles! He could never have imagined that Lin Huiyin was such a genius! The song resonated within him. Only Wang Zheng could truly understand that air of haughtiness and the drive to ovee adversity and attain his goals. The title of the song was the cherry on the icing: NOT AFRAID. It was akin to telling oneself that regardless of adversity, one had to keep on going. There was nothing in this world that was truly frightening. Zhang Shan was also dancing. No one knew that he had a gift for breakdancing! "Unparalleled. This is f*cking awesome. This song is perfect!" "My Natures Echoes wrote this song all on their own!" Chen Xiu said, like a proud parent boasting about his child. "When did they be yours?" "I am Natures Echoes number 1 fan! I have been a member since the very beginning. I am a senior member!" Chen Xiu beamed. Yao Ailun adjusted his spectacles, haughtily pushing them up the bridge of his nose. "You call yourself a fanboy? Your brother here has collected all of her albums and posters, including the An Special Edition. Can you say the same?" "Bro, you are truly my blood brother. Can you let me see it?" "If you act ordingly, I will even let you listen," Yao Ailun said, with a smug face. He enjoyed the feeling of being worshipped. "Wang Zheng, it looks like were the only two rational people in this dormitory," Zhang Shan said. Although he liked her songs, he would not lower himself to their level of fanboy groveling and peacocking. "It is quite nice to listen to," Wang Zheng said sincerely. He truly felt that the song resonated within him. "Its incredible; the music video has boosted Skeleton Corps poprity and increased the number of applicants! We have reached the maximum number of members for our corps level! This is uneptable, we need to upgrade it!" eximed Chen Xiu. "We need to find an administrator. Agh, the administrators have already used Skeletons gamey footage for their promotional videos. They need to give us somepensation!" Yao Ailun angrily pped the table. The two of them started to bicker. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were speechless. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu usually acted like old men, but depending on the scenario, the two could revert to acting as if they were 5-year-old children! "Oh, Zhang Shan, by the way, I have told the Professor Xiao Fei about your proposal, and she said that she would consider it," Wang Zheng said. He felt that being Xiao Feis sole assistant was just too dangerous, and having Zhang Shan around would greatly reduce his anxiety. Also, Zhang Shan was truly a genius, and Wang Zheng wanted to help develop his friends abilities. "Thanks! I need to leave now, but dont mind me! You guys keep talking." Zhang Shan heavily pped down on Wang Zhengs shoulder. As Wang Zhengs body was extremely well-built, Zhang Shan was not afraid of hurting his friend. "This b*stard has had a windfall of good luck with thedies. F*ck, he is probably off to take advantage of young girls," Yao Ailun said with disdain. He styled himself as omniscient and was capable of anything. "I have a friend who is currently in the Skeleton Corps. Could you help him increase his rank? He is also crazy about Skeleton." "Not a problem. Your friend sounds like a good guy." Yan Xiaosus personality truly fit well with the other two. Chapter 39: Embrace Chapter 39: Embrace Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Sometime after school began, Wang Zhengs life began falling into a rhythm. Having attended the lessons once, he roughly knew what was demanded of Xiao Feis and some of the Mecha Departments sses. Ever since he gained ess to the MMA clubs training room, Wang Zheng went there twice a day punctually. It was too convenient. Usually, Wang Zheng would use the gravity room in the early morning. Regr intensity training was definitely slower in producing results; however, with the gravity room, Wang Zheng was able to feel aches and soreness. It was empty in the morning as always. Wang Zheng turned up the gravity to five times intensity. After some warm-up lifts, Wang Zheng began his finger strength training, switching between fingers. Under this sort of pressure, results were certain.. A hundred reps for each fingerhis entire body was soaked in no time. This sort of training was brutal, so Wang Zhengs food intake was also three times the average persons. The good thing was he had extra money now. Even Wang Zheng felt that he would copse if he continued eating instant noodles with this training. While Wang Zheng was training hard in the gravity room, the door opened. Ever since Meng Tian "lost" to Wang Zheng, she also increased her training. She found it puzzling that she could not rely on her training to defeat Wang Zheng. Seeing that the gravity rooms light was on, Meng Tian felt it strange. However, upon noticing that it was at five times intensity, she was absolutely shockedthis was no joke! Wang Zhengs training was showing better results as ofte. Usually he would end at this time, but he felt like going for one more. Meng Tian was usually not here this early either. Meng Tian saw a sight she would never forget in her lifeWang Zheng, topless, with sweat dripping like rain, inverted and doing one-handed push-ups. He switched hands every fifty reps. What kind of strength was this? Meng Tian had always felt that she stood a chance in the previous fight, but she never once thought that he had not even been serious about it. This sort of strength was rare even in the military. Wang Zheng sensed that there was someone and stopped. Seeing Meng Tian outside stunned, he smiled, picked up his towel, and walked out. "Do you want to use it?" Meng Tian shook her head in a daze. It was hard to believe that Meng Tian, the icy, beautiful queen, had this state of confusion. "How did you do it?" "Haha, just daily training. Although it seems like I dont have much muscle, I am actually very strong." Wang Zheng struck a pose. Indeed, he was not terribly ripped, but Meng Tian could sense that he was full of explosive strength. Meng Tian bit her lip as she suddenly said, "Can you make me stronger?" Wang Zheng was surprised for a moment. He could tell that Meng Tian was earnest, but for a girl ... "Actually, my style of training is not very suitable for the average person," Wang Zheng said. A normal person would die if he trained like that. "Im not afraid. As long as I can be strong, I am willing to do anything!" Meng Tian exposed her usual stubbornness. Wang Zheng did not really know how to reject a girl. "This ... we can try. Actually, Im also not very sure how to coach you." "Even just by sparring with you, I can improve!" This was what Meng Tian had thought of all along, improving through fighting. Except, as a girl, she felt that it was not good to always be harassing others. However, upon seeing this, she could not care anymore. During the test with the explosive strength measuring machine at the beginning of military training, it could have been that the machine was not faulty. Perhaps it was that Wang Zhengs strength had already reached incredible levels. "Can do. I need the training anyway." Wang Zheng smiled. Wang Zheng took a shower and was done in five minutes. When he came out, Meng Tian had already changed and was practicing various swift kicks. Her movements were very tactical. Her flexibility and mobility were both pretty good, and there were not many ws. It was evident that she had gone through strict training. It was only because Wang Zheng had gone through the pir training that he could see the skill gap between them. Her footwork was very orthodox and had little change, while the pir training was endlessly varied. "How is it?" Meng Tian asked after one round. The beads of sweat on the tip of her nose made her cuter. "Not bad." "That cant be all, tell me the truth!" It was clear that Meng Tian was not satisfied with this type of patronizing answer. "Flowery fists with fancy footwork." ... "Haha, your moves are actually not bad already, but your strength and speed still have room for improvement. Also, it seems like you are very obsessed with routines. Actually, fights are ever-changing and are very dynamic. Reflexes and adaptability are important skills to have. You need to have a good grasp of speed, uracy, and lethality. Like this." Wang Zheng followed Meng Tians demonstration and threw out a set of kicks, except his were lower and quicker and as ferocious as a whirlwind. Wang Zheng, who moved over ten meters in a moment, looked back. Meng Tian was in a daze again. "Whats wrong?" "Maybe someday I will need a favor from you," Meng Tian said suddenly. "We are schoolmates, no problem. I will definitely help if I can." Wang Zheng had actually not previously appreciated Meng Tians capable personality. Besides, the two had themon goal of bing excellent pilots. Wang Zheng certainly could not use Boneheads training methods on a girl. Moreover, this was not the Rubiks Cube. If he was not taken away by the police, he would at least be sent to the mental hospital if he tried them on her. "Bnce is most important. This horse stance training will do you good." Wang Zheng taught Meng Tian the female horse stance. The male version was wider. Based on a females body, it needed to be closer and triangr. This stance was also most stable. "Is this useful?" It has to be said that this stance was not very pretty. "Haha, try attacking me. If I move, you win." Wang Zheng assumed the horse stance. Meng Tians eyes lit up. She really intended to try. After pulling back some distance, Meng Tian cried out femininely and threw a low flying kick towards Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng smiled. This was a strong blow. Bang ... Receiving it easily, Wang Zhengs body did not move. "Again." She did not want to waste this opportunity of a live target. Meng Tian was not polite about it andunched a fierce attack towards Wang Zheng. There was no one around, so Meng Tian did not have to worry. Meng Tians attack was rather ferocious, with the intent to deal harm. Although Meng Tian altered her position and adopted a more violent style, her lethality dropped drastically. "No problem. You can attack anywhere, or you wont be able to show your power." When Meng Tian heard this, her brows furrowed slightly. Her style became colder, but Wang Zheng became stronger under greater attacking pressure. Wang Zheng received a series of three kicks easily. Meng Tian felt her leg go limp and fell over. Just when student Wang was finding this rather fun, Meng Tian suddenly copsed. He quickly supported her ... this was overexertion. "Are you okay?" Wang Zheng asked, touching her forehead. "Im letting you try, no need to try so hard; we have no deep hatred," Wang Zheng teased. She was okay, just a little faint Meng Tians faced turned red. "You are really great. I might have to always trouble you from now on." "We are schoolmates, no problem. Besides, it is my honor to be of service to a beauty." Meng Tians face turned redder. At this moment, the training rooms doors opened. A bunch of students engaged in loud conversation entered. The training room fell silent immediately. Everyone looked at each other. Meng Tian, blushing, was in Wang Zhengs arms ... "Oops, we have walked into the wrong ce." "Yes, we didnt see anything." Meng Tian stood quickly. Wang Zheng waved his hand. "Just exchanging pointers; Meng Tian identally hurt her leg." "Have to trouble you to send me to the infirmary." Meng Tian had restored her cool. Amidst the crowdsughter, the two of them left quickly. Meng Tians pursuers were many. It was a pity no one could beat her, much less think about anything else. Wang Zhengs personality was easy-going. The crowd also felt that he was better than the arrogant Guan Tao. Wang Zheng supported Meng Tian out. Meng Tian suddenly said, "Do I have to call you Master next time?" "Oh, no need to be so exaggerated. We will just exchange pointers." "Is Ye Zisu your girlfriend?" Meng Tian asked suddenly. "No, we are schoolmates and friends. How can she fancy me?" Wang Zhengughed. This was the truth. Ye Zisu was the school flower and Wang Zheng was just a passerby. Solon was doing rather well in recent days; he could evenugh in his dreams. His superiors were very pleased with his performance. It was said that the board meetings also took a new turn and no one was raising the matter of his dismissal. Sometimes, when the path is right, the sky could really rain pies. Lin Huiyins inspiration for her new song actually came from Skeletons battle videos, and it was a hit. Even the official website was promoting this person. The question was: once the main website begins publicity and more experts are attracted, could the Wargod No. 1 withstand it? Regardless, Solon was clear that there was no turning back, and this was not something he could decide. Solon was busy looking for opponents, and it was actually rather difficult. Experts with a name for themselves were not very willing, and the usual opponent would be meaningless. After all, people who were willing to use the Wargod No. 1 were still rare. This included Wild King, who specialized in using his own high-end mech. If one used Wargod No. 1, he could operate it without problem, but his fighting strength would be greatly impaired. If one used a high-end mech, it would not be fair. This would be a bit of an insult to the esteems of the experts if they won, and it would be much worse if they lost. Hence, it was a rather awkward phase. Under Wang Zhengs suggestion, Zhang Shans trio also entered the assistants group. Xiao Fei also had the intention to nurture them. The three were rather talented; given some time, they would not do badly. However, in Xiao Feis eyes, only Wang Zhengs future was boundless. His worldview was too good. Perhaps a top physicist who has been nurtured for eight to ten years would also only be at this level. With Zhang Shan and friends, Wang Zhengs days were better. It has to be said that an opportunity like this was hard toe by. Although they were only involved in minor activities, it was also eye opening. Although they were freshmen, the four of them certainly surpassed their seniors in some aspects by too much. Student Wang was absent for most of the Physics Departments sses, apart from Xiao Feis. Professors would asionally take attendance, and student Yao Ailun would mimic their voices to make fun of them. Not to mention his imitation was vivid. Wang Zheng would be immersed in the Mecha Department as if he was stupid or drunk. Wang Zheng had gained a fundamental understanding of mecha during his one month at OMG, and he found it very interesting now that he could apply some theory with the actual thing. First lesson: mechanical science. Eighty plus people came to the schools equipment warehouse. There were many mecha parts. Unfortunately, Ares Colleges finances were not doing very well in recent years, so the equipment was older. Chapter 40: Little Red Noob Chapter 40: Little Red Noob Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Everyone lost interest upon seeing the piles of dirty mecha spare parts. They had originally expected to see shiny mecha; even if they could not be opened, it would have been good to see. But it was this instead. Where was the professor? After the crowd waited for quite some time and had moments of impatience, an old man walked in unsteadily. Upon looking at him, Wang Zheng was shocked ... it was Luo Mu! Luo Mu saw everyones expressions clearlyimpatience, scorn. Only when he saw Wang Zheng in the crowd did Luo Mu reveal a trace of a smile. It was only because of Wang Zhengs persuasion coupled with Ye Zisus that Luo Mu decided to serve as a visiting professor here. With the addition of this elective course, he wished to pass down his skills. "I am your teacher, Luo Mu. For the first ss today, everyone will just be familiarizing themselves with the mech. We will do a little tidying up, cleaning of spare parts, and then ss will be dismissed." Having said it, Luo Mu proceed to a room inside the warehouse to watch television in a sagely manner, seemingly at ease. Everyone looked at each other. This was the teacher? If they stood before a mech, they would have gone crazy for such an opportunity. However, before themy a pile of oily things. It was nauseating just to look at, much less the thought of having to clean them. Ye Zisu and Meng Tian also looked at each other. While Ares College was not in a good ce, surely it was not this bad, right? Ye Zisu had a hunch that this was likely intended by Luo Mu. While the crowd was still hesitating, Wang Zheng had already picked up tools and began cleaning the spare parts in an experienced fashion. Luo Mu stuck his head out of the window. "You can ask me if you have any questions." He resumed watching television after speaking. Lin Huiyins new song was ying. Luo Mu nodded. "Not too bad this time. The music isnt decadent and has a bit of power to it." Even if one wore gloves, it was hard not to get greasy. It was alright for the boys, but even just the smell was difficult for the girls to stand. Ye Zisu got to work with Wang Zheng with a much practiced hand. Wang Zheng was very focused. He very quickly realized that these dirty mecha parts were actually ... A model number became visible very quickly. ASL23556. "This is Ans propeller!" Wang Zheng had only seen this in pictures. This was simply a work of art! Without a doubt, in terms of mecha technology, An was at the top in the Milky Way Alliance. Their mecha were celebrated for being far moreplex in prowess and difficult in operations, and they were a beautiful inside and out. This was a dream. Ye Zisu was also surprised for a moment. Could these things be part of Luo Mus collection? She knew that Luo Mu liked collecting parts from mecha of various countries, especially those that were unique. The things here should be a part of Luo Mus private collection! Inside the room, Luo Mu had his legs crossed. To this old person, these things were priceless treasures to those who were interested, but mere scrap metal to those who had no love for it. Wang Zheng immediately began cleaning rather systematically. Even then, it took about half an hour to clean a spare part. A sparkling set of propellers from Ans high-end mech, the Tempest Condor, emerged from the debris. Most people were loafing around. They were going to be mech warriors, not part of the maintenance division. No wonder this was just an elective module. If one knew this was so meaningless, one would not have elected for it. But Wang Zheng was enjoying the moment. Actually, this job was not required to be done by students, but Luo Mu did this for a reason. Only when one got into the thick of doing things, making discoveries bit by bit, could they form deep memories and inspire an inner desire to seek further understanding. This was also a condition for him to ept the invitation, that he could choose his own methodology for teaching. When the break came, pretty much everyone was gone. Only Wang Zheng, Ye Zisu, Meng Tian, and ten others were left. At this time, Luo Mu hobbled out. The warehouse had three different types of parts cleaned. Luo Mu nodded. "This is the result of your work today. Let me introduce the pros and cons of these three things." "Wang Zheng, yours is Ans Tempest Condors propeller, also considered Ans main production mech. The thrust is definitely top-end, and its explosion-proof capabilities are also rather good. Other countries can learn from this. But in battle, these propellers have a fatal weakness," Luo Mu said. Some things only fighters would know, and others only a senior mechanic would. Deep in thought, Wang Zheng asked, "Could it be the brakes?" Luo Mus eyes lit up. "Indeed. In order to maintain its propulsion, the brakes are a bit slow in terms of operation. In battle, this can be capitalized on. Of course, to Ans fighters operations, this matter is not seen as a problem." Wang Zheng smiled. That was because they had yet to met a true expert. The students who stayed understood that the course had only just begun. Luo Mu was not trying to teach students how to repair mecha; this indeed was not within the scope of a fighter. He covered parts of simple mechanical problems, the focus being seeing the pros and cons from a mechanics point of view. From engines, to energy capacities, to weapons and the like, this was knowledge from apletely different angle. Luo Mu had never been on the battlefield, but he was a theorist with a unique perspective. The ten or so dirty students werepletely enthralled and almost had no time to ask questions. Other lessons only discussed the external parts of the mech, but this course imparted the essence and analysis of the mech. "The flexibility of this mech is very good, but its anti-explosion capabilities are slightly worse. In closebat, try applying pressure to the pilot and force them to take hits from you, then the opponent is sure to copse first." This type of specific data could only be understood by a senior mechanic. As to how to use it and when, only a fighter in battle would know, and it depended on the pilots ability. To Wang Zheng, he was hungry for more. Luo Mu was really something. The people who left pretty much did note back for the second ss, and those who stayed benefited greatly. Ones takeaway from the lesson depended on their own abilities. Wang Zheng stayed behind after ss to ask quite a few questions, until Luo Mu became impatient and chased him away. "Little fellow you are too long-winded. I still have to work for a few years, so dont ask too much all at once!" Wang Zhengughed. "Heh, I am the stupid bird whos first to fly!" "Silly Ye, quickly take him away. This is overtime, and I want to rest!" Ye Zisuughed as she dragged Wang Zheng away. "Did some happen between you and Meng Tian?" "No?" "This silly girl asked me about you once she came back, wanting to find out about your bloodline. Dont tell me shes into you. Do you want me to help you two out?" Ye Zisu asked, pretending not to mind. Wang Zhengughed. "No thanks, she is my dorm mate, Zhang Shans, target." "Gee, couldnt tell that your standards were rather high; even Meng Tian doesnt cut it!" Wang Zheng shrugged helplessly. He was rtively calm about such matters; feelings were necessary. Regardless, about Wang Zhengs reply, student Ye Zisu was rather satisfied. Wang Zheng did not return to his dormitory; he went straight to Brothers Caf instead. In battle, he was aware of the state of his own mech, but he was certainly unable to understand his opponents. If he could grasp an understanding of both parties mecha, that would be an improvement to him. This sort of thinking was only avable to a crazy person like Wang Zheng. This was based upon the highly difficultbination of theoretical understanding and actual insight. Just thinking about it was enough to make one dizzy, but Wang Zheng felt like he had found a new path instead. This was certainly beneficial to his urate understanding of the battle situation. If integrated with his battle instinct, it would increase his control over the fight by at least ten percent. It was a pity that Wang Zhengcked partners to exchange with. If only he could spar with Bonehead. Although he was good at fighting people, other people had judgments that were much more urate than his. When Wang Zheng arrived at Brothers Caf, he checked his inbox and there were no missions, so he immediately went into a ranked battle. Countless people had already added him as a friend, and he had his notifications turned on. Student Wang did not know how to appear invisible. At this time, countless IDs rang with a ding. Wang Zheng wasted no time and immediately went into matchmaking mode. Not only were yers notified, even the official special staff were notified. They sprang up immediately. Wang Zheng was on a six game winning streak. Although the level was low, with this sort of hundred percent win rate, a five versus five was alright, but he would certainly run into a stronger opponent in one on one. Experts at the low levels were limited, but as the levels became higher, mecha restrictions were also lifted. "Skeleton" versus "Rainbow" In another inte caf, a manughed heartily. "Time for fame!" Wargod No. 1 Vs Tempest Condor (Luoluo "A" ss Tracking System Equipped) After experiencing this several times, the official website responded quickly. Of course there was our famousmentator, Young Deer. Young Deer wasmentating on a high-level match at the time. Suddenly, he apologized to his audience. "This match has been decided already. Apologies to everyone, but I have a match I have to attend to. Come to think of it, I think everyone knows already." At this time, many Skylinks were secretly opened in ss. To y truant in front of professors was courting death, but to watch secretly was still okay. However, everyone was in a daze when they saw the opponent. This matchmaking ... This Rainbow was certainly a spoiled second generation child. The Tempest Condor was Ans premier mech, with abilities enhanced by the system. With simplified controls for the mech, it was basically overpowered. It possessed terrifying speed and long rangebat ability. It had the ability to ughter everything in a thousand miles! It could literally fire and forget while its automated system murdered all its opponents! What left people even more speechless was that this fellow even had a Luoluo "A" ss Tracking System equipped. This sort of tracking system helped weaker yers be stronger. Simply put, this was a tool that enabled the average yer to pull off operations at an ace pilots level. It was pricey if one chose to equip it. However, one must also be aware that some high-levelpetitions prohibited it. However, at this level, it would not be prohibited. The Tempest Condor equipped with a Luoluo tracking system thrown into the novice zone was no different from a true god of war. It would absolutely ughter the rest Rainbow was slightly famous among the bronze rankers. He had created his own technique, the Rainbow Explosive Stream Kill. Truthfully, this was the work of money. The performance of his mech was already unrivalled, surpassing the technical abilities of other mecha. Due to the prohibition of assistance systems in the high levels, student Rainbow persisted in the novice zone, unrivalled. Some people definitely invited higher yers to battle, but it was no use. When the Tempest Condor was paired with this system, it was indeed unparalleled, that is unless you also use equipment of the same level. However, this was billed by the day, and the average yer would not be able to afford it. Some yers who were abused by it gave him a nickname: Little Red Noob. Chapter 41: Rainbow Across the Sky Chapter 41: Rainbow Across the Sky Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Rainbow was a rather cocky individual. Everyone could understand why; the opponent was about to be crushed in front of overwhelming power. Dominating noobs was his aim. Right in front of himy yet another target. He was about to be famous. His only worry was that after seeing his loadout, Skeleton would be scared away. The viewers were currently awaiting Skeleton to leave the game entirely. Could it be that Skeleton wasgging and did not see his opponent? Wang Zhengs interface was notgging behind. However, he was reading the enemys mechs specifications. He had only ever heard of the Condor mech and not the Tempest Condor. He had also never heard of this Luoluo Tracking system. After reading the description, he epted the match. This tracking system was used to improve ones long ranged uracy. However, in reality, it was quiteplicated to operate and was quite expensive. Hence only the best pilots would use such a system. The discussion forum had erupted in excitement. Many people had only known of Skeleton through Lin Huiyins MV. It was not important if he was famous or not. They were as excited as those who had watched Skeletons previous battles. Wargod No. 1, Mech Power Level: 20 Tempest Condor (Luoluo "A" ss Tracking System Equipped), Mech Power Level: 70 + 10 This was an absolutely crushing technical advantage. The basic mecha, like the Demon Wolf and the Beast, had a power level of approximately 40. It was still barely eptable. However, in this case, the difference was 4 times! Regardless of the yer, this difference was just too stark. If Skeleton could win... no, even the audience members could not imagine any way which Skeleton could win. "Only if Little Red Noob was too arrogant and handicapped himself!" "This fellow is about to be steamrolled. He has upgraded his mech to the peak of what is possible. Even if you take a step back, how could he possibly make a mistake and lose?" "I have exchanged blows with him before. It was absolutely wretched. Id even suspect two people were controlling the mech at the same time; he was just that good. Furthermore, his mech is so good that even if he made an error in judgment, he would still win!" , Rainbow was also watching the discussion forums andughing heartily. "What a load of bullsh*t. I myself am an expert from the SWAT team. We no longer live in the stone age. Those with skill and money are the unshakeable ones! Hahahah!" The SWAT team had a break today. Who would have known that he would have met such a big "fish" the moment he queued for a game? He would finish him in one gulp, and this would be something he could brag about for months toe. Battlefield Map: Norton Star. This was the favorite map ofmando units. A basic mech would have difficulty operating in this terrain. However, an elite mech would perform even better. What was also important was Norton Stars tall and lofty vegetation. It was especially suited for suddenbat. Once the enemy was located, firing off arge burst ofsers would definitely secure the win if the opponent did not react in time. Little Red Sister had chose this map without any shame to leverage his strengths. He guessed that the opponent would not reject his choice. Indeed Skeleton did not choose to change the map. The discussion forum exploded into greater furor. "Little Red Noob has absolutely no morals!" "Little Red Noob, do you even have b*lls?!" "Little Red Noob has no limit to his shame! However, this brother approves! Go forth! Crush him! Show him the strength of the rich!" Young Deer wasmentating from the side. "It looks as though many people are supporters of Rainbow. After looking at the discussion forum, everyone should know that Rainbow not only has superior equipment, he also possesses his signature move, the Rainbow Sky Streak! I wonder if we will have the opportunity to see it." "Ah. Someone asked if I would eat another milk carton and even asked if I would drink milk from my mum in the event Skeleton wins. I am a professionalmentator and have a high level of integrity. You should not be targeting me. Saying which, even if I win, its not as if Skeleton would eat a milk carton. This just isnt fair!" Young Deer spoke in a deemphasizing fashion. After so long, he had be immune to such insults. Having a high level of integrity came with a price. At this point, in dormitory 007, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were extremely excited. Someone hade to offer himself as a sacrifice. The normally restrained Chen Xiu waspletely unrestrained at this point. How would the enemy be crushed? He had absolutely no idea, but he knew that there would definitely be a way. However, not everyone was as naive and blind as those kids. Most of the audience members mulled over possible scenarios that could happen. However, even after analysis, they could note up with any good ideas. All that was left was to watch the battle. Norton Stars Covered Battlefield The Wargod No. 1 and Tempest Condor faced the setting sun. The effect of 5 times gravity was very obvious. Those who were weak at controlling their mechs would definitely move in a very embarrassing fashion. Those without a high-end mech would never chose topete in such a battlefield. Wargod No. 1s actions had also been affected greatly. However, the effect on the Tempest Condor was quite minimal. The number of viewers continued to rise and it broke previous records without any surprise. The administrators continued to watch the numbers rise in anxiousness. As professionals, even they wondered how such a situation could be reversed. "What a mess. This fellow must be sick. How could he use a Wargod No. 1 to challenge a Tempest Condor? There are so many viewers. F*ck. Isnt he trying to cheat my money?" It has to be said that there were many viewers who were going with the flow. So long as there were many viewers, they would tune into the livestream. Only after tuning in would they realise that this was not the battle they had expected. It would be a one sided crushing! "Hello, friends. Those who have just graduated from kindergarten, please have a good look!" Regardless of whether he won or lost, this would not be a battle that would end quickly! However, life was full of wonderful surprises. This was what it meant to live. All of the little kids were shocked. The two mecha began to move. The center of the map had an objective that had to be controlled. Whoever struck first would win thepetition. Hence one could not hide. The two mecha knew the importance of taking the initiative. At this point, the strengths of the Tempest Condor were shown. On the minimap, the Tempest Condor began to move quicker and quicker. Although the Wargod No. 1 was rushing along furiously and it was quite fast, the Tempest Condor had already arrived at the center of the map. However, he did not capture the objective. In such a scenario, the majority of individuals would instead set up an ambush and attack the opponent when he arrived. Directly capturing the objective would be quite difficult otherwise. The Tempest Condor began to sneak around. As a SWAT officer, Rainbow enjoyed the use of high performing items. Only then could he use all his skills. However, it was a pity that everyone had only noticed his wealth. It was preferable for him to find higher ground to ambush Skeleton. The vegetation was extremely thick and most people would not notice him hiding inside. However, against an expert like Skeleton, his concern was not to remain hidden but rather to have the first strike. Rainbow quietly waited. The mech went into silent mode. His SWAT training was very strenuous. Thus, when he rxed, he would usually take it easy. However, this was a different situation altogether. It was exciting. The Wargod No. 1, which was approaching at a high speed, suddenly slowed down. This was not the first time. Whenever he approached a dangerous location, Skeleton would examine the area carefully. However, it was of no use. Everyone in the audience knew that the most dangerous point was just as he approached the objective. The question was: who would be the one to set up the ambush first? Who would be the first one to strike? Just before Rainbow started to lurk in the shadows, he had attacked the objective and captured it. This small advantage would inevitably spell the difference between victory and defeat. This removed the opponents ability to stall for time. This would force Skeleton to attack him. The Wargod No. 1 paused for a brief moment in silence before slowlyunching into his n. He started to advance in the direction of the objective. The path he took was in Rainbows field of view. This was the path with the best view. Rainbows Tempest Condor began to patiently wait for the opportunity. The mechs engine was rumbling at a low volume, allowing him to maintain his position of stealth. With the Wargod No. 1s basic detection systems, the Tempest Condor was basically untraceable. Even when stomping noobs, there was still a certain rhythm to it. Most importantly, one could not give the opponent any opportunity to react. Otherwise, it could bring disaster to themselves. They had to be left untouched at the end of the crushing victory. Although Rainbow had determined the path which Skeleton would take, he could not help but feel depressed. The opponent was moving extremely quickly, darting left and right. However, he would always be moving near a piece of cover which would allow him to take shelter from any shots fired at him. However, Rainbow was extremely patient. At this point in time, if he were to strike too soon, it would reveal his position. An opportunity where Skeleton was exposed woulde. It definitely would! Finally, Skeleton approached an area approximately 20 meters long and wide which possessed no cover. With Wargod No. 1s top speed, it would cross the distance in merely a step or two. Yet the Wargod No. 1 was not even at top speed at the current moment. Rainbows breathing gradually slowed down and the grip on his weapon tightened. It was clear that Skeleton had also realized that this area was the most dangerous one yet. However, he also noticed that there was no time to take an alternate approach and hence hardened his resolve as he continued to move in that direction. The Wargod No. 1 elerated at this point, intending to rush across quickly. "The Wargod No. 1 ns to cross this exposed area with sheer speed. However, the Tempest Condor has already made his preparations! Let the devastating array ofsers take his life!" Said the clearly biased Young Deer. He had been waiting for this moment since the start. Everyones eyes erged in anticipation of the moment. The Wargod No. 1 had rushed in. After merely two steps, the Tempest Condor had also rushed out. The Wargod No. 1 waspletely exposed in his targeting sights. At this point in time, the Wargod No. 1 leaned to the side, looking as though it was nning to withdraw. At this point, theser rifle pointed towards the Tempest Condor. "The sneaky snake hase out of hiding. It looks as though he was prepared for an ambush... However... Beautiful!!!" The Tempest Condor waspletely unaffected. The moment he had appeared, he did not attack. He had paused for a moment to ascertain the Wargod No. 1s movements. They were extremely stable! Confident movements! However, this Skeleton truly had underestimated him! Once the Wargod No. 1 started to retreat and even raised hisser rifle, the Tempest Condor had already unleashed his attack. Bang Bang Bang Bang! Four streaks of light shed out. "Beautiful!!!" Young Deer screamed as he pped his leg repeatedly. "Rainbow truly has amazing judgment. This is..." This was not a wildly firedser shot. With the Luoluo Tracking System, thesers radiance turned into a perfectly geometrical figure as they arched towards the Wargod No. 1. "This is... Salmas Double Wave Killing Array! GOD!!!" All of the viewers were shocked. Although it was executed with the help of the Luoluo Tracking system, this was still an extremely hard to execute military technique. The hardestser technique to dodge was the wave type. This was meant to counter dodging movements. The one who had invented the technique was Ans Colonel Salma. Being able to execute a single wave array shot would be sufficient to dominate the entire newbie arena. However, what was fired was the Double Wave Array! It was definitely more than enough to murder Skeleton! Young Deer screamed in excitement. Even if he ran to his grandmas house to hide, he still would not be able to dodge this move! Rainbow possessed exceptional equipment, was an expert, and even used an overpowered mech. There was no way Skeleton could survive. Rainbows mouth curved into a smile. This was his technique. Rainbow Across the Sky After learning such a skill, what was important was to have the judgment to utilize it. All of the viewers were shocked. Chapter 42: GOD Chapter 42: GOD Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The monstrous demon, Wargod No. 1, had started to move irregrly once again, weaving past the numerous attacks by a thin margin. All of this urred within the span of a single second. However, it was still no use! The difference in technical capabilities was just toorge. Everyone gasped in admiration, and some even felt a slight pang of regret. The attack had almost beenpletely avoided. Despite its vigorous movement, the tail end of the Double Wave still managed to hit the Wargod No. 1. As the Wargod No. 1 was swaying around dodging the onught of attacks, Rainbow was already preparing for another barrage of attacks. All of a sudden, the Wargod No. 1 fired itsser rifle. How did the Wargod No. 1 not explode??? That was impossible! The Double Wave was not an attack that could be blocked without an energy shield! Even if Rainbows opponent did not get destroyed, that round had clearly hit the Wargod No. 1. On the other hand, theser fired from the Wargod No. 1s rifle did not hit its opponent. Instead it hit the tree which the Tempest Condor was standing on. Although the Norton Stars vegetation was extremely sturdy, it could not withstand thesers impact. Rumble The Tempest Condor started to fall from its perch. However, the mechs propulsion ability activated and it smoothly stabilized in the middle of the air. Yet in that moment, Rainbow burst out in cold sweat. He had fallen into a trap! His first reaction should not have been to halt his fall! He should have activated his energy shield instead! Bang... Headshot. An explosion nketed the sky. The room fell into silence... Young Deer, who was in the middle of a premature victory dance, suddenly froze in ce. Not a single sound could be heard. Unable to hold it in, Young Deer broke the silence and angrily screamed out, "Why did the Wargod No. 1 not sustain any damage? Is his mech invincible??!" A slow-motion rey of the exchange was shown on-screen. Rainbows Double Wave Kill Array was beautiful and lethal; it was a testament to Rainbows efforts and immense training. Conversely, the Wargod No. 1s dodging ability was truly out of this world. However, it was still unable to fully avoid the Double Wave attack. Everything happened in a sh. Previously, everyone was unable to see anything amidst the rapid flurry of movement, but analyzing the footage in slow-motion revealed Skeletons trick to surviving the encounter. Whilst the Wargod No. 1 was dodging, its left hand clutched a titanium alloy knife, while its right hand held itsser rifle. Both weapons were used simultaneously; the knife shed horizontally, while the rifle was levelled at the Tempest Condor. This b*stard actually had such skillful ambidextrous control over his mech? Rainbows finalser round was reflected off the titanium alloy knife! At the point in time, Skeleton fired his ownser rifle! Even for a rey, the arenas spectators were watching with bated breath. Yet, in such a frantic moment, Skeleton did not choose to target Rainbow and instead targeted the tree beneath the Tempest Condor! Why? Why? Only Rainbow truly understood why. His opponent was a monster. To be able to shoot Rainbow in such a situation was extremely difficult. If he had missed, Rainbow would have definitely activated his energy shield. Comparatively, the tree was a veryrge target, and it made strategic sense to target the opponents foothold. One would instinctively attempt to regain their bnce. The strategy was even more appropriate since the Tempest Condor was equipped with a propulsion function. It was only expected that the flying mech would use that particr piece of equipment. As a veteran SWAT member, Rainbow felt a cold sweat break out on his back. Who was this monster sitting inside the Wargod No. 1? How could he be so level-headed in such a situation? Young Deer could only see ck. What was wrong with this world? How could someone like Skeleton exist? He felt like escaping from this impossible situation. Maybe he should just migrate to a different country. That would be the only way to get away from all of this madness. Skeleton didnt even die in such a situation! In their dormitory, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were hugging each other while jumping around in joy. Even if they did not know how Skeleton had won the match, he was still able to find the path to victory. Chen Xiu had already gonepletely crazy. "This is too scary. Although his dodging skills were beautiful, that shot of his was truly on-par with a grand master!" "Indeed. If he had just directly attacked the Tempest Condor, regardless of how precise Skeleton is with his firing, it would have been meaningless." Even Zhang Shan had eximed. In truth, they were not the only ones who had given up hope while watching the match. Rainbows Tempest Condor had technical capabilities that were just too strong. This was the only path to victory. The eventual defeat was not due to a difference in technical capabilities, and neither was it due to Rainbows piloting skills. It was due to Skeletons god-like judgment. Skeleton made a move that forced Rainbows hand. It had to do with human instinct! Rainbow had lost in terms of instinct! It was Skeletons observational ability that surpassed all else! Even real-time mechanical analyses were not as urate as this. This match hadpletely shocked everyone. Student Wang was also exceptionally smug. Thatst battle had given him a run for his money. The truth was that Wang Zheng did not have the confidence that he would win every battle. He just countered every trick he met with one of his own. In fact, this time, he was proud to say that his judgment was spot on. "Hehe, it would have been great if Bonehead was here. With such a perfect battle, he would definitely have awarded me an A+ grade!" His chest suddenly felt cold. A skeletal robot materialized right in front of Wang Zheng. Student Wang immediately squatted on the ground. "F*ck me! You almost scared me to death. Of all people to appear, it had to be you! Why are you here?!" "The Super Wargod Trainee has the privilege to summon the trainer for constructive criticism," Bonehead replied nonchntly. "F*ck me, why didnt you say so earlier?!" "You never asked." Facing the calm and collected Bonehead, Wang Zheng gave up any thoughts of struggling. "So, how was it? Myst battle was nice wasnt it!" Boneheads eyes emitted a red light. "Pathetic!" Wang Zheng was infuriated. "How could it be pathetic?! Why would you say that!" "As a Super Wargod, there was no need to go through so much trouble. The moment the enemy appears is the moment you take him out. You should have immediately shot him through the head!" Bonehead said quite nonchntly. Student Wang felt a cold breeze blow past. Talking to Bonehead was truly impossible. Hiss... It felt as though his chest had suddenly be a bit colder. Wang Zheng had a bad feeling about it. "I dont suppose summoning you has a price?" "As a matter of fact, it does. Calling me out will decrease your battle energy," Bonehead replied, with a haughty expression. Pitiful Wang Zheng almost choked to death upon hearing his mentors response. "Get! Back! In! What are you waiting for?!" Student Wang truly wanted to weep, but no tears came out. He could already imagine Boneheads answer. You didnt ask. F*ck. Although he did not know the circumstances behind the Rand Empires R&D team, the one who created the Rubiks cube was truly unreasonable. Was it so hard to exin things in greater detail? They should have included an instruction manual! Cheating someone like that would really get him killed! Bonehead disappeared and Wang Zhengs chest finally felt normal again. He unbuttoned his shirt and took a nce. F*ck. His battle energy indeed had decreased. What a b*tch. Bonehead was truly his nemesis. Wang Zhengs exuberant mood waspletely ruined. He felt that his hard-earned battle energy gained throughout thest week of training hadpletely disappeared. Wang Zheng walked away, crestfallen. The owner of Brothers Net Caf could not help but feel bad for his customer. He gave Wang Zheng a smile and said, "Little Brother, dont be sad. Failure is just one part of sess. If you can persevere through all of this hardship, you will eventually improve." The owner truly understood him. Wang Zheng looked at the owner; he wanted to cry, but no tears woulde. In the end, the owner gifted him a bowl of noodles as a small constion prize. Despite Boneheads low opinion on Wang Zhengs fight, elsewhere, the match had stirred up a huge surge of activity. The battle did not merely demonstrate ones skill. It showed off ones unmatched judgment even in the heat of battle. Needless to say, everyone who saw the match was amazed at the level of skill disyed. Many of these spectators were neers to CT. After watching the newest video advertised by the game developers, they were hooked. Lin Huiyin? Skeleton? Listening to the song NOT AFRAID while watching that intense Pentakill video. It had aroused within them a burning passion for battle. If one were to sing the song with its lyrics: Dont try and stop me, persevere on your path, without any doubt! Followers, Im back! "IM BACK!" This was the headline on the public. It struck a chord within everyone who had read it! Who was back? Was it trying to say that the Wargod No. 1 was back? "Is this the Heavenly Wicked Explosions rhythmn?" "Is he even human?" "This is definitely the tempo of a god!" In An, Lin Huiyin was sitting on a swing in her house. A pair of snow white legs stretched out as the swing dipped forward and curled up as the swing pulled back. "This guy is quite impressive. What do you think of his fighting capabilities?" Huiyin asked curiously. Her female bodyguard, Li Jian, watched the screen with a calm expression. "Your Highness, a person of such caliber can be found anywhere in An. This hype is simply because the people of Earth have pathetic standards." "Oh," Replied Huiyin. Ans arrogance was truly ingrained in its people. Although she did not know how strong Skeleton was, Huiyin honestly believed that this yer possessed an awe-inspiring attitude towards winning. This alone would make him stand out against Ans yer base. Regardless of her bodyguards opinion, Skeleton had not let her down. The story would have beenpletely different if he had lost his most recent battle; that would have been humiliating and it would have negatively impacted her songs poprity. "Add a performance for the Sr System. Have the show organized on Earth." Lin Huiyin instructed, out of the blue. "Your Majesty, the market there is exceptionally small. I advise against this suggestion..." "I want it done. This will be beneficial for Ans image. Furthermore, my cousin has been there before. Paying a visit would only show our sincerity." Huiyin let out a slight smile. To the general public, she was a famous celebrity. But she was more than that. Only the people beside her knew of her true identity. Truthfully, she was the daughter of the An Empires side supporter, Iron Fist Prime Minister Qia Shawen. Qia Shawen was also Ainas aunt, making Huiyin cousin to the famous An Princess. Although Huiyin was of royal blood, she was not as involved in political matters, unlike Aina. Huiyins responsibilities were solely to improve Ans gctic image. To the royal family, such a role was sufficient. "One more thing. If you take another half months break from school, the principal will definitely flip out." An Jili had a headache. This little princess train of thought was like a heavenly steed soaring through the skies[1], the sight of which would take people by surprise. "Oh. That old geezer can be coaxed but not coerced. Tell him this: my actions are for the sake of the Empire. It will also simultaneously disy our sincerity. Dont you think that I have an affinity for this?" Huiyin made a cute pose. However, this killer look had absolutely no effect on An Jili. She waspletely immune. After An Jili left, Lin Huiyin reyed the video of the battle. Her advisors had all said that it was because the opposition was too weak, and this allowed for an easy victory against 5 opponents. There was nothing exceptional about the fight. However, Huiyin did not feel that that was the case. Huiyins thoughts shifted to her pitiful cousin, Aina. Although Aina was a direct descendant of the royal family, she had no freedom at all. A life in a cage held no meaning. Then again, if Aina wasnt there, the one suffering would have been Huiyin herself. Lin Huiyin reminded herself to do something nice for her cousin as a form of thanks. No matter what, Huiyin had achieved record-breaking results with hertest song. It even had the added bonus of quieting down her critics. Back in his CT pod, Rainbow still made no motion of getting up. He was re-watching the video intensely. The more he watched, the more surprised he was. As a SWAT team leader, he had amplebat experience and had prepared ordingly. He had almostpletely predicted the enemys movements. However, he did not expect the opponent to surpass him by such an extent. The enemy must have meticulously prepared for their encounter. It was truly terrifying. Unless... if Skeleton were simply reacting to the situation... that would have been even more terrifying. What kind of training did Skeleton have to undergo to allow him to make decisions under such pressure? Wargod No. 1. Suddenly, Rainbows interest had also been aroused. In the dormitory, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun had not rested. They had decided to divide the responsibility of managing the Skeleton Corps in two. Each individual had to settle a stack of applications. Whilst reading over the details of new recruits, a familiar ID attracted their attention. ... Little Red Noob? Rainbow could only let out a bitter smile. You were a little noob. Your entire family was filled with noobs. However, if he wanted to join, he would need their approval. "I am Rainbow. I was wondering if I could join the Skeleton Corps." "Of course you can. We wee all experts!" Chen Xiu said excitedly. The Skeleton Corp was full of noobs. Everyone often fought together and lost together. They needed experts to guide them. Needless to say, Rainbow was a true expert. The Corps was taking a major step forward by attracting CT experts. Upon entering, Rainbow discovered that the Skeleton Corps had over ten thousand members, with arge percentage of them consistently active and online. The moment he entered, a group of people immediately asked him to guide them. He had originally thought that he would be mocked and shunned for losing. But instead, everyone had greeted him with enthusiasm, hoping to learn and improve from Rainbows own battle with Skeleton. This was first-hand information from a participant. [1] Idiomatic expression meaning bold and imaginative. Chapter 43: New Weather’s Rhythm Chapter 43: New Weathers Rhythm Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Rainbow nonchntly vocalized his thoughts. "With my experience gained from years in the Special Forces, to reach such a standard would mean that he is very likely an expert from the army. However, what I dont understand is why he would want to be here." The Skeleton Corps burst out in excited chatter. It seemed like Rainbow was not a rich kid as originally thought; rather, he was a member of the Special Forces. This truly shocked the group of children. If one thought about it, not everyone could execute the Double Wave Certain Kill Array. The reason why Rainbow was so rxed was that his normal training was just too stifling. As a mecha warrior, when facing enemies that he could not control, he would opt to suppress them elegantly. However, when he fought against Skeleton, simple techniques were sufficient to beat his opponent, but Rainbow did not choose to take the easy route to victory, and that cost him the battle. Despite being the first of Skeletons rivals to join the Skeleton Corps, he was treated like a celebrity. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun had been extremely busy with work, but Little Red Noob was just too interesting of an individual, and as such they promoted him to the role of an administrator in the Skeleton Corps. With arge group of people encouraging him to take on the administrator role, including a fan group that had a crush on him, Little Red Noob caved to the pressure and eventually agreed. Taking on the administrator role was akin to being thrown into a deep ocean once he had entered the Corps. Back in the Mathematics Department, Masasi was in a single bed dormitory. It was precisely what he had requested for. "Hey, Masasi, are you having fun on Earth? I am so bored here on Mars. Martians are just too barbaric. I really envy those who have gone to other star systems. Why are we so unlucky to have been sent here?" Masasis Skylink depicted a man with short, ck hair. The two of them seemed to be very close. This was Masasis friend, Lear. "Earth is beautiful. It lookspletely different whenpared to seeing it from the Moon." Lear was quick to rebut that statement. "F*ck, other than the fact that it was the birthce of mankind, what is so beautiful about it? With our qualifications, why are we forced to stay behind in the Sr System? Our colleagues could leave to venture out to other ces! Our Boss is just too despicable." Masasi gave him a wry smile. "I dont really understand whats going on in Mars, but judging by the situation, Earth does not seem to be all that bad." "What? It cant be. Earth is inferior to Mars. What could be worth your attention? I feel that Boss is just wasting his time there." Much to the disagreement of the younger generation, in truth, the standards of living in the Sr System were not very high. However, rtively speaking, the standards of living on the Moon were even worse as they were dependent on Earth for supplies and resources. Although the Moon possessed ample strength, it was still too small and limited by its scarce natural resources. That year, the Sr Systems glory was disyed to the entire Milky Way Alliance; however, the Moon was not able to show off their true capabilities. Yet, in terms of human talent and skill, the Moon was ranked in the top 10. "Historically, Earth has produced exceptional individuals. Even if they have declined in rankings and are no longer as prominent, Earth should not be treated with contempt. I recently encountered an interesting individual with abilities that rival my own," said Masasi. Lear looked shocked. "Youre kidding, right? Among the 8 of us, youre considered to be within the top 4! This person..." "Hehe, Im just waiting for an opportunity to confirm my suspicions." "Boss only gave us half a years worth of time. You have to make the most of this time!" Lear smiled before turning off his Skylink. Meanwhile in the Pan-Milky Way Gxy Military School Alliance, the Milky Way Alliance had upied the most important role. It was tasked with overseeing each respectives talent and human resources. In a time of peace, other than readinesspetitions, the key thing was to ensure that talented individuals strove against each other so as to continually improve the overall standard of intellect. The Moon was usually the representative for the Sr System each year; however, they were unable to achieve any significant results. Ever since then, the Sr System has continued to deteriorate and thus they decided to implement a new n. Masasi was part of the team to do so. This was also the reason why he was on Earth. Originally, they had decided against selecting Ares College. Among the 3 Military Colleges of Earth, it was ranked the lowest. However, Mi Lu made the decision to pick Ares College. Ever since Masasi arrived, he had nothing but bad things to say about Ares College. The teaching standards were behind the times and, frankly speaking, grossly inefficient. The course curriculum did not interest him either. Even the facilities werecking! It was understandable that Ares College was unable topete with the best. As a military school, the facilities for physical training were insufficient and the gravity on the was weak. Furthermore, the condition of the gic conditioning auxiliary facilities waspletely uneptable! Their software and hardware were also inferior. Naturally, the college would be lesspetitive over time. Mars faced a simr situation. However, because the environment on Mars was vicious and thepetition was fierce, Martian battle capabilities tended to be slightly stronger. Being the pioneer wasnt bad, but most of them were all brawn and no brains. Turning on his Skylink, information on a specific individual popped out with arge amount of extra information on the side. This was Masasis primary aim ining to Earth. This individual was none other than Zhang Long from the Zeus Military College. His family owned Earthsrgest political and economic conglomerate. The Moon was not the only one striving for power; Earth was also full of individuals who did so as well. Comparatively, the urge to strive for power was significantly more pressing for those on Earth. The amount of publicly avable information on Zhang Long was extremely shocking and practically unbelievable. Yet, Earthlings did like to brag and no one could confirm if what was said was true. This n could not afford to fail. Wang Zheng was considered a pleasant surprise. Could it be that Mi Lus Ability X was pointing him towards Ares College? Perhaps his X factor ability was to discover more talented individuals. Regardless of his discovery of Wang Zheng, Masasi still had his primary objective to fulfil. He needed to pay a visit to Zhang Long. Back at the MMA Club, Wang Zheng was training as usual. The ce which Masasi had felt was very backward and primitive could be considered a heaven to Wang Zheng. Although Bonehead was very sly, Wang Zheng still felt very happy that he could contact Bonehead. His parents werent around. The Old Merchant had also left him. The only one he could really talk to was Bonehead. In truth, Bonehead and the Old Merchant were quite simr; they both enjoyed ruining other peoples hobbies. "What has made you so happy?" Meng Tian asked. "Nothing much." "The principal is looking for you. I rmended you. With your abilities, you will definitely be a core member," replied Meng Tian. "What?" "When school starts every year, on the first month, the three military colleges evaluate and test their students. This year we happen to be in charge of organizing the event where the three colleges wille together topete. Zeus and Apollo will each dispatch a team. The freshmen will be the main attraction, while the senior students will just be the side show. For this year, the President will lead the team," Meng Tian exined. Wang Zheng seemed very busytely, but Meng Tian was unsure of what he was busy with. It was like he had a lot of issues to settle. "Hehe, having the opportunity topete with experts will definitely be a good thing." "Thepetition will involve everything we know... additionally, we will also get topete with real mechs!" It could be seen that Meng Tian was also looking forward to it. Such an event could be considered a real battle! "Really? This event is that extravagant?" Wang Zheng seemed slightly distracted. How many mecha would be destroyed in such apetition? "Its not what you think. Although they will be using real mecha, they will be outfitted with training systems." Meng Tian let out a wry smile. The person in front of her was truly ignorant and ill-informed at times. The training system could assign values to the damage dealt and apply the impact on the mecha ordingly if it surpassed a specific threshold. For example, if the damage dealt to the right limb of a mech exceeded a specific value, the right limb would be disabled. If the damage dealt surpassed the protective value of the energy shield, the battle would immediately end. It wasparable to a normal battle. However, even then, the price for carrying out such apetition would still be exorbitantly expensive. Only if a was considered rich in the Milky Way Alliance would such mock battles be amon urrence. All of this had aroused Wang Zhengs interest. If the CT emtion was already so sweet, riding a real mech would truly be exciting. "Do you have any experience in mechs?" "Does CT count?" Wang Zheng asked. Meng Tian stared at him, "Of course not! Controlling an actual mech is significantly different than that of a game. Looks like you being part of the team might be a problem." Wang Zheng rolled his eyes. From a person who was content with instant noodles three meals a day, if he was able to use mecha as a form of transportation, would that not be like a fantasy story? "Boss! Boss! Ah, Student Meng Tian, youre here too," Yan Xiaosu shouted as he barged in. After seeing Meng Tian, he paused to stare at her as though no one else was there. As it was extremelyte at night, Wang Zheng and Meng Tian were the only two people left in the gym. In front of Wang Zheng, Meng Tian did not usually pay much attention to what she wore. A simple T-shirt graced her voluptuous curves, especially that slender waist. If anyone saw it, their noses would surely bleed. As the training was intense, she had naturally sweated a significant amount. Even though she was in exercise shorts, the sight stunned Yan Xiaosu. As though she could not bear the gaze of Yan Xiaosu, Meng Tian excused herself from the conversation and exited into an adjacent room to train. Yan Xiaosu quickly grabbed Wang Zheng. "Boss, no wonder you joined the MMA Club! Thepensation is unparalleled!" "What is it?" Yan Xiaosu smiled sweetly as he fished out a letter. Once Wang Zheng saw the object, he couldnt help but feel nervous. "You cant possibly want me to deliver yet another love letter, right?" Wang Zheng felt as though his head was going to explode. Yan Xiaosu nodded his head vigorously as he grinned. No wonder they were brothers; they were basically telepathic! "Go and send it yourself. Girls like guys who are brave." "Its for An Mei! Im not close to her, and it would not be good for me to give her the letter directly. This is just an invitation letter, and having someone who is more familiar with her would increase the odds of sess. When I confess, I assure you, I will set the stage appropriately! It will be a sight to behold!" said Yan Xiaosu. "I have only ever met her once." Wang Zheng had nothing to say. Thest time this happened, the oue was quite pitiful. "Let me help you then," Meng Tian said as she walked over. An exercising girl would exude a charm of her own. Once again, Yan Xiaosu was stunned. Then, upon thinking she might end up as his sister-inw, he snapped back to his senses. "Sis-inw, its all up to you!" Meng Tian was absolutely shocked by his reply, and her cheeks flushed red. Yan Xiaosu then gave her a subtle thumbs up. This was what it meant to hide something well! When did he manage to snag this beautiful ice queen? "Scram!" Wang Zheng lifted his leg to kick Yan Xiaosu, but his friend had ran out of the gym. Yet at this moment, Yan Xiaosus head reappeared out from the frame of the door. "Sis-inw, Boss is a virgin! Its as though he has just been freshly assembled from the factory! Perfect quality is assured!" Student Wang felt as though he had been struck by lightning. This bastard had to have his mouth removed! Meng Tian couldnt help but let out a smile. She had never met such an outrageous person. "Your friend seems quite interesting. Even though your personalities are so different, you can still get along so well." "Actually, I feel like I have been tricked by him into joining his dubious ventures. His mouth just never stops bbering." "Its Yan Xiaosu after all, the most influential figure of the Trade and Commerce Department," replied Meng Tian. Wang Zheng stared nkly. "The most influential figure? Him?" "Middle school and college arepletely different worlds. Even if others did not like this sort of personality in middle school, in college, he is like a fish in water. He is currently coordinating with the schools numerousrge societies to organize an event. Whether he is sessful or not is one thing, but practically everyone knows of him." Meng Tian replied very naturally. Conversely, Wang Zheng seemed to be a strange person; he didnt even know of such a thing. Wang Zheng didnt even care about the things happening around him; one would not even have to mention things like "influence." However, deep down, he was extremely happy for Xiaosu. That bastard had finally made his mark. It was great! "Do you feel that it will work out?" "I dont know the sort of person An Mei likes, but we have talked about him before. He has also gone to the Drama Club before, and rumors say that he yed a nasty trick on the president." "Thats good. At least he has had made an impression. Would you help me out and do this favor for him? Even if An Mei doesnt like him, when he is rejected, try and be tactful about it when you deliver her response." Some things did not have to be experienced more than once. If it happened often, it would no doubt cause issues to arise. Under Meng Tians curious prodding, Wang Zheng exined what had previously happened with Yue Jing. Meng Tian nodded her head. "She has eyes but cannot see the pearls in front of her." Chapter 44: Return Chapter 44: Return Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Unknowingly, the distance between the two had shrunk. It has to be said that Wang Zheng used to be tormented by Bonehead. In fact, because of Bonehead, Wang Zheng felt a slight aversion to beautiful girls. In his mind, Wang Zheng conjured up an image of Bonehead wearing makeup so as to help himself focus and not be distracted. However, a beautiful girl was still a beautiful girl regardless. Meng Tian had an amazing body, and there was nothing wrong with her features. She had wless, snow-white skin, and other than her cold personality, she was truly a beauty that anyone would fall in love with at first sight. Even if Wang Zheng was slow to react, he would eventually sumb to the other partys charm. However, by the time, Wang Zheng could feel it. Meng Tian hurriedly stood up. "Im going to go first. I will help your friend pass the letter to An Mei. Dont worry about it." After reassuring Wang Zheng, she rushed towards the female changing rooms. Even Wang Zheng could feel that her heart was clearly quite flustered. Dear Student Wang rubbed his nose. Was he that scary? To the students of Ares College, the uing month would definitely be the most exciting one by far. Firstly, it was an event between the three military colleges. This year it would be held in Ares College, and it was rare that there would be a full confrontation with blood boiling battles! It was something everyone looked forward to! The students of Ares College were particrly excited as this years freshmen included Masasi and Carl. Because of these two extraordinary individuals, Ares Colleges teams strength had improved explosively. There was a good chance that they would be able to realize Old Thirds ten-thousand-year destiny. The second and also most important thing was that Lin Huiyin would be performing a concert in Beijing. In the entire Sr System, she only chose to perform on Earth and specifically in Beijing. This caused all of her numerous fans to be extremely excited. Of course, the fans included the three in the dormitory and Wang Zhengs best buddy, Yan Xiaosu. To the princeling Student Yan, he would spare no expense to grab a ticket. However, up till now, only news of the concert was made avable. Ticketing had yet to start, but the fans would inevitably be waiting anxiously. However, the problem was that Lin Huiyin was just too popr. Although the younger generation was full of rebellious individuals, Huiyins sweet princess image had captivated countless hearts. Everyone aspired to be a badass while hoping others were just quiet individuals who wouldnt dare to stand out. The new song was one that had a very gant style to it. For Lin Huiyins previous concerts, the venues were typically bursting with people. This time, the concert would be in Beijing with the headlining song being NOT AFRAID. It was rumored that the inspiration for the song hade from Earth. Students loved to engage in bustling activity, and this exciting festival was no exception. Yan Xiaosu happily called Wang Zheng on his Skylink, telling him that An Mei had agreed to his invitation. After merely meeting once, it seemed as though An Mei was quite different from Yue Jing. Even if his confession was unsessful, it was unlikely that she would put him on the spot. For the purpose of this prestigious interschool event, the school had to pick out outstanding talent topete against the other schools. Despite an equal number of spots allocated for freshmen and seniors, the main point of the exchange was to test the freshmens talent. Masasi and Carl were both freshmen but were without a doubt part of the main force. Wang Zheng was picked as the substitute for the team. Although Wang Zhengs military training wasnt bad, a training exercise could not be considered sufficient experience, because a real battle was apletely different situation. The other two had often experienced suchpetitions, and as such, selecting them was to be expected. But for someone without prior battle experience, being selected as a substitute was already very shocking. Other than him, Zhang Shan was selected as another substitute. The two of them were representatives from the Physics Department, which was also the first time something like this had happened. Captain: Ma Xiao Official Members: Jiang Bin, Masasi, Carl, Meng Tian Substitutes: Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan, Guan Tao The individuals who were chosen for this event every year would have special attention paid to them by the school. This years event was even more lively as Masasi and Carls strength had given the school a hope for victory. Even though Ma Xiao was considered an expert, a lone hero could not hold back a pack of wolves; his individual ability was not sufficient to allow him to dominate thepetition. With Masasi and Carl assisting him, Ma Xiao felt his confidence increase. Especially since he had personally tested the twos battle capabilities, he had felt extremely confident. The remaining time left for training was meant to improve the teams ability to work together, as well as for personal training to ensure that the team wouldpete in peak physical condition. Guan Tao was originally in the official line up, but he was reced by Meng Tian. However, this was expected as the tournament was originally intended for the freshmen. Furthermore, when Guan Tao hadpeted with Meng Tian, he had lost three times in a row! Ma Xiao had to make a decision. As Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan showed excellent performance during military training, they were chosen as the substitutes of the team. Such a line up was already sufficient. The trainingsted from 7 PM to 9 PM every night with Teacher Zhuo Mu from the Mecha Department supervising. Zhuo Mu had graduated from Ares College and was the trump card of the Army. However, as he had lost one of his legs in a battle, he retired as a battle instructor. He was a teacher with a unique "personality," and in truth he was quite cruel. He would fly into a terrible rage whenever someone failed, and this often resulted in the school receiving numerousints. However, he had suppressed theints with his own abilities. Yet, the fact was that if results could not be produced, it would be hard to say if he could continue to stay in the school. Guan Tao whispered, "One has to be calm to deal with Steel Leg Zhuo. Regardless of what he says, just imagine hes just making fart noises." Guan Tao was quite close to the rest with the exception of Ma Xiao and Jiang Bin. Zhang Shan was in a festive mood; with Wang Zheng together with him, Zhang Shan treated the training regime as an excursion with a buddy. After half an hour, Zhuo Mu finally hobbled his way into the ssroom. One of his legs was fitted with a steel prosthetic and his footsteps were uneven, clinking as he walked along. Zhuo Mu scoffed at the eight of them before looking at Ma Xiao. "Why are you still here? Looks like Ares College iscking people." Ma Xiao looked embarrassed. He was in his 4th year and by right should not be eligible for the interschoolpetition. However, it was unavoidable as Ares College was severelycking in experts. With regards to Jiang Bin and Guan Tao, Zhuo Mupletely ignored the two of them. However, Jiang Bin and Guan Tao did not take offense at his treatment of them; they had long be used to his attitude. . Using Steel Leg Zhuos own words, "Crop after crop, disappointment year after year." "I suppose you two are the ones not from Earth. I heard your strength isnt bad. However. this is Ares Colleges fight! Are you willing to participate on behalf of Ares College?" asked Steel Leg Zhuo. Carl grinned arrogantly. "Competing casually will be enough! What is the point of being serious for such a small-timepetition?" Steel Leg Zhuo then turned to Masasi. "Do you feel the same way?" "I am currently a student of Ares College. Naturally I will put in all my effort to fight for Ares College. You can rest assured about this, Teacher," replied Masasi. Zhuo Mu nodded his head before pointing at Carl. "You. You can leave now." Carl stared nkly. "Hey, you old bastard, did you make a mistake? Did you just ask me to leave?" "If you dont want to leave, I can throw you out myself," replied Zhuo Mu nonchntly. "You old bastard, do you think I wouldnt dare to hit you?!" After saying that, Carl immediately rushed towards Zhuo Mu, but Zhuo Mu just lifted his leg. Bang! Carl screamed in pain. Bitch! That was alloyed metal! If a normal limb was to collide with it... Zhuo Mu had indeed thrown Carl out of the doorway before closing the door. The room had seven people left. Ma Xiao and the rest looked at each other. They were doomed! Carl was one of their key members! Without him, the team had basically lost half of its fighting strength. "I dont oppose anyone bing a hero. However, one has to have a sense of team honor. Regardless of where you mighte from, since you are a student of Ares College, you have to fight for your colleges glory. With regards to anything else, you can talk about it after this." After Zhuo Mu finished speaking, he icily stared at the group in front of him. "Meng Tian, I dont care about your background. In the team, there will be no gender separation. Are you sure you want to join in our training?" "Yes, Teacher!" Meng Tian replied without hesitation. "How are there two brats from the Physics Department?" "Teacher Zhuo, although I might be from the Physics Department, I have the heart of one from the Mecha Department!" replied Zhang Shan. This bastard was literally stealing his lines. "I am willing to fight for the college," replied Wang Zheng. "Excellent, we can head out. Follow me." The group followed him outside to realize... there was a space shuttle awaiting them. What was he trying to do? Wasnt it a nightly training from 7 PM to 9 PM? Wasnt he going to follow established practices? Ma Xiao had a bad feeling about it. Although they did previously mention that they would be doing the real thing, could it be that they would start immediately... After that event, Carl immediately left the college and returned to Mars. Although the principal had tried his best to get him to stay, he was unable to change Carls mind. Frankly, ever since Carl had arrived on Earth, he was looking for an opportunity to leave. He was unable to find an opportunity to properlypete with Masasi, as his rival was simply uninterested. Furthermore, the atmosphere was unsuitable for Carl. It was perfect that he could use this situation as an excuse to leave. To Ares College, losing him was a terrible situation, especially since Carls mech piloting abilities were quite decent. Although Wang Zheng and the rest were taken away, their course materials were recorded in the form of videos for them to slowly catch up when time was avable. Back in the dormitory 007, Chen Xiu, Yao Ailun, and Yan Xiaosu were anxiously taking care of their Skeleton Corps. The three of them were extremely active; Chen Xiu even frequently answered questions and guided noobs. Especially when it came to theoretical knowledge, he was exceptionally proficient in it. "Brother Xiu, I used to learn from high-level battle videos, but I would still lose pitifully. However, ever since I started watching Skeleton Gods battle videos... I have been losing even more pitifully than before!" asked yer I Must Be A God. Chen Xiu was stunned. "What have you been using?" "Of course the Wargod No. 1. Its such an all rounded mech that it is essential for bing a god!" Without waiting for Chen Xius reply, the audience burst into raucousughter. This funny bastard. Chen Xiu did not know whether tough or to cry. "When things are going your way, you might be able to win. However, ones ability to battlees from learning from experience. Other than having the skills to do so, one must practice often to achieve sess." "Now we willmence the third mech analysis lesson. The Model 3 Ice Racer mechs specialty lies in..." Chen Xiu and Yao Ailuns mech analysis had improved significantly. It covered both the strengths and weaknesses of the mech and also included reys of high level battles involving the mech. They hoped that one day, the Wargod No. 1 would be able topete with the high level mechs. As of now, even Wang Zheng did not know where he had been shipped to. It looked like he had been brought to a military barracks. Steel Leg Zhuo seemed extremely familiar with the ce. Valiant soldiers could be seen all around, and the group of them looked like innocentmbs inparison. "F*ck. Where is this ce? It seems so dark and foreboding." Zhang Shan frowned. He felt that the situation was not looking very positive. Zhang Shan was starting to regret his decision. He was a genius of the Physics Department, so he should have been enjoying life with beautiful women, but instead he was here. "Do you know where we are, Seniors?" asked Masasi. Ma Xiao shrugged his shoulders. "Dont ask me; this is also my first time here. We will have to adapt to the situation. Looks like the old bastard is ying for keeps this time." With the memory of the previous military training, everyone snapped to attention. However, this time things were different; there was nothing here. Furthermore, everyone was given their own room. "Comprehensive training starts tomorrow. Rest well tonight, as you will get no further chance to do so," said Zhuo Mu as he walked away. How could someone sleep peacefully after hearing such words? Chapter 45: Thinking Of You Chapter 45: Thinking Of You Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Everyone returned to their own rooms. Wang Zheng was no exception and very quickly fell asleep. In the dead of the night, the Rubiks Cube in Wang Zhengs chest suddenly began to glow. A faint beam of light shone out, and a wave band was emitted. The sound made waspletely different from a normal one. Weapons System Detected ... Entering... Analysing... Unknown Civilisation, Rank B. Determined to have value in analysis Implementing Perfect Super Wargod n! The bases mainframeputer suddenly vaguely lit up for a brief moment, for barely a second before it went back to normal. This small anomaly did not catch anyones attention. During the second days roll call, everyone had arrived except for Wang Zheng, who waste. Zhuo Mu waved his hand. "No need to bother with him. The rest of you will continue with the special training." Meng Tian and Zhang Shan nced at each other in surprise. They both understood Wang Zhengs personality. How could he ever bete? In his room, Wang Zheng was currently in a deep slumber. Even after he was awakened by the soldiers, he was still extremely dizzy. He could not continue with the training and was thus removed from the special training. Wang Zheng felt extremely helpless. He did not know what was wrong with his body. What had the Rubiks Cube done to him? It was as though it had sucked his energy and he had no strength left in his entire body. He wanted to call out Skeleton for an exnation of the situation, but instead he chose to endure it. Poor Wang Zheng, who had been sent back to school, only wanted to sleep, and he spent each day in a half-awake state. Yao Ailun was a nerd and Chen Xiu was a minor, so neither of them had any experience in taking care of others. However, Wang Zheng often felt someone cing a hot towel on his forehead and wiping off his sweat. When he opened his eyes, he saw Ye Zisu by his side. "... Why am I in the females dormitory?" "Brother Zheng, we are in our own dormitory, 007. Student Zisu has been taking care of you for the past two days. You have been in a daze the whole time. When we brought you for a checkup, they said that you had overexerted yourself. What did they do in the special training? Are they trying to mess your body up? We Physics Department students are not suited for such things!" Chen Xiu said in a concerned tone. Just by looking at Zhang Shans body, one could see that it was fierce and unyielding. However,pared to him, Wang Zhengs body did not seem to be suited for special training and thus he was afflicted with this problem. Wang Zheng let out a bitter smile. He didnt even have the chance to attempt the special training. Bitch, once he fully recovered he would definitely summon Bonehead and get him to exin himself. Wang Zheng struggled to sit up, and his entire body throbbed with a dull ache. Ye Zisu immediately helped him up. "Ah, you! You dont need to strain yourself. You wont be fat just by eating an extra mouthful![1]" "Thank you." Other than that, Wang Zheng did not know what else to say. Ye Zisu let out a slight smile. "Why are you being so polite to me? We are friends, and taking care of people is a girls natural ability." Cough "When will I be able to get a friend like this?" Yao Ailun asked enviously. "Older Sister Zisu, youre extremely pretty. If I was Brother Zheng, I would definitely choose to chase you," Chen Xiu naively and guiltlessly said. Wang Zheng had no energy at all. If not, he would definitely have punched that bastard. He definitely said that on purpose. Ye Zisu shook her head. "He already has someone he likes." Wang Zheng stared nkly at her. He did? How did he not even know himself? However, looking at Ye Zisus gaze, Wang Zheng suddenly realized who she was referring to. He helplessly shrugged his shoulders; it waspletely impossible to be together with her. Xiao Shi was not actually Xiao Shi. Bang The door was kicked open, then a single individual rushed in energetically. It was Professor Xiao Fei. "Wang Zheng, you little bastard! You dare to skip my ss... Ah, what happened to you?" Xiao Fei stared nkly at the pale-faced Wang Zheng. "I heard you were removed from the special training. How could Steel Leg Zhuo mess you up to this extent?!" Wang Zheng hurriedly waved his hands. "It has nothing to do with Teacher Zhuo. My body just couldnt handle it." "Didnt I already tell you before? Youre not meant for physicalbor. So long as you focus on a single path, that is enough. You dont need to take any detours." Xiao Fei sighed. Dear Student Wang did not know whether tough or to cry. Xiao Fei then began to size up Ye Zisu. "Not bad. Is she your girlfriend? Tsk tsk, your standards arent bad." Ye Zisu stood up. "Hello Professor Xiao Fei. I am Ye Zisu, his high school ssmate and his friend." This was not the first time that someone had misunderstood their rtionship. Wang Zheng felt slightly embarrassed. "Haha, Professor, she is just a friend." "Oh? A friend? Zisu, this little fellow isnt bad. You have to grab hold of him. In this day and age, 9 out of 10 guys are just weird. Go for him even if it doesnt work outter." The three male students in the dormitory broke out into cold sweat. Professor Xiao Fei was truly too ruthless. "Alls good. Theres someone taking care of you, so I will be taking my leave." Barely a few moments after Xiao Fei had left, Yan Xiaosu rushed in with a basket of fruits. Wang Zheng suddenly felt very fortunate. There were so many people who were concerned about him. Ye Zisu did not care about the others teasing, and she helped Wang Zheng peel the fruits. The other three continued to engage in chatter and gossip with Wang Zheng. The truth was that the vast majority of students had a very rxed and happy lifestyle. None of them were as focused as Wang Zheng. Everyone would have their own paths in the future and thus one should seek to enjoy their life in college. To attend sses, flirt with others, discuss hopes and dreams. This was the ideal college life. Although Wang Zhengs body hade out of the Rubiks Cube, his spirit was still left inside it. All he could do was to dream of ways to improve himself. Honestly, it was bad to ce himself under such pressure. On the other hand, the special training was not going smoothly either. Zhang Shan and Ma Xiao both aimed for Meng Tian, and they were particrly active in training. Despite that, Meng Tian still treated them with disdain. A man had to be a winner. To be frank, with Zhang Shans physique and reflexes, not going to the Mech Department could be considered a waste of talent. He and Wang Zhengs situations were quite simr. However, due to the "stunts" that Wang Zheng had pulled off, it had forced him into the situation he was in right now. Steel Leg Zhuo did not care about ones year in college; he aimed to use the special trainings results to determine the cings of the individuals, including the team leaders position. As a result, Ma Xiao was also forced to perform at 120%. Furthermore, he was a senior student, and if he were to be beaten by a junior, such an act would be truly humiliating. Truthfully speaking, he was under tremendous pressure. Merelypeting with the bull-like Zhang Shang was already a headache. In addition, he had to deal with Masasi. What made things worse was that Masasi was extremely interested in contending for the position of team leader. With regards to Wang Zheng, after being removed from the special training, he spent the entire day resting and had recovered almost 70 to 80% of his energy. As a result, he was just able to attend ss. Despite that, he tried to summon Bonehead but unfortunately, he could get no reaction out of the Rubiks Cube and thus he could only wait. In the Sagittarius System, Lin Huiyins tour group had already finished their preparations. However, Huiyin had received an extremely strange piece of news. Before a Princess undergoes hering of age ceremony, she would be allowed one request. So long as the request was not too outrageous, the royal family would definitely attempt to fulfil the request to the best of their abilities. It could be considered a blessing from the King himself. However, her cousin, Aina, had chosen to waste her request on something trivial. Aina very quickly realized that she could use this one special request to meet a certain someone. Huiyin wondered what kind of three headed, six-armed individual could possess such charisma in order to captivate her cousin. Xiao Feis lesson was in the morning, and many students were in attendance. Wang Zheng found a nice seat and sat down. If he was unable to make it for the lesson, then so be it. Since he was here, he would definitely sit in the front row to prevent the Professor from flipping out. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were still concerned about Wang Zhengs body, so the two of them were sitting on his left and right. "Brother Zheng, do you not want to rest for another day? You can ask for a day of leave from Professor Xiao." "I am not that weak. I am fine," Wang Zheng replied as heughed. "Wang Zheng, I rmend you focus on physics. After that you can find a beautiful girl and get into a meaningful rtionship with her. Enjoy the college student life! Why do you want to torture yourself? We are cultured individuals; we are not of the same breed as those barbarians. Ye Zisu treats you extremely well, she has no boyfriend, and her family is good to do! Even if you looked with antern, you would be unable to find one just like her! Dont be ignorant of the blessings around you!" Yao Ailun admonished. Frankly speaking, if any girl were to treat him as well as Ye Zisu treated Wang Zheng, he would definitely be unable to control himself. "Yeah! Brother Zheng, I guess you dont really like Meng Tian. Although Elder Sister Meng Tian has a fiery hot body, I think Ye Zisu is much gentler. Girls like her are the best!" Chen Xiu said earnestly. Wang Zheng could only bitterly smile. He wished he could beat the two of them to death. Perhaps he should put to rest those fantasies of his. What was done was done. He was merely an ordinary individual. Was it time to face reality? At this point in time, the noisy ssroom suddenly wentpletely silent. A girl walked into the ssroom while simultaneously ncing around. No one even so much as breathed. How could there be such a pretty girl? Even good-looking celebrities could not bepared to her! Just looking into her eyes would cause one to be absolutely captivated. Her beautiful visage perfectly framed her dazzling eyes. The ssroom was surprisingly quiet as everyone stared at the foreign girl. She was definitely not from Ares College. Such a beautiful girl would definitely have been noticed the moment she stepped into the college grounds! The girl looked as though she was looking for someone. At this point in time, everyone hoped that the one she was looking for was themselves. Despite wearing simple clothes, it could be felt that she possessed an unattainable aura of grandeur. The girls fist were clenched as though she was slightly nervous and anxious. Student Yao stared nkly at her. "She is truly a goddess. Heavens, how could such a beautiful girl exist!?" Chen Xiu, who was at the side, was simrly dazed. He was absolutely speechless. Even the self-pitying Student Wang raised his head and was simrly dazed. After shaking his head and rubbing his eyes, he eximed, "F*ck, am I hallucinating?" Wang Zheng had already buried such thoughts into the depths of his heart. When she was around, he did not feel anything. Only after she left did he feel a sense of longing for her. However, the distance between the two of them was just too vast. Wang Zheng was a reasonable person and thus he chose to bury those thoughts. Could it be that this sense of longing was a sickness? At longst the girl seemed to have found the person she was looking for. Step by step, she approached the trio. "Hello, fellow ssmate, could you please swap seats with me?" The girl asked when she stood in front of Yao Ailun. Dear Student Ailun could only nod his head like an airhead. "Why are you here?" Wang Zheng foolishly asked. It seemed as though he was not hallucinating. A familiar impulse surged up from the depths of his heart. Aina gave him a brilliant smile. "I missed you." Those three simple words seemed like thousands of words[2]. Wang Zheng grabbed Ainas hand, and at this moment, Xiao Fei walked in. After seeing the sight in front of her, she too was shocked and could only cough dryly several times. "This is Wang Shishi, she is an exchange student. I hope everyone can take care of her." Aina very naturally sat next to Wang Zheng. Their two gazes were interlocked, and it seemed as though nothing else mattered. Below the table, the two had not let go of each others hands. Instead, they were holding even more tightly to one another. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were absolutely petrified. What kind of world were they living in!? Professor Xiao Feis ss was usually exceptionally engaging. However, the fact was that the entire ss appeared distracted. Everyone frequently nced at the girl sitting in the first row. It was as though her back was just as seductive as her front. "How did your hair turn ck?" Wang Zheng asked, with a silly expression on his face. It felt as though he was dreaming. "I cant reveal my true identity," Aina replied as she lightly bit her lip, her heart pounding against her chest. The entire situation seemed as though he was in a dream. Yet the truth was that she was right in front of him yet again. [1] Idiomatic expression meaning that taking a step back would not actually cause any harm. [2] Idiomatic expression meaning that it was as though that a lot of things had been said. Chapter 46: Love is to Fool Around Together Chapter 46: Love is to Fool Around Together Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Crown Princesssing of age ceremony wish was to study at Ares College for three months. Although her wish seemed slightly strange, it did not vite any rules or regtions. Looking at it from a different angle, even if the truth was revealed, it would only benefit the rtionship between An and the Sol Federation. The Crown Princesss alias was Wang Shishi. Only the principal knew of her true identity. Gu Te was shocked giddy at the sudden good fortune. This was no different from winning the Milky Way lottery! Although her identity had to be kept a secret, after this was said and done, it would indubitably bring about good publicity. Instead of choosing the universes most prestigious academy in An, she chose to go to Ares College instead. Even if he was dreaming, he could not believe it! The two of them held each others hands tightly until the ss ended. What was even more fortunate was the fact that Xiao Fei did not tease the two of them, but instead watched them walk away with a strange expression on her face. Once the ss ended, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu could no longer sit nkly at the side. They could not tolerate it anymore. "Wang Zheng, how rude can you be? This beautiful girl... no, who might this beautiful goddess be? Wont you introduce her to your fellow brothers?" Dear Student Ailun was extremely regretful as he was not dressed in his best attire and therefore feltcking. "You can call me Wang Shishi. I am Wang Zhengs distantly rted cousin. We have no blood ties between us," Aina replied with a smile as she blinked her eyes. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu turned and looked at each other before looking into the sky and sighing deeply. "Wang Zheng, you are truly defying the heavens! I cant take it anymore!" "Brother Zheng, you have hidden yourself so deeply that when you revealed your true colors, it was absolutely frightening! Its time for you to treat us!" Wang Zheng gave them a wry smile. "Okay, no problems. We will do it tonight. My apologies, but please excuse us." The entire ss was gazing at them as Wang Zheng pulled Aina out of the ssroom. They were once separated by millions of miles. Wang Zheng did not even dare to dream of her. The higher his expectations, the greater the disappointment. However, she had actuallye back to him. "Am I dreaming?" Wang Zheng asked as he tightly clutched Ainas hand. He was worried that the moment he let go, she would just fade away. Aina lightly bit her lip. "Have you ever had such a realistic dream?" The two of them merely stood there and looked at each other. Wang Zheng knew that he was in love. Regardless of whatever status the girl in front of him possessed, regardless of what would happen, he only knew one thing: he loved Aina! The advantage of being in the colleges grounds was that it could provide a suitable ce and atmosphere for these two lovebirds to be together. Thest time they were separated, the two of them were merely friends. However, now that Aina had appeared again, they had broken through that barrier. Perhaps it was because the two of them felt that it would not be possible to have such an intense feeling ever again. When Aina had previously returned to An, she knew that what had passed was past. She could only treat it as a beautiful memory. However, the more she thought about it, the more she was unable to repress her feelings. All of the people around her only sought to sing praises about her beauty and stature, things which she wished to escape from. Why was it not possible? Why did she not take the initiative!? Thus, she came! "Why?" To be honest, even Wang Zheng did not understand why. He felt that he wasnt bad looking, but not so good looking that his looks could cause immense upheaval and chaos. Was it because he was talented? With Ainas looks, knowledge, and status, if she wanted it, the number of young geniuses that would attempt to court her would form a queue so long it would exceed the boundaries of the Sr System! "Its because youre the most foolish!" Aina replied. Foolishness? Could this even be counted as a good point? When a girl wanted to beplicated, she could be extremelyplicated. However, when a girl wanted to be direct, she could be extremely direct. Even when Wang Zheng did not know Ainas identity and situation, he was willing to lend a hand to help. Three hundred dors, even if it was three hundred million, it was nothing to a princess of An. However, this was everything to Wang Zheng. If a person was willing to give everything to you, what else could you want? In reality, it was not as though Aina had not tried to probe him. Even after seeing her face, Wang Zheng was still willing to act on behalf of her. It had truly stirred up her emotions. Even Aina was slightly embarrassed at that time. Though it has to be said that afterwards, Wang Zhengs immense knowledge had given Aina another shock. Furthermore, even in the face of an assassins attack, Wang Zhengs protection hadpletely captivated Ainas heart. This strange experience could have been written off as another story. Yet even though it seemed impossible for the two of them to be together again, it still managed to happen. It was a fairytalee true. Regardless of whether it was Ye Zisu or Meng Tian, both of them were extremely exceptional. However, as Aina took the only ce in his heart, Wang Zheng did not feel anything towards them. In a private space, the two of them burst into endless conversation. Aina did not stay in the college dormitories, but rather at the Shangri-La Grand Hotel. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun felt slightly confused as the two of them walked back to the dormitory. "Brother Ailun, is Brother Zheng an expert?" "What do you mean by an expert?" "A sage when ites to emotions! I always felt that he has hidden himself deeply. Why is it that there are no beautiful girls chasing me?" "Bitch, how old are you? Elder brother is still single!" Yao Ailun stared coldly at him. "Looks like I have to learn from Brother Zheng!" "That bastard is full of secrets. As a fellow brother in arms, we have to live and die together! Even if he already had a girlfriend, why did he only tell us now!" "Elder Sister Shishi has a very refined temperament. I have never, ever met such a graceful girl!" Chen Xiu shook his head slowly as he spoke. "That is an innate quality bestowed from birth! F*ck, we have to grasp this opportunity!" It has to be said that dear Student Ailun and Student Xiu had suffered yet another blow. They could not let it pass anymore! They had to deal him a vicious blow! It was a tradition that whoever had a girlfriend had to treat the others to a meal. Each day that passed with Aina around was like spending a day in heaven. The Rubiks Cube, Battle Energy, and whatnot all seemed so trivial when Aina was around. In the afternoon, Yan Xiaosu was shocked petrified for a whole five minutes. "Am I dreaming?" Student Xiaosu said as he pinched his own face. He could feel it, so it definitely wasnt a dream. Aina gave him a slight smile. "It has been a long time, Yan Xiaosu." The usually quick-witted Yan Xiaosu was absolutely dumbfounded at the scene. He briefly recovered and dragged Wang Zheng to the side. "Boss, what is happening? Have the heavens finally opened their eyes?" "What do you mean by the heavens opening their eyes? Aina... Shishi is currently studying in the Physics Department. Please remember to keep her identity a secret." Looking at Wang Zhengs face of extreme contentment and happiness, Yan Xiaosu also felt happy for him. His elder brother had been strong since young, his aim clear. However, Yan Xiaosu had always felt that his journey was just too weary. To live was to be happy. Ye Zisu and Meng Tian were exceptional individuals, and he did not know who Wang Zheng was truly waiting for. Yet, upon seeing Aina, it all made sense to Xiaosu. "Boss, you really are a bastard! Everything has been worth it!" He could see that Yan Xiaosu was truly happy for him. Wang Zheng patted Xiaosus shoulders. "You arent bad yourself. I heard your confession was sessful this time." "Well, somewhat. An Mei said that she has to consider for a period of time. Heh, shes still a girl; I just need to push her in the right direction and shes mine." Yan Xiaosu said confidently. Aina looked honored to be in his presence. Student Xiaosu was one who was always full of gestures. However, the group dynamics would no longer the same; it would be two on two. Yan Xiaosu had also brought his other half. In the cafeteria, An Mei constantly swept her electrifying and fiery eyes up and down Ainas figure. Even if she used a microscope, she would be unable to find any ws with Aina. How could this world have such a girl? From her appearance to her bearing, all of it could be summed up in one word C wless. An Mei at this point felt indignant on behalf of Ye Zisu. What great qualities did Wang Zheng possess? What arrogance! He would even dare to bully someone like Ye Zisu! When the girls had their midnight gossiping sessions, they talked about anything and everything. With Wang Zhengs capability and looks, he was able to get close to Ye Zisu. Even ones ancestors would be furious at such a sight! Wang Zheng was clearly out of Ye Zisus league! Who could imagine yet another beautiful girl chasing after Wang Zheng? An Mei turned to Xiaosu. "Tyrant Su, why are you quiet today? Not hearing you brag about yourself seems very unnatural." An Mei also felt that something was strange. She and Yan Xiaosu had already gone on several dates. This person was very interesting and had numerous things to talk about. His family background could be considered decent, except for the fact that they sold sanitary napkins. However, Yan Xiaosu was a confident and unbridled individual, and An Mei really liked that about him. A self-confident and humorous boy could indeed attract the interest of girls. However, this fellow truly liked to brag; in fact, the way he bragged was very amusing. "Tyrant Su?" Wang Zheng stared nkly at him before bursting out inughter. Giving Xiaosu a thumbs up, he said, "An Mei, you seem to have discovered his true self. Looks like he wont be able to escape from your grasp." Yan Xiaosu coughed dryly several times. He couldnt just act like a pretentious prick, he had to gauge the situation first. To brag in front of the Princess of An? Even if dear Student Yan had thicker skin, he still wouldnt do so. An Mei smiled at hisment before directing the conversation at Aina. "Shishi, wee to Ares College. As Zisus good friend and Xiaosus girlfriend, I have to say that you need to be careful. You and Wang Zheng arent a good fit." Yan Xiaosu tugged at An Mei but was given a vicious stare in return. Wang Zheng and Aina nced at each other quickly; they both felt indescribably happy and burst out into smiles. Aina loved this part of Wang Zheng. He did not care about her status, and she could see in his gaze that he truly did not care about her identity and only liked her for who she was. It was that simple. That pure. This heartfelt connection was mutually understood; it was something others could never understand. As this was the case, An Mei felt even more indignant on behalf of Ye Zisu. "Brother, it looks like mypetitors are numerous. Will you give up on me?" Aina asked warmly. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu looked at each other. Who would have expected Aina to have such a childish side to her? Wang Zhengs heart felt like it was going to melt. Yan Xiaosu immediately tried to smooth things over. "You should know Ye Zisu. We were all ssmates in middle school, all alumni of Dawn Middle School. Thus, the three of us are considered to be close." An Mei angrily flicked Yan Xiaosus head with a finger. "Look at what you are saying. You should no longer be called Tyrant Su in the future. You should be known as Softy Su instead!" This fellow was usually as arrogant as the heavens, but when ced in front of a beautiful girl, he would lose all of his imposing mannerisms. An Mei no longer pursued the topic at hand. She began to ramble and talk about girly things. Although Wang Shishi did not usually speak much, when they started talking about branded goods, she was extremely clear about it. However, when Shishi started to talk about some other brands, An Mei had never even heard of some them! Indeed, it would seem that An was slightly more advanced in the cosmetics industry, and thus the girls who lived there knew a bit more. After finishing their coffee and excusing themselves from the group date, An Mei dragged Tyrant Su to the side. "Your elder brother is a yboy. He actually dares to get involved with three girls simultaneously! Are you the same as him?" Yan Xiaosu burst out into cold sweat. "How could this be? Boss and I only care for one girl!" "Tsk. In our dormitory, Ye Zisu and Meng Tian are already grappling in the dark! It resulted in Du Qingqing and I being faced with an endless headache. Furthermore, he promised to be a model for the Art Club, but up till now he has not done so!" said An Mei. Although Yan Xiaosu seemed tormented, deep down he was extremely happy. It was truly a reversal of fortunes. Back in middle school, the two of them were like the weeds growing at the side of the road; no one gave them a second look. However, now that they were in college, they had reced their bird guns with cannons[1]. Especially Bosss rapid transformation; he didnt just grow wings, he turned into a space shuttle! This feeling of respect was as deep as the River Taotao. "Boss has been busy with special training and thus definitely forgot about it. Dont worry, I will remind him. Since the words have been spoken, they will definitely be done. If he isnt free, I will go on behalf of him," Yan Xiaosu said as he patted his chest. [1] ǹڨC Bird gun bes a cannon means that they have improved tremendously Chapter 47: Comeback Chapter 47: Comeback Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "How dare you! Your true intention is to seduce the pretty girls in the art society!" "Of course not; only you would treat me like a treasure." Yan Xiaosuughed. An Mei loved Yan Xiaosus personality and she believed a boys charmy in this. But to be honest, Yan Xiaosu wasntcking in any of the other departments either. He was born in an eptable family and his personal life was satisfactory. So wherever he went, An Mei was proud of him. "Who is this Wang Shishi? Where did shee from? When I return to the city, I will have to report that thisdy is too beautiful and elegant for Wang Zheng!" An Mei said. "How could she be as beautiful as our Meimei? Shes inferiorpared to you." Yan Xiaosu spoke with his conscience. "Tsk, Ill give it to your silver-tongue, but if you are trying to change topics, it is futile. Be honest and dont tell me you dont know!" An Mei pinched Yan Xiaosus loin. "She is Wang Zhengs distant rtive who visited Earth before. Perhaps she thought that the Earths environment was refreshing, so she decided to transfer over." Student Yan Xiaosu upheld his brotherly loyalty. An Mei nodded. "An girls are certainly quite elegant... even though she wore an ordinary dress, it was enough. How is she any better than Zisu? You guys dont have the eyes for girls!" An Mei hit all of them with a stick and Yan Xiaosuughed bitterly as he cried out, "Boss, we brothers have been unjustly med on multiple asions because of you." On their way back, Aina didnt talk about the potential rivals. It was not because Aina thought that she was advantageous, but rather she understood Wang Zheng. Although the time they spent together wasnt very long, it was love at first sight that kept them going. The physics ss in the afternoon finished rtively quickly for Wang Zheng. To him, the definition of time had lost its meaning when Aina was around. After school, both of them would surely be on a date, and Aina wanted Wang Zheng to battle! As the Princess of An, Aina hade across skilled fighters. The An empire was not short of elite warriors. After the ban of the extremist group, the famous killer that was from there could not even deal with a single blow from Wang Zheng. This made Aina extremely curious about the circumstances of Wang Zheng. As for Skeletons battle history, Yan Xiaosu was thoughtless enough to have forgotten all about it. Aina, however, remembered it clearly. It was kept by her side in An, when she was always surrounded by people and had little freedom. It was during battles that Wang Zheng was the most charismatic. As for his ID, Wang Zheng did not have the intention at all to hide it from Aina. When Wang Zheng entered CT, Aina wanted to observe, so naturally he felt the need to perform well. Once Skeletons ID was connected into the system, countless notifications started to buzz. Rainbow would wait for him whenever he was online. His brothers often ridiculed him; he was going to get kicked out of the police force if he continued having such a ck attitude. Rainbow, on the other hand, remained very calm. Who said that a policeman had to train intensely all day long... even a robot also had its hobbies. Once he saw that Skeleton was online, Rainbow immediately signaled to the rest. Within the inte bar, there were instantly people crowding around him. They were all from the special police force, and they had heard about this demon that surpassed that their big boss. They wanted to understand this special person. The Skeleton Corps was all fired up as though it was a festival celebration. Rainbow notified Chen Xiu, and Chen Xiu immediately told Tao Ailun and Yan Xiaosu. As established members of the Skeleton Corps, their attendance was almost certain. What everyone was curious about was his opponent. Wang Zheng was afraid that the opponent he was freely matched with would be much inferior. As he was scrolling through the list, he saw a familiar name appear. Wild King. This person was quitepetent in his skills in mech piloting. After browsing through his user profile, Wang Zhengughed. He was a very direct person. He was nning to use his trusty mech instead of the Wargod No. 1, and if he were to lose again, he would join the Skeleton Corps as a firm believer. This did not bother Wang Zheng at all. Instead, he was sure that it would be because of him that Aina would get to observe an interesting battle. Skeleton VS Wild King Everyone was shocked. Didnt this fe lose thest round? Was he not convinced and wanted another battle... But soon, everyone was stunned. They had not came across someone that was so shameless. Wargod No. 1 VS Light Cavalry Model D Even old friend Solon was in a daze. Skeleton was up for anything. In thest battle, Wargod No. 1 nearly failed. Although the mech did make aeback, everyone could tell that it was a risky one. Wild King was definitely one of the top in Asia, and now he was going to use the model that he operated best in. Skeleton was just asking to be killed. Everyone in the hall was staring at their screens. There was a limit to ones skills. Would Skeleton be daring enough to ept? Rainbow and his gang of brothers were also watching with the jaws agape. "Boss.. this guy is doomed; there is no way the Wargod No. 1 is able to defeat the Light Cavalry. I can bet my surname on it!" "Wild King is one of the hottest yers around, and he has a formidable record in the diamond ranks. It is rumored that he became even fiercer after Skeleton stepped into his territory." "It is an unwise move. Thest win was risky enough, but this..." Rainbow was reluctant to speak. He had battled against Skeleton before, and hes always had a special gut feeling about Skeleton. He felt like Skeleton was not performing to his fullest but was watching and dissecting his moves. In this aspect, he felt that Skeleton was like him.. just that he was on apletely different level. Wild King had way more technological advantages, so it was going to be a rough battle, and with it came greater anticipation. Wild King could not believe himself that his opponent was willing to battle on such uneven grounds. No matter the oue, he would apud Skeleton for his courage. Wild King was waiting. He was preparing for his special training stage to get ready for the three military schools exchange program. The principal got news that Ares College was secretly preparing, so he could use a victory to wee the disgustingly intense training toe. Light Cavalry Model D, the An empires conventional mech model. It was the model that had the performance bnce. Simply put, it was a model that could ensure that the full potential of the pilots ability and awareness were utilized. The MP5ser guns that came with it allowed for extreme uracy in shots during movement and unstable environments. Theser sword was also a necessary weapon upgrade with the model. Wild King did not make the first move as he already had such an advantage over Skeletons mech. Countless yers were watching patiently online. What would be Skeletons next move? Instantly, everyones spectacles shattered against the floor. Simple Arena! It was the cruelest and most direct battle arena. There was nowhere to block and nowhere to hide, and it relied solely on the pilots stamina and skills. It was a ce to showedpetency, whereby idents could be minimised. This was unbelievable! "He is so cool. The Earth is no longer able to tie down Skeleton!" "How dare he choose that arena. Hes just looking down on his opponent!" "If he can win, I will no longer believe in love!" "Dude, this has got nothing to do with love!" "Then me believing in love aint got nothing to do with you!" The gods of the different districts were promptly reying, the different PK were out of control, and votes and victory bets were also increasing sharply. In this kind of situation, there were still four impossible people who thought that Skeleton could win. A few newbies were shocked to the core. Were they really so dumb? Within the Skeleton Corps, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were passionately singing Lin Huiyins new single - NOT AFRAID. No matter who the opponent was, their allegiance was clear. "Hello, everyone. I am Young Deer, the ubiquitous Young Deer. I have been recording the program since early yesterday. In the diamond ranks, yers are pitted against each other until noon. I was still nning to have a nice afternoon nap, but who knew that a certain someone would appear again... let me see," Young Deer said in a tone of ridicule. "Incredible.. who would be so arrogant. The Wargod No. 1 against the Light Cavalry. Everyone must have heard of Wild King, but to remind you of his battle status, Wild King is currently on an 11 battle winning streak in Americas diamond ranks for one-on-one battles. As for five-on-five group battles, he has a 9 battle winning streak, and he was re-elected as the top ce amongst the diamond ranks light cavalry mech yers." Young Deer swallowed his saliva. "Easy Arena Map, excellent. Let us look forward to Skeletons moves. Amen." He traced a cross sign on his chest. In the forums, people were spammingments. There werements that either insulted him orplimented him. It could not be helped if you drank two bottles of milk and had diarrhea for a week. Young Deer was onto Skeleton. He did not believe that Skeleton was undefeatable. Aina was right next to Wang Zheng. She liked Wang Zhengs calm confidence. Even in her position, she was uncertain about the oue, and after listening to the introduction, she knew that the opponent was strong. Back in the spaceship, Huiyin was curled up in her sofa, enjoying her popcorn. He eyes lit up. "Interesting, interesting. Let me see how good you are... haha.. love can really blind a person!" It was apparent, based on the time, that her cousin was already there. As for the boy, he would make his way there immediately if he was rash, and rashness most likely caused bad endings. "Ang, do you want some popcorn?" "Thank you, Your Highness." "Ang! You dont have to be so serious. Do you think Skeleton has a chance of winning in this battle?" Huiyin smiled. "Such a rebellious name to begin with." "This guy must be stupid. The Wargod No. 1s performance and configuration are inferiorpared to the light cavalry. Unless his opponent is a pig, it is not possible for him to win." Ang said tantly. "Spectators, the long awaited battle is about to begin. It will be a battle to remember, and it will be thest lowly battle that I will bementating. Thank God, I am finally free." Young Deer said nonchntly. He was definitely neglecting the audiences feelings. Apparently, he had quite a lot of supporters. After all, there were swarms of new spectators every battle. In the CT hall, the workers were bedazzled. Apetition like that had resulted in the sales of eighty thousand tickets, with ten thousand VVIP spectators. What was this rhythm? Ailun hung a cross on his chest. God bless, please dont let it be hisst dinner. Chapter 48: Rhythmic Crushing! Chapter 48: Rhythmic Crushing! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The arena was as grand as an ancient Roman amphitheater, and it would ignite the fighting spirit within every warrior. Without doubt, this was the ce where the warriors would want to fully disy their skills. Wild Kings Light Cavalry No. 1 arrived on the scene. An Empires designs had always been meticulously beautiful and mighty, and this model was no exception... even the face of the mech was astoundingly handsome and could only be possibly made with a strict proportion of pure gold. Of course, none of that mattered as much as the warriors abilities. On the other side of the arena, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 alsonded. Wang Zheng moved his body with light movements. Aina was by his side, so needless to say, his emotions at that moment could not be expressed with words. She made her way casually to his side. However, Wang Zheng knew that she would not feelfortable. What Wang Zheng could do was to express his feelings through his battle. Sorry. The battle had not begun, the crowd suddenly saw the usually unresponsive Skeleton write a word. He had only just loaded into the game, why was he apologizing? What was the meaning of this? Wild King got a shock too. Was Skeleton already nning to back out of the battle? Suddenly, a sense of threat emerged from Skeleton. This feeling was simr to that of a crisis in a street fight. The Wargod No. 1 was emitting a terrifying aura. The rookies, and surprisingly Wild King, were not able to sense it. Battle Begin! "We are finally starting. We are about to.... AYE... is the light cavalry about to use remote suppression?" The light cavalry model that Wild King liked tended to be more violent and was more suitable for closebat battles, the mech was already swiftly aiming his MP5ser gun. The Wargod No 1. mech was rapidly gaining speed and was headed towards the light cavalry. This.... Boom... The light cavalry acted immediately. The power of the MP5ser gun, in addition to Wild Kings techniques, could certainly negate Skeletons impact. Wasnt he a bit too extreme!? The audience was also taken aback. With such an advantage with his mech model, apanied by the suitability of the arena, how could he choose the easier way out? But Wild King was not about to hesitate even the slightest bit. He could feel the strong sense of threat from his opponent now. When theser roared, Wargod No 1. elerated and slid forward in an arc with great momentum. Wild King was fully focused; his hands remained very stable without trembling even the slightest. The MP5 was charging its shot, but there was a minimum charge-up time. After two sets of arc sliding steps, he was in a risky situation. Even if he were a robot, there was still a certain amount of reaction time. He was human and naturally had his limits; even the mech armor required additional time to react. At this instant, Wild Kingsser gun was fully charged. The Wargod No. 1 could no longer dodge the attack? BOOM.... Aser st was shot out and the st streaked past. Everyones jaws dropped. Was this a coincidence? What surprised everyone even more was how the Wargod No 1. was able to easily dodge theser beam. Just in the nick of time, he had dodged the round. What was even more surprising was that the Wargod No. 1 had discarded his ownser rifle! Wild King did not have time to lose; he could still feel the clutches of terror slowly strangling him. The MP5s energy recharged quickly, and theser gun started firing away again. At this close distance, it was toote to do an arc slide. GOD! Everyones mouths formed the letter "O." The Wargod No. 1 made a sway to the left like a ghost, and theser beam passed through the shadow of the mech. The armor escaped totally unharmed as though it had just performed a teleportation. This was simply impossible! If the opponent had been someone else, it would have totally destroyed the confidence of that person. However, for the case of Wild King, he still had faith in himself. The battle was not over yet, and the winner had not been determined. The MP5 was fired again at the Wargod No. 1, who was even closer now. Out of the blue, a beam of light shed past. The Wargod No. 1 fished out the alloy knife and inserted it into the mouth of theser beam. Bang... Burst! The alloy knife bounced up from the impact. Wild King managed to get back on his feet in the nick of time and drew out his ownser sword. What happened next was the first time ever in history for him. If Wild King could relive this fight, he wouldve definitely stood still instead. The Wargod No. 1 mech, which was in mid-air, had already gripped the alloy knife with a reverse grip at a lightning-like speed and was shing right down at the light cavalry mech. How was the light cavalry treated so insignificantly? It was treated like an inanimate object. Amidst the smoke, the two fighters shed, the alloy knife against theser sword. Who knew that this would only happen once in the entire battle? Both swords staggered, theser sword was fiercely blocked off, and the Wargod No. 1 pushed forward with great might. The sound rumbled likendslides! In spite of the protection of the energy shield, the light cavalry mech was knocked down by the momentum. Within the pilot cabin, Wild King was sent flying with great force. Even though the mech armour was fine, it could not create a counter reaction to dampen the impact. It would have been much worse if a low quality armour was in ce instead of the light cavalry. The light cavalry armour could no longer afford any more movements. The alloy knife was heading straight for the kill. Pound pound Ancient European aristocracy had a type of sport that was still very much liked by the nobles and the rich. The sport was called fencing. It included an action that produced high speed sword movements with a single hand. A storm-like series of attacksbined into a single hit headed for the light cavalry mech Bang... In the time needed to blink an eye, the energy shield was ruptured and the light cavalry was sent flying once again. The Wargod No. 1 stood still at the same spot and observed quietly Boom... Before the mech could evennd, the cracks on the armors chest deepened. Everyone watched in silence. Those who were watching it live were petrified by the image. This may be a fight, but no one would have expected these results. This was a chain of hurricane-like blows! This was the god - Skeleton! In the Skeleton Corps, waves of hysterical screams resounded through the sky. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were bouncing around crazily in their bedroom. This b*stard, hepletely ruined the Wild King! For someone of Wild Kings standard to be so thoroughly defeated that he could not return an attack... This was madness! "Is this bullying kids!?" "I didnt even get the chance to see it properly and its already over!? Was it all an illusion?" The slow motion yback was already being screened. The scene of theser beam dodge was being yed on the screen. The arc sliding step was a movement frequently used by expert yers. In this case, the dodge was made with barely any breathing space from theser beam at the most critical moment. This required extreme uracy and technical control on the pilots side. However, this was only the beginning of the god-like y. It was not the emergence of a phantom shadow, it was the pace that Wargod No. 1 executed the movement that was the most terrifying. The upper body and lower body seemed to move independently and thus distracted the opponents judgment for just a moment, allowing him to dodge the attacks. These phantom-like movements were called bewildering steps! This was also used by top yers to mislead opponents. It was rumored that this move was a favourite of military ace pilots. However, this was only the beginning. If one could not stand watching at this point, their heart would have exploded after watching what came next. It was clear that the distance between the two mecha was less than ten meters. The knifeunched towards Wild Kingsser gun with no mercy. Wild Kings will and determination were absolutely firm. Anyone who had gone through the the same scenario would have been very frustrated, but Wild King was able to keep hisposure and once again aim hisser gun for another urate shot. But... theser gun exploded after a hit from the alloy knife. Wild King did not make the same mistake as the Little Red Noob; he immediately activated his energy shield. Some also felt that he should not have activated his energy shield. That simple hit on the shoulder had an astounding effect. A closer look at the slow motion yback showed that the Wargod No. 1s shoulder was dented by the impact of the hit. What great force would this require!? This tackle was sufficient to break the energy shield. Yet this was still not the limit for Skeleton. To make such a ferocious chain of attacks, even in CT, the pilots would have long ran out of breath. However, Skeletons reign of terror had just begun, Continuous lightning-like strikes! For the energy shield, fast continuous blows would break it. This was the official exnation; even children would also understand it. As for it to actually happen, it was more so a question of who could attack so fast with such uracy and consistency!? Wang Zhengs fingers and wrists yed a pivotal role. In such a scenario, there was not enough arm-room towards the end, and the vibrations had to be generated by Wang Zheng. The superposition of the forces exerted by his fingers and wrists could also ovee the recoil force and push back the limit of the attack. The energy shield waspletely shattered and continuous pressure on it would create a force great enough to destroy the mech. If it were a real mech, the pilot inside would have been sent flying. At the veryst moment, what everyone saw was a light cavalry defeated as easily as a fallen leaf. Everyone felt helpless merely by watching. The Wargod No. 1 stood in the centre of the arena, and it really did seem like the God of War at that instant. Especially for the VVIPs watching amongst the audience, that immersive feeling was so refreshing that they could no longer control their excitement. This was indeed a battle that could make ones blood run! Wild King buried his hands in his head. He could not control his tears from falling. He refused to ept the oue. It was not as though he had never experienced failure before, but after each failure, he would stand up and challenge his opponents. But in this battle... he really felt helpless. Only at this moment did he understand the meaning of the sorry from the beginning of the battle. The official analysis of the battle came out. Solon stopped believing in God and had chosen to put his faith in Skeleton. The new video was coupled with Lin Huiyins single - NOTAFRAID, making an invincibly sensationalbination. The number of viewers who paid for the live battle surpassed 100,000. Even 10 minutes after the battle had ended, most of the spectators had not left, and the number of people entering the arena was still increasing. Everyone could only sigh. Rainbow and his teammates looked at each other, speechless. "If this man is not from the armed police forces, then he must be with the army...." "Those actions... the average persons body could definitely not handle those, thatd be possible!" "Who might this guy be? Only a number of people are capable of this, and even so, it will only be used under special circumstances." "Boss, where could this guy who can perform miracles be from? My hands are itching from just watching the battle." "Come on, want to know the answer? Join the Skeleton Corps!" Rainbow said, while smiling. The battle was getting more and more interesting, and his intuition was right. Before the battle, he had a gut feeling that the standard and pace of this battle would be like no other. And it really did happen. The opponent this time was really of another level. It was a real spectacle for spectators, but for other warriors, it was an eye-opener. It was the first time a warrior of such high standards had appeared. Not to mention the fact that devil-like training would be required. In a Milky Way Gxy spaceship, Lin Huiyin was noisily enjoying popcorn. "The opponent was so weak, and the battle was over too soon. So meaningless." Huiyin was musically inclined, but not so much on the battlefield. She stretched out her snow-white legs and wriggled her toes yfully. "Ang, look how flexible my feet are. Bet you cant do this..." Chapter 49: Boss, Dont Do This! Chapter 49: Boss, Dont Do This! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "That action was difficult. Even in An, only a few people are capable of it." "Ah... Can you do that?" Lin Huiyin jumped onto the sofa and asked out of curiosity. "Yes, this person is worthy of being my opponent." The sides of Angs mouth curled upwards into a smile. There was a hint of respect in her prideful tone. Ang sat at a corner motionlessly with her brows firmly knitted together. "Ang, it is not a good habit for girls to frown so often; it will just make you age faster. I was expecting more excitement from this battle. Who knew that the oue was so predictable?" "Your Highness, there is something wrong with this person!" Ang suddenly sounded. "Oh, wheres the problem?" Huiyin replied in interest. Ang was a top-notch warrior that was recruited by her mother. It was definitely no easy feat to meet the extremely strict requirements of her mother. Her mother was Ans iron fist Prime Minister and was famous throughout the gxy C Kashawan Lin An. Fortunately, her mother adhered to the royal traditions and put all expectations of passing the legacy onto her cousin, and it was only so she had her freedom and happiness. As for this trip, it greatly excited Huiyin. Who knows ... maybe something big was about to happen. In fact, countless people were anticipating an interview with Skeleton. However, as usual, Skeleton seemed to vanish instantly after everypetition. As for Wang Zheng, this was the first time he was concerned about his performance. It did not matter if Bonehead could unleash thousands of hits upon him, he just didnt want to disappoint Aina. After taking off the connector from his body, Aina stared at him with great intensity without any expression on her face. Was it because the battle had ended too quickly? Yes, Aina was from An. She knew what had gone wrong with Wild King. Perhaps he should have given the opponent the slightest bit of a chance. ĥʱ,ȺȻ˹,һ. Just as Wang Zheng was in the midst of pondering, Aina suddenly leaned forward and gently nted a kiss onto Wang Zhengs cheek. "This was the most spectacr battle I have ever watched." Ainas face flushed a deep red, and her fingers quivered. Wang Zheng stoned. It was his first time being kissed by a girl, despite his age, and it was from the girl of his dreams. Wang Zheng suddenly acted on his impulse and hugged Aina. This was his deepest desire, to have herpletely in his embrace; it was as though he had the entire world. The guy has to take the initiative. Tyrant Su always mentioned countless tactics he could have used, but at this moment, Wang Zhengs mind was nk. Their hearts pounded furiously. For two people that fancied each other, it was enough to act on their instincts. Wang Zheng had finally conquered the first kiss of the most beautiful princess of An. After a slight resistance, what was left was for the two of them to ept each others love. Aina closed her mesmerizing eyes. Her other half did not necessarily have to be a prince, but he must definitely be brave. Time had stopped in the small room. Wang Zheng had greedily requested for that, like a child who knew no boundaries. When the two stepped out of the room red-faced, the surrounding world looked blurry as though they were peering through virtual lenses. The fat boss was a man of experience. He could not help but watch over the couple, helplessly shaking his head. "Its good to be young. Back in the years, I was also a charming romantic dude." "Boss, didnt you say that you were even fatter back then?" an oblivious dude asked curiously. The boss stood there nkly, memories of his past was smashed, "Im going to deduct one days worth of sry from you." A cry of dismay resonated from the inte bar. "No... Boss.. please dont.. You are the most handsome of them all..." Wang Zheng and Ainas rtionship was fragile like a piece of paper, and it could be broken with a single poke. But to be able to cross the road holding hands meant happiness. It was something silly that Wang Zheng had never expected himself to fuss over, but now looking back, he was too prideful then. Their fingers quickly intertwined together. In the maglev train, the pair sat facing each other. After sending Aina back, Wang Zheng made his way back to the school and lied on his hostel bunk. What had happened still felt like a dream. At the same moment, Aina was also lying on the the bed in her heavily-guarded Shangri-La Presidential Suite. She touched her lips lightly, and her face blushed instantaneously. She was taught Ans culture of bravery and strength since young, but what Aina liked was a guy who possessed a warm heart. She remembered the first time sheid eyes on Wang Zheng. She saw him outside her window, wandering around silly as the bell boy of the hotel. Aina was unsure what was it that captivated her, but she waspletely lost in him. Without hesitation, her eyes had fixated on him as a goal. What she felt was unparalleled to any feeling before. Just why did he seem so attractive to her? Ainas skylink interrupted her reminiscence. An image of a girl as beautiful as her popped up onto her screen. "Dear cousin, you must have arrived. I will be at a concert in Beijing, and it would be great if you could join me." The girl in the image blinked. "Remember to bring the guy along." Aina had only shared this secret with Huiyin. This little girls gossipy heart was surely burning up. Happiness and joy had to be shared, and Aina only had her cousin to confide in. When the image disappeared, Aina was slightly frustrated. This fellow was causing unrest, so she had to be extra careful. Wang Zhengs eyes were shut, sweetly recalling the event. He opened his eyes to find two big faces pressed against his. "Shit... what do you two want!" When Wang Zheng sat up, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailuns expressions were filled with mischief. "Brother, seems like something good happened. You can share it with us!" "Wang Zheng, as the dorm leader, you should share with us your experiences as a leader," Ailunughed. "What has happened to me? It seems like you guys cant wait to share your excitement." Wang Zheng was not stupid. If the two of them found out about the truth, he would be ridiculed to death by them. "Our great god of war crushed some rotten twigs! It was just too cool. I am just worried that Wild King will be permanently traumatised," Chen Xiu said. Yao Ailun adjusted his spectacles and revealed a smile of wisdom. "Wang Zheng, dont try changing the topic. As the dorm leader, you should not only care about your own happiness... Brother, speak!" The conversation was getting a little out of hand, and Wang Zheng did not know whether to cry orugh. "I am just a beginner when ites to dating. I am still unsure as to who I should consult for advice. Dont you already have a target in mind?" "Needless to say! I have discovered that it is disadvantageous to be too smart." Yao Ailunmented. Wang Zheng suddenly remembered that his goal was An Mei too. "Brother Zheng, you are amazing. To this day, I have yet to have seen someone as beautiful as Shishi. Even those superstars cant hold a candle to her beauty." Chen Xiu was deeply envious. Wang Zheng had reasons to be proud. Aina was truly unmatchable. If this were to get out, every guy in the Milky Way would be out to get him. "Brother, does she have a sister? Do introduce us!" Ailun was quick to cut the chase and asked him directly. Wang Zheng scratched his nose. "I will ask for you. How are things going with the Skeleton Corps?" "There is a sudden surge. Let me take a look first. There are another bunch of applicants.... Is this not Wild King?!" Chen Xiu said in shock. To the proud Wild King, this failure was a crippling blow to his self-confidence. With his elite talent and valuable street fighting experience, once he entered Apollo College, he was known as an invincible and undefeatable man in the world of CT. How could he have met with failure here? After all, he was still young. But Wang Zhengs sorry before the match became Wild Kings life-saving straw. He wanted to understand the reason behind it, and because of that, he could not give up all hope on himself. The best way was to join the Skeleton Corps himself. With his street survival experiences, he had learned to always pick himself up after failures, and this was the only way he could better himself. Chen Xiu did not hesitate to ept Wild Kings application. Wild King was not the first applicant, and he would not be thest. At this point in time, the Skeleton Corps was urgently in need of skillful yers to guide the rookies. Little Red Noob was one, and now they had Wild King with them, so the number of experienced yers was slowly increasing. The world always had to give rookies breathing space to survive. Who knew, one of them might be the one to create miracles. They could not simply give up because of the low statistical probability, and more often than not, this person would have the abilities to reach for the peak. Wang Zheng nced at the management styles of the two. There was a clear division ofbor, and it was pretty interesting to witness, simr to a livelymunity. Wang Zheng was pretty delighted with himself. After all, so many people admired him. The problem was that he had to speed up his training and channel enough battle energy to usher Bonehead out. He was looking for a reasonable exnation for this mutation, but looking at Boneheads situation, he was unlikely to get the answer he was looking for. When he thought about Aina, these problems suddenly vanished like clouds. As long as there was a path, he did not have to care that much. Wang Zheng giggled to himself while lying on his bed, and he suddenly had an extreme urge to meet her. It was not as though they has been separated for a long while. After much hesitation, Wang Zheng decided to send Aina a message. "What are you doing?" It was prettyme, but this is just what couples are like. Almost immediately, he received a reply from Aina. ... she had replied with the same message. The princess was human too, and those in love have simr trains of thought. Then the pair continued with the meaningless mundane conversation. Even discussing a nonsensical topic could give them half a days worth of happiness. Yao Ailun could not help but shake his head. "Oh, it is another fool that fell into the pit of love. " "Brother, isnt this just because of love?" "Stupid man, you have to keep yourself logical when in love. The one who cares more will get hurt more, so we have to have a sensible approach," Ailun lectured, as though he was a professor on the topic. Chen Xiu looked confused. "My mom said that you have to use your heart if its love." "Did your mom not tell you that all women are tigers?" Ailun red at Chen Xiu. Chen Xiu shook his head. "Let me tell you: all women are scary, and they might eat you alive if you are not careful. Just look at Wang Zheng; he will be lucky if he is just left with 10% of his intelligence. He has been talking about the weather for the past half an hour; he could even be a news reporter now." Chapter 50: Big Brother Really Doesn’t Want to Stand Out Chapter 50: Big Brother Really Doesnt Want to Stand Out Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Whenever An Mei returned to the dormitory, she naturally gravitated towards Ye Zisu. Meng Tian was just too cold and unapproachable. Although she wasnt a bad person at heart, they simply couldnt get along. This Wang Zheng was truly fickle when it came to matters of the heart. He had quietly gotten a girlfriend of his own. When Ye Zisu heard about what happened from her friend, on the surface, she seemed extremely calm. However, deep down in her heart, Ye Zisu couldnt believe it. She considered herself as one of those who knew Wang Zheng a bit better. During his entire time in middle school, no one paid any attention to him. Furthermore, during the holidays, he had gone to OMG to intern as a mechanic. When did he ever have the time to look for a girlfriend? Furthermore, Wang Zheng was the type of guy that took a long time to warm up to people. When she heard that he had suddenly gotten a girlfriend, she truly couldnt believe it. An Mei could see that Ye Zisu seemed unconvinced of the circumstance. "Susu, I have also talked to her. No matter how you see it, she is a formidable opponent. I feel as though she is absolutely invulnerable! You need to be careful." "However, I believe that with Susus qualities, you are more than capable of beating her. Its not like she is a three-headed six-armed monster," said Du Qingqing. The two of them were extremely curious about Wang Zheng. To be honest, she and An Mei felt it was quite strange. Although Wang Zheng wasnt ugly, he didnt seem to possess any exceptional qualities either. They didnt understand which part of him had captivated Meng Tian and Ye Zisu, two individuals withpletely pr opposite personalities. So what if his military performance wasnt bad? It did not warrant such poprity! Furthermore, he had silently and wordlessly gotten himself an amazing girlfriend? "Oh, and before I forget, our Art Clubs leader has asked us to speed things up. He was supposed to model for us! What happened to him? Has he gone back on his word?" asked Du Qingqing suddenly, directing her question at Ye Zisu. Ye Zisu understood her meaning. Her friend was trying to console her by casting doubt on Wang Zhengs qualities as a person and hisck ofmitment to a promise made. "However, Susu, I will still support you wholeheartedly. Even if there is a struggle, it is only an internal one. We cant let some outsiders intrude onto our territory and steal our natural resources[1]!" An Mei clenched her fists and continued to speak. "Tyrant Su will be our source of insider information. I will extract as much information from him as possible." Ye Zisu bit her lip as she replied, "Its all up to you now." An Mei and Du Qingqing looked each other in the eye. Deep down they were shocked. On the surface, Ye Zisu was a gentle and kind person. But inside, she was extremely haughty. Seeing her admit defeat and look to them for help, especially concerning matters of the heart... such a situation felt so surreal! As an exchange student, Aina didnte to Ares College just to date; she was also here to learn. Some of her lessons ovepped with Wang Zhengs schedule. For instance, they both attended Xiao Feis lesson together. Even on an intergctic scale, Xiao Fei was considered to be at the top of her field. The two lovebirds had already exchanged timetables the day before. Today, the two of them would get to go to ss together. Wang Zheng had arrived extremely early to reserve a seat and was listening to music as he waited for Aina to arrive. "Do you like to listen to Huiyins music?" Aina smiled as she sat next to Wang Zheng. "This song isnt bad; you can really feel her energy through the lyrics. I prefer to listen to songs that get your blood boiling," replied Wang Zheng as he removed his earpiece. Aina gave him a wry smile. "She used your battle footage in your MV. Arent you proud of that?" Wang Zheng suddenly pulled Ainas hand, staring at his princess with pupils aze. "Do you know what Im most proud of?" Ainas face turned red. This bastard was bing more and more audacious. The two of them were interrupted by the sound of a bell, signifying the start of ss. A new teacher walked in and immediately move towards the podium. "Good morning, everyone. I am your substitute teacher, Professor Marcus." Marcus eyes swept across the entire ssroom, surveying his temporary students. Immediately, the whole lecture theatre started gossiping animatedly. Marcus was well-known as the foremost expert of the Math Department. For him to teach a freshmen ss... such a thing was unheard of! What was happening this year? First, Professor Xiao Fei started giving lectures, and now Marcus was teaching freshmen? However, such news was only beneficial for the freshmen. "Everyone here should know that mathematics is the foundation of science. The millions of things in the universe can all be expressed as a beautiful mathematical equation. Even love." Marcus had very quickly earned a round of apuse. The more amazing a teacher was, the more likely they had abnormal standards. They were erudite and could use simple methods to conveyplicated information. Furthermore, they could stimte ones own thinking processes. Marcus had no choice but to take a freshmen ss. He was still unable to identify his mystery genius student, and Xiao Fei wasnt helping him in the slightest. However, Marcus felt that she seemed to be hiding something. Regardless, since the student was of this school and was a freshman, there would definitely be a way to identify him. Thus, he had chosen to conduct this ss to see if he could discover this genius student. However, he had yet to obtain any positive results. At this rate, Marcus could only continue to do this for another month before giving up his search. It simply wasnt possible to keep teaching the freshmen sses, because his own research was already extremely time-consuming. Aina was usually quite a responsible student who paid attention in ss. Unfortunately, what Marcus taught was something that Aina already understood. Ans elite would receive their education from the early age of 3, and thus Ainas intellect could not bepared to an average individuals. However, she could still feel that Marcus was of a high caliber. As one of Earths three traditional colleges, the standard was not as bad as she had expected. Imparting knowledge was one thing, but being able to create was something else entirely. If the ability to innovate was constrained, it would still be extremely difficult to progress. Marcus quickly finished the lesson in half of the allocated time before pausing. "One has to be nimble in their thinking and be willing to try. As the famous adage goes, dare to dream and dare to act. I have here a solution to one of Marlocas conjectures. I believe that most of you have heard of it; the First Step is as such. Who here can understand this?" Saying which, Marcus began to write out aplicated equation on the ckboard. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, was only looking at Aina. Aina couldnt help but reply, "We are in ss; what is so great about looking at me?" "Shishi, are you trying to say that the old man on the podium is better-looking?" As he said that, he continued to tug at Ainas hand. Aina attempted to struggle slightly before eventually giving up and letting Wang Zheng grasp her hand tightly. The entire ss was absolutely silent. Even though all of them were geniuses in their own respective countries, this equation truly stumped them. Aina stared at the equation momentarily. Although she had previously understood this, she would never unt her knowledge. At this point, a short-haired man stood up. "Professor, is this equation trying to say that with Rodriguezs theory as a basis, usingputational analysis..." The short-haired man greatly enjoyed being in the limelight, yet he had even greater hopes that the girl sitting in the front row would turn to look at him. Marcus nodded continuously as the guy continued to speak; his answer was not that bad. "Whats your name?" "Landry Busen." Said the guy slightly haughtily. The rest of the ss began to whisper amongst themselves, and one after another began to pay attention to him. Landry Busen was a mathematics genius. He had entered the Sol Systems Top 10 new stars. He had risen to fame bypletely exining Moores theory, an influential figure in middle school. However, after entering Ares College, he was disappointed to find out that Marcus did not teach any freshmen sses. Landry Busen was determined to use his own abilities to gain Marcus attention. A diamonds luster could not be obstructed by dirt. While he was exining, Wang Zheng and the beautiful girl continued to whisper and giggle,pletely disregarding him. Landry Busen started to get agitated. This bastard! Although he was from the Physics Department, he wanted to enter the Mecha Departments special training. However, he was transported back half-dead after being kicked out. He had no sense of shame and could still act so happy and contented. "Excellent exnation, Student Busen." Marcus gestured for Landry to sit down. This brat could indeed be the one. He had also heard of Landry Busens name. This was an extremely learned and gifted student. Busen did not sit down but instead looked at the front row. "Professor Marcus, I heard that among us there is a genius from the Physics Department; even Professor Xiao Fei holds him in high esteem. He often engages in lively conversations with the Professor in ss. Since mathematics and physics are quite closely rted, I would like to hear his opinion on this equation." "Oh?" Marcus looked at the front row. "Who might this student be?" "Student Wang Zheng, what are your opinions on Marlocas First Step conjecture?" Busen had singled out Wang Zheng to challenge him. The surrounding students immediately felt antagonism and tension fill in the room. Yet our dear Student Wang did not even notice that he had be the center of attention. In the Physics Department, Xiao Feis high opinion of him had already aroused the ire of many. Ainas appearance had only caused that fire to turn into an inferno. In this day and age of dating, a girl chasing a guy would be very direct. If there was a goalkeeper, it would motivate one to score even more! However, to score in this goal would have a price. It was not that Wang Zheng was not listening in ss. Rather, he had alreadypletely understood the entire theory a long time ago. During dear Student Wangs pointless childhood and middle school, he had spent all his time ying with the theory of numbers with the Old Merchant. Hence, when it came to things like drinking and ying, he was aplete amateur. Aina lightly pushed him and said, in a low voice, "Let us take turns to handle this; there is no need to be scared of him!" The entire sss curious gazes fell on Wang Zheng. They wanted to see if this bastards luck would continue to hold. Wang Zheng stood up, nced at the equation on the board, and mulled for a minute before beginning to speak. "Marlocas First Step conjecture utilizing Rodriguezs theory is extremely wonderful." At this point in time, the entire ss burst out intoughter. Was this not rubbish? This was one of the worlds most famous theories; why would one need to praise it? Just as Aina was nning to say something, the words remained stuck in her throat. The sort of smile Wang Zheng had on his face was something that seemed vaguely familiar. She had often see her father and her aunt have the same sort of smile. "However, Marlocas conjecture mainly relies on the fact that spatial jumps are able to break the space barrier. However, Rodriguezs theorys exnation is purely theoretical. In practice, it is being phased out as his exnation for passing through the barrier would result in a deviation of approximately a 0.1%. This deviation is already considered to be significant. With the necessity of spatial theory being more precise over time, this theory would also have to be phased out. Currently, the most practical solution would be to use Mills equation as the first step. In this case, the chance of deviation would fall to a 0.01% instead." The entire ss fell silent. Busens face was stered with disdain. Was this guy joking? What was this Mills equation that he was talking about? He had never even heard of it. "Student Wang, is Mills something you can eat? I have never eaten it before; has anyone here eaten it before?" At this point, a raucousughter could be heard in the room. However, Marcus did notugh. In fact, his heart already knew. "Hehe, Student Wang Zheng, Mills equation has not been verified, and there are still some shorings in that equation." "Professor, you said that we have to dare to try. Mills equation recing Rodriguezs theory is just a matter of time. At the very least, the first step has already beenpleted. A good start is half the road to sess." "Hehe. Really? Why dont you exin this first step?" Marcus smiled. Aina stared at Wang Zheng. This was also the first time she had heard of this. A Princess wasnt all-knowing. The mainstream view was that of Rodriguezs theory, and furthermore, it had been in use for almost 10 years. Everyone stared at Wang Zheng. Spouting nonsense was useless; he had to prove it. Arge number of students was hoping to see Wang Zheng stammer and make up an excuse, but much to their surprise, Wang Zheng got up and walked over to the ckboard. [1] The natural resources here is naturally referring to Wang Zheng. Chapter 51: This Math Class Really is Excellent! Chapter 51: This Math ss Really is Excellent! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Student Wang was not particrly interested in standing out, but as he was provoked, especially in front of Aina, he would definitely not let this go. Wang Zheng paused momentarily in front of the ckboard before beginning to furiously scribble equation after equation. Originally, Marcus was not very impressed. However, his expression quickly changed. The disdain on Busens face gradually froze into a look of fear and horror. He could only understand a small portion of it! As an influential figure of mathematics in the Sol Systems, the Sol Systems federation possessed unparalleled libraries of information. He had the best resources and means, and yet ... Marcus continued to nod his head, Aina who was sitting below the stage, was simrly transfixed at the sight. She could understand the vast majority of it, but there were some things in Wang Zhengs workings that were beyond her. After a period of time, the entire ckboard was filled with symbols. The audience was deathly silent, awaiting Marcuss judgment. Marcus walked over and pointed at a string of inferences at the center. "How did you think of this?" GOD! His tone was that of one in a discussion... Wang Zheng did not think much of it. He had often argued with the Old Merchant. The way he saw it, the Old Merchant was like a library, and their discussions would evolve seamlessly and endlessly. Discussing such a minor topic with a professor wasnt a problem. ncing at another string of exnations made by Wang Zheng, Marcus couldnt help but nod and smile. "Were you the one who solved the equation on the ckboard the other time?" Wang Zheng stared nkly before nodding. "That was done casually." "Haha, I finally understand why Xiao Fei feignedplete ignorance about you," Marcus said as he nodded his head. "What Student Wang Zheng said here ispletely right. However, this method of analysis is at the very forefront of the Milky Way Gxy and is only for the purposes of our discussion. It will not be examinable. Everyone here does not need to consider this at all." Following which, Marcus erased everything on the board. To the average student, this wouldpletely ruin things with his enthusiasm. It has to be said that everyone waspletely dazed. As Wang Zheng returned to his seat, Aina stealthily gave him a thumbs up. That charming, adorable look led Wang Zheng to want to give her an embrace and a kiss. Girls were made to be conquered! Aina truly believed that those supposed geniuses could notpare with Wang Zheng. Who would dare say that Earths standards were low? It was just that the An Empire was just too ignorant! Aina did not dare to represent the highest tier of geniuses in An; however, she would not ce Xiao Fei in disregard. She now understood how far away Wang Zheng stoodpared to her. He had such innate ability, yet he was so hardworking. There was no one else like him! Busen wordlessly sat down. He truly could not understand the whole thing. Thus, he could not even retort. The words from the Professor had affected him, and he had been reduced to the position of just an ordinary person. How could a monster like this have beenpletely unknown in middle school? Aina, on the other hand, knew that this guy only liked to score 60 points on his tests. It could be seen that Wang Zheng had quite the humble personality. This lesson had indeed been quite fruitful, especially for Professor Marcus. Most importantly, he had identified the genius! There was no escape for him! He had once heard Xiao Fei mention that she had found a student with great potential. However, this student had wanted to join the Mecha Department. That was absolutely uneptable! It would signify a great loss for the scientific world! How could those weapon brandishing barbarianspare with the scientists that pushed the very frontiers of human society? In this regard, he was definitely with Xiao Fei on this one. The moment the ss ended, Busen came to Wang Zheng. "What reference book did you use? Where did you discover this argumentative proof?" Wang Zheng smiled. "In actuality, I have no clue as to what I wrote. You should be able to find it in the Milky Ways databases." Finishing which, he grabbed Aina and left the ssroom. The moment they left the ssroom, Aina couldnt help butugh. "Youre so despicable, mocking that poor guy." "Who asked him to look at you so lecherously?!" Wang Zheng replied with a feigned expression of seriousness. Aina grinned. "What? Are you jealous?" "You should reward me once for being jealous for your sake. Furthermore, I performed so well that you should reward me twice!" Wang Zheng very quickly revealed his wolfish nature. He had managed to taste the sweetness of sess yesterday. It was as though he had tasted the immortal fruit, and nothing else couldpare to it. "What? I didnt hear that." She was like the Little Red Riding Hood who escaped from the wolf. Since he could not convince her with his logic, Dear Student Wang was determined to use force. "Dont run; if I catch you, I will punish you with three strokes instead!" His math was indeed brilliant. After training in an abyss of suffering, Student Wang felt as though he was in heaven. Fortunate times often came without warning; Wang Zheng had also received an email from Solon. He wanted to ask if Wang Zheng was willing to participate in an interview, and for every question he answered, he would receive ten thousand Milky Way coins. Solon was extremely polite. This n of his was still in the budding stages and thus his funding was not exceptionally abundant. However, it could not be too low if he wanted to attract Wang Zheng. Student Wang was at a loss. How could something like this happen!? It was as though someone was literally giving him money, and on top of that, ttering him endlessly. In his mind, an image of Skeleton appeared. Whether Bonehead needed the money or not, he did not know. However, what he did know was that hecked money, and this opportunity could not be more wee. On the other hand, Wang Zheng knew that it wouldnt be good to do this too often. In all honesty, Wang Zheng would have preferred it if he could just answer a single question asionally and not be made into a public figure on the CT forums. Wang Zheng was not particrly interested in bing a celebrity of CT. He was perfectly content with CT being able to sustain his lifestyle. asionally being able to enjoy the thrill of battle and being able to gain Battle Energy was sufficient. Hopefully it would not change his current lifestyle. All in all, Solon was well on his way. After receiving Wang Zhengs reply, Solons heart finally settled down. The current him was sitting in the Sol Systems Earth and Moon CT headquarters. On the other hand, such a sight wasnt strange. Ever since a couple hundred years back, upon the advent of the inte, the inte conglomerates were already on par with traditionalmodity trading conglomerates. They possessed terrifyinglyrge amounts of resources and channels to obtain what they needed. With Solons unconventional sess, it had stirred up some noise among the inner echelons of CT upper management. For todays meeting, the key question was to decide if they ought to increase the level of Skeletonspetitors. Solon was prepared to increase the amount of publicity afforded to Skeleton. However, the higher ups were not convinced of such a move. "Hehe, Solon, it should be said that this risky n of yours is inappropriate! We have no need to take such a risk!" "I am of the same opinion. I have seen his battles; they are all extremely thrilling. Even if he were to continue winning, there are still too many unforeseen parameters! Who is he? What if he wants to stop? What would we do then?" The board members continued to throw out more and more reasons to dismiss Solons idea. On one hand, they were truly concerned about the riskiness of the proposal. On the other hand, they were unwilling to see Solon have an unprecedented amount of sess. If Solon grew from this sess, he could potentially climb over them! McLaren, the Sol Systems Board Chairman, was absolutely silent. He continued to let the other board members bicker. Solon also possessed some supporters, but they were not as significant. Furthermore, Solons own position on the board was not high. After arguing for half a day, McLaren raised his hand to signal silence. "Solon, with your excellent track record, you deserve arge year-end bonus. Your dedication to thepany shall be rewarded ordingly. A key reason for your sess is attributed to Lin Huiyin using Skeletons battle footage to create her MV. If not for that, this would not have been possible." After listening to the Chairmans words, everyone knew what he was hinting at. McLaren clearly wanted to continue with the n; Solons luck was just too good. Although he was not superstitious, it was always best to do things after considering ones fortune. Solon, that old bastard, was so lucky that such a golden opportunity was literally knocking on his door. His sess seemed very likely. "Mr. McLaren, Sir, I will swiftlymence the n. Hopefully, I will be able to cooperate with Ms. Lin. On the other hand, I have managed to gain Skeletons agreement in carrying out an interview with him. During the period where Ms. Lin Huiyin will be carrying out her tour, we will have a massive opportunity which we need to capitalize on. If we dont, we will definitely regret it!" Solon was extremely confident. At times, he would struggle tenaciously and would w his way through adversity. This cautious approach had been a key factor in his sess. As he presented his case to the board, he made sure to carefully and cautiously select his words. McLaren nodded his head. "The benefits are great, but this is still apany. What we are concerned with are profits. Such mass advertisement would break all precedence and take up the vast majority of our advertising resources. Im sure you understand that. Thus, the reward..." "McLaren, Sir! I am both the proposer and implementer of this n. I would like to thank everyone for giving me this chance. If anything unfortunate happens, I will take responsibility!" Solon spoke very calmly. At this stage, he was already forced into desperate straits, so he could only advance and not back down. Frankly speaking, this wasnt very difficult for him. When he thought of the situation he was in several months back, he was already at his wits end. At the very least he still had the luxury of choice right now and could even influence the oue. "Very good. So long as you understand. This n has been approved. All the departments should try and cater to his demands. I do not want to see problems arising from disunity. Any problems that crop up will be borne by the group collectively!" Spoke McLaren solemnly. As CTs top management member, his word wasw. It was very clear from what he had said and done that McLaren was very supportive of this n. Solon had numerous problems, but McLaren also had problems of his own. In the Sol System, Earths performance was not outstanding. In the Milky Way coalition, the Sol Systems performance was average. If McLaren wanted hispany to stand out, he would need a yer with huge future potential to draw the eyes of the masses! At McLarens position, he was not worried about stability but rather his reputation! As the meeting came to a close, apuse rang out. However, one could see the false smiles thaty on some of the board members faces. They were all waiting to see a jokee to fruition. Seeing Solon climb to his position and stay on for such a long time... it was clearly time for him to retire! Yet here he was, tenaciously clinging on and cing all his hopes on a single individual... an individual which he knew nothing about! This was just too risky and uncertain! Furthermore, while Skeleton has had a lucky streak, no one could truly be that lucky! Skeletons and Solons downfall was guaranteed! Solon was clearly staking everything on this one throw. Solon strutted out of the room vigorously. He finally experienced his second wind, and at such an age to boot! He was finally able to do what he enjoyed after working in CT for so many years. He had climbed from a lowly programmer position until he became the Earth Sectors vice chairman and the one in charge of the Asian Region. He had already forgotten the joy of strife and was no different from a puppet. However, today he felt truly invigorated. Sometimes one has to trust their intuition. Although he had never met Skeleton, as a CT addict, he had watched Skeletons battle recordings endlessly, re-living every detail. Technique, physical ability, experience, and even his psychological state. One could unearth all of this from paying attention to the details. Skeleton was truly a peerless and fearsome warrior. Even though there were times where his performance seemed slightly strange, Solons intuition told him that Skeleton was definitely not very old. However, watching the battle seemed to show that he was a 40-plus year old experienced warrior who was at the peak. There was no other way to exin how he could have carried out the actions shown in the videos. Even then, was there any meaning to it even if he did find out Skeletons true identity? If one wanted to aplish something, they could not spend their time dreaming. On the other hand, our dear Student Wang waspletely oblivious to his impact on the upper management of CT! His performance in the arena had created such conflict among the board of directors! Chapter 52: Devoted to Art Chapter 52: Devoted to Art Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Skeleton Corps was ranked first in poprity amongst the legions. The participation of masters, like Rainbow and Wild King, had brought great heat as well. Rainbow and Wild King were both capable of carrying people in team games. Rainbow crushed his opponents with his equipment, and Wild King had the ability to crush the opponents violently. It was undeniable that a good scout could make a turnaround; this made quite a few people enjoy the feeling of winning from behind. Just like the idiom said, two heads are better than one. Though the teammates abilities might be limited, if they had a good captain, they could still create miracles. Rainbow and Wild King never had the experience of being so popr. They logged in every now and then if they had a bit of free time, to see whether they could bump into Skeleton. In fact, people were just imagining how it would feel like if they could team up and fight alongside Skeleton. The pentakillst time was surely unforgettable. Yao Ailun, Chen Xiu, and Tyrant Su gained the most advantage. Because of the positions they yed, they got a lot of chances to win under the lead of Rainbow. Basically, they only needed to assist in the team game, and they could watch Rainbows violent outburst kill the opponents fiercely. After the courses in the morning, Wang Zheng received Ye Zisus message, saying she wanted to invite him and Shishi to a meal. Of course, he couldnt reject this invitation. Sooner orter they would have to meet. Moreover, he had something to tell her; except Xiaosu, only Zisu could more or less recognize Aina. Ye Zisu was mentally prepared; she knew that the girl Wang Zheng liked would surely be excellent, but she had confidence in herself too. When Wang Shishi appeared in front of her, Ye Zisu was still amazed. She met Wang Zheng for the first time when he brought her the love letter from Yan Xiaosu. The ridicule she made was actually generated by a girls reserved manner and natural pride, or maybe unconsciously she was just trying to catch his attention. At the birthday party, the sudden appearance of Princess An did cause an astonishment to the crowd, but no one actually cared. They were like two parallel lines, two parallel lines in two different times and spaces, but now Aina An was just sitting in front of her. Even though her hair colour was changed, Zisu still recognized her at the first sight. Wang Zheng smiled and said, "Zisu, Shishi is here to study just for a few months, and her identity still needs to be kept secret." Ye Zisu smiled and offered her hand. "Shishi, wee. I think we can be good friends!" The two girls gently shook their hands, and Ainas face lit up. It seemed like they recognised each others confidence. Ye Zisu did have one advantage that Aina didnt have. "Shishi, in Beijing, if you have any troubles, you should go ask help from Zisu, as Tyrant Su is not reliable." "Hehe, now you call him Tyrant Su too." Ye Zisu couldnt hold back her smile. She really didnt know what Xiaomei was thinking when she came up with such a nickname. Honestly, it was quite easy to remember, and it was sort of likeable. They had lunch in the schools canteen. The food was in, but although the quality of the food was not up to their usual level, both girls had a good appetite. Student Wang didnt really pay attention to these sorts of details. He was starving; he was hungry all the time, and he needed to eat several times more than an average man. Ye Zisuughed and said, "You can eat so much; you are definitely hard to provide for." "Having a good appetite is the happiest thing in the world," said Aina. "Well, that is true. By the way, Du Qingqing is going to have some issues. You promised to be the model of the art club, but you havent checked in yet." "Ah, so many things are going on recently. I will go there after I finish my sses in the afternoon." Wang Zheng did forget the promise he made. Maybe he was just timid when he thought of the "superboy" president of the art club. "Yeah. With a beauty by your side, even if it were me, I would also get fascinated." Ye Zisu ridiculed. She had liked Wang Zheng for four years from the beginning of secondary school. She thought they wouldnt have a chance to meet, but destiny was really funny sometimes. After a series of incidents, they even got admitted to Ares College together. She didnt think she would have no opponents, Meng Tian was one of them, but she didnt even think of having an opponent like Aina. But she knew she had one advantage that Aina couldntpare with. Ye Zisu and Aina became friends, as expected; they had a lot ofmon topics. Wang Zheng also hoped that Aina could make as many friends as possible when she was here. But when it came to the art club, Wang Zheng felt really frustrated. He had never modelled before. After the sses in the afternoon, Wang Zheng braced himself for the art club. A real man should always keep his promises. After all, they wouldnt kill him. When he arrived at the art club, Du Qingqing was already waiting at the door. "Yo, the busy bee is finally here. Its really not easy to invite you." Du Qingqing ridiculed. "*cough, cough* ssmate Qingqing, please let me off for Zisus sake. If you think Im not capable for modelling, please dont hesitate to fire me." Du Qingqing coiled her long hair. It was quite noticeable that she took really good care of her hair. Every strand of hair was so smooth and sleek. Girls with long hair and gentle character could always touch the heart of boys, and that image also matched an artists temperament. "You are nervous before we even start; this is not your style." Wang Zheng touched his nose. When did he ever have such a "style?" There were ten odd people waiting in the studio, most of them girls, with two boys in between. The president, Zhang Runan, was also here. She took a look at Wang Zheng with a poker face. "Take off your clothes!" Wang Zheng was frightened. Taking off his clothes in front of so many people? The audienceughed. It seemed like Wang Zheng was not the first one who had gotten pranked. Du Qingqing held back herughter and said, "The fitting room is just over there. You just need to take off your top. Today we are only drawing a portrait of your upper body." Wang Zheng let out a sigh of relief. What a nuisance! Why was there a habit of pranking the neers everywhere. The club members all prepared the brushes and the paint. Wang Zheng also got out of the fitting room pretty fast, as it wasnt an issue for him to take off his top. But no one could handle the awkwardness of being stared by a tomboy like Zhang Runan. The members, on the other hand, were quite amazed. Wang Zheng didnt have a body builders body, let alone when he had his shirt on. But when he took off his top, the flowing lines of his muscles were truly a pleasant view, especially to an Asians aesthetic. When people started to enter the mood of creativity, the studio became a lot quitter. Wang Zheng maintained a position as required. An artist needed a good model to refer to. Human beings were the most difficult to draw, as they were the most familiar, and thats also the reason why it was more demanding. A good model could inspire the artists. There was only the sound of drawing in the studio room now. Its quite tiring to be a model, keeping the same position for so long. After one hour, Wang Zhengs first modelling experience was finally over. He himself was quite curious about how himself would look like in the paintings. "You wanna look?" Wang Zheng nodded. However, ssmate Wang was quite speechless. The person in the picture looked nothing like him; it was a monster. "This is me?" "We are not cameras; the model is merely our source material, and we have to put our imagination in the drawing. The Presidents picture is the best." Du Qingqing gasped in admiration. ...ssmate Wang wasnt curious about her drawing at all. "Superboy" president unusually nodded. "Good, its all for today. Please hand in your pictures to me." Wang Zheng didnt fetch his breath until the "superboy" president left. Du Qingqing smiled and said, "Seems like you are afraid of our president." "Well, your president has a strong aura." "Haha, thats true. But its pretty rare to hear her praise someone. You are quite good. You didnt move at all in one hour; its like you were born to be a model." The models they had before, whether they were professionals or amateurs, often moved around. Models like Wang Zheng were too rare. What ssmate Wang was most afraid of was the phrase "born to be a model." He didnt want to have anything more to do with this. "My mission is done. I need to go first." Du Qingqing smiled and said, "Goodbye, and thank you. Ask Susu to treat you to a meal." She couldnt help but smile. What an interesting person. It was no wonder Zisu and Meng Tian would fight over him, but he had a girlfriend already. What a pity! Nevertheless, art was always good. You can be the master in the world of art. When Wang Zheng found Aina waiting for him when he stepped out the door, a sudden warmth rushed to his heart. "Howe you are here?" "I was afraid of you getting eaten by those tigresses, so Im here to save you." "Did you see the president just now?" "Theres only one guy who walked out just now, but isnt the president a girl?" Aina asked with a sense of curiosity, then she finally tumbled when she saw the odd look on Wang Zhengs face. "Now you finally understand. It was so painful to be stared at by her for a whole hour." "You just made a contribution to art. Anyway, let me give you a reward." With this, she left a small peck on Wang Zhengs cheek, like a dragonfly skimming the surface of water. This was not enough. Wang Zheng took Aina in his arms and gave her a long french kiss. Aina could barely breathe. Wang Zheng wouldnt be nning to let go if they were not in public. "You are getting so much worse!" Aina murmured. Wang Zhengs eyes took on a hurt expression. "You shouldnt me it on me. If you really want to me something, you should me your beauty." "I didnt know you were good at speech. Why is it that I didnt see it before?" Aina rolled her eyes. "Well, Im a genius; I dont even need to learn." "A genius of 28!" "Great job! Make fun of me more! You are looking for trouble." "Ah, you want to bully me again!" Aina ran awayughing while Wang Zheng chased her. How good it would be if time could stop at this moment? Looking at the lovely princess in front of him, Wang Zheng was filled with happiness and pride. It didnt matter even if the world would end in the future. That was a problem for the future. As time went by day by day, the special training members were finally back. Masasi became the captain, while Zhang Shan had surprisingly be the vice captain. Zhou Mu would officially bring forward Zhang Shans double degree application to the school. Of course, personally, he suggested that Zhang Shan should have switched majors as well. Zhang Shan had shown his great potential in the special training. After all, he didnt even have any systematic training; all he did was work out to keep himself in shape. His physical fitness was one in a million. Due to the influence of his family, Zhang Shan did have an interest in physics. His ambition was shown during the military training, and after this special training, some factors were inspired too. He liked the feeling of battle. The full members of the team were: Masasi, Zhang shan, Ma xiao, Meng tian, and Jiang Bing. Bench yer: Guan tao. The whole school was anticipating this meeting; it would be so shameful if they got defeated in the home court. Zhang Shan received a warm wee when he got back to his dormitory. "Brother Shan, you are so wonderful! I think you are even stronger!" Chen xiu said, with a sense of jealousy. His own body was too thin. "Pftt, his brain must have gotten squeezed," ssmate Ailun ridiculed. Chapter 53: Seizing Control of the Rank Advancement Match Chapter 53: Seizing Control of the Rank Advancement Match Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Wang Zheng, what happened to you? Its such a pity you couldnt attend the training session!" said Zhang Shan. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders helplessly. "I couldnt help it. My bodys fatigue caught up with me. This happens for a couple days every month." Everyone around him stared nkly beforeughing out loud. "If you canugh at this, something is definitely up." "Hehe, Brother Shan, Brother Zheng has already gotten a girlfriend. Everyone is looking at him in envy," said Chen Xiu. "F*ck, its no wonder he is our dormitory leader. He is always one step ahead of us. Who is it? Could it be Ye Zisu?" asked Zhang Shan. Meng Tian was training with them after all, so it could not have been her. "Its not Ye Zisu. The new girl is even prettier than her. Her beauty is indescribable. I have never met such a beautiful and graceful girl before," said Chen Xiu as he gestured excitedly. "Is it true? Surely you are exaggerating? Nevertheless, congrattions to Brother Zheng!" Zhang Shans demeanor had changed considerably after his special training program had ended. It could be said that while an individual may be gifted with many talents, it is up to the individual to decide what suits him or her the most. With time, one would have to slowly change. As with Zhang Shan, he had felt this change, and despite his childhood dream of pursuing a career in the Natural Sciences, he was conflicted as he now also wanted to develop himself in the Military Science Department. He possessed an extremely logical mind and spatial awareness. This was extremely useful for swift decision making during a battle scenario. Most importantly, the battlefield gave Zhang Shan a feeling which he would never experience in the field of physics. On the other hand, Zhang Shan felt that Wang Zhengs situation was truly a pity. The special training was an exceptional opportunity which Wang Zheng failed to capitalize on. However, Wang Zheng possessed even greater talent in the field of physics, and perhaps this was actually the silver lining in the cloud. Yet Wang Zheng was not at all depressed, as he had Aina by his side. Aina helped bring color to Wang Zhengs life. There simply wasnt enough time each day. In addition to his dating life, Wang Zheng continued to train. Despite numerous attempts to call out Bonehead, his mentor never showed. Wang Zheng could only continue with activities that he himself hade up with. The Primal Regression technique had reached a bottleneck and no progress had been made for some time. However, he still couldnt rx. He could only continue to cultivate his inner strength and not go against the tide. When Meng Tian got back and received news of Wang Zheng getting a girlfriend, she seemed very calm. It was as though she didnt care. Even during her MMA training sessions, she continued to train normally. Furthermore, when she talked, it was only about training. It was as if she could not care less about Wang Zhengs dating life. The Art Societys modelling activity only happened once a week. The vast majority of the time, Wang Zheng spent his time with Aina. The two of them seemed to never run out of conversational topics. Wang Zheng would silently sit next to Aina and listen to the world of the An Empire and its culture. It was truly an elite world. Life had developed in the best way possible, but Aina felt that in the process of all this, its people had forgotten about the beauty of life. However, An was the ce that all the people of the Milky Way Gxy aspired to live in. Wang Zheng often talked about the interesting things that happened to him. His early life onlyprised of the spirit stick his dad used to hit him with. Following which, he met the Old Merchant. Now that he thought about it, the Old Merchant still possessed other tricks. Aina truly admired the Old Merchant. A seemingly simple book store owner possessed such vast knowledge; crouching tigers and hidden dragons truly did exist among themon popce. One should never look down on them. Although stories of Wang Zheng and Tyrant Sus awkward times were Ainas favorite, when the two of them spoke too enthusiastically, they would often mutter gibberish only understood by the two of them. Wang Zheng as a result still did not understand why Aina would fall in love with him. More or less everyone who knew them did not understand either. Aina gradually assimted into Ares Colleges school life. She was very clear that she had to forget her identity as the Princess in order to better enjoy her student life. This was not something a normal girl could do; however, Aina wasnt a normal girl. Like Ye Zisu, Yan Xiaosu, who often got extremely nervous around Aina, also discovered that Aina was blending in and trying to live a normal life while enjoying her time with Wang Zheng. This caused Yan Xiaosu to feel utmost reverence for Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng was a true man. No! A god of men! Even if Tyrant Su had always looked up to Wang Zheng, his respect had made Wang Zheng extremely happy. These two single brothers had finally gotten attached. This year, the two of them would not need to drink by thekeside as single men any longer. At Brothers Net Caf. Wang Zheng had to hone his CT skills every weekend. In addition, Aina loved the way Wang Zheng looked when he battled. In Ainas words, at that point in time, Wang Zheng looked exceedingly cool and amazing. Our dear Student Wang also had his own selfish motives. Honestly, he was more concerned about the rewards he would gain from winning. More importantly, a VIP room allowed a couple their privacy. There were too many students around, and if someone were to notice Aina and him doing scandalous things, his reputation would be ruined. s, even our dear Student Wang felt that he was spoiled. However, after thinking about it, this was a result of his ability! Yan Xiaosu also brought An Mei along. Student Yan wanted to demonstrate his skills in front of An Mei. With Rainbows help, Tyrant Su had finally managed to attain a bronze rank inpetitive y. That shiny insignia had improved Tyrant Sus reputation. He was now rushing towards the next rank, silver. Eventually, he hoped to achieve a gold rank, and he would do anything to obtain it so that he could meet his own standards. Yan Xiaosu and Wang Zheng both had the same thoughts in mind. Lovers needed a private space! Thus, Yan Xiaosu held An Meis small hands as he led her to a private room. He was truly obstructed. A rtionship between males and females is very mysterious. If a couple cannot progress at a point where mutual feelings are at an all-time high, it will only result in a friendship. Looking at it from another angle, such an oue would be very pathetic. Yan Xiaosu was confident that Wang Zheng had the same aim in mind. Otherwise, why would a noob-stomping elder run here? Boss was truly being a boss. Regardless of what he did, he would always n things ahead. Although, after saying all this, once they entered the battle, Wang Zheng would be extremely attentive. He wasnt like the others; if he didnt perform well, he would have to pay a price. Boneheads training did not allow for any failure. He could not remember the countless times he had been punished and electrocuted! Any more and he would have be an electrical conductor. "Do you know who your opponent will be this time?" Aina asked curiously. It was impossible for a member of An to not be interested in military matters. In An, every member of society had to go through two rounds of military training. Short of extraordinary circumstances, military training was typically unavoidable. As such, members of the royal family also had to undergo military training. As a result, An possessed the ability to rally the entire country to arms and possessed an extremely skilled poption. Even a game like CT was yed to the highest standards in An. 1 versus 1 or 5 versus 5? Wang Zheng looked at Aina and she blinked her eyes. "Lets make things difficult for you. How about 5 versus 5?" Wang Zheng smiled as he selected the 5 versus 5 option. "And if I win win, what will my prize be?" Aina cheekily winked at Wang Zheng. "Lets see how things go." Dear Student Wang looked as though he had been sshed with chicken blood. He would have to perform well this time. Entering Matchmaking. In the discussion forum, numerous individuals were currently waiting. 5 versus 5. Every yer in the server had heard of Skeleton. In fact, Skeleton was no longer a nameless and reputationless newbie. Now that he was famous, the moment he appeared, he would be the focus of the enemies. How would he fight? There were just too many variables. With Skeletons current win rate, he would likely be ced into an extremely high-skilled match. The Wargod No. 1s disadvantage in group fights would be evident. "Wee, everyone, to todays 5 versus 5 group match. I am Young Deer." "Hello, everyone. I am Bubbly Foam, and I will bementating with Young Deer for todays match. I have always looked up to Skeleton, and I cant believe that my first timementing one of his matches will be for a 5v5 group battle!" Bubbly Foam was a famous beauty amongmentators. This time she was specially invited by Young Deer. The two of them were the most well-known CTmentators. "It is my honor to be able to work together with Bubbly Foam. Let us see what kind of surprises Skeleton will show us today. Will his Wargod No. 1 be able to create miracles in a group battle?" Young Deer was extremely calm today. After suffering time and time again, even a pig would learn from its past mistakes. He would first observe the situation before making ament. The beauty smiled as she asked, "Young Deer, I heard that you hold certain prejudices against Skeleton. Is that true?" With her oval face, herughter showed her adorable dimples. It was no surprise why she was bursting with poprity. Professionalmentators not only receivedpensation for their work but possessed their own online shops. They earned quite a sum, even more than certain yers. Young Deer was also an old fox. He gave her a wry smile. "What do you think? Dont joke around. I am an extremely cautious person. This tightrope situation can easily be overturned. Especially since its a group battle. The only thing I can do is wish good luck to the ones who will be Skeletons teammates." "Really? Let us wait and see. Everyone, right now what everyone is seeing is the Newbie Arenas Legendary Skeletons group battle matchmaker." The discussion forum immediately exploded with chatter. What kind of battle would this be? The officials had already been riled up and were currently awaiting the results of the matchmaking. Pretty Outstanding Guy, Silver Rank 3 I Am Not A Noob, Bronze Rank 4 Dont Run Loli, Silver Rank 5 Tom, Dick, and Harry, Bronze Rank 1 Wang Zhengs win rate was too high. After seeing Tom, Dick, and Harrys portrait light up, it could be seen that this was a rank advancement match. He was trying to rise from Bronze Rank 1 to Silver Rank 5. On the enemy team, there were two silver ranks and three bronze ranks. Tom, Dick, and Harry was extremely nervous. He had to win two out of his three cement matches to advance in rank. He had already lost one and won one. This match would be the culmination of his hard work for the weekend. When he saw two silver ranks, he felt extremely happy. Unfortunately, there happened to be a noob on his team. At that point, his heart sank. Hang on... this ID seemed slightly familiar. Wasnt this the yer that was extremely popr right now? "The enemies have appeared. The red and blue teams both have an individuals hoping to advance to silver rank. This will be a battle where the yers will stake it all. We have seen Skeletons personal skill, but will it stand up to the test of a group battle?" Bubbly Foam smiled as she browsed through the opposing yers information. "Group battles arepletely different from solo fights. Most importantly, one has to coordinate andply with his team." Young Deer looked extremely calm, but deep down he was extremely happy. This time there was a chance. With the situation now, the opposing team would definitely focus their efforts on Skeleton. If he lost, it could be med on Skeleton. If they won, but Skeleton got destroyed, he could once again me Skeleton. This time he had more than a 50% chance of sess. However, what was depressing to Young Deer was the fact that Skeletons matchmade teammates were all extremely strong. The highest ranked yer was designated to be the team captain. Thus, the captain would be Pretty Outstanding Guy. "Everyone, this is Little Brothers advancement match. Please help me out. Please put in your best effort!" Tom, Dick, and Harry said anxiously. The advancement match was one which had to be seized by force. Relying on oneself was not enough; it required the strength of the team. Thus, he had to be more polite and sincere. Pretty Outstanding Guy gave him a slight smile. "Rx, our team has two silver ranks, while the enemy team also possesses two. However, we have a secret weapon." "My god, its Skeleton. Thats wonderful!" shouted I Am Not A Noob. He was clearly well-versed in thetest CT news and gossip. The two silver ranks were extremely calm. Higher ranks not noticing lower ranks was typically quite normal. Regardless, they had definitely heard of Skeleton. "I have an idea. I will take the topne and block two of the enemies. Skeleton will take midne and fight one of them. I think that shouldnt be a problem. Loli and the other two will lie in ambush and quickly dispatch the enemy. After that,e and assist me. They will definitely be taken by surprise." Chapter 54: An Act Deserving an Oscar! Death with a Thousand Knives! Chapter 54: An Act Deserving an Oscar! Death with a Thousand Knives! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Pretty Outstanding Guy said, "The captain has the power to assign tactics. Although Skeleton is famous, he only has experience on individual matches. The ranking list of team matches is determined by every single match, and this is from my experience." "Good move! We can gain advantages in the bottom, get back, and finish them off quickly," Tom, Dick and Harry said, with his fists punching in the air. "Seems like both sides have assigned tactics. The match is about to begin!" said Young Deer. At the same time, the number of viewers kept rising quickly, but it didnt break the record fromst match. The audience still felt unsure about what the level of skill would be shown in a 5v5 match. Team matches were usually not as exciting as individual matches. The so-called godlike pentakills only appeared when beginners were all over the ce. In this level of games, even if the team was losing, they would still try to avoid this situation. Moreover, once the teams went head to head, the Brittleskin was no doubt a trash teammate, One could escape one single sniper, but what if there were more? The official website posted an announcement. The publicity was much strongerpared to thest match against Wild King, but the effect was not as good as imagined. It would be untrue to say that Solon felt no pressure reading the data, because he had bet on the game. He was not worried about losing the game, but he didnt expect the audience to not be sold on it. The staff was busy too; obviously they were feeling the pressure as well. They were bound together for good or ill, and this game would affect their year-end bonus. The official side had done all they could, but some of the audience members were still not quite interested in the role a Brittleskin could y in the team match. Especially in a situation like this match, the Wargod No. 1 could only y a very limited role. It would be quite boring, no matter the result. Of course, the members of Skeleton Corps were the exception. Wild King...yed truant. After all, it was not the first time for him. Team match... As a scout, he was fully aware of the importance of an excellent mech in team matches. You could focus on one single enemy, but there were too many unpredictable factors in team matches, and the traps could be all linked with one another. Rainbow was not here because he was carrying out his task. One should be serious at work. Yan Xiaosu was enjoying the battle at its climax. Who would have thought that An Mei was a master as well? She was a bronze rank 3, which was even higher than him. In between Skeleton and a girl, he chose the girl. After all, he woulde to a miserable end if he were to ignore An Mei and flee. Chen Xiu and Yao Aillun obviously were not restrained; they were screaming and cheering already. "Antarctica Battlefield" In the world of ice and snow, ten mecha came from above. One minuteter, intelligent robots started to march towards each others bases. Pretty Outstanding Guy smiled and said "Follow my mechs execution. Victory is in grasp!" "Victory!" Tom, Dick, and Harry shouted, to pump himself up. Pretty Outstanding Guy drove his shiny, silver Saint Knight mech and marched towards the top. His mobile suit was a scout style as well, and his ability wase reliable enough to pin down two people. Wang Zheng took the middlene. It was the first time his Wargod No. 1 had stepped on snowy and icy roads, so Wang Zheng needed a bit of time to get used to it. The other three guys went to the bottomne and split into three nks. "Seems like our yer Skeleton is very confident, and he is not going be a burden on his teammates." Young Deer started to apply some eyedrops to his eyes. This was a sign he was getting ready. "The tactics are pretty good. A silver rank on the topne, and Skeleton is quite capable of taking the middle on his own. There is a 70 percent winning chance if the three guys at the bottom canplete their attack." Bubbly Foam made a very prating analysis. The number of spectators was increasing, but it was at a rather slow rate. Just then, the campaign had gone sour. The five mecha of the blue team surprisingly did not split up. Instead, they headed towards the bottomne together. What was going on? They intended to concentrate on breaking through, but even if they could kill all three in the bottom, the fort they defended would be destroyed anyway. What was the use of all that effort if they lost the game? "Our blue team is very creative, but we dont know whether or not they can move fast enough," said Young Deer. Crush the bottom, go back to support the middle, but there was no way they could make it to the top. Wasnt this bullsh*t? Bubbly Foam thought to herself, "These five idiots, if they wanted to fight together, they should have gone into the middle to kill Skeleton." Everyone was kind of speechless, as this fight waspletely unorthodox. The strategy was too low-level. If they could dy well and have three yers retreat slowly, they could have a rather good result. Their tactics were just too weak for such a match. "Damn, we paid money to watch a match at the kindergarten level!" "What are they even thinking? Thats ridiculous!" "If you wanna go all in, you should go to the middle!" "The two yers trying to win the promotion match have really bad luck." The yers in the match could not hear thements. Loli Dont Run was talking to the two other yers in hisne. "Hurry up and kill the two of them as soon as possible so that we can go back and aid the topne!" "Dont worry, lets go all out!" Tom, Dick, and Harry and I Am Not a Noob were very excited, as they were fans of Skeleton. Mecha from the opposite side soon appeared. The two mecha seemed like they were on their own, just two bronze ranked yers. They were seeking their own demise. "Dont let them run! Hurry!" Loli Dont Run drove his shiny Silver Hunter mech and rushed over. Upon seeing the silver yer making his move, the two bronze yers, without a word, rushed out as well. But just at this time, snow started flying off in all directions, and three mecha nked from the side with guns zing. Theser rifles roared, and the two mecha on the front alsounched an attack. Loli Dont Run had only fired one shot, and it had missed the target. He was then killed by concentrated fire. The two remaining bronze yers had to resist while retreating. Though the situation was quite disappointing, Tom, Dick, and Harry was not too angry. "Everyone is in the bottomne; go ahead to middle and top!" This information was useful enough, especially for the yer in the topne. The ability of a silver rank 3 was sufficient for winning this battle. Tom, Dick, and Harry was trying his best to stall for time. Every minute they stalled improved their chances of victory... "AH! My inte..." Tom, Dick, and Harry heard a sound: Pretty Outstanding Guy had gone offline I Am Not a Noob was distracted. All of a sudden he was hit and his mech exploded. Only one remained. The ice and snow slowed down the speed of the mecha. But the opponents were driving scout mechs, and hence their situation was not as bad. Five mechs came to surround Tom, Dick, and Harry, and in the middle was a Radiant Type A mech. It stopped for a second as if it was ying with its prey, then it shot Tom, Dick, and Harry in the head. Triple kill! The Radiant Type A was a typical pay-to-win mech. It was made in the An Empire. The yer Natural King was a bronze rank 1. He was ying to get promoted to silver rank, and he just gotten a triple kill. At first, the audience was quiet for a while. What followed was a buzz ofments. What had just happened? At the moment he got shot, Tom, Dick, and Harry was stupefied. Then he realized that it wasnt unstable inte connection, this was a damn trap, a shameless seven versus three. "Damn, it just a qualifying round. Why so impudent?!" All of the hard-earned points from a whole week were wiped out in a day. This was too aggravating. F*ck! Was it something extraordinary to be rich? Natural King could not hold back hisughter. "Sure enough, winning is in my destiny. Regardless of who kills Skeleton, so long as he dies, I will give an extra twenty thousand federal coins to everyone." It was entertainment, and there were a lot of ways to y. Like Yan Xiaosu had asked people to help out for his promotion match, but it was not as crazy as this time. Young Deer and Bubbly Foam nced at each other and said, "Seems like we just saw a pretty rare game. Pretty Outstanding Guy can win an Academy Award for his performance just now." To ensure victory, some people would ask for game throwers. The most effective way was to choose a time to matchmake together; this way your chosen game throwers would be in the same match.. In these sort of "acting" games, we have to say, Pretty Outstanding Guy and Loli Dont Run acted pretty well. One took the lead to get killed, while the other went offline. It was quite useless if one wanted toin. These sorts of games happened from time to time, but they didnt happen very often because it was quite expensive. No one would have thought that Skeleton would get involved in this match. The five people all selected scout mechs just for their speed. Skeleton had gone to the middle, so he should have been able to aid the situation. From this point in time, the viewer count started to decrease rapidly. Solon and the staff became wild-eyed. Damn, what sort of crazy luck would one have to see something like this? From now on, there wasnt much to watch. Five scout mechs, one Radiant Type A, four Takrama Type Bs. Under these circumstances, the match became a game of cat and mouse with five cats in the game. The audience didnt spend the money just to be tortured; this match was too disgusting. There were no techniques involved, it was just a sham. Natural King, on the other hand, made an outrageous unt. "Im just too rich, so I y for the sense of invincibleness. You are merely a Brittleskin; let me terminate you!" It was a bummer for him that he couldnt achieve a pentakill. The members of Skeleton Corps were stupefied too. What in the world just happened? This group of people was too shameless; what was the point of winning this way? "I dont know whether its called all warfare is based on deception. Though its not so fair, Skeleton still has to face the situation. Will he surrender or will he quit?" Young Deer said as though he was forced to. But anyone with a discerning eye could easily see that he wasughing inside "What a pity. We were looking forward to an exciting battle. Unfortunately, the ending is that the miracle of Skeleton hase to an end!" On the battlefield, five scout mecha were heading to corner Wargod No. 1. At this time, instead of elerating and going to attack the fort, the Wargod No. 1 walked directly towards them. Actually, with Skeletons speed, it was still possible to win the game. "Skeleton, my god, forget it. Lets forfeit the game and make aint. They are so shameless!" I Am Not a Noob cried in anger. His voice was quite young. Tom, Dick, and Harry sighed and said, "Yeah, these folks are shameless; dont let them have an easy win. If they were to kill you, we would be angry." Wang Zheng didnt answer. He preferred to let his actions speak. Just like what Bonehead said, the best way to deal with ones enemies was to kill them. An aura of death could be seen in Wang Zhengs eyes. System Alert: blizzarding, blizzarding. The Wargod No. 1 was still marching towards the five scout mecha. "I have to say, Skeletons decision is just impulsive; thats really unwise. If it was me, I would have definitely forfeited the game and thenined," Young Deer slowly said. Bubbly Foam took a brief nce at Young Deer and said, "Some people will never understand what courage is." Chapter 55: Winning Without Trying?! (Explode!) Chapter 55: Winning Without Trying?! (Explode!) Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Young Deer was not angry at Bubbly Foams idealistic view. He gave her a wry smile and said, "Courage is sometimes just an ordinary man putting on a brave front." The forum was inplete confusion; everyone was in shock. There was no undoing what had been done. The result would be broadcasted live. Although it was infuriating, nothing could be done as no one had expected this situation. There were many people who often skirted the line between what was right and what was not. If anything, one could only me their bad luck for the current situation. Having good teammates was entirely a function of luck. The blizzards urrence had caused the mechas speed to decrease while severely obscuring everyones vision. However, such a blizzard would notst long, and better mecha would not be affected as severely by the environmental conditions. Many people could no longer watch the show. Although there were still people tuning into the livestream, it could notpare to the number of viewers leaving. There was only half as many viewers as before. It was clear that many people were unwilling to see the result. Solon was bbergasted. This was the first day of which his grand n was being rolled out. On the Moon, McLaren was also watching intently, a cup grasped tightly in his hand. Sometimes, one needed luck to achieve sess. "Make sure he cant escape. Give me the finishing blow. If I get the kill on him, I will increase your reward by 30,000 coins!" Natural King was very excited; it was as though his happiness was at its peak! Having the chance to kill Skeleton in front of such arge audience would be absolutely amazing. This was why he loved ying CT. He enjoyed crushing his enemies with the help of his wealth, dominating them until they screamed for their parents. The radar suddenly started beeping. The Wargod No. 1 had appeared in their attacking range. The blizzard was slowly receding. Although it had a slight impact on the situation, the effect was mostly negated. Both teams elerated towards each other, with the blue team maintaining their formation. The rich man was protected in the center with his four other teammates surrounding him closely. In such a situation, the power of the individual mech was even more obvious. So what if it was Skeleton? So what if it was a Wargod No. 1? Miracles did note around every day. The Wargod No. 1s speed increased more and more. It flew over the rugged, icy terrain with great agility, and it waspletely different from its initial eleration speed. Yet one had to know that exceptional speed might not be the best approach, as braking in such slippery terrain was perilously hard. Laser fire nketed the snowy ins, coating it with a resplendent array of lights. Wang Zheng calmly advanced amidst the salvo of fire, holding hisser rifle in his left hand while his right hand clutched an alloy knife. He had finally entered the blue teams firing range. Boom! It was apetition in ones uracy! "F*ck, the damned snow is affecting my vision!" "No need to aim, just spray and pray. With so many of us here, we are bound to destroy him!" "F*ck, if any of you guys actually destroy him, we will lose ourpensation!" After Natural King spoke, the 4 other yers reduced their rate of fire. However, Skeletons speed did not decrease. He continued to advance, with hisser rifle constantly firing. Boom! Boom! Boom! "Your mom! That bastard hit us!" "Ive been hit!" "What are you worried about? You have energy shields; these explosions are meaningless!" Skeletonsser hit them again and again. The other four no longer cared about the extra prize. If they lost, they would absolutely lose all of their reputation. A firefight ensued as explosions echoed around the battlefield. At this point, the Wargod No. 1 suddenly leaned over. It had actually started skirting around the battlefield at a 45 degree angle to the ground using inertia to maintain his bnce! Skeleton held hisser rifle in his left hand, calmly firing not at one target but at all five of the mecha simultaneously! However, the five of them were still standing in a row, firing wildly. Skeletons Wargod No. 1 was like a snowy ghost, weaving in and out, while theser beams were only able to cause explosions of snowy flowers as they missed him again and again. Ironically, this obstructed their vision even more. "F*ck. He disappeared! No, wait! Hes next to us!" A loud ringing sound could be heard in each of the blue teams mecha, indicating an enemy was in extremely close proximity. All of them had already drawn their lightsabers. At this point, a pile of snow exploded and Skeletons Wargod No. 1 could be seen falling from the sky, and the five scout mecha were already fully prepared to fight. "Destroy him!" shouted Natural King hysterically. At this point in time, it didnt matter who killed him. Snow slowly drifted down. The five seemingly sluggish scout mecha suddenly burst into action. Truth be told, they were not inexperienced noobs. Even the worse one among them was a bronze yer. Although Natural King looked dumb, his mech reacted the fastest. His lightsaber was the first one to lunge towards the Wargod No. 1. At this point, the Wargod No. 1s brakes kicked in and the mech plummeted. Pushing the mech to its limit, the Wargod No. 1 used its great plummeting speed to increase its speed of rotation as it spun downwards. The Wargod No. 1 fell straight into the center of the enemies. Lasers firing, the alloy knife dancing amongst a string of blossoming flowers of fire. Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! ... DOUBLE KILL! TRIPLE KILL!! QUADRUPLE KILL!!! (The system announcements increased in volume intensity with each consecutive kill.) Bang! The Radiant Type A Mechs energy shield was destroyed and the mech was knocked down by the Wargod No. 1, his feet pressed firmly on the mech. Aser rifle was pointed directly at Natural Kings head. Natural King waspletely defeated. All he had seen was an explosion of snow, followed by a ring of light which brought with it a string of fiery explosions... before silence. "No... Please dont kill me! Let me win! I will give you a 100,000 coins!" Natural King shouted. This was hisst chance. "You either live as a coward, or you are reborn again in battle!" Boom... Skeletonsser rifle shed 4 times. Mech destroyed! PENTAKILL!!!!! The system announcer screamed wildly! GOD!!!!!!! Red Team WIN! A cry rang out. Bubbly Foam jumped up excitedly. She hadpletely forgotten her previous analysis and was instead endlessly roaring in excitement. Everyone went mad! "Boss! Boss! Its about to explode! Its going to explode! Its DEFINITELY EXPLODING!" In the livestream chatroom, the viewership counters dwindling number of viewers suddenly exploded upwards, like a rocketunching into space. In a short span of time, it had reached the stratosphere. Solons hand clutched the tables edge tightly. "I want an immediately analysis of the video!" hemanded. "Boss! Its a call from headquarters!" Solon paused for a moment, calming himself before saying, "Put it through." It was McLaren. "Congrattions, Solon!" "Thank you, Chairman!" Although it was a simple congrattions, the meaning was extraordinary. It was as McLaren had said: sess required a certain element of luck. "Boss, the two new servers to amodate for increased traffic are full. The number of VIPs has exceeded 500,000!" Even his workers were rambling incoherently at this point. "Boss, the ones who have be VVIPs have exceeded 200,000. We have set a new record!" "Boss, the number of hits have exceeded 2,000,000!" The situation was extremely wonderful for Solon. "You either live as a coward, or you are reborn again in battle!" Solon mused over those words. No one else left the livestream. Those who had left, upon hearing the news, immediately regretted their decision. At Brothers Net Caf, Yan Xiaosu, who was hugging An Mei, gave her a deep kiss while cheering excitedly. This time, An Mei did not reject his advances! There truly existed such tyrannical people in this world. Congrattions, yer Tom,Dick, and Harry, you have been promoted to silver rank 5. Tom, Dick, and Harry stared nkly as he sat at home. How was this possible??? He had been promoted. He had failed for an entire month, but he had seeded under such impossible circumstances?! Young Deers eyes were about to pop out of their sockets. That bastard could win even under such circumstances. How could anyone survive that onught?! This was the Skeleton Corps festival. "IM NOT AFRAID!" Countless people from numerous backgrounds were all shouting and cheering together. This was the greatest disy of strength! This was what it meant to be a hero! No one left as they were waiting for the video analysis toe out. You either live as a coward or are reborn again in battle! The huge title came out and numerous people rushed over. The ones who were already streaming were extremely lucky. A slow-motion video started ying. Only by analyzing the battle frame by frame could one see what had urred during the blizzard. The blue teams unscrupulous blind firing did not even manage to hit a hair of the Wargod No. 1. They were overconfident. On the other hand, the Wargod No. 1s control was like that of a snow ghost. What was supposed to be a restriction on mecha ended up bing the Wargod No. 1s strength. "This is the Advancing God Drive technique executed while sliding! F*ck. How is this possible!?" Young Deer suddenly screamed. Although his personality left much to be desired, his knowledge was superb. The blizzard affected the uracy of the five mecha, but it did not affect the Wargod No. 1. Every shot made by the Wargod No. 1 hit its target. At this point, the video was edited to show a 360 degree view of the situation. Regardless whether the Wargod No. 1 was sliding and firing from left to right or right to left, every single hitnded at the exact same position. This showed that the individual had supreme confidence in his firing skills. This proved that thest fight with Wild King was not a fluke! Skeletons Wargod No. 1 was calm and coldblooded as he ughtered his enemies on the snowy in. This was in contrast to its maniacal maneuvers. However, Skeletons strategy of a closebat approach was extremely dangerous. As the Wargod No. 1 leaned forward during its advance, its momentum allowed the mech to keep its mechanical frame close to the ground. Thus, even with such uncertain terrain underfoot, the Wargod No. 1 had managed to maintain full control and could elerate quickly. Furthermore, it was from a direction no one expected. As a result, this dangerous approach was actually the safest method to victory! Although everyone understood that, executing it was apletely different story. In the blink of an eye, the Wargod No. 1 had rushed in front of the blue team. Natural King and the rest had already drawn their des and were prepared to chop Skeleton into pieces. However, the brilliant use of an emergency brake maneuver had thrown them off. Upon braking, the Wargod No. 1s engine went into reverse and allowed the mech to forcefullynd; all of this was part of Skeletons calctions. What happened next was terrifying to behold. The was a move that could have only been executed after sheer practice and endless repetition in a deadly snow environment. Carlmans Tornado of Death! That year, Mars Carlman had faced 15 enemies on Mars icefield and won with this very move. However, that was done in a mech that was specially adapted for the blizzard environment! This was a Wargod No. 1, a mechpletely unsuited for the weather! Even if one used the Tornado of Death, it was unfeasible that one would emerge unscathed! Once the video analysis came out, everyone could a feel a sense of fervent bewilderment. As the video was yed back frame by frame, it was clear that the sparks flying off Skeletons alloy knife were not made by attacking his opponents. Rather, the sparks were from Skeleton deflecting sabre strikes from the blue team! In the blink of an eye, Skeleton had deflected all of their attacks and followed up with shots fired from hisser rifle. In such close proximity, Skeleton managed to deliver headshots at near point nk range! Within this short exchange, he had killed four of them! The closer one was to the enemy, the more intense the fight would be. In addition, the previous fight had exhausted them, and it would have been more than enough to destroy them. However, what was most important was that bastards control! His mind and body were synchronized to such a degree; an ordinary person could not possible replicate what he did. Tornado of Death + dual wielding a gun and de! The video paused at this moment. Theser rifle and alloy knife were pointed in different directions and held at different angles. The mech itself was pointed in a third direction. This was the multi-tasking ability to dual wield! When the match ended, people were already going crazy. After watching the analysis, everyone went absolutely ballistic! This was truly an example of godly piloting! PENTAKILL!!!!! It would forever be engraved in their hearts! However, another word was to be announced... GOD! This was the legendary announcement. Being able to kill five enemy mecha alone, (dealing at least 80% of the damage to each one), while obtaining five kills within five minutes; even if it was a chain of kills, it would trigger the announcement of the highest prestige in the CT battlefield: GOD!!! The Skeleton God had finally descended! Chapter 56: Popular Mecha Chapter 56: Popr Mecha Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The cheers and apuse were thunderous, and the two announcers barely had any time left to speak. Given a battle of this sort, they were at a loss too. The interview that was nned for Skeleton after the match didnt happen as Skeleton had already left. Actually, student Wang had waited for a while. But after realizing that no one was paying any attention to him, he got embarrassed and left. He felt that there actually wasnt any questions that were worth asking. Ten thousand dors for a question, how could such offers be real? "Brother Xiu! Brother Xiu! Please count me in; Im the one who was fighting with Skeleton God in that battle. Im not a noob, please I beg you, let me join." "I Am Not A Noob" had already made dozens of applications to join, but Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were already very busy. That damned nouveau riche, where had he gone at this critical period of time? The moment Rainbow got on the line, his first words were: "It is so bustling; what did I miss?" "Giant Rainbow! Go take a look, quick! Tornado of Death and Double Control, Skeleton God did the impossible again! Ultimate god penta-kill! Rainbow was stunned for a moment, then he came a sudden burst of vulgarities. He quickly rushed into the VVIP where the rity and definition were the best. Although the match was ending, the numbers of spectators were not reducing. This could be done over and over again. "Damn it! Ive practiced the Tornado of Death for a month only to end up taking a stroll at the starting area!" "I used to think that this move was only good-looking and that it was always better to be simple and practical on the battlefield. But I did not expect this kind of trick to be used in actualbat. It defies the gods!" "These kinds of moves are very dangerous, ah! I saw someone use it once; they spun one circle and only ended up making themselves dizzy." "Double Control, Ive heard that to train for it, one is required to practise using chopsticks with both hands." Wang Zheng retreated, opened his arms, and said, "Lovely little princess,e here and give me a hug." Aina couldnt contain her feelings of admiration for Wang Zheng. The difficult level of this kind of attack would never be possible without having gone through very tough training. "How did you do it?" she asked as she walked over obediently. Wang Zheng held Aina gently and ced her on hisp. He could finally show off a little, "Im telling you! I am a genius! I am going to collect my payment now, with interest on top of that." Aina rolled her eyes, giving a look of having been smitten. Girls should be conquered, and she loved Wang Zheng when he was overbearing and courageous. Wang Zheng only let go of Aina after a round of hot kissing to let her catch her breath. Aina gently punched Wang Zheng. "You are so daring! Other people wouldnt even breathe the air that I exhale, but you are bullying me every day. I didnte from far away only to let you bully me." "You are the Princess of An, but here, I am the one who takes charge!" Wang Zheng said. And without giving Aina a chance to protest, he started kissing her passionately again. If you are not convinced, I am going to kiss you until you are! Before long, Aina could only obey. But this rascals tongue was very cheeky, and he started to french kiss her with his tongue. At this moment, something hit the door and in rushed Yan Xiaosu. Wang Zheng and Aina quickly separated, but only at the lips. Wang Zheng could not throw Aina off, nor could he ever bring himself to. "Yan Xiaosu, are you trying to seek death!?" This rascal, of all the times to arrive. He would only arrive when he wanted to. An Mei was behind him. When she saw this scene, she understood what was going on. She also got bullied in this way before. "Shishi,e here! This pair of brothers is good for nothing! They just want to have their way with usdies all the time." "You arrived at the perfect time!" Ainas face was red. "Heh heh, dont me me, Boss. This is a big development. Skeleton God has soared again, getting a pentakill. Its not just a godly pentakill, but a super godly pentakill!" Yan Xiaosu had a feeling that he was about to fly. Because of this feeling, he kissed An Mei. He was finally advancing the rtionship between the both of them. Wang Zheng was taken aback by this guys impulsive behaviour. It was fortunate that he did not tell him. Even the little things like this would surprise Yan Xiaosu. "You will treat us to a round of meals!" It was also not known whether An Mei was always hanging around Aina intentionally. If so, she was a professional at it. "No problem! No problem! Boss, let me tell you. If you want to progress, you have to believe in Skeleton God!" Yan Xiaosu said at the back. "Youre always missing the main point, you rascal!" Wang Zheng said while shaking his head. Looking at the two girls walking in front, Yan Xiaosu finally came to his senses. How could beauty be so cold!? He realized that Boss was still smarter; he could slowly view the rey when he gets back. But if he offended An Mei, he could say goodbye to happy times. "Lets go! Tonight well have a good feast!" "You pick the ce, its my treat," Wang Zheng said. Come to think of it, after so many battles, it was about time to distribute the money. "Wow, had I known this, I shouldnt have eaten earlier" Yan Xiaosu said whileughing. "Then we should eat more!" An Mei ridiculed Wang Zheng as if she had to in order to feelfortable. "Shishi, you wouldnt mind, right?" "As you wish." The four of themughed. Jokes aside, Wang Zheng could feel the battle energy in his chest getting stronger. He didnt understand the death gyro; it was totally an instinctive reaction. The plum pile training was based on the concept of pace. Only by using this kind of attack could he maintain his center of gravity. He borrowed the momentum of the moment to execute it. As for double control, given Skeletons crazy training routine, what was thispared to that? Ainas heart was still beating very hard. The reason was because she realized that she was losing more and more control of herself. Wang Zhengs every move was making her smitten. What was wrong with her... Data bulletin regarding the Wargod No. 1 regr armor: The sr systemstest three most popr armor: Heavenly Umbra Cmity Type 3: An Super Mecha, all-weather scout type. Aggressivebat effectiveness, but it is difficult to operate. It is still difficult even in CT, but if it can be yed to its highest potential, it can crush the gods, also known as the Terminator models. Antis "Dragons Roar": Antis Republics Super Mecha. It is the king of naval warfare. In water battlefields, it is known as an overpowered mech. It is the favorite of yers who love naval warfare. Wargod No. 1: Practice Machine The popr quarterlypetition was very intense. The database was also updated constantly, but for some high-end mecha, their performance could not be copiedpletely. But in general, they performed at about 90% of the actual thing. These mecha were highly sought after by the high-end yers. Currently in military research, the major federations, republics, and empires were mainly focused on funding the development of mecha. Since the ban on weapons of mass destruction, warships and mecha were now the key assets in battle. The high mobility of the mecha had be an increasingly important stat. Many scientists predicted that as technology advanced and the mecha became smaller in size, the mecha would be the main power inbat. Thebination of human and mechanical civilization would be at its highest level. However, under such fiercepetition, for the permanently free Wargod No. 1 to rise to bing the third most popr mech was already a miracle. Many people initially thought that it was an official mistake, or that thetest of a super mech was called the Wargod No. 1. When Skeletonstest match ended, the Wargod No. 1 just barely squeezed past the Republic of Madagascars Demon King Super Mech to take third ce. Skeleton Corps members were now no longer just from Asia, not even just from Earth. Even yers from Mars as well as the Moon were starting to join. The most recent victory marked the 9-game winning streak. This win rate wasnt that amazing; there were masters who had more than 20-game winning streaks. But no one was able to achieve such a win rate with the Wargod No. 1. The yers had also realized that in the recent two battles, Skeleton seemed to have been under the influence of some intense aggressiveness. Natural King was also unlucky; his titlested for three months in the end under the eyes of the audience. Did he think that everyone was blind to his unscrupulous actions of bribing other yers? But no one was concerned about his antics anymore; some even wanted to thank him. Without the effort he put in, how could the battle have been so exciting? The only real pity was that the originally nned interview ultimately never took ce. The official statement given was that the announcers were too shocked after watching the battle and the staff forgot to remind them. This was quickly exined and forgotten. Bubbly Foam also expressed her apology on her own social media tform. Although she had casted a lot of intense high-tier games, she was baffled by his battle and thus forgot to ask the questions. People would always be more forgiving towards a beautiful girl. Also, Skeletons words were a ssic that had be quite popr. When the battle was about to end, he said the words "You either live as a coward, or be reborn again within battle!" "And with a chorus of amen, hallelujah etc.. the opponent will be finished. Although it was a terrible mech, no one was able to stop yers from using the Wargod No. 1. Besides, it could change the persons attitude, forcing them to be more cautious and to pay attention to the environment. Although not using the Wargod No. 1 would only result in victory, such a victory was not as cool nor as satisfying. This trend had been gaining more and more poprity; it was the most popr in Asia. Of course, amidst this bustling scene, some experts had begun to stir. Their positions at the high tiers had received strong challenges, and questions had been asked. But at the same time, for an expert to fight against the lower-tier arena would be an embarrassment for them. The high-tier and low-tier scenes were two totally different things. What was achieved in the low tier would be impossible in the high-tier. The opponents were not pigs, and they were not prone to rash decisions. The pentakill (killing the others without taking more than 80% damage) was the limit. The knowledgeable people knew that this was the reality; only those at a lower tier would make a fuss over this. Only neers like Wild King would ept this kind of stupid invitation. The others would be dismissive; even a win would be distasteful. Fighting in these kinds of battles would be akin to lowering ones own standings. Although the scene was bustling, the professionals and master yers did notment. But some uncouth people had proudly announced that they were able to single-handedly destroy Skeleton, attracting the ire of the rest of the yers. Chapter 57: Turns Out Science Students Could Be Like This Chapter 57: Turns Out Science Students Could Be Like This Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Regardless of the situation, Solon was extremely happy. He had set a new record, so the first step of his n had seeded. He felt as though a huge weight was off his shoulders. If it had not happened, the consequences would be unimaginable. Right now, Solons new priority was regarding Lin Huiyins concert on Earth. Thepany Natural Echoing Sounds was quite mysterious. They seemed as though they had no concern for money. Although Lin Huiyin was extremely popr, most of her endorsement events were for public welfare. Even though they had no regard for money, Solon was still extremely hard working, so he managed to broker excellent terms for their arrangement. Regardless if it was the n for Skeleton or for the Asian CT region, all of it would rise to a new level soon. It has to be said that the TV rights for broadcasting the concert had already been bought at sky high prices. Furthermore, this was Lin Huiyins first time performing on Earth. Naturally, the policemen of the capital were extremely busy and nervous. The more people there were, the more important it was to prevent troublemakers from arising. Recently, with the Princesss visit to the Sr System Federation, Earth had an increase in exposure. With Lin Huiyining down to release her new record, it showed that the An Empire was willing to cooperate with the Sr System Federation. In terms of socioeconomics and especially when it came to technology, the Sr System Federation was severelycking and required the assistance of the An Empire. Despite all this, they still wanted to retain a sense of bearing and hence had to do a good job. It was rumored that arge portion of the VIP tickets had already been reserved by the higher echelons in the numerous social and economic circles. However, the concert was still predominantly for the youth, especially those still in school. Huiyins biggest fans were in charge of obtaining the tickets for everyone, but even they had issues obtaining them. Wang Zheng held no interest towards this; he felt that paying a sum to listen to the concert on his Skylink was sufficient. However, he could not help but be affected by the excitement as the hype for the concert far exceeded that of the Tri-College Exchange and Competition. Tyrant Su was willing to pay any price to make An Mei happy. It was hard to imagine that he had managed to obtain two tickets. Even without saying how much he had spent on them, his dedication and effort had made her very happy. What was truly fortunate was that Aina and Wang Zheng felt the same way. Although they liked the music, they were not rabid fans. The schools preparations had gone into full swing. Zhang Shan was barely seen and Wang Zheng had only bumped into Meng Tian just once ever since she came back from her special training. It could be said that this time, the training was extremely secretive. Wang Zheng continued to attend ss and train as per normal, spending the rest of his time with Aina. The two of them enjoyed exploring the capital together and Wang Zheng had even managed to amass a small fortune. After hisst treat, he realized that his bank ount had received tens of thousands of credits. This was a huge sum to Wang Zheng, enough to make it so that he no longer had to worry about his future school fees and living expenses. Although Aina was a princess, she was not haughty. On the other hand, she was not interested in expensive things but enjoyed the simple streetside attractions. Wang Zhengs first gift was a small ss pendant with a bear engraved onto it. It was carved by hand and only cost 10 credits. He felt that it looked adorable and thus bought it on impulse. However, he did not expect the quality to be so... shabby. However, Aina still loved it and wore it. Dear Student Wang couldnt help but feel extremely fortunate. Sometimes he even wondered if this was the legendary "sweetness after bitterness." It was no wonder people often said that college life was the most beautiful, even if it was a military college. Two tables in the canteen were joined together. A small group of people with solemn expressions were gathered around it before they suddenly burst out intoughter. "What in the world, how could this be possible?!" Tyrant Su said depressingly. His face was full of make up and was barely any differentpared to that of an opera performer. [1] An Mei smiled as she patted Yan Xiaosu. "Good boy, time for another round." She took out a tube of lipstick and drew another cross onto an empty spot on his face. The ones ying were Wang Zheng, Yan Xiaosu, Yao Ailun, Chen Xiu, Aina, Ye Zisu, An Mei, and Du Qingqing. Card games were eternal and they were ying ckjack. When the guys lost, the girls would use lipstick to draw on their faces. If the girls lost, slips of paper would be stuck to their faces. Without question, the two most impressive yers were Wang Zheng and Yao Ailun. Chen Xiu and Tyrant Su were the sacrifices. On the side of the girls, Aina and Du Qingqing were extremely pitiful; numerous strips of papers had been stuck onto them. Although Wang Zheng was slightly reluctant to do so, Aina was extremely happy. "Wang Zheng! Have you and Yao Ailun trained in this before? Why arent you two losing?!" Du Qingqing asked in frustration. The two of them were targets of hostility. Yao Ailun adjusted his golden rimmed spectacles, his eyes shing with wisdom. "This is actually just a simple mathematical problem. You can easily calcte the odds." "Wang Zheng! How about you?! I have never seen you doing any calctions!" An Mei stared at him as she shouted, "Even my Tyrant Su cannot keep this up any longer!" Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders nonchntly and said, "I have good luck." In actuality, Wang Zheng was also calcting the odds. However, it was all instinctive; doing such mental calctions was extremely easy for him. Furthermore, he was ying with a bunch of newbies. When he yed with the Old Merchant, that was when things turned nasty. The two of them had set upon an agreed time limit and even tried to distract each other actively. However, Wang Zheng usually lost so terrifyingly that one would piss their pants. Although the Old Merchant was extremely old, it was amazing how agile his mind still was. "If you call this luck, then I think you should be known as the God of Gamblers!" Ye Zisuughed, "Shishi, is this your first time ying this?" Aina smiled and nodded her head. Actually, it didnt matter what game they yed; it was the atmosphere that mattered most. Aina was like a curious baby with a cute expression on her face. Wang Zheng sneakily tugged at Ainas hand from below the table. The guys were very casual, but the girls were extremely focused. "I dont want to y anymore. ying with you Physics Department students is just too exhausting. Thepetition is going to start in three days and I dont even know how Zhang Shan and Meng Tian are doing. The two of them are the pride of us freshmen. I hope they can win some glory for our sake!" An Mei said, before taking a wet towel to clean Yan Xiaosus face. "We have Masasi this time, so there shouldnt be any problems right?" Yan Xiaosu said. "Dont be overly confident in the Moon mans strength. Apollo and Zeus College are not to be trifled with. This time we are just aiming not to lose too disastrously!" Yao Ailun said as he smiled. "Brother Ailun, it cant be that exaggerated, right? Isnt our team really strong this time?" Chen Xiu asked curiously. "Hehe, how could we be the only college to recruit foreign talent? The strong want to get stronger. Furthermore, they will do their best to train the most talented. Although Earths standards are lower, if you think about it, numerous elites of An are from Earth!" Yao Ailun replied cooly, mimicking Agent 007.[2] "Doesnt that mean that we are going to get destroyed?" Chen Xiu ask frustratedly. Even the girls felt slightly worried. "We have no other choice. From what I know, the other two colleges possess extremely strong experts." "How do you know?" Du Qingqing asked doubtfully. "Hehe, Im sure you all know of Wild King. That bastard is a new freshman from Apollo College. He is currently a member of Skeletons Army and he loves to y CT. However, even with his skill, he is only fit to be a substitute." The rest of them looked at each other, but Yao Ailun looked as though he had not finished speaking. "This exchange is extremely important. The ones who perform exceptionally will gain the privilege of representing Earth in the Sr System Federations Military School Grand Tournament. Thus, some of those individuals who usually do notpete will be out as well." Ye Zisu nodded her head. "What he says is true. The mecha used for thepetition have been sponsored by OMG. Those who participate in thepetition upon graduation will likely be a pir of the army. Most of them directly enter the Sr System Federation Army." The group had stunned looks on their faces. Although the Sr System Federation was part of the Milky Way Alliance, within it were threerge factions. The Earth Federation, the Moon Federation, and the Mars Federation. Each of them had their own garrison of troops and they were of a lower rankpared to the Sr System Federations army. The Sr System Federation possessed the troops of the highest caliber and their strength was something an ordinary army could notpete with. Military students all aspired to enter the Sr System Federation Army as that was the only way to enter the broader stage to expand their horizons. "It cant be. Wouldnt we be cheering for nothing? Everyone was hoping that we would have an exhrating victory!" An Mei said dejectedly. It could be seen that these werent just words to frighten them. "Everything is dictated by ones strength. How could it be easy to rise from the bottom? Furthermore, Masasi cant be relied upon when alls said and done. He might just leave at any moment," Yao Ailun said, as he cleaned his spectacles. "I couldnt tell that you were such a pessimistic individual." An Mei said, as she looked at Yao Ailun. Yao Ailun gave a wry smile. " I just like to pursue the truth." "F**k, we will just react to the situation. We arent from the Military Department, so lets just await Lin Huiyins concert." Yan Xiaosu changed the subject. Wang Zheng felt great regret. Such a great opportunity would definitely be a lot harder than his CT games. No matter how hard it was to y CT, he could not experience the collision and intertwining of life and death in it. Ah, it was all going so well, but that d**ned Bonehead had to ruin everything. With his strength, even if he could not be a main member, he would not have been chased away so easily either. Regardless, what was supposed to happen would happen. Zeus and Apollo Military Colleges interviewers had arrived. Gu Te naturally received them with the highest of standards and the school itself was bustling with activity. Thepetition would not begin immediately; the reception would start with the students themselves. Ares Colleges students would organize representatives to engage the students from other colleges. With thepetition as the main focus, there would still be interactions and activities. However, the finale would culminate with the battle between the three. Apollo Colleges captain was Campbell. He was in his third year in the Commanders Department and the champion of the previous meet. He was also the president of the student council and possessed unparalleled prestige in Apollo College. Zeus Colleges captain was known as Lear Cronos. He was a freshman and chairman of the student council. He was also from the Commanders Department and was new. No one had ever heard of a freshman being the chairman of the student council. His fame was different from Campbells. It looked as though Zeus College was nning to nurture their freshmen quite seriously. Ares Colleges captain was Masasi. He was also a freshman from the Commanders Department. It could be seen that Zeus College and Ares College were going to use such a method to challenge Apollo College. It looked as though Apollo College had to do more to ensure the sess of their futurepetitions. Although they werepetitors, Campbells entrance received the loudest cheers. He could be considered a celebrity in the military colleges. After he graduated, he would likely enter the Sr System Federation Armys Ace Fleet. In his situation, he would likely be promoted to a lieutenant almost immediately and surpass what many took years to achieve. [1] http://petengezone/pics/hug09/opera2-1920.jpg [2] This is in reference to James Bond. Chapter 58: Tyrant’s Smokescreen Chapter 58: Tyrants Smokescreen Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Campbell was well known for looking at the bigger picture. He was multi-talented and was crowned as the All-Rounded Commander by the students of Apollo Military College. Furthermore, he was known as Earths strongest student. On one hand, thepetition was meant to be a ce for the students from different colleges to have a setting to interact. On the other hand, it was meant for the participating students to get to know each other better. As a result, conflict was needed. Everyone improving their skills together would be for the best... Actually, all of it was nonsense. The most important thing was for the students to fight it out! Victory at all costs! As thepetition approached, the students who came from other colleges could choose to listen in at any of the numerous sses at Ares College. As a result, the teaching staff was extremely attentive and wished to demonstrate their full abilities to prevent the other colleges fromughing at them. This was not a one off urrence. As they were the host, the guests were scrutinizing everything in great detail. The students that were brought over were all experts who were here topete, and if news leaked out that the school was ridiculed, they would not have any face left if it were to spread. However, this was simply what the press loved to do. Thepetition between the three military colleges would definitely be on the headlines. In any case, during thest exchange, Ares College had embarrassed themselves greatly. One member of the teaching staff had been questioned by the students and was unable to give satisfactory answers. As a result, that member of staff had even resigned. Although it was not arge issue, under such special circumstances, the situation had blown up and affected the college and the individuals personal pride. However, there were those who did not care at all. One of them would be Xiao Fei. Although she did not pay the situation much heed, she had still very responsibly said that she was unparalleled in the Sr System Federation. There was no one who would dare challenge her. Her ss was also one of the most anticipated ones. In Ares College, she was probably the most outstanding staff member around. Xiao Feis ss was extremely engaging. Aina and Wang Zheng were usually the focus of attention in the physics ss and thus they opted to find a quiet corner to sit in. In order to not be distracted, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu remained in their previous center row seats. Xiao Fei couldnt do any information about Wang Zheng. Although she did not like inattentive students, she knew that Wang Zheng only paid selective attention. Repeating something that a genius already knew was a form of torment and thus she closed one eye towards the situation. There were several foreign students in the ss. Xiao Fei knew that they were from other colleges and did not pay them much attention. She taught as per usual and did not change the way she did things. From their uniforms, there were two students from Apollo College and three from Zeus College. Originally, Wang Zheng didnt pay much attention to them, but suddenly he started staring nkly at one of the students for a brief moment. Of the students from Zeus College, two were males and one was a female, and he actually recognized the female student. Yue Jing! She had transferred schools to Zeus Military College. Although that was the case, she didnt seem like a Physics Department student, so what was she doing here? The two guys beside her did not seem like they were from Earth. They were likely from the Moon. "What beauty are you looking at? Yourepletely spellbound," Aina quietly whispered. Wang Zheng revealed a bitter smile. "Its my and Xiaosus worst enemy." Wang Zheng was actually innocent; he was just responsible for sending a letter, but for some strange reason, Yue Jing seemed to hate him even more for that. Aina did not have a very deep impression of Yue Jing. Only after being reminded by Wang Zheng did she finally remember. As a princess of the An Empire, people like her were somon that they were like grains of sand. However, in Yue Jings world, Aina was the true almighty princess. To Yue Jing, although it was now in a different capacity, she was finally back. She had been forced away while Yan Xiaosu and that bastard Wang Zheng had entered Ares College. In fact, she heard that that b***h Ye Zisu was very close to them. Yue Jing was so displeased that she could not swallow such a fact down. One has to rely on themselves to struggle against fate. Her family had managed to gain the backing of an even greater family and she wanted to retrieve all that she had lost. Before she came, she had already thoroughly researched the situation behind Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. Wang Zheng was in the Physics Department and was highly prized by the professor. That useless scum with a gic score of 28 had actually entered the Physics Department. Wasnt this just a dream? Yue Jing could not believe that Wang Zheng had managed to enter the Physics Department based on his merit. There was definitely something behind the scenes. It was highly likely it was due to Xie Yuxins influence. Xie Yuxin was Gu Tes grandson and was Wang Zhengs brother for life. As for that Xiao Fei, Yue Jing believed that she was not as honest and virtuous as people thought. Bing a professor at such a young age definitely meant that she had taken some shortcuts. How could a school which had spent four years at the bottom of the rankings hovering between life and death possibly experience a reversal of fortune?! She truly hated Yan Xiaosu, Wang Zheng, Ye Zisu, Ares College... basically all of them! Only when she could have all of them below her foot would she finally be able to scrub all her humiliation away! The first step would be to destroy Ares Colleges reputation. The audacity of such a college to dare topete with Zeus College! Time passed and the lesson ended. The entire ss was filled with raucous apuse. The students demonstrated their enthusiasm and excitement to be taught by such an intelligent and beautiful teacher. "Carlos, Gong Jin, its your turn to shine. Dont let Lear down." One could easily see that Carlos and Gong Jin were not new students. However, they treated Yue Jing with the utmost respect. During the question and answer session, Carlos raised his hand. Xiao Fei nodded her head. Carlos stood up and silently looked around the entire ssroom. "I often hear that Professor Xiao Fei is an expert in space-time physics. I heard that for thest few years you have been researching methods to traverse space-time. My first question would be about this topic. With regards to the state of warp travel, without talking about the fundamentals, in these five years, has Professor Xiao Fei managed to find a solution?" After speaking, he silently stared at Xiao Fei. Warp travel required one to identify the spatial coordinates of the location, and such a technique was the mostmon approach utilized in interster navigation. Humanity constantly strove to expand their boundaries. Thus, the further development of warp travel was one of the most important areas of research currently being conducted. If it was sessful, it would be able to simplify the process and reduce the time needed to travel long distances. However, thergest problem with warp travel was that the spatial coordinates were often unstable and could not be precisely located. People who opposed the research were not small in number; they felt that development in this direction was a mistake and a waste of resources to develop something useless. The student just wanted to challenge the teacher, so the specific details were useless. Carlos had clearly done his research with regards to the topic before choosing to challenge her. "Professor Xiao Fei, Professor Marshall and Professor Andros are experts in the field of space-time. They and many experts have conducted many experiments and felt that pursuing such a thing isplete nonsense. Scientists should dream big and create something new, not fiddle with established foundations ande up with whimsical and unrealistic research to distract the rest of the world. This does not meet the rigorous nature of science!" Said Gong Jin. He had quoted individuals that were no less impressivepared to Xiao Fei. In fact, what he had said was true. These young geniuses were definitely subject to more criticism. Such a controversy had already existed for quite some time. The road of academia was a long one and was full of struggles. However, Xiao Fei was unconcerned about her critics. Such individuals were useless; they could only solve problems that didnt exist and prodded their noses into everything. It was the only way they could validate their existences. Thus, when dealing with these people, Xiao Fei was never courteous towards them. However, as a teacher, arguing with students was beneath her. Looking at Wang Zheng, who was sitting in a corner, Xiao Fei couldnt help but smile darkly. That bastard had been living such afortable life. She didnt even know where he had found such a pretty girl. "Wang Zheng, Carlos and Gong Jins thoughts are very interesting. As my assistant, what views do you have?" Xiao Fei immediately passed the baton to Wang Zheng. Carlos and Gong Jin couldnt help but give disdainful smiles. Xiao Fei didnt choose to confront them directly but offered someone else to be sacrificed in her ce. What was this bastard worth? Could he actually solve this conundrum faced by the physics world? Yue Jing stared at Wang Zheng, her pretty face frozen solid. For some reason, the one she hated the most was not Yan Xiaosu but Wang Zheng. Wang Zhengs carefree expressions and nk face had caused her to feel immense pain. She had always wondered how this bastard would even find a girlfriend, but in fact, sitting right next to him was a girl of unparalleled beauty! Aina had realized that she was too easily recognized; thus, just dyeing her hair was insufficient. Her starred pupils were too special, so she wore spectacles. This way it would be extremely difficult to recognize her. Furthermore, who would expect an An princess to be sitting in the lecture hall like a normal individual? When Wang Zheng stood up, the rest of the students began to whisper incessantly. Apollo Colleges two students also stared at Wang Zheng. They had never heard of this guy, and since he wasnt even part of the student council, they didnt think he would be some exceptional talent. In the Tri-College Exchange, with military matters taking precedence, non-military matters would be more casual. Although the experts would gather to interact, there would also be some hidden rivalries. Wang Zheng was unconcerned with Yue Jing. To him, all those matters of the past were just that. Yan Xiaosu had also found someone for himself and everything was fine with him. However, when someone stirred trouble on Ares Colleges turf, they had to be crushedpletely. He had already discussed the subject of this question with the Old Merchant multiple times. However, at this point, most of the theories were just conjectures from the Old Merchant. He would oftenment about the fact that if he had more time, he would have already solved the problem. It was as though his research was much moreplicated than this. "Firstly, warp travel through space-time is definitely possible!" Wang Zheng started off with a conclusive and tyrannical statement. The Physics Department students were used to this person who would usually be extremely quiet but in times of crisis surprise everyone with his insight. However, the students from the other colleges did not know that. What he said was truly overbearing. Wang Zheng truly felt that way and thus spoke his mind. "Student over there, you are indeed quite cocky. The entire Milky Way Coalitions problems seem like a piece of cake to you. As Professor Xiao Feis assistant and as a representative of Ares College, I would like to hear what you want to say!" Carlos felt that this was extremely funny. A freshman would dare to say such audacious words. Wang Zheng gave a wry smile. "The problem lies with locating the coordinates. However, this problem can be easily solved. The universe is constantly in motion; although you cant see it, that does not mean its not true. Our current way of locating spatial coordinates could be considered to be the most basic, at a third-dimensional level. However, upon entering warp travel, we have entered the realm of the seventh dimension. What we have to solve is the method of determining the spatial coordinates, which is to say, using the seventh dimension to solve it." At this moment, the entire ss started whispering to each other. No one had heard of such an idea, but it actually seemed usible. Carloss face turned green. "Your train of thought is not new. However, its just a conjecture. Determining the position in the seventh dimension is just unrealistic!" Chapter 59: Awesome! Chapter 59: Awesome! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Haha, if we were to hold things that could be done as our standard, then science would no longer advance. As this is feasible, we have to advance in that direction. Thus, Professor Xiao Feis topic of discussion is definitely correct." Wang Zheng smiled. Xiao Fei also nodded her head, showing her satisfaction. Carlos was speechless. Research was something that had no ending. If there was, why would there be a need to continue researching? This was the reason why scientists continued to pursue the truth, and he could not refute this reason. Yue Jings face turned green. This bastard was still so eloquent. After saying a bunch of things she did not understand, he started to scare her. Gong Jin, who felt insulted, replied, "If you cant even handle him, then Im greatly worried for our future!" Carlos and Gong Jin nced at each other momentarily. They were terribly uneasy, but there was no other way. Lear had previously promised that if they settled the situation satisfactorily, they would be able to enter the Sr System Federations Science Research Institute. Gong Jin cleared his throat and said, "Student Wang, you are going around in circles. I would like to know if the world renowned genius Professor Xiao Fei has made any progress at all in all these years. Could you please give us students some confidence?!" Everyones gaze fell on Xiao Fei. Gong Jins question was indeed something on everyones minds. After researching for so many years, there should have been some result of some sort. However, conducting research was not the same as debating. Arge amount of research was conducted methodologically, eliminating hypotheses one at a time. However, the research had not progressed to such a step. Xiao Fei had experimented with numerous methods but none of them bore fruit. At the same time, she could not divulge secret information just to refute the question. At this point, Wang Zhengughed. "We have deduced the method already!" "Really? Then that must be good news for the Milky Way Alliance. I hope you wont tell me that its confidential information!" Gong Jin smiled as he replied. Absolute rubbish. If someone had discovered the method for research, it would have caused an uproar. Xiao Fei stared at Wang Zheng. The two of them had indeed not talked about this before. What was this bastard trying to be, a scapegoat? "Wang Zheng, this matter-" "Teacher, although it can be considered a secret, I feel that divulging a bit of it will not harm anyone. Of course, this is only about its feasibility!" Wang Zheng paused. The entire rooms gazes rested on Wang Zheng, including Ainas. This topic was at the forefront of science, did he really have an answer? Wang Zheng was often full of surprises. Aina was already mentally prepared for it. "Being able to locate the seventh dimension is the current issue guing us. However, I believe that we need to split this problem into two parts. We will treat the current third dimension as apound ne. This will allow us to control twoyers at once. If the transmission is done in a state where speed is curved, it will cause discement. Positioned in such a manner, the rtive movement in spacetime can shift the rtive coordinates of the object. Simply put, space can be moved." The visitors who were listening in were mostly from years three or four. The entire ssroom was silent; everyone was in deep thought as there were some concepts in Wang Zhengs speech that required time to understand. On the other hand, Xiao Feis eyes, which were full of wisdom, glittered brilliantly. Moving spacetime?!?! This actually seemed possible!!! The problem that had been pestering her for several years had been solved with that one exnation! Carlos and Gong Jin looked at each other. Even though they didnt understand, they pretended they did. They had heard of other exnations before, but it was needless to say that just bying up with such a theory would significantly shake up the Milky Way Alliance. This could only mean that Professor Xiao Fei had kept a low profile and couldnt be bothered to argue with others. Carlos and Gong Jin bowed deeply. "We thank you for your teachings." The bell signifying the end of ss rang. Aina had been paying close attention to Wang Zhengs and Xiao Feis expressions. It was obvious that with Xiao Feis stunned and pensive expressions, this was not Xiao Feis conjecture. "Follow me, Wang Zheng." Just as he was about to leave with Aina, Wang Zheng, who was about to take advantage of Aina, had a frown on his face as he stopped. "Im going to borrow your boyfriend for a bit." As they werent too different in age, Xiao Fei spoke quite casually. "No problem, Professor. Just remember to return him!" Aina replied with a sweet smile. This girl was extremely intelligent. As a fellow female, Xiao Fei felt stunned. Looking at Wang Zhengs distant figure, Yue Jing was so angry that she could not control herself, so she stomped away. Wang Zheng had once again defied the odds by sowing chaos with his words. "Carlos, Gong Jin, with just their meagre ability, they dared to be so arrogant. The Physics Department producing the most illustrious students is just a lie. This Wang Zheng is a useless piece of crap; how could you believe his random words?!" Carlos and Gong Jin only replied after a brief pause. They were still trying to understand Wang Zhengs words. "Yue Jing, youre wrong about this. This Wang Zheng is a rarely found genius. The theory he spoke of, even if it is incorrect, will still stir up the entire scientificmunity. We cannotpete with him." Carlos and Gong Jin no longer bothered with Yue Jing. The two of them went on their own way. Their eyes which had previously been clouded had now been cleared as though a window had appeared in front of them. Even if they were cynical individuals, they felt that this was a possibility. It was like the time when Newtons theory of gravity was superseded by the theory of rtivity. This was sufficient to spur everyone on. Truth is rtive in science. Wang Zheng had been dragged into Xiao Feis office and then the door mmed shut. Student Wang was then pressed against the table by Xiao Fei. This position... However, Xiao Fei did not care at all about what others would think. She observed Wang Zheng intently, as though she was trying to fullyprehend what Wang Zheng was. "Haha, Professor, if you have anything to say, we can just speak freely." Although he had done some intimate things with Aina, he had never been ced in such a position. Xiao Feis body was almost pressing onto Wang Zhengs body directly. As Xiao Fei was a mature individual, her bodily proportions were fully developed, so Wang Zheng, a highly energetic young man, could not take it. However, Xiao Fei did not care. "Brat, where did you learn all of that?!" Although Wang Zheng was a genius, Xiao Fei did not believe that he coulde up with what he had presented before. This was what the Old Merchant had said. However, just as Wang Zheng wanted to say that, he remembered what the Old Merchant once said: the words spoken between them could not be mentioned to others. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders helplessly. "Teacher, I was just speaking rubbish. That was just wisdom. Actually, I dont really understand what I was saying. As I said before, I am willing to believe in wild theories, but that was all just made up on the fly. Are you saying it was reasonable?" Wang Zheng opened his eyes widely as he spoke. It was said that doing so would make a liar seem more honest. Xiao Fei could not find any loopholes in his statement. At times, science required brilliant streaks of luck. It could only be said that this brat had great luck. Suddenly, he felt like his lower body was being stared at by someone, then Wang Zheng felt his stomach lurch. Looking down, he could not hold back his reaction. Xiao Fei then gingerly let go of Wang Zheng before giving him a nonchnt look. "Seems like youre truly worthy. Its a pity you already have a girlfriend; otherwise, I might have just kept you." Student Wang felt defeated. How could this be a teacher? This was an evil demon. "Haha, Professor, if theres nothing else, Im going to leave first." "Looking at you, youre definitely a virgin. Your way of thinking is excellent and I will tell Professor Marcus about you." Wang Zheng immediately escaped. F**k. Demon Xiao was just standing there spouting merciless words. If she wasnt his teacher, Wang Zheng would get back at her eventually. Xiao Fei did not bother any further with this little episode. After Wang Zheng left, she was in an extremely enthusiastic mood, so she continued to make new inferences about the theory. It could be seen that although she was very boastful, her EQ and IQ were clearly unequaled. The moment he left, he gave Aina a call. She was waiting for him in the library. Just looking at Aina revitalized Wang Zheng. She gave a wry smile and asked, "Why are you here already?" "I only know so much, and the rest was just something I came up with. If you did serious research, you would realize that too," Wang Zheng said helplessly as he waved his hands. Aina did not say anything but looked at Wang Zheng. "Do you know that what you said just now was sufficient for you to go down in history as a genius?" Wang Zheng waspletely aware that the Old Merchant was an amazing geezer. However, what he talked about before was a conjecture of the Old Merchant and not his. "Im not that amazing." Aina grabbed Wang Zhengs hand. "Ah, Im slightly worried now." "What are you worried about?" Wang Zheng asked curiously. "Since youre so amazing, there will definitely be more and more love rivals," Aina said as she slyly ran off. Wang Zheng couldnt help but sweat. "Okay then, my princess, since you dare to ridicule me, I need to collect some interest!" On the grassy field, Wang Zheng and Aina chased each other energetically. In the end, the beautiful princess was caught by the big bad wolf and knocked onto the ground. During the Tri-College Exchange, the famous professors would definitely have to show up. However, Xiao Fei did not care and gave it a miss. Gu Te also had no say in the matter. He gave Xiao Fei a Skylink call but was rejected. On the third call, he was rejected rudely. Ah, even as a principal he felt wronged. However, he knew that Xiao Fei had suddenly attained a breakthrough in her research. Her entire team and Marcus team had been hastily doing research. "Gu Te, this time we are also here because we wanted to meet Professor Xiao Fei. Youve truly been underestimated by her. How could you treat us so coldly?" In the principals office, three old men were currently chatting and drinking tea. The one who spoke was Apollo Military Colleges principal, Jamal. He had a head of golden hair and looked like he was in glowing spirits. For thest couple of years, Apollo Military College was the best one amongst the three. "Jamal, you can forget about it; its impossible to get get Xiao Fei to join you unless youre willing to step all over this old bag of bones." Among the three, the one that looked the youngest was the principal from Zeus College, Adonis. "Haha, if Xiao Fei joins us, our Apollo college will definitely be among the 50 best colleges in the Milky Way Alliance." This was Jamals dream. "Haha, Jamal, you have yet to win, so dont get too excited," Adonis said. "However, this train of thought is beneficial for us. We need to find ways to improve our three colleges ability." Gu Tes defence was different. Jamal and Adonis sought to expand their abilities and were unwilling to descend into obscurity. Gu Te gave a wry smile. "I know what you mean. However, wanting to enter the top 50 schools in the Milky Way Alliance is meaningless. We have to protect Earths pride at least." Adonis had suggested that the three colleges merge. Jamal on the other hand felt that a new collegepletely independent of their three colleges should be formed. They would focus their resources on this new college to create the best college on Earth. Gu Te was in opposition of both of their ideas. A college was meant for the students, not for the sake of status. Although one needed glory for cohesion, strength, and belief, if it was only for glorys sake, then it would be meaningless. With the three military colleges strength, if they were to focus on only the exceptional students, this could be done. However, how would this affect the status quo on Earth? This was no different from drinking poison to quench ones thirst.[1] The three old men continued to discuss numerous methods and argued for some time. It was clear that Jamal and Adonis wanted to attain the position of champion amongst them. Gu Te, on the other hand, was quite ambivalent. [1] Idiomatic Expression meaning a short term solution. Chapter 60: His Name Shakes the Milky Way! Chapter 60: His Name Shakes the Milky Way! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The biggest gambling chip was Xiao Fei. However, it was unlikely that she would be worth much in the grand scheme of things. Jamal and Adonis were very interested in poaching Xiao Fei; they were willing to offer the highestpensation in order to get her to join them. It was just a pity that Xiao Fei waspletely uninterested, leaving the two of them to feel extremely helpless. "Gu Te, your style of thinking is too old fashioned. The situation now is extremely fierce and things are changing. To be bound by existing conventions will not suffice. Are you hoping that geniuses will simply magically appear? A case like Xiao Fei is as good as it gets. What else can you do?" Jamal gulped down a mouthful of tea before admonishing, "Actually, arent you also changing the system? You poached students from the Moon and from Mars. However, you were toote and too slow." Gu Te gave them a wry smile as he yed with the teacup in his hands. This high grade tea was extremely vorful and was one of the best teas that could only be drunk on Earth. "This is my strategy, and I will still continue to use it in future. Although these students might not stay for long, their existence will continue to inspire other students. I believe that as the birthce of Mankind, Earth will not continue to decline. Jamal and Adonis felt extremely helpless. Gu Te was as stubborn as a rock in a rubbish dump; he was smelly and hard to convince! All of the major military academies were actively trying to woo elites and new students, doing their best to attract them. However, this Gu Te was extremely long-winded and too unrealistic. This was a typical strategy of the colleges on Earth. However, the truth was that Earth was no longer the core of Mankind. Such fanaticism and self-belief belonged to the minority who sought to maintain Earths culture regardless of the circumstances. Even if the discussion fell through, the other two headmasters were determined to try and convince Gu Te to pool their efforts together. Perhaps there would have been a chance of sess. "Regardless of how busy Xiao Fei is, Ill make sure she attends the opening ceremony tomorrow." Gu Te said. He did not know what was keeping Xiao Fei busy. She called it a secret and no one had even seen her shadow in thest three days. At this point, the Skylinks of the three principals rang. As they were all old acquaintances, they didnt really care, so all of them opened their Skylinks. The three of them were extremely important members of the military government as well as representatives of the Sr System Federation. A Blue-ss secret message only meant one thing: there was good news! Jamal and Adonis looked at each other. Speak of the devil, it really happened. The two of them hadplicated expressions on their faces. To be honest, Ares College had been declining, but a genius like Xiao Fei had appeared and even joined them. Although she couldnt save the college by herself, she was still a life-saving pill. But it was exactly as Gu Te had just said. Sometimes all it took was one person to create a miracle. Xiao Feis newest theoretical paper had shaken the entire scientific world. "Curved State Space -Time Movement Positioning." The paper suggested numerous arguments, and although all of it was purely theoretical, it was the first paper to have shaken the entire scientificmunity in years. Xiao Fei and her team had not slept at all during thest few days, but all of them were extremely happy. A lot of the work had beenpleted a long time ago, but itcked a certain direction to it. However, after hearing Wang Zhengs words, an idea sparked in Xiao Feis mind and she managed to link all of her previous research together. Scientists were sometimes crazy and sometimes paranoid. However, these individuals would never stop theorizing, even if it meant disregarding all rest and sleep. Yet all of them were bursting with vigor even after all that! These people were insane! In the scientific world, these scientists were the true gods! Such prestige was no less than what a soldier would receive. This was what it meant to be a hot-blooded scientist. The moment the paper was published, without a doubt it had stirred the entire scientificmunity into a frenzy. If it was proven to be true, it would once again drive Mankinds advancement and a great leap forward would be aplished. This was the result of innovation. Mankinds scientific advancements were in the form ofrge jumps. From Einstein till now, a single individual could change history. However, after the moment such an individual appeared, science would then struggle along as it slowly developed. After so many years, everyone felt that another genius would soon appear. In fact, most of them felt that it would be n Tucker. However, the facts proved otherwise; the true genius was Xiao Fei. This young female scientists name had shaken the Milky Way Alliance. This also allowed Ares Military Colleges name to rise from obscurity. Jamal and Adonis could only bitterly smile as they congratted Gu Te. This guys luck was just too good. They had sacrificed so much and made so many preparations, but in the end, none of it could match up to his luck. Gu Te could not help but give them arge smile. "Im sorry, my friends, I need to go congratte the scientists. Please make yourselves at home." Jamal and Adonis gave each other a look. "Haha, Old Gu, this piece of news is the pride of the Earth. We should all go to congratte Xiao Fei." "Indeed. Thest time Xiao Fei came over, she was still a student. After so many years, I knew she would definitely create a miracle." Jamal and Adonis acted particrly thick-skinned. At a time like this, this was necessary. Gu Te knew that the other two old bastards were up to no good, but he still did not hold them in too much contempt. Gu Te had always been waiting for Xiao Fei to seed. To be frank, if it was another principal, they would definitely have gotten fed up with this problematic and capricious subordinate. So what if she was talented? This year alone had plenty of other talented individuals that also required nurturing. Furthermore, she had not produced any results over so many years. Gu Te, on the other hand, was different; he had always continued to support Xiao Fei. His principles were simple: dont suspect the ones under you and dont have suspicious individuals under you. Giving the other party space to develop and grow was importantpared to criticizing and ordering them around. The entire researchboratory was celebrating. The highest scientific authority in the Sr System Federation had already acknowledged the paper and rumors saying that everyone was absolutely dumbfounded by the theory were spread. "Dr. Marcus! Thank you for all your hard work for all these years!" Xiao Fei said sincerely. Marcus gave her a small smile. "The one that should be giving thanks should be me!" The two of them were old partners. Marcus had never let Xiao Feis age affect his opinion of her. On the other hand, he agreed with her reasoning. A scientist required an outstanding mathematicians help in order to increase their rate of sess. Their joint sess had once again confirmed this fact. Of course, although arge amount of credit was due to the scientist, the contribution of the mathematician was also indispensable. Those who chose this line of work already knew this fact, as the important thing was finding meaning in life. "I think we have to thank that brat. He is our lucky star!" Marcus sighed. When he found out that that line of thought had originated from Wang Zheng, he was shocked. His ability to do math truly left people speechless. "Hehe, that brat will be famous soon enough." There were three names at the bottom of the theoretical paper: Xiao Feis, Marcus, and Wang Zhengs. From a students point of view, it was truly a miracle. Only those who had contributed greatly to the paper would appear on it; even the other researchers were not recognized. Without Wang Zhengs incisivements, no one would know how many more years it would have taken before results could be shown. Even if much of the work had nothing to do with that brat, in certain cases, inspiration was the most important thing. It was what differentiated one from others. The three principals quickly came over. Adonis and Jamals enthusiasm had even seemed slightly overwhelming. "Dr. Marcus, I finally understand why you chose toe here so many years ago. Although I feel regret, I also feel extremely happy for you." Jamal said. "Jamal, youre too polite. We are just assisting her work." "Thats very humble of you. May I know who Dr. Wang Zheng might be?" Jamal suddenly asked. At this point, Adoniss eyes lit up as well. "Yes! Could you please introduce us to him? I have never heard of this genius until today. It is extremely ignorant of me." Xiao Fei and Marcus nced at each other momentarily before roaring inughter. Jamal and Adonis then stared at each other. Was this question really so funny? A researcher at the side couldnt help but to exin to them, "Principals, Wang Zheng is a student. Hes not a doctor. In fact, he is a freshman of the Physics Department." Gu Te was stunned momentarily. He couldnt believe his ears. When he first saw the name, he just thought that it was someone else with the same name. Jamal and Adonis nced at each other. One could clearly see the thirst in their eyes. A genius freshman? Fuck. If they didnt try to poach him, the heavens wouldnt forgive them! The two of them smiled dully. "Ah. The two of you have taught the younger generation well! However, dont you think that the prestige afforded to him does not match up to his contribution?" Jamal looked at the rest of them trying to spot any dissatisfaction, but to his surprise, there was none. Xiao Fei shook her head. "Honestly, his name should be at the front. Without his revolutionary thinking, we would not have todays paper." Gu Te suddenly coughed dryly. "Xiao Fei, you look extremely tired. I dont think we should disturb you any further." After saying so, he winked at her furiously. This Xiao Fei was good at many things; however, she was not good at reading in between the lines. Jamal, that old fox, was clearly just trying to get more information from her. Jamal and Adonis already knew from the start that even if they could not poach Xiao Fei, they could still poach others. Thus, they were already smiling in their hearts. Students were much easier to tempt. Furthermore, whether it was Zeus College or Apollo College, both of them were considered to be better than Ares. The two principals were also of simr thoughts. The moment they got back, both immediately called all of their Physics Department students to try and figure out if they knew who this student by the name of Wang Zheng was. After Carlos and Gong Jin recounted everything that happened, Adonis began to pace back and forth. This student was one that was recognized by Xiao Fei, so he needed to figure out what privileges and special methods he could use to tempt him. This was a genius among geniuses! He had to be poached. If they wanted to enter the top 50 in school rankings in the Milky Way Gxy, one not only needed a strong military teachings department, but they also needed to contribute to the sciences. This brat had quite a good future ahead of him. It goes without saying that just by being recognized on the research paper was sufficient to make him famous in the scientificmunity. If he wanted to snatch such an extraordinary student away, he would first have to demonstrate his schools ability. Without question, there was an excellent opportunity right in front of him. "Oh yes, I heard that Student Yue Jing was his friend from middle school." Gong Jin suddenly said. Adonis then smiled immensely. "Why didnt you say this earlier! Bring Yue Jing over!" ... When Yue Jing entered the principals office and heard what he had to say, she almost bit her lip apart. This was not a joke! This piece of trash that existed at the bottom of Dawn Middle School suddenly became a physics genius? Yue Jing would not believe it even with the threat of death. However, the facts were in front of her; additionally, the principal could not have been lying. He even wanted her toe up with a n to seduce Wang Zheng and get him to enter Zeus College instead. Any conditions could even be discussed. Yue Jing felt like as though she was selling her body to seduce Wang Zheng. Chapter 61: Honeymoon Chapter 61: Honeymoon Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Yue Jing was clearly very angry. Doing such a derogatory thing made her feel absolutely disgusted. Not every principal was so willing to engage with their students. Adonis was an extremely engaged principal and he hoped that all the students would contribute to the school as the schools glory was also the students glory. Regardless of whether she was willing or not, Yue Jing still had to put on a show. At this point in time, Student Wang waspletely oblivious to everything that was happening. Xiao Fei was Wang Zhengs benefactor, so he would help her whenever possible. Furthermore, he didnt want to lose any face in front of Aina. Student Wang did not like to be serious. However, in front of Aina, he would often defend her vigorously regardless of the situation, from the past till now. Perhaps he had fallen in love with her the moment he met her. Wang Zheng never saw Aina as a princess. Aina could truly feel that Wang Zheng treated her genuinely without any concern for her position. Only Aina could see how wonderful Wang Zheng was. Whether he was famous or not was of no concern to Aina. This was the wonderful thing about the two of them. When the two were together, they would never run out of things to say. From topics about things all over the gxy, to the arts and sciences, even about love itself. Wang Zheng felt that his ability tomunicate with her was getting better and better. As a result, the rtionship between the two became closer and closer. Aina was a huge source of distraction to Wang Zheng. Every time they separated, Wang Zheng had to practice his Primordial Regression Technique before he could have peace of mind. More recently... he had even started to have erotic dreams of her. However, what was truly pitiful was that whenever he was almost sessful in his dreams, a scary Bonehead would appear and, with electric bolts shing out of his hands, instantly shock poor Wang Zheng awake. There were no secrets that could be hidden in the school. This little matter soon spread around the entire college and caused quite an uproar. Dr. Xiao Fei had managed toe up with a breakthrough in the field of space-time physics and it brought glory to both Ares College and Earth. The people of Dormitory 007 were also celebrating. Unsurprisingly, Yao Ailun managed to obtain firsthand information. "Wang Zheng, youre too dazzling. In the future, we need to watch you carefully. You actually managed to get yourself recognized in the theoretical paper by Xiao Fei! GOD!" Yao Ailun said exaggeratedly. It could be seen that he was extremely envious. "Brother Zheng, being able to produce such results when youre still in college is truly amazing. The number of people able to do so in the entire Milky Way Alliance can be counted on the fingers of one hand!" Zhang Shan also felt extremely happy for Wang Zheng. "Looks like our dormitory has produced someone famous. Wang Zheng, I think you should just focus on scientific research. I, on the other hand, am going to transfer departments." The three of them stared at him nkly. "Brother Shan, are you serious? Where are you going?" Zhang Shan gave them a big smile. "I realized that the Mecha Department suits me best right now." Zhang Shans family was highly engaged in research. Thus, ever since he was young, he had always been involved in research, but deep in his bones, he knew that this was not his true calling. However, before this, he had never even thought of trying something else. Different people are born with different innate talents. Most importantly, so long as one lives, one can do whatever they want to. Wang Zheng shook his head. "Teacher Xiao Fei has honored me greatly. The idea was something I just came up with at the spur of the moment. The entire research paper was based on their work and I feel ashamed that I was recognized." "Wang Zheng, you brat. Everything about you is great except for the fact that youre too humble. Without your revolutionary ideas, even if they were to research more, it would not be of any use!" Zhang Shan said, as he waved his hands, "You really should give bing a physicist some thought." "It is not in my personality to be so calm, and I dont think I can do research. I will continue to experiment and hopefully one day be able to transfer to the Mecha Department," Wang Zheng replied. Everything he knew about physics was due to the Old Merchants upbringing. Perhaps hisprehension ability wasnt bad, but he had never created anything new. Neither was he interested in developing in this direction. Wang Zheng had always been very clear with regards to what he wanted to do. He chased after excitement. "Ah... I finally understand what it means to be demoralized after being with the lot of you," Chen Xiu replied helplessly. He used to be one of the esteemed geniuses in middle school, but after arriving here, he finally realized that geniuses were everywhere. "Ailun, Chen Xiu, the two of you are the steady ones. Im sure the two of you will be able to shake the world in future," Wang Zheng said. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu nced at each other before agreeing with the statement made in an exaggerated fashion. This exaggeration was something often seen in the dormitory. However, in this particr dormitory, everyone was impressive. Zhang Shans muscles had be even more defined after the special training. He had be noticeably tanner and calmer. Zhang Shans physique was rarely seen. His muscles were packed with explosive power but werent stiff. He was truly born to be a Mech Warrior. Comparatively speaking, Wang Zhengs physique was not much worse. If he had not been removed from the special training, Wang Zheng had a pretty good chance of bing a Mech Warrior. However, now it was just too difficult. Plus, with his performance in the Physics Department, even if he wanted to change departments, everyone would likely protest. Student Wang had inadvertently created a huge problem for himself. "Chen Xiu and I will not be demoralized by the two of you. With the undefeated Skeleton God, everything is possible!" Yao Ailun shouted. Recently, the two of them had been full of energy. These two were very attentive during ss and their free time. Their schedules were packed perfectly, and all their free time and entertainment was spent on CT. Every time Skeleton won a game, they were so happy it was as though nothing else mattered. "The two of you shouldnt spend so much time ying games. Its just a yer; why are you two so riled up over him?" Zhang Shan asked. He waspletely uninterested in such distractions. "Zhang Shan, you seem to be quite interested in mecha fights. Why dont you take a look at some videos of Skeleton? Im telling you, if you research his actions properly, it will definitely help your battle skills." "Haha, real battle is very different from CT. Such childish games dont fit me. I heard that a lot of people like to y it and it resulted in a decline in their actual skill levels." Zhang Shan was clearly very stubborn. He was just like the Wang Zheng of before. However, he was one that was blessed. He had managed to pilot an actual mech, unlike poor Student Wang, who had only ever fixed one. "Do you have any confidence in this yearspetition? I heard that thepetitors are all very strong. Do you think you can show us the schools true potential?" Yao Ailun shrugged his shoulders as he said it. No one could give a full answer to this question. Zhang Shan smiled wryly. "Dont worry. We wont be any worse than that little Skeleton of yours. We are going to be using real knives and guns. We will definitely defeat the enemies." "Hehe, if you are missing anyone, remember that I still exist! I still want to be in the reserve team!" Wang Zheng said. "Rx. We are all brothers here. I will definitely remember. However, did you truly give up on Meng Tian? That bitch has been training as though her life depended on it these few days. Shes a great girl, you know?" Zhang Shan suddenly changed the topic. Wang Zheng gave him a bitter smile. "We are just friends. We arent that close." "Ah. If I had not met Wang Shishi in person, I would have tried my best to convince you to go after Meng Tian. Such an illustrious girl but yetpletely unable to sway you." Zhang Shan praised without holding anything back. "Brother Shan, if you like her, you should chase after her," Chen Xiu replied. "Haha, I have to wait for the right opportunity. I aim to perform well in thispetition to impress her. With the exception of Masasi, that unfathomable bastard, the rest are inconsequential." Although Ma Xiao was famous in Ares College, being the president of the MMA club and the CT club, in Zhang Shans words, if there was no tiger on the hill, then the monkey would be king[1]. As Ma Xiao was about to graduate, he didnt care about being extraordinary anymore and had be quitex. After chatting for a bit, Zhang Shan was asked to go. He had to go for the final drill practices. It was unfortunate that he could not see the envy in Wang Zhengs eyes. Student Wang felt as though he could not sit still any longer. He truly wanted to go for a spin on the mecha. "Brother Zheng, where should we go tonight?" Chen Xiu asked curiously. Yao Ailun looked at Chen Xiu quizzically. "Idiot. Hes in his honeymoon phase. How could he apany us vagrants?" "Dating sure is fun." "Wait till you go through puberty." Before long, Wang Zheng was taking public transportation in town. As he looked at the vibrant evening night life of the city, he had a strange feeling. Living was great. It allowed one to experience numerous interesting things. In the Rubiks Cube, other than letting him learn numerous skills, he had learned one more thing: Appreciation. The boss was still extremely weing. He knew that Wang Zheng had already graduated and the distance between Ares College and the caf was still quite significant, but he had grown fond of him and often awaited him. Wang Zheng alone would not cause his business to change significantly. However, meeting such special customers would make him very happy. In addition, he felt that Wang Zheng was a lucky star. Whenever he was around, business would be exceptional. Wang Zheng logged on and started to stretch his fingers. It was as Zhang Shan said; although CT was fun, it did not have the same sensation on the body as piloting an actual mech, and there wasnt any pressure. However, he had no choice, and if the game was stressful, others wouldnt y it. An ID watched by numerous yers lit up. An rm rang out. On the system, it could be seen that numerous Skylinks buzzed into action. CT was the most popr game with the highest number of yers in the whole world. For game developers, yer activity in a game was extremely important. Most recently, the number of yers in the Asia Region had increased. Solon had already be the groups team leader and was in charge all day. Regardless of when Skeleton would appear, someone would contact him immediately. Currently, Wang Zheng had a nine win streak. Such a streak was extremely terrifying. His opponents would be stronger and stronger in terms of both skill and mecha. In the female dormitory, a sacrednd for males. An Mei was dragging Du Qingqing and Ye Zisu to thepetition. "You and Zisu should just go without me. I have no interest in this," Du Qingqing said. "Qingqing, this is a team activity. You have to be there. You might even be inspired by it." "Really? I feel that Wang Zhengs body is even more inspirational," Du Qingqing ridiculed. "Its a pity. This little stalk has an owner. Oh wait, hes no longer a little stalk, hes a famous stalk." An Mei said. "Zisu! Just because theres a goalkeeper, it doesnt mean you cant score. Well support you!" Ye Zisu seemed quite indifferent to the situation. One couldnt tell if she was feigning it or not. "I have faith that time will tell." "Zisu, Im sure you have a trump card hiding somewhere. Why dont you tell us truthfully?" Du Qingqing said as she hugged Zisu. Many guys did not know what was happening in the girls dormitory. They dressed more casually than guys, so the chances of one spotting a girl walking around in her underwear was higher than seeing a guy do the same in the guys dormitory. It was truly stunning. [1] This means that if there was no one stronger than him, then he would have the opportunity to be the best. Chapter 62: King in the Dark! Chapter 62: King in the Dark! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas But of course, the three girls were not dressed like such. However, their loose-fitting pajamas could easily be seen through. "Qingqing, I think it would be best for you to be more concerned about yourself. Dont waste your youth!" "Ah, the two of you. I cant believe you actually changed the subject to be about me instead. I am saving my virginity for the special one." Ye Zisu and An Mei simultaneously sneered at Du Qingqing. "Fine, fine! Let me see whats so different about that person." Young Deer and Bubbly Foam had already arrived. The twomentators had had arge increase in poprity. It was something they did not expect, especially Young Deer. Even though he had more "detractors," it still didnt change the fact that he had be more popr. "Hello, everyone. Wee to our broadcast. Skeleton is finally back online!" Bubbly Foam was only wearing a small amount of makeup. There were rumors stating that Bubbly Foam was still a student in school and that she picked upmentating because she truly loved CT. "Im sure everyone was very satisfied with thest 5 on 5 battle. Skeletons experience has shown time and time again and it has attracted the attention of numerous elites and professional yers. However, they are currently still quite reserved and are not saying much, but I believe that once Skeleton continues his winning streak, he will eventually be matched up against these yers. I cant wait for that day!" A look of worship could be seen in Bubbly Foam face. Girls loved heroes and miracles. Uncle Young Deer smiled. "Bubbly Foam, youre still young, so you are still inexperienced in the ways of the world. Sometimes its not good to be too idealistic. For all you know, the one operating Skeleton could be an old, ugly man." Before the battle started, the discussion forum had already engaged in a brawl about Young Deers damned mouth! Youre an old man. All of you are old men! Drag Young Deer out to be executed! How could he try and seduce our Bubbly Foam?! Long live Skeleton! Death to Young Deer! It could be seen that Young Deer was very calm even after looking at thements. This was something he enjoyed seeing. He truly believed that no one was undefeatable! Regardless of the person or situation, there would always be a weakness. Furthermore, the stronger the person, the greater the weakness! Losing was just a matter of time. Wang Zheng knew that many things had to be prepared, and thus he silently waited for the appearance of his rival. As he browsed through a catalog of different mecha, he felt that Chen Xius pamphlet was just iparable. The information here was just too detailed and robust. It would be wonderful if he could challenge the experts one day. Perhaps it was due to Boneheads influence, but he keenly anticipated getting stronger as the days went by. Being able to train oneself to be able to adapt to any environment and handle anybat machine was his aim as a super soldier! Currently, mankinds training focused on specializing each soldier. Although there were some elite mecha pilots who could pilot every mech, they could only show their highest potential in their specialized mech. Different mecha operated differently. Most importantly, they had a different feel to them. For example, the scout type required one to be keen and insightful. The tank type required one to be have a spirit of sacrifice and to be brave. The sniper types required one to be tenacious and to be able to disregard everything, such as friends, teammates, and self, all for the sake of victory. Different people had different personalities. Once they encountered the type of mech they preferred, they would be able to perform at apletely different level. Conversely, they would only be a burden on the team. Thus, it was as veterans often said: each type of mech has a personality to it. Wang Zhengs situation was unique, so it was difficult to find an opponent. His rank and number of games were low. On the other hand, his win rate was extremely high. 100% win rates had to be lowered eventually. The opponent appeared. Shadowhunter Lord, Diamond Ranked. Assassin Type Mech Pilot. Mech: Dark Hunter. Majia Republics high end mech. Shadowhunter Lord was a famous yer from the Europe Region. He had a win rate of over 60% with assassin type mechs. Specifically, his win rate with the Dark Hunter was above 70%! The Majia Republic had specially developed mecha for unique environments. The Dark Hunter was one of the more prominent ones and could even be mass produced. It was developed for fighting in rugged and dark environments. Thus, he was nicknamed the King of the Night. During Mankinds inteary expeditions, there were numerous ces that werepletely dark. One of the earliest ces to possess such an environment was the dark side of the moon. Normal mecha were unable to perform very effectively in such an area. Battleground: Lakato Cave In the CTmunity circles, there were some unspoken rules. One of them was never to challenge a Dark Hunter in Lakato. This was found in the Andromeda Gxy. The temperature on the would be at 300 degrees celsius all day. It waspletely impossible for humans to live on it. However, as it possessed arge amount of mineral resources, mankind would not let that pass. As they were colonizing the, war frequently erupted. In the, there was a sprawling underground caveplex as well as the Lakato civilization. Mankind eventually managed to conquer Lakato, and at the same time, the Milky Way Alliance had gained a new member. During the period of inteary expeditions, the term "alien" had already disappeared, as it seemed slightly childish. This was no more than another civilization. As of now, Lakato was a famous tourist attraction. On the other hand, that battlefield was also the nightmare of numerous soldiers. Everyone cautiously awaited Skeletons choice of mech. The Lakato Cave Battlefield possessed one of the more extreme terrains. Fighting in such a battlefield required one to pick a mech that could fight in the darkness. Secondly, it required an extremely mobile mech, especially when it came to maneuverability. One wrong move would cause one to be smashed against a wall, instantly killing themselves. Beast type mecha were the preferred choice here. Wargod No. 1... Wang Zheng had never hesitated in the choosing of his mech, and this time was no exception. He immediately locked his choice in. After confirming Skeletons mech, Young Deer smiled wryly. "Hello, everyone. Our yer Skeleton and yer Shadowhunter Lord will engage in a fight very soon. Please tune in to stream number 8753553. Will the Wargod No. 1 be able to achieve victory in Lakato? Let us see it for ourselves." After she finished, Uncle Young Deer started to ridicule her. "Bubbly Foam, as a supporter of Skeleton, do you feel like he has any chance of victory?" Every die hard fan of CT understood what kind of battlefield Lakato was. A caveplex battleground was no different from a maze. The ground was uneven and there were numerous stctites that were jutting out in every direction. Humanoid mecha were limited in effectiveness here, especially with their limited field of vision. Every mech possessed night vision capabilities. However, Wargod No. 1 was the simplest of mecha and only possessed the most basic of night vision attachments and was severely limited in this regard. On the flip side, the Dark Hunter possessed the best night vision capabilities as well as tyrannical maneuverability, hence it was known as the King of the Night. Bubbly Foam smiled. "Nothing is set in stone. Even thest battle seemed impossible." "Really? Why dont we have a bet. If Skeleton loses, can I have the honor of taking you out to dinner as a celebration?" Young Deer smiled. His moustache was carefully maintained and was extremely uniform. When he smiled, it opened up like a pair of wings and looked extremely funny. The discussion forum erupted once again. "Old Deer! Your mom is asking you to go home for dinner!" "Celebrate your head! Its just a diamond ranked yer. Why dont you bet your life instead?!" "Skeleton God! Hes heaven-defying and unequalled!" With regards to suchments, Young Deer couldnt help butugh at them. Didnt these ignorant fans know that their dream would end one day? At this point in time, Bubbly Foam suddenly paused before saying, "Everyone in the audience, Im sorry, but I have just received an emergency message. The ount Shadowhunter Lord is being used by another individual. The person is Shadowhunter Lords master. He is a diamond ranked yer of the Europe Region. He was the number one yer with the Dark Hunter for 5 consecutive months. Hes Qiangsen Duoma. ID: Dark Lord." What kind of situation was this? Although substitutions would asionally happen, the fact that it happened on broadcast made the situation just seem ridiculous! It was obvious that Shadowhunter Lord did not expect to be matchmade with another yer. Furthermore, at that moment, his master was sitting right next to him, excited by his own memories of the past. This was the first battle after Wild King that he encountered another diamond ranked yer. This Qiangsen was the king of unorthodoxbat, specializing specifically in dark environments. In the Europe Region, if anyone encountered him in such a battleground, even if they were a diamond yer, they would usually surrender immediately to prevent themselves from being abused. This person possessed a dark and sadistic heart. "We should interview Skeleton to get his opinion," Bubbly Foam said. To Wang Zheng, Passerby A and Passerby B were no different from each other. After a brief moment, the broadcast continued. CTs support team had be even busier after this small interruption. The number of viewers swiftly rose. Battles between experts would always create a show, and this battle waspletely different from previous battles. Specific environments would suppress different mecha in different ways. Without evenparing with the Wargod No. 1, even if it was a better pilot, some mecha would still perform terribly in this caveplex. Wargod No. 1 VS Dark Hunter. 5 Minutes to showdown. The official website spared no cost to advertise this match. At the same time, on Mars and the Moons official CT websites, a simr advertisement also showed. Although it was not headlining, it was rare for a match on Earth to be shown in the other two regions. This only happened when the match was exceptionally exciting. It had also attracted the attention of a portion of fans on the Moon and on Mars. Being able to see the standard of Earths yers was something extremely interesting. What was most interesting was that the match that was being broadcasted was a low level one. This only served to pique everyones interest further. There were numerous reasons to watch the broadcast. Not only was Skeleton on a nine win streak, he was also the main actor in Lin Huiyins MV. This was what truly attracted everyones attention. However, the moment the viewers saw the mecha that was being used, those with a bit of knowledge started to make noise. Was this some kind of f**king show? A performancepetition? Some people felt depressed while others regretted it. However, the money had already been spent, and if they didnt watch the broadcast, their money would have been wasted. Perhaps they would be able to enjoy the music before the match started. Plus, that broadcaster, Bubbly Foam, was very pretty... However, those who were more attentive noticed the number of viewers. ... 524587 viewers... This was the number of viewers? Was there something wrong? Did these viewers on Earth have some sort of problem? Why were there so many people watching such a match? The number of viewers at the start of this match matched the peak number of viewers during thest match. Although there wasnt any announcement made, the enthusiasm of the fans could not be controlled. It has to be known that many high levelpetitions are announced at least a week in advance. Qiangsen had already finished his preparations. Skeletons appearance had already attracted the attention of numerous high level yers. This bastard had caused them to lose a lot of face. The discussion of Skeleton among high level yers had increased more and more. Yet because of their positions, they did not wish to demean themselves by challenging him directly. Furthermore, with the matchmaker, the opponents rank was very low and it was unlikely that they would be able to fight. Thus, this opportunity was god-given. At this point in time, there was no need to hide ones identity. He was trying to tell everyone that he was Qiangsen Duoma, the King in the Dark! Chapter 63: Blind Battle! Chapter 63: Blind Battle! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Before the battle, a few of Qiangsen Duomas battle video highlights were broadcasted. It could be said that he lived up to his reputation in his official statistics. Within the video highlights a rey of a Pentakill was included. His actions were truly godly. With regards to fighting in the dark and inplex terrain, he truly possessed deep insight and understanding. After reaching a certain point in skill, the mech could be considered to be quite rigid. However, every individual possesses a different insight towards piloting a mech as well as a different awareness of the environment, and this cannot be replicated. Looking at the exciting battle recordings, even if it was an extremely arrogant opponent, they would undoubtedly ept that Qiangsen was an expert. On the Lakato World, fighting with him was no different from being in a nightmare. The audience quickly divided themselves into two camps. One side believed that Skeleton would continue to live up to his miracles. The other side was just awaiting the end result. If the real Shadowhunter Lord was the one fighting, Skeletons win rate would likely be about 70% even though he was not used to the terrain. However, if Qiangsen was the one fighting, Skeletons win rate would only be approximately 50%. This 50% was only due to the fact that they believed in miracles! "Ladies and gentlemen, the battle has begun!" Bubbly Foam said excitedly. The map disyed on the screen. This was Lakatos mysterious underground caverns. With a birds eye view, the entire terrain could be seen to be veryplicated. Due to therge amount of stctites jutting about, it was extremely dangerous for the mecha. The geology here waspletely different from Earths. The stctites were extremely dense and had been forged under the heat of thousands of degrees. High speed waspletely worthless here, as it would likely get one impaled on a random stctite. Ones ability to jump, to be adaptable, and to understand the terrain were the key factors in battling on Lakato. Although Wang Zheng had never experienced such a battlefield, he had taken in much of the details surrounding him with a quick sweep with his eyes. Remembering the details was crucial here. With regards to such things, a quick nce was all that was needed for Wang Zhengs body to develop the necessary judgment and intuition for the fight. The so called super soldiers did not use their minds to analyze the environment, they used their bodies. Innate memories and reactions were the strongest! However, to develop such a skill for any situation was also quite insane. If it was truly as Bonehead had said, that the Rand Empire possessed a corps of super soldiers, they could definitely go on a rampage throughout the universe. Most importantly, they actually had super soldiers who could fight in any environment and release their greatest strength. They truly represented the pinnacle of mankind! Wargod No. 1 has entered! Dark Hunter has entered! Battle Begin! Upon the match starting, the surroundings immediately quieted down. Those who liked the Lakato battlefield and those who didnt formed two camps. As this was a deathly silent environment, it was so quiet that it made people nervous. Furthermore, mankind has never liked dark environments. Being unable to see much in front of them made them feel ufortable. However, there was still a small minority of individuals who enjoyed the feeling of hunting in the dark. Qiangsen Duoma was one of those people. He love the silence. In this environment, all theplexities and worries in his mind would vanish. All that would be left behind was a pure anticipation for waiting and for battle. It was a form of enjoyment. The two mecha advanced through the caverns in the dark. They were also constantly scanning the environment for any traces of the opponent. The mecha moved as lightly as possible. In such a quiet environment, making any sound would be akin to revealing their location to the opponent. The Wargod No. 1 versus the Dark Hunter. Even if it was the first time one was watching Skeleton battle, they felt extremely indignant. Was this f**ker just looking to die? The number of viewers gradually increased. Some of them had never actually yed CT but were there because they enjoyed watching mecha duel. Furthermore, this was not a battle that could be watched every day. Dark Hunters body structure was a cross between a wolf and a lion. This was a special creature found on Lakato known as a "mao." When mankind had arrived on Lakato, with the help of its biology, the maos managed to achieve great sess in battle against man. The Dark Hunter leaped around lightly in the darkness. It was perfectly suited to the environment. With sound suppressing attachments and a shock absorbing system, its ability to conceal itself was unparalleled. In the darkness, the eyes were no longer as important, and ones hearing was key. The dangerous obstacles had no effect on Qiangsens movement. In fact, looking at the mechs rhythmic movement let people feel a sense offort. Everyone who saw him move could only sigh in admiration, even those who were extremely fussy. On the other hand, the Wargod No. 1 looked quite awkward as it staggered around. It was clear that Skeleton was not used to such an environment. Humanoid mecha were truly handicapped in such an environment because they could not speed up and their shape often caused them to clip against the asional environmental hazard. What was worse was that this also created unnecessary sounds. This not only unnerved the pilot but was detrimental, as one had to stay calm in battle. However, the distance separating the yers at the start of the battle gave Wang Zheng enough time to get used to the environment. Something of this difficulty was not enough to make Wang Zheng lose his calm. On the contrary, he felt extremely excited. Such a strange environment was extremely interesting. Humanoid mecha were not suited forbat here, and even some fancy skills could not be used. Unless one was looking to die, if they spun around too quickly, one could easily identally impale themselves on a random object. A pretentious prick would definitely suffer such an end in this environment! Very quickly, the Wargod No. 1 no longer swayed around, as it had found its bearings. Imminent danger was approaching as the two mecha closed the distance between them in the dark andplex caverns. The two mecha very quickly appeared on each others motion sensors, and the two red dots gradually approached each other. At this point in time, the Dark Hunter suddenly elerated. As they had entered a curved road, there was no need to engage in an ambush, as there was no meaning to it. The Dark Hunter did not fear the Wargod No. 1. Under such oppressive circumstances, it would all be over the moment he managed to grab hold of the enemy. Aser fired. After firing the first round ofsers, Wang Zheng did not advance. He used his excellent uracy with hisser rifle to suppress the enemy and hopefully weaken him. Qiangsen reacted with surprising speed. Despite being in such aplex terrain, the Dark Hunter jumped upwards without hesitation. Skeletons amazing rifle skills had actually missed! In suchplex terrain,ser rifles were not the best choice. Facing Dark Hunters imminent advance, the Wargod No. 1 did not panic. It was clear that Skeleton had great confidence in his closebat skills. The Dark Hunter had not truly dodged theser barrage; it had been obstructed by the numerous stctites. The Dark Hunter suddenly disappeared and then reappeared in the middle of the ceiling. The mech was currently grasping onto a stctite. Immediately, the mech spun outwards andnded on the ground. The Dark Hunter did not directly rush towards the Wargod No. 1 butnded near the side of the cavern while simultaneously dodging thesers fired at it. Finally, it pivoted and dove directly at the Wargod No. 1 while letting out a bestial roar. From each of its huge paws stretched out three titanium alloy w des which were sent sweeping towards the Wargod No. 1. The entire set of movements was done in the span of a breath. It was truly a ghost in the dark. Bang... The Wargod No. 1 unsheathed its own alloy de and at the same time took half a step backwards before stabbing downwards viciously. He had managed to trap the ws that were flying towards him and he simultaneously let out a punch. This reaction was horrifyingly fast. In the darkness, ones vision was highly impaired, so reaction time would subsequently decrease. However, these two monsters were fighting as though the darkness did not affect them at all. Seeing a fist flying towards him, the Dark Hunters hind limbs exerted the maximum amount of force possible and wrenched its ws outwards trying to retreat. At the same time, it had managed to pull the Wargod No. 1 along with it and simultaneouslyunched another attack at him with his ws. Although the Wargod No. 1 was slightly staggered, he did not lose bnce. The ws once again met empty air. It had passed so closely that the rending of the air by the ws could be heard. The Wargod No. 1 dodged by the smallest of margins and immediately unleashed a strong kick. The Dark Hunter immediately dodged and pulled away from the Wargod No. 1. After jumping several times backwards, it had melded into the darkness again. The intense exchange had caused the entire audience to fall silent. They could only see the infrared lights sweep across the fields and hear sounds of moves being exchanged. The Skeleton Legions members were extremely tense. This was the first time they had seen someone being able to dodge Skeletonsser barrages and not be at a disadvantage in a closebat fight. After pulling away, the Dark Hunter had disappeared into the darkness. At this point in time, Qiangsen Duoma did something that left everyone bbergasted. The Dark Hunter turned off its infrared vision system! The Dark Hunter was not only adapted for such fights, but its infrared vision system was the best. It was designed forbat in the dark and it reduced the pilots visual mistakes. Qiangsen turned off the vision system and instead turned on the ultrasonic system. This was only an auxiliary one. Without the red light, the Dark Hunterpletely melded into the Darkness. What was scarier was that after Qiangsen had turned off the vision system, his movement had actually be more agile! It was as though he was in total control in this world of darkness. All of the kids that were watching were stunned. It was said that those who piloted the Dark Hunter to the pinnacle would be a master of the ultrasonic system. They would be like a bat, fusing with the darkness and controlling the mech purely based on instinct. Such people could only be counted on the fingers of one hand in the military. What was one of them doing here?? Was it a fake? Was he pretending? The audience was not blind. This Qiangsens movements had very clearly increased by another level. It was as though he was a ghost in the dark. Very quickly he re-approached the Wargod No. 1 without alerting him. Because the sounds made by the Dark Hunter were just too soft, it was impossible to discern the mechs position. However, on the contrary, the ultrasonic system used echoes to discern the position of the enemy. The main problem here was that the Wargod No. 1 did not have such a system! Would he purely rely on his ears? Everyone was dumbfounded. This was the beginning of his slow death. The Dark Hunter had already entered a 10 meter radius of the Wargod No 1. The Wargod No. 1 waspletely unable to discern the location of the Dark Hunter. Its infrared sensors were slowly sweeping the area but nothing could be seen. No one had ever heard of any yer being able to use the ultrasonic waves to determine the location of the enemy. Was that bastard just ying around? If he trained his body, he would be able to be an ace in the military! This directly countered the Wargod No. 1! In the darkness, the Dark Hunter had truly be a hunter. It was like a ghost it prepared to attack. Only at this point in time did it let out a sound. The Wargod No. 1 knew that the enemy was at his rear, but before he could turn around, the Dark Hunter had already lunged at him. Everyone closed their eyes. Bang... God! The Wargod No. 1, who was holding an alloy de in a reverse grip, had managed to block the ws at his back! Although he did not manage topletely block the blow, he had no choice but to fight. The mech staggered but quickly retreated. The Dark Hunter once again jumped into the air and grabbed onto a stctite hanging from the ceiling before using it tounch itself forward with its ws shing out in a cross shape towards the Wargod No. 1! This was an undefeated series of lethal attacks! Does this guy have any face left? This was a skill only used by the elites of the military who had practiced to the point of perfection. What was he doing here? Didnt he have anything better to do? The Wargod No. 1 had already lost its bnce. At this moment, he grabbed a stctite beside him and, by exerting force, he used it as a pivot to allow him to stabilize and subsequentlysh out with a kick towards the Dark Hunter that was already flying at him. The sound of a sh reverberated around the battlefield. Chapter 64: God of the Dark Chapter 64: God of the Dark Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The two mecha retreated simultaneously and disappeared into the dark. Just before the Wargod No. 1 retreated, he had turned off his infrared vision system as well. Everyone waspletely dazed at such an action. Why did the Wargod No. 1 do something like that? He didnt have other auxiliary systems to assist him. Was he trying to admit defeat? However, there was no other choice. The infrared light was too bright; it was as good as painting a target board on himself in the darkness. One had to know that the Dark Hunter had a defensive shield. No matter how hard he cut it, it was not impossible for the Wargod No. 1 to win in a brawl. Even if Skeletons closebat skills were very strong, in such a situation, the opponent had already proven his ability to match him blow for blow. Regardless of whether one had watched many of such shows or if it was their first time, everyone held their breaths in excitement. Both of thementators were very quiet. Such a battle did not require theirments. Knowing when to speak was one of the most basic skills required of amentator! This was the twopetitors showtime! Although this battle was not as lively as a normal battle, the atmosphere was way more tense and hair-raising. The Wargod No. 1 had been pressured into a dire situation, and this was the first time apetitor had everpletely suppressed Skeleton! This was Qiangsen Duoma. This was the might of the Europe Regions Dark Lord. This was also why he was famous yet enigmatic. In the high level arenas, so long as the map was simr to Lakato, his win rate was 100%! Moving forward, a legend would only create another legend. The Dark Hunter emitted a dense amount of killing intent. The prey had already been located. To Qiangsen Duoma, finding his opponent was no different from a finding a firefly in the dark. In a Wargods Covenant Net Caf in Europe. A middle-aged man was currently engaged in a battle. The only thing was that everyone there knew that the boss unfortunately possessed azy eye. This was the legendary Dark Lord. No one knew where he came from. Beside the middle-aged man sat a young man. He was the real owner of the Shadowhunter Lord ID. This ordinary-looking Net Caf boss used to be a soldier in the Sol Federation Federal Army. He was the ace of the ck opsbat team back then. Once, when he was carrying out his duties, he had been subject to arge amount of radiation and was hit with a debilitating physical injury. At the same time, he was afflicted with amblyopia and had to retire. Some individuals might have chosen to stay in the army in another capacity, while the more exceptional ones would choose to live in peace back home. However, during their peaceful lives, they would often recall their glorious memories as a warrior. Only death would truly bring peace to the blood boiling inside them. Qiangsen had not had such a feeling in ages. Although he did not know who the opponent was, excluding the physical factors, the enemys reactions and ability to pilot the mech would definitely ce him as an expert in the army. It was not that he did not want to attack relentlessly. It was that the opponent left no ws to exploit. All of the openings were clearly traps to be exploited by him! If he wanted to take advantage of those openings, he would have to pay a price! At the same time, Wang Zheng could feel that the opponent was an extremely experienced export. Such experience in battle could only be obtained through battle. The enemy was constantly probing him with his attacks. In the darkness, the Dark Hunter renewed its assault and numerous shing sounds could be heard. However, one could not identify where these sounds wereing from. The Dark Hunter could move unhindered, and with its ws, it could attach itself to the top of the cavern. Without being able to locate the enemy, theser could be used. At the same time, the Dark Hunter had finally revealed its skills. The agile movements of the mech could could scare a kid to the point where he pissed his pants. The Wargod No. 1 was motionless, as moving randomly would only lead to his death. He was trying to determine the location of the enemy. Without a godly sound isting system, only echoes could be heard. If one could only hear such sounds in the deathly stillness of the dark, it would no doubt cause them to build up terror, anxiousness, and helplessness. In the end, it would cause one to copse. Even the surrounding audience members felt dazed and helpless. If they were in the same position, in such a situation, they would probably be so afraid of the opponent that they would have surrendered. In reality, most of thepetitors would also choose the same option. Fighting Qiangsen in such an environment only proved that one had a problem with their heart. At this point in time, the stationary Wargod No. 1 suddenly shed viciously towards his right side into empty air. But... F**k! This was the position that the Dark Hunter was moving to! Foresight! This was the rhythm of a god! He could even foresee something like this! This was not by chance! Rumbling noises were heard. The two mecha exchanged a flurry of vicious blows. It was as though the darkness did not affect either of them. These were experts who could fight in the darkness. In such an environment, their hearts were even clearer! Wang Zheng was extremely happy. He had finally found a worthy opponent! Qiangsen closed both his eyes and the corner of his mouth shifted into a gratuitous smile. He had been hoping for a battle like this even in his dreams! Leaving the battlefield was a fate worse than death for a warrior at the peak! Regardless of the opponent, he would give it his all! The ultrasonic system was turned off. It was meant for newbies. Using it to make decisions would cause ones reaction time tog by almost a third of a second. The opponents movements and choice of systems could all be seen on the screen. Neither of them were using any assisting systems; they were freaks who could fight in the dark. The alloy knife and the ws shed in a firework of sparks. The rough terrain and obstacles in the dark were unable to obstruct the two individuals. In fact, the battle between the two became more and more intense. Even the audience was feeling asphyxiated at this exciting sight! This was a battle at the level of the military! The audience on the Moon and Mars were absolutely dumbfounded. Was this the standard of Earth? The controller of Dark Hunter was a freak, and the one who used the Wargod No. 1 was a freak as well. What kind of monster could use the Wargod No. 1 to such a level with such life-like movements? In actuality, humanoid mecha could also perform beast-mecha-like movements. Humans evolved from animals after all, so even though the four limbs might not be as nimble, they could still suffice. Bang... After ten consecutive exchanges, the two mecha separated and disappeared into the darkness. This was the movement of experts. They moved like rabbits before bing absolutely quiet. The mecha becamepletely silent. In Qiangsens ten odd years of army service, of all the experts he had ever met, the one in front of him was truly the most skilled. Because he had not exercised properly in a long time, he wondered if he could still execute that particr set of moves. The Dark Hunter increased the engine to the max, and Qiangsen could feel every cell in his body beginning to feel excited. It was as though he was back in the past. The Dark Hunter suddenly lunged forward. Pitter patter pitter patter... what were these movements? The Dark Hunters four limbs were now moving independently of each other. However, even its position, direction of assault, and the angle which it came from could not be determined. The slight movements which increased in erratic frequency did not cause arge disturbance; it was all contained in a small area. In the darkness, it was apletely unpredictable attack. If the Wargod No. 1 did not move, it would definitely be destroyed. It was impossible to predict the opponents trajectory of movement, so he could not block it like he did before. At this point, the Wargod No. 1 started to move. The two of them began to move in theplicated terrain in absolute control. The Wargod No. 1 also began to vary its movements to the same frequency as Dark Hunter! How could he do that with just two limbs??? However, observing the Wargod No. 1s movement would cause one to feel slightly disorientated. Yet this was only possible through the conversion to an erratic frequency of movement! The distance between the two gradually decreased, and the Dark Hunter struck first. As a result, he managed to gain the initiative. Only those who could not see would feel calm. Only then could one truly observe what was happening! The erratic movements were ineffective! Young Deers heart was roaring in excitement. This bastard was considered a god? Ruin him! First strike! The Dark Hunter unleashed a crazy w attack. He was hopping from left to right while his ws were shing crazily. It was as though there were innumerable w attacksing at the Wargod No. 1. The Wargod No. 1s titanium knife could only passively defend as he parried the attacksing at him. However, the Dark Hunter had already bepletely insane and was attacking wildly. One could now see the advantage of having four limbs to traverse the terrain. The hind legs could grip the terrain firmly and allow the front limbs to attack stably! However, the Wargod No. 1 was already wavering unsteadily as the battle progressed. Honestly speaking, even if another mech was used, its energy shield would have long dissipated. How could the Wargod No. 1 survive for such a long time? Bang Bang Bang Bang... One of the arms of the Wargod No. 1 exploded! Even when one passively defended, there would still be a price to pay! Under the relentless assault, the Wargod No. 1 had already exceeded its limits. This was the Dark Lord! Even if you were a god, you would still have to bow your head in his presence! A few individuals began to roar loudly. There were cheering for the victor. On the other side, some of the members of the Skeleton Corps even had the urge tomit suicide. What could be done?? Bang... The titanium knife had been knocked away! The Wargod No. 1s defense was already copsing. What was Skeleton doing? Why was he not dodging? Why was he stubbornly facing death? The disadvantage in mech capabilities was clearly disyed here. At this point in time, it had to be said that the Dark Hunter ha not even activated its energy shield. He was going to lose. The prey was already on the point of copse. Qiangsen was waiting for this moment. He hadpletely destroyed all forms of resistance. The Dark Hunter sliced out in a cross-shaped fashion. The twin ws shed across. At this point in time, Qiangsens body surged with his long lost energy, the energy of a warrior. Under Qiangsens control, the speed of the ws was so high that it even caused a slight brilliance to shine out in the darkness. This was a blow that wouldpletely destroy the opponent. At this point. A red light shed out and the Wargod No. 1 disappeared. What followed was the sound of an explosion as fireworks nketed the cavern. Skeleton WIN!! What?? What happened? Young Deer was the first one to jump up. He hadpletely forgotten his role inmentating. "What happened? Did the Dark Lord disconnect? How did Skeleton win? Who is trying to fool around?" At this point, the slow motion kill camera was reyed. As the Dark Hunter rushed over, the entire environment suddenly lit up. Everyone finally understood why the Wargod No. 1 had refused to move. That was due to the fact that right behind him protruded a stctite. At the moment the Dark Hunter unleashed its vicious attack, the red light from the infrared vision system lit up. Because everyone was in darkness, the sudden light caused them to bepletely blinded. Individuals who were adapted to the dark were affected even more. When Qiangsen realized what had happened, it was already toote. In actuality, when he had executed his attack, he had felt that he was going to lose. This was the intuition of a warrior. What had defeated the Dark Hunter was an enormous stctite. The two ws could not defend in time before the mech had already been impaled. When the audience noticed the Wargod No. 1s movements, a chill could be felt. The Wargod No. 1 had merely side stepped and watched the entire thing unfold. Chapter 65: A Warrior’s Dedication Chapter 65: A Warriors Dedication Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the caf of that small town, the boss of that caf was considered their god. He was their most famous expert, despite his bad eye. He was no different from a god. A true god. Even in their dreams, they could not imagine that in such a battlefield, Qiangsen would lose. That Wargod No. 1 stood quietly in the darkness. It was no different from the scariest demon that ever existed. "Teacher... How could this be?" Ah Luo waspletely shocked. How could there be anyone in this world who could use a Wargod No. 1 to beat him? Furthermore, it was in this dark terrain. Qiangsen removed the game headset slowly, and his eyes slowly opened. Looking at this foreign world, his eyes zed with a slight wisp of passion. His mouth gradually turned into a wry smile. Sometimes, defeat was a form of fortune. Watching the ming carcass of the Dark Hunter, the Wargod No. 1 gave a salute with his remaining arm. Warng Zheng was very sure that his opponent was a soldier. Only a soldier who had personally experienced hundreds of battles would have such a battle aura. This was worthy of respect. Being able to exchange blows with such an opponent was his honor. If Qiangsen was the Dark Lord, then Skeleton would be considered the God of the Dark! The Wargod No. 1 was not a god. Even if a god were to be used in such a terrain, they would still be inevitably limited by its technical specifications. However, this was not a requirement for winning. In the battleground, ones state of mind and the environment allows them to grasp hold of victory. Everything that was done beforehand was for the sake of that final exchange. This id what caused the entire audience to be silent. What kind of mental quality was necessary for one to face such a situation so calmly? A marching theme began to y loudly. Numerous sounds of different animals could be heard. All of it wasing from the Skeleton Corps. Even they could not believe that the situation would turn around at thest moment. This was the most nail-biting battle that they had ever watched. The opponent was just too strong, and the advantage held by him was just toorge! However, a god was a god! He would always win! Numerous individuals were singing the battle anthem of the Skeleton Corps, and it resounded through the audience area. Another group of audience participants, the ones that were more reasonable, could not help but sigh. This was just inexplicable. If ones ability to pilot had a limit, then after analyzing both the bigger picture and the details specifically, the conclusion was that this was truly heaven-defying. Young Deer had spoken way too much. Things were always too vtile, and even his mood had been affected. More recently, he could never feel happy and it was simply a tragedy. "Uncle Old Deer, the man still lives! You have to believe in miracles!" Bubbly Foam let out a radiant smile which warmed Old Deers devastated heart. Old Deer, who was still in the midst of broadcasting, felt a bit dizzy before he suddenly copsed. The broadcasting room burst into a flurry of activity. The ups and downs of thest battle were just too intense. Even thementator, Old Deer, had been defeated by the excitement. He had immersed himself as Skeletons opponent and had exerted all of his strength. The number of VIP members watching reached 800,000, while the number of VVIPs reached 500,000. This was a heaven-defying number of viewers! Not long after, the officials released a video analysis. "Tribute to the Immortal Spirit C Qiangsen!" Indeed, the opponent was Qiangsen. He was an individual known for numerous illustrious exploits as a Special Forces member. Although he had left the military, no one forgot his meritorious service. Although he could no longer serve in the army due to his bodys condition, he survived in spirit. The audience finally understood why Qiangsen was able to win 100% of the time in Lakato. He was truly the Dark Lord. Then in this case... who was Skeleton? In this world, who could pilot the Wargod No. 1 and beat an actual military serviceman? What kind of monstrous judgment did he possess? After thatst battle, Skeleton once again proved his godly status by even saluting to the Dark Hunter. This was the respect soldiers gave to each other!! There was no angry roaring, no thunderous shouts. All that happened was cold, methodologicalbat. It was apetition of experience and ones judgment. Their perception and judgment was truly frightening; they had shocked the vast majority of the audience. The majority of individuals would simply crumble below the pressure due to the environment. Without relying on auxiliary systems while still possessing deep insight regarding the terrain, it truly caused everyone to feel disappointed at their inferiority. After this match was publicized, it proved an important lesson. Regardless of who you were, what position you had, however strong your physical ability was, in CT, what mattered most was ones strength in order to gain victory! "Let us surpass the gods together with Skeleton!" This was the title of the analysis video released by the Skeleton Corps chief of staff. Many female students were currently discussing who among the guys was the most handsome, most muscr, had the most trysts, and other things. On the other hand, those in the male dormitory were currently wailing like ghosts and howling like wolves. They had no choice but to wail and howl. If not, there was no other way for them to vent the fervour in their hearts. This was an expert. Those who needed to rely on external equipment were weaklings! Ye Zisu and the other two girls were looking at each other. Girls would not act the same way as guys. However, the three of them were momentarily stunned. "Is this guy a human? How could he notice such an object even at that point in time?" Du Qingqing asked nkly. Even if Skeleton had not specifically noticed the stctite, in the heat of battle, how could someone even split their attention to notice something so obscure? "He was in control of the situation at all times. This is a necessary requirement of amander," Ye Zisu said with a sigh. Although it was easy to say it, it was extremely difficult to execute it. In the history of mankind, only those who were exceptional were able to do so. This was real strength. By being able to grasp the most crucial aspect in the entire situation, this was something that was most easily ignored in a battle. "This is true talent!" An Mei sincerely eximed. "Hehe, even I have be interested in him!" "Haha, be careful! You dont want Tyrant Su to break up with you!" "Only if he has balls!" An Meiughed. The rtionship had caused An Mei to be invigorated and she seemed more and more radiant. It was not wrong to say that a girl who was dating would be at the peak of her beauty. "I am extremely curious as to who this Skeleton really is. Qiangsen was a true elite of the military. Even though his body suffered an injury, in CT, such an injury should not have affected him," Ye Zisu said. The other two nodded in agreement. It had to be known that Skeleton was using the Wargod No. 1. It was a fatal gift to the opponent in a battlefield such as Lakato. Without undergoing harsh training in nightbat, one would not be able to adapt to the darkness. However, this darkness seemed to be childs y. Compared to Boneheads training, which fully exploited ones deepest, darkest fears, this darkness was considered a blessing. To adapt so easily? Once one feels that death is a luxury, to adapt to the situation is not difficult. To Wang Zheng, meeting such an opponent was his blessing. It had allowed him to realize that all his efforts were not in vain. This was not merely a simple battle; it was a collision of wills! He could feel his opponents effort and determination. This allowed him to see the value in his effort and determination as well! He was not alone! The military salute was a form of respect for his opponent. There were no losers here. Bubbly Foam was truly a little girl. After experiencing such an intense battle, she was so moved that her eyes teared up. Lin Huiyins NOTAFRAID was also ying in the background. In this world, if one was brave, there would truly be nothing to fear. In the small town, the cafs patrons had only just found out about Qiangsens background. They had always just thought that he was an individual who loved to y games and was half blind. Although he had lost, apuse rocked the sky. Qiangsen was a true hero! Bubbly Foam restrained her emotions. Last time, she had forgotten what she was supposed to do, but she would not make the same mistake again today. "Contestant Skeleton, I represent all of the members when I ask you this question... do you have a girlfriend?" Bubbly Foams face turned bright red. "Haha, Im kidding. That was a question I wanted to ask. What the audience really wants to know is if you will continue to use the Wargod No. 1?" The number of VIP viewers had already approached 800,000, and it was still increasing. Lin Huiyin was lying on her bed while furiously writing something. Her face even looked as though she had just cried. She felt that she had be more and more emotional. This was a real battle that demonstrated ones willpower and dedication. This new song would be one about persistence. She did not expect that even this battle would give rise to more inspiration! That short three seconds before Skeleton replied were no different from three long days. Everyone waited quietly for his answer. At this moment, right in front of the audience, the screen shed four words: "Forever Free-to-y" Was this... the legendary reply of this super god?! Solon almost fell out of his chair. He had guessed numerous exnations, but he felt that the most correct one was that only the Wargod No. 1 could allow one to demonstrate superior strength... in the end... Although not everyone would take this seriously, some of the girls became crazy. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun had realized that these four words had caused numerous female yers to wish to join the Skeleton Corps. What kind of situation was this? To the girls, the cold and cool hero was only one that could be observed from a distance. However, a hero that had the sense of hero was someone that was truly perfect. Meanwhile, the innocent Student Wang was currently thinking about the fight. This battle was very satisfying. The opponents oppressiveness had forced him to observe the surroundings closely. Even though it did not seem possible to win, there was always a chance for victory. While everyone felt that the Wargod No. 1 was disadvantaged in such terrain, having the belief that one would win was extremely important. As to that answer... it was truly the truth! Free-to-y was the hard truth! In the Shangri-La Hotel, Aina was currently making a report on her activities. This was something she had to do as a princess. The freedom she had was rtive. With regards to her strange request, it was originally rejected by the royal family. However, due to the rules that were in ce, they could only reluctantly agree and hope that Aina would still maintain the decorum of a princess. Although her identity was a secret, as a princess, there were some things that she had to do. Furthermore, as Aina was the Milky Way Alliances model princess, the people around here were not as worried. They took it as an opportunity for her to better understand themon man. Especially since Earth was mankinds home, it possessed a more fitting atmosphere. After a long winded hour, she finally finished the report. Although Aina knew that she could finish this weeks responsibilities, just thinking of the future gave her a headache. She knew that she was ying with fire. In fact, she was like a moth to a me, yet she could not control herself. At this point in time, she truly envied Huiyin. Both of them were princesses, but she could do whatever she pleased; she was able to live her dream as a singer. However, it was her misfortune to be first in line to the throne. Perhaps when that little girl came back, she could be ced in a staff position. This cousin of hers was famous for being an evil sprite. She was smarter than Aina when it came to numerous things, and even An did not possess such strict criteria for their heirs. However, being a public figure was not easy. Huiyin had to spend numerous days to convince the royal family to allow her to be a singer. In fact, the royal family was extremely satisfied with her current contributions. Chapter 66: New Challengers Arise Chapter 66: New Challengers Arise Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Currently, inside Ares Colleges courtyard, Masasi and friends had already finished their final preparations. Steel Leg Zhuo stared at the group of people. "I have watched you put in effort as you trained. For tomorrows battle, I hope that everyone will have no regrets and fight to the best of their abilities!" "Yes, Sir!" "Zhang Shan, do you have anything to say?" "Sorry, Sir, I hope that you can reconsider and let Wang Zheng be our teams reserve. We arecking reserve members!" Zhuo Mu was surprised for a brief moment. The students scores were not bad. However, he had fallen sick on the first day of special training and did not participate in it. Furthermore, the principal had even rmended him just that morning. "Are you willing to be responsible for your decision?" Zhuo Mu said, as he looked at Zhang Shan. Zhang Shan was stunned. Although Wang Zhengs performance at military college was not bad, he had no foundation in it at all. At this point, Meng Tian suddenly took a step forward. "Reporting, Sir! I would also like to rmend Wang Zheng!" "Really?" Zhuo Mu hesitated for a moment. At that point, Masasi also took another step forward and gave a wry smile. "Sir, we are currentlycking one member to act as a reserve. I feel that we should give Student Wang Zheng a chance." "Masasi, you are the team captain. This matter is up to you. I will respect your decision, so he can be a reserve member." Zhuo Mu waved his hand and dismissed the group, allowing them to go back and rest. "Captain, I would like to thank you on behalf of Wang Zheng." Zhang Shan said. He had never expected Masasi and Meng Tian to rmend Wang Zheng. However, he felt that Wang Zheng fit the Physics Department better. "Hehe. I heard that Student Wang Zheng has recently made arge contribution in the field of physics. I hope that he will be able strengthen our team." Masasi was always elegant, typical of a person from the Moon. To Masasi, he hoped that this opportunity would allow him to gather first hand data. Wang Zheng was also one of the selected candidates. However, his weak constitution was unexpected. As a soldier, one needed a strong body. If one were to falter at a key time, even if he was extremely strong, it would be useless. However, the team happened tock a reserve, and this would give him an opportunity to observe him. The Tri-College Exchange was about to start. The three principals took turns to give speeches. Although Jamal and Adonis were away from their home turf, they did not act modestly, and they even tyrannically introduced their own colleges and their future goals. Following them were the student representatives. Ares College sent Masasi. Zeus College sent Lear Cronos. Apollo College sent Campbell. Masasis style seemed as lively as spring. Campbell had an aura of tyranny developed from years of prestige. Lear Cronos was also an unknown youth. Although he seemed to be satisfactory as a representative, his aura was not prevalent, and he had a slightly cold exterior. Like Masasi, he was a freshman student who was a captain. To Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu, the most important thing was that Lear was currently Yue Jings boyfriend. Yan Xiaosu was a gentle person, so he had let bygones be bygones. Now that he had a new life with a new girlfriend, he even hoped that Yue Jing would have a happy life. The first day was extremely lively. However, it was the start of a nightmare for the students of Ares College. The first day was apetition of the representatives physical condition. There was an obstacle race and a three-target shootingpetition. Thepetition would take ce in Ares Colleges Glory Stadium. The firstpetition was the obstacle race. The entire team had to participate, and the individual results werebined for a final score. The obstacle race was one kilometer long, and there were rope swings, wall climbing, single nk bridges, hangings, and more. It tested a soldiers fitness in every aspect. The organizers, Ares College, were the first ones to participate. Numerous students were there to show support, and their cheers were earth-shaking. They had a lot of hope for thispetition. Everyone was looking forward to their team winning grandly. As the reserve, Wang Zheng was sitting at the reserve bench and pping his hands loudly. Chen Xiu and the beautiful girls were sitting on the first row. Tyrant Su had already bought all kinds of snacks and props. He was a professional. When Masasi appeared, the entire stadium cheered raucously. After which, the referee introduced each member of the team. When he reached Meng Tian, the cheers were so loud that even the deaf could hear it. The allure of a beautifuldy was clearly significant. At the Apollo Colleges teams seats, Lear gave an indifferent look at Meng Tian. Although Meng Tian could feel his gaze, she avoided it. Thepetition had started. Ma Xiao, being an experienced member and also the previous captain, was the first one to act. He was not unfamiliar with such an obstacle race. Although this year was harder, it was not particrly surprising. 3 minutes and 10 seconds was the previous record. Every time Ma Xiaos conquered an obstacle, the crowd would cheer. The cheers also encouraged him, causing him to perform quicker. His final result was 3 minutes and 19 seconds. He was slower than the record by 9 seconds. However, the difficulty was significantly higher this time. This was definitely a good result, so the entire stadium apuded. Next was was Jiang Bins turn. He was slightly weaker and had a time of 3 minutes and 50 seconds, but it was still within 4 minutes, so Jiang Bin received quite a lot of apuse. However, the members of Apollo College and Zeus College already had looks of disdain on their faces. In fact, someone were alreadyughing. When Meng Tian appeared, although there were less female members, no one looked down on the females. For a female to appear in apetition, they were definitely much stronger than normal men. Meng Tians movements were nimble and agile. They were very efficient with little wasted movements. This had a lot to do with her body size, as her long legs were used perfectly. 3 minutes and 2 seconds. Meng Tian had broken the school record for the previouspetition. The apuse was so loud. it seemed like the ce had exploded. This was well deserved for the schools flower. After thepetition, Meng Tian coldly returned to her previous position. When Zhang Shan appeared, Student Zhang waved his two hands and tried to hype the audience further. The audience gave face, especially those from the Physics Department; they cheered even louder. In the end, Zhang Shan took 3 minutes and 9 seconds and had also broken the previous record. This led the males of the Physics Department to feel absolutely shocked. It was too impressive. Chen Xiu was jumping around at the side while screaming loudly. It looked as though he was trying to intimidate his opponents. Thest one to appear was Masasi. Everyone wanted to know how well this special genius would perform. Would he truly live up to his name? The entire stadium was quiet as they awaited Masasis performance. Masasi had a result of 2 minutes and 50 seconds. It truly caused the students passionate cries to re up! This was strength! This was the standard! This was the strength of Ares College! When the results came out, everyone was feeling extremely confident, as their performance had improved significantly. Even the weakest member, Jiang Bin, had managed to maintain the standard and not let the team down. Next was Campbells team from Apollo College. Campbell picked up the microphone and spoke. "Dear students from Ares College. If our performance in thepetition gives you a shock, I am extremely sorry. Please face reality." What was this situation? Thepetition had not started, but Campbell had already dered victory. Apollo Colleges students had the exact same body physique. It was absolutely the gold standard with those defined muscles they possessed. One look and one could tell that these were model elites. The first one had a result of 3 minutes and 5 seconds. The second had a result of 3 minutes and 4 seconds. The third one had a result of 3 minutes. The fourth one had a result of 2 minutes and 50 seconds. Campbell had a result of 2 minutes and 30 seconds. 2 minutes and 30 seconds! This was the ability of Earths military colleges number one elite! The entire stadium had turned quiet. It was just as Campbell had said before thepetition. If they felt shocked, he was sorry. This was reality after all! The truth was that they were too weak! Even if they had a Masasi, so what? It looked as though this year would be Apollos victory. Following which was Zeus College. Zeus Colleges strength was not too disparate; it was only a bit weaker than Apollo. Lear Cronos also had a few words to say. "The waves of today will push away the waves from before. A new group of people will rece the old." This was a provocation directed towards Campbell. Over the years, those who wanted to challenge him had only faded with the wind. In the end, only Campbell had remained with a smile on his face. Zeus Colleges first member to turn out was a fatty, Luo Fei. Damn, even someone with such a body could fit into a mech? Was Zeus College trying to give Ares College some hope? Very quickly the crowd was silenced. He was truly a "flying" fatty. He was a high speed meatball. He finished the course in 2 minutes and 45 seconds. Although he did not break Campbells record, if the first member had such results, it gave the audience a lot of pressure. Zeus Colleges situation was not the same; there were individuals of all shapes and sizes. There was even one who looked like a child. However, all of their results were under 3 minutes. Thest one to appear, Lear, caused everyone to be speechless. He moved like lightning as he weaved through each obstacle without losing speed at all. It looked as though he was extremely familiar with the course. It was as though he was inplete control of both the rhythm and his speed in the race. It was like watching a show. At the end, he had actually decreased his speed slightly as he slowly took thest three steps across the finishing line. He had taken 2 minutes exactly. This... demonstration! Lear stood in the center of the stadium as he quietly looked at everyone. Although he was looking up at the audience members, everyone felt that he was the one observing them. After refreshing the results, the one who had broken Earths Tri-College Competition Record looked nonchnt. He could have cleared the course in less than 2 minutes, but he clearly chose not to. Was it truly considered as a 2 minute record? This was yet another blow to the confidence of the students of Ares College. The once confident students were nowpletely silent. Lear once again looked at Meng Tian, but she looked away. She did not look surprised at the result. Campbell was also shocked. He never expected to meet such an opponent. However, this was just the start; there would be plenty of opportunitiester. Just because one could run and jump did not mean that they were skilled in every aspect. Waves had been stirred in the originally not suspensefulpetition. It was as though a battle between old and new kings would erupt. Campbell was the undefeated old emperor. Would this new individual by the name of Lear be able to ascend to the top? The secondpetition, shooting. In this sort of shootingpetition, it was not merely just shooting targets. There were numerous people at the side attempting to distract thepetitors by making noise. They would also wave their hands to do their best to distract. For the sake of fairness, only the opponents could create trouble for each other. In such a situation, Ares Colleges results were even worse. Other than Masasi and Meng Tian, who still had decent results, the rest... Zhang Shan truly hoped that he could beat up the opponent. That fatty actually went to bed a female in front of him. That bastard truly did not care about face. Even such methods were used. Chapter 67: Sacrifice in Crisis Chapter 67: Sacrifice in Crisis Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Meng Tian waspletely unaffected by the situation. Lear was sitting at the side like a gentleman, quietly observing her. However, her performance was just not as good. When it was Zeus Colleges turn, Lear was the only who achieved full points. Those that interfered with him felt as though they had been pped across their faces. Lear did not react at all to their moves. Apollo Colleges students were quite insidious. They had even threatened Lear with knives. Although they were not allowed to harm otherpetitors, the knife was ced extremely close to the front of his face. s, it was of no use... At that moment, a trace of ridicule shed across Lears eyes. Campbell had only missed three shots and was ranked second. He could finally feel the stiffpetition awaiting him. After the first day ofpetition, Ares College waspletely relegated to a supporting role. Their performance was absolutely miserable. Jiang Bin had fired 50 shots in the shootingpetition but missed 30 of them. He had set a new record for the worst possible performance. At the end, even if one did not feel ashamed, everyone feltpletely disregarded. It hadpletely turned into Lear and Campbells fight. Even Masasis performance only allowed him to take fourth ce. Before thepetition, Masasi was the center of attention. Who would have known the result would have been so different? The talent of the average individual on Earth was terrible. However, the cream of the crop was not at a point where they would be trampled by those from the Moon. From the beginning, Lear and Campbell had never put Masasi in their sights. So what if he was an elite from the Moon? The guests from afar did not give the organizer, Ares College, any face. After the two rounds ofpetition, Ares College was at the bottom for every event, and the disparity between the next ce was immense. There was one person who became famous after one battle, and that was Lear Cronus. He had managed to easily attain first ce for both events while breaking existing records. At the same time, he had crushed Campbell underfoot. It was quite stunning. His performance in thepetition had caused him to be firmly engraved in the minds of the journalists and military recruitment officers. Gu Tes face was like the leaves swept away by the autumn wind. He could no longer even smile. Although Xiao Feis theory had caused arge uproar, it only caused the media to scrutinize the school even more. Although this was supposed to be a good thing, it had ended up causing more trouble than good. In the face ofpetition, feelings were unimportant. What a military college needed was strength. Everyone was originally cheering for the home team. However, towards the end, everyone felt quite listless, and a third had left because they could no longer bear to watch what was happening. They were being tyrannically oppressed! Ares College was extremely quiet at night. Zhang Shan was just staring nkly into space. It was too depressing. They originally nned to show off their abilities during thepetition but had instead been crushed. If it was not for Masasis performance salvaging a scrap of respect for their team, they would havepletely lost all face. It could be said that Gu Tes n for revival had a wrench thrown into it. "Brother Shan, its just the first day; there will still be opportunities for aeback!" Chen Xiu consoled. Zhang Shans performance was still eptable and was in the middle of the pack. Meng Tian also performedparably. However, the problem was with Ma Xiao and Jiang Bin, who had dragged the team down. Jiang Bin was, unfortunately, not skilled enough. Although he was considered outstanding during normal asions, during the heat of the moment, he was unable to keep up. On the other hand, Ma Xiao was about to graduate. Thus, he was not as disciplined in maintaining his training. A single special training session was just not sufficient. Furthermore, Ma Xiaocked tyrannical confidence for victory. To him, he had already lost three years in a row, and losing once more did not mean much. Zhang Shan mmed his fist heavily against the table. "Damn it all! That bastard Lear is too arrogant. He does not even consider us an opponent!" "Its not that he doesnt consider you an opponent, its just that he doesnt consider anyone to be worthy of his attention. That bastard broke the records for both events in thepetition. This is something we are just unable to match up with," Yao Ailun said as he shrugged his shoulders. "Brother Ailun, dont be discouraged. It is at times like these that we have to support Brother Shan even more!" said Chen Xiu. Yao Ailun stood up and patted Zhang Shans shoulder. "I have to speak the truth to a brother. Theres nothing exciting about this. The opponents are already so strong during the testing phase, can you imagine how ferocious they will be when they are in mecha? That bastard is just too strong. This just feels like adults bullying children." Zhang Shan was extremely depressed. Before thepetition, the instructor said that their current abilities would give them a fighting chance. However, this was inparison to previous years standards. Although they had improved, so had the rest. Wang Zheng did not know what to say. For example, during the shootingpetition, it was apetition where one had to shoot under pressure and distractions. Although Zhang Shan was usually quite an urate shot, in that situation, his performance took arge hit. Compared to the opponents, who performed splendidly, especially Lear, they only showed how skillful they were. The Skylink sounded. It was Zhuo Mu. Zhang Shan was too embarrassed to face his own instructor. "Wang Zheng, Instructor Zhuo wants you toe as well." As a team substitute, Wang Zheng had sat on the bench watching for the entire day. That taste of defeat was a bitter pill to swallow. In the training room, all the members had arrived. It waspletely silent as everyone hung their heads in shame. Masasi was the only one with an expressionless face. However, he was still the Captain, and his team had lost spectacrly. He did not want to be too eye catching during thepetition, but he did not expect the team to perform so badly. Regardless, he was still a member of Ares College, and if he lost too badly, he would lose all his radiance. Although Meng Tian was still as icy as usual, her gaze held a trace of frustration. Ma Xiao and Jiang Bin seemed quite nonchnt. They were used to it. It was said that repeated abuse would cause one to be numb, and this wasnt their first time. After a period of time, the shame would gradually dissipate. This was their home turf after all, and they were still the kings here. Wang Zheng did not even get the chance to perform today. After a short period of time, Zhuo Mu arrived. Surprisingly, he was not thundering furiously. Instead, Zhuo Mu looked at the group and sighed. "Tomorrow will be thest day I will be teaching at Ares College. Being unable to match up to others is not a humiliation. However, giving up after the first defeat is a sign of weakness. Regardless of the results tomorrow, I hope everyone will be able to demonstrate the full extent of their abilities. Dont have any regrets!" Zhuo Mu said calmly. With such results, he could no longer stay on, and dismissing himself was necessary. Zhang Shan clenched his fist tightly. He could feel that Zhuo Mu was an excellent instructor during the period of training. Zhuo Mus iron-blooded soldierly demeanor had boosted his morale, but he himself had not worked hard enough. His gaze swept across the team. Even Ma Xiao felt slightly guilty. On the contrary, Jiang Bin waspletely nonchnt. "Instructor, during yesterdays testing, I injured my leg. I didnt realize it at first, but now it hurts. Can I be excused from tomorrowspetition?" Jiang Bin suddenly said. Everyones gaze shifted over him. B**ch, what kind of bulls**t injury was he talking about? He was clearly trying to escape. If it was the previous Zhuo Mu, he would definitely have flown into a rage. However, this time, he seemed unwilling to say anything. "Ones path is chosen by oneself. You can go. Wang Zheng, do you want to give it a shot?" The moment he was excused, Jiang Bin rushed out. For the entire first day, it was as though he was sitting on a pincushion. He hadpletely lost all face. The second day would only get worse, and he was unwilling to suffer to the end. Wang Zheng saluted smartly. "Yes!" His voice was extremely excited. Zhuo Mu stared nkly for a moment before shaking his head. "Kid, you will be using a real mech tomorrow. Are you sure you can do it?" "Reporting to Instructor! I learned how to pilot a mech when I was at OMG. I think the controls should not be significantly different, and I am unafraid of humiliation!" Wang Zheng said directly. Zhuo Mu gave him a bitter smile. Being able to pilot a mech andpeting in one were twopletely different things. The problem was that thepetition mecha had been locked up and could not be used. Otherwise, even a few hours of practice on it would be good. Right now Wang Zheng was the only choice he had, as the team could not be short of any members. Having stage fright was more shameful than losing. If news of this came out, Ares College would lose all respect. If they had lost the discipline of a soldier, such a military college should just close down entirely. They might as well turn the college into a humanities college. In fact, some individuals had already suggested doing just that. They would remove the military departments, as it could no longer maintain its status as one of the top three military colleges. There were numerous colleges waiting for the spot to vacate and to take Ares ce. Zhuo Mu was in no mood to continue admonishing them. There was no use in it. Although Masasi could perform better, because he was an outsider, he could not fully integrate into the ce. It was nonsensical to suggest that he would give his heart and soul inpeting for Ares College, and he was already performing excellently. The students had left, leaving only Zhuo Mu. As he stared at the empty training field, his eyes became a little red. He had too many memories of this ce. He wanted to do a lot of things, but in the end, he had aplished nothing. It was time for someone else to take his ce. But before that, he would stand proud for hisst ss. Gu Te was also extremely depressed. The moment thepetition ended, he had received numerous Skylink calls. Some wanted interviews, some wanted to ask questions, and some wanted to express their dissatisfaction. Losing face was not a problem, but this time it was bad. At times, the greater the expectations, the greater the sense of disappointment. He had great hopes for his little tricks, but it had brought about even greater disappointment. One had chosen to transfer schools, and while the other one had performed admirably, it was insufficient to restore the school from the brink of defeat. What was even more surprising was that the schools standards had actually dropped. He did not know how the situation would have developed without Xiao Feis scientific results. So many years of weakness had finally coalesced and exploded. The parliament had also organized an emergency meeting. A single principal could not change the situation. Regardless of how brilliant he was, one had to know their limits. Although Gu Te was widely respected in the military and political circles, at this point in time, he should have voluntarily resigned instead of holding on to the end. Although Xiao Feis results were great, it would not restore a military colleges splendor. To Gu Te, this was also an extremely tough night. Many times it was harder to hold on than to give up. On the second day, although the mechapetition was extremely enticing for the students, not even half the stadium was filled. Yesterdays defeat had sunk in deeply, so no one wanted to be further abused today. Xiao Fei originally wanted to go to the Moon for a meeting on the Moons Sol Federations Federal Academy of Science, as her discovery was undoubtedly the most astonishing one of the year. However, after yesterdays grievous defeat, she and Marcus had put their ns on hold. Regardless of the situation, they were still a part of Ares College. The moment Xiao Fei appeared, the entire field burst out into apuse. Perhaps only Professor Xiao Fei could redeem a shred of the students dignities. Zeus and Apollo Colleges students had also stood up to apud her. Xiao Feis discovery had already been verified by the Sol Federation. Although it was being submitted to the Milky Way System for further verification, regardless of the situation, this was something that every student had looked up to. Chapter 68: Threatening Cheers Chapter 68: Threatening Cheers Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas A string of armored soldiers stormed out from the entrance of the stadium. The crowd could not contain their excitement The model used for the day was the military college standard Lingyun series WE training mecha. Thepetition segment for today involved piloting through obstacle courses, shooting, and the most popr, mecha battles. To lighten the atmosphere as well as to save a little face for Gu Te, Apollo College led the battle. This phase of thepetition tested the mech warriors reaction speed as well as agility. Afterpleting the obstacle course, the warrior would have to hit the target within three seconds of entering the region of assault. After yesterdays mistakes, Campbell was deeply affected. He wanted to perform to his fullest potential in this segment, as it was his forte. Thus, he volunteered to be the first representative. He was extremely familiar with the Lingyun series WE training mecha. He was also highly ranked in thispetitive segment. The students of Apollo college stood up and cheered upon Campbells entrance. Upon themand, the WE mech rushed out. The feet of the mech pounded the ground with astounding impacts. Campbells speedy advance, dodging, leaping, and transitions clearly showed thepetence in his technique. This was not a game. Every action resulted in substantial pressure on the human body and would distort the actions of the mech if not controlled well. It was a bnce of two different concepts. At both sides of the stadium, soldiers controlled theser attacks, which would cause the mech to halt upon contact. Campbell leapt into the sky in an aggressive somersault, sessfully dodging the attacks. The crowd roared, and even the students of Ares College were impressed by his stunts. Campbell sessfullynded and slid forward on the mechs knees. Immediately, he took out theser gun. Bang bang bang. Bullseye. The target was destroyed In a single breath, a perfect run was executed. Campbell emerged from the pilot seat and then waved to the audience. Beads of perspiration had formed on his forehead, but he was still in full spirits. Missionplete, 2 minutes 10 seconds. The other participants of Apollo College that followed all managed toplete their missions in about 3 minutes each, a far cry from Campbells score. The total score achieved by Apollo College was 14 minutes 23 seconds. The two colleges with the best scores would advance into the final round of battle, while thest college would be eliminated from thepetition. As though it was a battle of the fittest, Zeus College too rolled out their best warrior first - Lear. All eyes had been on this all-around genius, yet little was known about his mecha piloting skills. "How I wish for him to mess up. A freshman like him should be weaker in this segment," Ma Xiao said. Mecha control required both time and experience and thus, the freshmen tended to be weaker in this area. "It is his strongest segment," Meng Tian said. The group stared at him speechlessly "Cronos Group, PJ, is thergest military weapon supplier on Earth." Everyone was in a daze. It was no wonder the middle name Cronos sounded familiar. Lear was of a different league altogether. Lear had already entered the WE Mech. It was a rtively old model that he had stopped ying with when he was a kid. Upon the gunshot, Lears mech sprung into action. For an instant, the entire audience was dumbstruck. This... Everyone could only see a mech advancing in a straight, undisturbed line at the speed of lighting. The attacks were dodged with high frequency motion as though it was childs y. No one had even noticed when theser was fired. The blows were superimposed onto the target in three urate fires. 1 minute and 45 seconds. The pilot cabins door bounced upon. Lear jumped out from the cabin andnded effortlessly on the ground. One could barely tell that he justpleted the battlepetition, as he looked totally fine. Ma Xiao and everyone gulped. He was incredible; he definitely exceeded the ability of a normal human. At this point in time, everyone seemed slightly disheartened. It was no longer an equal ying field. Campbell maintained aposed face but was feeling worried and fearful deep down. Lears experience with the mech exceeded his expectations. He could not imagine how one couldplete a series of difficult maneuvers so effortlessly. Masasi, on the other hand, was not dumbfounded. He knew that entering the list meant that one was a legendary existence, and he had set it as his goal. Lear Cronos was truly using an oxs knife for this simple matter[1]. Lear Cronos performance hyped up the morale of the Zeus College students. However, it could have been too early to start celebrating. The flying fatty followed behind Lear. He started off very well but messed up towards the end of the obstacle course, as he was trying too hard to show off his skills and did notplete his final attack within the three seconds limit. The punishment was another two minutes added to the score, bringing Zeus Colleges total score to fifteen minutes. This was a huge set back, and it sent fists flying into the air for Apollo College. Although they had a lower individual rank, Apollo Collegesbined score defeated that of Zeus College. The final battle was to follow. Campbell versus Lear. It was a match between a neer and an experienced yer. Campbell nced at Lear, but Lear appeared disinterested in him as an opponent. As they passed by Ares Colleges position, Lear looked at Masasi. "Tell Victor that Earth is my territory and that he should watch himself" Masasi smiled faintly. "Senior, I hope you can make a trip to the Moon." "Defeating him is only a matter of time," Lear said, in a calm and natural tone. Masasi did not contest this statement, as it was not something that was worth arguing over. Lear turned towards Meng Tian. "You should return if you are done exploring. Do not cause unnecessary trouble." "Sorry, I do not believe you are that close to me," Meng Tian replied. "Such a ce will just lower your standards." Lear remained nonchnt. His statement must have greatly offended at least half of Ares Colleges students. However, he still had the skill to back his words up. After returning to his seat, Lear stared coldly at Luo Fei. That fool had nearly messed everything up. Luo Fei recoiled in fear. "Lear, you should pay less attention to girls; they do not cherish good guys." Yue Jing spoke in the gentlest of tones and handed Lear a towel. Lear ignored her gesture and looked her in the eyes. "I hope your advice works." "Dont worry, I understand girls." Yue Jing smiled charmingly. At this moment, she was behaving humbly and switching up the most benevolent side of her. Thest round was for Ares College. The audience cheered for the home team. Ares College would try to secure the entry to the final round regardless of what might happen. The firstpetitor was Ma Xiao with a below average score of 3 minutes 10 seconds. Masasi followed behind with a close score of two minutes thirty seconds. Frankly speaking, Masasi had not fully adapted to the gravity of Earth. However, given Lears achievements, it was not a valid excuse. Given that Campbell was the bestpetitor from Earth, they might have caused others to look down upon the standards of thepetitors from Earth. Meng Tian was up next. Zisu and the other girls formed a line at the railings to cheer for her. True enough, Meng Tians performance did not disappoint. She had a total score of 2 minutes 50 seconds. It was score worthy of envy by her fellowrades. It was obvious that she was very familiar with her mech piloting skills. As an elite femalepetitor, she was much more flexible in her controlpared to her malerades. Ares College was starting to see hope in the face of desperation. Zeus Colleges penalty gave Ares College a chance at entering the finals. Although Ares College may not surpass Apollos score, it was still possible to defeat Zeus Colleges score. All eyes were on Zhang Shan. Zhang Shan was starting to feel the pressure, but it was even worse in the face of hope. The guys at 007 were anxiously waiting. Yao Ailun drew a cross across his chest. "Dear lord, please bless us till the end, we will win as long as our score is not the lowest. " Zhang Shan strode forward in his mecha suit. Before he had even traveled ten meters, he was shot down by the first wave of attacks. The impact was heavily felt and his speed immediately declined. It was obvious that Zhang Shan was anxiously fighting against time, but he failed to dodge a second attack. In the end, the mission was sessfullypleted, but his score was a total of 6 minutes. Sighs traveled across the stadium. Zhang Shan left the cockpit disappointed, pounding his chest in annoyance. "It is normal to pay a price for experience, young man. Take it as a lesson learned." Adonis smiled. To be frank, the results of the first threepetitors frightened him. However, once they entered the finals, Learspetency meant an easy victory. There was no room for mistakes. Currently, the total score of Ares College was 13 minutes and 13 seconds. This means that thestpetitor will have to finish his mission within 1 minute and 30 seconds for Ares to enter the finals. This in itself was an impossible task! Zhang Shans head sunk into his hands. How could he lose his calm at this critical moment, especially after he had been boastful about his abilities? "Are we still going topete?" Jamal knew that it did not matter much at this point, as the oue was almost certain. "There is still a substitutepetitor. To be frank, it doesnt matter now." Adonis felt at ease by the scores. Even y people would feel angry, but Gu Te felt extremely disheartened. "Take a look, the substitutepetitor is Wang Zheng, whom you guys were extremely curious about." "Eh, you mean the physics brat?" "He is also interested in mecha?" The curiosity of the two principals was stirred. Zhuo Mu gave Wang Zheng a pat on the back. "You can choose not topete." To be embarrassed in front of so many people might lower his self-esteem and affect his future development. Moreover, Wang Zheng had barely gotten any specialized training. "Sir, I would like to give it a try." Zhuo Mu nodded. "Go ahead, give it your best shot!" At the VIP lounge, spectators were exchanging whispers. It was such a pity, but this was fate. No matter how unfortunate, this was life. At this instant, a clear voice shouted out from the audience. "All the best, Wang Zheng!" Aina... The students looked towards the direction of the voice in a daze. A journalist even took a photo with the title "courage in the face of despair" in mind for article. But this wouldnt change anything. It was only a substitute yer. At this point in time, the audience paid little attention to him. Another person from the VIP lounge stood up. "Wang Zheng, you rascal, give it your all. If you dont, dont even think abouting to listen at my lectures anymore." Xiao Fei... Wang Zheng touched his nose. Who was it that was cheering for him.. He jumped into the mechs cockpit. It felt exactly like his training, but Wang Zheng felt his blood running. He made sure that everything was connected properly and tried to lift an arm and move a foot. Sigh! This was too cool. It was actually a real mech. This was what he had been waiting his entire life for. [1] Its a variation of the saying using an oxs knife to butcher chickens. It means that Lears actions were just overkill. Chapter 69: God’s Rhythmn Chapter 69: Gods Rhythmn Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The force exerted when piloting a mech was veryfortable on the muscles. However, it was difficult to implement it in CT and hence could not be felt. To a fighter, enduring this force was another kind of satisfying experience. As abnormal as it was, this was the spirit of a true soldier. There were bursts ofments and chatter in the stadium. What was happening? Was it even possible that Ares College had no one left? Why was this kid dawdling about? Wang Zheng randomly swung the mechs legs. His action looked hrious, resembling a puppet. At the end of the day, thementator was still a member of Ares College and thus was quite forgiving of his actions. "Seems like Wang Zheng needs to warm up. Since hes thest one to enter the stadium, can everyone give him a round of apuse?" Deep down, however, he wondered if this chap would instead run away from the stadium and oing battle... The stadium resounded with apuse. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were already covering their eyes. "F**k, this chap shouldnt act smart if he doesnt know anything. Our 007 Alliance is in jeopardy." "Tyrant Su, what is wrong with Wang Zheng? Does he know what he is doing? Didnt you say he was skillful?" An Mei asked furiously. Yan Xiaosu cowered a little. "My brother is passionate, but he didnt have any training previously. Perhaps he will create a miracle..." Xiaosus voice was getting softer. He was gradually losing his faith in Wang Zheng. "Miracle your ass! It is going to be tomorrows headline news!" Everyone looked at each other. Some were watching nkly while some seemed to be in dismay. It didnt matter at this point; only with defeat would Ares College find the space and motivation to push for greater heights. "Wang Zheng, are you ready?" The staff felt that the whole stadium was getting impatient. Wang Zheng signaled with an "OK" hand sign. Bang.... A gunshot was fired, thest run had begun! Wang Zhengs mech engine roared while Campbell and the rest were caught off guard. He was operating the engines at full capacity. This gutsy guy was not even trying to be careful. With an explosion, the WE mech charged forward. The chaotic stadium quieted down in an instant. What on earth was that thing!? The mech soldier headed for the target in a beeline, totally disregarding the obstacles in his path. Frequency shifting! NO! It was pressure shifting! It was not a passive usage of frequency shifting but rather the active usage of frequency shifting to redirect the enemies attacks. The attacks werepletely wiped out as they hit empty air. The roaring WE mech darted into the skies like a rocket. It was unstoppable! To reach the fastest speed, the WE mech did not make anyrge movements. But what about the attack? Time was almost up! Bang..... Bang.... Only two shots were fired. One more shot was still required. No matter how urate they were, three shots were the bare minimum! However, after the third shot was fired, it was definitely time out. Bang... A cold light appeared, hitting the target. Boom... Wang Zheng rotated at high speeds for four rounds before steadily halting. After a split moment of bewilderment, the crowd cheered boisterously. 1 minute 29 seconds! ϵ۰! My God! All the students went crazy. At the crucial moment, Zeus College was eliminated from thepetition. Ares College had qualified for the finals! In order to save thest few seconds, theser was fired while a titanium knife flew alongside the shots for a distance of 30 meters to urately hit the target. When the two actions synergized, it was truly impressive! Everyone was stunned. Jamal and Adonis were in dismay. What was happening? "Honestly, old friend, what was that about? Hiding such a talented student till thest moment." Jamalughed. He was truly jealous of Gu Tes capable student. Not to mention, he was an earthling, a treasure to behold! The most miserable was Adonis. At thest moment, the ambitious Zeus College was disqualified from thepetition. The teammates gave the fatty an earful. Fatty burrowed his head underneath his arms while sitting helplessly on a chair. He had made a clown out of himself when he was only trying to put on a good show. An Mei and the other beauties jumped up in excitement. " Wang Zheng, good job!" "An Mei, you are pulling my ears? Please be more gentle," Yan Xiaosu said helplessly. But very quickly, An Mei hugged Tyrant Su and nted a passionate kiss on him. Immediately, Yan Xiaosu grinned from ear to ear. "Not bad, both of you are still quite reliable!" Everyones blood boiled, and they jumped around and threw punches into the air. At this moment, something deep within everyone was awakened. No one was born to be willingly stepped over! Ares Colleges biggest problem was theck of leaders! Theycked people with leadership skills! Ma Xiao was not qualified to lead, as he was too easy going andcked ambition. Masasi couldnt be a leader either because was too distant from Ares College. The sess or failure of Ares College was of no concern to him. At this moment, the entire stadium was filled with cheers and apuse. The celebration was only a temporary one. The best had yet toe. For the final challenge, each of the final two teams had to send one representative to enter a massive battle. Apollos team would surely pick Campbell due to his proven track record. But what about Ares College? Apollos choice was clear: Campbell was their ultimate weapon. However, Ares College was having an issue choosing a representative. In terms of mecha battles, Ma Xiao and Masasi performed the best, mainly because Ma Xiao had years of training and battle experience. While Masasi, on the other hand, was very strong. However, now there was also another element thrown into the mix: Wang Zheng, who appeared out of the blue. Was it even possible to use a series of high level movements in a mecha battle?! "It is safer to choose Masasi!" "I support the decision to choose Masasi. Campbell will definitely crush Ma Xiao." "Why dont we give Wang Zheng a chance? Just a moment ago, he was able to turn the tide!" "Uh, having the ability to run fast doesnt mean he is able to fight well, so Masasi is still more reliable." The students were having discussions of their own. It was unknown when, but the stadium had started to fill up with people. In fact, the whole stadium was starting to get jam-packed. An unimaginable counter attack had yed out at thest moment, and Aress sessful advance into the final battle was unbelievable, so many students had made their way back hastily to watch the rest of the battle. Many of them had been ying CT. After suffering from such a shock, the battered students went on to CT to find meaning to their existence. Zhuo Mu also felt that this was not an easy decision to make. "Wang Zheng, do you have any battle experience?" "Nope, I only operated a mech once during my internship." In fact, during the OMG internship, he had merely walked a few steps. Masasi stood up abruptly. "Instructor, at thest moment, it was Wang Zheng who got us into the finals. Personally, I feel that he should be the one to finish thest battle." Masasi volunteering to step back helped to hasten the decision process. Wang Zheng himself felt nonchnt about the representation In fact, Zhuo Mu thought the same. Masasi was indeed very talented, but winning or losing had little impact on him. "It is decided. Wang Zheng shall be the one to represent Ares College. Wang Zheng, you have been given a chance to fight in thest battle, make good use of this opportunity. It doesnt matter if you win or lose, just fight for the sake of Ares." Zhuo Mu gave Wang Zheng a hard p on his shoulders to motivate him. Campbell was already ready. He hoped that his opponent was Wang Zheng. It was surprising to not reveal such a talented soldier until the very end. The crowd went crazy with cheers when Wang Zheng stood up from the yers seats. Although no one had high expectations, they cheered for him in encouragement. Failing was not as scary as being seen as a coward. The Zeus College students were feeling indignant. On the other hand, Fatty was still the attention of the crowd. Lear had calmed himself down and was looking forward to the battle. Wang Zheng entered the mechs cockpit. He touched the screen window lightly and the external view was clear and distinct. The innovative touch system allowed a human tomunicate with the mech to bring out its fullest potential. . Finally, he was going to battle. "Wang Zheng, do not be nervous. Although Campbells right hand skills are very impressive, you still have to be wary of his left hand. "He is left-handed and possesses immense power in his left hand." Although Zhuo Mu did not know if the information would be useful, he was still trying to fulfill the responsibility of being an instructor. Wang Zheng paid no attention to these things. The outside world had vanished. He was focused and only knew that at longst, he was able to pilot a mech in a live battle. Thepetition began with a resounding cheer. The moment the titanium knife was held up, the stadium was filled with tension and excitement. Humans are indeed strange lifeforms. The instinct to fight is deeply embedded in their gic makeup. The two mecha flew straight at each other. Bang.... A huge shockwave was created upon impact. Compared to CT, this was on a whole new level. During a CT fight, the body would not be able to feel the shockwave. However, the real-life collision caused the muscles to tighten, and the impact was felt throughout the human body. Campbell immediately noticed that the opponent was not ustomed to the pressure and that his control was very weak. The titanium knife dazzled under the sunlight as it lunged towards Wang Zheng. Campbell was known for being observant of the little details; he could immediately identify the opponents capabilities and react ordingly. This moment would allow him to show the world his potential and to pave a way for his future military prospects. Campbells WE mech jumped around the whole stadium. He had a thorough understanding of mecha fight. On the other hand, Wang Zheng only had the ability to pilot the mech but had not yet been defeated at this point. The whole stadium cheered continuously, while Aina sat quietly, supporting her chin with both hands while looking at Wang Zheng battle. She knew that Wang Zhengs performance in CT was extraordinary, but how would he fare in reality? Some people could be a God in a virtual world yet in reality were too afraid, unable to transfer their CT experiences to real life. Aina believed that Wang Zheng was not that sort of a person, as Wang Zheng had previously saved her life. Although he was in a disadvantageous situation, the Ares College students cheering never weakened. It was all the students could do to give him strength. Zhang Shan followed suit and waved his fists, forgetting about the previous setback. "Wang Zheng, take control of the engine, withstand his assault! Get through this round and he is useless!" Although Campbells attacks were ferocious, Wang Zhengs staggered defense was not too shabby either. Of course, Campbell chose to perform spectacrly instead of merely trying to win. Winning was not an issue for him. His priority now was to leave a chance for the higher-ups to study his abilitiesprehensively. Little did he know that Wang Zhengs muscles were slowly familiarizing with and adapting to the battle techniques he used. Bang... A titanium knife stab disrupted Campbells attention, then his WE mech staggered backwards and came to a halt With this, the whole stadium cheered even louder. Wang Zheng knew that it was time for a counter attack. Chapter 70: War Heroes Chapter 70: War Heroes Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Campbell was stunned by his opponents strength to withstand his mechs attack. Wang Zheng took the chance to rush forward while Campbell was still wondering what had happened. He immediately executed a jump sh! Bang.... When a mech leaps forward ferociously, its armor is ced under severe pressure. In CT, movements can be made easily, but in actual battle, it requires a tremendous amount of strength to do so. Simple movements are, therefore, the way to go, unless you are able to destroy the enemy in a single strike. Bang... Campbell had held the initiative for the whole fight, but thatst ferocious strike by Wang Zheng caused him to lose his momentum for the first time in thepetition. He immediately utilized a skillful kick to the side to restore his bnce. Both of the fighters kept attacking each other with no rest in between Bang.... Campbells mech swung to the left side as he was struck by Wang Zheng. Just as he was about to retaliate, an arcing light sliced towards him. Bang... They were exchanging blows with their titanium knives aggressively. Sparks were flying everywhere. After blocking a strong attack, Campbell realised that he could not afford to look down upon his opponent, Wang Zheng. But it was toote. A direct attack was about to hit him. Crack! Campbells WE mech took a direct hit and staggered backwards a few steps. Thest hit caused his mechs energy to decrease by one third. Considering how thest round of crazy attacks against Wang Zheng had only depleted Wang Zhengs mechs energy level by one fifth, he was clearly in a disadvantageous position. Wang Zheng did not follow up with an attack but instead stabilized his mech soilder and stood there quietly. Thest strike by Wang Zheng had demonstrated hisplete metamorphosis into a mech pilot. Perhaps not many of the people felt it, but to Wang Zheng, it was akin to the transformation of a butterfly from a caterpir. He could do it! He was strong and almighty! On the other hand, Campbell was feeling listless. Holding the titanium knife in his left hand, he was determined not to let it happen again. Campbells mechs shoulders drooped a little and he activated the engines again to signify the anger he held within him. The audience could feel their hearts clench as they could feel the anger Campbell possessed. Campbells mech approached Wang Zheng thunderously with a totally different state of mind. Campbell was being serious this time round. Campbells mech treaded forward strategically, consistently weaving in and out and making it difficult to determine his attack pattern. Bang.... His titanium knife swung towards Wang Zheng with tyrannical force. Three consecutive strikes were dished out. With just three strikes, he was ced in an advantageous position. However, the real battle was yet to begin. Campbell did not stop after three strikes. He continued attacking while holding his breath. This time, four streaks of light arced towards Wang Zheng. One sh... Two shes... Three shes... Four shes.... Campbell was unable to appease his own anger as he continued on with the attacks. This type of strategy would deplete an average soldiers stamina rapidly. But in Campbells case, he was able to do so because his opponents, more often than not, ran out of stamina before he did. His confidence came from his unrelenting amount of training every day, as well as his self-confidence! Bang bang bang... Another three shes were directed at Wang Zheng... Wang Zhengs mech was under a high amount of pressure and was about to crumble. Most importantly, although he was able to withstand the attacks, the mechs energy was depleted by half. Eighth sh! Bang.... Wang Zhengs mech soldier suffered a direct blow. Both Wang Zheng and Campbells mecha were left with less than 50 percent of their energy. It was a battle of attrition. Campbell did not seemed to be tired at all. He dished out another sh towards Wang Zheng in a straightforward manner. The closest target was the pilots seat. It could be extremely intimidating to witness the attack up front. This was Campbells signature Nine Lightning Strikes. It was unstoppable; no one could withstand it. However, Wang Zhengs mech responded quickly and managed to retreat safely. This defensive move required a high level of control by the mech pilot and an ability to work with inertia. But at this distance... Would he even be able to dodge? Direct attacks were the most efficient and effective but also the easiest to identify. The distance was perfect, and ording to the speed of the attack, this final sh was bound to miss. Was Campbells signature Nine Lightning Strikes unstoppable record about to be stopped? No one understood more than Campbell that Wang Zheng was about to dodge the attack at this distance. But he was Apollo military colleges representative, Campbell! Campbells mech palpitated and unimaginably advanced forward for a second round of attacks, breaking through his own physical limit! He had his target locked on, and he did not have to hide his attacks anymore Tenth sh! This was Campbell, an unrelenting champion who was always striving for self-improvement. The 10th sh dazzled the inspectors, as they originally wanted to see Campbells performance improving! This was exactly what they had wanted. A warrior that possessed immense talent and an unrelenting heart for self-improvement. Bang... The whole stadium was in shock. They were confused that Campbells inexplicable follow up sh did not strike the target. Wang Zhengs WE mechs right hand held onto Campbells mechs left wrist tightly. At this moment of desperation, how was he able to think of such a defensive tactic? Even if he could, was his body fast enough to respond? Zhang Shan was already drenched in sweat, and he was so nervous that he almost died when he saw Wang Zheng grapple with Campbell! Wang Zheng exerted the mechs full power and wrenched strongly. Campbell, who was already unable to control his mech, was pulled along by Wang Zhengs sheer force. Taking advantage of the force of momentum, Wang Zheng dodged sideways, and Campbells attack hit empty air. His mech had even lost its bnce! The two mech soldiers intertwined, and at this moment, Wang Zhengs backhand-gripped knife swung towards him! A silver arc sliced towards Campbell. Bang... The mechs armor activated emergency deceleration as the defensive shield copsed. Both mecha stopped simultaneously. Everyone held their breaths, trying to digest what had just happened. The hatch for the pilot cockpit opened abruptly and Campbell escaped before the mechs head detached from the its body. Sparks flew in all directions... The whole stadium was very quiet. The WE was a model developed specifically for practice. When the energy shield waspletely depleted, it would activate an emergency mechanism that deactivated both dueling mechs. Evidently, even the system did not expect Wang Zhengs final strike. During that final sh, Wang Zhengs backhanded attack was actually three shes executed at a high speed. Wang Zhengs unrelenting wrist and finger strength training had produced this minor technique. In this battle, it was truly a critical move. It was nearly impossible to estimate the amount of damage that it had caused. "Wang Zheng from Ares College has emerged as the victor!" When the judges announced the result, all of the students in the stadium jumped and cheered joyously. It was a ypletely going against normal expectations! Jamal stood up and approached Gu Te to congratte him. "Congrattions, perhaps Ares College has a chance to witness the rise of an extraordinary warrior." "Thank you." Gu Te finally came to his senses. Not even in his dreams would he had expected this spectacr result for todayspetition. "Old friend, you are being too petty. Not letting your best soldier fight till the final crucial moment, that isnt good." Adonisughed. "Haha, old friend, Lear will be the future genius. We look forward to the future battles between them!" Both of them knew that with Campbells graduationing up, the new generation belonged to Ares College and Zeus College. Adonis was feeling regretful. The stage was originally set up for Lear to perform, as no one was a match for him. But due to theck of opportunity and luck, Wang Zheng took the stage and became the main actor. However, this was good news to Lear. He was too powerful, so strong that he could not find an opponent of the same standard. This was an obstruction to allow him to meet stronger opponents and grow. There would be many future opportunities for the two to fight. Perhaps Wang Zheng could be the one to revive Ares College and bring it back to an era of glory. Wang Zheng had been praised and hailed by countless of people. Today, Wang Zheng was the hero of Ares College! He had made a name for the age-old college and infused new life into it. Amidst the crowd, Masasi faintly smiled at Lear as they exchanged nces with each other. It was a subtle agreement that something interesting was going to happen. Masasi hadpleted his mission. Lear was definitely almighty and had a perfect character. Never once was he angry at his teammates when they made mistakes. Moreover, another target had been found C Wang Zheng. They were the twin Gemini of Earth. It was created with reference to the sr system. However, who was the real king of the star? Masasi had only one king in his heart - Akerloose Victor! For many years, Ares College had never tasted victory, so there was a huge celebration, and it was livelier than any other celebration in years. Although Wang Zheng was the main actor, Ma Xiao, Masasi, Meng Tian, and Zhang Shan had yed important roles as well. This was a team effort. Without them, they could not have achieved todays result. After this battle, Meng Tian was acimed to be the goddess of war, a well-deserved title for a beauty. All Wang Zheng wanted was to spend the rest of the time alone with Aina, but it was impossible with his sudden achievements. Wang Zheng was the key person of the event. He was constantly praised and surrounded by people. Away from the crowd, Aina grinned, as she was happy for Wang Zheng. Moreover, she believed that Wang Zheng would be even better and finally realize his dreams. After all, it was inevitable that she would eventually leave his side. Every girl dreamed of being in a rtionship with someone she loved. Romance did not have to have an ending, and this was especially true for Ainas case. She mustered up her courage and confidently withheld her own emotions. From a young age she was taught to control her feelings. It was part of her upbringing as the next queen to put her nations interests first. On the battlefield, Wang Zheng was brave and invincible. Yet now, Wang Zheng was looking around helplessly for Aina. She knew that he was looking for her, but she wanted him to enjoy the taste of victory that he earned. Outside of the school, a seemingly normal, ck car appeared out of nowhere. "Your highness, are you nning to go back so early tonight?" Aina quietly nodded. Sometimes she imagined what it would feel like to be a normal person, doing the things that she liked, being her rebellious self, and enjoying life. Sadly, for a princess, self-indulgence was considered a luxury. "Astonished? Meng Tian and Wang Zheng are too fitting as a couple. They are simr to a prince and a princess in fairy tales!" An Mei said. It was wise of Principal Gu Te to organize a banquet. Although he was old, he was not old fashioned. Ares Colleges students needed a break to fully enjoy their victory. Yan Xiaosu curled his lips. In his mind, he was thinking "what a pity," as his boss was already in love with a real princess. "What kind of look was that? Aina may be pretty and has good qualities, but what use is it? Not that I am biased, but personally, I feel that she will not stay with Wang Zheng for long. Moreover, she is very mysterious. Speaking of which, where is she now?" Chapter 71: Tyrant’s Determination. Chapter 71: Tyrants Determination. Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas What Mei said was so right to the point that Xiaosu was left speechless. No one understood Wang Zheng better than Xiaosu. Wang Zheng had this stubborn character, and it was the same when it came to his passion for mecha, as well as his friendships. He was too happy and forgot about Ainas status. Was it still possible? There was still a chance. After all, he had read so many romantic fairytales since he was young. Yet somehow, Xiaosu felt that he was deceiving himself. "See, I knew it! As his brother, you should advise Wang Zheng. Both Meng Tian and Zisue from very good backgrounds. Even though I am not totally sure about Meng Tian, her household is not like yours or mine. Not to mention Zisu is OMGs little princess. At this age, Wang Zheng should do something to make his dreams a reality. Although he has now proven his capabilities, he is stillcking in standing..." What An Mei said was the truth. "Haha, An Mei, can we keep our innocent feelings?" "Childish!" An Mei rolled her eyes at Xiaosu. "Well, is the reason you like me because of the fact that I am ..." Tyrant Su looked hurt. An Mei red at Xiaosu. "So you think you are rich? Calling you a tycoon is apliment! Hmph!" Xiaosu broke intoughter. "I know my Meimei is the best. Dont worry, I will definitely be a true tycoon!" An Mei pointed a delicate finger onto Xiaosus forehead, "Have some ambition! I want to be a rich youngdy." "Alright, a tycoon it is," Xiaosu determinedly said. The dance followed after the banquet. The girls were already leaving the stadium to prepare themselves for thetter event, and the students from Zeus and Apollo College were going to arrive shortly after. As the host, as well as the overall champion, Ares College had to showcase its glory and hospitality. Everyone from Ares College was in high spirits and definitely more passionate than usual. It was rumored that someone had even spontaneously thanked Luo Fei, the fatty. This ending would not have been possible without him! Even though Lear was unable to take part in the final battle, everyone had witnessed his capabilities. He had not performed to his fullest potential, and luck was not on his side, but without doubt, his future opponent would inevitably be Wang Zheng. The Physics Department took center stage and was in the limelight, especially Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan. The two guys who were usually sidelined were suddenly the hottest topic. This was apanied by Professor Xiao Feis research results, which further propelled the department into the attention of the masses. It was very likely that the alliance would be pumping more funds into the Physics Department. Ares College would not only enjoy greater research materials but resources as well, further strengthening the colleges reputation andpetency. This was truly a call for celebration for Ares College. Gu Tes social standing and reputation were reinforced. With these two extraordinary results, the media was bound to be full ofpliments and praises. There was a clear 180 degree shift from the previous opinions propagated by the media. What would appear on the headlines? Would it only be talk about perseverance and battle tactics? It was bound to be one of those familiar, over-used terminologies. Gu Te was not a man easily moved by praise; it was change that made him happy. Ares College was a nest, and it was his goal to attract a golden phoenix. A persons strength was limited, but one was capable of change. For a student who had entered Ares college, his talent and standards were definitely unquestionable. Zhuo Mu retained his job after Wang Zhengs sudden breakthrough saved the battle. Although Zhuo Mus teaching style was notcking, what he needed was an elite student. Zhuo Mu felt guilty, as he did not contribute much to the achievements of the night. However, what Gu Te said remained etched on his mind. If he had not let Wang Zheng represent the school, Ares College would not have won. This required the impable judgment of a capable instructor, and at times, this ability was of paramount importance. Sounds of awe resonated around the banquet hall. The beautifuldies had finally made their grand appearance. At the same time, the students of Zeus College and Apollo College entered the hall. It was clear that the ck suit would forever be a ssic. Despite not winning, Campbell looked regretful rather than disappointed. It was part of a warriors duty to withstand failure. Lears entrance enchanted everyone. His sharply tailored suit brought out his handsome features and lean body. An elegant aura surrounded him, making him stand out from the crowd. Every small action reflectedposure and graciousness. He had even caught the attention of numerous female students of Ares College. "Ive got to say, that guy is really handsome despite his coldness." "Thats what makes him cool!" Quite a fewdies were already lining up for a chance to dance with him Yue Jing appeared in a white gown. Exquisite diamond earrings hung from her earlobes, and a pink diamond globe hung on her chest. Much attention and time was also paid to her hair. She must have prepared for this moment for a long time. Ares College was her territory, and it was now her time to shine. Yue Jing lightly linked arms with Lear and leaned her mouth towards his ear. Lear frowned. "To deal with girls is to make her jealous. Only by doing that will she see your charm." Lear turned around and headed for another direction. It seemed like Meng Tian was still not there. Their families were well connected with each other, and they were arranged to be wed in the future. Although Lear felt that such a fact was normal, Meng Tian clearly felt the opposite way. She had her own dreams and life ns. Lear and Yue Jing were, without a doubt, the trophy couple, and they had all the attention. Yue Jing looked as proud as a white swan as he swirled around the crowd. Meng Tian must have had been blind to reject such a fine young man. It was an opportunity that she would not miss. To conquer a man was to ignite his desire for her. Campbell had a crowd of fans surrounding him. Although he was defeated, he was still a very honorable soldier who was held in high regards. His realm of experience had not vanished into thin air. Masasi and gang were then weed with apuse in celebration of their victory. Wang Zheng finally found Ainas silhouette amidst the crowd. He suddenly thought of her identity, and for her sake, in a public event, he had to maintain a low profile. Meng Tian and Zisu appeared together. The two beauties immediately attracted the attention of countless admirers. Meng Tian was cold and prideful like a snow lotus. Zisu, on the other hand, was likened to a gentle, slim and elegant water fairy. They both possessed two clearly contrasting styles, their beauty mesmerizing scores of admirers. Wang Zheng possessed a variety of skills and was diligent. Unfortunately, dancing was just not his forte. Everyone else appeared to befortable with social events, even Zhang Shan, who was usually as rough as a bull. Xiaosu and An Mei were present too. An Mei looked around. "How is our hero without a dance partner? Where is Shishi?" Wang Zhengughed. "She does not like events like this." "Oh, right. Nheless, our hero should not be left out. Sorry, I am already with Tyrant Su, so youve got to take care of yourself." An Mei blinked her eyes innocently. Xiaosu immediately pointed at the two stars who had walked in previously. "Boss, Meimei is mine. We might be best buddies, but I cant lend you my partner. Choose one of the twodies over there!" Wang Zhengughed bitterly. "You are really asking for it. Im not really interested; you guys can go ahead and enjoy yourselves." He headed towards the balcony alone. Many of his peers were already in romantic rtionships, yet Wang Zheng preferred his freedom. The college seemed very vibrant with these random social events. Wang Zheng only wanted to gather his brothers for a drink and to count the stars in the night sky. "This Wang Zheng is really stubborn. Theres nothing more you can ask of Shishi. She might be beautiful on the outside, but she is way too introverted. How can she not apany her boyfriend? Wang Zheng should just break up with her..." An Mei felt infuriated. They had Wang Zheng to thank for the celebration, as he was the one who turned the tide and led them to a miraculous victory. As his girlfriend, how could she ditch him at such an important event? She seemed more like a vige girl than someone from An. "Meimei, dont spout nonsense. Everyone has different preferences.. I myself am not a fan of social events either." An Mei red at Xiaosu. "Liar! You spent the entire afternoon preparing for this. You even prepared a new suit especially for this, even that Milky Way pin.... You didnt even think of getting one for Wang Zheng.." Xiaosu cried out innocently, "What? Like I said, you dont understand Wang Zheng.... He does not care about frivolous things like that... he might even beat me if I interfere too much." As the hero of the night, Wang Zheng should indeed have dressed up better for the asion. How could he not cherish this moment? As roommates, Chen Xiu and Ailun were already fishing for targets around the main hall. These four geniuses were truly from a legendary dormitory. Two of them had already created legends for themselves. Everyone was in a great mood and were in their best form. The soft light apanied by the borate decorations and celebratory atmosphere made it a night to remember for the youths. Upon Meng Tians appearance, Lear immediately ditched Yue Jing. Yue Jing stood awkwardly at her position. Zisu came to her rescue for the sake of their long friendship. Yue Jing, however, walked past Zisu andpletely disregarded her presence. She hated Wang Zheng and everyone around him, even if it was her old friend. "Lear, whats going on between us is only because of our families well wishes. I believe you are not one to pay attention to tradition," Meng Tian said bluntly. Lear broke into a faint smile. "Not that I mind, but you are one of the most genuine girls I know. Why do you not consider me as a partner? Are there any parts of me that you particrly dislike?" Meng Tian was stunned by Lears response. Frankly speaking, Lear was wless. Without doubt, he was an ambitious and far-sighted young man, and he was a gentleman. He was clear about his future prospects with all his life nsid out. He definitely had a bright future in front of him. He was bound to be a sessful man. Chapter 72: Slowly Chapter 72: Slowly Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Meng Tian had never really thought about this issue. After giving it a second thought, she was still unable to determine what was so irritating about him. When Lear saw Meng Tians hesitation, hisughter became brighter. Theughter originated from his honesty and confidence. Although Yue Jing was very pretty, her beauty did not pique Lears love interest at all. Not only was Meng Tian pretty, she had an aura that attracted him spiritually. It was the kind of aura that could only be emitted by innocent and earnest people. "We are of simr status, so why dont we try dating instead of wasting the prime time of our lives?" It was obviously a serious idea, but Lear spoke in a calm tone. Even if it was a casual date, he was very serious and careful about choosing his partner. He would rather be single than to date someone he did not like. He was being a perfectionist about it. Meng Tian shook her head. "You are looking for a perfect robot. Perhaps that exins why I dislike you. We are imperfect as human beings. Moreover, I already have a target." Lear was in shock. "Youre kidding me, right? That is not the Meng Tian I know. I think you can see the situation quite clearly. You dont have to resort to this to distance ourselves from each other. This is not in your character!" "If you really understand me, then you should know that I am not lying and that I disdain liars." "This is impossible... in such a ce, no one deserves to be with you. Not even Masasi; he is Victors subordinate." Lear was in disbelief. "It doesnt matter who it is. Most importantly, that person is not you. Have fun in Beijing, my friend." Meng Tian smiled. She, like Lear, rarely smiled, so it was especially enchanting when either of them smiled. At this point, he believed that Meng Tian was not lying. Clearly Meng Tian fancied someone who was stronger than she was. But in this barrennd, was it even possible to find someone stronger than her? Definitely no one! Lear believed that Meng Tian would like a person who excelled in all aspects, be it appearance, emotions, or skills. But the Asia Region was one of the weaker regions and hence no one in Asia could match Meng Tian. Ye Zisu pardoned herself from numerous acquaintances and finally found Wang Zheng. "What is our hero doing alone here?" Ye Zisu took two champagne bottles from a waiters hand. Wang Zheng stopped daydreaming andughed. "Im not really used to this kind of situation." He took the champagne and took a sip. "Thank you, but I still prefer beer to this." If it were anybody else, there would have been a hugemotion about it. How could anyone treat a beautifuldy with such disrespect and uncouthness? Ye Zisu, on the other hand, appreciated his straightforwardness and upfront nature. "Actually I dont really fancy champagne either ... I am just pretending to be sophisticated. She could not be here?" Ye Zisu was very clear that Aina had to maintain a low profile to lower the risk of exposing her identity and jeopardising her quiet life. Such was life. In many situations one had to make tough decisions. Comparing Ye Zisus situation to Ainas, one had to live in a world where she had to live under a secondary identity. She did not belong in Wang Zhengs world; what could possibly be of them? "Todays moon is beautiful. As a friend and an old acquaintance, I cannot leave you here alone. Let friendship be your partner tonight." Ye Zisu raised Wang Zhengs arm lightly. Wang Zhengughed. "I dont really know how to dance. Let the others have the dance floor." "That is not possible. The party willmence only after the main lead paves the way," Ye Zisu said. "Zisu, I should be more suitable to be his dance partner than yours, right?" Meng Tian appeared on the neglected balcony, and under the moonlight, she looked especially elegant. With her tall, slender figure coupled with a white dress, she could easily put any other girl to shame. After all, this banquet was a ce to showcase her beauty . However, Ye Zisu was not showing any weakness. "You should take care of your friend from far away." "Lear is a thing of the past. Wang Zheng, do you still remember thest time you promised to help? Now is the time to fulfill that promise," Meng Tian said. Wang Zheng was at a loss. He could not remember what the promise was. All of a sudden, he finally remembered. It was during a training session at the MMA club that he promised Meng Tian this favour. "Yes, I remember. So, what now?" "Since your girlfriend is not here, I need your help to block someone." Meng Tian nced at the hall. Wang Zheng grazed his nose. He was to be a shield? "Are you afraid?" Meng Tian asked. "Rx, I will exin the situation to your girlfriend." Wang Zheng shook his head and smiled. "There is no need to exin. What I promised, I will definitely fulfill. She will understand." Meng Tian was clueless, but Ye Zisu was very clear about it. Ye Zisu did not understand how Wang Zheng was so bold and confident to not offend the little princess. There were five people acting sneakily at the corner of the balcony. "F*ck, Wang Zheng is my idol!" Chen Xiu was too envious to say anything else. "Tch, why is Zisu and Meng Tian so obsessed with Wang Zheng? Other than fighting, what else is he good at? Is he really so charming!?" An Mei was disgusted. "Keke, Meimei, please avoid big boss at all costs. That guy is extremely scary; he conquers both males and females alike. Even I was once deceived by him." The audience looked in disgust as An Mei knocked Yan Xiaosus head. "Dont be annoying. That guy isnt Meng Tians ideal kind of guy. Why is he acting all profound at this young age as though he has a history?" "Its nothing. Wang Zheng seems to be more lively nowadays," Chen Xiu said nkly. "Xiao Xiu, sometimes it is better to keep quiet than to say the wrong thing. Qing Qing, am I fortunate enough to dance with you?"! Student Ailun spoke elegantly. This fellow had definitely dressed up for the asion. It was a huge differencepared to his usual self of wearing long, baggy pants while shouting at theputer screen. Du Qingqing smiled. "Of course, and I thought I was going to be lonely tonight." Chen Xiu was petrified. He was the only one left without a partner. He should have voiced it out earlier. GOD! "So this is where our hero hid, enjoying the women by himself." Campbell smiled as he approached them with a winess with a nonchnt demeanor. "Congrattions, Wang Zheng." "Thank you for your guidance, senior." Wang Zhengughed and raised his winess and gave him a toast. "Never did I expect to meet two skillful soldiers right before my graduation. You guys are the future of the Earth Federation!" Campbell said. The other skillful soldier ought to be Lear. "Senior, are you going to join the Sr System Federal Army?" Campbell smiled and nodded. "Originally, I nned to end thepetition with a victory, but I ended up losing to you. However, it was not so bad, as the defeat gave me a wake-up call." It has to be said that is was pretty admirable for the three to stay so humble about their achievements and yet so epting of their failures. "I was just lucky to have won thepetition. Senior Campbell, do you have any suggestions for improvement?" Wang Zheng asked. Although Wang Zheng won thepetition, it did not mean that he was strong. Wang Zheng knew that Campbell was not any weaker than him in terms of any of the other aspects. "Based on Lears and your performance, both of you should be able to enter the Sr Systems "A"petition. There is hope for the Earth Federation to win thepetition, as both of you are stronger than me." A? Wang Zheng was bewildered. Campbell didnt exin. "There is always someone stronger than you out there in the world. Masasi, who was a subordinate to Victor, used less than 50% of his strength in thispetition. Sooner orter, you will run into him." "Victor....Do you mean...?" Meng Tian was stunned for a moment. "Haha, you are right. He is the Holy Knight Victor. He is a perfect soldier, and he is currently in his 2nd year. He is the most fearsome soldier I have ever met." Wang Zheng smiled. "Senior, life is more interesting when there are challenges." For a moment, Campbell was stunned, but he forced a smile. He used to be like that, one who liked challenges. It was ordinary for people to seek challenges, hence there was no need to dwell on this issue. The fastest route to maturity was to constantly challenge oneself. But Campbell was surprised that the confident man standing in front of him had managed to reach such a height. In the near future, Lieutenant General Campbell wrote about how he remembered the first time he had met Wang Zheng. He thought that what he saw in his eyes was the shadow of a confident, frivolous youth. But over the years, time told him otherwise.... "Lets wee our hero from the Physics Department, Student Wang Zheng!" As the emcee, Zhang Shan shouted at the top of his voice in the hall while waving his arms excitedly, passionately inviting him onto the stage. Wang Zhengs performance managed to salvage even his mistakes. Even till now, he could not believe that they had won! Yet the truth was that they did it! Meng Tian and Ye Zisu smiled and exchanged nces, neither making any concession to one another as they walked in. Wang Zheng had a choice to select who he wanted to be with, and neither of them wanted to retreat. "Tyrant Su, why are you fidgeting!?" An Mei frowned. "F*ck, I am worried about Boss, as its his first time in this situation. Is he nervous? Most importantly, he doesnt even know how to dance!" Irritated, Yan Xiaosu replied. Wang Zheng had to be the one tomence the dance. Any other excuses would be deemed as cowardly. The two of them were nobodies in middle school, but when they reached college, Wang Zheng improved so quickly that Tyrant Su did not have a chance to adapt to the situation and make use of the opportunities. "Our hero, please say a few words." Zhang Shan handed the mic over to Wang Zheng. The ballroom quietened down as everyone gazed upon Wang Zheng. It was apletely different pressure that he had to face. Some people enjoyed fighting, while others enjoyed being the center of attention. Yet not many people enjoyed both, especially in the beginning. Wang Zheng did not seem to be nervous, but Yan Xiaosu was extremely nervous. He was extraordinarily mute in a situation where he would normally be spouting rubbish. Speaking of which, thest time Yan Xiaosu was this nervous was when they had a ss meeting to talk about their dreams and he was on the verge of stammering. On the other hand, Wang Zheng was not nervous but seemingly had nothing much to say. He was prepared to speak a few sentences before giving way to the next speaker, but at the corner of the ballroom, he suddenly noticed a familiar figure. Although she was very far away, her appearance lit up Wang Zhengs life. To Wang Zhengs surprise, she came. They gazed at each other across the ballroom. Although it was a rare urrence for them to meet, meeting again felt like a dream. "I dont know what the future entails. I even believe that I might be dreaming right now. However, at this moment I want to thank you for brightening up my world, and I will always remember you, my princess." Wang Zhengs voice was maic as he spoke. To him, this was the first time in his life that he had spoken his heartfelt words. After escaping the cube, Wang Zheng had always felt that he did not know the danger and mysteries of life. He wasnt as strong as he appeared to be, and perhaps he was still lost between reality and his dreams. Yet Aina appeared and saved him. The audience was dumbfounded. They thought that Wang Zheng was about to give his victory speech or to praise other things. No one would have thought it would be a confession. No one would have guessed that Wang Zheng was such a romantic person! Everyone turned their heads following Wang Zhengs gaze..... Chapter 73: A Dormitory Love Affair Chapter 73: A Dormitory Love Affair Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Everyone was blown away by the girl they saw standing by the door. How could there be such a beautiful and elegant girl in this world? Although one could see the moon from the door, the moon was exceptionally round today, and the stars were sparkling. However, these were nothing inparison to the beauty of thedy. Aina smiled as they approached each other. "Haha, let us wee the prince and the princess of tonights party to lead us for the first dance. Music please!" "Damn, this boy may look nerdy, but he really has his ways to get into a girls pants!" Zhang Shan roared. Wang Zheng did not know how to dance. However, Aina was a professional, and all Wang Zheng needed to do was to follow her feets movements. Wang Zheng could do this easily, and they followed the rhythm as they danced along. Pong! Yue Jings cup fell off the table. "This... this cannot be possible. Definitely not.." Although she did not recognise her from the start, under this kind of scenario and situation, especially that line when the word princess was mentioned, Yue Jing suddenly remembered everything. But how could it possibly be her? They belonged to different worlds. Their fates should have run parallel to each other they should have never met again. Was this a coincidence? Or an ident? Was this the work of God? Yue Jing stumbled and fell backwards onto her chair. Wasnt that the guy who was isted in school? She remembered the time where she clearly said that typical guys like him could be found anywhere and there was absolutely nothing special about him. "Damn, I thought you said Wang Zheng didnt know how to dance." Yao Ailun smirked. "He is a professional!" "Tyrant Su, this kid is clearly talented. Did you guys just scheme to trick me or something?" An Mei gave Yan Xiaosu a stern stare. Yan raised his hands in a hurry, "Oh no, my dear, I definitely dont know him. We are just acquaintances! I am not very familiar with him!" Tyrant Su instantly tried to draw clear lines between Wang Zheng and himself. Everyone slowly made their entrance onto the dance floor. The couple was still in the middle of the dance floor, oblivious to anyone around them. Meng Tian took a nce at Ye Zisu. As a matter of fact, both she and Lear had strong personalities, and they did not give up easily. However, Meng Tian knew that Ye Zisu did not have this kind of personality. Compared to someone who grew up in a military family, Ye Zisu did not seem to be able to handle such a tragedy. However, Ye Zisu seemed as calm as water. Although she seemed a little sad, it wasnt due to the Wang Zheng dancing with Aina. "Do you know something?" Meng Tian asked. Ye Zisu felt briefly stunned for a moment before she realised that Meng Tian possessed an analytical stare. She smiled and replied, "Dont you think this scene is very beautiful?" Meng Tian nodded. "Ye Zisu, exactly. Thats why I feel that this is a bit unrealistic." Meng Tian had always been confident. No matter who she faced, she had the advantage over them. Although Ye Zisu was an outstanding girl, Meng Tian was still better in several other aspects. However, it was different for the girl in the middle of the dance floor. She seemed to be able to attract everyones attention naturally. This was her innate talent. Meng Tian hade across a lot of people that were full of poise and standing, but none of them could have matched this girl. At that tender age of hers, it was unbelievable. This was something that she genuinely possessed. Meng Tian would definitely not give way were it any other person. She was not this sort of person. However, for this girl right in front of her, it seemed to bemitting a crime to spoil such a pleasant atmosphere. "We live to enjoy ourselves! Meimei, lets go up and dance!" Yan Xiaosu suddenly realised that he was thinking too much. So long as Wang Zheng was happy, why not leave him be? He was an abnormal person, and this was an abnormal event, but everything worked out! As the crowd partied on, Wang Zheng held Ainas hands as they ran out of the lobby. After escaping the chaotic dance floor, they finally had the world to themselves. Wang Zheng had fallen head over heels for Aina. Ainas heart palpitated as a faint, red mark slowly appeared on her smooth, white neck. "So, will the prince kiss the princess at this moment?" Aina seemed to be extraordinarily beautiful and extraordinarily gant tonight! Yue Jing had been searching for opportunities to talk to Wang Zheng. Finally, an opportunity arose when Aina left for a brief moment. She immediately struck up a conversation with him. "Hey, I didnt expect you change so much after starting college! You truly are a handsome fellow. Congrattions!" Yue Jing put on her most attractive smile. She knew that guys were greedy creatures. Prior to her arrival, she had chosen a low cut dress to disy her assets. This was not something that any boy could handle. Under the streetlight, her breasts were at the rim of escaping from her dress. She was definitely experienced in what she was doing. "Thank you." Wang Zheng replied politely and calmly. He had nomon ground with Yue Jing, and she was the type he would rather stay away from, so he kept things short. "Ares College has deteriorated, as you know. You should consider joining Zeus College instead. You will be able to get the best incentives and benefits there. Moreover, I could have a buddy to spend time with. Never did I expect you to be so outstanding!" Yue Jings demeanour and outfit truly brought out the feminine side of her. She looked irresistible and charming. Wang Zheng smiled. "I think Ares College suits me the most. My partner is here as well. I beg your pardon." As Yue Jing saw Aina approaching, she suddenly tilted her body and pretended to lean forward towards Wang Zheng. There were many ways to deal with girls! She was trying to create mimunication between the couple. Wang Zheng reacted quickly and turned his body. As a result, Yue Jing missed her shot and leaned into empty air. As a result, she fell into the celebratory cake. With an embarrassed look on her face, she picked herself up. Her entire body was stained with cake from head to toe. Who said that people would save pretty girls? Wang Zheng and Aina giggled and left. Wang Zheng was extremely aware of Yue Jing from the beginning. She was never up to something good. Under the moonlight, a pair of shadowy figures snuck into the boys dormitory. Everyone was out partying at this time, so there was no one around, not even the management officials. This was a first for Aina. Ever since she came to Earth, she did things that she could never have imagined before. And now she was in the male dormitory in the middle of the night! Wang Zheng mmed the door behind him as he caressed Ainas face. They were so close together that they could feel each others breathing. Ainas lips opened slowly. What else could be more tempting than this? It was said that the moonlight was able to stimte ones hormones. Both of them were in love, and neither could restrain themselves. Wang Zheng took another step forward and as he caressed Ainas skin. This feeling was like the world to him. Her dress was finally unbuttoned. Wang Zheng was amazed by everything that was in front of him. He knew that beauty existed on this, yet her beauty was just otherworldly. It was so perfect that he was out of breath. Aina closed her eyes and bit her lips. She was ready for everything that was about toe. Wang Zheng slowly hugged Aina tightly. Suddenly, an electric wave shocked Wang Zheng and he fell off. Ainas wristband had sent out a strong electric current. Despite Wang Zheng being physically strong, he was still caught off guard. Aina hurried over and helped Wang Zheng to stand up. "Are you alright?" she asked cheekily. "I forgot about it, sorry." The defence system was very well built; the current was enough to shock one person unconscious. Fortunately, Wang Zheng was physically strong, so it was just a mild shock for him. "I think God was jealous, and that was his punishment." Wang Zhengughed. Seeing that Wang Zheng was able to crack jokes, his condition was alright. Aina continued, "So, shall we continue?" Wang Zheng was rmed by the response, but he quickly agreed to it. He hugged and carried Aina onto the bed. Gradually, even the brave Aina was slowly subdued by him. "Give me an unforgettable night." Aina closed her eyes slowly. Wang Zheng slowly kissed her eyebrows. He was alert after the electrocution just now. He was clear about what all this meant to Aina and the burdens she had to carry. Perhaps this was something that even she could not imagine. As Wang Zheng slowly and gently caressed her beautiful skin, he made up his mind to leave a love bite on her. Every so often, from between Ainas lips, a moan would leak out as her body trembled slightly. It was both a pleasurable and nervous experience. As Wang Zheng was in the process ofpleting this monumental project, his passion gradually subsided. It must have been that damned Bonehead. The training was too thoroughly ingrained into him. Wang Zheng continued hugging Aina. Aina slowly opened her eyes. "What happened?" "Silly girl," Wang Zheng caressed her face as he said, "You should be a little more selfish." "What about you?" Aina asked. She believed that Wang Zheng was the only person in the world who could possibly reject her. "I have already left my mark on you. You will always be mine!" Wang Zheng spoke softly. Wang Zheng felt like he was on cloud nine on this warm night. He felt as though he was ascending through the clouds in joy. Aina then fell asleep. Her posture was still elegant even then. Wang Zheng couldnt fall asleep. He couldnt stop thinking about the possibilities. With his abilities, it was still possible to be a prince. He should give Aina a good future and not let her handle any stress and pressure. Wang Zheng slowly fell asleep. There were no dreams; even the evil Bonehead did not bring him any nightmares. Pong! "I cant open the door. Xiao Xiu, did you get the wrong key?" " That cant be right! We are at 007. Are you drunk?" Chen Xiu swiped the card again. The both of them had drank so much that they couldnt stand straight. Wang Zheng opened his eyes. He felt that his arm was sore. Aina was awake too. They looked at each other and suddenly, they were shocked awake. This was not good! This time, they would definitely get a heavy punishment. "Brother Shan, d that you came. The door is broken and we cant open it no matter how many times we try!" "Is it locked from the inside?" Zhang Shan was sober. "I dont think so, there isnt anyone inside." "Stay clear, let me kick it open," Zhang said as he rolled up his sleeves. Yao Ailun shook his head as he replied, "Now I seriously doubt that you are a Physics Major. We can go and find the management and this will all be resolved." Chapter 74: I Am Skeleton Chapter 74: I Am Skeleton Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Where can I find a toilet at this hour? I need to go to the washroom fast, its urgent!" Zhang Shan gave Ailun a stern look. The dormitory suddenly became chaotic. The dress from yesterday was definitely not in a wearable condition. Wang Zheng rummaged through his own set of sportswear to pick one for Aina. "Oh, shut up! How long has it been since I fell asleep?" Wang Zheng yelled at the top of his voice. "Faster! I cant hold it in any longer!" "Coming! Stop shouting, let me put some clothes on properly." Wang Zheng opened the door. Zhang Shan rushed into the washroom. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun helped each other as they fell onto their bed. "Im never gonna drink so much again. The world is spinning." Chen Xiu shook his head. "Ailun, could you shift there a little, youre sitting on me." Wang Zheng blocked the twos sight and Aina snuck out of the dormitory. After which they gave each other a V hand sign. After closing the door, Wang Zheng walked Aina out. As they left the male dormitory, Ainas face was blushing. It was definitely because of the alcohol. She would not be so daring otherwise. Although nothing happened between the two of them, their feelings for each other had developed further. What was more important was that Aina was confident that Wang Zheng was the man she was waiting for. They didnt say anything to each other. Aina then gave Wang Zheng a morning kiss. As Aina left, Wang Zheng smiled to himself. Now he wouldnt be able to fall asleep anymore. "Time for some exercise," he thought to himself. "I cant live my life sluggishly anymore." It was 6am when Wang Zheng finished his run. He could continue with his morning training after taking a bath. As he opened the dormitory door, Wang Zheng got a shock. There were three men standing behind the door waiting for him. Zhang Shan got hold of him first and ordered him to sit down. In the middle of the room was a small stool. Yao Ailun was clearly sober now. He pushed his spectacles upwards as he spoke. "We are all individuals who believe in democracy. If you are honest with us, we will let you off. If you decide not to, we will go the hard way. Do you understand?" "Are you guys drunk? Say what youve got to say, I need to go for my morning exercise." Wang Zheng took a nce at Ainas dress in the cupboard hoping that no one had seen it. "Brother Zheng, on the contrary, we are very sober," Chen Xiu said. "Xiao Xiu, cut the crap. Let us do our job," Zhang Shan said. "Wang Zheng, asrades in the same situation, you ought to share any new developments you have had with the girl. So tell us, what did you do yesterday night?" Wang Zheng was caught off guard. "I slept?" In this era, you had to know how to act ignorant. If you didnt, then you truly were ignorant. "Hah! You still want to lie to us? There is the smell of perfume in the room. Dont tell me its yours?" "It could have been during the dance that some perfumed scent got onto me." Wang Zheng coughed. "So how long do you think this scent willst? And how do you exin this. This pair of delicate earrings? Who do they belong to?" Yao Ailun showed him some earrings in the form of a water droplets. Damn, Aina must have carelessly dropped this here. Wang Zheng went for a closer look. "Oh, maybe this was identally hooked onto my clothes or something..." "Damn you, its so hard to get you to answer. You wont justfort the rest of us with the truth? Was it Wang Shishi?" "I dont understand how such a beautiful girl could fall for you!" Zhang Shan hugged Wang Zheng as he spoke in excitement. "Yeah, this Ms. Shishi is so mysterious. She doesnt stay on campus, and we dont see her often too." Chen Xiu said. "And this is not all! You know that earring over there? I just went to check its value. It is a Chanel Milky Way Gxy limited edition piece. Theres are only three pieces, all made of Pegasus Hall icy crystals, each selling at 13 million dors!" Yao Ailun was a mini encyclopedia. Indeed he was truly the all-knowing godly Ailun! Zhang Shan and Chen Xiu were rmed. "This small trinket is so valuable?" "Nothing you guys would know about! Even if you had the money, you couldnt buy this!" Yao Ailun rolled his eyes at them. Wang Zheng fumbled with the earring in his hands. "How could this small trinket be worth so much? Maybe it could just be a replica. You guys are just making a mountain out of a molehill." "Wang Zheng, please blow into this pair of earrings," Yao Ailun said. "Give it a strong blow." Wang Zheng was curious too. He blew gently into the earrings, and to his surprise, a rainbow formed around them. "F**k, man, this is the real deal! There were rumors saying that when the earrings get in contact with water vapor, a rainbow will form. This is real icy crystal diamond!" Even Yao Ailun was in shock. "Brother, you are my idol. Did you guys ..." The three of them looked at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng felt that if he stayed, he would be interrogated forever. He grabbed his bag and said, "Im leaving first; you guys can continue. Dont think too much, and nothing happened!" "Hey! This isnt right!" "This is not scientific!" "Why havent I turned 18?!" A weird groaning sound could be heard from Dormitory 007. It was like a wolf which had yet to fulfil its desires. Wang Zheng got to the gym of the MMA club only to realise that someone was one step ahead of him. Meng Tian was already training, executing continuous kicks against a block. She stopped and wiped her sweat off as she saw Wang Zheng walking in. "Dont tell me you stayed up all night," Wang Zheng asked. Meng Tian nced at Wang Zheng. "I always sleep and wake up at a fixed hour. I think it was you who didnt sleep the whole night, right? Someone was on a date with no time to care about the rest." "Im sorry. I didnt manage to help out with your problem yesterday..." coughed Wang Zheng. "Its alright. You actually helped out. I told Lear that I like you, so that means he wont bother me anymore. Your days will be tougher from now on, I guess." Meng Tian blinked sheepishly. Wang Zheng could feel himself drenched in cold sweat. "You must be careful. Lear is a very powerful opponent. Until now there has yet to be anyone he cant defeat." Wang Zheng smiled. "I like to challenge strong opponents. But if he cant win consistently, then isnt it a waste of time for you?" Meng Tian was rmed by what Wang Zheng said. "How could he...?" "I will be awaiting your triumph. Come, lets train for a while more." "Sure!" Wang Zheng equipped his armguards. Bonehead always said that professionals were the ones who could withstand beatings! There was something waiting for Aina when she returned to the Shangri. It was heavily guarded. The Prime Minister of An, Kashawan, appeared on the screen. "Aina, you disobeyed the rules of the outing. Your holiday is over." The surrounding guards lowered their heads. They didnt have a choice either. They needed to report what the princess did truthfully. The facts that she didnt return the previous night and had even removed the antenna were considered to be serious matters. Aina was Ans top symbol of royalty. She was perfect and pure, with not a single defect. "Aunt, Huiyin is arriving soon. Cant I go back together with her?" Aina said coquettishly. She had expected this toe but not so soon. Kashawan sighed. "Aina, we are at a very special point in the time of our dynasty. You possess immense responsibility. This is a decision by the royal council. I have helped you cover up a lot of things. You do know that if this information spreads out, things will get messy, right? I cant cover that up too." Aina was stunned. She nodded in silence. "Kashawan, yes, I know now." "Princess, your Highness, you uphold the pride and honour of An!" Kashawan, although known as the Iron Lady, was still ady as well. She understood Ainas situation and was crystal clear about it. A simr event had happened to her as well. Time would eventually heal all wounds, this was the truth. "I really wish that I was just born an ordinary person!" "Aina, being oblivious and giving in are both inappropriate ways to deal with this issue. If you want to decide you own fate, you have to be stronger. Go and rule the empire!" Kashawan did not know how well Aina could perform. She would rather point out a clear direction for Aina to pursue instead of allowing Aina to continue being rebellious. However, the truth was that no one had ever done it before. Wang Zheng sat quietly in the ssroom. Aina did note today. Aina had once said that when she leaves, she would leave quietly. As he looked out of the windows, everything seemed so bright. Was it truly time to give up? There was no such phrase in Wang Zhengs dictionary. Was his only purpose to be a super soldier? Wang Zheng used to train to be a super soldier just for the sake of being one, but now he had a new goal in mind! The first few days when Aina wasnt around, all Wang Zheng did was attend lessons and training. He needed some time to adapt and think. Yan Xiaosu seemed to have discovered something. Some things were bound to happen. As a brother, he thought it would be best to let Wang Zheng understand the reality of the situation. Things would only get more hurtful as time passed. Yan Xiaosu apanied Wang Zheng every day. He even attended the physics lecture which Wang Zheng was in, although he couldnt understand anything. During Wang Zhengs training sessions, he would squat at the side with a towel and water all ready. There were no redundant lines between them. Yan Xiaosu understood Wang Zheng. There wasnt a need to say anything else. "Yan Xiaosu, what have you been doing these few days? Come here, now!" An Mei was angry. Him having disappeared for three days was something she could not ept. "Meimei, I have something going on. Please give me some time," Yan Xiaosu said. The issue about Wang Zheng was not to be spread around. He loved to hear rumors, but this was one thing he did not spread. "Tyrant Su, how daring of you! It is either you roll over now and give me a proper exnation, or I will break up with you!" shouted An Mei. This guy used to be timid. Now he had even dared to challenge her authority. The nerve of him! "Stop nagging. Go walk it off! Do whatever you want," Xiaosu snapped. He turned off his Skylink as Wang Zhengpleted his training. Wang Zheng smiled. "I am just trying to get over this situation. Why are you quarrelling with Meimei? You should go and exin the situation to her properly." "Damn, women are like clothes, but bros are for life!" Yan Xiaosu mmed his chest. Tyrant Su had always been easy-going, but when things crossed his bottom-line, he would be firmer than anyone else. Back in the dorm, An Mei was bbergasted. She couldnt believe Yan Xiaosu would actually hang up on her. Only Ye Zisu sensed that something was amiss. "Meimei, you must have wrongly used Yan Xiaosu. He is definitely together with Wang Zheng." "So what? Why doesnt he tell me anything then!?" "Sometimes as a girl, you cannot be overly attached. Men have their dignity and bottom-line too. Yan Xiaosus personality is really quite good as is," Ye Zisu said. She was very clear about the friendship between the two of them. It was impossible for Yan Xiaosu to neglect Wang Zheng at this point in time. As they walked out of the training room, Yan Xiaosu raised his head to the sky. "What shall we do tonight? Dont go back and study. The three clowns in your room are boring people too. Lets go drink!" Wang Zheng shook his head. "I want to y some CT and to challenge myself." Yan Xiaosu was stunned for a moment and replied sarcastically, "Ahh, thats weird. You seem addicted to this recently. You mean that at your level of skill, you enjoy getting destroyed by other yers?" Wang Zheng smiled helplessly. "Actually..." Yan Xiaosu patted Wang Zhengs back. "Sure, no problem. Let me bring you around tonight. Heck, whatever happens, let me show you what Ive got!" "I am Skeleton!" "You are Skeleton? What Skeleton? What are you talking about... what did you say?" Yan Xiaosus eyeballs almost dropped out as he looked at Wang Zheng. Skeleton... Skeleton... "You are Skeleton?" Tyrant Su leaped up in shock, jumping almost fifty centimeters off the ground. "My God, is there anything more surprising than this?!" As the night went on, the constant snarling sounds of wolves rmed a pool of mandarin ducks... Chapter 75: God’s Magnificent Act Chapter 75: Gods Magnificent Act Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Ever since Yan Xiaosu was young, he had always admired Wang Zheng, perhaps due to his excellent school work. This resulted in him believing Wang Zheng could achieve something big. But as time passed, reality sunk in. The gic test scores had indeed impacted the both of them. Although it was not entirely crippling, it had destroyed the dream they once had. But God was a good director. When Wang Zheng hit the lowest point of his life, Aina appeared. Not only that, during military training and the intensepetition,dy luck was always in Wang Zhengs favor. Although it seemed to be just a stroke of luck, Yan Xiaosu was convinced that an inexplicable strength was growing inside of him. But none of it mattered when Wang Zhengs real identity was revealed. It was absolutely shocking. Winning or losing a single game did not have any impact anymore because what mattered the most was the disy of his strength. Perhaps this illusion was not really an illusion after all. Wang Zheng was not surprised that Aina had left hurriedly and quietly. And as a matter of fact, he wasnt feeling down in these past couple of days. On the contrary, he was feeling thankful. Because in this rtionship, Aina was the one contributing and bearing most of the responsibilities. As a man, to despair and be remorseful was not Wang Zhengs style. Regardless if there was a future or not, he would work hard and not let anyone belittle him, or else it would be an insult to Ainas decision of choosing him as her lover. Yan Xiaosu stared with his eyes wide open. His eyes had never opened so wide before. Yan Xiaosu covered his mouth in shock when Skeletons ID was revealed. Tyrant Su recalled letting Wang Zheng y for the first time. He was there just to fill up the numbers. However, that was when he had signed up with the ID "Skeleton." Although he had thought it was a coincidence, in this world, things were bound to happen behind the facade of a coincidence. Wang Zheng grinned. "If you are surprised at such a small matter, how will you be able to handle bigger tasks in the future?" "Bigger tasks?" Yan Xiaosu was stunned. "Sometimes, even though something only has a one percent or less chance of happening, giving your best shot might allow you to achieve 100 percent of the results." Wang Zhengughed. He was powerful, and perhaps there was someone out there who was stronger than him, but he was not afraid! Yan Xiaosu scratched his head. "Boss, can we converse in simpler and more straightforward terms?" "Originally, the battles were just for fun. But now there seems to be a way to earn our capital back. I will let you negotiate with CT regarding futurepensation. This is your forte." "F**k, why havent I thought about it? I am so stupid!" Yan Xiaosu smacked his own head. He immediately came up with lots of ideas when money was mentioned. This would definitely bring in huge revenue! As long as Wang Zheng kept winning, they would be rich! It looked as though the situation with Aina had provoked and motivated Wang Zheng. It was just that Yan Xiaosu had a different train of thought about it. "This is only on one condition: keep it a secret. I do not wish for this to affect my school activities," Wang Zheng said. Yan Xiaosu raised his arm and pressed his finger to his lips. "Rx, Boss, your decision is rather brilliant. Being a CT superstar in military school is not necessarily a good thing either." In the military school, there was arge group of people who opposed the idea of these unsavory activities. Of course, they supported the idea on the surface, but as their power got stronger and stronger, their ability to influence the oue became greater. Skeleton Corps Internal Military Affairs. The addition of a new member had caused a hugemotion. He was the opponent of thest battle, also known as the King of Darkness, Qiangsen Duoma. People who knew Qiangsen Duomas story gained even more respect for what he had done. No one expected Qiangsen to join the corp. Ever since Rainbow had joined, people seemed to have their own unique stories to tell. This made the members of Skeleton military corp brim with liveliness and happiness. It was Qiangsens first appearance ever since he joined the Skeleton military corp. He mainly came because he thought Skeleton would turn up too. However, Skeleton was nowhere to be found. In a matter of minutes, he was surrounded by the members, and an endless amount of praise and worship streamed in. Although he was the loser, Qiangsen had won numerous amounts of respect from the people. His performance in the battle had reached an extreme level. Not to mention the fact that he was physically impaired, he had amblyopia. Rainbow appeared. He knew what happened to Qiangsen. Based on his investigation, Qiangsen was a highly skilled fighter from the special forces. In that particr mission, he was responsible for bringing up the rear, but an ident happened. This had left him with an incurable injury In Rainbows opinion, it was not impossible to heal the injury. It was just that the cost was too expensive, and the bureaucratic nonsense for medical ims had not been changed since ancient times. However, most importantly, no matter the oue, Qiangsens determination was unflinching, and he continued to persevere. As a soldier, Rainbow was in utter admiration of Qiangsens determination. The world was unfair. Comints and cowardice were signs of weakness. "Qiangsen, tell us more about your battle experience and your feelings about it. Among all of us, you were the closest to victory," Rainbow said. Below, someone talked to Qiangsen about Rainbows situation. Qiangsen grinned. Unlike Qiangsen, Rainbow was the representative of the new generation. "When the battle was over, I spent the whole night thinking. In all honesty, I probably had a few chances to turn the tide of the battle. If I had grabbed onto one of the chances, I would have probably won the battle," Qiangsen said. People were having discussions below once he finished. In that battle, Qiangsen indeed tried to suppress Skeleton and maintain dominance in the situation. However, the superiority Skeleton possessed was clear. "But in the morning, when my mind was sober, I knew that from the beginning till the end, I had not a single chance." Qiangsenughed. Skeletons military corp had more than 50,000 members. It felt more like a chat group than a n. It did not matter to Chen Xiu because they had no other purpose. Qiangsens words silenced everyone. On the battlefield, Qiangsen controlled the situation very well. Even the best Wargod No. 1 pilot could barely withstand his assault. If not for the terrain, he would be finished. Chen Xiu then asked a question on behalf of everyone as Qiangsenughed and replied, "Rainbow, when ites to this, you should be able to understand." The loss was attributed to the map. Rainbow nodded. "I can understand why, but I still cant believe it. Im sorry, but I went to investigate your profile and found out that in dark environments, CT can bring forth 90% of your true strength. I cant believe that such a person exists." Qiangsenughed. "I cant believe it myself, that is why I came." "Red Cabbage Sister, stop trying to be so profound. Say something that all of us can understand!" Yao Ailun shouted. "Yeah, you dont have to be profound, because we dont understand either!" "In the end what happened? Who doesnt exist?" Rainbow wryly smiled. "It requires strict and rigorous training to be able to adapt to the dark environment. I repeatedly studied the fighting procedures and had some doubts about it. In the beginning, Wargod No. 1s movements were not coherent, indicating that Skeleton was not used to such an environment. Even if it was his first time, he adapted to it rather quickly. This shows that he had previously undergone training in this aspect, or perhaps he is just talented." Qiangsen shook his head. "He was definitely well trained. No matter how talented one can be, he or she has to go through some sort of training to bring forth their full potential in darkness. Though blindness, my heart is transparent. In fact, when I was in the dark, I was able to exert 110% of my strength. But a man with good eyes will not achieve the same result I had when facing the darkness." The military corps activity area was full of people. They were all fascinated by the discussion. "So whats your conclusion?" Chen Xiu asked. Rainbow smiled. "It is precisely because we cante up with a conclusion that we are so obsessed with identifying this pilot. He, who is able to fulfill the conditions for fighting impably in darkness while being able to fight with the best fighters around the world. It is definitely not going to be boring." "On Earth, there are only a handful of them who canpete with me. It is impossible to be any of them." Qiangsen added. "No, it will not be the few fighters that you mentioned earlier on. Surely everyone remembers the interview with Bubbly Foam. His answer was definitely not that of an older person," Yao Ailun abruptly said. Student Ailun was extremely passionate about the details. This kind of deadpan humor seemed to be created by a young kid with an entric character. "I agree with your opinion. During the battle, I realized that he had a strong foundation and reacted very well in actualbat. However, heckedbat experience. He seemed to be acting like a new fighter, building ones battle experience," Qiangsen said. Rainbow pped his hands. "I had this feeling too, and that is the scariest part!" "Its just that this kind of training is a little extreme. Nevertheless, the Wargod No.1 has a lot of ws and limitations. Some of the ws cant be ovee by his other skills. He is putting himself in a desperate position. He may be brave, but it is a difficult position to be in." Qiangsen had mixed feelings towards it. "Thats right, it may be a form of training. But at the same time, it could also be a form of self reflection. It could possibly be a route to be a God, but it could also be....." Yao Ailun said, "But until that day, I will continue to wait for you!" "Me too!" "Me too. F*ck it, so what if Im blindly following? I will just believe in you, and this is how it is!" "Me too, let Young Deer go to hell!" "Either live a cowardly life, or fight for all of eternity!" Therger the world, the more people feared the world, and their desire for miracles grewrger andrger. Why did the human race desire to take risks in this unknown star filled with death? Despite the risk, the adventurers would still risk everything to explore it, because everyone believed and yearned for miracles. In the Brothers Net Cafe, Yan Xiaosu was just watching on. Yet he did not say a word and just kept waving his fists. "Boss, you ought to look at this." Wang Zhengughed. "You arepetent enough." Wang Zheng was not in a rush to find an opponent. In fact, CT had a big capacity to enable various targeted training methods, i.e. shooting, movement, and multiple terrain adaptation. Wang Zheng didnt mind training in CT, but today was just not suitable for fighting. As Bonehead once said, his heart was not at peace. Yan Xiaosu had joined the chat. He had found something more fun than fighting. He was apanying the crowd in their fervor. With the emergence of high-end mecha, it would be apanied with various targeted equipment for the pilots. For example, Wang Zheng had encountered a maic storm field in the past, and it had caused him nothing but trouble. However, mecha could now nullify such an attack with special equipment. This was just one of the functions. Not to mention there was also maic thunder, and it could harness the potential environmental effects as a weapon. With the addition of these new few features on the high-end mecha, it became moreplex to control them; better coordination and higher skill sets were required. Speaking from a highly skilled pilots point of view, the novice level was simply rough and brainless. While at the master level, everyone who waspeting to be the king required superior knowledge. This included an ability to take control of the situation, to be knowledgeable about all kinds of weapons, and most importantly, tactical coordination. For 1 versus 1 matches, the pilot had to be more knowledgeable in terms of mecha and their different kinds of weapons in order to stay ahead of the opponent. ... Student Wang Zheng didnt give much thought about it. Thest time he encountered the maic storm, a strange idea urred to him. Theser, when fired, if elerated or run through a force field, would be able to produce a wonderful reaction. Chapter 76: It’s Been Two Years, Bonehead Chapter 76: Its Been Two Years, Bonehead Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng had the sudden desire to train, so he entered a training room, and after selecting the Wargod No. 1 mech, he started his training session. The focus required would help him to forget about his problems. Everyone was waiting anxiously as they continued to observe the situation. At this point, Skeleton had entered the training zone. The training zone was made especially for beginners, so it barely provided any value for more experienced yers. "No way, what is Skeleton doing in the training room? How can he possibly get any benefit out of it?" "The training room only allows you to better understand mecha and their equipment. Theres nothing difficult about that." "I have no idea. I really want to know what hes doing in there. Too bad that its enclosed." Everyone was engrossed in their conversations, except Yan Xiaosu. Even Xiaosu was feeling impatient. He removed the physical interface and scratched his head... Wang Zheng was training the uracy of his attacks. His shooting techniques looked strange; it was as though he was out to make a fool of himself. His mechs movements were very queer. He kept shaking theser rifle and tried to increase the speed of the movements. Shaking the rifle too much would only lower the uracy of the shots. Xiaosu also observed him for a while before shaking his head. He had no idea what Wang Zheng was trying to get at. He on the other hand, was trying to think of a better method for them to earn their first pot of gold. It was not as straightforward and easy as he had initially thought. At the same time, Wang Zhengs training was looking more and more interesting. The mech Wang Zheng was shooting at possessed a maic storm equipment that could disrupt the enemys uracy. The inuracy of his own shots coupled with the maic storm had caused the shots he fired to hit himself! As a result, his Wargod No. 1 had even exploded multiple times. Yan Xiaosu could no longer stand idly watching Wang Zheng. He felt that he was dreaming... he could easily tackle this level with just the use of one hand. Whereas on the other side, Wang Zheng, who had already caused his own mech to explode countless times, did not even seem concerned. He did not even bother adjusting his shooting posture as he continued to experiment. At this point, Wang Zheng did not notice that the imprint of the Rubiks cube was emitting a strange, soft light. "Loading information.... 1 percent... 10 percent... preparing...preparing...continuing download....." The matchsted for quite a while. In the process, Wang Zheng was destroyed countless times. Yan Xiaosu, on the other hand, had even won multiple games in that time while waiting for him. Ever since Xiaosu found out that Wang Zheng was Skeleton, it was as though he had be a war god himself. His skill had improved immensely. He had even won three consecutive victories, a rather rare achievement, and earned praises from his teammates. Meanwhile, Wang Zheng was still fighting the same mech. His training results were tragic. Xiaosu had no idea what Wang Zheng was doing and was too tired to figure it out. His main intention was to apany Wang Zheng. Pondering about the issue, the best way for Wang Zheng to end his misery was to start a new romance, and Xiaosu knew that very well himself. His rtionship with Yue Jing was only over after he had gotten together with An Mei. He knew it deep down in his heart too, and it stayed with him as a good memory of his first love. Ye Zisu and Meng Tian would make good partners, but due to their individual circumstances, they were difficult to deal with. s, it seem like he really had to rack his brains to find a suitable partner for Wang Zheng. The two guys left the premiseste that evening. It was a rare asion that Skeleton appeared and yet did not fight any battles. His corp was, however, feeling very hyped up. They were making guesses as to what Skeleton was practicing and how long it would take him to master it. Training in CT was not the same as training in actuality. One did not need a lot of time to master techniques in CT. The number of people in the Skeleton Corps continued to increase inrge numbers. Everyone was in high spirits and were indifferent between winning and losing. Rainbow and Qiangsen were surrounded by teammates who were eager to learn from theirbat experiences. They were indeed highly skilled yers and even started a special teaching game to teach many other yers. Due to his background and physical disability, Qiangsen could only y in solo tournaments. He was formidable in dark arenas, as he had a profound understanding of the working mechanics and operations of a mech. While the darkness barely affected and instead actually helped Qiangsen, the average yer would not be able to know what was going on in such an arena and would need an even longer time to get their bearings, even with the help of specialized equipment. Their movements were even more dyed in such an environment and were totally directionless in those scenarios. Thus, they would always lose to Qiangsen in terms of speed, leaving him victorious. Additionally, Rainbow had outstanding leadership skills on top of his knowledge on mecha, and he was able to make urate decisions in battle. Ailun and Chen Xiu, on the other hand, were in charge of analyzing battles. Theyplimented each other and worked well together and werent inferior to even the likes of Young Deer and Bubbly Foam. Wang Zheng did not return to school but made a trip back home instead. His breakup with Aina gave him time to calm down and reflect on his life. Who the heck was the old man? Why did he possess such a profound scientific background? Even his random conjectures and words could result in a revolution! His identity was really quite questionable. Why was he willing to live in such a rundown hut for ten years? Why did he pass Wang Zheng the Rubiks Cube, and what was the Rubiks Cube all about? Wang Zheng had so many questions that he wanted answers to. What was his fate? What was it with the Rubiks Cube? By the time Wang Zheng reached his door, the doors of the bookstore opposite him had remained closed. A notice was pasted onto the door, signaling that thendlord was looking for new tenants. It seemed like the old man had left and was not nning to ever return. He looked up at the night stars. The stars truly were beautiful. By now, Aina would probably have reached another part of the gxy. He suddenly felt lost. Wang Zheng made his way back to his room. It was coated with a thinyer of dust. His eyes lit up... There were footprints left amidst the dust... It would have been unnoticeable to the average person, but this did not escape Wang Zhengs eyes. Someone was here before. This shabby ce would not attract thieves... unless! Wang Zheng looked around the room and finally found a slip of paper on the table. To his surprise, he leapt forward and grabbed it, eager to know the information written on it. It was understandable, he was only 16 years old, and he still wanted the concern of his closest kin. Scrawled on the letter was the Old Merchants handwriting. "Knowledge is wealth. Believe in yourself and set your ambitions and goals far and wide... This house is sold, I didnt expect the price to increase so much, dont miss me too much. C Old Merchant" Wang Zheng blinked his eyes.. and slowly wiped off the tears.. That wretched old man, he had only came back to take his real estate documents! Wang Zheng opened the cupboard. Gone, there was nothing left. He had nothing left to his name. There was a new tenant notice on the door, and he only had the house to himself for a few more days. It was truly exasperating After a letting out a howl of regret, Wang Zheng copsed onto his bed. The bookstore was gone. The house was gone. Hisst form ofmunication with the Old Merchant was also gone. What was going to happen from this point onwards? At this moment, the imprint of the Rubiks cube in his chest started to exude a faint light. He could feel an electric shocking from the cube. Wang Zheng stared at the ceiling nkly. No way... could this actually be the legendary saying of rain trickling down the cracked ceilinging true??? It had not even been two years, Bonehead! Did he not even know how to count!?!?!?! Wang Zheng opened his eyes to stare at Boneheads familiar face... it looked a little strict "Haha, my dear Bonehead! Its been awhile. You have been dearly missed!" Bonehead was one that never yed by the rules. Hence, Wang Zheng felt it was safer to have a lower profile. Silence.... Wang Zheng was starting to sweat. Every time Bonehead was deep in thought, it would mean that there was trouble. The red light emitting through his eye sockets was studying him from top to bottom. Wang Zheng was as fearless as before. He did not want to die... because he had barely tasted the sweetness of life. "An anomaly has arisen. The existence of the Rand Empire cannot be confirmed. After calctions, there appears to be thirteen unknown space dimensions for space travel. Executing Rand Empires firstw," the skeleton robot said meticulously. Wang Zheng shrugged helplessly. "Everything that you are saying is contradictory. What was the firstw again? I hope you are not out to destroy me again..." "The firstw is to rebuild the Rand Empire. You have ascended the throne as the fifth Emperor of Rand, and I will be responsible for searching across the world for your survivors." Looking at Bonehead speak, Wang Zheng could not help but find him extremely wearisome. What emperor? What survivors? Were there some issues with the system? "Bonehead,e take a seat. Dont pull such a face, we can discuss this issue again. You see, it hasnt even been two years, yet you called for me. I have matters outside to settle, so let me go now and I promise I will have the energy to fight in two years." Wang Zheng was trying to pull out all the stops to prevent this. "Your Majesty, reviving this country is the sole purpose of my existence. I will carry out the supervision n for it. Please, you must cooperate. Otherwise, I might need to use coercive measures," Bonehead said motionlessly. Wang Zheng could not afford to go against him. He was just unreasonable! What a difficult position he held as emperor! "Speak, what should I do?" Wang Zheng asked. "Your Majesty, we need more information on this dimensional space. You now need to start the second phase of training and adjust the settings ording to the characteristics of this space," Bonehead said, with the same tone of seriousness. "Bonehead, rx... dont be so hard on yourself. Arent we reviving the country? We first need to discuss more practical matters. I became seriously ill during thest special training, so I have no more battle energy left. How did that happen?" "Your majesty, your battle energy is connected to the energy source of the Rubiks Cube. The implementation of the resurrection n requires your genes and energy. Hence, it caused a temporary weakness in your battle energy and made you fragile." Wang Zheng wanted to reply...but he basically understood what was happening. The Rand Empire was an evolution of a military empire. There were top-notch soldiers throughout the army. It was surprising that they could all somehow co-exist together. Something he was sure of was that the shackles that were holding him down the past two years were gone. The problem now was that the Rubiks Cube needed more battle energy toplete the resurrection n. Wang Zheng initially wanted to take his time... He had the power to do so, and there were many ways to dy the n. But he suddenly thought of Aina. Perhaps this might be his only chance! The Rubiks Cube would be his greatest asset in his future battles. Wang Zheng was starting to feel crazy and excited for the second phase of the training. The first phase consisted of physical exercise. In Boneheads words, this was setting the foundations in bing a War God. It was just the most basicyer of development. However, mankinds greatest strength was their spirit. Simply speaking, it rted to the development, usage, practice and refinement of the brain and its functions to the level of a War God. At this stage, the Rubiks Cube could be used as a tool to greatly enhance the energy level of an individual. Chapter 77: Beautiful Ladies, Don’t Be Fixated Over This Brother Chapter 77: Beautiful Ladies, Dont Be Fixated Over This Brother Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Phase two could only be entered when one had gathered sufficient battle energy! It was like a fairy tale to Student Wang. Earth, water, fire, wind, space. The five elements. This was the second phase of training in the Rubiks Cubes special space time dimension. It might be that after some time, young people would becent. Wang Zheng did show some interest, but he got the hang of things very quickly. Earth, water, fire, wind, space training was split into two mainyers. The first was superficial training based on all types of environments. The other was something that could be felt but not described. The earth element consisted of all sorts of odd environments. It would definitely look like a pretty decent journey to the eyes of an outsider, but to experience it was apletely different thing. Wang Zheng experienced being chewed by monsters, especially giant insects. He understood that the horrors of the first phase of training was nothingpared to this. In fact, phase one was heavenpared to this. Water element training mainly focused on honing Wang Zhengs understanding of the oceans. Every type of condition out in the seas was honed. From the ability tobat underwater, to understanding water, to bing part of water. It was to turn it into an enjoyment and not an obstacle. It all led to understanding of water as an element. Fire, on the other hand, referred to vtile environments. It was not suitable for living things, but the ultimate warrior must be able to adapt and harness this ability. Soon enough, Wang Zheng forgot about the time. Merely paying full attention was insufficient for such training sessions. Wind was formless. It was everywhere and was affected by everything. It arose from impacting a surface, was affected by movement through time and space... Wang Zheng was starting to get "addicted" to this feeling. He began to enjoy such endless training more and more. It was kind of insane, but it felt really great. The reason being that he had managed to grasp some supernatural powers. He couldnt articte how it felt, but the powers he used to think did not exist were now developing inside of him. Bonehead silently recorded the whole training session. An image of Wang Zhengs brain was shown on screen. The reason he could not make any further progress was theck of development of his brain. This was a simultaneous process. Brain development had many types. The first was to allow the external environment to provoke growth. Another was to gain enlightenment through training. Each had its pros and cons. The former was too dangerous, and thetter too difficult. The Rand Empire used both. Wang Zhengined at first, but Bonehead turned a deaf ear to him. Space. This was the toughest and highest level. Itbined the elements of the universe,bining all powers into one. Understanding the universe from harsh training and finally bing one with space. In the water world, Wang Zheng was taken away by sea monsters once more. While he wouldnt die from it, the pain of being bitten by a sea creature was deeply etched in his mind. Wang Zheng fought and screamed initially, struggling to get away. However, after a period of time, he realised it was useless and hence began to analyse what he did wrongly as the monsters chewed on him. Wang Zheng was born to be a warrior! Bonehead did not idle even for a moment. He analysed Wang Zhengs physical and mental well-being, nning the next matching phase. The data gained from Wang Zhengs performance in the phases were crunched to allow for an all-epassing analysis to best facilitate the next phase. This was also the power of the Rubiks Cube. With regards to the fighting forces of Wang Zhengs world, the Rubiks Cube also took the time to analyse them. However, due to theck of energy and data, only so much could be done, so Wang Zheng would have to study it himself. Because of the difference in dimensions, the warriors from Rand Empire could not appear in this world, but they could produce warriors that were suited for this world. Time passed and the training stopped. Although Phase Two was iplete, at least Wang Zheng felt that he now had a simple understanding of the five elements. But the Rubiks Cube had run out of power. Leaving this time around was different from thest. Wang Zheng took his time and left as the Skeleton Robot bowed. Time... Wang Zheng had really lost track of time. Wang Zheng found himself lying in the hospital when he opened his eyes. Yan Xiaosu was right beside him. Noticing Wang Zhengs eyes opening, Yan Xiaosu pounced onto him tearfully, wiping his snot on Wang Zheng. "Boss, youre finally awake! I thought you were going to die." "You die! Why am I in the hospital?" "Youve been in aa for three days,"An Mei sighed helplessly. To think that Wang Zheng was so devoted to her and yet Wang Shishi was so heartless to have really left! "There are plenty of fish in the sea. Its just falling out of love. Youre a grown man; its not worth brooding over someone who doesnt cherish you. Let Big Sis introduce better ones to you!" An Mei patted her fully developed bosom in confidence. Wang Zheng perspired. Those three days felt like three long years. But there was no sense of time at all in the Rubiks Cube. The weird, endless training session left him feeling confused. "Boss, the doctor says your mind is still weak and extremely unstable. It was greatly stimted," said Yan Xiaosu. The brainwaves shown on the medical devices were fluctuating as a result of Wang Zhengs training. This was not easy to exin. Wang Zheng forced a smile. "Actually, I was practicing the breathing technique passed down by my family, but I went too far." An Mei and Yan Xiaosu looked at each other and nodded their heads in understanding. Men tended to have bigger egos and would struggle till the end. "Wang Zheng, youre considered pretty decent. Dont worry, youll find a good one for sure! Meng Tian and Ye Zisu are pretty great! If not for Yan Xiaosus objection, I wouldve asked both of them over." Wang Zheng smiled. Yan Xiaosu knew him well. "Its been hard on you both." The trio did up the discharge papers, and the doctor took the incident to be just another broken heart. Walking on the streets, Wang Zheng feltpletely different. The world was brighter and clearer, and he seemed to be able to hear the sound of nature if he focused on it. "Boss, as brothers for life, dont say that I havent taken care of you. Here, take this!" Yan Xiaosu painfully handed something to Wang Zheng. A ticket.... "Lin Huiyins concert?" Wang Zheng stunned. "Go out and have some fun. Lin Huiyin has arrived in Beijing, and itll be the first time performing on Earth this weekend!" Only then did Wang Zheng noticed the advertisements for this concert all over the ce. On them were pictures of an angel-like girl. Wang Zheng smiled and stuffed the ticket back in Yan Xiaosus hand. "You two go. Im not very interested in it." They sent An Mei home first. It was obvious that An Mei and Yan Xiaosus rtionship was growing increasingly intimate. "Boss, the negotiations with CT concluded. Each appearance in Season One will be one million!" Yan Xiaosu informed. Wang Zhengs jaw dropped. "In Milky Way Dors?" "Heheh, of course! Do you think they would use Earth Dors? Unimaginable, I know, but I still find it to be worth too little," Yan Xiaosu said proudly. He was an expert at doing business, an ability inherited from his family. Tissue paper was a business too. Wang Zheng shrugged. It seemed as though he was not suited to do business. Yet this amount of money was great too. "Feeling great today. You go arrange it." "Aite! But youd better make a trip to school. Professor Xiao Fei is looking for you." Yan Xiaosu gleamed. "Boss, Professor Xiao Fei is actually pretty great too! Shes quite the mature individual!" "Your mom! When did you be such a pervert?" Yan Xiaosu shrugged. "Gotta enjoy yourself in life! Plus, just thinking about it isnt illegal." "Dont tell me youve..." Wang Zheng looked at Yan Xiaosu. Yan Xiaosu straightened his chest. "Sorry, Boss, Ill make a move first. Were true brothers, and Im a real man now. Well, if you werent ill, I would never have had this opportunity. Thanks!" .... The hospital ... Damn. This guy had taken advantage of the opportunity indeed. Back in school, Wang Zheng headed straight for Xiao Feis office. Xiao Fei had just returned from a work trip and had interviews lined up one after another. The results of her research had been submitted to the Milky Way Alliances main courts for assessment, and her theories had passed the test. "I heard you were out of love." Xiao Fei looked up. Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. "Uhm, Professor, you dont have to be that straightforward, do you?" "Ha. Falling out of love is part of growing up! Not too bad; you look more handsome than before. Ive got something good for you. Lin Huiyins in Beijing. Ares College is one of the ces shell be visiting, but she doesnt want to make a great deal out of it. She wants it to be kept low-profile and would like to have a couple of tour guides." "Oh. Thats nice." Wang Zheng had no clue what this had to do with him. "Yeah. Problem is, she specifically asked for you." Xiao Feis eyes widened. She walked up to him and gave him a good look. "Tell me, how does she know you?" Wang Zheng froze. Did Lin Huiyin find out he was Skeleton? Thats not possible, only Yan Xiaosu and Aina knew. How did a star like her know his name? Totally bizarre. "I dont think you know her either. Maybe its because your name is on the paper too, and youre now one of our signature students at Ares." "No, no, its all thanks to your teachings, Professor." Wang Zhengughed. Xiao Fei threw Wang Zheng a look. "Good boy, you are very sensible. Other than you, Ye Zisu will be there too. Youll both be responsible for hosting Lin Huiyin. Do a good job, Im her fan. Remember to get me a signed copy of her CD!" Wang Zheng sweated. So Xiao Fei was actually just like that. "Look at your eyes. Theres no boundary in art!" Xiao Fei straightened herself. Of all the girls Wang Zheng knew, Xiao Fei was indeed the most mature. Watching Wang Zheng leave, Xiao Fei smiled to herself. This kid was not that useless. Wang Zheng headed to Brothers Net Caf immediately after leaving Xiao Feis office. He needed a battle to clear his mind. Theoretically speaking, after having spent so much time in the Rubiks Cube, he should have almost felt jetgged in the real world, but the actual effect was that of a slightly longer-than-usual dream. Yet Wang Zheng was still feeling disoriented. Even though he understood that Ainas departure was probably not her own choice, he still missed her. It felt as though something important was missing. Despite having been through extraordinary events, deep down, Wang Zheng was just an ordinary man. At Brothers Net Caf, the owner gleefully weed Wang Zheng. However, he kept looking back, hoping to see Aina here. Launching CT needed some time, leaving some time to warm up in the training room. After another round of special training, Wang Zheng felt different when he entered the machine again. In the past, the machine was the machine, and the pilot a pilot. He could pilot the mech effectively, but it felt as though there would be ayer between them. Now it felt as though as the mech and him were no longer separated, but an extended part of his body. It was a magical feeling. Wang Zheng jumped around, and riding the Wargod No. 1 was no different from dancing. Chapter 78: Magical Bird Chapter 78: Magical Bird Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The whole CT system was bustling with activity during this downtime. It had been a while since this happened, and Solon had even mumbled Skeletons name in his dreams. The new ns were great, but there was also the matter of his rate of appearance. Although Skeleton should have appeared at least once a week, the contract simply did not regte that, and hence Solon could notin. Solon was just like a general, merely giving directions calmly. The list of challengers in the system was already extremely long. The yers appeared but did not go into battle immediately, which intrigued the spectators. What was more baffling was that even more challengers showed up this timepared to before. Moreover, an announcement about the battle was made in advance. The problemy with the opponents! Wang Zheng had almost managed to attain what he wanted in thest round of training. He was just a small step away from mastery, but he just couldnt seem to master theser technique. He thought that he could manage to do so, but instead he failed time and again. But having been through the training for the Five Elements, Wang Zheng now had apletely different understanding of himself and even the world. Laser gun in hand, he swung his arm, shooting it with an exaggerated move. It was not a normal way to shoot, and not even children would do that. Yet Wang Zheng found joy in it. In the natural world, aser was a type of light, and this solidified light was no different from matter. Looking at it from the aspect of "air," everything had a form of physical existence. The only reason why others could not see this was because they could not understand its mysteriousness and intricacies. They could not feel it. Student Wang was able to feel everything around him. On the other hand, he was having a great deal of fun training. Solon was busy settling some matters while Young Deer and Bubbly Foam were already ready and preparing tomentate. In Europe, Lear was sitting in an enormous room. A huge screen was in front of him. "This is the oddball you were talking about?" "Yes, Sir. After conducting multiple battle analyses, I have found that this man is fairly skilled. If you do not care for his physical quality, he has a well-rounded battle quality and makes for a good practice opponent," the caretaker answered with utmost courtesy. Lear had returned to Europe. Losing in Ares College was just a tiny setback. He had chosen the entire team himself, so instead of punishing that fatty, he studied the problem. The team needed training, but mistakes could not be repeated. That was his rule. The Tri-College Exchange was just a stepping board for him. Outsiders could only watch it for fun. That was his warm-up match before the first audition among military schools in the Sr System. There were only five spots for Earth. He was naturally one of them. "Do you think this man is more suitable as an opponentpared to the others in the army?" Lear trusted the caretakers judgment more than anything else, as he was the one who discovered all the opponents. There were now more than 10 mecha of different types from the real world piling up in his backyard.... "Home" might not be a suitable name now. Looking from a birds eye view, the entire mansion was seated in the mountains. There was a takeoff andnding strip for airnes, which was a whopping 10 hectaresrge. It looked no different from a military base. Lears training opponents were usually selected from the army. Skeletonspetition videos were ying on the big screen. Lear did not care much for them at first, but he smiled after watching parts of it. "He is pretty interesting." The Caretaker smiled. "Young Master, his standard is considered top-notch on Earth. Its rare that he only uses the Wargod No. 1. Thatll help you solidify your fundamentals, which is considerably valuable." Lear nodded. "Go ahead. Ill go get ready." "Yes, Sir." The caretaker left the room. With a wave of his hand, all sorts of equipment started shing in the other room. A dozen staff were busy working. Over at CT, the matched opponents name was out, too. ID: Magical Bird. Region: Earth. He was consistently one of the Top 10 snipers in the past six months. Diamond rank. Most used mech: Shadow Demon Ur. Shadow Monster Ur was one of the best aerial mecha on Earth. It possessed excellent flight abilities and was quick and agile. Its performance on ground was not too bad either, and in the cityscape battles, which Magical Bird was best at, he had held the super record of 20 consecutive wins. He was definitely a strong opponent. Bubbly Foam and Young Deer had appeared on the screen. "The opponent is out! Magical Bird! This yer seems to be in pretty good form recently. It will be the first time Skeleton deals with a mech that can fly. I am not too sure how he will perform, and I cant wait to see how this battle will progress!" Bubbly Foam eximed. It was apparent that this beautiful girl had put in a lot of effort into her appearance. She knew that there was a good possibility that Skeleton would look at her. "Haha! Skeleton did not show upst time. Seems like hes not doing that great. Lets hope he wont get away again this time," Young Deer said. Bubbly Foam rolled her eyes. "Comrade Young Deer, why dont you face reality! I heard youve started a CT training ss. Have you had any attendees?" Young Deer smiled confidently. "Of course! The ss is full. Im pretty good at teaching. I wee everybody toe and join the Young Deer God Training ss, especially pretty girls. Youll even get a 30% discount!" "How many Skylinks of pretty girls have you asked?" Young Deer shook his head in seriousness. "Im a serious person. Learning is learning. How could I ask for pretty girls IDs wantonly? In fact, if any pretty girls face technical difficulties, they can get a room and wait for me. Face to face coaching would be much better." Bubbly Foams face turned grey. It was said that Young Deers narration was bing more and more colorful. Bubbly Foam had thought it was a rumor at first, but now it seemed to be true. She had heard that when mentally agitated, these individuals took things to the extreme. "Do you think Skeleton will be able to win this battle?" "If I were Magical Bird, I wouldnt think of going at Skeleton directly in a head-on confrontation. Instead, I would opt to destroy the Wargod No. 1s weapons, cing myself in a superior position before toying with him!" The Wargod No. 1s weapons system was terrifying, but the Shadow Demon Ur was equipped with even longer distance targeting systems. Shadow Demon Urs flying systems main purpose was not to battle in the air. Rather, it was to use the mech to snipe from a superior position. It could also escape the battlefield faster. Combined with the fact that it was equipped with a pretty outstanding Driss Heavy Sniper Laser Cannon, it had horrifying long-distancebat capabilities. There was a benefit to such a heavy sniper cannon. Even if it didnt hit the target directly, as long as the shotnded nearby, the strongsers maic field would destroy the mechs equipment. For instance, the Wargod No. 1sser gun would definitely be affected by the area of interference. Moreover, it had been rendered obsolete in the real battlefield for many years now. In order to deal with the new equipment that was constantly being developed, the different mecha had toe up with anti-interference systems. Otherwise, yers would be defeated so badly that they wouldnt even be able to remember who their own mothers were! The Skeleton Corps was on fire. The key members, Chen Xiu, Yao Ailun, Rainbow, and Qiangsen, had arrived and taken their positions. Presently, the Skeleton Corps was the most active group in Asia. Rainbow and Qiangsen knew mecha like the Shadow Demon Ur very well, as they had encountered it in battles before. As of now, although there were norge scale battles in the Milky Way Alliance, shes had never ceased since the dawn of humankind. Mecha were the tools of such shes. However, they were designed and utilized based on terrain. This type of Shadow Demon Ur wasmonly used in skirmishes, but could Magical Bird use it to defeat Skeleton? Both of them expressed doubts. Having battled Skeleton, they knew very well the unpredictability of his ability to adapt. The discussion forum, on the other hand, possessed varying views. What was more curious was that half of them supported Skeleton despite the seemingly disadvantageous situation. If it had been any other yer, theyd definitely be defeated. Wargod No. 1 vs Shadow Demon Ur? Theres no need to even battle to know the result. But right now, many believed that there was a solution to every battle situation. Wang Zheng was happily training, while his opponent was already ready. The battle was right about to start, but Magical Bird had suddenly gone offline. Such situations were rare, and the officials hurriedly contacted him. Renowned yers like Magical Bird had public contact details. This was a live show, and this was a situation not to be taken lightly. Luckily, Magical Bird came back on after a few minutes. Back in Europe, in the mansion among the Alps, Lear was ready. The Caretaker took his leave. The Cronos could achieve anything on Earth. Lear Cronos was the god of the Cronos family. What he wanted to achieve was not to solidify the familys standing. The Cronos family was already the first and foremost family on Earth. Their influence was immense, and they had been this way for two centuries. What Lear wanted to achieve was to extend their influence outside of Earth. Humankind originated from Earth, and it had to be someone from Earth to dominate the Milky Way! To achieve this, Lear had gone through inhuman training since childhood. Yet he passed every single one of them. It was a feat no other man could achieve. In fact, it was not just Lear. The Moon and Mars also groomed a new generation of sessors with the ambition to regain the status of the Sr System. It was the most secretive alliance made. The Sr System had dominated the Milky Way Federation for centuries in the past. But now, their position was merely symbolic. Not one country had as much pride as those of humankind on Earth. Lear did not think of it as a burden. The training sessions were all easy to him. There were no obstacles in taking in knowledge of all aspects. His gic score was S ss. For ordinary men, outstanding talent of one in a hundred was ssified under A ss. For geniuses that urred only once in a hundred million, they were ssified as S ss. Within the A ss, only a few had Ability X. But all men who were ssified S had Ability X! In thest battle at Ares College, Lear was only trying things out. At that level, there was no need to perform exaggeratedly. It was just that nobody had expected Wang Zheng to appear and turn the tables. This time round, although things took a little longer, the opponent still made it in time. The caretaker made a Skylink call outside. "Hope well have a pleasant time working together." On the other end, Magical Bird gaped at his ount bnce. There was another million credited into it. "Youre not worried Id log in here and take advantage of you?" Magical Bird could not fathom why these people would spend 2 million just for an opportunity to battle Skeleton. The caretaker smiled. "I believe in you. You know the value of 2 million. A life might be too much, but a leg would be just nice." Magical Bird shivered. "Haha! Just kidding! Well have a good time working together! Remember to get in touch with me the next time youve got such a great deal!" He hung up quickly. Just who were these people? Although they were unable to fight, people were still waiting to watch the battle go on. Both parties were to choose the terrain. Skeleton never chose anything. Lear could not care for much and set the map choice to be random.. The Battle Map -- Resuscitating Ind! This was an ind that had a long history on Earth. On it, there was a giant sculpture of a human head. It was said to be an extraterrestrial masterpiece and was considered an unsolved mystery a couple of centuries ago. Of course, today, there was no secret to what it is. It was a mark made by the Yatnds people when they left. Chapter 79: Equally Matched Opponents Chapter 79: Equally Matched Opponents Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng once again chose the Wargod No. 1, but this time around, his opponent did the same. This surprised the twomentators. Young Deer and Bubbly Foam looked at each other. "That... that seems like he is overdoing it." Bubbly Foam shrugged her shoulders nonchntly. After seeing how Skeleton performed, nobody would have thought that anyone else using the Wargod No. 1 could defeat him. Skeleton understood the Wargod No. 1 like the back of his hand. While Magical Bird was a strong yer, these high level yers all used the mech they were most acquainted with. Using a different mech would turn a skilled yer into a loser in no time. It was fair to say that the choice of mech determined 70% of the games. Faced with such a battle, choosing the Wargod No. 1 was clearly a poor decision for Magical Bird. Amidst disappointment and doubt in thements, Lear remained unwavering. Resuscitating Ind. Wargod No. 1 VS Wargod No. 1. Inside the CT control room, Solon felt helpless. This was not within his control. Many yers were very prideful and would not take advantage of such a situation. In this case, however, the game was bound to end uneventfully. On screen, the numbers did not exceed that of thest game. Many audience members would only decide whether or not to pay to watch the livestream after Magical Bird chose his mech. In the end, Magical Bird chose the Wargod No. 1... The two warriors fell from the skies. Lear was familiar with CT and had yed before. It was just that it was not challenging and hence he was uninterested. It was also his first time using the Wargod No. 1. However, to him, all of the mecha were more or less the same. Of course, he still made it a point to understand this ancient mechs specifications before the battle started. "Oh, Magical Bird has made a move! Lets take a guess; how long will it take Skeleton to end this battle?" Bubbly Foam was full of confidence. She was already a member and fan of Team Skeleton. Winninges first and foremost, excitement was secondary. Young Deer on the other hand, was mad. "This imbecile! Wait till the battle is over and Ill go over and give him an earful before giving him a p!" On screen, the Wargod No. 1 pulled out his alloy knife andser gun, waving them amateurishly. The audience burst into chatter. Just, what was Magical Bird up to? But just as Wang Zheng silently watched his opponent move, the other party paid close attention to him. This time round, things were starting to get interesting. Magical Bird finished his exercise. At this point, both Wargods dashed towards each other, almost at the same time. At this point, everyone had the feeling that no one could fathom how the battle would turn out. Crash! The alloy knives shed in a flurry of sparks. Booom! Sparks flew. Both Wargods made cackling noises. The enormous recoil force made both machines fall back, but the identical engines prevented the fall almost at the same time. There was a slight difference of less than 0.1 seconds, and outsiders could not tell the difference at all. The alloy knives moved almost simultaneously, lighting up the skies... It was Magical Bird! He actually made the first move! Skeleton was quick, too. The two had no energy shields, and yet rushed to strike at each other. In the blink of an eye, more than 10 attacks were executed but only the reflections of the knives and sparks could be seen from their intense sh Skeletons Wargod No. 1 had alreadyunched a kick, but Magical Birds Wargod took a step forward, blocking the kick and breaking its impact. At the same time, he threw a fist. The alloy knives struck at each other simultaneously. Bang! Bang! Bang! The two Wargods stumbled and took three steps backwards before they were able to steady themselves. There was silence. Young Deers jaw dropped. He browsed through the information on hand subconsciously. "When did Magical Bird be an expert in close range battles?" "Isnt he a sniper?" "What the hell!" Back on the battlefield, the two warring mecha did not stop. Skeleton initiated the first move this time. Once the Skeleton God struck, the opponent could only defend! Arced Slide Step! Skeletons Wargod changed his position and moved arge distance in the blink of an eye, instinctively shing with his knife at the same time. But Magical Birds Wargod did not dodge. The mech pivoted on the spot and did a back-handed attack. Bang! The Arced Slide Step attack did not take much effort, and the back-handed move used the opponents own strength and speed to strike itself. Skeletons Wargod lost its bnce andnded in a disadvantaged position. Magical Birds Wargods engines roared. It kept low and slipped towards Skeleton in its fastest speed, using the shortest distance, and crashed into it. The move was not to hurt, but to disrupt his bncepletely. Beingpletely defenseless, he crashed into Skeletons Wargod No. 1. Although Wang Zheng had high expectations for bnce, it was the first time he encountered such an opponent. He was almost on a level on par with him, with a keen eye for detail. Usually at this point, an ordinary opponent would deliver their strongest attacking move, giving Wang Zheng an opportunity to make a move. But Magical Bird did not do that. Crash! Skeletons Wargod No. 1 lost its bnce, and the sharp edges on Magical Birds mech was quickly approaching his cockpit. A furious unrelenting attack was then unleashed leaving Skeleton without any room to breathe. The body unleashing these moves had to resist the impact and force exerted on it due to the speed of the moves... but the pilot was still managing to attack effectively. This body... to Lear... was just too light and too easy to control. The Caretaker stood outside, watching quietly. Perfect. This was exactly what Lear had was. Nobody could beat him. Not in real life, and not in CT. A perfect body with perfect training. He could achieve the status of a God! The next move was to be the killing blow. Everyone else was shocked. Where the heck did this almighty gode from? How could he fight so well at closebat? The next attack was indeed inescapable. Now that Skeleton had lost his bnce, he could only lean away to avoid getting his vitals hurt. But something miraculous happened. Skeletons Wargod No. 1 was neither defending nor attacking anymore. Instead with a forced movement, grabbed the alloy knife under his arms. And at the same time, he pulled his opponent downwards as he fell simultaneously swinging his left fist out. The punchnded right on Magical Birds mechs head. After taking the punch, Magical Bird pulled his knife out and kicked savagely. He hit Skeletons squarely in the chest. Crash.... Both machines fell at the same time. Magical Birds Wargod No. 1 fell three steps back and regained bnce. Skeletons Wargod No. 1 made a turn and pushed himself up with one arm, and stood back up. They had only swapped positions. The spectator stand erupted with cheers. This was a battle of skilled closebat fighters! Young Deer and Bubbly Foam looked at each other. "Thats definitely not Magical Bird!" "Ivementated Magical Birdspetitions. Hes a sniper and his close upbat skills are just average!" "Ive seen him being forced into handbats, its not even as good as 10% of what is being shown here!" "Woah. If this wasbined with his skills in long ranged fights, this would make him the King!" Such an opening tussle attracted many yers who were watching to join in and spectate it officially. This was a sign that things were about to get interesting. There was no disadvantagedpetitor when everything was equal. Instead, this was a path that would lead to one of them bing a true god! It seemed like Skeletons performance had finally attracted a real master. Lear smiled too. It was rare to have opponents who adapted to situations so quickly and so well. Solon bit his teeth. "Execute n B!" "Yes sir!" The staff were very excited. They immediately executed hismands. Resuscitating Ind shook. The skies turned a ming red, and countless red lights dotted the sky. "Fireworks?" "Is this a change in environment?" In choosing the battle environments, some environments were unstable and would asionally see earthquakes and so forth. Some foreign stars, for instance, were worlds of changing environments. But the sr system was mainly made of stable environments. However, the Resuscitating Ind was indeed an environment that would change drastically, just that changes were very rare. Once changes urred, the difficulty of the battle would be skyrocket. Ordinary yers could never cope with it. Lear smirked. Someone was trying to create a hoo-ha out of such a small deal? The earth cracked open and splintered endlessly. Molten dark redva could be seen erupting out of the cracks. A burning ball of fire came crashing down the skies. It was a burning meteor. If one was directly hit, even if the Wargod No. 1 didnt die, theyd lose theirbat abilities. The mood in CT operations room was tense too. It was a special day. Everyone was looking at Solon. Solons palms broke out in sweat. He wasnt sure what this would bring, too. But it was only a matter of time before it actually happened. Might as well initiate it than be forced into it. Solon nodded. "Begin!" The audience could all see a new popup - Stimtion System Launched. That meant that the same harmful effects the harsh environment brought about could also be felt by the pilots. At the same time, the difficulty of executing a high levelled move would increase by 50%. This would mean that it would be almost twice as difficult to make any extreme moves. The audience was shocked. Could the game even go on? Ordinarily, the battlefield only had a subtle impact on the mech. Damage on the mech and its effects were minimal to highlight the opponents operating skills. No matter what, this was not a real battle. But recently, some master yers hadined that the games were too easy,cking a sense of reality and realistic operation. The new system had already been introduced to other stars, but this was the first time they used it in the sr system. And the first time this was used during such an important battle! Solon watched the screens closely. He believed Skeleton would win! There was one minute of freebat. The time was for the two yers to adapt to their new environment. Wang Zheng could feel the earth shaking even more vigorously now. The controls suddenly became a lot harder to use. Lear, on the other end, felt almost nothing. The countless burning meteors had brought the temperatures up, so much so that the internalponents were feeling the heat. But no matter how the surroundings shook, the two Wargod No. 1s maintained their bnce. The staff were nervous. What if... what if Skeleton could not get used to such a battlefield? Solon was extremely excited. The decision was made spontaneously, and the two yers could use Wargod No. 1 so effectively. Definitely not just some nobodies. Nobody had used this in the sr system. It was said that Mars was just getting ready to try it out. Solon was now the first to make the move to this new system What would happen? Behind their machines, Wang Zheng and Lear smiled to themselves. Now, this was the real deal! Freebat mode ended. The mecha roared to life! Chapter 80: Godly Defense Chapter 80: Godly Defense Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the VIP area, the audience was able to clearly feel the ground shaking violently. In fact, the meteorites in the skies could possibly be fatal! Generally, in this situation, yers who were inexperienced would have forgotten how to operate the mecha. Two Wargod No. 1s charged at each other at full speed as meteorites crashed down onto the ground beside them. Both mecha performed high levels, dodging as the Wargod No. 1scked energy shields. Hence, any meteorites hitting them could prove to be fatal. Furthermore, the shaking ground was also an enormous test of bnce. Boom... One of the meteorites impacted the ground nearby, causing arge plume of smoke to billow into the air. Skeletons Wargod No. 1 then jumped out of the smoke cloud and swung the alloy knife viciously downwards towards Magical Bird. The ground beneath Magical Bird had copsed and the mech had lost its bnce due to the violent vibration. The strike was fatal, and clearly, this chaotic environment did not seem to affect Skeleton. However, Magical Birds Wargod No. 1 had lost its bnce and fell. As a result, he used both his arms to support himself. Stuck in the situation, without any vision of Skeleton, heshed out with his foot. Boom.. His kick was sent towards Skeletons mechs wrist. If the kick hadnded as anticipated, the power of collision from both sides would have definitely been able to break the wrist. If not, at the very least it would send the alloy knife flying out of his grip. But Skeletons Wargod No. 1s fingers shed inconceivably at this point, and the alloy knife was swapped into a reverse grip position! The knife continued to descend towards Magical Birds mech. At that point in time, Skeletons Wargod No. 1s mechs fingers moved at a rapid speed, causing it to be absolutely dazzling. Boom.. Both mechas armor collided and, utilizing the recoil, both of them jumped backwards at the same time. Skeletons alloy knife and Magical Birds legs were both still undamaged.. Boom... The ground was filled with explosions, and both mecha somersaulted backwards to dodge the meteorite bombardment. The audience was awestruck as they watched quietly. What in the world had just happened? The real Magical Bird was sitting in the VVIPs room, astonished. He originally thought that his opponent was just a rich second generation kid burning money for fame, but to his surprise, he turned out to be a highly skilled fighter. If he was to be reced and was put in that situation in that kind of harsh environment, it would be pretty good if he could even perform at 30% of his usual performance. One could not casually consider themselves to be a true expert. A true expert would be unaffected even in the face of harsh environments. In this case, the Wargod No. 1 only possessed a brittle mech armor, and the environment encountered would be more than capable of ying over 90 percent of those so-called "true experts" if they were ced in a situation like this. Young Deer and Bubbly Foam looked at each other. Young Deer looked like he had just drank a hundred cans of Redbull and was incredibly excited. "Did you see that? He is a highly skilled fighter! I am referring to Magical Bird. He is the definition of a dark horse. There are a lot of people who are able to pilot the Wargod No. 1, but only true experts like him are able to survive." Young Deer was feeling prideful. As the two mecha were avoiding the meteorite strikes, at the lower left corner of the visual screen, a small video disyed the yback of the previous collision. The moment when Magical Bird kicked Skeletons hand, instead of dropping the alloy knife, Skeleton instead used the force of the knockback to rotate the knife in a circr motion around the mechs palm with his dexterous fingers. After eight rotations, he managed to mitigate the force entirely and grasped the knife in a reverse grip in preparation for a follow up strike. Though Magical Birds kick seemed to have been done in a moment of desperation, at that instance, his leg then swept downwards instead of continuing tosh out, knocking the alloy knife out of Skeletons grip. Even up till that point, no one hadnded a decisive strike on each other. After exerting so much energy to create that most brutal kick, surprisingly, Magical Bird still had the energy and control to modify the movement of his kick into a leg sweep. In one attack, both of them had made at least three predictions of the opponents next move and had even made at least three minor movements in their mecha in anticipation of the next attack. Bubbly Foam mimicked Skeletons actions subconsciously, but her fingers got tangled up in no time. Even if it was done on an impulse, needless to say, to do the same thing on a mech would be a tall order. Wang Zheng was excited because this opponent was the strongest he had ever faced. The opponents identity was unimportant. Be it his ability to adapt, or his basic skills, he was ferocious. Furthermore, the opponent clearly did notck battle experience, and in this aspect, the opponent definitely surpassed him! This was what he wanted! After the bombardment of meteorites, the terrain became even moreplex. There was a plethora of uneven grounds, ravines, and gullies of different depths and lengths. In fact, even gouts of fire would burst out of the ground every so often. Skeleton and Magical Birds mecha were less than 30 meters apart from each other. They stood silently for less than half a second and thenser guns were fired simultaneously. They made exactly the same decision... Boom.... When theser guns were fired, both Wargod No. 1s dodged at the same time. 30 seconds passed with constantser attacks and dodges being executed by both sides. Everyone knew how devastating Skeletonsser attacks could be; they were so urate that they almost could not be dodged. But his opponent, Magical Bird, did not seem to be fazed by it. Among the professionals, Magical Bird was known to be a sniper. However, firingsers at melee range was apletely different taskpared to long distanceser sniping. If a highly skilled fighter, like Magical Bird, could perform like this, he did not simply lie in the realm of a Diamond rank. In fact, he would most certainly be that of the King rank! He could be acimed as a God! This person..... was clearly not Magical Bird?! A lot of people were doubtful and uncertain of his true identity, but clearly this was not important anymore. Both mecha had been maintaining a distance of 30 meters apart from one another, and they were constantly making a wide array of high level dodging movements within a five meter radius. Close rangeser attacks were undoubtedly exciting and dangerous. Not only did one have to attack, he had to dodge as well. Switching up the frequency and rhythm of attacks was necessary to disrupt the opponents predictions. These movements could not be done by most people, and the problem was, these two pilots still had to pay attention to the environment! In this vile environment, even a wrong step could be fatal! Let alone focusing on switching up the rhythm and pacing of their attacks! On the contrary, while the two of them were concentrating on retaliating, their mecha seemed like they were merely walking on t ground. Unwittingly, both mecha approached one another gradually and the frequency ofsers fired were getting lower as every shot was fired more cautiously. This was mainly because of theck of stability of the mech on the hazardous terrain. At this point, whoever shot first would lose the upper hand and thereby lose the ability to threaten the opponent. Hence, every shot had to be fatal. Learughed. Could the opponent really think he was that good? His warm up was finallypleted; it was time to end this. "Bo... Boss, breaking a million viewers...." The staff stammered while looking at the screen number. The number of VIPs broke a million. It was a new record. Within a short period of five minutes, arge amount of viewers had joined, and people were in admiration of Solon. The new simtion system was indeed a huge gimmick, and in such a short time, it had managed to attract so much attention. Most unexpectedly, the vile environment had no effect against these two contenders. When the distance between the two mecha was around 10 meters, Magical Birds movements changed instantly. A hum sound was produced by the mech. At this point, it seemed as though gravity had lost its effect on Magical Birds Wargod No. 1 as he quickly traversed the distance between them in less than 0.2 seconds. It had to be noted that the two had used less than 0.5 seconds to fight in this confrontation. This moment of ascension was fatal. Magical Bird had managed to gain the upper hand in this game of rhythm, and at this point, hisser gun radiated resplendently. Boom boom boom boom.... In an instant, five intense shots were sted. A huge, glowing X could be seen shooting towards Skeleton. Everyone was shocked. Just who was this freak??? Yasopps X Melee Killing Move! A perfect aperture! Within 1.5 seconds, a continuous burst ofsers were fired with theser gun at the center of it. If the distance was less than 0.5 meters, it would be a deadly melee technique! It was definitely impossible to dodge the attack! Young Deer jumped up excitedly. "Wahahahaha, Skeleton, you are surely going to lose this round!" Yasopps X Melee Killing Move was not merely firing fiveser shots in an X shape. Many people were able to mimic the X form of attack, but the crucial elementsy in the shooting time, angle, and distance. Each of these three elements had very strict requirements and thus this move had the highest form of melee and marksmanship requirements in order to achieve absolute lethality. After so many years on Earth, it was the first time it appeared on CT! Once this particr move was revealed, in the vicinity of Earth, it was definitely invincible! However strong you were, there would always be someone stronger! Skeletons Wargod No. 1 did not budge as the real X Melee Killing Move could not be dodged and it had reached its limit. The executor of the move would definitely be pushed to their limits, while the defender of the move would conversely be pushed to the limits of despair. But Wang Zheng did not feel despair. Skeletons Wargod No. 1 fiercely leaped off the ground as the engine roared. It was a forceful controlling of the mech! But it was still to no avail. No matter how he much he pushed the mech, he was still unable to dodge the attack. Everyone was holding their breaths in the Skeleton Corps. Rainbow was about to suffocate after holding his breath for such a long time. Rainbow tightly clenched his fist. This bastard was clearly a highly skilled fighter from the army. If anyone was able to mimic Yasopps X Melee Killing Move, he or she would definitely be promoted to be an ace in the army! It seemed easy, but truthfully it was difficult to master. Who was this fellow!?! After the execution of the fatal move, one should savor the defeat of his opponent. Boom... Aser shot was fired at the Wargod No. 1s left leg, causing it to explode. Fortunately, the alloy knife was able to block the other shot. However, it caused the alloy knife to fly out of his grip. This waspounded by the fact that Skeleton was unable to grip his alloy knife after the forceful control of his mech. He was finished! Although Rainbow and the rest seemed to be waiting patiently, their hearts were turning icy-cold. Both of them were almost equally matched. Hence they could not afford to lose their legs and alloy knives even if they had to forgo their arms. Skeleton was utterly finished this time. The majority of the people closed their eyes. Although there had only been eleven games, by now, it was as though peoples dreams were bing a reality. However, dreams couldntst forever. It was just that everyone hoped that it would not have ended so quickly! Solon went pale. He thought he had everything under control, including winning the gamble earlier on. But little did he know that there would be such a formidable opponent. He had served for many years, yet none as impressive as this one had appeared! That bastards Yasopp X Melee Killing Move! The mechanical leg was flying tragically in mid air as the sparks sshed across the battlefield. The whole situation was very simr to his career and dreams, flying away. Although the alloy knife blocked a fatalser shot, it looked as though the result had still managed to sway Skeletons mental state. Skeletons Wargod No. 1 seemed to have lost its soul and fell to its knees. However, at this point, Lear had a bad premonition for what was going to happen. He was getting goosebumps and his hairs stood on end. This feeling had only urred twice in his lifetime. s, this was the second time! Not Good! As the one-legged mech fell to its knee, it then sprang forward like a spring that was beingpressed and released in an instant. Ceng... Skeletons Wargod No. 1s engine roared and the armor creaked noisily... Was this manual control??? Aser gun was brandished! Yes, theser gun was still avable, meaning there was one more chance for Skeleton to attack. There was hope because Skeletons marksmanship was strong as well! But instead, a meteoritended in front of the two mecha, blocking their paths forward. Lear quickly made a decision as he had never ignored his hunches. This was definitely right. However, just as Lear moved, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 fired. Yet this attack was not aimed! Everyone was feeling desperate. The match was like an reenactment of the previous fight, Skeleton vs Qiangsen, where he made full use of the environment. In the previous match, Skeleton was the one who initiated the attack. But in this round, Magical Bird forced Skeleton into a defensive position. In such a thrilling situation, this warriors heart remained calm and collected, just like the rtionship of snow and ice. Chapter 81: Godly Skill Chapter 81: Godly Skill Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Finished.! Boom... Sparks flew in every direction. Skeleton WIN! The battle had ended. It was so silent that even if a pin dropped on the floor, one would be able to hear it. Young Deer was jumping around in mid air before he stumbled and fell onto the floor. It was akin to a deer prancing around in the forest before getting shot in the head and falling to the ground In the battlefield, Magical Birds Wargod No. 1 had exploded. The sight of the sparks was piercing, but all that was left on the other side was a one-legged Wargod No. 1 surrounded by mes. Everything stood still. Three minutes had passed inplete silence with no one saying anything. Whispers ensued in the arena. What had just happened? He managed to counterattack the Yasopp X Melee Killing Move? Did Magical Bird make a mistake?? The livestream reyed Magical Birds final fatal move on a big screen with the matchs statistics in a red box in the corner of the screen. Without a doubt, it was a perfectly executed killing move! It was also the first of its kind on Earths arena! It was known as a legendary gunnery technique - a sure kill technique. Furthermore, it had been executed perfectly. How could it have failed? As though there was nothing wrong, Skeleton sted into the skies. Yes, he managed to dodge three shots, but as for the other two shots, he blocked one shot and got hit by the other one. There was nothing left to see; the performance should have ended there. The one-legged Wargod No. 1 had thennded on the ground. However, it seemed to have withstood the huge force on it as it fell. In the slow motion camera, once the mech touched the ground, the Wargod No. 1s engine burst out with full power instantaneously. On the right-hand side of the screen, the red box disyed the engines energy statistics. The moment Skeletons Wargod No. 1nded, the engine rumbled to its peak without a doubt, demonstrating his excellent control! It was then that a miracle happened. He used his left leg as a pivoting point, and inbination with his excellent control, the mech utilized the momentum to elerate his movement to its peak. At that instant, he fired off aser! In the midst of roaring noise came a furious shout.... S**t!!!!! A beautiful arc was drawn in the air by the movement of theser shot! It hadpletely bypassed the meteorite, falling inbetween the two!!! After the slow motion camera had yed the video, the entire audience had fallen into a tranquil silence. Legend has it that in the entire Milky Way Gxy, there were only less than 10 people who could reproduce the Arched Shot technique!!! These few people were destined to be gods of war, the treasure of each alliance. Shouts erupted in cheer as the audience was whipped into a frenzy! It was the invincible rhythm of a god! Solons face turned from white to an intense red in an instant. He then jumped on top of the table and roared like King Kong in his excitement. "Sh*t, sh*t, shi*t! This is it! Just like that! Just like that! ARGHHHHHH!" So what if he was the president of the CT association? Nothing else was as important as this! Only when one felt despair could there be hope. It represented everything! The staff in the office jumped around in euphoria and everyone hugged each other. The number of viewers in the live VIP broadcast skyrocketed and broke 1.5 million views and was trending on online forums. This was the first usage of the simtion system in the Sr System, and two amazing things happened. Firstly, Yasopps X Melee Killing Move was showcased, and the other was the godly Arched Shot technique! Two legendary skills had debuted on Earth. The Arched Shot, on the other hand, was truly astounding. It was undeniably the first time it was seen in the Sr System! This was the rhythm of a god! This was the strength of a god! Wang Zheng removed the tactile interface and closed his eyes slightly while attempting to reminisce the feeling of thatst shot he fired. Bonehead had spent three years to devise a special training regime for him to adapt to the water, earth, wind, and air. He had been through all of the training sessions on multiple asions. Indeed, he had endured all the training and hardship, but stillcked the ability to advance to the second level. Although he had yet to advance to second level, the skills he learned from the first level were much betterpared to before, and his understanding of the environment was even more profound. A slight light could be seen inside his eyes. This was actually a form of physical energy. As he was inside the virtual servers of CT, he could not tap into its power. Conversely, if the same battle happened in reality, he would have been able to adapt to it even quicker. In the eyes of ordinary people, his technique was incredible. However, to Bonehead, it was still miles away from what he expected. Although Bonehead was a robot, Wang Zheng felt that Bonehead yearned for the revival of the Rand Empire and possessed the qualities of a soldier. Wang Zheng was a little stunned, but he was also curious at the same time. Just how great was this empire of his? The battle had ended. Wang Zheng wasnt in the mood for interviews as he needed a good nights rest before the events of the next day. Lin Huiyin? It would definitely be difficult to get along with this arrogantdy. But fortunately, Ye Zisu was around, and she would be able to solve any issues that arose. Wang Zheng bade farewell to the Boss but was insteadpletely ignored. He was considered a regr customer and could just leave the money on the counter. Nearly a hundred people had gathered around a big screen to watch the rey of the battle. To fully immerse oneself in the experience, one had to either watch it in the VIP area, or watch it with a group of like-minded individuals. Wang Zheng didnt care about thepetition and walked out of the inte cafe before he gazed at the sky. Hopefully, Aina was living a better life! Wang Zheng did not take public transport back home but ran instead. Bubbly Foam gently patted Young Deers shoulder. Young Deer looked as though he was in his own world as he stood therepletely dazed. The highs and lows of the battle were too stimting. Although Young Deers heart was firm, this had clearly surpassed the limits of what he could take. "Arched...gunnery....arched....gunnery...." As amentator, Young Deer had three years of experience and was a senior. He had always been eager to witness legendary skills, skills that were rarely seen on Earth. He was an enthusiast when it came to the different kinds of special skills used by the mech pilots. When the Yasopp X Melee Killing Move appeared, he was absolutely excited. But amongst all the skills he had witnessed, the skill that mesmerized him the most was the Arched Shot. It was a super skill that vited the conventionalws of physics. Furthermore, the execution was extremely beautiful, and it would be more urately said to be a piece of art! That beautiful arc, which pierced through the sky, had also managed to finally change Young Deers persistent attitude. "Old Deer, Old Deer, are you okay?" Bubbly Foam felt that something was amiss. Hopefully nothing was wrong. "What do you think? Is he truly a god?" Young Deer asked abruptly. Bubbly Foam went nk. "Old Deer, are you alright? There is no god here." Bubbly Foam debuted as amentator not long ago with her beautiful appearance and professional abilities in the CT scene and hence was more willing to ept alternative opinions. Young Deer, on the other hand, was a stubborn person. He was knowledgeable, but because of his vast experience, he became stubborn and remained unconvinced of many things. But that one shot hadpletely destroyed Young Deers stubbornness. Each and everymentator had hoped that one day someone would perform such a skill and to bring glory for the people on Earth. Today, that dream was finally attained. Furthermore, two high level techniques had been shown for the first time. Once Bubbly Foam saw that Old Deer was fine, she continued to summarize the battle for today. Skeleton had once again performed a miracle on stage, and the legend lived on. Lear sat quietly in front of therge video screen, motionlessly watching the rey of the battle, and he even watched the analysis. The caretaker looked on silently from a corner. He waspletely baffled. Before thepetition began, he thought that this guy was a little interesting and was a suitable opponent to practice with. Little did he expect such an ending.... Lear quietly analyzed every action and every detail of the battle. In hindsight, the only point where he had been suppressed was thatst moment. Was it even possible to dodge the Arched Shot? It was definitely possible to do so, but he had made a mistake. He thought that victory was in his hands. After assessing his opponents situation, he had assumed that the meteorite had blocked the crippled opponents line of sight. However, the battlefield was constantly changing. The difference was less than that of a hairs breadth! Failed! He had actually failed! Moreover, he had made such a stupid mistake! "Have you discovered who this man is yet?" Lear asked solemnly. "Young Master, Im afraid this man has an unfathomable background. We tried to trace his background, but it was to no avail. If we had gone any deeper, we would have crossed the line, so our only choice was to give up." Drupp said apprehensively. Lear paused and nodded his head. With such strength, he was definitely not an ordinary person, and arge organization must be behind him. Who could it be then? The Earth was his power and territory. Who would interfere with that? Perhaps this guy was deliberately trying to cause him trouble? Was it the guy from Mars or was it the other brat from the Moon? Thinking of Masasi, he thought that the guy from the Moon was more likely to be the troublemaker. In this case, who was the scalpel? Lear went into deep thought. "You may leave. Increase tomorrows training by three times!" Lear waved his hands. Failure had a price! Drupp left and Lear switched off the broadcast. He opened the door to the gravity chamber and increased the gravity to eight times normal and dashed in. Beast-like roars echoed from within the gravity chamber. Concurrently, Wang Zheng was running to the stall near school to have his supper. In no time, he had five empty bowls by his side, and the total cost for his supper was only 20 dors. Life was amazing. CT VIP audience numbers had been increasing and finally stopped at 1.8 million views, a new record for Asia. The real Magical Bird had also walked out of his seat. Magical Bird was a veteran in the diamond rank, and a lot of people were familiar with him. If he truly possessed such skills, he would have long be a god. Magical Bird wasnt able to pretend anymore and came forward to admit that the guy on the battlefield wasnt him but a mysterious friend who wished to remain anonymous and had only hoped to fight with Skeleton. Simply a friend who could execute Yasopps X Melee Killing Move and could utilize the Wargod No. 1 to perfection. With that persons skills, he would have a straight path to the top. Yet who would have expected that mysterious friend to fail? Facing the Arched Shot, this war god had to take a step back to let another war god advance. The most important element of the fight was Skeletons ability to pilot the Wargod No. 1. Even with one leg, he was able to move the mech in such a way to attain victory. It was simply a god-tier movement. A lot of people were not satisfied after watching the battle for the first time and went in VVIP to experience the battle again. In VVIP, it was more immersive; it was as though one was truly inside the battlefield, feeling the heat and the tremors of the ground. Altogether, it felt differentpared to ordinary CT. It was more violent, more enjoyable, and this battle environment alone was enough to entice people. Simting an environment was what everyone wanted all along. Before, most of the yers were dissatisfied with the environment as it didnt provide any challenge. However, there was no need to go to the extent of fully emting cruel reality. Yet surprising changes always made training more interesting. Surprising One Shot, Skeletons God-Tier Skill! The Sr System Federations First Arched Shot! The Legend is Real! Mysterious Skilled Fighter Loses! Skeleton Proimed to be Invincible! Discussions of all sorts had exploded in all of the majormunity forums. The standard of battle was exceptional, especially after seeing the crazy control of skills. The Skeleton Corps was celebrating in their base. The battle was hard fought with lots of dangerous moments, but eventually Skeleton attained victory. The final skill had turned the tide of the battle. Although the fake Magical Bird was in the lead at first and possessed the absolute advantage, he made a mistake and lost the battle. In the girls dormitory, An Mei and the girls had snacks strewn all around the ce, eating while watching the duel. As military school girls, they were knowledgeable enough to analyse the fight and loved these kind of duels. Even the girls thought that Skeleton was sure to lose, but he managed to make aeback. Chapter 82: Whispers From the Earth Chapter 82: Whispers From the Earth Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "These two must be elites from the military, or else they would not have been able to use such skills!" "Who is it that could possibly be so free? Whoever he is, I think we should all meet him." A few girls were chattering away. Soon, the conversation topic shifted to whether Skeleton was a man or woman. An Mei felt that Skeleton was most likely a woman. Skeleton was calm while fighting and was meticulous in executing fighting techniques. That was a sign that Skeleton was a female warrior. Meanwhile, while Wang Zheng was having a good sleep, a sudden cold breeze caused him to sneeze a couple of times. In the dormitory, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were sleeping as soundly as night owls. Although the military regime in college had just started, they were both experts in their field. Otherwise, they could not havested this long. In the beginning, the two of them led battles, but they were on losing streaks. Their logical and military prowess immediately vanished once they started fighting. It seemed that they were men of logic, unsuitable for battles. While Wang Zheng was still snoring on his bed, the two men nced at him. Rumor had it that Wang Zheng had fallen out of love. Ailun and Chen Xiu thought nothing of it... at this age, they were still single. Experiences in romance was a good thing, no matter the oue. Zhang Shan had yet to return. The crazy guy was still training at this hour. The fighting factor in his genes was triggered. In other words, he was on route to greater and greater improvement, and he would strive for it by all means. The three military colleges exchange program had barely ended, and news of Masasi dropping out had attracted quite a lot of attention. The elites that were the pride and joy of Ares College had mostly left. While Gu Te had been trying his best to keep them in the college, Masasi felt that college life was not all that suitable for him. He attracted fame and admiration with his battle performances, but he was actually a low-key individual who preferred to be alone. Hence he had nned to leave without a sound. Ironically, his departure caused quite a lot of discussions around campus. On his journey to the Moon through the lunardder, Masasi had with him only a simple backpack. Through the ss window of the space station, one could clearly see the Earth. For Masasi, his time on Earth was a memorable part of his life. The Skylink sounded and Masasi epted the call. A beautiful-looking girl with short hair appeared. She was in a silvery suit that was the same color as the surface of the moon. "Why? Are you still feeling nostalgic?" Milo ridiculed. Masasi grinned. Earth is indeed very beautiful." "Are you talking about the human culture on Earth? Did you became more sentimental after your trip to Earth? What about earthlings? How do you find their standards?" "At best a C I would say. The average standard of an earthling is not high, but there are a few who are indeed capable. Lear, for example, is very strong." "Haha, an opponent worthy of your attention should be someone of high standards. It is always good for us to know our opponents well. Return quickly, everyone is here. When you see it, our gathering will show that we still have the highest standards." Milo smiled sweetly. Suddenly, Wang Zheng came to Masasis mind. That guy... he was childish, yet there was something else about him that led to that miraculous battle. "What happened? Did something happen?" "I believe I might have found him," Masasi said lightly. Milo asked, "Are you certain?" "Not yet, I am still investigating. The person I am talking about only has a gene score of 28 and good physical standards, but he does not possess Ability X." Masasi shrugged his shoulders. "My intuition may not be urate, but I am pretty sure that a person without Ability X will not be able tost that long in space. It should not be him." The two talked for a while longer. They both had good understanding about the forces of the sr system, including the elites of the younger generations of the variouss. However, the image of Wang Zheng continued to float in Masasis mind. Wang Zheng had a beautiful record, but frankly speaking, Masasi was equally capable and might even be stronger than Wang Zheng. But none of these mattered. After his contact with Wang Zheng, Masasi still could still not paint an urate picture of him. When the space shuttle came to a halt, Masasi took ast look at Earth. There were some whom he would definitely have the fate to meet again. To meet as his future opponents that is. Wang Zheng was up early. He hadpletely recovered his strength and was back to his daily routine C sses and trainings. There was no notice from Aina, but Yan Xiaosu looked relieved as Wang Zheng looked like he was back to normal. Student Yan was most concerned about getting a response from him. The thought of a reply would bring much joy to him and An Mei. In the afternoon, the four of them ate lunch together. Zisu was there too. She was unsure about how she should have been feeling about Ainas departure. She had long been expecting this oue, but the thought of it actually happening made her a little disheartened. Everyone in the dorm was gossipping. Instead of being happy that her love rival had left, Zisu was still mad at An Mei. At this point in time, Zisu should have quickly stepped up her game with Wang Zheng, even if Wang Zheng was still disheartened by his breakup. It was strange how Zisu was so fond of Wang Zheng. There was nothing really special about that guy, except that he was street smart and asionally lucky. From what Xiaosu knew, Zisu and Wang Zheng may have been school mates, but they were not personally close and had barely any private interactions. Could it have been love at first sight? Ye Zisu was not an impulsive girl. No matter who it was, for a girl to silently watch over a boy for four years definitely meant that he had a special ce in her heart. Her pride and self esteem stopped her from confessing after all this time. Ye Zisu often thought that if it was not for her fear of being ridiculed by Yue Jing, she might have already been together with Wang Zheng. Ye Zisu suddenly paused her eating and asked, "Wang Zheng, Huiyin is about to arrive. Where are you nning to take her?" For a moment, An Mei and Yan Xiaosu froze for a moment. "What did you say? Lin Huiyin??" It was in the nature of girls to form cliques, even a group of four could be split into two smaller cliques. In the dormitory, Ye Zisu was closer to An Mei, while Meng Tian and Qing Qing were a pair. "It was a mission that the school arranged. Wang Zheng and I are to be representatives of the college. The thing is, I am not sure what she likes." Wang Zheng pped his head. "Oh, I forgot about it." The three of them looked at each other, Yan Xiaosu was enraged. If not to conceal the secret, he would have left in rage. "Boss, Lin Huiyin, Lin Huiyin, " Yan Xiaosu said, looking displeased. Wang Zhengughed. "An Mei, can you control him? He is acting so arrogantly now in front of us." Wang Zheng had a nk expression and then gave Yan Xiaosu a thumbs up. "Roger". Yan Xiaosuughed gloriously like a pot of blossoming chrysanthemum flowers. "It is difficult to serve big stars; we will have to adapt to them." Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders nonchntly. "Same, I do not think this is going to be a good mission." "You two really dont know how to appreciate this opportunity. If only I was the one assigned to this task. First, Id get a hundred autographs from her and sell each at 10,000 dors! You will be able to get a million bucks!" Tyrant Su immediately looked for an opportunity for profit. Yan Xiaosu brought joy wherever he went. This guy was alsoing up with crazy ideas that surprised everyone. At this point, in the distant of An, the whole was preparing for the grand celebration of Ainas return C the princesss ritual of adulthood. Without a doubt, the entire Milky Way was celebrating the festival dedicated for unwed youths. During the banquet, Her Royal Highness would lead the first toast. The topic of who would have the honor of bing her partner was the biggest and most debated topic right now. Amongst the An Empires royal family of dignitaries, every unwed male from any important household was fighting for a chance to be on the list. A dance with the Princess on this special asion would definitely leave her with asting impression, regardless of whether he would get the opportunity to be with Princess Aina in the future. Although there was still some time before the celebration, the atmosphere was as lively as ever, even more so than that of Easter. Kashawen looked over at the ever-so-calm princess Aina, brimming with happiness. She knew that Aina was capable of this; Aina understood the overall situation and was realistic, even more so than Huiyin. An needed a great queen, and Aina had to uphold the values and virtues of a queen, and that meant a great sacrifice for Aina. "Aina, the royal family is already starting preparations. Tell us if you have any special requests; we will try our best to fulfill your wishes." Aina smiled. "It may be my adult ritual, but this festival is for everyone. My only wish is for everyone to be happy." "Silly girl, there may be many others celebrating this asion as well, but of course, yours is the most important. You are one of a kind in the Milky Way." Kashawen understood Aina well. Ainas mother died during childbirth while the King was busy ruling over the empire, and she was the one who brought Aina up since she was a baby. Aina maintained a faint smile. Kashawen understood that a young girl experiencing her first love would not return to reality immediately. "Aina, let me ask you a question... If you own a piece of property, you can sell it at $100,000 now, but if you wait three years, you can sell it at $1,000,000. Would you choose to sell it now or after three years?" "Of course after three years." Kashawen smiled and nodded. She believed that Aina would understand. Three yearster, she would not choose the same option. It may not matter to ordinary girls, but she was from a different world. She was the symbol of An, and she could not afford to make any mistakes. Aina blinked her eyes. She naturally understood what Kashawen was referring to. Kashawen was known as the Iron Fisted Prime Minister with a very direct style of governing, and he was very influential. "Aunt, then lets make the celebration grander. I want to enjoy this asion with everyone." "Haha, dont worry, the head of the Milky Way Union and the chiefmander of the military will be there. Of course, there will be other important figures there, because to be present for your adult ritual shows respect and dignity for our Empire." Kashawens tone was filled with pride towards An. These values were carved deep into the bones of every An citizen. It was this self-pride and self-reliance that led everyone to strive for greater progress and build a strong and proud country. An was not only a great empire. Every citizen had the spirit of self-sacrifice, and this achieved an An that was invible. Kashawen believed in Aina. Ever since she arrived, Aina did not have any contact with the Earth. Moreover, Keshawen did not believe that there was a candidate worthy of Aina in that forsaken ce. After getting used to luxury, one might asionally feel like smelling the dirt. Chapter 83: Big Brother Has Not Lost His Love! Chapter 83: Big Brother Has Not Lost His Love! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The moon radiantly shone as it watched Skeleton and Magical Birds fight. "Artos, who do you think this Magical Bird could be?" Artos crossed his two legs. A triangr patch of hair could be seen on his shiny, bald head. It was rather outrageous. However, it was known to be one of the most popr hairstyles on Mars. "Milo, when did you start bing interested in such things? These are nothing more than the fantasies of these wayward degenerates." Lear Cronos then replied, "When will Masasi be back? We are just missing him. Theres nothing much on Earth." "Keke, Artos, you should buy yourself a wig. Be careful and hope that the Boss does not pluck your head off." Miloughed. "Masasi should already be on his way back." Milo was very interested in the CT battle between those two individuals. That Yasopps X Melee Killing Move was just too perfect. Although being able to execute the move in a virtual environment was not particrly impressive, someone who was able to execute it so perfectly must definitely have undergone strict training to do so in reality. However, even with such a high level of skill, he had still lost to the one with the ID of "Skeleton." That individual was able to use the technique of arched firing even in such a tumultuous environment. His gun skills seemed rusty. It looked as though the arched firing was not something he practiced often. Unknowingly, after looking at the one-legged Wargod No. 1, Milo had also felt an urge to do battle. This ID was very famous in recent days, and Milo had seen his previous battle analyses. Every single one was extremely thrilling. It has to be said that Skeleton remained calm even in the most crucial moments. It did not seem like something a normal person could do. In their circle, to determine how much a soldier was worth, the first criteria was to see their ability to stay calm. Regardless of the situation, they would have to make the most urate judgments while remaining cool and collected. Only this would allow them to make correct decisions. This was also very important for the team as a whole. A game was ultimately still a game. It had preprogrammed limitations and routines. Milo had also yed CT before. She would often expose herself to different things. CT was an extremely easy game to her. Furthermore, she was facing off against Diamond ranked yers. Due Milosmitments, she did not spend much time on the game. The main reason why she was interested was because CTspany had replicated the numerous mecha from around the gxy very urately in the game. In order to take a closer look at thepany itself, she had tried CT. However, she realized that CTspanys shareholdings were extremelyplex. It was a minefield that the average person would not dare to touch and hence she stopped her research there. Furthermore, her military rank had limits as well. The way she saw it was that what Skeleton had shown in his numerous battles was only his personal skill; he had shown no teamwork at all. One persons ability was limited after all. However, she was quite interested in testing out his ability in solobat. Wang Zheng was now very attentive in school. He did not miss a single Physics nor Mecha Department ss. However, Wang Zheng still ced more focus on the Mecha Department sses. The Physics Departments curriculum was dictated by Professor Xiao Fei, but the sybus was too shallow. In Xiao Feis words, Wang Zhengs standard in physics was sufficient to allow him to conduct research independently. Furthermore, his theoretical understanding was on par with hers in some aspects. Hence, she did not watch him too closely. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu had also began to develop and show off their extraordinary talents. It was not known if their abilities had risen by another level due to being ced in a position with another genius, like Wang Zheng. Xiao Fei was also interested in nurturing these two talented individuals. After ss, Xiao Fei called Wang Zheng to her office. One could see that she was in a good mood, as her face exuded a resplendent radiance. "Wang Zheng, I have applied for a patent regarding the Spatial Movement Theory. There are manyrgepanies who are willing to invest. As the hero who inspired this theory, you will also receive a portion." Xiao Fei said. This beautiful teacher not only had a high IQ but a high EQ. If one merely focused on doing research, they would eventually be stifled to death. The schools support was plentiful, especially when it came to theter stages of developmental research which requiredrge amounts of funding. Even if one were to ask everyone they knew for donations, the amount of funding obtained would not even beparable! n Tucker was her idol. However, he had made a mistake. He had ced too much trust in the bureaucracy. Thus, when his funding was cut, his efforts all went down the drain. Xiao Fei had an extremely grand n in mind. However, she did not n to tell Wang Zheng much about it. With regards to the future realization of her theory, Wang Zheng had also felt simr confidence in it. The theory was usible. It would be an absolutely sensational achievement in the fields of science. However, the difficulty was toorge. The amount of funding required for this research would be simrly frightening. If it did not seed, it would be no different from money being squandered. "Professor, are there people who are truly interested in investing? It is quite a risky investment after all." "Currently, among the numerous influential families, OMG is one of the main ones interested. They are also giving me arge amount of privileges and power to conduct the research. The other families are more demanding with the restrictions set on me. However, earning money is not their key intention. If they are able to support me inpleting this research, that alone is worthy of consideration," Xiao Fei exined. Wang Zheng rubbed his chin. He was quite simr to Xiao Fei in the sense that he felt that this theory held a lot of promise. "Professor, I would also like to invest." Xiao Fei was shocked as she looked at Wang Zheng nkly. "Are you sure? Just kicking it off would require several hundreds of millions. In the future, this amount will only increase." Wang Zhengughed. "To be precise, it would be Yan Xiaosu and I investing." "If you are willing to participate, that would be even better. I will tell the other investors this as well. However, this decision cannot only be made by me." "Thank you." "No need to thank me; I am investing in it for the long run. Also, Lin Huiyin has already arrived. You and Ye Zisu should get ready. She will call for us shortly." At this point, Professor Xiao Fei had be a fangirl again. This change in demeanor had left Wang Zheng feeling quite shocked. She could truly transform in the blink of an eye. After leaving the office, Wang Zheng began to consider how he could use the money he possessed. Currently, the amount he possessed was not small. However, he was still greatlycking whenpared to the total amount needed. He would have to talk to Yan Xiaosu about this. After Yan Xiaosu heard Wang Zhengs opinions, he was neither shocked nor had an exaggerated look on his face. In fact, he was in deep thought. "One hundred million is not an exceptionallyrge amount. The problem is that future research will require increasing amounts of funding. If the period of time for research wasrge, this would not be a problem. The main problem is this: Boss, how confident are you?" Yan Xiaosu asked. This theory had already provoked a lot of bustling discussion. Ares College was the in the limelight. However, converting it from theory into a working technology would requirerge amounts of time. Everyone knew that research and development was a bottomless pit. Only those with extremelyrge amounts of wealth would dare to do so. Seeing that Yan Xiaosu had a lot of questions, Wang Zheng smiled. "Why dont you tell me your idea." "Boss, we also need to talk about how much is shared between us. This is very important. If it is too little, it will have no value in future and it will be extremely difficult to convince my father." "Why dont you tell me how much the equation is worth if we are able to sessfully develop it," Wang Zheng suddenly said. Yan Xiaosu was stunned for a moment. His small eyes suddenly perked up. "With the uses for this theory, even a five times return would not be considered much." Wang Zheng waved his hands. "The core equation for the theory would not be worth as much. The entire theory requires the calction to be promoted. This will be handled by Xiao Fei. Knowledge was power. Power was wealth. Wang Zheng had never thought that the things the Old Merchant would often ramble about would actually be things of value. Damned Old Merchant. This could be taken to be thepensation awarded him for running away with the house. Yan Xiaosu was extremely excited. "Boss, I will discuss this with my father!" Looking at the spirit in Yan Xiaosus eyes, Wang Zheng had knew that that fellow had found a way to convince his father. Old Yan was an extremely nice uncle. The old man treated Yan Xiaosu like a treasure. However, who would have known that sanitary napkins would be so lucrative? Even if they wanted to invest before, the scientists involved may not have wanted to take the money from Xiaosus family. A certain threshold had to be reached before investments could be epted from them. Only those of a certain social status could do so. However, if one had a rtionship with Wang Zheng, then this was an entirely different matter. Sess or failure would then depend on the heavens. Yan Xiaosu was also pretty amazed. The Boss had a heart of steel. He had managed to recover so quickly and seemed as though he had even forgotten about Aina. In truth, he also felt quite regretful. Boss was quite impressive. Aina was Ans princess after all, and they were still a perfect match. One could control a lot of things in life with their own actions. However, one could not control their birth. After meeting Yan Xiaosu, Wang Zheng went to the MMA club. Meng Tian was now the new president. Ma Xiao was going to graduate. Furthermore, with his disappointing performance in the Tri-College Competition, he had chosen to abdicate voluntarily. Meng Tian bing the new president was something set in stone. Ever since the celebratory banquet had ended, Wang Zheng had not managed to have a proper talk with Meng Tian. The members in the MMA club had increasedpared to before. The people training had also be more diligent. The Tri-College Competition had provoked and motivated the students. Zhang Shan was now the vice president. That brat was truly quite enthusiastic. He definitely harbored external motives. However, Meng Tian remained as cold as before. In fact, there were very few things that could attract her attention. When she saw Wang Zheng stop by, she motioned for her assistant to go train on her own. "Wang Zheng, you have been quitezy recently. Could it be that after that small performance, you feel that you can ck off?" Student Meng Tian said very directly, herrge eyes watching Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng rubbed his nose in embarrassment. He had been unconscious for three days after all! "Some small things happened and I have just finished settling them." "I know, Wang Shishi has transferred schools. Even though thats the case, your destiny is your own. Dont waste your heaven-given gifts!" Finishing which, the beautiful president turned around and walked away, leaving Wang Zheng stunned. Hising days would be difficult. Why was everyone taking turns to hit him? However, he knew that the other party was trying to console him. It was just that her method was slightly more crude. After shrugging his shoulders, Wang Zheng changed his clothes and started to train. After 10 repetitions with a barbell, someone appeared beside him. Zhang Shan was squatting right next to him. "Training alone is quite meaningless. Why dont we have apetition?" Wang Zheng smiled. "Sure. How would you like topete?" "It should be a simple one. How about a pushuppetition?" "Sure." Once people heard of thepetition, they immediately stopped their training to look. The two of them were extremely influential people in the college, especially Wang Zheng; he was an extremely mysterious individual. He did not like to participate in collective activities. Meng Tian and Zhang Shan, on the other hand, had already be familiar faces in the crowd. "糤,Ǽ."ɽ˵,˵ѵ,¶˱ըԵļ."President, could you please help us count?" Zhang Shan said. Following which he took his shirt off, exposing the rippling muscles beneath it. Ever since Zhang Shan had started to whole heartedly train, his entire body had be more and more frightening. His bodys potential was also being stimted at an astonishing rate. Zhang Shan possessed a superior body with an even higher intellect. Hence, he always ensured that his training was optimal. He would not train mindlessly and hence the results would be even greater. Chapter 84: For Aslan Chapter 84: For An Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The students were all lost in chatter. Zhang Shan had a pretty great figure, and his presence attracted quite a few girls. Good looks, tall and bulky, one of the top students in Physics, hailing from a family of prestigious Scientists. He was a man of ss no matter how you looked at him. Once noticed by girls, hed have plenty of suitorsing after him. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan adjusted their breathing. Wang Zheng enjoyed challenges too. In reality, Zhang Shan was not suited for push-ups. He had arger build, making it more of a burden for him. But Zhang Shan was not willing topete in terms of strength. There was no fun in taking advantage of others. Very soon, a hundred pushups had passed. The two of them still shared the same pace and maintained a consistent breathing rhythm. Zhang Shan nced at Wang Zheng. Thisd had pretty good stamina. "Lets do something challenging." Zhang Shan said, as he pushed himself up. "One handed?" "Thats right!" Zhang Shan switched to one handed pushups. Wang Zheng quickly followed suit. The level of difficulty of using one hand to do pushups instantly increased. They kept their pace and did another hundred. Even in the present world of enhanced physical qualities and eugenics, their performance was fantastic. Especially considering the fact that they were still students. Meng Tian watched them in silence. Zhang Shan was trying his best to control his breathing, but it was obvious that he was having a harder time. Meanwhile, Wang Zhengs breathing was still consistent and extremely deep. In the blink of an eye, theyd done 200 pushups. Both had swapped to the other hand in between, and apuse ruptured around them. These two were insane! When they crossed the three-hundred mark of single-handed push-ups, Zhang Shans breathing was evidently heavier. His naked torso was full of perspiration, making him stand out even more. 400. Zhang Shans breathing was starting to be messy, but he persevered through it. Damn. Thisd seemed scrawny; how was he so strong? The apuse and cheers continued. At 490, Zhang Shan could not hold on any longer. He wobbled and copsed t on the ground. He turned over, stared into the ceiling, and panted heavily. The floor was soaked wet. Wang Zhang stood up, stretched out his arm to help Zhang Shan up. Zhang Shan waved him off. "You freak... let me catch my breath." Wang Zhengs face was flushed. He was perspiring too, but he was steady. Meng Tian did not find it surprising. She had seen him train. This man could do pushups with one finger. Ye Zisu once said that ever since high school, he trained regardless if it was rain or shine, every single day. His determination was shocking. Ye Zisu was attracted by his quality of seriousness and could not help but fall for him. "Zhang Shan, Ive told you youre not his match. With his strength and stamina, hed be one of the top few even in the military." Meng Tian smiled. The team members standing around were stunned. Some of the men came for Meng Tian. Admiring pretty girls while training was also a pleasurable experience. "I have to battle even if I do know the result! How can I give up? Im a man!" Zhang Shan argued. Wang Zheng pulled Zhang Shan up on his feet. "Youre wee to challenge me any time." Zhang Shan was indeed physically fit. He had just burned a great deal of energy, but it only took him five minutes to recover. Wang Zheng trained for another hour before leaving. When there were many people around, Wang Zheng would mainly do recovery training. When he trained to a certain extent, he would be able to feel each of his cells being stimted by the activities. He would feel them giving out energy. He was not sure if it was just an illusion, but ever since the Rubiks Cube had appeared, he no longer cared about such things and trusted what he felt. Watching him, Zhang Shans jaw dropped. Damn, what a living freak! Just how did he train? No wonder Meng Tian saw him in a different light. Zhang Shan was a straightforward person. He confessed his feelings for Meng Tian straight to her face. Meng Tian was even more straightforward with him. She had told him that she would consider his proposition only if he could beat Wang Zheng. So Zhang Shan lost in a straightforward manner. But he felt good even though hed lost. Zhang Shan was a stubborn man. Now that he had a goal to work towards, he felt more motivated than ever. In the chairmans office, Zhang Shan was admiring the set-up. The design was meticulous, as though done by a girl. Zhang Shan was actually a meticulous person. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, was gulping down mouthfuls of water. "IG is about to begin. Ares College, due to being the winner of this Exchange, can send four representatives. Masasi has left, so the three of us must attend," Meng Tian said. IG? Zhang Shan and Wang Zheng looked at each other. "Whats that?" Meng Tian started. These two... Theyre pretty professional in the work they do, and are not at all slipshod when theyre out . But as mech lovers, how could they not know about IG? "IG is the entrancepetition for the Milky Way Gctic Military School. It takes ces once every two years. Earth belongs to the Sr System jurisdiction, but in recent decades, barely anyone from Earth was chosen. Their performances were average as well." "Well then, wouldnt that make it an elitespetition?" Zhang Shan asked, showing great interest. "Exactly. If given the opportunity to represent the Sr System, youd be able to see, with your own eyes the strongest yers from the different countries in the Gxy. This yearspetition will be held in An, so its even morepetitive than before," Meng Tian exined. The word "An" struck Wang Zheng deeply. "When will it begin?" "Soon. Theyll announce a specific date. The preliminaries will be held on the Moon. Theres only a limited number of spots every year. Earth gets a ce once in a while, but its mainly monopolised by the Moon and Mars," she replied. "Tsk. Seems like the standards of the Moon and Mars are pretty average. They never do well. Might as well let us do it!" Zhang Shanughed. Indeed, although studying physics was much more meaningful, at the thought of a showdown with greater opponents, he lit up with vigor. Meng Tian shook her head. "There was a breakthrough in progressst season. A historic achievement of getting into the top 20." Zhang Shan almost spat. "THAT is a historic breakthrough?" "That is considered quite a feat. We were usually ced in the hundreds." "Ha, with us this time, we can definitely make it into Top 10!" Zhang Shan said gleefully. Meng Tian shrugged. That was blind optimism. "Do you make it into thepetition once selected by the Sr System?" Wang Zheng asked. Meng Tianughed. "Of course not! Youve got to make it through the disqualifying rounds of therger districts. There, youll meet opponents who surprise you and assessment criteria that youd never have imagined. Its said that the officers whoe up with the tests have a thing for torturing future elites. They also have intentions ofpeting to see who can be the most vicious. Itd be embarrassing if they werent difficult." "You MUST let me know when registrations start," Wang Zheng said. He had to grab hold of this opportunity. "Dont worry, we wont forget you." Meng Tian nodded. "Zhang Shan, you get ready too. The school did not expect us to perform so well this time. Thats why Ive applied for mech training. Teacher Zhuo Mu will continue to be in charge of us. Even though the conditions are limited, itd still be good to familiarise ourselves with mecha." "Damn! This is so great!" "Dont get too excited just yet. Were bound by the conditions, so the mecha well be using are not as good. Its possible that therell be high ss mecha in the matches, so I suggest we strengthen our operation skills, and at the same time go to CT and get to know the functions of the various mecha," Meng Tian said. Zhang Shan was stumped. "Thatd work?" "Simtion mode is rather great." "Simtion mode? Theres such a thing? Howe Ive never heard of it?" "Not in the Sr System. But that doesnt mean it not avable elsewhere. You just have to apply to enter." Cross System battle? "Does that mean we can torture the newbies from elsewhere?" Zhang Shan gleamed. "Ha ha. Thatll depend on your abilities. Itd be great if you dont get tortured. Even if you perform excellently here, youll still have a hard time during thepetition." Meng Tian looked at Wang Zheng. He was calm. Wang Zheng was currentlying up with ways to get away from the mission of hosting Lin Huiyin. He was truly uninterested in wasting time with a celebrity. It was easy to think of ways to escape, but it was extremely difficult to turn it down in reality. Xiao Fei killed his hopes at once. Such a publicity opportunity was hard toe by. Moreover, Lin Huiyin had specifically chosen him. Regardless, the Space Time Warp Theory made him famous, and he was considered a representative of the college now. Wang Zheng was good for many things, but he in disliked being in the limelight. How could a young man act like an old man? One had to make every moment in life count. They would have to give a go at everything. Meng Tian and Zhang Shan gaped at Wang Zheng, as if he was a freak. "Why are you looking at me like that?" "Sigh. Youre passing up such a rare opportunity? God. I really have no idea what goes through your mind!" Zhang Shan was speechless. No sane man would miss out on an opportunity to get up close with Lin Huiyin. But Meng Tian admired Wang Zhengs way of doing things. "Im just worried about the hassle. But it seems like theres no way out. I hope she is not hard to please." Zhang Shan shrugged helplessly. "You... you really think of yourself as a treasure, dont you? Shes justing here out of courtesy!" "Haha, Im really worried shell fall in love with me!" Even Meng Tian couldnt help but roll her eyes. Wang Zhang burst outughing, too. Lin Huiyin was staying at the Grand Shangri-La Hotel. Undoubtedly, An had shares in this top-notch chain hotel. Everything was pretty great. Huiyin was even more pompous than Aina. Princesses ought not to be too extravagant, but Huiyin was in the showbiz after all. Everything had to be of a certain standard, and naturally she had underlings to deal with these things. And in reality, her actual identity indeed needed strict protection. The concert matters were in full preparation. As for program rehearsals, Huiyin was already very familiar with them. She only had to run through them once more a day before and would be good to go. Her early arrival naturally meant that there was something important to be done. "Ang, how is the arrangement with Ares Collegeing along?" Lin Huiyin could not wait. Just who on Earth made her cousin, whose eyes grew on the crown of her head, be unable to forget? She had given up on so many dreams toe to Earth, only to be dragged back again. "Yes, your Highness, it is their honor to meet you. Principal Gu Te would like to pay you a visit." Angeli nodded in reply. Lin Huiyins true identity was not a secret to those in the core circle, and they all understood that. "Kindly reject them on my behalf. Im just a singer. Also, arrange for the two toe and see me tomorrow." Lin Huiyin turned around gracefully. Whoever Aina was interested in, she was interested too. Chapter 85: Huiyin is a Naughty Loli Chapter 85: Huiyin is a Naughty Loli Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the enormous meeting room, Wang Zheng couldnt help butugh at seeing how Ye Zisu was so unsettled. "Just look at your evilugh. Have you got some brilliant idea brewing?" Wang Zheng waved innocently. "No, its just that Ive never seen you this nervous. Is there a need for such a strong reaction?" "I love Huiyins Angelic voice! Its easier to fall asleep listening to her songs." "To me, only that song Not Afraid has some style. The rest are like lubies. That little girls ability is limited." Wang Zhengughed. Hed heard quite a few of Lin Huiyins songs. Her voice was indeed very captivating, but it was not something hed listen to over and over again. There were no stories to them. "Careful! Her fans will skin you alive!" "Whoa, that cruel?" Wang Zheng looked at her with pitiful eyes. "Not necessarily that cruel. But talking ill behind someone elses back, that, Ill remember." A crisp and clear voice rang from the entrance. Student Wang froze. A cheeky girl appeared at the door. In casual wear, with long, wavy blonde hair, she looked like an adorable, exquisite doll. Wang Zheng had never seen such supple skin before. She had an air of freshness in the way she looked. Her big, clear eyes, blinked at him adorably. No one could possibly dislike her. Ang frowned. How did he dare to say something like that? If they were somece else, shed give him a good lecture. How did he dare to speak ill of Lin Huiyin? Wang Zheng couldnt care less. Hed hoped Lin Huiyin would chase him off. But what a pity, that girl didnt pick on that matter. "Miss Lin, may I know what youre interested in? Well take you anywhere you want to go." She was so much better looking in person than on TV! She was absolutely adorable, and Zisu wanted to give her a big hug. Lin Huiyin shed a sweet smile. "Sister Zisu, just calling me Huiyin will do. Im interested in everything you do. What you normally do, Ill have a go!" Sister Zisu... Ye Zisus heart melted. She grabbed Lin Huiyin by the hand and started chatting with her non-stop. Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. Sigh. He had always had the impression that Ye Zisu was rational and calm. To think she was so easily confounded! Just addressing her as "sister" had won her overpletely. The female escort looked at him with hostility. Wang Zheng did not join them. He waited quietly. He had nothing to do with their girl talk. However, remembering the threats from the beasts in his suite, he could only press on. The two girls giggled as they chattered away, ncing at Wang Zheng asionally. He was not too sure what Ye Zisu had said, but it made Lin Huiyin giggle non-stop. Both men and women could not resist the powers of an adorable little girl, let alone the fact that Lin Huiyin was Ye Zisus idol. Wang Zheng could only imagine himself being sold outpletely within the short moment. "Ang, Im heading out with Sister Zisu for a moment. Do not follow us." "Miss, your safety is my responsibility," Ang replied, eyeing Wang Zheng as though he was an enemy. Seemed like this woman bore grudges. Wang Zheng was being targeted for nothing. "Dont worry, I came prepared." She tied her hair up and put on a huge pair of shades that covered half her face. Topped with a cap, nobody could recognize her now. Ang shook her head insistently. "I will follow you from afar." Lin Huiyin could only agree. The three of them snuck out from the back door. There was arge group of journalists waiting out in the front. Lin Huiyin was ted to be out. She could finally rx on Earth despite her fame. This was unlike in An, where people stared at her wherever she went. It was hard for her to even have a whiff of fresh air. "Wang Zheng, are my songs horrible?" Lin Huiyin asked, her tone all serious. Wang Zheng was taken by surprise. A cute little girl, yet so serious. "Its not that theyre not nice, but I personally prefer songs with a story. Like Not Afraid! That songs pretty good." Wang Zheng had blurted the words out before Ye Zisu could stop him. He wasnt afraid of offending her, anyway. Itd be even better if she asked him to leave. "Huiyin, dont listen to him. Wang Zheng has no musical talent. He s just a war-loving barbarian. What are you interested in seeing?" "Plenty! I want to know what college students y on Earth. I heard you like to y basketball, and baseball too?" Lin Huiyin asked curiously. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu nced at each other. What does that mean? They enjoy ying it too? These sports originated on Earth. "Can I take a look?" "Of course!" Ye Zisu naturally agreed to all her requests. Moreover, Huiyin was just like an adorable little sister no matter how you looked at her. She was way more pleasant than those arrogant celebrities. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu did not bring Huiyin to their own school. It was too obvious. Not far from Ares was Beijing University, one of the best universities on Earth. Not a military school, of course. In terms of size, Beijing University was five times that of Ares College. Ye Zisu knew that ce well, apparently having been there often. Wang Zheng was breaking out in perspiration. He didnt even know of the ce. To think he was from Beijing! The three of them did not take a cab, they took the citys rail. Huiyin had earnestly requested to do that so that someone could not even dream of tagging along. Wang Zheng never wouldve thought that Ye Zisus Skylink was installed with a transport card. Given her background, he thought shed never use the rail transport. Wang Zheng stared at her. Ye Zisu grinned. "Why, cant I take the rail transport?" Student Wang was embarrassed. "Nothing. I just thought youd never take it" "You must be talking about Yue Jing. Really getting to know somebody isnt just from the way they look!" Ye Zisu said, seemingly implying something else. Suddenly, Lin Huiyin grabbed Ye Zisus arm. "Sister Zisu, that tall building looks so cool! Does it produce mecha?" A huge OMG was written on the top of the building. Ye Zisu smiled. "Yes, my dear. Are you interested in mecha too?" "Not in the past. I recently saw a video of a weird Skeleton fighting. It seemed fun," Huiyin replied. Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. What weird Skeleton? There was no one else quite as serious as he was. "The Skeleton is a popr character on Earth. Many people watch his battles live. Its said theres close to 2 million VIPs now. " Ye Zisu liked it very much too. The girls in her dorm would fight to watch almost every single match. Furthermore, her family even produced and repaired mecha! Lin Huiyin looked at Wang Zheng, half smiling. Student Wang felt cold air blow against his neck. This girl had a weird look. Beijing University Station. It was said that the gate of the school was carefully designed and built. Beijing Universitys main entrance could definitely be described as tall, generous, and ssy. Having undergone numerous maintenance works, it was a symbol of the University. Foreigners were bound to be astounded by it. The school was getting crowded. Plus, an integrated university like this one had a poption made up of 70% girls. Its said that the ratio of beautiful girls was greater here, too. Quoting the words from a senior at Ares, "attend Ares, flirt at Beijing." The girls at Beijing had a thing or two for the boys from Ares. The two colleges had a long andplex history. It was said that a Beauty Protection Movement was once started by Beijing University, and they demonstrated in Ares, protesting Ares immoral act of cross-territory flirting. Of course, it was hardly of any use. " I almost came to school here," Ye Zisu said. Personally, Ye Zisu should have been more inclined to attend Beijing University and not Ares College, where warfare and military matters filled even the air. Plus, considering the aspect of running a business, Beijing would have been a more suitable option for her. "Why? Did you go to Ares because of a boy you liked, Sister Zisu?" Lin Huiyin asked out of the blue. Ye Zisu blushed. Her secrets were exposed. "Nah, I just like mecha." Lin Huiyin was a couple of years younger than the two and half a head shorter. The trio looked more like elder siblings bringing their little Sister on a tour of the University. Along the way, Ye Zisu made quite a few heads turn. Even in Beijing, where there were plenty of pretty girls, Ye Zisu was still an exceptional beauty. Moreover, she had put in extra effort in her appearance. She had to be appropriately dressed for her meeting with Lin Huiyin. In Ares College, there were plenty of training grounds. In Beijing University, however, the ambient was much more youthful and campus-like. People came and went in pairs. It was the season of love. The school alleys filled with cultural significance were something Ares could never match up to. The campus was great, apart from the extravagant main gate. On the tracks, a number of male students were sweating themselves out. The females watched and cheered them on. At the baseball auto-feeder, there were both males and females striking at the balls. A suaved had just hit a homerun. Waves of screams ensued. Thed waved, and the screams became even more high pitched. When he nced over and caught sight of them, he walked over immediately. Wang Zheng smiled bitterly. Fancy bumping into someone they knew here. Zhao Lingfeng, Mr. Popr from Dawn Middle School. Back in Dawn, Zhao Lingfeng was even more well-known and popr than Wang Zheng was at Ares now. Yan Xiaosu had told Wang Zheng more than once how great itd be if he could be Zhao Lingfeng. 1.89m. 80kg. All-rounded. Excellent grades. Got into Beijing University as the top student of Beijings non-military course. High in IQ and EQ. Judging from the current situation, having made it to Beijing, where there were crouching tigers and hiding dragons, Zhao Lingfeng was still receiving a lot of attention. "Zisu! Long time no see! Did you finally remember your old friend?" Zhao Lingfeng smiled, his neat, white teeth gleaming. Yan Xiaosu would even dream of plucking a few of his teeth out. Sigh. Please forgive Student Yan for his evil thoughts. Ye Zisu didnt expect to see him there either. "Lingfeng, youre still as morous as ever. Seems like youve bewitched quite a number of girls here at Beijing University!" Zhao Lingfeng grinned. "Theyre nowherepared to you. This is....?" Zhao Lingfeng looked nkly at Wang Zheng. "Arent you ssmates?" Lin Huiyin suddenly spoke. Only then did Zhao Lingfeng notice Lin Huiyin. The girls cap was worn low and only half of her face could be seen, but she looked rather cute. "Wang Zheng. Not in my ss, but in my cohort. He and I are both at Ares College." Ye Zisu nced at Wang Zheng. He was hardly any different from an invisible man back in middle school. Chapter 86: Professional players? Chapter 86: Professional yers? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Wang.... Zheng, I remember you. Seems like you made it into Ares College." Zhao Lingfeng eximed. "Just a stroke of luck." Wang Zheng was too embarrassed to say anything more. No one knew his family background, and Zhao Lingfeng was considerate enough not to expose his family matters in front of his ssmates. "Lingfeng, who are these people?" A slender, tall girl with a pony tail donning sports attire walked toward them. It wasnt exaggeration when they said Beijing University was a lovers paradise. Student Wang nced at her a few more times. Perhaps it was the workout that made her face turn a reddish glow which exuded a feeling of fitness. "Qingqing, let me introduce you to Ye Zisu, belle of Dawn Middle School, now part of Ares Colleges Mecha Department. And Wang Zheng is also Ares Colleges..... Wang Zheng whats is your specialization right now?" Halfway through his speech, Zhao Lingfeng realised he didnt really know Wang Zheng. "Wang Zheng, I am from the Physics Department. Just an ordinary student." "Hi, I am Liu Qing. I am currently chasing Lingfeng, nice to meet all of you." Liu Qing heartily offered her hand. "And who might this lovely little girl be?" Zhao Lingfeng stood to one side. A sense of pride could be naturally sensed from him. It was needless to say how attractive he was to girls. No matter where he went, pretty girls would flock around him. He didnt talk about Wang Zheng because he was toozy to even discuss him, not because he acknowledged his presence. To a certain extent, Wang Zheng was not on his level, and belittling Wang Zheng would only lower his status. "My name is Xiao Yin and Im Wang Zhengs distant cousin." She stepped back and held onto Wang Zhengs arm, which made him unable to move. Ye Zisu nced and was mildly surprised. As a real fan of Lin Huiyin, Ye Zisu knew Lin Huiyin didnt like to touch strangers, especially people of the opposite sex. Yet it seemed too natural and casual for Lin Huiyin. "Hehe, Zisu, it has been a long time since west met. Lets have a meal together and have a good chat. I am Dawns alumni president. It has been a while since we met, and it would be nice to have a ss gathering." Zhao Lingfeng stared gleamingly at Ye Zisu. Individuals who had stepped foot into a university were more or less equivalent to entering the true echelons of society. Ye Zisus identity and appearance had aroused the attention of numerous aplished males to crave and to conquer her. Meanwhile, Liu Qing was pondering in deep thought, "Hey, I think I have heard of this friend of yours from somewhere..." Zhao Lingfeng peeked unnaturally at Liu Qing. With his looks, girls would only swarm over him, but instead Liu Qing had only been staring at Wang Zheng for a long while. "When Wang Zheng was young and impulsive, he did a lot of shocking things at Dawn and has even been on Beijings newspaper. You have probably seen him there, which is why he seems familiar." Zhao Lingfeng said, as he looked at Liu Qing. On one hand, she was indeed attractive, and on the other hand, she could be used to improve his charm. If he was able to steal her heart, he would be able to attract more girls. Ye Zisu frowned slightly, "Lingfeng, dont talk about the past." Zhao Lingfeng shrugged and was confused. Why would Ye Zisu get mixed up with that bunch of unsavory people? Liu Qing had definitely seen Wang Zhengs name somewhere recently, but she couldnt recall where she had seen it. At one side, there was someone who hit a good shot, and thereupon Lin Huiyin pped. "Cousin, I want to watch you y a game of baseball." Wang Zheng sweated because he and Yan Xiaosu often avoided this kind of stuff. "I dont know, I have never yed baseball before." "Wang Zheng, its not me whos trying to bring you down. But as graduates of Dawn and since you entered Ares College, we should not bring shame to Dawn. Let me give a demonstration instead." He grabbed the baseball bat, walked to the striking point, and proimed, "Your posture has to be like this, pay attention to your arms and wrists, turn your anger into power, and focus your attention on the iing ball." Zhao Lingfeng made a few deliberate movements which were the most standard ones in the field. Zhao Lingfeng was known to be a sports tyrant in school because his genes were above average and he learned exceptionally fast. Not to mention he did all kinds of sports in his leisure time. As Yan Xiaosu once said, this guy was born to be a disaster. The baseball bat swung forward. Zhao Lingfeng elegantly struck the ball and knocked it flying miles away at the right angle - a beautiful shot. Whereupon huge apuse urred and he made it seem like it was nothing special. "Wang Zheng, it is your turn." Zhao Lingfeng handed him the baseball bat. Wang Zheng waved his hand, "Im here to apany you, Im not going to y." "Cousin, you will not be able to chase a girl like this. I will support you,e on!" Lin Huiyin was clearly more determined than Wang Zheng, and she gently pushed Wang Zheng. Unfortunately, he could only ept his fate and lightly picked up the baseball bat. Zhao Lingfeng stood to one side and grinned modestly as he waited for Wang Zheng to make a fool of himself. Wang Zheng had always felt that baseball was an overly easy sport. Although Lingfeng had hit the ball with his strongest strike, it looked like an amateurs move to Wang Zheng. He feltzy to participate, and he even felt that a haphazard strike on the ball from him would win cheers from the crowd. Wang Zheng held onto the baseball bat and spontaneously reenacted the striking pose almost instinctively. Liu Qing, on the sideline, was shocked and even proimed that Wang Zheng was pretty good. Peng.... A high speed ball instantly flew out from the automatic baseball pitching machine. To ordinary peoples eyes, it happened in a sh, but in the eyes of Wang Zheng, it was as though the ball was flying in slow motion. Boom.... There was a loud sound like an explosion, and thereupon, the ball flew up toward the skies, far beyond the sight of any human being. Wang Zhengs heart skipped a beat. Grannys leg! It seemed like he had used the wrong amount of strength. His mentality wasnt quite right yet; it was as though he was unting his strength when he struck the ball. Students cheered vehemently, "Damn, this is the first time Ive seen such a ferocious strike!" "This guy must be a professional yer!" "Out of 10 people whoe to visit, there are 8 or 9 who onlye to our school to flirt!" "Girl, this is infuriating!" Zhao Lingfeng was a little embarrassed, "Hehe, Wang Zhengs luck is not bad." "Not bad, I guess. Just like I said, it was probably beginners luck. It has to be like this." "Since luck is on your side today, why not y two more rounds and bring further glory to Dawn?" Zhao Lingfengughed. Wang Zheng didnt want to pick a fight with a nobody. However, Zhao Lingfeng didnt know when to stop provoking him. Wang Zheng thought that Lingfeng was here to pick a fight because he had nothing better to do. "Sure, a rare opportunity." Followed by three consecutive shots, Wang Zheng was no longer modest in using brute force to strike ball after ball, producing tremendous striking sounds which caused the field to be silent. "Damn, he is definitely from a professional team!" Ye Zisu and Lin Huiyin were not stingy with their apuse. To Wang Zheng, unless it was an extremelyplicated sport, sports like baseball would not pose a problem to him. Baseball only required hand eye coordination, so it was simply too easy for him. Zhao Lingfeng felt ashamed and finally stopped pestering Wang Zheng. "Sister Zisu, lets go to the next ce." Lin Huiying arrived as a guest, so naturally Wang Zheng and Zisu weed any of her requests. "Zisu lets gather during lunch break to discuss the ss gathering." Zhao Lingfeng still did not want to let go of this opportunity. "Well talk next time. Wang Zheng and I have something else to do, so we shall go first," Ye Zisu said. On the way there, Lin Huiyin was ted and yfully punched Ye Zisu and whispered into her ears, "Sister Zisu, I think you and Brother Wang Zheng are verypatible. Do you need my help to bring the both of you together?" Ye Zisu turned red instantly, "We are friends, and we are not in the kind of rtionship you thought us to be." "Is it? Back in my hometown, girls pursuing happiness need to be brave, and if you miss the opportunity, it will never present itself again." Lin Huiyin spoke like a young adult. Under Lin Huiyins persuasion, they were on their way to the theme park. Indeed, girls her age would most likely love to visit the theme park. But it seemed like she was deliberately setting up an opportunity for Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu to be together. In the near distance, hiding perfectly under the shadow of the trees, An Jili was confused that her highness was actually interested in this extremely childish theme park. Lin Huiyin was too timid to ride the roller coaster, but she insisted for Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu to ride for her to see. Lin Huiyin stood below with her eyes wide open. Although Wang Zheng was deemed to be "superb" by most people, he was not suitable for her cousin. Wang Zheng and Aina were both burdens to each other in their rtionships. She knew her cousins personality very well. Aina might appear to be mature, but she was actually quite stubborn. But if Wang Zheng had a girlfriend, perhaps she would let him go. "Oh, these few adults always make me worried." Lin Huiyin shook her head helplessly. Though Ye Zisu was from a military school, she was still intimidated by the high speed roller coaster. Girls would definitely try to be more delicate, especially in these situations. Wang Zheng was tortured by Lin Huiyins roller coaster idea. He was dizzy by the tossing and turning of the roller coaster, but once he saw Ye Zisu so contented, it was all worth it. Since Ye Zisu had helped him several times and Wang Zheng had yet to show any sign of appreciation, he felt better if he could draw a smile from Ye Zisu from time to time. When Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu finished the ride, they came down to find Lin Huiyin missing. She was reced by a solemn woman. "Nice to meet you two. Miss Lin is on her way back to attend to urgent tasks. To thank the both of you, she booked Xiang Fei Bin for dinner this evening. Once again, thanks for the hospitality, and in addition, heres a small gift." She took out a rigid gift box after she spoke. Judging by its size, it should have been an album. Retro albums had transformed into an appreciative art. It was the same reason as to why mechanical watches were so popr. Rumors had it that the nobility in the upper ss society still did not appreciate new technologies like the Skylink. The lengthened Lincoln electro-maic car had been waiting at the entrance of the theme park, and after Lin Huiyin got on, they would arrive at their destination in no time. Xiang Fei Bin was one of the most famous restaurants in Beijing. The dinner was required to be scheduled one month in advance because it had five Michelin Stars. Even senior VIPs were also required to schedule one week prior to the dinner date. Since Wang student had been tortured by Lin Huiyin for the whole day, he had to eat to his hearts content. But he didnt expect it to be such a high-ss restaurant. "Wang Zheng, Ye Zisu, Miss Lin has arranged everything. Please enjoy your dinner." The VIP area was situated at Beijing world trade centers 88th floor with 360 degree rounded corners and a majestic view of the scenery. Of course, the most important aspect was the food, and no glutton would be able to refuse this ce. Ye Zisu was grateful for Lin Huiyins arrangement that allowed her to dine here several times. But it all seemed too good to be true. If there was something to eat, Wang Zheng wouldnt be courteous about it. The food here was good, and the amount of food Lin Huiyin ordered had caused Wang Zhengs appetite to increase proportionately. Moreover, everyone who hade would never reject the food but focus on chewing instead. Ye Zisu was not arge eater, hence she spent most of her time watching Wang Zheng eat. Wang Zhengs surroundings were filled with elegant women and men who had nothing to say to him. With beautiful women at his sides and a ssy atmosphere, he munched down his food a little too fiercely. "I really envy your appetite." Ye Zisuughed. "Are you going for Dawns ss gathering? Knowing more friends will help you in the long run." Wang Zheng waved his hand. "Forget it, thats the elite ssmates gathering, and it has nothing to do with me. Zhao Lingfeng was being polite and invited you. I dont want to be thick-skinned and barge in to create more trouble." Ye Zisu sighed. "I know you look down on us." Wang Zheng was surprised. "What do you mean? Im envious of you." Chapter 87: Ten Thousand Chilled Arctic Water Chapter 87: Ten Thousand Chilled Arctic Water Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "If you are not considered an elite, then what are we? You are one of the founding fathers of the Space Time Discement Theory, and your impable operating of mecha will certainly put you in the running to be selected for this years IGs trial. Look around the Earth, you cannot be regarded as a nobody," Ye Zisuined. She was not concerned about Wang Zhengs potential, it was his attitude that she was annoyed with. At the very least, she felt that she would have been regarded as Wang Zhengs friend. Although Wang Zhengs EQ was rtively low, he realized he was wrong and scratched his head. "Zisu, Im sorry. I thought I was calm, but in fact I was a little irritated. I apologize and I acknowledge that you are my friend." The moment she saw Wang Zheng acting so solemnly, sheughed. From the beginning, she already knew Wang Zheng had already epted her as a friend. "To be honest, I sincerely hope that you will attend the ss gathering to stop their arrogant behavior. I heard that in these few months, Zhao Lingfeng has been doing well in the University of Beijing. His family business has opened up in the Mars market, and the profits are abundant. Hes definitely going to show off his achievements. Though it seems a little tacky, its his way of life." Wang Zheng cut a huge piece of Wagyu beef and stuffed it into his mouth. He remembered that Yan Xiaosu once exined how natural Wagyu beef was made. It was grown in Moriati Space City. Not only did the cattle eat sumptuous meals everyday, they also drank beer regrly and had professionals massage them. A small piece would cost a thousand dors, and one could imagine how much it would cost for that piece of Wagyu beef that Wang Zheng had cut. The texture and taste of the Wagyu beef were surely satisfying. "I feel that the lifestyle isnt that bad. Everyone has their own way of life, and if you feel that there is a need, I can apany you to the ss gathering. Anyhow, we are the representatives for Ares College, and yes, dont forget to call Yan Xiaosu." "Of course, you two brothers have always been inseparable. Im really envious," Ye Zisu said sincerely. She met a lot of so-called best friends, but there was never a pair that couldpare to Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. People would only reveal their true feelings when in distress. "Lin Huiyin was very kind and polite to invite us to this luxurious meal even though we did nothing. Hopefully it will happen a few more times." Ye Zisu couldnt stop smiling, because she liked Lin Huiyin. It was only then that she realized she did not have many opportunities to be with Wang Zheng. Throughout the whole trip, she could only recall what happened between her and Wang Zheng and had almost forgotten that Lin Huiyin was in the picture. Ye Zisu was embarrassed thinking about all these things. She reproached herself for being infatuated with Wang Zheng again. Wang Zheng drank and ate ferociously while Ye Zisu helped him to pour the drinks. Somehow, she enjoyed looking at Wang Zheng munching away. "The in water is not bad." Wang Zheng drank the whole cup in one go. The waiter passed by and almost fell down. "Sir, please do not insult us. This is Ten Thousand Chilled Arctic Water boiled to the temperature of 99 degrees. It has the best taste and texturepared to any water in the gxy!" The waiter was already dissatisfied at Wang Zhengs eating habits. Furthermore, this pauper presence was causing the restaurants reputation and standards to drop! Wang Zheng was stunned, "Wow, so this is the legendary drink which can increase a persons longevity and even increase ones vitality?" To be brutally honest, it was just like any other in water, at most water taken from the arctic. The waiters face was scrunched up, and just as he was about to say something, Ye Zisu couldnt hold back any more. "Mind your words. Although my friend has a good temper, that does not give you the right to be rude. It seems like this restaurants standards are dropping drastically." The waiter looked dismayed and remembered that this area was the level A cabin. He apologized profusely with his lowered head and slipped away quietly. "Hehe, Zisu you are pretty amazing sometimes." Ye Zisu irked, "You just realised? Actually, Im a wolf in sheeps clothing." Wang Zhengughed boisterously. "Such an adorable wolf, I would like to own one." Wang Zheng said casually, and Ye Zisu was piqued by it. Student Wang atefortably, while Ye Zisu was happy. She was more grateful to Lin Huiyin than ever before. They opened Lin Huiyins gift, which contained a signed album, a few posters, and two front row tickets for the concert, obviously prepared for the two them. Lin Huiying was too thoughtful when it came to Ye Zisu and Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu looked at each other with mild bewilderment because Lin Huiyins gifts were just too extravagant. "Perhaps it not much to her, or maybe the people of An are just polite." Ye Zisu giggled. After hearing about Aneans, Wang Zheng went into deep thought. Although he was back to normal in just a few moments, he quickly finished everything that Lin Huiyin had ordered. After their dinner, Ye Zisu invited Wang Zheng to take a walk. Wang student was a geek who only knew how to train, so he was not familiar with the region, except for the area in the schools vicinity. Truthfully, Beijing was really pretty with numerous sights. The two of them chatted while they walked. It was the first time they had a pleasant chat about their secondary school stories. "Are you kidding? So you had been stalking me?" Wang Zheng ridiculed. Ye Zisu gently hammered Wang Zheng. "What do you mean stalking? I merely thought you were fun to watch. Dont you know you were different from the rest of them? You often dozed off in ss and you only barely passed every test." Wang Zheng scratched his head. Ugh, he was forced by the old man, and his actions must have been premeditated. Perhaps he owed someone arge sum of money? "Well, you got me. Seems like you know too much." Ye Zisu gently bit her lips and asked, "What do you want to do with it?" Wang Zhengughed and was ready to ridicule her, but suddenly, in the alley, six men appeared. "Gee, I dont know what he wants, but we brothers want to have a good conversation with you about life." "Boss, remember to tell her about your ambitions too. I heard that girls from university like to talk about that as well." "Stupid, of course I know. Once we are in bed, Ill slowly teach her!" "Big brother, look at this girls walking posture, shes probably still a child. Big brother is in luck." "Hehe, if I see blood, everyone will be rewarded." Ye Zisu was apprehensive because these guys had tattoos all over their bodies and smoked cigarettes. Additionally, knives were in their hands. After all, Ye Zisu was from a military school, so she wasnt scared and even took a fighting stance. "Yo, this pretty chick knows martial arts. If we like your performance, we will serve you until you are satisfied. Come, and move the eyesore aside." Five bald hooligans swarmed toward Wang Zheng. In that instant, Wang Zheng knew that he had no choice but to take them out. He tried his best not to kill them. It took a total of five seemingly light and fluttering hits to send five men rolling on the ground in pain. Wang Zheng had no tolerance for these kinds of people, so he hit them hard, so hard that it would carve a deep impression in their memories. They would have to rest for at least a few months in bed before they would be able to walk again. The man with a scar on his face was shocked and instantly took out a gun, "Kid, you are quite good at martial arts, but how dare you hit my brothers. You are fast, but are you faster than the bullet?" He pulled the trigger as soon as he finished talking. Wang Zheng spurted forward, and in an instant, he grabbed onto the opponents wrist which was holding the gun. Kacha.... Wang Zheng broke his arm. "Tell us who sent you here." Wang Zheng squatted down and hit the mans head lightly. "I dont know. I dare you to kill me." Scarface was tenacious. Wang Zheng couldnt hide his excitement anymore. If Ye Zisu was not by his side, he would have a million ways to force Scarface to talk. In this respect, he had been taught by Bonehead, and merely threatening him was just being too nice to him. "Killing and hitting someone is terrifying. What if I broke your arms and legs, would you still be able to bully someone else? Or should I hand over all of you to the police and proim that you bunch of hooligans tried to rob two university students, our countrys assets? If not, should I bring your punishment into my own hands?" With his back facing Ye Zisu, Wang Zhengs gaze was like a beast. It sent chills down Scarfaces spine. It was as though he was a cold-blooded killer. "Big... big brother, Im wrong. Actually, we wanted to scare you two, and someone gave us 5 million dors to teach both of you a lesson. If it was sessful, we would receive another 5 million dors." "Who asked all of you to do this?!" "I dont know who he is. Big brother, big sister, I was introduced by an intermediary." "If that is the case, does that mean that you are useless now?" Wang Zheng smiled and stretched out his hand. Scarfaces face was aghast because this man broke their bones with ease. He counted his lucky stars that he was not dead as of then. Terrified, he quickly begged for mercy, a typical example of what happened when the strong bullied the weak. Wang Zheng could feel that Scarface was genuinely scared. But if he was telling the truth, he wouldnt know who wanted him dead. Holding the gun, he pped Scarface with the barrel several few times. "You have arms and legs, yet you dont want to search for a decent job. Get lost. If you let me see you guys again, you guys will not be as lucky as today." Once he finished talking, he dragged Ye Zisu and left quickly. Although Ye Zisu looked gentle, she was physically strong and was even eager to try her skills. It was just that Wang Zheng left her with no opportunity to try. Scarface struggled to pick the gun and breathed in the cold air with shock. The tip of the gun was bent. Damn, it was hard to survive in this society. Were all the military students so brutal? Wang Zheng didnt say much and just treated the incident like another normal urrence. He sent Zisu back to the dormitory. Fortunately, Zisu wasnt an ordinary girl, so she wasnt fazed by the incident. Unfortunately, the rare romantic time between the two of them was destroyed. "Zisu, have a good dream and a good night. Also, thank you." "Wang Zheng... Goodnight." Ye Zisu gently bit her lips. Although ultimately she didnt say anything, she was already very happy today. As the eldest daughter of OMG, she had gone through anti-kidnapping training from a young age, and she could see that Wang Zheng had dominated his opponents easily. But in the eyes of ordinary people, Wang Zhengs movements were merely decisive and a little brutal. It seemed like there was nothing he could not do. When Wang Zheng gently embraced Ye Zisu from behind, she heard her heart skip a beat. Her love for Wang Zheng was that intense and blissful. In the dormitory, three beautifuldies were leisurely doing their stuff - Meng Tian was quietly reading her book, An Mei was putting on makeup, and Du Qingqing was sketching. An Mei was wearing small, sexy panties with her legs panned t on the ground while struggling with her eyebrow pen. Du Qingqing was wearing a thin, short jacket, revealing her delicate waistline. Ignoring everything else in the dormitory, she immersed herself in her own world. "Our beautifuldy Ye has returned!" The three of them immediately set down whatever they were doing and rushed towards Ye Zisu. "Is Lin Huiyin beautiful in person?" "Did you get her autograph?" "What did the three of you do the whole day?" An Mei and the other girls gossiped away and the gift was soon snatched up. The surrounding dormitories heard the news and came forth to gossip as well. The dormitory was filled withughter, and the boys outside the windows couldnt help but to stop and look at what was going on. But on Wang Zhengs side, once he entered the door, Zhang Shan immediately separated the gift from Wang Zheng and Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun swarmed forward. They began to distribute the trophies,pletely ignoring Student Wangs share. "Hehe, Brothers, leave some for me and Yan Xiaosu." "Rx, well keep a portion for him." "Wheres mine?" "You are not even Huiyins fan, why do you need her things? We will help you make full use of them." "Is Huiyin beautiful? Is she prettier in person, or on stage?" Wang Zheng helplessly shrugged. "She wore a cap and a pair of sunsses in person. I couldnt see anything, but she should be an adorable loli." "Beast!" "Worse than a beast!" Wang Zheng was speechless. What had he done..... Chapter 88: Only a Tyrant Can Suppress Another Tyrant! Chapter 88: Only a Tyrant Can Suppress Another Tyrant! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Will there still be activities for tomorrow? Why dont we lure her to the school?" "Yes, the three of us shall devise a n!" The three of them whispered secretively. Wang Zheng leapt onto the bed. "Stop with the day dreaming; we are done with the program today. We are done!" Yao Ailun and the rest felt hugely disappointed, but they were quickly distracted by the gifts. Ailun and Chen Xiu were impatient in nature. Both guys boasted to those in the Skeleton Corps and attracted waves of envy. Wang Zheng shook his head helplessly. He was already thinking about his future ns. He had decided to continue assisting with Xiao Feis research ns. Given the team that Xiao Fei had, in addition to the specialists and professionals present, there was a high chance of sess. The initial part in collecting research data was the most difficult toplete. However, they still possessed a good chance to do so. It all boiled down to whether or not Xiaosu was able to convince his old man. Wang Zheng initially thought that his mission to serve Huiyin had beenpleted. However, who would have thought that after an entire day of lessons, duty woulde calling again... Huiyin had requested for Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu to apany her for a movie. Was she really just here to y? Wang Zheng was speechless, but as it was the schools official assignment, he could not refuse it. Moreover, it was an opportunity that others would have killed for. Yesterday was indeed pretty pleasant, so Ye Zisu was overjoyed. Huiyin was cute and easygoing, and she did not have the aura of a big star nor the pride that ordinary Aneans had. Furthermore, she would have a chance to watch a movie together with Wang Zheng and interact with him. The trio was enjoying the snacks and c. Huiyin had chosen the hottest movie in the cinemas "Youth Ceremony," directed by the very talented Wu Xiaolong. The movie was a romance flick about discovering oneself and enjoying youth without any regrets of the moment. Ye Zisu thoroughly enjoyed the movie and had even fidgeted throughout the climatic scenes. She was truly engrossed in the moment. On the other hand... Wang Zheng had almost fallen asleep. Huiyin looked at Wang Zheng from the side of her eyes and was baffled by what she saw. How could someone be so stupid!? The movie had ended. Although Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu did not interact much, it seemed that she had be closer to Lin Huiyin. It seemed like Wang Zhengs only interest was to y CT. Ye Zisu had originally nned to bring Lin Huiyin to explore OMG. Lin Huiyins new MM had expressed interest in mecha, and it was an opportunity to publicize and represent her familys business. However, Ye Zisu had suddenly received a message. Her father was suddenly admitted to the hospital, and she had to rush there immediately, so she had left Wang Zheng to apany Lin Huiyin. "Ms Lin, I know that you are a busy person. Let me know if you wish to return, I will kindly escort you back." Wang Zheng said passionately... Lin Huiyin was slow to respond... Was he trying to create an excuse to leave? For her entire life, no one had grown to dislike her. On the contrary, countless people had tried different ways to spend time with her. With her identity as a princess, Aina was faced with greater responsibilities, so she had experienced far less lovepared to Huiyin, who was loved by millions. Huiyin saw something in Wang Zhengs eyes that she had never felt before - impatience. "Well then, you can get me a drink," Lin Huiyin said. Wang Zheng was a man of his word. He got her a fruit juice from the shop situated next to the cinema. Huiyin was absolutely speechless. ... What was it that Aina saw in this guy? Was it because he was good with games, or that he was skillful? GOD. There were plenty of guys like Wang Zheng in An. "Lets find a ce to settle down for a while, there is something that I want to talk to you about." Lin Huiyin had set herself a task as well. Wang Zheng was stunned. He wasnt sure what exactly there was to talk about between him and Huiyin. However, the task was to apany her, and naturally, he had to fulfil her every wish. Wang Zheng could not bring Huiyin back to Ares College as she was too striking. God knows what would happen to her if she was found by those packs of wolves. And so, Wang Zheng brought HuiYin back to the University of Beijing. This tranquil ce had a number of cafes with peaceful ambiences. He had in mind one of the better ones, with a window seat. "Wang Zheng, let me ask you a question. Do you think that a guy who knows that something is impossible and yet is very persistent in trying to attain it is a clever or silly guy?" "Silly!" Wang Zheng stopped sipping his fruit juice and replied to Huiyin. What was wrong with this girl? Was she seeking life advice from him? "Yes, our youth is limited, and we should treasure those around us. What do you think?" Huiyin smiled. At this moment, Wang Zheng came to a sudden realisation. It seemed that Huiyin was trying to talk about another matter. Although he knew that Huiyin was from An, he did not think much of it. Looking back to the past two days, it seemed as though Huiyin was trying to matchmake him and Zisu. "What are you trying to get at and who is your backer?" Wang Zheng asked, smiling. Huiyin let out a slyugh. "Why dont you give a guess? It is actually not important who I am representing. You are a man; wouldnt it be better for both parties if you put a proper end to the rtionship?" Wang Zheng studied Huiyin. If one looked closely, there were several simrities between Huiyins and Ainas appearances. It was rumored that Huiyins background was a mystery. Some said that she was not from a simple family, but within the entertainment circle, no one considered it seriously. "It must be Aina." "Oh, and why are you so confident?" Huiyin sipped her strange-tasting Kiwi Juice. Wang Zheng shook his head. "If it was Aina, she would have told me directly instead of going through you!" "You and my cousin only knew each other for a short while. Indeed, I brought this matter upon myself. Aina made a request of me instead, and I am not sure if I should fulfill her wish." Huiyin looked at Wang Zheng and observed the change in his expression. It was only then that Wang Zheng knew that Huiyin was the cousin that Aina spoke of. If Yan Xiaosu were to find out that it was Huiyin that Aina wanted to introduce him to, would he have gone out of his mind? "Little girl, how old are you? Please do not interfere with adult matters." Wang Zhengughed. He did not want to share his opinions with a child. Huiyin nearly spat out her drink. Little girl? A child? She, with her gic score of a super genius, was being looked down upon. In this era, was there even a link left between ones age and ones abilities? "Actually, my cousin is quite selfish," Huiyin suddenly blurted. It was not what Wang Zheng was expecting. He thought that Huiyin would have said something along the lines of Aina being too good a catch for him. "Strange, dont you think that I should look down on you?" It seemed as though Huiyin was able to read his mind. Wang Zheng subconsciously nodded. "Simply put, this rtionship will not have any impact on Cousin, but it is different for you. Your life may be destroyed instead. Although I do believe in you and Ainas feelings towards each other, the time and ce are not right. The more Cousin is unwilling to let go of you, the greater the harm inflicted on you. Why dont you let her go instead?" Wang Zheng was impressed. Indeed, Aneans were of another level altogether. Even a young girl like her could have such a unique perspective of things. Wang Zhengughed. "We are like two ends of a tight rubber band; I would rather she be the one to let go. Also, do not be too worried about us, just concentrate on your concert. Plenty of my friends are fans of yours." Huiyin red at Wang Zheng. Never before had anyone treated her with such disdain. How could her words have been taken as childs y? She was genuinely concerned about the two of them. Wang Zheng was not immature in age; how could he be so unrealistic and so impulsive? Nothing adverse could happen to Aina. She would have heavy repercussions to bear if anything were to go wrong for her. "Wang Zheng, have you not been veryxtely? You dont seem to be going for lessons. It was not easy for you to get into Ares college; arent you afraid that you will get expelled?" Zhao Lingfengs voice sounded out. It sounded like a joke from an old friend, yet it was very inappropriate at that very moment. Wang Zheng looked at him. Did this guy take the wrong medicine? How was it that him entering Ares College had made Lingfeng so ufortable? "Haha, I thought of ying baseball with you, but I could not get in touch with you," Wang Zheng said lightly. Lingfengs face darkened. In the past, quite a few people had asked him for updates on Wang Zheng, and this nearly drove him mad with anger. "Well, only simple-minded people who are obsessed with fitness would think about training their body everyday." "Lingfeng, is he your friend?" A few girls questioned him. Lingfeng mocked, "We are from the same high school, and we were barely considered friends. He had a gic score of only 28 and was of a different world from mine." The girls surrounding him burst intoughter. "Are you serious? How can a person with the intelligence of an animal still exist?" Although Huiyin was young, she was well-mannered and knowledgeable and was not easily angered by others. But to unfortunately face such a situation, it really did annoy her quite a bit. What was wrong with this guy? Why was he trampling on others to show off? "Zhao Lingfeng!" At the staircase area, Liu Qing rushed towards him furiously. She gritted her teeth and screamed, "You asshole!" after seeing the sight of the girls surrounding Lingfeng. "Liu Qing, like I said, we are not suitable for each other. Since you are such a fan of sports, why dont you target Wang Zheng instead? He will definitely treat you well if you two get together." Lingfeng threw a huge tantrum over what happened yesterday, and he was still feeling upset. Hence, he tried to vent his anger on Liu Qing. Instead, Liu Qing gave him a tight p across his cheek. Lingfeng had many girls around him to pick from, and those that he felt were not to his liking, he would immediately toss them aside. "If you call him simple-minded, let me tell you, you are dumber than a pig." "Liu Qing, let it go. Its not Lingfengs fault he doesnt fancy you; you dont need to spoil his reputation. That guy only has a gic score of 28, that is absolutely iparable." Liu Qings face was full of disdain. "What do you even know? Wang Zheng is one of the creators of the Space Time Discement theory. Hes a star in Ares Physics Department. He was also the key figure in Aress tournament victory this year." The few girls were mortified; even Lingfeng himself was also stunned... how was this possible?? This guy? Chapter 89: So Thats What it is Chapter 89: So Thats What it is Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "The sess was due to Professor Xiao Fei and the teams efforts, I was just lucky to be there. Lets go somewhere else." Wang Zheng said, with a peaceful tone. The training with the Rubiks Cube had him lose interest in bickering with others; it was too meaningless. Liu Qing looked at Lingfeng in contempt. "Did you see that? A real man does not unt his strength. Wang Zheng, call me up anytime if you are interested in dating me." She then wrote her cell phone number onto Wang Zhengs palm and stared at Lingfeng in disdain before strutting off arrogantly. The surrounding crowd seemed to have heard themotion, and their eyes filled with awe. This was the legendary Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng did not expect to have gained such a reputation. "How is that possible... YOU?" Lingfeng was in total disbelief. It was against his knowledge about the workings of the real world for someone who was near invisible in middle school to suddenly be a key figure in college. It was impossible. Wang Zheng shrugged. He could not care less about what others thought of him. He waszy and did not feel the need to exin himself, nor was he interested in petty bickering. "It really is him!" "Yes, so powerful. Ares Colleges first victory was all because of him." "So handsome, and so skillful at the same time." "He truly is handsome. How lucky would I be if I could be his girlfriend?" Zhao Lingfengs face was as ck as charcoal. Gritting his teeth, he snarled, "Wang Zheng, know your ce. You are not suitable for Zisu, and dont even think about just counting on your luck." Zhao Lingfengs handsome face was distorted with a threatening visage. Wang Zheng was stunned. "You were behind yesterdays incident?" Lingfeng breathed hot air out of his nostrils. "That was just a warning. I wont go easy on you the next time." Looking at the delightful smirk on Lingfengs face, it seemed like the gangsters did not tell him the truth. Wang Zheng shook his head in disregard. Why did Lingfeng have to go to this extent? They were still ssmates. Wang Zheng was about to walk away, but he was pulled back by Lingfeng. "I am talking to you!" Huiyin, who was standing at the side, watching the whole situation unfold, could no longer tolerate Lingfeng. "Can you get it right? It is Zisu that likes him, you bastard!" "You little brat, this does not concern you!" Lingfeng swung his arms across and knocked Huiyins hat off. Wang Zheng was someone with a good temperament and did not concern himself with petty arguments. In his eyes, Lingfeng was only a spoiled guy, but this did not mean he could take it this far. With just one hand, Wang Zheng lifted Lingfeng off the ground. "Do not hit girls, especially kids. On the grounds that we were ssmates once, I will let you off this time." At this point, the whole cafeteria was silent. Lingfengs struggling could be heard throughout the premises. "Doesnt she look like Lin Huiyin?" "Yes, so cute and pretty!" "I really feel like hugging her." Huiyin immediately put her hat back on and tugged Wang Zhengs sleeve. "Lets leave." Wang Zheng tossed Lingfeng aside and pulled Huiyin out of the cafeteria. He did not want the attention, but who would have thought that Lingfeng would take things this far? The entire journey back, Lin Huiyin felt that Wang Zhengs situation was extremely unjust. "You should have just taught him a lesson!" Wang Zheng nced at Huiyin. "You sent someone to stalk us." Huiyin blinked her eyes innocently. "I only wanted to check on your progress! I am only thinking of your own good." Wang Zheng patted Huiyins head. "Dont worry, I will not put Aina in a bad spot." Thankfully, Huiyin did not carry on with her bad intentions, or else Wang Zheng would not have bothered to speak much more. Huiyin suddenly shifted topics and asked Wang Zheng curiously, "I really could not tell you were so capable. Did you reallye up with the Space Time Discement Theory?" "I only participated in it." Wang Zheng did not want to dwell on the issue much, or to put in it other words, he did not want to get himself too entangled with Ainas cousin. It was a reasonable exnation that Huiyin epted, so she stopped asking Wang Zheng questions. Huiyin pouted. After all this while, Wang Zheng was still treating her like a kid and still did not care to converse seriously with her. Huiyin suddenly stood up. "I want to go back to the hotel." Wang Zheng nodded. "I will send you back" Huiyin shook her head fiercely, "Theres no need, I have other people who would be willing to send me back." Wang Zheng was nonchnt. "In that case, I will be on my way." He did not need to be too worried about her safety. Other than being a celebrity, she was a princess of An. After the mistake he made with Aina previously, they would have definitely stepped up their security procedures to ensure the safety of their royalty. What Wang Zheng did not know was that the military of An was being called to action as a result of the previous situation with Aina. Wang Zheng still had his dignity, so no matter the oue, he did not need outsiders to interfere with him and Ainas rtionship. Suddenly, a notification came in. It was marked as special message right from CTs administration. Solon found a new opponent for him, a very valuablepetitor. It was a diamond-ranked assassin-type yer from the moon. She had a miraculous record of a 10 win streak and had the entire Moon CTmunity talking for an entire month before she strangely disappeared. Who would have thought that she woulde back to challenge "Skeleton?" He was earning quite a lot from CT and was slowly umting his wealth as his poprity grew. In the past, Wang Zheng only required money for food and clothing, but now he wanted to participate in the development of space technology. He wanted to earn as much as he could and rely less on Xiaosus help. He immediately replied back to the mail and set a time. The battle would start at 8 oclock. Solon was considerate enough to immediately send Wang Zheng battle videos and information on his opponent. Wang Zheng was studying his opponent on the way back to school, and she really intrigued his interest. This female warrior used a mech model that was very famous on the moon, one that had been specifically designed for female assassins C Brightmoon Generation 8. This model was light, which allowed for swift and flexible actions, especially suited for petite, female warriors. With the increasing presence of females with high gic scores, the percentage of females in the military was increasing, and they were deployed more and more frequently. In certain special battle circumstances, female warriors were more suitable than male warriors. Thus, this mech model was highly used in numerous countries. Although the Brightmoon series had made amazing technological progress over the years, the advantages and disadvantages of using the model were very obvious. It was an exceptional assassin-type mech. However, the model was rtively more difficult to pilot and was characterized as an elite mech, only suitable for the most expert of yers. What impressed Wang Zheng even more was the operational abilities of the opponent, as well as the recent track record the opponent held. The opponent was powerful, matching thest opponent he met C the fake Magic Bird, but her battle style was prominently different. Suddenly, Wang Zheng realized that CT would give him greater exposure to opponents, allowing him to umte his experience, all while tracking his own progress. Of course, he was sure he would not be addicted to the game. This experience was something that Bonehead could not teach. In the Rand Empire, every warrior was very much skilled in battle. Many would have gone through at least a hundred battles each. It was from that experience that a warrior would be able to explore the mech model they werefortable with. Although this was also the scariest part about the Rand Empire, battles were always ongoing. On this, however, there were limited battle opportunities, more so for a student like Wang Zheng. An Jili sat quietly beside Huiyin, while Huiyin pouted her lips sulkily. She was so mad that that guy had really left like that. How could he do that to Lin Huiyin? And she was Ainas favourite cousin. What a rebel Wang Zheng was, offending her even before he got married to Aina! An Jili bursted out inughter. This was the first time she had seen Huiyin defeated. Huiyins sweet and understanding nature was weed everywhere she went. Thinking of it, how could a princess join the entertainment industry? It was strange how the royal family was not very opposed to it and even closed an eye on the situation. It must have taken Huiyin a lot of effort to persuade them, especially because she was still underage. This Wang Zheng was also an interesting person; he was either simple-minded or simply foolish to be so hard-hearted. "An Jili, what do you think about Wang Zheng?" An Jili smiled. "I dont know him too well, so its difficult to say." "Heng! Stop acting mature. I want to see how long he can keep up with this pretense!" Wang Zheng was not much older than her, but he was always acting so old-fashioned. As a young person, he should have fought with Lingfeng just now, but instead, he was acting as calm as a fisherman who was holding a fishing rod. Wang Zheng was indeedcking in youth. To look at it in detail, he was tortured by Bonehead in the Rubiks Cube for five years, so his physical and mental stamina were unimaginable to an average person. In addition, he was trained since young by the Old Merchant and thus possessed a level of independence and maturity that was out of the ordinary. It was only when he was together with Aina that he behaved his true age. Huiyinsrge eyes rolled from corner to corner as she pondered. Suddenly, she had a eureka moment and blurted out an idea that shocked An Jili. "That... does not seem like a good idea.. will Principal Gu Te agree to that?" The little princess pounded on her chest confidently and said, "Of course, I am Lin Huiyin!" An Jili shrugged her shoulders. Of all people, why did Wang Zheng offend Lin Huiyin? She was actually Ans meanest imp below that cute, bubbly exterior. Wang Zheng could finally catch his breath after he left Huiyins side. From what he could tell, Aina must have been pressured by their love. As a man, he could not cave in; what he needed right now was more time. Wang Zheng went directly to Zhuo Mus ce, where he started to prepare for the IGpetition. It was said that team participation was needed, and the team members would be sent to the Moon for improvised training. From there, only the best would be picked. As the victor of the exchange, a greater number of warriors will be selected from Ares College. They were Wang Zheng, Meng Tian, Zhang Shan, and someone Wang Zheng would never have guessed even in his dreams. Zhang Runan! How was it that the Arts Society president was selected for this focused team? While Wang Zheng was out on his mission, the rest had continued with their training. Zhuo Mu was also happily imparting his skills, and he was especially delighted to see Wang Zheng. "Our brat is now a celebrity, getting attention everywhere he goes. However, dont forget your purpose here!" Chapter 90: Formidable Manly Sister Chapter 90: Formidable Manly Sister Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Zhuo Mu reminded Wang Zheng that he had great potential and should do his best in the army. Training had begun, and what the principal wanted was not quantity but quality. Ma Xiao and gang had limited capabilities, so the four spots should be given to students who truly deserved them. Naturally, there was no need to speak for Wang Zheng. Zhang Shan and Meng Tian were full of potential too. As for Zhang Runan, Zhuo Mu had invited him because she was one of those who were actually strong in Ares College. To be frank, Wang Zheng was slightly astonished. Zhang Shan and Meng Tian were amused, but they did not say a word. Zhang Runan saw the surprised look on Wang Zheng and inly said, "If men cant do it, then its up to the women. How is that odd?" Wang Zheng shook his head vigorously. "With Chairperson Runan joining us, it would be like adding wings to a tiger." After speaking, Wang Zheng pulled Zhang Shan aside. "Why is she here?" Zhang Shan smiled. "Brother, time to widen your horizons! Shes a master! If she had been around during the exchange, you most probably would have had nothing to do." Zhang Runan was the chairperson of the Art Club. She was also the chairperson of the womens judo team and a specially-recruited student of the Officers Department. To put it simply, she was a great talent. As her name suggested, she was tough, just like a man (Runan meaning male-like). Yet she liked detailed oil paintings. In Zhang Runans own words, this too was a form of cultivation. In no time at all, Zhang Shan had exposed all of Zhang Runans background, snickering while he did so. In the past, those at the top of Ares College were concerned mainly with "fame." It was evident that Zhang Runan was not interested in bing famous. But things were different this time. Battling was a matter of face. Being embarrassed on Earth was alright, considering Earth was home. But losing out there would be bad, considering they were representing Earth. Gu Te had made up his mind too. Zhuo Mu and Luomu had be good friends. They were in charge of training. One was a ironblood warrior and the other was a mecha expert, but they clicked right away. Moreover, they had a simr temperament. They couldnt bear with inattentive students and liked specialised training. Apart from Wang Zheng, who was busy with many things, the rest attended training every day. Of course, they took students under their wings, it was just that the number was lesser than the other professors. This was not possible at Ares in the past, but now Gu Te had opened up. They could do things ording to their own styles and character as long as they groomed talent. Very soon, Wang Zheng understood what Zhang Shan meant. Chairperson Runans standards had truly exceeded that of men. All of her qualities were strong, much like a man. Calm, decisive, and highly skilled in the technical aspects. To quote Zhuo Mu, she was a born female Special Forces soldier. She and Meng Tian werepletely different. Simply put, she could be and should be measured against men. Once training ended, Zhang Runan left on her own. She did not even say goodbye. Meng Tian was busy as ofte too. She seemed to be deliberately keeping a distance from Wang Zheng. Zhang Shan patted Wang Zheng on the shoulder. "Bro, stop looking, spare us some. You wont be able to finish her all by yourself." Wang Zheng shrugged it off. He could not be bothered to exin. Such things could not be exined logically anyway. He was not flirting with anyone; his target was clear. He was even stubborn about it. Deep inside, he was just like Aina. They both had equally unrealistic expectations, which was hard toe by, but when they met, it was like the sh of two different worlds. Inymen terms, this was destiny. Whether or not they could cross the great chasm was a different story altogether. Yan Xiaosu was waiting for Wang Zheng to finish his sses. The two chatted as they ate. "Boss, I think Ill take the gamble and do it with you!" "Hah. You convinced your old man?" Wang Zheng gulped a big mouthful of noodles down. "My old man is uncultured, but he believes in destiny. He saw a fortune-teller. The signs showed them well be in luck." "Oh?" Wang Zheng did not believe in this cock and bull story. Seeing that he couldnt trick Wang Zheng, Yan Xiaosu shook his head. "My old man went around to inquire. Its said that the enterprises that want to participate in this project will fight with their lives for the opportunity to invest. You wont get it even if you have the money. The onlypany thats been confirmed is OMG. Thats one of the biggestpanies on all of Earth, and even with their size, theyve only got 21 percent of the shares! Us getting in, it doesnt matter if we receive any shares. What is important is that our status will be pulled to the top. My dad says we can head in the direction of the Yan Financial Group in the future." When Yan Xiaosu mimicked his fathers expressions, even Wang Zheng couldnt hold hisughter back. The two of them were still too small in scale. In the field of business, especially when a certain scale was reached, the different intangible assets were more important than money as an asset. Even though they mainly produced daily necessities, the Yan family was not short on finances. However, they were troubled over theck of investment opportunities in recent years. Moving upwards, the better projects all had certain intangible requirements. If they could not be met, nobody could be bothered, even if you were wealthy. In another situation, you wouldnt be able to participate even after youd pumped your money in. In short, jumping on the bandwagon of a majorpany to participate was a once in a hundred lifetimes opportunity. Even if they had topensate with extra financing, a hugepany like OMG would not care. The wholepanys status had risen, and their stock prices would also see a sharp increase. Old Yan was no fool. "My dad wants to buy you dinner to thank you properly. I said youre busy and well leave it till when you have time," Yan Xiaosu smiled. He knew very well that Wang Zheng did not enjoy such social engagements. Wang Zheng chuckled and gave him a thumbs-up. "If thats the case, Ill negotiate with Demon Lady Xiao to fight for our rights and benefits!" "Boss, youve got my support. Go on, be brave. When necessary, sacrificing the body is nothing!" Yan Xiaosu said generously. Wang Zheng knuckled his head. This idiot, couldnt he think of something proper? "Boss, what I meant was, if theres a need to sacrifice the body, I can do it..." Yan Xiaosu said to his chagrin, rubbing where he was hit. Uhm... Knowing that Wang Zheng had a battle date that night, the two of them did not waste a single second and went straight to Brothers Net Cafe after eating. Wang Zheng readied himself for the battle, and Yan Xiaosu directly made contact with Solon towork. Yan Xiaosu knew that Wang Zheng was superb at this. To be more urate, he had never seen anyone as good. But taking this path was walking on a rope. Yan Xiaosu was undoubtedly an experienced yer even though he was just an average yer. The Wargod No. 1 had too many limitations, and it was not merely the energy shield deficiency. Some high end mecha were horrifyingly well-rounded. It was so attractive because everyone knew about this. Direct invitations from high level yers had appeared. It was bound to be tougher towards the back. Winning a game was energy-consuming, so they had to negotiate with CT. As a businessman, Yan Xiaosu understood that nobody would know the consequences of losing a battle. In this space project, Wang Zheng was a technician. Yan Xiaosu was not entirely confident of what he could bargain. But if Wang Zheng could also fork out some money, they would definitely have arger say. Yan Xiaosu was going to make use of this opportunity to discuss the "big projects" of the next five battles with Solon. Solon was happy to receive Yan Xiaosus negotiation demands. He was not worried about their demands, he was worried that they had no demands. CT had hefty funding, so money was not a problem. The problem was whether it would be worth it. Could they promote CT and widen their sphere of influence? To Solon, he was more concerned about the area he was in charge of, whether it could set even better records so that he could hold his head high in thepany. Student Wang had no mood to study this aspect of things, but Yan Xiaosu knew such things very well due to having watched his parents do business ever since he was young. Although the scale of the Yan familys business was nowhereparable with CT, they had everything they needed. In Wang Zhengs words: "Xiaosu had a pretty high EQ." The two of them split the workload. Yan Xiaosu could negotiate whichever way he wanted. Wang Zheng would close the doors and wait in the VIP room for thepetition to begin. The room was huge, and Wang Zheng did not ck off. He did exercises on a handstand. During thest round, the Magical Bird incident had allowed everyone to recognise that the experts were now using all sorts of methods to challenge Skeleton. They initially thought that the throned yers or a few of the top diamond ss yers from Earth would strike. It did not ur to anybody that the first to y would be a super yer of the diamond ss from the Moon. Lady Stormsword. She had started the hype of women yers on Moon in the span of merely one month. She made her way into diamond ss within a very short period of time. Her rate of winning was shocking. The mecha she was most skilled at using was the Brightmoon 8.0. At her peak, no one could defeat her. Even in group battles, she showed outstanding leadership. But just as everyone started to guess how long she would take to be the King of the Kings, she disappeared. Nobody could have thought that hereback battle would be directed at Skeleton. This was the first time a renowned yer from the Moon had taken the initiative to challenge a yer from Earth. From the official notice, it seemed that the topic was hot beyond imagination. Just as Solon said, it was easier to pray with foreign monks, especially those who came from a district of higher standards. The Moon had always disyed the highest standards within Sr System CT. They took pride in it themselves. There were masters everywhere. The Moon held the championship titles for all CTpetitions without exceptions. If not for the category distinctions, it was likely theyd win all top three positions. And this Lady Stormsword was, up till now, the yer who held the best record among yers who used the Brightmoon 8.0... and she was a female yer. She was quite mysterious too. No one knew what she looked like; they only knew that she was female. This time, not only did the Earth district pay close attention to the match, some yers from the Moon also started paying attention to the "pre-historic." Even before the battle began, videos of the yers Best of the Best moves received unprecedented numbers of hits. On Earth, Skeletons supporters were relentless. Cries to defeat Moon Gal arrived wave after wave, but those who saw Lady Stormswords battle videos fell silent after a while. Young Deer and Bubbly Foam were in position. As this was the main event, they had to offer their customers some treats. Theymented on the unique points of Lady Stormswords skills. As a girl, Bubbly Foam liked the Brightmoon series too. The mecha on Earth were indeed weaker in this aspect, and the Moon had more exquisite designs. But Bubbly Foam could only operate the 6th generation. The controls of the 8th Generation were tooplex and difficult. Even though it was merely a CT game, shed fumble and lose all control. Chapter 91: Lady Stormsword Chapter 91: Lady Stormsword Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Some mecha were brainless to operate and were of an inferior ss. For high end mecha, the greater the capability, the higher the standard of awareness and operations skills were required to be in control. They were not suitable for everyone. But for Lady Stormsword, her level of control over the Brightmoon 8.0 was out of this world. Simply put, assassination-type mecha like this were extremely suited for a single yer to take down five, turning the tides and saving the world. Skeleton had also encountered a crazy 1v5 situation. But Lady Stormsword was way scarier. She could use a set of chain attacks to kill five opponents one after another right away. On screen, the Brightmoon 8.0 looked like a ray of silver light, harvesting opponents corpses. This was basically a high speed mecha. Her opponents could not even get anywhere near her. An asphyxiating, terrifying attack. It was iprehensible. As a girl, Bubbly Foam was close to setting up an altar to idolize her. She was the pride of all women. But it was also the first time Bubbly Foam felt worried for Skeleton. It was not always the case that a high-end mecha was better than a lower end one. Mecha were simply weapons. The best ones were those that were most well suited to yers. If yers couldnt catch on to the controls, a high-end mecha would mean that one was courting death. But if the yer could make good use of the mecha, it would create apletely different narrative. This was precisely what everyone was worried about. What would happen when a Wargod No. 1 encountered a yer who could essentially fuse with her super mech? If it were an internal match between yers from Earth, there could still be a chance that the opponent would let him off. But Lady Stormsword came all the way from Moon to challenge him, so she definitely would not let him off easy. Plus, she was female. Comcency was one of the mostmon mistakes made by males in such cases. The forums came alive. All tforms were active withments, and 70% of them were in support of Lady Stormsword. 30% showed support for Skeleton, reason being Lady Stormsword had left CT for a long period of time, and whether or not she could maintain her standards was a huge question. And right now, Skeleton was in good condition. Battling. It was how they yed it. However, there was one thing they all understood. As Long as Lady Stormsword could exhibit the Lightning Combo, she was invincible. Up till now, no one could survive such an attack. The Brightmoon mech was powerful in sharp and quick attacks. It had high agility. Its weakness was its defense, but if made good use of, there would nothing to defend against. A typical war machine that reced defense with attack. On the other hand, the weak defense system was rtive to other high-end mecha, the Wargod No. 1 not included. Wang Zheng took his own sweet time to warm up using all sorts of positions. When he felt as flexible as a boneless man, that was when he was the toughest. Just one punch and it would be as if he punched a hole in space. ording to Bonehead, rough moves like Leaning Landslide were merely the basics. On one hand, it taught one to exert explosive force, and on the other, it trained the ability to resist with attacks. The five elements were the foundations of the soul. Moves and techniques still required training by the individual. On the other side, Solon and Yan Xiaosu were having a worked up discussion. Eventually, Solon gave in to Yan Xiaosus demands of the ratio of splitting winnings, but with the condition that all five rounds had to be won. If they lost in any one round, the winnings would be cut in half. Yan Xiaosu knocked on Wang Zhengs door and gave an "OK" sign. The battle began. Wang Zheng put on the equipment and entered CT. On the faraway Moon, Milo put the sensors on too. Of course, she did not need to be in a cafe. Therge,fortable activity room of a hundred square meters had everything she needed. Masasi and Atos chatted as they drank. Masasi had visited Earth and Atos had gone to to study on Mars. Both were trying to blend in and understand the local situation. Judging by the current situation, Mars was still the Moons biggest rival overall. Earth was some distance behind, but through the course of mankinds history, Earth was always odd. There were always one or two great people born there when everyone else was on the verge of forgetting it. In the long history of humankinds interster travels, they were met with two great obstacles. On the first, an internal conflict within the Sr System. At that time, a man called Li Feng had appeared, and he single-handedly resolved the problem and saved Earth. The second time was when the Zerg invaded soon after humankind ventured out of the Sr System. Humankind almost went extinct. At this point, a man named Wang Dong appeared and saved mankind, establishing two morous eras for the Earth. But as technology advanced, more and more parts of the Milky Way Gxy were discovered and developed. As they came into contact with an increasing number of civilizations, Earths influence gradually reduced to zero. Mecha that were operated solely by pilot skills were now reced by new ster mecha whichbined pilot skills and gics. They could unleash mankinds own prowess and at the same time make the best out of the mechanical warriors. Would Earth return to power? Only the people on the Moon were concerned with this problem. But now, they would not consider it a problem anymore. The Sr System was merely a tiny circle in the Milky Way Gxy. To rise to power was a much more difficult feat than it used to be. Milo was done with her warm ups. This alone proved the difference between the Moon and the Earth. Net cafes did not exist on the Moon. This was a CT club, which usually was part of a gym. On the Moon, quality was thought to be more important than quantity, and cases where there were battles after battles were rare. The people of the Moon exercised much better restraint. They could not fathom how Earth people could lose game after game. Theyd curse after losing and lose after cursing. Why did they not study the cause of their loss? The people of the Moon saw CT as a sport, but Earth people thought of it as a game. That was a deep seated difference in culture. Both parties debated it for a long time, so much so that they were not interested in arguing now. They had their own lives to lead. The only problem was who did better. To the Earth yers, nobody cared how well you performed in local matches. What was most important was the glory you brought from external matches. Solon had settled upon a massive deal with Yan Xiaosu. The stakes were high, but Yan Xiaosu had made it very clear. They would not y if Solon did not sign it. Solon was left with no choice. Solon could not take on the responsibility of the satellite. Yan Xiaosu was most certainly a scheming businessman, but when the job was done, his IQ would begin to plummet straight down. He was chatting up with a group of people from the Skeleton Corps. Rainbow, Wild King, andpany were analysing the characteristics of Brightmoons. Frankly speaking, neither of them were able to deal with such a mech. The advantage of assassin-type mecha in singlebat was just too significant. They were mainly deployed for special missions and were pretty much useless inrge battles. Being able to hold down the fort when faced with a group attack was most crucial. "This Lady Stormsword has already thoroughly understood the intricacies of the Brightmoon." "Rainbow, I heard youre going after Bubbly Foam?" "Dont you think Bubbly Foam has a beautiful voice?" "Hot damn! Rainbow, youve got really thick skin! Not only does she have a beautiful voice, shes got a beautiful face too! Dont tell me you made her join us for your own personal gains!" Wild King and gang teased. The Skeleton Army was mainly made up of middle school students, yet Rainbow, who was already a ranked soldier, was most frequently teased. At first, Rainbow persisted in defending himself. But he learned that these peoples interests would only grow as he struggled, so he could only concede. "Alright, alright! Stop chatting. The battle is about to begin. Brothers, lets get this moon girl!" "Ahem! Little Xiu, youre in the wrong. Weve got to be polite to our female counterparts, even if theye from the Moon. Here, let us sing to their victory!" Yao Ailun cheered. He was much more wild in this world. To be more urate, he was basically feral. Student Yan was one of those cheering and shouting in the audience. Boss was just in the house next door. Battle Map: The Royale Arena This was a battle map full of luxurious ambience. It was suited for the people of the Moon who had a thing for elegance and opulence. The people of the Moon had always been envious of Earth, where elegance bred. It was a pity they did not have that. Empires like An were considered immigrant empires. They were hardly affected as they were too far from Earth. But the Moon was far too close to the Earth and was under its influence. Thats why no matter how the Moon and Earth disagreed with each other, they were inseparable. Such was destiny. "Milo, this girl is pretty callous." Atos chuckled. "Shes just trying to determine her opponents abilities." Masasi smiled. Aplex environment would require adaptability and experience. But in a simple environment, there was only a need for a good and strong foundation. Amongst them, Milo studied other countries techniques the most, and she remembered them best. At the same time, she was good at assessing the opponents strategy anding up with countermoves. She was an advisor for the Eight Stars. A battle-type military advisor. Every time a battle concerned national pride, Earth would give their loudest cheers and greatest support. The number of VIP viewers went through the roof. 1.5 million. The enthusiasm was unusually inted. Also, this time, they spotted some big shots from Earth in the audience. "Oh goodness! Isnt that Prince?" "And the one beside him, is that King of No Mercy? Those in the audience had noticed some IDs which stood out, shining under a crown. This was Earths most powerful king! Only the strongest yers on Earth could inherit the ID. Seemed like Student Little Skeletons performance had drawn the attention of these top yers. The post edited clips would be far more exciting, but these masters highly valued the feeling of a live battle. Apart from the throned master yers, many from the diamond ss were present too. After all, some of these diamond-rated yers had been defeated by Skeleton and wanted to see how far he would go. If the yers were on equal ground, there would not be anything worthy of their attention, but now the opponent was very powerful. Would Skeleton still stay in control despite merely using the Wargod No. 1? "Theres quite a number of big shots! Even Prince is here!" Comrade Old Deer said in surprise. "Prince" was a title crowned by the masses. He was a long-term upant of a throne for the best yers among CT. His unique long rifle technique was unparalleled. His evaluation: always mimicked but never overtaken - most certainly a representative of Earth. Individual and team battles were both strongly represented. There were no obvious ws. Team Earth was the main force. Even a pig head would have learned to be careful after so many rounds ofpetition. Comrade Old Deer was evidently not a pig. He was more determined than a pig, but the tides were slowly turning. "yer Skeleton is faced with an unprecedentedly strong opponent. Lady Stormsword has never lost a single round in one-on-one battles. She is steady and sharp in her Moon battle fashion. Under such immense pressure, lets hope that yer Skeleton will still be able to fight and show them our prowess! Please do not be an expert at home but ayman out there!" Bubbly Foam had thought that he had turned into a new person. But thatst line showed her that he had truly changed. Chapter 92: Bumpkin Battle Turtle Chapter 92: Bumpkin Battle Turtle Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Viewers from Earth hated this type of situation. Behind closed doors, they dominated the different scenes, yet they were treated no different from dogs. "We shall see!" Bubbly Foam was unable toment further. Based on technical aspects and data analysis, there was no way this match could be won. The differentments all led up to one determining factor: the physical condition of Lady Stormsword. If she was in her peak physical condition, impossible. But what condition? Masasi and Atos looked at each other andughed. The eight of them were crowned as the strongest batch on the Moon in thest 20 years! Two mecha arrived at the arena. It was a standard, square venue used by ancient swordsmen in their duels. In order to achieve ultimate speed and uracy in their ambush, swordsmen used assassinating swords. The Brightmoon 8.0 was precisely this urate. It was not made for face-on battles, it made use of its speed tounch attacks. The Brightmoon 8.0 was equipped with the newest high frequency assassination sword. Its material was unknown, but it was a product of the Moonstest technology. Its toughness and flexibility were beyond imagination. In a high speed attack, it could put up with force a thousand times greater than itself and would not break. Its most fatal attack was the invisible kill. Even though Milo did notpete on CT for a very long time, it did not mean that she did not battle. It was just that a greater proportion of them were real life battles. Returning to CT, where the battle was less of a burden, would ensue in one oue: over performing. They could use battle techniques that did not exist in real life. Mecha these days could sustain unlimited pressure. So long as the pilot was strong enough, the possibilities were endless. On the other hand, the Wargod No. 1 was akin to a piece of wood. No matter who the opponent was, it remained the same. No vigour, no vehemence, no flexibility. The audience continued to show great interest. Opposite them was a woman. Even though it was a high-end mech, it was not as if Student Little Skeleton had never defeated high-end mecha. It was no big deal. "Break the brittle! Ruin the rotten!" "Break the brittle! Ruin the rotten!" The Skeleton supporters roared. To them, victory was a fixed oue. What mattered was the process. Failure was something they never considered. Some of the calmer audience members could understand how they felt. To quote Comrade Old Deer, that was self-hypnotising. Do undefeatable people even exist in this world? Yes. Only dead people were undefeated. People were bound to fail; it was just a matter of time. But because he believed in this unchanging rule, he stayed firm in his position. Because he believed he was definitely going to have thestugh, he pressed on even if the process would destroy him mentally. The battle began. Whoosh... Lady Stormsword whipped out her assassination sword gracefully and waved it in the air. The sword reflected the lights, illuminating the arena. Its rays made an elegant symbol. This was the assassin paying homage to her opponents. Nine shes in a second! That was both a technique and a starting move. Amidst the audience, there were some who were prideful and quiet. They were from the Moon. Some used to be huge fans of Lady Stormsword, but Moon people were rational. They seldom obsessed over one person, unless they could do something extra extraordinary. The swords rays indicated the present condition of Lady Stormsword. In the past, she could only achieve seven shes in a second. The battle was streamed live on the Moon as well, but it was definitely not as well-receivedpared to how it was on Earth. To the Moon people, torturing Earth people was no different from torturing inanimate vegetables. Those who watched the game only did it to watch Lady Stormsword. This was the battle for Lady Stormsword to get a feel for the game in her return to CT. The starting move had erased the doubts of those who were worried. Wang Zheng pulled his knife out and drew an X in the air. It was a defensive move used to protect one against a flurry of attacks. Faced with a mech of such extreme speed, initiating an attack was courting death. "Yes, Little Skeleton has made his battle cry! The cross was very well drawn. Compared to the Brightmoon 8.0, he is definitely still a bumpkin battle turtle among all these other bumpkin turtles," Old Deer teased. Bubbly Foam could not help butugh. Old Deer and Skeleton had gone through many things together. They were close, and people were used to him mocking Skeleton. But Old Deer never failed toe up with something new. Seeing the look of bewilderment Bubbly Foam had, Old Deer added sincerely, "As much as he is a bumpkin, if yer Skeleton is poor, I can buy him a high-end mech, lest he finds excuses for losing." Old Deers speech once again invited attacks from the public. But Comrade Old Deer did not care at all. Their barks were louder than their bites. Milo looked at her opponent with great interest. She had thought that this strong personality would initiate an attack, but instead he struck a defensive pose. But if she attacked, would he still stand a chance? The Brightmoon 8.0 started to move. When it moved, everyone understood one thing: sharpening the tools was crucial if anything was to be achieved. This feeling, the lightweightedness of control, yet every pilot knew that the difference in level was stark. No fancy moves, it was a sudden lunge attack. In the blink of an eye, the mech appeared infront of the Wargod No. 1s face. Bam! The alloy knifeshed out defensively, but bam! The Wargod No. 1 Was pushed two steps back. The arena fell silent. God damn it! Who said the Wargod No. 1cked strength? This was the opponent dering war. The attack was rather fierce, and the mechs operation was determined by its pilots abilities. Wang Zheng perspired. What a fierce attack! The intensity of the attack wasrgely from its speed; strength was just a small part. When made good use of, speed could also create a huge force. And this opponent standing in front of him was a demure pilot who had superb control. An image of Zhang Runan shed in Wang Zhengs mind. Perhaps his opponent was also a super man! Seeing that the Wargod No. 1 was still in a defensive position, Milo did not care for civility. The Brightmoon 8.0 mech began its warm up attacks, blow after blow. A simple way of attacking, but it was fiercely delivered by the Brightmoon. It was merely delivering stabs using one hand, but it made loud crashing sounds as the blowsnded on the mech. The Wargod No. 1 had no strength to fight back. "The Brightmoon 8.0 is indeed a lightweight mech, but lightweight mecha are capable of heavy blows too." "Youll just have to counter the recoil with an energy shield." "Thats right, but not many are capable of doing that." Masasi and Atos smiled at each other knowingly. "Looks like Milo has made some more improvements in the time we were apart!" "Of course. Shes one of boss apanying trainers. Itd be hard not to improve even if she didnt want to." "I look forward to seeing how this ys out," Atos gleamed, his eyes bing the shape of a crescent moon. Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! The Brightmoon 8.0 mech was like a shadow, moving agilely across the battlefield,unching strike after strike. Each and every strike was no different from a heavy blow dealt by arger, heavier mech. The Wargod No. 1 could not catch up at all. If the Brightmoon 8.0 was a race car, then the Wargod No. 1 was a tow truck with only the strength left to make turns. However, even making turns felt exhausting. Milo was curious too. Even though the opponent was doing a good job defending, there was nothing else special. She made a dozen attacks for him to familiarize with her pace. Could it be that he hadnt gotten used to it? Bam! Faced with another attack by Milo, Wang Zheng hacked his alloy knife straight out. This was a head-on attack. The Brightmoon 8.0 was pushed back by several meters. The Wargod No. 1 remained at its position, silently looking at its opponent. At this point, Milo understood. So the opponent was giving her time to warm up. But as they kept giving way to each other, they eventually shed by ident. To think someone who used the Wargod No. 1 had such great inner strength! Milo was truly intrigued. She was a girl, and female pilots did not usually have to be humble or modest. But since the opponent was so "generous," she was going to see if he could really take it. Whoosh! WHOOOOSH! Two swipes of the swords cut through the air. The Brightmoon 8.0 mech leaned in, sword at the ready. Masasi and Atos looked at each other. They had never seen such a poser, able to keep his cool dealing with a Brightmoon 8.0 mech. If Milo went wild in her attacks, no one would be able to save him. BAM! The Brightmoon 8.0 was engaged with a deafening crash. This was an extreme high speed ambush. Turning into a ray of silver light, the Brightmoon 8.0 made a lunging sh at the Wargod No. 1. The speed was definitely astounding, but it was different from the one before. The Brightmoon 8.0 did not make a head on attack, it made a beautiful, arched line. Arched Side Step? That was everybodys reaction, but evidently, this side step was considered nothing. This was the capability of a Brightmoon 8.0 mech! The arches appeared one after another, and in the blink of an eye, there were three consecutive arches. The opponent would never be able to see the signs of a real attack by the Brightmoon 8. Just as Milo thought she hadpletely confounded the opponent, she realised that the Wargod No. 1 was still standing in front of her. After pausing for a short moment, the Brightmoon 8.0 started moving once more. It was not that Milo could notunch an attack, but a battle between masters was all about the true capabilities. She had used a Brightmoon 8.0 against a Wargod No. 1. It would not be eptable if she could not "shake off" the opponents stare down. In another split second, the Brightmoon 8.0 had done another three consecutive Arched Side Steps. The audience was presented with another series of perfectly arched silver lines, forming a blossoming flower. A couple of Arched Side Steps were enough for one to be famous on Earth, but she did six in no time. Yet Milo was wrong once more. Her high frequency operations would normally shake her ordinary opponents off, but the Wargod No. 1 was still in front of her. She could almost see the pilot inside smiling to himself. It was just a feeling she had. But her feeling was right. After having made a high level move, the the Brightmoon 8.0 did not attack but instead pulled the distance apart instantly. It was akin to hearing the loud roar of thunder, but only a mere drizzle of rain was seen C just what was going on? Amotion ensued as the audience members began whispering to one another. A number of yers were still stunned by the Brightmoon 8s agility. The speed was unnaturally fast. Why were they holding back their blows? Were they ying a game of chicken? The Prince and the King looked at each other, nodding lightly. Even if they were the ones facing the Brightmoon 8, they could not make any reckless moves. The Wargod No. 1 was poorer in function. It was not easy to keep up and continuously face off against the Brightmoon 8. But nobody would know that if no moves were made - itd be in big trouble if it attacked. Right now, Skeleton could only y the mind game and provoke the opponents sense of pride, triggering her to initiate an attack. The only way to win was to figure out the opponents weakness, no matter how small it was. The masters present were not disappointed. In reality, every yer at this level had an ego. There was no way to make the Wargod No. 1 court its own death knowing the situation was impossible to deal with. The Wargod No. 1 could remain motionless, but the Brightmoon 8.0 could not. This was a pilots pride. Milo could not be bothered by this problem. It was just that she knew, from the previous round, that the opponent was not easy to fool. Since that was the case, she had to do the real thing. The Brightmoon 8.0 struck her pose, ready to attack. It was Milos habit, or even the habit which many of the Moons yers had. They saw an exceptional importance in the starting stance. Only that could express their unique style and pride. Of course, a stance like that made it easier to unleash their powers too. The Brightmoon 8.0 dashed right out, employing sessive Arched Side Steps. But this was different from thest time. The Brightmoon 8.0 attacked, swords shing. Bam! Bam bam bam bam .... Chapter 93: The Ultimate Defense Chapter 93: The Ultimate Defense Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Brightmoon 8.0 struck hard as it made high level arched movements, each blownding precisely at the end of the movement of each Arched Slide Step. If the previous face off was not considered stressful, this high frequency attack would definitely elicit a response. Attacking was always easier than defending. In between the consecutive stabs, the Brightmoon 8.0 was kept busy. The Arched Side Steps followed one after another, and the blows had to be delivered in between each of the arched steps. Missing even one would mean trouble because it would be breaking up the flow of attacks. Even though the Brightmoon 8.0 was a lightweight mech, the stabs could easily pierce through the opponent, especially a mech like the Wargod No. 1, which had such thin and brittle defenses. Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! The Wargod No. 1 had actually sessfully defended a flowing sequence of Arched Side Steps. However, the Brightmoon 8.0 did not stop. Uponpleting the sixth step, it made a sudden turn. The engines roared. In an instant, it made another turn in the opposite direction. Boom... boom... boom boom boom boom... Who could have thought that there would be another series of Arched Side Step attacks in the counter-direction following a powerful turn? But the Wargod No. 1 anticipated every single one of them, urately blocking every blow with its knife. After another round of Arched Side Steps, in the final blow, the Brightmoon 8.0 mech rapidly fell back. This blow was not about killing the opponent, but borrowing strength to build distance and separate herself from the opponent. Milo adjusted her breathing. She did not expect to face such a steady opponent here. The counter-archs final blow could have been even fiercer, but Milo changed her mind. She felt that she would still not be able to break the opponents defence. The Wargod No. 1 was not good at defending itself. The pilot was key to the sessful parries. Masasi and Atos kept silent. They were not paying attention to Milo, but to the movements of the Wargod No. 1. Most people were engrossed in the exquisite arches the Brightmoon 8.0 made, but nobody noticed the Wargod No. 1 moving. This was the best part in the eyes of masters like Masasi and Atos. The tiny steps taken was like an art. Every step was just right. The estimations were perfectly urate. The problem with arcs was that its curvature could be easily determined, meaning Milos attacks could all be calcted. What was difficult was moving while calcting. There was no use in being able to keep up with the battle mentally but not physically. The Wargod No. 1 absolutely made the right choice. Passive defense on the same spot was an airtight andplete defense. Masasi and Atos felt that they could apud this yer. But... Milo adjusted her breathing, her short hair lightly blowing. She had not encountered such an opponent for a long time now. It seemed like she had no choice but to make a move. While it was being a little unfair, she could not stand losing to someone else. The Brightmoon 8.0s assassination sword pointed diagonally at the sky and swept down lightly. It was as though she was delivering some kind of salute. The spectators in the Moon became visibly excited. This was the female assassins proudest form of victory call. What it meant was telling the opponent this: You will not be able block this move, even if you see iting. This was also the ultimate trick that made Lady Stormsword famous across the Moon - the Song of the Storm. A song to break the skies. The Brightmoon 8.0 moved, turning into a ray of silver light. The engines were fully engaged, and the energy shield dissipated. This attack no longer needed one to possess any defense, plus it was important to conserve energy in case the mechs core could not produce enough. Boom boom boom boom... The Brightmoon 8.0 appeared in front of the Wargod No. 1 in a ghostlike fashion. This was the only time the tracks were visible. The sword attacked and then disappeared. Although the 12 consecutive arched skills were powerful, it had a certain rhythm and pace. The Song of the Storm had a rhythm as well, but it was a rhythm without a beat. Frequency-changing arches. The arches were all joined together, sometimes going north, sometimes south, sometimes forward, and sometimes backwards. It was like teleporting, unable to see where it was exactly. The sword reflected the light in all directions, blinding and consuming the Wargod No. 1. The audience could only hear the unending shes and sparks. The broadcasting rooms, countless cafes, and countless CT clubs; whoever walked by stopped in their tracks. Lady Stormswords unsolvable Song of the Storm - 64 Heavenly Strikes! The advantages of the Brightmoon 8.0 mech were perfectly utilized. It attempted to grasp hold of the opponents weakness and kill it quickly while moving at a high speed. Yet Masasi and Atos wore concerned looks on their faces. In the time psed, there were more than 64 strikes. 81 consecutive attacks??? They looked at each other, perplexed. Its had only been some time, and Milo had made such a great leap in performance? No, it might be that it was only attainable in an environment like CT. An anaerobic forced operation of 81 consecutive attacks, even yers with Ability X matched with a Brightmoon 8.0 would probably choke to death under the stress of the attacks. But it was possible in CT. It seemed that Milo had gotten serious. People. Even the more rational and well-tempered ones can get provoked. BOOM! An earth-shaking explosion. Sparks flew all over. It was over! Masasi and Atos smiled. Doing 81 consecutive attacks in CT was also a good gauge for doing the same in real life as they would remember how it felt. As they grew in capabilities, using it was only a matter of time. Skeleton did a considerably good deed. Then the sound system rang. "Skeleton, win!" The audience from Earth had yet to react, but the normally calm Moon crowd had already stormed out. Some even jumped from their seats like flocks of ducks whose food was taken. That was absolutely impossible. The consecutive kills had never, ever failed on the Moon. It was impossible for it to be defeated on Earth! It was rigged! The ultimate move had the potential to take down a group of people all at once. In the battle that brought her to fame, Lady Stormsword had used it to kill five tinum ss yers in an instant, bringing her up to the diamond ss. Now that her skills improved, she lost the battle instead. How was that possible? Compared to the rash audience from the Moon, the usually rowdy Earth viewers were calm. Those who had watched Skeleton battle were long ustomed to it. There was no need to hurry. Even if the analysis took longer, the slow-mo reys would definitely be screened. The truth would be out in no time. In less than a minute, the ring reflection from before was presented in front of the audience once again. It was important to note that the Brightmoon 8.0s functions had been risen to a ghastly level, so it could perform an attack on all sides. Even the Wargod No. 1s functions did not allow for a timely turnaround. The difference in levels was stark. The thing is, nobody said that an opponents attack could only be blocked from the front. Shortly past the 10-second mark, people were no longer paying attention to the Brightmoon 8.0s boundless, thunderous Song of the Storm, but the Wargod No. 1s boundless defense. Mech and man were one. Any part of the body could always make the most appropriate defense at any angle. Of the attacks, there were no less than 7 that could not be defended against. But sessful defense could be exchanged with minimal costs - some cuts and injuries at non-vital parts were necessary. The Wargod No. 1 had a thin cover, but it was not made of paper. There had to be some sacrifices. After the 70th defense, there was aplete psychological change. Milo was mentally breaking down bit by bit. She felt that the opponent could not be defeated. The Wargod No. 1 had barely moved. It stood in front of her like a tall, unwavering mountain. It was clear that an upfront stab would take the opponent down, but not a single attack made it. The 64th stab was her sharpest and best. It was the strike that had the best chance of killing the Wargod No. 1. But the Wargod No. 1 did not put up any defense. Instead, he shed out with the alloy knife. The blow came crashing towards her, ready to take both of them down at the same time. In that instant, she decided to dodge instead. No fatal injuries were sustained as she escaped, but from then on, the strength and will behind her attacks drastically fell. Although 81 attacks would be way more suave, it could not be done. It was toote for Milo to regret. Decisions made in the spur of the moment always turned the tables on the battlefield. The braver man wins. This blow was magnified and reyed. Countless Moon people sighed in pity. They were awed by the Wargod No. 1s defense skills, but it was a sure-win opportunity for Lady Stormsword, her strongest attack. Yet Lady Stormsword turned "greedy." When the 81st attack was made almost out of pure instinct, the Prince and hispany could tell that the air of confidence had evaporated. The Wargod No. 1 had grabbed the assassinating sword with its left hand, its alloy knife piercing through in one stab. This was the only time the Wargod No. 1 made an attack in the entire course of the battle. What an easy, rxed kill. The Brightmoon 8.0 had helplessly thrown herself at it. For some reason, the spectator stand turned silent at this scene. They could feel the hopelessness the Brightmoon 8.0 mech felt. Lady Stormswords fighting spirit waspletely torn. She lost all confidence in herself. This level of defense was... terrifying. Winning without fighting! Hung on the alloy knife, the Brightmoon 8.0 was like a token of victory in an archaic hunt. And the Wargod No. 1 was the hunter. There was no other! Having been through so many battles, the Skeleton Corps shared the same chemistry. They pointed at the rotunda in unity. It was the hand sign of the Skeleton Corps. Only the space was the end. Silent cheers were the loudest! Solon punched his fist in the air. He won! This was not a show-down, but the first ever time the Earth he represented defeated a yer from the Moon. He had a bet with the CEO of the Moon district, and he had an all-time win. Money was secondary. Their status in the CT Sr System Conference were to change from this point on. Who said a single man could not change the world? "Its been hard on all of you. Well double all your wages for the month!" Solon waved his arm. The team burst into cheers. They cheered "long live the Boss!" Bubbly Foam looked calmly at Little Deer. "Comrade Old Deer, you dont seem any surprised at the results!" Old Deer was indeed steady. "I think... that Lady Stormsword is on her period." Forum. The vast poption of yers were swift in responding. "Old Deer, your moms calling for you to go home for milk!" Masasi and Atos watched the rey in silence. They couldnt bear to remain in their seats for a second longer. This persons style was unlike any on the Sr System, but more like.... But it was no time to discuss that. Atos looked at Masasi. Masasi grabbed the door handle, only to realise it could not be opened. "Will you open the door, Milo?" Masasi tried to use his calmest voice, but there was still no response. They sighed and resigned to fate. Failing was not scary. Whats scary was the opponent using the textbook operations to take you down when you were serious about the game. Chapter 94: The Old Merchant Is Back Chapter 94: The Old Merchant Is Back Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas An absolutely exciting show that was no different from dancing on the edge of disaster! Lady Stormsword was crushed! The victorious all-rounded defense! To know the extent of the Wargod No. 1s defense capabilities, you just had to watch the video. He continued to defend perfectly, even when the Brightmoon 8.0 made its sharpest attack. There were too many people who were good at attacking. What about those who were good at defending? The consecutive skills made by Brightmoon 8.0 were considered highly ranked even among the high-end mecha. How, then, was such a perfect defense achieved? Live viewership among VIP yers skyrocketed. It exceeded 2 million, setting yet another new record. However, it was not the usual bout of rampaging attacks, but a defensive one, acting mostly passive during the battle, yet winning upon making the first strike! Tyrant Su burst into Wang Zhengs room, iling in excitement. Student Wang was doing sit-ups. It was as if he could train anytime, anywhere. Yan Xiaosu stared at him for a moment. "Arent you tired?" Wang Zheng started. "Tired? What?" Yan Xiaosu smiled forcibly. Talk was going around that the tough battle must have taken a toll on both yers even though it was in a CT environment. Forget about other things, just the urate defense moves alone used enormous amounts of energy both physically and mentally each time there was a sh. This was definitely something that everyone experienced when they yed CT. The more they fought, the more energy-consuming it was. It was not just a physical activity, but a mental one too. The sort of extreme output and extreme defense made earlier on would have knocked anyone else out. Yet this one behaved as if nothing had ever happened. "Take it as I didnt say a thing. You wanna go on?" Yan Xiaosu asked. "Anything." Yan Xiaosu thought for a bit. "Forget it, there arent any good opponents at the moment anyway." Tyrant Su called himself the Dog-headed General. Although Wang Zheng was good at other aspects, he was king when it came to having business acumen. They settled the bill. The boss hadnt time to give two hoots about them. Every time Skeletonpeted, his business would be exceptionally good. The number of consumers who bought drinks were numerous times that of the usual. The audience savoured the slow-mo ybacks. The wild attacks Lady Stormsword made were once considered the ultimate swordy by countless yers from the Moon. It was theoretically known to be the ultimate set of attacks. No one thought it could have been defended against right upfront. The whole set of 81 moves and attacks was as smooth as silk. It was not random. There was a strategy to it if you looked at it and analysed closely. Channels that analysed battles were all putting up their own versions of analysis. The official channel, spection from forums, masters yers... every take on the matter varied. Chen Xiu and Ailun took charge of Lady Stormsword and Skeleton respectively. It was evident that theyered, progressive attacks were anything but messy. Chen Xiu broke down and analysed every single move in the consecutive attacks Lady Stormsword made, highlighting the key points in red. And to be honest, Chen Xiu was shocked when hepleted his analysis. The movements in the 81 attacks were just like that of a constetion diagram. If not for the fact that he studied physics and that he had a knack for remembering everything hed seen, it was likely that nobody would have ever took notice. Super Xiu was already pretty well known in the Skeleton Corps. His analysis videos were different from the official ones. He had his own unique way of interpretation. As for Lady Stormsword, everyone thought it was a wild, spontaneous attack. Who would have thought that there were so many theories and reasons behind them? Plus, hardly anyone studied a loser. But when the constetion diagram was shown, people began to feel differently. Could it be a coincidence? Do such coincidences exist? Ailun was in charge of Skeletons steps. The results made both men drop their jaws. It was a mirror image of the constetion diagram... The closely sewn defense looked like an act. But no matter how much training one normally underwent, it was difficult to achieve such a level. This victory had made an infinite number of Earth yers proud. Their excitement would not subside. The Wild King, Rainbow, Qiangsen, and the rest naturally went on to organise their team battles. Under such circumstances, it didnt matter if they won or lost. Theyd be happy either way. Even Chen Xiu and Ailun could not stop themselves from joining in the battle. Every time there was an important match, the activity of people in the Ares Pacts social circle would sky-rocket. The social circle was amunity of virtual friends. They could make mecha spare parts and trade all sorts of memorabilia. At this point of technological advancement, it was considerably huge that virtual trading made up 30 percent of the normal market. The Ares Pact depended on the mecha battle games, but its main profits still came from trading within the social circle and around its perimeters. The game itself mainly garnered users and poprity. At the same time, the Pact was constantly being renewed. Maintaining the position of a trend-setter had be an indispensable part of the virtual life, and there were those who made a living around the Pact. In the Earth district, all sorts of Skeleton figurines were in trend. Nobody knew what Skeleton looked like, but caricature figurines designed ording to his name were extremely popr. Just like the throned master yers, each one of them had their own sizeable fan club. It was like an industry of its own, no different from TV and movie stars. Take for instance the more renowned, good-looking Prince. He endorsed a number of products, and over 60 percent of the viewers of his live streamed battles were female. Also one of the hottest, most popr yers, Wang Zhengs videos views were hitting the roof, and they could make it into the top ten. But he did not pose a threat to masters like the Prince; it was just that he attracted a great deal of attention. The Prince and his fellow master yers had numerous years of experience. It took them countless ssic battles to get them where they were. Little Skeleton was just a newbie no matter how you looked at him. His toughest opponent was no more than a diamond ss. But because of the titles, the best of the best would not make a move on a whim. A small pebble could create big ripples. There was not much glory to winning, but losing the game also meant losing face, so most of them only watched. Back on campus, An Mei was waiting for Yan Xiaosu. She did not care to be courteous in front of Wang Zheng. "I say, Wang Zheng, you cant just take my Xiaosu away so often! Go get yourself a girlfriend, quickly!" Wang Zhengughed. "Alright, alright! Ill make it a point to report to you in the future, Sister-in-Law." "Meimei, Boss and I were discussing important stuff. Money-making stuff!" "Tsk. What important things could the two of you be up to? You mustve been out partying." An Mei rolled her eyes at Xiaosu. It was deniable that the present An Mei was wildly attractive. She gave off a youthful and womanly air from head to toe. She was beautiful. People often said that women in happy rtionships were the most attractive, and this was absolutely the case. She barely wore any makeup recently, but her great condition made her unstoppable. Yan Xiaosu did not have a handsome face, but he was a dutiful boyfriend. He had a great personality, was generous, and was considerably popr at school. Wang Zheng had had a taste of An Meis shrewdness, so he quickly bade goodbye. "OK, I will leave you to yourselves now." He did appear lonely, but in reality, Wang Zheng did not feel devastated like most other people would. He thought it to be weird. He had a great fighting spirit. Perhaps it was fair to say that in some aspects, he was just as special as Aina. Lin Huiyuns Angelic concert was about to arrive, so Beijing was crowded like never before. The whole area surrounding the concert venue was jampacked. Barely anyone could pass through anywhere. As the perfect representative of the younger generations idols, Lin Huiyin was unparalleled when it came to satisfying young peoples desire for innocence. Moreover, celebrities from the An Kingdom attracted tons of fans wherever they went. Students from Ares College, Beijing University, and other top schools were infinitely passionate. Campuses barely had such youthful energy. Everyone from Dormitory 007 were out, except for Wang Zheng. It was needless to talk about to the girls. It was totally like a festival. All media live streamed this particr concert. On the streets, screens on the skyscrapers were all streaming live footage from the concert. The whole city was singing in celebration. There were also many who came from other cities in the Sr System. Even though interstermuting was convenient, it was still very costly. But that did not stop enthusiastic fans. Thetest single. "Not Afraid." gave everyone a pleasant surprise. Even judges who were usually picky had given nods of approval. They thought that apart from her pretty face, Lin Huiyin had a beautiful voice that had great flexibility and potential. Her musical intelligence. especially, was extremely high. There was another highlight for this concert. That is, Lin Huiyin had an inspiration on her way to Earth. She had written a new piece, and she was going to perform it for the first time ever in her concert. This was really encouraging for her Earth fans. Nobody could have imagined that Lin Huiyin valued her Earth show so much. Even though she was popr there, the market was rather small. Such an important event would usually take ce in An. It could only be said that Lin Huiyin indeed meant it when she proimed her fancy of Earth. Backstage, the humongous crew was busy operating organizedly. The Earth fans enthusiasm was way beyond the crews imagination. Sometimes, trying out new things would reap a bountiful harvest. Lin Huiyin, together with everyone else, was very excited. Music brought her joy, and it was her favorite thing to do. While everybody was busy partying, Wang Zheng came to the bookshop. More urately, he came to the pancake stall opposite the bookshop. An odd thing to do, but Wang Zheng came without giving any second thoughts. At the stall, an old man was gulping his pancakes. The stall owners, an elderly couple, were very hospitable. "Old Merchant, youre back! You n on staying long?" Old Merchant chuckled, shaking his head. "Ive got some things to do. Im old now, so Ive got to make good use of every single second." "Ah. Well, Wang Zheng has done you proud! Hes a student at Ares now. Your many years of guidance did not go to waste!" The couple were honest people. They had insisted on standing by the traditional skills passed down from the older generations, but fewer people knew how to tell the good stuff apart. They made beancurd in the mornings and pancakes during other times. The couple was not wealthy, but were very happy with their lives. Wang Zheng spotted that familiar silhouette from afar. He couldnt help but feel agitated. His parents had not been there for him since young, so Old Merchant was his only family. Seeing Wang Zheng appear out of nowhere, Old Merchantughed. "Youd! Still so childish at your age!" Wang Zheng ruggedly took a seat, staring at Old Merchant without saying a word. Old Merchant stroke his beard and struck a pretty impressive pose. "Well? Youve guessed who I am? Dont idolise me and dont feel touched!" Wang Zheng rolled his eyes and put his hand out. "Smelly old man. Pay up!" Old Merchant was stumped. His shocked reaction was immediately followed by a tight hug from Wang Zheng. "Wee back, old man!" Chapter 95: Peeping Tom Chapter 95: Peeping Tom Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Alright! Cant you be more gentle? My old bones cant take your brute force!" n Tucker chuckled, patting Wang Zheng on the shoulder. "Youve done well. Better than what I had expected." Wang Zheng ordered the no. 5, the extrarge Pancake with extra toppings. He had always had a big appetite. During this period, Wang Zheng had actually guessed that there was only one scientist who had such vast knowledge -- n Tucker! He looked up n Tuckers information online. Tucker disappeared ten years ago, and that was also about the time he showed up here. "Old Merchant, just what happened? I have a stomach full of questions. Just what is this dastardly Rubiks Cube?" Old Merchant smiled. "The Rubiks Cube is the Rubiks Cube. The Rubiks Cube chose you!" What Old Merchant said made Wang Zhengs jaw drop. After Old Merchant escaped from the Galileo Stars, he had nned to return to his hometown, Norton Star. However, he was met with an interster storm. There was too much turbulence in the time and space around Galileo, and even space fleets had to be wary, let alone a small ship that flew all over the ce. He thought that he wouldnt make it through this time, but that was when the Rubiks Cube, which had the properties of scrap metal after so many years of study, finally activated. It made an incredible long-ranged teleport. When Earth appeared in front of Old Merchant, he got a huge shock. With directions from the magic cube, Old Merchant found Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng was still a mischievous young child back then. That was Old Merchants destiny: receiving guidance and help when he needed them. Old Merchant was a stranger to Earth. But very soon, he fell in love with it. As a top scientist, he had an entirely different understanding of the universe. Yet during his time on Earth, he felt a force he had never felt before and saw something which scientists could only see after making it through their bottlenecks. Many early scientists believed in materialism. But as their studies went further in-depth, a number of them began to study "destiny." Their research was of a different type. The universe was ruled byws of nature, but did thesews have some form of awareness? The type of awareness was not mankinds narrow form of awareness, but awareness on arge scale. That was to say, God, or destiny. After so many years of research, n Tucker had entered some kind of insane, stubborn research. To study the cube, not only did he make a breakthrough in thews of physics, but also in many other areas. He could well live up to the title of one of the greatest men who ever existed, with the ability to change the worlds history. Yet he had no exnation for the cube. n Tucker spent a long time pondering after arriving on Earth. Just what was his destiny? Was it to be the greatest scientist in all of history? He could do it if he wanted to. However, that could not be called destiny. As he pondered, Wang Zheng appeared, and the Rubiks Cube reacted. Looking at this yful boy, n Tucker suddenly understood. Men were the origin of everything. The cube appeared where something special existed. This childs presence, himing from the faraway Galileo Stars, none of it could possibly be a mere coincidence. Wang Zhengs parents were odd people. They were a n determined to carry on their ancient traditions. While they were called a n, their status had been drowned out and they were just an ordinary family. But Wang Zhengs parents were still very proud. They believed that their family carried the blood of the once glorious Wang n. Wang Zheng was the 81st generation. Of course, that was just what they liked to talk about. Wang was one of the main surnames. There were too many people with thest name Wang. Wang Zheng knew that his father had always talked about such nonsense to others. But what one says may not mean what the listener hears. The walls opened in n Tuckers heart. He saw his path. Wang Zheng listened as Old Merchant spoke. If not for the existence of the Rubiks Cube, he would have thought that the man in front of him was nothing more than a convincing conman who was great at spouting nonsense. Was he someone who could change the destiny of the world? The world was in a pretty good state. What did it have to do with him? Moreover, what age were they living in? The times where individual heroes could make a change had long gone. The vast, interstermunity ruled by the great Milky Way Alliance. It waspletely, absolutely different from when there was just Earth, the Moon, and Mars. Other things aside, the Zerg still existed, and this being was as indestructible as cockroaches. But have you heard of roaches destroying humans? The Zerg tribe was now merely part of humans goals to exterminate. The only limits for mankind was the universe. This was not merely Wang Zhengs views, but everybody elses as well. n Tucker understood Wang Zhengs doubts, but it was impossible to understand the meaning of life without having lived to his age and without going through what he went through. "Kid, youve got pretty good taste, huh? That girl, Aina, shes not bad at all. Compatible with you." "Damn, old man. Have you been peeping? Didnt you go on a vacation?" Wang Zheng asked. Old Merchantughed. "I had to do my work, but I had to keep an eye on you too. You do your thing, I do mine. No need to talk about stuff, but if you want to marry the princess of An, youve got to work hard." Wang Zheng scratched his head. "Old Merchant, do you think Im being ridiculous? But I really believe that I can do it if I work hard enough." Old Merchant wagged his finger. "Youre wrong. Youre the most special form of existence in the world. No matter who you like, nothing is ridiculous." Words like that woulde off as arrogant if someone else said it. But he was n Tucker. His existence was once the peak of the world. "To be honest, only you know what your future brings. The purpose of my existence is to help you, to share my experiences with you. The stuff youve been doing with Xiao Fei is very good." Wang Zheng giggled. "It was because of this that I guessed your identity and made some money, Old Merchant!" "Aha! Thats enough. You dont have to worry about such things, I will do them for you. You only have to do what you want to." Old Merchant took out a data drive as he spoke. "This contains the post-work form. Take them out step by step." Wang Zheng got worried. "This.. actually, with your current situation, if you published these theories, the world would see you in a new light." Old Merchant chuckled. "At this age, I dont care about prestige anymore. Moreover, what happened ten years ago made me understand the rules of this game. I havent just been idling and running a bookshop on the verge of closing down all these years!" A genius with S ss gics; it was a frightening thing to see once the Old Merchant was enlightened. Moreover, he had plenty of resources in the Milky Way Alliance. But Old Merchant had his own questions too. When Wang Zheng told him how the cube had changed before and after, Old Merchant was stumped. Student Wang was rather pleased that he had managed to stun the world-renowned super scientist. What could this be if this was not destiny? To him, sess and failure no longer mattered. It was enough that he could witness theing of a new age. "Dont tell anybody about this." "Dont worry. Im not dumb. By the way, where will you stay now that the house has been sold?" Wang Zheng asked. "I still have much work to do. Just in case anything happens, I will reach out to you." Wang Zheng could do whatever he liked, but Old Merchant had to keep a lookout on him. An all-rounded genius warrior would be highly sought-after. But if people were to find out he was behind this, it would be apletely different narrative. Old Merchant came and left hurriedly. He left after telling Wang Zheng what to look out for. Wang Zheng was kept in a good mood for half the day and finished every single bit of the pancakes. At his age, he desired a family. Having been through a period of loss and disorientation, he was clearer of his goals and had a lot more confidence. But Old Merchants habit of teasing others had not gone away. He was already at the door when he suddenly turned around and said, "That girl, Ye Zisu, shes not bad either." Student Wang had noment for this old gossip monger. As Wang Zheng and Old Merchant discussed their ns, Lin Huiyins concert peaked. Every single one of her songs were familiar to young people. They used to attract more girls, but her one song, "Not Afraid," had attracted countless male fans. When the soothing voice suddenly stopped, a Wargod No. 1 appeared on the big screens. The whole stadium fell silent. Everyone knew what was going to happen. A retro storytelling sing-song session coupled with dance steps. This was also the first time Lin Huiyin was going to fly. Sparks flying, an enormous Wargod No. 1 descended from the skies. The whole stadium erupted and went wild. The hatch opened, and Lin Huiyin slid down. Wearing a military uniform, she looked brave. In the video, the Wargod No. 1s strength was unparalleled. Im not afraid, to take a stand Everybody,e take my hand As soon as Lin Huiyin opened her mouth, the audience began singing along. It was full of stubbornness and rebellion. It was full of young dreams and young passions. It spoke to the hearts of hundreds of thousands of young people. Everyone waved their hands wildly in the air. Everybody,e take my hand Rain or shine, we will finish this together No matter harsh winter or summer Yan Xiaosu and Anmei were standing in the audience. Anmei was dressed extremely sexily, emitting youthful energy from head to toe. They jumped up and down, holding hands. Beside them were Ye Zisu, Meng Tian, Du Qingqing, and the wolves of 007. They were acting unlike their usual, elite behaviour, dancing as they liked. The usually high ss elite, Yao Ailun, on the other hand, wore a cheeky, casual outfit. He danced like a snake, full of groove. Student Ailun was known to be good at everything. The tickets were not from Tyrant Su. Such things naturally came from the generous, beautiful Ye Zisu. It was a pity that Wang Zheng didnt join them. "Not Afraid" brought the whole concert to its peak. But this also meant that the show wasing to an end. The fans could not bear to for it end, as no one knew when would be the next time Lin Huiyin woulde back to Earth. When the song ended, everything fell silent. The lights were dimmed. This didnt seem like an ending, but... Chapter 96: War of the Blind Chapter 96: War of the Blind Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Only then did everybody recall. It was said that Lin Huiyin had written a new song on her way to Earth. Preceded by the championing single, "Not Afraid," everybody had high expectations of the new piece. When word of the new song got out, people were doubtful. Writing a song required good inspiration and pouring in the soul. The songs unique style had gained much attention, but the question was: was it that simple toe up with a new song? How much skills could a little girl like her possess? The lights were still dim when therge screens came alive. It was like a world of darkness. The world gradually grew bright. A soldier wearing the Earth Alliance uniform appeared. He seemed to be from the special forces. Judging by the medals he wore, he had been through many wars. All of a sudden, he was encapsted in a dark, underground battlefield. The whole section was surrounded by enemies and there was no choice but to activate the nuclear weapon. And him, the soldier, the leader of the team, executed the final task. When all his section mates had evacuated, his mech blew up. Although he survived the ordeal, his world became dark. He was blind. What did this mean for a soldier? A warrior? His name was Johnson. He was a soldier. These videos came from war records. Right about then, the narration began. A low voice said, "To soldiers, only death is the end. The fight never ends." The screens changed into a CT battle scene. Wargod No. 1 versus the Dark Lord. Everyone was surprised. What was this concert about? But very soon, the audience was astounded. This was the final pride of a blind warrior. He was battling in a different way. He was as skillful as ever. Nobody could have thought that this lead role was a warrior from Earth. That was their pride! The singing began, apanying the bewildering battle. If I could see, I would tell day apart from night I would hold your hand in the crowd If I could see, I would drive you all around If I could see, my life would not be the same But what I want... The darkness I see is not the dark. The light you describe, what is light? Nobody had thought that Lin Huiyins new song would be so lyrical. Yet it was different from the feeling of refreshment in the past. Her sweet voice rang in their ears, but what their eyes saw was war on a battlefield. How did a blind person achieve this? But his opponent was no less than him. Riding a Wargod No. 1 to battle in such aplex, underground environment? The song and the battle. An ultimate pair. The tension in the battlefield was at its highest. Johnson made a move. It was also then that the song suddenly came to a climax. You are my eyes, you bring me through the changes of the seasons. You are my eyes... Even though it was a new song, in that moment, the audience erupted. Just what was this? Determination. Perseverance. A sh of the titans. This was the meaning of life! When thest line of "you are my eyes" faded away, the Wargod No. 1 saluted his opponent on the big screen. Such failure was, in a way, sess. Lin Huiyin took a deep bow. "Thank you, everybody. Earth is a beautiful. Everything here has left me a deep impression. This song is for you, and for all the brave warriors!" All of her fans went wild. The crowd continued to cheer for a long time after Lin Huiyin left the stage. If "Not Afraid" expressed deep seated rebellion, this new song hade to a whole new level. Lin Huiyin had begun to look at the very nature of mankind. There were plenty of media reporters andmentators present. Just by looking at her fans reaction, you could tell that Lin Huiyin had sessfully conveyed her message. Without doubt, this was going to be the headline on the cover page. An unstoppable, changing voice of an angel! During the curtain call, a row of naked men came running out. They spelled out Lin Huiyins name in the Anguage, topped with a huge heart shape. Seeing that the camera was facing them, the well-built men struck a pose to unt their muscles while wildly screaming Lin Huiyins name. The men and women were all cheering. The audiences excitement did not subside. Everything was already perfect when "Not Afraid" was performed, and no one could have thought that a surprise would top it off, like a cherry on the icing. In just those few moments, the live broadcast viewership came to an all-year high everywhere in the Sr System. Many other ces in the Milky Way also did live streaming of the Earth concert. This untitled new single was simultaneously made known to everyone. Within an hour, Lin Huiyinstest single, "War of the Blind," had received over 8 million pre-orders. Some faraway countries in the Milky Way Alliance also began to pay attention to this on the fringe. Members of the Skeleton Corps lost their minds. The lead characters in the MV were Skeleton and Johnson, the vice captain of the Corps. Songs and their stories were inseparable. Johnson could not see clearly. Everything in front of him was just a blur, but he could clearly hear the voice. The voice that touched his soul, the voice that sang his desires. At that moment, his Skylink rang. "Johnson, to celebrate your outstanding performance, the nation would like to bear all the costs of your restoration surgery." The entire procedure was extremely costly. It involved organ reconstruction. Johnson did not bear any hopes, neither did he have a single word ofint. There were simply too many men who were like him in the army. As soldiers, they neverined. Not from the moment they put their uniforms on. Now there was hope for him... there was a chance that he could see the light again. He was willing to give anything just to put on his uniform and ride a mech again. His spirit would have continued to burn even if his body was destroyed. Wang Zheng heard the new single too. On his way back, many pedestrians and maic force vehicles had stopped in their tracks to listen to this song. The earlier songs could put people in good moods. They provided an outlet for people to express themselvesfortably. But this song was on a different level. It moved people. It touched souls. Wang Zheng listened to the whole song in silence. He changed his mind about Lin Huiyin. He could feel that there was something admirable about this girl for her to be able topose a piece like that. Back in his dormitory, Wang Zheng began to study the things Old Merchant gave him. He had only prepared the for the forme in stage one and could only take part in the remaining stages. Wang Zheng believed that given Xiao Feis capabilities, she just needed some time to make the n work. But with Old Merchants help, it would definitely, 100 percent, work. Old Merchant had given the final three step form. It wasnt just a guide to space navigation, but also an introduction to teleportation. Having spent so much time with Old Merchant, Wang Zheng also became addicted to arithmetic and could easily work such things out through calctions. These days, Wang Zheng only truly idolised Old Merchant. He really lived up to his reputation. How did hee to make his calctions this way? Student Wang smiled to himself as he did the math. The theories required, Old Merchant had taught him. Even though the final results were given, going through the whole justification process still took quite some time. In reality, there was no need for Wang Zheng to be too hard on himself. Even if n Tucker provided the form needed, there would be no more than ten men in the whole Milky Way who could solve it. There was a particr type of genius, who could stand proudly amongst heroes. n Tucker was one of them. Wang Zheng was so engrossed in his study that he lost track of time. Footsteps came crashing in, and all sorts of whining andmenting came from the corridors. The doors opened. Yao Ailun and gang skipped in, pouncing right at Wang Zheng. "Where on earth did you go? Let me tell you something: missing out on such an exciting concert, youll regret that for a lifetime!" Yao Ailun eximed. Zhang Shan could not let the concert go. "Wang Zheng you really should have came! I dare say, Huiyin will be the greatest musician of this generation!" "Of course! Shes a goddess - my goddess!" Chen Xius cheeks and eyes were all red. It seemed like he had been crying. "Look at you! Shes all our of goddess! Wang Zheng, are you a man? You actually missed Lin Huiyins concert!" Yao Ailun shook his head and sighed. The kid standing in front of him was of no hope. Zhang Shan and Chen Xiu looked at Wang Zheng too, as if doubting his orientation in a particr aspect. Wang Zheng was speechless. What was wrong with these people! Was being obsessed with Lin Huiyin human nature? Even if eggs were delicious, there was no need to befriend the chicken thatid it. "Damn. When did you be such a hard learner?" There was a pile of mathematical workings on Wang Zhengs desk. "Are you for real? You didnt show up for Huiyins concert and cooped yourself in here to do these things? What a hypocrite!" Zhang Shan was hysterical. Thisd spent significantly more time in the Mecha Department than in Physics. Soon, he was expected to spend more time in special training, and now he was dabbling in calculus? Yao Ailun could not stop looking after he nced through the first page. It could have been the post-concert high that made his brains work better than usual. "Good.... Lord... What on earth is this???" Chen Xiu joined in. The two of them had pretty high standards, and Xiao Fei had taken special interest in grooming them. But they could hardly make sense out of Wang Zhengs workings. It seemed like... Because Zhang Shan hadpletely turned his interests to mecha, and because he was slower than the rest, he could not understand a single thing. "Whats that? Ive never seen some of these forms. Is this Bolres Rule? Its applicable?" Zhang Shan wore an incredulous look. He knew that Wang Zheng behaved like a monster. Could it be....? Yao Ailun flipped through the pages. "Dont tell me youve...." "Im not through with it. But seems like its possible." Wang Zheng exined. He did up the first stage all by himself, but it was better not to tell them. It would freak them out. The three of them looked at each other and screamed. Xiao Fei was also at the concert. She was a special guest. She had great seats and could even take pictures with Lin Huiyin after the concert. She was Lin Huiyins fan, Lin Huiyin was her fan. Different Industries, but each a shining star in her own area. Lin Huiyin was also ted that her Earth show went so very well. Ever since arriving on Earth, shes had some great inspirations and had finally made a breakthrough. She was no longer "just a beautiful voice" now that she could create music with soul. Music told stories. Stories came from people. Now that her music embodied people, they had stories and souls. Her music could now convey more messages. The unique feelings it evoked could cross borders, cross the boundaries of race, and even cross generations. Chapter 97: Return of the Top Student Chapter 97: Return of the Top Student Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Xiao Fei enjoyed listening to music while she did her research work. Following the melody, she would enter a whole new world, in her own beat and rhythm. Once she entered the world of research, the music would appear to disappear. The music would resonate with her. This was why Xiao Fei liked Lin Huiyin. In the An empire, scientists had a status that was right after the royals. Where An was today had alle from the vast amount of technologies it possessed, all of it brought forth by scientists. They had extended their warm invitation to Xiao Fei, and it was a pity that Xiao Fei had turned it down. Even then, the An School of Science continued to sing high praises of her. They believed that the woman would be a shining star in the scientific world. Xiao Fei had proved that right in no more than a few years. Because of her young age and her S-ss genes, almost all sciences in the physics branch would give mention of her. She easily ranked among the top hundred scientists in the century. Lin Huiyin had even more admiration for Xiao Fei. The rtionship between physics and human development was a very deep subject. She could not understand much of it. Xiao Fei had studied in An for a period of time and was familiar with the ce. The two women had too many topics inmon. Xiao Feis Skylink rang. Very untimely. She had adjusted her settings to private, with a few special exceptions. Yao Ailun? Whats thed up to in the middle of the night? "Yao Ailun, it better be something important, else you watch out!" Teacher Xiao, pretty harsh. Yao Ailun threaded carefully, "Well, Prof, Wang Zheng says hes derived the form for space navigation." Xiao Fei was talking to Lin Huiyin as she listened, and her mind stopped working for a brief moment. "Derived it? So be it... what did he derive?" "Space navigation form!" Yao Ailun was agitated beyond words. It was a very big deal! "What happened, Sister Xiao Fei?" Lin Huiyin blinked her big bright eyes. What has this got to do with Wang Zheng? "One of my students, Wang Zheng, you know him too. Hes made a breakthrough in the theory of space navigation. Ive got to go back and take a look! Sister Huiyin, do stay for a few more days if you havent got much to do." Xiao Feis heart had already made a move, but holding on to Lin Huiyins hand, she still could not bear to leave. "Ill have to discuss that with my crew. Sister, your work is more important." "Okay, you rest well. The concert today was amazing!" The more Xiao Fei looked at Lin Huiyin, the more she thought her adorable. She couldnt help but take Huiyins cheeks in her hands and kiss it. This naughty, naughty sister. Xiao Fei had returned to theboratory at top rocket speed. The heroes of 007 were already waiting for her there. Wang Zheng had seriously made the deductions for part one. These were his own derivations, different from Old Merchants. It was hard to tell whether it was for the better or for worse, because Old Merchant never madements in this aspect. He preferred letting Wang Zheng develop freely. Xiao Fei was straightforward about this. She threw her coat aside and jumped right into the research. She looked at it and cried, "Bring me my equipment!" Theory deduction still required hypothesis testing on a model. Only when the test works will it be the first step to sess. Building the model was ratherplex; it was not something ordinary students could achieve. Xiao Fei smiled as she looked on. At times, she would burst into hystericalughs. But no matter what, Pretty Lady Xiao was always sexy and attractive. The whole process took quite some time. Wang Zheng could only sit and wait. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were also working, but their speeds were way slower. It took a lot of effort just to understand it. Xiao Fei walked up to Wang Zheng all of a sudden. With an intimidating aura and an energetic look in her eyes, she asked, "How did you do it, young man?" Wang Zheng shrugged. "Teacher taught me well." Wang Zheng was referring to Old Merchant, but Xiao Fei had no idea. "What a sweet talker! Let Sister reward you." She gave Wang Zheng a hug as she spoke, and she kissed him. The sweet fragrance from her skin and her full bosom almost made Wang Zheng fail to resist. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu stared in shocked. Damn! How was that fair? He was so lucky! "Uhm... Professor, I reported it to you, shouldnt I be rewarded too?" Student Ailun spoke out daringly. In this day and age, speaking up reaped pretty good benefits. Who knows, there might be a chance? Xiao Fei red at him. "How dare you try to take advantage of me. Are you tired of living?" "Only my Little Zheng is reliable. Consider bing my boyfriend!" Having studied under Xiao Fei for a long time now, everyone knew that this "rough" pretty teacher was serious in public, but she could joke about all sorts of things in private. She was like a crazy elder sister, which made her even more attractive. Wang Zheng was taken aback. Xiao Fei burst out inughter. "Oh, look how scared you are! Little Sheep, wait till youre older! Else tongues will wag and people will say that I prey on minors!" "Professor, does my deduction work?" "Ive already looked through the theory. I am 80 percent confident of it. We should build a model soon. Once that is done, we can be 90 percent sure," said Xiao Fei. She fancied Wang Zheng more and more as she looked at him. The path of science was sometimes unfair. Sess was 1 percent talent and 99 percent hard work, yet the factor that determined sess was that 1 percent talent. Xiao Fei had actually made some of her own deductions, but it was still iplete. She did not think that her student would finish it first. That was proof of a greater genius than her. Marcus rushed down overnight. He was sleeping when Xiao Fei yelled him awake. Thankfully, Professor Marcuss wife knew him well, or she might have thought something horrible had happened. When Marcus heard of what had happened, his sleepiness went away. They were all mad scientists. He woke his entire team up. The whole team arrived at theboratory. This time round, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were also given the opportunity to participate. Being able to participate in this process was also very useful for their future endeavors. Wang Zheng had unknowingly be the core yer of the team. The interactions between him and Xiao Fei were almost telepathic. He was a fast learner and could apply his knowledge to different aspects. What he and Xiao Feimunicated, others might have taken half a day to to even react. This team was possibly the best in the entire Sr System. Marcus was ovee with emotion. This was heaven-defying speed! Where in the world did thisde from? Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were also given some tasks. Even though it was mainly for them to learn, it was a great encouragement to them both. "Brother Zheng, youre awesome!" "Thisd is god-like! Ever so steady, awesome!" Yao Ailun did not like losing, but he had to give it to Wang Zheng this time. As Wang Zheng and Xiao Fei debated, they kept making improvements on the form. There were still some problems to Wang Zhengs deductions, even though the results were urate. But what was important was the process, and not the end results. Only the steps taken could bring about technological improvement. There were issues in his procedures, of which Xiao Fei had corrected. The final results were still exactly the same as what Old Merchant derived. Wang Zheng was thoroughly in awe of Old Merchant. He was no different from a grandfatherly old man! Wang Zheng had asked if it was really a good idea to do this in their name, but n Tucker shook his head. He said it was most important to him that they did it. It was as if everyone on the team was possessed. They spent a whole night, and the model was sessfully constructed. Wang Zheng was confident that it would be sessful. Old Merchant had said it, so it couldnt be wrong. But he felt that there was still some distance to go. He was still too new to this. Once they made it through the crucial stage, other phases would be way simpler. Theboratory was filled with cheers and happy chatter. They popped a champagne to celebrate. Xiao Fei once again generously kissed Wang Zheng in front of everybody and teased him, asking him to be her boyfriend. Everyoneughed and apuded. Student Wang thought to himself, "You all better watch out! Ill make you pay back with interest as well!" Beauty Xiao loved making fun of him. Now that the theory was sessfully proven, the shares allotted in the building project were going to change. Thepanies that invested had to put in even more shares, but even then, they would do it willingly, since the risk was way lower than before. It had gone from fishing for the moons reflection to being able to touch a piece of the pie. The scariest thing about this technology was that it could be used militarily, onbat vehicles, and for civilians, to speed up interster travel. There was no doubt that this technology was going to affect countries and peoples lives. Once the results were announced, many morepanies would flock to fight for participation. And the present team would form the foundations of the future team. As for phases two and three, Wang Zheng had to figure things out on his own before it could be implemented. Moreover, as Old Merchant had instructed, these two ultimatums were important chips in negotiating for financial support. When the team began to function, there was nothing much left for Wang Zheng to do. He continued to go for training regrly with Zhang Shan. Zhuo Mu and Luo Mu had custom designed a training program for them, one that was very different from the traditional ones. It focused more on practicalbat skills and was aimed at making a break in the IG selection. The mech Luo Mu had prepared was more than enough for these few youngsters. It was dirty and tired, seemingly unrted to a warrior. In Luo Mus eyes, a pilot who did not understand a mech was a half-wit. Lin Huiyins new single, "War of the Blind," had broken her own personal record, topping 11 charts. This intense wave was crazier than ever before. There was a huge change in style. From music telling to an expressive, soothing energy, one had to admit her songs were vourful. Of course, there were still controversies, mainly on the material used in her MV. There were plenty of A-list countries in the Milky Way thatined about the MVing from Earth. There were plenty of big countries and strong warriors out there, and yet she chose Earth. It could only be said that Lin Huiyin was no good in this. But the Earth was home to all other stars. It did not feel right toment on home. It was not a good thing to forget ones roots. CT Headquarters had reached out to Lin Huiyins manager immediately to discuss product endorsement. CT was, in reality, extremelyrge-scale. They would not even look at ordinary celebrities and did not pay much attention to Lin Huiyin in the past. There was no use in relying solely on fame, but the power of Lin Huiyins two singles could not be belittled. A big, fat contract lied in wait for her. But Huiyin was still thinking about Wang Zheng. What did he want to be exactly? A warrior? A scientist? Chapter 98: Tyrant Sus Farsightedness Chapter 98: Tyrant Sus Farsightedness Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Call him a warrior, but he had made new contributions to space navigation. Even though Lin Huiyin did not understand the difficulties in that, she knew that Ans School of Science was doing research in the same area but had not made progress. Yet Wang Zheng had made a breakthrough. Call him a scientist, but he performed stunningly in CT. Even Ang approved. Impressing her cousin was no easy feat. It was just that the more things yed out this way, the more worried Huiyin felt. If Wang Zheng showed any weakness, she would cut such thoughts off. But in situations like that, it was difficult to tell reality apart. Huiyin wanted to stay for a few more days, but her schedule did not allow so. Her cousins milestone ceremony was up anding, and she had to attend. Before she left, Huiyin wanted to have more interactions with Wang Zheng. On one hand, it would rify things for her. On the other, it was to make him give up on her cousin. But... this man had turned her down, saying he had no time. Him? He actually had no time! Sitting in her ship, Lin Huiyin was still fuming. Just like an adorable little frog. This was the second time! Wang Zheng and gang were training hard. Wang Zheng was leading an exciting and fulfilling life. Training and participating in research had taken away his personal time, so he had no spare time for Lin Huiyin. He would not easily ept others, but once he had done so, he would never give it up. In the following week, Student Wang was indeed very busy. Theory testing and correction were going at top speed. Xiao Fei and Marcus were in their peak, and the whole team was very excited. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu had also made outstanding contributions and were acknowledged by the team. If not for Wang Zhengs presence, theyd have been given pretty much all the attention. But Wang Zheng was present. Wang Zhengs A Theory created an uproar in the entire Milky Way. The team had always thought it best to name thew after Wang Zheng. Even though Xiao Fei and the rest did a lot of work, especially in the post-theorizing stages, she and Marcus believed that the key to their work was done by Wang Zheng, and teachers ought not to rob their students of their achievements. Wang Zheng tried to debate it, but he could not win. He could only add an A in the name. A for n Tucker. A super genius had risen in the scientific world. Unknowingly, the whole team began to work around Wang Zhengs theory. Unconvinced? That wouldnt do! Didnt believe in it? That wouldnt do! Everyone in the science industry was trying to find out exactly what sort of monster thisd called Wang Zheng was. Wang Zhengs name spread far and wide. It eventually reached the An media. But the A-list allies knew that this technology was first and foremost abat asset, especially sensitive technologies like that. Some multi-star corporations had already gotten in touch with Xiao Fei. As the two confirmed investors, OMG and Little Fortune Star also attracted attention from everywhere. The twopanies stocks skyrocketed. One increased by 10 percent, another by a whopping 30. Who could have thought that a napkin manufacturingpany could take part in such a massive project? But it didnt matter what they produced. The key was their capabilities. A number ofpanies had started making ns to work their way to Old Yan. The Yan family had 71 percent share to the Little Fortune Starpany. An absolute control. It was not what Old Yan wanted. He had no choice. Who cared for their business? But now it was not easy to buy any shares over from their hands. Yan Xiaosu bought everyone dinner. He spoke as they dug in, "Damn, guys! You believe in me now? Ive always known that Boss was the reincarnation of the literacy deity! Ive thought well of him ever since he was still a toddler! Sigh, I have great foresight." Knock! An Mei knuckled Yan Xiaosus head. "Keep it low! Low profile!" "Ha! Were a family! Im just telling the truth!" Wang Zheng had the greatest say in the patent. How else would Little Fortune Star Company be able to y a part? Meng Tian was oblivious, but An Mei, Du Qingqing, and the rest were from average families, at most in the middle ss. They knew what this meant. It was like soaring into the sky. Friends may be friends, but who could ever be so generous? Yet Wang Zheng acted like it was nothing. "Wang Zheng, Rich Man Su is extremely lucky to have a friend like you." An Mei chirped. She thought her boyfriend had struck it rich by mere chance. But now she was truly on her way to bing the mistress of a wealthy family. Wang Zheng was not as excited as his friends. He had never thought material possessions to be important. Hearing what An Mei said, he shook his head. "An Mei, youre wrong. Its me whos lucky to have a brother like that. Theres nothing we cant share.... of course, except for girlfriends." Wang Zheng chuckled. But no one elseughed. Ye Zisu just sat and watched Wang Zheng in silence. She was in love with him. She knew it best. How much assets did Little Fortune Star gain, what would the future bring... none of that mattered when she was with this man. Even though they were the same age, Ye Zisu had always thought that Wang Zheng was more mature than her. He was much more stable, as if he had everything in control. When Wang Zheng was dating Aina, Ye Zisu had always found them ipatible... "Boss, dont be emotional at a time like this, alright?" Yan Xiaosu said. It was aw of nature that men could suffer together, but they could not enjoy richness together. But thatw was not applicable to them. Meng Tian and the rest were deeply envious of their rtionship. Such ties could not be sought. "Come, everyone! Lets drink to friendship! We can definitely make it big in the future!" Out of the blue, Ye Zisu stood up magnanimously. Everyone rose from their seats. All along, Meng Tian and Ye Zisu did not see eye to eye with each other. But even if Meng Tian did not click with her, she had to gain Meng Tians approval at the very least. Ye Zisu was a rival. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu naturally cheered their loudest and chugged. After dinner, the group moved on to a karaoke session. And that was when they all realised the weakness of the Unbeatable Student Wang. "Student Wang, dont be shy! We wouldnt be able to make a living if you were good at everything in the world!" Du Qingqingughed. In the end, the one who sang best was not Ye Zisu, it was Zhang Runan. Brother Nan had given her all. Her soprano voice was out of this world. Everybody was in awe. Zhang Shan had to do something. He challenged Zhang Runan, representing all men. And two mic-hoggers were born. After a few trying rounds, Zhang Shan was finally defeated. The men could not help butment. Brother Nan was invincible! Partying and singing. That was college life. Even though he could only listen, Wang Zheng felt content and happy. Even Meng Tian sang a song after a few rounds of drinking. She picked a gentle, romantic song despite her cool appearance. Xiao Fei did not idle. The Milky Way Alliance Institute of Science was still verifying the results, but Xiao Fei was not at all bothered by their certification. She had applied for a patent from the Sr System Federation. On top of that, she also picked out CT and Magard Interster Flights Corporation from a long list of bidders apart from OMG and Little Fortune Star Company. The project was very costly. OMG and LFS had no problem supporting the first stages, but if the project was to expand, funding and technology would pose a huge problem. CT and Magard were gctic yers. The first Milky Way gctic game, Warriors Pact, belonged to the CT Group, along with many otherpanies that were rted to strategic resources. With such aplete set of data and information, CTs capabilities were obvious. Theres not even a need to talk about Magard - thergest interster group in the Sr System, one of the top ten in the Milky Way. At first, these twopanies were uninterested in the technology. But it was now a different story. Other than providing financial support, these two corporate giants could also provide substantial backing in the relevant fields of technologies. The teams key members, mainly Xiao Fei and Marcus, had 51 percent of the shares. This was the the condition of the negotiations. OMG to have 8 percent, Little Fortune Star three, and CT and Margard 24 percent each. The two giants had intended to kick OMG and Little Fortune Stars out of the project. It was a pity that these two small enterprises had been confirmed early on in the project, and even if they were offered an enormous sum, they would not sell their shares unless they had lost their minds. It was clear that once on board, money was not at all a problem. Moreover, the twopanies had gained a huge advantage. Being able to take action first was a benefit of having great foresight. Within the technical team, Wang Zhen had 30 percent of the shares, and Xiao Fei had 15. The remaining 6 percent were shared equally amongst the other team members, and that alone was already a frightening sum. Naturally, the shares were confidential. Xiao Fei continued to represent the team on external affairs. It was not appropriate for Wang Zheng to be in such a spotlight given his tender age. When the contracts were officially signed, a new billionaire was born. While he was not the youngest, Wang Zheng was clear that this only meant one thing: knowledge is wealth. The signing of the contracts was also a low-profile event. This was agreed upon by all parties. The project was, regardless, still in the theory research phase. The two corporations were simrly aligned, but they already knew all that there was to know. At school, Gu Te had given all his approval and support. It would bring Ares College a great many benefits if Xiao Fei and her colleagues seeded. All in all, it was a 50-50 situation. If the theory could be practically applied, it would not be a simple matter of billions. And surely, if it were to fail, there would be no value to speak of. But Xiao Feis team was highly confident. They might not have had a good foundation if not for Wang Zhengs deductions for stage one. It was definitely a positive narrative now. In the early stages, 2 billion Milky Way Dors were invested into the study. A huge number of high-end technologies were imported from all over the gxy. The study could be described as a money sucking project. The first round of investment and funds could onlyst a year at most. Wang Zheng watched in silence as his Skylink connected to Xiao Feis. "Lad, the contract has been sent to you. Youre now our biggest shareholder, do take care of us well in the future." Xiao Fei giggled. To her, the problem she had been worried about for the longest time was finally resolved. In terms of equipment, those provided by Ares College were too limited. Conducting the experiments was not something ayman could achieve. Back then, n Tucker had the backing of the whole Milky Way Alliance. "Professor... can I exchange the shares for some pocket money?" Yan Xiaosu had heard that even one percent of the shares could be exchanged for an astronomical figure. "Of course... not. We work on a limited shares basis. You cant do anything with the shares for three years unless theres a breakthrough sess and the board of directors approve of it unanimously." Xiao Fei chuckled. Chapter 99: Class Reunion Chapter 99: ss Reunion Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng felt sorry. "Well, three years is a pretty good deal too. Youll have the money to get married then." "Ha! Thered be enough for a whole pce of concubines. Provided that you contribute to the study. My guess is that we have to make progress in the next three years, or as you, Mr. Businessman, know, the investors will pull out." Xiao Fei knew this better than Wang Zheng. There was no free lunch in the whole of this world. "Professor, I have absolute faith in you. Well definitely seed!" Wang Zheng clenched his fist in confidence. "Oh, really? I was pinning all my hopes on you! Youd better not ck off, youve got the biggest slice of the pie!" Wang Zheng shrugged. He was responsible for the theories, and with Old Merchant, he had nothing to worry about. He just had to be patient. That was even more so in terms of realising the theory into practical use. More researchers in the field were making their way to Earth. As much as they tried to maintain a low profile, the forming of King Universal Space Technology Company inevitably drew a fair bit of attention. Xiao Fei was always very casual when she spoke with Wang Zheng. A whiteb coat draped over a basic t-shirt, the most ordinary outfit. When on break, Xiao Fei mainly dressed forfort. But the thing is, was she not in the least aware of what a great figure she had? Wang Zheng was an adolescent. He was full of passion and energy. While he used most of this energy on training, he could not help but take notice of Xiao Feis amorous behavior from time to time. And every time, Xiao Fei seemed to tease him intentionally. A slight movement, and fair, supple skin was revealed. That deep cleavage could drain the blood out of a mans nose. But Teacher Xiao Fei was always so serious about their discussion. Wang Zheng felt that he could not take it any longer. In the Rubiks Cube, Boneheads training, "Kniving S.E.X.," was wonderfully conducted, but that was all virtual. Wang Zheng knew in his heart that what was in front of him was something different. Xiao Fei was one of the few women who could affect him. "Oh, Professor, Ive thought of something! Let me go and write it down!" Whenever they were done with business, Wang Zheng always felt something wrong when he saw the look in Xiao Feis eyes. Pretty Xiao seemed to take teasing him as some form of entertainment. Xiao Fei found Wang Zheng leaving hurriedly to be something amusing. Thisd was great fun! She hummed a tune as she got back to work. She was always in a better mood after teasing Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng was befuddled as he left. Dammit. Just what was he afraid of? If not for the fact that Xiao Fei was a teacher, he would have long taken her down. It was odd that he could remain steady in front of others, but Xiao Fei always had him. King?????,?????????????,????,????,?????????????,??????? The formation of King Company did not affect Wang Zheng very much. He attended sses as usual and trained as usual. Zhuo Mu and Luo Mu had very high expectations of him and were strictest towards him. The two of them had a feeling that Wang Zheng was going to be the ultimate ace of Ares College. His potential knew no bounds. No matter how tough training got, he could always adapt to it. Wang Zheng was also made the team leader of the group of four. For that, Meng Tian, Zhang Shan, and Zhang Runan did not oppose. They had known him for some time now, and Wang Zheng was indeed brimming with potential in the various aspects. Him being their leader was what they had hoped for. As they were about to be dismissed from ss, Wang Zheng saw Yan Xiaosu looking around at the doors. "Great job, Boss!" "Why are you here? Dont you have to spend time with An Mei?" Wang Zheng asked mockingly, waving goodbye to the others. "Oh man, did you forget? Were having our middle school reunion dinner tonight! Zisu has arranged transport, its waiting for us now." Yan Xiaosu was keen on being thorough with his rich man image. He was dressed in branded apparel from head to toe. Because of Rich Man Sus contributions, Old Yan could not stop singing praises of his son. He was constantly talking about how the ancestral graves were smoking, and how it was an auspicious sign. And so hexed his discipline of Xiaosu. Yan Xiaosu was now leading an easy life. "Alright, give me a moment." Dawns homing. Wang Zheng remembered Zhao Lingfeng and wondered if hed be there. He hoped Lingfeng had better memory. Getting changed was a piece of cake for Wang Zheng. He did it within 5 minutes. As of now, he had no interest in all those fancy clothes. Yan Xiaosu did not find it weird; it was simply Wang Zhengs style. An electromaic limousine was parked at the gates. Ye Zisu was waiting. Ye Zisus dress was low profile, but you could tell that she had put in a lot of effort in her appearance. "Ah, the school belle living up to her name! Zisu, youre going to outshine all the otherdies tonight." Wang Zheng gave his sincerepliments. Yan Xiaosu nodded his head vigorously. "I think Zisu has grown prettier aftering to college." "ssmate Xiaosu, are you trying to say that I was a in Jane in the past?" The three were good friends. Ye Zisu would also joke from time to time. "Thats not the same. Elegance, yes, elegance. You seem to give off an air of elegance now. How graceful!" Wang Zheng praised. Ye Zisu was different from other girls. This was entuated in college. It was as though she was a fairy. "Even though I suspect some bootlicking at work, I still ept your proposition. I will put in a few good words for you in front of An Mei," Ye Zisu said. The limousine had a luxurious touch within. It was spacious, and even though it could fit eight passengers, thepartment could be lifted to create a private space for three. "This is great! Ive got to make my dad get one too," Yan Xiaosu eximed as he put his short legs out. "Wang Zheng, arent you very busytely? Youve got to go for training and do research at the same time, so you better take good care of your health!" Ye Zisu barely got the chance to catch a glimpse of Wang Zhengtely, except during gatherings. Even then, gatherings were always full of people. "Dont worry about him! Hes as tough as a bull. When I picked him up just now, Zhang Shan was still trying to catch his breath, but this guy did not even break a sweat! As for the research work, Demon Xiao is in charge. Boss only attends meetings." Yan Xiaosuughed. "Damn you! I do work too! Ive starved so much that I lost weighttely." "Oh, make sure you eat moreter!" Ye Zisu quickly added. "Do you really believe that? Boss has obviously ripened," Yan Xiaosu teased. Deep inside, he believed that Ye Zisu was most suitable for his boss. She was pretty, meticulous, and did not throw her weight around. As for the princess, sigh. The Moon looked delicious in the sky, but whats the use of it if it could not be eaten? Ye Zisu blushed. She pulled her hair back a little to hide her shyness. "Right, is Zhao Lingfenging? Ive got some sort of conflict with him," Wang Zheng asked. "He said hes got something on and wont be able to make it. This reunion was organised by Li An and I." "Oh? Didnt Li An get expelled by Feiyue College?" Yan Xiaosu was ufortable at the mention of Li An. In school, Yue Jing was rumoured to have been with a few people, and Li An was one of them. He had gotten into Feiyue College on the Moon with ster academic performance. He was even more prideful than Zhao Lingfeng. The best-performing school in Asia, Dawn, was never short of high flying figures. Ye Zisu giggled. "How is that possible? Its vacation week, and he took a few days off toe back." "Wed not attend if we had known he would be there." Yan Xiaosu was unhappy. Middle school was one of the lowest points in his life. He was discriminated by many from all walks of life. It was an unbearable past. "Things are different now! Youre one of the top few figures around." Yan Xiaosu blinked. "Little Fortune Star is very likely to receive the Leap Company Award for Earth! As the crown prince of Little Fortune Star, your family is one of the case studies researched by Feiyue College! "Oh, is that the case? Then no problem." Yan Xiaosu straightened his chest. He felt a lot more confident at once. Nobody was born to enjoy being humiliated. Same for Yan Xiaosu. He could not bear it, especially when the spoiled brats made fun of him from time to time. Whats wrong with manufacturing tissue paper? Was that not business? Business that could make money was good business! As they made conservation, the three of them arrived at their destination. The Liz Carlton Hotel. Ye Zisus tastes would never go wrong. Even though it was just a ss reunion for a bunch of college freshmen, the event was pretty impressive. Seemed like parents were more open now that they were all adults. Many people had changed as they moved from middle school to university. The moment they entered, a couple of girls flocked over. "Wow, Ye Zisu has gotten prettier!" "Xiaoxin, its not just me, you too! That ne is great! A rare natural jade!" "Our Zisu has great taste! My boyfriend gave this to me for my birthday. It costs over 50 thousand!" Lu Xin. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu were ssmates. Even though Lu Xin tended to be over dramatic, she was straightforward and spoke whatever came to her mind. "Yan Xiaosu, I heard you struck it rich! Youve got to look after your ssmates, alright!" Lu Xin blew him a kiss flirtatiously. Yan Xiaosu used to stare at her bottom in ss. Compared to Little Fortune Star and OMG, not many knew Wang Zheng, the invisible number one shareholder. People these days only looked out for benefits and did not pay attention to researchers. Who could have thought that Wang Zheng was the core of this project? "Wang Zheng, you havent changed a bit," Lu Xin said. "Thats no good. Listen to me, men have to dress up too." Wang Zheng did not know whether tough or to cry. "Dont worry, Im used to it." Lu Xin looked at him in bewilderment. "That wont do, its not good for your health." In the past, Lu XIn was given the title of "bbermouth" in ss. To think that she had gotten worse in just months! Yan Xiaosu felt a lump in his throat. He hated it when others looked down on Wang Zheng. These simpletons, didnt they know that the master never showed his face? Seeing Yan Xiaosu hemming and humming, Wang Zheng said, "What a pity, youve got a boyfriend now, so I cant do anything." "Oh, you have a crush on me too! Sigh, why didnt you say so earlier? Im attached now," Lu Xin said, half-jokingly. "Alright, lets not block the doorway, we can catch up inside." Events like reunions dependedrgely on the organisers ability to bring others together. Ye Zisu and Li An were undoubtedly big shots, and if Zhao Lingfeng was present, itd have been even more boisterous. More than 80 people from Wang Zhengs graduating ss had attended, and there were 20 odd who were Wang Zhengs and Yan Xiaosus ssmates. Seemed like Ye Zisu had paid special care and attention to it. "Wow, Lu Xins figure has grown fuller than before! Tsk tsk, that ass... almost going upwards now," Yan Xiaosu said in a low voice. "Why, do you wanna do something?" "No way! Im pure and pristine. I just said it for fun; you know, men." Yan Xiaosu said. He was indeed a real man now. Even though his hands had been through some training and had plenty of experience, An Mei was his first woman. He was very serious about it. Chapter 100: Fixing the EQ Light Bulb Chapter 100: Fixing the EQ Light Bulb Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "This opportunity is pretty decent. For the sake of Little Fortune Star, you should interact with them more," Wang Zheng said. He did not mind the childish show-offs. Regardless, with his experience, it was difficult for him to have any sort of reaction to such trivial matters. "Dont worry, leave it to me. I was just thinking of inviting investments!" Yan Xiaosu was now qualified to do so. The ballroom was bustling with activity. Everyone was part of a group, chatting away. Although it had only been months since theyst saw one another, many of them had undergone drastic changes. Wang Zheng enjoyed watching from afar. He couldnt hear what they were talking about, but it felt like water from a stream flowing past. In the hundreds of billions of people who lived, it was the chanced coinciding of time and space that allowed them to meet. Fate of such was never easy toe by. All of a sudden, Wang Zhengs soul was enlightened and brought into a whole new world full of rity. Student Wang was stumped. Attending a reunion actually helped to improve his unifying techniques! His progress had stagnated for sometime now, and this moment meant breaking through a bottleneck. It was an extremely unique feeling. Training the Five Elements was an umtion of knowledge and skills. In bing one with the world, Wang Zheng could only do so on the facade. It was difficult for him to achieve what Bonehead had described - unifying his soul. In fact, Wang Zheng had wanted to ask: how do you unify your soul with the world? Extract it and mash it all together? But asking would probably mean being electrocuted. Wang Zheng was not stupid. Yet he felt it right at this moment. To machines like Bonehead, it was indeed indescribable. It was a feeling beyond any words of anynguage. "Wang Zheng! Wang Zheng! The calls from the world outside pulled Wang Zheng back from that feeling. His vision gradually became clear. Wang Zheng sighed to himself. If only he could experience it for a while longer. But with such revelry, there was bound to be more opportunities in future. "Youre...?" He found the man standing before him familiar, but... "Hot damn! Disowning me now that youre a war god?" Wang Zheng turned to stone. "That cant be! Shao Junzhe? A nerf gun turned into a cannon? " Shao Junzhe burst intoughter. "Pretty good, eh? My new look. Im an elite student from the Michigan School of Business now, so I cant possibly continue to behave like the hooligan I used to be." Shao Junzhe was one of the few who got along well with Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. The dude was obsessed with gaming. He used to wear a fowls nest on his head and looked like a creepy otaku. Now he was dressed in fancy suit, coupled with a pair of silver snake-framed sses. He had turned into a suave young man. Shao Junzhe looked at Wang Zheng. "You havent changed. Hey, I heard your brother Yan Xiaosu struck it rich! Hes gotta look after us in the future, man!" Ye Zisu was at a level beyond reach. Now that Little Fortune Star had risen meteorically and has a bright future ahead, the finance students had to stick their noses in. "Youre exaggerating!" Wang Zheng was taken by surprise. How did word of this news spread so far and wide? It seemed like everyone knew about it. "What do you mean youre exaggerating? Bro, grow some money sense! Little Fortune Star isnt much, but you think about it. Theyre standing on par with OMG, CT, and Magard! Right now, thepanys scraps alone are worth hundreds of millions! Tsk tsk. That shorty is in luck!" Shao Junzhe looked on in envy. The expansion of bigpanies was no longer worth studying, but smallpanies like Little Fortune Star were definitely miracles in the business world. It managed to outperform dozens ofrge-scale corporations. "What are you boys talking about? Here, Wang Zheng, try this sugar-apple. Its really sweet." Lu Xin held out a fruit tter. "Oh no, Lu Xin! Its only been a few months and youve grown curvier! How curvy will you get in the future?" "Go away! Are you asking for a beating, Little Jun?" "It seems like everyones doing pretty well." Wang Zhang helped himself to a slice of sugar-apple. It was indeed fragrant and sweet. Fresh fruits like this were hard toe by these days. "What about you? Same college as Ye Zisu, eh? Didnt you try to bring it a step further?" Lu Xin asked, treating it like a gossip. "Uh, why would you say that?" Based on the present situation, he and Ye Zisu were like missed high-fives. "Hush, this is a secret. I used to frequently catch her in the field, watching you train from afar," Lu Xin whispered. Wang Zheng was sweating slightly. This room truly didnt seem to have any venttion. "Ah? What were you doing there when Ye Zisu was peeping?" Shao Junzhe asked subconsciously. Lu Xin flushed. "I passed by." She clenched her teeth and suddenly said, "Its no big deal, I had a crush on Wang Zheng a while back." It was just a reunion, and they were no longer in the same school, so it was natural that she felt a lot braver than she used to. Wang Zheng chuckled. "Well, you failed miserably. I didnt even notice you had a crush!" "Its you whos slow! Do you remember the time I asked you to fix the lights in my dormitory?" Lu Xin said. It was more appropriate to talk about such things during these kinds of reunions. Lu Xins eyes hid a trace of bitterness. "I do! Didnt I get it fixed?" Wang Zheng was puzzled. How was that considered a crush? But he also thought it odd that Lu Xin knew he could fix it. "Dumbass! I burnt a hole in my pocket to buy a meal for the girls in my dorm to make them go away!" Shao Junzhe roared withughter. "Bro, I can only say that out of all the people I know, youve got the lowest EQ. She spoiled her lights on purpose to create a romantic atmosphere for you, and you really, really fixed it? Sigh, the beautys love has gone to waste." Wang Zheng did not know whether tough or cry. His thoughts had never, ever ventured into that area. It was only right that he stuck out a helping hand for a ssmate. "Yours truly is attached now. You missed your chance at a perfect girl like me, so you better take good hold of the next one!" Lu Xin still felt something for him. Wang Zheng did note from a rich family, and his results at school was average. But his serious attitude still attracted some girls. "Cough cough. Let me know whos got a crush on me next time." Wang Zheng sighed, wearing a look of pity. "Well, its said that you break up couples as much as you can at ss reunions. Dont tell me the two of you are rekindling old mes." Shao Junzhe made a face. Wang Zheng and Lu Xin flipped him off at the same time. Lu Xin was one of few girls who knew Wang Zheng well. Most of the girls never had a conversation with him in the four years of school. "Wang Zheng,e clean with me. Did you always hover somewhere along the passing line on purpose?" Lu Xin was very curious. "Ive been contemting about this for a long time, but I dont think you are the sort thatd do that." "Lu Xin, youre rubbing salt on his wound! Its not as if you dont know about his situation! Many people also perform well during exams when they are rxed." Shao Junzhe was rather expressive. Wang Zheng was speechless. "Are you two even human? Cant you let me off the hook now that weve graduated?" "No way!" A voice rang. Ye Zisu joined them. "Ah, Zisu, here, have a seat, have a seat, here." Even though she was the star of the show, Ye Zisu had actually noticed them in the corner! Shao Junzhe was pretty excited. OMG Corporation had been under the spotlight recently. Unlike Little Fortune Star, OMG had a very strong foundation. Being a mecha repair service provider, OMG had always wanted to venture into research and manufacturing. Now that they hade on board CTs and Magards cruise ship, the financial world predicted OMG would soar. If there were to be breakthroughs in research, being one of therger shareholders, they had plenty of say at the negotiation table. Ye Zisu was naturally watched and paid attention to. Lu Xin was taken aback, but she smiled. "Lu Xin, dont be tricked by his honest appearance. This person is the meanest of the lot! Hes a wolf in sheeps clothings." "ssmate Ye, I am Shao Junzhe. Thank you for inviting me to this reunion." "Were ssmates, you dont have to thank me. Top Student of Michigan, hmm. There might be opportunities for us to work together in the future." Ye Zisuughed. Shao Junzhe couldnt feel more pumped up. When did the school belle be so friendly and approachable? Womens sixth sense could sniff anything. Lu Xin could sense that there was something between Ye Zisu and Wang Zheng. "Wang Zheng, youre much closer to Ye Zisu than we are now. Youve got to spend more time with her! Shes asked me about you back in middle school," Lu Xin revealed. Wang Zheng knew that Lu Xin was doing this on purpose. This loud-mouthed girl had a kind heart. On the other hand, Shao Junzhe felt nervous. He was worried that Ye Zisu would be offended. Even though they were ssmates, she was not an ordinary person. Opportunities to improve their rtionships were hard toe by, and it would be disastrous if the Little Princess was angered. These days, if he were to tell his tutors that he knew Ye Zisu well, it would definitely be a big deal. "Lu Xin, you and your big mouth. Dont spout nonsense." Shao Junzhe tried to make things less awkward. Kidding around in private was one thing, as itd be forgotten after a while. But Ye Zisu had a different status. Before Lu Xin could talk back, Ye Zisu chuckled. "Its true. Ive wooed him all the way to Ares College. But what can I possibly do if others choose to ignore me?" Ye Zisu said half jokingly. The hard, anguished look in her eyes melted away. The twopanions they had were utterly shocked. Shao Junzhe stared hard at Wang Zheng. "Bro, youre truly my idol." "Zisu is making fun of me! You cant possibly believe that is true." Wang Zhengughed. The speakers intent differs from the listeners. He now referred to her as "Zisu," unlike in the past. "Zisu, what are you doing here? Everyones waiting for you!" They had just sent Zhao Lingfeng on his way, and here came another. Li Ans outfit was extraordinarily fashionable. One look and you could tell it was what was in fashion on the Moon. It was easy for the Moon people to get into colleges on Earth. The scores needed were lower for them. But for people on Earth to get a ce in Moon was an extraordinary feat. Some top schools even conducted family background checks. "You guys go ahead, it doesnt matter." "How could you say that? Ive recently drawn up a business n and want to discuss that with you. Our sess will definitely stir an uproar on the Moon," Li An said with arrogance. "I dont take part in business matters, so theres no use talking to me," Ye Zisu said. "Youre going to inherit OMG eventually; itll be helpful to thepanys development in the future if you get to know more elites." Li An didnt seem to show any sign of giving up. Lu Xin rolled her eyes. "Master Li, dont you realise that you have been rejected politely? Do what you should be doing." Li An took in a sharp breath, but he did not lose his temper. He smiled and said, "Talk to youter. Ill be waiting." Chapter 101: Vanguard Chapter 101: Vanguard Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Hmph! Whats the big deal about Feiyue Economic School? Just look at how cocky he is!" Wang Zheng chuckled. "The top school of economics in the entire Sr System is indeed a pretty big deal." Lu Xin was stumped. She shook her head and said, "Youd be the death of me." Ye Zisu took a sip of the fruit juice. She waspletely used to this. She knew that Wang Zheng genuinely did not care much about things like that. Some people maintained a low profile on pretense, but Wang Zheng was more like an adult watching childrenpare how sweet their candies were. "Hes simply like that, Im used to it," Ye Zisu said, as though as she knew Wang Zheng very well. Shao Junzhe and Lu Xin could both feel that they had a very intimate rtionship. "Ahem. ssmate Ye, our school requires us to do a project every semester, and this time Im thinking of studying the impact of space navigation on businesses. Do you have any tips to help with my project?" Shao Junzhe rubbed his hands. If he couldplete a project on the subject, applying for schrships wouldnt be a problem. "Dont ask me. Ive already said that youve got a big shot sitting right in front of you and even I have to rely on him." Ye Zisu pointed to Wang Zheng, just like a couple flirting with each other. Wang Zheng was not on pretense. He was not willing to let others ask too many questions. "Were ssmates. Just give me a ring on SkyLink if you need anything." "Hang on, Im kind of confused. I remember that theres a student in the team in charge of the research project. His name is also Wang Zheng. Dont tell me thats you," Shao Junzhes jaw dropped. He stared with eyes wide open. The story must have made its way to all the schools of higher education. Xiao Fei was world renowned, and Marcus was very well known too. Tagging behind the two of them meant Wang Zheng was also paid some attention to. But it was a pity that his own ssmates did not even consider it to be him. Lu Xin was also taken by surprise. She had always thought that Wang Zheng did not look like an ipetent person. Back in Dawn Middle School, she even had a debate with her roommates about it. Who could have known that within months of graduating, he.... "Wang Zheng! Youre so good at pretending!" Lu Xin snarled, biting her teeth. "ssmate Lu, I am at fault. I really did not pretend, I just dont want to suffer. Being famous is too scary. Ive suffered twice, I dont want to suffer again," Wang Zheng said. Lu Xin couldnt help but be amused, "Hmph. Youve still got a conscience." This ss reunion was considerably sessful. Student Wang was most heartened at the fact that even though Li An had an unkind look in his eyes, he was much more principled than Zhao Lingfeng. But he felt pretty good about all those who came. Regardless, most of them attended the reunion for the sake of friendship. Ye Zisu had given her all. The expenses of the reunion were all covered by her. Her kindness and generosity led her to be elected as the 56th Alumni Clubs president. Wang Zheng was enjoying his student life on this end, but his life was not at all peaceful. Europe. "Have you checked?" Lear asked. Drupe nodded his head. "Miss Meng Tian and him are not a couple, but they have plenty of opportunities to interact. Wang Zhengs most important friend is a man named Yan Xiaosu. His family manufactures tissue paper. Its Little Fortune Star, thepany that is very popr recently." "Oh?" Lear did not understand. "Its the space navigation project." Lear nodded. "Do we take action against Yan Xiaosu directly, Young Master?" Drupe asked gently, as if it was nothing much. Lear smiled, lightly touching a thick bookying on his desk - Thick ck Theory. "Does Yan Xiaosu have any personal rtionships?" "He has a girlfriend called An Mei. Shes from an average family. Pretty, but loud." "Hah. Lets start with An Mei then." Lear smiled, looking sincere. In this world, there were many things that felt worse than failure and worse than death. He could only teach his opponents that getting in his bad books was not a wise thing to do. "Oh, right. Let Yue Jing y a role. Didnt Yan Xiaosu have a crush on her?" "Yes, Young Master, but that seems to be something of the past." "Hah. Whether or not thats in the past is unimportant. Whats important is how An Mei will see it." He was taking a two-pronged approach. First taking care of the people around Wang Zheng, then defeat him in IG. He had spoiled Meng Tian in the past. The caretaker left, and momentster, the door opened again. Yue Jing walked in like an arrogant, spoiled princess. Having found a ce beside a figure like Lear, the Yue familys glory was reinstated. Yue Jing had gotten used to living the high life. Shed rather die than lose face. This Lear was a weirdo. He did not take any action despite her seduction time and again. Did he have a problem? Those who knew the Chronos family knew that the heirs of the family all had great self-discipline, simr to that of robots. They had wealth and power but did not know how to make use of it and enjoy life. Simply insane. As for Lear, he was the ultimate dominator. In the European financial world, he was nicknamed Ice Prince. Yue Jing had done a thorough check on him. He was a mad genius. He hade in contact with every aspect of his family business since age 12. Up till now, he had never made a single loss. This, of course, was not known to outsiders. If she could win this man over, she would be the queen of Earth. "Lear, dear, what is it that you want me for?" Yue Jing tried her best to make her smile look innocent. She realised Lear preferred that. Lear looked at Yue Jing coldly. "Something for you to do." "What is it, I will be happy to serve." Yue Jing was ted. This was a great opportunity for her to y a part in the Chronos family. "Seduce Yan Xiaosu," Lear said emotionlessly. Yue Jing was stumped. Her thoughts took a sharp turn. "Lear, youve misunderstood; theres nothing between him and I. That man once chased me shamelessly, but I dont have any feelings for him. Theres only one person in my heart... you know that." Lear smirked. He had taken Yue Long in because the Chronos family wanted to interfere with Asian affairs. Yue Long was a good dog; he would bite anyone at Lears orders. "Are you even fit for me?" "Huh?" Yue Jing did not know how to react. Even though Lear was not enthusiastic about her, he treated her decently. He did not even bother with other women. Lear stood up and looked down at Yue Jing. "Ill say it one more time. Do anything you can to seduce Yan Xiaosu. Dont even return if you fail." He smiled and waved his hand as though he was shooing a fly. Yue Jing felt a cold wave pass through her body. She walked out of the room in a daze. The caretaker was waiting for her outside. "Miss Yue Jing, please follow me. The preparations have been made." "Why is Lear treating me like that all of a sudden? Does he not know that I like him?" Yue Jing asked. Drupe looked at Yue Jing with kindred eyes, as though nothing could ever throw him off. This might be what they called the air of elegance in a royal family. "Miss Yue Jing, please be mindful of your status and be careful with what you say." The word "status" made his tone sound slightly harsher. Yue Jing stopped in her tracks. Perhaps out of fear that Yue Jing would cause dy, Drupe said, "It is your honor that Young Master has given you a task. You cannot fail. You must only seed. I believe you are a clever girl. You do not want to suffer the consequences." Yue Jing heart sank. Her father was a frontline worker for the Chronos. He had offended many people in his conquest to reap benefits for the Chronos family in Asia. If he lost backing from the Chronos, he would suffer dire consequences. Yue Jing was left alone in the humongous hall. She thought that she had gotten everything. To think that she was merely a pawn in others hands! An easily dispensable chess piece! Back in the dormitories, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were busy working on their tasks. On the other end, Zhang Shan had put on earphones, humming as he trained. Zhang Shan had officially turned in his application for a course transfer. The college usually approved such applications like that very quickly. One side was used for showing off brawns, and the other for showing off brains. They did not interfere with each other. It was very harmonious. Seeing Wang Zheng enter, Zhang Shan stopped. "Ive noticed that youre the most rxed! Do you have any good methods that can be used to train burst strength? I keep feeling as if I cant unleash my strength enough in an instant." Wang Zheng thought for a second and dug out a notebook. He tore a piece of paper out, pulled opened the wardrobe, and stuck it at the bottom of the door. "What are you doing?" Zhang Shan was bewildered. Wang Zheng smiled,and punched in the direction of the paper. The paper was instantly torn into pieces. Zhang Shan stared hard. "Thats not easy at all." He stuck a piece of paper himself and punched. But the paper fluttered and nothing happened. "Damn! I dont believe this! Its just a piece of paper!" Then Zhang Shan began to challenge the notebook. He tore it out piece by piece. If he took it head on, it would not tear unless his strength was sufficiently explosive. "Brother Zheng,e quick! Were stuck here." Seeing that Wang Zheng had nothing to do, Chen Xiu dragged him over. The three of them entered a heated discussion. Wang Zheng looked at it for some time and paused. "Even though we habitually tend to use Di Pos theories, I suggest we use the most ordinary theory of rtivism this time round. Although that may not be the most suitable method in some aspects, its core concept is urate. We truly believe that Einstein has made his way back into our time." Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun bit on their pen caps and pondered. "Damn! Youre right! How is your brain so useful?" Yao Ailun was an inherently arrogant person. Only at this point did Wang Zheng fully convince and win him over. Its the details that determine ones true abilities. An absurd idea once in a while meant nothing, but Wang Zhengs foundation in the Physics Department was insane. It was definitely not achieved in a mere couple of years. Plus, it wouldnt work without a good teacher, and where did he find a teacher like that? Chen Xiu pped her own forehead. "Brother Zheng, youre so smart! Howe I have never thought of that?" Wang Zhengughed. "Sometimes it helps not to think of it tooplicatedly. Ive got to focus on training for now. Ill leave Prof Xiao Feis work in your hands." "Hehe. No problem. Well reach out to you in times of need. Its all thanks to you that we get so many opportunities to conduct experiments," Chen Xiu said shyly. Amongst those who were selected, only he and Yao Ailun were freshmen. The rest had been taught by Xiao Fei for a few years now. The entric Wang Zheng was one of them. Ordinary people would definitely give their hundred and ten percent if given an opportunity like that. Yet Wang Zheng treated it like a side gig, and Xiao Fei and Marcus did not have anyment on that. Outsiders wouldnt understand, but the more one got to know him, the more legendary he would seem. Chapter 102: The Princess Coming of Age Ceremony Chapter 102: The Princess Coming of Age Ceremony Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas On the other side, Zhang Shan was getting heated, fighting with paper! Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu looked at each other. "Brother Shan, you owe me a notepad." Zhang Shan grunted. "Ill give you ten tomorrow. Damn it! Wang Zheng, whats going on? I am as strong as you are, why cant I punch through it?" Yao Ailun snickered. "Arent you training for burst strength? Theres no use for strength. If you attacked vertically, the paper wouldnt be able to take it. Itd be pretty great if you just used one percent of your force. Use your brains, dummy! Youre one of us! Use your brains!" Zhang Shan was stunned. "You arrogant idiot... you make sense." Even though Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were not great at that, they loved researching in this area. Whether it is mecha or boxing, the theories were the same. Of course, they werent sure whether that would work, but it was good enough that they could mock Zhang Shan. Wang Zheng was done washing up. He looked at the time and crawled into his bed, then he opened his Skylink. It should be about time. In the faraway core of the An Empire, there were lights and streamers everywhere. Almost every building was decorated with birthday-themed ornaments. Today was the birthday of Princess Aina of the An Empire. She had officially turned 16. From this moment on, she was going to take on more responsibilities for the country. The royal fleet of the An Empire took positions amongst thes. The debut also involved an inspection of the empires military. In the, the strongest An Golden Mecha Corps was getting ready to set off. This was one of the top three mecha corps in the gxy. It had never been defeated. Itprised of elites of the elites in the An Empires Military. Every member was equivalent to 100 elsewhere. It reported directly to the royalty and was personallymanded by the An Emperor. Meticulous, strong, wise, and united. Their sacrifices represented the great people of An. There was no doubt that the debut of the princess was a huge matter. The political implication was that she was to start learning how to manage her country. The most important figures in the Milky Way Alliance were gathered in the An capital, Monta Elis. Aina was the most beautiful girl in the universe today. The whole pce was bustling with activity. Hundreds of pce workers were busying with smiles on their faces. In An, the royal familys pride was not to be undermined. Every citizen genuinely respected the royalty. This was closely rted to the history of the founding of the An Empire. In the process of bing the peak of the Milky Way, the royal family yed an extremely important role. It was glory and honor built up step by step. Although it was full of activities outside, there were only two people in the royal Princess room. Naturally, only one person was able to keep the princesspany at this point. Her younger sister, An Lin Huiyin. Aina was not at all in the mood to prepare for her debut. She was only concerned with finding out how Wang Zheng was doing from Huiyin. Lin Huiyin couldnt help that Wang Zheng was a decent young man. It was a pity that even if he were from An, he would still be too far off to be able to match up with her cousin. Let alone the fact that he was from Earth! Huiyin had thought that her cousin would have calmed down after so long, but she was still clinging on to it tightly. "Hes a fine person, and hes doing very well, Sister. I heard that he has aplished some things in space physics." Lin Huiyin was also dressed like a beautiful little swan. Her style was different from Ainas, and no matter where she went, it was impossible to neglect her presence. Aina smiled. "I know hes great!" She even showed signs of admiration. Aina squeezed her darling sisters cheeks. "You little imp, lecturing me, eh? Wait till you find someone you like, then youll understand." Lin Huiyin smiled. "Sister, I will pick the right person right from the start." Ainaughed. "Some things are just fated. They cant be helped." Lin Huiyin pouted. "I shall not argue with you. Ive done what you wanted me to. Hes doing very well, and hes got pretty girls by his side. You neednt worry about him. Youll have more than enough to worry about after your debut!" "Ye Zisu is a good girl." Aina chuckled. Huiyin found herself speechless. Was sheplimenting her rival? "Sister, how are you so confident? Alright, even if you persevere and Wang Zheng does not fall for others, do you think that he wouldnt back down, wouldnt feel inferior if faced with such pressure? He belongs on Earth; he has not seen the world outside. Only when you walk out of your own world will you know how big the world really is and how some people and things just are not within your reach," Lin Huiyin said, in all seriousness. Aina looked at the little girl trying to act like an adult and couldnt hold herughter back. "Sister! Here I am, worried about you! How could youugh? Hmph! I will not care for you anymore!" Aina hugged Huiyin. "My darling, darling little sister, I am notughing at you! Youve seen him with your own eyes; do you think hed back down?" Hmm... Lin Huiyin was dumbfounded. That man did seem to be born numb and confident. He was uninterested in many things. He seemed like a broad stroke of a person. "Im ignoring you. Have you found your dance partner? All the dashing young men on An are waiting for good luck to befall them!" Lin Huiyin teased, "If there are handsome ones, remember to save me a few to choose at my own debut!" "You imp! How dare you tease me. The ball is cancelled," Aina replied. Huiyin gaped, "Youve got to be kidding! Youre breaking the hearts of countless handsome men!" Aina didnt think much of it. "Only one person is fit to be my partner. Hes not here, and I will not dance with anybody but him." Lin Huiyin could really sense her sisters perseverance. But she still could not understand what had gotten into Aina. It was just a little bit of talent and a little bit of genius in science. It was nothing in An. Aina watched as Lin Huiyin tried to figure it out. She reached out and patted Huiyin on the head. This little girl had a greater gene potential than her and she was more intelligent than anyone else, but some things just could not be understood using cleverness. "Youll get it when you meet you Mr. Right someday." The whole debut began with the military inspection in space, and then the inspection of the Golden Mecha Corps in Monta Elis, and finally, ending in the pce. Tens of thousands of TV channels broadcasted the grand event live in the Milky Way. There were plenty of royal families in the gxy, but most of them were ceremonial. There were very few royalties that had the same absolute ruling power as Ans royal family. The whole city of Monta Elis was celebrating. In space, the royal fleet was lined up ording to their types and ranks. It was a magnificent sight. The An Empire put their best and most technologically advanced Titan Systems gctic battleship. It was co-created by the Antis Republic, and it could be described as the strongest battleship in the gxy. The Princess rode on Battleship Number One. A Titan-ss Rune Gxy battleship. A huge symbol of three golden spears crossing shimmered in space. Onboard the battleship, soldiers were lined up, row after row after row, receiving inspection by the Princess underneath the energy shield. And every time a battleship passed by, the soldiers would stand at attention, put their hands on their chests, and shout, "Glory to An!" Glory to An! This was every Aneans pride. In the battleship, Huiyin watched on quietly, following behind her and apanying her through the process. There was one thing she saw more clearly than Aina did. A ceremony was not merely a procedure. A ceremony could change a persons life. Having undergone such a ceremony, the weight on Ainas shoulders were heavier than ever. The inspection around An came to an end. Bright, colourful symbols were projected around the Titan gctic battleships. In an instant, the battleships disappeared. An had shown what they were capable of doing, and it was enough put every nation in awe. In the next instant, Aina had boarded the maic vehicle to inspect the Golden Mecha Corps. Here, every warrior was Ans pride. Neat rows of mecha troops, sharp, uniform marches, and a "Glory to An!" so loud that it rang through the whole sky. Theser guns were pointed at the skies. Not a single one was out of ce. The uniformed, strong military force could scare off anyone with ill intentions. An, the strongest! Mid-air, mech warriors flew across. One by one, they came into a vibrant formation. Ans strength was its wlessness. This alone was enough to awe any viewer out there and leave a vivid impression. Wang Zheng looked on quietly, smiling to himself. He was proud of Aina, proud of the person he adored. Yao Ailun, Chen Xiu, and Zhang Shan joined him. The four of them watched in silence, with their eyes staring widely. "Damn, thats too much! A troop like that can roll any other troops right t into the ground!" Chen Xiu gaped. "Not just that. With top-notch equipment and almost robot-like perseverance, no one would ever want to battle An. These people are all crazy! Theyd bring people down with them even if theyre on their death beds. And in the history of An, the word surrender simply doesnt exist!" Yao Ailun eximed. It was something baffling. No words could describe the pride the people of An had. But they were, undoubtedly, strong. "Its hard to believe that the First Princess in the Milky Way visited Beijing! Its one of the biggest regrets in life that I didnt get to see her in person." "Here ites! Here ites!" Aina had to physically appear for the inspection of ground troops. She donned a long, snow-white dress and wore a golden tiara. It was a simple look, without any diamonds or essories. This was the Princess of An. There was no need for anything else. Aina held a silver staff with three crossed spearheads. The King had a simr staff. This symbolised that from now on, Aina was going to begin steering the An Empire as the second in power. The four friends werepletely astounded. "Shes simply a goddess!" Chen Xius jaws dropped to the ground. Wherever Aina went, the row of mech warriors would bow to her and then, all at once, kneel and pay their highest respects to their princess. From now on, they were to fight to protect their princess, even if it meant sacrificing their lives. The military inspection ended, and the vehicle drove into the city. Monta Elis, one of the busiest cities in the whole of the Milky Way. On this special day, everyone behaved in an orderly manner. Everything had to give way to the Princess debut, but there was no need for the police or any enforcement to keep things in order. Here, everything came from the people themselves. "Long live Princess! Long live Princess!" the people cheered, burning with passion. The pce was filled with guests. Tens of thousands of people came to attend the event. They were all rulers and governors who came from all over the gxy, and that included the core characters from An. As the camera cut and the scene changed, people in the dorm expressed their surprise and awe. There was indeed too many things worth learning from An. Every detail was done to perfection. It was not just room 007 watching. Everybody else was doing the same. No matter what, every girl had a dream close to their heart. Every dream like An. "Sigh, such a morous event is once in a lifetime, its worth dying for." An Mei was incredibly envious. Chapter 103: Separated By Love Chapter 103: Separated By Love Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Authors Note: Listen to the song My Heart Will Go On when reading this chapter "People are differentiated by their birth. This is life." Du Qingqing sighed. "There are so many handsome guys there... this atmosphere... this is truly..." Looking at the numerous youths in An, if anyone of them was ced one on Earth, they would no doubt be among the most handsome. An Mei sighed in her heart. Although Tyrant Su could be considered decent,pared to these An youth, he wasnt much. Females were emotional creatures, so they were easily affected by the environment and the atmosphere. Ye Zisu just quietly observed the girl. Her heart felt slightly relieved. The more outstanding Aina was, the further away Wang Zheng would bepared to her. As a result, she would be able to win his heart. She did not envy Aina. It was hard to know who would be the happy or fortunate one in the future. Only she knew, regardless of what was said, that she was the only one that could be with Wang Zheng, to fight by his side. Aina could only stay in the faraway An. Perhaps Aina had already forgotten about Wang Zheng. Her first love was to be abandoned and turned into a beautiful memory. "I cant wait to see what tonights ball will be like. Who will be the luckiest man in the entire universe?" "He will definitely be the most handsome one. I have a feeling it could be the prince of Antis. Furthermore, Antis and An possess strong ties," An Mei said passionately. The Anteans were people who had left Earth tens of thousands of years ago. As mankind explored the stars, they encountered numerous aliens and gradually their customs and culture were eroded. Although it was a big issue at the start, people got used to it. The Anteans were special. Their skills in science and technology were unparalleled. They were also exceptionally powerful as an empire. However, the two empires did not engage in conflict. Perhaps it was because they had the same ancestors. Perhaps it was due to the Anteans culture. They had entered the Milky Way Alliance but had chosen to remain neutral. Whenever the Milky Way Alliance had engaged in war, the enemies naturally steered away from the Antean empire. Even the strongest armies had to consider the cost of attacking the Anteans. Even if they won, it would be a pyrrhic victory. Although the Anteans were strong, they only had about 90 million people. Against a human wave, they would be unable to sustain for long. The truth was that mankind could now take the position of being the most expansive and populous race in the Milky Way Gxy, recing the Zerg tribe. Possessing unparalleled reproductive abilities and culture, this was the glorious mankind! Aliens with superior technology also faced the dilemma of assimtion. However, once they understood the military might and the sheer numbers of man, they were willing to enter the Milky Way Alliance. Once the Antean Prince was brought up, the girls eyes lit up. "That is art!" However, when it came to art, that was one thing that the Anteans did not back down on. Currently, in the Milky Ways antiques and art markets, the most anticipated pieces with the highest values usually came from Earth of Antis. Anteans were from Earth. However, they possessed slight differences from the human race. They had the ability to both live in water and onnd. Their had handsome and beautiful appearances and they looked perfect. They possessed the ability to evolve their genes and adapt to the situation. They were strong-spirited and were technologically advanced. However, the Anteans did possess a problem. They were arrogant. In the Milky Way Alliance, there were few countries that the Anteans were willing to deal with. Being able to gain their recognition was not easy. For Ainasing of age ceremony, the prince and princess of Antis had arrived. It was a show of their sincerity. As the ceremony was broadcast on the Skylink, as the camera lens panned through the guests, every scene was punctuated with shouts of joy and celebration. There were plenty of famous people and celebrities. There was no way an ordinary person could appear in the crowd. Throughout the Milky Way were numerous starstruck individuals. Those who loved fashion could not miss out on this ceremony. Everything that appeared here would definitely be the next popr trend the next day. Of course, it has to be said that behind the banquet hid the influence of numerous fashion designers. The grandness of the pce did not have to be mentioned. This represented the image of the empire. Regardless of whom saw it, they could only stare at it wordlessly. Even the carpet was made from the hairs of the long-haired elephant from the Montana Star. It was rumored that one square meter cost a million dors. Looking at the length of the carpet, it would definitely cost a mountains worth of gold! The financial power of the empire was unparalleled. "Hey, isnt that Lin Huiyin?" "Why is she here?" Lin Huiyin had been extremely popr recently. However, there were even more famous celebrities around, and she mostly appealed to the youth only. She did not seem to have the qualifications to attend. It was then where people realized that Lin Huiyin was not wearing her performance attire but rather... the clothes of a princess! On her head she wore a beautiful, diamond crown. Could it be...? Lin Huiyins fans burst into uproar. Could it be that she was an Anian princess? It was rumored that An also had a low profile little princess. For a moment, Huiyins position in everyones hearts soared. A popr singer and a Anian princess who loved to sing. These were twopletely different ideas! This was just crazy. Frankly, Huiyin had not nned to hide her identity. Furthermore, it was her sistersing of age ceremony, so she had to participate. From the moment Aina had stepped into the pce, she had started to follow the procedure ording to Ans tradition. Step by step she walked. Although it was cumbersome, every step taken possessed historical significance. She had to follow tradition until the Empress changed her crown. The crown for a princess before she hade of age and after was different. Fierce apuse and cheers could be heard all around her. This was without a doubt a festival. It was a celebration for the country. However, what was strange was that all the balls had been cancelled. This was supposed to be the high point of the Princesssing of age ceremony? Was it supposed to end here? The lights dimmed and music began to y. Was someone going to sing? At this point, who had the qualifications to stand on stage? Indeed there was one person! When the singer came out, everyones suspicions were confirmed. It was Ans second princess, Lin Huiyin! No one else was sufficiently qualified. A melodious melody was heard. However, was this a new song? Every night in my dreams, I see you, I feel you. My heart throbs for you. Travelling through endless space, braving all winds, entering my dreams. Your heart has never changed. You and me, we dont speak. But your love still sails through the skies, free like the wind. You let me feel worry free and will forever be my love. Just love at first sight, two hearts connected into something eternal. .... The entire audience could only hear Lin Huiyins voice. Yet this song was being broadcasted throughout the Milky Way. Everyone was enthralled. When the singing reached a crescendo, everyones hearts trembled. It was as though they were remembering their own experiences of love. "Under the stars we tightly hugged. Regardless of whether we will ever reunite, my heart will forever hope for you!" When the song finished, the pce was silent. Everyone who heard this song was lost in their own memories. A brief momentter, the pce resounded with ps. No one knew that in such a short amount of time, Lin Huiyins song had once again resonated with the people. In War of the Blind, Lin Huiyin had demonstrated fearsome talent. She had begun to explore the beauty of human nature. Who would have known that this song would have been about love? Huiyin curtsied and faced the Empress and Aina. "This song is called My Heart Will Go On. I wish Older Sister all the best." At this point, no one remembered the banquet anymore. Ans princess was going to move the world. "Wonderful! This song is too beautiful. GOD! Why am I not from An!?" Yao Ailun murmured. "F*ck, this song has to be downloaded. Its too moving. Brother Wang, what do you think?" Wang Zheng was finally awakened from the music. His instincts were telling him that this was not written by Huiyin. She was talented, but she did not have these feelings. Hence, she could not have written it. Furthermore, the title was what Aina had said before she left - "My Heart Will Go On" The situation at the female dormitory was crazier than at the boys dormitory. The song was supremely beautiful and was love at first sight. This was truly a fairy tale. Every girl loved this sort of fairy tale. Only Ye Zisu was speechless. "I cant believe Huiyin has such abilities. How did she have such deep feelings?" Du Qingqing sighed. "This was not written by Lin Huiyin," Ye Zisu said. "Ah. It cant be. Lin Huiyin writes all her songs. She doesnt sing other peoples songs." "Perhaps her sister does not count," Ye Zisu said faintly. Regardless, Ans two stars shook the Milky Way. The song swept through all the mainstream music lists and topped them all. It was unprecedented. When Huiyins small body had belted such high notes, even the blind had the strength to open their eyes. The songs lyrics were written by Aina An. When the sisters cooperated, no one was their match. At this point, Wang Zheng could not sleep. He found Yan Xiaosu and the two spent the whole night drinking. The two of them did not speak but merely drank cup after cup as wine and song took them. Yan Xiaosu was extremely touched. Regardless of what happened, being able to experience such romance was worth it. The next day, almost all the headlines were talking about the ceremony. It has to be said that An had once again swept the headlines, hogging the spotlight. This pair of sisters had the ability to make people worship them. Ainas first work with Huiyin had reached the peak. It looked as though the First Princess also possessed artistic talent. This was the opinion of numerous individuals. It could be said to be even greater than Huiyins. However, as the First Princess, she could not act like Huiyin, yet peoples evaluation of her only soared. Aina was truly the epitome of perfection. After this situation, Huiyin was no longer the innocent singer. There was no choice. Her status was iparable, and even if Huiyin did not care for it, her fanbase had increased by over five times and was still growing. Her song, "My Heart Will Go On," had swept through the Milky Way and be the king. This was something even Huiyin could not have imagined. Frankly, she did not believe that her singing was better than Ainas. Even if the song was the same, shecked the emotion. She never had this feeling before. However, when Aina wrote the song and sang it on its own, even Huiyin was drowned by the emotions. In fact, she even envied Aina. Separated by love, it was truly too romantic and outrageous. She did not know where her sister had gained such courage. As she lightly whistled the song, Huiyin tried to reminisce the feeling she had. She pursued perfection. She had to perform this song as it was supposed to be performed. Chapter 104: Group Battle Chapter 104: Group Battle Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the ssroom, the topic of everyones discussion was the two beautiful princesses and that beautiful song. Everyone was asking if Princess Aina already had someone in her heart. The song was written by Aina, but her sister was the one who sung it. She had also cancelled the ball. Was it a coincidence? Although the royal family did not react, it was unable to the gossip from spreading like a ze. Who was it that could attract Princess Aina? "My guess is its the Antean Prince." "Che, that bamboo pole? This brothers leg could tten him!" "I heard that the Speakers son is also chasing Princess Aina." "F*ck, that drunkard? To h*ll with him!" "It cant be, I heard that that person is very ferocious. Hes a minotaur." "My goddess Huiyin is the best. I am going to listen to her songs every day from now on and think of her when I go to sleep." "Stop it! Dont defile my female goddess." "How dare you! Do you want to fight?" "Lets go! Im not scared of you!" ... Regardless of the situation, the situation was very rowdy. Yan Xiaosu walked over and took a seat. "Arent you going to ss?" asked An Mei. "I have things to do." Yan Xiaosu pointed at his Skylink. The Skeleton Corps had been challenged to a fight. Solons side had given out an announcement. It was the prince of the Star Emperor Corps. The Prince was not interested in a singlebat fight but rather a group fight! The Prince was Earth regions strongest member of royalty. At the moment, he was the third best yer. Frankly, when one was in the top ten, their skills were about the same. Differences in rank were due to how often they participated inpetitions and yed. The Prince and his Star Emperor Corps, his professional team, were undoubtedly the best of Earths yers. Their individual skill was unparalleled and their teamwork was even more terrifying. The Prince wanted to challenge the Skeleton Corps to a 3 on 3 squad battle. This struck at the Skeleton Corps weak spot. Yan Xiaosu did not care much for individual fights. It didnt matter if he was a king or a peasant, the situation could be solved without problem. However, in a 3 on 3 match, especially since the Princes squad was filled with true elites whoplemented each other, they yed on a professional level. When a team worked together well, they were greater than the sum of their parts. Simrly, the reverse held true. "Boss, the Skeleton Corps three most impressive yers are Rainbow, Wild King, and Qiangsen. However, Qiangsen has recently gone for treatment, so only Rainbow and Wild King are left. However, the two of them will not be able to beat these experts alone." Yan Xiaosu felt slightly hesitant. However, if they did not ept, the opponents would definitely humiliate them. Wang Zhengughed. "Of course we battle!" When was there a time where they could not fight?! A man had to have confidence. Ainas confidence in him had made Wang Zheng fearless. Let all these strong opponentse. Only then could one be stronger! Wang Zhengs strength had inadvertently affected Yan Xiaosu. Even Tyrant Su seemed supremely tyrannical! He had more and more faith in himself. The words these two brothers shared echoed in their ears. They would dominate the Milky Way! The Star Emperor Corps were filled with experts. Their strongest yer was known as All-Powerful. At the highest level of professionalpetitions, he had a win rate of 80%. His team could be said to be on the highest level of Earths teams. Such an amazing team was challenging a group of amateurs. It had truly been out of Solons expectations. It was as Solon had said, he was only worried that there would be no opponents and not that he feared the opponents. However, he had to be careful. There were too many variables in a group fight. Hence he had analysed the Princes video recordings. Based on the reys, among the top 10 yers, 2 were part of the Princes Star Emperor Corps. The notification for battle had already been issued. Star Emperor Corps VS Skeleton Corps Star Emperor Members: Prince, Hammer, lucky Skeleton Members: Skeleton, Rainbow, Wild King For single or random matches, there was not much difference whenparing between yers of the diamond rank. However, when it came to professional teams fighting against amateur teams, even with the same skilled yers, the professional teams would beat the opponent senseless. When the yers saw the battle notification, they all had the same feeling. One should fight when it was difficult. If it was not difficult, then one had to create a challenge for themselves! Rainbow was a tinum-ranked yer at his best. Wild King was slightly better and was a diamond-ranked yer. However, this was when it came to solo fights. Group battles were on apletely different level. It required professional training and could not merely bepleted in just a few days. This was especially important when it came tomunicating without words. This was only something that could be trained after a long period of time as a group. The Skeleton Corps was shocked by the news. They were both excited and worried. Such an opportunity did note often. However, the pressure to win was extremely stifling. As a diamond-ranked yer, Wild King had had the opportunity to engage in such a match before. He was beaten so badly that he wet his pants. Although he was skilled as an individual, he did not have the ability to fight as a cohesive team. Rainbow felt extremely passionate towards this opportunity. This was in contrast to Wild King, who seemed extremely cautious. The two of them were extremely worried they would pull Skeleton down. The Prince was extremely vicious. He waspletely confident that he would take down those two helpers and then engage in a 3 vs 1... Prince was evenly matched whenpared to Skeleton in a one on one. With two additional helpers, f*ck, this was just a trap for Skeleton. In the Chronos manor, Lear, who had heard the news, nodded his head. His previous defeat did not count for much. This is because no one knew who Magical Bird truly was. However, Lear clearly knew! He was the one who had taken control of Magical Bird. He could easily set up another fight, yet something held him back. However, that was dumb. He was not a mere foot soldier. He was amander, a king. Even if there were people better than him, he would not put himself in harms way. He woulde up with a strategy and force the opponent into a situation where he would wish for his own death! It was better to be cunning than brutish! He had made a mistake. He would not do it again. If he did, he would not be known as a Chronos! Now that he was back on track, Lear felt extremelyfortable. Being able to be in control felt extremely satisfying. For people like the Prince, they might be considered to be idols in the eyes of themon man. However, to him, the Prince was no more than a pawn. He was disposable. Lear truly wanted to see how Skeleton would react to this situation. The stronger he was and the more tenacious Skeleton was, the more interesting this would be. A king could only be crowned byying a strong foundation by beating each opponent. Last minute preparations would not be sufficient for the fight. Rainbow and Wild King hadpeted against each other before. However, fighting against professionals waspletely different. Also, would Skeleton continue using the Wargod No. 1 in a group fight? Although this was a stereotype, in high level group battles, everyones shield energy had to be calcted properly. At a critical moment, teammates would have to take hits for one another and disperse the damage taken. The Wargod No. 1 did not possess any energy shields, so he would be handicapping himself from the start. From another point of view, Rainbow and Skeleton were ced under even more stress as they had more things to consider. All of these were considered in Lears calctions. If Skeleton does not use the Wargod No. 1, he will lose his uniqueness and will no longer be interesting. However, if he does, the difficulty of winning will be too great. Even if he was a piece of sh*t, would he not think about his teammates? There was no easy answer to this. However, Lear still gave the opponent a 60% chance of winning. This was as he had left the choice of battlefield to the opponent. If he was allowed to act grantly, the opponent would not even have this discretion to choose. After just half a day of the message spreading, the CT forums were bustling with activity. By evening, arge number of yers had appeared. Previously, there were only yers from the Asian region. Now, there were plenty from other regions. At a nce, it could be seen that some were from the Moon. The previous battle between Skeleton and Lady Stormsword had left a very deep impression on them. In the CT headquarters, Solon watched the screen with a cigar in hand. The numbers on the screen left one extremely nervous. The total number of viewers had exceeded 2 million. This was absolutely crazy. This was truly the peak of amateurpetitions! "Lin Huiyins Blind War has led the Skeleton Corps to be extremely famous and attractive. It is a pity the Blind General is unable to be here." "Blind General? You mean Qiangsen?" "The three generals of the Skeleton Corps. Little Red Noob Rainbow, Blind General Qiangsen, Wild Scout Wild King. These are the titles given by the yers," the administrative personnel replied. Solon nodded his head. "The Blind General is the strongest. However, he is unable to do battle. Although Rainbows rank might not be high, his abilities are extremely strong. I heard that he is an expert in the SWAT team. Wild King is also a pretty strong yer in the American Regions diamond ranks." "But boss, the opponent is the Prince and his grand generals. They are professionals! They are undefeated even amongst pros! How can they face off against amateurs?" Solons staff was nervous. This n had indeed attracted the attention of numerous people; however, they had created trouble for themselves. The original n was for Prince and Skeleton to face off against each other alone. Who would have known that the Prince would raise such a proposition? Worst of all, Solon had epted! "You are worried about Skeletons ability to work as a team?" Solon smiled as he replied. His staff nodded their heads. It was not just them who were worried, the entire discussion forums were furiously debating about this. In a one on one fight, regardless of the opponent, Skeleton would be able to put up a fight. However, in a group battle, this was apletely different situation. Furthermore, the Skeleton Corps had let out that the three of them had never fought together before. How could theypare with Princes team, who had fought together for hundreds of battles? Although they had fought in other group battles before when they queued alone, such 5 vs 5 battles were at an elementary level. Would Student Skeleton be able to create another legend? The discussion forums hadbelled Skeleton as a fellow student. This was because when people voted for what they thought Skeleton was, 80% of the yers thought that he was a student. However, some felt that he was a military school student, and there were some who felt that he was just a hardcore gamer. After much discussion, people had gotten used to addressing him as such. However, in the Skeleton Corps, the members were used to addressing Skeleton as a god. This was because they hoped he would create another miracle. Even before the battle began, the audience members had given Rainbow and Wild King a lot of pressure. Rainbow and Wild King were senior yers, so they were extremely clear of the Princes abilities. Even in their dreams they did not imagine a day where they would fight against such a opponent. Ever since they had entered the Skeleton Corps, Wild King and Rainbows solo skills had improved. They wanted to give the Skeleton Corps a breath of fresh air. Rainbow had entered the top of the tinum rank and was almost a diamond-ranked yer. Wild King continued to maintain his diamond one rank. The next step would be extremely hard. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were even more nervous. They were constantlying up with ns.The fact was that the Prince did not have many secrets. There were many videos of their fights, especially of their teamwork, and it was extremely scary. A yer of the king rank supported by two diamond-ranked yers. It could only be described as terrifying. It was said that their teamwork could ce them in the top ten teams of Earth. Chapter 105: Danger Chapter 105: Danger Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Rainbow: Tempest Condor (An), Luoluo Tracking System, Beam Saber Wild King: Light Cavalry Type D (An), MP5 Laser Rifle, Beam Saber Skeleton: Wargod No. 1 (Default) Prince: War Emperor Type V (Mars), War Emperors Electric Halberd Lucky: Ice Falcon 9th Gen (Earth), Zero Degree Laser Rifle Hammer: Gold Guardian (Moon), Hammer Auxiliary System This was the Star Emperor Corps full lineup. Although thepetition would start soon, thementators had already started talking. "Ah, Comrade Old Deer, your clothes today look... celebratory. Did you win the lottery? Did you get a girlfriend?" Bubbly Foam mocked. Todays Deer dressed extremely festively. "Hehe, today is thest day I will bementating on Skeletons battles. Of course I have to dress for the asion." "Oh, Comrade Old Deer, why are you so sure about this?" Bubbly Foam smiled. Old Deer admitted that he did act quite rashly. However, he let out a faint smile. "The opponent this time ispletely different. I think everyone understands. With the Star Prince Team on red and the Skeleton Corps on blue, both are extremely famous corps. However, when ites to skill, I think even the audience has their own opinions. Why dont we let the audience vote for who they think will win?" Old Deer pressed a button and a voting interface popped up. 83% of the audience felt that the Princes Star Prince Team would win. The Skeleton team were the typical folk heroes. They had a lot of support. However, the Star Prince Team was full of professional celebrities. Furthermore, they had a long and distinguished record. The Princes status did not even have to be exined. Even on Earth, he had over a million fans. It was a case of a pagan god fighting against the established gods. At this point in time, the hype for the Skeleton Corps was extremely high. However, looking from a broader point of view, it could be seen that they still had arge distance to go before reaching the level of the Star Prince Team. "Dear Student Skeleton has constructed many miracles. I hope that it will happen again," Bubbly Foam said determinedly. Old Deerughed. "Little Bubbly, I heard that you are dating the Skeleton Corps Rainbow. Is that true?" Bubbly Foam gave a slight smile. "We are friends." "Keke, as amentator, I would advise you to aim a little higher. A diamond-ranked yer is the lowest you should go," Old Deer chided. "This is my own problem. Furthermore, I believe the Skeleton team will definitely win!" "In this case, you can watch and learn. Dear audience members, you might not be familiar with the situation. Let me introduce the teams." From a professional standpoint, Old Deer was very skilled. However, when it came to his knowledge of the game, it was extremelyplete. Furthermore, he hade prepared this time. The Star Prince Team had a string of glorious results, especially because the Prince had been in top form recently. In professional battles, he had achieved a string of 8 victories. It was in the top 3 longest streaks for the year. The Prince was the pearl of the professional yers. Without saying, Hammer and Lucky were also specially picked by the Prince. They were not concerned with their CT rankings; however, in professionalpetitions, Lucky was the teams main sniper, while Hammer was the support yer with keen insight. He was CTs number one support yer. However, after joining a professional team, his CT y time had reduced drastically. Hence, he was only ranked at the top of the diamond ranks. If these team members wanted to rush into the king rankings, they would be unstoppable. However, to professional yers, other than a few captains, the rest of them used CT as a form of practice and rxation. They would not seek a high rank. What was most important was gaining victory duringpetitions. Professional and amateur yers would constantlypete together. This was mostly due to the workings of the CTpany. However, such a serious match was rarely seen. In professionalpetitions, support mecha were often used. Some yers were in charge of detecting enemies and making the appropriate judgment. They even had to defend themselves from attacks. They would fill up the gaps in the battle line and would even have to sacrifice themselves. Hence, for the sake of victory, everything had to be done. In suchpetitions, the mecha used were of a higher caliber and were outfitted with numerous equipment. These also had to be countered with support mecha. The Tyrannical Maic Guardian was one such mech. However, the requirements of amateur yers were not as stringent. This was also one of the reasons why the Star Prince Team were the favored winners. Excitement and hype was just that. Those who were logical all knew that the result of thispetition was clear. What was important was if the process would be exciting. Within this short span of time, the people who favored Star Prince Teams victory had increased by another 2%. It was impossible. Old Deer had never possessed as much confidence as he had today. He was very familiar with the Prince and the Star Prince Team. He hadmentated numerouspetitions they had participated in. "Now let us talk with the Prince and hear his opinions on the match." Not everymentator would be able to interview the Prince. "Hello, Prince. This is Old Deer. I am very curious, why were you so interested in such apetition?" On the screen appeared the Prince. The Prince gave a wry smile. "Firstly, I would like to thank everyone for their support. I had watched Skeletons fights previously and they were very exciting. He has already reached the level of a professional yer. I would like to use thispetition to see his performance in a group battle." "Ah, so thats the reason. This is extremely high praise for Skeleton. However, it looks as though he has chosen to stand out. He chose to use the Wargod No. 1 and rejected working as a team." Comrade Old Deerughed. "As a loyal fan of the Star Prince Team, I hope that the Skeleton team is not too scared!" Prince also gave an inadvertent smile. This Old Deer was a big mouth in thementator circle. Once again he had proved his reputation right. "Let us exchange pointers." The discussion forum was extremely heated. Originally, they were excited about the uing match. However, now they had been thrown into disarray by Old Deers words. This guy was not even fearful of the world falling into chaos. The brothers and sisters of the Skeleton Corps were not to be trifled with. They would naturally show their true colors when dealing with Old Deer. Although the Prince seemed to take thispetition pretty lightly, it was not wrong of him to feel that way. He had the skills to do so. Teamwork was not created by merely talking about it. Teamwork would allow one to conquer the heavens! It would allow one to surpass their individual limits! Rainbow and Wild King had also gone online. The two of them had a level of tacit understanding between them. However, they did not possess much confidence. Rainbow was in charge of sniping for this round and had to face off against Lucky. However, he did not possess any hope in beating Lucky. He had watched himpete often. That ability to remain calm even in dangerous situations was truly heaven-defying. Wild King had it even worse. Most scout yers who entered the professional circuit chose to use support mecha, a jack of all trades. Additionally, Wild King had once faced off against Hammer. At that point, Wild King was extremely arrogant. His personality was exceptionally reckless to begin with. He had felt that his ability was exceptional. So what if Hammer was a professional yer? He would crush him. However, he was truly too arrogant. When he faced off against Hammer, he had faced off against him in the Dark World map. He waspletely annihted, beaten to a point that even his mother would not recognize him. It was a massive blow to his confidence then. Although he had lost badly, the audience did not think much of it. It was simple. All of them felt that losing to a professional yer was normal. Even being annihted didnt seem out of the ordinary. However, in Wild Kings heart, it was a significant blow to his confidence. It waspletely differentpared to the battle with Skeleton. After the battle with Skeleton, Wild King had sought to improve himself. Hence, he had entered the Skeleton Corps. However, the battle with Hammer was just something he wanted to forget. However, people in the same river would meet each other eventually while they drift. Yet he did not expect it to happen so soon. After the interview with the Prince, numerous CT yers wanted an interview with Hammer and Lucky. Lucky was only interested in being interviewed by beauties. This fellow was a yboy. It was in contrast to his calmness in game. When it came to beauties interviewing him, he would brag endlessly and would even stay in contact with the interviewers. "Brother Lucky, what do you think your chances of winning are?" Lucky couldnt help butugh. "It doesnt matter; any of us can take all three of them on at the same time. Do you think that this is for real? Nah, this is just a game. Theres no need to be serious." On the other side, a male interviewer asked Hammer, "yer Hammer, what do you think about these three? Do you feel that they can win?" Hammer shook his head. "No opinion." "Have you seen him fight before?" "Nope." "Do you know who he is?" "Dont know." His replies were all very blunt. "However, from what we know, you actually fought against Wild King before. At that point, he had just entered the diamond ranks." "Dont remember." ... Wild King tightly clenched his fist. Failing was not the worst. What was worse was that the opponent did not even remember him. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu had finallye online. They were highly anticipating the uing battle. This was because up until now, regardless of whether it was in real life or in the Skeleton Corps, they had never had any form of coordination. Up till now, even the battle n had not been decided on. Would they fight on their own? Would they fight head on and win like gods? Or would they bunker down? Online opinions had divided into two factions. However, the Princes side had the upper hand. Perhaps there was a lot of doubt whether they could win. Furthermore, there had been a lot of precedence for this. Even Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were extremely worried. They couldnt help but to watch the Princes video reys seriously. Currently, the Princes teams reys were the most watched on Earth. This was something that the Prince did not imagine. Usually, he was only in the top 10. However, because of this "small matter," he had catapulted to the top. It could be considered to be the silver lining in this cloud. Yao Ailun was extremely angry at these numbers. "What in the world? They are challenging us. Why are they on top?" Chen Xiu shook his head. "Brother AIlun, you are too impatient. In a moment, after we win, we will be at the top. Even if we are not at the top, they will lose their position." "Boss, the number of viewers has exceeded 2.37 million! It is still increasing steadily." Listening to the warnings of his staff, Solon nodded his head solemnly. Had he be addicted to taking risks? At the very least, he still looked to be the same in the eyes of his staff. Since Skeleton had been singled out, he should at least have made it a solo battle. Even if the risk of losing was extremely high, it would not be as risky as the current situation. However, now it was toote, as he had chosen a group fight and it was even against a strong team. Winning would be great, but was it necessary to take such a big risk? Chapter 106: A Show Chapter 106: A Show Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Whether it was worth it or not didnt matter anymore. The only thing he could do now was wait. "Boss, do we really not need toe up with any tactics? Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu are experts in this field." Yan Xiaosu was slightly worried. The opponent was just too strong. He had watched live streams of the Prince, and the Prince crushed his opponents with ease in a smooth and flowing fashion. Furthermore, he used a halberd that possessed frightening momentum when it was swung. When the three of them worked together, they seemed absolutely invincible. "We will react on the spot. Last minute tactics are quite meaningless too." Wang Zheng smiled. "Now, now, there is no need to worry. I have already begun preparations." After entering CT, Wang Zheng began to warm up. Rainbow and Wild King also came along. As teammates, they had to make some preparations. However, they still felt uneasy. Most importantly, they did not want to be the reason for their teams loss. "Skeleton, what tactics do you have in mind? We will wholeheartedly support you!" Rainbow said. "Just fight normally. Just do the best you can," Wang Zheng replied. Rainbow and Wild King were dazed at his words. Do the best they can? They would definitely lose! However, the two of them did not say much. Truthfully, they could only y normally. Although it didnt feel right, Skeleton himself didnt have any extra preparations either. "We will definitely win," Wang Zheng said, after feeling that his teammates did not seem too confident. "Yes! We will definitely win!" Wild King said. D*mn it, people were dying all over the world; what was there to be scared about? Just do his best. He would definitely leave asting impression on Hammer. If he was defeated twice with any recollection of him, what was the point of living anymore? Rainbow couldnt help but nod his head. He wasnt an airhead. There was no point fooling himself. This was an extremely difficult situation. If not for Bubbly Foams support, he would not want to humiliate himself. It was because Bubbly Foam was extremely well inclined towards the Skeleton Corps that she had managed to meet Rainbow. Dear Student Rainbow had grasped the opportunity tightly, and they actually had feelings for each other. He was determined not to be humiliated. Even if he was to lose, he would definitely go out in style and fight for the Skeletons Corps honor. Wild King was more of a dolt. If he chose not to think about it, he would not. However, it was not so simple for Rainbow. At this point, a message was received on his Skylink. It was from Bubbly Foam. "Little Red Noob! You can do it! If you win, I will treat you to dinner!" sounded Bubbly Foams sweet voice. *Bang* Little Red Noobs universe had just exploded. For the sake of a date, grannys leg! He would do it! Although what would happen inside a battle could not be predicted, their spirit for battle had been aroused! Both teams had arrived. The battle was going to start. Map Choice: Random C Crazy Leis Wailing Pond When this map was chosen, all of the members of the Skeleton Corps had their hopes drenched slightly. Wailing Leis Pond was a 3 vs 3 map. This map was not considered to beplex. It was set on Earth, but the problem was that to win this map, one didnt have to destroy all their opponents. Rather, it was to destroy the opponents fort! Usually, just defeating the opponent was enough; the enemies fort would then self-destruct. However, this was a professional yers map. Surrounding each teams fortress was a minefield. Mecha would have to pass through the minefield to assault the fort. Without saying, Hammer was an expert at this. Even if he was taken out, his Hammer System could be used by his teammates, preventing the opponents from using it. In a professional team, one person on each term would be equipped to handle such a situation. Once the mecha list appeared, the audience felt disheartened. Rainbow and Wild King were shocked with their mouths agape. How could their luck be so bad? Wild King did not bring any auxiliary equipment as he was not used to it. He had not learned to use such auxiliary equipment. He was already weak, and if he did not use something he was good at, it would lead to a crippling defeat. The best case scenario would be to drag out a draw. This was the thought in most peoples minds. "Hello, everyone. The battle has begun. I hope you can vote for the team you support! A lucky winner will be chosen to win a mystery gift!" Todays Young Deer was especially lively. It was as though a second wind had taken him. Both sides mecha appeared simultaneously. This map was nothing special. There was only the minefield protecting the fort, which would test each teams capabilities. Although Hammer had auxiliary equipment equipped, minesweeping was a slow task. If they were ambushed, it would also be disastrous. They would definitely have to take the advantage in a straight-on fight. "Skeleton, what should we do?" They had be extremely focused. In fact, Rainbow and Wild King felt extremely excited. This was the skill of a warrior! "Let us wait for them. I will act as bait." Wang Zheng did not have the intention to rush in. With their teams situation, attacking first would not be to their advantage. Piloting the Wargod No. 1, Wang Zheng started to move forward at a steady pace. He had to choose a good ambush location. Rainbow quickly found a spot he could snipe from and Wild King lied in ambush. One watched from above, the other from below. All of them were in the Wargod No. 1s vicinity. However, even they felt anxious for Skeleton. To be frank, this was not the first time they had engaged in such a fight. The two of thems hairs were on end. Wang Zhengs Wargod No. 1 peered around. It didnt look like he was fighting a battle but rather admiring the scenery. On the other side, Prince grouped up with Hammer and Lucky before moving quickly. "Boss, are we going to attack them directly?" "Haha, they are definitelyying an ambush on their side of the map. We will go over in our formation. This opponent likes to use the terrain to their advantage, so we cannot be careless." After the Prince spoke, his mouth curved into a smile, demonstrating his supreme confidence. "Rx, I have experienced a hundred battles. They wont even be able to rock our boat." Lucky smiled. He was still extremely cocky. If they won, thepensation was extremelyrge. A pair of matching watches had recently caught his eye. That girl by the name of Bubbly Foam was extremely adorable. He would give her one half of the pair. Everything was ording to the Princes expectations. Skeletons team was waiting for the opponents to attack. Yet was this enough? Without taking much time, Prince and his team had already entered the enemys half of the map. They had not been obstructed at all. However, Hammers Gold Guardian was always at attention. As the scout, he was in charge of detecting the enemies. In this aspect, the Hammer Auxiliary System was extremely good at that. All of a sudden, the Prince stopped. Hammer and Lucky stopped moving as well. "Movement." "Mm." Hammers Hammer Auxiliary System started to search for the opponent. The captains senses were usually very sharp. The opponent did not possess a scout and hence did not interfere with the scan. On their screens, Wang Zheng and his teams positions were all lit up in dark red. "These are three noobs. They thought that this was sufficient to ambush us? How could they be so na?ve?" Lucky couldnt help butugh. Amateurs were amateurs; the difference in skill was just too disparate. Prince could not help butugh as well. Even if their solo abilities were decent, this was just too disappointing. This was not the stone age anymore. One had to understand and utilize the equipment to seed. On the other side, Rainbow and Wild King were silently waiting, watching the Wargod No. 1 walking up and down and worrying for him. "Wild King, the opponent has a 90% chance of having spotted us already. In a moment, you should quickly assault the Gold Guardian. Do not care if you die or are wounded. You need to get him away from us. Rainbow, regardless of whatever dangerous situation you are in, you must not be concerned. Your opponent is Lucky," Wang Zheng said. The ground shook violently. The fight was about to start. The Five Elements increased ones ability to sense what was happening around them. Wang Zheng was able to judge what was happening in the distance just by feeling the vibrations along the earth. The Wargod No. 1 was standing in the open and very quickly was spotted by the Prince and his team. In a single move, Lucky and Hammer disappeared. Regardless if it was a group fight or a one on one battle, the Prince was unworried. The group battle was not chosen by the Prince. He had originally wanted a one on one fight. However, the CT management made a decision otherwise. He was a professional. Since they wanted a group fight, he would do so. Lucky and Hammer could treat this as a show once they deal with their opponents. The War Emperor increased in speed as it maintained its momentum, rushing towards the Wargod No. 1, revealing his position. However, the Wargod No. 1 did not stop but instead headed towards the War Emperor. On the other hand, Lucky was rushing towards Rainbow and Hammer dashed towards Wild King. Such a hunt wasnt very suspenseful. However, this was what the Prince and Skeleton had wanted. The Prince let out a wry smile. The War Emperors speed suddenly increased and the mech zed towards the Wargod No. 1 in a sh. The Wargod No. 1s alloy knife was drawn as it shed over. Bang! The War Emperor had suddenly attacked. It was extremely difficult to utilize a halberd. However, when mastered, it possessed immense potential to kill. The Prince was the best halberd user on Earth. Facing the War Emperor head on was almost a joke. After a single collision, the Wargod No. 1 was knocked backwards. "The other two are heading towards you guys. Once you start fighting, push the enemies towards us," Wang Zheng said as he continued fighting against the War Emperor. Rainbow and Wild King were jolted awake. They were too focused and were a bit stiff. The opponent had indeed almost approached their position. Rainbow reacted immediately, but his attack hit nothing. Luckys zero degree rifle fired a white light which flew towards Rainbow. Rainbow quickly maneuvered his mech. The Tempest Condor was not any worse than the opponents mech and was even stronger in certain areas. Calm! On the other side, Wild King and Hammer had already engaged in a battle with sparks flying. Hammer was not as polite and immediately proceeded to suppress Wild King. With the auxiliary support system, some of his firepower had been sacrificed and his movement had also slowed down for the purposes of equipping it. Yet Hammer was able topletely suppress Wild King. This was the confidence one had in their ability to pilot their mech. The Gold Guardian was strong in defense. Every step it took was firm and he did not rush to destroy his opponent in a single blow. Instead, he sought to slowly grind down the opponent while observing the surroundings. A scout did not possess much killing power. Although Hammer was using a support mech, it did not mean that it was offensively weak. It was just that in a team, one had to make the sacrifice when needed. He used this opportunity to polish his battle capabilities. A scout who had yet to match up to professionals would be easily crushed. On the other hand, Rainbow had encountered the same trouble. In a battle between snipers, one would have to see who was faster and more urate. The snipers battle was extremely cold and calcting. It was not as physically exhrating as the others. However, it was definitely the most thrilling. Rainbow had always maintained a casual attitude when he yed CT. Put another way, it was a form of rxation from the real world for him. Hence, he had always fought for the fun of it. However, facing such an opponent, he had inadvertently slipped into his serious side. Chapter 107: Impressive War Emperor Chapter 107: Impressive War Emperor Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas On the other side, Lucky felt the same way. This calmness and confidence, it did not seem like the other side was a tinum-ranked noob. In the center of the battlefield, Skeleton and Prince had already started exchanging blows. One could easily appreciate others battles but not know how their own would unfold. The Prince was fully known in the professional circuit. His moves were not graceful but instead practical. They were always able to strike the opponents weak points at the crucial moments. He did not need graceful moves, it was a waste of energy. However, facing this Wargod No. 1, the War Emperor was unable to gain any advantage at all. Compared to Hammer and Lucky, who held an advantage over their opponents, the Prince was actually at a disadvantage. With each step he took, his momentum increased and his strikes strengthened. The War Emperors electric halberd paved the way forward, each blow having the force to decimate his opponent. However, Skeletons Wargod No. 1 skillfully parried each blow. Other than a few frontal shes, Skeleton avoided the rest. The halberd was ferocious, but it was not the most flexible. However, Prince did not leave any weak spots exposed for long. Hence, the Wargod No. 1 was unable to gain any advantage either. "F*ck, what are the two of them doing? Are they ying around? F*ck their m*ms!" Some people could not help but shout out. They thought that it would be a showdown between Mars and the Earth (their mecha). However, what was happening was not up to their expectations. These brothers would just shoot their mouths off when bored. "You b*tches dont understand. Only noobs would engage in fancy fights. This is a fight between experts. Its so frightening that Im sweating in my seat." What he said rang true. Inexperienced yers wouldnt be able to resist but engage in a direct confrontation immediately, trying to bite the opponent to death immediately. However, when it came to the high-ranked arenas, it would be quite normal to see two yers engage in a fight for over 10 minutes without going all out. Only when they had confidence in exploiting an opponents weak spot would they go all out. This was because once they did so, there was a chance that their own weakness would be exposed and exploited in return. Especially for snipers, it was even harder to resist such temptations to attack wildly. Prince was not surprised at the oue. He had personally watched thest battle. In the face of the ferocious assault by Brightmoon, he was still able to maintain his calm. This was truly an expert. Cheers resounded. The halberd was suddenly raised towards the sky before being mmed into the ground heavily. The Star Emperor Corps fans were excited. This was the Princes deration of war towards opponents he recognized. He would only show such a gesture towards these yers, and it signified he would do his best. The War Emperor suddenly lurched forward, rushing towards the Wargod No. 1. Although the speed was not high, it was full of oppressive momentum. Kill! Prince spoke through the public channel, his momentum like a rainbow. The War Emperors electric halberd shed, bringing with it an atmosphere that all had to kneel to! The movement was not quick, but no one would be able to dodge it. Wang Zheng could feel it too. Even though he could easily dodge Lady Stormswords vicious and swift attacks, Princes move gave him a feeling that he would not be able to dodge it. This was taking hold of the rhythm of battle! His heart was one with the situation. When one wanted to strike because the opponent had slowed down and exposed a weak point, yet at the same moment the opponent elerated forward, covering the weak point one was about to take advantage of and then retaliating, such a move would definitely cause the individual to pause. It would create a dissonance in judgment, and their body would hesitate for a brief moment. In high-ranked battles, this brief moment was enough. This was the Princes unrivalled Tyrannical Halberd Art. Many experts had been crushed by this move. Bang! The alloy knife defended the strike and an explosion resounded. The alloy knife shuddered under the pressure, and the Wargod No. 1 was knocked backwards. Retreat? No! He used the retreat to both dampen the blow and move backwards. This was effective against other opponents, but not the Prince. His momentum would not be reduced. The force of the blow remained as the halberd pulled back. The strike was followed by a stab with the tip. It has to be said that the Princes techniques belonged to the rarely seen battlefield style. They wererge and sweeping. Every move was filled with tyrannical intent. However, the moves were not swung wildly but rather left one with no ce to hide. Bang! The alloy knife shed against the halberd with both arms used to support the blow. There was a violent collision as the Wargod No. 1 was knocked flying backwards, leaving a long trail in the ground. The Princes moves were flowing and the halberd was tyrannical. However, halberd attacks tended to be slow. For the Prince, this was not a problem. The moment he shed out, the War Emperors engines roared as he tightly controlled the follow up motions. Tyrannical sweeps were followed by a fluid motion as he lifted his weapon backwards before suddenly shing down again. If Skeleton were to continue to block, it would definitely end with problems. Yet at this point, the Wargod No. 1 suddenly paused in its movements and the mech moved backwards at the same time its engines roared to life. It was a forced maneuver where the Wargod No. 1 dodged the halberds strike. The difficulty of the move made people gasp out in shock. Even after hended, he was able to maintain his bnce. However, the Prince had alreadyshed out with a follow-up move. With a turn of his body, the electric halberd swung around him, but he had missed, and the Wargod No. 1 pulled away! Zmmmmm The Princes heaven-shaking War Emperors certain kill move! A single stroke. A brilliant sh. It would conquer all foes! The Wargod No. 1 immediately shied away. The mech had to force itself to stabilize, so how could it dodge the War Emperors halberd? This was the terror of the Princes continuous strikes. It was nothing fancy, but it could not be dodged! Some opponents who lost would feel unease and felt that it was due to luck. However, all of those who faced the Prince and lost wouldnt feel this way. This was because they were defeated by superior closebat skills. The retreating Wargod No. 1 instead rolled backwards and used his knee to block the blow. Bang... Perfectly blocked, the halberd was parried! The Wargod No. 1 was pushed back slightly. He was like a relentless vengeful spirit. Leveraging the force, the engines roared to life again as the Wargod No. 1 dashed towards the War Emperor, who was in close proximity. The undefeated move of the Prince had finally been defeated? Furthermore, the opponent could even retaliate. The Prince smiled. The halberd suddenly pulled back. Bang! The War Emperor stabbed the halberd into the ground and blocked the Wargod No. 1s assault. Swift horizontal de, Unparalleled Under Heaven! Dink! The two mecha instantly shed and separated. The audience members eyes were rolling in their sockets. Was there a need to be so vicious? "You were just as I expected. I always wondered if anyone could frontally block my halberd and yet still retaliate. I have never used this next move in apetition. Be careful." Prince picked up the halberd and his mech roared to life, energy shing all about. The Princes hand that was holding the electric halberd crackled with a strong electric current. It looked like there was a lightning serpent coiled around it. The War Emperor Type Vs electric halberd could produce an electromaic current to harm its opponents. It was used during an attack to overload the opponents systems. However, it would drain the mechs energy, so it was not often used. The Prince had not really used it much as it might not have been ineffective. But what about now? The War Emperor renewed its assault. The electric halberd began to rotate violently in his hands, light radiating in every direction. It was as though a true god of war had descended! Yet it was even more ferocious than that. The entire electric halberd looked like a weapon of the gods! Die! A single stroke struck outwards. Bang! Wang Zheng did not choose to dodge. To counter such a wide and sweeping move, one could not simply dodge it. A generic move would not be able to dodge its assault. This was a strike with all his energy. It could be seen from the moment he had prepared himself to execute the move and from the mech itself. Whoever tried to save their strength here would definitely suffer. A fierce attack had to be met with another. What followed the move were three other fierce strikes with the halberd! It consumed even more energy! Wang Zheng definitely wanted to close the distance. Although the Prince was very familiar with battling with the halberd, this was an innate restriction of using the halberd. On the other hand, the alloy knife was no more than a small dagger, but it had its benefits. However, the strong electric current forced Wang Zheng to rethink his n. A direct assault would not be beneficial. Had he consumed his energy shields just so that Skeleton could not approach him? At this point, Wang Zheng noticed that the electric current had focused on a point on the electric halberd. Not good! Prince gave a wry smile. It was over! The electric halberd flew outwards! The Wargod No. 1 was knocked flying. The entire audience noticed it. The Wargod No. 1 was not disadvantaged in any way when he engaged the War Emperor in a closebat fight. However, the electric current had suddenly exploded outwards and changed the situation! However, the Prince was not in much better condition. Yet at this point, the Princes hands electric halberd was thrown outwards like a javelin. That previous explosion of electricity was sufficient to knock out any mechs energy shields. A halberds strike would then bring certain death. Yet the Wargod No. 1 did not possess an energy shield, so the shock would hit the pilot directly. The Wargod No. 1 was definitely paralysed! This move was definitely fatal for Skeleton if he was paralysed! Bubbly Foam and the fans were all sweating profusely while clenching their fists tightly. Was it going to end this way? No! No! Impossible! Everyone was clenching their fists tightly. Paralysed! Paralysed! Paralysed! The Wargod No. 1 picked up its alloy knife. Although it was slightly slower, he still managed to pick it up! GOD! However, the electric halberd continued to fly before stabbing into the ground, unleashing another st of electricity in all 4 directions. The War Emperor Type V was then pulled along with the st. It was a forced control of the enginebined with an electromaic gravitational system! Carrying the momentum of the wind, the War Emperor thenunched a kick towards the Wargod No. 1. Everyone was shocked. This was the Prince, the undefeatable Prince! This was truly heaven-defying, something no one had ever seen. Who would have thought that the Prince, who was renowned for battling in a very stable fashion, would have such a heavenly move!? At this point, Wang Zheng threw his alloy knife away. His left hand was paralysed, but still used it to block. Bang. This attack knocked his left arm into his body heavily, so he was unable to block the blow. However, his right arm lunged and grabbed onto the Princes right leg. Bang! The Wargod No. 1 let out a harsh cracking sound. However, the blow had been blocked and he had not been kicked away. At the same time, he grabbed on to the Prince. Suddenly, Skeleton twisted his body and released his grip while doing a flip kick aiming for the head of the War Emperor Bang! The energy shield blocked the hit. Sparks flew as the War Emperor was struck. The energy shield radiated in a myriad of colors when it was hit. The audience was going crazy. This b*stard not only received the attack butunched a counterattack??? If not for the energy shield, the Prince would have already been destroyed! Looking at the situation, the Princes energy shields would deplete soon. At this point, the Wargod No. 1 did not chase after him as their mecha separated. Even in his dreams did he not imagine that someone would be able to retaliate. Wang Zheng then grabbed the halberd on the floor and flung it. At this point in time, Wild King and Rainbow were fighting closer and closer towards their battle area as per the original n. Lucky was still fighting with Rainbow. The opponent was extremely strong, but it seemed as though he was too serious. This was CT, not a real battle! The atmosphere and the mentality should have beenpletely different. In a real battle, any round fired could kill someone. However, CT was not the same. The Rainbow who had be serious gave Lucky a lot of pressure. At the very least he did not give any opportunity to be attacked. Originally, Lucky wanted to destroy the opponents weapon just to humiliate him. After destroying his weapon, he could be ughtered like a pig. Chapter 108: Let Old Deer Tremble! Chapter 108: Let Old Deer Tremble! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Never did he imagine the situation would develop like this, not even in his dreams! Suddenly, a ck object flew towards him. F*ck. At this distance? And he was so urate? He subconsciously avoided it; however, Rainbow took this opportunity to attack. During the entire course of the fight, Lucky had fired 10 shots to pressure Rainbow. However, Rainbow had not fired a single round in return. At this point in time, Rainbow rushed over. The Tempest Condor locked onto the opponent andser beams fired in every direction. Lucky felt that something was off and immediately turned on his energy shields. Bang... BANGBANGBANGBANG.... One round after another hit him. Rainbow had entered a state of nirvana, with only hisser rifle in his hand. The energy shield was gradually crumbling. Hammer wanted to rescue him, but Wild King was attacking him relentlessly. As Hammer was more skilled than Wild King, Wild Kings energy shields were almost depleted. However, at this point in time, he fought with his life on the line, refusing to let Hammer assist Lucky. Wild King gritted his teeth and rushed towards Hammer, directly blocking Hammersser rifle. One for one. This would be worth it. Bang... Bang... Wild King felt a warm feeling engulf him as he could only hear static crackling. Two mecha exploded. Lucky and Wild King had simultaneously died. When the battle had just begun, no one would have expected such a result. The one who known as the strongest sniper, Lucky, was actually destroyed by an unknown person by the name of Rainbow. The battle had be a 2 on 2. After losing his equipment, it had be a battle of ones gunnery skills. Whether it was the Star Emperor Corps opponents or the Prince, they were all-rounded, and Princes gunnery skills werent bad. More importantly, the War Emperor Type V was equipped with Mars favourite me Laser Rifle. Its uracy was average, but its power was immense. The Tempest Condor had arrived beside the Wargod No. 1. Normally, a sniper left alive was an advantage. However, if the sniper was discovered from his ambush position, it was a different situation. On the opposite side, the War Emperor Type V and the Gold Guardian were standing next to each other. Hammer felt slightly angry. He had been blocked at the critical moment by a noob. This was a failure on his part as a support. A support was supposed to observe the entire situation and assist where it was necessary; their focus was not to engage in battle. On the other hand, Wild King had made the more correct decision and achieved his objective. However, the situation was not that bad. The battle was not over. D*mn it! Although they were still worried, the Skeleton Corps were still cheering. Wild King being able to block Hammer was indeed a mystery. During the critical moment, he was even able to block his opponent. He even aplished his mission. However, the current situation was not good. A long ranged battle was still determined by ones energy shield. However, the War Emperor had exhausted arge portion of his shields and the energy was running low, so it would not be of much use at this point. However, the real problem was Hammer. The Gold Guardian had an extremely strong energy shield. When he got serious, it would also give any closebatant a hard time. Before the current situation, both sides were treating it like a game. However, after the loss of a teammate, the atmosphere had be more serious. It was not meant to be much of a challenge. However, when Wild King ferociously blocked Hammers shot and was destroyed, Wang Zhengs anger was aroused. Although he did not spend any time with the Skeleton Corps, the most interesting things of the day would be told to him by Yan Xiaosu. Hence he was not at all unfamiliar with Rainbow nor Wild King. The two of them had treated him as their captain. However, he had not been apetent one! "Captain, we have to destroy them!" Hammer was furious. These three shrimps had actually managed to take advantage of them. Vroom! The meser rifles engine had started. No one had the intention of escaping. Blood was rushing through their heads. Even if they were merely acting brave, if they retreated at this point in time, it would be humiliating. "Skeleton, what shall we do?" "Kill them!" A tinge of bloodlust could be seen in Wang Zhengs eyes. He fired hisser rifle. In a split second, both sides had started firing at each other. They dodged and they returned fire. Rainbow focused on dodging and did not attack. However, this allowed him to fully focus on the task and hence his energy shields were not weakened. Princes state of mind was not at its peak. However, the Gold Guardian was a defensive type mech, so its energy shields were extremely strong and it received hits for Prince while simultaneously returning fire. Streak after streak ofsers whizzed past. The Wargod No. 1 was dodging extremely quickly. He made use of cover to even return fire. However, the Princes meser rifle was extremely powerful, so the cover would be instantly destroyed upon being hit. The Wargod No. 1s shots never missed the target. Each time he hit, the energy shield would flicker. The battle was reaching its climax. Both sides could not exhibit many of theirs skills. They had to rely on their mechas abilities "Hammer, lets stop ying around. Let us go all out!" Lucky was extremely furious. Even in such an unimportant game, someone had overturned his boat. It was humiliating. Rainbow used a sniper mech. Even though he was focusing on dodging, under such a relentless assault, it was just too difficult to remain unharmed. If things continued going on this way, he would definitely be finished. Prince and Hammer seemed to havee to a tacit agreement. Both of them were using their firepower to push the Wargod No. 1 and the Tempest Condor towards the center of the map. It looked as though they wanted to prevent them from fleeing. With Skeletons personal abilities, if he wanted to engage in gueribat, it would really cause them a headache. However, Wang Zheng did not have any intention of doing that. When he saw that the two of them were close to each other, the meser rifle stopped firing. Instead, an energy ball was condensing at the tip of the rifle. Not good. Rainbow suddenly had a bad feeling. D*mn it, how could he have forgotten? However, it was now toote to split up. The Gold Guardian ignored all damage to itself. He just had to contain them for a few seconds. Once the energy condensed, it would be able topletely shred the both of them. When the energy had finished charging up, Princes eyes were bloodshot. "Have a taste of the me Explosion!" Rainbow gritted his teeth. The Tempest Condor rushed in front of the Wargod No. 1. "Run! Quickly!" Even when the energy shields were operating at max, he would only be able to block for a few seconds. He knew that Skeleton would definitely make the most appropriate judgment. This was their only chance. He would not allow Skeletons winning streak to end here. "Let us die together." At this point in time, Rainbow felt a huge st of energy heading towards him. The Tempest Condors body was suddenly knocked into the air. Right in front of him was a wide, exposed gap. The meser fired. This... On the screen, Lears mouth had a cold smile hung on it. "I overestimated this peasant." In his view, Skeleton had wasted his only chance. His indecisiveness had led to the destruction of his team. It was truly stupid. At this point in time, Rainbow received a message: Fire! The Wargod No. 1 was now equipped with an extra beam saber... it was Rainbows? Bang bang bang bang! Theser sted. "Go and die!" Rainbow shouted. Even in his dreams he did not expect Skeleton to give him this opportunity. He had entered aplete state of focus. He did not even need the Luoluo Tracking System; he could see everything around him clearly. Without a doubt, all he needed to hit the target was to feel where his target was and fire. This was the state he had always been pursuing. However, not even in his dreams did he expect to finally attain this state. Bang Bang Bang Bang... Everyones focus was on Skeleton. Hammer was extremely happy. However, he had underestimated the Tempest Condors sniping abilities. Rainbow, who had been consistently waiting, suddenly burst into action. He had directly destroyed the Gold Guardians defense and destroyed the Gold Guardian itself with another shot. Hammer mmed his fist against the CT apparatus. F*ck, he had actually been destroyed. However, victory was still theirs. The now defenseless Prince did not know what to do. He did not dodge. Neither did he fire back at the Tempest Condor in the air. He had a seconds worth of time to react, yet he did not do anything and awaited death. Bang! The Prince had been destroyed! But... why??? Why?? Why was there no indication of the Wargod No. 1 exploding? When the dust settled, the shadow of a mech appeared. The Wargod No. 1! What happened? The entire audience was silent, and thementators did not say anything. There was no video rey either. This was because the battle had not ended. At this point in time, Team Skeleton could choose to go for a tie or attack the enemys minecluster. Comrade Old Deer waspletely shocked. He had an extremely bad feeling. This Skeleton was definitely trying to do something. "Captain, my mechs energy shields are still operational. Let me enter the minefield first. We still have a chance. Worst case it will be a draw," Rainbow said. At this point in time, his tone was not that of a casual yer but that of a special forces member. It was a pity that the minefield prohibited flying and hence he could not fly over it. The Wargod No. 1 was notpletely undamaged; the mech had several holes in it. However, they were all in non-critical areas. He walked towards the Tempest Condor and returned the beam saber. "I will not let my brothers in arms die for me. Trust me." Rainbow gritted his teeth as he retrieved his beam saber. To be frank, he only yed CT to rx. Life as a special forces member was tough, and little did he expect that... Just who was this guy!? The Skeleton Corps was silent. This... was he going to kill himself? There was a tragic atmosphere in the air; however, in the Skeleton Corps, there was no going back! "Contestant Skeleton has decided to enter the minefield. Even he if fails, he will still do his best. This is Skeleton. This is the Skeleton Corps. This is Rainbow and Wild King! Bravo!" Bubbly Foams eyes were red. Even if it was a tie, it would be considered Team Skeletons victory. Looking at Old Deer beside her... what was he doing? "Oh no. Oh no. This is not good." Comrade Old Deer was mumbling to himself. The Wargod No. 1 opened an infrared energy-detecting device. Although it was not optimal, it could detect the mines in the mine field to a certain extent. However, ones perception could be wrong. In fact, if he reacted too slowly, he would also die. Old Deers heart thumped as he held his breath. The Wargod No. 1 rushed into the minefield. There were over a hundred light mines. Just one mistake would end him! It was impossible to dodge the explosions as well. No human had ever done so! The following 5 short minutes, an asphyxiating 5 minutes for that matter, allowed everyone to see a precise and impable operation of a mech. The system tracked the progress very closely. The audience could see theyout of the mines and the movement of the Wargod No. 1. A blind traverse was when one was rushing for time, utilizing the strength of the energy shields to block the damage from the minefield when rushing through. However... he was not blindly traversing. The Wargod No. 1 was like a ghost as it weaved through the minefield. Not a singlendmine was tripped! When the Wargod No. 1 stood on the other side of the minefield, this scene had shocked everyone. The Tempest Condor on the other side saluted him. Regardless of who he was, regardless of his job, it had all impressed Rainbow. It was the work of a god! Team Skeleton WIN! Chapter 109: Little Red Noob, Let’s Get on the Bed Together Chapter 109: Little Red Noob, Lets Get on the Bed Together Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The system finally released the huge announcement. The sound was incredibly highpitched and even dragged on. In countless ces, people cheered thunderously. There was no need for words. However, people were most curious about what had happened when the meser rifle had fired. How did the Wargod No. 1 leave unscathed? In the VIP broadcasting room, everyone maintained their calm. This was the benefit of watching the stream live. Everyone had to wait for the analysis at the same time. On the screen, the mecha appeared and the video was yed in slow motion. The meser rifle had fired in a burst towards the beam saber! The beam saber had blocked 8 of the shots, Skeleton had dodged 5 shots with a high frequency dodge, while Prince had missed 26 shots. The two times he had hit, they did notnd on critical areas. The VIP area was full of Earths CT experts. Many of them even knew THE Prince. There were many professional teams there who shocked by Skeletons calm and monstrous piloting skills. He was just like a robot. The livestreaming area was silent. After a period of time, a young man sighed, "Perhaps if the Prince opted for a precision battle, there might have been a chance." "If it was you, would you even do that?" Another person who looked identical to him chimed in. They were twin brothers, THE Earth Regions ir brothers. They were renowned for being almost telepathic when it came to working together. In the ranking of the top yers during the Kings Challenge, both of them upied spots in it. No one had expected that someone would be able to dodge such a barrage of attacks. This had already exceeded most peoples imagination. Lears pupils widened before he quietly turned off the scream and the entire room submerged into darkness. His choice of action was not stupid. He was a peerless warrior. "Young Master, the investigation results are out." "Speak." "ording to our data, the opponent seems like he is from Earth. However, there are traces of information that suggest he is from Antis. Any other information requires the highest clearance. Hence we should not continue looking for further information." Lear waved his hands in the dark. Antis? Why would someone be so bored as to gallivant around Earth? Sigh! Truly a masterpiece! The Wargod had descended! Even the most beautiful of words could not describe this match. ordingly, the level of fanaticism was also different. When the battle ended, the people in the VIP lounge were shocked. They were so shocked that they couldnt even make a sound. It seemed as though this battle had left an unforgettable mark on each of them. On the other hand, the Skeleton Corps was cheering loudly. So what if it was a professional!? He would be destroyed all the same! Rainbow and Wild King truly deserved their titles as heroes! Whats so important about coordination? Why does anyone even need a team? What was most important was the fact that all were for one, and one was for all! They had already reached the highest level! When the match ended, Student Skeleton disappeared. However, Rainbow remained to answer questions. "Rainbow, everyone would like to know how youmunicated with the team. We heard that you have never fought as an organized team before. However, everyone realized that your ability tomunicate tacitly was amazing. How did you do it?" Bubbly Foam asked. Rainbow smiled. "Trust!" What did it mean to be a team? Trust was the most important thing! "Old Deer, you look kind of pale." As one of the key members of the Skeleton Corps, Rainbow could not let this opportunity pass by. An eye for an eye after all. "This old me is feeling sick. I should be fine after some rest." Old Deer looked like a little emperor who had been wronged. He had suddenly realized that his premonitions were even more urate than others! Grannys leg. "Congrattions, Rainbow, for your victory. Do you have anything you want to say right now?" Bubbly Foam smiled. She looked extremely cute at this point in time. Rainbows face turned red, "Little Bubbly, would you be willing to be my girlfriend?" Bubbly Foam never imagined he would say this here. The entire Skeleton Corps was roaring withughter. Rainbow seemed so shy. Bubbly Foams face turned red. However, the answer was certain. Yan Xiaosu, who was standing at the side, alsoughed. He pulled open Wang Zhengs CT capsule door. "Little Red Noob is hrious. Hes done for this time. He will definitely be ridiculed to the end of time!" "Little Red Noob, everyone loves you. Would you be willing to be my girlfriend?" "Little Red Noob, lets get on the bed together!" ... Wild King loved to cause a ruckus. This battle was one of his most exhrating ones yet. At times, ones rate of winning when ying solo was very low. A team truly allowed one to be at their strongest! Here, one was not merely looking for their own identity but that of the teams. Bubbly Foam bowed as she said, "Good day, everyone. The livestream will end here. Whatsing next is an analysis of thepetition. Thank you for watching. Please give a hand of apuse to all the participants. Thank you, everyone!" In the CT office, all of the employees were cheering. This victory was truly too awesome. "Boss, this was just too intense. When I saw the Wargod No. 1 reappear, my heart skipped a beat. I almost lost my year-end bonus!" "That person is truly audacious!" "I feel that he truly is a real man. All you grandpas! Im sure Skeleton was not fully confident of his win, but a true man will live up to his responsibilities!" "Thats right!" "That was just too satisfying! This was the first time I felt that my work was just too cool!" Solon smiled. "Alright, report the data. After we tidy it up, we can publish it." "Boss! We have exceeded over 3.5million viewers. And its continuing to rise! At this rate, we will likely exceed 4 million viewers! Once this number appeared on the screen, the whole room devolved into a frenzy. This was just an amateur battle, but it had broken existing records! It wasparable to the viewer count of a professional battle! "Boss, how shall we title the report? Amateur Ovees Professionals?" Solon paused to think, pondering for a brief moment. "Invincibility stemming from trust!" Rainbow wanted to block a round for Skeleton as he knew that Skeleton could win thepetition for them. However, when Skeleton had thrown Rainbow into the air, he definitely believed in Rainbows ability to defeat the two of them. Otherwise, the two of them would definitely have lost. During the moment of crisis, what was important was trust. This match was extremely important. It went without saying that no one was joking around. After working for so many years, with all the infighting in hispany, Solon had be desensitized to everything that happened. However, Solon finally felt something from this. It was something that had been missing for many years. This was a great victory. This n could have been considered to be sessful. He had always fought with the board of directors, however he finally now had the courage to struggle with them all the way. Release the horses, it was time to fight! The surrounding workers looked at Solon in awe. He seemed to have gained a new found confidence. The reason why they strived so hard was also due to their trust in Solon. In CTs top video rankings, the video of Team Skeleton vs the Star Emperor Corps ascended like a rocket through the rankings. This was a miracle because it had managed to disce the professional videos who had always had a monopoly on the top few most viewed videos. In the VIP area, the number of people gradually increased. This was just too awesome. The Prince had actually demonstrated his trump card meant for professionalpetitions in this amateur match. Although he had failed, there were no doubts about the Princes strength. The War Emperors electric halberd and electro maic attraction system was executed wlessly. This move had immense killing potential. If the move was sessful, Prince would no doubt have upied the headlines. Unfortunately, the new headline was slightly different. This move had been mercilessly countered. In Skeletons eyes, all whimsical moves would be crushed. To Wang Zheng, any imaginative moves like that were simply not practical enough to be used. Firstly, he would not have panicked when the move failed. Wang Zheng had essentially experienced all possible types of moves in his training with Bonehead. If someone had seen a new move for the first time, it was almost guaranteed that Wang Zheng would have understood and even experienced the move in some way or another! In fact, Wang Zheng would definitely have understood the concept behind it. It would be difficult to surprise him. In fact, when it came to technical skills, when the Princes imaginative move was used against the Wargod No. 1, it was a miracle that he had even dodged the electric st and furthermore had even dodged all the mines, even those in his blind spot, which caused him to bepletely overshadowed. This skill had far surpassed the ordinary battle skill of the professionals on Earth. Perhaps Skeleton really was a professional yer? However what shocked everyone was not only his technical skills. It was Skeleton Teams cooperation. It was so natural! In most teams, they would have arranged for whom to be sacrificed and who would defend, however this was not the case in their team! When the Wargod No. 1 flung the Tempest Condor into the air, everyone was blown away by the sight. This was true cooperation! This was truly a ssic example of a battle. Spending 10 federation dors to watch thispetition was truly worth it. The Skeleton Corp once again had an explosive increase in the number of members. This time, not only Skeleton was in the limelight, Rainbow and Wild King had also be exceptionally famous. Who would have expected that Wild King, who had previously been crushed by Hammer, would actually y so well? During the critical moment, he made the right decision and acted decisively, winning the game for them. Rainbow was also famous. Many people thought that the Skeleton Corps was just full of noobs, that they were just a group that made a lot of noise. Who would have thought that Rainbow, a tinum-ranked yer, would actually be able to face off against Lucky without giving any ground? During the crucial point of the battle, he had even finished off Lucky, Hammer, and even the Prince! This was something rarely seen even in professional battles! This would not be possible without being able to stay sufficiently calm and without having sufficient skill. The battle wouldnt have been won even if Skeleton had heaven-defying skills. The courage brought about by winning the match gave Little Red Noob the confidence to ask out Bubbly Foam. Even under relentless cheers, Bubbly Foam agreed. This was a brave individual. Every battle was a celebration. The Skeleton Corps quieted down slightly. Bubbly Foam hade and Little Red Noob was being ridiculed endlessly. At Nortons Ind of Life This was a satellite outside of Earth that belonged to the Sr System Federation. It was an artificial space city. Although it was a space city, it had the best medical facilities in the entire Sr System and was also known as Paradise Ind. Qiangsen was currently undergoing the best medical treatment. His condition was quiteplicated, so a normal ce would not be able to treat him and the costs were high. Qiangsen turned off his Skylink. He had just finished listening to the exnation of the entire battle. He was extremely happy for his brothers in his heart. To be honest, he did not feel that there was any chance of victory; the difficulty was just too high. Rainbow and Wild King had definitely exceeded their potential. Man had unlimited potential. Under pressure, they would be able to exhibit super strength. It could be said that Skeleton was excellent at motivating them. However, what Qiangsen did not expect, as well as the Prince, was that Skeleton would y an auxiliary role. This distracted the Prince and Hammer. If they had not wanted to focus their efforts on defeating the Wargod No. 1, the result would not have been the same. By relegating himself to support, Hammers attention was focused on one individual, and he lost sight of the overall picture. It was definitely his loss. Chapter 110: Imperfect… Jewels Chapter 110: Imperfect... Jewels Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas On the battlefield, no one should neglect any foe. It was truly carefree. Qiangsen was someone who could not wait; he wanted to open his eyes and see his fellow brothers. "Mr Qiangsen, your Skylink. Its from the military," a beautiful nurse said softly. "Help me open it." "Aimar here. Qiangsen, how is your recovery?" "General, the doctor has says that I have 70% chance of sess for recovery. I will definitely return to the team! Thank you!" Qiangsen said as he sat up. "No need to thank me; it is deserving of your status as an honorable warrior. However, this time your treatment fees are from CT. I personally hope that you can put on the military uniform once again and not let down all the peoples feelings." Aimar put down his Skylink. Paradise Ind was not a ce ordinary people could enter even if they were rich. The military had given the green light, and furthermore, Qiangsen was an excellent soldier. Qiangsen was slightly shocked. The doctor had asked him to rest, but the situation was just too strange. CT was a profit drivenpany; why would they help him? Was it because of those few battles he had? That would be impossible. Faced with his burning questions, Qiangsen went to inquire with customer service. Regardless if the other party ignored him or not, he would express his thanks. What was unexpected was that his Skylink quickly rang. "Mr. Qiangsen, I am Solon. I am in charge of Earths CT." "Hello, Mr. Solon, I would like to thank you. I dont know what I should say." Solon gave a slight smile. "You are thanking the wrong person. Your medical fees were mostly paid for by Skeleton; it was he who requested for it. Of course, it is also our honor to help a veteran get better. We from the CTpany are very willing to pay a part of the fees and hope you recover quickly. Perhaps in the future you might be busy, but we hope that you wille back to the game to take a look every so often." Solon was very busy and thus he did not beat around the bush with Qiangsen. He then turned off the Skylink. Qiangsen quietly lied on his bed as he closed his eyes slowly. However, his heart could not stay at ease... After finishing another refreshing battle, Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu made their way back to school. "Little Red noob is just too sly. He actually took such an opportunity to confess to Bubbly. Ah, the poor little cabbage has been taken!" Yan Xiaosuughed. A group of people in the Corps were mad. Bubbly Foam was an idol to numerous people. However, she had managed to be wooed by Rainbow. "I feel that everyones standards have improved." "That is the case. The entire Corps is extremely motivated. Furthermore, everyone has improved their awareness in the game; they no longer rush in recklessly and get killed. Naturally, they will improve." Yan Xiaosuughed again. "Although Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu are average yers, their ability to make urate judgments is extremely strong. Furthermore, the two of them are good teachers and give good pointers. Their help has been quite useful." Wang Zheng gave a slight smile. Before he could open his mouth, his Skylink rang. "Wang Zheng, where have you run to!? Come to theboratory immediately!" Xiao Feis voice echoed from the Skylink. Yan Xiaosu looked extremely happy. "The king has called. Student Zheng, you have to go! Quickly!" Wang Zheng gave a bitter smile. "Shes not a king, shes the Empress." He had turned off his Skylink during the battle. Xiao Fei had a bad temper and had definitely flipped. Wang Zheng hurriedly walked away. Not long after, Yan Xiaosu received a Skylink call. Could it be his beloved Meimei? It was truly a perfect night. Right after this battle, would he engage in another passionate one? Yet when he saw the number, he could only stare at it nkly. This number was one that he had managed to obtain through great difficulty, but he had never called it before... Yue Jing? ...??? Why would she contact him on her own initiative? However, Yan Xiaosu still picked up the call. "Student Xiaosu, its Yue Jing." The voice on the other end was very warm. Yan Xiaosu coughed dryly. "Student Yue Jing, what seems to be the problem?" "I am in Beijing and would like to chat. Would it be possible?" Yue Jing said almost pleadingly. Yan Xiaosu hesitated for a moment. She was his previous secret crush. Regardless, it was just a meeting. She wouldnt be able to eat him alive, would she? An Mei was actually looking for Yan Xiaosu that night. However, a big problem had happened in the Drama Club. Her middle school idol, the popr actor Zheng Ke, hade! Zheng Ke was once a student at Ares College. However, after he was talent-spotted, he immediately entered showbiz. He had managed to make it big and had be the idol of numerous young girls. His visit had attracted a lot of attention. To the students, this was big news. His fan club hadpletely surrounded the area! Zheng Ke was not only exceptionally handsome, he also had a quality of a new student surrounding him. His deeply emotional gaze was able topletely knock out a young girl. An Mei did not have such an exaggerated reaction to him. However, her heart was still very excited. Hence her performance was also exceptional. Zhang Ke was here to give pointers to some of his juniors. However, the entire Drama Club was inspired by his words. When the production ended, Zhang Ke took the initiative to invite everyone to dinner. It brought cheers from everyone. This was what it meant to be an idol. He was a big shot but did not act like it. Instead, he was still so amicable and approachable. However, when An Mei reached the dinner ce, she realized that she was the only person there. "Senior, where are the rest?" Zhang Ke gave her a wry smile and pulled a chair for An Mei to sit in. "Have a seat." At the same time, he couldnt help but to caress An Meis waist. "Your performance was amazing. Congrattions." As he spoke, he raised his wine ss as his eyes affixed themselves on An Mei. This girl was truly very well developed. She was truly quite sexy. "Thank you." An Mei had an imposing feel to her. "Haha. Great. Thats wonderful. Actually, I have my own selfish reasons in meeting you. An Mei, your performance wasnt bad; it was full of potential. I feel that you can consider developing yourself in showbiz. Although there are still minor problems with your acting, I feel that after you umte some experience, everything will be fine. If you are interested, I can introduce you to my manager." Zhang Ke immediately pulled out his trump card. An Mei was a girl who loved to perform; she liked the feeling of being on stage and to unt her beauty. This was one part of her that Yan Xiaosu did not oppose. However,petition was fierce. She would never had expected that such an opportunity would appear. An Mei couldnt help but be pleasantly surprised. "Really, Senior? You can do that?" Zhang Ke had a mature, entrancing smile on his face, with eyes that seemed to be saying "You mean you dont believe me?" as he held An Meis hand. An Mei was quite shocked. She pulled her hand back silently. "Mr Zhang, could you tell me what are the conditions?" "Haha. Truly amazing. You are an intelligent girl. I will not beat around the bush. Your potential is unlimited, but if you want to ascend to the top, you have to pay a price. In Beijing, I will be your supporter. So long as you listen to me obediently, I will not mistreat you!" Zhang Kes smile was very natural. This was because he had made preparations to handle such a girl. What did a girl truly want? Of course it was to be a celebrity. To satisfy their vanity. To meet the goddess of his dreams once again, Yan Xiaosu felt a little emotional. Although she was still beautiful, Yue Jing seemed a little gaunt. Yan Xiaosu and Wang Zheng were people who did not remember grievances, especially when it came to such things. What had passed had passed. Furthermore, Yue Jing had taken the initiative to mend their rtionship. The two of them talked about the interesting things that happened in school, and theirughter resounded throughout the ce. Yan Xiaosu could feel that Yue Jing had transformed yet again, into the goddess of his dreams. "Xiaosu, I heard that you have a girlfriend now. Furthermore, she is the number 1 beauty of the Drama Club. You truly fell in love with someone else really quickly. I feel hurt," Yue Jing teased. The usually outgoing Yan Xiaosu looked slightly embarrassed. "I am happy that someone wants me." "Xiaosu, Wang Zheng and you are capable people. However, the two of you have bad eyesight. As a girl and as your friend, I would like to say that a wild girl who wishes to develop in showbiz is someone that cannot be relied on," said Yue Jing. Yan Xiaosu suddenly had a foolish smile on his face. "Really." "Do you understand what I mean?" Yue Jing asked. Why was this fool still so silly? "I understand. You said that wild-hearted girls are not reliable," Yan Xiaosu said. Yue Jing nodded her head. "Thats correct. For the sake of climbing higher, they will resort to any measures. This includes selling themselves." "Ah. Thats pitiful. A sea of bitterness lies ahead with no hope of shore, but instead salvation exists when turning back," Yan Xiaosu said as he sighed. Deep down, Yue Jing was furious. How could this fool not understand? At this moment, her Skylink rang. Yue Jing stared at it smiling briefly before her face turned into one of anger and shock. She suddenly stood up. "Xiaosu, take a look. This is truly infuriating. How can An Mei do this? For the sake of bing famous, she actually did such a dirty thing!" A few pictures could be seen on the Skylink. It was that of Zhang Ke holding An Meis waist. Another picture showed Zhang Ke holding An Meis hand, and An Mei even had a look of happiness on her face. Originally, Yan Xiaosu thought that Yue Jing had changed. However, after hearing her words, he knew that she had not and thus replied sarcastically. Yue Jing, on the other hand, did not understand. However, he had not expected such photos to appear. He had dedicated himself to An Mei. At the same time, he felt absolutely furious. "Xiaosu, dont be angry. You still have me." After saying so, she grabbed Xiaosus hand before gently caressing it. She was extremely close to Yan Xiaosu, and she even rested her head on Xiaosus chest. "Xiaosu, you are amazing. I made a mistake by not seeing you for who you are. Lets start again from the beginning." On the other side, the exact same story unfolded. "Mr. Zhang, I think you have misunderstood. We have no reason to continue talking. Goodbye." An Mei stood up. Being used as an entertaining toy was not a foreign concept. However, she did not expect it to happen to her. Zhang Ke did not expect that either. He looked at the pompous An Mei, who had rejected him. "Xiao Mei, you are a good girl. However, there is nothing great about a rich yboy. Take a look." It was a picture of Yue Jing consoling Yan Xiaosu. The picture even had a close up on the bountiful breasts of Yue Jing. Zhang Ke smiled. "Living is meant to be for enjoyment. That bastard only has dirty money. He is a wastrel and nothing more. Once you are famous, money is meaningless. Why shortchange yourself? Could it be that you think I am not his equal?" An Mei picked up the wine ss, her face forming a smile. The smile becamerger andrger. Suddenly, the ss of wine was thrown onto Zhang Kes face. At the same time, her left hand smashed a te onto Zhang Kes head. In one swift motion, she had knocked Zhang Ke into a daze. "Watch yourself! Why dont you go and find out what kind of person I, An Mei, am. Such small tricks. Go and tell your grandma (Yue Jing), that s*ut, if she has any ability, she cane and face me directly. Dont y these petty games with me!" Zhang Ke touched his head. His hand was smeared with blood. Then he rushed at her angrily. "Little b*tch, you are looking to die!" As he prepared to hit An Mei, An Mei reacted naturally andshed out with her legs. A pitiful cry resounded throughout the ce. My jewels... jewels... my imperfect jewels... Chapter 111: The Intelligent Tyrant Su Chapter 111: The Intelligent Tyrant Su Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas An Mei then gave another kick to Zhang Ke on the ground. Deep down, she felt quite lucky. It was wonderful that Meng Tian had actually taught her a few savage moves to protect herself. This woman, Yue Jing, was like a ghost that would not leave. She knew that she had struck it rich with Xiaosu and hence did not leave him. Yan Xiaosu feebly continued to enjoy the constion of Yue Jing. "Xiaosu, we were destined to be together." At this point in time, Xiaosus Skylink rang. "Student Xiaosu, taking advantage of her slightly is enough! Are you pretending your wife doesnt exist?!" Yan Xiaosu suddenly quivered and immediately sat upright. Yue Jing looked shocked as well. Tyrant Su let out a pitiful smile. "Im sorry, I already live with a tigress at home. If you dont mind being my second wife, I can ept that! However, you need to gain the approval of the tigress." "You! You were acting?!" Yue Jing shouted angrily. It was no wonder that b*stards hands were unreserved when touching her. Now that she thought about it, how could an angry man actually act hurt? Tyrant Su shamelessly waved his hand. "Student Yue Jing, its not that I am not a match for you; rather, I was worried you would suffer!" "What are you talking about? How could I have been mistaken? Xiaosu, I really want to improve our rtionship." Yue Jing aggrieved. "Ah, Yue Jing, let me tell you what I think your good points are. I found out that after I graduated, your IQ has not improved. I also found out that you are so generous that you hired a gigolo to stage a show. However, next time you ought to think things through better. How in the world can something happen so coincidentally? Also, when youre acting, you have to do a better job. Whenever youre near me, you have this look of absolute hatred." Tyrant Suughed. After tidying up his hair, he said, "This brother here is now the man of the moment. Did you actually think I was as na?ve as I was before?" Of course, Yan Xiaosu was truly shocked by the pictures. However, it was a pity that Yue Jing had a record for doing such unsavory things. Also, the entire thing seemed too coincidental, and those pictures did not seem to say anything. Most importantly, the current Xiaosu was not the na?ve Xiaosu of the past. He would not be a loser forever. "You misunderstand. This situation has nothing to do with me. Its that woman..." Yue Jing continued to try to exin herself. Yan Xiaosu waved his hand. "Yue Jing, dont continue. You are just insulting my intelligence now. I am very curious, why do you hate me to the point that you are willing to cross vast distances to find trouble with me again and again? This is just too strange. Wait a minute, it looks like you werent just looking for me, but also Wang Zheng. Haha. Perhaps youre secretly in love with Wang Zheng, yes? Then why are you disturbing me?" Yan Xiaosu shook his head. "This situation seems pretty strange. There is no reason for such love. There is also no reason for such hate. I can smell a plot afoot." Yue Jings heart skipped a beat. She was very clear that if Xiaosu suspected something, then she would definitely be finished. "You are right. I hate you. I hate Wang Zheng. I hate Ye Zisu. I thought that we were meant to be close sisters. However, she only saw me as a joke. Now that she is so close to Wang Zheng, I just cant stand the sight of it. Yan Xiaosu, remember this now: so long as I live, this is not over. Even that wreck of apany your family owns, I can destroy it at any moment. Right now I will give you an opportunity. Kneel down and beg for forgiveness. If you dont, just wait. You will be sleeping on the curb!" Yue Jing said angrily. Yan Xiaosu couldnt help butugh. "What are youughing about?" "Keke, if it was a month back, I might have been afraid. Its a pity that Little Fortune Star is now apany even you cannot touch. If you dared to do so, would you have waited until now? Please, why dont you act a bit smarter?" Tyrant Su shook his head disapprovingly. This was too disappointing. That snowy white cleavage had lost all its allure for him. "Furthermore, Ye Zisu is one of the most honest girls I have ever met. She doesnt even look like someone who has ever rebelled in her life. I dont think that she has ever mistreated you. However, everyone is a mature adult now; only you are left wallowing in the past. This world does not revolve around you." Yue Jing pursed her lips and stopped herself from talking. What was happening? What happened to the Yan Xiaosu who could not even stand the sight of his own shadow? "Alright, I think we have talked enough. My Meimei is waiting for me. Since you were the one who invited me, I will trouble you to pay for the bill. Bye bye." Tyrant Su confidently stood up, and before he left, he even gracefully picked up an apple off the table. After this little fiasco, Yan Xiaosus and An Meis feelings had taken another step forward. An Mei was an intelligent girl, but Yan Xiaosu had times where he faltered. However, he was still a good person at heart and would not do anything that would affect their rtionship negatively. To Yan Xiaosu, after experiencing this situation with Yue Jing, he had be calm when it came to such matters of feelings. "Xiaosu, you said that Yue Jing just couldnt let things go and had even created such a ruckus. You didnt happen to do anything to her family and caused trouble, did you? " An Mei teased. Yan Xiaosu did notugh. An Mei could notugh either. When Yan Xiaosu was not ying the fool, he seemed very domineering. "This situation seems very fishy." However, after discussing it with An Mei, he could not discover any traces of a plot. Hopefully Yue Jing would not continue to cause trouble after being taught a lesson. In Europe. In the Chronos Courtyard. "Patriarch, Yue Jing has failed," Drupe said, before exining what had happened. A cold smile appeared on Lears face. "Its a pity. I have to start by dealing with Yan Xiaosu before dealing with Wang Zheng. Brothers falling apart. This is truly a womans story. This will be an interesting show." Drupe nodded his head. At the same time, it would allow General Mengs daughter to get a good look at what Wang Zheng was really like. He would be able to kill two birds with one stone. "Patriarch, how should we deal with Yue Jing?" "Get rid of her along with her father, Yue Long. He has already attracted the hate of too many people. Its time to give everyone else an exnation," Lear said faintly. "She did not expose your ns even at thest moment. Do you want to give her a second chance? With her rtionship with Yan Xiaosu and Wang Zheng, this pawn can be used again," Drupe said. Lears gaze turned chilly. "When did you be so dim-witted? The Chronos family does not need someone who has failed twice." "Yes, Patriarch. This old one has be muddled," Drupe said respectfully. Lear smiled. "You werent muddled. You were trying to probe me. This is thest time. I am Lear Chronos, remember that!" Drupe bowed deeply and no longer spoke a word. His job was to nurture Lear. However, after thest failure, Lear hadpletely matured. From that point on, he would be a de; he would no longer need to think. Military might would not even allow them to dominate the Earth. However, intelligence would allow him to conquer the universe! Five hundred years of nning hade to an end. The prophecy was about toe true. The Earth would be revitalized as the majestic general Lear would dominate the Milky Way! In the ssroom, Zhuo Mu and Luomu were very satisfied with the ss performance. "Everyone, we have chosen the individuals who will be participating in IG. It will be Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, and Zhang Runan. The four of you will represent Ares College and enter the Sr Systems IGpetition. Remember that you will not only be representing Ares College; more importantly, you will represent Earth. I believe that you will do Earth proud!" Zhuo Mu had never imagined that this group would end up being trusted with his expectations. However, he understood the strength of thosepeting. So long as they tried their best and showed their strength, that would be enough. "Next, Teacher Luomu would like to say a few words." Luomu smiled. "I wont talk much about the battle itself. When ites to the time where you familiarize yourself with mecha, the amount of time you will have is very little. In addition, the amount of information given will be paltry. You will have to learn just by looking at the pictures. Perhaps when ites to this aspect, we are disadvantaged, but what I would like to say is that regardless of what mech you will be using, all of them will have their own spirits. Their nature is the same. So long as you observe carefully and be one with the mech, you will discover things you have never imagined." "Teacher, are you saying that mecha have life? That sounds very mysterious." Zhang Shanughed. "Hehe, mecha do have a life of their own. From a tangible point of view, when you develop an emotional attachment for the equipment you use after going through life and death situations with it, the potential you can bring out from your mech will be different. You will also gain a form of self confidence. From an intangible point of view, sometimes you can feel a force within the mech. You can choose to grasp it or ignore it. I hope that all of you will use your hearts to feel these mecha. IG is apetition, but it is also an excellent opportunity to learn. I hope to hear of your victory!" Luomu said. He was very thankful to Ye Zisus chiding. With this new group of kids, he was able to find someone to be his sessor, and more importantly, he was able to rediscover his reason for living! "Alright. You wont have to train in these next few days. Take the time to refresh yourselves and make arrangements for your sses. In three days you will leave." Zhuo Mu smiled. "Instructor, you wont be bringing us along?" "There are no entourages in IG. From now on, you have learn to be independent and make your own decisions. Remember to help each other and trust each other. Only then will you be able to create miracles. Wang Zheng, stay behind for a bit," Zhuo Mu said. Zhang Shan smiled. "Then I will be off. See you guyster." They could finally rx, and Zhang Shan was extremely excited. During the training period, Wang Zhengs attendance was actually the lowest because had a lot of things to do. Zhang Shan was the most hardworking. Ever since he started focusing, he discovered a new world. He used to study physics only because of his familys background. What he truly enjoyed was warfare, hence he improved extremely quickly. His previous educational foundation from physics did not diverge from what was needed in warfare, and he was even more logical than others, so he was able to look at warfare from a different angle. Mang Tian had a very cold exterior. It was as though whatever happened would not affect her at all. She would not be rash nor angry. She attended training on time and left promptly when it was over. Although Zhang Runan was one of the 4 members, she did not speak much. This was quite a unique team. "Instructor." Wang Zheng knew that Zhuo Mu had to inform him about something. Zhuo Mu patted Wang Zhengs shoulder. "Regarding thepetition, I will not say much more. Your calmness exceeds your age. I am not worried, I just want to tell you that with great poweres great responsibility. The results are not what is most important. What is most important is that you can use thispetition to understand your teammates and bring them to greater heights." "Thank you, Instructor! I will do my best!" "Haha. However, if you can teach the other arrogantpetitors a vicious lesson, that would be even better!" Just when would Earth be able to let their pride shine brilliantly? Chapter 112: 10 vs 10 Chapter 112: 10 vs 10 Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Zhang Shan decided to go back home to rx. When it was time, he would go to the spaceport to gather. He had made such big changes ever since he went to college, and he had yet to tell his family. This was the perfect time to go back and exin himself. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu had also disappeared. It looked as though they had been kidnapped by Xiao Fei to be used as aides. When it came to overtime work, these two were extremely smart about it. Wang Zheng was not around, but this was what they had strived to do their entire lives and hence were more attentive and hardworking than anyone else. Therefore, they also improved rapidly. Wang Zheng had nowhere to go. The Old Merchant appeared and disappeared randomly, and he could barely contact him. Yan Xiaosu and An Mei were basically stuck together all day, and Wang Zheng did not want to be the third wheel. Being a light bulb was not moral. Furthermore, Tyrant Su said that Yue Jing wanted to ruin the rtionship between the two of them. Although she did not seed, Wang Zheng felt very moved. After all was said and done, they were still ssmates. Regardless of what had happened, it was all easily forgiven. However, after this situation, they would not want to take their rtionship for granted anymore. After thinking about it, Wang Zheng thought of the Skeleton Corps. Deep in his bones was a desire to cause a ruckus. Yet, after experiencing many unique situations, wanting to be a normal person was just not possible. He came to Brothers Net Caf alone. Wang Zheng did not feel likepeting and hence ordered a set meal, casually registered a new ID, and entered the Skeleton Corps. Going in with his usual ID would cause trouble, and he wanted to enjoy the peace and quiet. CTs facilities were veryprehensive. The livingmunity area was simr to what was seen in real life. It provided a space to chat as well as a ce to discuss business. If there were other requirements, the user could click on an empty part of the interface and a window would pop up, showing forum discussions on the Military Corps and even a marketce. It was all extremely convenient. Wang Zheng did not have any goal and was just wandering around looking at things. The numerous parts of mecha on the catalogue were the most well received. Low end mecha were very cheap, while high end mecha were exceptionally expensive. After a mech part was destroyed in battle, one definitely had to repair it. However, some people preferred to customize their mech and would do so. However, in CT, the mecha could not be customized to an extent like that of reality. There was still a gap, and hence Wang Zheng was not as interested in understanding the different mecha parts. His aim in ying CT was not the same as others. He found a ce with beautiful greenery and then lied down in the sun before opening the discussion forum on the Military Corps. The discussion was quite heated. "Lets group battle then!" "Is anyone doing the Iron City mission? Im looking for a group! Seeking pros!" "Pretty girl looking for help! Is there any kind-hearted brother willing to teach me how to use the me Serpent Laser Gun?" "B*tch, is this your true self? I demand a live video, otherwise, I wont go with you!" "Stomping noobs! Stomping noobs! Fresh Silver rank looking to rush to Gold! Looking for a skilled team! Bad yers need not apply!" "Rainbow, Wild King, do you have time? Lets go stomp some noobs!" "Old Cat, wait a moment. We are currently watching apetition. Some fireflies from Mars seemed to have found their way onto the Earth region." All the major regions had a clear division between them. However. from time to time. there were activities that spanned across all of them. Furthermore. there was a desire for each regions yers to beat those from another, especially when it came to beating others from differents. The feeling of aplishment when beating someone from a different region was also significantly greater. Earth challenged the Moon, the Moon challenged Mars, and Mars challenged Earth. This was all amon urrence. Recently, there had been an undefeated group known as the me Conqueror Corps. They often fought group battles in the Earth region. They had already obtained nine consecutive victories and were stirring up themunity. However, after people realized their identities, they had attracted the Earth yers ire and counterattack. However, these me Conqueror Corps yers were quite strong and still continued to maintain their winning streak. They wanted to obtain a 10 win streak before leaving. This situation was verymon. Professional yers and professional teams would not lend a hand in defeating these yers, because doing so with their original ounts would reduce their own standing. However, using a smurf was apletely different situation. On the other hand, this new group of yers from Mars wasnt bad, and they were not from any named corps. They were likely either tinum or Diamond-ranked. Generally speaking, most of these teams would aim to achieve a 10 win streak before leaving. It was enjoyable and would not give others anymore chances to retaliate and end their streak. Perhaps on Mars they might have been broadcasting this show of conquering Earths yers to a small crowd. It was not an official activity and it was meant for ones own entertainment. However, it was still quite interesting to watch. When one saw the situation of "conquering another," there was pride involved and things became heated. However, the main problem was that "invading" another region could be done without joining any corps, but to properly set up a group battle, one was required to form a new corps to do so. 10th Battle, Skeleton Corps vs me Conqueror Corps. When it came to the sheer number of yers, the Skeleton Corps had already be thergest of corps. Hence, when they came to such battles, they generally had a high chance of ying against these people. The Skeleton Corps was filled with endless passion, and they had recruited only Gold ranked yers and above. Their will to battle flowed endlessly! Those who failed to be matched against the me Conquerors could only wring their hands and sigh. At the same time, Skeleton was not there. Why were they so excited? They ought to have given the opportunity to a stronger corps to challenge them. If it was a normal battle, it wouldnt matter. However, this concerned Earths reputation! Furthermore, everyone believed in their own abilities more than others. The Skeleton Corps was now filled with quite a few experts. Rainbow and Wild King had joined rtively early. However, now they had also recruited some Diamond-ranked experts. These individuals enjoyed lurking around, but they did not like participating in the activities themselves. Martians enjoyed 10 vs 10 battles, to kill without end. Rainbow and Wild King were currently waiting to register. Little Red Noob was currently extremely happy; however, the requirements to y now were very high, and he was worried he would not be able to make the cut to join the team. Yet, as Rainbow himself said, it was currently the holidays, and he was very free. Other than training, he had nothing else to do. Regardless, he could spend time chatting with Bubbly Foam and hence he enjoyed his time very much. Rainbow did not care much for this particr match. He just wanted to challenge the yers from Mars. Whether he won or lost did not matter to him. What mattered was enjoying himself. However, the reactions from the yers were more intense. One should not be ying casually. Arge number of people had registered. They were all remarkably brave. However, for the sake of winning, they required individuals with higher win rates. Rainbow, Wild King, 2 Diamond-ranked yers, and 5 tinum ranked yers were chosen. Rainbow then got a message. "Add me to the game and let me have some fun." Rainbow was shocked. Who was so bold to want to merely have fun? This concerned the reputation of Earths yers. Ah... It was Skeleton! Student Wang had already changed to his original ID. Creating a ruckus would be fine. "Fellow brothers! Look who is here!" The audience was currently having an intense discussion on battle tactics when a new ID appeared on the team. Skeleton. "F*ck, is this for real? Even such a thing can happen!?" "Haha, these Martian kids are about to run home crying." "There is a strong desire to broadcast this! Live stream! Live stream!" Wang Zheng possessed a lot of fame, so his live streams were always in high demand. Even though some did not think it was important tomentate, since the audience wanted it, they would do so. The more people watching, the more exciting it would be. A 10 vs 10 chaotic battle would be extremely entertaining. They very quickly entered the matchmaking screen. Solon had not even made any preparations, as he had never expected Wang Zheng to appear. Such a casual battle was verymon, and the officials would not concern themselves with these inter-regional battles, hence he had not made any preparations or announcements. However, there was a type ofmunication also known as the word of mouth! The me Conqueror Corps were very arrogant. During battle they would spew taunts over the public channel. In this regard, they were very serious about it and maintained a high standard. What was this wool? Just as they guessed, the me Conqueror Corps had turned on a livestream. It looked as though it was part of their n. Even then, there were several thousand people already viewing the match. The Skeleton Corps alsounched their own livestream. What was important was that everyone had been infuriated by the Martians. When they saw the yer list, everyone was in joy. Even though there was no announcement of this match, the number of VIP viewers was already more than a million. "B*tch, Skeleton is just too mean. These Martian kids are going to cry." "Get rid of these maggots. Let them see what they are facing!" "Make sure they cry for their mommies and daddies! Get a legendary Decakill!!" "This will be fun!" There was a festive atmosphere about. 10 vs 10, the entire audience was in an uproar! It was obvious that this group of Martians wanted to enjoy the thrill of beating the people of Earth. The two teams entered the battlefield. The Martians taunts and jeers could be heard over the public chat channel. They intentionally chose to not speak in the Alliance Common Language but to use their own Martian tongue. Without courage, how could one triumph? The ten mecha rushed forward in a team formation. The one with the loudest voice ought to be their captain. It was just like a real war. The Skeleton Corps had also formed their own formation. However, for some reason, everyone felt likeughing. Without saying, when the battle bgan, they would be serious. 10 vs 10 and 5 vs 5 werepletely different situations. The mecha were plentiful, and in a split second, one could be destroyed. Hence it was important that they maintained their formation and didnt leave the group. The more people there were, the harder it was to manage, especially in CT. Additionally, the opponent would even reveal ws to bait the enemy. If one was not careful and fell for the trap, it would destroy the formation and could very possibly cause the deaths of their teammates as well. Martians enjoyed jeering, and this was also a battle tactic. If one could irritate their opponents, they would be able to gain victory even quicker. During the first engagement to probe the opponents, both sides were very anxious. They wanted to see how strong the opponents were and how well they reacted. The Martians were well trained in this aspect and would not havee over to the Earth region otherwise. "Ah! Captain! There is a Brittleskin!" "Are these Earthlings crazy?" "Haha. They were probably nervous and picked the wrong mech." "Ah, we will target their weakest link and deal them a vicious blow. Strike them where they are weak!" "Yes, Captain!" When the opponents realized that there was a Wargod No. 1 in their midst, they were like bees to honey. They targeted Wang Zheng and opened fire viciously. This was a standard textbook technique to gain an initial advantage. Since there were more people, it was even easier to cause a domino effect when one fell. Wang Zheng was also extremely cautious. Ten mecha firing upon him was no joke. Even though he had godly abilities, he would still get destroyed. Both sides exchanged fire, but no one had gained any advantage. "Boss, this d*mned Brittleskin is very slippery. We cant seem to take him out." "Old rules, toy with them!" "Hehe, all you Earthlings. It seems like they are also livestreaming this match. I wonder how many people are watching. On this side there are almost 10,000 viewers. How many do you have? However, from the Martians point of view, you are just going to be destroyed. You guys are no different from kindergarteners," one Martian yer shouted over the public channel quite arrogantly. In actual fact, they only had 7,000 viewers, but this fact was just a triviality. However, the audience on Earth wasughing. F*ck, there were almost 1.9 million viewers already. This was not even a publicly announced event! Chapter 113: As Though God Sent You To Punish Us! Chapter 113: As Though God Sent You To Punish Us! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It was obvious that the Martians didnt seem very cool at that point. However, the crossfire from both sides made their intentions clear. The Skeleton Corps did not seem exceptionally skilled. However, the Martians seemed to be having a tough time. The reason was that the opponents were surprisingly well disciplined; despite all their provocations, the opponents did not rush forward. In such arge group battle, what was most important was coordination. Whoever rushed forward first would face the entire enemy force and their fire. It would devastate themselves. "Gecko" was the Martian teams captain. He was also a Diamond 1 ranked yer that was quite famous on Mars. He considered himself lucky to be able to crush noobs. He would be able to gain quite a few benefits by doing so. Of course, if the battle was more exciting, that would be even better. This was thest battle. The number of livestream viewers had already surpassed 20,000. Once they trashed Earth, they would go andpete on a stronger. However, currently, the battle had fallen into a stalemate. The me Conqueror Corps continued to push the assault. Their style of battling was more aggressive. The Skeleton Corps, on the other hand, were ying defensively. With Wang Zhengs orders, they would not be disadvantaged in any way. The two sides continued to battle at range, with their energy shields dwindling. At this point in time, the two sides snipers began to shine. In a group battle, a deadlock would often happen. In such a situation, it was apetition of the teams gunnery skills and how well they were able to conserve their energy shields. Following which, they would allow their scouts to move away and hopefully attract the opponents attention. However, on the Skeleton Corps side, there was a Brittleskin. Although this Brittleskins gunnery was quite urate, a normalser shot was not as dangerous. Having said that, aser shot was still aser shot, so if it hit, it would still cause significant harm. "Captain, that Brittleskin is very good at dodging. We should think of a way to crush him." "Yes. That b*stard is so slippery. F*ck his grandma. He even hit me three times. I dont dare to poke out and scout anymore." Gecko nodded his head. He had been observing the situation intently. This Brittleskin was quite the wretched enemy. He was quite skilled and it looked as though he was even the captain. The opponents had been focusing on him this whole time. However, they were left injured instead of taking him out. This battle was no longer fun. Even if they won, it was not in the dominating fashion he wanted. Even their provocations were not met, as they refused to take the bait. He didnt know how whether he could quell his anger. Usually, in such a situation, once the battle became stale, the viewers would leave. How could this be called a battle? A bunch of terrified noobs they were! When one faced an enemy, they ought to be ferocious. Only then would the battle be glorious! Gecko was good at using the terrain. However, this time, there was something strange. The opponents were very calm; it was as though their audience was also watching calmly. "Comrade, can you restrain that Brittleskin?" Comrade was a famous Martian support yer who had developed an unfathomable device. Not only did this device possess conventional support functions, it was an emergency rescue system on real mecha. It was an energy-powered maic cylinder that was able to rescue teammates in danger. It could even be used to eject precious equipment. This was something the police often used; however, it had been brought to the battlefield. However, in this case, he was not saving his teammates, he was going to eject the opponent away. It was said that the equipment could be used to capture wild beasts. Without saying, ever since Comrade developed such a move, he had be a famous support yer among the Martians, so many experts wanted to battle him. He named his move the "White Wolf Barehanded Catch." In CT, nothing was kept a secret for long. Any move that was developed would be copied. However, the problem was that when you tried to catch teammates, they would not dodge and would instead try to match their support. Yet enemies were not dumb enough to merely stand there, so many people who tried this move were scolded pitifully as they failed. Arade who could catch opponents was a goodrade. Without saying, as the person who invented the move, Comrade was a real expert. Hence, for Geckos expedition, Comrade was a person he had to bring along. "Not a problem. However, the distance is still too far. Our formation has to close the distance." Comrade smiled. He had not participated much in thest few battles. This move was his killing ace, and it was finally time for him to shine. "Maintain the formation, advance and suppress them!" At a nce, the opponents fire power increased. Additionally, when the opponents started to advance, Rainbow frenziedly shouted out, "Everyone be careful. The opponent is equipped with an energy powered maic cylinder. Once you are caught by it, operate your engine at max capacity to block it!" Comrade had already performed his move before. When he started using it, the opponents did not react in time and were shot into the midst of his team. Once the enemys shield was depleted, they would only be mercilessly killed. It was quite a domineering move. However, after that, individuals who fought him in subsequent matches smartened up. When they were sucked in by the maic cylinder, they would immediately try to escape. However, the problem was that Comrade operated a Martian mech, the 9th Generation Barbarian Bull. It possessed a heavy equipment load and was slow-moving with high energy reserves. If forced into close singlebat, it would easily crush its foes. However, in a group battle, this was apletely different situation. The previous energy consumption was insignificant to it, and it had preserved the majority of its energy. Furthermore, the yer was quite skilled. Wang Zhengughed. "Maintain the formation. In a moment, when I get sucked into the cylinder, no one needs to worry. Just rush into them and attack them all out!" No one refuted him. They could already see that the opponents mecha were in a wretched state. That Brittleskin had ceaselessly fired at them while hitting a few rounds. It has to be said that he was quite urate. On Earths livestream, there were already 2 million viewers. This was not the same as the previouspetition, as this battle was meant for leisure. A few of those who had watched the me Conquerors previously were eagerly anticipating the show. The Martians then began their show. A scout which looked as though it had rushed forward too eagerly headed towards the Wargod No. 1. He looked like he was just looking for a beating. No one could have missed that. Since the opponent was acting so well, Student Wang wouldnt let them down. The Wargod No. 1 opened fire fully, itsser hitting endlessly. Although the person was quite skilled, his energy shields were ripped apart by Wang Zheng. At this point, Wang Zheng felt that the mech had been forced to stop. The entire mech was covered in an energy cage. This also provided a protective shield. Comrades mouth turned into a smile. He did not rely on the auto targeting mechanism to target the opponent, he relied on his gut feeling, which was he had always been imitated but never surpassed. The Wargod No. 1s energy outputpeting with the Barbarian Bulls was just a fantasy. This had nothing to do with skill, this was the difference between the mecha. The Barbarian Bull had caught the Wargod No. 1, but it had also revealed its position. Rainbow and Wild King shouted a battle cry and then all the mecha began to rush forward madly. As the opponents had to protect the Barbarian Bull, they had to retaliate. However, they lost their momentum. The Wargod No. 1 was not worried. This energy cage was the best form of protection. Furthermore, what the Martians wanted was to feel the thrill of being berserk. "Hold it! Just 10 more seconds and victory will be ours!" Although their formation had been disturbed, the opponents had good mecha and were skilled. However, the situation waspletely chaotic and both sides had their energy supplies depleted rapidly. The Martians were extremely excited. After violently fighting for so long, victory was finally in their sights. "Hide!"Gecko ordered. After a certain amount of time, the Barbarian Bull no longer needed to manually operate the cylinder, as the Wargod No. 1 was sucked away. The Wargod No. 1 had been sucked into the midst of the enemy. All of the Martian mecha drew their beam sabers and prepared to attack. The moment the Wargod No. 1nded, the energy cage dissipated, and then endless beam sabers hacked towards the Wargod No. 1. Had anyone ever seen a gang fight? This was the very definition of allowing one to live out a gang fight! Only Martians with their strange hobbies and moves would do such a thing. Bang! Leaning Landslide! One mech was knocked flying. The Wargod No. 1 did not even look as its titanium alloy knifeshed out in a backhand strike. Without looking back, he took 4 steps back, dodging another two des. Bang! Double Kill! Gecko was shocked. F*ck, what kind of godly skill was this!? While he was still stunned by what had happened, the Wargod No. 1 executed an Arced Slide Step and rushed over... next to him, an explosion sounded out and fireworks spluttered in every direction. Triple kill! "F*ck this b*tch. I didnt see him and he got me!" "Hes rushing to you, I got him! I..." Bang! Quadra Kill! In a brief moment, four mecha had already been turned into scrap metal. All of the audience members on Earth were cheering. B*tches. This bunch of b*stard Martians. They definitely had something wrong with their heads. They could have caught anyone else. Instead, they chose to catch Skeleton. This was definitely them wishing to die! Comrade then rushed forward. As he was so embarrassingly close that he would not even have time to draw his weapon, he tackled the Wargod No. 1 and opted to grab him. However, the Wargod No. 1 disappeared in front of his eyes. Instead, he had been grabbed by the Wargod No. 1, and with the help of his own momentum, he was flung into the de of his own teammate as he stared onwards with wide eyes. Bang! Pentakill! "Kill! Kill! Kill him regardless of the cost!" Gecko was infuriated. All of the Martians were furious! In the heat of the moment, all they could see was red and a single Brittleskin in front of them. They were supposed to able to easily crush this Brittleskin to death! In such a gang fight, unless their lineup was exceptional, his teammates would be no more than punching bags for Wang Zheng. Simply said, without sufficient skill, this gang fight was just them seeking death in front of a real expert! However, finding a person Wang Zheng considered an expert was apletely different story. Killing Spree! Another mech had turned into a smoldering pile of sparks. At this point, the Skeleton Corps mecha had turned into viewers. They wanted to help at first, but it looked as though it was not necessary. A chaotic battle without an announcement or nning had actually attracted 2 million VIP viewers. This was truly heaven-shaking! "Hurry! Go, go! Skeleton is abusing some Martian kids!" "One killing ten! This is truly heaven-defying!" "This is just senseless. The opponents Barbarian Bull is just watching his teammates get ughtered!" "Hey, Barbarian Bull! Youre as dumb as a bull! Does your mom know that?!" The atmosphere was boiling hot! This was apletely different sort of excitement! Unstoppable! It was like hunting rabbits. His knife swept forth smoothly before twisting and killing a mech! Yet another mech waspletely unable to respond before getting destroyed! Within a short span of time, 7 mecha had been destroyed. Thest 3 were shocked and did not even know whether to attack or to run. "You guys attack! I will support from afar!" Gecko shouted. The moment he spoke those words, the Wargod No. 1nded from the sky. The two Martian mecha were hacked apart. His obvious tactic was ruined. With their skill level, this should not have happened. However, anyone who was ced in such a battle would definitely have panicked and their hands and legs would have be jelly. The Wargod No. 1 rushed forward as expected but then suddenly dived as he approached, spinning as he tackled Gecko. Geckos hand twitched as he fired hisser. Thatst shot had missed, but he heard an explosion. Dominating! Chapter 114: The Ultimate God Chapter 114: The Ultimate God Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas White Beheading Steamboats mech exploded. He was Mars top Diamond-ranked closebat expert, but against that Brittleskin, he was killed before swinging his sword. Under the relentless assault, he thought that his word would be the first to hit, but... that was a misjudgment! At this time, all of the Martians were simply wishing for the battle to finish, having given up on all their pre-nned tactics. While watching a single mech rush towards their location, they had beenpletely suppressed by Skeletons imposing manner. Boom...! Godlike! The engine of the ninth mech exploded. The system voice rang loudly once again, there was only one enemy left. Currently, Wargod No. 1 was akin to an invincible killer, and Skeleton was a god of death! It was possible to imagine the Martians state of mind at the moment: absolute fear. While holding on to a dented titanium knife, Wang Zheng walked towards Gecko, the leader of the Martian Conquest Army. However, a surprising scene suddenly urred. Gecko turned hisser rifle towards himself. Suicide! Fight? In the first ce, the one who coulde up with such a n was a strategist, not a warrior. After deliberating, he decided that he would not let the opponent achieve the tenth kill. But before the muzzle could be stabilized, a tearing sound came from the mech. The titanium knife had already prated through his mech, a quick stab with deadly precision! Boom! Legendary! The announcement rang throughout everyones ears and an extremely deep reverberation that had not been heard before shook the cores of their souls! A light shone from above the city! Team Skeleton Wins! This was Wargod No. 1, the Skeleton Wargod! All of Team Skeleton raised theser rifles in their hands and cheered! Everything was possible. The crowd of Martians slowly trickled away, but the lesson this time had left them with a deep impression. However, Wang Zheng was not affected by this match, as the disy of skill could only match up to that of a primary schoolers. Frankly speaking, a one-on-one match might have even been better. During the training within the Rubiks Cube, the emphasis was to remain calm under all circumstances. Yet this was the main weakness of the others; once under pressure, their ability to make decisions would be hampered. A few Martians stole looks at the group, faces white as ash. "Ten kills for the Ultimate God, are we even ying a game?" "I dont think that Barbarian Bull will use his catch move ever again." This was definitely a suicidal move, messing with a death god. "Damn, Barbarian Bull, are you out of your mind? Dragging this type of guy over, how are we supposed to meet others in the future!?" "Are you crazy? If you had just fought properly, how would they have stood a chance!? F*ck!" "You blind idiot, this was obviously to lure us into fighting them, and you still bit the bait. What an idiot!" The Martians began infighting amongst themselves. In fact, they were initially just here to enjoy themselves and at the same time attempt to raise their own reputation. Yet despite this being broadcasted, they had shown such a disgraceful sight, so they could only prepare to be humiliated in the future. The indignant Bullhead suddenly erupted, "Get lost! You all were still cheering andughing when I started the bout, and you dare to me me now!?" There were countless reasons for the loss this time, but it was evident that for the others, the days ahead would not be smooth sailing. After the battle, Wang Zheng was simply rxing and listening to music, downing the beverage that the boss had sent to him. A one-on-one duel might have been fun, but group battles also had their own charm. In fact, the military colleges focus was primarily on group battles, which did make sense. In the previous bout, if not for thepatibility with his team, the chances of him winning would have indeed been low. While it might not have been impossible, with a bunch of mecha constantly keeping track of their energy shields, it would be hard to make any ys, not to mention the chance of getting surrounded. While individual skill was taken into ount during team battles, it was in fact not the most crucial factor, as extraordinary strength could be shown simply with great coordination. The average power on the Martian side was indeed slightly higher, but they were still easily beaten by the teamwork and tactics of the others. Additionally, the abilities of a leader was essential. During the battle, there had been a few times where the other teammates were prevented from rushing forward. One had have confidence in his judgement, as a wrongmand would mean a total wipe. At the time when Wang Zheng was caught, the energy shields of both him and his opponents were nearly depleted, which caused the opponents to fall into a panic. Once their psychology had been understood, the actual execution of the move was simple. Of course, this was due to theck of experience on the other side. Luckily, they werent against more difficult opponents, ones who would not lose focus at any point during the match. For guys like Qiangsen, it was impossible to even cause him to be careless for a moment. A serious fight was indeed a joy, but an asional rxed bout was enjoyable too. Team Skeleton immediately broke out in cheers, as these kinds of fights were great for their morale, especially when they had only been spectators in the past. It was a different experience altogether, and it had indeed gotten everyones hopes up. One thing that Wang Zheng had neglected to mention was that with the exception of Rainbow and Wild King, the skills of the other eight members had drastically improved within a short time! This change of mindset, while it may not immediately have tranted into results, would surely have an effect on their state of mind. Those who had experienced such a fight would surely have had a significant boost in their confidence, and at the same time, set their sights toward other experts. In future fights, they would be even more focused, and their individual judgment during macro ys would also be different. This was not something Wang Zheng would have thought of. Likely, this was an example of how the environment would influence your character. "Boss, where are you?" Tyrant Sus excited voice rang out from the Skylink. "Just finished a bout, why?" "Since you are about to set off,e out and drink. How can Mei Mei and I leave you alone?" Tyrant Su smiled. "Alright, give me the address." Wang Zheng was still not used to life without Yan Xiaosu. At another corner, other than Yan Xiasu and An Mei, Ye Zisu was also present. "Is it alright for me to be here?" Ye Zisu replied, with a hint of embarrassment. "Why wouldnt it be? The only ones that came from Dawn were us three, were just like trench brothers!" Yan Xiaosu smiled, as it was him who had called both of them out. Ever since Tyrant Su left Ares College, his skills in handling rtionships improved drastically under the encouragement of An Mei. Admittedly, there was still a significant difference between a boy and a man. Amongst the girls that he had interacted with, Yan Xiaosu felt that Ye Zisu was the most suitable for Wang Zheng, especially since her family would not be able to hear any rumors as they were still within a closed space. In addition, Ye Zisu would be a great help to him in the future. Yan Xiaosu was different from Wang Zheng, as within the period where he was following Old Yan to deal with other businesses, he began to be more familiar with the unwritten rules of the society. Alternatively, it could be said that he had dropped his earlier naivety. No matter if Wang Zheng wanted to fulfill his dreams or to be more sessful in the future, it was necessary to have a suitablepanion. There was no one more suitable than her. More importantly, Ye Zisu was infatuated with Wang Zheng. It was nearly impossible to find such a girl. An Mei was also in favor of Ye Zisu, as she was ready to help others and did not have a temper. Admittedly, that Xiao Shi was indeed beautiful, but what of it? She had still disappeared without a sound. In fact, this encouraged Ye Zisu to make the first move. Noticing the presence of Ye Zisu, Wang Zheng was not in the least surprised, as he had already been treating her as a close friend. "Boss, were leaving in two days. Do you have the confidence to bring back a victory?" Yan Xiaosu heroically asked. "Two beers please!" "I dont know; I heard there were quite a few experts," Wang Zheng said. He was quite interested in the selection this time. "The thanks goes to Susu this time. Shes done quite a bit of homework," An Mei said while hugging Ye Zisu. Ye Zisu smiled. "It was still okay. OMG has a few convenient channels for information. IG is not an Earth-based event but rather a Milky Way Alliance one. Their aim is to test the skills of the elites from each sector. Eventually, it became a confrontation between all elites, no matter whether they were from the Sr System, the An Empire, the Antean Republic, or other major powers. Basically, for those with good results, you will be treated well regardless of which group you join, be it the Gctic Federation Army or any other regional legions." "What, I thought it was within the Sr System. Seems like there is still anotheryer above it. It may be difficult this time round," An Mei replied exaggeratedly. "The difficulty is indeed high. Not to mention the scope of the gxy, even the sr system is also full of difficulties. But this year should be different; at least I feel that there is some hope." Ye Zisu smiled slightly. "With Wang Zhengs abilities, it may be possible to win, but we do need to pay attention to Lear too." "Lear, huh? You mean from Zeus Academyst time? He didnt even enter the finals. Whats there to be afraid of?" An Mei questioned with a puzzled expression. "Lear has already entered the IG Gxy expedition team, and Im afraid even he might not have anticipated the previous incident. His personal strength is undoubtedly up there, he has S-ss genes, and hes also an Ability X wielder. Also, he is from X-Academy, which is Earths only academy that has matched up to the gctic standards, and he has been often called King Lear." Ye Zisus speech stunned the three of them. "King Lear, what era is this? Why is it so exaggerated?" Tyrant Su absolutely couldnt imagine it. Yet Ye Zisu did notugh and simply shook her head. "Its true, the so-called X Academy only epts students who awakened their Ability X before ten years of age. Nobody knows where it is located. Lear previously attended two sessions. In fact, those participants that could match up to the gctic standards, there are only five in the Sr System, and Lear is one of them. I think the reason why Masasi left our school was to distance himself from Lears strength." This information was beyond everyones imagination. "Need it be that exaggerated? The fight has already begun, although it seems like we are still living in a different world." Chapter 115: Academy X Chapter 115: Academy X Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Ye Zisu smiled wryly. "Indeed, it does seem that way. Those that graduated from Academy X are all extremely strong, but I dont have more information on them. However, it is likely that they will appear during this times IG selection, since this the first confrontation for the new generation. Im afraid it is just to prove that they are the real kings within the Sr system." "Whos that guy from the Moon?" Wang Zheng was a little curious. "Not sure, hes been very secretive. However, Masasi is under him." Ye Zisu replied. "That cant be, Masasi was only his underling?" "There are still seven others with the same caliber as Masasi, and they will be present this time. Some will just be there as a formality, while others are just there to broaden their horizons. However, the contest for the seat of the king has long started." Thements by Ye Zisu opened a whole new world to them. Despite this, Wang Zheng did not feel that it was exaggerated, as he had already given up on things such as the gene score; it could even be negative for all he cared. But regarding Ability X, Wang Zheng was still rather interested. "Ability X, is it a superpower?" "You may consider it to be so. However, it shouldnt be described as a superpower, as the human brain does indeed possess extremely strong powers by itself. During the Zerg era, mankind had the choice to give up the power of science and technology for the advancement of themselves. But its unknown why it suddenly disappeared, or if it has been suppressed by other causes." "What era is this even? In a mecha battle, whats the use of human strength?" "You cant put it that way. Wang Zheng should have been clear about this before. The current design of mecha is the product of biological technology, gic technology, and mechanical design. The ability of the pilot is also essential. Simply put, Ability X can be amplified by the mech, giving rise to a surprising result," Ye Zisu said. "If I understand correctly, the use of mental force inbat is only different due to each persons characteristics and variations in strength." Wang Zheng said. "That is about right. However, the use of Ability X is not even known by the government, its controlled by a small group within our gctic allies. Academy X is such a ce, and of course it is also known by a few strong empires, such as An," Ye Zisu said. "Wouldnt it mean that Xie Yuxin is a big shot?" Yan Xiaosu gaped. "That idiot, there was no news from him once he left. Hah, isnt he stronger than Lear, since Lear wasnt eligible for those intergctic academies?" Ye Zisu shook her head. "No, Lears ss should still be higher than that of Xie Yuxin. The earlier your ability awakens, the stronger it is. Ability X is still dependent on individual practice, but it is necessary to mention that a humongous team is needed as a support, as the promotion of this ability requires expensive equipment and resources." "F*ck, this is too unfair. Listening to what you just said, I think that Boss might as well not attend, this is just being tortured," Yan Xiaosuined helplessly. The recent happenings had been rather uneventful, which caused his self-confidence to raise by quite a bit. But upon hearing Ye Zisus remarks, he immediately became deted. "Withoutpetition, there would be no progress. Others may not be able to do it, but Wang Zheng definitely can. Let me toast you a cup. I wish that you will obtain good results," Ye Zisu said. "I know you are a resilient person, and you definitely will not give up." "Haha, it seems that I must live up to the expectations of Ye Zisu and show some results before returning." Both of them toasted each other and downed their sses. "Dont think so far into the future, just focus on today. Being able to attend is a good thing. Beauties, lets drink more!" Yan Xiaosu quickly put his worries behind him. With his tiny influence, he wasnt able to change anything about therger affairs. With Yan Xiaosu around, no one would ever be worried for long. This guy was just constantly babbling on. An Mei was slightly amused, and Ye Zisu was smiling while looking at Wang Zheng. Honestly speaking, after saying so much, most people wouldnt still be in the mood for drinks, but there were no such thoughts from Wang Zheng. His calm eyes exuded an aura of self-confidence, and it was precisely this gaze that had attracted her, making her unable to avert her eyes. An Mei was also secretly paying attention to this scene. Tsk tsk, she cant even look away. Is Wang Zheng that good? However, she was aware that the stream of males chasing Ye Zisu was unending and that her mailbox had always been stuffed full. Only Ye Zisu could cause the awkward and clumsy boys to be this detailed, and this was not only limited to their own school, there were even admirers from other schools. There was no choice, as Ye Zisu had to personally attend some of OMGs activities just to show her face. Within Beijings socialite circle, Ye Zisu was named as the number one beauty, as her demeanor andmentary were unparalleled, much better than any celebrity endorsement. Tyrant Su was the first to get drunk amongst the four of them. He had been too excited, constantly dropping explosive information, and had drank way too much. After the three of them sent Yan Xiaosu back, Wang Zheng apanied the two beauties home. When they were reaching the dormitory, An Mei quietly found an excuse and left first, thus creating an opportunity for Ye Zisu. Perhaps it was due to the alcohol, but the rosy face of Ye Zisu was too beautiful to behold. "Wang Zheng, the moon is really pretty." Wang Zheng lifted his head. It was indeed pretty. He had never been to the moon before, but there was finally an opportunity now. At this time, Ye Zisu finally took the courage and lightly kissed Wang Zhengs cheek before swiftly fluttering away like a butterfly. "Dont think too much, this is to encourage you. Good luck, friend!" Wang Zheng touched his face, holding back hisughter while looking at the cute Ye Zisu. What was that? Nothing in this world would able to stop him, not even those invincible families children, or those self-proimed Ability X elites! Over the next two days, everyone was busy arranging their sses. Upon reaching the headmasters office, Zhang Shan scratched his head when he saw Wang Zheng and Meng Tian. "Whats up?" Meng Tian shook her head. "Not sure." At this instant, they saw Zhang Runan and the deans assistant walking out from the corner of the corridor. "Everyone is here, lets go in." The assistant nodded and motioned the four of them to enter together. Upon opening the offices door, the antique red carpet was indeed striking. On the left was a row of bookshelves with ancient paper books and a variety of academic medals and souvenirs. A tea table which could sit at least twelve people was ced in the middle of the room. Further in, there was the headmasters desk, decorated with various medals and awards. On the right was a row of half-meter-tall portraits. They were the previous headmasters of the college, a total of eleven. Ares Academy had hundreds of years of history, so it was obvious that only the most outstanding headmasters had the honor of leaving their portraits on this wall. Presently, the headmaster was standing right in front of these portraits, and upon hearing the four of them enter, he slowly turned around. "Youve alle." The headmaster pointed towards the tea table in the center and motioned them to be seated. "Headmaster, the graffiti at the schools gate was not done by our Arts Department." Upon being seated, Zhang Runan immediately spoke up. Thinking back upon it, it was the only matter that would require the headmaster to personally send his assistant to investigate. The headmaster opened his mouth. "So it was you all who did it!" On the wall of the schools gate, a life-sized picture of an Olympian god had appeared overnight. Additionally, the pigments used were unique, such that they could not easily be covered up by other coatings within a short period of time. Graffiti was a type of art. However, the key was that the gods depicted in the drawings were extremely bloodthirsty, which had severely affected the physical and mental health of Ares Colleges primary and high school students who had just happened to pass by. It was even rumored that a primary student had written to his teacher that the painting had a negative influence on him, that it caused him to sleep in sses and his grades to decline. Even worse, this incident had been reported on the news. Zhang Runan quickly shook her head. "Headmaster, youve misheard me. Im saying it was definitely not us. Rest assured, I will find out who the culprit is as soon as possible and deal with him under the school rules." "Sigh, forget it. The reason Im searching for you all is not due to this small incident." The headmaster cleared his throat. "For this times IG, the initial training camp for the Sr System has already begun. As the head of Ares College, I have said this before... know yourself and know your opponent. Just fight using your own style." This was such arge event that Gu Te could not ignore it. The original n was to let this four students rx a little, but there would be no motivation without any pressure. The path had to be taken step by step, and the headmaster had already set his sights far into the future. This was an opportunity to let Wang Zheng practice his strength and umte experience, all to collect the harvest in the next semester. The headmaster poured tea for the four of them and instructed them sternly. This years tea was produced from the alpine mountains near the southern coast of Asia, and it was rather valuable. "Dont be too stressed. I dont require you to obtain exceptional results, but dont be too rxed either. Just try your best to follow the training." Ares College had not attended IG for numerous years. The current situation was already an improvement over the past, but it would be best if the results were not too disastrous, as that would invite ridicule from others. Regarding the IG training camp, Wang Zheng had been looking forward to it. The elites of the whole Sr System gathered together, with this kind of interaction, thinking about it made his blood boil. Zhang Shans battle gics had been fully awakened, and it was obvious that he was interested in exchanging pointers with other experts. This was not due to arrogance, as he clearly knew that he had ate start. The intention was to simply find out where he stood amongst others and to have a clearer grasp on his own strength in order to find the fastest way to be stronger. Zhang Runan looked the mostposed, while Meng Tian had a glimmer in her eyes. Among the four of them, she had the best understanding of IG. Gu Te may have been encouraging them, but it was clear that even he had not much confidence in them. While leaving the headmasters room, Meng Tian opened her mouth. "The training this semester will be extremely difficult. Previously, the Sr System was ranked at 75th ce. This time, the training will certainly be even more brutal." Chapter 116: The Sun God Chapter 116: The Sun God Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Cruel?" Zhang Shanughed. Cold would have been an understandable description, but cruel, wasnt that too much? Meng Tian nced at him and said, "A hundred and one people took part in thest training camp, and 61 of them dropped out halfway. Of these 61 people, 20 are still lying on hospital beds in the intensive care unit at Alliance Hospital." Zhang Shan twitched. They had been in the hospital for a year? "The results from thest batch were not satisfactory, so the level of intensity for this years training program will definitely go up. Do you know how the Sr System trained to breakthrough to be one of the top 20?" Zhang Runan spoke too. It was evident that she had looked closely into the subject. Zhang Shan shook his head. "I dont wanna know. Sometimes, ignorance is bliss." Wang Zheng chuckled. "Who cares? With so many elites out there, were unimportant." The three of them looked at Wang Zheng. Thisd was blindly humble when he shouldnt be. But now that he said that, they all felt better. "Thats true. Were definitely not going to be their targets." Meng Tian smiled weakly. After having been through Boneheads hellish training, no matter how tough or tiring things got, it would still feel heavenly to Wang Zheng. The next day. Beijings Space Elevator. No ground buildings in any other city looked more magnificent than this elevator. At 1,800 meters tall, the grand facade could be seen anywhere, anytime. Blocks and blocks of elevators disappeared into the ozoneyer at top speed, and blocks and blocks descended from back into the building, led by the ultra-fiber guiding cables. The whole process was just like the elevators in a Ferris Wheel building, just that there were only 2 "levels" in the space elevator: Earth and an orbitally aligned space city. To get to the moon, there were two modes of transportation. One was for the wealthy. Theyd book a mini business ss spaceship to fly directly from Earth to the Moon. It was convenient, but very expensive. The other way was much more cost effective and economical. Anybody could easily afford it. Take the space elevator and arrive at the space city. Then, pay a nominal amount on the space city and you could make your way onto the Moon. The problem was, there were many checkpoints to go through. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan arrived at the space elevator building. Here, they only had to swipe the transport card built into their Skylinks to board the elevator. Zhang Shan carried with him a huge bag that was filled with all sorts of Earths products. But momentster, Zhang Shan, with the bulging haversack, dropped his jaw. He gaped as Zhang Runan made her way over, carrying an enormous backpack that was over a meter tall. "Sorry Imte." Meng Tian appeared from behind. Zhang Shan gulped. For the first time ever, Zhang Runan hadpletely overshadowed Meng Tian. He didnt even notice Meng Tian following behind Runan! "We were early." Wang Zheng smiled. "Lets go." It was the first time Wang Zheng was going to leave Earth. He found a window seat and sat down. In terms of service andfort level, it wasnt much different from city transport. But looking out of the window and seeing the buildings be smaller and smaller, there was a special feeling that grew within him. As the gravitational field of Earth gradually weakened, the gravity generator in the space elevator made a humming noise. It was activated to counteract the fainting force of gravity in the elevator. This was what leaving Earth felt like. At her seat, Zhang Runan unpacked her one-meter-tall backpack. There were tons of meat jerky snacks. There was a reason why she was so strong! The elevator arrived at the Asian District Space City. When Wang Zheng and his friends arrived, they went to the observation deck in the space station. The boundless gxy was opened up to them and a sea of blue was right below their feet. That was Earth. The impact of looking at this with their own eyes was definitely not something that could be felt through looking at high definition pictures. But right now, nobody had the mood to enjoy this view. Instead, they hastened their pace and made their way to the transport hub in the city. The Space City was generally not much different from Earth. Even the man-made gravitational force was modelled to be exactly the same as Earths. Above, the ceiling was filled with high definition projected disys of blue skies and fluffy, white clouds. On the surface, there was plenty of greenery. It was a beautiful environment, where technology and greenery were perfectly put together. People were rushing from ce to ce, creating a highly effective atmospheric image in the city. They went straight to the Moons depot station. Here, arge ship left for the Moon every five minutes. But to board the ship, they had to go through an identity check. For ordinary citizens, it meant a very long wait. But for students from military schools, they could go through visa-free. The ticketed ship was just like a cable car. Aser light that never went out pointed to the position of the Moons base, and the ships were all guided by the light. This was a fixed but busy route. At any one point, other ships that did not have the proper permits had to stay at least a 100 kilometers away from the path no matter what. The ship arrived at the Moon very quickly. After only 45 minutes, Wang Zheng and friends hade to the Moons space port. There was someone waiting for them at the tform. A pretty girl held a sign that said: "Wee, Earths IG contestants". "Are you the seniors who are here to take part in IG?" The girl smiled brightly. "Yes, were from Ares College. How do we address you?" Zhang Shan put out his hand, smiling. The girl shook it gently. "Hello, seniors, Im Mixiu from Moonlight College. Im a chaperone. The seniors from Zeus and Apollo college have arrived." "Were freshmen too, not seniors. Please show us the way, Student Mixiu," Wang Zheng said. Mixiu gave them a sweet smile. "Please follow me." Not far away, a maic bus was waiting for them. The bus was printed with the Moonlight Colleges logo everywhere. On board the bus, the four introduced themselves. Mixiu was a cheerful girl. She said, "Sister Meng Tian, youre so pretty." Such a bubbly girl. Meng Tian chuckled. "Youre very pretty, too." "Bus driver, please open up the sky window, Id like to show our guests the view," Mixiu said. The bus top opened, and the Moons scenery appeared in front of everybodys eyes. Beijing was considered one of the top cities on Earth, butpared to Moonlight City, it was rather shabby. In the short development history of the Moon, Moonlight City did, in fact, have a "long history". Yet Moonlight City was not even involved in some of the more significant battles. The reason was that this was also the Moons political and financial center. At one point, it also housed the Mankind Federations headquarters. But as gctic navigation developed and strategic cores shifted, the Sr System faded out. But even then, Moonlight City unquestionably remained as one of the top hundred cities in the Milky Way. At their roots, Moon people were once gically modified to be superior. But under the technological limitations faced, there were plenty of side-effects. It was through natural selection and evolution that the situation improved and stabilised, eventually leading up to the high level of gic capabilities they possessed today. The average level was above the gctic average, but even though they had the capabilities, they were not fated to lead. During the periods where the Moon prospered, they were within reach of the peak, but they were beaten by the Earth or Mars people. Afterwards, morepetitors got into the picture, and yet still only the Moon remainedpetitive. They were since nicknamed "Forever Number 2". "So many pretty girls everywhere." Zhang Shan giggled. "The Moons atmosphere has got to be nourishing." Mixiu smiled. "The Moons temperature is constant; there are hardly any changes. But itcks the Earths excitement. I stay on Earth for some time every year." Wang Zheng leaned back on his seat. As he looked up at the sky, he felt rxed. Naturally, he stretched, as if bing one with the world. It was a wonderful feeling, but it was clear that the Moon had a very shallow world of nature that could not even bepared to Earths. If you experienced such a tingling feeling on Earth, you would feel greatness. However, there was nothing on the Moon to make you bow down. "Wang Zheng, I heard you were the MVP at the exchange between military schools on Earth. I very much look forward to your performance this time," Mixiu said, while sizing Wang Zheng up. "MVP? I dont know anything about that, we came here to learn." Wang Zheng smiled. "Thisds always like this, dont listen to him. We came here to beat everybody," Zhang Shan said boldly, his arms wide open. "Moon girls, here Ie!" His threepanions rolled their eyes. Mixiu was astounded. What... Zhang Runan kicked Zhang Shan back onto his seat. "Stop embarrassing us. Behave." "Superman, we are friends, yeah, but if you do that again, Im taking you on, one on one!" Zhang Shan yelled. Zhang Runan didnt even nce at him, she just munched on her snacks. "Sure." "Sister Runan is so cool!" Mixiu eximed. This girl looked like she had ill intentions. It was very likely that she was here to fish for information. The Moon was clean and beautiful, but Wang Zheng felt that everything was too exquisite. Itd be enjoyable to stay for some time, but in the long run, hed run berserk. "Has Achilles arrived?" Meng Tian asked. Upon hearing this name, Mixius eyes lit up. They were filled with admiration and idolisation. "His Highness the Sun God has arrived. Im really jealous that you get to take part in the same contest as him!" "The Sun God! What a name! What does that guy do?" Zhang Shan asked in disdain. How old was this kid? To think he called himself a god. Mixiu looked at him pitifully, "Thats because you havent seen him. Anybody would definitely bow down to the Suns rays." Zhang Shan shook his head. So she was just a silly, smitten girl. "Shes not exaggerating. Achilles is the most highly ranked among the young generation in the Sr System. The nickname is not uneptable," Meng Tian said. "What? Howe I have never heard of him?" Zhang Shan scratched his head. Seemed like his was not kept up to date. "Masasi is his underling," Meng Tian went on. "Damn, really? This guy is that great? What about Earth? Where would I rank?" Zhang Shan asked. Mixiu giggled. "Senior Zhang Shan, only those who can make it into Academy X are fit to enter the Milky Way Potential Ranking. Earths strongest is Lear. Nicknamed King Lear. Hes very powerful." Zhang Shan was stunned. What was all that? It was as if he had been living in an entirely different world. Chapter 117: Europa Chapter 117: Europa Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng already knew about all this, so there was no need for so much talk. It was more important to battle first. He was very interested in ability X. Xie Yuxin seemed to have the ability to make a certain level of prediction. He wondered what special abilities these people had. Interesting. Mixiu observed the quartet. Meng Tian was the calm type, Zhang Shan seemed average, impulsive, and careless. Zhang Runan, average. Wang Zheng... average. This particr group from Earth didnt appear to be special at all. Seemed like it was still only Lear they had to be wary of. In fact, she thought that her sister was being paranoid. Even Lear wasnt much of a match for the Sun God, let alone the rest. It was those from Mars and a couple others that they had to watch out for. Earth people were too arrogant for their incapabilities. Plus, theyd rather suffer than lose face. The more she thought about it, the more rxed she felt. She continued to introduce some famous architecture and their histories. Exining history to Earth people was such a waste of time. It could have been the beautys warmth at work, as the four of them listened attentively. They were guests after all, and it was only right for them to show their host some respect. They finally arrived at the highly prestigious Moonlight College an hourter. This ce had groomed countless significant characters, including some ground-breaking ones. Even though it had been a long time and these people were no longer around, the schools name and status were built up. On the Moon, changes were seldom made to colleges names. Even at their lowest, they would hold on tight to their names. It was a habit as well as a tradition. Earth, on the other hand, did not take things to heart. It may have been because names with good history were thest thing theycked. Ares College was not always known as Ares. Nobody could remember which headmaster it was who wanted to bring the school out of the trenches using an extraordinary name. But it didnt seem to have any effect anyway. "This is Moonlight College. You may leave your belongings on the vehicle. Therell be someone to bring your baggage straight to the dormitory where youll be stayingter," Mixiu said. "Do bring with you your valuables." "Where are we going next?" "To the Moonlight Assembly Hall. All contestants are arriving today, and everyone is to wait in the hall for a bit," Mixiu answered. "The contestants whove arrived are already there." "Well, then lets go take a look! What are we waiting for?" Zhang Shan could not wait any longer. After so much exaggerated talk, hed just like to see if the people there had three heads and six arms. "Pleasee with me." Mixu smiled. Moonlight College was truly a beautiful ce. The whole school was shimmering silver and yet did not appear too dull. The buildings seemed focus mainly on arts and humanities, unlike the overall high tech status of the Moon. The contrast highlighted how outstanding the college was. Just a few hundred meters into the college, they could see the striking Moonlight Assembly Hall. It was a typical crescent-shaped structure. As they neared the Hall, they could hear the unending chatter andughter. Seemed like many had already arrived. Every time someone made an entrance, it naturally attracted the attention of everyone in the hall. There were over a hundred people seated inside. When Wang Zheng and his friends entered, the whole hall stood still immediately. But the moment they noticed their school logo, the bustling resumed. It was okay to disregard Earths Ares College. Wang Zheng and his friends didnt give it much thought. They found an empty spot and sat down. It was the first time they had seen so many people of different shapes and sizes, so they looked around curiously. About then, a young, fat boy appeared. It was Luo Fei from Zeus College. Ares College would not have had the opportunity to be here if not for his mistake. To think that he was allowed to attend the contest despite having made such a grave mistake! "Do you guys remember me? Im Luo Fei. From Zeus." The fatty was all smiles. "Of course we remember! Youre our benefactor. Youre here too!" Zhang Shan said, mockingly. "Haha! Its all luck, luck. This time around wererades in the battle trench. Please treat me kindly, treat me kindly." The fatty had a positive attitude. "Youre too polite. We should help one another. Who are all these people? They all look cocky," Zhang Shan asked. The fattyughed. "Almost all the highly skilled yers from the top military schools in the Sr System are here. There, that group in the fiery red uniforms, theyre from Mars. Those in ck are from the Republic of Caragal. These space city guys have always liked to behave arrogantly. Those in silver are from the Moon." "I heard theres some guy called Achilles whos extremely good. Who is that?" "Hush! Softly." Fatty looked around and heaved a sigh of relief when he saw that no one had noticed them. "The big guys are not here yet. They wouldnt appear in this room anyway. Also, dont bring up the Five Heavenly Kings here. Youll get into trouble." "Damn! Five Heavenly Kings! Cant even talk about them when you dont even get to see a strand of their hair here." Zhang Shan shrugged. What sort of trashy ce was this? They hadnt even beganpeting and everyone seemed to be better than everyone else. Wang Zheng was making his observations too. Lear was indeed not in the room, but there were a few familiar faces. There was Masasi, and Carlos too, but times had changed. They were no longer on the same side. With so many people, even if it was safe to say that most disregarded Earth, there were some who had spied on them. Their eyes would light up when they saw Meng Tian, but as they nced across, theyd turn into stone. "Ew. Can that even be considered a woman? Shes hideous! Oh, my eyes!" "This is IG training, not Jurassic Park! Who let her out here?" As the discussion grew louder, so did theughter. Zhang Runan continued to snack, her expression unchanged. But Wang Zheng noticed that Zhang Runans hands were shaking uncontrobly. Luo Fei shrugged. "Ignore them. These people are uncultured." "Fatso! Who are you talking about?" Four people made their way over. Luo Fei pouted his chubby face. "Ah, I was talking about uncultured people. Why? That got you nervous?" "Yo. Have the ways of the world changed? Zeus College?" "Whats wrong with Zeus College?" Fatty was unafraid. He stuck his tummy out, showing his school crest off. The four looked at each other. "Well give King Lear some face. You, watch your tongue." These signs were useful everywhere. "No need for that. You four should wash your mouths. Your breaths stink!" Zhang Shan said. The quartet was ready to leave, but they stopped immediately and said, "Tsk tsk. This is interesting. Did we say anything wrong? She is hideous, right, bros?" Wang Zheng smiled and stood up. "You better apologize. Or things will get out of hand." The four d in purple clothes were from the Europa Federation, Europa Military School. "So what if we dont apologize? We dont see a need to!" They were a bunch of youngsters with raging hormones, and all of them were overly excited to show themselves off. They had nothing to watch out for since the big guys werent around. "So Ill beat you till you apologise," Wang Zheng said coolly. "Please dont, dont. Fighting is prohibited here. Youll be asked to return." Luo Fei tried stopping them, but he quickly changed his stance. "However, theres a way to resolve conflicts. How about an arm wrestle? Losers shall apologise." The leader of the Europa group burst outughing. "You asked for it! Youre pretty big, eh? Lets see if youre big for nothing! Come on!" "Are those guys from Ares crazy? Competing with strength against people from Europa?" "Earth people are always like that." Because of their physical environment, the Europa College from the Europa Federation groomed herculean men. Even the soldiers in their armed forces mostly rode heavy mech. They were immensely strong. Fatty blinked innocently. "Zhang Shan, youre bulky, so youve got to be the strong type. Take care of them, you have my support!" he whispered. Meng Tian looked coldly at Luo Fei. He was no good guy, hitting others when theyre down. "Here! Whos afraid!" Zhang Shan had been waiting for this opportunity. He had been training for a long time and could not wait to give it a shot. The tables were immediately cleared out, but the people in the room did not crowd around because of that. They simply watched from afar. Highly skilled people all had a high self-esteem. This was merely childs y. As long as they didnt break or smash anything up, nobody would be bothered by them. Zhang Shan rolled his sleeves up. "Come on!" "My name is Yuan Ye. Remember my name. You are the first person ever who dared topete in strength with me." The name attracted some attention. Yuan Ye was one of the names in the list of top fighters. His immense strength and ability to sustain it allowed him to ride in heavy mechs. It was evident that the contestants were now paying more attention. Yuan Ye was pleased with himself. Pride was very important out here in the field. To be able make people who were equally skilled remember his name, he had to have some kind of specialty. Comparing their body builds, Zhang Shan was slightly bigger than Yuan Ye. But when Yuan Ye removed his jacket, everybodys eyes widened. His body was not just muscles, it gave people the illusion that it had a golden shimmer. From what the naked eye saw, the muscles strength was unlike that of ordinary men. Leaving ones name in IG was indeed no small feat. "Lad, I will not use any strength in the first three seconds!" Yuan Ye said, full of himself. "Dont be too cocky! Show me what youve got!" "Haha, I shall be the judge. Friendship beforepetition. Fair y. Only start when I count to three!" Fatty Luo Fei ced his hand on the twos hands. Any tricks yed would only cause embarrassment in front of everybody present, so nobody would try to y foul. "Three, two, one, go!" Fatty had just finished when Zhang Shan roared. His biceps bulged and there was an outburst of strength. But seated opposite him, Yuan Ye smirked. He did not move a single bit. "One. Two. Three." Yuan Ye began using force. Zhang Shans veins popped. He tried to withhold it as much as he could, but he still couldnt stop his arm from being pushed back. This was the strength of the Europa College. The students from the college mainly rode on heavy mechs, and they adapted extremely well to harsh conditions. They were simr to professional truck drivers in ancient Earth. Bang! Zhang Shan waspletely flushed, but he still failed to stop his arm from falling back. It was finally mmed against the table. Yuan Ye smiled. "Lad, dere your name! Youre considerably strong." While he appeared rxed, Yuan Ye was surprise for a moment. How could Earth produce someone so strong? He had wanted to defeat Zhang Shan in an instant, but his opponent managed to hold on for some time. Having remained silent all this while, Zhang Runan made her way over. "If you can hold me back for three seconds, you win." Chapter 118: Brother Runans Might Chapter 118: Brother Runans Might Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The entire Hall fell silent when she finished. The teams from the Moon and Mars turned their attention to her. Yuan Ye was undoubtedly good at strength, but someone actually dared to challenge him? Yuan Ye was ecstatic. "Little dinosaur, are you trying to frighten me? If you can beat me in three seconds, Ill eat that table!" Zhang Runan put her elbow on the table, but Yuan Ye waved his dismissively. "What happens when you lose?" "Ill withdraw." Zhang Runan was always straight to the point. "Runan, dont stoop down to their level," Zhang Shan urged. Zhang Shan was not the kind whod fight a wolf. Despite having lost, he saw what the opponent was capable of. It was okay to lose out sometimes. Moreover, he used to major in physics. "Alright, straightforward! Illpete with you!" Yuan Ye dropped his elbow onto the table. Immediately, Judge Luo Fei ced his hand on theirs. "OK! Three.... Two.... One GO!" Theyd only just began and Yuan Ye felt an enormous forceing at him. Out of instinct, he flexed and tightened his whole arm, making it as hard as steel. When he had mustered all his strength, his body was no different from a chunk of metal. He would never fall unless his bones were broken. One second... Two seconds! Just then, Zhang Runans baggy clothes moved and CRASH! Yuan Yes body was lifted and he waspletely pinned to the ground. The entire hall wentpletely silent. Yuan Ye had lost consciousness. In that instant, Wang Zheng thought he had seen something burst out of Zhang Runan. "Ability X!" "And its strength type ability! Since when did Earth have someone like that?" A few moments of silenceter, people started whispering amongst themselves. The guys from Europa came forward and clumsily lifted Yuan Ye up, but Yuan Ye could still hold up. He woke up very quickly and stared at Zhang Runan, eyes wide open. "F*ck off! I am not dead!" he said as he struggled to get up. In an abrupt movement, he wiped his mouth. He was aching all over. Was this the power of someone with Ability X? "Boss, this.. we..." Seeing that Yuan Ye wanted to cause more trouble, everyone rushed to stop him. That would be putting his life at risk! Competing with someone with Ability X was not a smart thing to do. "Ive lost. I said stupid things, youre very strong!" Yuan Ye was very earnest. People from Europa were impulsive, but they admired strong people the most. "Whats your name? Do you have a boyfriend? Let me be your boyfriend!" Yuan Ye chirped passionately. Even though there were no stark differences in the way they perceived beauty, each had their own specific preferences. Take for instance those from Europa, they actually liked women who were fit and strong. Given the extreme contrast from before and after, the whole bunch of them stared hard at him. Zhang Runan looked coldly at Yuan Ye and said only one word: "Scram!" Yuan Ye smiled. "No hurry, no hurry, lets get to know each other people when we have time. What are you staring at? Send me to the sick bay!" He couldnt even remain upright as he spoke. He was only putting up a front. That was a harsh one. His friends from Europa quickly ushered him off. The fattys eyes lit up. "Wow. Powerful. Undoubtedly the no. 1 from Earth! Ive not met this senior. Sigh, seems like you guys didnt give everything you had thest time." Zhang Runan ignored Luo Fei and continued eating, but nobody dared to belittle Ares College now. A strength-type Ability X person! There was no way that could be disregarded. In a ce like this where the best of the best were gathered, only those who were truly capable could earn respect from others. "Ah, there are actually people like that from Ares? Masasi, you never told us." Atos chuckled. "Seems like we really cannot underestimate our opponents." Milo smiled. "Apart from that Wang Zheng, we should keep an eye on this Zhang Runan. And Meng Tian. Only that Zhang Shan is sub-standard." "Well fight them as we go along. Our only true match is Lear," Masasi said coolly. "Ha. Lear is still pretty raw, not Boss match. What we should focus on now is keeping things in control. We cant breed and sow discord," Milo answered. Apart from making it through the selection, the contestants were also here to fight for the titles of best yer and best team. Contestants continued to arrive, but none of the strongest few were in sight. Luo Fei had returned to the Zeus College group. Half an hourter, an officer d in the Sr System Federation Armys uniform entered and the hall settled down. The officer smiled. "Hello, everybody. Im Su Yan. I can be considered your senior. IG is a good opportunity for everyone to level up and to make friends. I hope all of you will have a good time here." One look and you could tell that Su Yan was a Moon person. He was handsome and looked like he was only in his thirties. His rank was colonel. "Haha. Everybody, rx. There is no task for today, its just for everybody to get to know one another. Itll be free and easy when youre dismissed from hereter. Just assemble back here tomorrow morning. Feel free to ask if youve got any questions. You can see me as a friend." Those from Moonlight College smiled awkwardly and remained quiet. Those from other colleges couldnt care much. "Colonel Su, when will the contest begin?" "Right here in Moonlight College?" "Are we allowed to woo the pretty girls here?" The hall burst intoughter. Su Yan was amused. "That will depend on your capabilities! Information pertaining to the contest will be released right here at 8 AM tomorrow. Youll know then. Anything else? Ask!" "Wed like to know how many people will be selected this time around," someone from Kka asked. Su Yan nodded. "Good question. Theres no limit. Youll get to stay on as long as you make it through the rounds. It is something you should feel honored for. Those who make it through will have their portfolios recorded in the Federal Army and may even get to represent the Sr System in the actual IG. This can be described as your stepping stone to the universe." "Colonel Su, have you taken part in the actual IG contest?" Su Yan chuckled. "Yes, but I did poorly." Those seated could no longer bring themselves fromughing anymore. There was no way anyone who qualified topete was weak. "A friendly reminder. To make it through the selection, apart from tough individual capabilities, character is also very important. Perhaps some of you here have character but are merely average in skills. That is okay as long as you pass the round. If your character is outstanding, youll stand the same chance. So, putting yourself on disy is the most important thing. The judges will naturally assess you." Su Yans words caused somemotion. The IG selection had always been the cradle for generals. Other than picking out the outstanding warriors, other capabilities were important too. This was every contestants opportunity. If they won, their lives would take on an entirely different path from here on. It was indeed as rxing as Su Yan had described. The briefing ended promptly, and they were simply dismissed. It didnt feel like a contest, more like a holiday. Masasi did not shun away. He took the initiative to say hello. "Wee to the Moon. Even though were now opponents, I hope everyone gets great results." "Same goes to you! The Moon is a beautiful ce." Wang Zheng smiled. As for Carlos, he didnt have a good impression of Ares and couldnt be bothered with them. Masasi didnt say much. At this point, everything could be left to the battlefield. Thanks to Zhang Runans outburst, they immediately won respect from everywhere. Even the treatment they received was not the same. Moonlight College had specially appointed someone to bring them around. Otherwise, nobody would have cared about them at all. Fatty had disappeared the moment they were dismissed. Soon, he reappeared in a mansion outside of the colleges campus. Luo Fei looked around and sized up the ce. He smiled upon seeing Lear walk out after a gym session. "Boss, Ive acted ording to n. But there was a little mishap. Ares College has got someone with the ability. Her name is Zhang Runan, shes got a strength-type ability." Fatty remained rxed in front of Lear. Lear nodded. "Not too bad." "Boss, theres something I really dont understand. You had asked me to fail on purpose at the exchange, and now, to provoke Ares. But now at IG, theyre not even our targets!" Luo Fei was troubled. He didnt care much about being teased, but he just didnt get it. Yet Boss didnt like it when he asked questions. This time round, Lear smiled lightly. "And who is our target?" "Achilles." Lear gazed out of the window and smiled. "Did you know that the Moon never had someone who was destined to be king?" Luo Fei shook his head truthfully. Were they simply unlucky? "The Moons status is considerably good in the whole of the Milky Way. But historically speaking, theyre powerful, yet never once rulers. Thats because they seek perfection. Not just perfection for themselves, but also for their opponents. I told you to make a mistake, so strategically speaking, it was actually my responsibility. A poor understanding of the situation means miscing the right people. How do you think Achilles will feel when Masasi reports the situation to him?" "Aha! His pride will definitely make him feel ufortable about it." "Having buried this seed, whatever grows out will be a positive result to us. Moreover, the title from the exchange doesnt matter to us. As for Ares, theres no need for you to know. Let everybody have a good rest and get ready. We had better not embarrass Earth people." "Yes, Boss!" Luo Fei nodded. The fatty was Lears cherishedrade, its just that it was hard to understand what sort of abilities a cheeky, mischievous fatty had that caught Lears attention. For a very long time now, the Chronos discovered young people with potential from all over the Earth and groomed them. The Chronos family motto, "To charm your warriors into dying for you", worked extremely well on Lear. After Luo Fei left, Lear sipped on his afternoon tea which was in unadorned silverware. This was extremely rare on the Moon. The state of mind for the way of a king. Somehow, Lear had been in excellent condition. It was as if he was enlightened, and he had the feeling that he had everything in control. It seemed like his Ability X was getting better. Achilles, Lie Xin, Raston, and Taros were his four opponents at the moment. Achilles was thought to represent the younger generation of the Sr System. He had maintained the best score at Academy X. He was wless, he was calm, he was wise. But to Lear, people like that were just long term opponents who would not affect him regardless. Moon people simply did not have strong desires and were overly idealistic, especially when it came to power. They were more concerned with "a good name". Chapter 119: Command or Support Chapter 119: Command or Support Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lie Xin came from Mars strongest family, which had held its title for over a thousand years. Pursuing strength was ingrained into her. Although she was a female, she was very strong. However, Lear had never felt that a woman would be able to obstruct his path to conquest, even though she was nicknamed the me Queen. Raston was from the Republic of Caragal. It was made up of a federation of one hundred space cities. He was a person who was not rooted to a specific location. Even though he was strong, his might was fleeting. He was known as the Hundred Battles King. Taros was from the Pluto Republic. It was actually a small on the edge of the Sr System. The environment was terrible, but as the exit point of the Sr System, It was an important location. However, from a personal perspective, he was a true genius and was known as King Pluto. In a situation like this, a one on one fight was dumb. If one was able to take onepetitor out, they would technically be strong enough to take all of thepetitors out. The rule of the game was simple: whoever had thestugh would be the victor. The process was not important. However, as apetitor from Earth, he needed someone to distract and disrupt the others. Ares College was useful for this. This Wang Zheng person was quite capable. It was a pity he was not an Ability X user. As a result, he would only be able to go with the flow and y a supporting role. Who was important was Meng Tian. Meng Tians abilities were sufficient to attract everyone elses attention. He had never expected a wildcard like Zhang Runan to appear with a strength-based Ability X. In this situation, the board was set. Zhang Shan, on the other hand, was easily provoked. This small team was quite wed, but it would turn out to be quite a good weapon. Compared to Lears leisurely mood, a group of people were not taking it so easy. Su Yan was standing at the side respectfully. In front of him were three aged soldiers with numerous shining stars on their shoulders. "Old Meng, your daughters temper isnt bad. She is still able to hold back in such a situation. If it was you in the same situation back then, you would have knocked everyone down." The three of them were able to see the situation clearly on the video screen. All three were generals of the Sr System Federation. Meng Ao who was from Earth. Lie Wuqing who was from Mars. Drachmach who was from the Moon. Although space cities developed quickly, in the Sr System, the core was still dominated by the big three, the Earth, the Moon, and Mars. The Sr System was always quite peaceful, with peacesting for uncountable hundreds of years. However, the peace had also brought about checks to its power, but in light of the serious challenges that arose, the Sr Systems power had gradually increased once again. Meng Ao let out a smile. "That Zhang Runan is very interesting. I hope that there are more youths like her." "Although the mainpetitors have been chosen, stronger helpers are always better." Drachmach said, "In order to bring out the full potential of these kids, lets make this selection a bit more chaotic." "You are trying to say that we ought to increase the stakes?" Lie Wuqing revealed an interested smirk. "Exactly. Taking it step by step isnt good. Why dont we go with n A? Instead of going out there to humiliate ourselves, why dont we settle things here?" "Meng Ao, you are quite vicious. I am beginning to think that Meng Tian is not your biological daughter." "Old Lie, your niece doesnt look like shes faking it. If she is not able to survive such a small test, what hopes can you have?" With regards to the experiences these three had, it was likely that an average person would not understand what they were talking about. Hence, Su Yan just quietly listened. "Xiao Su, go and carry out the n. No need to be nice. We have faith that we can make this event a little more chaotic," Lie Wuqing said. Su Yan saluted. "Yes, Sir. I will aplish this task." This session was indeed different, and their luck had changed. Su Yan could only envy this situation. Their confidence had stemmed from the appearance of those five. They had already gone through two sessions of Academy X and had even officially graduated. In the Sr System Federation, this was something that had rarely happened. However, this time, when it actually happened, there were five of them! This was their human capital. The tone for this IG had already been set. The five of them were the key actors and the teams would be tailored around them. At the same time, the three old generals had ns of their own. They needed a proper leader this time. The Sr System Federations disease was not something that happened deliberately. Before peace happened, everything was fine. At that point, there existed only the Sr System Federation, but things were not the same now. Currently, there were several strong empires and republics who had centralized their administrations and ced their strength and efficiency as their priority. The Sr System Federation also required a strong leader. At least strategically, the transition had begun. Whether it would be sessful or not would depend on whether there were capable individuals. The stage had already been set and the opportunities were avable; however, if the people were not capable, it was because they were just too weak. Lear, Achilles, Lie Xin, Raston, and Taros. Which of the five would eventually be the true king? Su Yan did not know that the five of them had already made preparations. It looked as though Lear and Achilles had taken advantage of the opportunity to develop their teams. However, no one knew if others would be given an opportunity in the current political situation. Lie Xin was the only female and seemed to be at a disadvantage. However she had be the number one amongst all the females in the Sr System Federation, so it was not impossible. Although they needed to choose a strong leader, there was still a need to maintain a certain amount of stability in the system. In the Sr System Federation, many standards were rtive. Regardless of what happened, it would definitely be exciting. The vast majority of students selected for thispetition were very excited. It was the first time many of them had gone to the Moon. Furthermore, Moonlight College was famous in the Sr System. It had always been the top college for countless years, leading to the envy of many. However, it also had to do with the strength of the Moon people. Every had their own traits, and the Moon was unique. In the Sr System, the Moons welfare was the best. As the Moons best military college, the cradle of human talent, Moonlight Colleges students were able to enjoy significant benefits. Transport within the city was free and so was the food provided. Even if there were administrative fees, they were negligible and were for show. Moonlight College also possessedrge amounts of schrships, unlike many other top colleges of differents, which might have issues with funding. Coming to this ce could be described as going back to a home away from home. However, there were some students who were exceptions to this. Wang Zheng, for example, was not very interested in all this. To be frank, he was not interested in going to the moon. The ce felt ephemeral to him. Even though everything was wonderful, it felt fragile and without a foundation to hold it down. However, this feeling was what he felt. If he dared to speak his thoughts aloud, he would definitely be beaten up by everyone around or taken to be a petty individual. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan acted like little girls. They were very curious about this different ce. Zhang Shan was also actively exploring the ce. Only Wang Zheng quietly stayed in his dormitory. Wang Zheng was not wasting time, however. He cultivated his breathing technique in his free time. Although his Primordial Regression Technique could not advance, after experiencing the Five Elements training, Wang Zheng felt that his technique had changed qualitatively. If he experienced some external shock, it would be possible for there to be a breakthrough. This was his epiphany. After experiencing Boneheads torment in the Rubiks Cube, Wang Zhengs strongest trait was perseverance. This sort of stability was something that could not be developed without ample experience. The next morning, Wang Zheng finished his breakfast and headed to the venue. Although he thought that he was early, he realized that there were many people already there. Everyone there was wearing the uniform of their school. It was a form of pride and it was easy to identify rivals. Even before 8 oclock, almost everyone was here. Su Yan had also arrived with a slight smile thatforted the people around. When he was about to speak, a small fatty stumbled over quickly. "Sorry, sorry! I lost track of time while eating." The entire venue erupted withughter. Was he actually a pig? He was still concerned with eating now. Luo Fei immediately found a seat and sat down. Even if it wasnt here but his ssroom in Zeus College, a situation like this would definitely cause him to be scolded and cursed at immensely. However, Su Yan merely smiled as though this was all just a small matter. "Hello, everyone. I am extremely happy to meet you all. I am Su Yan, as per my introduction yesterday. I will be the Sr Systems IG selections team leader. If anyone has any questions, they can look for me. My Skylink can be found on the booklet in your hands. Right now I would like to introduce the selection test." After he finished speaking, everyone perked up and listened intently. It was finally time. Wang Zheng looked around in every direction and realized that Lear had not appeared. "F*ck, it looks as though we cannot bepared to him. Is Lear that good?" Zhang Shan curled his lips in disgust. It seemed that nothing would be fair from the very beginning. "Everyone might be wondering why some people have not arrived. I will exin whyter. This time, the selection has been divided into two. One group will be tested on their ability to lead as part of themanders test, while the other group will be tested on their ability to work as a team as part of the supporters test. The first group will be testing ones ability to fight and their leadership abilities. The second group will be testing ones ability to work as a team and coborate. We will conduct aprehensive evaluation of the selection tests." Su Yan smiled. The entire audience burst into an uproar. This selection was quite different from before. The problem was who would be chosen for themanders test and who for the supporters test. Everyone who came here was ambitious, so wherever they went, they wanted to be in the limelight; no one wanted to be in a supporting role. "Currently on hand, we have temporarily chosen 20manders and 5 captain candidates. The rest will be part of the teamwork test." After Su Yan spoke, the venue be even more rowdy. Currently, there were over a hundred people, but there were so fewmanders. Did that mean that everyone else would be a supporter? Su Yan beckoned for everyone to be quiet. "This is only a temporary arrangement. Everyones training is the same. If you demonstrate the ability to do so, you will be amander. Themanders who are incapable will not even be supporters." At this point in time, the venue gradually quietened down. Everyone understood his meaning. Those who were chosen to bemanders or captains had to uphold greater responsibility. In the IG selection, being paid attention to was not necessarily a good thing. Additionally, everyone now had the chance. After which, Su Yan began to announce the 5 captains and the 20manders. Regardless, this was still a form of pride. The 5 captains were not around, but the 20manders were there. Everyone whose name was announced had to stand up and let everyone see their face. When it came to the participants of Earth, Ares Collegesmander was Meng Tian. Meng Tian stood up and was subject to the gaze of numerous people. Of course, it was due to her beauty. How could someone who was awarded the role of a leader be found in such a ce? Zhang Shan and the rest were a little shocked. Meng Tians strength wasnt bad, but it wasnt exceptional. However, Meng Tian seemed quite nonchnt, as though it didnt mean much. When it was Zeus Colleges turn, theirmander turned out to be that fatty! Chapter 120: Demon Island Chapter 120: Demon Ind Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Unexpectedly, that weakling was a part of the main lineup, which immediately caused amotion. Hadnt this guy been influenced by Lear? Looking at how Fatty was waving his hands, he did indeed look like amander. After his introduction wasplete, the remaining participants instead remained silent. Inadvertently, this had already demonstrated the difference between the teams. Su Yan smiled. "Seems like most of the crowd was not prepared for this. But looking at the reactions of Luo Fei and the rest, it is obvious that they were already aware of it." "Sir, where should we go?" "Congrattions, you all shall be going to Paradise Inds... twin brother, Demon Ind!" Demon Ind? None of them had ever heard of it, and before they could prepare, they were immediately sucked away by the levitating bus through the door. Once on the bus, they verified their information with other members. Although all of them had done their research previously, none had any links to this Demon Ind. Luo Fei sidled beside Wang Zheng and the rest. "Dear brothers, please do take care of this little brother once we reach Demon Ind." "Fatty, how can you be in the main lineup? Wheres the justice in that? When the timees, taking care of us is of course a given," Zhang Shan replied. "No, no, this is just luck. Sometimes your luck is good, sometimes bad. Since our boss isnt here, we must cooperate fully when on this damned Demon Ind," Luo Fei helplessly said. "Hes not here? Lear isnt participating?" Zhang Shan questioned. "Our boss, Achilles, Lie Xin, Raston, and Taros, the five of them dont need to. Seems like they already participated when they were still taking sses at Academy X. Dontpare ourselves to those monsters." "Damn, this isnt fair." Luo Fei just smiled, refusing toment. The guy built like a titan suddenly leaned over and asked, "What is this Demon Ind? How much do you know about it?" "Since Demon Ind is named as such, it mustnt be anything good. In any case, this is one of Academy Xs training grounds, specifically one of the training grounds for their specialist squads. This should rarely be used in our IG selection round, but it seems like the old guys above are pissed. The casualty rate might be significantly increased this time. Everyone, I do not wish to rm you, but please do quickly withdraw if you are afraid of death." Luo Fei cautiously said, "In fact, I would already like to quit." Everyone smiled. "Fatty, you might as well pass your spot in the main lineup to me." "Indeed, there are quite a few others at your skill level. However, for those that are participating and can still be so optimistic, you can be considered one of a kind." "Haha, thanks for thepliment. As for me, I have no other good points but to eat, sleep, and cherish my own life." Fatty seemed to be rather cheerful, yet his eyes were fixated on Wang Zheng from the start till the end. Wang Zheng was just quietly staring out of the window and enjoying the ride, lost in his own thoughts. "Student Wang, as our boss said, you are the one with the most potential out of all of us, and he definitely isnt wrong. When the timees, please do cover our backs." This single statement by Luo Fei suddenly attracted everyones attention. Even if the younger generation of the Five Heavenly Emperors were not previously aware of him, the events of yesterday night had made it extremely clear. Amongst all of the legendary feats that had been circting about, no matter how exaggerated, those five certainly possessed the skills to back it up, especially Lear, who was one of the most prideful people within the group. And who would have thought that this Lear would actually be praising someone else. Wang Zheng gazed back from the window and quietly smiled. "Is that so? Im not really sure." ... "What kind of response is this?" Luo Fei was speechless, but his aim had already been achieved. "Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan, Runan, Demon Ind is indeed dangerous. Rumor has it that the Zerg tribe is present there." "Bugs? Why would there be bugs there? Those things are dangerous. What if... " Zhang Runan wrinkled her eyebrows and frowned. Within the main territory of humans, the Zerg tribe was to be exterminated at all costs. Their species was simr to a cockroach, reproducing and spreading rapidly in the absence of proper countermeasures. Although they were no longer feared by humankind in current times, they were still a significant threat. "Demon Ind is a space city where everyones position is being monitored. Additionally, the number of bugs is strictly controlled. On one hand, it allows for further research into the reproductive capabilities of the worms, or alternatively, to serve as a training ground for our students." "Damn, they want to let us murder these insects, this is too cool! Give me any mech, let me trample them!" Zhang Shan said cheerfully. Meng Tian nced at Zhang Shan. "You are only half correct. They may use the bugs for our training, but they may not give us any mecha." Immediately, Zhang Shang was petrified, only muttering after a long pause, "F*ck! Is this even training? Isnt this toying with our lives?" "Thats why its called Demon Ind..." Meng Tian slowly spoke up. "If you meet with any danger, do remember not to be overconfident." Regarding IG, although there was a strong medical team and there were plenty of resources and funding, the technology was not omnipotent, so there was still a significant danger to ones life. The spaceship swiftly left the moon, and after a two-hour voyage, it arrived at the spaceport of Demon Ind. Bit by bit, the spaceship glided into the spaceport andpleted the docking procedure. At this point, Su Yan appeared with a face full of smiles, causing his handsome appearance to be even more dazzling. "Dear students, wee to Demon Ind. Next, everyone will be assigned to auncher, which will leave at random intervals. You have one week to kill the Queen Zerg. The killer will awarded 20 points, while other participants will be awarded with 10 points. Survivors will be awarded with 5 points. Each of you will be provided with a bracelet that can be activated during emergencies. Of course, that will mean that you will be disqualified. However, I rmend that you do press it if necessary, or else those hungry bugs will not stand on ceremony. In fact, pressing it toote will leave you with a fate worse than death," Su Yan said. Everyone was stunned. How was this a selectionpetition? It hadnt even started and they were already talking about death! Each of them were quietly whispering amongst themselves, but everyone had the same confused expression. "You can immediately withdraw now, and in fact, it is a smart choice. ording to my knowledge, even the special forces have a casualty rate of 10% each year, so there is no shame in quitting." Everyone hesitated. Some of them retreated slightly, but despite the warning, they were unwilling to drop out before even participating. "Looks none you are very smart. Whatever. Head to the back to collect your weapons, each person may bring two. Once chosen, board theuncher yourself." Su Yan pointed to the back. "In a moment, lets look for adjacentunchers so that when theyre fired, the distance will not be too far apart to for us to gather together," Meng Tian said. Wang Zheng and the rest nodded. The weapon stockpile at the back of the ship caused a flurry of excitement. There were countless, rarely seen weapons, including cryo weapons and all sorts ofser rifles. Zhang Shan carried out a submachine gun and an alloy knife, while Zhang Runan chose a small pistol and arge, alloy spear. That is the Overlord! Zhang Shang recognized it and inwardly sweated. Meng Tian also chose a small pistol plus an alloy bow. There allowed a greater focus on mobility. Wang Zheng chose an alloy knife and a set of twenty flying knives which could be tied around the waist. "Huh, Wang Zheng, youre not bringing a gun? Thats too dangerous," Zhang Shan said. "The main objective is survival, so you guys try not to shoot too much. The noise will only attract even more bugs," Wang Zheng said. Su Yan had been quietly observing these people, and he noticed that only Wang Zheng was not carrying a gun. After listening to Wang Zheng, the surrounding students instantly reacted. Some students immediately put down the miniature cannons that they were holding, having realized that carrying that would only lead to their deaths. Zhang Shan hesitated before putting down his favorite submachine gun. ...That gun is a little heavy. Lets still bring along the pistol though; it can still be useful at critical moments to attract the attention of the bugs and buy some time. Wang Zheng slightly smiled. "It would be the best if we could group up. However, without any coordinates as a guide, we can only depend on luck. Therefore, survival is the most important. If we survive, this round can be considered cleared." Wang Zhengs statement saw through the underlying intention of this round, which did not mention that the condition for passing was to kill the Queen Zerg. Surviving was sufficient to pass, even if only a few points were gained. This was as none of them knew the difficulty in killing off the Queen Zerg and the kind of price they would need to pay. In fact, they did not even know what the situation was like in Demon Ind. Excitement, apprehension, motivation, and even fear merged together. In the end, only anticipation remained. "Lets depart!" Those that were able to reach IG were the elites of each school. They could no longer be considered rookies and were brimming with confidence. Each of them carried their own weapons and entered their personal capsules. "Everybody, dont be impulsive, the main priority is to survive." Wang Zheng smiled. "Good luck!" "Good luck!" "Demon Ind, your brother Zhang Shan ising, surrender to me!" Ahh~~~ Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! One by one, theunchers were ejected, and the sky above Demon Ind was filled with shuttles. Demon Ind, although it was called Demon Ind, it was in reality a beautiful little ind, with sunny beaches, lush forests, tall mountains, and flowing rivers, with little valleys dotted throughout, emitting the feel of a pristine resort location. However, as the shuttles entered the airspace above, pairs of eyes emerged from the shadows with the foliage and emitted rustling sounds before disappearing back into the darkness. Once all the students had flown towards Demon Ind, Su Yan started up the video transmission. "Reporting, all the students have entered the battlefield." Su Yan saluted. Meng Ao nodded, and standing behind him were five youngsters. Lear, Achilles, Lie Xin, Raston, and Taros. "These hundred plus people are the elites of our sr system. Take a good look at them. In the near future, they will be your important assistants. Remember, those who want to seed must break the national barrier. You must choose your own goals, then use your charm to win over the rest of the team, as those who remain stuck within their small groups will eventually be eliminated. What I need is the strongest team, one that is able to represent our sr system." "Yes, Sir!" the five replied in unison. Chapter 121: Zerg! Chapter 121: Zerg! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Whats next will be up to you," Meng Ao said before leaving the five in the room. Dozens of screens were showing what was happening in different parts of Demon Ind. This also allowed them to see the participants condition. When Meng Ao left, the five of them rxed. They would unquestionably be themanders of the future. This event was a form of training; it was for them to better understand the team members they wanted. Whether they were able to select their team members would depend on the old rules between them. Lear was more familiar with this. Achilles was very delicate-looking. This seemed like something the people of the Moon could not change. They were tall and thin, almost perfect-looking. On their mouths hung a perpetual, slight smile, making it difficult for people to hate them. Lie Xin was wearing a set of silver clothes with a purple me emblem in the center. Even her military garb was unable to hide her sensual body. Martian beauties were known in the Sr System for their beautiful bodies and legs. Their slightly thick lips only entuated their hotness. Raston was a bit more mature-looking. He was the oldest in the group. His calmness came from ample battle experience. More appropriately, although he was a student, he had already be a true soldier. He had followed the Caragal Corps in an operation against space pirates and had even personally killed people. Taros was not very tall and was slightly muscr. He did not seem very outstanding. His head was shaped like a walnut and he seemed to be a cold person. His lips were thin and tightly pursed. A small set of eyes focused on the scene ahead of him with a greedy look in them. The five of them were very rxed amongst each other. It was clear that they were quite familiar with each other. Even during such apetition their rtionships were clear. However, it was not clear who was the most dominant. To be the strongest, one not only had to have ability that far surpassed the rest, they had to have leadership skills and charisma. One could notck any. This was not to say that one merely had to find the most skilled individual, but that such a person might not be a great leader. Calmness and wisdom were important as well. The five of them observed the 100 or so students. On another level, Meng Ao and two others were observing the five of them. Everyone was making their choice, but every individual was different. Boom! Student Wang hadnded on the ground. After a brief moment where he felt dizzy, Wang Zheng quickly opened the pods door. The loud sound fromnding was not a good thing. It would be best for him to quickly leave the area. What was fortunate was that the sky was clear and he could see clearly. It looked as though the organisers were still quite nice. If they were deployed at night, this would have been a lot more difficult. However, this was apletely different thing for Wang Zheng due to his training. He picked up his weapons and lied on the ground, then he pressed his ear into the soil to listen for tremors before quickly climbing a tree. Everything seemed quite peaceful and there seemed to be no danger. However, there being no danger did not mean that there were no problems. Everyone else had alsonded. There was a period of time before it became dark, and everyones nerves were tense. However, they realized that nothing had happened. Some people immediately went to search for the Queen Zerg and find opponents. Some people were already ready to react. For example, Luo Fei. This fatty had not left theuncher pod. Instead, he looked into the forest and began to convert theuncher pod into a shelter. At the same time, he set up rm tripwires in all four directions. Some simple rms could be set up in the local area. For this trial, no one had any equipment other than weapons. Survival was the most important. However, those who were as cautious as Luo Fei were few and far between. Their judgment was still good though. Theuncher pods tough exterior could be considered to be a good form of shelter. Throughout Demon Ind were numerous caves. They were likely to be nests of the Zerg. However, the problem was that no one knew which ones contained the nest of a Zerg Queen. In the three major generals room was aprehensive map of Demon Ind on a big screen. It even included theyout of all theplex caves belonging to the Zerg. Plenty of little red dots moving around on it tracked the positions of Zerg. "This time it will be pretty vicious." "The more foreign the environment is, the more likely we can see ones potential and essence." "Even if we are able to find some talents, it doesnt warrant us getting into such big trouble." "Haha, if the entire army was annihted, we would get nagged by parliament once again." "That bunch of scumbags. All they do is argue amongst themselves. If they do not give us more funding, how can we be expected to increase ourbat strength?" With regards to the performance of the students, it was clear that in the eyes of the major generals, an ordinary performance was insufficient. Meng Tian was patrolling her surrounding area when she plucked a wild fruit. At the same time, she took a tree leaf and bit into it. She used the juices from the leaf to cover her skin before resting on top of the tree. Zhang Shan, on the other hand, began to carry outrge scale construction. He created arge stump trap near hisuncher pod. Runan had started a bonfire. She ced her rifle on her leg as she began to eat an unnamed animal. The Zerg was only interested in the brains of a human. They were not interested in other animals. They were also not docile creatures that could be raised as livestock. Additionally, they had to give these kids a way out, but these wild beasts were also not easy to catch. In short, most of the students chose to defend themselves and to observe the situation before making a decision. The first day ended without incident. However, there were bound to be exceptions... for example, Wang Zheng was one. That brat had done nothing at all. He just walked towards the back part of the ind. On that side was a sea. The Zerg did not swim, and that wasmon knowledge. However, this did not mean that one would be able to reach the sea. Additionally, the trainers would not be that dumb either. Everyone made preparations for nightfall. Some were blessed with good luck and quite a few had be quite courageous. In the control room, the five of them were changing screens continuously, choosing interesting students to observe. Without surprise, Lear had chosen to observe Meng Tian. Meng Tian was one which he had to have on his team. It was not only because she was Meng Aos daughter, it was also her ability. The rest of them were the same, they were observing interesting people or potential opponents. Wang Zheng had appeared on Achilles screen. This brat seemed to have no brains. He did not seem to know to bide his time and had rushed forward without preparations. As they were observing people, at the same time they were observing who the others were observing. Most of them were observing the same twenty individuals. Lie Xin gave Achilles a nce. He was actually observing an Earthling. Furthermore, one that was a support member. This support member seemed to be randomly walking around; it looked as though he was looking to get himself killed. "Achilles, why have you changed your tastes?" Lie Xin smiled. She was not old, but she had an unspeakable charm to her. Young Martiandies would develop robustly. This was as they were full of vigor and vitality. Achilles gave her a slight smile. "This is someone that Lear has put his sights on." "Ah. Lear. Do your eyes have a problem? Meng Tian has not be yours yet. If I was a man, I would have already killed myself by smashing my head against tofu," Lie Xin said uncourteously. Lear acted as though he did not hear a thing. Raston was currently observing Masasi. He was one of the central yers of the Moon and was part of Achilles team. Achilles possessed eight strong team members, each with their own strengths, which made the team very strong. Taros was the same. It looked as though everyone was treating Achilles as the most important opponent. Even though Achilles saw Lear favourably, Lears weakness was obvious. Lear did not have enough team members. His only strong teammate was a person by the name of Luo Fei, that fatty. Although the Earth had a lot of people, they should have had quite a few talents. However,pared to Achilles Eight Stars, they were just too weak. On the Martian side, Lie Xin had quite a few helpers. However, Lear seemed to be bitterly chasing Meng Tian. The Earthlings focus on insignificant things seemed to not have changed. Everyone knew that Meng Tian was Meng Aos daughter. They also knew that the Meng family had influence in the military. Everyone said that Lear was trying to take a shortcut. Those who came from Earth loved to y politics but would eventually y themselves to death. Times had changed, but they still had not changed their roots. Would it be that just because Meng Tian was Meng Aos daughter, they would be merciful? The answer was obvious. They were not from Earth and would not hesitate. Earthlings were more suitable to be tyrannicalndlords, guarding their own little plot ofnd. Achilles also changed his screen to observe others after a brief moment. He wanted to observe Masasi, Milo, and the rest of his team. Honestly speaking, their strongest opponent was themselves. If they did not reveal any ws, the others would not be able to beat them. When nightfall came, just as everyone expected, the Zerg started to move. More urately speaking, they were let out. Meng Ao and the generals were more humane. If these were experienced soldiers, they would have engaged in a fierce battle the moment theynded. This time, they gave these students a chance to prepare. Fatty Luo Fei did not hide in his shelter. Instead... that brat actually dug a hole and buried himself underground! Was that even possible? After a short period of time, a fierce roar pierced through the sky followed by a pitiful scream. A green dot on the screen had disappeared. "Republic of Caragals College, no. 26 is out." At this point, a student was trembling on the ground. An energy shield on his body had blocked the Zergs ws. When the Zerg attacked a second time, he instantly fainted. However, the Zergs ws were unable to break through the energy shield. After hacking at it a couple of times, it left. However, the student had lost his qualification to go on. The students luck was not bad, as the energy shield had activated in time. If not, the result would not have been pretty. This was something that they had been warned of when they entered this IGpetition. However, it was clear that no matter how much had been said, there were still some that had not made preparations. Very quickly, numerous individuals encountered the Zerg. Even if one did not include the military college students, everyone could recognize these aliens who had brought devastation onto the human race. However, as the human race was strong, they were defeated. Yet they were not extinct and continued to exist amongst the stars. Mankind could not afford to be careless, so pictures of the mostmon ones were circted for everyone to see. Some even went for Zerg dissection sses and simtedbat against them. However, it was still the first time meeting them for most people. Their ferocity waspletely different from the simted ones. "They only released one hundred and the situation is already this bad. I cant bear to keep watching." Raston bitterly smiled. Ten people had already been eliminated, with one having a grievous injury. Demon Ind had twoyers of protection for the students. One was through self protection, with the energy shield activated by them. The other was when ones life was in danger, the energy shield would activate on its own. However, this would be dyed and injuries would not be avoidable. Chapter 122: Become a Demon or Die! Chapter 122: Be a Demon or Die! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Underneath the tree, a sickle-wielding Zerg had crept closer. Very slowly, Meng Tian drew an arrow... Zoom! A ray of silver light cut across the night sky and instantly disappeared into the Sickle Zergs body. The Zerg fell to the ground without even the slightest chance to scream in pain. Its ws spasmed and it died. Lie Xin looked over. "Hehe! That weapon has the ability to make nerves turn numb? Interesting. Seems like shes not merely Meng Aos daughter." Achilles smiled. "Not numb. Meng Tian has a rare Ability X that can mature and grow. Even I want to win her over." That was enough said. Achilles didnt say it all, but Lie Xin had turned pouty. She could not stand how Earth women were always wishy-washy, neither could she appreciate it. Masasi and hispanys performances were rather steady. They did not panic a bit, and they knew the Zergs weaknesses well. It was evident that they had a lot of practice. What they needed was to calm their emotions and treat the battle like a routine practice. To them this was just a test. Another Zerg bounced and dashed towards Zhang Shan. Before it could reach him, a wooden stake pierced through it. Zhang Shan had been waiting for a long time now. He waved his knife and chopped the Zergs head off. "What an idiot! Your Grandpa Zhang works his brains! ying mind games? Youre still far from it!" Unsure of the others situations, Wang Zheng did not have much to worry about as long as he didnt y with fire. On the other hand, Wang Zheng did not y with fire. Zhang Runan did. The Zergs were not afraid of fire. Two Sickle Zergs stared hard at Zhang Runan with their bloodshot eyes and ran towards her, howling and bellowing. Looking at the mes, Zhang Runan leapt up all of a sudden. The spear in her handunched out like a sh of lightning. Zoom! It pierced right through the tough Zerg shell. Another Zerg made its attack from behind her, but without even looking at it, Zhang Runan fired a backhand shot. The two Zergs fell and spasmed on the ground. Having ended her battle, Zhang Runan sat right back down next to the fire. Lie Xins attention was drawn to the two red lights going out at the same time. Zhang Runans performance piqued her interest. This was an interesting person. Physical appearance was unimportant to Mars people, and this one gave off a feeling of strength. Not bad for someone with the Ability X of strength. The ability may not have matured, but it was decisive and strong. It seemed like there would be pleasant surprises. Fatty Luo miscalcted. He felt a strong sense of danger despite being underground and burst right out from the earth. A razor sharp sickle stuck in the ground, leaving a small cut on his buttocks. "Damn you! You almost cut my important parts!" Shocked, Fatty buried his head in his arms and ran. A Zerg chased him down furiously. He could never beat a Zerg with his speed. The Zerg fell from the skies. Seemed like Fatty had no ce to hide. He covered his head and squatted. Zoom! The Zerg was impaled. Fatty was not sure when he had made that trap. He felt his bottom. "Sigh, its better to have keep some tricks up my sleeve." He felt blood flowing on his buttocks. Fatty dashed right back to his shelter. He was obviously worried that his buttocks would rot. But Zergs were not poisonous, or at least most were not. Their abilities as individual soldiers were sufficient, so there was no need to use tricks like poison. The control room Lear was in did not have the highest authority. The generals control room had a moreplete data analysis and could see things more clearly. Plus, whenever somebodys attack reached the standards of "outstanding", the screens would cut straight to those attacks. "This woman has got monstrous physical strength! How did we not discover that earlier?" Lie Wuqing asked. "You dont recognize her?" Meng Ao smiled. "Uh, do I know her?" "Actually, youve all met her before." Lie Wuqing and Drachmach looked at each other, but neither of them remembered. A master like that should not be unknown. Moreover, with top-notch Ability X, this person should have entered Academy X. The screens cut to another few faces. They were all that of the definite strong yers. These people were emotionally calm and could disy their abilities well. Presently, with mankinds understanding of the Zerg and their all-rounded training, outstanding warriors should be able to take control of the situation. Moreover, their weapons were exquisitely made. "All passable." "A pity there are no surprises. With this standard, we can only rely on Achilles and the rest. Its a risk." Just as the voice faded, the warning lights shed across the screens, cutting to another scene. A silhouette. A Sickle Zerg. Or more urately, a Zerg was cut into half. "Rewind." The red warning indicated a high-level attack. But the simple rey left the three generals stunned. Wang Zheng wandered about aimlessly. The darkness didnt affect him. He wasnt sure why, buting to this ce felt like being in the Rubiks Cube again. It was kind of real, but also kind of dream-like. This was not a good feeling. This could awaken some negative emotions. What is the true meaning of being a warrior? No matter how beautifully exined or packaged, the true essence was hard to mask C to kill! But mankind were rational beings. Thats why they converted these negative emotions tofort themselves, be it justice or morals. But what Wang Zheng had to go through was too extreme. He could not die, and with the holding of the Primordial Regression Technique, his spirits would never be crushed. But some things were indeed not within his control. This could not be controlled by Bonehead, and neither could he ever understand it. Luckily, Wang Zheng was a born optimist and a tenacious person, especially after meeting Aina, which allowed him to be even more firm and unmoving. But this did not mean that his innate desires to kill had disappeared. Some environments naturally awakened that desire. As Wang Zheng moved about, he was unable to calm himself down. He tried his best to do it, but he could not suppress the excitement. Darkness, danger, desire. They dangled right in front of him, seducing him, tempting him. A greedy Zerg spotted Wang Zheng, and at top speed, pounced at this lost prey. In an instant, it was right in front of Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng could only look up and cut away the man-shredding sickle off the Sickle Zerg. Meng Ao watched intently. This student was undoubtedly going to die. Had somebodye to his rescue? In the next moment, a shocking scene unfolded before him. The Sickle Zerg missed, and this students arm went right through the Zergs body and tore it into two halves as though tearing up a sheet of paper. Blood spewed, but all to the front. He did not even have a single drop of blood on him. The control room was inplete silence. A few momentster, Meng Ao spoke. "Close up. I want to take a look at his face." The three of them saw a calm, peaceful face that had a little smile and a tinge of satisfaction. Be a demon or die. "Ares College. Wang Zheng. 16 years old. Physics and mathematics prodigy. Outstanding contributions in space physics." Meng Ao read the information. Wang Zhengs introductory portfolio was actually about science! This... Drachmach was startled. "What? He is that Wang Zheng?" Lie Wuqing pped and dered, "What are you talking about? This kid has got character. I like it. Hes mine!" Meng Ao shot a look at him. "Are you off your meds? Hes an Earthling." "I remember someone saying that there are no boundaries," Lie Wuqing rebutted. "Well, no one said he will go to you Mars people." "You two, stop squabbling. Lets take another look. Tsk, tsk. This kid is universally renowned. To think hes actually here! Its incredible." Drachmach shook his head, smiling. He just could not believe it. "Dont beat around the bush. Spit it out!" "Remember Xiao Feistest achievements in space navigation recently?" "No sh*t. The news of that was all over the ce. If done well, itll be a military revolution. Whats with that?" "Heh heh. From what I know, the core findings in the subject were done by thisd right here. I thought it was just some kid with the same name when I scanned through the name list," Drachmach said. "Seems like we were blind. We almost ignored a true god." What space navigation and its developments meant, these soldiers knew best. If the theory could be applied in real life, it would first be employed militarily before civilian use. "Brains and brawns. Just right as an assistant to Lie Xin. That settles it!" Lie Wuqing said. "Is your Lie Xin a God?" Meng Ao was displeased. This kid came from Ares College and seemed to have a good rtionship with his daughter. Meng Tians Ability X was slow to develop, and her level was not high enough. Otherwise, he could really be made Meng Tians right-hand man. Now with him, Lears abilities would definitely be strengthened. It was going to be harder for the Moon to shine. Frankly speaking, Meng Ao appreciated Lear very much. He knew about the Cronos political appeals, but that was not the problem, it was actually a strength. Of course, Lear had to be good enough, and his daughter had to be willing. Back in the days, he would have done everything to make it happen. But times were different now; it was no longer an intra war era. The Sr System Federation had to unite. There could only be one leader out of the five, and Meng Tian should assist the strongest leader. However, Lear was not the one, not yet at least. So he chose to sit and wait, to see what abilities this Lear kid had. "I think this guys style could make Achilles soar," Drachmach said very seriously. He rubbed his chin subconsciously, as if trying to make out the possibilities of thisbination. While the three men chatted, Wang Zheng entered a cave. "Dont tell me this kid wants to..." the three of them started. Everybody knew that there was definitely not just one Zerg in the cave. Yet he went in. Drachmach thought for a bit, and all of a sudden, he punched a button. Wang Zhengs signal disappeared from the screens of the five kings downstairs. "Cover it up for a bit. Let us look at his abilities before deciding. Who knows, he might be a talented warrior," Drachmach said, smiling. Wang Zheng was excited. He felt awake. Five Zergs were surrounding him, two above, three below. "Has he gone mad? He didnt bring hisser gun!" Lie Wuqing eximed. The Zerg nests on Demon Ind were controlled. Wang Zheng was in an average passageway, and there not many Zergs. If he had aser gun and good reflexes, it wouldnt be a problem. Even the five people downstairs could take it down easily. Chapter 123: Enjoying the Excitement of Blood and Fire! Chapter 123: Enjoying the Excitement of Blood and Fire! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The two Sickle Zergs hanging from the top of the cave came plummeting down. Voom! Four enormous sickle-shaped ws sunk into the ground, sending stones flying all over the ce. Wang Zheng had already jumped back. It was a familiar feeling, having stones and sand showering him. In fact, this felt even more realistic! Zoom! The alloy knife struck right into a Sickle Zergs head. The other Zergs came rushing in, waving their sickle-shaped ws in the air. Wang Zheng leapt and jumped amongst the des. Every time he struck out, a Sickle Zerg would copse. His attacks were full of force and hit them right in their vitals. He did not give the Zergs any opportunity to struggle or to strike back. Zergs were tenacious, and even these "domesticated" Zergs were fierce and scary. Attacks on them had to be urate and strong enough in order to kill them. Within a few short moments, the five Zergs had fallen to the ground, yet Wang Zheng remained standing, seemingly rxed and idle. He returned the alloy knife into its scabbard whilst spinning it in his hands. He was so adept at it, it seemed as though he had used it for over a decade. "We may have made a mistake." "Yeah." "Things are going to get interesting." The three men looked at each other. It was evident that they all had the same thing in mind. Throwing Wang Zheng into the equation would mess up the equilibrium and the bnce of their present situation, and this was precisely what they wanted. "No!" A Sickle Zerg almost twice the size of the others came running through. Every cave had a Queen Zerg. Boom! Two enormous sickle ws came crashing down. Boom! The alloy knife shook violently as it blocked the Zergs ws. The Sickle Zerg cried out, ready to shred Wang Zheng up. But at that instant, its opponent vanished. As the sickle wsnded on the ground, Wang Zheng stuck his knife into the Zergs body, spinning like a hurricane. Zoom! Zoom! Zoom! Light bounced off the knifes de, shimmering. The enormous Sickle Zergnded, lying t on the ground like a turtle shell. Itid motionless while its head and ws fell, lining up next to its body neatly. Wang Zheng felt famished after his little exercise, so he made a cut in the dead Zergs leg. The meat here was not as disgusting aspared to its body. While it may have smelled like salted fish that had gone rotten, it could fill his stomach. As if having a post exercise snack, Wang Zheng ate all four of the Zergs enormous legs. Mmmmm... In the control room, the three generals watched the entire process from start to finish, without a word spoken. It was apparent that they all found it nauseating. Legend had it that back in the days where mankind and Zergs were in the depths of war, many warriors survived by doing that. But in this day and age, it was unbelievable that there were still men who could bring themselves to do so. "I suggest nominating him." "I agree." "I agree." The three men had never been so unanimous in their decisions. They turned around, almost at the same time, shouting, "NO CHEATING!" Lear watched Meng Tian for a while and then looked up the whole arena, taking an especially close look at the non-key yers. The information on the main yers wasplete, and given the present situation, there was nothing much that remained to be seen. But intel on the others was not as detailed. Who knew if there were any undiscovered talents? As all those who managed to make their way here were particrly skillful in a certain area, their abilities to fight were not what was most important. What they needed to have was an outstanding character and the ability to be a good team yer. It was crucial for a leader to unleash the full potential of his pawns. As Lear watched the screens closely, he sensed something was missing, but he could not remember what. "You guys go ahead and continue watching. Im going to catch up on some beauty sleep. Let me know if you find anything interesting," Lie Xin said, waving goodbye. Achilles smiled and said, "Im making a move, too." The first days mainlyprised of some simple tests. Getting to know what was going on was sufficient. After Achilles and Lie Xin dered their intentions, Taros and Raston left too. Staring at meaningless fights on the screens was extremely boring. Lear nced coldly at the four of them. "Suit yourselves. Someone has to stay behind anyway." "Ha! An Earthling indeed. Always so egoistic. The General will not give you bonus points for doing this!" Rastonughed. "Just dont tell on us," Taros said coldly. Regardless, the General had wanted them to observe. Leaving just like that would leave a bad impression. Lear let out a little smile, refusing toment. After the four left, Lear continued to observe in silence as the scenes changed. This was evidently a sleepless night for most people. 13 had dropped out, but the overall capabilities remained decent; they were able to deal with sudden attacks calmly. Dawn. When the first rays of sunlight lit up Demon Ind, Wang Zheng opened his eyes. He had a good exercise, and he had eaten and slept well. Things were not too bad other than the poor quality of the food. He took out a fruit and swallowed it down in no time. To maintain good physical fitness, he could not be picky when it came to food. After stretching, Wang Zheng jumped down from the tree. Day time was obviously a good time to go looking for his teammates. The situation on Demon Ind was way better than he had imagined. He rounded up two caves the night before and did not find too many Zergs. Moreover, they were all lowly Sickle Zergs. Given his experience, they had all been weakened and were far less ferociouspared to wild ones. Back in the Rubiks Cube, Bonehead had shown him all sorts of oddly shaped objects and opponents. Some he had seen before, but he knew nothing about most of them. In reality, there were barely any differences when the species were simr. From the top, Demon Ind looked small. But in reality, it was vast, and Zergs could appear as and when they liked, regardless of day or night. Yet these Zergs were well behaved. Wang Zheng had hoped to encounter a few of them, but after walking all morning, there was nothing. Still, his luck was considerably good. Wang Zheng had caught a rat. It was a big one, rather stout. On Demon Ind, this was definitely a delicacy. He gathered twigs and branches, rubbed his dagger des together, made a spark, and started a fire. Life with aser gun was much more convenient. He skinned the rat and pierced the alloy knife through it. Before long, it sizzled and a fragrance filled the air. This was heavenlypared to the Zerg flesh the night before. Student Wang swallowed his saliva. Just then, three men jumped out from the forest. They stared at the smoking rat, stomachs rumbling. It was clear that they had not eaten for a day now. War was physically draining, and the smell of barbecued meat was undeniably irresistible. But the rat was barely 300 grams, so it was not enough for Wang Zheng alone, let alone four people. But Student Wang was more than willing to share. He did not have to worry about not having enough food, anyway. The three looked at each other and dished out theirser guns. "Ares kid, lie down and put your hands up!" Wang Zheng was taken by surprise. This.... "Dont me us, man. A wise man submits to circumstances. Activate the wrist band and drop out." The three of them had theirser guns pointed directly at Wang Zheng. He thought that they had onlye for the meat. Who could have known that they wanted to eliminate opponents? How creative. In fact, it wasnt just people from Pluto College. There were many out there doing this. Battling Zergs was one thing, but theirpetitors were not Zergs, they were other people. With fewerpetitors, their chances of being selected would improve greatly. Moreover, nobody said that they couldnt do this. It would be alright as long as they didnt kill anyone. Even Student Wang found these people brilliant. "Its a pity, but I dont intend to quit. Are you going to finish me off?" The leader of the group waved his hand and the other two withdrew their alloy knives, walking towards Wang Zheng. "Dont move. We wont kill you, but dont me it on us when we paralyze you." "Just me it on your tough luck,d. Earthlings are more suited for drinking tea, ying cards, and talking about history. IG is not for your kind," one of them said while grabbing onto Wang Zhengs wrists. As long as the wrist band was activated, Wang Zheng would be disqualified. With a knife held to his neck and aser gun to his face, Wang Zheng kicked up and grabbed hold of the knife. His opponent wanted to exert force, but was unable to move. The knife was taken away in an instant and flew straight out. Nearby, the student holding to the gun screamed and held on to his arm. The knife had struck him. Crack! The student entangled with Wang Zheng had his arm broken, then Wang Zheng tore his emergency wristband off. The first guy tried to make a run for it, but Wang Zheng took him by the cor and threw him against a tree. Unhurriedly, Wang Zheng took his emergency wristband off as well. "Youve got great ideas. Why didnt I think of that?" "Dont, dont you daree near! I will sue you in a military court! You have no idea who I am!" Wang Zheng chuckled. "I dont need to you know who you are. Here, listen to me, let me help you take that knife out." Weapons were still necessary after all, and Wang Zheng now had three more alloy knives. Meanwhile, the three men were sitting down plopped onto the ground. Very soon, there would be someone to take them away. Some dogs barks were worse than their bites. Some barks, on the other hand, brought about an even worse bite. Wang Zheng picked up his lunch and left. It seemed like there was a new type of opponent. Day Two. No Zergs had appeared, yet 15 participants were eliminated from internal fights. The generals did not know whether tough or cry at this. But it was for sure that they didnt mind, as it was indeed still ying by rules. Those who got eliminated just had bad luck. To survive, it was important to have good luck too. "That kid was pretty ruthless. He didnt even flinch," Drachmach said. "Ha ha. If it were me, I would not have let them off this easy. This kid is strong and decisive. Very unlike Earthlings!" Lie Wuqing roared withughter. His admiration grew as he watched. What he detested most was Earth peoples indecisiveness and Moon peoples pretense to be serious. The true spirit lied in having clear lines drawn between love and hate. "Thisd is very vignt and cautious. Did you notice his standing position when the three kids appeared?" Meng Ao pointed at the screen, smiling. While he seemed rxed, his body was evidently tense. He was very cautious. As a warrior, it was important to be vignt and careful of ones surroundings. Any foreign existence, even those of the same species, could be ones enemy. "Really? But he was still taken aback. My guess is he had wanted to share his meal with the three of them. Tsk tsk. What a weird child. He enjoys cruelty and killing, yet he remains a team yer. How odd, how odd!" Drachmach had noticed something different. Mercy and kindness were not required in the army, but some of mankinds nature could never be changed. One rat was clearly not enough to feed four people, but it could maintain a certain level of fighting spirit. A leader should not be selfish. At least that was what Drachmach thought. Chapter 124: Schoolmates and Teammates Chapter 124: Schoolmates and Teammates Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas What Meng Ao saw in Wang Zheng was his round-the-clock vignce, while Lie Wuqing saw his callousness and decisiveness towards both monsters and other men. Even though their focal points differed, the three generals all found something they had needed. It was past noon. Happy times came to an end as the Zergs began moving about. But having adapted to things from the day before, the students could at least unveil their abilities this time around. Having met a few people along the way, Zhang Shan bumped into Meng Tian. "I wonder how Wang Zheng and Zhang Runan are doing. The people from IG are really ruthless! To think theyd actually use the real stuff on us! But I think we can still cope given our capabilities." "Dont get excited too soon. Yesterday was just a warm up. If my guess is correct, the program officially begins today. Zergs appearing one by one is nothing short of abnormal." "...you mean they wille at us in groups today?" Zhang Shan was stunned. Meng Tian nodded. "Thats why weve got to gather quickly." "But how do we go search? We havent got a clue, and its not good to just go about randomly." Meng Tian thought for a while. "Lets split up. Mark ZS on the trees and look for food while searching for them. Wang Zheng and Runan will know when they see it." "Great idea. Lets do as you say." Zhang Shan pped his hands and immediately got into action. He really admired Meng Tian. This cold, petite girl was truly amazing in crucial times like this. She was unlike the other girls who acted as if they could do everything in school but would reveal their weak personalities in a battlefield like this. Almost everybody was looking for help, but there were exceptions too. Zhang Runan had remained at the same spot, waiting. It was just that there were two caves in her vicinity. During the day, the students were able to deal with things rather easily. Moreover, the numbers were small, so when they struck, the Zergs were no match. But at night, it was the Zergs who ruled the Ind. "Damn. The numbers are huge this time." "Killing these little Zergs really gives no sense of satisfaction. Where are the Queen Zergs, Milo? Can you sense them? The eight of us must kill a Queen Zerg each before we can be considered to have passed," Atos said. "Dont put on a strong front, Atos. The Zergs numbers are hard to estimate. Weve got no mecha, and relying solely on these few guns is too risky." Achilles Eight Stars had alreadye together. With Milo around, there was no need to worry about being split up. The present level of threat was of no threat to the eight of them now. As for the others, they wouldnt dare to provoke this group in an encounter. Provoking the Eight Stars was courting trouble. While Achilles was amazing, the eight of them had their own reputations as well. "Its too dangerous. A normal Queen Zerg has the protection of at least a few thousand Zergs, and that is further split into three different levels. Even if all of us attacked together, it would still be too dangerous," Milo exined. There would always be female members on teams from the Moon. A females attention to detail and their cool-headedness could provide the team with some great suggestions. If the female had abilities in this area, her role would be even more important. "Milo is right. We should sit back and see what happens." The person who spoke was Dong Xiaosa, thergest amongst the eight. "Brother Xiaosa, the strength-type Ability X user from Ares College makes a good match with you. You two can form a formidable team." Pi Xiaoxiuughed. One ought to never be tricked by Pi Xiaoxius gentle voice. He was a typical guy who saw insulting others as a form of art. "Pi Xiaoxiu, are you tired of living?" Everyone burst outughing. Although they were on a special training mission on Demon Ind, it did not seem to have any impact on these eight people. Lear watched the eight people in silence, grinning to himself. Moon people had such high self-esteem. While it was undeniable that the Zergs were of no threat to the group of eight, this was not the main point or motive of this whole test. The stronger their abilities, the less they ought toe together. If they were in a group, then they should have aimed to do something bigger. Being steady, stable, and safe also meant losing many opportunities. Adventurism? No. Lear never liked adventurists. He was an opportunist. At nightfall, the smell of danger hung in the air. Everyone waited quietly for the attacks to begin, and people began making traps and finding good hiding spots. Zhang Runan started a fire and stared nkly at it, her alloy spear ced on her knees. She could hear rasping noises getting louder and louder by the second. Fire. The smell of humans. These were the things that exposed the targets to Zergs in the dark. Just the first batch alone that approached had more than 10 zergs in it. It seemed like the second night on Demon Ind was not going to be easy. As the shadows neared, Zhang Runans eyes gave off a different glow. A huge shadow descended from the skies and the alloy spear in Zhang Runans handsshed out in the open. Zoom! Zhang Runan got up, spear in hand. One by one, Zergs climbed out of the surrounding forests, ring at their prey with fist-sized eyeballs. All of a sudden, Lie Wuqing pped his head. "I remember now!" "You only recalled it now?" Meng Aoughed. "This girl went to Academy X! But she dropped out just after one week." Zhang Runans looks had given her much trouble. Now that they were all grown up, people were more or less kinder with their words. But in her childhood, children did not filter their words, let alone in Academy X. It was a bad experience, and Zhang Runan eventually chose to leave. When Zhang Runans ability had just started taking form, it was not too strong, so the school did not insist that she stay. Moreover, Academy X picked only the best, but it seemed that they had missed out on something. "Her ability is pretty good." "Lets look at the duration of it." On the screens, Zhang Runan had already begun battling. She was sharp, ferocious, and very skillful in using the spear. It was clear that her arm strength was the strongest. Zergs shells were thick, and even though the spear was sharp, a lot of strength was needed to pierce through them. But using only brute force in a battle was not good enough. No matter how strong one was, that strength and energy would eventually be used up. Without the right allocation and tactical knowledge, the strength would be of no use. It was a pity. With this ability, if tactical knowledge had been nurtured from young, her battle skills would have definitely been stronger. Even though Zhang Runans attacks were ferocious, they were all over the ce. Soldiers were particr about speed, uracy, and strength. Some military ns even had a stronger set of skills, but with logical, specific forme and steps. Zhang Runans methods, on the other hand, were highly irregr; they were almost entirely forceful, brute attacks. The generals and the five leaders downstairsughed as they watched her. "This ugly girl has highly unusual strength." Taros felt disgusted. He had nothing against women who were physically strong, but he just couldnt withstand this monster. Lear remained motionless. Achilles as well. The looks in their eyes turned from rxed to heavy. They both noticed the change in each other. They took a quick nce at each other and turned at the same time. But Lie Xin said it. "Thats not right! It looks like there is a form to her steps. It just looks messy." Lie Xin had been missing a bodyguard, so Zhang Runan was simply made for her. "What do you guys make of this?" Meng Aoughed. "Surprising. Looks pretty rxed. Theres a poetic feeling to it!" Drachmach eximed. This was definitely an unexpected discovery. Strength-type Ability X was in itself a feat, but without formal training, she had managed to figure out a battle tactic on her own, and it seemed like the tactics wereing together to form a system. Lie Wuqing was no ordinary man. He had in his possession the Lie familys secret tactics. But Zhang Runans attacks appeared to have their own style and levels. Even though she had Strength-type abilities, she seemed to have mastered her own way. A genius! Even Meng Ao did not expect Earth to bring them two surprises, and both were highly talented warriors. With her skills, the 10 odd Zergs were no match for her. It didnt take much effort before they all fell to the ground. Zhang Runan looked at the Zergs, let out a soft sigh, and sat back down beside the fire. In fact, while Zhang Runan was battling, there were already a few people watching, but none of them came out. "Not only does she look like a monster, her skills are monstrous too." "Wed better leave. This persons antics are sure to attract lots of zergs." "To think Earth is capable of nurturing powerful fighters!" "Well, Earth is the cradle of all men. Having been sitting around for so many years now, its only normal for them to have a few odd talents." "This is really interesting." "Hurry lets go. A huge swarm of Zergs is making its way here." The shadows shuffled amongst the tall grass, and within moments, everyone had dispersed and gone away. Zhang Runan remained quietly seated by the fire, as if she did not hear a thing. Meng Ao frowned. Given the situation earlier, Zhang Runan should be sufficiently confident in herself, but she remained numb and apathetic. It seemed that there was a problem. Could it be that she was keen to get herself killed? Seeing that she had kept quiet the whole time, it was evident that her physical appearance was a huge source of problems, all of which she kept to herself. People with X factors were not spared from mental health problems. In fact, these issues often came stronger than that of ordinary men and women. This was caused by ack of guidance. Could she be unconfident in her own existence? Right about then, the sounds of footsteps could be heard growing louder and louder. Student Wang entered, carrying a huge backpack. "Aha! Ive finally found one." Zhang Runan looked up and nced at Wang Zheng. Student Wang plopped down. "Im dead beat! Where on earth did Meng Tian and Zhang Shan go? Ive been walking around the entire day and I couldnt find them." Seeing that Wang Zheng had taken a seat, Zhang Runan frowned. "Youd better leave quickly." "Why? Theres a fire ready, just perfect for a barbecue. I didnt bring aser gun along, and its exhausting to manually start a fire myself." Wang Zheng opened up a package. In itid a wild badger and a pile of fruits. He couldnt help but salivate. "You know what that is? Its fine cuisine! Ive seen it in pictures before, but Ive never thought Id have the chance to try it once for myself. What a pity though. We could make hundreds of thousands if we auctioned this on the Inte." "You only get to taste it if you can stay alive," Zhang Runan said while her stomach rumbled uncontrobly. She had only had some fruits the entire day. Wang Zhengughed. "Here. You can have half of it. Have some fruits and bear with it for a little while." Wang Zheng skillfully withdrew his knife and skinned the badger, preparing it for the barbecue. "If you dont leave now, you wont be able to leaveter. There are about 50 Zergs making their way here right now. Im not too confident myself. I dont want you getting in the way, so leave. Go as far as you can." "That doesnt seem like a nice thing to do. We are ssmates and teammates; going through life and death may be a bit too much of an exaggeration, but fighting hand in hand is reasonable. Dont worry, Ill be the first to escape if we cant beat them." Wang Zheng chuckled. Chapter 125: Goddess of War! Chapter 125: Goddess of War! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas There was a total of 63 Zergs. Wang Zheng could sense urately that two of them had a higher rank. Given her situation, it might had been very difficult for Zhang Runan to deal with them alone. Zhang Runan looked at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng was barbecuing his badger as if there was not a single thing to worry about in the world. Zhang Runan picked up the fruits and ate them in silence. "What a cleverd. He knows to curry favour." Raston giggled. "More than 60 Zergs. Zhang Runan may not be able to cope." "Men like that should have been castrated long ago," Lie Xin said coolly. Women from Mars detested men who relied on them. They were opportunists who lived off women, an absolute disgrace to other men. On Mars, women did not need men to be loyal, but they had to behave while being masculine. Achilles smiled and refrained frommenting, and Lear had finally recalled what the problem was. He kept feeling as if something was amiss, and that was Wang Zheng C some guy without the X Factor, yet gave him a ominous feeling all the time. It may have been because of Meng Tian, it may have been because of some other reasons. After finishing two fruits, Zhang Runan got up. "Now you cant leave even if you want to. If you trust me, turn around and shut your eyes. Dont do a thing. Just ignore everything that happens." Wang Zheng flipped the badger. "No problem. Hurry up. The meat wont taste as great if it gets burnt," Wang Zheng said while turning over and closing his eyes. "Why arent you asking?" "Is there a need to? Were teammates." "A professional gigolo, eh?" Raston chuckled. "I do want to see how Zhang Runan is going to deal with this," Taros said with incredulity. The ground began shaking violently. The first batch of 20 Sickle Zergs was dashing towards them. Zhang Runan turned around to find that Wang Zheng had not moved. He did not even turn to look. Seeing that that was the case, Zhang Runans vigor changedpletely. It was clear to her that she would not be able to cope with that many zergs in her current state. Moreover, she had someone else to protect. She stepped out abruptly. Boom! Her body began giving out cracking sounds that indicated a change in bone structure... Raston covered his eyes. "Is this where the dinosaur turns into Godzi?" Achilles smiled. Like Dong Xiaosa, an increase in physical strength meant an increase in physical size. Otherwise, the body would not be able to withstand the pressure. But Dong Xiaosa often refused to employ this power, especially when there were girls around, as it would ruin his morous image. It was natural for mankind to be vain, let alone girls. Taros looked away too. Watching a scene like that would give him nightmares. Eh? Lear let out an odd gasp. Zhang Runans body did not grow bigger, but... it shrank! Even though her bones had undergone some change, Zhang Runan remained big and tall. But the person standing there right that moment had absolutely nothing to do with the word "ugly". Zhang Runan wielded a spear in her hand. If she was a monster before, she was now a goddess of war! Kill! The alloy spear struck out at lightning speed. Meng Ao and co looked sheepishly at one another. An inverse Ability X! Ordinary strength-type individuals would growrger, but there was an even more powerful and extremely rare type C one that caused ones body to shrink. More urately, this was Zhang Runans actual form, but because her Ability X was underdeveloped and uncontroble, she naturally expanded into that bloated form. Now standing in front of everybody was a valiant woman warrior, elegant with the air of grandeur. The control room Lear and hispanions were in went absolutely silent. The five of them were all elites and understood perfectly well what this situation meant. Even among those who had an Ability X, this was one in ten thousand. It waspletely out of the norm. If the increase in arm strength alone was considered a low-level Ability X, Zhang Runan was now imbued with the highest level of power of strength. Her Ability X could be essed and used by every single part of her body. Other than physical strength, her speed and all other areas would improve drastically. KILL! Coupled with her painting-like mastery of the spear, what everybody saw was a future goddess of war. Meng Ao could not stop smiling. This was simply a gift sent from the heavens. They were lucky that it hadnded right upon them. It was no wonder she was so calm. There was indeed no need for her to run away. The number of Zergs was very high. As she had to protect Wang Zheng, Zhang Runan had to restrict the movements of the Zergs in all directions, but she was slowly being forced to retreat. "That gigolo is in luck, eh? But if he doesnt flee now, things will be really messy," Raston said, with a unique glow in his eyes. He was rather talented, but inexperienced. "Not necessarily." Achilles burst outughing. "You guys said self-made geniuses dont exist," Lear added. Zhang Runan suddenly stopped in her tracks. A ray of light seemed to burst through and the alloy spear was violently pulled back. Her eyes emitted a silver glow that pierced through the darkness and the spear in her hand lit up the night sky. Kill~~~~~ Ability X C Pear Blossom Storm. Thest 30 Zergs were killed in an instant. Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! The sound of falling Zergs still booming, Zhang Runan had already put her spear away. Her face was flushed. This attack had taken up much of her energy. Based on her current state, an abrupt outburst of energy like that could only be used once a day. Although Ability X was based off ones mental strength, its execution still depended on physical movement and energy. Both control rooms were quiet. This was definitely on par or even better than the level of main fighters. An underdeveloped, bnced strength-type. Full of strength, speed, and outbursts of energy. Zhang Runans bones cracked, then her body began expanding uncontrobly and she returned to her original, bloated look. "Its over," Zhang Runan said. Wang Zheng turned around. He looked at the ground full of Zergs and gave her a thumbs up. "With you around, it seems like theres no need to worry about safety. Hah. Here, the meat is cooked. Eat it while its still hot." Zhang Runan let out a smile. "Thank you." She did not stand on courtesy. She was famished. Starving. Using her Ability X was much too draining. Wang Zheng ate with so much excitement that he kept biting his tongue. He might as well have eaten his own tongue. This thing was simply delicious. What Demon Ind? It was more like Paradise Ind! "Seems like our young friends here are having a good time." "All things exist in rtivity. ces that seem like hell to some people may appear to be heaven to others." "This Zhang Runan is very interesting. There is a lot of potential to be uncovered." But Meng Ao paid all his attention to Wang Zheng. Given Wang Zhengs capabilities, he definitely had nothing to be afraid of. It was delicious indeed. Zhang Runan was also just a girl, and she had high expectations when it came to food. "Its not that I didnt want to let you see, its just.. when I use my powers, theres some personal privacy to look after," Zhang Runan exined. Wang Zheng smiled. "No worries. Brother Nan is mighty! Oh..." Student Wang had identally let his tongue slip. Obviously, powers like that could cause Zhang Runans physical appearance to alter even more, perhaps even turn into a monster. An image of a gori shed through Wang Zhengs mind. It was indeed rather frightening. Zhang Runanughed. "I know what you call me behind my back. Doesnt matter, Im used to it." The two of them chatted as they ate. Zhang Runan had never felt so happy. She didnt care if others called her hideous. What she couldnt take lying down was pity and distrust. How could a face represent ones abilities and character? "What the f*ck, thisd is dog sh*t lucky." Taros couldnt help but curse. "Dont say that. One would not be trusted if he didnt trust others," Achilles remarked, giving a rather high value in his assessment. "No matter what you say, men who cower behind women are good-for-nothings!" Lie Xin was still upset, but she had developed a keen interest in Zhang Runan. It was simply the right match, especially her battle state. They all matched Lie Xins criteria perfectly. "Dont tell me youve fallen for her, Lie Xin." Raston chuckled. It was rumored that Lie Xin fancied women and not men. "If youre courting death, just say the word and Ill send you on your way." Lie Xin red at Raston. Raston shrugged, unbothered by it. Lear, on the other hand, said nothing. He stared squarely at Wang Zheng on the screens. Wang Zheng was absolutely capable of messing things up, and now, with Zhang Runan, it was even better. He had achieved his motive, but he could not allow these people to be allies, especially not allies based on trust! One floor above, the three generals were overjoyed. "This Wang Zhengs decent too. He knows how to trust others. He is definitely leader material." "Knowing, using, and trusting others requires foresight. He has outstanding capabilities and great foresight. Seems like we have no choice but to value him. This kid is always surprising us." "We may have underestimated him," Meng Ao said suddenly, pointing to the screens. It cut to a scene and zoomed in. Underneath the mes, something else shimmered and shed. It was the reflection from an alloy knife. Amongst the Zergs lying on the ground, an alloy knife was stuck in the chest of one developed Zerg. Wang Zheng had his back facing the battle, and even these onlookers did not notice when he had struck. It seemed like Zhang Runans attacks still had their ws. The three men looked at each other, but this time no one said a word ofpliment. What went on in their minds, only they knew. There was a particr type of person they had to poach into their own teams. Elsewhere, the students encountered different levels of attacks. The Moons Eight Stars were the most perfect. They had gotten rid of the Zergs easily; it was hardly even a warm up for them. Mars killing, however, was a little vicious. From adapting in the beginning, then to attacking, now they were searching for the Queen Zergs nests. After another round of elimination, those who remained were evidently much more capable. That wretched fatso Luo Fei... did not take part in any battle or fight. He had gotten better and better at hiding, and the Zergs could not do anything about it. Meng Tian and Zhang Shan had also just taken down a round of attacks. Zhang Shans closebatplemented Meng Tians archery, so the Zergs had no chance. The two of them ate some wild fruits but were still famished. They struggled to barely survive. "When dawn breaks, we will expand our search area as much as we can and find Wang Zheng and Runan." "Sure. There are a lot more Zergs than there werest night. I wonder whats in store for us in the next few days. Its thrilling." Zhang Shan chuckled. "There should be more, or maybe something else. Once we reunite, we should think of ways to get to the Queen Zerg." Meng Tian was not here to entertain others. Since the goal was to destroy a Queen Zerg, there had to be a way to do it. Maybe someone had already begun doing so. In fact, that was precisely the case. The Eight Stars imed that it was easy, but they obviously didnt want to sit through the whole selection. At the very least, they stood a chance to fight for a ce. The problem lied with finding the Queen Zerg. Even though there were plenty of Zergs shielding their queen, there was still a way out. Chapter 126: Strange Talent Chapter 126: Strange Talent Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the past, they could hardly do anything because of the unfamiliarity and mysteriousness. But now, some of the Zergs habits had bemon knowledge. The strange, ghastly caves actually had a clear structure. Zergs inherited traits, and simr species always had the same few structuralponents. But of course, men who were able to master these structures specialized in studying them. They were indeedplex. Over on Mars side, the Martians were moving in teams. Their teamwork was what allowed Mars to grow ever more powerful in recent years. The Lie familys military influence also grew stronger and stronger on Mars. As much as they were all under the framework of the Milky Way Federation, every had their own systems and rules. For Mars, with Lie Xin around, there was not much for the rest to fight for. They only wanted to get rid of the Queen Zerg for glory and fame. The Martians attacks were extremely powerful. But for ces such as Caragal, things were not as orderly. Another 15 were eliminated that night, and it was merely day two. Day three. Things were much harder to endure. The participants were faced with a shortage of food and ack of sleep on top of the threat posed by Zergs. Wild animals were sparse. Wang Zheng being able to hunt them down did not mean the others could do the same. Edible fruits were sparse too. Some people tried to feed on the nts, but other than being unfulfilling, nobody knew whether they were poisonous. The top priority on everyones lists was to fill their stomachs. Only then would they have the energy to fight. A handful of people recalled theke they saw when they flew over the Ind. Where there is water, there is food, and so that was their only chance of survival. They would not be able to take it if theyd continued to put up with the hunger. Zhang Runan gaped at Wang Zheng, jaw dropped. Was that... really edible? Wang Zheng got up early to get busy. Seeing Zhang Runans surprise, he said, "Well, it doesnt taste fantastic, but the nutrition level is passable, and the sap does replenish some moisture. You want some?" Wang Zheng was famished. He had a higher level of need for energy replenishment, but it didnt mean that he was able to withstand hunger. He would only endure if there was no other choice. But with so much foodid in front of him, his stomach would protest if hed let it suffer. Wang Zheng tore out a slice of thigh meat. To be frank, both its looks and its smell were nauseating. Even the normally tough Zhang Runan couldnt help but throw up. Student Wang shrugged and relished in two pieces of thigh meat. Starting the day well with a good breakfast was very important. "You sure you dont want one? These Chief Zergs taste alright. Those smaller ones, theyre merely shells. One look and you know theyre domesticated," said Wang Zheng. Wild Zergs were better fighters, were stronger, and so had tougher flesh. But Zergs on Demon Ind were probably grown forb use, so their fighting strength was average. Zhang Runan shook her head firmly. "Id much rather starve to death." Wang Zheng chuckled. "Well, then you can have all the fruits. Ill finish all four legs. Enough sustenance for a day." Wang Zheng dug in happily. Over at Lears side, Lie Xin had left the room long ago. That was truly disgusting! How could someone like that even exist? How could anyone eat that? Caragal royalty like Raston received fine education from a young age and lived a life of luxury. If not for his ego, hed have thrown up long ago. He was just holding himself back. Moreover, Lear and the rest were all still standing there. Taros gagged too, but it was not as severe. The environment in the Hades Republic was pretty bad, and there was a great disparity between the rich and the poor. They even traded ves in the ck markets. Having seen many of such things, he didnt feel too surprised. But was that really even edible? Did this guy even have a sense of taste? "Wow, Lear. So many hidden talents from Earth, eh? Thisd is truly one of a kind. Did he grow up in the slums?" Achilles let out a bitter smile, and Lear appeared all calm. At this point, Wang Zheng had finished all four legs and rubbed his tummy. He was a little bloated. "Im done. Lets go." Zhang Runan nodded. She did not want to stay there another second longer. At noon on the third day, Wang Zheng and Zhang Runan finally reunited with Meng Tian and Zhang Shan, but they were consideredte. Those from Europa had met them first. It seemed like the two days had taught them a good lesson. It was clear to them that they had to team up in order to survive. "Such a coincidence. We meet again." Yuan Ye from Europa Military College gleamed at Zhang Runan. What a strong and powerful woman! That physique gave off a strong, powerful force of attraction! Tsk, tsk, how very attractive. Men from Europa had a different taste in women. Yuan Ye was entirely conquered. He looked upon Zhnag Runan like an angel, but what a pity, it was a one-sided love. As usual, Zhang Runan had only one word for them: "Scram." "No problem." Yuan Ye scuttled off to Zhang Shans side. It was evident that they were now pretty good friends. Both Yuan Ye and Zhang Shan were friendly people and it seemed like a friendship had blossomed out of their earlier conflict. When Zhang Shan found out that Yuan Ye had fallen in love after being beaten and was carrying a sincere admiration, he began to harbor intentions of helping Yuan Ye. Moreover, Yuan Ye had a big build. A pretty good match! Everyone had a pretty good sense of what Demon Ind was like after the exchange of information. The Ind had an irregr, round shape. A freshwaterke sat in the middle of the isle, and it was surrounded by a man made ocean. Those who managed to make it through to this stage were all elites who had particrly strong sets of skills. They had adapted well to the ind after two days and were discontented with defending themselves passively. The Zergs were not as frightening as imagined, and many of them began to attack actively. It was this insatiable desire of mankind that had allowed them to conquer the universe today. Very few intelligent species had the same endless burning desire humans possessed. Many aliens had privately talked about how the Zergs wants were nothingpared to mens desires. Zergs instincts were to survive, but human sought to fulfil their many psychological needs. When they have fulfilled one wish, they would wish for another thing right away. There was no stop to their desires and wants. Its a good thing was that the universe had no boundaries. There is no need to worry that humans will lose their sense of purpose. With the same mentality, everyone had left behind pockets of information they obtained everywhere. It was evident that with just a few people in each team, striking the heavily guarded Queens nest was too much of a risk. The Moons Eight Stars had also sent out a signal to gather. Although the eight of them had the capability tounch an attack on the nest, thispetition may not be one that tested their individual capacities or their strength as a small group. It may be one that looked at their overall performance, at how they could do everything in their powers to remain firm and undefeated, and at their charm. Regardless of how they were to be assessed, minimizing risks was their top priority. Bit by bit, all sorts of signals came together. They had all decided to gather by the eastern forest at noon sharp. The Martians had already cleaned the ce up. They were strong and powerful and were unusually united. The edges of the east forest hadpletely been beaten up by the Martians, and tworge Zerg nests were emptied. They had destroyed at least a good two hundred Zergs. Wang Zheng and gang saw the messages left on the trees and decided to make their way to the meeting ce. Yuan Ye had clung on to Zhang Runan and would not leave her alone no matter what. Even the toughest women would not be able to resist the most persistent men. She mightve been asking him to get lost now, but if he persisted enough, she would sooner orter start calling him "Brother Yuan Ye", and eventually, "My Little Ye", a term he would specially approve. Zhang Shan looked up to Yuan Ye from the bottom of his heart. Just how daring was he to be openly courting Brother Nan? Even a hundred of Zhang Shans own gall put together would not give him enough courage to do something like that. It had nothing to do with beauty, but how many men could stomach Zhang Runans physical prowess alone? By then, everyone had gotten hungry. Wang Zheng took out the wild animal he had captured to share. Even though there were many of them and none of them could fill their stomachs, it was still satisfying in this time of famine. It provided them with some energy at the very least. And of course, thedies went first. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan shared a badgers thigh. Meng Tian had a high endurance for hunger, so a few fruits would have been able to maintain her energy level, but such delicious food was simply irresistible. "With Wang Zheng around, theres no need to worry about having to go hungry." Zhang Runan chuckled. Meng Tian was taken by surprise. The usually stern and serious Zhang Runan seemed a lot calmer and at ease. Plus, she looked much more amicable when she smiled! "He always has some sort of weird, hidden talent." "Meng Tian, this is a reliable man. You should grasp the opportunity if you fancy him," Zhang Runan said. The two girls were sitting together on another end, and in that instant, Meng Tian blushed. "Compared to Ye Zisu, I think you and him are much morepatible." Zhang Runan was as straightforward as usual. If someone else had said that, Meng Tian probably would not have much of a reaction, but somehow, she could not hide her emotions in front of Zhang Runan. Meng Tian smiled gently. "Let nature take its course. Nobody knows what will happen in future." Well, she did admire and fancy him a little, but Meng Tian had a cooler personality and was not too crazy about him. Zhang Runan nodded in agreement. "Thats true. There is still a lot for us to do." "Damn. My tongue is melting! How did you manage to capture all these things? We encountered a few, but we just couldnt get at them. These things are slyer than Zergs! They disappear just like that." The wildlife on Demon Ind was especially haunting; it was as if they were intelligent creatures. But being able to survive and grow a shining coat of fur was indeed no easy feat in the Zergs territory. "Hehe. Its in luck." Wang Zhengughed. He was not picky about food, and his desires for food could be put aside. The most important thing here was to replenish energy for battles, but clearly the others were against eating Zerg meat. The food was all gone and the guys from Europa blushed. Wiping the oil off his lips and rubbing his belly, Yuan Ye said, "Dont worry, we from Europa never, ever eat or take things for free. Yes. Thats that." He had wanted to exaggerate and make a promise to look after Ares College, but knowing how powerful Zhang Runan was, he was too embarrassed to say that. But on second thought, there was no use if Zhang Runan was the only powerful person around. Zhang Shans capabilities were at most average. Meng Tian had a great figure, but in terms of powers, there was nothing special. As for Wang Zheng, he had great survival skills, but hunting for food and dealing with Zergs were entirely separate issues. Demon Ind was infamous for its demons, and what they had gone through in the past two days was just the tip of the iceberg. The Zergs would definitely have their chance at revenge. Right that second, Yuan Ye only wished for a couple of oblivious Zergs to appear so that he could show off his valiance as a man. Chapter 127: Split into Two Chapter 127: Split into Two Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas After they were done eating, they began their journey. When they arrived at the meeting ce, there were already quite some people standing around with their own teams, all with their guards up. Although they were nning to strike the Queens Nest together, they were all rivals, so it was impossible to be unwary. After all, many were eliminated due to internal conflicts. The Eight Stars observed quietly. They had well predicted this situation and did not care about much as long as they achieved their goal. Amongst all the people here, the Eight Stars had no real opponent. Only the unusually united Martians had a thing or two, but as Martians, they often acted rashly, and that character w was easy to target. Fatty Luo Fei popped out of nowhere and showed up beside Wang Zheng. "Student Wang, we meet again! This time Im going to stick with you guys no matter what! These have been some really difficult days. Look at me, dont you think Ive lost weight?" Zhang Shan roared inughter. "Lost weight? My foot! Why do I think youve grown even fatter than before?" "Nonsense. Ive obviously slimmed down," Luo Fei said, rubbing his tummy. Yuan Ye looked curiously at the Fatty. "Its you again, fatso! Howe you havent been disqualified?" Fatty sulked and raised his wristband. "I wish I had been eliminated! Ive even thought of pressing the button myself, but the thing is, my boss had warned that hed break my limbs if I threw in the towel and that he would break a limb each time he saw me. He said I am to look for people to protect me if I cant make it alone." "What a character your boss has! Ha! Fret not, I will protect you," Yuan Ye imed, pumping his chest as a sign of manliness and stealing a nce at Zhang Runan. "Thats great! Alright, Iming with you guys. Oh yeah, youll be able to make it through to day four, right? If I dont make it to day four, Ill still receive a good fix from my boss." Luo Fei grinned from eye to eye, but his doubtful tone angered Yuan Ye. "Wow. King Lear is harsh, eh? He really sees himself as a master of ves, eh?" "Heh. Its alright, its alright." By then, almost everyone had arrived. Those who were not there clearly had no interest in activelyunching an attack. Survival was key. Atos from the Eight Stars stepped right out. "Everyone heres an elite, so Ill cut to the chase. It is not our style to just defend. We from the Moon are stepping up to lead. Weve gathered all of you tounch a strike on the Zergs nest. Destroying the Queen Zerg will naturally break down the whole colony." The crowd red. A strike was themon goal that had brought them together, but the leader would take the biggest credit and be given the most points. Milo smiled and stepped out. Under such circumstances, a womans speech would seem more amicable. "I know what all your worries are. Even though we say the Moon is leading the strike, its in fact a consensus we have alle to, and the credit goes equally to everyone. As for the number of points that will eventually be allocated to each individual, the highest score will definitely go to the one who kills the Queen Zerg. We trust that those watching from above will make their own judgement. We are only wasting time here if we are wishy-washy about this." The Martian team evidently had a discussion beforehand. The team leader stepped out. Lin Ruofeng, Lie Xins most reliable helper. "The Martian team will partake in this." Lin Ruofeng was an atypical Martian. He had a different air of confidence and grace, and even those who disliked him thought that he was Queen Liesckey. "Thats right. Whoever kills the Queen Zerg shall naturally get the most points." "However, we Martians have a suggestion to make," Lin Ruofeng said. Milo nodded. "Senior Lin Ruofeng, what is the suggestion of Mars Victory College?" "Martians are not separated by our institutions. My suggestion is also everyone elses suggestion," Lin Ruofeng said, smiling. The 16 students from Mars nodded their heads in unison. They came from three different academies, but on Mars, the Lie Family was their absolute leader, and as one of Lie Xins men, Lin Ruofeng was naturally their representative here. "I have misspoken. Please tell us what your suggestion is." Milo smiled back. It was a little test, and it seemed like the Martians unity was not dissolvable. Lin Ruofeng looked around. "There are 15 of you from the Moon, and with the 16 of us from Mars, it is enough for the strike. In terms of military tactics, qualityes above quantity. Moreover, this will be a dangerous trip. Incapable individualsing on the trip would not only get themselves killed but would also burden the whole team. Hence, it would be best if we could all prove sufficient capabilities." All around, the major institutions turned sullen. Some had indeed worried that theyd be bait for the Zergs, but who would have known that the tyrant Martians would not even allow them to do so? Having been here for more than two days, everyone was keen to put on a fight. The Zergs were not as ferocious as thought to be, and killing the Queen Zerg would undoubtedly give them a huge amount of bonus points. While it seemed like no one was watching, they were definitely being surveilled by someone above. The Eight Stars Dong Xiaosa took a step forward. "Everybody, even though Lin Ruofengs words sound ugly, they are not illogical. Quality over quantity. Plus, if there are too many of us, itll be more likely for the Zergs to surround us. I believe no one here would like to die in a colony of a few thousand Zergs. So, we have to recruit the best of the best. Those who would like toe with us on the strike will have to meet our requirements." "The nests location is still unclear, right?" At this point, what Zhang Shan hated most was being put through tests. He was ate bloomer, so what? Give him some time and whatever Moon and whatever stars would be trampled over by him. In fact, it was amazing how Zhang Shan had gotten to this level with mere months of training. Nobody had considered that as a problem, but almost everyone present had received training from a young age. "Hehe. No need to worry about that. I believe everyone has a certain level of understanding of Demon Ind. A freshwaterke sits right in the middle of the ind, and those of us from Moon think that the Queens nest is somewhere near theke. This is one of the Zergs characteristics. Also, our search has led us to conclude that the poption of the Zergs in caves nearer to theke is denser than those elsewhere." Atos had prepared for this speech. He went on to exin how the Queen Zerg required water when itid eggs, which was why theke was the most suitable ce to produce Zergs. Lin Ruofeng nodded. "We also found arge number of caves by theke and nned to clear them out. The Queens nest should be somewhere nearby. Its likely to be in the southern area of theke." "Even though the Zergs activities are weaker during the day, their bodies are able to absorb the suns energy, so there is a tendency for them to face the Sun. So we think that there is a high likelihood for it to be in the South." Milo nodded. At this point, Wang Zheng smilingly stepped forward and said, "Can I say something?" Lin Ruofeng nced at Wang Zheng and grinned. "My apologies, but Earthlings are not within the scope of consideration." Masasi of the Eight Stars frowned and spoke abruptly. "What do you have in mind, Wang Zheng? Feel free to speak your mind. We are all gathered here with the same goal in mind, and the more inputs, the better. No harm even if you say anything wrong." Lin Ruofeng squinted and smiled mockingly. Wang Zheng gently nodded. "I think the nest is by the sea." ..... Zhang Shan pped his forehead. Wanting to participate was good, but spouting nonsense was not. It was basic junior high knowledge that Zergs disliked seawater. How could the Queens nest possibly be by the sea? Meng Tians lips moved, but she did not speak. She looked doubtful. Wang Zheng did not seem like the type who would speak without thinking. Zhang Runan remained nonchnt. She was okay with whatever arrangement was made. Yuan Ye, too, pped his forehead. He wanted to speak, but he quickly remembered that he had just eaten Wang Zhengs food. He owed Wang Zheng one. The others were not so polite. The Martians were first to burst outughing. "HAHA! Not the best joke Ive heard all year, but definitely the best Ive heard this month." "How could anyone manage to tell a joke in such a serious time?" "Looks like someone left his brain at home." "Well, hes an Earthling, an odd talent, so you cant use normal logic." The Eight Stars could not hold back either. Atos chuckled softly. "Masasi, this is the Wang Zheng you were concerned about? Wowing the crowd to attract certain peoples attention?" Masasi shrugged. He was speechless. But then again, his eyebrows furrowed. His instincts told him that Wang Zheng would not resort to lowly tricks like that for attention. Milo looked serious. "Maybe hes looking for an out." But this was just a minor interruption. Nobody paid attention to what Wang Zheng had said. Instead, they began a serious discussion on how to form the most elite team. 16 Martians and 15 Moon people. They needed another 9 to form an elite troop of 40. There was a total of 86 people gathered here, which meant 46 of them had to be entirely excluded. But there was not much of a way. The Mars and Moon together indeed formed the main part of the team. For the other military schools, only their respective leaders could make the cut. The rest of them would definitely be brushed away. Milo was put in charge of the final stage of recruitment. She picked the strongest person each from the nine most influential colleges. It seemed like she was trying to give everybody a fair chance and at the same time involve the best of them all. The team was just formed when Wang Zheng suddenlyughed and said, "I maintain the same position as before. The nest is by the sea. Ares College intends to form a team tounch an attack. Those interested are wee to join us." Atos smiled. "What a clever little trick." Their movements here were bound to be watched by someone up above. Those who did not take any action would definitely receive a poor grade. Since they were not chosen to be part of the team to attack the centralke, forming another team and going in a different direction would not leave any bad impression even if it was the wrong way. Right and wrong was one thing, but action and inaction were different stories altogether. They were all clever people, and most people thought the same. When they heard Wang Zhengs call, some of those who didnt make it into the elite of 40 crowded over. Taking action would definitely give them some extra points. Still, there were many who remained unmoved. They did not think in the same way. They believed that if they could think of it, those who were watching them would have thought of it long ago. This would be tantly putting on a show, and nobody could be sure that those up there would not disapprove. Since they werent chosen to be in the elite team, they should just make surviving their main goal. If they were to do anything for bonus points, it would be to kill Zergs on the perimeter to diverge their attention and make it easier for the elite team. Every man had their own opinion, especially all these bright people present. But clever people often overthought things. Chapter 128: Eating is also a Superpower! Chapter 128: Eating is also a Superpower! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Yuan Ye was qualified to join the elite team. The strong Europa build and strength would be useful for the team, but he stood firmly by Sister Nan. Even though he didnt think that the nest was by the sea, it would still be romantic to take a walk and enjoy the sea breeze with Sister Nan. All of a sudden, he felt grateful towards Wang Zheng. This wingman scored on creativity. Seeing that Wang Zhengs side had gathered close to twenty people, Masasi said, "I dont make much of a difference around here. Why not let me go over with them to take a quick look?" Milo blinked and eventually agreed. "I have no objections if you want to join them. Anyway, Atoksi School of Warfare and Liviton Military school are expressing discontent because they havent been chosen." Lin Ruofeng smiled and said, "I have no objections either." The Martians could not be bothered at all. Nothing would change with Masasi gone, as their strength was more than sufficient. But seeing that Masasi was really headed to Wang Zheng, Carl rolled his eyes and said, "Idiot." Giving up an opportunity to earn merit on the good team and instead fooling around here, Masasi was way too irresolute. Lin Ruofengs eyes twinkled as he sized up Masasi and stopped Carl. Masasi went up to Wang Zheng and said, "I wonder if Im weed here." The rest were bewildered as to why Masasi would join them, but having another skilled person on the team was undoubtedly a good thing. "Of course, we wee a master any time." Wang Zheng put his arm out and shook hands with Masasi. They looked at each other and smiled, but those smile meant more than they seemed. While they were still chatting up on this side, the elite team of 40 had already formed up and was starting their journey towards theke. Wang Zhengs side, on the other hand, had formed a team of 23. The small number aside, their capability was far weaker. Yuan Ye and his three other teammates from Europa were also in the group. It was not the style of Europa Military School to abandon teammates. He could not bring himself to dump his three friends to earn merit on his own? Meng Tian stepped forward and said, "Since our team has been confirmed, lets have a round of self-introductions. Remember to include your strengths. Ill start. Meng Tian. From Earth. Ares College. Archery is my strong suit." "Zhang Shan. Ares College. Im good at closebat. Please look after me." "Wang Zheng. Ares. I know a little of everything. Hmm, consider my strength as closebat." A number of people grinned. What did it mean to be okay in everything? Was this some kind of Earth humor that was in trend? "Zhang Runan. Ares. Im good in strength and closebat." Not a single soul had dared to slight Zhang Runan when she opened her mouth to speak. On their very first day on the Moon, they had all seen her level of performance. She was a true person with Ability X. "Let me just add that Sister Nan has an Ability X. Im Yuan Ye, from Europa Military College. Strength is also my area of specialization, as well as closebat. I have sworn to be Sister Nans knight." Yuan Ye chuckled. The crowd snickered. To think that love had blossomed from a fight! "The three of us will do one introduction. Song Li, Zhao Wanxin, Qu Qiuzhi. Were from Europa Military College and we each specialize in long range shooting. Thats not applicable in this environment, but all of us are developing Ability X. We have a pretty developed Ability X when put together." The crowds eyes lit up. Ability X was not something you could get off the streets; only one in tens of thousands had it. Those who had aplete Ability X that could be developed were one in a billion. It was quite a feat that the three of them could produce aplete Ability X whenbined. "Masasi. Moon. Moonlight Academy. Not too bad at anything." Well, both had said that they were alright at everything, but it was obvious that everyone looked at him differently from Wang Zheng. They trusted him. As one of the Moons Eight Stars, he definitely had something. ... Very soon, all 23 were done introducing themselves. Just then, a head popped out from the side. "Wait! Dont forget about me!" Luo Fei squiggled his way in. "Ive thought about it. Its still safer for me to tag along with you." Yuan Ye was startled. "Where did you even go to?" He realized that he had not even noticed when Fatty Luo Fei had disappeared. And the way he reappeared was rather spooky too. "Answering natures call. I got too hungry and ate something wrong in thest two days. Had diarrhea. Dont talk about it anymore." "Damn. Introduce yourself then." Yuan Ye remembered his promise to look after this fatty. All eyes were on Fatty. What could he be useful for? Or was he just here to make up the numbers? "Right.. Hehe. Luo Fei, Zeus Academy. My strength... is being a fast runner considered a strength?" Luo Fei asked, scratching his head. "Yes, of course, yes. Were just short of someone with your skills. The task of baiting is yours!" Zhang Shan pped his thigh in joy. "Youve got to be kidding me. You cant be that harsh! One look and you know that I dont make for a good meal. The Zergs will not be interested ining after me." Fatty shook his head vigorously, but words spoken could not be retracted. It was evident that they were all in quiet agreement that he should be the bait. Soft, tender skin with lots of flesh; who else would the Zergs want to eat? The round of introduction had brought everyone closer together. Masasi smiled. "Since were now a team, I shall cut to the chase. Wang Zheng, what proof do you have that the nest is by the sea?" Now that they had recruited a team, it couldnt be all talk and no action. There had to be a goal or target to work towards. "Ive been eating Zergs flesh for the past two days. There is a vor of seawater in it. And the higher the level, the stronger the taste," Wang Zheng said, smiling. "You really ate....." "No kidding. Hows that thing edible? Its nauseating just to look at." "Damn. A talent you say? This is high level of gluttony." But regardless, Wang Zhengs reason was convincing. The Zergs were a race that evolved quickly. To enable the younger generations to adapt to seawater, it seemed likely that the Queen Zerg would build her nest near the sea. It was the Zergs nature to expand their territories no matter what. Being trapped on Demon Ind, the only way to expand was to conquer their fear of seawater. No other race or species was as ruthless and determined as the Zergs when it came to evolution. Meng Tian blinked and said, "Everybody, lets split into three groups ording to abilities. Attackers, defenders, and support. Those good at closebat shall be attackers, or Group A. Group members should include: Wang Zheng, Masasi, Yuan Ye, and Zhang Shan. Those good in long range battling shall defend. Group members should include: Adam. Group D for short. The rest shall be in Support, Group S for short. Supporting members should include: Song Li, Zhao Wanxin.... Anyments?" Everybody expressed agreement. Meng Tians way of grouping had taken into consideration all of their abilities. They were all suitably grouped. "All right. Now, lets talk strategy. First of all, we have to confirm that the nest is by the sea, then we will only have two problems to tackle: one, the exact location of the nest, and two, how to get inside it." "If it is indeed by the oceans, its likely itll be facing the Sun. It will definitely be in the south. We can only ascertain its exact location when we get to the southern beaches." Masasi hadpletely assimted into the team. "Thats right. I think so too. As for the second problem, I have a childish idea. The Zergs are highly hierarchical creatures. We can mask ourselves using the scent of a highly ranked Zerg to take out those guarding the nest. Get through them in top speed, and once were in the Queens nesting room, we will only have to deal with the Queens bodyguards. There usually will not be more than 10, so it will be rtively easy to take down," Meng Tian said. "So that means we should hunt for a highly ranked Zerg?" Zhang Shan scratched his head. Compared to going in head on, this method seemed easier but risky. "Lets get the Brainworm." Wang Zheng chuckled. A timely suggestion. "Brainworm... will that work?" In the ranking and order of Zergs, the Brainworm was only second to the Queen. But as long as it wasnt a Queen, it would have to work, and theyd have the chance to take him down. "Its feasible. The Brainworm does not usually stay in the nest; it has its own cave. As long as we do not rm the Zergs in the main nest, everything will be fine. The key is how to get to the Brainworm," Masasi added, ncing at Wang Zheng. "Leave that to us," the three musketeers from Europa chirped. "Ourbined Ability X is sensing and detecting. We can detect everything within a 150 meter radius. 300 meter radius gives us a blurry image, but with a target like the Brainworm, it should be easy to detect." Masasi was stunned. With this ability, they should have joined the Elite 40. If the Queens Nest was indeed by the centralke, this ability would shorten the time taken to find the nest. It seemed like it was their blessing in disguise. This old saying indeed held true. After havinge up with a strategy, the team quickly started on their journey to the southern beaches. They continued their discussion along the way, refined their strategies and tactics, and came up with emergency ns. They headed south in broad daylight. It was not that the Zergs were inactive, but that their scope and level of activity was smaller in the day. That was because they were "getting some sun" to replenish their energy. Going through their territories was still dangerous, as the Zergs would not let humans go just because they were "recharging". Every time a Zerg appeared, it was an opportunity for Yuan Ye to show his capabilities off. The physical tactics used by Europa men were wide and open, so it was indeed a good show of mens valiance when they killed. It was a pity that Zhang Runan did not even take a nce at him while the others pped and cheered. Zhang Shan was upset. His urge to kill was getting hard to resist. He wanted to attack first every time a Zerg appeared, but there was always someone a step ahead of him. Killing Zergs gave them points, so it was no wonder why everyone was vying to attack. Seeing that everyone was getting some action, Zhang Shans thirst to kill grew. He was able to feel his powers getting stronger after each and every battle, and that feeling, to him, this was more addictive than drugs. If he were to choose between a beauty and a thirst-quenching battle right now, his choice would definitely not be the woman. Chapter 129: Fatty Has Ability After All! Chapter 129: Fatty Has Ability After All! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Demon Ind was not very huge, they arrived at the southern beach after just two hours. There was no sand, only a messy mass of reef, stones, and pebbles. Enormous reefs peeked when the tides went down, forming a cluster of reef inds. The three Europa musketeers got to work. They stood in a triangle, hand in hand, and, using a unique method, joined powers to sense their surroundings and direct the team. Slightly further into their journey, Fattys expressions changed. All of a sudden, he stopped in his tracks and started crying out loud. "Ayo, hold up, hold up! Tummy ache, tummy ache! I need to answer natures call." Zhang Shan rolled his eyes. "Jackasses are full of sh*t. Hurry the hell up." "No, no, this is a big one. Itll take at least a half hour. Ive been starving thest couple days and may have eaten something bad. Why dont you guys go on ahead?" Fatty looked awful. His bright red face was dotted with beads of perspiration. Yuan Ye was stunned. How urgent or painful could taking a crap get? "Are you sure youll be OK going alone?" "No problem. I wont be able to bait the target given my current situation. Now, I have to find a ce to go. Dont follow me!" "Nobody wants to smell your sh*t." Zhang Shanughed in exasperation. This Fatty, fancy him talking about his crap as if it was a treasure hunt. Fatty leaving did not make much of an impact to the team. Moreover, his performance at the Tri-College Exchange was below average, so nobody had any expectations of him. Not too far ahead, the look in Meng Tians eyes changed. "Seems like weve entered their territory." Everyone looked at her. She was the core fighter, and the team naturally saw her as their leader. The three Europa musketeers looked at each other and concentrated. Momentster, their bodies tensed up. "The nest.... Is really here!" The atmosphere around the team suddenly turned tense. Although they hade in the name of exterminating the Zergs nest, no more than half of the team of 24 truly believed that the nest was by the sea. "Since weve arrived at our destination, lets camp here for the night to get some rest and make preparations. We will attack tomorrow," Wang Zheng said. Everyone heaved a sigh of relief. It was important to first get a clearer picture of thend formation and find the entrance to the nest. With the number of people they had, it was still rather safe. The team quickly split up to inspect their surroundings and build simple defense tools as a measure to deal with the usible Zerg attack at night. This was the Zergs nesting ce, so who knows how many of them would flock out. It was apparent that most people were nervous about this. It was hard to believe that Wang Zheng had made the right judgement. It seemed like Milos deductions were still erroneous, but nobody else other than Wang Zheng would even deduce the nests location using the vor of meat. Song Li and friends were still sensing their surroundings in an attempt to determine the nests location, but their abilities were weak and could only sense things intermittently. This type of sensing was unreliable. The caves entrance could not possibly be perfectly upright to give them a good picture. Furthermore, they were cautious not to make too much contact. The Queen Zerg had simr abilities and in fact could use it to control humans. As people with Ability X, this was allmon knowledge, especially for people with their type of ability. They most certainly could not bump heads with someone of greater power. "Wang Zheng, how sure are you about this?" Masasi asked. Since theyd made the right deductions, the next step would be to attack. But frankly, it was rather risky for their team. Even though many of those who came along were capable, it was not enough to defend against an influx of Zergs. "50-50," replied Wang Zheng. Before they saw any results, it was all 50-50. Meng Tian instructed the team to set up traps and warning systems. She did so expertly and systematically. One look and anyone could tell that she had a good foundation from training. "Like father like daughter." Masasiughed. He already knew of Meng Tians capabilities back at Ares, it was just that her capabilities were for something else, notmon battles. But in terms of personality, Meng Tian was no threat to Achilles and co. Someone with such poormunication skills could never be a leader. When everything was almost done, Fatty Luo Fei reappeared. He looked like a vagabond, with dirt all over him. "Hey, fatso, were you discovered by a Zerg in the middle of your business?" someone teased. "It was alright. I wanted to find a safe ce to relieve myself, but I ended up discovering a cave." Luo Fei shrugged helplessly. "Oh? Where?" Wang Zheng asked. Luo Fei pointed in the direction of the beach. "About 300 meters from here. There were 5 caves, and one of them seems to be the Queensir." "Fatso, youre not bragging, right? This is not something to be made light of," Yuan Ye chimed in. Luo Fei chuckled. "Out of the five caves, the leftmost cave had the messiest walls." "And that means that the number of Zergs entering and leaving is the highest. That should be the main caves entrance." Masasi nodded. Well, Luo Fei was one of the recognized IG core members. The crowd looked at one another. To think that this fatty had determined thendscape on his own! It seemed like this joke of a team had strong members after all. Both control rooms watched the two busy teams on their screens. Over at theke, Milos team had discovered a cave too. They even sensed the Queen Zergs presence. They too were going to strike the next day after theyd made sense of their surroundings. So far, with Milo and Lin Ruofeng in charge, the teams atmosphere was pretty positive and they were rather united. That was because everybody was highly skilled and they all shared onemon goal. Both Milo and Lin Ruofeng knew very well that they had nothing to vie for, just glory for their teams. Achilles and Lie Xin looked at each other. It was clear that they were going to win. Lear was powerful, but the men he used were weak. Other than Luo Fei, they seemed to be average and untalented, definitely not of much use. Even Raston and Taros men were in this team. In actual fact, if Luo Fei had wanted to join them, they would have agreed out of respect for Lear. Yet Luo Fei chose to follow others. It could only be said that he was of a different level of cowardice. How could Lear use someone like that? If it were others, fellows who made a single mistake would have been abandoned right away. As for Zergs attacking at night, it was not much of a worry for them. If they couldnt handle something like that, they didnt deserve to be in IG. There was nothing much to see, just waiting for them to strike the following day. As for Wang Zhengs side iming that theyd found the Queens nest using the Europa boys abilities, they remained doubtful. Nobody knew how urate an undeveloped ability was. But for the control room upstairs, the three generals had their eyes opened. "Is this considered genius?" "Determining Zergs location using taste. Interesting." "Milos sensing ability has grown stronger. With some proper guidance, she can be Achilles assistant." "It will be quite the show tomorrow. Well see which team is first to get there." The truth was, both the entrance by theke and by the sea led to the Queensir. Now it remained to be seen how the two teams entered. It also boiled down to luck. Nighttime was obviously not the time to rest. Arge number of Zergs were on the move, but now, both teams were in advantageous positions. Long range fighters, close range fighters, and even backups. They had a good battle with the Zergs. Having been reassured, the Zergs did not seem as scary as they used to. Back at Wang Zhengs team, Zhang Runan fought ferociously. The crowds jaws dropped to the ground as they watched her use the spear. With a unique set of attacks hidden in her fluid movements, she alone could take down a hundred. The four boys from Europa were solid. They covered for Zhang Runan, and the five of them working together were like a mobile shield. Highly powerful. This was definitely a pleasant surprise. The Europa group were all strength-type warriors. Their choices of weapon were unique too. They picked knives and shields instead ofser guns. With them around, there was no need for Zhang Runan to defend at all. With that, those who were ready to fight could only stand and watch. This was a team made in the heavens. Even Zhang Runan was taken by surprise. If it had been others, theyd have been harvested by Zergs, but with this group of five distracting the Zergs, the rest just had to fight to their best ability. Meng Tians arrows always arrived at the most crucial second, and every shot was fatal. When shot, the Zergs didnt even get to struggle, they just dropped dead instantly. It was important to note that Zergs had very strong willpower, so if the attacks on them were not fatal, they would still strike back. Even then, everyone battled for two hours before it came to an end. The Zergs stoppeding at them, but even then, they remained vignt. The core fighters rested for the war next day. Compared to them, the team at theke had a much easier time. They were all masters, and their attacks were astounding. The Zergs were destroyed within an hour. Of course, those who had chosen to remain at the same ce had a tougher time. The battle only ended after a good four hours. They hoped that the war would end, regardless which side ended it. Only then would they be able to pass this test. Eight students were eliminated on day three. Everyone woke when the first rays of the sun shone on them. They were in a good mood. It was day four and also the beginning of their retaliation. With their good performance the night before, they were highly confident. The first response they all had upon waking up was.... Mmmmm.... How fragrant! Luo Fei was first to get up. He couldnt help but salivate. There were five barbecue pits underneath the tree, and on each one were rows and rows of barbecued fish. "Ah, youre all up! Breakfast is ready," Wang Zheng chirped. "Wow! I shall not stand to courtesy! I want a full stomach even if I die, ha!" Luo Fei helped himself to a stick without a seconds hesitation. The others were hungry too, and one by one, they got up. They had all fallen asleep after midnight, and only Wang Zheng had remained vignt. He couldnt bear with the fatigue and hunger. "Arent you having some yourself, Wang Zheng?" Meng Tian asked. The group was devouring fish they normally wouldnt even nce at. They ate the fish with their skins and scales and even licked at whatever remained. Wang Zheng smiled and said, "I are long before this." "Not bad, Wang Zheng! We dont have to worry about getting hungry with you around. You shall be our fire boy." Yuan Ye chuckled. "What! Wang Zheng is our core yer. How could you even bring yourself to say fire boy?" Zhang Shan said, as he chewed on his food. There was definitely not enough food, and everybody knew that. "I shouldnt be eating for free. Let me check out the cavester this morning. I shall put these 70kg out to work!" Luo Fei announced, wiping his mouth. "Bullsh*t! Youre at least 80kg!" Zhang Shan spat. Chapter 130: Eliminating Brainworms Chapter 130: Eliminating Brainworms Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Masasi had not eaten well in the past few days. He did not like this type of food in the past, but the food tasted absolutely delicious to him now. "I inspected the cavest night and it was a standard low-grade ethnic cave", said Wang Zheng. Only now did everyone realise that a simple picture was drawn on the ground. "This cave is divided into three levels. The Queen Zerg is on the third floor, most of the Brainworms are found on the second, and on the first is abyrinth and some guards. It will be manageable as long as we lure the Zerg out." As Wang Zheng said that, the people around him looked surprisingly at one another while wondering to themselves how much work had been done by Wang Zheng the night before. Actually, Wang only spent a small amount of time at the cave before he headed to the seaside to catch fish. Because he felt the surprise in everyone, heughed and said, "I sprayed Zerg liquid on myself and was able to conceal myself for a while. However, since it didnt work while I was close to the area with Brainworms, I had to kill the Brainworms. Without them, the Queens defence will be reduced by half at least." Among the Zerg, the Queens did not have much battle capabilities and merely reproduced. The Brainworms actually held the most power. "We have an idea!" proimed Song Li. "Are you thinking of..... Its too dangerous!" Yuan Ye frowned. As long as it was within range, when an Ability X triggered, it would attract the Brainworms, and it was then when the Brainworms should be killed. "Brother, we have confidence. This is also a form of practice for us, but the Brainworms are very sly. You only have one shot at killing them once they show themselves, so Meng Tians archery skills have to be urate". "Once it shows itself, I will definitely not let it return alive", said Meng Tian. "These actions are full of peril, so you all must think about it carefully." Everyone around was aware that failure would mean elimination at most. However, as Ability X was tied to mental strength, as such, one slight moment of carelessness would lead to them bing an idiot. Song Li and two others exchanged looks and grit their teeth. "Since we have reached this point and us Europa Military College students are no wimps, lets do it!" "That is right, the three of us have faced resistance in this area, we can remind each other!" "We can do it!" It has to be said that the fire in everyones hearts were lit up and hope was evident. Everyone here except Meng Tian and Luo Fei were auxiliary and had ordinary abilities. They had rushed here and had not given up hope, and now they wanted to fight together. People began to move towards the entrance of the cave. The process of attracting the Brainworms was dangerous, so Song Li and the rest had to maintain a fairly defensive posture. The control they had to exert needed to be firm to ensure that the Brainworms would be attracted. In the control room, Meng Ao and two others frowned. "These guys are ying with a lot at stake here." Generally, when the participants faced life or death situations, they could employ the protection of their bracelets. But in this case, no protective measures could be adopted. "Thats more like how soldiers behave. These few guys are not too bad. The Europa Military College has been rising quickly over thest few years, and their students have been performing very well. It was true that due to political factors, Europa had a tiny voice in the sr system. However, their production of machine-like warriors was by far the best, and they were known for their courage and having no fear of death. This could be seen from the students styles, in their willpower. "As the saying goes, the diamond cannot be polished without friction, nor can a man be polished without trials. These three fes deserve extra credit for having the courage to try." The three people nodded. On the battlefield, there was no perfect strategy, and much effort was required. To have fifty percent odds was already not too bad. With the ambush, defense, and sniper teams all ready, Song Li and the two others nced at each other and their abilities were aligned. Not long after, their bodies shivered and their expressions turned grave as if they were battling the Brainworms. Thankfully, these Brainworms were bred and therefore were rtively less wild. The three of them were suffering, but they held on. Luo Fei quietly lied on the ground and whispered, "The worm is beginning to move and is headed towards us at a low speed." The slow speed was due to the fact that they wanted to follow the worm at a slow pace in order to guarantee the sess of attracting them. "300 meters to go," Luo Fei continued. There was no one joking anymore, because everyone had felt the shuddering of the ground. People understood now that those who were powerhouses had the capabilities to do something. Yuan Ye was worried about his three buddies. Song Li and the two others had pale faces, and evidently it was their first time in such a battle. Wang Zheng kept quiet, but he could clearly feel the battle between Song Li and the Brainworms. It was a bizarre situation. Ever since he had received training for the Five Elements and coupled with his previous epiphany, there seemed to be something close to him and yet he could not grab it. ording to Bonehead, the secondyer of the Primordial Regression Technique was an immaterial force which could not be fathomed. It could have involved secrets from the Rand Empire. Only when super soldiers understood it could there be progression to the next level. Now that Wang Zheng had a clear direction, the secondyer should be about mankinds Ability X. However, evidently, the methodology employed by the Rand Empire was convoluted, resulting in their human genes being eliminated from them. Wang Zheng appeared stunned and was immersed in the middle of this battle. Zergs loved human brains as they discovered the ability of human brains to evolve. This was also the power of humans and the reason for their ce in the universe, while Zergs underwent evolution phagocytically. Legend had it that Zergs managed to metamorphose in the past but failed to reach the peak. Without a doubt, Zergs had a strong desire towards the strengths of other species and thus the Brainworm was born. A bunch of worms suddenly appeared around them. As they were too far, Meng Tian did not shift her vision and was oblivious to it. Despite being in the best position, she was still too far by about a hundred meters. This distance was not fine since theser could not hit. Aser attack could not kill the Brainworms. Once it was fired, there would be protection by other worms, and the Brainworms would not appear again after retreating. The three of them were defending mightily as the Brainworms were greedily invading their mental world. Meng Ao and two others were observing the situation. Compared to the physical attacks from the direction of the Milo and Lin Ruofeng, this was more interesting and insightful, but also more dangerous. "It is slightly dangerous." "Weird, there should be movement from Wang Zheng. This kid might be poorer atmanding. How could he nk out at such a key moment?" Wang Zheng, on the screen, was stunned and was holding his hands together, as if he was very concerned about the ongoing battle. "He is reaffirming the rhythm of battle. Although his sense is good and his technique is fine, his ability to improvise on the spot is slightly poor. However, there is not much that can be done to help this." Meng Ao let out a sigh of relief. The three of them had Wang Zhengs detailed information in their hands. The biggest problem with Wang Zheng was that he did not possess Ability X! This was also a point that the three generals overlooked. They discovered too many wonderful qualities on Wang Zheng, but in the world today, people without Ability X were faced with a huge bottleneck. It was not possible for someone without the ability to grasp battle situations urately and thus he could not be amander in the future. Ones capability determined their horizon. At this time, the color of Song Lis face began to change, his mouth began to bleed, and his eyes began to blur. "Not good, Song Li will not be able to hold on much longer. Do we attack?" said Yuan Ye anxiously. "No, the Brainworms have not entered the range of attack!" Meng Tian shook her head and was so calm that some might consider her to be aloof. In this life-and-death situation, Yuan Ye was biting his teeth, and the Brainworms could feel their weakness. Therefore, they improved the pace of their footsteps. There was about twenty meters, but this distance felt like the distance of the gateway to hell. Zhao Wanxin and Qu Qiuzhi started to assist with sharing the pressure. However, their reparation skills were subpar and they looked clueless. Meng Tian knew about this, but in such a situation, the only option was to give up. Wang Zheng felt this invisible confrontation. The Five Elements was a feeling between materiality and nothingness. After training, he could feel that, but he did not know how to insert himself, because he did not possess Ability X. Using what Bonehead said, the first step to be a super soldier was to be awakened. "We have to give up!" said Masasi calmly. This was no longer a risky affair, there was no chance anymore! At this moment, Wang Zheng ced his hand on Song Lis shoulder/ Yuan Ye, who was beside them, wanted to stop him, but he failed. At this time, no one ought to have approached. Someone mentally vulnerable would be attacked by Brainworms and could jeopardise the rhythm of the group. The three generals looked at each other. They realised that it was not very wise and it was a huge mistake. Masasi and Meng Tian froze, while Luo Feis tiny eyes shed. They did not think Wang Zheng would make an unwise move at this time. However, a strange change happened. The three of them, who were about to be lost, regained their energy magically, and their pale faces started blushing again. The Brainworms appeared to have gone mad and wanted to retreat desperately. Their bodies, however, went forward uncontrobly. The worms surrounding the Brainworms were confused and did not know whether to proceed or retreat. A ray of chilly light illuminated the sky, and everyone felt a biting chill. The Brainworms shivered and lumped together, while the other worms fled. Zhang Runan and Zhang Shan immediately rallied the others and rushed forward. Zhang Runan acted like a boss and single-handedly dragged the Brainworms while others were behind her. It was a rather domineering situation. After seeding, everyone started to leave quickly. After all, waiting for the worms to recover was rather troublesome. Luo Fei quietly scattered what looked like liquid from the worms along the way. Although Song Li and the two others had pale faces, it did not seem like anything too serious. In fact, the three people were quite curious what had happened. "D*mn, even this was sessful? I thought we were done for. Wang Zheng, you are too brave. Your act could have led to disturbances which couldve even identally caused you to be crazy!" Yuan Ye loudly said. He was slightly angry, and this immaturity couldve put someone in harms way. "Brother Ye, at first we could hold no longer. Once Wang Zheng put his hand together with us, we suddenly recovered. It was rather bizarre!"ughed Song Li, who had energy tough about the situation. This battle provided invaluable experience to the three of them. "You have Ability X?" Everyone was surprised, including Masasi, who felt strange. Chapter 131: Single Arrow Sealing! Chapter 131: Single Arrow Sealing! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng shrugged. "No, but I could sense the danger, so I decided to lend a helping hand. Thank God it was sessful!" To participate in IG, one had to go through many tests. People with Ability X could not hide it. At most, it was split between strength and power. The three generals looked at each other and did not know what to say. Was this unconventional situation attributable to luck? "He does not have Ability X?" "Do you think our equipment is wrong? I believe this kid is in a state of half awakening and is of poor quality. However, he is the type with plenty of potentialter on, which is very rare." "People who do big things in life require a tinge of luck!" Meng Ao nodded. This times sess was due to luck, and the three of them were surprised in the process. After the victory, Meng Tians contributions were not neglected. That arrow was rather fearsome and directly took a life. The chilly energy they felt was Meng Tians ability. It was no wonder she was chosen as amander. The others who were initially unsatisfied with the selection realized that it was very hard to deal with any of the chosenmanders. Now it was the time to wait for the next step in the attack ns. Song Li and two others required rest and could no longer take part in the attack. However, with the Brainworms dead, the probability of sess was much higher. Meng Tian decided to join the attack amidst the chaos. There would be no shot at victory if they waited for the queen to react. Although it was disgusting, when people saw Meng Tian spray brainworm liquid on herself, the others had nothing to say since this girl was sturdier than other guys. The team set off. Song Li and the two others had not recovered from the previous battle, so this battle would be more dangerous. "What did you feel just now?" "The sea." "The sun." Zhao Wanxin and Qu Qiuzhi said that during Wang Zhengs moment of contact, they felt a steady stream of energy provided to them. It was as if they had found a weapon. "Song, what did you feel?" Among the three of them, Song Lis skills were of a higher level. Song Li smiled. "The Milky Way....." What kind of person was Wang Zheng? This feeling was indescribable to outsiders. It obviously had horrifying power, but at the same time, it felt ethereal. Because this feeling was abnormal, it could be an illusion because Wang Zheng did not have Ability X. Wang Zheng and the 21 others in his group had already walked into the nest. They asionally saw Zerg around them, but they turned a blind eye to them; some were even scared of Wang Zheng and the others. The participants of this team did not think they could actually kill a Queen Zerg. On one hand, they could not stand the contempt of people from the Moon and the Martians, and on the other hand, they wanted to do something, and it was pointless to sit around waiting. Who would have thought that they would have the opportunity to kill the Queen Zerg now? Although they were walking around Zergs, everyone had more confidence now. Although they were using the Brainworm liquid as cover, everyone had to breathe quietly. The Sickle Zergs maze did not have much effect on Wang Zheng. To put it simply, the structure of a low-standard worm was rather simple. As a space physics researcher with a strong grasp onplex spatial concepts, this was somewhat paediatric. It was only about who had the ability to think of the application of space physics in this area. People followed Wang Zheng as hisposure had provided others with confidence. When they quietly went to the second level, everyone could not help but feel a sense of relief. By continuing down, they would enter the Queen Zergs territory, and their sess or failure would be determined in this stage. There was no going back at this point; either they killed the Queen Zerg or they would be finished here. Masasi smiled as he had unknowingly ended up at this stage too. Actually, it was not wise to do so, but he could not keep from walking faster. There was a desireing from within C a desire to try. Standing in front of the cave entrance, Wang Zheng felt the beating of hearts. It was not theirs but the Queen Zergs. He clearly knew that the Queen Zerg was inside. The three generals waited patiently. No one had ever employed such a dangerous and bizarre tactic. One small, careless mistake could result in falling into a ce with no return. On the other hand, the tactics employed by the other side was clear C attract the Zerg out for destruction, attack while progressing, defend while retreating. But progress here was evidently much faster. Although they had arrived at the nest of the Queen Zerg, was the situation really as they thought it would be? Wang Zhengs mood changed a little. There was an ominous feeling in his heart. It was at this time that the whole cave started shaking. Luo Fei clinged to the wall with a huge shift in his expression. "This is not good, the Zergs are headed towards us." "Meng Tian, Runan, Masasi, and I, the four of us will charge in. The rest stay here and guard the entrance of the cave. Make full use of the time we have!" Right after he said that, Wang Zheng rushed in and the three others followed him without hesitating. Wasnt Meng Tian the person that the people thought was the leader? At this time, nobody was fussy anymore. Zhang Shan shouted out loud, "Brothers, whether or not we progress will depend on this fight!" "Defensive group, stay in front. Dont hold back! Whether we live or die, we have to fight to the end!" Yuan Ye roared loudly and charged forward himself. In this critical moment, being decisive was key, and there should be no fussing over anything else. Aser sounded. There was no retreat at this point, and they could only strongly defend within the given terrain. Zerg caves were all brightly lit. This was not due to the ore but a substance secreted from their bodies. In the foggy cave, a huge Zerg was exuding glittering green light over thousands of meters away in the distance. Around him was a group of fortified Zergs with sickles. The Zergs red at them. When the Queen Zerg let out a shrill scream, all surrounding Zergs came rushing out. There were hundreds of enhanced Zergs, and even more of them climbed out from eggshells on the ground. They rushed towards them as well. "I will lead from the front. Masasi, you stay on the left, Runan on the right, Meng Tian in the middle. We will help to push in. The remainder will depend on you!" Wang Zheng pulled out two alloy knives, Zhang Runan took out an alloy spear, Masasi took out his alloy knife as well, while Meng Tian had a bow in her hand. The following action was to rush towards the oing bunch of Zergs. Masasisser and Meng Tians arrows wereunched at the same time, and about seven or eight Zergs fell immediately. Zhang Runan and Masasi were tasked to protect both wings while staying on the move at the same time. Long-ranged attacks could stop the Zergs from advancing; however, the Zergs were not afraid of dying. The four of them continued charging forward quickly but only managed to progress by two hundred meters. They were approaching melee range. Dealing with the enhanced Zergs required extra effort and greater rhythm. Zhang Runan roared loudly and white rays came out from her alloy spear. Masasis alloy knife did not appear to have any change. However, cutting through Zergs was like cutting through beancurd. Strange light was glowing out of his alloy knife, and the body of the knife was trembling. Wang Zheng led from the front with both of his knives dancing in the air. The bunch of Zergs did not think that the team of humans could still progress at such a fast pace when facing them. The Queen Zerg felt threatened and let out an ear-piercing scream. Although the Zergs were dying quickly, Wang Zhengs group stopped moving forward. The Zergs behind were greater in amount, but they would eventually be swarmed to death. Wang Zheng roared rather softly. White rays wereunched and tens of Zergs fell. Flying knife! Each knife could pierce through numerous Zergs. Zergs with greater strength were stuck on the wall, and the distance between them and the Zergs chasing them grew. Zhang Runan roared loudly, "We will hold the ground, you guys rush ahead!" Right after that, her stature started shrinking. Masasi also gave up on progressing and stood next to Zhang Runan, protecting them from both nks. However, this method of killing was not feasible. Wang Zheng suddenly grabbed Meng Tian and said, "Ready!" Meng Tian froze, and right after, her body, like an arrow released from a bow, wasunched towards the Queen Zerg. White rays flew out from the bow in all directions towards the Zerg, causing them to crumple. She was like a fairy archer, the alloy arrows gracefully flying towards the Queen Zerg. However, when she was at the highest point, she did not shoot any more arrows. Instead, a blinding, silver light could be seen gathering in Meng Tians hands. At this point, everyone could feel a chilling energy. Zeng! A single silver arrow flew towards the Zerg... It was like a silver cannonball flying towards them. BOOM! At that point, time seemed to have stopped as the Queen Zerg and Zergs surrounding her froze. Ability X C Frost Seal. Meng Tian lost all her energy after employing her Ability X, so she started falling from the sky. Wang Zheng rushed from the side with full speed and caught the falling Meng Tian. Meng Tian had a pale face, but she smiled as she said, "We won." Wang Zheng wanted to answer her, but he heard a shout by Masasi. Once the Queen Zerg died, the other Zerg would not put up a defense. However, the Queen Zerg would explode before dying. Boom! A wave of explosions urred, and Wang Zheng ced Meng Tian beneath him to divert the shocks. Wang Zheng felt dizzy; it felt like his brain was knocked by a hammer. What was this, he wondered to himself. Meng Ao had a dignified expression on his face. On one hand, he was proud of his daughter, while on the other hand, he was surprised. This Queen Zerg was secretly evolving! Amon Queen Zerg would not be able tounch such an attack. The group of people outside did not escape, but they had been pushed to the caves entrance. They were on the brink of death, but the Zerg started to retreat after the explosion. Could it be...? Yuan Ye and the others were in disbelief! Meng Tian felt that Wang Zheng had lost his energy. She was shocked and quickly hugged Wang Zheng while tears rolled out of her eyes. Zhang Runan and Masasi rushed over. Masasi had more experience and ced his palm on Wang Zhengs forehead. "Everything should be alright, right? This is all because of my carelessness!" said Meng Tian. Masasi had a strange expression. Zhang Runan muffled, "Why is this guy so fickle?" When Masasi saw Zhang Runan, he turned away before saying, "He should be fine..." "My head got knocked hard and I almost died of suffocation." Wang Zheng took in arge breath of air as he regained consciousness without making sufficient psychological preparation. Masasi shrugged helplessly and said, "You are so fortunate. Even after taking a blow from the Queen Zerg, you can still joke." "Maybe its this hug that is making me ufortable and so I am reluctant to die,"ughed Wang Zheng. Meng Tian could not stay calm anymore and pushed Wang Zheng aside. Wang Zheng shrieked as he was tossed aside. "Do you have any humanity? Why are you treating an injured person like that?" Chapter 132: Atlantis Mech Warrior Chapter 132: Antis Mech Warrior Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The others rushed inside, and upon seeing the Queen Zergs body, cheered loudly. "Runan, are you alright?" Yuan Ye asked as he ran over gantly. At this moment, Zhang Runan had been restored to normal. Although she still had a cold attitude, no sarcasticments were made. "Just a flesh wound, Im alright." "What an exciting battle!" "Atst, the few talented people who were able to break the mold." "It seems like well need to beef up our remaining selections, or these children will underestimate us! Hahahaha." The three generals were very happy, but Meng Ao was the happiest. Meng Tians performance helped put him in better standings with others. Meanwhile, in the observation room downstairs, Lear and the others could not believe it. The battle on the other side was still going on, but the battle on this side had already ended. These people now understood why Lear had taken notice of Meng Tian. A very strong freezing ability coupled with being an excellent archer. In this era, wheresers were the main weapon, what good was a bow? Ordinary archers are naturally useless, but Ability X users were on apletely different level. When they used special mech warriors, they had the ability to convert the entire energy shield in to a cloud. This was the real terrifying area of Meng Tian. This was amander. A little distance away, a fat man secretly came climbing out from the ground. From the group that just got eliminated, he was the sole survivor. This was without a doubt a great victory, but Student Wang did not stay on Demon Ind. At the conclusion of the battle, he was rushed to another location for emergency treatment. This ce was the Demon Inds sister ind, Paradise Ind. It was a vacation destination with a medical sanctuary. Wang Zheng was helpless. He felt that the impact of the Brainworms wasnt a problem, but Su Yan seemed to be very serious. Meng Tian and the others also strongly requested a thorough inspection to prevent any seque. After arriving at Paradise Ind, Student Wang was repeatedly treated. Why did this feel more like a medical examination? After the medical examinations, the doctor stated that there were no problems and he was in good health. All he needed was some rest and everything would be okay. Compared to such afortable environment, he much preferred the lively bug habitat. But since they were here, might as well take it east and wait to be notified. Upon checking the news, they received a video message from Tyrant Su. "Boss, regarding that matter...nothing much actually. I just wanted to ask if you had some time. Could you reply to my message if you are free?" The message was left a few days ago. It could be seen that Yan Xiaosu was a little bit anxious. Upon answering, Yan Xiaosu looked surprised. "Boss, youre free now?" "I guess so, been resting the whole day. You were looking for me regarding something?" "Boss, are there any ces near you that can ess CT? If there are,e on to y two battles. Were under a contract, so you have to y at least once a month, but if it is too much trouble, then its fine." Although Yan Xiaosu did not express it, it could be seen on Solons side that they were under pressure. The list of challenges to Skeleton had gotten very long, and it consisted of a lot of influential yers. Having dragged on for so long, he couldnt stand the pressure anymore. Solon was so anxious that he had blisters in his mouth every day. The initial agreement was to fight five battles. On CTs side, the preparatory investments were already made. Everything was ready, only Skeleton was left. Wang Zheng nodded his head and answered with a simple "Yes." SEED Sports Club on the Moon had no inte cafes, so if you wanted to y CT, you had to go to the sports club. The local people regarded CT as a new sport, not a game. The number of people in the club who yed CT wasnt small, but the locals valued privacy, thus every CT room was by itself. When Wang Zheng opened a CT room, the voice of the female lunar waitress was as sweet as cakes, but she was chased out of the CT room. CT Company. "Skeleton is online!" A hoarse voice broke the calm atmosphere of thepany. But no one paid any attention. The next moment, the entirepanys activities sped up. Solon, having just received confirmation of the date from Yan Xiaosu, also jumped out from the office. It was as if he was suddenly twenty years younger. He started to shout, "Hurry! Release it ording to the nned schedule." Asia CT System News: Skeleton is online! Clear channel 1 immediately, start the live broadcast. This was the highest treatment from CT. Only in the professional league would the CT channel be used for live broadcasts. The advertisement banners on the CT interface were totally reced by the message. Those that were waiting for the matchmaking system to ce them immediately cancelled their queues upon seeing the news update. Who would want to y at this time?! Everyone was rushing to watch the god y! Although there were yers that had already found a match and were selecting their mecha and map, they immediately conceded the game upon seeing the system notification. So what if their points would be deducted? Skeleton hade online, and what could be more important that this? This was going to be a visual and technical feast! "Hello, everyone, I am professional caster Young Deer. I am here once again, and as all of you know, Bubbly Foam is getting ready. Those who wish to see the beautifuldy will have to be patient. Haha. Since thest battle against Mars, Skeleton has been missing for a long time. Seems like our Skeleton god has been away to practice. I am really looking forward to this!" Young Deer suddenly appeared on channel 1. It appeared as if something was not right. There were various calls under the channel. "Oh my god, is this the super trash-talking Deer? When did he change genders?!" "Suspicious!" "Did you forget your medicine today?" "Wrong, you definitely ate your medicine today!" Young Deer turned a deaf ear to these cries. "Recently, some people said that I am an entertainingmentator. Okay, I admit it. I am being an entertainingmentator, as per my job." A female dressed in a police mecha pilot uniform suddenly appeared in the middle of the channel. "Hello, everyone! Sorry to have kept you waiting. I was working in the police station and arrived herete, please forgive me. I am Bubbly Foam. At the same time, Rainbow of the Skeleton Corps came online with a smile. It was a perverted smile, but he quickly became serious. "These are not the run-of-the-mill opponents." This typical discussion immediately was returned by a burst of ridicule. Yao Ailun was crazy. Whenever Skeleton came online, it was time for the Skeleton Corps to feast. The built up pressure was released in a breath. "No matter how strong the opponents are, I believe that a miracle will happen." "Skeleton! Victory ho!" The Skeleton Corps shouted their war cries. As the Skeleton Crops grew, Skeleton became more and more their spiritual pir. A lot of times the audience would cosy as Skeleton in battle. "F*ck, could these people be any more shameless!?" Rainbow suddenly cursed. Inside channel 1, there was all sorts of ridicule of the goddess voice. "Bubbly Foam, abandon Little Red Noob. I am the one true male god." "Bubbly Foam, please send me a selfie of you in a bath towel." "Bubbly Foam, I want to be your bath towel." "Young Deers career description: I want to be your bath tow-...." Bam, someone was kicked out of channel 1. Young Deer took the opportunity and flicked his fingers, kicking out those two who had made fun of him. It was a good feeling. "Back to the main issue. Our long-awaited Skeleton god is back. Lets see who the challengers are." Bubbly Foam nodded. "Yes, Ive casted several of his diamond-tier games. Shadow of Antis won because of his racial advantage. As long as he has the Antis mech, this battle will be a one-sided steamroll. "Yes, the racial advantage of the Shadow of Antis. Looking at his ID, everyone would think that he was a mixed heritage of Antian and human, because he is able to use the special mech of Antis. Oh, the officials have also configured a video presentation. Let us see if the strengths of the Shadow of Antis will be enough to challenge our Skeleton God, heh heh." Young Deers mouth was spouting ttering words. The audiences was a little uneasy. Had he thrown in the towel already? Under Skeletons powerful skill, yielding was natural. But the problem was, this old Deer was a troublemaker! This was a conspiracy! Hiss! The screen shed with sparks and two mecha appeared in front of everyones eyes. One of the special mech had all the parts of its node emitting a ring of blue, a typical feature of Antis mechs. "The mech emitting the blue rays is the Shadow Executioner MK III of Antis. His opponent is the Team FN Bourbon Main Road, something that everyone is familiar with, led by the world ss yer, Swiss Army Knife," Bubbly Foam exined. At this moment, the two mecha were locked in fierce closebat. Fluid movements, all kinds of footwork, dodges, giant swings, all at the same time. A full ten seconds passed and not a single scratch on either side. It was sensational inside of channel 1. What kind of person was FN Bourbon Main Roads Swiss Army Knife? He had another title that others were familiar with: "The man that even kings feared to touch". The kings on the thrones didnt wish to meet this opponent. The reason why he was in the diamond tier was because he had only yed in the training mode, not matchmaking. It wasnt like he had never been on the throne, but rather the system had automatically impeached him due to him not having yed a matchmaking game in over a month. In the video, the speed of the Swiss Army Knifes mech suddenly increased. Its movements changed and it struck at all angles of Shadow of Antis. "Is this a trick of Swiss Army Knife?" Three-hundred-and-sixty-degrees attack, a godly skill that could take on five others opponents at the same time. It was a vicious move, and five mecha could have been destroyed by it. Looking at this battle, the rhythm was getting crazy. A machine roared out inside the channel. FN Bourbon Corps had a trick up their sleeve, and Swiss Army Knife was the core of it. Under this situation, how was Shadow of Antis going to deal with it? Everyone was sure that if the officials were to post the final results now, it wouldnt be a loss for Shadow of Antis. However, facing Swiss Army Knife was a death sentence in itself, so how was Shadow of Antis going to handle this? The Shadow Executioner MK III started moving and also increased in speed. Suddenly, the mech blurred. BANG, the next moment it was behind Swiss Army Knife. Another mech simr to the Shadow Executioner MK III appeared. At the same time, there was another Shadow Executioner MK III rushing at Swiss Army Knife. Two Shadow Executioner MK III looking the exact same yet performing totally different actions. It was clear that one of them was an illusion, but the problem was telling which one was real. Be it the naked eye or sensor instruments, nothing was clear. Chapter 133: Trashy Deer Chapter 133: Trashy Deer Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Afterimage Kill, this is the Antis Mechs special skill," Bubbly Foam exined after it was disyed. However, was it useful? A 360 degree sh had no blind angle, moreover, it could both attack and defend. Let alone two mechs, even if there were five mechs, the result would be the same under the attack. Both the Shadow Executioner MK IIIunched their attacks simultaneously. Swiss Army Knife exerted the Death Slice while defending, but at the next moment, the two Shadow Executioner MK III suddenly exchanged their positions. No one could see what happened as it happened as quickly as a sh of lightning. All they could see were two Shadow Executioner MK IIIs suddenly bing one, then it turned and left only a view of its back. mes leapt to the sky with a huge noise. Shadow of Antis WIN! Swiss Army Knife exploded, the attack all came to nothing, and the defense didnt do anything either. Mysterious but powerful, this was the power of an Antis Mech. "It was energy! Energy attacks are what Anteans are best at. Moreover, Swiss Army Knife made a mistake; he shouldnt have defended and instead should have used all his strength to attack. In that way, he might have still stood a chance... You guys thought I would say he should change mech to win? Impossible, haha, its an honour if you can leave a mark on a Shadow Executioner MK III! " Old Deer insulted without any warning. The challenger was exceptional, and Shadow of Antis was very famous in the CT world. He could have been sitting on the throne, but he was too strong when he used the Antis mecha, so much so that when he reached the Diamond division, no one wanted to y with him. It was only eptable if he abandoned the use of the Antis Mech. It was kind of unfair, as the difference between Antis mecha and Human mecha was like driving a manual-transmission truck and driving an automatic sports car. Besides all the unexpected special abilities, Antis mecha could even correct the drivers piloting. Even if the driver was a newbie, he could be a master in no time. It was like a cheat in the CT world. However, even in the CT world, humans were not able to use Antean mecha, and the Anteans were not that interested in CT. Even if they were to y, they usually yed inside the Antis Republic and rarely went to humans region. Moreover, the so-called cheat was meaningless towards them. Every Antean was elite, and the reason why Shadow of Antis was considered shameless was because he didnt inherit the excellency of Antis even though he had one fourth Antean lineage. He was short and chubby, and even the worst student in any military school could beat him silly in one hundred out of one hundred rounds. The problem was that in the CT world, with the Antean lineage he had and using the special features of Antean mecha, Shadow of Antis could easily use a variety of top battle skills as well as all the special techniques. Even in the real world, Anteans still had series of restrictions when using these special techniques, but in CT world, he could have it all just by starting his mech. Abusing such a "cheat" was quite bad, but there was no way around it. No one wanted to y with Shadow of Antis due to the "cheat", so he disappeared for a while, and now he came out again. Even violent masters didnt want to y against Swiss Army Knife, and Shadow of Antis had the BUG that had beaten a master like a newbie. How could Young Deer not be happy? "Skeleton is in a bit of trouble. We all know Skeleton is best at his speed and techniques, but now he has an opponent faster than him, and the techniques... Well, we all know the special feature of the Antis mech, the techniques mean nothing. However, we should trust the great Skeleton, he is the true god," "He will use the Wargod No. 1 to prove that Antis is just a loser you can beat with your eyes closed. I believe in him!!" Young Deerughed. He had learned how to use irony. People called him "Trash-talking Deer"? Now he would stop trash-talking people. Instead, he built an icon and shot it down. At this time, everyone understood that this old trash-talking Deer was being sarcastic and manipting Skeleton not to change his mech. Suddenly, Trash-talking Deer got attacked by the crowd. "Old Deer, are you challenging my IQ? How about I go and smash your window?" "Old Deer, stop dreaming. Antis is nothing!" In CT cabin, Wang Zheng also watched this video, with some exnation from the CTpany. Solon had done well. The opponent was a rare, mix-blooded Antean, the mech was Antis Shadow Executioner mech. One could only use this special mech if he had Antean lineage. This opponent was unusual. Antean mecha had always been very mysterious, and there were a lot of legends about them. Watching them was like seeing the legends bing true. It was like magic, mysterious but powerful. It was the era of interster great voyages, despite the powerful military and strong desire to expand, humans chose to negotiate when facing Antis, which was just a single star. Wang Zheng smiled. He had heard of Antean mecha before. This amount of lineage might not be enough to drive a real mech, but it was more than enough in CT. The existence of Antis was extremely mysterious, and it yed an important role of helping human mecha to develop. But as Antis once said, they had always been imitated but never been surpassed. The opponent was ready, and he chose the Shadow Executioner MK III, the most developed conventional mech of Antis. Wang Meng chose the Wargod No.1 confidently and hit "confirm" quickly. "He made his decision! Skeleton chose Wargod No.1 and confirmed. I am moved!" Old Deer smiled very sneakily. He believed Skeleton would definitely fall in front of the legend of the undefeatable Antean. Bubbly Foam frowned, and her worrying face softened the whole of channel 1. "I still believe Skeleton can create a miracle again." "Hehe, equate Skeleton with miracles? Im a stubborn person, so just as I said, you will all be disappointed sooner orter." In the channel, the MIK milk box stickers flooded the screen with blinking words: dedicated to Young Deer. Young Deer, go drink your milk! Young Deer, does your mom know you are so badass? ording to the background data of channel 1, the amount of audience members was 131 and the number of people sending the milk box stickers was 260, and it was still going up. After he had disappeared for a while, peoples enthusiasm for him was kind of unbelievable. This sticker was customised for the channel. Each one costed one dor to send once, and Young Deer could receive some constion prize. But who could understand the feeling of receiving a prize by getting sneered at? More importantly, the constion prize was only a total deal of 5,000 dors. Young Deer wasnt a beggar. Young Deer shrugged. "Laugh at me! Laugh at me however you want. Nowadays, you would get criticised for telling the truth. Im not afraid, because what I said was the truth. Im not trashing the Skeleton god. The Wargod No.1 should be known as a the No. 1 true god! Wait and see. Well, Skeleton might catch a cold sometime. Its inevitable to make a mistake every once in a while." Though saying that, he didnt dare to predict Skeleton would lose before everything became clear. He had eaten his milk box twice, and if he did it again, it would be a huge joke for his whole life. No matter how much money they gave him, he just wouldnt do it again. On Earth, on some ind on the Pacific Ocean, a chubby teenage boy was getting ready. He was Shadow of Antis, with one fourth Antean lineage. Normally, Anteans did not intermarry with human beings, but there was always exceptions, and he was one of them. However, he was not recognised by Antis, thats the reason why he stayed on the Earth. He didnt inherit the physical strength of Anteans, and the small percentage of lineage was useless on the Earth. The only ce he could bring his lineage into y was in CT. If the professional scene didnt ban the use of Antean mecha, he wouldnt be so gloomy. Skeleton was really popr recently, and his interest now was to beat the really popr ones. To beat them and see the looks of despair on their fans faces was an enjoyment to him. His target was to be the strongest shadow in the CT world. He would beat anyone who was popr. Being an uncrowned king was definitely better than being the king on the throne. The king had to put on a ttering smile when meeting him. You are the king, I will be the Shadow Pope. What a shame that people stopped ying with him before he seeded. Every time he appeared, the high level game would ban the use of Antean mecha, he couldnt even get a match. Maybe it was because he hadnt appeared for too long, but Skeleton didnt set the restriction this time. The reason why he didnt beat Skeleton in the very beginning was because he wanted to build up his poprity. With millions of people watching the live show, it was time for him to make a move. After he blinked his eyes, the chubby teenage boy sipped his energy drink, which could boost his energy in the short term, before climbing into the CT cabin. "UV1 battle record, 51 wins, 3 loses, entered Diamond 5 with crazy victory rates. His only 3 losses were caused by using human mecha due to the restriction of Antean mecha required by the opponents." Bubbly Foam continued introducing the challengers information. "Yeah, if we only look at the record, he is much stronger than Skeleton," Young Deer said easily. The crowd started to shout and curse. "A pig can also win using the Antean mech!" This time Young Deer replied, "Are you trying to say Skeleton isnt even as good as a pig?" "Little chicken, are you trying to bicker with me? You are too young for that. If it were not for my professional image, I could scold you for three days straight using different words," Young Deer mumbled to himself. The battle selection wasplete and the screen started to load. Map: Wailing Canyon. Wailing Canyon was an ancient battlefield. Humans and the Zerg once fought a decisive battle here, so there was still arge amount of radiation interference even now. Chapter 134: Almighty Mech Chapter 134: Almighty Mech Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Skeleton: Wargod No. 1 Shadow of Antis: Shadow Executioner MK III (Special) Boom! The yers were loaded into the battlefield. The two mecha entered the middle of the canyon. Inside the canyon, there were asionally shes of electricity as well as sounds of jamming static. The opposing mecha were separated by a distance of 500 meters. There was only a single path in the canyon which didnt contain too many obstacles. Thus, both sides immediately knew each others positions. Wang Zheng advanced directly. The Wargod No.1s long range attacks were too weak; the attacks of theser guns had to be used within a hundred meters to be lethal. Shadow Executioner MK III revved its engine and also advanced directly. Although the Shadow of Antis was strong, he was also cunning. Even with the built in aim assist, the Antis mech would still encounter difficulty in hitting Skeleton due to his movement. But then again, one would only feel real pleasure in closebat. Given Shadow Executioner Mk IIIs mech advantage, overwhelming Skeleton was only a matter of time. After that, he would use the Antis ability, "Afterimage Kill," to close out the match. The Shadow Pope would be known through CT. If Skeleton wasnt well known, there would still be a way to limit his name, but now that Skeleton was well known, those who didnt like him would have to find him and settle their grievances themselves. The distance between the two mecha closed quickly. Three hundred meters...two hundred meters...suddenly, the Shadow Executioner MK III fired! If the shot didnt hit, it would still suppress the enemy. It also allowed the Antean mech to probe and remember Skeletons movement patterns. "Mobile shooting, a type of shooting style meant to probe and suppress. However, Skeletons movement patterns are inconsistent and erratic. This type of shooting does not pose a threat." Young Deer was professional in his exnation. In the blink of an eye, he could recognize the tricks both parties used. "Yes, but the scary part about Shadow Executioner MK III is not its ranged attacks but rather the sudden strikes from its melee attacks, especially the Afterimage Kill, Antis highly lethal ability. The Wargod No. 1 is brittle, so Skeleton has to be careful," Bubbly Foam added. She was very experienced on the strengths of the Shadow Executioner Mk III. Bubbly Foam had a high amount of faith in Skeleton; however, Shadow of Antis was one of the most reputable in the "cheater" tier. His reputation was even more notorious than the Kings, so it made people uneasy. "We must believe in Skeleton! Whatever Afterimage Kill is, itll definitely be useless when used against Skeleton." Old Deers trash-talking techniques became more sophisticated. This was raising Skeleton up high so that his fall would be greater. The audience had good powers of observation, so the chat inside the channel was condemning him. There were voices supporting Young Deer, but most of the audience members were Skeleton supporters. Some were more rational, performing their analysis from a more technical level. Some were worried that the chance of Skeletons Wargod No.1 winning was very low. The worst and most brittle Wargod No. 1 was going up against the super mech Shadow Executioner Mk III. There were too many factors in y. Based on technical analysis, there were no shorings for the Antean mecha performance-wise, and the Shadow Executioner MK III had an endless stream of abilities. "Although its straightforward and blunt, the truth can often be cruel. Everyone has witnessed Swiss Army Knifes attack against the Afterimage Kill, but they still got blown up. That ability is impossible to defend against, and looking at the Wargod No.1s defense, its no different from having paper for armor." The voices of the intellectuals in the channel upied half of the chat. The mecha were getting closer, one hundred meters! The Wargod No. 1 fired itsser gun. "Skeletons shots look good, could it be three shots three hits? But! Heh, heh! Im fascinated at how the Antean skillfully adjusted his movement path. It is too captivating, and he used his movements much better than Skeleton." Both of Young Deers eyes lit up and became absorbed in the battle. Skeletons shots had missed. Anteans mech corrections in CT were considered to be an invincible BUG. He mightve actually just been toying with Skeleton. After his three shots were dodged, Wang Zheng didnt shoot anymore. The distance was closing in to fifty meters! The Shadow Executioner MK III belched out a stifled tongue of me, its rhythm getting faster and faster. "Quick and fluid shooting, the transition of its rhythm was smooth. It was almost the same level as the kings of CT. Skeleton is under a lot of pressure, its difficult to dodge. On the other side, Shadow of Antis is feeling rxed. His movements were fluid as flowing water, and they could only be described as Cfortable!" Old Deer burst outughing. It was just like getting a massage. Would Skeleton be able to create a miracle this time? Haha! How could there be so many miracles? Once, twice, perhaps even thrice? Maybe it worked on the kings. but against a BUG tier yer, would he finally meet his match? Once the Shadow Executioner MK III got closer, the Wargod No.1 would be doomed. Afterimage Kill was able to overpower Swiss Army Knife when used against him. What was a Wargod No.1pared to it? "Getting closer!" Young Deer was totally absorbed in the battle. The Shadow Executioner MK III suddenly increased its speed and got a hold of the Wargod No. 1s nk. A sh and aser sword shed downwards in a cutting motion. "Painstakingly met with force! What did I just witness? Atoss High Speed Stabbing! A burst of eleration! This rhythm of battle is just over the top!! Even the professional leagues top level yers could not execute such a y! This is a visual feast of high-level skills, let us relish in it!" Old Deer shouted with glee as if he were Shadow of Antis himself. "I really want to beat him up!" "This Old Deer is impervious to criticism!" "You wouldnt understand what is going on in Old Deers head." Young Deerpletely disregarded thesements. "Another freakish explosion happened! Meeses Angel Line Breaker! It is said that in the entire sr system, not more than ten people are able to use this ability! It is impossible to block this abilitys polylines, as well as its arcs. How is Skeleton going to escape this? Oh, this is really a shame!" "Oh....it looks like Skeletons reactions were quick enough. He made a very exquisite albeit slightly ugly movement, but at least he escaped with his life. But the Shadow Executioner MK III is just getting started. It gave another burst of eleration and attacked repeatedly with Atos High Speed Stabbing, using it not once but twice! A high skill cap application of repeated Atos High Speed Stabbing! I am totally blown away, this is too wonderful!" Channel 1 was filled with cries of surprise. F*ck, was this guy even human?! Under normal circumstances, people who were able to disy such feats of ability were considered to be nearly gods of war. However, the Antis mech was indeed such an unbelievable BUG within CT. With just a short, clumsy movement, this feat was performed easily; it looked as if he was a warlord with a thousand years of battle experience. Old Trash-talking Deer became very excited. This was it! It didnt matter if it was BUG, the end result would be final. And at this moment, his mood became vicious. He was going to unleash some toxicmentary. "Oh, poor Skeleton. I believe he will onlyst another three more minutes at best, so let us start praying for him." Young Deers voice was also inside the channel. Come to think of it, it was because Young Deer was so insistent on Skeleton that he had more to saypared to the past. As a thoroughly vicious character, he had strangely attracted arge fan base. But most of the channelments were insults. "F*ck! This is shameless, too shameless! Have you no morals?" Shadow of Antis? More like Antis without Morals." "What pride is there in using a BUG? If youre so good, then switch to another mech, you piece of trash!" "Oh, right, inside Shadow of Antiss self-introduction page, there was a part that said I didnt disy to everyone my personality before, but now is the perfect time to share with everyone." Young Deerughed. With the press of a finger, words appeared inside the channel. "There will always be people who bark a lot at me to use other mecha if I have the ability. F*ck you, why would I want to change my mech? I was born with noble blood, unlike youmoners! If Im given the ability to pilot the Antean mech, why wouldnt I? Do you really think that my brain is as stupid as you folks? If you are so capable, then you should use it too! I dont mind at all, really. If youre not capable at all, then please dont bark. And if you do choose to bark, at least try to sound like it. Come, bark a few times for this lord to hear. Who knows, if I like your barking, I might even consider changing the mech. How does the Shadow Executioner MK IV sound? Hahaha, fools. You better start worshipping me, I am an invincible legend!" Boom! There was an explosion in the channel. Weve seen arrogance, but weve never seen such disgusting arrogance! Calling yourself invincible on top of using a BUG. At this moment, the Skeleton Corps erupted. Voices overwhelmed the channel, saying, "Skeleton, destroy this dog of a person!" "Skeleton Boss! Kill him! Let this Antis dog of mixed blood learn some proper manners!" "Believe in Skeleton and you will live forever!" There was shouting as well as radical anger. Young Deer had infuriated the followers of the Skeleton Corps. Young Deerughed even harder. He originally wanted to change his tactics in trash-talking Skeleton to give it a bit more depth and prolong the battle, but it seemed like this was no longer required. Good BUG of Shadow of Antis! "A nice slogan; it looks full of ideals but is actually empty in reality, just like a skeleton. Looks like within this short time, our Skeleton has be worse, which is a little disappointing. The Shadow Executioner MK III has not even used the Afterimage Kill, but it seems like Skeleton is already surrounded by perils. But I wish to see Skeleton counter-attack soon; he just cant keep receiving hits, itll be too embarrassing. " Thismentary had be a game for Old Deer, and he hadpletely lost it. Bubbly Foam held her tongue and clenched her fist. Although she was secretly supportive of Skeleton, when it came to bickering, Old Deer was absolutely invincible. But Bubbly Foams serious attitude excited the male audience. "Skeleton, destroy the BUG for our goddess." Rainbow roared, "Bubbly Foam is mine!" The wolves growled, "Little Red Noob, you better scram. Protect yourself from Rainbow!" Even heroes could not fight alone against a gang of wolves. Stop it, Rainbow! Continue howling, as long the goddess was his, nothing else mattered. The Shadow Executioner MK III went all out and unleashed all of its abilities. In this huge battle, he had easily disyed with perfection all the mechs technologies with a sessive chain of explosive abilities. Super Disorientating Step, Hughes Momentum sh, Agathas Swallow Counter-Attack. Anyone able to use such techniques would be considered an ace. At this moment, Shadow of Antis was using each of them in rapid session. The audience could not believe what they were seeing. However, the Wargod No.1 disyed the same defensive skills seen in his previous lunar battle. Constantly staying on the defensive, resisting and blocking attack after attack . "This so called Skeleton god is surrounded! Will he counter-attack already? Youve already made me use a lot of force, little Skeleton friend!" Chapter 135: Whipped Chapter 135: Whipped Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas A sharp voice came out from the screen. Shadow of Antis spoke with a chuckle. Obviously, bringing out all the legendary big moves waspletely pressure free. "Screw off! Youre just a BUG." "Hehehe, though I cant hear, Im guessing nine of ten people in the live channel are scolding me. Never mind, they will start to admire me very soon." "Bullsh*t, your brain was eaten by bugs! I would rather admire a dog than admire you!" "Alright, lets stop ying. What was the move of the Moon storm girlst time? The one that got stopped by 81 swords? I will just do an updated version, lets see if this Skeleton kid can stop it." BANG! The Shadow Executioner MK III suddenly retreated then moved into a stabbing pose. After a short pause, he followed up like a heavy storm After a thump, the Shadow Executioner MK III turned into a sh of silver lightning without any warning. This was an improvement to Lady Stormswords attack. She needed a ready position to charge the power, but the Shadow Executioner MK IIIshed out directly. Lady Stormswords Song of the Storm. Moreover, besides circr movements, he added in broken-line movements, so the movements became even more unpredictable. It was like multiple Shadow Executioner MK IIIs had appeared at the same time and surrounded the Wargod No.1, stabbing and hitting. 16bo...25bo...36bo...49bo...81bo...he had reached the highest record of Lady Stormsword. Even for Lady Stormsword, she would have been reached the end of her tether here. However, the Shadow Executioner MK III survived through it easily and continued tobo hit. 108bo...121bo... He could continue tobo hit, because normal pilots would have some changes to their mental focus as well as a physical burden. However, the Shadow Executioner MK III didnt have to worry about that. As long as he had the strength to make the movements, he could hit and unlimited number ofbos. As for mental strength, that was the only advantage of Shadow of Antis. All perverts have strong hearts. Old Trash-talking Deer almost burst into tears. This was what he had been waiting for for years, and he started shouting, "Skeleton is losing. Even if Skeleton is the true god, he cant stand these unlimitedbo hits. Kill him! Go!" Rainbow couldnt help but say, "Damn, I wanna kill him instead!" "Brother Rainbow, tell me when you wanna go, lets go together." "My bro is from Beijing. I will ask him to get us a box of dried deer penises." Everyone was stunned. That was pretty hardcore. Some were waiting for a miracle, but some were waiting for the end. Quite a few people in the channel started to lean more towards the Shadow Executioner MK III. So far, Skeleton could still resist the Infinite Song of the Storm. However, Shadow of Antis hadnt used the Afterimage Kill yet, and Skeleton definitely couldnt take that movement. Shadow of Antis was clearly scheming. He would weaken Skeleton by hitting unlimitedbos, then he would finish him off. A bowl could only hold a bowl of water, not even one drop more. If he used Afterimage Kill at the final moment, the spent Skeleton was doomed to lose. "Damn, if Skeleton was using any other mech, even just the Wargod No. 2, he could win easily," someone in the Skeleton Corps shouted. The crowd could only suppress themselves when facing a BUG. Yao Ailun roared, "What are you afraid of? Our Skeleton boss hasnt started to attack yet! No matter how strong his opponent is, Skeleton boss just needs one killing blow." Young Chen Xiu also shouted, "Skeleton will certainly win. We need to have confidence together." "Skeleton will certainly win! If he loses, I will livestream myself eating milk boxes." Yan Xiaosu came out. Unlike others, he knew that Skeleton was Wang Zheng himself, so he had a lot of confidence. If anything happened, he would drag his boss to eat milk boxes with him. At the CT Asia headquarters, Solon still remained quiet. The staff was bustling around but not making anyments due to Solons n. They didnt know why their boss loved taking risks so much. "Boss, what if Skeleton loses...shall we..." A trusted worker came over and reminded Solon. Though it was not good to be bound together with Skeleton forever, the Asian area got turned around, and the people hadnt been so happy in a long time. However, if Skeleton lost, would they be bound together for ill too? The investment was so huge, and it turned out like this. They were very likely to take a great responsibility. And Skeleton? His identity wasnt clear at all, so he could get away easily. "Get out!" Solons eyes could kill people. How could a man of great ambition not have some determination? He calmed down a little bit. Solon was very clear that he was being adventurous this time, but he had no other options. The stronger Skeleton became, the clearer he realised a master like Skeleton wouldnt stay in CT for long. And without Skeleton, his position in CT would plummet too, and what he wanted was to leave as much of a legend as possible. The number of online users of Chanel 30,001 had hit 541,252, which was amazing! Unbelievable!!! Prince was one of them. He shook his head and looked intently. Even pros couldnt restrain the ability of the Antean mech, and this was the reason why professional games banned the use of Antean mecha. This was a totally unfair battle; he really didnt understand why Skeleton had epted it. "The Shadow Executioner MK III is unbeatable now. Moreover, Afterimage Kill isnt something the Wargod No.1 can handle." Merciless King smirked and replied to the Prince in the public channel. The Kings words were louder than ten Young Deers. The bustling Young Deer also noticed the Kings words. "Bubbly Foam, I heard that you are a fan of Skeleton. Whats your opinion here? Do you still think Skeleton can win?" Bubbly Foam blinked. "No one knows the result until thest second." "Really? Shall we make a bet? If Skeleton wins, I will eat another milk box," Young Deer said. Suddenly, the crowd was lit. The chance was so rare. Everyone was desperately wanting to see Young Deer eat milk boxes, but this guy was very cunning, so he wouldnt make a promise easily. "But If Skeleton loses, you have to go on a date with me." Old Deer revealed his real thought, as expected. "Im not going on a date with you. But if Skeleton loses, I will eat two milk boxes." Bubbly Foam had a determined look in her eyes. "A true heroin. Goddess Bubbly Foam, we support you!" "Old Deer you can go kill yourself, Goddess Bubbly Foam is the best!" Rainbow also got shocked. The freaking Old Deer was looking for it. Skeleton boss please win! If his girlfriend ate two milk boxes, she would get sent to the hospital! Shadow of Antis Song of the Storm had already unleashed 181 attacks. This was more than two full sets of the Song of the Storm. The worst part was that he was still absolutely stable as a machine. However, Skeleton was doing pretty good at defending, and he didnt seem like he was under too much pressure. "Lil Skeleton is not bad; this move must be familiar to you. Moon peoples moves are garbage. Now you can go boast to your friends that you withstood one. You will face Antis speciality next!" Shadow of Antiss voice came out from the screen again. Shadow of Antis was the one who needed a rest. Although unlimitedbos was achievable, for a chubby and clumsy guy like him, the physical restriction was there. The Song of the Storm was not to be looked down upon. The longer he executed it, the higher it demanded of him in terms of physical strength. Even with the help of the Shadow Executioner MK III, the physical exertion was intense. In the channel, so many people were cursing. There was nock of experienced ones, so how could they not notice this? Old Deer was stunned for a second, and he secretly wiped his sweat. "Damn, hope he didnt choke. Is his physical strength that bad?" Just at this moment, Shadow of Antis bust out suddenly, and his mech became a blur. Afterimage Kill! "All is fair in war! Shadow of Antis suddenly started the Afterimage Kill, so two Shadow Executioner MK IIIs are rushing towards Skeleton directly." Old Deer was very professional, so he carried on with the narration. Shadow of Antis had finally yed his trump card. A chorus of boos rang out in the channel, saying he needed a break and had started a sneak attack! Everyone was nervous. Against the Afterimage Kill, even a defense with no dead angles couldnt hold it back. No matter how you defend, it was just a chance for the Shadow Executioner MK III to show off. Two Shadow Executioner MK IIIs changed positions wildly, the mech blurring between deception and reality. One on the left and one on the right, rushing towards Wargod No.1. As Swiss Army Knife had proved, even the fake one held aggressive power as well. Moreover, the real one and the phantom were changing positions strangely. This was the specialty of Shadow of Antis, and it was impossible to defend against it effectively. Even if one thought it was the real one, it could have swapped ces and turned into a fake the next second. If one thought it was fake, the next second it could be the real mech. No one could exin why and how it was achieved, and Antis, of course, wouldnt let out their own secrets. If one did not know the principle, they could not defeat it. "Its over." Looking at this dreamy assassination move, Old Deer heaved a sigh of relief. This was an unbreakable move, and it was so neatly done. "This is a victory for Antis." BOOM! The Wargod No.1 reached out his left arm and parried one of the Shadow Executioner MK IIIs hits. "Parry? Naive." This move was unbreakable, Old Deer ridiculed in his heart. Trying to parry was just stupid, but afterall, in front of this move, the only thing one could do was wait for their death, as running wasnt a solution. This was the most scary part of Afterimage Kill, the afterimage was faster than any other mech. There was really no solution? But, in the whole gxy, Antis wasnt unbeatable. BOOM. The left arm of the Wargod No.1 suddenly automatically broke away and flew towards the Shadow Executioner MK III on the left side, simultaneously, like a lightning sh, the right leg of the Wargod No.1 was kicked to the side... The Shadow Executioner MK III got kicked away heavily from the right side. Even though the Shadow Executioner MK III released lines of energy radiance and seemed unbeatable, it had only annihted the left arm of Wargod No.1 and not the main body. "What!?" Old Deer had just opened a box of milk and took a sip of it when he spouted that out. What the hell? The unbeatable Afterimage Kill just got defeated like that? Chapter 136: The Most Pathetic Duel In History Chapter 136: The Most Pathetic Duel In History Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Afterimage Kill was stopped by one broken arm?! At this moment, Wang Zheng wasughing. That trick had created an impact. The others may not have understood what happened, but he himself was very clear. The peculiar thing about the Antis mech was that when it was expending its energy, it was unable to defend itself. Although the Shadow Executioner MK III illusion looked exactly like the real thing, it was still only made out of energy. If a wrong judgment was made and the mechs armor was used to block the attacks, then the energy would erode the armour and render it useless. In simple terms, treat the illusions as if they were just guided missiles. Due to having used one of the mechs arms to absorb the energy of the attack, the fighting capabilities of the main body were mostly kept intact. But then again, this was because the Wargod No.1 was too weak; other mecha would have been able to counter the attacks with a more efficient method. To those who didnt know how to tell the illusions apart, this seemed like an incredible feat. But once the principles were understood, all the pilot had to do was position himself correctly and block as per normal. It may have looked like magic, but it was just this simple. Just like theory of rtivity, some theories were considered highly profound a few thousand years ago, and those who understood them were called geniuses. But in modern times, these theories were taught in primary school textbooks and were well understood by school kids. Old Deer was stunned. He felt as though his heart had stopped beating. The attack was broken just like that; could Skeleton be in the midst of creating yet another miracle? Wrong! Old Deer shouted loudly, "It disappeared! The Shadow Executioner MK III disappeared! Completely disappeared!" After Skeleton sent the Shadow Executioner MK III flying with a kick, the Antean mech disappeared without a trace uponnding. This was not an optical illusion, the Antean mech hadpletely disappeared. The sensor instruments, the naked eye, radar scanning, and all other means of detection could not find the mech at all. It was as if it had disappeared into a vacuum in an instant, only the buzzing sound of the electromaic field remained. One of Antiss ultimate abilities, stealth! Holy f*ck, he actually managed to pull it off? Within channel 1 there were a lot of Antis fans, and it was now that they erupted with cheers. "The Shadow Executioner MK III can remain in stealth for 10 seconds, and only when it attacks will its stealth be broken. This is too much of a BUG, isnt it?" someone quipped in the channel after quickly pulling up the mechs data. Young Deer was burning with passion again. To think that Shadow of Antis actually had such an ability, this was even more vicious than Afterimage Kill. "Against this stealth ability, Skeleton has stopped moving. Has he given up? Or is he trying to detect his opponent via hearing? To be honest, this isnt a battle between humans. Moreover, this is a battlefield. There is electromaic noise everywhere. 10 seconds is enough to change a living Skeleton into a dead Skeleton." Young Deer shouted passionately. From a certain perspective, he was a goodmentator. With one shout, the number of VIP viewers increased by tens of thousands at this critical moment. The live broadcast corner gave a special close-up. At the moment Young Deer was shouting, the Wargod No.1s right arm swung its alloy knife. The knife mmed in to an empty slope! A spark lit up in the middle of nothing. The alloy knife impacted at the exact same moment that the Shadow Executioner MK IIIs pilot cockpit appeared. The force of the impact sent the Antean mech flying backwards, and it was nailed to the slope by the alloy knife. It was as if time had stopped. The people could see the pilot inside the Antean mech staring with his eyes wide open. BOOM! Skeleton WIN! The entire channel 1 was silent, no one made a sound. Everyone was silently staring at the Shadow Executioner MK III that was pinned on the slope. Skeleton had won just like that? The Antis mech was broken just like that? With just a light swing of the knife? Afterimage Kill hadid waste to one of the Wargod No.1s arm, but Afterimage Kill as well as the other deadly abilities were defeated by just this one swing of the knife? This difference in power was just too big. This was a BUG after all, and an Antean mech on top of that. The kings stopped speaking and looked at each other in disbelief. Had it been them in that battle using their own mecha and having to face a stealth opponent with such a strong attack, they might not even had a slim chance of victory. To be able to skillfully counter this situation was beyond the capabilities of the pilots. This was the strength of the Antean mech. In that moment, a pilot would only be able to hear the sound of his own heartbeat; however, Skeleton executed that sh with confidence. This was the feeling of despair. "Members of the Skeleton Corps, you can rejoice now! Passionate believers of Skeleton!" Bubbly Foam shouted, containing her excitement. But this created an electrifying effect, and her wearing the female police mecha pilot uniform caused the entire channel 1 to go crazy with excitement. At this moment, the channel guide gave the Skeleton Corps an order. The entire channel was filled with the sound of cheering. Yao Ailun gave a shout. "Invincible Skeleton!" What followed was a buzzing sound, there were too many people in the channel, so it caused a frequency explosion. Bubbly Foam had calmed down. Although suppressing her excitement, she spoke very quickly. "Let me interview the Skeleton Corps! The voice that we are hearing now is the voice of their army administrator. Regarding this battle, what are everyones thoughts on it?" "Our Skeleton Corps never had any doubts." Yao Ailuns voice was sacred and full of glory. The Skeleton Corps started their war cry and responded with NOT AFRAID, a group of men singing NOT AFRAID. There were a few people whose voices went off-key, but it was full of gusto, so you could feel their spirit. The soft voice of Rainbow interjected at this moment. "When pitted against the winds and waves, who wouldnt be afraid? When faced against a BUG who wouldnt feel hate? HUH! But if you join the Skeleton army, well apany you against the wind and waves, well be with you in battle till the end! Well shield each other till the end! Shield! Shield! Shield! This is the spirit that Skeleton gave us. Who cares what BUG you are? Come, brothers of the Skeleton Corps! Together our brothers will let the others know that the Skeleton Corps is the greatest BUG of CT!" Bubbly Foams mood darkened. This advertisement was too straightforward, too blunt. Although they both had a good rtionship, this was not allowed in CT. "Haha...okay, that was the end of the interview. Next up, let us interview Student Skeleton. Oh...hold on, the connection needs some time." Rainbow got distracted. Inside the Corps channel there was an burst ofughter. "Rainbow, Bubbly Foam is not rejecting you, what happened? Was there a disagreement between the both of you? Do you want us to help mediate the situation?" Rainbow shrugged. The words went in one ear and came out the other. He went with the flow as long as everyone was happy. This was a small price to pay for captivating the goddess; the world needed peace after all. "Hello, everyone" A calm voice sounded. "Its Skeleton god! Oh..." It was all the same inside the channel. Flowers were flooding the entire channel. From small flowers that were free to various sizes of bouquets that had to be paid for. "Student Skeleton, it must have been tough on you. Faced with a BUG-tier opponent just now, how did you even manage to pull that off? I was talking about thest sh, no, the entire match. It was so exciting! Are you tired? You still have another battle to go." "Huh?" Skeleton sounded stunned. "The mech just now was an opponent? I thought it was an AI to warm up with..." Wang Zheng indeed felt that the opponent just now was a little strange. It repeated its strikes and it also repeated its attack strength. Boom....the entire channel 1 went crazy. HAHAHA, the entire screen was filled withughter. Antean mech? BUG tier attack after attack? Infinite Song of the Storm? Afterimage Kill? Ultimate ability of 10 seconds of stealth? What were Skeletons thoughts on these? An onomatopoeia word: "Huh!" In this age of inte and social media, what could be more hurtful than "Huh"? One of the worst feelings in the world, the opponent regarding you as a brainless AI. Bubbly Foam ended her interview happily. Skeleton was a little toxic this time, but it was fine! Everyone loved a little trash-talking every now and then! So what if it was an Antean mech? It still had to bow down to the victor. Wang Zheng honestly wasnt being toxic at all. In reality, he was merely disappointed in his opponent. Against a good opponent, he would be able to gain valuable experience and battle energy. But these kinds of battles had no value in them; they were merely a waste of time. Inside the CT Asia Office, Solon was holding back hisughter. He turned around to his subordinates and started yelling, "There is still a second game! Make sure the other party is online and ready! The next battle will start in twenty- no, thirty minutes!" This second battle was a risk to Solon. In the business world, taking advantage of the break in between battles for advertisement broadcasting was a profitable move. But the more one-sided trashing a game was, the more uneasy it made him feel. But then again, he was already very fortunate to be in this current position. What could he use to make Skeleton stay? Solon racked his brain. A beautiful girl, money, and what else....hmm....suddenly, Solons mind clicked. Everyone had ignored the most important thing: what would a person who used the Wargod No.1 desire? The answer was simple, a strong opponent! The advertisement was already broadcasting within channel 1. "Skeleton still has his second battle to go. Please look forward to this mysterious debut challenger!" There was still a second battle? Moreover, a mysterious debut challenger. Was there someone more powerful than this Antean yer? Inside the channel, the people paying for the fees were getting even more. It immediately broke the five million mark. Needless to say, it was well worth it. Antis BUG mech was destroyed. Skeletonsment about the opponent being akin to an AI and having repetitive movements, hahahah it was too exciting. These sorts of feelings were better than watching the highest level of the professional league. Antis would not see themselves ying in the professional league. Wang Zheng had waited for half an hour inside the cockpit, but he had not received the signal for the start of the second battle. "Little Su, didnt they say that it was two battles?" Wang Zheng directly contacted Yan Xiaosu Yan Xiaosu, who was just speaking to Solon, was stunned. "Boss, dont you need to rest?" "It is fine, that was just a warm up. Hopefully the second opponent will be stronger." Wang Zheng really felt that the previous opponent was like an AI. He was ferocious, but the moves were too repetitive. Wang Zheng only used his standard way of defending and was considered invincible. He was a little disappointed. The fighting energy in his chest did not increase even a little, but then again, he was lucky that it was not reduced. Yan Xiaosu rolled his eyes in shock. He was totally in awe. Wang Zheng actually regarded a battle with that level ofbat as a warm up. "Got it, Ill make the arrangements at once." Solon contacted Yan Xiaosu directly. "What? Start the battle immediately? No way! The second opponent is no trivial matter, this should not be taken lightly," he yelled in disbelief. Chapter 137: A King from the Lie Family of Mars Chapter 137: A King from the Lie Family of Mars Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The second challenger, ording to Solons original n, was not supposed to be epted. This sort of opponent should had been left until the end. After all, through the professional analyses, one could actually see that Skeleton was growing through the battles. If he faced an opponent like this in the future, he would have a better chance to win. But having a battle with him now, the risk was huge. However, the opponent had great influence; moreover, inside CT, people who didnt like Skeleton got involved. Thus he had to take this challenge. Yan Xiaosu shook his head. "Dont worry, he should build on his progress. As long as the opponent is ready, he will go fight." Solon had no choice. In this coboration with Skeleton, the counterpart was the one who had the initiative, so he could only give advice but not force him. If his counterpart stopped coborating with him, he would be screwed, so he had to agree to anything. In CT, the advertisements were going full on. Skeleton was ready for the second challenge with no rest. Fight till the end! Channel 1 was in heat. Was Skeleton about to fight against the mysterious, strong opponent? The heck, who could be so great? More people flushed into channel 1. They might have missed out on the first battle, but they still had the second battle to watch. The passion in the crowd broke out, and some viewers who usually preferred free shows started to pay to view it as well. Those who liked the free shows didntck money, it was just because they didnt feel the atmosphere. Once the game started to heat up, they didnt care about money anymore. The advantage of pay-per-view was that the picture would be clearer, which gave the audience an immersive sense, like they were fighting the battle too. "God, we broke the record again. Over 6 million people, what a miracle!" people started to exim in the hall. Solon let out a sigh of relief. Even a hot streak of top professional league yers could only hit such a number of audience members. No one could deny him of this outstanding achievement. "Weird, Bubbly Foamsbat uniform looks so familiar." Suddenly, Yao Ailun blinked. A jack of all trades like him knew everything in the world, including the badge on the uniform. "Sister Rainbow, isnt that the badge of your SWAT team? D*mn! You animal! How could you move so fast!?" "Oy! You can eat whatever you want, but you cant say whatever you want. Our rtionship is innocent; Bubbly Foam was there for advertising, and she conveniently had a meal there." The smile on Rainbows face was too evil; anyone could see the goof at a nce. Talking about romance over the meal? That caused a wave of criticism inside the Skeleton Corps. "I assume they didnt reach the level of snuggling, so you guys still have a chance. Dont let Sister Rainbow seed." Chen Xiu was jealous inside. If he wasnt underage, he would have some romance with the goddess. "Its useless, Bubbly Foam likes mature men like me. Once I get together with Bubbly Foam, I can give some dating advice to the people who bless us," Rainbow boldly promised. "Brother Rainbow, blessings to you and Bubbly Foam," Someone from the bachelor team instantly betrayed them. Skeleton unexpectedly prevailed over Antis stealth ability, so everyone was rxed after such an amazing battle. The information for second battle began to publish. To everyones surprise, it was in a video form with pretty cool editing too. BOOM. "The strongest challenger so far has appeared----" A low and seditious voice followed by a subtitle: A man from Mars! BOOM----The Strongest King! "He is free-spirited, chic, and handsome, and he makes the women scream." Then a cut in the video. Countless beautiful female fans appeared in the picture, screaming, "I want to bear your child!" "He is no doubt the greatest, and with the least battles, he rushed to be a king of Mars. He is known as the godlike man!" Then another cut, and a familiar face appeared in the screen. He was a well-known Mars yer. "He is one of the opponents I least want to face. When fighting, once you let him take a glimmer of the upper hand, there is no suspense, and he will let you feel helpless against his unstoppable momentum." The picture changed. Another well-known yer appeared. "His style is too violent, and no one else can copy that." One by one, faces shed past. All of them were masters, and everyone gave a very high evaluation. He, is---- "The me Ronin!" "From Mars, the most violent style, the least number of battles to achieve the title of King! This man is about to - Challenge Skeleton!" Two bright red characters appeared on the screen The picture turned dark, then the music slowly started ying. sh, the video lit up. It was one of me Ronins fighting videos. The opponent was the Sr Systems BEST-SOLO King Contest champion, SALA Little Prince. SALA Little Prince was famous for his performance in SOLO. Of course, the mech he used would not be conventional. The Red Bee 32, a modified mech which would obviously be banned in the official games armory. The 32 in its name referred to 32 modifications. Bang, strong rock music started ying. The pounding drums were like beating on the heart. In the channel, everyones breathing increased in speed. The Red Bee 32s degree of BUG-ness, although not as high as the Antean mech, was still hard to deal with. The BEST-SOLO king was naturally not just about the techniques. Only the strongest could be known as the BEST. Its a bit like a no-rules fight. One could be barefoot, or they could also carry a machete. Of course, the only exception was that one could not use a gun. How could using guns be called fighting? So mecha like the Antean that allowed people fight without techniques still need to be banned. How could me Ronins ming Mountain Fifth Generation deal with the BEST-SOLO Kings Red Bee 32? Depending on the time the video was released, it obviously was not a fierce battle. Boom, the battle began, the ming Mountain Fifth Generation directly suppressed the opponent with a burningser knife, crazily shing with the fire scattering everywhere. "Thatser knife is an exclusive weapon---- the zing Knife. In the whole Milky Way, in the whole CT, this is the only one, and it was a symbol of glory." The screen shed, and the Red Bee 32s pilot, strongly controlling the mech, escaped from the ming Mountain Fifth Generations suppression. However, when he was about to fight back, the ming Mountain Fifth Generation suddenly rushed towards the Red Bee 32, preventing a counter attack. The ming Mountain Fifth Generations knife suddenly started rotating with fire spewing out in every direction, turning into a fire hurricane! The screen shed again, and the exclusive zing Knife in the hand of the ming Mountain Fifth Generation continuously rotated along with the mech into a vortex of me. The energy distorted the surrounding air and the space became blurred, then boom, a mingnce flew out of the zing Knife... The screen shed, Red Bee 32 got smashed! The video screen turned ck ... What was that mingnce in thest shot? The Red Bee 32 was directly smashed? Did the zing Knife fly out? But when screen turned back on, the audience could see that the zing Knife was still in the hand of the ming Mountain Fifth Generation, still rotating and creating a fiery vortex. Friend Skeleton had really attracted challenges from the strongest Kings. Not only just those from Earth, but from Mars. He fought with Lady Stormsword from the Moon before, and then solved the unsolvable BUG Antean mech, and now he was facing Mars strongest man. This was truly the highest point of the Skeleton Corps feast. "This person came with bad intentions. He is most likely thest wave of the Mars expedition to Earth." Bubbly Foam took the lead in narration this time. "Well, yes." Young Deers voice was like that of a puppet. The people in the channel just left him alone this time. The Old Trash-talking Deer was best left alone. People were busy talking about the level of the Mars Kings. It was just that the video was truly amazing. If they didnt understand it wrongly, they just saw a big move that required a mech tacticbined with energy release. It was different from firing aser. As long as one could understand the shooting rhythm of the opponent, there was a way to dodge it. On the other hand, this move was much like the ancient legends where one used martial arts to kill the enemy. Hitting the enemy at their vitals with nowhere to escape with a move like this. Having such a technique was like having aser that could fire at any time and could hit any target! The mech was a livingser gun. "Young Deer, are you alright?" Bubbly Foam quipped. Sometimes she could be a little bad. "Keke, nothing, old disease recurrence." Comrade Old Deers face was a little pale There were many kinds of spections. Generally, they considered it to be the effect of the zing Knife, but if one consulted the official guidebook of this exclusive weapon, the only specialty was that it could not be destroyed and nothing else. There was also a small number of people that said that it had some kind of magical ability that could be released from the mech. "me Ronins identity is not a secret. If you go to Mars CT forum and search, a description of his origin says hes from Mars Lie family. Mars Lie familys heritage originated from the colonial era of Mars. Until today, the Lies were still strong. When other families felt joy with the birth of a baby with Ability X, it was normal for the Lies direct descendants to have it. The mysterious Lie family caused a lot of people to fantasize about what would happen. When Skeleton shed against this mysterious family, what kind of collision would it be? Of course, there were a lot of questioning voices, like how could aristocratic descendents from the Lie family wander around and y this game? More argued that this person just happened to have the surname of Lie, which was also a big name on Mars, and all of these individuals felt they had rtives in the real Lie family. Wang Zheng was ready. In the pre-war selection interface, Wargod No.1 was the choice. Solon was actually very nervous. If Skeleton won, the whole Asian region would have really made it. They beat the Moon and also had the ability to suppress Mars. This would affect far more than just the Asian region; the entire Earth area would share this glory. But this was the strongest King of Mars. He was definitely not so easy to deal with. The only thing he could do was fight stubbornly and believe in Skeleton. Inside channel 1, the topic turned to a dispute: what mech would the strongest King from Mars be using against Skeleton ? A few factions were formed. The basic general type of the Cante Type 3 held the majority, but there was also a small number of people who thought that he would stick with the same Wargod No.1. He was the strongest King amongst the mighty Kings of Mars! Such opponents would definitely be using the Wargod No.1 for their own dignity, so it was impossible to use other mech. The character of the Martians was very simple. Suddenly, the screen shed. me Ronin directly entered the pre-war selection interface and simply said, "I am here to win, I will use the ming Mountain Fifth Generation that Im more familiar with. Hope you like it. " HONG! His song of choice started ying, and me Ronin chose the ming Mountain Fifth Generation directly, a high-end mech! It was really rude! Inside channel 1, numerous exmations flooded the screen. He was really cheeky because he took such a big advantage so naturally, as if using a ming Mountain mech was to give the opponent face. What use was the dignity of this King? This was the home court of Earth, and no one wanted the Martians to show off in front of their house. Kings and scum were nothing. They wanted to see real strength. Chapter 138: Ronins Nine Successive Strikes Chapter 138: Ronins Nine Sessive Strikes. Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Yao Ailun shrugged. Meanwhile, the Skeleton Corps was calm. It did not matter what the opponent used. Previously, it was the Brightmoon 8.0, but in the end, the results were the same. Skeleton was invincible. "One sentence: wait for Skeletons lethal blow." "Skeleton, destroy this trash!" "Destroy everything! Destroy! Destroy! Destroy! "All the opponent mecha are but fleeting!" Rainbow shouted slogans like a hyped up teenager. But then again, it helped to relieve some stress. SWAT team members were human after all. The shouting carried on and suddenly Rainbow boasted, "I am going to be the top shouter in this channel! The king of the channel! This shouting is not good enough!" Inside the channel, you had to fight for priority if you wanted to speak. If you wanted more priority, it would depend on your contributions as well as your social status. "Fucking hell, Little Red Noob is actually the nouveau riche that we despise the most. This...nouveau riche dude, we have to be friends with him!" "Get lost! This is known as sincerity, understand?!" Rainbow took his time to counter. There were all sorts of insults, but most of them were made in goodwill and others were to diffuse the tension. The opponent this time was from the Lie family. Moreover, the moves in the video just now were very bizarre. On Earth, there was a six-star luxury hotel that contained a professional-grade CT entertainment room. Inside the room was a man with a body like Michngelos David statue. This perfect man was smiling while smoking a cigar and two beautifuldies were by his side. If a reporter were to enter right now, he would surely be shocked. These two beauties were of a high social background. One was a popr movie star, the other was the daughter of a real estate tycoon. These twodies had a huge amount of funds at their disposal. Both of them were talented individuals; they were not just pretty faces. They both were full of charisma and could make any man attend to their beck and call. But at this moment, both of them were swooning over this man. More importantly, both of thesedies were either attached or married, so it was clear that both of them were totally obsessed with this man. This perfect man had the least amount of media exposure within the Mars Kingpetition, but the most media exposure outside of it. He was the me Ronin. The device beside him was showing the live broadcast of channel 1. He had watched the event. He was reading the criticism of his mech choice, the ming Mountain Fifth Generation. He then paid them no further attention. He merelyughed and put down the cigar in his hand. "It is about to begin. Both of you, go y somewhere else for now. When Im finished with this, Ille join the both of you again." Both thedies were in the midst of swooning over this man. They didnt mind that they had to share him. Moreover, they listened him like good dogs would. After a French kiss each, they obediently left. me Ronins smile slowly disappeared. He was going into a state of war. The Mars Expedition had just barely begun and they had already nted their position on Earth. Moreover, their focus fell on a single person. A debut? That was only a joke. In reality, he was actually curious about how strong Skeletons Wargod No.1 was. The people on Earth had always been considered weak, but now there was the sudden appearance of this master. It would be a shame if he didnt check this out for himself, and he had nothing else to do anyway. He could also check out thedies on Earth while he was at it. He had indeed been on Mars for quite some time. Honor and glory of a King? Pride of a master? These were totally not on his mind. Those things, heh heh...were not what he was after. Originally, all he wanted was just to have fun and y around, something to upy his time. The reason as to why he started ying CT was to charm a long-legged beauty. As time went on, he found this to be a good use of his time. In just a short time, he had fought his way up to the King position. He in fact didnt care about the Kings title at all, but the problem was that no one was able to stop his rise. He just couldnt force himself to intentionally lose. Although it was a game, he still liked winning. Thus, the ming Mountain Fifth Generation mech that he was the most experienced with would be his choice. He would enjoy every bit of fun with Skeleton, but he would also take every chance he had to win the match. "Before the battle, let us first interview the Strongest King of Mars, Mr. me Ronin. May I ask why did you pick the Fifth Generation ming Mountain? Was it because you watched the previous match and felt some pressure? What are your thoughts on Shadow of Antis?" Bubbly Foam interviewed him with a smile. The prodigious son of me directly turned on the camera, his handsome face appearing on the video feed. "Skeleton is pretty good, but am I feeling any pressure? You can tell it from the look of my face. And, oh, by the way,dies, please view me from a fourty-five degree angle, youll sure be in for a treat." Bubbly Foam held back the urge to roll her eyes. "Mr. Ronin, You havent answered my question. What are your thoughts on Shadow of Antis?" "I think this is a pretty good moment, do we really need to discuss a nobody? A nobody will never be able to pose a threat to a real warrior. Moves also got to have style." me Ronin smiled, showing a perfect image of a perfect man. He was a yer and a winner in life. Bubbly Foam cut away the video feed. "Thats it, a wonderful time. Let us appreciate the great battle ahead, not the fourty-five degree angle." At this moment, the loading percentage of the screen increased. BOOM. The image started to load. The battle had begun! Random Map: Wills Star An abandoned mining star. The whole was rich in superconducting ores. However, due to overexploitation, the entire was on the verge of copse. The volcanoes had erupted and caused magma to cover the whole. This was one of the after-effects of human interster travel. It was akin to the pollution on Earth, but this was on a much more devastating scale. Skeleton: Wargod No.1 me Ronin: ming Mountain Fifth Generation This mech possessed a wholeplement of weapons. It could brawl in melee and it could fight at long ranges, it had the whole package. Whatever high quality tools you could name, this mech had it. It was one thing to be wanton and unrestrained, but the worst was to totally disregard what others say. Whatever toxicments others made, it was their business, and he did not care about them at all. As long as there were girls to chase, alcohol to drink, money to collect, life was good. That was all that mattered. Some considered this sort of character na?ve but also scary. When it came to underhandedments, they were the best. But then again, one couldnt me them as what they did say were indeed facts. Although they totally did not care about how others perceived them, their explosive temper would be terrible when enraged. Both mecha appeared in the middle of a volcano. Where they stood on was a piece of floating ground surround by flowing magma. It was like a raft in a river, except the outer edges were constantly being disintegrated by the magma. On top of that, both pilots could feel the intense heat that was being generated. The ming Mountain Fifth Generation made the first move. me Ronin liked taking the initiative. Smiling, he quickly took up a position in the middle of the battlefield. This was a strong position. The battlefields surroundings were full of magma, and to be cornered into it would result in a speedy death. In this magma environment which emitted extreme heat, the Wargod No.1 would have little impact. Moreover, the Wargod No. 1 had poorbat capabilities in this environmentpared to ming Mountain Fifth Generation. With specific modifications, the heat in the atmosphere was absorbed to generate extra power for ming Mountain Fifth Generation. It would have been fine it were just the environmental factors; however, this magma environment would further hinder the heat energy conversion. This could potentially be fatal at a critical moment during the battle. Having seized the middle of the battlefield, the ming Mountain Fifth Generation immediately started to attack, opening up with long-ranged fire. "me Ronin has started firing, his shots look smooth! However, Skeleton has started to adapt and was able to dodge the shots easily. The ming Mountain Fifth Generations long-ranged weapon is the Alpha Type III Laser. This weapon might be a little cumbersome. And now to introduce the ming Mountain Fifth Generation mech, this is the fifth generation mech of Mars. It has bnced offensive and defensive capabilities, and ites configured with a zing Knife. However, the knife that this mech has is an exclusive variant, it is the only one that is indestructible." Bubbly Foam speedily read through the data in her hand. This was a conventional mech going up against a very prominent mech. Within the channel, experts on the Mars CT circle appeared. "The ninth Mars individual tournament championship system rewards were given out recently....." me Ronin wore a smile of confidence on his face. The Alpha Type III Laser really was not able to force Skeleton into the magma. This was an unwieldy weapon; it was able to deliver a powerful shot, but it would result in a long recharge time. An expert opponent would be able to anticipate and take the appropriate counteractions. The reason as to why he chose to open up with long-ranged attacks even though they were ineffective was to warm up and be familiar with his opponents movements. Interesting, there was no fixed movement pattern, no habits or standard movements were observed. It looked like this opponent was not just another run-of-the-mill production of Earth. The feeling that the Wargod No.1 gave him was that of an all-rounded individual who had no ws. me Ronin discarded the Alpha Type III. It would be fruitless even if he carried on firing. With the rev of an engine, he drew an energy de from his waist. A beam of light shed and a jet of me spewed forth. The entire knife was engulfed in me effects. This was the exclusive weapon that had indestructible mes. The confident smile on me Ronins face disappeared. He had entered a state of intense focus, the calm before the storm. He was naturally gifted in closebat as though it were just a game. When he struck with his knife, the attacks had a certain quality to it. "Shameless! It is fine if youre using ming Mountain Fifth Generation, but you also chose to bring out the exclusive indestructible zing Knife in this match. A Strongest King! You are a Strongest King! At least try winning with your abilities as a Strongest King!" Within the channel, the fans of CT started to holler. What was a Strongest King? On every, there were only ten such individuals of paramount strength who were known as Kings. They were positions of pure glory. But me Ronin was subverting their understanding of this topic. Prince and the Merciless King both stopped speaking. They both chose to watch on silently, for if they spoke at this moment, the negativements might fall upon them. To be able to acquire the title of a King showed that the person possessed good basics skills, but they were still not the saints that the fans expected them to be. When one was inbat, theyd have to go all out. Furthermore, only after a person had used the exclusive weapons would they truly understand that they were not as powerful as one would expect. It was more akin to a symbol of glory. "The general consensus is that this exclusive weapon isparable in performance to a standardser sword, perhaps just slightly better. Furthermore, CT would never upset the issue of bnce. For me Ronin to use this exclusive weapon shows how seriously hes taking Skeleton." Old Deer finally spoke. His voice was calm and without emotion; however, it hinted a feeling of him supporting me Ronin. "Old Deer! Would it kill you if you didnt speak?!" "Old Deer! Your mommy is calling you to go have dinner!" me Ronins goal was to win, not the glory of battle. He began his attacks on the Wargod No.1, the Ronins Nine Sessive Strikes! These sessive strikes from the zing Knife carved lines of mes in the air. "Skeleton, you must not parry those attacks!" Bubbly Foam eximed loudly. She had just received new data on me Ronin. It was passed on to her by Solon. On the side, Comrade Old Deer started to smile after reading the data on me Ronin. He opened his mouth but closed it again immediately. He had said too much in the previous game, so he decided to keep his mouth shut this time. He decided to keep a low profile for this match and hope that everyone forgot what he had said in the previous match. Chapter 139: Lie Guang‘s Pride Chapter 139: Lie Guangs Pride Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Skeletons next action left everyones hearts pounding hard. The Wargod No.1 blocked directly with the alloy knife. "NO!" The only specialty of the zing Knife was that it was unbreakable. Without the worry about harming his own knife, he could chop off the opponents alloy knife. However, Skeleton obviously could not hear everyones calls. He firmly blocked with his alloy knife. Buzz... However, the furious voices faded, and the second buzz sound of the hit rang up again. "He sessfully blocked! Sorry, as a Skeleton fan, I closed my eyes just now. Skeleton just blocked the zing Knifes cut with an alloy knife, and not once, twice, or three times... but nine times!! All strikes were blocked." Old Trash-talking Deer looked quite disappointed. He understood what had happened in front of his eyes, technically in front of his ears. The buzzing sounds of the impacts obviously werent normal. Skeleton wasnt actually using his alloy knife to directly block. Instead, he first diverted some of the force away with a parrying motion. At the moment the alloy knife diverted the zing Knife, it decreased the cutting power down to an eptable range that an alloy knife could take, and only then did he try to block it. "Amazing skills, just like the Brightmoon 8.0, these light mecha can deliver critical hits as well! The ming Mountain Fifth Generation, a light mech, can hit as hard as a heavy mech, but Skeletons move could also be called taking a heavy mechs hit like a light hit. When he took the hit, there was a delicate diverting action that even high-end mecha couldnt do easily. Only with a Wargod No.1, only Skeleton, only Skeleton can!" Bubbly Foam clenched her fist! The nine strikes almost knocked the Wargod No.1 out, causing him to fall onto the edge of the tform. One step behind was theva river. Lie Guangs eyes shined. This Skeleton was truly very interesting, he had just diverted and blocked his nine sessive strikes! Using the unique factor of his weapon, his favorite thing to do was to break the opponents weapon, but this opponent was quite adept at protecting even his weapon! This person might have some ability. Lie Guang did not continue to attack. Instead, he moved into a defensive position. He wanted to see his opponents move, because if he was a descendent of some famous family, he would surely recognise who he was! The Wargod No.1 made a move! The alloy knifeshed out. Strike after strike, every movement was exactly the same as what me Ronin just did, Ronins Nine Sessive Strikes. Lie Guang was shocked, and the zing Knife quickly blocked the attacks. Hong Hong Hong Solid cuts, cut after cut sliced against his zing Knife, and finally the the explosive heavy hit! Each hit caused him to step backwards. Ronin backed off with nine steps. He was startled. He knew his own moves most clearly. The opponent had not only copied the move but also the very essence of the move. Every strike cut in the same spot, and even though he was familiar with every strike of the Nine Sessive Strikes, he still got abruptly forced nine steps back. It waspletely imitated, and he had also learned it almost instantly! Damn, was this guy trying to hide his own skills? Who did he think he was!? "The Wargod No.1 was once pushed to the edge of theva, but now he fought back using the Ronins Nine Sessive Strikes and ming Mountain Fifth Generation took nine steps back. Skeleton then performed a godlike copy of his opponents trick, an effortless attack. The Mars King does not look scared. He has raised the zing Knife, his exclusive weapon. Its a signature weapon because theres only one in all of CT." Bubbly Foam let out a sigh of relief. The Wargod No. 1s parry and counterattack had just happened in a few moments. Her little heart was still pumping a little fast, as it was just too exciting. The alloy knife had not only blocked an exclusive weapon but also counterattacked. Clearly, every blow was special, as Skeleton did not seem afraid of the zing Knifes effect. Prince and the Merciless King were in a private chat at this time. "This has gone beyond the level of superficial techniques, and only a master can understand this skill." "Its not just techniques, behind every move theres a certain essence behind it. Its not a simple imitation; otherwise, Ronin wouldnt have let him get away so easily." At this time, after a fight, the Wargod No.1 and the ming Mountain Fifth Generation stood in ce, confronting each other. It was merely a simple confrontation as time passed by bit by bit. In the channel, there were more than six million viewers, but no one issued an impatient call. They were all nervous, so nervous that it was hard to breathe. "One can clearly feel that between the two mech, there is an aura that cant be detected by human eyes. It is not a delusion, it feels almost real. The two mecha are not just standing still, there are very subtle and small actions taking ce, like a confrontation between two masters. This confrontation is the process to determine who will win. The fighting is just the result. The oue after fighting depends mostly on the confrontation before the fight." Bubbly Foams exnation was a bit stretched, but no one med her. Skeletons and Ronins fight was a bit difficult to cope with, especially when Old Deer was being old low-profile. A lot of viewers from Mars had been connected toe to Channel 1, as they had received the newste. They heard that Ronin ran to Earth to y, but wasnt he just defeating a rookie? However, the people who liked Ronin liked to see games where noobs were stomped. High-end games were too depressing, as they not only required techniques, but also required the momentum and aura. Even thementators were retired military pedants. Ronin came to abuse some Earth rookies, so of course they woulde and have a st. However, aftering in, they saw the deadly silent confrontation. Lie Guangs eyes became more and more dignified, and the mood of ying aroundpletely disappeared. With the earnesty of going all out, his spirit collided against the emptiness between them. Watching Skeletons body, he could not find any reason to make a move, and the opponents mental state had pierced him several times. Every time it happened, it made him feel shivers down his spine. Obviously his opponent had found ws in him. However, Skeleton didnt start attacking directly! Lie Guang frowned. The opponents spirit made him feel that Skeleton ought to make the first move. Or was it just an illusion? Or was his opponent looking down on him? ming Ronins eyes sharpened up like an eagles and he lowered his zing Knife. If there were no ws, he would attack until Skeleton showed his ws. ming Mountain Fifth Generations engine transmitted power evenly to every joint of the mech. Boom! The whole ming Mountain Fifth Generation started spinning. In the twinkling of an eye, the zing Knife started to emit fire, and the whole ming Mountain Fifth Generation looked as though it had turned into a me whirlwind. However, this was only a visual illusion. It was the high attack speed of the zing Knife thatposed the whirlwind. The speed was so high so that it formed a whirlwind image, visually confusing the opponent while repressing their spirit. This was not just a physical attack, it had also incorporated a spiritual attack. The guests connected from Mars froze a moment. It was finally time, but ... ... "Ronin Wind and me Cut! But why this big move in the beginning?" This trick was usually the ultimate skill of me Ronin, it was used to finish off an opponent. But now, directly after the confrontation, he charged the great move. The fans who were ustomed to me Ronins usual romantic style got a bit shocked, but soon they started shouting in the channel! "Earth people meet the horror of Mars Ronin! Its the end!" In the Skeleton Corps, Rainbow blinked. "Why did these idiots suddenly start spontaneously shouting?" "Who knows?" Yao Ailun pushed his sses upwards. He had no time to care about why idiots had suddenly started shouting. His eyes stared at Skeletons Wargod No. 1. The me Ronins this trick theoretically had a visual illusion. If Skeleton was not focused enough, he would definitely get caught. How would he deal with it? The alloy knife executed a hard block, followed by a high-speed parry. The me whirlwind was just an illusion, so one should have treated it as an ordinary spinning slice. Skeleton parried blow after blow. Lie Guangs mood was awkward. He obviously held the advantage, but in depths of his heart, he had a kind of empty feeling. His aura was being suppressed like a stone in the sea. It was instantly swallowed by the waves, and he couldnt feel even the smallest ripples. The Ronin Wind and me Cut suddenly lost all of its rotation torque and he executed a final strike! The sky howled as shes of fire streaked downwards. It was like ava waterfall quickly falling down. "me Waterfall Kill!" The viewers from Mars roared in the channel. The ultimate move after the Ronin Wind and me Cut. In Mars, few people could force the me Ronin into using this move. The Earth people were truly blessed this time. Om ... The continuous high speed collisions of the alloy knife hit the waterfall-like fire. Every cut was struck at the same point, trying to weaken the power of the waterfall, but the force was unstoppable. Boom, the Wargod No.1 was struck and he flew out. The me exploded onto its chest and the mech was sted away. A strong force pushed the Wargod No. 1 out of the tform and into theva. Chi... Skeleton instantaneously reacted. The alloy knife stabbed into the ground, causing earth and stones to fly. He had managed to stay on the edge of the te and stopped only one step away from theva. After pulling the alloy knife out from the ground, the Wargod No.1 suddenly turne, and started spinning the knife while stabbing at a high-speed. The engine roared to life as the Wargod No. 1 rushed towards me Ronin. If one ignored the fact that there was no me, this move was the fire-free version of the Ronin Wind and me Cut. Lie Guangs eyes shed. It was not just a pose. That knife wind... Was the opponent ying with him!!! Rumble! Directly in front of his eyes shed a pale, red light as he looked past the visual illusion. It was his own move! How could Lie Guang be a coward!? At this time, the Wargod No.1 suddenly stopped, and the momentum from the rotation instantaneously concentrated onto the alloy knife. OM! A steel-colored waterfall fell towards the ming Mountain Fifth Generation. me Waterfall Kill, the fire-free version, Steel Waterfall kill!! Bang! The heavy cut was unstoppable! Ronin roared. The ming Mountain Fifth Generation also got struck directly and flew outwards. The zing Knife dug into the ground, keeping him from flying backwards, and he had also stopped at the edge of the tform, only two steps away from falling into theva. The Martian visitors were sluggish, and the noise stopped like a duck being silenced at the neck. Didnt people say that all Earth people wereme? Why was this one so scary? Lie Guang took a deep breath. He suppressed the anger rising in him, but the corner of his mouth again revealed a slightly angry smile. He didnt expect Skeleton to be ying so seriously. Even thest blow was exactly the same. No matter who they were, they had to pay the price if they wanted tough at the Lie family. "It seems like you can imitate my moves really well!" Open the public channel, Lie Guangs low voice came out. He was wanton and unrestrained. Even for the sake of freedom, he would abandon his family, but deep down he had the dignity that the Lie family could never be disgraced! The Wargod No.1 stood there like a statue. "No matter who you are, you cant imitate this! Die!" " After he finished, Lie Guang then shut down the public channel and focused on the zing Knife in his hands. In that moment, ming Mountain Fifth Generations momentumpletely changed. It was like a qualitative sublimation had happened. His mech also seemed much bigger. The zing Knife suddenly fluttered and started rotating in his palm. It began very slowly, but two secondster, it became a vortex of me. Ultimate Great move! Chapter 140: To Settle the Milk Box(es) Chapter 140: To Settle the Milk Box(es) Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Something had happened, and the viewers were holding their breaths! At the same moment that ming Mountain Fifth Generation was spinning his knife, the Wargod No.1 revved up his knife. With a buzz, it turned into a windmill of steel as well. Being able to perform it at a moment like this was the skill of a master. No one else could replicate it even if the movements were the same. If it didnt have the understanding of a master behind it, the final result would still be akin to a dog trying to imitate a tiger. His expression turned dead serious. The opponent had learned quickly. He wasnt one step behind, he was actually reacting at the same pace. Was this a joke? Only a master could pull that off. The swirling me in the ming Mountain Fifth Generations hands suddenly retracted and became one-third of its usual length. The knife was immersed in the magma and there was a burst of energy from the mech. BOOM. The magma had received some kind of stimtion and started to boil up. The magma started to flow in to the knife, and it burned with intense heat. Upon seeing this, the fans from Mars became excited. This was their first time seeing this too. me Ronin was actually able to tap into the power of the magma. This was even stronger than an ultimate move! His power had indeed grown more terrible over time, this was definitely the mark of a strong family. At the same moment, the Wargod No.1 retracted the whirling steel knife in his arm and immersed it in the magma. In an instant, the extreme temperature of the magma ignited the surface of the knife. It sounded as loud as a waterfall. This was the me bending skill of the Five Elements! "It cant be!" The people inside the channel all held their breaths upon seeing the Wargod No.1s actions. They had no idea what was he trying to do. Were the both of them BUGs?? No one was more stunned than me Ronin. His opponent could actually wield the mes too. This was not a feat that just anyone could perform. Was he also a descendent of a famous family? Impossible! Definitely impossible! This must be a CT illusion. BUZZ The ming Mountain Fifth Generation swung his knife behind him and the air exploded with a deafening bang. A jet of me resembling a surging fire dragon came zing out and rampaged its way towards the Wargod No.1 like an animal. This was an invincible technique, Dragon me Burst! It was the one and only! The fans that followed me Ronin from Mars couldnt believe their eyes. This was totally worth every cent. This was different from the usual abilities of me Ronin, this was the real me dragon! This was the perfect ming knife! Long live the invincible me Ronin! On Mars, his family held paramount power. At the same time, the Wargod No.1 mimicked what me Ronin was doing, but with a titanium knife! Both thementators went silent. This was beyond their ability to exin. yers of this level would never appear in the realm of CT, but now here they both were. Faced with the zing dragon knife, Wang Zheng gave a rare solemn expression. He was currently trying to understand the properties of the mes and had to half his own movement pace. He quickly swept his titanium knife backwards, but the me dragon was nearly upon him. Whoooosh~ Wang Zheng swung his knife outwards and in an instant the mes disappeared. At the same time, his titanium knife shattered into tiny shiny fragments in a blinding sh of light. me Ronin was paralyzed while watching the ze of light. He wanted to react, but it was already toote. BOOM The white light cut through the me dragon and sliced through the me mech without even stopping. Half of the mech was nted to the ground while the other half went flying in a shower of sparks. Skeleton WIN! The live broadcast was silent for a whole minute. Then an outburst of activities followed in the entire channel. Priority speaking was disabled, everyone was free to speak! That was insane! Totally crazy! What kind of trick was that! Was me Ronin really from a famous family? What technique did he use? The family considered the strongest on Mars, the man considered to be an invincible descendent in the Sr System Federation! How did this son of a famous family lose??? And he had lost to a Wargod No. 1??? Looking back, Skeletons attempt to replicate the me dragon failed, but that blinding sh of light...what was that? High frequency knife shes??? The fans from Mars did not leave the venue but rather started a noisy argument. This was not possible! This defied all logic! Within the CT Asia Office, there was no cheering. Skeleton had won in an overwhelming manner. Knife of me? No! That was the knife of death! Solons outlook was calm and collected, but his trembling legs gave away his true feelings. This was a goddamn conspiracy! That bastard Ai Maidi, he thought that the status of the famous family was just for publicity. To think that it turned out to be true! The descendent of a famous family, fancy him thinking of that! But! Skeleton never could have imagined that he would defeat a son of a famous family. What a turn of events. As long as mistakes were not made, you would be fine. Ai Maidi would have to step aside this time! At the six-star hotel.... The famous descendent exited the CT cabin. His eyes had a confused look, and all sorts of emotions were running through his mind. Was this guy hired by the family? Impossible! The was no need for such trouble! Not a descendent of a famous family? Lear Cronos? To be honest, he had doubts before the match started, but this guy never warranted any further suspicions, and Lear could never have used the power of a famous family. The two beauties leaned in and were about to speak, but his device started to ring. This iing unknown number overrode his turned off screen. "Youve failed, juste home already." There was no image, just an old voice. "Old man, was it you who set this up?" Having knowledge of the workings of the famous family and being able to achieve this "null" state, after thinking so much, the only logical conclusion was that this was the old mans doing. The opponentsst move was not only a perfect replica but also a superior version. That blinding sh of light was the ultimate variation of his move. Given his current level of strength, he should not have been able to perform this feat, but the opponent had done the impossible. If someone were to tell him that his opponent had never practiced it a thousand times but rather picked it up after just one nce, he would never believe it. The opposite end went silent for a moment. "That was not one of my guys. There is something about this man. Well have to find out more on him." The connection was cut off after those words. He was taken aback. This opponent really did not have any association with a famous family? Then.....he suddenly became excited. It seemed like it was about time he started on something. "Sorry, beautifuldies. Im sorry that I might have to cancel on the dinner date tonight," he said with a burst ofughter and subsequently left without a trace. He was a descendent of a famous family but chose to drift around outside and cause a lot ofmotion. To maintain the reputation of a famous family, he had to abide by the condition to return home upon losing. This was the agreement. It was his first time "going home" in these few years. His eyes were firm with determination. Wang Zheng went offline immediately. That second battle had given him what he needed, especially on new training insights. Skeleton wanted to practice to gain new insights but was not able to gain any. However, this opponent had given him new insights, although they were a little low level. Thus, Wang Zheng had to use a higher level lethal move. As for me Ronin, his status as a descendent of a famous family was put into the spotlight. Was he really someone from a famous family? No one could give a fixed answer on this; however, that ability he used did look simr to the legendary skill of a famous family. Then who was Skeleton? What sort of skill did he use? Famous families who had a thousand years of history usually hid their secrets. The more they hid them, the greater the curiosity of themon folk. This family was more open to the public, thus they were the most talked about. The system would usually have released an analysis of the battle by now. However, it failed to do so this time, proving that this was beyond their understanding. Solon was equally brutal. Ai Maidi had hidden something from him, so of course he was going to get back at him. He actually had a hunch that me Ronin was indeed from a famous family, a high-ranking one too. This was indeed too forceful. Ai Maidi would surely scram this time. But he never expected the news to travel so quickly. Hismunication device rang. "Solon, its McLaren. Ai Maidi has submitted his resignation, and I have already approved it. With effect immediately, you are to be the Sr System Areas Executive Vice President. Of course, the video will be sent as soon as possible." McLarens voice was clearly full of pressure. "Yeah, I understand, Chairman." Solon was shocked. Such quick action and response! It seemed like me Ronins status was quite high after all. These sorts of people were untouchable by meremoners. There was little official coverage on what had happened, but this did not stop the audience and their spection. This event spread like wildfire on Earth, but there were no news about it on Mars. The family had a long political reach, but then even they had their limits. Some said that was a familys hidden ability. Some said it was Ability X. Wouldnt that mean that Skeleton was a user of Ability X? There were many opinions on it, but no one gave a concrete answer. Within the Corps channel, Yan Xiaosu was the happiest, but he was also the most careless. F*cking hell, he wanted to shout, "Skeleton was our brother! The best brother! He was the brother who went through thick and thin with us! Who else could do it but him!? F*cking hell!" The live coverage ended. Comrade Young Deer was a smart man, but at the same time he was obsessed with collecting messages. That performance from me Ronin raised a lot of questions. Although he usually liked to show off, he had no intention of doing so this time. He could not afford to offend a famous family. He packed up his notes, stood up, and left. At this moment, two workers stepped up from the sides. One of them mmed his hand on the table and pulled out an empty milk carton. "I just drank this. Mr Deer, you seemed to have forgotten something." This was nned by Solon. The field of view was also changed. Thus, the CT live coverage did not end but was rather changed to a close up of Old Deer. The face ofrade Old Trash-talking Deer looked like that of a Rubiks Cube. It was a little white, tinged with a red shade. Then it became red tinged with ck, finally turning green along with a little shade of blue. This was a dangerous sign. He had stopped drinking milk a long time ago; he would be queasy simply by seeing a cow. "Commentator Deer, it is said that you are the most professional when ites to casting. In front of all these viewers, you wouldnt be thinking of escaping, right? The worker gave an innocent look at Comrade Old Trash-talking Deer. The colleagues behind them were totally stunned. "Boss, the channel just broke seven million. It went up by two hundred thousand in just a short moment...." Even the staff members were speechless. The viewership had risen by so much! All this to watch Old Deer eat a milk box. Old Deers expression gradually became more livid. The number of viewers kept on rising. Those who usually helped Old Deer with his dressing and make up could not contain their amusement upon seeing the milk boxes delivered. There was a total of three hundred and eighty thousand milk boxes! Old Deer was usually very professional and dedicated, but facing this amount of milk boxes, his face paled. It cost a dor a box. Even if it each box cost 50 cents, it would cost the audience a total of two hundred thousand! Even he only made five thousand per show! F*cking hell! He had even signed a two-year contract! Tears flowed down from both eyes..... Chapter 141: Popularity Chapter 141: Poprity Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Solon gently looked at the screen as he spoke. "Take a close-up, pay attention to the eyes and corners of the mouth. With how dedicated he is tomentary, we must give good publicity to him. Add a few more channels." A group of staff members simmered withughter. The boss was really too dark, too evil. This business was sure to make a huge profit, and even Comrade Old Deer himself did not think that this could have been so popr. Three secondster, PA ... CT banner propaganda: Channel 1 is live broadcasting Young Deer eating a milk box. Be quick if you want to watch. Watching it live is better than watching a recording! Old Deers face turned green, then white. The staff suggested a break unexpectedly, giving him two minutes. This was like sprinkling salt on the wound! 5,000 dors for this? What good was that for? It was not enough for a rehabilitation physiotherapy after the stomach-washing from eating the milk box. That would cost 5,300 dors for just one time, and he would need to do it four times just for a single course of treatment. If he didnt do the physiotherapy, would he die? The Old Deer said that after washing his stomach, if he didnt do physiotherapy, he would get bloated after eating. This was because he needed to let the gas out. As amentator, he needed to do live broadcasts, and even if he could endure the farts, others could not. When he saw the number of people in the live broadcast rising, Old Deers heart dropped into the 18th circle of hell. Although eating the boxes didnt matter and hed even get some money, what was happening? He was literally being sold off! He clenched his teeth and stomped. Old Deer began to eat up! "Skeleton, Im not done with you!" "Commentator Deer, drink some water, slow down, dont choke," the staff member on the side carefully said. While reading the data, he whispered, "Eat slowly, you can increase your poprity with this. " Damn it....Old Deers tears were flowing. At the end of the livestream, Comrade Deer immediately ran toward the parking lot with the staff member shouting, "Commentator Deer, the boss said that in view of your professionalism, he will give you a bonus!" " Old Deer stopped at once. "How much?" "1,000 dors! " Poof "Solon, you old, stingy f*ck, I dare you to be a little more stingy!" "Commentator Deer, the boss said that a posh man like you would certainly not ept this money, so he is going to use it to buy juice for everyone." "F*ck off! Every cent is mine. Wait for me to take it tomorrow!" Young Deer said, then he covered his belly and quickly moved into the car. With a roar, the maglev vehicle drifted away. Inside the CT room, after stretching a bit, Wang Zhengs mood was veryfortable. Even if he were to go back to the room, he would also be idle. He couldnt do other things anyway, so why not just meditate over the battle with me Ronin? The opponent was very special; it was like he could feel the "fire" element, and it could be transformed into a very powerful attack. There was a certain difference between Ability X and this meditation. However, this was closely rted. The only problem was that Wang Zheng himself didnt have Ability X, so he couldnt determine the difference between them. However, it was indeed a harvest, as he had learned how to use the Five Elements offensively. Delicious food, good drinks, and a good nights sleep, the leisurely life was over. The next day, the army brought him back to Demon Ind. ,???????,??? The the Demon Ind surveince room, Earth, Moon, and Mars three generals had gathered. After looking at the data just came back, they were looking at each other in dismay. After repeated checks, they were trying to verify the information. "Gene score of 28. urate to the decimal, it was 28.45? Is this a challenge to my IQ?" Lie relentlessly stared at it. He was very helpless. Although he saw the data before, he had always felt that that should be a mistake, or it was the wrong person. This was the main reason why they had sent Wang Zheng for another test. The gene score was extremely scientific; it almost perfectly reflected a persons potential. From Wang Zhengs performance, it didnt look like his gene score was only 28 at all.. By the chance that the physical examination was mistaken, they tested again with the newest gic tester. The result left the three generals faces in distress. They just didnt know how Wang Zheng would react when he saw this. The first reaction of Lie Wuqing was as such: "Old Meng, are you messing with the data?" " Earthlings often liked to pull this trick after all. "F*ck off, do I need to do this? He is from Earth either way!" Meng Ao stared back. He felt a little bit of regret. This would mean that his potential was limited. No matter how he ascended in the future, it was unlikely for him to develop Ability X. If he didnt have Ability X, that would be a huge limitation. Drachmachs mouth had a faint smile on it. How could such a genius appear on Earth? He must have been from the Moon. One Achilles was enough. Perfection was what the people of the Moon sought. "No matter how it turned out to be, it doesnt affect the next training program," Meng Ao said. "This I agree with. After all, gene score is only a reference. We will with follow our n," Drachmach said. Although his words were nice, he did not mention the n of promoting Wang Zheng into the captains position. Lie Wuqing naturally would not agree. In this case, Meng Ao didnt have anything to say. After all, there was already Lear from Earth. Back to Demon Ind, Wang Zheng immediately felt a sense of homeliness. Compared to thefort of the Paradise Ind, the wild, dangerous atmosphere of Demon Ind made him feel rxed. Dear Student Wangs methods of rxation were not the same as normal peoples. On the beach, there was a simple camp. When Wang Zheng walked over, he saw someone dragging some thigh-thick wood, digging a foundation, and building a shed. To the side, there were five huts. The distances between them were not even. The roofs and the walls were made with the shells of the Zerg. Only three of the walls of the huts were well sealed, and the front only used a stic film. At this time, in the nearest four huts, many people were talking. When they saw that Wang Zheng hade back, a lot of people rushed out from one hut. Compared to the Moon, there was a lot less people here, but the atmosphere was more lively. On the Moon, they did not know each other, so there was a lot of apprehension. After experiencing Demon Inds war, regardless of the origin of the participant, everyone wasrades, so they naturally opened up and got along. "Wang Zheng? You are back? " "Wang Zheng, are you okay? By the way, I heard that the all nurses in Paradise Ind are beautiful and that they are also very open to macho guys. Did you take a few days to get some numbers for everyone? " A group of people greeted Wang Zheng immediately. They were in the same team to kill the Queen Zerg. All of them chose to distribute their points ording to their contributions. Needless to say, even if they were eliminated, they had scored enough points. These points not only were useful during the training camp, even if they eventually got eliminated, the points had great relevance to their future. It would give them bonus points to the various military academies graduation points or the armys appraisal and the like. "Really? All I saw was a group of men!" Wang Zheng was in distress. He basically got examined like ab mouse. "Holy crap! The militarys position on Paradise Ind is so low." Zhang Shan had bolted over, but after hearing this, he looked regretful. He was nning to injure himself in order to go there and enjoy the sights, hence he looked quite hopeless. "Hehe, maybe its just bad luck." Everyoneughed and talked. They mentioned the battle from before every now and then, not only to talk about the battle at the nest, but also to talk about theck of preparation when they arrived at Demon Ind. Their respective colleges had a lot ofpetent brothers who were eliminated because of carelessness. Saying that, everyone felt sad. Of course, not everyone showed such closeness to Wang Zheng. In fact, the reason why they could gather together was also because the team attacking the nest had built up trust, yet this kind of trust was like an alliance. In other social circles, at this time, there were a lot of discussions on the evaluation of Wang Zheng. It was inevitable. In total, there were two teams attacking the nest. One was led by Wang Zheng, and the fact that the Queen Zerg was killed verified that what Wang Zheng said was correct. Some people said that it was luck, but who didnt know that luck was also a strength? "Can Wang Zheng even be considered apetitor? His performance on Demon Ind was indeedmendable, but who wouldnt have a little luck? I have already checked him. His gene score is 28. This skill he demonstrated is probably his limit. Im not demeaning him, the truth is, I quite admire him. With a gene score of 28, its incredible that he can be selected into the training camp, this is a miracle." Data maniac Edison was fiddling with the Skylink in his hand. On Demon Ind, the signal of the Skylink was shut down. Other than to look at the time or to be used as a shlight, it was basically useless. However, his message clearly breached Demon Inds blockade. To be able to freely connect to the outer was his small expertise. Network invasion and information warfare was his forte, and his circle of friends also enjoyed the benefits. "Edison, are you sure? 28? Gene score of 28? Are you sure? " The data emperor was called Edison. He was from the Republic of Caragal, part of the list of the Hundred Space Cities. He was the only person from his college that wasnt eliminated. Then, with his talent inworking and information gathering, he had entered Saturns satellite circle. "Believe me, I even found his early news on the Earth Network, which is to say, well, nothing." Looking at news of Wang Zhengs suicide for love, Edison decided to forget about this sort of gossip. Although Wang Zhengs gene score was low, his strength was still very strong. If he confronted him, that would really spell trouble. "Oh, this is a bit interesting, but Wang Zheng is really the type of people who puts in hard work. Although he does not have Ability X, he can attack very fiercely. Hence, although his gene score is low, he still cant be underestimated. " "Well, if we look at his merits, there is actually one." "What?" "He can cook, and I hear its delicious." " A burst ofughter erupted, but it was not to belittle him. On the contrary, they recognized Wang Zheng was a powerful opponent. Although, some of them also felt that he was a little lucky and that he was not so strong. Wang Zheng just smiled. Although those conversations were not very loud, the others did not mean to prevent him from hearing. However, to him, the gene score was just like the clouds in the sky, he didnt care about it at all. "Jesus Christ, Im hungry again. Since you were not here for three days, we also got to rest. Its a good view, but the food is too in," Zhang Shanined. These dayspared to before were already like paradise, but the poor food was always a problem. Chapter 142: Youth Chapter 142: Youth Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zhengughed and rustled through the inside of his shirt. A pile ofpressed cans from Paradise Ind poured out. "Dont you dare say that I didnt think of you guys, I snuck these back." "Holy sh*t Wang Zheng! Youre a genius!" The crowd became excited. Woah! Beef, fish, pork, all of them contained meat! Tears started welling up in their eyes. How long had it been since theyst ate high ss food? Canned beef, yellowfin tuna, salmon, although they were canned, they were produced by Paradise Ind, so these tasted the same as food prepared by top quality chefs. Even the usually calm Meng Tian couldnt contain her excitement. She slowly swallowed her saliva. Although she could endure a fair amount of difort, she was not a saint. The meals recently had been too terrible; the food provided by IG felt like animal feed. "Ladies first." Even at this moment, Zhang Shan did not lose his gentlemanly character. It was code red inside the monitoring room. The sensors had detected food from foreign sources. Su Yan stood embarrassed behind the three generals. "Im sorry, I was not strict enough with my checking." The three generals shook their heads and smiled. A little food was fine, as it would not affect the overall situation. "It is a small matter. We choose soldiers, not robots." Su Yan bowed. His eyes were shing, as he had indeed done his inspection. It was just that he was too lenient. Come to think of it, when he was doing a pat down on Wang Zheng, he moved around a little too much. Initially, he thought Wang Zheng was just not used to being patted down, but it seemed like he was actually ying a trick. Wang Zheng brought back a dozen cans or so. There were allpressed cans and had the height of half a regr can. After opening the cans, the food inside inted, so one portion was sufficient to feed two people. "No, we cant waste it like that. Weve got to add some seafood to it and then heat it up, that would be the best." Zhang Shan came out to stop them after opening the can of yellowfin tuna. To finish it all now would be too wasteful of the seafood vors that were wafting out. Yuan Ye took a peek at Zhang Runan. He also said, "Ill go catch some fish now, lets have a barbeque tonight." Eating around the campfire was the best feeling. Wang Zheng had noment. He did not want to eat. Although he had gone to Paradise Ind for treatment, he felt like he was on a holiday. He had to think of the others who were suffering back here on Demon Ind. He had enjoyed the few days over there. Forget about the physical examination of his bone marrow and all that! After the tasks were assigned, they went about catching fish. Wang Zheng went in to the jungle and tried catching all kinds of game. He caught a weird-looking goat; it was pretty good luck! And he found a rabbit hole and caught two rabbits that didnt escape in time. Back on the beach, Masasi walked over with a creature in his hands. "Can I exchange this for a can of food? Milo isnt used to eating wild animals." "Sure." Wang Zheng was rxed. Being able to kill the Queen wasrgely due to Masasi being there. Although they were from different factions, there were not enemies. Night fell and a round moon appeared. This was artificial weather. In the middle of the camp, a bonfire was lit up. Sounds of singing started to rise up. It was Milo. Beautiful dancing, sounds of the song, these brought a calm silence to their hearts. It gave a feeling of perfection. This atmosphere under the moonlight was beautiful. Even though it was not around a bonfire, the people of the different factions started pping. In this moment, everything else was forgotten. Everyone just enjoyed the peace and quiet after the battle. Milo and Meng Tian were this training batchs most beautiful girls. Their performances in the test were really good too. At the moment, Meng Tian was slightly better, as she was the one who killed the Queen after all. The frost Ability X also had everyone in awe. While Milo didnt perform as well against the Brainworm, she had a witty sense of humor. Her elegant temperament had attracted a lot of male colleagues. She had a noble air around her, but she was still a rtable person. Once the song was over, the students of Mars Academy stood up. "Since Earth has given us a treat, we, the people from Mars, should reply in kind. Im going to perform a Mars war song for everyone." The people who arrived here were full of talent. Ma Hong of Mars did not perform too much, but that war song full of gusto captivated the attention of everyone. It had a masculine feel to it. Two people had given a good opening, and all types of performances followed up after that. There was magic as well as performance skills. This was their own personal stage. "Heh, heh, Im a person from Titan. I dont have any particr abilities, only a hard body." A shorty from Titan stood up. He was barely 170 centimeters tall as well as of a skinny build. A roar ofughter erupted. "Aloman, youre not performing aedy, are you?" "If you are a man, youve got to be hard. Everyone knows this! However, there aredies here, so I guess I shouldnt demonstrate." "Heh heh, a secret weapon must not be revealed so easily" Aloman of Titanughed. At this moment, a schoolmate of Aloman stepped out from the side. He pulled out an alloy dagger while holding a tree branch. The wood on Demon Ind was extremely dense and difficult to break, but with a gently cut of the dagger, the branch split into two. Aloman had a sh in his eyes, then he made a gesture and hisrade suddenly thrust the dagger at him. Pucht! The dagger went in to the skin. It only entered a centimeter in and stopped. "Oh!" therades said while drinking. His body had tensed up; it showed that he had used all his strength. The dagger moved another millimeter in and stopped once again. BOOM. This was a stone, it should be able to go in! There was thunderous apuse and whistling. This performance was exciting. The dagger was pulled out and with the naked eye they would see the little wound created. It was healing rapidly, which showed the absolute control over the muscles. Of course, this was a sort of ability. The expertise in controlling the muscles would mean formidability in controlling a mech. They were young and healthy. Others wanted to one up the performance, and soon all sorts of feats of strength were disyed like a league of heroes. Everyone wanted a piece of the glory with their different disys of strength. "Does your academy have any performances?" Suddenly, someone pointed to Luo Fei, who was eating and drinking and said that he incurred the most ire. After training for so long and being in the main force, this fatty never did anything. "Performance? Yeah, we do." Luo Fei blinked, nodded, and then stood up. "What is it? Show us." "Heh heh, Im afraid that if I showed it you guys, you would beat me up. Unless....you guys promise not to take any action afterwards." Luo Fei let out a shadyugh. Everyone wanted to know what skills this fatty had. The person that Lear fancied would not be a slouch. Achilles had his Eight Stars surrounding him and Lear chose to bring along a fatty? This wasnt adding up. "Sure, we promise. Well not do anything after that." "I need a prop, hope you all can cooperate," Luo Fei said as he walked around the circle of people. He picked up a baked octopus. Everyone was looking at this fatty. What was he up to? "Ladies and gentlemen, please watch carefully, I am about to begin. In under a second, this octopus will disappear!" The fatty had a serious look on his face as he gestured to the crowd. Suddenly, with a roar, this fatty opened his mouth wide and swallowed the octopus in one gulp. Everyone was stunned. What the f*ck? This passed as an ability? "Yo, what the f*ck! This was merely an excuse to eat the food" "Beat him up....." "A gentleman is true to his word. You promised not to take any action." The fatty nced around. "Eating quickly is my ability. It doesnt matter if you were impressed, I sure am with myself." However, within a second, a group of people were descending upon the fatty with fists. A promise? F*ck that! They were in the ocean for half an hour and this was the only octopus that was caught. Luo Fei dodged sideways and recovered in an impressive fashion. With a sh of his feet, he dodged all of that and ran away! The other wanted to give chase, but the fatty had disappeared! "I remember....this fatty said that his ability was being able to escape, right?" someone muttered. "Seems like so" Everyoneughed and brushed the matter aside. Others soon started to perform as well. Amidst the sounds of the waves, the event reached a climax, and everyone started to sing the sr systems song of conquest. Even the fatty had returned. The sun, the origin of humans and the starting point of their conquests. Today, they would start from here and conquer the entire universe. Inside the monitoring room. The three generals watched solemnly. Even when the performances were in a lull, their attention did not waver. The more rxed an atmosphere was, the more you could see a persons character. "These punks have even started ying. Tomorrow well start a new phase of training." "We originally intended to let them adapt for another day, but seems like this is no longer needed." "Increase the difficulty. It is about time we really showed them. All three of them nodded in agreement. They had expected the youths to be a little more mature, but it seemed like they just wanted to sing and dance. In the early morning..... The temperature was at its peak. This was due to the heat from the artificial sun. It was three times hotter than it was yesterday. Demon Ind had changed from a cool autumn into a hot summer. Although they were worn out from yesterdays activities, everyone woke up early due to the heat. They were about to dip into the sea to cool off, but suddenly there came a sound of a spaceship from the sky. Boom A small, tactical spacecraft descended from the air and kicked up a huge gust of wind uponnding. Su Yan was the first to step out, but after a moment, everyones gazes looked past and behind him. Five youths of different temperaments stepped out from the spaceship. They walked at different paces and each gave off a different feeling. They had their own unique charms, but one thing wasmon, and that was that each of them disyed absolute self-confidence in themselves. People from Academy X. This time the sr system was going to participate in the IG games. All sorts of looks were given; there were envy nces and challenging stares. But the mostmon were the looks of suspicion. Anyone able to enter Academy X was considered by all mankind in the gxy to be a genius amongst geniuses. But no matter what kind of genius they were, no one felt inferior. This was a great opportunity for them to prove themselves, and what could be more glorious than defeating them? Wang Zheng looked at these five individuals with great interest. These five had the strongest Ability X, and they were regarded as the future of the sr system. Chapter 143: Upgraded Training Chapter 143: Upgraded Training Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Walking in the front was someone with the uniform of the Moons Moonlight College. He had a perfect body and the handsomeness of a god with a face that did notck fortitude. He seemed arrogant and self-confident. His gestures all exuded a kind of strong feeling that no one could defeat him. It was a unique charm of extreme self-confidence, like the protagonist in those aristocratic novels. He didnt need to introduce himself, as just a nce and people would know that he was Achilles from the Moon. The second one stepped out the spacecraft. She was a stunning beauty with a sexy hot body, like a me. At first nce, it was like the spiciest pepper in the whole gxy had bursted open in ones body. People were willing to burn everything they owned for her. Lie Xin, from the Martian Holy War Academy, and also the strongest descendant of the Lie family. The third one to step out was an old acquaintance Lear. His introverted pride revealed a sense of distance, but it seemed like he wanted to show his approachability. However, it was still only a bit different from the feeling fromst time. The fourth person was ridiculously tall, two meters twenty. The muscles of his body all tightened up. The strange thing was that his heavy body exuded a deep sense of war, but it also gave out a contradicting feeling of sensitivity. He wore the evergreen uniform of the Republic of Caragal, which illustrated his identity: he was Raston from the Hundred Great Space City, Republic of Caragal, the Azure Victory College. Thest person came out. He exuded a gloomy feeling like an iceberg and was wearing a ck uniform. The color of Pluto. One would never forget his appearance with only one nce. Everything he did was impressive. Even if he was just doing small actions, like ying with his cor, it would cause one to wonder what he was doing. Obviously, this was not normal; it was not even a reaction from your brain. But he wanted one to think so so that the real thing one should be considering or paying attention to was ignored. He was Taros from the Hades Republics Officers College. The five people stood in a row. In front of everyone, there were fivepletely different auras being exuded one after another, colliding with each other Some ill-intentioned eyes weakened a little bit. They refused toply, even knowing that the opponent was stronger than themselves. So long as they hadnt yed against each other, no one wouldply. Wang Zheng showed a trace of a smile. If he only judged them by their auras, these five people would not let him down. These five people were obviously ustomed to the attention of others, and they were not too concerned, because now was Su Yans time. At this time, Su Yan coughed a little and cleared his throat before revealing a smile. "Please introduce yourselves." "Achilles, Moons Moonlight College, I want to be the captain." Achilles assumed such authority as the first individual. His slight smile exuded supreme calmness, making it seem as if there was nothing that could baffle him. A simple wee to everyone. His spirit bore down on everyone there. "Lear from Earths Zeus Academy. We can work together to create a miracle." Lear smiled and stood out. There was no special movement, but it still attracted all the eyes. Compared to Achilless direct dominance, he was rtively peaceful. "Mars, Lie Xin. Join me, follow me, I can take you to victory, but of course, I only want the elite!" she said as her eyes stared at Zhang Runan. Unfortunately, Runan was not interested in her. Raston smiled and said, "Hello, everyone. I am Raston from the Caragal Republic, a beautiful Space City. Im very happy to participate in the IG selection." Raston had the biggest body, but he was also the friendliest. Taros seemed to haveughed, but there was a feeling of difort in it. "Hades Republic, Taros, follow me to live to thest." Although Taros aura was rather cold, his words also held considerable self-confidence. After all, he had his title not for a day or two, and whoever opposed him would not end up too good. Wasnt there a saying? Piss off a gentleman, but do not provoke a viin. Su Yan pped his hands. "Well, introductions are done. From today on, Achilles, Lie Xin, Lear, Raston, and Taros will join the training, and like everyone else, if they dont pass the test, they will get eliminated." Everyones eyes had changed. They were finally going to train alongside the five aces. That also meant that the game had officially started. The five are the pre-elected team leaders. One of them will lead the qualified yers to IG and win the honor for our sr system," Su Yan said. "Report!" Zhang Shan roared. "Say." "Sir, do you mean only they can be captains?" The rest were naturally curious. Zhang Shan spoke out the voices of everyone. Whether they couldpete for it or not, he would take the opportunity to ask. Su Yan faintly smiled. "Of course not, they are only five candidates. The captain can only be the strongest one. So now the official training begins. First do a thousand push-ups to warm up." One thousand push-ups. To the elite of the military schools, this was not a problem at all. Someone immediately got onto the ground and started to do push-ups. "Wait, have I said start now?" At this time, a group of soldiers on the spacecraft unloaded a cargo box. "Go inside to take the special training backpacks. In the backpacks there are timers and counters. If you want to loaf on the job, you will be immediately eliminated." Everyone justughed. Why did they need to loaf on the job for just a thousand push-ups? They lined up and got into the cargo box to take tactical backpacks. Yuan Ye patted the backpack. He couldnt open it and couldnt see what was inside, so he asked, "Its really light, what was inside? Carrying this to do a thousand push-ups? Isnt it the same with carrying no backpack?" They all curiously touched the backpacks. They were really very light. "Very good, you have character." Su Yan smiled. The blue sea with mild waves, golden sand under the feet, a beautiful scenery, training here was like heaven. But soon, this sense of beauty was broken. "All, set!" Although they had never set and lined up, with their elite instincts, in less than three seconds of time, the crowd naturally lined up to a five-row neat square array in ordance with their height. "Go straight ahead." Standard military order. However, they were facing the sea; they were going into the water. One, two, one, two, one. The sea was up to their calfs, but they were still marching in ones and twos. No one hesitated, they stepped forward toward the sea while keeping the team neat. Until the sea water was up to their knees, they heard the order "Halt" from the backpacks. The tactical backpacks were not just monitors, they also yed the role ofmunicationmand. "All attention! A thousand push-ups, time starts now!" Ssh, everyone fell down to the sea. Seabed push-ups? Interesting, but the sea was buoyant, so in fact, it made the push-ups easier. However, when this idea just emerged inside the minds, those light, tactical backpacks on their backs suddenly began to be heavy. Dafuq... the backpacks were soaking the water. At first they didnt think too much, as a few dozen pound was not a big deal. But not before long, they found that with time, the tactical backpacks became heavier and heavier until a certain point where it would stop gaining weight. However, it was not just absorbing the water, there was internalpression which allowed the bag to continue absorbing water. Under the huge pressure, it was difficult just to get your body out of water for a breath of air. "The faster you are, the lower the weight of the backpack. All of you can understand that if you cant pass this little push-up test, you should go back to your mommies." Su Yan smiled and waved his hand. The backpack was like a mountain pressing onto their shoulders. There was one breath allowed for a hundred pushups before they desperately had toe up for a second breath. However, it was toote to breathe the third time! The tactical backpack forced them under the water, and once the wet backpack left the water, it would instantly be heavier. In this case, a thousand times push-ups was far more than torture; it was simply the the death goding for their lives! However, no one gave up; even the weakest Aloman was also doing each push-up one by one. If a breath was not enough, they took a moment and took a second breath and another and another until their body had enough breath, then they continued to do the pushups. For the five aces, this level of training apparently did not constitute a problem. The five people had a calm expressions, and they kept the same frequency and only sshing sounds were heard from them. In the surveince room ... On the screens were the five aces. Formal training had began. For the five aces performance in the next few segments, every detail was very important. The Sr System Federation was using all their power in this training... The red lights from those five backpacks, in the eyes of the three generals, would not have any problems. Others could do one hundred pushups with one breath, but the five aces at the maximum weight could do one hundred and fifty or so! And only within a single breath! They could continue to do so. After all, they had graduated from Academy X some time ago. They also had to ensure that these five, the future of the Sr System, would not take things for granted. "Ah? Lears speed seems a little wrong, eh? He fell behind," Lie Wuqing suddenly said. The counter was shown. Achilles was obviously in the lead. Lie Xin followed behind and only had a difference of five push-ups. Raston and Taros had a difference of ten; this gap was not great. However, Lear hadgged behind Achilles by twenty. They seemed to be simr; however, there was a difference. Meng Ao faintly smiled. "He is only keeping his own rhythm, the others are chasing the rhythm of Achilles." "Again you Earth people trying to have low profiles; I really cannot stand that. How old is he? Is he not fighting now? When will he start fighting? It shows ack of spirit. After all, if he doesnt show good performance, how can he convince his teammates?" Lie Wuqing shook his head. "Old Lie, maybe Lear still has some skills he didnt show. We cannot let down our guard." Drachmach faintly smiled. Meng Ao shrugged. "The winner is not yet known, and in another way, this is well thought out." Frankly, he still hoped that Lear could show off his ability, and keeping low-key at this time had no meaning. At this time, the sixth screen magnified and got cut over. This was the intelligent prescription of the surveince system. If it detected milder muscle response, the absorption rate would be elerated, or even reach saturation, which was the reason why Lear and his mates quickly saturated. For the others, the first one to reach the saturation was not Zhang Runan, but... Wang Zheng! "...Its that kid again." Lie Wuqing blinked, picked up the coffee on the table, and took arge sip. The three all had a great question: was this weight not enough to cause pressure to his muscles? Chapter 144: All Sorts of Supernatural Powers Chapter 144: All Sorts of Supernatural Powers Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It was just incredible. All five were users of Ability X and had strong spirits matched with equally strong bodies. This was a natural result of evolution. The current difficulty of the training was trivial to them. Just like the others who had recently awakened their Ability X, their body strength wasnt that strong yet, let alone one that had not awakened it at all. "I thought this guys genes were not good at all. Now isnt the time to be mean, guys." Blunt and straightforward, that was how the people of Mars spoke. This was not to say that they were careless, but rather they found this method ofmunication to be the most beneficial. The three of them vowed that it was an absolute no. Initially, they were about to give up on Wang Zheng, but this fe was strong and ended up catching their attention. "Seems like this time it is going to get interesting, as all sorts of unusual things are happening. So be it then, this guy may be able to give the five of them a bit of stimtion and bring up theirpetitive spirits." "That is correct. Some form of challenge would be good for them lest they be toocent and lose because of overconfidence." This generation from the sr system had proved to be a glimmer of hope, but they also understood that the others were not standing idly by. Trying and failing was better than not trying at all. If the five self-confident individuals were to experience a huge upset during this practice, it would no doubt greatly improve their mentality. Wang Zheng felt awesome. This sort of harshness was nothingpared to what he went through in the cube; it was a matter of life and death inside. But this sort of training was something that simtions could never match. This was not so much about the difference in the stimtion of his senses but more of a psychological thing. No matter how realistic the simtions were, they were but simtions. This was the real deal. His body was in constant contact with the sea. Every time the waves impacted his body, he felt his cells moving in sync with them. Bing one with the environment. This truly felt enjoyable. Wang Zheng could feel that this sea could not really be called a sea, as there was something different about it. The sea and waves simted inside the cube, no matter how realistic-looking, would have a certain something missing from it. This certain something was the force of nature. Training was always done in simtion and then the skills learnt were applied onto the real battlefield. But then again, only those who survived the harsh training could disy their skills. Bonehead did not understand that simtions could only bring one so far. Breakthroughs could only be achieved in the real world. On the screen, Wang Zheng began to slow down. For a moment, he was faster than Lear and the rest. But then again, Lear and the others would never use their full strength on these sorts of things. Everyone was focused on their own matters, so they did not have the energy to pay any attention to the others. But Meng Ao and the others were getting more and more interested. There were certain types of people that normally would not attract any attention, but the more you paid attention to them, the more captivated you became. Because Wang Zheng was doing the pushups with only one hand, the other hand in the water was empty. "This is how the people from Earth keep a low profile. They possess a quiet confidence in themselves," Meng Ao exined. Possessing strong abilities but never showing off and focusing on himself to further enhance his abilities, only by doing this would a soldier be stronger. Those who were on the same level as Meng Ao all shared amon appreciation for soldiers who were down-to-earth. But the more of a genius a person was, the more arrogant he became even if he seemingly had a calm exterior. There was something different about this kid! Achilles was the first to finish. The time recorded was eight minutes and thirty-one seconds. Lie Xin was slower by five seconds. The reason being was she had entered the water a little slower than expected. Having a huge bust size hindered her training asionally, and she had thoughts about having their size reduced. On the contrary, she decided against it as this was a form of admitting defeat. Raston and Taros finished at the same time. They were ten seconds behind Lie Xin, but this difference in timing proved nothing. Looking on, Lear had not finished yet. Taross eyes lit up and he let out a meaningful smile. In exactly ten minutes, Lear stood up. The counter disyed an exact 1000 integer. His tactical backpack started to pour out the sea water that was sucked in. Pretty good pace. "Ten minutes as expected, the best result of the first round." The underwater push-ups with the tactical backpack was one of the training regimes of Academy X. This was not their first time attempting this. The best results were under ten minutes, the second best were between ten minutes and fifteen minutes. Beyond fifteen minutes was considered to be just merely a pass. What about failure? Students of Academy X did not get results like that, neither would any of them ever receive this result. Any such individual would have been removed even before the training started. Inside the monitoring room, the disy on the seventh screen was erged. It wasnt the backpack reaching its limit but an rm. "Ten minutes withouting up for air?" "Skin breathing....it is an alternative ability. It is not prominent and is even considered to be a weak ability. However, under certain circumstances, it is very useful." "This young seedling has potential, he haspleted it too." In sixth ce was someone from Titan. He was a hundred and eighty centimeters tall, but this was considered to be normal in a circle of elites. He was the person who performed the body hardening ability during the bonfire night, his name was Stocker. As he stood up, he attracted the attention of the five others. Eleven minutes, this was considered eptable at Academy X. "A buddy from Titan?" Rastonughed and walked over. Stockerughed and nodded. He could use skin breathing while underwater. He originally wanted to snatch first ce, but it seemed like he did not make it. The five of them who did better were monsters, but then again, he did not immediately ept Rastons invitation. Those with ability had to choose their partners carefully. This was the most important part when it came to being a captain. The ability to qualify for the IGpetition rested on the ability to discern a strong teammate from a weak one. Choose wrongly and it would not end well. Raston didnt mind. Conversations were free. Attitude was the key, everything had its value. One after another, more people came up. Most of them were from Mars and the Eight Stars of the Moon. When Milo stood up from the waters, she attracted a lot of looks. However, when she stood behind Achilles, everyones eyes shifted to the floor. The number of gazes that fell on to Meng Tian was even more in number. This was a perfect woman in an imperfect ce. She was a little cold to the others, but this was because of her Ability X. There were rumors that her ability had the property of ice and thus the colder she was towards a person, the more she felt affection towards him. But of course, this was only directed to the one she was attracted to. Lear gave her a faint smile. Meng Tian calmly wiped the water off her face. Lear did not mind Meng Tians attitude at all. Everyone had their preferred way of doing things. The special thing about Lear was his self-confidence, it was different from anyone elses. Wang Zheng finished a littlete, sixteen minutes and thirty-five seconds. In the end he had to use both fingers. He originally intended to only use one but found it to be too slow. People had their limits after all, but it would be amazing if a person could surpass it. Thest person was weed by everyone, the fatty Luo Fei. The fatty stood behind Lear and whispered softly to him, "I ate too much yesterday, so I had a stomach ache this morning and did not have the time to settle that..." Everyone moved away immediately. Bloody hell, he hadnt released some weird stuff into the water, had he? Just when everyone thought that they could stop for some rest, Su Yan appeared again, smiling. "No bad, no one actually got disqualified. Next up youll run around the ind for tenps. If you do notplete that, you will not receive food and sleep." Even those students who would score an eight or nine on physical tests immediately turned pale. Running was nothing, tenps around the field was also nothing. But running around the ind... Everyone looked up at the blue sky and finally understood why this ce was called Demon Ind. The demon asionally gave you a few minutes to do as you saw fit, but the price to pay was extremely heavy. Everyone soon became aware of another serious problem: this ind wasntrge, but it wasnt exactly small either. Onep mightve been okay, but tenps??? Holy sh*t, how long would it take? Not to mention a day, could they evenplete it in three days? What sort of training was this? It was more akin to abuse. There was no way they would be able toplete this. "It has already begun, the map is disyed on your bracelets. Oh, and I almost forgot, you can cut corners, but thatp will not be counted," Su Yan said, smiling. It was a good feeling watching everyone suffer. Achilles smiled. "Sir Su, this task is nothing to the people of the Moon. Lets go!" It was obvious that Achilles had conserved his physical strength. Milo and the others followed behind him with smiling faces. Initially, there was not much of a gap in between the students, but as the training stretched on, so did the distance between them. This was a test of endurance. The people from the Moon headed out quickly. On the Mars side, they too smiled. "We the people from Mars have never lost, lets head out as well!" With that said, a group of people headed out with Lie Xin. In a short time, they had overtaken Achilless group. The desire to win was the strongest point of the people from Mars. Except that these tenps were not only about speed. Endurance was equally important. Everyone had set out. Lear did not pay any attention to Luo Fei and set off on his own. Luo Fei had a sad expression on his face. This test was going to take a lot out of him. "Fatty, with that sort of look on your face, you might as well give up now. At least you will keep your reputation intact." The people who passed by would ridicule him. "We better get going too," Wang Zheng said. He could feel that Meng Tian, Zhang Runan, and Zhang Shan were a little tired. The training here was indeed a little inhumane. Meng Tian had strong abilities, but in the previous test, she had not performed well. Zhang Runan performed about the same as her. She had excellent abilities, but shecked sufficient daily training. She could perform well for short periods of time, but once caught in a fierce battle, her performance deteriorated. This would be a tough battle for her. "Lets go, weve alreadye too far to give up." Zhang Shan was really tired and his breathing had not stabilized yet. Out of everyone, his abilities and foundation were the worst. "You can do it," Zhang Runan said suddenly, surprising Zhang Shang. "It cant be, Manly Sister Runan is actually praising me." "You consider this praising? Im afraid that youre going to fall behind," Zhang Runan said. "Haha, the menfolk of Ares would never be afraid. F*ck, weve already been disqualified too much. We need to see this until the end no matter what!" Zhang Shan beat on his chest. And the four of them went on their way. Wang Zheng took the lead while the other three followed behind. The person leading the group shouldve been even more tired than the rest, but Wang Zheng.....was actually not tired. Chapter 145: Power Chapter 145: Power Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Their speed was not fast, but Wang Zheng did not dare to go any faster, as going faster would not help. Instead, he would only drag Meng Tian and the crowd down as they could not maintain a quicker pace. He could feel the breathing of the three other people. When their bodies recovered from the warm up stage, they would be fine. On the screen, the rest of the participants sort of formed into groups while moving forward. The speed of the Martians also decreased over time. Half an hour was enough to let the passion die down because there were still nineps remaining. In contrast, the people of the Moon had maintained a stable speed. Achilles was like an eternal light lighting the way ahead for the crowd. The same Achilles was also in control of the cadence of the group. Lear had performed disappointingly by running his own race. Leadership, which was the focus of the training, could not be seen from him at all. What was the use if he was fast alone but left his only assistant, Luo Fei, behind? The fatty was now inst ce as his speed was really not fast. Raston led the people from the Republic of Caragal. Taros acted the same way Lear did, moving forward alone. Soon he rushed to the front of everyone, evidently nning to take the lead. "Zhang Shan, adjust your breathing and stabilize your pace by reducing your breathing speed by a little," Wang Zheng said Zhang Shan smiled. "I know, but how the f*ck can we finish this running exercise?" "We just began and you are discouraged already?" Meng Tian said. Being looked down on by a beauty was absolutely not okay, it was detrimental to the dignity of 007. "Do not worry, I will definitely not be the first one to fall." The inds path was not easy to walk on. As the four people kept their speed, three groups were formed. Taros led the first group, Wang Zheng and his friends led the second group, and Luo Fei led the third group. The Titan and Europa participants were not good at running, so endurance training like this really gave them a headache. ording to the map guide, an hourter, Taros reached the beach. About five kilometers across the sea, Taros looked back behind, and his mouth showed a trace of sneer before he jumped into the sea and swam to the other side like a flying fish. The second group of people that arrived were the people of the Moon led by Achilles. "Boss has no new tricks. We ought to take this opportunity and kill Taros now; We cannot let him show off in front of us," Dong Xiaosa said. Achilles slightly shook his head. "This is just the beginning, there is no hurry." "Little Dongdong, do not be worried. Taros cannot run away from the boss. Just make sure you do not fall behind." Pi Xiaoxiuughed. "Do you want a beating? Do not call me Little Dongdong!" "Alright, little Dongdong!" It was clear that the participants from the Moon were quite rxed. "You two, stop making trouble and get into the water." The only girl in the team, Milo, was always very loved. "Milo, do you want to go skinny dipping? I promise I will not look," Atos ridiculed. When he finished speaking, he got thrown directly into the sea by a few people. Atos emitted a sharp cry, "You group of people care about girls more than an innocent life! Murder!" "Beat him up." Milo gave the order as a group of people chased him into the sea, eager for a bruising. This training was absolutely draining for some people, but for some others it was a metaphorical holiday. The people from the Moon used this rxed atmosphere to reduce their muscle tension and exertion from the previous training. Reducing energy consumption made it easier to deal with the exertion from the warm up, allowing them to recover quicker. In the sea, the nine people became very calm as they swam towards the other side. When Achilles and others dove into the water, Lear had just arrived. He stayed for a while and soon disappeared into the sea without a trace of a ssh. The Martians led by Lie Xin also arrived. "Arent we going to chase them?" Ma Hong asked. "Do not worry, if you rush forward too wholeheartedly, your spirit and motivation will weaken if you are unable to endure," Lin Ruofeng said with a smile. Lie Xin showed a pondering smile. "These guys want to y dirty. Do they really think we Martians have no brains? Id like to see what they want to do." "ying dirty?" Carl got confused. "Taros is a real viin, but its rtively simple to defend against this kind of person. Raston is a rare gentleman. He is generous, and hes not our enemy," Lie Xin said. "Then Lear and Achilles are problems?" Carl was a little puzzled. With the Moon peoples personality and strength, it seemed that no one was their opponent. "Carl, you are too naive. If we can see Lear scheming, thenparatively, Achilles is a schemer that has deceived everyone otherwise." Lin Ruofengughed. As the military assistant to Lie Xin, just like Milos role, he had a detailed understanding of their future opponents. "Just like Ruofeng said, Lears and Achilles styles in doing things are different. When Lear does things, you will not know what he wants until the end. When Achilles does things, even if you manage to guess what he wants to do, you cannot stop him," said Lie Xin. The Martians did not think Lie Xin would give these people such a high evaluation. Soon, Lie Xinughed. "To know ones own strength and the enemys is the sure way to victory. The strongest group is still us Martians and Lie Guang will be back soon!" When everyone heard this, they all got a shock, for the Lie family had an "outcast". They heard that in Academy X, this person had beaten up a teacher and was expelled from the school. He had been rebellious since childhood, and in other ces, he mightve been beaten up so much that his mother could not recognise him, but in Mars, it was like another matter. The family let Lie Guang grow without restraint! Lie Xin jumped into the water like a mermaid. Her clothes stuck close to her body, showing off her unparalleled body. This sight pumped up the strength level of the group of Martians. Beauty could improve adrenaline secretions to a great extent; it was like of injecting half a tube of stimnt. An hour and a halfter, Fatty arrived at the beach. Looking at the sea, Fattys face seemed as though he had eaten a bitter gourd. What was more painful than running was swimming; he would rather burrow himself in a hole than get into the water. But in this stage, he was clearly not allowed to burrow into a hole. Fatty stamped his feet and bit the bullet. He jumped into the water from a small cliff and began to swim forward. "This little Fatty is favored by Lear, but hes too weak." Lie Wuqing was dumbfounded On the battlefield, they didnt need people who could only run away. Meng Ao was also a little embarrassed. Had he known that such a shameful person was here, he would have just eliminated him. He didnt know what Lear was up to, but he acted as he pleased. "Wang Zheng isnt doing well. He is too caring towards his team, and theyre dragging down his own speed," Drachmach said. The team or the individual, this had always been a multiple choice question with no fixed answer. The other three peoples physical strengths were very mediocre, especially that Zhang Shan. Although he was trying to follow, he was too slow, slower than the two girls. "He did not learn to cut his losses early." Lie Wuqingughed. Zhang Shans physical proficiency was too low. It was definitely due to luck that he could actually reach the second stage and not be eliminated. Wang Zheng and others who were in front constantly got caught up to, and soon the Europa College led by Yuan Ye also caught up. "Maiden, its a fate that we meet again," Yuan Ye said. Song Li also smiled. Their performance in the kill of the Zerg Queen was also very praiseworthy, and they got a high score. As long as they made no mistakes, they could get promoted for sure. Zhang Runan stared at Yuan Ye but did not pay attention to him. "Folks, I will go ahead. Fight on!" Yuan Ye saluted. After all, he represented the Europa College; otherwise, he would have joined Zhang Runan. "Boss, that Zhang Shan seems to be dying. He can hold on for at most two moreps." "If it were me, I would simply let go of him and save the team." Though the voices of those three people were quiet, they still spread to the ears of Zhang Shan, and it was a great blow towards Zhang Shans self-esteem. "You three go ahead, I can do it alone!" Zhang Shan said. Meng Tian faintly looked at Zhang Shan. "He couldnt even take an insult. How did he get into the Physics Department with this IQ?" "Zhang Shan, there are tenps, we dont know who willugh at the end yet," Wang Zheng said. And Zhang Runan was simpler, she directly kicked Zhang Shan in the butt. "I will kill you if you keep nagging." She was really a domineering, super manly sister! Zhang Shan clenched his teeth and his heart felt warm. F*ck, even if he would die from the run, he could not drag the team down. Zhang Shan had passed the first stage of fatigue and was reaching the second stage of fatigue. Most of the other people were still in the first stage of physical fatigue and were just fine; this was the result of long-term training. With the passage of time, a terrible thing happened. Someone had beenpped. After thepletion of the firstp, the crowd did not have any sense of joy, because there were nineps to go. Sh*t, simply endless running. But at this point, no one would be a sucker and quit. Luo Fei once again came to the beach. He was still inst ce when he suddenly felt a figure pass by him. "Trash." The shadow that rushed by left a single word and disappeared. It was the secondp for Taros. Fatty bitterly smiled. Jesus Christ, what were these guys made of? They didnt need to rush forward so quickly, what were they anxious about? Not long after, Achilles and the Eight Stars appeared. They too were quite surprised to see Fatty. They then realized what had happened, they hadpped him. It was really quite a miserable scene. People who coulde here were all prideful, so gettingpped before running for long was really shameful. "Hey, little Fatty, you are running so fast, whichp are you in?" Atos chuckled. After living on Mars for some time, Atos had also picked up some bad habits. Masasi frowned. "Keep quiet." "Haha, just a joke. But I really need to know, when did King Lears senses be so bad that he would choose this person. This is really funny." The participants from the Moon passed by. Achilles did not even look at him. "Its been a few years since west met, but Lear has be weaker. His senses have be worse." Dong Xiaosai was also not polite. After all, Lear was his former mainpetitor. He was a bit surprised by how fast he fell. Luo Fei stopped, then his body sank into the water. Fatty was not afraid of ridicule. To be urate, he wasughed at ever since he was young. Laughing even made one ten years younger. It was not a big deal to beughed at. But he absolutely did not allow anyone to talk sh*t about Lear! Fatty once again emerged from the water. His eyes were filled with something strange. He cut a path through the water and rushed out. And behind him, Lear floated up. His eyes never changed. Chapter 146: An Unleashed Fatty is Scary! Chapter 146: An Unleashed Fatty is Scary! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The first time he saw this Fatty was when thetter was being beaten up. The reason was simple: the more fat one has, the morefortable they are to hit! Lear had been at the pinnacle since a young age. This sort of man like Fatty was not worth his time, much less the effort to do anything to him. ording to Lears family, the weak must be shunned and this world belonged to the strong. But something weird happened that day. Fatty was constantly being beaten up, but he never made a sound; he even smiled the entire time. That smile stirred something in Lears heart. Thus he took action and broke someones limbs that day. Lear paid no more attention to that matter, but what followed after was weird to him. No matter where he went, this Fatty would always show up. This Fatty had even qualified and entered Zeus College. Furthermore, he was an Ability X user. One with a truly fearsome Ability X. As Atos swam behind his group, he was rxed and hummed a tune. This sort of test was not challenging at all. That Fatty was pretty funny back there with his face looking like an airbag. Suddenly, Atos face froze. Something had grabbed hold of his leg and pulled him underwater. He was about to open his mouth but found out that he did not have the strength to. It was as if something had drained all of his energy. Just before Atos fainted, he heard a cold, sinisterugh. At this moment, a sound boomed from the sky. "Atos, eliminated." The people from Earth stopped. Achilles had a grave expression. He had been swimming in the front about ten meters away from the others. This was considered a safe distance, but someone had actuallymitted sabotage under his watch "F*ck! Who dares to mess with us!" Dong Xiaosa spit angrily. "Seems like we were too careless. Someone could not endure anymore." Achilles grew angry. "Lets carry on" It would be impossible to search for a person right now, and perhaps the opponents intentions were to let them specte as to what happened. Atos elimination reminded the others that although this was merely a run, it did not guarantee their safety. Any mistake would cost them. They did not know who actually had the audacity to strike at someone from the Moon. Was it Taros? Or Lear? Or someone from Mars? Seemed like the team captains battle had started. Everyone had suspects in mind, but no one thought of Fatty. While Atos first thoughts after waking up were that he actually trusted that damned Taros! That sinisterughter could not havee from anyone besides him, it must have been him because Atos had called Taros ugly. Inside the monitoring room, Drachmach had a pale expression. "Meng Ao, your guys clearly have grantly disregarded the rules." Meng Ao did not speak but merely shrugged. A little ruthlessness did not matter. "The person has already been eliminated, so why should the Earthlings be eliminated? To think that the Fatty was a wolf in sheeps clothing. He actually managed to sabotage Achilless team right under his nose. His ability is worthy of being considered for the main force." spoke Lie Wuqing with a strong ruthless smile. He appeared to be helping Meng Ao but at the same time stabbed him in the back. Meng Ao did not say anything. Having witnessed what had just happened gave him quite a deep shock. This Fatty was actually incredible. Up until now, he had only disyed his skills of perception, sneaking, and the ability to expose weaknesses. One on one, Atos was not afraid of him, but when it came to underhanded tactics, Atos was not his match. These were the qualities of a top quality recon scout! With this event, the pace of the training changed. The battle between the team captains had begun. Just like everyone had anticipated, it was hopeless toplete the training in a day. When night fell, the most anyone hadpleted was fiveps. Their speed was getting slower and slower. This training had a disgusting condition, no one was allowed to stop for more than ten minutes or thep would be voided. Zhang Shan could not run anymore. He could not feel his legs anymore and he did not want to be a burden to Wang Zheng and the others. Never in his wildest dreams could he imagine that Meng Tian and Zhang Runan had better endurance than him. Users of Ability X did indeed have better recovery speed than normal people. Wang Zheng was an exception, that monster. "Perhaps I am more suited to doing research" this thought shed in Zhan Shans head just before he lost consciousness. He had endured until he actually fainted. After an unknown amount of time, Zhang Shan regained consciousness. He felt himself moving, and upon opening his eyes, he discovered that Wang Zhen was actually carrying him on his back. There were no rules that stated a person could not carry another. Then again, the person who set the rules never anticipated that someone would still have the strength to do so. The three generals wereughing with tears in their eyes. Was this f*cker really still human? Despite carrying another person, Wang Zheng did not slow down at all. He was a living monster! Both Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were stunned. When they looked at Wang Zhengs face, they saw the look of confidence and trust. Initially, Meng Tian did not know how she felt towards Wang Zheng, but now she finally understood. Whenever he was around, she did not feel cold and distant, but rather warm inside. Zhang Shan could feel tears welling up. F*cking hell, he, as a man, was actually getting emotional. What a shame! "Put me down Wang Zheng, Im able to carry on now," Zhang Shan said. "Ill carry you for some distance," Zhang Runan said. She was better at carrying the heavy man. "No worries, I can make it-OUCH." Upon getting off Wang Zheng and trying to stand, Zhang Shan discovered that his legs had no strength as he copsed on to the floor. Zhang Runan held him steady. "You overexerted yourself, so youll need some time to adapt again." "Sorry to have burdened you guys" "Are you a man or not? Saying such sentimental words. Dont let others know that you are one of us," Zhang Runan said. Both Wang Zheng and Meng Tianughed. The Manly Sister still had some fight in her. After half an hour, Zhang Shans body had adapted to the strain. He had pretty good physical strength and hence could recover quickly. Yet then again, Wang Zheng had carried him for almost a quarter of ap. No one knew who hadmitted the sabotage and gotten Atos eliminated. Everyone was on alert, but it also took too much energy. If they bumped into another group, they would just keep their distance and pass by quietly. The three generals had no intention of watching the participants progress through the entire night. This much would do, and they woulde back and view the results tomorrow. Time slowly ticked by, and with Wang Zhengs and Zhang Runans help, Zhang Shan hadpleted the seventhp. It would be dawn soon, and Taros, who was in the lead, had only managed toplete the eighthp. It was obvious that he had slowed down, as half of his attention was focused on staying alert. No one knew who the saboteur was, but they knew he was ruthless. Each person that the saboteur eliminated would benefit him greatly. Taros suspected that the saboteur may have been Achilles himself. He might have intentionally sacrificed Atos to let the others stop and check up on them. As long as Achilles disadvantaged the others, no one else would be able to challenge him. He would be able to sweep aside all that stood against him. Some people suspected Taros, some suspected Lear, and others suspected Achilles. There were some who even suspected Wang Zheng. But no one ever suspected the Fatty. Without anyone else knowing, the Fatty hadpleted his seventhp. He was in the middle of the pack, neither too fast nor too slow. But then again, the Fatty was actually controlling his pace. ording to Lear, characters like Luo Fei needed to be cultivated. Luo Fei mightve even been a little bipr, bumbling around on one hand yet once triggered would be horrible and insidious. But the one thing about Luo Fei was that he had loyalty. And to this regard, he had absolute loyalty to Lear. The servants of house Chronos valued loyalty above all. It was the number one value, as well as the second and third. Compared to other weak fatties, this Fatty was sufficiently ruthless. But to Lear, he was not ruthless enough. Had it been Lear whomitted the sabotage, he would have totally destroyed his opponents. But of course, the risks had to be proportionate to the rewards. Time was running out and he had no intention of giving up first ce. It did not matter what happened during the start, the burst of energy at the end was what mattered. During thepetition, Lear constantly monitored the opponents that were considered a threat. Achilles was too self-confident, Raston was too positive and he alsocked ambition. Taros could be ignored. Wang Zheng...he was na?ve, but he actually could carry a person and run at the same time. Only he could havee up with such an idea. Wang Zheng cared for his teammates, and with that he disyed the spirit of Ares College. But in order to save a piece of trash, he had not only wasted precious time, he also dragged down his entire team. Those who did not have the potential should just give up. But then again, this could work out too. Lear now knew Wang Zhengs weakness, and it would provide an advantage inbat. However, Lie Xin was a woman, and that was awkward. Lear was good at dealing with men but not women. But he firmly believed that women had no ce in this sort of field. After havingpleted his personal objectives, Lear started to increase his speed. Achilles had the same conclusion, neither of them considered Taros to be a threat. "Ruofeng, you lead the team. I am about to head off soon," Lie Xin said. It was about time she made her move. "Dont worry about us, Captain." Lie Xins expression changed from one that was fatigued to one that was full of energy. She then instantly elerated. This was nothing usual to the people of Mars; there was nothing that the Lie family could not do. "There are only a fewps left, Wang Zheng! Runan and I will take care of Zhang Shan and not let him fall behind. You go on ahead!" Meng Tian said. She continued to maintain her calmness. It was obvious that Wang Zheng had been conserving his strength. "Go on ahead, Wang Zheng! Dont worry, the people of dormitory 007 are not cowards. They would never give up," Zhang Shan said. This was the true meaning of brotherhood. He had been on the verge of giving up several times but held on because of everyones encouragement. Although Zhang Runans methods were more rude. Wang Zheng nodded. "Then Ill make a move first." Having said that and with a huff, Wang Zhengs silhouette faded away. The three of them were left stunned. "What is this fellow made of? He still had so much strength." In fact, there were about a dozen people who had started to speed up. In this sort of marathon battle, you had to maintain a decent performance in the first half, but thetter half was the critical part. Thetter half was also a test in itself because if you exerted your strength too early, you would never maintain it until the finishing line. Exert toote and it will definitely affect the end result. Taros was in the lead. As he got closer to victory, his mood brightened. The first ce holder of every event would be recorded. In every subsequent performance review in the military, this would definitelye in handy. On top of that, he would give a good image of himself to the generals. And it goes without saying that his status within the Hades Republic would be further elevated. But his map showed that there were ten dots that had increased their speed. Some had even elerated past his current pace. It seemed like the others were not content with his position and were looking to overtake him. Currently, the fastestp timing still belonged to him. Chapter 147: Dash. Chapter 147: Dash. Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "The children all sped up." "I thought they had no ambition." "These little guys are more mature than we were." When the three generals were young, they were also high-spirited and wanted to dominate the world. They were really brilliant, but ultimately they did not break through the scope of the sr system. Instead, they had experienced a variety of things. Richness and power, vanity and grudges. To this age, the dreams of these old men had in their youth were the most sincere. Since they could no longer do so, they wanted their inheritors to be able toplete them. Rush ahead at full speed! Taros elerated. Victory was so close! Achilles elerated. The Sun Gods self-confidence was clear. Although he had fallen behind a little, he could still get first ce. His top speed was truly amazing. Lie Xin still looked tender and beautiful, it did not look like she had been struggling for an entire day and night. She too was running forward at full speed. Lear also sped up. He was very fast, but with his current speed, it seemed as though he wouldnt catch up. The only one behind them was Raston. Rastons n was very simple. He was not the fastest, so even if he elerated, he wouldnt be able to be first. In the first group, Titans Stocker also began to elerate and his extreme speed in the water allowed him to maintain his lead. His goal was to reach the top five. As long as he could get the position of a reserve captain, he could be famous. Suddenly, a wind blew and stirred the surrounding trees ... it seemed like something had passed through. F*ck, were there ghosts around? In the dark there were ghostsing and going? Stocker trembled and moved forward even quicker. Wang Zheng had rushed forward by tens of meters, and was only running faster. Wang Zhengs movement was indeed ghostly, the surrounding trees were the tool for his long distance jumps from time to time, allowing him to constantly advance quickly. At this time, Wang Zheng felt that his body was finally in a state of recovery. The first stage of fatigue begin to pass by with the elerated activity. His bodys heat was rising; the feeling was veryfortable and felt invigorating. Although this was just a man-made satellite, it had formed a small cycle of nature, quite like the that on Earth. Wang Zheng could feel that his surroundings were bing more and more clear and the darkness was disappearing, and it had little impact on him. While the other people were obstructed in the dark environment, the speed of Wang Zheng only increased. The Five Elements. Now that Wang Zheng remembered, he had actually heard it from his father a long time ago. He said that the five elements of the body are the same as the building blocks of the universe as the universe too had only these five elements. In fact, there were many different understandings about this, but he admired this exnation. At that point, Wang Zheng refuted it. This ssification was not appropriate. Although there was a sea on Earth, it did not exist on a lot of others, but his father did not exin why. Now Wang Zheng understood, this was not the literal meaning. The Five Elements were spiritual and not to be taken in a literal sense. Taros was shocked because his record of the fastestp was broken. In fact there was a madman who was catching up crazily. Who was it? The abnormal Lear? Achilles? Not likely, these two men should be always following behind him. There was someone who could run so fast in this bunch of people? Not only that, although this person just increased his speed, he was being followed by another person who was also abnormally fast. Who was it this time? Taros also started using his full strength. If he got overtaken at thest point, it would be like getting up early buting to workte, something just too shameful. At this time, a lot of people felt their power awakening. The more they exerted their physical strength, the more power was grasped from their potential in their genes. When it was almost time forpletion, their power would invariably break out. Burst strength differed from person to person. Luo Fei was in the top ten. The Fatty had just refreshed the record for fastestp, but it did not take long for it to be broken. Which crazy man was running so fast? And that person was much faster than him. Wang Zheng became faster and faster. Although his body was dashing toward the front, his whole body had entered an ethereal state. Even he himself did not expect this. He had only reached this realm in his dreams. While dashing, he became one with nature, feeling the vitality of life and the power of nature. The stress from fatigue and from the increased speed which had been umted had been released! It was like his spirit had suddenly been released. The experience from some time ago had also helped boost his understanding. The Five Elements were like five invisible naughty wizards dominating the world. In the past, he could only feel their presence, but now Wang Zheng seemed to be able to "see" them. Wang Zheng understood that he had taken a step forward towards an improvement in his understanding. Unfortunately, the space city was too small. The cycle of nature was notplete and he could not understand the elementspletely. However, Earth was toorge and that too posed a problem. It seemed as though it might not be so easy to form aplete understanding of the elements. Wang Zheng did not know the uproar which his swift speed had brought about. "Damn, who is this? Is he mad? What s that speed? Is this guy driving a car?" "I didnt know that there was such a master hidden in this group. Isnt he tired?" Not only the general students noticed this, but Lear and the others also noted that persons performance. Achilles was a little surprised. It seemed that he had underestimated this group of participants. There truly were crouching tigers and hidden dragons. Things were getting interesting. Lear got a little surprised for a moment. A figure emerged in his heart and his mouth had a trace of a meaningful smile. He was nning to elerate, but he suddenly decided against it. Stocker clenched his teeth. He wanted to keep his position. He hade to this point, so how could he give up now? Fatty Fei also ran about wildly. He was not afraid of losing face for himself, but he could not lose face for Lear. This was Fattys dignity. Anyone could look down on him, but he couldnt let Lear look down on him. A flying Fatty was dashing forward. His footwork was not much worse than Wang Zhengs. When he was running, he used both his hands and feet. It seemed like he didnt have formal training, so it was done entirely by his instincts. Although it was wild, it was extremely coordinated. Now that it was thest moment, many people had shown their real abilities. Zhang Shan and others looked at the map and the sudden change of speed of the numerous dots on it, whileughing and crying. "This shouldnt be called IG training, they should call it a monster training camp." Zhang Shan had been really discouraged once, but that feeling had passed. Since he had persisted this far, he really felt that he could hold up even in the face of even more difficult training. Having such a result from only a few months of formal training, he believed he had been able to live up to the expectations of his own teammates. Wang Zheng was just too fearsome. Just as he thought this, he felt movement behind him. Wang Zheng had appeared. "Really? I have beenpped already?" Wang Zheng waved his hand and rushed past. The three people looked at each other with confusion. Meng Tians eyes showed a trace of admiration and a little confusion. His meleebat strength was very strong, his physical strength was also very good; didnt he just go through basic training? He heard Ye Zisu say that he just practiced by his own, but how could general practice push him this far? "I think Wang Zheng should be the captain," Zhang Runan said. "So do I." "I agree too!" In the first stage, under the leadership of Wang Zheng, when the conditions were not ideal for everyone, they still sessfully killed the Queen Zerg. Although they all felt lucky, every step was stable. Where did lucke into y? And in the distribution of personnel, everyone had yed to their own strengths so that they couldplete the task with no damage to themselves. In the eyes of others, it seemed like luck, but wasnt it their strength? Just because Wang Zheng was not famous... "We should also speed up. We cant lose face for the captain," Zhang Shan said. "No problem for us, are you okay?" Zhang Runan asked. "What a joke, you asked if a man was okay!" Taking big steps, Student Zhang ran forward. Another hour had passed and the sun began to rise. Yet at this moment the strongest wave of people had begun to gather. There was no more than onep left. The horns of the final decisive battle had sounded. First were Taros and Achilles. There was not much distance between the two. The third was Lie Xin and the fourth was ... ... Luo Fei. This little fatty had even jumped up to fourth ce, which was probably something no one had even imagined. Dong Xiaosa and those people, when they saw Fatty, they only thought going through their minds was that he was beingpped again. The fifth was Stocker. The swimming part was very time and strength consuming. At the same time this was the biggest advantage Stocker had as he could swim fast and had high endurance. The sixth was Lear. Lear... No one knew what he was thinking. You could see he was not exerting himself, but didnt he want to be a captain? The seventh was Pi Xiaoxiu. During the final stage of the sprint, he was the fastest among the Eight Stars Although the other peoples speed was not slow, the strength of the Moon still ced them as the first group. Eighth was Raston despite the fact that he was not good at running. After all, his strength was his forte. The ninth was Lin Ruofeng, the 2nd strongest among the Martians. He looked weak, unlike most Martians, but he had a good foundation. The tenth was Wang Zheng. Student Wang had surprisingly gotten into the top ten. Although he had fallen behind by a lot since the start, his speed was amazing and he was catching up. While the others were slowing down in the dark, he was elerating. The first group had entered the final fight. One more swim through the water and then a short sprint onnd would lead to the finish line. At the finish line, Meng Ao and the others were waiting. At this moment, it was clear that it was more meaningful to witness the scene personally. The three generals also started betting amongst themselves. Lie Wuqing and Drachmach, of course, bet on their own people that they would win. Only Meng Ao felt depressed. Lear did not have the intention to fight. Hence had nothing to say, and he could only be quiet. Achilles had caught up with Taros. Taros clenched his teeth. "This damn kid, couldnt he just lose for once.." "Achilles, this time, I will defeat you!" "Haha, can you even defeat me?" Achilles was always so confident. He had never been afraid to challenge anyone. He weed any strong challengers. Taros was angry indeed. Although the five people were equally famous, in Academy X, no one had ever defeated Achilles. Otherwise, this guy would not have gotten the title of the Sun God. Taros could not stand this overly arrogant guy. It was as if he was born to be superior. "If wepare our sheer speed, you are not as good as me. Do you dare to bet against me?" Taros said. "No problem. What do you want to bet with?" "Whoever loses will quit thepetition and support the other," Taros said. "Then you can wait to be my subordinate." Achillesughed and instantly passed by Taros with a persons width distance between them The madmen began to show their madness. Taros followed Achilles closely, but the distance didnt close. Chapter 148: A Gasp of Surprise Chapter 148: A Gasp of Surprise Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lie Xin had a fiery sense of determination. As time went on, the distances between the top ten decreased. "The final battle will be decided by their speed in the sea." This portion of the sea was going to slow a lot of people down, so whoever swam the fastest would win. Luo Fei had an anguished look. He performed well onnd, but he felt awkward in the water. It was not to say that he was weak in the water, but rather this was not his forte. But at this point in time, he could only clench his teeth and carry on. Lear, Stocker, and Pi Xiaoxiu came within view of each other. The coast was just up ahead and soon they would be in the water. The four people in front had already begun to cross the sea. Another silhouette came in to view. That was not Luo Feng, neither was it Raston. Who wasing towards them? Was that Wang Zheng? Wang Zheng had caught up Hadnt this kid beenpped? Stocker could not care less as the water was his domain. Plop, plop, plop.... The sounds of people jumping into the water were heard before Wang Zheng jumped in too. The feeling of the sea against his body was wonderful. Once in the water, Wang Zheng shot through it like an arrow. Wang Zheng overtook Pi Xiaoxiu in an instant. Pi Xiaoxiu was stunned. Someone who had beenpped was actually this determined to perform at the end? Had he found courage after being shamed? Stocker was surprised to find the waters behind him surging. F*cking hell, someone was actually chasing after him? What audacity! While rampaging forward, Stocker discovered that the person behind him was not struggling for air at all. "You dare to challenge me?" "Ill oust you as you suffocate in the water!" That was Stockers ability. It was not to say that he did not need toe up for air, as under strenuous exercise, even he would still require oxygen, merely that he was able to oust others. Both of them were like flying fish; they had superb speed. Ten minutes had passed, and under such a high speed situation, Stocker started to feel breathless and had trouble keeping up the pace. But the person behind him did not seem to have this problem. Stocker started to feel dizzy in his head. He bit down on his tongue and tried to carry on, but his mouth started to foam up from theck of oxygen. If he carried on like this, he would actually be putting himself at a huge risk. He swallowed his pride and went up for air, gasping hard. He could see the other figure speeding towards him. Who the f*ck was that!? Stocker continued on, but once his oxygen was spent, he could no longer keep up and had to take a breath of air first. At this moment, Lear also overtook Stocker. Stocker would not dare toin if it was Lear as his strength had already been proven. Achilles and Taros were directlypeting with each other, and Lie Xin had caught up. It was like she was a mermaid, adept and agile in the water while coupled with an otherworldy beauty. This environment was not the forte of the Martians, it could be even considered a weakness, but it seemed like Lie Xin had managed to find a way around it. Holy cow, a woman was capable of anything when she wanted to win. But Achilles was not using his full strength yet. At this time there was anothermotion at the back. Someone else had caught up, and that person had directly overtaken Lie Xin. Lie Xin was stunned. Where the f*ck did this persone from? Was he someone who had beenpped but eager to prove himself at the end? Achilles looked through the darkness and saw that it was Wang Zheng who wasing towards them at high speeds. Taros also felt that this was bizarre. This guy had already beenpped and yet he was outshining everyone else. Achilles had begun topletely ignore Taros and he moved towards him. After a few minutes, Wang Zheng had already caught up. Wang Zheng began to pick up more and more speed. Achilless speed also started to pick up. Taros attempted to increase his speed too but just could not do it physically. While Wang Zheng appeared to not need toe up for oxygen, Achilles, on the other hand, had toe up for air. Yet even then, his speed wasparable to Wang Zhengs. The distance between the both of them and the others started to growrger andrger. They were both in a deadlock for first ce. Taros was furious. What he hated about that bastard Achilles was not that he was strong but rather that he looked down on others. What about the duel that was agreed upon? Taros was upset that he was falling behind; however, he knew that he had no chance of catching up to the both of them. The gaze in Achilless eyes grew more intense. Learsck of care made him feel helpless, but he knew that Lear was doing it on purpose. However, he could not reveal his own intentions. If he did and Lear took notice, it would be bad for him. This was not the first time they had crossed paths, and Achilles was very clear on this. Training always felt too boring, but this time he did not expect such an interesting person to appear. It looked like killing the Queen Zerg was not just a stroke of luck for him. From afar, the speed of the two of them was dumbfounding. Many people had arrived on the shore to await the arrival of the first person. "F*ck, who dared topete with Achilles?" "Is it Lear?" "It is not Lear, he is at the back with Taros. Now Lear, Taros, and Lie Xin were getting closer to each other in terms of distance as they rxed slightly. They had apparently lost the chance of taking first ce. If they could not achieve first ce, everything else was meaningless to them. At this level, everything else besides first ce was worthless. Both Achilles and Wang Zheng appeared to have dashed out of the water at the same time. Although their entire bodies were drenched, it seemed like they were not affected at all by their previous exertions. Their footsteps were steady and their speed was shocking. Achilles was moved. It did not matter that his opponent had beenpped, but to still have this much energy at this point in time was shocking. His opponent did not have Ability X nor was he a member of an influential family. Wang Zheng also observed Achilles. This persons movements were too perfect; there was no wastage of energy. His physical condition and mental focus had been maintained throughout the race. He lived up to his reputation, and he was no easy opponent. Both of them increased their speed and departed the beach towards the end point. "Su Yan, are you sure Wang Zheng has not beenpped?" Drachmach asked. "Reporting! Yes, General! He started to exert his strength at dawn, and his speed was shocking. He clocked the fastestp timing when the others had already slowed down. Looks like he adapted to the dark environment pretty well," Su Yan said. Meng Aoughed. Although he didnt have Ability X, he relied on his basic skills. This kid was something, but against Achilles, Wang Zheng held no advantage over him. Although he did not know what Lear was up to, at least there was someone representing Earths strength! Although both were in a deadlock, Achilles did not use his ability. He also did not intend to use it, as he had never shunned away from a direct challenge. Wang Zheng paid no attention to this confrontation. He was in the midst of regting his own pace, and this opportunity to train himself was too good to pass up. He did not yearn for the fame. Once he had other concerns, he would immediately lose focus of such a wonderful state. Even so, Wang Zhengs speed was very fast. With the end point in sight, Achilles prepared to increase his speed. It was obvious that Achilles still had strength, but when he observed his opponent, he discovered that thetters attention was wandering. He was not focused on the confrontation between the both of them. Before long, both Wang Zheng and Achilles crossed the finish line at the same time. Standing at the finish line, Wang Zheng exited from that wonderful state. It was a pity, but this sort of state had a time limit. He entered that state when he started sprinting, and it ended as soon as he stopped. Achilles looked at Wang Zheng curiously. If Wang Zheng did not dispute for first ce, then neither would he. Drachmach let out a sigh. Achilles was good, but sometimes he was just toopetitive. This was a characteristic of the people from the Moon. It could be considered a boon at times and a bane during others. False reputations should also be taken note of. This was important for the future development of the youths. A title which was obtained too easily would never be treasured well. Meng Ao had a serious look on his face, but his gaze showed a hint of amusement. The highly ranked Lear had to contend with Wang Zheng now. These go-getters were definitely going to make things interesting. Wang Zheng did not have much emotion at the finishing line. He stood quietly on the side and reviewed his own experience. No one taught him how to achieve the breakthrough, and he initially had no idea at all. This was why he treasured this experience so much. Bonehead once said that a lot of people reached this juncture and could not achieve a breakthrough. Those people never became super warriors. Having seen the Ability X in action, Wang Zheng knew how magical it was, but he did not know what changes would take ce after he achieved a breakthrough. The Primordial Regression Techniques second stage was not much different. As long as he had a tform, he would not fear any opponent. Achilless list of rivals finally had an additional name. Taros and the others soon arrived. Lear had a smile on his face. Lie Xin looked at Wang Zheng hesitantly. Taros had a gloomy face. Taros was one of those people who took themselves seriously, believing that first ce belonged to him. All four of their gazes fell on Wang Zheng, but he paid no attention to them. When the three generals arrived, everyone stood assembled. It was also nothing to be happy about nor worth celebrating, this was just training. Luo Fei was the sixth to arrive. The fatty gave everyone a surprise, Everyones gazes fell on Lear, especially those who had questioned him at the beginning. No matter who looked at him, Lear gave them a smile. The next wave of eight people arrived, their timings very close to each other. Everyone who saw Wang Zheng and the Fatty were stunned. There was no mistaking it, those two had beenpped, so how could they be standing here now? But upon seeing the majestic generals, no one dared to speak. They all quickly assembled and stood upright. After an hour, all fifty students had arrived. Meng Tian and the others had also arrived. Both of Zhang Shans legs barely had any strength left, but he continued to stand. This was a sign of his endurance. Every student thatpleted the training was standing with a proud look on their face. Lie Wuqing stepped forth and cast his gaze over everyone. "So you think youre good?" The audience felt that something was not right. "This was only supposed to take half a day and yet all of you needed a whole day and night! Are you not ashamed of yourselves?!" Lie Wuqings cold gaze swept over the audience. They were all stunned. Was it really meant to bepleted in half a day? How was that possible? But no one dared to speak up. "Su Yan, the sun has risen. Its time for the next phase of training," the voice spoke ruthlessly. "Yes, General!" Su Yan saluted and turned around. "Attention, those assembled! Alert! Execute half a turn to your right! March! Everyone was stunned. What the f*ck? Were they being sent to die? No oneined, and no one had any strength left to. It seemed like they had underestimated the intensity of IG training. Just this difficulty alone was sufficient to eliminate a batch of students. Zhang Shan could not feel his body anymore. He really wanted to give up earlier, but he thought thatpleting this would allow him some rest. But it seemed like the training was going to carry on regardless. But when he saw Wang Zheng, Meng Tian, and Zhang Runans determination, he felt ashamed. Because a soldier had to obey every order! This was a true soldier! Discipline was always first! "Questioning", this sort of word would never appear in a soldiers dictionary. It was not that they had no souls but rather they had the souls of soldiers. To be able to train alongside such people, it was indeed an honor. Chapter 149: Peerless Sisters Chapter 149: Peerless Sisters Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas While Wang Zheng and the others were training hard, on the other side of the distant gxy, there was a story of a wild romance going on. This was the busiest part of the Milky Way Alliance, the Andromeda gxy. In this locationy the most famous empire of all, the An Empire. Bothrge and small space stations surrounded a blue, connected to thes surface by metal structures. All of the merchant ships from the Milky Way hastily unloaded specialties obtained from all around the gxy in these space stations, and when their payments were received, the merchants rushed off to obtain more. It was as if the entire Milky Way was theirs for the taking. It was in this where the core of the An Empirey. It was the origin of the expansion of mankinds influence, an area where the entire gxy looked up to. It held a magnificent capital, full of bustling activity. The people worked efficiently and without error. Every citizens face showed almost eternal elegance. All this hailed from the Aneans self-confidence, as they lived in the gxys greatest and strongest country. This was truly the center of the gxy, a title well deserved. The An Royal College was the most important location in the capital. The defense here was even tighter than at the pce of the An Empire. The most elite Royal Knights and two full brigades were stationed here for the long-term. The greatest scientists in the empire, perhaps even the universe, could be found in this location, whether it was in physics, biology,ary ecology, and all other aspects. The vast majority of the most advanced technology research started and was developed here. Technology was the root of a strong country, and for the An Empire it was clearly so. In the imperial capital, the Royal College took up a vast amount of space. In the college, students came and went, all wearing different clothes. There were many students from other countries as well, such as Antis and the like. "Bordia! Congrattions! Your electromaic evolution theory has been verified. The University Science and Technology Contribution Award which is given out once every four years will certainly have your name on it." "Oh, Sir Aurora. Thank you for your praise. But instead of the Science and Technology Contribution Award, I would have much rather preferred to get the An Empires Knights Medal." The youth called Bordia was rather thin, but he had handsome facial featuresparable to a god. When he was talking, his sharp ears would twitch from time to time, and his faint smile exuded a charm that appealed to both men and women. Aurora, on the other hand, was a typical Anean aristocrat. He was tall and handsome, wearing elegant clothes. Every part of his clothes looked carefully curated. Whether it was the watch, the tie, his top, or his trousers.... This elegance he held was not something people were born with, but a natural behavior rued after spending many years in the presence of simr people. This was Ans aristocracy. Even the Gxys greatest actor could not replicate that feeling that came from ones soul. In the entertainment industry, there was a saying that only an Anean could act as an Anean. "You have won the Patriots Medal of the Antis Republic. The Knights of An,pared to someone with your qualifications, are just nobodies." What Aurora said seemed sensible. Every word he said sounded attractive to peoples ears. On the other hand, an iparable heroic temperament could be felt exuding from Bordia, an individual from the mighty Antis. "A nobody? Then why has the Knights Hall not approved my application yet?" Aurora revealed a bitter smile. Bordia was too serious. "Keke, that medal generally isnt granted to non-Anean individuals." "You are talking about the general situation! I understand what you are saying, and this is what I like about you Aneans. Sometimes I even feel that An seems more like Antis than Antis itself, the once brilliant and brave Antis." As the two people talked, the people around them could also be seen engaging in their own conversations in hushed tones. All of them were just standing there. Obviously it was not because they had nothing to do, but they were waiting for something or someone. The truth was that there was only one person who could make the people of the Royal College stop caring about time and wait quietly. It was Aina An, the first princess of the An Empire. The princess had disappeared for some time after the adult ceremony and that had surprised the Royal College students. Everyone knew that after the adult ceremony, the princess would have to enter the Royal College to study, as this was the royal tradition. Before the adult ceremony, she received a private education by the royal familys teachers, and after the adult ceremony, she would study in the Royal College. The royal family was not an unapproachable existence. On the contrary, they needed to stay in contact with the countrys elite and guide them. Bong... Ancient bells rang melodiously. This was the sound of sses ending. The two people that were talking stopped and their eyes turned to a building not so far away. A few people came out, men and women filled with unspeakable self-confidence. They whispered when they talked and made no trace of noise. Their walking pace was measured as they walked out in an orderly fashion towards the two. When the crowd approached the ce, the two stood, then the crowd slowed down a bit and most of them even stopped walking. At the sight of this, the two who had been chatting made their way down the steps towards the crowd. The crowd separated and made a salute. A beautiful figure, slowly walked out from the crowd. Her face and her temperament were truly extraordinary. Aina, the Light of the Empire, the future Queen of An, the current Crown Princess. "Bordia, Aurora, why are you here?" Aina smiled and walked towards them. Every step exuded the grace of an Anean princess. Her beauty and her temperament caused the gazes of the Anean people to be heated. This was the Crown Princess of An. "Princess." Aurora just smiled and raised his hands, giving a standard Anean knights salute. He did not exin why they were here. Bordia just smiled. The unique temperament to the people of Antis could now be felt in full force; it was as if he had an eye-catching spirit-snatching aura. "I came to ask the princess about the impact of energy transmission in the universe which you talked about in the ssroomst time." Aina faintly smiled. "I just heard this theory from a friend and borrowed it. I could not understand it well enough." Bordia slightly raised his eyebrows. "Oh, who could this friend be?" "He is not in An right now." The curvature of her mouth made Aurora squint his eyes slightly. Compared to the smile just now, the princess now showed a happiness from her heart. Ever since the princess had been to Earth, real smiles like this appeared more and more often in front of everyone. Bordia seemed very disappointed. They conversed politely for a short moment before he took his leave. Aurora then said, "Princess Huiyin is at Stonehenge." Aina shook her head and sighed. "Shes probably disturbing the peace, and I apologize for her actions." "This is my duty." Aurora shifted his posture into that of a guardians position before politely guiding Aina towards Stonehenge. Aina nodded. She was ustomed to these rules and etiquette from when she was young. It was instilled into her bones. Yet this time, her mind thought of an unrestrained individual who knew nothing about rules and the helpless smile he had on his face when he was using the hisst bit of money to pay for a strangers debt. He was not handsome, but she still thought of him from time to time before feeling happy secretly. Auroras eyes blinked as the princess nked out. Her star-like eyes couldnt hide any deep thoughts from him. Earth... What was so nostalgic about that primitive ce? In the Stonehenge Entertainment Area. There was an entertainment area meant for the serving An royal family. It was safe and it paid emphasis on privacy. It was also the most preferred ce for the royal family members to chat and invite guests. "Your Royal Highness." Upon seeing Aina, a petite figure jumped up from the sofa, bowed, and raised her hands. A pair of starry eyes shed with vigor. "Dont be naughty." Aina smiled, stretched out her arm, and embraced Lin Huiyin. "Naughty" here had a different meaning. Lin Huiyin hung on Ainas shoulder with her whole body, "How am I naughty? Hee hee hee." Aina just looked at her deeply. "Well, okay. I give up. I have to say that Aurora is a really good choice. As one of Ans aristocrats, he is not only polite and is known as a sword master, his father is the Duke, who is an imperial descendent. The rarest part is that hes also very handsome. " "Since you appreciate him so much, I will leave him to you." "I do not want to ..." Lin Huiyin covered her mouth. Talking before thinking was really not a good habit. Aina only faintly smiled. Her star-like eyes looked as if they were saying, "You didnt want him, so you pushed him to me?" "If a mere swordsmaster is not good enough, how about the Sword Magician Oz? His strength is not below Auroras, and he is from an ordinary family and is determined to rise. A princess dating amoner. It would truly be a romantic Cindere story, and it would certainly cause a sensation throughout the Empire. As long as we give him a little bit of territory, he will surely be the first marshal of the Empire." "We have to win over such talent to our side." Ainaughed. "Yes, yes," said Lin Huiyin while nodding like a chicken pecking at rice grains. "Well, maybe I can talk to my aunt. Someone seems too leisurely and free. Perhaps finding a reliable boyfriend in advance may make her act more like a princess." "Hey, I was being kind! Im not an adult yet!" Lin Huiyin jumped up. Aina just stretched out her hand and rubbed Lin Huiyins head hard. "Since this is an adults business, children should not interfere." "Im not a child. Well, okay, Im young. Im a child. Its too early to look for a boyfriend for me, as there are a hundred harms and no benefit." Lin Huiyin stuck out her little tongue, thinking to herself, "Its all Wang Zhengs fault." How long had her originally cute and sweet sister hung out with him? This littlemb was dyed ck. "By the way, dont say I didnt help you. I know that you have been very busy recently and certainly would not notice these things, but your Mr. You-know-who, his name was in the student science and technology contribution list. I dont know how he got mixed into it. Seems like the standards for these things have been low recently," Lin Huiyin could not help but say. Aina finally revealed a pleasant look, then she embraced Huiyin and gently kissed her. "My good sister, rest assured that in the future, when you meet someone you like, I will definitely support you." "Hee hee, the person I like must be famous across the Gxy, at the top of the world, unparalleled ..." Although the little princess was young, even young girls had their own standards. Chapter 150: Thinking of You Chapter 150: Thinking of You Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Aina could not help but smile. She was just like that back then. However, when one finally met the person that meant something to them... "Hey! Hey! Daydreaming again? Sigh... not one of you adults are carefree." Huiyin helplessly waved her hands about. That absolutely adorable expression caused Aina to pinch Huiyins little face. "However, the award presentation will be at the Milky Way Alliances headquarters at Rnd Garros. You are not thinking of escaping your duties to attend, are you? If my mom finds out about this, Ill be dead meat too!" Huiyin stuck out her little tongue. She was really afraid of her mom. In fact, there was no one in the royal family that was not afraid of her. Aina smiled and blinked her eyes. "Do you think the beautiful and wise princess of An is qualified to present the awards to the guests?" "Yeah, Mommy praised you for being capable as well as being able to uphold the image of the Empire. The old men at the Union Academy of Sciences would love to have you there. Plus, youd be able to secretly date too. Heh heh, three birds with one stone. You really are smart, Sister," Huiyin retorted. Bang! Aina smacked Huiyins head. "What do you mean by date? He should be properly addressed as older brother, do you understand?" "I know, I know! You are always bullying me." "Okay then, my most adorable little sister. You have sacrificed so much, tell me what you wish to do. I will give you a hand! This little girl liked to hide her evil intentions. "Heh heh, nothing much, actually. Just remember to bring me along when you go out to y." Huiyin showed a sly smile. This was when Aina realized that she had been tricked. This little girl had predicted what she would do. In the past, not many people knew the true identity of Huiyin, but as she followed Aina around, more people began to take note of the little princess. Although Huiyin was under the protection of thew for minors and no harm woulde to her, a lot of people were secretly concerned for her. This had resulted in her freedom being restricted. Why should Huiyin be restricted though? Her art required inspiration after all. The entire An royal familys public rtions institution became busy because of the first princesss decision. To Aina, she only had to suggest an idea and the entire institution wouldplete it at the fastest possible speed. Student Huiyin shook her head as if she was an insightful old man. Ahh, women! After Aina disconnected her Skylink, the corners of her mouth curled up. She looked more brilliant than ever, blindingly beautiful. "Dear Older Sister, ording to my personal experience, you cannot afford to treat boys too well, or they will be arrogant. He might even end up liking another girl! You must let him know that the girl he is dating is the best!" Aina smiled. "My most adorable little sister, wherever did you get your personal experience from? And also, arent you underestimating your sisters charm?" Aina was confident in this regard. Huiyin sighed, forget it. She was toozy to persuade her even further. In fact, she was merely worried about others doing evil things to her. She did not want her cousin to invest too much and end up regretting it. Why was it that people could be wise when handling other matters but be blinded when it came to matters of the heart? At this moment Huiyins Skylink started to ring. "Its Ang. Pick it up, it might be something urgent," Aina said. Huiyin unwillingly picked up the device. She hoped that this wouldnt be another message telling her to return home. But Huiyins expression suddenly change and her little face showed anguish. This startled Aina. "Huiyin, what happened?" After a while, Huiyin shook her head. "Older Sister, do you remember some time ago when I wrote a song but was not satisfied with some of the lyrics? I uploaded it to my official website for anyone to see and, well, the results...here, you listen to it." Not only were there lyrics, there was even a singer for the song Huiyin had written. The singer had a familiar voice, a voice which possessed deep emotions. "Turning on the lights and seeing the lonely bed in the room" "Turning off the lights and an indescribable pain in the heart is all that is left" "Life passes by like the years" "And with the whitening of the hair" "And as you left, there were no news of happiness" "With the past fading away" "With the fading dreams" "Along with the numbing of a heart" "I miss you so very much, but I cant find traces of you...." Huiyin was totally immersed in the song. This had a melody that reminded her of her own songs as well as her style. Although she had listened to NOTAFRAID as well as the other tracks, this was the style she preferred the most, but she did not expect the lyrics to have created this sort of feeling. "I still reminisce every now and then" "I still relieve the memory" "I still cry with my eyes closed" "I still pretend to not care" "I really miss you very much" "But I keep lying to myself" This was the voice of a girl, and it spoke of unrequited love. "I really miss you very much" "Lets keep this a secret" "I really miss you very much" "Lets keep this in my heart...." Aina and Huiyin were immersed in the song. The voice was nowhere as sweet as Huiyins, but this voice belonged to a girl, and she sung it as though it were her own life story. They were both deeply moved by this. After listening to it for the second time, Huiyins eyes turned red. She was feeling very emotional, but perhaps every artist was like that. It was as if both the singer and Huiyin had crossed space and time and could rte to each other. Huiyin had always fumbled around with the lyrics, feeling that something was missing. It turned out that the emotions of yearning and pain behind the voice were what she needed but had never experienced. "It sounds really good, congrattions! This song! Aina really likes it too!" "This singer is pretty good. What an intense feeling of infatuation. Let me see who she is, I want to hire her as my vocalist...." Huiyin was stunned upon seeing the name. Aina was also shocked, because this name was very familiar to the both of them. Ye Zisu On the far away Earth, a girl looked out her window. Her mind had already wandered off into the distance. She was working towards her goals. The harder she worked towards them, the closer she got to Aina, but the further away she moved from herself. "I still reminisce every now and then" "I still relieve the memory" "I still cry with my eyes closed" "I still pretend to not care" "I really miss you very much....." Ye Zisu was singing from her own heart. Separation had not created more distance between them but rather made her reminisce more. But Ye Zisu could only keep her feelings in her heart, as this was the only way they could still be friends... Immortal Puluos Gxy, the core hub of the Milky Way Alliance, and also where the Milky Way Alliances headquarters was located. A giant filled with colorful lights which also acted as a deterrent to invaders. This symbolized the nature of human interster travel C To conquer and dominate! After the Milky Way Alliance stabilized, this area became the political and cultural center of mankind. As the headquarters of the human race as well as its allies, it was a neutral territory. It was only responsible for the affairs of the Milky Way Alliance. Thousands of warships that were armed to the teeth orbited around the, performing a variety of tasks. When it came to things like area control and defense, they were the best. They even had advanced means of delivering supplies and transporting passengers, but none of these ships were controlled by businesses. These services were free of charge on the of Rnd Garros, sponsored by the Alliance. One could enjoy all the benefits of this level for free, but if one wanted premium treatment, they had to pay for it. The headquarters of the Milky Way Alliance was also one of the greatest creations of human interster civilization. It had been hailed as the Great Wall of the Star Age. This artificial was the culmination of the efforts of human civilization. Inside it was a captured ck dwarf star. (TL Note: Wikipedia "Dyson Sphere") After numerous levels of alterations, the gravity of the ck dwarf star was transformed into a never-ending energy source. This super-heavy star represented the pinnacle of mankind. If there was ever a need, this star could be transformed into a star-destroying weapon. This was the representation of the collective power of the members in the Milky Way Alliance. The current chairman of the Milky Way Alliance was Ryan Jones from the Gemini Union. He had just taken office this year. The Gemini Union was a powerful system with five habitables and it had two stars in stable orbit. Ryans public bio stated he was a hundred and seventy centimeters tall, but those who knew the truth stated otherwise. He was in fact only a hundred and sixty centimeters tall. The difference in height could be exined by the tforms in his shoes. "I was born on Epp and grew up on it. If you grew up under Epps gravity and could grow to a hundred and fifty centimeters, Ill serve under you." Every time someone ridiculed his height, this was how Ryan would retort back in a rude, joking tone. But that was before he became chairman of the union. No one dared to joke about this after he assumed the position of chairman. The chairman of the Milky Way Alliance was not the suprememander of the Milky Way Alliance. The gxymittees were the ones who ruled this alliance. They were its top ten permanent members. Each member of thismittee held a key, and all ten of them were required to activate the-destroying weapon, Rnd Garros. The chairman was more akin to a housekeeper, coordinating some of the daily affairs and mainly overseeing the development of science, technology, and culture of Rnd Garros. "It is decided then, Tess. Urge the Andromeda Commonwealth to clean up the pirates before the arrival of Christmas. Or at the very least get them out of the leagues core business operations, they have seriously disrupted the stability." Ryan ended the long distance call through a wormhole. His pressed the index finger and thumb of his right hand on his temples. He held his coffee cup with his left hand and prepared to take a gulp, but he realised that the cup was empty. His secretary had not refilled his cup, which meant that he had reached his daily coffee quota. If he drank any more, that would mean disrupting his sleep for the night. That would then eat in to his performance efficiency the next day, and once his efficiency was disrupted, everything after that would be in a total mess. The Unions official events on his desk were sorted ording to color with yellow being the most urgent. These needed to be given top priority. Blue meant that the think tank had made a specific proposal for that document and it only required his signature as approval to bepleted. Red were the mostplicated and thorny cases, this usually meant that it required protracted negotiations. Purple indicated special events that could not be dealt with immediately and required lengthy considerations. The most terrible of them was the bold, ck color. These cases meant that he had to make decisions for them by today. He pressed the button to request for more coffee and forcefully pressed down on his temples. He prepared to deal with the next tricky ck-colored case. Following the An Empires firm grasp on power, the Milky Way Alliances influence grew stronger in thest hundred years. The wars in the gxy had decreased by seventy percent whenpared to thest century. This was proof of the alliance advancing human development. There had to be appropriate changes when humans had developed to a certain point. "An, purple channel." Chapter 151: Weightlessness Chapter 151: Weightlessness Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas That efficient secretary of his had sent him a message. It was brief, but it demonstrated the importance of the situation. Purple. This was a special situation that did not require immediate attention. However, Ryan immediately chose to settle it immediately. In the Alliance, An was a special existence, and it had priority in many areas, especially since An was now fully supporting the Alliance and was contributing to the Milky Way Alliance. He opened the channel, and three secondster, Ans First Royal Housekeepers calm expression appeared in front of Ryans eyes. The news that was passed down to him caused Ryan to widen his eyes. "There is no other alternative. In order to show our respect towards the Princess, we will assist her in extending invitations throughout the Alliance." Ans First Princess and the future Empress wanted to present awards to the Alliances university students who had significant contributions in the sciences. An continued to demonstrate its affinity towards innovation and growth. It has to be said that An was the empire that possessed the strongest military strength, and its current actions served to dazzle others. The previous time they had made a request regarding Earth... in the past, An had despised the backwater Sr System and felt that it was just an insignificant ce... However, Ryan just couldnt understand the situation. The Alliance had so many activities going on, yet the An Empire had set their sights on the University Students Science Awards presentation? Three months from now was actually the Universes Nobel Prize Presentation. Was that not a more suitable tform to demonstrate their might? At this point, Ryan smacked his forehead. The Princess, Aina An, was a student. The University Students Science Awards was something that would be close to her as it celebrated individuals of her age! Furthermore, it would be able to expand her influence among peers of a simr age. The Princess was being nice. He would have to personally handle this situation. Ans Royal College. In an independent training room, under the influence of 10 times gravity, two people were panting heavily as they exchanged blows. One of them, even though he was huffing heavily, still possessed a regal air. He was Ans rising star, the Sword Saint Aurora. Confronting him was a person who was no less famous. Both of his hands were grasping onto a longsword that was as tall as a human yet was only two fingers wide. The sword gently swayed in front of him, much like a living creature, twisting and turning. If one looked closely, they would realize that on the de of the sword, it consisted of numerous dragonscales that were joined together. It seemed as though the sword was flexible and would be able to magically twist and turn during a fight. The person was none other than Sword Magician Oz. He was amoner but had also be one of the Empires rising stars. He was strong and his name was known by many. The two of them were Ans twin rising stars of the younger generation. "We will stop here for today." Oz suddenly sheathed his sword and spokezily. Auroras long sword drew an arc in a beautiful flourish before he ced it back in its sheath. His movements were like that of a beautifully painted work by an artist, graceful and artistic. It was a pity that in this gravity chamber, there was no one else other than Oz. If he was in public, his handsomeness coupled with his graceful actions that happened naturally would undoubtedly cause numerous girls to swoon over him. Oz helplessly shook his head. "There is no need to tire ourselves out." Aurora let out a slight smile. "Nobles have to always act the part." "Nobles? Psh. When have we ever been serious? If you win, you have the right to woo the princess. Otherwise, you should scram!" said Oz. "More importantly, how could such a noble and holy thing be treated so nonchntly?" "You b*tch, can you hurry up and tell me? What happened?" Oz was infuriated by this chap. The distance between the twos social statuses wasrge, but they were very good friends. This was something that the people around them could never understand why. "Firstly, our duel has to gain the recognition of the princess, especially our promise to each other. Furthermore, it has to be in public. We need to invite a respectable referee. Ah. Where are you going... I havent finished speaking! This is very rude.." Aurora had not finished speaking, but Oz had already walked off. That brat Aurora was quite easy to get along with when he was silent. However, once he started talking, it made people so furious that they would like to kick his face in viciously! Of course, that train of thought would onlye from the Sword Magician Oz. Wang Zheng and the rest had no break at all. When one round of training ended, they were marched off for another day of training. At the end, other than a few who had managed to stay alert, the rest were relying on their willpower to stay awake. Even then, 15 people had copsed. However, these individuals were not eliminated. Eliminating such warriors would just be too cruel. After another day of training had ended, no one even had any energy left in them to eat. All of them fell asleep in a couple of moments. Some things could just not be hidden. Until the end, only Achilles, Lear, Lie Xin, Taros, and Raston were able to remain in a decent state. Of course, there was now the addition of Wang Zheng. Such training was considered childs y. To be frank, although the training wasnt light, in actual fact, Wang Zheng ought to have felt quite tired. However, instead, he actually felt quitefortable. This was because whenever his body felt tired, he could feel an influx of warm energy entering his body. Although it was weak, it was able to reduce his fatigue. Wang Zhengs first thought was that he was... photosynthesizing...? Could it be he had be a tree?? Of course, that was a joke. This was the strength of the Primordial Regression Technique. This was what allowed one to be a super soldier. Bonehead was not exaggerating. Wang Zheng was keenly awaiting the Primordial Regression Techniques second stage. After a week, the second phase of training had ended. Su Yan felt quite emotional. This group of participants had been the most monstrous batch yet. Regardless of the training, they had been able to handle it and would rather faint than withdraw. Lear, Achilles, and Lie Xin had demonstrated their capabilities as captains. Raston and Taros were not bad, but as they had experienced too much and were in different positions, the two of themcked something inside their bones. On the other hand, that Wang Zheng was apletely different thing altogether. Although his qualifications were no different from the average participant and hecked leadership ability, he was extremely tough and he could handle even the toughest training and after that could still eat and sleep as per normal. It was like he was a simple-minded but physically well-developed fool. Inparison, after struggling as best he could, Zhang Shan had fainted a total of six times during the second phase of training... this could also have been considered to have been a new record. However, this person still persisted to the end. Although he was physically the weakest, his spirit wasmendable, hence he was not eliminated. Furthermore, a soldier with strong willpower was extremely important. Seen in another way, his existence would motivate the others. Yet willpower could only bring one so far. During the third phase of training, he would most likely be unable to prevent himself from being eliminated. On the spaceship. In the end, there were only 66 participants left. Half of them had already been eliminated. They looked towards Demon Ind with a tinge of nostalgia. This experience had branded them indelibly. It could be considered a form of transformation, even including those who had been eliminated. All of them had reached a new level. Those who had to leave had left. Those who remained would continue. The second phase was truly hell. No one could imagine what the third phase would be like. From the two phases of training, it could be seen that the group from the Moon was just too strong. The unbeatable Achilles with his Eight Stars were unquestionably strong. Currently, no one was on their level. This was also a tradition of the Moon. They had decided upon their captain early on and they often showed absolute power. However, these individuals from the Moon were gloomy because Atos had been eliminated. ording to what Atos had said, it was likely that Taros was the one who had acted. On the other hand, Taros did not say anything to agree or disagree with that fact. On Earths side, Lear performed quite satisfactorily. It could be seen that he was quite strong. However, he did not seem verypetitive, and there were even hints that he was trying to keep a low profile. Despite that, that Fatty Luo Feis true colors had shown and attention was shined upon him. Lear definitely possessed a good sense of judgment. That Fatty had performed too shockingly during the second phase, other than the fact that he liked toin. Additionally, Earth possessed quite a few decent people. Wang Zheng, Meng Tian, Zhang Runan. It was a pity that the Earthlings were too factional. Their rtionship with Lear was ordinary, and they even treated Wang Zheng as a leader... Yet Su Yan was clear that such actions were impossible. Looking at the current situation, Achilles had no problem seizing the number one position. Furthermore, as a person from the Moon, Su Yan was very concerned about him. "Everyone, I would firstly like to congratte you forpleting the second phase of training. You have taken yet another step on this long and winding road. The third phase is also thest phase of training. It is space training." Su Yan smiled. No one seemed very surprised. This was something that had to be experienced. To be a warrior in the age of space exploration, being ustomed to space was a foundational ability. "Those of you sitting here might have experienced some form of training, or perhaps this might be your first time for some of you. Regardless, all of you need to adapt quickly. Falling short at thest step would be a pity." After spending a period of time with him, everyone knew that Su Yan was a smiling tiger. Although he seemed warm and approachable, he was definitely one who was merciless. "Sir, this is not really fair. Could we not give those who are here for the first time a bit more time?" Zhang Shan asked. Being used to space was something normal to the people of the Moon, the Republic of Caragal, Hades Republic, and the sort. Some of them might have even experienced space in primary school. However, for the people of Earth and Mars, it was not the case. They were mostly like Zhang Shan, they had never had any training in this aspect. As a result, Zhang Shan could only clench his teeth and steel his resolve to ask a question like this. He did not want to fall at thisst step. "Keke, Zhang Shan. This world has never been fair. If you dont want to be eliminated, you need to work harder." When it came to this aspect, Su Yan did not like to scold his students, he would always patiently exin himself. However, this time, it was as good as not saying anything. The spaceship arrived at a spaceport near the Moon. This would be the training location of the third phase. "This ce is specially designed to train for space warfare. Get ready. You will undergo a basic test." From their expressions, it looked as though it was not the first time Lear and the rest had been here. Were they just going to experience a weightless environment? With the standard of IG, it would definitely not be so simple to merely be able to maintain ones bnce and to move effectively in zero gravity. These were not a big deal for those who were extremely athletic. When the training shuttles doors opened, what appeared in front of the participants was a giant, sphere-shaped space. Inside were numerous stars that simted the sky. What was this all about? Su Yan looked at the participants. "The test is simple. All of you will go in. Once you have entered, the door will close. The entire space will rotate and you have to find the exit. Whoever finds the exit will have passed and the sphere will rotate again. The participants then entered the weightless area. For people like Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan, it was their first time experiencing this. Once they entered, they felt strange. It felt as though their minds were buzzing and as though their brains were going to fly out of their heads! Chapter 152: The Mighty Mountain Maiden! Chapter 152: The Mighty Mountain Maiden! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Meng Tians performance was not bad, and she had quickly adapted to the situation; it was clear that she had some training in this area. For the people from the Moon... those brats were extremely at ease and stayed upright... it was as though there was no difference in gravity to them! The people from the Republic of Caragal and the Hades Republic also performed decently. These people from space cities were extremely familiar with weightlessness, so this was not difficult for them. Zhang Shan covered his mouth. F**k this. He actually felt like vomiting after entering zero gravity. Everyone was looking at him. Even those who had nomon sense also knew that puking in zero gravity was extremely disgusting. Zhang Shan tried to resist, he had to resist! He could not humiliate himself. It was said that when one was dizzy, they ought to focus their attention on something. He tried to focus on something... thats right... beautiful girls! Beautiful girls! Beautiful girls! Nude girls! Nude girls! At this point, Zhang Runans image appeared in his mind. In a sh, Zhang Shan was finally at peace. F**k! The supermanly sister was truly quite tyrannical and fearsome! After approximately 10 minutes, everyone had gotten used to the zero gravity. The three generals were also observing the participants performances. During previous IG trainings, they had no time nor interest in observing. However, this time it was different because other than the five captains, there were just too many other outstanding students. In the past, in order to ensure that more people would pass, they had to reduce the difficulty of training. However, this time, despite training being even tougher, the number of people that passed was even greater! The three of them could see signs of the Sr System recovering from a state of decline. "Those from the space cities will have an advantage in the third phase of training," Lie Wuqing said as he shook his head. Lie Xin was still performing well, but the rest of the Martians were a bit slower. "You cant put it that way. This training is about giving them confidence in space." Drachmach smiled. All those who had been pilots knew that as a pilot in space, it was easy to lose ones sense of direction. This was considered just the smallest of things. In space, there wasnt even the sense of up and down. If one was alert, that would be fine, but in the midst of battle, many soldiers would definitely be lost. Hence, being able to identify their position in space and to gain that confidence was a basic skill. "Su Yan, you can begin," Meng Ao said. He was most concerned for Wang Zheng at the moment. He was extremely interested in this young man. It was clear that it was his first time in a zero gravity environment. However, what his eyes saw was that he was neither flustered nor helpless. Instead, he saw a sparkle of excitement in his eyes; it was as though war was a game to him. This sort of person was either a genius or a madman. "Yes, General," Su Yan replied. "All participants take note, we are about to begin the rotation of the sphere." After he spoke, the only exit closed. The entire sphere began to rotate and everyone focused their eyes on the position of the exit. However, as the sphere rotated, the entire sky was filled with stars, which caused everyone to see stars instead. The rotation was not fast, but when it finally stopped, everything had disappeared. Edison immediately pushed against the center column and was the first one to rush out. He had memorized the position of the exit. However, very quickly, Edisons entire body mmed against the wall. Failure! "What is going on? The exit was clearly over here," Edison said bitterly. Bang! An electric current coursed through the wall and Edisons entire body was paralyzed for a moment. At this point, Su Yans voice was heard. "Dont randomly guess where the exit is. Mistakes will be punished. Edison, minus 1 point." "This brat really is a fool. The circumstances have clearly changed, and his actions were pointless!" It was clear that everyone became more cautious. Under thousands of staring eyes, making a mistake was minor, but embarrassing oneself in front of others was not. Wang Zheng gave a small smile. He had been ready tounch himself forward, but he saw that Zhang Shan had already flown forward. Wang Zheng paused for a moment. When everyone saw that it was Zhang Shan, theyughed. Earths "Relentless Mountain Maiden".[1] This was his nickname given by the rest. He fought repeatedly but was defeated repeatedly, and even despite being defeated repeatedly, he continued to fight repeatedly! This was a strange group of Earthlings. Wang Zheng seemed quite reserved, but he had already performed two miracles. He had tied with Achilles for first ce and had not beenpped during the training. Meng Tian was beautiful and capable. Zhang Runan looked like a real man; even Zhang Shan was like a maidenpared to her. Zhang Shan did not hold back. He rushed in the direction of his choice with all his effort. If he made a mistake, the force of the collision would definitely almost knock him out. In addition to the electric shock, he would definitely take a serious blow. Everyones mouths widened intorge smiles. Just as they were expecting a human pancake to appear, Zhang Shan knocked open the exit... Everyone was shocked. Su Yan also couldnt believe his eyes. Zhang Shan had created a new record for the quickest to exit! Standing in the area where gravity was restored, he gently dusted his uniform. "Such a simple game. Does this even count as training?" F**k... what a b**tard! Thats right. This mountain grandpa liked to act cool. On the surface he seemed calm andposed, but deep down, he felt extremely redeemed. He had finally given those guys a taste of their own medicine. Too easy! The three generals couldnt help but smile. "Looks like we forgot something. Zhang Shan is from the Physics Department and his father is a famous physicist from Earth. Spatial awarenesses very naturally to him." The feeling of being first was absolutely refreshing. He could now leisurely watch the others while scratching his head. Just because he lookedrge and muscr, it did not mean he was a fool. This brother was actually a traveler of the path of wisdom. In battle, there was not much need for physics concepts. However, Zhang Shan had been looking at spatial models since he was young, and they were significantly moreplex than this. Orientation and positioning was now ingrained in his very bones. "Rey the scene slightly. Alright. Good. Stop." The screen froze. Drachmachs eyes lit up. On the screen, just before Zhang Shan had moved, Wang Zheng had already started moving in the direction of the exit. From his position, it seemed as though he had chosen the same location Zhang Shan had gone to. However, when he saw that Zhang Shan had moved, he had stopped. Drachmach did not miss that subtle action. "This brat is truly heaven-defying!" Lie Wuqing couldnt help but exim. To be frank, he was very conflicted. He was significantly conflicted. To see such an excellent seedling not possess Ability X, and as his gene score was just too low, his chance of awakening an ability was just too low. Even if Wang Zheng had a gene score of 60, they would definitely spare no resource in helping him awaken his abilities. His mind told him to let Wang Zheng go, but his heart told him otherwise. With his performance, Wang Zheng kept the generals at the edge of their seats. Even Drachmach, who sought perfection, couldnt let him go. Otherwise, he would never have noticed such a small thing. "Perhaps it was chance. Continue," Meng Ao said. The zero gravity sphere started to rotate. After experiencing it once, everyone opened their eyes wide. It was as though their eyeballs would fly out of their sockets and stick to the exit. Yet once the rotation stopped, everyone was disoriented again. In just a sh, Wang Zheng flew out. There was no difficulty in this. The door opened. When he entered, Zhang Shan was already waiting for him and the two of them shared a high five. "Mighty 007!" This was truly rxing. At this moment, everyone knew that it was not luck. In addition, he had made his decision so quickly. It only proved that such a degree of disorientation in space held no meaning to them. Actually, it wasnt that easy! It was just that these individuals were people who could very well win the Milky Way Alliances University Science Awards! After several rotations, people would gradually be disorientated. Before long, people started to puke. It was fortunate that everyone had brought bags to puke into; if not, the entire ce would resemble a garbage dump. This task was significantly more difficult than the second phase. The second phase could bepleted with sheer grit. However, for this phase, if one could find the exit, that would be great. If not? Well... one would have to pray to the gods. Achilles, Lear, Raston, Taros, and Lie Xin were able to find the exit within 10 minutes before leaving in that order. It was clear that the "ordinary people" would require quite a bit more time before they could find the exit. Without the orientation from the ground, it required one to first adapt their body to the zero gravity before they were able to get a feel for finding the exit. There were also a few individuals who were punished. For example, their old friend Carl. He vomited from the start to the end and had been electrocuted over 20 times, but he was unable to find the exit. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were able to find the exit within 30 minutes and were considered average. Student Zhang Shan was motionless with an imposing aura. One by one, those who came out finally realized that the Mountain Maiden had been acting cool, but they could say nothing about it. It was clear that in the third phase of training, he had performed excellently. The slowest individuals actually vomited till they fainted, and some did not even get out of the sphere. There were nine of them. The winds had changed and they finally blew in favor of the Mountain Maiden. During the third phase of training, physical fitness was not important; what was important was the mind. Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan, Achilles, and Lear were invincible in this aspect. Achilles and Lear were the first ones to adapt to the situation. They were behind Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan, but not by much. Some people were born with the ability to adapt effortlessly, with the ability to perceive multidimensional structures clearly. Many of the participants also took quite a bit of time before being able to move in their desired direction urately. Usually, it was easy to move in their chosen direction in space. However, in this situation, they realized that they were unable to. Furthermore, in zero gravity, performing difficult turns could easily spell disaster if they could not control their bodies well enough. Many participants wanted to show off their abilities in zero gravity bying up with a string of poses. However, when the training began, they couldnt control themselves and ended up vomiting all over the ce. In the midst of all this, the third phase had finally beenpleted. The one with the best results was Zhang Shan, so naturally he felt very proud. Actually, Zhang Shan knew that Wang Zheng had let him go first. Zhang Shan really needed the extra points. Being first would allow him to stay on the IG team, so this was iparably important to him. Back in space, the Mountain Maiden was extremely proud and he felt invincible. The three phases of training had ended, and the IG selection would temporarily pause. Originally, the decision of who would pass would have been made immediately, but this time it was different. There had been changes to the schedule as there were 60 participants left. They would return to the college and await the second selectionpetition. When faced with such an excellent number of reserves, Meng Ao and the generals had to be careful. They had to pick the best of the best. Regardless, after this selection, everyone had made new friends... and new enemies. To the people of Earth, the students of Ares College were iparably proud. Zeus College only had two students left and Apollo College had beenpletely eliminated. Ares Colleges most glorious point was that all four had participated and all four had been chosen. Additionally, Meng Tian had gotten the top score for phase 1, Wang Zheng had the top score for phase 2, and Zhang Shan held the top score for phase 3. Ares College had not felt so proud in ages. The four of them realized that when they returned, the entire college would be there to wee them back. In truth, Wang Zheng and the rest were shocked. They had only left for a month; who would have expected that they would have received such a warm wee. "Wang Zheng, youre awesome!" "Zhang Shan, I love you! Give me your babies!" After hearing all of this and indulging in cheers, Zhang Shan straightened his head and looked forward. The one who received the warmest wee was naturally Meng Tian. She was a female goddess. Within the cheers, only Zhang Runan was silent. The uing IG selection would not be so rxed. [1] Zhang Shans "Shan" means Mountain in Chinese. Hence the nickname Mountain Maiden is a pun and an insult simultaneously. Chapter 153: The King of Dueling Chapter 153: The King of Dueling Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Gu Te felt quite proud. This was what it meant to live. He had originally thought that he had been forced into a dead end, but in the darkness, a glimmer of hope appeared. These four really made him feel quite happy. When one reached Gu Tes age and position, all that was left to do was bicker andpete against other simrly old and prestigious people. However, what was most important to them was to prove to themselves that they too could be a good principal and develop their students to their best. At their age, withdrawing from society quietly was equivalent to denying ones achievements throughout their life! They had to go out with a bang! Being mediocre was something no one wanted. In the group of people, Yan Xiaosu, Ye Zisu, An Mei, Du Qingqing, Yao Ailun, and Chen Xiu were cheering the most vigorously. Frankly speaking, when Wang Zheng and the rest had left for the selection, they did not expect much. So long as they did not get themselves eliminated, that in itself would be a blessing. But who would have expected such a result? Upon returning to a familiar dormitory, Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan heavily copsed on their beds. It was truly toofortable. "Hey! Dont just lie there. Did you meet any pretty girls who you can introduce me to?" "Yeah! The selection was full of beautiful girls!" Zhang Shan smiled. "As beautiful as the Manly Sister!" The looks of anticipation on Yao Ailun and Chen Xius faces were quickly reced by looks of shock, as though they had been hit by a lightning bolt. "I cant believe that you were able to obtain such results... it looks like the standard of this batch isnt much," Yao Ailun spoke candidly. Zhang Shan immediately sat up. "Bulls**t! This brother here lost a fewyers of skin to obtain these results. With your puny frame, youd definitely die in just half a day!" Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu looked at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng merely nodded his head. "Mountain Maiden isnt bragging, it was truly difficult." At this point, the entire dormitory fell silent. "Mountain... Maiden?" Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu looked at each other in the eye before exploding inughter. Zhang Shan felt quite helpless. That b**tard had clearly forgotten to tell them why. On the other hand, in the female dormitory, arge group of girls had crowded together. They were currently asking Meng Tian all sorts of questions. Meng Tian was not used to telling long stories; she would reply bluntly whatever came to mind. However, when it came to the story of the Mountain Maiden, at that point in time, everyone burst out intoughter. With the speed of which girls spread news, even Student Zhang Shan could only feel embarrassed in times toe. Zhang Shan sneezed. The dormitory seemed quite cold; it seemed as though something wasnt right. As Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu listened to Zhang Shans vivid description of training, their faces all turned pale. How was this a selection? It was basically a death camp! Zhang Shan did not exaggerate things. He had relied on thest phase of training for hiseback. On the other hand, Wang Zheng had remained silent from the start of his story till the end. It was like he had fallen asleep. Zhang Shan shot a nce towards Wang Zheng. From a young age, he had never been seen as incapable. Even when he was faced with something he was unable to aplish, others couldnt even imagine the difficulty of his problems. However, he truly felt respect for Wang Zheng and his abilities. With someone like him, they would definitely rush into the skies above and make an impact! More importantly, if he were to battle alongside him, he would never have any regrets! Just before he left, Su Yan had also personally talked to Zhang Shan. What Zhang Shancked was a systematic form of training. He rmended him to go back and not take things easy anymore. At this point in time, Zhang Shans potential had already been ignited. He had decided to abandon the path of a physicist. During the second round of selection on Demon Ind, he would definitely lose the infamous title of the Mountain Maiden! On the other hand, in the female dormitory, Ye Zisu was quietly listening to Meng Tians stories. Every time she heard of something that concerned Wang Zheng, Ye Zisu would anxiously clench her fists. It was as though she could live his experiences vicariously. An Mei sighed beside her. This was driving her crazy. During the period where Wang Zheng was not around, she had wanted Ye Zisu to meet some outstanding guys. That way, she could save herself the suffering. However, it was no use. When Wang Zheng was not around, Ye Zisu was dispirited and unenergetic, yet when he came back, she was back to normal. This was really driving her crazy. As sisters, An Mei really wanted to destroy Wang Zheng! However, Ye Zisus words had left her speechless. As one lived, they would meet people they liked. This was already their greatest fortune. After IG training, these kids had been awakened; it was like they had a qualitative change. As a result, they felt quite ufortable in this peaceful and harmonious environment. Such a feeling felt foreign, as though it was from a previous life they had. At the same time, this was something that was difficult for them to feel again. Before sleeping, Zhang Shan was determined to wake up early. However, when he awoke, the sun was already high in the sky and hispanions had left already. It seemed as though he could not control his body when it needed to rx slightly. Zhang Shan looked over at a neat and tidy bed. That b**tard Wang Zheng had woken up early again. He was like a robot. Regardless of the changes to his environment, he didnt react. How could he adapt so well? Taking a break for a day wouldnt kill him. Student Zhang Shan hummed a little tune as he brushed his teeth. He felt quite proud as he looked at his face which held a trace of heroic temperament. He ruffled his hair. It seemed slightly long, and if he could cut it a bit shorter, he would seem more alert. Only then could he live up to his idols image. Meng Tian had also woken up a bitter than usual. She first took a bath before attentively styling her hair. This was a habit she had. She was able to organize her thoughts as she sat there quietly. Even with a change in environment, she was able to adapt more quickly than others. Yet having an opportunity to rest and rx also made her extremely happy. That sort of strict training was truly unbearably tormenting. For these two days, other than maintaining her usual training, she would take the opportunity to rx. Although they were back in school, Gu Te gave the group three days of rest. Everyone understood how intense IG training was. The four students being able to return unscathed was a blessing from the heavens, and he could not be cruel. Zhang Runan had awoken early. She immediately went to the Art Club and unsurprisingly was the first one there. In the world of art, she would be able to obtain peace of mind and strength. In here, she had something she wanted to pursue. However, after experiencing the IG selection, her person had changed. Compared to the time before, she was now a little more calm and a little less willing to run away. Looking at the rays of light that passed through the window, she could see a crow asionally fly by. This feeling was truly beautiful. Compared to Student Wang... there was no change in him at all. He woke up early as usual, went for his morning exercise, and then proceeded to fill his tummy. If he had to make aparison before the training and school, to him, the main difference was that one allowed him to eat his fill and the other did not. However, there were still minute changes to him. Wang Zheng felt more carefree. Otherwise, he would not be able to be one with his environment. Furthermore, he had missed quite a few sses, so he would have to work hard to make up for the lost time. However, the notes for ss had already been sent to his Skylink. He would just need to spend some time to catch up. For practical experiments, the school had given him the green light to use it freely, so there were no problems there as well. After all that had happened, Wang Zheng did not change significantly. However, his and the teams sess had brought about changes to their historic college. Before long, there were numerous students from other collegesing and going through the now famous Ares College. Visiting other colleges was a time-worn tradition. However, it was usually people from less prestigious colleges visiting more prestigious ones. Ares College was a military college, so there were generally fewer females. Furthermore, they werent allowed to show off their prestige, and as a result, few people paid attention to them. However, things were different now. The IG training results had been released throughout the colleges, and it had been announced throughout the inte in numerous different shapes and forms. However, the most famous individual was definitely not Wang Zheng but Meng Tian instead. She was beautiful, intelligent, and also a goddess of war on top of that! Moving back to the four participants, they had be busy with their own activities. Summer vacation was approaching and so were their exams. Regardless of the reason, failing was something they did not want. On the practical aspect of things, they had experienced IG training and did not have to worry about it. However, when it came to the theoretical aspect of things, they had to quickly grasp the concepts. Tyrant Su had wanted to host a celebration but cancelled it in the end in light of the situation. There would be opportunities to do so in the future anyway. After busying himself for a week, Student Wang had finished cramming the topics he had missed for the Mecha and Physics Departments. Physics was pretty easy for him, so simply scanning through the information was sufficient. The Mecha Department topics, on the other hand, were very operational, hence it was easy to understand. With regards to memorizing information, although Student Wang had a low gene score, his memory was still pretty good. The weekend had arrived and Wang Zheng met up with Tyrant Su. He still had toply with his contract, and he had not yed CT for a while. It would be good to rx and go for a spar or two. It was quite unfortunate that the IG training did not possess any mecha training or battles, but it looked as though this would be part of the second round of training. Wang Zheng was eagerly anticipating it. If it was the case, that would be wonderful and would just be too cool. Days without Skeleton around were usually quite dull. Solon spun his pen around his finger listlessly. His current position in thepany was tied to Skeletons sess, and it was slightly challenging to maintain it. However, what truly worried him was how Skeleton would always appear out of the blue without a fixed schedule. Although Skeleton had defeated the Shadow of Antis as well as the Strongest King of Mars in the previous battle, it did not deter any of the challengers who were interested in fighting Skeleton. Instead, it had only kindled the desire of more yers who wanted to challenge Skeleton. Within the challengers were people from the Tyrannical sh of Kingspetition. These experts had finally decided to show themselves. One of them was from Earths sh of Kingspetition. In two years, he had obtained the title of the strongest yer seven times. He was part of the professional team COO and was their midner, the Killing God "Bragging Simon". He had announced a challenge and was confident he would beat Skeleton. He also imed that he had discovered Skeletons greatest weakness. People who bragged like him were too many to count. However, Bragging Simon was not the same. He was one of Earths brightest and strongest CT stars, so it was likely that he was not exaggerating. Furthermore, although he was known as Bragging Simon, his skill was truly at the top. He piloted his mech with monstrous skill and was calm and collected even in the heat of battle. His ability was proven time and time again during the sh of Kingspetition. When it was announced that Skeleton was online, the first challenger that came to Solons mind was Bragging Simon. Like a well-trained military toon, when Solon walked out, all of the staff started to work feverishly. "Begin!" "Yes, Boss!" All of the people got to work. It looked as though the sry this month might be doubled. The CT administrators released an announcement: Skeleton VS Bragging Simon It did not require any fancy advertisement. Bragging Simon never bragged. His position in the Earths CT circuit was iparable. Even in the past, the most popr yers of the amateur circle were not even worthy of his attention. However, things were different now. Everyone wanted to see a battle between Simon and Skeleton to see who was the real god between them. From Simons self-confident expression, it seemed as though he possessed a trick up his sleeve. Even numerous yers in the professional circuit had chimed in with their views on the forums. They had also seen Skeletonspetition videos. His solo fighting abilities were unparalleled. In a group battle, although Skeletons performance was decent, it was still dependent on ones ability. His team y was good, but not godly. However, in such apetition, people were not concerned about ones team battle abilities but rather their own personal strength! This was extremely important to professional yers. One first had to have personal skill to reach the top. Only to rise further did they have to develop their strength as a team. However, without personal skill, it was meaningless to talk about ones team fighting abilities! Simon, who had been doing daily training with his corps, immediately epted the invitation. It has to be said that even his teammates were excited. Chapter 154: Unequalled Omniscient God! Chapter 154: Unequalled Omniscient God! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Boss, our battle announcement has already been sent out to all the Skylinks. The number of people who have expressed interest in watching this match has already exceeded 600,000!" the staff informed. "Boss, Super Tide Web, Giant God Videos, and 10 overpanies want to buy the rights for livestreaming!" "Boss, do you want to pick up the Chairmans call?" Solon nodded his head. He could not respond slowly when it came to his boss. "Solon, thispetition will definitely be broadcasted throughout the Sr System. If the battle is exciting, it might even be broadcasted throughout all the CT servers in the gxy." Mren spoke quite nonchntly. However, deep down, Solon knew that his chance to shine had finally appeared. Mren was nning to retire. However, before he retired, he had to find someone to pass the torch on to. Currently, he could choose to continue taking things easy and slowly umte a fortune before he retired, or he could strive for onest show and go out with a bang. After seeing miracle after miracle, Mren could no longer stand by idly. It was clear that he did not want to disappear from CT quietly. "Chairman, I am confident it will be a sess!" "Excellent. Go ahead and do what you need to do. If this is sessful, I can push for you to be my sessor." Mren had let loose something absolutely shocking. It caused Solon to momentarily feel dizzy. Half a year ago, he had almost lost his job. Half a yearter, he now stood a chance to be the chairman of Asias CT region. What the f**k? Was he dreaming? Solon told himself to stay calm as he took a deep breath. "Chairman, I will definitely not let you down." After the call ended, Solon looked as though he had been infused with renewed vigour, much like how Popeye was after eating spinach. "Lets do our best!" He began to give outmands. It has to be said that the choice of an opponent was very important. Bragging Simons influence was not only in that of the realm of CT; he was a bonafide online star. He was handsome and had numerous endorsements. He was the very best of the professional yers and he was challenging an untested amateur. Just this gimmick alone attracted a lot of media attention. Hard-selling something aspared to the product selling itself were twopletely different ideas. However, what the majority of the CT yers were focusing on was the fact that Bragging Simon was known to be the Insightful King. What was Skeletons weakness? Tyrant Su was a hardcore CT fan. The challengers from Mars were just pests. No one really knew who they were, except for ming Ronin, and that was just a one off urrence that did not inspire much talk. However, Bragging Simon was different. The Earth was his yground, and there was no one who did not know of him. Bragging Simon was extremely confident and looked assured, which caused Tyrant Su to feel a little perturbed. "Boss, do you want me to go gather some of Bragging Simons videos to let you have a look at how he ys?" Tyrant Su asked as he opened up a video device. Wang Zheng smiled. "No need for that. Surprises are more fun." Student Wang was also interested in finding out what kind of tactic the opponent had developed. Since he was so confident, he definitely felt that he could beat Skeleton and would be quite skillful. In this case, even if Wang Zheng wanted to beat him, it would not be so easy. Tyrant Su proceeded to put away his video device. At the same time, the situation in all the major colleges and universities was the same. Everyone was hiding in their dormitories, Skylink open and ready to watch the livestream. With Bragging Simons influence, he had also attracted an uncountable number of girls. This was the advantage of having a handsome face. An Mei and friends were also in their dormitories. The few of them were dressed pretty casually. "Meimei, where is Tyrant Su? He isnt apanying you?" An Mei rolled her eyes. "Wang Zheng is back, so this guy has started to disappear here and there." "Hehe. Meimei, you need to be careful. A good friend is one that is for life," a girl from the neighboring dormitory said. "Go to h*ll. Actually, I dont really mind that hes doing this." An Mei smiled. The girls let out peals ofughter. If any guy had heard this, they would definitely feel extremely thankful for such an understanding girlfriend. The usually soft-spoken and dependent sun goddess was actually so independent! 10 minutester, Skeleton and Bragging Simon were both online. Once again, two familiar faces could be seen on thementators table. Deer God and Little Bubbly were sitting side by side. As CTs number one ck-hearted Deer God, he had spent almost half a month recuperating from the previous encounter and was now lively and full of vigor. It was said that he had spent this time practicing and learning some philosophy too. Just looking at the aura he exuded, Old Deer indeed seemed to have changed. It could be that Bragging Simon gave him confidence unlike any before. "Hello, everyone, we meet again. I know that everyone can see that I am very happy right now. It is my pleasure, along with Bubbly Foams, to be yourmentators for today." For the start of the match, Old Deer seemed very formal. It looked as though he had rehearsed this. There were no indications of him doing anything different, and he remained calm. Bubbly Foam gave a slight smile. "Thank you, everyone, for tuning in. For today, on one side we have the hero of the masses, Skeleton! On the other side we have a true expert of the professional circuit, also known as the Strongest King! The midne killing god, Bragging Simon! Both names should be familiar to you, so we wont be doing any further introductions. Before the battle, Bragging Simon mentioned that he had discovered Skeletons weakness! Everyone, please stay tuned for this." "I wont say any extra things. Currently, both sides are choosing the map," Old Deer said. A screen showing the map selection screen opened. "Ah. It seems as though Bragging Simon has picked a professional solo fighting map!" At this time, the discussion forum erupted. Numerous yers were wondering deep down... Could it be? At this time, the highly officious Old Deer was suddenly clenching his fist. As a professionalmentator, he could see the problem here. All of the viewers were furiously studying the screen. For professional solo matches, it was possible to ban specific mecha from being yed. What was an expert? What determined if one was an expert? It was someone who could use any mech! One had to be able to use all kinds of mecha. Many of such "heroes of the masses" were only able to use one mech skillfully. However, once they could not do so, they were finished. Their show was over and their piloting skills were a mess. It threw everything into chaos. Many people had overlooked this very simple fact, that Skeleton was best at the Wargod No. 1! As the Wargod No. 1 did not have an energy shield, everyone thought that this was most beneficial to their opponents. However, thinking back, what if Skeleton could not use his prized Wargod No. 1? At the same time, Bragging Simon smiled. He had chosen to ban the Wargod No. 1 from use. F**k! This was truly heaven-shaking! It was as though Skeleton had ced all his eggs in one basket. One knock and it would all be over for him. In fact, the first one who thought of this was truly lucky! Bragging Simon truly was the Mid Lane King! One who could easily draw the first blood of the match! But was that truly it? In fact, one would be gravely mistaken. That would truly be looking down on Bragging Simons intelligence. It would also be looking down on Deer Gods intelligence as well. "Hello, everyone, I would like to say a few words. The following broadcast might disappoint everyone. This is because it will just be a show where kids are being bullied by adults!" Deer God had not merely revived, he had reincarnated with the spirit and energy of a raging god! "Old Deer, although the Wargod No. 1 has been used exclusively, this does not mean that Skeleton cannot use other mecha," Bubbly Foam retorted. Old Deer was motionless like a hill as he proimed, "Little Bubbly! You are still too young!" Currently, Old Deer was acting like a suspicious individual. The only thing missing frompleting that image was a lollipop in hand to entice children. Some reacted to his words, but the majority did not. This was because most had already guessed that Bragging Simon would use such a tactic. After his mech was selected, the opponent had to choose another mech in his garage of mecha. However, when Skeleton opened his garage, it caused the seven million viewers to be absolutely shocked. F**k. It seemed as though he did not even possess the four basic Earth mecha??? This Skeleton! Had he even yed CT before??? After yers had created an ount, they had ess to a few free mecha, such as the Wargod No. 1. There were also some mecha used for maintenance avable. All of these could be freely used and did not have any repair costs. However, the cheapest mecha for purchase were the four basic mecha. It would cost just 10 dors. However, Skeleton did not even have such mecha. F*ck. He was so cheap that he didnt even spend 10 dors? Brother, oh, brother! Did you not even have anymon sense to get alternate mecha? Wang Zheng tried to select the Hunter Type III, but it could not be used. The system prompted that he had to pay, but he had already entered the matchmaking system and could not make payments to unlock it. Wang Zheng then flipped to the next screen and saw a few maintenance mecha. At this point in time, the entire audience had turned silent, and even Solon was stunned at this sight. He had never, ever, ever imagined that Skeleton had never opened up the mech garage screen. This wasmon sense and one of the most fundamental things to do. Was he nning to use the Wargod No. 1 forever??? This live broadcast could not continue! "Keke, how will our god, Skeleton, respond? If it was me, I would quickly admit defeat and perhaps Bragging Simon might even give me a second chance," spoke Old Deer smilingly. Regardless of what happened, just giving up would make him feel happy. Old Deers expectations were not much; he had to learn to enjoy lifes little pleasures. In just a few moments, the entire audience was asking for the match to be cancelled and remade. However, thepetition had started. Unless it was a technical failure, this would be considered a loss. If one did not have a mech, that was his own problem! It was his fault for not preparing! Bragging Simon had guessed correctly. This person was a smurf and had specially trained to use the Wargod No. 1. He had not purchased any mecha at all. This was the Achilles heel of these self-conceited geniuses. They would not even do anything extra, like buying other mecha. The process did not pause, and 10 secondster, Wang Zheng entered a mech. Following which, an engineering mech appeared in front of the audience. He still wanted to fight??? OMGs Hercules 5th Generation Its name sounded extremely oppressive, but it was actually used for farming. Its performance was nothing special and it had no energy shields either. However, what was important was that this mech did not have aser gun nor an alloy knife! Did anyone ever see a farming mech bring weapons? On the screen, the Hercules could be seen wielding a shovel in its left hand and a hammer on its right! It truly seemed quite imposing. However, no one was excited. Wang Zheng did not know what Bragging Simon was trying to do, but he didnt care either way. If one wanted to pick someone elses mech, they had to own it themselves. It has to be said that CT was quite cunning; even if one was not good at that mech, they would still have to spend money to buy it. Hence, Wang Zheng had chosen the Wargod No. 1 to begin with. In Old Deers words, was this just futile resistance? "Is today April Fools?" "F*ck, I even abandoned my girlfriend for this. Im doomed!" "God! Just kill me already. Bragging Simon is truly lucky!" ... Sounds of outrage echoed all over the forums. Deer God finally started feeling invincible. Even the heavens were on his side this time. "Keke. True warriors will face even the bleakest circumstances head on. Bragging Simon is truly the King of Insight. His first blow has already drawn blood! I think that after this match, our little friend Skeleton will have learned his lesson. Let us cheer for Bragging Simon. The strength of our seniors is truly unmatched!" Old Deer than began to p loudly. Chapter 155: Stubborness? Chapter 155: Stubborness? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas At this point in time, the entire discussion forum was turned upside down. The heroicizens thought of 36,000 ways to torment Young Deer. However, all of these ns were useless as it was clear that Deer God would not care. His heart had already transcended such minor things. This was Skeletons toughest battle yet. Although his previous opponents were strong, at least he was using a mech he wasfortable in. This time, however.... "Can you continue to watch this?" "I dont know. "I cant take it, Im just going to leave." "Lets leave. I dont want my heart to feel this kind of torment." "F**k. This is a waste of time. If I knew this earlier, I would not havee." "Grannys leg. I ran over here while I was still at work. If my boss finds out, Im dead." ... "Boss, the number of viewers has decreased by 500,000." The staff were now anxious. It had been a long time since a situation like this happened. "It is continuing to drop. What do we do?" Solon grasped the table. It was as though the table would be crushed by his grip. Oh, man! If Skeleton had trouble with finances, he should have just said the word! He would have been given every single mech! Other people made small mistakes, but the first mistake he made would take his life! However, it was now toote! The battle had begun! The Hercules mech. It was OMGs top selling agricultural mech. Its current sales were excellent and it was one of the most important mech to thepany. From the construction of the mech, the Hercules was made with good materials. As a result, the mech was not bad. Users of the mech gave it good reviews and also, as it was a maintenance mech designed for long-term use, it was durable and rarely had any issues. However, it was used to dig ditches and crush boulders! The Skeleton Corps had already be Earthsrgest CT corps. However, this situation had also shocked all of them. Other people could choose to not watch the livestream, but as a member of the Skeleton Corps, it would not be nice to do so. Student Rainbows holidays had ended and he had gone back to his SWAT training. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were in charge of hosting the overall situation, but this sight even left them speechless. At this point, it was not appropriate to chant their originally nned cheers. It seemed quite unsightly to say that the Hercules was undefeatable. Bragging Simon chose one of Earthsmonly used mecha, the Bata Type V. It was clear that Bragging Simon did not use his professional super mech. However, even then, the difference between his mech and the Hercules was already heaven-defying. The Bata was the basic mech that Bragging Simon was mostfortable with. Its bnced ability allowed him to showcase the full extent of his skill. Looking at the Hercules, which was moving in an almost rickety manner, the audience did not know whether tough or cry... "Now its time for Deersmentary. This Deer has created a survey in his Skylink Blog. Everyone can choose toment. Do you think that Skeleton will be able tost five minutes, or maybe six minutes? Perhaps seven?" said Comrade Old Deer, with a slight smile. His smile was light and carefree like the spring breeze. It truly showed that he had reached a new state of nirvana when it came tomentating. ck Deer was truly evil. At this point in time, Deer had received a message from the administrative staff. Did he want to make a bet with milk cartons again? Young Deer shuddered. No matter how he saw it, the opportunity in front of him was just too good to pass up... However, whenever he thought of milk cartons, his stomach would retch... was there really a need to do this? Solon had no choice. He wanted to use such a move to incite the audience. Regardless if he was sessful or not, he was finished this time. Deer was not foolish. It was better to be safe than sorry. Although it was unlikely that Skeleton would win, he felt no need to put himself in such a situation. He directly rejected the idea. "Hello, everyone. Although the disadvantage is extremely great, I feel that as Skeleton has not surrendered, with his spirit, I think everyone should watch this to the end. Winning or losing is not important, what is important is ones will to fight!" Bubbly Foam said attentively. Old Deer at the side started tough. To him, the process was not important. It was all about the result. "I agree with Little Bubblys point of view. How can everyone miss this opportunity where a miracle might happen?" Everyone knew that Old Deer was being sarcastic. A few people were gathering milk cartons, hoping that if the chance arose, they would suffocate Old Deer with them. There were numerous people who asked Old Deer to bet on the oue of the match with milk cartons. However, no matter how much they howled, Old Deer refused to budge. B*tch! Its time to teach this group of vagrants a lesson! He had no other choice but to stay silent. Thepetition was about to begin. Map C Roman Coliseum Bragging Simon had given Skeleton no ce to run! It was clear that from the previouspetitions, Skeleton had used the terrain to his advantage, and this skill of his had been discovered. The audience had even though that Bragging Simon had a conscience, considering he picked the Bata basic mech, but in truth... The Coliseum map was one that allowed one to demonstrate their piloting capabilities. There was no space to run, so the Hercules would definitely be destroyed. "Boss, another 200,000 viewers have left." Although the number of viewers was still frightening, the staff felt as though they had been doused with a bucket of cold water. In the past, all of the matches had had a rapid increase in viewers without much being done. Now, after various tactics were employed to increase the viewer count, the numbers were dropping. Perhaps they were finally beginning to enter a period of slow decline? This could very well be thest match, could it be... Solon had no other options. He could not stop this match. Regardless, he was clear that the other members of management were quietly watching him. They were all awaiting his fall from grace. All of his results relied on Skeletons performance. If he failed, forget about the promotion to the president of CT, he might not even be able to maintain his current position. To live was to go forward without retreat! Wang Zheng, on the other hand, was not worrying about suchplex things. He was never picky about his choice of weapons. Yet the Hercules wasnt anything special. As a mech used forbor, the important thing was durability, and it was extremely stable. However, when it came to movement speed and agility, it was slightly poorer. This was something that was not obvious when being used day to day. Even if one had amazing piloting abilities, the mech itself imposed limitations on the pilots abilities. Its weapons were a shovel and a hammer. The hammer was extremely heavy and not suitable for offense. The shovel, on the other hand... In the coliseum, the Hercules waved the hammer in the air a few times before hanging it on the wall. "Stop ying around with that toy. It might tten someone to death identally." "Is he going to use the shovel to smack the opponent to death?" "The problem is that the shovel is not strong enough." "You guys are worried about the durability of the shovel?" The Hercules was currently prancing around, executing a few exaggerated movements. Wang Zheng was currently testing the extent of the mechs abilities. It was not bad, there were some strengths to the mech. OMGs construction abilities were good. It even felt like the practice mech which Wang Zheng had tried in OMGs Beijing factory. However, using this mech prevented him from executing any exaggerated movements. Bragging Simon smiled. He threw theser rifle in his hands onto the ground and unsheathed his alloy sword. Against such an opponent, if he had to resort to hisser rifle to win, it was no different from a loss. It was truly shameful. Battle begin! Following the sound of a "bang", the Bata rushed forward. Its movements were fluid like flowing water. Bragging Simons abilities could be clearly seen. The alloy sword shed like a bolt of lightning towards the Hercules. Wang Zheng immediately used the shovel to parry the blows. Peng! Pengpengpeng! There was no doubt that it was a sided suppression of the opponent. The Bata furiously attacked the Hercules. On the other hand, the Hercules continued to wave the shovel gracefully, parrying the blows as he retreated backwards. There was no way to dodge the attacks. The Hercules movements were too slow, so if Skeleton tried to dodge, he would definitely be sliced in half by the sword. "OMGs shovel is pretty durable!" "Excellent shovel!" The audience was not focused on the technical aspects of the fight. There was not much skill involved, and hence it was not exciting in that regard. What they were curious about was how long Skeleton would be able to survive in his Hercules. Bragging Simon was not paying much attention to the fight. He was interested in the opponent himself and not the mech. Even if wanted to focus on the fight, the opponent had to be strong. His n was to y around with the opponent before giving him another chance to have a proper fight after this. He wasnt concerned about winning in this fashion. He wanted to let the opponent learn a lesson. There were many experts around, and Skeleton was not the best. However, after 10 odd exchanges, Bragging Simon began to feel that the opponents defense was gradually bing stronger. The shovel wasrge, and it had actually turned into a strong point when it came to defense. It didnt require him to dodge much. Was he truly this stubborn? At this point, the crazily attacking Bata suddenly stopped and retreated a few steps backwards. The audiences hearts skipped a beat. What happened? Was Skeleton going to perform his finishing move? Bragging Simon pointed his sword at Skeleton. "Are you sure you want to continue fighting this way? You dont want a rematch?" Wang Zheng smiled. After those brief bouts, he had finally gotten ustomed to the mech. To be frank, such an environment suited his mech. If the terrain was moreplex, he would definitely be at an even greater disadvantage. Mecha with weak mobility would definitely be more easily trapped by the terrain, but the coliseum was simple, and it suited him. What others saw as a disadvantage was an advantage in Wang Zhengs eyes. He raised his shovel to point back at Bragging Simon. This was a deration of war! Bragging Simon smiled. He had originally thought that he would just take out Skeleton after a few bouts to save him some face and that would have been the end of it. However, the opponent wanted to y. In this case, he would definitely not be as polite anymore. The Bata rushed forward explosively. Bewildering Repeating Steps! F**k. He was being serious! He was using his special move against a Hercules? Wang Zheng closely followed the opponents rhythm. Even with his skills, the mechs reaction time was just too slow. He could only do so much even if he could see through the move. Hence, in order to solve this problem, he had to y to his own strengths. Bang... The shovel intercepted the alloy sword. Without a doubt, the Hercules had finally counterattacked! The shovel parried the alloy sword aside and then proceeded to sh towards the Bata. The audience was bubbling with excitement. This was not apetition, they were watching aedy! They wanted to see what tricks Skeleton possessed and werepletely disappointed. So long as he did not lose too disgracefully, all would be great. Peng... Bragging Simon used the mechs backhand to knock the shovel away before preparing to retaliate. What a joke. The movement of the mech was just too slow. Its strength was insufficient. It was just looking to die! The stronger the attempt to counterattack, the more humiliating it was when they lost! "Bragging Simon is about to use his killing move, the Pentastrike!" The Pentastrike was a technical move. It was like the X shot and the Bewildering Repeating Steps. It was a very basic move with basic movements. It could be distilled into 3 parts. The stab, the sh, and then followed by another stab. Bragging Simon possessed the most agile wrists and was also able to execute the move with the greatest amount of force on Earth. Hence, he was able to execute five attacks in just a single set of movements. One stab followed by three shes and then another stab. After his attack was executed, the opponent would have been destroyed unknowingly by those quick moves. At the moment, only Bragging Simon was able to execute the Pentastrike on a Bata Type V. With how slow the Hercules was, after the blow was parried, its movements would have been affected even more and more. Even a mechanic would not be able to make it move quickly enough to dodge. If one wanted a good result, they would first have to sharpen their tools! The audience seemed regretful. It looked as though Bragging Simon was not nning to drag things out any longer. Chapter 156: Elegant Explosion! Chapter 156: Elegant Explosion! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Seeing the Batas posture, the audience knew what wasing. This move had caused the deaths of numerous professional experts. To execute the Pentastrike, it required one to possess an extremely strong body. The body had to enter an entirely anaerobic condition and still have the ability to execute the move, as it was performed too quickly. Many times, ones mind was not even able to follow through with the movements, not to say the body. Simrly, the one who was struck by the move also felt quite disappointed as they would be destroyed without being able to respond. It was clear that from the previous battles, Skeletons ability to block was utterly marvelous. If he was in a simr mech, it might have been five blocked moves. However, Skeleton was using the Hercules... Even moving quickly enough was a problem already... Bang... A sword stabbed forward. Bang Bang Bang Bang! Following five loud, shing sounds... it was over... However, the explosion which everyone was expecting did not appear! The Bata Type V began to retreat quickly. The entire mech seemed to be staggering. The entire audience of six million had suddenly quietened down... What in the world had happened? Old Deers heart skipped a beat. Could it be? It couldnt be! How could this be possible? Skeleton! Was he a punishment sent by God to punish him? The Hercules had not only blocked the Pentastrike but had even used the shovel and pped the Bata Type V. The previous exchange had been just too fast. Almost no one had seen what happened, including the numerous professional yers. None of them saw what happened. The Hercules shovel did not seem damaged. It was as though he had not blocked any of the alloy swords strikes. What was going on? Bragging Simons face was furious. How was this possible!? Even professional yers found it hard to block his killing move, much less an amateur. After a few seconds of silence, as no one had seen what happened and thementators were not speaking, there was a deathly silence. This was because everyone saw a glimmer of hope. A tiny, tiny amount of hope. At this point, Bragging Simon became careful. The Bata Type V had slipped up despite having the momentum of the match. However, there was no need for all this. The Hercules mech was wed. Other than being able to circle around, it did not possess many ways to retaliate. Everything was in his grasp. He only needed to attack! The Bata attacked viciously with its alloy sword. He rushed forward with everything he had. That previous exchange was definitely just a fluke! At this point, everyones eyes were on the shovel. Ding ding ding ding ding! Everyone saw it clearly this time. The shovel had rotated, dissipating the force of the attack. As a result, even if the strike only had just 10 percent of its original force after all that, that would already be considered a great result. B*tch. Was this something humans could even do? After seeing his killing move get blocked again, Bragging Simons reaction slowed by just half a beat. He was not just a professional yer for show. The problem was that this was just truly unbelievable! How could this happen? He could not even imagine such a sight in his dreams. At this point, the shovelshed out towards him once again... Bang... The energy shield activated. Energy shield! God! The Bata Type V had to turn on its energy shield to fight a mech used for agriculture? This... This sight caused a roar ofughter from the people watching. In the midst of all the depressed moods, an unbelievable glimmer of hope had appeared. The slow motion camera had finally shown what had happened. It was outrageous control of the mech! The Hercules only had one method to deal with the Bata: it was to rely on its special hand technique. Only the rotation of the hand could keep up with the opponents speed. The Hercules fingers spun the shovel around agilely. What was most important was not that the shovel could be spun quickly but that the rotation could sustain enormous amounts of force. At the same time, it could redirect the force and could stop the opponents attack. "F*ck. It would not be an easy game for me if I had to fight him!" "If the Pentastrike could be described as a top tier skill, then what do we call this shovel rotation?" Wang Zhengs strike with the shovel was quite vicious. Although the Bata had an energy shield protecting it, it was still knocked backwards quite a distance. Without even including the audience, even the staff were stunned by this sight. They even began to suspect that they were dreaming and not actually working! CT had been around for a long time, and many tricks had already been discovered. Trying to find a new one was practically impossible. Agriculture mech... spinning shovels... what was going on? "Boss, there are now 200,000 new viewers. Boss... this is truly amazing!" The staff was going crazy. The screen showing the number of viewers had been steadily dropping, but all of a sudden, it was as though a magic pill had been eaten. The viewer count was once again flying through the roof. Bragging Simon hadpletely calmed down. Furthermore, he was a professional yer, so regardless of the situation, he would approach every situation with the will to fight to the very end. Even if the situation seemed incredible. The opponent was able to take advantage of the strengths he had and was able to showcase the full potential of the mech. If it was any other person, they would definitely have picked up theser rifle and ended it. However, Bragging Simon was not like that. The opponent definitely possessed a weakness. This could be seen in the opponents movements. Every time the mech was forced to move, the movement showed ws in it. This was the time he had to make his move. However, even after thinking for a bit, Bragging Simon could not think of a way to prate the defense of that strange, rotating shovel. Hence, the Bata Type V adopted a defensive posture. At this time, other than those in the broadcasting room, on Earth, numerous people were tuned in to this battle. Even some screens downtown were showing this battle. Bragging Simon with a Bata Type V was being suppressed by an unknown individual using a mech meant for agriculture! Was this a defiance of the natural order of things? In Brothers Net Caf, the boss was currently watching on in trepidation with his daughter-inw. Every time Skeleton was online, his business did exceptionally well. His business for that day would be as good as the business he had for a week. This man was his god of fortune! Skeleton definitely had to hold on! Many yers had stopped ying. All of them were gathered together. In fact, most of them were here to watch the livestream. They were worried that if they left, they would have missed the opportunity to witness a miracle. They were at a loss. However, the professional yers couldnt help but nod their heads. Bragging Simon was just too calm. This was a good n. He had to force the Hercules toe to him. Would Skeleton move? Would he? The Hercules began to move towards the Bata Type V. Would he rush towards the Bata? The numerous professional yers hearts skipped a beat. The Hercules relied on the rotating shovel to block the opponents moves. Once he rushed forward, he would basically be a target board. Staying static would be the best move to make. If he attacked, Bragging Simon would see the direction from which the mech wasing from and would take advantage of the low mobility of the Hercules and strike from a direction he could not react from. Bragging Simon made his preparations and waited. His time to strike was fast approaching. The distance between the two mecha slowly decreased. Just as Bragging Simon was about to strike, the Hercules suddenly flew upwards. ... To be more urate, it actually jumped upwards. This jump was not quick, but no one expected the Hercules to jump upwards. The distance between the two was not significant, and in a blink, itnded right in front of the Bata Type V. It all depended on ones abilities now. The Bragging Simons sword hacked at Skeleton, but it was once again blocked by the rotating shovel. Dang dang dang dang! A vicious flurry of attacks wasunched. Bragging Simon had no other alternatives. One had to die as there was nowhere to run. A series of sparks could be seen as the weapons shed. Pentastrike after Pentastrike was executed. Bragging Simon was doing his best, but the rotating shovelpletely blocked all his moves. Furthermore, the shovel was rotating quicker and quicker. God! He was borrowing the momentum of the strikes! Bragging Simon also understood what was going on. It looked as though his sword was being sucked into a vortex. He turned on his energy shield This was the only thing he could do. Bang! Wengwengweng! That rapidly spinning shovel flew towards the Bata Type V. An earthshaking explosion could be heard. The Bata Type V was knocked flying, its energy shieldspletely broken. An energy shield that could absorb almost 10ser rifle shots was actually destroyed by two hits of a shovel! However, as the force of the strike was too great, the shovel broke. It was truly a savage blow. All of the audience members felt their hearts jumping. This... what was going on? The Bata Type Vs energy shield was destroyed! But the shovel was broken as well? At this point, the people suddenly realized that the Hercules was holding a huge hammer. The hammer was also rotating... At this point the system announced. Skeleton WIN! Bragging Simon had surrendered. Skeleton had achieved victory with arge hammer! At this point in time, the audience was over 10 millionrge. At the same time, there were almost eight million VVIP viewers. This was a new record. The cheers were resounding. If anyone said that an agricultural mech could be used to beat a professional using a military mech, there were only two possibilities. One, the person was crazy. Two, the world was crazy. In this case, the world indeed had turned crazy. It was the first time that a new special technique had appeared C Rotating Shovel! An unexinable, heaven-defying special technique! Wang Zheng was extremely happy. He could feel that the battle energy in him had increased by arge amount. This move was borne out of desperation and yed to his strengths. "I finally realized why Ive been losing!" "Why?" "Ive been choosing the wrong mech. The Wargod no. 1 is the god of war, but the Hercules is the true god!" Hearing such cheers, Student Ailun became cocky. "Dear friends, you finally understand the strength of our true god! From the very beginning, I knew he would win!" "Stop lying, Ailun. Werent you proposing for a second round?" "Haha. Enough enough, let him have his time." Following which, they were drowned by the innumerable cheers. Such a victory was truly breathtaking. Old Deer was sitting there in a daze. If things continued to go this way, he would definitely get alzheimers, even despite his age. A rotating shovel? This was truly out of this world! It was thankful that Little Bubbly did not like to make fun of the people who were already down. If she was like him, his days would truly be quite hard to bear. This sessive chain of victories was devastating on his outlook on life. All of a sudden, Old Deer let out a cry. "I will never believe in love again!" Following which, he cried and ran off. Everyone was looking on at the scene in shock and wide-eyed. Had he gone crazy? However, he could not be med. Anyone else would have also gone crazy. The entire staff room was also cheering. Solon could not hide his excitement and fervor. This match determined his future. He had finally seeded! "Everyone, you are going to get a three times bonus!"Solon cried. His words were followed by even greater cheers as he was hoisted up by his staff. They were truly reborn! They had been vindicated! The battle had ended, but this craze had just begun. This was truly something that would resound throughout the Sr System. Lie Guang quietly stared at the screen with unblinking eyes. He had finally returned. When one finally understood that they were not as strong as they thought, they would develop a fearsome strength! This rotating shovel had been imprinted deep into Lie Guangs mind. It had reached the pinnacle of basic skills! Chapter 157: The 9th Godly Technique Chapter 157: The 9th Godly Technique Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It was a simple action. The rotation was wless. What was most important was that the Hercules was first and foremost an agricultural mech. It required immense wrist and finger strength to operate it. Yet the Hercules possessed a dexterity not unlike that of a magician, its movements were as quick as a shadow. However, this was just one part of it. Just that alone would not have been amazing. Facing the opponents rush, he was able to hold his ground and deflect the opponents strike. This strength was truly heaven-defying! In Lie Guangs eyes, the three instances where the rotations blocked the strikes werepletely different. The first instance was just a defensive move, a necessity. The second attempt was an active attack. The third and final instance was not to deflect attacks but to use the momentum of the opponents strikes to increase the potency of the rotation to strike! That strike was truly that of a master! If he had developed such a move in the midst of battle, it would only show that hisprehension skills were godly! "Have you finish your investigation?" "Patriarch, it is quite difficult to do so. The ID is not fixed, and if we were to take action, Cronos side will think that we are..." Lie Guang waved his hand. "Its fine. This is not important." Who this person was was not important. What was more important was that so long as this guy really existed, Lie Guang had the feeling that they would eventually meet. "Oh, yes. Wait a minute. Help me do something and send this message out." Lie Guang smiled. "Yes, Patriarch." The battle ended, but the livestream continued. Although Comrade Old Deer had ran off, Bubbly Foam continued to stay. Everyone was waiting for the video analysis to be out. This battle had demonstrated numerous high level skills. The Rotating Shovel also required a professional exnation for it. The average technique, when shown in slow motion, would usually be easily dissected. Within five minutes, there could be an exnation for it. However, this time, it had already been 10 minutes, but the analysis had yet to bepleted. The various amateur "experts" had already pushed out several theories. However, the results were the same. They were unable to bring out the true strength of the Hercules mech. Just how could the Rotating Shovel deflect the Pentastrike? Solon was as anxious as ants on a hot te. How could this be? The staff had no idea what was going on. They could not understand the essence of the move. The current skill level of the viewers were too high, so if the analysis was done shoddily, the staff would definitely be berated to death. However, what was fortunate was that up till then, no one had released an analysis that was sufficiently in depth. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were also hard at work. The two of them were professionals when it came to physics and mechanics. Under Chen Xius lightning fast coding skills, a three-dimensional image was being created. It was simting the rotating shovel in several hundred simtions! Chen Xiu was in charge of breaking down the move into its simplest parts, while Yao Ailun was in charge of analyzing it. The two of them were so excited that it was as though they had taken a tonic of youth. They were experimenting and wildly shouting. This was their bread and butter. They were extremely excited. Never would they have expected that a CTpetition would require their skills in their specialties. At this point in time, Solon had received Mrens Skylink call. Although he was anxious, after receiving the call, he calmed down. "Chairman." "Solon, you have performed excellently. You also settled thest situation well. The Lie Family has even sent a token of appreciation. You should receive it. I believe it should solve this current problem." Mren was as efficient as ever. When Solon received the files, he disyed it on the screen. At the same time, he was dazed for a moment. He did not berate his staff for being unable to analyse the move. It had surpassed the depths of their understanding. The Rotating Shovels three different moves had caused everyone watching the analysis to bepletely bbergasted. At this point in time, the official video analysis had been released. The number of VIP viewers was quickly increasing. In the first part of the analysis, the slow motion camera appeared. What seemed to be a simple rotation actually required the mechs arms, wrists, and fingers to be extremely dexterous in order to block the move. After all, the opponent was Bragging Simon. It has to be known that the force absorbed by the rotation was immense. Even though it was CT, the move still required one to possess at least half the amount of dexterity as they would to do so in a real mech, so it was practically impossible to do this. The first rotating move would probably be imitated by yers in theing weeks. and if the mech was more capable, numerous people should be able to do the same move. The second rotation was then shown. It was obvious that it was not the same as the first one. While the first rotation required strong wrist and finger strength, the second rotation required the fingers and wrist to exert a strong burst of strength. The arm served as a bearing and the rotation was different. The aim was to unload force and not to absorb it. It made use of the rotational force to direct the move towards the enemy. Bragging Simons Pentastrike was extremely quick and it was a killing move. Being able to withstand the move a second time was truly amazing. Under the slow motion camera, the Pentastrike could be seen to bepletely ineffective against the Rotating Shovel. When it came to the third rotation, it was the most shocking one. The shovel had actually prated the opponents energy shield. Only a strike with sufficient force could do so. The livestreaming desk was silent. For the Rotating Shovels final phase, the entire arm and wrist of the Hercules mech had be a bearing. The entire move had relied on the fingers ability to exert strength. Furthermore, when faced with Bragging Simons Pentastrike, it was better to say that the rotational force had managed to absorb the momentum of the assault. This served to increase the speed of the rotation and at the same time gave it enough strength to break through the energy shield! When the umtion of force had reached its peak, the shovel was already releasing humming sounds. At this point in time, the godly shovel had smashed downwards. Forget the fact that it was a Bata Type V. Even if it was a stronger mech, it would have also been smashed to death. Simply said, Skeletons skills were truly expert. He had a super sense forprehension, even in battle! Lie Guang also held back slightly. It was clear that the opponent was a disciple of a famous family. Although the opponent did not seem like he was from a family he already knew, it was not impossible that this opponent was from a disgraced family that had recently recovered. The Sr System was the ce where mankind originated from. Producing an expert was normal. However, there was no need to do anything at this point. The three Rotating Shovels were of threepletely different worlds. The audience let out shocked gasps yet still felt like they had not fully expressed themselves. At this point in time, an awesome video analysis was released. It was released by the Skeleton Corps Super Awesome Association. Simrly, under the view of a slow motion camera, the Rotating Shovels angle and force werepletely dissected. At this point, Chen Xius simtions were shown. It not only demonstrated the angle of the attack but also the amount of force needed. It also showed what sort of movements were necessary. It was broken downyer byyer. It was apletely different viewpared to the official staffs video analysis, yet itplemented it as well. Chen Xius analysis was very aesthetically pleasing. In the multidimensional model, the shovel could be seen to be rotating perfectly on its axis. All of the force was concentrated on one point. Looking at the mechanics behind it, there was intermittent rotation to maintain the spin, and there was only just a brief moment before the rotational force would lose control, which Skeleton had to use to execute the move. At this point in time, Skeletons Hercules hadunched its assault. After determining the direction, the following strike was an unblockable super attack! ording to Chen Xius estimations, in thest moment, regardless of the environment of CT, each of Skeletons fingers had to lift at least 50 to 60 pounds of weight to be able to execute such a move. Although the first rotation could be mimicked, the third one was no different from a godly miracle! After the two video analyses appeared, they reached the top of the charts in terms of views. One analyzed the fight while the other analyzed the technicalities behind it. Theypletely analyzed every aspect of the battle. Among CTs numerous regions, the Hercules usage rate had increased by tens of thousands of times. The shovel had also be the most used weapon in numerous custom-weapon battles. CT had eight Godly Techniques. All of them were unexinable. The truth was, these were all just jokes. Compared to the Rotating Shovel, that was the true godly technique! Furthermore, it was something that everyone could do. When it came to battling, how could one forget to bring a shovel? Chen Xiu and Yao Ailuns video analysis had also been bought by Solon. The two of them had even acquired a tidy sum. With Mrens full support, this battle was not only released on Earth but in the entire Sr System. Furthermore, it had even entered the Milky Way Alliances CT Battle of the Year. What Zisu and her family did not imagine was that because of this, five times the amount of Hercules mecha were sold. Half of the orders were from Earth and the other half were from other gxies! This was an opportunity that had fallen from the sky for OMG, considering the fiercepetition it had in the market. Ever since they had invested in the Spatial Movement Theory research, OMGs luck had been improving. Ye Zisu was also quite surprised that luck had even fallen from the skies! In the following few days, Student Skeleton had be a hot topic. If his skills in piloting the Wargod No. 1 were merely decent, then his skill in piloting the Hercules was truly godly! It hadpletely swept away everyone in the Sr System. In the Sr System, there was an upsurge in poprity for this battle. Although it had to do with Mrens promoting, there was a unanimous agreement that the Sr System CT Region had not seen such an amazing battle in ages. It has to be said that in CTs pursuit of creating a realistic mech experience, it allowed for the potential of a mech to be shown in its full glory. On the list of most popr battles, Skeleton vs Bragging Simon had rushed to the top. Numerous individuals began to practice using the Hercules. "Bro! Please stop. If you want to practice, why dont you go to the training area? Dont y games and ruin us! Do you think you are as good as Skeleton?" "F*ck. It cant be. Not another one. Ive already met three people ying the Hercules. They dragged down the team each time!" All of a sudden, another person guffawed, "No worries. The opponent has two Hercules! HAHA! We are going to win!" This time, there were pitiful things that happened, and even more pitiful things. It was easy to rotate the shovel. The problem was that it was difficult to pull the move off in the pressure of battle. There were some people who sought to find inspiration in battle... or to brag. It was clear that in theing weeks, the advancement matches would be paved with tragedy. It would depend on whose luck was better and not who was more skilled. Perhaps she wanted topete with Skeleton, but Lin Huiyin had also released a new song. As Princess Huiyin had visited Earth, she had be a lot more famous in the Sr System. Her new songs immediately rushed to the top of the charts. The song was a love song, "I Really Miss You." It had a tender and mellow feel to it, especially since the song was about a certain girls ignorant thoughts and feelings of infatuation. It had instantly mesmerized numerous youths. This was Lin Huiyins style. It was clear that after experiencing NOT AFRAID, War of the Blind, and My Heart Would Go On, her songwriting had improved greatly. Previously, she only relied on a sweet voice and her beauty. However, her songs now also had a certain soul to them. Chapter 158: Forgotten History Chapter 158: Forgotten History Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Even some of her harshest critics had a change of tone. Only those who had talent could sing this way. Who would have expected Huiyins improvement to be sorge? However, to her fans, this was truly like a gospel. To the majority of youth idols, there always existed the perennial question. Would they choose to embark on the road of innocence and cuteness with an open private life? However, any drug addictions or scandals would destroy that image. Regardless of how open a society was, deep down, they pursued a specific ideal aesthetic. However, ones requirements of others was always greater than that of themselves. Numerousrge agencies sought to create such an idol that was innocent and untarnished. However, after being popr for several years, these idols would eventually pursue happiness and other materialistic desires instead, ruining their original unblemished image. The idea of an innocent idol was not realized until today, in the form of Lin Huiyin. As an An princess, she was a true member of royalty, an innocent princess. Her identity alone was enough to ensure that. In fact, among the numerous empires, An was most strict about the image of their royalty. It was almost as if they did not live in a modern and open society. They possessed strong beliefs, and their princess was their representative. Hence, fans were not worried about Huiyin falling into a life of debauchery. Hearing Lin Huiyins grieving sound, numerous fans started to tear. It was clear that this song had moved their hearts. The person who had written the lyrics was known as "Little Zi". No one had ever heard of her before, and her fans thought that she might have been a neer to the industry. "This song is just too amazing. Meng Tian, what do you think?" An Mei asked. Meng Tian let out a wry smile. "Its not bad." "Che. Im beginning to wonder if youre really a guy in disguise. Qingqing, do you like this song?" "Its really emotional." Du Qingqing was wearing earphones, her head swaying gently with the music. Ye Zisu listened to the song again and again. Huiyin sang the song a lot better than she did. She had only done this wistfully and had never imagined that she had been chosen. Perhaps Aina would hear this song, but she was not afraid. The previous training was considered a sess. However, to some, it was meaningless. For example, how did Lear feel about it? As the hope of Earth, the sessor to the Cronos family, Lear was burdened with numerous things. Originally, as Lear was young, he was not expected to be responsible for many things. However, his parents had died in a military incident, causing many of the ns of the Cronos family to turn into dust. Hence, when he was young, Lear knew that he was the only hope left for his family. No one knew just how much longer the Cronos familys old patriarch would survive for. When facing his own grandfather, Old Cronos, Earths number one politician, Lear was extremely respectful. He had never seen his grandfather smile before, but today, Old Cronos was actually smiling. "Lear, you have performed excellently." Lear nodded. He did not know if Old Cronos was being sarcastic. Ever since he was young, regardless of what he did, his grandfather was never pleased. Old Cronos looked at Lear. He knew what he was thinking. "Being strong does not mean that one is brave. Showing ones strength is necessary, but hiding ones ability will allow one to have thestugh. Your father never understood this point." "Grandfather, what are you trying to say?" Old Cronos waved his hand. "You dont need to think too much. It is not a conspiracy. Even if it is, its out in the open. Belief is a good thing, but one has to survive on their own. I need to tell you some things today." Lear listened quietly. He did not feel that what old Cronos was talking about was something important. All of his decisions were made with his own judgment, and there would eventually be a time and ce for him to show his true colors. Blindly keeping a low profile would not allow him to be the king. However, there was no need to show his strength just yet. One should focus on what needs to be done. This was just a small matter. "The Sixteen Skies Refinement youve been cultivating is merely just the start. From today onwards, you will cultivate the Sixty Four Sky Refinements. If you are sessful, you will truly rock the world," Old Cronos said. At this point, Lear was dazed. Sixty Four Skies? "Grandfather, how can this be possible?" "This is a long story. From the long annals of mankind, there once appeared two heroic kings. They were from Earth, our ancestors. The two of them dominated the world. One of them was known as Li Feng and the other was known as Wang Dong. The two of them walked different routes but had conquered the world all the same." (Note that the Li Feng is , which is the same Li as Lears .") "There were two of them?" Lear asked. However, in the official history of mankind, these two individuals did not exist. Only in some unofficial sources, traces of these two could be heard of. How could men wield the power of gods? Old Cronos mouth turned up into a sneer. "Politics is the breeding ground for scum. The winner is the king. Mankind had almost been destroyed, but because of the appearance of these two men, they were saved. Furthermore, technology also took a significant leap forward. How else would they have the strength to rule over the Milky Way?" "But since they were so strong, why..." Lear could not believe it. A strong person would definitely leave behind a strong legacy. How could they just have disappeared? "This is mankinds historys biggest secret. The first generation Li Feng mastered unfathomable scientific and technological power, possibly that of an extraterrestrial civilization or that of the universe. The second generation Wang Dong grasped the strongest internal art and sparked a century of gic evolution among mankind at the same time. At this point in time, mankinds fleshly body was so strong that they could crush the heavens! The current Ability X cannot even hold a candle to it." Old Cronos looked engrossed in his deep thoughts. Although he had never seen it, he had exined it the same way his own father had. Not being able to live in the same era was truly unfortunate. "If this is true, how did they disappear?" "How can a beggar possibly understand a kings thoughts? That era is from long ago. Almost no one knows what happened. However, Li Fengs achievements were greater than that of Wang Dongs. The Zergs main forces were destroyed in the Sr System. Furthermore, a terrifying thing happened." Lear did not consider himself to be a curious person, but what he had heard up to now had shaken his entire world. It seemed so illogical. "The Zerg had begun to evolve, gaining traits of humans. Those bugs felt that we were too terrifying. A pity that in the final battle, they were all defeated by Wang Dong. Mankind had finally defeated thest obstacle of their voyage through the stars." Old Cronos swallowed some of his saliva while looking attentively at Lear before giving a wry smile. "At that point in time, Wang Dong had demonstrated the strength of a god. However, after that battle, he disappeared. Mankind prospered in the following decades, but at that point, another problem arose. What exactly happened, I am unclear of, but mankind seemed to have received some form of divine punishment after infringing upon the powers of gods. Mankind then seemed to have suffered an unprecedented catastrophe, one of their own making." "How could this have happened Grandfather? How could this be true?" "Keke. In this world, there are few things that deserve our faith. This story can be used to serve as a reference, a more reliable reference to what truly happened in the past. After the catastrophe, mankind had changed from one that initially pursued only science and technology, to one that focused on gics, to the one we know today, abination of both gics and science. As it turns out, this was the best choice as mankind has never suffered a catastrophe again and we have been able to dominate the Milky Way." Old Cronos was so enthused that it seemed as though he had experienced this part of history himself. When they had reached this point of their lives, fame and fortune were no longer things that they sought. What they hoped to do was to achieve something heroic, something that would resound through the annals of mankind. "After that point in time, the Sr System Federationpletely purged all of the internal arts that could change ones genes. Many families fell into tragedy as a result, and even their temples were ransacked. A few mighty families were even destroyed. However, this also happened to create an opportunity for our Cronos family. We were the ones who had led the obliteration of these families as the one leading the government at that time!" Lear looked dazed. "Then the Sky Refinements..." Old Cronos gave Lear a calm look. Lear immediately understood. Purging the others was meant to snatch power from them. The aim was not destruction alone. "Since they were so strong, why would they be sitting ducks, waiting to be destroyed?" "Now that is the key question. The strength of internal arts had been gradually weakening. In the war against these temples, things were extremely strange. Although the internal arts were still there, the people had disappeared. Even our own internal arts had been gradually weakening year by year. In the end, it could only be used to develop ones fitness. However, now that we have found out that it can help to advance ones Ability X, we have to take it step by step. If these internal arts are not cultivated properly, one will be in danger. I believe you already know that this is the only way for you to upy a ce in the futurepetitions. This will then allow our Sr System to rise again." Internal arts had caused the decline of the Sr System. When it was found that these internal arts could strengthen Ability X, the families of the Sr System Federation could finally see hope that they could be restored to their prime. During that years turmoil, the Lie Family had preserved their internal art. This likely had to do with their immovable rtionship with the Jail of Mars. This event was truly earth-shaking, but it was only an empty gap in the annals of mankinds history. During the following times of peace, this part of history waspletely rewritten. Unfortunately, after the end of that heroic era, it looked as though the Sr Systems destiny had run dry, and ever since then, they had only declined. Old Cronos gradually awakened from his memories, his gaze suddenly turning sharp. "All you need to know is that you just have to understand what has happened. Times have changed, and the only family that possesses the legacy of internal arts is us. The Moons legacies have disappeared, but Mars still possesses the Lie family. Our days of glory will start from Earth. It is mankinds source, and it is the will of the heavens. You have to grasp this opportunity, bend heavens will to your control and be that person!" Looking at the passionate Old Cronos, Lear felt very calm. To him, this was nothing more than a story. The strength that he wanted was something more tangible. Regarding Lears calmness, Old Cronos was not angry at all. On the contrary, he was very happy. Lear seemed as immovable as a mountain and possessed his own judgment. This was what Old Cronos truly expected of him. Some people were different. Lear was like this. He was far, far stronger than either his father or Old Cronos himself. Thinking back, the first time he had heard this story, he waspletely mesmerized. Lears father was alsopletely enthralled by the notion of these internal arts. Neither of them were able to stay as calm as Lear. "Drupe." "Yes, Patriarch?" When the voice sounded out, Drupe appeared out of the shadows like a ghost. On the contrary, Lear did not react. Chapter 159: What a Female Secretary is For Chapter 159: What a Female Secretary is For Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Bring him along," Old Cronos said inly. Drupe nodded respectfully. "Young Master, please follow me." Drupe looked shaken. The day had finallye for the great Li Er to start a new chapter of his life. His very existence was for the sake of his family. Although silence was restored in the room, Old Cronoss gaze was fiery. There was finally hope to achieve the dreams that the Cronos bloodline had fought for for generations. Actually, he too could tell a ptable tale of how even a pirate became a prince, but this was not something Old Cronos would do. Winners were celebrated and losers were vilified. Only through victory then could they be undisputed kings. After Li Feng and Wang Dong, the victor capable of bending even the will of the heavens could only be the one and only Li Er Cronos! The skies outside were azure blue, with only sparse flowers of cloud floating in silence. It was like the universe was mocking both the insignificance of human race and the overwhelming nature of human ambition. As the wheels of history continued spinning, the glory of the past was already long gone. Only Earthlings could take all this to be their lives responsibility. What theny ahead? No one knew. However, miracles were often just born like this. Therger the heart, therger the horizons. The following days were very cosy, like that of a summer vacation. Wang Zheng and friends were rushing to consolidate their learning. The professors sometimes turned a blind eye since no one would seriously kick any of these four heroes out from the academy. In reality, regardless of whether it is Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, or Zhang Runan, they were all very serious. None of them were obnoxious and arrogant just because of a little achievement. Among the four of them, the only one who warranted some attention was Zhang Shan. His school-based fan club was particrly active. Using Zhang Shans words, he would like to find a girlfriend from the club, but in reality, Zhang Shan had exhausted all his time and energy on training. He did not want to be fall behind in the second phase. Yet another piece of good news C Leader Xiao Feis research team had applied for an Alliance Technological Prize and was epted! The military academys website was revamped yet again. The red background transformed into an even more festive shade. The principal was making a speech that same night. Based on the image on screen, his face was red, as though he had drank something. "I am sure everyone has seen the news. Two pieces of good news. Firstly, it is almost summer break; secondly, Wang Zheng and his fellow students have won the prize for the Milky Way Alliance University Technological Achievement Award, which is given once every four years. This is the second time the school has won such an award... The whole school is proud of your achievement. Let me now announce that for all students taking the final exam, there is an opportunity to retake the exam if necessary!" Principal Gu Te was obviously overjoyed. Making such an "insensiblement, he had clearly thought through beforehand how such a move would radically change the learning atmosphere. If the schoolcked the environment to promote learning, these students may not choose to work hard. With another chance for examination, this would motivate students and perhaps even save a few on the line. The entire military academy roared. Long live the principal, long live Wang Zheng, Professor Xiao Fei, we love you... A particr student who went overboard in his shouting was assaulted. The nail that stuck up mostly got hammered down. The supposedly glorious Wang Zheng let out a bitter smile. "Can we not go?" Training was very draining, and Wang Zheng wanted to use this break to examine the Rubiks cube. "No, as the representative of the academy, do you think you can just not go? Even if I do let you off, will Gu Te let you off?" Xiao Fei stared at Wang Zheng. What kind of guy was this? As the university student who had just won the highest honors, he... just pretended as though nothing had happened!! He was clearly a great talent in physics, but instead he chose to join the Mecha Department. Well, being impractical was fine; it was good to have dreams as a youth, since one would eventually learn to acknowledge reality and get back on track. Mecha were for ignorant teens, and there was no future in that field! The important thing was that the first person who had ever won such an award for the academy was Xiao Fei. Now that her disciple had won too, should such news spread, it would be simply wonderful. One would have thought that since IG was such a hugepetition and was filled with all the talents of the sr system, Wang Zheng would have been eliminated in no time. The news of Wangs unexpected ster performance spread like wildfire. Now she not only had to share Wang Zheng with Gu Te, but she would also have topete with the military for this piece of talent. Given that news sources had also confirmed that Wang Zheng won the technological achievement award, how could he forsake such an opportunity to experience the strength of the scientificmunity and such a moment of glory? No way, he had to go! Wang Zheng still struggled in thought. Xiao Fei pretended to be somber, mimicking a scene from the movie she saw. "Dont you forget, the fact that you could even attend IG was because of my signature. I can revoke that at any time. Besides, you can expand your horizons by going to the Milky Way Alliance Headquarters... Be good!" Indeed, she used a carrot and a stick to convince him. Wang Zheng lowered his head and his eyes shed. He was feeling a little dizzy since he had to pull an all-nighter with Professor Xiao Fei. Nested in those loose clothes... something was so white and deep. It was often said that seeing cleavage led to arousal. In spite of her not wearing underwear, her cleavage was still seen. This was arousing enough that even a mountain would burn up in mes! "Speak!" Xiao Fei was totally oblivious to the problem at hand. "Yes, Professor, you are right. This will be a great, eye-opening experience. I must follow in your footsteps and press on bravely!" Wang Zheng caved in. He had no ce to hide. Speaking sense to Xiao Fei was not tenable; he had no chance of winning from the onset. That said, getting to see the Milky Way Alliance headquarters did not seem bad at all. Xiao Fei nodded with a satisfied smile. Having Wang Zheng see the power and glory of the scientificmunity may not cause him to abandon the thought of being a mecha pilot immediately, but with such a thought nted, it would eventually flourish. Suddenly, Xiao Fei noticed that Wang was acting strangely and lowered her head to take a look... While working all night yesterday, because her bra made her chest feel stuffy, she decided to remove it. As soon as she received the news, she forgot to wear it and left the house immediately. From afar, it was nothing much. However, up close, on a summer day, some things were inevitable. Xiao Fei lifted her head, putting up a smile. "Did you enjoy it?" "It was okay... wait, what?" Wang Zheng coughed. He would bet a hundred dors that Professor Xiao Feis professional boundaries had only be clearer in the past two months. However, he was also not exactly sure. After all, he was not a yer. But since he was not a yer and yet he felt something, it only proved that she was fairly eligible... "Pretty good, is it? Little brat, you dare to take advantage of even your own professor? Hurry up and work your brain to death! Make some progress on your theory; otherwise, dont you daree out of yourb ever again!" Wang Zheng responded politely, "Yes, maam, I will definitelyplete my work." "What an unhesitant response. Did you take notes from Ye Zisu? She is a pretty gooddy. This trip to Rnd Garros required conducting a lot of experiments, including spatial transfer... all of that money was provided by OMG." Xiao Fei winked. Wang Zhengughed again. "Professor, you are mistaken. She is just a good friend whom I have known since highschool." "Well, I didnt even say anything. You assume that everyone is into you," said Xiao Fei teasingly. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders in resignation. Knowing that she had to win every argument, his best response was just to stop retaliating. Apart from Ye Zisu, Tyrant Su also wanted to go to Rnd Garros. Since the Yan family was the sponsor for the research, An Mei naturally followed for the trip. Now that it was summer break, An Mei had found a part-time job in Little Fortune Star Company. Although Yan Xiaosu asserted that he could be the secretary for the trip, he just wanted apany-sponsored trip. On the other hand, the Yan parents had a totally hands-off approach to parenting now that their son was all grown up. Even during a meet-up with friends, they no longer discussed matters regarding their son. As the Milky Way Alliance government center, Rnd Garros was basically not open to tourists. However, it remained as one of the top tourist destinations. Every country of the Milky Way alliance had an embassy in Rnd Garros. Every embassy was characterized by a unique cultural architecture that defined their respective countries. Touring Rnd Garros was essentially experiencing all of the cultures that made up the Milky Way Alliance. However, going to Rnd Garros not only required money but also required a special permit. This permit was not only of short validity but also restricted one to the embassy of ones nationality. As summer break approached, everyone became more lively. At the same time, Wang Zheng began his journey to Rnd Garros. The New Olympus had a length of 2,800 meters and width of 832 meters. It boasted an impressive exterior and possesses three main cannons as well as 126 other automatic artillery guns. This was one of Earths ambassador ships. Rattling off technical specifications was easy, and it was nothingpared to the impulse to pilot it for Wang Zheng. The New Olympus interior was smaller than he expected. Touching and feasting his eyes on the interior of the ship brought him great physical gratification. Flying the ship was a fantasy that he could only dream about. "Enough, any more will be embarrassing for us." Xiao Fei was the leader of this team. Wang Zhengs behavior was indeed embarrassing. However, Wang Zhengs response was even more infuriating. He imed that he was a fighter and not a scientist. This ship structurally had arge capacity and hence he was definitely sure that it had possessed a secretpartment. However, this would not be the main processor area. Perhaps it was for operating the cannons, or maybe it served as the power source... Tyrant Su nodded fervently. He was so shaken that he could hardly speak. The systems, the mecha, and the ship itself were all passions of men that could not be understood by the likes of women. An Mei, who was serving as Yan Xiao Sus "secretary", was wearing a pencil skirt which was typical office attire. Tyrant Su muttered that if there was something to do, the secretary should do it. If there was nothing to do, then he would do the secretary... An Mei rolled her eyes and quietly swore that she would never be Tyrant Sus secretary again. On the other hand, Ye Zisu was wearing in, simple clothes paired with exquisite essories. She appeared elegant and seemed very appropriate for the asion. Wang Zheng made a ruckus throughout the journey. The apanying soldiers were wearing faces of passive aggression. However, their superiors gave explicitmands to respect Xiao Fei, a scientist who had the status of a national treasure. With such a rare aplishment that required them to reject honoring An migrants and instead choose to honor Earths aplishments, as long as Xiao Fei did not dismantle the New Olympus, regardless of her actions, the soldiers were told to amodate it. Hence, they struggled to tolerate Wang Zhengs unruly behavior. Should their junior officers exhibit such behavior, they would immediately be sentenced to death! Chapter 160: Lust Chapter 160: Lust Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the resting chamber, a female lieutenant wearing a striking space suit appeared. In response to her fairly impressive figure, Yan Xiaosu protested that the military was just too evil! The female lieutenant smiled. "Hi, everyone, my name is Zhao Jin. I am the officer of this ship. I have already given everyone my contact number. If you require anything, please do not hesitate to contact me." As Zhao Jin raised her hand, a ray of light shot forth, disying the ships interior structure. However, there was one particryer which was marked in yellow and affixed with a warningbel. Zhao Jin tapped her finger on the exterior. "Let me first give an introduction about the basic situation here. This is our current location, that is the resting chamber, and that is the training room. In there, you can find the newest training equipment, which includes a military-grade gravity chamber... Let me allocate your individual rooms to you. This is the dining hall; half of the ships crew dines here, and the open hours are from 0500 to 2300..." "Maam, I have a question." Yan Xiaosu raised his hand. Zhao Jinughed. "You can just call me Zhao Jin. Please go ahead." "May I find you even if I have no problems?" As soon as the question was asked, An Meis tiny fingers pinched Tyrant Su. "Oh, if youre not afraid to die, feel free to try, my little friend." These people were pretty lively. However, Zhao Jins superiors gave explicit instructions that these were important people and hence required appropriate treatment. After introducing the main spaces, Zhao Jin walked everyone through the said spaces. "The other areas are all restricted areas. I hope no one will intrude. On top of that, for long distance space travel, the most important thing is..." Zhao Jin continued to introduce all types of rules regarding space ships. After all, this was the first time they had such a long flight. Since the ship crew had other duties, Zhao Jin did not want these guests to interrupt their work. Yan Xiaosu whispered in Wang Zhengs ear, "Bro, the uniforms are great, no wonder you always wanted to join the military!" Wang Zheng was speechless. He had grand ideals. Even though all the military systems ads always featured beautiful female officers, he only took a few nces and nothing more. As for what it meant to be a beautiful military officer, Zhao Jin clearly satisfied this criteria. She had fair, healthy skin and exotic facial features. Standing at 1.8 meters tall with a pair of gorgeous, slender legs, Zhao Jin was incredibly attractive. Most notably, the uniform she was wearing hugged her skin and really showcased her amazing figure. "Alright, that is about it. If there is anything you do not understand, please feel free to contact me." Zhao Jin left with a smile. Her responsibility was over for now. These two kids were pretty perverted. Were all kids like that? It was free time for Zhao Jin and she obviously could not follow the rest of the crowd as she had to attend to her responsibilities. On the other hand, leader Xiao Fei immediately ran to theb with no intention ofing out. There were many experiments that couldnt be perfectly executed on Earth. This was an opportunity too good to miss. Xiao Feis schedule was packed to the brim and she had no extra capacity for any of her students, not even Wang Zheng. In no time, only Wang Zheng, Yan Xiaosu, Ye Zisu, and An Mei were left in the resting chamber. Before Yan Xiaosu had a chance to speak, An Mei started to pinch his ear. "Did someone have a secret chat? That is a pity, because with such intense emotions, that was said a little too loudly." Was it very loud? It obviously was not. However, there was still lingering lust between Yan Xiaosu and An Mei. An Mei definitely knew what Yan Xiaosu had whispered into Wang Zhengs ear. Lieutenant Zhao Jin certainly was exceptional. Her legs were as great as gold, and An Mei paled inparison. Most importantly, she had the maturity and poise of a soldier, which made her exceptionally attractive to males. "You must have misheard, I said that the military uniform is very sharp. Thereafter, I wanted to tailor a set for you, and then..." Yan Xiaosus smile clearly became lewd. An Mei blushed. She could not handle such a move. "Do you want to die... these things should be said in private." Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu exchanged nces. What a scandalous couple! "Lets go and check the training room," Yan Zisu suggested. She knew that Wang Zheng would be very interested in this and thought that this would be a great time to ditch the other two so they could have their own private time. An Mei was sometimes very admirable. She was daring enough to speak and take action. An Mei had also shared that love ought to be passionate and vigorous regardless of the oue. However, Ye Zisu could not do it. The crew training room included top-notch facilities that was way beyond the ordinary. On top of that, there was greater control over the variance of intensity. Xiao Feis experiments on this flight were the most important thing she had to do. There was ample time since New Olympus did not fly very fast. At times, there were curved flight paths and there were spatial jumps at others. Sometimes, the ship would rest in deep space for a while. Wang Zheng and his friends spent all three days ying. It was essentially their first time on such a flight. On the other hand, Xiao Fei was familiar with this process. After three days of travel, the New Olympus finally made it through the Pluto Federation. After refueling, the ship flew into the intergctic wormhole. The wormhole was one of humanitys most important technologies. It connected the whole of the Milky Way Alliance. It could be said that ones speed when travelling through it approached the speed of light and was one of the greatest breakthroughs since air travel. Actually, the wormhole had already existed since thousands of years ago. It was only recently that it became operational andplete. Simply put, a wormhole was a spatial distortion. "Everyone, can I have your attention please. Everyone, can I have your attention please. This is your captain speaking. In five minutes, we will be entering the wormhole. All passengers please take your seats." The one on the inte was ships captain, Major General Torres. As therge battleship entered the wormhole, the ship shook violently. Everyone felt slightly nauseous, but this was not a persistent sensation. In that moment, everything turned pitch ck. The experience was simr to a fish being poured into a dark bottle or into the beak of arge monster. The speed of flight was entirely different from that during ordinary travel. Thankfully, after a few minutes, the ship emerged from the wormhole. New Olympus was now 220 light years away from the sr system. The Sky River System was a smallary system. When humanity first discovered it, it possessed a star smaller than but about ten billion times older than the sun. The New Olympus flew straight towards the Sky River Systems star. This was an important opportunity to test the gravitational force of the star for physics experiments. Wang Zheng did not participate much in the experiments. In his words, he was purely a theoretical scientist. Letting him do experiments was not useful. Whatever he could think of, he could calcte it. If he could not calcte the result, there was no point doing experiments and it could only be a posttion at best. Wang Zheng spent most of the time training. IG training was intensifying. Back in the academy, there was not much time and it was seldom peaceful. This was a rare opportunity for Wang Zheng to improve himself. His schedule was packed and he hoped to make a breakthrough in physical conditioning. Apart from looking at Xiao Feis notes to him during his rest time, Wang Zheng would sometimes be dragged along by Yan Xiaosu to y cards and watch television with Ye Zisu and An Mei. Ding dong... "Pleasee in." Wang Zheng was doing pushups in his room and the digital disy indicated "129". There was a voice in the room. Wang Zheng stole a nce from the corner of his eye. It was Ye Zisu. He smiled. "Are An Mei and Yan Xiaosu at it again?" "I cannot keep being the third wheel, so I came to find you," said Ye Zisu with a smile. She sat quietly in a corner. "If youre not in a rush, let me finish this set of push-ups. I still have 164 more to go." Wang Zheng started to do his push-ups even quicker. "No rush, Wang Zheng. Sometimes I really admire your persistence." Ye Zisu smiled, turned around, and sat at a table in a corner. Both of her hands were behind her back. Her eyes were glued on Wang Zheng and she no longer spoke. In no time, the remaining push-ups werepleted. Wang Zheng stood up and wiped off his sweat. This was his tenth repetition, and he had met his training goal for the day. "Lets go, shall we go check out the scenery?" Ye Zisu nodded. The two of them went to the window of the ship. At this point, New Olympus was already close to the Sky River Star. The bright and deadly radiation of the star exuberated from a distance. Shades of gold glistened from the sun. Most of the strong rays were absorbed by the safety filters of the ship, but the glory and intensity of the star remained in view. From the view of the window, one could see that in the same direction as New Olympus, there was aet with a long tail flying towards the Sky River Star. At this close proximity in the deep dark space, one could see the white tail of theet reflecting the rays of the sun shining especially brightly in the darkness. The view was absolutely mesmerizing. Wang Zheng did not speak and neither did Ye Zisu. Standing shoulder to shoulder, they stood in front of the window of the ship. Theet slowly elerated under the influence of gravity. The two of them were marveled by such a brilliant spectacle Ye Zisu stood by the right side of Wang Zheng. Just a gentle move from her left hand would allow her to touch Wang Zhengs right hand. At times, she felt like she was thatet. "An Mei, I say the two definitely are here. I am notte, right?" Yan Xiaosus voice could be heard from a distance. Ye Zisu smiled faintly and turned around. She adjusted her hair with her left hand. "It is about time. Anyter and you would have missed everything." Yan Xiaosu blinked. This seemed weird. It seemed as though now was not a good time. As theet entered the star, it did not seem as impressive. Rtive to the star, it only seemed like a ck spot. If the ship were not up close, perhaps it would not be visible to the naked eye. "Beautiful things are often easily lost ..." Chapter 161: Living Atlanteans! Chapter 161: Living Anteans! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas An Mei was awkward, but girls were always awkward in the presence of beautiful things. "Shall we y a game of cards?" The atmosphere was odd, but it wasnt great as if was too silent. At the same time, it was not the worst either as nothing had really happened. It was just the sight of aet disintegrating; it was not as though someone had died. Although Yan Xiaosu made that suggestion, he was never the sentimental type. "Sure. What about you, Wang Zheng?" asked Ye Zisu as she nodded with a smile. "Alright." The resting chamber was slightly empty. There were only two or three people with tired looks on their faces, who apparently had just finished work. Due to the nature of experimental physics, apart from Wang Zheng and his friends, it was very difficult to find anyone else resting leisurely in the New Olympus. Even themunications team had just a little bit of rest time over dinner every day, barely affording to show their faces to the rest of the crew. Right after exining the current situation of the New Olympus, they had to resume their busy lives. After the four finished a round of poker, Yan Xiaosu had lost so much he ought to have changed his name to "Shu" (lose). "You are not allowed to count cards..." Tyrant Su yelled fruitlessly while An Meiughed hysterically. She did not know how to count cards, but she had still won a significant amount. "I am done, let us y another game. Last night, I found a great board game and yed it all night. Boss, shall we test it?" Yan Xiaosu expressed great confidence in this new game of his. Naturally, Wang Zheng agreed. He actually did love games, he just did not have the time to y. Yan Xiaosu set the game up with haste, whistling a happy tune as he did so. A screen appeared on the table. Buttons and controls emerged in the four corners of the screen. Wang Zheng had never yed such an old-style game before. The screen depicted a wrestling match. "Would anyone like to battle?" Yan Xiaosu speedily made a decision. "Let me try." Wang Zheng smiled. A minuteter, Yan Xiaosus face of confidence turned stiff and lifeless... he had lost. "Hang on, that did not count. I was distracted, lets try again." This time, it was only 30 seconds. Yan Xiaosu definitely did not offer incense to his ancestors when he woke up this morning. He had lost again, and this time, it was an utter defeat. "Again... Ye Zisu, would you like to y? Boss,dies first." Student Yans greatest strength was that he never admitted defeat. If his technique was not as strong as hispetitors, he would employ better strategies. Given how he had lost after showcasing that initial demeanor of confidence, he was determined to find a way to win and reim some dignity. "Sure." Ye Zisu nodded. Twenty secondster... Yan Xiaosu almost teared earnestly. It became apparent that Wang Zheng had tried to spare him some dignity, restraining himself from finishing Xiaosu off within thirty seconds. On the other hand, Ye Zisu tried too hard initially and won within a period of only twenty seconds... An Meiughed. "Yan Xiaosu, didnt you say that you were a pro yesterday?" After several rounds, Yan Xiaosu decided to quit. "This is basically bullying. Why dont you let me win for a change?" Ye Zisuughed again. "It is not that we did not try to let you win. We have been ying with only one hand." Yan Xiaosu swore that he would never y games which required fast fingers, because it was only self-torture. Raising his head, he noticed that many other crew members were here in the resting chamber. After checking his watch, he realized that this was precisely the time for changing shifts. As busy as it got, it was still important to maintain ones body in top physical and mental condition in the depths of the cosmos. Yan Xiaosu suddenly shifted his attention to a nearby table, noting, "That person with fair skin has got some charm. Could it be that such a man has gone through stic surgery?" The sole person at that table noticed that Yan Xiaosu had been stealing nces at him. In the direction of Wang Zheng, he gave a faint smile and raised his ss in an elegant manner. "He is an Antean, it is his natural appearance," said Ye Zisu. "What, Anteans are still alive? This is the first time Ive met one. Boss, shall we say hi and get a photo?" Yan Xiaosus eyes lit up. Clearly having heard Yan Xiaosusments, that manughed. Such a scenario had urred on numerous asions. Humans had always been curious about the Antean people. Although Xiaosus actions might have appeared rude, there was ultimately a shroud of mystery surrounding them. "Greetings, everyone, I am indeed someone who is alive. My name is Ya Shuman, and I am a military intelligence officer." Ya Shuman took the initiative and gave an introduction. "Pleasure to meet you. I am Wang Zheng. This is Ye Zisu, An Mei. That person over there is my good friend, Yan Xiaosu. Sorry if our earlierment offended you in any way, apologies about that." Wang Zheng smiled and stood up. "It is not big deal. Antean people also know how to crack jokes." Ya Shuman smiled gently, looking at the four people around him. "Dont just keep standing,e and have a seat. It is really my first time, so I was a little excited." Yan Xiaosu tried to restore normalcy in the conversation lest he embarrassed the human race. "When I just left Antis and first met humans, I also cracked many jokes, but I gradually got used to it." Ya Shuman had a pleasant, amiable attitude. As he shared embarrassing tales of his interactions with humans, the four of themughed uncontrobly. "My gosh, is every Antean person as humorous as you are?" Yan Xiaosu found that all his pre-conceptions about Antean people had been shattered. "Thank you, I cannot say the same for everyone, but I feel that I am fairly typical of an Antean person." "That is right then. So it seems that Antean people are like that. In the past, I used to think that all of them were rigid and religious." "Ah, that must be a misunderstanding. The reason why I came to the world of humans was to deepen mutual understanding... Wang Zheng is the genius who won the alliance technological prize." Ya Shuman looked at Wang Zheng with some suspicion. "Our Boss is all-knowing, he even got through an IGpetition selection." Tyrant Su, being the big-mouth that he was, continued to rattle off praise incessantly. "... do you possess Ability X?" Ya Shuman asked curiously. Wang Zheng shook his head. "No, please do not listen to Xiaosus nonsense. Ive only been through one selection. I heard that Antean people all possess great strength and that their machines are especially unique." Wang Zheng had deep interest regarding this. After their conversation, he learned a lot more about the Anteans machines and found that they were indeed a force to be reckoned with. Ya Shumanughed. "Antean people are humans too, but the species diverged earlier. Our development focuses on the brain. Our machines require a lot of time and attention, whereas human machines are more bnced. Each have their own merits. Wang Zheng, if you have a chance, you should really go to Antis." The four of them were taken aback. Antis people seldom extended an invitation to visit their home. "If there is a chance, I will definitely do it." "Please carry on chatting. I still have work and have to head off now," said Ya Shuman. "Pleasure to meet you, hope to see you again." Everyone bid their goodbyes and waited till Ya Shuman walked out of the door before they took their seats. Suddenly, Yan Xiaosu touched his forehead. "Strange, there was something odd about just now. That person is not a gorgeousdy, but why did I feel like I had to behave in front of him?" An Mei stroked Xiaosus ears. "You want a gorgeousdy?" "Yes, isnt that you?" Yan Xiaosu was used to how An Mei acted, clearly evidenced by how he easily deflected her sarcasm. Of course, An Mei was not really jealous either and understood that Xiaosu,cking the tenacity to take action, was simply smack talking. However, she still yed along with Xiaosu. The two continued to talk passionately and their numerous desires flowed out of their mouths as they chattered. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu began to back off quickly. "I am going to do some self study." Ye Zisu could no longer bear to watch. "I am going for training." Wang Zheng left in a hurry. When Wang Zheng arrived, there was already someone in the gravity room. He was of arge stature, doing push-ups with five times gravity. Wang Zheng did not go easy either as he executed his own training regime in the same room. The other person in the room caught a nce but did not pay much attention. He was under five times gravity, yet he trained as though he was not being affected. Clearly this young man was not too shabby. This person was Qiangsen, who had his vision restored. Not only that, because his treatment involved some degree of gic improvements, his body had also be more muscr. He was now given a new path to tread! Half an hourter, Qiangsen could not help but notice this young man. Although his training was rigorous, it did not seem that five times gravity was of any difficulty to him. "Great job, young man. Which school are you from?" "I am from Ares College," said Wang Zheng with a smile as he continued with his training. It was no easy feat to speak and train at the same time. "One of the top three academies on Earth. It is a shame that I did not manage to pass the entrance exam to these military academies." This was one of Qiangsens deep rooted regrets. "My dream is to be an honorable soldier. The military college is just a ce for learning." "That is interesting. I want to increase the gravity by another multiple, is that okay with you?" Qiangsen was keen on testing Wang Zheng. "No problem." Wang Zheng continued with his training, which involved ten one-handed push-ups followed by ten frog jumps and another ten one-handed push-ups. As six times gravity took effect, Wang felt some weight on his shoulders but found it refreshing. His body immediately reacted to the gravitational pull with an opposing force. This gravity room was far better than any of those found outside. The gravity here was rtively stable! Qiangsen simrly felt rejuvenated and continued to test the limits of his body. During the whole hour, neither of them talked. They were totally engrossed in their own regimes, but they silently exchanged a sense of mutual admiration for each other. Thereafter, the gravity room made a beeping sound and the gravitational forces eased, signifying the designated rest time. Qiangsen rose, checking Wang Zheng out. His face looked normal, but his muscles... looked very firm. He did not seem very well-built in spite of his strength. In the past, Qiangsen used to despise people from the military colleges as he thought that these people had never undergone difficult trials. However, Wang Zheng clearly was not such a person. "Let us introduce ourselves. I am Qiangsen, member of the special forces." Qiangsen extended his hand. Wang Zheng stared nkly. He had good memory, and this name, Qiangsen, seemed particrly familiar. It couldnt be... such a concidence, could it? "Wang Zheng, systems freshman... sorry, I previously saw a CT video and there was a famed warrior, lord of the shadows, called Qiangsen..." Chapter 162: Fate Chapter 162: Fate Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Qiangsen roared out inughter. "I cant believe Im being recognized here! Seems like Ive got my own fair share of fame. Youngd, we hit off well, wanna go get a drink together? Youre of age, right?" Wang Zheng shrugged. "I started drinking when I was 10." "Ha! My man! Wait for me right here, Ill go back and get some." Back in the room, four "indecent" looking persons were ying cards on Qiangsens bed. "You bastards! Youre wearing shoes on the bed again!" He chided, walking to the side. "Wheres my beer?" "I didnt do it. Rabbit did it," a short, dark, bulky-looking man said, giggling. Despite his honest looks, he had the most funny ideas and was the most crooked of them all. "You piece of sh*t. You me everything on me. How dare you say it was me?" Rabbit was a big, white man. His body was almost entirely covered in tattoos. A ck, menacing rabbit was tattooed on his left cheek. Intimidating. "Shut up. Baldy, go get some bottles. But dont get into any trouble," Qiangsen warned. "Dont worry. Leave it to me." Baldy had a bald, shiny head. With a red bandana on his forehead, he imed to have hailed from a religious background. Even his personality was as honest as a monks. He was a rather skillful fighter. "Hey, Boss, youre back early today, eh?" "Yea. Oh right, Phoenix, who else other than us is on this long-distance trip?" Phoenix was a woman on the outside, but definitely a man on the inside. Whoever treated her like ady was bound to be killed by her in battle. But regardless, with a females body, Phoenix often exhibited feminine traits, such as an eye for detail. She was her teams intel collector and analyst. "A group of scientists, I think. There are some students. They won some award in technology. Different from us." "Any experts?" "Oh? What happened?" Qiangsen nodded. "Nothing much. I saw a pretty solidd while training. He could bench six times his weight and do single-handed push-ups." He climbed onto the bed with his shoes still on while speaking. He took over Baldys cards and joined in the game." "Tsk. Thats nothing. A newbie like that? I can push him over using just one finger." "Yeah? Move aside. This guy seems alright. He studies mecha too." "Alright, Boss. People from these schools, the most they need is a few days in the army on the ground and theyll be highly ranked. They and us, we arent even on the same path." Qiangsen smiled and said nothing. The four of them got into their game. Ten minutester, Baldy agilely hopped in like a monkey. "Weve been drinking too much, somebody put up surveince. This wasnt easy to get out. Drink sparingly!" There was liquor on board the New Olympics, but it was not for them. And to be frank, they did not fit in with the people on the ship at all. They looked like they came from a different world altogether. If not for the fact that the mission they were on was a special one, they might not even have the rights to get on the ship. They too despised those sissies who hid in the ship all day long. They couldnt stand their air of arrogance and would rather stay in the room to y cards. With liquor in his arms, Qiangsen made his way back to the training center. He didnt know that thed called Wang Zheng would still be around. It seemed like they were just fated. But the scene that unfolded before him shook him to the core. How could that be possible? Ten times his weight! And based on the records, it had been five minutes since the weights had been activated! Seeing Qiangsen, Wang Zheng turned the gravity off and got up. "Kid, youre amazing, eh? Here, catch." Qiangsen tossed a bottle of alcohol over. The two of them leaned against the wall, each holding a bottle, and chatted. Qiangsen talked about his life, things that his teammates could not understand or empathize with. The few of them had been on battle mode their whole lives, and a peaceful life was an entirely different world to them. But for Qiangsen, his experiences had enriched his soul. Wang Zheng was awestruck listening to his stories. He used to only think that a warrior like that should not had let his talents go to waste. Perhaps it was his willpower at work. Not only did Qiangsen recover in therapy, but his physical strength improved. At the same time, the military gave him greater responsibilities. It could all be seen as a blessing in disguise. Qiangsen also listened to Wang Zhengs dreams and aspirations. Upon hearing it was Wang Zhengs childhood dream to be a Mech Warrior, Qiangsen almost spat outughing. "Damn! I thought I was the only person baited into that! So you were tricked by the advertisement too!" Every man dreamt to be a hero. Not all men lived for power. "Right? I was lucky. Otherwise, even the military wouldnt take me in, let alone a military school." Wang Zheng shared the story about his 28 point gic score. Qiangsenughed heartily. "Kid, theres an ancient saying for humankind: Heavens duty befalls upon all but heart and soul, body and mind will first go through hardship and tests...Something along those lines. Whatever it is, it means that the king, the duke, and the general think highly of you! You are a good piece of material!" "I hope so. Actually, on one hand, its to realize my dreams. On the other hand, I also hope to get the girl I like through my own hard work." While having had some drinks, Wang Zheng couldnt help but think of Aina. It was fun hanging out with Qiangsen. He was like an elder brother, someone he could talk about the matters of the heart with. "Life is bitter and short, so youve got to live it out! As long as you think its right, you think its worth it, who cares if the rest of the world disagrees?" "Ha! Thats right! A man must be harsher on himself!" "Or other men will be harsh on you!" Qiangsen added on. Wang Zheng was stunned for a second and then burst outughing. "ssic! Cheers to that line!" They then parted ways. They might meet again, or perhaps their paths might never cross ever again. But as a living person, experiences like this were a blessing. Wang Zheng hummed a tune. He was awful at it, but he was delighted. He had met a real warrior. A warrior who had faced death and was brave about it. This was what Wang Zheng aspired to be. In school, he was mostly in contact with children whose aspirations were greater than the universe, or with some inexperienced so-called masters. A drunk Wang Zheng bumped into Xiao Fei. For others, this was a pleasant trip. But to Xiao Fei, it was a rare opportunity to work. It was as though her life was research and her lover was science. Xiao Fei looked haggard. Seemed like the experiment had progressed significantly. There was a price to pay for the huge funding they had received. Research could not be stagnant, because investors were also asking to see progress. Seeing Wang Zheng, Xiao Fei smiled. She had shouldered everything on her own. "How bold, even getting some drinks, eh, Student Wang Zheng?" "Hehe, this, Prof, I only had a little bit." It was said that liquor could embolden someone, but meeting Xiao Fei woke him up. "Look how scared you are! Well, its the holidays and youre of age. Just dont drink too much. If you have time.... Forget it. Inspiration cant be attained with days of research work." Xiao Fei smiled, but Wang Zheng could still see tiredness in her eyes. All of a sudden, he felt like he couldnt bear it any longer even though Old Merchant had told him to pace things out and not let things progress too quickly. "Professor, actually, Ivee up with some immature ideas in these couple of days, and Ive been wanting to speak with you," Wang Zheng said. His mind spun as he thought about this. He hade up with some kind of new direction for the research to take! "Oh? You wanna share?" Xiao Fei wasnt too serious or bothered. After all, many hurdles could not be crossed in an entire lifetime. It was impossible to cross one every three to five days. "I was thinking, since we are able to use rtive navigation, why cant we think about using rtive speed? With both in warped space, as long as the target and course are the same, wouldnt that work like it does in reality?" Wang Zheng said, and Xiao Fei froze. Such simple logic. Why hadnt she thought of it this way, ever? Of course, what they needed to do was just that. The theory of space between non-warped and warped realities had not been tested, but neither was the space between warped realities! They needed this to be the first step! Xiao Fei took a step forward agitatedly. She blushed and stopped in her tracks. "Sigh, you lovable, lovable boy! If you were not in love with someone, Id really make you mine. Here,e with me to theboratory right now! Tell everyone this piece of good news!" Without waiting for an answer, she grabbed Wang Zheng and started walking. This... he brought this upon himself. Wang Zheng had wanted to return to his room to get a good rest, but seeing how happy Xiao Fei was, it was all worth it. Even though Wang Zheng had always wanted to be a Mech Warrior, he also believed that what mankind had today was all because of these great scientists. They gave their everything to science and were very respectable. This was also the case for another old man. Although his aspirations did not lie here, Student Wang was altruistic. The wholeboratory exploded with ground-shaking cheers, so much so that even the New Olympus seemed to jerk. Wang Zheng was going to be touched by this entire group of people! Marcus stared at Wang Zheng, shaking his head. He opened his mouth, but instead of wordsing out, he burst outughing. He was a core member of the team, so he naturally knew some of the problems they faced. While they were not severe problems, they needed a direction. It was best that they took as little time as possible from theory to application. It didnt have to be a huge one, but at least a small part had to be tested. It was baffling how Wang Zhengs mind worked. He was clearly spinning from drinking, yet he coulde up with a breakthrough like that. "Seems like I should drink more in the future." Ye Zisu and the rest rushed over upon receiving the news. They were ted. After some cheering, Xiao Fei pped and said, "No hurry to celebrate. Marcus, lets do this in separate teams and build up the theorys framework." Even though they had to work overtime, everyone was happy and excited. After leaving the Sky River System and going through the second wormhole, the ship arrived at the Sagittarius Gxy. Everyone was still excited about their first interster journey, but Xiao Fei and her team werepletely, crazily engrossed in work. Wang Zhengs suggestion made good sense, and Xiao Fei and Marcus led their teams to do whatever they could to work it out. They wanted to make Wang Zheng take part in the experiments, but just one line from Wang Zheng had convinced the two of them otherwise. He was a free-roaming thinker. He would definitely go berserk if he was cooped up in aboratory all day. Marcus didnt know tough or cry at that. It made it seem that they were all working for Wang Zheng. But the charm of science made them all forget about it very quickly. Chapter 163: Falling In Love With a Pillar Chapter 163: Falling In Love With a Pir Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Your attention, please, all crew and passengers. The ship will have ayover on the Norton Star for a 12 hour maintenance. You may get some rest or shop at the business district in Space Avenue. The Norton Star is one of the first stars which humanity colonized in Sagittarius Gxy. It is mineral rich. Its gravitational force is five times that of Earth. It Is also the most important port and mineral producer in Sagittarius." "Sigh, Captain Zhao Jing has such a beautiful voice," Tyrant Su said, seemingly enjoying himself every much. An Mei rolled her eyes. "Seems like you have a thing for Jings, eh? Do you need me to help you and your first love get back together?" Tyrant Su shivered and wiped his sweat. "Dear, I was just joking around. Dont do this, Ill get nightmares." "Theres a plenty of time, so everybody can go over to Space Avenue to get some local produce from the Norton Star. But dont wander off too far. I have a meeting to attend, so I wont be joining all of you," said Ye Zisu. Unlike them, Ye Zisu was not on a leisure trip. OMG had taken the opportunity to expand their businesses. At the few ces they had stopped over at, OMG branches had sent representatives to make contact. As thergest mineral producing, the Norton Star had a huge demand for mecha used in harvesting. This time around, Ye Zisu was also hoping to expand their market on the Norton Star. While a few hours may not necessarily yield any real results, it would be a good start. Their winning of the Technological Contribution Award could also be used to promote OMG Groups good foresight and bright future, and that could boost their partners confidence. "Susu, go ahead and do what you need to do. Or let Wang Zheng be your bodyguard," An Mei giggled. "Im going to a business meeting, not a fight. You all have fun, and remember to take more pictures." Ye Zisu smiled. Ye Zisu followed a crew member and left. Wang Zheng, Yan Xiaosu, and An Mei boarded the maic car and entered Space Avenue on the Norton Star excitedly. The Norton Stars economic status was simr to that of Earth, but it had a very, very different ecological environment. Even though it had immense gravitational force, its nts were tall and huge. Having been under mankinds rule for thousands of years, this had slowly turned from a pure, mineral production nt into an environment suitable for humans to live. The early immigrants had lived in an anti-gravity facility, but as new generations were born and raised, mankind eventually evolved to bepletely adapted to the five times greater gravitational force and set their roots on the. To them, they were Nortoners. While human genes took longer to evolve, their genes were powerful. The new generations were mostly able to adapt to the environment here, and they eventually formed the basis of Nortons developments. The Norton Star was geographically located in the Sagittarius Belt, and it had an important role in the Sagittarius Alliance. The soldiers on the Norton Star were all strong and capable men, and they nurtured Mech Warriors. After all, a skeletal structure that could withstand five times the normal force had an explosive strength that others could notpare. At the same time, even though they were very strong, their physiques were unaffected. Their bone density was much greater than normal humans, and that was what made it curious. Citizens of the Norton Star were also the Milky Way Alliances favourite recruits for soldiers. Tyrant Su cursed as he read the information. "Are they really that great? Theyre described like gods and goddesses. But it seems like the Norton Stars military capabilities cant even be put on a stage." Wang Zheng chuckled. "The Norton Star has a rtively long history of war. Especially in their war against the Zerg, they performed extremely well. They produce plenty of Mech Warriors here, but they are weaker when fighting in space." "In other words, their bodiespressed their brains." Tyrant Suughed. In the era of Interster travel, Fleet Warriors were way more highly ranked than Mech Warriors, apart from Carrier-based Mech Warriors. But to be a Carrier-based Mech Warrior, they had to be the cream of the crop. They could do everything C operate a mech, as well as a spaceship. "All right, we came here to travel, cant you talk about something else?" An Mei could not bear with these brothers. "What is that? Looks delicious," Yan Xiaosu said, picking up something that looked like pudding. "Respected Sir, hello. This is the sperm of the Norton Star Tree Frogs. It is protein-rich and contains all types of antioxidants. It nourishes the body, improves sexual stimtion, and prolongs life. Price: five thousand Milky Way Dors." A digital system on the side exined. Yan Xiaosu was stunned and tossed it aside quickly. "Damn, I dont want this!" "What do you think that is? An elixir of life? Five thousand dors!" he thought to himself. An Meiughed. "It wasnt easy getting to the Norton Star. Itd be silly to just shop and do nothing. Lets go walk around." "Do we have enough time?" "12 hours is more than enough. Ive checked. Theres a six hour express tour. We can sightsee and take some pictures. Its said that the Norton Star has some unique traits," An Mei chirped. Girls were always excited about new environments. "Boss, what do you think?" Wang Zheng looked out. "Sure. As long as it doesnt affect our journey, Id like to take a look around too." The trip cost each person three thousand dors. Considering it was just a round trip with a tour guide, it was really expensive. But it was a long way out, so it was pretty worth their money. The tour guide was a friendly and good-lookingdy. Tyrant Su especially became generous when there were beautiful women around, and he gave tips as though as they were worth nothing, without a care for how much money Old Yan gave him for the trip. This worried Wang Zheng sometimes. This kid was flirty, and god knows when An Mei would get rid of him. But An Mei did not seem angry about this. "Friends, the nts on Norton are exceptionally big and strong because of therge gravitational force and the mineral-rich soil. This is a unique trait of the Norton Star, and it is very rare at other ces," said the pretty guide. "But because the gravity is too great here, please put on the anti-gravity belt as we move along. Please do not remove them on your own. We had a passenger remove the belt on his own and he ended up fracturing everywhere." Knowing that this group of three came from Ares College on Earth, the tour guides smiles showed more sincerity. She too was a student, and she was out to earn a few extra dors during the holidays. The tour had a route of its own, and the vehicle very quickly left Space Avenue. Taking in fresh, natural air, Wang Zheng stretched his arms and legs. Anyone who had been on a spaceship for a long time would feel something uponnding. Wang Zheng especially felt a huge force. This was something that the Moon and Space City were iparable to. The was full of life and natural forces, only second to Earth. It was weird how this ce was way more weing than Earth. Everything seemed amicable to him. His five senses were heightened and extremely clear. His thoughts extended into his surroundings. Yan Xiaosu and An Mei were making all sorts of poses for pictures and were busy uploading them into their circles to show off. Even the pretty tour guide was rather cooperative and joined them in their photos. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, was busy enjoying himself. Soon, he even stopped talking to the rest. After passing by a few unique the Norton Starndmarks, the vehicle came to a stop outside a mining entrance that looked as old as a museum. "Friends, this was a mineral mine centuries ago. It is now a memorial. The Norton Star had a humble beginning. Our environment used to be badly damaged and poorly maintained, but with our careful construction, it has be one of the most suitable living environments for mankind. It is said that a great leader once hailed from our." Pretty tour guide Sally smiled. "A great leader? Who?" "No idea. We dont know his name, but the older people always say so," Sally replied. An Mei and Yan Xiaosu giggled. Earth had nurtured too many great personalities. No ce else couldpare with Earth in terms of history. "You cane on down to take a look. Remember to make sure your anti-gravity belts are properly buckled. Feel free to get any memorabilia you like. Things are slightly cheaper here than in Space Avenue," Sally said. "Hurry, Xiaosu! Look! What an ancient-looking robot! Its the ultimate antique!" "Hehe. This was one of the first mining assistants. In the early days, there were not many immigrants who worked in the development of the Norton Star. These robots contributed to help the manualbour." Even though Wang Zheng was following the three of them around, his heart and soul were not present. He had a weird, indescribable feeling from the moment he stepped foot on the Norton Star. Wang Zheng eventually fell behind. He removed the anti-gravity belt subconsciously. This thing was getting in his way of making contact with the Norton Star. He touched the antique door lightly. There were intersecting w marks all over it. Probably left by the Zerg. Seems like this mine was used as a shelter to fend against Zerg invasions in the past. Upon first contact, Wang Zheng froze. Images flooded into his head. A young man stood in front of him, smiled, nodded, and then slowly disappeared again. In that instant, Wang Zheng entered a curious world. It was as though as the final thin film that separated him and the world was lifted, and the Primordial Regression Technique naturally came to mind. What was different was that the technique used to spin only in his head, but this time.... He could sense the world around him spinning too. This... He could also sense the five elements of earth, sea, fire, wind, and space be clear. Not just sense, but it felt like he could control them. Was this an illusion? "Boss! Boss! Dont scare me! No! I have to do CPR!" Tyrant Su said helplessly. Wang Zheng opened his eyes. "Get lost! Next time something like that happens, please get a beautiful woman!" Wang Zheng pushed Yan Xiaosu aside, and Sally didnt know whether tough or cry. She patted herself on the chest and said, "Phew, I was so frightened. I thought something had happened to you." "Ah, I was in a bit of a trance. Why?" Wang Zheng asked, bewildered. "You clung on to that pir as if you were clinging on for life. It was as if you had fallen so deeply in love with it that you just wouldnt let go," An Mei exined. Wang Zheng was always in some sort of weird situation. "Oh, I was thinking about some things and I lost track of everything else." "Youre so entric! So strong even in a trance! The three of us together couldnt make you budge a single inch." Sally looked curiously at Wang Zheng. He had only used one hand, but the three of them could not make him move a single bit. Chapter 164: Li Feng and Wang Tong Chapter 164: Li Feng and Wang Tong Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Haha, Boss is the trump card of our military school." Tyrant Suughed. Sally acknowledged him with an "Oh" and was not too surprised. Given Earths standards, this matter was nothing. Eyes fell on Wang Zheng. "Ah, why did you remove your belt?" Wang Zheng smiled and said, "Its fine, I can handle it, even if its five times gravity". "You sure? There is no need to act brave!" Sally suspiciously stared at Wang Zheng. There were many who liked to act like they were stronger than they really were. Therefore, an agreement had to be signed before heading out on missions. If the belt was taken out by an individual, the consequences should be borne only by that individual. Wang Zheng shook his arms. "I ampletely fine. My daily training utilized five times gravity, and I think the gravity here is less than five times. Also, this feels more natural and different from the kind of monotony felt in the training room. Admiration shone in Sallys eyes. "The urate gravity level here is 4.6 to 4.9 times. We people of the Norton Star believe that natural gravity is protective and that it is a blessing to those that have been granted with humanity". "Indeed. Excuse me, but I would like to stay here for a while more, is that fine?" asked Wang Zheng. "Of course you may. We have plenty of time and can wait for you." Sally moved closer to Wang Zheng since those that could adapt to Norton gravity deserved the respect of the people of Norton. Wang Zheng looked at the mining area, but the image did not appear again. Could it have been an illusion? No, he could not have been hallucinating, since Wang Zheng believed in his own spiritual power and would definitely not be hallucinating. At the moment he saw that image, it was as if he was lifted to another realm The Primordial Regression Technique operated differently now! How was this possible? After all, it was not too convenient to figure out what happened where he was currently. Otherwise, Wang Zheng would have wanted to ask Bonehead to rify. This was due to the strange influence just now. There was something off about him. Even in his previous state, he could handle five times gravity. Yet strangely, after that strange interaction, the effect of the gravity was unnoticeable! These were twopletely different concepts. "Sally, you were saying that the Norton Star produced a heroic man. What was that about?" "Oh, it is a legend told to me by my grandmother. My grandmother said that it was told to her by her grandmother. During the battle between the Zerg and humans, an all-powerful figure appeared on Norton star. His fist could shatter the skies and his feet could crush the Earth. It was him who eliminated the Zerg," said Sally. Yan Xiaosu could not take it and startedining. "Did your grandmother also tell you that she was dreaming?" Sally was not angry and said, "There are many such stories in the Norton Star. Although unbacked and unproven, we believe that the Norton Star does have such a hero." In fact, currently, even the people of the Norton star did not believe that tale. However, since people of the older generations passed it down, people continued to do so because they thought it was interesting. The passing image emerged in Wang Zhengs mind. Even though the image has blurred, Wang Zheng still remembered that pair of domineering eyes. They looking over the world as though he was the king looking over his people! What kind of person was that? Half an hour passed. They had stayed for a long time and were prepared to head back. Before heading back, Wang Zheng took a look at the old mining area. There were too many secrets in this world. On the journey back, An Mei and Yan Xiaosu were chatting like birds. Both of them also kept Sallys Skylink number and they now had an additional Norton Star friend. They also invited Sally toe to Earth to y when she was free. This trip was highly fruitful. They bought plenty of souvenirs and also made new friends. Wang Zheng went into his own room upon returning to the ship. "Xiaosu, look how miserable your buddies are. I said earlier that princesses are unreliable and men need to be down-to-earth!" said An Mei. Yan Xiaosu coughed several times and wondered if she was warning him. "An Mei, we can create opportunities, but do not care too much. I believe we should let nature take its course. If it is not fated, forcefully matching both parties will only harm them." "Okay, stop acting like a love guru, I do not know much about your tricks. Anyway, Im siding with my best friend here." An Mei nced at Yan Xiaosu. She knew how to separate between love and hate and was fearless regardless of who she was up against. "I will firmly stand on your side",ughed Yan Xiaosu. "Youre tactful, I will give you a reward tonight." "Oh, is it, why dont we......." Tyrant Su whispered into An Meis ear. An Mei started blushing and said, "Why are your thoughts so dirty?!" Tyrant Su pleaded his innocence and said, "What is dirty? This is known as affection. Dont you think that facing the vast, night sky is quite therapeutic and can lift your spirits?" An Mei was speechless. "This guy can turn all romantic ces into asions to make love." Wang Zheng closed the door and then proceeded to summon Bonehead out of the Rubiks Cube. Bonehead appeared. "Bonehead, what happened just now?" Wang Zheng felt Boneheads confusion. "You dont know what happened?" Bonehead shook his head and nodded subsequently. "This is a strange form of Origin energy. The image of the person that appeared before you was definitely one who had transcended that of a super soldier into that of a god! The energy left just now should be residual energy from at least 600 years ago......" Thispletely exceeded Boneheads calctions. How could such a strong force exist? Wang Zheng was stunned and wondered whether the legend was true. Had there been such a heroic person among humans? Truth be told, there were simr stories on Earth. In the history of Earth, there were once defiant warriors. However, based on current logical analysis, this was impossible. How could humans reach such a level? If they did, they would be invincible beyond the Milky Way. "Bonehead, what is up with you?" "Your Highness, there are two possible theories. The first is that this energy here was what gave rise to the godly warrior you saw before. The second is that the warrior you saw was actually so terrifyingly powerful and had exceeded thews of nature and should not exist." Boneheads eyes were shing as data passed through it constantly. It seemed like he would implode soon at the rate he was analyzing. Wang Zheng was not interested in this. He was interested only in why that wave of energy was in contact with him. "Congrattions, your Highness. For an unknown reason, the connection between your biological body from this ne and the universe has been obstructed. However, because of the assistance of this wave of energy, your distance to a breakthrough has been significantly reduced." Bonehead said that it was rather simple to him too and he would not think about things that he could not figure out. Wang Zheng was emotionally affected by this. The universe was so huge and filled with mysteries, and he was rather fortunate. "Oh, right, Bonehead, I always wanted to ask you this. What is the name of the emperor of your Rand Empire?" Bonehead immediately had a serious look on his face with his big eyes shining through. "Your Highness, the Rand Empires founding emperor is also its most noble presence. He is Li Feng, the god of this ne." Wang Zheng nodded. This name felt ordinary to him. Having observed that Bonehead was about to introduce the history of the Rand Empire, Wang Zheng quickly sent Bonehead back. Since there was only a little battle energy left, it could not be wasted on allowing him to tell his story. The elderly loved telling stories, and this included even old robots. He was, however, a youngster, and what was important was the breakthrough of the Primordial Regression Technique. Wang Zheng immediately went into meditative thinking. He carefully operated the Primordial Regression Technique and discovered something different in the technique now. In the past, utilization of the technique only happenedpletely within the body. But now, once the technique was being used, he could feel that his surroundings were being stimted by the technique. However, every time he wanted to take another step forward, the feeling would disappear. It was as if there was someone or something controlling the energy and stopping him. A had the ability to regte itself. When there were excessive living beings on a, volcano eruptions, earthquakes, or even ice ages could ur naturally. This was how a healed itself. In fact, it was the same for the universe. When a living beings existence threatened the universe, it would also enter a form of self-healing. This was thew of the universe. Some forces, however, could defy thisw. However, thisw would not disappear. An individual could not affect the entire universe. Of course, Wang Zheng was not thinking of this at that time. He was so close to a breakthrough thanks to his good fortune and it would suck if he did not manage a breakthrough. Wang Zheng had a feeling that if he did manage a breakthrough, he would be able to obtain his much-coveted Ability X. On the faraway Earth, Li Er was looking at his hands, both of which had a steady stream of energy pouring out. Was this inherited? As long as he could handle and control it, he could fight the entire world. Beside him, Drupe was crying. The dream that the Cronos family has been chasing for thousands of years was about to be a reality, and all they needed now was time! The spacecraft slowly took off. Ye Zisus negotiations did not go smoothly, as the other party was not interested in robots produced on Earth. Maybe theirpany possessed clout on Earth, but it was nothing on the Norton Star. OMG wanted to expand its business in the Norton Star and also wanted to use Nortons iron ore for the development of new robots. The Norton Stars mines were some of the best ones in the Milky Way Alliance. If they were able to coborate, it would bring about huge cost savings. Even though OMGs princess personally handled the business this time around, the results were not what they expected. Ye Zisu was rather calm, however, since there was a low chance of sess in the first ce. She was only making contacts now and she nned to look for opportunities in the future. Zhao Jing brought An Mei and Ye Zisu to the fleet lounge for some rest. Of course, it was a girls world. The thought of a group of pretty girls in uniforms made Yan Xiaosu and Wang Zheng want to go along, but that was clearly impossible. "Boss, you should get some rest and not train all day. Let us duo queue. I will join you too!" Yan Xiaosu had this burning desire for a long time and enjoyed a spectacr performance from close distance. Wang Zhengughed and said, "Thats fine, it can be counted as apletion of coboration." "Two birds with one stone!" The two of them found the lounge and essed the Milky Way server. Student Skeleton was online. Yan Xiaosu changed the difficulty level to low since he knew Wang Zheng didnt want things within CT to disrupt his normal life. He was extra careful in this aspect. It felt amazing to be duo queuing. There was a choice to enter the intergctic area, since they had essed the Milky Way server. "Boss, stop messing around in the sr system. Since its an interster expedition, we should experience thebat prowess of others." Yan Xiaosu rubbed his hands excitedly. "Ok, lets choose the Norton Star then." Wang Zheng logged into the Sagittarius System and chose the Norton Star battle area. Chapter 165: Executing Kids from Earth! Chapter 165: Executing Kids from Earth! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The CT world without Skeleton was merely ck and white, nd and boring. However, when the Skeleton appeared, mes instantly rose up. The speed of response to his login was as fast as the speed of light! Solon was calm and possessed an admirable aura as he was officially named the chairman of the Sr System region. McLaren was about to retire, and Solon had demonstrated vision and decisiveness in the course of his work. He also achieved huge results and led Asia to be the best performing region in the Sr System. When everyone else was attempting to find a niche in the CT battlegrounds to market to viewers, he discovered an amateur world where it was thergest and closest to life. Here, everyone was a hero. In fact, Solon had set up his own specialized team headed by himself to immediately act upon the appearance of Skeleton. However, this time Solon had made a small mistake as Skeleton chose a region outside of the Sr System. Or could it be the Norton Star? The Norton Star was among the group ofs discovered earliest by humans and had a long history. In the early days, there was nothing there and nobody wanted to visit that star. As it was developed over time, especially when humans started to get used to the five times gravity, the Norton Stars status had been slowly shifting as well. Now, the Norton Star was one of the most powerful stars in the Sagittarius constetion and produced high quality warrior machines. The warriors on Norton were not fanciful, but they were durable and fierce. The Sagittarius Military Alliance liked to recruit here, and even the Milky Way Alliance admired these warriors greatly. They could be described as the cornerstone of the army. The Norton Star was rather robust in terms of its culture and customs too. They were split into two factions. One faction consisted of citizens who were not used to five times gravity, while the other faction had citizens who were used to it. In the CT circle, these people were rather intimidating. The attacks of these warriors were at the very limit of strength! As such, few would visit Norton for leisure. The unfairness of the five times gravity would discourage many who came from others and constetions. "Boss, this title?" Solon pondered for a moment and pounded the table as these few words came out of his mouth: Skeleton Expedition! Actually, there was no need to officially change ones title. Everyone could see that once another yer crossed gxies, their ID would indicate their ce of origin. Skeleton wanted to challenge the Norton Star??? On the other side, Tyrant Su had already excitedly registered his ID, which read "Disrepectful Tyrant!". Wang Zheng was speechless. Could Tyrant Su be any less disciplined!? The Norton Star was for team battles, and Skeletons fans were highly anticipating it. This was a rare sight to see Skeleton queuing with a friend. With Skeletons skill level, it was likely that this Disrespectful Tyrant would be an expert himself! It appeared as if Skeleton had provided himself with an additional form of insurance. However, the yers of the Norton Star were not to be messed with after all. "Have you sent the messages out?" Solon asked. "Yes, Boss!" Solon nodded, and there was some stress that apanied his excitement. This was because his message was not only sent to Earth but the entire Sr System. This was a privilege that only his current position offered. Although he was named chairman, only with McLarens approval could he do what he wanted. Solon could not wait for his formal appointment. At that point, such a power would be naturally granted to him. It was a double-edged sword. If sessful, an appointment woulde quicker and smoother, but it could be withdrawn upon failure. Solon could no longer look back at this point. Let Skeletons Expedition begin! Dominate the Milky Way! The Skeleton Corps ming skull logo was ignited. "Brother Xiu, is there some sort of problem with your design? It makes us seem like gctic pirates." Yao Ailun was skeptical of the new logo. "Ailun, this is trendy. Dont you think its cool? It matches with the invasion theme as well. I am such genius!" Chen Xiu was highly satisfied with his own design. "I think its too in. To me, Skeleton is noble and has plenty of aplishments. I suggest you put a stalk of rose in his mouth", said Yao Ailun. "Do I need to add a pair of golden sses?" Chen Xiu joked. Yao Ailun was the targeted recipient of the joke. "Well, its alright." The Skeleton Corps g started fluttering on all major tforms. A ming skeleton with a ck rose in its mouth was rather domineering. Light up the g! Begin the battle! There were about 13 million viewers with VIP making up 8.6 million of them. Among them, about 7 million came from Earth and the other millioning from others in the Sr System. Even before thepetition began, the amount of anticipation was already at such levels. No one knew who their opponents were, what the difficulty level was, and whether thepetition required skill. The undisciplined Tyrant Su was looking at the viewership happily since he contributed to it as well. Wang Zheng had already brought Yan Xiaosu into the matching interface. Wang Zhengs one hundred percent win record would definitely lead him to be matched with an opponent of a high caliber. However, with Yan Xiaosu around, the opponents skill level would likely be lower. As Yan Xiaosu was new, his unknown win rate would not cause the opponents level to be lowered by much. The broadcast was about to begin, but the terrifyingly high influx of viewers attracted the Norton officials attention. Ross didnt know whether tough or cry upon hearing this news. "The world has changed, even rabbits whoe to Earth dare to escape from their areas." "Boss, such high VIP traffic could mean that the opponent is of a high caliber." "I heard that the Chairman at the Sr System region is about to retire. To use such a method to build up a career and involve us (Norton Star) in the process, what a moron." Rossmented that this type of approach was rathermon. Allowing an expert to register for a second ount and roam around in a big region to satisfy his poor, superficial pride was something only a weak region such as Earth would do. However, they had found the wrong ce. This was the Norton Star, where just the power of five times gravity alone could kill you. CTs five times gravity did not really use the power of five times gravity but only increased the operating difficulty by five times. This was no issue to the people of the Norton Star. Of course, those people who were not adapted to it could only choose areas without five times gravity to y. This was also a specialty of the Norton Star. "Assign them to the area with five times gravity", said Ross, who did not care much about the situation as long as the challengers were not able to capitalize on a loophole. The Norton Stars overall standards were high, and this was not much of an issue to them. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosus match-making had concluded. They entered a battle on a prime spot on the Norton Star. It was five versus five at one of the old mining areas on the Norton Star with five times gravity. This was a ssic battleground of the Norton Star. About six to seven hundred years ago, in an era where humans were battling the Zerg, this ce provided old memories of those times and a sense of adventure. It seems like the Norton Star yers were about to give their guests a surprise. But...... the people who were matched with Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu were stunned. "Where did the two of youe from?!" They were facing three opponents of the gold one tier and two of the gold three tier. On this side, it was two of them who were from Earth and had low levels, one teammate who was of the gold three tier and the other two were of the gold five tier. How could the system match them as such?! It was practically a sin. "Hi, everyone, we are CT lovers from Earth. I am Tyrant." "You mean a moronic tyrant! This is a five times gravity area. Go over to the ordinary area, for Christs sake!" The three people from the Norton Star were speechless. "Since we are here, you should amodate us", said Tyrant Su in a provoking way. Since he had backing, he was filled with confidence. Tyrant Susposure and arrogance stunned the other three. Earth had experts as well, and these two could be the strongest or had trained in five times gravity, which would be not too bad. Tyrant Su then arrogantly opened the mech storeroom. Tyrant Su, who registered as a smurf, immediately loaded the mecha selection screen. After that, the three yers from the Norton Star stared at Tyrant Su, who was showing off his mech collection. It was worth tens of thousands of Milky Way Dors. He was so rich! In the end, Tyrant Su chose the An mech named Radiant Knight, which was equipped with a sword and a shield. The market price was twelve thousand Milky Way dors. The three people from the Norton Star did not say anything. Even if they were to attack such a mech, they would have to keep quiet. The viewers watching from the Sr System were stunned. With the partner of the Skeleton using the Radiant Knight, would this be the moment that shot the Norton Star to fame? While Wang Zheng was looking at the Wargod No. 1 and the strong warrior, he suddenly thought of Ye Zisu. Even though he didnt know whether it would work, he decided to try at the very least. The stare off between the two opposing sides ended...Hercules?? Were they trying to lose on purpose with this agriculture mech from Earth? When Wang Zheng chose the agriculture machinery, the VIP viewership hit 10 million. It was too easy. How would an agriculture machine perform under five times gravity? Would it face many difficulties? The three teammates were dumbfounded. What could this mean? One used the high-end Radiant Knight while one used a piece of unknown agriculture machinery. Did it get any more exciting than this? The lights were up and they entered the battleground. There were not that many options in terms of arena selection, and as a CT veteran, Yan Xiaosu must have had experience ying in the Norton Star arenas. This time he was fully prepared for the battle ahead. As the mech touched the ground, Tyrant Su felt euphoric. He took a step forward and wanted to work up a stunning pose that could even make the headlines. However, it was as if there was an obstacle in front of it. The mech started shaking and then fell forward abruptly. Not only was Yan Xiaosu shocked, the whole world was too. What was going on? The three yers from the Norton Star ran away in shame. "Tyrant, you b*tch. Do you know that this arena has five times gravity? Have you yed before in such conditions?" Yan Xiaosu moved his mech into an upright position. However, it was evident that its limbs felt a sense of restraint and there was something wrong with the mech. It could not walk, let alone battle. Tyrant Su started sweating profusely. He started thinking that if he didnt do anything, he would not embarrass himself. On the other hand, perhaps he would find out what his retribution for his sins were... This stunned the live viewers in the Sr System region. ... This was the master? Suddenly everyone calmed down, think that this must have been done on purpose as a form of joke. "Tyrant, thats so cool of you!" "This is known as not showing off my hand first in order to allow my enemies to underestimate me!" "The Norton Star folks are too unprofessional and out of line!" "Looking forward to the super warrior!" Chapter 166: Norton Students are Silly and Na?ve! Chapter 166: Norton Students are Silly and Na?ve! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng piloted the Hercules. It was fortunate that this degree of resistance did not require him to exert five times the strength. Tyrant Su whispered to Wang Zheng, "Boss, the situation looks bad." Wang Zhengughed. "I will handle it." "Gentlemen, Tyrant is just here to apany me and observe the battle, he will not participate." The other three Norton star yers stomped away furiously at their teammates arrogance. "Who do you think you are!? Four against five, are you ying with us!" "F*ck, should have chosen a better opponent. Are you an actor? Whos the one with the money on the table, Im going to give him a piece of my mine!" "Jackrabbit, this is my promotional match. Idiots from Earth, go back to your and drink milk!" "Dont let me see you again. I will kill you, a**holes!" In front of countless viewers, a verbal battle took ce. Even the Norton Starnguage was used as all kinds of abuse could be heard. While the relentless scolding took ce, the gold ranked yers on the other sideughed. "Trying to y around on the Norton Star? They truly are blind dogs." "Earth, just what kind of ce is that? Even if they were kings there, being able to reach the silver rank here would be considered exceptional." It looked just like aedy. Ross wasughing out loud. This was just too foolish; only those who had never stepped into an arena with five times gravity would fall like that. "Boss... this..." "Spit it out!" Ross red. "The viewer count on the opposite side did not decrease, it has already broken 12 million viewers." Ross stood paralyzed. These people must be sick in the mind! How was it realistic to have 12 million lunatics watching? The three Norton yers continued to spit threats at Wang Zheng. "Who do you think you are, four against five? Why did we get a penniless farmer!? Go earn enough money and then return to your farm!" All kinds of insults were shouted that even people made of mud would be offended. Even Wang Zheng himself could not bear it anymore. "I was mistaken, it is one versus five. You will see." "F*ck, he really think hes all that. Fine, the three of us will see how you fall. We will count it as your win if you can even walk to the central area." "What a fool!" "Damn it, count my bad luck to meet these two inferior fools." In fact, it was because Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu were Earthlings that this actually happened. If not, the opponents would most likely have quit the match. But to chance upon yers from another region was a whole new matter altogether. The Hercules stepped forward steadily. The opposing five mecha had also arrived in front of him. An agricultural mech without aser gun actually led the charge. "I think even my fart can make him fly." "I will deliver the final blow. Lets show the Earthlings our signature Norton Six Step attack," the gold ranked guy with the railcannon said. The other fourughed and did not disagree with that. Both parties mecha entered each others line of vision, showcasing absolutely no intention to hide. Hiding or whatever you call it was also totally meaningless in such a battlefield The Ninth Generation Norton Knight equipped with the railcannon was already making a beeline towards Wang Zheng. Amidst the storm, the alloy rifle was beautifully drawn and a beautiful arc could be seen in the air. On the Earthling side, thementators had started to speak. Old Deer could not help but sigh. "Truly foolish." This was perhaps the most aptment. Based on Skeletons past demonstration of his capabilities, five times gravity certainly was not an issue to him. As the opposing sides approached each other, the Ninth Generation Norton Knight suddenly exploded forward with a burst of speed. The mech charged forward with a menacing force while firing the railcannon at the Hercules. With a force this intense, one shot would have done it. At this time, the Hercules shovel appeared and tworge booms resounded .... First blood! The Ninth Generation Norton Knight was bashed apart by one hit of the shovel! While everyone was still in midst of shock, the Hercules was already charging towards the other four. The other four immediately instinctively reacted... some pulled out their beam sabers and one pulled out a long spear while surrounding the Hercules. What a joke, they were going to pierce him to death! The Hercules had an attack speed significantly slower than the others. The other four mech had alreadyshed out towards the Hercules. The Hercules shovel spun in response, causing a continuous burst of sounds while sending sparks flying as the shovel deflected their attacks. Such a move was useless. The opposing four were coordinating an attack from every direction. Even if the b*stards Rotating Shovel could withstand the force, he could only attack one opponent and not defend himself from the other three. Now the audience count had hit 14 million, of which 4 million watchers from the Milky Way were using VVIP ounts. The same question was floating on everyones mind: what was the use of only attacking one opponent? Yan Xiaosu clenched his fists. The Radiant Knight sent punches up into the air as though he was involved in the battle as well. For him, his fighting spirit was also considered important. After a continuous three minutes of frenzied attacks, the Hercules was actually still standing and not destroyed! Suddenly, from within the mech could be heard a violent roar. Dear God. Skeleton was pushing the Hercules to its limits! Did he think this was a super mech? This sort of mech was just technically not as capable! To push the Hercules to this extent and with all the creaking noises, this opponent was clearly stretching the mech to its limits! The Hercules suddenly began to spin violently with the shovel smashing out in every direction... Rumble. All of the four gold ranked yers suddenly felt an irresistible force being emitted from the Hercules. Another deep roar could be heard from the mech. It leaned over violently. This was amon situation, and it could usually be easily ovee with the pilot exerting a counter-bncing force. Just at that moment, an attack hit all four mecha, causing them to feel nausea and dizziness, momentarily paralyzing them. Bang! Double kill! One mecha was directly smashed head on and exploded. Although the mecha could no longer move, it was still able to activate its energy shield. Bang! Triple kill! Quadra kill! This time it was not the shovel but a hammer that directly smashed the finishing blow on the mech. At the same instant, the shovelshed out and pierced through the head of another mech. Quadra kill! The head of the mech was sent flying. The energy shield activated, but a burst of sparks flew out in every direction. Finally, thest mechs energy shield had turned on. It regained its mobility andunched a sh onto the Hercules. Yet again, the Hercules shovel started rotating. Bang bang bang ~~~ The beam saber was disarmed and flew into the air! The mech was sent flying into the air. BANG BANG BANG BANG The energy shield burst under the continuous attacks and the shovel was deflected by the shield. Almost less than a secondter, a dark object smashed over. The hammer! Penta kill! GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What was left of the arena was debris and mes. Only one mech was still intact and standing. One shovel, one hammer. GOD!!!!!!!!!! Rosss mouth was open to wide that he could easily swallow an ostrich egg... what in the world was that thing????? "Congrattions, Skeleton, for your first victory in the East!" Goddess Bubbly Foams voice echoed. Old Deer had a dissatisfied andcent expression. The sound of howls sounded and the g of the Skeleton Corps was raised. A huge skeleton bathed in mes with a ck rose wedged in his mouth could be seen. The three Norton yers were in a daze. Were they dreaming? Was this a farming mech or a secret weapon produced by Earth??? "Folks from the Norton Star, you must be blinded by the power of our Skeleton god. He finished all of you in seconds!" "Go to hell. Five times the gravity? He could handle even a hundred times!" Theircency at the start angered half the audience, but now all of them were enlivened. This battle really had the Norton yers cheering. Even their strongest King could not produce such a level of ability and execution, especially at a five times gravity arena! This was all solely based on the Earthlings naked strength. What was even more ludicrous was that he was using a mech used for farming! Tyrant Su could feel that he was no longer the center of attention and hence lightly sighed. "This sucks, how am I going to shine?" The other three Norton yers were stunned looking at the Radiant Knight. F*ck, these guys were truly ying with us! If we could not even beat farming equipments, forget about facing the Radiant Knight. "Nortoners, please be more polite, cultured, and educated. None of you are worthy of being my opponents." The entire audience were shocked. Just who could this Tyrant be? He barely yed and yet was putting up such a front. The three Norton yers looked at each other, unable to speak a word. Wang Zhengs performance was indeed too frightening. How could one be capable of piloting a mech at this level!? Ross was shaking with anger. He indeed did not think much of these Earthlings. He did not expect this oue and yet he was left in such an embarrassing state. It was no wonder so many millions were watching... they were awaiting Skeletons performance. He should have known just by looking at the number. Yet he did just the opposite and announced: Defeating the Kids from Earth! "Boss..... the forum is exploding" "Sh*t, quickly take down the post," Ross roared. "To think that you yed me like that... I will get my revenge!" "Get me Yuan Long. Just wait and see, I will turn him into a lunatic with the trauma I will soon inflict! " Who was Yuan Long? Within Norton CT, he was the strongest King level yer, the one who invented the Blitz style ofbat. In reality, he was a student at Nortons Radiant College. He had passed the IG trials and was a representative of the Norton Star. Yuan Long did not participate much in battles; it was only for entertainment purposes and to meet some friends. After getting Rosss Skylink, Yuan Long himself was in shock. Some time ago, he had engaged in highly challenging battles whereby he met Ross. It was not his priority to y matches, and he had no ambition to be a professional yer. The other party was, however, quite persistent. As such, they were acquaintances. Ross went straight to the point and sent a video to Yuan Long to let him decide. Moreover, Ross had already contacted Solon. He could not just let the matter pass as it was. Chapter 167: Whatever Technique You Use, It Will Be Crushed with a Single Lance! Chapter 167: Whatever Technique You Use, It Will Be Crushed with a Single Lance! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas At Yuan Longs side, Ross was not worried at all. No Norton yer could withstand such an insult. Yuan Long was initially uninterested, as he had many opponents and could not possibly entertain all of them. However, after watching the battle rey, his eyes lit up. Unbelievable! Without looking at the battle analysis, Yuan Long could clearly see how the mech used the rotating shovel to not only fend off attacks, but also to paralyze his four opponents with the sheer force of the mechs fierce rotation. When the external force was too violent, the energy shield could not provide total protection, resulting in dizziness in the pilots and a slowdown in movement. The Hercules was an agricultural type of mech, and using it would have meant doomsday for any pilot, yet this person was able to create such a result. Yuan Long was clear that the arena had a five times gravity level. For an ordinary person to be able to operate the Hercules in that kind of condition, even seven times gravity would not have been a problem for him. Phenomenal! Yuan Long was excited. It was his first time witnessing such a defensive technique. It was not long before Ross got an affirmative response. The Norton official website immediately hung out a notice. Steel Dragon King VS Skeleton from Earth! Who was Skeleton? No one on Norton actually knew about him. Nheless, Steel Dragon King, who had not appeared in a while, attracted the attention of countless Nortonian spectators. On Earth, Solon simply epted the challenge. On his path to sess, confrontation was unavoidable. It did not matter who Skeletons opponent was. Wang Zheng was nonchnt about it. Since he had to fight, he wanted to leave the opponent speechless. Also, he wanted to test the standard of a so-called elite Norton Star yer. Yuan Longs information surfaced quickly. Both sides were top yers with astounding past records. The Norton Star yers looked at Skeletons past fighting records. Needless to say, he looked elegantly formidable on the screen, but to them, it just meant that the opponent was too weak. You needed the opponents cooperation for ones personal performance. And on the Norton Star, if one hoped that the opponent was weak, they would be crushed to death. Thest battle took everyone by surprise yet also showcased the skill of a true expert. The second stage of the game was in preparation. "Spectators, the second stage has already been confirmed. The opponent is strongest King ofst season, an all time fifth highest ranked yer, a true Norton Star expert. The pilot is actually a military cadet and reportedly has the highest IG score in the entire Milky Way Alliance," Young Deer said. "Comrade Old Deer, do you think Skeleton has a chance at winning?" Bubbly Foam chided. Old Deer coughed. "Well, anything is possible. Yuan Long created the Norton Stars popr six consecutive strikes in Nortons strong gravity atmosphere." "Wheres does his expertise lie?" Old Deer was experienced. "Everyone has seen consecutive strikebination moves. In fact, some strikes even hit up to a hundred times. However, this move is different. The instantaneous outburst in a straight line is impossible to dodge, and the defenses of the enemy mech will be destroyed even if the blow is blocked. It is an invincible attack that only Nortoners can master with their high bone density and strength. " ... "Old Deer, isnt it just a simple burst attack!? You make it sound so profound!" "Young Deer, brother here left you a milk box!" Old Deer remained calm and hesitated onmenting any further. "The Norton official website provided a video for everyones reference." The camera switched, showing a Norton Star match. It was a Wargod No. 1 versus a high-end mech with an energy shield. The Wargod No. 1 suddenly attacked with a forcepletely superior to what was seen on Earth. Amonly used move on Earth was to leverage on the horsepower of the mechs engine, elerating forward over time. This was different; the attack was executed with the mech looking like an arrow leaving a bow, speeding like a fired shot. Just a mere touch would leave behind the impact of an explosion and send the opponents weapons flying, leaving behind traces of electrical sparks. After five attacks, the opponents mech would definitely explode. Throughout the process, the opponent seem to not respond at all..... despite being diamond ranked. What followed was a solo match of king level yers fighting against each other. Again, there was the six consecutive strikes. After the first blow, the opponent mech seemed to be petrified and then it exploded. There was an analysis of the battle. The first violent shock caused by vibration emitted from the mechs high speed movement would result in the enemy mech bing temporarily paralyzed. The response time will depend on the pilots defensive abilities, and furthermore, the energy shield cannotpletely resist the shockwaves. Simply to put, this produced a force that had to be countered by the opponent as well! It was an unparalleled six strike attack. The consequences for those who attempted to dodge was even worse as it would result in instantly being shot down. As long as the strikes continued, one could only witness their own loss. That was what everyone said about the Steel Dragon King: you had no choice but to obediently suffer his wrath. This was the Six Dragonces. "What Dragonce? Its obviously a chrysanthemumnce!" "How can that match up to our Skeleton god? Screw off!" Soon the technical analysis was out. Aparison of the two mecha was shown. Skeleton was using the rotating shovel, and it could withstand a force up to seven times gravity; however, Steel Dragon Kings forceful attacks could reach up to a limit of eight times gravity. Skeleton, having withstood that amount of force, was still able to execute consecutive strikes. The spectators on Earth stared in speechlessness. This was a Norton yer, and eight times gravity was a piece of cake to these gically advanced individuals. No matter how lucky Skeleton was, he was still an Earthling. By nature, his body could only withstand a force of two times gravity. One needed to possess ability in order to be arrogant. If both were ying on the same level ying field, Skeleton would have emerged victorious, but the opponent was a Nortoner. There were already more than one million spectators on the Norton Star. The Dragon Kings name was reputable, but the only reason there were no more viewers was due to the fact that the opponent was weak. Earthling? "What kind of ce is that?" "Do they even have warriors?" "Arent there museums everywhere? The best job you can find on Earth is to be a librarian." This was the outside worlds understanding of Warth C full of libraries and upied by a bunch of old people. Skeletons battle highlights were also broadcasted on Norton, with the focus on the previous battle, but even a force of seven times gravity failed to impress the Nortoners. That was nothing. On the Norton Star, being able to resist a force seven times above gravity was not considered something rare. Technique? One against ten! Regardless of whatever technique he had, he would be crushed with a singlence! On Earth, the spectator count was slowly reaching 15 million. Solon knew that this was a miracle. It was a new record created in the sr systems history, and it had only been half a year since he started. Skeletons previous opponents were recreational yers, but in current times, he had faced a variety of experts, some of which were among the very best. The Norton Star would be the first battle. When IG yers yed CT, they were considered to be the crme de crme of all the yers. This was without a doubt. They represented the military schools of their various countries. For ordinary yers, only the military or schools would notice their online results. However, for these IG yers, they were to be future top tier generals with names that resounded everywhere. Like Yuan Long, IG yers would normally stop ying CT after ying it for a while. This was normal. Real life was apletely different realm with different standards. Could Skeleton survive? After broadcasting Yuan Longs details, Old Deer had a serious expression on his face. "Skeleton must be careful. Yuan Long is not an ordinary yer; fancy tricks are useless in front of him. As long as there is a single w in his defense, he will be killed in a single strike." "Old Deer, your old habit is resurfacing." Bubbly Foamughed. In thement section, a series of carton emojis could be seen. Those who defended Old Deer were also attacked. Old Deer remained calm. Anyone else in his position would definitely have ended up feeling mad. Bubbly Foam had never seen Old Deer so serious. She believed that what Old Deer said was true. She could simply tell from his expression. Old Deerughed and switched cameras. "I am an Earthling too. Although I may not be Skeletons fan, I will not be biased. " "What now?" Bubbly Foam was in a daze. Old Deerughed bitterly. "I hope that Skeleton will lose. But not when he is facing such an opponent, we cannot let others look down on Earthlings." "Skeleton can win!" Old Deer forced a smile. "Whatever the result, sometimes I just wish I could simply lose myself in the fervor. Just take a look at what is happening below." The Skeleton Corps had brought out the ming skeleton g. Regardless of whether it was an IG or a professional yer, he would be destroyed! The mecha were chosen. Skeleton: Hercules Steel Dragon King: Wargod No. 1 There were few yers with a preference for the Wargod No. 1. Those who were capable of performing with it were also a minority. However, such a sight was rare on Earth. Competition venue: Fighting Ring. It seemed as though both sides did not fancy variety. Wang Zheng was more interested in seeing the opponents techniques. ... At this time, Yan Xiaosu became a spectator. He was a little worried because IG yers were difficult to beat. Even if one escaped death, they would lose ayer of skin. The problem was that the level of yers within the sr system was not considered high. Since it was a high level Norton Star yer, a difficult battle was inevitable. Amitabha, please let the opponent be a noob! Please let the opponent be a noob! Sadly, Tyrant Sus prayer did not seed. Bang..... Both mecha appeared on the battlefield. Upon appearing in the ring, the Hercules threw its hammer away. ..... Chapter 168: Proclaimation of Violence! Chapter 168: Proimation of Violence! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "This is done to reduce weight on the mech; the Hercules model is slow after all. Facing such a strong opponent, the hammer will be useless anyways." Old Deer narrated as his professional judgements surfaced. In actual fact, Old Deer was thinking too much. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, thought that he would not need to use the hammer for this fight. Yuan Long was thinking the same thing as Old Deer. It was his first time witnessing such a daring move. However, after thinking about it, the opponent must have specialized in using this mech model. Time trickled by... both mecha did not move even an inch. Yuan Long nced at his opponent, standing firmly on the other side. It looked as though he could immediately deliver a killer strike and win, but Yuan Longs instincts told him that this was exactly what the opponent wanted. Defense was not Yuan Longs strength, but he was sure he could find a w in the opponents movements. The Wargod No. 1 moved slowly, gradually inching towards the Hercules. The Hercules stayed grounded, slowly adjusting his direction and posture, wielding the shovel. Wargod stretched out both arms and two iron bars and a titanium gun appeared. The Nortoner audience studied the Dragon Steel King carefully, waiting for the Six Dragonces to appear and end it. As he slowly approached the Hercules, there was nowhere left to hide. "He is approaching the range for a sudden kill." Old Deer looked at his Skylink. "A distance of 10 meters is a good distance for a sudden attack." Everyone stared intensely at the battlefield. Boom! An explosion was heard, which resonated in all four directions. It was as though the sky had copsed! The Wargod had disappeared in front of their very eyes... ... before swiftly reappearing in front of the Hercules! Many could not believe their eyes.... Such explosive power... it was just inhuman! The titanium gun pointed towards the Hercules. Boom! The shovel was not rotating... the shovel actually didnt rotate! "It cant rotate! The force cannot be mitigated with the rotation of the shovel! He would kill himself if he tried!" Old Deer said. This meant that Skeleton was aware of his opponents attack power. The first shot nced off the Hercules armour. The Wargod wielded the gun tightly and fired continuously. Bang...bangbangbang.... Four shots, was it even possible to dodge? Even in the midst of defense, he was mesmerized by his opponents power. It was simr to when Skeleton used his rotating shovel to attack his opponent. This was an attack leveraging on inertia. A sixth attack! Another explosion resounded! Bang... Finished! Why was it said to be a formidable attack? Thest blow concentrated all of the built up inertia energy of all the previous blows, leaving even mecha with energy shields defenseless. This was a textbook example of the Six Dragonces executed by the Dragon King. When thest blow struck out, it would definitely spell certain death without an energy shield. At this point, something strange happened. The shovel that was used for defense suddenly started rotating. Why now...? Boom... Both mecha were sent flying. Wang Zheng and Yuan Long were both dumbfounded. Wang Zheng thought that he could entangle his opponent, while Yuan Long thought he could win by executing his six strike attack. At the same instance, both guys smiled knowingly. They had met their match. The Wargod No. 1s titanium gun was pointed downwards, dragging the gun along the ground. Was it an invitation to attack? "Drown him!" "Heres the chance!" "Absolutely unstoppable!" Everyone was taken aback by the thunderous explosion. The stance felt quite brutal. Wang Zhengughed as the Hercules stepped forward slowly. The shovel started rotating again. ... As the two mecha got closer and closer, the Hercules jumped forward suddenly, directing the shovel towards the opponent. The Wargod took a graceful step backwards. As the Herculesnded, the mech suddenly dashed forward with great momentum. At this moment, the Wargod aimed his titanium gun, aiming directly at the Hercules. Yuan Long had watched the video of Skeleton using the Hercules. In order topensate for the slow movements, the Hercules wanted to use this tactic to catch the opponent off guard. Such a pity, the Hercules was just too slow. Although the shovel was rotating, it was too far from the titanium gun. Yet the Wargod was in a position to fire a shot and end it. Bang... The Hercules had been shot! The number of spectators from the sr system was gradually approaching 15 million. F*ck. The Dragon King saw through his ploy. Too scary... Too defenseless... It felt as though the Wargod on the opposing side was the real Skeleton. The battle could not end so pitifully, as it was their first time venturing out of the Sr System as well. Yuan Longughed. "Not this move... I have barely warmed up." Yuan Long initially thought that the opponent had more tricks up his sleeve, but he felt disappointed at this point. Wang Zheng checked his systems. Luckily, the Hercules was quite durable in real life and the CT parameters were also quite high. Wang Zheng licked his lips. It seemed like he really had to do something to pull out a win. At this moment, the Wargod moved closer and was repositioning for an attack. Even if one could anticipate it, could they withstand it? No! ... The only way out was to run. The atmosphere was just too oppressive and too domineering. His rotating shovel was too much of a hassle, and it was difficult to use in this situation. Boom... The Wargod suddenly approached and yet the same ident happened again. This time, the Hercules advanced forward as well! Although the mech was slow, when pushed to its limits, the mech could still perform! Arge sound could be heard as the mech roared to life. The shovel shed against the titanium gun. Wang Zheng smirked, exerting a sudden force. Leaning Landslide! The shovel swung and was rotating fiercely for the second time. The shovelshed out towards the target. With this ferocious force approaching, Yuan Long instinctively defended with his arm. Boom... The Wargod was propelled backwards seven to eight steps before regaining a foothold. "What is happening?" "It was a simple strategy, but I feel like Im against an army of thousands." "Smart thinking... In the face of immense force, many choose to dodge, but advancing at the same instant will not let the opponents attack power reach its maximum potential!" Old Deer said, "However, if your control of the mech is not good, it would be no different from embracing death." Wang Zheng did not think that the opponent could defend against that. He truly possessed impressive reaction and control of the mech. This fight finally had meaning. This opponent wasnt bad at all. Meanwhile, Yuan Long was drowning in his own thoughts. F*ck, where did this guye from? With this strength, he could have been a top Norton yer. Was this guy from Earths Academy X? That would be impossible. Only Li Er was from the academy, and that guy would not be involved in such useless things. "Who are you?!" Yuan Long bellowed. His opponent stood quietly, with the shovel still rotating in hand. Yuan Longughed coldly. "Regardless, I dont care why you are here today. You will not leave here standing. Lets see if you can handle this!" The Wargods aura suddenly changed drastically. He spun the titanium gun several times before clutching it tightly. Everyone held their breaths.... Could it be... Somewhere else in Norton, Yuan Longs pupils began to sh with silver light, Ability X! Wang Zheng felt that something was wrong. Just like the battle with Lie Guang, this guy was yet another person who took things seriously. Wang Zheng was truly fired up. He was extremely passionate about everything rted to Ability X. One could not simply understand the pursuits of someone with a thirst for power. Only Wang Zheng could feel the difference in power in his opponents stance and weapon usage. It was as though he was battling another person altogether. Yuan Longs heart that was flowing with endless ambition was finally filled to the brim. The Wargod No. 1 was finally out to kill. Bang ---- bang --- bang --- bang --- bang! Like a thunderstorm, the Wargod struck out with destructive force, each attack faster than the previous by almost 50%, with an intensity many times greater than before. Thest blow directlynded on the wall of the arena, causing it to shake violently. The spectators were thoroughly shocked. Just what was this situation? Yuan Long did not attack the Hercules, but instead the walls. What was he doing...? Yuan Long slowly turned around, pointing the titanium gun right at the Hercules. This was a deration of battle! On the Norton Star, this was one of the most arrogant and overbearing ways to dere ones dominance. It was a showcase of the attack that would eventually eliminate the opponent. It was as though he was saying "I am going to destroy you like that, watch and learn! You cant hide!" The Nortoner spectators were all pumped up. This was the stance they were expecting from Yuan Long. It was how he started his six strikebo years back. No one knew how to dodge such an attack, and thus its reputation flourished. Many amateur yers were also eager to master this death attack that was created just for the Nortoners. Who would have thought that Yuan Long would have further refined his six attack technique to an even more deadly Triple Blitz! The key was to maintain the strength in each attack and to give everything in thest blow as a final strike. An instant power level was shown on the lower right corner of the live broadcast. Thest blow recorded a power equivalent to 1,000, leaving the audience speechless. A count of 1,000 was sufficient to break the limits of the conventional energy shield. That meant that even with an energy shield, the blow was sufficient to destroy the shield and the mech! Legend has it that this was what the top warriors in various quarters were ultimately pursuing. It was difficult to operate aser gun inplex terrains. To end a closebat battle quickly, an amazing attack had to be developed. Thus, many professionals attempted to develop a strike that could prate through the energy shield and physically strike the enemy mech. To that regard, using a power level system, it was discovered that a value of 1,000 was needed! A simr concept existed in CT, but it was definitely not attainable by ordinary yers. Yuan Long was the main force representing the Norton Star in IG, and this undefeatable Triple Dragonce could help him ascend through the crowd and give him the status necessary to join the main IG team. Chapter 169: Spectacular Chapter 169: Spectacr Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In actual fact, Yuan Long was a young chap who did not like to be so arrogant during CT. As a Nortoner, to acknowledge the opponent was to admit defeat. To dere war was a more likely stance as a person from Norton. His opponent was obviously of simr caliber, but he had to dere war in a more extravagant way. Nortoners were known as kings of battles after all. Even for a CT amateur, to hit a power level of 1,000 was equivalent to being a big whale. A yer who could crush opponents with merely just their pressure alone. Who would have thought that such a strong person would be encountered on the first expedition to the Norton Star? The Skeleton Corps, who were previously riled up, were now astounded. This was an extreme attack designed just to y the opponent. "How can the Nortoners be so shameless as to send out their IG elites!" "SH*T, how can IG yers y CT, and even dere a battle here? How brutish of them!" "Do all Wargod No. 1 yers be gods? Unbelievable. Thatst strike was heaven-shattering!" "The Nortoners ace yer is out! Those who are famous in the Milky Way bute here to challenge Nortoners are just looking for their own demise!" The titanium gun suddenly hummed. This bunch of idiots only knew how to see the power level of things. Power levels were meaningless! The essence of the Triple Blitzy not in its offensive power. "Earthlings, you guys deserve to be forgotten in the midst of history. Open your eyes and look carefully at where you tread next time!!" Yuan Long said. It seemed as though his opponent was startled by his provocation. The Hercules stood coldly, silently staring at the opponent. Yuan Long was going to strike, the tip of his gun angled slightly. On the other side, the Hercules twitched slightly as well. Yuan Longs pupils contracted. The Wargod No. 1 had made a slight adjustment in position, aligning with the tip of the gun. On the other side, the Hercules position had adjusted ordingly. Yuan Long frowned. Could it be a coincidence? He had made five consecutive adjustments, but his opponents one move left him speechless. From the Six Dragonces to the Triple Blitz, it was not the sheer force that was difficult to master. Rather, the key aspect of these moves was the angle of the first strike that made it almost impossible to dodge. No one had noticed this in the past, until now... That was why Yuan Long was so confident in this technique of his. Even when faced with stronger opponents, no one could decipher this key aspect of his technique. But.... The Wargod No. 1s adjustments gradually becamerger. Every move he made was matched by one from the Hercules. He was countered at each position, making him feel extremely angry. This was impossible. He had tested it out before. It was impossible to see the essence of the move through these small adjustments. The broadcast room was silent, and so was the CTs two headquarter buildings. Yuan Long was going to deliver a show C the strongest Nortoner technique. Everyone was eager to witness the move and see the Hercules turn into a pile of scrap metal. What was wrong with the Wargod No. 1? Discussions arose. Was it not just a simple task to strike and end the opponent? The Hercules threw the shovel towards his opponent, gesturing for Yuan Long to strike. Yuan Longs mind was in a ze. Was this guy stupid? He had never met a more stubborn opponent. Wang Zheng did not understand why so many people looked down on Earthlings. Didnt humans all originate from Earth? Didnt all these techniques have influences from early human civilization? Every technique could be traced back to early history. His opponents three-pronged blitz was not bad, but it could not be considered great. The ws were clear because the starting position was obvious, so it could be easily countered by opponents. Extreme technological and psychological abilities could cover the ws, but even then it was never a definite thing. All of the spectators were whispering. The live viewer count had already hit 15 million. The hearts of the supporters dropped seeing Skeleton throw his shovel away. With such a fierce attack, how was a defense possible without the shovel? The Hercules strength came with the rotating shovel! Did he want to get killed? The idiot on the other side was just so arrogant, and yet he was being so hesitant now? Yuan Long clenched his jaws. He could not find a good position. His opponent had even thrown his shovel to the ground. He could not tolerate his opponents fearlessness. It must have just been a coincidence. It was not possible. KILL! The Wargod struck out with a demeanor even fiercer than before. At the same moment, the Hercules moved, possibly even a step before the Wargod did. The biggest advantage of this lightning assault was the fierce barrage of attacks. However, the changes in the strikes were predictable and ones scope of judgment was limited as the strike had to be delivered instantaneously. It was a move that even pulverized one into dust! Since the attack required so much strength, only 30% of ones energy was left after the attack. If one chose to exert 100% of their energy, it was basically gambling with ones life. Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! The titanium gun struck out and a silverser shed out of the muzzle. The Hercules made minute adjustments, while the Wargod also moved ordingly, relentless in the pursuit. Everyones eyeballs nearly bounced out of their sockets. The point nk shot had actually missed! Anyone in the audience would not have missed at such a range! Yuan Long felt as though he was dunked in cold water. At this point, he could feel his opponent observing him quietly. Two wrong moves. The Wargods titanium gun suddenly disappeared... And reappeared in front of the Wargods chest half a secondter. Bang... Skeleton WIN. The entire audience was speechless. The camera slowly zoomed in. Yuan Long missed the attackpletely. He was toocent, and his ego had affected him. "You... how did you do it..." This was a devastating blow to Yuan Long. He had dismissed the possibility of a counter to his move countless times. The Hercules slowly retrieved the shovel from the floor. "Want to know why? Come to Earth." Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. He truly wanted to see how strong his opponents moves were, but he got serious. In Boneheads words, it was as though he was bullying a child. After exiting CT, Wang Zheng rubbed his face. He could have upgraded his skills with the shovel if he had actually tried to deflect the opponents Triple Blitz. s, it was toote... Wang Zheng wanted to ask for a rematch. Perhaps this time he would not move and Yuan Long could try his attack again? Tyrant Su rushed over, gritting his teeth. "Boss, that was just too cool and way too awesome! You even delivered a psychological blow to him! You trashed him so soundly too!" "Its rare to meet an elite. Lets give him another chance." Yan Xiaosu spat in shock... this... he truly didnt want to let Yuan Long go?? Wait... what did that mean? Earth and Norton were two diametrical opposites. Solon shook his head lightly. "You only appreciate life when you are going to die." It was indeed a thrilling match, but who would have thought that Skeleton would make a big move at that critical moment? An overbearing person was more likely to make a mistake once mocked C and it was actually the case. "Go! Lets change the topic on the forums to... Executed Norton IG kid!" Solon said. "Boss.. isnt that too much?" the staff questioned. "This is called giving him a taste of his medicine. We cannot let Earth be looked down upon!" "Roger!" Another story gradually unfolded on the forum section. "How did Yuan Long miss?" "Did he suddenly feel unwell?" "This Earthling is too lucky." "F*ck, I hate this feeling. He had already thrown his weapon on the floor and yet still managed to attain victory." "Request for a rematch!" "Coward! How could that Earthling turn this into a psychological battle? We fight with guns and swords!" ........ People automatically ignored the contestants dialogue and only believed in what they saw. The vast majority of the spectators thought it was because of good luck andughed at Skeletons psychological strength. Some did notugh but instead felt that something was amiss. This was not a psychological battle. Yuan Long was obviously not an idiot. Any IGpetitor was definitely mentally strong, unless they were to say that the Milky Way Alliance military consisted of pigs. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were both doubtful. The two were ying the video in slow motion, attempting to analyse the battle. It seemed as though no move was made by Skeleton. It was indeed a battle of wills. Perhaps the result could be due to the opponents stupidity as he had fallen for such a simple trick. "Ailun, how about we just let it be. We cant find anything differentpared to the official site..." These days of summer were great. It was all thanks to Xiao Feis appreciation that he coulde home and enjoy his special status. "Little Xiu,e and y with older sister." "Stop watching those useless things, Little Xiu. Lets go swimming." "Second and Third Sister, I am busy," Chen Xiu replied. A massive window overlooked the sea and a beautiful scenery. There was an outdoor pool in the yard, and the two beauties started swimming. They were joined by a voluptuous girl carrying a drink in one hand. "Sis, Chen Xiu is turning into an otaku. We should drag him out here." "You guys... are truly bullying your brother every day." Chen Xiu felt helpless. Growing up, girls did not like to y with him because of his beautiful sisters. It left other girls feeling inferior. Now that he was finally in college, he was finally rid of them. "Slow down the speed by three times and start with an analysis of the angle of attack. I feel that something is amiss; there must be some reason to why he is hesitating to attack," Yao Ailun said. Chapter 170: The Three Sisters of the Chen Family Chapter 170: The Three Sisters of the Chen Family Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Will he get a stomachache?" "Impossible. He survived IG training. Its not as though we dont know what Wang Zheng has already experienced. I dont think this can be worse than what happened on the Norton Star. We are unlikely to have made a mistake. No problem!" Student Ailuns logical answer was extremely persuasive. There was no reason to worry at all! Tch... when would things ever be so simple? Chen Xiu only half believed his words, but he continued to act all the same. After which, Chen Xius eyes widened. The two mechas 3D projections were being broken down into numerous lines of data. 1... 2... 3... Each movement made... looked like it was glitched. "Brother Ailun... could it be...?" "There is a possibility. Wild King is around, right? Let him take a look." After Wild King received the analysis, he was momentarily dazed. His eyes were spinning with fervor. "F*ck, f*ck, f*ck!" "Stop cursing, Wild King. Is there a problem here? We cant really tell with our skills." "F*ck! I cant believe such a person exists. He is truly godly!" "You b*tch, can you stop beating around the bush. Everyone is waiting for you to prate your chrysanthemum-flower-like behind!" "It is said that among experts, there exists a certain godly state known as the All-Seeing state!" Nothing could hide before it! The Norton Star and Earth both released their own video analyses. However, the only thing they noted was that the Dragon Kings nerves had been shaken and thus the opponent took advantage of that opportunity. Furthermore, Skeleton was an expert and would not have let that opportunity go. Even though it was a victory, Solon also felt that the world beyond the Sr System was very dangerous. Just a trip to Norton Star already unearthed such an opponent, the Norton Star wasnt even one of the top regions! Solon had a dream in his heart. One day, Skeleton would crush the likes of An and Antis. However, this was just an idle fantasy. If Skeleton went there, he would be no more than a joke. "Boss, the Skeleton Corps has sent a new video analysis..." "Show it to me. I have to at least see what they bothered to send me." One minuteter. "Go! Immediately! Take down the original video. B*tch, b*tch, b*tch! Change it to this one!" Solon start to scold the staff. Only when he was extremely excited would he act out of tune. In just a brief moment, the number of VIP viewers left idling had exceeded 15 million. At this point, the new video analysis started to show. Did the officials realize that they had made a mistake in the video they uploaded? What kind of mistake could it be? Earths Invincible Flow! Nothing Can Hide Before It! The previous videos did have a point. Thest strike was a form of ridicule. Then in that case, why did Steel Dragon King hesitate? Under a 10x slowdown of the scene, coupled with a 3D modelling breakdown of what happened, everyones mouths were agape. However, there was still some doubt. It seemed far fetched. If it was apse of judgment, then so be it. The actions were almost indiscernible. At this point, thest piece of analysis was shown. The Hercules had actually moved first. It had urately predicted the movement. Only then did Yuan Long rush forward. He was slower by just a hair. Under the slow motion lenses, he had made a slight adjustment in his direction of movement. It was clear that he was going to execute yet another set of attacks. However, the Hercules had already positioned itself such that it could strike back without facing retaliation when Yuan Long attacked! The screen froze at this point in time. The Hercules looked so nonchnt, like it was merely taking a stroll in a park. That was the feeling everyone had upon seeing it. It was not because he wanted to ridicule the opponent, neither was it a battle of wills! The Hercules position made use of a textbook concept known as the Dead Angle! When experts fight, the most brutal sort of loss was known as having their n seen through and countered! Once one had been exposed, even the strongest fighters would be no different from a child in the opponents eyes. It was as though Skeleton was telling his opponent that they were not his match. An uproar was heard from all the VIP viewers! From a gradually declining number of viewers, it suddenly shot up to almost 16 million! This was the true reason for Yuan Longs depression. He was almost at the highest tier of yers and thus he was not ignorant. However, as a result, the defeat was even more demoralizing. This was also the reason why at the end, Yuan Long had said a single word. "Why?" After all, it has to be said that Yuan Long was a prodigious mech warrior. He had created a style ofbat thatbined both his natural physical prowess and his battle experiences that was uniquely his. Even when he was unmatched, he would still look for ways to improve. All of this only showed how much of a prodigy he was. One battleter, he only had one thought on his mind: the opponent and him were frompletely different worlds. Could it be that the Earth truly possessed such skillful yers? In both regions, the CT viewers werepletely shocked. How could this be? It was not that Yuan Long was looking down on his opponent. Neither was it luck. "God. If he was more serious, the opponent would have been crushed even more easily. Instead, he acted so pretentiously!" "I knew it! How could one rely on luck to beat someone from Norton!?" "Skeleton was worried that his opponent would be scared off and hence threw his shovel away! Little kid, you need to be more courageous!" "What five times gravity? These Nortoners are just bragging. B*tch, lets go create a group to go stomp those Norton yers!" "Count me in! Lets go!" The Skeleton Corps ming g was being hoisted into the air. They started to flood the discussion forums. Norton had been conquered! This was called creating a storm! Of course, one could clearly tell what the result was like for those who decided to challenge the Nortoners in a team battle... Yan Xiaosu was clearly ruminating over what had happened. This was truly awesome. Wang Zheng was a real man. "What should we do, Boss? This video analysis seems quite urate. Did you really perceive his attack?" Yan Xiaosu spoke in a pleading tone, trying to get the answer out of Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng smiled. "Thats about right. Perhaps I truly have not stepped into that realm. What was important was to understand the direction of the opponents spear thrust. Furthermore, he only utilized a very direct and frontal flurry of attacks. That made it even easier to perceive his actions. It doesnt count for much." Bonehead had once mentioned what the true All-Seeing state was like. This was in the realm of the super soldiers. It was clear that he was still far away from such a state. This was just him seeing through the tricks. Tyrant Su blinked his eyes. "Its soplicated. Can it be learned?" Wang Zheng looked at Tyrant Su and he in turn nced back. After half a moment, Tyrant Su waved his hand. "Forget it. You dont need to say it. I am just going to focus on this to the very end." Wang Zheng smiled. This y thing was not worth learning. Fatty Su did not possess talent in this regard. On the official forums, the recording for this battle shot to the top of the charts. Even the Moon, Mars, and even the Caragal Region had released their own video analyses. Yet none of them were better than Super Xius analysis. Solon was grinning from ear to ear. He had almost ruined himself. The Earth Regions video analysis was the best. To be honest, they werent really that good, but Super Xiu was the true expert. The average video analyser did not possess the skills Chen Xiu had. This man was a physics genius! Furthermore, Chen Xius ability to exin multidimensional spatial theory was the best in Ares College. Even Xiao Fei had to relent on this point. Solon was very clear on what had to be done to retain these experts. He immediately sent a congrattory message to the Skeleton Corps, at the same time offering Super Xiu a professional position as a video analyser. Yao Ailun was extremely excited. Money was not important! What was important was that professionals were recognized... at the same time, he had now gotten another sum of money to y around with... Grannys leg. 007s Wang Zheng already had his girl. Even Zhang Shan had gotten his own circle of admirers after changing departments. Only him and Chen Xiu had no hope. "Xiu, CT has contacted me. They want to offer a contract for us to be professional analysts. I told you we were the best in this universe..." Suddenly, Ailun, who had been talking to Chen Xiu, suddenly froze like a video recording that had been jammed. In the doorway behind Chen Xiu appeared three beautifuldies. One was mature and well developed. That alluring body left peoples noses bleeding. In the middle of the three was a girl with long, ck hair, something which Student Ailun loved. Lastly was a girl with a refreshing, short hairstyle whom seemed a bit younger than the rest. She even looked in Yao Ailuns direction and blinked her eyes a few times. At this point, the threedies surrounded Chen Xiu. "Xiu... who are these three?" Chen Xiu replied as he shook his head helplessly, "Sister, how many times have I said this before? When you enter my room, you have to knock on the door." The mature girl patted Chen Xius head. "Why does Older Sis have to knock on your door to enter your room? Is this your friend? Nice to meet you." The holographic Yao Ailun stood up straight. "Hello, Older Sister, its nice to meet you. I am Yao Ailun, Chen Xius best friend and his dormitory mate." Chen Yu gave a wry smile. "So you are Yao Ailun. I often hear Xiu Er talk about you. Please take good care of our dear Xiu Er." "Older Sis, you can rx. Xiu Er is like my own little brother. With me guiding him, no one would dare to bully him in Ares College." Yao Ailun patted his chest and his eyes twinkled radiantly. "Okay, okay. Now all of you can get out. Really. Werent you just swimming? Dont disturb me!" Chen Xiu spoke in an irritated tone. "No one wanted to help us apply our sunscreen, dear Brother," the youngest of the three sisters, Chen Yan, said. "Shoo! Youre just a few seconds older than me!" Chen Xiu spoke unwillingly. "We are waiting for you!" Second Sister Chen Ru said. Among the three sisters, Chen Ru had the best body, and just the sight of it caused Student Ailun to pinch his nose, preventing a nose bleed. At this point, Chen Xiu was clearly indignant and he quickly ushered the three out. "Ah. They will be the death of me. This is why I never want toe back home for the holidays," Chen Xiu said helplessly. Yao Ailun had already been caught up in a frenzy. "Xiu Er, are we still brothers!?" "Yes." "Alright. Tomorrow I will book a ticket ande over!" "Really? Thats wonderful. I have no one to talk to. Let us go battle together!" After turning off the Skylink, our dear Student Ailun was so happy that he was crying tears of joy. It looked like heaven was still taking care of him. It turned out that there was an opportunity just right beside him! Three beautifuldies! That dumb Chen Xiu, he truly did not appreciate things that were given to him. Ye Zisu, An Mei, and Zhao Jing were currently drinking tea and chit chatting. Zhao Jing was not much older than them and had only graduated two years prior. Hence, they had a lot ofmon topics. Truthfully, Zhao Jing was quite curious. She wanted to know more about this group of people. As Xiao Fei was just too famous, she was no longer just a representative of her field. It could be said that she represented all of the scientists of Earth. Furthermore, she was young and beautiful, and this easily created topics of discussion. "Wang Zheng seems quite lucky. Why have I never met such a mentor?" Zhao Jing said. Ye Zisu seemed dazed momentarily. "Why would you say that?" Zhao Jing smiled. "What kind of mentor is willing to put their students name on the credits of such an important work of research?" Ye Zisu and An Mei looked at each other andughed. "Sister Zhao, this is where youre mistaken. The reason for the researchs breakthrough was Wang Zheng." Zhao Jing was stunned. "How could this be? How old is he?" "We dont want to believe it, but it is the truth. Furthermore, the original train of thought came from just a usual lessons discussion," An Mei said proudly. "But didnt he also pass the first round of IG selections? Furthermore, his results were excellent." Zhao Jing had difficulty believing it. Chapter 171: Pancakes Falling From the Sky Chapter 171: Pancakes Falling From the Sky Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "I have to admit that he is kind of strange," Ye Zisu said as she stirred her cup of ck rose tea. "What? Do you like him?" Zhao Jing gave a smirk. "Ah. No. We are just old friends," Ye Zisu replied. "Ah. Old friends indeed. No wonder. However, I feel that the two of you are a good fit. A pity," Zhao Jing said. "A pity?" "Your family is unlikely to agree." Zhao Jing smiled. Ye Zisus status was no big secret. She was the heir to OMG, Earthsrgest mecha production business. Furthermore, it was also a private business. Originally, it was not a big deal as they specialized in producing agricultural mecha. However, with current developments and the new round of financing, with the joint research and development of new projects,bined with the support of tworge interster oligarchies, OMG had entered a new phase of development. Its future was limitless. However, just looking at Ye Zisu, she did not seem like an aloof heiress; she was quite approachable. Zhao Jing had met numerous types of people like that, and to be frank, she did not like to have tea with such individuals. With those sorts of individuals, she would merely exchange a few words and that itself was already more than enough. Ye Zisu shook her head. "I make my own decisions regarding my feelings." Zhao Jing nodded her head. This rascal. Although one could choose who they wanted to date, when it came to marriage, it was apletely different thing. However, she did not want to break this illusion. Furthermore, Zisu was only a student; she had plenty of time to enjoy life. "Right. How were the discussions on Norton?" "We just made their acquaintance. The next step will still require us to discuss further." This was just the official reply. The truth was that nothing of substance had been discussed. Zhao Jing understood what she meant. She greatly appreciated Ye Zisu. Although she seemed like a warm and cute girl, she was actually very capable and skillful. She was extremely thoughtful and meticulous. The wayrge families trained their daughters was truly different. It was at this point that Ye Zisus Skylink rang out. "Please excuse me, I need to receive a call." Ye Zisu got up, "... What? Are you sure?" "Yes, Madam. They apologized for their negligence. TBs CEO personally came to visit. They would like to restart negotiations. Our original conditions are agreeable." Ye Zisu was stunned. Why was there such a sudden turn? Why? It was impossible. OMG was famous on Earth but had next to no influence elsewhere. Since OMG wanted to enter the Norton Star market, the other party had no need to be so respectful. "Whats the reason?" Ye Zisu asked calmly. She did not believe that pancakes would fall from the sky. "Our people have been inquiring. Apparently, the TB CEO is a CT fan. After he watched a strange match, he finally started believing in OMGs capabilities. Furthermore, he said that he wanted a ride inside our Hercules mech. We are not even trying to sell this mech to them." Ye Zisu was also slightly dazed. Hercules. This was just a normal mech they produced. This time, they had tried to export their newest mech. Since they were entering a new market, they had to produce their best goods. However the other party... Wait... CT... "Confirm if this is true. I think I know whats going on. I am currently travelling to Rnd Garros. With regards to the other matters, you can report to the main office." "Yes, Madam." The person who called her was extremely excited. Originally, there was almost no hope at all. To them, they had only expected to be rebuffed and had given up. Who would have expected such a turn in events? After hanging up the Skylink, Ye Zisu immediately went onto CT. As expected... Another match of a godly Hercules could be seen. CTs replication of mecha was quite urate. Every time a new mech was released, they would buy the mech to inspect its operational and data capabilities before releasing it in game. Skeleton could have been said to have brought out the full potential of the mech. No wonder TBs CEO had changed his mind. It could be said that listening to something was not as good as seeing it in action. Steel Dragon King was extremely famous on Norton. However, he had been soundly beaten. She had a feeling that in the future, both the Hercules and the Wargod No. 1 would be banned from usage. In truth, the situation had be quite a show in the Sr System. Especially in ranking matches. Both sides were banning Hercules and Wargod No. 1s. The usual b*stards who used those mecha could not help the team win. This was done not to prevent the opponents from using these mecha but to prevent their own teammates from bringing them down! These crazy fools were not just limited to one or two. If one wanted to practice, they had to do so against bot matches. However, these fools wanted to prove themselves in ranked matches. It was said that only in a real battle could one awaken their abilities! Grannys leg. Endless teams were brought down by their own teammates. The problem was that some people managed to win with the Hercules. Yet this was after a sessful chain of 10-odd losses. But just the fact that they won once let them feel as though they were gods! During mech selection, the Hercules was the one most often picked. 90% of the analyses was surrounding OMGs Hercules mech. Ye Zisu didnt know whether tough or to cry. Even something like this could happen. When OMGs Hercules had been chosen to be a part of CTs mecha selection, they did not think much of it. Truthfully, they thought that no one would ever use it. In CT, there were few people who did NPC missions. Doing these missions would allow one to earn some credits that could be used to repair and rece mech parts. Many people had no patience and chose to buy it with money instead. These rich people would directly buy the mecha of their choice. The rest was irrelevant. However, with Skeletons usage of the Hercules, this mech suddenly became extremely popr. It was originally a model that was about to be phased out. The name of the new mech had always been controversial. As of now, it was no longer an issue. Hercules Type X. Sometimes, when ones luck was good, there was just no stopping it. Zhao Jing had a good body and was eloquent. Furthermore, she had two years of interster experience and had seen many things. Her stories of the wonderful sceneries she had seen when she was amongst the stars caused the other two girls to revere her. Very quickly, the three of them became fast friends. It has to be said that females are strange creatures. They can be fast friends over a pair of shoes and yet at the same time be arch enemies. In this world, it is thedies that make the world interesting. Taking advantage of the situation like stealing from a burning store, Yan Xiaosu quickly discussed some new opportunities with Solon. Demonstrating his business acumen as Wang Zhengs agent, in light of the 16 million VIP viewers, which was truly record-breaking, he had to ensure that Solon did not hoard all the benefits. To this, Solon was not surprised. In fact, what he was more worried about was that the other party did not have any desires or wishes. Them still wishing to deal with him was a good sign. Solons biggest dream was to be the Sr Systems chairman. Now he had seeded. News spread quickly and his idea had been extremely sessful. It allowed him to cement his position as the chairman extremely quickly. Even Mren wished to retire in glory. However, thest fight allowed Solon to see past his previous dreams. Wang Zheng was currently in the training room, hoping that Qiangsen would be around. However, Qiangsen was not around and the room he had previously stayed in had a change of personnel. Qiangsen had already left the ship? He did not even say goodbye. Qiangsen didnt seem like that sort of person. ...all of a sudden, Wang Zheng realized. Qiangsen definitely was not here for a vacation. He must have had a mission to aplish. Those teammates of his... to be frank, Wang Zheng was not quite used to them. They did not feel like normal soldiers. In fact, they seemed like vagrants. It was not due to the words they said, but rather it was seen from their behavior. Regardless, Wang Zheng quietly wished them a safe journey. One day, he would do the same. Currently, in some area of the Sagittarius Constetion, a sleek ship was flying amongst the vast stars. On it was Qiangsen and his team. None of them were joking around and their gazes were heavy. This was a mission that would barely leave anyone alive. To them, life and death was not important. The meaning of life was to do what they felt was important and to battle alongside theirrades. "Boss, to be frank, you have just recovered. There was no need for you to enter these muddy waters. Letting us handle it would have been fine." Qiangsen gave a wry smile. "They spent so much to let me recover. Did you think I would just lie in bed?" "Haha. Even I was shocked." "I am just happy to leave that sted ship. Just looking at that group of people made me feel uneasy." "Everyone has their own lives to lead. We have our own worlds." Qiangsen and the rest belonged to a world without light. It was their chosen path. Wang Zhengs image appeared in Qiangsens mind. He felt that he would meet that brat again. However, thinking back, how could it be possible? Wang Zheng was an overachiever of Ares College. They walked different routes. This was life. 10 dayster, the New Olympus had exited from curved flight. The Milky Way Alliance Headquarters was already within range. Wang Zheng and the rest were awakened from stasis sleep. Curved flight was extremely dull, so most of the crew opted to pass time in this manner. This was also his first experience doing so. The New Olympus was Rnd Garros assigned ambassador ship. As the Sr System was a permanent member of the alliance, they possessed the highest level of clearance with their ambassador permits. The rest of the journey was smooth sailing and soon they arrived on the that demonstrated the very pinnacle of human civilization. The ship was guided along the star track, entering the space port. The huge New Olympus was like an ant in front of the evenrger docking port. Along the window, Wang Zheng and his friend stared at the huge docking port. At the same time, over 10 ships could be seen flying past them. The majority were transport ships, but there were some that were like the New Olympus, ambassador ships. People from all parts of the Milky Way gathered on this, the very mark of human civilization challenging the vast universe! Suddenly, a dark blue ship flew past. It looked differentpared to the warships of humanity. It was sleek and streamlined and it gave the feeling that it was swimming through space as it moved. At this point, all the other ships made way. It was dazzling and it gracefully went past all the ships. It was like an aloof emperor, everyone gave way to it as it flew straight into the port. "F*ck. Whats so great about that ship? Why did everyone make way?" Yan Xiaosu pouted as he spoke. Just a moment ago, he was the one receiving special attention. Just as quickly, he had be relegated to the side. Chapter 172: Roland Garros Chapter 172: Rnd Garros Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Did you not see that battle standard with the mermaid on it? Thats the Star Oceans Emperors symbol. It was one of Antis diplomatic ships. As one of the 10 permanent members on the Milky Way Alliance, they possess significant influence," Zhao Jing said. Yan Xiaosu rubbed his nose. "Are we not also a diplomatic ship? Why arent people receiving us?" Zhao Jing smiled and shook her head. "We are an ambassador ship that belongs to Earth. We do not possess such a high stature. In the entire Alliance, there are no more than 30 ships that possess such influence... Furthermore, the Sr System is no longer in its heydays." Regardless of whatever era one was in, strength makes right. It was unknown how many numerous Alliance members had requested for Earths special status to be revoked. At this time, yet another ship flew past. It was very clear that it possessed a high priority. All of the patrolling warships gave way to it and allowed it to enter the port. The New Olympus, which had been preparing to enter the port, could only stop once again. It possessed a deep ck hull, with jagged spikes all over, much like the sharp teeth of a wild beast. Just looking at it made one feel a chill. There was no need for introductions. With such an exaggerated appearance, everyone could identify it. It was a cksteel Warship. The Arbiter Republic. During the exploration era, it was only second to An in strength. They expanded their borders quickly and ruthlessly. They were differentpared to the well-integrated An. The Arbiter Republic chose to seal themselves off. An prided itself on its honor and glory, choosing to walk the path of a righteous knight. On the other hand, the Arbiter Republic was cold-blooded and was like a locust swarm. They were more like space pirates. It was now one of the permanent members of the Milky Way Alliance. During the Exploration Era, they aplished one of mankinds greatest discoveries. To be frank, they did so through plundering. As fellow members of the Alliance, no one said anything. The Arbiter Republic did not care about rules. Once, they even devastated three entires. This ck ship was also a diplomatic ship. After the New Olympus docked, the Sr Systems embassy staff rushed out to receive them. This was them showing their respect for Xiao Fei and Marcus. The ceremony seemed a little grand. Wang Zheng and the rest had their Skylinks directly connected to the main, obtaining a licensed pass for them to move around. They were given ess on the level of a member of the embassy. After the procedures werepleted, the embassy staff prepared lodging for the group. Xiao Fei declined the arrangements provided by the embassy. This was not her first time at Rnd Garros, and she had many close friends here. "The opportunity toe here is rare. You can go and explore. Each countrys area is interesting. Just remember one thing: this is Rnd Garros and we represent the Sr System and Earth. So act the part." Xiao Fei chased Wang Zheng and friends away. She had many friends she had to visit. Wang Zheng and friends had no intention of resting. There were three days until the ceremony, and it was also their summer vacation. If they didnt take the chance to y, that would be going against Gods wishes. Touring Rnd Garros was a strange experience. It allowed one to see the customs and cultures of all the different countries. It was like touring the Milky Way itself. Everyone enjoyed themselves immensely, especially in the special areas allocated to each country. For a first timer, they were able to receive free memorabilia, models, hats, and keychains. Free goods were king! Regardless of what it was, anything free was happiness. An Mei and Ye Zisu were avid collectors, and they felt indebted to Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu for bringing them here. Before long, Yan Xiaosu and An Mei were distracted by a w machine. However, the two of them were not very lucky. After half a day, they failed to catch anything. The staff, who were watching from the side, couldnt help butugh. They wanted to continue ying, but they realized that they had used up all of their free credits. They had even used up Wang Zheng and Ye Zisus credits as well. If they were to continue, they would have to pay 10 dors per game. "Its so expensive!" An Mei blinked her eyes, indignant that they had not managed to win anything. "Keke, its expensive for a reason. All of these toys inside are all handmade goods. These are not your cheap, run-of-the-mill items. Furthermore, they are made with Anmar Yeti fur. This is one of the most popr items in our country, the Principality of Lyon," the staff member said very politely. In his eyes, a trace of amusement could be seen. It was clear that being able to catch a toy required hand-eye coordination and dexterity. The true value of an item could only be seen inparison with other items. If it truly was yeti fur, it would fetch at least two to three thousand dors on Earth. Furthermore, that was just a conservative estimate. These furry toys were adorable, and girls all wanted to own one. Wang Zheng walked over. "Let me try. 10 dors per try, yes?" "Yep." Wang Zheng smiled and took out 100 dors. "Give me 10 tries." "Thank you, Sir." The staff member was very happy. This amount would be kept by him asmission. However, he was not a mean person; he was nning on giving these Earthlings a souvenir after they had spent 300 dors. An Mei pulled Yan Xiaosu over. "Is this okay? I dont want to cause someone to go broke over a toy." "No worries. When Boss acts, theres no problem." Yan Xiaosu said as he patted his chest. An Mei and Ye Zisu blinked their eyes at him before cheering Wang Zheng on. However, just 30 secondster... Student Wangs first attempt had caught him a plushie! The staff member looked quite shocked. "Your luck is pretty good." "Its not bad. Lets continue." Wang Zheng smiled before turning his head at Yan Xiaosu. "Which one do you want." "The pr bear!" Yan Xiaosu said excitedly. "Okay." The staff member just smiled. The pr bear was heavy. With the strength of the w, it was an impossible task... However, just another 30 secondster.. Bang! The w machine yed a song to congratte Wang Zheng. The pr bear rolled out of the machine. "Okay, what else do you guys want?" "That fire-spitting dragon looks quite cool." This time it was even quicker. Within 10 seconds, it rolled out of the machine as well. "Any others?" "Zisu?" An Mei probed her. She had to take advantage of these opportunities to develop the rtionship. "I want that small sunflower." The staff member who had looked as though he was going to cry couldnt help but to look gratefully at Ye Zisu. What a wonderful person! Wang Zheng smiled and just as easily grabbed the toy. Everyone had had a chance. Wang Zheng still had six tries. After deeply sighing, Student Wang set his sights on thergest plushie. "Brother is truly an expert. Please let this little one go. This is a souvenir. Please count the plushies before as gifts from this little one." The staff member was crying as he pleaded. Wang Zheng smiled. "Forget it. We wont bully you anymore." The staff member quickly thanked him profusely. After refunding them and satisfying the twodies, he couldnt help but think of how all the previous Earthlings who came by had been tricked. Now the tables had turned. After leaving the area of the Principality of Lyon, everyone was very satisfied. "Why are you stillughing? That fellow almost died of sadness," An Mei said as she hugged her pr bear. After bing contented, she began to pity that poor guy. "He has earned enough. He only suffered under us," Wang Zheng said as heughed. Everyone turned away when they saw them. Perhaps they had seen Wang Zhengs performance and hence many people were struggling to decide if they ought to entertain him... After enjoying themselves, the sky had be dark. Everyone was hungry. An Mei grabbed Yan Xiaosu and asked, "Do we still have that list of rmended ces to eat?" Yan Xiaosu looked over it. After a brief discussion, they chose the highest rated restaurant. He used his Skylink to book a table for four before they headed over. The service at the restaurant was excellent and the atmosphere was amazing. There were numerous customers and the building was made of sound-absorbing materials, so as long as one did not shout too loudly, each tables sounds were unlikely to disturb another. It was suitable for people to eat and chat with their friends. "You booked a table for four. Please follow me." The service staff was very sweet and demure-looking. Her voice was also very mellow. She seemed like a soft-spoken girl. Yan Xiaosu and Wang Zheng looked at each other. There was no need for words. They knew what was in their hearts without saying a word. This girl was truly very sweet! The dcor was amazing. All that was left was to see how the food was. They ordered the restaurants most popr set meal and the food quickly arrived. The taste was pretty decent. However, Wang Zheng was not as enthusiastic. Even though the food was good, the portion was just too small. They ate and chatted. Yan Xiaosu suddenly spoke, "Take a look over there. Do you think that those people over there have been staring at us?" Wang Zheng smiled. Ye Zisu and An Mei looked over surreptitiously. The table Yan Xiaosu was pointing to had three individuals. One of them was currently looking over at their table. Ye Zisu had a slight frown. These people did seem slightly familiar, but she could not recognize them. At this time, the person who had been looking at Ye Zisu stood up and walked over. "Sorry to disturb. May I know if you are Ye Zisu from Beijing?" "You are...?" "I am Nicoise. I am from one of your sses." Nicoise let out a refreshing smile. "We have even received a schrship together. My parents were transferred to Rnd Garros, so I moved over here as well." "Ah, Nicoise. It really is you. It has been a long time. Please sit." Ye Zisu smiled. Truthfully, she had only met him a few times and only had a brief impression of him. However, being able to meet someone familiar in another was still something worth celebrating. "How might I address the rest of you?" Nicoise sat down and immediately smiled at the rest of them. "I am Yan Xiaosu and this is my girlfriend, An Mei. And this over here is my brother, Wang Zheng." Yan Xiaosu smiled as he introduced the rest of them. Deep down he knew that the two of them were frompletely different circles. The people Zisu met when she was young were definitely extraordinary. "Keke. What might the group of you be here for?" Rnd Garros was not a ce people came to tour. Those who were here either possessed significant stature or were here on official business. These individuals did not seem to be like that. "Wang Zheng has won this years Milky Way Science and Technology Award," Yan Xiaosu said proudly. "Ah. So you are that Wang Zheng. You are extremely famous," Nicoise said politely. Wang Zheng gave a wry smile as always. He could feel that the individual sitting before him was just exchanging pleasantries. He was not really interested in meeting new friends. "I was lucky." Nicoise smiled yet again. "Haha. With Xiao Fei as your professor, I believe you are extremely lucky." Yan Xiaosu blinked. This brat was trying to insinuate something. Wang Zheng just continued to smile. At this point, Nicoise took out a holographic name card before saying, "I am very familiar with Rnd Garros. If you have any problems, please give me a Skylink call. I have friends who can help. Lets meet again." After which, he politely excused himself, bowed towards the group, and then returned to his original seat. Chapter 173: The Elderly Nostalgia Club Chapter 173: The Elderly Nostalgia Club Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Nicoises two friends smiled lightly. "Nicoise, that was quick. That girls quite cute. Even the yboy couldnt do it?" "Shes fine, I guess C a pass. I recall that her family owns a mechapany. That guy at that corner, Wang Zheng, hes a recipient of this times University Science Contribution Award for Physics." Nicoises two guests were also winners of this times Contribution Award, respectively the Biology Award and the Interster Network Award. It was obvious that they knew each other. They had simr family backgrounds and socialized in the same circle of friends. "Wang Zheng... Oh, that student of Xiao Fei?" "Haha, and I was wondering why you came back so quickly. You have a contender." "Him? Are you humiliating me? Were here because of our own hard work. He depended on his teacher to be here," Nicoise said with contempt. "Well, that girl is not bad. Theres a few days to spare; Ill see if theres a chance to have a good time." "You are interested even in that kind of country bumpkin?" "Shes still a rich mans daughter. The quality is there." The three of them snickered; their eyes kept shifting to the corner where Wang Zheng was. Yan Xiaosu lips curled. "Boss, that guy has quite a glib tongue. Why do I feel like he was being sarcastic?" Wang Zhengughed. "Who cares? Dont let others spoil your mood." Wang Zheng ate one te of Roasted Pork Neck happily. It was tender, sweet, and not greasy at all. "Leave two pieces for my girl, An Mei...." Yan Xiaosu said. "Go away, Im not eating. Wang Zheng, dont be courteous with this fat guy." Yan Xiaosu was shocked. "Fat...Me? How am I fat?" "Youre going to be as round as a ball!" Yan Xiaosu was so shocked that he rubbed his belly. Life was so good recently that he was getting plump. It was actually a happy thing to be able to meet someone from the same hometown at such a far ce. However, Nicoise seemed to think too highly of himself. Ye Zisu, Wang Zheng, and their friends did not intend to be any friendlier if he was so cold. To be a diplomat at Rnd Garros, Nicoise was definitely an elite of the upper-ss. It was no wonder that he looked down on everyone, even Ye Zisu. Despite the unhappy episode, the food here was indeed delicious. The four people were not petty people, so they enjoyed their dinner. When night arrived, Rnd Garros night life started. In reality, even though it was an administrative, the entertainment here was of the highest quality. After all, this was where the high-ranking officers of each country gathered. There was nothingcking here, and the service provided was the best. All that mattered was ones rank, which determined what one could ess. Xiao Fei arrived back at the vi at the same time as them. She had a smile on her face. The experiment was a sess and she had a breakthrough. It was obvious that contacting her friends had a beneficial effect on themunication process with various cooperating parties. At this moment, the team Ye Zisu brought followed Xiao Fei and reported the situation to her. "You guys continue talking. We will go upstairs to watch the stars. Just thinking of Rnd Garros night sky is so romantic." Yan Xiaosu pulled An Mei upstairs to enjoy a little private time together. Night time was the best time for couples to cuddle. Obviously, they would not want any third party disturbing them. On the other hand, it was Wang Zheng who was starting to regret inviting them to this trip. These two people should be locked in a cage for a whole vacation to see if they could still be so lovey-dovey after that. "Oh, right, theres a gathering tomorrow night. Its organized by a few old friends of mine and me. Wang Zheng will have to attend with me. Those attending are authorities in their various fields, and also their students," Xiao Fei said to Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu. As she said this, she frowned when she looked at Wang Zhengs attire. "Zisu, please bring this rascal to shop for an appropriate attireter. Ill pay for it." From Xiao Feis tone, this gathering would be quite formal. There should be many renowned scientists attending, and the attendees were not limited to the physics world. When a student won the University Science Contribution Award, authorities from various fields would be present to meet them. This gathering was also the pre-event for the Milky Way Nobel Prize that would be presented three months from now. "Dont worry, leave it to me." Ye Zisu smiled. Wang Zheng stood helpless at a side. He had absolutely no say in this. Ye Zisus excitement in choosing clothes scared Wang Zheng. He was not so devastated even when facing the Zerg Tribes army. Ye Zisu could not suppress herughter. "Look at your miserable face. I will choose the clothes. There! Theres a resting ce opposite. I will contact you via Skylink in a while." "Zisu, you really are a lifesaver." Wang Zheng quickly escaped. After shopping for such a long time, he felt like his IQ had dropped. Even his whole body felt stiff like a robot. Other than having a mall caf, the whole neighbourhood was filled with the usual facilities. There were also some very unique ces that he had never seen before in other ces. Of these establishment designs, there was one named "Coffee" that had an entrance that looked strange and old. It was rtively grand. The shop sign had an explicit notice: Gene score below 90 not allowed. This sign was like a p to his face. Did being at Rnd Garros give this shop the right to be so demanding? He was determined to take a look. Wang Zheng pushed Coffees door open and saw a screen pop out. There was a string of algorithms. It was a passcode-based entry test. "Please answer within five minutes. Please enter if your answer is correct. If not, please do leave within three seconds or you will get electrocuted. Thank you for your cooperation." Wang Zheng was stunned. My God, such an impressive entrance test! Who was the shop owner? Moreover, the shop was situated in Rnd Garros. Wouldnt there be a wealthy person or powerful officer who wanted to destroy this shop? Looking at the hustle and bustle of the passer-bys, there seemed to be no intention of anyone wanting to destroy this shop. Perhaps the people here had a high level of tolerance and good restraint. However, that did not include him. Gene score was Wang Zhengs sore spot. He wanted to represent all of those with a gene score below 90 and prove that they too were capable. At least at this moment, whether one had a gene score of 28 or 88, they were all in the same boat. It was just a simple problem based on the basic Five Dimensional Numerical Analysis Theory. It required a little mental calction. Wang Zheng used only 48 seconds. He entered the answer and the screen disappeared. When the door opened with a squeak, he heard loud sounds of people arguing. "Old Mu, if I do not destroy you today, Ill take on your surname!" "Gail, you already have my surname. Go back and practise again for another 100 years!" Two silver-haired old men were shouting at each other like a pair of hot-blooded youths. Their hands were also waving in the air... They were ying a game. This was indeed a special coffee shop. There was no service crew, there were only two old men fighting and more than 10 people watching. None of them were young. Wang Zheng felt like fainting. Was this ce for the elderly to reminisce? There were strings of forme on two screens. It was apetition to solve problems. The slower partys avatar would suffer a hit on the head by the faster persons avatar. The older you were, the more childish you would be. They were like children, fighting to win. No elder was giving the other a chance. Seeing how they were so agitated, Wang Zheng was reminded of the Old Merchant and smiled knowingly. "Ahhhhhhhhh." With this scream, the old man called Gail had his avatar beaten till it fell. Gail raised his head and saw a young man in the crowd ughing" at him. "Rascal, you, no need to look anymore. Yeah, you there. How did youe in?" Gail said fiercely. Those present also turned back only to find out that there was a young man in the room. They were all surprised. "Sorry, I went the wrong way. Ill leave now." Wang Zheng, feeling that the mood was not right, decided not to stay any longer. These people were either of the age of uncles or grandfathers. It was quite pressuring. "Hold on, where do you think this is? Entering and leaving as you wish!" Gail was obviously looking for a person to take his anger from losing the game. "Grandpa, are you kidnapping me?" Wang Zhengughed. This old man looked like Colonel Sanders from Kentucky Fried Chicken when he was angry. "Grandpa your head! Have you ever seen such a handsome and young Grandpa?" Gail retorted furiously. The crowd erupted intoughter as a result. That Old Muughed until he was breathless. "Haha, young man, you have a good eye. Ignore this old man; hes always a sore loser. Returning to the topic, did you really solve the problem? The question I set today is quite difficult." "Old Mu, what did you set?" "High Level Msos Numerical Theory with a time limit of five minutes. Let me see... Eh? He solved it in less than one minute." At this moment, the whole room fell silent. The group of people looked at Wang Zheng as if he was a monster. "Yo, looks like hes here to challenge us," Old Mu said. This group of people were like zoo keepers. They made Wang Zheng ufortable. "Ahem, gentlemen, Im just looking for a cup of coffee. I have something going on, I got to go." "Haha, young man, theres coffee here, and its free of charge. Since youre already here, stay." "Rascal, are you thinking of leaving? Too bad. In this ce, even if it was Ryan, he could note and go as he wished!" Gail said arrogantly, his moustache puffed out, looking very majestic. Wang Zheng quickly assessed Gails ability to fight... it should be close to zero... This should not be a kidnapping. "To be able to solve the question so quickly shows that you have excellent mathematical and mental calction ability. How about this: we will y one round. If you win, you can leave." Old Muughed. "Let me y. I love to beat young people," Gail said impatiently. Wang Zheng was speechless. What kind of people were they? "Young man, this old man is just a little mean with his words. He was addicted to CT recently. Look at him, he is definitely the one getting beaten up. Not only that, people called him a primary school kid every day. Actually, he is an old student. Haha." The people surrounding them teased Gail. Gail, on the other hand, remained calm. He ignored their teasing. Wang Zheng finally understood. He had met a mischievous old man. Still ying CT at this age? Who else would get beaten? "I dont really understand this game," Wang Zheng said. Looking at them reminded him of Old Merchant. Even the way they spoke was simr. He treated this as spending some time with the elderly. "Its very simple. There will be questions appearing non-stop. Whoever solves theirs first, their avatar can hit their opponents avatar. You win when your opponents avatar falls." Old Mu said. Wang Zheng nodded his head. Gail was excited. It looked like he really did love this game. Gail had already rolled up his sleeves. "Young man, you are quite brave, eh? Dont worry, Im actually very nice; I wont be so harsh on you." Wang Zhengughed and stood at the opposite side. Once the two were in ce, the screen appeared in a sh. At the same time, different categories of problems dropped down on the screen. There were simple mental calctions and also high level deductive questions. It was okay if you were only slow; however, if you miscalcted, you would not only suffer a hit from your opponents avatar, but also get punished. The audience was all smiling. This Gail was a bit too much to be bullying a young man. However, to be able topete with Gail was an honor in itself. He would not y with just anybody. Initially, Gail intended to give Wang Zheng a chance. One minuteter, his face darkened. His hands did not stop and his eyes were focused on the screen. He started ying seriously. Not long after, the audience was all taken aback. Chapter 174: Shock! Chapter 174: Shock! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was unbelievable! This young mans speed was actually much faster than Gail. The first few questions were easier, so it was natural that the younger yer had faster responses. It was when Wang Zheng swiftly solved a mathematical theory that everyone there froze. The disposition of the group of middle to old-aged men started to change unconsciously. Wang Zheng was faster by three questions. This was about the same situation as with Old Mu previously. At this point, another question emerged. The audience sighed. Gail had quite good luck. There were some problems in the question bank that could not be solved. Once such a problem appeared, it usually ended up as a draw. Stimtion could be achieved through these kinds of games, providing a source of inspiration. Sometimes yers could be inspired by some of these unsolved problems. This game added a little fun to work. Wang Zheng frowned. The Mu Five Dimensions Reaction Problem. This was a troublesome problem to solve. The Mu Five Dimensions Reaction Problem was a theory that proposed a hypothesis, but itcked a sound reasoning process. Even so, this theory had great influence in the fields of space and mathematics. Many scientists believed this theory to be urate, it was the process of proving it that was a headache. There were a few reasons provided; however, they all had their ws. After pausing for about a minute, Wang Zheng started to solve the problem. He had discussed this with Old Merchant before, and Old Merchantsment was that this theory was a smart theory, but it was too conservative. The middle-aged men surrounding themughed. Random writings and drawings would result in a loss of points. Old Muughed too. However, soon after, his expression froze. At the opposite side, Gail was originally feeling proud, but soon he gave up on solving the problem and looked at Wang Zheng. His expression became more and more serious. "How can it be?" "Thats not the way, I have tried it before. I got stuck halfway." "Eh? Why did he change methods?" "This...This is solving the Five Dimensions from the perspective of the Thirteen Dimensions?" "That is really daring!" As the solving progressed, there was not a sound in the room, leaving only the tick-tock of an old mechanical clock. After more than one hour, Wang Zheng finally finished his calctions and let out a sigh. He felt a tiny sense of aplishment. His brain had be active again. Subconsciously, he looked at his Skylink...Three missed calls and more than an hour had passed. Oh no, damn mathematics! Such a waste of time, a waste of life! Wang Zheng did not even bother to say anything before escaping. Zisu must have waited for him for a long time already. No one noticed when Wang Zheng left. Their eyes were all on the screen. A long timeter, Old Mu was the first to react. "The old adage is true. You can see more with an open mind. Looks like Ive been too narrow-minded. No wonder I couldnt solve it." After a while, Gail shook his head and asked, "How does this rascals brain work?" Most of them ignored the possibility of different perspectives when they solved the problem to this stage, because this was a directional theory. Who would have thought that he would use a Thirteen Dimensions perspective to solve a Five Dimensions problem before converting it back to a Five Dimensions perspective? "This rascal...Eh? Where is he?" Only now did everyone realise that that strange young man had disappeared. Only Old Mu and Gail were able to solve the problem; the others were still struggling in understanding the process. After all, they were experts in different fields. They may understand a little, but they did not understand it all. "Old Mu, is this reasoning correct?" The one who spoke was a famous middle-aged chemist. His specialty was not in this field, so he could not understand. "It is right, and it is, until now, the best reasoning." "This rascal. Who is his teacher? I have not heard of him." "Yes, we would know about such a genius." "Old Mu, dont tell me that this rascal is your bastard and you are in some sort of coboration with him." Mu Fengchun was an expert in this field. If there was anyone who had solved this problem, it was not possible that there would be no news at all. "From what I know, it has not been solved up till now." "Please dont tell me that this unknown rascal just happened to walk through the wrong door and then solved the problem that has been challenging us for so many years. And then he simply mysteriously disappeared? Is he a time traveler?" Gail said in disbelief, "It must be that youre ying a prank on me!" Mu Fengchun shook his head. "I myself did not even solve it to this step. This is unbelievable!" The people in the room started to whisper amongst themselves. It was impossible. Everyone here was at the top in their fields. They always knew about any new developments in their fields. For instance, if anyone solved a famous difficult problem in their field of study, theres no way they wouldnt publicise it at the first instance. It was even more impossible that they would send a kid to y a joke on them. Kid... Gail and Mu Fengchun looked at each other. It was obvious everyone had noticed the root of the problem. This kid looked only to be 16 or 17 years old. How could he have solved the problem? This was not a problem that could be solved through memorisation. ... "Hey, isnt that university award ceremony two days from now?" someone reminded. "Oh, that kind of thing has no meaning. I dont have the time to go to such a thing." ... "You mean that this rascal is a recipient?" Gail said. "Im not sure if he is a recipient..... But I suspect that this problem was solved by that rascal," Mu Fengchun said. The room was silent. Was this possible? However, Mu Fengchun was the one with the most authority to say such things. ...... "Oh, yes, Xiao Fei, that girl came. She invited us. I rejected the invitation. Shall we go take a look? Maybe that rascal will be there." "That makes sense. I dont believe that this rascal is just some nameless guy. Well take a look tomorrow." "If you all are going, Im going too. Looks like we have belittled these youngsters." "Yes, its a rare chance to have our yearly meeting. I wanted to avoid these troublesome things. Looks like I still have to attend." .... Ye Zisu was not anxious. When she saw Wang Zheng hurrying towards her, she smiled. "Where did you disappear to in just this little while?" "Originally, I wanted to drink a free cup of coffee. But then I entered an elderly club and was chatting with them just now. Have you chosen the clothes?" "I know you cant stand it. Ive chosen them all for you." "Miss Ye is the best. You are the queen." Wang Zheng quickly praised her. "Not bad, Eunuch Zheng. Lets return to the pce now." Ye Zisu quickly posed like a Queen Dowager. The clothes that Ye Zisu chose were definitely tasteful. Wang Zheng knew about his poor fashion sense. What he liked would not be suitable for that kind of formal gathering. Well, it was simply a formality, there was no big deal about it. When they returned, there were no signs of Xiao Fei or Marcus. Perhaps, since they were at Rnd Garros, they were taking a hard-earned break to meet some old friends. Ye Zisu and An Mei were discussing their shopping spoils. Girls were always so excited. Tyrant Xiaosu was already losing interest in Rnd Garros. How to put it? This ce was filled with elitism. Tyrant Xiaosu had no ce to exhibit his talents. If not for the distance, he might have returned to Earth already. Different from Tyrant Xiaosus internal struggle, the others in group 007 were happily enjoying their holiday. "Why dont youe along? I have a private gravitational room in my house. It can be adjusted to a maximum of triple the gravitational pull. Brother Ailun has already booked the ne ticket toe here." Chen Xiu said. It was a good opportunity for a gathering. This young little boy thought that if he had more friends over during the holiday period, he would stand a better chance to avoid his sisters harassment. Perhaps he could even get his friends to upy his sisters attention. Then he could meet girls at the beachside. In the past, every time he almost seeded in his efforts, his sisters woulde up and destroy it. Zhang Shanughed. "Thanks, but perhaps another time. Im going to do some private training soon." If they went to the beach side, it would be difficult to train peacefully. There was a difference between training wholeheartedly and training halfheartedly. He had startedter than others, so he had to work harder. After hanging up the Skylink, Zhang Shan changed his clothes and went to the nearby dojo. The dojo owners daughter was his highschool ssmate. "Zhang Shan, I heard that you transferred to the Mecha Department." "Yes." "Do you want to try dating me? "Ahem, Beauty Xu, please stop joking." Xu Ying was definitely a popr girl in highschool. She was attractive and tall, and she had a pair of long legs that was touted as the most beautiful pair of legs in the school. Her ancestors, up to three generations ago, all owned dojos. Within a radius of 10 streets, there was not one gangster. It was rumoured that her familys way of training involved getting rid of those powerful street gangsters. In highschool, any bully would be punished by her. Her presence ensured that the school was kept in order. In fact, with her keeping order in school, the school produced more talents than the previous years. However, the most impressive thing about Xu Ying were her admirers. Other than the males from other schools who did not know the truth about her, there were many pretty girls! "I recall that you wrote a love letter to me before. Why? Has seeing other girls in university caused a change of heart?" Xu Ying smiled. Zhang Shan could not tell if she was serious or joking. Zhang Shan did not know whether tough or cry. "What love letter? That was a challenge letter. You beat my ssmate, I was just taking revenge for him." "No wonder your love letter looked so different. In that case, Im relieved. Looks like Im not the reason that you transferred to the Mecha Department." Xu Yingughed. She was also from the Mecha Department. However, she was not in Ares College, but in Apollo College from the Americas. It was a cross regional invitation to attend their college. "Miss, arent you thinking too highly of yourself? Shall we go in and train?" Zhang Shan pointed to the gravitational room. "Sure." 10 minutester... Xu Ying pressed Zhang Shan onto the floor. Xu Ying was surprised. "You have gotten stronger." "Of course! I graduated from IG training camp. Again!" "Youre no match for me." Xu Ying was very calm. Zhang Shan had good basic skills, it was a pity he had not had any systematic training. His skills were a little messy. To her, with his skills at this level, even though he was stronger than her, she could still beat him easily. Her Kung Fu was not there just for show. One hourter... After being beaten 16 times, Zhang Shan finally seeded in holding Xu Ying, the little dojo master, down. He could not suppress his feelings and let out an animalistic howl. "Are you supposed to be happy to have beaten a woman?" This sentence dimmed someones sense of achievement. "Youre right." "Haha, okay, you have more potential than me. Its a pity you did not undergo any systematic training. All of your attacks are based on brute strength; you need to use techniques in a fight." After joking, Xu Ying, the little dojo master, started to teach Zhang Shan. There were some things that could not be learned from attending school. Formting personal fighting styles or methods would take double the effort without any professional guidance. Another hour passed quickly. "OK, well stop here today." "OK...." Zhang Shang was reluctant to end his training. He looked at Xu Ying with fire in his eyes. "Suddenly, I feel that dating you might not be that bad an idea." Chapter 175: Intersection Chapter 175: Intersection Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Get out of my sight." Xu Ying red fiercely at Zhang Shan. "Tsk, tomboy, Ill get going. Lets fight again tomorrow." Zhang Shan massaged his sore shoulders and waved goodbye. Actually, he did not put in his full strength. The main point was not to win, but to learn techniques from the fight. Xu Ying was much stronger than him in this aspect. Just as he was leaving, Zhang Shan suddenly recalled something. "How did you know that I changed my major?" Knowing that he participated in IG was nothing, but the fact that he had transferred to the Mecha Department C that should have been a secret. "Your younger sister told me. Dont tell me you have yet to tell your family that you changed your major?" "My god, Im dead." He had to face the music sooner orter. Just as Zhang Shan reached home, he saw both his younger sister and brother sitting quietly at the hall. His mother was busy arranging the cutlery at the dining table. His father was sitting at the main seat reading the Skylink News. Zhang Deyu heard Zhang Shan entering the house. He raised his head and looked at Zhang Shan. "You are back, lets eat first," his mother called out. Zhang Deyu nced at Zhang Shan before he sat down. "I heard that you have transferred to the Mecha Department." Zhang Shan nodded. "Yes, Dad..." "Ive spoken to your head of department. You have no difficulties or problems in your studies, and your exam results also meet expectations. Why give up physics?" Zhang Deyu was a little heartbroken. He was not a controlling father, but seeing his son being so foolish, he was filled with pain and regret. "Dad, I think that the Mecha Department is more suitable for me. Compared to research, I prefer the rush of adrenaline during a fight. Furthermore, I want to enlist in the army." "Enlistment?" Zhang Deyu thought that the eldest son whom he was always proud of had be a stranger. He belonged to a family of schrs, yet he had raised a son who wanted to be a soldier. Zhang Deyu could not react to this sudden revtion. "Da Shan, I dont support the idea of you enlisting. Its too dangerous. Besides, isnt it good to be a respectable scientist like your father?" Zhang Shans mother also opposed his decision. "Dad, in the past, I did enjoy studying physics. Thats because the people around me praised me for doing well. They said that Im indeed your son. Eagles do not breed doves. At that point, I also thought that this was what I needed. But after attending university, I realized that that kind of happiness was not what I wanted, but rather a sense of vanity. Ive always based my ambitions on your expectations, until I found out what it was like to pilot a mech. That visceral feeling, that is truly what I really want." Having reached this step, Zhang Shan simply said whatever was on his mind. Zhang Deyu frowned. These were not valid reasons. "You are not a child anymore; you should be more realistic. Besides, you have such talent for physics." Zhang Shan had talent. This was why his father pinned so much hope on him. One person might have talent in many different aspects, but physics was obviously the more suitable path for Zhang Shans future development. As a father, he could also give Zhang Shan the greatest assistance. "I do not deny this, but the purpose of life is to be able to do what one wants to do. That kind of feeling is different. I feel every one of my cells brimming with energy. Also, what I learned in the past can also be useful as a mech warrior. The third phase of the IG training camp was anti-gravity training, and I, your son, ced first in that training.... Dad, this is all because you taught me. Do you think that I would be rash in making such an important decision? I considered for a whole semester before making up my mind." Zhang Shan spoke seriously, and the most important part was that Zhang Shan had already matured; his bodynguage exuded a sense of decisiveness. "No, its too dangerous. Even if your father agrees, I will not!" Once his mom opened her mouth, the decision was made. Even though his dad was the head of the household, it was always his mom who gave the final order. "Ahem, Mom, I am, in any case, a student of Ares College. Its not as bad as you think. I will be amander. What, are you imagining that I will actually be one of those recruits that fight on the frontline?" Zhang Shanughed. It was actually much easier to convince his mother. "In this case, does this mean it is not dangerous?" "Of course it isnt. Why else would people join?" Zhang Shan patted his chest and reassured, "Besides, my intellect will help me defeat any opponent in a split second." Zhang Shan sweet talked until his parents were speechless. He exined his own ambition for life and he shared philosophy after philosophy. Finally, he managed to muddle his way through and convince them.. At night.... Zhang Shans younger sister ran into his room, "Brother, Sister Xu just messaged me. She asked what time you will be going to the Martial Training Hall tomorrow. Dont tell me you and Sister Xu are...together? Why doesnt she have your Skylink?" "Which one? That tomboy? Well, she looks fine, but shes not my type. Oh, right, if theres no need to, dont get close to her." Recalling that two-thirds of Xu Yings admirers were young girls, Zhang Shan decided that he needed to prevent his younger sister from falling for her. "Brother, dont you insult Sister Xu. She is very gentle. Cmon, what time will you be going?" "Afternoon, 1 to 4 PM. I have other training ns before that." "Oh, OK, Brother, I think you are more handsome now. I support you, do your best." she waved her tiny fist. Actually, this was her main purpose for going into her brothers room. "Go do your homework, little girl." Just as his younger sister left, his younger brother ran into his room. "What do you want, you rascal?" "Brother, what are you up to? You have such talent in physics. Why are you going to the Mecha Department? Dad was just asking about my homework. This time around Im dead. The heavy responsibility of inheriting the Zhang familys schrly reputation in physics is going to fall on me. Are you sure you have the heart to see me get destroyed under so much pressure?" He sat on Zhang Shans bed and pulled out an adult magazine from under the mattress - his actions all too familiar. "What the heck! How can you hide these things in my room!?" "Well, since you are at university, its not like youll be at home. Hiding a few things will not...what, hey, arent we brothers....." Zhang Shan grabbed his younger brother by his shirt and threw him out of the door. "Dont look at those things in my room." After locking the door, he turned around, lifted up the mattress, and not surprisingly, there were a lot of adult magazines. Each magazine was a collectable which cost 100 dors. Every page was an electronic moving picture; there were even 10 pages where 3D sses were needed to see the whole 3D picture.... His younger brother had spent half of his allowance on these things. Zhang Shan was heartbroken. After flipping through the magazines, Zhang Shan decided to adopt a critical perspective to judge how far his brother had fallen.... After reading for a while, Zhang Shan went out to run 20,000 meters in an effort to clear his head. At the balcony of the master bedroom, Zhang Deyu watched as his oldest son ran further and further. He grunted. His wife approached him from behind, carrying some freshly brewed coffee. "Still angry? Our son has grown up; he is capable of making his own decisions." "Sigh, this rascal really has a talent for physics. It is such a waste." "Do you think that the physics world cant progress without the Zhang family? Werent you stopped in the act when you tried to secretly enlist? This child is just like you." Zhang Deyu smiled. Those were events from his younger days. In the end, he gave up his dreams and instead fulfilled his dads aspirations. It was not easy to stick to ones own ambitions. "Didnt you also oppose his decision?" "I was just testing him to see if he had thought it through. That rascal even tried to sweet talk me. He forgot who gave birth to him." The two of them let out a knowing smile as they watched their son. "Since that little rascal has made his decision, go forth bravely! Be a man. Even if you fail, you did not make the wrong choice!" Zhang Deyu said lightly. Meanwhile, Zhang Shan, in his mad dash, let out a howl at the night sky. God, he should not have looked at those R-rated things.... Wang Zheng wanted toze around, but Xiao Fei reminded him repeatedly before he left, going as far as to get Ye Zisu to monitor him. As a result, Wang Zheng was forced to wear a suit and a tie. "Boss, its not as if its a date. Hurry up ande out," Yan Xiaosu shouted from outside. Luckily, they did not need to go. From a young age, the thing Yan Xiaosu could not stand most was hanging out with those pompous "good" students, much less the gatheringter, where the best of the "good" students were going to attend. It was like hell. He pitied Wang Zheng, who had to endure such gatherings. "Dont shout! What is this button for?" "Boss, that is called a cufflink!" Tyrant Su shouted. "I think its better that you dont go." "Yan Xiaosu, are you asking for trouble again? Dont be so useless. Wang Zheng will be sessful in the future, and he will have to attend these kind of gatherings again." An Mei red. "No, I grew up with Boss wearing the same pair of pants every day. I know him the best. These restrictive ces are not suitable for us. Wearing suits and tying ties...I cannot imagine ourselves doing this." Yan Xiaosu waved his hands helplessly; the two of them were used to being free. Ever since he was described as a country bumpkin the first time he wore a suit, he never wore one again. After a while, Wang Zheng walked out. "Does this button need to be so tight? OK, Im ready....Why are you guys looking at me like that?" "Yo, I couldnt tell that you had such a good body." An Meiughed. Ye Zisu nodded her head. "Just right, not bad." Wang Zhengughed. "Wearing this is really troublesome. Casual wear is still morefortable." "Hehheh, this is called formal wear. Actually, it is simply a disguise, but it is quite suitable for these kinds of gatherings. Go outshine them!" Yan Xiaosu said. "Yan Xiaosu, dont be such a prankster. All those who are attending this time are famous and powerful people. Please do not embarrass Professor Xiao Fei." "Dont hit my head, Im just saying it for fun." "Its alright, I guess its just a formality. Lets go." An Mei locked arms with Ye Zisu and whispered, "The size is just right. You paid a lot of attention to this, Miss Ye." "You only know how to make fun of me." An Mei pursed her lips and said, "I didnt know that Wang Zheng could look this handsome in formal wear. Tsk tsk, looks like I have to force my man to train his body. His small tummy is almost showing." "Dont bully Xiaosu so much. Someone whos always in such a good mood is hard to find." "Im doing it for his own good." An Meiughed. The four of them took the Maglev car and soon they reached their destination, except only Wang Zheng would be going into the gathering. "If you guys have nothing to do, you can walk around nearby. Who knows, I may be out in a little while," Wang Zheng said. "Sure, try to stay a little longer. I think this is a good chance. Well wait for you," Ye Zisu said. Wang Zheng tidied his tie. It kept feeling crooked to him. God, just what kind of life was this? Wang Zheng had not arrived early. As he stepped through the door, he saw a familiar face: Nicoise. Nicoise was not surprised by his arrival. "Wang Zheng, wee. Pleasee in, everyone is waiting to get to know you." Chapter 176: Elites Chapter 176: Elites Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas There were already more than 10 youngsters in the hall. They were all dressed in formal wear. The girls, on the other hand, were vying to be the most outstanding beauty. They would not neglect their appearances just because they loved to study. This was the nature of women. As evidenced by looking at Xiao Fei, those studious, nerdy girls looked like existences from a few hundred years ago. The two people who he met previously at the restaurant came forward as well. "Rambo, from the Moses Star, recipient of the Biology Contribution Award." Rambo smiled. The Moses star was an affiliate of the Andromeda system. "Terry, recipient of the Interster Network Contribution Award, from the Sagittarius System, Spectrum Star. Its an honor to meet you atst." The three of them sized Wang Zheng up as though they were looking at an animal. Nicoise smiled. "Wang Zheng is the pride of Earth. He has won the highest award. We pale inparison to him. It is only right that all of us learn from him." As he said this, Nicoise wanted to pat Wang Zheng on the shoulder. Wang Zheng moved away subtly, avoiding him. Wang Zheng despised such people. Nicoise acted as if he was in charge every time he saw Wang Zheng. This made Wang Zheng look like his subordinate. Nicoise was stunned. He had not expected Wang Zheng to react in such a rude manner, but he quickly regained hisposure. "Gentlemen, this is Wang Zheng." The rest of them took one sweeping nce at Wang Zheng and then resumed their own conversations. They barely paid any attention to him. Nicoise shrugged his shoulders grudgingly. "Dont take it to heart; those who are here are the cream of the crop. They will be a little resentful because you alone won the top award." Wang Zheng smiled. "Whining will not contribute to growth. It seems like they still need more practice." When a conversation failed to hold, even half a sentence would seem too much. Besides, Wang Zheng had note to bicker. He took a random seat. There was food and drinks, and he would leave after eating, like he usually did. Xiao Fei would not find fault in him; after all, he did attend the gathering. "That kid is quite arrogant." "Hes just trying to hide his inferiority. Nicoise, if you were on Earth, he wouldnt have this chance at all." "Nicoise was approved by immigration to go to Rnd Garros a long time ago, he wouldnt go to such a ce." Nicoises face showed a hint of unhappiness. He did not like that he was from Earth. He was now a citizen of Rnd Garros. "Let me tell you guys a secret. Some big shot will be arriving tonight. Just wait and see." "Oh, who?" "You guys will have to wait to see who it is." "That guy really has an appetite. Shall we have some fun with him? "Forget it, this is our gathering. Our mentors will be arrivingter. Just let him sit there." Nicoise took a look at the corner. He thought that Wang Zheng was just an embarrassment. It would be below his level to bully him. Wang Zheng had a good time eating. Other than the good food, there was not much meaning to this kind of gathering. The people around him were chatting and gossiping about him. It was not a surprise that Wang Zheng was the center of gossip. He was the recipient of the highest award from the Milky Way Alliance this time around. However, unlike the others who had years of results and dissertations, Wang Zheng was a dark horse in this years award recipients. Obviously, these people thought that it was because of Xiao Fei that Wang Zheng won the award. What sort of ability did it show to depend on ones teacher? Wang Zheng could not be bothered to exin. He ignored the gossip; it was not as if he would lose a piece of meat over their words. "You are that Student Wang Zheng?" Wang Zheng raised his head. "I think thats me." The girl stifled augh. "You are quite humorous. We all thought that you would note." "Why? " Wang Zheng smiled. This girl was about the same age as him. "Haha, I just received some internal news. This time, the highest award will be presented personally by Princess Aina. You were already attracting resentment, now you will just attract even more hate. After all, these guys are all trying their best to get to know Princess Aina." "Oh." Wang Zhengs heart warmed. After a moment of surprise, he understood. He guessed that Princess Aina wasing only because she knew he woulde. "Thats all?" The girl pushed her sses and sat down. "Lets get to know each other. Caragal Republic, Xie Yating, bioengineering." "Hi, Wang Zheng, Earth, physics," Wang Zheng said. "Here, we can be considered old neighbors." "Yes, and your dress is very pretty." "Is that so? I think so too. But they dont seem to think too highly of those from the Sr System," Xie Yating said. She had put in much effort for her attire today. She did not know that the people here would all be so arrogant. They were not here to meet friends, they were here to boast. "We do not need their approval." Wang Zheng continued eating without a care. Xie Yating ced a ss of wine beside Wang Zheng. Just at that point, Wang Zheng was a little choked, so he downed the ss of wine. "You are quite the philosophical person. They are ignoring you on purpose. Before you arrived, these people were discussing how to put you down. They were all saying how you depended on..." Xie Yating suddenly covered her mouth. She felt a little embarrassed. Wang Zheng swallowed a mouthful of fish. "That I depended on my teacher? Well, isnt it only natural for students to depend on their teachers?" Wang Zheng was very open about it. He knew that the atmosphere at the gathering would be unweing. He felt like a fish out of water. Perhaps he was never the research type. These people were too proud; the Mecha Department was more honest and down-to-earth. Two grandly dressed girls walked over and said, totally ignoring Wang Zheng, "Xie Yating, do you want toe over here? Theres nothing you can talk about with him." It was as if it was too lowly to be seen talking to Wang Zheng. "I think Im fine here." Xie Yating said. The two girls exchanged looks and turned away. "Well, they match." "Yes, thats true. Only she would wear such an unfashionable shade of pink." "Without her, theres noparison and we wouldnt seem so graceful." Even though they spoke softly, Wang Zheng heard everything clearly. Xie Yating also heard some of the conversation. "They are just immature kids. This caviar is not bad," Wang Zheng said. Xie Yating looked at Wang Zheng. "You are quite broad-minded. Not bad, at least I met an interesting person. What are you doingter?" "After my teacher arrives, I will be going. My friends are waiting for me outside." "I heard that the authority of each field will be attending. It will be a good opportunity to socialize with them, especially in such a private gathering like this." Xie Yating looked very regretful for Wang Zheng, who would be missing this opportunity. "It is not my ambition to be a schr. Im transferring to the Mecha Department next year," Wang Zheng said as he ate. Pfff... Xie Yating could not suppress her shock and sprayed champagne on Wang Zhengs face. Wang had good reflexes, but he only avoided half the champagne. "Oh my, Im so sorry. I did not do it on purpose. How could you change departments? The school would never agree!" Xie Yating quickly took out some tissues to help Wang Zheng clean up. "Im really sorry." Such an important event, yet his suit was dirtied. Xie Yating did not know what to do. Wang Zheng waved his hand. "Its alright, Im just here for formalitys sake. Ill be leaving soon." Just then, the hall was in an uproar. Xiao Fei, Marcus, and three middle-aged men walked in together. The students who were present all crowded around them. Xiao Fei and Marcus were creating quite a stir. The students looked down on Wang Zheng, but they idolized Xiao Fei. The breakthrough this time bought Xiao Fei the reputation of being the physicist of the century. You should know, only physicists could be the greatest scientists. Until now, no other field of study could rece physics. Xiao Fei was definitely in the limelight, especially because she was so young. Together with her and Marcus were authoritative figures from three other fields of study. They were obviously familiar with each other. Xiao Fei hade prepared this time. She was moving from theoretical to experimental physics, and she required the help of experts from various fields. For example, experts from the material sciences. At this moment, those youngsters who were acting all high and mighty just now became very humble. Every single one of them was that sincere. "Wang Zheng, Im going over." Xie Yating also wanted to meet her idols. If she missed this opportunity, it would be difficult for her to meet her idols. Wang Zheng nodded. To him, these reactions were normal. It would be good if only no one attempted to create trouble for him. Xiao Fei looked towards him. Wang Zheng waved and pointed outside. It was a signal that he was leaving. "Professor Dong, that is Wang Zheng. Havent you always wanted to meet him?" Mr. Dong, the middle-aged mans eyes lit up. "Oh, is that so? Ive heard of him many times. I am curious to see how impressive he is." Seeing Xiao Fei waving towards him, Wang Zheng had no choice but to walk over. "Wang Zheng, this is Professor Dong Xuewu, a titan in the study of spatial physics." Xiao Fei winked. Wang Zheng was helpless; he had fallen into another trap. He knew that he should not havee. Upon hearing the word "titan", he was fearful. "Young man, I heard from Xiao Fei that you came up with the idea leading the breakthrough in locating Spatial Migration. Also, on the way here, you had other new thoughts?" Dong Xuewu asked. "I was taught well by my two mentors, how could I have any original thoughts?" Wang Zheng did not want to bring up any ideas here. If he did, he would be bogged down with questions from these experts. Just by looking at Professor Dongs stance, Wang Zheng knew that he was looking for trouble. "Teacher, Wang Zheng is too humble. Just the other day when I bumped into him, he was not like this. He had many opinions regarding todays field of physics," Nicoise suddenly said, even giving Wang Zheng a sincere smile. Wang Zheng did not think that Nicoise could be so devious. He really was an expert in undermining people. If he rebutted at this point, other people would naturally think that he was hypocritical. "Oh, Xiao Fei, your disciple is quite boastful. Even I would not dare to say that in the field of physics today," Dong Xuewu said lightly. Wang Zheng could sense something. Xiao Feis reputation had grown exponentially recently, and Dong Xuewu might have been pressured by Xiao Feis growing fame. This man was here to make things difficult. Battles in the intellect world were no less intense than that of the battlefield. In fact, they were even more underhanded. Looking at the situation now, that seemed true. "Senior Dong, its not only in todays physics world, but the whole of the science realm is filled with talents. There are many of them just in todays gathering." Wang Zheng smiled, showing absolutely no hints of anger. It was childs y to think that this tiny ruse would rile him up. The other mentors actually also understood this kind of atmosphere. They did not really want it to be too awkward. "Wang Zheng, even though youve achieved some results, you have to remain humble. You should especially learn more from your teachers. "Hmph, the path to achieving a career in science should be slow, steady, and careful. Look at you, dressed so poorly even in such a formal asion. How could such a person do well in their studies!?" Dong Xuewu was quite harsh. He was not only warning Wang Zheng, but also taking the chance to put Xiao Fei down. His intention was to put across the message that even though Xiao Fei had achieved a small breakthrough, he was the true expert. Xie Yating, who was pushed out, felt anxious. Offending Dong Xuewu in the field of physics equated to destroying ones future in that field. Chapter 177: Getting Back at Idiot Dong Chapter 177: Getting Back at Idiot Dong Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Xiao Fei continued smiling. She had no intention of siding with her student. This was because she knew that this rascal, Wang Zheng, was not one to be bullied. You would be fine if you did not provoke him, but once you did, he would not care if you were a nobody or a titan. Considering Professor Dongs age, Wang Zheng tolerated him. However, his constant snide remarks seemed to never end. Just as Wang Zheng wanted to open his mouth, a jovial voice came from the entrance. "Dong, you idiot. Are you a model? Whats the use of dressing pretty? Having real abilities is the most important!" Gail, a man looking like Colonel Sanders, the mascot of Kentucky Fried Chicken, walked in. He walked up to Wang Zheng swiftly and sized him up. "Old Mu, Im not wrong, am I? I told you that this rascal was sure to be the award recipient this time. The best contribution awardee, Wang Zheng, I said it. Other than you, there will be no one else. Xiao Fei. You! This girl! You are really too much!" "Teacher Gail, what brought you here? Didnt you say you were...?" Xiao Fei looked surprised too. "Tch, if its just these people, why would Ie? But this rascal here is another matter. You rascal, youre not ying fair. How could you run away after winning? I had to search for a whole day before I could find you." As he said this, he held onto Wang Zhengs arm, afraid that he would disappear again without a sound or peep. The whole hall fell silent. What was going on? "Gail, why are you running so quickly? At such an old age, arent you afraid of falling?" Mu Fengchuns voice broke the silence. "Old Mu, I won this time. I told you this rascal would definitely be here!" The students were very excited by Mu Fengchuns arrival. Xiao Fei might have been famous, but her rise to fame was short and her influence was limited. More than 10 years ago, the most influential scientist would be n Tucker. Now, the current era was most definitely owned by Mu Fengchun. "Young man, you are being disrespectful. How can you leave after bullying your elders?" Mu Fengchunughed. In his presence, Dong Xuewu could no longer put on airs. Regardless of knowledge or position, Mu Fengchun was much more respected. Even Gail was better than him. At this moment, more than 10 people walked in. Those present at the gathering were dumbfounded. This... Was the Milky Way Alliance giving out a Nobel prize? "Xiao Fei, our group of old friends are just here for the fun. There shouldnt be any problem, right?" "What are you saying? All of you are our distinguished guests," Xiao Fei said as she red at Wang Zheng. This rascal, she only looked away for a second and he had created such amotion. Mu Fengchunughed and nodded his head. "Little Dong, you are not young anymore, show some character and be more supportive towards your juniors." Dong Xuewu almost choked at Musment. However, he was in no position to rebut. All he could do was nod his head. "Please make yourselffortable, and continue with what you were doing. We old men just want to talk to this rascal." This statement caused a stir. What was this group of academia authorities looking for from a student? "Ahem, Old Mu, this boy did not get into any trouble, did he?" Xiao Fei asked worriedly. "Oh, yes, he did. This rascal bullied me. Marcus, dont tell me you taught him his mathematics skills," Gail said. Gail was the famous big mouth of the mathematical world. Even so, there was no doubt to how extensive his abilities were. Marcus was stunned. He knew that Wang Zheng was hiding his abilities, but he did not expect him to be that talented.... "He is from the physics stream. I would like to teach him, but he is not interested." "I knew it! If your students could beat me, I might as well kill myself with a piece of tofu. Kid, who taught you mathematics?" Gail was filled with curiosity. Who was this genius? It was most definitely not Xiao Fei. Wang Zheng was helpless. He could not betray the Old Merchant. He scratched his head. "I read it up in the library. Sometimes I would have my own spections. Im not even sure if my spections are right or not." "Just spections and you solved the Mu Five Dimensions Reaction Problem that perplexed me for two years? If thats the case, should we all just retire?" Mu Fengchunughed. Multiple discussions were raised immediately. This was nothing to joke about. Marcus was stunned again. "You really solved the problem?" Wang Zheng felt that he made another mistake. It was all Old Merchants fault that he had formed the bad habit of having the urge to solve any problem heid his eyes on. Such poor restraint! "I just thought of it randomly, Im not even sure if its right." "You call that simply a random thought? Kid, with such talent in mathematics, you should just transfer schools. Come to my school, I will help you migrate to An!" Gail said. Xiao Fei and Marcuss faces turned white. "Ahem, Senior Gail, how could you recruit our talents like this? Our whole project is relying on Wang Zheng!" "Haha, Gail, you are in the wrong this time. It is the fortune of humanity to have a talent like him. I think he shoulde to Rnd Garros. I will provide you with the best learning environment. Also, you can enjoy the convenience of meeting elites from various countries." Everyone froze. Was this a dream? Even Mu Fengchun was taking the initiative to headhunt Wang Zheng. This was like a dream. Many people have aimed to learn from Mu Fengchun, but failed to even get a look from him. "Thats right, Kid. You are already a lifelong member of Genesis Coffee. If you stay in Rnd Garros, you can get the greatest assistance in other aspects too. A middle-aged man smiled gently. "Wang Zheng, this is Professor Rnd, an authority in the field of chemistry and material science." Mu Fengchun introduced. Universes Genesis CoffeeC that was the most prestigious ce in the whole of the Milky Way science world. Each member was an elite of various professions. They possessed huge influence, and this year, the club was prepared to draw Xiao Fei and Marcus into its fold. This was interesting, the teacher had yet to be a member while the student was already a member. Like Nicoise, the other students froze. Genesis Coffee, that was not simply any club. That club was a symbol of identity and status. As a member, you could enjoy the highest level of treatment in Rnd Garros, the crown of the science world. It was unheard of that a student could be a member. Xie Yating covered her mouth. What was this situation? What happened? Was this the same guy as the one who was eating happily and ignoring everything else just now? "Ahem, Teacher Mu, Wang Zhengs greatest talent lies not in mathematics, but in physics. On the way here, Wang Zheng raised an idea regarding Transference upon Curvature Convection. This theory brings our theoretical research to new heights!" This was not the time to joke, Xiao Fei was getting anxious. This rascal was so worrisome. "Oh....this." Everyone got absorbed in their own thoughts. Shortly after, Mu Fengchun and Gail could not hold back and pped their hands. "This idea, its fantastic! But its quite troublesome to prove. If you need help, just let us know." Naturally, Mu Fengchun had no need topete for credit. Besides, mathematics was the root of all sciences. "It is, of course, great, if you are willing to help!" Xiao Fei and Marcus smiled. Mu Fengchun and Gail did not need to be involved in all details of the project. Just their assistance in key areas would speed up the research progress by a lot. There was no denying that intellect alone could not exceed experience gained over time. .... The exception was this weirdo, Wang Zheng. Nicoise and other students finally understood. This group of people hade for Wang Zheng. This guy was not depending on his teacher. It may even be the case that the teacher was depending on him. "Xiao Fei, why hasnt it started?" Mu Fengchun and his group had intended to pull Wang Zheng away as soon as it started and then use the carrot and stick method to get him to go with them. "Two guests are not here yet," Xiao Fei said and looked towards the entrance. "Just as I mentioned them." Everyone looked towards the entrance, and their gazes became heated. There was a type of person who, wherever they go, would be the center of attention. With Aina Ans appearance, every professor or mentor was immediately thrown behind anyones thoughts. When Xiao Fei was organizing this event, she did not invite Aina. She thought that there was no way Aina would be interested, but Aina had taken the initiative to ask for an invitation. Xiao Fei was, of course, weing. While she did not go to An for multiple reasons, frankly speaking, An was Xiao Feis favourite ce. As long as one was alive, one would have to give up some things for what one wasmitted to. "This is thest VIP, Princess An." "Teacher Xiao Fei, Just call me Aina. Today Im here to learn," Aina said, each sentence gracefully said. Everyone was impressed; some even wanted to apud. Ever since she arrived, Ainas eyes never left Wang Zheng. Wang Zhengs gaze was passionate. They were separated only for a few months, but to them it felt like a few years. Most importantly, they had no way of contacting each other. Ainas appearance caused the atmosphere to change. Xiao Fei turned and said, "Senior Mu, lets go inside. With us here, they cannot interact freely." Aina did have a distinguished status. Even though she would not show off her status, the mentors at the gathering were not young, so it was not very convenient. "Haha, alright. We shall not disturb the youngsters." Mu Fengchunughed. Xiao Fei signalled Wang Zheng to leave. If he continued to stay, there was no knowing what those old foxes would do. Princess An was indeed different, but Xiao Fei kept feeling that she had seen her before... perhaps on television? Once the mentors left, the youngsters be energetic and lively again. "Distinguished Princess, Im Teacher Dongs student, Nicoise. It is such an honor to meet you." Any male student with a bit of confidence was encouraged by Ainas appearance to show off. Anyone could get lost in her beautiful set of eyes. Aina smiled and nodded while she walked towards Wang Zheng. As a Princess, unlike the average citizen, she had to disy good etiquette. Wang Zheng just stood there. He had to restrain himself from giving in to his impulse to hug Aina. "You must be Wang Zheng. Nice to meet you, may I ask you a few questions?" Aina was always dazzling no matter where she was. Wang smiled. "Lets move to a quieter ce." The crowd was stunned, this guy was so shameless. The Princess was only being polite. This guy was pushing his luck! But to everyones surprise, Aina nodded. "Nicoise, are there other rooms here?" Upon hearing that the Princess remembered his name, Nicoise was happy beyond words. "Sure, sure. There is a room just beside here." "Thank you, Wang Zheng." "This way, Your Highness." The two of them sounded like a couple, leaving the rest to stare at each other in the hall. This... Chapter 178: Wait Chapter 178: Wait Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Damn, this is nonsensical. Where did this paupere from?" "Could it be that he really proved Mus hypothesis?" "Teacher Mu personally confirmed it. Surely that cannot be wrong. Although Marcus is pretty good, it surely could not be at such a level." "There is still such a genius?" Student Wang had shaken the world views of this bunch of geniuses. "How dare this person spend time with Princess Aina. Is he not afraid of shortening his lifespan?" "I think, given this persons situation, it will only take a minute before he gets chased out by the Princess!" "I really cannot think of what he could speak to the Princess about. If he can even start a conversation, that would already be considered pretty good." Xie Yating felt like todays events were dream-like. Finally, two people from the Sr System had won awards C one of them was her, the other was Wang Zheng from Earth. When she was speaking to her little uncle Raston, he also mentioned this person in passing. Of course, while she and Raston did not have arge age gap, he was considered more senior in status. Regarding this, Xie Yating was very helpless. The person who won the Milky Way Alliance Physics Prize was actually a member of the sr systems IGpetition. Raston was Caragals idol and pride of the students. The difficulty of IG wasmon knowledge, and yet Wang Zheng had managed to get past the first round. This news shocked many. This caused Xie Yating to think that all the contributions that Wang Zheng made was due to Xiao Fei. She was the one who actually truly deserved such an award. In the end... Just what sort of person was he!? In Ainas absence, everyone in the hall looked lost and seemed suddenly unable to talk about anything interesting. However, just as they predicted, Wang Zheng did not have time to speak. As soon as they entered through the door, Aina was in Wang Zhengs arms. Wang Zhengpletely could not control himself. He always thought of himself who hadplete control of his emotions. However, upon seeing Aina, all that control was lost. Losing it was fine; after all, he was not a machine. Aina felt like she was melting into Wang Zheng. Even after a while, Wang Zheng continued hugging Aina. They faced each other, almost like they were peering into each others souls. "Can you let me down?" Aina said softly, like a kitten in Wang Zhengs arms. She was pretty much as weightless as a cloud to Wang Zheng. "No way!" Wang Zheng asserted. Aina blushed. Looking at her chest, she felt a heat that made her feelpletely love-drunk. "I really should not havee to meet you. I get bullied the moment I see you," Aina said, smitten. Womens sarcasm, even silly Wang Zheng could read between the lines. "You must have owed me something in your past life. You are destined to repay it in this lifetime, so you should acknowledge your fate." Wang Zheng gently caressed Ainas face and kissed her soft, elegant lips. He was not as crazed as moments ago. This time, he was tender. Bit by bit, he made her his own. At times, men could truly get the hang of things without a teacher. His tongue pried open Ainas lips and chased Ainas small tongue. Complete arrested, Aina could not speak. In the hall, all the male students were distracted. Women who were considered very attractive just moments ago hadpletely lost their charm. It had already been ten minutes and the two people were nowhere in sight. How could it be that a in Earthling could have a conversation with the Princess for a full ten minutes!? Nicoise was fuming mad. He could was on the verge of pping himself. He should never have mentioned that there was a room at the side. "The Princess is too easygoing." "I fear that Professor Gail said something to her. An rewards talent. Perhaps it is to let him migrate to An." "He is just too young. Besides, who knows whether or not he will fade into obscurity in the future? Ans standards are not so sloppy." "That is right!" Wang Zheng and Aina did not stay for too long, because it was too inconvenient here. "Everyone, Wang Zheng and I will first take our leave. d to meet everyone. Feel free to drop by An anytime." Aina smiled. She was angelic and heavenly to the point where no one could reject her. Wang Zheng followed her lead and became elegant. "Princess, please." This demeanor still required a little more effort. By the time everyone started to react, the two had already left. The hall was like a frying pan. "That brat, who knew that he was capable of such sweet words!?" "The Princess is too na?ve. She should not have trusted his nonsense. Even if he had some achievement, she is clearly out of his league." "The Princess has been to Earth. This brat must have used that story to capture the Princess attention." ....A group of men were in deep sorrow. They could tell stories too, and surely in a way that was better than Wang Zheng. There was a coffee room close to the meeting area. Ye Zisu quietly sipped tea and watched television. She enjoyed waits like these. It was not boring to her. An Mei, on the other hand, did not have such patience. She had left to y with Yan Xiaosu. At this moment, the host on television revealed a bright smile. "In thetest news, the uing Milky Way Alliance invited an important guest of honor. She is none other than the An Empires first Princess, Aina An..." On television, Ainas sheer elegance attracted everyones attention. Ye Zisu could only quietly watch. Her gaze revealed a sense of bitterness. As soon as they left the meeting hall, Wang Zheng and Aina both let out sighs of relief. As they made eye contact, a whistle was heard. "Hey, can you guys not be so mushy? Get in the car." Lin Huiyin could barely stand it. The older female cousins intellect was falling. There was no sense of danger in spite of it being Rnd Garros. A car which was maically levitated arrived. Lin Huiyin was in the drivers seat. The little loli was still as cute as ever. "I will drive for a while. You can do whatever you want as long as you know your boundaries. You are not mature adults after all." Lin Huiyin warned. Wang Zheng and Aina could neitherugh nor cry. The divider rose. Lin Huiyin finally started driving the maic car and continued with her businesses. She gave off the vibe of ying the role of a spy in a movie and seemed to be having a lot of fun. Although such soundproofing was really effective, with Lin Huiyin in the front, the two no longer acted as passionately. "Does that girl have a drivers license?" "Dont worry. Apart from being unable to fly a spaceship, she can do everything else," said Aina. The technical training for serving royals was extremelyprehensive. The two had not seen each other in a while, and because of that, they had lots to talk about. To two people in passionate love, any small issue could turn into hour-long conversational topics. Huiyin was lost for words. Initially, she thought shed have a chance to demonstrate her skills since she seldom got to drive. But after a while, she started to get slightly annoyed. How could they have so much to talk about? If not for the time limit of the trip home, Huiyin believed that the two could speak till the end of time. Aina first dropped off Wang Zheng. At the point of departure, the two were still reluctant to separate. Huiyin could longer endure it. "Are you okay? There are still several days to go. I cannot stand to watch this." Lin Huiyin curled her lips. She had seen this scene many times in movies, but she had always wondered... Could hormones really influence the behavior of people to such a great extent? Aina finally went back into the vehicle. The two waved each other goodbye and Wang Zheng, humming a happy tune, made his way back to the hotel. Only with waiting and anticipation would there be greater joy. That was life. "Sister, what were you talking about? What took you so long?" Lin Huiyin was interested in investigating. "Nothing much." Aina was still engrossed in the joy of reuniting with Wang Zheng. At the same time, she was extremely proud of him. This was what she loved about him. He was full of ability but yet still so grounded. This was not feigned. It was his personality. Aina had arrived back at the ceremony. She was surprised at the amount of people present. Looking at the wonderful scene in front of her, if it was anyone else, they would definitely have wanted to show off. However, Wang Zheng remained calm and collected. Deep down, they were both the same in terms of personality. Aina, being a princess, hated people who ced too much emphasis on her status. People ought to be authentic. "Given their current situation, if we give them a hand, he could transfer to a school in An." Aina shook her head gently. "What does it mean when you shake your head? Did you suggest it or did he not acknowledge it?" "I did not say anything. Even if I said it, he would not acknowledge it." "How can that be? Could it be that he does not know the meaning of being part of Ansmunity? Besides, there is no need to keep such a distance. I do not believe this." Huiyin curled her lips. This was not logical. Aina smiled. "He is Wang Zheng." The sensation made Wang Zheng seem like a mysterious prince of Antis. Aina did not give any time for Huiyin to exin. Wang Zheng had his pride and honor. If you liked a boy, there was no need to trade his honor for anything. Indifferent, Lin Huiyin shook her head. She felt that after her sister fell in love with Wang Zheng, her style of handling matters became rather odd. Nevertheless, this was fine, as proximity invited trouble. Their mother in particr could not know about this. When Wang Zheng returned to the hotel, he found Yan Xiaosu alone in the hall waiting for him. "Bro, youre back. Was the gathering interesting?" Yan Xiaosu asked. Wang Zhengughed and pointed at his chest. Others may not understand. Yan Xiaosu stared nkly for a moment before responding, "What, could it be? Gosh, it cannot be, that was fast!" "Lets talk more when we get back." Wang Zheng patted Yan Xiaosus shoulder. Good news ought to be shared. The only person whom he could chat with was Yan Xiaosu. "Ah, I almost forgot. Zisu is still not back," said Yan Xiaosu as he hit his own head. Wang Zheng asked, "Wasnt she with you guys?" "She said she wanted to wait for you. Also... Let me think, oh, right, Menglong Coffeeshop. It is already sote..." "Let me go and find her." Wang Zheng was slightly embarrassed. He did say he would be back in a bit. At that point in time, he did not expect Aina toe. The directions were very clear, but Wang Zheng still took about half an hour before he arrived. Along the window sat a beautifuldy who stared nkly at her cup of coffee. At this moment, the waiter walked over. "Miss, apologies. I am afraid that we are now closed. You see..." Ye Zisu checked the time. "Ah, sorry, may I stay for a while longer?" Perhaps because of this girls beauty, the waiter nodded. "At most, I can let you stay for another half hour. Actually, the person you are waiting for is probably noting." Chapter 179: Girlfriends Chapter 179: Girlfriends Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas A girls heart was particrly sensitive. Ye Zisu knew this as well, but she refused to leave. Wang Zhengs feet stood rooted to the ground, refusing to budge. His muscr stature seemed to be giving Ye Zisu a lot of trouble. Honestly, Yan Xiaosu and Ye Zisu were considered to be Wang Zhengs closest friends. However, he never expected to give Ye Zisu so much trouble. Wang Zheng was not a rock. As he hesitated to leave, Ye Zisu seemed like she could sense Wang Zhengs emotions and turned back, only to see Wang Zheng nkly staring into space. Although she found it slightly strange, she still gave a small smile. "You came." She was like a girlfriend who had waited for very long but still did not re up upon seeing an extremelyte boyfriend. Wang Zheng did not know how to reply. "Lets go." Ye Zisu settled the bill. The young waiter could not help but express a look of admiration. He was surprised that a girl with such good temper could still be found. If it were his girlfriend, after waiting for half a day C no, in fact, no more than ten minutes - she would be headed straight home. "Looks like there will be some surprise at todays gathering," said Ye Zisu in an indistinct tone. Wang Zheng was at a loss for words. Regarding this, should he have rejected her? Wang Zheng believed that this was best for Ye Zisu. However, this would be too undignified for Ye Zisu. After all, she had not confessed. If she were to act in such a way, perhaps they could not even be friends thereafter. This situation was clearly beyond Wang Zheng. He was too close to Ye Zisu. When it came to friends, Wang Zheng simply followed and supported them. Seeing Wang Zhengs stato manner of speech, Ye Zisu could not hold back herughter. "Look at your pensive face, are you afraid that you will fall in love with me?" Wang Zheng almost tripped over himself. "Well, about that. How is it possible? I am not as narcissistic as Tyrant Su." Brother, at crucial times like these, you have to be my shield. "Actually, I do admire you a little bit. I am also very envious of your rtionship with Aina; it does seem like a fairy tale. However, dont you get narcissistic, I will not be worse than you!" Said Ye Zisu with her smile. She put her hand on Wang Zhengs shoulder. "We are close friends after all!" Wang Zheng was sweating. "Can we be brothers?" "That is the same. Lets go." Wang Zheng let out a sigh of relief. Indeed, he had been rather narcissistic as ofte. Ye Zisu articting her impression of him was indeed a friendly expression of care and concern. However, Wang Zheng did not notice Ye Zisus emotional distress. Ye Zisu knew Wang Zheng too well. She knew that he would feel responsible if she fell in love with him and hence decided to settle matters this way. With every step I still miss him I am led in circles by my memories I close my eyes and tear I pretend that nothing is wrong I really miss you, really miss you But yet I deceive myself I really miss you, really miss you Let this be a secret I really miss you Really miss you Let this be buried deep... in my heart This was the voice of a girl. IGs first preliminary round had ended, but who knew when the realpetition would actually begin? A semester had ended on the moon and Moonlight College was now on vacation. This was slightly earlier than that of Earth. Life on the moon indeed had more order and structure. The Eight Stars of the Moon met for a while before leaving individually. Although Atos was now eliminated, they were still the strongest. Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaoxiu both came from the City of Reflection. That was thergest city on the Moon, which used to be always covered in darkness. However, today, it was covered with endless light. There was enough light in stored reserves for endless light and warmth. While going towards the dark side of the Moon, Dong Xiaosa was reading a novel while Pi Xiaoxiu was chatting with his family. "I know, yes, Dong Xiaosa wille over for dinner. Mom and dad will prepare lots of food since he has such arge appetite." "Big eater Dong ising? Bro you should have told me sooner!" A person of small stature passed by. Her eyes were shining bright and she had anky body shape. Although she already possessed the charm of a youngdy, she wore a uniform designed for primary school students... "Be serious! Where is the signed autograph that I asked you to get?" Pi Xiaosiu found this girl to be quite the headache. She looked eighteen even though she was twelve, and she was already a renowned model of the Moon. Yet she was wildly interested in Dong Xiaosa. "Dont worry, given that I am doing it myself, it will not be a problem." Pi Xiaoqian smiled brightly before she was pushed aside by her mother. "Step aside. Is Xiao Dong around? Xiao Qian is still young and immature. In another three years, she will be fine, please be patient..." Reading his novel, Pi Xiaosu tried to stay focused, but he found himself constantly distracted by the slender, attractive body of the little girl! Pi Xiaoxiu hung up on the call and looked at Dong Xiaosa with a smile. "Come by my house for a bit." "Yes, brother-inw. With your charm, I have no choice," Dong Xiaosu said helplessly. "Oh, drop the brother-inw thing. Everyone in your house is a brother-inw!" Pi Xiaoxiu shouted. The train quickly arrived at Radiant City. After getting off, both Pi Xiaoxiu and Dong Xiaosa grew solemn. They were born and bred here, this was their home. "Lets go," said Pi Xiaoxiu. Dong Xiaosa nodded and they both turned off their devices. After half an hour, they found themselves in front of the gates of a school. Radiant 7th High School. The signboard on the gates was absolutely spotless, glistening with light. A hunchbacked old man carried a bucket, pouring water on the gate. There was also a broom by the corner, suggesting that he was ready to sweep the ce clean. Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaoxiu did not speak and immediately began. Dong Xiaosa took the pail from the old man while Pi Xiaoxiu picked up the broom. The two started cleaning. In no time, the campus was cleaned spotlessly by the two. They packed up the cleaning equipment and stood motionless like pirs. "What are you doing here? Go inside." "Yes, Teacher." The two entered the school. Flowers and grass seemed familiar yet foreign. Since it was a break, the school was empty with not a single soul was in sight. The two walked into the fitness room as though as they had been here before. In no time, the old man entered as well and shouted, "Come at me, together." The old man stood therezily, just like any other ordinary old man. However, Dong Xiaosu and Pi Xiaoxiu looked extremely serious. One took the left nk and the other took the right. Theyunched a simultaneous assault on the old man. ng... The old mans posture immediately changed and he started making explosive movements! The three of them exchanged blows. Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaoxiu were in front and behind the old man respectively. The three of them stopped after a few more strikes. The old man nodded as the two of them kneeled down. "Pi Xiaoxiu, you are pretty good. You found your own path. Dong Xiaosa, in the future, your strength should be better controlled. Do not press the assault relentlessly... There is nothing more for me to teach you." "Teacher." "Please rise. Mens knees are made of gold. Apart from parents and ancestors, as long as you have not been shot in the knee, dont you dare to kneel down." Dong Xiaosaughed heartily. "Even if I have been shot, I will not kneel. I will just lie down." The old man teased, "Such a glib tongue. Come, have drinks with me." Dong Xiaosa quietly retrieved two bottles of wine from his bag. "Oh, a hundred-year brew, good wine." "This bottle was brought by me." Dong Xiaosa was getting impatient. "I am not old and confused. You loudmouth, this mustve been brought by Xiaoxiu. Lets go, I am feeling good today. I will make a few dishes for you to taste." Three rooms and a living room. The old man lived alone with not much items, evidently leading a simple life. However, Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaosu both knew that in the bedroomy a safe that held many military documents. This included some which represented achievements of the highest honor and heroic reditations. The old man was once a famous military figure, but for some reason, he now stayed in such a ce. The two did not know how far did they had to go in order to be this old mans disciples. The three of them drank not using sses but bowls. It was refreshingly enjoyable. There was no need to pressure each other to drink or have pleasant toasts. They just drank based at their own pace, to their own liking. Dong Xiaosa had weak alcohol tolerance. After two bowls, he went off to rest on the sofa. Pi Xiaoxiu and the old man drank happily, getting even more excited as they continued to drink. The old man started getting excited. He pointed at Pi Xiaoxiu. "You little brat, excellent in many things, but justcking ambition." "Lets drink and be silly. Life is short. Teacher, why bother fighting? Let us all just be happy." Pi Xiaoxiuughed. "Teacher, if you want to pin your hopes on him, you might as well count on me," said Dong Xiaosa as he pointed as himself. "Well, if it were you, I would just have meat shield to block a bullet." "Teacher, please do not show such preferential treatment. You must be drunk. Let me help you finish." As soon as he finished his words, he immediately took the wine from the old man. "Little brat, how dare you steal an old mans wine! Even if you bring another ten jars, I will finish them all!" Both the old man and youngster were in no shape to fight over liquor. Earth, in the deep ends of the Antic, on an unknowntitudey a small ind that was not visible on the map. Cronos 1 Ind. The Cronos familys im to the ind extended nearly two hundred nautical miles. On the ind, there was a group of soldiers undergoing strict training. The intensity was no less than IGs training camp. In fact, it was arguably tougher. Therey the Cronos private army. Among the group of people, the fatty was particrly noteworthy. He was out of breath. From the looks of it, he seemed like he would faint anytime during the course of training. However, he managed to endure until this point. The fatty was Luo Fei. He thought he could finally rx during the holiday. Lears call imed that he was on the way to a private resort. The fatty was particrly excited. He put on his swimming trunks and boarded the ship Lear had sent. In the end... This was a fake vacation ind! It was clearly a training ground! The swimming trunks he prepared was finally of use. When there was still another hundred nautical miles before reaching the ind, the fatty was thrown off the ship, forcing him to swim over! If one had to swim, then one would do their best to swim, especially after one had been through IGs training camp. They were used to it, after all. Even swimming across a hundred nautical miles would not be a problem. However, as soon as the fatty stepped on the ind and barely had a sip of water, he had been allocated into a training squad. Training immediately began and it was arguably worse than IG. Nevertheless, the fatty was aware that this ind was the Cronos familys secret military base. From this point on, he has been integrated into Lears fold and had be a true member. In a way, Lear was now developing the strength of the people below him. Chapter 180: Awakening the Demon Chapter 180: Awakening the Demon Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was very difficult because the Chronos family was too big. It was so big that they did not even need to attract any outside talent for their key operations. All personnel involved in their key operations were their own people. Who were their own people? These were people who were selected from a young age by the Chronos family to cultivate. Some of them were even from families who served the Chronos family for generations, and these families by themselves were highly influential families in Europe. The Chronos family now had reached a stage of development where they were like the sovereigns from medieval times. The foundation of a familys influence and power was simply its connections. In Europe, any family with some influence would have some sort of connection to the Chronos family. Some were subordinate families; they were something like stewards to the lords. Some families were connected by profit, which without Chronos support, would weaken and fall immediately. For an outsider like Luo Fei, it was extremely difficult to integrate into such a massive family. Other members were not that friendly towards Luo Fei despite Lears orders. Even if they gave Luo Fei a smile, it was usually cold or sarcastic. A superficial smile was already considered a good attitude. Luo Fei, on the other hand, did not mind. He liked being alone and free. At night, Lear joined everyone in their training. In the Chronos family, the position of being the Chronos familys heir would not bring to him any preferential treatment. In fact, it was the opposite. His training was double the amount of others. He had to lead by example. This was the way that he would gain the respect of others. He wanted them to understand that it was not only his identity that made it worth it for them to follow him, but that they could only survive or have a future by following him. And it showed that whoever worked against him would die. Here, Lear did not need to hide anything. Whatever he did was enough to scare anyone to death. Other than being speechless, Luo Fei hoped that his days would be more rxed. Competing was too tiring. It was 2230 in the local time, and all training had ended. Everyone entered a vi. The vi was filled with everything that could fulfill any human desires.... Beauties, handsome men, delicacies, the inte...There was everything, it was just like...No, this was heaven! Everyone enjoyed these immensely. However, it was evident that everyones eyes were strong and unwavering. They enjoyed themselves but did not lose themselves in their enjoyment. When they enjoyed, they could be like the noble families, reading poems and having fun. When they were serious, they could spend three days three nights buried in mud, without any sleep. Luo Feis saliva was about to drip out of his mouth. Good food and beauties, especially those mature beauties... Lear blocked Luo Feis view. "You like it?" "Yes, very much!" "Im giving you one week to reach the first level." Lear threw a book at Luo Fei. At this moment, everyone surrounding them looked over immediately. Obviously, this book was nothing ordinary. Swallowing, Luo Fei looked at the cover and saw only an ancient, small word: "Saint". To Fatty, the two things most painful in life were training and reading. He was not born to study. Once he looked at words, he would feel faint. He heard that this was the Word Fainting Syndrome. However, he understood the meaning behind this thing. It was the legendary form of power, Gongfa! However, not everyone could master Gongfa. Some would study it for a lifetime and still failed to produce even a fart. Hence, Gongfa became less and less known. Some even suspected that it was something fabricated from novels. Since it came from Lear, it mustve been real. Gongfa and Ability X were the same. They both existed. However, to ask him to reach the first level of something he had never even heard of before in just one week was, no matter how optimistic, something that could not be achieved even if he gave up his life. "Boss, what if...I cant do it?" Luo Fei summoned the courage to ask. He really did not want to bargain with Boss...But Fatty always knew his own limits. Then, as expected, Lear gave him a faint smile. He patted Fatty on the shoulder. "You know what will happen." Fatty shivered. He preferred it when Lear was fiercer. If he was fierce, it would mean that he was satisfied. When he smiled like this, it would mean that he was unsatisfied with his response. Fatty hid in a corner to study the book. After half a day, he was on the verge of tears. He recognized all the words, but when they were arranged in sentences, he had no idea what they meant. It was like reading a holy scripture... Oh, God, please save me. In the room.... Lear walked out of the gravitational room covered with sweat. He stepped into a gigantic strengthening canister filled with a pale green liquid that was carefully prepared. While it looked ordinary, it was the essence of Mankinds technology. Whatever strengthening method that required invasive technology that involved genealogy directly was foolish, especially if it was for a fully grown human body. Strengthening needed to be achieved in steps. What was prepared for Lear was definitely the best. In todays world, if he wanted to be a conqueror, the first condition he had to fulfill was having a body that was strong enough, that lived long enough. "Young Master, to give him the Gongfa now, isnt it too early?" Drupe asked respectfully. When Lear inherited the Gongfa, it meant that he would not only be the heir in name, but that he held the real power to make decisions. This Gongfa was never passed to someone outside the family before. If this was in the past, such an act was definitely impossible. Lear nced at him. "To achieve the impossible, you need to learn how to give up some things." "Understood, Young Master..." The old butler had yet toplete his sentence when his Skylink lit up. It was an emergency. After looking down for a second, the old butler frowned. He quickly reported, "Chefman and Clevn are applying for ess to the third phase of the Gongfa again. Theyst applied one week ago. ording to the rules, they should be applying only one month after the previous failed application. What are your orders, Young Master?" Lear looked at Drupe. "Are they thinking that its not worth letting Luo Fei get the entire Gongfa in one go?" Drupes eyes lit up. "Young Master, you mean to....?" When one became part of the Chronos family, ones life would never belong to oneself again. It would belong to the master of the Chronos family. "What can they do about it? So what if I give them the full set of the Gongfa?" Lear smiled. Those Gongfas for subordinates were not only the simplified version, but also only part of the full set of the Gongfa. Drupe nodded. "Yes, Young Master." At that moment, Drupe understood what Lear wanted to do. Judging from Lears style, it was either that he choose to turn a blind eye and not act, or if he chose to act, Atos would have died then, back during the first IG training. This Fatty had yet to kill anyone. Three dayster. "Follow me." An old man who looked like a ghost said as he appeared in front of Luo Fei. Fatty disliked this creepy old man. However, everyone on the ind knew that this old man was the general manager. He had a lot of authority. Fatty would even call him the "Head of Eunuchs" behind his back. Drupe brought him straight to a huge door. On this door were two door panels, the left painted ck and the right painted white. "Go in." "Haha, erm, Mr. General Manager, what is inside? Actually, I dont have many requests, no, I dont have any requests. Do you think I can..." Looking at the door, he could smell blood. Fatty really did not want to enter, but at the next moment, he was already lifted up and thrown into the door like a ball. "What are you doing?" "Ah! Its very painful. Stop hitting me! If you want anything, we can talk it out. Whatever that you want, I can give it to you. Please dont do this..." There were multiple screams. Outside the door, Drupe stood quietly. The wrinkles on his face were like carvings on a marble statue. They did not move even a bit. After a while, the screams stopped. It became very quiet inside. When the door opened and light shined in, Fatty was kneeling on the floor covered in blood. He could not stop shivering. Lear walked in slowly and stood in front of Luo Fei. Luo Fei raised his head. "I did not mean to kill anyone. I did not mean to kill anyone." Lear, who had mysophobia, was not at all disgusted by Fatty, who was covered in blood. He carried Luo Fei up. His eyes were shining with an unnatural brightness. "From today onwards, youll be my right hand man. Those who follow me will prosper, and those who dont will die!" On the floor were two people who had been torn into pieces C the method was incredibly cruel. This was not something anyone normal could do. There was a type of person who used a weak appearance to trap the demons housed within them. A demon king was required to wake these demons up. "Good evening,dies and gentlemen! I am Xiao Yu. Behind me is the 136th Milky Way Alliance University Science Contribution Award Ceremony site. This ceremony is the first in thest 10 years to have this many VIPs attending." The outfield emcee, Xiao Yu, said excitedly. It was the norm for past award ceremonies to be attended by one or two scientific authorities. Usually, those attending had students who won the highest contribution award. However, Xiao Yu was not to me for being excited this time. Xiao Fei was no doubt a VIP, and she attracted the attention of various media outlets. The titan of the physics world, Dong Xuewu, was here as well. It was rumored that there was some conflict between Dong Xuewu and Xiao Fei. However, looking at the scene, Dong Xuewu came despite knowing that it was Xiao Feis student who had won the highest award. This was a show of respect. Looks like the rumors were not true. Other than that, more than 10 authorities of various fields were present. This was indeed rare. "My god! I actually see Professor Sia. Shes not only the authority in Bioengineering, she rarely attends such events. Shes actually here. I cannot miss this interview chance." Xiao Yu immediately ran up to the professor. "Professor Sia, good evening, Im a reporter from the Milky Way Magazine. During my university days as a bioengineering major, I was also your idol. Oh, no, no, Im your fan." Sia smiled and pushed her sses. "So you switched careers to be a reporter?" Xiao Yus face turned red. She quickly bowed. "My mathematics was not good enough. Actually, I really loved this profession." "Haha, youngdy, I was just joking. No matter what work you do, as long as you like it, its the best." Xiao Yuughed happily. "Professor, I didnt think that you would be here. I thought that you would..." "Well, did you think that I would always be cooped up in theboratory? Haha, actually, if there is any award ceremony with some real meaning, its worth attending." Professor Siaughed. Xiao Yu was surprised. Professor Sia, as well as numerous authorities from the science world, had been critical of such award ceremonies as they were not productive. Perhaps this times award ceremony had some meaning to it? Or? It was rumored that there was a huge debate regarding the winner for this times highest award. Chapter 181: Getting to the Root of the Problem Chapter 181: Getting to the Root of the Problem Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The keen sense of a reporter allowed her to detect the subtle difference in atmosphere. It was rumoured that the Princess of An would be arriving. This may be a proud aplishment for the event organisers, but to the science world, this may not be the case. The award ceremony was bing more and more like an entertainment show. {erhaps the reason why everyone was gathering was that... Just as she was thinking, sounds of discussion came from the entrance. Everyone turned back and was shocked. Mu Fengchun and Gail arrived. As the most influential scientist of todays era, Mu Fengchuns arrival attracted all the attention and media. Dong Xuewu was still speaking when, in a sh, everyone disappeared. A group of people blocked the passage way. Who was Senior Mu? There were too many legends about him. He had opened a small scientist club at Rnd Garros where only the top scientists of the Milky Way Alliance could join. At Rnd Garros, he had an authority no lesser than that of the Milky Way Alliance Chairman. Also, it was rumoured that he was the winner of this times Mathematics Nobel Prize. This was already his third consecutive win. There was none like him, and this was not because of his fame, but because of the honor that he gained from solving difficult problems relentlessly. Facing the media, Senior Mu smiled. "Everyone, the main characters for today are the youths that will lead mankinds future. Its no use taking pretty pictures of my old face." The reportersughed. Senior Mu was known as a man of his word in their profession as well. They quickly made way. More and more media arrived at the ceremony site. The ordinary Milky Way Alliance Contribution Award Ceremony became grander with the appearance of the most famous titan in the science world today, and the Princess from An. It made the uing Nobel Prize award ceremony three months from now seem inconsequential. When it was almost time for the ceremony to start, there were no empty seats. After all, this was not an entertainment establishment. Hence, once the ceremony was about to start, the media would restrain themselves. This was one of the most sacred establishments of mankind. Mankind was able to conquer the Milky Way, the key to conquering the gxy, by relying on the contribution of scientists. This was mankinds power. It was no exaggeration to say that this was the most valuable resource of mankind. Those around Wang Zheng were youths of around the same age. Some were excited, some were nervous, and there were some who stood proud. Regardless, those seated here represented ability. Unconsciously, Wang Zheng felt as though his soul was leaving his body again. He was a little surprised. This was not a battle situation, so why would there be such a sentiment? Science was just another type of battlefield, another type of lifestyle. It could not be described by words, but it was obviously much moreplicated than the usual battles. Wang Zheng was a sensitive person in nature. The youths around him were all in a hyper excited mood and proud looks were being exchanged. Wang Zheng, who was sensitive to the mood, could naturally blend in. To be frank, he himself was not very excited. Science was not his aspiration. At the same time, he felt that this was all Old Merchants work. He was at the most a messenger. However, the strong resolve of the youths surrounding him had a unique effect on him. It seemed to amplify what he was experiencing. At this moment, Wang Zheng could feel the power of Rnd Garros. This seemed like it did not have much power on the outside. Perhaps it possessed the most powerful fighting power, or hid even countless secrets. Yet, despite all this, all Wang Zheng felt was emptiness. When human technology reached a certain stage, the power of nature was suppressed. At this point, Wang Zheng seemed to understand something. Wasnt Ability X the power that was birthed from the fusion of human beings themselves and nature? The sounds around him were blocked out. Wang Zheng was in an ethereal state again. Enlightenment, at the simplest level of understanding, was an achievement of the peak superposition of brain waves! One by one, the awards were given out in the hall. The atmosphere of the award ceremony was extremely high because of the appearance of so many big shots. At this moment, Xie Yating just started walking down the stage, her whole body trembling. She tried her best to calm down, but the person who was presenting her award was Professor Zhuang Wuyun! This was something that she did not even dream of. Her mind was nk. She could not even remember what she had just said. When she returned to her seat, she was already soaked in sweat and her legs were soft and wobbly. Subconsciously, she raised her head and looked at Wang Zheng, who was sitting diagonally across..... Was this person spacing out? Actually, the main characters this time were no longer the young students. Princess Aina and those big shots were the hot topics of discussion. "Ladies and gentlemen, its time for the most important award tonight. I believe that everyone has been waiting for it. Now, lets invite our most special guest, the first princess of An, Princess Aina." Immediately, the heartiest round of apuse erupted from the audience. No matter how she looked from the outside, Aina An was the symbol of wlessness. She could be the hottest topic of discussion just by appearing in public. Princess Aina took on a friendly, peace-loving image. She advocated for peaceful expansion and supported charities. At the same time, she visited Earth and promoted her political ideals. It would be difficult for people to ignore such a cute little princess Aina walked out. She was dressed simply, in formal clothes. She was not wearing any essories. In front of science, any decorations were vulgar. Not surprising, once Aina appeared, she attracted everyones attention. She was that beautiful and elegant. All of them thought that Princess Aina would appear grandly dressed, but she was dressed simply. Such a contrast made her even more attractive. She was elegant but not proud. Wang Zhengs attention then shifted toward Aina. The strange thing was that although he did not leave that peculiar state of mind, his soul rushed towards Aina. Aina walked onto the stage. She blushed suddenly, because at that moment, she felt herself being surrounded by a loving feeling. This feeling was so familiar, so strong, and so warm. Such a feeling could onlye from one particr person. This sudden feeling disappeared quickly. Aina suppressed her excitement. "The highest contribution award for the 136th University Science Contribution Award goes to... Wang Zheng from Earths Ares College!" Immediately, the audience erupted into loud apuse and cheers. Everyone stood up. At this moment, Wang Zheng woke up from his peculiar state. "Wang Zheng, congrattions." "Thanks." It was a simple exchange, but the moment they shook hands, they shared a feeling of warmth and happiness that could only be understood between them. Everything was unspoken. Xiao Fei and Marcuss apuse were the loudest. Wang Zheng deserved this award. He lived up to its name. The emcee smiled and asked, "Wang Zheng, how are you feeling right now? Is there anything you want to say?" Wang Zheng smiled. He did not expect to be asked to say something. He looked at his trophy. "Is this pure gold?" The air stilled for a moment. Shortly after, everyone burst into happyughter. Rhode, the emcee,ughed too. "Wang Zheng, you are so humorous. Its only gold ted, but the most important part is in its meaning. Is there anything else that you would like to say?" Wang Zheng smiled and said, "I have nothing else to say." Rhode was stunned at first, then he smiled. "Let us use our warmest apuse to congratte Wang Zheng again." "This country bumpkin!" Nicoise could not resistmenting. No one noticed that Aina, who was always smiling, was looking at Wang Zheng tenderly. It was unexpected that the winner of the highest award had nothing to say. This also meant that the award ceremony hade to an end. However, the emcee received a notification on his call card. Rhode was stunned for a second before letting out a big smile. "Ladies and gentlemen, students, I have just received some news. And just right now, I would like to borrow this asion to announce, from the Milky Way Science Committee, that Professor Dong Xuewu has made an amazing contribution to the Space Moving Idea. He has perfected the exnation for the Transference upon Curvature Convection Theory. This is the greatest aplishment in thest 10 years. Professor Dong Xuewu is here with us today. Let us wee Professor Dong toe up on stage and give some advice to the youngsters present here. The audience apuded enthusiastically, while Xiao Fei and her group looked at each other. How did this happen? She had only revealed a little at the gathering that day. She was prepared to submit the suggestion after the award ceremony. How did it be Dong Xuewu? Mu Fengchun and Gail looked at each other. They saw anger in each others eyes. "Idiot Dong is getting out of hand. How could he do such an embarrassing thing? Let me teach him a lesson!" Gail was a famous hot head. He was pulled back by Mu Fengchun, who was beside him. Basically, Mu Fengchun had already understood the process. No wonder Dong Xuewu had left the gathering so quickly. He thought that Dong was embarrassed, but little did he know, Dong was going back to expand on Xiao Feis suggestion. Well, this was actually the same as the logic in the story of the standing egg. When you had not thought of it, however you hard you thought, you would not get the answer. Once you understood, based on Dong Xuewus ability, he could solve it within this short period of time. Ignoring his character, he did have a high level of ability. This guy had definitely worked overtime to submit the work specifically at this time. This was not considered giarism. The reasoning would have to be done by himself. Xiao Feis face was a little pale. She wanted to help Wang Zheng at that time. She did not expect that Dong Xuewu would do such a thing, to take things to this extent. On the stage, Dong Xuewu was immediately the center of attention. Dong Xuewu and Xiao Fei had their differences for quite some time. His position was threatened, especially when Xiao Fei had a breakthrough for Spatial Transmission. He had been looking for trouble with Xiao Fei ever since. This time, Dong Xuewu had finally made the strongesteback. At the same time, it was evidence of his ability. On the stage, Dong Xuewu spoke eloquently, giving a long speech on how he hade up with the idea, how difficult it was, and how to be creative. Wang Zheng really did not want to do anything at such an event. However, it was intolerable. He knew very well how hard Xiao Fei and Marcuss team had been working for this period of time. However, it was all destroyed in this moment. Xiao Fei bit her lip. This was not about profit, but about the hard work of the whole team going to waste. She did not believe that just in two days, Dong Xuewu could produce any good quality reasoning. However, he was the first to propose such reasoning. Anyones work submittedter, however good it was, would only be considered as working from Dongs idea. Not only that, this was also a problem of patents. The whole project could be affected. On the stage, Dong Xuewu was in high spirits. His voice became louder and louder. His mood became even better, especially after he observed the expressions of the audience. Chapter 182: A Fatal Blow Chapter 182: A Fatal Blow Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The apuse did not stop. Xiao Fei and Marcus group was angry, but now they looked even angrier. Mu Fengchun and Gail were experienced scientists. They knew that the problem did not lie in theck of witnesses. They were present too, but that was useless. The reasoning was definitely done by Dong Xuewu himself. Besides, you may im that you have thought of the idea first, but he could say that he had been researching it since long ago. It was just that he did not make any official announcement. Everyone had the right to announce their research first. Of course, those who were aware of the circumstances all knew that this time around, Dong Xuewu, this old man, was being too shameless. "Xiao Fei, calm down, we do not have any evidence. If we quarrelled with him, we would be giving him an advantage over us." Marcus was, after all, older. He mightve been angry, but he was still rational. The excitement of the audience and the weird expressions of the group of scientists formed a great contrast. To Dong Xuewu, he did not care at all. This was a chance C a chance that he had grabbed. "Xiao Fei, I heard that you were working hard in this direction too. You are wee to visit me at my school when you are free for any further discussions. I am always willing to help younger scientists." Dong Xuewu said while looking at Xiao Fei. He was showing his generosity and good attitude as a senior. He did it on purpose to provoke Xiao Fei. If you could not stand the provocation and exploded, you would be losing face in front of the whole world. Provoking your opponent was no doubt the oldest and most effective way to deliver a blow to your opponent. What Dong Xuewu wanted to do was to give Xiao Fei this one fatal blow. Xiao Fei clenched her fist and her facial expression changed. She was not one who was good at hiding her feelings. Also, she was still young and hot-headed. She was not willing to go down quietly and let Dong Xuewu benefit from her work. The facial expressions of Mu Fengchun and the others also changed. Dong Xuewu was too much. Not only had he snatched other peoples ideas, but he also wanted to challenge them face to face. Gail wanted to stand up, but Mu Fengchun pulled him down again. "Old Mu, why are you pulling me, let me whack this asshole. You guys want face, I dont want mine!" "Look." Mu Fengchun pointed at Wang Zheng. At this moment, Wang Zheng was walking towards the stage. All the attention was immediately focused on the winner of tonights highest award. Looks like he was going to get justice for his teacher! The eyes of all the reporters at the event started to shine. This would be news! The problem was what was he, who did not seem to speak too eloquently, going to do? Fight? Dong Xuewu looked at Wang Zheng and smiled. "Young chap, do you have any thoughts? Its a pity you are Xiao Feis student. A gentleman never snatches someone elses love. If you want me to be your teacher, you will have to get Xiao Feis agreement first." This offer not only carried a lot of underlying meanings, but was also a sarcasticment on the rtionship between Wang Zheng and Xiao Fei. If it was an average young person who heard thisment, they might have already burst in anger. However, Wang Zheng simply smiled innocently. "Professor Dong, youre making a very serious mistake. I cant help but want to correct this mistake." Dong Xuewu smiled slightly. "Oh? Please go ahead." The audience immediately started discussing. Xiao Feis student was going to challenge Dong Xuewu! Wang Zheng turned to face the audience. He walked to the front of the stage, and in just that moment, the Wang Zheng now seemed like a different person. "Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, actually, this theory presented by Professor Dong was raised by Teacher Xiao Fei and Teacher Marcus a long time ago." Wang Zheng had yet to finish when Dong Xuewu, who was standing beside him, interrupted him. "Haha, are you trying to say that I learned my theory from Xiao Fei? Haha, when I started researching physics, Xiao Fei was just a small child." Dong Xuewu knew that Wang Zheng would say that. Even if there were witnesses that day, so what? Xiao Fei only mentioned that little bit of information. Besides, he was the authority in physics, so in this situation where the involved party, Xiao Fei, could not represent herself, no one else could help her. Disputes were popr in academia. Xiao Fei and Dong Xuewu had been fighting for a long time in Spatial Physics. Recently, Xiao Fei had a breakthrough, and now, Dong Xuewu was retaliating. Actually, Dong Xuewu had expressed his doubts over Xiao Feis breakthrough in scientific journals. It was just that Xiao Fei was able to provide evidenceter, so he had no choice but to shut up. Perhaps it was an attempt by Xiao Fei to return the favour and damage Dong Xuewus reputation? This student did not have enough authority to do so. Wang Zheng shook his head and looked at Dong Xuewu very sincerely. "Professor Dong, I remember that Teacher Xiao Fei raised the question of Transference upon Curvature Convection for everyone to discuss at the gathering yesterday. At that time, Teacher Mu and Teacher Gail, all of them were there, and we have already refuted the question. Why are you taking it out again?" Dong Xuewus facial expression changed slightly. This rascal knew how to look for support. However, it was too much. What refute? Who dared to refute? Mu Fengchun and his friends did not have such ability. They were not experts in physics. "Rascal, who instructed you to say such things? Is it Xiao Fei? How dare you!" Dong Xuewu said angrily. "Theories are debatable. That is the norm. However, it is hical to use underhanded methods." "Little Dong, be patient and let Wang Zheng finish. We did raise this issue before." Mu Fengchun said suddenly, continuing the conversation. He had doubts in his heart, but his instincts told him that this kid, Wang Zheng, was not one who would speak without thinking. "I agree. You have lived for so long, why are you still afraid of a students idea? No wonder you ran so quickly that night." Gailughed. Immediately, the sounds of discussion became louder. Everyone had guessed a little about what was going on. Most likely, Dong Xuewu imed what was discussed at the gathering and announced the results as his own research. The truth was not important. The reporters needed a topic. "Haha, this rascal is saying that Im building on the wisdom of others. Now I want to see what his version of the truth is!" Dong Xuewu said angrily. Wang Zhengughed. "Actually, Transference upon Curvature Convection is nothing significant. Just like the story of the standing egg, it is simply a brain teaser. If we invest too much energy in this direction, it will only be wasted. Under Teacher Xiao Feis leadership, we have progressed to stage two for the study on Transference upon Curvature Convection. Teacher Xiao Fei, even though you were nning to announce only after we perfected the study, with so many authorities from different fields present here today, why dont we present it for everyone to discuss? This will benefit our progress in theter stages of the study." Xiao Fei and Marcus looked at each other..... There was noter stage in the study. Wang Zheng knew of the progress of the entire project. Xiao Fei did not know why, but she became more confident when she looked at Wang Zhengs smile. "Yes, you can represent me and share our thoughts with everyone. Science belongs to the whole of humanity. It is not a tool for people topete for prestige and profits." Xiao Fei was not one to be bullied easily. Immediately, she threw the insult back at Dong Xuewu. The key point was that she did not think that in such a fight, Senior Mu and Gail would be on their side. "In the first stage, we solved the problem of location in Spatial Movement under Curvature Constant Velocity. This basic deduction itself was based on the transmission between Constant Velocity and Hyper Velocity Ships. Hence, in the second stage, we naturally advanced in that direction for our study. Everyone knows that once we have entered the state of Hyper Velocity, space then will differ from our conventional understanding of space. Our transmission will then lead to the problem of material conversion. In other words, if we wanted to build a Hyper Velocity Transmission Suite, at the point of transmission, we would have to increase the speed of the Suites space to hyper velocity. Vice versa, transmission under Curvature Constant Velocity runs on the same reasoning. We would have to decrease the speed of the transmission space. Regarding our deductions, the base of our theory uses the Mu Five Dimensions Reaction Mechanism, as well as the Kemule Material Conversion Law simultaneously. " As he said this, Wang Zhengs Skylink lit up and a holographic screen popped out. Wang Zheng started to deduce. The audience was quiet. Those who did not understand, those who understood, and those who understood a little, all of them were staring silently at the confident young man on the stage. There was such a youngster in this world? He dared to discuss freely, in front of authorities from various fields, the most difficult question in the physics world today. At the start, there were people who could understand, but as the forme andws started toplicate, you could count on one hand the number of those present who could still understand. Within the deduction, there was a number ofplicated mathematicalws. Actually, in the science world, the process of deduction was most important to provide a perfect reasoning for the Mu Reaction Theory. It was only in understanding the process that the theory could be tranted to reality and put to practical use. Mu Fengchun and the others had already walked up the stage. None of them spoke a word. At first, Dong Xuewu was full of disdain; however, as he watched, his face darkened. As for the students below the stage, they already could not understand. Xiao Fei and Marcus were totally engrossed in the deductions. It was obvious that they were not involved in the deductions at all. Wang Zheng, this rascal, usually just listened at theboratory. Who would have thought that he was not idling and had already achieved such a great breakthrough? The second stage was still a little difficult for Wang Zheng. He had spent quite a long time to convert it to part of his ideas. Actually, he had not solved thest part yet, so he could only deduce half of it. It was as though time did not exist. As Wang Zheng was working out his reasoning, two hours passed, and he had already used fiverge screens. When Wang Zhengpleted his work, he heaved a big sigh of relief. He had finallypleted another mission. No matter what, he could not allow Idiot Dong to bully Teacher Xiao Fei. Wang Zheng had finished writing. However, the professors present were still standing still. Those who had reached a certain stage in academia would have a strong foundation in mathematics. They could understand about 70-80% of it. Wang Zheng had used more than 10 of todays top theories. Within included techniques from engineering because the increase in speed for the transmission suite would lead to a material conversation. After a long time, Mu Fengchun let out a breath. "Xiao Fei, you guys are too outstanding! This will be the biggest scientific breakthrough of the century. This years highest Nobel prize should be awarded to you guys!" Xiao Fei was the fastest to gain an understanding of the whole reasoning, because she had been following the study from the start. Also, she was able to follow Wang Zhengs train of thought. Actually, this rascal had hinted during their research before, but obviously, hecked the final step. But now the whole process was almostpleted, and it would be easy to simply work out thest bit. Wang Zheng scratched his head. "Teacher, Im sorry. Ive yet to understand thest part." Xiao Fei smiled. "Well be making an official announcement for thest part before the end of the next month. This time, the issue at hand is too broad. It stretches across many fields of studies. Here, I sincerely invite everyone to the announcement. Teacher Mu, you promised toe." Mu Fengchunughed heartily and patted Wang Zheng. "Iming just because of this kid. I forgot to tell everyone. This newest and perfect reasoning for the Five Dimension Reaction Theory was not done by me, but by this kid. Little Dong, next time dont be so anxious and leave halfway. You should stay and listen to the end of the discussion before making a decision to prevent such a situation from happening again." Chapter 183: Tryst Chapter 183: Tryst Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Mu Fengchuns words were much more trustworthy. Those at the ceremony could understand the gist of what had happened. Dong Xuewu had taken what Xiao Fei and her group were discussing to be a precious breakthrough and had fought to announce it as his own work. In reality, they were discussing the problems in their theory. Xiao Fei was being kind and did not expose him on the spot. If not for Dong Xuewus continuous provocation, perhaps they were even considering leaving him with that bit of face. Dong Xuewu was the cause of his own embarrassment! After he set things right, Wang Zheng quickly made space for Xiao Fei and Mu Fengchun. In such a situation, there would not be many questions about the reasoning. Actually, Xiao Fei and Senior Mu were honest people. They talked mainly about the general direction of their coboration. Old Mu, Gail, and their friends would not be interested in the usual normal project. Wang Zheng could not stand answering such meaningless questions, so he rejected all interviews and hid away. Luckily, Xiao Fei and her group were present, and everyone had a direction. This huge contribution would directly affect theter Milky Way Alliance Nobel Prize. If the whole reasoning was epted, Xiao Fei would be winning the highest award. Comparing Dong Xuewu and Mu Fengchun in such a simr situation, Mu Fengchuns generosity and character outshone Dong Xuewu. People would not take Mu Fengchun lightly based on the fact that he did not receive the highest award. On the contrary, he would be more respected. This was the model attitude for the science world. People would get old, and the new generation would have to inherit their positions. "Xiao Fei, you have a good student." Old Mu smiled. Xiao Fei gave a knowing smile. She knew that she could not hide it from Senior Mu. "This is the fortune of humanity." Mu Fengchun nodded. He was puzzled when Xiao Fei credited her student for the work, but now he knew that this showed Xiao Feis selflessness. "I might have to dy you for a bitter on. We should discuss our coboration. The reasoning is still iplete. However, its almost done. We just need to work a little harder for thest part. Its just that the research crosses over into too many fields of study." "Then we will have to depend on your charisma." "Haha, you are now a member of Coffee, so you do not need me. You can approach the people that you need directly. Of course, Wang Zheng, that rascal, is a great kid. Hes just a littlezy. If you dont motivate him, he will not be willing to give it his all. I heard that he wants to be a soldier. How can he do that?" Mu Fengchun said. Poor Wang Zheng, he did not know that his disy of talent would bring more opposition to his ideal upation, and this was not a small opposing force. "Yes, he passed the IG selection. Im also having a headache over this," Xiao Fei said. "How about this: I will prepare and visit Ares College to enhance the atmosphere," Mu Fengchun said. Xiao Fei was surprised at hearing his suggestion. "That would be great!" Xiao Fei also thought that the reason Wang Zheng wanted to be a mech warrior was because of the military school atmosphere of Ares College. If they could improve the sentiment towards the sciences, perhaps it would change his mind. The atmosphere and environment were quite important. You could imagine how important Wang Zheng was to Mu Fengchun and Gail. Wang Zheng was hiding from all the attention when the door opened quietly. An attractive figure entered carefully. Before she could turn her head, she was enveloped into a hug. Aina had a shock. Before she knew, a kissnded on her mouth. She rxed upon recognizing that familiar scent. The award ceremony had ended. This also meant that Wang Zheng had to go back. To Aina, Wang Zhengs embrace was no doubt the safest and warmest. Aina was watching from the side while he showed off his ability again, though unintentionally. She knew that Wang Zheng would never allow Dong Xuewu to humiliate Xiao Fei and Marcus, but she could not think of any way to stop it. However, Wang Zheng had easily beaten Dong Xuewu. An revered the courageous, except that they were different from the Arbiter Empire, who revered power only. An looked up to the courageous and chivalrous. In Ainas heart, Wang Zheng was such a warrior, regardless of his field of study. "Dont idolize me too much, or you will be sad when Im not around," Wang Zheng teased. Ainas gentle gaze was melting him. "I want to idolize you. Should I not? Is Wang Zheng not willing to take in a little fan like me?" Aina said cheekily. "I really want to carry you away in my pocket," Wang Zheng said from his heart. To other people, her status as a princess may be an honor, but to him, at times, he really wished Aina was simply Aina. Ainas twinkly eyes seemed to see through Wang Zhengs thoughts. "In front of you, Im always Aina. I believe in you. Anyway, distance makes the heart fonder. This way, you will think of me every day!" Wang Zheng could not hold back his smile. "You are even prettier without the distance." After staying with Tyrant Su and An Mei for a while, Wang Zheng learned how to flirt a little. Aina was stunned for a second before seeing Wang Zhengs grin. Then she understood immediately and gave him a light punch. "Hmph, anyway, you can only think of me. Dont get tempted by all those pretty girls surrounding you!" Looking at Aina, Wang Zhengs smile widened. "Sigh, you were the only one who noticed me early. Im so awesome. I entered this rtionship too early." Their eyes met again as they continued their conversation. It was as though they had eyes only for each other. After that affectionate moment, Aina leaned on Wang Zhengs chest. "When are we going to meet again?" "It wont be long. I heard that thepetition for the Milky Way IG will be held at An. I will be attending as Earths representative," Wang Zheng said. To be honest, Wang Zheng was a little tempted by Gails words. The problem was that that way, Wang Zheng would no longer be Wang Zheng anymore. If he lost himself, what would be left? "Ill wait for you." Xiao Fei and her group expended quite some effort with the media before they could leave. The award ceremony had a dramatic and perfect ending. When she wanted to look for the most valuable contributor for today, she could not find Wang Zheng. Marcuss smile was so wide that many of his wrinkles had disappeared. Actually, Marcus was not really famous. At the most, people would have heard of him, but that was the extent. However, through this project, especially after this time, he finally got the chance to stand proud. However, Wang Zheng had disappeared. It was really dangerous today. They had almost lost everything and wasted all their efforts. Now it was all good. They had everything back again. Xiao Fei and Marcus had no intention of giving up this Constant Velocity Project. This was the project that could be materialized the fastest. With this episode, Dong Xuewu would not dare to continue applying for a patent. Xiao Fei and Marcus had done a lot of research and they did a lot of solid preparation work. Besides, they also intended to submit immediately to the Milky Way Academy. They would not make the same mistake again. When Xiao Fei, Marcus, and their group returned to the base, a hearty round of apuse weed them. Everyone had watched the entire process on television. It felt so good. It was amazing. At the same time, they finally got the returns on their hard work. "Wheres Wang Zheng, that rascal?" Xiao Fei had too much that she wanted to ask Wang Zheng. Now that she was back, she was determined to interrogate him. "Ahem, Boss forgot to buy a souvenir for 007. I think he went to buy it. Its okay, you wont lose him," Yan Xiaosu said. An Mei snorted. "Hes on a secret date, isnt he?" Xiao Fei did not ask any further. She, Marcus, and their group wanted to grab this chance and submit the two projects before leaving. "When Wang Zhenges back, ask him to look for me. Were not sleeping tonight," Xiao Fei said. Everyone was in high spirits, so they could not sleep even if they wanted to. Wang Zheng had already sent the information on his holographic screen to Xiao Feis Skylink. With Xiao Feis ability, she could finish the work much faster than him. In todays physics world, it was difficult to say who was number one, but Xiao Fei was definitely one of the top. Dong Xuewu was actually quite brilliant. He could work out the reasoning overnight just by hearing that one piece of information by Xiao Fei. It was a pity that he used his brilliance on the wrong thing, and that he was up against such a genius, Wang Zheng. It was all his own doing. Wang Zheng originally intended to announce only after he hadpleted all reasoning for the second phase. In the end, Dong was the one who pushed forth the release of the reasoning, and in doing so, had unintentionally boosted Xiao Feis position. Yan Xiaosu, on the other hand, was pulled by An Mei to one side. "Tell me!" "Ah? What do you want me to say?" Yan Xiaosu was stunned. "Where did Wang Zheng go? Dont tell me you dont know!" An Mei said. "Haha, my beloved Mei Mei, why are you asking about the Bosss location? This is so inappropriate. I will be sad." Yan Xiaosu gave a pitiful look. "Yan Xiaosu, you have the nerve to dupe me? You know what Im asking about. Is Xiao Shi here? It is quite convenient toe here from An!" Yan Xiaosu was stunned. He was impressed by his girlfriend. She could guess the truth just based on some signs. "Ahem, Xiao Mei, why would you think that?" Yan Xiaosu still wanted to protect Wang Zheng. After all, they were brothers. He could not surrender immediately. "Looking at how down Zisu is, plus Wang Zheng is always disappearing without reason, what else could it be? Why? Is that Xiao Shi so secretive?" An Mei said. She was feeling unfair for Ye Zisu. This guy, Wang Zheng, was too heartless. Yan Xiaosu looked around and said helplessly. "Xiao Mei, I know that you are good friends with Zisu. To be honest, I feel the same way. But this is, after all, Boss private matters. We cannot interfere too much. If you think about it from another perspective, if Boss interfered in our rtionship, how would you feel? Of course, I know you only mean well." Yan Xiaosu liked An Mei a lot. Not only was An Mei pretty, but she also liked him. At the same time, it was also because An Mei was smart yet she knew how to be considerate for those around her. When they were together, others always thought that An Mei was with him for his money. Yan Xiaosu also thought so at first. It waster that he found out that even though An Meis family may not be very rich, they also did notck anything. When they were together, An Mei picked up the tab many times too. Besides, it was the first rtionship for the both of them. Deep in his heart, Yan Xiaosu respected An Mei a lot. Seeing Yan Xiaosu exining so seriously, An Mei could not stay angry. She knew that she had gone a little over the line. "Sigh, forget it. Im not going to interfere in this. Anyway, Im not siding with her. If shees, dont you expect me to be friendly." An Mei still had her own principles. She was too biased towards her own people. "Ahem, dont worry, dont worry, she will note," Yan Xiaosu said. What a joke! How could the Princess of Ane here? "Haha, you slipped. This person is interesting. You can say that shes cold-hearted, leaving as she wants. But then she came all the way here at this time for a secret date. Yet she doesnt meet us while shes here. Are we that undesirable to be seen with? What a bigshot." Chapter 184: A Chaotic World Chapter 184: A Chaotic World Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It seemed An Mei was still displeased with Xiao Shi. What else could Yan Xiaosu say? With the sensitive nature of Ainas status, if Ye Zisu was not saying anything, he could say even less. After travelling, Yan Xiaosu had a deeper understanding of how big this world actually was. It was useless to have thought that he was capable of achieving anything. Actually, he leaned towards An Meis way of thinking. Putting all things aside, he and An Mei could not even attend those kinds of gatherings, so even if Wang Zheng had the ability, even if he received the highest award, so what? As a country, An would value talents, but that was the extent. If Wang Zheng wanted to marry the Princess of An, putting aside distance, the royal family would not allow it, even if it was just a romantic rtionship. Perhaps the person within the situation could not see the implications. But from another perspective, wasnt the purpose of life to live it to the fullest? Who knew about the future? Also, giving up was definitely not what Wang Zheng would do. "Alright, dont frown anymore. Other people may think that Im bullying you." When they woke up the next day, Wang Zheng was already back. Xiao Fei and her group had already submitted their preliminary research findings. As for the other details, they would work them out when they returned to Earth. Everyone needed to pack. The flight was booked and they were going back to Earth. After all, this was not a tour, so they had to follow the itinerary. Besides, there was no good service for their returning journey. The New Olympus still had to carry out other missions. They were taking the transportation line back. Even though she did not sleep at all, Xiao Fei was very energetic. Wang Zheng sat upright and still. He was thinking how he could exin the matter. "The new report has already been submitted. Your name is once again in first ce. We made this decision together." Xiao Fei did not even give Wang Zheng the chance to reject. "Teacher, Im just a student. I will be put in a troublesome position if you do it this way." Wang Zheng smiled bitterly. Also, Wang Zheng felt that he was advancing further and further on the road of research. You should know, even the Old Merchant did not rmend him moving down this path. "Really? I think that it is indeed a problem for you to be a student. Im nning to apply for you to be a teaching assistant at school." Xiao Fei winked. Obviously, with Wang Zhengs current situation, it was a waste for him to continue being a student. Professor Wang, it sounded fun. Wang Zheng was so shocked that he jumped up. "Please spare me. If I do this, the Mecha Department will expel me." "Dont worry. I will settle the other things. This matter is decided. It wont dy your IG selection. Besides, after bing the teaching assistant, youll enjoy more freedom in organizing your time. Dont you want to spend more time training?" Xiao Fei had highlighted what Wang Zheng wanted the most. Putting other things aside, just based on the attendance requirements, it would make things more convenient for Wang Zheng. He could mark his own attendance. "Going back to the topic, let me know what you think. Why did you think in that direction?" "When we were chatting, we actually discussed these questions. I went back to do quite a bit of research. During training, I would brainstorm. When Im exercising, my brain alwayses up with some unique ideas, but I still could not solve thest step." "You have alreadypleted 80% of the work. Thest part is simply a question of time. Sometimes I wonder if youe from the future. How do you know so much?" Xiao Fei looked at Wang Zheng suspiciously. "Ahem, Teacher, if I was from the future, would I dare to apply for Ares College?" "You mean you feel wronged to have gotten me as your teacher?" "No, you are the best teacher." Wang Zheng smiled. Luckily, Xiao Fei had no intention of pushing the topic. Maybe it was because Wang Zheng was too outstanding, but after some time, Xiao Fei had already gotten used to it. Anyway, they did discuss the project from many aspects. It was just that they did not expect Wang Zheng to link the different aspects together so perfectly; he was just like an old scientist who had been in the physics world for decades. "Oh, yes, tomorrow we will be taking the An Empire Princesss ship. Princess Aina wants to send us off, but dont be enticed!" Xiao Fei said. Even she could not reject Ainas offer, but she also thought that it was because Aina wanted to entice Wang Zheng. It was known that An treated talents very generously. Wang Zheng raised his head and proudly proimed, "Reporting, Teacher! Wang Zheng was born an Earthling and he will die an Earthling. Even if Princess Aina wants to marry me, she can only marry to Earth. Wang Zheng will not marry into An." Xiao Fei did not know whether tough or cry. "You think too highly of yourself. Okay, go pack up. We have to board the ship tonight." The others also received the news. They wereining about how the Earth Federation was unsupportive, having such arge difference in the quality of service for sending them off and back. The Milky Way Transportation line obviously could notpare to a private spaceship. Who would have thought that the Princess of An would want to send them off on her own gship? This was just too much. They could also see the beautiful princess. What good fortune! The An Empires Princess C even though everyone acted like it was nothing much, Yan Xiaosu really wanted to howl. This was too damn fancy! They thought that the New Olympus was already amazing, butpared to An, it was nothing. They were on entirely different levels. The difference was evenrger whenparing the facilities inside the ship. It felt as though they belonged to two different generations of technology. "These are your rooms, please help yourself. As the Princesss esteemed guests, you will enjoy the best service on the Princess. Ill be your personal server for this trip. Im Luo Lin." The server receiving them was a very beautiful girl. She wore a unique style of clothes. It was the An Pce uniform. She was likely a member of the Royal Service Crew. An Mei could not wait any longer and opened the room door. It was too grand. Once they heard that they had to go back using the Milky Way Transportation line, it would mean that there would be a number of people squeezed into one ship. Even if it was an economy ss bunker, it would be ufortable. Obviously, they could not afford the cost of first ss bunkers. Yet the room in the An Princess looked to be at least 50 square meters. This was simply extravagant. "This is for us?" "Yes. Everyones room is the same." Luo Lin smiled. She was very polite and confident, yet not prideful. This was a trait of An citizens. An Meis mouth dropped. This was too grand. The interior was designed like a five-star hotel. There was even a huge bathtub. "This is too grand," An Mei was not one to be easily shocked, but this was indeed a little shocking. Luo Lin smiled. Xie Yating was speechless with surprise. As Xiao Fei had invited the people from Caragal to leave together, the team from Caragal would enjoy the honor of entering the Princess as well. It was good that there were only three of them. However, who would have thought that Princess Aina would give them such a grand reception? It was too extravagant. "The An Princess is the princess private ship. It services only the princess." Everyone was stunned. This Zeus-sized ship was a private ship? This was too awesome. Everyone said that those who were born in the An royal family were the most fortunate. Looking at the situation now, this seemed to be true. There was a joke regarding the An royal family: one time, during the Milky Way Alliance Childrens Day, children from all countries met to chat. They started talking about their journey to the meeting. One child who was a member of the An royal family was puzzled and asked: "Why would there be so many people on a spaceship? Arent spaceships all private?" Then the other children could not continue the conversation. Yan Xiaosu secretly gave Wang Zheng a thumbs up. This good service was obviously prepared for Wang Zheng, or else why would it be so extravagant? Of course, Ainas identity as a princess in itself was highly regarded. After all, Xiao Fei and Wang Zheng had received the highest praise at the gathering. An was also famous for valuing talents. At this moment, Luo Lins Skylink rang. "Everyone, the Princess will be arriving soon together with her distinguished guest, a prince from Antis." If not for something important, Aina would definitelye to meet them, but the Prince of Antis? Yan Xiaosu did not know why, but his heart skipped a beat. This was bad. What was this stupid prince of Antis doing with Aina? Wang Zhengs facial expression did not change at all, but Luo Lin really could not read the atmosphere and added one more sentence. "Prince Hao Lin and the Princess were like old friends upon their first meeting." An Mei, on the other hand, was quite interested in seeing what the Prince of Antis would be like. Not longter, there were sounds of footsteps approaching. Aina and the prince of Antis had arrived. At that moment, everyone was stunned. Tyrant Su was surprised. This Prince of Antis was just a child who was not even 10 years old. Truly unbelievable. An Mei was shocked too. At this distance, with this demeanor, An Mei felt that this Princess looked familiar. Who did she look like? She could not recall at the moment. Just as she was going to tell Ye Zisu, she realized that Ye Zisu was very calm. It was as though she knew the Princess. Then she looked at Tyrant Su. He was also calm. Something was wrong. What was going on? Why were they all calm? Was she the only one who seemed like a country bumpkin? This was not logical. Then Princess Aina gave her a very familiar smile. In that moment, An Mei felt as though she was struck by lightning. Oh god! This was not true. Dont tell me... Dont tell me... Xiao Shi was actually Aina An? An Mei opened her mouth and looked at Yan Xiaosu. She hoped that Yan Xiaosu would give her an answer that this was not true and that it was all a coincidence. But Tyrant Su slightly nodded his head. An Mei froze. Xiao Fei and Aina did not have much contact, so she did not really have any great reaction. However, she also felt as though she had seen Aina before. At that moment, she did not have the time to react. However, she was still very grateful for Ainas invitation. This allowed their travels to be more rxing. After having some small talk with Xiao Fei, Aina introduced, "This is the second Prince of Antis. Right now he is on his way to An and he really wanted to get to know you all." This little boy was very handsome. He was young but very calm. He looked so cute wearing a tiny suit. The little prince smiled. "Hi, everyone, Im Hao Lin Zou As. Im nine and a half this year. It is nice to meet you all." Everyone smiled. This cute little boy was like a doll. If not for his status, An Mei would hug him. He was too cute. Hao Lin was judging Wang Zheng strangely. "Wang Zheng? Nice to meet you." As he said this, he took the initiative to put out his hand. Aina, who was right beside him, was stunned. The usual Antis etiquette had very limited body contact. They would not shake the hands of people they had just met. This was true especially for the royal family, unless that person was very interested in the person they met. When Aina talked about Wang Zheng, this little prince said he wanted to meet him. She, of course, would not talk about the rtionship between Wang Zheng and her. She simply said that he was an award recipient. For some unknown reason, when Wang Zheng looked at this little guy, he felt a sense of familiarity, a feeling that could not be described. The moment he shook that small hand, the two of them felt as though they were shocked by electricity. Chapter 185: Enjoyment Chapter 185: Enjoyment Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was too inexplicable. It was obvious that the gaze of the young prince showed that he was puzzled too. "It was nice meeting you all. Please excuse me." The strange little prince left after this short meeting. It was as though he hade just to meet Wang Zheng. Just like what they guessed, this prince was indeed of mixed blood. Antis citizens seldom married outsiders, but there was this one bloodline in the royal family that would definitely marry humans. This was also one of the conditions that the Antis Republic had to fulfil in order to join the Milky Way Alliance. And this little prince belonged to this bloodline. At the same time, they were mainly in charge of themunication between Antis and humans. Hao Lin did find it strange. He had received Ya Shumans report. Who would have thought that he would have the chance to meet him here? So he decided toe over to take a look. He did not expect to really feel a certain strength from Wang Zheng. Although he had to admit that it was very weak. This was indeed a very rare situation. Ainas friendliness and great hospitality made the whole team extremely excited C as though they had received another award. This was such a great honour. An Mei and Yan Xiaosu returned to the room. The whole way to their room, An Meis mind was nk. When the two of them sat face to face, Yan Xiaosu did not say anything. He knew that An Mei needed time to digest the news. To be honest, even though he was the first to know the truth, many times, Yan Xiaosu felt that it was all just a dream. It was too unrealistic, yet it was the truth. "You knew already?" An Mei asked quietly. Yan Xiaosu nodded. "I did not hide from you on purpose. I promised Boss." "How? The princess of An? How did shee to like Wang Zheng?" An Mei felt as though this world was a little out of order. At this stage, it would seem too childish of her to challenge Aina. This world was never fair. Aina was the type of person that stood at the tip of the human pyramid. One would not even have the confidence to reason with her. Even if An Mei had always believed that qualifications were not a problem, she alsocked the courage to do anything. Even when Aina was just before her eyes, she could not bring herself to speak. This was a regal presence. The presence of a princess. No wonder every time An Mei saw Aina, she was speechless. All the words that she had prepared would note out. Now she finally understood. She also understood why Ye Zisu could not take the initiative. When facing Aina An, the only thing her love rivals could do was to wait. "Earth will enjoy a boost in reputation. Even the Princess of An is gracing them with so much honor. Even a minister would not enjoy such a reception." "Yes, we are enjoying this because of them. Moon citizens are prideful and Martians are barbaric. It is true that only Earthlings are more magnanimous." The people of Caragal also enjoyed the honor. Xiao Fei did not forgo her invitation to leave together with them just because of Ainas invitation. Xie Yating, on the other hand, was quiet. This was all too amazing. How did it end up like this? Her girls intuition told her that the way Aina looked at Wang Zheng was special. The two of them definitely knew each other. That was not the attitude one held towards strangers. She studied bionics under bioengineering and was very good at observing such behavioural cues. She was such an excellent physics student, and not only that, she was also an participant. Was this all a coincidence, and only the name was the same? Raston had a very high opinion of Wang Zheng. Putting aside ability, this person knew how to take good care of the team. He really should not belittle anyone. Wang Zheng also did not expect that Raston would have such a high opinion of him. Wang Zheng and Aina had three more days with each other. However, they had to part ways soon. Even though the two of them were very level-headed, they were a little reluctant to part ways. Throughout this period of time, Ye Zisu seemed normal. She did not do anything out of ordinary, so An Mei lost her courage to confront Aina. This was the first time she did not say anything. Perhaps she was too loyal, but she felt that this extravagant trip was nothing to be too happy about. On the other hand, Ye Zisu was calmer and toured around the Princess. To her, it was a good experience. Xiao Fei and her group, on the other hand, borrowed this good environment and continued to rush their work toplete their scientific reasoning. The spaceship was in a special atmosphere. It was a pity that even though everyone seemed busy, Wang Zheng and Aina did not have many opportunities to be alone. After all, there were eyes everywhere on the Princess. But the two of them were happy just being together. That strange little prince from Antis did not appear again. Three dayster, the spaceship left Immortal Puluos Gxy. The two of them had to resist the urge to hug each other as they said goodbye. Ainas reluctant gaze was melting Wang Zhengs heart. At this moment, Wang Zheng resolved himself to get qualified for the IG preliminarypetition. Not only that, he wanted to beat all his enemies at the capital of the An Empire. This was the present he wanted to give to Aina. Some say that people meet to separate; all meetings are short and separation is the only constant. After they switched to take the Milky Way Transportation line, the atmosphere became livelier. An Mei, who had been acting strangely, finally resumed her usual self as a mature woman. ording to An Mei, the atmosphere there was too pressuring. Everyone was always so polite. She could not withstand that atmosphere. Now she could speak to her hearts content. Sometimes, true happiness was living life the way you wanted to. Actually, Yan Xiaosu had been holding back for very long too. He was mainly afraid of bringing shame to Wang Zheng. They were brothers, closer than blood-rted brothers, so if Wang Zheng really ended up together with the Princess, he would be the most suitable candidate for the best man position for their wedding. He would fight whoever who dared topete for that position with his life. So, no matter what, he needed to leave a good impression. Xiao Fei and her group also heaved a sigh of relief. The environment now was really unsuitable for research, so the whole team could now take a break. They have learned a lot from this Rnd Garros trip. At this moment, what happened at Rnd Garros had already spread through the Sr System and reached Earth. It gave the lukewarm state of the Sr Systems science world a boost in confidence C a feeling of having signs of revival. Obviously, this would maintain a period of high morale. Except to Wang Zheng, this meant that there was only a little bit of time left during the holiday, and he needed to enter the training mode. The second phase of training for IG was definitely not going to be easy. The key point was that now he had a great goal that no one else had. Even the An Empire, who was hosting thepetition, would not dare to im that they would achieve victory. This was because the Antis Republic, the Arbiter Republic, and other first ss countries would be sending their young elites to participate in the event . But no matter who it was, no one could stop him! Except Wang Zheng was not the only one who wanted to win this honor. All of the participants determination was no lesser than Wang Zhengs. There was a mysterious district on Mars that was surrounded by a restricted area measuring about 1,000 miles. Only the powerful officers in Mars could enter this district. It was not much of a secret that the district was the center of faith in Mars. The Sage Sect C Mars pride and its centre of spiritual belief. Only the Lie Family from Mars had survived the revolution that year. The Lie Familys survival was not solely due to their own ability though. To put it shortly, it was a type of luck, it was destiny. Even the more powerful Saint Church was destroyed, but the Lie Family survived, and it was because of the Sage Sect. You could say that the Sage Sect had borrowed divine power to do things that surpassed normality and saved the Lie Family. At the same time, they saved the Sage Sect. But after that time, the Sage Sect retired into the background and became purely a ce of worship. Or perhaps more urately, the symbol of Martian civilization. On the surface, they did not interfere with worldly matters. "Sir, Lie Guang wishes to meet you. He is outside." A little boy, about twelve years old, bowed and reported to the Sage. The Sage that the little boy addressed was very in-looking. He was dressed in linen and wore no shoes. He looked to be around forty, but one could not guess his real age based on his appearance. Upon hearing the boy, he opened his eyes. "Bring him in." The Lie Family and the Sage Sect had a close rtionship. They were almost like one body. In history, there were even cases where the Lie Family head took up the role of the Head Priest of the Sage Sect. When Lie Guang returned to Mars, most of the time, he stayed at the Sage Sect as its member. Every day he was there, he lived as though he was a monk in training. Lie Guang walked in and bowed to the Sage. "Teacher, your disciple pays his respects." That wanton and unrestrained yboy disappearedpletely. Even his hair was cut short. He was wearing the white Sage Sect robe and his temperament had changed a lot. The Sage, Sarah Odin, smiled. "Thats enough, there are no outsiders here. You dont have to act anymore" "Only teacher can understand me! Nature is the divine way C that was what you said. But I did feel some change after this period of tough training. I will work harder!" Odins gaze seemed to have the power to see through worldly matters. "500 years have passed, time passes really quickly." Lie Guang was stunned. Teacher had not been behaving normally recently. Sometimes he would have his head in the clouds and sometimes he would be anxious. You should know, in the hearts of the Martians, every generation of the Sage was an existence equivalent to God. He could point the direction for Mars. While Martians did not dominate the Milky Way in thesest few years, no matter how horrifying the wars were, Mars could always hold its invincible position, and the reason was that the Sages shadow was everywhere. "Teacher, you arementing again. Your disciple has really changed for the better." Odin smiled. "The Divine Secret Key has appeared. The new generation is rising. Do what you want to; you do not need to care about how others look at you." "Eh? Teacher, you know that Im here to bid farewell?" Lie Guang said. He was surprised. Odin smiled. "Go. The IG that you wanted to participate in this time C I have already arranged everything for you." Lie Guang was stunned. Teacher always said things half way, but no matter how rebellious he could be, and while he dared to talk back with his father, he would never do so with the Sage. Lie Guang bade farewell to his teacher respectfully. This period of time that he spent at the Sage Sect seemed to wash away the impurities of the world. He was like a new person. That year, the reason he could leave home was because his teacher did not stop him. If not, he could not have left. He could ignore his old man, but he would never not listen to his teacher. As Lie Guang was going to leave, Odins voice sounded from his back. "No matter what, on the Lie Familys genealogy, you will always have the surname Lie." The Lie Family... The oldest family on Mars. When humans were just exploring the Sr system, the Lie Family already existed, and they were already a glorious family. Over thousands of years of time, the power ruling Mars kept changing. Super strong kings appeared as well. However, these families or powers eventually disappeared or weakened and died. Only the Lie Family remained on Mars. They built their base there and their position never changed. Today, the Martians started to be proud of having the Lie Family on Mars. You should know, there were simr powers on Earth and the Moon that reached the height of powers many times. They were all destroyed, but not the Lie Family. This was the pride of Martians. Chapter 186: Lie’s Flame Cauldron Chapter 186: Lies me Cauldron Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Mars invisible royal family, the Lie family! "Pleasee to a stop. In front is private property." Before one reached the Lie familys gates, five kilometers before the entrance, the travelling Lie Guang was stopped by security. Lie Guang smiled. This was considered being polite. Those who could not recognize those of the Lie Family were not many, but neither were they little. Some did it identally, some on purpose. Before Lie Guang spoke, themunicator of the guard who had stopped him suddenly burst with activity. The guard immediately turned pale and his face showed surprise. He immediately bowed deeply. "My apologies, this lowly one did not know that the Patriarch was back." "No worries." He did not possess a strong sense of belonging to this family. Lie Guang patted the guards shoulders before walking up the mountain entrance. On both sides of the road wererge trees. These were nted during the great Martian Terraforming. The trees that were older than a thousand years were too numerous to count. Even the smaller trees were at least a few hundred years old. The entire mountain had a radius of 100 li (57km). All of thisnd belonged to the Lie Family. The main residence was right at the entrance of the mountain range. The mountain range itself held numerous secrets. Even Lie Guang only knew just a little about it, but it was no more than a single hair on the back of nine oxen. The housekeeper took ten odd servants to wait for Lie Guang in front of the gate. They stood motionless until Lie Guang appeared in front of them. "Wee home, Patriarch." Family... Lie Guang nodded his head. His heart felt a little regret. "Patriarch, these servants will be dispatched to follow you. Regardless of what you need, you can inform them." The ten odd servants saluted Lie Guang. Lie Guang knew that he had to ept it. If he rejected them, a different group of individuals would be chosen to serve him and the process would repeat until he epted. When Lie Guang returned to his room, he dismissed the servants. They would be in charge of his daily meals and amodation. After sitting down, the rooms door was then pushed open. Without taking a nce, he knew who had arrived. Lie Xins voice resounded, "Little Guang, youre finally willing toe home?" Little Guang... Lie Guang felt quite helpless. Regardless of how much he protested, so long as he could not beat Lie Xin, she would continue to address him this way. However, deep down, Lie Guang knew that Lie Xin was the only one who treated him as an actual family member. "After not meeting for so long, you seem to have developed quite well." Lie Guang sized up Lie Xin. His experience was quite plentiful when it came to females. Lie Xins body was well endowed. No one could match it. What was unfortunate was that Lie Guangs words did not deter Lie Xin. On the contrary, Lie Xin walked forward with a smile on her face. "How could you tell? Why dont you give me a baby." Lie Guangs face immediately turned repulsive. He thought that after numerous years of training, he would no longer fear his sister. Instead, he had been KO-ed in their very first exchange! "Sister is now an adult. Please tell me whatever requests you have. Except for having a child." "Then follow me. You should go there." Lie Xins facial expression changed almost instantly. "The Lie Fire Cauldron?" "The Lie Fire Cauldron." Lie Xin said faintly. Lie Guangs face changed slightly. The Lie Fire Cauldron. It was the Lie Familys greatest heritage. In a time where Gongfa was difficult to practice, especially when heritages had all been lost, the Lie familys Gongfa was still able to be passed down. Furthermore, the Lie family was still able to maintain a high status. This cauldron which had over a thousand years of legacy was actually the reason why the Lie Family was able to produce numerous Ability X users. It was their biggest secret. 10 minutester, Lie Xin had brought Lie Guang to the pce where the Lie Familys cauldron was kept. The cauldron was asrge as a small garden. It was a square cauldron with doors on each side of it, allowing one to walk inside the cauldron itself. "Go." Upon entering the cauldron, a st of hot air rushed at him as the door opened. It was as though the air itself was possessed and had a spiritual nature as it rushed into his pores. With the Lies Fire Technique, this spiritual air would gradually turn into a form of power and remain inside ones body. A strange fire array could be seen inside the Lie Fire Cauldron. However, when one tried to touch it, it would be no more than an illusion. An old man was sitting in the center of the Lie Family Cauldron. After seeing Lie Xin and Lie Guange in, he immediately stood up. "Come over here." Every disciple of the Lie family would have one opportunity to refine themselves. His opportunity hade extremelyte. Lie Guang smiled bitterly in his heart. The knots in his heart were difficult to undo. Very often, he felt a sense of inferiority. "Go. I believe you can do it!" Ever since Lie Guang had returned, Lie Xin had treated him as her little brother. This opportunity for him to go the cauldron was also something she had fought for. Lie Guang could see how much care and concern Lie Xin had for him. At this point, Lie Guang finally understood. His surname did not matter. Who he was did not matter either. What was important was that he was Lie Xins little brother. He would use his life to fight for his only family member. Lie Guang walked forward with no hesitation. Regardless of the trials, he would do anything for Lie Xin. The old mans expression towards Lie Guang was very calm. It was clear that there was a little bit of scorn in it as well. To those not of the main branch, if the old rules were followed, he would never have a chance to step inside here. Lie Xins request was meaningless. However, the Sage had made a request, and that was why he had the opportunity to do so. However, would he even seed? The Lie Fire Cauldron sealed shut. Lie Guang sat down cross-legged. What he needed to do was cultivate the Lie Family Technique inside the cauldron. Everything else was up to fate. After quite a bit of time... there was no reaction. "Second Uncle, could there have been a problem? Is this the right time?" Lie Xin was slightly anxious. The old man looked nonchntly at Lie Guang, who was sitting inside. "Pure yang is leaking. His gongfa is too weak. His attitude is insufficient. Even though you are from the Lie family, everything is up to the heavens." Lie Guang gritted his teeth. Suddenly, he had a mirthless smile on his face. "I remember the Patriarch saying that Lie Guang was born a Lie family member. Even when he dies, his spirit is that of the Lie family. I think dont Second Uncle forgot that, did you?" The old man stared nkly. He gave Lie Xin a nce before rxing slightly, clearly unaffected. This Lie Family Cauldron was like a cage. Lie Guang was feeling slightly bored. He continued to cultivate his Gongfa; however, nothing happened. Was his strength insufficient? Although his body was inside the Fire Cauldron, he could clearly see everything that was happening outside. How Lie Xin was worried about him and how Second Uncle was peering at him. She was always calm. She had possessed the Lie familys greatest talent. However, there were times where even she was worried! Lie Guang knew that he had to get a reaction out of the cauldron. If not, he would truly be given up on by the family. Even the Sage would not be able to say anything. The chance was given to him, but he was unable to make use of it. Lie Xin took a step forward, but the old man stopped her. "Second Uncle, Little Lie has been gone for too long. He needs some guidance. Let me do it." The old man smiled emotionlessly. "He had the gall to remind me to follow the Patriachs words. Are you willing to go against the familys rules? The Lie Fire Cauldron is an individual trial. There can be no external help. Even the future family head cannot break these rules." Lie Guang felt his own body getting hotter and hotter. F*ck. That d*mn old man. He dared to disrespect Lie Xin? This Patriarch here could destroy him at anytime. The Lie Fire Cauldron suddenly shuddered. Was it an earthquake?? Duummmm... The entire Lie Fire Cauldron suddenly ignited. Lie Guang, who was inside the Fire Cauldron, looked as though he was reborn in a baptism of fire. He stood up, his finger pointing at the old man outside. He was gushing with power. "You old fogey, respect the future head of the family!" Subspace flight was extremely boring. However, a life without Skeleton was considered to be something extremely fortunate for Young Deer. To be frank, Young Deer was now the most famousmentator in CT. He had recently received an award for being the bestmentator. However, along with that award, Young Deer had also won the fans choice for being the most viciousmentator. Today was a Friday on Earth. It was the start of the professional tournaments. As the years bestmentator, Young Deer was the mainmentator for thepetition. This was a professional 5 v 5 match. The battle was in a deadlock and both teams were extremely strong. Both sides were defensive, and as the situation progressed, they consistently swapped between offense and defense. Professionalpetitions usually had opponents of simr skill, so there were no fancy fights. It was just apetition to see who was more careful. Neither side waspeting in terms of skills, it was a test of their tactics and their ability to react. It was also a test to see how well a team could work together. As Old Deermentated, he took a swig of milk from a carton. In the chatbox for the livestream, a series of milk carton emoticons immediately flooded the chat. This was a sort of improvised entertainment. So long as Young Deer wasmentating, even if Skeleton was not apetitor, these milk cartons would appear to provoke Old Deer. This was also Old Deers aim when he drank milk on livestream. This also had Solons influence in it. Solon had also made a concession. If Old Deer did not drink milk, people would not be interested in throwing milk cartons his way. However, when he drank milk, the audience would definitely grow excited. As a result, Solon was extremely excited. Thus, he signed a contract to get Old Deer to drink milk. If he did so, he would get a share of the profits. With money to take, Old Deer was still a professional at heart. He was, after all, a professionalmentator! The milkpany was excited. What could be a better form of advertisement? Severalrge milkpanies were trying to get Old Deer to be their representative. Their sales would immediately jump by several times! The stalemate was broken... While drinking the milk, Old Deer suddenly startedmentating. "Karls team has made a mistake. It is now toote to defend midne. Team SK hasunched a surprise attack." After he finished speaking, Team SK grouped up in the middle. This was a long nned attack. The opponent, Team Karl, was at the bottomne and immediately sought to support the middle. However, topne was too greedy; they wanted to break the opponents defence and was therefore too slow to defend. "Karls topne was too greedy. If it was a casual match, it wouldnt mean much. However, in a professional game, a few seconds can spell the difference between victory and defeat." As a result, the midne had a fight of 4v5. In a group match, SK was quickly able to destroy Karls tank mech. Without the tank, the rest of the mecha could only retreat. Even if topne returned, he could not do much. They had allowed SK to take the initiative. SK regrouped and pushed towards the enemys fortress. The games conclusion had more or less been set. Old Deer gave a slight smile. This was professionalism. Everything he said came true. "I would like to thank everyone for watching this. I also hope that everyone votes for me as the most professionalmentator. I am the best CTmentator in the universe. Thank you!" The match ended. However, when Old Deer started speaking, the viewers immediately became excited. He was truly attracting the ire of others. What a b*stard. What was he talking about... the universes bestmentator. Then in this case, Im a god! Chapter 187: Even This Can Be Happiness Chapter 187: Even This Can Be Happiness Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas A milk carton was overdramatically tossed over. After the battle ended, viewers lingered in the channel as they were still not over it. Old Deers words incited ridicule and people discovered that it was fun to tease Old Deer in the days without Skeleton. "Although the professional league has ended, the channel will not be closed. Young Deer has announced his intention of leading a battle team with fans in three rounds of friendlies to beat some students! What are you waiting for? The registration address is right below..." CT jumped at this opportunity to broadcast advertisements on the channel to the viewers. What! Old Deer needed to personally take part in the friendly match? It was a chance to beat Old Deer! Countless people wanted to register but were forced to reconsider upon looking at the registration terms and conditions. Registration was only sessful if people became members of the Young Deer Fan Club. Looking at Old Deers sly smile on the logo of Young Deer Fan Club caused people to hesitate. After nail-biting considerations, many decided that they would go ahead and join in order to battle with Old Deer. Old Deer had a huge smile on his face since his fan clubs poprity went off the charts. As he slowly opened another room for people to join, he said, "Do you know why Skeleton was able to win? It was because of mymentary!" The hidden message behind was that if Skeleton challenged him, he would be extinguished quickly if he entered the battle. The chat exploded instantly and countless people were fighting for the opportunity to challenge Young Deer. Money? That was like the floating clouds in the sky! CT officials were responsible for the three friendly matches since they were highly efficient. The games were ready and the contestants were selected using a lucky draw among members of the Young Deer Fan Club. This was to Young Deers advantage since the quality among his fans was diversely variant. A single weak yer would drag down the team. When the battle started, Young Deer was overbearing and headed for the bottomne. He employed the global voice chat and said, "My fans, doe after me. I will kill every single one of you thates for me." Everyone, of course, was not shy and five people rushed to the bottomne to gank Old Deer. Old Deer tapped into his teams channel and told his four teammates that he will treat them to a nice meal another day and hoped that they would push faster on the topne. "No problem." "Old Deer, it has to be a big meal. KFC is not an option." Upon receiving the replies, he decisively guarded under the tower on the bottomne and continued teasing the opponents in the global voice chat. "Where are you all? You are too slow; if it was me, I would already be here." Five mecha appeared and dived under the tower for a kill! As for the topne, which was being pushed in quickly... Who cares, it was worth it to have an attack on Old Deer! Old Deer maneuvered well and was able to escape gank attempt after gank attempt and even managed to get a kill on an opponent who was inexperienced. Just when Old Deer was about to be owned, victory! The topne was pushed in and the throne was taken. Old Deer roared and said, "Call me God! Victory! Did everyone catch the exciting kill I pulled off? Five-man gank? You guys ignited the inner beast within me! Seems like if I were to practice more, the Skeletons winning streak will be ended by me." In this moment, Old Deer was fidgety. After that, he won yet again in the second game. In the third game, there were two more half-professional yers. Perhaps Old Deer was too excited since he rushed out of the defensive area. Others were like wolves who gathered immediately in an attempt to assassinate Old Deer. Deer God was crushed amidst fire and smoke to the delight of hundreds of thousands of viewers on the channel. It was as if they were celebrating during a festival. Countless requested for an additional game to be yed. Many who paid five hundred dors to have a chance of ying were not selected since only five people were lucky enough to be chosen. After a days work, Old Deer went backstage and massaged his own shoulders. He had over-exerted himself just now. A staff member walked over and said, "Boss Deer, someone has delivered five big boxes of milk for you. Are they yours? If not, I will get someone to chase him away." "No, I ordered them. I will go and retrieve them now", responded Old Deer quickly. The staff member was shocked. "Boss Deer, are you addicted to milk? They actually delivered five big boxes?" "That is still fine, thanks." Old Deer changed hastily and rushed out. He signed some documents and got them to move the boxes into his car. Old Deer looked at the time while driving. He was not returning home but was headed towards the suburbs. He also listened to the news on the radio, which talked about Andromeda pirates taking a huge hit and the scattering of smaller pirates in all directions. He slowed down his car and slowly turned into a modest area. The houses here and the surroundings were rather poor, and the facilities were inconvenient. As his car stopped at a front yard, a bunch of kids happily came out to greet him. "Old Deer, Old Deer, what good food did you bring this time?" "Old Deer, Old Deer, I want to ride a huge horse." "How many times have I said this? Call me Young Deer. Have you seen such a young and handsome Old Deer? I brought everyone milk and toys. Xiao Dou, have you been studying well?" "Old Deer, I got an A+, which is the best grade." An olddy who looked to be in her sixties walked over with a warm smile on her face. "Mr. Lu, knew it was you. Youre so punctual each week. You should get some rest first since youve been working so hard." "Haha, I miss the kids." The Old Deer now was a different person than the one who was at work previously. He was so much more rxed and free. "Old Deer, Old Deer,st time you said that if I got an A, you would take us to the aquarium for a tour." "Haha, when have I not kept up my end of a promise?" "Old Deer, hurry over here, Ive painted you. Do you think its nice?" There was a tag on the door that read "Happy Community Private Welfare Home for Disabled Children". What do humans live for? Everyone had a different answer to that. Upon returning from a space expedition, the others were still very excited, but Wang Zheng felt a sense of belonging upon returning. No matter where he went, the warmth felt on Earth was iparable to other ces. Although he had not travelled to many ces on this trip, Wang Zheng still felt that there was no that had as much energy as Earth. Wang Zheng asionally doubted his own subjectivity. The type of indescribable feeling he was experiencing could be due to subjectivity factors. The small team dissolved after returning to Earth. An Mei left, Tyrant Su was alone, and Xiao Fei and Marcus took a vacation after submitting their research topic. Everyone had a high workload during this period, so they needed a break, or else their brains would have exploded from the stress. Wang Zheng rented an apartment near the school. He was no longer a poor student and was actually quite wealthy now. He chased Tyrant Su away when he brought up getting a presidential suite at Shangri-La. Xiaosu and others such as Chen Xiu were having eventful lives as they were enjoying their youths. Wang Zhengs life was not like that, however. School, apartment, and training took up most of his time. When he was free, he would attempt to work on assignments left by Old Merchant. He was different from others as he did not have much interest in shopping. Using Tyrant Sus words, others would have a hasty look at most but Wang Zhengs thinking was hasty instead. He was already beginning to lead a middle aged life. Xiaosu had plenty to brag about as he went to Rnd Garros and knew many important people. Tyrant Su had regained his former glory as he was unting off to kindergarten kids. Xiaosu loved crowds and had no intention in belittling others when showing off in front of them. He loved making new friends. The old contract with Solon has reached maturity and the new contract was on a per-battle basis. Wang Zheng did not have much interest in CT anymore. Solon wanted to invite the Skeleton for a battle in order to put up a performance but Wang Zheng was not interested at all. Although feeling slightly regretful, Wang Zheng was the person who understood Xiaosu the most and knew that Xiaosu was an adventurous person who did not fear his opponent. As Xiaosu rejected Solon and indicated that the Skeleton might retire, Solon did not take the news well. The secretary knocked on the door and went in bravely as it was quiet inside. He discovered Solon sitting there with a pale face. This shocked the secretary and she wanted to use her skills to resuscitate her boss who had an overbearing presence in the CT scene. Solon was indeed dumbfounded as his biggest worry had turned into a reality. He knew that a person who could even tame the experts of the Lie Family and Norton Star would not stay for long. However, unknowingly, having a Skeleton battle each week was bing an important aspect of his life. It was the same as bing the biggest Skeleton Corp in the sr system. The only thing that Solon could takefort in is that the opponent did not outright reject him but onlymented that there was not much meaning behind Solons arrangement. "Whats the matter, Xiao Ya?" Solon looked at his new secretary. He did not want to recruit her. However, this was the standard procedure for the president of the sr system region. He thought of a ssic phrase: Let the secretary handle things to be done, if there are none then do the secretary. Unfortunately Solon did not have such a poor habit. "President... The situation is pretty bad. yers from the Immortal Barbarian star in Andromeda are making a hugemotion after 18 straight victories....", said Xiao Ya. Immortal Barbarian star and Norton star were the same as they were both mains of Andromeda. The story behind Immortal Barbarian stars name is that in the early days, explorers who discovered this felt that it was simr in appearance to when Earth was undeveloped. There were already habitants on the with decent intelligence. However, the was rtively undeveloped and was culturally distinct as well. They were only considered to be a semi-mechanical civilization with well-maintained environment conditions. Of course in that era, humans invaded that without any hesitation. After thousands of years of change, Immortal Barbarian became an important force to the Milky Way Alliance. Chapter 188: Treatment Chapter 188: Treatment Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Immortal Barbarian Star was the biggestpetitor of the Norton Star as it was booming in its production of mechs. As humans were engaged in skirmishes with the Norton Star before conducting expeditions in Andromeda, this created historical resentment between Immortal Barbarian and Norton. Although this has faded over time, the rivalry between them has not as both wanted to be the main star in Andromeda. Solon had a headache because this affair was caused by Skeleton, who had disyed his capabilities and taught the people on the Norton Star a lesson. This allowed the Immortal Barbarian yers to find a target. Abusing people on Earth would equate to a lesson for the people of the Norton star. Since you were abused by people on Earth and if we manage to return the favor to them, you people of Norton would have to fear us Immortal Barbarian people more in the future. The challenger team from Earth in the Immortal Barbarian region was of top quality. Members of the Throne Masters team were on the same level and would contest yers on Earth at eight oclock every night. They were open to any yers and any y styles. Many responded andpeted with them, but the big and famous teams on Earth lost without much of a fight as their opponents disyed terrifying battle prowess. "Oh, get in touch with the prince and the others, we are inviting them to a battle", said Solon. "Yes, Boss." Xiao Ya wanted to say something but hesitated as she noticed that her boss was not in the mood to talk. This was not unprecedented and should be kept low profile. Solon felt that he needed to adjust his mindset. He should be happy that he had reached this point and should not disrupt Skeletons daily routine. This shift in mindset would prove to be a mistake as Earth would go on to face its worst battle. At the school cafeteria, Yan Xiaosu joined Wang Zheng for a meal. He then told Wang Zheng about his greatest achievements in an overly excited manner. The farmer was able to turn his life aroundpletely. As he continued speaking, the signal system rang and it was Chen Xiu. "Xiao Xiu, did you grow one?" said Xiaosu as he felt ridiculed. "Xiaosu, it would not be this quick. Since Wang Zheng is around too, you guys shoulde over to my ce to y. n will be there too." Speaking of the limelight, the beach was sunny and filled with beauties in bikinis. n was following the beautiful girls running. Wow, he has having a good time in life. "Which one is Wang Zheng? Let us take a look at the hero of 007!" Three beautifuldies surrounded Chen Xiu and Tyrant Su started salivating. What kind of situation was this??? These two people had beenining about how tough each day was throughout the whole semester. Chen Xiu in particr was young and was at a disadvantage while searching for a girlfriend. Sometimes, having your intellectual capabilities develop too quickly isnt a good thing. How had things changed so quickly during the holidays? "Third Sister, can you not fool around?" Before Wang Zheng responded, Xiaosu followed up with some quick thinking and said, "Sister, how do you do, I am Wang Zheng." "Then who is that beside you?"ughed Chen Yan. "He is my buddy, Tyrant Su. He grew up wearing the same pair of pants," said Wang Zheng calmly. Yan Xiaosu didnt know whether to cry orugh. They never really wore the same pair of pants. "That does not feel very mighty." "Sis, a mans might is not based on his appearance. I am mighty too!" said Xiaosu seriously. "Haha, you must be Xiaosu. That must be fun, you little fe, tricking your sister and all!" said Chen Yu. Wang Zheng smiled and said, "Next time when theres time. Recently I have been practicing because I would like to avoid being eliminated in the second round." "Oh, true." "What a pity, I shall wait for the next time too. I need to take care of this kid, else he would not be able to take care of himself", said Tyrant Su regretfully. "Screw you. Go if you want to." The people around them felt ridiculed. Xiaosu did not go and closed the Skylink. Xiaosu still could not get over the fact that Chen Xiu had three sisters like that. Life was really filled with all types of surprises. "Boss, I found you the best training center. The equipment there is veryprehensive and you should try it out." He then pulled out a gold card with the words "The Strong Ferocious Club" written on it. Why was this name such a good fit with Tyrant Su? "Ok, I will give it a tryter." Wang Zheng shrugged. He felt like he was reaching a breakthrough soon but simply could not finish solving the final piece of the puzzle. After eating, Xiaosu left as he had plenty of things to settle. Wang Zheng followed the map to the Strong Ferocious Club. 188 Zhuo Lun Street. The area was not too bad, but the door of the club was rather dull. However, once he was inside, the spacious hall was rather overbearing. Wang Zheng had actually seen the sights of the world and this club couldpete with the one on Paradise Ind, since its facilities were ratherprehensive. The attendant at the entrance assessed Wang Zheng, who was in a student uniform. The sight seemed strange. "Hi, do you need any help?" Wang Zheng smiled and said that he was a club member here who wanted to take a look at the gym. The attendant was dumbfounded but responded quickly and asked him to disy his membership card. Entry here required 200,000 dors. Although the name was overbearing, it was the best club here in the city. It was no surprise to wonder whether the person resembling a student in front of the attendant was at the wrong ce. After all, it was a high-ss club and they could not show dissatisfaction towards customers. Wang Zheng touched and inspected many items and the attendant did not show any dissatisfaction. Looking around him, the attendant said softly, "You might have walked into the wrong ce. With all due respect, students cannot afford to use the facilities here." Exercising was a small aspect of the Strong Ferocious Club. Other areas, like physiotherapy, were all-rounded and there were only a handful of people who came here to work out. Wang Zheng took out Tyrant Sus gold card and said, "This should be it. Look, it says Strong Ferocious Club on it." Wang Zheng passed the card over and the attendant almost didnt receive it after a slight shiver. He thought to himself, "Isnt this a number one card? How could this be here?" "Isnt it here? Ill leave then, my apologies." Wang Zheng was fine with that. The attendantwas shocked and said, "No, no, its here. Please keep your card properly. Sorry, I just started working here and I do not know you." Wang Zheng smiled and said it was also his first time here. "Please follow me." Wang Zhengs card gave the waiter a shock. It seemed like Tyrant Su was wasting his money again. He did not mind, however, as long as the ce was good enough. Wang Zhengs body was getting stronger. With insufficient weights, he would have to waste arge amount of time, making it ineffective. It would also make him miss IG. He was probably the only person who would miss IG training. "The gym room is here. It is made ording to the highest standards in the sr system. The swimming pool is opposite and our water is filtered through eighteenyers when ites from the Na Sike. At the same time, live water that is nutritious to our bodies is retained. Over there, we have physiotherapy facilities boasting the same standards as Paradise Ind and we also have a top-ss spa." Wang Zheng waved and said he didnt need those and only needed the gym room in front of him. "Yes, yes, please," said the attendant as he wiped his sweat. The gym room equipment here was exceptional. Xiaosu understood him very well and two to three hours of practice here a day was sufficient. When Wang Zheng trained, he needed to train till his body surpassed the first stage of fatigue. An ordinary training session could not make him feel much. He also felt that his strength had increased after the IG selection trials. This club had a decent amount of privacy and not many visited it. The facilities were high-end, but it was a pity that Wang Zheng was only interested in using the gym equipment. Others who came here did not really work out but rather chose to swim, undergo physiotherapy, or rx. The swimming pool was not simple. It covered arge yard and was built simr to a beach. On the top side, there was an automatic shelter too. It gave people the chance to experience leisure in a beach setting in a city. There were a few people drinking and chatting by the pool. Some were discussing business, while some were rxing. Going for a spa after swimming would eliminate the fatigue umted in a day. Although it was pricey here, the membership rates here were rather stable after the opening of the club. There were not many like Wang Zheng who came here to train and exercise, since others only came here for mild activities. "OMG is so lucky, its unbelievable that they managed to create a market in the Norton star." "They are now filled with momentum and are unstoppable ording to my analysts." "I should have bought more of their shares since the price of their shares quadrupled over a mere six months." "I think the outlook is still positive and they are still worth investing in." "Do not be too optimistic. They have invested excessively in space technology, and working with a financial oligopoly could harm you." "That makes sense, it will then depend on luck. If they make it, then the situation will turn for the better and they will not be constrained to Earth anymore." "If they fail, however, they will just be erased from history." OMG was the most famous organization in the business circle at that point in time. They managed to partner with big interster projects and were able to create markets in others. Their brand value had improved rapidly and it was rumored that they were in talks to work with cirction channels on the Moon. This reflected high ambitions. The weights room was not used by anyone in this type of ce. This was to Wang Zhengs delight, however. He shifted equipment he needed into the room and decided to start from five times weight. The one at his school was rather poor and his school was stingy with the usage too as usage was limited. It felt like it was to save electricity. The weight started increasing, and under ten times weight, Wang Zheng was sweating profusely as two hours passed by quickly. He also managed to consume some snacks and drinks for free. Wang Zheng showered and ate to his stomachs delight. He could not help but acknowledge how good life would be if he was rich. He was not aware of what type of card Tyrant Su had signed up for. As he ate, a waitress who looked like she was twenty years old came to him. She was shocked at how much he ate but tried to hide it. "This really is free of charge?" Wang Zheng felt like he had eaten too much. He, however, felt more confident and felt like he should thank Solon, who helped him through difficult times. The waitress smiled and said, "You can eat as much as you want, its all free." "Arent you busy? Why are you only serving me?" "I am your exclusive assistant and I am Xiao Yun. I will serve your needs during your time at the club." Wang Zheng was surprised. Tyrant Su really knew how to spend money. "Oh, it is fine. You can rest. If there is anything, I will call for you." Chapter 189: An Easy Victory Chapter 189: An Easy Victory Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Xiao Yun smiled and nodded. Customer service was the highest priority here. Besides, it was her first time meeting such a friendly VIP. Wang Zheng had finally seeded after all his failures. But on that very night, Earths CT region encountered a disaster. Bragging Simon, Prince, Hammer, Truth, Demon Dragons Arrow. They were the best of the best in the Earth Region. All of them were within the top ten of the sh of King rankings. This formidable team could easily qualify for the grand finals battle in the sr system. Of course, the opponent had formed their own dream team as well. The presence of Skeleton had pushed the poprity of CT in the Earth region to a whole new level. The previous battle with the Immortal Barbarian team had brought in over six million subscribers. Under normal conditions, even if the charisma of those five yers were added up together, it would not evene close to this level of interest. Bragging Simon took the middlene. Prince and Hammer took the topne. Truth and Demon Dragons Arrow took the bottomne. All threenes were covered. No matter who they were matched against, they had a fifty-percent chance of winning the battle. Yan Xiaosu and the others were also online, they were hardcore CT fans after all. Moreover, these five yers had arge fan base. It was time to show the Immortal Barbarians the meaning of power. The battle went into full swing. There were around two million viewers watching from outside the Earth region. A few other major television channels in the Earth region had also purchased the broadcasting rights. Frankly speaking, this was the first time that the Earth region yers had gotten a chance to y against the top yers from outside the sr system. In the past CTpetitions, the Earth Region yers had all returned disappointed. It was always the Moon Region yers that represented the sr system to fight. This was a precious opportunity to prove their worth and to disy their capabilities. The members of the Skeleton Corps were shouting and cheering as well. At this point in time it did not matter which corps they belonged to, everyone was supporting Bragging Simons team in their bid to bring glory to the Earth region. Numerous cafes had also seized the opportunity to cash in on this event; they had rolled out various kinds of promotions. The lobbies were fully packed with viewers that drank beer and ate fried chicken while waiting for the battle to start. The Immortal Barbarian Star was not widely known amongst the people of Earth. Reason being that it was not as famous as the Norton Star. When speaking about the Immortal Barbarian Star, people usually referred to it as the star situated near the Norton Star within Andromeda. The yers, including Prince, were quite confident. Moreover, they had studied the battle records from the archives. The Immortal Barbarian yers were highly urate with their ranged attacks and they had good reactive abilities. But when it came to the meleebat, they were merely mediocre. The Immortal Barbarian yers were different from those of the Norton Star. The Norton Star yers were known for their basic skills due to their special geographical conditions and their gic lineage. However, the Immortal Barbarian yers were different, the density of that star was very low and the gravity was only about 0.6 times that of Earth. The Immortal Barbarian yers had some simrity to those from the Moon, which meant that there was nothing to be afraid of. Prince and the others had worked out some tactics as well. For battles at this level, it was impossible to win the battle by a using a wave of ranged attacks. ording to the Immortal Barbarian teams weakness, they ought to adopt the tactic of approaching quickly and suppressing them. They would fight firmly and aggressively, and then destroy the Immortal Barbarian team with their solid skills in meleebat. But then again, if given a choice between the Immortal Barbarian yers and those of the Norton star, the Earth team preferred to fight against the former. Midne "Killing God" Bragging Simon also said some words of courage. He swore to teach the opponents a lesson. After the battle had officially started, the viewer count skyrocketed. Interest in this battle had soared to unprecedented heights. Everyone was eagerly anticipating the sh of the mecha. The staff members of CT were also full of confidence. But Solons mind was far away, he was not even thinking about the number of viewers. No one knew it more clearly than Solon, the Earth regions standards did not see any fundamental improvements, at least not any major improvements. He had the rankings of each region in his hands. Though it might not be totally urate, it had important value for reference. This was the internal data of CT, and as the CEO of the Sr System region, he had ess to it. The Immortal Barbarian region was at least a hundred ranks higher than the Earth region. Was this factor going to y a part in actualbat? The first five minutes of the game were spent probing the enemy team. Prince and Bragging Simon were very aggressive in scouting the opponent. After about 10 minutes, they achieved the goal that they had set before the battle. They had to make use of their advantages and work around their disadvantages. After all, both sides had their own unique points, so neither was capable of totally overwhelming the opponent easily. Because of this, there was a sense of anticipation. However, it was right then that the nightmare began. Everyone remembered a name: the number one killer of midnes, Virbius. He was not particrly brilliant in the games before. He was seen as a proficient shooter; however, in this battle, he truly showed what it meant to pilot a mech. The mech he chose was a special variant that was unique to the Immortal Barbarian Star, the Jungle Scamper Type-M. It was a mech that possessed the ability to transform. After humanity created the first mech, further development took the direction of creating an all-rounded mech. But their efforts were unsessful. Transformation consumed too much energy, which led such mecha to be considered aesthetic but impractical. The Jungle Scamper Type-M wasmonly known as the Orc. It was unable to stand uppletely straight; it could only stand with its legs arched at an angle. When running, it ran on all fours like an animal, which was well suited to the Immortal Barbarian Stars terrain. Though it was a non-mainstream model, this mech was flexible and well suited to the Immortal Barbarian team. The weapon on the mech was special too. In addition to theser gun, it was equipped with a Javelin Barrel which could generate a lightning javelin once every ten seconds. It only needed two shots to break the energy shield of any conventional mecha. Who would not find it impressive? Unfortunately, this barbaric and primitive weapon depended on the speed and instincts of the pilot. A normal person would not be able to hit anything with it. However, this was the beginning of the nightmare. In the streaming room, screams were followed by more screams. Another direct hit! "F**k, what is happening? Does his Lightning Javelin have an auto-lock feature? Why were we not able to avoid it?" "We are doomed! Prince, please be careful! Damn, he hit us again!" Prince was shot twice and his energy shield had been shattered. He was immediately destroyed by the Immortal Barbarians. "He ising at us again! Hide! Quickly, everyone hide! Ow!" Hammer stepped up and took a shot for Bragging Simon, but he was destroyed in the process. Bragging Simon would risk his own life to destroy Virbius, but Virbius had already transformed into beast form and fled. Bragging Simon was almost in range to strike at his opponent. But then suddenly, Virbius turned around and transformed. The mech then proceeded to fire off another lightning javelin. Bragging Simons mech staggered from the impact and was surrounded by the Immortal Barbarian team in an instant. There was a sudden sh before his eyes and then he exploded. Team destroyed! Earths strongest team was destroyed even before they had a chance to damage the energy shield of their opponents. There were more than eight million viewers online, and they had all witnessed this humiliating defeat. They all understood why the Immortal Barbarian team was considered a worthy opponent for the Norton Star team within Andromeda. The Norton Star team had steely determination, while the Immortal Barbarian team had beastly agility. The oue of a battle between these two teams would be determined by who could suppress the opponents y style as well as who could control the pace of the battle. In this regard, the Earth teamcked both. Virbius had destroyed three mecha by himself, and his teammates destroyed the remaining two mecha. However, those two mecha had also been shot by Virbius. The slow-motion rey started. Honestly, no one wanted to watch it. This was adding insult to injury, but they were not allowed to leave the game yet. What had happened? All of them had put in a lot of effort to control the midne. Everyone knew that their midne was the strongest. But why had they still missed their shots? After looking at the slow-motion rey, the viewers were in for another shock. They realised that the opponents formation was unbeatable. In fact, they were trained to withstand the armored assault of the Norton Star team, so the Earth teams attack would be a piece of cake for them. Virbius had dashed forward in order to draw the attention of his opponents. This showed that he had absolute confidence in his piloting skills. His flexibility was incredible. Holy s**t! The mech had executed a strange torso twist in mid-air. What sort of flexibility was that? Of course, the flexibility of the mech was unlimited, but the human bodys flexibility was limited. Was that guy even human? In the face of Bragging Simons pursuit, Virbius even beckoned towards Bragging Simon while fleeing. What audacity! How arrogant! The MVPs y-of-the-game rey was even more tormenting. Eight out of ten attacks had hit the target. The opponents were all top yers of Earth who, under normal circumstances, were capable of dodging theseser attacks. But why were they unable to dodge these slow lightning javelin shots? Prince and his teammates were baffled. They had tried the mech in a private battle before. This was a unique mech that no one would use in actualbat, because as long as your opponents were of a decent skill level, you would not be able to hit them. Once you missed, it was not easy to escape as the mech did not have sufficient suppression capabilities, and any retaliation from the opponents could potentially be fatal. The audience had to watch the five Immortal Barbarian yers celebrate, and out of nowhere someone shouted, "Skeleton"! Inside the whole VIP streaming room, the shouting became louder and louder. Skeleton! Skeleton! Skeleton! Skeleton was busy doing calctions at this time. Wang Zheng had improved physically, but he felt that his brain was dull. When Old Merchant was here, they had discussed so much that all those forms andws were imprinted in to his head. Now he had to conduct his own research for that, but Wang Zheng actually really disliked thoseplicated forms as they were too time-consuming. He was not that familiar with the Chekhov Carlos Number Theory. It took at least half a day for Wang Zheng to derive the whole thing, and he had no interest in it. Were it not for the space movement project, he would not have been this patient. An idea suddenly popped into his head. He had the most gifted mathematician in the Milky Way Alliance on his side; it would be a terrible waste to not consult him! Wang Zheng had a group chat set up on his Skylink; it was set up by Mu Fengchun. Wang Zheng never spoke in the group chat after he joined, thus he also did not know if anyone else was online. Wang Zheng typed in the group chat with two "S"s following the Milky Way Alliance insignia. This was code signifying the highest confidential level on the Skylink. People with ess to this confidential level could even brag about it. SS was a confidential level in the Milky Way Alliance. If someone wanted to read Wang Zhengs Sky Message, he would not be able to if he was only of the "Earth" clearance. If he possessed "Sr System" clearance, it was still too bad! He still would not be able to read it. Thats right, this was the SS confidential level of the Milky Way Alliance. Only through the Milky Way Alliances direct approval could a person read the message. It was this exclusive. This was understandable as the discussion among the top scientists, even thepletely informal ones, involved top-notch technology in many different fields. Those in the group were already qualified as "top scientists", except for Wang Zheng. Wang sent the question into the group chat, with the idea of "just give it a try". The group chat was quiet for a long time. It seemed like he was hoping for too much. The idea of having to spend half a day on this gave Wang Zheng a terrible headache. When Wang Zheng was just about to exit the Skylink when a bunch of replies popped out on the screen. "Who the heck is this? How did he get in?" "Boy, who let you in here!?" Chapter 190: Solon Cries Chapter 190: Solon Cries Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "What has Old Mu done? Why did he let a random person in here? Didnt he say that he would only add Xiao Fei and Marcus into this group? " Wang Zheng was dumbfounded at seeing the group of uncles pick on him. He did not know how to reply either because these "top scientists" were apparently judging him as if he was some kind of low-ss animal. Fortunately, Old Mu arrived just in time. He said, "Hey, guys, dont scare the young boy away. He is Wang Zheng, I mentioned him before. Dont be so arrogant, he might be better than you guys in some aspects." The group chat suddenly became abuzz. Apparently they had all heard about him. Wang Zheng was once again on the sidelines watching. "Old Mu and Xiao Fei have spoken really highly of you. Why do you need to consult us about Chekhovs Geometric Number Theory?" Mu Fengchun was also a little confused. "Wang Zheng, why are you asking about this?" he asked. "Well, it is because I was working on this assignment that Xiao Fei had given me. This Geometric Number Theory thing was really a pain in the a**, so I had to spend six or seven hours on it every time." The group chat was filled withughter. "Old Mu, is this the genius you were talking about? Though Chekhovs Number Theory could be a bit confusing, it usually only takes us at most one hour to derive it. But...six or seven hours? " "Yeah, even my student could derive it within three hours if he tried his best. Is this boy your secret illegitimate child, Fengchun?" The group ridiculed him. Wang Zheng felt a bit awkward in front of all these geniuses from the Milky Way Alliance. He would not even dare to think of deriving the theory in one hour. Mu Fengchun got a shock, as he knew Wang Zhengs mathematical skills. He should not be struggling this badly, so why did it take him six or seven hours? "Wang Zheng, we are sort of free right now. Just give it a try in front us, we can help you to check which are the steps in your derivation took so long." Said Mu Fengchun. Wang Zheng was about to tell them to forget about it. He would work on it by himself, but now everyone was looking at him. He was trained to be respectful to his seniors by Old Merchant. Now that he had disturbed so many experts in the group chat, he could not just leave like that. So he began his calction. At first, the experts nned to give him a little bit of help here and there, but from the starting equation, they felt that something was off. Was this the Chekhovs Geometric Number Theory they knew? Half an hour had passed, and the number of onlookers increased from 5 to 12. "Can Chekhovs Geometric Number Theory be interpreted in this way too?" "The result was the same, but the derivation waspletely different." They finally understood why it had taken him six or seven hours, it was because he was approaching it from apletely different angle. Wang Zheng was in good form and he was naturallypetitive. His condition got much better when there was a group of people observing him. He felt that his brain was performing better than usual. It was as if Old Merchant was supervising him. He calcted while the others were whispering to themselves. Mu Fengchun was also watching from the side, and he would p his hands once in a while. He then started to derive his own calctions as well. Wang Zheng finally finished his derivation after five whole hours. This was his new record. At this time, there were 25 people in the group chat already. For some of them, it waste at night and already dawn for the others. But no one left the chat. "Who would have thought that he could derive the generalized Chekhovs Geometric Number Theory?" "Yeah, the one we were used to talking about was actually a narrower version. The application range of it was too limited. His derivation was really eye-opening." Mu Fengchun gave Wang Zheng a look of excitement. He was also wondering who else in this world could have such a deep understanding. There was only one person in Mu Fengchuns mind, his mentor. "Old Mu, where did you find this boy? He is a boy wonder!" "Oh gosh, we are going to lose our jobs soon!" "Young man, wee to the Genesis Coffee group chat. We have finally seen someone new here." Wang Zheng made a few polite greetings and then left the group chat. Mu Fengchun was about to say something, but he held it back. Student Wang checked the time and was speechless. He had nned to seek a shortcut, but in the end he had to do the whole derivationte into the night once again. He checked his Skylink again. There were numerous missed calls from Tyrant Su. "Boss, we are unable to stand this anymore. The Immortal Barbarian team was too shy!" "Damn! They think that there are no better yers from Earth, Boss! What do you think abouting here to y them?" "Solon left a message, he said that if you are willing to fight, he could offer you a higher pay." "Boss, Solon came again. He said that if you are willing to fight, he will meet any demands you have." "Boss... Solon is crying." Wang Zheng was dumbfounded. What in the world had happened? He checked the trending video section...the most popr video was the King level confrontation between the Immortal Barbarian region and the Earth region. Wang Zheng clicked in the video... and the single impression he got from it was "MISERABLE!" The opponents were well prepared for the battle. On the Earth side, the skills of Prince and the others were a bit inferior...on top of that, they were not mentally prepared. It was no wonder they were unable to withstand the attacks of their opponents. By defeating the strongest Kings of the Earth region with no casualties, the Immortal Barbarian team was indeed worth their salt. Wang Zheng did not think too much about it, as winning or losing a battle was amon urrence. No one was invincible... you would just keep winning until you finally lost. Yan Xiaosu and Solon were just making too much of a fuss out of it. But Wang Zheng finally understood after he saw the ending. That Virbius in the middle, he had left a message after the battle. It was both like a question and an answer. He wondered how a third-rate region like this had won the battle against Yuan Long. They did not pay heed to the Earth teams capabilities from the beginning to the end. Wang Zheng had just dialled up Yan Xiaosus Skylink when the other side started talking. "Boss, I called you like a hundred times, but you were always busy." "I had somethinge up. You were not asleep, right?" "How could I sleep!? I am so furious right now. The Immortal Barbarian team was too arrogant! Even if Solon wasnt asking, youd need toe out and teach them a lesson!" said Yan Xiaosu unflinchingly. "Oh,e on, what did Solon offer you this time? He would not be Wang Zheng if he did not know what Tyrant Su was up to. Yan Xiaosu squeezed out a smile and said, "Solon had promised me a full set of limited version Diamond Division mecha. Well, I dont really care about the petty advantages. The main reason I called you was because I could not stand the Immortal Barbarian team running a riot on our turf. " "Go and ask Solon to donate half of the profits this time to the veteran welfare associations and hand out the remaining parts in proportion," said Wang Zheng. "Dont worry, Boss, he wouldply even if you asked for the full profit," Yan Xiaosu said. But he knew Wang Zheng would not have requested that. Yan Xiaosu was not greedy either; he had asked for the set of mech just to satisfy his hobby. He just wanted it for his collection. In other words, it was more for show. Tyrant Su was a very simple person, and he enjoyed showing off. Solon did not sleep; a lot of the yers could not sleep either. What had happened today was unbearable. They had suffered even more miserable defeats, but somehow they were particrly angry this time. They just could not ept this oue. Prince and the others were also having a bad time. It was a humiliating defeat; they were so suppressed that they did not even have the chance to exert their strengths and strategies. They were merely following their opponents pace. No one felt happy about the battle, but reading thements made them felt even worse. "Prince, what the hell were you doing? Were you faking your moves? You did not even hit a single enemy." "Bragging Simon, you ought to change your name to just "Braggart". How about you switch to be a cook, where you could put your chopping techniques to full use." ...... Of course, the mocking from their opponent really drove them nuts. But the CT circle followed thew of the jungle. Either you mocked, or you got mocked. The reason why it ended like this was because the starting point was too high, and the expectation for them was too high. In the end, it formed a sharp contrast with reality. In the CT forum, everyone was thinking of countermeasures. They could not let the Immortal Barbarian team walk away so easily. That would be too degrading to all of them. There were quite a few masters other than Prince and his team, but good coordination was the most crucial factor in the battles at this level. No matter how the team was set up, the best choice for the midne was always Skeleton. The Skeleton Corps had already started to call for Skeleton. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun had also been affected by the result. Especially Ailun, he had bragged in front of three beauties about the greatness of the Earth region and the Skeleton Corps. While watching the game with three beauties and showing off his knowledge, Chen Xiu surely would have joined in... And the result... The disappointed looks on three girls when they left almost made Ailun want to kill himself. Where was Princesbo clutch shots? How about Bragging Simons Pentastrike legend? None of those got executed in the game. How could they stand watching a game like this? Solon was waiting silently in the dark. Finally, his Skylink shed. Solon almost jumped immediately. It was true that he had aplished his goal of bing the CEO of the Sr System region, but everything changed after he had gotten this position. The more power he had, the more responsibility and burden he had to take on. This defeat was a real knock to his position. He could only pin his hopes on Skeleton to turn the tide, but he could also feel that Skeleton held less and less interest in CT as time went by. When he saw Yan Xiaosus reply, Solon threw his hands in the air. His eyes were glowing in the dark! The official website sent out a notification at midnight, which was quite bizarre timing. ----Skeleton is here! This title was enough to put the sleepless fellowers to bed soundly. It was dusk in the capital of the Immortal Barbarian Star. This was the busiest time of the day in CT and their forums were bustling. They heard that their Immortal Barbarian team slew the Earth team who had just defeated the Norton team. If it was in the past, perhaps the crowd would only have read the title. But now that the Earth team had just gained fame, they had to read the details. After reading, they felt like there was nothing much to show off about. The gap between two teams was just too significant. They really could not understand how the Earth team had managed to defeat the Norton team. What truly attracted the Immortal Barbarians was the trolling andints in thement section. It was almost like a blockbuster movie to them. They all had heard about the theorists on the Earth, now they had seen them in action. They came up with numerous useless ns and tons of tactics...It might have seemed quite persuasive, but this was merely entertainment to the Immortal Barbarians. Their liveliness was also iparable to other ces. In just a few hours, tens of millions of posts emerged. However, the wholement section had quietened down after a CT official published a new announcement. This caused great curiosity among the Immortal Barbarian onlookers. What was going on? The people of Earth were known as the least chill people in the whole universe, and they had suddenly calmed down. What? Could it be that the server had crashed? Chapter 191: A Rarity Chapter 191: A Rarity Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Skeleton? The name sounded familiar. Was he the guy who defeated the Norton team? The number of users online suddenly dropped by 50% as soon as Solon published the news. This drop was a pleasant surprise to all of them. It was time to sleep! The crowd finally felt relieved. Many still had to go to work tomorrow. The Skeleton Corps was still bustling with activity; some people were obviously nning to stay up all night. What they were worried about was if Skeleton would fight in a solo battle or a team battle. They were considering what the lineup would be like in the event of a team battle. The abilities of the Immortal Barbarian team was beyond their imagination. The CT forum of the Sr System had reached unprecedented activity on the morning of the second day. The people from Mars, the people from the Moon, and the Caragal all paid close attention to this matter. Actually, the Kings of the Moon had considered offering aid, partly because letting the Immortal Barbarians bully them on their own turf would be embarrassing to the whole Sr System. However, the challenge now was still on theary level; it had not escted to the interster level yet. This meant that seeking aid from outside would give the impression of weakness. However, the Moon had sent out a message stating that if the Earth team could not seed alone, the strongest King on the Moon woulde to win in order to regain their reputation. After all, were the lightning javelins really so difficult to dodge? This question was also on the minds of many people. The weapon did not have the ability to lock on to the target. It was a manually targeted weapon. Honestly, it was more or less a specialised weapon that was only used in certain environments with certain cultural roots. In the whole Milky Way, there were only twos that still equipped the Lightning Javelin as a conventional weapon. The Immortal Barbarian Star was one of them. It was a result of their special geographic environment. On the other hand, it was difficult to utilise such a weapon well and it only served to restrictmon yers from using it. The situation with Prince and the others was also quite bad. They had received a lot of criticism. The discussion forums bashed them, saying that they were only experts when fighting locally, but insignificant whenpared to others. Others said that all of them were mighty and arrogant in peacetime, but weak and useless during critical moments. Werent they fond of showing off their moves and operating techniques all the time? Where were the moves and techniques when they were really needed? It seemed like they had cramped up and rolled over. The locals on Earth were not the only ones who said things like that. The people of the Moon also made sarcasticments. Prince and his teammates were under significant pressure. Nheless, they could not exin their way out of this after their defeat. Frankly speaking, the level of the Immortal Barbarians was much higher, so it was normal for teams to lose to them. If they had yed more discreetly, they might not have lost so badly. But if their tactics were too conservative on their home turf, they might still have been criticised. In the end, it was all because they were inferior in terms of skills. They had decided the time for their decisive battle. The only thing left was to decide the teammates. The Immortal Barbarians did not y solo anymore, now was the time for team battles. Solon gave Skeletonplete freedom to choose his teammates, as he had no idea how this fight should proceed. Prince, Hammer, Bragging Simon, Truth. Wang Zheng had watched the previous battle. To be honest, the gap between the two teams was not that big. It did not matter whether they yed a solo or team battle. The battle was about to start. This was also the result the yers from the Immortal Barbarian Star were waiting for. They came here for Skeleton; as long as they could defeat Skeleton, they could go home to glory and cheers. Solo? Virbius and the others had evaluated that it would be difficult to take on Skeleton in a solo battle. They did not have absolute confidence, so it would be better if they hit his weaknesses. It did not matter if Skeleton chose the Wargod No.1 or Hercules as his mech, as he would be a great burden to his teammates in a team battle. Moreover, Virbiuss y style was not well suited to solo battles. Good momentum and great preparation, the challenge from the Immortal Barbarians this time would be put to an end tomorrow night. Student Wang ate, trained, and did his assignments as usual. He did not frequent the Genesis Coffee club because somehow, those old men had endless questions regarding him. They had even asked about his rtionship and marriage status. He was still young. He could not understand why the elderly were always so enthusiastic about these kinds of matters. On the annual Moon auto show, luxury car manufacturers from all over the gxy would bring their gship cars to the show. The Moon was the key to opening up a business venture in the Sr System market. Apparently, people like Masasi had no interest in CT... "Masasi, how many tickets do you have for the auto show this afternoon?" Milo received a message on her Skylink. Milo was not that into CT either. They led their wonderful lives offline. However, the defeatst night forced Milo to reconsider her attacking methods. She realised thatbination attacks did not guarantee sess, the key was delivering the fatal attack when she was at her peak physical condition. Compared to CT, Milo was into more exciting events, which was quite the opposite of how she appeared to be. This was actually a characteristic of the people from the Moon, they were twopletely different people during workpared to leisure. "Dont worry about the tickets. Will Dorisius being along?" Masasi smiled. His family owned one of the top three luxury car manufacturers on the moon. Their sports cars of the Odin series had just won their fifth straight championship in the Sr System form race. "He has gone to Earth for some family affairs," said Milo. "I heard that it was for matchmaking." "Haha, what a poor child. Milo,e here. I have given you VIP ess for the autoshow. Boss will be there too." Masasi smiled. Although he had received some pressure from his family to find a wife, at least the issue of matchmaking had not befallen him so far. The tickets to the auto show were practically impossible to obtain. As the most influential auto show in the sr system, it would attract the rich from everywhere. The first three days of the auto show were targeted at the professionals, and the tickets were given to them for free. After the first three days, the massive crowd was the first thing that a visitor would see at the show. Achilles was neverte, he had always arrived on time. Masasi saw Achilless car in a reserved parking spot when he arrived at the auto show. "Boss, you look.... awesome." It had to be admitted, Achilles possessed all the traits of a man from the Moon. He shone bright like the sun in his lounge suit, and the beauties endlessly tried to make eye contact with him. Achilles smiled faintly and said, "Chill." "Hey, handsomes, where are yourpanions?" Milo showed up. What a bombshell! She showed off her slender legs and perky butt in a pair of tiny hot pants, but her facial expression waspletely innocent. This contrast made her drop-dead gorgeous. The cropped camo top on her body exposed her dainty waist and her cute belly button with a sparkling diamond navel stud. She could make any man fall for her. "How is my look today?" Milo apparently looked different today. Even her smile was more charming than usual. "Student Milo, are you sure you are not trying to seduce us?" Masasi ridiculed and said, "Well, your figure has developed quite a bit more." "Masasi, you are looking for trouble!" Milos mood, which she had been controlling for so long, was ruined. Achilles smiled and said, "Lets go. Must the both of you fight whenever you meet each other?" When they walked into the auto show hall, all types of sports cars were showing their own prowess on the booths. There were virtual test drives, advertising videos, interactive activities, and the pretty models from all the manufacturers. However, the number of audience members was kept at at a precise level. The hall was not too crowded but not too deste either. The waiters were walking through the people, providing service. From time to time, there would be people cing orders for the cars in the exhibition. They could either choose to bring home the car on disy after the exhibition was over, or they could request for a new car from the warehouse behind. Milo took a look at Masasi and purchased a fuchsia sports car from Hatamoto, the biggestpetitor to Masasis family. Masasi smiled and ordered an Odin 9 series from his familys booth. Achilles also causally ordered a sports car from Gaia, which was manufactured on Earth. The reason he chose it was because he liked the name. The mother of the world, it sounded ssy. None of the cars they ordered cost less than ten million dors. If Tyrant Su were here, he would definitely have mixed feelings. This was the difference between the rich and the wealthy. Though Little Lucky Star was pretty well-off, Xiaosu would not purchase cars like these. The three were not so interested in the auto show itself; they hade here just to rx. After they did some virtual test drives on a few prestigious luxury cars, they sat down in the resting area and started chatting. "I chatted with Pi Xiaoxiu on the Skylink yesterday. He wille back to Moonlight College with Dong Xiaosa for training in seven days," Milo said while sipping on her milk tea. "Pi Xiaoxiu will being back early?" Masasi smiled. Among the eight stars on the Moon, Pi Xiaoxiu was well known for his..ziness. Achilles said ndly, "My suggestion for him would be to start his special training in ten days." This was also an order from Achilles. A two-month summer vacation was too luxurious for them. 15 days off was the most he could offer. "On Mars, Lie Guang has came back. His potential deserves more attention. Regarding Earth, we have not gotten any useful information about Li Er. All of the people we ced in Zeus College have flunked out this semester." Li Er was currently keeping a low profile. It was evident that he had was nning something big. Milo was responsible for the collection of intelligence. She started the discussion habitually. "We came here to rx today, dont be so tense." Achilles stood up with a nd smile on his face. Earth and Mars were quite strong, but he looked far beyond them. He indeed possessed the ability to move beyond them. Milo smiled. She did need to relieve some stress. "Alright then." "I know you guys want to rx, but isnt it too boring just sitting here? How about we take our cars from the warehouse and have a race. Shall we, Boss?" Masasi suggested. Milos eyes flickered. "Masasi, you were 10 seconds behind Bossst time. You want to challenge him again?" "I am striving to narrow the gap to less than three seconds, the Gaia sports car that boss bought...well... is a grade lower than my Odin 9 series. If Boss could let me go first likest time, I might even win this time." Masasi was rxed. He was merely joking. Achilles smiled. "Didnt you hide your full abilityst time? Are you going to go all out this time?" "All out!" Masasi touched his nose while saying it. Milo blinked and said, "I will be the judge. I will spend the night with the winner." What??? Achilles and Masasi both took a look at Milo... sexy, charming, the sparkling diamond on her belly, those slim legs, perfect waist-hip ratio... what was more enjoyable than having a bombshell like this? "Really?" Masasi couldnt stop his imagination; no man could be calm when given such an offer. "Of course, I am talking about going for dinner. Masasi, it seems like you have finally matured. You have started to think about some other ways of spending the night." Milo smirked. Masasi took a look at Achilles. Damn, no wonder he was the boss. He was always so calm. Achilles shrugged causally. "Actually... you stole my line." Chapter 192: The Snob Chapter 192: The Snob Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The booming noises of the sports cars roared as they raced across the road. The three cars with advanced designs caught everyones eyes as they zed past. After driving for a while on the road, they got onto the maic levitationne on the side. The speed of the cars reached 400 km/hr as the maic levitation elerated the cars further. After 10 minutes, three cars entered the Stargod Race Circuit in the suburbs. Masasi typed something on his Skylink and then the staff came up to them instantly. "Young Master, have youe to test drive the cars? Could you please wait three minutes? We are emptying the race track right now." At this time, the race cars on the track were exiting the site swiftly. Smart track-maintaining robots inspected the tracks at the same time. This was the training spot for Masasis car-racing team. The car-racing team had always been Masasis stress relief. The race course possessed maglev tracks with bi-directional gravity devices. There were not one but threeyers of tracks inteced in the air. The racing cars could make various kinds of drifts and leaps by utilizing the maic force provided by the tracks. Compared to conventional tracks, it had more uncertainty. Besides technique, the drivers judgement and observation power would be crucial. The track inspection was aplished quickly, and the drivers from the Odin racing team were the audience for the race. They were cheering and screaming on the sidelines... Milo was too hot, and...the opponent of their master was Achilles. There were countless legends that had immortalised Achilles on the Moon. There was one about how he won the Auto Master title on the Moon when he was only thirteen. What was more impressive was that it only took him one month from learning to drive to winning the title. Moreover, it was the month of February. Precisely speaking, it only took him 28 days. "Do you think Master stands a chance? The Gaia sports cars engine is at least one grade worse on these tracks." "Wait and see, newbie. The legendary 28-day Auto Master will show you what he is made of. " As the drivers were discussing, the Odin 9 series and Gaia slowly moved onto the tracks. Milo stood in the center of the tracks, waving the checkered g coquettishly. A beautybined with the thrilling sight of a race. This perfect image excited everyone. Milo was mboyant and vibrant like a fire. The beauty of youth was in full bloom at the passionate racing game. Milo suddenly waved the g downwards and said, "Go!" Boom... Two sports cars flew out like two rockets! The roars of the engines echoed throughout the arena... This was what it meant when one spent the summer holiday on the Moon... It made others jealous just thinking about it. Apparently, not everyone was having such an exciting summer holiday. After An Mei got back from Rnd-Garros, she got called home by her family, so Lucky Star Su had to cancel his "schemes" reluctantly. After all, they were not officially married. Although Tyrant Su felt that it was difficult to be apart from her, her family wanted her back as soon as possible, so he could not hold on to her any longer. When they were in school, they could have lovely conversations at any time. But when she got home, she could only contact him on Skylink every other day. Time became so hard to kill. It was the first time that she felt like her summer holiday was boring. It was mainly because Yan Xiaosu had been a lot busier recently. Lucky Star Su had a lot going on in hispany too, where his talking skills could be ced to good use. Hence he could not afford to chat with her on Skylink for hours like before. "An Mei, this is the new product from daddyspany. Do you have anyments?" They said daughters were like their fathers warm little jacket. However, recently, An Mei no longer seemed like the warm little girl he once knew. He knew that his daughter had grown up and had be concerned with other things. "Hmm... well...this perfume is not too bad, but who was in charge of marketing it? This perfume was marketed as a seductive fragrance, but apparently it doesnt smell exceptionally alluring. On the contrary, it has a pretty girly smell. If you changed it to a smaller bottle, I bet that it will be popr among college girls. By the way, Dad, are you free tonight? You havent taken me out to eat for so long." An Mei held her daddys arm, smiling. It seemed like she had neglected her dad recently; otherwise, he would not have brought thepanys business to her attention. "I am free, of course I am free. How about going to the seafood restaurant?" "Daddy is the best." An Fengtang beamed with delight. His daughterspliment was better than anything else in this world. At this time, a teenage boy came out from the side yawning. "I am so thirsty. Sister, can you get me some juice?" Bop! The boy was knocked on his head. "Little An, have you forgotten your position in the family?! You should be the one to pour your sister some juice!" "What did you learn at college? You have not changed at all." An Shijie murmured reluctantly and ced a ss of juice in front his sister and said, "Sis, I have checked the ranking of beauties in Ares College. You are in the ninth position. Hehehehe." "What are youughing about?!" An Mei turned her head. She was a bit speechless. Her brother had no interest in studying, his biggest interest was gaming. Even his girlfriend got together with him after they met each other in the game. "Hehe, Sis, I dont think that you have no admirers... but your boyfriend has to have my approval! Otherwise, I will definitely drive him away," An Shijie said as if it was the most normal thing to do. An Mei red at him defiantly. "You think you are old enough to get involved in my business? I think you are asking for trouble." An Shijie got a shock seeing his sister being serious, as he knew his sister had an issue with violence. God knew how she had evolved further in a military academy. "I wouldnt dare! My sister has the beauty of a goddess, I am just worried that a beauty like you will get fooled easily." When he saw the doubtful look on An Meis face, he dry coughed and said, "Well, of course, my parents will not be able to take care of me for my whole life. My sister, you are the only one I can depend on. With your beauty, you can easily marry the heir of those bigpanies... in the future, wont it be his responsibility to take care of his younger brother-inw?" "Take a hike!" An Mei had mixed feelings of anger and amusement. Anyone with a brother like this would turnpletely speechless. "Okay! As long as you can find me a good brother-inw, I can even take a hike in the bathroom." When they were talking, a good-looking middle-aged woman came in. She was dressed in all designer clothes and the handbag she carried was a limited edition design from the top luxurious brand, Colo. There were only 100 bags like this in the whole Sr System. "What? Brother-inw? An Mei, didnt you just choose a random boyfriend?" "Mom!" An Mei bemoaned. "You should have listened to me in the first ce. Why did you even put Ares College as your first choice? I mean, are there any good boys in Ares College? They are just a bunch of feckless poor boys." Han Susu red at An Fengtang resentfully when she said that. The first choice was supported by him, but if it was up to her, An Mei would have gone to the University of Beijing. "Mom, how can you call them feckless if they could get into Ares College?" An Mei argued. Every family had its problems. She did not know when her mom had be so snobbish. "How much can army academy graduate make every month? 100K? One million? An Mei, my daughter, please dont think your mom is snobbish. Marriage is the key in a womans life. Dont end up like me. I have gained nothing from marrying your dad. I had to save up for more than half a year to buy this handbag. Those girls I looked down on when I was young.. they all live much better than me right now... Anyway, trust Moms experience." An Mei sighed lightly. Those words had fallen on deaf ears. An Shijie finished his drink on the side. He felt very helpless against their snobbish mother, but he was stopped before he could leave the conversation. "Dont go. Theres a banquet tonight, and I have bought new clothes for you. An Mei, go try them on. Shijie, stop hiding in the house all the time. Go and see the world. I dont want people to call you an otaku, I would be so ashamed." An Shijie had a bitter look on his face, but he knew that no one in the family could reject his moms decisions. It would be better if they just followed her orders and let it pass smoothly. "Mom, I dont want to go." A banquet? An Mei knew it was just a match-making session in disguise. "You will go no whether you want to or not. Go and meet some real talents. Once you have seen them, you wont get impressed by those poor guys anymore. Anyway, I did it for you own good... " It was yet another long-winded speech. An Mei sighed silently while looking down at her fingers. An Fengtang also felt awkward in such a conversation. He wanted An Mei to marry a wealthy man, but he felt that a true connection between them was important. Though Ans Beauty wasnt that big apany, there were still hundreds of employees working for them. It was apany of repute in the cosmetics market. An Shijie came towards An Mei. "Sis, Moms words were pretty blunt, but the key point was right. Dont get fooled by those poor guys, my happiness depends on you." An Mei could not take it anymore and she kicked him away. Her mom was a snob, her brother was a clown. How could she bring Yan Xiaosu home? How could she bring up the issue of Yan Xiaosu in her family? They got dragged to the banquet by their mom in the end, as no one in the family could do things against her will. "Sis, here are thetest updates. Mom was talking to the wife of the board chairman of the Kaiyang Group, I think that boy, Qian Xuan from Kaiyang, wille over next. Sis, just a warning. You should leave him alone, I heard that he is stingy as hell." An Shijie wanted his sister to marry a wealthy but not miserly man. Sure enough, the young master of the Kaiyang Group came over soon after. Arrogance was written all over his face. A flicker shed in his eyes when he saw An Mei. "An Mei, it has been a while since west met." "Have we even met before?" An Mei didnt really want to talk to him, but she knew her mom was watching her from not so far away. "Of course we met before. When you were in secondary school, I went for the meeting in your school..." An Mei made the effort to listen to his boasting. He was so boring! He thought that she was just a naive little girl. "An Mei, I feel like we will make the perfect couple." The young man couldnt contain himself; he drew this conclusion after his self-promoting. "Emm, sorry... I think I did something that made you misunderstand me. We arentpatible. Sorry." Her rejection was straight forward. In the past, she would usually put it more euphemistically to save her mom some face, but she could no longer stand it anymore. "You!" "Thank you, but I am ying the Angry Snowman game. I am busy right now." Qian Xuan walked away seething. In his eyes, there was something more than pure anger. He held a deep desire for her. He desired what he could not get, but he could not do much in public. He was scheming a way to get her, perhaps even through violent means. Han Susu rushed over and stared at An Mei. "You just ruined your rare chance of meeting the young master of the Kaiyang Group. What was that attitude for?" An Mei sighed. The summer holiday was just too long for her to keep her little secret from her family. "Mom, Im seeing a guy already." "What did you say?! You stupid girl, I told you dont get close to those poords..." "Mom, his family owns apany too." "Really?" Han Susu got curious. "He owns apany? In which field?" An Shijie came forward from the side as well. This was no joking matter. His future brother-inws wealth was directly linked to his own happiness in the future. "Tampons..." There was anger burning in Han Susus eyes. "What! That is even worse than your dad!" Chapter 193: Final Battle with the Immortal Barbarians Chapter 193: Final Battle with the Immortal Barbarians Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas An Shijie also rolled his eyes. Well, at least his sister would not run out of tampons anymore. "So what if he sells tampons? It is also a business," An Mei argued. "Business? There are tons of businesses in the world, do you think they are all on the same level? Can tampon sellers bepared to spaceship builders? Oh God, I am so angry I could die!" "Why not!? Who says a tamponpany cant build a spaceship!?" An Mei knew her snobbish mom too well. If she did not tell her about her boyfriend, she would not even have a proper summer holiday. "Huh, if it is really like what you say, I will not care about your business from now on. Haha, maybe pigs can fly too." "Have you heard of Little Lucky Star Company?" Han Susu was stunned. Of course she had heard of it. ording to rumors in themercial circles, it was once a mediocre small firm, but it had gained poprity all over Earth all of a sudden. It was said that the young heir was a business genius. He saw the world with extraordinary insight and he also took part in some major projects in the Milky Way Alliance. This was the hot topic at their tea parties recently. "Sis, are you telling me that Yan Xiaosu is your boyfriend? Seriously? He set his eyes on you?" An Shijie was also in a state of shock. "Hey, what are you talking about? I think it was his luck to meet An Mei. " "Sister, my dear sister. You are my idol from now on. I will do anything you ask me to do. Mom, why are you so snobbish? Dont you know the saying follow your heart?" Laughter appeared on Han Susus face. "Aww, thats my girl. I knew my daughter wouldnt settle for some low ss man. Lets talk over there. When do you n to invite him over to our house?" "I dont know, he is busy." "Well, he cant be too busy to spend some time with you. By the way, how many sons does his parents have?" "Mom! Stop talking like that, or I will break up with him." "Dont! Well, I asked that for your own good. Fine, Im not going to ask you, I will ask someone else about it." This good news was more than enough for her to brag about in front of her "friends" at the tea parties. But An Mei did not cheer up at all. She did like Yan Xiaosu, but she did not need anyone elses approval to do so. The love between them was something very pure and she did not care what Yan Xiaosu was like before, nor who he was going be in the future. She had the confidence that she would stay the same, ever confident, but... A snobbish mommy wouldnt necessarily rear a snobbish daughter... Another day had passed, and by 7 PM that night, the final battle between the Earth region and the Immortal Region was about to begin. Both sides had picked their team members from their respective strongest Kings, with one exception. The name lists of both sides were confirmed: Earth: Skeleton, Bragging Simon, Prince, Hammer, Truth. Immortal Barbarians: Virbius, LMPO, PPA, King of the Stars, DADI. Commentators: Bubbly Foam, Young Deer. Twelve million people had booked the tickets for the streaming event, which was an unprecedented record. Everyone wanted to see how Skeleton could reverse the result even when he was fighting against the strong enemies from the Immortal Barbarian Star, especially after his teammates had been brutally defeated. They were all suffering from low morale. Could Skeleton alone change the tide? "Hello, everyone! I am Bubbly Foam, wee to the CT invitational meet. We have the top professional and amateur yers from Earth and the Immortal Barbarian Star today." Bubbly Foam appeared on the stream with a smile on her face. This immediately caused chaos in thement section. Goddess Bubbly Foam became even prettier in just a few days time. Meanwhile, Old Deer had a gloomy look on his face. "Hello, I am Young Deer. The Earth region has been pushed to the edge of a cliff. It is time for the decisive battle, and the burden will be on Skeleton. I hope he will perform to the best of his ability in the team battle." "Old Deer, what do you think the key to winning in this battle is?" Bubbly Foam asked. Generally, on asions like this, Young Deer would stop trash-talking. After all, they were facing enemies from the outside. "The key in this battle will surely be Skeleton," said Old Deer, and the crowd raised a cheer. Old Deer had finally yielded. But Old Deer still looked gloomy. "In a critical contest like this, my opinion is that Skeleton should put his individualistic pride aside and focus more on the teamwork. I would rmend the most deadly midne mech to him, the Holy Pdin Type M. It will provide a bnced performance in this battle. Moreover, the energy shield of the Holy Pdin Type M could show its full potential in this battle." Old Deer was talking with great confidence until he got hit by a sudden wave of passion. "Skeleton, you must win this battle! Otherwise, you will be the sinner of Earth!" Bubbly Foam was dumbfounded by hisment and so was the chat. 90% of people thought that Old Deer had nned to surrender, because trash talking Skeleton at this time was equal to denying his standpoint as a person from Earth. Who could have thought that he hade up with a new scheme? They could only say that the people of Earth could not stop God Deer from trash-talking Skeleton! Some in the audience had to agree with Old Deer. After all, it was not a solo battle. This was a decisive battle that determined the honor of Earth. With the protection of the energy shield, the mech itself would be under less pressure because the energy shield could absorb 50% of the damage. Without the energy shield, just one shot from the Lightning Javelin could easily end the game. The exhibition match was one thing, but this one battle held much more significance. It was being watched not only by the people of Earth, all the other regions in the sr system were paying attention to this battle. There was too much drama surrounding this battle. And as a consequence of it, too much attention was drawn to it. "Boss, the CEO from the Norton Region, Ross, wanted to purchase the broadcasting rights for this battle," said the secretary, Xiao Ya. She was wearing a white, low-cut shirt, so he could see her cleavage when she stooped down. Solon smiled. "Charge him two percent higher than the standard price." "Wont it scare him away?" Xiao Ya asked. Solon looked at her. This woman was really thickheaded, did he really need to exin it? "Besides, you should wear more clothes at work," said Solon. A man in his position had seen all types of women, and he really did not understand why the human resources department had recruited her. Ross had just lost money. Why would he be so kind as to spend money on the Earth Region? He was up to something perhaps killing two birds with one stone. The Immortal Barbarians had won, and they had also vented their hatred. After all, it was apetition among their own Andromeda gxy; if the Immortal Barbarians had lost, it would have been even better. It showed that the Earth teams power was not inferior and the Immortal Barbarians would have lost face as well. An experienced publicity head knew publicity could be done from many different perspectives. In his position, no news was the worst news. On the other side, Ross was pissed off, but he had to agree to the deal. This high level of interest guaranteed an abundant advertising fee. The sr system did not possess arge influence on their market. But once the Immortal Barbarian Star was involved, the market would follow. As for what was to be advertised... it was better to stay neutral before the results were out. "Boss, there were ten plus mediapanies that requested the broadcasting rights. Additionally, the Moon, Mars, and the Caragal requested VVIP level HD signals for streaming." Solon wasmanding the situation on hand calmly like a general. For requests within the sr system, they would pay the standard price. Although he was directly in charge of the Earth Region, as the CEO of the Sr System region, he had to consider every separately. Not to mention the fact that he was bound to see much more business from them in the future, it was unnecessary to take advantage of them right now. Adding in the revenue from the overseas market, they would still make a sizeable profit regardless of the result. But half of the revenue would be donated to a charity of Skeletons choice. Indeed, it seemed like Skeleton was super rich. Solon was quite amazed, but he admired Skeletons decision as well. In actuality, Wang Zheng was in the Brothers Net cafe with Yan Xiaosu. They were drinking the free drinks given by the boss. Even though they had to pay, it cost only five dors. "Boss, watch out for the Lightning Javelin. I tried it a few times, that s**t is so hard to aim with, but that guy was so urate with it. It was unbelievable." Yan Xiaosu was the Tactical Analysis Officer. He talked on and on about his opinion of the Jungle Scamper Type-M. Wang Zheng was listening while reading some other stuff. What Yan Xiaosu said did not really matter. He would just let him talk if he wanted to. "Boss, I have been talking a lot. Do you have anyments?" Tyrant Su had a chance to be a professional, and he felt like he was making some kind of contribution. "Hmm... well...the Immortal Barbarians are on the same level as the Norton team," Wang Zhengmented. Yan Xiaosu was stunned. "And?" "And what?" Wang Zheng did not know what else toment. "Boss, the Immortal Barbarians style ispletely different from the Norton teams. Didnt you see that they were quite the opposite? Do you have any particr tactics? That way, I would be able to go andfort the guys in the Corps." What Xiaosu truly wanted was to impress them with words. Wang Zheng thought for a while. "Well, just dont get shot...I think." Yan Xiaosu was stunned again. "What kind of tactic is that?" What the hell... if he had to tell this to the other guys, it would be better off if he just killed himself. Meanwhile, various other yers were contributing their ideas and suggestions. It had been almost a fortnight since the Immortal Barbarians invaded Earth. The team from Earth had only lost ever since. Now it was time for the final battle. They would finally get their revenge, but if they could not win the battle with this lineup, then it would truly be over. "I think Skeleton can beat the s**t out of his opponents as long as he chooses a more advanced mech." "I dont think it will be so easy. After all, they are still a bit higher level than us. I think if Skeleton chooses the Wargod No.1, the opponents will have a 70% chance to win." "The key was that Prince and his teammates were too weak, they couldnt y their roles well. Look what happened in thest battle, a brittleskin took the lead and got all of them killed. I think Skeleton will have a lot of pressure on him this time." "Virbius had an insanely high hit rate in the previous battle. He could totally end the game with one shot this time." "If I were the yers on the Immortal Barbarians side, I would just focus on hitting Skeleton or use theser to interfere with his ability to dodge. I would let Virbius kill him with one javelin strike. This will surely end the game with the video topping the charts." "If I were Skeleton, I would choose the Holy Pdin Type M. It is pretty well bnced in terms of powers, its y style is familiar to Skeleton, and it is the best continuation of the Wargod No.1 series. It could definitely save the game." What people cared about right now was not victory or defeat. Instead, they were discussing about whether Skeleton would change his mech. The Hercules was obviously not a good option. If Skeleton won this game using the Hercules, the whole world would eat milk cartons together with Young Deer. The Hercules was an agricultural machine after all; it had too many limitations. So the choice had been narrowed down to the Wargod No.1 or the Holy Pdin Type M. If he made the right decision, the odds of winning would definitely go up, but if he didnt ...honestly, people were still quite worried. The javelins from Virbius were quite scary and the teamwork of the opponents was exceptional. Sometimes they were just like a bunch of well-trained actors. They prepared traps and feinted their actions so that Virbius could go hunting with his javelins. Chapter 194: Taking Advantage Chapter 194: Taking Advantage Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was the Immortal Barbarians style - adaptability. They had mastered the art of timing. Frankly speaking, the team from the Norton Star had the right idea. Against such an adaptable opponent, the solution would be to use sturdy formations and discipline to gradually wear their opponent out. The Milky Way Gxy liked the Norton fighters as their mechanical teamwork was wless. If they defended a position, they would not budge from it. Their stubborn resistance would gradually wear out their opponents and ce them under stress, and this would ultimately lead to victory for the Norton fighters. Yuan Long could not help but watch. One was a person who defeated him and the other was E, his old opponent when he was at the Andromeda IG selection. Not many people knew that the person controlling Virbius was a female. Both of them were selected for the Andromeda IG trials. The one controlling Virbius was not the original owner of the ount, E had borrowed it from him. E was always eager to be first and thus had informed him toe and have a look. Frankly speaking, that battle had affected Yuan Long deeply. He took a whole week to recover from the shock. He kept thinking of what had happened to himself. During the battle, he felt like he had been possessed by a demon and was being controlled by his opponents. Was this Earths witchcraft? It was obviously impossible... someone who could suppress another persons spirit only existed in legends. Es explosive ability was used to lure Skeleton out. She did not believe that he would decline. E rarely yed CT, mainly because there was no challenge in it. However, she was still the idol of many Immortal Barbarian Kings----Goddess E. Naturally, a goddess demands must be satisfied, much less something so minor. Why else were they so confident? A person who had defeated Yuan Long should not be taken lightly. In the face of Es provocation, Yuan Long merely smiled. E, who had inherited the lineage of the immortal tribes and also fully integrated her human capabilities, was indeed a master. E and Yuan Long were different only in terms of styles. In a one-on-one battle, Yuan Long felt that the odds would not be in his favor. His opponent had a strange style and would be difficult to counter. But if it was a team battle, that would be a different story. Yuan Long would not take a girls provocation too seriously. In Yuan Longs eyes, this was going to be a battle of only two or three bouts. What he really wanted to see was Skeletons reaction. This battle was of great importance as the reputation of the entire Earth Region was at stake. Bubbly Foam and Young Deer were both very cautious, but in different ways. Bubbly Foam was encouraging, while Young Deer yed the role of the viin. It has to be said that Deer Gods philosophy was pretty reasonable. He could always find an angle to apply pressure to Skeleton. In the past, he racked his brain to force Skeleton into a difficult position. This time, Young Deer once again forced Skeleton to make a choice. Of course, all of this was done for the benefit of Earth. It was eight oclock when the contestants entered the hall where the battle would take ce. Prince and the others had yed major games before, but they were not confident about this battle. This could be their chance for redemption. However, if they once again made mistakes in their piloting, it would end catastrophically. Honestly speaking, they felt that it would have been better if Skeleton used the Holy Pdin Type M mech. He might have bit off more than he could chew with his current selection. Besides, the Holy Pdin Type M was an advanced version of the Wargod No.1 mech. That mech would have offered a simr ystyle for Skeleton. But there was no point in saying anything now. "Alright, the contestants have all entered the battlefield. Let the mech selection begin! This is a blind draft, so there will be no banning of the mecha. Everyone will be able to y to their strengths. May the strongest emerge victorious," Young Deer said. "The opponents seem to be taking advantage of this." Bragging Simon declined to pick the midne. He took a look at his teams situation and picked "Thorn Star". This was a mobile fighter scout. Prince confirmed his selection of the War Emperor Type V with the Electric Halberd. This was his bestbination. s, he did not have to chance to utilize its full potential in the previous battle as he had been totally suppressed. Hammer chose the Gold Guardian with the Hammer Auxiliary System. As a professional support yer, Hammer actually performed better than the others in the previous battle. Unfortunately, the Gold Guardian could only deliver a normal performance output and could also be eventually destroyed if its teammates could not provide it with timely help. Truth picked the Tyrannosaurus Rex. It was by far the best beast-type mech of Earth. It was ssified as a heavy tank-type, but as it was also a beast-type, so its movements were better than the average tank-type mechs. The mecha that the Earth team selected was a little unique. Each of them had made a small sacrifice for the team. Both Bragging Simon and Truth used unconventional mecha, this ensured that the team was bnced. Both had made way for someone else to pick the midne. From a certain point of view, the Earth teams selections were the most bnced. Since ancient times, the people of Earth had firmly believed that only through bnce would they achieve victory. But....most were destroyed in the end. There was no hesitation from their opponents, they selected the exact same lineup. The midne was taken by Virbiuss Jungle Scamper Type-M. Two of its other teammates werebat-type mecha, while the remaining two had selected scout-type mecha. This ensured that their lineup possessed mobility. As of now, everyones focus was on Skeleton, who had thest pick. It was not because he was a big wig, but rather because he had the lowest CT score, also known as the "position without rights." Young Deer shook his fist and muttered something under his breath. No one knew what he said. Wang Zheng picked the Wargod No.1 without any hesitation. Tsk, why would he have picked the Hercules? Student Wang was not stupid. The Hercules was good in meleebat, but it would be beaten to a pulp when it came to rangedbat. The selection of the Wargod. No.1 caused some of them to let out a sigh of relief, but at the same time caused the others to be worried. Skeletons choice of the Wargod No.1 showed that he was confident, but....everyone else still had their doubts. Skeleton, Bragging Simon, as well as their friends were all feeling the immense pressure. They could not afford another loss. "Skeleton, do you have any tactic in mind? We will do anything as long as it helps us win!" Prince said. Their goal for participating was to win. They were not doing this for personal benefit, but for the glory of the Earth region. Otherwise, they might as well be substituted. It did not matter if they won or lost, they were not the only Kings in the Earth region. "We will follow your previous tactic," Wang Zheng said. The four others were stunned. Was he being serious? Wouldnt they end up dead? Since Skeleton was the main force of their effort, they naturally deferred to him. But in fact, they had studied the situation and could not think of an alternative way. They could not afford to allow their opponents to shoot at them. This was a critical issue, so they just could not afford it. The Immortal Barbarians were too adaptable, they were also highly urate at long ranges. If they were to fight the Immortal Barbarians head on in a ranged battle, their own forces would definitely get destroyed. "It looks like our Skeleton God is full of confidence. This is a good thing, I will smash the windows in your house if you lose. Ladies and gentlemen, next up is the selection of the battleground," Young Deer said. He was still calm and collected even in such an asion. "The guy on the other team likes to push his own limits." "Is this Skeleton guy really that good? He actually picked the Wargod No.1 against the Immortal Barbarians. Is he trying to be cool?" "Would you want him to pick the Hercules instead?!" Bubbly Foam smiled and said, "The number of viewers watching the VIP live broadcast is over 16 million, and many of them are friends from beyond Earth. We, as the hosts, should see some of the hottestmentsing from our celestial friends. In fact, some of them are quite well-written." Bubble Foam couldnt continue. The sky of the Earth was totally ck! The cows were flying! Why were the cows flying?! Little Skeleton was trying to change the winds by blowing with his mouth! Bubbly Foam did not answer, but Old Deer had read out this paragraph. The Skeleton Corps could not endure this any longer. What rubbish! Did the Immortal Barbarian Star even have cows? Did they even know what cows looked like? Someone please give this idiot an encyclopedia! "Let me do a pre-match interview. The fans of the Immortal Barbarians are quite unfriendly!" Old Deer said. "This is a time for the contestants to prepare themselves mentally, so an interview right now would not be a good idea." "It is fine, he would reject my invite if he did not want not be interviewed. Look.....it connected. Young Deerughed. Why would the invite be epted after what Young Deer had said? "Contestant Skeleton, this battle is of great importance. What do you have to say about this?" Everyone held their breaths. It actually connected. He must have something he wanted to say. "If you cannd a shot, I will count it as your win," Wang Zheng said bluntly. "Very well, everyone heard what you just said! Student Skeleton is full of confidence. If Skeleton is not hit by a single shot in this entire battle, then I will do something that everyone loves!" Everyone was very clear on what they would love to do to Deer God. Countless people screamed like babies. At the end of it all, a ck pot was still ck. Old Deer was from Earth, so he would naturally side with Earth. But Skeletons words had strongly provoked his opponents. How dare he brag like that, given Earths low standing. Were they courting their own deaths?" But a brittle mech like the Wargod No.1 would be instantly destroyed in a single direct hit. Even a ncing shot would damage it badly. This was just too absurd. Did he not know the power of the Lightning Javelin? This type of mech was unpopr not because it was weak, but rather because not many could grasp its medium distance throwing technology. But the Immortal Barbarians were different, their ancestors were the pioneers of this technology. This ability flowed through their veins and their gic memories. Of course, a proficient user like E was also a rare sight. Map: The Roar of Ice and Fire This was a famously cruel map. This wilderness map was less often used in team battles. There was no shelter and it tested a pilots ability to operate his or her mech. The Immortal Barbarians had originally not intended to pick this map, but given how arrogant their opponent was, they decided to teach him a lesson. It was possible to use mobility as a form of shelter. Skeleton had disyed this ability before, and he was a veteran of many battles. This was the most effective use of the environment, and it would result in additionalbat effectiveness. But since he was so arrogant, his opponents decided to give no quarter. Prince and the others were stunned. They understood Skeletons intentions. Skeleton had wanted to provoke his opponents and draw all their attention on to him so that his teammates would then be able to utilize their potential. At the same time, this agitated his opponents. Before, everyone disyed some respect towards each other and battlefields were picked at random. But this time, his opponents directly picked the battlefield. Wang Zheng was not too concerned. It would be best if his mech had cover when it moved, but it was also fine if it did not, as the opponents too did not have any cover. It was not as if he alone did not have the benefit of cover. They could not have tunnel vision while switching between offense and defense. As long as they had a solid offense, the pressure on their defense would be reduced. The question was, how were they going to increase their offensive power?! This sort of map was very simple, it tested the pilots mechanical skills as well as their understanding of the mech. One would immediately fire their weapon while pressing the assault. They had to do so regardless if they hit or not. There was no chance to retreat. The moment one sides momentum was broken, that team would surely be destroyed. Chapter 195: Rebirth From the Flames Chapter 195: Rebirth From the mes Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Truth chose a tank-type mech. It had strong firepower when it came to long-range attacks, but was incredibly inurate. By sheer luck, it was a beast-type, which assured that the mech was sufficiently mobile. If it were a humanoid type, the pilot would probably start crying at how ineffective it would be. The audience started to cheer and scream the moment the ten mecha appeared on the battlefield. The audience became silent when the safety light was turned off. The gxy-wide broadcast had started. Countless people had their attentions focused on this "friendly"petition. As the name suggested,petition came first and friendship came second. Truth took the lead and set up a trapezoidal formation. He would try his best to cover the Wargod No.1. Otherwise, Skeleton would not be able to y to his full potential. "Brothers, take the front. I am counting on you," Wang Zheng suddenly said. Prince and the others were desperate, so they did not want toin about Skeletons choice of the Wargod No.1. However, looking at the map that their opponent had chosen, the situation seemed bleak. This was not a solo battle! But what had Skeleton said just now? Brothers? Counting on them? Damn, that meant he actually trusted them! Prince and the others felt a power surge inside their bodies. Even their thoughts became clearer. Damn! Werent the enemies just a group of uncivilised barbarians? They really thought that they were better than us? If they were talking about raw skill, Prince and the rest were not any worse! The opponents were not necessarily better than them! "GO!" "Truth and I will take the front!" Hammer said. This was what support yers did. I am the best support of all! Hammer felt that he was about to ascend to godhood! Truths eyes shone brightly blue. "I am the Truth. Remember this old mans name: Liu Dongliu!" All ten mech warriors on both sides charged furiously at each other withser weapons zing. The Immortal Barbarians were quite confident in their ability to suppress their opponents at long range. The moment the battle started, the entire Immortal Barbarian team focused their attention on Skeleton. They aimed to obliterate the puny Wargod No.1 mech. Even if they did not seed in blowing it up, the Wargod No.1 would surely be severely crippled. There were still people that dared to use the brittleskin. But Student Wang was quite wretched. In team battles, the first person to run out alone would definitely get destroyed instantly, even more so for a famous pilot. But it was a different story if there were teammates. The top pilots of the Earth region were on his team, and they were notcking in awareness nor experience. They were just a little low on morale. Truth was a flexible pilot, he could use both damage-type and sniper-type mecha. He rarely yed as a tank. When he did y as a tank, his main focus was on suppressing the enemy and not dealing damage. At this moment, he demonstrated his strong piloting skills, suppressing his opponents wholly! People did not hesitate when they were inspired. Through this, they would be able to unleash their full potential. While Hammer took up the support role, he did not expend his resources on offence but rather focused on defense. His full attention was ced on covering his teammates. This role was dependent on technique, thus it was the most difficult role to perform. Some attacks were fatal and it would be silly to even attempt to block them. Other attacks had to be met head on as avoiding them would result in his teammates being isted and attacked. This role required critical thinking skills as well as excellent judgment, and a support thatcked self-confidence was useless. Only one thought upied Hammers mind right now: Skeleton was totally dependent on his protection in this battle. Hammer knew that he was the key to victory in this battle. Hammer entered an extremely focused state of mind to perform his support duties. He used the excellent capabilities of his energy shield to improve his teams defense. He not only helped the Wargod No.1 get into advantageous positions, he also helped to protect his other teammates. Theser shotsing from the other side were urate, but the Earth team responded with equally urateser shots. This was because Skeletons attacks were so ferocious! No, perhaps it was wrong to say that the Wargod No.1sser shots were overwhelmingly ferocious, it was more correct to say that they were highly urate. With ten rapidly fired shots, he had suppressed two of his opponents. Everyone knew that there was no way a mech could be destroyed by those shots, as their energy shields were full. But the key in this battle was preserving their energy shield levels. Some attacks required a great amount of energy, so it would be a disaster if someone got hit while his energy levels were low. With Wang Zhengs suppression, the pressure was lifted off the defense. This allowed his teammates the time and space to make better tactical decisions. The opponents intention to focus down Skeleton was all too clear. Hammer and Truth performed defensive duties, Prince and Bragging Simon also went forward to block a volley of attacks. They could not leave Hammer and Truth to absorb everything, it would be too punishing for them. Their opponents disyed their trademark flexibility. Although this did not give them a decisive advantage, it was obvious that they had the upper hand. By the time both sides came within fifty-meters of each other, the Earth region had expended 40% of their energy shields and the Immortal Barbarians had expended 20% of theirs. Of course, the Wargod No.1 did not have any energy shields and thus both sides were closely tied when it came to individual energy levels. This result was much better than the previous battle. Prince and the others then realized that their opponents were not that strong! They had not been able to crush the Earth region team! Both sides engaged in meleebat and beam sabers were drawn from their scabbards. The Wargod No.1 also drew its titanium sword. The Wargod No.1 then left the protection of its teammates and dashed towards the frontlines. The Jungle Scamper on the opposing team suddenly switched modes and with two pounces, leapt to the front of its team. It then switched modes again into the semi-beast mode and revealed the Lightning Javelin in its hands. In a sh, the Lightning Javelin wasunched outwards! To be honest, Prince and the others were taken aback upon seeing this scene. They felt intimidated. At this moment, the Wargod No.1 moved a distance of five to six body lengths away from his teammates. There was a sh of energy from the opposing side, Wargod No.1 tilted its head sideways, and a shot from the Lightning Javelin streaked past its head. There was a burst of exmation from the live broadcast area. The audience could feel their palms getting sweaty. Holy f**k, that shot was aimed directly at the Wargod No.1s head. What great self-confidence! So close.... Both sides continued to close the distance between each other. The second st of the Lightning Javelin was ready. Swish.... Amidst the howls of surprise from the audience, the Wargod No.1 executed a strong horizontal movement and abruptly dodged a shot. This shot nearly hit Prince and it startled him. Since the start of the battle, Yuan Long had his aim focused on Skeleton and E. As Yuan Long observed silently, he had a bad feeling in his heart. Because from the point of view of Es group, he knew that they did not pay heed to the Wargod No.1. The mecha were getting closer and closer, it was going to be a bitter battle. A scout-type mech dashed out. It was obvious that it intended to obliterate the brittleskin. How dare a brittleskin do this! At this moment, Virbius had already prepared the third Lightning Javelin, getting ready for the crucial strike. Ten meters....five meters.... Now! The beam saber was ferociously swung towards the Wargod No.1, and the Wargod No.1 suddenly staggered back a step as if it were about to trip over. The opposing scout-type mech hesitated for at most a fraction of a second, but that was enough. The Wargod No. 1 executed its Leaning Landslide! Almost at the same time, a volley of shots was fired. Virbius was ruthless, he had fired preemptively. This volley of shots was likely to injure her own teammates. But Virbius was confident in her actions. Boom.... The scout-type mech was hit and its energy shield started to ripple. At this moment, there was a bang.... The Lightning Javelin had hit! But it did not hit Wang Zheng, it had hit the scout-type mech of the Immortal Barbarians instead! The mechs energy shield was not full to begin with, and in an instant, it had been brought to below half. Wang Zheng did not stop there and proceeded to throw his opponent outwards. Behind him, the ferocious Tyrannosaurus Rex rushed forward. This was a direct assault. Moreover, it was a heavy tank-type mech assaulting a scout-type mech. A crushing blow was dealt. Boom.... Someone on the opposing side got destroyed. Truth howled like a wild beast from within his cockpit. The sound of the explosion had released him from his two days of torment! Wang Zhengs target was very obvious, it was the opposing teams Virbius. Although they had lost one teammate, the Immortal Barbarians still did not seem to realize the situation they were in. They continued to regard everyone except Skeleton as newbies. Entering meleebat, the adaptable enemy mecha gave way to the stampeding Tyrannosaurus Rex. Each mech was matched against another, but their attention was still focused on Skeleton. Generally, a team would be at their most rxed after defeating an enemy. Virbius brandished her Lightning Javelin again. Wang Zheng avoided the javelin, and with a roar, he dashed towards his opponent. At this moment, the Tyrannosaurus Rex was pinned down by two mech warriors of the Immortal Barbarians. And in an instant, the Tyrannosaurus Rexs energy shield was broken by the duo and it seemed doomed to destruction. Suddenly, the Wargod No.1 dropped from above, shing violently. It had to give up its pursuit of Virbius. The Wargod No.1s titanium sword blocked the beam saber from the first mech while simultaneously kicking the other mech, sending it flying. And at this moment, the Jungle Scamper, which was a distance away, suddenly switched back to semi-beast mode. Without hesitation, it brandished its Lightning Javelin and fired off yet another javelin. Fast! urate! Ruthless! If Wang Zheng wanted to rescue his teammate, he would definitely get hit by the volley. It could even be said that if he hesitated, both of them would be destroyed. Yet at this moment, a roar was heard. An Electric Halberd descended from the sky! It was Princes weapon! What the f**k, the Immortal Barbarians really regarded us as newbies?! The Electric Halberd strike bought a little time for respite as it forced the enemy back. The Wargod No.1 was given a little bit of time to avoid the Lightning Javelin. But then Virbius fired off yet another javelin. This was absolutely frustrating! At the same time, the Lightning Javelins had suppressed both Bragging Simon and Hammer. The Immortal Barbarians had disyed their ruthlessness! Virbius was feared not only for her offensive prowess but also her suppressive ability. Tyrannosaurus Rexs attackscked technique, so it had quickly gotten overrun. Its energy shield was destroyed and it put the Wargod No.1 in a difficult situation. Should the Wargod No.1 save itself or save its teammate? But no matter who was saved, the result would be disastrous. Virbiuss Lightning Javelin was ready once again. This battle hade to its conclusion. The entire audience was silent. This was the deciding moment. There was no room for newbies here, every avable teammate was a critical advantage. Bymon logic, the wisest choice was to abandon the Tyrannosaurus Rex and pursue Virbius in order to suppress it. If Virbius was not suppressed, the entire Earth team risked being annihted. The Wargod No.1 gave up on the Tyrannosaurus Rex without hesitation. It had to consider the bigger picture. But it still hurt a little. Were they going to abandon the Tyrannosaurus Rex just like that? Boom.... The fatal javelin was fired. With his energy shield levels depleted, Truth calmly epted his destruction. Suddenly, a figure descended from the sky. War Emperor Type V! Prince had arrived. Princes energy shield was destroyed instantly, but he did not shrink from the blow. He pulled out the War Emperors Electric Halberd and kicked out while the Tyrannosaurus Rex rushed forward. Boom.... Princes strong engine control together with his Electromaic Gravity System came into y! This was also known to the Earth region as Princes Double Kill! Only Prince could have pulled this off, and no one had expected him to arrive at this moment. Although hecked his energy shield, because the opponents had one less scout, they now had the advantage in numbers. Some children who hade from foreignnds were stunned....these were the same people who got destroyedst time? Chapter 196: Complete Destruction Chapter 196: Complete Destruction Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Hammer entangled the remaining scout desperately. The scout had almost killed Hammer with just a few hits. In this sense, Hammer was also quite skilled for being able to survive, but Bragging Simons Pentastrike was no joke either. Bragging Simon was a man of pride, and he was pissed off by the current situation, so he started hitting at things without thinking it through. If he did notnd his hits, Hammer would be screwed. And if Hammer was screwed, so was he. The mech roared and the beam saber crackled with lightning. BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM... Hexastrike! He had broken his record! At the same time, Hammer used an especially despicable move! It was the Sliding Shovel. To think that he could use such a move at such a desperate time to deflect the enemies attack! It bought him another moment of respite. This was sufficient. Bragging Simon was at the enemy once again, unleashing another Hexastrike while roaring ferociously. After executing the second Hexastrike, Bragging Simon could no longer move as his mechs arm had been blown off by the force from his attack. But even if he were to be destroyed while standing right now, it would all still be worth it. The enemy had been dealt with. Wang Zheng chased the Jungle Scamper in his Wargod No.1. The Jungle Scamper switched into the beast mode, which increased its movement speed by 20%, making it difficult for the Wargod No.1 to keep up. The moment the distance was created, the Jungle Scamper turned around and fired off a javelin at close proximity. There was nothing anyone could do about it. It was useless. Given the Wargod No.1s current speed, there was no way in hell it could have caught up to the Jungle Scamper. Poof..... With a strongly controlled rotation, the Wargod No.1s chassis let out a shrill creak and dodged the iing javelin. But if the Wargod No.1 retreated, the Jungle Scamper immediately give chase. The Jungle Scampers intuition was unbelievable; it was as if it knew exactly how the Wargod No.1 was going to respond. Another javelin was fired at the Wargod No.1. Predictive ability. Nobody couldpete against this sort of mech coupled with its pilots skills. This was a precarious situation. The Jungle Scampers pilot could fluidly switch between the different modes and still maintain its battlefield awareness, staying one step ahead of her opponents. It was as if a God was piloting the mech. The distance between them and the others was too far apart now, so no one coulde to their rescue. Both sides offense and defense had turned into an array of lightning sparks. Had it been another person in this situation, their brain would not even be able to respond. However, it was as if time had stopped for Wang Zheng. It was under these situations that his brain was at its calmest and his body was most steady. The greater the pressure, the better he responded. While the Wargod No.1 was rushing along, it suddenly started rotating. What... This was not a time for acrobatic performances! Rotating would only cause the Wargod No.1 to lose its bnce. It was okay if he wanted to show off, but it might result in him losing his bearings. But this rotation slowed down the Wargod No.1s moving trajectory by half a second, and the shot from the cannon had been aimed ahead of it. But at almost the same time, a white light streaked out. The titanium sword flew towards the Jungle Scampers face with deadly uracy. The children from the Immortal Barbarian Star were stunned. Was Skeleton going to maintain his bnce by controlling his mech with sheer force? Even if he maintained his bnce while spinning, how did he manage to aim that throw? But it was as if the Jungle Scamper did not even give it thought and turned on its energy shield. This was definitely the awareness of a God. Boom.... The titanium sword was aimed directly at the Jungle Scampers face. There was a burst of energy and the hit caused the Jungle Scamper to stagger backwards. The audience let out both a cry of surprise and a sigh of relief. Had the energy shield not been turned on, that blow would have definitely caused significant damage. Virbiuss reaction time was unbelievable. And at this moment, the Wargod No.1 nted its left hand on the ground and lowered the entire mech in preparation for the uing fight. Thud thud thud thud thud... The ground began to shake. Rushing towards Skeleton was not a mech but a giant prehistoric beast! However, even without its weapons, the Wargod No.1 was no less ferocious! Virbius was nning to retaliate brutally! Just merelyparing the speed and agility of their mecha, hers was definitely better! She definitely held the advantage in a close-quarters brawl! At this moment, the Wargod No.1 threw itself forward with great effort, soaring momentarily..... but it looked as though he was going to fall out of the sky! My God! The audience could see Virbiuss mocking smile. However, the Wargod No.1s right arm suddenly jerked out mid-air and caught hold of half of the Jungle Scampers neck when they briefly moved past each other. Bang.... It was directly dragged to the ground. Inside the cockpit, Virbius was thrown around like a rag-doll. The sudden unexpected inertia nearly caused her to throw up. But Virbius was nomon yer. Moreover, the CT environment was not as harsh as reality. Had this happened in actual mecha training, the pilot might have been unable to stand for half a day. However, the Wargod No.1s reactions were quicker, and with a flip of its body, it rolled over and directly tackled the cockpit of the Jungle Scamper. Holy f**k, if the Jungle Scamper got rammed, it would definitely be the end. Boom..... The energy shield was turned on. The energy shield rippled, but the Wargod No.1 had pinned the Jungle Scamper beneath its body. The Jungle Scamper had excellent flexibility and agility, but what good were those if the mech was pinned under the Wargod No.1? A deafening roar..... Punch after punch was rained down upon Jungle Scampers energy shield. There was a limit to its energy levels after all, and after six consecutive punches, its energy shield was shattered. E looked at the giant face that raced towards her. Boom.... The Jungle Scampers head was punched clean off its body. This was too f**king ferocious! At this moment, Bragging Simon and the others were all standing behind. Even though they were on the same team, they all felt intimidated by the scene in front of them. Those who had dueled against Skeleton begun to rejoice. Although they had been defeated, at least they were not totally humiliated. To be totally crushed in this manner would definitely leave a psychological scar. "Bo...Boss! Weve broken 20 million viewers!" one of the staff members jumped up and yelled. Solon looked on with a calm expression. "Calm yourself, weve all seen the size of the gxy. What is 20 millionpared to that?" All the staff in the hall looked at each other. The boss had learned to y it cool too. s, his teeth betrayed him. The chief executive could not hide his smile. Ross was ecstatic too. God damn it, could such a crushing defeat be any more humiliating? Just a single substitution had gchanged the entire oue of the battle. The Earth region team had achieved victory with no losses! Prince, Bragging Simon, and the others had all disyed their full potential. Every single one of them had proven themselves Under the same situation, anyone else would have been terrified to not have a weapon to wield. But Skeleton was like a monster. A slow-motion rey was a must. The killing blow must be included! Except this time...it did not appear as if there was a technique used...It was just a disy of brutish prowess! In a way, it was cool beyond words! The mes of the Skeleton Corps banners were burning up and they were rushed into the Immortal Barbarian Stars discussion forums. This was a banner of conquest, the second outside the sr system had been crushed God damn it, their opponents hade to their doorstep by their own ord too! Yuan Long was not too surprised, as E had performed as expected of her. However, against an opponent of the same capabilities, an average performance would surely see her defeated. But this opponent was too formidable. He not only urately assessed his own capabilities, but also that of his teammates. He must have predicted when and where Prince would descend with his War Emperor mech. The first parse of the video came out. It came from Yao Ailun and Super Xiu. The video showed the moment the War Emperor descended. It could be seen that the Wargod No.1s legs were offset at an angle. Chen Xiu drew a red circle on the video. At this moment, the War Emperors Lightning Trident had notndedpletely yet. Skeleton knew that Prince would arrive as quickly as he could, and he showed no hesitation in his assessment. He knew exactly what Prince should do, as well as what Prince would do. Student Ailun cried out passionately, "This was a moment that required decisive action; any hesitation would hinder any follow up attacks. This was a sign of trust, Skeleton trusted that Prince would do what was required of him. He also trusted that his teammates would do what was required of them." In fact, Prince did arrive and perform what was required of him. Both he and Tyrannosaurus Rex destroyed another opponent. "Provoking his opponents at the start of the battle was to draw their attention on to himself. This was very obvious, everyone could see that the Immortal Barbarians attention was not focused. Yao Ailun was a master of tactical analysis. Although Tyrant Su wanted to do the same, it was a pity that his brain was not as brilliant. After all, Student Ailuns gic score was above 90, which was considered a genius. After such an analysis, who would still not understand? This was the power of leadership. F**k whoever said that Skeleton was only good at duels! The Skeleton Corps was howling in victory. Psychological warfare was levied against his opponents, encouraging his teammates, inciting the situation while having impable judgment. What was most amazing was the trust he had at critical moments in battle. In a team battle, if there was no trust between teammates, then it would only result in a disaster. Since you had chosen your teammates, you had to ce your trust in them. Only then would the team be invincible. Prince and the others were watching this analysis. Although they had won, they did not feel exceedingly excited. They were professional yers, and having arrived at this stage, they had no need for Yao Ailuns words. This was the kind of captain that could be trusted. They did not need to say anything, they fully understood everything just by looking at each other. The Earth Region was not that weak, but there was indeed a gap in raw power. But they were not weak to the point of being considered newbies. There were more than 20 million viewers in the live broadcast. This created a new record for the Sr System. Moreover, this was merely an amateur game. Everyone was howling with joy; it was as if the Earth region had won the CT championship. The advertisement boards in Tokyo as well as other major cities were live broadcasting this battle. "This rascal is just like a crazy demon!" "Such ferocity!" "Heh heh, where can the Immortal Barbarians hide their faces this time? They could not even defeat a brittleskin." "I heard that the one using Virbius is E. Heh heh...the goddess got destroyed, we couldugh about this for an entire month." Only the people from the Norton Star could have said such mean words. The people of the Immortal Barbarian Star felt uneasy at the start, and the unthinkable had happened...they were worse off now. Wasnt there this saying....the defeat of an opponent was a sess for oneself. Ross was lucky that Skeleton had chosen Hercules when he yed against Norton. That mech had weak mobility. He would have been theughing stock if Skeleton had selected the Wargod No.1 and crushed the rest of them. Solon pped his hands and said, "Very well...it has ended. The bonus for this month will be three times the normal." Before the crowd had a chance to cheer, a staff member hurriedly said, "Boss, Immortal Barbarians Virbius wants another battle. To be honest.....they demanded another battle. Solonughed. "Heh, they refuse to admit defeat, eh?" Looking at the amount of viewers, he of course wanted another battle to take ce. "Let him wait for a while." Solon had tomunicate it with the other party, but he got his answer very quickly. As long as the opponents were up for it, Wang Zheng would not shy away from a challenge. "What format does the other side wish to fight in, a duel with Virbius or a team battle?" "Boss, a team battle of course! Just him alone would definitely get destroyed!" Actually, it was not that Virbius did not want a duel. Her teammates were infuriated, they had been too careless the previous battle and ended up getting destroyed. They could not stomach being defeated by lower ranked pilots and wanted to vent their frustrations. These newbies from the Earth region! The Immortal Barbarians would definitely annihte them so badly that their moms would not recognize their faces! Chapter 197: Jungle Scamper’s Ancestor Chapter 197: Jungle Scampers Ancestor Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The audience wanted more! The video analysis would follow up shortly. Two battles! Yuan Long, who was about to leave, felt stunned. Why was the battle still ongoing? E was a little irrational at this point. She had prepared herself beforeing here. If they had lost, they would need to first reflect on what went wrong, not enter another battle directly. On her side of things, she had predicted one move ahead, but her opponents had predicted two moves ahead. She should have realized this from the previous battle. E predicted that her opponents would use a control-and-avoid strategy, she also believed that they were capable of it. But her opponents had thought one step further, they had predicted Es way of thinking. This was the difference in consciousness. When both sides were evenly matched in terms of piloting skills, the level of consciousness would be the deciding factor. The number of VIPs kept growing, this time mainly from the Norton Star and the Immortal Barbarian Star. What sort of situation was this? Prince and the others had regained their confidence. They were now calm and collected. They were very clear about the strengths and weaknesses of the Immortal Barbarian team. Another battle was nothing to them. But the opponents had selected apetitive lineup, this was to say that the previous match was merely a warm-up. But what was the difference from an official game? One could ban certain mecha from being used! When everyone saw the mech that had been banned, their hearts skipped a beat. It couldnt be...they targeted Student Skeleton? Upon seeing this, Solon was overjoyed. Who the f**k do you think I am? Do you think I would be fooled twice? You can go ahead and ban whatever you want! On the Immortal Barbarian side, the moment the selection came up, they instantly banned the Wargod No.1 and the War Emperor Type V. These mecha were obviously important to the team. Was there anyone that had banned the Wargod No.1 this year? Looking at Earths team... They were very confident, they did not ban any of their opponents mecha. "This is being a little too overconfident." Old Deer frowned. Although they had won the previous battle, 30% of the reason they won was because the opponents made mistakes. And it was obvious that they did not use their full strength. The opponents would not give them a second chance. Banning the War Emperor affected Prince, but not significantly so. He had other mecha besides that. Everyones gazes fell on Skeleton. What was he going to pick? The mecha library opened. A stunning array of choices was inside the library; the full collection of CT was avable to him to choose from. Solon gripped his cigar with his teeth. "See that? Everything, including the limited editions! This is what I can do as the president!" Even the professional yers did not possess this sort of extensive mecha collection. Wang Zheng was also stunned by the amount of mecha. He knew that some additional mecha had been prepared as precaution, but he never expected so many. In the end, Wang Zheng chose the Jungle Scamper! Thement section exploded with activity. This mech was the most unpopr of the unpopr choices. Only people who specially trained with it could control it effectively. Was Skeleton going to school Virbius in the use of this mech? The Immortal Barbarians could not help but sneer. "This kid is too arrogant, he really thinks he can use it effectively." E looked at her screen coldly. "Dont be careless, this guy is a sneaky one. He clearly intends to agitate use, but we will proceed as usual." "Old Deer, do you think that Skeleton has a reason for doing this? Is he trying to provoke his opponents?" Bubbly Foam asked. Old Deer had a grave expression. "In a way, yes. But the Jungle Scamper is a difficult mech to operate, it is not your run-of-the-mill mech, As we all know, all the contestants will pick a particr style of mecha that is simr to what they are used to. This would be easier for them to adapt to. The Hercules mech is simr to the Wargod No.1, but this time...I can only say that Skeleton finally has an energy shield." Thementary on the Immortal Barbarian Star was even more passionate. "The team from Earth actually selected our mech, the Jungle Scamper! Let our Virbius teach them a lesson, not everything can be imitated!" Norton Stars CT live broadcast room. "Skeleton from Earth has finally picked the Jungle Scamper. This choice will surely agitate his opponents, but it might not be a wise choice. The Jungle Scamper needs to be used by a calm person; even among the Immortal Barbarian poption, only a select few are able to fully master this mech. A person with average skills will not be able to grow ustomed to its performance. He will lose momentum when switching between the different modes. We do not know where Skeleton got his confidence from, but we shall see in this battle." Moons CT live broadcast room. "My god, Skeleton actually picked the Jungle Scamper! How stylish!" "Ling Ling, this guy is so cool! He does not give off the vibe of a person from Earth. If he really wins this, I wish to date him!" The twomentators from the Moon were two beautiful babes. Actually, even Prince and the others were very curious. "Skeleton, have you practiced with this mech before?" they asked frankly. "Of course he has, how else would he know how to use it?" Prince said. "Nope, this is my first time using it. It feels very interesting," Wang Zheng said. All of his teammates suddenly became quiet. Was he for real??? It did not matter now, the battle was about to begin. Map: Battle to the End. This was a very meaningful map, and it was picked by Virbius. This map was also targeted towards the opponents. As this map had a restriction onsers. After all, in the Milky Way, there were somes that interfered with the operation ofsers. At the same time, there were energy resupply ships that provided limited energy supplies. It was obvious that Virbius had been deeply provoked. This sort of insult must be answered in kind! Even usingsers to kill her opponents would not pacify her. Winning or losing was not the main point, the focus was to prove oneself! The ten mech warriors entered the battlefield. Upon entering the map, everyone felt that the Immortal Barbarians were too....wretched! The map used thendscape of the Immortal Barbarian Star! Could this be any more imposing?! The Immortal Barbarian Starndscape consisted of rugged terrain filled with multiple craters. The problem with thisndscape was that it was considered an irregrndscape, which added considerable difficulty for the mech warriors. In the history of mankind, there had been several battles surrounding the Immortal Barbarian Star, and these battles had devastated the mech warriors. They were using thendscape to increase their advantage. But Prince and the others were professionals, so they had undergone training in this sort ofndscape. "The Immortal Barbarians have offered themselves as a meal," Simon boasted. Having executed the Hexastrike previously, Simon felt highly confident. He had always been adept at covert operations. "Be careful, they have an advantage, do not be careless." Prince was the more cautious one. Hammer and Truth both nodded. The opponents were careless in the previous battle, but that would not be the case this time. It would be a disaster if they were the careless ones this time. The map forced both teams to battle each other in a narrowne. Both teams had a ship behind them that could recharge their energy shields. However, there was a limit to the amount of energy avable. At the end of the day, the only way to win was to eliminate their opponents. This sort of mechanic would lengthen the battles duration, as it allowed the participants to fully disy their mastery of their basic skills. One mistake would not cause one side to lose the battle instantly. It looked like the Immortal Barbarians had made their preparations. This sort of battle was either a win or a loss, there was no luck involved. "Old Deer, Old Deer." "Huh? What?" Bubbly Foamughed. "Arent you going to say anything?" "What is there to talk about?" "You always providementary before the battle, it feels weird if you dont say anything," Bubbly Foam said,ughing. Immediately, there was a wave of agreement in thements section. "Dont fret, I am observing Skeleton right now. The ystyle of this mech is different from what he usually uses, and I am not sure about his level of understanding of this mech." Old Deer observed Skeleton with an experts eye. "If Skeleton picked it, he must be very confident about his familiarity with the mech," Bubbly Foam said,ughing. Old Deer shook his head. "It does not appear so." Just as Old Deer finished speaking, the Jungle Scamper looked excited. It was as if it had been thrilled by something. The battle had not begun yet, so what was it excited about? The Jungle Scamper switched between the beast mode and the semi-beast mode. The semi-beast mode was easier to operate as it sort of resembled a human. The beast mode needed much more practice to ustom to, as it moved on all fours. If the pilot was not careful, the mech would trip over itself. Wang Zheng did not trip over himself, but...the mech was violently shaking. The human mode only required the pilot to bnce the mech, but the beast mode was a different matter. It required the pilot to use both hands and feet to operate all four limbs of the mech. On top of that, there were two alternative ways of moving. Operating the mech was easier said than done. The others were stunned. Skeleton was not kidding when he said that this was his first time using the Jungle Scamper. This sort of heedlessness could be taken as a form of ridicule. The other team saw this as an insult. How dare Skeleton belittle his opponents. There were no problems telling if it was real or fake, everyone could tell at a nce. If Skeleton was pretending to use the Jungle Scamper for the first time, the mechs center of gravity would be stable no matter how he tried to fake it. But...right now the mech was struggling to hold on to its center of gravity, so everyone could definitely see its pilot struggling to maintain control. This... "To me, this is daring to push a persons own limit. But Skeleton, do you know that this is a team battle? This battle is even more important than the previous one," Old Dear said earnestly. Unknowingly, when the battle was against foreigners, Old Deer changed from ck Deer to Beast Deer. Winning or losing was an important matter to him. His words were not wrong at all, they carried a lot of weight. "Maybe Skeleton has a n, you never know," Bubbly Foam said. "Then I will wait and see." "Which reminds me, Old Deer, you were saying something earlier. What will you do if they win this match? Everyone is very curious about this." Young Deer gave a carefree smile. "The battle has not ended yet. My reputation is well known in this gxy, when have I ever said something and not backed it up?" Just then, Skeleton cheerfully pulled out the Lightning Javelin and injected energy in to it. It was a wonderful feeling. The Jungle Scamper pointed the weapon at to the sky and made a firing pose. "Skeleton, have you yed with the Lightning Javelin before? The weapons strength decreases if it is not used within the optimal distance," Hammer said. As a support person, he had studied a lot of different mecha types. "I have never yed with it before, only read through the datasheet. But I have thrown a javelin before," Wang Zheng said. Chen Xiu had provided him with a very detailed datasheet, which Wang Zheng studied seriously. Bonehead had also covered all aspects with regards to Wang Zhengs weapons training. Looked through...the datasheet...and threw the javelin before...what the f**k sort of reply was this?! Hammer and the others were speechless, but....forget it, all they could do at this point in time was to press on. The Immortal Barbarians were very conceited about their own weapons expertise, they had a long history after all. Compared to the Earth teams history of weapons expertise? Was this a challenge to their ancestors?! Chapter 198: Go Home Immortal Children! Chapter 198: Go Home Immortal Children! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "That little rascal on the other side is really good at jumping around, we must kill him soon! "If we dont crush him, we will have to hide our faces in shame!" "But he still has his energy shield, so everyone should still be cautious." "I dont believe that he has such good control over that mech. Whether he is faking it or for real, there are only a handful of people who can use the Jungle Scamper properly. I dont believe that Earth has such people among them! Everyone was still confident regarding this point. Beam sabers started being unsheathed. Just then, the Earth team switched to the light beast mech, the Swift Dragon Second Generation. Without the constraint of long-ranged battle, this provided much needed flexibility to the team. This was a battle without retreat. The five mecha advanced forward towards the center of the battlefield. They maintained the exact same formation with the flexible Jungle Scamper leading in the front. However... It was obvious that the movements of Virbiuss Jungle Scamper were much more flexible and smooth. The terrain was very rugged, but his entire movements were flowing without a hint of stagnation. On the other side, Skeleton was moving at a fast speed, but it was also unstable. Looking closely at the Jungle Scampers legs, it was obvious that it had to force itself to keep up with the formation. Both sides were getting closer to each other, then they entered optimal shooting ranges. Both Jungle Scampers switched into the semi-beast mode simultaneously. When the Lightning Javelins were drawn, E felt a strong sense of provocation. Who did Skeleton think he was to use the Lightning Javelin? Only those with the instincts of a beast hunter could use it effectively. Wang Zheng held the Lightning Javelin. The mech was nothing more than a medium at this moment. He had to feel like he was one with the weapon. Time to strike! The Lightning Javelin roared. Virbiuss target was Skeleton, while Skeletons target was the swift scout-type mech on the enemy team. The instant that his shot rang out, Wang Zhengs Jungle Scamper switched back into the beast mode. The shot from Virbiuss Lightning Javelin roared past him. While on the other side, Wang Zhengs shot had scored a hit on the enemy scout mech and instantaneously cut its shield to less than half. "LMPO, what the hell were you doing? You actually got hit by that?!" His teammates could not help but feel infuriated. LMPO did not know what happened neither. Damn, he had been too careless. But the morale of the Earth team was high! "It actually hit. Dare I say this is beginners luck?" Old Deer said. Time stopped at this moment. If God gave the Immortal Barbarian Star another chance, they would never havee to Earth. But s, the technology for time reversal had not yet been invented. With this hit, Wang Zheng instantly felt good. He had practiced with the Eighteen Armaments of War in the Rubiks Cube, but this was not the main point. To Bonehead, these were nothing but basic tools. Momentum? Shouldnt all this be instinctive to a Super Soldier? Would he need to practice it at all? A robot did not care about momentum, it only looked at the results. But Wang Zheng was a living thing. In that moment, he recalled the umted muscle memory in his body. Both Jungle Scampers retreated almost simultaneously while the other mech warriors advanced. The Jungle Scamper was a sniper after all. Maybe Wang Zheng had been faster to switch to the beast mode, but after bounding backwards two steps, he switched into the semi-beast mode even before he hadnded. He once again fired the Lightning Javelin. Another shot rang out. PPA was engaged in a duel with Prince when the shot surged towards them. Without thinking, PPA dashed towards cover to hide. But he discovered that the shot was aimed at where he intended to take cover. Bang.... PPAs shield was cut in half instantly, and he even received a sh from Prince. At the same moment, Virbiuss shot was avoided by Wang Zheng. Virbius was infuriated. "Skeleton, charge at me if you got the guts to!" Only now did the audience realize that Virbius was actually a female. But the battlefield did not discern between ones gender. The moment the voice transmission stopped, Wang Zheng fired his Lightning Javelin at Virbius. Wang Zhengs strategy of attack was to cover the entire battlefield, he did not focus on any particr person. That would not be realistic, the key was to establish a global advantage. E sneered as trying to mark her was simply..... Bang.... Es Jungle Scamper got hit and was staggered. She had dodged the shot but was not able to entirely avoid it. Her energy shield immediately decreased by one-tenth. This.....how was this possible?! Wang Zheng paid no attention to her, his opponents movements were too inconsistent. The King from the Immortal Star was operating her mech elegantly, spinning round and round. A shadow surged towards the King, and with strong control, the mech rotated and avoided the attack. This was the ultimate trick to avoiding long-ranged attacks! Bang.... The audience, which numbered at more than 20 million, was silent. It would have been better if that rascal had not dodged. In that moment, her energy shields were instantly cut by half. She had been distracted for a brief moment and was caught by Hammer. It was a pity that the strike from Hammer was an average hit and not a fatal one. But it caused the Immortal Barbarian Star to break out in cold sweat. What the f**k kind of hit rate was that? E became anxious and infuriated. She switched to beast-mode and charged towards Skeleton. Almost simultaneously, Skeletons Jungle Scamper switched to beast-mode and made his escape. It seemed like he was still wary of engaging Virbius in directbat. This was a sort of tactic, avoiding the strong points of the opponent and striking at their weak points. But....what the f**k was this? Skeleton did not turn around and flee, but rather faced his opponent and took three leaps backwards. He switched back in to the semi-beast mode and fired off another shot before he evennded. E had not expected her opponent to attack, but the Jungle Scamper was indeed a versatile mech. She viewed herself as someone who had unequaled knowledge of this mech. This sort of evasion was instinctive. That was the strength of the beast-type mech. As long as you operated the mech well, you were able to attack more aggressively. The Jungle Scamper instinctively moved away from Skeletons attack. Bang.... A direct hit! Another direct hit! The audience screamed in surprise. This was unbelievable. It felt as if the opponent had pped her directly. This shot shattered Es confidence. She had dodged it, so why was she still hit?! "Team Leader! We have to disengage and retreat for now!" Starry Sky said. Their energy shields were damaged and the enemies morale was high. This was a situation to be avoided at all costs. "Withdraw!" E said, clenching her teeth. It was not easy to remain calm in such a situation. Yuan Long did not blink, so he could see the entire situation clearly. His defeat was not idental, this situation was the same as thest time. With the foreshadowing of a battle, Skeleton had already mastered the momentum of his opponents. The speed of their reactions, their dodging habits. Even their instinctive reaction to attacks! Every move that the opponent nned to do had already been predicted. What kind of a person was he? He was able to keep as cool as ice in the heat of battle. While everyone was consumed in the heat of battle, that person had kept a cool state of mind. The others immediately withdrew upon Virbiusmand. The viewers watching on Earth were howling with ecstasy. The second battle had the opponents on the run. Those with a calm mind would understand that this was an important part of the battle. If the opponents managed to make it back to the spaceship to recharge their energy shields to full, then all the damage done previously would amount to nothing. Everyone realized that this gang had chosen the scout-type and warrior-type mecha. The Immortal Barbarian Stars mecha were chosen for their dexterity and mobility, but.....they were still not able to catch up. But then a figure sprang out, it was Skeletons Jungle Scamper. This was also the Immortal Barbarian Stars mech. But Skeleton was quite a distance away, would he be able to catch up? "What a pity, Skeleton has quick reactions, but his position is a little too far!" The Jungle Scamper switched into beast-mode and executed the Eight Consecutive Steps. Its explosive velocity instilled fear amongst the viewers. E suddenly screamed, "PPA, look out!" PPA was one of those in the rear. He believed that he was at a safe distance, but he had misjudged the explosive velocity of the Jungle Scamper, and in an instant, the Jungle Scamper switched to the semi-beast mode and fired off a shot with its Lightning Javelin. PPA heard E, but it was toote, there was nothing he could do. As long as he was not destroyed by this shot, he would be able to regenerate his energy shield levels. After Skeletons Jungle Scamper fired its Lightning Javelin, it switched back into beast-mode with a deafening roar. Switching to semi-beast mode, firing its weapon, and then switching back into the beast-mode. The entire process was as smooth as flowing water, there was no wastage of energy. Bang..... All four limbs burst into action and the Jungle Scamper lunged towards PPA like a cheetah. At the same time, the shot from the Lightning Javelin hit PPA, and his energy shield exploded instantly. The mech warrior was so shocked that he froze. PPA wondered if that was a fluke, then he felt the murderous aura from behind him. The Jungle Scamper descended from the sky andnded directly on top of the scout-type mech. Its four huge ws mped down on the mechs head and ripped it apart. Bang... The body of the scout-type mech was still standing, but its head was missing. Then the Jungle Scamper proceeded onwards. The 20 million viewers were all stunned. How was this possible? PPA was hunted down and destroyed even though he was at what was considered to be a safe distance. At that moment, the mech and its javelin seemed to have merged into a single line, it was too good to believe! This blow thoroughly impacted the Immortal Barbarians. Who the hell was this guy?! What sort of monster was he to be able to pull that off?! Once a person got jumpy, his reactions would be slower. He would also feel paranoid and would evade based on instinct. E wanted to shout out, but it was already toote. This was something that could not be avoided. Bang..... This shot not only hit, it also caused an explosion! Wasnt the shield the only thing that would explode? Why did the mech also explode? E was sweating. Firing the Lightning Javelin at its optimal distance would cause the greatest damage. She had practiced a hundred times and could only pull it off once. The opponent was actually able to use it in battle. Starry Sky was dumbfounded. Having half his energy shield level destroyed must have been a fluke, and he had assumed that he would be absolutely safe after that. A momentter, only three people had returned. They had the advantage of high ground, so it would not be easy to rush up from below. This terrain also limited the speed of the others, so they would not be as fast as Skeleton. But Skeletons Jungle Scamper had no intention of stopping, it continued its rush upwards. E fired off a shot. She had to hold on and buy time for the others. But the enemy Jungle Scamper easily shrugged it off, it then switched into the semi-beast mode and fired off a shot in return. Es eyes widened. She would definitely be able to dodge this, definitely! Bang.... Everyone was stunned. Why was Virbius standing still and not moving at all? Before the sparks made contact, LMPO pulled Virbius back and rushed forward with his beam saber. It was crazy to be beaten like this. At this moment, LMPO was like a mountain tiger ready to devour Skeleton. Chapter 199: Great Demon King Chapter 199: Great Demon King Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas LMPO revved up his engine and dashed forward in a straight line. He hadpletely disregarded his own personal safety. Even if he were to be hit twice, it would all be worth it as long as he managed to cut down the opponent. Anger could also be a source of strength. As the distance between the two sides decreased, the beast-type Jungle Scamper made its move and retreated three paces. It then transformed into its semi-beast form and fired off yet another shot. Boom. The shot caused LMPO to stagger and he immediately came back to his senses. He realized that his way of perceiving matters was too na?ve. The durability of his energy shield was now down to only 43%. F**k! The shield had hit its limit. LMPO dared not dy any further. There was only one way out of this situation. He had managed to execute the Bewildering Repeating Steps when he charged at the opponent just now. Given the difficult terrain as well as the speed at which he charged, he had done well to pull it off. But why did everyone feel that the situation was so bleak? There was no need for the Jungle Scamper to transform again. It made some minor adjustments and fired off another shot. LMPO watched as the shot travelled towards him. The oue of this battle had already been decided. Even up until the end, he had no idea why all the shots were so urate. Boom. Dualshot! It was the ultimate lethal shot! Wang Zheng was ecstatic. He was like a child who had just received his favorite toy. Only two people remained, Virbius and DADI. Their energy levels were full, but what could they have done? Virbius charged in followed by DADI. There was only one thing on their minds: KILL! The pair received hits while in the middle of their charge. Both of their mecha crashed to the ground loudly. They had been shot out of the sky! E rushed forward with the beast mode activated. Skeletons Jungle Scamper charged in with equal speed. Were they going to engage in meleebat? The distance between them closed to five meters. E continued advancing in the beast mode; this stance was at its strongest in meleebat. But Skeletons Jungle Scamper transformed into the semi-beast form. Lightning Javelin...it was toote! Using the javelin at this distance, was he seeking his own death? Was he trying to throw the battle on purpose? Boom! Boom! Boom! The spikes from the Lightning Javelin created a curtain of light. One could imagine the amount of shock and awe that Virbius must have felt. Boom Jungle Scampers weapons sted away. DADI was the only one left lying on the ground. But there were no signs of resistance from him... he had lost all of his fighting spirit. Prince and the others had only managed to cover half of the distance. All of them stopped abruptly. There was no more reason for them to continue on. At this moment, all they felt was self-pity. Was all this really necessary? Why had theye to Earth? DADI closed his eyes, but his opponent merely stared at him. He wished that his opponent would just pull the trigger and kill him already. Dying in battle was honorable. But right now, pressing the surrender button was all that he could do. There was no glory in killing an opponent that had lost his will to fight. Team eliminated! As the duration between kills was too long, there was no announcement of a godlike streak. But in this one battle, they had experienced fear that was even greater than a god! Earth Region Team: WIN! The broadcasting studio was silent when the announcement was made. All eyes were focused on the mecha that had gotten shed in half. Its weapon, the Lightning Javelin, pointed straight at the sky. The sky was the limit! Not just the opponents, even the viewers were totally captivated by this scene in front of them. If a person who possessed the strongest restraint had to be named, it would be Old Deer. "s, it seems like the legend of Skeleton will only end when I finally retire from thementators circle." This unfunny joke shook the audience to their senses. The roar of cheers that followed was deafening. The entire sr system was cheering. The Norton Star was filled with heated arguments, while not a single voice was heard over at Immortal Barbarian Star, whose audience numbered at 3 million. It felt as if the entire studio was empty. "Formidable! Ferocious! No mercy was given to the opponent!" "I am not interested in anything else right now, I just want to analyse the video the moment it bes avable. I feel that this will be a textbook method of handling beast-type mecha. Ive seen quite a few of those battles, but all of them were kindergarten-gradepared to this one." Thementators on Marsughed as they spoke. They now felt that the incident involving Lie Guang was an insignificant one. How could anyone believe it? Such an overwhelming victory was achieved while using the same mech as the opponent. Skeleton did not turn on his energy shield for the entire battle. In fact, due to herck of self-confidence, Virbius had already lost the battle the moment she turned on her shield. But did such a god-like warrior even exist at all? Inside an inte caf, a certain tyrant wailed and howled like the wolves. It was a good thing that the entire caf was filled with simr howls, though they were not at such a loud volume. Solon sat like he was a wealthyndlord. He had one leg over the other and was holding a cigar in his hand. On his right side sat a bottle of champagne. He was clearly celebrating. In actuality, the Presidents head was just nk. Every persons mental capacity had its limits. In all his years of managing CT, never had he seen such mastery or control of a mech. Even for a godlike person, it would already be an amazing feat if such level was achieved within eight to ten years. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun started to busy themselves, it was their chance to shine. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were two theorists who knew a great deal about the capabilities of mecha. Even before the battle began, both of them were already discussing the possibility of killing from an extreme distance. In the end, their prediction really dide true. However, both of them were still stunned. They were not alone in this feeling...the entire region felt the same. The initial hits were nothing, but the final few shots were of a whole new level. The distance was urately judged down to the millimeter. The Jungle Scampers leap backwards was not to dodge an attack, but rather to create the right amount of distance. Everyones eyes were set on the first kill: PPA. That was when the ughter began. Initially, everyone expected the opponents to escape unscathed. But in fact, the Jungle Scamper had already transformed into beast mode and given chase the moment the opponents intended to retreat. The opponents retreated quickly, but... "Everyone, please observe that running on all fours result in the fastest speed. However, humans are not animals and thus, continued usage of this method after a certain distance results in fatigue...at this moment..." Every exnation given was exciting. Naturally, Skeleton had been inplete control. In that split moment, he had closed the gap between him and LMPO. As Skeleton entered the optimal range, he began his transformation into the semi-beast mode and finished even before he hadnded. Any loss in control during the transformation would surely have resulted in an embarrassing sight. However, the Jungle Scampers shot was executed superbly. "Did you see that? That disy of self-confidence. He knew the shot would find its mark even before he pulled the trigger. If that shot had missed, there was no way he would be able to give chase afterwards." Norton Starsmentator, "Number Seven", exined. Not only this, he had discarded the Lightning Javelin and then proceeded to transform. This execution not only demanded strong control, but the ability to multitask as well. This was a method of elerating quickly, just like the Immortal Barbarian Stars special swift beast variant mech. When the prey entered optimal range, the various limbs elerated at different intervals to provide the sudden burst of speed. Although this method was not suited for long-distance travel, its strengthy in its ability to provide a burst of instantaneous speed. Everyone knew that PPA was dead the moment this maneuver was used. In the viewers eyes, this was no longer a normal mech but a living demon king of the jungle. Watching the game provided a feeling of enjoyment, but watching the analysis video gave them a sense of fear! A crushing blow such as this would definitely take first ce on this weeks CT video rankings in both this sr system and Andromeda. This would not be surpassed by anyone else! The multiple precisely measured distances were the icing on the cake. No words of praise could do justification to the amount of precision disyed. "Those reckless yers all died in the end." "Its better to be dead than having to face such an opponent." "How absolutely terrifying! Where did Earth find such a person?!" "Could this person havee from Antis?" "I doubt it...the people of Antis would have definitely used their own mech variant. I think hes from An." "Judging from the ferocity of the killing blow, I think he is a blood soldier from the Arbiter Republic. He was so calm and collected, even when delivering the lethal strike. Ordinary people would have been too caught up in the moment to make such calm calctions." Bragging Simon was happiest when bragging. He was grateful to see Skeletons Wargod No.1 banned, which forced him to pick the Jungle Scamper instead. Had he been put in the same situation, he would have already thrown in the towel. He felt that after this crushing defeat, the opponents would surely be forced to retire and be amateur streamers instead. When the Immortal Barbarian Star team entered the battle, no one expected it to end up with such a result. This was a team battle? A solo battle? No one knew that it would take just one person to put the entire audience in a state of frenzy. God knows how many people stayed up all night just to watch this one battle. One thing was for sure, the CT area would soon experience a surge in activity again. This sort of atmosphere was what the Jungle Scamper thrived on. This unrivalled killing power...this was a god-tier mech! When Wang Zheng went to find Tyrant Su, Student Su had already entered another battle. He was using his limited edition Jungle Scamper camouge. Everyone was filled with all sorts of idle talk, but Tyrant Su was searching for the same feeling that Wang Zheng had during battles. "Brother Tyrant, please dont struggle." "The opponents jungle has been cleared...it must be Student Tyrant!" Actually, right at that moment, Wang Zheng thought that Xiaosu had begun to slip up, but then something unexpected happened. Yan Xiaosu had suddenly entered a wonderful state of mind. No one knew Wang Zheng better than Yan Xiaosu. Watching Wang Zheng inbat had put Yan Xiaosu in to a simr state of mind. They were definitely not equal in terms of individual skill, but Yan Xiaosu was still bronze-ranked after all. Also, the opponent had viewed Yan Xiaosu as a nouveau riche without morals and had focused all their attacks on him. The first shot that hit was followed by another one. Yan Xiaosu was in a wonderful state of mind. Although he did not quite know how to exin it, this mech suited his character well...he was afraid of dying yet he desired to show off his capabilities. Thus, he had fired the Lightning Javelin and then made his escape. Meanwhile, the fattys wretched heart was able to sense and predict the route the opponents intended to retreat by. This was because it was what he would have done in their position. With just a simple group assault coupled with five of the ten javelin shots hitting their targets, the battle came to an end. There was a roar of approval. Tyrant Sus heart felt greatly satisfied. He had finally found a mech that suited him. Legend had it that every mech in the Wargod Covenant contained a spirit. When the spirit was paired with someonepatible, the individuals power level would instantly increase a rank. No doubt, Tyrant Su had found his spiritual mech. It was the Jungle Scamper with its hit-and-run y style. It was because he wanted to hold on to that state of mind that Tyrant Su quickly entered another battle. Wang Zheng could not help but apud him. His performance this time was actually pretty good. Chapter 200: Old Deer’s IQ Chapter 200: Old Deers IQ Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas There were many such experts within the amateur circle. They mainly focused on one mech. They could be said to have understood the essence of the mech, so much so that they were considered to be more skillful than the professionals. The reason behind why they were not able to make a career out of it was because they did not have a broad selection of choices. This was a disadvantage as their mech would be easily targeted and countered. But then again, the pilot could enjoy ying only the mech that they loved. This was one of the reasons why CT was so addictive, there would always be a mech that suited the yer. Yan Xiaosu was ecstatic. Never did he expect to carry the battle using his own abilities. Although Wang Zheng had given Yan Xiaosu some tips and tricks, it was mainly because this mech suited Yan Xiaosu. To put it simply, no challenge was too difficult if the pilot enjoyed using the mech. Fatty loved using hit-and-run tactics. He had be ustomed to switching between the semi-beast and beast-type modes. With more practice, he would be a master at utilizing it. As for the Lightning Javelins uracy, it would be up to the pilots instincts. Judging from the impact fatty made, it seemed like he had a talent for sniping. Yuan Long had already sent the entire video to his master. "Master...this was my misperception. The opponents level was higher than ours. But E and I have totally different styles, how is it possible that we were totally subdued?" Yuan Longs master, ck Decisive Fist, was a famous person in the Norton Star. He did not ept disciples easily. ck Decisive Fist watched both videos seriously. "There are definitely discrepancies in virtual battles, but.....this person was able to wield this sort of control in CT, so his physical condition is not that different from yours and Es. He disyed great awareness....I heard of it a long time ago, but such a scene has not appeared for more than a hundred years." "Are you saying that the long-lost civilization of the ancient Earth is reviving?" Yuan Long was rmed. The Norton Star and Earth had a special connection. Although there had not been direct contact for many years, some of the older traditions of the Norton Star contained traces that originated from Earth. His method of tempering the body was one of them, but with Earths decline, no one wanted to acknowledge it. Of course, these methods were also adjusted ordingly to the characteristics of their respectives and bodies. But from just one nce, these methods origins could be traced back to the highest realms of Earth. Only the people from Earth could have done this! "I cant draw a solid conclusion from this. Ill have to get it redited by the league. We can only make conclusions if this is the real video of that battle." ck Decisive Fist was very excited. If it really was true, then a lot of things would be set into motion. Human civilization had experienced two significant leaps. Although these events had faded into obscurity, they were notpletely forgotten. Instead, they had been hidden away. The Norton Star was one of these sacred locations, and the legends surrounding it were true. A god-like person did appear on the Norton Star, that person originated from Earth. And he considered the Norton Star to be his second home. As for the earliest civilization, it became lost to time immemorial as its records were difficult to trace. The records of the second civilization could be found on all the majors, but they were in the hands of very few. The separation that had happened that year..... ck Decisive Fists eyes were full of longing. These were events that took ce during his childhood. His teacher passed them on to him by word of mouth as these matters could never exist in writing. Tracing its history to its roots, Earth might have been weak, but one individual had appeared amongst the humans. He went on and be the strongest individual recorded in legends. Those times had seen great transformation and changes.Things were changing and history might repeat itself. The oue was still uncertain. Yuan Long did not ponder much about this matter. He was curious about this opponent, and he hoped that he would be able to meet him one day. E must be feeling miserable right now; that girl was just too proud. After thest battle, PPA and the others were totally crushed. They had lost their momentum and it had affected their state of mind. They might not be able to perform at even half of their previous ability anymore. But for Yuan Long, this sort of crushing feeling had been reigned in. This rascal was even more formidable than he had thought. Hopefully, he would be more than just a mere gamer. A CT fanatic might have been able to perform those moves with enough practice. However, to do the same in reality would requirepletely differentpetencies. Solon was ecstatic. The Jungle Scamper mech variant had sold more than 5 million models. This mech model was unpopr when it was introduced to the CT stores and remained so after God knows how many years. No one bought it even during promotions, but right now it had be insanely popr. Most importantly, as president of the Sr System, he had won unprecedented glory for the Sr System region. Not only was he proficient in a civil war, but also in a foreign war! Skeleton was amazing when he was serious, he could totally trash the opposing side. "Boss, the audience is waiting for Deer to fulfil his promise." Solonughed. "That is true, how could we have forgotten that? Giverade Old Deer a close-up special." The other regions were not interested in that matter, but the audience of the Earth region was totally absorbed by it. Old Deer had attempted to slip away, but he eventually got caught and brought back. "Old Deer! Dont even think about running away! Big Brother has bought a hundred milk cartons just for you!" "Lewd Deer! Hurry up and eat the milk cartons!" The audience was extremely enthusiastic. Old Deer was helpless. "Oh! Why bother with just these few milk cartons? Looks like Im actually getting more famous. Excellent!" "F**k! To hell with all of you! I will destroy another one hundred!" "Brothers! Advance forward! Lets smash Old Deer! He dared to underestimate us, lets show him!" Immediately, the milk cartons began to pile up. Old Deer was stunned. "What a fierce grudge! Why bother wasting so much money? It would be better spend it on actual milk instead." The more sarcastic Old Deer was, therger the pile of milk cartons grew. A milk carton was finally brought up on stage. Old Deers expression perked up, and with a big smile, he started eating it up by the mouthful. The audience very quickly grew suspicious. What sort of milk carton was that? Why did it sound so crispy? "All finished! This small, crispy brand milk carton...nutritious and healthy!" he said while shing a peace sign. The audience then realized that theyd been had! Thements section exploded in anger. "Shameless Old Deer! Could you be anymore shameless?!" "Who knows Old Deers address? Ill carry explosives there tonight!" "How sinister! This rascal can go no lower!" Old Deers personal forum also exploded in activity. But Old Deer felt pleased with himself, he did not care that this was being broadcasted live. "Thank you, friends from all over the gxy! Youll need to be more specific next time. And never underestimate the number onementators IQ. Thank you for tuning in and well see you again next time. Also, dont bother trying to find my address, as I live at a hotel. Thank you." Bubbly Foam was stunned. He...actually dared to twist the viewers words. What audacity! Wouldnt he receive numerousints? Solon was stunned too. But the data revealed that besides the unhappiness, there wasnt much else of note. Only now did Solon realize that Young Deer really had be the Deer God. His unique style of ridicule would have made others get beaten up, but only he alone could remain unscathed. "Xiao Ya, immediately issuementator Deer a five-year contract. And remember to be respectful!" Solon was a businessman, and a sensible one at that. Actually, teasing Old Deer had be a necessity in the show. It would feel empty and dull if he was not around. To be honest, it was impressive that he had endured it for so long. No one knew how Old Deer had managed it. Yan Xiaosu was hopping mad. He had bought 5,000 milk cartons, but in the end.... "Boss...Ive always thought that I had thick skin. But I am nothingpared to him! His level of audacity! Does he not fear death?!" Yan Xiaosu could not hold back hisughter after that rant. "This is definitely someone who dares to y with his life." Wang Zheng smiled. This guy had piqued his interest. Wang Zheng could tell a lot from just looking at a persons eyes. No matter what had happened, Old Deers eyes always disyed firm resolve. This showed that in his life, there were things that he firmly believed in. That was his harbor; no matter how fierce the storm outside raged, he was unaffected on the inside. Such a person would not have evil intentions. "Actually, I would love to learn from him," Wang Zheng said,ughing. "But that is a discussion for another day." Although Old Deer was not in the strongest league, he was still a diamond-ranked master after all. He would definitely stand no chance in a fight against Skeleton, but it was not a matter of the oue but rather how many people would tune in to watch the match, at least on Earth. Ye Zisu had also finished watching the battle. She particrly loved watching this battle as Skeleton was able to fully utilize the full potential of the mech. The CT data did not produce much information for reference, but for a designer, this would provide a lot of inspiration when it came to designing a mech. On Earth, in the Asian region in Beijing, the temperature was 35.4 degrees Celsius. Category three winds with a cloudy sky, this was the perfect weather to go out and y. "Zisu, the weather is really good today. It is not good to stay at home the entire day." Ye Zisu lifted up her head from a countless pile of drawings. "Dad, I just sorted out some clues. Why would I have time to y? Besides, I just came back from outside a few days ago." "Alright, alright.....my daughter is all grown up now, so she knows best. But Zisu, youre the future head of the group. As long as you have enough knowledge on mecha, that would be sufficient. What you are studying right now is just supplementary. This is not the direction our OMG business is taking." Ye Bingwen shook his head while looking at the table full of drawings. He had sent his daughter to the machine department not to research on mecha but rather to gain an in-depth understanding of them. But then again, Ye Zisu spent her time outside school to experience how thepany was managed. The rest of her time was spent on inheriting the culture of thepany. The future of the businessy with her. Not having a deep understanding of the mecha would create additional difficulties down the road. Although it was a difficult path, this was the right way to go. Ye Zisuughed and said, "Just understanding mecha is not sufficient. As OMG growsrger andrger, the technical expertise that we have umted is still inferior to that of thoserge military enterprises. We still have many gaps to fill, so we must work hard in order to seed." Of course, Ye Zisu had her own selfish motives behind it. She had hoped to do something for a certain person. Ye Bingwen was startled, but then he smiled. "Alright then, I did not choose the wrong person to seed me. Dad is getting old now, so my views may be getting more conservative. You are right, if we are able to do it, then why dont we go for it?" "In that case, Dad, if you have no other matters, then why dont you go watch television? Or perhaps y some golf?" "Okay, Daddy will go y some golf. I wont be back for dinner tonight. Oh, right, the Norton Star celebration feast will be held tomorrow afternoon at home. Thepanys directors will all be there, and you will be required to attend too. Have a good rest and sleep early tonight," Ye Bingwen instructed. Chapter 201: Words from God Chapter 201: Words from God Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "I know." Ye Zisu smiled while following her dad to the door. After that, she delved her head back into the pile of countless drawings. On the second day, the weather maintained at levels simr to the previous day. The temperature even dipped a little. "Hmm....let daddy take a look at you. Yeah, you look really beautiful. What about the brooch that daddy gave youst time? Put it on...." "Daddy, this is just a celebration event. This will do." Ye Zisumented. Luck yed a part in the Norton Stars sess, and this allowed her to gain some prestige in thepany. Although she was the heir, apany was not run by a single person. If she wanted to manage thepany, she would have to slowly earn the trust of the board of directors one step at a time. Ye Bingwen felt helpless. This girl had grown up to be more assertive. One by one, the important guests arrived, the political elites followed by the business executives. Ye Bingwen received the guests in the garden together with Ye Zisu. "Hoho! Mr. Ye, it has been a while." A man in his sixties greeted Ye Bingwen. He was apanied by a young man with a sickly figure. Ye Bingwen shook this mans hand with an affectionate grip. "Haha! Mr. Fraser, it has been ten years since west met, and you still look so young." "You tter me. Ive gotten old with age. I was watching a movie yesterday and I fell asleep halfway through it. Looks like I dont have as much energy as before." "That film must have been too boring! Mr. Fraser, allow me to introduce my daughter, Ye Zisu. Zisu, this is Uncle Fraser from the Moon...." "Uncle Fraser, who single-handedly established the Sr Systemsrgest deep space transport group? How could I not have heard of you? Youve been my idol ever since I was a child," Ye Zisu said, smiling. The Xin Cheng Group was a centennial group that covered all aspects of the Moon. For nearly thirty years it was thergest transport giant in the Sr System. If OMG wanted to fulfill its desire to dive in to the gxy market outside of the Sr System, a sincere partnership with Xin Cheng Group was vital. "Hahaha, you tter me. Ye Bingwen, your daughter is a finedy. Ah, allow me to introduce to you my son, Dorisius Bloch. Compared to your daughter, he still has much to learn." Dorisius smiled politely. He wasnt as bad as his father had described him to be. "It is my pleasure to meet both Uncle Ye and Miss Ye" "Youre being too modest. I know about him, Dorisius is one of the brightest young talents on the moon. In fact, he is one of the Eight Stars of the Moon. Zisu, please help me y the part of a good host to Dorisius. Young people havemon talking points." Ye Bingwenughed. Ye Zisu smiled politely. There were quite a lot of young males attending this event, yet her father wanted her to solely host Dorisius. Really now..... She nodded. She was curious about the Eight Stars of the Moon after all. "Shall we sit over there?" Ye Zisu pointed outside. "It would be my pleasure." Dorisius nodded. Ye Zisu watered the nts as she passed by them. She was about to speak when Dorisius bust outughing. "Hoho....from the looks of it, you were brought here for the same reasons too." Ye Zisu blinked with slight surprise. She immediately smiled. "Not really. I guess, Ive always been mentally prepared for this." "Ditto, OMG has garnered a lot of attention. I believe that in the future, there will be many areas we will be able to cooperate in." Both were heirs of their families, the future was in their hands. The two of them talked about the possibility of strategic cooperation, but it was merely their personal views on matters. It could be counted as indulging in each others ideas. Adults had their way of thinking, but so did the youths. "The Moons team did well at the IG training camp this round." Ye Zisu blinked and changed the subject. "Miss Zisu is also interested in IG?" "I was in Ares Colleges mecha department." "Mecha department?" Dorisius was slightly taken aback. "I dont look the part?" Ye Zisuughed. "Just a little surprised." Dorisiusughed. "The reputation of the Eight Stars of the Moon precedes you." Ye Zisu giggled. "Earths performance was the real shocker. Four individuals obtained very good results, we were foiled." Dorisius smiled. Both of them had a lot ofmon topics, both in business and in school. "Does Miss Zisu already have someone that she likes?" Dorisius asked suddenly. Dorisius initially gave no thought to this matter, they had only just met each other. He started to feel that Zisu was a pretty gooddy, she wasnt bossy and she was a capable person. "Uhh....." Ye Zisu stared nkly. "Why do you ask?" "Hoho..I might sound a little narcissistic if I put it this way, but when we spoke with each other, your eyes would sparkle as if you were thinking of someone special. This person would most likely be someone you fancy," Dorisius exined. His eyes showed perception. "Was I really that obvious?" Dorisius nodded andughed. "I was just curious which individual it was that you thought so highly of." Ye Zisus eyes wandered into the distance. "There is such a person that I have liked for many years." Ye Zisu smiled gently. "Oh? Then I wish you all the best." Dorisius was not a nosy person, he merely wanted to understand his future business partner better. "Thank you. How about you? Do you have a person that you like?" "There is...but Im afraid she sees me as a brother. But Im still young, so there is no need to rush matters like these." A figure appeared in Dorisiuss mind. His eyes also wandered off into the distance. Ye Zisuughed. He was human after all. At least he was not annoying. In the distance, both of their fathers were giving a toast. "From the looks of it, it seems like both of are getting along pretty well." Fraser smiled. "Hoho...young people are so interesting." Ye Bingwen nodded. Both of them looked each other in the eye and shook hands. "Heres to good cooperation." The of Antis was the seat of the Republic. It was one of the top ten mysteries of the Milky Way Gxy, and it possessed both culture and secrecy. But mankind did not know that one of the conditions to get Antis to join the Milky Way Alliance was that Antis got to maintain its own freedom and rtive independence. Externally, it looked like an ordinary with its unique style of architecture. But the Antis civilization was a unique spiritual civilization. It was also a ce where all of mankinds knowledge was integrated into its very essence. But Mankind never believed that it was just another ordinary. Secret probing was done because they suspected that underneath it all, this was a terrifying battle fortress. The Republic of Antis had nine major cities, each of them the size of Australia on Earth. The streamlined rune ships were running in a busy but orderly fashion. After joining the Milky Way Alliance, Antis underwent a series of changes. What had once been apletely conservative republic gradually opened up, and alliances started being formed. This showed that Antis was willing to seek a greater level of cooperation with others rather than maintain a neutral position. There were countless exotic spacecrafts flying around both inside the and in its skies. Flourishing and efficient, these spacecrafts were flying different-colored streamers. The different colors signified that they ran on different tracks. At the center of Antis was arge temple that served as the pce. To put it bluntly, the pce was actually only the outer part of the temple. The pce was the guardian of the temple. The pce temple was snow white in color. It contained a main hall that was round in shape. At the center of the main hall was the altar of the gods. At this moment, there was a beautiful white figure kneeling on the altar and praying. Beneath the altar were twelve girls surrounding it. They were the priestesses of the temple. Each of them was be a pure virgin with devout faith and excellent qualifications. Each of their bodies was vaguely emitting a mysterious, dense, blue aura. After an hour, the figure on the altar stood up and raised up her head. She had a breathtaking face. She gently stepped down the stairs. A pair of sparkling and translucent feet gently touched the ground with a faint rhythm. This was an extremely sacred event. The moment she got off the altar, the sacred aura dispersed and in its ce was the aura of a noble. She was the master of the nine cities, the Queen of the three great stars, Her Majesty! The priestesses assisted her with the changing of her robes. Once the robes of a priestess were taken off and the robes of a queen were on, thest trace of holiness faded away and was reced by an overwhelming aura of majesty. This sort of majestic aura made all whoid eyes on her submit to her majesty. "You may take your leave." With thismand, the Queen made her way to her pce. The female officials submitted the documents that needed processing. These documents were not electronically stored like what mankind used, but rather were primitive books that contained writings in gold. It was actually as convenient as human technology, but only the people of Antis could use it. "Your Majesty, his Highness Hao Lin requests an audience." The documents were processed quickly and efficiently. In the short span of half an hour, a thousand scrolls of nearly 500,000 words were processed. The Queen looked up and smiled. "Let him in," she said as she put down the golden scroll in her hand. "Yes, Your Majesty." Hao Lin entered respectfully. "Your Majesty." He bowed. His actions were really cute. "Rise. Come here and sit down." The Queen adjusted slightly so Hao Lin could sit on herp. "Was the human world fun? You have human ancestry, so it would not be particrly difficult for you to understand them, but do not be affected by them," the Queen said while smiling. She touched the top of Hao Lins head. "They possess riches and are ambitious and unbridled. But your Majesty, what about them worries you?" Hao Lin asked puzzled. "Every civilization must have its ws. The closer they get to perfection, the greater the danger of extinction." The Queen smiled lightly. "We are now in the Milky Way Gxy, and our fate with mankind has been intertwined after so many years of peace. After all this time, the humans must be finding it more difficult to suppress their ambitions. We must take the appropriate precautions." Hao Lin nodded. He knew that Her Majesty would never be wrong, this was Gods guidance. Antis had been under the danger of total destruction several times before, but it had survived under Gods guidance. The universe did not care about the existence of a civilization, nor its extinction, because a new civilization would rece it. There was an irresistible force that governed this universe, and the greater the force, the more it was respected. After thinking for a while, Hao Lin asked, "Your Majesty, there is one matter that I am concerned about. There was a human, and from his body I felt vibrations. These vibrations felt simr to.....God." Chapter 202: Things Are Finally Moving Chapter 202: Things Are Finally Moving Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Oh? Tell me more about it." The Queens eyes moved slightly. "It was from Ya Shumans report. Weve found the remnants of God in one of the humans on Earth. He has no doubte into contact with Gods energy." "Hoho...there is no need to be rmed. There is the possibility of this happening, but at the same time, it might have only been a feeling of nostalgia. God had no doubt left us already. All we need to do is wait and stay vignt." The Queen touched Hao Lin gently and said, "You have a great responsibility. You will have full responsibility in the matter with An." "Yes, Your Majesty." Although he was only 10 years old, Hao Lins knowledge and understanding were far beyond that of others of his age. But he did not understand one thing: he had sensed a trace of apprehension in the Queen. What could possibly threaten the great Antis civilization? Wang Zhengs vacation was filled with activities. Halfway through his vacation, he received Zhuo Mus and Luomus greetings. Neither of them could be too rxed, as they had just passed the first phase of IG. Wang Zheng, Meng Tian, Zhang Shan, and Zhang Runan returned to school early. They spent the remaining time eating snacks. Their spirits were good after being able to rx and rest for a while, especially so for Zhang Shan. "Very well, it seems like none of you got carried away," Zhuo Mu said. He felt pleased with the four students. The states of their bodies indicated that they had maintained a certain amount of training; otherwise, they would not have reacted so well. "Instructor! In the future, the banner of Ares College shall be mine to carry!" Zhang Shan said confidently while thumping his chest. Not only had he increased his amount of physical training, he had also practiced martial arts. His confidence had risen to a new level. But simple brute force was not enough, there were still many techniques to learn. To be invincible, absolute strength and speed were required. But who possessed both? On top of that, no matter how strong a person was, he would need sufficient skills when faced with a group. "Why are all of you looking at me like that? Dont you believe me? I shall change your opinions of me in the second stage! You will all end up admiring me!" Zhang Shan said. Both Meng Tian and Zhang Runan could not help but turn their faces in disgust. Zhang Shan was speechless at their change in expressions. Did neither of them believe him? Zhuo Mu could not help but ridicule him too. "Mountain Maiden is not a nickname that can be easily discarded. I was just talking to a few old friends of mine, your nickname has spread like wildfire." Zhang Shan was dumbfounded. What the f**k was this nonsense?! "Back to the matter at hand. Youve all passed the first stage and then had the enjoyment of rxation as well as bathing in the glory. It is time to get serious again," Zhuo Mu said. "IG is a mech warrior selection after all, and havingpleted the first stage only means that you have the potential to be a proficient mech warrior. You are still not at the end yet. The second stage will undoubtedly test the ability of your mech piloting skills. This will certainly be your favorite part." "We cant wait for that, Instructor!" Zhang Shan roared. Piloting a gorgeous mech while crushing the world in majestic fashion and at the same time being surrounded by babes. Woohoo! That was the life! With just these simple words, Wang Zheng felt a sort of boiling feeling welling up within him. Mecha were indeed extraordinary things; they had a certain allure to them. Once a person piloted one, his human abilities would be greatly empowered. It felt as though ones physical restrictions had been lifted. It was an intoxicating feeling of utter strength. A lot of mech warriors were addicted to this feeling. "Who amongst you has piloted a military mech before?" Luomu asked. The four of them looked at each other, but only Meng Tian nodded. "I have. Ive piloted the Earth Federation Armys regr mech for practice several times." "What did you think of it?" Luomuughed. "Difficult." Luomuughed again. "That is true. It is not the same as a practice mech, neither is it simr to the virtual version in a game. This is the real deal, it causes strain on the human body. The stronger and more shy your attempted maneuvers, the greater the price the body will have to pay. A mech does not have limits, but the human body does. That is why I want all of you to understand the mech, understand your own limits, and then ovee them." "Hoho....let me summarise. We are going to lecture you on how to operate the mech." "Instructor! Of course we know that the virtual version does not fully represent the real thing, but will we really be allowed to pilot the real thing?" Zhang Shan asked. "Youre in luck, kids." Then the curtain behind them slowly opened to reveal four brand new mecha. "These are your training mecha, they are sponsored by OMG. The Demon Wolf Type V, the Beast Type III, the Bata Type V, and the Hunter Type III. These are all brand new, do not waste such a good opportunity!" Upon seeing the four mecha, Zhang Shan let out a weird howl and rushed forward to hug the Bata Type V. He had always wanted to be an almighty mech pilot, and the Bata Type V would no doubt allow him to disy his full potential. Zhang Shan suddenly felt himself being lifted off the ground. Zhang Runan threw Zhang Shan aside. "This belongs to me." "Are you for real, Manly Sister? Couldnt you be more democratic? Dont you think that Im more suitable for it?" Zhang Runan looked at Zhang Shan. "That is yours." The Beast Type III?! To Zhang Shang, a heroic mech pilot did not use a beast type mech. Not only should their ideal mech be strong, it should also look cool. "Dont fight over this. Which one you are suitable with will only be decided after thorough testing. No matter your final preference, youre all going to have to get used to these four mecha. Only when you have a thorough understanding of a variety of mecha will you be able to counter them effectively." Zhuo Mu said. "This time, you must totally annihte the opponent!" Old mecha were difficult to operate. To think that OMG would be willing to sponsor four brand-new mecha was honestly unexpected. Although they weremon models, this had gone beyond the colleges expectations. Operating a real training mech was different from operating a virtual one. It felt really good. Also, it was brand new. Everyone had used a training mech. Wang Zheng had also used it many times, but the feeling of piloting a brand new mech waspletely different. The moment the pilot entered the cockpit, G materials warped around the body and the devices interfaced directly with the pilot. The pilot and the mech had be one. It was like a body wearing clothes, but these gave one unbridled strength. This is your mech, it is akin to your life on the battlefield. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan both had their impulsive moments. Ah...men were like that! Meng Tian was not that excited. She was experienced with mecha, and had even piloted high-end models. She only wished to improve her ownbat ability through the training. Or else she would not make it past the second phase of IG. Luomu could not help but smile when he looked at the four excited students. "The conditions this time are ideal. But take it easy, we dont want to end up damaging them." "Let them train and familiarize themselves with the mecha first. They can duel each otherter as long as the shields energy levels are able to hold up." "Around one-tenth should do, this way the mecha wont suffer from too much strain." ording to Gu Tes intention, he had intended to assemble some old mecha or let them undergo training with the military. But Zhuo Mu felt that it would be better to let them get used to the mecha first. It was fortunate that OMG was willing to give such arge donation. Of course, they knew that OMG intended to enter the military supply market, and this was their way of creating opportunities. Gu Te was still well connected in the military circle. In fact, not only Earth, but Mars and Caragal had begun their training as well. Some had even started earlier. The others were no fools, the second phase was definitely the real battle between mecha. Judging from the first phase, the probability of engaging inbat was very high. It would never be wrong to be prudent and prepare for that scenario. But the second phase required capital; it was not possible without it. It was different from practicing by oneself. Ares College had been on the downtrend these years, so the budgets had gotten smaller. To put it simply, there were only a few names left. Although it had achieved good results in the first phase, it was still too early to hope for a change in fortune. Just like everywhere else, the college would have prepared aplete collection of the mecha library. This was the basic facility of a military college. But this had always been a luxury. On the Moon, at the Moonlight Colleges Celestial Pavilion, the eight stars of the moon had gathered and wereughing. "Masasi, Ive received a message from the boss. It sounds a little bad...where are we heading?" Pi Xiaoxiu said. It was not their first time doing this sort of training. With regards to the mecha, as the most extravagant celestial body in the sr system, this training was nothing new. "It should be mecha this time around. As to where we are headed=....I am not a mind reader. Who knows what the boss is thinking? We might even be going to CT." ""Youre kidding, what use is that? Even a god there is nothing in the real world," Dong Xiao injected. Milos device rang while he was chatting, it was Achilles. "The spaceship has been arranged, Argus Space Station." In short, Achilles only needed to tell him the result. Everyone was stunned. Argus Space Station.....how the hell would they get there??? Although it was subordinate to the Sr System Federation.... that ce was chaotic. It was said that the locals even associated themselves with pirates, but no proof had been found thus far. Normal people would never go there, this was a mismatch with the high social standing of the Moon. But Achilles was not giving them a choice, it was an instruction. 28 hourster.... Milo and the others stepped into Argus Space Station. Achilles was dressed as a mercenary. Beside him stood a bald-headed and brawny man who was shirtless. He wore a one-piece armor that made him look as though he was capable of holding a fight with a mech in person! He stood there motionlessly, merely watching the rest. "Everyone is here, lets move out then," Achilles said with a smile. Being an interster mercenary was not a new upation. Interster voyages were highly dangerous, and the federal army could not be everywhere at once. Keeping a mercenary force would also be expensive, thus the professional mercenary upation was born, and they were formerly thought of as armed escorts. The technical skills required of a mercenary were high, so themon soldier would not be an excellent mercenary. Because of this, the mercenaries were able to attain high positions within the military if they desired. But this was not what they wanted, they hated being tied down. A life of adventure and fighting was what they desired. In fact, the federal army were not the ones that the pirates hated, but rather it was the mercenaries. Chapter 203: Heroic Chapter 203: Heroic Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Upon departing from the space station, everyone looked at their surroundings with great interest. It was.....cleaner than expected. The air was fresh, lush nts were everywhere, and even the roadsides had flower beds that contained different flowers and grasses. It was not the run down ce that they had imagined. But upon further inspection, they noticed that most of the people here were businessmen. These businessmen possessed tough exteriors with solemn faces stered upon them. Behind them followed fierce bodyguards. This proved that this was still Yagorus after all, and their own youthful faces were the odd ones out. The next moment, two maglev vehicles appeared in front of everyone. These were their means of transport. "Holy crap, this looks sturdy. Does ite with its own energy shield system?" Atos asked. Although he had been disqualified, he hade along with the others as a sparring partner. "That is correct. Who knows if a person is aiming at your head right now with aser weapon?" Baldy stated. Their destination was a mercenary barracks that was heavily guarded. It even looked like a prison. Masasi and the others felt puzzled. When had the boss changed his style? Why did he end up fraternizing with such people? They changed into the mercenarybat suits and went directly to the training grounds. Rattle rattle.... A rack of mecha came rising out of the ground. They were delivered directly from the mecha base via elevators. Twenty mecha in total which consisted of all the five types. Support-type, mobile scout-type, heavily armored defensive-type, offensive sniper-type, and bnced-type. "Pick whichever you like and familiarize yourself with it." Achilles smiled. A group of pilots who looked like mercenaries stepped out from the cockpits to make space for them. The looked at Masasi and the others with curious eyes as if they were animals in the zoo. "Dorisius, I have the feeling that these people are interested in males," Dong Xiao joked. "Damn, Pi Xiaoxiu, you got to be careful then. You look just like their type." "Scram!" Pi Xiaoxiu replied with one word. This ce seemed extremely shady. Who knew what weird activities the locals were interested in? It gave off a shady feeling. If it were not for Achilless request, they would never havee to this sort of ce. They were notcking in mecha either. Milo picked the offensive type, Masasi picked the bnced type, Pi Xiaoxiu casually picked the support type. In his words, the support mecha would usually stand in the backlines where it was safe and secure. None of the twenty mecha consisted of what they were familiar with, so they just randomly picked one. It didnt mean much to them. They had trained with hundreds of mecha before. In fact, the mecha they had trained with were not restricted to those of the sr system, they also used those of other gxies. If Zhang Shan could know what the Eight Stars were thinking, he would definitely have fainted from jealousy. A person would be frustrated if he constantlypared himself with others. On the training ground, Masasi and the others undertook maneuvers to familiarize themselves. Knowing that the others were mercenaries, they wanted to show off a little of their skills too. They did not think highly of the mercenaries. Only those who did not want to join the army or were rejected by the army would join the mercenaries. Although the exterior of the training ground did not look luxurious, its facilities wereprehensive. Milo piloted the mech to a footwork training field and started training her footwork. The training field remotely controlled the power system of the mech. If the footwork was not up to standard, the mech would be forced to brake and the training session would be terminated. An indication light appeared on the ground of the site, and the moment the Milo stood on top of it, a new indication light quickly appeared ten meters away with a hum. The mech had two seconds to move into the new position. With a bang, the mech dashed forward and stepped on the new indication light. More indicator lights appeared in the distance. The mech moved rapidly to each one of them. Initially, the distance between the indicator lights were within a reasonable range, but gradually the distance between them grewrger and the time limit grew shorter. Rumble rumble rumble..... Milo had fun. Song of the Storm required one to have good footwork. It was a dazzling move in CT, but it was also a useful skill in reality. Although the skills used in CT may not be directly transferable to reality, this move was a true trump card she possessed. Boom! The difficulty was increased and variousser obstacles appeared to obstruct Milo. If Milo touched any of the obstacles along the way, the system would force the mech to stop. Milo merely smiled, and with twisting, evasive maneuvers, dashed past all of the obstacles. Such speed gave a person the feeling that the mech was a ghostly spirit, able to pass directly through all sort of obstacles. Obviously, this simtion presented no challenge to Milo. Dong Xiaoughed and rushed towards the strength training ground. The objective of this training was simple: to collide with theser road obstacle in front of the mech and use any means to punch through the enemys formation. Additional requirements were to disrupt the enemy formation and prevent the opponents from destroying his own damage-type mechs. The heavy armor-type mech was suited for this role. Dong Xiao continuously punched the obstacles. Every impact required him to have perfect form. Speed was of the essence, and the mech had to recover quickly to initiate another striket. Under normal circumstances, achieving three strikes per minute was considered a pass in the collision training. Achieving five strikes per minute was considered excellent. However, Dong Xiao never thought of settling for anything less than perfect. He struck out again and again, never stopping.....rumble rumble rumble... Ten obstacles were broken in a minute. The mech also did not suffer much damage; the heavy shield expenditure used was not more than 30%. Although he was only hitting obstacles, he had done it elegantly. It was not like others, who were slumped over after the training. The Eight Stars had all performed well. But this was due to them being familiar with the chosen mech. They had chosen the mecha and the training fields that suited their ystyle. Could this be called training? There was no need for such a big fuss....these mecha were old ones anyway. The mercenaries at the sidelines watched with interest. They would asionally whisper to each other. "What do you think?" Achilles smiled and asked the bald team leader. The bald team leader smiled and replied, "They have good foundational skills and abilities. They are definitely geniuses." Achilles smiled and looked at the bald team leader. "I didnte here just to hear praises from the Wolf King." The Wolf King Yazzo. He was a famous person in the mercenary circles of the sr system. The Wolf Spirit Mercenary Corps that he led could easily be ranked amongst the top ten. He was a true expert. "A pack of trash," Yazzo stated and stared nkly at Achilles. Achilles smiled as if he had expected that. "Hoho! This was my intention for bringing them here." He pointed at the mercenaries who were watching from the sidelines. Yazzo looked at Achilles with one eye and stated, "I owe your family a favor, but that does not mean I am interested in childish games." "Of course, if any losses are incurred in actual sparring, I will pay you double thepensation. I know that you have been wanting to upgrade your mecha." Achilles had immediately struck the Wolf Kings weakness. Yazzo looked at Achilles. He knew that this young man was a capable person. "Are you sure?" "When have I ever said something and not backed it up?" The young man in front of him had a mild smile, but his eyes made him seem like a trustworthy person. For Yazzo, this was indeed a good deal! Upon hearing that there would be sparring, Masasi and the others were excited. They had gotten bored of training alone, where was the fun in that? "Who shall go first?" Yazzo asked the group of youths. Dong Xiao stood out with a bang. "I shall go first. I heard that you guys are mercenaries, I will go easy on you so as not to ruin your reputation." Both Yazzo and the mercinariesughed, but theirughter contained a hint of malice. "ck Skin." "How could I bully such cute kids like them?" a ck-skinned man with thick lips said. His smile revealed a mouthful of yellow teeth. He then entered the cockpit of a simr defense-type mech. Within five minutes, Dong Xias mech was on the ground. All of its limbs had been shattered and it had lost its ability to fight. Had this been an actual enemy, Dong Xiao would have already lost his life. "Little girl, you put up quite a fight." ck Skin chuckled as he hopped out of the mech. Dong Xiao could be seen trembling in his cockpit Who the f**k were these guys? He did not understand how he had gotten flipped over, nor why he was not able to get back on his feet. "Let me try," Milo said. Her eyes gave off a cold stare. These people did not look like much, but their umtedbat experience should be respected and feared. Milo was flexible, but she was unable tond a series of blows. She was unable to unleash a wless barrage of attacks like she was known to do. The opponent was not a target dummy nor used as a prop. They hadbat experience, they knew how a person was going to attack from the way the limbs moved. Once you had made your move, they would be able to counter it the second time. Milosted a little longer, but in the end was beaten down all the same. In the blink of an eye, both of their mecha were smoldering wrecks. Milos face was totally pale when she got pulled out of the cockpit. To have the mechs shields totally destroyed and all of its limbs shattered, that sort of feeling was utterly humiliating. Dong Xiao would be okay as he was a man, but the psychological impact must have been even greater for Milo. All of the others were silent. They now understood what the mercenaries wasughing at. Yazzo roared withughter. "Thank you for your business. Will it be cash or credit?" Achillesughed. "Your guys were pretty good, Ill pay you triple. 50 million will be in your bank ount within half an hour. You dont have to do anything else within this time." "We, the Wolf Spirit Mercenary Corps, are the most professional. Our customers are like Gods to us." Yazzoughed and took stock of the group of students. He was surprised at the deep pockets of Achilles, but there was no need for it. Because Achilles family was well known. There was not one person who could offend that family and still survive in this sr system. Achilles walked right up to Masasi and the others and began to lecture them. "We dont have much time to train. If you guys cant even beat these mercenaries, then dont even bother thinking about going to IG." Achilles stated bluntly. His goal was not the sr system, only the vast expanse of the gxy was the limit! In fact, all of the major military academies had already begun their preparations. But a lot of them had already lost right from the beginning. Meanwhile, Zhang Shan was doing somersaults with the Demon Wolf right this moment. Holy f**k, who the hell was so perverted as to invent an animal mech!? Chapter 204: Joining Hands Chapter 204: Joining Hands Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Ares College only had four mecha, which was nothingpared to the other colleges. Yet this did not prevent Wang Zheng from practicing. Their training method was different from Achilles. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan did not consider their mecha to be tools, they viewed them as extensions of their own bodies, and they were not as serious as Achilles during training. "Wang Zheng, how were you able to use the Demon Wolf so effectively? Do you have any secrets?" Zhang Shan asked in a depressed tone. He wanted to use the Bata as his main mech, but what Zhuo Mu said was true. Whether he used it against the opponent or vice versa, he had to understand the mech in order to master it. Neither Meng Tian nor Zhang Runan could operate the beast-type mech smoothly either. "Humans are a kind of animal too. We crawled on all fours when we were young and slowly stood upright and walked on two legs. We do not have to be confined to imitating animals. We need to be flexible in our thinking in order to fully y to the strengths of the limbs, dont you think?" Wang Zheng said. Having an actual mech to practice with was different, and Wang Zheng trained daily to familiarize himself with the mech. The actual operation of the mech would produce many different kinds of reactions; there was nothing else that could rece this. Zhuo Mu chuckled upon seeing the four youths debating passionately. "This Wang Zheng is a natural born warrior. But their current level is still not enough, we wont progress past the second phase like this." Zhuo Mu said. Havinge from a military background, he knew the degree of difficulty. At the moment, they were getting more and more familiar with the mecha. Wang Zheng was progressing at a faster pace now, and he performed well during sparring too. Wang Zheng was a fantastic opponent, and he would help to improve Meng Tian and the others, but sadly, there was no one that could help him improve. "I know this too. What does Gu Te think about it?" "Gu Te said that this was something to be brought up to General Meng Ao. A solution will then be reached. Ares College performed well this time, so they should be supportive." "I hope so." Li Er was the Earth regions original hope. But who knew that Ares College would prove to also be a contender during this IG? Zhuo Mu had hoped that these students would go on to achieve great things and not be limited by the conditions. Wang Zheng shared a few of the experiences he had learned from piloting the mech. But these experiences were learned while actually performing the action, it was not something that Zhang Shan and the others would understand just by listening to Wang Zheng exin. Practicing on the training ground was not enough, as there were not enough training spaces and the site was too small. Everyone knew this. IG would definitely not give them such a rxed environment such as a training field. The first phase was Demon Ind, so who knew what area was waiting for them in the second phase? Wang Zheng did not give much thought to it, as the conditions were something he could not change. What he could do was continue familiarizing himself with the mech. "There is something that Ive always been curious about," Wang Zheng said. Meng Tian and the othersughed. "There is actually something that youre curious about?" "Of course, I was wondering if Ability X has a significant impact on the mecha." This was a sore point for both Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan. Both Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were proficient Ability X users. Zhang Runan shook her head. "I have no answer for this." "Ability X is actually divided into many different areas. It is actually veryplicated when you delve in to the specifics. But there is no doubt that when using the mecha as an extension of the body, the abilitys usefulnesses into y. There are actually some special military mecha that enhance the ability of the human body. Linking the body together with the G material then allows the pilot to seamlessly interface with the mech." Meng Tian said. Her usage of Ability X with her mech was quite amazing. "Some abilities are borderline useless, like the ability to breathe underwater, which can only be used under special circumstances. Others, like perceptive abilities, are rtively useful during battles. My ice ability is useful as I am able to prate the energy shield to directly attack the mech and its pilot." The group was stunned...what a formidable ability. Energy shields were totally useless against this Ability X. No wonder the military attached such importance to Ability X. For Zhang Runan, the moment she was enraged, the mechs capabilities also surged. Zhang Shan felt dejected. Despite training the entire day as well as putting in double the effort of everyone else, he might not even be a match for them. Wang Zheng had been doing his own research on this topic, but something always seemed to be missing, and he could not quite put a finger on it. "In fact, not all the top pilots were Ability X users. Having Ability X made things easier, but it was not absolutely needed to reach the top. Take for an example one of the An Empires three greatest pilots, Dide. He was not an Ability X user, but he was considered to be one of the strongest." Zhang Shan thought about it. "Imagine the glory a non Ability X user must feel when he beats an Ability X user." Ability X was only one part of achieving victory, it was not a critical requirement. There were too many conditions that came in to y when it came to achieving victory. Actually, Wang Zheng wanted to know what it felt like when Meng Tian or Zhang Runan used their Ability X, but this sort of matter was a highly private one. Even if they were friends, some things were best kept secret. But Student Wang was very calm. His Primordial Regression Technique had undergone some positive changes recently; perhaps just a little bit more and he would advance it to the next level. Gu Te had spoken to Meng Ao, but the results were not ideal. Gu Te wanted actualbat operations, but the military would not allow the students to undertake them. They could not be sent for those dangerousbat operations, neither could the students be allowed to tag along, as they might be a liability for the troops. The easy operations gave no training value either. Gu Te had intended to request Meng Ao to send some military experts to help with training, but Meng Aos answer was negative as well. IG was training provided by the military. Why would they allow for a training within a training? What Meng Ao meant was that the second phase of IG would provide students with the time to adapt, as to how it would be done was entirely up to the college. It was not that Meng Ao was unwilling to help, but rather if he did help, how would he be able to exin it to the other colleges? If everyone requested help, what should the military do? It would also void the purpose of IG. Some disadvantages were caused by the persons past choices, and they had to rely on their abilities to ovee them. The world was never fair. Gu Te had no choice. He saw potential in Wang Zheng and the others, but reality was harsh. He initially thought that Meng Ao would provide preferential treatment to Meng Tian as she was his daughter, but he did the exact opposite. If word had gotten out that Meng Ao helped Meng Tian, then Ares College, as well as Meng Tian, would be in trouble. Besides, the Chronos family would not agree to help. Help would have required the Chronos familys sponsorship. No matter what, money was essential. At this time, Li Er also started mech training. It was about the same as on the Moon. Fattys mouth turned into arge "O" and he drooled.....holy crap, this was too extravagant. Maybe the word extravagant wasnt enough to describe the scene. This was....luxurious! Being rich was nothingpared to this. Fatty always knew that Li Er and the Chronos family were wealthy, but to what extent? So much that they had their own private ind? Yeah, they definitely had that. But that was not the scariest bit. This was the Chronos familys base in Africa, the Weapons Research and Development Department. At the same time, this ce held Li Ers personal mecha library. Rows upon rows of mecha stood as far as the eye could see. There were enough to outfit a contingent, but these were all for Li Ers personal use. "This sr systems mecha are on this side, on that side are the mecha that the more distinct empires use," Li Er said. Bo-...boss....how many mecha are there?!" "More than a thousand I guess. Some of them have only been used a few times. This is the fifth warehouse." Luo Fei was speechless. A thousand mecha. Holy crap....it must have cost a fortune for all of them. "Feel free to use any of the mecha here. The second phase will no doubt be a mecha battle. You can familiarize yourself with the mecha first, Ill arrange a sparring partner for you over the next couple of days." Li Er said. The sparring partner that Li Er would provide was not going to be easy pickings, the Chronos family had never been that cheap. They liked to hire aces from all of the corners of the gxy. "But....if I damage something, will I have to pay for it?" Fatty always never got the main point. Li Erughed. "As long as you dont blow up this entire ce." Ever since that transformation, Luo Fei had caught Li Ers attention. Sometimes, Li Er was even jealous of Fattys ability. Luo Fei let out a weird cry and rushed towards one of the An Empires mech. It couldnt be helped, it was famous. Li Er paid no attention to his actions. Luo Fei was allowed to do whatever he wanted. He attached more importance to talents than to material objects. "Master, the guests have been received," Drupe said. "Okay, I will be there shortly. Look for a few other good ones for Fatty to use." Luo Fei had talent, but his strength was still not up to par. There was still some way to go before he was strong enough. His biggest shoring was that he waszy, thus he had to be ruthless in order topensate for that. Drupe shivered in his heart. Luo Fei was young, but he had to go through all this at his age. It was a bit brutal, but it was not rare. But then again, Li Er was able to arrange for it so easily. Drupe was ecstatic! The most important quality to power was ruthlessness. Once a person had decided on his goals, he must be decisive. Li Ers guest was.....Taros. "Taros, how have you been recently?" Both of them enjoyed some afternoon tea in the living room. Taros seemed to be in good spirits. "It is said that the people from Earth know how to enjoy life, it seems like this is true." While he was visiting Earth for a few days, Li Er had let Taros enjoy the best things in life. "The Chronos family treats its friends well," Li Er said. "Our n in the first phase was considered a sess, now it is time for the second phase. Achilles will not be an easy opponent, we best make the appropriate preparations." "Achilles may be strong; there will be no chance of winning in a one-versus-one. But if webine forces, he will definitely lose!" Tarosughed. Although the two of them were from different groups of people, they were able to cooperate with each other. Taros hated trash like Achilles, and at least there was mutual benefit to be gained by working with Li Er. Chapter 205: Faraway Brother Chapter 205: Faraway Brother Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lear wanted to be the future leader of the sr system. That meant that Taros had to be dealt with, it couldnt be helped. His position in the Republic of Hades was too low. It was not that he didnt want it, it was just that his ability was simply insufficient. But through Lear, he would be able to achieve his interests. Lear was also very generous and seemed to mean well. He decided that he might as well work with Lear to defeat Achilles. This was because Achilles looked stronger on the surface. Lear was the one who had taken care of the entire first phase. Now that training had entered the second phase, Taros strengths could be put into y in the battle of the leaders. The five prepared leaders at the pinnacle were: Lear, Achilles, and Lie Xin as the main pirs. Raston and Taros would decide which way the bnce would tilt. Raston upheld the characteristics of the Caragal people, neutrality andpetition, and opted not to participate in the uing factional struggles. If Taros were to lean towards Achilles at this moment, the bnce would be broken. Achilles was already extremely strong. This would create an opportunity for Lear to join hands with Lie Xin, so it would be a three-versus-one as Taros was secretly on Lears side. Once Achilles had been taken care of, taking care of Lie Xin would be simple. Lear knew this very clearly. They had all been battling since their time in Academy X. To resolve this battle, a good head start was half the battle won. He would be the one to represent the sr system this time. On Mars, Lie Xins situation was simpler. The Lie family had a higher amount of control than others did over the military. The most important thing was that Mars was not restricted by arbitrary taboos. The Lie family was in a position of hegemonial power on Mars, and in some ways, it conferred more advantages to them. In contrast, Ares Colleges situation was actually the only one that resembled "normalcy". After training, Yan Xiaosu hurried over and invited the others to a meal. As An Mei was not around, he could banter to his hearts content. It seemed as though he had limitless energy. "Training is important, but dont forget to enjoy the good things in life. Dont tire yourselves out too much. I wonder how Little Xin is doing in An. He didnt evene back during the holidays, what kind of ghoulish school is that?! Ive sent him several messages, but none of them got through." Yan Xiaosuined. He had hoped that all three of them would be able to meet up during the holiday. "He should be busy. He is very tough despite his usual calm appearance. He is definitely doing Earth proud in An.." Wang Zhengughed. He felt that the ce Xie Yuxin had gone to would most likely help develop his Ability X. The Erillo Star that belonged to the An Empire was like a de that stabbed into the Milky Way. This was a star that was far from the homeworld of the An Empire and it served as a springboard on which they couldunch an invasion in to the gxy. This was a symbol of the An Empires age of expansion. During times of peace like now, these springboards of invasions were given new meaning. The Erillo star became a hub for cultural exchange of the An Empire. It was through here that their culture radiated to the other gctic states. This was also a sort of expansion, a cultural expansion. This was a bustling and vibrant. The city at the center of the had hundreds of colleges and universities. Exchange students from all over the Milky Way Alliance received the best An education here, and only those that retained the best performances would get the chance to go to the capital of the An Empire. After being cleared by theary defenses, a spaceship shrouded in dark light entered thes atmosphere directly from outer space. The spaceship swept through Erillos atmosphere and passed through the Litton Mountains before it made itsnding. The spaceships light convergence dissipated and revealed the shape of the spacecraft. It had the appearance of an An ship, but the technical characteristics showed that it had traces of Antis technology. The other side of the Litton Mountains was a vast stretch of desert. The spacecraft swept through the desert and signaled. "Alpha No. 07, the 57th flight test ispleted. Requesting permission to return to the college." "Alpha No. 07, you may return to the college. Wee back." The spaceship disappeared in a sh of light. There were no gusts of wind on the ground nor was there the sonic boom that indicated the breaking of the sound barrier. It was as if air resistance did not apply to this spaceship. The spaceship stopped deep in the desert and started tond slowly. Just then, the desert grounds shook and the dunes cracked open, exposing a metal door hidden in the sand. The metal door had a huge X-mark painted on it. The huge, metal door opened and the spaceship proceeded tond in the middle of it. A metal arm stretched out and held the ship in position. Another conveyor belt would carry the spaceship deeper underground. This was a huge underground base. But the peopleing and going about in the base were not soldiers, they were mostly students wearing a variety of uniforms. But it was obvious that this was different from the average college; it looked a little bit less like a college and more like a high-techb. Even under a tense and efficient atmosphere, each persons face was full of spirit coupled with a look of self-confidence. The 28th floor underground was the Department of ult Science. Not everyone could ess the 28th floor. A security ess card must be swiped when one was in the elevator for verification before the 28th floor could be selected. The walls inside theboratory were white and the ceiling and floor were a deep ck. This contrast in color brought about a sense of mystery. In the middle of the room, Xie Yuxin and a middle-aged man were sitting across from each other at a ss table. The chairs were transparent too, and it looked like the both of them were floating. Xie Yuxin smiled and looked at the middle-aged man. The middle-aged man held a deck of ying cards in his hands. The middle-aged man drew a card, took one look at it, and said, "Lets y one more time. This card that Ive drawn, what is it?" "The time starts now." At the same time, he opened a website full of jokes and started to read them. Xie Yuxin frowned. His Ability X was perception, and it also had a little predictive potential, but he still was not very sure what it could do. This so-called perception perceived the information that the other party was thinking about via subtle movements from them. The more the other side was focused on the information, the greater the likelihood of Xie Yuxin being able to perceive it. Xie Yuxin focused on the subtle movements that the middle-aged man gave off. Naturally, the other party was already immersed in the jokes, but he would still subconsciously give hints as to the card itself. The middle-aged man knew this as well. What Xie Yuxin needed to do was filter out the distractions and narrow down the information that he needed. Sweat started to drip down from his forehead. Although it was an Ability X, it did not guarantee that he would definitely be right. Abat-oriented ability such as his was often unstable. "It is the five of hearts.....wait....I also saw that...the king of clubs?" Xie Yuxin exhaled deeply and answered. The middle-aged man frowned and flipped the card over, it was the five of hearts. "That was the wrong answer....but...how did you arrive at the king of clubs? I did not use any misleading tricks this time." Xie Yuxin had been here for half a year and his ability had improved quickly. These sorts of mistakes would not have happened even a month ago. Xie Yuxin was shocked. "I dont know either." "Maybe you are tired. Get some rest for today," the middle-aged man said. He looked at the time, they had been at it for two hours already. Xie Yuxin shook his head. "Im not tired, lets try it again" "No need to overdo it....but okay, if you insist. Well call it a day if you make more one mistake." The middle-aged man said. He shuffled the cards again and casually drew a card. He took a look at it and his face instantly turned white. "Mentor?" Xie Yuxins eyes shed and quickly captured the information. It was the king of clubs! The card he just drew was the king of clubs!" "An improvement....very good. Looks like well have to redesign your training all over again." The power of prediction! And it was not a vague feeling but a clear prediction! It was unbelievable! Ability X wasrgely based on the development of human instinct, but taken to the extreme. However, certain users had touched upon uncharted territory. Xie Yuxin was clearly one of them. Zhang Qings voice was a little agitated. He took a deep breath and calmed down. " Hoho....Xie Yuxin, youre been here for half a year already?" "Yes, half a year." "Congrattions....your ability rank has increased. You are the first of Earths representatives to do so. Your isted training will thus conclude, you are now allowed to enjoy a higher level of treatment and authority!" Ans Institute of Capacity Studies was simr to the Milky Way Alliances Academy X, but it was run independently by the An Empire. Its main research direction was directed towards nonbat Ability Xs, especially those that involved prediction and time. Humans had always been curious of about some of the runes of Antis, especially their religious beliefs and the existence of God. The words of God. Ever since humans entered the era of science and technology, this belief mainly stemmed from the heart. But it was clear that this was not the case for Antis. Such power truly existed for them. The An Empire was the one faction that had significant interactions with Antis. This was also done in the event that if something disastrous was predicted, they would have ample time to prepare for it. When Antis chose to join the Alliance, it was toply with the will of God. The same reason was given to external parties. However, it was, in fact, pure nonsense. They had not connected with God for countless years since. But there was no doubt that it was a win-win situation for both parties. The An Empire was an elite empire, and they had been curious about this power. There were many students like Xie Yuxin who had epted the best education that the An Empire offered. This was the mostprehensive way to develop their abilities, something that schools could not do. Xie Yuxin had learned a lot here, and he had also made many friends. Students with exceptional grades could be citizens of the An Empire and enjoy the best benefits. This in turn had attracted many students toe here. But this was not what Xie Yuxin was after, he wanted to learn more, especially regarding his Ability X. When Xie Yuxin thought about his own understanding of Ability X and the information he had coted about it, he could not help but show a confident smile. He would be able to send the information to Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu soon. He knew that this was especially useful to Wang Zheng. He did not know why, but his instincts had told him so. s, it was a pity that Wang Zheng was a not a beautiful babe. Chapter 206: Emotional Strength Chapter 206: Emotional Strength Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Brothers Net Caf. Wang Zheng was dragged there once again by Yan Xiaosu. There were such facilities in the club, but Yan Xiaosu was not interested in going there. He preferred ces with more people as it would be livelier, and he was also more familiar with the people at Brothers Net Caf. Recently, Yan Xiaosu got addicted to using the Jungle Scamper. He had used his own ability and climbed up to the Silver rank. Soon he would be able topete for a promotion to the Gold rank. It was apletely different feeling from being carried by someone else. He would get looks of awe from his teammates whenever he hit his opponents. The most important thing was that whenever the match began, his teammates would feel like going AFK the moment he picked the Jungle Scamper. Proving them wrong after the match was an unrivaled feeling. These days, nine out of ten Jungle Scampers performed terribly, but Yan Xiaosu was part of the remaining one out of ten that actually did well. Yan Xiaosus CT friend list had a quite a few good yers, and a bunch of them had carried him before. Now Yan Xiaosu was good enough to carry them instead. Yan Xiaosus overall win rate was only around 40%, but his win rate using the Jungle Scamper was 80%. Even if the battle was a loss, he would be thest one to die. That gave people a feeling that he was wretched, iparably wretched! When Wang Zheng and E used the Jungle Scamper, it was to continually suppress the enemy while using a retreating strategy. But it was different for Yan Xiaosu. His use of it could only be described as wretched. He did everything possible to be a hidden sniper. Sometimes the opponents even tried to deliberately bait him out, but he would not be fooled. He always adhered to the rule of "safety first", so they had no way to deal with him. Also, Yan Xiaosu only yed on terrains that suited the Jungle Scamper. Hearing Yan Xiaosuughing on the other side, Wang Zheng could not help it and startedughing too. Wang Zheng was not interested inbat when there were no suitable opponents. Instead, he looked at the mecha in his library and the most recent news. Xiao Feis reputation had grown recently. He had originally nned to spend time on her subject during the holidays, but sadly he could not find the time for it. There were invitations from all over the gxy, one after another, at different times. Many of the schools did not have holidays, but there were invitations from the National Academy of Sciences and the Federal Academy of the Sr System. It would not be wise to reject these invitations. Xiao Fei had be sessful this time. Additionally, she had suddenly be the winner of the Milky Way Alliances Nobel prize for physics. Dong Xuewu no longer had a chance to beat her. The onlyparable award was the best contribution award, which was also one of the biggest awards as well as the biggest honor a scientist could have. Herpetitor was Mu Fengchun, who had also maderge contributions in mathematics and its relevant fields. On the familiarization of the mecha, Zhuo Mu had no way to help. They could borrow the CT system to achieve a certain degree of understanding. If the conditions had been ideal, he would hope that Wang Zheng and the others would have been able to familiarize themselves with all the mecha avable. To both know oneself as well as the opponent would allow them to be unbeatable. But then again, reality was not so kind. To a professional soldier like Zhuo Mu, the CT system was only able to provide at best 10% of the actual feeling of piloting a mech. But this was the best they could do under current circumstances, and some form of information was better than none. In fact, the simpler a mech was, the better it would be as a form of reference. In contrast, the more advanced the mech was, the less likely it would be useful as reference due to it being too specialised. Even if the functions were simr, the pilots needed to understand the performance of the mech as well as how it actually operated. The CT versions were overly simplified. Furthermore, the more advanced the mech, the more difficult it was to pilot it. This was true not only for the Antis mech. Wang Zheng went through the data that Chen Xiu sent him while looking for some suitablebat videos. If a video made it onto the list, it had to contain something of value. Mankinds potential was unlimited. Once a suitable mech was found, its potential could be maximized through the ones power as well as imagination. In fact, Wang Zheng knew that he could use anything, but his powers of imagination were next to nothing. But this was his own personal assessment. If Yan Xiaosu had heard this, he would have farted in protest. How could the theory of transcendence be so simple? Was this the thinking of someone who would go against the entire gxy? It was simple to Tyrant Su. As long as he had a bit of light, he felt like he was the sun. After watching for a while, Wang Zheng heard his mailbox notification ring. He initially thought that it was Chen Xiu and the others, but he found out that it was Xie Yuxin. "That rascal, I thought he had forgotten about me already!" Wang Zheng opened the mail and was totally stunned. He had been pondering this question for a long time. Even the people around him had no answer to it. And suddenly, someone sent him the answer he had been looking for. This sort of feeling was impossible to describe. "This is my personal understanding on what Ability X is. It may not be totally urate. I hope this will be of help to you, Wang Zheng. Also, please dont let Yan Xiaosu bezy. I hope that next time we meet up, I will have made great achievements and will be leading a wonderful life!" Xie Yuxin still spoke so ndly. Wang Zheng had never seen him be anything more than ambivalent. Everyone had their own goals, what was Xie Yuxins? Wang Zheng did not know himself, but one thing was for sure: this rascal had made it big. He was actually able to have a premonition of the direction his own goals would take him. If this guy were ady, he would be a very pleasant person. With regards to technology and training, Wang Zheng felt confident and was not worried about his opponents. But Boneheads training emphasized understanding the unknown. In the era of Ability X, even if they were not prepared for it, they had to understand it at the very least, or else the level of uncertainty inbat was too high. Xie Yuxins familiar face appeared. "Wang Zheng, I do not know why your gic score is so low. But ording to my Ability X, you and Xiaosus life forces are very strong. I guess it is just a problem of awakening it." Wang Zhengughed bitterly. His chances should be quite good, as he was able toplete the Rubiks Cube as well as endure such torturous training. Under these conditions, why hadnt his Ability X awakened yet? Ever since the cultivation of the Five Elements, Wang Zheng felt that he had gotten closer to achieving his Ability X. There were other aspects that he had gotten stronger in, but he had yet to break through. Xie Yuxin wrote thetter part in words. It could be seen that he was trying to put his interpretation into words. These were just some of his insights and not the absolute truth. He hoped that it would provide a reference for Wang Zheng, or perhaps even enlighten him. Technically, Ability X was the power contained in each persons DNA. It might look incredible, but it was not really all that mysterious. It was just that humans were too dependent on machinery, and this caused their powers to gradually fade away. This was in contrast to the Zerg, which had relied entirely on gic power, the exact opposite of what the humans did. But just as human science and technology had reached a certain degree in forcing this ability to manifest, this gic power had undergone a dramatic change. A mutation urred and it had created problems in human gics. It was a situation that could potentially wipe out mankind. Later on, at the highest level conferences of the Sr System Federation, this development was stopped and mankind returned to the old path. However, with the steady development of science and technology as well as the slow rise of gic technology, humanitys pursuit of physical health and longevity would be impossible to stop. The control of gic technology was slowly loosened. After all, with thest experience, the technology of forced change had beenpletely banned, but it did not prevent the gradual improvement of human gics This natural evolution of adaptation would contain a certain rate of elimination. Some humans would awaken their powers, while some would not. But the awakened humans had obtained this power naturally and would not suffer any bacsh. It has to be acknowledged that Antis provided a lot of help in this regard. This allowed humans to have a better understanding of it. Many scientists and professionals had done research in this area. The citizens of Antis possessed strong personal power. It would be an exaggeration to consider them super soldiers, but their average power level was very high. They were a race that possessed both strength and intelligence, but they worshipped God. They also hadplete control over their desire to expand. This was very strange as it seemed to go againstmon human motivations. The current exnation was that they were able to control themselves from expanding rampantly, hence preventing themselves from spreading themselves too thin, weakening, and eventually destroying themselves. If one chose to expand rampantly, it would inevitably lead to catastrophe. Humans were strong, but they relied on their tools. Once they left their tools behind, they were no longer as threatening. This also had the effect of allowing the humans to remain rtively peaceful. But even so, ambition could be formidable. Just looking at the expansion of the Milky Way, one could see the reason why. The people of Antis had a sense of sentimental attachment to their history, and through various channels, humans hade to an understanding of it. They had once expanded but suffered a heavy blow and finally returned to a calm and sustainable pace of living. This present system could never have been formed overnight. Humans were the smartest. To maintain strong ambition as well as strength at the same time while also maintaining the steady development of the entire nation, a bnced approach was by far the best choice. Looking from the history of human development, the humans did notck time or patience. Even if it could not be done in a generation, they could take two generations or even ten generations. As long as they had a goal, that was sufficient to them. The Ability X in humans gradually matured over time, and gic adjustment had a gradual effect on it. A small number of humans changed and gradually began to transcend their limitations. After all, humans did not want to end up bing the monsters that science fiction predicted. These were creatures that were brains in vats. The body must not be allowed to weaken. Ability X was poprly regarded to be akin to the power of an animal. Such as Zhang Runans power, which was akin to having the strength of a bear. It was naturally powerful regardless of ones muscture.. Besides, there were other abilities, such as the perception of danger and the ability to breathe underwater. These were present in the biological gic chain, but they were either dormant or disappearing over time. It was only now that these abilities had begun to awaken. Currently, humans were vinated when they were born. In addition to disease prevention, these vines provided an opportunity and in some cases were the main trigger to awaken theirtent abilities. Some people would not see a reaction in their lifetimes, but they would be able to pass on any subtle changes to the next generation, improving their chances of sess. In essence, everyone had a chance of awakening. Thus, Xie Yuxin thought that in order to awaken ones Ability X, one must first believe in it. Humans powers had alwayse from an eruption of emotions. "Ill KILL YOU, FRIEZA!" Chapter 207: Trip to Mars with a Beautiful Teacher Chapter 207: Trip to Mars with a Beautiful Teacher Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Xie Yuxin and the others like him who were born into high social standings had a strong sense of confidence and desire. His first awakening was when he took an exam, but when he did not get first ce, he was devastated. Under such strong emotional stimtions, his Ability X was awakened. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu were the same. They were envious, but they did not have such strong demands for themselves. Especially at the An Empires Ability X Research Institute, Xie Yuxin had inquired about the topic in many ways and discovered that everyones situation was roughly the same. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu should not have been feeling envious about him, but rather they had subconsciously approved of it and hence were not emotionally stimted. Upon reading this, Wang Zheng could feel his heart surging. Xie Yuxin had said the words in his heart. Although he was very strong, Wang Zheng felt that his foundation skills were not good enough. As a result, he was still far from achieving his Ability X. But after hearing what Xie Yuxin had to say, it felt as if a knot in his heart had unraveled. Could it be that the more difficult it was to awaken the Ability X, the stronger it would be after it had awakened? From another perspective, this would coincide with the theory of natural selection through bioengineering. The greater the potential power, the greater the price to pay in order to awaken it. This was thew of nature, and no species had been able to avoid it. Wang Zhengs life force was so strong that Xie Yuxin admitted that it was the most vibrant one that he had ever felt. Wang Zheng had enormous potential. Such a person should be considered fortunate, but at the same time it was considered to be the most tragic. He would have to face more challenges and obstacles. The deciding factor was how strong his will was. Xie Yuxin wrote a lot, but Wang Zheng could feel that every word was written with resolve. It contained Xie Yuxins personal experiences while attempting to cater to Wang Zhengs understanding. This was a bond between battle-brothers that could even rival a marriage. Wang Zheng turned off the screen andid down on his chair with his hands behind his neck. He gently closed his eyes and remembered what Xie Yuxin said about him. If Ability X was ssified ording to its nature, there would be a variety of different categories. But Xie Yuxin divided it in to three categories: one which was derived from their own power, one which borrowed the power of nature, and the third was abination of the first two. Zhang Runan obviously would be of the type that derived from her own power. Meng Tian most likely belonged to the third category. A portion was derived from her own power while another portion was borrowed from nature. Through Xie Yuxins understanding, together with Wang Zhengs personal sentiment, the situation became a lot clearer. He had been training hard to awaken his ability. But it seemed like it was not a case of how strong you were, but rather if the correct stimtion was applied. It wasrgely based on emotions. It had be more difficult now. If it were merely training, Wang Zheng would have grinded it until his ability awoke. But if it required stimtion..... Student Wang had never been easily agitated. It was all Boneheads fault! After going through such training, it was easy to keep a calm mind but difficult to have impulsive emotions. After thinking for a while, Wang Zhengughed. He had taken himself too seriously. The pursuit of strength was a goal, not a burden. Suddenly, Yan Xiaosu made a weird sound. "I am invincible! Henceforth, you shall address me as valiant warrior tall-rich-handsome! Student Yan had won again. This was unprecedented. Yan Xiaosu was ecstatic, and Wang Zheng could feel Yan Xiaosus life force increasing. Could he be on the verge of awakening? Life was simple to Yan Xiaosu; his goal was to continue living a nouveau riche life. To him, the simpler life was, the easier it was to awaken. "Boss! Look! My win rate is unbelievable! Five wins in five battles! I even met two of my primary school mates!" Every time Yan Xiaosu used the Jungle Scamper, he would y withser-like focus while employing a hit and run tactic. The opponents hated his sort of ystyle. But every time Yan Xiaosu retreated, he would inspire stronger morale amongst his team. He ran faster than anyone else. And when the opponents firepower was focused on him, his teammates couldunch a counterattack. And during critical moments, Yan Xiaosus precise Lightning Javelin shots would turn the tide of the battle. Wang Zheng was also curious about this, so he looked at Yan Xiaosus uracy stats with the Lightning Javelin. Yan Xiaosu actually had a hit-rate of more than 60%. "So urate?" Wang Zheng knew what the problem was. Yan Xiaosu waspletely different from him. He had never trained and their skills with weapons were worlds apart. "I had an epiphany! Every time I am about to fire the weapon, I visualize the target as an absolute babe. Then there would be no way that I would miss it!" Yan Xiaosu gloated. "This is my secret, please dont tell anyone else." Wang Zheng was dumbfounded...This...would it even work if others tried it? But this was indeed a pretty wretched move. Wang Zhen shared Xie Yuxins understanding with Yan Xiaosu. Yan Xiaosu pondered for a while and said, "I am not very concerned about that. The battlefield is not my ce anyway. If one day the human race is on the verge of extinction and I have the chance to awaken, I would like to have have an overview of what is happening..." "Boss....why are you looking at me like that. I know I am ambitious...." Bang..... There was a bump on Yan Xiaosus forehead. Student Wang could stand him no longer. "You might as well hope to be reincarnated into a woman in your next life, that way you could appreciate yourself all day." "Hoho....Boss, you are being too mean. You do not understand the main allure of women. Tsk, you would not understand it even if I exined it to you. Why are you going to im princess Aina as your own? Only then will you really understand that in this world, fame is but fleeting clouds and only a steady stream of babes is true love." Yan Xiaosu had an epiphany. The mystery surrounding babes could never be solved. Xie Yuxins understanding had unraveled a knot in Wang Zhengs heart. He would continue to train as per normal and bide his time. Wang Zheng had a fulfilling time during the summer, but his n to train peacefully was interrupted. There was a special summon for Wang Zheng and Xiao Fei from the Sr System Federations Federal Academy. Although he was still a student, Wang Zhengs reputation had spread far and wide, but of course, only within his relevant field. Xiao Fei could not regard Wang Zheng as just another student. He had made great contributions to the whole project, especially in the areas of critical importance. Thus she had emphasized this when she submitted her report. In the past, the academy would have thought that Xiao Fei was merely trying to promote the student. But after the Rnd Garros incident, news of Wang Zhengs entry into Genesis Coffee had spread. It must be said that Xiao Fei had just joined as well, and the club had a huge reputation. Given her qualifications and contributions, she would only qualify as a new member. She had no authority to bring another student in; even a few founders did not have this authority. But Wang Zheng was able to join, and from this incident, the legend of Wang Zheng grew. The Sr System Federations academy was slow to react to the news. The An Empire as well as other factions had already sent invitations to Wang Zheng. It was rare for such talented individuals to appear in the sr system, and yet the other factions were shamelessly trying to poach him. This was an unbearable insult. Regarding this matter, Wang Zheng had no strong objections. His Ability X could not be awakened through training. He might as well head out and see the world. He might even find some inspiration. He had gained a lot since thest trip to Rnd Garros. Reading a travel guide was nothing like walking the thousand miles himself. Wang Zheng began to gradually understand this saying. Externally, most people evaluated Wang Zheng as a good student who had gained prominence through Xiao Fei. No matter what achievement he made himself, it would always be credited to Xiao Fei. Wang Zheng had always been calm about these types ofments. He felt no need to contest it or to get into arguments over it. It would be better if everyone believed it. However, when it came to theoretical discussions, if Wang Zheng did not possess the capabilities he was said to have, individuals like Mu Fengchun could easily tell and expose him. There was no need for further exnation. People at this level ignored themon mans thinking. What was important was the subject of discussion itself. This was why Mu Fengchun, Gail, and the others ced emphasis on their discussions. Morals! Had it been someone else, that person may had already been impatient with his mentor out of fear that he was not being given due credit for his achievements. This sort of person would end up like Dong Xuewu once he reached the pinnacle. Although Wang Zheng was not the same sort of person as Mu Fengchun, neither could he be considered ordinary. The club was a ce where both ability and moral character were given equal importance. Mars was the venue for the Symposium on Science and Technology development and application event. It was jointly organized by the Sr System Federations Federal Academy of Sciences, as well as a dozen otherrge technologypanies of the Sr System. It was the first time that Wang Zheng and Xiao Fei hade to Mars. Upon disembarking the spaceship, they could see that the entire space port was filled with a sea of young students. Wang Zheng took a deep breath. "The air quality of Mars is pretty good. Heh heh....I heard that they ce emphasis on martial prowess over intellectual ability. I think everyone is enthusiastic about this seminar, there are so many fans." "Although you are the youngest scientist to attend the seminar, dont be arrogant," Xiao Fei rebuked. Xiao Feis status as the youngest scientist was revoked due to Wang Zhengs presence. In the history of human development, there had been numerous talented young people. But most of them had disappeared in the long river of history. It seemed like one could not merely rely on talent. Xiao Fei was considered to be different. She had achieved fame at a young age before settling down. Her current position had demanded a lot of effort and sacrifice from her. To Xiao Fei, science was her greatest love. But Wang Zheng was curious, why was a beautiful babe like Xiao Fei not attached? Were there really no suitors during her academic years? It was impossible, that ce was the An Empire! This was a personal question. Xiao Fei could tease Wang Zheng on this topic, but he could not tease his teacher. With Xiao Feis authority, she could absolutely "abuse" him. A lot of people hade to wee them, they had to be polite after all. Wang Zheng waved to acknowledge them. Immediately, there was screaming. Student Wang was surprised. This was the power of science; who knew that researchers could achieve this level of fame. But very quickly, the screams faded and they were left with sounds of disappointment. Wang Zheng was directly ignored. Xiao Fei, who was at the side, started tough. Chapter 208: Team Leaders Battle Chapter 208: Team Leaders Battle Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Youre usually meticulous, but you can be so careless at times. If Huiyin wanted to hold a concert on Mars, all these fans would be queuing up to get in. The two of us dont evene close to having that much charm." Wang Zheng broke out into a sweat. Xiao Fei was clearly in the know and was purposely teasing him. Tch! Who wouldve known the Professor had such a wicked sense of humor? He had only just arrived on Mars and he had lost face already. Luckily, everyones attention was focused somewhere else. Indeed, there had been someone who hade to meet him and Xiao Fei, but that unfortunate person had been mobbed into a corner by hysterical fans earlier... When they heard that Lin Huiyin had arrived, they had forgotten their original intentions and rushed ahead. Tch. To be an idol was such a pain! The man receiving them looked to be about 40, and he introduced himself as Zhang Fang. Faced with the two young scientists, he was bemused by how young they really were. "Huiyin sure has a lot of fans, even on Mars," Xiao Fei smilingly noted. She was on good terms with Huiyin, and a fan to boot. "Didnt she juste to the Sr System a while back? Whats she doing here again?" Wang Zheng inadvertently blurted. "What do you mean here again? She only went to Earthst time. Anyway, its been so long!" An aged man like Zhang Fang retorting so strongly... he clearly looked like a fan too. Wang Zheng did not know whether tough or cry. What a strong reaction. Xiao Feiughed too. "Werent you really close with Princess Aina thest time? Huiyin is her sister. You need to treat Huiyin better." Hmph! What did that have to do with anything? Conversation never flowed easily with Lin Huiyin. Although her voice was satisfactorily sweet, that wench was nosy and had a superior attitude, constantly trying to meddle with things. Hopefully he wouldnt meet her this time. "Heheh, I was just a little surprised. Looks like the Sr Systems market has expanded." "Thats true. The Sr Systems economic outlook has shown faint signs of recovery in recent years. The industry of culture is a profitable one, and the Sr System should really prioritize the development of the tourism industry. The An Empire and those other unions have also considered this point. It helps to put the Sr System back on the Milky Way Alliances stage, which is a good thing anyway." Xiao Fei knew best about the situation of the Milky Way Alliance. As a mere singer, Lin Huiyin obviously did not have such power, but things had changed after her identity had been exposed. People could not help but specte about the underlying political intentions. Regardless, it was a good sign. The An Empires strategy was clearly right C to attack ones neighbors and treat with those beyond its military reach. In light of the Sr Systems current situation, it would definitely wee such a strong ally. Although the Sr System Federation wasparatively weaker, it had historical status, and every vote could be crucial to the An Empire in a critical time. It goes without saying that when the An people got down to it, they were much smarter than other federations and empires. As a military student, Wang Zheng did not spend all his time brooding over violence. International affairs was apulsory module, and an important one at that. It distinguished military students from the average soldier through an appreciation of therger picture. While it did not directly trante into military might, a holistic view had its uses and determined the promotion of a fighter. Asting proverb said: a soldier who did not wish to be a general was not a good soldier. Compared to other aspects, Wang Zheng needed much more honing in this. The seminar this time a round was of a high caliber thanks to the presence of a big sponsor. The meeting venue was at the 5-star Silver Light Hotel in Jippu, a famous city on Mars with a superbly developed economy. After leaving a method to contact him, Zhang Fang left. Martians always did things in a rush, unlike the considerably more hospitable Earthlings. The meeting was conveniently scheduled tomence in the hotel. It was not due to start for a full day, which allowed Wang Zheng and Xiao Fei to rest. Xiao Fei had business to settle, and Wang Zheng could not sit still either. He was not going to pass up on the opportunity to explore aftering all the way to Mars. Furthermore, Mars had a rich history, especially the Sage Sect that was known throughout the Sr System. Wang Zheng had always held deep interest in matters of history since young. He had naturally started from stories of heroes, especially the unofficial histories that were non-mainstream. All those years ago, Mars had sacrificed and contributed much in the battles against the Zerg. And in the current chapter of history, of course the Lie family and the Sage Sect should not be missed. It was a double-edged sword to Wang Zhengs way of thinking. The Lie family and the Sage Sect had be the pride and glory of Mars, but single-familyary leadership for so many generations would surely not be a good thing. Although the An Empire was based on an imperial system, the attraction of talent and other important matters were well-handled. It was difficult to imagine how lineage and talent were integrated so superbly. Wang Zheng felt a pang of regret that he was not a specialist in social rtions. "Wang... Zheng, its really you!" From behind, a delighted voice was heard. He recognized both immediately when he turned around. One was a giant, the other a petite figure. Were these two...Raston and Xie Yating of Caragal? "Ah! It really is you, Wang Zheng!" Rastonughed carefreely. Wang Zhengughed too. "What a coincidence. Are you two...?" From the look in his eyes, Xie Yating knew he had the wrong impression. "Raston is my... Small Uncle." Xie Yating resented this rtionship and cursed herself for being born too early. "Haha, thats ording to generational lineage, but privately we always converse as equals." Raston chuckled. Wang Zheng smirked. "I thought there were...benefits to be had." "Both of you are horrid! All you do is bully me!" Xie Yating stomped her foot huffily. Raston eyed Wang Zheng with a little interest. "Yating told me about this guy called Wang Zheng that she met in Rnd Garros, who was by chance also a student from Ares College. I didnt think it would be such a coincidence." "Wang Zheng, are you here for the meeting too?" "Yeah. Professor Xiao Fei bid me toe, so Im taking it as a holiday on Mars." "Thats admirable of you, fighting a campaign on two fronts. I wonder which direction youll end up developing. If you be a scientist, Id give you two thumbs up because Id have one lesspetitor." Out of the five preparatory leaders, Raston had the most easygoing character. This was uncharacteristic of someone from the Caragal Republic. It was often remarked that space city dwellers were petty and narrow-minded, but Raston was an exception. "Definitely. Wang Zheng has the most potential among all the scientists in the Sr System. Hes the youngest to join the Genesis Coffee club. Thats a scientists club of the highest distinction C he became the envy of all our professors. Xie Yatings perennial gloominess in Rnd Garros was a far cry from her unexpected buoyant mood. Perhaps it was just the joy of an unexpected reunion. Wang Zheng shook his head. "Entering the Physics Department was a misunderstanding. Ive since changed to the Mecha Department. My ambition is to be a mecha pilot. "Of course! If you couldnt be a mecha pilot, thatd definitely be our loss!" Raston said. Clearly a person with Rastons personality was unafraid ofpetition. Xie Yating really had a big mouth. A person with such a bright future wanted to be a mecha pilot? What was so captivating about those jumping metal robots? Raston was like that, and now Wang Zheng too. "And you two are here for...?" "Yating is here for the same activity as you. Im here on Mars to visit a friend. You would definitely be interested, hes a fascinating person." "Oh?" "Lie Guang, a genuine member of the Lie family. That little punk went through a rebellious phase, but he is finally ready to go home. Hell be participating in the second phase of the IG, which will really raise the standard of the Mars faction," Raston said. These things were like a fantasy for IG members. The name was not strange to Wang Zheng, but he could not be sure if they were the same person. "I have long looked forward to meeting the famous Lie family from Mars." "Shall we go together? Hes a hospitable fellow, and Im sure he would be excited to meet an interesting fellow like yourself." "Small Uncle~, dont be a bad influence! Wang Zheng will be an eminent scientist in the future." Xie Yating protested aggrievedly. Raston patted Xie Yating on the head. "Little wench, dont concern yourself with adult matters." Xie Yating was left speechless. Little wench...? Xie Yating was so angry that she could barely breathe. Wasnt she older than Raston by three days!? Unbelievable! Raston was not unfamiliar with Mars. "Jippu isnt a bad ce. Mars economy has been readily recovering in recent years." Raston was clearly a rich and powerful person to casually discuss cities economies. Regardless, his manner put people at ease. It was small talk, not overt bragging. "My impression of Mars has been limited to the Lie family and the Sage Sect. Those of the Sage Sect are said to possess inhuman power." "Thats not fable, its true. The Sage Sect has always been hidden in the mist. Although they do not involve themselves directly in politics, they have always had a hand in matters they deem important." Raston said, "There is a curious matter which may be delicate for me to ask." Wang Zheng shrugged. "Ask away. I dont have much to hide." "Are you familiar with Lear?" "Were not that close. We met before at a collegeworking event, but didnt really talk. Shouldnt the two of you be even more familiar? I heard you were schoolmates at Academy X," Wang Zheng said. Raston nodded. "Although we never had deep connections, I felt a particr kinship upon seeing you. Actually, thepetition between IG section leaders this time is mainly between Achilles and Lear. Everyone else is merely a follower. With your ability, Lears chances of winning will increase greatly if you consent to help him." "Keke, you think too highly of me. Im not even an Ability X user." "I know. However, a persons uses are not limited to Ability X. I am a good judge of character. On the whole, Achilles needs to be a little stronger, but he is still no match for Lear. Yet personality-wise, I must say I dont like Lears character." Rastons blunt manner revealed that he clearly did not treat Wang Zheng as an outsider. "Lie Xin is also verypetent. Is she not in the race?" Raston shook his head lightly. "You must not have seen Achilles and Lears true faces of brutality. Taking the whole situation into consideration, it would be better if Lear took up the mantle of leadership. Against other opponents in the Milky Way Alliance, Achilles shorings would soon be revealed." "Oh?" "Achilles isnt treacherous enough. Haha!" Raston guffawed. "Im not sure Lear would take that as praise." Wang Zheng chuckled. "Im only joining IG for the experience. Honestly, I am looking forward to it. After all, this is one direction in which I would like to develop in. It doesnt matter to me who leads, as long as he has the ability." Raston pped his hands excitedly. "Exactly! If a person has the ability and earns my respect, I dont mind either. Unfortunately, neither of those two are suitable." Chapter 209: Is Princess Huiyin Giving Me Face? Chapter 209: Is Princess Huiyin Giving Me Face? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Haha, why do I feel like you would be more suited to be a team leader instead?" Wang Zheng said jokingly. Raston may have had a rough exterior, but a calcting mindy underneath. He was nobodys fool. "I know my limits. I have moments of rity, but Im unwilling to dedicate it all to leadership. With a good leader, I can bring out the full potential of my powers." Raston had touched on a key point. Although it seemed inconsequential as to who took up the mantle of leadership, in truth, it mattered very much. As a team member, you had to obey orders, but what if the leaders orders left you frustrated and with a bad taste in your mouth? In a ce like IG, a leader needed to have the power to cow the masses, as well as be able to coordinate the team dynamic, in order to bring out the teams full strength. After all, the Sr System IG qualifiers was not the goal. The true goaly outside. Otherwise, Meng Ao and the rest would not have needed to go through such pains. Raston saw clearly that Wang Zheng had not contemted these matters before, mainly because his thinking was not on the same level. "Actually, youre pretty suited to be a team leader yourself," Raston suddenly said. Wang Zheng started, and brushed it off. "This is overblown praise. I ept it, haha." "Keke, these arent empty words. Your performance in the first phase was admirable. Some people might feel it was luck, but in matters of strength and weakness, you did well in keeping your team together and taking care of the details." Raston recounted how he had seen Wang Zheng run the mountain with Zhang Shan on his back. Someone who did not desert his teammates could not be all that bad. He was also not one of those weak nice guys who would encumber the team. Zhang Shan hadter risen to the asion and helped the team seed. This spoke well of Wang Zhengs judgement of character. One other thing made Raston curious was that Achilles was not one to actively seek out others C he would feel it was beneath him. But was Li Er not different? He could not believe that a good judge of character like Li Er would not have recognised Wang Zhengs potential. Furthermore, with the name of the Cronos family behind him, it would have been all too easy to seek out anybody he wished. Actually, Taros was holding the same question as well. A person like Wang Zheng, who had solid foundations and yet did not have an Ability X, was definitely a good find. "Li Er, isnt this Wang Zheng an Earthling too? He seems to be one of the better ones from Ares College. Why dont you take advantage of this opportunity to improve your chances?" At that moment, Taros was luxuriating in Li Ers hospitality at one of the Cronos familys pces. He was living asfortably as a Tibetian king and loving every moment of it. If even Taros could spot this, it was inconceivable that Li Er had not considered this. As it were, Li Er had already done so in the past. "After further observation, I decided that it was impossible to go far without Ability X." Li Er smiled. "Thats true too. Taros reached a hand under the robes of one of the beauties attending him and began to fondle her enthusiastically. There were four of them attending him, each a beauty in her own right. Li Er remained alone. "Li Er, are you sure you dont want one of them? Good things are meant to be shared, you know." Taros other hand patted an ample rump. What a pert and firm buttock, and a virgin to boot! Li Er definitely treated guests well. Li Er smiled mildly. "A gentleman never divests the benefits of others for himself. It is rare that you havee. You must enjoy yourself to the fullest. But remember to take care of your body." "Haha. Rest your mind. This little bit of frivolity will not wear me out. A man like myself only gets more energetic the more I exert. Isnt that right, my dearies?" Wine and women, the pleasures of life. Taros was no fool. He would y when he could and get serious when he should. Li Er recognised his abilities. But Li Ers reminder put Taros at ease. It was meaningless to fret over the petty details. After leaving the room, Li Er had already put Taros out of his mind. Wang Zheng... in the end, he left Li Er with a sense of unease. Drupe materialised without a sound. "Master, everything went smoothly. He has departed." Li Er nodded. The Cronos family had pulled many strings in influencing the invitations of the Sr System Alliances Science College. Wang Zhengs giftedness in other aspects was a good thing. Would more glory and des lead him to consider another path? Regardless of the result, distraction was inevitable. Drupe opened his mouth, then closed it. Li Er smiled slightly. "Dont stand there gaping like a fish, out with it." Drupe, who followed Li Er around every day, dared not mince his words. "Master, is this person worth it?" Drupe felt that a person who did not even have Ability X was not worth such an effort. Besides, there were other ways to ovee the problem. Li Er shook his head slightly. "Take this as a form of experiential learning." What Li Er was referring to was a kings agonising discipline of the inner self. Victory and defeat were decided by his control, judgement, and foresight. Whether one wanted to eliminate a person or conquer them, rushing into battle was a mediocre means to aplishing ones ends. Wang Zheng and Taros were good examples. The best kings in history were those who could influence development intangibly. Things could be nned, but when it came down to it, nothing beat experience. Wang Zheng and Raston were both talkative. Rastons easygoing nature suited his temperament. In the IG qualifiers, everyone was a rival, and interactions were rarely forting. But things were different now; one was free to express oneself. Both parties were confident and needed nothing C conversely this made them even more natural in expressing themselves. As for theworking event, he would make it if he could, since he was already here. It was not a priority. He already knew himself well and did not see how the discussion could end up fruitful. Furthermore, he detested the fawning ttery that was inevitable at those events. Knowing Xiao Fei, finding an excuse would be effortless. Lie Guang and Raston were clearly familiar with each other and gave each other a warm hug upon meeting. "Finally, youre here to visit after so many invitations." "Well, Im here, arent I? First let me introduce you. This is Wang Zheng, a prodigy at the Ares College on Earth. And this is Lie Guang, a rich yboy of the Lie family," Raston quipped with familiarity. Lie Guang eyed Wang Zheng. "So youre the pretty boy? Yourplexion isnt that pale though." Wang Zheng and Raston exchanged nces. This was unexpected. "Haha, thats what Lie Xin told me. That theres a pretty boy with a good head." Lie Guang was always one to speak whatever came to mind and spared not a thought for politeness even at the first meeting. Anyone else may have turned to leave in the face of such an insult, but Wang Zheng was not a petty person. "Yeah, Id love to be someones pretty boy. Too bad myplexions too dark." "Haha, anyone who left an impression on my sister as you did would have that problem." Lie Guang reached out a hand and the two grasped palms firmly. Lie Guangs eyes flickered. "Wee to Mars." A slight probe was all that was needed to know what was expected of him. After all, Raston did not make friends with just anybody. "Youre the host here, so youd better wait upon us well. Did you prepare the tickets for us or not?" "Hmm? Tickets?" "You little rascal. You arent even a pretty woman, why would Ie all the way here just to see you? Of course its the tickets to Huiyins concert. Didnt you say you could get front-row seats?" Raston said. Lie Guang pped his forehead. "Shucks, I forgot. Recently Ive been too caught up in bigger things. These trivial matters must wait." The three were in a maic car that sped them towards the Lie familys vi in Jippu. "What did you say? It cant be done? Do you even know who I am?" Lie Guang yelled. Just as Raston said, Lie Guang really seemed every bit the yboy. The other person was clearly difited. The ordinary seats were definitely possible, but front row seats had been long reserved. It would be no small feat to even obtain anything. What was one to do when faced with such a sudden request for tickets? "Forget it. Cut the bluster, man, well just get you for itter." Raston cut in. After all, he wasnt here just to watch a concert. He had matters to discuss with Lie Xin as well. Rastons situation was special. He had to make his choice and decide the team he would join. Faced with Achilles and Li Er, he would rather choose Lie Xin. At least he would maintain a degree of freedom and feel more at ease. Lie Guang shrugged irritably. "Curse them. What in the world? I wanted to show off a little in front of a new acquaintance, but I stumbled. The Lie familys name is losing its luster." "You little rascal. Youve been using the Lie family name to back your wanton lifestyle for so long that nobody believes you anymore." "Tch! These arent hard times. Its the return of the prodigal son. What a pity that todays result was different." Lie Guangughed, apathetic to the Lie familys reputation. "You and your nonsense. If I had known you were this unreliable, Id have booked it myself." Raston said, belying a little regret. "Perhaps I could give it a try." Wang Zheng smiled. Lie Guang and Raston started, turning to stare at Wang Zheng. "Haha, are you trying to imitate me? Dont mind me, guys. I always brag without thinking. Once youre familiar with me you would know this all too well." Lie Guang said. Wang Zheng Skylinked Lin Huiyins number. Truth was, he did not even know himself if Lin Huiyin would pick up. The dial tone started up. No reply. "Forget it, Wang Zheng. This concerts tickets are too hot, they must have sold out ages ago. Just make a note that this fellows words are not trustworthy." Raston jibed in Lie Guangs direction. The two had been close since young, and their simr personalities meant that conversation was always unreserved. Wang Zheng smiled. "Im just giving it a try, if it doesnt work then it cant be helped." Lin Huiyin must be busy. She probably didnt have time to talk to him. Neither Lie Guang nor Raston gave him much thought. They thought that Wang Zheng uttered thus because he was feeling inferior. "Huiyin is beautiful and has an angelic voice. Shes really not bad. I think shes worthy of being my girlfriend," Lie Guang said. "Argh, how could I have forgotten such an important matter?" "Will you die if you stop bragging?" Raston bantered. "Say those words only when you be the Chairman of the Milky Way Alliance." "Tch! Behold my features. Look at this forehead, high and eminent, and admire my privileged life. Chairman of the Milky Way Alliance... Ill have to think about whether the post is worth taking," Lie Guang said. Wang Zheng was beginning to get the impression that this person did nothing but brag. It would be foolish to get serious with this kind of person who spewed nothing but hot air. At this moment, his Skylink began to ring. "Wang Zheng!! Did you even remember that I wasing? How dare you take so long to get in touch with me!" Lin Huiyin shrieked. Wang Zheng was not sure if he shouldugh or cry. This pampered girl- no, this princess really saw no limit to her abilities. In her world, crossing sr systems, let aloneary travel, was as normal as breathing. Chapter 210: A Martian Legend Chapter 210: A Martian Legend Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "I just found out too. Listen, a few of my friends and I wanted to attend your concert, but the tickets are all sold out. Any chance of getting us in?" Wang Zheng said. "Small matter. My older cousin already asked me to run some errands too." Over the Skylink, Huiyins voice was clearly excited. It looked like the little wench was overjoyed to be out and ying. "We have quite a few, about..." Wang Zheng calcted. There was Xiao Fei too, and if Raston wanted to go, Xie Yating could not be left out either, or Raston would be resented to no end. Dont worry. It seats 10. If you need more, Ill just vacate more for you," Lin Huiyin interrupted. Life was life. Some people had it unbelievably hard, and for others, it was a bed of roses. Over the Skylink came the voices of workers. Lin Huiyin said in a hushed voice, "Ive got to go. Dont forget toe!" Lie Guang and Raston looked over at Wang Zheng. Was he for real? If something could not be done for Lie Guang on Martian territory, then it was probably unfeasible. Of course, Lie Guang was not really a spoiled yboy and would not make a scene over such a matter. Wang Zheng hung up. "Were in luck. Theres a ce that seats 10." Raston and Lie Guang stared at each other. Raston coughed dryly. "Er, really?" "Probably not mistaken. My friend is rather dependable," he said with a meaningful nce at Lie Guang. He too preferred to keep things cool. He disdained those who held themselves with an air of superiority, like Achilles and Lear. Raston patted Lie Guang. "Do you see that? Thats called more than meets the eye." "Ha! Didnt I say so earlier? My sister always mentions you, she must want to climb onto you," Lie Guang said. Wang Zheng and Raston knew better. He always bragged too much. "Try saying that to Lie Xins face." "Keke, cut it out. I still want to live for a few more years at least," Wang Zheng quickly objected. The threeughed lightheartedly. How could Lie Guang have thought of Wang Zheng as a pretty boy? Raston admired him. If he still held his nose high in the face of such a ster performance in the IG preliminary qualifiers, then he really was a fool. Of course, Lie Guang did not regard Wang Zhengpetitively as a threat. No matter how you looked at it, no matter what IG was, themoners could at most participate. They could not afford to y around. Especially him as his heart was not in the game. Because he could see through it, hecked the motivation. People changed with the times. His previous loss was simply a matter of course C he too genuinely felt that he should do something about it. Bing mature was a game of the inner self. Things would sort themselves out when the conditions were right. At least he had already done all the things he wanted to do. "Actually, I quite envy you. While were slogging our guts out, youre wantonly enjoying life. Your casual daily activities are exciting to me," Raston joked. "Hey, Wang Zheng, did you see that? Dont be fooled by the studious, upright appearance of this one. Hes got all kinds of sick hobbies," Lie Guang immediately countered. Although he was not particrly familiar with Wang Zheng, neither of them regarded him as an outsider. "Were here. This is one of the Lie familys vis in Jippu. Its a bit old and small, but passable." The door of the maic car opened. Wang Zheng felt like snorting. Good Lord, this was what they called small? Raston could not resist. "Sometimes I just want to find a needle and thread and sew your mouth shut. Wang Zheng, no need to stand on ceremony with him. Were here to plunder everything he has." "Raston, its not wise to bully my brother in front of me." Lie Xins voice wafted out. In IG, they got used to Lie Xins formidability, but here they saw her inzy get-up. Her slender legs, pert behind, that bursting pair of breasts... Her entire body was brimming with the sexiness of youth. "Whats with your sexy attire, Lie Xin? Are you trying to seduce us?" Raston said. "That depends on if youre even worth it." Lie Xins eyshes batted. She was stunning, but definitely the rose-with-thorns type. Poisonous thorns at that. "Wang Zheng... needs no introduction, I guess." Lie Xin sized him up. "Wang Zheng, how about a deal? You get Zhang Runan to hang with me and you get to name your condition." Wang Zheng tapped his nose contemtively. What did she take him for, a human trafficker? "In this matter Im powerless, but that isnt to say there isnt a way." "Oh?" "You coulde to the Ares College, I think Sister Nan would consent to be friends." Raston and Lie Guang burst into a fit of cackling. She regarded Wang Zheng as a friend, but theirughter soured the joke. Lie Xin stared at Wang Zheng. "Ill let you off easy because youre a guest." Raston found it curious. Logically, Wang Zheng should be amoner, even if his abilities were respectable. Yet he was unperturbed in that situation, which was noteworthy. "Dont say that, Lie Xin. I was just denouncing Lie Guang. This wretch said he would invite us to watch a concert, but he dropped the ball. Luckily, Wang Zheng settled the matter. Are youing? 10 seats is way more than enough." Wang Zheng felt puzzled. During the IG training, Raston had always been a stickler for the rules. Perhaps he was being oversensitive recently, but even if Rastons eyes gave nothing away, he seemed somehow entranced by Lie Xin. Could it be that he liked Lie Xin? There were many kinds of guys. Lie Guang was the extroverted kind, Wang Zheng was the mncholy kind, and Raston could only be ssified as the no-personality type. Generally, girls loved Lin Huiyin, but Lie Xin was an exception. "I dont understand why everyone loves that wench. Only hertest songs show the slight hint of promise." "Sis, you have to get with the times. Dont always be thinking of conquering the world, you have to rx at times too." Lie Guang would really mock anybody. Lie Xin red at Lie Guang and made a please gesture. Ordinary people would not even dare to step into the Lie familys house. The moment the host and guests were seated, waiting women brought out fragrant tea leaves. The Lie family clearly had an excellent history for such habits to be ingrained since birth. "Wang Zheng, I hear the second phase is about to begin. Everyone is busy with special training in anticipation of taking some wind out of the Ares college students sails. Are you prepared?" Lie Xin asked. Lie Xin still seemed like a girl and she possessed limitless charm. It was said that the Lie girls were all like her, ordinary males could not hope to attract then. Wang Zheng savoured Mars famous Fire Chrysanthemum Tea. The vor was indeed special, and the tea contained a thread of fire essence. It was subtle. Perhaps only one possessing an affinity with such power, like Wang Zheng, would discover its presence. Although it had no particr use, it could probably condition the body with enough umtion. "Ivepleted training. The school recently acquired four new mecha, and it never hurts to be prepared." As Wang Zheng finished speaking, the other three were stunned. "Why are you all looking at me like that?" They looked at each other in dismay. Raston agitatedly asked, "Is Ares College that poor? Other colleges normally prepare tens of mech, and I fear such extravagance ismon." Wang Zheng smiled mildly. "Mecha are but machines. Its the wielder that matters. As long as the basic temte is there, it will be enough. The rest is up to ability." Wang Zhengs words were spoken mildly, but they belied the depth of his aggressiveness. He faced Raston and the rest full of confidence. "Oh, then were really looking forward to this!" Lie Xin said. After the brilliant spectacle in the first phase, Ares College was receiving more attention. Everyone spared no effort in the preparation for the second phase, whether it was the Lie family, or the Moon, or anywhere else. It was originally thought that Earth would treat it more seriously... "Lets not mention that anymore. Its not easy toe to Mars. Have you prepared an itinerary? Wang Zheng and I are both very interested in the Sage Sect." For one toe to Mars and not visit the Sage Sect was the biggest singr regret a person could have. The Sage Sect held great meaning for the Sr System, much like how Antis held great meaning for the entirety of mankind. Both were living legends. "Keke, its all up to your destiny now," Lie Guang said. At Ares College, although Wang Zheng wasnt there, Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, and Zhang Runan had been put through training that was even more gruelling and specialised. Especially Zhang Shan C thatst minute performance in the third stage actually did not count for much. No matter how good ones spatial control was, military might was needed for support. The second phase decided victory and defeat. Having changed systems, Zhang Shan had no other option. Zhuo Mu had be even stricter in his regimen. Power and endurance training in the morning, mech training in the afternoon. He had also begun on battle tactics. The Demon Wolf Type V was piloted by Zhuo Mu. He acted as everybodys opponent. Back in the day, he was a figure who shook the scene. Although he was no longer in his prime, his experience remained, which was something Zhuo Mu wanted to teach to the students. BANG... Zhang Shans Beast Type III was flung backwards. He discretely adjusted his position and was about to resume charging when Zhuo Mus voice rang out. "Stop!" If the shields had been depleted by 10 percent or more, persisting would lead to sustained damage. Zhang Shan was raring to go, but stopped nheless. In his mind, the memory of battle was fresh. It felt unbearably invigorating. Although he had been eating Zhuo Mus dust, the feeling of battle was an addictive drug. "Not bad. Youre starting to get used to maneuvering the beast series mech, but your fighting actions are still too obvious. They will be easily predicted. Think more carefully on how you are going to conceal your intentions..." "I understand. Thank you, Instructor." Zhang Shan wistfully relinquished control of the Beast Type III to Luomu to replenish the shields, maintain and check the parts, and assess the damages sustained. "Meng Tian, youre up." In battle, Meng Tian used the Hunter Type III that specialised in long range attacks. In this practice field, she could not bring her forte to bear, but the conditions of a battle field were fickle. Even sniper mecha inevitably had to fight in close range. Zhuo Mus Demon Wolf Type V leaped forward immediately. Although he had retired and was aged, he was experienced andpetitive. Against Zhang Shan, it was a battle of ones movement. But against Meng Tian, he charged straight forward to quickly engage in close range battle. Meng Tians response was calm. She backed up systematically, drawing as much distance as he could. At the same time, she used herser rifle to suppress the Demon Wolf Type V movement and repress its advance, watching for her opportunity to counterattack. "The patterns off." However, Zhang Runan shook her head. Although she was rtively inexperienced, she had a keen innate sense for battle. Zhuo Mus actions were clearly baiting her. The Demon Wolf Type V should be capable of a higher speed. BANG... Zhuo Mu seized his chance. He faked a retreat, then doubled back with a burst of speed to jump into his effective range. BANG. The Demon Wolfs dagger edge sliced deep into the Hunter Type IIIs energy shield. Yet the Demon Wolf was clearly holding back. It cut exactly 10 percent of the shields energy, then Zhuo Mu flipped backwards to disengage. Chapter 211: Awakening Ability X Chapter 211: Awakening Ability X Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Stop." Meng Tian was stumped. In the instant that Zhuo Mu drew back, she moved reflexively to attack. When she realised it was a feint, it was toote. Against the Demon Wolfs agility, the only way for the Hunter Type III to maintain its distance was to predict the opponents movements and move pre-emptively to respond. Even more crucially, when the Demon Wolf had closed in for the kill, she tried to stave it off with her guns instead of switching to her titanium des. Zhuo Mu smiled. "Meng Tian did well. If only she had been more decisive, she might not have lost. No matter how good ones long range capabilities are, enemies will always target the weak points in battle. One should never depend too heavily on ones forte." The onlookers nodded. To be all-rounded was a necessity. A forte was useful for the offense, but being a bnced fighter might save your life. Zhang Shan realised it as well. Although Meng Tian had seemingly spotted her chance, it was actually Zhuo Mus trap. He had lulled Meng Tian into relying on her long-range weapons, and his sudden advance had surprised her into forgetting about switching to her titanium des for the defence. Purpose... Meng Tians closebat skills were actually satisfactory. If she had fought, she couldve dealt excessive damage to mech. "Thats too stingy!" Luomu smacked her head. "What do you know? This kind of lesson leaves the deepest memories. Anyway, its not stingy. In the end, we cant keep the mecha undamaged, but this is not the time to wreck them." Since everybody was just beginning to test out mech fighting, the key was to practicebinations, to gain as much experience as possible. To do their four mecha justice, they should only risk further irreparable damage when they were fully trained. Zhang Runan burrowed into her mech with a rumble. Her bnced Bata Type V looked formidable. Zhuo Mu coughed. "Zhang Runan, today you will continue to practice control over your concentration." Zhuo Mu could take no more. He knew his students standards were paltry, but his hands had already started to be sore. Thest two matches had been showy. Zhang Shans ability had brought the Beast Type III to its full potential. Although he had gone easy, the stress of using the Demon Wolf Type V was unbelievably huge. Furthermore, to unnerve Meng Tians calm demeanour required every trick he knew in his prime... In short, this bunch of kids were good seeds. Although they seemedckluster at first, Zhuo Mu desired to train them. Those highly bornuded what they had. Even if he had to sacrifice everything, he swore to unhorse them. It was just... he needed to rest and conserve his energy for tomorrow. Zhang Runan nodded. Although she was itching to go, she stood at one side andmenced her control training. Zhang Shan opened his newly added shield and walked his newly-repaired Beast Type III into the training arena. He watched Zhang Runans control training. To use a mech to hold a chicken egg... "Formidable Sister Nan, Ive tried it too. It is impossible," Zhang Shan said. Meng Tian smiled. "After you be experienced, you must do this training as well." "Even without Ability X?" Zhang Shan was wide-eyed with surprise. Paff! Luomu, who had just finished maintenance on the Hunter mech, hade over to p Zhang Shan heartily on the back. "Havent you heard the proverb that stupid birds had better fly first? What are you doing, still mucking about here. Have you aplished todays goals? Meng Tian, your mech is ready." Meng Tian nodded. She also wanted to begin Ability X control training and attainparable power to Zhang Runan. The power of frost, the ability to use G materials... Yet there were upsides and downsides. Transmitting power through a mech led to a great expenditure of energy. A normal human body could emit 10 minutes worth of Ability X. On a mech, this became 30 seconds. Conversely, 10 minutes of forceful control outside of the mech tranted to a much longer time inside. Zhang Shan expressed indifference, but he felt envious. Unfortunately, ones Ability X was innate. If you had it, you had it. If you did not, no amount of prayer would get you any. All Zhang Shan could do was think of his idol, Dide, the strongest mech pilot without Ability X. Actually, Wang Zheng had no Ability X either. He immediately felt better. At this time, Zhang Shan actually missed Wang Zheng a little. He missed his sharp insights which had always bettered his performance substantially. Zhang Shan was always hard on himself. When a person achieved singr focus on something, they should charge for the summit and stop only when they were done. Hunger? Hungry people were motivated people. If ones actions were too obvious, then finer control should be trained. The Beast advanced swiftly in small stutter-steps. One easily got lost in ones footwork during battle. Lighter mecha used a butterfly step, but in the hands of a novice it looked like an elephant learning ballet. Nevertheless, Zhang Shan was slowly beginning to find his rhythm. Once Zhuo Mu left, Zhang Shan could sit still no longer. He would challenge... Sister Zhang Runan. Real men were strongest when they battled! "Come at me then, Mountain Maiden," Zhang Runan beckoned. "Brother Nan, will you call me Brother Shan if I win?" Zhang Runan was undoubtedly stronger than himself, but Zhang Shan was looking for a little extra motivation. "Well talk about it if you ever win." "Alright! Here Ie!" With a deafening rumble, Zhang Shan went in guns zing. Five minutester, he was on his back. Zhang Shan struggled for rity amidst the chaos. "Damn it, you cant y like that, its against the rules!" Clearly, Zhang Runan had used her Ability X in that instant. No matter how formidable the Bata Type V was, it could not possibly have withstood the brunt of a full-speed charge from the Hunter Type III. Zhang Runans voice drifted down from the mech above. "Why cant I use power that I have? IG is not a ce that cares about fairness. Im just teaching you this earlier for your own good." This pompous reasoning was so outrageous that it left Zhang Shan speechless. Yet in the second phase of IG, those who had Ability X clearly would not hold back. The corner of Meng Tians mouth twitched in a rare smile. "Wait a moment. It cant be just me that gains such a good experience. Meng Tian should try it as well. I can also observe what a battle between Ability X users looks like." A cool observers gaze saw clearer than one engaged in the heat of battle. Zhang Shan understood this. To defeat an enemy, one had to understand them better than themselves." "Its doable. But you had best clear the arena and observe from the viewing tform," Zhang Runan said. The two had nned to sh anyway. "Alright." Zhang Shan moved his mech into the depot and handed it back over to Luomu for repairs and recharging, then he ascended the adjacent viewing tform. Meng Tian smiled slightly. In truth, she too wanted to test her own ability. The Hunter charged onto the arena. Zhang Runan took on a more ready stance, unlike the rxed posture she had against Zhang Shan. Meng Tians Hunter was abnormally calm. Her gun barrels drooped ever so slightly. Suddenly, they rose and fired! A quick session of three aimed shots in the shape of a triangle. Zhang Runan dodged from side to side. She bent at the waist to reduce her stature, predicting Meng Tians firing volume and aim. Only one burst grazed her energy shield, depleting three percent of its energy. Zhang Runan no longer hid her high frequency butterfly step. She had dedicated thest few days to practicing this surprising footwork and had brought it to bear now. Bang! The Bata Type V danced like a butterfly in the hail of bullets. Although the energy shields were depleted, only grazes were sustained, and the damage taken was minimal. When her energy had fallen by close to 20 percent, the Bata Type V suddenly leaped up, closing in on Meng Tian with titanium des glinting. Forcing her into closebat, Meng Tians weakness... But with a sh of lightning and sparks, Meng Tian calmly threw down her railgun and drew her own titanium des. Although she was more used to long range weapons, she could hold her own with a de. Her Frost ability was equally good in closebat. Zhang Ruans power was the genuine thing. Neither party was looking to show off, but were simply curious as to the oue when Ability X users shed. The titanium des shed deafeningly. Zhang Runan felt a wave of chill sweep over her and numb her body slightly. She could not hold back a shiver. Meng Tian, on the other hand, had to deal with a huge surge of energying her way. Both titanium des lost control simultaneously, flying away... But Zhang Runans strength was prodigious. After being hit with a st of Frost ability, she lost her aim. One titanium de flew towards the entrance. At this very moment, Zhang Shan ran out from the viewing room. Zhang Shan felt that he would get a better view and feel for the battle. Eyes widening, he saw a huge de flying towards him. Damn! This could instantly turn him into paste. He tried to respond, but the huge titanium de flew with a vicious wind that paralysed him with fear. Zhang Shan! Zhang Runan and Meng Tian screamed in unison. They would never have even dreamed that such a situation would ur, and it was toote to intervene. Kam! The huge titanium knife gouged a huge streak and was embedded in the wall. Crash! Rubble rained onto the floor. Zhang Runan and Meng Tian jumped out of their mecha. "Zhang Shan!" Luomu came running from behind as well, face ashen. How could such a thing have happened? Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were white as a sheets as well. Their eyes were red, and they were on the verge of rushing over. From the side, a voice came. "Fuck! Almost peed my pants there." Zhang Shan... Was standing five meters to the right of the door with a sour expression on his face. His legs were quivering uncontrobly, and he had to hold the wall to support himself upright. This... How could this be possible!?!?! What on earth had just happened? Meng Tian and Zhang Runan exchanged nces. Ability X! How was this possible? Zhang Shan pinched his face, then pped himself vehemently to calm himself. He had never thought about death seriously before. But in that moment of life and death, with death in front of his eyes, his feet were rooted to the ground.. "Could we have been mistaken?" Zhang Runan frowned. "Zhang Shan, you... how did you do it?" Meng Tians look was filled with shock. "Do? Do what?" Zhang Shans entire body felt weak as cotton. So much forughing at death. Damn it, he wanted to be a mecha pilot, but he wanted to be a hero, not a martyr. "I remember you were clearly just standing at the entrance, how could you have reached the side in a sh?" "Did I? Beats me. I thought I was dead... Could it have been a hallucination?" Luomu was shocked speechless as well. "Lets view the recording." In the control room, all four were anxious and impatient. Could they have seen wrongly? What had happened? In the video, it was clear. After the sh, the titanium de had flown towards Zhang Shan. In its trajectory, Zhang Shan was dead without doubt. The titanium de reached right in front of Zhang Shan. It had just begun to slice his forehead when Zhang Shan actually disappeared. Chapter 212: The Destined Ones Arrival! Chapter 212: The Destined Ones Arrival! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas All three pairs of eyes were on Zhang Shan. Zhang Shan himself was also bemused. "At Academy X, we heard that such abilities existed. We thought it was just a legend, but to think that it actually urred. Congrattions, Zhang Shan! Your Ability X has awakened, and it seems to be a pretty high grade one as well!" Meng Tian eximed. Zhang Runan patted Zhang Shans elbow. "Well done, Mountain Maiden. The next phase of IG depends on you now." Zhang Shanughed exultantly at the umon praise, the cold sweat on his brow now forgotten. "I always knew I was a genius. Wait till Wang Zheng gets back. Hell probably drop dead with envy." Meng Tian and Zhang Runan smiled knowingly. Sufficient gic potential could trigger under special circumstances, but it would have to be a time of real danger. It was useless to try to simte such a situation, and Zhang Shan had indeed been at the brink of death. What was even more frightening was that if his ability had not awakened, he would be dead beyond a doubt. A strong person truly needed a bit of luck. Although Luomu did not fullyprehend what had just happened, he knew that this meant that the Ares Colleges ability had just taken a step forward. Zhang Shan gritted his teeth and scrunched up his face. "What are you doing?" "Im trying to activate it again. Perhaps next time I could enter the girls dormitory without even walking through the front door," Zhang Shan said. But nothing happened. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were betweenughter and tears. "Do you think mastery over Ability X is as easy as breathing? Your type of awakening happened during a point of near death, and it happened unconsciously! You still have a long way to go. But if you perform well, we could give you some advice along the way." Zhang Shan immediately adopted a solemn face upon hearing this. "My empresses, I am at your beck and call. This little one would bow, scrape, andy its life down for you." Surviving a close brush with death had raised everybodys moods. It was no small challenge for Zhang Shan to achieve mastery over such power, but if he did, Zhang Shan had the potential to be a great mech pilot. In Zhang Shans view, he did not care about the strength of his Ability X. As long as he had it, he could find his way slowly. He suddenly felt grateful for all the years he had dedicated to his passion for physics. If he had known things would turn out this way, he would have researched the concept of time more. How much more capable he would be now! Zhang Shan felt he was bing more and more like a superman. But Meng Tian was quick to rain on his parade. Although he was a rare bird, he was not the only one. Much still depended on his ability and level of control. Furthermore, powering a mech with Ability X cut the effect by a huge multiplier. Everybody needed long periods of drilling and practice to make it work. However, it was still a matter worthy of celebration. While Zhang Shan was overjoyed, Meng Tian and Zhang Runan spotted a mutual twinge of pity in the others eyes. Wang Zheng really was good at everything, but hecked good fortune. If only he could awaken an ability of some sort. Even if it was that of a weak caliber, it would still strengthen him significantly. He would be able to see the world in a way which only those who possessed strength would understand. In the car, Wang Zheng sneezed uncontrobly a few times. Someone must have been thinking of him. They were nning to go to the Sage Sect for a quick visit. If chance would have it, he might even be able to meet the leader of the Sage Sect. After that, they would attend Lin Huiyins concert. To Wang Zheng, this was a lucky break. This was an opportunity prepared for Raston; clearly Lie Guang and Lie Xin both favoured Raston, an ally they strove to please. Wang Zheng was riding his coattails to glory. Alone, Wang Zheng was not worthy of such great effort on Lie Guangs part. About the meeting and other concerns, Wang Zheng had left a message for Xiao Fei and switched off his Skylink. This was a standard request for all who entered the Sage Sects encampment. "Lie Guang, is there a chance or not?" Even the usually calm andposed Raston could not restrain himself. Lie Guang and Lie Xin exchanged a look and broke out into smiles. "Raston, we were so curious to see if you could resist." Lie Xin said, "Looks like you arent asposed as you thought." "Lie Xin, Im just a normal person acting calm at times. Forgetposure, if I could meet the Sage leader, it would be the honor of my lifetime." Although he was not a Martian, as a citizen of Caragal, there were not many bastions of culture. He yearned endlessly to meet this living legend from Mars. Back in the day, only Earths Sacred Hall came close inparison to the Sage Sect. After the Sacred Hall disappeared, the Sage Sect remained the only enigmatic existence in the Sr System. Although the Sr Systems paltry influence did not count for much when seen from the greater interster perspective, the Sage Sect remained noble and important to the Sr System. He couldnt believe it, he was finally there. Raston was clearly a believer. Wang Zheng had only heard of the Sage Sect in passing, in addition to some wild tales. Something about determining fate... it was too difficult to put into words. He would see for himself. "Its difficult for me to meet the old man as well. I dont have the power to ask. There, this one in front of your eyes is the esteemed benefactor, thest disciple," Lie Xin said, pouting at Lie Guang. It went without saying that the Lie familys favor towards Lie Guang was influenced by the Sage Sects favor. In truth, all Lie Guang wanted was a genuine, warm family instead of all this respect. But he could not speak the words in his heart "I dont dare to guarantee this. I did inform my master, but he did not reply. Once we get there, well know." Lie Guang shrugged frustratedly. He really wanted to show off a little in front of his friends, but this was not something he could control readily. "Even to have secured a visit to the Sage Sect was no small feat. Whether we can see the Sage leader depends on our luck after all." Raston also knew that the chances were slim from the expression on Lie Guangs face. If he wasing to see them, the Sage leader would have said something. If he did not, the chances were negligibly low. Even if it had been the chairman of the Sr System, he might not have been able to request an audience with the Sage leader, who was considered above worldly matters. Legend held that the Sage Sect had been left one condition from the past, which was never to interfere in any matter outside of Mars. Of course, these were merely historically unsolvable mysteries today. The encampment of the Sage Sect was indeed bare and retained an air of mystery. As they entered a craggy, mountainous area, they finally saw an unremarkable structure well hidden in the mountain forest. Although simple, it held an otherworldly aura. Wang Zheng and Raston looked at each other. Regardless of whether it was the influence of fables or an actual mystery, both of them felt thus. Such ces did exist on Earth, but they attractedrge crowds, and important festivals saw many pilgrimse to offer incense. Yet this ce was serene beyondparison. The maic car came to a halt at the foot of the mountain and the four alighted. Lie Guang said, "Lets walk up, its a rule." Once they entered the encampment, Lie Guang and Lie Xin had repressed their good humor and became exceptionally sober in their manner. To Martians, faith in the Sage Sect stemmed from ones inner self. "Wang Zheng, whats wrong?" The rest of them had walked forward more than 10 steps, but Wang Zheng remained rooted to the spot. Wang Zheng was indeed stunned. He had felt a wave of stupendous power. It was unimaginable. This huge power was emanating from the structure on the mountain. It straddled heaven and earth, which merged as one. Could the fables be real? Could such mysterious, exceptional power exist? But why could he sense it? "Wang Zheng, lets carry on. You can admire it on your own time once we reach the top," Lie Xin said. Nevertheless, Wang Zhengs reverent manner was met with approval by Lie Xin and Lie Guang. Whether you believed or not did not matter. But to be viewed favorably by Martians, one had to show respect towards the Sage Sect. Wang Zhengs expression had be grave. "Sorry, just a little distracted. The Sage Sect really is a mysterious existence. Is this the central area of the Sect?" "Keke, I like the way you think. Ive never been to the central area. This is the Jippu regional area, one of the three major areas of the Sect. Not just anybody cane here, you know," Lie Xin said. Lie Guangs gaze wavered with misgivings, but he turned around and shook his head. "Come on. Every single devout person will receive the grace of heaven." Lie Guang was undoubtedly pious. The four walked towards the mountain peak without any frivolity. Lie Guang and Lie Xin walked steadily forward in proper fashion. Their sincerity soon began to rub off on Wang Zheng and Raston. The stately pace took a toll on their speed. They took close to an hour to arrive in front of the mountain gates staircase. Throughout the entire process, no one had spoken. Lie Xin and Lie Guang seemed to be undertaking a cleansing ritual. Lie Guang smiled lightly. "Please wait here, the three of you. I will go and knock." What he called knocking was not on an actual door, but a preliminary notification as a gesture of respect to Raston and Wang Zheng, signifying their status as honored guests. But before Lie Guang could move, a gong sounded from within the Sect. Dong... dong... dong... Lie Guang and Lie Xins expressions changed. How could this be? Who wasing? Once the gong had sounded eight times, Lie Guang and Lie Xins hearts hardly dared to beat. It meant that the Sage Sect had honored guests... Yet the gong did not stop there. It sounded a full 12 times, the sound reverberating around the valley. "This... How could this be?" Lie Xin muttered. She looked towards Lie Guang apprehensively. Lie Guangughed cynically. "The venerated master really is here. Too bad hes not rushing out to meet us. We must have coincidentallye at the same time as other honored guests. Well, this isnt a bad thing. You might actually have the chance to meet him." This was the leaders ritual to wee guests, but 12 times... it did seem to hold some particr significance. Even at the regional area, it had not been used for many years. At this moment, the mountain gate opened and two fresh-faced youths bounded towards them carefreely with a light step. Although there were a full thousand individual steps, they readily reached the four. Both youths were very young. Two pairs of brilliant jet-ck eyes took the measure of the four. They smiled at Lie Guang. "Senior, Master is in the main hall, you should hurry there." "... Little Red, you mean to say that Master is waiting for us?" Lie Guang gaped in astonishment. "This- but I havent done anything wrong recently." The one called Little Red shook his head mischievously. "Master said that an old friend is here. I dont know about the rest." Chapter 213: What Comes Around Goes Around Chapter 213: What Comes Around Goes Around Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas All four of them were a little stunned. Who amongst them was the old friend??? This journey had only be more and more confusing for the four of them. Wang Zheng walked forward slowly. Strangely, the closer he got, the more he was filled with a sense of happiness. He could sense the essence around him even clearer than when he was on Earth. It was as though he was about to be one with the mountain. And at this moment, Wang Zheng sensed that on the mountain, someone was waiting for him. No one spoke as they travelled, although the two children were surreptitiously sizing them up. Lie Xin, let alone Raston, began to feel a little nervous. Although she was part of the Lie family, she never had the luck that seemed to favor Lie Guang. Even the head of the Lie family could not easily meet the Sage leader. At the entrance to the main hall, the two children held Lie Xin and the rest back and respectfully bowed. "Please." Without thinking too much about it, Wang Zheng naturally walked towards the great hall. He was not sure how to put the feeling in words. However, Raston and the rest were prevented from entering. Lie Guang was panicky. "Whats the matter? Wont Sage see me?" The other boy smiled. "Senior, youve already entered, but this time around Sage will not meet with you." "Little White, you mean Sage came down the mountain to see him???" Lie Guang was shocked. "How is this possible? I didnt even n to invite him. If it wasnt for Raston..." The three of them looked at each other. It was like a dream. Raston was even more bemused. This was definitely not purposefully nned. Even he did not know he would coincidentally meet Wang Zheng, so how would Lie Guang have foreseen that then? And as for the Sage... Raston was suddenly filled with respect for the Sage Sect. Although he was not fated for a meeting, such an experience was already a marvel in itself. As for Wang Zheng... Lie Xin felt envious. Could it be a mistake? On what basis did that pretty boy warrant a meeting with the Sage? "Could it be a mistake?" Lie Xin could not help but muse. The two boys could not restrain their amusement, but they said nothing. Lie Guang scratched his head. "After all this trouble, were nothing but escorts. Where did this punke from to have such luck?" Wang Zheng was thinking nothingplicated of such sorts. Once he stepped into the main hall, the matters of the world fell away in an instant. He saw an ordinary-looking old man smiling at him. In front of him was a praying mat. Wordlessly, Wang Zheng seated himselfposedly on the mat. In that instant, he recalled his encounter with a strange feeling on the Norton Star. It was as though he was in the same state once again. The Sages face was creased in a mild smile, his gaze looked as though it pierced through time. It held reminiscence and anguish. What was the truth thaty in its depths? Perhaps the final answer was only for the Sage himself to know. Who would have known that such a day would havee in the passage of time? Yet it was as though his ability was insufficient toprehend some of what he saw. Something that endured through endless generations, yet nothing of substance. Merely an imprint, as though there was something more profound, yetpletely ignorant. Gradually, the Sage smiled knowingly. He felt as though he had left his body behind... He was in the hands of fate now. What woulde, woulde. Old and young sat quietly facing each other. Wang Zheng felt like his mind was empty and simultaneously filled with thoughts... When he opened his eyes, he discovered that the Sage had disappeared. His entire person felt rxed. Suddenly, he found he was no longer preupied with Ability X. Strength was honed and depended on how one wielded it. The path he walked was different from that of ordinary mortals. To gain, one must first let go. He pushed open the door and was met with a starry sky outside. "Ah, it was only a moment. How could it already have gotten dark?" "Bro, youre too much. Weve been standing outside for six hours!" Lie Guang inadvertently spat out. "Six hours and 10 minutes. Talk, Wang Zheng. What did the Sage say to you?" Lie Xin was brimming with curiosity. Wang Zheng shrugged and tapped his head absently. "Hmm, I missed such a good opportunity. Once I entered and sat on the prayer mat, I fell into a dream-like state. When I opened my eyes, the Sage was gone." "Impossible! You have to be kidding me. Such a rare opportunity, and you actually fell asleep???" Raston could not help but leap to his feet. "Wang Zheng, oh Wang Zheng. How could I ever have thought well of your soft-bellied existence!" Lie Xin felt let down. Lie Guang shook his head. "You couldnt have entered a trance upon entering, could you?" "What trance?" "How do I exin this... Its an enigmatic dimension where time passes very quickly. Damn... it must have been. Youve had good fortune. Its a pity youre not a disciple of the Sage Sect, otherwise your future would have been unlimited and bright, solely based on this experience alone. Pity, pity." Wang Zheng smiled. "To have such an experience is already a rare encounter. If I get the chance, I must thank the Sage for his guidance." At this time, the two boys Little Red and Little White walked over. "Senior, Sage has already left. You all can spend the night here." "Little Red, did Sage leave any message for me?" Lie Guang asked. Little Red shook his head slightly, then was struck by a thought. "Oh, yes. When Sage was leaving, he said Fatees and goes like water, flowers bloom and fade in their own time." The four of them looked at each other in dismay. Evidently, the Sage had gone back to wander among the clouds. Although they were not sure how to make sense of what had happened, Wang Zhengs destiny was evidently entwined with the Sage Sect. Others might have found it difficult to sleep on such a night, but Wang Zheng dropped off immediately. He feltfortable, rxed, free of worry. His entire person was open, and in harmony with everything. He had never experienced such a profound feeling so clearly before. "Damn, this punk mustve been born in the year of the pig. He really fell asleep," Lie Guang blurted out. "Little Brother Guang, what on earth just happened? Even a punk like this could be a chosen one?" "Tch, could it have been a mistake? Any way you look at it, I shouldve been the chosen one," Raston said with a tinge of bitterness. "Who knows, maybe its just because hes from Earth. If it was something major, Sage wouldve definitely informed me," Lie Guang said. If this punk was important, the Sage would definitely not leave him hanging without addressing the matter. That was not the way Sage handled things. "Anyway, this punk sure came up lucky." "Forget it. Theres no point in overthinking things. Lets go to sleep. After standing for half the night, Im beat." Lie Guang yawned. When they were standing there unable to talk, the three of them were bored out of their minds. Nights on the mountain were especially remote. While it was truly tranquil, it was too quiet for those who were used to bustle. To spend a day was heaven, to spend two would drive one mad. At the Argus Space Station, training was going on like wildfire. Achilles was expending enormous effort, clearly in an attempt to finish off everybody during the second stage. His thinking was correct. Rather than wasting energy on other aspects, why not hone ones own team until it was the strongest? Furthermore, he believed that such strength could secure a seat within the Milky Way Alliance. Yazzo and his mercenaries had celebrated until only the whites of their teeth could be seen. Their mecha had been destroyed one after another. With the doublepensation, not only could the mech depot be refurnished, it could be upgraded by a ss or two. Procurements that were once considered with much nail-biting could now be ordered liberally without much thought along with munitions. Inparison, those like Masasi and Pi Xiaoxiu had tough days ahead. Those born with a silver spoon rarely tasted hardship like this. The 8 Stars of the Moon were all of high status. They seeded in whatever they did, not just because of their status, but also due to their own abilities. Confidence, ss, strength. This motto was carved into their very bones. Even during the IG training, they had lived by this maxim till thest. But here, everything was subverted. Losses, upsets, and more failures. Sessive failures. No one had even obtained a single victory at the hands of these mercenaries. This was also Achilles wish. What others could see, he naturally saw as well. This was the only weak point of the Moon contingent. Once this weakness was eliminated, surely no one was left who could stand as an opponent! The most recent encounter was Pi Xiaoxiu and a ck-skinned mercenary who fought evenly. However, he was ultimately tricked and suffered a terrible loss. It was night time on the space station. Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaoxiu were drinking gloomily. Recently, they had felt increasingly pent up and on the verge of losing it. "These mercenaries do have some standard, but I cant stand their appearance. I really want to beat them up." Dong Xiaosa took a swig of beer. For someone as hot-headed as he was, such restraint was already remarkable. Pi Xiaoxiu gave a shortugh. Losing was nothing to be afraid of. Neither was the tough training. However, these mercenaries came with foul mouths. During battle, they let loose with an endless stream of insults. Their crass nature was offensive to the Moon contingent. Previously, no matter the opponent, everyone fought with a modicum of ss, not like ruffians and gangsters. To be insulted and then beaten was hard to swallow for the Moon contingent. "Dont look at it so narrowly. Although theye with dirty mouths, we have definitely improved from sparring with them. I think its not bad that Achilles arranged this." Pi Xiaoxiu was truly a good-natured one. Dong Xiaosu said nothing in reply and brooded over swigs of beer. After a long while, he suddenly said, "Even Milo has dark eye circles." "Haha, so even you noticed? Looks like were still not the most pitiful." Pi Xiaoxiu shrugged. Girls had it worse. He did not know what Achilles was thinking. These ruffians tongues became even more malicious against females. In normal situations, they would have beaten them up. He understood Dong Xiaosus gloom as well; in fact, this was what he was angriest about. "If you like Milo, youd better seize the opportunity. It looks like shes getting quite intimate with Masasi," Pi Xiaoxiu teased. Dong Xiaosu coughed and changed the subject. "Tomorrow we must win one battle. Damn! I dont believe it." Pi Xiaoxiu shook his head smilingly. Too smooth a journey was actually not a good thing either. Although Achilles spending this time around was extravagant, he supported and agreed with it. The rest amongst the 8 Stars were not sleeping either. They were either analysing and training alone, or grouped into twos and threes discussing and reflecting, dissecting the days battles in various ways. However, everyones opinions of the Wolf Spirit mercenaries were unanimous. In a word: sly. In two words: very sly. In three words: very, very sly. To sum it up in a phrase, they had nevere across anyone who spoke so despicably. Chapter 214: The Invincible Solar System Chapter 214: The Invincible Sr System Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Time in the space station was always regted tightly. A new day of training had begun. Power training, endurance training, physical strength training... the group of mercenaries watched them all from the sidelines. "Pretty fast runner." "Movements are precise too." "Too bad its just a pretty shell. Pitted against mecha, its nothing but food." "Hahahaha!" Theughter was ceaseless. Everyone gritted their teeth and held back. This was provocation-resistance training. It was certainly important in future battles, but knowing this did not lessen the anger in their hearts one whit. Achilles watched from the side, apanied by the bald Wolf King Yazzo. Social favors were one thing, financial backers were something else. Furthermore, his subordinates were enjoying themselves thoroughly. Bullying a bunch of rookies with some level of gumption was also part of lifes ups and downs. This transaction was indeed agreeable. Yazzo bellowed once and the wolves at the side began preparations with a great mor. They drew lots among themselves. Those who lost could only watch, while those who won earned the right to bully the rookies. As a bonus, there was much prize money to be won. Such easily earned money was a rare opportunity indeed. With a rumble, a brand new Hawk Scout Type Mech stepped up and made a provocative gesture. This was the new mech type that Achilles had just bestowed to the troops. It truly felt amazing feeling. On the other side, the 8 Stars of the Moon were staring at the newly shipped in mecha. Their model numbers were all over the ce. The mecha were at most 60 or 70 percent new, and the armor was covered with bullet holes. Masasi smiled. "Looks like the other side is treating us as a fat sheep sent to the ughter again. Whos up?" Milo silently chose a scout mech and was about to enter the arena, but Dong Xiaosa was already a step ahead in activating a heavily armored Furnacestone Type T mech. Heavily armed with its specialized furnace systems, it had high defenses while simultaneously maintaining the agility of more bnced mecha. This brand of mech was widely regarded as the scout killer. Pi Xiaoxiu smiled mildly. "Let Dong Xiaosa try his hand first. He spent a sleepless night holding back until now." The wolf troops were undoubtedly good. They were veterans with experience. More crucially, they had no rules. In order to win, they would do anything. The reason why they continued to taunt the 8 Stars was because they still regarded it as an effective tool. Dong Xiaosa watched the opponents provocation wordlessly. He unhurriedly adjusted the angle of his mech, inching forward. He then suddenly advanced in a burst of speed without warning. "Alright! But as a man its better to slow down some, or you wont be able to satisfy thedies. No wonder a pretty boy like you is still a virgin." With a rumble, Dong Xiaosa charged forward with a burst of speed, springing his titanium des outwards at the same time. The fastest straight jab coupled with a slight rotation of his mech. "You see? I just said it and hes already frantic to close in. Brother, youre piloting a defensive counterattack type. I just said a few words about being a pretty boy. Women, you see, are pretty things for us to look- oh. Nope, I meant to hook up with. Men and gentlemen." From the Hawk Scout mech camesciviousughter. Besides him, the mercenaries at the side were simrly making odd-sounding hoots and rumbling withughter. This was publicly broadcasted and everybody could hear it. Despite his best resistance, Milo was so angry that her teeth itched. Her fist was clenched so tightly it turned white. Only Achilles expression was unchanging. The so-called Sun God turned a deaf ear. The Hawk Mech sprung out its own titanium des. It stood unexpectedly still in the face of the scout killer Furnacestone, holding its titanium de vertically towards it. Visually, it looked like a mantis stopping a cart C a very unwise decision. Although they were strong, surely the difference could not be so great? The mercenaries were clear that this bunch of youngsters had solid foundations but simply had not learned to master their emotions. To win easily, it was crucial to first infuriate them. The young cared about too many things. To these mercenaries who dealt with blood and death, survival alone was good enough. Many things could be given up, or more urately, they did not have the ability to protect everything. He was facing the violent Dong Xiaosa! However... Bang! The Hawk mechs titanium des shed briefly with Dong Xiaosas titanium des. It retreated a step back, then the mech and des rotated furiously towards the ground in a curious fashion... Dong Xiaosas Furnacestone mech momentarily lost its bnce. As though its legs had been suddenly tied, it teetered dangerously, narrowly avoiding crashing on the floor. How could this be? The scout killer Furnacestone and the violent Dong Xiaosa bringing his mech to 120% of its potential... No matter the adversarys experience, a light revolution should not have been able to disperse Dong Xiaosas attack so easily. Pi Xiaoxiu shook his head in frustration. Although he had to remain cool before a battle, it was getting to him. If he was fighting instead, there was a good chance he would not have been much better. Bald-Head Yazzo nced at the unperturbed Achilles and teased, "Are you really not worried? If this continues, their psyches could be scarred forever. You might lose more than you gain. If I might add, the sprouts are growing well, but if you force them beyond their limits, it might not be a good thing." The corner of Achilles mouth was set coldly, as if irked by the obvious. If they could not even ovee this small obstacle, how could they talk about fighting the gxy? As for the wolf spirit mercenaries, they were still calling out with unnatural noises. Dong Xiaosa adjusted slightly, pausing for a beat to correct his stance. Then he rushed forward again. This time, heposed his emotions, his judgement and operations unaffected by his fury. BANG... However, the straight charging Furnacestone mech was again stopped by the Hawk Scout mechs curious rotating maneuver. Confounded by its light movements, it fell stumbling. This time it fell heavily, directly onto the ground, unable to stabilize its center. The rotating dispersal robbed Dong Xiaosa of his bnce. Furthermore, it was a forcing move C if Dong Xiaosa wanted to stay on the defense, his core would be attacked by his opponent and he would lose immediately. The only option was to continue taking punishing falls. Hahaha... A chorus ofughter rang out from the mercenaries. "What a poor showing! Oh my, the same move twice, and worse off the second time?" "8 Stars of the Moon? Hahaha, How about changing their names to 8 Cabbages of the Moon? Get a move on, Lao Xiu, finish it. Im still waiting for the new fish toe on. I call dibs on that Moon wench." "Keke, that Moon wenchs not bad. Careful she doesnt poach your moves." "Pshaw. My skills in bed are even better!" Dong Xiaosas anger had burst past his limit. "All of you, shut up!" Dong Xiaosa bellowed, silencing all voices in an instant. After a short pause, theughter redoubled. "Cabbages can talk too?" "I thought it was mute." "Atst it speaks. Lao Xiu, you know what to do. Stop ying around." With a loud rumble, Dong Xiaosas Furnacestone mech fired up in an instant, its speed exceeding its limits. Squad Leader Bald-Headughed. "There he goes again, losing hisposure. To leave no reserve power is to ask for trouble." In battle, to push a mech to its limits without leaving energy in reserve meant sacrificing all other methods. Against a weaker opponent, this was a sure-fire method to win, but against a stronger opponent, to lose the option of correction was to be a sitting duck that was no different from an inanimate object. However, as soon as he said those words, Squad Leader Bald-Heads smile froze in ce on his face. He suddenly bellowed, "Lao Xiu, run!" Run? What? To ask Lao Xiu to run? Had the squad leader gone mad? To say something so bereft of reason? BANG! Lao Xiu was startled, but there was no time to dwell on this. The fully powered Furnacestone mech was bearing down on his position. Titanium des? Useless, and it was a direct attack! A chill suddenly struck Lao Xius heart. From the mechs substance G conductor, an impending sense of danger approached. Titanium des in line with the mechs rotation, dispersal! This time he gave no quarter and simultaneously extended his other mech arm in preparation to fire his railgun... BANG. Lao Xiu was knocked over and flew away, crashing heavily onto the floor! Had the dispersing rotation lost its effectiveness? That could not have been the case. Lao Xius skills were impable. It was impossible that the mercenaries would make such a mistake C those who made such mistakes were long dead! In fact, Dong Xiaosas charging power had surpassed the maximum dispersive power of the Hawk Scout mech. But how could that be? Logically, the maximum power output of the Furnacestone mech was within the boundaries of Lao Xius dispersion technique. BOOM! The Furnacestone mech emitted a curious light and leaped towards the Hawk mech sprawled on the ground, a heavy fist aimed directly at the cockpit. An unstoppable, violent killing intent! The mercenaries watching from the sidelines had their mouths shut for the first time. They stared suspiciously at the scene of lighting and flint. The rookie impression had vanished, swelling in an instant to be a demon from hell. Bald-Head Yazzosplexion was green. That little bastard was actually an Ability X user! Damn Achilles, why had he not said so earlier? But when he turned his head, he realized that Achilles had disappeared from his side... How could he have appeared there? He was at his side but a second ago... Was he mad? No matter how strong, how could flesh and bone stop a mech? And furthermore, it was a berserk Ability X user. If things went badly, not just the Wolf Spirits, but the entire space station would die alongside them. Dong Xiaosas eyes were red-rimmed. His ability was power. Unlike Zhang Runans, his was the ability to go berserk and gain immense strength while letting his instincts take control. Like the berserker of legend, he was an extremely horrifying killer on the battlefield. The Dong Xiaosa at that moment was putting his utmost effort into killing his opponent. At that moment, Achilles was still a distance away from the mecha, when suddenly a sh of golden light appeared. HUM... BANG... An awesome punch smashed into the ground and debris flew, creating a huge fissure. After a long while, the hatch door opened. An ashamed Dong Xiaosa emerged from the cockpit. "Boss... I know I was wrong..." Achilles eyed Dong Xiaosa and surveyed the crowd. "I know everyone must be gloomy in this period of time. However, we will face even stronger opponents in the future. It may be An. Or Antis. Or the Arbiter Republic. Or other such strong opponents. If we cannot even maintain a modicum of self-control, we will lose without doubt. The purpose of this trip is not only to umte experience, but also to discipline the character. I believe that you are all capable of this." As he said this, he smiled genially at Dong Xiaosa. "Alright, since you manned up to your mistake. Forget about this small matter, but remember that this will be the first andst time. Be serious in the training from now on!" "Yes, Sir!" Everyone was revived by this. Achilles words had struck a chord with them. He was right C their conduct had honestly been too poor. Their target was nothing less than the Milky Way Alliance C the Sr System IG was in the bag already! After he finished speaking, Achilles turned and walked in front of Yazzo. "This one doesnt count, lets continue." Yazzos expression was a little stiff. Damn, he thought that these were rookies, but they were actually a bunch of madmen. He saw that his own squad members were spooked, especially by the gaze in Achilles eyes. They looked at him as though he were a monster. What guts he had, to dare to stop a mech with nothing but his flesh and blood. Although they had all suspected Achilles was a freakish existence, no one expected it to be at such a degree. It was beginning to look like their pay this time around was going to be hard-earned. These brats C who knew what kind of opponents they anticipated facing? If they started to prepare at this level, they would surely be undefeatable in the Sr System. Chapter 215: Huiyins Favor Chapter 215: Huiyins Favor Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng and the rest had left the Sage Sect. The trip had been special to both Wang Zheng and Raston, even though Raston had not met the Sage leader. The change in Lie Xins and Lie Guangs attitudes towards Wang Zheng was apparent. To have earned a meeting with the sect leader marked Wang Zheng as tied to their destiny. And since an entwined fate with the Sage Sect meant a close rtion to Mars, so their conversation had be even more rxed than before. "Wang Zheng, looks like you did right to treat us to a concert; it feels like weve had the short end of the stick so far," Lie Guang said. "That Lin Huiyin is definitely going to be a beauty when she grows up." "Keke, Lie Guang, I wont allow any perverted notions towards my goddess!" Raston dered. "Tch. Whats the appeal of a little carrot-top like her? I prefer the sexy alluring types." Lie Guang disdained. At the hotel, everyone separated. In the end, Xiao Fei did not tell Wang Zheng off. Truth be told, Xiao Fei felt a little bad as well. Wang Zheng himself had a clear goal, and for him to agree to help in this task was already nice of him. There was no real need for him to force himself to enter these meaningless activities. Discussion was often fruitless, and it was but a formality C although these formalities were sometimes a necessity. Xiao Fei also did not take it too seriously. Attending Huiyins concert was a given, and she couldnt take the reservation for granted. Everyone was meeting for the first time. Although it was Lie Xin, Lie Guang, and Rastons first time meeting Xiao Fei, her reputation had preceded her. Furthermore, faced with such a pretty and sophisticateddy, Lie Guangs gaze burned brightly and he kept up a constant stream of ttery. Xie Yating was understandably curious about the Sage Sect and chattered non-stop, asking questions. When they arrived, the concert hall entrance was already packed with a huge crowd. Many fans had turned up to the venue despite not securing tickets, in the hope that someone would rescind their seat. The entire ce was stered with banners of Lin Huiyin, and the za was filled with all sorts of souvenir shops. This level of poprity was indeed unprecedented. "Visiting monks give better sermons, eh? Is she really that popr?" Lie Xin was also astonished. "Huiyins voice is indeed wonderful. Furthermore, An is currently influencing the mainstream trends, so her poprity is to be expected." The international mainstream trends had always been influenced by the powerful countries. Currently it was the interster that enjoyed poprity C people had always harbored great ambition in their hearts, and the greats had always been equated with the excellent. "Damn, damn, damn. No way!" Raston gasped, looking at the theater box. He sized Wang Zheng up with wonder. "Youre always full of pleasant surprises. Its unbelievable." "Raston, were you dropped on your head as a kid? What are you getting all flustered for?" "Stupid, this is Huiyins personal box. Do you think just anybody could use it? Didnt I tell you that Lie Guang, however unreliable, is still quite good at duping people at times? No way meant no way... could it be... you weremunicating directly with Lin Huiyin...?" Raston gaped. Wang Zheng nodded grudgingly. Raston leapt forward and seized Wang Zhengs hand. "Brother, look at the destiny that binds us! I brought you to see the Sage Sect, now you have to help me get acquainted with Huiyin!" Lie Xin and Lie Guang exchanged nces. Where could this kid be from? Could he really be someone special? "Dont make things difficult for Wang Zheng now. Thest time Lin Huiyin came to Earth, we secured a student from the Ares College as tour guide, and Wang Zheng came to know her then." Lie Xin and the rest found this reasonable C it would otherwise be impossible for these two people to meet, considering their widely different paths in life. Looking at it another way, Huiyin must have valued her rtionships a lot to have let her own private box out. Raston and Xie Yating started to feel that Huiyin not only had a cute appearance, but her personality was equally charming. Held to the highest standard in the gxy, Lin Huiyins voice brought the concert to a crescendo. The emotionally-charged developments filled everyones hearts as they gazed upon the cute princess earnest performance. The fans burst into an unstoppable torrent of cheers. For such a tender voice to have touched peoples hearts only made the response stronger than ever. Inside the box, Raston and the rest had also been intoxicated by her voice, made all the more evocative by the atmosphere which drew them in. This would forever be the unrivaled power of live concerts. Although Wang Zheng liked it, he was not a die-hard fan, so he simply sat back to rx and enjoy the experience. When the concert ended, the fans were not yet satiated. Their cheers and catcalls lingered incessantly. In this regard, Lie Xin was the same as Wang Zheng. Although she liked the music, she was not crazy about it. Except the two, however, the rest were in a fervor. "Amazing! I cant wait to see what happens when she grows up!" Lie Guang dered. Raston pped Lie Guang on the shoulder and bared his teeth. "You bastard! Dishonor to my goddess will not be tolerated!" Lie Guang could not resist needling him. "Raston, your IQ is diminishing." Although the Lie family members were formidable in their own right, courting a princess of An was improbable, if not impossible. Lie Guang was simply ustomed to running his mouth. Xiao Fei and Xie Yating had hit it off well. Even the Professor had let her mature and reserved bearing fall, and they chattered excitedly. This concert would be broadcasted on various major televisionworks in the Sr System. The publicity could not be helped. Even though Lin Huiyin did not unt her status as Princess, once it becamemon knowledge, she had transcended the identity of a mere singer. It was rumored that her rapid climb to such a high level had made some of her rivals give up their careers. To treat this as a career and go up against a princess who saw it as a mere interest C that would be ignorance of ones strengths. Although Lin Huiyin circted in the entertainment circles, besides a few lyricists andposers, she did not actually know many people. She could not be bothered with them. She had never been to award presentations and would never go to one either. She did not care about all those things. She simply liked music and to share it. Besides, she did not know how much time she had left to y around, and this time was precious. Raston and Xie Yating were the happiest. This trip to Mars had been bountiful and rewarding. Just as they were about to disperse, the doors opened and a hush fell over the entire box theater. It was Lin Huiyin, who had just descended the stage C she had not even had time to change her clothes. Xiao Fei was the first to rush forward. "Huiyin, you were so, so wonderful. You muste to Earth again!" Lin Huiyin smiled. "I want to go too, Teacher Xiao Fei. But likewise C ever since you returned to Earth, you havent visited An either!" Raston was wracked with nerves and rummaged his person fervently, looking for something. Xie Yating stepped forward. "Your Highness Huiyin, I am your most, most loyal fan. Please give me an autograph!" Xie Yating burst out excitedly. Raston could not find something suitable, but a brainwave struck him. "Your Highness Huiyin, please sign my shirt!" Lin Huiyin was naturally pleased. This was definitely an unexpected surprise. No one in their wildest dreams would think that Lin Huiyin woulde here. Lie Guang was about to step forward at this point, but he was blocked by Raston. "Your Highness Huiyin, this rascal is a pervert. Please keep your distance from him." Lie Guang did not know whether tough or cry. "Your Highness Huiyin, Im Lie Guang. Wee to Mars. If there is time, please allow me to extend you hospitality as a host. Mars has beautiful sights and many ces worth a visit." Lie Xin was of an indifferent nature, but faced with such a charming girl, she was hard pressed to not like her. However, she would not be as unreserved as these others... From the side, Wang Zheng stood unperturbed. This fellow really knew how to fake it! "Wang Zheng, you shouldnt pass up such a good opportunity," Lie Xin said. His acting was really top ss. Lin Huiyin smiled in reply. "Thank you, Mr Lie. Mars is a beautiful ce, and I will not pass up on it. However, I have already found a tour guide." "Ah, thats a pity." Lie Guang felt a pang of regret. "Wang Zheng,e here. I have business with you." Lin Huiyins voice lost its geniality with Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng started. This wench, was she not going to at least try and conceal it? She did not have the bearing of a star at all. Faced with Wang Zhengs hesitation, Lin Huiyin dragged Wang Zheng by the cor towards the exit without further exnation. "Its been a pleasure to meet everyone. Goodbye." The entire box theater was quiet. They watched nkly as Wang Zheng was dragged out. Lie Guang rubbed his face. "This makes no sense. Im a few tiers of handsome above him." "Youre all braun and no brains!" Xie Yating could not resist snapping. "Keke, Teacher Xiao Fei, do you have time? I wonder if I may have the honor of bringing you to admire the night view of Jippu." Lie Guang clearly had built up a thick skin through experience. He turned towards Xiao Fei with a charming smile. Xiao Fei unleashed a dazzling smile. "Little boy, older sister here prefers the mature type. Yating, do drop by and visit Ares College when youre free!" And left Lie Guang behind with his mouth gaping. Little... boy... How was he little!? He was big everywhere! "Raston, what kind of connections does this Wang Zheng have?" "Im not too sure either. I only met him at the IG as well. I thought we would get along pretty well. Yating, arent you very close with him?" "Hes Xiao Feis student. Hes the brightest physicist in the Milky Way Alliance. Hes really smart!" Xie Yating really wanted to praise Wang Zheng a little. Lie Guang and the rest exchanged nces.... What use was this? To have the An princess hanging on your arm... It was useless to be the best in the universe, let alone a physicist with a bright future. "That little kid really is something else," Lie Xin said. This kid had been a never-ending source of surprises. Almost as though it was on purpose, they could not figure him out. "Forget it. It wont do to pry too deeply into the private matters of others, especially since we rode his coattails of fortune. Lie Guang, you better prepare well, this IG may not be as easy as you think," Raston said. "Tch, isnt it just you five Heavenly Kings? Lowly me is quaking in his boots, please spare my life," Lie Guang teased. Lie Xin was still brimming with confidence. "Raston, if we join forces, we would have a chance of victory even against Achilles himself. Not to mention that Li Er, whos idling at the side... Who ims the victory remains undecided!" Chapter 216: Rebellious Chapter 216: Rebellious Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Raston nodded. "What do you say webine our strength with Wang Zheng? The Ares College students are actually forces to be reckoned with." "Forget it for the moment. He doesnt even have Ability X, which is crucial. Neither does he have much status. Zhang Runan can be considered though, we need power-types like her." "A woman? Leave it up to me." Lie Guang smirked. A name like Runan definitely belonged to a girl. Raston looked nk for a second, then let out augh. "You cant handle a woman like her. More urately, shes your nemesis." "Damn, a woman I cant handle? Raston, how dare you look down on a god of love like myself." Lie Xin alsoughed. "Little Lie Guang, if you can handle her, Ill start calling you elder brother!" The situation was beginning to dawn on Lie Guang, and he wilted a little. "What kind of monster is this? Alright, Im suitably terrified." Wang Zheng had been dragged by Huiyin into the recess room, while Ang stood guard at the door. Wang Zheng shrugged himself free of Lin Huiyin. "Your Highness, your status is different now. You have to carry yourself more carefully." "Pshh, you fussy thing. You cant chase my cousin if you cant even assume responsibility for this much." Wang Zheng secretly thought that these werepletely separate matters. She clearly knew that she was in the public eye but still invited suspicion from Lie Guang and the others. She really was nothing but trouble. Of course, perhaps Lin Huiyin wanted to help raise his status in the eyes of others. But Wang Zheng knew exactly what kind of person he was. His friends respected him not because of his connections, but simply for who he was. "Is Aina well?" This was what Wang Zheng was concerned about. "Of course shes fine. But you two really are something special, huh? I guess absence makes the heart grow fonder, and this distance is really something. I hear you arranged to meet during the IG mainpetition at An?" Huiyin asked curiously. Wang Zheng nodded. "The mainpetition of IG will be held in An this time around." "Can you do it?" Lin Huiyin eyed Wang Zheng. She had heard from Ang before, regarding the difference in standards between the Sr System and Earth. Wang Zheng sat silently for a beat, then smiled. "I will definitely go to An. Did Aina say anything else?" "Am I really that boring to talk to? Cousin said to take care of her little sister, who is the cutest thing on Earth." Lin Huiyin pouted. Wang Zheng shrugged with irritation. He wanted to counter that it was his first time on Mars as well. Furthermore, how could Huiyin have no one else by her side? But he swallowed his annoyance. Quarreling with a kid did nothing but lower his own IQ. "Dont give me that reluctant look, I have a n!" Lin Huiyin announced enigmatically. She beckoned him closer with a crook of her finger while watching the door. "I heard Jippu has a Fallen Paradise. I want to go and see! I heard its home to the most colorful individuals of Mars." Wang Zheng was taken aback. He had heard of the ce before. Thergers varied in the strictness of their regtions. Mars had a bit moretitude, and this Fallen Paradise was shady. It had all kinds of unsavory characters. The most famous of these attractions was the cage match, where the sole objective was to defeat the opponent C no boundaries, no limits. It was crazy, and it attracted challengers from all walks of life. This type of activity was virtually non-existent on Earth and the Moon, but it was a huge attraction on Mars. The ce perked Wang Zhengs interest too. But it was definitely not a ce for the likes of Lin Huiyin. Wang Zheng shook his head firmly. "You cannot go." "Oh, dont be so stodgy! I confided such an important matter to you as an indication of my trust. Im definitely going, even if you are not. Youre not allowed to tell anyone, or else... Fufu, my potential to wreak havoc is nothing to sneeze at." Lin Huiyin threatened Wang Zheng with the menace of a tiger cub. Wang Zheng said exasperatedly, "Thats not the point here. That ce isnt safe. Be prudent and dont go, or if you must, bring enough bodyguards." "Thats none of your business!" Lin Huiyin pouted. This fellow just did not get it. One had to be adventurous when one was young. How could a military school elite be afraid of this and that? Wang Zheng understood Lin Huiyins disdain, but he merely smiled. If he had been alone, things would have been fine, but Lin Huiyin tagging along was an entirely different matter. Furthermore, he was unfamiliar with the Fallen Paradise and was mentally unprepared. If he dared to guarantee her safety under such circumstances, he would not be Wang Zheng. Putting it inly, it was moronic and foolhardy. "Thanks for today. My friends really enjoyed themselves." "At night at ten. Ill wait for you at the backdoor of the hotel. If you donte, Ill go alone," Lin Huiyin shot in parting as she left. Wang Zheng called out grudgingly. "Hey, where are you going?" "To change! Do you want toe?" Her huffiness was still clear in her voice. Wang Zheng shook his head with frustration. This was why Aina was much better, she didnt have that princess-like temperament. Upon returning to his own room, he saw that Xiao Fei had left a message. Because it was a vacation period, Wang Zheng could choose to stay for two more days before returning, on the conditional promise to stay safe. This type of teacher was the best. Xiao Fei did not restrict him like a child. Because training was ongoing, Wang Zheng had intended to depart on the day after the concert, but Huiyins words made him pause. To be honest, he was not too familiar with Lin Huiyins personality, besides some limited interaction in his time with Aina. Aina always did things with a measure ofposure. While Huiyin looked cute andpliant on the outside, it was mostly an act. Would she really sneak off to the Fallen Paradise by herself? In her room, Huiyin had already finished her preparations. Her bundle had everything she needed; it was prepared in advance before she came to Mars. Her cuteness andpliance were merely a pretense that allowed her to seek even greater freedom. At heart, Lin Huiyin was filled with an adventurous spirit, and she was at an age where her rebelliousness was peaking. Ang would definitely have to be left behind. While she was not opposed to turning a blind eye at times, such matters were definitely out of the question. If she was reported, her carefree days were over. Fallen Paradise. The name itself carried the promise of exhrating risk. How fallen and depraved was it, exactly? "Your Highness, your orders?" "Its alright now. Im tired and I want to sleep. You should rest early tonight as well. We are leaving early tomorrow back for An." "Yes, Your Highness," Ang said. Half an hourter, when Lin Huiyin felt certain that Ang had left, she brisklypleted changing her attire. She changed tofortable clothes and even put on a blue wig. She had long wanted to try out this disguise, but she would have been readily denounced on An. A life of nothing but elegance was so sickening! After stealthily opening the door, she slipped out quiet as a mouse. Wang Zheng intended not to heed her, but... What if that wench really went to show off and something happened to her? He would not be able to rest with a clear conscience. Maybe he could contact Ang, but he did not have a way to contact her. Maybe he could... Heaving a deep sigh, Wang Zheng dressed appropriately. At 10 PM, a little shadow pounced on Wang Zheng the instant he appeared. "I knew you woulde. You did well. In exchange, Ill help you out with my cousin!" Lin Huiyins voice was filled with joy and anticipation. Wang Zheng eyed Huiyins disguise. She looked like a female gangster, and what kind of hairstyle was that? "Cool, isnt it? Ive been dying to try this out." She was spitting with excitement. These things would never go well, let alone spraying spittle in public. Wang Zheng said, "Alright, we can go, but we cant go crazy. Well just take a quick look ande back." "Yeah, yeah. You nag like an old man. Quit yammering, lets go!" Lin Huiyin dragged Wang Zheng off. Well, since he had alreadymitted, might as well enjoy the ride. Besides, Wang Zheng really wanted to see a cage match as well. The Fallen Paradise was not actually in the suburbs, but rather located in the seedier district in Jippu. It was apparent that little Huiyin had done her research properly. The ie disparity between the affluent and the poor wasrger on Marspared to the rest of the Sr System Federation. The architecture here was more dpidated. A rotten stench and crowd noise filled the air, and the walls were covered in lewd graffiti. Lin Huiyin took it all in with interest. Such things were non-existent on An, and every ce only sought to show its best side off. "Looks fun, doesnt it, Wang Zheng? Why do you think they vandalise the walls instead of putting their art on a canvas?" Huiyin asked curiously. Wang Zheng was taken aback at her innocent question. "Er, these arent exactly paintings, more like... a form of release." "Mm, it must be. Theyre full of dissatisfaction and pent up emotions." At the corner of the street between tworge skyscrapers, the crowd swelled. The dcor had also be more hip. The Fallen Paradise opened once every hour after 8 PM. In the crowd, Lin Huiyin was still clearly excited. Her disguise would let her through, although Wang Zheng had no idea where she found that wig. But he was not here to y, he had to ensure Huiyins safety. "Ladies and gentlemen, wee to the Fallen Paradise! Here you can enjoy thrills and wonders never seen before!" Therge metal doors opened with a rumble. The youngsters waiting outside crowded through in a frenzy. Wang Zheng and Lin Huiyin were carried in by the crowd as well. Wang Zheng tried his best to block the surrounding people from getting too close. Lin Huiyin remained eager. If it was not for Wang Zheng in the way, she might have been the one jostling forward. The throughway was purposely dimmed for effect. After about 10 minutes, light began to appear ahead. In front of the crowds eyes was a ce that was dressed up like a cave. ... It looked like a ce for primitive cavemen. The ce was filled withughter and fire. Sexy women strutted around the ce. The wild activities of the Martians was known to Wang Zheng and the rest. They had spoken of it in their dormitories, calling it "a mans heaven". They had thought it was exaggeration, but it seemed as though the reality lived up to its legends. This... It seemed like a bad ce for Huiyin to be. It seemed like a primitive-themed carnival. Quite a few men and women were dressed in animal skins, in sync with the dcor. The ce really expressed wildness. The Fallen Paradise was also a huge trade center. The trade revenue here made up a tenth of Jippus total, and it was bustling. People came here to enjoy themselves to the fullest, and under such an atmosphere, impulsive purchases weremon. Of course, the goods sold here were not found inmon markets. Cheers and hoots could be heard everywhere. Cage matches were everywhere, not just in one ce. Each cage was surrounded by people. Some sported weapons, while others chose to go without. Chapter 217: One Should Be Reckless During Their Youth! Chapter 217: One Should Be Reckless During Their Youth! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Not far from them, a person was being beaten to a pulp, spraying the air with flesh and blood. His opponent showed no signs of letting up. He aimed a flying kick at his face. A tooth fell to the floor. His entire skull was a mess of flesh and blood. Huiyin clutched Wang Zhengs shirt in terror. Her earlier enthusiasm had vanished in an instant. She found the notion of going wild an interesting one, but gore was something else. "That person has already surrendered. Why would he still continue beating him? He might have died!" Lin Huiyin said. Wang Zheng was unsure of how to handle her naivety. This was a cage match, which followed the rules of the underground. All who entered the arena signed a contract of life and death. Either kill or be killed. Wanton release, wild abandonment, the ce was intensely charged with emotions. It showed the primitive side of mankind. Perhaps in the day, some of these people walked the streets in suits and leather shoes, but for this moment, they were no more than primal beasts. Wang Zheng was a little excited. He had always been sensitive to the emotions in the environment. He was tempted to drop hisposure, but he checked his emotions. "Huiyin, lets go." Wang Zheng turned around, only to realise that Huiyin had already moved toward the cage matches and even entered the arena. The cage door was not locked, because no one in their right mind would open it. Unless it was a clueless girl. "Stop hitting him, hell die. Hes already surrendered." Lin Huiyin said. The diator towered at over two meters in height. He let out a cold, thin smile. "Wench, this isnt your yground!" He swatted towards her carelessly. Lin Huiyin had some foundations in dance and was able to respond quickly. However, he still managed to brush her, and the wig fell to the floor, revealing her lustrous golden hair as she fell to the floor. Wang Zheng caught Huiyin. "This girl sure could attract trouble," he thought to himself. He was about to leave when he realized that the door had been shut by the onlookers outside. "A new round will now begin. Lets see how Fang deals with these two tender young prey." "One per punch, probably. I cant wait to see it." The onlookers had worked themselves into a twisted frenzy. Entering the cage meant battle. No one checked or cared who you were. Fang stared at Lin Huiyin with his huge eyes. His gaze was filled with desire, as though he wanted to crush her. Lin Huiyin raised her fists gamely. She tried her best to meet his gaze and appear unintimidated. She was a princess of An, and there was nothing to be afraid of. However, her small frame was quivering, and Wang Zheng knew she could not handle herself. He gently pulled her behind himself. "Everythings fine. Close your eyes and dont look." Raucousughter rang out from around him. Wang Zheng was not even 20 years of age, and his stature was dwarfed by his opponents. Also, those who had earned a nickname from fighting in the cage were by no means rookies. "Runt, you and her are both mine. Ill crush you first, then enjoy her!" The number of onlookers swelled, curious as to who had been foolish enough to enter the cage. After watching macho-types go at it for so long, this new spectacle was something to behold. In close-quartersbat, this bunch of fighters could probably outss many specially trained elite warriors. Wang Zheng knew that he had to finish this quickly and decisively. Fangs huge fists darted towards Wang Zheng. At this moment, he sensed danger, so he instinctively ducked, but Wang Zheng had already slipped through his guard. BANG... With a deafening sound like an avnche, Fang flew out and crashed directly into the cage with a tter. The entire arena was stunned, then they broke out into even more frenzied hoots. Who knew that this runt was actually trained in martial arts? Wang Zhengs blow packed considerable strength, but his opponent merely spat out a mouthful of blood and stood back up. Fang wiped his mouth, and his face contorted even further. "Little brat, you arent totally helpless C Ill give you that. Rest easy, I wont let you die painlessly!" As he taunted, he beat his chest savagely. This person was almost definitely on steroids. Almost all cage fighters used them. When faced with the prospect of death every day, these were small matters. The kick should have crippled a normal opponents ability to fight. Fang rushed towards Wang Zheng like a berserker,shing out with a foot. Wang Zheng had no way to dodge it, because Huiyin was standing directly behind him. ... and there was no need to dodge anyway. BANG... Everyone was open-mouthed with astonishment. Fangs kick had actually been blocked!!! This kid who looked like he would be destroyed in an instant had actually blocked the kick, and with ease. He had not moved back so much as an inch, although the recoil alone would probably have been enough to crush the cute loli behind him to death. Lin Huiyin was still clutching Wang Zhengs shirt with one hand. This little wench... she was still peeking through the gaps of her fingers. Fang became even more malevolent. Damn bastard, what strength! His many years of cage fighting experience told him that this brat was no easy opponent. Suddenly, his hand brushed his back and he darted in, knife stabbing towards Wang Zheng. He had another dagger sheathed against his thigh. This was a vition of the rules. Either both sides used weapons or went without, but who cared at this point? Survival was king. Wang Zhengs only option was to dodge, but he could not do it. Bloodthirsty eagerness exuded from the crowd around him. If he did not sidestep the blow, he would be beheaded. If he did, the beautiful girl behind him would be cut to death. It was such a waste, but what a beautiful feeling! Wang Zheng blocked the knife with his right arm without hesitation. Ping... Fang wanted to behead his opponent C to think he would be foiled! However, his knife had bitten deep into the bone. Wang Zhengs face was expressionless, as though the one being cut was someone else. He took advantage of his opponents surprise to cut through his guard. With a low grunt, hended a solid punch on his opponent. This time he did not hold back. Although there was no sound, Fangs eyes bulged. Wang Zheng took a step back and walked to the edge of the cage. He could not count on these people to open the cage. Furthermore, he was out of time. It was possible that Huiyin could be recognized at any moment. "Whats wrong, Fang? Did you y around too much yesterday?" "What is this fellow doing?" Screech... The metal cage had been torn apart to create a hole. The onlookers fell into a hush, shocked by the scene in front of their eyes. At this point, Wang Zheng seemed especially formidable. He flung the lock aside and kicked the door down. Pulling Lin Huiyin after him, he walked towards the outside. Nobody dared to stop him. They had noticed Fangs chest, which waspletely caved in. In the moment where he had kicked open the door, Fang had copsed onto the floor. It seemed as though there were people running towards them from a distance. No matter who it was, it could not be a good thing. Wang Zheng hugged Huiyin with his left hand and ran for the exit. This time, Huiyin made no objection and obeyed without a sound. Indeed, people were clustering around. Wang Zheng was a typical troublemaker case who had vited the rules. To the management of the Fallen Paradise, this type of person had to be investigated. Wang Zheng did not care, but Huiyin could not be exposed. Furthermore, she was Ainas younger sister. Anyone who got in the way was flung to the side unceremoniously by Wang Zeng, unhindered by the wound on his right arm. As they rushed out, things were in aplete mess. Wang Zheng read the tempo perfectly, surveying the situation unfolding around them. When they were close to the entrance, the pursuers began to slow down, clearly intending to give up. Once they had left the Fallen Paradise and returned to the outside world, they had to follow the rules of the outside. Clearly, troublemaking in the Fallen Paradise was no unusual thing. No one took any notice of Wang Zheng or Lin Huiyin. Wang Zheng only let Huiyin go when they had left the ce far behind. He shrugged out of his shirt and used it to bandage his arm. Lin Huiyin stared at his bloody arm and could not repress a shudder. "S... sorry..." Huiyin did not know how to say it. She had only wanted to experience a different world. She had no idea that the world outside her sheltered existence was sopletely different. Wang Zheng eyed Lin Huiyin andughed. "For what?" Lin Huiyin was surprised. "Youre not going to get mad at me?" "Why would I get mad at you? Just because you caused some inconvenience?" Wang Zheng smiled. Huiyin nodded abashedly. "Its nothing. I wanted to look around the Fallen Paradise myself too. All in all, it was pretty exciting, haha." Others normally did not understand Wang Zhengs attitude. Every once in a while, his bloodthirst would umte, but he always managed it carefully. Boneheads training was calibrated for warriors on the battlefield, and in this peaceful period, he did not want to be a killer demon. However, an asional release like this was cathartic. Lin Huiyin stared nkly at Wang Zheng. When they were on the run, she had been regretting her decision every step of the way. She was dreading the scolding from Wang Zheng, which she thought was inevitablying. Throughout her life, her rebellious acts had always been chastised for hours on end. "Why are you looking at me like that? If I were you, Id bring bodyguards the next time I wanted to do something like that. Risky fun is good and all, but safetyes first." As he said it, he patted her head affectionately. She must have been scared out of her wits. Lin Huiyin nodded. She looked at his arm and blurted out, "Its bleeding again. Lets get you to the hospital." Wang Zheng waved it off. "Small matter. Ive had worse injuries during IG training. Ill take care of it myself once I get back to the hotel." Lin Huiyin bit her lip, hesitating. "Thanks." Wang Zheng responded with a smile. "Off with you then. Thanks to you, I feel younger again." Lin Huiyin couldnt resist responding. "Youre not much older than me to begin with." He took Lin Huiyin back. From the looks of it, she wouldnt be running off by herself any time soon. The more you forbade children from doing something, the more they wanted to do it. What they needed was an experience that trumped any amount of lecturing. Mars was still a pretty formidable ce. That punks fighting ability was something fierce. Back in his room, he opened the first aid box and used antiseptic to clean his wound with a practiced hand. This was a matter of course to Wang Zheng. Wounds were nothing but pain, and in the matter of enduring pain, Wang Zheng was exceptional. It was at these times that one needed to rest most. Wang Zheng quickly fell into a deep sleep, speeding up his bodys recovery. This trip to Mars had been full of surprises. Lin Huiyin crept back to her room, where Ang was already waiting at the door. When she saw Huiyine back safely, she heaved a sigh of relief. She was so sure the princess would not be able to sneak out, but she had slipped out even under her watchful eye. Lin Huiyin closed the door on Ang without a word. With her back to the door, the little princess let out a smile. She was beginning to understand why her cousin liked this guy so much. He was special. Maybe she should help them out a little. Chapter 218: Cross-border Chapter 218: Cross-border Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Huiyin wanted to leave a message for Wang Zheng. It was mostly to tell him that in the future, if he had anything he wanted to tell Aina, he could just send her a Skylink message. She would pass the message on to Aina immediately. After thinking over things for a bit, she went to take a bath. Hugging her teddy bear, she entered a blissful dream. This experience was both harrowing and intense. It felt just like a movie... Zhang Shan was very hardworking. He had attained the fabled space-time type Ability X. It was incredibly awesome. However, after that incident, Zhang Shan was unable to utilize the ability again. He had no idea why this was the case. It was all like a dream. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan wanted to help out. However, their situations were not the same. Once they had awakened their abilities, their Ability Xs could be used as easily as breathing. This perhaps was due to the way their Ability Xs were awakened. However, they couldnt just try and stab Zhang Shan to death again! If he was mentally prepared for it, this would not work anymore. They had to leave it up to him to re-awaken his abilities. "How about we reenact the scene and see if you can get a feel for it?" Meng Tian said. This was honestly the only option they had. "I think this might be possible. We will just mock fight and see if Zhang Shan can remember the feeling he had then. Zhang Shan! Use that big brain of yours to try and recollect!" Zhang Runan said profoundly. Zhang Shan scratched his head. He had already been conditioned to her insults. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan entered their mecha. They would try to mimic thest battle as much as possible. At the same time, they hoped that Zhang Shan would remember what using the Ability X felt like. Zhang Shan was not focused on the mock fight. Instead, he was searching for the feeling he had felt that day. The feeling which allowed him to warp through space-time. Bang! Meng Tian and Zhang Runan approached each other. Titanium des shed and sparks flew. Zhang Shans eyes turned sharp. It was this very moment! Kong! Zhang Shans entire bodys muscles swelled up. All his energy swelled up to a tipping point. "Let me warp!" Kong Kong Kong! Ah Ah Ah! Gua Gua Gua! Oh Oh Oh! In the training ground, the two who had been fighting suddenly stopped. They turned and began to observe Zhang Shan, who was standing on the stage. Looking at him screaming strange sounds, the two were puzzled. Was he trying to act out a joke? Zhang Shan jumped a few times vigorously, trying to mimic his movements from before. His face was flushed red from his exertions. It was good that he had not fainted from restraining his breath. With such aical scene in front of them, Zhang Runan and Meng Tian were unable to continue fighting. They erupted into unrestrainedughter. Zhang Shan was helpless. Could it be that his ability was short-lived? He even wanted to show Wang Zheng his ability when he was back. "I think Im just too stupid." The disappointed Zhang Shan had a face of helplessness. How was it that other people could do it so easily but he couldnt? Meng Tian thought about it and replied, "Ability X is an ability that lies in the domain of your mind. The body is merely a carrier for it. When Ability Xs are unleashed, one will enter a very delicate state. It is not necessarily linked to an outburst, especially when you use it normally. The more agitated you are, the less likely youre able to use it. Why dont you try calming down?" Calm? Meng Tians words seemed quite sensible. The power was all in his mind. He had indeed approached this problem wrongly. Zhang Shan closed his eyes and began to let his mind wander. He tried to think of nothing. Absolutely nothing. No thinking... Snore... Student Zhang Shan had actually fallen asleep. To be honest, ever since he had awakened his ability, he had not had a good nights sleep. An hourter... "Why did you not wake me up! It was a whole hour! An entire hour was wasted!" Zhang Shan said regretfully as he pped his thigh. "More haste, less speed. Perhaps resting might have helped." Zhang Runan couldnt be bothered with him. She just had an entire hour of peace, and it was wonderful. However, Zhang Shan woke up and interrupted her. The very fact that she had not beaten him up was already very nice of her. Meng Tian spoke again. "Try reimagining the feeling you had when you were in danger. It might trigger your ability again. Dont worry. Since you have done it once, it can be done again. Its just a matter of time." Frankly, Meng Tian did not understand this very well. She had awakened her abilities naturally and was able to use it easily. It was difficult to exin how she was able to utilize her ability. It was something as easy as breathing to her. Zhang Shan listened attentively and then was harassed by Zhang Runan once again. After taking into ount their suggestions, he found a small corner where he continued his training... Snore... Once again he fell asleep... It seemed like this would take some time... Meng Tian and Zhang Runan nced at each other. The two of them understood that Zhang Shans effort was due to his low self esteem. He did not want to be the one dragging the team down. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan possessed strong abilities and Wang Zheng, although hecked an Ability X, possessed peak physical prowess. In the end, Zhang Shan had broken through. Inspiration was not something that could be based off memory. It came through seeing and understanding. He was an amazing physics genius, so why did he keep on thinking of those strange, improbable ideas? What was space-time movement? It didnt require one to change. It required one to warp the fabric of space-time. When one moved from one coordinate to another, the body didnt actually move! What changed was space-time itself!! Ability Xs were unique. Everyone understood it differently. Meng Tians and Zhang Runans understandings were only applicable to themselves. The more they tried to exin their way of using it, the more Zhang Shan would be misled. Upon reaching this new level of enlightenment, Zhang Shan felt that he was invincible. This belonged to him. Although his path had been long and arduous, he had finally found the key. This point was as Meng Tian and Zhang Runan had said. Sometimes after resting and rxing, one would be able to reap even better gains. Zhang Shan was not willing to bring the team down. He sought to show his prowess during the second phase of IG training. This was what he had to fight for! It gave him a goal. He would shake the Milky Way! Meanwhile, a huge situation had developed in the CT world. Lady Goddess Bubbly... had been stolen away! Those who were smiling were congratting her, those who were crying... were scolding Little Red Noob. That b*tch. He acted decisively and had captured the Lady Goddess. It was just too despicable! Regardless of what people said, Rainbow only replied, "Thank You!". The angered crowd gestured obscenely. One was in so much pain that he couldnt help butment, "Rainbow, you beast! What did you do!? Did Bubbly Foams family actually agreed to let you marry her?!" Dating was one thing, but marriage was a huge affair. Furthermore, wasnt Bubbly Foam a student? Wasnt this just too quick? Regardless, how could Bubbly Foams family agree to this? Little Red Noob was just too quick. The word "fast" had a lot of legends associated with it. As of now, "Ice Cream" was the most famous one of those legends... "What is Ice Cream?" Bubbly Foams fans asked curiously. "Ah. At midnight, Little Red Noob brought a box of vani ice cream. This act had moved Bubbly Foams family." "F*ck. A box of vani ice cream? Who are you trying to fool?" "Bubbly Foams family are very kind people. Little Red Noob was extremely earnest and they were very happy. Of course, showed up driving his Deep Freeze supercar. If he used a normal car, the ice cream would have melted on the way there!" Regardless of who the girl was, the family would definitely have epted. The key to chasing a girl had to do with the word "fast", whether it be a fast car or acting fast... However, the one who had reced Bubbly Foam was also a famous personality, although he was a neer in thementator circle. It was the legendary Yao Ailun, the one and only Super Xiu and the person who had formed the Skeleton Corps! "Brother Ailun, its time." Chen Xiu connected a holographic device to thework. In a minute, Yao Ailun would connect to thementators channel to perform the firstmentary of his life. When he received the offer, Yao Ailun did not hesitate. Furthermore, he was quite free during the summer holidays. He also wanted to spar with that ck Deer! The first battle... He wasmentating a game on behalf of Bubbly Foam for the Earths Professional Summer games. Super Xiu was actually a famous name in the CT circle. He had won numerous des and his analyses had also received over 10 million 5 star ratings. When he entered thementators channel, the holographic device not only transmitted his image onto others screens but also the live images of the battle to his screen. In an instant, all the sounds were transmitted through the device into his ears. Yao Ailun adjusted his spectacles and quicklyposed himself. Without a doubt, Student Ailun was in his best attire today. On the other hand, right beside him sat Comrade ck Deer. "Let me introduce him to everyone, this is our newmentator. He is one half of the legendary analysts Super Xiu, Super Ailun! However, deep down, I am extremely sad. Bubbly Foam has retired from thementator circle and has been reced with a spectacled baby," Old Deer said as he asserted his dominance. "Hello, everyone. I am Super Ailun. Firstly, I would like to congratte Lady Goddess Bubbly Foam. I believe that my insight can make thementary more professional and persuasive, preventing others from talking crap." After which, he gave Old Deer a slight smile. The Skeleton Corps erupted intoughter. Chen Xiu truly understood Yao Ailun. He had never seen him act this way, but the more he did, the more excited he got. When it came tomentary, it was also a cooperative role. Old Deer was also a form of entertainment. "Haha. The new person seems quite excitable. Excellent. You can learn from me and be more professional." Old Deer shrugged his shoulders. He knew that the other party was not a friend of his. That b*stard Solon didnt have any good in intentions. Yao Ailun smiled. Was this a market? The crazier others were, the more HIGH he would be! "Instead of learning, I believe my brothers hope that I will be able to do something more meaningful. I think everyone knows what Im trying to say." Blocked!!! Before the battle had started, the discussion forums had already heated up. "The Deer Fan Club hase to watch!" ... "Team Baikai wants to fight! If ck Deer does not die or surrender, kill him!" At this time, the professional teams manager had also joined the discussion. The Baikai team had not performed well recently and was on the brink of relegation. At this point, Old Deer had opened the floodgates. It has to be said that it made many people furious, and a few of the neutral audience members started to lean towards the Baikai team. "Old Deer will definitely not die. The Baikai team wants to borrow my luck and fame? Impossible. They need to pay for it!" Old Deer smiled and rebutted. Meanwhile, he sent a private message to the team manager. "Are you trying to y with me? Lets discuss fees." The opposing manager replied, "OK." This was a normal match. Both of the teams were also ying normally. However, Yao Ailun and Old Deers struggle had attracted the attention of numerous eyes. Although Ailun was a neer, his words and resilience had stirred the audience. He had even aroused the support of some of Old Deers supporters. Both battlefields were equally exciting. Chen Xius three sisters were also rooting for Ailun. It has to be said that this brat looked quite handsome when he was doing such great things. Solon watched the screen with a smile on his face. Although it seemed like a small thing, he believed that this would be an important decision in the times toe. Although many people had talent, few could recognize talent in front of them. He was one of those who could. Chapter 219: Instantaneous Movement Chapter 219: Instantaneous Movement Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The feeling of returning to Earth was amazing. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were not gossipy. Zhang Shan, on the other hand, grabbed Wang Zheng to ask him all sorts of questions. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan couldnt help but smile. It looked like the Mountain Maiden was seeing his lover. "Ah! The Sage taught you!" "Sh*t, what bull! It was a pity I didnt go!" Wang Zheng found Zhang Shan slightly bewildering. "Just say it. What good thing has happened? Looking at you, it seems like you cant wait to tell the whole world." "Haha, it seems you have seen through me," Zhang Shan bragged. "Ten thousand words are not as effective as showing you." "Ah. You improved your mech piloting abilities?" "What do you mean improvement? I will let you see a legendary ability that allows me to blitz through the universe!" Today was going to be his first time using his ability on a mech. Zhang Shan climbed into the Bata Type V and steadied his breathing. Wang Zheng and friends moved a short distance away. Looking at Meng Tian and Zhang Runans mysterious behavior, Wang Zheng was curious to know what was going on. "What is he trying to pull off? He seems so cocky." "Why dont you see it for yourself? Zhang Shan is about to pull off something amazing," Zhang Runan said. Zhang Shan was extremely confident as he sat inside his mech. "Good afternoon, everyone. Take a good look. This is the time of a miracle!" Bang! The three of them watched silently. A loud bang resounded and the three of them were eagerly anticipating the result... A momentter, the cockpit opened and Zhang Shan jumped out while waving his arms. "How was that! Wasnt that awesome? Wang Zheng, you dont have to worry. You will awaken your Ability X one day!" The three of them nced at each other before peering at Zhang Shan curiously... "Why are you looking at me? It was such an awesome warp through space-time. Arent you guys jealous?" Zhang Shan was not satisfied with the expressions of his fans. Meng Tian helplessly pointed behind her. "Why dont you see for yourself." Zhang Shan turned his head. Ah. It looked a little familiar. This... Zhang Runan walked over. "The distance travelled was about 10 feet. You took 3-4 seconds to move over. I think this is enough to get you killed." Zhang Shan wanted to kill himself with a block of tofu. Grannys leg. He wanted to look cool, but he had been thwarted. However, Wang Zheng did not speak. He was really quite surprised and shocked. Something wonderful and mysterious had taken ce. "You awakened your Ability X?" "Yes! Grannys leg. Its so weak. F*ck. Its downright useless. I cant even use it to move more than two steps. This will really get me killed!" After fully exerting himself, he was only able to warp just a short distance. It was worthless. Although the Ability Xs energy consumption wasrge, it was unusable in times of danger. Wang Zheng nodded his head before pping Zhang Shan on his back. "Rome wasnt built in a day. You brat, youre quite impressive. How awesome!" "Really?" Zhang Shan was a little nervous. He was one that sought Wang Zhengs approval. "B*llshit. Are you trying to demoralize me? Even in my dreams Im trying to find a way to awaken my own Ability X." Wang Zheng rolled his eyes. "However, it doesnt seem to be very useful." "You need to train. You arent an old man. What you have is time." Zhang Shan was extremely excited upon hearing Wang Zhengs words. He immediately began to exin to him how he had awakened and how he understood it. This experience was extremely valuable to Wang Zheng. Especially as he had yet to awaken his own Ability X. It was clear that Wang Zheng would not awaken his Ability X naturally. He knew that he had to do so in a way which was simr to Zhang Shan. However, dangerous situations would not be enough. Even if death was on the line, Wang Zheng had been trained to stay cold and calm. ...the more excited Zhang Shan was, the more Wang Zheng yearned to have his own Ability X. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan also wished to assist Wang Zheng. Deep down, they felt that Wang Zheng could lead them to victory in the uing IG selections. However, theck of an Ability X was a crippling blow to his potential prowess. Even Zhang Shan had one now. If Wang Zheng had his own Ability X, their team would rise to an unprecedented level of power. "It is as Zhang Shan said, its all up to fate. Even if I was anxious, it would be useless. I have to wait for the right opportunity," Wang Zheng said as he helplessly shrugged his shoulders. Raston and Lie Xin were simr in this regard. The moment they awakened their Ability Xs, they had transcended in terms of strength. Zhang Runan suddenly nodded her head. "Wang Zheng, I feel that you do not need to worry about this. All roads lead to Rome. Amongst all those Ability X users, how many of them actually got to the peak without the support of their Ability? Too many to count! Too many things are still unknown right now!" "Manly Sister, Mighty Meng, and Wang Zheng! I will protect you during the next stage!" Zhang Shan grasped Wang Zhengs shoulder as he proimed his words. "We will use our intelligence to beat our opponents!" It has to be said that the two most intelligent individuals in IG were most likely these two. Training resumed as per usual. Other than normal training, Meng Tian, Zhang Shan, and Zhang Runan also had to train their usage of the Ability X. They trained relentlessly every day. However, this training was mostly to develop and further their understanding of their own powers. During this point, Wang Zheng became their audience. He could clearly feel the difference between the three, yet he could not control this power. Student Wang felt a little down. Why couldnt the heavens illuminate a path for him? The Sage was the same. He chose to obscure his face and hide. Since Wang Zheng was a fated person, why did he not provide any guidance? Why couldnt this be like the stories where a powerful elder woulde and save the protagonist in a time of danger and guide them to greater heights? Wang Zheng felt more depressed at this point. At the same time, the Kings were feeling pretty depressed as well. In the livestreaming area, Yao Ailun and Old Deer were staring face to face, arguing to no end. "He really is a person from Locke. When did this team change?" Yao Ailun was shocked. Lockes Star. A famous location in the Sagittarius constetion. As the situation in the constetion was always unstable, a lot of events had also urred there. As a result, the people of Lockes Star had also be hardened by the situation. It was a star full of professional soldiers. All of the youth from there were conscripted since young, so they did not possess carefree lives like other children. In Lockes Star, they had recently started numerous mecha courses. They chose the most outstanding youths to be trained and developed. At the same time, they reached out to intergctic corporations and private arms dealers to set up there. Hence Lockes Star was essentially heavily militarized. The soldiers there were known to be professional and dedicated. Mineral-richs liked to hire mercenaries from Locke. What differentiated them was that these mercenaries from Locke followed certain guidelines. They would never join the army or take part in political struggles, they would only be part ofmercial endeavors. This was what made them so attractive to certain intergctic corporations. Although Lockes Stars strength was not at the peak,pared to a power like An, they were still quite well rounded. Other than Antean mecha, the moment any country had released a new mecha into the market, the people of Locke would immediately begin to research it. They were extremely professional in this aspect as well. Furthermore, the people of Locke did not research anything other than mecha, not even spaceships. Hence even the Immortal Barbarians knew that if there was anyone that could beat them at the usage of the Jungle Scamper, it would be the people of Locke. The people of Locke did not participate in IG. However, no one would look down upon their abilities, especially regarding their research and understanding of mecha. Some had said that the people of Locke were money-minded. They would not do anything without profit. Naturally, they had their own CT region. People were not machines, they enjoyed the asional game and would even y in the Earth region asionally. However, they were not people who merely sought simple-minded pleasures; this was not how a person of Locke was like. The people of Locke were pragmatic. They originally thought that these people had faked their identities as people of Locke. However, after looking closer, it was clearly not the case. Bragging Simon pounded the wall in anger. "D*mn it. Where did these bratse from?" Losing was not depressing. What was depressing was that the Pentastrike used by the enemy outdid Bragging Simons own Hexastrike! This was simply a taunt. They had used the exact same move, but the enemy had grasped the essence of the move even better than Bragging Simon himself. They had trulypletelyprehended the mysteries of the move. As a professional yer, they took pride in specializing in a particr mech or move. Prince was no different. Although his temper was better, he too was outmatched. It was essentially adults beating up children! "It looks like the opponents prepared themselves before they came over. I think they would like to say something." Old Deer was very experienced with such matters. Deep down, he knew that the opponent hade with certain intentions. The people of Locke were vicious and brutal. Their match was akin to crushing dried leaves and rotten twigs. They hadpletely suppressed the opponents. At this point, a transmission was sent from the Lockes Stars team leader. "I am Zha Rang. I only have one aim here: send Skeleton out and dont waste my precious time!" Following which, he stopped the transmission. He was truly acting tyrannical. Prince and the rest finally understood why they were here. They were here to cause trouble and enhance their own reputation. The Earth Region was just too hot right now. Numerous yers from the Sr System hade to y in the Earth Region, bringing life to it. In fact, a lot of experts hade here to bully the yers of Earth, and many of them chose to dere war openly. It has to be said that this was an effective way of gathering attention. Such a situation was nothing special, and it was all in the name of fun. However, for the people of Locke, they hade banging right on the door. Prince and friends were infuriated, but they were helpless. This was something arranged by Solon. However, Solon was equally infuriated. Didnt friendshipe first? In the past, when Solon was merely the vice president, he envied Mren. However, now that he was in his position, the stress was even greater than he had imagined. asional inactivity was still a good thing. However, when things got heated, people would literally be banging on the doors! This battle was like that. They had weed challengers from everywhere, regardless even if they were Anteans or from An. All of it would improve the reputation of the region. However, these opponents were clearly not here to do that. A normal match would definitely be exciting and anticipated. However, they had received a message from the CT board of directors to arrange a proper match. There was no exnation nor any reasons given. A match just had to be organized. Even the chairman of the Sr System had to act on their words. If the board wanted to do so, they could have him removed with just a sentence. The people of Locke. Was this a joke? They were a group of professional mercenaries who came to y CT. Wasnt that quite shameless? Prince and the rest were professional yers, and they had never been scared of yers from the army. Although there weremonalities between real life and CT, they were still twopletely different things. However, for the people of Locke, this too was alsopletely different. Most of the yers from Locke were professional mercenaries, and CT was another source of ie for them with just lower requirements. Chapter 220: Female’s Dormitory Chapter 220: Females Dormitory Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lockes Stars Kings were essentially famous individuals in the Great Mercenary College of Locke. In the eyes of the people from Locke, other than those who hailed from the strong empires like An, the rest were no more than drifting clouds. They possessed aplete and systematic form of training and were able to develop invincible individuals and small squads. There was nothing one from Locke could not do nor did not know, A wealthy patron had paid arge sum for these individuals toe to Earth to trounce Skeleton. It was a simple job for Zha Rang, and he would earn a tidy sum uponpleting it. Of course, the patron also had their own request. They had to suppress and utterly decimate their opponents with what they were best at. This was what the people of Locke were good at and something they could aplish. Lockes Stars Institute of Tactical Skills specialized in research and replication. Frankly speaking, a normal star was not able to do what they did. This was the specialty of those from Locke. In the entire Milky Way Alliance, this was what they were known for. There was a rumor that said that they were even able to utilize Antean mecha. They had discovered a method to do so, but it required them to pay a steep price. Solon had expected this. Under pressure, he advertised the match on the official website. However, he did not put great effort into advertising. Even though this was the case, with how hot the Earth Region was, such a message would not go unnoticed. Although it was a disastrous defeat, the audience was excited. Someone was looking to die again! It was simple: Skeleton just had to appear and they would be crushed. This was what everyone wanted to see. However, a headache wasing. Old Deer possessed the insight of an experienced professional. Yao Ailun, on the other hand, possessed an eye for extremely technical analysis, albeit the fact that he was an amateur at it. However, both of them were very enthusiastic. Locke might not have been the region with the best CT yers, but when it came to understanding the essence of a mecha, they were definitely one of the best. It was an irreconcble fact to say that they understood all mecha. What was often whispered amongst experts was that if one wished to beat the people of Locke, they had to rely on heaven-defying talent and that it was futile to beat them in terms of technique. These individuals had made the mech a part of them, a part of their lives. Thus, these individuals were both arrogant and unrestrained. It was all backed with skill though. Still, they were professional and ethical. If the price was right, regardless of whether it was a noob or an expert, they would fulfil their patrons words to the letter. Although he was Earth Regions best support yer, Hammer was tricked in a matchup. Support-type mecha fulfilled a strategic role in a team. They sought to protect key yers. In reality, support mecha were not so weak. They were hardy and could easily survive. However, in CT, they were usually the most easily killed due to their actions taken to protect their teammates. Hammer was used to getting destroyed in ce of his teammates. However, he had never felt so depressed about being destroyed. The opponent was also a support yer and had actually tricked him. For the entire match, the enemys support yer did not appear and it seemed as though he was not nning to support his team. The opponents support yer possessed a greater sense of the general situation and made better decisions. Frankly speaking, even the defeat against the Immortal Barbarians was not as depressing. The opponent was strong and he was defeated resoundingly. However, this time, he was defeated at what he was best at. He waspletely outssed in the way he supported his teammates and the understanding of the battle. This sort of defeat was truly depressing, and he even felt like retiring. As for the opponents arrogant deration of war, it was nothing more than a feint. Solon held on to the faint hope in his heart that Skeleton would appear again. He contacted Yan Xiaosu, but Yan Xiaosu was actually not in the Asian Region. He was actually in the American Region doing some marketing work. The Yan family possessed superior business acumen and,bined with how famous thepany was, everyone fought for the cement of their goods in their markets! Of course, they still produced sanitary napkins due to the fact that the investment in the space project would not see any returns in the near future and they still had to run a business. Their family did not possess the umted capital of OMG, so it was crucial for them to run their original business effectively. Who said that selling sanitary napkins was a pointless endeavor? Yan Xiaosu still wanted to do his best in this market. A young man spewing fanciful words coupled with a sincere face did wonders. He was truly an amazing businessman. He was persuasive and his products were appealing. This in and of itself was also an effort in publicity. There were beautiful women and handsome men used to advertise his products in the past year, which facilitated sales. However, even if he was not as good-looking and his personal approach seemed to run contrary to the original advertisements, it also worked in its own ways in facilitating interest. This was especially so because Yan Xiaosu often finished his speeches with a single sentence: "Being a woman is great after all," which would cause the entire audience to erupt intoughter. After receiving Solons message, Yan Xiaosu felt slightly troubled. Wang Zheng was busy training, and he was busy with work. Everyone had to grow up eventually. CT was just a hobby. Sometimes one would enjoy the rush of unrequited gaming. However, what was important was that Yan Xiaosu could feel that Wang Zheng was gradually losing interest in CT. Solons message was filled with tears and wet noises. It painfully narrated how the people of Locke were barbaric and overbearing and he requested Skeleton toe and administer justice. It was a pity that Yan Xiaosu was not a greenhorn anymore. CT was a huge corporation. The message was too exaggerated and this situation was likely caused by Solon himself. In Wang Zhengs words, this was just a game. Win or lose, it was just for enjoyment. It couldnt possibly be a situation where every blow was met with a reaction, could it? How would that be fun anymore? It was obvious that the current trend was unsustainable. Yet Yan Xiaosu still gave him a chance and asked Wang Zheng for his reply before euphemistically rejecting him. Wang Zheng was currently training and could not afford any distractions. What was more important was that Zhang Shan had awakened his Ability X. Originally, he thought that he had one foot in the door to awakening his own powers, but it seemed that sess was nowhere in sight. Wang Zheng had a stubborn personality. He felt unconvinced. There was definitely something different about him. He could clearly sense others Ability Xs, but why was it that he could not use it? He was not against ying CT, but the opponent had to be strong and he had to find the right opportunity. Yan Xiaosu did not think much of the people from Locke and hence no longer brought it up. Solon already knew in his heart how Wang Zheng would reply. Upon seeing the message, he could only let out a deep sigh. This was not eptable. The opponent was just too overbearing, and merely relying on the Kings from Earth would just lead to another defeat. There was no doubt about it, if the opponents were mercenaries, it would not have been that bad. CT and reality were still considerably different after all. However, these opponents were students from a mercenary college! They were clearly experienced in CT and could adapt quickly. Furthermore, the people of Locke had a habit that often caused their opponents to fall into despair. When they received a mission, they would actively research their opponent. This was their professionalism. It was also why the people of Locke were famous. Word of mouth was incredibly important to them. Solon did not have many chances left. Although he did not know who was pulling the strings, there was a 80-90% chance that someone wanted to suppress the Sr System region. Considering how popr the Sr System was now, it likely gained the ire of some other individuals. There truly had been an endless number of battles this year. However, he still had a trump card up his sleeve. He was no longer just the guardian of the Earth Region, he was the CEO of the entire Sr System! The entire Sr System could rally to fight them! With a beautiful girl inviting him over, Wang Zheng waspelled to acquise. All the more considering it was Meng Tian. Looking at Wang Zheng eating withrge bites and gulping down drinks, Meng Tian couldnt help but let out a slight smile. "You dont seem to have met up with Ye Zisu recently." "Isnt Ye Zisu busy designing a mech?" Wang Zheng said. "Dont you two stay in the same dormitory? Should you not know more about this than me?" Meng Tian stared at Wang Zheng. This boy was a genius at times, but sometimes he was denser than a brick. "Ye Zisu and I have different aims in life. Wang Zheng, I have a n for you that might awaken your Ability X," Meng Tian said wryly. "Cough cough." Wang Zheng grabbed a ss of water before gulping it down in one go. He had almost choked on that piece of meat. "Really? Whats your n?" No one could stay calm in the face of these words, especially Wang Zheng. Pretending to be nonchnt would just give him momentary peace. He would rather die than be unable to awaken his abilities. Meng Tians face turned red. "Resonance. As you said, you can clearly sense and feel other peoples abilities. That shows that you have the potential. You just need to find the way to unlock it. As life-threatening situations are unable to shock you, we have to use other means." Only someone like Meng Tian, who had gone through Academy X, would have thought of such an idea. "Resonance? What is resonance? Could you exin it in greater detail?" "It is to use ones ability to stimte your potential. However, it requires both participants mental states to merge. At the same time, ones capacity to do this is limited. It requires one to consistently activate their ability." Wang Zheng understood. Zhang Runan possessed the ability to release incredible strength for a brief moment and Zhang Shan possessed the ability to warp. These were abilities that were not consistently maintained. However, Meng Tians ability could be sustained. Student Wang Zheng felt as though he could finally see some hope. This could possibly awaken his ability through closely experiencing anothers Ability X. "Thank you, Meng Tian. I owe you a great favor. Whether it works or not, regardless if I have to go through a sea of knives or an ocean of mes, I will do something for you." "One look and I can tell that you are insincere. Where in the world can you find a sea of knives or an ocean of mes? I am not doing this for you, but for the team. Its to prevent you fromgging behind in the second stage." Although Meng Tian spoke as such, they both knew that she didnt truly mean it. "We have gone through life-threatening situations together, so lets get it on. Who is going to follow who this time?" Wang Zheng began to feel a bit mischievous. Meng Tian blushed. "I have to tell you something in advance. Once we merge our mental states, you might be able to see my memories. You have to promise not to look at mine!" Wang Zheng was shocked. He had not thought of this. To infringe upon a girls inner secrets was truly the greatest taboo. "Rx, I will not do anything unrestrained!" Wang Zheng said as he patted his chest. Unfortunately, this situation was likely to be something that neither party could control. However, Meng Tian was determined to get it to work. She was already mentally prepared for that result. She watched Wang Zheng train relentlessly day by day. Although Wang Zheng might not have noticed, she knew that Wang Zheng was frowning more often. If not for the fact that there was no other solution, Meng Tian would not have resorted to such a method. It was akin to letting someone peer into their deepest and darkest secrets. It was a pity that the dense Wang Zheng was unable to understand this point. He had not attended Academy X after all. Meng Tians bedroom was now empty. When Wang Zheng walked in, he was red at by thedy managing the area as he made his way to Meng Tians dormitory. As he was a student of the college, she did not stop him. The female dormitory was truly different. It was cleaned spick and span, but there were rumors that not all dormitories were like this. A short distance away, a room to a dormitory opened and a girl walked out wearing only her panties... Looking at Wang Zheng following Meng Tian, she merely smiled calmly and then walked away without a care... Chapter 221: Awakening Chapter 221: Awakening Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Ahem, are you all usually so generous ?" Wang Zheng said. He truly seemed quite lucky. "Ai Rui is short sighted. Please do not stare at her." Wang Zheng was speechless. He did not want to look in the first ce. Meng Tians bedroom was no doubt very clean and neat. While she was not mysophobic, girls who were icy were usually very organized. "Take off your clothes," Meng Tian said lightly. Wang Zheng was stunned. He looked at Meng Tian, puzzled, and crossed his arms in front of his chest. He said in an exaggerated manner, "You... what are you thinking of doing to me?" Meng Tian grounded her teeth. What was this? She had hoped that he would know better. "Are you stupid? To achieve synchronization, we have to do all we can to reduce the distance between us. The fewer barriers between us, the better it will be. Just take off your shirt. That will do." Meng Tian had no other way but to exin it herself. Academy X had an unorthodox rumor that the way to achieve maximum synchronization was to do it at a moment of extreme excitement. This could help to achieve a breakthrough of limits. However, it was obvious that there was no way to know if it were true or false. This kind of synchronization could only be initiated by people who possessed very strong Ability Xs. Meng Tians ability was not strong enough, but to Wang Zheng, he had no better alternative. Meng Tian took off her jacket, showing off her fair skin. "Focus. The initial period of synchronization is the most effective. Once the feeling bes muscle memory, you will lose the chance." She said in a formal manner. The two of them were not indecisive people. Wang Zhengs facial expression became serious. If he was going to be shy now, he would be no different from a girl. After crossing their legs, they sat down with their arms raised. Wang Zhengs palms pressed onto Meng Tians palms. Her hands were cold as usual, colder than the normal human bodys temperature. "Lets start!" Meng Tian said. She took a deep breath and closed her eyes. Weng... Meng Tian started to glow a light blue color. This was purely a disy of the Ability X. It was an indication of an initiation of synchronization of the greatest effect. Instantly, Wang Zheng felt his body temperature drop. He did not close his eyes and was shocked by what he saw. It was as though he could see the flow of Ability X and could feel how the energy source of the Ability X triggered from her head before quickly circting to the rest of his body. The head was the trigger point. The next trigger point was not the heart but near the abdomen region C the Dantian. This kind of theory hade from his dad. When he was younger, he constantly wondered what in the world was the Dantian? What crappy acupuncture point? All of this sounded like nonsense, but at this moment, Wang Zheng could feel the energy coursing through that region directly. These two points formed an axis, releasing that magical power. In Wang Zhengs world, he knew three concepts that were rted to it. The first concept was the Duping Technique that was passed down in his family for generations. It was a method of breathing that he had used from a young age. It also mentioned acupuncture points that were origins of energy. Wang Zheng never believed those energy acupuncture points we real before, including those descriptions of attuning ones body to nature. Wang Zheng felt that these things were just to dupe rich old men who wanted to gain immortality. The second concept was the Five Elements C Earth, Sea, Fire, Wind, and Space C that originated from the Rubiks Cube. Wang Zheng had been able to feel the elements vividly. The third one was Ability X, also the main form of power in todays world. But to conclude, Wang Zheng suddenly felt that his dads Duping Technique was the real deal. True strength was achieved when the body was perfectly attuned to the universe. Theoretically, Wang Zheng felt that all of this was very simple. He could feel and achieve it. However, why was he unable to use it? On the other hand, Meng Tian was in a totally different situation. She had managed to achieve synchronization! However, the situation was beyond her imagination. As the initiator, her Ability X was obviously much stronger than Wang Zhengs. But the moment they synchronized, her Ability X was contained by an ocean of power. It felt warm, as though she had be a newly born baby. "How could it be a daughter? How can girls be good soldiers?" "Lets have a son. Our Meng family has been serving in the army for generations." "No, my daughter will definitely be the most excellent soldier!" "Xiao Tian, lets go out and y." "Xiao Tian, are you a girl or not? Lets go shopping for beautiful clothes, okay?" From a young age, Meng Tian had been working very hard and trying her best to do everything expected of her. Perhaps it was really the power within the Meng family bloodline that she awakened. She could remember clearly how her father smiled so happily on that day. Finally, he could start feeling proud of his daughter. Meng Tian had hoped so much that her fathers smile was not due to the Ability X, but because of the birthday present that she had made herself. Wang Zheng opened his eyes. He did not want to see these images, but he still felt it. Everyone said that each family had its own troubles, even Meng Tian, who was the most famous icy beauty in school. She always looked like she did not care about anything, but who would have thought that her inner self was so delicate? Without knowing, Meng Tians face was covered in tears. Her childhood memories surfaced as though time was going backwards. When she opened her eyes, she saw a pair of concerned eyes. She was stunned for a moment before regaining consciousness. She could feel the tears on her face. Wang Zheng quickly waved his hands. "I did not do anything." Sh*t, if someone walked in and saw this situation, it would be hard for him to exin himself. Meng Tian stretched out her hand, and suddenly there were rays of blue light. The room temperature dropped immediately. Wang Zheng could not hold back a sneeze. "This... How can this be?" Meng Tian said. She was shocked. "Why? Are you alright?" Wang Zheng was shocked. There should not have been any side effects. The spiritual world was very mysterious. Sometimes, an unintentional movement could have very dire effects. "My ability has strengthened by a lot. I think... I leveled up. How about you? How do you feel?" At Academy X, the ranking of Ability Xs was very clear and precise. "Congrattions, congrattions. Looks like Im destined to do work for the benefit of others." Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders helplessly. He had gained nothing again. "Thats not right. It couldnt be. I did feel a very strong power from you. Have you already awakened and it is just that you do not know what your ability is?" Meng Tian asked. "No way! Really? Dont tell me that my ability is to help others level up their abilities." Wang Zheng was a little speechless. He suddenly recalled the time they had to lure the Brain Bugs. Europas group of three could withstand the bugs because of his contact. This was too depressing. Wang Zheng wanted the ability to fight. Meng Tian thought quietly for a while, then she shook her head lightly. "No, the ability to strengthen others is not like that. It is more like your ability is so strong to the point that it leaks outwards. Not only that, your ability should be of a higher quality than mine. Upon contact with you, my ability seems to be nourished." Meng Tian looked at Wang Zheng like she was looking at an invigorating tonic. Wang Zheng did not know whether tough or cry. "If you put it that way, Im even sadder now. It is like I have be a supply station; whoever who is hungry cane over and have two bites of me." Hearing Wang Zhengs interesting description, Meng Tian could not hold back herughter. Her tears still hung on her face. Looking at her, Wang Zhengs mind went nk for a moment before he praised her sincerely for her beauty. Meng Tians face turned red. "I was supposed to help you, but now Im the one receiving help. Your situation is really special, I will think of ways to ask around." "Ahem, its okay. Im an optimistic person. At least Im not without potential, no need to shake off the expectations of my family." Wang Zheng said without thinking. "You saw what I was thinking!" Meng Tian said. She was stunned. How much did he see, what did he see, was it everything? Wang Zheng quickly waved his hands. "I really didnt see a lot." "You didnt see a lot? That means you saw something! Wang Zheng!" "Ahem, wow, such a nice weather. Er. Ah! Theres a superman flying outside!" Wang Zheng pointed to the scenery outside the window and said loudly. Meng Tian turned back to look and Wang Zheng ran away quickly. Of the thirty six stratagems of war, fleeing was the best option. Actually, he did get something out of the experience. They all could feel his strong power. That meant that his ability existed, and it was just that he had yet to find the right way to use it. That should be the way. He had such invincible talent, and he was also the teams trump card. How could he not have any potential? Wang Zhengs face broke into a smile. He had finally made some progress in solving the problem that was troubling himtely. Looking down from the window, Meng Tian gave a heartfelt smile as she watched Wang Zheng jumping away energetically. It looked like she had to ask an expert about this problem. ....Was she trying to seduce him just now? Du Qingqing always told her that in this generation, girls had to be proactive to achieve a breakthrough in the rtionship between men and women. Or else, with time, they would really be simply friends. Like An Mei, she took action so quickly. So if she wanted a lead in thispetition with Ye Zisu, she had to act not only quickly but effectively. But to get ahead... Meng Tian really did not know how. She looked at herself in the mirror. Was this not attractive enough? Sometimes that guy was really slow. Actually, Wang Zheng was no different from that guy who went to the girls dorm to repair the light bulbs. Both of them did not see the point of their actions. Wang Zheng, who was back at his dorm, did not too think much. After he calmed down, he realized that he actually had achieved a breakthrough. Ability X was actually the ability of the brain. While he did not know whether it was because of the Rubiks Cube or if it pre-existed naturally, he was much stronger than normal in this aspect. This made Wang Zheng miss his parents even more. Even though he always felt that his dad was a big scammer, in some aspects, his dad was very serious. For example, the supervision of his breathing style and that constant muttering of the body channels. Did he do all that on purpose? Going back to the topic, both of his parents, left him after meeting Old Merchant. He also had no idea how the situation of their travels around space was. Everyone had their own life. Wang Zheng was already very grateful that his parents had given birth to him and brought him up. He hoped that his parents could pursue the life that they wanted, and he would most definitely not let them down. At least... if his dad came back, he need not trick anyone anymore. Primordial Regression Technique. All along, Wang Zhengs training was regr like the operation of a machine, but today he had a unique experience. Maybe it was Meng Tians memory that stirred up his feelings. Wang Zheng also missed his childhood. He recalled so many things that happened when he was young. As he reminisced, he could not hold back a heartfelt smile. The effects of the Primordial Regression Technique emanating from his bones was simr to his breathing technique, but he felt that his dads Duping Breathing Technique was more suitable for the human body. The presence of Qi. If hebined Spirit and Qi, what would the situation be? Wang Zheng instinctively let his spirit sink deeper. The Primordial Regression Technique operated not only on the body but also on the fusion with nature. Weng... (Buzzing sound) There seemed to be an explosion of white light. At this moment, Meng Tian was still pleasantly surprised with her own breakthrough and Wang Zhengs silly look when he ran away. Suddenly, she felt an energy surging within her. This...was her Ability X? God, how was this possible? The range of Ability X was very small, but how did this energy surge like a hurricane? Zhang Runan was drawing an art piece nearby. When she drew, she was entirely focused, as though she projected all her spirit into the activity. This was no doubt a way of training for Zhang Runan to reach a state of zen. The more focused she was, the quicker she could get into the mood. Suddenly, there was a strong wave of energy which caused her to draw one spot wrongly. She exited from her state of focus and stood up suddenly, scaring the other students who were learning to draw. When the club leader was drawing, she was so focused to the point where even thunderstorms would not disturb her. What made her lose her cool? Chapter 222: The Second Level Chapter 222: The Second Level Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The strong shockwave that came from the college was of near inhuman level. It had gone beyond the normal Ability Xs range. Ever since she dropped out of Academy X, she did not have a clear understanding of the levels of Ability X, but this level of ability.... Zhang Shan was training happily. His confidence was boosted by his bursts of Ability X. He could not wait for the IG selection. He wanted to beat those people who looked down on him. He wanted to beat them until they were scared witless and let them experience first-hand the power of Ares College. Just as he was weightlifting excitedly, his facial expression suddenly changed. The dumbbell fell instantly and it almost hit his feet. Suddenly, he lost his strength and fell to the ground. As he sat on the ground, he looked out of the window, stunned. What was that? Was that just his imagination? After he awakened, he became obsessed with Ability X. This was especially after he found out that his ability was more umon and of a higher level. But what was that wind just now? Wang Zhengs dorm was already in ruins. At this moment, Wang Zheng was floating mid-air. He was glowing an eye-piercing gold color. This kind of glow did not spread outwards, rather it looked solid and was contained within. Was this his Ability X? Wang Zheng was not sure, but he finally had a breakthrough for the Primordial Regression Technique! The Primordial Regression Techniques Second Level! Earth! At this moment, Wang Zheng became incredibly big and imposing C like a statue to be respected. Sea! It had no borders. To you, it was an immeasurable existence. You might be able to see it, but you could not understand it entirely. Fire! Wang Zhengs hands started burning, but it was not burned by natural mes. Wang Zheng did not have any feeling of being burned at all, but a strong invasive strength burst from him. Wind! Elusive and unpredictable. Wang Zhengs body started flickering as though it was weightless. Space! Wang Zheng disappeared. Like an illusion, after a while, Wang Zhengs body slowly appeared and slowlynded on the ground. About an hourter, Wang Zheng opened his eyes. There was a ray of gold light that looked solid. His pupils were golden. Gradually, the gold light dispersed and his eyes returned to normal. Wang Zheng stood up. There was a very intriguing feeling throughout his body. The world around him became clearer and more familiar. He felt closer to his surroundings. At this moment, outside the window, a little bird flew in from the balcony. It looked at Wang Zheng curiously and Wang Zheng smiled at the little bird. The little bird did not seem to be afraid of him at all and flew onto Wang Zhengs shoulder. It lightly pecked at Wang Zhengs shoulder twice and flew away happily. This was probably how an Ability X awakening would be. It was a feeling that could not be described in words. It was like getting a new life. But his situation waspletely different from that of others. Ability X? He did not have it at all, yet he had it all. Most people knew Ability X, but they did not understand it. He, on the other hand, started with understanding Ability X, now he was gradually beginning to know it. This was a wonderful feeling. It was actually the result of the mutual confirmation of the Primordial Regression Technique and the breathing technique. Of course, the meetings on the Norton Star and Mars helped a lot, and he eventually achieved an understanding. He did not know why, but Wang Zheng felt that there was a special connection between these things, even though they did not seem to interact at all. However, as he grew stronger, he would understand everything one day. That figure, the smile of the Sage. What was he smiling for? What was he waiting for? Tsk tsk, it seemed like he really was a genius. Wang Zheng could not help but be cocky. "Eh? How did it be like this?" The whole dorm looked like it was robbed by robbers, and it was by a robber that had a strong desire to destroy everything. The dorm waspletely destroyed. A terrible scream came from a certain guys dorm. It was not just his things that were destroyed. Zhang Shans and the other guys belongings were also destroyed. Sh*t, no wonder people always wanted to look for an empty secret chamber to train. Perhaps they were afraid of destroying public property. "Boss, whats up? Dont tell me you did something wrong? Im most definitely picking Princess Ainas side!" Once he came up, Tyrant Su could not stop dering his stance. Looking at Wang Zheng, he knew that he was in trouble. "Oh, shut up, look." Wang Zheng pointed to the dorm. Yan Xiaosus mouth dropped wide open. "What the! Is there anyone who likes to rape dorms?" "What? Can you use a different term? I had a little ident. Can you find a ce for me and Zhang Shan, and also find someone to repair these? School is starting soon." "A small matter, just leave it to me. Boss, you and Meng Tian have been spending a lot of time together; please do not let anything happen." "How did you know that I was spending a lot of time with Meng Tian?" Wang Zheng waited for Tyrant Su. This guy was hiding something behind his words. At this moment, another head popped out. "Wang Zheng, you chose Aina, we have nothing to say. However, if it is not Aina, it cant be anyone else." Once An Mei appeared, Wang Zheng understood everything. "Well, youre nothing special C you are a normal human with two shoulders and a head. I really dont know what they see in you." At the side, Tyrant Su was winking furiously. The girls dorm was separated into two factions. Even though they knew that they had no chance against Princess Aina, even if they had to give up everything, it was unlikely that they would reject the chance. Life was short and no matter what happened in the future, An Mei could not find any reason. This opponent was powerful, but that was no excuse to give up the battle. An Mei was impressed with Zisus calmness. She was never interested in quietly supporting anyone. It was something only the foolish would do. "Xiaosu, please educate your An Mei. We are all ssmates andrades." Wang Zheng could not do anything. It waspletely useless to reason with An Mei. Only Xiaosu could stand her character. "Xiao Mei, how could you speak to Boss this way?" Yan Xiaosu made a fierce face. At one side, An Mei bowed very gently. "Prince Wang Zheng, please forgive me." Wang Zheng covered his face. He had nothing to say to this pair of clowns. Yan Xiaosu had gone to An Meis house. An Meis parents received Yan Xiaosu grandly. Even though An Meis mother was quite a difficult person, that difficult mother-inw was very good to Yan Xiaosu, her future son-inw. If An Mei dared to cause trouble, without having to wait for Yan Xiaosu to say anything, she would be destroyed by her own mother. Of course, there was also a fun little brother-inw who could boot-lick very well. When Zhang Shan returned, he also had a shock. He looked at Wang Zheng from top to toe. "Dont tell me you actually have the tendency to be violent?" Wang Zheng did not know whether tough or cry. "It was a little incident, looks like well have to stay out for these few days. Thats right, there is somewhere where we can do that." The club card that Yan Xiaosu owned could provide them such a ce. The conditions inside were better than the dorm. Zhang Shan did not really care, but when Chen Xiu and Allen Yao returned, they would definitely get Wang Zheng to pay a lot for the damages. "Lets take a break today. The brat Ailun became amentator. I heard that he is doing well. Theres an importantpetition tonight, lets go support him." Zhang Shan said. "Eh? Werent you not interested in this?" "Its not like that. Its just that recently as I practice more, I want to know more about mecha. But our conditions are too limited." The mecha world was like a bottomless hole. It was very difficult to even own aplete set of mecha on CT, not to mention in reality. One should stop dreaming about it. Even the average financial corporations would not dare to do so. OMG was already considered impressive, but their umtion in this aspect was still nothingpared to that of those military giants. "I heard that theres one person called something like Old Deer who ims that he is the number onementator in the whole of the universe. Ailuns nickname is Better than the Best Commentator in the Universe. This guy is really a troublemaker, daring to challenge the highest authority in the new field that he entered. What character! He is no doubt from our 007. Anywhere he goes, hes a king." "Sure." Wang Zheng was also in high spirits. He finally had a breakthrough in the problem that had been troubling him for months. "...Whats that smell?" "Ahem, lets go. There will be someoneing to clean up." Wang Zhengs whole body was sticky. He needed to wash up and clean himselfpletely first. Far away in An, the daily life of Aina after the adulthood ceremony was in the eyes of many people, full of glory. However, only Huiyin understood that it was something that was full of struggle and hardship. On her return journey, Huiyin shared all details of her experience on Mars with Aina. On the other end of the Skylink, Aina smiled very brightly. Huiyin had sugarcoated the events without a doubt. The higher the position, the bigger the responsibility. That was why Huiyin did not want to lose her freedom like her cousin, but An needed such a person to inherit all the responsibilities of the nation. On her way back, Huiyin chose three ces to have three more concerts. From a mary aspect, there was obviously not much significance, but politically, the meaning was significant. Actually, unknowingly, Huiyin was also fulfilling the obligations of an An Princess. It was just that she was using another method. Aina was graduallying into contact with the different aspects of the An Empire C formting national policy, proposals regarding the countrys macroeconomic aspects, etc.... Although at the moment, she was just watching and listening in to the process and not participating in sharing opinions, but one day, these would be her responsibilities. Compared to Huiyin, she was indoctrinated since young with the idea that she was living for the sake of the country. Aina was also rebellious, butpared to the average youth, she was a lot less rebellious. The only time she was rebellious was when she met Wang Zheng. This had already be the main reason for her to persevere. It was only when she could do better that she would have more rights to speak. This was what Aina really wanted to do. "Your Highness, the documents from the Mara Nine Countries Summit." Aiken Forli, the heir to the eldest son of Duke Forli, looked at Aina respectfully. He had been Ainas assistant for a month already. Actually, the assistants were also the Princess aides. The team was formed from the youths of Ans elite groups and elites from various colleges. They would apany the princess as she grew and ultimately became the future queens right arm. This was also a period of observation for those elites. At this moment, they not only looked at ones background, but also their ability in carrying out daily duties. An was a very rational country. They would not ignore the importance of the power of teamwork, much less the importance of a talent. One great person was enough to change the world. But who was that great person? Everyone said that they were the genius. They always said that they simplycked the opportunity, but gold always glows. Today, Aiken was on duty. His heart was filled with aspirations and admiration. Youths did indeed have passion. He was willing to give up his life for the Princess. Nothing could bepared to the Princesss praise. Not only that, he was convinced that he could be a power for the Princess. He need not say anything for himself C a top student of the Royal College Business School and he was from a family that owned a massive range of inteary supply routes. Chapter 223: Alan Tuckers Plan Chapter 223: n Tuckers n Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Aina smiled lightly and epted the document. She then quickly browsed through it once. "Well done, youve worked hard." "Its my honor." Aiken bowed and exited. Looking at how much the Princess had to do, Aiken wished that he could be of more help to her. However, he needed to observe the rules of etiquette. This was what every aide or assistant had to abide to. There were too manypetitors, and who knows? It was a possibility that someone in the aides team could be the Queens husband. Ignoring the issue of identity, it was a mans lifelong happiness just to have a girl like her. Finally, Aina was the only one left in the room, and she rxedpletely. Being busy prevented her from missing Wang Zheng. She really envied Huiyin. That girl could do what she wanted; she led afortable life. It looked like she had to get her to share the responsibilities soon. She needed to do more so that people around her would realise that she existed and they need not have any ns for her marriage. She could sacrifice her life for An, but never her love. Members of the royal family often went to extremes. They would either enjoy life and not care about love, or they would fall so deeply in love to the point where they were irrational. Such a situation was not rare in Ans history. There were two kings who gave up their throne for love. At the Mara Nine Countries Summit, the nine strongest countries of the Milky Way formed an association to peacefully discuss and consult on matters regarding the Milky Ways economy. This time around, she would be representing An and attending the summit. She not only had to prepare Ans views, but also needed to better understand the other eight strongest countries as well as their attending representatives. Additionally, she had to leave a deep impression on them. The representative of Antis was Prince Hao Lin. In the past two years, the matters regarding Antis and humans were being handled by Hao Lin. While he looked to be just a child, Anteans could not simply be described usingmon sense. The representative of the Arbiter Republic was Hughes Arbiter, the heir to the power of the Arbiter Republic. The representative of the Gemini Gxy Republic was the young parliament member, Wall. He was the youngest politician in the Gemini Gxy Republic. He was also the eldest son of the Chairman of the First Party of the Gemini Gxy Republic. The representative of the Fairy Republic was Alexander from the Norton Star. He was only 28 years old and already a legendary figure of the Federal Secretary of State. ... One weekter. Huge spaceship fleets guarded every corner of the Mara Gxy. The nearby area, within a range of 10 light years, became star domains under the control of the Interster Federation. Any spaceships that were unmarked would be intercepted or even destroyed directly. The Wenfei Star was the venue of the summit. The area surrounding the star was in high security alert, while on the star itself, the atmosphere there was rxed and free. The daily lives of the residents were not affected at all. Furthermore, this was originally a location for the rich. There were strict requirements to be a resident on this star. The requirements to be met were not only about assets but also on the residents identities and background. The summit was not an event that took only a day or two. It would take half a month to conduct in-depth consultations. These decisions would involve multiple aspects of the nine countries. One small use from the macro perspective could affect the economical interests of a country costing billions, and these would be dispersed over multiple aspects, determining the fate of numerous medium-small enterprises. Of course, these details would be discussed by the apanying aides and professionals until there was a satisfactory proposal which would then be signed by the various countries representatives. What Aina would face on a daily basis, other than browsing through the process of negotiation and determining the direction and the limits of negotiation, was to attend one banquet after another. They would be hosted respectively by the nine strongest countries. Basically, the itinerary of the various representatives was about the same. One could not underestimate these banquets. A certain consensus could be reached at these seemingly private banquets for any problems that could not be resolved at the negotiations. It was without saying that some consensuses reached would never be written into the negotiation record. It was another dinner banquet. This time, it was initiated by Antis. Aina attended this banquet dressed in formal An attire. "Wee, Princess Aina." Hao Lin was dressed in human formal clothes with a small blue bow tie. He looked cute, like a tiny adult, tempting other people to pat him. Aina smiled. "Its my honor, Prince Hao Lin." These two were more casual because of the good rtionship between An and Antis. "Im in favor of Your Highnesss New Energy Cooperation proposal. Antis is willing to participate in this project and can invest and provide technical assistance." The little prince blinked his cute big eyes and said. His usage of Ainas formal address emphasized that what he said was of official business. "Oh, the new form of superconducting technology is not yet mature, are you that confident?" Aina was a little surprised. Everyone else was simply observing, even Antis was at most showing interest. She did not expect Hao Lin to invest so much in this project. Hao Lin smiled and said, "Actually, we are also just riding the wave. This new form of superconducting technology will definitely be the main source of energy in the next 100 years. We urgently need to invest in development of this technology. Let me introduce to you the person in charge of the FCL Group, Zarberg Li. He will be the coordinator for the New Energy Project this time. They have already developed a more reliable technology. "It is an honor to meet you, Princess." Zarberg smiled as he bowed. He was a middle-aged man who looked over 50. His eyes were calm and confident. Aina, of course, knew about FCL. It was a technological research and investment group which had risen over thest decade. They were mysterious and powerful. Rumors said that they possessed a veryrge umtion of technology and that they were involved in various major fields, especially in the space and materials aspect. "Mr. Zarberg, nice to meet you. Looks like you will be bringing yet another surprise to the world of new energy." "Your Highness, this is our honor. Thepanys board of directors has already reached a consensus and we are very willing to work with Antis and An." Aina looked at Zarberg and pondered about the hidden meaning behind his words. "I heard that, including the Arbiter Republic, there are a few other countries who are very interested in this. Why choose us?" Zarberg smiled slightly. "Even though Im now living in the Mara Gxy, my ancestral homnd is Earth. I heard that your highness is very fond of Earth. I think that being fond of simr things is helpful for business." At the dinner banquet, Zarberg socialized with the representatives of the nine countries. He drew rtions with everyone and reached some consensus. Of course, reaching a consensus was simply the first sign of intention. Deeper discussions and understanding had to be met for more concrete actions. "Sorry, please excuse me." Zarbergs Skylink vibrated. He smiled and left the banquet hall. He then entered a secluded room. His Skylink came on and a blue light glowed outwards, scanning the whole room. After making sure that there were no tapping devices or monitoring devices, the Skylink screen opened. A blurred dark figure appeared on the screen. The only thing that could be seen clearly was the ss of red wine in his hands... "Hows the situation?" "There should be no problem with An and Antis. Their new technology and our technology can be perfectlypatible.... Arbiter has better conditions and may be able to bring bigger profits." "Proceed with the analysis ording to n." A big game of chess was unfolding. After themunication ended, at the edge of the distant Sr system. One person put down the information in his hands and slowly sighed a sigh of relief. His mouth curved into a slight smile. It was finally starting. After preparing for so many years, n Tucker was also a little excited. The research of the Rubiks Cube involved many major fields of study, and these 20 years of research were not a waste of time. On the contrary, they were on the forefront of this generation for many of these aspects. Once he stopped being stubborn, these technologies could be transformed for residential use. It would be ground-breaking. Of course, all of this was not without purpose. The door opened to show a youth dressed in a white robe. This type of clothing was rare in the Milky Way, it was a bit retro. "Sir, the Elders have invited you to go over." n Tucker nodded. Expectations and faith filled his eyes. Wang Zheng, that little guy, could really create trouble. He was no doubt his disciple. He hoped that he would create more trouble, the bigger the better. It was only when things were stirred up that this era could advance. Chapter 224: Rollercoaster Chapter 224: Rollercoaster Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Brothers Inte Caf Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were in the hall. At this moment, the hall was overcrowded. If not for Wang Zheng being an old customer, they would not even be able get some space to stand. Ever since there were more challengers, the Boss business became better and better. The hall was transformed into a viewing area and the hologram was updated. Its rity was higher now. Looked like the Boss had been earning quite a lot recently. Thementators appeared. They were Old Deer, who was a familiar face, and also the newbie, Ailun. Ailun, who had strong support from the Skeleton Corps, was also quite arrogant. Although hismentary wascking due to inexperience, he could hold himself well against Old Deer. Previously, Bubbly Foam was always suppressed by Old Deer. She was, after all, a girl. But Ailun was not intimidated at all. In 007, Ailun was the most eloquent amongst them. He was also the most incisive speaker, often going directly to the point, especially when he wore his pair of exclusive gold-rimmed sses. Using Ailuns words, there were different sses to be worn for different asions. This was his style. "Ladies and gentlemen, the intensity of todays battle is unprecedented. After a few days of working together, I believe that our Sr System Team should have built a certain level of team spirit and understanding. They are the toppetitors of the Sr System and are sure to defeat any invaders!" Ailun gestured using his hands, raising the emotions of the audience as soon as he came up. Old Deers opening was usually calmer. "This time, the lineup of our team is the strongest that weve ever had C all the members are Kings of the Sr Systems CT. Of course, the opponents from Lockes Star have also exhibited their strong ability in previous battles. This round of battle opens in the five-on-five format; it will definitely be a very exciting battle." The Sr System team: Prince (Earth), ROOM (Mars), Ice Wall (Moon), MATA (Caragal Republic), Hammer (Earth) Actually, Solon had used his power for the battle this time. After he referred to his subordinates analysis, he invited three other external helpers. All three yers were the Kings of their respective regions and had great abilities. They were a;sp very interested in this rounds battle. Actually, the Earth region was not the strongest in the Sr System, its just that it was the most popr. These Kings could not do anything if no one looked for them and only looked for yers from the Earth region. Lockes Stars team: Zha Rang, Piglet, Helpless Thousand Army, IQ Suppression, Solo Wind. This was a battle with three rounds. The final winner would be the team with two wins. The mecha used were also the fanciest. When choosing thebat mode, the citizens from Locke were indifferent; they did not care at all. It was well-known that citizens of Locke had the mostprehensive understanding of mecha in the Milky Way Alliance. They knew the advantages, disadvantages, as well as the optimal environments for usage, and at the same time, they themselves had mastered the usage of various mecha. Their mastery of mecha extended to the fact that did not merely seek to pilot the mech, but rather to excel in it. Hence, they were not really affected by some of the rules in the CT battle. Zha Rang looked at the name list of the opposing team quietly. He was a little surprised. "Which one is Skeleton?" Prince smiled lightly. "You have to beat us first before we will talk" As there were participating yers from other districts, this battle attracted quite a number of spectators from other districts. At this moment, the number of spectators online had hit more than 8 million. It was amazing for an invitational battle to attract such a high level of attention. "If we beat you guys, will hee? Is this guy so afraid of losing?" Zha Rang quipped, using amon phrase in CT. ying this round was like beating primary school students, and there was not much suspense. "So much talk, fight us before you talk so much." Thementary area online was already full of quarrels. Old Deer made his analysis based on the situation, while Ailun analysed the situation based on the data avable. For this battle, the two of them had the same stance. Comparing mecha, the two parties were about the same, both used the standard high-end models. Comparing abilities, because of the addition of three external helpers, both teams seemed very bnced. Also, on Earths team, there were Prince and Hammer, who fought well together. They had won the title of best partners for two consecutive years in the Sr System. Countless people were already screaming for the battle to start, they were very enthusiastic. In the first five minutes of the battle, it was difficult to predict who had the upper hand. However, everything began to shatter when the opponents started showing their power. Immediately, the score was 2 to 0. Old Deer and Ailun were prepared to show off their grasp of the details in thispetition, but the pace of the battle was just too quick. The two of them were at loss for words. There was nothing fancy about the battle style. The style of the citizens of Locke was very clear C they simply oppressed their opponents. Whatever knowledge the members of Earth had, these individuals also possessed. However, what differentiated them was their high level of mastery. On the other hand, whatever knowledge the members of Earth did not have, the individuals of Locke had that as well! This waspounded by the fact that they also had a high level of mastery. So based simply on the battle situation, there was not much to be amazed about. It seemed as though the opponent would win in such a scenario as the battle progressed. The people from Locke were rxed and chatting. Laughter could also be hearding from their mecha. They were not even taking this battle seriously. It was too pathetic. This oue was unexpected. This team line-up may not have been the strongest in the Sr System, but it was definitely the strongest line-up that could be assembled within this time period. The key point was, this was the level of ability of the Sr System. After the battle ended, everyone was discussing the reason for the loss, what went wrong and what should have been done to have secured victory. IQ Suppression from the Lockes Star team could not hold back hisughter, and heughed not only loudly but also mockingly. "Are you guys kidding me? Look at the level of ability of the Sr System C you guys are just third rate. You really thought that we were here to take a look at your abilities? Please stop joking. Get Skeleton toe out and let us finish beating you. What a bunch of pigs." Old Deer and Ailun looked at each other. They were at loss for words. IQ Suppressions tone could not even be considered sarcastic, he simply did not mince his words. His words had shocked awake a group of people from their wishful thinking. Even Old Deer and Ailun subconsciously ignored his words. The gap between the abilities of the regions was too wide. How wide was it? It was so big a gap that one would even be willing to look at it. Old Deer looked at Ailun. "Hey, Ailun, as an officer of the Skeleton Corps, in this situation, where is Skeleton? Dont tell me hes scared." Ailun grit his teeth. Old Deer was trying to pull a fast one. He knew that he was just riling him up, but at this moment, even though he knew that it was a trap, he had no other choice but to fall into it. He could not retreat. "Skeleton will definitelye." "When is your definitely? The Lockes Star team has already fought all the way to your front door." Old Deer pressed harder. Ailun had no idea either. He could not contact Skeleton at all. At this moment, Yan Xiaosu and An Mei were enjoying a passionate summer vacation together. He did not expect An Mei to have so many close girlfriends, this allowed Xiaosu the chance to show off. He enjoyed himself so much that he forgot about his work. "Damn it, this is a sh*tty fight. What is wrong? Wang Zheng? Eh? Wang Zheng???" Zhang Shan was very upset. He could not stand it. Who gave these Lockes Star citizens the courage to be so arrogant? Sh*t. When Earth existed, they werent even born yet. This was, after all, the home ground of the Sr System. Furthermore, it was not only just the Earthlings who could not tolerate those words. Even the people of the Moon and the Martians could not tolerate it. These outsiders were insulting them on their own territory. This battle would only escte in intensity as time passed. To them, the key point was that these people would not be allowed to leave after being so arrogant! Arge number of high level yers volunteered for another battle, swearing that if they did not beat the Lockes Star team, they would not be human. "Boss,customer service is barely handling the flood of requests. The Moon region is requesting to send their champion team to fight." Xiao Ya said. Ever since Solon told her not to wear any revealing clothes, she had switched to wearing tight-fitting clothes. Her impressive cleavage was very distracting. Solon looked at Xiao Ya. This woman was a little weird. He was originally going to fire her, but he could not. She had a strong background supporting her. Seeing Solon fall silent, Xiao Ya revealed a look of indignation. "Boss, dont you want to contact Skeleton? If not, I can also contact him. I think that it is easier for girls tomunicate with him." Solon took one look at Xiao Ya. "Did you undergo breast augmentation?" Xiao Ya was stunned. "Boss, are you joking? Im..." This was not a question to be discussed in the office, especially when the boss was clearly very stressed.. "Go out, well wait." Solon said lightly. He was waiting. Although he had managed to get some high level yers from the Sr System region to join the team, they still had no chance of winning. Solon was very clear that this was the strongest team he could muster on such short notice. It was just that he did not expect the opponent to be so strong and that they would beat them without mercy. But wasnt this attempt just another desperate decision on his behalf? He had no other way. This was the only method Solon could use to force Skeleton out. And at another ce on Earth. Luo Fei was very surprised as he looked at Lear. "This? Boss, what happened today? Youre letting me watch a battle?" Luo Fei actually wanted to say "Boss, did you take the wrong medicine, or did you actually forgot to take your medicine?" but when the words reached his mouth, he swallowed them down. If he were to voice his thoughts aloud, he would definitely be the one eating some form of medicine... "Damn it, this team sucks. Let me go up and beat them!" Fatty said arrogantly. Every time he was alone, Fatty acted very heroically, as though the only opponent that deserved to challenge him was the universe itself! "Wait and youll know," Lear said lightly. Seeing Lear so serious, Fatty did not dare to be proud. He quickly sat up properly. Even though he did not know the level of Lears true ability, if he wanted him to watch the battle seriously... especially when it was CT, Luo Fei was stunned and a little confused. Skeleton? He seemed to have heard of him somewhere C he heard that he yed well. When did Lear start being interested in this kind of stuff? It seemed like many people were looking forward to his appearance, but the guy had yet to appear. Hong... (Sounds of explosion) The door was kicked open. "Hes here, hes here, Boss!" Solon immediately stood up and waved his fist fiercely. "Make an announcement immediately. F*ck it, its time to kill them." Solon could not help bursting into foulnguage. Ever since he became the boss of the Sr System region, Solon thought that his life wasplete. Yet it seemed as though there was someone who did not want him to live toofortably. The number of live viewers online had dropped below 2 million. Those who had not left were most likely paid viewers. Solon just waited quietly, 5...4...3...2...1... "Boss, 10 million!" In just that few minutes, the number of live viewers rose rapidly. The rate of increase was like the explosion of a. Zha Rang and his team also realized that the main character was finally here. Once they beat him, their mission would beplete. They really did not want to waste too much time in a ce like this. Except even they were quite curious at this point. The number of viewers had exceeded 10 million instantaneously at just the appearance of that one person. This was indeed too exaggerated. They heard that the Sr System had arge poption, looks like it was true. Ailun adjusted his bow tie and stood up. "Ladies and gentlemen, the official battle is starting. What you are going to witness soon will be the beating of the kids from Lockes Star!" "You can walk past, but you cannot miss this. Little Kiddo Skeleton has finally appeared. Dont be shy, everyone was waiting for you." Old Deer did not change his style of teasing. He was getting into the rhythm of things. After all, they were all counting on Skeleton to turn the tables. He thought in his heart that the people of Locke were too stupid. If they had not riled them up, Skeleton might have left them some face. Now all they had to do was sit and wait. Chapter 225: Violence Chapter 225: Violence Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Of course, the Citizens of Locke did not need Old Deer to give them any face. This was the main point of their mission. Lear watched quietly. He knew that that person would definitelye. Some things may seem to be out of ones control, but with enough sincerity, things would magically fall into ce... This would definitely be interesting. Everyone waited for Skeleton to choose his team mates. If it was the first two rounds of battle, Ice Wall and the team might not have listened to Skeleton. They were all high level yers from various regions. It would be difficult to say who would be the one to choose their teammates. However, they had just lost so badly that they already had nothing to say. Sr Systems team: Skeleton, Prince, Hammer, MATA, Ice Wall ROOM from Mars was reced. This guy fought too fiercely and too arrogantly for his level of ability. ROOM was very upset at being reced, but he dared not say anything. After all, this was the rule set by Solon for this invitational tournament. In the CT world, you could offend anyone, but one ought to never offend Solon considering his position. However, ROOM still felt dissatisfied. Could the tables turn with just the addition of one new member? Sr System team: Skeleton (Earth), Prince (Earth), Ice Wall (Moon), MATA (CaragalRepublic), Hammer (Earth) Lockes Star team: Zha Rang, Piglet, Helpless Thousand Army, IQ Suppression, Solo Wind. "Skeleton, we are fighting side by side again. We have to teach those rascals a lesson. They are too arrogant." Prince could not stop himself from speaking. "It is my honor." "Skeleton, how should I cooperate with Ice Wall?" MATA asked. Residents of Caragal were rtively easygoing. This was also a an important battle. So long as they could win, he was open to suggestions. "Just fight as normal. Look for chances to exploit," Wang Zheng said. At this moment, the big screen suddenly went dark. In the office, Solon sat with his legs propped upfortably. He even lit up a cigar. No matter which battle it was, Solon enjoyed the battles with Skeleton as he believed in him with all his heart. This was his pride, the one thing worth celebrating in his career. Was he superstitious? Even if he was superstitious, so what? If Skeleton lost, they would be doomed together. It was not a big deal. This was simply life. At this moment, the number of viewers for the live broadcast was already up to 15 million. Almost all of them were support from various regions in the Sr System. Obviously, the citizens of Locke were not interested in watching, even though they had their own people participating. However, other than Earth from the Sr System, there was arge number of viewers from Mars, the Moon, and Caragal. There were more than 5 million of them. For a non-homeground battle, this was unprecedented. Even though the total number of viewers did not break the record, it was already very impressive. "A ck screen? Are you kidding me? Are we returning to the prehistoric era?" "What the heck, how can they have a technical failure at this time?" Suddenly, out of the darkness a shot of mes burst out. It felt as though the silence was broken. In just a moment, the zing mes spread and the Skeleton Corps fiery skeleton g appeared on the screen. Yao Ailun was screaming. The battle had not started and he was already high. Old Deer, who was beside him, could not resist. "Calm down, calm down. Be professional, be professional!" "Old Deer, dont resist anymore! Lets put down aside our differences for the moment. Now we have to unite against the citizens of Locke and beat them. Well let them know what true strength is!" Old Deer did not know whether to cry orugh. This young rascal dared to lecture him, but he did not mind. The first two battles were too pathetic, so they could not lose anymore. In his fights against Skeleton, Skeleton had never lost, and he had even been humiliated. But this time around, on behalf of the grand audience, he would let things slide. "Both parties have entered mecha selection. Oh my, what am I seeing? The opponent has banned the Wargod No. 1 and the Hercules!" Overconfident and too arrogant C in the first two battles, the Lockes Star team did not ban any mecha, and this time they banned the two most useless ones. It was obvious that they did not want to give Skeleton an advantage. Zha Rangs lips curled into a sneer. Their purpose in this trip was to beat Skeleton when he was using the Jungle Scamper. Wargod No. 1? Hercules? That was simply a joke and it was an insult to the citizens of Locke. The citizens of Locke would not be afraid even if someone used Antis mecha. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, did not care. Since the opponent wanted it to be this way, they ought to be very confident. This felt just right. Exactly the way he wanted it to be. Wang Zheng chose the Jungle Scamper without hesitation. Prince and the rest of the team chose the mech that they were best at. After all, they were professional yers. They tried to choose the mecha that could help the Jungle Scamper mitigate damage and assist it. Seeing that their goal was achieved, Zha Rang and his team smiled and chose their mecha. At Lockes Research Institute, they knew at least one way to counter each type of mech. In this world, in this universe, there was a truth that would never change: everything possessed a strength and everything possessed a weakness. But.... At this point, everyone had noticed a big problem: The battle scene chosen was the same as the one the Immortal Barbarians had chosen previouslyC the "Battle to the End". The Lockes Star teams mecha were the same as what the Immortal Barbarians had chosen as well. This was an outright provocation. The battle started. This time, Wang Zheng no longer needed time to adjust. Although he had not yed for quite some time, his muscle memory seemed to have improved. He felt a strange sense of familiarity. This was not only because of his own ability. It most likely also had something to do with him achieving the second level of the Primordial Regression Technique. He had absolutely no difficulty in controlling the mech. This was why Wang Zheng had stopped frequenting CT. Other than providing him some chances to familiarise himself with the different mecha, it served no purpose for his training. The safety timer had ended. 10 mecha engines sounded loudly. They all revved their engines at the same time. The battle was about to start. Hammer and Prince were the vanguard. No matter the sacrifice, they had to protect the Jungle Scamper as it got into range for closebat. Wang Zheng smiled. "Prince, Hammer, you guys dont have to protect me." Hammer and Prince were stunned, then at the same time they gave him some space. It was obvious that they still respected Skeleton. Ice Wall and MATA, on the other hand, were a little worried. But this was not their home ground after all. They were just here to help, hence they did not say anything. Hong Hong Hong Hong.... (Sounds of engines revving) 10 mecha marched in together, their energy shields activated and theirsers roaring. Whoever consumed less energy would possess the initiative. No one wanted to be beaten back. Zha Rang piloted the Jungle Scamper. This was one of the simpler mecha he had used in CT. Honestly, there were not many controls for the Jungle Scamper and it was notplex to pilot for him. However, in reality, the Jungle Scamper was very difficult to drive, yet Zha Rang could already pilot it well. As a result, piloting the mech in CT was simplicity itself. He would beat his opponent until he was unrecognisable and until he would never dare to use the Jungle Scamper again. Wang Zhengs Jungle Scamper was naturally a target. However, he still did not activate his energy shield. If there were too many enemies, it might have posed a threat, but five people was not a problem to him. The entire battlefield could be clearly seen in Wang Zhengs mind. Usually, a mech pilot would need some time to adjust to the view provided by the mech. Wang Zheng was different, he felt as though he could grasp the world in his hands. The rumbling roar of thesers was dulled as they approached Wang Zheng. The Jungle Scamper kept leaping about, transforming and disrupting the enemies focus. At the same time, he counterattacked using his ownsers. Very often, Wang Zheng returned fire in the midst of the mechs transformation. At first, Prince and the team were still a little worried about the situation. However, after seeing Skeletons performance, their confidence was boosted. Skeletons Jungle Scamper attracted most of the attention. At this moment, Prince and the team who was oppressed could finally show off their ability. Zha Rangs attacks missed continuously and he was surprised. It was nothing to be angry about. What interested him was how Skeleton continued to move around. He truly did possess some skill; he could move well in both the demi-beast mode and in beast mode. Even the steps he took in the beast mode were well-calcted and precise, dodging every shot of his. He was indeed quite the slippery target. Looks like Earth did have someone with ability. This was not a wasted trip! The two Jungle Scampers moved confidently, suddenly advancing towards each other. Both entered each others shooting range and changed from beast to demi-beast mode almost simultaneously, raising their Lightning Javelins. Everyones eyes widened. Yao Ailuns small eyes had already squinted into a line akin to an electrical wire. He believed that his eyes were squinted so tight that they could even act as a ruler! "Zha Rangs Jungle Scamper is moving rtively quicker." "Skeletons recoil seems to be a bit exaggerated." Hong... (sounds of explosion) The instant Zha Rang fired his Lightning Javelin, he transformed back into the beast mode of the Jungle Scamper. Between his actions was only a slight pause, and in that very instant, he jumped to the side. A ploy, this was a ploy! The rapid movements made the Jungle Scamper unpredictable like a cheetah in the jungle. Every the Lockes Star team members carried faint smiles on their faces. This was the smile of absolute confidence. No one would help Zha Rang. The captain was more than capable enough to destroy their target. They would be beating the other opponents as practice. Weng... (A buzzing sound) "This is not good!" Old Deer could not hold back and said, "Skeletons movements seem to be a bit more exaggerated. Is he getting nervous?" When people got nervous, their movements would berger and more obvious as they panicked. The moment the Lightning Javelin was thrown out, it would travel in a very small arc due to the effect of gravity. Even new yers would know that. The Lightning Javelins tutorial had reminded yers that one ought to maintain a steady throw for the javelin to fly straight. This was the easiest way tond a hit. In truth, the designer of the Lightning Javelin lmew that it was possible to throw the Lightning Javelin in an arc, but it was difficult to do so... Hong... The instant it was thrown out, Skeletons Jungle Scamper did not retreat, but switched to the beast mode and advanced. Zeng... In the blink of an eye, a Lightning Javelin wasunched by Wang Zheng. Meanwhile, Zha Rang on the other side was still moving about unpredictably.... Hong.... The Lightning Javelin arced miraculously in the air and hit him. His Jungle Scamper had jumped to the side. It should have been able to avoid the shot, yet he was hit directly! It lost its bnce and flipped to the side. Zha Rang was a high level yer, so even though the mech was shaking, he was still in total control. The engine roared and he steadied and regained the bnce of the mech. Zeng zeng... (vibration sounds) Wang Zhengs Jungle Scamper had already switched to the demi beast mode. Without the energy shields on, he could move more freely and quickly. In an instant, two Lightning Javelins appeared. What...what was this rhythm? Weng.....Weng.... (sounds of guns being thrown) Two javelins were thrown out, then Skeletons Jungle Scamper had already moved towards the other opponents. Even Zha Rang could not stay calm anymore and rage burned in his eyes. Who did this guy think he was? If he could not avoid that dumb projectile, he would retire in shame already! Hong.... (Sounds of explosion) Suddenly, there was an explosion in mid-air. A second Lightning Javelin had followed the path of the first Lightning Javelin, hitting its tail. ording to legends, in ancient times, a good archer or javelin thrower could shoot arrows that followed the tail of previous arrows and throw javelins following the tail of previous javelins respectively. Those who could perform such feats would be given the title of "Revered One" as a form of honor. But wasnt this just a legend?! Hong.... (Sounds of explosion) The first Lightning Javelin suddenly hit him. Zha Rangs reaction to the javelin was right, but he had estimated the time to dodge wrongly! Hong.... (Sounds of explosion) Zha Rangs energy shield exploded into pieces. At the same time, the right side of his mech was heavily damaged. Zha Rangs first reaction was to retreat. Chapter 226: Time for the Real Show! Chapter 226: Time for the Real Show! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas What he did not know was that at this moment, Prince had already used all his effort to follow Skeleton into battle. Even if he had to take a few hits, he still wanted to be the one destroying Zha Rang. Prince came to fame because of his One-Two Combo. He flew straight for Zha Rangs head. In the previous round, that was what Zha Rang did to him. "Im here to finish the fight. Die!" If Zha Rang was not injured, Prince had no chance, but at this moment... Zha Rangs Jungle Scamper reacted quickly and attempted to hide. Even though it was not a fatal hit, that move of his had affected his mech with its electromaic disturbance. What rubbish. This One-Two Combo could have been dealt with with a single kick if he was fine, but now... he could only watch on nkly. Hong.... Prince did not hold back andunched a direct kick to the head of Zha Rangs Jungle Scamper, destroying him. Of course, because of his over excitement, he got hit by a few shots in retaliation and his energy shield dipped dangerously low. But at this point, Hammer had arrived. He was the best support yer in the Earth region! Hammers slogan was: Fire away at me! At the same time, Ice Wall and MATA had been killed. While the overall battle situation was still not looking good for the Sr System Team, everyones confidence levels had risen to new levels. So what if some people had died? The other members of the Lockes Star team were also shocked. Their team leader had actually gotten killed within seconds of appearing. This was like a dream. Old Deer could not hold back ament. It was really too scary. The Jungle Scamper piloted by Skeleton,pared to thest time, appeared to belong to two different levels. If one wanted to fight against Skeleton, one really should not let him use such a mech. Killing Zha Rang did not affect Wang Zheng much. Opposite him, Solo Wind charged towards Hammer and Prince. He alone was enough to handle two damaged mecha. The other three were already surrounding Wang Zheng. Piglet, IQ Suppression, and Helpless Thousand Army maintained a triangr formation. Zha Rangs death had infuriated them, but they could still maintain proper formation at the moment of battle. Such battle habits could only be achieved through tough training. "Thousand Army, restrict his movements, dont let him use his Lightning Javelin easily!" IQ Suppression said. The three of them were not anxious to attack. They spread themselves out to decrease the amount of space for Wang Zhengs Jungle Scamper. The Lightning Javelin needed a little time to gather enough energy for continuous use. For high level yers, this was a weakness. It was also an opportunity for them to deal a fatal blow. The moment Skeleton dared to use his Lightning Javelin, at this distance, he would definitely suffer a fierce beating from the three of them during the reload. On the other side, Solo Wind had already killed Prince and Hammer. This guy was just showing off his ability. Prince and Hammers energy shields were already useless. Even though they hit Solo Wind, they could only weaken his energy shield. Prince and Hammer were helpless. They had tried their best. They wanted to fight for a little while longer, but they could not. This guys ability to pilot was like a st of wind, it was furious and exceptionally strong, to the point that they felt like vomiting blood at their own inability! Wang Zhengs Jungle Scamper swapped to beast mode to increase the distance quickly. This was the advantage of the beast mode, it could move very well. Swiftly, he shot his Lightning Javelin out again. Hong.... (Sounds of explosion) "Sh*t, Thousand Army, are you stupid? Dont block!" IQ Suppression said furiously. They gave chase to the best of their abilities. Even if it was the Scout, its speed could notpare to the beast mode of the Jungle Scamper. In the end, Wang Zhengs Jungle Scamper managed to draw away from them. Thousand Army gritted his teeth helplessly. He tried to avoid the javelin, but he had almost gotten hit. As soon as his opponents rxed a little, Wang Zheng immediately shot another Lightning Javelin at them. In this mountainous environment, the Jungle Scamper moved as though it was on t ground. Zha Rang shouted anxiously, but to no avail. He had already died. A dead persons words could not be heard by his teammates. Solo Wind moved stealthily and prepared to attack from the back. Suddenly, the Jungle Scamper jumped backwards, flipped, and switched to the half-beast mode. Solo Wind got a shock and his first reaction was not to attack but to dodge; however.... Hong.... (Sounds of explosion) Sparks flew everywhere! Solo Wind removed his touch sensor and could not resist swearing. Sh*t! He should not have tried to dodge the move, he should have rushed forward. By attempting to dodge, he had increased the distance between them. He not only became a moving target board, but at the same time, he allowed the opponents Lightning Javelin to unleash all its power as it reached its optimal range. On the other hand, after killing Solo Wind in one strike, the Jungle Scamper moved like a spirit and looked for its next target. It was not affected at all by its kill. Thousand Army and the other two were helpless. They could neither hit him nor catch up to him. "st him! I dont believe that he will dare to handle the fire power from all three of us!" Just as IQ Suppression was ready to use theser gun, Wang Zhengs Jungle Scamper suddenly rushed towards the three of them like a hurricane. "Haha, hes taking the bait. Brothers, lets kill him!" IQ Suppression roared. The three of them turned their beam sabers towards the Jungle Scamper and rushed towards it. At this moment, it was toote even if he wanted to escape. This was IQ Suppressions pride! Zha Rang and Solo Wind let out approving shouts. This strategy of letting the Jungle Scamper loose in order to capture him was executed too beautifully! People who focused on the details would be more likely to fall for such ploys. However, Skeletons Jungle Scamper had no intention of retreating. A pair of Lightning Javelins appeared in his two hands. The javelins were fully charged. At this moment, his three opponents were already approaching him. But... the Jungle Scamper looked as though it was holding two guns in its hands..... The two Lightning Javelins started to spin, carrying explosive electric energy. Maybe it was the spinning that made them look especially scary. Wang Zheng did not need the energy reserves of the energy shield. He poured all of the mechs energy reserves into the Lightning Javelins. A good mech was different, it had a higher energy reserve. If Old Deer was not an Earthling, he would have definitely screamed, "Brothers, run!" Helpless Thousand Army and Piglet were at the forefront, while IQ Suppressiongged behind a little to preserve energy. As long as Helpless Thousand Army and Piglet could restrict the opponent, he could use the opportunity to kill his opponent, regardless if he had an energy shield or not. Helpless Thousand Army rushed towards the Jungle Scamper. They closed in, one from the left and one from the right. The half-beast mode was rubbish in close-ranged fights. You idiot, you thought that using two spinning toothpicks was enough to scare people? Hong.... (Sounds of explosion) The Jungle Scamper moved only when the two mecha had reached him. When he was not moving, he seemed like an indomitable mountain. When he moved, it was like a bolt of lightning! In an instant, two Lightning Javelins shot out. The whole ce was quiet. IQ Suppression had a huge shock from the sight and froze halfway. Having more people was not suppression! Being fancy was not suppression either! One move! The pair of Lightning Javelins broke through the defensive energy shields and pierced the mecha. The beam sabers of the two people were just a few centimeters from the Jungle Scampers head C they just needed to move down a little bit more and he would have died. It was a pity that they would never have that chance. Even though both of their energy shields were iplete, the Lightning Javelin was a long ranged weapon, so it was mediocre in close-ranged attacks. But they had forgotten about the physical and electromaic damage brought about via the violent rotational force applied to the javelin. Yao Ailun could only grind his teeth to suppress his excitement. He was thementator, but it was not time to scream yet. Skeleton possessed such impressive finger strength and control, and he was so calm. Hong.... Among the fierce sparks, a Jungle Scamper in beast mode emerged and rushed towards IQ Suppression like a predatory beast. Almost without hesitation, IQ Suppressions Fanged Scout retreated quickly. Wang Zhengs movements just now had consumed a certain amount of energy. He could not catch up to him by just chasing. He switched to the half-beast mode again and took out the Lightning Javelin. IQ Suppression felt an eerie coldness at his neck and his hair stood. Oh no! His energy shield fully activated and he had the idea to turn his mech to the side to avoid the blow. Yet suddenly, unknowingly but instinctively, he stopped the Fang Scout and crossed his arms in front of his chest. ...He had no intention of dodging. Hong.... The Lightning Javelin hit urately, but because of theck of distance, and that he had blocked the move decisively, the energy shield actually held on and was not destroyed. This definitely was the smartest decision IQ Suppression had made in this battle. At this moment, some of the high level yers had already discovered some clues as to what had actually happened. The instant that the Lightning Javelin was thrown out was actually slow and almost exaggerated. The initial movement was just a feint. The opponent, upon seeing the Jungle Scamper attacking, would try to dodge the javelin at the first instant. If so, he had fallen for the ploy, allowing them to get hit as Skeleton readjusted the aim of the shot! This feint had just seemed too realistic! Almost all of the users of the Jungle Scamper had made a mistake. They wanted to throw the Lightning Javelin as fast as possible. This was actually wrong. The speed of the throw was not important. What was important was the uracy of the throw! Using the momentum gained from blocking the move, IQ Suppression desperately rushed for high ground. He wanted to replenish his energy reserves. This was one of the biggest advantages of such a map. Lockes Star citizens never admitted defeat. Even if it was a slim chance, they would grab it. This was a mark of their professionalism! He could make it, he could still make it! Both sides werepeting in speed. All of the viewers were holding their breath. They could not let him replenish his energy reserves. If he did, this guy would shamelessly stay on the high ground and rely on the energy resupply station and bombard Skeleton without worry. This way, it was possible that he could drag the fight by half an hour to an hour. Then the battle would turn into a joke. And this time, IQ Suppression moved quickly. The key was that he managed to make a correct judgement on the strike just now. Only five meters left! IQ Suppression gritted his teeth and used all his strength to force himself forward. Finally, he entered the energy supply station! Using the advantages of height and having energy supplies, he could continue to fight! One hand of the mech had already touched the maic energy circle and started replenishing his reserves. The energy shield, which had fallen to 5%, immediately increased to 10% and was progressing towards 15%. IQ Suppression could not hold back hisughter. He gambled and he had won. At this time, a loud exmation seemed to have travelled to IQ Suppressions ears, and it was not from the mech, but from the outside. There was someone screaming... It could only be his team mates.... As he turned his head, a sh of light bloomed in front of him. Hong... (Sounds of explosion) OVER! A hit, full power! The Fanged Scout died instantly at the energy resupply station. Cool! Lockes Star Team, destroyed! Everyone was excited. In front of everyrge screen on Earth, people waved their fists and let out exuberant shouts. Run, run, run. Even if you escape to the ends of Earth, you also have to die! The outstanding shot just now killed the opponent directly at the energy supply station. "Wahahaha, who told you guys to be so arrogant? You guys dared to ban the use of the Wargod No. 1 and the Hercules! Serves you right!" "Youre this weak and you dare to be arrogant on Earth? Overconfident!" Ice Wall and MATA also felt fear. Actually, when they were part of the audience, they only felt that the fight was exciting and exquisite. They could not understand the kind of oppression the yers felt. Only those in the battle could truly understand how terrifying this team of Lockes Star citizens was. Even so, they had no way of retaliating against Skeleton. Skeleton had an almost god-like understanding of his mech. Chapter 227: Support Chapter 227: Support Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In the CT circle, only the matches between the high ranking yers would be considered exciting. As for low ranked battles, there would asionally be hype, but that was due to the opponent being too weak thus resulting in opportunities for ster performances. Once it reached the expert level, even if one was defeated, there was no opportunity for one to show off their skill. Unless, of course, it was inevitable. IQ was obviously prepared to suppress Skeleton from long range and hang on till the end of the match. Although he was so close to victory, the opponent had managed to use him to show off their own abilities. Even though this javelin did not require the technical subtlety that defeated Zha Rang, the visual effect of it was really too stunning. Everyone originally thought that this match would be dragged into a slow brawl to the finish, especially when IQ Suppression had reached the energy resupply station. However, just as he saw a glimmer of hope, he was ruthlessly crushed. The Devil King, Skeleton, had crushed him! Prince and Hammer looked at each other. They knew the oue, but even professional yers would not have thought that the oue would be like this. "Old Deer, dont you feel particrly sad seeing this scene?" Unlike the Goddess Bubbly, Yao Ailun was not as amiable. Old Deerughed faintly. "Hehe, the kids of Locke have clearly underestimated the strength of Skeleton. Its a bit of a pity that we have lost to a score of one to two in this exchange match. Skeleton should have appeared earlier." Yao Ailun was startled for a moment. This idiot was indeed a rival, always able to find all sorts of high-sounding reasons. "Really, you think that the kids of Locke will let it go at this point?" Student Ailunughed craftily, the little eyes behind his spectacles shining with wisdom. "...They wouldnt be that stupid, right?" Old Deer was in a daze. Zha Rang and the rest were also in the middle of an endless argument. Even though they had won the game, they had failed the mission, especially with how they were being suppressed instead. That was intolerable. "IQ, what the hell were you doing, being hit even while you were in the energy supply station!?" "God damn it, how was I supposed to know that he had not given up? I only let my guard down for that tiny little bit!" IQ had to suffer in silence. He really did rx for the brief moment he got in touch with the supply station, but that was how all normal people would have reacted. Who knew that that freak still had not given up and would even manage to hit urately? That was absolutely at the limit of the Lightning Javelins effective range. "Zha Rang, what were you doing? How could you straight up be dispatched by Skeleton the moment you went up?" Piglet also could not help but to grumble at the leader. If Zha Rang had not been killed right after he went up, they would not have been forced into such a passive position. Zha Rang had nothing to say. It was a fact that the opponent had a stronger understanding of the Jungle Scamper than him, especially the part where he could even fire from the back. This was very rare even on Lockes Star. "Stop ming our leader, that person cannot be judged using the standards of Earth. Such precise pre-judgment, coupled with the ability to use the rear-end gun, he would likewise be regarded as one of the few experts if ced on Locke," Solo Wind said. Solo Winds strength in fighting duels was unparalleled, and this was understood by the individuals here. If he said that a mistake was made, it was the case that everyone had also made a mistake. "So are we or are we not going to fight? Dont tell me that we are going to go back dejectedly?" Piglet said. This was not an issue about the money, as failing the mission meant that their credibility would also be affected. Especially for those who were defeated in the Earth region, others would not know the actual situation and would only look down on them even more. How would it be possible for them to continue to receive high-end missions in the future? "Heck, we cannot just let this go. Solo Wind, I will be your support, we will challenge them 2 v 2!" Zha Rang said. Solo Wind had the mostprehensive strength in fighting duels, while Zha Rang was the best at judging the overall situation and battlefield control. This was also why he was the leader. Of course, his strength in fighting duels was also not weak; however, over at Lockes side, he was the number 1 ranked support yer. Once supported by him, even a pig would be a godly pig! "Hehe, Boss is really ying for real now, hell yeah!" Zha Rang rarely chose to support, as the key thing was that there were rarely people who were qualified enough for him to be their support. It was evident that Zha Rang was really furious this time around. "Crap, Boss, this guy is too fanciful. What a waste that he does not perform acrobatics." Luo Feiughed while he ate. A trace of grimughter appeared at the corner of Lears mouth. Initially, ording to his assessment, if it was a victory, it would be a miserable victory. But who knew that he would be able to show off in this way? It was evident that his strength had gone up one notch from the previous time. The speed of improvement of this guy was way too fast. He had done so much work only to realise that he was helping his opponent instead. To be honest, with Lears current status, it was not worthwhile for him to spend so much effort on such a person. As for that previous match, Lear had already gotten over it. Lets not talk about CT, even losing in the real world would not matter. The important thing was not about winning or losing but rather if the goal could be achieved. But from time to time, Lear kept wanting to do something else. Perhaps it was to adjust his mood. Yet at this time, it seemed he was unable to do so. "Boss, this guy is pretty good at rotating things; it resembles your strength a little. But he is merely ying with it in the virtual world." Luo Fei did not forget to boot-lick. It also could not really count as boot-licking, as Lears strength was unfathomable. One did not know how far he was willing to go. He was always thinking about more far-reaching interests and goals. The Spiral Art. It was the household secret kept within the Cronos family. It was a move that derived from Gongfa, hence it was the very reason why the Cronos family was able to stand invincible. This was not just some flowery move with fancy footwork, this was passed down from an era that went against the natural order. Those wrists and fingers strength techniques were easy to execute when one cultivated the Spiral Art. Just like what Student Ailun said, which was actually also what was on everyones minds, the people of Locke had indeed issued a demand for another battle, wanting to change it to three wins in five rounds, to give the people on Earth a chance to be sincerely convinced of their defeat. Xiao Ya had already brought up the freshly brewed dinosaur coffee. "Boss, you truly have incredible foresight. Skeleton really came, and he is so awesome! How I wish I could meet him once. In fact, they say that you are the only one who would be able to get in touch with him." Solon took a faint look at this woman who was full of charm. To be honest, he had not hardened his heart to fire her all this while, because it allowed him to feast his eyes on her. It also could be considered scenery. This woman usually did her work well with her best effort, but to this point, Solon knew something was not right. This was not just pure curiosity, it appeared to have other motives. "Yes, perhaps there will be a chance. You may leave," Solon said smilingly. After Xiao Ya left, Solon immediately called the human resources department using his Skylink. "Get me another secretary. As for the rest, you guys handle it!" As a businessman, generally speaking, amiability attracted riches. However, if anyone tries to touch his bottom line, it would be an entirely different matter. When it came to things about the CTpany, he still had the authority to speak. If they really wanted to use force, they would have to bring him down first. Regardless of what background the other party came from, it would not be so easy to touch the chairman of the Sr System region. Luo Fei was actually not interested in such games; however, Lear was, and thus he apanied him. He also did not think that Lear would care much about these games. It only caused people to have high expectations of themselves and little in the way of abilities. It was not fun at all. Lear put down his Skylink and his expression was a little yful. Forrgepanies, especially intersterpanies, if they wanted to take root on Earth, it was a must to go through the Cronos family. It was a behemoth which no one would be usually willing to offend, but this time around it was actually unexpected. Solon had actually fired someone whom he had arranged for. He had really underestimated this person, and it was a pretty bold move. After pondering for a bit, Lear decided to ignore this matter. He would not invest anymore resources in it. After all, the Cronos family was not the first and foremost family in the Milky Way. But if he thought about it, he had already been defeated quite a few times by this person. After suppressing the slight difort, the second round ofpetition begun. At this moment, the number of VIP viewers of the CT live broadcast once again exceeded 20 million. For the previous time, there was the support of audience from the Immortal Barbarian and Norton regions. And this time around, the Lockes Star region did not have much contribution. 99% were from the Sr System region, and this was absolutely a magnificent and unprecedented event. And this time around, the mode of challenge was also very special, 2 v 2. The opponent sent out Zha Rang and Solo Wind for the battle, and Zha Rangs role for the battle was as the support, while Solo Wind was the main attacker. This mode wasmonly seen in military colleges. A team of two was the smallest, most effectivebination. As long as the two people cooperated, they would be able to unleash the strongest attack possible. Before this, the military also tried out numerous other teambinations, such as having two attackers and etc. However, none was as effective as thisbination. It was safe, but at the same time it also guaranteed persistent destructive power. In theter periods, there were 2-person teams, 5-person teams, and 12-person teambinations that were gradually formed. There was continuous study as to which type ofbination would be able to exert the most power. Each country had its own thinking; however, in terms of 2-person teams, there was not much argument, one main attacker and one supporter was the bestbination. "Now for thetest information, Zha Rang is the number 1 ranked support yer in the Lockes Star region. Looks like he is set out to y for real. Lets see if he is fiercer at his attack or his defense." Old Deer had already obtained first-hand information on the opponents. This was an aspect which Student Ailun was still not able topete on. Now the wave was leaning all to one side, as they had already proved their ability in 1 v 1. However, there would be even less of an advantage for their opponent during a 2 v 2. They would definitely hold the upper hand in such a fight. Student Ailun adjusted his spectacles. "Dear viewers, it is undeniable that the people of Lockes Star underestimated their opponent a little in the previous round. This round will be the beginning of the real show! At the same time, this is also the time for them to witness our real strength!" "Skeleton, I will be your support!" Hammer said. He was considerably confident about this, and there were not many choices either. Prince and the others also expressed their agreement, and they knew that this time around the opponent would definitely ban the Jungle Scamper. The enemy was arrogant during thest battle, but this time, they were out to win at all costs. Sometimes it was also apetition on the depth of understanding of mecha, and the people of Locke were indeed capable in this aspect. "What do you say, do you think they will ban the Hercules, the Wargod No. 1, and the Jungle Scamper, all of them?" Unaware of who said such a sentence, everyone was shocked. Three could be banned in one game, this... Up till now, Skeleton had not used any other mecha, and the number of games he yed was extremely low. There might be no time for him to adapt to something new... Wang Zheng suddenlyughed. "Prince, lets y one game together. You will be the main attacker, while I will be your support." Prince was stunned. "...Me?" If it was any other situation, Prince would be full of confidence. Yet this time he would be the main attacker and Skeleton would be the support??? "This, will it work?" "I trust you, and again, you have already defeated him once just now." Wang Zhengughed. The opponent could not y anymore new tricks, but Wang Zheng did not want to miss such an opportunity for practice. The fiercer the opponent, the better it was. Whats more, he felt that during IG, there were too many choices for the main attacker. Lear, Achilles, the twin Geminis of the Lie Family, and Raston, all of them were fierce individuals. No matter what, he felt that he ought to first understand the situation of the support-type mecha before deciding on what else to do. "This... are you sure?" Hammer was really stunned. This time around it was not only Hammer who was stunned, Wang Zhengs choice also stunned his numerous partners who were waiting. Chapter 228: Old Deer has been Tricked! Chapter 228: Old Deer has been Tricked! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "What... is this teamposition? Has there been a mistake???" Old Deer was also taken aback, but he had a sudden response. "This is definitely a form of psychological warfare. This child, Skeleton, is really cunning. He did this on purpose. This is so that the opponent would ban the more popr models of support-type mecha and reveal to him the models of mecha which they are experts in!" A support was just another position in a team. In a battle, whether it was the support yer or the attacker yer, the one who ultimately called the shots was the team leader himself and not the person in a specific position. However, the situation looked quite uncertain. Prince was chosen, and it seemed to be a deceptive move. "Zha Rang, ignore him, this must be a smoke bomb to cause confusion!" IQ Suppression spoke. The opponent was surely confident in himself; perhaps he was even ready to challenge two at one go, and it would not matter anymore regardless of what Prince chose. Zha Rang and Solo Wind took a quick look at one another, and without the slightest hesitation, they banned the Wargod No. 1, the Hercules, and the Jungle Scamper. Even Prince was also wondering if it was also a smoke bomb by Wang Zheng to cause confusion, but when they saw that Wang Zheng chose the Gold Guardian from the mecha storehouse, they were stunned. Prince was feeling very stressed because if they lost, all the responsibilities would surely fall on him. They were ying with fire. "Skeleton really dares to challenge his own limits by ying a support. Lets just wait and see!" "Old Deer, this is where you are wrong. Who says that support-type mecha dont have any attack power? Dont forget, the Hercules was merely an agricultural machine!" Student Ailun rebuked. "Hehe, Ailun, of course Skeleton can show off, that is not a problem. However, I am also just speaking the truth. In the case of support yers, they should have the understanding and abide by the rules of support. Perhaps you can do everything, but you definitely cant be a support yer!" "Old Deer, there should be a basis for your words!" "Hehe, he has been through quite a fewpetitions. In which round was he not the main attacker? This is a personality problem. Some things can be changed, but not this. If you dont believe me, see it for yourselfter!" Old Deer replied confidently. In terms of winning or losing, he still thought that the chances of winning wererge. However, attacking was easy, while supporting was difficult. Skeleton was the attacking type. If you got him to be a support yer, he would not be able to live up to everyones expectations. Whats more, at this level, Princes attacking power was inadequate. He would definitely not be able to hold back for more than two minutes and before long would charge forth into a killing spree. Not to mention, this time around there were many people who agreed with Old Deer. It didnt matter what a support yer ought to do, what was more important was to win. Yao Ailun felt that he could not continue to let the situation go on like this. Since the start of thepetition, Old Deer had been constantly controlling the rhythm of the discussion right in front of the countless members of the Skeleton Corps. How could he continue to let this go on!? "Old Deer, do you want to make a bet? I say that this round Skeleton, will not be the main attacker!" Old Deer took a look of disdain at Yao Ailun, the child who was still a little immature. "Are you sure you want to bet with me?" "Hehe, Deer God, one thing is for sure: I am younger than you and my body is more fit. I am only afraid that you would not dare to take up the challenge. Oh, right, dont trick everyone again bying up with some special quality edible milk carton like the other time, that was really insincere." One sentence from Yao Ailun shut Old Deer up. Old Deer mulled over it for a moment. First, they must win thepetition, and they would definitely not be able to win by just relying on Princes attack power. That meant that Skeleton would be the main attacker. Once he attacked, especially if he delivered the crucial blow, even if thest attack was not by him, he would not be considered a support. Either way, he would be at a advantage. "Hehe, Student Ailun has been exining for quite some time now. Since you are so confident, how can I disappoint the big group of viewers here? But one thing I still have to say is, if you loseter on, dont say that I am bullying the small. I do have a reputation to uphold in this industry." Old Deer said smilingly. "Cui Hua, bring out the milk cartons!" Yao Ailun shouted. Geez, at most it was just diarrhea. I am young, I will go all out to fight you! One of the staff members dressed in a ck shirt and sunsses finished the milk in front of them both in just two mouthfuls and ced one carton before each of them. "Cui Hua, its a nice name, it reminds me of dirt!" Old Deer teased. Damn, whoever dared to mention milk cartons in front of him deserved no mercy! (TL Note: Cui Hua is a homophone for Brittle Flower. Flowers are usually found in dirt...) "Leader Deer, my surname is Cui, and my name is Hua, the Hua of Zhong Hua, thank you." "Alright, Cui Hua, you can wait at the side so that you can conveniently send someone straight to the sick bay." Old Deer said smilingly. Suddenly, all the major websites opened their markets for betting. There was a good chance for either result to happen this time. In fact, this was probably the only time where there was a high possibility of Old Deer winning, as the bet was not on winning or losing, but on ones capability. The strength of the people of Locke was evident to everyone, and if the result of the battle was solely dependant Princes attack power, the probability of sess would be zero. Faced with a situation of winning or losing, it might be inevitable that Skeleton would still have to attack. A support-type mecha in itself was actually not that important. Prince chose his War Emperor Type V. The one he liked most meant that it would be his best. "Am I really the main attacker?" "Yes, of course. Rx, even though I did not practice before, Ive watched Hammer y." Wang Zhengughed. The way support-type mecha operated was indeed different. The difference was very subtle, but during intense battles, it would still be observable. As a support yer, the support system was the most important, and Wang Zhengs mecha storehouse was full. Everyones eyes were fixated on the screen, waiting to see what Skeleton would choose. Hammerstone Gravitational System. It had the capability to produce a certain degree of gravitation and repulsive forces and to disrupt an opponents attack during closebat. However, the opponents support would definitely act to counter it, and if it was unable to make use of its detailed interference functions, the whole system would be useless. The whole system prevailed in the past for a period of time, but with the improvement of mecha anti-disruption capabilities and the situation where gravitation and repulsive forces were greatly weakened, it became be a little unsuitable for general purposes. The current top choice for support-type mecha was a powerful shield. It could be carried and was multi-functional, so it was able to cope withplex battlefield terrains. The choices of the Locke Star were quite worrying for the crowd: Overlord 6th Gen (Support, Arbiter Republic), yer Type 3 (Main Attacker, Arbiter Republic). Lockes Star was an exporter of mecha and did not produce any themselves. But Zha Rang and Solo Winds choices stunned the whole audience. This... was a mech totally designed to take out the opponent and crush them. Everyone was toocent, even Old Deer was taken aback. It was not about the support or main attacker anymore, but whether or not if they could still win. The Overlord 6th Gen. It was currently the most ruthless support-type mech. It possessed a strong shield, superior attack power, and slightly poor movement, but it had a canon capability that helped make up for its shorings. It was also currently one of the mainstays of the Arbiter Republic. It was abnormally terrifying. The yer, just like what its name suggested, was a mech that mainly used ranged weapons to y its opponents. However, it was not for long range shooting, but rather a mech for close range shooting. With high speed and uracy, coupled with the superior movement that it was widely known for, it could be said to be one of the most adaptable and formidable mecha from the one-on-one series. From the functions of the mech, one was able to see the republics style ofbat. Arbiter was currently one of the empires that was most equipped with offensive power, so even for defense-type mecha, offensive power should also not be overlooked. No one would have thought that Zha Rang and Solo Wind could use thisbination even in their dreams, but it was definitely challenging to operate thisbination. But they were people from Locke. If by any chance it was possible... The Gold Guardian together with the War Emperor Type V... would bepletely beaten. Their attack power was totallycking... It was probable that they would be bombed by the yer before even getting a chance to pass through the defense of Overlord 6th Gen. The Golden Guardians energy shield, ifpared with the yers, was like dregs of crap. The unique feature of the yer was the high-frequency consumption energy shield. Thisbination was currently a very scary one within the entire CT circle. They were also those considered harder to operate. Solon was also nervous and at a loss. It was a catastrophe. It was not that he did not trust Skeleton, but Prince really did not have any background for his strength. In the previous round, the opponents were putting on an act; they used mecha that they were not good at. However, this time around they were serious. The opponents were definitely stronger. At this point, the number of VIP viewers had reached 22 million. Such an amount of enthusiasm within the sr system was unprecedented. Putting away their contempt, Zha Rang and Solo Wind also started to get serious. Battlefield: Locke College But for those who saw the scene at Locke College, it exined the seriousness of the people of Locke. When the four mech warriors appeared, the whole audience cheered, Student Ailun was also filled with passion. He could not control it any longer, he opened his arms and roared, "Let the storme!" Boom... Zha Rang was the first tounch an attack. Even though the Overlord was a support, the degree of violence exerted by this model wasparable to many of the tank types. This was also Arbiters masterpiece. It possessed a high level of difficulty to operate, but with Zha Rangs abilities, he was clearly able to control it. Just like the crowd expected, Zha Rangs Overlord mecha was very stable and extremely oppressive. One person assaulted both Prince and Skeleton from the front, while the yer was following closely behind the Overlord. They were just like falcons, while the opponents were like mice. Nothing had been done yet, but if the enemies started attacking, the opponents could only try to resist. Prince was nervous, really nervous. Not to mention the opponent, just these two models of mecha instilled fear in him. There were not many people in the Sr System who would dare to use them, because while their functions were undoubtedly good, their rhythms were too hard to grasp. This model of the Overlord mech not only had an energy shield to be used in times of emergency, it also had a titanium shield and a titanium pike. This resulted in lower agility, but the attack power was exceptionally formidable. Prince clenched his teeth. The Golden Guardian was not an offensive support that took the first move. The War Emperor Type V hummed with a powerful force and suddenly surged upwards. Prince could not be terrified at this time. The War Emperors Electric Halberd attacked in a straight line. Zha Rang sneered, and the titanium pike stabbed right over him. This meant a head-on battle was about to ensue Boom... Princes War Emperor was directly hit and took a step back. This... Prince also felt a great shock reverberate through his body. D*mn! The opponents mech was just too strong. Zha Rang sneered. Letting him use the mech that he was best at was really their honor. At this moment, Wang Zhengs Golden Guardian immediately released the gravitational field, Prince started the engine of the War Emperor and immediately retreated backwards. Right at this time. Boom Boom Boom! The bursts of firenced over. He would have to give an exnation for his defeatter.... Prince was bathed in cold sweat. Things were happening too fast. There was no time for any response at all. Zha Rang did not intend to give the opponent any chance to take a breather. He closed in with big steps. Even though his speed and agility was not high, Locke College was like an arena; its terrain was not consideredplicated and was very suitable for the Overlord to perform. It can be said that in this type of terrain, the Overlord was totally suitable to be the main attacker as well. "Disperse!" After saying that, Wang Zheng immediately pulled apart the distance from the War Emperor and at the same time he started to go around towards the yer from the side. "Minor tricks! I will eliminate the War Emperor first." After saying that, Zha Rangs Overlord suddenly powered up and jumped loudly towards his opponent. In a sh, the engine erupted. Together with the leg design of the Overlord Mecha, it could let him deal with terrain that was not too convenient by letting him leap great distances. Prince retreated quickly. It was not that he did not want to fight, but it was because he waspletely unable to beat him, especially since he was separated from Skeleton. It was a situation of one against two. Old Deer was a little anxious. Was Skeleton crazy? He was indeed just supporting. You idiot, what was the point of really not attacking at all? Such childish actions. Did he really think the opponent was an idiot? Chapter 229: Can Such A Situation Exist? Chapter 229: Can Such A Situation Exist? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It has to be said that at this point, the audience had their doubts. They seemed to be going too far. In a 2v2, the biggest taboo would be to disperse like this. Prince could only make a detour and try to remain within sight of Skeletons Gold Guardian as much as possible. Furthermore, Skeletons intention was to not fight. However, with this current situation of him being chased by the Overlord, although he held a bit of advantage in terms of speed, he would still be forced into a dead end sooner orter. The yer had been constantly defending against the Gold Guardian, keeping a safe distance. So long as the War Emperor was forced into a dead end, regardless of whether it was both of them fighting together or killing one of them first, they would have an 80% chance of winning. Prince has already tried his best to hide, but the opponents level was too high. He had never heard of the enemy being so agile as to find him, and whats more, the enemy was not a scout. Just at the moment where it seemed like Prince was going to be forced into a dead end, Wang Zhengs Gold Guardian suddenly charged towards the yer! Zha Rang let out a sneer ofughter. What kind of person was Solo Wind? Even though the yer did not possess absolute power, it was nimble and flexible, hence, before the opponent could even approach it frontally, it would maneuver and crush the opponent. Seeing that the opponent was charging over, the yer burst forward, its feet lightly pattering against the ground and at the same time pointing the rapid-fire burst gun in his hand towards the Gold Guardian. In an instant, the chubby Gold Guardian performed an Arc Slide and attempted to nk the yer from the side. However, the yer was more agile, quickly turning along with the Gold Guardian, immediately preparing to attack. And at this moment, the gravitational device of the Gold Guardian was switched on. It was not very easy to hit a target with this type of gravitational beam, but for those who had seen how urate Skeleton was with the Jungle Scamper, they were not surprised. The gravitational beam hit the yer in attempt to hold him back. However, the current gravitational field was unable to hold for even two seconds. Whats more, the mech that he was pulling was the yer. Solo Winds engine roared and he retreated speedily... the Gold Guardian was actually unable to pull him back... On the other side, the Overlord had already forced Prince into a dead end. "Prince!" Skeleton suddenly let out a shriek. War Emperor threw out its Electric Halberd. Crap... he missed? But actually, Prince did not even intend to hit it, with his One-Two Combo, Prince shot out. Prince had saved himself from being encircled. However, the Overlord was already chasing him once again, and the distance was still too small. Just at this moment, a miraculous scene was seen. Gold Guardians gravitational beam managed to grab onto the War Emperor. Prince immediately pushed the mech to its limits as the mech flew towards the Gold Guardian, and almost at the same time, the Gold Guardians engine roared as it elerated and rushed towards the yer... At this time, Solo Wind had already turned the engine of the yer to the maximum. This was to prevent it from being pulled towards the Gold Guardian, but who knew that in an instant, it would turn into two mech warriors flying towards him! Solo Wind only heard a buzzing sound in his head. Before he could react, the Electrical Halberd of Princes War Emperor was already flying towards him. Even if the yer was going to die, he could not die like this. Activating the energy shield took a second, but usually, as closebat was not so quick, this one second of time was negligible. However, in this situation, it would be deadly! What was worse was that it took him a second to react and another second for the shield to activate. The War Emperors Electrical Halberdshed out towards the yer. "Zha Rang, go up!" Actually, there was no need for Solo Wind to shout, as the Overlord mech had already rocketed towards the sky just like a canon. This was the Sky Rocket Cannon ability. It allowed it to rush into a high altitude, using its energy shield and titanium shield as a weapon to ram into into its opponent. Such a severe impact was enough to smash ordinary mecha into pieces, but the only problem was that it was slightly slow. However, if Skeleton and Prince were to eliminate the yer at this moment, they would be able to do it in time! The strength of Solo Wind was indeed astonishing; he had actually fired a shot at the critical moment, and that shot hit Prince squarely on his energy shield. The main point was that it was disruptive, buying a marginal bit of time. But the Gold Guardian was also suppressing him, preventing him from taking another shot. Prince threw all regard to the wind and risked his life by attacking with his halberd. He had been waiting for this moment his whole life. Boom... The head of the yer was directly shed off and sparks flew everywhere. And at this moment, the Overlord mech in the sky was already advancing downwards, preparing to crash towards both of them. The most ruthless part of this move was that if used properly, it could also break the energy shields and directly kill the opponent. Prince clenched his teeth and prepared to brace for the blow, only to realise that Skeletons Gold Guardian had already moved in front of him.. He truly was seeking death. "The energy shield cant stop him..." Prince shrieked. Was Skeleton doing this to sacrifice himself? At this moment, Zha Rang had a sinister look on his face. "Go and die!" Boom boom boom... There were violent tremors and debris flew everywhere... Everyone was extremely anxious at that point Right at this moment, a gravitational beamnded on the War Emperor. Prince subconsciously went along with the pull and the Gold Guardian rushed outwards as Wang Zheng pushed the engine to its limit simultaneously. Princes expression immediately brightened up. He charged forward, his halberd in hand, smoothly preparing to deal the final strike. At this moment, the smog dispersed. The flustered and exasperated Overlord stood up, immediately saw the sh of the War Emperors halberd, and subconsciously blocked it. Boom... Zha Rang was knocked backwards and had not even stabilized himself. He took several steps backwards as his mech was already damaged as well. Although he had dealt a devastating blow by crashing on to the opponents, why was he damaged as well? It would now be a brutal brawl between Prince and the Overlord. The audience erupted into cheers. Even if Prince would lose, it was still worth it. The War Emperor chased after the Overlord and continuouslynded blow after blow. Even so, Zha Rang still held on for five minutes, until he was eventually bludgeoned to death by Prince. Ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah ah~~ Somewhere in Locke, there was hysterical growling followed by the sound of things smashing. How could this happen? How could this have happened? Absurd! Absurd! Absurd!!! "...The Gold Guardian has been upgraded?" "Are you sure that was the Gold Guardian? How could this thing withstand the impact of the Overlords ram?" "Damn it, how the f**k is this a support? This is practically a bug!" At this time, the screen reyed the scene in slow motion. It did not require much analysis. This time around, everyone would be able to understand what had happened. If it was a face-to-face standoff, the War Emperor and Gold Guardian would be finished and would not stand any chance. Only when it was 2v1 would there be a chance to win. It would be useless for both of them to attack the Overlord at the same time, because its defense was too strong. Thus, the only choice would be to target the yer first. Hence that was also why the yer was extra careful and was not anxious to attack. Yet this time around, he had been fooled. Trying to capture the yer was definitely the first move. Once subjected to the gravitational field, anyone using the yer would desperately try to pull back. But at the same time, Skeleton actually pulled Prince, who was in a desperate situation, and both of them flew towards the yer. In the slow motion, people could somehow see the shock and desperation of Solo Wind, and it was also this psychological change that resulted in his slow reaction. Even if it wasnt him, anyone who faced the same situation probably wouldnt have been able to respond either. The opponent was in a dire situation only moments ago, just like a turtle trapped in a jar, but all of a sudden, he himself became the turtle that was trapped in a jar. It has to be said that Zha Rang and Solo Winds reactions were pretty good. Solo Wind knew that the energy shield activation was slow, so he risked it and took a shot to dy the attack, creating a chance for Zha Rang to catch up. Zha Rang also did not hesitate at all, straightaway firing the Sky Rocket Cannon, and he made the right choice to attack them. However, why did Skeleton not die? One ought to know that when facing against the Sky Rocket Cannon of the Overlord, one either avoids it, or if they are hit, they will definitely be severely wounded if not killed. It possessed a strong offensive power as well as an immense shockwave. Only the ferocious and cruel Arbiter Republic would be able to invent such a move. It was said that during a crucial moment, it could end both the opponent and itself in a scene of mutual destruction. Everyone was staring at the big screen. The Overlord descended from the sky with great force; it was unstoppable. At this moment, the Gold Guardian was crouched down and it activated its Hammer systems repulsive force! However, this bit of repulsive force was not sufficient at all to stop the move. At the moment of impact, the Gold Guardian took a half step back and, almost on the brink of crisis, tilted the mech slightly as he fully activated the repulsion field. It was equivalent to using the mech as a slope to redirect the force! Even though it suffered a certain amount of impulse, by making use of the inertia from the slight change in angle, the Overlord was mmed abnormally violently on to the ground instead. No matter how sturdy he was or how much he tried to defend, Zha Rang was also half dazed after the impact. It was normal for him to be totally destroyed by Prince afterwards, as if it was someone else, it would have been GAME OVER for the person after the m. "What the heck? Even a support can be yed like this? Everything I yed in the past was all in vain." "That was a damn godly support, invincible!" "Was that real or fake? That little bit of repulsive force was able to strip away the impact of the Overlord, that was totally absurd!" "So the people of Locke are actually best atmitting suicide!" "Awesome, the greatest suicidal move!" Zha Rang was red with anger. If he was not able to hit the target, the Overlord mech had an auxiliary system that assisted him with targeting, but... There was no one who would dare to challenge the Overlords Sky Rocket Cannon face on, but the opponent certainly did! It was never seen before in all of history! "This was definitely the two most godly-level moves utilized by support yers. This will provide more ideas for yers in the future," Old Deer said as he described the situation point by point. As a CT fanatic, he had seen many exquisite attacks, but this was the first time seeing a support being able to take control of the whole situation. On the side, Yao Ailun looked at Old Deer, beaming, "Deer God, so this means that you have admitted it?" "Ah, admit to what?" "That Skeleton was an excellent support. Dont tell me you would say that the Gold Guardian, who did not open fire or make any kills for the entire round, served as the main attacker?" Student Ailunughed sinisterly. Old Deer felt a sudden chill down his spine and quivered. D*mn, he had been tricked! Old Deer had tried to be really, really careful, but he was still unable to endure Yao Ailuns provocation. If it was Bubbly Foam, he would not have done such a thing. Student Ailun had be famous after just one battle. Old Deer had the urge to slip away, but "Cui Hua" had already blocked the door, a smile beaming on his face. It implied that Old Deer ought to not even think of escaping from this situation. As the slow motion rey came to an end, everyones emotions also reached the climax. Both parties were in chaos. The Jungle Scampers grand suppression of the world and the Gold Guardians ease and capability in diverting the opponents attack made everyone go wild. "Boss, its 23 million now." It has to be said that at this moment, to get even a teeny bit of increase in viewers would be really tough. In every game there were only a certain number of yers after all. They had more or less reached the maximum number of viewers willing to pay for VIP. Solon also could not help but feel regretful. He felt that he was going crazy. "Hehe, Xiao Zhao, how do you feel?" The technician by the name of Xiao Zhao stared nkly and suddenly smiled. "Really happy!" "Haha, well said, kid!" Work was work, it was a means of living. But sometimes, work could also bring about happiness, and if we were able to feel this, we were considered to be lucky people. "What is Lockes side going to say? The situation now is a tie of 2 to 2. Are they going to continue on, or will they surrender? Chapter 230: This Counts as IQ too! Chapter 230: This Counts as IQ too! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Solon was calm andposed. No matter what the opponents ns were, they should have been ruined. In fact, they probably felt likemitting suicide now. "Boss, they are still conducting research," said the staff with a smile on his face. "Prepare to send out the video analysis," said Solon as he nodded his head. At this moment, he seemed both powerful and imposing. Slow motion videos could allow one to see the action, while the analysis videos broke down the moves from a technical perspective. Two matches and four highlights. The Jungle Scamper had blown away Zha Rangs Jungle Scamper in just one encounter. The arced gun and the homing gun were simply model education materials for the use of the electric javelin. Honestly speaking, even the Immortal Barbarians wouldnt be able to do this. Thisplete and unreasonable dominance over the opponent was achieved through pure technique. To defeat IQ Suppression at just the right time was the truly exquisite calction on Skeletons side. From the timer shown on the analytic video, if he was justte by the slightest bit, IQ Suppression would havepleted recharging his energy shield and would have rendered this javelin shotpletely useless. The whole process waspleted in one fell swoop. The explosion at the energy supply station was especially visually shocking! Although it was just the showing of the analytic video, the cheering was unabated. Whenever the Jungle Scampers javelin was thrown out, there would be instant cheering throughout the audience. This was a technique that made the opponent feel despair while making supporters go into a frenzy. Of which, such a shocking and despairing feeling was especially strong for the "instant critical hit". If this was considered crazy, the second round was even crazier. This was because the level of passion could no longer be described with words. A counterattack in desperate times against all odds! One should note that this wasnt just an individual battle, but one where there was a need to drive your teammate. To be able to operate the Hammerstone Gravitational System continuously could only be described as amazing. Zha Rang would most probably be speechless. Prince did not even make the individual ranking list on major CT areas and yet he was beaten badly by him two consecutive times. If one considered the drivers for theeback to be having a broad view on the situation and uratemanding, then that awesome block could be attributed to extreme control of the mech. Multi-dimensional analyses had analyzed the angle and force of the Overlord and the necessary things required for being able to take such a force. Chen Xiu had used the most standard space mechanics theory to analyse the entire process. It was now that people realized that at that very moment, the Gold Guardian had executed a stunning move! Although there was guidance from the Hammerstone Gravitational System, the force of the impact would be still too strong and one would not be able to take the impact. The step back by the Gold Guardian followed by the activation of the forcefield and instantaneous redirection waspleted in one move. From the paused screens angle, it was the exact moment just before the impact with the Overlord mech. If he was just a little quicker, he would have been blown to pieces, while if he was a little slower, he would have also been blown to pieces as there wasnt enough angle to disperse the force. It was just right and Zha Rang was the unlucky one this time. This resulted in many little kids who wished to imitate the move to feel despair. Come on, was the sess rate even one in ten thousand tries? How long would one need to train and practice to be able to pull it off once? Although there was difficulty, the broad audience of CT enthusiasts couldnt resist their love for a good show. One could only say that all moves had a counter. But who would have thought of it? Who could have done it? It was likely that even the designers of the Overlord mech couldnt have thought that their cannon could be countered in such a way. Zha Rang and his group were also looking at the analytic video in a daze. At their level, they were certain that this wasnt a problem with the probability, but with the feeling. Many times, many perfect moves were responses to a situation. To get inspiration asionally was possible, but to be able to do so consciously was extremely difficult. Even if Skeleton was to try it again, he might not be able to replicate it. But the fact was that they were defeated badly. It seemed that the mission was going to fail this time as the strength of the opponent was clearly beyond their control. "What do we do now?" IQ Suppression felt a little helpless. The problem now wasnt about winning or losing, but whether they were going to continue with thest match. It would be even more shameful to retreat without a battle in front of such arge audience. "Forget it, I will give my all in the final match!" said Solo Wind. He still had some thoughts. He felt that he had lost his previous match due to a technical knock-out. He wasnt able to bring out the yers full potential and was still hiding a killer move. The others looked at one another. Since Solo Wind was willing, there was no one that would object to it. The fifth and deciding match was starting. A 1v1 match. Skeleton VS Solo Wind. "This little brother from Locke hasmendable courage! He actually did ask for a 1v1 match!" "Yeah, he seems to have mistaken one thing. The scariest thing about Skeleton is not a team battle but a solo battle!" "Where did this he get his confidence from?" Not to mention the audience, even Solon was curious. How would he still dare to fight? Solo Wind was not bothered by it and opened up the field for a city battle. After which, he chose to forbid the use of the Wargod No. 1, the Jungle Scamper, and the Gold Guardian, leaving only the Hercules. ..... Using the Hercules in a city battle was clearly not possible, not even when one had great abilities. Even though Skeletons revolving shovel was strong, one would just needed to use theser gun and engage him from range. Even though he was facing numerous insults, Solo Wind was calm. This was allowed in the rules. One yer could choose to forbid the use of three mecha and the other could also forbid the opponent from using three mecha. One would need to use his intelligence in a battle, and it was apetition of the depth of ones intelligence. As the time passed, Skeleton did not forbid the opponent from using any mecha. It was then that everyone noticed that Skeleton had never forbidden his opponents from using any mech. It was as though he was not afraid of anything. What a joke! Wang Zheng couldnt wait to showcase all his techniques. Solo Wind chose the yer Type 3 without any hesitation. This was what he was best at. However, it was because of this that he suddenly felt that something wasnt right as he did not have anything to fall back on. Could it be? When Skeletons choice fell on the yer Type 3, everyone let out sounds of cheers. yer against yer! Zha Rang and the rest looked at one another, not knowing what to do. Was there really such a person in this world? He could choose closebat, support, and could still use such a strong attacking style mech? Solons men were already familiar with the routine and added the announcement in the first instant. Do you want to witness Skeletons massacre of the opponent? The countdown of two minutes starts now! yer was the main mech for the Arbiter Republic and it used high frequency and powerfulser shots paired with a high mobility to fight. This type of mech wasnt for sniping but was a multi terrain mech specializing in the mid to close rangebat. Combining violent attacks and speed into one mech, he would still have to be careful of the ambush of other closebat mechs. Once the opponent got too close, its strength would not be able to be fully utilized. After all, this wasnt a closebat mech, and controlling the distance was of utmost importance. Basically, as long as one could control the distance between opponents well, one would be victorious. The people of Arbiter preferred simple and violent ways of fighting to shy and unpractical fighting styles. In their design of the mech, they had incorporated these concepts to directly exterminating the opponent. This wasnt about the victory. Everyone was more interested in seeing how well Skeleton utilized the abilities of this type of mech. The match began Two yers appeared in the middle of the city. Solo Wind was already moving ahead, while Skeleton was still remaining quiet. As the the yer started moving around slowly, a sudden burst of movement was made. Wang Zheng couldnt help but sigh. "Good Stuff!" This type of mech required one to possess strong control, as it possessed strong burst capabilities. There was emphasis on improving performance in this aspect. The speed in short distance movement was beneficial for chasing and getting out of a war zone. It could be said that this mech in the hands of a capable pilot would be considered a massacre machine. For theser gun, it was the more unique Maic Storm Laser Gun. The destructive force and frequencies of fire were strengthened, but the area of effect was rtively smaller. There was a high requirement for high uracy, which was simr to the unique points of a sniper. But at such a distance, it would seem to be nondescript. However, it was also because of this that it gave many excellent pilots the room to perform. It could be said that this type of mech required more from the pilot than other ordinary mechs. The main features of this mech (especially so for the high frequency maic stormser gun), were briefly mentioned by Chen Xiu. Consecutive lunges forward and the random shots of theser gun were signs that Skeleton was getting limated to the tempo of the mech, and such a sight was no longer something new to the audience. If he could adapt to the Hercules, this type of mech would definitely not be a problem. The only difficulty would be if he was able to exert the full capabilities of the mech. This type of mech was considered to be rather multi-terrain and would require some time before anyone could get used to it. As the distance between the two were getting smaller, the radar showed that the sess of city battley on exploiting the use of buildings to maximize advantages. This would be dependent on their reactions and there was no doubt that this was the best ce for the yer to perform. The two of them jumped from the back of the building instantly. With a distance of just 20 meters,sers were fired instantly with their sounds echoing throughout as they moved to the opposite sides of the building at the same time. It was apparent that they were trying to find out and understand their opponents distance and reaction speed. Solo Wind wanted to control the tempo of the battle and made his way out once again. He went for Skeletons yer directly. After another round of intense shooting, Skeletons yer moved to hide behind the back of the building. Solo Wind had grasped this point keenly and applied non-stop pressure on Skeleton. This resulted in a situation where one party was constantly trying to attack while the other party had to constantly run and hide. Solo Wind had an overwhelming advantage in the understanding of the yer. This was due to his higher uracy. It was hard to determine if anyone had an advantage in the mobility of the mecha. However, it was clear that Solo Wind had higher uracy in the use of the maic stormser gun. This resulted in higher stress on Skeleton, who had no choice but to make use of the building to hide and dodge. The hardest part about this mech was the maic stormser gun that had been specially made for the yer. One had to adjust to the movement of the mech whilepensating for the recoil of the gun. Chapter 231: Knowledge is Power Chapter 231: Knowledge is Power Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The situation was beyond anyones expectations. One would expect Skeleton to have an overwhelming advantage, but it was actually not the case. Skeleton had no problem controlling yer, demonstrating his strong ability to adapt. However... "Hes trying to grasp Solo Winds tempo to use it to his advantage... but its a pity that learning on the job will not be enough to defeat the opponent." "The people from Lockes research into machines is much better, so it cant be." "Impossible, it is only a matter of time before victory is achieved." Everyone could see what was happening. Although the two of them had simr attack patterns, Solo Winds attacks were more efficient, and this allowed him to seize control of the situation. If not for the use of buildings as shields, Skeleton would likely not have been able tost till now. Old Deer looked calmly at the situation. There was probably no one who knew Skeleton better. Skeletons yer was improving bit by bit at an amazing pace. He was limating to the machine while also adapting to the opponents attack patterns and tempo. On the other side, Solo Winds teammates were cheering for him. This was the fifth and deciding round! Although they were losing badly initially, as long as they achieved victory in the end, a win was still a win! Solo Wind had also discovered that the opponent was not omnipotent. If he had known about it, he would not have chosen a city battle, which gave the opponent an opportunity to dy. "Skeleton, I thought you were good at fighting. If you have the abilities, face me one-on-one!" growled Solo Wind ... Wang Zheng naturally did not reply. He had not gotten used to the maic stormser gun of the yer. If he was to face it directly, it would be difficult to determine who would emerge victorious. "Is there a problem with his brain? Why would I fight the way he wants me to?" "Yeah, this r**ard!" ...... Although everyone was grumbling like this, they really hoped that Skeleton would appear out of nowhere and beat the crap out of the opponent. However, this was obviously not realistic. The opponents strength was not a bluff. There werent any ws from his movement to his attacks and he was good at controlling the distance between them. Knowing that Skeleton had lots of tricks up his sleeve in closebat, he did not give him any chances. Either continue to flee or face me one-on-one. "The people from Locke really do have some skills. This type of attack would really make anyone feel helpless." "Why not just switch on the energy shield and beat the crap out of the opponent?" "Hehe, considering Solo Winds strength, if he got countered, he would not be able toe out on top." This applied to both parties, and all this would now depend on who would be able to strike first. Skeleton was able to keep up with the tempo of operating the machine now. However, he stillcked some understanding of the machine, and this would give Solo Wind the advantage. Honestly speaking, if not for the pressure caused by the previous two matches, Solo Wind might have had the chance to knock out his opponent. However, he was being overly cautious and was willing to give up some minor opportunities in order to pursue a stable and safe strategy. There was another exchange of blows, but no one had switched on their energy shield. They had achieved their most agile state. This was obviously a show of confidence. Both parties were having a battle of the minds. Whoever switched on their energy shield first would have admitted that they were no match for the other party. This would cause them to be unlikely be able to overwhelm the other in the subsequent attacks. Solo Wind was not panicking. He was excited like a hunter with eyes on his prey, waiting patiently for an opportunity. yer did not depend on speed but uracy. One chance was enough to defeat the opponent. "Not good..." The audience had an overview of the entire field. The map of a city battle had its ends. As long as one could control their attacks, they would be able to force the other party to a dead end. Currently, Skeleton was being forced into a dead end by Solo Wind. Numerous viewers were waiting for this moment and were feeling a little nervous. Having witnessed a wild opening, would it just end like this? Wang Zheng could not have a direct confrontation. His ability to adapt was considered to be extremely strong. However, his understanding of the yer was slightly weaker than that of his opponent. Given normal circumstances, the chances of winning were at most 50%. Therefore, he would have to wait for a good opportunity. At the same time, he wanted to verify if what Chen Xiu said was right. Death valley. Thest area of the map had a little breathing space. There was no option other than to fight now. It was three seconds to the final battle between the two yers. Three... Two... One... In an instant, the two yers appeared in the same space. Maic stormser beams were fired! Both parties had to execute stunning moves, changing their positions and avoiding the attacks of the other party. The audience could see that the two machines were constantly moving at extreme speeds. This was the result of everyday training. Solo Winds leg muscles were stronger than those of most people as a result of constant training. But how could the be opponent able to execute such consistent attacks? As both parties were moving closer and closer to each other, dodging had be more dangerous. Who would choose to switch on the energy shield first? Fifteen meters apart, the two yers had justpleted their actions and had taken aim at one another at almost the same time. With simr abilities, this distance was one where no actions would allow either party to be able to dodge. After all, this was the unique point of the yer, and it was to counter the highly mobile machines With maic stormser beams aimed at each other, no one had the nerve to fire first. It was as though all breathing had stopped. Solo Wind knew clearly that this was the best condition for him after being stimted by the opponent into a mysterious state of extreme focus. Finally, energy was gathering on Solo Winds maicser beam gun. At this moment, Skeleton had no choice but to switch on his energy shield as he was a step slower. Boom... Boom boom boom... yer hit the energy shield fiercely, shattering it. Once locked in by yers consecutive attacks, it would be hard to hide. Wang Zheng tried his best to dodge. Energy was gathering on the maic stormser gun, but there was no immediate retaliation. The energy of the energy shield was depleting rapidly. After five shots, the energy remaining was less than five percent. One shot at the minimum and two shot at the maximum before death was inevitable. This was at the stage of despair. Solo Wind still had an energy shield full with energy At this moment, Solo Wind felt like something was wrong. His consecutive attacks resulted in the need for maic stormser gun to reload. Although the time required was extremely short, the opponent was also a yer! Without dy, he switched on the energy shield. He was very sure that as long as he could stop a round of attacks from the opponent, he would be able to achieve victory. This was an advantage! He could do whatever the other party could do. There was no way the opponent could break through his energy shield. This was his understanding about the machine! At this instant, Skeletons energy disappeared as thest five percent of energy were switched off. Skeletons yer suddenly rushed forward towards the energy shield of Solo Wind. Boom... Another round of stunning skills and shots! The third set of moves were followed by a forward movement and a shot. It was obvious that the frequency of fire and the reload of the maic stormser gun needed to be faster. Solo Wind felt the fierce impact on his machine, but it was no big deal. Even if he had to take an increased number of shots, his energy shield still had an advantage. As the opponent approached, he would control the mech and retreat backwards. All it would take was at most two more rounds before the opponents maicser gun would enter the same state where there would be a temporary reload period. That would be the best time for a counter-attack! The energy shield was still left with 30% Boom... The fourth shot! Everyone let out a sigh ofment. Skeleton had too many perspectives to consider, but how could he have made such a mistake? Everyone knew that mid rangebat could deliver thergest damage. With the uracy of Skeleton, it would be achievable. Solo Wind was able to do it some moments ago, which was the reason why Skeletons yer was left with a thinyer of energy shield. And this... Thest shot... Skeletons yer was maneuvered strongly and it moved forward suddenly, followed by a somersault, with maic stormser beams shing in every direction. Boom... Solo Wind felt a huge amount of energy approaching him and then his machine was sted away. Boom... Solo Winds yer was smashed onto the wall. However, the energy shield still had approximately ten percent left! "Go and die!" Solo Wind growled while trying to control the machine. Everyone felt despair. At this moment, Skeletons maicser was charging at a noticeably slower rate just like the previous yer. The differences between a team battle and an individual battle were with the details. This was because no one could share the load. This was all about understanding! Old Deer clenched his fist tightly. You brat, when it was time to lose, he didnt. This was not the right time for him to lose! However, Yao Ailun stared intensely. "It cannot be, it cannot be, it cannot be true. Oh, God, this is the... maic shock effect!" Solo Wind... was frozen in an instant as he lost control of the mech... A full second had passed. The opposite yer was in no hurry and took direct aim at him. Boom... Boom... Boom... Three consecutive normal direct attacks. The energy shield shattered like the petals of a flower. A sea of light appeared in front of Solo Wind. Victory for Skeleton! The whole crowd went silent. No one knew what had happened. Defeat was clear and imminent. Did Solo Wind intentionally take it easy??? "Solo, what are you doing? Why didnt you just kill him?" Zha Rang growled. Just when they saw the faint light of sess, they were met with destruction. "Whats the situation? Were you bribed and purposely lost at the most crucial moment?!" Not to mention others, even Solo Winds teammates were enraged. How could he stand there and not move when he could clearly fire? Solo Wind was dumbfounded. "Maic shock effect, what luck..." He obviously did not hear what his teammates were talking about. This was clearly a blow to him. "That was so cruel~~~~~~~~" From the broadcast room, Solo Winds uncontroble screams were spreading out. On Earth, Chen Xiu bounced up immediately. "HAHAHAHAHA, my conjectures turned out to be true! Maic shock effect! Muahaha." Old Deer took a nce at Yao Ailun, who was at his side. Frankly speaking, he had always felt that the reason why this young brat was able to sit here were because of the Skeleton Corps, because this was just a marketing strategy of Solon. However, he had just said a word that even he could not understand. "Viewers, let me provide a rough exnation of what happened. We have the slow motion yback now. Did you see it? The first, second, and third shots were from three different directions at different angles. This was not aligned with the theory of concentrated energy. You are right that the main focus is not theser beams but the maic fluctuation effect of the maic stormser gun. In physics, theres a physical reaction known as the maic shock effect. Although the mech had its anti-maic defenses up, it was only effective against a constant maic field. For a maic field that was created on the machine in an instant, it would cause a temporary malfunctioning of the machine!" Chapter 232: Zisu’s Talent Chapter 232: Zisus Talent Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "ording to what you said, wasnt the yer invincible?" said Old Deer. "Hehe. Old Deer, you are a professional too. Why would you ask such an amateur question? Look at the numerous andplicated manual of the yer. The initial designer did have this idea, but it was just not achievable by anyone!"Yao Ailun said This required the attacker to have a deep understanding of the theory of maic fields. As this was dynamic and ever-changing, one would have to depend on his monitoring device and make adjustments to his position. As it was not fixed, one would not be able to train for it. "How... did you know?" "Your brother is from the physics department of the Ares Academy and is a student of Professor Xiao Fei!" Yao Ailun said with arrogance and his eyes lit up with excitement. From the freeze frame of the slow motion video, one could see with his naked eye that when this fifth shot was fired, it was not the collision of theser with the energy shield but the maic resonance effect that struck the yer. Solo Wind and others were dumbfounded. What the hell!? Even the people from the Arbiter Republic would not have been able to achieve this. How strong was this guys spatial perception,puting ability, and reaction time to allow him to perform such a feat? The audience was dumbfounded. It was clear that most people would have known about Xiao Fei by now after the numerous news of the prideful scientist from Earth on the media channels. She was a female scientist that had both beauty and wisdom! Wang Zheng was ecstatic! He had long wanted to try it, and it was beyond his expectations that he had seeded in it! It wasnt until thest of the three battles today that Wang Zheng was able to gain something out of it. He had been thinking much about how to put the maic resonance effect into practice since the very beginning. This could be considered an upational disease, and Wang Zheng could not resist the temptation of it. After all, he had been under the influence of Old Merchant over the past decade, so it had be part of Wang Zhengs subconscious psyche. The whole stadium was still filled with loud chattering. It would seem that Yao Ailuns exnation was too theoretical, especially with the use of some technical terms. The number of live viewers had exceeded 24 million quietly. Among which were over five hundred thousand people from Locke. The analytic video of the super show appeared in the first instant. From the video, as the shot was fired, a maic afterimage was left behind from the collision of the maic storm and the energy shield. Three circles, together with the final two ovepping circle, caused the maic resonance. Numerous red lines were used to exin the maic shock. It was a lesson on popr science! At that instant, it was obvious that the systems on Solo Winds yer had malfunctioned. "As one of the disciples of Professor Xiao Fei, I would like to say that if Skeleton was willing to join the physics department, he would definitely be able to achieve something great! said Chen Xiu ecstatically. In thest scene, the g of the Skeleton Corps upied the entire skyline. At this moment, it had not only upied the screen but also the hearts of countless viewers. Every match was legendary. This was the rhythm of their god. Ye Zisu blinked her big eyes and pondered. As a mecha designer, it was necessary to not only have a professional team but also a professional mech operator to be able to find out the strengths and weaknesses of the mech. The designer of the current model of yer was the famous designer Rondo. The yer had the initial potential to be a super mech. In the eyes of an outsider, it was a sessful design. However, it was a failure on Rondo as no one was able to notice the true intention of the weapon and utilise it to the best of its ability. Looking at the papers in her hand, Ye Zi Su was filled with hope. What would be the results? The audience had given the move used by Skeleton the name of "Five Round Wall Pinning Explosive Combo". Thest scene where one would directly m the opponent into the wall was truly shocking. The professional yers were all doing their research on it. Everyone knew that if one could use such a move in a battle, they would be invincible. However, the difficulty level of it was too high. The recoil force of the yer was too strong, and this made control of it difficult. One would also have to get used to the unique aiming method. Although it looked easy, it would be extremely difficult to perform well, let alone create the maic shock effect. However... the difficulty did not douse the passion of the people. In fact, it greatly aroused the buying urge of yers. Whether they were sessful in executing it was one matter, but the decision to use it was another matter. In the world of CT, mechs, especially the high end mechs, were expensive. If you would like to purchase the mecha of others or even gxies, the price would be even more expensive. Although this was a sales gimmick, Solon looked at the data and realised that 6 million, seventy three thousand yers were sold within ten minutes. When the current model was introduced, they were able to only sell over a hundred thousand mecha after expending much effort and did tons of marketing on it. Even after that, most of the users decided to give up after giving it a try for a few minutes. At the same time, more than 3 million people had ced it on their wishlists... Solon was dumbfounded. He was certain that this mech would be left aside after it was bought, as it would have little practical use. The Arbiter Republics mecha were ssified as hard to control with strong performance. However, this was not important as many yers of CT were more concerned about having a good time than bing good at it. Therefore, there were numerous yers who brought their teams down. They werepeting on who would bring down more teams and have more fun. This was the real meaning of the game! The first two matches of Wang Zheng were amazing. However, the influence was limited to the Sr System. However, the performance in thest battle was on the trending board of the CT gxy video streaming site. There was never an asion where someone was able to utilize the yer to such an extent before. "Wang Zheng, where have you been?" Zhang Shan continued to talk about thepetition process excitedly. "It was too awesome! One day I will have such a performance on the IG battle field too! A real hero is one who dares to show off! Despite having worked part time in the OMG mecha production and assembly base before, Wang Zheng was still in awe of the highly concentrated, efficient production and assembly process of the farming-use mech on the production belt. After the production belt process, the software was installed and hundreds of tests were run on it before it was packaged quickly into the car and delivered to different ces. The whole process was seamless and continuous. This was entirely different from the repairs and maintenance department. It was spectacr and shocking. Although they werent military-use mecha, they still had a powerful visual impact. "How did you feel about it?"ughed Ye Zisu. "Did you feel that this facility that was used for producing farm-used mecha was okay?" "It was more than okay! It was amazing!" eximed Wang Zheng. It was obvious he had nothing topare it with. He had no idea for what purpose Ye Zisu had asked him toe. "Is that the truth?" Ye Zisu blinked and wished to listen to Wang Zhengs opinions. "Its the truth. Although I have nothing topare it to, the whole process was well organised and the employees were focused and promising!"ughed Wang Zheng. Ye Zisu smiled. OMG had always ced the people at its core. Whether an enterprise would be able to continue doing well depended not only on the ambitions and abilities of the management and the seamless production of advanced mecha, but also every employees work attitude and passion. "I consider you someone who knows what to say. You have passed." "Only a pass? Hmm, what if I had said bad things about it?" "Do you see that forklift over there? I would have shoved you out of the door." "Do you have to be so mean..." Ye Zisu brought Wang Zheng to a titanium door. A series of stringent checks were conducted by the system to identify Ye Zisus identity through retina scanning, DNA... and eventually the activity test before the titanium door was opened. Wang Zheng was a little surprised. For most areas, Ye Zisu would be able to enter by using an ess card. The level of security here was no less than that of a military restricted area. In fact, it was beyond that level. "OMGs core development base? Is it alright if I enter?" Wang Zheng saw the sign at the door and had no idea why would Ye Zisu bring him here. "Be careful! Everything inside here was ssified as a secret. I will have to silence you if you say anything about this." "Hehe, Ye Zisu is a kind and beautiful person who would nevermit such a ruthless act..." "You clearly know how to bootlick! I have been researching a new mech and this is also the main direction OMG will be heading towards in the future." "...This is what you have been researching?" Wang Zheng was surprised. Ye Zisu gave him a stare. "What do you think ive been doing cooped up here? Although Im not as talented as a certain princess, I have been interested in mecha design ever since I was young. Do you think that I was shopping the whole day during my secondary school days? Life was life, but goals were goals!" Wang Zheng scratched his head. "This looks pretty amazing, you must let me take a look at what youve been up to!" "The intention of my father was to start from the lower end mecha and slowly move up the value chain. However, I felt that the lower end military-use mecha market has been monopolized and that OMG wont even have a chance. If were going to do it, we must use the higher end mecha to open the market and let others witness the strength of OMGs technical abilities. After that, we can move down the value chain. Wang Zheng could understand Ye Zisus way of thinking. The high end mecha need not be sold. The main purpose was for showcase and promotion. This would make the introduction of the lower end mecha rtively easier. However, the problem was whether or not OMG possessed such technical ability. As they spoke, Ye Zisu brought Wang Zheng to an ordinary-looking mech that was on the smaller side. "This is the Wind God Prototype. Do you have anything to say about it?" Ye Zisu smiled. "Obviously, we will be working on its appearance next, but we wont be tampering with the style." Wang Zheng scanned through the mech from up to down. "I have not tested its performance, so I cant make ament on it. However, from the appearance, it doesnt look mainstream. A smaller frame would suggest that it belongs to the light scout model. However, I noticed that the weapon slot did not have aser sword, or a long range sniper, nor a heavy sniper gun. It couldnt be that you are trying to create the same type of mech as the the yer, right?" Ye Zisu smiled and said, "You have a little bit of vision. There would be no purpose in replicating someone elses mech. What kind of abilities did you think a super mech should possess?" "Looks like Im here to give my opinion today!" Wang Zhengughed. However, seeing that Ye Zisu had asked him seriously, he carefully pondered and answered, "If the purpose of the Wind God Prototype was to enter the high end market, then the most important ability would be..... instantaneous burst discement!" ... "Keke, Zisu, why were you looking at me like that? Clearly, otherponents are also important on top of what I suggested." Ye Zisu shook her head and sighed. "Sometimes I just have to give it to you. I have spent so many years on my mech design and yet you were able to say it out so casually". Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders and said, "I was just saying it casually too!" "You werepletely correct. In this day and age, firepower, energy shields, and other things are not the most important functions for a high-end mech. With instantaneous burst discement, one could turn the tables of the battle around. In fact, An, the Arbiter Republic, and other strong countries are moving towards this direction. The reason is because of the dominant position of the Antis Mech. Their instantaneous discement basically ced them in a position where they cannot be defeated!" Chapter 233: Naysayers Chapter 233: Naysayers Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng also knew that the some of Antis high-end mecha were able to warp through space. This was an ability derived from their runguage and their spiritual abilities. No one could figure out how to replicate their abilities, and as a result, the desire to attain such mechanical abilities had formed the basis of future mech development for these countries. The yer was also developed based upon such an idea. Regardless, whoever was able to develop a mech with warp capabilities would definitely improve the potential of their own mecha pilots. "However, it is extremely hard. This problem has not been solved yet. I heard that An and Antis are currently working together. Arbiter has also done their own research and are advancing rapidly. What thoughts do you have regarding this technology?" Zisus eyes widened as she stared at Wang Zheng, they were like twin moons, bright and vivid. "This is your elder sisters very own original creation. Those fuel tanks at the side of the mech can fill up every five seconds, allowing the mech to produce a strong maic field in a specific direction, instantly discing the mech. Coupled with strong control, it will be able to create a pseudo warp effect. Although it cannotpete with Antis version, it is still a lot quicker than the yer in terms of burst movement." Wang Zheng was stunned. At this point, he was reminded of the Hammerstone Gravitational system. There was a difference between the concepts of these two. Zisus direction of development was more urate. It was without a doubt that the actual implementation was a lot moreplicated than that. Wang Zheng gave a thumbs up. "Student Zisu, you have broadened my horizons. I cant wait for the day where I can try it!" At this point, Ye Zisu was not arrogant. "The concept is there. The main issues are about to be resolved. However... OMGs inner circle is not convinced. Even my Dad does not n on fully supporting this project either." "This idea is really good. If you were able to implement it, it would definitely bring about a new wave of designs mimicking yours." Wang Zheng was confident in his conjecture. "It is too difficult to operate. Most of the piloting tests have ended up in failure. Determining the position the pilot wants move to requires the use of this telescopic w. The arm also possesses a function that allows it to shoot out and retract back to the mech, so its not suitable to be equipped with a beam saber. However, the steel w can possess some form ofbat capability. Its also equipped with a conventionalser gun. However, none of this is important. What is important is that although using the positioning device brings about some gravitational force that can be resisted, being able to grasp onto the gravitational orbit produced by the mechs shot out w is too difficult. Once the opportunity has been missed, one is unable to instantaneously move. Furthermore, when the w has been shot out, it also acts as a target for the opponent," Ye Zisu said. Thetter part was why thepany had opposed the design. It felt as though the design had sacrificed everything for the express purpose of being able to move instantaneously. It was an easy target as well. Ye Zisu only wanted toin to someone, to chat a bit. She had been under a severe amount of stress and even her confidence had been shaken. Wang Zheng smiled. "Zisu, you dont have to care about what others think. After hearing what youve said, I feel that this idea is very usible. No new mecha are without faults. However, we can continue to improve upon them, and I believe this direction is the way to go. Sess belongs to the ones who persevere!" Actually, this was why she had chosen to bring Wang Zheng into the area. She believed that his train of thought was along the same path. "What you said is right. Ive been too worried about failure. Once Ivepleted the mech, I want to test it out. Even if it is not approved, it will still be an experience for me!" Ye Zisu clenched her small fist, her doubtspletely vanished. "Haha. This is the confident Zisu that I know. At that point in time, dont make me pilot an unfinished mech. Wind God. This name is very cool!" "Of course, you are our schools IG trump card. Thepany has sourced some military pilots to test our designs, but their brains are too rigid. The problems we are facing cannot be solved by imitating others. If they could, we would be bound by convention." "Actually, I have a na?ve idea. Once the prototype isplete and the patent has been filed, can you ce this mech into CT for testing? Therge world of Earth possesses numerous individuals with infinite ideas. They would be able to find thergest amount of weaknesses in the smallest amount of time. It might even reap possible benefits. Some mecha can only be used to their full potential in the hands of specific individuals," Wang Zheng said. Ye Zisus eyes lit up again. "Yes! Why did I not think of that? I can provide all the technical parameters!" The point of this test was to test if the mech was usable. With regards to the technical parameters, it had already been more or less finalized. The mechs key purpose was for war. There were too many mecha nowadays. They could do all sorts of things from running to jumping. However, what was most important was a mechs ability to battle. If it could not fight, it was worth no more than a dogs fart! Yet in a moment, she once again helplessly sighed. "Its not possible. CT has never allowed for prototype mecha. Ourpany spent a lot of money and effort in order to ce the Hercules into the game. I dont even think the board would approve of this either." Wang Zheng thought about it and, looking at Ye Zisus helplessness, silently came to a decision. Everything he had seen and heard of today were OMGs most closely guarded secrets. Ye Zisu was definitely under a lot of pressure. If not, she would not have let out such an expression. "I can do something about that," Wang Zheng said. Zisu was stunned for a moment, then she suddenly nodded her head. "You dont have to look for Aina." This was Zisus bottom line. Wang Zheng couldnt help butugh. "Looking at the way you said it, it makes me seem like a gigolo. I can do something about this. Do you believe me?" Ye Zisu looked at Wang Zheng before releasing a wide smile and nodded her head. So long as the parameters were simr, CT would be able to provide an urate simtion. The previous business with Norton was just an unexpected windfall for them. Furthermore, this was mainly for them to test the mech. It would also allow for Zisu to iron out some of her concerns with the mech. Additionally, the mechs design was still up for development as it was quite idealistic. It was a pity that the prototype was still in development. Otherwise, she would have let Wang Zheng test it himself. Although thepany possessed a deep history of producing mecha, agricultural mecha andbat mecha were still quite different in nature. It was due to numerous years of conducting maintenance onbat mecha that OMG had gotten the confidence to dabble in it. Of course, when it came to human talent, they had been developing their own for some time as well. Hence the board was very concerned with their first foray into thebat mecha market. Although Ye Zisu was the future sessor, apany was still apany. There were numerouspeting interests and everyone was watching each other closely. When he left OMG, Wang Zheng felt extremely happy. He felt that Ye Zisus idea was extremely well thought out, and he really wanted to try out such a mech. In a generation where ideas were freely expressed, it was still a unique proposition. Additionally, OMG was not seeking to mass produce it but to showcase their excellent technical prowess and ideas. It was too secretive. Even if the mech had no issues, if it could not attract the attention of people and had no special points, why would anyone want to buy OMGs mecha? From another perspective, Zisu had no issues. What was important was to see the teams strength in engineering. Wang Zheng passed the message to Yan Xiaosu, who immediately patted his chest. Solon would definitely be extremely obedient to his demands. "When are youing back? Are you nning to stay at An Meis ce till the holiday is over?" "Ah. The holiday is about to end. The good times are over. I will be back in two days, and I will bring you a present. Ah, I have to say that Chen Xius three sisters are extremely pretty. Its unbelievable." ... Wang Zheng felt helpless. This brat would never not think about women. After the two chatted for a bit more, Xiaosu went to look for Solon. Solon was now an impressive individual. In just a single days time, the yer had brought about a profit of over 10 million federation dors in the Sr System. Combined with what the viewers had paid to watch the stream, he had earned a tidy sum. Even the mainpany had sent congrattions. They were extremely pleased with the new chairmans actions and hoped he would continue to be sessful. In short, his position was finally safe. "Promote a new mech?" Solon was shocked. "OMG? Dont they only produce agricultural mecha?" Actually, the fact that OMG wanted to go into military manufacturing was not news. However, this was a different field for OMG and it was just an experiment, hence CT did not pay much attention to it. Furthermore, they only wanted to test the mech on CT. There was no precedence for this. However, one had to consider the other partys background. In the past, only Antis and An were given preference... OMG could not stand up to such influences. Although OMG was inconsequential, he had to consider who he was dealing with. Skeleton was not someone he could afford to offend. "Is that mech ready?" Solon asked. To be honest, with his current position, such a decision was no issue. However, no problems could be had. If any problems arose, he would have to handle the consequences, which would be unsightly. There were many enemies, so he had to understand what he was getting into. "There are no problems. I just need to know if you will do it." Yan Xiaosu was not interested in idle talk. He was only interested in passing the message. Although it seemed unwise, this was how business was done. The more one talked, the more questions would arise, and the other party would consider even more carefully. Xiaosu had already considered the situation. This situation could be handled by Solon and it did bear some risk. However, if he could not do this, then they would no longer be friends! "I will do it!" Solon said decisively. "Thank you, friend. I will remember this favor." Following which, Xiaosu disappeared. He had to act the part of being an equal. Solon did not feel that that was a problem. He immediately gave a call to the business unit. "Prepare a contract and nondisclosure agreement and contact OMG. Tell them that we are willing to ept their mecha and help them with their tests." If they wanted to do this, they would have to show some initiative. Whatever OMG thought would not concern him. What was important was that he was acting on behalf of Skeleton. At that point in time, Ye Zisu was having a business meeting. After receiving Wang Zhengs encouragement, she was determined to strive to the end. It was unfortunate that the atmosphere of the meeting was slightly embarrassing. Ye Bingwen presided over the meeting. Although he was the chairman and thergest shareholder, OMG had also introduced arge amount of foreign capital during their development. Hence he did not control thepanypletely. Although he possessed the right to operate thepany, it was only a few matters. He would also have to consider the ideas of the other shareholders as it was not only his word that mattered. Ye Zisu had exined her reasoning. Yet in the end, the other shareholders were still indifferent. There were very cold to the idea of a little girl sticking her hands in the midst ofpany affairs. They had hoped that after Ye Bingwen had retired, they would change the chairman and CEO of thepany. Hopefully, they would be able to end the idea that OMG was a family-runpany. "Zisu, ah. We uncles have watched you grow up. Your idea is good, but its just too idealistic. OMG has to develop andpete in a stable environment. Fine. Even if you have faith in your own designs, CT may not be likely to allow you to do so. Furthermore, why would they help us market it?" "Apany cannot be too idealistic. I feel that the first step should be a simple and straightforward one. We will implement the B program andunch a version of a mech simr to the Bata and attract customers with favorable pricing." Chapter 234: Reverse Psychology Chapter 234: Reverse Psychology Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "It is good for young people to be aggressive and be driven. However, a business isnt just a game. If it fails, its a fatal blow to the share price of thepany. Do not forget that ourpetitors wont be just standing aside and watching us." Ye Bingwen had been watching all this time. He knocked on the table and said, "Thepanys strategy to develop military-use mecha has been set and the resources that have been poured in are veryrge. We have no other options but to stick with it. Conservative strategies have been proven to be ineffective. Do not raise it again!" The other shareholders smiled. It seemed that Ye Bingwens prestige was still unshakable! "Chairman, since Zisu is so confident, we will definitely support her to the best of our abilities. Hopefully, we will not let everyone down after they put their trust and faith in us!" The underlying meaning was that if it failed, he would be held responsible for the failure. Thepany should not be treated as a game. "Dear shareholders, the Wind God series will be the future of mecha developments. I have absolute confidence in it. If this negatively affects thepany, I will bear all responsibilities," said Ye Zisu. Ye Bingwen sighed. This brat was still young, but there were things that shouldnt be said. "To be objective, thepany has always been clear in rewards and punishments. The next step would be to contact CT. Although there might be some difficulty in working with them, if theres a will, theres a way. Ye Bingwen was aware of it too. This was a good method. On one hand, they could be able to test thepetitiveness of the mech and identify any issues. On the other hand, this could also create publicity for them. However, a sweeping nce across revealed that there was not a single person who was willing to ept the task. You have to be kidding! CT was the hottest tform at the moment. For apany that had been producing agricultural mecha and had just begun the production of military-use mecha, testing their new mecha on CT was considered a dream. Moreover, such a favor could only be granted to powerful countries. Rumor had it that Solon was a practical person and that there was nothing that they could exploit for his benefit. "Keke, if Zisu has thought of this method, she must have a solution for it. Let us just sit back and wait for the good news!" "Youre right! There have been many sessful youths in the field of business recently. Zisu is someone that is going to lead OMG beyond the Sr System. Lets leave this entirely to her." The expression in Ye Bingwens eyes became sharper. It seemed that this group of people was still unhappy that Ye Zisu had intervened in the operations of thepany. However, as the chairman of the board, he would not let them make all the decisions. Just as he was going to say something, the secretary, who was at the side, rushed in. "Chairman, there is an urgent mail!" Ye Bingwen frowned. "Leave it there." He was unhappy that the meeting was disrupted. However, since it was an urgent mail, he still wanted to take a look. Ye Zisu stood up at this moment. "I will be responsible for contacting CT. In fact, I have already done so!" Ye Zisu was feeling a little angry. She had always disliked a meeting where people were pushing their responsibilities around. However, she had to attend the meeting as this was part of being in a business. There was a chuckle in the room. At a nce, they could tell that she was a spoiled little girl. Did she really think that she would be given attention just by mentioning the fact that she was OMGs princess? Ye Bingwen stood up and his face showed a sense of immense pride. "CTs Sr System headquarters has just sent us an invitation. They would like to participate in the testing of the new OMG mech and promote it within the Sr System. Zisu has done a great job!" The audience went silent suddenly. What was going on? Did the sun rise in the west today? CT had taken the initiative and wanted to be part of it? What the hell? Had Solon taken the wrong medicine or did he not take his medicine at all? Ye Bingwen flipped through the document sent through mail, and at the top of the document was the stamp of CT. "The other party has sent the draft contract to us. Not only are they willing to promote it, they have even given us rtively attractive terms! Brat, when did you learn to surprise us so much?" OMG..... was just apany that produced agricultural-use mecha.... An image of Wang Zhengs evil smile shed past Ye Zisus mind. Could it have been him? The shareholders meeting ended well. A group of shareholders was gossiping endlessly about what had happened and couldnt help but feel that this matter was really unbelievable. Disregarding them, even Ye Bingwen had lots of unanswered questions. This was because he knew that this was not something that he had done. In fact, even if he wanted to, it would likely be rather troublesome. The main issue was whether OMG was able to provide what the other party needed. To have such terms was impossible! Seeing her fathers puzzled eyes, Ye Zisu shook her head and said, "I have a friend who said he would do something about it, but I will have to confirm if it was really him." However, the sweet expression on her face betrayed her. Ye Bingwen had a simr experience in the past. He touched his daughters head softly and said, "If there really is a friend, do introduce him to your father. Rest assured that your father is absolutely open about it. I will not look at his family background and will definitely support you as long as he has good character and you like him!" This was not a bluff. Ye Bingwen wasnt someone who emphasized the importance of a persons background. If it was up to him to rmend someone, he would also be able to rmend a few outstanding guys. There werent many within his social circle that had a bad family background. However, the most important thing in a rtionship was mutual affection. Although OMG wasnt a bigpany, he would not resort to exchanging his daughters rtionship for anything. He was definitely one of the better few within his social circle. Moreover, as for the other partys ability, he believed in his daughters taste. Earth, European region. A certain fat man was struggling to survive in his dire straits. "Grrr, who still dares to say I cant do it?!" Vrooooomm... An Avalon half-beast mech was maneuvering through theplicatedndscape, dodging theser attacksing from all directions. The Avalon prototype mech was widely considered to be one of the hardest to operate mecha in the Sr System. In its centaur mode, operating four legs with a pair of hands was not only ufortable but alsoplicated. Under the control of Luo Fei, it seemed so natural. In fact, he had broken several operating records. Obviously, this came with a price... In the maintenance room, there was a total of three Avalon prototype mecha that werepletely damaged and waiting to be repaired. Simtion exercises were childs y! Over here, there were real swords and guns being brandished. However, what the fatty felt was that his strength was rising quickly. He hadpletely changed over the summer vacation! Damn, if those opponents from the past were to appear before him now, he wouldpletely defeat them. However, this came at a massive price. The fatty... had slimmed down. Was there hell in this world? If one was to ask the fatty before the summer vacation, the answer would definitely be augh followed by an insult if one was crazy. As for now, the fatty would answer yes with tears streaming down his face. As of now, even the hardest Avalon prototype mech from the mech vault was mastered! In other words, the retreat wasplete and he had been able to master great skills. "Not bad." Li Er epted the results of the fattys training and nodded his head. Seeing that Li Er had given him a nod, Luo Feis eye lit up. It was time for enjoyment! Li Er had promised him beautiful women and various unimaginable services... The real summer vacation was finally going toe! "Give me your self-assessment," said Li Er. For the summer vacation, Luo Fei answered with confidence, "Im undefeatable!" Li Er took a nce at Luo Fei and let out a smile. "The summer break is ending soon and you have achieved the objectives of the training session. Are you thinking of having a good time now?" Luo Fei nodded forcefully, unable to hold back his desire for the summer break. Beaches, beautiful women, saunas, and visiting prostitutes... Nothing could be missing. "Boss, you really understand me the best" "Great, onest mission and you will get whatever you wish for," said Li Er calmly. Fattys face sank quickly. He knew it! However, he believed in what LI Er said. If he said that it was thest mission, it would really be thest. "Boss, you said it... Can I really have what I want? What about beautiful women? Im talking about those with status." Fatty could barely hold back his saliva. "What about the female actor in the wallpaper at the head of your bed? As long as you canplete the mission, you can do whatever you desire to her," Li Er said calmly. The motivation was too great. However, it also meant that the mission Li Er was talking about would definitely be dangerous. After considering for a while, Luo Fei decided to go for it. "Boss, my life is yours now. I promise you and I will go for it!" Half an hourter. A strategic airship took off from the warehouse. After two hours, it had crossed Africa, the Indian Ocean, and entered the deepest part of the South Pole. "Distance from the destination, 50 kilometers." The notice from the pilot sounded within the air cabin. Luo Fei blinked and looked down from the windows of the airship. A snow-capped snowfield. Could it be that Li Er wanted him to train in real battles in snowfields? It didnt seem too difficult. The snowfield environment was clearly a ce where he could demonstrate his strength. A holographic disy popped out from Li Ers Skylink. A strategic map appeared in front of Luo Fei. Exnations were given about a base hidden within the snow as it appeared within the disy. At the same time, there were subtitles to exin. This was the secret base of the Houston Organization. There was a total of three levels. Grade "A" AI bodyguards... Eight mech warriors were deployed in the first level... Six mech warriors in the second level... Twelve mech warriors in the third level... Following which was a detailed exnation about the base, the structure of thendscape and etc... The screen shed and was switched off. Li Er introduced it calmly, "Your mission is to destroy this base." Luo Feis jaw dropped. If it was only Grade "A" AI bodyguards, it would be alright. However, there was also arge number of mech warriors... Was this a mission or a suicide run? "Can I not go? What I mean is to let me practice a little more... A simtion battle... Let me simte the battle two times, no, once would be enough. Let me simte the battle once before Ie again?" "What do you think?" Li Er gave Luo Fei a smile as he looked at him. Luo Fei was starting to regret it. Why did he boast about mastering his great skills in front of Li Er? He had clearly found trouble for himself. "We have arrived at the destination. Its time to start the assault, three, two, one..." Boom! The airship elerated suddenly and emerged from the clouds. The exterior anti-detection invisible tes were opened and theser beams were charging rapidly. Intense sirens sounded throughout a base five kilometers away. However, it was toote. In the blink of an eye, the sh cannon of the airship sted towards it. The surface was scorched off, revealing the underground space below the base. At the same time, a mech flew out from the strategic airship andnded in the gap created by the sh cannon. Inside the mech, Luo Feis entire body was shaking. He couldnt tell if it was because of fear or other factors. Chapter 235: Country Bumpkins Chapter 235: Country Bumpkins Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Sounds of explosions within the base continued to spread from one end to the other. Afternding, the mech staggered slightly. Even a perfect simtion wouldnt feel as rewarding as a real battle. Boom, another mech fell as it suffered a headshot. What was surprising was thatpared to the time in training... this entire battle felt much easier. Luo Feis body started to shake more intensely. However, it wasnt because of fear but excitement. Mecha were appearing from all directions and they started to surround Luo Fei. When the bullets rained down, the world in Luo Feis eyes changed instantly. Also, something deep in his heart had awakened. As he licked his lips, Luo Fei pounced out. Rumble... Endless explosions spread throughout the base. Outside the base, the airship had turned invisible once again and was currently floating around the airspace above the base. Lear was watching the battle from the camera installed on Luo Feis mech. The old butler appeared behind him silently. "Master, wouldnt we be rming the enemies by doing this?" The Houston Organization was one of the few remainingpetitors of the Chronos family on Earth. "After preparing for such a long time, it was time to lure them out." Lear said calmly. Before devoting all his energy into IG, he would have to clear out some of thesepetitors. From the camera on the mech, the AI Bodyguards were falling one after another under Luo Feis attacks. The third level had been crushed. Thest mech was nailed to the wall by Luo Fei using a titanium knife. Grrrrr! Mission aplished. The beauty is mine... Luo Fei growled angrily. Both of his hands were shaking. He had exceeded his limits. He had executed highly intense attacks in a short period of time and even had to use his Ability X. He was truly putting his life on the line. This mech was really easy to use in a one-on-one match. Even if the opponents werent that strong, with enough numbers, they could still overwhelm him. He would have to keep a low profile from here onwards. Suddenly, the floor of the third level opened up. A huge flight of stairs could be seen. Below that, there was still a fourth level! Rumble..... Multiple mech warriors were rushing out. The fatty was dumbfounded. What the hell!? He was seeking death to run into them! There was only one option ---- Run! On the airship, the old butlers face changed immediately. "Mistakes in intel..." Lear jumped into a mech and rushed out immediately. "Boss, run! Why did youe out? They outnumber us. I will guard the rear!" Before he couldplete his sentence, Lear had already rushed past him and towards the enemies. The fatty stared nkly at themotion that ensued... Ten minutester... The fattys face was white as sheet and he was stuttering. That fearsome ability... Lear, were you really a human? The area was filled with wreckage and debris. This was the might of a lofty king. The might demonstrated was the real strength of Lear! As the summer vacation wasing to an end, the winner would be revealed soon. A weekter. A certain movie celebrity was standing in front of Luo Fei. The fatty was drooling in excitement. Thedy winked at Luo Fei flirtatiously. He thought to himself, "You have to service this fatty well." "Miss Masuo, can I have your autograph?" said Luo Fei as he opened up his wallpaper. "Definitely!" Afterpleting her sentence, she quickly signed the wallpaper for Luo Fei. As she bent down, she revealed her fair skin and cleavage that could cause one to have a nosebleed. The fatty took a nce and couldnt help but tremble. He had really benefited a lot from this training! "Thank you. I was really so lucky." Following which, the fatty ran away with his wallpaper in his arms. Masuo was left dumbfounded. What... was going on? Was he a country bumpkin? So this was what Luo Fei meant when he meant that he could do whatever he desired?? On Mars, Raston had finallypleted the alliance discussions with Lie Guang and Lie Xin. Now that things were done, he was no longer in a rush. Lie Xin was really adept in winning over the hearts of others. Using the charm of a girl, the three of them were acting like close friends soon after. At the invitation of Lie Xin, the three of them arrived at the Fallen Paradise for a tour. One couldnt say they had truly visited Mars if they had not visited the Fallen Paradise. The violent and barbaric battles of life and death would be considered illegal in other ces of the Sr System because of the how openly violent it was. However, on Mars, it was just as popr as basketball. The Fallen Paradise of Mars wasnt just a single ce. They were differentiated by the size, scale, and level ofpetitiveness. The ce that Lie Xin and the other two came to was thergest Fallen Paradise on Mars. The level of standards and intensity of the cage fights were of the highest level on Mars. The live matchmentator was screaming excitedly. " Fei~~~~~~~Zi... The defending champion with a 28 match winning streak! He is our new king! Worship him! He is the one who conquered the Goddess of Victory!" Boooom, a hole appeared on the ground of the secured caged formed byser beams. A gear-type mechanism with a strong retro atmosphere revealed a deep, dungeon stairway. A heroic and brave man stepped out of it. Half of his body was covered in armor. However, this armor was directly embedded in his body. It would be more appropriate to ssify this armor as something that was growing out directly from his body. This was a reinforced cyborg! They were created with medical technology intended for the treatment of disabled individuals. The technology was used to reinforce the strength of ones body by grafting his skeletal structure with metal, improving ones ability to take hits, strengthening muscles, and increasing strength... Obviously, this woulde at a huge price. For example, one would suffer from a shortened lifespan. There were also other considerations. Such treatments were banned in many countries, but it seemed that it wasnt a problem on Mars. The final form would be just like the warrior standing in theser cage. The armor on the body was directly embedded into the skeletal structure of the person. The armor could be considered as part of his body and skeleton structure now. The edge of the armor was sharpened to be as sharp as a knife. "Grrrr!!!" Fei Zi ----- Fei Zi ----- Fei Zi------ The scene seethed with excitement instantly. Numerous peoples eyes had turned red as though they were sharks that had detected blood. The words "Fei Zi" were synonymous with the smell of blood. 28 consecutive victories with every match filled with blood and flesh. "The old rules, an appetizer and warm up for the Demon Lord Fei Zi.----" Boo Boo.... A warm-up match? No, no, no! What they wanted to see was blood being spilled! Not just a performance! The passionate crowd was a symbol of the fiery nature of the Martians. Fiery like a burning me, fiery like an explosion, fiery and direct! The host wave his hands and roared, "Do you think that I would let any trash enter the sacred battlefield? No! No! No! His opponent is a mutated bear from Giverly... An extremely fierce and brutal beast! It has the instincts of a demon from hell and is a horrifying killer. It will rip apart any moving thing in front of it. A kind reminder from the forests of Giverly: If you have a gun and encounter a mutated bear, never run away. You should just blow your brains out, or you will be torn into pieces..." Booommm! Another hole opened up on the other side of the cage. A four-meter-tall giant bear rushed out of it. The floor was shaking tremendously. The giant fangs and teeth brought fear under the light of the sun. The eyes of the giant bear revealed hunger, and this made it even more dangerous! Booom... The surroundings were overwhelmed by the sound of the roar. Rumors of the mutated bear had been lingering around. It was a fearsome beast that could go head to head with a fast-moving truck. No matter how strong Fei Zi Was, he was still a human. Was this really just an appetizer for his warm up? The mutated bear pounced towards Fei Zi, swinging his razor-sharp paws. Four meters against two meters, an absolute advantage in terms of build... The strength of the mutated bear could even crush a truck in just half a minute! However, Fei Zi did not move. With a dull face, he raised his hand and was ready for a head-on confrontation! Boom... Fei Zi had both his arms piercing the chest of the giant bear. At the same time, the metal paws of the giant bearnded on the shoulders of Fei Zi. Was this... a double knockout? No! Kacha..... Blood was gushing out from the front of the bear like a fountain and its intestines and stomach were ripped out. As for the Fei Zi, his body sank slightly, The heavy blow from the giant bear was entirely withstood by him! ... Grr.... The crowd instantly went crazy over the fresh blood. Unexpectedly, the strength of Fei Zi was way above that of the giant bear! With a series of punches, he was able to smash the giant bear onto the floor. The bear was capable of sending even a truck flying, and yet now it lied down sluggishly on the floor. Fei Zi raise both of his arms and asked the audience... Live? Or die!!! "Die! Die! Die!" ... Raston was feeling a little surprised that there was even an Ability X user here. Such things would never ur in the Republic of Caragal. Indeed, the space city reallycked such confident and domineering individuals. At this moment, there was a knocking sounding from the door of the cabin. A middle-aged man walked in with a smile. "Nice to meet you, Miss Lie Xin. Young Master Lie, it has been a long time since you came over to y. Fei Zi is a cyborg that can use Ability X. Young Master Lie, would you be interested in having some fun?" The middle-aged man blinked as he invited Lie Guang for a battle. This wasnt simply because Lie Guang was from the Lie family, but because Lie Guang was pretty famous in the Fallen Paradise. Obviously, if the opponent was not strong, he wouldnt have been interested! However, a cyborg with Ability X was enough to arouse his interest. If Lie Guang agreed to the fight, it would be absolutely explosive. Lie Guang from the Lie family, the legendary hundred-victory king, against the invincible rookie. The gambling market would definitely soar to a crazy astronomical figure tonight. Lie Guang smiled. "Kester, are you thinking of using me for opening a gambling market again? Alright, I will bet a hundred thousand on myself to win." "Keke, it looks interesting. Let me go and have a try," said Raston with a smile. Kester felt a little surprised and smiled. "I have forgotten to introduce myself. Im Kester, the one in charge of this ce. Keke, looking at how you dress, I believe you arent a Martian. You might not be too familiar with the Fallen Paradises on Mars. They are slightly different from the other ces. If you were to get injured, I wouldnt be able the bear the responsibilities." Although he was courteous, the underlying message behind his faint smile was that of: "Even if you are a guest of the Lie family, there wont be anyone who would give you an advantage out there. It would be best if you did not cause trouble for us." Rastons smile deepened, "Boss, if he can injure and cause me to bleed, you can just consider it my loss. Lets just wage a million dors!" Kester was delighted and said, "You are a precious guest of the Lie family. If I were to win your money, I would probably be killed by Young Master Lie. Lets just wager on a hundred thousand. An impromptu challenger can surrender and seek protection. If you cannot hold on, please do not be stubborn and surrender." Kester had seen many "guests" with such confidence that hade to Mars for a tour. They mightve looked ferocious and vicious on the outside, but their strength was mediocre and they were mainly all bark and no bite. When they entered the cage and realised there was no way out, most became desperate. Nine out of ten of them were unable to exhibit even thirty percent of what they said they were capable of. Chapter 236: Street Sign Zheng Chapter 236: Street Sign Zheng Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was an issue of experience. Simr to the performance data of a mech, information could be further separated to theoretical data and practical data. Raston smiled, got up, and entered the field immediately without even changing his clothes. Who was this? The host was puzzled. At this moment, his boss was exining the situation to him through his Skylink and his eyes shed. "Haha, herees an impromptu challenger that everyone has been waiting for!" Boooo ---- the audience greeted the announcement with hisses. What kind of impromptu challenger was he? This man looked ordinary. Wouldnt this be a waste of their time? Fei Zi squinted at Raston. The underlying message behind the term "impromptu challenger" was that as long as he did not kill the challenger, it would be fine, even if it resulted in the challenger bing handicapped. "You have three seconds to admit your defeat." Raston smiled and rebutted, "Since you gave me three seconds, I shall give you three moves as advantage." Fei Zi focused his eyes. Once three seconds were up, Fei Zi took huge strides towards Raston. The high speed punch caused the wind within the cage to howl. Abination of power and speed! This move was already imbued with his ability, and the armor on his body was shining with shimmering light. Fei Zi did not hold back on his killer move. This was what the Fallen Paradise on Mars was all about. No matter who it was or what was their social status, one would have to face the threat of death when they entered the cage. Only the fittest would survive here! "Is he trying to hand me the victory on a silver tter? Die, die, die..." The Martian was growling. Raston grinned and did not dodge, nor did he take up a defensive position. He was just standing still. Was he really going to hand Fei Zi the victory? How could it be!? Bang..... arge noise propagated across the field. The heavy blow from Fei Zi smashed directly onto Rastons chest, right on the position of where the heart was Under normal circumstances, considering Fei Zis strength, his fist would have pierced through the flesh and the bones would be crushed. However, at the moment, all Fei Zi felt was that his attack hade to nought. What was going on? Grrr. After retreating backwards with fleet footwork, Fei Zi stimted his ability. With a loud bang, the ability that could crush the mutated giant bear in one move started to be imbued onto the arms of Fei Zi, eventually forming a strong torrent of energy around it. Heavy Cannon Punch! If this punch were to connect, even steel would be shattered! However, Raston did not dodge and allowed Fei Zi tond his attack onto his chest. Bang, Raston was repelled. One step, two steps, three steps, were taken! Yet Raston was able to firmly stand still. He smiled and said, "It wasnt too shabby; I was able to feel something. One more move, please continue with it." Arghhh!!! Fei Zi was enraged and his eyes were bloodshot. Under the stimtion of his uncontroble Ability X, his strength soared exponentially. Fei Zi was trying to increase the strength in his body with all his might. Never was there anyone who could withstand his fist in a direct confrontation. Never! A punch flew forward! Bang! With a huge roar, Rastons body was mmed backwards. The friction between the ground and Rastons body resulted in an ear-piercing sound as his body was smashed onto the metal cage. A domineering punch! However, the entire arena was silent. Raston raised his head gradually. As he flicked away the shrapnel on his body, a grin appeared on his face. Fei Zi was as angry as a beast and his face was contorted in fury. Facing Fei Zi, Raston took a step forward and finally made his move. Although it mightve seemed slow, his every action left an extremely deep impression in the minds of the audience. In reality, Raston was moving as quick as lightning or a streaking meteor and appeared right in front of Fei Zi. Raston was still wearing a slight grin on his face, and it was clear that he wasnt injured at all. With a seemingly gentle blow onto the body of Fei Zi, a thunderous bang propagated throughout the arena. Just like a rag doll that was thrown away, Fei Zi wasunched off the ground and was smashed into the spaces of the metal cage before dying instantly. It was only a single blow! In the cabin, Kesters mouth trembled and he knew that he had suffered a huge loss this time. Who was this dude? The victorious Raston yed down the victory and bowed slightly towards Lie Xin. Lie Xin and Lie Guang looked at each other. Both of them knew that this was a way for Raston to show that what he did wasnt just for IG but also for the future. They had a long road ahead, and this was him demonstrating a portion of his might. In fact, this was just a small portion of Rastons strength. Among the five captains, none of them were to be trifled with. Raston too possessed a ridiculous amount of power. This vacation was very short-lived. Some might have truly enjoyed their summer vacation, while others were doing their preparations meticulously. No matter which side they belonged to, they would have to face a new beginning. Ares College had regained its vitality. Of course, Wang Zheng and his group would have realized that some things had changed. "Good afternoon, Seniors, may I know where building 83 is?" asked a quietdy dragging a suitcase. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were taken aback. Did they just be seniors? It seemed to be the case. Zhang Shan immediately stood in front of Wang Zheng. "Keke, my junior, which faculty are you from? Come, let me take you there." As he finished his sentence, Zhang Shan took over the luggage of the girl as though it was something natural. "I am from the faculty of arts." "Arts? Arts is good. I was once also very interested in drawing. The head of the Arts Club is a good friend of mine. I could introduce you for direct entry. " Just like this, Zhang Shan had pushed Wang Zhen to the side. This was a ssic example of hoes over bros. Back in the dormitory, Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun had arrived. "The two of them seem to have had a good time. Both of them have gained weight!" "Haha, you seem to have be very tan. Very well, lets continue to fight for the glory of Ares College in the new school term!" "Brother Zheng, there are a lot of new faces outside. There seem to be a lot of people this time." "Thats because of your teacher, Xiao Fei. Her appeal is significant. Moreover, there have been signs of revival for our college in recent times, and this would resulted in therge increase in number of applicants," said Yao Ailun. "Could it be that they were applying to our faculty? "Stupid, the crucial thing here is the schools influence. It was the same for other faculties. Why would you think that everyone would want to enroll into the Physics Department?" "Aiyoh, why are we staying in the dormitory at such a good time? Lets us go and wee the spring that has arrived," said Yao Ailun as he jumped up excitedly. "Spring? What spring? Its almost autumn here." Chen Xiu was feeling a little puzzled. "How could you deny the fact that you arent stupid? These young and fresh juniors are calling out for us. Didnt you see the pack of wolves outside? If you are any slower, you wont get any!" Yao Ailun had already rushed out. Clearly, there were some advantages for seniors when going after their juniors. Yao Ailun was clear that he couldnt handle women who were mature. He would have a greater chance by suppressing his desires and going after the unknowing juniors. "Brother Zheng, lets go together!" "I will give it a pass." "Lets just go for it. Do not listen to brother Ailun. As a senior, helping out the new student is a given. We have nothing much to do in the dormitory anyway." At this moment, the major clubs and societies in the campus had started their advertising barrage. At the MMA club, a huge crowd had gathered, and this was a cause for concern. ... Meng Tian had decided to make a personal appearance, and the reaction was sensational. Meng Tian was a legendary character in Ares College and the goddess from the Officers Department. She had passed the IGpetition, was the chairman of the MMA club, and was a legendary Ability X user. However, the guys who entered the military college were all testosterone-loaded individuals... After signing up to be a volunteer, Wang Zheng was holding a direction sign at the entrance. He had be a street sign. Even Chen Xiu had thrown away his sign and ran away with another little girl. The other party looked young and was about his age too. This showed that she too was a genius. Yan Xiaosu was eager to take over his job. Using the words of Yan Xiaosu, he had be extremely adept at it after a semester of training. To woo these girls was like a walk in the park. However, he had lost the chance to do so at the same time. His thoughts were not able to deceive An Mei. "Why are the signs of our school lying around here? With such a huge sign blocking your face, how could anyone ask you for help?" Wang Zheng moved his head away from the back of the sign and saw a bottle of water. "That group of conscienceless people left me alone. If I were to leave, there would be no one left to be here on duty." They were responsible for this road junction. With everyone leaving, Wang Zheng would have to stay behind. Ye Zisu was wearing a light yellow dress today. Her slender, long legs were tempting to others and she had her hair tied up in a casual manner. It was quite a scene for Wang Zheng with Ye Zisu just standing there quietly. As the rays of sunlight shone onto Ye Zisus smile, she simply looked dazzling in Wang Zhengs eyes. Wang Zheng did not stand on ceremony. He opened the bottle and gulped down half the bottle of water. Only Zisu had a conscience. His group of "friends" had taken advantage of him and left him in the lurch. "Was it? It seems to me that I should be expressing my gratitude. I couldnt tell that you had such deep connections," said Ye Zisu as she circled around Wang Zheng. "What are you talking about?" "Was the matter regarding CT resolved by you?" asked Ye Zisu. Wang Zheng had already forgotten about this matter. "You were talking about that? It wasnt much of a bother, so lets not talk about it. I have troubled you in many other areas previously; lets not be concerned with these minor things." "So what should we talk about then?" said Ye Zisu For a young and beautiful girl to say it in a yful tone, even Wang Zheng felt a bit moved. "Keke, we are brothers. Anything that bothers you is a trouble of mine as well. Since you have treated me to a drink, I will ept your thanks," said Wang Zheng Ye Zisu rolled her eyes at Wang Zheng and said, "Coward." Bang... Just a few meters away, a boy had walked into a tree while staring at Ye Zisu. He quickly left, feeling embarrassed. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu looked at one another and couldnt help butugh. "Tell me, how did you convince CT? What kind of influence do you have? Even I will have to seriously consider if I ought to seduce you," asked Ye Zisu curiously. She had thought of many possibilities. However, she could not really understand how Wang Zheng was able to achieve it. This was only possible if Wang Zheng had approached Aina for help. However, she believed in Wang Zheng. When he said he wouldnt, he would definitely not do so. Yan Xiaosu? It was clear that he did not have such an ability. Other possibilities seemed even more remote. Wang Zheng took a look around and waved to signal Zisu toe closer. "This is a secret. Do not tell anyone." Ye Zisu was startled for a moment. "If it is a secret, then lets forget about it." Wang Zhengughed. "I am Skeleton, so Solon was willing to help me with this small matter. This is a small hobby of mine, and I wouldnt want it to affect my normal life. Other than Aina and Xiaosu, only you about this." "Excuse me, do you know which way is the History Department?" A boy walked over with his eyes looking at Ye Zisu. "Straight ahead, make a left turn and walk about 200 meters before making a right turn and you will see it," said Wang Zheng. Due to the presence of Ye Zisu, peoples attention had been drawn to "Street Sign Zheng", who had been neglected by everyone previously. Wang Zheng was Skeleton? Obviously, Ye Zisu knew who Skeleton was. Skeleton was the most famous person in the circle of CT with countless fans. His fame was second to none, even whenpared with famous celebrities of his time. She knew about Wang Zhengs personality and desires and knew that he would never want such matters to affect his normal life. Looking at the smiling face of Wang Zheng as he answered his juniors queries, Ye Zisu felt touched again. She did not care who he was. What mattered to her was this type of attitude and trust he had. Chapter 237: Professor Wang?! Chapter 237: Professor Wang?! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It would seem that everything was fated to ur. Whenever she encountered any problems, she would be able to resolve it inexplicably. She had long felt a strange familiarity when she was watching Skeleton in hispetition. Since the incident on the Norton Star, that feeling had grown even stronger. It seemed that wherever she went, Skeleton would be there. She understood it now. "Senior, how do I address the other female senior? Does she have a boyfriend?" Wang Zheng was taken aback. Would this be constituted as a proper question? "Yeah, she is so beautiful. Even if she had a boyfriend, one could still chase after her. Who says you cant score a goal when theres a goalkeeper?" Unknowingly, the number of people asking for directions became toorge. Were all the current freshmen this aggressive? It had always been seniors going after the juniors and not the other way round. "Hello, Senior, Im Zhang Yang. I was mesmerized by you from the very first time I saw you. Would you be my girlfriend?" asked a guy who was still pulling his luggage alone. No one had any idea where he had bought a bouquet of flowers from before he rushed over. The early bird catches the worm. The group of onlookers couldnt help but stamp their feet with anger. They wanted to do the same thing as Zhang Yang but were unable to provide flowers. "Brother, do you mind queueing up? You are creating a problem here. Please move to the back!" "Oh, yes, we have been waiting for such a long time. It isnt your turn yet!" Consequently, that particr brother who was holding the bouquet of fresh flowers was pulled to the back of the queue. Wang Zheng didnt even feel like helping out anymore. These people werent interested in asking questions, they were here to look at the beautifuldy. Ye Zisu gently pulled Wang Zhengs arm. "Im sorry, I am currently chasing this man and wont be considering others!" Suddenly, the crowd was dumbfounded. A group of freshmen stared at Wang Zheng nkly... Who was this guy? Wasnt he just the guy who held directional signs? Why would such a dumb-looking guy have any rtions with this beautifuldy here? All of a sudden, their thoughts went in the other direction. It seemed that it was the beautiful senior who took the initiative. Was there a mistake? This was truly a waste of heavens resources! Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu were able to escape after much effort. Ye Zisu wasughing heartily. On the other hand, Wang Zheng was getting a headache. "As you said, we are good brothers. More and more people kept giving me flowers, and it was starting to get annoying. So just help me deflect some of these gifts," said Ye Zisu helplessly. Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders helplessly and said, "Couldnt you just reject them directly?" "What did you say?" "Just ept it," said Ye Zisu as she patted Wang Zhengs shoulders. "Oh! When the prototype of the Wind God mech is out, you cane over for a test drive. At the same time, you can provide your professional opinion on it." "Oh, right, I almost forgot about it. Professor Xiao Fei was looking for you." Yan Zisu had forgotten about the official thing she had been assigned to do, as she was happily chatting with Wang Zheng. Xiao Fei? Wang Zheng had an ominous feeling. In general, Professor Xiao Fei had indulged him too much and hadnt been giving him too much trouble recently. When Wang Zheng arrived at the staff office, he realized that besides Xiao Fei... even Gu Te, Marcus, and a few other professors from the Physics Department were around too! Such a lineup was a little spectacr and pressurizing... "Wang Zheng, you have finallye. Come and take a seat," said Gu Te with a smile. "Principal, what is the matter? You can be direct with me. This atmosphere makes me feel quite stressed out." Gu Teughed and said, "It is not really a huge matter. We have already discussed it between us. I will cut to the chase. We have agreed to this idea under the principle of nurturing talents." Wang Zheng couldnt help but shudder. Something wasnt right. Although Xiao Fei was smiling so brightly, Wang Zheng could feel a chill down his spine as a wave of cold air gusted across his back. "What is the matter, Principal? My memory isnt good nowadays." Gu Te stood up and said, "Student Wang Zheng. No, to be precise, you will be Professor Wang in the future. Professor Xiao Fei raised this proposal and the proposal was approved by all the professors from the Physics Department to appoint you as a guest professor of Ares College." At this point, all the Professors had stood up and were pping. Xiao Fei and Marcus were especially happy about it. Student Wang... felt as though he was struck by lightning. How far would this joke go? "Let me tell you a piece of good news at the same time. Your application to transfer to another department has been approved. You are now a part of the Mecha Department as well!" "Since you will be guest professor in the Physics Department, it would be inappropriate for you to remain as a student." Xiao Fei and Marcus were aware that given Wang Zhengs foundation in physics, there was nothing for him to learn from the school anymore. Keeping him in the Physics Department was a waste of time. He was thrown a heavy load that he had to carry at all costs. Wang Zheng opened his mouth and was ready to contest the idea. However, he was met with endless congrattory messages and did not have the opportunity to put up resistance. This matter was settled while Wang Zheng was still left in a daze. Soon, Gu Te and the other Professors left, leaving Xiao Fei and Wang Zheng behind. Wang Zheng was sitting on the chair, dazed and lost. After a while, he finally looked at Xiao Fei, who was smiling. "Professor, you cant do this. When did I say that I would like to be giving lectures? All I wanted was to transfer to another department." "Student Wang, oh, it should be Professor Wang now. You were able to speak withposure even when you were facing Dong Xuewu! Giving lectures to students will be a piece of cake for you! As a member of the Ares College, to contribute to your alma mater should be a given!" "I wouldnt be able to do it. I might be able to solve a problem, but giving a lecture is not possible." "Hehe, I wouldnt let you be in charge of a lecture on the usual ss schedule. What you have to do is give lectures on specific topics. Rest assured, I will also help out." "Can I choose not to?" Wang Zheng wanted to resist a little more. Xiao Feis expression became very serious and she said, "Student Wang, do you think that the decision of the school is to be taken lightly?!" "Im just trying to put up some resistance." "Theres no need to resist. Being a guest professor could bring you many privileges. Moreover, I finally convinced the principal to agree to your request for a transfer." Wang Zheng looked up to the ceiling. An old fox and another sly fox! In essence, they were just bullying him. "Dont act like a young marrieddy who has suffered a little. As a man, this is an opportunity for you to build a career and make a name for yourself! This is also a challenge for the school as it has broken a rule in appointing you. You will need to give it your best shot too!" "Come over, Professor Wang. Let us introduce ourselves again," said Xiao Fei as she extended her hand. Wang Zheng was feeling helpless. Everything was within the grasp of the this demonicdy. Back in the dormitory, raucous cheers broke out. "Brother, you are really awesome. We will have to depend on you in the future!" said Yao Ailun as he pounced towards Wang Zheng. "Brother Zheng, you are my idol! Its true!" "What are you guys doing?" The tangled feeling in Wang Zhengs heart had not fully subsided yet. Zhang Shan smiled and said, "Professor Wang, it seems that you have not paid any attention to the schools official website. As the youngest professor in the history of Ares College, you are famous now!" Wang Zheng opened hisptop in a hurry. He realized that the headlining news was about the new guest professor in the Physics Department, and it even had Wang Zhengs portrait on it! Oh my~~~~~~~~ "Professor Wang! Given our rtionship, to receive an A+ each year should be a given!" "I will leave the consultation to you." "Can the two of you stop torturing me? Take note of the word "guest". It means that I am just muddling along! This is a conspiracy! Gu Te and Xiao Feis conspiracy!!" "Hehe, its more of a gimmick, but their objectives have been achieved. Ares College will be able to enjoy the limelight within the Sr System once again, Professor Wang," said Zhang Shan mockingly. "Well, lets ask Professor Wang to give us a treat today!" "That is a given. It couldnt be that you would ask three poor students to give you a treat, right?" "The three people were deliriously happy, while Wang Zheng was speechless and tearful... What was this all about?! Chapter 238: Tit for Tat Chapter 238: Tit for Tat Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas All Wang Zheng wanted was to have a simple and peaceful life. However, it seemed that it was just too naive of him, considering his achievements. Soon, the news of the youngest physics professor in Ares College spread. Although Wang Zheng was able to achieve some results, the majority of the people would still consider it to be a victory for Xiao Fei instead. To be a professor so suddenly, it was indeed like making a mountain out of a molehill. Some reporters even wanted to interview Wang Zheng. After all, Ares College was one of the top colleges in the Asia region. Even Xiao Fei, who had experienced many spotlights in the past, was not able to achieve the same qualifications! With regards to this matter, the department in charge of educators from the Sr System Alliance was paying significant attention to this. Schools were not free to do whatever they desired. This was especially so for schools under the Sr System Ivy League, where they would have to follow the relevant rules and regtions. As a form of respect to the school, they were mindful to be careful and had requested to sit in for Wang Zhengs lesson. In reality, the Educators Department had no authority over such matters. However, they had to establish their existence by doing something about the matter. Even if they had chosen not toe, Wang Zhengs first lesson would likely still cause a storm. The professors from Ares College and the major colleges in the vicinity would be likely to attend too. Ares College had been on a decline in recent times. As a military school, there wasnt much breakthrough in the field of mecha. Victories in the first stage of the elimination round and in an exchangepetition werent able to prove much. After all, they had been weak for a prolonged period of time. However, in the field of physics, Ares College was truly able to stand in the limelight. Beijing University was the number one university if one considered all the different aspects. Their performances in various aspects were top-notch and were in the top three of the entire region of Earth. Ares College was more renowned in terms of being a military educator. In other words, if one were to consider every single aspect of the school, Ares College wouldnt be able to bepared with an all-rounded university. "That old man, Gu Te, is simply making a fuss. Instead of properly managing the military school, he is trying to attract the attention of the crowd in other areas," said the director of the Physics Department, Guo Dongliang, in an unfriendly tone. As the heavyweight subject in the field of science and as the number one university in the Asia region, it was startling that their Physics Department wasnt able to recruit good students. Among the various middle schools, if one wanted to enrol for physics or mathematics, their first choice would often be Ares College. Damn, were they a military school or a science school? Werent they clear about their own positioning? Principal Marshall was also aware of these issues. The departments of physics and mathematics held the most important projects of the school and would affect a schools standing. Although Ares College had Xiao Fei, they werent able to produce many results as a whole. However, the limelight over the past year was able to apply much pressure on Beijing University. However, when the standards were set, if one could achieve it through research, it would also be testament to ones ability. "Principal, everyone can see the results we achieved in the field of physics in recent times. However, Xiao Feis ability to hype things up was really too great. She has even promoted her own student this time! We should make it clear to society that school is a sacred ce and not just a ce for one to blow their own horn!" said Guo Dongliang. Guo Dongliang was the only council member from Earth in the physics council of the Sr System Institute of Science. Due to the fact that the physics department yed an integral role in research, Guo Dong Liang was able to enjoy the respect from others. However, in the past year, he had almost been forgotten. The Sr System Institute of Science had even considered recing him with Xiao Fei. This was something he could not tolerate! Were his contributions over the past 50 years all false and worthless? What would the whimsical thoughts of a brat ount for? The media had always preferred to follow trends and sensationalized subjects without going through practical assessments. "Dongliang, our school and Ares College are brother schools. Gu Te was in a tough position. There is no harm in giving in to them," said Principal Marshall calmly. They should have expended all their resources in recruiting Xiao Fei in the past. However, Guo Dongliang wasnt willing to put in all his effort. Clearly, he had other aspects to consider and was afraid that Xiao Feis arrival would affect his position. Guo Dongliang stood up abruptly and said, "Principal, we couldnt just let this go. School is where we nurture the future pirs of Earth. How can we just allow two young people to do as they wish? Just leave this matter to me!" "What do you intend to do?" "If he wants to be a guest professor, there will definitely be public sses. I would want to see what this brat, Wang Zheng, can deliver!" "Hehe, Director Guo, if the other party is indeed without substance, we wont just let it pass. This is also based on the responsibilities we hold towards the student poption. The school will support you in your moves." Said Marshall. "Rest assured, Principal!" Guo Dongliang was waiting for those words. What kind of depth and breadth of knowledge could a brat have? They werent even clear about the rtionship between him and Xiao Fei. Guo Dongliang was making unscrupulous guesses. Xiao Fei was indeed good-looking. As the thought appeared, Guo Dongliangs face throbbed. It was part of a bad memory. Xiao Fei and Gu Te had no intention to use this matter to create a fuss. If they had some personal reasons to do so, it was to not waste Wang Zheng;s talents. A transfer in department was a must. However, if they did not bind Wang Zheng down, the Physics Department would likely lose a genius in the future. Xiao Fei knew that Wang Zheng was someone who ced much emphasis in fulfilling his responsibilities and therefore hade up with such a thought. However, these thoughts seemed to have gone out of control. Curiosity had resulted in suspicion, which eventually became attention. Together with a group of people with various intentions, a good-intentioned matter had caused a huge fuss. This was something that Xiao Fei and Gu Te had not wished to see. However, to settle this matter wouldnt be easy. A fortunate thing was that Wang Zheng was calm about the whole matter. Since the matter was set and unlikely to change, Wang Zheng wasnt feeling conflicted. After the buzz died down, there wouldnt be people who would bother him. In addition, he wasnt a full-time professor. Xiao Fei wouldnt have to worry about it. He would definitely execute andplete the whole space project as this was the painstaking efforts of Old Merchant. It would be difficult for him to give lectures full-time in the long run, but handling a few topics would be a piece of cake for him. Wang Zhengs main focus was still training. He would likely be able to focus better now as he had be an official member of the Mecha Department. Zhang Shans breakthrough had increased Ares Colleges strength exponentially. He had trained harder than Wang Zheng to increase his skills, especially so for his training on Ability X. His ability was indeed a little over-the-top. However, any ability would have to be at certain level of strength to be useful, or it would always be a joke. Zhang Shan wanted to show off. He was determined to not be seen as a joke anymore and he wanted to be rid of that horrendous moniker of "Mountain Maiden." When the training session ended, Zhang Shan and Wang Zheng sat aside while watching Meng Tian and Zhang Runan spar. Their abilities were more mature and they were more at ease when using them. Sparring was also a way to strengthen ones Ability X. Zhang Shan looked enviously and said, "Wang Zheng, I heard from Meng Tian that your ability has already awakened. You just havent found a way to utilise it?" Wang Zheng smiled and said, "Im not too sure if it has awakened, but I did feel that I understood a little about it. Recently, I have been making some adjustments." "Oh, damn, why are you shy of in front of me? Show me your ability and let me learn from it!" Zhang Shan stared at Wang Zheng. "There are still some things that I have notpletely understood. It is still unstable now. Lets talk about it another time," said Wang Zheng. Zhang Shan patted Wang Zhengs shoulder and said, "We are brothers, I wouldnt ridicule you about it. I heard that your ability is like being a battery pack. There isnt anything wrong with it, it will definitely be useful in a team!" Wang Zheng did not know if he ought tough or cry about it. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan came over. Meng Tian stuck her tongue out and said apologetically, "A slip of the tongue." "Dont be discouraged. In fact, in Wang Zhengs case, the focus wasnt about what his ability is but more about possessing an Ability X. This way, his potential is not limited," said Zhang Runan. Only with a clear understanding of ones Ability X would one not make a wrong assessment of the battle situation. If a wrong assessment was made, it could be a terrifying thing. "Rest assured, I will not fight with you over the position of captain. You are the dormitory leader of room 007," said Zhang Shan boldly. "With your skills, you should just stay in your position, honestly," Zhang Runan retorted without reserve. "Sister Nan, please do not be like this. I am also a talent! Why do you all have such a high appraisal of Wang Zheng but not me? I feel discouraged now. I also need some encouragement," said Zhang Shan aggrievedly. "Lady Shan, we can talk about it when you use practical actions to demonstrate your manliness instead of just paying lip service." Zhang Runan said calmly with awe. "Wang Zheng, if you have any issues with Ability X, you can just consult me or Sister Nan. We still have some insight with regards to the theories of awakening Ability X," said Meng Tian. Wang Zheng was the strongest point of the team. That was at least the case for the first round. The second round would definitely be a challenge for Wang Zheng. Meng Tian was curious about several aspects too. If Wang Zheng had truly awakened his abilities, why werent there any major changes? When ones ability was awakened, there would be changes to temperament. Meng Tians temperament and Zhang Runans temperament had been affected by the influence of Ability X. This was the case for Zhang Shan too, even if he had not realised it. Wang Zheng smiled and said, "Rest assured. I wont stand on ceremony." Wang Zheng wasnt just having problems with Ability X. There was still the second stage of the Primordial Regression Technique. He might lose control easily if he has issues with coordinating his abilities. The three of them did not stay on the topic for too long. After all, their abilities were all very good and Wang Zheng might have had his own ideas too. Xiao Fei and Gu Te had no choice but to be serious with regards to Wang Zhengs public ss. This was due to the fact that the head of the physics department of Beijing University and several of the most authoritative professors in the field of physics would be attending it. This was Wang Zhengs first appearance. If it turned out well, it would be great. If he were to screw it up, it wouldnt just be a problem for Wang Zheng. The reputation of Ares College, which had just seen some signs of revival, would be wrecked. Gu Te couldnt help but feel anxious about it. However, Xiao Fei was brimming with confidence. Once the time had been confirmed, it was announced through the schools website. The students from the Physics Department were also curious about the matter. This was especially so for the new students. Most of them hade for Xiao Fei. They might have heard about someone who had received an award for contributions to the university, but they were unlikely to be able to remember the name of the student. But for a second year student to be a professor, this was basically unheard of. Even the students were curious about it. There were also people from other departments who were around to join in on the fun. There were peopleing from Beijing University and the Sr System Institute of Science. They were likely to still be displeased with the fact that Wang Zheng had stood them up on Mars. Who did he think he was? Many students from Beijing University came over too, including some who Wang Zheng knew. For example, Zhao Lingfeng. When he got the news, he became extremely shocked. There werent any empty seats in a lecture room with the capacity for more than a thousand people. To have such a crowd in the first lesson, Chen Xiu and the group couldnt help but start to feel worried for Wang Zheng. Chapter 239: Lashing out Chapter 239: Lashing out Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Ye Zisu and the rest of the group wouldnt miss this event. They were the supporting team for Wang Zheng and were anticipating it. From Beijing University, the group of professors with Guo Dongliang as their leader was sitting on the first row. Xiao Fei and Marcus were sitting at the side. "What is Guo Dongliang doing here? Could it be that he is here to create trouble?" Marcus was feeling a little surprised. Guo Dongliang was considered to be very famous within the scientific circle on Earth. He was able to get along with people well and had some ability. However, his abilities outside the scientific circle were greater. He was upying various positions of importance at the same time and Xiao Fei could be considered to be his opponent. Xiao Fei did not have any good impression of Guo Dongliang. Although Dong Xuewu had a problem, he did know his stuff. He was just too focused on achieving fame. However, Guo Dongliang was a purely unscrupulous person in the academic realm and was a pervert. He had tried to hit on her a few years ago and received a p from her as a lesson. Since then, he had be more honest, and it was truly unexpected to see him here looking for trouble. "If he is here to cause trouble this time, he will be asking for trouble himself," said Xiao Fei calmly. Marcus felt surprised that Xiao Fei was so convinced. He smiled and said, "Im looking forward to Wang Zhengs performance. The topic for this public ss isnt easy. If it was too shallow, he would not be able to please the professionals. However, if it was too deep, the students wouldnt be able to understand it." "You dont have to worry about the kid. His strongest ability is to act like a pig to eat a tiger! He knows his stuff." Xiao Feiughed. Wang Zheng came prepared. The important thing in this type of ss was to exin profound concepts in simple terms. At the same time, one should focus on one or two of the hottest topics and present their own personal views and it would be fine. Moreover, there were some surprises this time. At exactly 2 oclock in the afternoon, Wang Zheng entered the room. The room that was filled with chatter immediately went silent. Everyone was staring at the impossibly young professor. Wang Zheng was wearing formal clothing today. There was no attempt to hide his age. Even if he wanted to, he wouldnt be able to hide it. What was more important was the way he presented himself to the crowd. Wang Zheng walked towards the podium and looked down at the people below the stage. He had faced multiple problematic situations and had undergone numerous life-and-death training sessions. However, the current situation was something he did not have much experience with. Even the face-off in Rnd Garros felt different from this time. However, such feelings flickered away, and what reced it was excitement. This was because he saw his old friends. With a smile, Wang Zheng said, "Thank you, everyone, froming today. I would like to discuss the topics on space." Wang Zheng went straight to the point and did not waste any time talking about irrelevant things. These people werent here to see what he looked like, they were here to verify his knowledge, to see if he was fitting of the title of "professor." As he finished his line, he wrote the topic: General Conjectures of Time and Space in the 13 dimensions. Suddenly, lots of whispers could be heard from below the stage. What a broad topic! Such a topic wasnt an easy topic to talk about. It wasnt because there was nothing to talk about, but because there were too many things you could talk about it. Moreover, the topic was too broad. This was also something that a physics-loving person would be interested in. It was simr to the theory of rtivity 2 generations ago. Everyone knew a little about it, but the amount of people who truly understood it was really few. Guo Dongliang grinned coldly. "What an ambitious topic!" On the other hand, Xiao Fei and Marcus were interested in the topic. They knew about the character of Wang Zheng. If he was serious about it, he would bepletely different as a person. They were really interested to learn about Wang Zhengs view in this field. Choosing the question was like drawing a sword. One ought to be urate and to the point. Looking at the reaction from the audience, they were at least interested in it. "In interster navigation, what would be considered to be the most important factor? If we were to summarise, there would be many answers. However, in my view, I believe that the most important factor is speed. Our research has always been about how to increase ones speed. No matter whether it is eleration, warp speed, or the current research on spatial transmission, we have been trying our best to increase our speed. Till now, we have been able to obtain great achievements and humanity was able to upy a space within the Milky Way Gxy. However, why have we stopped? One of the reasons is that we can no longer keep up with the developments in speed," said Wang Zheng. This was also a status quo that everyone knew. Energy propulsion, spatial awareness, and other rted issues had resulted in constraints. When the time and costs spent no longer generated returns, the pace of humanitys exploration had to stop. "To solve this problem, energy, materials, and many other things are crucial. However, the most crucial thing is about the understanding of the world. In other words, in the understanding of space and time, we have to rise above the fifth dimension. In other words, we have to surpass the understanding of the secondary dimensions. This is the end point. Let us talk about the differences of the 13 dimensions first and I have some new viewpoints regarding it." Once he started on the topic, it was as though Wang Zheng was immersed in the time where he could talk about anything after dinner with Old Merchant. Over the past decade, Old Merchant had left behind the research he had been doing. This had allowed him to achieve peace and calm. In those decades where he waspletely immersed in the devilish research of the secondary dimensions, it was like he was on a blind goose chase. He had approached a dead end. After he was able to calm down, Old Merchant was able to find more time to think. To fully understand a concept, letting go could also be for the sake of truly attaining it. To attain something, sometimes one ought to be ready to discard the idea first. Old Merchant was already many generations ahead previously. After gaining back hisposure, his understanding of the theory on the 13 dimension was able to reach a higher level. Wang Zheng was the only person he could share his views with. Therefore, the world view that Wang Zheng obtained was different from that of the masses, and the exnation ofplex concepts that were built on these world views seemed to be less difficult. Just like how one would solve a question, not many would approach it from the fundamentals and derive theplex ideas needed to solve it. As Wang Zheng spoke with confidence andposure on the stage, those that were sitting in werent paying much attention. They felt that the topic was for the purpose of attracting attention. No matter how one spoke about it, it was more of a gimmick as there wasnt any practical point in it. However, in reality, what Wang Zheng had described about the 13 dimension was very different from the mainstream idea about the theory of 13 dimensions. "In my opinion, we should see parallel universe as yet another dimension. Parallel dimensions could influence one another and cause constant changes. The changes could result in other parallel dimensions. In other words, there might be countless universes. To make a bold conjecture, the 14th dimension could exist, which summarises the 13 dimensions and everything would be rtive..." Wang Zheng had exined everything in a mon" way, so the students present were able to understand. This was because just like what Wang Zheng had said, everything was just a conjecture. Conjecture wasnt the same as theory. It could be true or it could be false and hadnt undergone verification. However, conjecture could also be ssified as one that is logical or illogical. No one had thought about it before. The 14th dimension? This wasnt like the addition learned during mathematics of primary school students where plus one was equivalent to plus one. In the face of enthusiastic discussions below the stage, Guo Dongliang could no longer hold back. What was he saying? The 14th dimension and influences between parallel dimensions and connections were all simply radical ideas. As for the idea of a parallel dimension, that would mean that there would never be any connection. As they stayed parallel forever, they would never intersect Guo Dongliang stood up suddenly and pointed straight at Wang Zheng while saying, "A load of nonsense. What is the 14th dimension? There should be a limit when all you want to do is to attract attention. Do you have a theoretical basis? If all you are depending on is your gut feeling and you say whatever you feel like saying, that is an insult to the academic field. Little brat, please do not forget about everything else once you have achieved a little result. The pursuit of knowledge requires time and attitude. How old are you? What have you experienced to have the guts to say that you are enlightened? In addition, Ares College is an Ivy League school, how could you allow this guy do whatever he wants? This is a criminal offence~!" Guo Dongliang was clearly indignant. His voice was loud and clear and propagated through the room. When everyone was discussing the feasibility and span of the conjecture, they were shocked by the thunderous voice of Guo Dongliang. Who was this? Why was he so pissed? One should know to be not so direct when confronting someone. Whether or not the conjecture was reliable, there should be room for discussion. Why would this guy directly refute and reject the conjecture? ...The crucial thing was that Wang Zheng was able to exin it in an interesting way and that it was logical. If it was a conjecture, it made sense. It was just that the breadth was a little wide and it did sound like a fantastical idea. Xiao Fei and Marcus could be considered to be at the forefront of the field. The two of them were mesmerised by the topic, and this could be the crucial stage that would allow them to achieve a breakthrough of the third stage. Just when he thought he had made sufficient preparations, Wang Zheng found himself stuck in a bottleneck. The problem of having a broad worldview? When they were waiting in anticipation for the surprise Wang Zheng would continue bringing, this "monkey" had jumped out unexpectedly. He had even insulted the school at the same time. Guo Dongliangs act was good. All that was missing were tears and weeping. "As someone who has been in the physicsmunity for a long time, I came here with great hopes to give encouragement to the younger generation. However, what have I seen? A show and discussion about the 13 dimensions? Those are the hardest questions in the field of physics and no conclusions have been made for several centuries. How could you just overturn the views of those who came before you so recklessly? Where is the respect for those who came before you? " Guo Dongliang was fuming with anger. A group of students was startled by the situation. They found Guo Dongliang familiar as he was a well-known figure on Earth and frequently appeared on the TV. "Professor Guo is right, we are here to learn! Please do not fudge the issue," shouted someone from the crowd. After shouting, Zhao Lingfeng immediately tried to hide. He had made the right choiceing here this time. The audience suddenly felt that something did seem amiss. If one purely listened to Wang Zheng and was not interested in the proof that underpinned the theory, it would seem to be as he described,pletely sensible. However, if one were to think about it carefully, these theories had no theoretical basis. It was just a conjecture, and yet they were giving apuse. To be direct, it was just like telling a story. It seemed that there was a loss of control of the situation. Guo Dongliang was maintaining his serious face. "Professor Xiao Fei, there should still be a limit if you are trying to raise your students. If you try to push it, you will only be harming him. You should have done it in steps instead of rushing it." Guo Dongliang said righteously while his sights were on Xiao Feis chest. However, Xiao Fei was calm, which wasnt normal. Marcus knew that Xiao Fei did not have such a good temper, especially when facing such matters. What was happening today? Wang Zheng, who was on the stage, kept a smile on his face despite the torrential insults from the other party. "Gentleman, please keep your calm. It ismon to have debates in academic discussions. What I did just now was give my own views on the matter. As for now, we shall invite our guests up for a deeper discussion regarding the theoretical basis behind the conjecture," said Wang Zheng as he shifted his sight to the audience. There were other guests? There were other guests? Marcus was startled for a moment. Could it be that he would be inviting Xiao Fei and him to the stage? If that was the case, Wang Zheng wouldve definitely informed him in advance as the current topic wasnt something that he was good in. Xiao Fei grinned and extended her hands. "Let us wee Professor Mu Fengchun, Professor Gail, and Professor Alvan." Chapter 240: A Professional Beatdown Chapter 240: A Professional Beatdown Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The audience immediately went silent... Who? Mu Fengchun? Gail? Alvan? They were among the most famous people in the scientificmunity in todays world. Mu Fengchun and Gail were figures of authority in the mathematics academic field and held great achievements in the field of physics. Alvan? He was a figure of authority in the field of basic theory of physics and the vice-headmaster of Ans Academy of Sciences! Was it a joke? Why would theye to Earth??? However, Wang Zheng was not pulling a prank and these three esteemed individuals stood up from the back of the auditorium. Everyone had been looking forward and had not paid much attention to the three old men sitting at the back of the auditorium. "They truly seem like... what weve seen on television." "Its true, Gail looks just like Colonel Sanders of KFC..." Instantly, everyone was looking at their Skylinks. It really was them. Suddenly, thunderous apuse and raucous cheers could be heard. Everyone was hyped up! What was this about? This was equivalent to having the most famous scientists from around the Milky Way Gxy visiting Ares College, which was a difficult feat even for the Academy of Science of the Sr System Federation. Guo Dongliang was dumbfounded. Obviously, he was aware of the three of them. It was just that they would not know about him. Gail walked directly towards Guo Dongliang and scrutinized him. "Where did youe from? Do not act as though you understand when you dont" "*Cough cough*, Professor Gail, this is the head of the physics department of Beijing University..." "The head of what? Head ofedy? How could this type of person even dare to be a professor? He would only lead the students astray!" Gail was famous for being direct with his words and would not hold back his words for anyone. Forget Guo Dongliang, he would even insult Dong Xuewu without failure. Who did he think he was? This was a ssic example of someone asking to be reprimanded. Even Mu Fengchun could not hold back and said, "If you want to learn new knowledge, you will have to learn how to be a person first. If you are so narrow-minded, how can you even be a professor?" "If you were in An, you would have been fired long ago," said Alvan while shaking his head. No wonder the academic fields on Earth were progressing at such a slow pace. With these types of people at the helm, their talents would have been greatly restricted. "Lets go together, Xiao Fei," said Alvan with a smile. "After you, Professor," said Xiao Fei. Alvan was Xiao Feis professor when she was in An. The education structure on Earth was too rigid and inflexible. More effort was spent on scheming against one another than research most of the time. The five of them went up on stage. No one would have thought that Wang Zhengs ss would have attracted three heavyweight figures. There werent any people paying attention to Guo Dongliang anymore. Guo Dongliang had decisively chosen to faint. Damn. There wouldnt be a better time for him to choose to faint. With four heavyweight mentors on stage, everyone thought that Wang Zheng would just sit at the side. However, the situation was exactly the opposite. Wang Zheng was the one directing the flow of the discussion. Initially, the five of them were discussing in simple terminologies. However, this changed quickly and they started using various mathematical and physics theories. There were even calctions done on the spot and quarrels broke out on several small issues. A lecture that was supposed tost for an hoursted for a whole five hours instead. Even the walkways of the lecture hall were filled with people. The capacity of the lecture hall was 1,200, but more than 2,000 people were squeezed into it. There were even more people standing outside the windows and using their Skylink to take pictures and record videos. Some time ago, Wang Zheng received news from the Genesis Club that Mu Fengchun and the rest wereing to Beijing. Wang Zheng thought that they were joking when they said that when they were in Rnd Garros. He didnt expect Gail and Old Man Mu to actually be serious. Wang Zheng had mentioned to them that he would be giving a lecture. He did not think these two mischievous old men would attend his lecture and had kept this matter as a secret. This resulted in the situation today. If Guo Dongliang knew that Old Man Mu and the group would being, he would not have staged thismotion even if one was to kill him. Initially, the discussion between the five of them was within a reasonable scope. However, Alvan was intrigued and excited by Wang Zhengs hypothesized deductions. He was the leading researcher in the field of 13 dimensions, and it was not that he had not considered what Wang Zheng had talked about. It was that he did not have a clear thought of it initially and he did not expect Wang Zheng to be serious about it. Clearly, this conversation wouldst more than five hours. Alvan couldnt help butugh. "When Gail and Old Man Mu told me about you, I always thought that they were exaggerating. Today, I finally see that the new generation will exceed the previous generation!" "Professor Alvan, you are ttering me. I have learned a lot from todays discussion." "Alright, alright. You two should stop ttering each other." Laughed Gail, "What did you want to say, Old Man Mu?" "Genesis Coffee will be organizing a Scientific Games Week in Beijingg. We wee everyones participation. Research is a very interesting matter!" Said Mu Fengchun with a smile. He had always been a proponent of integrating scientific research with entertainment. The main aim of his trip to Earth was to do some promotion. When a scientist had reached a certain realm of thinking, he would not be restricted by geographical boundaries. The ce had been engulfed with cheers. This was an event for the various colleges in the Sr System. The meaning behind it was great and it would create a great environment in the academic field for a long period of time in the Sr System. The students would also find out that Wang Zheng was the youngest member of the science club that had the worlds best scientists. Being a teacher was just a simple thing to him. As for Guo Dongliang, things werent going as well for him. The supervisory department of Beijing University had started an investigation on him and had found that he wasnt just giarizing students theses and receiving bribes, he had also attempted multiple obscene acts and rape attempts on female students. This matter had entered criminal prosecution procedures... Basically, he would be spending thetter half of his life in prison. Mu Fengchun and the rest were actually on a tight schedule. Since they were visitors to the Sr System, they had to pay visits to various ces. After all, there were other colleges under the Milky Way Alliance, and they couldnt just ignore them. However, it was clear that Mu Fengchun and the rest were trying to help Xiao Fei build up her authority, and it really wasnt about helping Wang Zheng. Gu Te had expressed the attitude of the school for the whole incident. This wasnt about putting up a show. The pursuit of knowledge required a rtively peaceful environment. Various mediapanies had controlled their reporting. They had ced more emphasis on the improvement of the environment for the pursuit of knowledge on Earth. Inevitably, Wang Zheng became famous within the school. In fact, this wasnt something new to him since his excellent performance during thest colleges exchange. What was strange for him was when he was suddenly greeted as "Professor Wang" by some beautifuldies while he was walking in school. It was a surreal feeling; it was as though they were calling out to everyone else but him. In fact... it kind of felt great. In the CT Earth region, an upgrade pack was released and avable in the market. 90% of the contents were expected and were revealed in the test server. New skins for mecha, upgrade packages for the new mecha from the Arbiter Republic, newndscapes, updates on new maps, data and corrections for the simtion system and others. Everyone wanted to experience the new content from the update package. The rich yers naturally bought all the new mecha and skins made avable in the new update package. Qin Rong was one of these extremely rich yers. His main ount had achieved the diamond 1 rank. Although he was using the Twin-Winged God, it wasnt enough to fully carry the team in the diamond league. This was despite the fact that his real abilities had reached the level of diamond 5. He was testing out the new mecha from the Arbiter Republic at the very first opportunity. The opponents he faced after every major update were mainly using new mecha. As he had an ount in the trial servers, he would be able to rely on those experiences and enjoy himself in actual battles. Qin Rong was having a lot of fun. This was especially the case for the new maps. Having yed in these maps previously in the trial servers, he was making full use of his knowledge about the small details of the new maps to dominate his opponent. As he was ying, someone from the opposite end had opened a public chat channel to him: Hi, God, Im a girl, please carry me! Attached with it was a video channel request. Qin Rong was delighted about a girl approaching him. He opened the video channel. It was indeed a beautiful girl. She had rosy red cheeks with a pair of beautiful eyes. Although it was due to makeup and the effects of a cosmetic lens, she would still definitely be ssified as a beautiful girl. "Girl, you seem cute. Add me as friendter and I will carry you!" said Qin Rong with a smile. The important thing wasnt that the girl was beautiful. With his wealth, he had seen various types of beautiful girls. The main point was that this girl was attracted by his skills. When the first game ended, Qin Rong left the game and saw the invitation to be friends that was sent by the girl. He epted the invitation, started another game, and invited the girl into the game. The joy of carrying a girl wasnt about what happened afterwards. To be frank, even if the other party wanted it, Qin Rong might not be interested. There were simply too many beautiful girls waiting for him. What he was interested in was the feeling he got from this ambiguous rtionship. As he was piloting the new mech from the Arbiter Republic, he was carrying the girl while destroying simr new mecha that were used by the other yers. However, the girl he carried to victory wasnt the same as those he met in most other times. After a round, she invited another girl who was even more beautiful. The ount was tinum 3 rank, but her level of y would most likely be at silver 3. Qin Rong had a feeling that he would not be able to carry the team. It was already a close game in thest round, and he had to rely on his regr set of moves to steal a win. At this time, a login notification appeared. This was a real pro yer who had been ying with him. "Prince, lets go y a round? Theres two beautiful girls with me." It was the one and only pro yer, Prince! Prince was delighted and said, "Brother Rong, are you being flirtatious again? Hehe, give me a moment. I still want to test out the new mech." "Still testing? Didnt you test it in the trial server?" "There was the sudden introduction of the Wind God Mech from OMG in this new major update. Looking at the introductory video, it possesses a unique movement ability." The strongest point about the Princes famous technique, the One-Two Combo, was that it was a high speed movement technique that could allow him to move long distances in an instant. In addition, one could choose the direction of the movement as he wished. Even if the opponent knew about the move and was guarding against it carefully, he would still be hit in the end. It was just simply an unblockable move. Now there was a mech that was said to have such an extreme movement ability, and it would not depend on ones individual skill like Princes specialty, the One-Two Combo. There were many people who wanted to learn it and had even made Prince their master. Prince did not hold back and taught them everything he knew. However, the results only showed the existence of "talent" in this world. "OMG, where is thispany from? An?" Qin Rong could not believe it. If it was real, wouldnt the world be filled with "Princes"? Prince smiled and said, "It isnt from An. OMG is from Earth, the manufacturer of Hercules. I do hope that it is real. It might just be the destined mech for me!" Prince was sincere when he said those words. In order to use his signature move, he was forced to use the War Emperor V and to equip himself with the Electrical Halberd. If the other party banned the use of his mech, his ability would instantly decrease by 30%. If was able to use another mech that could execute his signature move, the opponents n to ban the use of certain mecha would be severely affected. To ban him from the use of two different mecha would alsopromise his own teams options. In such a case, Prince would have more flexibility in deciding a strategy. Qin Rongughed. "Lets do it together, then. No matter how the mech turns out, with you as my teammate, we will be guaranteed a victory." In his mind, he thought to himself, "OMG? I remember it now. They are a manufacturer of agricultural-use mecha. Why the heck are they meddling with military-based mecha...?" Chapter 241: Thunderous Chapter 241: Thunderous Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Prince had logged into his other ount used specifically for testing out new mecha. While testing out the new mecha, he would likely have various flops. To let his teammates down while he was ying his main ount just wouldnt do. Moreover, if he was to try to carry Qin Rong in his main ount, the opponents he would face would be terrifying... He wouldnt be able to carry them at all. However, since he was on his alternate ount, Prince was not as worried. It should be alright. Although he had only watched the introductory video for the Wind God, he would still be able to carry his teammates at this level no matter how bad the mech might be. After all, he was a champion. Prince was full of confidence. He had opened the introductory video about OMGs Wind God again to try to better understand it. The Wind God was smaller in size rtive to other ordinary mecha as was introduced in the introductory video. As for its avable weapons, the main weapon was the retractable ded fist used in closebat and the regrser gun. Itcked effective long range capability and was ssified as a closebat, scout-type mech. The core system was called the Maic Source Discement System. The projection device was found within the arm. The maic source device could be projected outwards. Once shot out, the maic source device could project a w to fix it into a specific position. Within three seconds, the maic source device would emit a strong maic field. Together with the core device found in the Wind God, a resonant attraction effect could be achieved. With control of the mechs engine and the use of the attraction force from the resonance of maic fields, one would be able to achieve a terrifying extreme movement speed simr to the effect of warping. Compared to the One-Two Combo, the distance travelled would be further while being a quicker and more elegant movement. It would indeed be more impressive. Prince nodded. This was the main reason he was interested in this new mech. However, when one had a beautiful dream, reality would often provide a rude awakening. After 10 minutes... Boom! Prince was attempting to use the maic source device for a discement movement. However, he was barely able to dodge the attacks of the opponent as he mmed himself into the ground with the maic field. What the hell? You called this discement movement? The speed in which one moved over was so slow that everyone else would know the direction of your movement. He was basically a moving target board! What crap was this? Maic source discement system? It should be renamed to "moving target system" instead! After mming himself into the ground, he continued to roll across the ground to avoid the attacksing at him. It made Prince embarrassed. Prince was able to avoid the opponents attacks. This was the fifth time he failed in utilizing the discement movement. The maic field from the maic source device and the core device within the Wind God Mech were indeed able to achieve an instantaneous discement movement effect. However, the instantaneous burst was something that was hard to coordinate. Even if one was able to control the engine, the speed of the discement movement when executed wrongly was at the level of a moving target for aputer! In his five attempts, Prince had relied on his own ability to move away embarrassingly from the attacks of his opponent. The unique point about this mech was the discement movement system. Its ability to fight in a solo match was average. Its speed and agility were also average rtive to other scout-type mecha with no advantages whatsoever. In fact, its firepower was even weaker... In the public channel, the opponents had begun to taunt Prince. Hahaha, what an interesting "feeder". Even the way he "fed" was lively and worth watching again. This match... Prince and Qin Rong were defeated. Although it wasnt his main ount, Prince was still able to reach the top ranks within the diamond 1 league. After facing these opponents and failing to carry the two girls, the two girls blinked at each other and went silent. Princes face was livid with anger and said, "Let me try it out again on my own." Damn, could it be that it was due to him not being able to control it well? This was something that Prince could not agree with! The two girls said in unison, "Lets do it together." Eh, Qin Rong was startled for a moment. He thought that the two girls just wanted to be carried and would have fled when the situation didnt feel right. However, they had decided to stick together. The girls werent dumb. They knew that it was the champion Prince from the video feed! Even if they were to lose some points today, they could earn them back in the future. Moreover, he was a champion! To lose while apanying the champion in trying out new mecha wasnt much of a big issue. When girls yed the game, what they focused on wasnt the different ranks and levels. The few of them had made up their minds and started round after round together. Prince had also made up his mind to train himself in the use of the new mech. However, the more he trained, the more he felt that it was impossible. Of course, there were times when he seeded in achieving high speed discement movement. However, after the discement movement, the mech was either facing the ground or had its back facing the enemy and not the desired attacking position. When he tried to adjust the mech, it was toote and the opponent would have pounced on him directly and killed him with their knives. Simr scenarios were happening everywhere as everyone tested the new mecha. It was also happening in various leagues. Among those who felt that they were the pros among other yers, after trying out the new mech from the Arbiter Republic, they couldnt help but feel great about it. Although they werent too familiar with it, the performance of the mech was truly outstanding. After a few rounds, its winning percentage had reached 60%. For a new mech that no one was familiar with, this was already an outrageous number. After a while, they found out that there was another new mech included in the update package suddenly. OMGs Wind God? Aiya? OMG? Wasnt that thepany that focused on the production of agricultural-based mech? Although they were rather famous recently, they were still known for producing mecha. After the pros, who had additional money to spare, watched the exnation guide, they couldnt help but start to curse. The discement movement of the mech was too cool and impressive! They decisively decided to try it out. After their trials, they couldnt help but feel like cursing endlessly. After all, they were still professionals! Although they might not be famous, they were still known by others. One could easily recognize the IDs of these yers. However, once they tried using the Wind God Mech, they were flopping around in various ways. These were flops that were absolutely disgraceful After a night had passed, the forum on the official CT site exploded. There were thunderous and incessant insults about the mech. "Are they making a joke in the new update? How could such a weird thing manage to find its way in?" "I tried using it till I was demoted, and yet I couldnt sessfully pull off the discement movement even once! What kind of crappy mech is this? Rubbish!" "OMG, I*** (Thisment had been automatically censored due to the use of vulgarities)" "CT, are you sick? How dare you introduce a prototype mech with an even more impressive introductory video on its abilities? Scammers!" These types ofments werent deleted by the forum administrators immediately and was left untouched for five minutes before being deleted. A widely recognised management ount, "Guan Li Yuan," had also posted a thread after the incident. He wrote, "I was able to perform discement movement consistently after dropping from tinum 1 to tinum 5. However, the speed..." Below was an embedded video. The speed was probably slightly faster than just pushing the mech at full speed. It was totally useless. This video was just the beginning. Various other videos emerged and most of them were "trolls" with OMGspany logo. "OMG, oh, my god, please focus on the production of tractors. Really, dont try to venture towards the military-use mech market. " After which, OMGs official site was also under attack. Although it wasnt breached, thements section was down after a DDOS attack. "Get out of the harsh military-use mech market, XX Corps hase to spam your forum!" Simr slogans and calls were on over 10,000 different webpages. OMGs website administrator could only stopments from being left on the website. However, this had resulted in the loss of confidence of potential customers who had real inquiries. The implications were getting wider and more serious. Solon had never foreseen that there would be such an intense outcry, nor that there would be so many huge problems with this mech. Even Prince had expressed concerns over the discement movement and said that it would require a huge amount of time to practice. His other ount had dropped from diamond 1 to diamond 5 before he had some insight on how to perform it. However, he had only managed to pull it off sessfully three times out of 10 tries. The CT executives had also heard calls from theirpetitors about this. Furthermore, Solon had just risen to his current position. The first thing he did had essentially triggered a magnitude 10 earthquake! Was he really fit to be in such a role? Although his past results were solid, had he be too arrogant? The introduction of the prototype mech was slightly overwhelming. However, when it came to business, this was not a big issue. Even if the performance of the mech was inferior, such a situation should not have happened normally. Solon was not an inexperienced greenhorn. His intuition told him that as OMG wanted to enter the military-use mecha market, it had likely triggered somepetition. Under normal circumstances, CT would have preferred to maintain good rtionships with all thepanies as it was beneficial to both parties. There was no need to offend anyone because of OMG. Although these otherpanies would not protest overtly, they would show their displeasure through alternate means. However, as this matter involved Skeleton, it was apletely different situation altogether. Although Solon was able to hold on, Ye Zisu was suffering from a lot of k herself. Chapter 242: Who Dares to Bully Zisu? Chapter 242: Who Dares to Bully Zisu? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Emergency board meeting!!! Due to the need for major capital funding for OMGs recent rapid expansion, their shares had be more diluted and widely held. If all the directors decided to pool their shares together, it could result in a major impact on thepany. "Too eager to achieve sess and shortsightedness! We were in support for military-use mecha. However, as a start, why did we go with something as uncertain as this? Why didnt we use a sessful and stable mech to prate the market?" "Such risky strategies are only used by those unknown smallpanies. Have we, OMG, be reckless too?" "To be able to secure the distribution channel through CT was a huge opportunity. However, the mech isnt ready for it and the opportunity was wasted." "It wasnt simply just a waste. This will even have huge impacts on the reputation of OMG. The normal operations of the official website were affected and various retailers have indicated a fall in sales." "Such a big proposal shouldve been given to a more experienced designer. Although we could all acknowledge the talents of Ye Zisu in design, she is still a student after all and should start by learning," said the head of the design department calmly. Ye Zisus n had resulted in the weakening of his authority indirectly. The opposing party, who had held back for a long time, had started their barrage of attacks. Ye Zisus establishment of the sales channel through CT had resulted in them losing face previously. However, this might have turned out to be a great thing for them! The little kid must have been dreaming and thought that sess could be achieved easily! Investors did not want the Ye familys dominance in OMG to be further intensified. They had also been using the slow process of wearing them down to gradually seize control on operating decisions. After all, Ye Bingwen couldnt be sitting in that position forever! As long as they could dismiss the idea of Ye Zisu seeding the business, other shareholders and management would lean towards the investors in consideration for the future of thepany. Ye Bingwen was frowning and took a look at Ye Zisu, who was sitting at one side. "Enough! Since the incident has urred, it will not help even if you continue to ask more questions now. This was a new endeavour. Although a failure is still a failure, if we did not even dare to attempt, how could we talk about bing bigger and stronger? For now, lets concentrate on how to solve the problem. What thoughts does the PR department have?" Ye Bingwen had spoken and the directors went silent. Ye Bingwens still had some authority and awe in thepany. However, if this matter wasnt handled well, Ye Zisu would likely not be able to intervene in thepanys affairs in the future, especially in the important R&D department. In fact, the rationale behind everyone dwelling on this incident and ying the me game wasnt to be objective but was to make use of the incident to suppress the Ye familys prestige and authority in thepany. By doing so, their own prestige and authority would increase by a certain level. Fighting over control rights and scheming against one another wasnt unique to a bigpany. Of course, this had to be done within the confines of the rules and kept behind the scenes. Ye Zisu bit her lip and kept silent. She was still feeling confident about it. The data from the experiment was still within her expectations... The head of the emergency PR department spoke again. "The current situation has not reached the stage where it is unsalvageable. After all, it has only been on CT for a week. I rmend that we immediately stop this mech model and take the initiative to admit our mistake by announcing that the Wind God isnt a mature prototype. Being on CT was for the purpose of collecting more data and we would never allow such an unstable and uncertain mech to be avable on the market..." Taking the initiative to admit their mistakes and lowering their position might be able to gain some sympathy votes. After all, it was only avable online in CT and had not reached such an unsalvageable point in reality. As they were talking about the details of the solution proposal, the head of the PR department received a Skylink message. He scanned through the message and his face changed. "Theres a live news channel and I feel that everyone should take a look." As they spoke, they switched on therge screen on the meeting room and connected it to a television news channel. Eurozone Chronos Mech Design Academy, Deputy Chief Designer, Professor Cronin. A sentence of words appeared at the bottom right corner of the screen, exining the position and identity of the person in the screen. This was a news report regarding OMGs Wind God. Initially, it was just ordinary news. However, the other party was able to invite the deputy chief designer of the Chronos Mech Design Academy for the show. The level of influence changed in an instant. The Chronos Mech Design Academy was the property of the Chronos family. Its influence wasnt limited to just Earth, but the entire Sr System. "... Cough, cough. I have heard that the chief designer of the Wind God is a little girl called Ye Zisu, who is the only daughter of Ye Bingwei. All I can say is that OMG was too immature and shortsighted by cing family session first. This is against what is expected of argepany and enterprise. In the face of his daughters request, Ye Bingwens brilliant reputation was irrevocably lost..." Cronin said calmly and confidently. "However, if the high speed discement movement system is achievable, could it be a cross generational innovation? Rumours have it that the data shows that the Wind God is able to achieve it." "It would be right theoretically. In general, the direction is correct. I believed that Miss Ye has taken inspirations from Antis mecha and the data release might show that it is possible. However, data is dead. Practical assessments are the barometer for everything in reality. Practically, we couldnt just try to achieve discement movement for the sake of discement movement, right? We shouldnt just discard everything for the sake of the end result. Mecha arent data toys. To be a qualified mech designer, just having ideas is simply not enough. It is necessary to have the brains to determine the direction based on various considerations ..." It was incessant criticism from someone standing at the highest point. In the meeting room of OMG, Ye Bingwens face turned livid. He waved his hands, switched off the television, and said, "Enough. We shall leave it to the PR department to handle it. The Wind God project will be suspended. There is no need to suspend the operations with CT. Since the problems have surfaced, we should just take this chance to expose all the problems so we can improve upon it and decide on the next move." Ye Zisu moved her lips but wasnt able to say a word. She couldnt say anything. The board meeting was dismissed and the investors could be seenughing. These sly old foxes were wearing smiles at this juncture and were even trying to encourage Ye Zisu. Ye Bingwen was able to regain hisposure now. To suffer setbacks in business was to be expected. "Zisu, are you feeling a bit depressed?" There was only the two of them left in the meeting room. "It was all my fault..." said Ye Zisu. She had never expected the implications to be so widespread. A new mech model having problems was a normal situation, but... "Zisu, this matter isnt directly about you. Whether the mech is good or bad, we have opponents both internally and externally. This is what business is about. It isnt enough to just close our eyes and focus on doing our work. No matter whether it is a sess or a failure, this will be a very good trial for you. You are my daughter and I believe you will be able to get through this." Ye Bingwen said this with a smile. Only those who had experienced major ups and downs in life could still smile at this juncture. However, Ye Bingwen did not try to say any other things. Zisu would still have to ovee this herself. Ye Zisu was just a little girl with passions and dreams. However, her thinking was too na?ve. Mecha were ultimately practical machines. Once the mech model was produced, there were still many external factors to consider. The Chronos family had almost monopolised the entire military industry. However, the way they did their business was too ruthless and did not give any chance for others. This was also within the expectations of Ye Bingwen. However, if thepany wanted to develop further, this was a step that must be taken and this type of pain had to be experienced. Standing outside the window and looking at the despondent Ye Zisu, Ye Bingwen let out a sigh. In fact, he had expected it to be like this. However, this would be a trial for Ye Zisu, and if she could ovee it, there would be nothing too difficult for her in the future. Wang Zheng felt a little strange when he received a Skylink message from Ye Zisu. From his impression of Ye Zisu, she was someone who was always optimistic. It seemed that something had happened this time. "Zisu, what was the issue? Why didnt you give me a smile when you saw your Professor Wang. That was kind of disrespectful!" Wang Zheng said while pretending to be serious about it. However, it seemed that this joke... wasnt too sessful. Ye Zisus eyes swelled up and turned red. She could no longer hold back and tears flowed down quickly. Wang Zheng was most afraid of girls crying, especially if she was his close friend. He clumsily tried to look for tissues, but he did not have any such things. "Dont cry, Zisu. Tell me who bullied you. I will go teach him a lesson!" This was the first time that Ye Zisu had lost control. She had expected too much recently and was under too much pressure. After crying for a while, she saw the clumsy looks of Wang Zheng and couldnt help but smile and said, "Im sorry." "Look at what youre saying. Youre not treating me as your closest friend. What happened? Youre making me even more anxious by not telling me anything," said Wang Zheng. "Oh, damn, whoever dared to bully Zisu, I will kill him!" Ye Zisu shook her head slightly and let out a sigh. She forced a smile and said, "It seems that my first model will end up as a failure." Ye Zisu told Wang Zheng about the incident briefly. Wang Zheng was able to understand immediately. He had been busy with his work as a professor recently and had forgotten about this matter. "When Ipared the introduction video you showed with the data provided, it didnt feel that it would end up in such a way." "There might be other factors, but the practical usage of the mech was indeed not very good." For a girl to enter the world of mech design, the pressure she faced had to be very great. In the world of mecha, the norm was to have no girls around. "Oh, really, as your best friend, I havent even tried out your first model design. Lets go. Let this ace mech pilot test out the performance of the mech!" Said Wang Zheng. "You? Ah, oh, right, forgot about it!" said Ye Zisu as she just remembered who Wang Zheng was. Wang Zheng brought Ye Zisu to the Brothers Net Caf. The boss of the caf took a long stare at Ye Zisu before secretly giving Wang Zheng a thumbs up. This guy did have some capabilities. Wang Zheng was toozy to exin. As he entered CT, he thought that Solon was rather efficient and serious in his work and had uploaded the new mech design. It was truly because of him that Solon had done so. Although this type of mech did not have any special decorations and looked ordinary from the outside, it was consistent with Wang Zhengs design and idea. It was also veryfortable. Ye Zesu looked at Wang Zheng quietly from the side. Wang Zheng had entered the mech and both of them chose a practice map. The Wind God was running and hopping around the practice area, getting used to the mech. "How is it?" asked Ye Zisu as she was still flustered. She had suffered too huge a blow, and Wang Zheng was herst ray of hope. Chapter 243: Time to Stoke the Fire Chapter 243: Time to Stoke the Fire Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng kept quiet. A lot of effort must have been put into designing this type of mech. The designs of the limbs were extraordinary. More urately, this type of mech could not be operated using the usual methods. Just like the yer, this type had unique steps. Zoom! The maic source fired out, hitting right on the wall. Wang Zheng used the speed from theunch and his own strength to control the mech just as the the maic force erupted. The force was greatest in the first two seconds ofunching. By the third second, the force would weaken. Beyond that, there was no need to even think about getting away. Thus, quick response and good judgement were needed to be executed in alignment. Otherwise, the attempt would cause a deceleration or even fail to fire. F*ck! Wang Zheng could not help but curse. What kind of damned steps needed to be taken to use this mech? Zoom! Zoom! Ratatat ratatat ratatat... Zoom! Zoom! Zoom! A mech shed like a phantom across the training area. Ye Zisu teared up, though with a smile on her face. Solon was calm. The OMG matter did not affect him much. At the very most, there would be some doubts, but in this day and age, who wouldnt be doubted? It was merely a drizzle. Nothing more. The Skylink rang. A message. Another round of questioning? He couldnt be bothered. ..... that ringtone...? Solon jumped. Damn! It was Skeleton! Skeleton had sent him a message! GOD! Despite his high rank and authority, Solon was riled up. But upon seeing the contents of the message, he was stunned. "Increase the promotional efforts for the Wind God Mech. This weekend, Ill be using this one mech to defeat a hundred!" What? What? What? Did this mean that Skeleton thought highly of this mech? But both veterans and amateurs had already expressed a thorough rejection for this type of mech. Using one to defeat a hundred? Battling a hundred mechs would be a mini troop battle. But in a mixed battle war like this, he wanted to beat a hundred all on his own? Was that a joke? April Fools? Wails and cries erupted in the office, startling the workers outside. The CEO seemed emotionally unstable these days, so it would be wise not to provoke him in any way. Under CTs new product column, there was yet another product that wowed countless yers. The silver version of OMGstest Wind God Mech. This was CTs own mech packaging. There was no difference in functions and specifications, just using colors to create a special effect, making it more morous and eye-catching. But only celebrities and highly recognised mecha pilots would rmend such a mboyant skin. Wind God? Was that Solon being arrogant and foolish? This silver model turbo mech was decorated with a huge OMG logo in the middle. Normally, the sale of new designs would see the highest rate within the first 24 hours of release. But for this model, the number of sales after 24 hours was one. Everyone wondered who this one good samaritan was. Rumors and gossip were all over the forums - did Solon and OMG have some kind of beef? They were definitely pushing OMG into the deep waters. But it seemed problematic, since he was the CEO of CT. He could not possibly act so irrationally, using his authority to start a project with the sole purpose pissing off others. Plus, every project would have to be audited at the end of the year. Even though he wouldnt get into any trouble for doing whatever he liked, it would nheless leave a bad impression on the board of directors. It didnt seem like something a logical person would do. Yet it happened. OMG was holding frequent internal meetings, and this time around, Zisu didnt even show up. Ye Bingwen was under a lot of pressure. The PR department had sent out an emergency request for OMG to take this model down. Ye Bingwen initially wanted to hold on to see if things would change for the better. But given the turn of events, they had to pull all the stops or the consequences would be unbearable. Surprisingly, CT had rejected to do so and requested to execute the contract topletion, with no room for negotiation. Ye Bingwen and most of the people in the board of directors had sensed that something was off. Theirpetitors had made a move! From sparking an attack in the very beginning, to forcing them to push on ahead, they had calcted every single step to corner OMG. Business was war. It was dangerous to let your enemies, especially such powerful ones, get ahold of any opportunities. The Chronos family was blunt when it came topanies that had an interest in entering the military-use industry. But they did not expect that their opponent could ce them in a passive position just by using a simple trick. In reality, from nning to execution, OMG had taken 10 years to prepare, and they made a move only after their space exploration projects received attention from the Milky Way Alliance. Their preparations were ample. But nobody had expected them to hit a block with just the first step. Ye Bingwen was someone who had been through a great deal. In the face of these obstacles, he was able to remain calm. Since they had a problem with their rivals, they could not simply take their product off the shelves. An arrow fired would never return. They had to work on the mech itself. At the board meeting, Ye Bingwen raised his voice. "Since those people are out to battle, we will call for a war! Get R&D to collect whatever info they can and fix it!" Since there was no way out of it, they could only face the music. If they lost, theyd pull out of the military business. If they won, theyd have a new market and their opponents would, in turn, have promoted their cause. At this stage, it wouldnt work if they didnt show some gusto. When the meeting ended, Ye Bingwen contacted Zisu. "Hey,ss. Im sure youve heard about whats happened with CT. Looking at it from a different angle, it could well be a good thing. Since theres no way out, well fight them head on. How confident are you with the design?" Truth be told, Ye Bingwen was a good father. He did not want his daughter to research mecha, neither did he intend to make Zisu take over hispany. He was fine with having a professional manager taking care of things. But unlike other girls, his daughter had a strong interest in mecha from a very young age. It was not something he nurtured as a father. Zisu was indeed extremely talented in designing mecha. Ye Bingwen was only helping his daughter realize her dreams by putting in time and financial support. Seeing that Ye Zisu had nothing to say, Ye Bingwen sighed. "Its really stressful this time around. If we cant break into the market, the R&D ns will have to be cast aside." "Would you like to see a good show, Dad?" "A good show?" Ye Bingwen was not in the mood to watch any shows. "From now on, you shall stay out of all of this. Dont interfere. Let it develop all on its own. Youll see results not too long from now. The R&D team will be taken care of. Weve sessfully applied for a patent. Have faith in my design," said Ye Zisu. After hanging up on the Skylink, Ye Bingwen was bewildered. His daughters voice had regained confidence and calmness. Ye Bingwen shook his head. He had no idea what this girl was up to. Could it be that she was the one behind this CT incident? Ye Bingwen had different beliefs from others. Ordinary parents were terrified of their children making mistakes, so they would stop them from doing many things. But Ye Bingwen disagreed. He believed that people grew from making mistakes. As long as the path was right, it didnt matter what his child did. Mistakes were good. Moreover, who was to judge these things anyway? Back in the dormitory, Ye Zisu was reading all the negativements with zest. People had made the Wind God soundpletely useless, saying that there was hope for it to win the "Worst Design Award". To top it off, there were even tabloid journalists who wanted to interview her. Bad news always travelled fast. "Zisu, are you alright? Why are you reading such things? These people just want to watch the world burn!" said An Mei. As her best friend, An Mei was worried something bad would happen to Ye Zisu. Ye Zisu smiled. "Dont worry. Criticisms are also forms of encouragement. Some of thesements make good sense too. They can be used as feedback for improvement." An Mei stared. She had heard from Yan Xiaosu about what happened at OMG. This was OMGs first and most important step for its ns in the future, but theyd already taken a blow. For bigpanies like that, it was not merely a failed project. The reactions that followed could cause serious repercussions. This project was led by Ye Zisu. If she failed, shed have to be responsible for it. "Its really fine. The final winner isnt out yet." Ye Zisus eyes shone brightly. "Boss, what are we having for dinner toni... This is interesting, OMG digging their own grave!" Fatty Fei was Li Ers most faithful follower. His number one concern was food, but when Li Er stared at him, he changed the subject immediately, when, in fact, he had zero interest in international affairs. Li Er had just finished reading the report he received on his Skylink. "A farming toolspany with big ambitions. Too bad theyre heading in the wrong direction." "Yeah, yeah." Luo Fei nodded his head vigorously. He could now understand how scary thepetition was in the military tools industry. Attacking one another was asmon as meal times. "But it is strange. Why would CT promote it despite knowing it wouldnt work? Does OMG have other rivals?" Li Er nced at him coldly. Once the Chronos family took action, everybody else could only stand by and watch. If the CT incident was not done by his people, it could only be Solon himself. It was a pity the men he nted there had been asked to leave. ....OMG itself? They were that confident about this mech? Li Er had an odd feeling. He liked watching his prey struggle, but he didnt like it if they did something he couldnt understand. "Maybe theyre taking a gamble," Fatty said to himself. Li Er nodded. It could only be understood this way. But he still could not shake that odd feeling off. "Boss, any rewards for doing well at IG?" Fatty asked, gleaming. "Who are you eyeing this time around? Can you have a little backbone? Last time, you only asked for an autograph, what a waste!" Li Er could not stand him. He thought Fatty wanted to do something obscene, so he had paid 5 million dors for it. That one night had a huge price tag. Surely some things could not be achieved with wealth. The status of the Chronos family was key. Nobody dared offend them. Luo Fei scratched his head. "I wanted to do something, but the moment I saw her, I lost all my energy and soul. I was left with just skins." Li Erughed. He had forgotten that Luo Feis ability was in the phase of rapid advancement and that he could finally see what others were capable of. Women like her were simply flesh and bones with a rotten soul. No one with Ability X would be interested. Chapter 244: Old Deer’s Solo Fighting Dream Chapter 244: Old Deers Solo Fighting Dream Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas At Ares College, Wang Zheng and friends were getting better in their group training. Their equipment might not have been the best, but that made them cherish it even more. They would pay more attention and feel things in greater detail when operating the mechs. After two hours of training, they were all hot and sweaty. In Zhang Shans case, using Ability X once a day was pretty good. But this one-time use was important. He had to pay close attention and get it right based on memories and grasp it well. After all, Zhang Shan was no simpleton. "Well, somehow I feel that I perform better with Wang Zheng around. The ability flows through better," Zhang Shan said as he gulped water down. "I feel so too!" "Same." Meng Tian and Zhang Runan chimed in agreement. Wang Zheng did not know whether tough or to cry at this. "Dont look at me that way. Im not cake." Wang Zheng was aware that his ability had awakened, it was just that there were issues when he used it. For some reason, his Ability X was... too powerful. His body could not take it. It was okay if he were to use mental strength, but when it converted to Ability X, things were tougher. This could also be the reason why he hadnt made any breakthroughs in the past. It was his bodys defense mechanism. Right now, only training the Primordial Regression Technique could help. "Even then, the effects are pretty good. This time around, we will stand a chance in a fight!" Zhang Shan was full of ambition. "Lets hope that youll be able to move a meter when the battle begins. Otherwise, well just be there to watch others fight," Zhang Runan said. Making the mech move was a heavy burden for Zhang Shan, but he was making improvements every day. "Hah. Sister Nan... Hey, did you guys notice? Sister Nan seems to have be more good-looking." "Are you itching to be beaten up, Zhang Shan?" Zhang Runan raised her brows. "Really! I swear to the heavens!" "Yeah! Nicer, gentler curves." "Hehe. Are you guys looking for a treat? Alright then, dinners on me." "Long live Sister Nan!" Zhang Runan knew that her Ability was stabilizing. Just as Zhang Shan said, Wang Zheng was like some sort of energy source, enriching those around him. Deep inside, Wang Zheng knew that this was actually caused by his powerful ability causing a reaction in others when used and amplified in the surroundings, and not some kind of enhancing ability. If only he could use his ability as he wished... it would be such a wonderful thing. The war god Bonehead talked about... would truly exist. That night, the official CT site made an announcement that went viral instantaneously. Never was there ever a public announcement that could go so crazily viral that in just half an hour, close to ten million people had replied. Skeleton wanted to take on a hundred people on his own! The officials wanted to pick a hundred candidates from Earth to take part in this battle. This was definitely something that would make people go nuts. One against one hundred? Was that even possible? The answer was definitely no. No one type of mech could withstand a battle like that. Had he never heard of concentrated fire? No one could blow up a mech with just one shot, let alone the worstser guns. Closebat? Everybody would be usingser rifles. Even if they were to stand still for you to attack, the mech would run out of energy! If it were anyone else, everybody would think it was an act of an insane person, but... this was Devil King Skeleton! The entire Earth region was impassioned. More urately, yers from the Moon and other areas were all fired up. They had all flocked to sign up, but it was limited to Earth yers only. Other areas could only watch. Who was the most excited? Who was the most agitated? Who remained the most logical? Old Deer! Only Old Deer! The Deer God had decisively sent out an invitation to everyone in his district. It was time to put Skeletons winning streak to an end. He, the legendary, undefeatable Deer God, was finally making a move. Old Deer had made it clear long ago that the day he took action would be the time Skeletons tale woulde to an end. He wanted to take on Skeleton one on one!!! ... a one-on-one battle with 99 bodyguards! Still a one-on-one! The best part was, he had obtained 50 ces from Solon. Of course, it was unclear what methods he had used to get hold of them. The conditions Solonid out were simple: ranked above tinum, more than two years of battle experience, whether they were solo or team yers didnt matter. Qualified yers were randomly selected. The lucky chosen ones would get an opportunity to end Skeleton and be a war god. Want to take on a leading role? Bring it on! Old Deers deep voice had attractive qualities in it. Never think that Old Deercked supporters. On the contrary, his fans had formed a group called the Deer Isle, and Old Deer was the Isles owner. Countless yers went crazy over these 99 ces. This was going to be a grand event. The major forums had calcted and put up the winning rates. Apart from the Shadow Executioner MK, there were no other mechs that possessed solo battle capabilities that could aplish this. Plus, it would be highly stressful since a carpet search could be conducted within the conventional battle maps with a hundred people. Moreover, Old Deer was a truly deserving leader. Given how well he understood Skeleton, he would definitelye up with a strategy to deal with him specifically. Old Deer had given word that he would definitely defeat Skeleton. If Skeleton could beat him under such circumstances, he would drink a hundred cartons of milk. An average person would be killed with less than a hundred cartons. Old Deer was betting on his life! Was there a need for that? If he were to back out, he could forget about staying on in thementary industry. Was he just so confident? Or was that pre-battle pressure? The amount of attention this battle was receiving was unprecedented; it had far exceeded everything else. Of course, the Skeleton Corps did not take that lying down. Being thergest group in the Sr System, with members from many other districts, they were also busy recruiting. Spies? Instigators? All sorts of tricks and strategies,menting on all types of mech. Ten vs a hundred would do fine, but one... Even if the technology existed, it couldnt be put to use. Was it just a joke that had been taken too far? Spies, instigation, it could all be a joke. But everyone just could not seem toe up with other possibilities. Hercules? Courting death! Wargod No. 1? Not even close! Gold Guardian? Dream on! yer? No! The yer would be useful for moving in short distances, but the movement was limited to a straight line and it wouldnt be quick enough. With a hundred mecha to battle, it would only mean death. Jungle Scamper? Probably the only one with some hope. But the settings would have to be a jungle, one as huge as possible, for it to pull tricks and mount sneak attacks. Yet... it still wouldnt be reliable. Itd be done for if the opponent used a couple more scout-type mechs. The entry requirement was to be tinum rank. One-on-one battles may require finer techniques, but in this case, tinum would be more than enough. Those who managed to make it to this level possessed good understanding of mecha and had their own opinions. They were actually pretty solid yers. Was that insanity or the ways of a god? The Milky Way Alliance Science Representation Team, led by Mu Fengchun, hadpleted their academic exchange and visit to the Sr System. Their unexpected visit was a huge form of encouragement to the Sr Systems scientific world. The press conference was held on the Moon and was attended by scientists from hundreds of different areas of study. Mu Fengchun was on the chairpersons seat, answering question after questions posed by journalists. "Professor Mu, what do you think are the differences between the scientific environment here in the Sr System aspared to that of the Milky Way Alliance?" Mu Fengchun smiled and answered, "To me, the concept of difference does not exist. Every district has its own bottleneck and development periods. Right now, the Sr System is walking out of its slump. For example, in terms of space physics, the Sr System has opened up a whole new world for humankind. Their great contributions make them the leader in this aspect." p p p p... Deafening apuse ruptured. Given Mu Fengchuns status, hispliments were of great significance to the Sr Systems scientific world. And it affirmed the Sr Systems contributions to space physics. Following that, the other scientists reported their insights on this visit andmented on the results. They were all professional, scientific talks. When the press conference ended, the farewell partymenced. This visit was a sessful and fruitful one. Many partnerships were formed. It could be seen as a step forward for the Sr Systems return to the stage of the Milky Way Alliance. Ai Te, the Chairperson of the Sr System Federation, also attended the farewell party, honoring the event. "Professor Mu, the Sr System wees you any time," the Chairperson said passionately while gripping Mu Fengchuns hand tightly, shaking it again and again. The elections were due next year, and in his term as Chairperson, he had managed to form many coborations with top-notch scientists like Mu Fengchun. Now he had many more things to emphasise and talk about in his campaign to run for the position for another term. Mu Fengchun replied, smiling, "The Sr System is very passionate about science. I shall visit again." "Please do so." "I will." After the Chairperson, came the chief of defense, Yutak. "Professor Mu, it has been very pleasant working with you. We wee you back here any time." "Yes, I will." One by one, the officials shook hands and chatted. It wasnt just Mu Fengchun. The other scientists also had their hands shaken. On the other end, journalists and photographers from all over the Sr System were taking pictures and recording this scene. It was an important moment for the Sr System. It had been a long time since theyst worked so closely with the top scientists from the Milky Way Alliance. The officials represented authority, and this news story would be fantastic in helping the public gain confidence. The Sr System rising once more, regaining significance in the Milky Way in terms of politics and in science. The scientist representatives naturally yed the most important role. Professor Xiao Fei - everybody knew for a fact that Mu Fengchun and the rest were all here because of her. On a deeper level, Xiao Fei and her teams potential had an extremely important ce in the future of science. The Sr System had three members in the top scientists club, and all three were in Xiao Feis team. It seemed like the Sr System Science College had to find a new ce. The grand event was broadcasted live across the entire Sr System. The host of the live broadcast introduced the founding andtest developments of the Sr System space project in detail. Once again, the whole Sr System was shown thetest development of the space project in full. Little Fortune Star Company. On the stock market, in a mere thirty minutes, Little Fortune Star Companys stock value skyrocketed to the maximum threshold. OMG also came close to arriving at the highest possible value. This allowed OMG, who was troubled by the new mech developments, to take a short breather. Because of the negative impacts they had been faced with, OMGs growth in the future was not too optimistic, unlike smallpanies like Little Fortune Star that had a long way to go and much more room for growth. As of now, to this extremely fortunate smallpany, the owners only trouble was how it should spend its money. No doubt, this trouble was in itself a blessing. Chapter 245: Destined Battle Determining One’s Future! Chapter 245: Destined Battle Determining Ones Future! (Rags or Riches!) Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas When Mu Fengchun got into the ship sent by the Milky Way Alliance, it was finally quiet. He let out a long sigh as the ship slowly began to move. They left the Moons space station and were gradually guided out and away from the Moons gravitational field. Eyes closed, quietly resting... or at least that was what it seemed. A ray of light invisible to the naked eye emitted from Mu Fengchuns Skylink and scanned the entire lounge. Momentster, the Skylink vibrated. Mu Fengchun opened his eyes and swiped the Skylink screen, opening up the contact. "Mr. J." Voice confirmation. The screen split open and the voice was confirmed, opening the hidden contact "Mr. J". "Dial." Bustling noises came through the Skylink. A pitch ck screen opened up. Mu Fengchun perked up instantly. He was rather aloof when dealing with the Chairperson and other officials. But now, his expression showed admiration. "Teacher... Yes... Iming back. Its been done... Dont worry, the follow-up ns..." In the history of mankind, whether in times of peace or war, there would always be groups with small numbers but with extraordinary power and influence. It was finally time for the second stage of IG. The original members and new members added up to a total of 72 people. This second phase was mainly focused on mech control. 12 people would be chosen to form a team to represent the Sr System andpete for the title of Best Mech Warrior in the Milky Way. And of course, based on the results from phases one and two, candidates would be chosen to run for the position of team captain, from which military representatives and team members would vote and choose their captain. This person would then, for a long time toe, represent the highest standards of the Sr System Federal Military College. Endless glory! Wang Zheng and friends received a notice. As Zhuo Mu looked at the notice, tears welled up in his eyes. He wanted to say some words of encouragement, but in the end, he didnt say a thing. This group of youngsters were doing great. Theyd be greeted by sess wherever they went. On the other hand, Luomu remained calm. "Believe in yourselves. Realize what youre capable of. Youre all victors!" That marked the end of training in college. The next three days were meant for them to rest and get ready. Luomu and Zhuo Mu were going to get a drink. Theyd done everything within their limits. "Old pal, cheers! To the kids victory!" Zhuo Mu said, with an air of arrogance. "Even though our conditions arent great, these four children have put in their best. As long as they show what they are capable of, itll be enough. Safety first." Luomu smiled. He was not a military man, so his way of thinking differed from Zhuo Mus. Zhuo Mu burst outughing. "A hero alive and a hero dead! They have to do this with the spirit of fighting till death and show IG something different!" Throughout all these years, IG had been manipted by the same few forces. Thework of talents and the resources to nurture them were all supported by big financial groups. The reason for Ares Colleges gradual demise was theirck of backing in this area. Gu Te was not willing to let politics and financial benefits take control of the college, which, in turn, made Ares College suffer inpetitiveness. This phenomena was bingmon. Had themon peoplepletely lost their powers? Ye Zisu and Yan Xiaosu were already waiting for Wang Zheng. There was a huge battle that night. "Wheres An Mei?" Ye Zisu smiled. "Shopping," Yan Xiaosu replied. It was evident that Yan Xiaosu held a tight lip about Wang Zhengs other identity. Even towards An Mei, many a times Yan Xiaosu prioritised his brother over her. "I heard that OMG was unable to have a say on internal matters. Zisu, I think its time your family increases your stakes in thepany, especially in financial terms. This thing will have a great impact in theter stages of thepanys development." Yan Xiaosu exined. A person grows and changes very quickly. Over the past year or so, Yan Xiaosu did not merely fool around in school. He had learned a great deal, and hispanys growth had opened his eyes to a world beyond. He was talented in this area, and he had his own views on certain matters. "Easier said than done," said Ye Zisu. "Heh. Oh, Ive been meaning to tell you. I started a daughterpany that has been buying yourpanys stocks on the free market. Of which, there are two major stockholder options, and they add up to roughly 20 percent of the total stock units. Coupled with the 39 percent your family owns, youd have thergest share if the deal goes well. Ill transfer the stock ownership to you," Yan Xiaosu said, gleaming. As OMG Company was faced with a series of problems, especially getting off on the wrong foot of the Chronos family, a number of stockholders considered pulling out, and Yan Xiaosu took hold of these opportunities. Of course, the stock options itself involved some degree of financial risk. Seeing Ye Zisu bewildered, Yan Xiaosu shrugged. "Alright, Boss asked me to do it. You can pretend to know nothing about this. Its actually a good thing for mypany, you know. We recently ran out of ces to spend our money. Now were also considered OMG shareholders, and that improves my status, haha." Ye Zisu was at a loss of what to say. The two people who were most neglected at school were now in such powerful positions. And Ye Zisu was no fool. This type of purchase and gamble was quite a hefty investment, and the risks were rather high. As for benefits, there would be close to none in the short term. If the OMG R&D project were to fail, the investments would never be recovered. "Thank you." "Please dont stand on courtesy with me. Our lives depend on Boss performance tonight. If he screws up, I may have to sell my body." Yan Xiaosu chuckled. Of course, he was just exaggerating, but the risks did exist. Yan Xiaosus hands were tied when it came to his two best friends. Wang Zhengs gym card was not from him - his reputation couldnt make it - it was signed by Ye Zisu, but she never let him tell Wang Zheng. In fact, purchasing OMG stocks wasnt so simple. It was Wang Zheng. Yan Xiaosu was not a prophet, so he couldnt possibly have known about OMGs internal affairs. Even though he had a way of doing business and was great at cutting deals, he could not predict or make big picture judgements like that. Given Wang Zhengs intelligence, he would seed in whatever he did. After understanding from Ye Zisu the circumstances of OMG, the key seemed to be prospects and stock value. At the same time, Little Fortune Star was faced with growth limitations since the tissue paper business would always remain as it is. Hence, this seemed to be a solution that would kill two birds with one stone. In terms of actual execution, this was Yan Xiaosus area of study. As for Old Yan, since the sess of the space project, he had put absolute faith in Student Xiaosu. After all, Old Yan was not a professional at high level business administration. He used to only sell nothing but tissue paper. But no matter how he tried to cover it up, all Wang Zheng wanted was to help Ye Zisu get past this tough time, and yet he didnt want to let her know. The two of them, really. Life and love. Who other than the heavens understood it? "Youre both early. Lets go. Lets kick some ass tonight," Wang Zheng chuckled. "Boss, you better not let your guard down. Whether I be a wealthy man or a male prostitute, it all depends on this sale." Yan Xiaosu acted like a poor creature. Options were a harsh mechanism. It would only work if OMGs stocks managed to rise immensely, and that was not easily attainable even if they got the best of news. With all these calctions in mind, Yan Xiaosu felt that he had a 70-80 percent chance of sess. Believing in the Demon King Skeleton made a poor man rich! While he loved money, Yan Xiaosu saw it only as a tool to make himself happy. He was not the currencys ve. Even though there was still some time before it began, several broadcastingpaniespetition channels had already taken their positions in all of CTs designated spectator spots, broadcasting the event live. And from here on, amentator was going to be a yer. Old Deer himself had the abilities of a Diamond-ranked yer. Abilities and being team captain were not directly rted, but as the leader of the ck Deers, he would not back down from bing captain. This battle was amply promoted. At the same time, CT officials had put out one million Federation Dors and a customser sword as reward for anyone who took down Skeleton. This was enough to make countless people fight with their lives. The chosen yers took their positions very early. Other than Old Deer, there were 21 Diamond-ranked yers, 39 tinum-ranks, and 39 Silver-ranks. The 99 yers entered the ad hoc Deer Isle Discussion Forum. Old Deer was already full of vigor, gantly giving instructions about his strategy. No kidding. He had been waiting for this day his entire life. There was no room for carelessness. He had to assign the troop with tactics and formation. "My dear brothers! Skeleton will most likely be using the Jungle Scamper. But it does not matter. Who cares what he chooses to use. It is most important that we are well organised! Youll be split into ten smaller teams. Ive picked out the leader for each. Remember! Follow yourmanding officers and do not let Skeleton have a single chance. Nows your time to fight for fame and glory!" Old Deer made his pre-battle speech in high fighting spirits. At that moment, he felt like a military general. "Old Deer is right! Skeleton will definitely think of breaking the formation up. As long as we remain firmly in position, we will be fishing in a bowl!" "Yes! Dont fight, dont rush. Our friend Skeleton is good at making use of the terrain, and he may even y mind games. This is his only chance, but if we stand firm, he wont even have that chance! As for who deals the final strike, leave that up to fate! Deer God has made it clear, whoever it is, we will all celebrate his victory!" "Thats right. I, Old Deer, am betting my life. One hundred cartons of milk can drown a pig. So, other than the killer, those who take part in the final kill will all get to have a show recorded specially by me. We will be brothers from then!" "FIGHT!" "Yes, fight! We have to persist in getting rid of his acts of heroism! The Ares Pact is a pact of teamwork and camaraderie! We will not back off! We will sink the boat!" "Kill, kill, kill~~~~~~~~~" It may have been a team put together hastily, but the atmosphere and energy couldnt be better. Old Deer had already used a number of tricks to rile everyone up. Little Skeleton, its time we put an end to things. Chapter 246: Invincible Wind God! Chapter 246: Invincible Wind God! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Boss, VIP pre-orders are at 28 million, with VVIP making up more than 19 million." The staff constantly providedtest updates while Solon stood motionless. In actual fact, hed broken into cold sweat, his back dripping wet with perspiration. Skeleton loved ying such extreme games, but Solon was getting old, and this was a tad too much for him to handle. This situation was well within his expectations. This battle would definitely attract countless gamers from the Sr System. And even close to a million from outside the Sr System. "Just what mech will Skeleton be using this time?" "Jungle Scamper probably!" "I think the Overlord would be pretty good too. Escape using the Rocket Cannon at the right time!" "Tsk. Escape where? Thered be people all over the ce." "The map must be humongous for there to be space to move about." "For a hundred mech battle, even thergest map would have limited space for him to run. But even with so many people, thered definitely be enough space to maneuver." "I received insiders info that the Deer Isle is tactically prepared. Theyre splitting into ten smaller teams and will maintain a lined formation to make sure Skeleton cant hide!!" "Damn! Thats harsh!" Ten teams, nine around the perimeters, and one at the core. Each team given their ownmands, to avoid fighting on their own. The key to a team battle was order and discipline. The yers were of high standard. Coupled with the significance of this match, it would surely bring something different to the table. Moreover, they werent taking part just to lose the match; they were all here to vye for fame. More urately, this was a manhunt. Wang Zheng and friends had booked a ce long ago. The four of them could have swapped for a better venue, but they were used to this. Brothers Net Cafe put them in a better battle mood. ...Brothers Net Cafe was getting cocky. They renamed themselves to Brothers Club. The Boss bought the next door over and expanded his business. Seemed like business had been brisktely. The spectator hall was packed full of people. Wang Zheng and friends quietly crept into their own battle rooms. Right before they began, Yan Xiaosu got nervous. "Boss, please dont rush into things. There are so many of them, just take your time." Wang Zheng smiled. It was indeed a problem in the past. But it wasnt an issue now. In bitter fights like this, a huge problem was yers getting too tired and bing unable to ensure proper physical control and mental condition towards thetter half of the fight. But now, Wang Zheng was on fire. Now that Old Deer was taking part in the match and was beingmented on, a temporarymentator took over. Chen Xiu! Super Xiu was extremely well known in the CT circle. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiumenting was another way in which the Skeleton Corps and ck Deer Team took shots at each other. Student Xiu donned an adorable outfit, instantly inviting screams from girls all over the ce. What a pretty little cutie! Skeleton came online. Both parties entered the battlefield. It had begun! The first step was to pick out a map. It was bound to be chosen by Wang Zhengs side, no doubt. But Wang Zhengs choice made the spectators hearts drop. Wrong choice! Shaky hands? City Battle Map??? God damn! The Jungle Scamper would be beaten up like a stray animal! Solon wore a grave expression. He now understood the situation. It seemed like he was the only one who knew what Skeleton was going to do. The number of VIP spectators broke the 30 million mark, breaking all records held by professional and amatuer games in the entire Sr System Federation. They also broke many other records, but all of these were unimportant. City Battle Map, one taking on a hundred. What sort of game was this? But it seemed like it wasnt a mistake. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun werementing on all sorts of possibilities with high spirits, but the moment they saw the choice made, they turned silent. They couldntment further. No mech could work in this type of situation, only a jungle-type map with terrain that allowed for hiding would be useful. This... While buildings could provide shelter, he could be spotted in a nce. Entering the second step C Mech Selection! In that instant, those with weak hearts felt like they were going into cardiac arrest. A mech appeared on Skeletons interface. A mech shrouded by public rumors. A mech described as the trashiest mech of all time: OMGs Wind God. The problem was... damn, it was the silver version of the Wind God. So bright and shiny, was he afraid that people wouldnt know his location? This was sheer provocation! Thats the response to Old Deers cry for war? But thats too crazy! City Battle Map plus the Wind God mech... The 30 million live viewers were all at a loss of words. A farewell match? On the other side, all sorts of high-end mech entered. "My brothers! Warriors! Fighters! Our era has dawned! Let us teach our little Skeleton friend here a lesson! Fight!" Boom... The mechs roared to life. The battle had began. On the blue-colored Deer Isle side, Old Deer led 99 bodyguards into the arena. That was his way of one-on-one! A hundred different, shining mecha was still quite the sight. For live broadcasts, this team battle was the most unique type of team battle. Opposite, on the red-colored side, Skeletons silver Wind God took the stage. Boom... The shiny, brilliant rays were exceptionally ring under the sun. It was as if he was worried his opponents couldnt locate him. Wang Zheng put the mech into movement. He still didnt have the opportunity to try things out since his Ability X awakening. Faced with so many opponents, it would take up a fair amount of energy on his part just to destroy the opponents energy shields. This would be a good test for him to show his might. He had to figure out his limits anyway. "Attention all teams. Fan out and advance. Scouts and supports,mence full search. Do not rush when you spot Little Skeleton. Surround him first, then act! Capture the fish in the bowl!" Old Deers voice was loud and clear. In that very moment, the Deer Isle was energised. Skeleton pulled out hisser gun. Before the match began, a hundred mecha may have been merely a numerical concept to everyone. But upon seeing the actual scene, they now understood how grand and imposing a hundred mech warriors in a tiny city area was. Especially when these mech warriors formed up to conduct a search, it gave them a feeling of hopelessness. No mech could ever resist such a force. Just then, bam bam bam! The Wind God fired theser gun into the sky. Deer Isle Team, in the middle of their search, was stunned. Old Deer chuckled. "Little Skeleton has challenged us! Since he cant wait, lets not stand on courtesy. Charge!" In that instant, a hundred mech warriors moved towards theser rays at high speed. A hundred mech warriors activating in the city made them all feel good. The spectators were all impassioned before it even started. The target was just up front! When he was done shooting, Wang Zheng tossed theser gun aside. This... What was going on??? There were noments in the live broadcast. Even Solon, who was aware of the situation, was now at a loss. Yan Xiaosus jaw dropped. ... What was Boss doing??? He didnt want to go bankrupt. He wanted to be a wealthy man! Ye Zisu clenched her tiny fists. She knew what Wang Zheng was up to. But training was one thing, actually fighting was another. Many moves could change under external influences. "Team One is near target! Other teams, surround! Dont let him get away!" Old Deermanded. "Team One is within firing range. I am Team Leader Xi Xiaoruan. All team members activate energy shields!" The leader of Team One roared... there was nothing strange about it. Xi Xiaoruan was indeed a masculine woman. She was bold, but she had a pretty face. She was rather well-known in the CT world too. A Diamond-ranked master and a famous host.... Men would need a lot of courage to name themselves "Xiaoruan". The girl carefully activated her energy shields, not giving Skeleton any chance to attack any time soon. The instant they got around the building, Team One would be face to face with Skeleton. At the same time, the other teams were closing in,pletely surrounding the area. "Ready, fire!" Xi Xiaoruanmanded. Ten mech warriors charged out of the building, intensely firing at the target. ... where had he gone? He was just right on this street... They all looked up, only to find a mech warrior hanging on the top of the building right in front of them. The Wind God was using maic force to hang off the building. He fell from the sky in an instant, and, in mid-air, opened his arms, activating daggers. The energy shields had a limitat. That was, they could only fight off what was in front. The top of the head of a mech was the most vulnerable part, but under normal circumstances, it was also the toughest part to attack. Boom... The Wind Godnded in the crowd. A Scout mech exploded right away. Thesers roared and fired in the direction of the Wind God. "Do not open fire! Use swords!" Lasers could not be put to full use in such a close range, and it was easy to misfire. Xi Xiaoruans sentence had just ended when a cold ray fell in front of her. What was that... BAM! A burst of maic force. Xi Xiaoruan jumped. Was that a toy? In that instant, the Wind God charged towards her at lightspeed. Xi Xiaoruan instinctively struck with her sword. Zoom.... The Wind God did a backflip andnded with a kill! At the same time, he avoided all the attacks from the back. In the next instant, the maic force was deployed. Before the second wave of attacks wasunched, the Wind God flew off like a gust of wind and jumped right onto the walls of the building. He barely paused afternding,unching from the walls. Boom... The Wind God descended at a high speed like an agile beast in destion. The mech warriors in the team did not even have time to turn around. Boom.. Boom.. Boom... Three mech warriors were taken down in that moment. The Wind God did not even look at the energy shields, making his quick moves even more agile than before. Boom.. Boom.. Boom... A sudden w attack! Energy shields destroyed! Killed! Xi Xiaoruan wanted to scream in rage, but she realised that nobody could hear her anymore. She had been taken down in the first round. The yers from Team One closed in on Skeleton. Using energy shields in closebat was getting in their way. A tank mech shut off its energy shields and immediately found something stuck in its chest. And a silver ray struck. What the hell was that... Boom boom boom... A kick and a strike. Instantly taken out. Just as they thought he was going to make a run for it, the Wind God flipped right back in and struck them. This was no mech warrior, this was a phantom killer! Chapter 247: The Best in the Universe: The Deer God! Chapter 247: The Best in the Universe: The Deer God! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Sh*t, I already told you guys to wait till we surround him before attacking. What are you guys rushing in for?!" Old Deer was furious. They had only just formed the formation and yet they saw that there was only one person left on Team One. Sh*t, even if they were standing still and got hit, they couldnt possibly have died so quickly. "Card Sleeve" was thest person from Xi Xiaoruans team. From the start to the end, he could only see a silver light shing back and forth in front of him. Then he heard a series of explosions. Unable to resist anymore, he pulled out his own Shotgun Laser Cannon and started shooting in all directions. "Come out,e out,e out!!!!" Suddenly, his leg seemed to be hit by something and he lost his bnce. The Wind God had alreadynded behind him. Card Sleeve felt as though his head was grabbed by something, and immediately after that, he was thrown outwards violently. Hong... The body flew out, its head missing. Zeng... The maic source flew towards a distant roof. The moment the maic source flew out, the Wind God mech took a forceful jump into the air. The maic source struck deep into the wall and instantly formed a gravity field. Wind Godnded on the roof with a streak of silver light and disappeared. At this moment, the rest of Old Deers team arrived, but the Wind God was gone. This was the Wind God in action??? The worst design in history??? This was more than just amazing, this was a super mech!!! This terrifying movement ability wasparable to that of Antis mecha. Even Antis mecha could not make such high speed movements continuously. The more than 30 million people who were watching it live all opened their mouths in shock. They were all speechless. Was this the Wind God? What they saw was the Wind God flying around the city at high speeds, and it had managed to circle behind Deers encirclement team in a very small amount of time. "What is this situation? Is that guy flying? How could he be so fast!?" "Stop your nonsense, turn around, go and surround him. Maintain a good formation!" Old Deer shouted. LOVELY wasst in line. This was safer. Suddenly, someone patted him on the shoulder. Sh*t, at this tense moment, just who could it be?! Silver light streaked in front of his eyes. Boom! "No good, Skeleton is here, activate your shields!" The Silver Death God was jumping around. By the time the rest had reacted, three mecha had already been destroyed. The other mecha instantly activated their energy shields and started to fight back. But the Wind God had already reached the other side of the wall and, with a turn, disappeared behind the building. "Go, go, go, hes in the north!" "We will take the front, you guys go from the back. Hurry, hurry, hurry!" The mecha flocked to the front. From the perspective of the audience, the Wind God had already left like the wind. This type of movement was simply artistic. When the maic source was shot out, Wang Zheng strongly controlled the mech and the gravity field was activated. The optimal time to move was within the first two seconds. The timing must be calcted precisely or the gravitational force would be weakened and the speed of each movement would be slowed. Wang Zhengs eyes twinkled with golden light. He had already circled behind the pursuers back. "Not good, hes behind us!" Hong... In just a few quick movements, he had circled from the back of the building to its front. He sped towards them, ready to kill. Theirsers roared, but the Wind Gods movements were much better than the Wargod No. 1s. The Arc Slide Stepbined with the maic source created a silver reaper! In less than 10 minutes, another small team was defeated entirely, and they had not even touched Skeletons shadow. The problem was, the others did not even know what had happened. Old Deer was shocked awake. "Everyone, gather. Sh*t, gather immediately and keep yourser guns. Dont hit your own people. Turn on your energy shields and stay together." The remaining 80 mecha started to gather in Old Deers direction. But it was not that easy to gather anymore. The Wind God appeared again. "Leader Deer,e to us, quickly, we need support!" Finally, this time all of them saw Skeletons Wind God. He was ughtering one small team by himself. Fox-chan lurked quietly. As the only sniper, he was waiting for a chance. No matter the time, a sniper was always needed at a crucial moment. When he saw that silver bolt of lightning shooting around the field, Fox became excited. This was his chance; his opponent had not activated his shield! Be calm, be patient, and wait for the best opportunity! This was definitely Skeletons miscalction. This was also a special arrangement made by Old Deer to pick him off. Wang Zhengs focus was highly concentrated on pursuing his opponents. Then warning signs appeared. In front of his eyes, there was an enemy escaping. At this moment, should he dodge? No! The maic source was shot out and then the Wind God shot out like a burst of lightning. Fox-chan had already aimed in the direction of his teammate. He knew that Skeleton could not avoid the temptation of attacking the enemy. Yet at the moment Skeleton attacked him, he would meet his end too. The hearts of Chen Xiu and his friends were nervous. The most frightening part of team battles was onesck of attention to their surroundings due to the hectic pace of battle. Missing one small detail could lead to death. Hong.... The sniper rifle fired. At this moment, the Wind God had already rushed out. A problem with the maic source was that once it was out, it was impossible to change its trajectory and hence, its movement path could be predicted. Also, because the maic source consumed energy from the mech itself, the energy shield of the Wind God was very thin and weak. If it consumed too much energy, then there would not be enough to recharge the maic source. This was also the reason why Skeleton could not activate his energy shield. It was not only because he was afraid of it affecting his movements. There was no doubt about the ability of a Diamond 1 level sniper. The instant he was kicked, the sniperser hit. Hong.... Theser hit the Wind God. God!!!!!!! The instant the Wind God kicked his opponents mech, there was no collision sound as expected. On the other hand, it was as though it was stuck to its opponent. But a thin energy shield had formed on the surface of Wind God. Bo... (Sounds of waves) Theser was blocked. "Field Battle Kid" was shocked that he did not die even though he was kicked. That streak of silver light rocketed towards the sky. Fox felt that he was about to be hit. That streak of silver light wasing towards him. Sh*t. One, two, and three maic sources were shot onto Foxs mech. Hong... Was this the same mech? The slow motion camera immediately yed back. At the instant Foxssers roared, Skeletons Wind God obviously turned. He was baiting the sniper. He had been on alert the whole time. Instead, he had merely kicked Field Battle Kid! The maic sources energy was not entirely consumed. After shooting it out several times and recharging it a few times, the energy umted formed a temporary energy shield. Ye Zisu was shocked too. This was indeed part of her design, but she never expected for such an effect. The principle behind the maic source recharging and the energy supply station recharging a mech was simr C except it was vastly weaker. At the moment where the source was fully charged, a little bit would overflow, creating a shield. As it was just a bit of energy that overflowed, the shielding effect would be weak. But to high level yers, this energy would not be wasted. Hong.... After killing Fox, Wind God descended from the sky and, in a sh, defeated all his shocked opponents. Then he disappeared again. Many people from Deer Ind watched this scene in shock. They were here to kill him, but they did not know why they had all stopped suddenly. My God, what was this monster!? Using a mech with such super discement abilities, with Skeletons operating skills, how could they even put up a fight!? "Dont be scared, we have a lot of people. Each of us just has to hit him once and he will die. Gather, gather, gather!" Old Deer barked. They had lost 27 yers already in this short period of time. It would not even be this fast if they were killing pigs instead! He finally understood why Skeleton chose the city map. In this city, the Wind God was invincible C instantaneous discement, high speed movement. His movements were mysterious. Hong.... A maic sourcended amongst another group of mecha. A streak of silver light descended from the sky. Sharp ws came out and harvested their prey immediately. Wang Zheng had to avoid directly hitting the energy shields. This would consume too much energy and require too many movements. He killed with one move and travelled a thousand miles. Before the first blownded, the second energy source had already been thrown out. The instant it got rid of the opponent, it left. The mech pilots who were nearby did not even have time to react. Everyone felt chills down their backs. If this was in real life, his enemies wouldve been scared witless. Who still dared to say that the Wind God was rubbish? This was the most advanced mech, this was the mech that could beparable to Antiss super mecha! The childrens eyes widened! Everyone was fascinated by the silver light that passed through the city. This was a miracle! Everyone had thought that this was a situation where a hundred people would kill one person, but in the 20 minutes after the battle started, they realized that this was a rhythm where one mech warrior would kill one hundred other mecha. "Assemble, get into formation, get into formation. Maintain the formation. Snipers in position? Sh*t, what are you scared of? Pair one sniper with one scout for protection!" Hong Hong Hong... "Sh*t, Leader Lu, one is not enough, we cannot block him at all!" "What, are you asking me to go protect you? Dont be scared of him. Skeleton is just one person. He should be tired by now with very little energy left. As long as we hold on, he will be finished. Its either him or us!" Old Deer screamed. Morale, morale was the most important thing. They must not be discouraged. Skeleton was definitely tired. Even if he was a robot, after making so many movements, he should still be tired! Unfortunately, Wang Zhengs situation was getting better and better. To put it more urately, after almost half an hour of practice, he had reached an optimal state. This was the the gic superiority of an Ability X user. Under the same type of situations, the concentration of the average warrior could notpare. Not to mention that it was Wang Zheng in the cockpit. More than 40 mecha warriors gathered at one block and formed a circle. They stared carefully at the surrounding roofs. Sh*t. A streak of silver light coulde out from any corner to reap them. 1 second...2 seconds....3 seconds.... This was so suffocating, sh*t, why had he not appeared yet? This situation was too unbearable. "Top left, hes here!" One person suddenly shouted, then every sniperssers aimed at the top left corner. Sh*t, it was the sunlight. It shone momentarily into their eyes and blurred their vision. At this moment, footstep sounds travelled from the opposite end of the street. A silver mech appeared from behind a corner. Old Deer rubbed his eyes to make sure that it was not an illusion. "Hahaha, Skeleton, youve finally dared to face us directly. If you have the ability,e and fight me one on one. Your big brother is here waiting for you!" Old Deer roared directly into the publicmunication channel. Dominant, mighty, arrogant! The best in the universe had arrived C Deer God! As soon as he finished talking, Old Deer asked all his warriors to prepare for battle. Based on his understanding of Skeleton, this guy was going to rush in for the win. As expected, the Wind God started to elerate. The sniper had already taken aim. Zeng... The Wind God, who was running at the highest speed it could, tossed out two maic sources at the same time. Left, right?? Some snipers immediately changed directions but realized that the Wind God was rushing directly towards them. He did not force his way through. "Kill!" Chapter 248: Killing Everyone, the Ultimate Super God Chapter 248: Killing Everyone, the Ultimate Super God Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Feelings that were suppressed burst out in a fury. More than 10 mech warriors rushed over, their beam sabers shining brightly. Hong...Hong, Hong, Hong, Hong... Everyone was silent. This was a massacre! Theser swords could not hit the Wind God! Had they forgotten who were they up against? Skeleton was invincible in closebat! Old Deer gritted his teeth. If he was going to attrite him, he would go all the way! After eliminating three mecha, the Wind God was pushed to its limits and flew towards the wall at an angle. At the same time, a maic source had been nailed to the ground behind him. He had targeted the sniper in the center! By the time everyone reacted to his movement, the Wind God had alreadynded amongst the crowd Hong... Another shot hit. "Wah ha ha, I hit him, I hit him. Did you see that? I hit him!" One sniper said excitedly. The next moment, he died. Old Deer had already retreated at the first instant. Sh*t. What was that sniper shouting for? What was the use of destroying oneyer of a temporary energy shield? The remaining five snipers were defeated in one go. Three maic sources were thrown out one after another and the Wind God disappeared. A gust of wind blew through, leaving the rest of the Deer Ind mech warriors feeling a little bleak. Of the 100 fierce mech warriors, there were only 26 left. At this moment, the warning signs appeared. The Wind God descended again from the sky. Dullness began to spread and the yers speed in activating their energy shields slowed. This made it even easier for Wang Zheng. He instantly reaped his opponents. After that, he pulled back the maic source and disappeared immediately. It would not be a big problem even if he was hit once. This level of control had reached the state where he could do whatever his heart wished to. This was also the best mech that Wang Zheng had ever used. The pressure of the situation had caused everyones reaction time to slow down. Hong....Hong... Instantly, two mecha died,...was that a sniper rifle shot??? The gunshot sounds exposed the location of the Wind God. He had picked up a sniper rifle. Sh*t, there was no way to continue this fight! Suddenly, a mech warrior shed and disappeared into thin air. ... Was he escaping??? You could not surrender in a team fight, but... you could still escape!! This brother with the ID "Ride the Mule Walk the Horse" was quite clever! Then the remaining guards of Old Deer disappeared one by one. The only one left in that empty neighborhood was Old Deers Overlord mech. In front of him, a maic sourcended, followed closely by the Wind God. There was a distance of 30 meters between them. Now they were face to face, one on one. Old Deer let out a hystericalugh. The Overlord mech rose into the sky C Sky Cannon Jump! This was his determination to fight a life and death battle with Skeleton! Old Deer was formidable! It must be said that Old Deer was still very domineering. At least he did not escape, and no one would really force him to drink a hundred milk cartons. Hong... Everyone was silent. Old Deer did not rush towards Skeletons Wind God. Instead, he flew downwards into a wall! The Overlord mech was not bad, but with such a full-force rush, the energy shield could not be activated, and without the protection of a special material giant shield, the impact fromnding after using the Sky Rocket Cannon was definitely suicide. Sparks flew... Red Team WIN. Wang Zheng was also shocked. What in the world just happened? The audience was silent. It looked as though they were trying to control themselves and stay calm but... Yay~~~~~~~~~~~~ (Celebratory shouts) Because they were separated by a wall, Zisu could not make out the sounds. All they could hear were the sounds of cheering. Her eyes reddened again. She never expected this. She did not expect at all for this version of the Wind God to be used to such an extent. This was unexpected even for her, the designer. She did not care about the fame. One would know that the Wind God and its performance would be Zisus pride. She had put all her effort into it to prove that a girl could also design a good mech, and she believed in her own talent. Not only was she Ye Bingwens daughter and the heir to thepany, she was also doing this because she had the ability to. "Sh*t, sh*t, sh*t. I said it. When I first saw the Wind God, I knew that it was different!" "Sh*t! This is OMGs pride. We Earthlings now have our own super mech. If we dont support the Wind God, who are we going to support? You bunch of rookies, if you dont know, dont bark!" "Yeah, now you are barking." "Is that it? I was definitely drunk at that time. Now Im a supporter of OMG. This is the mech that will be leading a mech revolution!" "An and Antis? They are all weak! Earth is the strongest, long live OMG!" "This was an awesome show. Theres no way to win against the Wind God. Even Antis discement positioning is limited, while our movement is simply unlimited. As long as you master it, this is the true invincible god mech for city fights." "Movement like the wind. A true Wind God. It really is strong!" Chen Xiu was so excited that he could not speak. The analysis of the video this time was not going to be easy. There were too many things to analyze C from the mech itself, to its control, to the decisions made, especially the various times the strategies of distraction and trapping appeared. When one thought that Skeleton was going to kick the maic source towards them but it was simply a ruse. When one thought Skeleton was escaping, he suddenly retaliated, and when one thought he was retaliating, he would suddenly escape. He moved like the wind, without restraint and as he desired. This was the Wind God mech! In addition, the appearance of that thin energy shield brought hope to those with a weaker mastery of mech control. They just had to learn how to use this energy residue and they would be alright if they had to take a hit. This was such a perfect mech. The name "Wind God" was indeed well-deserved! After the battle ended, Old Deer returned to the studio. Yao Ailun grinned and looked at Old Deer. He teased, "Leader Deer, dont you need to do something? Forget about the 100 milk cartons, you have to at least give a statement. Were you scared?" Old Deer calmly nced at Yao Ailun. "Scared? What a joke. Little Ailun, you are wrong; I said very clearly that if Skeleton kills me, I will drink 100 milk cartons. Did he kill me? Or did I kill myself?" Yao Ailun was stunned. ...Sh*t, could he be any more daring? Because of Old Deers original words, from the literal meaning, he indeed did not get killed by Skeleton. Suicide was suicide. It was no wonder he chose the Overlord. He was well-prepared. If the Overlords designer knew that his mech could be used this way, he would die from anger. "Young man, if you are in a hurry, you wont get to eat hot tofu. Skeleton won this time because no one had an understanding of the Wind God mech. Of course, this is also because the CT official introduction wasnt clear. This is obviously a super mech; why was it notbeled clearly? A super mech is a super mech, a conventional mech is a conventional mech. Using a super mech to fight conventional mecha is no show of ability." Old Deer was calm and he concluded the matter casually. Yao Ailun opened his mouth. He finally understood why Old Deer was known as the "Deer God." Looking at Yao Ailuns stunned face, Old Deer smiled and shouted, "Cui Hua, take away these unsightly things. They are blocking my view." Cui Hua moved the milk cartons angrily. Old Deer calmly tidied his hair. If you want to fight me, you at least need to have a high IQ. Under his calm appearance, it was obvious that there was sweat gathered on Old Deers forehead. Actually, he was relying entirely on his quick thinking to get through that situation. His original n was to use the Overlords Sky Cannon to destroy Skeleton. At that moment, he was frightened by the situation. Sh*t, the way Skeleton fought was not humanly possible. When the people around him suddenly started to be destroyed, he had thought about fighting with his teammates and struggle valiantly. For a brief moment, he still cared about his dignity as amentator. s he did not do so and only ended his life when he was forced into a dead end. This could be considereding up with a n in an emergency situation with his quick thinking. Chapter 249: A Big Victory Chapter 249: A Big Victory Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Damn, who would have thought that the first military grade mech designed by OMG would be so strong! "Ahem, I have to praise the Wind God mech. This is OMGs first military grade mech test model and it has already exhibited unparalleled prospects and technology. I must say, a strong dragon cannot overpower the local snake, a fierce dragon cannot cross the river. Let us cheer for the Wind God mech and sing praises for its designer!" Old Deer, who had returned to his old professional self, continued to shout Skeleton? Who was Skeleton? He did not know who that person was. Old Deer was persistent on his principals, but it had no effect on others. On major television stations and forums, analysis videos appeared one after another. Only by reying the battle in slow motion could they experience that type of shock. You could say that Wind God not only had powerful control, but was also a mech that had to be used intelligently. Between advancing and retreating, there was this mysterious bnce where retreating would allow them to advance and advancing would allow them to retreat. There was no obvious distinction between advancing and retreating. This broke the concept of conventional mecha. You could say that a unique mech with an original rhythm was born. Skeletons performance was no doubt amazing. However, it was the Wind God mech and not Skeleton that rose to fame with this battle, as well as its designer. OMG heiress C Ye Zisu "Zisu, ah, what happened? Where is that guy, Tyrant Su?" Wang Zheng left the gaming suite and saw Ye Zisu. Her eyes were red. Ye Zisu smiled. She suddenly moved towards Wang Zheng and kissed him lightly on the cheek. "Thank you. You will be my friend forever!" Actually, in Ye Zisus heart, she wanted to say something else. Wang Zheng was stunned for a moment, then he smiled. "I believe in you. You were always the best, and actually, you were better than I imagined. The Wind God mech will be world famous." Indeed, Wang Zheng really did not expect Ye Zisu to design such a good mech. He was sincerely impressed. To a people whose dreams were to be the best mech warrior, the people who designed super mecha were their idols. "The beer is here. Brother and sister, erm, did I miss something?" Yan Xiaosu hurried towards them with beers. "Tyrant Su, when have you ever missed out on anything? You came just in time. Congrattions, you are going to be a noveau riche." Ye Zisu smiled. She was going to indulge herself today. "Haha, same to you, same to you. Now Im set for the rest of my life. Believe in Boss and you will achieve immortality." Yan Xiaosuughed heartily. He could imagine himself bing rich with plenty of opportunity to indulge himself in times toe. "We should toast Wang Zheng and thank him for the contribution he made to our beautiful lives," Ye Zisu said. Wang Zheng opened a can of beer and looked at Yan Xiaosu and Ye Zisu. "Actually, the one who should be thankful is me. Without you guys, I might have be a recluse with an inferiorityplex right now. As long as you guys dont get tired of me, believe in me. One lifetime, three brothers!" "Boss, stop being so emotional, I cant stand it!" "Not three brothers, we should be three sisters!" Ye Zisu said. "Brothers or sisters, its all the same. Cheers!" Being alive was that simple, wasnt it? Wang Zheng was the oldest, followed by Yan Xiaosu. Ye Zisu was the youngest. Hence Wang Zheng was no doubt the oldest brother, Yan Xiaosu became the second brother, and Ye Zisu was the third sister. "Mr. Solon, Im a reporter from the Technology Frontline Channel. How urate is the Wind Gods simtion in CT?" Solon smiled. "You dont have to ask this actually C Although CT is not involved in the technical aspects of the mechs development, its effects and specs are consistent up to 99% urate. That remaining 1% is due to mechanical error." "Do you mean to say that the Wind God mech will lead a new trend of mecha design?" "Hehe, this question should be directed at the designer of this mech. I do not have the ability to answer. But I can confirm that Earth, and maybe even the whole Sr System, can finally have a gship mech with advanced capabilities!" "Thank you for taking part in the interview." "Dear audience, who is the designer of this mysterious Wind God? We will reveal it shortly. Thank you for watching." The Skylink of OMG public rtions department was flooded with calls. As for the stock market, you can imagine what it will be like after it opens tomorrow morning. Ye Bingwen was still worried. At this moment, his Skylink kept ringing. He did not want to pick up at all. Even in a time like this, there were so many people who would like to put him down. However, this many calls was not normal. Fraser.... Just what did he want now? "Old Brother, why are you so anxious? Haha." "Brother, congrattions. You have to take more care of this brother in future." Fraserughed. "What? Congrattions? Im so worried and anxious now." "Ah? Dont you know?" "Know about what?" "Brother, you have a good daughter. Shes amazing. Turn on your television and take a look. Congrattions. Alright, you will definitely be busy. When you are free, lets get together and chat." Ye Bingwen was in a daze as he turned on the television. "The Wind God mechs designer, Ye Zisu, is currently studying at Ares College. She is a second year student of the mech department. You would not guess that she is the creator of the Wind God mech. There is no doubt that the Wind God mech will be a contender for mech of the year. So far, there has not been aparable mech design. This technology is futuristic, its concept beyond anyones imagination!" Ye Bingwen changed to another channel. "As one of the oldest mechpanies on Earth, OMG has dedicated many years to mech research. They have umted much knowledge, and this Wind God mech is their first military grade design. This is an impressive sess. They have produced a mech beyond what was expected of the Sr System, a mech that couldpete with the rest of the Milky Way! This mech is the pride of Earth!" He changed to another channel...they were still talking about OMG. He changed to yet another...all of them were talking about OMG. "The Wind God mech possesses flexibility, continuous discement capability, and it is of the scout type. It is, for now, other than the Antis mech, the only mech that can perform continuous short distance high speed discement. This is different from the mechpatible only with Antis citizens. The Wind God mech is suitable for humans. This is a show of Earths technology!" "What is the most important thing in this world? Imagination! Ares College has always adhered to traditional teaching methods and sufficiently allowed students to explore their imaginations. Ye Zisu is an outstanding representative for such teaching methods..." "Ye Zisu, just barely at the age of 17. The only daughter of the biggest shareholder of OMG, Ye Bingwen, and also the heiress to the Ye family. She is the representative of both intelligence and beauty. She is, after Xiao Fei, another genius girl from Earth. She is currently single..." Even the entertainment tabloid channel was paying attention to the situation. Ye Bingwen finally understood. He turned off the television, walked to the wine cab, and opened a bottle of red wine. He took out two sses and went into the room. Inside the room was a photo of Ye Bingwens wife. "Our daughter has finally blossomed and showed her talent. Xiao Yu, you may now rest in peace." The powerful career-focused man, Ye Bingwen, could not hold back his tears. Ever since Ye Zisus mother died, Ye Bingwen had never remarried. His devotion to love was obviously inherited by Ye Zisu. Hong... The television in front of Lear exploded into sparks. A pathetic little worm had actually managed to achieve something. OMGs move into the military industry could no longer be blocked. This smallpany, which in his opinion was not even worth mentioning, actually dared topete with the Chronos family for a share of the market. "Young Master, Old Master is asking for you," Drupe said after bowing. This was the first major mistake Lear had made since he took over the family business. Lear stood up slowly, tidied his clothes, and silently nodded. No one could do as they wanted, even on Earth. This world was interesting because anything was possible. For the whole night, no ce on Earth was calm. At sunrise, the emotions that were umted overnight just began to go crazy. When the market opened, the price of OMGs stock immediately rose to its limit. Technology news, finance news, entertainment news, athletics news, and all the hot topics were directed at OMG and Ye Zisu. They were unable to directly interview Ye Zisu herself, but photos of Ye Zisu in her middle school days were exposed. She was indeed a genius beauty! With Ye Zisus youthfulness, she immediately conquered countless fans. What kind of girl could invent such a mech? In an instant, Skeletons limelight was snatched away. However, this was what Wang Zheng wanted. The most important thing for him now was the IG selectionpetition. The management of OMG was also surprised by this sudden matter. Especially several major shareholders...they could not sleep for the whole night. They were indeed very opposed to Ye Zisus design. Other than not being interested in this kind of imaginative mech, there was also the issue of the investors interest. Hence, they did not put much attention to the survey for the future prospects of this mech. If they had invited an ace mech pilot to test it, they might have gotten a different result. Based on their current situation, there was no stopping the soaring of OMG stock prices. Generally speaking, this was a good thing for them, but Little Fortune Star Company.... It was toote to regret. It was as though they had thrown away a hen thatid golden eggs. At this moment, they already had the urge to jump off a building. There was no doubt that the rich second generation life of Yan Xiaosu would continue, and it would only get better. Ye Bingwen was also a master of the business world. Naturally, he would not let go of such a good opportunity, and he quickly attended to the paperwork. If he missed such an opportunity, it would note again. In Ye Bingwens business experience, luck was absolutely unreliable. Good fortune depended on the heavens and could not be relied on either. But what about the recent events? Purely luck? No. Intuition told him that his daughter had and was prepared. This was aeback. This type of power was too far away for him to even reach. His daughter was so young and had always been under his protection, now she had such power! However, Ye Bingwen would not ask any questions. His daughter would tell him when she wanted to. What he needed to do now was quickly regain lost ground. At the same time, he received another set of news. OMG had a new second biggest shareholder. It was the Little Fortune Star Company who had joined the space project with them. To be honest, although it was a project, Ye Bingwen did not pay much attention to Little Fortune Star. But now, it had be the secondrgest shareholder of OMG. At the same time, they had assigned Ye Zisu as their representative for many matters. This.... Ye Bingwen, who had always been in the business world, had never seen such a thing C buying so many shares yet not fighting for the authority to operate it. Did they possess such a moral high ground? This was yet another mystery, but Ye Bingwen knew that the answer would not take long to reveal itself. Chapter 250: Sellout Chapter 250: Sellout Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The interviews that the outside world wanted were all blocked by the public rtions department. Ye Zisu did not want to be disturbed. She did not mind the academic-rted ones, but those rting tomercial matters were unnecessary. OMG had survived their period of crisis and there would be professionals following up and handling the promotional work. What she needed to do was improve the mech. The performance of the mech in CT was rtively perfect. However, in reality, there would be errors in the operation of the mech. The facts showed that the Wind God mech had very important promotional significance. What they needed to do now was further strengthen its sess rate in actualbat. The advancement of OMG was not only in the rise of their stock prices. Many rted industries were suddenly interested in this new entrance to the military industry. Suppliers and distributors were all exhibiting a strong interest in thispany. If it was in the past, these other parties might not even have the time to entertain OMG when they took the initiative to contact them. Now it was the opposite. These parties had to book appointments and wait in the queue. Those with a little bit of foresight would know that this mech would definitely be the bestpetitor for the best design of the year. If they waited until the designer was famous before deciding to follow up, the conditions to do so would be more difficult. Manypanies in rted industries also sent their congrattions. The reputation of the Ye family in the Earth region, especially in the Asian businessmunity, was booming. This showed that Earth too could be innovative with mech design, instead of merely producing copies of established ones. The management of OMG hadunched just this one style of futuristic super mech, but they would not be mass producing the Wind God C at least not for now. They were mainly pushing the sales of the agricultural type mecha from the Hercules series and targeted the Bata Type V market. But this was not the main point. Many ces would be interested just based on the techniques disyed by Wind God. Of course, it was simply a matter of time for the Wind God to enter the market. OMG was no longer in a hurry. Ye Zisu was almost always surrounded by attention while walking through campus. It was the same in the past, but it was never as passionate as now. In the past, when people looked at her, it was more because of her appearance. Now, there was envy and worship. Even though she did not want the publicity, this incident was still trending. The front page of the school webpage definitely had the picture of this awesome school belle. When beauty, wisdom, and wealth werebined into one, it produced an aura of glory. It was impossible to remain low-key even if she did not want to be noticed. Luckily, Ye Zisu was used to this type of life since a young age, so she was able to remain calm. Everyone had a stage of adolescence and rebellion. In middle school, when she was ying with Yue Jing, Zisu was prideful and wished that she would forever remain the center of attention. However, the more time she spent with Wang Zheng, the more she felt like this type of thinking was superficial. Everyone should pursue their goals in life. This type of superficial pride would not besting, and in the end, she would just be more and more empty. This bad guy (Wang Zheng) was changing the people around him. Ye Zisu wanted to share her experiences with him so badly, but now he was already embarking on his journey. The second phase of IG was of great significance. As a military school, it was useless to perform well in other areas. Ares College could not possibly be changed into the God of Wealth College. Zisu knew that she could only cheer for him silently. "Senior, be my girlfriend!" An infatuated man suddenly appeared at the road, carrying arge bouquet of fresh flowers. These juniors nowadays were all aggressive, young, and daring. Besides, if one liked someone, one should express it directly. Ye Zisu smiled slightly. "Sorry, Im not interested in kids." "Zisu, please consider me!" A year four senior kicked away the year one junior. This guy C he actually dared topete for his seniors property. Was he asking to die? Ye Zisu did not know whether tough or cry. What was all this? Luckily, An Mei had arrived, chased away this group of flies, and pulled Ye Zisu away. "My dear, you are too popr now. Tsk tsk, if I was a man, I would definitely pursue you too!" An Meiughed. "Stop teasing me. What these juniors are doing is annoying.." "This is the price of fame. Looks like this level of poprity willst for some time. Try to bear with it." "Wheres Qingqing?" "Zhang Runan is not here, so shes the acting president and is busy with club activities. She needs to train the neers. You should stop stop spending all day designing. Come and y at my drama club." "Im not interested in that, but...Im interested in learning how to write music," Ye Zisu said. "Ah, thats great. You can join the music club. I am very familiar with the president of the music club. Hes very handsome. Do you want me to introduce him to you?" "You! Dont think about these kinds of things all day. Were young, we should have dreams and goals. We cannot just waste our lives!" Ye Zisuughed. She felt that An Mei was more suitable to be a matchmaker. "Tsk, you guys have all been brainwashed by that guy, Wang Zheng. My Xiaosu as well, always busy with this or that. Recently, he actually started to study seriously." An Mei might;ve been teasing her, but pride filled her eyes. The better Little Fortune Star was, the more it proved that her judgment was good. After she confirmed that her boyfriend was Yan Xiaosu, her status in the family rose immediately. Even though it may be a little superficial, her family no longer controlled her. Ye Zisu smiled. "You think that everyone is as lucky as you?" "Come on, Dear, lets go. There is green grass everywhere, why love just that one strand of grass?" An Mei linked arms with Ye Zisu and smiled. Yan Xiaosu actually did not like to study. From a young age, he was one who chose to copy homework instead. The thing he hated most was to read, but there was one exception. When he felt that there was a need, and when he desired for certain knowledge, Yan Xiaosu could focus very easily. He was too interested in the ever-changing situation of the business world. The recent business exchange increased Little Fortune Stars assets by a few folds. It was so intriguing, like a magic trick. When wealth umted to a certain extent, they could no longer depend on being frugal to slowly raise their fortunes. That was all just to deceive children that saving alone could make one wealthy. What they were ying with was capital and investments. What they looked for were opportunities. In this aspect, hecked severely, both in studies and in understanding. Especially with regards to sessful case studies of business magnates. On this, he was the same as Wang Zheng. They enjoyed the process. Wang Zheng enjoyed the process of bing a mech warrior, and he enjoyed the process of bing super wealthy, especially when it was sess based on his own nning. One day, perhaps what he did could also be a sessful case study for his business school. Once he thought of this, Tyrant Su could not hold back a shudder. This was life. Solon was once again the center of attention. He had created a miracle in the CT circle. He had taken to his position not long ago, and the level of action in the usuallyckluster Sr System region had soared. Sales had never been better. The Earth region,uded as the stingiest region, exploded with great enthusiasm. More than 20 million Wind God mecha had been sold in just three days. Every CT yer had the desire to show off. Whether they yed the mech or not was one thing. However, whether they wanted to show off their wealth or not was a matter of determination. Once they thought of the almost godly discement abilities and the amazing operation that they could use to y with their opponents until they were dizzy, they could no longer control their desire to try. Not only that, the Earth region had finally started to contribute their finances to thepany. In the CT circle, it had always been An, Arbiter, and these few big empires that had the best sales. Mecha from the Sr System were usually sold internally, very few were exported. And this Wind God had actually received more than a million orders. Solon believed that this was only the beginning. With the promotion of this video of 1 vs 100 , there would definitely be more people who would want to try the Wind God. Chapter 251: Fiery Desert Chapter 251: Fiery Desert Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas He had gambled on this without thinking it through. There really was no guarantee this time. He simply believed in Skeleton, and in the end he had actually yielded great results. Solon felt a little embarrassed. This had no rtionship to his capabilities at all. To use a colloquial phrase, he had won without doing anything. The Shiny Silver skin of the Wind God also sold more than 5 million units. This skin cost about the same as an entire mech. It was also one of CTs important sources of profits. yers would purchase these decorations only if they really liked a certain mech. He had earned another round of fortune without having to use his brain. This was awesome. Additionally, Skeleton disappeared again. This was nothing special. It was likely that he would not appear easily anymore. But Solon was not an idiot. He could sense that there was a good rtionship between Skeleton and OMG. As long as he tended to OMGs projects carefully, there would be chances of Skeleton appearing again in the future. Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, and Zhang Runan had already embarked on their journey towards the IG training grounds after receiving the IG notification via Skylink. The first round of the second part of IG would be carried out at Gil Town in the Sahara desert of Earths Africa region. After governance and geographical transformation, the original Sahara desert of more than 8 million square kilometers had shrunk to 4 million square kilometers. But it remained thergest desert on Earth, a hostile ce for foreigners. The Asian region did not have a direct flight that reached Gil Town in the Sahara. They could only transfer at the pearl of the Sahara desert C Jessen City. Before leaving, the principal treated Wang Zheng and his group to a meal at the best hotel in the capital. "Just do your best. Let others remember you. Our Ares College is also a famous school with a few hundred years of history!" Gu Te was drunk and had said a lot. He patted Wang Zheng and the other three members on the shoulder. He was putting a lot of hope on them. "The burden may be heavy, but I believe in you guys." On the second day, Wang Zheng and his group headed to Jessen at Sahara. They were very surprised that they had actually travelled in a first-ss cabin. "This is all I can do." Gu Te and Zhuo Mu sent them off at the departure gate. The help that they could provide was limited. Some pressure could only be handled by Wang Zheng and his group themselves. Jessen, the pearl of the Sahara. Green coconut trees were scattered around the city. Water drawn from deep underground reservoirs nourished all this vegetation, preventing the sands from expanding further. Even though this was the desert, the unique scenery and massive investments made this ce one of the most famous and popr tourist spots on Earth. It was also a favourite hangout spot of the rich. When they were exiting Jessens airport, holograms appeared one after another. These were the citys image cards. "Wee to the miracle oasis, Jessen". "Here, you can find all you need. Jessen is the address for everything..." In this city, you could not see a single grain of sand. It was unusually clean and tidy, with green trees flourishing. There were bright flowers everywhere and there was a humidity control machine every 500 meters. These controlled the entire citys humidity to keep it at an optimal level for human bodies. In the fragrant air and moving on the roads were all kinds of luxury cars. "What! What is that? Did I see wrongly?" Zhang Shan started shouting. From the back seat of a luxury car, a huge tiger head popped out. It was enjoying the cool wind brought by the speed of the car. When he turned his head, he saw a majestic lion sitting on the passenger seat of another sports car. "This is not strange. This is Jessen, the heaven for the rich to show off," Meng Tian said lightly. Other rich people would have expensive cats and famous dogs as pets. Jessen citizens kept highly endangered and exotic beasts as pets. Those who put in a little effort would get animals that were produced naturally and not by gene reproduction. As they chatted, more than 10 people walked out from the VIP tunnel at the other side of the airfield. The few people walking in front smiled immediately when they saw Wang Zheng, and his group and strode towards them. "Sister Runan, haha, what a coincidence! This is a meeting from a thousand miles brought about by fate." The people approaching them were Yuan Ye and his group from Europa. They did not expect to bump into the people they wanted to meet the most uponnding. Yuan Yes gaze was mostly on Zhang Runan. Obviously, the period of one holiday did not dampen his enthusiasm for wooing Zhang Runan. To this, Zhang Shan could only say that he admired his enthusiasm. Europa citizens did have a unique taste. Wang Zheng smiled. "Lets walk together." Zhang Runans eyes showed extreme dissatisfaction. It was obvious that she did not want to. "Brother Shan, is the Skylink number that you gave me a fake or real one? I called so many times, but none went through." Yuan Ye pulled Zhang Shan aside. He was asking about Zhang Runans Skylink. "Dont you know how to change a Skylink to call? Your number was blocked by Runan long ago." Zhang Shan patted Yuan Yes shoulders. Wooing a girl was easy, but wooing Runan was not. Yuan Ye should cherish this opportunity he had as Zhang Shan was willing to help him out here and there. Yuan Ye was stunned. His number was blocked? That was so cold-hearted. But...he liked her even more. A woman with such personality was rare even in the Mu Wei Federation, and he liked this type of girl. Zhang Shan very quickly became part of the Europa trio. Zhang Shan was a person who talked fast. Very quickly, he purposely led the topic to Ability X. Yes, he could finally stand tall, and he could not wait to let the whole world know. Upon hearing that Zhang Shan had awakened his Ability X, the trio, Dayna, Conrad, and Ai Weiman, smiled at the same time. They were not arrogant, and they shared some of their experiences. "Your frame of mind is very important at the initial stage of awakening the ability. You must be cautious against rushing your progress. Everything is just a matter of time. Of course, you cannot ck in your training. Do not think that training is not effective. It is like fishing for gold in a big river, you will gain results eventually." Yuan Yes eyes widened. "Sh*t, even you have awakened an ability?" "Haha, of course. Look at who I am. Such a good body, such talent, such potential. In the future, I will definitely be a general, no, an admiral..." Here, we willl omit about 500 words of his boasting. Once the topic was opened, Zhang Shan could not wait for the whole world to praise him. No one knew whether tough or cry. They had seen arrogant people, but Zhang Shan was on a different level. "Tch, dont irritate me anymore. How do we get to Gil Town? This is your territory. I will leave the travel arrangements up to you guys." Wang Zheng smiled. "This is our first time here as well. I heard that there is only one flight per week. If we are lucky, we can make it." Gil was an extremely small desert town. There were only about a few dozen families there. Life there was almostpletely isted from the rest of the world. Upon checking at the information counter of the long-distance passenger terminal, they found out that the flight to Gil Town for this week would be leaving in three days. "Three days? Are there any other ways?" "Of course. You could also rent the small, four seater X64 flying shuttle. Depending on the weather, you could get there in about four hours." The employee at the terminal smiled and introduced the alternative transportation. "This sounds good, how do we rent one?" Yuan Ye nodded. It will be two shuttles for eight people. This wasmon in their hometown. "The deposit for each X64 shuttle is 1.5 million dors. It will be 1 million milky way dors for each hour. In the event of sandstorms, we will have to increase the fees by 10%. Passengers will also have to pay for 5% of the maintenance fee if there is any idental wear and tear." Yuan Ye stared nkly at the person who was exining the rental conditions. "What!? Is this highway robbery?" "Sorry, Sir, what we have here is already a very fair official price. You can go ask at the ck market over there. The lowest price is double the official price. And...now we only have one X64 left. May I know if you guys will be renting it?" The employee maintained his smile, but his eyes showed that he did not care if they rented the shuttle or not. He did notck customers. Damn, Earth was so sinister... Wang Zheng smiled. "Are there any other ways to reach Gil Town?" The employee was still quite professional, so he said smilingly, "If you are not in a hurry, you may choose to rent camels. Their desert genes are strengthened. They are cheap and your safety is guaranteed. At the same time, you can have the full experience of desert life..." "We are running a little tight on time. Do you have any desert jeeps?" Wang Zheng interrupted the employees sales pitch and requested directly. "Of course, 3,000 milky way dors for one day. It is quite worth it..." "You do not need to sell it. We will take the desert jeeps. Two of them. Is there any problem?" "Yes, I will prepare them for you immediately." Soon, two desert jeeps were rolled out. They were a little old, but they came fully equipped with desert travel instations, GPS, and a set of field supplies including water, food, and survival resources like tents packed in every jeep. You could see from the dark-skinned face of the employee from before that he was a little red with embarrassment. "Im really sorry. Because of promotional activities recently, the demand for these is extremely high. These are thest two desert jeeps. The model may be a little old, but we have just done maintenance on themst month. There should be no problems in their functions. If you dont mind them, I can give you a friends of staff discount, 2,100 milky way dors for one day." Wang Zheng checked the jeeps. With his experience from repairing mecha at OMG, he grasped the status of the two jeeps very quickly. "No problem, we can leave now." "Are we not going to around?" Yuan Ye was stunned. They had justnded and had not had the time to tour around this city that was the pearl of the desert. "Time is money, my friend." Zhang Shan patted Yuan Ye and sat in the jeep driven by Daynas trio. Yuan Ye quickly responded and immediately sat right beside Zhang Runan. Zhang Runan nced at him. "Go in the back." No others words were needed to exude pressure on him. Yuan Ye sheepishly changed to a back seat. The sounds of jeeps rumbled. The two jeeps drove towards the desert. Everyone was excited about the journey. It was notmon to have this kind of unique desert experience. It was difficult to have such an opportunity to enjoy freedom like this, as the group had never experienced life in a desert. And this scenery was even more refreshing for Yuan Ye and his group. Various topics were brought up continuously. Everyone took turns to drive. It was very exciting to drive through the sand dunes too, especially with these jeeps with old-fashioned wheels C the feel of friction was quite enjoyable. Wang Zheng did not drive for long before Zhang Shan switched with him. At this moment, his Skylink rang. Surprisingly, it was ... Lin Huiyin. "Brother Wang Zheng, how are you? I have a new singleing out again. You must remember to listen to it, OK?" Huiyins sweet voice came out from the Skylink. Wang Zheng smiled knowingly. "Dont worry, I will definitely support you. Are you doing well?" Lin Huiyin was in her room. It was current nighttime on An. "With me here, everything is OK. I am standing at your side. She is very busy now. But Cousin is nning a surprise for you. You can look forward to it." Chapter 252: Ambition Chapter 252: Ambition Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The two of them chatted for a while. Wang Zheng told her about his status in IG. Huiyin was obviously asking about this for Aina. After Ainasing of age ceremony, she was almost always busy with the affairs of the empire every day. On top of that, she still had her studies, so she was not as free as Huiyin. Wang Zheng knew that Aina was also a determined person. She would be a good princess, a good queen. "Wang Zheng, a girl? Who? Its too bad shes not loud, we cant hear clearly." Yuan Ye winked andughed. "Haha, a friend." "Girlfriend or a female friend? Tsk, tsk, why is it that no one cares for me?" Yuan Ye said to Zhang Runan. "Nah, you dont have to worry about Wang Zheng. This guy is like some beauty killer," Zhang Shan said. "Shut up and drive properly!" This guy was the sort that would die if he stopped gossiping. Meng Tian was expressionless. Hearing from Wang Zhengs tone, she knew that it was not Ye Zisu. Perhaps it was that other girl, Xiao Shi? If she really liked him, why was she not by Wang Zhengs side? Was An that great? On the other side, Huiyin was in high spirits. Ang shrugged helplessly. The response for Huiyins new single was actually average and not as good as her previous works. Huiyin was actually feeling a little down, but after the call, she returned to normal. "Wang Zheng is participating in IG. As long as he passes, he will have the chance toe to An and meet Big Sister." Ang smiled bitterly. "Your Highness, you really do not need to involve yourself in their rtionship. Theres no chance it will work out." No one who cared about their rtionship right now, hence there were no problems. Once the royal family found out, they would definitely put a stop to this. They would not even need to let the Princess know if they disposed of Wang Zheng. It was just that she really did not want to taint Huiyins ears by telling her these truths. "Ang, I really feel that Brother Wang Zheng is very courageous and he is also very brilliant. He is very suitable for Sister!" Ang knew that the Princess was definitely thinking of the time Wang Zheng saved her on Mars. Actually, in An, there were people who would be willing to sacrifice their lives for the Princess everywhere. It was nothing. Even if it was herself, in times of need, she could sacrifice everything for Huiyin. This was her life. To her, Wang Zhengs heroic acts were nothing. Besides, it was not as though he really had sacrificed his life. He only took a blow. There was one point where Ang had guessed wrongly. While Wang Zhengs heroic act of saving her did influence Huiyin, the impact was not as great as she imagined. Lin Huiyins good impression of Wang Zheng was not because of this. It was the first time she made a mistake and no one criticised her for it. She even felt like they had connected. In Lin Huiyins life, this was the first time someone was willing to do "bad things" together with her. There was a sense of camaraderie. Hence, she wanted to do something for her friend and was determined to help Wang Zheng in this rtionship. There were a few routes to go from Jessen to Gil Town. The fastest was a two days, one night travel. The old model of desert jeeps only had radios that yed the programs from local music stations. At first there was a weak signal, but as they moved deeper into the desert, the signal became full of static and they had to turn the radios off. The signal for their Skylinks gradually weakened too. In the quiet desert, there were only the roaring sounds of two desert jeep engines. The pavement had disappeared and there was nothing but sand everywhere. Identical sand dunes filled their eyes. They had already activated the desert travel equipment on the jeeps. The giant wheels on the sand allowed them to travel as though they were on the road. After driving over a sand dune, another identical sand dune appeared. This process repeated constantly. Psychologically, it felt as though they had lost their way and were driving in circles around the same ce. Only the GPS persuaded everyone to believe that they were moving towards their goal. At noon, the hottest time, the desert jeep stopped behind a sand dune. When they opened the covers of the desert jeeps, on top of giving some shade, the sr panels on top could absorb the sunlight and convert it into streams of cool wind, allowing them to hide a bit from the hot sun. When they opened the food bags, everyone started to drink a lot of water to replenish their fluids. In ces such as the desert, the first hour was filled with curiosity, but people would get tired of it very quickly. "Earths desert is a little terrifying. There is a small star near my hometown. It is also a desert, but not like this, all filled with sand." Yuan Ye shook his head. A never-ending sand sea, temperatures hot enough to cook eggs, a heat that irritated people, and everywhere they looked was sand that looked identical. Their brains were turning into paste. "Yuan Ye, do you have any beauties there to introduce me to? Dont keep boasting about how popr you are. You need to share some good stuff. Thats brotherhood!" When Zhang Shan was really bored, his mind easily wandered in that direction. Using his words, women were mens motivation. No matter what difficulties he encountered, as long as he thought of beauties, he could find the solution. "Of course. Where were from, the beauties are not shy like you Earthlings. As long as both parties share a connection, heh heh...You understand what Im saying." Yuan Ye looked at Zhang Runan immediately. There was a sense of reservation that was unlike Europas style in his coarse words. "Do you have photos? If you have the chance, you must introduce some to me..." Zhang Shans eyes were shining. He wanted to see for himself what those beauties were like. "Introducing is fine, but whether you like them or not, or whether you can handle them or not, that depends on your own charisma. Im not boasting; at Europa, Im considered a hot guy in school." Yuan Ye was very generous. "Come, Ill let you take a look at our school beauty!" Yuan Ye was very enthusiastic. "I sent you a photo package, it has all the beauties in our model school. Let me know who you like and Ill introduce you to them when theres signal for Skylink. They are all curious about Earth. Its also considered quite fashionable to have an alien boyfriend. Wang Zheng, do you want in?" Wang Zheng smiled. "No thanks." Zhang Shan received the photo package and immediately understood why Yuan Ye kept pursuing Runan. God, the whole countrys sense of beauty was seriously warped. How were these beauties from a model school? Every single one of them looked so fierce. They were like Runan, but inparison, even Runan actually had a sense of softness and delicateness. "Ha, haha, I was just making conversation, dont take it seriously. Please dont take it seriously." Zhang Shan was sweating. He desperately tried to dispel Yuan Yes enthusiasm to match-make for him. This was definitely a school for dinosaurs. With his size, once he entered, he would never be able to get out. Yuan Ye also did not mind. He shrugged his shoulders and found a new topic to chat about. The other trio, Song Li, Zhao Wanxin, and Qu Qiuzhi, were all very interested in Zhang Shans ability X. "Brother Shan, what is your ability? Is it very cool?" Zhang Shan was relieved to the point that he felt grateful to God. Yes, someone had finally asked. Acting cool was like this: you could never take the initiative to talk about it. The most satisfying part was having someone else ask. However, no one had given him the satisfaction so far, and it made him feel like dying as he was trying to hold it in. "Heh heh, my ability has no exnation, it definitely will surprise everyone. Just wait and see. Im the main fighter for Ares College for the second phase. Definitely a trump card." "Sh*t, is it that great? Just what is it?" Yuan Ye asked curiously. Chapter 253: New Place, New Rules Chapter 253: New ce, New Rules Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas After a full day of torture, Zhang Shan had lost hope in finding people in the desert. When he finally reached his destination, he saw soldiers taking the identification documents of seven people at the gate. "Wee to Gil Base. Everyone, this way please." "Please only move within the allowed area. You may also leave the base, but please note that 2200 is the night curfew of the camp. This is the dormitory for Ares College. Let us meet at the main hall at 1600. The Europa quarters are on the other side. This way please." A soldier, the escort for Wang Zheng andpany, allocated them to their living quarters after a quick introduction of the rules of the base and then promptly departed. The standard arrangement for the dorm was simr to that of an elite team C there were six single bedrooms as well as a living room and a bathroom. Zhang Shan cheered, "Bath time!" After a dusty journey, a shower was more enjoyable than ever. "Ladies first." Zhang Runan extended her hand, immediately dragging Zhang Shan back, and upied a bathroom. Meng Tian upied the other washroom. At times, womens privileges were still particrly important. "Mountain Maiden, you should fight for your rights. Be more assertive." Wang Zhengughed. "Oh, please, it is only a matter of time before you call me Brother Shan." Such a nickname - Mountain Maiden - will bring a lifetime of pain. After the four people showered, at 1530, after taking a look at the area around the base, they proceeded to meet in the main hall. There were already many people gathered in the main hall. Among the group of people, there was a particr individual who was particrly attention-grabbing. She was wearing the summer military uniform of Mars and had a pair of gorgeous, slender legs. Her skin color approximated the color of wheat. She looked youthful and energetic, wearing a body-hugging dress that made her look not only seductive but also dangerous. As Wang Zheng entered, people glossed over him. Their attention was instead drawn to Zhang Runan. Everyone made insipid attempts at greetings. Ares Colleges performance at the first stage was fairly outstanding and hence invitedpetition. Numerous unfriendly gazes were directed at them. In this first phase, everyone was still testing the waters. Now that the second phase had begun, the real unforgivingpetition had started. At this stage, no one dared to take unnecessary risks. When the Moons Achilles, Mars Lie Xin, and Earths Lear all stepped up, it was certain that a leader would emerge from the three of them. Even the position of the assistant leader was particrly contentious. Ares College was just too weakpared to them. The second phase naturally became a central highlight as it was a litmus test for not only ones ambitions but also friendships. There was something crucial about this C at the second stage, one had to choose who to follow. There were five captains, and among them, there was only one real leader. Only by following the real leader could one emerge victories. Given that no more than 12 people would get to go to An, once one followed the wrong person, even if they performed extremely well, they would be disqualified. Hence, the captains had the greatest power as they would choose who would go with them. The first phase was fun and exciting, but the second phase was serious. Ones ability to work as a team was extremely important. The status difference between one who went to An and one who had to leave IG waspletely different. One would be able to enter the military after thispetition, and thispetition would affect their future results in the military. At the same time, being able to attain the qualifications to represent the Sr System was truly the greatest honor. At this point, everyone did well in the field of intelligence, regardless of whether it was spying on the opponents or keeping ones own secrets. Rtive to others, Ares College was unguarded since everyone already knew pretty much everything about them. They had four mecha in total, and they employed the most basic systems. Although their training hours each day were long, the mecha were too restrictive inbat. Just a slight knock and the mecha would stop working to prevent excessive damage to it. This was essentially a joke. It was too pathetic to be considered a weapon for war. "At the stage, even if you hold back, Ares College will definitely be eliminated." "That is not certain. At this stage, they are too selective. Perhaps if Meng Tian and Zheng Runan use their true strength, they might be able to stay. "Perhaps. But it is just two of them. Mountain Maiden will..." "Although Wang Zheng is pretty good, it is a shame that he is too jumpy. Besides, he does not possess an Ability X. "It is too difficult to struggle to be a central power. Only by conserving our strength can we emerge victorious against the rest." Regarding personal assessments, there actually were people who had a good impression of Wang Zheng. It was a shame that in the survival of the fittest, good impressions meant nothing. On top of that, there was a rumor that Wang Zheng had offended the five captains. At this point, it was perhaps better to keep a distance from Wang Zheng. Lie Guang, who was slightly interested in the discussion around him, suddenly rose and walked towards Wang Zheng. In that moment, everyone in the main hall quietened down. Lie Xin was convinced by the rumor regarding Wang Zheng. Although it was Lie Guangs first appearance, his reputation preceded him. Everyone knew who he was. Lie Xin would not take action against Wang Zheng. However, the same cannot be said given Lie Guangs terrible temper. Was he going to stir trouble? Would an exciting drama ensue? "Wang Zheng, long time no see." Lie Guang took the initiative to greet Wang Zheng with a high-five. p. Wang Zhengughed and returned the greeting with Lie Guang. "Let me introduce these people C Zhang Shan, Zhang Runan, Meng Tian." "Nice to meet you... Wang Zheng, cant you be a good human being? I just heard that you offended this person and that person. Your behavior is even worse than someone like me... and I often deal in underhanded means!" Lie Guangughed. He was indeed a timely reinforcement for Lie Xin, specially selected to join the training at this point. Every general had some special authority to nurture their soldiers as well as to insert sufficiently capable individuals into the teams. However, no one would speak like Lie Guang. Nevertheless, this made Lie Guang more rtable and evidently showed how he was trying to rope in Wang Zheng and the other people from Ares. Wang Zhengughed. "Haha, I have heard of this. Please help me ask Lie Xin, how I offended her." "Does refusing to give up Zhang Runan count?" "Nope, it doesnt." "Haha, Zhang Runan, after Wang Zheng dies, I hope you will considering to Mars. Mars will never let you down." Lie Guangughed loudly. Zhang Runan clearly was not interested. Lie Guang found the charm of such women worthless. Lie Guangughed. He was only here to offer a greeting. After nodding, he immediately left. In the main hall, people did not see the dramatic scene they expected. Some were disappointed. However, upon some reflection, Mars acquiring Zhang Runan was a given. It was only to be expected. However, precisely so, if Wang Zheng refused to let Zhang Runan go, this might have offended Lie Xin. The team from the Moon appeared. The Eight Stars of the Moon surrounded and defended Achilles. This was an imposing presence. Lie Xin stole some nces at the Eight Stars of the Moon before directing her attention onto Achilles. Their eyes met briefly. On this vacation, no one had time to waste. "Atos is back?" "Just like Lie Guang, the revival of the Moons name rests on his shoulders." The Mars group was particrly concerned about the Eight Stars as they were their biggestpetitors. Elimination was cruel. However, sometimes the strong fell because of idents. The three generals all possessed a precious revival card that could be used to keep a particr individual that had been eliminated to continue their training. This allowed the three generals to put their reputations on the line in exchange for an opportunity. Clearly, the Moon had used their opportunity on Atos. It was used to maintain the integrity of the team from the Moon. The strength of the eight was greater than the sum of their parts. Based on the analysis of others, wanting to squeeze into the namelist of the IG main contest required apetent leader. Achilles was very strong, but he already had a scarily strong team of eight stars... Apart from Achilles, there were four other names left that were equally hard to decide on. People knew that the Sun God had extremely high expectations. Even if you volunteered yourself, you might not be epted by them. At this time, Raston brought his team from the Caragal Republic. They approached the Mars group. Their attitude was clear; he was to ally with Lie Xin. Since they were unable to beat them, they would join them. If Achilles and Lear did not possess corresponding power, they would be forced to join Mars or drop out of the IG mainpetition. In the main hall, everyones attention was drawn to this scene. They all understood but never expected that such a day woulde so soon. Rastonughed as he exchanged a few words with Lie Xin. His attention shifted as he approached Wang Zheng. "I just heard some news about how you offended me. Do you want to buy me a meal to make up for it? Haha, good luck. I will not be kind." Wang Zhengughed. "Yes, same to you." From their previous meeting, Raston already knew that Wang Zheng did not have the intention to join Lie Xin. If he wanted to, he would have expressed it immediately. Given the current situation, without an alliance, being eliminated was just a matter of time. At exactly 1600, a soldier shouted with a loud and imposing voice, "Meng Ao is here. Rise!" Everyone in the main hall rose in unison. Meng Ao, one of the three leaders of the allied forces, was practically as influential as a god on Earth. After a minute, Meng Ao walked in from the gates. "Greetings!" Meng Ao waved his hands and returned a military greeting. "Alright, everyone, take a seat. The first round of the second phase will be conducted by me. The military has high expectations of you... but there is no need to worry. I am just here to spectate. Everyone looks like they are in high spirits. This is good. I hope that everyone will maintain this morale even when training begins." After Meng Aos rousing speech, he pointed at the tough-looking soldier and said, "This is Officer Qiusi. He will be responsible for your general training on Earth. Henceforth, he will be the conducting officer taking charge." Officer Qiu Si had the face of death. He had the eyes of the killer. Compared to Suyans smiley face, this man had an entirely different aura. Chapter 254: Broken Chapter 254: Broken Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "From this point on, I will be responsible for everything you do. Everything I say is an order. Here, orders must be carried out. I do not care about where youe from or what your background is like. Do note and tell me who you are or who your family members are. In my eyes, you are all tiny birds who have never seen what the world is like. More urately, you are all garbage going through reformation. Garbage only needs to know one thing C obey, obey, and obey. Do you understand?" Qiu Si was very direct. He had always been stern in speech. Given how he was verbally abusive, many peoples faces immediately changed. After all, they were all elites from their respective countries and were not ready for such abuse. "Head Instructor, I object. We are elites from the Sr System and represent the highest standard. We are not little birds and certainly not garbage!" Dong Xiaosa stood and spoke impolitely. Given his nasty temper, if that person was not the head instructor, Xiaosa would have left long ago. Even the general treated them courteously, sohow could the head instructor be so disrespectful? Qiu Sis zombie-like face became even more stern. "If I say you are garbage, then you are garbage. Here, everything I say isw. You willply. From this point in, whoever dares to doubt my orders will be immediately eliminated!" Qiu Si red at Xiaosa. Milo immediately pulled Xiaosa away. Clearly, Qiu Si was not joking. Atos had gone through a lot of trouble to be "revived" and was already under a lot of pressure from the Eight Stars. If they continued to oppose the head instructor and got eliminated, they would be aughing stock. Achilles stole a nce at Dong Xiaosa. Dong Xiaosa, after having cooled down, promptly took a seat. At this moment, Achilles was fairly unhappy since he did not expect to spend his summer break with such a bunch of na?ve and proud individuals. Dong Xiaosas adrenaline faded and he started to notice people around him mocking him. Although there were many people who shared his dissatisfaction, none of them were as rash as he was. "Head Instructor, I was wrong!" Dong Xiaosa was not an idiot. He immediately offered an earnest apology in a bid to maintain the image of himself as a responsible soldier. Qiu Si nodded. "In the future, if you have problems, you may raise your hand. Only after you have obtained my approval may you speak. Everyone rise. Attention, turn right and run!" Qiu Si brought everyone to the parade square. There was a number of mecha positioned in front of everyone, but everyone seemed disappointed. What the heck... how could they be so torn and tattered... All of the mecha were the Bata Type V. This was the lowest possible grade of mech. The soldiers were mainly elites from the Sr System, so they had even operated the highest quality mecha. How could they train with these pieces of junk? "Training will now begin. You have a simple task. You will depart from here and make your way to the second section of the Gil base. The mecha have already been pre-set. If you do not reach your destination within five days, you will be eliminated," said Qiu Si. At this point, yet another person C Lie Guang C raised his hand. "Speak." "Head Instructor, is it just people who need to reach the destination?" asked Lie Guang. "Idiot, both the mech and the person must reach it together. As a mech pilot, if you lose your mech, you might as well die. Little birds, you have wasted yet another two minutes. Depart immediately!" Following Qiu Sis booming voice, everyone scrambled towards the Bata Vs. They tried to take closer looks to pick the better ones, since picking a bad one would spell trouble. Training on Earth was too barbaric. There was no room for reason. However, everyone knew that the three stages of the training were set by Earth, Mars, and the Moon respectively to guarantee a baseline level of fairness. In a foreign territory, it was best to behave to avoid any chance of being eliminated. Masasi and the rest started making their moves. Achilles clearly had some foresight. Once his men had adapted to the situation, they got into the mood quickly and did not need to be whipped. Lie Guang and the rest had qualified for thispetition by merit. On the other hand, Atos was eliminated before being allowed to enter. Although this was in line with the rules, there was still some stigma associated with a person who was entering the contest for the second time. Wang Zheng immediately picked a mech. The mech itself had no problems. No matter how damaged its exterior looked, its core functions were indeed all tested to be in working condition. Everyone picked a mech. These base models were easier to operate. To these elites, it was not even a challenge. The mecha all started up. The main operating system disying the map started up... From their current location to the base, there were many routes. Some of them were winding, some involved underdeveloped danger zones. One had to decide on ones route. The shortest route was about 400 kilometers. Under these circumstances, also considering that the Bata had a speed limit, the most important consideration was that this mech was designed not for transport but for war. It was necessary to ensure that about 100 kilometers was covered each day since idents were bound to happen in the desert. Everyone was equipped with a safety button for emergencies. However, once activated, one would immediately be eliminated. On top of that, it would take at least an hour before the rescue team arrived. This is not an environment for war. It was just travelling. 72 mecha would be going to travel through the harshness of the desert. But to these experienced mech pilots, just what sort of challenge could it pose? The mech pilots were all well acquainted with the road. This was no big deal. Besides, since this was Earths mech, it was not too difficult. "Boss, which route should we pick? There are so many choices." "Milo, go make some calctions," said Achilles. To him, this was not a problem. However, the desert was still a foreign environment. It would truly be lucky to avoid any idents in the desert. Since idents were bound to happen, considering that he had to bring a team, the route he chose would have to be stable. Milo immediately evaluated all possible routes. The shortest route need not be the best. Out of the ten routes the military gave, eight or nine of them had problems. In this foreign territory, simply advancing without nning would be inviting trouble. "We can go by route C. Distance wise, it is not the closest; however, we will get to pass through two oases. We need to start conserving water starting now." Every mech was stocked with biscuits and water. In such a hostile environment, it was still important to be careful with rations. "Depart!" In the face of mother nature, humans inevitably found themselves as tiny and insignificant. Surviving the desert would be no easy feat. Wang Zheng and his team also left. They did not allow any additional people in their team. If there were too many people, it would slow the team down. Under these circumstances, people tended to choose people within their social circles in order to ensure reliability in times of need. Lear went alone on the route. On the other hand, Luo Fei found and stuck with another team with his oratorical skills, The Lie family had a strong team. With the addition of Lie Guang, as well as Rastons announcement, Lie Xins became the second strongest team. On the other hand, Lear and Taros became less outstanding. In particr, Lear, who was in the spotlight initially, eventually demonstrated only average performance. Wang Zheng and the rest operated their mecha through the desert. They were not silly. After all, these four people hade in desert vehicles and hence had a basic awareness of the challenges of the desert. It was notfortable, and using a mech under these physical conditions was very taxing. In no time, fatigue started to set in. On top of that, the heat was driving people crazy. "Gosh, who came up with this training? We will be killed by the heat before we even reach the destination." "Wang Zheng, we cannot go on like this. I am afraid that that we need to n our time." "It is too taxing to do anything in this midday heat. It takes too much energy." "We just started, so our bodies should be in fairly good shape. Let us rest in three hours." Said Wang Zheng. "Sure, I think we could even use the nights to travel and rest in the day." "Lets go, let us show these people the results of our training!" Zhang Shan was extremely self-assured. He had not squandered this summer break away. Instead, he had kept his body in top condition, so he was sure that he was second to none in endurance. In this regard, the girls suffered a little more. However, Meng Tian was the best at enduring the heat with her ability, and Zhang Runans physical constitution was fairly strong, hence she also had an advantage. In no time, everyone stopped speaking. Even speaking took a lot of physical energy. In the desert, one just faced an endless swarth of sand. There was no end in sight. Without signs, one had no choice but to gauge their direction and continue pressing on. Wang Zheng chose route D, which was arguably the safest route. During the break, the four of them quickly stepped out of the mecha. It had been said that the higher-end mecha were veryfortable. However, sadly, they were only using ordinary mecha. Even though Zhang Shan enjoyed pushing his body during training, he felt like he was in an oven and was not as motivated. The air was dry and he was drenched in sweat. It was unbearable. After drinking water inrge gulps, Zhang Shan could not help but to curse. "God d*mn, we will be dried to death before we even arrive at our destination. What kind of training is this? Shouldnt we be using real knives and guns?" Wang Zhengughed. "Please dontin. Given that we cant change our circumstances, we just have to learn to adapt." "Indeed. Life is like being castrated. If you cant resist, you just have to ept it, haha," said Zhang Shan with augh. "Zhang Shan, watch yournguage!" said Zhang Runan with a re. "Haha, sorry, I forgot that there were twodies among us." The four hid in the shadows of the mecha for a short break before entering the mecha again to resume training. Their speed had clearly decreased, reflecting how both their mental and physical states were being put to the test. This was what every trainee had to endure. In contrast to Demon Ind, the desert was the true hell. Inparison, Demon Ind was really a sort of paradise. There were flora and fauna, whereas here... there was only sand. Meng Ao watched the constantly moving green dot on screen. He was responsible for designing this segment. To these young soldiers, it certainly was quite a challenge. Perhaps they were already sufficiently prepared for individual battles, but they were stillcking in this aspect. IG selections were increasingly challenging. It was not just demonstrating ones proficiency in mecha battles but also a more holistic form of preparation that would allow them to get a good score in An, thereby earning glory for the Sr System. Chapter 255: Deadly Quicksand Chapter 255: Deadly Quicksand Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas He saw the improvements of these students. From their current standing, most of them had not cked off and had made preparations for battle. In terms of quality, this batch was indubitably the best in recent years. However, it was still not enough, and they had room for improvement! Meng Ao, Lie Wuqing, and Drachmach all definitely did not ck off. The situation was great. They had gathered intelligence about the battlefield from multiple sources and somehow managed to get their hands on footage of how their foes were preparing for war. More importantly, they even had intel on the Arbiter Republics training... After going through the intel, Ao Meng and the restsx attitudes quickly evaporated. They were not being merciless enough! The first step was to change the trainees entirely. "Heck, what kind of hellish training is this? I thought I was dying." Edison was on the brink of madness. He was a fighter, but his strengths lied elsewhere. Although hisbat abilities were fine, he paled inparison to others. "Weve only just begun. Stopining. After all, you are representing Caragal." La Deughed. Edison was an electrical engineer and specialist. Amongst those in the training course, he was second to none and was important to the team. However, regardless of his expertise, he still had to ensure he possessed the fundamentals. Lie Xin stood on the shoulder of the Bata and stared into the distance. Her lean body became even more attractive under the sun. She smiled. "Looks like the special training is starting to get interesting. I heard that the three generals were excited by the training scenario, so it is not going to be easy for us." Depending on the environment, life could be extremely treacherous. For example, the Norton Star had a gravitational pull five times the norm and could easily wear out a good half of the training squad. "Rest time is over, move out!" Lie Xin jumped down from the mech. She had no qualms with being the leader. "Surely you cant be worse than a woman," she remarked. The crowd was stirred. As elites, there was no way they wanted to be despised by women. It was difficult for the mecha to advance in the desert, and they seemed insignificantly small. The first day had passed. Everyone seemed to have sustained a fair speed and demonstrated their mastery of the fundamentals. However, this was just the beginning. The real test had yet toe. Pretty much all the teams chose to avoid the coldest and warmest periods of the desert. They strategically chose their rest periods. However, there were also teams who were rather extreme, proceeding even at high noon and in the wee hours of the night, only asionally taking breaks when they felt tired. Wang Zhengs team was soon met with problems. When they were resting at night, due to theck of light and Zhang Shans fatigue, they knocked over a water bottle and lost scarce, precious water. Zhang Shan started to get frustrated. Without water in the desert, one was essentially waiting to die. "D*mn, what should I do now?!" Zhang Shans grasped his head with a look of distraught. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were also helpless. Although they were fairly tolerant towards the heat, they exhausted more energy than men. By the end of the day, Meng Tian was clearly exhausted, and her Ability X was not enough to help her. Among the four, perhaps Wang Zheng and Zhang Runan were in the best shape. "Drink piss; otherwise, you wont be able to endure this," said Zhang Runan unflinchingly. Zhang Shan felt his stomach revolting. "Manly Sister, dont joke. Id rather die." "You think Im joking?" asked Zhang Runan coldly. Zhang Shan ultimately struggled to ept his situation, wondering how he couldmit such a mistake at this crucial moment. Zhang Shan started to tremble in the cold. "The supplies the military gave us are clearly not enough. Even if we find an oasis, we may not find water. We either need to split our supplies or die together." Said Zhang Runan, who sounded like she had cooled down slightly. Zhang Shan finally began to realize the gravity of his mistake. Zhang Shan grit his teeth. "I wont be a burden to you all. I can endure this." Zhang Runan said, "I am only getting you in the zone. Actually, you can get water in the desert." At the ce where the water was split, she dug a hole and ced the water bottle inside. At the top of the bottle, Runan ced ayer of unknown material and sealed the edges of the bottle. Zhang Shan stared nkly, "This..." "The most simple method to obtain water. Now sleep." The three were not stupid and quickly understood Zhang Runans rationale to warn Zhang Shan and get him in the zone. However, they never would have thought that Zhang Runan would be this prepared for the desert. "You are the best!" Zhang Shan cheered. The four were all tired and quickly fell into slumber. Given that the rest of the desert was extremely cold, they could only sleep in their mecha. After three hours, their rms rang and the four quickly woke up. None of themined about weariness, since that would only affect morale and seemed childish. They should all be prepared for this. Zhang Shan swept away the sand and carefully removed his bottle from the hole. It was filled with water. "Guys, you are amazing, you are basically familiar with all the life hacks!" said Zhang Shan with a tone of admiration. Zhang Runan shrugged her shoulders. "I just briefly read up about how to get food and water in the desert before setting off, that is all." Zhang Runan was always so nonchnt, whereas Zhang Shan continued to lick her boots. "Move out!" shouted Wang Zheng with vigor. To him, this was still tolerable. Resting helped him to recover and minimize sweating. Compared to his previous training, this was not too physically strenuous to him. However, facing the strains of the desert was indeed a new experience. Completing a distance of 100 kilometers within 24 hours was a basic military requirement, so no one dared toin. However, in the desert, it was not only the sand, but also the vtility of the weather. Facing bad weather was truly the most dangerous. For three days, Wang Zheng maintained a very decent military pace. Thanks to Zhang Runans method of obtaining water in the desert, they had been able to maintain an advantage by sustaining their water supplies. As they would be arriving at the oasis soon, the four of them could not help but increased their pace. They did not rush recklessly; they cautiously bnced the need for stability and safety as they strived to arrive at their destination. "Haha, just another ten kilometers and we will arrive at the oasis! I want to drink and eat loads!" cheered Zhang Shan. Since the destination was an oasis, there had to be food and water there. There should be cacti or even coconuts since this ce had been redeveloped. With these thoughts in mind, the team was motivated to press on. "Yuan Ye, I cannot go on. We gotta rest," said Song Li. "Whats wrong? Just a little more and we will be at the oasis," encouraged Yuan Ye. "Look at the weather, a sandstorm is about to hit. Besides, I have a premonition that there is something wrong ahead. I cant really exin it, but let us stop for a bit," said Song Li. Yuan Ye hesitated and said, "Sure. Besides, we are not in too much of a hurry. Lets rest for a bit." He trusted Song Lis intuition. Before danger struck, ones intuition would warn them. Although it may not be always urate, trusting intuition was preferred as it might be better to err on the side of caution. Wang Zhengs group felt the same. "The skies do not look too good. Looks like a sandstorm ising." Said Zhang Runan. Wang Zheng felt that the environment was rather unsettling. "I dont think we can proceed. Let us stop for here. Everyone, keep within a radius of 50 meters," said Wang Zheng. With a mecha, there was nothing to fear about a sandstorm; one just had to wait until the sandstorm is over. This could very well be one of the unique experiences of being in a desert. After settling down for about half an hour, the skies started to get visibly yellower. From the distance, a swirl of sand could be seening towards them. Regarding this natural phenomena, the four of them had their curiosities aroused by the marvels of mother nature. After all, they had spent most of their lives in cities, so they had only seen a sandstorms in ss or in a movie. The actual experience was entirely different. There was a sense of awe, wonder, and also pride as human technology offered them the protection they needed against the strength of mother nature. Within a few minutes, the sandstorm engulfed the four mecha. The winds were viciously strong and their surroundings were all dark. There was only the sound of sand hitting against the mecha. The four mecha stood unshaken by the sand. Zhang Shan hummed a happy tune, much like how as a kid, one would be assured by thefort of being indoors during a storm. "Well, we are pretty lucky to experience such natural phenomena." "Lets chat; otherwise, it will get boring." Under these circumstances, even if there was no raging sandstorm, being in a mecha felt particrlyfortable. "Chat about what?" "Wang Zheng, hows your training? Havent you awakened your ability? You should use your ability more; how else will you improve?" said Zhang Shan. The four switched on their video chat. Wang Zheng smiled painfully. "You think I dont want to? My body barely keeps up. However, for the sake of everyone, I will do my best and keep on moving." "What, you have such strength and yet you cant keep up? Your growth is pretty good. Use your ability and help me warp to a faraway ce instead." "Wang Zheng, I think you are more like a fountain. You need to tap into your potential and harness it, find the real method. Actually, these circumstances are prettymon. Many people find that they have awakened but are not aware of what their actual ability is," Meng Tian said. After all, as a member of Academy X , she could not bepared to the other three. "Gosh, there is even such a thing? If I cannot feel it, doesnt it mean that I never will? asked Zhang Shan curiously. Wang Zheng smiled. "Thats probably not the case. I am afraid to use it. My body will definitely be unable to take it." "You must be exaggerating. Meng Tian once said that warping causes a strain on me, but even I can handle it. Given your monstrous capabilities, you should be fine. "This is a feeling, and it should be fairly urate. Wantonly using my Ability X will definitely cause other issues to arise," said Wang Zheng as he smiled sheepishly. After receiving help from so many people who tried to help him, he arrived at some understanding of his Ability X. His ability was different from the rest, and he was unable to control it. At that point, being too strong was not a good thing. If he lost control using his ability in the first phase, he could have died. The sounds of the wind started to weaken and the skies were starting to clear. There was indeed somethingforting about witnessing the skies clear. There was a warm feeling in ones heart. However, at this moment, there was a tremor and a weird sound. ... the surface was sinking. "This is not good; its quicksand. Run!" shouted Zhang Runan as soon as she got a grasp of the situation outside. Chapter 256: Student Wangs Super Explosive Ability X Chapter 256: Student Wangs Super Explosive Ability X Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Since who knows when, the area that they were at had be a low-lying area. Just a short distance away was a huge pit. Sand flowed down it like water and the mecha were sinking. They were within the area of the quicksand. No one had expected to encounter such an incident. This was simply a nightmare. The mecha were a burden as the heavier they were, the faster they sank. There was no point in shouting for help at this point in time. If they were not able to get out in time, they would be finished in just minutes. In fact, they had started to sink moments ago. However, due to the howling of the wind, together with the fact that the four of them were inexperienced, they did not pay much attention to it. Were they going to die in this ce??? A few kilometers away, Yuan Ye was astonished. It seemed too unbelievable. If they had moved a little faster, they would be on their way to the reincarnation cycle. To a mech warrior, if one was to be trapped in the quicksand in the desert, death would be unavoidable. "What the hell is this? Anyone who was trapped in this would have no chance of survival. This type of selection process is even more ridiculous than the first stage!" "Its good that you all are capable. An average person would not have been able to assess when such a thing would ur!" "Oh, damn, do you actually think that we can make it to the mainpetition? Those who make it to An wont be ordinary people. To bepeting with a bunch of lunatics would be risking our lives. We should just try to keep our lives intact while trying to achieve a good result. We really couldntpete with them anymore!" "Eh, I think i saw some sort of reflection. Could it be that someone was unlucky?..." "Youre right! Its a reflection from a mech. Oh, damn, who is the unlucky one?" "It seems to be... Runan and her group were just in front of us..." The four men looked at one another. Suddenly, Yuan Ye let out a weird scream. The engine of the Bata roared and it headed towards the direction of the hole. The rest of them quickly followed. Although Wang Zheng and his group were not in the center of the quicksand whirlpool, which spanned across hundreds of metres in diameter, they could still feel that their mecha were sinking at a fast pace. At the crucial moment, the four of them immediately tried to control their machines. The engines snarled loudly, but it was futile. The more they struggled, the faster they sank. Zhang Shan let out a huge scream. He seemed to be distracted when he suddenly activated his Ability X! His Bata Type V suddenly jerked and was able to escape the quicksand. Although it was only a discement of approximately one meter, it was enough to save his life. At this moment, the engine roared louder and the mech was able to get out of the quicksand area rapidly. It was a moment where he pushed the mech to its limit. Zhang Shan was trying to run outwards as though he was crazy. At the moment of life and death, Zhang Runan shrank her body quickly. The arms of the Bata Type V stopped moving momentarily. Then, suddenly, the arms mmed towards the sides, causing an air explosion. Boom... This was an ingenious idea. The explosive force was released in a short moment, sting away the quicksand. Zhang Runan immediately flew out. However, Wang Zheng and Meng Tian were closer to the center of the quicksand and had sunk the deepest. The greatest problem was that Meng Tians Ability X was useless at this moment. After escaping the quicksand area with much effort, Zhang Runan and Zhang Shan noticed that Wang Zheng and Meng Tian had not made it out. "Give me your hand, Meng Tian! Hurry!" Wang Zheng said with strong conviction. At the moment when Wang Zheng controlled his machine and grabbed hold of Meng Tian, a sudden turning maneuverunched Meng Tian out of the quicksand in one swift motion. At the same time, the sand had totally covered the cockpit of Wang Zhengs mech. Wang Zheng could not even open the cabin door even if he wanted to at this moment. Meng Tian was dumbfounded to the point where she almost forgot to move. "Power steer your mech! Hurry, Meng Tian!!" Wang Zhengs screaming finally shook Meng Tian awake. As though it was an instinctive move, the mech flew upwards. Zhang Shan and Zhang Runan quickly came over and helped Meng Tian regain bnce by standing at her left and ride sides. "What can we do now? What can we do now? Oh, damn! What do we do now!" Zhang Shan and the rest were at their wits end. They had to maintain their power steering to be able to maintain their mech above the sand. If they were to move closer, they would probably lose control. This was really a pressing issue. Just when Meng Tians mech was preparing to move towards Wang Zheng, she heard a loud voice. "Move back at least thirty meters. Hurry!" Wang Zheng did not sound angsty or depressed. It was the opposite; he seemed extremely calm. "No! If you die, we will die together." Meng Tians lips were bleeding as she bit her lip. "Runan, Zhang Shan, move Meng Tian away quickly. You all might have ns to die, but I do not wish to. Hurry! Theres no more time. I have a way to get out!" Wang Zhengs words were full of confidence. Zhang San and Zhang Runan were flustered. They immediately pulled Meng Tians mech along and moved outwards. "Listen to Wang Zheng! This guy has a n! He is the most capable!" As hepleted his sentence, there were no longer any movements. Zhang Runan gritted his teeth. Her mind had gone nk. How could it be? How did it turn out this way, how did it turn out this way... "Let go of me..." Meng Tian was exhausted. It was as though that roar from Wang Zheng had drained her of all her energy. Wang Zheng was just lying to them. In the blink of an eye, the cockpit had sunk below, leaving only the head exposed. In a few seconds, it would also disappear. The sky had cleared up. Was this thest glimmer of Wang Zhengs life? Having reached this stage, even if she didnt want to use it, she would have to! At this moment, Meng Tian was able to gather strength that was unknown to her and was able to break free from Zhang Shan and Zhang Runan. She would not let Wang Zheng die alone. At that very instant, the three of them suddenly felt a suffocating source of power. Soon after, a light blue cold ray exploded, turning the scorching hot desert into a zing cold hell. The three people could never forget this scene. Using the Bata as the center, everything surrounding it was freezing at a rate that could be tracked with the naked eye. The quicksand was frozen! Zhang Shans jaw dropped to the point that he could swallow his own hand... What was this?... After approximately ten seconds, everything in a twenty meter radius of the mech waspletely frozen. Meng Tian had already rushed towards the center with her Bata Type V. The quicksand had indeed been frozen, but she was not thinking about this anymore. "Hurry over and help!" Zhang Runan and Zhang Shan hurried over. With three mechas engines operating at maximum capacity, they applied a force together and pulled Wang Zhengs Bata out as though they were pulling out a carrot. "Hurry... Lets go..." Wang Zheng could not remember anything. It was as though he was drained of all his energy. The three of them carried the mech and ran with all their might to over more than a hundred meters away to escape the quicksand area before they stopped. The quicksand behind them was moving down at a faster ratepared to before. The previous scene seemed like a dream to them. When they opened the cabin door, Zhang Shan carried Wang Zheng out. At this moment, Wang Zheng was pale and his face was white as snow. Meng Tian pulled Zhang Shan aside and moved closer to Wang Zhengs chest area. His heartbeat was weak and his breathing... was also weak. Immediately, Meng Tian separated Wang Zhengs mouth and started performing CPR. Tears were racing down Meng Tians face. Zhang Shan shrugged his shoulders helplessly... He actually couldve done this for Wang Zheng too. Zhang Runan touched Wang Zhengs head. "He should be alright. He has most likely exhausted all his energy. It was surprising that the attribute of his Ability X was the same as yours!" Compared to Zhang Shang and Meng Tian, Zhang Runan was calmer. Meng Tian came from a military family background and was familiar with first aid. She probably had a better understanding with regards to Ability X and knew that Wang Zhengs current condition was a ssic result of over exerting oneself. Finally catching her breath, Meng Tian realised that she had lost her cool previously. However, she couldnt care much about it. Wang Zheng had indeed given the hope of surviving to her just moments ago. "Keke, Meng Tian, what ss would this ability fall into? It was truly scary to be able to freeze the quicksand in just an instant." Meng Tian and Zhang Runan looked at one another. Such a domineering ice attribute ability was truly amazing. "I am not too sure either. But it was definitely C ss or above!" Could it be that the two of them had achieved a breakthrough at the same time that day? Wang Zhengs attribute was ice too. However, if it was of the same source, why hadnt she felt it? "There are peopleing this way. Itll be best if we do not say anything," said Zhang Runan. Zhang Runan was still the calmest person. Meng Tian might look resilient, but she was in fact the one most likely to suffer a breakdown. Wang Zheng had a strong ability but would fall unconscious once he used it. They couldnt let anyone know about it or there might be big issues. Meng Tian caressed Wang Zhengs face, took out a bottle of water, and drank a mouthful of it before passing it slowly to Wang Zheng. At this romantic moment, Zhang Runan gave Zhang Shang a kick. Zhang Shan had intended to continue watching but had to turn around. Sigh, he would have liked to save the damsel in distress too, but he just did not have the opportunity. Wang Zheng was too cunning, always choosing the best opportunity to save others. Although this ultimate move had great power, it was a pity that it could only be used for a huge move instead of being controlled subtly. However, this was not an issue as gaining control of it was just a matter of time. Practically, only Wang Zheng knew the truth about it. This wasnt an issue about exerting his ability in smaller amounts. In fact, this was the weakest form that he had control over. His spiritual energy, which was the source of his Ability X, was too strong, so it caused his body to not be able topletely withstand it. Meng Tian moved Wang Zhengs head into her arms and tried to feel any changes in Wang Zhengs body. She could not let anything happen to Wang Zheng. When Wang Zheng opened his eyes, the Moon was already hanging high up in the sky. He did not feel anything different, just that his whole body was sore and as though he had not rested for a long period of time. "You have finally awakened." Zhang Shan jumped down and the others quickly crowded around. "How long was I unconscious for?" Wang Zheng shook his heads. "It was more than three hours, but we had a good rest too. Yuan Ye and his group happened to be nearby and they want to travel with us," said Zhang Runan as he winked at Wang Zheng. Yuan Ye looked at Wang Zheng and said, "It couldnt be Wang Zheng. Did you overexert yourself too much previously and became exhausted? How could you faint from fatigue after running for such a short period of time?" Wang Zheng was taken aback by what Yuan Ye said. He also knew it mustve been Zhang Shan who had concealed the real situation. "What? I overexerted myself and caused myself to feel a bit unwell." "Can you still move?" Song Li asked curiously as Wang Zheng did look a bit pale and weak. "Its not a big issue, just feeling a little hungry now. Let me have something to eat and drink and I should be alright." Yuan Ye and his group were amusing. They could have left first but had chosen to stay behind. It would be better to be travelling together as having Song Li and his group could help prevent them from walking into quicksand. In other words, Wang Zheng and his group were lucky. If they had sunken a little deeper, they would have all perished. Chapter 257: Ability X Strength Classification Chapter 257: Ability X Strength ssification Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas After consuming a meal ferociously, Wang Zheng could feel that his body was recovering quickly. Although he still felt some soreness and pain after some physical activity, he could totally ignore it. As the group went on the road with Yuan Yes group, there were more things to talk about. After all, they had taken an unusually long break. Along the way, Yuan Ye kept bragging about the abilities of Song Li and his group. With Song Li around, they would not have to worry about any idents happening. "Are you alright, Wang Zheng? If you are still not feeling well, I can apany you and take a break," said Meng Tian worriedly. "Meng Tian, what has Wang Zheng been doing this whole summer? He was considered a ck horse in the first stage and many people are waiting for the chance to teach him a lesson in the second stage. His current condition will not make it. Look at me, Im much stronger now. We have been training hard for the entire summer." Yuan Yes true intention was not to talk to Meng Tian but to show off his muscles to Zhang Runan. He could show that such marches were nothing for the people from Europa. The physical condition of the people from Europa was really good, one of the best in the Sr System. Zhang Shan shook his head helplessly. This dude should look at who he was boasting to. Wang Zhengs ability was something that would be considered frightening. At the crucial moment, he could defeat anyone in an instant. However, he was not allowed to talk about it, and this was a headache for him. "Im fine and am recovering gradually. It seems that your preparations were rather thorough." "Yeah, we travelled to the Norton Star to undergo special training. Europa and Raphael Academy have some connections. Five times the gravity was definitely insane; this type of situation is considered trivial inparison." Yuan Ye said that at Europa, if a guy wanted to go after a girl, he would have to show off his abilities. Zhang Shan did have much to talk about with Yuan Ye. At this moment, Meng Tian and Wang Zheng had started their own private channel. "Are you actually okay?" "It was nothing. Im not that fragile. Dont think about it too much. Im sure you would have done so too if you were in my position,"ughed Wang Zheng. ""Thank you, I owe you a life." "Were teammates. It was hard to say if I would need you to save me some day, so lets not think about it." Wang Zheng waved his hand and smiled. His honest attitude made Meng Tian feel much at ease. "Your ability is very strange. Its really strong, but it seems that you dont have full control over it?" asked Meng Tian. "At the moment, it seems to be so. However, I have been working hard to control it." "This is the first time I witnessed an Ability X that has a C Grade strength right when it awakened." "What is C Grade strength?" "There are many different attributes and types of abilities. If we want to ssify it specifically, there could be over a hundred different types. However, the deciding factor in a battle is not just the type but also the strength. For example, Zhang Shans ability is definitely considered to be high-grade in terms of the ssification of abilities. However, this is not enough; one also has to look at its strength. He should be at the low D Grade as his discement is limited. If his abilitys strength was C Grade, he could have brought all of us out of that situation." Meng Tian said that this wasmon knowledge in Academy X. However, such knowledge was considered to be umon in the outside world. "In most cases, awakened abilities are usually at the D Grade and below and one will have to learn to control it and develop it. Very rarely do we have cases like yours where the ability is at C Grade or higher from the moment it awakens. One can only try to gauge the strength through intuition." "There are higher grades?" Wang Zheng was curious regarding this topic. It seemed that there were many others ssifications. "A, B, C, D, four different grades. For each grade, there are three levels. A Grade is the strongest and most people are at D Grade at the moment. Runan and I are approximately at the middle level of D Grade. For your situation, its likely that you have exceeded D grade. As for the exact position, even I cannot tell." "Zhang Shan and Song Li all have low D Grade abilities?" "Yes, among the people from our batch, Achilles, Lear, and Lie Xin are the strongest three people. Rumors have it that they have surpassed the D Grade in terms of strength. However, you are simr. Their advantage lies in their ability strength." "Is everyones ability fixed? What I mean is, can we learn abilities from one another?" asked Wang Zheng. Meng Tian was taken aback for a moment andughed. "Are you seeing this as choosing what lessons you want to take? Ability X is defined at birth. asionally, it might evolve and bring about new powers. And there might be people who are born with multiple abilities, but I have never heard about learning a new ability." Anyone with some knowledge about Ability X would not have asked such a childish question, but Wang Zheng felt the need to ask about it. It was apparent that his understanding of Ability X was different from the rest and was definitely unique. It seemed that he would need to learn how to control it, and he would have to stay low for some time. Meng Tian was very happy. She felt that the fact that Wang Zhengs ability being simr to hers was a sign of chemistry and fate. Although she couldnt put it into words, she felt warmth in her heart. "Oh, right, what are the differences between us and the people from Antis?" Wang Zheng felt that people from Academy X paid more attention to Antis. With the curiosity of human beings, someone must have conducted ample research. "Yes, there are some differences. However, I am not privy to that knowledge. They are gically superior but are unlike us. Furthermore, they have to rely on their own specialized tools." Meng Tian knew little in this aspect. Humans had their own unique attributes. The people from Antis were strong, but they did have their own problems. After giving it much thought, it would make much sense. If Antis was really invincible, why would they still follow thews of the Milky Way Alliance? They would be ruling it if that were true. "Wang Zheng, Meng Tian, did you two just start a private conversation without us? Thats too heartless," said Yuan Ye. The atmosphere around the two of them was destroyed. Yuan Ye did not know how to read the atmosphere. It was no wonder Zhang Runan could not stand him. Although Zhang Runan seemed rowdy on the outside, she was a girl who was interested in the arts, and there was no way she could stand such a crude guy. "I feel like my body has recovered. Guys, we can pick up our speed and try to cover more distance," said Wang Zheng. "Dont act tough, Wang Zheng, we still have a few days more." "Dont worry about it!" Eight mech warriors took advantage of night time and marched forward. It was clear that the resting time for tonight would bepressed to make up for the time lost in the day. On the other side, the Eight Stars from the Moon had arrived at the oasis along their nned route. Everyone had a bright smile and Dong Xiaosa was already screaming and rushing towards it. Initially, everyone thought that the oasis would very possibly be a huge, lush field. However, it was, in fact, a vige. The scale of the vige was substantial and a few hundred could people to live in it. Disregarding all the rest, at least they could get a good rest and replenish their supplies. Although it was night time, there was sufficient light around and many people were singing and dancing. The appearance of mech warriors had not caused any confusion. On the other hand, the passionate residents also invited the guests to dance with them. Due to living in close proximity to a military base, they were used to seeing military mech warriors. Also, as one of thergest oases in the desert, they mainly depended on replenishing others supplies and tourism to earn a living. In current times, they were many people who sought the torture and excitement from experiencing indigenous lives. After experiencing a long journey, Milo and her group were exhrated when they suddenly saw such a scene. Especially... when there was alcohol to be had! Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaoxiu were close to drooling. There were huge pieces of meat, and their aroma aroused the groups interest to the point of insanity. However, Achilles words dampened the excitement. "Rest, replenish our supplies, and we will move out in two hours time. Milo desired a bath the most and was close to going crazy. However, at this moment, she was sessful in suppressing her desire. Chapter 258: Unpredictable Chapter 258: Unpredictable Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was emotion management. Although the team felt a bit depressed, everyone had to respect Achilles callous attitude. Clearly, Achilles wasnt totally inhumane and was fine with the group satisfying basic needs like eating and drinking. However, alcohol would definitely not be allowed. However, humans often yearned what they were deprived of the most. Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaoxiu could barely hold back their desire for alcohol, especially when they were facing a group of people who were gobbling down huge chunks of meat and alcohol. It must have felt so good! Dong Xiaosa and Pi Xiaoxiu were salivating. However, they could only drink mineral water, and this was distasteful to them. Before the deadline of two hours, the Eight Stars gathered afterpleting replenishing their supplies and were ready to move out. In fact, there was nothing much for them to replenish other than having a good meal and replenishing some military-use rations and water. After all, the mecha did not have the same type of storage capabilities as a refrigerator. "On your mark, lets move out!" Achilles waved his hands after looking at the night sky. "If it was me, I would have done a check first." A voice came from the dark. The excitement of the Eight Stars died down. Achilles turned around and saw a man walking out from the dark. Taros! "Atos, Masasi, you guys go take a look," said Achilles calmly. "What a coincidence, Taros. Looks like we have quite a bit of affinity that we actually met here,"ughed Achilles. "Boss, look, seems like someone wanted to ambush us!" Achilles found a miniature electromaic mine on his mech. As the mech moved, the mine would detonate after umting a certain amount of maic force. Although the destructive force wasnt big, it would be enough to cause a malfunction of the mech in a long journey. If it really went off, disqualification would be inevitable. "Thank you!" Achilles looked at Taros and couldnt believe Taros would help him. Taros shook his head and said, "Im doing this for myself. At the first stage, we made a bet and I conceded my defeat. I will support your bid to be the leader. Also... I was interested in Lie Xins group, although she has no interest in me." Taros was direct. Achilles had a great understanding of Taros personality. He wouldnt have done this unless there were benefits. Raston was allied with Lie Xin. Taros would definitely have to make a choice between him or Lear. At this moment, it would be almost certain that Taros would choose him. The bet was just an excuse. After all, Taros still wanted to save face. "Wee! With your help, it will be a great addition to our already strong team!" Achilles smiled. Although Milo and her group werent too fond of Taros, his strength was stronger than those in Achilles group. In addition, the current group wasnt enough topete for the position of leader. "What the hell, whos the one who wanted to ambush us? I would definitely kill him if I knew who he was." "Probably Lear. We are on Earth; I dont believe that he did not know that this would be the training ground and made ns beforehand to ambush us," Atos said angrily. He noticed that Taros did not look friendly and felt that it was Taros who wanted to ambush them. Taros couldnt care less about it. He was here for the shared benefits and couldnt be bothered with how a small fly looked at him. Achilles was clear about Taros personality. This man wasnt dependable. However, if there were benefits, especially shared benefits, he could be the most dependable. "Damn, Lear has broken the rules. I will go after him after we reach the base!" Dong Xiaosa was fuming. "How do you see it, Milo?" asked Achilles. "The electromaic mine is a product from Earth and was made by the Chronos family. I did not think that Lear would be childish enough to do so. The way the current situation is developing, it is clear that the position of leader would be given to either Boss or Lie Xin. Lear does not have any supporters, so naturally he can only decide to join someone elses coalition. Its unlikely that he would resort to such a childish method to put us at a disadvantage." "He could have just ambushed both Lie Xin and us!" "Then IG will exist in name only this time." Milos eyes shed and nced at Taros. "Taros, did you see anything?" "All I saw was a figure shing by. Even if there was no such figure, it is a basic thing to conduct a check on ones mech. Yet you all were foolish enough to not leave behind anyone to keep watch," said Taros with a sarcastic smile creeping from the side of his mouth. "Dont you need to depend on foolish people like us!?" Atos could not hold back and replied sarcastically. "Keke, those who can recognize the current situation are considered wise, and I was wise," said Taros nonchntly. This was a weakness of the people from the moon. Achilles had never expected to encounter such incidents in a selection test. He took a look at Atos and Atos stopped talking. To be a leader, Achilles would not only need the capacity to ept others but also the ability to control them. "Wee!" Achilles took the initiatives and held out his hand. He would need a "scheming" person by his side, and without a doubt, Taros was the best candidate. Was it Lear? Im afraid its more likely to be Lie Xin! No one would believe it if someone said that the Lie family had no one on Earth. This woman could be more ruthless than a man, and at this moment, Lie Xins biggest opponent was him. As for Lear ... other than that obese guy on his team, no one could be bothered with him. Although he had the ability, he was too arrogant, and even Achilles would not be willing to use him. "I hope that we will have a joyful alliance!" Taros said with a greedy look. Although he was one of the five candidates, Taros was simr to Raston with regards to the need to choose the person he wished to follow. This would not only determine the result of the IG Competition this time, it would also affect their future based on their results. After all, Achilles and Lie Xin were not ordinary humans, and IG was only a spring board. This was a deration of war from Lie Xin! Simrly, Lie Xin had encountered the same situation. The only difference was that it was discovered by Ruofeng. Every team had a conscientious person! "Has Lear fallen so much that he had to make such a despicable move?" Lie Guang could not hold back his emotions and let out augh. "It doesnt seem to be so. Although Lear isnt very sociable, he is someone with pride. Even if he wanted to do this, he wouldnt have done it on his own territory and made it so obvious," said Raston as he shook his head. Lie Xin smiled. "It probably wasnt Lear. That man has too much pride and looks down upon everyone. Also, such a trick would not be able to change the current situation. He stands no chance this year." If we were to look at the teams and reputations, Achilles and Lie Xin wouldpletely dominate Lear. Disregarding them, other ordinary members would probably spend more time finding out about Ares College than about Lear. "Do you think that this could;ve been done by someone from Achilles group?" Lin Ruofeng asked. The focus was on someone from Achilles group and not Achilles specifically. The Sun God was a man with a high level of pride and confidence and would not have resorted to such tricks. However, the same could not be said about the people under him. Milo, Atos, Masasi, and the rest of the group were fatally loyal to Achilles. It was hard to say if they would have such thoughts after seeing Raston joining the other side. "You all do not have to look at Achilles with such high regard. That man only looks decent in on the outside. The people from the Moon have been learning from their failures, and people do change. Lets just treat it as the official start of the battle. We have to pick up the pace; I want to be in first ce for the remainder of thepetition. Lie Xin was ambitious and spoke with much gusto. The addition of Raston and Lie Guang had bolstered her team. No one could possibly think of stopping her! Different from the others, Lear had chosen to proceed ahead alone while enjoying the loneliness of the desert. As for Luo Fei, he had decided to mix with the stragglers and tried to get closer with them. After all, he was from Earth and had done strategic assaults, and the rest of the people were willing to bring a guide. This was especially true as they were unable to enter the strongest teams, meaning their only goal was to achieve a good result. Obviously, if they had more luck and entered the main round, it would be even more amazing. Results were the most important. In Gil Base. "Qiu Si, is this group of little dudes capable enough?" "General, their ability to adapt is extremely strong. However, theyck vignce. In a small test, it was shown that Lie Xin and Achilles reactions would not have passed," said Qiu Si seriously. "Who had the better performance?" "General, Lear has had the best performance thus far and has fully fulfilled the goals we set. He is to the point and clear. Lear is in first ce currently and has a huge lead over the rest. He is also highly vignt," said Qiu Si without hiding anything. "Alright, continue the surveince, ... how has Wang Zheng performed thus far?"asked Meng Ao suddenly just when he was leaving. "Wang Zheng... performance was average and is currently in the middle pack of the teams. However, he has not made any mistakes." Qiu Si continued, "General, I suggest letting Meng Tian and Zhang Runan be ressified to Lears team. With the strength of the two of them together with Lear and Luo Fei, Earth could expect to achieve a lot!" Meng Ao did not said a word. "Continue the surveince." "Yes, General!" Qiu Si did not hold back on formalities as the video image of Meng Ao disappeared. Wang Zheng and the group were also picking up their pace. The aftereffects that he was worried about did not ur. In the process of transforming powerful energy, he was drained of all his strength. However, Wang Zhengs recovery ability was extremely strong and he was recovering gradually. It was just that... he had eaten too much. There was indeed strength in numbers in the lonely environment of the desert. One would not be able to understand how anyone could get used to being here alone. The eternally simr environment was driving people to insanity, and the level of fatigue was beyond what ordinary people could endure. On the opposite side, when moving in a group while encouraging one another, the feeling of stress and fatigue would seem much less intense. To maintain the current pace, the team had employed the strategy of rotating the leading person. The scorching hot environment was a huge headache for everyone. It was especially so for Meng Tian and Zhang Runan. The longer thissted, the more the disadvantages of being a female would show. Even Zhang Runan had started to feel unbearable. However, the encouragement from the people around her had allowed her to continue to persevere. At their current pace, it was possible to reach their goal on time. For five days, they were always with their mecha. The most obvious transformation was that they werepletely used to the mecha and were no longer feeling unfamiliar with them. In addition, there couldve been some subconscious transformations that even they themselves had not noticed. On the fifth day, the participants of the current selection test arrived at their destination one after another in their mecha. Lear was the first to arrive. He had broken the record with respect to the speed he crossed the desert. He had taken the most direct route. Lie Xin and her group were the second to arrive. Lie Xin had originally thought that she would be the fastest and was surprised to see that Lear had arrived before her. The third wave included Achilles and his group. When the crowd saw Taros with them, they were clear of what had happened. The fourth wave to arrive was Wang Zheng and his group. They were originally in the middle of the pack. However, their pace had clearly quickened in thest two days and they had finished strongly. At this stage, the distribution of power had roughly taken shape. However, not everyone was able to arrive on time. No one had thought about what would happen if they werent on time. They thought that it would be a deduction in points in the worst case. However, at the moment the time was up, the gates to the base were mmed shut. Those who had not arrived were all eliminated. There would be flying ships that would be sending them out directly, and there wasnt any chance for a conclusion. No excuses, no exnations. Chapter 259: Attacking the Heart Chapter 259: Attacking the Heart Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Qiu Si looked upon the 42 remaining people before hm. "Firstly, I have to congratte you bunch of rookies. Youre slightly better than the rookies outside. But thats only because you understand the value of hard work just a little bit better than them! Rest today. Tomorrow, your training begins anew. Now... And... attention! And... dismissed!" The 42 people in the great hall sported haggard faces. Even Achilles himself could not have endured such hardships with an unchanging face. A humans control over their own body was quite strong, but to handle a mech in addition to it was an extra burden. The moment Qiu Si gave themand for dismissal, the portly Luo Fei sat down heavily on the floor. "Oh, God. This torture is both physical and mental. Finally its over." "Fatty, Ist saw you a few days ago, and it looks like youve put on weight again. Looks like you still have deep, untapped potential, eh." Those nearby could not resist throwing a few jabs. No one expected such harsh training from the get-go. To think that so many people had been directly eliminated... they must not have anticipated the unforgiving training either. All kinds of protests and outcries fell on deaf ears. IGs rules were rules. At the same time, those remaining understood that here, Qiu Si was God. Life and death all fell within the palm of his hand, and nobody was above the rules. Achilles looked at Lie Xin, who returned his gaze coolly. Thepetition between the two had begun to intensify. Lear seemed to be out of sorts. Again, Wang Zheng had qualified with a respectable result, and he was beginning to attract attention. This was clearly not beginners luck C Ares Colleges elite soldier had suddenly disyed considerable ability. Lie Xin was intrigued. She really wanted to get Zhang Runan on her side. Meanwhile, Achilles team had people flocking to it. He already had nine on his team, and with the addition of Taros, only two slots remained, and choices were limited. Lie Xins side was doing fairy well. Lie Guang, Raston, Carl, Lin Ruofeng, and Ma Hong made up a six-person team, with six more seats waiting to be filled. With this wave of eliminations, everyone understood that a good leader was essential tost until the mainpetition. As for Lear, his reputation had fallen a little, to the point where even Luo Fei was beginning to reconsider his options. The Moon team clearly did not need him, and Achilles did not look upon him with favor either. But perhaps Lie Xin was of a different mind. "Leader Lie Xin, I wonder if your team is looking for a runner?" Luo Fei asked boldly. Fatty was being rather thick-skinned C Lears reputation was notpletely gone, after all. Lear paused briefly, his shoulders shaking. But he did not turn back. He was the former champion, but no one was heeding him. Lie Xin surveyed the simpering fatso in front of her mildly. She was, in fact, short on numbers, but she would rather run short than have a burden to the team. The other team members had also begun to look over. Everyone knew that things wereing to a head and was sensitive to the way the wind blew. They knew that a wrong choice could destroy their chances, so they tended towards caution. Who would think that this fatty would boldly approach Lie Xin from the get-go? Could he really think so highly of her? Lie Xin did not speak. There was no need to. At her side, Lin Ruofeng said smilingly, "Luo Fei, we wee all requests to join our team. But of course, you have to prove that you can pull your own weight, right?" What Lin Ruofeng really wanted to say, however, was, "Werent you following Lear? Now that his star has fallen, youre abandoning ship? Who would want a deserter like you?" Luo Fei scratched his head, eyeing the Moon team. "I got rid of Atos. Im not sure if thats enough proof for you. Im not too sure about what the higher-ups are thinking either, to bring back an eliminated participant." At that moment, the hall erupted into a heated discussion. This fatty Luo Fei was vicious to shame Atos publicly. Everyone had been wondering who had eliminated Atos. Nobody would have imagined that it was this cowardly fatty, or that he would reveal this in front of the Moon team. Achilles face remained expressionless, but his eyes burned with anger. Meanwhile, Atos had already rolled up his sleeves and was about to walk over, but found himself blocked by Taros, who shook his head slightly. "There will be plenty of chances for reckoning." Lie Xin smiled. At first she did not want this fatty, but Martians admired those with guts the most. "You got some guts to dare to insult the Sun God." "Keke, I might not have other strong points, but Im not afraid of death, and I have courage. Thats why I only choose to associate with the strong. I wonder if Team Leader Lie Xin counts herself among one of those?" Fattys smile was unabashed. He had made himself clear. He would be loyal to someone capable, but if one was inept, then they have no right to expect loyalty from their followers. "Direct. I like it. From now on, Luo Fei is a member of my team. If anyone resents this, they can look for me directly." Lie Xins words were directed at Atos. "Good luck onlyes once." Atos was livid with anger, but Achilles held him back with a smile. "Lie Xin, are you prepared?" Behind his simple question was a mountain of pressure directed at Lie Xin. Although she had been prepared, but his aura still intimidated her. However, she would never back down. "Achilles, our showdown is simply a matter of time. Lets just begin now so we wont be confused as to whos the boss in the future." Lie Xin would not back down one inch. Both teams began toe forth as well, in preparation for a fight. "I ept your challenge. I hope you do not disappoint me. Also... fat kid. You got guts, but your luck might not be that good." Achilles had clearly marked Luo Fei, and matters would not beid to rest so easily. The Moon team took the lead and left. Their confrontation would be no meaningless scuffle on the streets, but a contest in the uing qualifications to see who was stronger in ability, intellect, and maneuvers. The ghost of a smile hung on the corner of Fattys lips. The corner of Atos mouth simrly twitched. Lear, who had been leaning on a wall in the corner, shook his head. Children ying house. "Taros, I misunderstood you. My apologies. If I can be of any use to you in the future, please feel free to ask. I will not decline, on my honor as a man!" In the past few days, Atos had been unagreeable towards Taros. The others were in no good position to interfere. After all, Taros was only an outsider. But now Atos had rified, and it was clear that it had all been a misunderstanding. A new sense of good feeling had emerged among the Moon side. "From now on, Taros is ourrade. Lets all trust each other and help one another out!" Achilles said. Lie Xins challenge was but a small matter on his mind. It gave him an excuse to act, without being called out for bullying women. "Damn, this is all one big show. That fatty is really thick, huh? To publicly call out the Moon team... I think Atos is ready to eat his heart," Yuan Ye quipped. "These two are really swaggering about, as if the team leaders could only be chosen from them. Tch, based on what!?" Zhang Shan was unwilling to submit. "It cant be helped. From the start, we apanied the prince in his studies. Lear was worthy of our hopes, but hes always been too proud and aloof. Its a fault of Earthlings. Eh, Im not talking about you guys. Im just saying he doesnt get along well with people. Otherwise, we would have a chance too," Yuan Ye said. Chapter 260: Resonance Chapter 260: Resonance Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Tch, is there really no one suitable to be team leader besides the few of them? I think Wang Zheng is suitable. If Wang Zheng is unwilling, even I would do it," Zhang Shan said. Everyone was stunned for a moment, then they burst out intoughter. "Alright, I also came because I wanted to be a team leader, but for now lets be real and think of a way to get into a team. Thats the only way we can have a chance to qualify and see what the outside world is really like," Yuan Ye said. He had to decide. Should he go to the Moon side or the Mars side? Both sides still had space. If they waited for others to defect, they would have no ce and would definitely be eliminated. In fact, results were not even the most crucial factor. But words were just words. In the current situation, Zhang Shan was frustrated and unwilling to wait. Originally, it was uplicated battle of skill. However, now it had evolved into a matter of team politics. This was unfair from the start. The military had favored some Academy X students too much, to the point that the rest were left out. It had nowe to the point where the majority had no choice but these select few. The problem was, they were four, and it seemed unlikely that a team could take in all of them. "Why do we have to depend on others, anyway? If our own abilities are insufficient, then elimination is a matter of course. If we are strong, then we wont be taken down," Meng Tian said dispassionately. In this team, Meng Tian and Zhang Runan had options avable to them. It was Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan that would face problems. Wang Zheng smiled. "Its not a bad idea to take care of ourselves. I approve of Meng Tians view." "Tch, Im Zhang Shan! I fear nobody! This brother is a future general, a rising star in the army!" Zhang Shan blustered. They would definitely be full of tricks, and in actuality no one knew what the armys criteria were. Thinking that a position was set in stone for them by following a particr team was merely wishful thinking for those present, as things would still change. "Rather than overthink things, it would be better to elevate oneself through proper training. Every step of preparation is meaningful. The long trek this time around also got us more familiar with the mecha. Havent you all realized that the sense of foreignness has disappeared and that the mecha are like old friends?" Zhang Runan asked. It was indeed as she had pointed out. Previously, mecha were mecha, tools. But after experiencing the long march, especially weathering the sandstorm, they had be more attuned to their mecha and were clearer and more familiar with the fine details. This was a skill of experience, which was not something any book or instructor could teach. It was a realization that each individual had to find out for themselves. The training had been the same. Some people had been resentful, some grew closer, some had builtworks, while others were only just beginning to realize its purpose. "We should rest early. Tomorrow will not be easy." The two girls could not wait to take a bath. These five days had been tough. There had been a huge stir in the music scene recently. Lin Huiyinstest single had met with a disaster akin to the Battle of Waterloo. After its chart debut at sixth ce, it had fallen to 18th within a week, causing a hugemotion. For an An princess to achieve a string of sesses within the music industry with nothing but her own effort had earned Lin Huiyin the title of perfect. Every new song was met with strong anticipation, and expectations of her grew steadily. But one could not strive thus forever. Humans were not gods. Furthermore, Lin Huiyins presence ticked off some of the industry bigwigs. Why would a princesse to snatch jobs from them? She had brought quite a few inconveniences upon them, but they could noty a finger on her, for fear of the fan armys vengeance. The music industry was cut-throat. Of course, her status as a princess meant that the taunts would be suitably dressed up when her downfall came. "Hello, everybody, youre tuned in to music stage VIVI, and Im your host, Ai Le. Today were especially fortunate to have the prince of music, Robert, as an honored guest at VIVI. Robert, Im sure youve heard thetest hot news in the music scene, that Princess Huiyins illustrious career has finally hit a snag. What are your thoughts on the song Love Affinity?" "Well, all in all its not bad, if a little ambitious. Shes tried to express too much in the song and ended up cluttering its meaning. Music-making requires a certainposure to it." "Thats quite right! Roberts opinion is held by the majority as well. This song has fallen short of her usual standard. It seems like young people would do well not to be too reckless!" The host smiled. This was on Arbiter, which was simrly arge empire. They would not bother too much with Lin Huiyin, although it was the hot topic even in Arbiter entertainment. "Yes, thats what I think. I feel that Huiyin should take some time to consolidate her work. Just doing the same things over and over again will get old very quickly." "This music update has been brought to you by music stage VIVI. Now, on to the next topic, our very own Arbitan Robert C the real prince of music C has a new uing album..." Click. Ye Zisu switched off the Skylink program. Virtually every television channel was the same. Only the An television channels continued to support Huiyin. Only, the quality of the song was indeed different. In truth, the new single was not as bad as it was made out to be, except that the first few were written from the heart, while thetter were written by the brain. These were less stirring, and the more brilliant the first few songs were, the more apparent that this one was a flop was. Beep beep beep. The Skylink entered a designated group and let out an alert tone. Someone had started a group chat C it was a music club. "Did everyone see the VIVI music stage program just now? It makes me so angry to see Robert trying to step on Princess Huiyin to further his own status. And the audacity to call himself a prince? Its bad enough that he looks in, but to put on such airs..." The diva group leader wasying into it with fang and w. Ye Zisu said reasonably, "Everyone has unrealistic expectations of Huiyin. If one puts them aside, the single is actually not bad." "Isnt it!? I think so too. Oh, looks like a new participant in the club. Not bad, not bad. As long as you continue contributing actively and meaningfully, if Lin Huiyin everes back to Earth- no, to the Sr System, therell definitely be a club ticket with your name on it." The group descended into chaos again with a roar, evoking many members to mor for all kinds of freebies and services. Especially the male members. "Shut up! Todays mission is amunity war against those that are badmouthing Huiyin." Ye Zisu smiled. She had received her mission, and the rules had been rxed. She was just about to use her ount to go on the designated music forum when the Skylink emitted a special ringtone... "Im still waiting on my tiptoes..." It was from herposition "I Really Miss You". This songs ringtone had been exclusively designated to two people. One was Wang Zheng. The other was Lin Huiyin. Flipping open the Skylink, it was Huiyinsmunication. No surprises. She connected the Skylink to see Lin Huiyins smiling face. "Zisu, its me! Im bored, what are you up to?" "Im preparing to go to war for you, the loyal fan that I am." Ye Zisuughed. "What war?" Lin Huiyin perked up in an instant. Truth be told, the situation wasplicated. On one hand, she supported her sister Aina. On the other hand, Zisu was her sisters love rival. But Huiyin really liked Ye Zisu, especially her understanding of music. Put simply, she knew what was up! "Mm, the high music society has started posting and replying..." Lin Huiyin listened for a while, and her eyes widened. "Isnt this one of the fabled Inte me wars?" In far away An... In a unique recess room, Lin Huiyin was huffily reading through an endless string of posts. Although she knew deep down in her heart that her new single had issues, she still felt defensive reading through all kinds of nder... On the asion that a supportive fan stood up for her, the following posts were all filled with "Another brainless fan?" Her fans were NOT brainless! Lin Huiyin blinked. In truth, she did feel a little slighted, but she wasrgely unafraid of harsh criticism. But she was looking for constructive feedback after the scorn, not pointless abuse and jabs. Nor did she wish for her fans to be insulted thus. Why would they be that happy that her songs were not doing well? All she wanted was to bring the joy of music to everybody. "Zisu, what do you think romance is?" She was still sore about her loss regarding the song "Love Affair." Deep down, Huiyin had a streak of pride, especially concerning her musical talent. This was not something bestowed upon her by her status as a princess, but a result of her own efforts, and she would not admit defeat easily. On the other side, Ye Zisu pondered the question with a smile. "Simplicity." "Simplicity?" In Lin Huiyins mind, romance was a raging, surging torrent of emotions, a collision of stars. She thought of the ssic romantic tragedy between the shepherd and the weaver. "Its notplicated. As long as you have that feeling, then its a good memory, regardless of the oue." "What else? Do you mean to say that people can be happy even if theyre not together? I dont get it." Lin Huiyins interest peaked. It suddenly urred to her that this was creative material. Although she had no personal experience, she had seen the entire process before, after all. And a personal ount made for the best material! In an instant, Lin Huiyin had forgotten her worries. Unexinably, Ye Zisu began to pour her heart out to Ainas sister, speaking of things she could not tell those close to her, not her father nor An Mei, who were prone to taking venting too seriously. But she was unafraid with Lin Huiyin. She was not worried that she would tell Aina, who already knew everything. Lin Huiyin was indeed a good listener. Although nothing stood out in their conversation, the feel of the conversation gave Lin Huiyin great inspiration. After a long, pleasant conversation with Ye Zisu, Lin Huiyin felt that she had made great breakthroughs. How could she not have discovered such wonderful things previously? Inspiration came from life, and art was greater than life. Lin Huiyin immediately called Aina on the Skylink. Of course, one need not stand on ceremony with ones own sister. "Sis, are you busy? Spare me some time." "Whats up?" Aina looked at Lin Huiyins cheeky expression with mild amusement. Lin Huiyin looked at Aina through the Skylink with a frank gaze. "Sis, you... really are bing prettier and prettier. Im almost swooning with love for you." Ainas smile was dazzling, like a clear pond in the misty mountains. It cut through to ones heart. Aina blinked. "Out with it. What trouble have you gotten into this time?" Chapter 261: Prominence Chapter 261: Prominence Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In front of her, an An official approached and tapped his wrist with a finger, reminding her that the meeting would begin soon. "Do you miss him?" The question stunned Aina. She said nothing for a long while, her mind full. Some were instantly suppressed emotions. As a Princess, she knew that she had to control herself, and she always guarded against that control slipping. But Lin Huiyins one careless phrase had opened the doors in her heart. I am a Princess. Why must I sacrifice myself? Why must it always be conflict? Why must I care so much about the opinion of others? "Sis, are you OK?" Aina, who had been quiet for a while, smiled radiantly. "Huiyin, thanks, youre braver than I am!" Although Aina had to attend a meeting, she felt renewed. For the sake of her goal, she had recently bepliant, living up to others expectations of her as the perfect, dutiful Princess. But was this perfect? If she kept it up, she would lose herself! Little Huiyin paused for a moment. She didnt feel like she had said anything, but she recalled the look in Ainas eyes. It seemed to have changed somehow. A mechanically, rule-abiding Princess led such a colorless life. One should not always have to be concerned with judging matters of ck and white, but lead a colorful life. Although she had never had the experience before, she was not about to care about the opinion of others. She would just write her feelings out. Even if nobody liked it, it would still be her. After all, thest disaster did indeed express someone elses feelings! In a sh, inspiration burst forth for Huiyin! Lin Huiyin caressed her tear-stained face. It was the first time she had found the inner spirit for a love song. When she first debuted, the love songs she sang were catchy but devoid of meaning. "Your Highness..." Ang had no idea what had happened. Could it be too much stress? She had long said not to mind the haters, who enjoyed nothing better than to watch the world burn. At this moment, Lin Huiyin began to lightly hum a melody, pensive and light, a simple tune that spoke directly to the heart. "This is but a little, simple love song" "Which sings of the way the heart twists." "I think Im really happy" "When I feel your warmth." "The air beside my feet starts to twirl." "This is but a little, simple love song" "Which sings of the dove that flutters in our heart." "I think I am suited" "To sing praises." "Youth floats in the breeze." "Even if the whole world was taken hostage by loneliness," "I still would not run away." "No one escapes the ravages of time." "Instead I will write of the pce where time and the sound of pianose together." "This is but a little, simple love song" "... Everyone grows old in the end." "Your Highness..." It was the first time that Ang had lost herself in Lin Huyins voice, and she felt tears well up in her eyes. "My new song, the title track of my new album." Lin Huiyin turned her head back. Her tear-streaked face made ones heart ache for her, but her mouth was upturned in a smile as bright as a flower. Early on the second day, everyone was woken up by the assembly bell. They began the most grueling training that was utterly devoid of any skill. This was no qualification, this was a recruits hazing. Everyone rode their own mecha and advanced through the most basic drills. Precision aiming, strafe shooting, obstacle shooting, and the fundamental stabbing drills that was mostmon among exercise troops. The high and mightypetitors were fuming and chafing at the training. "Earths training is unbelievably mundane. Theyre treating us like recruits. Whats the point of this?" "We barely started the training, but it seems its already time to leave. We cant train here forever, its a waste of our time." "When are we going to get something difficult?" "Earth is such a low-difficulty-level ce..." When the afternoon training was over, everyone fumed as they ate. At this juncture, the canteen broke out into an uproar. Someone was fighting. The ruckus was between Achilles team and Lie Xins team. Atos had long been giving Luo Fei the evil eye, and had tripped him when he passed. The food was scattered all over the floor. The fatty smiled as if it was nothing, but a Martian would never let such an incident pass. Lie Xin gave Carl a look, and Carl immediately went over and flipped a table. Unbelievable. It had always been the Martians who started things. Who would dare to pick a fight with them? Fatty was equally callous, immediately attacking at vulnerable spots below the belt. He gave no consideration to any fair notions of one on one and directly took Atos down. The Moon team originally thought it was a one on one, and, when they saw Fatty move, could not hold themselves back. They swarmed up as one. Suddenly, the canteen was transformed into a chaotic battlefield! By the time the troops arrived, the canteen had been turned into a garbage dump. Qiu Si watched the melee dispassionately. Achilles wanted to stop the fight but did not. Lie Xin held back, afraid of exacerbating the matter. Taros was brawling, and Raston had no choice but to block him, attempting to keep the fight fair. Lie Xin and Achilles would not intervene unless matters got out of hand. Both had the presence of mind to realize that they should hold back. "Everybody, gather!" Upon Qiu Sismand, everyone, both fighters and onlookers, hastened over. Wang Zheng and the rest had also finished eating. They had watched the show through their meal with detached interest. "I was about to announce this in the afternoon, but I assume you all already know. The second round of IG qualifications requires a leader, one choice each from Earth, the Moon, and Mars. Achilles, Lie Xin, Taros, Raston, for brawling and failing to stop such childish behavior, are hereby eliminated. But by the rules, at least two nominated leaders must participate in the contest, so..." Qiu Sis words left Achilles and Lie Xin pale. They had thought that Qiu Si would merely scold them and let them off with some token punishment, but toe to this... In the three stages, whoever took down two leaders couldpete for first and directly be a leader. If all three fought to a draw, there could be a tiebreaker. Each step was crucial, and one had already been eliminated. Didnt it essentially mean that Lear was almost confirmed to win?? "Lear, Wang Zheng, step forward!" "Yes, Sir!" Lear was unsurprised, but Wang Zheng had nked out for a moment, although he did not particrly mind. "ording to thest tests results and the desert trek scores, Wang Zheng was determined to be a leader candidate. In the training toe, whoever wins will receive Earths vote. Furthermore, the victor, regardless of whether they eventually be a leader whenpared against the vote from Mars or the Moon, can receive an invitation to enter the Gxy IG as a representative of the Sr System Federation. As this rounds leader, he can choose a person topete with him!" His announcement shook them like a stone that broke the calm surface of the water. Everyone had slogged it out for so long and fought for so long, all for this. Suddenly, it was decided. The Moon crowd was astonished, while the rest was afire with excitement. The important thing was not the eliminations. It was theter half of his statement C that one person could be chosen for promotion. This was the privilege of a leader! My God! Instantly, Wang Zheng became the center of everyones attention. Although Ares College had put up a decent performance, no one actually took them seriously, beside the five famous experts. Of course, this focus shifted quickly to Lear, because Lear had no one beside him! As for thepetition between Lear and Wang Zheng, that was already decided. Whoever followed Lear now might be chosen by him to enter the next round. Suddenly, Lear became the beacon of hope for everyone. Lear needed to do nothing. One single slot was enough to gain him all these peoples favor. Although not everyone who had made it here was suitable to be a leader, everyone had their own strengths that gave them a fighting chance at representing the Sr System with distinction. All they needed was an insightful and knowledgeable leader. Achilles and Lie Xin were both too snobbish. Besides their own clique, everyone else was treated like trash. Achilles and Lie Xin exchanged nces. They both felt resentful but helpless. Milo and Lin Ruofeng both stared at Fatty, who was the very picture of innocence. He was the most spotless among those who had fought, and his mouth was still stuffed with half a piece of bread. There were so many paths to get to his table, but Fatty purposely had to walk past Atos, and to re at him as well. Wasnt this a purposeful aggravation? Achilles and Lie Xin were not stupid. They began to feel as though they had been had. But who was there to me but themselves for theirck of awareness? Lears face was still a mask ofposure. "Wang Zheng, lets work hard together!" "Oh, likewise, likewise." Lear shot a look at Meng Tian, and the corner of his mouth lifted. "In the training toe, both of you have powers of observation and can raise questions to me," Qiu Si said. This was the right of a leader, in order to facilitate their decision-making. In an instant, everybodys gazes were on fire. They had a chance now as well; it was no longer a monopoly between Achilles and Lie Xin. Although no one voiced it, it was not a nice feeling. Watching the Moon and Mars teams form alliances, it seemed as though the rest were mere adornments for them. No one had made it here by merely going through the motions. Qiu Si grinned without realizing it himself. Achilles and Lie Xin had been foolish to bring so many escorts with them. Were they afraid that others would not know they were rich heirs? They had not only revealed their trump card for all to see, but also alienated others. They had not started off on the right foot. The Cronos family was not short on experts, but Lear had only brought a useless fatty with him. This was evidently the difference in how they did things. Martians and those of the Moon would never defeat the Earthlings. As for Wang Zheng... It would not do to directly grant leadership to Lear, so he had picked the best scorer as a gesture to make things look more fair. Achilles and Lie Xin kept theirints to themselves. It would serve no purpose except to further disy their weaknesses for all to see. This round had been lost in too unjust a fashion. Judging by their abilities, under normal circumstances, they could definitely defeat Lear on his home ground. And upon returning to their own home grounds, where the stars would align in their favor, the odds were even better. Therefore, this round on Earth was crucial. They would never have dreamed that Lear would rise thus. They had been robbed of even the chance of a contest. To brawl during special training was indeed below them. Fighting for control over his emotions, Achilles watched Atos. He had expended so much effort to get him back and had specially trained him for an entire summer, all only for him to lose control over his own emotions. A person who was rash and would react easily could never shoulder heavy responsibilities. "All those involved in the brawl, the case has been recorded. You will all receive a 10-point demerit!" Qiu Si announced coldly. But this was now of secondary importance. The highlight was over. As expected, even Qiu Si could not actually directly eliminate the brawlers. Chapter 262: Predators Appetite Chapter 262: Predators Appetite Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lear already had a whole crowd flocking to him. They had suddenly realized how much easier and better Lear was to get along withpared to Achilles, and how could they have not realized this earlier? Wang Zhengs side was also obviously ecstatic. "Wang Zheng, this is a once-in-a-blue-moon chance!" Zhang Shan rubbed his hands with glee. Why pass up on a chance that fell from heaven on a silver tter? "Wang Zheng, we support you. If you can beat Lear, youll be so awesome!" Yuan Ye chimed in. Compared to following Lear, they might as well support Wang Zheng, no matter how miniscule the chances of winning were. This had be a contest between Zeus College and Ares College again. Who was actually the strongest military college? Fattys face was contrite as he walked in front of Lie Xin. "Im sorry, it was my fault." Lie Xin waved it off. "Forget it." But Fatty shook his head. "I cant just let it go like that. Id better leave so that I wont bring you trouble ever again... and anyway, I like to follow the strong." And he left to fawn over Lear. Again. Lie Xin was stunned for a moment, her pleasant expression frozen on her face. Her morale had taken a hit. "It looks like we underestimated Lear. It was a masterful n to send Fatty to knock us down." Achilles smiled as though it was of no concern. "Boss, this sucks..." Achilles waved him to silence. "Dont find excuses. We should have remained cautious in dealing with Earthlings. And besides... he hasnt won yet." Milo and the rest let their gazes fall upon Wang Zheng. "You mean...?" Masasi suddenlyughed. "Weve always viewed Lear with disdain, but perhaps it is Wang Zheng who has truly been shortchanged." One side was cool as a cucumber, the other was celebrating joyously. To Wang Zheng, this would be a breeze. As the space-time project drew to a conclusion, the KING Universal Space Company also entered a period of rapid growth. Once discussions had been finalized, it would enter the phase of practical experimentation. Uponpletion, it would be time for it to enter the production cycle and reap the profits. From Xiao Feistest thesis, there was logical basis for the necessary conditions to begin practical experimentation. It could be said that this task had been a sess! The moment Xiao Feis thesis broke new ground, KING Universal Space Company would enter the limelight of the universe and be reached out to by an endless number of venture capital big fishes. But when the first limited stock was released, everyone would bepelled to rush for it. As a result, thepanies which had originally invested and financed the project C CT Group and Margate Interster Airlines C saw their stocks rapidly rise in value in various interster stock markets. For financial giants that had such huge capital reserves, every percentage point in stock prices meant that billions were being gained or lost. OMG and Little Lucky Star experienced growth as well. Although this was paltry inparison to the two banking giants, it was nevertheless a good thing. The celebration banquet, by popr opinion, would be held on Earth. Eminent politicians and scientists from the Sr System Federation had received invitations. The space tasks move towards the practical research phase spawned many different considerations. Most importantly, where would the factory be located? The Moon, Mars, and Earth all had different inclinations. Riding on the coattails of Yan Xiaosu, An Mei and Du Qingqing were attending the banquet as well. Du Qingqing could not resist a rueful jab. "If I had known, I would have been more shameless and fought you for it." An Mei smiled, secretly d in her heart. "And who was the one whoughed at me at the start?" "Petty..." Yan Xiaosu was also switching personas. In front of important people who appeared frequently on Skylink television, he was no longer a dunderhead, but a prim and proper man. Xiao Fei was the star of the banquet. She was the only one of the task team to attend. The rest would rather prop their feet up in theboratory and y games than be bored out of their skulls at such events. Xiao Fei saw no way out of it. At times, the pursuit of science must give way to reality. If one did not show up towork with these VIPs, there would be no funding and no new doors would open. Ye Bingwen had brought Ye Zisu along for her own sake, to meet all sorts of new people and broaden herwork. OMGs Wind God mechs huge poprity had again enabled the name of OMG to shine brightly through the Milky Way. Furthermore, the sess of the space task had set thepany firmly on track to breaking out of the Milky Way system to new markets. The horizon was unlimited, and it made one feel as though a huge warship was steadily rising towards the skies. "Representative Leslie, Sir, regarding the OMG production base on the Moon, I have been humbly waiting for your reply for a long time. Since I have chanced upon you today, I wonder if you could perhaps shed some light on the matter?" Ye Bingwen brought up the matter lightly. "Still no reply? Ill look into it. Actually, as long as the environmental regtionsply with the Moons legal standards, the rest should be nothing to be worried about. Of course, as per usual, the bases main employees should be chosen from the locals as much as possible..." Leslieughed expansively. Thetest developments in OMG had naturally tipped previously ambiguous decisions into clear approval. "May I announce the arrival of CT Group Vice-Chairman Heaton and Margate Interster Airlines Groups Vice-Chairman Alex." In an instant, a hush fell over the entire banquet. Besides the all-too-familiar Wargod Covenant, the CT Group was also involved in all kinds of businesses and operations. Their financial maneuvers wererge enough to cause an entire countrys economy to fluctuate. In truth, the Ares Alliance was but one operation under thepanys g. It was truly a financial carrier. As for the Margate Interster Airlines Group, it was an interster shipping enterprise that had expanded into a formidable financial giant within the Milky Way system, controlling the economic lifeblood of a few principalities. Any representative that stepped up bearing either financial giantspany g was capable of shaking Earths business circles considerably. To think that the respective groups vice-chairmen would personally make an appearance! The brief silence was immediately followed by a wave of enthusiastic greetings by prospective businessmen who were hoping to establish some form of working rtionship with these two. Above the banquet, Solons expression changed imperceptibly. After being at CT for so long, this was his first time seeing the Groups top elites with his own eyes. Back when Wargod Covenant was still a smallpany, the CT Groups financing was the reason it was where it was today. In truth, without the Groups funds, the Ares Alliance could not possibly have handled the mecha of so many different countries. "Chairman, sir, how do you do? I am the CT Wargod Covenant Sr System Representative, Solon. It is an honor to meet you..." Solon leapt at the first chance to offer his greetings. "How do you do? Please call me Vice-Chair." Heaton was clearly aloof, barely grasping his hand, with a business smile on his face devoid of much warmth. Margate Interster Airlines Groups Alexs smile was equallycking in any real emotion. Surveying the banquet venue from the side, he said, "Heaton, time ticks on. Lets get down to important business." Heaton nodded, and the two headed directly towards Xiao Fei. "Professor Xiao Fei, how do you do? Congrattions onpleting the task thesis development and refinement. Xiao Fei looked at the pair. "Thank you. May I help you?" The initial contract had been handled by these two. Alex smiled emotionlessly. "Lets talk in a quiet ce. Its regarding the issue of future cooperation." The initial n had been a logical three-year period of funding. Who would have thought that within a mere year, the task thesis would make huge leaps of development that outstripped the initial calctions? These two globally dominating groups each held but 19 percent of the stock each andcked a controlling interest. It was clear that a new wave of innovation would shake the entire Milky Way based on the practical usage of this task. These financial giants hungered to participate and control such a task, like a wolf faced with fresh meat. Ye Bingwen and Yan Xiaosu had been called into the meeting room as well. The pressure rose inexorably. "Stakeholders, the task is developing very smoothly. I think it is time to discuss future cooperation." Alex spoke without emotion. Frankly, this investment had been something they had not had high hopes for. When they had initially agreed to finance the venture, it was but a small fish within their wides. In the Sr System, the media was abound with praise for them, but in truth, their analysts had calcted that this thesis would require at least a full decade to move towards practical application. He had secured a position for the group preemptively, but he did not expect such groundbreaking development to ensue within a year. It stirred the hunger in his heart. Why could he not control it all? Venture capitalism was no charity. It was about profit. And it was time to buy the entire task for themselves. Xiao Fei smiled coldly. "Gentlemen, the fundamental condition that we discussed previously was that my research team would hold 51 percent of the stock. This is the bottom line, and anything less than that need not be discussed." "Professor Xiao is very direct. However, have you considered the problem of future funding? The 20 billion federation dors have been dered already, right? My side agreed to fund the research task with up to three years worth of funds. Now that the research task has beenpleted, my side has held up our side of the agreement. It is now time for talk of a new agreement. I am afraid that the esteemed researchers are not qualified to lead the practical experimentation phase of the project. This involves not just physics, but all kinds of finance and technology, aspects which only we can aplish. "You need not concern yourself with those. This task does not need more investment" Xiao Fei said coldly. She had thought they came to bargain in good faith, but his tone had convinced her otherwise. "Naturally, we are concerned. We seek returns on our investments. Future investments will require funds hundreds of timesrger than the research phase. A year of investment could easily reach hundreds of billions. Has Professor Xiao considered this?" Alex said knowingly, seizing the initiative. Xiao Fei paled. Funds were indeed a dangerous pitfall. The research costs were still reasonable, but once they moved into practical experiments, daily expenses would require exorbitant amounts. "We can use future evaluations of the stock to allow the whole Milky Way to invest." Xiao Fei asserted. She was very clear that if she backed down now, she risked losing control forever. Yan Xiaosu and Ye Bingwen were afraid to intervene. They held three percent and eight percent of the stocks, so they had little right to speak up here. Chapter 263: Lure Chapter 263: Lure Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Keke, Professor Xiao Fei, you seem to have forgotten that our agreement is a restricted contract. Without our consent, you cannot enter the market." Alex smirked. Capital maniption was a game of bigger fish eating smaller fish, and these people werepletely unable to hold their own. All who were present finally understood the reason why these two financial groups had so meekly agreed to the stock division. Clearly they had held this up their sleeve from the start. Without a way to enter the market, deliberate pressure and false rumours from the two financial groups could force them intopliance, and OMG and Little Lucky Star would take a hit as well. Most crucially, even if they took no offensive action, cutting the source of funding would be pressure enough. OMG and Little Lucky Stars resources in theing phase would be like spitting into a bonfire. Whereas the two financial groups had time and money to spare. Those whoe have no good intentions. Those who have good intentions will note. Xiao Fei and the rest finally understood the situation that they were in. "Consider our conditions carefully. 50 billion is no paltry sum to you!" Xiao Fei sat quietly for a beat. "The major shareholder is not here. Alone, I cannot speak for us." "Keke, well give you a week." Alex and Heaton were in no rush. The more this dragged out, the more pressure was on the other side. All preparations had been made, and they would soon understand what it meant to encounter walls wherever they went. Such research tasks not only required huge amounts of funding, but needed channels and influence in various aspects. Without the option of entering the open market for funds, this task was a sitting duck. Majority stakeholder? No one could save them now. This was but a small project, with no guarantees of sess. Heaton and Alex were chatting cheerfully with each other. To them, this was a holiday, and they nned to soak in the sights on Earth. Faced with the overbearing Heaton and Alex, Xiao Fei and the rest could only hem and haw while they sought for a solution. Heaton and Alex had already changed roles from guests to hosts andughed carefreely as they sauntered around, while Xiao Fei and the rest could not even muster a smile. This matter was fairly serious. Within the meeting room, Ye Bingwen, Old Yan, and Xiao Fei were in the midst of racking their brains. In the business aspect, Yan and Ye had more ideas. OMG and Little Lucky Star were less concerned. Attracting investors and striking out on their own yielded the same possibilities of huge profits, but at the expense of equally high risk. Developing a product from theory to practical use was difficult, and to achievemercial uptake was particrly difficult. Furthermore, to do so was to insult these two huge financial groups. If they let their stocka go, they could also earn a tidy sum through selling off their shares. Little Lucky Star had no such inclination, but for OMG, such finances would further subsequent research and promotion a long way. Xiao Fei looked towards Ye Bingwen. Old Yan had no clear ideas, and Ye Bingwen was the best hope in therger scheme of things. "Xiao Fei, any thoughts?" Ye Bingwen wanted to know Xiao Feis inclination. "No sale. Absolutely not. Mr. Ye, do we have any other options?" Xiao Fei was firm. It would rankle to have the fruits of their research snatched away. Even worse, once these businessmen had their hands on the technology, military, and not public, usage would be on their agenda. Even if selling brought greater profits, this was not something that Xiao Fei was willing to ept. The purpose of this research was to improve the convenience and safety of interster travel, which was her future research direction. Ye Bingwen nodded. "I understand. Given present circumstances, it seems very difficult, but we must try regardless. We must first stall for time. All they did just now was in part intimidation. If they really wanted to clean us up, they would not have bothered bandying with us. Old Yan here should be experienced in market tips and tricks." "Haha, not so much intimidation, but they sure showed us the carrot and the stick. Ye, please help us think of something. My little brat said to follow Teacher Xiao Feis lead in this." Old Yanughed. He still held his cool in this matter, although the Little Lucky Star of the past could never have dreamed of being in such a titanic struggle. "Alright. Were of the same mind then. Let me try what I can. Were sitting on a mountain of gold, and we dont have to be afraid that there wont be miners." Outside, Yan Xiaosu and Ye Zisu were unburdened by such concerns. Yan Xiaosu was eagerly singing praises of the Wind God, to the point where Ye Zisu became a little embarrassed. "Second Brother, thats too exaggerated. The mech actually still has many shorings. It needs another iteration of refinement. The performance in CT is rtive to mature power. In actual usage, environmental fluctuations and operational wear will definitely lead to instability." Ye Zisu said. "Haha, dont be modest. Ive used it too. Oh, that reminds me, why couldnt I engage the emergency energy shield? It seems like many people have the same problem too," Yan Xiaosu asked curiously. He was a mecha geek as well, and he would definitely support Ye Zisus design wholeheartedly. "That... was not an intentional design." Ye Zisu waved it off irritably with a bitter smile. She had no need to conceal anything from Yan Xiaosu. Yan Xiaosus jaw dropped. Not in the... what sphemy was she trying tomit??? Wang Zheng was indeed about tomit sphemy himself. Lie Xin was in front of him, looking for a private chat. Between the two beauties in this training, Lie Xin and Meng Tian, Lie Xins halo was a little more radiant. Her family was prestigious and she was sexy and outgoing. Inparison, Meng Tian was a little reserved and adopted a chilly manner to everyone. "Wang Zheng, Ive been wanting to talk to you for a long time." Lie Xin sized him up. After being out-maneuvered by Lear, Lie Xins rage had cooled sufficiently. Other people had seen the ws in Lie Xins leadership, but the truth was that they had been deceived by the wretched Fatty. Fatty looked like a wallflower. But if he really was a wallflower, how could someone like Lear keep him by his side? Her over-confidence had caused errors in her judgment. She had dismissed Lear from her concerns and epted Fatty, secretly wanting to show off. This fatty needed to be taught a lesson when the moment presented itself. For now, she needed to turn the tables. She had no idea what Achilles was thinking, but failure was not an option for her. Victory and defeat hinged on the events on Earth. Whoever took the Earth qualification would be unbeatable back on the main stage on Mars. Although she was out of the running for the leader contest, it in no way meant that she could not demonstrate her own leadership skills. "Wang Zheng, you and your friends cant beat Lear. That guy isnt just wily, his ability is on par with Achilles and mine. To beat him, we should team up. You and Zhang Runan join my team, and well all go to An together. This lineup is definitely a force to be reckoned with!" Lie Xin said. She truly did not want to join with Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan, and Meng Tian... was not her cup of tea either. She was truly Meng Aos daughter, with her cold personality and simr ability. As for Zhang Shan... he was trash. His paltry discement ability was of little use. Wang Zheng smiled and shook his head. "Well be fine as we are. If we dont try, who knows how the oue will be?" "Oh, youre pretty confident, huh." Lie Xin said mildly. "Although Ive no idea where you get that confidence from, Ill only ask once. Think carefully on your answer. If you want to go to An, only I can bring you there!" Fundamentally, Lie Xin always held her head high. Even when giving her approval, she expressed it in a way as though it should be an honor that she bestowed. Wang Zhengs smile was still firmly fixed on his face. "If theres a chance for us to battle together, that would indeed be quite an experience." Looking at Wang Zhengs retreating profile, Lie Xin huffed. This fellow was really arrogant. Did he really think he was something after exploiting a slip in the system? He was still far from being able topete with Lear. Pride came before a fall, and then he woulde crawling over to beg her. With her help, Wang Zheng could beat Lear and earn a direct invitation. Of course, the other invitation would be orded to her. This was a mutually beneficial arrangement. What made him think he... Where did that confidencee from!? Lie Xin turned away without a care. To her, a small setback did not affect therger scheme of things. Lear... was an Earthling after all! "Wang Zheng, what did Lie Xin want with you? Does she fancy you or something?" Zhang Shan asked privately during their mealtime. This was indeed a development. "Keke, nothing much, she just wants to use us, is all," Wang Zheng replied between mouthfuls. "Oh? What did you say?" Meng Tian and Zhang Runan looked over as well. Meng Tian was especially concerned. Although she wasnt sworn rivals with Lie Xin, they did not get along too well either. Wang Zheng shrugged irritably. "Ugh, I wasnt born to live the life of a ve. Forget it. That girls airs are too much to deal with." "Oh, I understand now. She only has eyes for this opportunity that we have and is trying to use us. Fat chance! If she joined us, wed only make her do the grunt work." Zhang Shanughed. The marvelous turn of events had caused Zhang Shans aspirations to grow rapidly, like spring bamboo after the rains. This was a God-given opportunity! Lear was not alone either. Besides Luo Fei, Lear had chosen three out of the rest. Edison, Aloman, and Stocker. Edisons forte was electronics and technology C he hacked Skylink firewalls as a hobby. In other aspects, however, he was ordinary. Aloman was a conceited strongman from Titan. Privately, he was confident that he could take down Raston. Stockers Ability X allowed him to breathe underwater, but was also otherwise unremarkable. This caused a few hopefuls to lose heart. Lears selection was indeed niche! Luo Feis actions had been heartless, and they were etched clearly in the minds of the Martians. If it was not for the rules in effect, they would have long beaten him to a pulp. But as it was, he ate and drank unmolested, even having the cheek to call out greetings to Martians. His personality was indeed infuriating. It almost seemed as though his skin was so thick, his cheek could fly a shuttle all by itself. Following Qiu Sis appearance, the afternoon training began. "Youve all been training on Earth for quite some time now. Well be doing something new this afternoon for a change. Itll also be the first task in the leader selection." After Qiu Sis words, many an eye in the audience brightened. After endless torture, finally they would get to test their skills out. Wang Zheng or Lear? Besides them, of course, Achilles and the rest were not invalid either. Although they had no chance at the qualification, they could nheless prove themselves. In the end, IG qualifications were determined by ones abilities. Without top-tier strength, one could not go far; cheap tricks only worked once. Chapter 264: Tempestuous Speed Chapter 264: Tempestuous Speed Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Everybody assembled on the training ground. Qiu Si surveyed the bunch of youngsters in front of him emotionlessly. They had indeed demonstrated their grit in taking grueling training. Their futures were bright and unlimited, but for now his role was to pile on the rigor and subject them to all kinds of mental and physical stress. "You have all developed some familiarity with the mecha. We will now test the fruits of your training. One thousand-meter race, while defending against interference." The terrain in front of them had been constructed full of sand pits. Within the thousand meters, snipers had been positioned on the left and right. They had to break through under the two marksmens interference. In Qiu Sis words, this training was a breeze. In the actual battlefield, no one would tell you that there were two snipers. The two training venues began at the same time C this was also a contest. Whether by design or coincidence, Carl was matched up against Masasi. Under such circumstances, team members were definitely pleasantly surprised and would work harder. This was a test of mecha maneuverability and reaction time. Each sniper would only fire once. A hit meant failure. Masasi and Carl were both skilled. Their Bata Type Vs growled loudly and burst forward in the same beat as the starting gun. The desert training was treacherous with uneven ground. At the same time that one was elerating, one had to be careful of ones footing, all while reserving some spare power. Both mech warriors were advancing at a rapid pace when a gunshot rang out. Both instinctively engaged in evasive maneuvers. However, it was but one gunshot meant for one target. This was also a test of judgment. Whoever had ducked meaninglessly had squandered their opportunity to further the lead. But not many people could judge that urately, and Masasi and Carl both did well, dodging the sniper fire and arriving at their goal. Masasi, 4 minutes 20 seconds. Carl, 4 minutes 35 seconds. Both were equally skilled, but when the sniper had attacked Carl, Masasi had made the correct call not to dodge and had pulled away with the lead. This was a demonstration of judgmental skill! Not luck. If he had made the wrong choice, he would definitely have gotten hit and disqualified. Masasi and Carl had effectively been guinea pigs for the rest. To the students, they were unafraid of face-to-face battles, but to fall to a cold gun was an unsatisfying end. But like it or not, they had to adapt to it. The previous position of the snipers was not relevant. Within the range, they could fire at any time. Everyone went up one after the other. On the whole, the Moonspetitors performed the best, with the Eight Stars timings all slightly above 4 minutes. They boasted consistently higher averages, while other average people clocked in at 5 minutes and above. There were some close moments with the sniper fire, but basically everyone had made it through. No one had received a direct hit, and this was expected. After having been preemptively warned of snipers, to take a hit meant one might as well pack up and head home. Rastons time was average, at 4 minutes and 5 seconds. In light of his previous eligibility as a leader, this time was slightly poorer than expected. Speed contests were not his strong point. However, his performance throughout was stable, and his decision-making had been on-point. Taros flexed his speed abilities and was the first to break the four minute mark, clocking in at a dominating 3 minutes 40 seconds. The Bata Type V mech was like a ghost in the wind under his steering. Even under the sunlight, it moved with a ghastly manner. When dodging the attack, he was sure andposed, clearing it without problems. Like it or not, this was Taros forte. After Taros crossed the finish line, he received quite a few cheers. In the military, ability spoke louder than pretty words. Lear and Wang Zheng had been put to the back. Evidently, the leadership contest was reserved forst. It was Achilles turn. Everyone watched with anticipation. He had led the pack all the while. Although he had to shoulder the responsibility of the brawl, it did not stop him from disying his strength and character. One had to ride it to know if it was a mule or horse after all. They wanted to see what was so special about the Sun God. The contest had started! The Bata Type Vs engine roared. Competing against him was Lin Ruofeng, who clearly felt the pressure. He snuck a nce at Achilles beside him, who stood still as a mountain. On the starting gun, Lin Ruofeng aggressively moved, the Bata leaping forward like the wind. His take-off speed was fast! But in that instant, the Bata mech beside him was already gone with the wind. Achilles had left him in the dust. God! What unbelievable speed! Achilles Bata Type V mech was advancing at a blistering pace when the gunshots rang out together. ... Both gunshots had been aimed at Achilles. This guy was just too dangerous. Under normal circumstances, each person was allocated one shot. If one judged that way, Achilles would be finished. This would rock the boat drastically and cause him to lose face no matter the reason. But the Bata Type V made no move to evade. As if time had frozen, the mech unbelievably put on a burst of speed, leaping forward and evading both shots. It roared forward, the desert terrain not even hindering Achilles movements in the slightest. As though running over t ground, he cleared the course at 2 minutes 59 seconds. Right as he crossed the finish line, Achilles had already taken his hands off the controls, timing it perfectly. Behind him, Lin Ruofeng wasboriously moving forward. His pace had been thrown off horribly by Achilles. Against someone of simr ability, he could pace himself thus, but against Achilles, to attempt to follow his pace only meant trouble. Lin Ruofeng was almost hit by sniper fire as well and finally finished at 4 minutes 50 seconds, clearly below his usual standard. Everyones jaw had dropped. What kind of monster was this??? Would they really have to go up against such a person? The Moon people did not cheer, they had smug smiles on their faces. This was Achilles, the Moon peoples leader. Without such absolute power, how else could one stand as the leader of these choosy Moon people? Achilles time on such a terrain was already heaven-defying. The little adjustment of the snipers had been noted by everyone, but to a pro, an additional shot meant nothing. As Achilles returned to the group, many of them looked upon him with newfound respect. At first, they thought that Achilles was beatable, but now they saw it was but wishful thinking. Lear and Wang Zheng had to demonstrate some skills, or they would risk their leadership being in name only. In IG qualifications, a leader would never resign themselves to fate. One had to possess sufficient power to earn the respect of the members, or else they would run a disparate team with subpar results. Lie Xin was up. Achilles had applied enormous pressure on everybody, but Lie Xin was unconcerned. In terms of individual ability, Achilles was stronger than she was. This had long been established in Academy X. Lie Xin finished at 3 minutes 15 seconds, faster than Taros, and establishing her own ability. Her own advancement speed was just behind Achilles, and she did not mind. The Lie familys most terrifying skills were not on the race track. Because of the fight, the two designated leaders had been punished. However, in this qualification, a simple contest would reveal all. If either Lear or Wang Zheng could not produce results, it would be a joke, and they would not be able to live up to the mantle of leader. It would be a meaningless title. In the end, the military would not let those whocked ability lead a team in IG. That would be tantamount to suicide. "Next round, Zhang Shan, Luo Fei!" Fatty Luo Fei gave a cheeky grin as he climbed into the mech. Everybody hated him. Taunts were tolerated, but to be able to provoke Atos into brooding silence was a whole new level of provocation. Lear merely looked at Luo Fei and nodded. It was time for Luo Fei to demonstrate his true strength. Zhang Shan knew that the contest was about to begin. It was just a fatty. It was time to show this bunch of louts the fruits of his summer holiday training. Both mecha readied themselves. Because many were reeling from Achilles and Lie Xins strong performances, the level of anticipation for these two was not high. Many were already specting about Lears strength and whether Wang Zheng was qualified to pose like he did. A weakling who took up the spot of probationary leader would be grilled on the rack. No one wished for this to happen to themselves. Everyone was observing Wang Zheng as well. On the surface he did seem to y the part and was calm. Once a veteran showed their hand, everyone would immediately recognize their skill. However wretched Fatty was, if he was capable, it was a different matter entirely. Both mecha leapt forward wildly at an astonishing speed. Fatty took the lead in an instant. By their pace, they were both of high caliber. Fatty, especially, controlled his mech with decisive fury and was clearly at ease in anticipation of the snipers fire. Everyone was a little taken aback by their speed. From the first phase scores, these two had poor foundations, but they seemed likepletely different people here. Wang Zheng and Lear were both clear that Ability X users capabilities definitely outstripped normal people. Some people were born to be warriors, just in different fashions. Zhang Shan and Luo Fei were definitely pr opposites. One was brash and extroverted, the other wily and reserved. But in thispetition, both brought their full strength to bear. Neither sniper had fired. This, in fact, gave both racers pressure, as they did not dare to go all out. The onlookers checked the time. Not yet 4 minutes. This speed was bewildering. It was expected for Luo Fei to keep a few tricks up his sleeve, but when did Zhang Shan be so strong as well? They were almost at the finish line when the snipers made their move, the shots cracking out in the air. Luo Fei seemed to be unaffected, keeping his mech at the original pace... The attack had missed! Damn, what kind of lousy shot was this, to miss such a target??? Luo Feis speed had not changed and he had made no movement, which meant it had been the snipers error. But Achilles and the rest had a glint in their eyes. This was the reason why Atos had unknowingly been baited. "This fatty has the ability to stealth," Milo said with interest. For the sniper to target him, the sniper needed to focus all his concentration to lock in on the target. But the target itself was prone to misperception. You thought you had aimed urately, but a slight error for a sniper meant a huge miss. Zhang Shan was not the type to back down either. With a huge bellow, he rushed forward, forcing an increase in pace and dodging the first shot. But the second sniper now fired. For them to be assigned as snipers and miss both shots would be too embarrassing. Chapter 265: Split Second! Chapter 265: Split Second! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Zhang Shans move had pushed himself to the limit. His forced movement had reduced his speed, and although he drew ahead for a moment, Fatty soon overtook him. The hurdle of sniper fire had been crossed, and he needed but to reserve a little energy for contingencies. The sniper took aim at Zhang Shans position. They mustve really been taking the snipers lightly if they thought such a maneuver could avoid the attack. This shot was a sure hit! Besides the sniper, the onlookers had picked up on this as well. Rash action without consideration for the next step was a death sentence. Zhang Shan was about to be the first failure. Lie Xins gaze flicked over to Wang Zheng. This way why she had been adamant about leaving Zhang Shan behind. Conceited and brash and without muchpetence. To die alone was no loss, but in a pinch, such a person could drag the whole team down to their deaths. At this time, a scene unfolded that left everybody stunned. The shot... had missed! Everybody felt like their eyes were deceiving them. They rubbed their eyes. Zhang Shans mech was still flying forward, having overtaken Luo Fei. 3 minutes 51 seconds. Everyones mouths were agape. This was Ares Colleges Mountain Maiden? Damn, everything was rapidly devolving now. "Hey, did my eyes y tricks? It seemed like his mech moved forward in an instant." "You saw it too? Damn, I thought I saw wrongly." "My goodness, for real? Discement?" The others looked towards Achilles and his followers, full of suspicion. Achilles, too, was reeling. To think that such an Ability X user would materialize on Earth. "Interesting. Discement Ability X, and to be able to move the mech as well. Somebody worth reckoning with has appeared on Earth." Achilles calm features were uncharacteristically creased with a bemused smile. Discement??? The entire crowd broke out into discussion. Even Qiu Si immediately took notice. Discement ability was definitely a first-ss Ability X. Due to this ability alone, he could have been assigned special grooming by the military. Zhang Shan rushed past the point with a jaunty wave. Ha! That would show them. This was the true power of Brother Shan. Now no one would dare to call him Mountain Maiden. "That was cool, Mountain Maiden!" Yuan Ye and the rest cheered from afar, gesturing enthusiastically. No wonder Zhang Shan had been so cocky. His ability was so cool! Luo Feis timing of 3 minutes and 54 seconds was also an excellent result, but it could only y second fiddle to Zhang Shans Discement. Regardless, Fatty was still all smiles. "Damn me, this ability is too awesome. The future poster boy of the military!" Fatty said enviously. Zhang Shanughed loudly. "Fatty, you can consider supporting us. Of course, it depends on Wang Zhengs approval." "Looks like Friend Wang Zheng isnt as weak as we thought." Rastonughed. His temperament was simr to Wang Zhengs. Even though they were not in the same camp, he did not wish to be enemies. "A tad unexpected. Discement does expend a lot of energy." "Im starting to regret noting to IG earlier. There are so many interesting people here, although that fatty is the most dangerous snake." Lie Guang gestured. "This is just the beginning. Testing ones basics and battling are totally different. This is looking good too, and it seems like Wang Zheng is hungry for it as well." Lie Xin stared at Wang Zheng. A pretty boy like you taking the lead? Prove yourself first! The second phase was indeed the domain of Ability X users, but Dark Horse Zhang Shan had shocked everyone! Many abilities had their own limitations. For example, Stockers underwater breathing ability was useless in certain environments, but Zhang Shans had a high usability and was cool to boot. Suddenly, many people realized that Ares College was a force to be reckoned with after all. The next race between Meng Tian and Zhang Runan saw an average performance. This type of race was not their forte, and they both clocked in at 4 minutes. Nobody could be good at everything unless you were Achilles or Lie Xin. The highlight was about to start. It was time for Wang Zheng and Lear to race. These two untested leaders now had to prove themselves. Even if they could not beat Achilles timing, they could not be too far off either. As they were climbing into their mecha, Lear suddenly said, "Wang Zheng, actually, Ive treated you as a worthy opponent from the start." Wang Zheng smiled but did not reply. Sometimes actions spoke louder than words. During the first phase, Wang Zheng had not spared much thought regarding the leader positions. He just wanted to go to An and also pit himself against all kinds of strong opponents, although things were not ying out exactly as he envisioned. To them, IG was a battlefield. You either improved or were left behind. Rather than leave ones fate up to others, why not take control of ones own destiny? This leader role... he was interested in it! "Come on, Wang Zheng! Clean im up!" Zhang Shan shouted without care, unheeding of what others thought of him. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan exchanged nces. Nobody actually knew Wang Zhengs true capabilities. Whenever something cropped up, he settled it without too much difficulty. The incident with the quicksand had been the only time he had shown his true strength. To be perfectly honest, the sight had blown them away. But how were his basics? The two Bata Type Vs readied themselves. The starting gun roared! Wang Zheng and Lears Bata Type V mecha burst forth together, bearing down the course like a hurricane. Their speed bewildered the eye. Their unstoppable rush was equal to Achilles speed. It had been a while since they had graduated from Academy X. In these three days, Lear had always been unwilling to sh head on, due to his preference to stay low-profile. As a result, Achilles and Lie Xin had been lulled into a false sense of security. But this was the time to assert his dominance. Perennially keeping his head down was stifling, and that was not Lears intention. What he did not expect was that Wang Zheng would actually keep up with his pace! Both mecha stormed down thene at a frightening pace. Even the snipers were aghast. What manner of monsters were these? But after nking out for a few seconds, they recovered and locked onto their targets, waiting for their chance. Against opponents of this caliber, they had to attack consecutively. Lear knew that Wang Zheng had grit. He had sensed it in him at theworking event. Although it was subdued then, he felt it in full force now. Lears Bata Type V mecha creaked, straining from the torque. The mecha was already rushing forward at full power, but its speed continued to increase... It seemed as though it would approach its speed limit soon. It was about to break Achilles speed record! Suddenly in a sh, Lear glimpsed a shadow dart in front of him. Wang Zheng was actually ahead of him! In this instant, the snipers guns roared out, firing at both of them simultaneously. When ones speed was at a maximum, that was also the time when it was hardest to evade. But the two youths had more in store. As though they were reflections, both made a quick stutter step. With a minimal toll on their speed, they both evaded the sniper fire. At their terrifying speeds, the slightest mistake would have tripped them, a testament to their wless speed control. They were really ying with fire! But both bullets thudded into the sand with a puff of ck smoke, while the two mecha whistled past without heed, as though the shots were not even a concern. Their states of mind were undisturbed and their movements were unaffected. Whoosh! Both mecha arrived at the end point neck and neck in a spray of golden sand. Their forward momentum had been killed at the perfect instant. Such sublime control spoke of motor coordination that left one gasping in amazement! Lear, 2 minutes 56 seconds! He had beaten Achilles! But Lear had a hint of dissatisfaction on his features, because Wang Zheng had beaten him by a sliver. 2 minutes 55.6 seconds. He had beaten Lear by a hair. As the two mecha headed back, the rest looked at them with a glimmer of respect. Clearly, reputation wasnt everything. Zhang Shan was unreservedly jumping up and down and whooping. Damn, who would still dare to look down on Ares College? Perhaps it was different in the past, but a new era had arrived! Qiu Si was stunned. He clearly saw the fierce desire to win in the two. From the start, both had tried to throw off their opponents pacing, repeatedly pushing their Bata Type V to the limit. It may have seemed like a blind pursuit of speed to the casual eye, but in truth, they had shed with a high level of finesse. If it had been any other opponent, they could have lost without even knowing why. This standard was far ahead of the rest. This was power capable of being the militarys trump card. These two were truly experts. Many only saw the results, that the two had beaten Achilles despite not using any Ability X or cheap tricks. But the whole process had gone by so quickly. Even their stutter-step had been done with the highest of efficiency and their movements executed with economy. Were these what they called polished diamonds? Although the rest were oblivious, the race between these two had been even more impressive than Achilles. Achilles was indeed refined. He executed movements with a graceful aura about him, but these two brought deadliness within their solid movements. The winner in this sh was Wang Zheng, something that no one expected. The races continued, but the disparity in times only became clearer. Achilles ego had taken a hit, but his face remained genial. The other Moon members were less calm. "F*ck, if they hadpeted against Achilles, they would have been fodder. Damn, how dare they act cool!" Atos spat bitterly. He was surprisingly vehement. After he wasid low, he had a persistently foul mood. It did not help that he was part of the reason why Achilles had lost his chance at leadership. "Keke, dont be too hung up. Speed is determined by ones opponent. Dont mind the gossip," Taros said scathingly, directing hisments at the others who still oohed and aahed. "Lear has yed this hand in a dirty fashion. Too bad for him, Wang Zheng rocked his boat and seized the opportunity instead." "That guy definitely has a solid foundation. His control was smoother than Lears, which decided his victory. To be honest, the sniper did not cut him any ck. He fired in the instant that he took the lead, which hurt his timing a little, but Lear still could not beat him." Chapter 266: The Next Level Chapter 266: The Next Level Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Im more concerned about how much of his true strength Lear used," Milo said. The Moon crowd was not used to being relegated to onlookers. "I hear Wang Zheng has no Ability X. No matter how wless his basics are, hes still but an excellent grunt soldier C useless. Lear looks indomitable, though." Achilles waved it off. "Forget all that useless chatter. Focus on ourselves. Since Lear has started to get serious, then its about time we do too." No matter how collected Achilles appeared, a trickle of anger simmered within him at the current situation as well. To what extent this rage would manifest remained to be seen. Taros narrowed his eyes. He had yet to meet someone more dangerous than Lear. His thinking was a full leap ahead of the average person,yered withplexities. But human calctions always bowed down before fate. Despite his machinations, he had not foreseen the unknown factor, Wang Zheng. In Lears original calctions, Wang Zheng was a decent opponent to demonstrate his own abilities, and he would make himself look good inparison. Yet now he had been the one to make Wang Zheng look good. This was the first sh of power since the beginning of the second phase. Wang Zhengs uncanny win had left Zhang Shan and the rest overjoyed, as though the leadership had been secured. However, the others soon passed it over in their considerations, and their focus was still on Achilles, Lear, and Lie Xin. "Wang Zheng, that was great! From now on, we also have to work harder and take the win. The first leader from Earth is about to be decided," Zhang Shan dered with confidence. Although his score was not the best, his revealing of Ability X had shaken the field as well and was even more impressive than Wang Zhengs win. "Now I also feel that we have a chance as well!" Yuan Ye could not resist eximing. He had always thought Wang Zhengs chances of victory were zero, but todays performance had opened his eyes. Most importantly, the victorious Wang Zheng was still calm and was not acting any different than usual, as though nothing out of the ordinary had happened. Of course, some might think it was just him acting cool, but who cared? To Wang Zheng, beating just about anybody at a test of basic proficiency was to be expected. If he did not even have the confidence for this, how could he think of going to An? The appearance of Wang Zhengs faction had heightened the atmosphere ofpetition subtly. Qiu Si was not too bothered. The test was simply an evaluation of the results. The training would again begin anew. Mecha Pole- Circling. In the uneven sand stood two huge, wooden pirs. The trainees had to pilot their mecha through the pirs, circling them as fast as possible. However, they could not touch the pirs. The battle-obsessed students felt a little let down. Clearly, this type of training was the most dry and dreary thing to them. However, Wang Zheng was interested. His body, adjusted to the Plum Blossom Pir, could easily execute the circling movement needed, but he still needed to get used to doing it in a mech. This could dramatically increase a mechs operational agility, especially in a pinch. The pilots understanding of a mech was an often understated skill which saved lives in critical moments. A majority of the students were still resentful. More boring training. Wang Zheng was exining the training objectives to his Ares College friends. They brightened up considerably after hearing his words. They key was that the training had to be useful. A guy like Qiu Si only cared about getting it done, but did not bother with exnations. In the military market, OMGs Wind God mech was making astonishing progress, apanied by stories that seemed overblown. The prototype was being subjected to a few military tests, and it performed spectacrly. Things had turned from lukewarm to serious, and the difference was clear. The performance standards were definitely there. OMG had provided a demonstration video which showed the skeletal structure, to exin the mechas capabilities and unique strengths to the military testers. It had tremendous strength and speedy discement, satisfying the needs of battle needs and strategies. In controlled conditions, the military testers unanimously gave its battle capabilities an AA rating. As for the protective shields, the three testers were in agreement. Although the chances of idents were low, they were nevertheless present, and they remained logically necessary. If the mech could be refined to be more armored, the Wind God mecha could be used in a huge variety of situations and strategies. At present, they could already envision more than 10 types... confined environment group battles, dual-mecha operations, specialised missions... When the military testers demanded changes the defence system, Ye Zisu was speechless... Although the mech was her design, the excess shield function waspletely excluded from her n... This was an ingenious advancement. Every mech had energy shields and naturally possessed the equipment to replenish and sustain these shields. However, this resulted in a curious reaction with the maic source, which had not urred to her previously. Yet controlling this was very difficult. It would only absorb the remaining energy from recharging the source, and the heat control had a refractory period. Ye Zisu knew that the military testers only cared about their own pride, but the suggestion was not useful. It was difficult to pull off in experiments, let alone actual battle. As for the situation in CT, they simply saw it as a matter of difficulty. However, if this mech could stabilize its performance, it would be very well received among mecha users. Regardless, even if the excess shields were not stable, in the end, a AA-rank evaluation result sat on Ye Zisus office table. This was the final report written by three different S-rank testers. This was definitely of interest to OMG. Furthermore, it was unclear why the military had assigned three S-rank testers to OMG. It was a form of recognition for OMGs entry into the military market, and the final result had been excellent. The armys order request was also in the process of deliberation. Although the quantity was modest, it was nevertheless a good start. The research team led by Ye Zisu looked at the evaluation report disyed on therge electronic board in theboratory. The room was silent. A few had tears in their eyes. CT had just been a trial run, but the militarys recognition had been a necessary step. In the days when the Wind God had faced suspicions and doubts and the researchers had been on the verge of being disbanded, sentiments had been varied. Some were young, some had more than a decade of work experience, and to take up work in a differentboratory was no big deal. With their professional standards, if they lowered their expectations a little, they would notck work. Their only regret was that the Wind God was indeed something special, and everyone had invested blood and sweat into it... But finally, the moment of recognition had arrived for them... Recalling their prior hardships, there were a few runny noses and constricted throats in the room. "CHEEERS!" After a short emotional moment, it was time for reckless celebration! Documents and papers flew in the air, and they danced as if possessed. Both young researchers and old veterans expressed their joy through wild dance. Ye Zisu smiled tolerantly as she walked out of her office. She waited until the hubbub had died down, then said, "Listen to me, everyone. Its too early to celebrate. Was our goal just to get an AA-rank?" What? AA-rank was not enough? Military certifications were strict. In thest decade, variousrge manufacturers had sent their products for grading. Only 64 models had achieved the A rank. As for the AA rank, only six had made the mark. These were the umted numbers of a decade. Now OMG had joined the AA-rank club. Was she still not satisfied? "Set your sights higher. Whats stopping us from joining the S-rank club? Is my ambition toorge, or your confidence too small?" In theboratory, Ye Zisu seldom made these stirring speeches. Everybody was a professional and would give their utmost in their jobs even without such rhetoric. But now, she needed more from them, for them to push past their limits and give her their very best efforts. More importantly, her mind was filled with that profile that moved like the wind. She had designed the perfect mecha for him. "Leader Ye, tell us what you want. We are yours tomand." An elderly researcher spoke up. His gaze was bright. He lived for this work, and if they could create an S-rank mecha... it would be the crowning moment of his life. The younger researchers eyes were lit up as well. Why not give it a go while they were young and able? Wasnt it a matter of just trying? Ye Zisu smiled gratefully. She waved the pointer in her hand and the projector screen in theb changed. Data on the Wind God mechs usage during the CT period began to show. "This is the weekly data report from when the Wind God was in CT. Win rate... 41 percent. This isnt too exceptional. However, the tinum and diamond yers win rates reached 50.6 percent. This proves that our mech isnt just pilotable by those with skills like Skeleton. Any ordinary person, with enough familiarization, can achieve discement. The rest depends on the ability to seize opportunities and ones grasp of battle strategy. These are the qualities that pilots have to develop, and they do not concern us that much." The room chuckled. Skeleton had be somewhat of a hero to theboratory, although they did note into contact with CT frequently. Ye Zisu continued, "The numbers match up to our predictions. However, the additional excess shields seeded not more than 100 times in total. This is very, very low. Whereas in the military report..." Another chunk of data appeared on the screen. A three-line graph appeared, disying the three S-rank testers usage of the maic power source to power the shields. The average sess rate was 11 percent, and actual battle rates would be even lower. It was virtually useless. "It is exactly because the excess shields were not stable that our Wind God mech was unable to qualify for the S-rank," a young researcher pointed out regretfully. "We control our destinies. We shall not give up here." Ye Zisus eyes were shining. "Therefore, I have decided that the research groups next task is to deal with the problem of the energy shields!" All the researchers were stunned, staring nkly at Ye Zisu. An old and sensible researcher frowned. "Logically, funneling the excess power off maic-type power sources is the unique point, but to trigger the shield requires agile control from the pilot. Someone like Skeleton could do it easily, and it would have an advantage in CT. But for themon person to use it this way... would be impossible, wouldnt it? Moreover, this was an idental discovery and not what we initially nned." Chapter 267: Change of Fate Chapter 267: Change of Fate Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Theory. In the end, it was all theory. Just like batteries, for example. In theory, a battery which required charging once every 10 days would really have to be charged once every three days. The otherboratory members nodded as well. The Wind Gods output levels had reached a sublime bnce, and additionalponents could no longer be attached. In order to facilitate discement, is shields were thin. Unless they wanted to take a leaf out of the Wargod No. 1s book andpletely do away with shields? Ye Zisu smiled encouragingly. "I know this is a huge challenge. But none of us are satisfied and ready to give up. Im thinking that we can add on a few interesting design changes without any additionalponents that might affect the energy setup..." Click. A schema and initial workn draft appeared on the projector screen. Everyone was stunned. Would this work? "Of course, this is still riddled with problems. I dont think the details will end up as I envision, and the arrangement of the mech might undergo an endless number of revisions. This is why I need the help of each and every one of you." Ye Zisu begged in a pleading tone. "This design, its ingenious, maybe- it might just... Even if I have to work through the night tonight, I want toe up with the first experimental module..." "Old Man Chang, tomorrow is your wifes birthday isnt it? You were supposed to be on leave. How about calling it quits for today..." Ye Zisu shook her head with an exasperated smile. "Weve been married so long, theres no way she wont understand. Itll be fine. Ill call her up, shell scold me for a while, and well be fine. Ill just promise to get her a promotional poster autographed by Lin Huiyin as a present." The old researcher had surged up with feverish excitement. It was possible... He still had years in him left. It was possible that, under the leadership of this woman, he would finally achieve the glory of creating a S rank mecha. Without even pausing to celebrate, the entire research cell promptly threw themselves into the research for the Wind God 2.0. Ye Zisu was also immersed in her work. The image of Wang Zheng using the Wind God to fend off 100 enemies was still deeply imprinted in her mind. One day, he would emerge in the arena, and on that day, he would definitely have a mech worthy of being his battlepanion. She would make the Wind God mech... a real god. After a week, the results of OMGs Wind God v2.43 were out after countless minor revisions. It was now in the third iteration of the fourth major revision. It was finally returning positive feedback. The Wind God v2.43s recharge through the maic source emissions was now able to produce a stable excess shield on the mech. The protective shield was no longer an advantage limited to Skeleton, although the strength and duration of the shield would depend on the mech pilots abilities. This was a ssic case of standards speaking for themselves. Mech design was not Ye Zisus vocation, but a hobby from her childhood. Her imagination had been allowed to run unfettered when she was young, and she had learned much from the experienced maintenance master, Luomu. It enabled her to look at the mech from a different angle. Following the experimental models data release, the entire mech production industry was again shaken. In such a short period of time, the Wind God mech had actually made enormous progress. All the time that OMG had kept their heads down andbored was now paying off. But regrettably, there was nothing but silence from the military. The Chronos familys influence had begun to assert itself. It was only a single mech model. The impact on the military seemed to be minimal and thus they sided with the Chronos family. After all, the Chronos family was heavily involved in many facets of the Federation and held huge influence. It was unwise to offend them. Chronos move was despotic, aimed at removing this threat to their most profitable industry. Chronos had been thoroughly cruel with this move. Within OMG, the effect was already being felt, and senior members had begun to hand in their resignations. Ye Bingwen had foreseen this. Entering this industry meant encountering such setbacks. Those that left were not worth keeping around anyway. Besides, the core driver was the research team led by Ye Zisu. As long as this core remained firm, a little pressure in other divisions would mean nothing in the long run. The best defense against pressure was offense. Ye Zisu directly approached Solon with the newest data on theirtest mech. Solon would definitely render full cooperation. Besides Skeleton as a good reason, this mech had the best chance of bing popr in other major regions. CT was definitely better in the entertainment sector. Whether this mech would enjoy popr sess was not guaranteed, but CT was definitely a good ce to set it up for sess. As the Sr System regional president, it would be another feather in his cap. The shield was undoubtedly more stable than before, and it attracted countless pilots. This mech attracted those who wished to never stop and relentlessly plunge on. But in actuality, there was nothing too special about it. The Chronos familys influence was so deep-rooted that market pration had virtually stopped, despite the initial recognition that OMG received. Even the huge conglomerates had been warned off. The mech was clearly promising, but purchase negotiations were lukewarm and nomittal. It was slowly bing one of those critically-acimed products that saw no real world reception. No one would dare to risk offending the Chronos family over one mech. In actuality, this was a double-edged sword to the Chronos family. Their overly hardline approach had strained the rtions in the industry. They had broken the rules of the game, but retaliation needed an opportunity to surface. No one would step up to be the first to challenge the Chronos family. Yet, this deadlock was very quickly broken. An An shuttle arrived on Earth without much ceremony, but the entire Earth was surprised at the people who walked out of it. It was the An militarys FS mecha research evaluators! Only a mech that had perked the interest of the An military could activate such an evaluation team. In other words, they could be interested in buying the mech! When the reporters received the news, they swarmed to the scene. Everyone felt that there might soon be something the prideful Earthlings could indulge in. "Excuse me, are you here on Earth for holiday?" The reporters first question was asked jokingly, but it was indeed the fear of thousands. It would have been embarrassing to realise they had only been imagining things. The evaluation team leader shook their head slightly, with the air of elegance that one expected from those of An. "Were here about OMGs Wind God mech..." WOW! Everyone present exploded in a cheers. Everybody knew of the fabled FS evaluation team because they were the advance foreign mecha purchasers of the An army. Once they were dispatched, it meant the An military would buy. "Is An really interested in a mech that hasnt been fully refined?" Clearly, the reporter had a different opinion. "Well decide how refined it is after the evaluation." The FS team left promptly, leaving a stunned crowd behind... "Quick, send the message out, the Wind God mech is about to go crazy! Im chasing the details now..." Reporters and editors screamed to each other over their Skylinks, chasing the news desperately. "Damn, I just sold OMG stock yesterday..." The reporters that dabbled in stocks were howling in frustration. They had followed the Chronos familys lead, and... well, tears would not help now. The news shook the Sr System military as well. The higher leadership held back to back conferences, and atst, the Federations legitive assembly joined in as well... the Federation assembly leader sternly dressed down a few of the senior leadership who had been sent by the Chronos family. Regardless of the result, the mechs development alone had indicated that it was worth supporting, and now it had blown up into this. No matter how formidable the Chronos family was, their domain did not extend outside. Once OMG broke into the foreign market, the Chronos family would be powerless to stop them. Especially when An was involved, one wrong step could lead to an external dispute. Most crucially, just as the Sr System was scrambling to increase its military reputation, Ans willingness to buy Earths mech was a huge point of pride, and it had political implications. The assemblys point was clear. Full cooperation would be provided from now on to open the doors for OMG. That very night, a few of the OMG applications that had previously been blocked were all awarded permits and approved. Ye Bingwen had even received praise from his shareholders. Once this deal with An wasplete, the Chronos family would be forever powerless to sully the reputation of OMGs Wind God. The next day, the public rtions department of OMG was too busy to go home. All kinds of requests for interviews and statements flooded in one after another. All kinds of project requests that had been ignored for the longest time despite numerous attempts to connect now began knocking on the door looking to work together. Although they were so busy that their dark eye circles grew and their eyes became swollen, the entire PR department was gripped with feverish enthusiasm. Due to the Chronos familys interference, OMGs PR department had entered a slump and hit walls wherever they went. A few enterprising staff members had jumped ship, scorning that only fools and wastrels would remain. Who was stupid now? Who was useless? "The Sr Systems Star newspaper wants to interview the Wind Gods architect? At this time, it might have to wait until next Wednesday. Yes, An Times has made a prior appointment with us, you see... Yes, were fully packed, the earliest would be next Wednesday." What drove the media craziest was the architect of Wind God mecha. OMGs next leader, Ye Zisu, the beauty who was only in her second year at university. In the higher tiers of the mecha design world, where the old and stodgy dominated, she floated in like a fresh breeze, attracting the attention of every media outlet. The Wind Gods prior sess was already earth-shattering. This time it stood out proudly again as apleted product, and everybody was anxiously waiting on the An FS evaluators final decision. Two dayster, the FS team pronounced it Result S-, which ssified it as an S-rank mecha. This news took the Milky Way by storm Everybody knew that the An standards were fairly high. The same S-rank from Earth meant nothing much, but Ans was held as quality throughout the Milky Way. Perhaps only 20-odd mecha had ever received the S-rank rating from An, and the Sr System models had at best achieved A-ranks. Although S- was a lower tier within the S-rank ssification, it brought unspeakable glory as Ye Zisus first mech model. FSs evaluation was: Capabilities, superb. It requires expert control, and training difficulty is considerable. Suitable for specialized warfare. Once this evaluation was announced, it meant that OMGs client base would no longer be confined to Earths boundaries. Ye Zisu was about to shake the universe! Chapter 268: Rushing to the Sky! Chapter 268: Rushing to the Sky! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "I merely came up with the design concept. The bulk of the credit must be attributed to the teams collective expertise..." Ye Zisu adopted a humble attitude during interviews. She had no interest in fame. However, she was clearly on the fast track to fame, given the way things were developing. Especially after an album of her photographs were exposed on the... These had been leaked by Ye Zisus high school junior. They were of Ye Zisu participating in public high school events, as well as her high school graduation photographs. In an instant, she melted the hearts of countless mech fans... Even those not interested in mecha expressed thus: Ye Zisu was cuter than most idols! Most outstanding was Ye Zisus passport photographs; virtually every high school boy was enamored by her innocent beauty. Each vowed to enter Ares College in order to get closer to the goddess of their hearts. Even the elementary school boys were set thus. Target: Dawn Middle School, the path that their goddess once tread. Her team also didnt abuse her humble approach towards the interviews. They frankly revealed that the Wind God 2.4s modr core was the brainchild of Ye Zisu. "Lab Leader Ye is the most gifted mecha architect that Ive ever met. I personally dont think much of those reports of her that are going viral. I hope that more people can have a professional eye, to look past the young beauty and see the talent that lies underneath. Hmm, your article wouldnt be one of those, would it?" The reporterughed it off. "Honestly? Im afraid I cant ..." A university undergraduate, a beauty, and a genius in design who rose to prominence from nowhere. This was sensational news material. Who cared if every other report was gushing about her beauty? Why not take an original approach and present this heartfelt view? Many powerful countries in the Milky Way extended offers and invitations to Ye Zisu. An invited her to attendworking events, while others took a more direct approach, dangling titles like "National Schr" in hopes of tempting her to migrate. Many colleges simrly sent her offers of matriction. In their view, Ares College was a second-rate institution, and a military school to boot. Surely a talent like herself would be looking to move, right? Ye Zisu was also not military personnel, and Ares College had no business hogging such talent to themselves. Xiao Fei... was the exception. Although Ye Zisu was only a second year, and a little too young, the policymakers were clear. This was a mech that enabled anybody to execute continuous discement. Once its battle capabilities had been affirmed, the main designer would deserve every bit of recognition and then some. Besides, it was also a political move. Doors opened everywhere for OMG, especially for Ye Zisu. If it was not for her adamant refusals on several asions, the rank of Sr System Federation Schr would have long been been announced for her. "Zisu, its the Federation Schrs... There are less than a thousand of them in the entire Sr System..." Ye Bingwen felt a pang of regret. Many scientists held the title of Federation Schr as their dearest ambition, working their whole lives to attain the proof and recognition the title entailed. Ye Zisu had tly turned it down. In truth, second chances at such opportunities would note. Ye Zisu demurred. "Dad, my ability is stillcking. Sess this time around was in part due to luck." Ye Bingwen smiled knowingly. He felt proud as a father, to have raised a daughter that could keep her cool when faced with the temptation of unspeakable glory. Far away in the An empire. Ye Zisus name had also made an appearance in the pces intelligence department. "Your Highness, this is thetest watchlist. Lockes Xia Liyun and Earths Ye Zisu are the most noteworthy," the Imperial Chief of Intelligence reported to Aina. Although she did not have the authority to decide the list, she had been granted ess to the list. "Ye Zisu? borate." Aina was a little surprised. It was a familiar name. Could it really be? "As you wish. Since Your Highness also studied at Earths Ares College in the past, you might have met before..." On the slide, Ye Zisus information streamed through the disy. Age, background, academic portfolio, achievements, andments by the Intelligence Department itself. "In summary, her work in mech design speaks of a rare talent, especially hertest Wind God mech. While it shares many simr characteristics to the Super X mech that the Intelligences Mech Development Department is currently researching, it is a cut above in the finer details." The Intelligence Chiefs voice was measured and clinical. Ans strengthy not in pride, but in a clear understanding of its weaknesses, an appreciation of the strengths of others, and a willingness to learn. The corner of Ainas mouth quirked. It really was her. "borate on this Wind God mech." "As youmand." Seeing that the princess interest was peaked, the Intelligence Chief retrieved the data from his Skylink. "The Wind God mech is OMGs attempt to enter the military mech market... It possesses the capabilities to execute consecutive discement. At its limit, it can surpass Antis Shadow Stream mech. Of course, it has its ws, which are considerable... In summary, as the first iteration of a mech, it is excellent, and it has much potential for improvement. This is the Wind God 2.4s modr experiment. Using the maic power source, it generates an emergency energy shield..." It was apparent that the Intelligence Chief was singing the praises of this mech. Furthermore, it was not his personal opinion, but an objective reportrgely synthesized from the pces best mech researchers. "This is a clip of battle footage from CT, which is pertinent for reference." Lastly, the Intelligence Chief yed a clip of Skeletons 1 versus 100 battle. Aina nced at Skeletons ID, and her mouth twitched with a hint of infatuation. Longing welled up in her heart. Another week of training continued. Fights, contests, collision courses... each was a test so basic that it left them wanting. The Moon side held their tongues. This was one confusing matter after another. They were the aces, not trash, but they had no choice. This was Earth, and military disciplinepelled them. And then there had been the matter of Lie Xin and Achilles chastisement. Everyone held their anger simmering in their bellies. Inparison, Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan had even attitudes. Zhang Shan was always up for anything and went through the training with hoots and yells of enthusiasm. He had now opened uppletely, and he was extroverted to boot. The more people there were, the freer he felt. He loved this feeling and atmosphere. Wang Zheng was the very picture of pose. He had decided to contest in all seriousness and ced first by afortable margin in each task. Achilles and Lie Xin had been cowed. Even Lear was bothered. Wang Zheng dominated in every basic task they were set, whether it was trekking, maneuvers, or shooting. To sum him up, the ssic model test scorer. Earths training had long been criticized for its love of meaningless data. It was as though they thought impressive numbers could trante into actual skill, although their results on the battlefield were nothing special. Normally, even military discipline gave room for the development of individual specialties, but Earths training excelled in killing any such individuality. It was frustrating, but it could not be helped. It was not that they could not beat Wang Zheng, but within the task constraints, their real abilities were suppressed. Inparison, Wang Zhengs basics were mind-numbingly strong, and this saw him to first ce in each and every task. "Pah, Earthlings." Many were privately unhappy that the Earthlings outdated methods were not helping. Thepetition, apparently fierce, nevertheless proceeded under heavy regtion, and they were unable to really go at it. While the Earthlings were used to such an environment, the others, especially the Martians and those from Space City, were being exposed to apletely different style of training and felt cooped up. The days training had ended, and the mood in the canteen was heavy. First ce in every task had again been dominated by Wang Zheng, and everyone was more or less resigned to the fact. Yuan Ye walked over to Zhang Shan, massaging his shoulder. "Damn, you were wild today. What got into you?" Zhang Shans training that day had been excellent as usual, and his improvement was steady. Most of all, his enjoyment was a sharp contrast form the general resentment. Together with his results, they invited jealousy and hate. "Tch. Its only natural for someone with such excellent capabilities like myself to be something special." Zhang Shan was one of those who could never resist bragging. "Will you drop dead if you dont boast?" "Boasting is healthy." In the military, men had to be strong, and Zhang Shan had long thrown humility away for good. A distance away, Atos had a wild look in his eyes. His scores for the day had slipped. This had nothing to do with his abilities, but rather the stifling atmosphere. His heart chafed rebelliously. Furthermore, his temper had caused Achilles to lose status. Although Achilles never mentioned it, his looks and tone always seemed to hint at the responsibility. This had soured Atos mood further. Their regal smiles faded from the features of the Eight Stars. Everyones performance had been unremarkable, free of errors but equally free of excellence. Conversely, this left them angry. Achilles was still tranquil. In the recent training, he had acquitted himself with distinction, although it still fell short of Wang Zhengs performance. His own foundations were already reaching their peak, but if he used Ability X, it would seem like an unfair advantage, in bad taste. Lears performance was simrly stable. It was generally excellent. It seemed that he was of the same mind as Achilles regarding their Ability X. But, unlike Achilles, Lear was truly on track. Therger scheme of things were moving as he desired. The Martians were holding it together. The close watch by those of the Moon reduced them to spectators of the boisterous scene. The more Atos watched Zhang Shan, the more irritated he got. And then there was Lear and that fatty, Luo Fei... As for Wang Zheng, he had no basis putting on airs. He could only show off his basics and had no Ability X. Only in Earths training regime could someone like Wang Zheng shine. At this moment, he overheard Zhang Shan bragging to Yuan Ye about "skills". He surged to his feet uncontrobly. "Zhang Shan, shut up, will you?! How dare a thing like you have the cheek to brag so much? Let me tell you, I could destroy you with one hand. A rotten ce like Earth only breeds more trash. It lowers our standards!" Chapter 269: Action! Chapter 269: Action! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Instantly, the whole canteen fell silent. Some people had started to pre-emptively move the benches away. It seemed as though the situation was escting into a fight. At this moment, Zhang Shan stood out with a crash. "Hey, you sure have a big mouth. Howe your results are so poor, huh? All talk, no action." The moment his words rang out, Atos flew out of his seat with a tter. He had been waiting for Zhang Shan to rise up and had been holding in his strength. He immediately used his Ability X and, in the blink of an eye, appeared before Zhang Shan. In that instant, Zhang Shan felt a sharp, oppressive force rush towards him. Atos was not one who could take insults. He understood how it was going to y out. Did Qiu Si think he could hold him in line with his heavy-handed cancelling of Lie Xin and Achilles leadership status? Really? Were the Mars and Moon factions going to continue to take this lying down? Besides, he hated the mundane training. They could go on without him. He might as well go out with a bang and give Zhang Shan a good beating. He wanted to see if they would really disqualify the whole lot of them. If the Sr System wanted to make a name for itself in IG, they needed Achilles and the Eight Stars. No one else could do it. BANG... Zhang Shan did not see iting clearly, but he felt a fiery, stinging pain. Atos ability, superspeed! This was why he was part of the team C it was an important ability. In that instant, he pped Zhang Shan in the face and followed it with a kick that sent Zhang Shan flying back. BANG! In an instant, Zhang Shans fire had been lit. Military rules and discipline had vanished. There was only one thought in his mind: f*ck him! BANG. Zhang Shan pounced forward, a hand outstretched towards Atos. Atos looked at him with contempt. That kind of speed? Even a tortoise crawled faster. Yet at this time, Zhang Shans body distorted violently and he disappeared. Discement, but what would be the most advantageous location he would appear at? He activated his superspeed once again. In the same instant, Zhang Shan leaped down from mid-air, towards what would have been Atos back. Yet in that moment, Atos had already circled behind Zhang Shan again. In a straight fight, Atos ability trumped Zhang Shans. Furthermore, Zhang Shans ability use was still not fully mature, and he immediately suffered a couple of kicks. Atos was purposely humiliating Zhang Shan, and he sent another p whistling towards his face. In that instant, a figure exploded over like a hurricane, sweeping Atos away. Zhang Runan! "Ill even fight you with one hand, you flea," Zhang Runan stated coldly. There was no movement from the Moon faction, and Taros stood up. "Unfair numbers? You gotta run that past me first." As he spoke, Taros made his move with no intention of hearing anybody out. BANG. Someone at Taros level could stand against Zhang Runan even without Ability X. At this moment, his eyes shed, clearly using his Ability X. He appeared in front of Zhang Runan, mping down on her shoulder, but a huge wave of force roiled up at him. BANG... Zhang Runan hadshed out with a foot and Taros had fallen. He had not anticipated that. Her ability was not rigid but fairly adaptable and flexible. Atos had already leaped for the unprotected back of Zhang Runans head when a huge force came his way. BANG... Atos was kicked away, flying over 10 meters and mming into the wall. Wang Zheng had intervened. "Atos, you backstabber. If you want to die, just say the word." Fighting was no big deal, especially in military school. Unhappiness was settled with a quick scuffle, but Atos had no boundaries. Achilles blocked his way with a cold smile. "Wang Zheng, you talk too much." As he spoke, an enormous wave of energy shrouded the entire ce. Achilles had made his move. Atos crawled up from the ground, wiping blood from his mouth. "Boss, if you want to be the gentleman, you gotta choose carefully as well. This bunch of trash are only fit to be ves. Benevolent leadership be damned, the victor is the king. Whoever is strongest should be the leader. These Earthlings only know how to y dirty, but they are weak!" "Atos, you can eat rubbish, but dont talk rubbish. If youre not convinced, Ill beat you with both hands tied behind my back," Lear said. "Boss, you need not concern yourself with trash like this. Ill clean it up with a few moves." Luo Fei loved hitting someone when they were already down. As they spoke, Atos eyes gleamed again. His Ability X reached a peak, and he rushed towards Wang Zheng, stabbing towards his eyes. Ching... His profile was frozen. Atos fingers had been pincered by Wang Zheng. The speed of the attack confounded the eye, and the onlookers could not clearly catch what was going on, yet Wang Zheng had urately blocked it. Crack. With an anguished scream, Atos two fingers had been snapped. Wang Zheng patted Atos on the cheek lightly. "Boy, its dangerous to y with fingers." He then threw Atos away,pletely ignoring the Moon crowd. No one expected such ruthlessness from Wang Zheng. Although Atos yed rough, in consideration of Achilles, nobody dared to go too overboard. "Impressive. Youve been holding back on us. Looks like I really have to experience it for myself," Achilles said coolly. Clearly the Sun God was starting to get angry. Achilles was more serious than they had ever seen him before. He took a deep breath. Taros was right. These were not Moon people, and he had clearly been using the wrong approach. In that case, it was time to show them the stick instead of the carrot. Masasi shook his head. He had wanted to intervene before, but things had nowe to a stage out of his control. Wang Zheng smiled. "The esteemed name of the Sun God. But the name isnt too good. The sun means ri... are you telling others that youre qian ri?" [T/N ri literally mean day, but also a ng for f*cking, and qian ri is an insult, asking to be f*cked] Zhang Shans eyes gleamed. He clenched his fists and moved up wordlessly to back Wang Zheng up. Meng Tian also moved up quietly. The temperature of the ce was rapidly dropping. Lie Xin pped her hands. "Achilles, your guy was too dirty. He holds nothing back in his insults and doesnt fight head on. Besides, a couple of blows would be harmless enough, but to gouge at the eyes is really too much, isnt it?" Rastonzily shrugged his shoulders. "Looks like there arent too many gentlemen on the Moon these days." In a short while, Lie Xin had made up her mind. This was no time to sit back and hope they would destroy each other. If she finished Achilles now, she would be number one. Achilles stared at Lie Xin with a cruel smile. "I, and only I, can lead the Sr System Federation to break out of the cycle. It seems like Ive mollycoddled you all for too long." "On Mars, those that brag so much normally see their teeth punched out." Lie Xin stood up with an evil grin. Achilles eyes suddenly exploded with silver moonlight. What a fearsome spirit! His unfathomable strength became a revolution of energy that permeated the entire space. Pressure like a huge mountain bore down on everybodys bodies, and they could not move! Chapter 270: A Chair Flies Chapter 270: A Chair Flies Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Enough was enough! He had already expended enough in terms of effort, ability, and manner. It seemed like his envisioned dream was not about to be a reality. In that case, he had to use raw strength to beat them into submission. Just as Atos had said, these people were too overconfident in their strength. Thump, thump, thump... Some fell directly to the floor. Some were barely standing but unable to move even an inch. Achilles alone took them all on. The Eight Stars of the Moon needed but to stand behind the Sun God. Taros was especially surprised. He knew that Achilles was strong, but he did not expect him to have grown so fast in the few years apart. To crush people with pure energy was something that only C-rank and above abilities could aplish. Meng Tians face was white as a sheet. This heavy pressure emitting from Achilles eyes could only be withstood by Ability X users, and then only for a short while. She would soon sumb as well. Her body shook as she felt the strength ebb from her body. Zhang Runan held on a little longer than Meng Tian, but it took all she had to simply protect herself. The only ones who remained calm were Lear, Lie Xin, Raston, and a few others. However, they too were temporarily stumped as to how to proceed. They were clear as to what Achilles move meant. Regardless of their rank or Ability X, all were helpless before Achilles power! Achilles twitched a finger. BANG! The fearsome energy changed its current. An invisible strength crushed them with the power of a tsunami. Raston and Lie Xins gazes wavered. Even defending against it took a lot of energy. Achilles was hailed as the Sun God precisely because he had this profound ability to back the name. People were beginning to see Achilles differently. In the military, the strongest were deserving of respect, and they were no exception. This, this was the real Achilles. The previous training, as the Moon people said, was truly paltry and meaningless. This was an insurmountable difference. Lears expression changed. If things continued as they were, then Achilles would really draw the popr sentiment. His fist moved slightly, ready to act. Suddenly,ughter broke in the air. It was Wang Zheng. He had overestimated Achilles temperament. Flexing his strength seemed like a cool move, but few here would be moved. Childish. One, two, three steps, Wang Zheng advanced towards Achilles. The chair legs dragged on the floor with a hiss of friction. BOOM. The silver light from Achilles eyes became even more intense. The energy volume zed forth, stronger than before. Everyone suddenly realized that their bodies were free. Achilles was concentrating all his power directly on Wang Zheng! At this moment, there was an intangible energy between Achilles and Wang Zheng. It formed into silver spots in which the energy levels had condensed. Achilles really wanted Wang Zheng to be crushed before him. BOOM. The entire energy vortex was rushing towards Wang Zheng. In this instant, Lie Xin, Lie Guang, Raston, Lear, Taros, and even Achilles himself flinched. If they had been in Wang Zhengs predicament, they too would have copsed to the energy vortex. But Wang Zheng just stood there smiling. BANG! He actually threw the chair! Under the pressure of an ability user, standing alone required enormous energy, let alone throwing a chair. With this move, Wang Zheng had finally made an impression on them. To actually be able to attack as he wished under Achilles immense energy pressure. BOOM... The chair exploded a meter away from Achilles, but the condensed aura dissipated with a burst as well. Everyone heaved a collective sigh of relief and breathed again. Achilles was frowning. "Youre an ability user?!" Everyone had always thought that Wang Zheng had not awakened and simply had strong foundations. This was also a psychological advantage that they had always held over him. Yet with this move, they felt apprehension grip them anew. His expression had frozen. He hadnt acknowledged Wang Zheng as a rival and had treated his better scores lightly because Wang Zheng was not an Ability X user. A non-Ability X fighter, regardless of performance, could only be a member but never a leader. With this forgiving attitude, he had hoped to win some hearts. After all, Ares College had a few who showed promise. If he could use them, they would be a big help, at least in stabilizing his hold on Earth. But things had changed. He had not batted an eyelid in the face of Achilles energy suppression and had dissipated it with ease. Could he be an Ability X user of equal rank? That was impossible! Achilles eyes were bright. Their gazes met, and Achilles realized that his energy ability was useless against his opponent. His energy ability was substantial and powerful. He had to be an Ability X user, or else he could not have withstood it. This Wang Zheng was really someone who was more than meets the eye. Things had really taken a new turn. "Whoever wants to be a leader has to have the ability of a leader. No one who made it here is weak. Everybodys eyes are bright. Just because you think you can be leader doesnt guarantee you that. C rank Ability X users are not invincible." Wang Zheng stated mildly. In truth, Wang Zheng was faking it a little here, but it would not hurt to put a scare in them. He was guessing that Achilles ability C-rank, and although his energy suppression was merely a disy of his energy powers and not his Ability X, Wang Zheng had guessed right. Given Achilles personality, he would not show his true strength here... If he gave ground here, it would be enough to start an open war. It was not much. Although he had been exposed, Achilles retracted his energy. "Very well, that should be how things are as well. But Earth has been unfair. This regtion is unreasonable. As a military student and a participant in IG qualifications, to disqualify mine and Lie Xins contestant statuses over a small fight was too heavy-handed." Wang Zheng shrugged. "I agree. But Im not the instructor." Achilles had not expected Wang Zheng to concur. He had thought he would find some other rebuttal. Seeing Achilles astonishment, Wang Zheng smiled. "I wish that those around me be as strong as they can. Only then can the Sr System Federation break through. Whatever moves we have should be saved for use against An. To use it against our own is no talent at all." "Well said!" Achilles extended a thumbs up to Wang Zheng while facing Lear. To y such tricks during IG training was too petty and a waste of time and energy. Lears face was unchanging. Lie Xin was moved as well and stepped forward. "This is why the Sr System has been faring poorly all these years. Were too busy fighting amongst ourselves. If Qiu Si was here, he would disqualify us all for what just happened." Lie Xin spoke resolutely. Things had gotten out of hand previously, but she had to hand it to this pretty boy Wang Zheng. He was not what she expected. "We can collectively bring this matter up to the instructors. Truth be told, regardless of whoever leads and bes official members in the end, we all hope for the strongest leader to take charge," Wang Zheng said. "Hey, hey, Wang Zheng. Why does it seem like youre singing your own praise? You as a leader? I refuse to acknowledge you," Taros spat maliciously. He could not stand the likes of Wang Zheng, who was assuming authority. Wang Zheng looked at Taros without changing his expression. "As I said, whoever has the ability should be leader. Whether you like the person, or will acknowledge the person, is irrelevant." He then looked at Atos. "This is but a small chastisement. Fights between men with a quarrel aremon, but boundaries should be respected. If that happens again, not even God can save you." Wang Zhengs words were filled with casual arrogance. He did not even acknowledge Atos. Meng Ao was watching quietly from the side. He was aware of Qiu Sis little games. The Cronos familys arm was long. He had not intervened, as he was curious to how these youths would solve the problem. There were indeed a few calm ones among them, but the one that surprised him the most was Wang Zheng. That guy was actually an Ability X user. He had fooled them for a long while. He must have awakenedte. And that Zhang Shan as well. It was a series of unexpected good fortune. While watching the scene in front of him, Meng Ao gestured. A young major saluted crisply and went over. This iteration of IG seemed like a small matter, but in actuality, it also symbolized a revolutionary turn for the Sr System military. They had to reinvent themselves, or else they would be stuck forever. It was difficult for the older generation to change now, but the newer generation was highly flexible. Wang Zhengs suggestion was met with general approval. They were still divided into their three factions, and although Mars and Moon had been eliminated, Earth alone held no persuasive power. At this moment, an unknown young officer approached. "Assemble." "My name is Zhang Jingqi. Instructor Qiu Si had to leave to attend to matters. From now on, I will be in charge of your training." "Sir!" Milo raised her hand. It was easier for girls to be heard. "Speak," Zhang Jingqi said. "Although we made some errors previously, we do not feel that this should disqualify Achilles and Lie Xin from the leadership contest. We are willing to ept punishment, but not to be excepted from the responsibility and contest." Milo had spoken well. Zhang Jingqi smiled. Atos still glowered as the medical attendants took him away. Wang Zheng was unconcerned. Some people were just like dogs; they had to be beaten to learn. "Everybodys training results are recorded. Earth is a simple ce. Whoever scores the best receives the nomination. At present, Wang Zheng ranks first, Lear second, Achilles third, and Lie Xin fourth. The rest are rather significantly far behind, but you four have a chance. In the training toe, whoever can pull ahead will be Earths chosen leader candidate." Both the Moon and Mars factions were a little surprised. Nobody had expected such a reasonable change in tone. This was inconceivable. Earth had always been rigid, especially in the key matters, but they actually... "For real?" Milo asked doubtfully. He was possibly tickled by Milos cute expression. "Of course. But the training to follow will only be tougher. This time around, the IG leader will be the best. No other factor will be allowed to affect this. "Yes, Sir!" Everyone cheered, their fighting spirit galvanized. In truth, the time they had spent under Qiu Si had been meaningless. They were unafraid of hard times C after all, they had all emerged out of the first phase C but mental torture was unwanted. Chapter 271: Leader Chapter 271: Leader Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "You must learn to deal with stress, not just physical, but also mental. In the battles toe, fairness will not exist. Most times, you will find yourselves battling against the odds. I hope that in these tough times, you will remember your goals and principles," Zhang Jingqi said. Although he did not explicitly say so, they saw what he was hinting at. Ones attitude must be good. Zhang Jingqi nced at Wang Zheng. "Wang Zheng, your performance was the best. Come with me." Wang Zheng left with Zhang Jingqi, a little surprised. The rest looked at each other. Achilles, who had been in a direct confrontation with Wang Zheng, was smiling a little bitterly. Lie Xins smile was yful, while Lear could not muster one. They had expended all their energy and ideas, yet they ended up making Wang Zheng look good. To Achilles and Lie Xin, they would rather have Wang Zheng, rather than Lear, take the leadership. The Ares College students were overjoyed. At the start, they felt unsure of themselves, but now it seemed like there might be hope. Strength was confidence. Wang Zheng had awakened. Regardless of what issues it had, he at least could hold his ground. And as for battle foundations, he was unbeatable there. Zhang Jingqi was also surprised at the coolness of the youth beside him. Before IG started, who would have thought that this youth woulde out of nowhere? It had been Achilles yground until this dark horse appeared. One must also move in ordance to the way events yed out. Before the power bnce had been upset, they would not give him this chance. "General, hes here," Zhang Jingqi reported respectfully. Meng Ao nodded. "Come in." Wang Zheng did not know what Meng Ao was ying at, pulling him out even before the training had concluded, and in front of all the students. Meng Ao sized Wang Zheng wordlessly, secretly admiring. He purposely remained silent, testing his response. Calm, and then more calm. His gaze did not waver, but neither was he one to jump to orders blindly. It must be confidence. At that age, such confidence was rare. Besides ack of reputation and background, this kid was a good sprout. "Wang Zheng, are you interested in being the leader?" Meng Ao asked with a smile. Wang Zheng thought he was going to be questioned about the fight or his Ability X. This was unprecedented. "What, no confidence?" Meng Ao pressed. "Sir! I am confident. I will continue to work hard. I wish to go to An and bring glory to Earth!" Wang Zheng said. Wang Zheng was notcking in confidence. He simply realized that empty words were useless, and his actions had to prove his wishes. "Very good. Then now I formally announce that you are one of the potential leaders. One amongst you, Lear, Achilles, and Lie Xin will eventually be the leader." Meng Ao said. He needed to reward this boy and at the same time add to his burden in order to have him taste responsibility. This kid had yet to finish maturing. His power was strong and his leadership skills equally good, but he had not yet experienced the responsibility that leadership entailed. A leader needed not only to be strong, but also to be aware. On the way back, Wang Zheng was a little bubbly. Although Boneheads training preached coolness under all circumstances, he was human as well, not a robot. He had taken another huge leap towards An. However, Wang Zheng did not feel as though he had already won. Lear liked to y his cards close to his chest and would not act until the crucial moment. Lie Xin seemed mboyant, but she had the advantage that only girls had. Her personal charm was also considerable, and she simply hid her feminine wiles most of the time. As for Achilles, he was indeed admirable. Strength determined confidence, and he was a worthy opponent. In the training toe, Achilles, Lear, Lie Xin, and the rest would start to get serious as well. The recement of Qiu Si and the appearance of Zhang Jingqi marked the beginning of a new phase. If they did not bring their abilities to bear now, then there would be no other chances. The Earth sectors tests were divided into two major categories, mech control and shooting. It waspletely attuned to testing the students ability to resist interference and their fine motor controls. Although Achilles and the rest had started to give it their all, Wang Zheng continued to clinch first ce in the subsequent tests in stable fashion. Although the gap was not huge, he was consistently ahead. Achilles and the rest did not use their Ability X again. Ability X, to a mech fighter, was an emergency measure used to save lives. It was definitely not something one used regrly. Furthermore, knowing that Wang Zheng had Ability X as well meant that this would no longer be an advantage. "How good are Zhang Shan and Wang Zheng? It feels frightening that they canpete against Achilles for leadership." To Yuan Ye, who had no Ability X, he was both filled with admiration and wistful longing. The four Ares College students all had abilities, but only he was unable to awaken. "Im not too sure myself, but its awesome for sure. We have to support Wang Zheng for leader, this nomination is his for sure!" Zhang Shan said. Inparison to Achilles aloofness, Lears pretentiousness, and Lie Xins arrogance, everyone generally preferred Wang Zheng. But the number of people remaining was not high, and everyone already had their affiliations. To change now was nearly impossible. Wang Zhengs scores were slightly ahead, but the advantage was not huge. Could this slight edge be enough to ovee the reputation of the other three? It remained a huge problem. Atos only returned after two days, and he had fallen behind considerably. His fingers had made a full recovery and his hatred for Wang Zheng had not diminished. To be urate, he disdained everything about Earth. To have lost face in front of so many had made Atos even more sullen. Even his friends were disapproving of his rage. Only Taros treated him well, and in that period, Taros became his confidante. In the end, all training was for the sake of battle. Atos kept harping on this point, having no intention of changing. He felt that this was a lost cause and that Earths sh*tty training was meaningless. His results continued in the downward spiral. Finally, the training reached its conclusion. Everybody was gathered together. Till the end, they had not had the chance to actually fight with mecha. Zhang Jingqi surveyed the bunch of youths in front of him. In this period of training, their basics had been polished to excellence. Of course, he was aware that these youths thirsted for battle and to train with blood and fire. But this thinking was na?ve. As a soldier, such opportunities woulde by more often than one wished. In fact, it was at these times that one would look back longingly on the luxury of training. "ording to the training results, Wang Zheng, with a high score of 92 points, receives Earths vote. Therefore, in the fight for leadership, Wang Zheng need only receive one more vote to be the official leader!" As Zhang Jingqi spoke, the Ares College students burst into cheering. They had been waiting for this moment. Wang Zhengs performance was the inhibitive type. It was as though he had been born for the training. Behind his back, he had be the instructors pet. Whatever the instructor said, he followed to the letter. They had never seen someone so serious about it. Although everyone was serious during training, no one threw their heart and soul into every moment. They could not bring themselves to do it either, without the thrill ofpetition that is. But Wang Zheng hadpleted everyst detail. As long as the instructor set the task, he would finish it perfectly. On this point, he had been recognized by Zhang Jingqi. As a soldier, the most important thing was to carry out ones orders perfectly. Although the saying went that those who only followed orders blindly were weak, Wang Zheng was not one of those. What was curious was that Zhang Jingqi had a nagging feeling that Wang Zheng did not seem like a new soldier. His execution of orders was fairly wless, as though it was like clockwork. Besides a louder-than-average Zhang Shan, there wasckluster response from the rest. They did not know how to voice their dissatisfaction. They did not wholeheartedly agree with the vote. In the end, it came down to the fact that Wang Zhengs solid foundations were not indicative of his true ability. All it meant was that he was good at training. But this was Earth, and Earthlings decisions held water. Everybody knew that protests were futile and could only swallow the fact that their training skills were not the best. A silent majority did not meanplete silence. Atos could not hold himself back. He was clearly beyond caring. "Sir!" Atos raised his hand. "Speak." "May I say my piece?" Atos said. "Permission granted. Speak." "Although foundation training is important, if you consider the Sr System, no, the Milky Way, such one-dimensional training only produces grunts, not leaders, let alone generals who can change the world. If our Sr System Federation is to break through, we need strong people with leadership, and not obedient babies. Excelling at training is useless. As you Earthlings say, only a race will tell if its a stallion or a donkey!" Atos said,pletely ignoring the heated looks from Zhang Shan and the rest. "For example, although Zhang Shans results are significantly better than mine, if we switch to mecha, I can thrash him with ease!" Atos had started to taunt the crowd again. Zhang Shan stared. He had pushed himself hard throughout this training in order to get his revenge as well. No one else said anything, but their expressions were approving. Although the military had set the rules, they were not formal soldiers. Would they not consider some form of concession? Zhang Jingqi quickly sized up the general sentiment, reading their expressions. He turned to Wang Zheng with a smile. "Wang Zheng, seems like some of them feel you havent proved yourself fully yet. What are your thoughts?" Wang Zheng smiled. As Bonehead would say, a snarling dog did not bite. While Bonehead had ruthlessly cured his bad habit of snarling a long time ago, the world was not the same." "I wee all challenges!" Wang Zheng replied. "Excellent. As thest task of the training, to obtain this vote as leader, everyone is to ept challenges. The victor will obtain the vote. If a leader loses, they must give up leadership. If a member loses, they will be eliminated." Zhang Jingqi stated. This was clearly nost minute decision, but something he had already prepared. Zhang Jingqi wanted to convey a message to them: That if one wanted to gain something, one must pay the price. A person like Atos, who fought and gave up at a whim, had nothing but street-brawl attitude. Everyone was exchanging nces. Who would have thought that after all that training, there would be such a golden opportunity in front of their eyes? Challenge Wang Zheng! Nobody actually knew Wang Zhengs true strength. Until now, nobody actually had the opportunity to fight with mecha. He had proved he could drill, but how was his battle ability? Risk and opportunity went hand in hand. Everyone could hear their hearts thumping loudly, evidently affected. Chapter 272: Strength Chapter 272: Strength Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Whos going? Who was going to go first? Somebody go already! A bunch of people eyed each other. They were not satisfied, but when it was time to step up, they all suddenly had cold feet. Wang Zheng had thrashed Atos and had stood his ground against Achilles. They had persevered so far. If they staked it all on one battle and were eliminated, they would feel cheated. Furthermore, they would be challenging a leader. Most members quickly calmed down. They recalled Wang Zhengs performance in the first phase and marked him as a silent but difficult opponent. Atos sneered at the fearful atmosphere and was about to act, but he was stopped by Taros beside him, who shook his head. Clearly Taros did not favor Atos in a fight against Wang Zheng. Even though the average people did not respond, this did not mean that the other potential leaders would not respond either, right? Atos had thought that Achilles would jump at the opportunity to eradicate Wang Zheng the moment the announcement was made. However, the Sun God stood by, motionless. He felt a little let down. He had been peeved that Achilles had not assented to intervene on his behalfst time. Although Wang Zheng was a bastard, he had stood up for Zhang Shan. He, on the other hand, had two fingers broken and became aughing stock to boot. Now he had set up this opportunity for Achilles, but Achilles did not act. When had the Sun God be such a coward? Atos resentment gave him pluck, but he found himself restrained by Taros hand, which gripped him as firmly as a steel bar. Achilles showed no signs of moving, as though the thought had not urred to him. Lear too seemed to have heard nothing. What... was going on? Was Wang Zheng so scary? In an instant, Wang Zhengs prestige rose significantly. "Keke, Wang Zheng, when you came to Mars, I already wanted to learn from you. Well, since the opportunity has presented itself, lets get down to it." Raston stood up with a smile. Wang Zheng answered his smile with one of his own. "Sure!" Lie Xin was no fool. More urately, those who came from the prestigious families were not prone to rash actions. Wang Zhengs Ability X could very well be C-rank. Acting without knowing what to expect could lead to no good oue. Achilles and Lear held back, and Lie Xin would too. If she had been alone, she would have challenged him without hesitation. But it was clear that whoever went against Wang Zheng first woulde out looking badlypared to the other two. These three were waiting to see who would twitch first. They were engaged in a contest of patience. Raston could also be counted as one of the potential leaders C he was definitely qualified. To him, the leadership was secondary. What mattered to him was being chosen for the team. He wanted to go to An. He longed to go to An and test himself against the experts that came from all corners of the Milky Way. As a warrior, it was a dream to him. Whether he made it as a leader or not was unimportant. Furthermore, Wang Zheng would make a worthy opponent. And as for Wang Zheng? He had controlled himself for so long. It was not to say that he liked basic training C that would be a huge joke. To him, it was the most boring thing. He was simply mature enough to know what to do and what not to do. Beneath his fierce concentration was buried a fierce desire to rebel and a thirst for battle. Control. He had tremendous self-control. As Raston took the field, the students gave a cheer. It was a rare opportunity to fight, and everyone looked forward to a real battle. Bata Type V, 1 on 1, practice mecha. Getting destroyed or surrendering counted as defeat. In the desert practice arena, the two Bata Type Vs approached unhurriedly. The rest were watching silently from the sides. Raston, hailed as the prince of Caragal, was praised with the title of King of Power. His ability was prodigious and well controlled, and his mecha handling was highlypetent. He had heart and maturity beyond peers of his age, which enabled him to bring even more power to bear in battles. "Tables open, tables open. Those who bet on Wang Zheng keep left. Those betting on Raston stay right. Dont miss your chance now!" Fatty Luo Fei had opened a betting table. He was clearly one who enjoyed watching the world burn. Both mecha began a series of warm up movements. Nobody had thought that the dry and dreary Earth training woulde to a conclusion with the most direct of battles. "Lie Guang, who do you favor to win?" Lie Xin quietly asked. As the leader, she had to maintain herposure. She knew that if she had stepped up earlier, she might have won a lot of support, but she had resisted. "Should be Raston. You know what hes capable of. In this battle, Ability X will definitely be used. However you look at it, Raston has a 60 percent chance of sess. Lie Xin did not reply. She was more worried about Wang Zhengs ability. "Keke, a great opportunity to see what ability this punk Wang Zheng has," Taros said. "Achilles, its really unlike you to pass up on such an opportunity." Achilles merely smiled. "When the battle begins, you will understand. This stage is simply too small." Taros smiled back mechanically. Achilles seemed a little timid. He understood Lears personality well C he would never take a fight when there was even a slightest chance of losing. Just as well, he could see for himself if Raston had grown any stronger in thesest few years. A breeze swept through. The harsh sunlight continued to beat down on the arena. Both mecha were ready now. Tap tap tap tap tap tap... Both Bata Type Vs started moving at the same time, rushing ferociously towards the opponent, with titanium des out. BOOM. The des shed in a shower of sparks, filling the arena with a piercing sound. At the same time, their engines rumbled, Rastons fist flying out, while Wang Zhengs knee jerked upwards. BOOM. Both mecha fighters leaped apart with a rotation, creating some distance. They had both dodged the opponents attack. After spinning around, Raston seized the initiative. Their brief sh had given Raston a rough gauge of his opponents power. An interesting fight! It had been so long since he had found an opponent that could get his blood pumping. Power and ones explosive movement determined the upper hand. What made Rastons physical state fearsome was his faster-than-normal recovery times, and in his explosive attack, could counter-attack just a hair of a second faster. His Bata Type V had already attacked before Wang Zheng. As his titanium de cleaved downwards, Wang Zheng, who had lost the initiative, could only defend. CRASH... The force of the blow was earth-shattering. After the deafening sound, Wang Zhengs Bata Type V was steadily forced back. The desert terrain was not suited for a solid defense. Once forced on the backfoot, gaps in the defense would readily present themselves. Raston seemed to have be a different person. Under his deft handling, the Bata Type V moved as though it was a super-ss mech, its titanium des gleaming under the sunlight, again cleaving down. CRASH. Rastons attack patterns were unusual. His rhythm was good, defending as he attacked. It was deceptively slow, but he was actually moving with speed and fury. Not a single blow wascking in power, and no opponent could recover quickly. CRASH. Rastons footwork was notcking either. Itplemented his energy and his shes, leaving Wang Zheng no other option but to continue backing up. If it was not for Wang Zhengs own solid foundations, he would long have been cut to pieces. "What did I say? This fellow is just a load of talk. Him as captain? Pigs would fly!" Atos spat viciously on the floor. "Atos, some manners." Milo frowned. "Milo, what makes you bend over backward and speak up for him?" "Im not speaking up for anybody. Im just saying we represent the Moon here. Its best to speak with our actions." Milo could not resist retorting. Due to Atos inciting behavior, everybody else had started to look at the Moon with an unfavorable eye. This would affect Achilles reputation as well. Although the opinion would probably not be voiced, it would undoubtedly affect therger scheme of things. "Tch. Arent I speaking with my actions now? Without me, there wouldnt be this opportunity to beat this brat up!" Atos boastedcently. "Enough! The battle is not over yet." Achilles red at Atos, a warning look in his eyes. He was not one to lose control easily, but Atos repeated taunts were wearing on his nerves. Atos mumbled a little to himself, but he held his tongue. Everyone else was focused on the arena, oblivious to Atos venomous outburst. Wang Zheng, who had been defending all the while, finally could no longer keep it up and was sent flying by Raston. But Raston did not press forward. He realized that the blow hadcked sufficient power, and Wang Zheng had used it to spring himself back. If he had recklessly pressed forward, he would have been vulnerable to a counter-attack. Wang Zheng was surprised by Rastons coolness as well. His Bata mech skidded seven or eight meters and circled to a stable halt. It was a good feeling. The long treks had left him with no unfamiliarity with the mech. It had helped Wang Zheng toplete the harmonization with the mech. The Bata Type V crept forward. With a roar of the engine bursting to life, Wang Zheng attacked. Tap tap tap tap tap tap... The mech cut towards Raston, shing with the harsh sunlight that hurt to look at. Raston was unaffected. No big deal. BOOM. Raising a de to block, Raston was unconcerned with any direct attack. However, his expression suddenly changed. After a fumbled response, his titanium de had been knocked over. What ferocious power! A judgement error. He immediately cut downwards with his titanium de. As expected of Raston. A normal person would have been left undone by such an error, but with his explosive power, Raston forced the de back in a reverse cut. He did not block. In this situation, he would have been too slow to block. A life for a life; a good offense was the best defense. Nobody expected such risky moves in the second sh. How could Raston have slipped up? Wang Zheng would not exchange blows with him. With a violent whirl of the mech, he swiped the opponents attack aside with a shrill screech of the des. He followed it up with a roundhouse kick that Rastonpletely failed to respond to. A direct hit. The Bata mech was sent flying back, and Raston immediately resisted it forcefully. To think that he took a direct kick. Wang Zheng did not press. He smiled. "Raston, show me your true strength, or the crowd is going to be disappointed." Wang Zheng was trying to tell him that this level of ability would not be sufficient to subdue him. Raston smiled too. He was also one of those with strong foundations, and the most troublesome opponent was someone as stable as he was. One could not tell before shing with Wang Zheng that he was a monster in action. Rastons Bata Type V growled. Gunning his engine, his titanium de was raised high. WHOOSH. The mech exploded forward, advancing! A chop from up high! As the titanium de scythed downwards viciously, wielded by the fearsome strength of Raston, a whistle could be heard as it sliced the air. Being cut by such an attack would be no fun matter. Chapter 273: Space Battle Chapter 273: Space Battle Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas However, Wang Zheng did not attempt to dodge nor avoid and went to face it head on. Lie Guang and Lie Xin looked at each other. Wang Zheng was being too arrogant. The prative force of this blow could even destroy an energy shield in a single strike. He could never block it. Dang~~~~~~ A thunderous explosion erupted as the yellow sand around them was sent flying to the air. Everyone was dumbfounded. Rastons seemingly heavy blow was easily deflected by Wang Zhengs de. However the excess force had knocked him flying a slight distance away. How could this be possible??? A technique to disarm a weapon??? How could anyone be able to disarm a hit with such force? However Wang Zheng did not hold back this time nor waste the opportunity. He followed up immediately and swung his titanium de consecutively towards Raston as he quickly closed the distance between them. He had reminded Raston multiple times and yet Raston wasnt willing to use his full strength. It seemed that Wang Zheng would have to put in more effort this time. ng, ng, ng, ng... Triplestrike! In an instant, the de and its afterimage were intertwined. Raston was defending with almost all his strength and yet he was barely able to defend against Wang Zhengs attacks. However, the real killer move wasing. This move would be going directly after his vital points and the battle could end immediately if the attack connected. Buzz... The energy shield was switched on at thest instant and was able to defend against that attack as the Bata was sent flying backwards. Raston broke out in cold sweat. He realised that Wang Zheng was intentionally showing him mercy. If the previous blow had been a little quicker, he would not even have had the chance to switch on his shield. A weird grin appeared on Zhang Jingqis face. This brat was indeed like a seedling as the general had said. To be more urate, he was more of a strange and talented person. Facing such an important battle, it was unbelievable that he still intentionally held back. Could it be that he was really confident with himself? He was facing the ace of the Republic of Caragal. Raston! Raston lifted his mech and said, "Wang Zheng, no matter the result of this match, you would be a great teammate!" "The same could be said of you. I can no longer hold back my desire to witness your strength!" What did Rastons strength-type ability look like? Rastons eyes were glowing red. He revved his Bata and in a sh... Bang... Like the explosion of a mine, the efficiency of the Bata seemed to have increased by over 100% and it appeared in front of Wang Zheng in an instant. As the titanium de swung down, the attacked seemed to have an overwhelming imposing momentum. Buzz~~~~~~ As the titanium des shed, sparks flew and the mecha shed. Blocked? Boom boom boom boom boom... Raston had transformed into a beast. Under his control, the Bata Type V seemed to have gone berserk. Every single spectator was dumbfounded. Was this a regr mech? Taking into ount this type of movement and speed, no matter who it was, he would be defeated thoroughly. Whenever it was activated, yellow sand would be sent flying as it enveloped the sky. The explosive power and the rapid speed made Raston seem to have be a real beast after activating his Ability X. Moreover, he was able to integrate his ability with the mech rather than simply transform himself. Rastons Bata Type V transformed into a Desert T-Rex and was able to dominate Wang Zheng, not allowing him a chance to counter. Zhang Shans jaw dropped. Was this guy human? Raston was not only fast but explosive, fierce, and had a muscle recovery rate that was faster than an ordinary persons. This allowed him to deliver consecutive attacks while not giving the opponent any time to catch his breath. Zhang Runan was also a strength-type. However, her strength type was rtively gentler in nature. She would have to rely on some routine moves in order to demonstrate the advantage of her power. However, Raston was different and could simply dominate with pure power. One could be crippled in such a battle. How long could Wang Zhengs energy shieldst? Energy shield...? Wang Zheng had not even switched on his energy shield! Rastons attacks came like a series of stormy waves. Although it looked like he could crush Wang Zheng with each move, he wasnt able to crush Wang Zheng. On the other hand, Wang Zheng was starting to limatize to Rastons strength. Rastons move was truly fast and furious and technically could be considered as fast and urate. However, the issue was that... a human wasnt just an animal nor a wooden stake. This was especially so when one met a master. Raston rushed forward to make his attack once again. However, the Bata in front of him suddenly shifted to the side. Not good, it was just a feint! Raston was feeling slightly disconcerted after he wasnt able to connect his previous attack. At this point, Wang Zheng retaliated with a backhanded attack when Rastons guard slipped. Was he finally going to start his counterattack? However, it wasnt the case. Raston still had his Ability X. His eyes shone with a red light and heshed out. This attack would truly be deadly! However, Wang Zhengs Bata Type V moved away from him. He had never intended to finish off his opponent in a single move. A delicate change in footwork allowed Wang Zheng to avoid Rastons fierce attack seamlessly. He was as cool as ice. Raston was a really tough guy. He was out of breath as he had to make sharp maneuvers without a chance to catch his breath. He did not even dare to breathe too deeply when Wang Zheng dodged his attack. He constricted his muscles once again and once againshed out with another kick as the two approached each other. This was a life-saving move. However, he had exposed a weakness in the process. Wang Zhengs movements were like a ghosts, and he was able to avoid the deadly move by just a hair. As he swung down his titanium de, Wang Zheng could clearly feel that Raston had expended all his strength and would require at least a second before he could recover some strength. However, Raston did not have the luxury of time. Therefore, the titanium knife stopped as it rested on the shoulder of Rastons mech. There wasnt any point in continuing. With Wang Zhengs attack speed, he would definitely be able to kill Raston before the energy shield could be switched on. Zhang Shan was already howling as he jumped in ecstasy while waving his arms. The other prticipants were clearly impressed with Wang Zhengs calmness and solid foundations. They had never expected a strong foundation to be so useful. Wang Zheng was able topletely dominate Raston without any magnificent moves. This was the ace from the Republic of Caragal, and he had defeated him! Achilles, Lear, and Lie Xin were aware of how surprised each other was with the result. Wang Zheng was able to achieve a victory without even using his Ability X! The physical condition of his body seemed to be too good. How could he withstand such a level of force? Zhang Jingqi smiled and said, "Wang Zheng will receive the vote from Earth. Are there any more objections?" "No!" screamed the crowd. Achilles and the rest did not make a move. No one was stopping them, and that was the reason Raston had decided to make a move. Although he had lost, at least he had the courage to do so. "Wang Zheng, you can nominate another person to advance directly to the next stage. However, you must be cautious with your choice," said Zhang Jingqi. This was not just about authority, it was a test for the vision of a captain as well as a form of responsibility. "Zhang Shan," said Wang Zheng without any hesitation. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan had higher chances. If Zhang Shan was to advance, he would require this slot. "Zhang Shan will be the second to advance," announced Zhang Jingqi. Everyone was showing envious looks in their eyes. This dude really had a great life. Earth Space Station. It could be said that Wang Zheng had earned the vote in the most convincing way and had been officially noticed by everyone. No one would have expected to have a dark horse outperforming the others. As for whether he could continue to perform, he would still have a lot to cover. The second station, Moon Space station. This was the home ground for Achilles. If he was to choke in this round, he would truly have no more chances. The crowd boarded the warship and entered the space station of the Moon directly. Compared to the steel-cold Earth Space Station, the military base of the Moon was heavenly. They were surrounded by a scene of spotless silver. In the corridor, it was covered with thick carpets from Persia. You could find everything you needed within the rooms in the dormitory, equivalent to a five star hotel. The first impression for everyone was that they were here for enjoyment instead of special training! In such afortable environment, only the people from the Moon had the level of discipline to be able to train and be elite soldiers that could and were willing to battle. The truth was that... To put it bluntly, it was the difference between the poor and the rich. The economy of the Moon was much better than that of Earth and Mars. After a brief arrangement and rest, Su Yan appeared in the hall. Beside him was General Drachmach. "Stand still, salute!" Drachmach was very serious at the this moment. Simr to the orderly people on the Moon, he saluted back and said, "Everyone who here has proved that they are the elites in the Sr System Federation. You will be the future of the Sr System Federation. However, this is only the beginning. For the following assessment, it will only be harder than your previous experiences by at least 10 times, maybe a hundred times. I have to be responsible and be frank in telling you all that there might even be a danger to your life. If anyone wishes to withdraw now, you can still do it." Everyone was looking at each other. No one expected General Drachmach to say these words from the start. However, it also proved the difficulty of the following training and the presence of extreme danger. However, who would quit now? How could it be possible? "No one? Seems that you are all really smart. If anyone was to quit, I would have conscripted him immediately and sent him to the most remote mining star to mine for minerals. It would be a waste of the militarys time if one did not even have this level of confidence," said Drachmach with a smile. Apparently, he wasnt that old-fashioned as he tried to ease the atmosphere. While the crowd wasughing, Drachmach announced again, "Theres no time for rest. An, Arbiter, and the Gemini Union have submitted their final name lists. We cannot afford to be much slower. Everyone, the future of the Sr System is in your hands. Simrly, the fate of Earth will be dependent on your actions. We can show the whole Milky Way Gxy with our actions that either Humans have expanded outwards from the Sr System and we are the pride and origin of mankind!or We are in a state of decline! depending on our performance. If anyone were to look down on you, would you all be fine with it?" NO!!!!!! All members raised their arms and shouted, "Fight!" Even Achilles had let down his guard and started to demonstrate the excited side hidden deep within him. The Moon was his territory! As he looked deeply at Wang Zheng, he would also want to leave a deep impression in everyone on this station. The Moon was responsible for the space battle training. The current military base was specifically used for the training of space battles. When they went to the garage for mecha, they saw that it was filled with space mecha that were used for the training in space. "Space mecha are the real deal! These mecha look extremely cool!" This was the first time Zhang Shan and Wang Zhen had seen space mecha, and they couldnt help but start to touch them excitedly. "Cough, please do not touch the mecha. You will have enough time to do soter." The chief of the garage coughed twice as he stopped the two of them from doing anything else. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were too embarrassed to even look at them. They could not understand the behavior of these men. "Touching it wouldnt kill you..." Said Zhang Shan as he did not hesitate to poke the armor of the space mech with his fingers and knock it slightly as well. He then turned to Wang Zheng and said, "Its really made out of ceramic!" Wang Zheng was excited too. However, he was able to control his desires better. He was curious if there were alloys of metals in theposite crystal ceramics used in the construction mecha. Chapter 274: Dazzling Chapter 274: Dazzling Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas There was a limit to ones ability to stay reserved, and the two of them started to talk about it excitedly. "Cough, this mech model was not built with any metal alloys... As I had said, stop touching it. Everyone, listen up. Im only going to say it once. Space mecha and the mecha used on the ground have major differences. This is not only about their appearance. The first difference rtes to the engine. The engine ofnd-based mecha are of a semi-open concept, while the engine of a space mecha ispletely sealed. Therefore, please take note of the following points when starting the engine..." The in-charge was shaking his head in his heart. What was wrong with this batch of IG? How could two foolish guys manage to sneak in? Wang Zheng smiled. He was listening attentively to all the different aspects to take note of. The difference between space mecha andnd-based mecha was just like the difference between a small van and a cargo truck. Although both could be considered to be cars, the way one operated them was bepletely different. Even the licenses to operate them were different. Quickly, the one in charge of the garagepleted his exnation. However, he realized that other than Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan, there werent many people who were listening attentively. All of a sudden, he lost interest in exining the facts to this group. He condensed his exnations and said, "There are many differences with respect to the weapons too. urate guided missiles andsers are more threatening in space battle... In essence, that would be the case. Other things to take note of are the simtion system embedded in them..." The model of the mecha was simr to themon mecha used in the military. There were all kinds of different models, but when it came to weapons, there was an embedded electronic simtion system which simted the effects of beam sabers,ser guns, and sniper rifles. Although these might seem just like the normal weapons, they used electronic and signal waves for simtion and would not cause actual damage when mecha were hit. However, if one were to be hit, the embedded simtion system on the targets mech would respond just as it would in a real scenario to achieve the same effect as an actual hit. Zhang Shan curiously joined the crowd. As he squinted his eyes at the version number on the setup, his eyes widened immediately and he said, "Oh, damn, thetest version. The newest version was just released online in An and yet it was immediately in use on the Moon!" The whole set of systems was developed by An and yet it went online on the Moon at the same time! Although it might;ve been brutal, the costs behind it must have been really huge. For ces like Earth and Space City, they were still using the outdated paintball simtion system. Although it worked, the feeling it gave wasnt anything like a real battle. It felt more like a game. However, this system that was in use on the Moon would be able to provide the most realistic battle experience for the mech pilots. At this moment, Su Yan walked in from outside and said, "10 minutes to get used to it. After which, everyone is to be in position." Boooom... A loud rumbling sound emanated from the ground of the garage. The artificial gravity system was switched off and the gravity loss effect urred instantly, so everyone started to float. With the training in zero-gravity in the previous stage, everyone was able to limatize quickly, find their assigned training mech, and enter the cockpit. Theyout of a space mech was simr to and-based mech. The only differences were in the details, and one would have to get used to the unique space battle system. 10 minutes flew past quickly. Over 10 different mecha started their engines at the same time and flew towards the exit of the garage one by one. After they passed through the escape tunnel, the mecha had entered space. This area had been cleared previously. The first step of the training would be simply just getting used to outer space. In just a short while, the difference in standards became apparent. With respect to the zero gravity in space, people from the space station had an apparent advantage. They had been in such zero gravity environments since they were young. Under their operation, the movement of the mecha was natural and easy. In contrast... The performance of Wang Zheng and Zhang Shang was a little... below expectations. Getting used to zero gravity waspletely different from operating the mech while getting used to zero gravity. In Wang Zhengs case, it was still alright other than the fact that he could not stop his mech in time. There were a few times when he almost crashed into the mech in front of them. When he was supposed to stop, he could not stop. When it wasnt the time for him to stop, he stopped. It looked simply hrious. As for student Zhang Shan... When he exited the tunnel, his mech ended up somersaulting in space. Although he constantly tried to make adjustments to the force exerted by the engine, he wasnt able to control it. It was just like a firework disy that had lost control as he was spinning and somersaulting randomly. The guy in charge at the garage twitched his lips. As expected, he had no idea how the two of them had managed to sneak in and then looked towards the rest of the people. The people from Mars were average as space battles were not their strength. However, it could not be considered to be their weakness, as they had gone through systematic training. Compared to being in boundless space, they preferred a down-to-earth way of battle. However, against all expectations, it wasnt the people from the space city that had the best performance. It was the Eight Stars from the Moon that performed the best! Crackling sounds could be heard.. The mecha of the Eight Stars from the Moon executed tactical somersault movements in space one after another. While performing such high-speed strategic movements, they were even able to urately determine their position and direction, demonstrating a high level of spacebat awareness. In the military, only the elite aces would be able to perform such tactical movements. This was the Moon, their home ground. It was time to showcase their real abilities. Achilles movements were even more outrageous. His consecutiverge and small somersault movements connected seamlessly. Achilles mech did not look like it was in zero gravity, and he had perfect and urate control over it. It was a little scary. The performance of Lie Xin and Lear were still great with their own strengths, demonstrating strong abilities. Inparison, the feeling that Wang Zheng gave others was that there were huge discrepancies. There was no solution to it as Wang Zheng had never experienced operating a space mech. Without gravity, it waspletely different, and even a god would require some time to limatize to it. However, Wang Zhengs bad performance was a huge sigh of relief for everyone. It looked as though he was not an expert in everything. The majority of the people there had such thoughts and were quite happy. Short term adaptive training began. Su Yan made use of themunication system within the mecha to conduct a universal long rangemand. The most advanced simtion system in the Milky Way Gxy, the newest product of An! The entire space station and the surrounding space had been equipped with the most advanced photoelectric sensor systems. In an instant, outer space changed drastically in front of everyone. A space shooting range appeared in front of everyone. From the target to the facilities, it was aplete electro-optical simtion. "Lets start with basic training." The Eight Stars from the Moon did not stand on ceremony. This was their home ground. Atos was the first to rush into the range. The first segment was flight shooting. The space mech had to shoot towards a designated target while flying towards a designated location. Atos did not hold back and instantly used his Ability X, Extreme Speed! The space mech turned into a shadow as it moved through the void like a meteor rushing towards a designated ce. He did not miss. When Atos arrived at the final destination, he was left with thest target that was not hit. In the instant his Extreme Speed ability stopped, the space mech turned back suddenly and fired. Boom... 10 rings hit, all bullseye! "Atos was quite strong, just a little unlucky." "From his performance a while ago, to rate him as the weakest among the Eight Stars isnt set in stone." From themunication devices, soft conversations could be heard. Their views of Atos had changed. There was already difficulty in shooting while moving. To hit the all the targets with every hit hitting the bullseye, coupled with the fact that Atos did it while activating his Extreme Speed ability, he mustve had a very deep level of understanding and control of the space mech and himself. The Eight Stars from the Moon went one after another. Although they werent as shy as Atos demonstration, the uracy rate was still 100% with each shot to the left or right of the bullseye. It was Achilles turn. He did not even burst out of the starting line. Such targets to him werent even a challenge. As the space mech flew outwards, it looked ordinary with no unique points. However, when theser hit the targets, everyone was surprised. For every target, there were three consecutive hits. Moreover, the positions of the three shots formed a triangle with the bullseye as the center. It was the same for each target! It was so urate that it made one feel scared. If it was just one or two hits, it wouldnt be such a big matter. To be able to do this to 10 consecutive targets while moving at high speeds... it demonstrated immense control and uracy, Achilles marksmanship had reached an entirely different mystical level. Lie Xins eyes flickered. She was able to do the same... However, to do so on 10 consecutive targets with the position of the hits being exactly the same, she would only be able to do so while she was in her peak form. Lear smiled. As his mech floated out, the speed wasnt fast. A single shot fired one after another without any special techniques. It was just that each shot hit the bullseye, nothing outrageous nor weak. "Earthling..." Carl smiled mockingly when he saw Lears performance. Achilles had such an extreme performance and yet Lear was still trying to keep a low profile, not intending to divulge his true strength. Was there meaning to it? Earthlings were known to love to y dirty. If he continued to mess around, he might end up ruining himself. The people from Mars had started to take their turns. If they werepeting in terms of the elegance of their tactical movements, they would not be better than the people from the Moon. However, firing while on a designated flight was fundamental. The people from Mars would dare to im that when it came to basic training, there wouldnt be a ce within the Sr System, no, the entire Milky Way Gxy, that would be fiercer than Mars. Everyone was able to hit at least eight targets, and the speed that they were moving at wasnt slow either. It was Zhang Shans turn. "Let me... prepare myself a little longer. Runan, you can go first..." Zhang Shans voice was a little weird. It was time for Zhang Runan to showcase her strength. Although there were some twists and turns in the process, she was able toplete the mission sessfully. It was just that she had taken quite a few shots to hit the third and fourth targets and had almost missed the first target entirely. After all, her strengths were in closebat and she had little training in shooting. Coupled with the fact that this was apletely different space mech that she had never used before, her reactions and judgement differed greatly. On the other hand, Meng Tian performed much better. Clearly, she had some experience operating space mecha in the past. Although she was not able to execute high difficulty tactical space drifting movements, her ability to fire while executing fundamental movements was still very solid. It was just slightly below that of the Eight Stars from the Moon and could be considered very stable. It was Wang Zhengs turn to make an appearance. Everyone was holding their breaths while watching him attentively. Although Wang Zhengs previous performance made him look like a rookie, Wang Zheng had achieved too many miracles. To be the first to advance and various unbelievable explosive performances were norms to many others. At this moment, everyone was waiting for Wang Zhengs performance. What kind of level would he be at? Vroom...... The space mech flew out. The speed was fast, really fast, and was even faster than Atos Extreme Speed ability! The expression in the peoples eyes, who felt relieved moments ago, had changed. It was so frustrating. We should have known that he was of a different breed. Why did he even bother acting like a rookie before!? However, in an instant, the space mech operated by Wang Zheng flew away from the designated location. After which... Chapter 275: To Share Weal and Woe Chapter 275: To Share Weal and Woe Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas No a single shot was fired. Vrooom, in a straight line, he deviated from the designated direction and flew quickly towards the opposite direction. Instantly, everyone was dumbfounded. What happened a while ago... Lost control? Wang Zheng had actually lost control! Wasnt this too outrageous? After a long time, the mech finally stopped at a faraway location. After which, it flew slowly back and Wang Zheng said, "Im sorry. I lost control..." Wang Zhengs voice came from themunication device. Everyone was in a daze. Wang Zheng, who always performed well, suddenly scored a zero. No one could believe it. Zhang Shan rubbed his eyes and said, "Its just a mistake, everyone makes mistakes. Moreover, this was just your first time." "Mountain Maiden, stop your nonsense. Its your turn." A voice from themunication device was urging Zhang Shan to hurry. It was obvious that Zhang Shan was acting a little weird after he entered the space mech. For someone who always liked to show off, there must have been a problem when he passed the opportunity to perform while shrinking backwards. "Yes, Mountain Maiden, hurry up." Various voices were urging him. Zhang Shan clenched his teeth and his mech rushed out. His movements were just like a mad drunkard... Even the mech looked like it was drunk and could not keep up with the directions given by the system. Just like this, after rushing for less than half the distance, Zhang Shan stopped immediately while still swaying. After which, his voice came from themunication device. "I cant take it anymore..... I... I give up..." Grrr--- Zhang Shan had notpleted his sentence when vomiting sounds came from themunication device. He felt airsick. In the control room, General Drachmach was smiling gently. Apparently, he had expected this result. Su Yan shook his head and said, "It is just as expected. The deeper ones understanding about space, the more likely it is that one will have cognitive errors when they enter a space mech. However, once he gets used to it, he will experience a great leap forward." Drachmach smiled and said, "Lets not give our conclusion. To always be sessful wouldnt be great. It would be better for them to experience some setbacks." Su Yan nodded. With a change in focus, the second stage of the performance training was starting. Under the control of Su Yan, the surrounding images of the training ground underwent another change. The space targets lost their colors within the lights and a huge mothership appeared opposite of them "Seems that there wont be time for rest," said Zhang Shan as his face turned pale. He had forgotten to switch off themunication device when he vomited. The respect and awe he had built up thus far was gone in an instant. Wang Zheng was speechless too. He couldnt understand. Zhang Shan and Wang Zheng had the best understanding of space. Their judgements on the effects of zero gravity in space were clearly the strongest among the rest. So why had they be the weakest once they entered the space mech? At this moment, they did not have much time to think about it. Buzz, buzz, buzz... Rays of lights shone from the mothership from the opposite end. It was a massive collection of spaceships, and they were rushing out from the mothership. Within the crowd of spaceships, there were multiple ck, camouged space mecha. Space mecha were mainstream in todays space warfare. However, spaceships had not been eliminated, aspared to mecha, the costs of training operators of spaceships were lower and had lower requirements. This made it suitable forrge scale frontal battles. Space mecha were used either for defense or attacking or were used under the coordination and protection of spaceships for raiding the enemys capital ships... which was what the mothership was doing now. A space mech would be paired with 10 spaceships, forming a battle unit. Approximately 10 of such battle units would form a knife-shaped formation and were used for assault. "The second stage of the assessment will be a defensive battle!" "If you do not want to lose to bots, you will have to show your true abilities." Lie Xin roared loudly as she led the group of people from Mars and was the first to rush out. Achilles smiled and brought the crowd from the Moon and Taros to face the bots head on. Wang Zheng flew towards the direction but stopped after a short distance. Zhang Shan did not even move... Meng Tian and Zhang Runan formed a circr defensive formation together with Yuan Ye and were able to block the spaceships and mecha from one direction. Clearly, the difficulty level of artificial intelligence in the simtion wasnt very high. The coordination between spaceships was a little rigid, but the sheer number of them was able to pose some threat. The firepower of the people from Mars was strong. They were most adept in fighting such tough battles. When Lie Xin and Lie Guang worked together, they werent just fierce but were fierce and violent. Not only were they able to defend, they even crushed the spaceships at one side and headed towards the mothership for a counterattack. Boom, boom, boom. At this moment, the crowd from the Moon became serious. This was their home ground and clearly they could not allow the people from Mars to treat it as a ce to showcase their battle strength. The Eight Stars from the moon formed an arrow formation with Achilles and Taros as the tip and went straight into the enemys formation. Along the way, they werent just destroying enemy spaceships, they were also heading towards the mothership for a war on board the mothership! In contrast, Yuan Yes tactics were somewhat dogmatic. However, with Meng Tian and Zhang Runan, together with the spiritual Ability X from the three man team from Europa, they were still a terrifying force. There were non-stop explosions urring everywhere. Whenever an enemy ship approached them, it would be destroyed instantly. Meng Tians sniping, Zhang Runans defensive skills, and Yuan Yes control of the battlefield. Combined, they were invincible. The three man team was in charge of warning the rest and dealing critical damage. Everyone was able to get something out of it and no one was destroyed by the bots. At this moment, everyone looked towards the bottom of the disy screens in their mecha. There was a tabtion of the number of spaceships one destroyed. After a few minutes had passed, the number Wang Zheng had destroyed was still a zero. His cheeks were twitching. Wang Zheng rushed out forcefully. He had felt that his control of the mech was unsatisfactory. A nauseating feeling became stronger with the constant movement of the mech. How could he still expect to be urate with hisser shots? A simple bot AI spaceship wasnt just a target, it would also execute tactical movements to dodge attacks. As for Zhang Shan, he had been unknowingly caught in the midst of the enemys spaceships. The battlefield was constantly changing. A moment ago, he was still beside hisrades. However, he was now surrounded. "Oh, damn, no one bothered toe to save me..." Zhang Shan did not have the chance toplete his sentence before one of the enemys battle units had him surrounded. A burst of fire sted off. Zhang Shan had been included into the death list by the simtion system. Even the engine of the mech had been forcefully stalled. The mech shook strongly. Vomiting ensued... Zhang Shan switched off hismunication device quickly while grabbing the airsickness bag at the side. He had felt like vomiting but nothing came out. Only the gastric acid from his stomach rushed out. Faraway, Achilles had entered the mothership and had started the onboard battle. This simtion system simted a perfect real battlefield. Space guns and the defending mecha all tried to hold him back with their lives. In the era of great navigation, the mothership was just like a home to interster warriors. If the mothership was destroyed, the warriors would lose their supplies. Even the strongest warrior would be dead. From a defensive standpoint, when there was no longer any ce to retreat, it could often invoke amazing strengths. The system was able to sinctly ount for this unique point. Every defensive mecha was rushing forward crazily one after another as though they were willing to sacrifice their lives. However... With Achilles at the forefront, such bravery was futile. Achilles wasnt wasteful even in such a situation. Every shot was critical. The cooperation between the Eight Stars from the Moon and Taros was also seamless. They were responsible for depleting the enemies energy shields. Thest shot would be dealt by Achilles. At the instant, when the crowd from the Moon had destroyed the mothership, the simted battlefield faded like melting snow... On the disy of each mech, a series of numbers were disyed, indicating the number of kills. Wang Zheng had a score of zero. As for Zhang Shan, he received a negative one, indicating that he was killed in battle. They were ashamed. However, when Zhang Shan turned his head around and saw Wang Zheng, tears welled up in his eyes. Zhang Shan was touched and said, "Wang Zheng... you are a true brother!" Who was Wang Zheng? The first person to advance to the IG selections! Wang Zheng must have seen that his performance was too poor, and in the name of brotherhood, Wang Zheng wouldnt have wanted him to be at the bottom alone. Zhang Shan sighed. He should have put in more effort, as he had let Wang Zheng down. A negative score. Truly disappointing. From themunication device, Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were dumbfounded. Meng Tian blinked her eyes several times and could not believe it. If it was true, wasnt this too weird? Wang Zheng touched his nose and said, "Its not what you think..." "Wang Zheng, you know me best. I have no idea why I would feel like vomiting whenever I moved. I also felt giddy." Zhang Shan waved his fists and clenched his teeth. A weird sensation rushed upwards and he could no longer hold it back. Wasnt it just the feeling of wanting to vomit and giddiness? Why couldnt a young and strong man like him hold it back? "In fact, me too..." Wang Zheng forcefully smiled. The truth was that he had the same problem. Looking at Zhang Shans circumstances, they seemed to be simr to his. "Wang Zheng, do what you should have done. You do not have to bother with me. I can still hold it in. Rest assured, I will get used to it soon... Wang Zheng was frustrated. Could he just let him finish his words? "Can you let me finish? The truth is that I wanted to vomit too." "I know that you didnt want me to be sad about being in thest position. Eh? What?... What did you just say?" "I said that I felt giddy and felt like vomiting too," Wang Zheng said as he touched his forehead. "We have the same feeling, and there must be a reason behind it" "Yeah..." Zhang Shans lips trembled and he was petrified in an instant. "Could it be that the rumors were real?" "What?" "I heard it from my father. Its a curse. Those who have a deeper understanding of space are more likely to be suppressed by the universe..... I always thought that it was a joke. Yeah, was it just a joke?" Zhang Shan had zero resistance to some of these mysterious things. Wang Zhengs eyes flickered. Suppression from the universe must be bogus. However, the issue definitelyy with ones deeper understanding of space... Mecha and humans were different. It was just like the feeling of one using a beast-type mech and one using a humanoid-type mech. In addition, they were in the zero gravity environment in outer space. Humans usually had the habit of looking for references to determine ones position. However, in the middle of the void, a normal person would use theirrades and their own mech as references. As for them, their understanding of space was different. What they chose for reference was the enormous space, faraway stars, and the changes in the surrounding environment... Chapter 276: Unusual Change Chapter 276: Unusual Change Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng had voiced out his idea, but Meng Tian and Zhang Runan said that they did not understand. They were also not able to understand how Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan had determined their positions in space. At this moment, Su Yan appeared on themunicator once again to announce the results. "First ce Achilles, second ce Lie Xin, third ce Luo Fei..." What! Zhang Shan opened his eyes wide, the fatty beside Lear had actually gotten third ce! This did not feel good. Unfortunately, the fatty was insensible and even initiated small talk with Zhang Shan. "Oh, man, I identally took third ce! Ah, Mountain Maiden, this is actually all thanks to you. I have been looking up to you as my role model this whole time." Role model? Psh! Zhang Shan was furious. However, the result was that they had been defeated and were inst ce, so there was obviously no right for them to refute it. No matter what they said, they would only be ridiculed more, thus they could only endure all of this in silence. "...The ranking is not important, the key thing is for everyone to cooperate. Now, we will be splitting into teams for group adaptive training. Lie Xin, Lear, Raston, Pi Xiaoxiu... you guys will be one team. Achilles, Lie Guang, Taros... the few of you will be in one team..." Su Yan split them into two teams. For the first time, the Eight Stars of the Moon were separated. Pi Xiaoxiu and Dong Xiaosa were on Lie Xins side, and Lear and Lie Xin were on the same team once again. At the same time, Lie Guang was thrown to Achilles side. This rhythm of things was kind of bad. However, this was also a test to see whether personal feelings or team cooperation would be more important. There would always be conflicting views amongst humans, and it was no exception in the army. It could not be that when war was imminent, people in the same teams would be suspicious and create trouble among themselves, right? This was also a preparation in advance. No matter who became the IG leader of the Sr System, the rest must learn to give their full support and not bezy or even even obstruct the rest. "Sigh. Instructor Su Yan, did you miss out on something?" Zhang Shan suddenly called out at this moment, and Wang Zheng also let out a gentle cough. It was slightly awkward. How the times had changed. The two who were well regarded in the previous stage had now be the lowest ranked and were in the same boat. And during the splitting of the teams just now, neither of their names were called out by Su Yan. Su Yanughed. "The two of you have other tasks to do." Zhang Shan immediately shook his head. "Instructor, I think it is better not to give special treatment, it would not be fair to everyone." Su Yan smiled. The problem with Zhang Shan was that he felt good about himself too easily. Hence, Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were arranged to undergo individual training, for them to adapt to the condition inside space mecha. It was a little simr to having to stay behind after ss when you failed your test when you were a kid. For the rest, they continued on with their training tests. The previous score still continued to umte, and this was clearly important in determining ones future position. As for Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan, they could only operate the mecha and float around slowly in space. This could not be rushed, as the more one rushed, the more slowly one would adapt. You could only do it bit by bit, to ept and to adapt to it. Zhang Shan vomited profusely, and after vomiting, his stomach was so twisted that he had no appetite at all. He could only rely on injecting nutritional supplements to maintain his health. On the surface, Wang Zheng seemed better; at least he did not vomit as much. However, it was very draining. After two days, it was really somewhat tiring, but the key thing was that they were unable to find the reason. He was adapting very slowlypared to Zhang Shan. Zhang Shan was already starting to feel less dizzy, and with regards to the judgement about the positioning in space, he had also gotten used to the viewpoint from the space mech. As for Wang Zheng, not only had he not gotten used to it, on the contrary, the situation became worse. "Wang Zheng, whats wrong? It is actually not that difficult. I think it might be your mentality. Dont be anxious..." Zhang Shan was very worried. With Wang Zhengs strength, he had a huge chance of getting the leader position. However, if he was stuck here, his opportunity would be wasted. Looking at the training going on on the other side, Achilles, Lie Xin, and Lear, the umted scores of the three of them were already sky high, while Wang Zhengs score was still a big, fat zero. "I have no idea either. I want to focus, but I unconsciously lose concentration. The more I want to have control, the more I cannot control it." Wang Zheng shook his head helplessly. He wanted to sigh but he could not. Something in his stomach was rolling around and it let out rumbling sounds. He also did not want it to be like this, but he was unable to control it and was unable to make heads or tails out of it. Moreover, he had a strange dreamst night and could not recall it after he woke up. He just felt that his head was spinning, he was very tired, very hungry, and very unwell, and this was something that had never happened before. The two of them discussed for a while. Wang Zheng still failed to grasp the main points and could only continue to try to adapt using the methods provided by Su Yan. Drachmach and Su Yan has been continuously paying attention to Wang Zheng. ording to their expectations, with Wang Zhengs strength, he shouldve only needed to stay in the mech for around 10 hours or so before being able toplete the exercise. Following that, his performance would improve dramatically. However, unexpected circumstances always happened when one was not prepared for it. Not only did Wang Zhengs condition not improve, it was deteriorating as the adaptation training continued. Moreover, from the look of Wang Zheng, he did not seem too well, he seemed to be showing early symptoms of malnutrition. "Didnt sleep well? That doesnt sound right. ording to the results of his previous health checkup, even if he does not eat or sleep for three days and three nights, he should still be full of energy and vigor." Su Yan was mulling over the whole issue. Even though Wang Zheng was a person from Earth, for the IG this time around, there was no distinction between everyone, as this was rted to the great n of the Sr System. The sudden emergence of Wang Zheng as a new force to be reckoned with was actually a good thing. Even though each of them was still hiding their undisclosed strengths, for those with discerning eyes, they would be able to see that after Wang Zhengs strong emergence, Achilles, Lear, and Lie Xin had made improvements. And at their level, it was extremely rare to even make slight improvements. Drachmach was also surprised. The current state of Wang Zheng was kind of unusual. "Perhaps he is too anxious and too pressurised. If he is unable to adapt to the conventional method, maybe we can let him follow his own steps. If he is really unable to, then there is no choice as a leader has to be an all-rounder. It is out of the question for a leader to have any shorings." Themand to rest was given to Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan via theirmunicators. They were free to rest and do their own activities and to find their own ways to adapt. "We are being released?" Zhang Shan pulled his hair. Usually, after such amand was passed down, if there was still no improvement, it would be highly likely that they had been dropped. Wang Zheng took a deep breath. "Theres time for work and rest. Lets just rest for a bit first and head over there to see how their battle training is going." After two days, the initialputer AI simted battle training was no longer needed. The teams would randomly mix up and split into two teams, carrying out cooperative training. The two teams would also undergo battle training in all sorts of space environments underplex circumstances. What was going on now was a round of conventional space battles. The electro-optical simtion system was simting two fleets of equal strength having a battle in space. The numbers and strength of the spaceships and mecha controlled by theputer AI were on par, and the only thing that could determine the win or loss of this match was the small team of two mecha forcefully trying to collide with the opponent. This was not a simple battle, it was about tactics and strategy. It did not mean that both teams would have to go face to face and fight at close quarters right away, but rather it was about tactically maneuvering ones forces. This was the objective of the training, and it showcased ones ability to control and judge the overall situation. The focus was on three people: Achilles, Lear and Lie Xin. This time around, Lear and Lie Xin had been grouped together randomly. The two of them were clearly fighting over themand and control of the team. The previous time, when Achilles had a break through, it also intensified the wholepetition. On the other side, Achilles was also not having an easy time. No one was fighting with him formand, but the team members who he was supposed to givemands to were the Martians. As someone who was ustomed to the Eight Stars, it was obviously not so easy tomand the "odd tempered" Martians. However, the more the members were mixed up, the scarier Achilles seemed. In this round of battle, he did not attack at all. He was positioned at the back, being the overallmander,manding the Martians to run around for the various small battles. With regards to battle, the Martians would not dilly-dally just because themands came from Achilles, that was not their nature. And furthermore, this was rted to their results. Under Achillesmand, the bnce of the battle was leaning towards the side of the fleet he was in. It was just a small elite team of ten or so mecha. Normally, the role of such a fleet in a frontal battle was limited. However, Achilles had managed to do it. It was like he was nibbling away at the enemy. During crucial moments, he was always able to send the Martians to where they should be. This was a horrifying type of tactical control for the opponents. What Achilles had to calcte was not only the rapid changing battle situation, but also the amount of time needed for the Martians to rush to the respective positions and the myriad kinds of unexpected situations that could ur, including the obstructions from Lie Xin and Lears side. Achilles smiled faintly. Initially, Lie Xin and Lear were also onlymanding. However, under this situation, there was no choice but for them to attack as well. Yet Achilles still had not moved one bit. The Eight Stars of the Moon on the opposite side were also not messing around, they were fighting with their full strength. The people of the Moon were cautious yet arrogant. They always yed seriously, even if their opponent was their big boss Achilles. But even so, the oue did not change. The virtual fleet Achilles was in achieved overall victory. Overwhelmed mecha pilots all flocked up. The fleet on Lie Xin and Lears side was starting to get crushed. In such a situation, of the over ten mecha, no matter how strong one was, it would be impossible to continue on fighting. The only thing that was possible was to retreat. Boom... the simted battlefield scene slowly faded, revealing the original empty space. Wang Zheng, who was watching from the side, was fired up. He really wanted to join in the battle. Achilles was indeed awfully powerful. However, it was also not without ws. It was just that there were so many problems with the cooperation of Lie Xin and Lear that they failed to grasp the important opportunities for counter-attacks. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan both sent over the message: "How was it? Both of them shook their heads in response. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan did not know what else to say. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were alreadygging behind by a whole lot. They were unable to give them consoling words, and they also did not dare to voice out their anxious thoughts as adding oil to a fire would only make things worse. The battle training came to an end, and it was time for lunch. Everyone returned to the space station, but for Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan... they had no such n. Wang Zheng did not feel like eating, while Zhang Shan did not dare to eat. If he ate, he would vomit, so he might as well not eat and just inject nutritional supplements. The space stations restaurant had floor-to-ceilingndscape windows, and they were directly facing the training ground. At this moment, it could be seen that in the training ground, the two mecha of Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were floating and turning around slowly. Atos smiled faintly. "Wang Zheng is finished." Chapter 277: Can You Aim? Chapter 277: Can You Aim? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Actually, the threat from Wang Zheng had been pressing on the shoulders of everyone, especially Atos. The few times he had been embarrassed were all rted to Wang Zheng and Ares College. But now that he saw both Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan eating dirt, his entire being was happy and there was an indescribable delight within him. "It is still too early to make a judgment." Masasi shook his head. He just felt that it was not so simple. Milo also had the same premonition. However, what she felt about Wang Zheng had been bing less and less urate. From the type of flighty feeling that she was getting from Wang Zheng now, it was either that he really was just an average person or he had his ways to break away from her psychic powers. "We still have to be careful. There is no need for us to provoke a cornered beast." Atos did not express any opinion, he only gave a faint smile. At this moment, Zhang Runan passed by on the side walkway. Atos eyes lit up a little, then he purposely raised his voice and said, "Wang Zheng is finished, just like Ares College. When all those people with questionable backgrounds managed toe in, it was obvious their true identities would eventually show, and it would all be over for them at that point." Achilles took a faint look at Atos. Some time ago, Atos was having really bad luck, but in these two days, it looked as though his luck had improved. To him, whether his subordinate was as arrogant as Atos or someone who kept a low profile like Pi Xiaoxiu did not matter to him. What he valued most was strength and loyalty to him. Zhang Runan evidently heard the deliberate words of Atos. She stopped in her steps and turned, but she was looking at Achilles instead of Atos and told Achilles, "Watch your dog." Whoa, Atos face turned ruthless. However, at this moment, Achilles said, with cold eyes on Zhang Runans face, "What a pity for you. You didnt manage to seed in the past, and now nothing has changed." Zhang Runan turned and walked away expressionless, but her fist was already clenched white. To her, the issue that had happened in this past was a forbidden topic that was never to be mentioned. What Achilles said not only evoked her memories from the past, but at the same time it was also an attack. "Nothing has changed?" No, it was no longer the same! When Zhang Runan returned to her position, she turned her head to look at the training ground outside thendscape window. Both the mecha of Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were still moving slowly around in training. Meng Tian was also looking. She was as cold as her, not good at smiling nor speaking. After half a day, she only spoke one sentence: "They wille back." Zhang Runan nodded. Yes, they just needed to be given some time and then the results would definitely be different. Space station time, 23:48... Finally, Zhang Shan and Wang Zheng had both adapted to it. Zhang Shan looked at Wang Zheng. "Wang Zheng, are you okay? You look kind of pale." Wang Zheng shook his head. He felt fine and his energy level was normal, full of vigor and fighting strength. "I guess I was just not limated." "Really, you werest time." Zhang Shan shook his head. Su Yan appeared in front the both of them. "Are you guys ready? Lets first start with the training tests." They had to catch up with what they had missed, and it was only at this time that the training ground would be empty. Both Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan got into their space mecha, activated their mecha, passed through the tunnel, and entered the training ground. Boom boom boom... The electro-optical simtion system of the training ground once again simted a space shooting range, and it was the most basic shooting test. Zhang Shan was the first to rush out. He had held back for too long and had not been eating well for the past two days. He was finally not feeling that dizzy, and now it was the time for him to shine. Boom! The space mech was doing all the tactical moves, fast moving shots, and all the routines and methods which Zhang Shan had already simted in his head not less than a hundred times over and over again during his space mech training. Now all at once, he was able to let it all out. Boom boom boom, thesers were hitting the targets continuously. None of them were off target, and every shot was a bullseye. And not only that, the first target had even been hit twice in the same location! Even though he was not as good as Achilles, amongst all the people, Zhang Shans shooting uracy would allow him to safely enter the top ten. After all, he still had the bestprehension of space amongst them! Roar! Zhang Shan finished one round and was howling like a mad man inside his mech. All sorts of vulgaritiesing out of his mouth. F*ck! I seeded, I am indeed God! Anyone who is not convinced cane challenge me! Roar~ Yan Su was smiling in front of the surveince camera. Zhang Shan was a talent that was worth grooming. The Ability X of instantaneous discement, if ced out there in the entire gxy, was still a rare and powerful ability. If it was properly developed, he would definitely be the ace among the aces. But of course, the precondition would be that the boys temper needed to be polished. Self-confidence was a good thing, but if one went overboard, it would be a big problem. "Wang Zheng, lets begin." The virtual shooting range was updated and all the targets changed to new ones. It was Wang Zhengs turn. After the outstanding performance by Zhang Shan before him, Su Yan was even more looking forward to Wang Zhengs performance. At this moment... From the restaurant, several figures walked out. Even though it was bedtime, with the electro-optical simtion having such great action outside, it was impossible for anyone to not see it. Anyone would have guessed that Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan had both adapted and had started on their tests. Zhang Runan and Meng Tian came together. They were standing by the window and had seen Zhang Shans performance. Zhang Runan nodded her head. He finally looked like a man. Of course, she would only say this in her heart. Meng Tian also had a little smile. Now it was Wang Zhengs turn. They were all slightly nervous. No matter how well they had performed, their hearts still did not feel secure as Wang Zheng was the backbone of Ares College. At this moment, Lie Guang walked over. "Ah, Mountain Maiden was a little fierce I wonder how Wang Zheng will perform." This nickname was spreading very quickly and steadily; it would probably be hard for Zhang Shan to shed it. Wang Zhengs performance was sluggish. Atos had been so arrogant for the past two days that he was not even hiding his ferocious dog-like temperament anymore. By relying on Achilles and the fact that this was the home ground of the Moon, his mouth was full of barks and filthy noises. When Atos came in, it was just in time to see Zhang Shans result, and his expression changed slightly. Damn, this person had actually... However, no matter what Zhang Shan did, he was still not the main focus. The key was Wang Zheng. Raston also walked in unhurriedly. His face had azy smile. "Luckily, I have not fallen asleep yet; otherwise, I would have missed a great show." At this moment, it was when Wang Zhengs mech slowly flew onto the starting line of the shooting range. Boom! When the mech flew out, no one continued to speak. All eyes were following every single movement of the mech closely. It was very fast, and this was a speed with some restraint! Atos face was turning darker. Just at this moment, aser was fired towards a distant target. Boom, he had only barely grazed the target! When this number appeared on the target, Lie Guangs body shook and he had a big shock. Rastons mouth was also open, and he revealed a smile. "Wang Zheng... he really is an odd person, never ying in ordance tomon sense." Meng Tian rubbed her eyes. She was in disbelief. There was no change in Zhang Runans expression, but it was obvious from her eyes that she was a little shaken. Was it really the truth that Wang Zhengs weakness was space battle? In this era, the conventional space battle was usually the most important aspect of battle. Unless there was arge disparity in strength, battles would not happen on as surface. As a mech pilot, if he was unable to fight in space, it would mean that his achievements would be limited. Atos burst out inughter. "Hahaha. What pretense. Lady Luck is shining upon me, and this is the result." Theughter was kind of piercing to the ears, and it was clearly on purpose. He had his own considerations. On one hand, it was all the misunderstandings with Wang Zheng previously that had made him harbor such hatred towards him. On the other hand, if Wang Zheng was defeated due to such an unexpected factor, it would be good news for Achilles. Because for old rivals like Lie Xin and Lear, Achilles had long been familiar with how to deal with them. At this moment, those who hade to see Wang Zheng were no doubt all those who had been influenced by him before. Due to Wang Zhengs previous performances, those were the people who had approved and believed in him. At this moment, the mockingughter at Wang Zheng was equivalent to a heavy punch. It was a heavy blow to the reputation that Wang Zheng had painstakingly established. Just then, on the training ground, Wang Zheng slowed down his speed. In reality, he was the depressed one. It seemed no problem for him to drive the mech. However, he kept feeling that something was not right with his concentration, and it was obvious when it came to shooting. The shot had just grazed the outer ring... It was very bad, but Wang Zheng grudgingly forced a bitterugh because this sessful one-ring shot was by luck; otherwise, it would have been directly off-target. The second target, boom! This time, the mech speed was not fast, as he was going for stability. The target lit up. It did hit the target, but only it was only slightly inside! When the number appeared, theughter of Atos became even more piercing to the ears. "So urate, he can definitely achieve 100% uracy within one meter." Following that, Wang Zhengs performance could only be described as barely satisfactory. It was not easy for him to not miss the target, and his best target was still five rings away from the bullseye. Only Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were left, as most people had left halfway through. Su Yan, who was in front of the surveince camera, was touching his chin. He had no bias, but he was seriously thinking about Wang Zhengs condition. "Wang Zheng, go back and rest. Tomorrow you will be undergoing basic training on your own. Zhang Shan, get ready, tomorrow you will officially join in the main group for team training." Su Yan gave his finalmand and then shut the training ground down. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan went back to the dormitory. Even though Zhang Shan had entered the list for team training and was considered to have passed, he was feeling empty. Usually, he would not feel this way, but at this moment, he really felt that all along, Wang Zheng was the stabilizing force for everyone. Nothing ever seemed too hard for him. He assuaged everyones fears every time and performed to the best of his abilities. The dormitory here, even though it was luxurious, was still a shared dormitory with four people in one room. The other two roommates were Yuan Ye and Lie Guang. "You two are back?" Lie Guang gave a faint smile. Yuan Ye had also gone to the restaurant just now to watch the training. He congratted Zhang Shan and patted Wang Zhengs shoulder. "Dont give up, it is only a matter of time." Lie Guang also nodded his head. "I am waiting for you to help you eliminate Achilles. Right now, dont give any excuses. Tell us what the problem is." Wang Zheng gave a bitter smile. "I have no idea either. It just did not feel right. Maybe its just a problem with the rhythm of things." "Lets take it slowly, rx, and dont be anxious. Perhaps it will get better naturally." Lie Guang shook his head and gave two lines offorting words. This made his rtionship with Wang Zheng grow even closer. If the situation continued on like this, Wang Zheng would lose his right to fight for the position of leader. But with Wang Zhengs battle capabilities onnd, he would be a super support yer that would stun everyone in the gxy. Chapter 278: Even Robots have Friends Chapter 278: Even Robots have Friends Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas So far, it had been very hard for Lear and Achilles to tolerate Wang Zhengs existence. If Wang Zheng wanted to continue on IG and if he was not able to be the leader, Lie Xin would be the only choice he would side with. But actually, this was a good thing for them. Wang Zheng was not worried, all he needed to do was resolve this strange situation. However, the military side thought that this was a very serious matter, and to conduct a focused examination was indeed a little scary. Wang Zheng was once again a guinea pig. Each generation of the Wind God had immediately became the most popr mech in the Sr System after it was introduced. Its poprity was never before seen. Even without talking about the Wind Gods ability in killing off other mecha in a matter of seconds, it was actually for self-esteem purposes. The Wind God was the most popr mech on Earth right now. And as a person from Earth, even if you were a member of the Sr System Federation, one should still own a Wind God mech to show your support. This was also Solons business strategy, and the result had been remarkable. Since Solons eptance,pared to the same periodst year, their profits had already increased by fivefold. There werepetitions from many ces, and the poprity of the sale of the mech was impressive. It made the presidents of many other big regions jealous as Earth, who was known to be a barrennd, had an unexpected outburst of such astonishing strength. As the Wind God 1st Gen was a hot-seller, many yers who were good at the Wind God also appeared. Currently, the one from Earth who was best at it was Prince. Even though the Wind God did not seem too good initially, that did not cause Prince to cower. On the contrary, he put in painstaking work, and after suffering terribly, Prince eventually transformed. In the LPL professional league, he finally managed to show off the Wind God, and it also allowed Princes name to be known. All his suffering had been worth it. This also widened the mecha selection for Prince, as the War Emperor mech was often targeted when he was challenged. The performance of the Wind God 1st Gen overseas was also not too bad. On the others, in areas such as Arbiter and An, there were many expert yers who were even better at operating the Wind God. But after all the wild ttering by the media, everyone also realised that the winrate of using Wind God was actually not too high. Whats more, due to people gaining a better understanding of the Wind God, to win by making a surprising move was no longer possible. As it was also not as durable as other mecha, it had actually be cumbersome for certain direct battles between yers of equivalent skill. Who didnt want to show off? At the same time, there must also be a suitable environment and opponents for them to show off against. For some high-level yers, they paid particr attention to Wind God yers. Once they understood the unique characteristics of the mech, they woulde up with specific methods to counter the discement. If the one who used the Wind God became impetuous, it was possible for them to bring their whole team down. Gradually, all the yers became more rational. Most of them would choose the Wind God in cases ofplex terrains, and the effect was indeed better than that of most other mecha. Basically, the niche of the Wind God was to scout sudden attacks in unusual environments. Also, when using the Wind God, one must take the initiative in the early stages because if it dragged till theter stages of the battle, the situation would not be not so good. In current battles, the main attackers were still fighter-type mecha. These possessed a strong bnce of strengths and no obvious weaknesses. Hence, even if the Wind God was well loved by many yers, in professionalpetitions, they would not appear as often. Of course, this was with the exception of crazy enthusiasts like Prince. Thetest addition to the Wind Gods abilities attracted great interest from the military. Their interest actually didnt originate from the technology powering the Wind God itself, but how much this ability would help when it came to actual battles. Currently, ording to the data that had been collected in CT, the reactions were quitemon. The energy shield was too weak, and its sustainability was also poor. When it came to energy shields, more was always better. The reason why it was being sought after in the mecha world was due to the design capabilities of Ye Zisu. This new ability did not create any extra burden for the mech, but rather it made the best use of the situation. No matter what, it was still an additional ability. Prince and Hammer were really serious in studying this ability. It felt like it would only be used under extreme circumstances, and it also required the cooperation of team members. CT Sr System Headquarters, the Presidents office. Solon put down his phone. It had been peaceful for quite a while, but eventually the storm came. Presently, besides the Sr System, An was the one who admired the Wind God mech the most. This was no doubt due to the philosophy of An, where they were willing to learn from the strong points of others and eventually use it for themselves. The philosophy of the Wind God was definitely different from that of other mecha. It has to be said that with Ans acknowledgement, be it in the CT circle or OMG business events, it allowed this model to gain recognition and be of extreme importance. However, with pros there would also be cons, and Ans acknowledgment brought about different noises. The Federal Republic of Mansuo, one of the ten permanent members of the Milky Way Alliance, was also the greatest enemy of An in the Milky Way Alliance. The conflict that stemmed from the territorial disputes between Mansuo and An also involved a few important minerals. There were small disputes ongoing for the past few years, and they had only quietened down in the recent years, but the contests had been shifted over to the economic and political fields. As a result of An casting a symbol of peace to the Sr System Federation, the rtionship between Mansuo and the Sr System Federation was in a sensitive phase. Of course, such international affairs were rted to Solon, and the call just now was from Mansuos CT regions President Dita. It was simple and clear, a friendly match, which they said was for them to see the level of the Wind God mech. From a macro level perspective, Earth was totally not a well-matched rival for them at all. This was evident from the results of the professional teams. This could count as a negative consequence that came from the acknowledgement of An. The more An acknowledged them, the more they would be shamed, until they were deemed worthless. It was tantamount to saying that An had poor foresight . Essentially, Ans image would be tarnished as thes they supported were weak and pathetic. Should he then ept or reject this opportunity? Solon did not give an answer immediately. He said he would have to look at the team members intentions and time scheduling. Ditas reply was with contempt. Solon had been through such situations too many times, and those big countries, all of which were superior, looked down on others. They were obviouslying to make a fool out of you, yet they still made it seem as though you should feel honored. Because if it were not for this, they would not even have looked over at your side or bothered with you. The Wind God mech was undoubtedly good, but Mansuo did not even care about it, because they had their own S-level mecha, and the Wind God was just being overly ttered. In fact, Solon had done his assessment. Mansuo had a series of Mad Knife mecha. Speaking from their functions, they would totally counter the Wind God. After serious consideration, Solon decided to reject it. If the battle were to happen, it would definitely be an absolute tragedy. As for the reason, there were many, and he would probably just find one to deal with it. However, sometimes, it did not mean that one would be able to reject it if they wanted to. Dita let out a cold snort on the other end of the line. "Solon, this is an open tform. When I informed you, it was to let you make preparations, to keep you froming up with excuses when you lose. I was not really asking whether you would be willing or not!" "Mr Dita, this is an office. What are you trying to do?" Solon was trying his best to remain calm. A mockingughter came from the opposite side. "I know what you are thinking, and you should also know why are we doing this. But none of this is important. I will give you three days to find people; otherwise, you all can just wait to be butchered." After he finished, the Skylink came to a dead tone. The other partys arrogance had reached the point where it would make ones hair stand up in anger. Despite always doing meditation, Solon was also half fired up. The Earth region was no longer a region. This was definitely a situation where one could not escape responsibility for their actions. They could not ask An for help at this time, they could only rely on themselves. He knew that the opponent would be capable of doing what they said they would. Once they were oppressed, the region of Mansuo would definitely be bustling with noise and excitement for a period of time. It was like killing two birds with one stone. However, for the oppressed party, it would be a totally different situation. This was the rule of the game where the weak was prey to the strong. Solon had to start making preparations. Solon was in trouble, but Wang Zhengs troubles were also not small. Suddenly losing his uracy, this type of illness was rarely seen. There was a sickness known as Hawkins Comprehensive Disorder Syndrome which was known to cause something like this to happen. But how did such an illnesse about in Wang Zhengs case? The most crucial thing was that it did not appear at all during the first stage of tests, so why was it that such a problem only urred after he started piloting mecha? The military side was also very concerned as Wang Zheng was the first to advance to the next round. After a series of precise tests, the doctors result was that there was no problem at all. If he was to say there was a problem, it would be that his vitality was too exuberant. Wang Zheng was stunned. There was no way this was also considered a problem. Finally, the psychiatrist gave an answer. Perhaps Wang Zheng was overly stressed, his mind was too tense, thus it resulted it in a deviation of performance. It would be alright as long as he rxed. Drachmach was speechless after looking at the test results. ording to Meng Aos report, Wang Zheng had already be one of their important candidates. He was an integral part of the team, and he would have to be groomed regardless, but it turned out that the reason was that he was overly stressed? Rx. How could he rx? And for the way of thinking of the people of the Moon, rxing meant to rx. For the second time, Wang Zheng was sent to Paradise Ind. He even took a private ne there as Su Yan had let Wang Zheng go. "Just dont think about anything, y as much as you like for three days, and after three days, I wille and fetch you." In the end, even Su Yan himself was shaking his head. What the hell was happening? This young fellow was defying the natural order of things. What kind of treatment was this? This was the most ridiculous thing that had ever happened ever since the IG selection started! Overly stressed? Going to the Paradise Ind to rx? To hell with it! Just because he got one vote, it was already unbearable for him. He was not even the official leader yet. Sometimes he really had no idea what the generals were thinking. Some said that some big shot had spoken. But it was very weird. What big shot had such great honor that even the generals would do such a thing at such an inappropriate time? Looking at the departing spaceship, Wang Zheng also did not know whether tough or cry. What was going on? He was sure that this was not a problem due to stress, nor the problem of not adapting to the weightlessness situation. It was definitely something within him that was the problem. Wang Zheng stayed in a hotel, lying on a bed. Outside of Paradise was a beach filled with sunlight and a blue sky. And when he opened the windows, there was a mild breeze with a fruity smell. It gets asfortable as he wanted it to be. However, Wang Zhengs mood was not so rxed. To be exact, he shouldve been undergoing special training right now, so why was he being sent to this ce? Where was the problem exactly!? There was nothing wrong with his skill, nothing wrong with his body. Maybe it was an aftermath effect from using Ability Xst time? But it did not seem like it. Howe there was always a slight deviation when he made an attack? This was really too weird. Suddenly, Wang Zheng thought of a weird question. Where was Bonehead? Why had he be so well-behaved recently? Wang Zheng removed his top to reveal his Rubiks Cube tattoo on his chest. His spiritual strength slowly prated it and the Rubiks Cube started emitting a faint light. A handsome skeletal robot appeared, and just as Wang Zheng was about to speak... Damn, just what is that thing? Right behind the skeletal robot, there was a dark and swarthy cube that crawled out wobbling. This... Generally speaking, Boneheads body was still constructed with high-end materials. However, this ck cube looked like a ten-thousand-year-old antique. Dont tell me he was Boneheads good friend? However, once it appeared, the two robots started confronting one another. It seemed like they were enemies rather than good friends. Well... what a passionate punch! The two robots were quite on par with each other when it came to fighting. It was their fight that had disrupted Wang Zhengs training! Chapter 279: Room Service Chapter 279: Room Service Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas No wonder he kept feeling like something was off. Theyd been tormenting him. Itd be odd if he felt normal. But the weird thing about it was that Wang Zheng did not sense any malicious intent from the charcoal ck robot. He wasnt sure if being the onlooker allowed him to see things clearly, but he felt as if the two robots had a simr air around them. ... did robots have an aura around them? Regardless, he was still on somewhat good terms with Bonehead and thus he wanted to stop them from fighting. The instant Wang Zheng touched Bonehead in an attempt to separate the two, it was as though hed been electrocuted. The charcoal ck robot shed and the two machines disappeared together, locked in an embrace. And the Rubiks Cube mark on Wang Zhengs chest turned dim... What was going on? Wang Zheng rubbed it. Bonehead seemed to be at a high level, so how did that ck thing trap him when their strengths and abilities did not seem to be far apart? After calling out countless times and not getting any response, Wang Zhengid on the bed, arms and legs spread wide open, and suddenly... the mental disorientation he felt was gone. Wang Zheng concentrated. It was real! The thing that had been making him feel disoriented was no longer there. He had a stomach full of questions but nobody to ask them to. More importantly, the Rubiks Cube no longer listened to him, and there was no use no matter how he called. For some reason, the scene from the Norton Star came to Wang Zhengs mind. That person seemed affable, and it didnt seem like he would do any harm. This was even more true for Bonehead. Bonehead wanted to help him be stronger. How did these two energiese into conflict? What was the connection between them? And most importantly, it was okay that they fought, but couldnt they have kept others out of harms way? He was in the most crucial phase of working things out. Falling out at this time would be alright if it happened just once. But if things got out of hand, the army mightve disqualified him, and all the work that had been put in would go to waste. No matter what, the tricky problem he had in front of him was now resolved. It all came and went suddenly. After opening the windows and looking out at the beautiful scenery, Wang Zheng felt lost. There were many things he wanted to talk to someone about, but he suddenly realised that there really wasnt anybody out there. Just then, he heard knocks on the door. "Sir? Room service," said a girls sweet voice. Wang Zheng hesitated. ... the army had provided such aplete service? He had heard Tyrant Su brag about Paradise Ind in the past, about how the most beautiful scene was not the scenery, but the girls. "Ah? I didnt call for room service," answered Wang Zheng. "Sir, this is Paradise Ind. There are surprises around every corner, and everything is possible." The person outside did not relent. The voice sounded rather familiar, but... Wang Zheng opened the door to a figure he had not seen in a long time. A light fragrance came at him, and a girl threw herself into his arms. GOD! It was Aina! Was he dreaming? Embracing the girls tender and soft body, Wang Zheng could feel that it was real. "Xiao Shi, is it really you? Am I confused again?" Could it be that the two robots fight had confounded him so much so that he was hallucinating? Ainas eyes shone brightly. Sometimes, all that was really needed was courage. Once she had her mind made up, the world became a different ce. All that stuff, such as her responsibility as a member of the royal family, became unimportant, and her world was now filled with colors. Rules were dead, humans were not! "Ahem. Attention, attention. There is a minor around here." Another figure appeared from the side. Lin Huiyin separated the two of them without hesitation and entered the room. "The army is a real miser, arranging such a small room for you, and with such poor views," Huiyin said, sizing the room up. Wang Zheng smiled. The room was huge. And as for views, this was paradisepared to training. "Why are you here?" Wang Zheng asked, holding Ainas hands. The two of them looked lovingly into each others eyes. "I cant stand the two of you. Hey, theres a living person standing right here, okay? Do I have to give you ten minutes to look at each other?" Lin Huiyin said coyly, stamping her feet. "Sure, Student Huiyin." Wang Zheng did not care about this little gooseberry. Aina smiled and said, "This trips all thanks to her. I snuck out. Shes holding a concert on the Moon." "Not just that. I asked Ang to call the army to make arrangements," Lin Huiyin said proudly. It wasnt appropriate for Aina to be directly involved in these things, and Lin Huiyin had a lot more freedom. So that was it. No wonder Drachmach had acted weirdly. Even if he needed rest, there was no need to send him all the way here. It seemed like the Sr System Federation had intentions of building a stronger alliance with An too. "I know, I know, youre the best!" Aina said, locking her fingers with Wang Zhengs. "Enough, enough! Youre too mushy! Ill give you ten minutes to pour your hearts out. Ill wait outside. Well go for a swim in a bit. Enjoy ourselves since were here anyway." Student Huiyin was happy as long as she could y. She didnt like attending sses, especially in school. Of course, when she was out, there would be royal tutors around to tutor her. It was less stressful that way too. More importantly, Lin Huiyin didnt like the strict and rigid atmosphere in the royal school. People either showed their admiration and envy or were overly courteous when they saw her. It was as if they were all made-to-order. The Sr System was more fun and interesting. After Lin Huiyin left, Wang Zheng took Aina into his arms right away and gave her a really long kiss. This supremely beautiful girl was his. Aina was passive at first, and then slowly, she kissed him back. She was shy and felt strange about it, but that only made Wang Zheng desire her more. Only when he embraced Aina tightly could he feel that it was real. Sometimes even Wang Zheng himself wondered if their meeting was just a dream. Time had stopped for this young couple. Lin Huiyin didnt really give them ten minutes. Thess had cheerfully went on to pick out a swimsuit, with Ang following her every step of the way. She was one of Lin Huiyins people and was to live and die for the Princess. But with regards to Princess Ainas dangerous actions, she had her reservations. She didnt want Her Royal Highness Huiyin to be overly involved in this matter. Too bad though, her protests were of no use, and instead, she became an aplice herself. Little girls were not rational enough and were often blinded by love. Such confusing feelings were immature, and there was often a price to pay. All this while, Ang was admissible that Aina was more suitable to rule the country. She had done a good job so far and was cool-headed. This was a prerequisite for being Queen. But looking at the situation now, it seemed like the rebellious Huiyin was way better than Aina in this aspect. The Princess was ying with fire. The scenery differed because of thepany. Ainas presence made Paradise Ind a true paradise, while poor Zhang Shan and the rest were stuck in intense training as he enjoyed his vacation. Wang Zheng learned from Aina that they really had to thank Huiyin. If not for Huiyin covering up, it would have been difficult for Aina toe out. Of course, internally, Her Royal Highness Princess was "diligently studying history." Most importantly, Huiyin had indeed reminded Aina that she should not miss out on the best of times. There wasnt anything much for Wang Zheng to change into. A pair ofrge underpants would do. But the two girls were having a hard time. Was there a need for that? It had been half an hour. Finally, the doors opened. The bored Student Wang Zheng turned around and almost had a nosebleed. Two beauties, one older and one younger. Aina was wearing a light blue swimsuit. Of course, bikinis were not appropriate for the An Princess, and it was more conservatively styled. But that snow white skin looked stunning under the sun. Aina looked at Wang Zheng, unreserved. Wang Zhengs stunned reaction made her feel very pleased. "Do I look nice?" Wang Zheng shook his head helplessly. "I regret it now." Aina and Huiyin looked at each other. Is it not nice? Wang Zheng waved his hand and said, "Your beauty cant be described with the word nice. Forget it, were not going out anymore. Id suffer losses if others saw you." "Tsk. No wonder people say Earthlings are petty. Ive booked the whole ce, dummy!" Lin Huiyin pouted. Wang Zhengughed. He was only expressing how he felt, and thisss had taken it for real. "Lets go, Ill show you my unparalleled swimming skills." Wang Zheng chuckled. "Hey, didnt you forget something?" Lin Huiyin asked. "Ah?" Wang Zheng and Aina were both confused. "You didntpliment me! Dont I look good?" Huiyin had donned a pink little swimwear with a golden bow. It was indeed super adorable. To the extent that others couldnt be able to help but give her a pinch. Too bad some people were so "fervently in love" that they had overlooked her. "My God. How could I? Your Royal Highness Huiyins beauty has made me forget my status," said Wang Zheng. "Tsk. Sweet nothings. Forget it. I shall be magnanimous and not hold you to this." Then... Lin Huiyin walked in the middle, holding one on each side, coldly separating Wang Zheng and Aina. Wang Zheng looked at Aina bitterly. Why did she bring this gooseberry along? Didnt she have a concert to prepare for? Aina gave a consoling look. Prioritising men over her sister was not a nice thing to do. "Wang Zheng, I want to have ice cream! Honeydew vored, coconut vored, and..." Wang Zheng was getting ready to have some fun with Aina in the water when their benefactor started making all sorts of requests. Student Wang could only wait upon her. There were lots of exciting things on Paradise Inds water amusement park. Wang Zheng hadnt had so much fun in a very, very long time. Aina and Lin Huiyin had clearly learned how to swim from a very young age, their movements graceful and elegant. "I want to go on the water slides!" More than ten meters high, with all sorts of spins and turns, the slides were not suitable for young children. But Lin Huiyin was persistent. She had to give it a go no matter what. "Wang Zheng, look after her, she gets wild." Left with no choice, Wang Zheng had to watch after Lin Huiyin. He thought she was a quiet little girl, but here she was, bubbly and active. "Hurry, hurry! What a coward!" Lin Huiyinined. Student Wang rubbed his nose. This had nothing to do with courage. "Huiyin, be careful. Maintain that posture or youll get hurt." She was just too bubbly. Lin Huiyin waved to Aina at the bottom, signaling that she was going to jump. Then, all of a sudden, she turned and pulled Wang Zheng. The two of them tumbled down together. Lin Huiyins cheerfullyughed on their way down. It wasnt fast at first, but it was quickly followed by a few twirls. She had be one with the water, flowing and moving non stop. All worries were thrown out of the windows. A few spins and turnster, the two of them made a final ten meter rush and fell right into the pool. Huiyin made a beautiful mermaid-like move and was confident and at ease. Student Wang fell straight in, butt first. Throughout the whole process, Lin Huiyin had been tugging and pulling at him from all corners. Huiyin was exhrated, but he was in quite a pitiful state. Chapter 280: Fortunate Chapter 280: Fortunate Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Aina giggled non-stop while standing by the pool. Wang Zheng leapt out from the water and dragged Aina down. They were just about to whisper something to each other when Huiyin popped back out. "Lets go y at the high diving pool! Wang Zheng, youre so good at jumping that you can even jump from buildings, so youll be even better at jumping into the water!" Wang Zheng was stunned for a second. Your Royal Highness Princess, I have no wish to jump from buildings, nor do I want to jump into the waters. I just want the two of us to spend some time alone. But Lin Huiyin didnt allow for anything to be said and dragged the two of them along. Aina clearly doted on this sister very, very much. Even though she came from the royal family, she didnt have many siblings of her own, and An held kinship in high regards. Sunshine and beauties. This was definitely one of his happiest days. If Her Royal Highness Huiyin could be a tad more sensitive, itd have been even better. Despite this, Wang Zheng felt as if he had been given a new lease of life. Aina was really here! After a whole day of fun, at night, Huiyin wanted to bunk with Aina, ruining Wang Zhengs secret ns. He... really wanted to threaten little Huiyin, but after weighing the pros and cons, he figured it was great that she hadnt tried to ckmail him. So he decided to give up. Lying on his bed, enjoying the breeze and looking at the night sky, Wang Zheng felt extra peaceful. He could hear giggling sounds in the distance. He wondered what Aina and Huiyin were talking about, though he knew it was definitely something rted to him. When he closed his eyes, his mind would be filled with Ainas graceful figure and beauty. How could he sleep? Wang Zheng tossed and turned. He was a passionate young man and this was tormenting him. He didnt feel it normally, but this was exceptionally hard to bear. Especially when Rich Man Su from time to time had bragged about these things to him. Wang Zheng was an ordinary man too. The situation between them was like dried wood in a zing fire. But no matter how hot things were between them, there was no use with a wall in between. After much tossing and turning, Wang Zheng finally felt sleepy when a ck face appeared right in front of him. So huge! Wang Zheng jumped almost instantly ... damn! It was that ck Charcoal Head robot that was tangled up in a fight with Bonehead. How did hee out? There wasnt even a sound. Where was Bonehead? Was he killed? But no matter what, Bonehead seemed like a more advanced robot. The robot stared nkly at Wang Zheng. It looked silly. "Why do you guys always appear in such a way? Could you say something before youe out next time?" said Wang Zheng. The other party didnt seem to have any ill intent, and they tried calling out for Bonehead. There was no response. No way! Could he really have been done for? "Yes, Master. I am Charcoal, not ck Charcoal Head," Charcoal said in all seriousness. ".... ck Charcoal Head, wheres Bonehead? What happened? Where did youe from? I dont think I know you." "Youre my second master. Ive been asked by my first master to wait for you." Wang Zheng was betweenughter and tears. When had he be so popr? "Where is Bonehead?" "He is doing fine. After our discussion, he chose to enter his sleep mode. He has decided not to interfere temporarily. His training does not suit your current physical state and has caused some deviation that will affect you in the future. It needs adjustments," Charcoal said expressionlessly. .... rolling about in an embrace was the way robotsmunicated? "Who was your first master? How good was he? Seems cocky. And what do you people do exactly? You appear as you wish and never ask if Im willing to have you." "My first masters name is Wang Dong. Cocky... what does that mean?" Wang Zheng and Charcoal stared at each other. Big dummy ring at little dummy. What level of intelligence was this? The world was bing a weird ce. "Ahem. Bonehead is my friend. Can you ask him toe out?" asked Wang Zheng. Charcoal shook his head. "Master will automatically wake up when your body is able to take it. Otherwise, when the Law of the Cosmos finds out about you, you will either face serious problems or even be obliterated by thew." Wang Zheng rolled his eyes and looked up at the ceiling. Damn. Trying to use thews to frighten him? Did it think he was an idiot? He was Old Merchants disciple, a master of physics. "Charcoal Head, lets strike a deal. You let Bonehead out, then we discuss the problem about the Law of the Cosmos. Im actually really great. The Laws of the Cosmos wont be able to do anything to me." Wang Zheng felt as if this ck Charcoal Head had extremely low intelligence and tried tricking it first. "Master, I am Charcoal, not Charcoal Head. The Laws of the Cosmos almost wiped out all of humanityst time. Humanity was only spared after damage was done to a few centuries worth of technology. Given your current abilities, you are not strong enough to break thews." To think a squarish, expressionless robot was actually pretty stubborn. "Heh. How far away am I from achieving the point where I can break thesews and be almighty?" Wang Zheng was very confident of himself and he felt that he was not too far off from that point... "Youll be about there when you are able to move freely between parallel nes of space." Charcoal said seriously. Wang Zheng gaped. Move freely within the nes of space? You think your boss here is a novelist? "Is there no other way?" "No. If you dont, it will bring great cmity," Charcoal said earnestly. "Furthermore, your moves require minor adjustments. The practice of the Five Elements, Earth, Ocean, Fire, Wind, and Space provides infinite power; however, you would only go down the path of destruction against the current Laws of the Cosmos if you were to sh against them. You need to turn them into Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth, the Cycle of Five Phases." Wang Zheng was stunned. What cycle, what elements? Meeting Bonehead was already weird. Now someone even weirder hade along, and he was talking as if he was really great. His Primordial Regression Technique was working fine. Changing what he knew would make him go crazy. "Can we do it another way?" Wang Zheng asked weakly. When it came tomunicating with non-living things like these, there often wasnt any room for discussion anyway. Surprisingly, Charcoal nodded. "You can choose not to, but you will have to be stripped of all your progress and start all over again." Wang Zheng stared nkly. Do what you deem fit. Elder brother here was unperturbed at Charcoals words... "Well, can we do that another time? Now..." Wang Zheng had not finished his sentence when his vision went dark. Damn, why were these robots always so unreasonable? Cant he just let elder brother here finish!? The entire adjustment process was a forced adjustment procedure to change the Primordial Regression Techniques path and flow. As the adjustment urred, the differences were exined in a voice which was gentle yet full of vigor. Wang Zheng knew it was Wang Dongs voice by instinct. Just who was he really? What level did he attain? He should have be dust long before now. How was he still helping him? The Earth, Ocean, Fire, Wind, and Space was a powerful way of training that drastically improved strength. However, in every universe, or rather, every parallel space, there was a fixed, stable set ofws. Different spaces had differentws, and once a force broke aw, the Laws of the Cosmos would resist, just like how a bodys antibodies would react to a foreign threat! In this case, either the force that had broken thews got destroyed, or the universe would go into chaos. It could affect as much as the entirety of space, or as little as a. For instance, earthquakes and tsunamis were ways whichs healed. It was the same for the universe, but in a way which humans still could not understand. The Cycle of the Five Elements could disguise this force, and even if someday the force became overpowering, it would still have a certain chance of getting past thews. This was not a problem that could be tackled head on. There was no winning or losing, and it had to be transcended or it would bring about catastrophe. The other party seemed to have plenty to share, but by the time Wang Zheng woke up, he appeared to have retained only a bit. Wang Zheng checked his physical condition... he hadnt lost his chastity, nor did any of his limbs go missing. It was just that the Primordial Regression Technique.... Wang Zheng was stumped. The Primordial Regression Technique mightve still been the Primordial Regression Technique, but it had taken on a weird form. It resisted itself and yet connected with itself. It couldnt do with less, but more was not good either. It could be very strong, but it could also be reduced to null. What an odd state. Wang Zheng went into meditation in an attempt to get used to this weird state he was in. The side effects.... were yet to be discovered. In the Rubiks Cube space, Charcoal Head and Bonehead sat across each other, staring down. Although Wang Zhengs () name had the word "Zheng()", which meant "to fight", when faced with such a scene, he knew that there was no useining. The two robots represented two different forces and did whatever they liked. As long as they didnt use his body for experiments all the time, he was alright with it. He was still very young, very naive, and a virgin. Even though Wang Zheng was always calm and always unafraid of the heavens and the earth, he felt slightly fearful this time. He now had something to care for, desires, and things he wanted to do. As for principles, arguments, responsibilities and so on, he didnt mind doing things within his capabilities. However, itd be better not to expect too much out of him, for he only wanted to live happily. It would be best if those two could remain like that forever and not harass him anymore. Looking the two of them, it looked as if they were quite passionate. Wang Zhengs mind and soul exited the Rubiks Cube. The world around him had be slightly different. It was not the feeling of rity after waking up from a slumber. He couldnt pin down what was different, but some things had definitely undergone some changes unknowingly. "Get up, Wang Zheng! The suns shining on your ass!" A loud, rapturous knocking sound came from the door, totally udylike. Wang Zheng patted his head and put all those weird things to the back of his mind. "Your Highness, could you behave a little moredylike?" "Little Zhengzi, stop dilly dallying! Your sister, me, has cooked personally. If you donte out now, Ill eat all of it!" Huiyin mmed open the doors and popped her head in. Little... Zhengzi.... why did it sound like some ancient upation that was lost on Earth a long, long time ago? Wang Zheng shivered. "Huiyin, how did you open the door?" "Are you stupid? I used a key. Get up, quickly. What an average figure, nothing to see." He was not sure when the Princess Her Royal Highness had begun to attack him for her own enjoyment. The way she looked at him was as though he was a furry soft toy. Even though it was just a meal, Aina and Wang Zheng would still cast amorous nces at each other. Huiyin, however, talked non-stop about her own stories and hertest single. The thing is, Wang Zheng had been busy training and didnt have time to listen to songs. This displeased Her Royal Highness Huiyin. Wang Zheng had neglected the existence of a prominent figure like her, so she wanted to ruin things. She wanted to be the bad guy. Wang Zheng and Aina quickly hoaxed this little princess. It only ended when Wang Zheng promised to buy a present for Huiyin as an apology. Student Wang was in bliss. Princess Aina apanied him for meals while Princess Huiyin sang her new single. He got to enjoy all this alone. It was too much. Compared to this, the other kids who were in training were not so fortunate, although most of them believed that Wang Zheng was definitely depressed and pitiful. Going through such significant ups and downs would be a huge blow to anybody. Moreover, Wang Zheng was a small character. It was surely very painful for him to suddenly fall off. Because of that, Atos was in a particrly good mood and was training extra hard. Furthermore, they were on the Moons turf, so he acted as if they were invincible. If they knew about the life Wang Zheng was living, theyd all probably go berserk. Chapter 281: Wall-crashing Rabbit Chapter 281: Wall-crashing Rabbit Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng was a little worried about the training situation, but Huiyin had dispelled his worries. It had all been arranged. Her reputation was credible enough for three days of rest. Plus, if he failed after being away for so little time, his capabilities would be way too weak. When he heard Huiyin say that, Wang Zheng didnt know whether tough or to cry. After putting on their disguises, the three of them spent the entire day touring Paradise Ind. More urately, the three of them with Ang hiding in the shadows. Wang Zheng gave Lin Huiyin a soft rabbit toy. It had an exceptionally long body, like a cylinder. It could function as a pillow. "What do you girls think this looks like?" Wang Zheng suddenly asked, giggling. "A cute rabbit," answered Lin Huiyin, happily hugging the huge rabbit. "Its not meant to be hugged this way. Here, look," Wang Zheng flipped the rabbit over and made a heroic pose. "See, doesnt this guy look like the wall-hitting rabbit? Every time I see its head, I want to bang it against the wall." Huiyin snatched the toy back. "Hmph. Bad person. Dont you dare bully my rabbit." Wang Zheng and Aina held hands, fingers interlocked. This was the only way to reflect the emotions theyd been trying hard to suppress. The three of them spent the whole day sightseeing on Paradise Ind. It wasnt peak season on Paradise Ind, but it was indeed one of the most well known ces of interest in the Sr System. It was nothing to Aina and Lin Huiyin. It was, at best, a different style in a foreignnd. But the main point of their trip wasnt the scenery, it was thepany. Ang brought along some men and tried to minimize the distractions for the three of them. Inside, she felt speechless at how confident this guy was. She was well aware of how promising, young An men got tongue-tied in front of these two princesses. Yet this guy dared to tease the princesses! Was this one of the benefits of Earthlings overconfidence? Time passed quickly when they were having fun. After Huiyin pestered him to, Wang Zheng could only return to his own room. He didnt get to spend time alone with Aina. Moreover, he could sense the distance and coldness deep down in Angs eyes. It was clear she didnt want him to affect the two princesses. Wang Zheng had not actually asked for anything. This rtionship itself was bliss. It was not that Wang Zheng was enlightened or anything, butpared to himself, he hoped more for Aina to be happy. When alone, Wang Zheng worked on the revised Primordial Regression Technique. He was no longer considered a newbie, and even though it was a little awkward a first, after a full day, he realized that it was indeed different from the original one. As it turned out, even though operating the Primordial Regression Technique brought about strength, it also gave the urge to act out in violence. The new Primordial Regression Technique felt much better. It seemed like beauty was indeed skin deep. The same went for robots. It looked like the terrifying Student Skeleton had been convinced by ck Charcoal Head. There were two mysterious characters involved in this - Li Feng and Wang Dong. if they had such awesome pets, no matter who these two people were, they must have been extremely powerful. But it appeared that both of them saw something in him, or shared some kind of fate with him. Who was the better of the two? Wang Zheng was getting ready to go to bed at the end of the cyclic day when he heard soft footsteps. He was stunned for a short moment, and then, immediately, jumped out of the bed. He opened the doors and, with one hand, swooped the gentle figure standing in the doorway into his arms. He closed the doors and then the two of them looked into each others eyes. Wang Zheng carried Aina in his arms. That bit of weight was nothing to Wang Zheng. A young couple madly in love, the two of them could only wish to spend every single second of their days together, be it the non-human Wang Zheng or Her Royal Highness. The two of them were just ordinary people in this aspect. It was obvious that Wang Zheng was not satisfied with having someone between them. Before long, his tongue was pressed against Ainas pearly white teeth. Her sweet little tongue had tried to avoid it but was eventually swept up and intertwined with his. While Wang Zheng thoroughly enjoyed the Princess sweetness, his big, rough hands kept themselves busy too. They were already up inside Ainas clothes. As soft as silk and smoother than milk. It was as if Ainas body had been drained of all energy and allowed Wang Zheng to do anything he wanted. Wang Zheng felt as if he was going to burst. Aina had obviously made a decision, and Wang Zheng really could not take it anymore. He put Aina on the bed. He was going to enjoy the worlds most beautiful princess and make her his woman. Aina bit her lips, evidently nervous. This, for her, was clearly a very significant event. The Princess of An could not lose her chastity, or it would be a ugliest scandal for the royal family. It was Ans traditions and pride, and also a way in which Aina wanted to make the royal family acknowledge it - even if it was discovered, it would be toote to stop them. Of course, it was most important that Aina was willing to do this. Looking at the angelic, naked body, Wang Zheng burned with desire while his heart was moved. He gently held those soft, vulnerable, silky breasts, and lightly pressed on the little red dots. Aina trembled. Her snow white skin glowed with ayer of light pink. Wang Zheng didnt want to rush into it. He wanted to have Ainapletely. His hands continued downwards, and Aina quickly stopped them. It was an instinctive reaction. Wang Zheng slowly removed Ainas hands. Aina kept her eyes shut tightly. Wang Zheng suddenly stopped and gently kissed Aina on her lips and cheeks. "My princess, Your Royal Highness, please open your eyes." Aina bit her lips and asked weakly, "Can I keep them closed?" "Of course not." Aina slowly opened her eyes. Those brilliant eyes were so beautiful under the moonlight. Wang Zheng thanked the heavens in his heart. This was the greatest gift in his life. Alright, thats it. Even if the sky copsed, it was something to worry about in the future. Just as Wang Zheng was about to go for it, there was a knock on the door. "Wang Zheng, Sister is missing, can you look for her with me? I cant fall asleep alone." Wang Zheng and Aina looked at each other. This...was the universes single, greatest lightbulb. The two of them hurriedly put on their clothes, and in the process, crashed into each other by ident. They couldnt help but giggle. "I dont know, I waited for her to fall asleep beforeing out. Its your fault!" Aina said softly. Wang Zheng put his clothes on faster and gave Aina a hand. He kissed Aina and said, "My Princess Xiao Shi is the best." How could he not know that Aina had put in a lot of effort ining to see him? Even if Aina hadnte to see him, he wouldnt me her. There were many things in this world that didnt have an ending. The door opened. Huiyin, carrying her wall-crashing rabbit, looked at the two of them sleepily. "Ah? Sister, why are you here? Are you secretly ying games?" "Huiyin,e in." Aina pulled Lin Huiyin into the room and closed the door. "Actually, I came to check on a secret." Aina was suddenly hit by an idea. "Secret? I love secrets!" Upon hearing that there was something fun, Huiyins interest was piqued and she forgot about what she wanted to ask before. "Do you want to know who Skeleton is?" Aina said. "Skeleton? What Skeleton? Is it the one whos really good?" Lin Huiyin got excited. Anything that gave her musical inspiration also left asting impression on her. Aina nced at Wang Zheng, and Wang Zheng nodded. It wasnt a big deal anyway. "He seems far in the horizon, but hes actually right in front of you," Aina said, smiling. "No need to admire. Im just a legend," Wang Zheng bragged. Lin Huiyin jumped right up. Thankfully, Aina had caught her in her arms. The scene of two beauties embracing each other made Wang Zheng understand and not have contempt for those brothers whod have nosebleeds. It was indeed brutal. "Oh... thats a secret. I know. I wont tell anybody. Even Ang said you were awesome." The beautiful night had been callously ruined and put to an end by the evil Princess Huiyin. Aina and Huiyin slept on the bed, while Wang Zheng and the rabbit slept on the couch. Man and rabbit were staring down at each other. This... is torturous! He wanted to hit his head against a wall too. What did it feel like, sleeping with two beauties - or rather, a big beauty and a big beauty-to-be - in a room? Student Wang knew best. It was pretty much capital punishment. But Student Wang was very strong-willed, so he managed to get some sleep. As for how many sheep he had counted, he wasnt too sure. Now that she knew Wang Zhengs true identity, Huiyin pestered Wang Zheng to battle so that she could see it with her own eyes. Solon would be in tears from gratefulness if he heard it. Right now, CTs Earth region was on the edge of a volcanic eruption. Solon held his temper well. He formed a team. No matter what, the other party was Mansuo, the one true strong and capable country. They had initiated a match with Earth, and it was a pretty big deal. So when the announcement was made, they received responses from countless yers. Also, more than 9 million had tuned in to the live broadcast. This was rather significant, and it could only go to show that the Earth region was way too active. Some failures were not at all terrifying. As long as you disyed and exhibited your level, it could be epted. But it was too bad you wouldnt always meet good opponents. This group of people was way too arrogant. They came from a truly strong country, one that not even Locke couldpare to. Arrogance was deeply rooted within their bones. Perhaps it was because they were used to being high and above that they would not and could not stand in the shoes of Earth. They beat people into pulps and used uncouthnguage after. It was evident that they hade for An. Earth was just a victim. The political direction had determined the rtions between the people of the two countries. Forget about three rounds of group battles. A professional yer from Mansuo named "Mechanic" had thrashed Earths professional yers. His skills were the same as Skeletons. He had put on all sorts of shows, showing off at the expense of others. Mechanic used an iconic mech from Mansuo named the "de Demon". It was also a mech used by the Mansuo Federal Army and was to be used against An of course. Even Aina and Huiyin had heard of him. The battles between the two huge CT regions of An and Mansuo were most frequent. The military standoff ending didnt mean they didnt want to determine who was better. Mechanic was one of the more extreme yers among the royal yers of Mansuo. He frequently battled An and had a foul mouth. But he was undeniably strong and capable, and others were often violently tortured by him. These fights were all broadcasted live on Mansuo, so he was extremely popr there. Of course, Aina and Huiyin had only heard of him. They never paid extra attention to him, they only knew he was powerful. Wang Zheng watched his battle recordings. The des on a mech like the de Demon were interesting. Mansuo called them the Hundred Refined des. It was different from the usual titanium des and knives. Mansuo believed that it was more effective thansers when it came tobat. Chapter 282: Untitled Chapter 282: Untitled Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng did not know much about the Hundred Refined de even though there were many opinions on it. Wang Zheng felt that this was simr to the Horse Chopping Sword mentioned by Bonehead as they both delivered powerful blows. The Hundred Refined de also required some of Mansuos unique designs in it to bring out its full effect. The instantaneous high-speed maic propulsion of the mech allowed the movement of the mech to be quick and unpredictable while giving it opportunities to get the most out of the weapon. The most recent battle was between Prince and Mechanic. The Wind God used by Prince was the most famous mech on Earth at the moment. It was able to feature on the international stage even though it was not being mass-produced. The de Demon was Mansuos signature mech and was highly agile. Each mech had their own strengths, but people would still enjoy finding out which mech was superior. The mecha would not move on their own in a directparison of statistics, but in CT, there was a pilot controlling the mecha, allowing one to see the mechas true potential. Prince used the Wind God. It was as though the stakes involved included his entire savings, and this resulted in a significant increase in the skill level of the battle. However, the battle still ended up with a slightly miserable result. The de Demon moved about rapidly at a dazzling pace and was always a beat faster than Prince. The mech shed before Prince and had even made some shes at him, missing intentionally, with his de. His actions came off as half-hearted, yful even. Prince was calm. Based on his experience, he understood that he stood a chance when his opponent was careless and made a mistake. In a battle, humiliation was worse and more feared than failure. However, this was what Prince was going through. If one was strong, he could battle with exquisite techniques that would cause the opponent to surrender. However, what Mechanic wanted was not for Prince to surrender but for the people of Earth to know of his abilities. Were the people on Earth even humans and not pigs? What kind of outdated ce was Earth anyway? The Wind God sent out its maic source while the de Demons slick, wind-like movements allowed it to intentionally move ahead of Prince to attack him with de after de. Wherever Prince moved to, the de Demon was already there. It seemed as if Prince was digging his own grave. There was a clear disparity in ability. Prince gave it everything he had. As long as the opponent did not kill him, he would not surrender. Although there was a limit to his abilities, he fought the battle with all his might. Multiple tricks had exhausted Princes energy shield. His body and spirit werepletely numb and his actions thereafter changed. Moving about in the presence of a series of wind-like movements caused Prince to lose his center of gravity. He tripped on himself and the Wind God fell abruptly. Mechanic coolly kept his des and ced it onto his shoulders. He then proceeded to create a public provocation. "Aside from this trash, are there no other proper opponents for me to take on on Earth? It is like a childs yground in here." Aina and Lin Huiyin were upset by this scene. "This guy is so irritating!" said Huiyin angrily. Considering that she was raised in a princess-like environment, her words indicated how poor her impression of Mechanic was. What Wang Zheng saw was not failure but the anger and helplessness Prince mustve been feeling. They were once foes and even teammates, so he knew that Prince was a serious person who loved CT. Prince treated it as his full-time career, and even though he was not a real soldier and would not have a soldiers honor, he hoped to leave his mark on the CT world. He worked extremely hard for this simple objective. Sometimes, this kind of a person was not afraid of failure but the destruction of his dignity. It was not a simple matter of apetition that was lost, but a person whose dreams had been crushed. Solon was also frustrated as the group of Mansuo people still refused to leave. They were already roaming wildly on Earth for a long time with Mechanic as their leader. They organized public challenges in different areas on Earth and had a win rate of at least ny percent. Mechanic was close to tasting a perfect win rate with multiple rampages. For a mech like the de Demon to fall into his hands was iprehensible. A mech was a pilots second life. A yer like Mechanic was very special as he was well versed in the usage of des. As long as he was able to use the de Demon, his abilities were second to none in the entirety of CT. If he had to use another mech, then he would not be as strong anymore. On Earth, Mechanic only used the de Demon in his battles and did not allow his opponents to ban the use of mecha. In Mechanics words, he liked it if the strongest faced the strongest. Solon stopped negotiating with Dita when it was no longer necessary to do so. "Earths gaming atmosphere is ruined. I will bring this matter to the attention of the board for arbitration." "Solon, please do not be so childish and look for your daddy and mommy when you lose. Rx, I only want to see whether the beloved Wind God mech is terrific,"ughed Dita. "How could this be the wind god? Its more like a crazy god. Ive never seen anything as stupid." Looking at an image of Dita with a flower sign made with his hands made Solon want to punch him. He, however, could not do that. Although the skill level of Earth had improved, the rate of improvement was not that high. The opponent wasing for the Wind God mech, and many of the battle clips and images were already scattered across different ces. Mansuos aim was to make An understand how poor the Wind God mech was. Prince was the person in the area who was most familiar with the Wind God. However, it still did not work. If it was another person, he or she would have suffered a worse fate. The opponent was certainly collecting data to bepiled into a video. The Wind God would have brightened theption. The only way was to hold on and not give in, even if it required the crunching and swallowing of ones teeth. Solons device rang and emitted a strange noise. "Wait a moment, I have some business to handle." "No problem, all I have is time", said Dita while smiling. Everything happens for a reason. Solon was rising too quickly and was performing well in his career, meaning that he could be promoted to a permanent member of CT. Unexpectedly, Dita also wanted the same role and,pared to Solon, his rtionships with people were closer, so he had gotten the news first. Nobody wanted to use a person who failed. When he saw the email, Solon froze. It was not that he had not thought of finding Skeleton. However, when thest email came, it mentioned that he was busy with his own work affairs and could not appear at a moments notice. "I aming. Please notify me immediately if this situation arises again." Wang Zheng was a true citizen of Earth, so he could not stand for this. After replying to the email, Solon raised his head. Dita felt that the wretched insect in front of him suddenly looked different. Solon started smirking and said, "You ass-selling rotten chrysanthemum, Ive been tolerating you for a long time. If you want to fight, then fight all you want!" "Solon! How dare you scold me?" Dita froze and started shaking slightly out of anger. "You gigolo!" "You......" "Rotten chrysanthemum!" Dita was furious and his hand formed a flower sign. "Solon, I am not done with you!" "Im not done with you either, rotten ass!" The video closed and Solon was finally able to catch his breath. He thought to himself, "If he cannot tolerate any more, then he should not tolerate at all. We do not live just for a bowl of rice, we wouldnt starve to death without it." He dared to say this, but it was not a guaranteed victory for Skeleton. More importantly, there was no need to be that weak anymore. The officials publicly dered that Skeleton would battle Mechanic. Wind God vs de Demon! A contest between agility-type mecha. The battle began an hour after thepetition was officially announced. Solon was relentless and utilized the entire force of his officials. All yers in the region would receive a reminder through their Skylinks. Solon was undoubtedly furious. The visitors hade up to their home turf and he swore to brutally beat them. Solon did have a bit of a gamblers temperament in him. The fact that he had managed to be here today was already a win for him. The concept of safety or retreat was nonsensical to him. In this day and age, those that were kind would be bullied, and if one did not bully someone else, they would be bullied instead. Victory or defeat did not matter as long as the battle was fought vigorously. There was a named Marr in the Milky Way Alliance. This migrant was not big in size and their technological standard was average. Marr had a poption of about 3 billion people and possessed a unique, secret mine. They also yed an important role in aviation technology and was like a child holding a pile of gold in a market. However, no country wanted to take advantage of them. There was a simple exnation: their people were soldiers, and they never surrendered. Even if they had one soldier left standing, he would hug a grenade and die with you. If you wanted to destroy the country, the entire would be demolished too. I could lose to you, but I would never let my enemies gain anything from me. This was Marrs slogan and was proven through action. As such, this little maintained peace even through tumultuous times. Those that were truly brave and courageous were those that did not care about losing their lives, and they were not the minority. Even so, those that were afraid for their lives would still be afraid of those that were mentally deranged. Earth could use this spirit at times. You could only beat someone on the surface and not on the inside. At least in the time when Mansuo attacked, the Earth yers were chasing them from behind. They were not discouraged, even though they could not match their opponents. Even though ther left behind ugly battles, they were not scared away by that. That was because a hero would eventually appear. Earth was a ce where the harder you fought, the braver you became, and you could only mount a strongeback after hitting an all time low. "Prince, Skeleton is here!" Hammer immediately opened Princes door. Prince was ming himself for the loss that he incurred while representing Earth for the battle. He locked himself in his room and considered quitting and leaving his beloved CT. Hammer came into the room and noticed that Prince was not demoralized and sulking but full of energy. "Come, quick, Ive finished preparing." Hammer was shocked. Although Prince had a face full of hair, his eyes were shining and his confidence appeared to have returned. What kind of situation was this? Prince could sense Hammers thoughts and he replied, "Skeleton sent me an email." Following which, he smiled and exined why he seemed so uplifted, "He said that my methodology and techniques were not wrong and I only failed to master my rhythm. For the battleter, he will disy the Wind Gods rhythmic techniques." "I came here to tell you this. How could this guy only appear now!?" "He is not a professional yer and must be busy with his own affairs. We should rely on ourselves." "Thats true. Haha, everyone has been fuming, but the battle has just begun." Skeleton and Mechanics battle was an hour away, but nothing would hinder Wang Zheng from removing this cancer. Not even if these people he was attacking were people of royalty in Mansuo. "We attack as five. Even if we all die, we must get one of them. I do not believe they can evade this." Several diamond yers from the ck Dragon faction had a discussion. The Mansuo yers had opened a room and were waiting for challengers. Chapter 283: Target of Many Years Chapter 283: Target of Many Years Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "People of Earth, confirm quickly. Are you going to fight? The end result will still be the same. You all can choose the method of your doom, haha." "Are there any decent yers? I might as well go 1 v 5." "That would not work out. We need to draw lots to make a decision. Beating weaker yers is something that should be enjoyed by everyone." People of the ck Dragon faction were already pissed off before the beginning of the battle. "Centaur, what are you doing?" shouted ck Dragon, the captain. "Captain, the people of the Skeleton Corps asked me to quit and someone will rece me," said Centaur. "Tell them to get lost, they can battle the next round themselves. We have never worked together before!", said ck Dragon angrily. The rude kids opposite him had been ying for many rounds without defeat. That big zero left a burning feeling on the faces of many yers from Earth." "No, Boss, its Skeleton..." "Oh, my God! Are you sure its Skeleton... What? Who?" "People from the Skeleton Corps mentioned that it was Skeleton who wasing online and that he wanted to warm up before the main battle," exined Centaur. "Why are you still jabbering? Get out of here right now and leave your spot open! You shouldve told me earlier!" shouted a delighted ck Dragon. "You didnt even let me finish and you even med me..." whispered Centaur to himself quietly. At this time, an ID logged in, and after confirming quickly, it entered the battle. Five versus five on the Battle of Madagascar map (City warfare map). ck Dragon and his people had a burning feeling even before the battle began. They could not wait to beat the bastards in front of them. There were no restrictions on which mech could be selected, and as such, people directly selected the ones they were most proficient at. Wang Zheng directly confirmed his selection of the Wind God. "Sister, this mech was designed by Ye Zisu and even the An Mech Research Center gave it good reviews. You need to be careful." Huiyin quietly reminded that even though she liked Ye Zisu, she still needed to be on the side of her own people. Aina smiled and stroked her head gently. "Dont keep touching me, I cant grow up if you keep on coddling me." Her cousin was full of confidence and showed no signs of nervousness. Both parties entered the battle arena. People from the ck Dragon faction were brimming with confidence and there was a difference in the feeling about them. In a battle, having a strong captain was extremely important. Skeleton was not onlypetent individually, he was also able to cooperate well with others. This practically made him overpowered. The match where he coached Prince was described as Gods work in the coaching world. "Skeleton, the captaincy will be transferred to you. How to battle will be decided by you. The ck Dragon faction is made up of solid fellows who will get the job done," said ck Dragon. In his circle, there were not many strong enough to gain his admiration, but Skeleton was one of them. "The few fellows from Mansuo are on the list of Kings. Their skills and teamwork are of a high level. We will not hold back, even if we have to give our lives for that!" said a yer with the ID "Small Dragon". "I have a humble request. Let me handle this battle solo," said Wang Zheng. The four people of the ck Dragon faction were stunned. The opponents were masters from Mansuo, and Wang Zheng wanted to take five of them on alone. ck Dragon only reacted after a short moment and said, "No problem. We will be your cheerleaders." If it was anyone else who said that, he would most likely be met with a ridiculed response. However, it was Skeleton, and he should be trusted. "Are the opponents insane? Four of them are rooted to their spots with only a Wind God charging towards us." Lapt felt strange and said, "Thats arrogant. Whos that?" "Wind God again. The people on Earth really like the Wind God a lot. Its of no interest to me; whoever wants to attack can go ahead," said Scissorhands. The three others were very arrogant. If not for the promotion by the regional president, they wouldve been toozy toe. There was some interest at the start, but it was easy to lose interest with such boring activities like this battle. "Since you are my seniors, I will settle it with him." Lapt turned his engine on. His mech was the Gold Wheel, which was produced by Mansuos main officials. This mech was not inferior to Arbiters yer, though it was more urate to say that both were unique in their own ways. The Gold Wheels setup did not incorporate the Alloy Knife, but the widely known weapon Crazy Gearwheels. Its deadly spinning movements could be used to slice apart the opponents easily with its rotational force and weight when thrown outwards. It has to be said that in the category of mech research and development, these countries were far ahead. The Gold Wheel was a mech that was focused on offense. When it went all out, its energy shields were only used to protect it from fatal blows, as everything else on the mech was dedicated to attacking the opponent instead! Lapt had already secured more than ten kills, which was rather shocking. The opponents in front of him had already been sliced through before even getting close enough to hurt him. Up until then, no one was able to find a way to counter him. Explosions resounded in the city. A loud bang indicated the beginning of a battle. Wang Zhengs Wind God saw a uniquely designed mech from afar. Coincidentally, this mech was heavily rmended by Chen Xiu in the past. It had terrifying damage potential and its weapon could be released and controlled freely. As long as it was properly handled, its damage potential would multiply. The most important part to take note of was how to recall the Gearwheels once they had been thrown out. This attacking pattern was unpredictable and hard to defend against. Two mecha appeared in each others field of vision and started to speed up towards each other. Lapts Gold Wheel stretched its arms out and two gold wheels with a diameter of two meters appeared started spinning. "Die, little kids!" In a short moment, both its arms folded together andshed out in a throwing motion while charging at the Wind God. A whistling sound was heard. Wang Zheng continued to takerge strides forward as the two golden wheels flew towards his head. It was only through a sudden halt that the golden wheels barely missed his chest. Immediately, the Wind God continued to take huge strides forward. Lapt began to sneer and felt that Wang Zheng was na?ve and childish. He moved his arms and the golden wheels ferociously flew in the shape of a strange arc and continued to charge towards Wang Zheng. It was as if the Wind God did notprehend what was urring in front of it as it continued to move forward. With only five meters between them, the Gold Wheel continued to move at the Wind God quickly. At this time, a maic source was thrown out, with the Wind God following the source tightly. With a smooth movement, the Wind God was right in front of Lapt in the blink of an eye with the two golden wheels spinning behind it. Then the Wind Gods retractable wshed out with a killing blow. Oh.... The Wind God performed a quick backflip, and uponnding, he did not even look back while taking huge strides away. Boom.... Two golden wheels that had lost their gravitational control ended up stuck on the walls, buzzing loudly. The people from Mansuo were startled and could not even react in time. How could Lapt simply be finished in a face-off? Was this a joke? "Seems like a master hase knocking. Lapt was too careless! Ill do it instead!" Scissorhands jumped down from the roof and his mechnded abruptly. It then started charging towards the Wind God. He was using Arbiters Overlord. Arbiter and Mansuo had simr cultures, and although these countries did not share a good rtionship, they were both allies on the international stage. Facing the charging Wind God, Scissorhands was sneering while making a judgement on how much energy to spend. It was frankly quite shocking to him that the Wind God would openly disy his outdated and childish discement techniques, since this was a sign of overconfidence to him. The Overlord moved towards the Wind God like a cannonball. When the Overlord was operated with high skill, it was a vicious short-ranged attacker. It even possessed the Sky Rocket Cannon to create a burst of movement. The distance between the two parties slowly reduced and the giant shield of the Overlord was thrown at the Wind God! Everyone eximed loudly and wondered why a defensive tool had been tossed away. It was as if Scissorhands could feel that the audience was surprised at his move. Throwing the shield away was nothing to him since a true master was able to understand the essence of the mech and would easily convert defense into offense and utilize offense as a form of defense. Everything required adaptation to different environments and situations, and this was the key to victory. The moment the shield was tossed away, the Wind God fired out a maic source. Would this hit? The maic energy urately hit the shield and the Wind God rushed over majestically. It was a precise movement. The Wind God flew towards the shield, stepping on it before using the shield as a tform tounch itself forward. Its movement was as elegant as a dragonfly grazing water and he was headed towards the Overlord. Scissorhands was also shocked. What kind of movement was this? In that short moment, a spear from the Overlordshed out. No matter how subtle and light his movements were, charging over like that only made him a live target. A battle between masters did notst too long, and activating the energy shield now would be toote since the process took a significant amount of time.. Boom.... The spear hit the Wind God. However, at that moment, the temporary energy shield had activated and, fortunately, the blow hit the energy shield. It was sufficient to limit the extent of damage done to the Wind God. The Wind Godnded on the ground bravely and brushed past quickly. The Overlord was not nearly as agile and lively as the Wind God and Scissorhands no longer had his "teeth". Scissorhands had quick reflexes and quickly attempted to ram into the Wind God. He utilized the advantage of his mech to overwhelm his opponent. However, he had no idea who he was facing. A maic source had already shot out and the Wind God was following the source closely. The Overlord failed to reach his target and Scissorhands could only watch as the Wind God ended up beside him and used his w to hook onto his head. He reacted subconsciously by turning on the energy shield, but the Wind God had already sprung into the air. The Overlord looked as if it was a pir pointing upwards to support the sky. Boom.... The Wind God continued to move forward as though he would not miss what he was leaving behind. This was absolute confidence that his attacks would be able to prate his opponents defense. The Wind God was moving about with a godlike rhythm. Prince rolled his eyes as he was confident that there was not much of a difference between him and Skeleton when it came to the basic operations of the mech. It was important toprehend why there were so many oues. It was important to make a proper judgement beforeunching an attack with the Wind God, because its direction could be predetermined by the maic source. This would however, take some time. This would result in a thrashing if up he was up against a master. However, the oue could bepletely different if he moved quicker and more confidently. In a battle between masters, it was either suppress or be suppressed. Perhaps the oue would seem one-sided, but the difference was blurred down to a thin line in reality. Most of the time, it came down to ones rhythm and not the operational control of the mech. The party who was able to control the rhythm dictated the whole battle. Prince tightly held his hands together. Skeleton told him about his future training direction since his practice was nowhere near enough. He could only be consideredfortable with the usage of the mech at best and he was not at a level where he waspletely in control. The number of people slowly crept to over 10 million, and it was still increasing crazily. Slow motion cameras reyed quickly. The scene where the maic energy attacked the shield was too exciting. A parabolic line was tossed out and not a straight line. The skills at y were extremely high-level. It was essential to make contact right in the middle, as a slight error would lead to the center of gravity being miscalcted as the shield was rotating! The Overlord had be a weing mat for Skeleton! The three others had juste to the realization that they were up against a master. A mental underestimation would lead to a disastrous oue. Three mechs simultaneously dropped from the roof and surrounded the Wind God. They did not give much thought to this bunch of people. Before the contest, they only briefly researched the professional yers from Earth. Since their rankings were too low, they lost interest. However, the person in front of them was not in any of the lists of Kings! Chapter 284: Deer Gods Provocation Chapter 284: Deer Gods Provocation Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The three of them evidently had great chemistry, striking out at the same time. Three beam sabersshed across, while Wang Zheng threw out two Maic sources. During the short timeframe of that ovepping exchange, a Maic source flew right out with just one click. The Wind God flew from the left walls to the right in an instant, and following that descended from above. Face to face with the Wind God, the Shadow mech immediately countered the swift movement of the Wind God with a beam saber attack into where he thought he would arrive at. He thrusted forward, only to find the Wind God... gone! The maic sources shot out in ovepping tracks. An illusionary image of the Wind God appeared. It was all just a diversion. The Wind God dashed right towards the Bestial Dragon mech. The Bestial Dragon was a typical heavy mech. But the Wind God did not bother with it. Boom... It was sent flying? No, it had knocked the opponent back using the mechs momentum! Then at this point, the Wind God showed its ultimate killer move, the Wind God dashed toward the Godly Gaze mech...Boom... An explosion was heard. The Godly Gaze mech was unable to react. It did not even think that after flying all over the ce, the Wind Gods target was actually him. All masters had a bad habit. They never opened fire until the final key moment. If the attack was well done, it would be the work of the heavens. If the attack was not... The Bestial Dragon and the Shadow were enraged. The two mecha burst out madly, but as the Wind Gods maic sources shot out, the mech disappeared behind the building, they immediately chased after it. In just an instant, the Wind God had descended from above yet again! This was the greatest part of the maic sources. No matter how quick a mech was, it would never be a match to the almost instantenous discement of the maic source. The Shadow reacted very quickly, and the exchange took ce in a sh. He activated his energy shield, only to suffer a round of crazy, violent attacks. He gaped and watched as the Energy shield was destroyed. Just what sort of monster is he? The Bestial Dragon charged forward, and the Wind God disappeared amongst the rooftops once more. The two mech warriors wanted to give chase by instinct, but the Wind God did not go around the building. It moved swiftly and came charging from the front again. The two of them saw him. But seeing with their eyes and physically following up with actions were two different things. Moreover, what they were in the process of turning around, expecting the Wind God toe from behind... In the blink of an eye, another round of violent attacks wasunched. After finishing a set of attacks, the Shadows Energy shield was already destroyed previously but this time, the Bestial Dragon took the brunt of the attacks and had managed to cling on to his poor life. The Wind God took off again. He hade and gone like the wind. A true Wind God! Mentuo and Jie Fulin were furious. They didnt even get to catch their opponents shadows and were already beaten into such a state. The Wind God returned, and the Bestial Dragon charged at it without a care. Grab him! The Bestial Dragons sudden move, coupled with its thunderous vibration attack, managed to slow the Wind God down as the Shadow arrived. With beam sabers were held high above their heads, they suddenly felt something in their chests. They watched as a humongous figure crashed into Shadow... Boom... Hammer and friends couldnt help but shake their fists. They were courting for death. In a sh, it was just Bestial Dragon left on the battlefield. The Wind God had "flew" off once more. A heavy mech, faced with a light Scout type mech, in the middle of a city. How would it y out? It was a game of a cat chasing a rat. "Come on out! Come out! Take me on, one-on-one, if you dare!" Mentuo yelled madly. All of a sudden, he could sense that something was off. A figure had descended,nding right ontop of him, titanium ws cruelly attacking at his head in a sh. This was followed by a backflip with the Wind Godnding on the floor. The two mech were back to back. Boom... the Bestial Dragon exploded, sparks flew all over the ce. The Wind God strolled out from the fire consumed battlefield. A Wind God was born! The blue team was extinguished! Who cared if they were Kings? Everything is transient. The hall of staff cheered. Mansuo had been abusing them so much so that they havent been able to bring themselves to smile. The atmosphere has been too stressful for too long, and in that moment, it was all released. It was simply a work of art! Incredible controls! And of course, the most exciting part was the diversion tactic, tricking the opponents silly. This was a tactic avable only on Earth. Taking everyone out in less than twenty minutes. "Boss, there are 20million people online," a staff said coolly. Solon nodded calmly. The Earth districts CT forum bustled as though as it was some kind of festival. All sorts of yelling and cheering, and once they take down that arrogant mechanic, the Mansuo people could scram back home. Wang Zheng removed the equipment. Huiyin sized Wang Zheng up and said, "I couldnt tell you have such capabilities." "Thats nothing. These are not actually masters. The real masters probably wouldnt take part in this, but it did allow me to collect more data on some mech." Wang Zheng chuckled. Ainas cup of tea. When the two of them were dating, Wang Zheng truly didnt sense Ainas princess-like temperament. On the other hand, although Huiyin was well-tempered, certain details still showed their difference in status. It was only at the debut that Wang Zheng first felt Aina was like someone from another world, high and mighty, and even a mountain of gold could not buy her smile. "Hey, hey! Whats this? You two are treating me like I dont exist again! Can eyes even speak? Let me see." Wang Zheng and Aina stared lovingly and longingly at each other. It was clear they were both reminiscing the fun times they shared when Huiyins tiny head popped up between them again. "Huiyin has pretty eyes. Such longshes!" eximed Wang Zheng. Children had to be coaxed. "Tsk. Lies. Sisters eyes are clearly the prettiest. They are the most unique pair of eyes in the whole of Milky Way!" Huiyin said, secretly feeling pleased at thepliment. There was no doubt children lovedpliments. When it came to fighting standards, Huiyin and Aina were not professionals. Regardless, they understood that Wang Zheng has won. The two girls were there more to experience the atmosphere. The Prince was engrossed in watching the match. He had made a mistake in trying to make use of the Wind Gods strong suit in movement, but it could only be said that given the huge disparity between their capabilities, the Wind God was a Scout Mech which abilities could only be disyed in aplicated terrain. In other words, this was a hunt which required patience. As long as he could disorient his opponents, just one strike would be fatal. He had to go as far as beating down his opponents confidence. Once theyve lost confidence, their will to fight would plummet. He had focused too much on using discement techniques in his attacks in the past, and that was an easy target for his opponents. Once he could move as he wished, the world became boundless. "Wow, thats awesome, Prince! If coupled with my Gold Guardian, we can definitely turn the world upside down!" "Yeah. Our tactics were way too simple in the past, but I am going to learn more about mecha!" The Princes passion had been ignited. Everybody had their own gift, and if it couldnt be mastered in ten tries, then a hundred. If not a hundred, then a thousand tries, ten thousand tries. So long as it was deemed suitable, he would be able to truly master it some day! Over at Wang Zhengs, the mood was rxed, unlike at Mansuo. A number of King yers had been taken out easily, and it was embarrassing, given that they were broadcasting the battle live, too. The broadcast was titled "Teaching Earths Newbies the Way", but in the end, they were the ones who were being shown "the Way". Especially during the final Nimble Dodge, where the two Mansuo candidates werepletely taken down. It was okay to be defeated, but being crushed humiliatingly was quite a pathetic sight. This Wind Gods controls and judgement was way quicker than those who came before. Even if they could judge urately, they were unable to react in time. This was the true essence of the Wind Gods discement tactics. The Wind Gods discements could definitely be traced, and so there had to be more variations in its routines, and it had to react quicker. That was also the nature of the Scout Mech. Old Deer and Yao Ailun were also turning frenzied in the broadcasting studios. Even Old Deer couldnt help butpliment his long-time rival. Having a great understanding of mech and their users mentalities, Old Deer remained neutral in his views. He analysed the match from both sides point of view, while Yao Ailun tended to take sides from time to time. This could also been seen division of work betweenmentators. But this match was truly unpleasant. Commentators were humans, too. As they kept watching these people lose, they found themselves at a loss for words. From another point of view, Mansuos challenge was also an opportunity of a kind. Victory aside, Earth district was able to show off their capabilities and win the respect of others. The first step was always the hardest. A grand battle was about to kick off in thirty minutes. Solon had already given instructions for the staff to make tight preparation. Nobody could me Wang Zheng and Aina for being unwilling to part ways. It was not easy for Aina toe and visit, but Wang Zheng had his own things to take care of. While three days were considerably short, he had to go on with his training. Neither knew when would be the next time they would see each other again. They did not even want to think about this at first, but now that they had to be separated once more, they were extremely reluctant to part ways. If not for the fact that Huiyin was around, the two of them wouldnt even be here. "Actually, Ive got an idea. Wang Zheng, put up a good performance this time round, and Sister, you could encourage the Royal Academy to host some sort of exchange program for a month or two. Thatd solve your problem," Huiyin said. Aina was stunned. "Thats right!" From a big picture point of view, the rtionship between An and the Sr System Federation was growing, and this matter could be arranged with a little bit of her ingenuity. Aina looked expectantly at Wang Zheng, and of course, Wang Zheng agreed. He wanted to visit An, too. The renowned Royal Academy was one of the top ten colleges in the Milky Way. It was the cradle of elites and geniuses. "Youre such a clever girl, Huiyin," Aina said, smiling. She was genuinely pleased. Sometimes, being involved made it hard to have a clear view of things. She used to worry about many things, and often, things were not as worrisome as she imagined. Hosting an inter-college exchange was a perfectly normal thing to do. "So, Student Wang Zheng, youve got to do well," Huiyin patted Wang Zheng with her tiny hand, like a child pretending to be an adult. Wang Zhengs opponent was getting impatient. The fighter has seen the whole battle, and finally, a hardy rabbit that enjoyed bouncing around for his match. de Demon mechs were experts at beating up this type of agile mechs. Moreover, it was already shown that de Demon mech could take down all types of Scout Mechs. Beating an experimental mech like the Wind God would definitely deter any other usible opponent. "Now, our pre-battle interview. Excuse me, Mechanic. Having seen the one-to-five battle, what do you expect from yer Skeleton?" Old Deer asked. Rather professionally. "I hope he can continue to hang in there, or I would be disappointed in Earth." "Oh, does that mean youre confident in winning?" Old Deer went on. The Mechanic scoffed. "Is that even a question? Do I even need confidence when dealing with people of your kind? Let me tell you this: I am the unbeatable god in the Earth district!" The camera zoomed in for a feature of the Mechanics face. Such domineering air! "Heh. Having confidence is good. yer Mechanic, we from the Earth district have a habit of cing bets before a battle. I wonder if you are interested in that?" Old Deer asked eruptly. "Hmph. Nothing to bet on for a match with no suspense. Not interested." "Heh, its just for a little bit of luck and fun. Im sure youve got milk cartons on your side. If you win, Ill eat two of them. But if you lose... well, considering that youre a guest, you can just eat one." Old Deer said magnanimously, with an enthusiastic look on his face. The crowd knew very well that the Deer God was setting up some sort of trap. Chapter 285: The Comeback Chapter 285: The Comeback Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas As expected, Mechanic sneered coldly. "Lose? If I lose, Ill eat ten! Tsk. Not just that, Ill even retire! Stop wasting time, get that thing toe on out already! Acting like a pretentious prick in front of me? Ill beat you till death!" The Mechanic disyed a finger with an internationally recognised intent. Damn, that level of arrogance was way off the charts! Dita chose yers well. To think he could find someone of such finesse. Solon couldnt help but shake his head. All sorts of promotions and advertisements were bringing attention to this fight. He shook his head again. He did not force this scene to happen, but in a way, he was asking for it. Amitabha, may the heavens watch over him. After striking the deal, Old Deer smiled cheerfully. The good thing about being human was being able to meet all other types of humans. He had eaten so many milk cartons himself. Finally, he could share them with someone else now. Just as the deal was made, the number of viewers climbed up by a good 10,000. It seemed that there were still many people who enjoyed this little game. Old Deer had yed his trump card. "Good luck!" Aina suddenly said, kissing Wang Zheng. Huiyin covered her eyes. "You two are shameless! Ive got to go get my eyes cleaned," Huiyin said coquettishly. Aina gently hugged Huiyin and kissed her. "There, one for you too." Wang Zheng felt as if his heart was going to explode. Was that an encouragement or a distraction? Princess Huiyins tiny cheeks were flushed red. She was so beautiful and lovely. She would grow up to make the world fall head over heels for her. The others obviously didnt know that Student Wang Zheng was enjoying a blissful time. After Wang Zheng left, Meng Tian, Zhang Runan, and Zhang Shan were all very worried, but in times like this, they had to work even harder, or outsiders would only despise them. Yuan Ye patted Zhang Shan on the shoulder. "Dont worry, its just an illness, and illnesses can be cured. Paradise Ind has made huge leaps in medical advancements. It wont be longer than a few days that helle back a stronger man." Yuan Ye was here for Zhang Runan. It was undeniable that the Europa people were quite reliable. Europa College had done very well overall too. Yuan Ye and friends had set their minds straight, focused on ying supporting roles, and even built a good rep out of it. Although they didnt have Ability X, they were highly experienced in fighting tough battles and taken some injuries to pave way for the main yers. These were not skills that could be reced by Ability X. In fact, sometimes all it took was just an open mind for them to unleash their capabilities. Making their way to An was not the only route to sess. It was more important that they made use of such a opportunities to disy their unique skillsets so that the military would measure their talents and tailor their teachings to give them even more opportunities in future. Moreover, being undisturbed would yield better results for them. Zhang Shan smiled. "Of course. Wang Zheng will definitely be back. Without him, well just fight even harder and fight in his ce." Zhang Runan nodded without saying a word. Meng Tian quipped in, "Heres the training schedule for tomorrow." She swiped her Skylink and sent Zhang Shan a copy of the schedule. This training schedule was not prepared by Su Yan. It was them who had decided to have extra training and nned their own schedule. Wang Zhengs temporary absence made them feel nervous and lost. They could only train extra hard to counteract their feelings of disconcertedness. Yuan Ye took a quick nce at the schedule, rubbed his nose, and walked away. The schedule was rather intense. It was alright to have extra training, but he didnt want to follow a training n like that - going too far was as bad as not going enough. But Ares College had no choice. They had to do it. They were all inexperienced in maneuvering space mecha, so they needed plenty of fundamental training to strengthen their skills and to figure out the techniques one by one. Without spending long hours maneuvering the mechs themselves, it would be difficult for them to grasp the details, not matter how they were being taught. Even simtions wouldnt help. Some changes in the real settings could never be reflected even in the most advanced simtions. Looking at the schedule, Zhang Shans only worry was, "Arent the sleeping hours a tad too short?" For every 24 hours, there were only four hours allocated for sleeping. "It has to be done. Training in good condition is called performing. Only when when you have reached a certain level of fatigue and can still make the correct judgement can you etch all of the tiny details onto your bones and make it a part of yourself." It was clear that Meng Tian was even more determined to do this! Another day of training had ended... The atmosphere in the dining hall was subtle. Without Wang Zheng, the unexpected element, the Moon crowd was shining. It was not just the effect of them ying on their home ground. They were starting to take the lead in various aspects. The Eight Stars were bnced and well rounded; they were notcking in any area. More than that, Achilles was parading around like the one true leader. Regardless of fighting capabilities or intelligence, he stood out squarely. While Lie Xin and Lear were not entirely disadvantaged, the fine distance between them was distance nheless. They made eye contact inadvertently, but they still could not bring themselves to form an alliance. Lie Xin would never trust Lear, and as for Lear, it was unclear what he wanted to do. The Earth district was his home ground, and he would not ept having to return in defeat. Raston smiled from eye to eye. He seemed undisturbed, despite havingpletely lost his chance at bing team captain. "Lear, whatever trump cards youve got, nows the time to y them. If you let Achilles go on like this, it wont just be Lie Xins disadvantage." Lear smiled. "My problems would be resolved if you came to help me." Never, ever expect to get useful information straight out of Lear. Raston shrugged. "Hah, you know well never be put on the same team." Raston was straightforward. If someone else said the same thing, it may have sounded provocative, but it felt naturaling out of Raston. Lear smiled, unaffected. Further away, where the Moon people sat, Atos shadily sized up Raston and Lear. "Those guys? How could they even be in the same run for captain as Boss?" Atos had been strutting around, showing off during training as ofte. He has made apleteeback and had steadily made it to top ten every time. His speed Ability X had a lot of room for disy in space. It could be considered one of the most powerful Ability Xs in space. "Dont underestimate Raston. Hes still very powerful." Masasi shook his head. He sensed that Atos attitude was going out of control, but it was still understandable. All his life Atos, had never experienced real failure. Being defeated on Earth was a huge blow for him. The Atos today could be the true Atos, or could be a changed person, but it was undeniable that this Atos had be stronger. The past couple of days of training had also proved just this. Atos smirked. "Powerful, eh? I find him rather average after he lost to Wang Zheng the other time." Milo frowned and said, "Calm down, Atos. Raston didnt use his full strength. What happened seemed to show us that Wang Zheng was actually very powerful. Plus, he wasnt ustomed to Earth mecha. The differences were huge." In this day and age, all sorts of mecha were avable, and everybody had their own mech that was specially suited for them. If maneuvering other mecha put their fighting capability at 1, maneuvering their specialty mech would make them 3, 5, or even more than 10 times stronger. Tarosughed. "Raston is good, but given his capabilities, he may not be Atos match in space." Atos and Taros were on pretty good termstely. The two had swapped rooms with others to bunk together. Atos smiled. "Dont worry, I have no interest in Raston. Boss will teach him a lesson. Wang Zheng, on the other hand... hes lucky he got away, or Id beat him into pulp every time I saw him on the training grounds!" "You? Turn Wang Zheng into a pulp? Take a piss and look at your own reflection in it! Look at what type of person you are before speaking! Oh, Im sorry. I forgot dogs dont speak human." Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, and Zhang Runan were walking down the corridor just as Atos said that. Even if they hadnt walked past, given Atos volume, those who had a slightly better sense of hearing couldve heard him from the dining hall. Raston smiled, definitely unaffected by what Atos said. His capabilities were there for all to see, and he was not easily affected by random barks. He didnt have the ambition to be team captain, so there was no need for him to build a name here. Zhang Shan, on the other hand, was furious. They were different. Wang Zheng was not around, but as Wang Zhengs counterparts, they simply could not put up with such attacks. Once you show a sign of weakness in the army, youll bebelled weak and bullied by everyone. When faced with provocation, regardless of it being direct or indirect, you have to fight back. Victory was secondary, for your attitude would determine your fate. Nobody in the force would want to befriend or to be teammates with a weakling. Moreover, he had nothing to lose when it came to Atos. Atos was calm. He crossed his legs and said, "Youre pretty arrogant for a useless bootlicker, eh? Wang Zheng is gone, youd better make yourself scarce or Ill beat you up." The Moons Eight Stars each made a different face, but even though Atos had said some awful things, he was trying to demean Wang Zheng such that the others saw the people of the Moon in a better light. Achilles didnt see that intent, but he didnt stop them either. Zhang Shan burst outughing. "Words cannot be used to determine who the useless prick is! Were soldiers, so lets use the soldierly way to do this. Duel!" Atos cocked his head backward and chuckled. "Hah! You? Did I hear wrong? You? Duel with me? HAHAHA." "Why? Youre only good at bragging, eh? Or are you a coward whos scared of losing? If you cant afford to lose, just tell me. I can consider letting you off." Zhang Shan gave Atos a tilted nce and stuck his pinky out. Atos was enraged. "Earthlings are just good at talk. Youll cry and ask for your mom and dad when you lose!" "Interesting. Since were on the Moon, lets have a space duel and see the fruits of your training," Su Yans voice travelled from the halls entrance. Nobody knew when he had arrived, but it seemed that they had a different set of rules now that theyre on the Moon. Zhang Runan nced at Zhang Shan and said, "Zhang Shan take him out!" Zhang Shan straightened himself and looked serious. "Dont worry. I, Zhang Shan, never drop the ball in times of need." After he got used to the space mech, Zhang Shan had been going through high level training. Others might not have noticed, but Meng Tian and Zhang Runan knew that Zhang Shan had made drastic improvement. Chapter 286: Understanding Space Chapter 286: Understanding Space Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Most importantly, he had always had a good sense of space. Once he became ustomed to things, it was as if he was enlightened and understood things quickly. On the other side, Achilles patted Atos on the back without a word, but his meaning was clear: since they were fighting, he must not lose. Atos was austere. He grinned widely. He wanted to make a good name for himself too. He was Atos. The quick Atos. The absolute winner, Atos. They were free to choose any mech in the space duel. Zhang Shan did not hesitate at choosing the Barton mech. It was a mech made by Earth for space forces and was well bnced in powers... nothing special. It wasnt that there were no better mecha avable, but Zhang Shan knew his own skill level well. A better mech would only be powerful if he could maneuver it well. The Barton mech may appear weak, but it was the one option that could disy Zhang Shans current capabilities to its best. As the Barton mech slowly made its entrance, the atmosphere started to get warm. This time around, everybody was watching the match from the grandstands. Six enormous digital screens captured the space duel from every angle possible. Judging by the choice he made, Zhang Shan was very calm. When Atos appeared on the field, the grandstands broke intomotion. Avnche Space Type III! The most powerful mech amongst the standard space mecha from the Moon. Five stars in speed, five stars in closebat firing, and a five-star shield. Apart from a slightly weaker long-distance firing capabilities, this was a near perfect space mech. "Damn. Couldnt this dude pick something more average? Thats unfair!" Yuan Ye said. Taros scoffed. "Unfair? The level of difficulty in controlling the Avnche Space Type III is also ranked at five stars. Incapable of using something better and yet not allowing others to use. What logic." Some people agreed, while others begged to differ. Just then, Su Yans voice echoed, "Rules: there are no rules. Use whatever tactics you like to attack your opponent." Zhang Shan vs Atos was like dried wood in a zing fire. The Moon shing with Earth, they had to battle to straighten things out between them, no matter what. "Zhang Shan only dared to pick the Barton mech. Goes to show that his abilities are limited." Lie Xin smiled. "Lack of confidence, it seems." Raston grinned. "This guy likes excitement. Ill bet you ten bucks that Mountain Maiden will win." Lie Xin nced at him. "Just tell me if youre short of money. Were in the army here." "You dont get it, Sister. This is called fun. Im betting Atos will win." Lie Guang chuckled. There was no doubt that the Moon was the leader in space matches. The moment the Avnche Space Type III turned on, it drew a huge arch in the vacuum and stared straight at Zhang Shan while making a tactical defense move. Zhang Shan used the long-range weapons to fire a fewser shots, but he missed entirely. The Avnche Space Type III was too fast. Plus, Atos was the best at speed and was 100% confident. Zhang Shan wisely decided to defend and wait for his opponent to attack instead. Firing at random would only make him lose confidence. Atos grinned and dashed toward Zhang Shan at high speeds in his mech. He didnt just want to beat his opponent up - he wanted to humiliate him! Boom... close-range suppression! The Avnche Space Type IIIs closebat abilities were definitely at the top amongmon space mecha. With a changing Remote Laser Type IX weapon set, a set thatbined all closebat weapons but different from the usual Laser swords and spears, this equipment could automatically changeser types depending on the situation. It could change from the beam saber into a beam spear and vice versa, instantaneously. This type of ever-changing sparring often caught opponents off guard, making it a huge advantage that stood out especially clearly in a duel match. Seeing Atos sweep at him using theser spear, watching it turn into a sword in an instant, and cutting close to his arms, Zhang Shan was caught defenseless. He dropped down at high speed and attempted to fly into Atos blind spot so as to get a chance at striking back. Atos smiled coolly. This type of dodging movement would be considered high-level on the ground, but in space, this was nothing. The vision of a space mech was different! Boom.. Boom.. Boom... He fired theser gun, blocking Zhang Shans escape route, forcing Zhang Shan to fight him head on. Zhang Shan gave a vicious look and struck! Boom! The Barton mechs engines fired wildly. Controlling the mech by force, Zhang Shan maneuvered the Barton mech into making a turn and charged back like a typhoon. Atos was taken by surprise. He actually felt threatened! Boom! Theser sword turned into a spear. The radius of attack was three times that of the sword. He pointed the spear head at Zhang Shan and charged. Boom... The Barton mech stopped abruptly. Theser spear had interrupted its momentum. He could only take a step back and build the momentum up again. Atos did not dare to give chase. He turned around and maneuvered the Avnche Space mech into high speed drive, looking for ws in Zhang Shans movement. Back at the grandstands, there were all sorts of cheering and yelling, mostly in support of Atos. At this point, it wasnt just the IG candidates from the training camp who were watching. There were also soldiers from the space station. " Atos!" Most of these soldiers were born and raised on the Moon, so they naturally recognised Atos as one of the Eight Stars from Moon. "The opponent is from Earth? Heh. Atos is making a fool out of him." "Woohoo! Atos! Lets go!" Hearing the cheers from the soldiers ring, Lie Xin smiled. Was Atos really just putting on a show? "If Atos hadnt changed weapons earlier on and forced theser sword on him, Zhang Shan would have been doomed." Raston smiled. "Hes not putting on a show... hes afraid. The more cocky he is, the more vulnerable he feels. Zhang Shan barely defended and Atos has be wary." Raston had venomous, sharp eyes. The Moon people were calm. They saw that Atos was using his true abilities to fight and was not that weak. Just then, the situation took another turn. Atos adjusted himself and charged right down. Making use of the mechs high speed advantage, he gained an upper hand inunching attacks while Zhang Shan could only defend and... defend, leaving him with no chance to fight back. Boom! The two beam sabers struck. Zhang Shan was at aplete disadvantage, and he felt like he was bound to lose. Zhang Shan did not will himself to feel that way. His opponent was indeed faster and fiercer than he was. After they fought head on once, his opponent had stopped scheming and refused to risk anything. He was merely consolidating his advantages and making Zhang Shan feel helpless. Zhang Shans understanding of space did not trante into a direct victory. Was knowledge and intelligence that negligible in battle? He felt indignant and was reluctant to be defeated. On top of the sense of loss, Wang Zhengs departure had given them lots to think about. Why am I here? Why do I have to be so hard on myself? "Wang Zheng, how are you so powerful? Come on, share some of your techniques! Feels like a clever brain has no use in a battle." Zhang Shan had always prided himself in his level of intelligence. Even if he was defeated in training, he remained proud of it. But as the selection went on, his pride drained as he was no longer a physics student. "Battling smart can still help you win the war! When you have no clue of what to do, treat your opponent like a physics question." Spinning silk into cocoons! Stay calm...!! All of a sudden, Zhang Shan got it. He was clear-headed now. Atos was not letting down on his high-speed attacks, but he felt much less stressful now. But right now, as Atos attacked rhythmically, Zhang Shan could only cling on to two things: to stay calm and adapt. After he rid himself of the mental burden, Zhang Shans movements indeed became a tad faster and smoother. He could fully disy the Barton mechs specialties and even suppress some of Atos killer moves. Atos was so mad that he wanted to murder someone. He actually had even harsher tactics up his sleeve, but he was wary of Zhang Shans ability of warping. That ability was much harder to deal with in space, and so, before he forced Zhang Shan into using his one-use-per-day ability, he couldnt set his his heart onunching a sure-kill. However, at that very moment, things took for a turn. Zhang Shan was now on par with him in the battlefield! Although he still had the upper hand, Zhang Shan was like a hedgehog, poking at him, making him feel ufortable. Eventually, Atos could not hold it back any longer. The fight had gone on for far too long. Even if he won, it wouldnt do him any good. It would only give Zhang Shan a good reputation. Roar! He wanted to force Zhang Shan into using his Ability X, but under such circumstances, things were no longer within his control. Extreme speed ability, go! The Avnche Space mechs speed immediately changed. It was an eerie change. It didnt appear fast, but when paid close attention to, you would notice the mech left behind something like a crack in space. Atoss extreme speed ability was a fine control of speed when used on a space mech, not just pure eleration. Taros gleamed and cheered loudly. Achilles looked on approvingly too. Atos had been controlling his speed, but it was rather problematic. His extreme speed advantage alone was quite a sight in the Sr System, but it was nothing ifpared to the entire Milky Ways IG. His exquisite control of speed, though, was on a whole different level. Atos had gone through many things and had made all sorts of mistakes, but when this ability was used, he could hold some ground in the IG world. Zhang Shan felt giddy and a little nauseous. The opponents speed caused some change in his perception. Zhang Shan forced himself to calm down, and... the look on his face changed. If he had not misjudged, this feeling... If it were others, they wouldnt feel what Zhang Shan felt. That was the exact same feeling he had when he couldnt get used to space at first! Zhang Shan smiled. He mightve been doomed if it was another ability. Or if Atos sprang right at him without showing off his high level of speed control, he could only use his warp Ability X to get away. Now, the happily showing off Atos looked like a flea jumping around in Zhang Shans eyes. Stay calm! Right at the brink of a crisis, he moved at an incredible speed, avoiding Atos wild attack. Zhang Shan could only disce himself a short distance, but in space, he appeared light and floating. A life-saving move indeed. It was just that... Staying alive alone was of no use. Having forced Zhang Shan to use his ability, Atos was feeling full of himself. He could maintain his speed for some time. Chapter 287: Winning on the Brink Chapter 287: Winning on the Brink Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The mech hung mid-space. Atos was getting ready to deliver the fatal blow. He looked mockingly at Zhang Shan, as if he was in a game of catch. He was not going to get away this time around. The mech boomed. The Avnche mech cut through space like a ray of light, charging at Zhang Shan,unching a full blow to take Zhang Shan out in a single attack. Zhang Shans energy shield was ready. High speed attacks could not destroy his energy shield. This was the one thing that Zhang Shan was able to do. In a match like this, using the energy shield would cause half the energy of the mech to deplete. The high-speed Avnche suddenly pulled up a few meters in front of Zhang Shan,ser cannons aimed at him. Everyone in the arena held their breaths. They all thought that Atos would use his beam saber to cut Zhang Shan to death; they didnt expect Atos to remain so calm at this juncture. Laser cannon. The Avnche mech was not so good at long range firing. The cannons were powerful but had slow firing speeds. Nobody had expected Atos to turn his greatest weakness into his greatest strength. The abrupt stop caught everyone by surprise, but while charging at Zhang Shan, theser cannons had umted energy. The beam sabers were just a decoy. "Go to hell, dumbass!" Energy shields were of no use in such close range firing. It was a much wiser option than the beam saber. With energy shields on, and with so little reaction time given, Zhang Shans mech couldnt do a thing before theser fired. But... Zhang Shans mech had disappeared. Just as theser cannon fired into the vacuum. Zhang Shan appeared behind Atos. "Youre too stupid for this!" Beam saber attack! Boom... The Avnche mech imploded. Roar... Zhang Shan roared wildly. This was his first meaningful victory! He was drenched in sweat from excitement. He had finally experienced the feeling Wang Zheng so often described. The more crucial things became, the more excited he felt, and the calmer the mind got. The curious mix of excitement and calmness had reached a level beyond the soulsprehension. His mind could suddenly work, and in that most crucial moment, even his abilities improved and allowed him to disce for a second time. A key breakthrough. He had finally gotten a taste of this feeling of victory. Winning by 0.1 seconds! If he was any slower, Zhang Shan would most certainly have been blown to bits, but that was just the essence of it! Only the Barton mech remained in the air. "Winner: Zhang Shan." Su Yan gave a look of surprise. Two discements in a short span of time. Zhang Shan had again shown improvement. Even though it was just one time more than before, it was definitely a huge leap. In terms of potential, theyd gone one level up. Given the issue with Wang Zheng, he thought that the Earthlings would lose their will to fight, but instead, their potential was unleashed. Regardless of selection results, Zhang Shan was bound to enter the list of key candidates the army was to nurture. Zhang Shan stepped out of the mech hanger into a round of rapturous apuse and cheers! He was brought into the selection by Wang Zheng and was doubted by many. It had been extremely stressful, but after this match, there shouldnt be anyone whod doubt him anymore. Yuan Ye gave Zhang Shan two hard punches on his shoulder. "w\Wow, dude! Youre the second Wang Zheng, eh! Ares College is reallying through this time, eh!" "Great fight, Zhang Shan!" Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were truly happy for him. It was a calm and swift fight, luring the enemy in and taking him out in a single blow. ssic. "Haha, I remembered Wang Zhengs secret technique at the veryst minute. Tsk tsk, real useful. It was enough to beat up trash like Atos." Atos charged out at him like a mad dog from the other simtion pod. "That didnt count! Again!" But Masasi and friends held him back. If he continued to behave like that, he would embarrass everybody. Atos was capable, but he had gotten ahead of himself. Milo took a quick nce at Achilles and saw the disappointment in his eyes. She knew that he had given up on Atos. A person like that did not deserve to remain by his side. Zhang Shan had put up an exciting fight, showing everyone that even without Wang Zheng, Earth was not to be trifled with. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, was getting ready to face his final opponent: Mechanic. Why the name "Mechanic"? That was because, on Mansuo, the best pilot was known as Mechanic, and so that person would use that as his ID. Using the ID without any capabilities would only invite sneering and mockery, but having real capabilities meant suppressing the opponent. Invitation to the final match. Mechanic was to initiate and pick the battle map... New York Defense Battle. A ssic city battle scene. What was that? This terrain was undoubtedly most suited for the Wind God. This Mechanics arrogance was way off the charts. Titus smiled, rxed, waiting for his opponent to arrive. What surprised him most was how amon match like that had managed to attract more than 30 million viewers. What a joke. Having 10 million viewers was insane. To think so many people would tune in to this. And so, he was excited! From the fact that he dared to use the ID "Mechanic", it was clear that he was a confident and showy person. He could only dwell on how to beat his opponent into a pulp. The Wind God, a bunny-like thing, jumping all over the ce. He would use the de Demon to teach his opponent a good lesson! The staff of OMG was also waiting for the live broadcast toe through. They knew very well that Skeletons performance would give them something special. Ye Zisu, together with everyone else, held her hands tightly, bursting with pride. The Wind God had already proven that CTs poprity at this stage was unimportant, but as her "first-born" design, Ye Zisu naturally hoped that the Wind God could continue to bask in glory. The de Demon was no doubt a ssic mech. It was considered quite a piece of work in the entire Milky Ways mech design industry, a masterpiece created by the top mech designing team from Scissors Co. in Mansuo, and a breakthrough in mech movement. Nheless, Ye Zisu was confident in her Wind God. The Wind God was harder to control than the de Demon. It was difficult to grasp the timing that the maic sources should be deployed. That part really required a lot more practice to master, and it was also the reason why the Wind God was considered a high-end mech. "Mechanic, block his discement. Dont give this guy any chance to jump all over the ce. A mech like the Wind God will lose its fighting capabilities once its movement is blocked." "Dont worry. Given the de Demons discement speed, the Wind God doesnt stand a single chance. Just look at what hes dealing with!" The two mech warriors showed up at the same time in New York City, under tens of thousands of watchful eyes. Mentuo and his gang were considered masters, but they were still a notch below Mechanic. The Kings had ranks within, and when Mechanic used the de Demon, he was truly invincible. "The key to this match lies with discement!" Old Deer said, providing a rather professional viewpoint. "Skeleton should maintain a good distance right from the start. The de Demon is able to use its discement more often, but the Wind God is definitely better in terms of agility. Youve got to show it!" Old Deer sounded confident, though he felt nervous inside. This was the first time he ced bets on Skeleton, and it would be depressing if he lost. "Old Deer, no fear! You should have believed that Skeleton was the eternal victor long ago, hah!" Yao Ailun was rather chirpy. He had received a detailed analysis of the de Demon mech. Chen Xiu had sent him a copy. Now that he was a frencementator, Yao Ailuns poprity at school sky-rocketed, and he could be considered a famous person. "Dont be superstitious!" "Hahah.. you were right, this is a battle of distance. The one who controls the distance will be the one to control how this battle goes." Wang Zheng rode the Wind God towards the de Demon. Neither party seemed to have any intentions of going around. The de Demon was clearly confident in his own judgement and techniques, or he wouldnt have picked a battle scene that would suit the Wind God. Watching the Wind Gode towards him, Titus smile grew wide. Boom... The de Demon attacked. The de Demon mech was one size bigger than the Wind God, but it was faster in both attack and activating its discement. Faced with the de Demons charge, the Wind God picked up speed too. Zoom! The Hundred Refinement des were drawn. Ratatat ratatat ratatat... The two mecha were now just tens of meters apart, and the Wind God still did not show signs of changing his direction of attack using the maic sources. Twenty meters. They were dangerously close now. The Wind God had to move quickly. But Skeletons Wind God continued to advance steadily, seemingly without a n. Was he going to battle head on? No way! Old Deers jaw dropped further and further down. He felt disconcerted. It seemed like the Skeleton still had a problem with him. The Wind God was a scout mech that needed to move around to find loopholes to attack; was Skeleton crazy enough to take on a fighter-type mech head on? Titus grinned coolly. You enjoy shows, dont you? Ill show you this time! Ten meters! It was time to move. In fact, the Wind Godsst chance to move. However, Skeleton seemed to be umting strength for a melee battle. That would kill him! The de Demon attacked. Zoom! Zoom! Zoom! The de Demon mech made an awesome triple Arc Slide, swiftly attacking three times a row. Bang... Bang... Two strikes missed as the Wind God blocked them with its ws. But parrying the de like that was just a decoyunched by Titus. By its third slide, the de Demon had arrived behind the Wind God, holding the Hundred Refined de with two hands, violently shing down! That was Titus favorite killer move -- a public execution! The crowd gaped. Old Deer was embarrassed. Facing the de Demon head on was a damned suicide mission! The de Demon had to be quick. He had easily suppressed the Wind God, but even fools knew to shy from weakness and disy strength. There was no use in wanting to deploy a maic source now. From a distance like that, deploying and catching up with the source would take time. It didnt matter how fast he was, the opponent was even faster. Skeleton was bound to be crushed. Old Deer stared hard. Damn it! Not using things at the right time! Would Skeleton finally be defeated this time? In an instant. Boom... The Wind God did not even look back. Itunched an instant back kick. Using the force to thrust himself forward, he pulled their distance apart immediately. Titus was d to be struck. Hah! Trying to y punk at this juncture? Do you think Im a newbie here? The de Demon kept control and glided over in a sh. The Hundred Refined de struck once more, this time with even greater force. However, the Wind God did not run. It turned back right at the same time. Boom... Leaning Landslide! Every w was a threat. The Wind God had a lower center of gravity, and with an instant discement at this distance, the Hundred Refined de had only justnded. A vigorous quake resounded. The de Demon took a few steps backwards. Just then, a ray of light shot past... the maic source. Chapter 288: Public Execution Chapter 288: Public Execution Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Hundred Refined de shed towards the sky, and in an instant, the maic source was destroyed. Numbnut. How could he possibly let this thing hit him? Titus took a few steps back and neutralised the force from the leaningndslide. It was a powerful strike, but the impact wasnt too bad in a CT backseat. This was a truly astounding mech that could share much of the pilots burden. Arc Slide Step! Given the mechs powers, this move was faster than the usual slide steps. The mech charged right at the Wind God. In a short distance like that, the maic source could only be used for an escape, and even then, it may not seed. Once such a move was made, the opponent would surely follow up and give chase endlessly. Zoom! Zoom! Zoom! The the des danced and waved in the air as the two shed. Neither of them used a shield, and one strike was all it would take for it to be over. Titus grew more and more excited as things went on. This guy had some great moves! A pro, it seemed. It wasnt easy to shun from his attacks, but his opponent was managing to maintain a fine control of the distance between them. He had surely heard of this one part of the world that was proficient in skills thought to be lost forever, something known as "martial arts", but either way, he couldnt be bothered with such nonsense. Mecha were king. Speed, uracy, and ruthlessness made the king invincible. In terms of moves, the mechs capabilities would allow one toe up with sequential moves and tactics. This "martial arts thingy" was simply a joke. Legend had it that this thing originated from Earth, and he didnt expect to face off against a weirdo like that towards the end of the event. The Hundred Refined de spun quicker and quicker, making a whirring sound as it cut through the air. Everybody watched as the Wind God dodged the knife from left to right, with a few close shaves. That wouldnt do. Dancing on the edge of the knife was too risky. He may get taken out any time! However, a dozen strikester, the Wind God remained unhurt, and everybodys hopes began to grow. Wild attacks were normally followed by retaliation. Mentuo and friends were pleased. "Were in luck today, Mechanic is taking this seriously now." "Tsk tsk. A rare urrence that happens once or twice a year. To think it could happen here." Zoom! The Hundred Refined de swept right across, forcing the Wind God to retreat and pulling their distance apart. It seemed like Mechanics energy was spent and it was time to blow the horns for a retaliation, when a bright ray of light erupted from the de Demon mech. "No! Quick, hide!" Yao Ailun jumped straight up in the broadcasting studio. Not many people were able make use of the de Demons additional functions. It carried the same effects as the Wind Gods emergency energy shields that activated at the veryst moment. Under non-stop high speed build up, the de Demons energy shield could be adjusted to a minimum, releasing the excess energy in the form of a typhoon! Zoom! A mini typhoon that was visible to the naked eye went spiraling towards the Wind God. An energy attack. The de Demon cackled and followed. Ill give you a taste of a show! This could never be dodged. The Wind God was swept up into the skies in just a sh. The de Demon caught up,unching him into the air. There was no chance of shunning in the air! The Imperial Dragons Soaring Attack! Shiver in fear, idiotic Earth people! You will never be able to achieve such great heights! The Hundred Refined de came chopping wildly at the Wind God. The mechs engines ran at its highest speed as it charged at the Wind God like a bull and burst all out in one go. All those attacks before this were actually just umting force! As the brightest pearl among the Mansuo Kings, Titus abilities were clear and true to his name. Nobody could block such an intense attack. Even masters from An had been in by him. Techniques like that only existed in legends. Only a world like CT could make ite alive. This was an art. This was perfection! Zoom zoom zoom... Sword light arched out. Stuck mid-air, Wang Zheng did not expect to face such an attack. A surprise energy typhoon was indeed unavoidable, and others would surely panic if swept up like that; they would be unable to move or find an entry point for force. But... nobody had ever said being swept up in the air would definitely mean getting beaten up. Up in the air, the Wind God waited for its opponent to strike. Its titanium ws sprang out. Regardless of the speed of the des, they were merely attacks. But if they couldnt be blocked, hed be dead. One strike, two strikes, three strikes... Thirteen violent blows, every blow blocked wlessly. This time around, the de Demon was truly spent. It was time to take control. The de Demon plummeted, while the Wind God made use of the opponents force to stay in the air. Just then, a maic source fired out. It was an old trick, and the de Demon could only attempt to block it. The maic source trapped the Hundred Refined de, and the Wind God descended from above. Boom... A violent sh aimed directly at the de Demon. The mech retreated quickly, but the Wind God gave chase like the wind, kicking it on the side. The tumbling de Demon lost its bnce and fell on its back. Titus tried to take control, but he had used up too much energy in his earlier moves. Even after using all his might, he was unable to act as he wished. The Wind Gods maic source flew out again. Bang! The mech fell right down. Boom! The de Demon was floored. He quicklyshed around him with the Hundred Refined de sweeping around. Titus was stunned at what had just happened. Yet right at this moment, the Wind God leapt, tossing a maic source to the left and another to the right. Left or right? Titus clenched his teeth. Watching his opponents moves, he violently struck down on the left. However, he hit empty air. The Wind God had gone to his right. Its ws came down, and the Hundred Refined de was knocked flying into the walls. The Wind Godnded right on the de Demon and retracted its ws. A breathtaking pause. Boom Boom Boom Boom Boom ... Boxing time! The Wind God struck left and right, raining blow after blow on the de Demon. Truth be told, that wasnt any technique. Just primitive, violent punches. Titus tried pushing the Wind God away, but every time he lifted his head, he would be punched back into the ground. The de Demon lifted its legs in an attempt to flip the Wind God off, only to realise that it was stuck waist down. iling its legs like a roach was of no use. "Damn. Thats harsh! Our international friend wont dare toe back again." Hammer couldnt help but giggle. Even Prince chuckled. He knew that Skeleton was avenging him. When it came to respectable opponents, Skeleton would definitely show respect. However, this type of opponent was simply asking for it. Titus had a hatred of being violently attacked and struggled with all his might. He used all sorts of methods and tactics, only to be easily blocked, locked, swept, and swiped away by the Wind God. Every time he fought back, he received a violent beating on his face. Empty-handed and full of energy, his mech should;ve had an advantage and shouldnt have been suppressed by the opponent this way. However, every move it made was blocked and followed by a round of harsh blows. After struggling a dozen times, Titus was finally beat in. He still had strength left in him, but he had already lost all hope. His opponent was hanging him up for a beating. With unimaginable techniques that were way beyond hisprehension. On Earth, martial arts were found in many forms, such as wrestling, and were practiced by many pilots, including CT yers, on top of their gym routines. This was prominent in the Sr System. However, the understanding of the anatomy and the actual control of the mech were two separate issues that were pretty much of no use in battles. Yet the Wind God had managed to show, for once, martial arts in the mech world. It was untrue that martial arts were useless. It was just that physically wrestling was different from wrestling in mecha. The concept itself was not the same, and required a different understanding. But when you got around to it, the tables would turn. An agile mech like the Wind God, when maneuvered by a pilot like that, was simply invincible. Wang Zheng could feel his opponents desperation and hopelessness. He deployed maic sources, and the Wind God leapt right onto them to remove the Hundred Refined de from the wall. The de Demonid quietly on the floor the whole time. It did not struggle. Sometimes, struggling would only bring more suffering. Wang Zheng walked over slowly, the Hundred Refined de held high above his head, reflecting a cold ray of light. A public execution! The suppressed viewers on Earth wentpletely wild. Whod asked this guy to behave in such a cocky way? Theres a price to pay for acting like that! Skeleton was the spiritual warrior of the people! An attack made in silence. Both opponents and teammates were deeply astounded by this scene. A scene that would forever be etched in their minds. Mansuo can pack up and go home! Cheers erupted from every corner. Old Deer couldnt contain his joy any longer. He won! It felt weird, but for once, he didnt have to eat another milk carton. It wouldnt matter if Mechanic ate the milk cartons. Eating would mean he was a credible man. Not eating would only go to show that he was weaker than newbs. But it was clear that not everybody was as credible as Old Deer. Following their defeat, Titus and gang went offline right away, without giving any opportunities for an interview. "Our counterparts from Mansuo are beyond unprofessional! Where are the milk cartons theyve promised!?" Yao Ailun couldnt help but feel enraged. That was a key part of the show that many were waiting to see. Old Deer was betweenughter and tears. Yao Ailun looked embarrassed, but regardless, he would never eat the boxes on others behalf. You could do anything for others, but not this. A morous, glorious victory. Yet it was hardly a challenge for Wang Zheng. He was just avenging his friend, battling a little bit. Even so, he felt a urge within, and all he wanted was to quickly get back to the training camp. Only challenges had meaning to him. Space battles made up half the battlefield, and he could never let himselfck in that area. Right at that moment, Aina and Lin Huiyin joyfully ran over with smiles on their faces. Wang Zheng knew that they were happy not because of how exciting the match was, but because he had won. With Huiyin around, Wang Zheng and Aina couldnt go overboard. Girls were easily embarrassed. Even if Student Wang were thick-skinned, he still couldnt bring himself to act so boldly. The thing was, thatss Lin Huiyin very muchcked awareness. She had not given the two of them any personal space, not even till the very end. Aina and Huiyin left first. They would return to An once Huiyin finished her concert tour and would then make arrangements for Wang Zheng toe to An as an exchange student. Wang Zheng felt warm at that very thought. The shipnded. Su Yan looked at a powerful Wang Zheng and smiled. "Lets go. The rest have been waiting for a long time." The General had given thisd preferential treatment, but as a soldier, he was only concerned with following orders and couldnt be bothered with other matters. Drachmach had received thanks from the other party. "Thanks a lot for this, General Drachmach." "Heh. Its not an issue, not an issue." "Oh, no, I owe you a debt. Ill repay you in due time." The Skylink ended. Drachmach was bewildered. How very interesting! How had Wang Zheng attracted the attention of the An military? Chapter 289: Big Ambitions of a Small Character Chapter 289: Big Ambitions of a Small Character Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas A small favor in exchange for an An Admirals personal debt was extremely worthwhile. Three days were really short, but for the people in the training camp, it meant that they had improved by leaps and bounds. They were all going through a transformation, and each and every day was precious. Especially for Zhang Shan. Winning battles gave Zhang Shan confidence as well as fame. Nobody dared to say that he was there just by fortune anymore. Atos, on the other end, was utterly embarrassed. Many couldnt put up with his bad temper, saying he was not suited for a team. Plus, he was way too petty, bearing grudges over little things for a long time. Failure was nothing to be afraid of. Hard work could make up for things, and people who worked hard after failing were definitely much more respectable. However, in subsequent training sessions, Atos waszy and uncooperative, making the Moon team feel helpless. Eventually, Achilles had an outburst. He chided Atos harshly in front of everyone else. If Atos refused to work hard, hed have to leave. This was the Moons main battle. Achilles had ster results, and even though Lie Xin and Lear were not too bad themselves, they were still far from Achilles. The Moon team had put up a skillful performance and were rather stunning, but Atos was being that one ck sheep. It was evident that Achilles wanted to conquer people from both Earth and the Moon. In a team, he would need someone with abilities like Zhang Shans, which woulde in handy in An. As team leader, his vision could not be limited to the Moon. Depending solely on the Moon would not win him anything in the Milky Way. And so, he had to stand on higher ground, which was also why he had been able to put up with these people. Atos existence was ruining this part of the picture, and he needed some reminder. Lear was tormented on Earth and had returned in defeat. He could be considered useless and was at disadvantage in the fight to be team leader. That fatty, Luo Fei, however, had been doing well. His results steadily maintained in the top ten. Luo Fei and Zhang Shan were indeed two dark horses that came out of nowhere. One was vulgar, and the other mboyant. But all of this was just a facade. They both had rtively consistent performances in their battles. In crucial times, excitement coulde in two forms. One was crazy and mindless. The other was a me thatbined the extreme physical anxiety with the minds calmness. Thetter was the best battle condition. Atos was proven to be the former. He could never be an elite. Everybody could see this problem, but nobody said a thing about it. After their training, Atos went drinking alone to drown his sorrows. It was actually prohibited during training, but he couldnt be bothered. "How uninteresting to drink alone. Here, Ill apany you," said Taros as he walked in. Over the past few days, all his friends had been indifferent to him, as if he was the only one at fault. All except Taros. "Forget it. Youll be punished if we are discovered. Ill drink alone." "What are you saying? If I cant even share that burden, Im not a friend," Taros chuckled, taking over the bottle. Atos felt warm inside. Truth be told, he was most strongly against Taros being part of the team at first. He thought Taros to be a scheming person, but knowing a person for a long time did not mean knowing his true nature. When he encountered difficulties, his so-called friends had disappeared. All they said was to "stay calm". Calm my foot! "You should try to understand Achilles. He wants to achieve great things, so there has to be some sacrifice. Hes not simply taking his anger out on you," said Taros. "Heck. He can do whatever the hell he likes. Why should I be sacrificed? I assisted him with all my heart, and yet he embarrassed me in front of everyone! Hes no friend of mine! He can go to hell! Taros, you should be wary. Ive been with him for many years, yet he did that to me. Youve only been around for a little while; who knows when youll be sacrificed!" Atos eyes shone begrudgingly. The Moon people were now enjoying their glory days. Atos had worked the hardest to help Achilles in his fight, but now, as the others continued basking in glory, he was being abandoned. "Sigh. I chose to follow Achilles because I thought he was a loyal friend. Thats also why I gave up running for team leader. Seeing you like that, Im starting to have second thoughts. That guy is way too cruel. He appears smiley all the time, but hes pretty cold. Even Lie Xin and Lear are better." "That slutty Lie Xin does have good looks, but too bad none of the Martians are good people. Lear, on the other hand, is pretty scary. He stands a chance." Atos bounced back up. Why should others give up on him? He wanted to fight for himself. "But that stupid fatso..." "No need to worry about the small things in our fight to achieve great things! That fatso is nothing with the two of us around. We can hold our own fort since Lear is no longer as strong as he was." "That makes sense. Hes the most shorthanded now. We can try to win some votes for him and let you have the opportunity to advance. He should be more than happy to have that." "What about you?" Atos said shyly. "Ill give you a push first, and you can help meter. We can work hard together!" Atos said, full of sincerity. "My brother! Such loyalty! Here, have another!" Atosughed. He felt as if he had been given a new lease on life. Why should he slog for Achilles? There were many others who were capable of bing team leader. Trying to get rid of him? Not so easy! A few sses of wer, Taros eyes narrowed and gleamed like venomous snakes. "Wang Zheng will be returning to the team tomorrow. I wonder how hes adjusted," said Zhang Shan. "Sigh. How could such shorings be revealed in crucial times like that? He definitely wont make leader if the problem isnt resolved." Yuan Ye felt it was a pity too. It was such a great opportunity. They had just seen the silver lining before, but now it was gone. Moreover, the trip held their training back a fair bit. It was difficult for them to catch back up. This was the Moon peoples turf. There werent many opportunities lying around. Yuan Ye, Song Li, and gang felt down. They were considered marginalized from the whole group. To put it simply, people like them who came from small countries had to build a strong rtionship with the future leader, as it would affect their development down the road. They had pinned all their hopes on Wang Zheng, but Wang Zheng had suddenly revealed such a huge shoring. Zhang Shan did not think that far. He had a simple mindset: fight where there are battles. There was no need to think about anything in the future; everything would turn out for the best. Meng Tian, Lie Xin, Milo, and Zhang Runan shared a dormitory room. As the only four girls, theyd all managed to stay around, and with results better than many other boys. Rather formidable and mighty! There was no doubt that Milo was dead loyal to Achilles, so there was no need for Lie Xin to even try. However, she was almost desperate to have Zhang Runan on her side. Even though their styles were different, that didnt stop Lie Xin and Meng Tian from building a good rtionship. Given Meng Tians capabilities, she would do pretty well in the future. Bing a female general wouldnt be much of a problem. Earth had a weird system. They had to ensure that there were females among their leaders to maintain a certain bnce and rationale. The Meng family was well-known on Earth, and Meng Tian had Ability X. It would all happen naturally. "Runan, I admire Wang Zheng very much too. But youve got to know that a team leader has to be all-rounded. Shorings like that wont do. Even if his problem is cured, theres no guarantee it wouldnt rpse. You should all join me. Well make it to An together. Martians mean every single word they say!" Lie Xin had a very gracious character indeed. She was eclectic. It was a pity she was knocking on the wrong door. Zhang Runan was very quiet after her training. A huge contrast to her ability andpetition item. "Not interested. Plus, its only just begun. A small setback like that wont stop Wang Zheng," Zhang Runan said calmly. Lie Xin had been asking rather fiercely these couple of days, and those who didnt know better could well think that Lie Xin was asking her out. "Meng Tian, youre the most cool-headed. Analyze and tell me. Isnt it true that well only stand a chance if we form an alliance? Unless you want to join Lear. Then Ill keep my mouth shut. But even though Im a Martian, Im definitely more reliable than Lear will ever be," Lie Xin had uncourteously made Lear the bad person. Meng Tian was looking at some data and looked up upon hearing that. Seeing how Lie Xin behaved in such a straightforward manner in front of Milo, she didnt know whether tough or cry. "Well wait for Wang Zhengs return before deciding. Well support his choice, no matter what." Meng Tians words showed their stance. Ares College would follow Wang Zheng. Lie Xin nodded. So she would just have to take care of Wang Zheng. If shed known that earlier, shed have done something about it back on Mars. It was a surprise that thisd was at such a level and had such persistent followers. It was too bad. She could seduce men, but the same tricks just wouldnt work on women. Because of what happened with Atos, Milo couldnt say a thing. The Moon and Earths ties were considered cut. She didnt know what went wrong with Atos either. While he has always been impatient, he had never gone to such extremes. Wang Zheng was back, and trainingmenced as per usual. While others trained, Wang Zheng did some basic tests. Su Yan was rather pleased with the results. After a few hours of familiarisation and tests, Wang Zhengs skill level had hit the mark. Was the short period of rest really that useful? Anyhow, it was indescribable. Wang Zheng had found himself again. There was no need for him to spend energy on the unknown, or on things he didnt understand. With his mental condition unaffected, his moves were all routine. Moreover, space was the most suitable ce for him to disy his qualities. No resistance. It was a super show. But Wang Zheng was unlike Zhang Shan. He had no intention of showing off everywhere. Still, space battles were very useful. "Lets wee Wang Zheng back. This afternoon, well go straight into teams for battles," Su Yan said. Everyones attention was on Wang Zheng. Theyd thought that the focus would be on Achilles, Lear, and the rest, but right from the very beginning, Wang Zheng had managed to pull up some great antics, be it battling or making mistakes. "Wang Zheng, all good? Were all just waiting for you!" Zhang Shan cheerfully embraced Wang Zheng. In terms of mock battles, the team led by Achilles had the best results. Achilles also had the best individual score. The trainer had given him the highest score in the whole segment. He was undoubtedly the most capable and calm. Next up was Lear, followed by Lie Xin. The three of them took turns to lead, and each had opportunities to perform. Another three days went by, and the Moon training came to an end. Achilles came out on top in the run for team leader. He had umted 93 points. Coming close was Lear. Lear had a cool temperament, and even though he spoke very little, he achieved many things. Of course, it was partly also because Achilles saw Lie Xin as his mainpetition. Lear had been defeated on his home ground, Earth, and so everybody had overlooked him. He had a score of 89 points, and even though they were just 4 points apart, it was evident from the training that Lear could only be number two. Achilles was in control of the situation, and Lear could only pick up what was left behind. Chapter 290: Super Counterattack Chapter 290: Super Counterattack Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lie Xin came in third, at 85 points. It was a good score, but it wasnt easy for her to catch up with the rest. Although Wang Zheng did pretty well and was qualified to run, he had missed out on too many training sessions. 65 points was a already a shockingly high score, but it was clear that he was no longer fit topete and could only hope for a show downmatch in the end. The teams were pretty much already formed by this stage of training. Achilles team: Taros, Milo, Masasi, Dong Xiaosa, Atos, Pi Xiaoxiu, Lidius, Beibei, Rambo. (10) Lears team: Luo Fei, Aloman, Stocker, Edison, Zhe Er, Qian Jin, Tolosky. (8) Lie Xins team: Lie Guang, Raston, Lin Ruofeng, Carl, Ma Hong. (6) Wang Zhengs team: Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, Zhang Runan, Yuan Ye , Song Li, Zhao Wanxin, Qu Qiuzhi. (8) Having been through so many rounds of selections, the Moon people were still in the lead, their capabilities overpowering all others. Su Yan looked at the crowd and said, "Today, we shall decide on who will represent the Moon as the leader. Youve all practiced a great deal using space mecha and have mastered some space battle tactics. Even though we cant be sure theylle into y at the IG match, these are essential skills for any soldier." Su Yan paused and looked around the room. Zhang Shan felt sorry. If only they could be given a little more time. Hed obtain rather high scores and could help Wang Zhengs team score better. However, there was only so much one person could do. Wang Zheng had made a strongeback, but there werent many opportunities for them to exhibit their skills. Plus, it was undeniable that some people couldnt help but lose faith after he suddenly fell short. The team leader was not allowed to drop the ball. Not even once. It was the same as Lear losing Earths vote of confidence. Everybodys take on his skill level took a sudden drop. "Pirates Assault Simtion. Mission: to rescue the hostages and take out the pirates!" Wang Zheng, Lear, Lie Xin, and Achilles, the four candidates for team leader, were each allowed to choose five people to form a tactical team for this mission. Time taken, casualties, and overall effect were all taken into ount for this assessment. The other team members were to stand by and watch. Since he no longer stood much of a chance, Wang Zheng went in with the mentality to train and didnt pick Zhang Shan and Meng Tian. Instead, he brought Zhang Runan, Yuan Ye, and his gang for the test. It was a miracle that Yuan Ye and friends could even make it to this stage, and since theyd alreadye so far, they naturally wanted to continue making miracles. They didnt think that Wang Zheng would choose them. Lear and Lie Xin both picked their strongest teammates. Achilles, however, was in a dilemma. While others were shorthanded, he had too many people to choose from. "Boss, Id like to go, to take revenge!" Atos said, standing up. Achilles had already picked Milo and Taros, and for this final mission, he didnt want to let his guard down, so Atos... was not on his list. He failed to notice that in his hesitation, the look in Atos eyes turned evil. "Heh, let hime. The others wont stand a chance as long as we keep a steady footing," said Taros. Achilles nodded. "This shall be your battle of redemption, Atos. Youve got to do well." Atos nodded. Pi Xiaoxiu and Masasi were up too. This was the strongestbination of the Eight Stars. The four team leaders began at the same time. Space mecha sped towards the pirate ship, and before long, the pirates noticed them. A huge number of unmanned space fighter crafts emerged, and at the same time, theser cannons on the ship took aim at the iing mecha. It wasmon for space fighter crafts to use and safeguard firepower, but they could not board the ship for a battle. Space mecha, however, could battle on both ends. The two were pretty much the same in terms of space capabilities, but the mecha were harder to control. This was not a problem for this group of elites. They all excelled in this. Extreme speed! Achilles team was indeed a lot sharper in their flight skills. Atos, Taros, and gang were all specialised in speed and were extremely quick and agile in space. The others followed closely behind. "Wang Zheng, you should have let Zhang Shane on this mission. Doing this will make your standing fall in the eyes of the trainers!" Yuan Ye said. Wang Zheng chuckled. "Were a team, and training opportunities should be fair. I think this opportunity is more important for you guys. Plus, Zhang Shan has already advanced to the next stage." Yuan Ye and friends were moved. They had all shuffled between teams, but Wang Zheng has always treated them the same. In a match like that, whether or not there was a chance to win, others would pick their own people, pick the best, so as to leave a good impression on the trainers and win some points at least. Yet Wang Zheng gave this opportunity to them because the General was going to watch it. For people like them, who came from far flungs, leaving a good impression on the General was exceptionally important. Wang Zhengs choice took Drachmach by surprise too. Half of him admired his choice, while the other half wanted to criticize him. It was a good thing to give other team members a chance, but the military was still very much about true capabilities. Wang Zheng was not doing his best here. Team Achilles was first to make it through the ambush, sessfully boarding the pirates ship. The six of them were rather in sync, firing almost at the same time. The bombardingsers blew a hole through and the six mech warriors rushed in immediately. In an instant, pirate mech fighters came pouring out of the same exit. Achilles and gang had put on an imposing fight. They charged right ahead, with Taros and Atos leading, using their advantage in speed to pave the way for the rest. Achilles was rather pleased with Taros. His presence did not ruin the atmosphere, and he even charged ahead with full awareness. Achilles had a selfish reason too. He wanted to keep his own people safe while making sure the team had the capabilities to fight. This was for now and for all future battles. "General, Achilles is leading by a great deal. Once hepletes this mission, he will be the true number one. Itll be done once he wins on Mars," said Su Yan, smiling. Drachmach nodded. Right about then, signals from the base entered. Meng Ao and Lie Wuqing were here to watch the final training too. The Moon had the best equipment, which was why they were in charge of this training program. Space battles had yed rather significant roles in IG battles in the past few years. "Oh. Wang Zhengs performance seems to becking," Lie Wuqing said, surprised. "He encountered some problems during the space adjustment phase and was held back by a couple of days. Hes recovering quite well, but it seems like theres not much of a chance for him in this battle." Meng Ao noticed the team members Wang Zheng had picked. He had left Meng Tian and Zhang Shan, the highest scoring members on his team, on the bench! Had he given in to despair? Evidently not. They were all fighting very seriously, and Wang Zheng was giving rather reasonablemands. They were not entirely going for speed. Was he giving those with lower scores a chance to fight in a real battle? It was clear that crucial moments like that were more useful in training others. Wang Zheng was just short of one vote to be team leader. While the difference was big, it wasnt entirely impossible, but his performance seemed pretty calm. At this age, being able to keep calm and remain patient was a quite a virtue. Meng Aoid eyes on Achilles. The control of his mech was simply perfect! The most crucial fight on the pirate ship began. Achilles disyed his might. Perfect controls, terrifying moves and uracy, unrivalled both far and near. This was the might of the Sun God. The rest were a step behind, and Lear came in closest. Fatty Luo Fei was quite ferocious, and youd have to admit that Lear was pretty good, having followers who did so well. Lear took the lead in his team and gave everything he could. It was a pity he waspeting with Achilles and could never stand a chance. Achilles gathered a huge amount of firepower. Atos and Taros burst out of the blockade and dashed right to the front. They were arriving at their final destination. The three generals looked at each other. "Our Achilles has gotten this vote. Hes almost performed perfectly this whole time. He possesses both the perfectbination of a strong individual and team yer." Drachmach had just finished his sentence when something happened. Everybody was shocked. Atos and Taros opened their full fire, wildly bombarding thest guardsmen. But... they didnt hold on to any firepower. Atos had used up all of his ammunition. What the... the cabin was fired open alright, but the people inside... had turned into mash??? Mission End -- Failure! Achilles and friends looked at each other, unable to believe what just happened. They had used the shortest, possibly record-breaking, time to break in, and were just about to rescue the hostages with no casualties, but... Atos!!! Achilles couldnt hold it in and yelled, "What the heck are you doing!?" Atos was still for moment. His heart pounded hard against his chest. He couldnt believe he had really done that! It was just a fleeting moment of absence. Atos grinned. He could bid his old self farewell now. "Ah, my apologies, the great Achilles, my lord. Your servant deserves death for using too much firepower by ident," Atos said mockingly. That line startled everybody, but seeing the evil look on Atos grimacing face, he... he had done that on purpose! "Atos... Why?" Achilles never expected his long time friend to turn out this way, doing something like that at the most crucial moment. "What why? Who do you think you are? Ive been true and loyal to you, but you? Trampling down on me in times of need! Sun God? My ass! Why should I be sacrificed for your cause? I am every bit as capable as you!" Agitated, Atos spat the truth out. Taros grinned coldly. What an idiot. Courting his own death. Just as Lear expected. He had asked Lear at first, whether they should take Atos in. But Lear merely shook his head. Now he understood why. Atos didnt stand a chance at all. He was definitely going to be kicked out. Lears team erupted in cheers. He hadpleted the mission smoothly. It was clear that he was going to overtake Achilles as number one after this. Most importantly, Achilles name had suffered a huge blow. The so-called Eight Stars of the Moon were only worth so much in this situation. Lie Xin was a tadte. She didnt expect to win any votes here. Wang Zheng sessfullypleted the mission too. Even though they didnte in first, Yuan Ye and gang were extremely excited. Due to having been through this battle, they were more familiar with each other and had each learned something about fighting. Most importantly, being on the field had helped them build confidence. Chapter 291: A Showdown on Mars Chapter 291: A Showdown on Mars Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas A Showdown on Mars Even though they had onlye in fourth, they could still hear Zhang Shan cheering enthusiastically for them. Their hearts felt warm. .... wait a moment, they were not fourth. Theypleted the mission, while Team Achilles failed. The three generals had seen a great many things in their tenure, but they never expected such a change to arise. Even though their expressions remained the same, their moods were greatly affected. Especially Drachmachs. He had always been proud of two things: Achilles skills and the Moons unity. But they had an internal strife even before they left the Sr System. Everybody was called to assemble. The Moon team looked awful. They had lost in such a ridiculous way. They were so close to putting victory in their pockets, but now it was all gone. Achilles handsome face did not show a single emotion. In the end, Lear came in at 94 points, beating Achilles by just one point. Su Yan announced the results expressionlessly. Lear had won the vote on the Moon. Losing on Earth was nothing, but now they had this. Lear had silently but surely turned the tables around. "On top of that, Atos is immediately disqualified for sabotaging his team," Su Yan said coolly. If it was just a mistake, theyd have deducted a few points at most. But Atos outburst at the end was clearly a deliberate act. There wasnt even a need for exnation. Just disqualification. In that instant, Atos felt as if he had been sent to a frozen hell, and it was then that he woke up. Everyone had made it. Only he was disqualified. Milo looked at him helplessly and sympathetically. Theyve been friends for so long, but nobody could go up to him at this moment. Achilles had actually been defending him all this time. Hed even stood up for him, but there was a limit to his patience. Atos had lost his grip on himself and spiraled into despair. Atos wasnt like that in the past. Milo nced cooly at Taros, who had been close to Atos. Taros appeared calm and didnt even look at Atos once. In times like these, as a true friend, he should console Atos no matter what. Nobody said a word, and nobody showed him concern. Atos felt as if his energy had beenpletely drained and fell to the ground. Su Yan frowned. How did someone so uselesse from the Moon? With a wave, hemanded soldiers to carry Atos away. The Moons glory waspletely lost in front of the two generals, Meng Ao and Lie Wuqing. "Now, Wang Zheng and Lear have a vote each. Lear, you can choose one person to advance directly." Lear walked up, smiling. "Edison." The whole arena fell silent. Edison??? How was that right? Not Luo Fei? Edison was considered the cushion among all those who were left. Bringing him to An? Had he gone mad? Even Edison himself was shocked. How could it be him? Lear smiled. "This was not a fair training for Edison. He is the strongest amongst us in terms of electronic warfare and mechanics. I believe aplete team needs someone of his caliber." The whole room was now filled with whispers. Lear did not choose Luo Fei, who was his own man, but instead chose Edison from Caragal. And it seemed that he knew and trusted Edison well. Compared to Lear, Achilles was aplete mess. Luo Fei patted the stunned Edison. "Im envious, jealous, and green! Congrattions! Dinners on you, eh?" Despite what he just said, the fatty was full of sincere smiles. He was not envious at all. Some people may sound dignified but carry ill intentions. In that moment, everybodys view of Lear changed. All of a sudden, Taros stood out. "Lear is a deserving leader. I have failed to find a sense of belonging on Achilles team. As team leader, there shouldnt be a division based on nationality. I support Lear." In a time like this, Taros changed sides, giving Achilles a fatal stab in his back. He had isted the Moon team while pushing Lear to new heights. Lear maintained a sincere smile. "I am stillcking in many areas, but I am willing to work hard with everybody. I believe that as long as we remain united as one, we will definitely achieve great results at An!" Zhang Shan pouted. "How nicely put! My ass! Why do I keep feeling that something is amiss?" But regardless of how he felt, Lear had managed to turn things around. His glory was unparalleled. The Moon people were unable to react or snap back. They had made aplete and utter mess on their main battleground. In that instant, Achilles understood what had happened. Lear had been feigning weakness all this while, right from their exchange on Earth. He was aware of that for the first few months, but as time passed, he naturally forgot about Lear. And now, he had a heavy price to pay. Lear, Lear. The toughest rival from the Sr System. His ability to endure so much in silence had reached a whole new peak. Milo saw through the schemes as well. Just what sort of a person was Taros? All of this only went to show that things had been pre-arranged. How scheming! How did he put up with everything till now? Watching the smiley fatty Luo Fei, she sensed that everything that happened on Earth was pre-arranged, too. It was just that Lear had miscalcted and didnt expect Wang Zheng to enter the picture and snatch that victory from him. Otherwise, hed have been the leader by now. What a cruel, terrifying man! It was too bad that not many were able to see what really happened. All this time, Lear smiled peacefully, epting others congrattions. He was never attached to material things and never pitied himself. He was able to remain cool-headed whether he won or lost. Who could have thought that two people from Earth would have won two votes? Thepetition had be confusing and hard to unravel. Lie Wuqing smiled. "Seems like we can only tell their capabilities apart when we get to Mars! This is a really interesting batch. Weve got all sorts of people. Meng Ao, your Earthlings especially, eh!" "Lie Wuqing, just speak your mind, no need to scold people indirectly," Meng Ao said coolly. The whole process did not escape the three veteran generals. That was in itself a capability. Without patience and a big picture view, theyd only be disqualified at the end of the day. Their personal liking aside, Lear was indeed more suited as team leader. Such high levels of endurance and such long term nning were not things an ordinary person could achieve. "Wang Zheng, somethings amiss. That guy, Lear, hes on fire," Zhang Shan said worriedly. And there was practically nobody who disliked him. Wang Zheng smiled and shook his head. "Hes really pretty good. Its just too bad..." "Too bad?" Zhang Shan was puzzled, but Wang Zheng stopped there. To Zhang Shan and Meng Tian, the world was perhaps a simple ce. However, for Wang Zheng, whod been through down-trodden times, especially without parents by his side, he had to rely on himself for the most part. Growing up, Old Merchant proved to be aplex character, even bipr, and sometimes just wanted the world to burn. He didnt doubt Taros character much, but Luo Feis actions on Earth were a tad too obvious. Now that Lear had used up all his aces, it was too bad he had only managed to get one vote and not the final victory. Plus, seeing how things had unfolded, Wang Zheng hoped even less for someone like that to be team leader. A scheming character like that may go far in politics, but it was of no use in helping the Sr System prevail in the IG match. Moreover, Lear had made a fatal mistake! Training on Mars. The final battle. The tie-breaking battle. Havingpleted their tour of the Moon, the Sr System Federations IG selection was now in its final stage. Some were happy and some were sad. But at the very least, the Moon people were made to keep their arrogance in check and even maintain a low profile. In fact, it was hard for them not to have a low profile. Lear had risen to be the champion. After travelling via Stars Airways from the Moon to Mars, they arrived at Spencer, the docking station outside Mars. This was a space station designed entirely in Martian style. Inside, the temperatures of the artificial sun were set way higher than other ces. All ships that came to Mars from the Milky Way had to stop by Spencer. If there was a need, passengers would usually choose to take Mars Intergctic Train to get to Mars surface. "Ill send you off from here. You guys can take the Intergctic Train to Watts City. Therell be someone there to tell you what to do next." Su Yan smiled. Arriving at Mars meant it was time to bid farewell. He gave a standard military salute, turned around, and left. Not a single bit wishy-washy. Even though he didnt say a thing, after having spent so much time together, he could feel just how powerful this group of youngsters was. Their attitudes and capabilities were clearly better than those who came before them. They could very well make miracles happen. They were the strongest pirs of strength for the future of the Sr System. The Intergctic Trains they were going to take were near the docks. A train would take off every five minutes, and it was pretty fast. A "Spencer-Mars" two way supply lineid parallel to the Intergctic Train, and a supply ship would zoom right by on the line every sixty seconds, transporting all sorts ofmodities from the Milky Way to Mars, and transporting Mars goods to Spencer and to the rest of the gxy. Compared to the extensive supply lines, the Intergctic Trains were nothing. They were merely used to transport passengers. Still, taking the Intergctic Trains was the best way to see Mars. The trains were different from shuttles and passenger ships. They were made up of individual space cabins, simr to ancient trains, except there werent any train tracks. They relied on the signals in space to create a specialised high-speed space tunnel and could transport passengers in a high-energy, fast, and cost-effective manner, unlike passenger ships that had to go throughplicated procedures for taking off andnding. Of course, renting a mini passenger ship was still the best option if you wanted to get to a particr spot on Mars within the shortest possible time. After arriving at Mars, Lie Xin naturally took the lead and guided the rest. They were finally on her turf. For the Martians, this too was a battle of life and death. Wang Zheng followed, swiping the Skylink transport card, making his way into the Intergctic Train station. "Earth cards are usable on Mars?" Zhang Shan asked, stunned. He followed Wang Zhengs footsteps, turned on the Skylinks transport function, and paid the entrance fees. He had just swiped the screens and yelled, "My God! 100 federation dors?" He turned around and saw Lie Guang using the Skylink on the gantry beside his. The screen showed a price of ten federation dors. "Thats exorbitant!" Zhang Shan was on the verge ofining. Discrimination much? Chapter 292: Leader’s Code Chapter 292: Leaders Code Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lie Guang smiled and exined, "Youre just inexperienced. Look at the Skylink receipt. Your ticket price should be ten dors too. The other 90 dors are admin fees. Interary transactions of small amounts are very troublesome for banks. You know its... mainly also because Earths and Mars transport signals are notpletely merged yet. Its not that expensive, really. Your card has been registered on Mars. They wont charge the admin fees the next time you swipe it. Oh, right, if you use it 100 times on Mars, theyll even give you a full refund of the registration fees." Zhang Shan stared hard. 100 times? They might as well not have added that as a benefit. "Wang Zheng, seems like you and I are both out of luck." The only thing that made Zhang Shan feel better was that Wang Zheng had swiped the transport signal before him. He didnt feel so bad since he hadpany. Wang Zheng smiled and said, "Ive been to Mars before. You can actually register for free at the service station..." Register for free? Free!!! Zhang Shan stared so hard, his eyes looked like they were going to pop. "Why didnt you say so earlier!?" "Its written on the Mars travel guide," Zhang Runan said, patting Zhang Shan on the shoulder,ying a blow on him. Zhang Shan shivered and said, "Were not here as tourists; who the heck has time to read that thing?" "Its also written under the special items to note on the Skylink page where you apply for a Martian visa." Meng Tian said, swiping her way into the station, giving Zhang Shan the "final blow". Even though they were given the green light on all aspects since it was a IG training, the visa application had to be done in person. It was a very simple procedure that required just an electronic signature, but you had to enter the hosts page upon signing. ording to visa application procedures, it was mandatory to read all these items to note. Zhang Shan felt deted in an instant. Lie Guang chuckled and consoled him, "Ill treat all of you to a good Martian meal. Just eat your stomachs worth." "Thats not the same... but... whats in a Martian meal?" Zhang Shan was quite the glutton. He quickly forgot about the unhappiness caused by the 90 dors and pestered Lie Guang for an answer. Wang Zhengughed. "Thest time I came, I tried a few tasty dishes. Ive got to try more this time..." Hearing Wang Zheng and Lie Guangs introduction, Zhang Shan drooled. Zhang Runan shot a look of despise at him, while Meng Tian quipped in from time to time, evidently also having been to Mars before. Soon enough, everybody was on board the Intergctic Train to Mars. Beside them were many other trains that were headed to other space stations or space cities. There were as many as seven space cities that orbited Mars, their poption adding up to 10 million. Simr to the city transport lines, seats on the Intergctic Train were free for all. You could even stand if you liked. In terms of stability, the Intergctic Train was better than transport ships. Wang Zheng found a spot by the window and sat himself down. Zhang Shan continued to pester Lie Guang about Martian food. They also talked about things other than food. Like wrestling... like women... Seeing that, Meng Tian took the seat beside Wang Zheng. This seat was usually taken by Zhang Shan. Brothers from the same dormitory got to look after each other outside.... these were Zhang Shans original words. Wang Zheng smiled. He could smell the light, natural fragrance from Meng Tian. Since IG training started, the two of them hadnt had a chance to rx and sit down together like this. "Wang Zheng, what do you think about my abilities? What needs to be improved?" Meng Tian suddenly asked. Meng Tian had recently made huge improvements, and it was time for her to make a choice. There were many directions her Frost Ability could head towards. It could focus on attack, or could be used as a form of support. Looking at Wang Zheng, Meng Tian found it difficult to choose. Wang Zheng was stumped. "No need to think for the rest of us. Choose something that suits you." Meng Tian nodded in silence, appearing to have understood. This worried Wang Zheng instead. He looked at Meng Tian. Meng Tian turned away. Her snow white cheeks were blushing. "What?" "Heh. Nothing." Wang Zheng shook his head. Meng Tian batted her eyelids and said, "Dont worry." "... Im not worried." Wang Zheng rubbed his chin and Meng Tian gave a faint smile. Since they had spent so much time training together, not everything had to be said aloud. Just a few words and a look and they understood each other. Sharing the same type of ability gave them much better chemistry. The Intergctic Train slowly drove into the standard signal transport tunnel, gently rocking, and then elerated. It did not fly in a straight path to Mars, but instead, went around it. From the windows, they could see Mars beautifulndscape. It was a different beauty from Earth and was a lot less blue, mostly made ofnd. During that time, Lie Xin was actively ying host in the cabins. The Lie family was indeed the host on Mars, being the oldest n to live there and the most powerful family. All legitimate, illegitimate, or shady businesses had to have some sort of dealings with the Lie family to survive. Lie Xin and Achilles had been forced into a corner. Mars was their final stop, and their final chance. For Lie Xin, losing on home territory was uneptable. But of course, she had to be careful of Lear, because Lear would emerge victorious if he won this match. He was way too slimy of a character. The trainpleted a full circle and steadily entered Marss atmosphere, continuing its journey 3,000 meters above the ground. The train had more than one destination. It had a stop in every city, and there were a total of 16 state-level cities on Mars. "Dear passengers, wee to the Martian city of Vulture. This city used to produce a rare metal...." Every time they made a stop in a city, the trains public announcement systems would y information about the citys local history. The train travelled at an extremely high speed, making a stop every ten minutes, so they werent bored. They looked out the windows through the journey, admiring Mars, enjoying leisure time like they hadnt done in a long while. Everybody tried their best to rx and let their hair down. From Earth to the Moon, the IG training was exceptionally tense and fast-paced. They were not made of metal, but as true fighters, they could always find time for themselves to take a breather. Half an hourter, the train arrived at their destination, Watt City. Sixth stop for the Intergctic Train. They had barely arrived when a group of Martian soldiers came up to wee them on the tform. The Martian citizens cooperated well with the soldiers, avoiding the action on this side. Onlookers also stood far away in an orderly fashion. It was not merely the way they were brought up. On Mars, all citizens had to serve in the army, and even if they couldnt make it to be a professional soldier, they had to go through two years of military training. It was just that when they spotted Meng Tian and Milo, many young men started catcalling. Martians were always open to expressing their desires. But the moment they saw Lie Xin, those who whistled hung their heads low. She was the publicly acknowledged future Martian Queen! Lie Xin smiled and magnanimously waved at the onlookers. Roar-- Thunderous apuse and cheers ruptured as the peoples saluted their Queen. "Everyone, here please." The soldier who received them said, leading them out of the tform and on to a helipad on the other side. A military cargo ne was awaiting its orders. They boarded the cargo ne and it took off without dy. Boom... the nes body shook. A typical Martian vehicle. Boorish and with no hoots given to the details, caring only for practicality and quality. Comfort? This word had never stayed for more than a minute on any Martians mind. Everybody was quiet. They were all thinking of the impending harsh and cruel training they would have to go through. When they arrived at their destination, they did not expect to be received by a military base built on an isle in a wonderfully scenic location. While alighting from the turbulent cargo ne, everybody felt as though theyd fallen off a cliff and into paradise. Smiling, Lie Xin walked out and turned to the crowd. "Everybody, wee to Lake Ithanlis." Mars turf. From now on, Lie Xin was going to take the lead. An army colonel walked up and saluted. "Everybody, wee to the military base M1. My name is Duncan. Im in charge of your training here. I shall cut to the chase. I only have one thing to remind everyone about. Wang Zheng won on Earth. Lear won on the Moon. In the final match on Mars, if either Wang Zheng or Lear win, they will be team leader right away. If either Achilles or Lie Xin wins, we will have an extra match. But at the end of the day, we will have everyone here to vote for the leader." When Duncan finished his piece, everyone was shocked. Especially Achilles. This arrangement was equivalent to sealing all his paths. Even if Achilles won this round, the Moon people were thoroughly despised. Unless some sort of miracle happened, nobody would even think about voting for him. Lear, on the other hand, had gained quite a fair bit of poprity and wasing in strong. Duncan was a passionate fellow. He spoke andughed heartily but still hinted to everyone that this final round was not going to be easy on them. Lie Xin had begun calcting. There was no need for her to consider the opinions of the weaker ones at first, but now that theyde to such a situation, it appeared that she would have to say something and win some hearts. Damned Lear. He had made a move first. The way he treated Edison and friends made him much more likeable. Lake Ithanlis. Thergestke that was naturally formed after Mars went through its transformation. The deepest end of theke reached over 4,000 meters, simr to an ocean, except it was all freshwater. When Mars first became a residential, freshwater was a strategic resource, and hence, the military base on Lake Ithanlis was built. It was used to manage and protect the resources at first. In times of war, they had to put up defenses, and prevent the enemy from causing destruction through their freshwater resources, such as leaking radiation, poison, and so on. Today, Mars waters made up a full scale hydrological system that spanned across the. It was self-sustaining. There were oceans,kes, rivers, streams, and huge areas of forests. Water was no longer a scarce resource. Consequently, the military base took on a new purpose and became the nurturing grounds of Mars Special Forces: Military Base M1. M stood for Mars. The number "1" represented its ce in the Special Forces. The crowd made its way into the base. The interior design was consistent with the Martian way of life. Boorish, simple, practical, and sturdy. While it looked dull on the outside, it had everything it needed and was in very good condition. "Take a good rest today. Training will officially begin tomorrow," said Colonel Duncan, after taking everyone on a simple tour of the base and assigning their bunks. He spoke shortly with Lie Xin and left. Duncan had just stepped out when Lie Xin pped her hands together, signaling that she had a few words to say. Chapter 293: Winning Hearts Chapter 293: Winning Hearts Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Everyone quieted down and looked at Lie Xin. They were told earlier that the Martian training would be hellish, way tougher than the previous sessions. But looking at their environment now, they felt toofortable. "Ive managed to ask for some welfare benefits. We still have half a day to let loose and rx before training starts again. Theke here is said to be the cleanest of all the Sr System, and its water can be directly consumed. Does everybody want to go for a swim?" Lie Guang smiled and added, "Its a hint. The first training phase will have something to do with the water." A short moment of silenceter, roar! Everybody broke into cheers. The training pace had been way too intense for the past few days. It would be nice to rx. This was a sentiment that was shared by everybody regardless of abilities or nationality. Moreover, Lie Guang had given a clear hint: the next stage of training was battling on water. It was necessary for them to recover their long forsaken senses in the water. "Boss? Should we...?" Masasi looked at Achilles. The Martians were way too direct. Lie Xin was obviously trying to win the peoples hearts. Achilles gave a faint smile and said, "Not everyone gets a chance to swim in Lake Ithanlis. Everybody should rx. Ive been too hard before. I know what to do from here on." Others had all thought that the defeat on the Moon was a huge blow to Achilles. But in reality... it awakened the lion who had been soundly asleep in him. He hadnt taken action when necessary, which led to mistake after mistake. That was because he didnt want to tip the bnce given his overpowering capabilities. Now that Lears scheme was out in the open, there was nothing to be afraid of. Nobody could ever resist Lake Ithanlis invitation, especially with its Golden Beach. The snow white sand was fine and soft. Standing on it and having the warm sand covering the feet felt like a gentle, gentle massage. Basking in the sun and enjoying the fresh air far from the city and from crowds was like living in paradise. Wang Zheng was very rxed. He put on the military designed training trunks and lied down on the pristine sand half-naked, enjoying the heat from the sun. The Primordial Regression Technique automatically kicked into y inside him. That feeling was sofortable, so much like paradise. His rxed mind emptied, but then very quickly, it became filled with Ainas pretty smile. He couldnt help it but feel silly and full of happiness. Zhang Shan was able to find amusement in his own way too. Swimming was not important. Pretty girls were. Hot damn! Lie Xin had the figure of a devil! That tiny waist! Those long legs! And what a cute bum! Matched with that sexy smile... f*ck. Zhang Shan felt something stirring within him. Dammit! How embarrassing! Zhang Shan was too embarrassed to keep looking, but Lie Xin had made her way towards him. The short distance between them made the feeling grow even stronger. Lie Xin looked at Zhang Shans covered lower half and smiled. "I never knew you were so capable down there." Zhang Shan belonged to the type that couldnt be provoked. The stronger the push, the stronger he felt. He stylishly removed the towel and said, "The same goes to you. I used to think that Mars was quite deste, but it seems like this is paradise. Especially in terms of Martiandies." Zhang Shan openly admired Lie Xins figure. What a bomb! Those breasts, that tall butt, and iconic Martian long, beautiful legs. Even her feet looked supple, tempting him every bit of the way. Only Lie Xin could wear that red hot two-piece swimsuit and emit an air of queenly elegance. A zing beauty. "Your personality is very well-suited for Mars. Consider joining me. No need to talk about other things. Ive got quite a few girlfriends who are hotter and sexier than me. They admire gifted students from Earth very much," Lie Xin said in a raspy voice, licking her lower lip. Extremely attractive. "Hah. If Wang Zheng agrees, Im in. But I think you should consider joining us instead. Wang Zheng is soft-hearted when ites to girls," Zhang Shan retorted. Lie Xin smiled and didnt take things to heart. It was important that Mars and Earth had a good rtionship. It coulde into y in any unforeseen circumstances. "No matter who wins, when training is over and you want to get to know beautiful girls, you cane to me. Wererades-in-arms anyway." Lie Xin chuckled. She would definitely be selected, and Zhang Shan had already been selected. The two of them were bound to go to An. Saying they wererades-in-arms was not wrong. Zhang Shan retreated back to Wang Zhengs side and lied t on the sand. "Im thinking... should I get a Martian girlfriend? I heard girls from Mars are open-minded to that sort of thing, and Im good at..." Zhang Shan said, looking at Wang Zhengs lower half. He was stumped. "What the heck did you put in there? No need to put on such a show." Wang Zheng was betweenughter and tears. "Its such a nice and sunny day. Can you not ruin it with your dirty mind?" "My brother, youve got to live life while you can! There are beautiful girls out here and you wont even look! I really dont understand you." Wang Zheng blinked a couple of times. The Lie Xin today indeed gave people urges. But Wang Zheng obviously saw things differently. Of course he enjoyed looking at beauties, but he only ever desired for Aina. Maybe it was a difference in their personalities. For instance, Yan Xiaosu was a flirt. An Mei should keep a closer eye on him... Lie Xin had sworn to win the vote on Mars and so to Wang Zheng, her charm was full of aggression. But even so, she was still beautiful. Just then, wearing a blue-coloured one-piece swimsuit, Meng Tian walked over. She did not ask Lie Xin for swimwear, but Lie Xin had specially prepared it. No one knew how Lie Xin had managed to convince her to put it on. It was as if ice had met with fire. God knows if anything had happened in the changing rooms. Anyhow, when Meng Tian came out, she was blushing... Meng Tian nced at Wang Zheng as if there was something on her mind, and then, without a word, she walked towards theke. Wang Zheng watched Meng Tians silhouette. The curves were dreamy, and her legs were fair and supple. Anyrger would be too much, and any thinner would make them too skinny. Compared to Lie Xins hotness, Meng Tians beautiful legs made people feel serene,fortable, and gave them a wish to protect her. That was the Earthly beauty. One made others want to dominate and vite, the other made people want to embrace and love. Beautiful girls were indeed a god-send. They were the most beautiful scenes. To think they had such benefits during training! After admiring for some time, Wang Zheng turned around to see Zhang Runan in her casual wear, walking over with a canvas and an easel in her hands. Everybody had guessed that Zhang Runan would never go for a swim. Her muscles were tougher than most of the boys here. It would have been fine if she had a boorish personality, but she happened to be one who was sensitive. Regardless, Manly Sister Nan was a prominent figure on the team, so nobody dared to tease her. Zhang Runan set up her canvas on the easel and carefully arranged her painting materials. She dipped the paintbrush with color and started painting on the canvas. A few strokester, Zhang Runan stopped and looked at Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan. "Is it nice?" "Youre done painting?" Zhang Shan stared at the canvas. It looked like a bunch of colors being mashed together. Wang Zheng smiled. It was clear that Zhang Runan was not asking about her drawing. Neither was she talking about Lie Xin alone. "Both are great. They each have outstanding qualities." Yuan Ye came up to Zhang Runans side. Such a tough woman who could paint! To Yuan Ye, she was elegant, ssy, and primed. He admired her thoroughly. She could fight and make art, simply his ideal, perfect type. Zhang Runan painted in silence. Yuan Ye watched her quietly. It was peaceful. At least Zhang Runan didnt chide him anymore. Chapter 294: Achilles’ Challenge Chapter 294: Achilles Challenge Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas After enjoying a bit of sunshine, everybodys focus went back to diving. They wanted to get ustomed to the feeling of being in the water. Since they had trained to swim in the first stage of physical training, everybody was able to swim very well. However, swimming and battling underwater were two distinctive feelings. The trainings were getting vigorous and their performance on day one was important. The least they could do was avoid being embarrassed. Everybody was serious. They all dove into Lake Ithanlis after a short break andmenced underwater battle training with their teammates. Of course, the training was just for limatisation and were not rigorous. Zhang Shan and Wang Zheng got into the water together and idled where the water was 20 meters deep. Neither too deep nor too shallow. They had some basic underwater battle knowledge like the others. For an limatisation battle, being in the water was difficult for them to exert energy and move about. There was resistance from the water, as well as water pressure exerted all around them. It was not a pleasing sight. It felt kind of like a slow-motion film. This was the case for most people, but... Whoosh! Two rays of light shed and disappeared in the water, just like people running at high-speed onnd. The two figures were not just fast, they sparred with each other. The water did not resist, but instead, assisted. Every move of theirs was aided by the water, making them faster and more powerful. One of the figures was exceptionally good-looking, perfectly curved, and dreamy underwater, like a mermaid swimming out from fantasnd. It was Lie Xin! The other figure was Lie Guang. The two heirs of the Lie Family were like dragons swimming in the sea, exhibiting near Ability X level water battling skills. Even though it was a time for recreational limatisation, the fight had to go on. Lie Xin had already gone ahead to make that point. Achilles smirked. It has to be said that Achilles had an almost perfect body. With well-defined muscles that were not overboard and fair skin that glowed with a tint of yellow under the Sun, he looked very healthy. Coupled with that ever-confident look on his face, if he were to go into acting, he would definitely be a star. He nced at Lie Xin andunched into action, diving into deeper water. 30 meters, 40 meters, 50 meters.... From now on, he would not let any opportunity involving challenges slip by. He shall prevail in everything! Over at another end, Luo Fei and Stocker were sparring. Stockers ability had to do with water. He could breathe freely in the water and the water pressures impact on him was a third it had on others. But Luo Fei was more terrifying. With his fatty build, he was able to suppress and beat up Stocker, who had a great advantage in water. It was an odd suppression and a weird-looking fight. Fattys moves were not quick, but he was able to catch hold of Stockers pace and steps. And even though his movement was slow, his attacks at crucial moments were shockingly fast. Stocker was very surprised. He had an Ability X in this area, but this fatso could battle against him at the same level! Just what was he made of? Was his fat concealing secrets? Just then, Luo Fei caught sight of Achilles diving deeper into the water. Competing in depth? Could anyone even beat Stocker? He gave Stocker a look. Challenging Achilles had be everybodys favorite pastime. Stocker chuckled and dove after Achilles. With Stocker on his heels, Achilles n would go to waste. No matter how deep he went, Stocker would surpass him. Sometimes fame could be a heavy burden. The two of them dove deeper and deeper. Stocker was forcing Achilles hand, turning a simple disy of limatisation into apetition. Eventually, the two figures disappeared from the crowds line of sight. But their swimsuits both contained a mini tracker. Everybody floated up to the surface. Lie Xin smiled and, using the Skylink, activated the tracker. Depth: 100 meters... They were still going deeper. It was getting overboard. Under normal circumstances, diving to such a depth would require careful preparations, especially for Achilles. He had spent some time at 20 meters deep and didnt even take a breath before diving straight down. But for Stocker, he was not concerned about breathing. The only thing that was getting in his way was the water pressure. 150 meters... 170 meters... 200 meters! The blinking light that represented Stocker came to an abrupt stop and rose up very quickly. Lie Guang smiled. "The density of water in Lake Ithanlis is different from other ces. The water beyond 200 meters is denser and contains very little oxygen." Stockers greatest edge was his ability to breathe underwater. But his weakness was being too reliant on that. The moment he entered regions with little oxygen, his abilities in the water were no longer a match to others. And Achilles continued to dive further and further down... 210 meters, 220 meters... Lie Xins expression turned serious. Her personal best was diving to 265 meters in Lake Ithanlis. The deeper it was, the greater the water pressure and also the denser the water. This was a unique trait of Lake Ithanlis. Beyond the 200 meter mark, every 10 meters down would prove to be a few times more difficult. 250 meters, 260 meters... 270 meters! He had broken Lie Xins record! But Achilles continued diving. By then, it had been five minutes since Achilles took the first dive. Achilles was still going. The Moon people were getting anxious, Milo in particr. Having heard Lie Guang talk about the density of theke water, she looked up for information on Lake Ithanlis using the Skylink. The relevant information talked about how the density of the water turned extremelyplex after 200 meters and how every additional 10 meters possessed a newplication. Stocker did not surface solely due to theck of oxygen. He could sense the abnormality in water quality and had backed off knowingly. 300 meters! Achilles blinking light finally stopped. There was no movement. It didnt go further down, but neither did it begin to rise. It had stopped at that depth. 10 seconds, 30 seconds.... Just as the Moon people could not bear it any longer, the dot began moving upwards on the screen. Achilles wasing back up! "This speed is way too well paced. Could it be a floating corpse?" A voice said coldly. It was fatty Luo. Beside him was the neglected Stocker. Stocker had personally experienced the water beyond the 200 meters mark. It was not a ce human beings should dive into. The Moon people red angrily, but the worried looks in their eyes could not be masked. Everybody else was anxious too. Lie Guang frowned. Indeed, the speed he wasing up at didnt look like the speed of rising from a dive. It did look like a floating body. "Should we prepare for an emergency rescue?" Given Achilles strength, definitely nothing serious had happened. But it was likely that he was unconscious. Lie Guang had just finished his sentence when the screen showed the dot elerating at an immense speed. It reached the surface line in a sh. Ssh! There was a loud sound. Achilles leapt from the water! It was not him! Underneath him, he was riding a monster fish! The monster fish leapt into the air with Achilles on it, like a dragoning out of the ocean, creating a huge ssh. The fishs mouth was huge and ferocious-looking, crammed with enormous sharp teeth. Its body was long but t and oval. The Fanged Carp. It was a deep water monster fish that originated from some ocean outside of the Sr System. It was cruel and violent in nature and had a strong sense of territory. Any living creatures that entered its territory would be viciously attacked. It didnt kill only for food. It was a regr guest on the Milky Ways Animal World Channels promotional videos, so everybody recognized it immediately. As could be seen, Achilles had trespassed its territory. But it was clear that this violent Fanged Carp had been tamed by Achilles, acting as his mount underwater. How did he do that? Achilles was Achilles. There was no need to exin. The name itself was the reason. Never forget, he was the strongest person from the Sr System at Academy X! The Moon people cheered wildly. Achilles performance had stunned many. His abilities were undoubtedly strong. It was just that in terms luck, he was trodden as if he had offended Lady Luck. Forget diving to 300 meters, forget unique swimming capabilities. Many people could do the same if they were more professional and had prepared themselves better. Maybe not as easily as Achilles did, but they could do it nheless. But taming a Fanged Carp at 300 meters deep! The Sun God lived up to his name. Many people crowded over to the Moons side to look at the fish. The Mars people were curious too. Even though they knew that there were Fanged Carp in Lake Ithanlis, they had not seen anyone capture a live one in the past few decades. Luo Fei rubbed his nose. Looking at the Fanged Carp, he drooled. He really wanted to go over and ask Achilles what he intended to do with the fish. He would suggest barbecuing it... its been said that the Fanged Carp was a top-notch delicacy in the Milky Way. But the Moon people didnt look friendly. Wang Zheng was more fun. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan came to take a look too. The Fanged Carp was vicious, but to Achilles, it was extremely docile. Others had put their hands out to touch it and it immediately turned and tried to bite at them. Luo Fei came up to Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan. "Wang Zheng, given your abilities, why dont you go and get one for us to y with, eh? I heard this fish is an absolute delicacy in the mortal realm." Wang Zheng chuckled and said, "I am very interested in food, thats right. But my swimming is only average. Why dont you talk to Achilles and see if you can buy it from him? I can barbecue it." Achilles had gone all out for himself. He wanted to make it clear to everybody that he was the strongest, that all the schemes and ns against him would not hold up against absolute strength. Those who were present were all clever people. Liking someone was one thing, victory was another. They were soldiers. They were not going to An to embarrass themselves. "Wang Zheng, youre good at everything, but youre just too humble to admit it. I see you definitely have great abilities underwater," said Stocker. "Dont try to hide anymore. Theres definitely more than one Fanged Carp down there! Show us!" "Yea, thats right, Wang Zheng! I almost forgot. You came in first ce in the first training phase! You were shockingly fast in theke. This is not apetition, dont let Achilles get all the glory and limelight!" Lie Xin chuckled. Achilles joined in. "Why dont you try it, Wang Zheng?" Lear, on the other hand, was neglected. Even Achilles wanted topete with Wang Zheng. Could it be that he saw Wang Zheng as a rival? Chapter 295: Getting Ready For the Final Training Chapter 295: Getting Ready For the Final Training Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Everyones attention was drawn over to themotion. At this point in time, it would not be wise to disy fear. In this group, it was necessary to have sufficient strength and capabilities in order to gain recognition. "It looks like one is not enough. Since everyone wants some too, I will go down to catch another fish," Wang Zheng said. "Heh heh, Wang Zheng is domineering indeed. We will be waiting for your fish for dinner then," Taros said. Taros had always looked down on Wang Zheng. He was bewildered on how a small fry like him could be on par with the rest of them. "Wang Zheng! Go for it!" Yuan Ye hollered. "Wang Zhengs barbecuing skills are unparalleled and the Fanged Carp is a delicacy. If he manages to catch another, everyone will be in for a feast tonight." Zhang Shan kicked up a fuss. Everyone was looking at Wang Zheng. No one had expected them to restart their rivalry once again. Their initial n was to rx and enjoy this location. It appeared that now all Achilles wanted was to find someone to establish his power and prestige. Actually, Wang Zheng could have declined, because the Fanged Carp could only be found in deep waters and it was extremely fast and ferocious. They had no idea how Achilles had done it, perhaps he had used his Ability X... this was really not something that could be imitated. Lie Xin and Lear had both chosen to keep quiet; it was evident that they could not perform this feat. Based on overall capabilities, Wang Zheng had no chance of winning against Achilles. Plop! Wang Zheng jumped into the water. As he dove downwards, the water pressure started to take its effect on him, and the Primordial Regression Technique was circted. He arrived at 200 meters underwater in a short amount of time. Then everyones faces changed. Unless he had a special Ability X, it would not be possible for him to maintain this state. However, Wang Zheng did not seem to be affected by the water pressure and continued to dive deeper. His original Five Elements were an unlimited source of energy. It had no limits, hence Wang Zheng would lose control whenever he used his Ability X. The current Cycle of Five Phasesbined with the Primordial Regression Technique had certainly received some adjustments. Although he was not used to it, it appeared to lighten the load on his body. After pondering carefully, the current Primordial Regression Technique was more suitable for him to increase his power. However, it would be even better if he could utilize its full strength along with the Five Elements limitless power. If he had the chance to meet the Old Merchant again, it was a must to find out more about Wang Tong. It seemed like he had heard of Wang Tong before... All the people on the shore were staring at the spot of light that represented Wang Zheng. This fellow was relentless. To think that he actually had such abilities. Lears eyes turned cold. He had calcted everything precisely for the n on Earth, but he had not expected to give Wang Zheng an opportunity to shine. From the looks of it now, this was not merely a mistake. Wang Zhengs abilities werepletely incredible and they covered a wide range inconspicuously. Especially when looking at the expressions of the people around him, it seemed like ... he had a good rtionship with the people from Mars. Those from the Moon did not detest him either, at least whenpared to Lear himself. Lears heart skipped a beat. This was not looking good. Achilles was interested too. After all, Wang Zheng had already made his way 300 meters underwater, and this was already out of the ordinary. He knew how Wang Zheng had managed to dive down; it could not be done without an extremely formidable Ability X. Furthermore, it was also necessary to break through a certain degree of power as well. Achilles was the only one in the Sr System who had done so before this... but Wang Zheng was able to do it as well... The others had note to realize, but Raston and some others had already felt it. The powers that Wang Zheng possessed were extremely strong and powerful. How was it possible for an individual to gain such strong powers overnight?! Lie Xin also felt astonished. Wang Zhengs spot of light finally stopped moving. There was a moment of suspense. What had happened? It was not that easy to catch the fish. Although those from the Moon were surprised that Wang Zheng had the capability to dive so deeply, diving down and catching the Fanged Carp were two separate matters altogether. Beneath the water with Wang Zheng as its center, rippling waves started to spread out. It was his spiritual fluctuations calling out. Creatures, especially underwater creatures, were extremely sensitive to such ripples. Not long after, the fluctuations of the water flow had be more intense. Wang Zheng had intended to only catch one fish... but, what the heck! It seemed like he had attracted the nest of the Fanged Carps. In the eyes of the masses, Wang Zhengs spot of light ascended at high speeds. It did not take him long to break through the water surface like a cannonball. He was shouting in mid-air, "Get out of the way!" Chasing right behind Wang Zheng were a couple of Fanged Carps, and one nearly bit Wang Zhengs butt. The fishes had jumped on to shore and were thrashing around. It was evident that two fishes would be insufficient, but these eight fishes were definitely enough to fill the stomachs of the masses. The masses were cheering. It was the first day. The Mars military was indeed humane. They did not care much about the campfire. The masses were enjoying themselves; they sang, danced, and had a sumptuous feast. The next day at 4: 30 AM. Buzz buzz buzz ------- A piercing siren sounded within the base. Wake up and fall in! Everyone was ustomed to all these practices. As they had rested yesterday, all of them rushed out of their amodations energetically. The intense Mars devilish training had officially begun. This time, it was General Lie Wuqing who gave a lecture to the masses. He was apanied by Colonel Duncan. Lie Wuqing gave a military salute. He had a stern and serious expression. In an instant, the already tense atmosphere became even more intense. Everyone felt that whatever General Lie was going to say next was definitely not going to be a light-hearted topic. "Mars. This is thest stop for this IG training. Everyone has been performing well. But regrettably, although outstanding, there will be many of you who will be eliminated at this stop. But nheless I can assure all of you that regardless of being part of the IG main team or not, you will still receive focused training from the military. All of you here are without a doubt the future elites of the Sr System. Personally, I hope that all of you can learn many things here, not merely mastering the skills required in battle nor only for the sake of victory ... Duncan, Ill hand the rest over to you!" "Yes! General! I will definitelyplete the mission!" Colonel Duncan raised his right hand and waved downwards...... Rumble! The ground suddenly began to shake. On the parade square where the masses had gathered, secret doors started to open one by one. There was a surge of air flow with white steam. Then, one by one, the mecha rose up from these secret doors. Each secret door corresponded to one mech. All the mecha came in different forms. Theirmonality was that the engines were fully enclosed and were equipped with a turbine-type propulsion device at the back. This was a specially designed mech that was meant for underwaterbat. The Ghana Star was the most prosperous inteary hub in the Milky Way. At the same time, it was also the birthce of the Naga. In the entire star, the deep oceans constituted 90% of the area, whilst the remaining 10% wasnd that was divided into several inds. There were no continents. The star was ten times the size of Earth and was extremely rich in mineral resources. It was considered to be at a medium degree of civilization. The Naga people were the creators of the underwater civilization. Initially, when humans discovered the Ghana Star, they thought that the Naga were the legendary Anteans. But after conquering Ghana, they realised that the Naga were just the indigenous people of Ghana. Surprisingly, these indigenous people had extremely good capabilities. The Naga people had a body shape simr to humans. They possessed both arms and legs, but had webbed palms and soles. Their skin colour was turquoise blue and they had four rows of gills at the back of their necks. It allowed them to breathe underwater like amphibians. After humans had conquered Ghana, the Naga people took three generations topletely assimte and be part of the Milky Way Alliance. To be honest, in this age of human navigation, there were many non-human civilizations like the Naga people. Many ended up joining the Milky Way Alliance. However, not many were as sessful as the Naga people. All these civilizations shared amon characteristic, which was the fact that they had the body shape of humans and thus were called humanoid civilizations. The most important point was, they had nothing less than what humans had. Sometimes they had even greater learning capabilities than humans. With the development and expansion over time, they had already be one of the ten permanent member states in the Milky Way Alliance. This could be considered a form of revenge. The Ghana Star was no longer the territory of the Naga people. On the other hand, it was a prosperous that housed people from different ethnicities and civilizations. Humans, the Naga people, together with the Caucans and Saurians, who also belonged to humanoid civilizations ...... had formed the Ghana Alliance. Although there were other civilizations present as well, the main body of the alliance was primarily the union between humans and the Naga people. The collision of the various civilizations had formed a powerful force, and at the same time, it represented the power of various civilizations fusing together. They held a rtively high standing within the Milky Way Alliance. The Ghana Alliance had paid much attention to the IGpetition as they were extremely passionate about things such as learning from,peting with, and interacting with one another. Humans learned in order to conquer, whereas the Naga people learned just because they wanted to learn. What happens after they be stronger was not of much importance to them. Each ethnicity within the Ghana Alliance was actively preparing for battle. Their vying for the position of leader had still remained in an intense state ofpetition. This was a floating castle. In Ghana,nd space was scarce. Hence, such floating castles were built in the skies above each ind. Using Ghanas maic fields, the castles were kept floating semi-permanently in mid-air to provide more living space for the people. All sorts of aircrafts could be seen everywhere, even enormous space cargo ships were flying in and out of Ghana. Under the sea, on the seas surface, above the sea, the Ghana civilization was extremely attractive to human travelers and was also one of tourists favorite destinations. This castle was the designated training camp for IG. A real battle had just ended over here and a few team members were being carried out on stretchers. Blood was trickling down from the stretchers, and those who were sent out had already lost their chance to qualify for the actual IG match.. On the training ground, there were 51 people left. Amongst them were 15 humans, 11 Naga people, and the rest of the humanoid civilizations each had around one or two representatives left. All of them were the strongest elites of the younger generation from their respective ethnicities. The Ghana Star had preserved the very system, and of course they had taken into ount the Milky Way Alliance Convention to a certain extent. The reason why the Milky Way Alliance could exist was its high levels ofpatibility. After all, they had different cultural backgrounds and systems. From the perspective of Ghana, a gamble could determine ones fate, hence, when travellers came over, it was important for them to not joke around for they could be ves if they were not careful. Having a rtively backward system had also made them fearless and dauntless, and of course, glory was even more prevalent. On the whole, 51 people were divided into three teams and werepeting with one another for the one and only position of leader. "If it goes on like this, we will not get any conclusive results. The three of us are on par in terms of abilities and powers." One of the Naga people, Leandre, blinked his eyes, and said in a mellow tone. The Naga people had pupils that were akin to that of snakes, giving off a devilish vibe. Chapter 296: Only the Best will Survive Chapter 296: Only the Best will Survive Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The leader of the humans was a rough African-American. He had muscles that were full of explosive power and had eyes that shone brightly. He was Adams, the strongest Ability X user amongst the younger generation in the Ghana Alliance. This was the advantage that the humans had. Only humans were equipped with the unique Ability X. Even the people of Antis, who possessed the "mighty" spiritual power, had simrly originated from Earth, but even they did not have Ability X. Adamsughed. "Leandre, you have lost confidence. The next one to be eliminated... it might be you." Leandre cracked open his purple-ck lips and showed his sharp teeth. "Really? Adams, how about I assist you? It depends if you have the guts or not." "I have never rejected others. Grachs, what is your take on this?" Grachs was a Caucan, a humanoid race that had arge body build. The Caucans had two feet. However, they had four arms. Their facial features were simr to that of humans, but they had insect-likepound eyes instead. Compared to the Naga people, the fate of the Caucans was not that great. Before humans had discovered them, their progenitor star had already beenpletely destroyed in an insane internal strife. The humans hade to conquer and save the Caucans at the same time. Since then, the Caucans had be a vassal ethnicity of the humans. Although they were notrge in numbers, they were visible in the various professions in the human world. They had experienced a fair share of ethnicity discrimination in the past and it was only in recent years that they were in a rtively better position. "I support Adams." Grachs possessed both the wild and destructive side of the Caucans, but at the same time, he had the stubbornness of the Caucans to reciprocate and return favors from others. This stubbornness was a power that was passed down through their genes. Grachs knew clearly that although he had great abilities, as a Caucan, there would a lot of obstacles that would need to be ovee if he wanted to represent Ghana. After all, the main body of the Ghana Alliance was the union between the Naga people and humans; the Caucans were a minority. Leandre hissed and showed his teeth. This was the Naga peoples way of expressing anger. However, he calmed down quickly. "Adams, as long as you make a single mistake, I will take you down any time." The strength of the Naga people was to stay calm. At any time, even if they were extremely enraged, they were able to remain unbelievably calm. Adams had a smiling expression. "I dont need this kind of submission. Come...let us continue the battle." Sparks were flying out between Leandres and Grachss eyes. Roar... The three factions had shed once again. Honestly, the chances of elimination over here were much higher than that of the Sr System; it was simply cruel. The IG elite matches was progressing in full swing. All the gxies and states were having their respective stringent selections. The IG internal evaluation organization was also conducting their in-depth evaluations as well. Rnd Garros had chartered an office especially for the IG. Inside the office, all sorts of preparation works for the IG match were going on while at the same time providing support for the IG pre-selection of the major gxy powers. Intelligence was being collected, exchanged, and transmitted over here. "The final results for the Arbiter Republic are out." When the information was announced, the entire office stopped momentarily. Some of the staff stared intently. "Isnt this a little too fast? Thepetition within Arbiter was the greatest in our initial assessments; how could it be out so quickly?" "We are currently connecting with the people from Arbiter to verify. Connecting signal through the wormhole, three, two, one, connect." The main screen within the office shed. They had managed to set up a live connection with the Arbiter Republics military. "This is the IG name list from my side. Please receive it ording to the confidentiality agreement." The soldier from the Arbiter Republic gave off chills that seeped deeply into ones bones. Even though they were in separate spaces, just by looking at the screen, it was as though the office had turned colder by a few degrees. It was especially so since he had with him a group of viins that were giving off a beast-like and dangerous atmosphere ... They were definitely ruthless viins. The murderous looks from their eyes were as though they were devils who had crawled out of hell. Anyone would have known that this was definitely the truth. Everyone in the IG office had their eyes focused on an individual among the group of viins. Olivios, the strongest contender amongst the younger generation in the Arbiter Republic. He was also known as the "Death God". There were two big rumors with regards to him. The first rumour was that he would tattoo on his body the name of the opponents he had killed. The second rumor was that he had killed over a thousand people and was worthy of the title The Executioner. Basically, the bunch of viins from the Arbiter Republic had had their hands stained with blood before. At the very least, they had taken dozens of lives in order for them to possess such icy-cold murderous looks. In their perspective, the contenders in other ces were merely kids, and, honestly speaking, the pastpetitions had proven this point. The Arbiter Republic firmly believed that the strongest warriors could only emerge through fire and bloodshed... Although, from the perspective of others, they were only creating killing machines. After confirming their identities and entering the necessary information,munications with the Arbiter Republic were cut off and the atmosphere of the IG office became slightly warmer. "The style of the Arbiter Republic is a little ......" "Be mindful of your words. Get back to work." "Hmm? Howe Nikolsky is not in the list of names that were entered?" Nikolsky was the second best within the younger generation of the Arbiter Republic. Based on his capabilities, he was on par with Olivios, but he could notpare in terms of the number of lives he had ended. "You all dont know how terrifying the Arbiter Republic is. Nikolsky is already dead," one of the staff members that was in charge of the Arbiter Republic said while he sighed. What? The room had just gotten a little warmer earlier, but it seemed like the temperature had lowered once again and it was chilly. Nikolsky was one of the strongest individuals in the entire Milky Way for his age. In terms of strength, he was not any weaker than Olivios, and in fact, he was better that him in certain aspects, so how could the Arbiter Republic let him die just like that? "Was it an ident or?" Someone raised the question in a cold tone and had a terrifying thought of what could have possibly happened. "You probably guessed it. This is Arbiters tradition. There is only one yer who remains and there can only be one that emerges from the battle of life and death. Olivios is the one who survived." "Ahem, lets not talk about this. The results for the An Empire are already out. But it may take some time to login and enter the information into the database." "Oh? Who is the one leading this time? Sword Saint Aurora or Oz, who is known as the Sword Magician? "It should be the Sword Saint. He is a noble after all." Speaking of An, everyone was enthusiastic. Compared to Arbiter, An was pleasant to deal with, just like the spring breeze. When talking about things rted to Arbiter, it was necessary to talk about An in order to make themselves feel better. Far away on the Antis Star, there were unique towering buildings and flying aircrafts that were moving in an orderly fashion regardless of day and night. This was one of the nine big cities of Antis - Anfels City. 24 Antis teenagers were split into two teams and were battling against each other. It was rare to see that Antis was taking things seriously for this IG match. The battle of the Antis people was like natures interpretation, where bizarre powers shed with one another. The shes were dazzling like magic, but it was not magic. Instead, it was substantial and real power. The two teams came out even in their battles, and the sh between the two was particrly attention-grabbing. Each time they made their move, it directly influenced the environment. In the distance was a viewing tform situated on high ground. It had sculpture carvings that were exclusive to Antis. It had bizarre textures, giving off a guarded sense of power. Hao Lin had stopped and stood on his feet, watching the exciting battle that was happening below. Behind him were six attendants who stood respectfully. "Between Bordia and Azhas, who do you think would be more suitable?" "Your Highness, in terms ofbat capabilities, Azhas would be a better choice." The leader of the imperial bodyguards lowered his head and gave his opinion. "Is that true? Then what merits does Bordia have?" "He understands humans better." Hao Linughed. "Choose his team then." "As youmand. Do we announce the dissolution?" "Why? I havent seen enough yet." Hao Linughed. "Although you said Azhas is better, I think Bordia will win this match. Lets make a bet with a hundred energy gemstones." "Ahem..... Your Highness, this ... isnt a good idea." The leader of the imperial bodyguards shook his head awkwardly. Ever since His Highness made a trip down to the human world, he was not as innocent as before. asionally, all sorts of weird habits that humans practiced had clearly influenced His Highness. Hao Lin smiled yfully; however, in his heart, a shadowy figure had shed past and it was the figure that had the eyes and feel of God ...... and that peculiar feeling happened toe from a human being. It was indeed inexplicable. If he could meet him again, would things be more interesting? Back on Mars... Fighting in an underwater environment was not an everyday thing. With regards to the research and development of a waterbat mecha, the Sr System was alreadygging behind. However, in the context of the Milky Way Alliance, it did not hamper military purchases, especially when the Sr System was deemed as a special existence. They had a certain advantage in this aspect. "On the whole, across the entire Milky Way, this is not a main area of focus when ites to research and development. However, it is a project that cannot be ignored either. Hence, for the IG underwater battle, you will pick the most suitable one from the few types of mecha that we have imported...... Mainly it is one from An the Trident Series. It is a fairly steady and mature waterbat mech, equipped with aposite particle propulsion device. For closebat weapons, it uses the alpha water splitting spear, and for long distances, the main weapons are the water splitting gun and the tracking torpedo ......" Colonel Duncans detailed introduction of the mech was not done textbook-style but rather by bringing everyone to the Trident mech garage and letting them take turns to sit inside the mech to get a feel for it. In the Sr System, such mecha were generally not in use, but they still had to choose a few of the strongest ones. This was the case for the other gxies as well. "You all can feel it for yourselves and choose the most suitable one. Feel the connection between the mech and the pilot." Duncans words were a little dangerous, but everyone agreed with him inside their hearts. From the entire Sr System, they were the ones who were selected from billions of people. They certainly were the strongest in terms of capabilities. Actually, the model of the mech could not restrict their use of techniques and skills. However, everyone had their own special connection with a "mech". When using a certain model of mech, ones overall skills would rise significantly by several levels. To attribute it to the mechs performance would be a mistake. The key was itspatibility with the individual. Chapter 297: Introduction to Underwater Combat Mecha Chapter 297: Introduction to Underwater Combat Mecha Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This stop at Mars was the final stage of the IG training camp, and it was also the most important. Everyone seemed unusually serious, especially the people from the Moon, whom were being pushed into a desperate situation. On the Moon, their home ground, Achilles had lost one vote of confidence and Mars was Lie Xins home ground. With Lie Xins explosive fighting spirit, one could imagine the tremendous pressure over at Mars. As for the others, this also felt different from their previous trainings. If Achilles or Lie Xin managed to secure this vote on Mars, then their votes would decide who would get selected as the Sr System IG Leader! The feeling of participation amongst the normal individuals was even stronger as there was the possibility that they would determine who would be the final leader standing. All this while, it had been a battle between the strongest yers. Now it was their turn. This feeling, to be honest, was extremely wonderful. But this was on the pretext that they could not be eliminated ... Those who were eliminated obviously did not have the right to vote. Wang Zheng was also being serious. The mech from Ainas country, no matter how one looked at it, felt incredibly great. The pursuit of perfection and elegance had been incorporated into the design of the Trident mech. It was said that Antis was also involved in this development of these mecha. "Times up! Okay, time to introduce the next type of mech, the Imprisoned Dragon Series from the Leviathan Empire. There are three models in total. Type A can be used forbat in shallow waters, Type B can be used forbat in water depths ranging from 500 to 2,500 meters, and Type C can be used forbat in deep waters beyond 2,500 meters..." As Duncan was introducing the respective mecha, he led everyone deeper into the mech warehouse. Soon, a batch of strange-looking mecha appeared in front of their eyes. Although the mecha belonged to the same series, they differed greatly in terms of their forms and appearance. The Model A mech looked a little hideous, like a monster with spikes all over its body, but on the overall, it was still in the form of a human. As for the Imprisoned Dragon Type B, its appearance was just like a water droplet that had arms and legs. It was a simple circr design, round, and did not seem to pose any threat of destruction. The most exaggerated model was Imprisoned Dragon Type C. It had a t appearance, and there were many sharp needles on top. It looked like a sea urchin that had been squished. "This is also called a mech?" Zhang Shan eximed whilst staring at the Imprisoned Dragon Type C. Wang Zhengughed. "Dont look down on this form, it should have a great advantage when engaging in deep seabat. Perhaps this might be the mech you have the deepest connection with." "Hmph, its so ugly. One look and you can tell it does not have what it takes to be the mech of a true hero. How can this be the mech that resonates with me ..." Zhang Shan shrugged his shoulders. In his mind, his natal mech should be one that was bright and cool-looking. At a nce, it would be looking so cool that girls would be screaming crazily over it. As for these mecha that belonged to the wretched category, he could only give a he heugh in response. Wang Zheng sat in the three types of mecha respectively. Although he did not start the mech up, he had gotten a feel for them. It was mainly to see what the operating system was like and some other minor details. The Imprisoned Dragon was actually a very exquisite mech, and in terms of details, it was even better than the Trident Series from An. As for its appearance ... it was not a factor for consideration and had never crossed Wang Zhengs mind. Ten minutester, Zhang Runan patted the Imprisoned Dragon Type B. "This is it." Wang Zheng smiled and said, "The Type B is not bad. It might not be so powerful in shallow water, but once it enters deep water, it can possibly be one that is extremely threatening." Zhang Runan nodded her head, but Zhang Shan said while touching his chin, "Hey, Brother, Ive got to say this: this mech really matches you well. I support you." Boom. Zhang Runan punched Zhang Shans shoulder without any hesitation. "Hey, Brother Nan, please go easy on me ......" Zhang Shans shout was a little attention-grabbing ...... Zhang Runans face had turned ck, and she gave Zhang Shan another heavy punch with twice the strength. As for the others, they had made their respective decisions. After all, they were all elites, and there were not many who made their decisions based on appearances like Zhang Shan. The advanced systems in the mech from the Leviathan Empire was able to make one feel at ease andfortable operating it. Thus, many people chose the Imprisoned Dragon Series. This was true for everyone except for those from the Moon. They, on the other hand, seemed to feel more strongly towards the mech from An. Duncan coughed. "Okay, lets go and see the next type of mech, the Monster Soul Series from the Naga people. The Monster Soul Series has a total of 16 models. We have only purchased the two most recent models, which are the light blue and dark blue models respectively. Its weapons system is simr to the Ans Trident Series. It is equipped with a water splitter gun and an automatic tracking torpedo. After the Naga people assimted with human civilization, they managed to forge a path of their own. Although there were differences in their aesthetic viewpoints, their race and by extension their mecha were still forces to be reckoned with. After all, theirs was a world dominated by water and they had a better understanding of the ocean. Wang Zheng sat inside the cockpit of the dark blue model, excitedly exploring with a curious mind. It felt a little moist. When the mech was activated inbat, the cockpit would be flooded with special liquid oxygen. It would be slightly unnerving, but the feel of its operations and controls were brilliant. "I think this might be my natal mech," Yuan Ye said excitedly after he tried out the mech. He did not have Ability X. The Nagas Monster Soul mech seemed as if it were custom-made for people like him, whom were not equipped with Ability X. Wang Zheng smiled. "Its not too bad. Although the dark blue model was introduced to be used forbat in deeper waters, it is actually quite strong in shallow waters and close rangebat. " "The light blue model can also engage in deep seabat, but it would cause the pilot additional strain on the body. There is nothing wrong with the mechs own abilities." Meng Tian added. As long as it was regarding mecha, she could provide the detailed specifications as she was familiar with them. "Wang Zheng, have you decided which mech model to use?" "I dont know, I feel that the Trident isnt too bad." Wang Zheng felt that other than novelty and curiosity, there was nothing else special about it. The mech felt just okay. Duncan continued leading the group in a different direction within the mech warehouse. "The next typees from the Arbiter Republic, Devils Iron Water Combat Mech." The Devils Iron mech was one of the iconic series from the Arbiter Republic. There were over 20 mech models that were sorted into different categories, includingnd, air, space, water, and urban warfare. The greatest advantage of this type of mech was that its parts were interchangeable across the different types ofbat. Some parts of thendbat mech could be used on the air and spacebat mech. It was perfectlypatible, and this was an advantage if maintenance was required duringbat. By putting together a few mecha that were beyond repair, it was possible toe up with one or two new Devils Iron mecha using all the different parts. The Devils Iron Water Combat Mech did not have any special features; it was well developed in all aspects. Its outer appearance was just like Arbiters usual style, evil and terrifying, revealing its fierce fighting spirit. This mech model unexpectedly matched the style of the people from Mars very well. It looked brave and fierce, and the people from Mars did not lose out to the Milky Way in any aspect. Wang Zheng had a rather good feeling ...... but to im it as his natal mech, it felt a littlecking. The time for contact was up, and Duncan brought everyone to the deepest end of the mech warehouse. "Thest typees from Antis." As he spoke, the expression in everyones eyes changed. A beautiful Antis mech stood in front of everyone. It was a beautiful model with perfect proportions. It was obviously a mech, yet it portrayed the form of human beauty. Between the gaps of the armor, there was a faint fluorescent light changing its colors. On the mechs body, there were a few lines of unknown material, and it was filled with a mysterious atmosphere. Everyone knew that this was the power of runes that could only be used by the people of Antis, allowing the mech to burst out its incredible power. It was a well-known fact that the greatest feature of the Antis mech was not its powerful force and capabilities. Instead, it was the fact that only the people of Antis or mixed-blood individuals with Antis bloodline were able to use the Antis mech. Humans were not able to even power up the device to kick-start the mech. Obviously, the Antis mech, which was introducedst, was not an option for everyone to choose, but for them to understand the mech better. This was because once they participated in the IG, it would be inevitable to face off with the people from Antis. It was good to know more about it and have a chance to get a feel of the power of the Antis mech in a simted environment. Sure enough, Colonel Duncan gently waved his hand and a screen appeared in front of everyone. On the screen, it showed the Antis mech engaging in battle in the water...... Light shed and strong attacks were delivered before the mech disappeared in an instant. All of a sudden, it reappeared and advanced aggressively... One by one, the scenes left everyone dumbfounded. This mech was too overpowered! Achilles and the others were not too surprised by this. In the past, when humans were facing off against the Antis warriors, they could only emerge victorious with strength in numbers. However, with the appearance of Ability X, humans were able to even the odds. "This is the basic performance of the Antis mech during waterbat, and next, the goal of your training is to try every means to go beyond this level!" Duncanughed. "Now the training begins! Go and pick your favorite mech. Your training area, Ithanlis Lake!" Rumble... Everyone swung into action, after seeing the performance of the Antis mech in water, everyone was itching to go, especially after hearing from Duncan, to go rise above this standard. Roar! Everyone was full of energy. Wang Zheng chose the Trident mech. Among the four types of mecha, the Trident was the most bnced. Its capabilities were average, but it had the highest tactical potential. This was the characteristic of an An mech. On a personal level... this was an An mech... The other three series of mecha, more or less, were a little different from the rest. They might be able to work wonders in a solo battle, but from another perspective, this would make them vulnerable to being targeted by others. From a tactical point of view, they might be a littlecking. Zhang Shan had also chosen the Trident mech, Ans style. Needless to say, its outer appearance got 90 points ... If it wasntpared to the Antis mech, this wouldve definitely been 100 points out of 100! Meng Tians choice was a little unique. It was the Monster Soul Light Blue Model from the Naga people, and she seemed to have something nned out. Zhang Runan really chose the Imprisoned Dragon Type B. Although it looked bloated on the outside, it was much faster than what one would expect when moving on the ground. On the other side, Lie Xin had chosen the Devils Iron mech from the Arbiter Republic. Among those from Mars, other than Lie Guang, who had chosen the Trident Series, all the others had chosen the Devils Iron as well. As for those from the Moon, all of them had chosen the Trident mech. The aesthetic viewpoint of the people from the Moon was that if practicality was notpromised, all of them would choose the An mech as their first choice. Of course, the An mech was formidable enough, and the same could be said about the people from the Moon. They believed that the Trident was the result of the most advanced research. As a result, they picked the Trident. Having chosen their respective mecha, the traction channels opened from the mech warehouse, and in the distance was Ithanlis Lake. Lies team jumped right into theke and started descending into the water. The mechas engine were totally silent. This was one of the main features of waterbat mecha, their silent engines. In deep waters, there would not be any light rays emitted. In darkness, infrared rays could be used to widen ones field of vision in closebat. If the distance was further, they could only rely on radar signals to get hold of their surroundings and the location of their targets. In the water, even the slightest sound would give ones location away. Chapter 298: Wang Zheng’s Cute Side Chapter 298: Wang Zhengs Cute Side Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng had intended to familiarize himself with a few moves, but suddenly, themunication disy on the side of the mech lit up. The connection popped up and on the screen it showed ady who appeared to be about thirty years old. "Hello, I am Kyle Ram, your instructor-in-charge. I hope we will have a pleasant cooperation." Kyle Ram said and gave a military salute. Wang Zheng quickly saluted back. "Thank you, Instructor Kyle. Please advise me." Kyle Ram nodded her head, looking satisfied, and asked, "Do you have any experience in mechbat underwater?" Wang Zheng shook his head. "No, Instructor." "Very good. We will begin with the basic tests. Let me see your performance..." "Yes, Instructor." On the other side... Everyone was in contact with their respective instructors. It was obvious that this training did not allow everyone to train aimlessly on their own. Each person was paired up with an instructor and had to undergo one-on-one mission coaching. In an instant, the mecha split up in the water. Under the guidance of the instructors, theypleted one training after another in the form of missions. On the surface, it seemed like the training was made easier this way. But in reality, the training became even more arduous. These instructors-in-charge had undergone professional instructor training. They had not taken on this role because they were merely powerful or experienced, it was because they had a keen sense of duty that could squeeze out everyst bit of potential out of the trainees. Want to rest? You feel that you have reached your limit already? Sorry, I dont care about what you feel or think, just obey the orders! Almost everyone was being pushed to their limits ... Except for... Lie Xin, Achilles, and Wang Zheng. The instructors-in-charge felt scared and had initiated a halt to their training. The training was split into twoponents: practical exercises and simted battles. Thetter involved interaction with even more mecha. With regards to waterbat, the main strategy of the Sr System was still a defensive one. After all,nd and spacebat were more important. Dragging their tired bodies, everyone finally managed to pilot their respective mecha back to the mech warehouse. When they came out of the mech cockpits, most of them were so tired that even panting felt exhausting for them. The resistance underwater was high, especially after experiencing a rather rxed and enjoyable spacebat where one could perform all sorts of moves freely with no resistance. However, in the water, ying around like that would put their lives in danger. Zhang Shan sat on the ground without a care about his image. "Is there anyone who can support me?" On one side, Yuan Ye ...... had lied down on the ground without a care for his image. It was as though he was suffering under the summer heat. Mars... was there a need to be so brutal and ruthless? In any case, they should have left them with some strength to walk... no, leave them with at least some strength to crawl back! Duncan walked over. The unique sound of the military boots stepping on the ground sounded like the breathing of the devil in the ears of the masses. "Medics!" Rumble. A group of female nurses rushed in. Theyughed a clear, ringingugh, and with the use of stretchers, they carried out the individuals who were unable to move. Such a cruel training definitely had its corresponding measures. The female nurses were not just known for their heartyughter, they were professionals in all forms of recovery massages. After such a strenuous training session, having a recovery massage would have an effect on the growth of ones strength. This was something they did not think of. To enjoy such treatment when they were all tired from the intensive training, it was incredible. Wang Zheng was also intending to rest, but he was asked to stay behind by Duncan. "Wang Zheng, it seems like youre having it easy. You can go and clean the mecha before tomorrow. Youre the temporary leader, you should lead by example." Once he turned his head, everyone had left. Wang Zheng let out a breath. "Yes." "Very good. Go back after youre done cleaning up." Duncan nodded his head, turned, and left. The mech warehouse was huge, and it felt a little chilly. Duncan returned back to the basesmand hall, and General Lie Wuqing was sitting on themanders seat. "General." With a crack, Duncan stood still and gave his salute. Lie Wuqing smiled while he said, "Heh heh, let us see what the mentality of this leader-to-be is like." Meng Ao and Drachmachs holographic images were also present. Following the confirmation of the other regions IG slots, they had received quite a bit of information from all areas, and it was definitely stressful. If they had followed their usual rules and guidelines, they would probably not have any conclusive results. Hence the three of them had to discuss if they should have something more firm and ruthless. Lie Xin had already been ruled out of the race. This was suggested by Lie Wuqing. And after seeing the intel from the other regions, they were certain that Lie Xin would not make the cut for the leaders position. Lear, Achilles, and Wang Zheng had their own merits. Lear was not firm enough, Achilles was not ruthless enough, and sometimes he took things for granted. As for Wang Zheng, it was a little difficult to see through him. He was calm in all aspects of his performances, and especially since his Ability X had been awakened, it satisfied the demands of everyone. More importantly, Wang Zheng was calm andposed when faced with danger, and this had caught the trios attention. Wang Zheng had left a deep impression on the three generals by disying a smile even when he was up against the Zerg. This was a state of mind that was usually disyed by one who had been through many battles, and in the future IG battles, he was the preferred choice. This was because their opponents were no longer considered students, but soldiers, or even ... killing machines. Regardless of how Wang Zheng dealt with it, at least he had a calm state of mind when surrounded by danger. "Even though he has agreed, will he be convinced? Everyone has gone out to enjoy, and he has to work hard alone," Drachmach said. This had been arranged intentionally. The Sr System Federations lineup was not that weak, and the role of the leader was particrly important. Meng Ao did not express his views. At this point, action was greater than words. Although he had initially supported Lear more, honestly speaking, if Lear were to take on the position, he would possibly get more support from the people. However, from experience, although Lear was good at strategizing and nning the overall arrangements, they were afraid that there was no time and opportunity to put such capabilities to good use in the Milky Way Alliance IG. The mech warehouse ... It seemed like an unfair treatment from Duncans point of view. But from Wang Zhengs viewpoint ... "Cool. Just one word, and I will only say it once...... Devils Iron mech, tsk, it turns out that there is a delicate side to its rough interior......" Wang Zheng had cleaned the mecha very seriously, and he had been extremely professional about it. In the words of Luomu, caring for ones mech was actually the best way ofmunicating with the mech. As long as you cared for it, it would protect you at the crucial moment. When alone, it was even easier to ponder over the different aspects of these mecha. One could better understand some of their features and have a different kind of understanding. Of course, there were only a handful of people who were able to do so, and they had to be equipped with professional skills. The three generals had worked their way from the bottom. Even Drachmach had started by enlisting as a recruit. There were no issues with their judgment. Just by looking at how Wang Zheng had begun cleaning the mecha, they knew that he was a professional. And with regards to his attitude, the trio was more than satisfied. Actually, it was already good enough for Wang Zheng to perform this task seriously, but not only was he serious, he was professional. He could even enjoy it with a rxed state of mind, and this was something that ordinary people could not have done. "Meng Ao, your Earth has produced a gem! Having such a disposition is really amazing. Drachmach, you sure he doesnt have any problems in terms of spacebat?" Lie Wuqing asked. "Ive looked through the data carefully. Although initially there were some problems in adapting, the performance in theter part was superb. The scores do not represent ones capabilities." The scoring was a system, but it was not everything. Being a leader, one would naturally have a higher level of judgment. The contradiction between Lear and Achilles was a problem; the two of them were too diametrically opposed. This had resulted in the three generals putting Wang Zheng into consideration for the leader position and eventually arriving at such a decision. Unwittingly, thest mech was cleaned. Three hours had passed. It was difficult to imagine that Wang Zheng still had such levels of concentration after a day of intensive and strenuous training. Wang Zheng had cleaned for three hours, and the three generals had chatted while observing him all this while. It had not felt that long. It was evident that Wang Zheng had a good understanding about the mecha, and he had a deep understanding with regards to the mechas features. Well, Wang Zheng was a mech enthusiast. Just like how if a man loved a beautifuldy, he would not find it tiring thing to bathe and apply sunblock for her. Watching him till the end was to ensure that Wang Zheng did not slip up. There was no room for mistakes. They also wanted to see whether Wang Zhengs passion was only temporary or otherwise. The trio, including Meng Ao, were satisfied judging by how they looked into the eyes of one another. "If there are no problems in the final actual battle, lets just choose him," Lie Wuqing said. The people from Mars were more direct, and Wang Zhengs character suited his taste. After all, he was not very fond of someone like Achilles. "Agreed." Drachmach nodded his head. If they had chosen Lear, he would have opposed the selection as Lear was only good with small tricks. Although the end justifies the means, these methods and tricks had their restrictions, and they were not applicable in every situation. From his point of view, Lear was an expert in manipting the group he was in but would falter against stronger external opponents. Meng Aoughed. "Its rare that the two of you are so unanimous. Im a little embarrassed, but lets just hope that this young chap doesnt disappoint us. Theres still some time left before the start of the match, and we have to think of ways to enhance and improve his Ability X." Although the attacking power of the awakened Ability X was not strong enough, there was no shortage of trainees that were tyrannical in their attacks. On the contrary, it was not that important. As long as Wang Zheng had the ability to see the big picture and make proper judgments, everything would be okay. What they were most worried about initially was theck of Ability X. It would result in an inurate evaluation of the opponents capabilities as the individual would not truly understand what Ability X could do. This would in turn cause wrong judgments to be made. This was detrimental to being a leader, and it was dangerous even to be a member of the team. However, with Ability X, it made a huge difference. It would be good if one had great capabilities, but even if one had average capabilities, it would not affect themanders understanding or judgment of the situation. Honestly speaking, choosing Wang Zheng was a form ofpromise. It was just the best choice out of the limited choices avable. After all, everyone wished for an all-rounded powerful and capable leader. At this moment, Wang Zheng lifted his head. In the distance was that Antis mech ... As expected, this mech was the most handsome-looking. The little prince that he had met previously was also very interesting. The entire mech was extremely streamlined, just like it was full of vitality. It was weird, but all the people from Earth had shown interest in the Antis civilization. If Wang Zheng had the chance, he would also like to know more about this lost civilization. Wang Zheng was interested in the mech and started looking around. He had even climbed into the cockpit to check it out. In terms of its specifications, its operating system was simr to that of the mecha used by humans. However, besides all this, there were many Antisponents that could not be understood. It was said that theseponents were used to receive thoughts. There was a belief that the Antis mech did not require a pilot, it could activate and operate based on thoughts and could even go into battle. From some of the Antisbat videos, it was evident that one could activate and perform basic operations based on ones thoughts. It was said that these pattern-like things werebat runes that could ry the thoughts of the people of Antis directly to operate the mech, almost like an extension of ones body. It was extremely cool, but it was a pity that humans, even those with Ability X, were unable to attain such controls. Wang Zheng imitated the people from Antis as shown in the video and coolly reached out his hand. "Activate!" Chapter 299: Acting Cool Chapter 299: Acting Cool Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The mech did not budge, as though it was mocking Wang Zhengs childishness. The three generals were also amused... this chap still had such a childish side to him. Wang Zheng was a little embarrassed. Luckily, no one had seen him. After all, everyone wanted to act cool at least once. It was a little dumb, yet exhrating. From elementary school to high school, he was fond of Antis mecha. During his elementary school days, he did the same thing with an Antis mech toy model and even yed the mecha games with Yan Xiaosu in the past. Such fond memories. Growl His stomach was protesting. Crap, he had forgotten to eat, dinner ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Zhang Shan did not call for him, most probably because the nurses who were massaging him were too hot ...... Rumble. The huge doors of the mech warehouse closed, and the entire warehouse plunged into darkness. "Meng Ao, I didnt expect your kids from Earth to be so childlike..." Lie Wuqing joked. Suddenly, a fluorescent light appeared in the mech warehouse. The runes of the Antis mech had started to shine and a ray of light shone from the mechs eyes. The three generals in the observation room were stunned...... Todays training was indeed tiring and difficult for everyone, as it was both physically and mentally draining. They still had to look through variousbat data and video clips during their breaks, and there were professional analysts exining to them the merits of the mech. All these things were merely technical analysis. The master taught the trade, but the apprentices skills were self-made. How much one could apply what they learned and how they absorbed information was also based on the individual. Although the concepts being taught were rtively basic, they were still insightful. At least Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were somewhat interested and were continuously absorbing information just like sponges. It was clear that those from the Moon were a little absent-minded, or rather disdained such education. With regards to such things where they had self-acimed to have mastered, they felt that this kind of teaching was a bit of a drag. The phrase practice makes perfect was evidently not applicable to those from the Moon. Their ability to absorb and understand was very strong. Once they understood something, they believed that they fully understood it and were not willing to waste more time and energy on it. To them, it was reducing their efficiency. Thepetition was rather intense, the scores of the teams were very close, and Lie Xin was currently in the lead. Of course, everyone knew that they did adaptation training during the summer break. It was targeted training to give them an advantage. But Lie Guang was a bit of a show-off. During one of the training sessions, the mech had hit a stone wall underwater and had some mechanical problems after it came out. Currently, it was a close race between Wang Zheng, Lie Xin, Achilles, and Lear, while Lie Guang seemed to be falling behind. Lie Xin was anxious, but she could not show that she was losing her calm. They only had an hour of lunch break and she still had to eat. After all, she was from the Lie Family, and this was her home ground. Duncan immediately called for a service technician, but for this type of mech, ordinary service technicians would not be able to solve the issue. They could only deploy another mech from another base to rece his. However, it was evident that it could not arrive in an hours time, and this would mean that Lie Guang would be getting a zero for his score this afternoon. The reason behind Wang Zhengs defeat on the Moon was due to time dys. The battle in the Mars region was the most intense as everyone was neck and neck, and not performing to standards at this crucial time was a fatal mistake. Lear was gloating a little and Achilles had heaved a sigh of relief secretly. This battle was too critical for him. "Why not let me try? You all can go and have your meals," Wang Zheng said. Duncan was stunned. "Wang Zheng, dont mess around with this, let the others do what they should do. I wont let you all off so easily for this afternoons training." "Wang Zheng, youre really an all-rounder. Dont tell me youre thinking of swapping mecha with Lie Guang." Tarosughed. With one word, he tried to provoke the people from Mars. Wang Zhengs scores were excellent, and if Lie Xins rank went down, it would mean that Wang Zheng would have risen in the rankings. Zheng Yu, the service technician at the base, alsoughed as the tone of this young chap seemed almost arrogant. "Could it be that the system that regtes the internal bnce of the mech was shaken up? If so, you could try changing it to the Lanpur system. It shouldnt affect the mechs piloting significantly as there isnt much of a difference from the conventional mechs system." Wang Zheng said, and Zheng Yu could notugh anymore. How could a pilot know about the terminologies that only the technicians would understand? "I dont think so, it is shock resistant," Zheng Yu said as he frowned. "From my analysis, it could be that Lie Guang executed a forceful maneuver after the impact and charged right at the wall yet again." Everyone immediately looked towards Lie Guang. Lie Guang shrugged his shoulders, feeling helpless. "You know, I hate things that are blocking my way, so I just went for it ...... Who would have known that this mech was so useless and that An had produced such a defective product." Lie Xin rolled her eyes. This b*stard was still doing such an absurd thing at this crucial moment. "The design of waterbat mecha andndbat mecha is different. How can you do such a thing?" Zheng Yu was speechless. "But honestly speaking, I cannot repair this." "Let me try." Wang Zheng had already taken over the tools and started to open the mechs cover skillfully. No one went to have their meals, as it was an enjoyment watching Wang Zhengs movements. They were very skillful, and he was rather precise in finding the areas where the mechs internal systems were located. This was not unfamiliar to him. Half an hourter, the mech was restored to its initial state ... The audience gave a resounding round of apuse, and Zhang Shan shouted at the top of his lungs. This was insane, so he just had to shout out! Taros and Lear looked at each other. Never in their dreams would they have thought that Wang Zheng had such capabilities. It was as though he had done Lie Xin a big favor, especially when Lie Xin had looked at them with unfriendly eyes. It was evident that everyone was rather disgusted by such an act of provocation. One week of underwater training had ended sessfully. All the participating trainees had passed the inspection. And from the results, there were a few notable ones, like Stoker from Lears team. His underwater abilities were indeed outstanding, but what left him speechless was that he did note in first ce in the underwaterbat training which he was extremely confident in. First ce went to Wang Zheng. His natural movement in the water and his grasp of underwater specialbat skills were swift and violent. In second ce was Stoker and in third ce was Achilles. The Sun Gods performance was perfect as always. He was outstanding in every aspect, it was just that his scores were just a little behind Wang Zhengs. In fourth ce was Lear, in fifth ce was Lie Xin, and in the sixth ce was Luo Fei. Although it was a home ground battle, Lie Xin did not get the home ground advantage. With regards to the underwater mech training, they had already trained hard for it during the summer break, but other than getting a little advantage initially, they were overtaken very quickly. Especially by Wang Zheng. He did not give off the feel of a genius and did not look like one. But he was like a monster when in control of a mech. The results of the simted battle were also unbelievable. The key was to gain an advantage in the use of water resistance, buoyancy, and to also have a higher level of understanding with regards to the mech. Wang Zheng was not only a pilot, but also a service technician. He could analyze the ways to use the mech from different perspectives, and during the training process, he even provided feedback to others. Repairing Lie Guangs mech had let everyone see that this was Wang Zhengs personality and not because he had other motives. He was the reserve leader, and it was possible that he would end up bing the actual leader. Everyone wanted to be a leader, but only Wang Zheng exuded the natural charisma of one. Everyone could feel it as well. Unwittingly, everyone had epted Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng could not give them any direct benefits, but it just felt appropriate for him to be the one. He was worthy of their trust. Towards the end, whoever had faced difficulties in the operation of the mech or even had some glitches would look for Wang Zheng directly. It would be more convenient and direct than looking for a technician. Such recognition was gradual, and unwittingly, everyone had established trust in Wang Zheng. Compared to the arrogance of those from the Moon and Lears gloominess, Wang Zheng was a little better. Although Lie Xin was not bad, it felt like she was stillcking something. Based on the trend, everyone had suddenly realized that Wang Zheng had a very high chance of bing the leader. Duncan gathered everyone to set up the arrangements for the next mission. The star chart opened up. "Look here. Thiset belt is located at the border of the Sr System and it is not within a fixed route. However, once you pass through thiset belt, there is a group of inteary pirates who have been entrenched and are constantly fleeing around. For many years, they havemitted many crimes, but these guys are sly and cunning. The Inteary Inspection Team have tried multiple times to encircle and suppress them, but they failed. But this time, our undercover agents have managed to infiltrate them sessfully, and now is the time for us to destroy them." Duncan looked at everyone, and everyone seemed extremely eager and excited about it. Having such a feeling was not good, because this kind of excitement would mean that they were underestimating their enemies. "First and foremost, this is not a drill. If you fail, only death awaits," Duncan said indifferently. "These pirates are nicknamed and known as the Routers. Raston, Taros, this should be familiar to the two of you." For those from the centrals, they would not pay much attention to these hooligans, but for the Space City or thes at the borders of the Sr System, it was different. The two of them nodded. "These guys havemitted several crimes. The Federation has offered high rewards, but no one hase forward to take on the mission." Everyone was on alert. The pirates would flee when a big troop came, and if it was a small troop, they would just kill them off. If they were up against the special forces, they would also flee and run off beforeing back again. Indeed, they were difficult to deal with. Besides, the leader of the Router pirate group was always on his toes, so it was quite difficult to infiltrate them. No one knew how this was done. "This time, all of you are going to disguise as students from the Montgomery Finance College and head towards the Immortal Fairy Gxy to attend aworking event." "Ahh, that affluent second generation college. They could probably rob a huge fortune out of it." Lie Guangughed. Actually, he was also considered part of the affluent second generation ss. To be exact, he was the most senior when it came to the affluent second generation. Montgomery Finance College was located on the Moon. It provided a holistic finance education for the children from rich families. It was indeed formidable, and the students were mostly sons and daughters from the new generation of wealthy families. In the college, all the students had simr backgrounds and could form new friendship circles and rtionships at the same time. The selling point was clear, and hence it had been very popr over the past few years. If these precious children were out on a trip, and it would be normal for them to be targeted. "You all will be recing them. A merchant ship will be provided. Once surrounded, the ships leader will choose to surrender. What you all have to do is, when docking with the piratesmand ship, seize overall control quickly. Then youll have to work together, both inside and outside, and hold on until the Federations Inspection Team arrives." Duncan instructed the team. This was their first time executing such a mission, and it was a sh with pirates. Some of them were excited, and some were worried ...... Chapter 300: Acting like the Nouveau Riche Chapter 300: Acting like the Nouveau Riche Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "This missiones with great risk. We are not sure if themand ship of the Federation will arrive in time. If not, then you all might be in danger of getting destroyed. Of course, there is still an 80% chance of the former happening. The skill level of this bunch of pirates isnt too bad; from past experiences, it seems there is an ace level pilot amongst the pirates, hence you all must be fast, urate, and ruthless. All of you must work as a team. Once conquered, hold your ground for an hour and try your best to dy the negotiations to allow the Federation to encircle the pirates. All of you must know, this opportunity did note easy. The Federation requests that we get rid of the entire Router pirate group. From Duncans serious expression, it seemed like things werent going to be that easy. "Instructor, if thats the case, why dont we send the Special Forces undercover. Wouldnt the chances of winning be higher?" Milo asked. "First of all, this is our first time executing this n. Furthermore, our opponents are extremely cunning. They would definitely send their informants onboard into the spaceships. If they see that those onboard arent ordinary students, they will definitely not make their move. Besides, if their informants cannot slip in, they will not carry out their n. This is also why this bunch of pirates who have acted so atrociously have yet to be caught. This is a rare opportunity, and there are no excuses for failure!" Duncan shouted, "This is thest test for all of you. Do you understand?!" "Yes, Colonel!" "Very good. In consideration of the earlier results, we have decided to appoint Wang Zheng as the temporary leader. Although it is temporary, within this period, everyone must follow his orders. I emphasize once again: this is not a drill, and every single one of you must observe strict discipline. Any mistake can cause the entire team to be destroyed. Not only all of you, even our undercover agents can possibly lose their lives because of this!" Everyones gazes turned towards Wang Zheng. Everyone knew that he was acknowledged through his performance. The oue was unexpected, yet reasonable. Wang Zheng served as apromise. Whether it was Achilles, Lear, or Lie Xin, they were able to ept it. Wang Zheng stood up and saluted. "I guarantee that I willplete this mission!" "Thats good. Next we have tactical analyst Major Emma to brief you about the tactics and deployment arrangements." Finally, it was time for the real battle. Honestly speaking, the military did not n to let them take part initially. However, after Meng Ao and the rest had found out about the training situation of other countries, they were a little worried. With theck of a real physical battle, especially when it concerned life and death, they might not be able to go far. The Sr System Federation had been too gentle and mild, whether it was with the outside world, or within their internal training. These soldiers had already lost their bloodlust. Also, from an overall point of view, this group of people was a better choice. Furthermore, even acting as a bait, ordinary students could not do it. There was no one more suitable than them, and it was even better if they did not have to escort them with actual soldiers. As for acting like they were nouveau riche...... there were many of them that were genuinely born with a silver spoon in their mouths. There was no need to pretend at all. This time around, no one asked if they were willing, or if they had decided to pull out. This was what they had been training for... unless they were afraid of death. If that was the case, they should have gone back home, as this was a fundamental requirement of a soldier, to not fear death. Regardless of which family they came from, these youngsters were not afraid of death. To Lear, Achilles, and the rest, this was nothing. Achilles had a certain level of understanding towards this group of pirates. After all, he shared good rtions with the mercenaries. During their summer holiday training, they talked about it leisurely and naturally. The Router pirate group was the slyest group entrenched around the Sr System currently. Their leader was extremely mysterious and ruthless, and he would choose to give up at the slightest signs of trouble. Also, he would make sure there were no mistakes once he had fixed his eyes on the target. There were rumors that he did not recruit from within the Sr System, but from other systems, just to ensure that there were no infiltrators. Furthermore, once a traitor had been captured by the pirates, regardless of gender, he or she would probably regret ever being born. After listening to Achilles understanding of the current situation, the masses had a better picture of what was happening. This battle had no room for failure. The moment they failed,mitting suicide would perhaps be a better option than being captured. Dont expect the pirates to treat you ording to the Milky Way Alliance prisoner treaty. It would be good even if you were raped before getting killed. The worst thing that could possibly happen would be the pirates not letting you die even if you wished to. Although Taros wasnt on the same path as Achilles, this was something Taros had experience with as this was amon urrence over at the Hades Republic. It was not that Taros had a gloomy disposition, but rather he did not get along easily with these people that came from such an orderly world. The ce he was from was chaotic and full of strife. It was as though they belonged to two different worlds. Thus, he would rather exchange benefits with people like Lear, because benefits were the most practical. Honestly speaking, he did not view this mission positively. It was not because the teamcked the potential, but within this bunch of rookies, how many of them were actually fit for real battle? Besides, Wang Zheng was the leader, a rookie who had never fought in a battle before. Did the military get shot in their heads and had brain damage or something? In the Sr System, a Galileo gship, a type of luxury spaceship, was moving in the vast space. This particr type of ship was a symbol of luxury. It could not hold many individuals, but each person had their own room and there were luxurious entertainment facilities. It had a swimming pool and a billiard room. If they were willing, they could even y a game of space golf. It was exhrating to hit the peculiar golf ball in artificial gravity towards the vast space. Yet such a grand and luxurious ship was only serving a little over 30 students. Although it was a spaceship, its entertainment andfort were first ss. If you had seen their school badge, Montgomery Finance College, anyone from the Sr System would know why. It was an academy for the children who came from noble families. Their fundse from the schools shareholders, who were also the parents of these children. They invested in the school through sponsorships, hence in Montgomery Finance College, theirst concern would be not having enough funds. Especially when travelling to other countries, they paid even more attention to their appearance. The students gathered in groups inside the entertainment room. It was obvious that they were quite interested in this trip. There were more than fifty service personnel on board, and they were professionals that were specially selected. However, the informant of the Router pirate group was definitely within the service crew. The leader of the Router pirate group was extremely clever indeed. None of his informants were actual pirates, and they were rewarded for obtaining information for him. Reducing the risk of these spies to the bare minimum was the reason why this group of people was willing to work with him, taking zero risk yet obtaining high returns. That being said, it was obvious that there was arge group of informants. Everything was normal as the ship passed through the spaceports one after another. There were no particr stringent checks, but there was also no ck on their part either. These students, indeed, were young punks that were not easy to serve. At such a young age, they were already able to enjoy such luxurious lifestyles. On what grounds did they deserve it? In the shadows, there was a pair of eyes that looked extremely unsatisfied. There were four girls. Other than one who did not catch the attention of others, the remaining three were mouth-wateringly beautiful. If they had a chance to hit up with thesedies just once, they would have not lived for nothing. Perhaps they could negotiate terms with the pirates this time, and maybe it would be fine not to be rewarded. Milo, Meng Tian, and Lie Xin were passively engaged in a contest of beauty. One was as gentle as the moonlight, one was cold like an ice mountain, and the other was as passionate as fire. They had different styles, yet they were all beautiful. As for the odd one out, being self-aware of her looks, she went to one side and started drawing, facing the starry sky. Her family had so much money, why did she not go for stic surgery? Her drawings were exceptional, and the rich were fond of this, doing all sorts of things known as art. Whether one was was rich or not, there was an aura that could not be faked. There was even a boy who seemed to exude sunshine, giving off a domineering aura with his every move. On his finger sat a ring with a huge red gemstone that was highly valued. Looking at the essories of the threedies, although seemingly inconspicuous, each one could easily cost ones sry for the entire year. Travelling often involved rx and y. For Wang Zheng... nobility was something that could not be faked, but acting like he was a nouveau riche was possible. At the very least, he could imitate the presence of the nouveau riche Yan Xiaosu. It seemed like the nouveau riche who came from Earth waspeting with the Moons aristocrats for the favor of the girls. The two of them were having a fierce fight, while the others were just enjoying the show. Wang Zhengs skills at billiard were not too bad. Each time he knocked a ball into the hole, evoked cheers from the onlooking crowd. Lie Xin was wearing an exaggerated outfit, showcasing her long legs and capturing the eyes of many with her every movement. Both Meng Tian and Milo had their own charms, but it was extremely difficult for guys to resist such sexy charm. "Achilles, you must work harder. If not, Ill be apanying him tonight" Lie Xin said as sheid on top of Wang Zheng. Her T-shirt had arge opening, and her snow white breasts were vaguely visible. Probably only the people from Mars were this fierce and direct. Wang Zheng could feel a terrifying sticity on his back. F**k, Lie Xin, do you really want to go to such an extreme? "Be careful! You said this yourself. I will take him down. When we reach our destination, whatever you want to buy, just take your pick. I will buy it!" Wang Zheng said with his lustful eyes. "My dear, this is what you said, dont regret it." "Hey, nouveau riche Wang, did you bring enough money? Dont y dumb," Achilles said. "Ick everything except for money. Furthermore, my brothers are around too. Am I right!?" Wang Zheng said to Lear. Lear shrugged his shoulders. "Unless you let me have a share, I wont help you a single bit." The masses were stunned and started amotion. Were they referring to the legendary threesome? Lie Xin scanned the scene briefly with her eyes before moving even more closely and grabbing Wang Zheng tightly. "Aiya, I dont like people who are stingy. Meng Tian, how about we both serve Wang Zheng together?" Lie Xin asked provokingly. Wang Zheng felt shivers down his spine. Oh, my, was there a need to be so immersed in the act? Actually, it was Wang Zheng who did not understand the Montgomery Finance College. It was even more messy andplicated inside. A bunch of wealthy princes or deviant rich beauties, what else could they do other than seek excitement? Wang Zheng was afraid that Meng Tian would not catch up, and just as he was preparing to oppose, Meng Tian looked at Lie Xin in the eyes. "It was not bad thest time, we can try it again." Wang Zheng nearly fell down in shock. What a fierceeback! Meng Tian was equally formidable after all. These women were born with the potential to win an Oscar. "Hey, you, yes, you, go and open another ten bottles of Latour. It must have been aged for at least 20 years. Bill it under my name. You must be kidding, this tastes horrible." Zhang Shan eximed. He was in the midst of gaming, and he raged as he yed. Although he wanted to pretend to be a noble, he eventually pretended to be a nouveau riche together with Wang Zheng. Actually, being a nouveau riche... felt pretty good. Chapter 301: Making the First Move Chapter 301: Making the First Move Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The waiter quickly nodded his head and respectfully rushed out. However, at the moment of closing the door, there was a vicious gleam in his eyes. His Skylink was connected and a message was sent out containing only the letter O. It was a signal that there were no problems, everything was going ording to n. The reason why the Router pirate group was always sessful in their ns was because of their intelligence-gathering processes. Even if their intelligence was leaked, the military would not possibly let the rich heirs be the bait. They did not have the guts to do so, as this raid would jeopardize their lives Hence, the crux of this was to determine whether this bunch of people were really the heirs to rich families. This could be seen from the details, especially their tastes towards certain things. It was easy to act like a nouveau riche, but it was impossible to act like an aristocrat. At least half of them were aristocrats, so the cargo on this spaceship definitely had no problems. There was a big box lying in the hangar containing some goods. To be honest, it was just to impress others. The Sr System Federation was generous, and they liked exchanging gifts to show off. This was all done in an attempt to get others to respect them. When dealing with the outside world, it was of utmost important for one to have a sense of pride and self-respect. Hence, everyone was willing to learn from the students from Montgomery Finance College. This would definitely bring about a tidy sum. Although Zhang Runan was drawing, she was actually observing carefully. It was not convenient for others to do so, and she was ying the role of an isted individual. It was even better for her to be more detailed in her observations. It was inevitable to say that it was difficult for many to look past ones appearances, even for spies. Zhang Runan appeared to be fierce, yet she was elegant and ssy when drawing. However, as a result of her appearance, others were unwilling to even take another nce at her. Zhang Runan had noticed the shifty behaviour of a particr waiter who had a mustache. It was his eyes. When others were staring at Lie Xin and the girls, he was looking around, his eyes burning with desire. The other waiters did not dare to do this. Everything went as per normal and eventually, Wang Zheng, the nouveau riche, seeded in getting thedies to his side. On his left was the icy-cold Meng Tian. Many were interested in knowing if she possessed a passionate inner self beneath her icy cold appearance. On his right was Lie Xin, who was sexy and hot, extremely mesmerizing. With both ice and fire right by his side, it was as though he had the best of both worlds, and even he could not resist the temptation. While everyone else was feeling jealous and envious, Wang Zheng brought thedies back to enjoy the beautiful night. Luckily, Achilles was not left alone, he still had Milo. The others could only sigh. Both Wang Zheng and Achilles were the two contenders among the nouveau riche, no one else was able to fight with them. The rest of them went back to their rooms to rest after ying for a little while. In space, there was no day and night, but it was best to abide by the rules of having a fixed resting times instead of ying continuously. When the door closed, Wang Zheng heaved a big sigh of relief. For him to kill two birds with one stone like this was almost a fantasy. However, this happening in reality was impossible. There was approximately an hour before the spaceship would enter the designated point of attack, which was the most favorable space domain for an ambush. The Federations quick response team was already on standby, but they had to dy their actions slightly to lower the pirates guard. In the hanger were space mecha they specialised in, all primed and ready to go. "Lie Xin, Meng Tian, inform everyone that we will begin in half an hour." The show was already over, but the two of them.... Meng Tian and Lie Xin were still leaning on Wang Zheng, and this was when he realised that something was not right with the two of them. "Wang Zheng, my head is spinning, this doesnt seem right." Meng Tian was the first to copse. Lie Xins face was juicy red, and her lips were about to bleed. "Theres a problem with the wine, I...." Lie Xin had practiced the Lie me Technique, hence her bodys constitution was different from others. Meng Tian was already on the verge of copsing. Although she could still hang on a little longer, she hadpletely lost her will to fight. Wang Zheng then realized the severity of this problem. While their performance was apudable, they had neglected the fact that their opponents would strike before them. In the words of the pirates, precious goods could not be damaged. His Skylink sent an emergency signal out, but there was no response over at the other end. In each of the rooms, Zhang Shan and the rest had all copsed, and a few others had already fallen even before they reached their rooms. Their opponent had taken action immediately after they confirmed the situation, and in the near distance, three merchant ships were approaching, but... from the direction of the ships, it was obvious that something was wrong. At this moment, the three merchant ships suddenly elerated, and Wang Zheng sent a signal for help. Duncan had received the signal, looking somber. He did not expect to be disadvantaged from the start. "Dispatch all spaceships immediately!" Upon his orders, twelve Clovis Light Assault ships immediately changed their direction, heading towards their destination at full speed. However, the three pirate ships would arrive here within ten minutes. Meng Tian was alreadypletely unconscious, and although Lie Xin was barely hanging on, she had lost her will to fight. "Psychoactive drugs. Bring me some water!" Lie Xin said as she bit her teeth. After pouring a bottle of water on herself, Lie Xin was feeling slightly better. Meng Tian woke up, but she was still feeling very weak. "Give me some time, I think it is possible to recover!" Lie Xin knew they were being too imprudent. Knowing that there were spies around, they still dared to indulge in eating and drinking, and they had never expected their opponents to have the nerve to do such a thing. The Lie me Technique was already in operation. "You take care of Meng Tian, I have to prepare for battle now!" Wang Zheng said. Every minute gained now was equivalent to another minute of being safe. It was crucial for them to get into their mecha. If not, they would all end up getting killed, just like fishes on a chopping board. Just as Wang Zheng thought he would be fighting this battle alone, he received two replies. They came from Lear and Achilles! "Gather at the hangar!" Lear and Achilles were actually heading towards the hangar already. They possessed the same judgement that in such a situation, it was crucial to get their weapons first before proceeding further. The pirates fighter ships were charging at them at high speeds, preparing to ransack the goods and moving off before destroying the ship. Although this ship was valuable, in this star domain, such a merchant ship would only slow down their team. Hence they did not need it anymore. Furthermore, what was valuable were the hostages. Liao Pin looked at his masterpiece cheerfully. After he set his target, he immediately knocked out everyone with HT9, the most powerful tranquilizer on the ck market. It was so strong that it could even knock out a cow. One could regain consciousness from this drug by pouring water over oneself, but they would feel fatigue for about an hour, allowing the opponents to do whatever they wanted in the meantime. This was a big bunch of people. He had suffered for many years, all for the sake of thisrge catch. Once it waspleted, he could go for stic surgery, change his identity, and lead a good life. However, there was still time. He had lingering thoughts about the three beautifuldies. He still had another ten minutes, so it was still possible for him to do something, to enjoy himself. If the girls ended up in the hands of the pirates, he would get nothing for himself. Liao Pins heart was on fire at the thought of it, Looked like this was the ce... Once he looked up, he saw a shadow heading in his direction. Wasnt this the nouveau riche? How did he.... Wang Zheng had also noticed Liao Pin. The opposing party did not have any intention to run away and took out a knife. Although weapons were not allowed in there, such tools could be easily found in the kitchen. A rich yboy, that was what the opponent had thought of Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng sped up and charged over, grabbing the knife in an instant and disarming Liao Pin. It was like dealing with a baby. He was trussed up and taken along. In the hangar, Lear and Achilles had already unlocked the mecha. The two of them werepletely fine. Lear did not trust anyone, hence he did not eat or drink. Although Achilles had eaten and drank, he was the Sun God. His ability overcame the effects of the psychoactive drugs. Maybe it was Achilles Ability X. When Wang Zheng met up with them, the trussed up Liao Pin was dumbfounded. He had added a stronger dosage of the drug to their food and drink. Out of which, he had witnessed both Wang Zheng and Achilles consuming it right before his eyes. How could this be.... "You guys better release me. If not, youll regret itter!" Liao Pinughed. Papapapa.... Lear knocked out a few of Liao Pins teeth the moment he went up to him. As he pinched Liao Pins mouth, he said viciously, "Youd better have a solution to dy the attack from the pirates. If not, you will not live past tomorrow!" Chapter 302: Taking Their Lives Chapter 302: Taking Their Lives Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas A pitiful scream resounded. At this point, Liao Pin realized that this bunch of people were not the nouveau riche he thought they were "You... who are you exactly..." Liao Pin did not expect these guys to be so ruthless. At this moment, Wang Zheng received another message. It was from Zhang Runan. She had only consumed a small amount of the drug and her strong body constitution had allowed her to recover quickly from a trance. "Runan, youll be responsible for taking care of everyone. Gather them at the captains room quickly. Together with Lear and Achilles, we will be in charge of attacking. You all have to get in contact with the fleet as quickly as possible!" "Its useless. The Federation fleet needs at least an hour to arrive, and you dont even have ten minutes to spare right now. Haha, quickly, release me now, maybe I can still give you a chance to beg me for mercy." Boom... Lear stabbed a knife into the ground right beside him and Liao Pin immediately shut up. "Theres no need to talk to this minion, the enemies are already here." On the outside, the three merchant ships had already taken off their disguises and hung up their pirate gs. The Router pirate group, the most ruthless and scheming pirate group in the Sr System Federation. "Adam ss Battleships, equipped with a main cannon, ferrying over 180 mech warriors and 500 fighters," Achilles said. This was the cruiser produced by the Moon. There were three of these ships, and on their side, they only had three people. "The opponents are extremely cautious in their actions as they intend to capture us alive. Therefore, they probably will not use their main cannon. The rest is up to us," Wang Zheng said. Lear and Achilles exchanged nces. Even with their abilities, it would be difficult to hold these pirates off. "Wang Zheng, Lear, we have been fighting over the position of leader all this while. Right now we have a golden opportunity to resolve this problem. How about this: whoever kills the most will be the leader." Achilles suddenly said. When one had the capabilities, one would have confidence as well. A glimpse of light shed through Lears eyes. He was unwilling to take the risk, especially when the investment and rewards were disproportionate, but sometimes one had to just take the risk. Wang Zheng smiled. "Its settled then. Lets go!" The three of them quickly entered their cockpits. A mech was capable of creating miracles, especially under the control of an ace pilot. However, that was generally only after numerous failures. It could only be said that the three of them were not all afraid of what the pirates had in store for them. The target was in sight. The leader of the pirate group, Eric, looked indifferently at the floating target. It seemed like Little Worm had already gotten everything under control and the shining scar at the corner of his eye looked particrly grim. The batch of goods in store for them was not too bad, especially the three beauties inside. Not only could the pirates sell them for a good price, they could also take the opportunity to have fun with thedies themselves. "Boss, weve lost contact with Little Worm. Could something have happened?" The transaction this time around was pretty big, hence Eric had toe personally. Failure was uneptable. Eric frowned. Looking at the whole process, it should not be a big problem, but the problem had to happen at such a crucial time. Based on his prudent habits, right now was the best time to turn back, but such a big catch was right in front of him and the Federations fleet would only arrive in an hours time. "Send out the mecha, board the ship, and settle everything within half an hour!" "Yes, Boss. Our brothers are ready." A bunch of pirates went into action immediately and one burly pirate stood beside Eric. "Boss, could this be a trap?" "Its not a big problem, such a situation is normal. Even if there really is an issue, there is nothing much they can do with one merchant ship. Im more interested in what they have inside!" Eric sneered. "If there is a problem, we can also see where the problem lies." "Yes, Boss. Do you need me to personally lead the team?" Mu Sen said. "Its just a small matter, you dont have to get involved. It should be done within ten minutes." A few hundred mech warriors were flying out from the three battleships, heading towards the merchant ship. On the other hand, three mecha flew out from the merchant ship. Ericughed. "Theyre putting up a desperate struggle. Looks like the old folks from the Federation really cannot think clearly. Im afraid its all student soldiers inside." It was inevitable to say that Erics ability to infer was pretty strong. Little Worm had confirmed the situation inside, and in addition to the resistance put up, it looked like he did not manage to knock out everyone. The Federation troops were pinning their hopes on a bunch of young punks to stop him? It was like a wild fantasy. But how did their information get leaked? Once they were captured, the answer would probably be revealed. Wang Zheng, together with Lear and Achilles, piloted the three Space Chariot Type Ks from the Moon, heading towards the mecha army headed towards them. Suddenly,ser beams shed towards them. To the pirates, resistance could not be tolerated and anyone who resisted would be killed. Within the ship, Lie Xin and Zhang Runan had already gathered the masses. Theyid restlessly in the ship captains room. Lie Xins Lie me Technique was indeed formidable; she had already recovered a significant portion of her fighting power. However, it was necessary to have someone protecting and helping within the ship itself, and just having Zhang Runan alone was not enough. Taros was taken into the cockpit by Zhang Runan, and he was really regretting his actions. He also wanted to look good. Had he known, he would not have consumed all that drugged food. His judgment was truly clouded. It had all boiled down to having a rxed, careless mentality that an individual held. No wonder Lear had only consumed a little. Everyone should had been wary when they were nearing their destination. The rest could only provide mental support for the team. If it was the whole unit that went forward, there was a high chance of dying the pirates, but now.... Achilless silver mech was in the center and on both sides stood Wang Zheng and Lear respectively. The real battle had begun. Achilles could finally give it a go. No matter how good he was during the training, what mattered was showing his abilities and courage during the actual battle. This was a tough battle to fight, but despite the differences in their styles, they were in unison when facing such a situation. Achilless Space Chariot was the fastest amongst the three and performed a high difficulty maneuver, allowing his mech to prate into the mass of enemies. At the instant he stopped, the Space Chariots guns on its two shoulders opened fire at the same time. It had an amazing ability tobat in any direction. Rumble rumble.... Three enemy mecha had been shot down. The Space Chariot suddenly burst forward... the pirates felt shivers as the beam saber slid through theirpanions. Achilles had already started to kill crazily. Milo and the rest clenched their fists, for they believed that Achilles was able to save them. This was the person they have been following all this while. The fierce and terrifying Sun God! Lear did not take the spotlight. He allowed Achilles to take the brunt of the pirates attention and started circling the enemy mass. Without any bigmotion, three mecha were taken down. It didnt require any fancy abilities. Wang Zheng served as a reserve force. When faced with a disadvantage of arms, Wang Zheng knew that harassing the opponents was not a great idea. It was crucial to devise a way to break through the pirates mecha and quickly attack the opponents mothership. The joyous atmosphere in the pirates ship dampened instantly. When the three mecha had firste out, they were still very rxed, but after looking at their prowess inbat.... Eric mmed his fist against the control deck. "Hmm, ace pilots? Fine, since you guys want to y, then well y along too. Dispatch the drones!" "Yes, Boss!" What exactly was the concept of an ace pilot? They were the king of mech warriors! The pirates had fought countless battles, and there were many excellent ones who were willing to sacrifice their lives in battle. However, when dealing with ace pilots, especially when there were three of them, there was a heavy price to pay even if the pirates managed to take them down. To Eric, each of his subordinates was part of his precious wealth. In no time, several Shadow Hunter Drones rushed out. They had the form of airnes, and on their two sides were gatlingser guns. Although they were not very technologically advanced, they posed a big threat when they attacked as a group. To put it simply, this was the suppression caused by superior arms and power. Once the drones were dispatched, the pirates mecha immediately withdrew, forming an encirclement, allowing the drones to assault and deplete their energy. Undeniably, this bunch of pirates were trained well, and they were efficient in carrying out orders. This resulted in the trio, inclusive of Wang Zheng, being not able to carry out their attacks. With the dronesing towards them, Achilles gave out an order. "Disperse! The two of you, tie them down. I will go straight in!" Unknowingly, Achilles took on the role of the leader, but no one said anything. It was because he was destined to be the leader; he had an aura of leadership that had umted till now. It would not be changed because of a mere appointment of the leader position. At this moment, no one was debating over who had the power to lead and direct. Besides, Achilles was taking the most dangerous task for himself. He suddenly rushed through the middle. Wang Zheng and Lear performed a high difficulty maneuver with their respective Space Chariots, widening the gap quickly. However, tens of Shadow Hunter Drones had rushed forward and there were even more of the pirates mecha catching up from behind. Eric salivated. In his head, he had this thought: how good it would be to capture these aces alive? However, such thoughts could only remain as thoughts because the price he would have to pay in order to capture them alive was too heavy. Fine, the Federation military really had the guts to send their elites from the Sr System military schools! These guys were worth much more! Little Worm had really aplished something big this time. If these guys had went to battle in their usual state, they might have obtained a pyrrhic victory, but now...... Eric sneered. There was enough time! When Meng Ao and the other two received this message, they were shocked and angry. They had assessed the risk before sending them over. Wang Zheng and the others were equipped with the necessary fighting power for battle, but if there were only three of them who could enter the battle, that was the end for them. They were sent toplete missions, not to send themselves to their own doom. This was something that the Sr System military could not ept. "Duncan, order the fleet to charge ahead immediately, at any cost!" Lie Wuqing shouted. Crap, if anything happened to Lie Xin and Lie Guang, this was going to be a big problem. This bunch of people were too careless. The three of them felt anxious and helpless, for they had thought they were mature enough, but... The signal eventually connected and, seeing that Lie Xin was with the group, Lie Wuqing heaved a sigh of relief. "Lie Xin, whats the situation now!?" Lie Wuqing asked. "General, we were plotted against. Currently, Wang Zheng, Lear, and Achilles are fighting against the enemies, and most of us have lost our fighting power. General, Ive already recovered to about 70-80%. I would like to request to join the battle!" Lie Xin said. The battlefield had already been suppressed by the pirates, so Wang Zheng and the rest could only choose to escape. Achilles was also surrounded, and while they maintained high intensity operations, it was impossible for that tost. Taking one nce at Lie Xin, it was evident that she had only recovered about 50% of her strength. Sending her out to battle would only mean sending her to her death. "No, everyone else stays in the ship. In case, and I mean just in case, we fail, you all shall not resist. I will handle the rest!" The anger in Lie Xins heart had already reached its peak, but she could not possibly let the group die in the hands of the pirates. Simrly, Wuqing, as one of Mars generals, was also boiling with anger. Even if the pirates were rendered into pieces, it wouldnt abate his anger. Chapter 303: Mad Encirclement Chapter 303: Mad Encirclement Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The fleet led by Duncan was already charging ahead at full speed. It was clear that if they were to fail this mission, the other generals might be spared, but the soldiers from Mars would not escape a military trial and might even be executed on the spot. Lie Xin was extremely anxious, and so were the others. They were restless. Even if they werefortable enough to pilot a mech, sending themselves out to battle would probably mean instant deaths, but it was even more ufortable to see the rest of them suffer in this state. Meng Tian looked pale. She had made such a fatal mistake at such a crucial time. Zhang Shan, on the other hand, was so furious that he pped his own face in frustration. He was unable to perform at such an important time. He would have rather died gloriously in battle than cooped up in this cabin. "No way, I want to go and fight! The three of them dont seem like they can hold on!!" Lie Xin said after a moment of deep thought. But Zhang Runan pulled Lie Xin. "Lie Xin, you have not recovered. If you go out there, you might drag them down instead." This time, Zhang Runan was calmer. The three of them were in an extremely dangerous situation, but it had not reached the final moment, as they were the strongest men equipped with Ability X. Just like butterflies were attracted to flowers, Lear fluttered around his opponents, attracting the attention of the Shadow Hunter Drones and eventually causing them to bunch up. Right at this moment, the Space Chariot suddenly stopped. Something shot out, and there was an unusual spatial. One of the Shadow Hunter Drones exploded, and subsequently the other drones were caught in a chain explosion as a result. In a sh, tens of Shadow Hunter Drones that were chasing after Lear, along with over ten pirate mech warriors, had all turned into scrap. In the meantime, inside the cabin, the group was cheering loudly. It was totally unbelievable. At this moment, no one felt that Lear was detestable, he was extremely cool. Lears Ability X. But Lear could not hear the cheers. He had turned pale instantly after executing such a showy move. He still had to keep some energy in reserve as the pirate mech warriors were not intimidated by what he had done. Seeing Lear show his powers, Achilles, who was trapped in the center, had also taken action. A strong silver light emerged from the Space Chariot. Countlessser beams shot at Achilless mech, but all of them were blocked by an invisible forcefield. Achilles was like a god, absorbing all theser beams. Then, all of a sudden, countlesssers were reflected back, striking the drones, and arge area was cleared out in no time. At this point, Wang Zheng knew that he could not hold back either. Wang Zheng was certain that his Primordial Regression Technique would allow him to sustain his Ability X. Yet in this situation, even if it could not, it was time to take action. His Space Chariot retreated with hissers zing. However, at this point, thesers he was shooting out seemed to be glowing with even greater intensity. Boom... Boom boom boom boom... He pushed his mech to its limits as he attacked in every direction. Once a drone was hit, its energy shield could no longer be used. Following which, the drones would lose control, flying in all directions and even colliding with one another. Chaos ensued. Eric and the rest were dumbfounded. What the f**k was going on? Eric shouted, "Were going to be rich. Dispatch everyone, catch them all alive. Good! We have one with a spatial Ability X, another equipped with a forcefield Ability X, and one equipped with an Ice Ability X. Based on what we can see, they are already at Grade C. As long as we capture the three of them, we can retire already, hahaha!" Such capable guys, and in addition to Little Worms intel, they were all quite young. They were definitely the most valuable within the Sr System Federation. Besides, to attain such a high level of skill was not something that could be done by ordinary individuals. The Sr System Federation had clearly taken a huge risk with this operation. Eric had also gone crazy, dispatching all the mech warriors and unmanned drones from their mothership. In addition to the goods on board, this was not just the case of paying ransom. Getting money, equipment, or even a few Aegis ss Battleships in exchange for these individuals was not a problem. The trio felt weak after using their abilities. Using the mecha to execute their respective Ability Xs had used up even more energy. Whilst the trio was stressed, they saw a glimpse of recognition from one another, having the same level of powers and abilities. They had not been battling amongst one another all this while for nothing. But looking at therge group of mecha dispatched, with the addition of the unmanned drones, which numbered over 500, it looked as though the pirates were going to struggle to the end. Even the conceited Achilles felt a sense of helplessness. Even if they could use their powers again, that would leave them with no energy to retaliate and fight back. Furthermore, the current situation was that even if they went all out, they would only be able to destroy 50 mecha or so. "Persevere, go in circles, and hold up until our backup arrives!" Unknowingly, ten minutes had passed. "It seems like the opponents want to capture us alive, nows the time to make use of it!" Lear looked at the enemies line-up and noticed something. Thesers roared, but it was evident that they were not as resolute as before. The opponents strength in numbers was a great advantage; they could potentially split up and surround the trio. With their constantly depleting energy shields, under such circumstances, the three did not have many choices left. Inside the ship, Lie Xin and the others were quiet. The hopes that they had earlier were dampened once again. Lie Wuqing was also feeling the same. He knew the capabilities of the three soldiers, but... Watching till this point, he was even more determined to rescue the three soldiers at all costs, and before that happened, they had to hold on. Time passed, but the pirates were hesitant to take action. What made things worse was that the trio had strong powers and were skilled, making it difficult to catch them, albeit the fact that they were slowly being drained. It was not impossible to capture them alive, but the crux was that time was running out. Eric was also keeping track of the time. He really wanted to capture the three of them. If that was done, it would be possible for him to exchange them for three battleships. However, the truth was harsh. Twenty minutes had passed, and he had to take his captives and leave before it was toote. "Dont waste any more time, destroy them instead!" Theser beams from the drones and the mecha shed towards the three. The pirates could not take it any further and started attacking relentlessly. However, the trio quickly retreated and made use of the merchant ships energy shields as shelter from the assault. If it came to closebat, they had no fear as they were confident in their own abilities. In order to not gain attention, the merchant ship was not equipped with arms, but had reinforced the energy shields to dy for time. All their preparatory efforts were quite adequate, but reality always came up short. The unmanned drones were dive-bombing the shields, and the pirates mecha were preparing to board the ship. It was time for close-quartersbat! "Chief Officer, fire the guns now!" "Boss, erm...what if we lose our goods because of this?" "Are you dumb? Take down the energy shield!" "Yes, Boss!" The main guns from the three battleships began to charge up. The rays reflecting off from the main cannons appeared particrly icy-cold in space. Lie Xin and the others were watching, but there was nothing they could do. Rumble rumble... A st was shot out, colliding directly with the energy shield! The energy shield shook violently, and the rm rang out. "Danger, danger, ships energy level has dropped to 60%." It had to be a joke. These pirates were actually shooting a civilian vessel with a military grade ship armament! It was just a matter of time before they were destroyed. Meanwhile, some of the pirates had already started wreaking havoc inside the ship. (TL Note: Fratricide isnt cool kids) Momentster, anotherser shot towards the ship with the IG participants. This was an extremely urate hit, aiming for the rear of the ship to knock out its engines. The people witnessed theser beaming towards the battleship right before their eyes. If it hit the target, even if they had the protection of the energy shield, it would cause significant damage to the ship and might even prate through it directly if they were unlucky. Suddenly, a mech warrior appeared in front, and under Wang Zhengs control, the mechs energy shield was activated. His Ability X burst outwards. With the Space Chariot as the center, a white area appeared around him, forming an icy shield. Boom.... But when theser st came into contact with the ice, the entire area turned into mist in an instant. Boom..... Wang Zhengs mech was struck directly and blown away. His energy shield waspletely destroyed. Although theser cannons shot had been mitigated, such an attack could not be forcefully resisted so easily. Chapter 304: Atlantis’s Phantom King Chapter 304: Antiss Phantom King Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas In a moment of fury, Zhang Shan jumped up. He had shaken off the effect of the drugs with his willpower. "F**k, Im going to fight with you!" Lie Xin nodded his head. "Those who can still stand up, follow me!" The trainees stood up one by one. Lear and Achilles were stunned by this sight. Honestly speaking, Wang Zheng wasnt someone they wanted to get to know better. He was very differentpared to them and special. However, he was undoubtedly a good opponent. At least for so many years, they had never met someone like that. At this point, the two of them made a decision. "Lear, looks like we have to continue our battle in our next life!" Achilles said. He could have chosen to surrender, but at this moment, he just didnt want to. Lear sneered. "Why wait till our next life? How about now? Its possible for us to at least bring down one of their battleships." "Great, its my first time hearing such pleasing words from you!" Achilles and Lear stood alongside each other. This was the first time they had joined forces after so many years of fighting. Laser beams raged as mes raged in every direction. The two of them forcefully broke through the blockade. At this point, it was already pointless to only defend. It was necessary to attack till the end. Using a mech to block a battleshipsser cannon was pure folly. Far away in Antis, Aina had already settled her tasks, for she knew she would be able to see Wang Zheng not too long after. She was extremely happy at the thought of it. Even the maids were whispering amongst themselves, that the Princess was glowing like she was in love. Suddenly, Aina felt her heart turn cold, as though something bad had happened. Wang Zhengy amongst the debris. His mech was crippled and basically destroyed. If not for him dodging at thest moment, he would have been turned into ashes as well. At this moment, the cube at Wang Zhengs chest began to emit a dim glow, covering his entire body. Assessing structure...... no major damages...... Assessing mental state... 30% damaged...... Assessing surroundings...... 200% danger...... Emergency rescue activated, releasing battle energy. Instructor Boneheads shadow activated Selection criteria: Super warrior Target selection: Destroy the enemy Execute. Wang Zhengs eyes shed with red light and his arms reached out to the sky. Activate! In the warehouse, Lie Xin and the others had already activated the mecha. Whilst getting ready to move off, they realized that one of the crates deep inside the warehouse started moving by itself. That... was an Antis mech, but it was not meant to be used. No one knew why it was ced inside here either. As it turned out, it was Lie Wuqings unintentional doing. After witnessing what had happened, he made an quick decision to put the mech inside. This was Antiss Phantom King. Boom... The Phantom King punched away the crates, walking out with big steps, covered with shining runes. Lie Xin and the others were shocked. There was... no one inside! Boom... The mech flew out of the hanger andnded right by Wang Zhengs side. A ray of light shot out and Wang Zheng was sucked into the mech. The moment Wang Zheng got sucked in, the mechs eyes turned red. The runes also turned crimson, as though blood was flowing through it! Boom... The Phantom King flew towards the sky. At this point, Achilles and Lear were already heavily surrounded. These bastards who came outter were obviously more skilled. This bunch of people were experienced pirates, some of which were once mercenaries. They knew exactly what their opponents were up to. But right at this moment, a mech with blinking red lights appeared, shocking everyone. Wasnt that an Antis mech? How would anyone in the Sr System know how to operate an Antis mech? Rumble rumble... Wherever the Phantom King passed by, only destruction would be left in its wake. "Kill this bastard!" Eric shouted. On the other side, a pirate named Mu Sen had already left his post. "How much longer do you need?" "Boss, I need another five minutes!" "Quick! Those outside cant hold on anymore." Qiangsens face was stern and serious. He knew that those outside were the elites of the Sr System, and they could not afford to die here. However, he could not attack first but had to resist, in fear of losing everything as a result of his haste. Rumble rumble... The Antis mech was like a ghost in space. It was surrounded by tens of mecha. Although it seemed to have rushed out of the encirclement, an afterimage was left behind at its initial spot. Yet at this moment, both the afterimage and the mech struck out at the same time! Laser beams rumbled in space as the Phantom King and its image attacked, resulting in several pirate mecha turning into heaps of smouldering mes. The pirates werent dumb and they retaliated against the Antis mech. However, only the afterimage was hit. The afterimage only exploded into mere shadows which faded in the darkness, while the actual mech flew away. F**k, it was a genuine Antis mech. The Phantom Kings unlimited energy avatar! Holy sh*t, there were few Antis pilots who could pull off this move with such skill! Brutal Kill! All the pirates were distracted by this Phantom King. There was definitely a monster piloting it. It was impossible to differentiate between the phantom and the real body. Furthermore, the two mecha were horrifyingly vicious and dealt lethal blows whenever they struck out. Erics mouth gaped in shock. Why had Antis trump card appear here? F***king Sr System Federation, why did they invite these people over just to deal with a bunch of pirates? Did the people of Antis have no principles or integrity? Did they not participate in the internal strife between humans? The screams of the pirates echoed endlessly. Afterimages appeared in front of their eyes, dealing crippling blows wherever they appeared. They resisted to the best of their abilities, but even when they hit, they realized that their attacks had only hit the energy avatar, which caused their hearts to sink into despair. The capabilities of the Antis mech were of apletely different level. It moved through the darkness, flitting in and out of sight asionally, causing the pirates to freak out. Was this even a human? This wasnt a mech warrior, this was a monster! The crimson runes looked as though they were engraved from blood. To maintain such operation for an extended period was beyond mans abilities. At this time, Wang Zheng was merely circting the Primordial Regression Technique. He was clear-headed, yet at the same time, it seemed as though he was living in a dream, watching a person who resembled himself in battle. In fact, it was Bonehead who was operating the mech. Wang Zheng didnt know if he was a robot or if he was once a warrior. Neither did he know why he was in the cube. However, he could feel the immense glory of being a true super soldier. In the eyes of a warrior, battle was a form of belief, a form of existence! Charcoal did not make any noise. It was as though he was providing some form of energy or power to maintain this current ethereal state. It was obvious that these two were not opponents. Wang Zheng could feel himself bing more and more entwined with the current state Bonehead was in. He did not know he had such great potential in him. Neither did he know that the Primordial Regression Technique could be used in such a way. He had been doing it all wrong the entire time! All this while, Wang Zheng had thought that his battle strategy was right, including the method of using his powers. However, it seemed like he had yet to unleash even 10% of his powers. He liked a kid who owned a treasure chest but concentrated on just one gold ingot. Rumble rumble... Lie Xin and the others were stunned and were standing still. The prowess of the mech was a familiar sight. She had seen the capabilities of the mech in the video clips collected by the Lie family. This was ss A data on Antis. Explosive Afterimage Kill! It was dreamlike and extraordinary, as though the grim reaper hade to take lives. The pirates copsed and began to escape in all directions, unable to resist anymore. This was crushing suppression! Chapter 305: Well Deserved Chapter 305: Well Deserved Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas At this moment, Qiangsen had also received the news that his men had finally taken control of the other two battleships. It was time to attack! The two battleships aimed at the pirate ships that were escaping, and the unmanned drones chased after the pirates. Eric raged, "F**k, are these people crazy!?" Qiangsen took down thest pirate and looked at Eric. "Eric, its over." "Mu Sen, what on earth were you doing!?" Eric was stunned, as he was the most capable assistant he had recruited from outside the Sr System alongside his subordinates. He was ruthless and impressive. When the pirates were fighting for territory internally, he depended greatly on Mu Sen. It had never crossed his mind that Mu Sen was an undercover agent. "Im Qiangsen, the leader of the Sr System Federation Pirate Inspection Team." "Youre courting death!" Rumble rumble... The Antis mech stayed afloat in the air, the runes dimmed gradually, and the mech slowly turned silent. For Wang Zheng, it was too much to absorb. He had finally understood that Instructor Bonehead wasnt bragging for nothing. This was a real super soldier! With his vision turning dark, at the veryst moment, he could still feel a deep longing towards battle. He believed that there was definitely fighting spirit within Bonehead. Within the cube, Bonehead looked at the exhausted Charcoal. Both of them came from different lineages, yet they were affiliated. More importantly, they had amon goal. Falling into deep sleep was so that one could wake up... all for the endless battle...... The ray of light surrounding the two robots gradually dimmed, until it finally disappeared. Within the ship, Lie Xin and the others were shocked, and everyone was looking at the Antis mech that was afloat. They were all unable to believe the reality right before their eyes. Who was the one inside the mech? Lear and Achilles had already piloted their mecha to tow Antis Phantom King back, and everyone saw Wang Zheng lying unconscious in the cockpit. In the midst of this mess, Qiangsen had already obtained control of the pirate ship. If not for the immense pressure on the outside that had attracted the attention of the pirates, it would have been a dreadful battle. It was a little too easy for him this time around. That terrifying Antis mech had the power of deterrence. As an Earth warrior, one would have heard of how formidable yet horrifying the Antis mech warriors were. A lone individual could turn the tables. However, this was only understandable after witnessing its might with ones eyes. But... how could the Sr System Federation order the people of Antis around? And their ace pilots at that. Lie Xin immediately went to examine Wang Zheng. Shortly after, she heaved a sigh of relief. "Vitals are normal. We can wait for the emergency team to arrive!" Everyone else was relieved. They nced at one another, bewildered by the situation. Wang Zheng was able to operate the Antis mech. Furthermore, he had performed so fiercely and cruelly. If he had shown such powers earlier, everyone would have chosen him as the leader. This was no ordinary power. Achilles and Lear did not think it would have turned out this way, but without Wang Zhengs power, all of them would have perished. Raston looked at Lie Xin and smiled. "Looks like we have a leader now." Lie Xin responded, "I hope nothing is wrong with him." Having been in battles their entire lives, the three generals had seen many imusible situations. However, this was their first time witnessing such a situation right before their eyes. "Looks like we have an ace in the hole!" "This is probably his Ability X!" "Does Wang Zheng have Antis parentage?" "No, he doesnt. However, the Antis people came from Earth. Perhaps amongst the people on Earth, there is a possibility of an individual fulfilling these criteria." Meng Ao smiled and said, "Nheless, we have a secret weapon now. I dont think there will be any disagreements with him bing the leader." "Haha, you all should thank me for this. If I had not thought of putting the Antis mech inside, we would have lost it all!" Lie Wuqingughed. He really did not think much of that decision at that point in time. He only had asting impression of Wang Zhengs simple-mindedness at that time, and it had eventually saved the entire team unexpectedly. The pirates were extremely cunning. Thanks to Qiangsens ambush, they finally got rid of one major concern of the Sr System and severely shocked the pirates at the same time. Including Yuan Ye, many had approved of Wang Zheng being the leader. If he had not withstood theser st at the crucial moment, the team would have suffered major losses. Achilles and Lear were not ipetent, but at this moment, everyone had chosen Wang Zheng as the leader. Lear was a little unwilling, but it was useless. On the other hand, Achilles was rather calm about this oue. Half an hourter, the fleet led by Duncan arrived, only to realize that the battle had already ended. Duncan linked up with Qiangsen. Although they had different ideals, it was no doubt that Qiangsen had rendered a meritorious service. As the two of them met up, Qiangsen saw the berserk pilot of the Phantom King. The pilot was Wang Zheng. A smile appeared as the old friends had met again. "Why, do you know each other?" Duncan asked. "Were old friends. I knew this guy was different from the rest, but I did not expect him to be so formidable. Help me pass a message to him, that I wish to go into battle together with him in the future," Qiangsen said. Duncan was dumbfounded. He knew that for Qiangsen, a special forces warrior, there were few individuals that he would take a fancy to. It was unexpected that Qiangsen had viewed Wang Zheng in a different light. It was time for Qiangsen to report back. Though the mission was a narrow brush with death, it waspleted easily in the end, leaving them bemused. All along, Baldy and the others had doubts about Qiangsens praises, but this time they were convinced. Wang Zheng was amazing. From thest battle, it was an undeniable fact that Wang Zheng was the sole contender for the position of the leader. Furthermore, looking at the results of the battle, it was Wang Zheng who saved everyone. Upon returning to Mars, a military meeting was held. Not many were attending, but all of them were the senior generals from the Federation whom individually held control overrge troops. The Admiral of Mars, Lie Wuqing, had announced the final decision. Wang Zheng had the support of Mars and became the IG leader of the Sr System Federation. In the grand appointment ceremony, it was the first time the Earth military band had stood on this stage, performing the Earths military music. In the midst of the military band drums drumming away, Wang Zheng stood on the stage and saluted. Then Admiral Meng Ao walked towards him, with two female guards of honor, holding a small bouquet of flowers and a red wooden box respectively. "On behalf of the Sr System Federation army, I present to Wang Zheng the a second ss military medal, and the military records will be input into the Federations system. Congrattions," Meng Ao said as he presented the medals and flowers to Wang Zheng. "Yes, Sir!" Wang Zheng said as he received the military medal and flowers. Meng Ao nodded his head. Then Lie Wuqing and Drachmach walked over with the female guards of honor. Achilles and Lear were appointed as the assistant team leaders. Lie Xin did not make the cut, but it was expected as she did not do much during the intense battle with the pirates. Although she had the abilities, it wasnt the only factor for consideration; thepetition was that cruel. "Achilles and Lear will receive third ss military medals, and the military records will be input into the Federations system," Drachmach said whilst giving out the medals. Then he signalled Lie Wuqing to give the closing words. Lie Wuqing smiled and looked at Wang Zheng. "The leader can choose seven team members." There were 12 IG ces in the Federation, and the leader had to choose seven members. Aside from the assistant team leaders, there were three ces left. The three ces had long been decided. It would be Lie Xin, Raston, and Taros. During the training camp selection, no matter how they had fought, it was ultimately an internalpetition. However, what awaited them was going against the entire Milky Way. For them to rise up, they had to gather all their powers. Before this, Lear, Achilles, and Taros were told that the Federation would not interfere in their personal feuds. However, during the IG match, they must exemplify the qualities of a real serviceman by giving it their all and helping one another out. Honestly speaking, appointing Wang Zheng as the leader was not solely for his extraordinary performance during the battle with the pirates. It was also in consideration of maintaining the bnce within the Federation. Achilles, Lear, and Lie Xin had known each other from young and were alwayspeting with one another. At this point in time, no matter who had be the leader, it would be uneptable for the other two. Even if they did not obstruct one anothers paths, there were psychological obstacles they had to ovee. In a showdown, a little mistake in ones mentality yed a major role in determining the final winner. It would be different if the leader was Wang Zheng, as he was an unexpected contender. It would be eptable if one of the trio did not get chosen, and so did the other two rivals who have been fighting all these years as well. The reason why Achilles and Lear were appointed as the assistant leaders, leaving out Lie Xin, was because amongst the three individuals, Lie Xin had better rtions with Wang Zheng. Things would not go wrong with Lie Xin acting as the lubricant between them. Then Lie Wuqing signalled to Wang Zheng, telling him to choose his members from the rest of the group. This was, in fact, an important ceremony. Having been chosen as the leader after such an intensepetition, it was essential to establish dignity among these elites, and the greatest dignity lied in having the power to choose his fellow members. Wang Zheng nodded his head and said, "I will get straight to the point. Zhang Runan, Meng Tian, Lie Guang, Edison, Masasi, Luo Fei, Zhang Shan." "The abovementioned people will be awarded fourth ss military medals. Simrly, the military records will be input into the Federations system," Lie Wuqing announced. Then what was left wasmunicating with the Milky Way Alliance headquarters and reporting the list of names. The end of the ceremony meant the official dissolution of the training camp. The three admirals smiled at one another and left. Everything was set, and it was time for the young ones to rx and for the eliminated individuals to adjust to the current situation. "Wang Zheng, what the heck, why was my name read outst?" Zhang Shan questioned. Wang Zheng smiled and patted Zhang Shans shoulder. "The trump card alwayses out at the veryst moment." Zhang Shans eyes lit up. "Trump card? You mean...." Wang Zheng continued, "Your ability to teleport will definitely amaze the entire Milky Way." "Haha, I guess so? Im the main character who everyone follows and learns from!" Zhang San started showing off. "Therefore, you dont have time to rest. You still have a long period of time before the actual match, and within this period, you must make significant progress with your powers." "Thats nothing. Im the idol of countless girls across the Milky Way." Contrasting to the rxed atmosphere here, it was a little down and gloomy over on the Moon side. Only Masasi was chosen, and most likely it was because he had enrolled in Ares College before. Dong Xiaosa wasnt pleased. "Seems like cronyism." He had been so confident in being chosen in front of his family members, but it was all meaningless. "You cant put it that way, this is the power of the leader. He has to use people that he knows and understands well." Milo was very calm. Much of theints were put down by the fact that Wang Zheng had saved their lives, but the people of the Moon had returned in low spirits. ED note: Refer back to chapter 171 if youre confused about Qiangsen. Chapter 306: Plotting in the Dark Chapter 306: Plotting in the Dark Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Pi Xiaoxiu made a passing remark. "Well, it isnt too bad. Since Lear didnt get chosen as the leader, Im fine with it. Do you think our boss will make a big fuss out of this issue?" Lear had caused trouble for those from the Moon several times. Hence, no matter who would be the leader, they could not let Lear seed, and that was the consensus of those from the Moon. As for Achilles, he had a faint smile on his face. While he had initially thought the position of leader would definitely be his, losing it did not cause much of an impact to him. In fact, he was the first to congratte Wang Zheng, the newly appointed leader. Lie Xin stood out and said, "Regardless of the oue, it is fate that we got to know one another. Its my treat today! Since you came all the way to Mars, how could you all possible leave without having a taste of Mars passion and openness? Let the past go and lets look into the future. Lets celebrate! We dont know when we will all meet up like this again." Lie Xin opened the invitation to everyone. After all, Mars was her home ground. This was what she should have done as the hostess, regardless of a sessful or unsessful oue. Upon seeing Lie Xins actions, the members who failed to make the cut became enthusiastic. In any case, they had gained a lot from the IG training camp. It did not matter if they would not take part in the IG match. Their futures were bound to be extremely brilliant because of the training they had gone through. Like Lie Xin had said, they had to let go of the past and look towards the future. Luo Fei went up to Lie Xins side, smiling. "Sister Xin,st time, you mentioned that thedies on Mars are very open. Is this true? Can you introduce me to some? But first, you can forget about introducing those with impure qualities. "He he, no problem. Youll just have to go and look for Lie Guang." Luo Fei blinked his eyes and ran over to find Lie Guang and attempted to be closer with him by leaning on his shoulder. "Lie Guang, I came on behalf of everyone...." "Shoo, dont lean so close to me... I have alreadymunicated with them on Skylink. Thedies wille soon. What happens after that will depend on your abilities. Ourdies admire men with skills and abilities." Lie Guang smirked. The scent of a beauty could always soothe the wounds of men. Achilles looked at the people from the Moon. Other than Masasi, the rest of them did not make the cut. After all that strategizing, it was all in vain. "It was only a moment of sess or failure. Never has there been a smooth ride. Everyone who experiences storms will witness rainbows at the end of it. Tonight, everyone will rx. We cannot let the beauties of Mars think that the men from the Moon are all blockheads." Milo blinked her eyes. "Boss, what about me? Are you going to find me a handsome guy?" "If you want me to, I will definitely do so." "How about me?" Dong Xiaosa jumped with his star-shaped eyes. "Go and y over there." For Lie Xins banquet, it had a strong Martian style. The wine was brewed specially by the Lie family and thedies were top beauties picked individually by Lie Guang from respectable Mars colleges via Skylink. After all, based on the Marsdies character, such gatherings were opportunities to showcase themselves, and it was a trend. From another perspective, Lie Guang had not spent these years mingling for nothing. "Hey, Fatty, I heard that youre quite good. How about performing for us?" Luo Feiughed. "Sure." After a few minutes had passed, a the beauties suddenly thought of something. "Hey, where did the fatty go? He said he was going to perform..." Luo Fei suddenly emerged from the ground. "Hows this!? Amazing, isnt it!" Concealment Ability! It was indeed formidable! But... "Umm, ha ha, it was great, to the extent that it could not be seen... Who do you think is more handsome over at the Moon? Pi Xiaoxiu or Masasi?" "What? You think Masasi is handsome?" "Dont you think he is very manly?" The beauties neglected the fatty who knew how to turn invisible and started chatting amongst themselves. Wang Zheng was also abandoned by the beauties from Mars as Lie Xin and Meng Tian had sat by his side. With the twodies who had the temperament of ice and fire, there was no reason for otherdies toe over and end up feeling awkward. "Hey, can you two go and y by yourselves over there?" Wang Zheng had wanted to feel the passion of the beauties from Mars, but with these two by his side, he would definitely not have the chance. "Isnt it enough with me around?" Lie Xin smiled. She had developed an interest in Wang Zheng, the entric one who could control the Antis mech, and he looked rather robust. "Forget it, pretend that I never said anything" Wang Zheng shrugged his shoulders. Actually, he had only wanted to experience the atmosphere. If anything were to happen, he would definitely be the one to escape. On the other hand, Zhang Shan was enjoying himself. He was apanied by two Martian beauties by his side and was having a great time. Wang Zheng looked on, speechless. The extent of openness of the people from Mars was a little too much for him to handle...... Luo Fei sat at the sofa in the corner, feeling disappointed. He had wanted to drink, but he looked at Lear. It would be fine if it was just wine with low alcoholic content, but this was the strong wine from Mars that was capable of causing him to ckout, hence it was better to resist and abstain from it. While Lear did not prohibit Luo Fei from drinking, neither did he give him the go-ahead to drink. At one side of the banquet, Edisons eyes were moving quickly as he was concentrating on a unique version of Skylink. It was the most advanced Skylink from within the Sr System Federation, given to him by Lear. Its operating abilities wereparable to a small-sized brain, and with his abilities, it was as though he was the god of the Inte. "Its a pity our boss didnt get to be the leader. Honestly speaking, although Wang Zheng isnt too bad, I still cannot ept this oue." Edison had high regard and respect for Lear. Although Wang Zheng had chosen him to be in his IG list, it was obvious that he was more willing to follow Lear. Luo Fei nced at Edison and walked over. He patted Edisons shoulder. "Hmm, you think it was by ident that Wang Zheng was chosen as the leader?" Edison was stunned, and his eyes were filled with doubts. Could it be... Fatty nodded his head and said in a low voice, "Whats so great about the IG selection? The overall arrangements have been done and its all within the control of our boss. You should do whatever you should be doing. Dont act on your own. If our boss has anything in mind, he will definitely talk to you. Before that happens, please give your best in what you can do." Fattys words were like a warning. In Lears world, there was no such thing as an unexpected situation. Every step had been perfectly nned by Lear, and every variable had already been ounted for as well. Was it really not possible to be the leader? So what if one did not be the leader? Being the leader would perhaps appear more glorious in front of others, but Lear had long discarded such a childish mentality of boasting. The real deal worth watching was the actual performance during the IG match. Furthermore, some things could be seen more clearly behind the scenes, and yet others were unable to see through him. Somewhere on faraway Earth, a group ofb workers were busy in their experimentb. "Thest batch of gene samples have been delivered." "Order received." "What Young Master meant was generate the results quickly." "Currently, the most important biotechnology topic is the influence of gene structure on Ability X. We cannot rush the experiment process." "Im only conveying Young Masters words. You know how his temper is like." The person in charge of the experimentb stood still and slightly nodded his head. If it was someone looked closely, they would discover that he was the former Nobel Prize biology winner that had gone missing for ages, an expert in gene technology, Jeffers. For a certain group of scientists, in order to research taboo technology, they were willing to sacrifice many things. They were willing to pursue their aims relentlessly. Chapter 307: The Power of the Best Mother-In-Law Chapter 307: The Power of the Best Mother-In-Law Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Sr System Federations IG list had been confirmed, and Ares College returned to Earth with glory. At this point, regardless if it was Wang Zheng, who had obtained the position of Leader, Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, Zhang Runan, all of them were glorified. At the celebration, officials from the city of Beijing were in attendance. It bore great significance, as it was the first time within decades that someone from Earth had won the position of leader. The socialworking forums, message boards of the Earth military enthusiasts, and the mecha fandom had all exploded. The Sr System Federation was rising, and so was Earth. A series of terms, which included "Ares College", "Wang Zheng", "IG", and others, filled up the ranks of the top 10 searched terms on the Skylink web. "Who is Wang Zheng?" On the inte, the individuals who did not know what happened were a little shocked when they saw the ranking for the top searches. Wang Zheng? What is that? "Dont you know? The leader of the Sr System Federation IG, the one who beat the Sun God Achilles, the Queen of Mars Lie Xin, and Lear from the Chronos family. Hes so f**king awesome, theres no need to exin further." "It cant be, right? Hes that great? Howe Ive never heard of him before?" "Heh heh, this guy is extraordinary, he came out of nowhere." Although the one who replied had referred Wang Zheng as "this guy" or "that guy", he was feeling extremely proud of Wang Zheng. In the midst of all sorts of discussions, peoples interest in Wang Zheng continued to rise, with many of them searching for his name... Inadvertently, "Wang Zheng" became the top searched phrase. "One cannot be like Young Deer. Instead, work hard to be Wang Zheng." Nobody knew who had posted this status first, but it was rapidly shared across the Earthswork. Old Deer had be the model example for being shameless. Wang Zheng, on the other hand, had be the idol for many after his hard work paid off. Who saidmoners could not rise up? No man was born a noble? Lear belonged to the Chronos family, Earths second-to-none wealthy family. Lie Xin came from the Lie family from Mars, the invisible royal family. Achilles belonged to the first family of the Moon. They were all from all kinds of nobility and superiority. And Wang Zheng? He was nothing more than amoner! At times, the word moner" had an even greater influence on the masses. But.... Old Deer was dragged into this despite being innocent. He updated his status overnight: What did I do wrong again? And who was this Wang Zheng? And what has it got to do with me? I am innocent, I need some constion! Any girls out there, can we chat privately? From his words, it seemed as though he was expressing his anger and depressed feelings, yet he was also looking for girls. It seemed as though his main agenda was to look for girls. But there werent many girls leaving consolingments on his status update. Most of them were neat responses. ""One cannot be like Young Deer. One has to maintain the team formation." Old Deer was speechless and posted another status update: Im quiteforted, for it has been a long time since people have called me "Young Deer". It sounds so cordial. Besides, @Wang Zheng, shall we be friends or shall we be enemies? The fans were speechless. Old Deer was so thick-skinned to tag Wang Zheng! He was talking over the air, and he had not thought about whether Wang Zheng had a "Status" messaging ount or not. Well, Wang Zheng really had a Status socialworking ount, and he registered with the name Wang Zheng. That was because when registering, he did not notice he could use a nickname and hence decided to go with his actual name. Since then, he had not used "Status", and Old Deer was the first person to have tagged him. When the notification for Status came via Skylink, Wang Zheng was ted. The grudges between him and Old Deer were getting even deeper. Although he had already made a name for himself, Wang Zhengs life... wasnt much different from what it used to be. In this situation, Ares College had taken a strong protective stance for Wang Zheng. Did someone want to interview Wang Zheng? Im sorry, please schedule it after the IG match. No, we cannot disturb him and affect his mental state. The respective departments have also given orders. This was a good thing because the students from the military school were part of the reserve forces, and they were considered servicemen. There was a distinct difference between celebrities, and in this regard, the media had also maintained a certain degree of rationality. Bing famous at a young age and then falling to rock bottom was something Gu Te had seen too many times. He did not want Wang Zheng to drown in fame and honor and lose himself, he could only seed if he remained calm. Luckily for Wang Zheng, he was a little mature for his age and did not really care about such fame and attention. Yan Xiaosu was the happiest. He opened a bottle of beer and drank it all in one go. Feeling immense pride for Wang Zheng, he said, "Boss, didnt you say it earlier? Break out of the Federation, destroy the Gxys System, overturn the universe, and eventually get yourself a beauty!" The two of them found themselves a quiet ce, lying on the slope of a hill, with a few beers by their side. Wang Zheng had finally made it after all these years. Yan Xiaosu had also found joy in bing a nouveau riche, a big one in fact, and he was working towards greater wealth. On the other hand, Wang Zheng did not have the same interests; he wanted to be a mech warrior. Honestly speaking, Yan Xiaosu did not think there was any fun in putting ones life at risk in battle, but he continued to be funny for Wang Zheng. "Definitely. Oh, yes, why didnt I see An Mei?" Wang Zheng smiled. He was happy too. He grabbed a beer and drank it all. Ever since his return, the past few days had been troubling and torturing. Everything had finally settled down, and this was a more simple and direct way of enjoying. But half a day had passed and Yan Xiaosu did not say anything. "Hmm?" "Ahem, Boss, its like this. He he, regarding An Mei and I, we broke up." Yan Xiaosu grabbed his chin, opened another bottle of beer, and took a sip. "What? How did it happen?" Wang Zheng was really shocked, as he had always thought An Mei and Yan Xiaosu could get along well. "I guess it was a peaceful breakup. Dont worry, at least we did not be enemies. How do I put this? I have returned back to the beautiful forest, and thedies are weing me with open arms." As Yan Xiaosu said this, he took arge sip of beer, but from his eyes, you could tell something was off. "There really isnt anything else?" Wang Zheng was concerned. "Maybe I realized that it was a pity to give up an entire forest just for one big tree. Were still so young, it isnt worth it to tie ourselves down so soon. I am a rising nouveau riche!" Wang Zheng looked on as though he was waiting to see what else Yan Xiaosu had to say. "Hey, in any case, Im the heir to a rich family, so there has to be a time for me to have fun and enjoy. If not, it will be a waste to have been born into such favorable circumstances." Wang Zheng was left speechless. Although Yan Xiaosu was usually careless in his speech and demeanor, his lips were tightly sealed. "Boss, dont ask any further, Im doing fine now. If you are still worried, I can bring my new girlfriend over. If one isnt enough, Ill bring two." Once again, Yan Xiaosu started to talk rubbish. "Sure, I will be waiting to see your new girlfriend then, two of them. Im serious, if you cant find them, youd better note." Wang Zhengughed. ".... Ahem, okay.... Ill try my best." Yan Xiaosu touched his nose, it was obvious that he did not even have a new girlfriend, needless to say two of them. The two of them drank continuously into the wee hours of the morning. Wang Zheng needed to rxpletely and to take a good rest, while Yan Xiaosu was drinking to drown his sorrows. He wasnt a good drinker, but he drank more than Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng flipped around on the bed with his saliva dripping down. It was obvious that he was having a great dream. Chen Xiu and the rest could not be found. Those who were participating in the IG had gotten holidays, like Zhang Shan, who had directly returned home. Wang Zheng had nowhere to go, hence he stayed in the college. The doorbell rang. Wang Zheng woke up immediately with a groggy mind and a heavy head. Seemed like alcohol was something that should not be consumed in huge amounts. Wang Zheng opened the door. It wasnt Yan Xiaosu but Ye Zisu. Just that... she had specially put on light makeup beforeing over. "Zisu,e in! Why are you here?" Wang Zheng blinked his eyes twice. He was used to seeing Ye Zisu barefaced, but there was a weird, temptating feeling when seeing her with makeup. Deep in his heart he thought, "She has such a charming side to her." He then realized that he was a little disheveled, with only trousers on, and began putting on his clothes in a hurry. On the contrary, Ye Zisu calmly looked at Wang Zheng. "Youve got a great body!" "Ahem, are you making fun of your brother? Do you want to get pped on the butt?" Wang Zheng tried to maintain his prestige of being the big brother. "Youre going to beat me?" Ye Zixu said as she yfully blinked her eyes. "Fine. Thesest two days were really tiring for me. I can finally take a break!" It had only been two days since Wang Zheng and the rest had returned, and they had to attend all sorts of banquets that could not be turned down. It began with the officials from Beijing city, followed by the Asia region, then the Earth, then the Asia region, then the Earths spokespersons. The influence of the IG was the entire Milky Way. Having someone from Earth as the leader of this seasons Sr System Federation IG was of great significance to Earth. Forget about Meng Tian and the others, Wang Zheng was the one on the list that people had specifically wanted to meet. He went out in the morning and only returned to the hotelte at night. There was no time for him to interact with his band of brothers. All he knew was that Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun had also joined Xiao Feis space time discement research team and had made some significant progress and that it could even be used on mecha. As for concrete details, Wang Zheng hadnt had the time to ask. Dealing with the officials from various levels was tiring, but luckily, his efforts did not go to waste. He had managed to fight for benefits for Ares College during the banquets. It was essential to repay as much as one could for the slightest bit of favor that one had received. Although Wang Zheng did not like such asions where he had to mingle with these big shots, time passed by very quickly even when he did not say much. Nheless, Wang Zheng still kept a smile on his face and did not get impatient. Deep down inside his heart, Wang Zheng would rather face Zerg than to be in this situation. It was a torture. There were many benefits, such as the allocation of special funds to Ares College under the directives and authorization of one of the spokespersons at the banquet. With that, the college could fill up the mech warehouse, which was great news for students who were in the Mech Department. Atst, they had something that was tangible and concrete. Ye Zisu smiled widely and asked about details of the banquet. Did that spokesperson really wear a wig? "How would I take notice of that? I was busy discussing about the mecha sponsorship!" Wang Zheng was surprised by Ye Zisus question, and deep down inside he felt that women had a weird focus of thinking. "Oh, yes, hows An Mei doing? How did Xiaosu and her break up?" Wang Zheng did not question further, but he was nheless concerned. "You already found out about it?" Ye Zisu shook her head and said, "Dont you worry, they broke up peacefully. Honestly, this whole matter.... How do I put it? I dont know whether tough or cry, its all thanks to An Meis wonderful mother." "What exactly happened?" All those words from Yan Xiaosu about not being able to give up an entire forest because of a single tree was pure nonsense because Wang Zheng knew Xiaosu very well. Ye Zisu sighed. "Regarding this matter, An Mei and Xiaosu had nothing to do with it. I asked An Mei. the situation over at her side is a little.... Actually, not long ago, both of them had intended to get engaged." Wang Zheng was stunned. Engagement? "You were still training on the Moon at that time. It was brought up by An Meis family, and Xiaosus family agreed as well. Then, when the parents of both sides met for the first time, An Meis mother said something unpleasant behind their backs and coincidentally Xiaosu heard it..." Ye Zisu shook her head. She had heard from An Mei about her entric mother. At their first meeting, she brought up two requests to Xiaosus father. The first request was 60,000 Federation Dors in cash as the betrothal gift. The second was to allocate 12% of the Little Lucky Star shares under An Meis name. Chapter 308: The Final Straw Chapter 308: The Final Straw Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Elder Yan was a generous person, but anyone who had to face requests like these during a formal meeting would surely hesitate. Besides, the request was asking for too much. The KING Space project was in a period of tension, and arge portion of Little Lucky Stars funds had to be injected into the project. Dealing with the pressure of the financial oligarchs, Little Lucky Star and OMG were both working hard. In light of their current situation with a cut-off in funds, they had to increase their capital investments. But An Meis mother was firm, insisting that the betrothal gift must be given before the engagement and that there was no room for negotiation. Furthermore, she felt that the Yan family had no sincerity. Her precious daughter had chosen to follow Yan Xiaosu, yet he was hesitant about giving up this sum of money. Actually, this was the aftereffect of Yan Xiaosus bragging. In the eyes of An Meis mother, the Yan family was extremely wealthy. She perceived them as though they possessed mountains of gold and silver. Yet when the time came, the Yans said that they didnt have money. Wasnt that not showing sincerity? To determine if a man loved a woman, it boiled down to whether the man was willing to spend on the woman. This was An Meis mothers world view. Just as Elder Yan was making a call to think of a solution, Yan Xiaosu had decided to talk to An Meis mother in a bid to gain favor with his future mother-inw. But he did not expect to hear An Meis mother reproaching An Mei instead. What Little Lucky Star? What space project? It was all blown up by the media. They were so hesitant to give up 60,000 dors! What kind of taste in men do you have!? The son is so contrived, and the same goes for his father. Even a ssy suit looked like a renovation worker outfit on his father. It seems their family is countrified to their bones. What a waste for being decked out in branded clothes. If I were to add on their stingy personalities, they couldnt even match up to a pinky finger of the An family. If she was referring to Yan Xiaosu, he was already used to it, so his skin was as thick as a wall. This small insult would not have triggered him. But! She was referring to his father! Yan Xiaosu was enraged. He was seldom angry, but no one! No one could say such things about his father! Unfortunately, Xiaosu identally hit the door just as he was about to leave. The discovery of this insult had meant that the conflicts between the two families could never be resolved. Elder Yan was magnanimous; it was not the first time someone had said that he was uncouth. It did not matter, for An Mei was a good girl. As long as his son was happy, everything else could be discussed further. Money was not something that would stay with an individual for his entire life. But Yan Xiaosu wasnt agreeable. Others couldugh at him, but definitely not at his father. Furthermore, they were going to be a family in the future. Wang Zheng shook his head. He felt so helpless over this matter. "Is An Mei alright?" Wang Zheng knew Yan Xiaosu well. He knew that deep inside, Xiaosu still cared about this. He would not be unbothered if those words were said by outsiders. But when someone close to him said such words, it would hurt him to the core. "How do I put it... she is okay I guess? After all, that is her mother, and she can only say that she understands it." Ye Zisuughed. "Anyways, I came looking for you today because there is a highschool gathering! Are youing along?" "Can I not?" Wang Zheng replied. "Come on, apany me to the event! You are considered famous now, you will be looked down on by our ssmates if you dont go," Zisu said. "Okay. Hmm...oh, yes, when is the gathering?" Wang Zheng scratched his head. He did not mean to put on airs and not attend the gathering, but the truth was, he was an outcast during his highschool days. He wasnt sure how many of them would remember him, and those who remembered would probably not have a good impression of him either. "Its today, 7:30 in the evening." "The time now is... 5 oclock. Shall we set off now?" Wang Zheng hurriedly changed the topic. Yesterday, he joked about making Yan Xiaosu bring his two girlfriends over. He did not expect Xiaosu to take it seriously, as Xiaosu had note over to look for Wang Zheng. "Lets drive there, I have a car now." Wang Zheng smiled. After his return, Gu Te rewarded Wang Zheng with a maglev car in the name of the college. It was a tradition to reward students from their respective faculties for their remarkable performance, especially those who brought honor to the college. "Did you take the drivers license examination? How about letting me drive instead?" Zisu questioned. "... Zisu, youre looking down on me. As a super warrior who can maneuver a mech, driving is considered easy to me," Wang Zheng said. Half an hourter... "Hey, Brother, were going a little slow." Ye Zisu shook her head as she watched other cars overtake their car one after another. "Safetyes first." Wang Zheng was a little dispirited. There were two matters altogether. If not for Ye Zisu, he would have taken this opportunity to go for a fast and exciting ride. But there was another person onboard, hence he wasnt able to do so. He had chosen to drive slower instead. After all, social order and military special training were two separate matters. "Youre sure that you dont want me to take over?" "..." Wang Zheng pretended to not hear anything. "Just let me do it." "..." Wang Zheng continued his pretence. "Theres a rest stop in front, how about we take a rest there?" "Okay." Wang Zheng heaved a sigh of relief. He was rather stubborn. The levitating car slowly moved towards the signal transmission area which had a speed limit control. Not long after, it entered a vertically-fallingne diverter and directlynded in a rest stop on the ground. The rest stop was huge. Many cars were parked there, and the rest of the area was very lively. Although it was an expressway rest stop, the nearby residents would alsoe over to spend time in the cafes, bars, restaurants, and the fairly-priced supermarket. The two of them walked into the cafe and ordered two cups of coffee without caffeine. Just as they sat down, a surprising voice came from behind. "Zisu?" Turning back, they could see ady decked out in a women-styled suit looking in their direction. The stranger looked pleasantly surprised. "It really is you!" "Lan Lan!" Ye Zisu called out in surprise. "Youre attending the gathering too?" Xia Lan was one of Ye Zisus good friends from highschool. Afterpleting her studies, she did not enrol in any of the universities but instead chose to pursue a career. "Yes. There have been plenty of news about you recently and Im so happy for you. Im finally able to congratte you face-to-face!" "Thank you! Where did you go after graduating? You didnt even attend the graduation ceremony." "I went into fashion design, and I was so busy that I did not have the time to attend your birthday celebration. It was a pity not attending the graduation ceremony either. After a year and a half, I guess Im a little famous now." "And now youre a designer! Congrattions!" "Heres my name card. Zisu, please keep it. Feel free toe and visit me anytime." "Wow! You opened apany? Tailor-made? Thats great! If I need anything, I will definitely look for you!" "Wah, a big client from OMG. I wont give you a discount! Haha!" "Its not a good habit to make money from your friend like this." Wang Zheng looked on from the side. He drank his coffee while he watched the two girls bicker andugh. It was pleasing to his ears...it felt like he had returned back to his highschool days. It was a good feeling. "Wang Zheng, this is Xia Lan, my good friend." Ye Zisu smiled as she introduced Xia Lan to Wang Zheng. Xia Lan blinked her eyes and extended her hand to Wang Zheng. "Wang Zheng, although we werent ssmates, I still know you. After all... hehe, youre a real celebrity now. You were featured on the news, IG Captain. He he, youre an actor on the Milky Way stage now." "Thank you! For the glory of Earth, Im giving my best!" Wang Zheng smiled while nodding his head. He asked Xia Lan how things were going for her recently. "I started a smallpany, which is doing fine I guess." Xia Lans character was a little rash. After speaking a few words, she pulled Ye Zisu to one side. "Lets have our own womens private talk. Well be back soon." Chapter 309: Using Big Brother Chapter 309: Using Big Brother Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Ye Zisu smiled and came along cooperatively to the corner when Xia Lan softly said, "Zisu, you and Wang Zheng.... dont have anything going on between you two, right?" Ye Zisu smiled and said, "Were good friends, work partners, and were from the same highschool. Now were in the same college." "Ah... Well, I saw you sitting with him and I got a shock. Dont be tricked by him. Im not saying that hes not good, its just... hes definitely not good enough for a princess of OMG like you." "Im not as great as you make me sound, and whats this about being a princess? Come on, dont spread this nonsense..." "Im not. OMG is like the midday sun. Ive overheard people in a high society saying that your family has surpassed even the Chronos n... Oh, right, Yi Xisi will be here too. Hes been trying to woo you for three years now and he refuses to give up. Determined guy... He was part of your pack of admirers back in the day, and hes even more impressive now!" "Have you been bribed?" "No way, Im just saying hes a pretty good choice. But I mean, were still young and good-looking, theres no need to hurry. Hehe. Let me tell you, when ites to men, weve got to y hard to get if we want them to treat us better...Ah, then again, I forget...you dont need that anymore, but just make sure not to getpromised or tricked, alright?" Ye Zisu simply smiled. Maybe Xia Lan was being nice, maybe she was just being gossipy. These were the things she used to say in school, but hearing these words now somehow felt different to her... It can only be said that society was always in flux. Xia Lan obviously did not notice the look in Ye Zisus eyes and continued talking at length. One person had returned from some college and had high hopes of bing a politician... Some other guy started a business in college and had a bright future.... "Its about time to leave." "Ah! Silly me. Ive been so excited, Ipletely lost track of time! Zisu did you drive here?" "I came in Wang Zhengs car." "Oh. What does he drive?" Xia Lan asked, batting her eyelids. "Pulley." "No way! Even Im driving a Lingfeng..." "It was a prize from our college." "Oh, a prize? Haha. That makes sense. Even though hes made a name for himself now, hes still a student. Hm, why dont you ride with me, Zisu? We can continue talking on our way back. If youre notfortable telling him, Ill go let him know." Ye Zisu shook her head and smiled politely. "No need for that." Xia Lan was stunned. She nodded. "Well, if thats the case, then its your choice... You know, youre still exactly the same. You havent changed one bit." Ye Zisu returned to Wang Zhengs side and smiled apologetically. "Lets go." At the carpark, Xia Lan watched as Ye Zisu crawled into an ugly-looking Pulley levitating car. She shook her head and activated her Lingfeng. The engines roared and it flew into the highspeed airways, disappearing quickly. "About before, that Xia Lan... she bs and speaks whatever is on her mind. Dont be bothered by it." Ye Zisu knew Wang Zhengs true capabilities. But even though they had spoken privately in a corner, Ye Zisu wondered if Wang Zheng had heard everything they had said. Wang Zhengughed. "What did she say about me?" "You didnt hear her?" "Do I look like I enjoy eavesdropping on others?" "Oh... Well then, its nothing." "Thats not true, she definitely said something about me. Did she say something bad? Or maybe sheplimented me?" "Pfft. Whats there topliment about you? Dont try to learn from Second Brother. That trick doesnt work on me." "How does it not work? Youre smiling." "Heh. Stop wasting our time talking about this and drive faster, will you?" "Ahem... Im still adjusting to it. Ill be able to drive faster soon." Wang Zheng was driving at the lowest speed limit on the highway. "Hurry up!" Ye Zisu began to find it funny and kept rushing him. "You do that again and Im stopping the car." Wang Zhengs unique sense of humor put Ye Zisu betweenughter and tears. Finally, they arrived at the hotel where the gathering was held. Aolin Holiday Inn - the Milky Ways five star hotel. An entire level was booked out for the event. There was even aser light scrolling banner hung up at the hotels main entrance that read "Dawn highschools homing on level 3". It was evident that everybody had made tremendous improvement in their years apart. Some of those who joined the workforce did particrly well and had climbed up the ranks. Upon entering the hotel lobby, a few familiar silhouettes could be seen from afar. Just then, a staff member quickly made his way up to greet her. "Miss Ye?" Ye Zisu nodded. The hotels staff immediately acted as if they were waiting upon a countrys leader, carefully escorting the two of them up the elevator. On level three, Xia Lan was chatting with a handsome man with golden hair, ncing at the elevator from time to time. When she saw Ye Zisu, she immediately came up and said, "Zisu, you took quite some time." The handsome man with golden hair slowly walked up, looking at Ye Zisu coolly. "Zisu, long time no see." "Yi Xisi, long time no see." "This schoolmate here doesnt look very familiar. Sorry, level 3 is for those of us who know one another well to get together. The hall on level one has been booked, its for everyone to gather. Well be there in a while too." Yi Xisi did not invite everyone to join them. He looked at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng now understood what was going on. No wonder Ye Zisu had wanted to bring him along for her ss gathering - to deal with these people. As her big brother, taking out these annoying flies was part of his duties. Back in highschool, Zisu had nock of suitors. She and Yue Jing were the two unparalleled beauties. As Yue Jing disappeared, Ye Zisu became even more popr. With beauty and fame, many of them had different ideas in their heads and had an ulterior motivesing to this gathering. Wang Zheng was not actually interested gatherings like this. They may have beenpetitive in school, but they were schoolmates after all, and they couldugh things off. But now, being in college or in the working world, doing things like that left a different taste in their mouths. Even then, given a situation like that, Wang Zheng did not want to act like he was riding a high horse. Xia Lan grinned. "Student Yi, youre too ill-informed, arent you? This is Wang Zheng, the team captain of Sr Systems IG team, the pride of Ares College." "IG? Oh... I remember now. You y with swords and guns. Tsk tsk. The countrys safety is in your hands, the super soldier of the future!" Yi Xisi nodded, smiled, and made a gesture of invitation for him to join them. It was clear that all those things about level three being reserved for closer friends was bullsh*t. It was for sessful people. Wang Zheng chuckled. "No need. Ill go to level one. I saw my ssmates, Xiao Lu and friends, earlier on. Ill go and say hi to them." Yi Xisi gleamed. "Suit yourself then. You cane up here and join us if you want. Ive heard the news introduce what IG is. Seems interesting." This was a ssic move. He didnt actually care. Ye Zisu had obviously predicted this to happen. She secretly batted her eyes at Wang Zheng coyly. Youre my big brother, and these things should be dealt with by you. Xia Lan made a few faces at Wang Zheng. What a dummy! Level one is for thoseymen, and level three was the ce where the sessful congregated! Awork of schoolmates was a money-makingwork. People were separated by ss and status. It was alright in school, but outside of school and in society, this difference was a lot more stark and obvious, and people should know where they stood. Wang Zheng grinned at Xia Lan. "Zisu, why dont youe to our level and chat first, then go back up. Otherwise, youll never be able toe back down." Wang Zheng said, with a hint of mockery. Ye Zisu smiled. "Ille with you. Its been a long time, I kind of miss them, too." She said while entering the elevator with Wang Zheng. Yi Xisi stared. Xia Lan gaped. No way! No matter how innocent or naive Ye Zisu was, she couldnt possibly fall for someone like that! Forget about what team leader you were. Even if you were a super warrior, youre just someone who sent himself to death! He was not amander, he was just a mech warrior onnd, pretty much cannon fodder. Inside the elevator, Wang Zheng looked at Ye Zisu. "Were you already expecting that?" Ye Zisu smiled and lightly tugged at Wang Zhengs arm. "Cant you indulge me just this once?" Wang Zheng shrugged. "Sure, no problem. Ill do my job well." The two of them chuckled. Ye Zisu was helpless. She was too popr these days, and she attracted so much attention that she couldnt reject them in time. Never underestimate the fighting will and determination of these slutty men. They would chase and pursue relentlessly, and they stuck pretty hard. Plus, they were ssmates, and it was hard to reject and turn them away. Its been said that its within your rights to ept or reject, but its others freedom to love or not. Xiao Lus results in ss were on the lower end, and so he had a pretty good rtionship with Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. They had some sort of interaction at the very least. They would share their good fortune but would split ways when in woe. Their rtionship was akin to "every man for himself". But even then, this type of friendship, while not as sincere and trustworthy as Yan Xiaosus, where they were willing to die for each other, was one where they knew and understood each other well. Suddenly seeing each other after being apart for more than a year, they were genuinely happy and nostalgic. "Wang Zheng! Aha!" Xiao Lu jumped out of his seat. Just as he was about to dash into Wang Zheng for a bear hug, he caught glimpse of Ye Zisu behind him. Snap! His smile immediately turned into a nervous twitch. "Ye... Ye... Student Ye... Oh, my, you... why are you here?" Ye Zisu smiled. "Isnt this a ss gathering? Why, am I being excluded?" "No, no, how could we? Hehe. Student Ye, here, please, haha." Another male student came running up, smiling agitatedly, his heart thumping as if a thousand horses were galloping inside. Damn! What was this goddess doing here instead of being on level 3? If he had known earlier, he wouldnt be wearing this 500 dor flea market stuff. Hed rent a 10,000 federation dors luxury suit no matter what. What a failure on his behalf! To put it nicely, there was not enough space here. But in actual fact, everybody knew what was going on. No matter what, those people on level three were the ones who paid for the gathering, and it wouldnt be nice to say anything. If they were really confident, they could go to level 3 too. Ye Zisu nced at Wang Zheng, and seeing Wang Zheng blink at her, she walked off into the crowd to say hi to everyone. She was well-liked by people. Although she was pretty, the girls liked her anyway. The things she wore were other girls fashion goals. In an instant, a group of girls had crowded around her. "Zisu, your earrings are beautiful! They must be expensive!" "This ones okay, not very expensive. Theyre from D&D, 300 federation dors." "No way! They dont have these in the DD outlets!" "Its on the members exclusive catalogue. Its because Ive bought quite a lot of things at their shop and identally became a diamond-ss member. Thats why they send the catalogue to me. The items on there are all unique and never repeat. Theyre not too bad. If any of you like it, I can buy them on your behalf." "Really? Is it too much trouble?" "Nah. You can earn some members points for me. Its okay if youre not interested." "No, no, no, quick, show us the catalogue." Ye Zisu and the girls were happily chatting, obviously nothing men could join in on. Xiao Lu remembered Wang Zheng. "Damn, Bro! Something wrong with you? School belle Ye was behind you and you didnt realise? I heard youre the team captain of IG Sr System. Awesome! Glory for all of us!" "About right. Im general material anyway." Wang Zheng chuckled. "What a brag. Ive seen the professional analysis on forums. Looks like they chose you to bnce out Lear, Lie Xin, and Achilles. But its awesome you were seen as a bnced choice. Lets go drink to our hearts content!" Xiao Luughed heartily. He was more concerned with IG and could be considered a military mech head. Chapter 310: Asking for a good beating Chapter 310: Asking for a good beating Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng smiled. The way Xiao Lu put it was not too bad. "Well drink a little, but I still have to driveter, so not too much." Wang Zheng shook his head. Even though alcohol had no impact on his body whatsoever, he would not drink and drive. That was thew. Student Wang had always been aw-abiding patriot. "Tsk, Wang Zheng. You ride a bike, what sort of excuse to not drink is that?" Just then, a student in simple, casual outfit walked over. He had a slightly big build, mainly arge tummy. It was Pang Xie, one of Wang Zhengs ssmates of three years in highschool. Their rtionship was fairly average, but it wasnt bad. It was the type where they could have a short conversation when meeting. "Crabby! Long time no see. I heard you got into New North Technological University. How does it feel to be in a top university?" Wang Zhengughed, calling him by his nickname. TL Note: Pang Xie is a homophone for crab in Chinese. Hence the nickname Crabby. "Youre asking me how I feel? Very bad! Pretty bad! The male to female ratio is 50 to 1, 50 wolves and only 1 babe! Sigh. Whats worse is New Norths system is entirely closed. Youre only allowed to take three days off every month...." "Thats not too bad. You specialise in tech, and it has much to do with up anding high-tech stuff. Itd be hard for you to achieve anything academically if its not a closed campus." Xiao Lu chuckled. "My foot! You should stay there for a year and see for yourself. You know whats the most pathetic thing? Its not just a 50 to 1 ratio! The 1 may not necessarily even be a babe. But yet at New North, a sow can also be a goddess!" Pang Xie shook his head and showed his colleges belle list in his Skylink . The top ten were not too bad, but from the eleventh onwards... "Damn! Whats wrong with spectacled girl number 15? She looks sinister and creepy. Number 16.... she has dead fish eyes! How did they even make it up here?" "Bros, say no more. Girlfriend. Quick, introduce to me a girlfriend." "Scram! Your pain is only temporary. Just wait till you graduate. All you have to do is say that youre a top student from New North. What sort of beauties will you not have? All of them wille running to you, and your only worry will be which to pick." "You scram! Me worry which to pick? Why cant I take them all?" They made quite a bit ofmotion. "Drink up!" Xiao Lu had always had quite a high tolerance for liquor; he could be considered a hero in the nation of alcohol. Naturally, he was able to drink up. Wang Zheng shook his head. "Enjoying ourselves is one thing, but I really have to drive, so I cant drink." "My ass. You pretentious prick. Why are you worried about drunk driving when you ride a bicycle?" "Not a bicycle," Wang Zheng said, shaking his head. "So its a motorcycle? Not too bad, eh. Leveled up." Pang Xie was not a bad person, but he just enjoyed ying the fool. His hobby was exposing others weaknesses. An entric side to having high IQ, perhaps. "Not that either. Its a floating car." "Huh? You have a floating car now? Did you win a prize?" "Sort of." Wang Zheng smiled. "Damn, Ive been buying lottery tickets my whole life, and Ive only won once. Ten bucks. Tell me, what car? What brand is it? Oh, right, Wang Zheng, what school did you get into?" Pang Xie was the sort who lived in his own world and was seldom in touch with news that were unrted to him. It was precisely this nature of his that allowed him to get into a top college. Xiao Lu was amused. "You dont know? Wang Zheng got into the same college as goddess Zisu, Ares College!" Just then, a group of people came towards them. It was Yi Xisi and his gang. Theyde down from level 3. It was just seven of them, but the moment they showed up, the warm atmosphere immediately turned cold. Those who were talking loudly started whispering softly. Just a year and half ago, they were all ssmates who were on the same level. But now, theyd been separated into levels of heaven and earth. Even though it was a "ss gathering", it was hard for them to see one another as equals. Yi Xisi smiled coldly, turned around, and softly scoffed. "Thats why I said that the few of us should just stay on level 3. Why must wee down here and ruin their atmosphere? This type of atmosphere is not something you and I can blend into." A light scoff came from beside him. "Well, its just too bad you dont have what it takes to invite Beauty Ye, so we have toe together," someone said coolly, looking directly at Ye Zisu. It was Sun Wenli. He was not from Wang Zhengs graduating ss, he had graduated one year before. He was a key character back at Dawn High School. The Sun family he was born into wasparable to OMG. Butpared to Ye Zisu, he had three elder brothers, two elder sisters, two younger brothers, and a younger sister. On another side, Wang Zheng smiled and told Pang Xie and Xiao Lu, "its not a great car. Its a Pulley floating car." He was answering Pang Xies question. Wang Zheng did not speak loudly, but because everybody kept to their lowest volumes, he sounded particrly loud. Yi Xisi frowned and then chuckled. "Heh. Its not that I dont have what it takes. Its just that Beauty Ye is way too special. She came in this Student Wang Zhengs Pulley floating car. Oh, right, if everybody has seen the news, you should know that this Student Wang Zheng is the team leader of IG Sr System." Pulley? What sort of trashy brand was that? The few sess stories smiled graciously, while Sun Wenli directly targeted Wang Zheng and said, "Does that mean youre very good? Team leader of IG Sr System. You represent the Sr System, eh? How good are you? Wanna try it out with my bodyguard?" Wang Zheng smiled and replied, "Not too bad, I suppose. We can try." "Dont worry, Ill ask him not to take it too hard on you." Sun Wenli was obviously picking on Wang Zheng. Sun Wenli had tried wooing Ye Zisu, but Ye Zisu had never once answered to his invitations. Now, having heard from Yi Xisi that Ye Zisu came in Wang Zhengs car, it was basically saying that he was not as good as Wang Zheng is. What IG team leader? Did it matter? He was just a dumb soldier. Xiao Lu and Pang Xie were stunned. Pang Xie had a much slower reaction. He tugged at Xiao Lu and softly asked, "Goddess Zisu came in Wang Zhengs car? This... whats their rtionship?" "How would I know? Id like to know too! Dont tell me he got her because theyre in the same school and get to spend more time together? Thats against the heavens rules!" Xiao Lu shook Pang Xie off. Thats not what was important right now. Senior Sun was going to beat up Wang Zheng! He had heard that Sun Wenlis bodyguard was a retired ace Special Forces soldier. Previously, at Sun Wenlis birthday party, he had performed a stunt of killing a gically modified fighting bull with a single punch. He was terrifyingly strong. Sun Wenli was kind of unforgiving. He had really sent his bodyguard. Over two meters tall and giving out a formidable air from head to toe, this was definitely someone great. "Sun Wenli, dont create any more trouble. This is a ss gathering." "Heh. Hype things up a bit, eh? Dont tell me our IG leader doesnt even have the courage for this." Sun Wenli rolled his eyes. The bodyguard behind him looked at Wang Zheng, giving a look of bewilderment. He wanted to say something but did not. "Big Ghoul, this is my schoolmate. Some kind of IG team leader. Either way, Im not too sure whats up. Dont hurt him too bad. Its just for fun," Sun Wenli said coldly. The bodyguard could not bear it any longer. He went up and saluted. "Team leader! Greetings from Ex- 8825 Special Forces toon 18 Corporal Carlosa! You are the pride of all Earth people!" The entire hall fellpletely silent.... Wang Zheng stood up and gave a standard military salute, "At ease, Corporal. This is a ss gathering, no need to be so formal." "Yes, Sir!" Carlosa turned around and looked sternly at Sun Wenli. "Mr. Sun, even if there were ten of me, I still would not be team leaders match. I will report todays incident to your father. My apologies." He looked apologetically at Wang Zheng, saluted, and left. Xiao Lu grabbed tightly onto Pang Xie. "Damn! Daaamn! What the f*ck! How awesome was that!? Is IG that good?" IG held a high status amongst the military. While high standards couldnt be guaranteed for the world outside, on Earth, or even in the Sr System, any team leader had absolute capabilities. There was no doubt that eight or ten men could never be Wang Zhengs match. "Sorry, something cropped up, Imte. Did I miss something?" Yan Xiaosu walked in, smiling widely. Little Fortune Star Company was doing pretty well these days, but Yi Xisi, Sun Wenli, and gang still slighted him, thinking he was just some lucky guy who struck it rich. But capabilities were capabilities. Yi Xisi forced a smile and said, "Xiaosu, youre here. Were ready for you on level 3." Yan Xiaosu ignored Yi Xisi. Laughing, he said, "When I came in, I heard a joke and couldnt stopughing. I have a friend who is deeply troubled. His girlfriend said she wanted a Silver Moon floating car and a 10,000 square feet apartment with a city view on the 20th story, or they can forget about getting married." "Damn. Dump her then. Why would you want anyone like that anyway?" Xiao Lu said. Any apartment in the city would cost a bomb. Yi Xisi and gang had no idea what Yan Xiaosu was trying to say, but it seemed that it was nothing good. They knew that Yan Xiaosu and Wang Zheng were close, but were they still close after graduating? Yan Xiaosu shook his head and continued, "My friend was helpless. He went back to discuss the problem with his family. His father sighed and said that selling the familys ship would allow them to get a few thousand floating cars, but his familys 300 odd story skyscraper couldnt possibly be torn down from the 20th floor and above!" The crowd was stumped for a second and then burst outughing. But they still did not know where Yan Xiaosu was going with this. Yan Xiaosu straightforwardly looked at Yi Xisi. "I can understand how you guys want to try to pretend youre great. But youve got to look at who youre dealing with. This person standing right in front of you is the person Ye Zisu and I are working for. Thergest shareholder of KING Corporation, understand?" Silence fell all around once more. This time around, there wasnt even a whisper. What did Yan Xiaosu just say? Did we hear him wrongly? Or were we going crazy? Wang Zheng was thergest shareholder of KING??? The number one techpany on Earth??? Thergest shareholder??? Yi Xisi and Sun Wenli turned deathly pale instantly. Yan Xiaosu was not kidding, and he was being extremely forthright. Be a good person and stay down to earth. They were all still ssmates, whats there to act and pretend about? Sorry, but there was a world outside of your own that taught one how to behave decently. "We were just joking to liven up the atmosphere earlier on. Student Wang Zheng, we apologise if weve offended you." The look on Yi Xisis face changed again and again. With Yan Xiaosu looking at him mockingly, he bit his teeth and bowed down to Wang Zheng. Chapter 311: A Day in the Life of Professor Wang Chapter 311: A Day in the Life of Professor Wang Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The look on Sun Wenlis face looked worse than death. His family owned a factory. Even though it was a rather hugepany, they only looked good on the outside. The inside was rotting and losing life, and they had recently jumped on KING Universal Space Tech Corporations developments to move towards space projects. Even though they had missed the opportunity to cooperate, given the conditions of their familys factories, they had no problem producing spare parts required for space projects. Since he and Ye Zisu were schoolmates, and given theirpetitive advantage, it was likely that they could get orders from KINGs space projects. They did not dare to ask for all, just some orders were enough to let their family business regain life. Making money was secondary. It was more important for them to hitch a ride on this space project and make a name for themselves, or even make an impact in the stock market. If his father was to find out that he had offended KING Universal Space Tech Corporationsrgest shareholder... To think he had wanted his bodyguard to fight Wang Zheng! Thank goodness they didnt fight. Earlier on, he was just ruthlessly thinking of sacking Big Ghoul and forfeiting a month of his pay. But now, even a hundred "thank yous" were not enough to express his gratitude. "Earlier on, it was my..." seeing Yi Xisi apologising first, and under Yan Xiaosus watchful eyes, he bit his teeth and stood forward, wanting to offer an apology too. Wang Zheng smiled and waved his hands. "Its nothing, really. Today is our ss gathering, what matters most is that everybodys happy." Sun Wenli followed suit and smiled. Only his smiling face looked uglier than a crying face. "Oh, right, I almost forgot. I have something urgent to tend to. Ill make a move first." Yi Xisi and the few of them who hade down from level 3 also imed to have something going on and left. They were definitely too embarrassed to stay. The moment those people left, the atmosphere returned to being light and happy. Wang Zheng chuckled and told Yan Xiaosu, "You, really. It was nothing actually." Yan Xiaosu smiled. "Boss, sometimes being too cool about things will bring you trouble. I understand that now. Some people think theyre great when its actually because youre toozy to get up and give him a tight p. For these types of people, youve got to beat them up every time you see them. I did that for their good. I was teaching them how to behave like human beings and not act like pigs. What happened just now... they were lucky its you. If they bumped into fiercer men, they wouldnt even know what happened after getting killed." "Youre full of your own logic." Wang Zheng shook his head. While Yan Xiaosu was not wrong, it was just that his bottom line was way deeper than that. Things were not too bad, and he could just smile andugh it off. Just then, Xiao Lu raised his ss and said, "Wang Zheng, I really didnt think that youd be the one whos got the most hidden abilities in ss.... I say, is KING Corporation hiring? Im actually pretty good. How about that? Would you consider?" Xiao Lu didnt apply for college after graduating from highschool. Instead, he chose to enter the workforce. In this day and age, onlyzy bums would starve. If you set your attitude right and worked hard, youd certainly find a position or ce that belongs to you. Wang Zheng chuckled. "Im a phantom shareholder. Youve got to go to Yan Xiaosu for recruitment and management matters." The color on Xiao Lus face instantly drained. Five minutes earlier, he would not bother being polite to Yan Xiaosu. But now? Having seen Yan Xiaosu make Yi Xisi and gang sheepishly leave with a few jokes and chatter, he feltpletely different than he was in the past. His image had changed entirely, and it was difficult to approach him. Wang Zheng, however, was amicable and approachable. Yan Xiaosu made his way over and punched Xiao Lu in the shoulder. "We would surely wee you if you wanna join us. Its just that only our public rtions department has vacancies, so its a little difficult." "Whats difficult?" "About that, my old friend, well, really, your image cant make it." "My image is pretty good, isnt it? I definitely wont embarrass KING." "1.8 meters and above." "..." Student Lu immediately caved in. "Just kidding. The rules are dead, were not. But even though we were schoolmates, the workforce is still about capabilities. Youll have to start as an intern and pass an evaluation in a month before you can be officially employed." Yan Xiaosu smiled, but he was rather serious about it. "Thats no problem." After giving Xiao Lu thepanys PR contact details, Yan Xiaosu dragged Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu into a corner. "Thepanys deadlock situation has been resolved. We managed to pull in a huge sum of investment from FLC Group. The next phase in the project can finally kickstart." Even though KING Universal Space Tech Corporations developments were going well, they were unable to get listed under the pressure from Margate Interster Airways and CT Group. Furthermore, there were huge problems in terms of funding. They had been getting by by using funds from OMG and Little Fortune Star. A conservative estimation would put the fund shortage in the billions, and OMG and Little Fortune Star were almost unable to hold the fort any longer. The twopanies could not possibly put all their stakes in this one investment and hinder their own operations. The project had constantly been looking for new investors, but it was a pity there were too many restrictions. Many of those who had enquired said they were unable to ept the terms and conditions. Ye Zisu blinked and finally recalled. "FLC? The new energy group? I heard this group is rather mysterious. Even though they im to be a new type of energy resourcepany, they invest in every industry. Theyre very different from ordinary investmentpanies and dont usually interfere with operations." "In this day and age, being in the energy business means being filthy rich. Their conditions are, number one, monopolised rights to the usable product for the first five years, and number two, they hope that our project can use their new energy standards for product development. Well, I say, quality goods need no advertising." Yan Xiaosu gleamed. There was always light at the end of a tunnel. FLC was a timely rain. Moreover, their terms were no problem to KING Corporation. Wang Zhengughed. "Like I said, Im a phantom shareholder. You guys can deal with these things." "Well, you say that, but Boss, they kept insisting that they need thergest shareholder to sign the contract. Its as if he knows you. Ah, whatever. As long the conditions are to our advantage. Finally, problems solved!" Yan Xiaosu chirped happily. Wang Zheng being thergest shareholder of KING was a fact known by everyone out there, especially those outside the Sr System. Frankly speaking, the Milky Way was way too big, and unless its some heaven-shocking and ground-shaking achievement, itd be pretty great to have a day or twos fame. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu looked at each other. No matter what it was, FLCs investment was a timely assistance to them. To Xiao Fei, the development of space technologies would inevitably be used for military purposes. What she hoped was that it could simultaneously benefit civilians and provide extra security to the safety of mankinds interster travels. Before this, theories were just theories and could be brought out as a topics of discussion. But now that it involved usable products, they were trade secrets. On the research team, everyones tasks and work had be heavier, and Xiao Fei held fewer sses at Ares College, much to the dismay of physics majors. Especially for freshmen who came to Ares College to study physics because of Xiao Fei. The seniors were still alright. Theyd at least seen Xiao Fei in person. The freshmen were just sad. They had not even gotten a single chance to meet her. Of course, ordinary students didnt actually require Xiao Feis attention, but the effects of a celebrity professor would definitely be something quite different. "So thats the current situation, Wang Zheng. For this period, you take over my sses," said Xiao Fei. "Im busy too, Prof. I have to train, and .... study." "Study? You study?" Xiao Fei said in disbelief. Wang Zheng straightened his body. "Im learning about the Aimos Theory of Miniaturisation. Im really busy." "The person who talked to me about 11-Dimensioned Space Theory is talking about learning the Miniaturization Theory? Youre learning backwards, arent you? Prof. Wang, it seems like youre using too many brain cells on mecha. Do we have to talk to the Federation Science Academy so that we dont let a science prodigy be shrouded by the military?" Xiao Fei smiled, her eyes gleaming. If somebody thought that bing the IG team leader would let him get away with everything, he couldnt be more wrong. Wang Zheng gulped and mumbled something. This was outright threatening him! All right then. He conceded defeat. "Prof, dont worry, I will lead them into the great halls of science..." "Pretty sound bullsh*t there. Go on." "No more." "Then get moving! Go prepare for ss!" "Yes..." Wang Zheng sighed. "Attitude?" "Yes Maam!" Everyone had their weakness, and every object had its nemesis. Wang Zheng was only unable to hold things down with Xiao Fei. Not even Old Merchant could make him so docile. Preparing for ss was actually very simple. Xiao Fei had given the password to her ss preparation tforms to Wang Zheng for him to download the content himself. He just had to arrange them ording to his own understanding and then the teaching materials for one ss would be ready. Wang Zheng was a student and a professor at Ares College, so naturally he had an office to himself. He could even hire an assistant and the college would pay for it. But this was the first time Wang Zheng had used his office. Xiao Feis ss preparation tform was in the server inside the schoolwork, which was not linked to the Skylinkwork; it couldnt even be essed by wirelesswork or servers. It could only be essed by using the smart system specially prepared by the college for the professors. Level three, room 16, a south-facing window, at the end of the corridor. 20 square meters wide,rge enough to fit a whole bunch of experimental equipment and a single bed. One of the best office spaces in the college. Wang Zheng entered the room and saw a boy lying on his desk, asleep and drooling. Beside him was a broom and a rag. A student working part time? He looked around. It was spotless. Very clean. Wang Zheng smiled. It was well cleaned. He knocked on the desk. Bam bam. The boy who had fallen asleep jumped. "Im not skiving.... uh, you scared me. I thought it was...." The boy looked at Wang Zheng and wiped his mouth. Then he red at Wang Zheng and said, "Who are you? What are you doing here? Do you know what this ce is?" "I do. But who are you?" "Me? I am... Why are you asking me? This is a professors office. No students are allowed here without permission. Even though its not the exam period, as a student, you shouldnt break rules. Are you a freshman? Which department are you from?" ".... Physics, I guess." Wang Zheng felt like saying Mech Department. The office contained a smart system that could connect to the schools securework, and many professors were more keen on saving their exam questions on the colleges servers than on Skylinks servers. These days, hackers ran amok and theworks used by the public were never entirely secure. Certain hacker associations who were especially hooked on decrypting things would always release exam answers on Skylink just one day before the exam for no good reason other than they felt like it. They saw it as a hobby. "Physics? Then all the more you cant be here. Im a part-time teaching assistant. I work here. If anything goes wrong, Im held responsible." Chapter 312: Try and You’ll Know Chapter 312: Try and Youll Know Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng was speechless. The feeling of being chased out of his own office... an honorary professor indeed. It was obvious that this part-timer was a freshman. But seeing how he was taking his cleaning job seriously, Wang Zheng felt it was not very appropriate to prepare for his lessons here. Xiao Feis office was just right above anyway and so he left his own office... Wang Zheng came to Xiao Feis office and turned on her system. He went through the password verification, and the first screen that popped out was actually a screensaver of an adorable little girl. Guessing from the date at the bottom of the photograph, this little girl was Professor Xiao Fei when she was younger. He subconsciously touched the girls cheeks. The screen changed and entered a photo album. Password: ??? Wang Zheng subconsciously keyed in the password Xiao Fei had given him. Password correct. He had actually entered the album! Looks like this password was frequently used by Xiao Fei. From when she was a little girl to present day, all of her photos were saved in this album. Most of them were photos from her days of studying abroad at An. There were many good-looking men and women in the pictures. Compared to her now, Xiao Fei had an extra tinge of wildness and energy and youth when she was in university. She was eye-catching even in a group of Anians and had an unforgettable look. This was another side of Xiao Fei unbeknownst to people. In some of the moving photographs, an An boy would always stand beside her. The two of them looked close. Could it be her boyfriend? But it didnt look like it... Wang Zheng shook his head and exited the photo album. He didnt understand why Xiao Fei had saved such personal photographs on the college server. After logging in to Xiao Feis space on the server and keying in the password, Wang Zheng downloaded the lesson materials. He quickly got into the momentum of lesson preparation. The contents for todays ss were not very interesting, and to make it interesting, he needed to prepare well. Half an hourter, Wang Zheng was ready. When he took the elevator down, it stopped at level three. The part-timer from earlier dashed in, looking excited. "Huh, you again? Why are you still here? Oh, you said you study physics, right? Professor Wang is taking over Professor Xiao Fei for lecture. Go to lecture theater three quickly, or else therell be no seats left." Professor Wang? Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. No seats left? Was he that popr? "Take your time, its okay." "Youre an inexperienced freshman, eh? You dont know Professor Wang, do you? Hes one of the first few people who came up with the space navigation theory. Last time he taught a ss, he managed to invite a Milky Way top scientist like Mu Fengchun toe here for an academic discussion..." The part-timer couldnt help but disy his boundless admiration. Wang Zheng smiled. "You go first." "If possible Ill save you a seatter." "Uh, no need." Wang Zheng shook his head. "Were from the same department, no need to be shy about it." The part-timer waved and ran off. Wang Zheng shook his head and smiled. How was he being shy? He looked at the time. There were still ten minutes before ss began. If he walked at a normal pace, hed be able to get there in eight minutes. But on his way there, there were indeed many students who were behaving like the part-timer, running and dashing to lecture hall three. There were also a number of girls.... and students who were clearly from the Mech Department! "Waaaaaaa!" All of a sudden, a scream erupted from behind. Wang Zheng turned around and saw two petite girls with good figures gazing at him. "Its true!" "So handsome!" "Yeeeaaa!" "Hi, Professor Wang." "Hi, Student Wang." Waaaaaaa.... The two girls talked amongst themselves, greeted him, and excitedly ran off, chattering softly. Wang Zheng stared for three good seconds and then shook his head. What was that all about.... Calling him Professor and Student. "Ah, its Professor Wang! Hes cuter than I imagined!" "Mmmhmm, I thought hed be fierce." "Yeah, yeah, IG team leader.... Thank goodness hes not those bulky types, hes my cup of tea." On his way, there were a few more girls who caught sight of Wang Zheng. Some were headed to lecture theater three, and some were headed to another ss. But regardless, as long as they saw him, they would make a fewments and look at him passionately. Wang Zheng was now Ares Colleges No. 1 most popr male. Wang Zheng smiled graciously. Just then, a girl ran up to him all of a sudden. "Senior, I like you. Let me be your girlfriend!" She appeared to be a freshman from the Physics Department. Not too far away, a group of girls were looking in their direction. Presumably this girls ssmates. "Youre pretty, but too bad, I have a girlfriend." Wang Zheng shook his head. The feeling of being confessed to for the first time.... was weird. He thought he would be happy, but it made him miss Xiao Shi even more. The girl blinked. "Its Senior Ye Zisu, isnt it? Senior, if you ever break up, you have to look me up. I may not be as pretty as she is, but I have my strengths. You have to try and youll know." Try.... Were girls these days all so aggressive? Wang Zheng smiled bitterly. How did this have anything to do with Ye Zisu? "You have lots of time, dont you, talking about these things? Go to ss quickly!" "Hehe, see you in a bit, Senior." This girl was clearly attending Wang Zhengs lecture. "Ahem. I will deduct marks from anyone whoste." Wang Zheng had no choice but to bring out the ultimatum of a teacher - deducting marks! The girls immediately split up, giggling away. Wang Zheng smiled in relief. The feeling of being on campus. You could even smell youth in the air. Because he was getting harassed by the girls, Wang Zheng entered lecture theater three three minutes before the bell rang. He had nned on stepping in right as the bell rang. It would have given him the air of a professor, arriving right on the dot. This ssroom was specially designed for lectures. At Ares College, there were two types of standard lectures. One type waspulsory sses, such as politics and linguistics. No matter which year or department you were from, you had to take these sses. Another type was sses that were in demand. Every department offered sses like that to allow everyone to attend the same ss so as to cut down on the resources used. The ss Wang Zheng was to deliver was thetter. Students from numerous departments were allowed to wach it. Outside of ss, everybody could horse around and have fun. But it was in the ssroom that the qualities of students from Ares College were disyed. Everybody took their seats very quickly. Except for.... the part-timer whom he bumped into earlier on at the office. "So sorry, this seat is taken by my friend. Hell be here soon." The part-timer had really reserved a seat for Wang Zheng. "The profs here. Your friend must have skipped ss." "What? Tsk. I say, pretty girl, no need to y such tricks. There, my friends here. Here, here, sit here." The part-timer waved at Wang Zheng and called out to him, failing to notice how the other students around him were staring oddly at him. Wang Zheng waved back and walked up to him. "Whats your name?" "No need to be so polite, just call me Zengzi." "Thanks, Zengzi, but I dont think it will be appropriate for me to sit here. You can have this seat, student." Zengzi stared at him nkly and scratched his head as if he was afraid of interacting with girls. He stood up and said, "Then Ill stand with you too." Even though it was a huge ssroom, there were too many students in the ss, and some of them were not from Ares. Most of the seats had been taken up by girls. The men had disyed a spirit of gentlemanliness. Zengzi smiled and stood beside Wang Zheng. "Hm.. actually, Im a little slow at taking down notes. Can I borrow your notes to copyter after ss?" It was clear that Student Zengzi had a motive in being so helpful as to reserve a seat for others. He opened up his Skylink screen as he spoke and logged on to an online shopping page and began marketing his services... The bell rang. Wang Zheng chuckled. "I can show you the notes, but its better not to promote your services to me. Alright, ss, lets begin. Today were going to talk about..." Wang Zheng said as he walked towards the podium while opening up the ssrooms teaching systems, logging in using the teaching ount, and projecting a bunch of forme on the huge screen. Student Zengzi gaped. He was watching Wang Zheng speak freely and confidently on the podium, but he was not taking in any of his words... "Who.. is he? Why is he delivering the lecture?" The girl who took his seat looked up and nced at Zengzi. "Didnt you say hes your friend?" "I just got to know him..." "Hes Xiao Feis apprentice, a physics professor specially hired by our department, Wang Zheng." Gulp. Zengzi nervously swallowed his saliva. It was all over now. Just what did he do??? He had chased Professor Wang Zheng out of his own office... Student Zengzi did not take in a single word that entire lecture. When ss ended, he saw Wang Zheng walk towards him. "Professor, I didnt mean it, I...." "Here are the notes I promised you." Wang Zheng pped him on the back and sent a document over to him via Skylink, saying, "Im short of an assistant. Would you like to help? The condition is that you have to pay attention in ss. I think my lectures are rather interesting anyway." The surrounding students chuckled and looked up at Zengzi enviously. The college paid teaching assistants pretty well; the pay was over ten times more than the usual part-time work. Zengzi blushed. "I, Ill quit the other part time jobs right away... Professor, earlier on, at the office, I..." "You did a good job. Keep it up. But when you have time, itll be good to memorise the faces of the teaching staff in the college." Wang Zheng smiled and left. He had to lecture at most twice a day, and it would only take 100 minutes and hed be done. What was most troublesome was grading assignments and managing the sses. That was most time consuming. Having an assistant to take care of these things would be nice. When lectures first began, he faced only freshmen, but in the subsequent lectures, there were students from year two, the same year as Wang Zheng, and even seniors in their third year. Wang Zheng did not like spoon-feeding his students in ss. His sses were more like seminars, full of discussions that would guide and inspire students to think and learn physics through exploration. For the year twos, even if it was content they had learned before, it was worth listening again. Who knows, they might be able have a deeper understanding on the subject. Ye Zisu came in to listen from time to time as well. Every time she attended ss, the atmosphere would be hyped off the charts. "Wang Zheng, I heard there were junior girls confessing their love to you again today." These days, Chen Xiu was the saddest in dorm 007. He had gotten to make quite a few pretty girl friends, but too bad, they all saw him as a little brother. He had collected quite a number of "nice guy" cards. Looking at Wang Zheng... the heavens were unjust! Forget about pretty girls rejecting him, he actually turned the tables around and rejected pretty girls! This was indeed an unjust world. Chapter 313: Simplicity is Beauty Chapter 313: Simplicity is Beauty Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Yao Ailun pushed his sses up his nose. He was unperturbed. He had been doing very well in hismentator career recently and had begunmenting at some key events in huge league matches. There were a dozen female fans who sent him pictures every day, and they were all sorts of hot, tempting, personal types of pictures. "Chen Xiu, if you have time to think about such things, why dont you check the form again from just now? I keep feeling that theres a problem..." Commenting was just a hobby. Nowadays, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu spent most of their time at OMGs Wind God Experimentalbs researching. The Wind God had embarked on research on version 3.0, and their considerations were how to add space navigation equipment into the Wind God. This was one of the steps to realizing space theories, and Xiao Fei was a part of it. This technology could be used in the military, and it could also be used for rescue missions in deep space, making interster adventures safer. But of course, these were just preliminary ideas. Not even the Wind God 3.0 or 4.0 could use this technology. The goal was to conduct the first experiments in three years. Wang Zheng had seen the design done by the two of them. It was clever, but it also had many problems that had to be resolved. Chen Xiu shook his head. "That form has an illogical w. Were better off without it. Moreover, its the clubs get-together day!" Speaking of the club, Student Chens eyes beamed, and he forgot about all those unhappy things from before. Out with the old, in with the new. Student Chen Xius most tightly held motto was: knowing when to let things go. Yao Ailun patted Chen Xiu on the shoulder: "My dear Xiu, I promised your elder sister to look after you. Youre still young, still going through puberty." "Brother Ailun.... forget it. I should have gone into biomed back then..." Chen Xiu looked at Yao Ailun. Deep inside, he knew that Ailuns three elder sisters hadpletely brainwashed this good friend of his. Biomed. He could perhaps research medicalpounds that could boost the growth of the human body. Precisely because of his young age, he had gone through a lot of hardship, and thinking about it made him tear up. But he would make up for it sooner orter. Nightfall. At the club gathering, the other party was made up of Du Qingqing and her friends from the Art Society. Surprisingly, Zhang Runan was one of them. Zhang Shan waspletely stunned. "Why? I cant be here?" Zhang Runan red sideways at Zhang Shan. "Of course you can. Brother Nan, the one wearing spectacles, the little girl who looks gentle and refined, what is her name? What does she study?" Zhang Shans eyes lit up very quickly. After training in IG for so long, being back and seeing these types of girls who were gentle to the core made his heart turn soft. "Bai Meng. She studiesmunications. Man up if you want to know her." Whats there to introduce? This was already a get-together. Very soon, Zhang Runan gave all her attention to all the different types of food. Wang Zhengs purpose was also to eat. He nced at Zhang Runan. "Eh? Youre kind of different now." Zhang Runan red. "What? Whats different?" "Nothing." Wang Zheng shook his head. He may have been seeing things, or it mightve been because he had spent too much time with Brother Nan, but somehow, he felt that Brother Nans face was much softer than when they first met. Zhang Runan ate and said, "My ability seems to have had some sort of breakthrough recently.... Plus, I feel that training my Ability X with you around is much more effective than when I train on my own. I think, if its possible, we should train together during this period." Wang Zheng nodded. It was a good idea. There was still some time before the actual IG matches would begin, and they could not truly let their guards down and rx. Not too far from them, Zhang Shan had failed to hit on girls. Student Chen Xiu, on the other hand, was surrounded by a few girls, and was flirting and teasing. "Which elder sister here would like to be my girlfriend?" When Chen Xiu said that, the girls giggled and put out their hands to pinch poor Chen Xiu on the face. "Little Xiuxiu, you want your elder sisters here to wait another three to four years for you?" Damn. He was actually very brave, but why must these people judge a book by its cover? Chen Xiu sighed. He was utterly disappointed with the session. Calling it a get-together was an overstatement. It was pretty much just having a meal and getting to know one another. The freshmen from the Art Society were very interested in Wang Zheng. They heard about him from the seniors that Wang Zheng had previously modelled exclusively for some time ago. "Senior Wang Zheng, when are youing back to model for us? Weve never had the chance to draw you before." "Yea, thats right, Senior. Were all huge fans of you!" Wang Zheng smiled. "Well, if I have time to spare." What exclusive modelling? He had obviously been cheated that time. Having had their fills, the next step was to go to a KTV to sing Karaoke. Ye Zisu and Meng Tian were going to join them. "This ones on me." Wang Zheng put up his hand to summon the waiter. "Good evening, Sir. Your bill has been paid for by the few gentlemen over there." The waiter smiled and hinted for Wang Zheng to look at a table of guests not too far away. There were men and women, but Wang Zheng knew none of them. "Awesome, man! Earthlings are the best! To you!" The few men raised their sses and drank it all. Thedies had a small sip. They too had looks of admiration in their eyes. Wang Zheng smiled, raised the bottle of beer in his hands, and emptied it in one gulp. "Thank you." They had no intentions of chasing a celebrity. It was more of admiration, and Wang Zheng enjoyed this type of acknowledgement. On the faraway capital star of An. In the Royal College, Aina was sitting in the Presidents office, discussing matters regarding the quota for the uing exchange program with him. The most discussed topic about Ans rise to power in the Milky Way was its super elite education. In An, no one was ever considered weak. They used every single individuals talents and exhausted the research of every object. Education was never about grades, and learning was tailored to each individuals needs. Every individual could find their ce in the empire with dignity and honor. Thus, every An citizen could proudly shout "glory to An." The glory of An belonged to each and every one of its citizens. All the other countries in the Milky Way agreed that An was strong not just because of the superior blood they were born with. It was more of their outstanding education. Every year, many countries and districts would send in their applications for exchange students. While they could never replicate Ans education system, they could learn a great deal. Not every country could get a ce in Ans exchange program. Since it was an exchange, it wasnt just about choosing the best and most outstanding students to go to An. Students from An would go to these different countries as well. Countries that were not recognized by An would never get a ce, no matter how many applications had been sent in. Reason being, no students from An were willing to go there. "For the exchange program this time around, you could consider approving the Sr Systems application." The President of the Royal College was stunned. "Your Highness, given the Sr Systems qualifications, they still cannot be considered for exchange." Exchange was naturally not just about letting other countriese and learn from their own experience. It was also about learning from other countrys best practices, and improving themselves by applying the good of others. This was the one An fixed education policy. Never cling to the old, always innovate and break new grounds. Only then could Ans vitality stay undefeated for a long time. "President Zetus Saarinen, sometimes we have to take into consideration political factors. Moreover, the Sr System is the cradle of mankind, and it is going through recovery now. They may still be far behind in terms of military, but there are now many things that are worth our learning from in terms of economy and culture. We should all understand that history can never be erased," Aina said, smiling. "I will make further considerations." Zetus Saarinen bowed. Although this was brought up by the First Princess Her Royal Highness, only he could make the final decision. Aina smiled. He may have said he would consider, but he had, in fact, agreed. It was just that some things could not be said directly. "If that is the case, I shall make a move." When Aina left the Presidents office, she saw Lin Huiyin and Ang waiting for her outside. Seeing here out of the room, Lin Huiyin immediately bounced up. "Hey, did the old man agree?" For her, the only motive of giving the Sr System a ce for an exchange student was for Wang Zheng toe to An earlier. Aina smiled and nodded. "He didnt directly agree, but I think it should be settled." "So when can Wang Zhenge?" Lin Huiyin calcted the time it would take for Wang Zheng to arrive. If he took therger interster passenger ships, he would probably make it to An in a week. "If everything goes well, in about a month or so." "So long?" Aina rubbed Lin Huiyins head. "Why? You want to see him too?" "No way, Im just concerned for you," Lin Huiyin said, pouting. "Lets go take a walk," Aina said lovingly. Ans Royal College had the scenery of andscape garden. Aina and Lin Huiyin took a stroll along the cherry blossom road. This path had the best views in the college. Especially at a time like this, where the flowers bloomed and the fragrant was in the air. A few people were headed in their direction. The person walking right in front was a child of eight or nine years old. "Your Royal Highness Hao Lin." Aina smiled and stopped in her tracks, greeting him. The child was not just anybody, but the Prince of Antis, Hao Lin. "Your Royal Highness Aina, and Your Royal Highness Huiyin." Hao Lin blinked. The cooperation between Antis and An had entered an important phase at this time, and as he was starting to take over matters between Antis and human beings, he was stationed at the capital of An. After greeting one another, Hao Lin immediately put his serious look away and smiled cheerfully. "The cherry blossoms are beautiful indeed. They look just like pink-colored clouds. But the moment sisters Aina and Huiyin arrived, the cloud-like flowers lost their colors." Huiyin blinked and smiled brightly. "Youre so young but such a sweet talker! You will definitely grow up to be a handsome man whom girls love and hate." Hao Lin shook his head. "Why would they hate me? Only love. Oh, Sister Huiyin, thest time you went to Sr System, did you see Wang Zheng too? How is he doing?" "Wang Zheng? Hes doing fine. You know him too?" Aina gave a faint smile. "Why did you suddenly ask about him?" Hao Lin nodded and smilingly said, "Hes one of the few human beings whom I feel close to. Ive been wonder if we could meet again. I heard he took part in IG too. Wonder if he can make it to An." "He has already made it through the Sr Systems IG selection." "Thats great! Is he that good?" "Of course." When talking about Wang Zheng, Lin Huiyins eyes gleamed brightly. Aina gently swept her fringe aside, smiling faintly as she looked at Hao Lin, deep in thought. Chapter 314: Pretending to be an Aslanian Chapter 314: Pretending to be an Anian Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas An had sent out an announcement to the Sr System with regards to the exchange cement. The entire Sr System was aroused with excitement. It was said that when the Sr System Federations minister of education received the news, he almost stopped breathing. They had all thought that the application sent to An this year would again be rejected. Who would have thought that they would approve it this time? There were just too many who wanted to go to An, but no matter who, and no matter how wealthy or powerful, An would always reply with a smile: Sorry, your application has not been approved. When the news about An agreeing to have exchange students came, God knows how many prestigious familiesid eyes on this opportunity, pulled strings, and even resorted to bribery to fight for a ce for their own family. "With regards to this, it must be handled properly and nicely. The conditions they haveid out is to select the most outstanding student in the Sr System. For that, we have to take things seriously right till the end. Nobody shall have any personal gains in this matter." The Chairman of the Sr System Federation formally dered at the federal meeting. He no longer used political terms. It was straight up a warning. "This exchange is an opportunity for the entire Federation. It seems that An only agreed for an exchange due to political reasons, but for the federation, this is our chance to show our new generation to the entire Milky Way. The sun is rising. We are not sending a bunch of spoiled kids to be mocked." All the underhanded dealings were squelched by the Chairman. The Sr System began its strict, open, fair, and just selection. The whole matter had been viewed and dealt with as a political event that was pivotal to the resuscitation of the Sr System and was being closely supervised by every single citizen. The entire Federation was excited. Everyone knew that the Sr System was regaining its ce in the world. First economically, then academically... The selections were highly intense. Many prodigies and geniuses had failed to make it. The quota that An gave was only six. Being a genius was not enough. You had to be a genius that shone brightly before others. Earth, Mars, Moon, Republic of Caragal, Europa... Another wave of academicpetition was raised between the key yers of the Federation. Finally, the list of names was revealed.... Earth: Wang Zheng, Ye Zisu. Moon: Su Sa. Mars: Dale. Republic of Caragal: Gilbert. Europa: Song Naina. "Earth took two spots! Thats unfair!" "Nothing unfair about that. Ye Zisu was appointed by An. Even if not for this opportunity, An would also privately send her an invitation to study abroad." The outstanding performance of the Wind God had caused a heated whirlwind in the Milky Way. As the designer of this mech, Ye Zisu had actually received an invitation from the An Empire prior to this. As for Wang Zhengs appointment, it was definitely undebatable. His contribution to the Space Theory had received recognition from the topmost ss of scientific giants in the Milky Way. But Student Wang Zheng was clearly upset. Of course he wanted to go to An... Aina must be waiting for him there. But... "Why didnt I get the ce under the Mech Department but rather under the Physics Department?" Wang Zheng had been stated as a student from the Physics Department on the list, and not the Mech Department like he had hoped for. The answer Xiao Fei gave him was: If you had used your identity as a mech student, you may not have been chosen. To put it more directly, An had no eyes for the military standards of the Sr System Federation. Wang Zheng crumbled. Physics Department..... so be it. At the celebratory dinner in Ares College, President Gu Tes eyes were teary. He patted Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu on the shoulder hard and did not say a thing. Anything said at this time would be superfluous. The teaching staff was very agitated, too. Those who didnt usually drink also opened bottles of beer and cheered. The rise of Ares College was now unstoppable. In thetest rankings, they hade in first on Earth, and third in the entire Sr System. They were right behind the Moons Moonlight College and Mars Heavenly Star College. What the students felt was a bright future ahead of them. In particr, the freshmen who had just been enrolled. Their seniors proactiveness had inspired them to fight for themselves. Be it learning or training, they all felt a lot more energetic. Xiao Fei drank too. Her face was blushing red. She grabbed Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu and said, "The capital of An is really pretty fun. When we get there, Ill show you around..." "Eh? Professor, youre going to An too?" "Youre going, why cant I?" "Its not that..." "Its not just me, Professor Marcus will be going too. Were going to conduct experiments mainly. If we want to speed up the realization of our theories, we have to borrow Ans technology... more urately, their equipment. Stingy, miserly An. They just refuse to export the equipment." Xiao Fei andpany departed on ater date. Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu had already set off on their journey. Before they left, Yan Xiaosu had teared up like an abandoned pet dog. He finally let go when Wang Zheng promised to get Aina to introduce him to a new girlfriend. This time around, when traveling to An, they took the super long distance interster flight named Neen. "Su Sa from Moonlight College. Nice to meet you." At the dinner party on Neen, everybody introduced themselves to one another. Su Sa from Moon was a graceful girl. Her fingers were long and tender, and her nails were elegantly painted. She was as arrogant as a princess. People from the Moon were born with a feeling of superiority. The news had introduced Su Sa as the most talented economics prodigy the Sr System had seen in a few hundred years. She had published numerous academic papers on prominent financial magazines, and her article, "Integrating the Laws of Generalisation with Quantification of Minute Communities," had been widely recognized. "Wang Zheng, Ares College, Physics Department." Wang Zheng chuckled. "Ye Zisu, Ares College. Please treat me kindly." The rest did not care much for Earth. Short termed growth could not change a perception built over a long period of time. "Dale, Mars. No need to be kind. Prettydy, you wanna get some coffeeter?" Dale from Mars was a professor in bioengineering. Just like Wang Zheng, he was a student and an honorary professor in college. He had a slightly narcissistic and wild personality, and was said to be very well liked by girls. "Caragal, Gilbert." Gilbert had a very soft voice. It was as if he was afraid hed be spotted. However, his talent inputing and inte put him in the top thousand in the entire Milky Way and the whole of mankind. Do not belittle this ranking. One thousand may sound like a lot, but on average, not every could have a genius like him. "Song Naina, Europa. Nothing special about me. I only know how to study." Unlike ordinary Europa people, Song Naina had soft and tender skin, and the tan in her skin reflected a different, unique grace. Her snow white teeth made her more affable, and she had a gentle look. Very pretty. Her full lips brought out a feeling of sexiness through her innocent look. After a brief round of introductions, everybody soon felt more at ease. It was just that the things they talked about were a bit profound... "Sorry, Im not interested in coffee. Im even less interested in you." Moons Su Sa rejected Dales invitation sharply. Dale smiled chivalrously, turned around, and extended the same invitation to Song Naina. A cup of coffeeter? If you dont like coffee, we can get tea. Song Naina graciously epted, but turned around to bring Gilbert along. "Can I not go...." "No, you cant. I heard youre very good at modifying electronic devices. Could you take a look at my Skylinkter and see if theres any room for improvement?" "Oh... your Skylink belongs to the Manifestation 0908 series. You can make improvements, but just to check, what is your core application? That is, the Skylink application that you use most frequently and cant do without." Su Sa had held on to Ye Zisu, and they started talking about topics unique to girls. How to draw their brows so they wouldnt look uneven, how to apply blusher so that their faces would look more well defined... Wang Zheng happily enjoyed his food. They had booked a luxury suite, and everything was the best. Even the food was prepared by the head chef. Other passengers did not have such good fortune. Here, no one minded Wang Zhengs identity or achievements. Everyone had their own achievements they were proud of. IG Team Leader? It was not something of their level, and they could not feel how great an achievement it was. Space-time theory? Wasnt that something done by Xiao Fei? Only Xiao Fei would tter her own students like that. It can only be said that he was extremely, extremely in luck. For Wang Zheng, this was a rare moment of peace and quiet. Back at Ares College, other than attending sses, he had to deliver sses on Xiao Feis behalf, and he could only work on his Primordial Regression Technique at night. In the battle against the pirates, he indeed saw his own weakness and hisck of technique in using force, his Ability X in particr. He only knew how to erupt at a basic level. It was really bad. Otherwise, ck Charcoal Head and Bonehead wouldnt have had to exert themselves. He took a deep breath and focused all his attention on the Primordial Regression Technique. Unlike training on the ground, the Primordial Regression Technique felt lighter and more fluid in space. The cycle and change of Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth felt a lot clearer. Attraction, inhibition, change. Wang Zheng had an illusion that he epassed the universe, or the universe was taking him in. It was as if he was conversing with the universe. After days of traveling, Dale was close to getting Song Naina. The two of them came and went together, seemingly close. But it was clear that Song Naina was not an ignorant woman, and she did not really let Dale take advantage of her. To Wang Zheng, Song Naina was just making use of Dale to pass time. Dale, on the other hand, was doing his best to charm her. He came from a prestigious family on Mars, and even though it was not as old and powerful as the Lie family, its capabilities were not to be undermined. It was thest day of their journey. When Neen leapt out of the subspace, Wang Zheng couldnt bear to leave. Time had passed by very quickly. "Dear passengers, we will arrive at Ans Okimia Space Harbor in thirty minutes..." "Dale, does your family really own property on An?" Song Naina was very interested in that. Anything that had to do with An felt ssy and elegant, the same way potties used by emperors could also be antiques and artifacts. "Heh. No need to doubt that. ording to how An treats their exchange students, we should automatically report to the Royal College when we arrive. Ive already sent a message for our familys servant in An toe pick us upter. A born and bred Anian." No matter how advanced An was, it was still a monarchy, and the rich and powerful were masters. Social ss still existed, and the royalty and aristocrats belonged to the ruling ss, while the citizens were the middle ss. Below them were themoners, and these so-calledmoners were essentially servants. Its just that the term moners" seemed more graceful. Hiring an Anianmoner as a helper in An was most certainly a ssic move of arrogance. "Really, an Anian?" Song Naina batted her eyelids, with a seductive look in her eyes. She was ying hard to get with Dale. She wouldnt be cherished if she was too easy to get. "Whether its real or not, youll know when you see it." Dale was very proud of himself. Anybody who had a huge property on An, or could order Anians around, would feel proud of him or herself. It felt just like an ordinary man having the power to order heavenly guards around. Chapter 315: Big Shot Chapter 315: Big Shot Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Song Naina blinked her huge eyes and smiled, behaving even more intimately with Dale. Dale had pretty good qualities. He stood out from the countless geniuses in the Sr System and became an exchange student at An. This was enough to prove his excellence and show that he didnt merely hail from a prestigious family. She wouldnt lose anything to have a deeper rtionship with him. Women from Europa were good at taking the initiative. Moreover, she had been looking for an opportunity like this to jump through the ranks. Yet for the most part, Dale kept his eyes on Ye Zisu. All threedies were great, but Ye Zisu was clearly one of a kind and had a unique charm. If he had to distinguish the three of their differences, Ye Zisus beauty was the most natural. She did not put on any pretense. Just one look and he could tell that she came from a good family. But for Song Naina and Su Sa, they were nurtured and groomed. They were beautiful, no doubt, butcked a certain feeling. There were plenty of ordinary women like that. It was a pity Ye Zisu and Wang Zheng were way too close. Dale sized up his own arms and thighs, and even a hundred and one of him wouldnt be Wang Zhengs match. But Wang Zheng looked extremely unsophisticated and had very poor tastes. That gave Dale an advantage. "Su Sa, Wang Zheng, Ye Zisu, and Gilbert, my Anian servant has arrived. Lets go to my mansion in An to have a couple of days fun before we report." Dale was all smiley when he invited everybody. The capital of An, Mengtalis, was top three in terms of property value per area in the whole of Milky Way. Owning a mansion and a true-blooded An servant here definitely was the style of royalty. Gilbert looked at him admiringly. How awesome! Wang Zheng smiled. "Zisu and I have something going on, well go straight to school." Ye Zisu nodded, indicating that Wang Zheng spoke for her. "Whats the rush for school? Wang Zheng alone can make the arrangements for us. Miss Zisu, Miss Su Sa, you have toe, youll definitely be surprised!" Dale smiled as if he was an expert on An. Su Sa blinked and nodded to show deference. "Alright. Im curious to see the environment of your home in An too." It was undeniable that Dales greatness had attracted her. Su Sa came from a wealthy family, but it was still unable to get to An. If this Dale really had such capabilities, it would be okay to interact with him a bit more. She had actually intended to get an Anian boyfriend, andter, migrate to An. "Im not trying to brag, but in the entire Sr System Federation, theres just a dozen or so men who canpete with me," Dale said, nose in the air. He was clearly bragging. The number of wealthy people Wang Zheng alone knew was way more than that, but Dales family should be pretty good too. If he were to refute Dale at this point, he would appear petty instead. Here at the capital of An, saying that every inch ofnd cost ten thousand gold would not be wrong. Especially for the people of An, just the stamp duty of buying a house in An could get them a three-story detached vi on Mars in an area where wealthy people lived. Ye Zisu looked at Wang Zheng. She liked his faint smile and his mature behavior. Dale was simply too childish. He couldnt wait to brag and show off. Girls didnt like boys like him. Even though he was capable, he shouldnt do that, but... Capable and mature boys like Wang Zheng were rare gems. It was too bad that only Ye Zisu thought that way. When Su Sa and the rest heard about Wang Zhengs background, they had lost all interest in him. A top student from the Physics Department, team leader of IG? Whats the use of that? Could that be used to buy pretty things, or to provide them with food? "Dear passengers, we have arrived at the destination of this interster journey, Okimia Space Harbor. Please prepare to leave the spacecraft, and please do not leave behind your personal belongings." Finally, the news of arrival aired in the spacecrafts public announcement system. Dale smiled. "Dear schoolmates, just follow me when we leave the spacecraftter. Ive been to Okimia Space Harbor a few times myself. I am very familiar with it." Very soon, there were service crew members to lead them out of the spacecraft through a special tunnel. When they passed through the ramp that linked Neen and the space boulevard, they could see the outside through the windows. It was a futuristic space harbor. It was full of people, but they were separated in an orderly manner, as if they were queueing. There was not a single sign of mess. From the ramp down the elevator and entering the space harbor itself, everybody stopped in their tracks. They didnt feel it when they saw it from above, but when they were inside, they could see and feel how big the harbor was. The dome ceiling was a transparent gold alloy ss, separating them from space, and when lifted their heads, they could see hundreds of spaceships entering or leaving the port. One by one, the ramps connected with the spaceships, transporting goods and passengers. In front of them was a road lit up by smart signs. Every road was separated by color ording to its use. Washroom, resting room, waiting room, elevators, information counter.... to get to these ces, youd just have to use your Skylink to connect to the service signals, and the lights would guide you to wherever you need to go. It was extremely convenient, and at the same time, it cleverly controlled the human traffic. This was An. "Everybody, follow me. This way." Dale took on the role of chaperone. All through the way, he did not stop talking and bragging, passing his judgment on everything. All the other boys in this group had be spiritless, while the girls were all subdued. Dale used the Skylink to connect to the space harbors servers while exining, "The person whos going to pick us up is already outside. The space harbour does not allow people toe in for pick ups." "Are you sure? Ive seen on An news that you can even drive into the space harbor to pick people up," Song Naina said, blinking her huge eyes quickly. Dale chuckled. "Heh. Those who can get on news are bigshots. That is done for safety reasons. You cant possibly expect other countries leaders or important businessmen to walk out like ordinary men, right?" Dale had barely finished his sentence when three ck maic cars drove towards them from afar. Buzzz..... The soft, buzzing engine sounds made the whole space harbor turn silent. On the front of the grills was the crest of the royal family, indicating the identity of the car. Dales jaw dropped. He opened up his Skylink and made a quick search. "A royal car? Which bigshot are they picking up? Thats not right, theres no news of it on the political news site." Song Naina watched with curiosity. "Could they be picking up an important figure from the business world? Check the business news." "The probability of bumping into some bigshots here is simply too high. Get ready to take pictures!" Dale said excitedly. "Send it to the Skylink chat groupter on and share it with everyone else." An opportunity to put on a false pretense must never be missed. The cars pulled up in front of them. The windows of the frontmost car rolled down. Wang Zheng smiled. He saw very clearly the person sitting by the window. It was Ang, the one who followed Huiyin around everywhere she went. Huiyin had already sent him a message on Skylink. Now that he was in An, she had to y host no matter what. Dale caught sight of Wang Zheng walking towards the car and jumped. Panicked, he tugged at Wang Zheng. "Wang Zheng, dont embarrass yourself. Thats the VIP car of the Anian royal family." Wang Zheng smiled. "Oh, I know that." Dale blinked. Damn it. Keeping quiet the whole time and choosing to act like a bigshot at this time, was he brainless? Dale infuriatedly said, "Dont embarrass the Sr System. The royal family only sends a car when there are important political figures and aristocrats..." "Its not that, I..." "I know you want to chase after a celebrity, but can you not be so crass? Keep it in your pants!" Dale despised Wang Zheng more and more. Ang got out of the vehicle. She was wearing a formal suit, a silver-striped white blouse with a ck skirt that covered up to her knees. A typical outfit of the royal familys service crew. Very imposing. "Mr. Wang Zheng, Miss. Ye Zisu, pleasee on board." Dales mouth opened widely.. this.... Wang Zheng smiled. "Zisu and I have something to do. Well see you in school." The two of them got on the car, leaving behind a group of people staring dumbly. In the car, Ye Zisu couldnt help but giggle. "Big Brother, youve be corrupted by Xiaosu I see." Wang Zheng was betweenughter and tears. "I really didnt do that on purpose. That brother over there chose to pick on me. What can I do?" He couldnt possibly stop others from being cocky. Ang sent Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu directly to the Royal Colleges office of foreign affairs. Given her influence, Wang Zheng and Ye Zisupleted all rted paperwork within the shortest possible time. They imnted Royal College IDs in their Skylinks. These IDs allowed them to make all types of transactions in An. As they walked out of the office, Ang bowed and said, "Your luggage has been delivered to the dormitories. I have other tasks at hand. I shall not disturb you." After finishing her line, Ang turned around sharply to leave the Royal College. But Angs mind was not as sharp as her movements. The two princesses were simply ying with fire. Princess Aina was not her master, and she had no rights to be worried, but she had sworn her life to protect Her Royal Highness Huiyin. This gave her a headache. The dormitories were prepared beforehand. Their locations and the electronic keys had also been imnted into their Skylinks earlier on. They opened up the campus map on Skylink, and a hologram screen extended in the air... Ye Zisu blinked. Looking at the indications on the campus map, the locations of her dormitory and Wang Zhengs.... one in the south and one in the north. If they travelled by legs, even if they ran, it would take at least 15 minutes. Even though it was very well concealed, Ye Zisu could sense that it was deliberately arranged, and she couldnt help but smile. Thinking about it now, when she had just gotten to know Lin Huiyin, Lin Huiyin meant to matchmake her and Wang Zheng. Now it felt like the opposite. "The scenery at the Royal College is pretty good." Ye Zisu blinked. Reminiscing those days was rather... delightful. There was a feeling that he belonged solely to her. "The environments not bad." Wang Zheng nodded. It was full of unique but foreign sights. There were some very odd, enormous nts. Some looked magical, with moving petals in the nts. When someone went near them, they would eject a colorful, fragrant pollen. It was beautiful. The overall architectural styles were also different from Earth and from the main style of buildings in the Sr System. They were mostly spiral, very aesthetically pleasing. The pretty girls here were as lush as the nts. All sorts of beautiful sights flooded their eyes, and there were too many things to look at. If Yan Xiaosu were here, he would be howling about how An was paradise. Chapter 316: Body double Chapter 316: Body double Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Of course, there were also plenty of handsome men. The ever superior gene pool of An made other ces in the Milky Way speechless. It also a guarantee of Ans strengths. And the Royal College was at the top of the pyramid of An. When one arrived at the Royal College, there was only one feeling: this was the world of elites. People whocked confidence would never be able to survive this ce. Wang Zheng sent Ye Zisu to her dorm room and slowly strolled back to his own. He passed by a clear, beautifulke. Clear Water Lake. It had a magical story behind it. It was said that theke was linked to the pce, and a few hundred years ago, during a rebellion that took ce in the Anian pce, the rebels sealed the pce. In the most crucial moment, a princessid a floating lotusntern that contained the records of the rebellion into the stream in the royal pce. Thentern floated downstream, and when it came to Clear Water Lake, a student retrieved it. The news got of the rebellion got out, and an army loyal to the royal family quickly went to their rescue, taking out the rebels. The princess was Fio An, the most renowned, unrivalled queen in the history of An. The rise of the An Empire began with her. Even though schrster proved that the water sources in the pce were not at all linked to Clear Water Lake, the people chose to believe in this legend. Looking at the soft, crystalline ripples in theke, Wang Zheng wondered if Aina had ever set a lotusntern off in the pce. He took in a deep breath. Aina breathed the air here too. This was Ainas hometown. He really felt close to her now. Uncontrobly, Wang Zhengs heart pumped faster and faster. At the dormitory, he swiped and unlocked the electronic lock and entered the room. The room was huge. It was clearly a special arrangement. The fridge was filled with food. A little note was stuck in the center. "I made the heart-shaped biscuits. Remember to eat them. The other cake was made by Huiyin!" It was not signed off, but he was very familiar with the light fragrance. Looking at the note, an image of the adorable and gentle Aina immediately came to Wang Zhengs mind. He really wanted to embrace her. He smiled and took out the food from the refrigerator, and starting wolfing it down. How aromatic! The next day, his Skylink received a notification from the Physics Department. The sses for the exchange program would only officially begin the day after the next. These two days were for them to roam about the Royal College freely for familiarization. They could also attend any ss they liked to get a feel of the atmosphere. All of a sudden, nobody bothered Wang Zheng. Lunchtime. Wang Zheng had walked around the whole morning and was roughly familiar with the Royal College. He called Ye Zisu on the Skylink. "Wanna have lunch together?" On screen, Ye Zisu smiled. "Im at the Royal Colleges School of Mech Design. I think Ill have to grab a bento here for lunch. Your little sister Xiao Shi has yet to appear?" The Royal Colleges School of Mech Design had always been interested in the Wind God mech. Upon hearing that Ye Zisu had arrived at the Royal College, they couldnt wait to get in contact with her to have all sorts of discussions. It has to be said the experts knew it when they saw it. Over here, Ye Zisu could indeed receive a lot of help. "Ahem. Not yet. Her status makes it inconvenient. You go get busy, Ill go eat first," said Wang Zheng. He could tell that Ye Zisu has already gotten into it. "Well, cheer up!" Ye Zisusughter came from the other end. He hung up on the Skylink and had a ravaging meal. The environment here was truly elegant andfortable. But overall, it still had the air of a school campus and was not too different. Wang Zheng looked at the enormous grounds and decided to go to the training fields to have a sense of Ans training arenas. Following the guidance of the campus map, he came to a building with a domineering air. It was in the shape of a sword, and a humongous model of a mech stood at the main doors. It was Ans most well-known primitive mech, Pioneer Generation 1. This was An Royal Colleges mech training grounds. The training grounds were split into two types: a virtual battlefield and a real training field. The Royal College was purportedly one of the top three colleges in the Milky Way, so they naturally had no shortage of real mecha. But using real mecha was not very convenient, and the authority required to activate one was too high-levelled. Most students used the virtual battlefields for training. Unlike other ces, even though it was known as a virtual battlefield, they still used real mecha for training. It was just the environment that was virtual. From the training windows, he could see individual cubicles of training rooms, and the booming sounds of mecha did not stop. The door on every training room was equipped with all-rounded data analytics. The facilities were ratherplete. The training rooms were also divided ording to levels. There were many categories. Low-end mecha, high-end mecha, Anian mecha, and mecha from other systems. They could only enter the rooms based on their level of authorisation. The levels of ess that seniors and outstanding students had were different. This ranking of authority was also part of the An Empires elitist policy. Wang Zheng was an exchange student, and he didnt have results yet. He had the lowest level of ess. But since he wasnt a student from the Mech Department, he couldnt use the training rooms here, just as mech students were not allowed to use the Physics Departmentsboratories as they wished. Everyone in the training fields was training. It seemed like the Mech Department was having sses. He came at a wrong time. It might have been a free training period. There were no instructors around. Wang Zheng shrugged helplessly. He recalled the condition of Ares College and really wanted to take a few of these mecha back with him. Although they also had mock trainings like that, their conditions were extremely badpared to this. They didnt have a choice. The Earth districts military had gradually gone from a dominant role to a supporting role. He was just about to leave when a training rooms doors opened and a head popped out. The person smiled widely upon seeing Wang Zheng. "Hi, friend, could you do me a favor?" the other person said in a fluent Milky Way lingua franca, which was pleasing to the ears. There was a slight Anian ent in it. Wang Zheng looked around and pointed to himself. "Me?" "Yea, theres just the two of us here." The other guy looked around and waved at him frantically. Wang Zheng walked over. That guy seemed anxious. "Brother, please help me. Something urgent cropped up and I need to leave. Could you stay here for me? I will be back in 10 minutes. I will thank you well!" He looked roughly the same age as Wang Zheng and had very strong arms. His anxiousness did not seem like a pretense. "I just have to stay here?" asked Wang Zheng. "Yes, yes. My girlfriend is very mad, I have to go deal with her. Damn it!" He ran off quickly as he finished his sentence, Skylink ringing away non-stop. Wang Zheng couldnt help but shake his head. Was it that tough to skip sses in An? There was an An Empire heavy mech in the cockpit. It was a basic tank type, but still one of those rarer-to-find heavy mecha. The four main basic mecha of the An Empire had essentially been reced by the military. The country was powerful, and the military was well funded. Only a few countries could afford to rece them. But these four mecha types were ssic and were still frequently used for regr training. Ans four basic mecha types were: Metal Guard (tank), Elite Guard (warrior), Assassin Guard (assassin), Agile Guard (sniper). The one before Wang Zhengs eyes was a Metal Guard. As main tank assault type mecha were mostly beast types, the Anian Metal Guard was considered special. The mech was bulky and heavy and had a lower center of gravity. It was ferocious and vigorous, indeed possessing all sorts key elements of a heavy tank mecha. Wang Zheng was excited by the sight of the mech. He was waiting idly anyway. After touching it, he couldnt help but enter the cockpit. Chapter 317: Who was That? Chapter 317: Who was That? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Although it was just a basic mech, he feltfortable andpatible the moment he sat in it. Every pilot had a certain feeling with mecha, and while it cant be said that it would affect their performance, these details could indeed show in their techniques. It was seeking excellence as it is. But basic mecha were simply made to have such qualities, and one could only ept that. It was a pity that Wang Zheng couldnt remember the feeling of operating the Antis Phantom King back then. Or rather, that was not within his capabilities. But at least it proved that he could pilot a mech as long as he used the right methods. "Would you like to resume training?" A pop-up screen entered Wang Zhengs line of vision. Wang Zheng selected "Yes". Training in a heavy mech should be quite interesting. He badly wanted to understand what the training system was like in An. Sigh, there were just so many bothersome things. He was from the Physics Department, and he wanted to think of a way to switch departments. What an headache. It was also rather upsetting that his identity of the Sr Systems IG team leader was not as useful as his achievements in physics. What a fraud! Jin, presumably the name of the person who had just ran out, had been going through mech movement training. At An, fundamentals and techniques were the most esteemed and were treated with the greatest significance. Even though they had the best mecha in the Milky Way, An had always carried on the creeds of nurturing outstanding pilots. Only a good pilot could unleash the potential of a good mech. Blindly going after mech technology was putting the cart before the horse. Regardless, men were the main body. Wang Zheng watched the training demo with a glimmer of excitement in his eyes. Even a heavy mech had to undergo movement training of such difficulty? Among the different types of mecha, heavy mech were mainly used to suppress the enemy using firepower and unyielding attacks. Things like movement were not important. What was most important was being unafraid of death. But at An, this was not the case. The training of movement in different terrains and training to dodge attacks were split into many levels ording to its difficulty. Furthermore, the training was rather well targeted, even analyzing the opponents status. Looking at the long list of training types, the quality of the warrior nurtured would be truly great if the entire set was mastered. This goes to show that it wasnt just the hardware that was great, their software was even better. Their strength and power did not ur by chance. It was umted bit by bit. The rise of the Sr System could not be rushed. Good preparation was the key to sess. But again, taking their time wouldnt work either. Perhaps theyd need something exciting to heat up the atmosphere of change. It was not Wang Zhengs ce to worry about these things. He was very quickly attracted by the training. The operation of the Metal Guard was easy. Most of the basic mecha types had simple systems of operations, but it was difficult to use them well. While it was a virtual battle simtion, the mech was real. The level of difficulty in operation would reflect entirely on the pilot. But to Wang Zheng, it was just a matter of taking a bit more time to adjust the muscle memory on strength. Even though it was a heavy mech, it was very flexible in that there wasrge room for movement, giving the pilot more than enough room to disy his qualities. This was the unique characteristic of Anian mecha. The functions of a mech would not limit a pilots disy of skills. Even the basic models did that so well. Student Wang was indeed a little envious and jealous about all of that, but when he thought about it, this was Ainas country, and so he let it slide. It was evident that sometimes, even men couldnt be trusted when it came to time. The proimed ten minutes had long passed, and Wang Zheng hadpleted two training sessions. It was truly quite difficult. After two training sessions, he had broke out in sweat. Given Wang Zhengs current physical strength and status, it was rather rare. "Training Complete. Congrattions, Student Jin." Wang Zheng stared nkly. The screen had turned dark... Damn, the guy had only asked him to stay here and keep watch, why did he do other peoples work? Now the screen had turned off automatically. He looked at the time, and half an hour had gone by. F*ck... His bad habit had recurred. He couldnt help himself whenever he saw mech. If all else failed, run! Wang Zheng saw that there was nobody outside and disappeared in an instant. Phew. Jin also ran for his life. It was just a pity he couldnt fly. When girls got mad, it was quite a headache. They werepletely unreasonable. He was in ss! This was just testing the limits. He hoped that Old Ghost had not returned. If Old Ghost found out that he had left his post during training, the consequences would be dire. God bless him! Jin burst through the main gate and dashed towards his training room. He made a turn and froze. Damn, what international affair was that!? A group of people was crowding outside his training room, ..... with Old Ghost. This was definitely the time to run away. Thats right, turn back and find a wall to run into and then say he had gone to the medical center. He was just about to leave when someone tapped him on the shoulder. "Ah, Jin, what are you doing here? The teacher is looking for you, go quickly!" Jin smiled. He looked horrible. Even though Old Ghost treated him quite well, this was something serious. What Old Ghost hated most was people leaving their posts. At the Royal College, it was a must to respect your teachers and elders. It was not just a tradition. The teachers held the immense powers of rmendation. That was, anybody who wanted to join the Royal Guard and military had to be rmended by a teacher. Only the cream of the crop could join. "Jin, youre doomed. Old Ghost has been in there for ten minutes and hes still not out yet." One of his friends teased. "Lannykins, not erupting in the silence means that you have been destroyed in silence. Congrattions to you, youre finally destroyed." The crowdughed. Everybody had skipped sses before, but most teachers and instructors were not so rigid, and Old Ghost was definitely an exception. He was super rigid and old-fashioned. Results were important, but he also had particrly high expectations in discipline. For that reason, everybody was especially careful when in Old Ghosts ss. Even if he wasnt around, nobody dared to leave their posts. Jin was definitely testing Old Ghosts limits. Jin felt like apletely deted ball. Why was he in such a pitiful plight? This was basically putting a gun in his own mouth. Sigh, women were nothing but trouble. Bam bam bam... No response from the inside. Seemed like Old Ghost was angrier than he imagined. Hes doomed for. Mustering up his courage, Jin knocked again. The door burst open. The bystanders all took a step back, distancing themselves from Jin. A fire in the city gates should not bring cmity upon the fish in moats. Old Ghost looked very serious. The atmosphere was suppressed to a certain point, and Jin clenched his teeth and said, "Professor, Ive done wrong... I..." Resisting would definitely be dealt with strictly, and being honest was the only way to get out of here alive. Old Ghost interrupted Jin, sizing Jin up with an odd expression on his face. "Was it you or not?" Everybody was confused by Old Ghosts bewilderment. Old Ghost had always been swift and decisive. What was wrong with him today? "Professor, Ive done wrong. I should not have slipped out during training," said Jin. Old Ghost waved his hand. "Im not asking you about that. Did youplete basic training A?" The students broke out into discussion. The level of difficulty of basic training A was extremely high. It involved all types of movement tests, and it was difficult even if they used a more agile mech, let alone the Metal Guard. Everybody knew that Jin was trying to break through this level, but they were not optimistic about it. Jin stared nkly, scratched his head, and said, "Ive got two more important levels, very tricky, cant finish them at all." "So whopleted them for you?" Old Ghost asked, pointing to the darkened screen. This was what happened when training waspleted. Jins jaw dropped lower and lower. What the heck happened? He dashed up immediately. Oh, heck, it was reallyplete. He had been trying for a month now and had never seeded once. What the heck was going on? Numb nuts. Old Ghost was stunned too. "It really wasnt you?" "Not me. My girlfriend wanted to break up with me, so I had no choice but to go out... Oh, there was someone here just now, so I got him to stay in for me for a short while. About half an hour...." Jin was stupefied. "Could it be..." "Impossible. Completing the two most difficult levels in half an hour? Could it be Oz or Aurora stirring trouble?" Jin mumbled. It was possible for them toplete it, but they were not heavy mech pilots, and they shouldnt be interested in this. "They have are apanying the Princess Her Royal Highness out on a visit and have not returned!" Old Ghost shook his head. "What did he look like?" Jin was stumped. He scratched his head and said, "I cant remember.. I think.. very ordinary. Not Anian." Old Ghost stared. There were plenty of students who were not from the An Empire at the Royal College. Where were they going to find him! "The next time you see him, youd better ask about it!" Jin wiped his sweat. He didnt expect for things to end just like that. He thought that hed be skinned even if he didnt die. "You take a good look at the training rey!" Old Ghost tossed a sentence at him. Jin and friends rushed in right away. He scanned his Skylink and reactivated the rey. And the whole house fellpletely silent.... What the hell was going on... Student Wang was already strolling worry-free on the roads of An. It wasfortable having worked out a little. It seemed like he had better find a way to get into the Mech Department quickly. The atmosphere at An was really great. Itd be even better if he could exchange a few pointers with others. Jin crawled into the cockpit and watched the rey. Who was that, really? Who was so powerful? It was very difficult to move using a Metal Guard. Could it really have been... that nerdy-looking guy? Jin really couldnt remember what the other person looked like. He only felt that he had aforting smile, or how would you put it, very trustworthy. The rey began. The Metal Guard was rather stiff at first, and it was clear that the person inside was familiarizing with the operations of this type of mech. Jin was a pilot specializing in heavy mech, and his understanding of heavy mech was one of the best in the Royal College. Otherwise, Old Ghost wouldnt value him so highly. By the looks of the operations, this person was not a heavy mech pilot. But soon, Jins jaw dropped. On the screen, the Metal Guard was making dodging movements as if he was chasing after butterflies. It was hard to imagine what sort of pilot was sitting in there. Dodging the thunderstorm district, making judgments and impressive pre-judgements. For heavy mech, avoiding and dodging required one to pre-judge the situation, and on top of that, eyes, hands, and muscle responses had to be quick. This person was way too fast! The guys pre-judgement timing was one full second faster than his! This was simply impossible. At this level, making a judgement one second faster was against thews of nature. No wonder Old Ghost was so shocked. Damn. This person must have had some sort of special technique. He would be even better if he could master this technique! Jin felt his heart burn. What a pity. He had missed such a great opportunity because of his girlfriend. He really didnt understand women sometimes. Men liked mecha and not other girls, what was there to be jealous of? Chapter 318: Two Girls Chapter 318: Two Girls Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Jin, whats wrong? You seem distracted," Jins buddy, Han Yu, said, chuckling on their way back. Han Yu was from the School of Commanding, and both of them were low-profile Anians, buddies who grew up together. "Dont talk about it. I met a freak today who passed all my basic training A tests using the Metal Guard." "Basic Training A? That isnt easy." Han Yu didnt know how to respond. While it was difficult, passing it was no big deal. Jin was making a fuss out of it. Jin didnt say anything else. His mind was filled with the scenes of the mech moving. It looked as if there was some sort of pattern, and yet he couldnt find any. It was so weird. It was not that Jin couldnt get past basic training A, but the education system of the An Empire was not about passing for the sake of passing, but for individuals to find their own way and obtain a perfect method they were confident in to pass the test repeatedly. Completing it solely for the sake of it was ying a game and not training. Steady. It was clearly messy, and yet it felt methodological. Was he hallucinating? If Wang Zheng knew how Jin thought, he would certainly give him hispliments. This was the Plum Blossom Steps exercise that could only be mastered with monstrous amounts of training. Once mastered, it was simply abination of thousands of methods into one. Thinking back, Wang Zheng was truly grateful for Boneheads torture during that period of time. To be frank, if not for such training, he would never be able topare to the opponents out there. Of course, Wang Zheng had to have the determination and the ability toprehend it as well. Not just anybody could persevere and pull through that sort of training. Ye Zisu had already met up with Huiyin. This grouping had surprised Wang Zheng. Then again, he couldnt possibly know. Girls always had their own little secrets. Huiyin and Ye Zisu did not actually have any sort of conflict between each other. On the contrary, they cherished each other. Huiyin felt that Ye Zisu could understand her music, and not because of her identity or whatever. "Sister Zisu, hows An so far?" Huiyin smiled. Even though people knew Huiyins identity, they were polite and behaved in an orderly fashion at the Royal College; they would not crowd around to watch and would give the royal family freedom. Surely it was also because they had gotten used to it. This was their honor and glory. "This is a beautiful and powerful country. Everyone here is full of confidence, but not arrogant," Ye Zisu said, sipping her fruit juice. Ye Zisusments were honest and fair. This was a very powerful country, but you would not feel its overbearingness. It was also due the policies of the country. This is an elite empire, but they weed elites of all countries to join them. It was a multiethnic society. "There are many fun ces to go to on An. We have all the time in the world to enjoy. My sister will be back soon, Ill get her to treat you when shes back." Huiyin blinked. "How are things between you and Wang Zheng?" Huiyin knew what was going on, and she had even tried to matchmake the two. But now, she had changed her mind. Even if the others werent on Ainas side, she would still help her cousin. If she didnt show her support, she was afraid there would be no one to support her. Moreover, Wang Zheng was a pretty decent person. He seemed like a responsible man. Ye Zisu did not feel awkward. She smiled and said, "Wang Zheng, Yan Xiaosu, and I have be sworn siblings. Wang Zheng is the eldest brother, and I am the youngest sister. Thats that. In terms of stands, I support that." Lin Huiyin was stunned for a moment. She put her hand out. "Id like you thank you on behalf of my sister." Ye Zisu shook her head. "We can only be supportive, but how it turns out in future still depends on their own hard work." "Dont worry, the thin stream flows endlessly. My cousin is very resourceful." Lin Huiyin blinked craftily. "Enough about them. Its not as if theres nothing else to talk about other than the two of them. An has nock of handsome men. Let me introduce you to one sometime." Ye Zisu was betweenughter and tears. She sized Huiyin from head to toe. "I couldnt tell that Your Highness enjoys gossiping this much. Dont tell me you n to start a matchmaking agency in the future." What a little imp. Lin Huiyin giggled. "It does seem fun. Oh, let me show you my recording room." "Oh, it just so happens that I have gotten new inspiration." "Really? Thats great!" When it came to music, Huiyin went back to being a happy, lively little princess and stopped acting like an adult. She held Zisus hands, and the two beauties, one tall and one small, hurriedly left the caf. After the two of them were gone, everybody couldnt help but discuss who that girl was. How was she so close to the Princess Her Royal Highness? Huiyins recording studio was gorgeous. She introduced all sorts of ssic brands to Ye Zisu, but to an outsider, it didnt have much of a meaning. For a professional singer though, equipment like that was stunning. Just the studio itself had an astronomical cost. It had begun as Huiyins little hobby. She was suddenly inspired to sing onlyter. Compared to thoseplicated affairs in politics, music was Huiyins peaceful harbor. "Sister Zisu, what new ideas do you have?" Lin Huiyin could not wait. Ye Zisu took out the scores she had roughly written. She had sung without any background music. Huiyin excitedly took it over and inserted the device into the equipment. She wanted to know what sort of new ideas Ye Zisu had. Ye Zisu felt a little embarrassed. "I sang it on a whim." Just by the sound quality alone, it was clear that Ye Zisus ability to sing was nowhere near Huiyins, but what was more important was the content. What Huiyin liked most was Ye Zisus ability to express emotions. And for a girl who liked art, this was the greatest form of expression! This was also the reason why Huiyin got close to Ye Zisu. Ye Zisus voice came out of the stereo. Huiyin listened quietly. She didnt say a word even after the entire song finished ying. "How is it?" Ye Zisu asked. Huiyin frowned a little. "This is a motivational song. The lyrics and the melodies are great, but I feel that its missing something. Let me try." Huiyin had astonishing abilities. She had only heard it once, but she could actually grasp the lyrics and the melody. As for the parts in high keys, Huiyin sang them naturally and with ease. "How is it?" "Very nice, much nicer than me. But its like its short of something." "Do you feel that itcks emotion?" Ye Zisu asked suddenly. "This song has strong motivational strengths, but we didnt grasp it well." Lin Huiyin nodded. The voice was good, but sometimes, a scenario was required to wake up something soulful in the voice. Although Ye Zisus voice was not professionally trained, she had performed that little love song very well. The key was putting her emotions into it. But this was not written for herself. It was for Wang Zheng. "I have an idea. Get Big Brother here, let him give it a go!" Ye Zisu suddenly said. Lin Huiyin cocked her tiny head. "Him? Can he even sing?" Student Wang was transported here out of the blue. The way Ang looked at him was never proper. It was as if he would lead the Princess astray any time. Upon seeing Wang Zheng, Huiyin skipped and bounced over, holding his hand. "Come quickly, Ive got something for you to do." Ang looked coldly at them. The Princess Her Royal Highness was behaving too openly. Ye Zisu was fine, but no matter what, Wang Zheng was still a man. Chapter 319: Boundless Seas and Skies Chapter 319: Boundless Seas and Skies Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Ang, wait outside. Dont let anyone else disturb us." "You Highness... I should...." "Hurry up!" Lin Huiyin had no time to chitchat. "Theres a song that needs a male voice. You sing it for us." Wang Zhengs face turned dark upon hearing that. "Ahem. I cant sing!" "Why?" "The moment I sing, youll all have to be admitted to the hospital." Wang Zheng shrugged helplessly, looking at Ang. He really wish Ang would take him away right this instant. But for some reason, Ang felt really good seeing Wang Zheng that way. "Your Highness, please take your time. I will stand guard outside," Ang said, smiling. Even hisst hope had left him! Wang Zheng was full of regrets. He had delivered himself to the chopping block! "I have to make a disimer. I really cant sing. If you dont believe me, ask Zisu." Ye Zisu smiled, not saying a word. "Coward. Its just singing a song. Whats there to be afraid of? Ill sing it for you. It wasposed by Sister Zisu. I think a male voice would do better. You have to cooperate." Wang Zheng waved dismissively. "Ive already said it. Donte to me if you feel traumatized." Ye Zisu couldnt hold herughter. Wang Zheng seldom sang indeed, but it wasnt that bad. Huiyin began singing. Ive wondered if I was walking in a desert... There was never an ending, whatever dream I was trapped in... Id just spread my wings when the winds stopped blowing... Im used to scarring, could that be my only harvest... But thankfully, I havent once looked back... At first, Wang Zheng didnt have much of a reaction. But as he listened, he couldnt help but think of all the things hed been through. He had indeed doubted himself countless times; whether he could really be a mech warrior, if he should change industries and not enroll himself into military school, but instead get a job and live a quiet life. But he didnt. Living his dream was something he was addicted to, and giving up on it was like giving up on life. And I finally found an oasis... Every drop of perspiration dignified my being... Walking out of sorrow, I saw a whole new world before me... Boundless seas and skies lie before my bravery... Break the lock on fate... the cold and indifferent Thank you for having belittled me... I stand tall and live life fully... Wang Zheng couldnt help but be deeply engrossed in the lyrics. It was as if it was talking about him. There was a certain type of singing that could awaken the soul. "How is it? Give it a shot?" Lin Huiyin performed it perfectly. Wang Zheng was clearly still savoring it. He was not sensitive to music, but when a song touched his heart, it was apletely different story. "Let me listen to it a few more times." Wang Zheng put on the headphones and quietly listened to Ye Zisus version. The voice was not as nice as Huiyins, but the message was stronger. It was as if the song was about him. Ive wondered if I was walking in a desert... The moment Wang Zheng opened his mouth, his deep voice changed the feeling of the entire song. ...... Every perspiration dignified my being... Walking out of sorrow, I saw a whole new world before me... Boundless seas and skies lie before my bravery... Break the lock on fate... Lin Huiyin and Ye Zisu were stumped. They finally understood what the problem was. Given their experiences, they would never be able to bring out that feeling. Only Wang Zheng knew what all of this was about. Courage! Fate! Piercing through all resistance! Wang Zhengs singing voice seemed to be describing himself and telling himself that all of it was right! It was dawn outside the windows. After a whole night of insomnia I see the sun peek up from amidst the clouds The sunset lies low, the sunrise stands out It will be bright as long as there is light Boundless seas and skies lie beyond the thunderstorm... Ye Zisu cried. She was the only one who knew how tough the person who had run so wildly in the storm was, achieving what he had today step by step. I turn around to smile at the old sorrows The person who knows me best Thank you for silently apanying me on the journey Giving me a good story to tell Seeing the future arriving a step at a time Wang Zheng turned around and looked at Ye Zisu quietly. As well as Yan Xiaosu and Xie Yuxin on the faraway Earth. Thank you for silently apanying me. Lin Huiyins eyes were red. So this is the way it should be. This was the soul and the power that they wanted to convey. "Liar!" Lin Huiyin said, looking at Wang Zheng. "Big, fat liar!" Wang Zheng stared nkly and scratched his head. "Ah, its not my problem if I didnt sing it well. You forced me to." "Are you dumb, Big Brother? Huiyin is saying that you sang very well." Lin Huiyin shrugged helplessly. Dumb goose. She really didnt understand what her cousin saw in him. "Whats the title of this song?" asked Lin Huiyin. Ye Zisu smiled, "Why dont you name it, Big Brother?" Naming things was not Wang Zhengs forte, but this one came easy. "What about Boundless Seas and Skies?" "Thats it!" Huiyin Her Royal Highness could feel it. She was the little devil of the world of music! As Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu were making their way to An, Yan Xiaosu did not idle around. He was working hard in looking for a new girlfriend. He did get to know quite a few girls, some he found on his own and some introduced by others. They were all very pretty, and some were witty. But all of them were missing that magical spark. It was better to have nothing than to settle for less. Yan Xiaosu realised that he had matured a little. Not every pretty girl could "agitate" him. It was just like the old saying. Going through a failed rtionship was the shortcut to men growing up. Now Yan Xiaosu put most of his energy into KING Universal Space Tech Corporation. Wang Zheng had let him takeplete charge. In Wang Zhengs original words, so what if the resultse out bad? Will you die? Since you wont, at the very most, start all over again. We can still afford to make losses in this little thing. Thepetition from Margate and CT was getting tighter these days. Not only did they pressurise KING Corporation, they hadunched attacks on Little Fortune Star and OMG. Because of all the positivements on the Wind God, the rise of OMG in the Sr System was a fixed oue. But the Wind God was currently still in its experimental stages. Positivements were one thing. They couldnt be directly converted into a practical and steady source of ie. Under such circumstances, and under the influence of the two financial giants, Magate and CT, manypanies that wanted to order mecha from OMG had paused their coboration ns. And for Little Fortune Star, the problem they faced was more direct. Margate had directly pumped in money to support many of Little Fortune Stars business rivals, investing inrge numbers of advertisements and usingrge numbers of free events, snatching Little Fortune Stars customers away. But as long as it waspetition, regardless of whether it was legitimate or not, the Yan Family would never back down. Little Fortune Star was able to expand because it had been through many storms. In this industry, pumping in money was just one aspect. The key to Little Fortune Stars sess was the importance they ced on the customer service experience. You want to battle? Bring it on. But that being the case, their funds and energy were all put into it, and the level of support they had for the KING project grew smaller and smaller. Eventually, OMG felt that it was difficult to support the project on its own. Yan Xiaosu had managed to get unconditioned funding from the FLC Group, and it was temporarily kept under wraps because Yan Xiaosu himself was not a hundred percent confident of it. The other party came to hispany themselves, and even proactively looked for him. This had made him feel ridiculous, and at one point, he suspected they were scammers. But the other party had provided evidence to prove their identity. However, before the money from FLC Group entered their ounts, everything was just empty talks. The contracts were signed, but it was just an indication of their intention to coborate. Thats why the cooperation with FLC Group was still kept confidential up till now, and Yan Xiaosu had yet to give up on ns to look for new partners. Student Rich Man Su, who dreamed of bing the number one richest man in the universe, believed that the more money he had, the merrier. The annual Sr System Business Association Summit would be taking ce on Earths Beijing this time around. This was an extremely important trade meeting, and the government of the Sr System Federation would also be taking part and providing strategic support. The orders made through the trading summit would receive a certain amount of tax exemption from the Sr System Federation. Although the percentage did not seem high, if the amount was huge, it would still be an extremely bountiful profit. Tens of thousands of businesses from the Milky Way would be attending the summit, and they would either purchase goods from the Sr System Federation or put up their own disys to attract buyers from the Sr System. "Xiaosu, have you really made up your mind?" Ye Bingwen sized Yan Xiaosu up. The younger generation would surpass the old, and this act took plenty of courage. He had actually taken the initiative to ask to be in charge of the business negotiations. "Uncle Ye, dont worry, I dont fight in battles Im not confident in." Yan Xiaosu was very sure of himself. Ye Bingwen smiled. Having courage was enough to fight in battles one was confident in. However, the business world was unpredictable. Who dared say they had a hundred percent chance of winning? But when it came to Yan Xiaosu, Ye Bingwen trusted him very much. It was not just because of his daughters influence. During the financial crisis that almost risked the Wind God from being taken off the market, Ye Bingwen saw and remembered Yan Xiaosu and Little Fortune Star Companys support for OMG, even though he did not talk about it. Moreover, it would be good to let young people umte new experiences. Old Yan was stunned. He saw his son grow and mature before his eyes, and he felt pleased inside. But he did not think that Ye Bingwen would let Yan Xiaosu take charge of such a huge project. "Old Yan, this is your son, you should give him a vote of confidence." Ye Bingwen chuckled. Old Yan shook his head. "Im worried that it wouldnt be good if you got nervous at such a huge setting." Yan Xiaosu smiled. "Uncle Ye, Pops, dont worry. I am pretty confident in this aspect." Yan Xiaosu had erased the word "nervous" from his dictionary long ago. Boss Wang Zheng had be IG team leader and was not far from his dreams. He could not fall behind so much. He had to march towards his dreams as well. Old Yan smiled and didnt oppose him any further. This was also a good thing for Yan Xiaosu. Representing KING Corporation was a pretty great experience for Yan Xiaosu to have. The preparations for the Sr System Business Summit had begun six months ago. The requirements for this summit were not stringent. Anypany that had been registered in the Milky Way Alliance and had funds of a billion Milky Way dors could sign up and participate. Businessmen from some faraway areas in the Milky Way had set out on their journeys to the Sr System some three months ago. Of course, they did not make a direct trip, but meandered along the way, making interster trades. Arge number of cargo ships had gathered in the Sr System. A prosperous scene like that had not been seen in the Sr System for a very, very long time now. Only now did people feel that the Sr System had indeed risen high and above economically. "Energy Crystals from the Moyun Star. Effectively raises the conductivity of quality alloy superconductors, priced at ten thousand....." "Super hard wood from Ruishi Star, priced at a 150,000 dors...." Unique goods from everywhere had started a wave of advertising on Earth. The summit would take ce over three consecutive days. During these three days, all major businesses could disy their products at their stands, or look for partnership opportunities at other stands. Of course, foreign disys only made up a small part. The key yers of this business summit were still the major businesses of the Sr System. Chapter 320: The Business World is a Battlefield Chapter 320: The Business World is a Battlefield Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The disy stand of KING Universal Space Tech Corporation was set in the main conference hall. The organizers from the Sr System had given this new and rising high-tech firm a key position when it came to publicity. As a top physicist who was willing to stay in the Sr System and contribute to the Sr System, Xiao Fei was able to ask for that little something from the officials. Many businesses came and made enquiries. The whole Milky Way was very concerned with this project. They had umted enough in theory, and what was left was to turn this theory into a more practical and usable "product". To put it simply, theories were equivalents of hardware in aputer, like the processing chips and motherboards. Meanwhile, practical, usable products, were software like the operating system and applications. Without theory, there would be no use, and without the software, the theories were worthless. At the disy stand, Yan Xiaosu exined KING Corp.s philosophy non-stop to the inquiringpanies while seeking partnerships. But there was a lot of talk and no action. Their concern was one thing, but when it came to money, everybody smiled and made excuses. It was rumoured in the business world that the two financial giants, CT and Margate, hadid eyes on the executive rights of KING. Nobody knew what steps they had taken exactly, but these giants always got what they wanted, and offending them for a little bit of profit was unwarranted. But some of those who had ideas and dared to make an investment also shook their heads and left upon probing further into the conditions. How was it logical to ask people to invest but refusing to give them real shares, and only allowing them to receive a certain percentage of profits from a particr aspect of the project? What if the project failed? What they saw in the project was not the software, but the theoretical "hardware"! Everybody knew that putting theories to practical use required countless trials, and they may undergo countless failures. There were only so few chances of sess. It was evident that the two giants hadid a trap right from the beginning. Now KING was in the hands of CT and Margate. Yan Xiaosu was in charge of the whole thing. The entire morning had passed very quickly. For lunch, the organizers of the summit had booked the dining halls of a few luxury hotels nearby to allow their friends who hade from faraway ces feel like home. Yan Xiaosu had his lunch in the dining hall of the Orwell Hotel, the hotel nearest to the summit venue. He was thirsty from talking the entire morning. Yan Xiaosu asked for arge cup of c with extra ice. Because this dining hall was closest to the summit, the hall filled up very quickly. Even then, people continued to stream in. "Oh, brother! Why are there so many people?" Yan Xiaosu had just sat down when he heard a shrill voice pierce through the air. Yan Xiaosus face froze. He turned around. Thats right. It wasnt anyone else but An Meis outrageous mother. Beside her was a smiling young man who looked at the very most 25 or 26 years old. He heard the young man speak. "Heh. Aunty, sorry you have to go through this. The main point ofing here is not to dine, but to do business." "You have to have space even if its doing business. Theres not even a single seat.... Eh? Ha. The one person who doesnt deserve a seat has gotten a seat." She had caught sight of Yan Xiaosu. Mother Ans tongue was as vicious as always "Oh? And whos that?" "Heh. You may have heard from An Mei. Its the young master of Little Fortune Star." "Little Fortune Star?" "Oh, I forgot that you just returned from Arbiter. Its nothing. They produce tissue paper." Mother An was all smiley. The young man with her was Zuo Zongyun. His family was in the gemstones industry, and they had business all over the Milky Way. They even had a branch in An. The Anian style jewelry in the Sr System pretty much all came from Zuo Family Jewels. They were rather influential. Most importantly, the gemstone business alone sounded ssy. Plus, the man fell in love with her daughter at first sight. That is An Meis ex-boyfriend? Zuo Zongyun smirked and walked to Yan Xiaosus seat. Zuo Zongyun put his hand out. "Hi, just wanted to get to know you. Zuo Zongyun. Ive juste back from Arbiter. Youre Yan Xiaosu, arent you? Ive heard about you from An Mei." "Zongyun, whats there to get to know this person for?" Mother An was furious at the Yan family for many reasons. She felt that she was fortunate to have raised some conditions back then, or her daughter would have been tricked and cheated. What KING Corporation? Their funds had long been sealed by CT and Margate. If that went on, they would go bankrupt sooner orter. But An Mei was clearly still angry with her, and she didnt even attend this summit with Zuo Zongyun. Zuo Zongyun was definitely the perfect son-inw in her eyes. Thats why when she saw Yan Xiaosu here, Mother An was full of tens of thousands ofints and snarls inside. Yan Xiaosu was very generous. He didnt feel much. It was weird, but that was all. "Hi." Yan Xiaosu had nothing to say to Mother An, so he had automatically filtered the things she said. Just then, Heaton and Elise walked in and directly headed towards Yan Xiaosu. Following right behind them were Ye Bingwen and Old Yan. "Yan Xiaosu, please convey our message to yourrgest shareholder that this is thest chance. After today, we will be filing for arbitration at the court. Needless to say, you should all be aware that given KINGs present situation, there is only one way out. Let us continue to inject more funds, and at the same time, increase our shares. Moreover, given the mess KING is in, we could send professionals to take over the executive rights of thepany during arbitration," Elise said coldly. Upon hearing that, Mother An, who was standing at the side, scoffed. "Heh. Retribution. Dont put on airs when you have no real capabilities." Zuo Zongyun also smiled and shook his head. He had wanted to stir trouble, but it seemed like there was no need for him to anymore. Given Margate and CTs sphere of influence, it was a dead end even if there were a hundred Yan Xiaosus. Yan Xiaosu smiled coolly. "I am sorry. Forget about having your message conveyed. His stance is very clear. Anything that has to do with rights and shares are not on the table. I think we have nothing more to say to one another." Heaton squinted his eyes. "Yan Xiaosu, you shouldnt shoot your mouth off. Are you sure you can speak for him? Im cautioning you. Going to the arbitration court would be disadvantageous to you in many ways." Yan Xiaosu frowned a little. Indeed, CT and Margate had much more experience with arbitration court than them. Plus, the two giants must have made very ample preparations. Sending them a diplomatic note now meant that they were a hundred percent confident in winning the arbitrationwsuit. "As long as we continue to have funds, the court would not entertain your arbitration request," Yan Xiaosu replied coldly. Zuo Zongyun snorted. He was amused by Yan Xiaosus joke. Apart from them, the others surrounding them smiled too. It was clear that Heaton and Elise were doing this deliberately, choosing such a setting to send out a diplomatic note. They wanted to attack their opponents mentally. Elise grinned. "Who do you think can provide you with funds?" "Dont forget the contract we signed. The terms and conditions stated very clearly that there are very stringent requirements for new funding..." Heaton recounted the old books and had sets and sets of arguments. "Of course, you can choose to execute the stock options. We are willing to fork out the money to buy all your shares. That would be a hefty amount of ie for you too." The stock options were signed by the funding parties and the research parties, but the decisionid in Wang Zhengs hands. Of course, they couldnt execute the contract right now. They had some chances of winning the arbitration. But if they chose to do this, even if they made a bit of money out of it, they would be offering all their hard work and efforts with both hands to these unscrupulous businessmen. "Heh. Seems like KING is about to change hands." "Yes. Its just nice that Xiao Fei is not around. Letting this fake adult kid talk to these two wily old foxes, they must have given up." Tongues were wagging, and voices like that were heard everywhere. A few representatives of bigpanies who had expressed interest in investing also frowned and exchanged messages. "CT and Margate are working very closely together this time. They have sworn to get it..." "Making an announcement in such a setting is very obvious that they are trying to shock people like us who have the capabilities of fighting with them." "Why? Are you still interested?" "Forget it. There are many other profitable projects. Why try to steal food from a tigers mouth?" "OMG and Little Fortune Star are going to be implicated. If this goes on.... Its still alright for OMG with the Wind God to hold up the fort, but Little Fortune Star may go bankrupt." Yan Xiaosu pursed his lips. He was calm. But Father Yan and Ye Bingwen started looking nervous. Negotiations were not held this way. The other party was powerful, so they shouldve been more tactful instead of doing things the way Yan Xiaosu did, rejecting them right away. Doing that without sufficient backing was giving the other party reasons to wage a war! Chapter 321: The Young Surpasses the Old Chapter 321: The Young Surpasses the Old Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "My words still stand. Anything that has to do with rights or shares are not on the table. If you want to talk, lets talk about the rest of the funds you promised." Yan Xiaosu remained smiley. He raised his arms and looked at a message disyed on the Skylink that silently slid past his eyes. Faced with Yan Xiaosus strong rejections, Heaton and Elise were shocked for a moment, and then they grinned coldly. It was clear that victory was in their hands. A dumb kid who hadnt even gone through puberty yet was trying to y tough in front of them here. ssic ignorant fool. Ye Bingwen was considered a veteran. While Earth was a small ce, behaving with no sense of propriety was uncalled for. This was pretty much the legendary saying where one broke the vat and fell in it too. Fighting head on was clearly advantageous to the twopanies. The trap on the contract had been set up long ago. Regardless, they would be able to get hold of KINGs executive rights. Only then could they guarantee the openness of KINGs space technology and advance their profits sufficiently. As for subsequent development, as long as they had enough funds, there was no need to worry about not being able to get capable scientists. The theories were formed. For the other things, Xiao Fei and her gang were not so important. "Youre the new in-charge of KING? Yan Xiaosu, is that right? Let me remind you one more time. Mind your identity. Youre just a kid ying games. You have to pay for the consequences of every word you say." Elise said coldly,pletely disregarding Yan Xiaosu. Frankly speaking, he didnt want to bring it to the arbitration court until the veryst moment. What he wanted was the executive rights. If Xiao Fei and her team could stay, that would be best. That way, they could bring about profit quicker. This would affect his advancement in Margate Interster Airways. If they fought awsuit, they would waste a few years time. Although the results would be the same, earlier was surely better. Yan Xiaosus expressions remained calm. He coolly said, "The initial cooperation terms had already clearly stated that you are only investors. And let me make it clear. Dont feel as if you have made too much of an investment. This project will carry on and you will get even higher returns. You want executive rights? Two words: no way. If youre unwilling, there are plenty of people who want to join in." Elises expression turned ck and he threatened, "Looks like you dont want to talk anymore. Then let us wait and go to arbitration court. I guess theres no need for my reminder; you should all be very well aware that given your present situation, going to court would only mean losing everything." Yan Xiaosu smiled, but the look in his eyes remained steady. "Suit yourselves then." Elise and Heaton could both see from Yan Xiaosus eyes that he was being serious and had no ns to negotiate with them. A look of evil shed in Elises eyes. Anything that stood in his way would be destroyedpletely. Heaton, on the other hand, looked haughty. He couldnt be bothered to look at Yan Xiaosu anymore. His cold nce fell directly on Old Yan and Ye Bingwen. The young one didnt know what was for his own good, but were the old ones equally ignorant? The look on Ye Bingwens face slightly turned, but he kept himself steady. His instincts told him that Yan Xiaosu was not an empty-headed youth who was ignorant, but there was something off about this. The probability of winning against these duopolies was too low. Elise scoffed. "Seems like some people are just too stubborn. They wouldnt give up until theyre on their deathbeds and simply insist on losing everything. By then, it would be toote even if they begged." The few of them had no intention of avoiding being heard. Everyone around them heard their words very clearly. Especially Mother An and Zuo Zongyun, who were standing closest. Moreover, Mother An had been eavesdropping intently. Elise and Heaton had been in the Sr System for a very long time, and they had both been exclusively interviewed by Sr Systems financial news magazine. They were one of a kind celebrities in the financial world. Mother An, who was well versed in such things, naturally knew them. Hearing Elise and Heaton threaten Yan Xiaosu, Mother An felt as if there were a thousand butterflies fluttering and dancing in her heart. "Tsk tsk tsk. What did I say again? Country bumpkins are country bumpkins. Striking it rich by sheer luck and simply a parvenu. Fancy trying to woo our An Mei with that kind of conduct. Look into a mirror, wont you?" Clearly Mother Ans tongue was the type that wouldnt stop wagging. She said everything that was on her mind, whether it was something nasty or not, and she wanted to say it out loud to the crowd the very first second. She, who proimed herself as a rich mans wife, was, in fact, just a typical trumpet. Zuo Zongyun smiled coolly and walked towards Elise and Heaton. He bowed and said, "Uncle Elise, Uncle Heaton, nice to meet you. Heh. Why make yourselves upset over some nobody?" "Oh, I remember you, youre....." Heaton looked coldly at Zuo Zongyun. "Im Young Zuo of the Zuo Family Jewels. I was honored to be at Uncle Heatons dinner party." "Heh. So its you. Why? Youvee back to develop here?" Mother An gleamed. The son-inw that caught her eye was simply perfect. Tsk tsk. Even a bigshot like Heaton would make small talk with him. If it were somebody else, it would have been a big deal if Heaton would even take a second nce, but now he was chatting with Zuo Zongyun with a smile. Obviously Mother An was in no position to join in their conversation. But this did not stop her heart from wanting to show off. She yakked away non-stop, saying all sorts of ugly things about Yan Xiaosu to the others near her. "If not for me, that country bumpkin would have tricked my precious daughter. KING? A silver spear made of wax! They are nothing without the funds from CT and Margate. "In this day and age, no matter what you do, you still need a real enterprise to back you up. Of course, tissue paper manufacturing, I can only giggle. Setting their sights higher than they can reach, might as well rename theirpany to Little Poor Star." Those around her listened with keen interest. They could all tell that without CT and Margates investments, whether it was KING Corp., OMG, or Little Fortune Star, they were all in danger. The funding part of the chain was broken, and the chain reaction that would follow would be extremely scary. Seeing that they had applied enough pressure, Elise walked up to Yan Xiaosu. He thought that the other party had been pushed so far that he was on a verge of a mental breakdown, so he gave the final diplomatic note. "This is yourst chance. Think carefully." Yan Xiaosu gleamed. "No need to think. I want to execute the VAM we established when we signed the contract." The value adjustment mechanism, or VAM, actually involved both shares and executive rights, and both parties stood a chance. As they were more disadvantaged, the research team had the rights to execute the VAM, letting someone else purchase the shares that were avable. Given the current situation, nopany would take over this mess, and nobody had such strong financial backing to do so. The investment in theter stages would be an astronomical figure, and no one would risk offending two bigpanies that duopolised the market. Hearing Yan Xiaosu initiate the execution of VAM, Heaton and Elises tion could be seen on their faces. Neither OMG nor Little Fortune Star had that amount of funds, and they had alreadye to a consensus with other groups that had it. It was impossible for any of them to provide real financial assistance to KING Corp. "Young man, can you afford to take on such a huge responsibility?" Heatons eyes shifted and he thought, "A trap? Impossible. A second generation rich kid born in a family that sells tissue papers whose intelligence is close to that of human scum." Elise chuckled too. He had the same judgement. Was he trying to scare others? Heh. Then lets y along. No matter what happens, the VAM was in their favor. "No problem," Yan Xiaosu said. "Why? Dont tell me the two vice-presidents are afraid? Then just take whatever money you are supposed to." "Heh. Just execute it." Heaton had already checked it thrice, and the bank had confirmed that KING would definitely not receive a single cent in loans. As long as they put the brakes on OMG, it would be equivalent to choking KING by the throat. An Meis mother watched the scene unfold and couldnt stop smiling. She shook her head and said, grinning, "Thats a considerably clever move. Big projects like that are not something country bumpkins have control over. Its pretty good to even make some money out of it." Zuo Zongyun smiled and looked at Yan Xiaosu. Yan Xiaosu looked disdained. He was just bluffing for the sake of his reputation. If the VAM was executed, he could make quite a bit of money. No doubt still a country bumpkin who could only see what was right before his eyes. Elise and Heaton closed in. In terms of their vigor, they had revealed their menace and overbearingness. There was no need for them to negotiate anymore. "I dont know if you read the contract clearly, but ording to the VAM deal, today is the deadline! Get ready to hand things over. Also, Ive already sent some people to thepany. All of the documents must be sealed. None of you can bring it out." Yan Xiaosu chuckled. "Whats the hurry? We signed the contract at 8:20 PM. Its only 7:31...." Yan Xiaosu had not finished his sentence when his Skylink shed. It was a message from his assistant. "The other partys person in-charge has arrived at the summit...." Ye Bingwen and Old Yan looked at each other. They didnt know what to do now. They may have been veterans in this field, but Yan Xiaosu had pushed them into a corner. The only thing that gave them strength was that Yan Xiaosu remained highly confident even up to this point. Yan Xiaosu closed the Skylink, let out a long breath, and smiled faintly. He couldnt be bothered to entertain the two of them. He walked straight up to the summits chairpersons podium and took a microphone from the side. "Ladies and gentlemen, good evening. I am the person in charge of KING Universal Space Technology. Today, we are settling a dispute. KING Corporation has decided to execute a VAM deal with Margate and CT Group. Now that there are vacancies in the project, we wee friendly investors and capable firms to join us." The crowded began discussing spiritedly, gesticting. This young man was crazy. Who would dare try to fill up such a huge hole and rece the shares of those duopolies? Plus, did he think Margate and CT Group were dead? Mother An felt extremely lucky inside. Her daughter and husband had med her and treated her cold and indifferently. Now they would know that if not for her, her daughter would have fallen into a fire pit! After saying all that, Yan Xiaosu suddenly put his hand out to a side. "Now, let us wee FLC Groups Sr System Districts CEO, Mr. Alsace, toe on stage and say a few words." Chapter 322: Rune Technology Chapter 322: Rune Technology Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Arge middle-aged man had just walked in from the main doors. He had an appearance that was full of charisma and had sprightful eyes. Having heard Yan Xiaosus speech, he smiled and walked up the stage. "Ha. Ive just arrived and havent even had the chance to get a sip of water and I have to talk? Alright, then let me use this event to announce that for the first project FLC Group will be taking on in the Sr System Federation, FLC will be coborating with KING Universal Space Tech closely. The scale of the project involves 100 billion dors of investment to develop KING Corps rted space technology. The first 50 billion have already gone through. FLC voluntarily surrenders executive rights permanently." When he finished, Alsace held up the wine ss in his hand and nodded at Heaton and Elise, seemingly smiling. The whole venue fell silent immediately... What? FLC? 100 billion coboration? The first 50 billion already went through? This was definitely throwing out a nt-sized nuclear warhead. FLC was an investmentpany that rampaged the Milky Ways technological industries and had a profound background. It was said that they were on very good terms with a few of therger empires. If they were to be harsher, FLC would definitely be a lot more ferocious than Margate and the rest. But why would FLC..... invest such a huge amount, and more importantly, give up on executive rights? A full moment of shock and silenceter, the entire business summit burst into enthusiastic apuse and chatter. This meant that KINGs biggest problem had been resolved, and they also had the backing and influence of FLC in the Milky Way. Their research would enter the expressway, and the fact that FLC dared to ept that meant that they recognised this project. FLC was prominent in the area of technological investments. And didnt that mean that KING was going to be a mountain of gold? The honest-looking young man that stood before them had tricked two all-powerful veterans? Yan Xiaosu remained very calm from start to end. Especially when he heard Mother Ans sarcastic remarks. Those remarks, to him, were his motivation. He had to seed! Mother Ans mouth drooped to a side and simply couldnt close... "Aunty, you....." Zuo Zongyun was shocked too. His face looked grey. Mother Ans cheeks twitched. Her jaws cramped, and closing it felt as painful as a dislocation. 50 billion, 100 billion.... Her whole mind was filled with these two figures. She recalled the oundish looks of the Yan familys father and son. If An Mei had married him, thepany wouldve been hers. At that moment, Yan Xiaosu walked to the side and addressed the whole hall. "Another thing Id like to make clear. Earlier on, due to the VAM, Margate and CT Group left our coboration. KING Corp will purchase all shares at 80 percent of market price." "Oh, thats good news!" Alsace emptied the wine in the ss and smiled. After a brief moment of silence, the entire summit exploded in an instant... KING Corporation had once again made a beautifuleback, winning an almost impossible victory. And this was thanks to the calm andposed Yan Xiaosu who was standing on stage. All of a sudden, he was a light bulb that lit up the entire room. Ye Bingwen and Old Yan looked at each other. There was only one thing in their hearts - the young surpassed the old! Meanwhile on An... Wang Zheng had thought that Aina would appear very soon, but the news he heard was that the Princess was out on a visit. At first, Wang Zheng couldnt help but feel disappointed. But then again, he thought that, as a Princess, Aina surely couldnt live like an ordinary woman. And so he let it go. Aina didnt appear, but an unexpected person did. When Xie Yuxin appeared before Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu, Wang Zheng was indeed rather shocked. "Why are you so surprised? Havent I grown more handsome?" Xie Yuxin said, smiling. Wang Zheng couldnt help but scream and punch Xie Yuxin hard. "Goodd, showing up out of the blue. Why didnt you tell us!" "Not so hard! I could die from your blows! Zisu, long time no see. Youve grown prettier," Xie Yuxin said. "We havent seen each other in a year and Student Xie has be such a sweet talker. Looks like you have tricked plenty of pretty Anian girls," said Ye Zisu. Xie Yuxin was different from Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu. He was already quite a character back in high school, and he was specially recruited by An in university. He had caused quite a stir back then. He could be said to be a truly great person, but Xie Yuxin hung out with Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu all the time. At that time, many people didnt understand it. But now it seemed like birds of a feather flocked together. "Lets find a ce to sit down, dont stand in the middle of the road." Even in An, Xie Yuxin gave out a royal-like air of elegance. This hade naturally from him, and it was even more evident in An. "How did you know I was in An?" Wang Zheng asked curiously. "Its not like its any secret. When I heard that the Royal College was recruiting exchange students from the Sr System, I guessed youd be here." Even after so long, Xie Yuxin still had an air of calmness andfort. It was an air that made anyone who hung out with him feel rxed and at ease. "Youre in the Royal College too?" Wang Zheng chuckled. "The thing you gave mest time was a great help. What a great friend!" Xie Yuxinughed. "Whats there to stand on courtesy for? But Im not from the Royal College. Im at somece else. I cant tell you yet. However, I came to you because theres indeed something that can only be said clearly face to face." "Oh, have you made some new discovery???" Wang Zhengs eyes opened widely. He did have quite a few questions about Ability X, but Bonehead couldnt help him. Moreover, he and Charcoal were in hibernation, so Wang Zheng had no one to exchange his ideas with. After the IG selection, he really felt that his use of Ability X was problematic. It was used crudely, and Lear and Achilles definitely had an advantage over him. It was only that they didnt have a chance to showcase their flexibility. Wang Zheng could not continue to live in his own bubble. He had to improve himself Xie Yuxin took a look at Ye Zisu. Wang Zheng chuckled. "Zisu is our best friend, its okay!" Xie Yuxin shook his head, smiling. "I know, Im just curious how the two of you ended up together." For someone with Xie Yuxins abilities, seeing through Ye Zisus emotions was nothing difficult. But sometimes it was precisely being able to see things too clearly that made life a lot less interesting. That was also why Xie Yuxin was seldom able to make friends. He could see through hypocrites. "Is it really weird?" Ye Zisu asked him in return. Xie Yuxin looked at Ye Zisu and suddenly smiled. "Right. Wang Zheng, Zisu, the things Im about to say have to be kept a secret." It was rare for Xie Yuxin to be so serious. The two of them opened their eyes and ears wide. Xie Yuxin chatted with the two of them for a long time and left hurriedly. By the looks of it, his situation on An was considerably unique. Xie Yuxin was in a special ce. It was something between a college and aboratory full of uniquely talentedly people who put their everything into researching Ability X. At first, Xie Yuxin thought that they were simply after his predictive Ability X, but as his ability got better, and he got in touch with higher levels, he discovered something shocking. Frankly speaking, this knowledge was way, way beyond the Sr Systems current standards. It was no exaggeration that An and the Sr System were a few decades apart in terms of knowledge and research. When the Sr System was still having troubles with super mecha, the An Empire was secretly researching the most powerful mech type - one that could change the fate of mankind. Rune technology mech warriors! The Antean mechas super powers was something that humans had always wanted but could not achieve. It came from the Antean peoples unique and strong brain powers. Some countries secretly did all sorts of tests on special warriors, but their results were no good. Moreover, such alterations to the human body were prohibited by the Milky Way Alliance so as to prevent any destructive events that could go out of control. No matter what, disasters that were caused by altering human gics did happen in history. They never had any technological breakthrough. Now that An had achieved progress, they changed their strategy and created rune technological weapons instead. These were based off mimicking Antean mechas rune engravings with the humans Ability X as the basis, and they were some huge improvements. The fighting prowess of mecha had a huge leap in quality, creating a breakthrough in the weakness of Ability X being dependent on G materials. And once this rune engraving technology was formed, it would be epoch-marking. It was a perfectbination of the strength of the human body and the advancement of technology. Plus, there were no side effects. Not even Antis had thought of this. Of course, they knew about the research going on, but not the specifics. Every country was researching this. It was just that the runes on Antean mecha were engraved by the spirits of their pilots. This was something that humankind could never achieve. But humans always had the ability to find another way. The ce Xie Yuxin was ced at did not only do research and development. It also allowed for legitimate learning, training, and other things. What Xie Yuxin wanted to tell Wang Zheng and Ye Zisu was the direction they should head towards and the areas they should pay more attention to. There were already people using this power in An Royal College, and it was going to be the main trend, be it for Wang Zhengs trainings or Ye Zisus mecha designs. Who knows, they might have to fight side by side one day. It has to be said that Xie Yuxins words had opened up a whole new perspective for the two of them. An Royal College had the mostprehensive database and best training facilities in the Milky Way. Even though they were just exchange students, what Xie Yuxin meant was that they should make good use of this opportunity and not let it pass by. They would surely yield some surprising results. An Royal College was also an important pir of support to where Xie Yuxin was positioned, in terms of basic theories and research. But Wang Zheng faced a huge problem. This was An Royal College, and not Ares College. A student from Earth was no different from a grain of sand, and nobody would even entertain his request to transfer to another department. He couldnt use the facilities of the Mech Department even if he wanted. However, Xie Yuxins reply stumped Wang Zheng. "Just purchase a Mech Department card number." Wherever you were, there was always a supply to ones demand. It was the same for An. Wang Zheng surely wasnt the only non-Mech Department student who enjoyed ying with mecha. More importantly, An was an open country, and it did not stop students, particrly those from other countries, from doing many things. Wang Zheng had hoped to understand more of the cutting-edge technological concepts of the An Empire. Of course, he would never be able to see the most core concepts, but just the things that were in front of him were already amazing. Chapter 323: Maacah Tiger Chapter 323: Maacah Tiger Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Although he really felt like skipping ss, Wang Zheng was still representing the Sr System Federation. Others may not care, but he couldnt just ignore it. Anything that had to do with the Sr System was an important affair, no matter how small it may seem. Moreover, Wang Zheng also wanted to know if the standards of physics at the proimed leader, An, were as great as they were known to be. The Physics Department was esteemed at the Royal College. They represented the frontier of technology, and in fact, was more esteemed than the Mech Department. It was just that the Mech Department was more well known. Wang Zheng found the room his ss was being held in. It was a huge space, and it was decorated in the naturalist style of Ans New Renaissance. The round lecture theater had an open n, and the wallpapers were retro and full of runes and symbols. It was somewhat different from the exaggerated high-tech style Wang Zheng had imagined. It seemed like no matter where, colleges centered around an academic atmosphere and not grandiose. In fact, any, so long there were human beings, would have traces of Earths civilization. Of course, its just that the others would not admit it these days. At the very least, this ce did not make Wang Zheng feel very unfamiliar. "Student, is there anyone sitting here?" Wang Zheng was considerablyte, and there were only seats left in the back rows. Let it be said thating to An allowed him to experience what it was like to be a stranger once again. At Ares College, he was undoubtedly a celebrity, and he received attention wherever he went. Being a professor at the Physics Department and the team leader of IG gave him unparalleled glory. Buting here, truly nobody paid him any attention. It was only by being on An that he understood the people here truly merely only knew Earth as a noun. The student looked curiously at Wang Zheng, smiled, and said, "Nobody. Have a seat. Given the way you look, youre not an Anian, are you? Studying abroad? Ive never seen you before." Wang Zheng smiled. "Wang Zheng, exchange student." "There are exchange students in the Physics Department? Thats rare. My name is Chi Muye. Chi as in Im neverte, Mu as in admiration, and Ye as in wild. Im from the Republic of Maacah, studying abroad here. Where are you from? You dont look like youre from Arbiter either." There was a saying that there were two powers in the world of Physics. Other than An, there was also the Arbiter Empire. In terms of physics; they were both leading all of humankind. They just had different styles. An enjoyed perfection and technology for civilian-use and military-use developed hand in hand. Arbiter, however, was rather extreme. It was as if anything that went into their hands would be turned into a weapon. Even academic theories. War was always their priority. "Sr System Federation, Earth." Wang Zheng was very proud as to where he was from. Chi Muye was very excited. "Oh, heavens! From Earth? That must have been difficult. I heard that Earth still uses cars that run on tires. Is that true?" Wang Zheng stared nkly for a moment and couldnt help butugh bitterly. This... theres no need for such exaggeration, is there? Earth wasgging far behind, but could people on the outside be less ill-informed? "Its actually not so different from other ces," said Wang Zheng. Chi Muye smiled embarrassedly. "Its my first time meeting someone from Earth. I thought your country was still very primitive." "You should visit Earth sometime." This was really not something that could be exined. No exnation could make it clear either. It was clear that Chi Muye still did not believe him. Chi Muye smiled. He looked around and whispered, "Seems like your time on An is short. The two of us are fated, so let me tell you a secret. Make good use of your time here. Do your best to perform well, then you could go from exchange student to foreign student and even get a chance to stay on An!" "The Republic of Maacah isnt too bad either. Do you like An that much?" Wang Zheng asked curiously. The Republic of Maacah where Chi Muye was from was also one of the ten permanent members of the Milky Way Alliances council. However, a militarily strong country was still far from a big nation. "There are plenty of pretty girls here." Chi Muye giggled, shifting his tiny, wretched eyes. "Dont you think so? Look to your left and look below. Sigh. Beauty is art, and art can inspire. This is very useful for scientific research!" Chi Muye said seriously. Indeed, this angle was very good for enjoying the "scenery". Wang Zheng was stumped. There were geniuses everywhere. Fancy him being able to link ogling at pretty girls to research work. What a weirdo. Perhaps Wang Zheng was a somewhat silly, giving Chi Muye the feeling of having discovered something new. "Wang Zheng, since youre here, you must learn to discover. Look 35 degrees to the bottom left." Wang Zheng nced in that direction,.... "What?" Chi Muye looked as if he was resentful towards Wang Zheng for failing to meet his expectations. "A pretty girl! The one with red hair. The number one beauty in the Physics Department " Wang Zheng thought it was something important. Chi Muyes personality was probably the type who warmed up to people on his own ord. Seeing that Wang Zheng had listened to him seriously, he immediately opened up and started talking non-stop. Wang Zheng, however, was speechless. But.... it was pretty girls after all. Men loved looking at them. He felt somewhat interested in talking about this topic anyhow. The girls at the Royal College had pretty good features and profiles. The one Chi Muye had pointed to was rather beautiful too. But the girl seemed to have sensed something and turned around suddenly. Chi Muye immediately looked down at his books, while Wang Zheng ended up making eye contact with her. The girl stared fiercely at Wang Zheng, clearly disgusted. "Si Jiali, top babe in physics. Her idol is Xiao Fei. Oh, right, Xiao Fei is from the Sr System, isnt she?" Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. Gosh dammit. Why did it always seem like Earthlings came from a world of savages? Xiao Fei seemed like an exception of the Earth people. Forget about those who knew she was from the Sr System Federation, many people thought she was an Anian. "Do you have a bad track record? I feel like sitting with you makes me an enemy of the pretty girls," said Wang Zheng. Chi Muye smiled with pride. "You know, at An Royal College, every great person has a nickname. My nickname is the Maacah Tiger of Physics!" Seeing that Wang Zheng had been subdued, Chi Muye swallowed his saliva and said, "Dont belittle Si Jiali, shes the fencing clubs leader. She also possesses Ability X. You havent seen how cool she looks when shes fencing. Simply beautiful." "Hey, bro, youre drooling, drooooooling..." It just so happened that the pretty girl turned around right at that moment. Seeing the two of them look at her that way, she felt even more disgusted. "Oh, right, is Aina a belle of the school?" Wang Zheng asked suddenly. He was very curious what Aina was like in the eyes of the people here. "Shh! Are you courting death?" Fortunately, no one was paying the two of them any attention. The way Chi Muye looked at Wang Zheng was really as if he was a savage alien. Wang Zheng felt very innocent. "Why?" Chi Muye was truly speechless now. "Bro, this is An. Her Royal Highness is the First Princess of An, the future Queen! How could you use such an oundish term like belle to describe Her Royal Highness? She is a goddess. Its a pity she doesnt spend much time in school. Even when shes here, only the most elite group can get close to her. Remember, when mentioning the Princess in front of Anians in the future, you must convey feelings of respect. Its basic etiquette. Otherwise, theyll think youre trying to cause trouble." His ignorance had almost done him in. Being the big brother here, Chi Muye had to help Wang Zheng out a bit. Wang Zheng didnt think that the rules in An were so important. "Alright." Chapter 324: Taking Down Some Thugs Chapter 324: Taking Down Some Thugs Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Just as Chi Muye was about to say something else, the professor walked in. The ssroom fell silent immediately. The middle-aged professor very quickly went into the main topics of the lesson. No jokes, no interesting delivery. His voice was deep and attractive, and it could somehow make people easily absorb what he said and even internalize it in their heads. He possessed a unique form of charisma. Wang Zheng listened attentively. How could he put it? The standards were still alright.... it was not that crazy. To his side, Chi Muye softly made introductions to Wang Zheng, full of admiration. "Professor Xu is the one who came up with the theory of simrity in nodes of multiple dimensions. His name is in our textbooks!" Wang Zheng smiled, but he was somehow unfazed. Maybe Old Merchant had tortured him so much that this was nothing to him. Chi Muye paid close attention in ss. So did Wang Zheng. The standards here were pretty good, but in some areas, things were not taught as well as Xiao Fei did. Then he heard Professor Xu p his hands and say, "Well stop here for todays ss. I hope you can all go back and digest what you learned today. Now, time for questions." Everyone quietened down, and the looks in their eyes changed. There were some who wished theyd be called out so they could show what they could do, and there were also those who didnt understand and hoped Professor Xu didnt notice them... "Bro, dont look down. If Professor Xu looks here, dont be afraid to make eye contact. Professor Xu loves those who are afraid to make eye contact with him," Chi Muye said softly, guiding Wang Zheng. "If you have anything you dont understand, just ask. This is a good opportunity for you to leave a good impression. If you can make the professor like you, bing a foreign student here is pretty much settled." "Thanks," said Wang Zheng, blinking. "Youre wee. Im considered a senior. Just follow me around in the future. Ill make sure you have a happy time on An." Chi Muye finally experienced being admired. What a great feeling. "Chi Muye, you answer this. What is your understanding of the narrow sense theory of subspace matter?" Being too cocky usually ended with one falling head first. This dude was too ostentatious. Chi Muye stared nkly. Wang Zheng couldnt help but smile to say it was none of his business. "The subspace matter is different from space matter, but they have a few core simrities. Their dimensions are affected differently by thews of the universe, and the popr theories argue that...." Well, this Chi Muye was rather impressive. Ever since mankind entered subspace, they wanted to understand more about its nature. But using the term matter when it came to describing subspace was no longer suitable. "Opinions of your own, good." Professor Xu nodded coldly. This reaction meant that Professor Xu was not entirely pleased, but it was still considered a pass. Chi Muye quickly sat down and heaved a huge sigh of relief. "What do you think, Klimton?" "Professor, I have a different opinion. Heh. The minds of Maca people are full of typical, textbook-like ideas. I have a few thoughts about the subspace matter theory. First of all, we have to find the core nature of the main space, any matter..." Chi Muye gritted his teeth, but darent say anything. This Klimton was the leader of the Arbiter foreign students, and he had a temper that was earth-shattering. Forget getting into a conflict with him, even looking at him on a normal day risked him getting beat up. The barbaric Arbiter style. Even though this was An Royal College, the Arbiter people were tyrannical. "Very good. Some very good opinions of your own. But just what form does that matter take in subspace? There are no prominent theories yet. For instance, when a drop of water enters subspace, is it still water? If it is, would there be any change to the structure of the matter?" Upon hearing this, Wang Zheng couldnt help but smile. This was actually a ssic question. He and Old Merchant used to discuss this frequently... "Please forgive me so saying so much, Professor Xu. What you have described is my area of research. I am sure that there are changes in the structure, and so when we enter subspace, we have to activate the protective shield to counter the effects of structural change in the subspace. We did a ssic experiment where we ced ab rat into subspace without a protective shield, and when we retrieved it, the rat mutated. Our tests showed that the basic atoms that made up the rat underwent changes. Simrly, we put out wood, stone, metals, and so on... of course, I have already patented these findings in the Milky Way." Klimton talked about his recent achievements with immense pride. He was the direct heir to a prominent aristocratic family on Arbiter. Unlike the institutions of An, Arbiter had a very strict social ss system. The aristocrats would always be aristocrats, and themoners would always bemoners. There were even ves - while the aristocrats could not kill the ves as they wished, ves were indeed part of their assets. In other words, they had the rights to use them as long as they lived. "Shameless." Chi Muye was very well aware of that. He chided in a voice that only he could hear, barely moving his lips. Professor Xu did notment. He merely smiled and nodded. When it came to research, the more arguments and the more opinions, the better. Only then could they find the correct path. Wang Zheng couldnt hold hisughter back and let out small chuckle. That guy spoke with way too much frankness and confidence. He felt that the professor definitely had a view on it, but it was strange that he didnt discuss it further in the ssroom. In a quiet ssroom, the chuckle mightve been soft, but it was very abrupt. Everybody thought it was odd. Just who was it that dared to mock Klimton? Klimton shot a fiery nce at Wang Zheng and said, artictely, "That ssmate over there, do you disagree?" Wang Zheng smiled. "I have no opinion." "No opinion? Then why are youughing so heartily?!" Klimton stared fiercely at Wang Zheng. Even though this was a ssroom, he was extremely cocky. Wang Zheng was not the sort who liked to stir up trouble. He may not know who that other guy was, but if someone came looking for trouble... well, Wang Zheng would y along till the end. "What I want to say is that everything you said was nonsense." Wang Zheng shrugged helplessly. The whole ss went wild in that instant. Where did this persone from? Challenging Klimton so publicly. He didnt understand the Arbiters at all. Even Professor Xuughed. What an interesting student. But Klimton did not act up right away. Perhaps he was so angry that he found it amusing. "Alright. Then let me hear your great opinion!" Chi Muye quickly held Wang Zheng back. The ignorant were fearless. This Klimton was not a good egg. It would not be too bad if he was Anian, as Klimton wouldnt be that arrogant and cocky. But Wang Zheng was an Earthling... "Firstly, using the term matter to talk about subspace is a little backward. It is equivalent to using universal gravitation in the age of interster travels..." said Wang Zheng. Chi Muye continued to tug at him. He had asked Wang Zheng to stand up and give the professor a good impression, but it had to be at the right time. But soon, even Chi Muye was stumped. Everybody had gone from slighting to being serious as this person was clearly talking about something that was built upon a higher level of definition. "Actually, I think that subspace is just elerated space. You just have to look at it from a different angle. There is no need to mystify subspace. Whatever you said was fundamentally wrong." At his core, Wang Zheng was an earnest, factual person. If you didnt argue facts, Wang Zheng wouldnt argue it with you. But if you got serious, then Wang Zheng would really have to get into real business. Klimton was enraged. "Bullsh*t!" Xu Congyun frowned. "Klimton, this is a ssroom. Mind yournguage and sit down!" Klimton took in a deep breath and forced himself to sit down. As arrogant as he may be, he dared not go against the professor. The Royal College gave him a chance given the political climate, but there were limits to what they could ept. Looking at Wang Zheng, Xu Congyun smiled. "You must be Wang Zheng." "Yes." "Seems like knowing you by name is nothingpared to meeting you in person. I wee you to attend my ss more often. Thats it for now. ss dismissed." Klimton turned bright red, as though as he had been poked in the butt. Just who was this person? How did the professor even know his name? It was as though he was very well known. On the campus roads, Chi Muye was particrly excited. No wonder the name "Wang Zheng" sounded familiar, but he just couldnt recall who. So it was the winner of this years Highest Contribution by a College Student Award. No wonder he was so great. Klimton had behaved arrogantly at the wrong ce. "But Wang Zheng, you still have to be careful. The Arbiters are dangerous. Especially since youre not Anian, its better not to..." Chi Muye froze. Damn. Speak of the devil. Three Arbiters had appeared on both their sides, blocking their way. Should he run? Or should he run faster? Or should he run for his life? Chi Muye felt his heart rate increase, but in the end, he didnt run away. "Ahem. Klimton, we are all ssmates, its normal to have a little debate. If theres anything wrong, let me apologize on his behalf...." "Scram, Stinky Maca rat. How dare you!" Klimton spat. Klimton waved and said, "Kansta, Scar, dont stand on courtesy. Teach this neer a good lesson!" Chi Muye shivered. These two names were thunderous to him. "If you dare toy a finger on him, I will report it to the student union!" "You wont think so in just a moment!" Kansta and Scar took out wooden sticks and waved them at Wang Zheng and Chi Muye. Bam bam... Klimtons expressions changed. What was going on? Kansta and Scar were surprised too. This guy had actually caught their wooden swords with his bare hands. This was simply humiliating to the Kendo Society! The two of them applied force abruptly, trying to get away. But it was as if the wooden swords were rooted in the ground and could not be moved at all. "Did you two not have lunch? What are you doing? Beat that kid up!" Klimton roared. Kansta and Scar turned red. They used all their might, but the wooden swords wouldnt budge. Wang Zheng suddenly pulled forcefully, both hands moving up along the wooden swords and grabbing the two men by their necks before knocking the two men like ragdolls into each other. Boom... Kansta and Scar fell. Dusting off his hands, Wang Zheng looked at Klimton smilingly. "ssmate, seems like we need to look into how to use academic methods to resolve academic disagreements." "You kid, you think Im afraid of you? Die!" Yelling, Klimton dashed up ferociously. Wang Zheng froze. This movement waspletely different from the two before him. It was rather shocking... Chapter 325: College Powers Chapter 325: College Powers Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Klimtons pose... was way too amateur. Klimton had not reached Wang Zheng, but perhaps because he had used too much force, he tripped and fell on his own, head down onto the ground, right in front of Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng squatted down and said, grinning, "Student Klimton, seems like you already know youre in the wrong. Actually, you just have to apologize. Why the big gesture?" "F*ck @#&*%..." Klimton cursed and scolded. Even though Wang Zheng couldnt really understand, he guessed that it was probably an Arbiter dialect. "Looks like you havent learned your lesson." After speaking, Wang Zheng pressed Klimtons head right onto the ground. Chi Muye, who was standing by the side, quickly stopped Wang Zheng. "Forget it, lets go." After a while, Wang Zheng pulled Klimtons head up and dusted it lightly. "Next time youe looking for me, remember to bring more men with you. But you wont be so lucky next time." Klimton had wanted to say something else, but seeing the look in Wang Zhengs eyes, he swallowed his words. Were the Arbiters ferocious? Perhaps. But a rash dummy like that didnt mean much. Wang Zheng didnt want to argue either, but if he didnt teach the guy a lesson now, there would only be more trouble. Dumb kid trying to act like a gang leader. Wang Zhengs impression of Arbiter became poorer and poorer. When he was done, Wang Zheng dusted his sleeves and looked at Chi Muye, who stared nkly. "We can go now." Chi Muye nodded subconsciously and followed Wang Zheng. A few secondster, he jumped and eximed, "My God! You really dared to touch him! Do you know who he is?" "I know. Klimton. I remember Professor Xu calling him that." Wang Zheng chuckled. "Not his name, his surname! Its Wolfe! Oh, my God, are all Earthlings like you?" Chi Muye really didnt know what to say. This Klimton was no master, but still, nobody wanted to get into trouble with him because of who he was. "Hes famous? Never heard of it." Wang Zheng thought for a second. He knew some things about the Arbiter Empire, that it didnt have a real monarch, and that the Empire was run by five key administrators taking turns. "The Wolfe Family, a prestigious aristocratic family on Arbiter! They are just right below the five administrators. They are a core power amongst the administrators!" "I feel hungry. What about you?" Wang Zheng shrugged. These things were distant to him. Even if they were really that great, Klimton was merely using his powerful connections to intimidate others. If they were on Arbiter, it might have been troublesome, but there was no real need to be afraid of him here. Chi Muye looked like a coward. Seemed like his nickname of "Maca Tiger" was most likely an antonym. "A little... wait, youre not worried at all? I think its best to exin it to the union. Even though the chairman, Eliya, is also from Arbiter, shes reasonable!" Speaking of Eliya, Chi Muye clearly drooled a little. Old habits die hard. "Hehe. Well talk about itter. Im famished. Food is more important." Chi Muye touched his forehead. Were all Earthlings so obtuse? He looked suspiciously at Wang Zheng. "Are you really Wang Zheng? Xiao Feis disciple?" Wang Zheng chuckled. "Im as real as it can get. But I am more interested in mecha. Oh, do you know where you can purchase IDs of mecha students? The type that lets you use the Mech Departments training grounds and equipment freely...." "Yo. I didnt think youd be interested in such things. Youve asked the right person. Theres a supply where theres demand. Youre surely not the only one who wants to y with mecha. But as much as were friends, even real brothers have to settle their debts." Chi Muye grinned. "No problem!" said Wang Zheng. He was a slightly rich man now. A bit of money was no trouble. At that very same moment, on a faraway tower, a girl who gave out a charming air from head to toe put down a pair of binocrs. Beside her were two students, a boy and a girl, standing there very politely. They looked at the girl with a deep admiration. "Your report came in very timely." The girl smiled. Her long, thin, and tender fingers pressed something on the binocrs and instantly, a hologram screen appeared in the air. The screen showed the scene of Wang Zheng and Klimtons conflict. "Raphael, get me information on this person." "Yes, Chairman Eliya. I will proceed. Please excuse me." The boy turned around in a soldier-like fashion, standing straight and tall, and walked quickly away. Eliya wore a weird expression on her face. Dining hall.... Chi Muye was once again stumped. He had never met someone with such a big appetite. The amount of food Wang Zheng consumed in a single meal was enough to feed him for one... no, enough to feed him for two days! "Oh, right, the ID from the Mech Department will be ready for you tomorrow. Consider yourself lucky that someone wanted to get a refund, or youd have to wait another week. The level of ess this ID gives is very low, but I think its enough for you," said Chi Muye. Everything was separated by ss and level on An so that quality resources were put to good use and so that standards are maintained. But for a student from the Physics Department, any standard or level would do. "{4]???,?????"{4][9}???????,????ID??,{10][3}"{4]??,????????,????" "Its okay. Its good as long as it can be used." Wang Zheng was not bothered by it at all. The sooner he got the ID, the better. "Oh, yeah, the union you talked about just now, whats that?" Speaking of the union, Chi Muyes eyes lit up. It was clear he got enthusiastic about it. "An Royal College may sound like a college set up by the royal family, but its actually not. It is a highly autonomous andprehensive college, and it represents the highest standards of An while disying the An Empires political attitude!" Chi Muye found a sense of purpose hanging out with Wang Zheng. Especially those humble and earnest eyes. It made Chi Muye feel veryfortable. "Political attitude.... is it really soplex?" Wang Zheng said, poking his fork into a piece of meat. "Sigh. Elites have to understand politics. An wants to be the most important form of existence in the Milky Way, and so they have to have an open attitude. Since the Royal College makes up a significant part of their goals, there are particrly many foreign students. Which then causes a lot of problems. Thats why the college employed an autonomous managing strategy, for students to take charge of themselves. The school will not interfere easily. Basically, the operations of the school are decided by the students themselves.... There are three main organizations. The highest level is the Student Union, which manages all clubs and societies, followed by twomittees. One, the An Discipline Committee, and the other, Thistle Flower Union of Autonomy, which manages non-Anian students. The chairmen of the two submittees are also the vice-chairmen of the Student Union. Further down, the main clubs and societies chairmen are also members of the Student Unions board. They decide the fate of this college," Chi Muye said. His eyes were filled with fascination and longing. Wang Zheng smiled. "That sounds pretty awesome." "What do you mean sounds pretty awesome? Its truly very awesome, okay? They are extremely powerful. And whats important is thework. Only the board members of the Student Union gets the opportunity to be near the goddess!" "Goddess?" "Are you dumb? Of course its the beautiful and intelligent Princess Aina. Youre really slow." Chi Muye was not pleased. Who else in this world was deserving of the title of "goddess" other than Princess Aina? Wang Zheng smiled bitterly. When Aina was on Earth, he didnt really feel a huge difference. It was just the title at most. Buting to An, he now understood that identity and status did really exist. The people here couldnt even be called by their names alone. They had to be addressed by their titles. He had really found himself an impressive girlfriend. "Aurora is the chairperson of the Student Union. He was born in an aristocratic family that has been around for a very long time. One of the core royal families. His nickname is the Sword Saint, and hes a pearl at the top of the An Royal College pyramid. He doesnt actually spend much time in school. He has already be the Princess, Her Royal Highness, staff. He will definitely hold real power in An in the future, and his phone number is more useful than the principals in school," Chi Muye said admiringly. "Oh, is that so?" Wang Zheng took a sip of water. Sword Saint. That nickname sounded very arrogant. "The chairman of An Discipline Committee is Sword Magician Oz. He is a true blue Anianmoner with not much backing. But bing the leading Discipline Committees chairperson with such status, you can imagine how capable he is. Its said that hes the number one master in the An Royal College, the Deputy Team Leader of IG. He is definitely not one to mess with!" Chi Muye emphasised, "Another thing I have already mentioned. The Thistle Flower Union of Autonomys chairperson, Eliya, is from Arbiter. You know thepeting nature of the rtionship between An and Arbiter. Eliya is another influential figure. Its just veryplicated. Dont get into their struggles and fights. Its a whirlpool. Small characters like us would turn into mush in an instant if we get involved." "Hearing what youve said, the main goal of these people is not to learn, but to fight." "Learning and fighting are the same thing after all. But even though the Arbiters are arrogant, their existence keeps the Anians in check, and they can also give us some form of protection. If anything happens, you mustnt put up with it. Eliya will settle it justly," said Chi Muye. They got lucky this time. "Dont think that just because you know a trick or two you can behave rashly. This time around, it was all just newbies. Those two do the menial tasks in the Kendo Club." "A tit for a tat. I couldnt possibly sit there and let myself get beaten up." Wang Zheng waved his hand. "Find some time and join a society, wont you. That way youll at least be in an organization, and if you get into trouble, therell be people who will look after you. Otherwise, therell be many inconveniences. Like me, Im in the Eight Whales Business Society." "Eight Whales Business Society? What is that?" "Serving themunity! We provide all sorts of intel to resolve the needs of our vastmunity ofpatriots. For example, the card from the Mech Department, hehe," said Chi Muye. "Forget about societies. I dont like being restricted." Wang Zheng could sense that the system of societies here had a strict hierarchy. Being so-called protected would definitely mean being a lot more restricted. "Bro, give and take. Unless you are capable enough to get into the autonomy union. But only people with Ability X can get into the union. Oh. You know what Ability X is?" Chi Muye treated Wang Zheng as though he had just arrived from the countryside. "I know." Wang Zheng nodded. An was indeed different. Back in the Sr System, only a few people knew about Ability X. "The cases that go through the Discipline Committee mostly deal with incidents caused by those with Ability X. It is prohibited to fight using Ability X in school, but any issue can be brought up and request for an open duel." "Thatplicated?" "Whatplicated? Its called rules. Rules determine everything. And this is the An Royal College!" Chi Muye spoke as if he was a citizen of An. The enormous An pce-styled buildings covered a huge plot ofnd. There were three main clusters of buildings taking up therge space, but they were not the teaching blocks, but the An Royal Colleges autonomous Student Union. The whole stretch of buildings was the Student Union. On one of the clusters, an eye-catching que hung on the main entrance. The Thistle Flower Union of Autonomy. Underneath was a blood red coat of arms in the design of thistle flowers. Chapter 326: Untitled Chapter 326: Untitled Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Past the entrance and into the building, there were many people walking in and about. They were students from all over the Milky Way that were studying abroad here at An. In the conference room, Klimton sat still. Even a hot-tempered person like him breathed without a sound here... The main door was pushed open and Eliya walked in. Klimton stood up almost immediately. "Chairman Eliya, you have asked me here. What instructions do you have for me...." Eliya made a small gesture with her hand, signaling him to sit down and talk. Klimton sat down obediently. Nobody could order him around, only Eliya. He truly admired her, and he was willing to be a pebble under her feet as long as he could be with her. "Youre a smart person, Klimton. You should know why I have called for you." Klimton bowed his head. "Chairman, I... thatd was way too cocky, embarrassing me in public. I just wanted to scare him.... Dont worry, I will get back at him and teach him a lesson!" "Scare? Do you have any idea who beat you up?" Klimton shook his head. He knew that Eliya was definitely not asking for a name, but the identity, status, and capability that name represented. He had no interest in finding out about Wang Zheng, and he didnt think hed be disadvantaged. A stupid nobody from the Sr System. He had already gotten people to help get revenge. This was not over yet. "Wang Zheng, Sr System Federations IG team leader, Xiao Feis disciple, and a co-founder of the Space Navigation theory." A document was thrown into Klimtons hands. Klimton took a quick nce and gave a look of disdain. "Chairman, I dont think this is an issue. IG team leader of the Sr System? In Arbiter, anyone, even the candidates who were disqualified, has the capability of bing their team leader. As for that Space Navigation theory, it has to have been done by Xiao Fei. Ad like him is nobody." "You may be right, but do you know why the autonomy union exists in An Royal College?" Eliya asked a seemingly unrted question suddenly. "This... isnt this an autonomous managing organization run by us students?" "If its simply autonomous management, just the Student Union and the An Discipline Committee would be more than enough." Just then, a boy stood out from the shadows silently. It was Raphael, the person who conducted the investigation on Wang Zheng earlier. He had a cold voice. A cold voice that did not have any other qualities. "You think Im wasting my time being the chairperson here just so I could be a babysitter?" Eliya said coolly. "Of.. of course not, but..." Klimton scratched his head. He knew that Eliya was genuinely angry. It was not as if he hadnt created trouble in the past. He had even fought Anians a few times, but there was never a problem. Why would there be a problem this time? "Stupid sh*t!" Raphael said icily. Klimton looked up and wanted to curse back, but seeing the look in Raphaels eyes, he chickened out. "Ans aim is to be the strongest leading country in the Milky Way Alliance. Recently, they are trying to win every country over to spread their Anian ideologies. When theyve made Ans standards the standards of all of mankind in the Milky Way, where in this world would not be An? Opening up the Royal College is one of the most important steps." A just cause finds much support, an unjust one finds little. The Milky Way today was no longer a ce where any country could conquer using brute force. Eliya sighed gently. At this stage, Anians were ahead of Arbiter, and the Royal College was simply a microcosm of that. The entire Milky Way favoured An. The best students were directly recruited to study abroad in An. And there were also the exchange students. Plus, the college deliberately created an atmosphere for people to do their best and strive to stay in An.... even if they didnt stay, theyd have a good impression in their hearts. To put it simply, this was an insidious robbery! It was scarier than robbery in the bright daylight! They were robbing other countries of their talents and luck! "Klimton, you fought an Earthling. If you won, youd be a bully, and youd only attract negative reactions. If you lose, its even more embarrassing. Where would us Arbiters stand? Even though An is a step ahead of us, those who build the stage may not be the ones standing in the spotlight. We Arbiters want to stand in the spotlight right here in the Royal College. Use your brain before you do anything in the future!" Eliyas tone became very serious and strict all of a sudden. It was okay if Klimton had provoked the Anians. Whether he won or lost, would only show people how tough Arbiters were. But Klimton seemed to be getting dumber and dumber. "Since the Anians are trying to win over the Sr System Federation, why dont we join in the game? Since this guy is the IG team leader, there should be a limit to how bad he can be," said Raphael. "You are thinking of..." Eliya fell silent for a while. "Yes, I want to let this person join in the union of autonomy. He would make a very decent chess piece." "No way. Even that kind of trash can join? Wouldnt it lower the standards of our union? Plus.... he may not be able to join." Klimtons voice grew softer. Eliya red. "What have you done?" Wang Zheng felt bewildered when he was brought away.... the cops wanted to seek his assistance in an investigation? They said that it involved diplomatic matters. Seeing the looks on their faces, Wang Zheng knew it was probably another of Klimtons stunts. "Show me your IDs." Wang Zheng looked coldly at the two police officers. The two cops had thought that this guy was just a kid from the Sr System Federation who just needed a bit of scaring. They didnt expect him to be so calm andposed. One of the officers opened up his Skylink. "This is my badge number. Wang Zheng, pleasee with us." Seeing that Wang Zheng was soposed and had an attitude, they couldnt ignore the situation even though they knew very clearly what this was about. The maic car drove at top speed all the way. Wang Zheng had some basic knowledge of thew. He had two options now. One was to contact the embassy of the Sr System Federation right away to deal with the situation. But Wang Zheng didnt think it was necessary. Since he was here, he would take it in his stride. He was curious anyway. The other was that the police could only detain him for 24 hours, and if there was nothing wrong, he would be released. It was most likely a scheme thought up by Klimton to get back at him. It seemed that he was indeed quite influential. The two cops looked at each other. If this guy was really a student of the Royal College, they wouldnt dare to get involved no matter what. But he was merely an exchange student, and from the Sr System Federation. Arbiter had pressured them, so they had to deal with it somehow. Moreover, the instructions hade from the brass. Many things could be aplished in 24 hours. Under normal circumstances, Wang Zheng should be ced in a single-person detainment cell, but these men had no intentions of interrogating him. They threw Wang Zheng into a 30-odd men detainment cell straight away. "Stay here until somebodyes to get you." The cop smiled and walked away. The moment Wang Zheng turned around, the 30-odd people stood up. Every single one of them looked fierce and was five or six timesrger than Wang Zheng. There were also non-human aliens. The looks in their eyes only reflected violence. Chapter 327: Ruthless Retaliation Chapter 327: Ruthless Retaliation Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "A**hole! Youre getting from bad to worse!" Eliya yelled. "Chairman, dont get angry. Im just teaching him a lesson. Who asked him to behave so cockily?" Klimton said, as if it was nothing. Even if they wanted to execute some n, they were not short of that one person. "Chairman, forget it. Whats done is done. Its toote to stop it now. Consider that guy unlucky," said Raphael. Even though Klimton was a useless piece of trash, an Earthling was of no value. "I will just disobey you this one time, hehe. I will definitely listen to the chairman in the future!" Klimton patted his chest making a promise. Numb nuts. How dare you embarrass me? Ill make you regret ever being born! Klimton thought ruthlessly. Not only did he use his family name to influence the ministry of foreign affairs, he had spent quite a fair bit of money. Such matters were the same everywhere, and it was in fact easier in ces like An. A simple Earthling, he was a subss being, no different from a ve. How dare he... The more he dwelled on it, the angrier he felt. Wang Zheng must be in a dire state right now. Student Wang could clearly sense the evil in these peoples eyes. He shrugged helplessly. "Who is the boss here?" "Kid, I am in charge here. Get over here and lick my boots clean!" A man in the center stood up. He was half-naked, and on his chest was a tattoo of an evil ghost. The way he looked at Wang Zheng was rather unfriendly. Wang Zheng smiled and walked over. In an instant... He grabbed the man by his chin and forcefully pulled it downwards, immediately followed by grabbing his arm and giving him a shoulder throw. Boom... He fell against the metal bars, making a loud crash. However, no police officers came in. The two cops outside had turned off the monitoring system and were chatting away. Wang Zheng cocked his head. "Whos next?" The crowd was stunned. "Kill him!" Boom boom boom... "I say, it sounds rather lively in there. I hope they dont end up killing someone." "Dont worry. These people know what to do." "Wed better take a look, just in case anything happens." When the two of them went in, they werepletely shocked. The 30-odd men were stacked together, and Wang Zheng was sitting right on top, tidying his clothes. "Open the door. Youve done your jobs. If theres nothing else, Im leaving." The two cops looked at each other. "Lad, youre rather cocky, arent you? How dare you use violence in a police station. Youre going to jail for life!" Wang Zheng was considered a patient man, but there was a limit to everything. They were really treating him like an inexperienced person. He grabbed at the bars with both hands, and, using sheer force, the refined steel bars were pulled open. He was getting mad! The two men immediately whisked theirser guns out. But how could their speed be Wang Zhengs match? Their guns were gone in a blur. Crack! Their wrists were broken right away. "You are indeed cocky..." Boom... Two punches were delivered, smashing their whole mouthfuls of teeth. "Really, so damn unlucky." The police sirens in the station rang. Policemen with real guns surrounded him. Wang Zheng opened up his Skylink. "Dear Professor Xiao Fei,e and save your cutest and most adorable disciple quickly. If you take too long youll have to collect my body." Wang Zheng faced the group of armed police officers and stretched. Since he had already made a move, there was no reason to let others do whatever they wanted to him. Themotion got louder and louder. Xiao Fei had just arrived at An, and her schedule waspletely packed. She was in the middle of discussing a project with the dean of An Royal College and a few prominent figures of the scientific world when she received the message. Only Skylink messages from Wang Zheng and a few others would show notifications. Upon seeing the message, Xiao Feis expressions changed. "Dean Lin, I would like to raise a serious protest. My student has been treated unfairly here. Hes even being treated inhumanely!" Xiao Fei said angrily. Everyone looked at one another. Things were fine just a moment ago. What happened? By then, the police station had been surrounded by the SWAT team. A terrorist had taken over the police station. Student Wang sat with his legs crossed. There were men sprawled all over the floor. It was all a mess. This incident had beenpletely blown out of proportion, but they were the ones who broke the rules first. This Klimton was courting death. It seemed like there was a need to properly teach him how to behave like a decent person. There was a limit to when to stop in fights. But at this point, they had gone overboard, and there was no need for Wang Zheng to be polite anymore. Boom.... The doors burst open. But it was not the armed forces that rushed in. It was Xiao Fei. Seeing Xiao Fei, Wang Zheng jumped right up. "Professor, if you were anyter, I would not be able to hold it any longer." "Dean Lin, on behalf of the Sr System Federation, I raise a stern protest against the An Empire!" "Xiao Fei, dont be angry. I will give you an answer with regards to this matter." Lin Hong was furious. He was the dean of the Royal College, and a member of the royal family, Lin Hong. This was the first time An had been embarrassed. "Luo Lunka, what is going on!?" The police chief turned grey. He was just a nobody, and he did not dare to hide information at this juncture. "Its an issue brought up by the embassy of Arbiter. We invited Student Wang Zheng to help with our investigation..." "An issue? Investigate? Chief Luo Lunka, were you trying to trick a child? And just when did the civil servants of An beckeys of Arbiter!?" Wang Zheng finally saw the sharp side of Xiao Fei. Xiao Fei was really furious. Luo Lunka never thought that things would be this serious. Plus, the guy was just a physics student from Earth. He had no roots, no backing, just a little scaring was in order. Moreover, An was doing their best to repair its rtionship with Arbiter. He was just following the trend. "Luo Lunka, admit you were responsible and resign. Wait for follow up actions. Xiao Fei, Wang Zheng, as the dean of the Royal College, I will certainly give you a satisfactory answer to this!" Lin Hong said furiously. Only then did Xiao Fei calm down a little. She pulled Wang Zheng over and checked on him from head to toe. "Are you okay? Did you get hurt? Let me see." Embarrassed from being touched by Xiao Fei, Wang Zheng said, "Its nothing, just a fight. In fact, it feels.... pretty good." "You... next time you get into things like this, call me right away. If theres even a scratch on you, these people wont be able topensate with their lives. Youre the future of all of mankinds technological advancement!" Xiao Fei had deliberately said it for all who were present to hear. She was not bragging. Wang Zheng was the youngest member of the Genesis club, and it was unprecedented. Because this status was way too high, ordinary people did not understand its meaning or significance. But at Lin Hongs level, he clearly knew how important he was. And if old men like Mu Fengchun found out about this, matters wouldplicate even further. He was just talking about how free and democratic things were in the An Royal College, trying to make Xiao Fei and Wang Zheng stay, and here, things like that happened. "Student Wang Zheng, let me apologize to you first." Wang Zheng was shocked. He didnt expect the old man standing in front of him to do that, and it made him feel embarrassed. It was actually nothing more than just youngsters getting into a fight. It was all over now, and he didnt think matters would blow up this way. "Dean, I am at fault too. I should not have behaved so rashly." Lin Hong chuckled. "If it were me when I was younger, I wouldve fought if I was treated unfairly too." Hearing that, Wang Zhengughed. He suddenly developed good feelings toward Lin Hong. He was clearly not a stubborn old man. The royal dean was indeed not just a dean. But Lin Hongs instruction was still to deal with it in a low-profile manner. Whoever was responsible would be dealt with ording to the books. This was not difficult to pull off, especially when it came to someone like Klimton. He had no regard for Wang Zheng, and he had spouted some nonsense. "Ha! Thatd must be on the verge of death!" Klimton chuckled, speaking to Kasta and Scar. He was the boss. He had to regain his reputation no matter what. "Boss, youre the wisest. That guy is totally blind. Now he knows whats good for him!" "Here, cheers to Boss!" The three of them were getting high when a few members of the An Discipline Committee walked in. "Klimton, we were informed by the Student Union that you have been expelled. At the same time, you have been put onto Ans list of unweed persons. Pack your things and leave immediately," the leader of the group said coldly. "F*ck, Miguel, are you talking nonsense? You? F*ck off!" Klimton roared, standing up swaying. "This is an order of banishment. This is the seal of your embassy. Look closely!" Miguels expressions was cold, but he was shocked to the core. Klimton creating trouble was nothing new. He was just a pile of sh*t from Arbiter. Because of his status, and because he was afraid of those who were stronger and targeted only the weak, and also because he behaved like a dog in front of Eliya and the rest, nobody had ever done anything to him. Who knew whom he had offended this time. He had been ruthlessly eliminated right away. Chapter 328: Fatal Blow from the Shadows Chapter 328: Fatal Blow from the Shadows Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Even if a mistake was made in school, it would only be dealt with with a demerit, or if it was more severe, suspension. This usually happened only if an Anianw was broken. It was evident that Klimton was not that stupid. It could only be said that he had met someone even more ruthless than he was, causing him not to just get expelled, but also banished from An over a small matter. Just who was it, who had such great powers? This move was equivalent to offending an important Arbiter family. Even though Klimton was not a prominent figure, you should always look at the owner before beating up a dog. No matter what, when everyone saw Klimton in this state, they felt pretty good. Klimton plunged into a chair. ".... thats not possible.... why is this happening..." When Eliya received word, she was rather shocked too. It was just a small matter, how did things turn out this way? Could it be Xiao Feis influence? Just because of her? She may be a renowned scientist, but was this even something she could do? "Raphael, go investigate what happened!" said Eliya. Klimton was in the wrong, but now that things had turned out this way, it was a challenge to the reputation of the Thistle Flower Union of Autonomy led by her. Was it Oz? Klimton was stupid, but not so stupid as to offend someone he couldnt deal with. There must be something going on behind this. "Granduncle, youre the best! Bullies like that must be dealt with severely, or people would despise our An." On the Skylink, Huiyin was incredibly happy. "You littless, giving me trouble all the time." Lin Hong chuckled affectionately. "How did you know about Klimton?" Lin Hong didnt think much of it at first either. But after finding out what happened, he was rather shocked too. It was not just this one incident. Thatd had a stinking reputation in school. There were pros and cons of students managing issues autonomously, and this was one of the cons. "Hehe. Professor Xiao Fei and I are good friends. Her disciple was mistreated. I have put in a lot of effort in inviting her here, so dont embarrass me, OK?" "You imp. If you can make Xiao Fei stay on An, not only grandpa, even the King would reward you generously." Lin Hong smiled. Research of space has always been a main topic. Xiao Fei was outstanding in the past, but she did not have any groundbreaking achievements. Things were different now. Looking at the current trend, it was very likely that Xiao Fei would take the lead in the next 50 years of scientific thinking. An had to consider that indeed. This time round, they had put in a lot of resources. On one hand, it was Huiyins request. On another, they were showing Xiao Fei goodwill. In terms of attracting talents, An had always given their best. This Wang Zheng was an entricd. He was Xiao Feis disciple and the team ;eader of the Sr Systems team in IG. It seemed like itd be possible for the rumors to be true. Wang Zhengs achievements most likely originated from Xiao Fei. There was nothing special about saying something surprising in ss from time to time. With regards to Lin Huiyin, Lin Hong did not read much into it. That kid had always had a sense of justice. Itd be fine if she didnt know, but once she had found out, she would never let things slide. Fishes could not survive in perfectly clean water. Lin Hong had always been toozy to deal with nobodies like that. But since this happened, it was a perfect opportunity to take action and put the school back in order. "Huiyin, how is it? Are things settled?" Ye Zisu asked, panicky. "Dont worry. Small issue. With me around, thugs like that have no room to survive!" Ye Zisu heaved a sigh of relief. When she heard that Wang Zheng had been taken away by the police, she was shocked. Seemed like the situation in An Royal College was ratherplicated, or ..... the status of the Sr System Federation was really poor. Otherwise, given their cowardice, they wouldnt dare do a thing. Only when they were out did they understand how important it was for their country to be powerful. "Sister Zisu, it was an ident. Those baddies have been severely punished. I promise such problems will never arise again." Ye Zisu smiled faintly. "Why, I still have to thank you. Oh, how is the songing along?" "Ive made a few recordings, but the results are not great. The one we did with Wang Zheng had the best result. Im trying to figure out if we should use a different approach," Lin Huiyin said, blinking. Ye Zisu smiled. Of course itd be different. This song was written for Wang Zheng to begin with. Who would it suit if not him? "My cousins too much. What meeting? Itd be settled if she just pushed it off. Sister Zisu, do you want me to introduce some new friends to you? So that you wont be so lonely and bored." Ye Zisu smiled. Every position was different. Aina would not be able to do whatever she liked like Lin Huiyin. At least for now, there was nothing to be envious about being a princess. "Nah, I made friends too. An is a great ce. Ive learned many things." Ye Zisu was like a fish being ced in the sea for the past couple of days. It has to be said that the Royal Colleges basic conditions were way better than OMGs. In terms of their storage, OMG was no match. In the past, Ye Zisu thought that herpanys researchboratories were outstanding. But now, it seemed like they had been living in their own world. Such differences could not be made up for in one or two days. But as the new generation of Earthlings, Ye Zisu suddenly felt a strong sense of desire. Someday, she would make a contribution to the Earths rise to power, and she would not let others belittle Earth! It was the origin of mankind! Lin Huiyin would never be able to understand such a sentiment. A wonderful idea came to her mind. Great! Her heart started pounding. She wanted to try it out right away. Wang Zheng was released. He didnt think of it as anything much, but for others, a student that was treated this way was likely to be mentally affected for a long time. But for Wang Zheng.... it really was a small issue. Even Lin Hong and Xiao Fei found it odd. He was not putting up a front. A persons attitude could not be masked. Plus, Lin Hong didnt have a very good impression of Wang Zheng. After all, he was one of the perpetrators in this incident. But an attitude like that and such breadth of mind did surprise Lin Hong. Xiao Fei had to take care of some things in the aftermath. Wang Zheng had caused a lot of trouble in a police station after all. But as his teacher, she didnt want to let her disciple be over exposed, or to go through unnecessary procedures. This entire thing was Ans responsibility to begin with. Xiao Fei had minored in internationalw back in university. Wang Zheng was getting ready to head back when he met someone he did not expect. He was pacing up and down outside. It was Chi Muye. Wang Zheng felt warm inside. Brothers from a different part of the world. "Hey, Muye, what are you pacing up and down for?" Chi Muye turned around the moment he heard the voice. He jumped upon seeing Wang Zheng. "Youve really been released! Thats great! Here, something for you!" When he finished speaking, something ck and sticky was smeared across Wang Zhengs face. Student Wang was stunned. Then Chi Muye gave Wang Zheng a hug. "Congrats on getting out. I specially went online to check on Earth customs. Its said that you use curdy things to get rid of bad luck when getting out of such ces. I went to great lengths to dig up this mud. Its considered curdy." Wang Zheng stared nkly. This was probably the most unlucky thing that happened to him all day. Fortunately, Chi Muye had prepared a towel for him to clean up... Wang Zheng spat as he wiped. "What fake site did you read that on? Even though we do have that custom, its beancurd!" "Beancurd... what is beancurd? Something simr will do...." Chi Muye looked at him innocently. Wang Zheng felt defeated. He did not want to dwell on this anymore. "Next time, just follow the customs of An. Dont do these things anymore." "Hehe. Wang Zheng, how did you do that?" Chi Muye asked curiously. "What how did I do that?" "Klimton! Dont you know, that guy has been expelled and even banished! There are so many people who are happy and excited about this. Its great!" "It was probably Professor Xiao Fei. That guy is lucky. Otherwise, I wouldve definitely taught him a good lesson on how to behave!" Wang Zheng chuckled. He was not actually angry. He had felt pretty good about the fight. It felt terrible not having the opportunity to train for some time. Chi Muye half believed and half doubted it, but he didnt want to have any more trouble. It could only be said that Klimton had done too many evil deeds. This was what youd get for always bullying honest men. Wang Zhengs Skylink rang. It was a message from Xiao Fei. Thank Huiyin properly. You better not get into trouble all the time. This is An, not Earth. Dont think I can get you out of trouble anywhere. While it was a little cheeky, the message was clear. The incident had gotten quite out of hand. Xiao Fei defended him, but as a disciple, he should try to give her less problems. Damn. Why did he always meet lousy people like that? Well, its just that other people could probably put up with such things, but he simply couldnt. However, seeing how happy Chi Muye was, perhaps someone had to do something about such things. Maybe someone else, or maybe him. Chapter 329: Enthusiastic Aslanian Girl Chapter 329: Enthusiastic Anian Girl Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng really did not expect something so small to cause so much worry for the people around him. The moment Ye Zisu saw Wang Zheng, she inspected him from head to toe, and she was only relieved when she made sure he was OK. Standing beside them, Chi Muyes jaw dropped wide open while staring at Ye Zisu. "Im Wang Zhengs best friend on An. Student Zisu, right? If you encounter any issues on An, feel free toe to me. I am known as the renowned Maca Tiger. Theres nothing I cant do." In an instant, Chi Muye had turned into a chivalrous person. "So there are pretty girls on Earth too." Wang Zheng was betweenughter and tears. "What are you saying? Did you really think Earth was some sort of primitive world?" Ye Zisu couldnt help but giggle. "I only found out when I came to An too that the outside world had so many misunderstandings about Earth." "Its actually just ack of understanding. Zisu, seems like there is a need for us to help everybody understand Earth better." Wang Zhengs eyes glimmered. Going through all these events did not bring him down. Instead, it riled him up. The more this was the case, the more they had to put up a fight. "Big Brothers raising the g? Of course Zisu will follow with all her heart!" Zisu felt the same. As an Earthling, she would never back down. "Alright, alright, since we are all fated, let me buy you all a meal. Lets celebrate Wang Zheng getting out of trouble!" Chi Muye chuckled. Ye Zisu was one hundred percent confident in Wang Zhengs capabilities. After all, she was the heir of OMG and had been well versed with societys structure of power since young. Fighting for Earthlings in An Royal College was not something that could be done with ones capabilities alone. Sometimes, Ye Zisu felt useless. In times like this, there were too few things that she could do, while for Lin Huiyin, some things could be easily resolved with just one line. "Zisu, here." Not far away, a girl in a flowy, long dress waved at Zisu. Zisu smiled. "Big Brother, this is my friend, Bi Yuyan. She majors in mech research and design, and she has helped me a lot in the past few days." Bi Yuyan was very tall. A typical Anian. Very enthusiastic. "Wang Zheng, nice to finally meet you. Ive heard from Zisu that she has a really outstanding big brother." "Heh. You must be disappointed. Zisu, dont praise your own family," said Wang Zheng. "Chi Muye, my friend." "I know. The Know-it-All of the Physics Department. Its said that you have a way to resolve anything." Bi Yuyan chuckled. "Well, well. Its my honor to be of everyones service. If you prettydies have any problems, feel free toe to me. I will do my best, even give you my life." Chi Muye gleamed upon seeing two pretty girls. He did not bring up anything about rewards. "Ill buy all of you a meal today. Weve travelled millions of miles to be friends." Bi Yuyan smiled and nodded. She took Ye Zisu by the arm and said, "Since someones treating, lets not stand on courtesy." Bi Yuyan was the type who was pleasing to the eyes. The first nce at her probably made people feelfortable, and the more you looked, the better-looking she appeared. She had a ssic air of elegance, a good personality, and a very sincere smile. It could be seen that the Maca Tiger was rather eligible. He had put in a good deal of money to treat them too ssy tea with snacks. It was an expensive meal and was iparable to the free food they got. It has to be said that news travelled fast. Everybody knew the thing about Klimton being banished, but from they way they spoke, it seemed that the Anians did not care much for that person. Klimton was a typical bully, and it was a wonder how people like him could stay in school for so long. "In the future, if you have any problems, feel free toe to me. Not big problems perhaps, but I can handle small problems." "Yuyan is amittee member of the Student Union and also a member of the An Discipline Committee. Actually, for things like that, just go straight to the Discipline Committee and they will handle it right away," said Ye Zisu. Wang Zheng did notment. He did not have the habit of relying on others. Moreover, waiting for backup to arrive in emergencies? Hed be beaten into a pulp by then. "Cant tell that you are rather skillful. Klimtons twockies may be ordinary members in the Kendo Society, theyve learned a thing or two," Bi Yuyan asked with curiosity. "I train a little in close-quartersbat sometimes. Its a personal interest of mine." Wang Zheng took a sip of the expensive ck tea. It was a pity that the taste was pretty much average. Chi Muye, on the other hand, seemed to be enjoying it very much. "Oh, really? Then youre in luck. An values close-quartersbat skills very much. We have very specific categories, like Kendo, Judo, Ultimate, and so on. Its of the best quality in the whole Milky Way. If you have time, you should try it. Youd learn a lot." Wang Zheng smiled. He had... zero interest in these things. Compared to the martial arts he learned in the Rubiks cube, these were all nothing. They were too easy. Bi Yuyan had an eye for detail. She seemed to notice the insipid look in Wang Zhengs eyes, but she did not expose him for it. She remained enthusiastic. "Its harder to get into a society, but if youre interested in any of them, I can help you to resolve the membership issues." Bi Yuyan was doing this for Ye Zisu. It was the first time she had met such a talented friend whom she got along well with. She only regretted the fact that they met sote. This was Ye Zisus big brother. A big brother who seemingly caused plenty of worry. Bi Yuyan wanted to make Wang Zheng stay in hisne and not cause Ye Zisu any trouble. When something happened, Ye Zisu immediately put aside everything she was doing and rushed over immediately. "Sure." Wang Zheng felt that she was being overly enthusiastic. "Yuyan, Ive heard that theres plenty of pretty girls in the An Discipline Committee. Could you introduce some of them to me?" Chi Muye finally said something. And he cut right to the chase. Bi Yuyan smiled. "Of course. Youvee to the right person. I have a few close friends who are still single. They dont like how boring Anian men are either." She nced at Wang Zheng as she spoke. This was an interesting person. When it came to girls, any slightly normal boy would be greatly interested, or they would at least react positively. He did not have much of a reaction. Could he be feeling inferior? She really couldnt tell how extroverted and confident this person was. He was sort of different from what Zisu had described. "Wang Zheng, do you have a girlfriend?" Bi Yuyan asked zestfully. Wang Zheng was about to answer her question when Bi Yuyan continued. It was clear that Wang Zheng had a boring personality. She had alreadye to her own conclusion. "I heard from Zisu that you have made great aplishments in physics. Anian girls like clever boys best. I have an outstanding friend in the Physics Department. Perhaps youll have a lot inmon." Wang Zheng smiled bitterly and gestured with his hands. This girl was way too enthusiastic. "Theres no need to. I have a girlfriend." "Really? A friend from Earth? We should keep trying new things while were still young. Why dont you talk to her and see if you have anything inmon? Starting with being friends will do." Bi Yuyan seemed unconcerned. It was normal to date at this age; whats the big deal? Plus, given her professional judgement, this big brother of Zisu was probably still a virgin. At least he looked inexperienced. Wang Zheng waved his hands. "No need. I really do have a girlfriend. Shes Anian too." "Ah? Really? Wang Zheng, you act way too quickly. Ive been on An for a few years now and I havent found a suitable girlfriend," Chi Muye said, curling his lips. Bi Yuyans lips curled. This man was such a brag. "Oh, really? Is she also from the Royal College?" Wang Zheng didnt want to talk about this anymore, but Bi Yuyan had no intention of letting it go. "Zisu, does your big brother really have a girlfriend? I am prepared to introduce the belle of the Physics Department to him. Im a council member of the Student Union, and I mean what I say." Ye Zisus face fell, but very quickly, she smiled again. "Yuyan, youre way too zealous. Big Brother is attached." "Oh, alright then. I couldnt tell that youd act so quickly," Bi Yuyan said, sizing up Wang Zheng. No matter how she looked, this nerdyd couldnt possibly hook up with an Anian girl. "Ahem. Sister Yuyan, stop doing that, will you? Show me some concern instead. There is another single man here." Chi Muye said pitifully. "How could you not know the pretty girls in school? Theres no need for me to make introductions for you." Bi Yuyan said. Seemed like Chi Muye was pretty well-known, too. "Thats not the same, you only see whats on the outside. If you really understand what Im like on the inside, youll discover my plus sides." Chi Muye said, patting himself on the chest. "Student Yuyan, you can consider it. At least when I first came to An, Muye helped me out a great deal. I think a helpful person would make a good choice of boyfriend." Wang Zheng immediately helped promote Chi Muye. "Alright, Ill try." "Oh, who were you going to introduce Wang Zheng to? Could it be.." "Of course its Si Jiali. Is there a second belle in the Physics Department?" Bi Yuyan chuckled. Pfffffft.... A mouthful of tea was spat right into Wang Zheng. Chi Muye could not swallow his tea in a crucial moment like that, but he couldnt possibly spit it at the girls, so... Why didnt he spit in a direction where it was empty? Not sure. Perhaps he was looking for a target. Student Wang couldnt help but wipe his face. What was wrong today? He had been spat at continuously. "Ahem, Yuyan, are you trying to help him or sabotage him?" Chi Muye was betweenughter and tears. "Wang Zheng, Im not saying that youre bad, its just, Si Jiali, her, status..." "You boys are too stupid. Si Jiali is cold, but she likes talented boys. Especially in terms of physics. Zisu said youve made great contributions in space physics, and I believe she wasnt exaggerating," said Bi Yuyan. "Yuyan, dont go through that much trouble. Big Brother wont like her," Ye Zisu said bitterly. Chi Muye and Bi Yuyan were stunned. This... well, there was a limit to how much one could brag. Thankfully, they did not carry on with this subject. It would go overboard if they went on talking about it. It was going to hurt others egos. At that moment, Ye Zisu had really hoped that Aina would appear. After the four of them parted ways, Wang Zheng headed to the training building of the Mech Department. He had finally gotten the identity card, and he had to try it out no matter what. That was his main purpose ofing here. At the thought of that, his worries were all thrown out of the window. Most importantly, he could experience for himself the top-notch high-end mecha of the Milky Way. He was filled with the desire to pilot them. Who knew, maybe he could get another try at piloting an Antean mech. Chapter 330: Overlord’s Single Strike! Chapter 330: Overlords Single Strike! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Being at the mech battle rooms for the second time, Wang Zheng couldnt wait to dash in and get his hands on to the simtors. Even the lower-end mech rooms were rather huge. Most importantly, the mock training system on An was said to beparable to a real battle, and furthermore, there was no need to hold back. They could exhibit their attacking skills at ease. It was undeniable that the Maca Tiger was very reliable. The mech ID he had gotten was rather useful, and he received user rights straight away. It wasnt actually as bad as Chi Muye had described. There were five different levels of user rights for students, and the one that Wang Zheng had was level two. It was not the worst. The mech training field was humongous. There were many of the same type of mecha, and there were also therger mecha types. What Wang Zheng saw was merely the tip of the iceberg, just a small part of the mecha training field. An Royal College had indeed put in everything for their hardware and facilities. In Anian words, although one might never be the very best at piloting a mech, since they could get the best in terms of hardware with their money, why not? This was no doubt the tone of wealthy men. But.... damn. Why was the mech training room so popr? Student Wang was prepared to have a good time, only to find that there were many people who shared simr thoughts. Other than the rooms being used for ss, all others were allowed to be used freely within the levels of rights given. However, the usage of the room was also affected by different levels of priority within the levels of user rights! Dammit, what sort of lousy day was this? The training rooms were almostpletely filled. Especially those with lower levels of authorization. What a scam. After going all the way around the field, he finally caught sight of a training room door opening. Student Wang dashed up immediately. The guy took a quick nce at Wang Zheng and said, "Im going to the toilet, wait for your turn!" God damn. Wang Zheng felt helpless, but thankfully, Student Wangs brain worked fast. He connected to the system using his Skylink to check if there were unpopr mecha. He couldnt believe that all mecha were being used. It was a pity that there were no Wargod No. 1, Hercules, or mecha of that type. To put it simply, mecha that were way too far on the lower spectrum were not used on An. In the Anian mecha beliefs, the pilots were important and so were the mecha. Wasting time on poor quality mecha was also a form of disrespect towards the pilots. They were elitist from head to toe. Very soon, Wang Zheng found an unupied mech. An Arbiter Overlord mech. This mech was not of a low level, but here, it was ssified as a level two and was left unused. It was probably because Arbiter had a bad name on An. Wang Zheng immediately rushed over ording to the instructions on screen. Zoom..! The feeling of adrenaline surged through him This was a true blue Overlord mech! Looking at the slightlyrger than usual mech, Wang Zheng felt excited. This feeling of realness was not something CT could bring about. When a person had sufficient skills and abilities to operate a mech, he would surely look for a new challenge. Only that would make him feel alive. After touching and experiencing how it felt, Wang Zheng entered the cockpit. That feeling and level offort... Arbiters may be weird, but their mecha were pretty good. Wang Zheng didnt know how he would apply the thing that Xie Yuxin had said about Ability X. But at the very least, he could make use of this period to understand more about mecha. A real battle was the best way of allowing one to understand the capabilities of a mech. "Student 12122, begin battle?" "Yes." Wang Zheng was puzzled. This was what Chi Muye imed to be a good number... Once a real Overlord mech was used, they would feel the amount of pressure on the body increase. This mech was indeed rather violent, but the power it could exert wasrger than normal mecha too. And such feelings could not be experienced in CT. The humongous shield was polished finely and was detailed. The sides were imprinted with spirals that were obviously used to increase its spinning speed and ability to rotate. The smoothness of the arched tip was a work of art. The mech seemed steady but was able to exert a burst of movement if needed. A hooked pike hung from its hands, and it feltfortable to hold. It was so detailed that even the spiral design of the hook allowed the pilot to improve his grasp on the weapon. This type of mech could actually exude an aura on men. Different levels of understanding of mecha would givepletely different effects. Among the various types of weapons, the pike was frequently used in training. It could be used in all sorts of situations and adapt to anything. Reality could never be reced by the virtual world. In CT, Wang Zheng could only use certain tricks and techniques at most. But this was apletely different thing. The designer of this mech had put in a lot of effort. This was truly a masterpiece. The shield! The use of the shield was rather broad too. It appeared to be used for defense, but it could also be used in attacks. Basically, the Overlord had been designed with simplicity in mind. Even its cannon firing capabilities were simple. Simplicity also made it easy for it to inflict damage. The pike was good. It was exquisite. For someone who was good at using pikes, it could be used however they wished. It was a pity that the Arbiters were talented at war but stopped short at the surface. The Overlord mech stood motionless in the training room, as though it was senile. Even the system gave out a warning. "Student 12122, Please do not waste shared resources. If no selection is made in 30 seconds, the system will log off automatically. Thank you." 29... 28... 27... Every sound was like some sort of a melody. It has to be said that mecha these days were like weapons in the ancient days. It could indeed cause a wonderful change when in the hands of a warrior. The user of the Antis Phantom King was not Wang Zheng. He was more like an on-looker. But it was not the same situation. He personally felt something extraordinary. 8... 7... 6... The Overlord mech boomed to life. It stepped forward suddenly, shields raised, looking intimidating. The pike struck without warning, and as it turned around, it moved as vigorously as a dragon flying into the skies, its grandeur second to none. Ratatat ratatat ratatat... It moved with an extremely rhythmic pulse, like a majestic and grand war song. The change between pike and the enormous shield, coupled with the seemingly normal but unfathomable footwork, made people feel as if they were watching a flowing piece of art. Time had lost all meaning. Wang Zheng waspletely engrossed in it. This was the excitement he wanted. The feeling that he craved. The mech that he wanted! After a set of extremely ferocious attacks, Wang Zheng was perspiring. He was pumped up. He was in his best condition. This was how it felt after a warm-up. Now, for a vigorous battle. Wang Zheng opened up the selection menu and entered the anonymous battling mode. An probably had extraordinary standards. Wang Zheng picked a name out of the long list of challengers. This person had a domineering name - Lonely Ace. Lonely Ace was most probably an ace. This was not CT. Anyone who dared to use such a name had to be a master. The vice-president of the Fencing Society, Honduras. Fencing, an aristocratic sport recognized amongst many empires and republics. Only those who were extremely fast and reflexive could master this art of attacking. Honduras was out for a challenge. There was no need for him to be anonymous. He weed people he knew toe and challenge him. It was just that there were also cons to not being anonymous. The aces and masters would not challenge him, while the random opponents were too weak. Did he really have to openly challenge others all the time? At An Royal College, anyone with a status valued challenges but would not challenge anyone. At times, they would rather be anonymous. Nobody showed up even after a long wait. Honduras was ready to leave when someone connected. Anonymous.... Damn. Which dumbass is it this time, trying his luck in attempt to get fame? Well, since hes here, lets just y. "Time to teach this newbie a lesson, buddy!" Honduras was only good at using one type of mech. The An Imperial Swordsman. This was actually a mech more suited for female pilots. It was light and agile. But most people with a fencing background liked this mech. It could exhibit the cold methods of fencing attacks. In the manifold of warfare tactics, fencing was the best! Wang Zheng was deeply engrossed. The mech used by the opponent was clearly simr to the Brightmoon, but its attitude appeared neutral. Probably an assassin-type mech that emphasised agility and speed. When Honduras saw that the opponent was using an Overlord, he was betweenughter and tears. Which Arbiter dummy fancied using an Overlord to challenge him? A ssic nutcase. Using the Imperial Swordsman to attack the Overlord was a beating session that had zero difficulty. He would suppress the enemy to his death! Ten seconds was all he needed to end the match. "Eh.... someone challenged Honduras." "Oh, damn, who is cocky enough to use an Overlord to challenge an Imperial Swordsman? Did this guy swallow some kind of magic pill?" "Probably fell out of love, looking for something to make him feel alive again." "Nothing fun about it. It will take one minute at most to end the match." "Damn, you take Honduras for a cripple? Half a minute will be enough." Wang Zheng very much enjoyed the state he was in. The outside world had nothing to do with him at all. It was as if he and the mech had be one. The silver mech came at him at an extreme speed, with simple yet ferocious steps. By the looks of such an attack, there was no doubt a Leaping Strike would be used. It was an exquisite move that had been repeatedly trained. The Overlord mech moved with its shield raised, just as everybody had expected. When faced with the agile and fast Imperial Swordsman, put up a passive defense. That... That was why the Overlord was often used like a tortoises shell. But right in that instant, the Overlord mech moved sideways. From raising of shields to its moving, it all looked like a hint that told the opponent "attacking is the right move." Yet it was a misstep. The Overlord mech struck its pike right out. Zoom! The Imperial Swordsman was impaled and raised! The students who were watching and chatting suddenly stopped. .... this ... damn, just what was that, how was that possible!?!?! Boom.... Anonymous, win! five seconds, just five seconds! Honduras mech was killed in one strike! GOD! In that instant, Honduras did sense danger. It was a premonition that had developed after years of training. However, he didnt know what the problem was. By the time he reacted, it had already ended. Raising the shield and faking a movement, but moving aside to strike and attack. The judgement was impable. It could be said that Honduras waspletely eaten up. Who was that!? A master from Arbiter hade out to y??? But with the Imperial Swordsmans defensive abilities, how was it possible for a pike to impale it in one strike??? It wasnt usible even without the protective gear. Being sent flying was more probable. What was going on? "What did you say? Honduras was taken down in a second? Who from Arbiter has challenged him?" "A nameless soldier? Thats impossible, the Arbiters never hide their names!" "Impaled with one strike? How is that possible? Do you think An mecha are made of paper?" It was a normal pike, and even if full force had been used, the mech was most likely to be sent flying, not get impaled. The level of destructiveness was entirely different. But in the instant the move was made, the spear and the shield hade into contact with each other. It was not loud, but it was certainly forceful. The force of the spins was inplete control. Take a step back, tilt ny degrees around, spin, and strike! This was the most fatal method of attack in all of the spear moves! Chapter 331: I Actually Hit Nothing? Chapter 331: I Actually Hit Nothing? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Having won the match, Wang Zheng was extremely pleased. He had not had such a good fight in a long time. Even though he got rid of the opponent in just one strike, that person had good reflexes and had put him in danger. It was too bad he wasgging just a little behind. Amongst the weapons that Bonehead introduced, this spiked sword was not one of them. It was included in one of the eighteen weapons and required one to possess speed, uracy, and dexterity. However, it was only useful on the surface. Wang Zheng was getting ready to hit the iron when it was hot and fight another round to properly experience the Overlord when his Skylink rang. It was Yan Xiaosu. "Boss, are you having so much fun in An you forgot about home? Is Sister-inw there?" said Yan Xiaosus slutty voice. "Shes not back yet. She should be back soon." "Hah. All good things are worth waiting for. Try to be more understanding, Boss. I heard that there are many foxy men in An, youve got to protect Zisu and not let her get tricked." "Even if you get sold off, Zisu would never get tricked." "Hah, thats true. Neither of you are around, so Im all alone and sad." "Dont act pitiful. I know you. Tell me, whats up?" "Lets... y. Ive gone through too muchtely," said Yan Xiaosu. He was actually feeling lonely. What happened with An Mei... there was no right or wrong, but he had still been hurt. He had thought that his sess could make him happy, but in actual fact, Mother Ans change in attitude didnt bring anything. He had spent all his time learning and dealing withpany matters, and when he got tired, hed y for a round or two. But he still wasnt over it. Wang Zheng didnt say much. He did not have much of an interest in CT, but if Yan Xiaosu requested, hed definitely y with him. He had known Yan Xiaosu for many years, and there was no way he didnt know about Yan Xiaosus situation. This time around, he was taking a much longer time, which meant that he had truly invested himself in that rtionship. Sigh, this was just a game that would end up hurting him. Even without speaking of Yan Xiaosu and An Mei, his and Ainas future was also unclear. Even then, he couldnt stop it. If it was something that could be controlled or stopped, it wouldnt be love. Love was a strong word, but for a first rtionship, a real rtionship, Wang Zheng wanted to pursue it without any second thoughts, without a care about how it would end. At least, for himself, he would not have any regrets in future. Wang Zheng left the training room. There were too many leisure clubs in An. They were all for free, and not many people were interested in this thing. Wang Zheng left, and on the other end, Honduras was furious. How could there be anyone so shameless? Running away after winning. He couldve at least yed a best of three. Honduras screams and wails came out from the training room. This was certainly a sign that told people to stay away. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu entered a two-yer mode. "KINGs operations are going rather smoothly. Oh, right, Boss, this FLC seems to have a high opinion of us. To be honest, after going through the Margate and CT incident, I have no good feelings towards these monopolies anymore, but they are really sincere. So sincere that I feel worried," said Yan Xiaosu. Businessmen were after profits, and he believed that this project would bring them a great profit, but he still felt weird about it. It was just that he was already in on it and couldnt back down. Plus, this money was life-saving. "You said they came to you on their own?" "Yes, think about it, how did they find me? I think its odd. I had really thought they were a scam at first. What a weird thing to happen. But no matter what, operations are good right now. Weve finally toughed through the tough times." Wang Zheng nodded. "Just be careful. Either way, there was no problem with the contracts." Yan Xiaosu had more considerations. Could apany that had newly emerged be more than meets the eyes? Perhaps they could even beundering money or something of the sort. That would be the worst case scenario, but he may have over thought things. After all, everything went ording to legal procedures, and it couldnt possibly be that all the officials of the Sr System Federation were idiots. But Wang Zheng thought of Old Merchant. If anybody woulde to their aid, Old Merchant was the most likely one to do so. He was able to do so well after spending just a few years with Old Merchant, but what about Old Merchant himself? However, Old Merchant only made one-waymunications. Only he coulde to Wang Zheng. He would have to ask him for his contact info the next time they meet. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu entered the arena. It was a five versus five battle, and Yan Xiaosu regained his zeal. This was the advantage of the inte, and that was, it was able to bring people closer together despite the distance "Brothers, lets go up, shoulder to shoulder, and kill that noob there!" Yan Xiaosu said, full of vigor. ... "What are you doing? Charge!" "Damn, its true!" "Seems like it. Theres no space behind the name, and it doesnt look like its fake." "Alive? Oh, God, its really the legendary...." "I think so." "Whats going on? Were in the diamond rank, and theres actually a few tinum and gold yers, and even some without ranks, this...." They finished the conversation, and the few pilots rubbed their eyes furiously. The teammate had stopped speaking. "Its fake, isnt it?" "Why would he be here!?" "... Ive just checked the ID out. It seems... real." "Dammit, whats there to fight? How did theye up with such a grouping? This is my rank up match, its inhumane!" "Alright, if youre killed by Skeleton, even the system would take pity on you. Charge!" "Yes, a chance to y with an ace is hard toe by." Wang Zheng hadnt gone on CT for a long time now. He had long forgotten about his situation there, but him forgetting about CT didnt mean that others forgot about him. Even Yan Xiaosu had forgotten about his influence in CT. After he started managing KING, Yan Xiaosu had gotten to see the higher levels in the world. He felt that fame in CT was nothing and had forgotten about it. After a short outburst of shock and surprise, the party excitedlyunched an attack on the other party. This was no longer a rhythm of winning while lying down, it was winning with ones eyes closed! So what if there were five diamond ranked yers? So what if there were fiftying at them? But those on the opposite team were not letting it go so easily. A strike overhead and a strike under. Moreover, fighting with a legendary character felt great. Wang Zheng picked the Overlord at random... and it felt awkward. Perhaps it was because the feeling of using a real mech was too good, and using this afterwards was too awkward indeed. It was no wonder a true expert would never y CT. It ruined the feeling of piloting an actual mech. But after some adjustment, battling was not a problem. They were directly faced with Glory Rider. He was diamond ranked, but he was so nervous, he had started perspiring. Stay calm, youve got to stay calm. Holding on for just a couple of seconds would be considered a win. Zoom! The Overlords spear struck. He spun around, and Chicken Run had made a quick run, taking a huge slide-step back in retreat. Wang Zheng followed up. The Overlord struck again and charged, but the opponent had escaped again. Damn it. Wang Zheng felt gloomy. His rhythm was off. Even his attacks felt weird. The Overlord had disyed its ws from head to toe. It would not do if Wang Zheng used the feeling of piloting the Overlord in real life in CT. However, the previous feeling was just too blissful. He couldnt just forget it like that. A mech like the Overlord had its problems, and that is, if he missed his attack, he would be vulnerable to a counter-attack. But... even though the few diamond ranks had clearly seen the ws, they were stillpletely focused on hiding and avoiding. Even Yan Xiaosu saw the w, but the opponents would not take the offensive no matter what. Eventually, Wang Zheng killed them like a blind cat taking on dead rats. In ten odd minutes, the opponents were all taken down. Their teammates congrattions and admiration came in non-stop. Their opponents were ecstatic. Theyd held on for such a long time, which really was something to celebrate. "Boss, youre rather merciful, but the pretense was too obvious." Yan Xiaosu chuckled. There were so many missed hits. Wang Zheng stared nkly and then smiled bitterly. "I really didnt put on an act. Ive been training in the Overlord mech recently, and the real thing is very different from the virtual one. I havent gotten used to the rhythm in the game, and I was still wondering why they hadnt retaliated." Yan Xiaosu gaped. Chicken Run was very d too. Skeleton was a good man, giving him face because he knew the huge disparity of levels between them. Retaliate? He was not dumb. If he were to counter attack during those so-called "missed hits", he would definitely be killed right away. Damn, he was smart. The opponents had even sent a thank you note, which put Yan Xiaosu and Wang Zheng betweenughter and tears. This was perhaps the legendary air of a king. It was formidable indeed, making the enemy bow without putting up a fight. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu had lost their interest in re-matching, so they chatted about what they were up to recently. Zhang Shan, Zhang Runan, and Meng Tian were furiously training, and it was said that Meng Ao had given them special treatment, strengthening their training. Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun were doing even better. They had be representatives of the Physics Department and even became the president and vice-president of the Ares College CT Club. It was said that there was a huge group of elder sisters wooing Chen Xiu, but it was just that Chen Xiu had sworn not to have someone older than him. He had to find a younger girl, no matter what. The thing was, even the neers were older than him. The poor child probably had a phobia of older girls. But.... to others, it was certainly a blessing. Yao Ailun was going down hard on the younger brother recently. Yet Chen Xiu really hoped his three elder sisters would get married quickly so that he could be a real man. Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu roared inughter. Wang Zheng also told Yan Xiaosu interesting stories about An, including how he had beaten a rich mans son from Arbiter, of course. Yan Xiaosu jumped up and down in excitement. Too bad he wasnt in An. But as long as KING Corp. did well, they would sooner orter enter Anian markets. Not just An. Bing a giant in the Milky Way was no mere dream either. Two years ago, they were just two kids sitting on the hills behind the school, talking about their lives and their dreams. Back then, they thought it would all just be a dream. But now.... Perhaps the dream simply wasnt that far from their reach. Sometimes youd just have to grapple without thinking. Luck would only appear after you put up a fight. After chatting with Yan Xiaosu for some time, Wang Zheng was in a good mood. The further from home, the more dear a brothers voice would sound. He turned on his Skylink and noticed that there were a few messages. .... all from Lin Huiyin. "Wang Zheng, Im looking for you!" "Why arent you answering your Skylink? Im getting angry!" "I am really angry now, I will ruin you!" "Alright, I will be magnanimous and not be angry at you!" "Wang Zheng, you are a baddie!" Wang Zheng was betweenughter and tears. He had been happily chatting with Yan Xiaosu and didnt notice her messages. Thatss was too impatient. Chapter 332: Rose Coat of Arms Chapter 332: Rose Coat of Arms Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Your Royal Highness, what is the matter?" Wang Zheng sent out a text message. Momentster, a reply came. "The Princess is furious. She wants to cut all ties with you!" "Oh. If thats the case, my ears will get to enjoy peace. Thats great." "You baddie! I shouldnt have bothered with you and let them lock you up!" Lin Huiyin was so mad, she wanted to sink her little canines into him. "Haha, just kidding. Thank you. Whats up, I was training and didnt see your message." No wonder everybody enjoyed teasing children. It was pretty fun indeed. Too bad nobody knew. Or they would scream, "Damn it. youre mocking the Princess. You will have to be caned and paraded around in public!" Honduras was speechless. The opponent had really slipped off after winning one round. And worst of all, he never came back, leaving him hanging there for three whole hours. Honduras was furious. How could someone so skilled be such a coward? Just who was it who provoked him? An Arbiter? It was both the most likely but also the least likely possibility. The Arbiters had just gotten into trouble. They were most likely to retaliate. But given the Arbiters characteristics, they would not keep such a low profile if they had won. How odd. There were just three more days before Aina returned to Mengtalis. It was a piece of good news Lin Huiyin had brought. But Lin Huiyins request was really giving Wang Zheng a terrible headache. Lin Huiyin wanted Wang Zheng to record the new single "Boundless Seas and Skies" with her, but Wang Zheng didnt want to. His voice was an amateur among the amateurs. Singing with Lin Huiyin would be asking for trouble. But the Princess Her Royal Highness had used her powers of clinginess. She wouldnt take no for an answer! Carrot and the stick, coaxing and cajoling. While, to put it in one sentence, if Wang Zheng refused, he would not have time to learn and study at the Royal College. Left without a choice, Wang Zheng could only squeeze out two hours a day for Lin Huiyin to do the song recording. And Ang was the "chauffeur" assigned to ferry Wang Zheng specially. Angplied withoutints, but she had her reservations about it. Finally getting rid of Lin Huiyin, Wang Zheng hurriedly rushed to a hometown gathering. A hometown gathering on An was, of course, the gathering of students from the Sr System. Even though Wang Zheng and friends were just exchange students, they were also considered part of the group. It was only natural that they had been invited. Ye Zisu had something on and couldnt attend the gathering. Wang Zheng thought that it wouldnt be nice if he didnt attend it either. After all, Earth had to have a representative no matter what. This gathering had been organized by the chairperson of the Sr System Federation Townsmen Society, Zhuo Hang. He was a fourth year student at the An Royal College and was considered a senior to all of them. Essentially, all students from the Sr System Federation would contact him upon arriving here. Rely on parents at home, but rely on seniors when studying abroad. Zhuo Hang was a member of the Royal Colleges Student Union. He wore a golden trident badge on his chest. Only members who were in the Student Union council were allowed to wear it. Together with the Thistle Flower of the Autonomy Union, and the Rose Coat of Arms of the Discipline Committee, it was one of the three main icons that represented the Royal College. This was, on one hand, a regr meeting, and on another, a wee to those who had just arrived. Anyone who could make it to Royal College, regardless of whether they could stay, were an important resource. As the chairperson of the society, Zhuo Hang knew this well. In fact, there were many things for the chairperson to do, but he always took things in his stride and did them willingly, all for the future. Ever since he showed up, Su Sa had ditched Dale aside to follow Zhuo Hang around, behaving all sweet and lovable. Dale was depressed. He had never thought that this girl would switch sides as quickly as flipping a switch. Gilbert and Song Naina, on the other hand, kept much lower profiles. Everybody else here were seniors. Zhuo Hang took pretty good care of Su Sa, his countrymen from the Moon. He had provided ample support on An in the past few days, something a rich man like Dale could never do. That money of his was just a floating cloud in An Royal College. Moreover, a girl like Su Sa didnt want money. A stage and a betterwork were more important than that. Zhuo Hangs heart was not with Su Sa. He kept ncing at the door, hoping that that figure would appear. But he was disappointed. Ye Zisu did not show up. The heiress of OMG, a major stakeholder of KING Corp., and a genius mech designer. Zhuo Hang had taken quite an interest in her. Unlike others, Ye Zisu could stay on An given her situation. But it was clear that Ye Zisu would not join An, and neither did she need to do so. For her, she had no need for all those things that were important to others. And what he could provide, Ye Zisu had no need of, at all. Zhuo Hang had paid close attention. Ye Zisu very quickly integrated into Ans environment. As for Wang Zheng, he got into trouble the moment he arrived. It was said that he wreaked havoc at a police station and had Xiao Fei show up to resolve the situation. He couldnt see what was so good about thatd that Professor Xiao Fei doted so much on him. If he was good-looking, so be it. But he was average at best, while Doctor Xiao Fei was a heavenly beauty. It was simply unfathomable. Wang Zheng had just gotten here, and he could sense that everyone looked at him as though they were looking at a beast. He was puzzled. "What happened? Why is everybody looking at me like that?" Wang Zheng asked, taking a seat beside Gilbert. Gilbert was an honest person. "News about your fight with Klimton and you wreaking havoc at a police station were huge. How do you think people will look at you?" Wang Zheng almost fell off his chair. Seriously? It was clear that he had encountered a gangster and was treated unfairly. How did it be him wreaking havoc? The rumours had gone too far. Seeing Gilberts expression, Wang Zheng couldnt be bothered to exin. He didnt care how others thought of him anyway. "Wang Zheng, that is Chairman Zhuo Hang, the boss of our Hometown Society. Hes from the Moon, a member of the Student Union. The only person from the Sr System Federation who got into the Student Union. He is a great man." Gilberts eyes were filled with admiration. He was very pleased that he could stay on An for some time. He felt as if he was here to admire the great people of all walks of life. Of course, to him, Wang Zheng deserved admiration too. Not many rash men would dare to fight others and cause trouble on An. Well, he had a good teacher, and there was nothing topete with that. Upon seeing Wang Zheng, Zhuo Hang took the initiative. "Wang Zheng, nice to finally meet you. I am Zhuo Hang, the chairman of the Hometown Society. Feel free toe to me if you face any problems on An." Wang Zheng stood up and shook his hand. "I hope Senior will treat me kindly." "Ha. I can only help with the small issues. If its big trouble, I cant help," Zhuo Hang said jokingly. Wang Zheng shrugged. "It was an ident." Zhuo Hang did not delve into it. He knew very well what sort of person Klimton was. It was too bad Klimton had offended the wrong man. But he didnt think that Xiao Fei from Earth had such a high level of influence on An. There were more than 30 people who attended the gathering. The overall feeling was one that was warm and weing. Even though they were not emotional about meeting up, one could sense that they were all willing to stick up for one another. "Brothers and Sisters who have just arrived, wee. We came here just slightly before you did and can share our experiences. My advice is for all of you to join a society as soon as you can. Only then can you integrate into the An Royal College. The opportunity is rare, please dont just stand around and look and let such a good opportunity go to waste," said Zhuo Hang. "Chairman, how do we join?" Su Sa asked charmingly. That tempting look of hers made her very lovable and made others want to get close to her. Dale, who was watching from the side, was fuming. "Send your information and the society youre interested in to me, and I will submit it on your behalf," Zhuo Hang said, smiling. Wang Zheng had good feelings towards this chairperson of their Hometown Association. At least he was doing something real and not pretending or acting cocky. The meal was sponsored by the society. Societies in An had different levels of rights and authority ording to status. Wang Zheng got to meet quite a few people in the gathering. Regardless of which part of the Sr System they came from, they were a family here. It was just that Wang Zheng could sense everybody were living on edge here at An, as if they were inherently inferior, as if they were constantly trying to get into others good books. Take Zhuo Hang for instance. He mightve been the chairperson of the society, he gave Wang Zheng the feeling that he lived his life with his head bowed. But at the very least, he didnt behave high and mighty in front of his own, while bowing low to others. An exchange student who wanted to cause all sorts of trouble like Wang Zheng was rare. At night, the An Royal College gave out a unique, charming air. Both foreign students and Anians were enjoying themselves and relieving their stress under the night sky. Every societys activities came to a peak after nightfall. Basketball, ser, tennis, fencing, judo.... These sports societies were particrly active at night. Simrly, Ans Discipline Committee and the Thistle Flower Autonomy Union were also getting busy, coordinating and managing the rtions between all societies. Arranging the bookings of venues,petitions, as well as managing societies funds, were all taken care of by these two groups. Si Jiali, the top beauty of the Physics Department, an icy cold beauty, member of the Fencing Society. At the same time, a member of the Sword-Shield Rose Discipline Committee. She was dealing with a funding application from the Mecha Society, and the one standing right in front of her was Bi Yuyan. Bi Yuyan blinked. "Aiyo, I say, Si Jiali, do you have to be that serious? Take a good look at whos standing in front of you. Its me, me! Would I y tricks in front of you?" Si Jiali didnt even look up. She continued to assess all the items in the application, saying, "The Queen ice-cream fromst time." Bi Yuyan felt embarrassed. "It was warm, so I had to get something cooling for everybody." "Usual products are fine. Or could it be that Queen has be amon brand?" "Heh. Dont mind such details, it was just that once!" Si Jiali continued to assess the items. A few minutester, she looked up. "The application has no issues." Si Jiali put her digital signature on the application and stamped it with the Rose Coat of Arms logo, indicating that it had passed her assessment. Bi Yuyan received the digital certification. With that, she could withdraw the funds from the Student Union. With that all done, Bi Yuyan copsed onto Si Jiali. "Icy cold beauty, apany your sister for a meal, wont you? Did you know, I am most afraid of loneliness." Chapter 333: Knowing When to Lie Low and When to Walk Tall Chapter 333: Knowing When to Lie Low and When to Walk Tall Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Youre not short of me as a friend." "Aiya, is my darling consort jealous?" The look in Si Jialis eyes was like a cold, piercing sword. Her stare made Bi Yuyans hair stand. "Ahem, prettydy, would you apany me for a meal? You havent had dinner either, right?" Knowing when to lie low, when to walk tall, and when to put on a show was Bi Yuyans specialty. Si Jiali shook her head. Every item had its weakness. Actually, with her cold and aloof personality, she did not want to get too close to Bi Yuyan at first. But Bi Yuyan could always find a way to make her let her tag along to do all sorts of things. At first, it was just drinking, then eating, thenter, making interster trips together.... Sometimes, she really wondered if Bi Yuyans Ability X was making friends. It seemed like anybody could be her friend. "Oh, right, Si Jiali, mdy, uhm, my purse has been feeling rather shytely..." "...." Shy my ass. So youre just trying to get a free meal! "So just buy me a meal." Bi Yuyan blinked shyly, using her eyes to make a move, but evidently on the wrong person. "Ill lend you money, but the meal is on you!" Si Jiali expressed an emotion. It was a rare urrence. "Its all the same." Bi Yuyans mood lifted right away. Teasing the icy cold Si Jiali and making her react emotionally was one of her favorite hobbies. But of course, she had just bought a limited edition handbag the day before and really had no money for a meal. Although plenty of men would buy her a meal, shed much rather take advantage of Si Jiali. But when they arrived at their food ce, Bi Yuyan was unable to feel happy. "A street stall?" She didnt expect Si Jiali to bring her to a street stall outside school! Hey, hey, dont you see that the look in peoples eyes and the atmosphere around here turning odd? How could pretty girls like them dine at such a ce? "Beggars cant be choosers." "Yo! Si Jiali, you brought a friend today? What do you want to eat?" Bi Yuyan almost couldnt keep her mouth closed. Why did the uncle from the street stall seem to know Si Jiali so well? "The usual. Give her the same thing." Si Jiali nodded. She dragged Bi Yuyan along, found a seat, and sat down. "Why didnt I know that youe here often?" Bi Yuyan showed her a hurtful expression. There was a side of Si Jiali that she didnt know. "Not often. I onlye here when I feel like getting supper. Its more rxing here." "Youre really nothing like an Anian." Bi Yuyan rolled her eyes. What "only"? She told the boss "the usual"! "Anians are not mathematical forme." "Alright. Oh, let me tell you something interesting. I met an entric person from the Sr System." "Earth?" "Yeah, yeah! An exchange student from Earth. I wanted to introduce him to you. Who knows, given your personality, you might get along well with him. But he had no interest in you! My goodness. To think there are men who are not interested in having an Anian girlfriend! And I did tell him it was you, the belle of the Physics Department. He even looked reluctant. Dont you find it odd?" Bi Yuyan was obviously using that to tease Si Jiali in an attempt to see other expressions than her usual icy cold look. But she had failed spectacrly. Si Jiali looked coldly at her. "The Sr System weirdo youre talking about is Wang Zheng, isnt it?" Crack! Bi Yuyan almost dislocated her lower jaw. "How did you know!?" Si Jiali looked at Bi Yuyan as though she was retarded. "Seems like your brain still cant make it." "Hey, hey, thats making a personal attack!" "Xiao Feis student. Awardee of the greatest contribution of the year award. And also the team leader of Sr Systems IG." P-thump! Bi Yuyans heart pounded wildly. "Ah, so many titles, seems pretty great. Why, are you really interested in him?" "Not interested. I only know of him as a talent who has a gift in physics. If he could stay on An, it would do good for the development of our country." "All right, I know youre a member of Her Royal Highness staff, but no need to be so serious. Making contributions for the nation aside, have you never thought of enjoying your youth for a bit? Plus, if he is really that good, just make him a foreign student here and itd be settled." Bi Yuyan blinked. There were no talents in the world who didnt want to stay on An. In fact, the more of a genius they were, the more theyd want to stay on An. Because An was the only ce where geniuses had room to exhibit their talents. Si Jiali shook her head. "He may not be interested." Si Jiali did not merely look calm. The way she did things was also absolutely calm and rational. Xiao Fei and Wang Zheng were both on Si Jialis radar. Wang Zheng thought that Si Jiali had turned around because of Chi Muye, but she was actually looking at him. From the intel she had gathered, Xiao Fei and Wang Zheng were here only for their project and had no intentions of staying on An. "Really? He seems extremely arrogant. Being famous in youth is nothing. Who knows if he will be a nobody in future? Ye Zisu, however, is really good." Bi Yuyan boasted shamelessly. That was her personality. She was used to firing shots and running her mouth off in front of people she was closest to. Si Jiali nodded in all seriousness. "I thought so too. Thats why I n on introducing him to the Sword-Shield Rose for him to observe." Thump! Bi Yuyan fell onto the tabletop unmorously. "What did you say?" "Rmend Wang Zheng to join the Sword-Shield Rose." "You cant be serious." "When have I not been serious?" "You dont have to do that to help him experience An, there are many other ways..." "This is the fastest way. Hes an exchange student, so his time on An wont be long." "Can I advise you against that?" Bi Yuyan rolled her eyes, but inside, she knew that by saying it, Si Jiali had made up her mind. Chi Muye crashed Wang Zhengs dorm. Student Little Chis eyes were all red. "Oh, damn! You stay in this dorm room all alone?" Wang Zheng nodded. "Is there a problem? Isnt it all one person per room?" "Of course theres a problem, a huge problem! I share a dorm with others! What did you do to deserve staying in a room alone!? And the best dorm at that! Damn, theres even a coffee machine. God, this is unfair!" Chi Muye whined and wailed about his displeasure non-stop. "Is your father a prominent figure in the Sr System?" "Youre overthinking it," Wang Zheng said, shaking his head. Lin Huiyin was the one who arranged the dormitory. Seemed like thess had given him extra special treatment. He had thought that it was the norm for everyone to have their own room given the powers of An. No wonder he felt toofortable. "Its not that Im overthinking, its just that I cant find any other exnation." "Maybe Im just lucky. Maybe they didnt have any other vacant rooms." Wang Zheng smiled. Just then, his Skylink blinked. A red notification light. The message had actuallye from the Royal Colleges system, sent to him via the student ID installed in his Skylink. Chi Muyes eyes were very sharp. He caught the red light at once. "A message from the colleges system? Is it the Student Union or the autonomous union?" Wang Zheng was slightly surprised too. He opened the message and Chi Muye shamelessly popped his head over to take a look. He mumbled the contents of the message aloud, "As rmended by specialmittee member Si Jiali, we would like to invite Student Wang Zheng toe to the Sword-Shield Rose third administration hall for a preliminary interview at noon tomorrow." It was the An Royal Sword-Shield Rose Discipline Committee. Upon finishing reading the message, Chi Muye was stunned. What was going on? What sort of rhythm was this? Si Jiali had rmended Wang Zheng to join the Sword-Shield Rose? Why? Chi Muye felt as if he had been struck by lightning. Was this Wang Zheng standing before him an illegitimate son of the Sr Systems Chairman? Even then, why would Si Jiali rmend him??? Si Jiali, who was also known as the Iceberg of An!!! "Student Wang Zheng, am I your best friend here on An or not!?" Chi Muye said rather sternly. "Yes." "Big Brother, idol, tell me, how did you hit Si Jiali up? You only made eye contact...." Chi Muye hugged Wang Zheng by his thigh agitatedly. Wang Zheng quickly pulled Chi Muye up. "I dont know her at all. It may be the influence of teacher Xiao Fei. But I dont even have time to attend sses, so how could I ever have time to join a society?" Thinking about it, he also had to help Lin Huiyin record a song. Other than sses, he had to sneak off to train at the Mech Department as well. He had no time. "Thats the An Discipline Committee. They dont invite non-Anians to join them so easily. If you join them, youll be an elite, an idol, a key figure. Good God, there would be no problem hitting up on babes with the badge of the Sword-Shield Rose Club!" Chi Muye said, drooling. "Heh. I have no interest in managing people. Neither do I like being managed by people," Wang Zheng said coolly. Chi Muye was full of respect. He gave a thumbs up and said, "A real man, no doubt!" But very quickly, Chi Muye shook his head. "Actually, the rest are still all right. Most importantly, joining the Discipline Committee would mean an opportunity to get close to Princess Aina, or even speak with her. If youre not going, rmend me." Speaking of that, Chi Muyes eyes turned starry again. Wang Zheng was stunned. Thats right! How did he forget about that? Even though Aina was also a student of the Royal College, her learning obviously did not take ce together with the rest. Instead, she had royal teachers who taught her separately. Due to having to visit foreign countries so frequently, her pace of learning and the arrangement of her sses were also different from that of others. Under normal circumstances, ordinary students rarely had a chance to meet Princess Aina. But the Student Union and the Discipline Committee were different. As they were in charge of the autonomous ruling and operations of the school, there were many asions where they had opportunities tomunicate with Princess Aina. Since they had toy low and keep things a secret, he would need to have a suitable position. It would be best if he could attain that on his own and give Aina less trouble. "Oh, if thats the case.... what do I have to prepare?" Chi Muye lost his bnce and stumbled. "Damn, didnt you just say you dont like managing others and dont like being managed? Have you got any principles?" Wang Zheng patted Chi Muye on the back. "A real man knows when to lie low and when to stand tall!" Chapter 334: Untitled Chapter 334: Untitled Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Ans Physics Department had done a great job in integrating space theory and materials in order to speed up the conversion process. However, after listening to some lessons, Wang Zheng quickly discovered that An seemed more interested in the microscopic spaces, which was somewhat inconsistent with the current mainstream focus on macro-physics. Someone else would have found this focus inconsistent and irrelevant, but not Wang Zheng. When he was learning under Old Marchant, Old Merchant also spoke highly about micro-physics . Then Old Merchant would sigh and mention how development trends would be determined more by the needs of the military, more so than that of themon civilians. The history of human science and technology was actually a transformation from military technology to civil technology. Although most scientists may have had their original intentions designed for civilian use, they almost definitely have to start their research with a military intent in practice. It was just that Wang Zheng was very curious about Ans direction of research. Jamal Cocker, an expert in this field, discussed the topic in great detail today. The students were very excited because in the past, teachers rarely had expertise in this field. "Wang Zheng, Im a bit curious today. Why is it that you look in my direction so often? Is it because I am too handsome?" Chi Muye actually went to take a look at the mirror. "As we all know, the Antis Republic possesses unique technology. After over a hundred years of research, we still could not deduce how they have developed it. However, this is about to change. Our Anian scientists havee up with a new approach: to delve into technology from a microscopic perspective." Cockerughed and looked at the audience. "What do you think about this proposal? Si Jiali, what do you think?" Si Jiali stood up. "Teacher, I personally think that our civil technology has its own characteristics and excellent techniques which we can learn from instead of forgoing our uniqueness. Antis technology is too focused and is not suitable for widespread adoption by humans." Cocker nodded. "Si Jialis ideas are good. We really shouldnt imitate others, but the reality is that, in some areas, Antis unique technology is too ahead of ours. This is not an imitation. We must achieve the same level of advancement as Antis and, ultimately, try to surpass it." Si Jiali did not answer that question. She felt that human beings should develop in their own way to go above and beyond. Although it was only the tip of the iceberg, Wang Zheng, from his connections with Xie Yuxin, had already understood that the Anian people had already started their research. The microscopic space, Antis Runes, Ability X, and solitude, Wang Zheng suddenly had a thought. Could it be that the Anian people wanted to use the microscopic method to bring their Ability X on par to that of Antis runic technology? Or would it be even more powerful? The idea was ingenious, but how could one implement the technology and obtain the right materials? Interesting! With a teacher like Old Merchant, Wang Zheng had an over-arching perspective of the situation. Things were really something else this time around. An really deserved their reputation. Cocker also called out several other people, only to get unsatisfactory and shallow replies. After a pause, Cockers eyes once again fell on Wang Zheng. "Wang Zheng, do you have any questions?" Cocker suddenlyughed. Students who were sharp would realise the sudden change in attitude. Wang Zheng stood up. "Although marvelous, the idea is theoretically difficult to realize. What material are we going to use? Can the spiritual seal of Antis runes be reced by mechanical engravings...." Suddenly, Wang Zheng himself found the answer. The entire ssroom exploded and Cocker was paralyzed. How could this be possible... Ans scientists had discussed in countless circles before creating this solution, yet this man had actually seen through it instantly? Did someone tell him in advance? But looking at Wang Zheng now, was this notion really inferred by him? "Wang Zheng, you have an unrealistic idea. If mechanical engravings can rece spiritual carvings, we would have already done it!" Si Jiali had a different opinion. The sexy, nonchnt-looking Anian woman looked glisteningly at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng was not hesitating. "Anything impossible can be made possible. There is also a way to mimic runic engravings in microphysics. Normally, mechanical engravings cannot produce spiritual fluctuations. However, the focus should be on producing the right material, which can allow for this possibility. The engravings can also be supported by artificial substances, such as man-made minerals that would greatly enhance the likelihood of sess. This would allow mankind to replicate the effect of Antis runic engravings without spiritual force." Wang Zheng was more and more convinced that this was possible! Cocker waspletely shocked. He had never seen the vice-president of the Academy of Sciences, Alvan, admire a young man so much. He expressed suspicion, especially since Wang Zheng was just a student, even though he was a student of Xiao Fei. Alvans admiration was not directed at Xiao Fei, but for this young man who had crazy insights into physics. It was as though he could predict the future. The whispers in the ssroom were all shocked by Wang Zhengs bold conjecture. "Wang Zheng, have you considered staying in An? I can apply for you on your behalf." Cocker was also a physics lover, and he discussed the issue openly in ss. Most scientists did not care about these details and focused more on onespetence. A strange flicker sparked in Si Jialis eyes. Cocker supported Wang Zhengs statement. She was very familiar with Cocker, who was in charge of important research in Ans Science Academy. Based on her deductions, An was doing just what Wang Zheng said. Wang Zheng smiled helplessly. "Thank you for the offer. I havent thought about it yet." "Haha, if you are willing to stay, I think many people will be very happy." Cocker knew this kids reputation on campus, and many top scientists knew about Wang Zheng. He had previously ignored stories that he had heard earlier and thought that it was just the elders taking care of the neers. Now that hed seen things for himself, he realized that he had underestimated the guy. Chi Muyes mouth was agape and was looking at Wang Zheng as though he was a wild creature. What kind of strange international issue was this turning into? He had actually refused the teachers invitation. What the heck was with this kid? Was he really just a simple disciple? One should know that even if Xiao Fei was in front of a character like Cocker, she would not have much influence. In thismunity, besides having achievements, it took time to umte necessary experience. Every scientist had to earn an achievement to establish his or her historical status today. Xiao Fei was still too early for that. Wang Zheng was also feeling that the Earth was reallygging behind. If you looked at the scientists of the An Royal College they were way ahead in terms of strength and ambition. Even more so, he could understand Xiao Feis mentality. Earth needed them! As the birthce of human civilization, Earth needed to rise, and it certainly would! Si Jiali was obviously in deep thought. It seemed that her rmendation was even more sensible than what she initially thought. "Muye, what is with your expression?" "...you are glowing." Muye licked his lips and hoped that the beauty would give him a response, but Si Jiali had left. Chapter 335: Commanding the Battle! Chapter 335: Commanding the Battle! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Honduras had been cking for an entire day. He was waiting for the bast*rd who disappeared after winning. How could someone of his caliber be sneak attacked? He had seen the battle rey countless times, and the opponent definitely was out to get him. This was not a victory based on true skills. What he was most irritated by was that this battle had be the hot match of the week. This was simply injustice.... Pinning the dignified vice-chief of fencing onto the board of shame? He had to get his game back before the end of the week. The room he opened was limited to Overlord mecha only. His opponent would definitely only use an Overlord mech as well. Meanwhile, Wang Zheng was really worried that his card might have been activated after the hoohah he had caused. It looked like he really did not have to worry. Meanwhile, Honduras challenge was on the training rooms battle announcement board. "The guy who attacked me... y another game with me if you are a man! - Honduras." Scrolling through the screen, Wang Zheng could not help butugh. He left hurriedly ast time, but now he could satisfy his opponent with another match. Honduras was doing training aimlessly. His opponent did not appear sincere. He not only issued an announcement, but also notified the Council about the rematch. It seemed that his opponent was from one of the council parties. How strange, who could that guy be? At this point, the system prompted, "Your challenge is epted. Do you want to start?" Honduras jumped up in excitement. Finally! "Boy, finally you are here. It is not good to run after winning. Today, lets do a best of three. No more running away!" said Honduras excitedly. Wang Zheng smiled. "No problem!" The Imperial Swordsman was in full swing. This time, Honduras was mentally prepared. He was not going to underestimate his opponent again. Wang Zheng instead maintained the calmposure of an Overlord. He wanted to understand the fighting powers of the Imperial Swordsman, Ans highly mobile mech. Honduras did not use the standard defensive stance because he really wanted to beat his opponent. The Imperial Swordsman marched forward towards Wang Zheng. He raised his sword and hacked down at the Overlord with every step. Once the Imperial Swordsman started its offense, one could only defend. Wang Zheng quickly blocked with his shield and spear. Wang Zhengs Overlord mech possessed many problems in actualbat. It was heavy and slow; it was a model despised by other individuals. With a solid foundation for fencing attacks, the flexibility and sharp attacks of the Imperial Swordsman were fully exploited. Strangely, his opponent seemed to always be able to defend against it. After a series of attacks, Honduras felt depressed. His opponent was like a big turtle, fully armored and too difficult to prate. "Honduras, can you not even deal with an Overlord mech?" "Dont be so anxious, I have not even started." "This Overlord is interesting. He seems slow, but he can urately block every attack. At this rate, the attacker will suffer." Honduras knew this of course; assassin-type mecha were all about assaulting the opponent. However, continuous attacks would soon open up more ws. The Imperial Swordsman took a jump backwards, reorganizing his rhythm and looking for an opening. Wang Zheng shifted his shield slightly. His opponent would never find an opportunity to attack if he remained so guarded. Just a subtle gap was exposed and Hondurass pupils dted. This was the moment! The engine roared and the high-intensity engine of the Imperial Swordsman revved, bursting forward at lightning speed in an instant. Wow... His long, pointed sword headed straight for the Overlord, using one of Honduras unique techniques. The essence of this sword technique was a quick and urate thrust. So long as a gap was exposed, it would prate the opponent. Buzz... Boom... At that instant, the Overlords spear parried the long sword. Honduras felt as though he had been hit by a Maglev vehicle. It was an upfront sh. The Imperials sword bounced back due to the impact. Honduras reaction was also extremely fast. He took advantage of the backwards momentum to retreat before quicklyunching yet another attack. However, the Imperial Swordsman was not a brute force mech. The Overlords advantage was force, but the speed could be too slow, simr to a tortoise racing. Wang Zhengs Overlord had finally taken the chance to move! Sky Rocket Cannon! Honduras was dumbfounded. His opponent was treating him like a pig. To use the Sky Rocket Cannon... a foolish and daunting trick that was the most tasteless technique amongst the Overlords repertoire. Even the students in the crowdughed at the Overlords slow buildup to release the cannon. However, at the next moment, everyones jaws dropped. What in the world was this? The Overlord did not rise into the sky, but leaped upwards at an angle before instantly bouncing off the ground with the momentum! The explosion of the cannon intensitys was only at half strength and while the engine could still control the pressure, it created a scene where the Overlord moved extremely quickly in a parabolic curve! Boom... The Overlord headed straight for the Imperial Swordsman. With a loud explosion, the Imperial Swordsman, despite having activated the energy shield, was knocked backwards The spear followed, mming right into him.... In less than three seconds, the energy shield burst, and the Imperial Swordsman was once again pierced by the spear. Some people who were training stopped and looked at the training room screen. What were they seeing??? Honduras was beaten up like a dog. Who was this Overlord pilot who could actually use the mech so skillfully? Was it Arbiters IG captain? This was already God level. This level of control, that urate judgment, were heaven-defying! Honduras was speechless, the scenes that happened seconds ago were reying again and again in his head. F*ck! At this moment, he suddenly realized that the other party had previously exposed a w intentionally. With the Overlord pilots level of skill, he would never have made such a rookie mistake like exposing a w! He was just baiting him in! Bastard! He was yed like a kid. He had been tricked! This level of control and strength with the Overlord mech would take at least three years or more to attain. He simply could notpete with him. "Are we still continuing?" Wang Zheng asked. There was no need for a second battle. He had already thoroughly read his opponents strength and pattern. "Im not your opponent, but our fencing club wont give up!" Honduras said as though the battle was made in honor of the Fencing Society. Wang Zheng shrugged nonchntly. The advantages and disadvantages of the Overlord were still too obvious. This was not a mech that possessed great advantages. This was still a w manageable in one on one battles, but the slow speed would be a great disadvantage in group battles. Wang Zheng decided to try another mech. He opened the search engine to check out empty mecha. Although the popr ones were mostly upied, he could do with a less popr model. Honduras was rushing toward the practice room of the Overlord pilot who had beaten him. He wanted to have a good look at who his opponent was. At this point, Wang Zheng was strolling towards another practice room. He was feeling frustrated at the Anian authorities because he only had ess to older mech models. Even though the newer ones were avable, he had limited ess. It seems that Chi Muye had truly been "too nice" and had taken his perceived "skills" into consideration. It took a while before Wang Zheng chanced upon an empty training room. A mech by the Mansuo empire, Golden Wheel. Mansuo had always beenpeting with An. Although neighbors, the contrast between the two empires was quite obvious. As the An Empire grew mightier, bringing tremendous pressure to Mansuo, they had started developing their own mecha to strengthen their national power. This Golden Wheel mech was created during this period. The designer was very creative to say the least. Their original intention was to be innovative, unique, and to create a mech that possessed supreme lethality. The Golden Wheel had arms equipped with two special, golden wheels, made of premier goldpounds. These golden wheels could rotate at high speeds to produce powerful tear wounds and serve as a temporary distraction for another attack. In closebat, the killing power of the two rotating wheels was also amazing. The idea was undoubtedly quite good. The Golden Wheel had beenunched into full production as a result. Some technical problems had been ovee one by one and they had used it for actualbat to prove its viability. However, the problemy in actualbat. Recovery time was needed after the golden wheels spinning attacks, and attacking consecutively was quite difficult. This process to throw the wheels repeatedly was smoothened after numerous practices and required special guidance. This, as a result, made the mech hard to pilot. It was reported that Mansuo would award the title of "Machinist" to one who could pilot this mech effectively. The control of the golden wheels was quite difficult to grasp. When the golden wheels of the mech arched back to the mech for recovery, they would produce significant momentum when caught, which would make it difficult to quicklyunch another attack in quick session. It would also cause the pilot to spend significant effort and strain in order to receive the wheels. Furthermore, if it was done improperly, the mech might lose its bnce, and that would be fatal in a battle. In the mecha world, there was a saying that if one could attack twice, they should not merely attack once. One should not waste their effort. Since the pilot had limited energy, to waste valuable energy on the release and recovery of weapons did not conform to the basic principle of mech design. The actualbat strength of the mech as a result was extremely poor, and the Golden Wheel had caused Mansuo to seem like a joke in the internationalmunity. The development was extremely expensive too, and thus the mech was not mass produced. However, An still collected such a mech. The performance of this mech was frankly very good. This method of attack was also quite creative and worth learning from. Anians were really something. Whether they were opponents or friends, they could put aside their pride and learn with an open mind to be more and more powerful. Chapter 336: Golden Wheel Chapter 336: Golden Wheel Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng was not picky with mech models. He was interested in any novel mecha, and the more difficult it was to pilot, the better. Golden Wheel Battle God...this name was quite domineering. Entering the battle room, it felt like the mech had not been used for a long time. The exterior of the Golden Wheel matched its name. Two gold, X-shaped wheels with diameters of 120 cm were hung on the two shoulders. Each intersection was intricatelybined. It was said that the designers took a long time designing the Golden Wheel. The radian and the sharp edges had to be designed carefully to achieve a swift kill when thrown. However, the design team was indeed toocent. Strong mecha were useless if they could not be controlled by people. Looking at the sleeping Golden Wheel, Wang Zheng gently patted its armor. This was not just any ordinary mech. In fact, the surface treatment of the armor could reveal the fineness of this mech. This mech felt smooth and looked beautiful despite the extremely faint wrinkles and scratch marks. A sleeping Golden Wheel. Chen Xiu also gave a detailed introduction to this mech. The evaluation showed that the mech was not popr as few could understand it. The quest for perfection had always failed to deliver good results. You never knew how good a mech was, unless you took it for a ride. Wang Zheng entered the pilot seat and felt the fusion of the G material around him. The difference between this and other mech could be felt. However, considering that it was barely used, the material was still easy to work with. Maybe it was due to the fact that it was not a popr model and few people interfaced with it. By the looks of it, it was only experimented with by curious onlookers. The roar of the engine was equally powerful, and the movement of the mech was also stable. The designer took into consideration the recoil force of the wheel recovery. The seat was designed for this, but what was unexpected was the difficulty in rotating and recovering the wheels after an attack. At the very least, the mechs wheels were extremely lethal. After taking time to limatize himself, Wang Zheng entered the training program of the Golden Wheel. This was a targeted course, but in the beginning, Wang Zheng could not help but swear. What was with this darned mech? This designer really was... The first problem with the mech was the crazy big wheels. In pursuit of greater lethality, the wheels rotated so furiously that the pilot felt fear towards the weapons even before the opponent did. This was especially so if the wheels actually hit the pilot by mistake. In fact, there was the chance that one could identally slip and injure themselves! Of course, with guidance devices, this was definitely not a problem. However, the pilot had to ovee the psychological barrier first and not be afraid of the weapons they were using. Although Wang Zheng was quite gutsy himself, it took him a while to get used to it. The second question would soon follow. Once the golden wheels collided with the opponent, the recoil would change the speed of the wheels, making it difficult to recover them. Regardless of whether the wheel had a minor or major collision, the change in momentum of rebound was the key difficulty encountered when attacking with this mech. If it took one a little longer than usual to offset the collision, the opponent could potentially attack during this period of recovery. This was probably the reason why the Golden Wheel had been archived. When Wang Zheng tried to recover and immediately attack several times and failed, just as he was ready to give up, he suddenly had an idea in his head. Was he being too rigid? When the mech was recovering its wheels, it was basically passively waiting for the attacking wheels to arc back to the mech. Could this be predicted? The simple logic was to predict and follow the path of the wheels. In particr, these kinds of weapons were very lethal and difficult to operate. The key was that they did not move in a single direction, but followed a specific trajectory. At the thought of this, Wang Zheng got excited. When he had previously undergone weapon training, he had also learned other less conventional weapons that were simr in nature. But it looked as though he might be injured before he could use these weapons effectively... This sort of weapon focused on one being flexible. This was especially with regards to their footwork and movement. It was indeed a difficult challenge! Wang Zheng was now immersed in the mech and wanted a taste of it. The training was hard at first, and Wang Zhengpletely lost focus on several asions. Since hisst training session with Bonehead, it was the first time he had been through such difficult training. The average mech could be familiarized with just a touch. It was said that this was the ability of a super warrior. But this was the first time a mech had bullied him with itsplexity! Wang Zheng was practicing when he received a notification from his Skylink and remembered he had an interview. It was with An Royal Colleges Sword Shield Rose Disciplinary Association, referred to as the Sword Shield Rose Association or the Disciplinary Association, was the most powerful student organization of the An Royal College. Their members were all outstanding figures within the student body. Wang Zheng came to the third office lobby of the Sword and Shield Tower. At the gate, he scanned his ID and entered. In the office lobby, faint nces were directed at Wang Zheng. "The guy actually came." "What is Si Jiali thinking? How would she rmend an Earthling?" "She has always done things that arent normal. But the Earth exchange student actually dared toe? What audacity" "What will be of our association?" "You said that it was an exchange student. Maybe he hasnt figured out the nature of the Sword Shield Rose Association and thought it was like any other club" Here was the ce where Ans future elites and leaders were cultivated. Those who were not real talents would be under tremendous pressure here, to the extent where they might suffocate to death. "ssmate Wang Zheng, hello." Si Jiali was the sponsor and thus was responsible for receiving Wang Zheng. She was d in a beautiful Sword Shield Rose uniform and stood out from the rest. "Hello, Si Jiali. What do I need to do?" Wang Zheng smiled. "Lets talk about it inside." Si Jiali nodded and led Wang Zheng deeper into the building. At a conference room, Wang Zheng was asked to fill in a basic information form and would soon be scheduled to have him undergo a preliminary examination. Si Jiali returned to another round-table conference room and sat at an empty seat. Together with her were the ten main cadres and vice-chairmen of the Royal Sword Shield Rose Disciplinary Association. This was a regr meeting at the conference. They would speak one after another, determining the recent affairs of the college. "Thest topic is about Si Jialis rmended neer," Vice-President Berwick Pompey looked at the time and finally mentioned. President Oz had gone to visit the Princess, so all matters mentioned in the conference were decided by majority vote. "I strongly oppose this. Our association has never epted an individual from the Sr System. Moreover, he is an Earthling. He is not suitable and cannot adapt to the high standards of the Sword Shield Rose." Chapter 337: I Possess Ability X too! Chapter 337: I Possess Ability X too! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Ning Kesheng of the department ofmunication firmly opposed her. He was a typical person from An. "Even if he were to enter, he would be looked down upon, and he would drastically reduce the standing of the Sword Shield Rose Association. " "Your reasons should not be taken as the standards in judging the qualifications of a person. His own capabilities should determine his membership, not just his background. I have said it many times before, do not make me repeat this again". Vice-President Berwick Pompey was an absolutely fair and equitable person. He was experienced and was also an Anian nobleman and an important force for the reformists. Si Jiali also insisted, "Wang Zheng is also verypetent and has won the Milky Way Alliances Student Contribution Award. He is very important to our Physics Department and will have even greater achievements in the future, especially in developing the nations physics prowess. So I hope that you will consider this matter in many ways, not just from your individual points of view." Berwick Pompey nodded. Si Jiali still had a lot of power in the association, and she would never say something she did not believe in. "I trust your judgement, but the Physics Department has exceeded their number of allocated entries into the Sword Shield Rose Association. It is impossible to increase the quota." "We can easily make it an exception as rules were meant to be broken. Otherwise, how could we adapt to the changing situations that appear in the college?" "As long as the president permits it, adding seats is not considered breaking the rules." "But now the president is apanying Her Royal Highness. This is a trivial matter that we should make a decision on." The debate heated up within the conference room. Within An, the conservatives and the reformists were also in conflict, and this extended to the Royal Academy. Si Jiali knew there would be resistance, but she was also prepared. "About the seats, he can join not as a member of the Physics Department. There is another key qualification. He is the captain of the Sr System Federations IG team. We can let him join the disciplinary team. Clement, doesnt your disciplinary team always need back-up supporters?" Clement had been silent the entire time. "Only those with Ability X can join the disciplinary team, without any exceptions. However, I am supportive of the idea." Berwick Pompey raised his head and had a sudden interest in Clement expressing interest. Clement seldom gave exact opinions. When he spoke, there had to be a reason. "Oh, tell me, why do you support this idea?" "Eliyas men are doing a background check on Wang Zheng." The answer given by Clement was simple and clear. The Sword and Shield Rose Associations biggestpetitor in the college was the Thistle Flower Union of Autonomy led by Eliya. Berwick Pompey looked stunned. "Be more specific." "I do not know the specifics yet, but the possibility of them retaliating against Wang Zheng is very high. During the absence of the President, the Thistle Flower Union of Autonomy was proactive in expanding their pool of Ability X users. It is time for us to take the initiative." Clement said very seriously. It didnt matter what person Wang Zheng was. What was important was that Wang Zheng yed a role in the expulsion of Klimton and became a thorn in the eyes of the Arbiters. So, why cast him aside now? Berwick Pompey considered the situation seriously. If Eliya were to make a move, they would first save Wang Zheng. This would not only be a blow to the Union of Autonomy, but also to the entire college. They would be sending out the message that they were truly open and fair and would protect everyone, from An or not. Other cadres at the round table silently shouted and exchanged their opinions. Even the great Anian, Ning Kesheng, did not oppose this idea. "Keeping Wang Zheng in the Sword Shield Rose would not only resist the Thistle Flower Union, it would also convey a good message to the non-Anian people of the college. Moreover, this will further emphasise the incident with Klimton on Eliya. " "I also feel that we can let Wang Zheng join us." "Weve reached a consensus, but... although Wang Zheng is the captain, is he really an Ability X user?" Suddenly, some people raised this issue. ording to normal conditions, the IG captains in all countries should possess Ability X, but in the Sr System... Si Jiali blinked. This was not stated in Wang Zhengs profile. The room was quiet for a moment, and Clement, the captain of themand team, said, "The Ability X requirement cannot be bypassed. I propose that we determine Wang Zhengs capabilities before we continue with any further discussion." "Agreed." "I agree." "I agree." Wang Zheng received a notice to go the Ability X Quantitative Testing Room. It was a high-pressure gravity room. The lights were on and there were five longnes side by side simr to bowlingnes. Firefly-like light spots were emitted along thenes. It was a special kind of photon biological material. The properties were simr to G material. The test was sent over by Vice President Berwick Pompey and Commander Clement. Wang Zheng looked around curiously. "You want to test my ability? How do you do it?" Si Jiali told him about the circumstances. There were no more spots for students of the Physics Department, so he was specially recruited into the disciplinary team that was responsible for handling incidents. However, they first had to test his Ability X. Wang Zheng, of course, was anxious to enter the disciplinary team. Muye had told him about the structure of the Sword Shield Rose Association. Apart from the members of the round table, members of the disciplinary team were the ones that came into contact with Princess Aina the most. Sometimes, they were even responsible for the safety of Aina at the Royal College. Moreover, the disciplinary team often collided with others who possessed Ability X. Wang Zheng wanted to understand Ans standards, and from what he learnt from Xie Yuxin, Ability Xs application and usage here far surpassed that of the Sr System. Berwick Pompey smiled. "Dont be nervous. First of all, are you sure you are an Ability X user?" Wang Zheng nodded. "I am." Berwick Pompey nodded. Clement opened the test preparation box, which contained objects of various shapes, including balls, triangles, cubes, cuboids, etc... Si Jiali stood on the side and said to Wang Zheng, "See these photons on the test track? This is a biological medium simr to G material. It can effectively conduct Ability X. Later, just try your best to push the medium into the shape of the logo shed." It sounded very simple, and Wang Zheng nodded and said he understood. Clement picked up a box marked with a number five and was about to put it on, but he saw Berwick Pompey shaking his head at him. He nodded and dropped the number five cube to pick up a cubebeled seven. The size was the same, but the material was different. One was a metal and the other was a polymer. The weight was obviously different. The smaller the number, the less difficult the test was. Clement ced the cube on the longne and then started preparing the quantitative test equipment. When Berwick Pompey saw that the preparations were in ce, he said to Wang Zheng, "Start in ten seconds. Stand on the baseline and prepare your Ability X. The results will be determined by the time and speed of the push, so try your best." Wang Zheng nodded and followed the instructions and stood in front of the baseline. There was a countdown at the side. Six, five, four, three, two, one, start! Wang Zheng mmed his Ability X into the photons on the test track, and he could feel the substance. His consciousness was immersed in the photons above the long path. This was a kind of G-like conduction, and it felt a little strange. It was just like the G-material in the mech had increased by several times, and its conduction became abnormally sensitive. Wang Zhengs eyes shed with light, and his Ability X extended along with the photon biological media and quickly flew towards the No. 7 cube above the walkway. The No. 7 cube made two turns on the track and stopped. Berwick Pompey was shocked. Si Jialis eyes widened. No! This was too... Both were speechless! Impossible! It stopped moving. This meant that Wang Zheng really had Ability X, since the cube moved, but for the cube to merely stop after two turns.... "Hey, try again. Use your full strength, do not have reservations," Berwick Pompey said. He was in disbelief. Although the Sr System had been weak for many years, they would not send such a weak person to be a captain, right? Wang Zheng was slightly embarrassed as he scratched his head. Although he had not useed his full force, his burst of power was not small. How did the thing only roll twice? Hearing that there was a second chance, he was more serious this time. Before that, it was more of him going through trial and error. As the IG captain, he could not shame the Sr System. He breathed deeply, mobilizing the energy of every cell in the body, activating his Ability X, Second test countdown. Three, two, one... Roar! Wang Zheng yelled and used all his might! This time, the No. 7 cube mmed forward before returning to a stop. It was as if it were struck by something unknown. Wang Zheng blinked. How was it? Was his performance worse than before? Si Jiali touched her forehead. It seemed that her instincts were wrong. When it came to military affairs, the Sr System really could notpare. Wang Zheng was very embarrassed and asked, "Is this... passable?" Berwick Pompey froze for a second and smiled and said, "You have already proven that you are a person with Ability X. We will let you join the Department of Foreign Affairs for a week. Si Jiali, you take him to prove his identity. Thats all for now." Si Jiali nodded and signaled Wang Zheng to leave with her. Wang Zheng starred at her. "Is that okay?" Si Jiali was a bit speechless. What is the Sr Systems doing? How could a person with this level of Ability X be the captain? How weak was the Sr System? She could not imagine. After Wang Zheng left, Berwick Pompey and Clement exchanged looks. Clemente operated the machine. A light screen appeared in midair. It was the test. "Quantity quantification: unknown." "Capability level: unknown." "Capability strength: unknown." Actually three unknowns! The two men looked at each other and Clement frowned. "There are only two possibilities. One is that he is too weak, and the other is that he is already strong enough to exceed the scope of the instrument." After a brief second, the two were dumbfounded and Berwick Pompey smiled. "You pay attention. Let him be responsible for the logistics of the team and wait for the President toe back and give him an appraisal. Anyway, his main strength has to do with physics." "Has the Sr System truly fallen to this extent?" In this way, Wang Zheng received a Sword Shield Rose medal and became a member of the An Royal Society. Chapter 338: Si Jialis Interest Chapter 338: Si Jialis Interest Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas After handling the procedures, Wang Zheng left the Sword Shield Rose Association. When Aina returned, she would definitely be surprised. As time passed, his feelings for her only grew stronger. As he stepped out of the gate, Si Jiali called from behind. "Do you have time to have a meal together? I want to ask you something." Si Jiali was still cold on the exterior, but she was warming up to Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng thought for a moment and agreed. Royal Road, located at the back of the Royal College, was the center of the business district, where you could find the best of luxury goods, from leisure to shopping to food. The No. 12 Food House was the most popr restaurant with students of the Royal College. "Wee. Do you have a reservation?" The waitress was beautiful but dignified and graceful and approachable, making peoplefortable without taking attention away from the food. "Please find us a seat." Si Jiali opened her Skylink and showed her membership card. It was a tinum gold card with a diamond at each corner, marked with an "S" on the left and a singr "5" on the lower right. The waiters face instantly flushed red. This was the Royal V card. It is not issued by the restaurant, but by the Royal Restaurant Association, and it could be used in many high-end restaurants. Moreover, it was a single card! "No problem. Do you need a room?" "No, just a quiet ce will do." "Yes, please follow me." They came to a seat near the wall. The lights were dim and the furniture was extremely simr to that found in the royal pce. The overall atmosphere was quite elegant. Wang Zheng sat down. In fact, he did not care much about the ce where they ate. Si Jiali was very strange. He could tell that she had much to do with his entry into the association, but he did not understand the reason behind it. "...I rmend the mackeyton steak as it is todays main dish. The chef is Fraser Ale, the champion chef of the star cooking culinarypetition. Our first suggestion is either smoked salmon or escargots... Today we have our highly raved forest mushroom soup and five year aged red wine that just arrived from Greentown Round, an excellent match with our grilled foie gras together... " The waiter went on like a gourmet expert and made various rmendations. Si Jiali nodded. "That will do for me. What about you Wang Zheng?" "I will have the same." Wang Zheng touched the jewels on the chairs and the gold trimmings along the edge of the table top. All of it seemed like real gold to him.. Wang Zheng took out the Sword Shield Rose emblem, feeling its weight in his hands. "Is this badge made of pure gold?" Si Jiali smiled. "It should be. I did not take much notice of it." "It is very beautiful," Wang Zheng said. The sword and shield engraved above a sculpted rose looked extremely realistic. Wang Zheng wore it on his chest. It seemed to match the uniform perfectly. Si Jiali looked at Wang Zheng and said, "Yu Yan mentioned you to me before. Dont take what she said to heart. She is a passionate person and may go overboard at times." "She is a good person." Wang Zheng smiled. "If you dont have a boyfriend, I can introduce you to one." "Are you referring to Chi Muyue?" "You dont like him? It doesnt matter. I have other brothers to introduce you to, stronger and more handsome than me. Haha." Wang Zheng thought of Xie Yuxin and how he seemedpatible with Si Jiali "I couldnt tell that you and Yu Yan had amon interest in matchmaking others." Si Jiali had a faint smile. "So far so good." Si Jiali stared at Wang Zhengs natural smile. Wang Zheng was not the least bit interested in her. How strange, did her charm weaken? This was also good, as he did not want to create unnecessary drama and wanted to maintain a professional rtionship. "Oh, I invited you to dinner to exin more about the Sword Shield Rose Disciplinary Associations rules. Maybe youve already heard rumors from others that are not true." Si Jiali talked about the rtionship between the Sword Shield Rose, the student union, and the Thistle Flower Union. "In general, the student union will coordinate the issues with the bigger picture in mind, and the details will be executed by us and the Thistle Flower Union..." "They are not apetitor?" Wang Zheng blinked. From what he heard from Chi Muye, the two were often in conflict, especially in the management of Ability X users. At the same time, he felt that both parties should have maintained a bnced rtionship. "What do you think?" "Thats it." "However, as long as you understand these things, under normal circumstances, you will not be directly affected, or should I say that you should try to avoid it." Si Jialis purpose was to get Wang Zheng more involved with the physics aspect of the association to allow her closer monitoring. At the same time, she did not want Wang Zheng to get hurt. Wang Zheng smiled. "Actually, I would like to see Ability X users fight. Will they do so?" Si Jialiughed. "It is not as simple as you think. With our association and the Thistle Flower Union, most of the Ability X users will restrain themselves. Even if there are exceptions... they will likely conduct an open duel for everyone to see." The truth was that Sword Shield Rose had the authority to control everyone as the disciplinary association. However, at the Royal Academy, each student was a famous genius and everyone had their own pride and strength. "Yes, I heard that your president, Oz, is the deputy captain of the An Empires IG team. How is his strength? When referring to Oz, Si Jialis eyes were full of respect, and she said seriously, "Ozs strength in the Royal College can only be matched against student president Aurora, the captain of our IG team." "That sounds very strong." "Actually, dont think Im too direct... With your ability, it may not be appropriate to participate in the IG." In Si Jialis opinion, Wang Zhengs real abilities were not to fight but to understand physics and to discover new findings. Wang Zheng smiled. "This is my ambition. Suitable or not, I will work hard. You do not understand, I have already been deeply trapped in the realm of physics. However, I have a question I want to ask.... what was that test just now? Was the result really bad?" Wang Zheng was very depressed. He was very serious about it, but the test results were not in his favor. Si Jiali smiled and nodded. "You passed, do not overthink it. In recent times, the mainstream method of determining if one has Ability X is based upon this." "Mainstream?" "Do they not have this in the Sr System?" "I havent seen it." "Oh, it was just released this year, so they probably have not imported it. Maybe you just arent used to this test method." Si Jiali found an excuse for Wang Zheng. After all, he was still the IG captain of the Sr System. Moreover, she had a lot of questions regarding physics and wanted to maintain a cordial rtionship and hence did not use harsh words. Wang Zheng nodded and could only ept this reason. Si Jiali quickly talked about physics. From the definition of microscopic physics to thews of macrophysics, it wascking in depth. Namely, she only understood very basic facts. Physics was very broad. Oil painting and ink painting may both be painting, but the underlying techniques werepletely different. Wang Zhengs insights about physics... truthfully had already be part of his bones. Since young, his biggest interest was not mecha but actually debating with Old Merchant. He would get all kinds of benefits if he won the debate, and he used to treat it as a game. It made him respect Old Merchant even more when he became older. At some point, they entered a deep discussion, and Wang Zhengs old mentality strangely resurfaced. Once started, there was no end. Sometimes he felt that Old Merchant had hypnotized him with some potion in the past... Si Jialis forehead was lined with a fineyer of sweat. In the beginning, she mentioned some physical views and issues and got instinctive answers from Wang Zheng. Towards the end, Wang Zhengs words became foreign to her, from a point of view she had never considered before, making her re-examine everything she thought she knew, including some details that she had never even noticed were present before. However, it was a famous saying: In the field of knowledge, the more you know, the more you realize you dont know. At this moment, there was a dispute happening between a couple sitting not too far away. The girl stood up. "Indigo, I said I have nothing to do with him. He was merely enraptured by me." The guy stood up, tall with an oppressive look in his eyes. Wang Zheng blinked. This guy looked familiar... Yes! It was the guy who skipped ss to meet his girlfriend when he first went to mech ss. "Nicole, I know. I didnt me you. I just hope you wont ept his invitation." "But my friends are all going to that party. Why cant I join them?" "If you want to attend a ball, I can organize one too..." "The problem is not the event, but my friends....." The girl sat down again, her tone noticeably softer. They had be more aware of their surroundings. Indigo bowed and apologized to the other guests in the restaurant. At this moment, an extremely handsome man walked out. "Nicole, it really is you. Looks like we are fated. I have a room, do you want to join me? All your friends are inside too." The man directly ignored the existence of Indigo. Chapter 339: Knocked out! Chapter 339: Knocked out! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Indigos eyes shed. "Im sorry, Nicole does not have time now." Nicole red at Indigo. "I dont need you to help me decide." "Oh, are you Indigo from the Mech Department? Im Mirtias Van Berit. Everybody calls me Mir, from the Command Department." Mirtias revealed a handsome smile without lifting his eyes off Nicole. "Red Demon Dog of the Lya Sphinx Empire, Nicole is my girlfriend. I advise you to leave her and her friends alone." Indigos eyes were aze with mes. How dare this guy be so cocky in front of him?? "You have so little confidence as a man. Do you want to lock Nicole up her entire life? Such a pity... I expected more from Anian men." "Red Demon Dog, you are really asking for it!" Indigo was enraged. It was not the first time this guy was looking for trouble. Boom! Mirtias mmed forward, rushing towards Indigo. His slender arms were suddenly filled with gripping muscles, bursting forth with a mysterious explosiveness. Ability X! Wang Zhengs eyes shed with excitement. It should be a strength-type ability, but obviously it was not a direct augmentation of strength. Indigos eyes shed, and he struck Mirtiass punch head on with one of his own. The two sides staggered backwards a single step. Immediately, Mirtias fists swept outwards in a followup, while Indigo threw a punch at Mirtias stomach. "Youd better use your Ability X; otherwise, just wait to be a turtle!" Instantly, Mirtias sneered and revolved his power. In a sh, his stance became as stable as a mountain. Indigo could not even respond in time. Mirtias grabbed Indigos fist before his blownded on his stomach. Indigo then felt a sharp pain in his fingers, and his wrist was being crushed by Mirtiass grip. His voice cracked. Mirtiass was about to disable him... Boom. A loud explosion could be heard. Indigo had escaped Mirtiass grip, but it had already left a bloody mark on him Si Jiali stood up. "You two, you have already vited the rules of the Royal College which prohibits the use of Ability X in private fights. Please exercise restraint!" "Si Jiali, we are off campus. This has nothing to do with you. If you want to date me, you can line up." Mirtias smirked. He was a member of the Thistle Flower Union, and he disregarded Anian people. Indigo took deep breaths. "Si Jiali, you saw it too. I was forced to fight." "Indigo, lets go. Well just leave." Nicole did not want them to make a scene here. The waiters and onlookers around were rather calm. The Royal College students did not care. Even if they caused damage, all they had to do was to give double thepensation. Indigo resisted his anger. He did not want to make trouble, but he also did not want to lose his girlfriends confidence in him. "Whats the matter? Shrinking your head in like a turtle? Prove your strength to Nicole. Or piss off like a coward!" Mirtias eyes sparked with a monstrous power. Wang Zheng was observing the scene quietly from the corner. What the heck was that Nicole doing.... Did she have a guilty conscience? Indigos eyes shed a deeper shade of red, and his clothes had bepletely disheveled and ruffled up. A spiritual force circled around him, but strangely, it had no effect on anything in the vicinity. It was confined in a small area. It looked weak from a far, but in essence, it was concentrated in the form of a sharp knife! Si Jiali shook her head, pulled out her Skylink, and reported the matter back to the Sword Shield Rose. "Indigo and Mirtias? Both of them have strong abilities. You shouldnt act rashly... Damn. You need more back up. Just stay put, Clement and I will reach you as soon as possible." Vice-President Berwick Pompey felt that this was a counterattack by the Thistle Flower Union. It must have been to avenge Klimton. Although this matter was not rted to Sword Shield Rose, they were putting the me on them! Wang Zheng heard the entire phone conversation clearly. He pointed to the scene of conflict and asked, "This should be handled by the disciplinary team, right?" "Yes, were here to collect evidence," said Si Jiali. "Isnt the team I joined also a disciplinary team? At this time, shouldnt I go and stop them?" "Oh, no, its too dangerous... Just stay at the side." Si Jiali shook her head. After the earlier conversation, she knew that Wang Zheng indeed was a rare talent, and she could not afford to lose him. "I think its okay. Theyre not really fighting yet." Wang Zheng smiled and stepped forward. "Wang Zheng, dont go... They have already started using their Ability Xs; it is toote now." The Ability Xs of both parties had been brewing for a while and may erupt at any time. Si Jiali reached out and tried to catch hold of Wang Zheng, but she failed to grip him in time. Wang Zheng was already standing between Indigo and Mirtias. At the same time, Mirtias and Indigo roared out in anger and were going forward with their first attacks. The sudden appearance of Wang Zheng surprised both of them. However, neither could divert their attacks now! Once brewed, the energy could not be reabsorbed... "Go away!" Mirtiass cried out coldly. He further concentrated the energy in his hands, taking into the ount energy wasted in tearing Wang Zheng into shreds and ensuring that a sufficiently powerful force would hit Indigo. "Go away!" Indigo roared. He could not divert the energy anymore, and even so, he could not afford to weaken his attack as Mirtiass blow would definitely not be merciful.... Both of their lives could be in danger! Wang Zheng smiled. "Dont do this. Its not good to start this conflict every time you two meet. Lets just shake hands and pretend that nothing like this ever happened." All eyes were on Wang Zheng. Was this guy mad? Who was he? Buzz.... With two unusual sounds, Mirtias and Indigos impact collided with Wang Zhengs body at the same time. Two different Ability Xs were about to unleash their force on Wang Zheng. Many people closed their eyes and dared not witness the aftermath. A cowardly girl from literature and arts had already imagined the scene of Wang Zheng covered in blood in her mind, and she could not help but scream. Si Jiali also closed her eyes and dared not to look. It was over... She should not have pulled Wang Zheng into the association. This guy had a sense of responsibility that was too great but did not have the power to match up! However, one second passed, and two secondster, no subsequent movements were heard until a faint voice began, "Just like this, shake hands. That way, we can settle all things civilly. Well... themotion has ended. Everyone, please return to what you were doing. " Both Indigo and Mirtias stared at Wang Zheng. Who was this guy...? Indigo suddenly blinked. "Ah! Its you!" Wang Zhengs heart skipped a beat. "Do I know you....?" Was it because he helped Indigo the previous time... He did not want to be recognized. He represented the Sr System federation. Moreover, he still thought that he could secretly go to the mech training rooms with his purchased ID. He should not do anything too hasty... "Took me a long time to find you!" Indigos heart was about to leap out of his ribcage. He had finally found him! Boom! Wang Zheng nced at Mirtias. "Im from the Sword Shield Rose Disciplinary Team. If you insist on doing it, dont me me for being rough." Mirtias looked at Wang Zheng. "Who do you think you are... to appear out of nowhere..." As soon as he spoke, he reached out for Wang Zheng yet again. Bang... Mirtiass head was directly smashed into the ground and his arms were twisted to his back. He was already unconscious... Wang Zheng slowly stood up and looked at Si Jiali. "Did I go overboard?" Si Jiali stared nkly at Wang Zheng, stunned... This is... how is it possible... Mirtias was the general of Thistle Flower Union. Indigo was not taken aback at all. Only a true master could aplish something like that. "It shouldnt be... just..." "Haha, thats good, this guy is such a d*ck. I could not help myself," Wang Zheng said lightly. He was less sensitive to guys like that. If you could not make them honest, then at least make them fear you. Nicole, that womans eyes were actually on Mirtias. A few other people rushed out from the restaurant cabins... only to act concerned now. The politics within the Royal College were really confusing. Several people looked at Wang Zheng and started gossiping. "I dont care who you are... but if you continue talking sh*t, dont me me for being rude." Si Jiali frowned. Wang Zheng was so vulgar. The crowd started dispersing quickly. It seemed like the meal was over, and Si Jiali had to deal with the aftermath. Wang Zheng felt relieved. He understood his gap with the Anian people, but some things were soplicated that he could not be bothered to figure them out anymore. He was going to stick with one rule, and that was to prioritize settling trouble quickly! Indigo was busyforting his girlfriend. Wang Zheng had already disappeared. To be honest, he had always thought highly of An, but Earth was still better, especially with Yan Xiaosu. Looking at the unconscious Mirtias on the floor, the diners in the food court were stunned. Most of them were students of the Royal College and knew of Mirtiass power. As the Red Demon Wolf of the Lya Sphinx Empire, his powers were mysterious and almighty, yet looking at his state right now... The Sword Shield Rose disciplinary team arrived as quickly as they could. Vice-President Berwick Pompey and Commander Clement had sprinted here. Yet the empty scene stunned the two who were ready for a battle. Chapter 340: The Princess Calls Chapter 340: The Princess Calls Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Si Jiali sighed in relief in sight of the two. "As the vice-president, the matter is settled, and thankfully it did not escte." "Mirtias ... cked out? Who did this? It could not have been Indigo, right?" Clement was shocked by Mirtias state. Nicknamed the Red Demon Wolf, Mirtias was a very strong Ability X user. Although Mirtias may not look like much, his key talent was endurance. You could hurt him, but to knock him outpletely took a lot of effort. Looking around, he could not see traces of an actual battle. Even for Clement himself, it would take a lot of energy just to put Mirtias in a daze, no need to mentionpletely knocking him out. Just thinking about it, he could not imagine this possibility. In addition, he knew Indigo. Although he was an elite in the Mech Department, he was not capable of doing something like this. When Si Jiali heard Clements question, her eyebrows furrowed deeper. "You will not believe this..." Clement looked around and a strange idea emerged involuntarily. "You wouldnt say it was Wang Zheng?" Clement calmed his heart and thought of what Berwick Pompey said. That kind of test result either belonged to a rookie or a true master... Si Jiali nodded. Then echoes sounded near the gates. The people of the Thistle Flower Union arrived. Mirtias was an important member of the Thistle Flower Union that had been recently recruited. Now that he had an ident, his association would not idly stand by. Clement and Berwick Pompeys eyes widened in surprise. Eliya was amongst them; she hade down in person! She immediately had control over the entire situation. She had the stature of power and dominance. Berwick Pompey was fearful of her. He was more than clear that behind her beauty, this woman was very, very strong. "Berwick Pompey, look at my man. You should have an exnation for it." Eliya stared at Mirtias, who was still unconscious. She swept her gaze around the scene. Berwick Pompeys brow furrowed as well. He did not want to anger Eliya, especially when Oz was not there. When any issue arose, no matter big or small, once Eliya was here, even the slightest problems becameplex and difficult to handle. "Ask him yourself. He was the cause of the entire incident. We will conduct a series of investigations and hope that you will cooperate." "I will ask him myself, but after he is awake. Please, we ask you to cooperate with us first and hand over the person who did this to him. Of course, I will guarantee his personal safety, but I need evidence," Eliya said with a faint smile. Mirtias had just entered the Thistle Flower Autonomous Union less than a few months ago, yet he was now in aa. This was on top of the incident with Klimton. The Thistle Flower Union would not let this slide easily. "Sorry, what you said is not eptable. Mirtias was defeated in the course of defense. My team member was just performing official duties. There is no reason for you to interrogate him. Mirtias was the first to act violently with his Ability X, which is a vition of academy rules." "Please note that we are out of campus. Those rules only apply in school. So what I want to do now is find the murderer." Eliya smiled lightly. "The people involved in the incident are all students of the Royal College, so the student regtions still apply. Please take back yourst statement, it is not appropriate." This was not simply a matter of discussion, it was a fight for power between the two associations. Eliya would not give in easily, especially when the matter involved her general. Looking at Mirtiass state, if she did not maintain her authority, the Thistle Flower Union would not be able to hold their heads up anywhere in campus. Not to mention the fact that he was defeated by the Sword Shield Rose. Obviously, Berwick Pompey was not going to give in either. It was not just for the reason of logic, but if he were to give in again, he might as well resign from his position as the vice-president. In fact, this was not the first time. Soon after, the two sides expressed their individual stances and dispersed. The situation was tricky, and Eliyas attitude was tough as usual, so he would have to escte the matter to Oz. "Wang Zheng!" Berwick Pompey was still shocked. "It was really him..." At the opposite side, an exmation was made too. "Wang Zheng? Are you sure?" Eliyas voice was very surprised. To be honest, this was quite a rare sight. Things always went ording to her ns and expectations; obstacles seldom stood in her path. Berwick Pompeys eyes flickered. "It doesnt matter how Wang Zheng did it. Be it coincidence or luck, we must be careful that retaliation will be taken against him." Elia felt that she had been distracted because of the Klimton incident. Wang Zheng should have been a member of her Thistle Flower Council, but he had been pulled into Sword Shield Rose because of her negligence. Wang Zheng bought meat buns from a roadside stall to fill his stomach. After arriving in An, the best ce to eat was the Royal College canteen. He had no time to explore real delicacies outside of campus. It was rare for him to have an opportunity like this, to eat expensive delicacies... yet he did not get to enjoy his meal, and trouble had evene knocking! Thinking back, An truly did possess incredibly high living standards. "Oh!" A reminder popped up on his Skylink. It was Lin Huiyin. Her face was on his screen, blinking her big eyes and dressed in a cute doll outfit, looking like a rabbit. "Wang Zheng! Are you forgetting something again?" "No?" "What!? You agreed to help me with my song. Ive been waiting for you for half an hour!" Lin Huiying red and bared her teeth. She looked anything but intimidating. "Well, Ill go right away." Wang Zheng did not know what was going on. He just had a singing session, yet she wanted him to do another voice synchronization session. He just did not understand. "A man cannot go back on his word, even if you have to rush through a zing field. Moreover, this is such a small thing," Huiyin said in response. "Yes, Your Highness, I am truly happy to do this." "That is what you should be saying. Hurry up!" Huiyin showed a bright smile. On the other side, Ang had been angered to death. How dare he make the Princess wait for half an hour. He came to the recording studio in a hurry, and Ang stared coldly at Wang Zheng. "You joined the Sword Shield Rose?" Ang was very up to date. "Well, its a bit easier to get things done." Wang Zheng smiled. "Come in." Ang brought Wang Zheng to the studio and did not harp on the previous matter. Wang Zheng could not care less about Ang anyways. Wang Zheng entered the studio, and Lin Huiying pounced on him, still in the doll dress. "Is this pretty? I just had an activity at an orphanage." "Orphanage?" "What? Cant there be orphans in An? idents also happen in more developed areas." Lin Huiyings voice softened, seemingly troubled by what she saw today Wang Zheng smiled. "Our Princess is so kind. You look beautiful now." He touched Lin Huiyings head. "What? Dont I always look this good? Sis is not the only beauty in the world." "You will look even more beautiful when you are grown up, just like a fairy." Wang Zhengughed. Lin Huiying nodded. "Thats right. Come on, lets start on our work. Im very serious. If you dont do well, I will criticize you!" "Ive been forced into this. Im helpless." Wang Zhengughed bitterly. The team working with the Princess was the most professional one possible. Wang Zheng only had to repeatedly sing the song "Beyond", with asional emotional and pronunciation changes, which the staff reminded him to do. Despite that, the seemingly short process took more than two hours. Fortunately, the song was very enjoyable and addictive to listen to, and as an amateur, there was nothing much to think and worry over other than just singing. The staff members nodded frequently. Her Royal Highness was really good today, and she hadpletely found her rhythm in her emotions. One could tell that her EQ was very high. The lyrics expressed in her song had nothing to do with her, but this represented small steps towards her dream of singing. Her identity brought her some convenience, but there were also significant negative criticisms, especially in the event of a bad song. However, Lin Huiyin was not one to give up easily; she persevered. My haters, thank you for despising me and never letting me hang my head and instead to proceed on bravely! She clenched her fists. Wang Zhengs voice matched perfectly with hers,bining into an infectious rhythm. Why did she like music? It was the only thing that allowed her to be separated from her identity. This was the true Lin Huiyin. Chapter 341: Welcoming Ceremony Chapter 341: Weing Ceremony Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas All neers could expect a weing ceremony, and Wang Zheng was no exception. The tradition of the Sword Shield Rose was still followed quite strictly. Wang Zhengs wee meeting officially took ce on the night President Oz returned to the college. An was a well-developed empire in every aspect, except for the fact that it had too many rules, much unlike the freedom experienced by the Sr System. However, these same rules made the empire mighty and strong in efficiency and military strength, and they had developed the nation to the empire it was today. The objective of the ceremony was to get Wang Zheng acquainted within the club. Wang Zheng was eager to meet the legendary Sword Magician Oz, An IGs deputy captain. Based on Ans standards, he would definitely be beyond the average Milky Way persons level. A person like this... what would his mech operation and Ability X be like? The weing meeting was held in the third office of the Sword Shield Rose. It was an internal ceremony, so all participants were members of the Sword Shield Rose. The ceremony was held for two purposes. First, to wee President Oz back. Oz was undoubtedly the backbone of the Sword Shield Rose. The Sword Shield Rose Association had fortunately suppressed Eliya, with the help of Wang Zheng. Klimton was expelled and Eliyas mighty general, Mirtias, was defeated. He had significantly restrained the rise of power of the Thistle Flower Union. Secondly, it was to introduce Wang Zheng to all the existing members and to develop a sense ofradery. In the future, they could better support each other at work. Oz was born an ordinary Anian civilian, but he was a very charismatic man. In fact, he had faced difficulties in his promotion to the president of the Sword Shield Rose but managed to conquer the position with his strength. His rise to the top had been memorable in that aspect. Berwick Pompey reported to Oz about matters that had happened during this period of time. They had taken a defensive stance because Oz was not physically present on campus. "So many things happened during my absence. Her Highness seeks unity within the bigger picture. This time, as the host nation of IG, we should minimize mistakes. We should punish those troublemakers as a necessary warning sometimes. This Wang Zheng is very interesting." An IG captain who came from Earth actually dared to fight in an unknown situation. It was interesting not because he did not hesitate to make use of his Sword Shield Rose status, but rather in other aspects... Oz had always had a good eye for people. "You must be Wang Zheng." Oz went up to him on his own while Si Jiali was still introducing him to certain main members. "Wang Zheng, this is our president, Oz, nicknamed the Sword Magician. Do not fear his scary looks, he is a good man." One could easily tell that Si Jiali and Oz were very familiar with each other. "Si Jiali, give me some face, Im the president." "Oh, drop the act in front of our Physics Department, or I might just spill your gossip," Si Jiali threatened like a tiger. Oz smiled. He and Si Jiali were indeed old friends. He took the initiative to reach out and say, "Oz." "Wang Zheng." The two could feel each others strength at the first sight. Ozs spiritual power was extremely strong, although he had tried hard to suppress it. One could easily be influenced interacting with a man like that. The two mens hands seemed to be engaged in a slow handshake, but in fact, both hands were shaking and feeling each others presence. For outsiders, it felt like a matter of seconds, but Wang Zheng could feel his steel-like strength. But this spiritual power was secondary. Oz himself was like a giant sword C sharp, full of momentum with the stature of a mountain, all of which was pressing onto him. Wang Zhengs mouth curled up into a smile and the fearful presence disappeared into thin air. This experience could hardly be called pleasant. Oz had a strange expression on his face as he slowly released his hand. It was one thing to even be able to resist his strong presence, but how could the other party easily erase all his force? "President, although Wang Zheng is not academically strong, he is a real master at battling," Clement said. "Originally, he only joined the disciplinary team because there were limited slots for physics students, but everything seems to be working out well now." Oz smiled. "Clement, you are still oblivious. Wang Zheng is not revealing his true self. Looks like the IG this time around will be interesting." "We have long heard that An represents the highest level of IG; maybe it will be different this time around." Wang Zheng smiled. At this moment, he was not a member of the Sword Shield Rose, but the captain of the Sr System Federations IG team. Clements mouth was agape, same with the people around him. This Wang Zheng was really something to dare to challenge An. This persons character was also very interesting, not too attention-seeking, yet not low-profile. He wanted to test Wang Zhengs skills, but An was the host country and he was the deputy leader of Ans IG team, so this would certainly cause controversy to erupt. The twos initial contact seemed to reveal something deeper that was hidden before. Wang Zheng could feel that Oz was different... he was definitely a tough opponent. The more he met such people, the more determined he became. It was said that Sword Magician Oz was a person who liked to conceal his cards, but by the looks of it, the rumors seemed false. "Clement, youve made a mistake. The president is back. Wang Zheng will being with us to the Physics Department, and thats where he belongs. He has no time to y around," Si Jiali said. "Si Jiali, dont do this. Its too much trouble to re-do the procedures. I think its good as it is now. Wang Zheng, what do you think?" Oz smiled. Wang Zheng shrugged. "Im fine as long as I do not cause trouble." Wang Zheng had joined this organization to create opportunities to meet Aina. He wasnt really interested in what was going on in school. He had enough pressure as it was dealing with Xiao Fei. Oz was also a casual person. Although An had many rules, he seemed nonchnt about them. After he peered at his Skylink, he turned and walked onto the rostrum, picking up the microphone. "Everyone, please quiet down, especially those drinking at the corner. The Princess will be arriving shortly. Do not make me remind you to behave yourselves." Oz smiled. Everyone froze and immediately started cheering. The Princess rarely came to Sword Shield Rose. She was usually with the Student Union, so this was a rare opportunity. This news suddenly hyped up the atmosphere of the wee party. "Wang Zheng, how lucky are you to immediately meet the Princess when you just joined us." Landry smiled and patted Wang Zhengs shoulder. He was one of the members of the disciplinary team and was assigned by Clement to be Wang Zhengs partner. He was a second year in the Command Department and was considered very strong. "Now that I think about it, when I first joined Sword Shield Rose, Her Highness had just gone to Earth and I waited three full months for the glorios moment of meeting her. Oh, right, you must not be disrespectful, and you cant look at her straight in the eyes, just to give you a warning in advance. The Princess is beautiful, enough to overwhelm you. Just so you are mentally prepared. Even so, Princess Aina is very open-minded, so you dont have to worry." Since he was on An, Wang Zheng fully understood the position Aina had in the minds of the Anian people. It was not an exaggeration to say that she was treated like a goddess. The degree of respect for the royal family in An was unlike anything in the Sr System Federation. Even for the paparazzi, the level of respect and restraint was indeed extraordinary, of course. After all, An was governed under a true imperial system. Landry spoke with familiarity. "Do you know what the most beautiful aspect of our Princess Aina is?" "What is it?" Wang Zheng touched his nose and looked at Landrys fiery, passionate eyes. Deep down, Wang Zheng felt offended as Landry was talking about his love. "It is her perfection. Her Royal Highness is beautiful without the need for any modification. Her beauty will choke you. I still remember my first close-up with the Princess. She stood right in front of me. Do you know how that felt? Glory, glory that only me and the disciplinary team captain got to experience..." Landry went on and on about his first encounter with Aina, continuously repeating words like "glory", "glory", and "privilege." It was as though one would lose his mind upon hearing Ainas name. Though he was calm on the surface, Wang Zheng was aze on the inside. Why did hee to An? Was it to hear what Xie Yuxin had to say? No! Everything else was secondary. He was here for Aina. "Why are youughing?" Landry drank a sip of water, thirsty from speaking so much. "Oh, nothing. I mean, if the Princess is so perfect, does she not have a boyfriend?" Landry looked around and whispered, "Her Royal Highness is the dream goddess of all of our Anianpatriots. There are many people who want to pursue her, but I think no one is worthy of her. President Oz? Maybe he has a 10% chance. President Aurora, maybe a 20% chance?" Landry was obviously softer towards the back of that sentence. If President Oz heard it, all the tough work in the disciplinary team would be piled onto him. Wang Zheng smiled. Looking at the time, Aina should be arriving soon. There was an unusual warmth flowing through his body. He could not restrain the fierce feeling he felt after longing for her for so long. His heartbeat was as calm as usual, but there was a strange chemical reaction happening within his blood stream. Si Jiali walked over with a ss of wine. First, she said a few words to Landry, then she took Wang Zheng to the side and frowned. "Landry is your partner?" "Captain Clement told me to cooperate with Landry." Si Jiali nodded. "You shouldnt get too involved with him, he can be quite unpredictable." Chapter 342: Her Highness Arrives Chapter 342: Her Highness Arrives Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Si Jiali meant well for Wang Zheng. Even though he was capable, An was a sleeping tiger. He could easily offend others, and that would not be good for him. Things ran deep here. "Thank you." Wang Zheng smiled. He knew that Si Jiali was kind. An ordinary student could not afford to offend anyone here. However, for Wang Zheng, this one sentence meant that everyone had be even more jealous of him! Everyone bowed upon Ainas appearance; only Wang Zheng stood as still as ever. Their eyes met and Ainas face immediately broke into a radiant smile. She was fighting hard to suppress her emotions. "Your Highness, wee. We are holding a wee meeting," said Oz. The unruly Sword Magician was as polite as ever before the Princess. Aina smiled and said, "Oh, yes, introduce your neer to me." Wang Zheng could clearly feel the change in atmosphere of the entire venue. Even the most casual guys became extremely restrained. "Wang Zheng, an exchange student from Earth. Hes in the Physics Department and has made outstanding contributions to space physics," said Si Jiali. "Oh, its him." "Her Royal Highness, do you know him?" "His best contribution award was awarded by me. ssmate Wang Zheng, we meet again." The twos eye contact never separated. Si Jiali suddenly realized that they should know each other. "Your Royal Highness, it is a pleasure to meet you again." Wang Zhengughed. Wang Zheng was not an Anian and did not behave like the rest. In his eyes, Aina was just a girl; he couldnt care less about the rules. "Si Jiali, how is he? I did not award the wrong person, right?" Aina teased. "Your Royal Highness, Wang Zhengs physics experience is veryprehensive, and it is not just limited to space physics. I hope he can stay in An for a longer time," Si Jiali said. Wang Zheng was indeed a talented individual; she was only telling the truth. Ainaughed even more happily, her eyshes fluttering. "I like Earth very much. It is a beautiful ce. Wang Zheng, would you care to share more with me?" Aina invited Wang Zheng along. All eyes were full of envy. Everyone knew that the two Princesses had a good impression of the Sr System, especially Earth. Of course, this was also rted to Ans recent strategy to strengthen the military alliance with Antis and their political alliance with Earth. While the Sr Systems military standards were falling constantly, their political influence did not fade as quickly. On the contrary, it seemed to be rising. Wang Zheng smiled. "Yes, of course." Although Aina was in a hurry, she had to put up an act. She chatted with Oz, Si Jiali, and other key members of Sword Shield Rose for a while to learn more about the current situation. Because of her special identity, Sword Shield Rose spoke less about their recent struggles and more about the development of the college and talents. From the perspective of Aina, the Royal College should aim to cultivate talents and retain talent as much as possible. In fact, foreign talents deserved even greater attention. After a full dy of more than half an hour, Aina was able to withdraw from the crowd to find Wang Zheng. There were too many people staring at him, and although she was nearby, she had to act nonchnt. In the end, Aina took the initiative to invite Wang Zheng out for a walk. Oz and the others thought that Aina was being apanied by her guards and thus did not follow. When the two walked side by side, they could feel each others heartbeats. When they turned out of the hall, Wang Zheng hugged Aina. Aina was startled. She bit her lips hard before letting out a sigh of ecstacy. Leaning against the wall, Aina looked so stunning. Their fingers were tightly intertwined. At the beginning, Aina was still alert, but the feeling of self-consciousness disappeared upon being in Wang Zhengs embrace. Wang Zheng was still a bit awkward. After all, this was An, so it was best to be careful. At the corner was a small conference room. Wang Zheng slipped through the door, and Aina swiftly followed after. In fact, there was also a hint of adrenaline. What would happen if they were discovered by others? After enjoying their sweet moment for a while, Wang Zhengs big hand wanderedfortably into the Princesss clothes, while Aina let out sighs of submission. Suddenly, Wang Zheng stopped. Aina opened her eyes to see Wang Zheng admiring her. Her face flushed and was too shy to lift her head. Wang Zheng did not want to miss the view in front of him, so he slowly lifted Ainas frail face. "Sometimes, I feel that all this is an illusion. Are you Ans princess or my princess?" Aina stroked Wang Zhengs face. "This is not an illusion. I am the Princess of An. But the moment we found each other, I knew that I could never escape your hands. " Wang Zheng smiled. "I think I should develop my talent in this field further... I think I have some hope in picking up princesses." "Hey, dont show off your abilities. Others arent supposed to know." Ainas mouth narrowed, and her brows furrowed. Wang Zheng was surprised and smiled. "Its not easy. My little Shishi gets jealous too. Only you will be fond of me as I am." "Si Jiali is the famous ice queen in the Royal College. I havent seen her so friendly with a boy. Did you use your splendor to seduce others again?" Wang Zheng wanted tough. "What do you mean by "again"??? How dare you doubt me. I am going to spank you!" He lightly tapped Ainas butt. He would never bear to spank her, and Aina was unusually sensitive today. The pair of lovers had experienced many things. The greater the pressure of the outside world, the stronger the attraction the pair felt for each other. Aina was prepared to do whatever it took for Wang Zheng, and she was unafraid of the consequences. This led Wang Zheng to have a growing sense of responsibility. However, his current determination seemed to have diminished from when he had first set out to be worthy of Aina after seeing the challenges ahead of him. As the two faced each other, the deep feelings of nostalgia were enough to melt Wang Zheng. Suddenly, the door knob moved. "Oh, the conference room is locked." Landrys voice came from outside the door. "Forget it, lets change locations. That Wang Zheng kid is not back yet." "Do you think the Princess invited him for dinner?" "In your dreams. Her Highness is now definitely back at the pce. Wang Zheng is really lucky; I want to be an Earthling too." "You can just read more about Earth and show off a little in front of Her Highness next time." The sound ofughter faded away. Wang Zheng and Aina breathed a sigh of relief. When they looked at each other, they couldnt help butugh. Unconsciously, both of their palms turned sweaty. Whether it was Wang Zheng or Aina, they were not new to chaos. As Ans Princess, Aina had experienced all sorts of big scenes. Meanwhile, Wang Zheng was a super warrior who had crawled out of hell. Even so, their love life was still a tightrope walk. Perhaps it was for fear of chaos, both wanted to love freely, but not be the center of attention of the world. There were still too many people in the disciplinary team meeting. The two did not dare to stay for long. Although there was reluctance, their current circumstances meant much more opportunities to meetpared to before. Wang Zheng suddenly thought of an excellent idea. Didnt Lin Huiyin allow him to record songs in the pce? This was an excellent excuse to meet her. After mentioning the idea to Aina, she could not help but roll her eyes. "Youre so bad. Youre taking advantage of kids!" "Huiyin, that brat, is much smarter than us. Rest assured, I will be a better brother-inw to her in the future. We can both help her if she needs cover." Wang Zhengughed. As a man, it was good to be shameless sometimes. After sending Aina back, Wang Zheng hummed a happy tune. He could not feel morefortable. He had recharged himself mentally and was even more ready to work hard. His next conquest: the IG! He still had time, but instead of wasting it, he could do well practicing. He felt satisfied with the Golden Wheel, and he was confident that he would fully grasp the use of the mech soon. Since he was already on An, he could not waste such good training conditions. Wang Zheng was especially keen to try the less popr mecha, or those that were more difficult to handle. Wang Zheng trained for more than an hour on the Golden Wheel and gradually learned some techniques. This mech mightve been considered simple in design, but it ironically required strong judgment, a good sense of the battle, and strong wrist reflex to deliver a lethal punch. This had a situation simr to the Wind God. Although it was amazing in CT, Wang Zheng knew its performance would be simr to that of the Golden Wheel in actual battle. This was the problem Ye Zisu hade to An to solve. Any mech that could not perform in battles was useless. To Wang Zheng, it was quite the contrary. He was confident in performing his best with these mecha. A tyrannical body with sufficient reserves of energy was a necessary condition for driving this mech. On the bright side, he was bursting with energy. Yet he was unable to use the mech perfectly. This probing question was driving him crazy, yet he could not get in touch with Bonehead. After practicing the Golden Wheel, Wang Zheng came to the door and saw a familiar figure, Indigo. Indigo clearly looked frustrated. His training had clearly ended. He looked up to see Indigo looking straight at him. At first he froze, not knowing what to do, and then forced a smile. "Brother, we meet again. Thank you forst time." Wang Zheng smiled. "Youre wee Just doing what I ought to. What happened to you?" Indigo looked up at the ceiling and sighed deeply. "Hey, do you have time?" Chapter 343: Suppression’s Rhythm Chapter 343: Suppressions Rhythm Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "I have nothing going on." "Grab a drink with me. F*ck, I just broke up." Indigo looked tearful. Just like this, Wang Zheng was brought to a pub outside the school by indigo. Within minutes, Indigo had already poured three big sses of cocktails into his stomach. "How can heaven do this to me. I was so good to her, yet she actually... I can no longer believe in love." Indigo resembled a reservoir opening its floodgates. It turned out that Nicole was already with Mirtias. Nicole was rather calm about the whole situation, but Indigo was a guy who only knew about mecha. At first she was charmed by this face, but the charm faded with time and she lost interest as well. "Bro, do you think Im a loser? Is there any way to forget my troubles? I really just want to delete my memory. Should I go for amnesiac surgery?" Wang Zheng did not know what to say, but knew that Indigo really should not be drinking this much. "There is one way. You are a mech major. How about we fight a battle?" "Fighting, Im not good at that." "Mecha!" "Well, lets go. I do not believe that I, Indigo, cannot find another girlfriend. Well, at least I can live with the mech my entire life!" Indigo shouted as though there was no one else in the pub. Wang Zheng shook his head... another mech nerd. Indigo was not as bad a drinker as Wang Zheng imagined; he was just looking for an outlet to vent. After howling andining in the bar, he was immediately refreshed upon stepping outside. He was not a hopeless romantic, but he had really lost reputation this time around. At least the other bastard got a good beating. As for Nicole, he got to see her true colors early. Better to change his girlfriend now thanter. "Wang Zheng, youre captain of the Sr System Federations IG team?" Indigo looked at Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng did not expect Indigo to recover so quickly. "Yes." "Oh, God. How did you get mixed with the Physics Department when you are good with mecha?" Wang Zhengughed. "I wanted to join the Mech Department at first, but the Mech Department did not want to admit me. Oh, right, Ive been essing training rooms with other peoples passes. This shouldnt pose a problem, right?" "Its okay. Many people do that. Nobody cares. Just dont upy it when proper lessons are taking ce." Indigos curiosity quickly returned to the previous topic at hand. Even Wang Zheng couldnt help but be amazed at how quickly Indigo hadposed himself with regards to his previous breakup. It sounded like the situation was a matter of life or death just minutes ago, and now it seemed as though it was someone elses business. Anians were so difficult to grasp. They walked to the Mech Departments building C. Indigo was familiar with the path there, so the two made their way over quickly. His mood had totally stabilized now, and he seemed more curious about Wang Zheng now. He was curious about how an Earthling could aplish such difficult moves with the Metal Guard. "Indigo, Wang Zheng, why are you guys here?" Landry looked at both of them curiously. Wang Zheng was nowhere to be found after the ceremony but had mysteriously ended up here. "Ah, Landry, you are here too. You know Wang Zheng?" "We are partners in the disciplinary team. How do you two..." "Its a long story. We are old acquaintances. We are just going to have a battle." "Wang Zheng, did Her Royal Highness go back?" Landry could not help but ask. Hearing Ainas name, Wang Zheng was overwhelmed with happiness once again. "We spoke for a while, but she had matters to attend to and left." Landry shook his head and said, "Ever since I joined the Sword Shield Rose, Ive barely conversed with the Princess. Your luck is so good. I want to be an Earthling too." "Landry, what is wrong with you... Wang Zhengs mecha skills are amazing. He is also the captain of the Sr Systems IG team. How did he end up in physics? Please get someone to fix this," Indigo said. Landryughed. "You dont even know what you are saying. Wang Zheng is the winner of this years Milky Way University Science Award. He is a space science genius. The physics professors would murder us if he transferred to the Mech Department." Landry had always been skeptical about Wang Zhengs capabilities in each field. Although he held an IG captain title, he ought to be rtively better at physics. Landry opened his mouth wide. "Is it possible that Wang Zhengs mecha piloting level is also amazing..." A person who could perform tough moves with the Metal Guard, while possessing an inscrutable Ability X... "Well, we will know after the battle. Wang Zheng, you choose the mech since you are the guest." Fighting was not his strength, but Indigo was still confident when it came to mecha. "I am fine with any. How about the Metal Guard?" Wang Zheng said. Landry was looking forward to the battle as it was the first time he would be able to judge the level of his so-called partner. Indigo was strong, but he was more ustomed to the style of lighter mecha instead of the flexible but heavy Metal Guard. This was Indigos style, he sought inspiration through battle. Having had experience in piloting it, Wang Zheng was not unfamiliar to the Metal Guard. This tall and mighty mech had also been a former glory of An. Its long-range firepower was simple but strong. It was not a model that was impressive in battles, but it allowed one to demonstrate their control of mecha. It could be said that the Anian people used this model to improve their mecha control. Landrys curiosity was aroused as Wang Zheng was making a bold move. The Metal Guard was rare in other regions, and foreigners rarely used it as a practice mech. This meant Indigo had a much greater advantage with this model. After a short warm up, the battle between the two began. Landry was not expecting much from the start, but he could not believe what he saw towards the end. Absolute suppression! Indigo was actually suppressed by the pace of the battle. The opponents position and judgment were simply superior from the standpoint of a bystander. Indigo was much more aware, but Wang Zhengs control of the rhythm left Indigo little space to dictate the situation. He could only prevent himself from beingplete crushed. There was no battle to begin with. All along, Landry held a little disdain towards Earthlings. It was not tant, but he never had a good impression of foreigners from the Sr System. Although he never refuted an order, he had never epted them in his heart. This scene in front of him made him feel stunned. Indigo also felt it. His opponents control and observation were still slowly improving! This was interesting. All the cells in Indigos body began to awaken, and the movement of his Metal Guard became more and more powerful. The entire mech had the aura of a killer. This was Indigos strength; he could easily defeat opponents with his stature. However, Wang Zhengs Metal Guardpletely bypassed it. Under Indigos attacks, he could still maintain his own rhythm as easily as moving his own fingertips. This... was a bit too old-fashioned. Logically speaking, Earthlings should not possess such a realm ofbat experience. Was the Sr System Federation making a breakthrough this time... All of a sudden, Indigo roared, throwing out his signature move, the gorgeous Pata Leoves multi-strike assault. His Metal Guard made a sudden violent movement, while the hand wielding the titanium knife made multiple killer hacks towards Wang Zheng. These kinds of attacks were almost impossible to dodge even with lighter mech models, because of the Metal Guards sheer size and imposing momentum, let alone arge mech like the Metal Guard. However, after a set ofbos, Landry and Indigo froze. Hisbination of aggressive attacks had not even touched the shadow of his opponents mech. The distance between them was so small, yet Wang Zheng had made aplete escape. What a ghostly move! By now, Indigo was already covered with sweat. If it was not forbidden to fight with Ability X, he wouldve really wanted to test Wang Zhengs bottom line. The two came out of the mecha. Indigo wiped his sweat and looked up at Wang Zheng. This man...was not even covered in a drop of sweat. "Dang... Wang Zheng, you really have some tricks up your sleeve. Dont tell me the rest of your team is this good," Indigo asked could not help but ask. Wang Zheng smiled. "Im definitely not the best. I was lucky to even be the captain." Indigo opened his mouth and Landry could not help but shake his head. "I dont believe that!" Wang Zheng felt indifferent. Lear or Achilles should be stronger than Indigo, but Indigos Ability X might be stronger. Overall, he was pretty exceptional too. Only, at this skill level, he could not even hope to be a substitute. "There will be a show this time. I really hope that the Sr System Federation gives us something to roar about this time around." "I heard that there might be some adjustments for this IG." Landry frowned and said, "It will probably not be as exclusive as before." "No matter how it changes, one still needs strength to speak. Basically, once every ten years, there will be a super IG. After seeing Wang Zheng, I feel like there will be a lot more drama this year." Indigo smiled. Although he was not involved in Ans IG team, there would certainly be a seat for him in the future. "It is said by the seniors that the strength of this years IG participants is the strongest, especially with the emergence of a few godlike opponents." Landryughed. "Haha, no matter who it is, An is the strongest. No one can match up to us!" Indigoughed. Although the Sword Saint and the Sword Magician had different characters, their strength was indeed the same. They were not as famous as some people, because they wanted to keep a low profile. The Anians were not like the Arbiters; they preferred not to reveal their true capabilities. Who would show their true worth and prove their own strength in the end? One would only know at the IG. Regardless of whether it was the Sword Magician or the Sword Saint, they were only just a bit better than the Sun God. Wang Zheng suddenly realised that he ought to have a glorious nickname for himself as well. He had to think of one... The Universal God? ... that sounded like such a weakling... Super Invincible something...? Forget it.. Wang Zheng shrugged. No matter who they were, he would leave them be, unless they provoked him that is. Chapter 344: First Love Chapter 344: First Love Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas After returning to his dormitory, Wang Zheng continued with his practice. After entering the second stage of the Primordial Regression Technique, Wang Zhengs daily efforts would definitely umte over time. Although the effects were minor, his judgment would be much more urate in battle, and such umtions would eventually snowball. Like Indigo. He would not have defeated Indigo with his past capabilities. Ans mightiest was strong, but his improvement speed was too fast. Since opening the box, his increase in strength felt like a dream. Sometimes, Wang Zheng did not know what to make of this sudden fortune. Was it just him being lucky, or this was the effect anyone who obtained the Rubiks Cube would be bestowed with? Sinking into the Rubiks Cube, its power seemed to have beenpletely depleted. After thest time, Bonehead and the anonymous Charcoal seemed to have broken down, and his recentbat energy and abilities had not received a substantial boost. Was it because he was stupid? Wang Zheng shook his head bitterly. He had many burning questions to ask Bonehead and that strange Charcoal. It was as though Charcoal had knowingly sought after Wang Zheng. Not being able to figure things out, Wang Zheng practiced another round. He would rece his stupidity with hard work. In a gxy thousands of light years away from An, Old Merchant was sitting in an arduous position. He sat opposite a young and an old chap, chatting happily. After sending away the retro-dressed duo, the Old Merchant was relieved. The other parties still had reservations about Wang Zheng. Internally, there were conflicts too. Once one party had a bigger interest at stake, the others would sing an opposing rhythm. Deep down, Old Merchant always believed in Wang Zheng. Although the look in that young mans eyes was peaceful, they were piercing and seemed to see through everything. In todays world, both talent and luck were necessary in order to be powerful. Wang Zheng possessed both, but what was most important was the third quality, which would normally be overlooked. That was hard work! Due to having experienced the ups and downs of life and witnessing the super era, n Tucker was extremely calm. This was arge game of chess, and he and Wang Zheng were undoubtedly facing the entire chessboard by themselves. He believed himself to be a good knight; although old, he was still very useful... The ce where every tourist visited in An was the An Royal College. As a famous institution of the Milky Way Alliance, it was also one of the symbols of An and also the choice of destination for most tourists. It was said that anyone who studied there would be sessful in the future. "Now, what we see is the main entrance of the An Royal College. This door was designed by Lord Lour. It disys the perfect artisticbination of nature and man while not losing the human touch of science and technology. This statue came from the An Expedition..." Many tour groups enthusiastically brought groups of people to the An Royal College. The tour guide was an enthusiastic, witty middle-aged person. From the tone of the introduction, it was difficult to hide the pride of the Anian people, but he maintained a bnced tone. He was even telling Anian jokes from time to time. The atmosphere of the group was very harmonious. Soon, from behind the main gates, a student dressed in the royal school uniform of An Royal College weed him. This was a student of the tour guide faculty who led the tour groups to visit the An College. "Hello, everyone, Im Norman. Im a sophomore in the tour guide faculty of the Royal College. Everyone, please tell me if you have any concerns. Meanwhile, this is a temporary visit permit issued to you. Please keep it safe. Dont lose it, or you will have to pay ten dors and I might even get a bad rating. The tour guide job is not easy, and Im trying to earn some extra pocket money, so I do seek everyones support. "Haha, rest assured." "We wont lose it." Everyone was happy. The tour guide was quite funny and the atmosphere was pleasant. The day-trip tour started with the internal college. They also entered non-sensitive teaching buildings and got a feel of Ans learning environment. In the rxed and cheerful exnation provided by Norman, the tourists took many photos, and soon, the itinerary was over. "Well, todays visit ends here. Im going back to ss. For your remaining time here, do feel free to explore the college. Remember to return your visiting cards to the main guardhouse before 2 oclock and give me a rmendation on the card as well," Norman said with a bow. "No problem." "Hurry and go to ss soon." The tour of the An Royal College, including the free tours, were always conducted in groups. Of course, the visit permits did not allow anyone to enter any of the colleges key buildings, such as the library,boratory, or the mech training grounds. It only allowed one to view the external areas. The group soon dispersed as everyone had different interests. The younger couples headed for the forests, while the older couples prefer to rx by the artificialke. Amongst them, two women and three men found a resting spot in a pavilion. "The atmosphere of the An Royal College is so good that even the air smells elite. Unfortunately, I did not manage to enroll here." A 23 or 24-year-old girl said with remorse in her tone while tossing both hands up into the air and breathing heavily. It was a bit of a shame. Once you had the identity of an An Royal College student, whether you are looking for a job or a boyfriend, one would have gained a significant advantage. The other girl was impressionably well-dressed, with short and neat hair and refreshing features reflective of a demure beauty. A tall boy stood tenderly behind her. They were obviously a couple. "Xiayu, I remember you werecking a hundred points." "Shouldnt my beauty make up for this small difference?" Xia Yu said innocently. One hundred standard points... which also meant that she scored at most 20 standard points. The entrance examination was famous for being difficult. "Not meaning to be offensive, but look around. Which girl is not as beautiful as you and me?" Liao Yuqingughed. "Hey, in my heart, you are always the most beautiful," the tall boy interjected in a timely manner and a gentle enthusiasm sufficient to melt ice. Liao Yuqing smiled sweetly. "You are speaking for yourself," she said in a happy tone. "Can the couple not show off in front of a single person? Wevee to work in An. This tour is just for fun, by the way!" Xia Yu could not stand looking at them any longer. She turned her head and nced into the distance, pretending to appreciate the distant scenery. "Oh, whats that?" Suddenly, Xia Yu rubbed her eyes and looked into the distance. "What is it?" "I seem to see an acquaintance. Yuyu, that person... You see, he really reminds me of him, especially the way he walks." "The way he walks?" "You remember that boy who peeked at you while you were showering?" "Hey! Whats going on?" The tall boy coughed. He had never heard such a thing before! Xia Yu said, "To be more precise, shes referring to the handsome dude that used to chase after Yuyu." Liao Yuqing smiled. "Dont listen to her nonsense. He was my neighbor. His parents abandoned him when he was young, and he would often eat at my house before he moved away." "Our Yuyu is so kind," Zhang Lu said softly. What he liked most about her was her generosity and kindness. "Haha, you two really ... this kid actually came here to travel, such a coincidence." "Really? Maybe he is studying here." "Come on, Yuyu. Based on that guys intelligence, its not possible. He was harping on about how he wanted to be a pilot to protect us. What nonsense." "It might not even be him. Its been five or six years since Ist saw him," said Liao Yuqing. At this time, Wang Zheng was gesturing while walking, trying to mimic several actions he had made just now... "Just call him." Although Xia Yu looked demure with her long hair, she was a big, clumsy man inside. She did just that and stood up to wave her hands, shouting, "Hey, Xiao Zheng!" Wang Zheng froze. This voice... so familiar... especially "Xiao Zheng." No one had called him that for a long time. Looking up, Wang Zheng froze again. In a pavilion in front of him stood two women and a man. They were looking at him. The long-haired girl was waving hysterically, while the short-haired girl was smiling ever so slightly. "Qi Yujie, Sister Yu?" Wang Zheng blinked and called out a name he had not thought of for a long time. Chapter 345: True Friends Never Lie Chapter 345: True Friends Never Lie Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The faint smile on Liao Yuqings face opened up into a big arc. "Wang Zheng? Its been so long." "What the heck? You can still remember that ugly nickname? Wow, look how youve grown; youre even taller than me now. Are you here on holiday? Youve really changed. You look good!" Xiao Xia was checking him out carefully. Wang Zheng also smiled heartily, remembering his childhood days. How miraculous it was that he had received so much care and attention from the two before him. It was just sad that he never got to see them after he moved, not to mention how surprised he was to see them in An. "I am an exchange student here," Wang Zheng said. "Hello, Im Yuqings boyfriend, Zhang Lu." The tall guy smiled generously. The four of them went to a nearby caf, reminiscing the good old days. "Oh, now that youre all grown up, do you have a girlfriend?" Xiao Xia asked while standing in front of Wang Zheng. "Wow, you were way shorter than me in the past." "Hey, Sister Rain, I am not the same child," Wang Zheng said helplessly. Liao Yuqing had not changed much at all. While her hair had be shorter, she was much more mature and energetic, and she looked very happy. Xiao Xia patted Wang Zhengs shoulders. "Little radish, no matter how tall you are, you are still our little brother. Did you say you exchange here?" Wang Zheng shook his head, swallowing hisughter. When he was still a boy, he had a good impression of Liao Yuqing, a gentle big sister from next door. Thinking back... the only reason he was so fond of her was because she would give him snacks everytime they met... "Yes, I entered Ares College and then managed toe here for exchange." This shocked the other three, especially Xia Yu. It was as though she saw a monster. "How could this be? Since when were your grades that good? Oh, God, thats unreasonable. To think that even I did not get in; I really must learn from you," Xia Yu said while covering her mouth. "Xia Yu, Wang Zheng definitely worked hard. How did you expect to get in with how you studied... Congrattions, Wang Zheng!" "Sister Yuqing, youre making me feel embarrassed. I did not expect you to have a boyfriend already. Looks like I was too slow." Wang Zhengughed. Zhang Lu also smiled. "Fortunately, I was quick enough, or I wouldve had a strongpetitor. The pressure you give out is like that of a mountain!" Liao Yuqing alsoughed. "Now you know how popr I am." "I always knew that," Zhang Lu said softly. "I really cant stand the two of them. Are we invisible..." Xia Yu looked disgusted. "Wang Zheng, bring your girlfriend to meet us." Liao Yuqingughed. Wang Zheng nodded. "We are still working on it." "Wow, even you can find a girlfriend, yet here I am single.... What on earth! Where is she from?" Xia Yu was quick to ask the right questions. "An." Wang Zheng nodded. "Not bad! It must have really boosted your ego. Remember to bring her to us before we leave. I really wonder what kind of girl would be tricked by you," Xiao Yu said heartlessly. Liao Yuqing was also very happy. "Remember how naughty you were before? You only knew how to y and eat. Time really flies. Oh, right, hows that old man? Still tending to his shop?" These memories could never be erased. "Old Merchant moved too, not sure where to. I remembered you guys moved to the Moon, right?" With such a temperament, Zhang Lu looked like he was from the moon. "Yeah, when we left, we were worried that the old man would sell you off," Xia Yu said. Wang Xiao smiled. What a foresight. He would be considered lucky if he could even be abducted. "Do you still remember Xiaosu? He is also at Ares College." "Of course, the boy who was always looking to y with you. Short, tanned face, pretty cute too." Liao Yuqing smiled. Zhang Lu was a good guy, but not particrly talkative. He periodically handed water to Liao Yuqing. Wang Zheng could tell that he was a very stable and peaceful person, and he felt happy for Liao Yuqing. Although they were living inpletely different worlds, he really hoped for the best for them. A notification popped up in his Skylink. "Dr. Aris reply!" "Oh, be quiet." Xia Yu blinked and gestured for Wang Zheng to quieten down. It looked like an important call. Liao Yuqing, who had been joking, also looked seriously at Zhang Lu. The Skylink connected. The caller looked like a short man who was about 50 years old. He was clothed in an institutes whiteb coat. He was direct and to the point. "Mr. Zhang, your sincerity touched me. The quantum engineering model you were nning to do has limited prospects in my opinion. My schedule is quite full now, but maybe you should focus on some other methods." "But..." "Thank you for your interest, I hope there will be opportunities for cooperation next time. Good-bye." Dr. Ari was very decisive and hung up the call even before Zhang Lu could reply. Zhang Lu reluctantly smiled and his gaze averted to Wang Zheng. "Company matters, do not be too concerned." "Sigh, to think we spent all that effort just to get here just to get rejected again.... Why are Anians so difficult to handle? I dont give a f*ck anymore," Xia Yu said in injustice. Wang Zheng also learned about their situation. Zhang Lu managed a small-scale technologypany. He recently encountered a bottleneck in development and needed expert guidance from An. Based on the size of thepany, it was difficult to coborate, but they still gave it a shot and made it to An. It took a lot of effort to get connected, but they had gotten rejected in the end. "Its okay. Dr. Ari is no good. We will look for others. There will be a way; I believe in you." Liao Yuqing held Zhang Lus hands encouragingly. Zhang Lu smiled. "Oh, having a girlfriend like you already motivates me. Lets just ignore this matter and have a good celebration for your reunion!" Zhang Lu was a person who understood that while life came with endless hurdles to be conquered, it was important to enjoy it too. Zhang Lu would try as hard as possible with the limited time he had. The reunion was nned for the next evening, and Zhang Lu took the initiative to treat them. "Zheng, remember to bring your girlfriend! Let Sis check her out for you!" "I will try." Wang Zheng nodded. "Xia Yu, stop fooling around." Liao Yuqing pulled back Xia Yu. The problem was whether Wang Zheng did indeed have an Anian girlfriend or if he had just said it in the spur of the moment. She did not want to make things difficult for him. Xia Yu wanted to ask how much of a big shot Wang Zhengs girlfriend was that they had topromise to her schedule, but seeing how Liao Yuqing was, she rephrased her sentence. "See you tomorrow night." They exchanged contact numbers. On the way back, Wang Zheng felt inexplicably happy. It was the kind of happiness that could not be felt by winning battles. He felt truly happy for his old neighbors, but they way they were still treating him like a child caused him headache. He had no face at all in front of them. Maybe it was better that way. Wang Zheng dialed Ainas skylink. He knew that after joining the club, his Skylink was automatically upgraded to silver grade. Even Ans royal family could not monitor his calls, and he could have privacy calling Aina. Wang Zheng told Aina about his encounter just now. "So, Your Royal Highness, care to join tomorrow?" "What to do? The Princess is very busy; Princess duties naturallye first." Aina could tell from Wang Zhengs tone how important they were to him. The big sister from next door... was she his first crush? Yuqing... such a familiar name. Remembering Yan Xiaosus confession, Wang Zheng was not fond of anyone in high school, but he had a first crush before that. That person was called Yuqing or something! In the end, once Wang Zheng hung up, Aina immediately dialed back. "Neighbors sister? Was it that Yuqing?" Wang Zhengs jaw cracked. It had nearly dislocated from his surprise. How did Aina know? "Dont be too rmed. Yan Xiaosu told me everything. If thats the case, I better prepare!" Xiaosu, that traitor.... When did he even spill all these secrets? Hopefully he did not make too many exaggerations. "No need to be too rmed, we are all just friends!" Wang Zheng did not want Aina to be too showy, as Liao Yuqing and Xia Yu were all down-to-earth people. "Yes, Sir!" On the other side, Zhang Lu and Liao Yuqing were caught in a crisis. Back on the Moon, several Anian scientists were very interested in their projects, but a few factors posed a threat to a coboration. Mainly, the duration of the project and the long distance. "We havepetitors, but it is difficult as we are an emergingpany. It seems that a few of the industry leaders are jointlypeting against us." "Maybe theres an internal spy. It just doesnt make sense that the few interested Anian specialists suddenly chanced upon better opportunities. " Zhang Lu quietened down. After analysis, their situation was dire, and they might return empty-handed. Chapter 346: Genesis’ Strength Chapter 346: Genesis Strength Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Our ns can only be dyed for a maximum of six months, or else construction time cannot be met. If it does not work out in An, we can try contacting the Gemini Star. Although their technology is not as advanced as Ans, they can guide us sufficiently. We must keep these matters confidential." Zhang Lu clenched his jaw. A warrior must have the courage to even break his own wrist. Now that he had to retreat, he did not have time to waste. Liao Yuqing smiled. "I will try to pacify and extend our deadline on the technical time allowed. We will have to book tickets back to the Moon to prepare our materials." The three of them quickly developed a backup n amidst the heavy atmosphere. After all, their mission on An had failed. Zhang Lu smiled. As the boss, he obviously had to put up with the pressure. He could not be too strict with his subordinates, or hed risk affecting their efficiency. "Well, we can just take it as time off to travel. It is not easy to travel to An as tourists, but since we are here with thepany, and you managed to meet up an old friend, our time here was well spent." At 7:30 PM, Wang Zheng punctually reached the Heriz restaurant. At the main door, he saw Liao Yuqing and the others at the reception. Xiayu was the most anxious, and she rushed towards him. "Let me see what Little Zhengs girlfriend looks like!" "Hey, you two, dont block me!" After Zhang Lu and Liao Qinyu separated, Xia Yu stopped talking. "Hello, everyone, I am Xiao Shi, Wang Zhengs girlfriend," Aina said, smiling while holding Wang Zhengs arm. She was torn apart about what she wanted to wear, but had eventuallye in a simple outfit. Liao Yuqing and the rest were also casually dressed. This was indeed an old friends reunion, so there was no need to be dressed fancily. After momentary silence, Xia Yu the chatterbox opened her mouth and was pestering Xiao Shi about how Wang Zheng had managed to scam her. This was just too unbelievable. "Xiao Shi, just what about him do you like? This guy is not only stupid and silly, he is also poor!" Xia Yus mouth was simply too wretched. Wang Zheng could not help but feel ashamed listening to her. It was no wonder they called her Downpour in the past. "Sister Yu (Rain), please spare me some face." "Not to mention Xia, I am curious myself too," Liao Yuqing said. "Wang Zheng is the greatest guy Ive ever met, I was the one who chased him." Aina smiled faintly. The three people were stunned. Zhang Lu could not help but raise his ss. "Wang Zheng, heres to my respect for you. You are my idol!" "Heres to everyone and our reunion from being thousands of miles apart!" Wang Zheng felt the others sincere blessings. One could not help but notice how gossipy Xia Yu got. Maybe it was because Aina was simply too beautiful, but she kept asking about random things, like how Aina took care of her skin, or what make up she used or what her dietprised of... "Oh, did you guys notice? Xiao Shis eyes are so beautiful." After the meal, the three girls started talking about more intimate topics while drinking tea. Listening to theirughter, Wang Zheng could not help but be on guard. Who knew what kind of past scandals would resurface? First Yan Xiaosu, now Liao Yuqing. What a tough life he had. Zhang Lu was conversing casually with Wang Zheng. Although shocked at first, Zhang Lu recovered quickly, congratting Wang Zheng. Although Wang Zheng looked calm, it was not easy having such a beautiful girlfriend. Moreover, she was an Anian, so the pressure on him was certainly not small. Thinking about Zhang Lu, Wang Zheng could not help but feel that he was in better situation. "Has the issue been resolved yet?" Zhang Lu shook his head, patting Wang Zheng. "Learn more while you are here and bring your knowledge back to the Sr System. We are having a really difficult time even with a small issue." In any era, knowledge was king. Anyone who possessed technology had the power and the say. In this aspect, An was indeed at the forefront within the Milky Way Alliance. The Sr System Federation, whhich had always attached great importance to human talent, wasgging way behind. Once you talked about the past, the conversations were endless. Wang Zheng quite admired Aina. Sometimes, she was the mighty and untouchable Princess, and yet she could also be an ordinary girl. She was so wless, to the point of giving people a headache. "Oh, its sote already. I think this ce closes at 10, but its already 11," Xia Yu eximed. Everyone had just only realized how much time had passed. "Ans service is really top notch. In other ces, we would long have been chased out." Xia Yuughed. "Wang Zheng, remember to visit us on the Moon next time!" Zhang Lu said while settling the bill. "We will find you on Earth. All the best, young chap!" Liao Yuqing said. In the maglev vehicle, Xia Yu was still waving to the couple. Maybe this was the most wonderful thing that had happened on their trip. "Who would have thought that a guy like Wang Zheng could find such a beautiful girlfriend?" "Why, do you feel self-pity?"Liao Yuqing quipped. "What are you talking about? Am I the type who takes advantage of kids?" Xia Yu said, "I wonder what Yan Xiaosu looks like now." Zhang Lu gently smiled. "Dont you think that Wang Zhengs girlfriend has some kind of status? The waiter bowed 90 degrees towards her when she entered." "This is Ans service. Also, it was a high-end restaurant." "Nothing matters as long as they are happy!" "Haha, Yuqing knows best!" A few hourster, the trio were already on their ride back to the Moon. Just as Zhang Lu was about to shut down his Skylink, a call rang. "May I ask if this is Mr. Zhang Lu?" A strangers voice came from the other end. "Yes, may I ask who is speaking?" "Hello, Im Puyol. Im very interested in yourpanys project. I heard that youck technical guidance." The three looked at each other. Puyol? God, he was the most elite amongst the elite within this field of physics. He was a fellow of the Royal An Academy of Sciences. Under normal circumstances, they would never have the chance to even talk to him, much less him taking the initiative to talk tothem. What was happening? Why was a pie dropping down from the sky?? After conversing for a while, they verified the callers identity, and their hearts nearly stopped beating within their ribcages. It was simply miraculous. What was happening... "Mr. Puyol, please satisfy my curiosity. How do you happen to chance upon our small project?" Zhang Lu could no longer suppress his curiousity. If Puyols institution was willing to serve as an advisor, hispany would be looked uponpletely differently. "Oh, it was just a request from a friend from a club." Puyol did not reveal much. Club? The three looked at each other in speechlessness. What club was so powerful that even Puyol was part of it?? In this world, there was a great scientific club that was not widely known: Genesis Coffee. Through his dorm window, Wang Zheng looked at the distant starry sky. He did not like separation. He always felt a little hurt by it. Sometimes, he felt that he was too sentimental as a person. Perhaps it was because there was separation that he cherished their time together so much more! One would not expect his link to Genesis to be so useful in such a situation. Chapter 347: Killing Cards Chapter 347: Killing Cards Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas With the help of Lin Huiyin, Wang Zheng could see Aina once every two days. Lin Huiyin could not stand the level of attachment between them. The rest of his time was spent on training. The time andpetition criteria for the IG had already been confirmed. Since he was already in An, he had to wait for the arrival of his teammates. Two weeks from now, the participants from the other countries would also arrive. The specificpetition modes were kept a secret, but the atmosphere could clearly be felt. Wang Zheng had started to invest all his willpower and effort into his preparations. Enlightened by Aina, Wang Zheng could better understand the standards imposed for the IG, and the Sr System team would need a killer breakthrough to survive. Actually, Aina did not demand much from Wang Zheng and had an open mind. For Wang Zheng, he did not participate to prove his love for Aina, but to fulfil his dream, to test his strength, and to satisfy his desire forbat. Now, respect for him back at home was also added to the list. The further away he was, the more he could feel the outside worlds disregard for Earth. The IG was an amazing tform and opportunity to let military personnel in other countries acknowledge Earth! When they were alone, Wang Zheng could sense from Huiyin the unfamiliarity towards Earth. This was even more prominent when it came to military personnel. Aina had always been thoughtful towards him, but in reality, they were worlds apart. She was Ans Princess. As for Ang, she was less courteous towards Wang Zheng, mostly due to the opinion that Earth was too weak. Wang Zheng basicallypletely disregarded things with the Physics Department. In this regard, Xiao Fei helped him a lot. She knew how important the IG was to Wang Zheng, and how valuable the time he had left was. ording to previouspetitions, each yer could select his or her mech at the final stage, so fully realizing the potential of the chosen mech through practice was critical. The Overlord was considered quite a good mech. Wang Zheng was still concerned about his ability to perform after looking through past battle videos. This was considered confidential information, but Aina had secretly sent it to him. The level of performance by An and Arbiters elites were astonishing... as for Antis, the same familiar illusion reminded Wang Zheng of Bonehead in battle. To fight these opponents, he had to be stronger! The Wind God was necessary. Wang Zheng had already told Ye Zisu that he wanted to use the mech. Although the Wind God had not reached the point of mass production, there were many avable prototypes. This was a highly praised model, and it was stocked up in mecha bases everywhere. OMG Group alone provided ten mecha for yers to choose from. The IG was also the best opportunity to showcase mecha models, since it was fully sponsored by arm dealers. The corporation with more popr mecha models would stand to gain the most orders through marketing and advertisements. From the military perspective, performance was the most logical factor. The mecha would be fully showcased only when piloted by a King level pilot. Although the IG was a contest for military school students, it was difficult to define in practice. Some contestants were actual military soldiers but of a younger age. The Sr System Federation was the most abiding to the rules, as they always had been. Everyones power was limited, but they aimed to push their own individual limits. Achilles, Lear, and Lie Xin had the same belief that the Sr System Federation would make it in thepetition. The Wind God was one of the mecha that Wang Zheng would use and the Golden Wheel was another. It was important to choose your mech model ording to its suitability in different scenarios. This tested the depth of understanding of a pilot and the wider the range of mecha they could pilot, the better. To merely pilot any mech was not an issue; what mattered was the level of precision and understanding of the different mecha models duringbat. One had to understand! It may sound easy, but it was extremely difficult in reality. When stability was achieved in the second level of the Primordial Regression Technique, the cycle of the five elements C gold, wood, water, fire, earth C would start working together, achieving even greater strength. Wang Zheng knew about this, but he did not know the impact it had. With Ability X, his situation became better, and he could use it more than once consecutively. Only, he did not know how to control the minute details of the technique. Sometimes, Wang Zheng wondered whether he had the Antean bloodline in him. This was because he he understood them in many aspects and found physical and spiritual simrities with them. The Wind God and Golden Wheel were two killer mecha in his repertoire. The only type of mech above that...to go beyond these two in capabilities, was an Antean mech. Since Bonehead had somehow managed to pilot an Antean mech, he could do it too. However, he needed a high authority to practice with an Antean mech, and he could not fake his way to use one. Chi Muye could no longer help him any further, and he was not familiar with others. After practicing with the Golden Wheel, Wang Zheng walked towards the higher level battle rooms, hoping to finagle his way into one of them... F*ck... the door to these higher level rooms could only be opened with a Skylink connection. After scanning Chi Muyes special ID, the door gave an alert. "Your level does not satisfy entry requirements. Please obtain higher qualifications." Just as he was about to leave, he suddenly thought about his status as a Genesis member. Could that authority be used here? He opened his Skylink and connected his normal ID to the door. "You fulfilled the entry requirements, please enter." Even the voice sounded different. Normally, the authority level would be reported by the system, but this sounded like an all-ess pass. Wang Zheng was ted. This was a pleasant surprise. Who knew that this thing given by Old Mu woulde in so handy? Genesis enjoyed the highest level of authority within the Milky Way Alliance. This could not simply be exchanged for money; guaranteed ess to almost everywhere was one of its best privileges. It was evident that the Milky Way Alliance attached great importance to science, and so all facilities were open to them. In reality, from the perspective of these individuals at the peak of the scientific world, them using these facilities was them giving face, not the other way around. The entire clubprised of only just over 50 members, and it was extremely difficult to join. This was regardless of reputation or how long one had been in the scene. It was determined purely by true skills, leadership, or outstanding contributions. Wang Zheng did not think much of it. What was important was that he was here. He was with the Antean mech. At this high level chamber, there were not only Antean mecha, but also the top mecha from the various countries. Virtually every super mecha known to mankind could be found here, and there were not many users around, so there were no queues at all. The Antis region mecha were mostly left untouched. The yers from the various countries had not arrived yet. Wang Zheng could simply hit his threshold here without having to hold back at all. Antis King of Mirages. This was a model he had used before and had quite a keen interest in. If he was indeed able to grasp it through practice, he would be further empowered for the futurepetition. The Wind God was powerful in group and single matches, but his discement could be traced, and it could lead to his downfall if matched with a strong opponent. If he were to use this mech, that would be a different story. He could challenge anyone. He wanted to tell Bonehead and Old Merchant that he could do it! "Zisu, do you have to be so impatient? Cant you wait for the Wind God to be perfected?" Ye Bingwen could not help butugh. Thisss wanted ten mecha, but there was barely enough time. "Old man, we have to finish it on time. This is our chance for OMG to shine, and a time to experiment." Zisu was full of confidence. If it was Wang Zheng piloting it, he could definitely fully disy the Wind Gods potential. The problem was that she wanted the Wind God to arrive at An sooner for Wang Zheng to further his practice. There was still quite a big differencepared to CT. "This kid. Okay. I will send five down to An first, directly to the An Royal College. You have to watch your diet out there..." What else could he do? He had to fulfil his dad duties. After this matter, Ye Bingwen could not help but start nagging, ying the part of both parents. She was his greatest pride, his outstanding daughter. Ye Bingwen was not someone who prioritized money. Thepany was there to serve him. However, to split aplete shipment into two trips was quite costly. KING had gotten investments from FCL. This also allowed OMG and Fortune Star to ease over the crisis. After experiencing a brief boom, the market gradually returned to its normal state. After all, the growth of apany was still a profound process, and prosperity could only be sustained for so long.. Wang Zheng was the biggest shareholder in KING. However, with Ye Zisu and Yan Xiaosu in charge, he had no worries, despite the fact that numerous problems were still ahead of them. On the other hand, both of them had the same opinion that Wang Zheng should stride forward and not be concerned. Meanwhile, back in the battle room, the Antean mech stood quietly. Although silent, it looked powerful, especially the streamlined cut, and a design that was more inclined for human usage. Without activating the mech, the runes were silent, as still as an embroidered painting. Wang Zheng was not too confident. It was necessary to reminisce the feeling to operate it. Wang Zheng reached out his hand. "Start!" ... He could not help but scratch his head. No response. What he did was obviously right, so why did it not start? In his memory, this was exactly what Bonehead had done, but at an even further distance. The Rubiks Cube did not have its own strength. Thus, Bonehead had used Wang Zhengs power. Was it because he was too stupid? "Start!" "Start!" Wang Zheng toughened his expression, but this had nothing to do with the volume of hismand. Si Jiali was just about to leave when she actually heard someone screaming in the training room. As the Physics Departments representative, her level of authority was equally high. She was here to see a demonstration on spatial movement. The Antean civilization had a profound understanding of it, more so than the humans. This was also an aspect they ced high importance on. If one could control spatial movement, one would be able to aid, defend or attack, whether it was a single mech or an entire fleet of battleships. This was an area humans had to learn from. The scream came from the Antean region mecha... who could it be at this time? She did not receive news that the Antean team had arrived. This region was only used when the Anteans were present. From the seventh floor viewing panel, Si Jiali saw a familiar figure hobbling on the spot while gesturing. How silly and funny. Wait... wasnt that Wang Zheng? Chapter 348: Tyrant Sus Paradise Chapter 348: Tyrant Sus Paradise Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Si Jiali was very angry when she heard things concerning Wang Zheng. She knew that Wang Zheng had started training because the IG was approaching, but she thought it ridiculous that he was skipping almost every lesson. She did not understood these guys who were so passionate about battles. Wasnt it more attractive to understand the esoteric meaning of the universe than engage in superficial battles? Whats more, she had learned that the level of the Sr System Federation was entirely focused on just participation. However, she felt that Wang Zhengs physics achievements would definitely propel him to greater heights in the future. He could even bring glory to Earth. In fact, Wang Zheng did not think the same way. He believed that what Earthcked now was not technology, but bloodshed! If they did not break out of the silence, they would perish in it. Earth had been silent for a long time. In fact, deep down, Wang Zheng was greatly affected by it. He was waiting for redemption, which came in the form of the IGpetition. That was his breakthrough moment, the moment to show himself and the strength he possessed to the world. Si Jiali couldnt help butugh. She could not stand this anymore, not just towards Wang Zheng, but to many other Anians who felt that Antis mecha were cooler as they were not suitable for human operation. Si Jiali was about to leave when a ray of light cut through the space. The headlights of a mech had activated Wang Zheng had finally found it! What was most important was not the sound, but the linkage! This kind of link was derived from themunication between spiritual power and runes. It was no wonder Bonehead could immediately summon and control a mech from far away. As long as the strength of the mind was sufficient, even if they were thousands of miles apart, the same could be done. Antis was careful to hide this knowledge. The cockpit shrouded Wang Zheng, the runes activated, and Wang Zheng was absorbed into the mech. Si Jiali covered her mouth.... How was this possible!? The same wonderful feeling came about from the Phantom King. The G-material of human-created mecha could give the pilot a sense of feeling as though they were in their mothers womb. This might be an exaggeration, but in a mechanical sense, this was still true. The degree of integration with an Antean mech was even higher than that of using G-material, but the difficulty of piloting an Antean mech.... Like a living creature, a rune expressed, narrated, and moved within a fixed pattern. Wang Zhengs spiritual powerpletely pervaded this rune. It felt miraculous. This was a material unknown to mankind and required a special way to activate it. However, it could produce magical strength when achieved. This was an ability that was probably unique to the Antis civilization. Were they a spiritual civilization? Based on Wang Zhengs current knowledge, he could not tell exactly what the Anteans were, but at the very least he could understand how they piloted their mecha. Using the runes, the powerful spiritual power of an Antean could be exerted, and it would directly reflect ones speed, strength, and control onto the mech. It was simple and straightforward. Si Jiali carefully studied the dangling Phantom King. Obviously, Wang Zheng had entered the virtual battlefield, but she could not tell what was going on. This Wang Zheng could actually pilot the Phantom King.... What was his true background? Everyone who was here had undergone a stringent background check. Was he truly just an Earthling? It was rumored that the percentage of humans that could operate an Antean mech was staggeringly low. Even if operated, thebat effectiveness was never as strong as that of an Antean. She had always thought that this was a legend, but the truth stood in front of her eyes. The IG Captain of the Sr System! Si Jialis eyes shed with fierce sparks. It seemed that many people had been ignoring Wang Zhengs existence. A person with a smart mind and a strong body would never be a simple person, but Wang Zheng was too low-profile and calm. This kind of person eithercked motivation or desire, or they intended to hide their abilities as part of a bigger plot. Since the possibility of the former was almost zero, then... Si Jiali left the training room and walked away. She thought of another problem...how had he even entered this area!? He did not have such authority! Si Jialis jaw dropped, and the various scenes and memories rted to Wang Zheng shed through her mind... Wang Zheng sessfully entered virtual training. To his surprise, the Antean mech was easier to grasp than the Golden Wheel. Of course, the Phantom King did not have any design problems. With enough spiritual power, one could control the mech. However, Wang Zheng needed more practice to get a deeper understanding of mech. As a pilot, merely moving the mech and utilizing fancy movements could not be called "understanding." Understanding rted to knowing the bottomline of the mech, whether it had to do with offense or defense. It was rted to the adaptability of the mech and the overall performance in the face of collisions, and responsiveness under different circumstances. Each pilot was different, and the eventual understanding of a mech was based on statistical probabilities and individual judgement. Understanding a mech was when this was fullyprehended. Wang Zheng quickly immersed himself in the world of mecha. Although he wanted to know more, he had limited energy. The Wind God, the Golden Wheel, and the Phantom King were going to be his main mecha during this short period of time. As time went by day by day, the IG was approaching. Naturally, Mengtalis became more lively as this was a tournament not meant to be just for the ordinary people. Military politicians of various countries and the monopolistic giants in the industry would pay considerable attention to it. Of course, military schools eligible for participation in various countries were also part of the equation. Every country with participating teams would have a military school delegation, which also acted as a support group. This year, Wang Zheng of Ares College was the captain, and Gu Te was the representative team leader. Delegations and teams of various countries naturally had their own embassy backing them. Of course, many chose to go directly to the An Royal College and live nearby. Everyone who arrived was an elite amongst elites. They also wanted to see if the legendary Anians were as powerful as they imagined. On Earth, Yan Xiaosu naturally sought an opportunity to go to An. He had to witness Wang Zhengs grand battle and find out what was so special about An. Naturally, he hurriedly slipped over, regardless of the money he had to spend. "Xiaosu, close your mouth." Wang Zheng could not control this guy. It was quite exaggerated how he was salivating at the sights. "Boss, this ce is simply heaven. So many beautiful women, I am bubbling inside!" Yan Xiaosu wiped his saliva. Now that he was a single man, he was like an old cow that fell onto a fertile in, unsure of which in to conquer. Ye Zisu also felt that he was being too overbearing. "You better control yourself and not scare thedies away." "Yes, Zisu, you must know quite a lot of these Anian beauties. You know anyone interested in an Earthling? Introduce me!" Yan Xiaosu said excitedly. "Yeah, but they are more interested in Wang Zheng. What should I do?" "Tell them that I am like half a Wang Zheng but just as powerful!" The threeughed. "Boss, have you met Xie Yuxin? Is that guy still a pansy?" Chapter 349: Si Jiali, Overthrown! Chapter 349: Si Jiali, Overthrown! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "When was he ever a pansy? Hes doing well now, studying in a secretive, special department." "Well, those must be good days for him. Though, what is he doing in that kind of ce? Men should stay under the sun. What can we not achieve when we stick together as brothers...." Yan Xiaosu could not help but spit. Everyones personality was different. Xie Yuxin was not a passionate person. He was calm and quiet and liked difficult challenges, challenges that would drive both Wang Zheng and Yan Xiaosu mad. "Well, stopining. Who knows... he might have a brighter future than us," Wang Zheng said. "Aina will arrive in a while." "Really, wow, what an honor!" "What honor?" "What do you have against me? I will force you to introduce a girlfriend to me! An Anian beauty, of course!" Yan Xiaosu really could not forget about Anian girls. The location was selected by Aina. It was rtively private. Not only did Ainae, Lin Huiyin also joined them. The five were very familiar with each other, so it was like a reunion. Wang Zheng and Aina were careful not to disy their affection in front of the rest, in order not to agitate Yan Xiaosu. Their conversation topics surrounded the IG. "What? To participate is to give your life away? F*ck ... there must be some mistake ..." Yan Xiaosu could not help but burst into vulgarities. "Fatty! Be more civilized!" Lin Huiyin said sharply. Yan Xiaosu touched his face, his stomach. Oh, sh*t... seemed like he had really gotten fatter. "Its just a military schoolpetition. Does it have to be so serious? Do people really die?" Yan Xiaosu asked. Wang Zheng smiled. "The mortality rate isnt too high, but there is a chance of death. In fact, people might even die during the special training. Only, you have to resign before the actual battle since real mecha are being used. It is inevitable, but murder is not allowed of course." Yan Xiaosu shook his head. "This dangerous upation is not right for me." Wang Zheng was nonchnt. The danger was just a touch of extra spice; everyone here knew that. "How are Zhang Shans preparations?" "I heard that all of them are training like mad now. I have seen Zhang Shan once. That guy is really like a mountain. I feel that the Sr System Federation might amount to something this time," Yan Xiaosu said while eating a dish. Wang Zheng smiled faintly. "Whatever it is, Wang Zheng has to do a good job. Out of everyone in An, my cousin and I are your greatest supporters," Lin Huiyin said, her fists up in a little dance. "Ill consider myself victorious if they can just enter the second round!" "What second round? At least the quarter-finals!" Lin Huiyin refuted, apparently dissatisfied with Yan Xiaosusck of aspiration. "Wang Zheng, what are your ns?" asked Aina tenderly. On one hand, she hoped that Wang Zheng could achieve good results and face fewer difficulties in the future. On the other hand, she did not want him to go overboard. After all, the strength of the Sr System Federation was just that. Wang Zheng smiled. "I want first ce of course." The entire table quietened and all eyes widened. Wang Zheng shrugged. "Everyone enters thinking that way." "Wang Zheng, how can you be socking in backbone? For the sake of my sister, you have to beat all your opponents and tell the world that you are the best!" Lin Huiyins voice shrouded with passion, envisioning a fairytale ending. "Wang Zheng is the best for me. He doesnt need to prove anything," said Aina. The other three people could not help but shake their heads. "Again.. again.. Can you two not be so cheesy!" After dinner, Ye Zisu and Lin Huiyin promised to help introduce girls to Yan Xiaosu. However, sess depended on Xiaosu. Xiaosu had always possessed relentless courage towards the pursuit of beauties, no matter how "untouchable" they were. The five peopleughed and left the restaurant. As they headed out, a figure came out from another private cabin, with an incredible, astonished expression. "Si Jiali, whats the matter? Come back." "Okay, Aunt, Ill be right here." Si Jiali came out after hearing a familiar voice. Her family was going to eat here, and she wanted to use the best private cabin, but heard that it was booked in advance. Whoever it was, it was obviously a noble guest. Instead, Si Jiali heard Wang Zhengs voice. Si Jiali thought she was disillusioned. What was he doing here? Outsiders could not book a room here. Moreover, an exchange student like Wang Zheng could never afford the prices. As suspected, it really was Wang Zheng. With two others that she knew, Aina An, Lin Huiyin An..... The most critical thing was that.... Aina was holding hands with Wang Zheng. Rubbing her eyes, Si Jiali felt an earthquake shaking her inner world. What was with these illusions? Had she been thinking too muchtely and was overly tired? "Si Jiali, everyone is waiting for you. What is taking you so long?" "Nothing, I thought I saw a ssmate." "Oh, a guy? Si Jiali, when are you bringing a guy to meet us?" "Auntie, do you know who are the people who booked the best cabin?" "I dont know, but a person with such power is probably from the royal family. Why?" Si Jiali froze. "Nothing, Im just curious." What was with this Wang Zheng.... Numerous doubts circled Si Jialis mind, causing her to behave unusually for a few days. "Hey, hey, wake up. What is it, Si Jiali? Confess!" Bi Yuyan asked seriously "Confess? What?" Si Jiali was a bit baffled. "Are you secretly dating someone? We agreed that you will let us take a look at your guy." Bi Yuyan winked. Si Jiali shook her head. "No, I have just been busytely. Oh, yes, I wanted to ask, is Wang Zheng an ordinary exchange student?" Bi Yuyan opened her mouth. "No, dont tell me..." "What do you think? I just find this person a bit problematic to handle..." Bi Yuyan shook her hand in arrogance. "The Sr Systems IG captain should not be an ordinary person. Anyways, thepetition is about to begin, and the student union will surely choose a delegation to participate. We must get two ces for ourselves!" Si Jiali smiled. She was not really interested in these kinds of things, but after thinking through, she relented. Four dayster, Zhang Shan, Meng Yue, and Zhang Runan arrived. They were a little slower than Yan Xiaosu. They were originally nning to go with the Sr System Federation, but the federations ship was slow. They wanted to arrive as soon as possible to reunite with Wang Zheng. The four people did not meet for some time and would reunite three dayster. Zhang Shan could not wait to see how Wang Zheng was doing. He had not spent his days idly, and recently, even a hint of brutality could be sensed emanating from him. IG members who arrived early could report to An Royal College. Additions to their Skylinks allowed everyone to use An Royal Colleges regr training facilities, making it easier for these members to maintain their peak state before thepetition. "Wang Zheng, you havent been idle during this time, have you? We are very much looking forward to it!" Zhang Shan said, back at Wang Zhengs dormitory. He was the same old, with added confidence. A soldiers confidence had to be umted through training. "You havent been idle, so how could I? Since you are in An, explore and stay in good shape," Wang Zheng said. Meng Yue and Zhang Runan were girls and therefore less bombastic than Zhang Shan. "It is said that all the countries in this IG are top yers. They say that the federation could enter at most the second round." "It cant be. Why are they belittling us?" "Its not the military, but the parliament. It seems that our past participations has made them lose confidence in us." "A round of tourism is not what we are trying to achieve. I want to show An and the Milky Way Alliance the strength of Zhang Shan!" Zhang Shan had always been very excited and a little impatient. "Well, dont be so anxious; calm down, stay in your best condition. It is not good to fight in an overly excited state. Im looking for people to gather information." Wang Zhengughed. This time around, every countrys confidentiality worked quite well. Some superficial information was roaming around, but little was known about the exact situation. Some videos were also obtained from the past. Chi Muye was good in this regard. Although Wang Zheng did not expect too much, Chi Muye promised to do his best. "I dont know who our first opponent is." "Whoever he is, we just have to defeat him!" Wang Zheng was considered a local. During this time, he had gotten familiar with the college. Meng Tian and Zhang Runan were different from ordinary girls. They had no interest in excursions and photographs, but they would like to more know about Ans training grounds. The three felt humiliated after they learned of the size and state of Ans training ground. "When can our be this arrogant as well?" Zhang Shan said in envy. Compared to the few broken mecha on Earth, this was simply a pilots paradise. "As long as we can achieve good results this time, the council will definitely pass new proposals and update equipment for major military colleges," said Meng Tian. In the past, the equipment had actually been working fine, but with declining performance, bills sent to the parliament had been rejected. It was a vicious cycle. Wang Zheng introduced the rules. Everyone began to train freely, choosing their own mech of choice. They tried to utilize the facilities fully now that it was not too crowded. What the Sr System Federation trulycked was actualbat experience. Most of their understanding of mecha came from data and theory, as well as some analog battles, but it was not a true replication. Some mecha models were missing, and other simr models were reced as substitutes, resulting in certain gaps during direct battles. However, such were the conditions, and no one was too picky about it. Wang Zheng was hurrying to strengthen his skills with the Phantom King. He had also umted a lot of data and looked at some of the ssic battles of the past to better understand and polish certain techniques. Since the Antean team was not here yet, he had to cherish his time with the mech before they upied it. In addition, this was also considered a secret weapon. Wang Zheng was confident, but he could not afford to becent. This process would definitely be extremely difficult. His opponents could probably be stronger than he expected. In addition, the Sr System Federation had internal problems. Still, no amount of problems would block his progress. It was best not to think too much about the situation with the Sr System Federation. Zhang Shan excitedly tried five mecha models in a little over an hour. This was addictive, and to think that he only used to pilot old mech models. He was going wild. At this moment, a few people seemed to take notice of him and headed towards their direction... Chapter 350: Settlement Chapter 350: Settlement Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Where is this country bumpkin from?" "Earths Sr System IG team. These kinds of rookies only deplete precious resources and training space." "The Sr System is famous for being first rounders, so maybe they find greater meaning doing this." Zhang Shan was just preparing to try an Anian mecha when he heard footsteps behind him. There stood a few youngsters. All IG participants wore their school uniforms with their school badges; it was considered a kind of glory. They were from Lockes Star. The famous mercenary star who achieved a historical best score of entering the quarterfinals. Although they were not the top team around, other countries generally tried not to run into them. People from Lockes Star were all-rounded with good team awareness. Even if you did not die running into them, you might shed an entireyer of skin. The IG was a fierce battle, and no one would purposely want to offend the relentless Locke Star team. A Locke Star man red as Zhang Shan peered over. "What are you staring for? Looking for death?" Zhang Shanughed. "Where did this bunch of puppiese from, barking aimlessly!" Triggered, the Locke Star people stormed forward,pletely surrounding Zhang Shan. Zhang Shan was just as fearless. These a**holes, even though the Sr System team might not have had strong teams before, they would not let others take advantage of them. People that did nothing would only get bullied here. At this time, Landry arrived in time and came to the people of Locke. "Remember that you are at the Royal An College. Everyone must abide by our rules. If you are unhappy with each other, battle it out openly. Private fights are prohibited here. If you are worth anything, battle it out at the IG. Dont bring shame to your country! " As a member of the discipline team, Landry was dedicated to discipline. With the student union adding more students, there would be a higher probability of incidents like these, especially with gangs of energetic soldiers preparing for the IG. "Remember, Im Jackman, the captain of the Locke Star team. We will make you cry!" Jackman said, pointing towards Zhang Shans nose. "Lets go!" Zhang Shan was angered to his core despite being much more stable and mature now. As the opposing party was just out to get him, he could not hold back. Landry smiled. "Dont be fooled. That was intentional. From the current schedule, your Sr System team will be up against the Locke Star team for the first round, and they just wanted to secure their chances of winning." Zhang Shan rxed after listening to his exnation. How sinister... the Locke Star team was mighty in strength; to think that they bothered to engage with such petty tricks. Thepetition had to be really steep. "Thanks. I will not pay heed to those guys, but they better watch out!" Zhang Shan mmed his fist against the wall. Landry smiled. "You are part of Wang Zhengs team, right? I hope you guys will do well." Landry did not say much. There were a lot of things to be done, so he could not stay for a long time. Zhang Shan froze and could not help butugh. Even when they were in An, Wang Zheng was still something else. When the training was over, Zhang Shan told the rest what happened. Zhang Runan was immediately furious. "How could you not beat them up?!" "Runan, it doesnt matter if we beat them up or not this time around. We will leave them with a good memory when we meet again during the IG." If it was the old Zhang Shan, even if Landry tried to hold him back, he would have done something foolish. "Wang Zheng, why arent you saying anything?" Meng Tian felt that Wang Zheng was unusually quiet. "Whats the matter? Everything is fine. I am not mad, Im much more restrained now, so dont worry." Zhang Shanughed, thinking that Wang Zheng was worried about the consequences. "Zhang Shan, you dont need to tolerate them in the future. This time, we have only one goal at the IG: destroy and eliminate, one by one!" Wang Zhengs murderous intent was bing more and more obvious. He had always wanted to find a rhythm, which was necessary for victory. However, he was not sure what his attitude should be towards the uing IG. Now he understood. This was a battle between beasts, and only strength could win respect! Antis was holding a grand ceremony. To the Anteans, any form of battle was sacred, and every soldier was fighting on behalf of the gods. Since the start of the IG, Antis was undoubtedly the most popr amongst the eight IG powerhouses. Until the recent uprising of a few other major empires, An had won twice, and Arbiter had won the championship once. The other empires were also very strong, but they had ultimately always perished before the Anteans. Today, strength was not absolute. Consumption of resources, tactics, and rtionships all yed a part. Antis was like themon enemy, and it was not easy for them to make it to the very end. In thest twopetitions, Antis had understood this. Therefore, they did not send their strongest lineup and instead kept a low profile. This time it was different. Winning was always a good thing. "Isnt this lineup a little exaggerated? Its simply not giving us humans a chance." "They are nning to wipe us out!" "It seems that after several rounds of silence, Antis has decided to regain their throne." Antis was not made up of only Anteans. As the country became more open, many ambassadors and businessmen had obtained the right to reside in Antis. To obtain a residence in Antis was not an easy feat. At their ceremony this year, several ambassadors from other countries, and even some humans in power, were invited. At this time, between the ambassadors of various countries, it was clear that they were keeping their eyes wide open for insider intel. "There are opportunities for An and Arbiter to win. However, it is still very difficult to triumph over Antis. After all, this lineup..." "In the past, even with an average lineup, they put up a fierce fight. This time, Antis is regaining their strength, disying their full force, and attempting to deter all of humanity," said an Arbiter businessman. "I am afraid that the Milky Way Alliance has been in a sensitive state as ofte, and thus they might be disying their military prowess as a warning!" Everyone nodded in agreement. In fact, Antis strategy was clearly understood. Without strong backing, how could Antis be so powerful in a world dominated by mankind? Humans who stayed in Antis had special tasks and missions. However, after close contact with the Anteans, they discovered how truly terrifying they could be. In addition, their positive image was also very strong. Amongst the younger generation, many saw Anteans as fellow human beings, and some even thought that Anteans were above humans. Conservative humans saw this as the cultural invasion of Antis. Who knew what was the next step of evolution for mankind? Did the Anteans think of human beings as beneath them? However, staying conservative was not the way. At this IG, Antis clearly wanted to shine, and they intended to showcase absolute strength. With their roots from the same origin, Earth, showcasing amicability helped deepen their rtionship with humans and ensure trust. Suddenly, a loud noise interrupted all conversations. The Antean guardian squadron raised their guns towards the sky. Twelve members of the Antean IG team, led by the little prince, Haolin, proceeded out of the temple step by step. Every time a step was taken, the ceremonial guards phnx fired once towards the sky. The heavy feelings of grandeur spread like a spark on oil. At the top of the shrine was an altar standing high above all, representing the exercise of Gods authority. The Queen was standing alone, holding the power of the gods in her hands and wearing a gorgeous outfit. Each essory worn had a historical significance as heavy as a mountain. Her gaze garnered Gods attention. At the ceremony, all of the Anteans faced the ceremonial engraving withmon respect and honor for the gods. "Under the leadership of the Queen, under the guidance of the Lord, Antis is alive and will live for eternity. We will bring glory back to the Queen, glory that belongs to us all..." A melodious chant sang from every Antean there. It was like a poem or a song, but different in some senses. It was heavier,ced with history in its melody. It was as though the song had turned into something that physically blessed every Antean. The ambassadors that were observing the ceremony became solemn. Although they seemed to be worshipping like everyone else, they were really worried about the current situation. Hao Lin took a big stride. His little body was full of spiritual glory, shining as though he was being watched by the gods. With a pause in the song, a string of the unique Anteannguage escaped from his mouth. It was projected to the ears of the worshippers not with the help of a loudspeaker, but by some mysterious power. It was not loud, but it was crisp and clear. "What did he say? Is that an Antean spell?" Among the ambassadors, some knew thenguage, but they could not understand what the young prince was saying. "It is the godsnguage, an ancientnguage. Like runes, this kind ofnguage cannot be learned." The ambassadors eyes shed. He was the most advanced expert in the Anteannguage amongst mankind. He was able to read and write in most Anteannguages, including the ancient Anteannguage. But the words Hao Lin spoke were iprehensible to him. It was only taught to Anteans, so even with his linguistic talent, he could not decipher it. As Hao Lins voice quietened, the majestic Queen stepped down from the altar. One could not tell if she was walking or peacefully floating. Shended in front of Hao Lin and the 12 IG members, who bowed down together. The Queens eyes glowed with light, and the scepter in her hand gently tapped the top of Hao Lins head. "God gave you this honor." "We swear that we will bring glory back. For the gods. For our Queen." "Proceed!" Boom... The 12 members stood up together, with Hao Lin standing at the side. A a strange sound transmitted from the ground in the distance. 12 cages rose. Inside were 12 giant animals. This was the climax of Antis expedition. These animals represented the identity of each warrior C Star Beast Knights! "Is this really a star beast?" "Young star beasts. Where did they get them... and why are they so tamed?" Half a minuteter, the humans on the viewing gallery could not close their jaws. No matter who they were or where they came from, they had the same thought. Antis was absolutely invincible! Chapter 351: Ambition Chapter 351: Ambition Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Gemini Stars Republican Federal Capital. The center of the, the space above Gemini square, was covered by a huge photon screen. There was only one picture on it: IG Fight! For this IG, Gemini appeared to have produced a pair of strong members. Everyones hearts was brimming full of confidence for victory. The Prime Minister appeared on the screen and gave a motivating speech. The Gemini Star had risen over the past few hundred years. Whether it was science, technology, or military strength and talent, they were amongst the most elite. Since being discovered, the Gemini Star was undergoing its most formidable period right now. "We will prove that our time hase. Some people say that those in the Gemini Star are all dwarves. I have only one response to such people." The Prime Minister raised his middle finger! Thunderous roars resounded! Roar! Everyone from the Gemini Star was overwhelmed by cheers and apuse and followed swiftly to point their middle fingers. "Gemini! Gemini!" "Kick ass!" "Weaklings who needpression clothing just to live in our gxy are not qualified to say that we are short!" The 12 young soldiers from the modern generation appeared on the screen. Every one of them was wielding a heavy hammer, proof of their elitism. The buzz amongst the people rose again! Ambassadors of other countries looked over scornfully. Even for military generals, most of them had to stay in special gravity chambers in the Gemini Star and wear special suits to survive the suffocating gravity there. While others secretly called Gemini a dwarf star, they were also referred to as weaklings by Geminians. However, on a public asion like this, it was the first time the prime minister had cursed in public. The Gemini people were usually down to earth and extremely modest. Their actions this time did not sit well with the other ambassadors. "Actually, there is nothing strange going on here. Have you seen the hammers held by those IG team members? Arent they the ones held by their past participants?" "Say... in the past, only two soldiers usually held hammers. The others used to hold flowers..." "This hammer is equivalent to a military medal in the Gemini Federacy and is only given to people with special merits or who have passed difficult tests." The ambassadors who had a deep understanding of the Gemini culture and a keen eye said, "This time, Gemini is definitely the hottest hit." "Oh, wont the representatives of An and Arbiter get jealous?" "See the shortest on the left with red hair? Ros is said to be the weakest member in this team. However, in a previous exchange simtion game, he easily defeated the IG captain from Arbiter." "Oh, that happenedst time. This time, we Arbiters will surely surprise everyone." The ambassador from Arbiter was among the group of ambassadors. He was the only one who did not wearpression clothing and stood 190 cm in height. His stood tall with confidence. Meanwhile, in the distant empire with people of steel C the Arbiter Empire! Without a formal ceremony, all the IG members were gathered on a huge steel fortress. Every single one of them was breathless and exuding a blood thirsty aura. One of the admirals stood at the highest point of the fortress and stared at the audience coldly with his ice-blue eyes. "We are Arbiters. We are the only ones to celebrate. Your expedition will be icy cold, but what awaits you is the ultimate reward for the empire!" There was no need for more encouragement. Thest phrase was enough to ignite the mes of war in the hearts of any Arbiter. "Roar!" "Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill! Kill!" The cheering of the twelve members overshadowed everything. Their bloody scent pervaded everywhere. Except for the admiral himself, no one knew what the group had experienced their recent training sessions. Only, every single one of them seemed to be hiding a devil inside. "The icy expedition, the return of fire, the true spirit of an Arbiter, only death, no failure!" All the gxies in the various countries were mobilizing. This IG was obviously different from the past. It was not just a blowout, but one that took ce once in ten years. In this session, there were more deep-seated soldiers, some of which had not participated in the past. Even countries who were participating for the first time only sent their finest. Lockes Star, Immortal Barbarian Star, Norton Star... Every country had a different opening ceremony, and some were more enthusiastic. Celebrations were everywhere. Some were more deserted, with only the military celebrating. There was little to no reaction. It was an understated publicity eventprising of just a headline news article. Sr System Federation team... Obviously, there was no point in celebrating with the entire poption. In fact, apart from a few relevant personnel, there were not many other people concerned. In general, this was an event far too high-end for the people of the Sr System Federation. "It is different this time. We have the strongest lineup of our Sr System in a century!" "The lineup is very strong, but what about the captain? Wang Zheng? Ive never heard of this chap before." "Oh? That guy who won the physics award for the University Student Science and Technology Award, Xiao Feis proud disciple." "Physics? Youre making me more confused. How can a physicist be the captain of the IG? I heard rumors that the Sr System team is stronger this time, and ..." "Oh, the captain was selected based on true strength. I believe in Wang Zheng." "Oh, my, maybe some selffort is good too, but we have to see the facts as they are. I just received thetest intel. Take a look at who Antis sent this time..." There was a video of an Antis IG expedition in the forum. The video was sneakily shot, but still clear. At the beginning, there was nothing. However, towards the end of the clip, everyone who saw the video was speechless, but was thinking the same thing -- Were Anteans really human beings? Were they really a civilization that originated from Earth? This was posted by a small military enthusiasts forum on the Moon. They were resentful about Achilles not being the IG captain. It would be better to return home and take care of children. Lie Xin, Lie Guang, Achilles, Raston, and Taros had gathered together with no real purpose, except for a short greeting and a word of encouragement. The Sr System team quietly set off. The team members had not seen each other for a long time. They chatted enthusiastically in the cabin. They used to bepetitors, but now they were teammates. Gone was theirpetitive rivalry between them; now they were counting on each other to outperform themselves. Luo Fei was definitely the most popr, and he could not stop chatting. He had many friends in the team, including Milo. However, they now served as representatives, and they had adjusted their attitudes ordingly. Everyone present was strong of course. When Atos failed to show up, the audience was not so much as bothered by hisck of turnout. On the other hand, who could have thought that this humorous fat man would actually turn out to be a member here? The list of finalists was as such: Wang Zheng, Lear, Achilles, Lear, Raston. Substitutes: Taros, Luo Fei, Lie Guang, Masasi, Meng Yue, Zhang Shan, Zhang Runan. The substitutes were led by Taros. Edison might have gotten too excited; he ended up hospitalized when hisputer exploded, so he could not participate. He could only wait for news of the IG battle as he recuperated in the hospital. Achilles stood amongst the people. The Sun God was actually very gregarious and was very kind to everyone. He naturally stood as the leader in Wang Zhengs absence. As for Lear, he did not seem to want to associate himself with the crowd. At this time, Lear was standing alone at the front of the spacecraft. He looked into the vast space as they finally set off. His ambition, his goal, must start from here. Whether it was him, Wang Zheng, or Achilles, the position for captain truly didnt matter. Battles within the Sr System were meaningless; what was most important was the battle at An. Even if their opponents had the background and strength, one still had to fight their way to the top, and that was exactly what Lear wanted the most. His family had already made preparations. Everything was ready. Just how far could this team go? Chapter 352: Avenging Humiliation Chapter 352: Avenging Humiliation Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The national teams arrived one after another. Some stayed at the An Royal College, while some stayed at their own embassies. They were all making their final preparations for thepetition. The same was true for the Sr System team. The team led by Wang Zheng finally gathered. The team leader was not just a title. As the team leader, Wang Zheng had to givemands for battle. "Our first opponent is out. We are against the Locke Star team, a very difficult opponent. Are you guys prepared?" Meng Aoughed. As the head of the entire delegation, Meng Ao specifically went to Wang Zheng to talk about it alone. It could be said that the Sr System had high hopes for their team this time around. In particr, the military reformists were represented by Meng Ao. It would be a heavy blow to them if no results were produced again this time. Meng Ao looked at Wang Zheng. Could this young man be able to assume such a heavy responsibility? What he was more worried about was the difference between actualbat and practice, especially when psychological fear weighed in. Wang Zheng smiled. "I am looking forward to it." "Do you have confidence in your first battle? The Locke Stars team is considered to be a traditionally strong team. They know all types of mecha well enough to make a targeted strategy against our chosen mecha when ites to both attacking and defending. Having them as our first opponent is greatly disadvantageous for us." Meng Aoughed. "General, we have great confidence in ourselves. Just defeating the Locke Stars team is not our end goal." Wang Zheng said, "I want to know the specific form of the IGpetition. There are rumors that it is actualbat, and some say that it is virtual simtion." Wang Zheng was hoping for it to be actualbat. "There are a lot of participating countries and arge number of people, so before entering the final phases, simtion programs will be used. There will be actualbat once thepetition properly starts. The specific arrangements have not yet been announced by the IG." Meng Ao said. Based on the circumstances in the Sr System, it would not be easy enter the actualpetition. Wang Zheng nodded. This was what he wanted to know. As for the opponent, he could only get a grasp of them upon proper contact. The fervor forpetition could be felt pervading all of An. Zhang Shan and others learned that their opponents were also highly motivated. This was really a narrow road for revenge. Only 16 teams would eventually enter the finalpetition. The An Empire, the Antis Republic, the Arbiter Empire, the Manaluosuo Empire, and the Gabriel Republic. These five countries entered the finalpetition directly. The remaining 100 countries wouldpete for the remaining 11 ces. The probability of entering the finalpetition was tragically low. The reason why there was no choice of actualbat for the preliminaries was very simple. Actualbat could only be used to distinguish between elite pilots. Between two weaker pilots, there was just no need to do so. In fact, Ans simtion system would be used. In addition to the high safety factor, there was no difference in its operation as opposed to actualbat. Although Wang Zheng was the captain of the Sr System team, his influence over the Sr System was not as strong. Due it being a sensitive period, Aina was unable to meet Wang Zheng. Moreover, as the first Princess, she had many things to sort out herself. In particr, she had to pay courtesy visits to various politicians who were in An. Wang Zheng and everyone entered the final preparation period. Yan Xiaosu was not idle in An, and through special rtionships, he was sourcing for business opportunities. He was not just a tourist, he hade to support Wang Zheng. On the other hand, he had the rare opportunity to source for deals with the KINGpany. An Royal College was a typical aristocratic elite college. Many students came from rich families, which gave room to easy interactions and coborations, sometimes even on the corporate level. Ye Zisus business acumen naturally found many opportunities. However, since her main focus was on mech design, she introduced some of these business opportunities to Yan Xiaosu. The oath Wang Zheng and Yan Xiao made when they were lying on the hillside when they were still at Dawn Middle School was finally starting to see light. At least both of them had taken a leap forward from Earth and onto a bigger stage. They might still be a small characters now, but who knew what the future will hold? Wang Zheng did not exert his captains status overtly. He hade to An earlier to facilitate things for the team, making things more convenient since the battle was going to be held here. With so many countries, the practice times allocated to each team were also very tight. At least with his connections, he could try to fight for more practice time and mecha slots. Things were calm as time flew past. Very quickly, three days had passed. The Milky Way Alliance IGpetition officially began. The first round included 86 countries, including strong members, like Lockes Star, Ghana, Norton Star, and so on. The first opponent of the Lockes Star team was the Sr System team. One of the teams who consistently made it into the top ten being challenged by the Sr System Team was like a free pass to the next round. This did not really matter to the Lockes Star team as they were strong enough to not fear any opponent, at least in the first few rounds. It was also quite impossible to run into any particrly powerful opponents. As a star that produced numerous mercenaries, they hadprehensive technologies and excellent psychological and physical qualities. They would roll forward and suppress all enemies! The preliminaries of the IGpetition did not bar the media from participating. Apart from the media and people from their respective delegations, there were also many An Royal College students. The Sr System team and the Lockes Star team battle were certainly hot as it involved one of the ten major powers. However, this was the only exception. The delegations of the Lockes Star and the Sr System Federation arrived and sat in their respective positions. Meng Ao did not appear. Military personnel normally only showed up once the properpetitionmenced, so Gu Te led the crowds. There were a few greetings from the Lockes Stars side, but many turned up only for the sake of it, and they were seemingly impatient. Still, there were surprisingly some Anian viewers, probably viewers who just wanted to watch for fun. Si Jiali sat down quietly. She did not know why she hade, but she was here. Perhaps, deep down inside, she wanted to watch Wang Zheng battle. At the start of the match, the captains of the two sides came forward. Jackman arrogantly looked down on Wang Zheng with a smile of disdain. "Actually, your direct surrender would be best. It saves time for all of us and might even save you from some embarrassment." Wang Zheng smiled and raised his middle finger at him. Jackman was stunned. "Lovran, the first round is yours. st them apart for me!" Once the fight began, the members would no longer treat each other politely. Three wins in five games. The qualifiers were simple, the stronger one would advance. Achilles and the rest were very calm. So far, they had given their captain full reign to do whatever he wished. Deep down, they could not be bothered with the Lockes Star team. They werent even a challenge. From the substitutes side, Zhang Shan could no longer sit still. "Wang Zheng, let me fight!" Zhang Shan volunteered to take the initiative. Gu Te and the others frowned. With such an important battle, they should definitely send their best member and not take chances. However, once the fight began, and the members decided, nothing could be changed. Wang Zheng smiled. "For the first battle, Zhang Shan, go get him. Dont hold back!" Zhang Shan jumped up and waved his fist at Jackman. From the position he stood, Jackman knew that Zhang Shan was a substitute. To think that he had sent his most courageous, main team member, Lovran, yet the opposing team had only sent a substitute. What the heck were they thinking? Were they brain damaged? What kind of game were they ying? "Yuyan, is the Lockes Star team very weak?" Si Jiali asked. Bi Yuyan shook her head. "Im not sure about the specifics, but the data said that the ranking of the Lockes Star should be dozens of ranks above that of the Sr System Federation." "How can Wang Zheng let a substitute fight the opposing teams main member?" Bi Yuyan shrugged. "Maybe they have some kind of tactic in ce. It will be very difficult for the Sr System Federation to win, so maybe they just want to clock in some participation... On the other hand... Wang Zheng seems to be looking rather dashing in that outfit right now..." In the face of a battle, men would inadvertently erupt into a strange brilliance. Si Jiali was silent. Wang Zheng was full of incredible things. Although she did not understand it well, a person who could pilot an Antean mech should not be too bad. Regarding Wang Zhengs decision, Lear and Achilles were quite calm and had no objections. Raston and the rest were rather worried. Was Wang Zheng too clouded by his emotions? The first win was crucial to the current situation of the Sr System Federation, and they needed a good start. Zhang Shan VS Lovran Zhang Shan chose Mars ming Guard third generation, a humanoid mech that belonged to the warrior series. It was a very bnced mech equipped with a titanium de with the ability to burst forward briefly. Lovran chose Arbiters Overlord mech. It possessed immense force and was violent and fierce. It was a mech that sought to suppress the enemy through force. The two entered the cockpit, and two mecha appeared on the virtual battlefield. The battleground was the mostmon type of battlefield, nothing too fancy. The pre-selection match only sought to test ones ability to fight. Whoever was stronger would destroy the other. As it was a battle, one would require both smarts and strength to triumph. The only condition to win was to crush the opponent. Basically, there was no possibility of relying on luck and spection to win this battle. "Little kids from Earth, let Brother here teach you what it means to be in the IG!" Lovran burst forward howling. As the Overlord was not the quickest, it was best used against warrior type and tank type mecha. The ming Guard mechs overall performance was not spectacr. Movement wise, it was slightly more flexible than the Overlord, but it did not have possess any other exciting features. Lovran looked down on his opponent. With a body full of rippling muscles, he was able to pilot the Overlord without significant strain. He intended to rip his opponent into shreds in a single breath. It was a pity that this was not actualbat, or he might have broken down his opponents courage with his fearsome charge. The Overlord and the ming Guard charged towards each other. Did he have a n or was he looking for death, challenging the almighty Overlord headfirst? Lovrans spear glimmered. It could be seen that he had activated his Ability X, which seemed to be a pure strength type! Even the protection of an energy shield was useless against a strike infused with utmost strength! The two mech were already within reach of each other. The Overlords spear stabbed out, but the ming Guard still looked as though it was still in the midst of a move. Would this be the determining blow? Oh... The ming Guard disappeared at this point. It escaped the spear and appeared behind the Overlord! Kill ~~~~~~~ For first time in a long while, Zhang Shanshed out in fury, and the titanium de sliced downwards savagely! Real men spoke with their des! Chapter 353: Protecting the Fairer Sex! Chapter 353: Protecting the Fairer Sex! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Real men spoke with des! Boom... The Overlord did not even have time to react before it exploded into a pile of scrap. Conquering with a single blow! Zhang Shan had won! This was the Sr System teams first win in close to ten years. In the past, most teams admitted defeat and returned home. The moment the opponents mech burst into mes, even Gu Te jumped up and waved his fists. From the beginning, they were too nervous to cheer until the explosion at the very end. Zhang Shan was still baffled by his win. It was an understatement saying that he was not nervous, but he believed that since he was here, he did not want to regret any of his actions. From his point of view, he did not want to drag out the fight and thus decided to go for an instant kill with his Ability X. This was also a victory that the Sr System desperately needed. This was both a mental and physical victory. Lear and Achilles were not surprised; they were extremely calm as it was the oue that they had expected. In the stands, Si Jiali and Bi Yuyan both covered their mouths in shock. Their surprised expressions were not just a pretense, but the oue was not at all what they had expected. Was that the ability to warp?? Did his Ability X allow him to move through space instantly?! "Did the Sr System possess such a high level of ability?" "I looked at the data... this guy seems to be Zhang Shan, from Ares College? Seems like it is the same college as Wang Zheng. When did Earth start to possess such talents?" Bi Yuyan blinked. Si Jiali looked at Bi Yuyan and said, "Whats the matter? Did he touch your heart? I can ask Wang Zheng to introduce him to you! Yuyan, I now know why you often talk about rtionships... You are looking for a guy, arent you?" Biyuyan smiled. "Cant I have such thoughts? Werent you the one who said you would not get a boyfriend in college..." "I totally forgot I had said that too. Well, if you are able to get together with him, it can be said that you are attracting talent for our nation too!" Si Jiali quipped. "You are really getting more and more outrageous." "You started this first... But to use Ability X to move through space instantaneously is really rare. After this match, nine in ten will tell the immigration office that they are able to warp." Bi Yuyan did not joke again. An had always been talented and eager for talent. "But then again, is this Zhang Shan really just a substitute?" In the Lockes Star preparation area, Jackmans face turned ugly. Originally, he thought that the Sr System was merely pulling some tricks by sending a substitute. He did not expect Lovran to be defeated so easily. "We cant me Lovran. The opponent used an extremely rare Ability X. The humans really like to use tricks. Seems like he may not really be a substitute, but was put in that position to demoralize the opponent." The deputy captain of Lockes Star said gloomily, "Let me go next." Jackman nodded. "We must teach the Sr Systems team a real lesson." The same trick could only be used once. The deputy captain of Lockes Star, Warrent, was the most stable and cool-minded individual in the team. His defensive and offensive skills were all top notch. No matter what tricks the Sr System yed, they would be nothing but clouds in front of Warrent. For example, if he were to encounter the warping Ability X again, they would definitely not let the opponent win so easily, as they would be better prepared. In any case, if another member of their team could fall for such a gimmick again, their team might as well eat an entire mech! Meanwhile, amongst the media reporters, there wasplete chaos! Seven or eight military reporters were jumping around excitedly. "Are you sure he warped? I didnt see clearly. I am doing a live broadcast and not many saw it." "D*mn, did you record that... Brother, send me a photo." "F*ck no." "I will treat youter, just give me the pic!" "You need to treat me to meals for three days." "Deal!" Huang Shi widened his eyes. He was sent to check out the battle. It was not the battle of his choice, but the hotter battles to cover were snatched away. It was likely that he would getpletely marginalized or even dismissed after thepetition... To cover small and meaningless news would mean that he would never be able to rise to prominence! As a journalist, his job was meaningless without any interviews. "Cousin, I told you so. There would definitely be a pleasant surprise!" said Muye. He knew that Wang Zheng was no easy pushover. Even though he seemed so obedient during normal times, he could be quite the character if he wanted to be. He had a feeling the Sr System could really achieve some results this time. Huang Shi nodded. "The Ability X to move through space. Although he did not seem to be able to control it perfectly, it is definitely rare. This is truly a breath of fresh air!" He had originally wanted to give up and go home. He was not putting his utmost effort into reporting what was going on. His broadcast was normally only viewed about two or three hundred times, which did not mean much. He was unable topete with the tens of thousands of broadcasters out there. The fact that a warping Ability X would appear in the match he was covering waspletely iprehensible to him! How many years had it been since someone with a warp type Ability X hadst appeared in the IG? Was thest time ten years ago? When Chi Muye found him, he still didnt believe it. It was just beginning to get interesting. "You said that Wang Zheng is stronger than him?" "Just kidding, this kid is absolutely amazing!" Huang Shi felt his blood boiling. The Military Times was a ce that emphasized good reporting. To take cold, hard facts and write an outstanding report. Previously, he did not believe he would be able to get a position in the news outlet as the matches he had to cover were too boring. The rise of the Sr System Federation? A dark horse? No, no, these headlines were toomon. It did not sound impressive enough.. The next battle would dictate the headline of his report! Everything depended on the situation of the next match. Could it be that the previous victory was due to luck? These were the thoughts running through Huang Shis mind. "If its true, I will buy you a big meal!" "Oh, I cant escape anymore!" Chi Muyes small eyes blinked continuously. As a person who specialized in gathering intel, he had a skill others did not possess C a good intuition. At first he felt indifferent too, but after that incident, he could tell Wang Zheng was different... Wang Zheng was exactly like the untouchable warriors he read about in legends. Fortunately, Huang Shi did not know of his background, or he would definitely vomit on him. Huang Shis voice and text in the military channel resounded with passion. In contrast, it made some of Lockes Stars fans ufortable.... Why was this guy so optimistic about the Sr System team? Warp type Ability X was indeed quite shocking.... When had the Sr System team be so strong? "The protection of the Sr System has yed an effective role. For a long time, it was not because the Sr System was not strong. In fact, there were arge number of outstanding talents in each generation. However, because of various reasons, the effect of a brain drain was very strong. Any achievements would immediately be swept away by other major powers due to the leaked talent. However, in recent decades, the Sr System has begun to attach importance to protecting their talents..." Huang Shi openly advocated for the Sr System Federation. He wondered what kind of news would be the most valuable, which one would make him famous! He was super unpopr! Yet he was the only reporter providing coverage here! He was going to fight for his chance. He would no longer be marginalized. It would not hurt if the Sr System team won, as he was not at a loss. Perhaps the only thing worse would be to be hated by the stronger teams for not covering them sufficiently. He had nothing much to lose either way. On the other hand, if the Sr System team did manage to break through the qualifying rounds... "Next battle, who will the Sr System team send? Jackman is sending his deputy captain, Warrent! The calm andposed defender and yet an aggressive attacker at the same time; two contrary yet quickly interchangeable modes depending on his judgment of the current situation! " Near Huang Shi, the same passionate voice exined the situation. Huang Shi clenched his teeth. Warrent. He had done his homework. The deputy captains reputation was by no means undeserved. He had an impressive record. How many geniuses had fallen to his feet? Countless! Who would be sent from the Sr System team? Lear or Achilles? In a recent briefing, he learned that these two individuals were the strongest people in the Sr System. In the Sr System preparation zone, an outburst of manly violence rang out. After the victory, Raston and the rest rushed towards Zhang Shan and lifted him up! Zhang Shan was caught off guard and was thrown into the air by the crowd. "I am warning you guys, dont drop me on the floor!" Bang! Nobody caught him! His ass directlynded onto the ground! "Is this how you treat a hero?" Raston shrugged. "You snatched our opportunity to show off." "Zhang Shan, we gave you such a good opportunity. Time to treat us!" Zhang Shan retaliated with a middle finger. Despite everyones excitement, you could tell everyone admired him. No one could guarantee that they would win with a single strike. He had exhibited his Ability X skill, his trump card and won easily. At the same moment, Lockes Star had sent out their opponent. Warrent stared coldly at his opponent, nonchnt about who the Sr System team was going to send. On the Sr System side, substitute yer Zhang Shan had made a good start. The other yers looked eagerly at Wang Zheng. Only Wang Zheng could determine who would be up next. "Meng Tian, you are up next!" Serious and unrelenting, this was Meng Tians personality. Meng Tian was taken aback, but she restoredposure quickly. Amongst the team, she was also well known for her calmposure. In this regard, she was quite simr to Meng Ao, her father. Wang Zheng looked at Meng Tian and nodded. "Take him out in one strike!" Warrents eyes narrowed. He had assumed that the Sr System team was going to seek a quick victory and press their advantage. If the score went to 2-0, it would put overwhelming pressure on thest match, something he wanted to avoid. In that case, it would not be a surprise if the captain himself was dispatched. Although, it was shocking to him that the captain of the Sr System team was not Achilles. It seemed that the Sr System Team was pulling another trick. These petty tricks might seem cool, but in fact, they could easily be ripped to shreds in front of true power, or even worse, lead to their downfall. Yet that Wang Zheng guy was not moving, nor Achilles. Instead, they were sending out a petite woman! Did they think that he would be seduced by her beauty? Thisss looked as pure as water. He was definitely going to enjoy this! Chapter 354: Locke’s Star’s Doom Chapter 354: Lockes Stars Doom Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas They had to score this point, no matter who the Sr System team sent. If it really was the case that they had to go 0-2, they would be reprimanded badly when they returned, even if they managed an overall win. The Sr System teams random allocation was really puzzling. Only the team captain, Achilles, and Lears data were on the system. Although it was brief, they were definitely known to be Ability X users. No one was really bothered by these details. Stronger nations were more secretive about their members, but if the Sr System team did the same, no one really cared. It looked like the team had really hidden their cards this time. Both sides hopped into the mechas cockpits. Meng Tian vs Warrent! Two mecha appeared on the standard battlefield. Warrent chose the Maacah Republics heavy type beast type Tiger Guard for its mighty defense and superior mobility. When it came to beast type mecha, the Maacah Republics technology might even surpass that of Ans. As long as one could master this mechs rhythmic jumping movements, its strength could be quite impressive. Meng Tians choice left everyone stunnedC the Moons Moon Streak V. It was a humanoid sniper mech. Models rolled out by the moon were guaranteed to be stable and reliable. The problem was, this was not a game! This was the IG battlefield. Choosing a sniper mech, even with god-like reliability, was likemitting suicide. What was more, Warrent had chosen the rtively flexible Tiger Guard. It was the exact nemesis of sniper mech. With Warrents abilities, it was absolutely possible to destroy the enemy before she even activated her energy shield! Warrent felt inexplicably angry. Was the captains brain damaged? Never mind that his opponent was a woman, but she chose a lousy sniper mech. Did they think they were shooting a show and ying around?! He had to give the Sr System team a life-long lesson! At the very start of the match, Warrent dashed relentlessly at the Moon Streak, activating his energy shield. With this, even a full-energyser could be blocked, let alone aser gun! Boom. Under Meng Tians control, the Moon Streak raised the standard moonfireser sniper. She immediately took aim... Meng Tians every action was well calcted and evenly paced, maintaining her own individual pace. Holding up the gun, she entered had entered her own world. A sh of silvery white appeared at the nozzle of theser sniper barrel. At this time, Warrent was halfway to Meng Tian. Just at this instant, as Meng Tian had finished aiming, the Tiger Guard leaped forward. With a sudden boost of energy, the Tiger Guards speed increased, rushing directly toward Meng Tian. Meng Tian looked calmly at the Tiger Guard. The distance between the two mech had been reduced to less than twenty meters, yet Meng Tian had yet to fire even a single shot. For a sniper, this was considered way too weak, as too much time had been wasted on aiming. "The Sr System team is going down." At the spectator booth, Bi Yuyan shook her head. Such a pity... to think that the rare warp Ability X was used in the first match. If they lost this second battle, it may be difficult to catch up. After all, Lockes Stars ranking was still considered within the top ten. "We cant be sure. Lets see if her aim is urate." "Oh, Im afraid its difficult. With the Tiger Guard moving at such speeds, with such flexible footwork... I believe Warrent has also undergone special anti-sniper training. In the worst case scenario, the Tiger Guards energy shield can withstand at least three attacks.... The situation doesnt look good in any way." Si Jiali was silent. Obviously, the sniper seemed to be a little slow. Even after such a long time, the first shot was still not released. Then, in a split second, Warrents roar could be heard. The Tiger Guard suddenly leaped again and flew at the Moon Streak V.... Good Lord! Warrant had activated his Ability X, and the explosive force erupted from within his muscles. With this force, he could arrive at the Moon Streak almost immediately. In the face of the enemys devastating burst of explosive power, Meng Tian was still calm and collected. It was at this time that theser rifle glowed! Meng Tian fired! A silver, heavyser beam flew directly from the sniper, hitting the Tiger Guards armor. Judging from the trajectory, the Tiger Guard would certainly be unable to dodge the attack. Warrent smiled. Did Meng Tian think his mech was made of paper? The Tiger Guards powerful engine emitted a roar, instantly reinforcing and solidifying the energy shield, a key feature of heavy type mecha. Boom~~~ The impactnded squarely on the energy shield! However, this shot was not enough to prate the energy shield, though the momentum of the mech had been blunted and he stopped moving. On the other hand, he was now only five meters away from Meng Tian. Warrent could not help butugh. His heart zed upon remembering the beauty who he was now challenging. Once he reached melee range of the Moon Streak, with the Tiger Guards heavy set of teeth, the Moon Streak would be like raw meat on a chopping board. Easy game! But! At the next moment, Warrents rxed face was covered with ayer of frost! Two-thirds of the energy shield was still intact, but a lightyer of white light had condensed on the energy shield, much like the spreading winter frost. A breeze of cold and ice had unknowingly prated the Tiger Guards heavy armor... He was unable to move! The usually reactive G-material was now like a thousand year hunk of frozen steel. Meng Tian gently raised the sniper rifle again, targeting the Tiger Guard at a closer distance. Boom! Boom! The energy shield and armour could not block the hits! All it took were two neat strikes for Meng Tian to crush him. Everything blew up into a smoldering heap! The second victory was just too neat and tidy, and it was a tremendous upset. The Moon Streak mech, which should have typically been easily crushed by the Tiger Guard, had actually triumphed! Gu Te not only jumped in joy, he was waving his fists in the air! As the headmaster of Ares College, this battle was more than enough to ignite his excitement. Gu Te had never been happier in the IGpetition for the past ten years, especially since both winners were his own students. It was like a dreame true! Three neat strikes, and the first came with the Ability X to freeze all movement! Jackmans face turned to the color of pig liver! "What the f*ck is going on? Howe there are so many of them with special Ability Xs?!" As the captain, he couldnt help but swear at Warrent. Ability X users were usually more powerful and faster. Although users like Meng Tian and Zhang Shan were considered special... to think he had already met with two just at the start of IG. To think the Sr System had hit them with a score of 2-0... it would be the Sr Systemsst round to win. Warrent was already on his way to the emergency room. He was even more miserable than the previous loser. The only difference between virtual and actualbat was that the mech could not really explode. The opponents strength and Ability X could indeed be felt even in virtualbat. This was also why so many substitutes were needed. With each elimination round, who knew how many soldiers would be left? And this may be one of the most decisive factors. Warrent was not careless. Everything was within his calctions. No matter how good the opponent was, he was good at strategizing. He had even taken into ount his opponents ability to dish out multiple attacks. With his heavy mech and his skills, he could withstand four rounds of brutal attacks to get close enough, and he would then be able to kill off the sniper. Never would he have imagined that the opponent had.... An ice Ability X! Like the warp Ability X, an Ice Ability X was also extremely rare. It was likely that only one in a thousand or one in ten thousand had it. No matter how precise his calctions were, it would have definitely been frozen and decimated. An originally uninteresting and empty media stand exploded! This was going against nature! An ice Ability X was seen after a warp Ability X? That strike not only froze the pilot, but even obviously stagnated the movement of the entire mech. Such intense might... Huang Shi took a deep breath and calmed himself, trying to block out Chi Muye, who was going bonkers beside him. He updated thetest information on his channel. At the same time, he had already started writing a press release. The title: Underestimated Land of Human Origin The Sr System Federation team. On the other side, Bi Yuyan stood up and pped her hands with enthusiasm. They had two special Ability X users in a row. This was close to unseen! Would there be.... a third one? Si Jialis eyes drifted around the scene, but more often than not, they fell on Wang Zheng. His facial expression was still nk. Achilles and Lear, the two most famous within the Sr System Federation, had the exact same level ofposure. Did the Sr System team really have such hidden strength? The next opponent would definitely be Jackman. Would he be up against Wang Zheng? After two consecutive victories, everyones nervousness seemed to have disappeared. Now everyone was eagerly staring at Wang Zheng. This was such a good opportunity to crush thempletely. Lockes Star was forced into a desperate situation. They would be sent straight home if they lost the next battle. Chapter 355: Definite Victory Chapter 355: Definite Victory Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Jackman was really enraged at this point. To think that he thought that drawing the Sr System team was like getting a free warm-up round and they could avoid roughing it up, yet this was happening. It was like getting two tight ps across the cheeks. The real battle had not even started, but he was turned into apleteughing stock. Over the past ten years, the Sr System Federation had been moring for a rise. Talents, geniuses, or other godly nicknames were given to those members. They were always made to sound invincible, yet the very same team would get kicked out at the very first round. Ten years passed swiftly, and the same thing would repeat every year. It was like free points rained upon the Sr System teams lucky opponents, and they quickly became the first rounders, ones who were sent back home after a day of battle. But now, now.... Two to zero. How could the mighty, dignified Lockes Star get bashed up by the Sr System to this extent? Sr System Federal match point. If they lost another game, the title first rounders might even befall Lockes Star. The atmosphere at Lockes Stars team was quickly heating up; they were enveloped with anger. They had yet to experience such a sense of failure. Could it be that they were really going to lose? Had the Sr System Federation really sent their most qualified yers already? "Be wary!" Jackman took a deep breath. As the captain, he could not be taken by surprise. Even though it might have been a wrong decision on his part to send the two up first previously, now was not the time to repent, or it would not just be his downfall, but the downfall of the entire team. "We might have underestimated them, but now we have to be serious and kick their asses!" If one only possessed strategy but not strength, they were bound to lose. As long as they showed their undying resistance and held firm, the opponents would shrivel. This too was a form of battle tactics. To push forward blindly would only cause their defeat. "The opponents just possess strong Ability Xs. They have shown very typical techniques. Our teammates were merely caught off guard. Although Warrant was careful, he miscalcted and did not give himself sufficient reaction time. Miracles cannot keep happening, and their foundations can never match up to ours.... So, for the next round, I am personally going to get us a win. You guys will have to secure thest two matches. Keep a close eye on how I will beat them. We do not need to look so dignified in front of these humans. With just our undefeatable foundation, we can crush our opponent. " Jackman said in a low voice. As the captain, he had to gain the match back and resist their abilities! What Jackman didnt expect was that even though he was stepping out as the dignified captain of Lockes Star, the captain of Sr System was still not moving an inch from his seat. They sent... f*ck, what the hell... another woman? "Wang Zheng, you think that ugly b*tch can beat me?" Wang Zhengs expression changed and a smirk lingered on his face. Some people just did not learn. Even Lear and the others were speechless. This Jackson was truly courting death. When criticized about her looks, Runans fighting spirit would increase by at least 50 percent. Jackman looked past Zhang Runan andid eyes on Wang Zheng. "Captain against captain, do you dare to ept the challenge?" Since he was getting onto the battlefield, if he were to eliminate the strongest of the lot, his guys would have a better time securing the final two matches. Wang Zhengughed faintly. "It is still not toote to apologize." Although she was called an ugly b*tch, there was not a single hint of anger in Runans expression. This state of hers was the most scary. If Jackman apologized now, maybe it would neutralize some of her inner unrest. To think that agitating Runan would lead her to lose her calm and give him a better chance... Jackman snorted. He knew that the other party was unwilling to go on, so he was not too bothered about it, and directly went to his cabin. Zhang Ruman, who did not make a sound, and immediately got into the cockpit. She chose a Light Cavalry D model. This was a mech favoured by Moon generals with high mobility. It was a cavalry type mech equipped with a titanium spear. On the other side, Jackman also got into position. He was in Ans Holy Angel II Type II mech. It was an all-rounded type of mech. It was simrly prominent in several aspects, showing a certain level of bnce. It was perfectly designed by An. Although it was an all-rounder, it was also not easy to operate. One could just say that the people of Lockes Star were well-rounded too, and there was not a single mech they did not know how to operate, with the exception of Antean mecha. Amongst the audience, Bi Yuyan was leaning towards the Sr System team. "That Jackman really is too much! So ungentlemanly!" "Thats probably just a tactic of his. He wants to agitate the opponents and cause them to lose their calm." Si Jiali clearly saw the reason Jackman had be the captain of the Lockes Star team. Under such circumstances, who would take such unnecessary actions? To agitate the opponent would mean an easier victory! We would just have to see if Runan from Sr System could control her emotions. That was a basic skill any qualified pilot should possess. Hong! The connection wasplete! The two mecha appeared on the battlefield. Both parties chose closebat, offensive mecha. There was no turning back! Jackmans actions were very elegant. With the Holy Angel II under his control, every movement flowed like water, giving the audience enjoyment just by watching! To have such control over even the simplest action, one could tell why Jackman was the IG captain. He was definitely selected based on his skills. This was also Jackmans specialty. His basic foundations were embedded deep in his bones. Yet at the same time he could understand any mech easily with his deep foundations. It was no wonder why Jackman could easily grasp any mech to the highest level. The Holy Angel II was also Ans main closebat mech. It was lightly armored and possessed two titanium des of differing lengths. The left titanium de was only half the length of the other. The pair of des shed in the air, creating a shower of sparks. This was not just for show. He was setting his own pace for the match. It also helped to distract the opponents rhythm and to study the opponents response. The Holy Angel II lunged forward suddenly! After two seconds of eleration, it reached its maximum speed limit. The engine made a weird roar, achieving maximum power in just three seconds. "How exaggerated. Pressure-activation? No! It is a multi-burst start. It ces a huge burden on the engine of the mech but allows the engine to temporarily exert even greater power! During a duel, this is considered a killer move." Huang Shi recorded it down excitedly. This Jackman really deserved to be an IG captain, as he was definitely one level above the previous two. However, Huang Shi just didnt know what ability this female from the Sr System team possessed... With the burst in speed, Jackman instantly advanced towards the left side of the Light Cavalry D. With a double-de attack and a master level rhythm, this was not a probing attack, this was an attack meant to destroy the enemy in a single strike The application of basicbat skills with a mech sounded easy, but it was actually tediously detail-oriented and difficult. ng! Runan moved backwards step by step. In a mech battle, it was important to press the advantage Jackman did not hesitate to use multiple explosive attacks to grab the upper hand, and Zhang Runan could only passively defend. However, the Holy Angel IIs long and short double-ded attack was able to strike as flexibly as a martial arts master. The Holy Angel II had moved extremely close to the Light Cavalry D. The advantage of the titanium spear could not be realized at this distance. Instead, it was a burden weighing down the mech as only the haft could be used to effectively strike the opponent. The rhythm of the battle had been taken by the Holy Angel II. Runan could not regain control. Jackmans foundation was a bit counter-intuitive, and his ability to grasp and to create his own opportunities left his opponents with little room to breathe. The spear was not as flexible and was too long, hence it only served to block the attacks from the double des. Jackman pressed his advantage. The double des,bined with the high-speed movement of the Holy Angel II, was like raining a 360-degree limitless flurry of blows on the Light Cavalry D. Go to hell! Jackmans speed was getting faster and faster, and he was still far from his limit. Whilepletely suppressing Zhang Runan, he still retained his ability to react so that he could counter any special Ability X tricks Runan might pull that would instantly end him. "B*tch, wheres your ability X? Dont tell me you dont have one? Perhaps you are the trash sent out by the team. Are you mute? Oh, I know, you mustve had an affair with someone in the team, thats why youre here. Who is the one with such good taste?" Jackman increased his frequency of attacks while constantly provoking Zhang Runan. Lockes Star was a star full of mercenaries. On the battlefield, they did not care about etiquette and would do whatever it took to win. Deep inside, he still believed that the opponent had some trick up her sleeve. Instead of getting struck, he would force her hand. Zhang Runan was still silent. The Light Cavalry D continued retreating. One step, two steps, three steps. However, she still could not increase its distance with the Holy Angel II. But it was clear that Zhang Runan was furious. Yet at this point, she was clearly not going to give a f*ck. She brandished her spear and suddenly something unusual happened. Dang... The titanium spear had been interlocked firmly by the double des. This was Jackmans well-known move C the clipper! A technique specifically used to lock weapons in ce. This was an absolute killer move as the opponent would not be able to retaliate! Chapter 356: Rookie Chapter 356: Rookie Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas His provoking worked. Jackman let out a sneer. The two des pushed forward and the Light Cavalry D lost bnce. Like a whirlwind, the Holy Angel II burst towards the Light Cavalry D. With both des pointed directly at Zhang Runan, she could do nothing but defend. "Die! Tornado attack!" In an instant, Jackmans Ability X activated. His ability was a bnce of power and speed. It temporarily boosted both of those attributes. It was precisely because of this that he could execute physically extreme attacks such as the Tornado! Instantly, the Holy Angel II spun in the sky with the dual des. The sound was thunderous, and Zhang Runans Light Cavalry D wilted like a leaf under Jackmans Tornado attack. Rumble... The Light Cavalry D was sent flying over ten steps away, and slid over a dozen meters across the floor. Jackman waved his arm. The supporters of Lockes Star jumped to their feet and cheered. His Tornado attack was invincible, and his opponent did not even have the opportunity to activate their energy shield. The smile of the Lockes Star team quickly solidified. The Light Cavalry D slowly regained stability. Brandishing her titanium spear, it whistled as it swung through the air. "You are looking down on Zhang Runan." "No amount of speed is able to restrain the strength of Zhang Runan." Lie Xin, who was watching,ughed. Zhang Runan had her own strategy. This was also a moment of triumph for the Sr System Federation. They had gained much more support from the powerful families, and the strategies they utilized had also deepened. This was also the reason why Lear was so confident, because overall, their team was much stronger than before. However, Zhang Runan only had a very basic Ability X. Her true strength was to integrate the gift she possessed into battle. In attack or defense, she was extremely patient, and it was almost impossible to provoke Zhang Runan. Zhang Runan looked like she was in danger under the violent attacks, but she managed to fully defend herself. Boom.... The Light Cavalry D exploded outwards with the simple spear attacks. Jackman had been tricked into a false sense of security Boom.... The Holy Angel II was directly struck! Everyone staggered. That blow required massive force to knock the Holy Angel II backwards. The Light Cavalry D was not going at a high speed, but the movement was extremely swift, fully grasping the opponents rhythm. Zhang Shan shouted, "Bolt from the Blue, Eighteen Thunderstrikes!" This was the nickname Zhang Shan had given Zhang Runans move. She despised the name heavily, but that did not stop Zhang Shan from yelling it aloud. Bang! Bang! Bang! She was not overbearingly violent as Jackman, but the audience was strangely mesmerized by each and every strike. Jackman, who was totally caught off guard, did not even know how to avoid or hide from the attacks. After the ninth strike, Jackmans double des had been disarmed and sent flying away. Jackman roared, not caring to step back. He activated his energy shield. This situation was gradually bing fatal for him. Boom, boom, boom... The Holy Angel II was sent flying yet again. The energy shield cracked, but what no one expected was.. the captain of Lockes Star was actually escaping... What the f*ck? This was not actualbat. How was he going to escape? He wanted to return to retrieve his des... but it was a na?ve move. The sudden reversal was really beyond anyones imagination. Zhang Runans spear suddenly dropped out of her hands, falling straight towards the floor. At this very moment, she kicked the spear gracefully... and the spear arched like a brush stroke in a calligraphy painting. Boom.. Headshot! The spear had flown straight into the Holy Angel IIs head. Zhang Runan WIN! The entire audience, except for a small crowd, was speechless. They were shocked. This headshot was seemingly done on purpose. Zhang Runan was only human, so she could get angry too! Even Zhang Shan had cold feet when he saw that vicious move of hers. It was a smart move to not offend Zhang Runan. She would not argue back, but she would prove her determination with her actions. Chi Muyes jaw was hanging. What?? Such an easy three to zero score? "Sr System team WIN!" The referee immediately announced the result, and there was no doubt that the Sr System would advance to the final rounds! "This is insane. What the hell, to win just like that!?" Chi Muye clearly looked dismayed. Had he really been expecting more of a show? Huang Shi was silent in a corner. "Werent you very optimistic about the Sr System winning?" "I am just a friendly supporter and was spiritually rooting for them... but I bet ten thousand bucks on Locke Stars victory.... What is this.... Even a pig can climb a tree like this... My moneys gone!!!" Muyue grimaced. His little safe full of gold was emptied just like that. As the principal, Gu Te knew very well to keep hisposure after the victory, so he went forward to shake hands with the opponents. After exchanging customary greetings, the opponent clearly disyed ack of interest towards him. If that was the case, he did not really have to bother too much. Zhang Runan was met with a warm round of apuse. The clearly depressed-looking Jackman seemed to have not fully grasped the oue of the battle. He faintly said two words C "rookies luck." The first to rush over was Lie Xin... She was really attention-grabbing! Lie Xin had always worshipped Runan like a god, fully appreciating every aspect of her. On the other hand, the person who felt the most indignant was Yuan Ye. Runan was as beautiful as a fairy, yet many people failed to appreciate her appearance. He did not know whether to call them stupid or tasteless. With news of the victory, Ye Zisu and Yan Xiaosu, who had been sitting at the edge of their seats, also exploded in cheers, immediately sending news of the victory back home. The news announced in dormitory 007 resulted in cheers loud enough to create an earthquake. Outside of Ares College, numerous people were awaiting news of the battle. They quickly updated one another, and it propagated around immediately. The whole college was immersed in the glory of the first victory. The college website was also quick to update the news. Congrattions to the Sr System team for a good start in the IG - Ares Invincible Three! Who would have thought that the members sent out by the Sr System team would be students of Ares college? Moreover, they had emerged victorious battle after battle,pletely crushing the Lockes Stars team. Most notable was Zhang Runans magical kick, which resulted in a headshot. If she were to y ser, the ser team would be forced to retire. Bi Yuyan and Si Jiali expressed their congrattions to Wang Zheng. They did not expect the Sr System team to win, let alone crush their opponents with this kind of rhythm. On the other side, Aina high-fived Lin Huiyin. Of course, she was happy for Wang Zheng as he had sessfully made if through the first round. Although nervous, they did not know what to expect. Wang Zheng was strong, but how would he be when ced in the IGpetition? Who would have thought that the Sr System team would have easily defeated Lockes Star without even sending forward a main yer. At the end of the first round of the IG preliminaries, the Sr System team conquered the Lockes Star team three to zero. Gu Te and others were certainly ted. The entire delegation was happy for this victory, but the entire team had already quickly restored their calm. With such a lineup, even if the outside world belittled them, they still possessed fierce pride within them. Even though they did make any exaggerations by saying that they would obtain the champions position, entering the actualbat phase was the true goal they had in mind. Although the Sr System team was nonchnt, they did not attract much attention. Huang Shi was a professional military reporter. He did not care how the outside world responded to his reports. The Sr System team had attracted his attention because of their abilities. It was not the special Ability Xs that were crucial to their victory, and this interested him. Once information like this was made known to the world, the opponents would target these specific strengths. What aroused more curiosity in Huang Shi was the depth the main team members had. Achilles, Lear, and Lie Xin were the most famous of the Sr System. Yet at the same time, they had not even showed their strength. Although their reputation was not worthy of mentioning within the Milky Way Alliance, by watching the performance of the substitutes, Huang Shi could not help but anticipate theing battles. Moreover, he got to see a strange figure. Ang, a core figure of Ans new generation military. Why would she appear here? Was it just an illusion? At this point, an announcement was made. The second round opponents of the Sr System was the Norton Star! Chapter 357: Being Vulgar Counts as a Power Too! Chapter 357: Being Vulgar Counts as a Power Too! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Norton Star had defeated the Dragon Stars Cameron Republic with a score of three-to-zero. Norton Star warriors were known to have the strongest bodies and be extremely resilient. They were known to be the shield of the Milky Way Alliance. With five times gravity and mech creators with a long history and culture, they were one of the strongests around. Although they had never been champions, they made it to the actualbat rounds almost all the time. Compared with Lockes Star, the Norton Star was not as well-rounded, but their stability was considered unparalleled. No matter who the opponent was, they fought fiercely and sturdily. Coincidentally, Yuan Long of the Norton Star team was also an impressively skilled spearmaster, equivalent to Zhang Runan of the Sr System team. It was still not easy for the Sr System team to beat the Norton Star team. Although the match was still taking ce at the same venue, the crowd obviously grew bigger. Compared to just two or three military reporters taking coverage, the number now grew to over ten. There were also more Anian students. There was also definitely the possibility that they were just here to see beautiful girls C Si Jiali, Ye Zisu, Bi Yuyan, and Meng Tian were quite the view. This could not be helped. Most guys judged the appearance of a girl first before they looked at their capabilities. Meng Tiansst victory did attract quite a few guys attention. Wang Zheng led the team to the match. On the opposing side, the captain, Pan Su, led his teams entrance. They did things differently from the Lockes Star team and did not have the bad habit of despising their opponents. They always gave everyone their due respect, no matter how strong or how weak the opponents were. "Captain Wang Zheng, I hope this will be a wonderful exchange." Pan Su extended his hand. They might not have been very tall, but they were strong in build, and were absolutely confident. The most reliable team of the Milky Way Alliance was the Norton Star team, because they would never betray or abandon you. "We hope for the same!" Wang Zheng extended his hand too. It was an ordinary handshake, nothing judgmental. Pan Su looked older than average. After saluting the audience, thepetition officially started. The first person to fight for the Norton Star team was Yuan Long, who was also their ferocious vanguard. Wang Zheng had an impression of Yuan Long. They had a battle before in CT, and he was a very solid opponent. Yuan Long had used the Wargod No. 1 and disyed an admirable performance. This time, however, he would be given a strong mech and he would certainly exhibit his full potential. Ability X was not very useful to the Norton Star warriors. They may not specialise in using unique Ability Xs, like warping and elemental powers, but they still possessed good endurance and had experience countering them. For them, Ability X was considered just another attack, and they would be fine as long as they were resilient in their defense. Also, Ability X resulted in a recovery period after it had been released, thus, the Norton Star people were not as interested in it as others. Wang Zheng eyes swept across the team. Raston and others looked a little eager to try, but Wang Zhengs gazended on the wretched fatty. At this time, Luo Fei was actually busy checking out girls. An was a great ce filled with beautiful girls, and it would be unbelievable if he were able to get one. "Luo Fei, you take the first battle." Luo Fei looked surprised. "No way, Captain. You want to hand the most important first battle to me?" Luo Fei looked at Lear for help, but Lear just looked back coldly. Luo Fei shuddered. "Understood, Im on!" Whispers diffused through the crowd. What was happening with the Sr System team? They were using substitutes again. Normally, substitutes were only used as a backup n, but they were using substitutes so freely. It was not going to be the three from the previous battle. Ability X users needed time to recharge. The stronger the ability, the longer the recovery time needed. Under normal circumstances, it would take a day. However, wasnt now the time to dispatch the main yers? The fatty was not too confident with his skills. He shook hands with Yuan Long and said, "Brother, please go easy on me." Yuan Long was stunned and said seriously, "This is an important battle. I will not be merciless." The fatty looked aggrieved, pitiful to the point you wanted to pinch his cheeks. Both parties entered the cockpit, and the battle begun. "Fatty, if you lose, we will finish all your snacks!" Zhang Shan shouted from below. Luo Feis tearful face looked even more upset. Pan Su was very calm. "Yuan Long, dont be affected by them. This Fatty is probably quite capable." Yuan Long looked taken aback, but nodded. This fatty mightve been putting up a show. After all, the Sr System team did defeat the Lockes Star team. Yuan Long entered the waiting room and chose the Scarlet Dragon before connecting with the G-material. The mechs performance was not bad. Ans mecha were well maintained. The Scarlet Dragon mech was produced by the Norton Star for human warriors. The weapon it used was the silver spear. It was a heavy tank type mech. Ordinary people may find its operations to be awkward and inflexible, but it was a different story for Norton Star warriors. Luo Fei chose Ans Zero Degree VIII. It was a scout type model. As soon as the battle began, Yuan Long immediately went on the defensive against the Zero Degree, keeping a distance, not allowing his opponent to strike him withser attacks. However, Luo Fei was indeed awkward, and as the battlefield did not have much room for movement, he was trying best to avoid direct confrontation with Yuan Long. However, Yuan Longs techniques were quite steady. He moved carefully with each step, gradually approaching the Zero Degree with his shields up. Approaching Luo Fei, he struck out with his spear. Luo Fei retreated seven or eight steps to gain a firm footing. Yuan Long did not waste any time; he immediately used his signature spear technique. If he hit directly, the opponents energy shield might not even activate in time. Ching... The silver spear struck, and Luo Fei immediately dodged sideways, making a close escape. It was as though he had eaten a performance pill. With a swift movement, his left hand caught hold of the Scarlet Dragons silver spear. Yuan Longughed coldly, dragging his spear back while quickly attempting to dodge any follow up attacks. If he could immediately make a counter attack, he could end the fight here and now. However, something unexpected happened. His attempt to drag his spear back stopped midway, and he stood motionless. The closebat knife of the Zero Degree had been unsheathed and the mech had already rushed over. Yuan Longs natural instinct was to activate his energy shield. Although his response was fast, his reaction speed was dyed. It was as though he was held temporarily paralyzed. Sh*t, it was Ability X! By the time Yuan Long responded, his mech had already been pierced through Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! After several consecutive strikes, the wretched Luo Fei immediatelynded a critical strike. Sr System team WIN! The delegation of the Sr System was not as expressive as the first round of battle. Although happy, they did not view this moment as worthy of celebration. There was not much apuse going around. This win was too baffling and sudden. Yuan Long, who came out of the cockpit, was still weak. Although he had been met with direct impact, he was not hurt. On the other hand, he felt so depressed that he wanted to die. The battle gave him no room to showcase his abilities; he waspletely incapacitated. He wanted to swear. He had originally nned to duke it out and have a satisfying battle, but this happened. Reluctantly, he agreed that his opponent had won with true strength. Pan Sus expression was heavy. Yet another special Ability X user. How did Earth recruit so many talents? Looking at the situation just now, it was either a weakness type or paralysis type. Although it was only used for slight moment, it was the determining factor. Although he had calcted the possibility of the opponent using an Ability X, it was different this time. It was simply impossible to guard against this. Although Yuan Long was considered to be rich in fighting experience and was careful, he couldnt avoid this. The opponent was also too ruthless, putting on such an act before the battle. What kind of people were the Sr System team? Huang Shi was caught up in writing. He could only use one word to describe this team - "mature!" The team was very strong, yet they remained so low-profile and calm. This was an important prerequisite to go far in the IG, especially to reach the actualbat phase. However, the Norton Star people would never give up. They would definitely not give up so easily. Pan Su went straight to the stage when the second roundmenced. If he lost, it would be a rey of Lockes Stars plight. The Sr System team was itching to fight. Taros and the rest felt that it was a good chance for them to battle. The longer the battlested, the tougher it would get. If they did not get a chance to fight now, things may get unfavorable towards theter battles. Achilles squatted and was all ready to stand up when Taros suddenly stood up. "Let me go!" Even Zhang Shan and the others had their chance, so it was unreasonable that he would not have his chance. It would definitely be ones individual honor to defeat the captain of the Norton Star. He did not want to return home empty-handed. Wang Zheng was reluctant to give an immediate answer, and he quietly studied Pan Su. Pan Su looked very calm. Although they had lost their first battle, their team looked reassured once Pan Su stepped up himself. Wang Zheng shook his head. "Let me do it." Taros looked frustrated. "Wang Zheng, what is the meaning of this? Do you think I cant beat him? Or do you only send those from Earth? We are the Sr System team, not the team from Earth." Lear looked calm as always. Achilles smiled faintly and spoke. "Taros, calm down. We cant be certain youll even be his match. In fact, your speed ability will not have an edge over Pan Su." "Pan Su was ranked 28th at thest IGpetition. He has also gone through two sessions of IG. Although this ranking did not enter the top ten, he is still considered a master with the special ability to control pressure. Taros, do you still think you can win?" Lie Xinughed. Ever since Taros had gotten close to Lear, Lie Xin was not extremely fond of him. Taros expression grew colder. He did not expect the Norton Star captain to be so famous. "Taros, since the captain has spoken, it is to secure our victory. We should follow orders," Lear said lightly. Taros smiled and stopped speaking, sitting down as if nothing had happened. Pan Su. The IG had ranked him 28th. Although this rank alone did not determine victory or loss, it reflected the past and future potential of a soldier. When Wang Zheng walked up to the stage and looked at Pan Su, he could feel how calm, stable, resilient, and confident Pan Su was. This was exactly the kind of opponent he liked to fight against. Chapter 358: The Violent Captain from Earth Chapter 358: The Violent Captain from Earth Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Pan Su looked at Wang Zheng and did not speak, but his expression was much more serious. "F*ck, the Sr System team is so cruel. Each one more cruel than the other. Furthermore, they possess such exquisite abilities. Cousin, youre going to be rich today. Remember to give some of your earnings to me." Chi Muye was very excited. He had bet 10,000 dors on the Sr System today. However, Huang Shi shook his head slightly. "This Pan Su is a true master. This will be the first trial for the Sr System. I have seen his performance in the previous sessions. The Norton Stars stable ascent had only been stopped by the indomitable Arbiter! However, they were able to fight all the way to that current position due to Pan Su, who has been leading the vanguard." Chi Muye opened his mouth in shock. "F*ck. Why didnt you tell me earlier? Didnt you say that the Sr System team had great potential? Oh, man! I was wrong yet again!" "Yes, I did, but I didnt say that the opponent was weak." Chi Muye wanted to kill himself at this point in time. F*ck! "Wang Zheng, please give me strength!" At this point, even if he didnt kill himself, he would lose so much money that he might as well buy himself a coffin and wait for death! Pan Su picked the mech he preferred, the Triumphant King. This was Nortons best bnced mobile fighter. It had no fancy configurations and was quite well bnced when it came to both close range and long rangebat. It came with a standard beam saber and its special Triumphant Laser Rifle. The most critical point was that the mech used the Norton Stars self-produced materials, so the density of the metal was extremely high. As a result, other countries were unlikely to pick the mech as it was more difficult to pilot due to the increased weight and strain on the body. However, this mech was able to harness even greater power. This was a mech that if one could use well, they could easily suppress their opponents! It was also known as the mark of the Norton Stars ace pilots. One who could fully utilize the power of Triumphant King would easily be an ace pilot. Pan Su, on the other hand, was the youngest individual to obtain the qualification of an ace pilot through his mastery of this mech. It was just that the people from Norton had always been low-key and calm. They didnt care about these achievements. At this time, as Huang Shi scribbled casually, and the audience could not remain calm themselves after listening to his words. "This man turned out to be a master! He doesnt look the part!" Bi Yuyan said curiously. "Experts have to be handsome and heroic!" said Si Jiali as sheughed. However, deep down, she was a little worried as well. However, the time taken for Wang Zhengs mech to appear was slightly longer than usual. It showed that the mech was not asmonly seen. When the mech appeared, the audience was silent. Hercules??? What was going on?? Everyone whispered, and all the faces of the members of the Sr System team had changed to looks of shock and worry. What happened to Wang Zheng? Did his hands shake and he picked the wrong mech?! ! Ye Zisu could not sit still. She knew that Wang Zheng wanted to help OMG, but she would rather sacrifice OMG and not let Wang Zheng take this risk. The Hercules was really durable and could take hits, but it was not at the level of the Triumphant King. Gu Te could feel cold sweat. What was this Wang Zheng trying to do? Hercules? Did he really hear that correctly? Wang Zheng had already entered the simtion. This was not the first time he had used the Hercules. This mech was indeed a very basic one; however, this mech could not be considered on the same level as other basic mech. Additionally, even if one could use the Hercules in CT, it may not trante to effective use in actual battle. The mech model found in CT was not durable enough to be strongly maneuvered. But the one found in An was not the same as the one Skeleton had previously used in CT. This mech was of the newest generation and was suitably well-equipped and armored. Yet all of this was unimportant to Wang Zheng. What truly mattered was that it was equipped with a shovel! This shovel was not a conventionally equipped weapon, but was a gimmick made by OMG. It was Ye Zisus idea. When he saw his opponents choice of mech, Pan Su was also slightly surprised, and he spoke over the public frequency. "If you picked the wrong mech, I can wait for you to repick another one." The Norton Star warriors apparently did not want to win by chance. Although they were opponents, Wang Zheng had gained newfound respect for the opponent. "I did not choose the wrong mech. This mech is better." The following screams that resounded were even louder, especially from students from the An Royal College. They had heard of the Norton Stars Triumphant King, but they had never heard of the Hercules. These Earthlings enjoyed giving their mecha exaggerated names. Once Pan Su was ready, he was fully focused. The Nortoners never underestimated their opponents. The two entered the battle area - Hercules vs Triumphant King When everyone saw Wang Zhengs Hercules appearing with a shovel, the audienceughed loudly. Did this guy think the IG was a game? Was he trying to mess around? Tarosughed more slyly. This Wang Zheng was definitely messing around. Was he not afraid of ying the fool? He took a look at Lear, but found out that Lear not only did notugh, his face suddenly became cold and his eyes became extremely sharp. In addition to Lear, there was another individual who be extremely focused: Milo. This was because both of them had once met an opponent... that person also liked to use a shovel. Could it be him? "Milo, whats wrong with you?" "Impossible, absolutely impossible..." There were some technical realities that were absolutely impossible to achieve, just like her gorgeousbos, which could not be executed in real life but only in CT! In real life, one would be quickly exhausted and would not be able to follow up after thebo. Yuan Longs face also looked slightly puzzled; it was as though he was trying to remember something that eluded him. It was the Hercules debut in the IGpetition. It was not rare to see basic mecha be used in the IG. An, for example, liked to use the Metal Guard. However, the Hercules, on the other hand... Pan Su was piloting the Triumphant King, and the Norton Star people had automatically assumed that since the opponent was a master, they themselves would treat the battle more seriously. Although it may seem naive to always assume that their opponents were strong, this was how the people of Norton were. Pan Sus mech ced his fist over his chest. He seemed extremely solemn. This was a custom of Norton, especially for a veteran like Pan Su. This was his final the IG, so he would leave no regrets. Wang Zhengs Hercules also performed a standard salute, and the battle began. The Triumphant King raised itsser gun, and at the same moment, the Hercules rushed forward. Hercules did not possess the long range capabilities to suppress the Triumphant King. The Norton people were honest, but not stupid; they would still take their own advantages into ount to challenge their opponents. Theser fired, but the shovel in the hands of Hercules had also turned out to be a defensive weapon. The shovel could be used as a shield to block thesers! It has to be said that OMG used absolutely top tier materials in the crafting of this mech. The sessive attacks were blocked and Hercules had already entered closebat range. Pan Su stowed away hisser rifle and took out his beam saber. Did this guy really want to attack with a shovel? The Triumphant King maneuvered and rushed at the Hercules with a resounding roar of the engine. It was as though the tiger had been released from the mountain! The beam saber viciously hacked across towards the Hercules. The long range attacks were just used as a form of psychological warfare; they werent meant to be extraordinarily effective. Pan Su had just sought to blunt the opponents momentum. At this time, however, the shovel in the Hercules hands began to spin, and a "weng weng weng weng" sound could be heard from the quick rotation! Yuan Longs face turned slightly pale and his heart started to jump. God, could this be possible? Although Pan Su felt that something was not right, he did not stop his attack due to the strange things his opponent was doing. In fact, he pushed his mech even harder! Bang! A sudden earth-shattering explosion was seen. The beam saber had been knocked aside almost instantly. If Pan Su was not as strong, he would definitely have been disarmed! Yet at the same time, the opponents shovel was already sweeping towards him. The might of the weapon was truly suffocating! "You cant block this!!" Yuan Long shouted! Unfortunately, he had forgotten that Pan Su could not hear him. Pan Su attempted to block the blow... Buzz... With a loud explosion, the Triumphant King had been knocked flying! God! It was like swatting a fly. He had used the strength and spin of the shovel to smash the clearly superior mech away! Pan Sus eyes became bloodshot. If it werent for his Ability X, he would definitely have been unable to resist and would have been finished! The Triumphant King was knocked over 20 meters away, and it did not get up for the next five or six seconds... Chapter 359: There is no solution! Chapter 359: There is no solution! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The Hercules just stood there, holding his hrious shovel, but no one wasughing. Taros mouth was agape, as if a fly would enter any second, unable to swallow or spit out his words. "What the hell is that joker doing?!" Pan Su had never dreamt that even after using all his strength, he would still be unable to prevent the explosive attack of his opponent. His Ability X was to produce air pressure barriers. These were, in fact, one of his trump cards that allowed him to both attack and defend. With such a defensiveyer, this could determine the difference between victory or defeat at the crucial moment, as these pressure barriers would blunt the opponents blow! However, in the face of the opponents attack, it was destroyed in a single hit. The Triumphant King stood back up, grimly spitting out the blood at the back of his throat. Pan Sus face revealed a hint of a smile, secretly d that he had met such a formidable opponent only at the second round. The Triumphant King leapt up, and with a flick of his saber, rushed towards Wang Zhengs Hercules with great strides. Wang Zhengs Hercules had also started up, and the distance between them rapidly shrinking. However, the Hercules was staggering about the ce, as if it had just hit a brick wall. While it was still trying to bnce itself, the attack from the Triumphant King had already reached him. This was the use of the air pressure Ability X during offense, serving to obstruct the opponent. The beam saber shed downwards, but the Herculess shovel started spinning again, and everyones attention went straight to it. "What is that? Is that Wang Zhengs Ability X?" This time, Pan Su was fully prepared. He was from the Norton Star, and one of the foundations of the was not Ability X, but rotational force, which was a technique that could make others go crazy. Against such a technique, there was only one solution. One had to break through the rotational attack forcefully. They had to do even more damage than him... or else.... However, the people of Norton Star would never retreat, they would hold their ground. Boom... The Hercules was repelled slightly, but the Triumphant Kings beam saber was sessfully deflected. At the same time, the entire mech was knocked back, retreating even further back into the distance. Pan Su gritted his teeth, bearing the brunt of the rebound. Even under these circumstances, the opponent could still retaliate. What kind of a monster was he? However, he should still be suffering! When going against such a rebound, Wang Zhengs hands could probably no longer bear the bacsh from the sh. Pau Su roared, and the Triumphant King roared back to life. This was the determination of the Norton Star. Kill~~~ It was evident that the reaction time of the Hercules was a little slower than normal, while the Triumphant King was still as ferocious as ever. His beam saber was raised high above into the sky and shed downwards in one swift motion. Against such a direct technique, only an even stronger technique was able to counter attack. Once you retreated, it was the end! Who would have thought that the only fierce battle on the field was between these two mechs. The Hercules was slower by a beat, but its hands were still moving swiftly, with the shovel spinning rapidly towards the enemy. The Triumphant King bore down upon the Hercules, imposing as always. At the moment of his attack, his beam saber seemed to be pushed up a notch, its speed increasing in the blink of an eye. Pan Su was risking it all. Boom... The beam saber left his hands..... Oh, heavens.... The shovel that was still spinning made a cracking sound, buzz... It was visible to the naked eye that a shockwave had appeared from the collision. Three protective screens appeared in front of the Triumphant King, but it only managed to stop the shovel for a moment before breaking apart. The only option for Pan Su was to activate his energy shield. His Ability X was not able to block such an aggressive attack, especially against such a frightening rotational force, but there was still enough time for him to start the energy shield. The shovel mmed down on him. Ka~~~ Boom... The energy shield exploded. The entire crowd went silent. Huang Shis mouth was gaping wide open. What the hell was that thing? An Ability X? Or was it a pure technical skill? It was even able to prate the Triumphant Kings energy shield??? As the energy shield broke apart, the Triumphant King took two steps back, yet Wang Zheng did not continue his attacks. The Triumphant King was motionless. After a few seconds, an emergency rm rang from within the cockpit, signaling that the pilot was severely injured and required immediate assistance. Wang Zheng was obviously unable to continue attacking, or else there would be casualties, even considering the physical abilities of the Norton Star people. The Sr System team won. Even while the Sr System side was speechless, the apuse and congrattions still rang out loudly. Was this really Wang Zheng? Was this the Wang Zheng that they knew? The team captain of the Sr System team? Pan Su was a famous celebrity from the IG, but he had been defeated by a shovel. Could you even believe it? "Damn, so Wang Zhengs Ability X was that rotating shovel. What was that?" Chi Muye numbly said. Bang... He got a p on the head. "You idiot, only your family would have such a stupid idea!" "Cousin, were rted, alright!" Chi Muye resentfully said. However, Huang Shi was already distracted by that scene. That was a true expert, and the pure oppressive strength of that technique was simply telling the opponent that they would never achieve a victory against it. Within the entire IGpetition, the number of people that had such a level of skill without using their Ability X was less than ten. Amazingly, one of them had appeared in the Sr System team! Weve struck gold this time! When Pan Su was lifted out, he had already fainted. This clearly showed the strength of the collision, and even the energy shields were useless. Even if they hadnt been sted apart, the recoil would have severely injured the pilot. This type of offensive power was clear to everyone. However, the opponent was from the Norton Star, and they were famous for their resilient physique! Wang Zheng walked out, and at this point, the crowd erupted in cheers. This was an absolutely wless ending. Zhang Shan strode over. "Damn, Wang Zheng, when did you learn Skeletons signature move? So you do y CT after all!" Wang Zheng smiled a little. "Not at all." Zhang Shan was speechless. A question remained in his mind, and it bothered him for the rest of the day. Lears eyes were filled withplex emotions. All along, he had felt that something did not seem right. However, never would he have thought that both his shes in CT were with the same person he was with right now. The attitude that the Sr System team had towards Wang Zheng was a little more unique. Although Wang Zheng had miraculously piloted the Antean mech during the final pirate test, the tests were not useful at all in the end. The doctors had thought that it couldve been an unconscious and abnormal activation of his Ability X. While it couldve been awakened randomly, there was a chance that it could never be used in the future. This caused the majority to not have seen Wang Zhengs true potential. This had caused everyone to think that within the Sr System team, Achilles was the strongest. Tyrant Su was cheering the loudest. Although he was not able to approach the contestants area, the jubtion on his face was evident. Si Jiali and Bi Yuyan were dumbfounded. Never in their dreams would they have imagined such a result. Looking at the expression on Wang Zhengs face, it seemed to be a simple matter for him. "Im afraid we need to let Landry and the rest see this." "Im afraid they wont be interested at the moment because they are still finding out the results from the rest of the battlefields." For the third match, Raston was up. However, while he was initially thought to be able to destroy his opponent, he was instead beaten by the Norton Star, and had even sustained some injuries. Rastons style was actually very simr to the Norton Stars, but their techniques and basic strength far exceeded his. With such momentum, it was expected that they would win three to zero. However, the team leader was able to counterattack even whilst being injured. This was the determination of the Norton Star. They were willing to stand and die, and refused toy down and lose. For the fourth match, the Sr System team sent out Taros. Taros indeed lived up to his expectations, but he was defeated by the Norton Star. His speed against their stability left him with no opportunity to attack, and under the continuous consumption of energy, he was defeated in the end. The Norton Stars understanding ofbat tactics was indeed rather good. Who would have thought that after the first two contested fights, what followed were two losses back to back? Gu Te and the rest were truly anxious, but the Sr System teams main members were still standing by patiently. Lear and Achilles were evidently aware that Wang Zheng was simply training his troops, telling them thatbat was not a simple affair. In fact, his choice of personnel and arrangements were done after much deliberation. For these types of fights, Luo Fei was a wildcard. There were many others that were more suitable than Taros to challenge these opponents. Furthermore, the IG was not filled with rookies, and thus not just anyone couldpete effectively. For the fifth battle, both sides stood on the cliffs edge. "Lie Xin, Ill hand it over to you," Wang Zheng said. Lie Xin stood up, and everybody staggered a little. This was simply ying with fire. Shouldnt you let Lear or Achilles fight at such a stage? Lie Xin smiled. "Wang Zheng, I wasnt aware you were so manly. How brave of you." Others may not know, but Lie Xin understood. This was Wang Zhengs trust in her, and he had full confidence in the greater picture. Against the current strength of the Norton Star, Lie Xin was truly confident. In the end, Lie Xin stunned the crowd by annihting the opponent with a ming sword. These fire techniques were not something that their energy shields could handle. This was not her using her Ability X either. Additionally, by winning with these techniques, it was clear that her control over her abilities had gotten even stronger. The Sr System team won three to two and advanced to the third round. This battle truly shocked everyone, but the team was able to breathe a sigh of relief. Although it was still a victory, the impact it had was absolutely different. Everyone was starting to understand how strong the Sr System team was. The news of the victory reached Ares College, and once again it raised amotion. This piece of news may not be significant to everyone else, but for Earth, this had always been a huge fantasy for them. When Old Deer found out that Skeleton was the Sr System teams captain, he was shocked, surprised that he was a student from a military school. Within a short while, everyone was curious regarding the situation with the IG. How had the team achieved such a result? Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun only celebrated for a moment, but they decided that they would give Wang Zheng a beating for hiding it for that long. Yan Xiaosu downloaded and sent thebat records back. Although the quality was slightly poor, the situation in the IGpetition and the fight itself were absolutely different. With that kind of explosive strength, especially after seeing how the opponent was being carried out in tatters, Solon was confident that it would be shown across the entire Sr System. At any rate, there were no restrictions on sharing the match results. In fact, it was amon strategy to showcase the abilities of CT. Regardless of whether one was a yer, when they saw how the Hercules smash his shovel down, there was only a single feeling in their hearts! This was the feeling of being invincible! It turns out that not everything in CT was an illusion, and dreams could be real! Chapter 360: Momentum Chapter 360: Momentum Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Although the Sun God was famous within his circle, other yers did not care. All they recognized was Skeleton, and they were even more fervent after the IGpetition. However, there was no direct broadcast, and most of them could only watch the recordings. This was indeed using real knives and guns, and viewing it had an age restriction of 14 years and above. Ares College became famous overnight, and even Gu Te had never imagined that the IGpetition would have such an effect. More importantly, this had captured the hearts of all the people on Earth. After being suppressed for so long, the desire hidden within their hearts had reignited. This was a celebration to rise up! Ares College immediately jumped to the top of the rankings on Earth, surpassing otherbined universities and specialized universities in the Sr System, which was an unprecedented event. Except the guys who were preparing forbat were not aware of this. After winning the second round, the third round began shortly after. The first bout had three continuous matches, and the opponents of the Sr System team was the Hurricane team, who had defeated the Immortal Barbarian team. They were indeed the rising stars of the IGpetition. As the battles continued, they got harder and harder, with this bout being a major hurdle. Only after this would they obtain precious time to rest. The opponents basic information had been sent over. The leader of the Hurricane team was called Li Dongyang, who was a strong Ability X user. Simr to the Sr System team, the team had relied on thebination of Ability X to win all the way thus far. With equal opponents, the crux was on the strength of their respective Ability Xs in order to obtain an advantage. For thispetition, it was obvious that the number of spectators had more than doubled. After all, the Sr System team was not unknown, and others were keen to observe if they had indeed be stronger or had simply relied on their luck to pass the first two rounds. After all, the second round was a close shave. After losing a match, Taros remained silent. Him and Raston had both sustained some slight injuries. After watching Zhang Shan and the rest win with their matches ease, they had never thought that they would lose when they were up. In truth, individual abilities had nothing to do with fame. Moreover, Wang Zheng had it right. It was still necessary to pay attention to tactics, especially when the opponent was not a weakling. The Hurricane was a with a high chance of Ability X urring, and it stemmed mainly from the unique characteristics of their. The first time a human explorer saw the, he was shocked by its beauty. It had what looked a little like Saturns rings, but it was surrounded by a double ring simr to a rainbow. The environment was very simr to the Earths. It had abundant biological and botanical resources, but it did not produce highly-civilized creatures. (Of course, there were rumors that there were indigenous civilizations, but it was likely that they had been eliminated.) Humanity had quickly conquered the and became the main species, and the residents of this were very clever. Their innate gene score was much higher, perhaps due to the fact that thes strength was abundant and nourishing. Within the current Milky Way Alliance, they were an important asset. However, despite their intelligence, the humans on the were ratherzy; they preferred to take the easier path. As a result, their military strength was not well developed, and their mecha lost to those of others. However, in recent years, the Hurricane had attempted to change this situation and increased their national strength, achieving the power of arge nation. The IGpetition was a time for them to showcase their might. When the gene scores of the people were higher, there was a higher probability for Ability Xs to appear. Gu Te and the others had already calmed down. Their aim had been aplished, but watching the performance of the students, they couldnt help but dream a little bigger. Could they enter the mainpetition? If they could enter the mainpetition, it would be a significant breakthrough. His whole life would beplete. What more could he wish for as a principal? There was a lot of discussion in the venue. "Si Jiali, you should really consider Wang Zheng as a partner. Both of you have the same interests, and he is so handsome too, just like our Anian men." Bi Yuyans gossipy nature had once again surfaced. "Look at that short-haired fellow who keeps turning back to peek; seems like he is quite interested in you." "Who?" "The one sitting beside Ye Zisu," Si Jiali said. "No way, that shorty? Impossible!" Bi Yuyan eximed. "Perhaps his family has great connections. That has to be the case if he is able to be so familiar with Zisu." "Oh, that makes sense. Well, since Im also single at the moment, a change of taste might be interesting." While saying that, Bi Yuyan strode over. Si Jiali could only shake her head in exasperation and followed behind, thinking that Bi Yuyan was the only one who dared to do whatever she wanted. On the stage, the teams had already assembled. The members of the Hurricane team were all wearing silver uniforms that were sparkling under the light, and their eyes filled with confidence and pride. In fact, the Hurricane was the newest that was the closest to Earth, and was said to be much more beautiful than Earth. This had caused their people to possess a natural sense of superiority. For them, as long as they wanted something, they would be able to seed easily. The goal of the Hurricane was to reach at least the semi-finals. The start of the match was officially dered. Li Dongyang turned around and walked back to his ce, not bothering with Wang Zheng. This caused Wang Zheng, who had been walking towards him, to stand there stupidly. Despite this, Wang Zheng simply smiled and did not take it to heart. Achilles took the initiative and asked, "Wang Zheng, how should we proceed with the first round?" Achilles was not Taros, so his forward questioning had to have a hidden meaning. It was understood from their intelligence that the leading team member of the Hurricane team, Robert Han, had a space-rted Ability X simr to that of Zhang Shan. The difference was that while Zhang Shans was stationary, his ability could distort space, allowing the mech to move within that space. This distortion would not cause physical harm, but it would interfere with the pilots rhythm, giving rise to a sudden feeling of weightlessness. Once the pilot was under such an effect, they would be easily defeated, especially since Ability Xs of this type were had to predict. Regardless of the attitude of the Hurricane team, their strength was indeed real, yet it was obvious the Sr System team had no intentions of stopping at this round. Wang Zheng nodded. "First match, Achilles!" Being the strongest from the Sr System, Achilles was the only person that was known outside of the Sr System, and he was also the most popr. It was likely that he was the only one that wasparable to their opponents in fame. Achilles strode on to the stage, while Li Dongyang let a member of his team who had already sat down go up once again. "Robert Han, get up. Achilles is the Sr System teams strongest member. Defeat him, and the rest of them will be easy. Be careful, his Ability X is some kind of force field." Robert Han looked like he was 16 or 17 years old. He stood up and smiled a bit. "Captain, please rest assured; you dont need to be too stressed over the Sr System. I also want to try to battle the farmer who likes to y with his spade. Haha, you guys are lucky indeed." His voice had not been blocked, so even the members of the Sr System team far away had heard it clearly. In his eyes, the shovel was simply a joke that could be destroyed with a single ability. It was a pity that this opportunity would be given to the others. However, beating the team captain of the Sr System team would still be rather interesting. To tell the truth, ever since they arrived on An, the Sr System seemed to be despised no matter where they went. However, as the Sr System was the origin of humankind, it was one of the stigmas they had to bear. But with insufficient strength, the meaning of it was only a burden. If they were from a different federation, not a single person would have bothered with them. Sure enough, as soon as he took the stage, the opponent did not even bother to shake hands. Despite having a better temperament than most, Achilles had experienced something he had never felt before C being ignored. He was Achilles! The great heavenly sessor! The whole Milky Way Alliance, and even the entire universe, originated from the Sr System. This great civilization, starting from the core, would be dominated by the Sr System! Chapter 361: Naturally Arrogant Chapter 361: Naturally Arrogant Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The battle was about to begin, but another audience member had just entered. Unexpectedly, it turned out to be the Ans old mech instructor, Old Ghost, together with Indigo. "So what Instructor said was true; they are indeed strong! Since they are already on the third match, I must watch this!" Old Ghost immediately rushed towards Wang Zheng. Although Ans IG team was not under his jurisdiction, as a senior instructor, he was also considered to be part of the instructors group. Both Achilles and Robert Han on the stage were not affected in the slightest, and each of them began choosing their own mech. Achilles C Moonlit Knight, a mobile mech that had decent performance on the moon. Robert Han C Hurricane Razor, a specialized assassin type mobile fighter from the Hurricane. It was obvious that it was a suitable fit for his Ability X, and it was equipped with minimal defense, with the sole aim of destroying the opponent as quickly as possible. Achilles was operating his familiar Moonlit Knight, while the opponents Hurricane Razor made its dazzling debut, indicating that in this IGpetition, there was nock of individuals that were willing to show off. The Hurricane Razor pointed at the Moonlit Knight and switched on hisms. "One minute will be enough to defeat you!" Achilles faced his adversarys provocation directly during the pre-war derations, but his face slowly reflected a smile. The audience on the Moon began to feel a little irritated. Although Achilles was not the captain, he was still the strongest in their minds. He was able to not only lead the Moon to victory, but could even spearhead the recovery of the Sr System. However, he was only the pride of the citizens of the Moon. Once outside of the Sr System, no one would be concerned with him. Even though the Hurricane was more famous than the Moon, the Milky Way Alliance was still expanding up till today, and they were still brimming with nationalistic pride and confidence. Everyone wanted to be the leader of the Milky Way Alliance. The beam saber had been activated, yet Achilles was patiently waiting for his opponent. Robert Hans Hurricane Razor had rushed forward, his sprinting direction changing constantly, with false steps and feints, as if telling his opponents that long range attacks would be useless and that he should simply wait to be killed. In IGpetitions, it was not umon to see such a participant who liked to show off. Of course, Robert Han was confident in killing his opponent in an instant. Within ten seconds, the Hurricane Razor was within striking distance. His beam saber charged out at full strength, and at the same moment, his Ability X exploded outward. It was a typical finishing move that would deal a deadly blow with the help of his Ability X. Within a radius of five meters, with the Moonlit Knight at the center, space appeared to be distorted. Any movement from the pilot would be greatly hampered unless they had a tracking type Ability X! Since Achilles was willing to step forward, he must have believed that his abilities would be able to target the opponent. However... he still had to hit his opponent to win. Despite this, there were no signs of fluctuations of Achilles Ability X. Boom... The beam saber was deflected, but Achilles had simply blocked the attack in an extremely awkward manner. Under the effects of the distortion, even the direction of the attacks would be misread. However, Achilles had sessfully managed to block Roberts Han first attack. Robert Hans distortion ability could be maintained for 12 seconds, which was a long time during a battle. Despite being under a fierce assault, Achilles was able to withstand everything for the whole 12 seconds. Boom... Robert Hans Hurricane Razor was repelled, and the distorted space returned to normal. At this moment, Achilles Moonlit Knight started its assault. Robert Han hastily retreated, flustered by the sudden change. He had never dreamed that someone would be able to pinpoint his location within the distortion field! Whoosh... The beam saber drew an arc through the air. Although Robert Han had raised his shield and tried to counterattack, the Moonlit Knight had mysteriously disappeared. Tatatata.... As a scout type mech, the Moonlit Knight executed its signature move, an attack from all directions! Boom, boom, boom... The energy shield burst apart, followed closely by a beam saber slicing through the air. Achilles Moonlit Knight glided to a stop. While switching his engines off, he had already sheathed his de. Arge sh was seen on the chest of Hurricane Razor, which promptly exploded. Achilles WIN. Milo and the others immediately stood up and cheered. They had finally seen the first victory of Achilles, which was the first appearance of the Sun God in the IGpetition. A wless victory, and it was done without his Ability X. "When hes within the dislocation space, the pilot is required to have the ability to adapt, as well as react quickly to the opponent. Achilles, he is a person to watch out for!" Huang Shi drew a circle around his name. As he was a senior military personnel, he was not surprised by Achilles victory. In the history of IGpletions, those who prematurely exposed their abilities had all thought that they could dominate the field with them. However, it was impossible to clear all the stages simply by relying on those abilities, and they could be considered to be rather naive. Including the Sr System team with Zhang Shan and the rest, it was possible to acquire a surprise victory. However, once their abilities had been exposed, it would no longer be possible to attain an easy victory. It was still ideal to rely on ones own strength instead. Zhang Runans skills were not too bad, but she couldnt be considered to be top notch. Originally, it was thought that only Wang Zheng would be able to shock others, but it seemed like there was another one in the Sr System team. Achilles had been hailed as a figure that would allow the Sr System to rise once again. Of course, the Sr System Federation woulde up with such a person every once in a while, and it had been shown through history that every one of them had seeded. Only this time, it was slightly different. Despite being the winner of the bout, Achilles still remained calm, with a gentle smile on his face. However, theughter only emanated from his side of the battlefield. The Hurricane team were unable to rejoice, as they had never thought they would be defeated in such a manner. Achilles must have undergone specialized training in order to ovee Robert Hans distortion field. Zhang Shanughed and asked, "Achilles, were you already aware that they would dispatch him for the match, and specifically countered him?" Achilles simply smiled and shook his head. "Zhang Shan, hes the King of the Moon; do you think that he would go to such lengths for such a small fry?" Masasi remarked in exasperation. Within the Sr System, Wang Zheng was not the only expert, especially when it was only at the level of the IGpletion. For this trial run, Achilles simply wanted to do a warm up, as well as to announce his existence to the rest of the opponents. After the match, numerous Anian students were fervently discussing the oue, not having expected that the Sr System had participants of such caliber. However, the Anian people preferred to simply watch these two elite teams who believed that they were the true elites, which made for an interesting show. After losing a match, Li Dongyangs face sank, but it was an oue that they had expected. After all, Achilles was the strongest within the Sr System Federation. Despite that, the exchange of information could still be considered a sess. With such great adaptability, speed, and performance at maneuvering the Moonlit Knight, it was not something that the Hurricane Razor could match up to. Achilles was quietly revealing a part of his hand, yet it was not the time for him to slowly appreciate his skills. The second round was about to start, and it was the Hurricane teams turn to pick their participants. Li Dongyang pondered for a moment. "Jiang Chen, youre up!" "Yes, Captain!" Jiang Chen stood up, seemingly unaffected by Achilles previous performance. The Hurricane team knew that the captain was still feeling the pressure from the previous round. Jiang Chen was the secret weapon of the Hurricane team, and he was originally intended to be used only at the critical moments of thepetition. However, it was evident that the team was unable to bear the defeat after watching the performance of the Sr System. They had to win the second match. Compared to the seriousness of the Hurricane teams members, the Sr System team remained calm. After a few rounds, both Raston and Taros were defeated, but Wang Zheng, Achilles, and Lie Xin were victorious. However, there was one more person in the team that could not be overlooked. To be precise, the others within the group believed that he was a poisonous viper. Compared to him, Taros was at best a rabid dog. Lear stood up and looked towards Wang Zheng. "May I have this match?" Although Wang Zheng was the team captain, the members of the team all had headstrong personalities. However, both Achilles and Lear were capable of understanding the situation, unlike Taros, who was simply reckless. Wang Zheng smiled slightly and nodded. Both he and Achilles exchanged nces. It was finally Lears turn to act. Surprisingly, Lear also had times where he couldnt hold himself back. No matter how high his tolerance was, he was fundamentally still a youngster. It was impossible for anyone to remain uninterested after watching match after match. Additionally, for these types ofpetitions, it was not ideal to simply remain hidden. If one was afraid of exposure, it could only mean that ones abilities were insufficient. Evidently, Lear was not such a person. It was time to start. Lear walked up and absolutely ignored the opposing team, his pride far above that of the Hurricane team. The Hurricane team immediately flipped their lid. They could ignore others, but they were unable to tolerate the tant disregard of a mere Earthling. With his head held high, his gaze on them was akin to looking at pebbles on the side of the road. Without a doubt, Lear was unmatched when it came to disying his arrogance. He simply had the inborn talent of viewing everyone else as insignificant. Lear had casually chosen the Bata Type V for the match. This type of frivolity, as well as having chosen the Bata, the most basic type of mech from Earth, had thoroughly angered the members of the Hurricane team, with them immediately raising a fuss. It was simply intolerable to be underestimated by Earth! "Jian Chen, go teach him a lesson!" Li Dongyang solemnly said. Winning or losing was simply secondary; their pride was more important. This guy had no one in his eyes. What kind of a joke was this? He was simply just some Earthling trash! From the start till the end, Lear paid them no attention. Needless to say, his skill in irritating others was at the level that he was able to anger them to death without even speaking a single word. "Look at that, the attitude from Lear is typical of Earthlings. Its as if they are still the rulers of the gxy." "Haha, we probably have to trace his arrogance back to more than a thousand years ago. Who knows?" "Earthlings sure are funny. Its as though they think theyre princes of Antis with that arrogance." "If you look closely, this kid seems to be the mostposed amongst the Sr System team, not unlike an expert." Huang Shi drew a circle around Lears name. In fact, he did not believe that Lear was faking his strength. Within the group, there were experts such as Wang Zheng and Achilles, yet he could still remain arrogant. It was likely that he certainly possessed some skill. On the other hand, Jiang Chen was the Hurricanes team bestbatant. Jiang Chen chose to remain with the Hurricane Razor. On one hand, he wanted to prove the strength of the mech. On the other, the opponent had chosen the Bata mech. Even though he was not clear on the situation back on Earth, he was aware that even this mech was ted to be phased out by Earths military. Both the mecha had appeared, yet the Bata fighter simply quietly stood there, not even switching on the engine. Was this a provocation? Boom... The Hurricane Razor exploded out, brandishing his beam saber. At the same time, a whirlwind was visible on the outside of the mech. The members of the Hurricane team had confident smiles on their faces, knowing that Jiang Chen was able to use the assassin ss mech to the extreme limits. The opponents mech had been activated and Ability Xs had beenunched. The air itself seemed as if it was being manipted. However, there seemed to be a problem with the opponents Bata... Chapter 362: The Unknown Chapter 362: The Unknown Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Was it a trap? No! It was simply contempt! If one wanted to thoroughly disregard thepetition, shouldnt there be a proper ce and time? Did he really think that he was a tyrant king who could make the opponent submit once he stood in front of him? "This is not Earth. If you want to show off, go back there!" Jiang Chen was absolutely enraged. Disregarding the fact that he was using an obsolete mech such as the Bata fighter against an opponent who had already activated his Ability X, he was still refusing to start up his mech, with the engines still remaining silent. This was especially because he had chosen the Hurricane Razor, which allowed him to fully disy his strength. Carefully, he activated his Ability X and moved forward. What type of person did everyone hate the most? Of course, the type of person who remained aloof and careless when you tried your best and put in a hundred percent of your strength, as if you were less than a fly! Before, Lear was just standing there, not even saying a single word. Needless to say, anyone who saw that sight would not be pleased, except they couldnt imagine that once the match started, the ridicule would get even worse. Roar! Jiang Chens eyes were zing with anger. Under his will, his Ability X increased in intensity, causing the surrounding air to spin even faster. "Ah, that guy totally deserves it. Jiang Chen has fully activated his ability, andpared to his practice runs, it is even faster by 1.3 seconds." Among the Hurricane team, the person in charge of information statistics smiled. There was a light screen in front of his body, with the numbers gliding down from above like flowing water. The first string of numbers had special significance. This was a specialty of the Hurricane. Behind the hurricane=like lethality of theirbat style were perfect analysis systems, which not only included the analysis of their opponents, but more importantly, the analysis of their own team. The idea was to manage what they were able to control to the best of their abilities, and then exceed that in order to be invincible! They did indeed possess this confidence. "The Hurricane Razor is almost tailor-made for Jiang Chen. Once his Ability X isunched, there will only be one result for the opponent." Li Donyang coldly smiled, extremely satisfied with Jiang Chens performance so far. It was simply unthinkable that Lear had not even started up the engine of his mech. Well, even a tiger would use its full strength to hunt a rabbit. Jiang Chen was absolutely serious this time and was giving it his all. Additionally, he was at the boundary of a breakthrough, and his current state was unmatched. Heh, even if Lear wasnt acting tough, against Jiang Chen at his best, there was no hope of victory. Looking at the stage... Huang Shis eyes went wide and he said to himself, "This Lear is still acting? He still hasnt started his engine? The distance is getting shorter! Additionally, this Jiang Chens ability... its not wind, its the air itself! He is able to control the flow of air. This is an extremely powerful Ability X that is able to increase his own speed, reduce the enemys vision and movement, or even interfere with their vision." Hey, hey, this situation simply felt like Lear had given up. The mech hadnt even started up, essentially allowing the opponent to kill him at will. The distance between the two mecha gradually became smaller, and then Jiang Chen suddenly elerated. 50 meters... 30 meters... Boom! At this moment, a number of dragons could be seen with the naked eye. Although the air itself was not visible, the grains of sands that had been sucked up clearly were. Under normal circumstances, if the attack was visible, it could be defended against. However, Jiang Chens ability obviously had no such loopholes. The dust and tornadoes that were stirred up were obviously visual obstacles that were intended to attract the attention of the enemy. The real killer blow was to hide within the invisibility, utilizing the assassin type nature of the Hurricane Razor mech. Within this abnormal air flow, it shot forward like an arrow, violently heading towards Lear! The Bata Type V still remained motionless as ever. At the Sr System teams preparation area, Wang Zheng, Achilles, and the others were all sitting calmly on the sidelines. Zhang Shan started getting anxious. "Damn, isnt Lear acting out too much? Fatty, whats your boss up to?" Luo Fei secretly smiled. "You want to know?" "Just say it straight, unless even you dont know the answer." Zhang Shan had simply gotten familiar with Luo Feis personality. However, even if Lear was looking down on thepetition, intentionally throwing the match was absolutely impossible. Lear would never allow himself to be humiliated, especially when he was attempting to embarrass the opponent. Under these circumstances, the Bata had still not been activated. Zhang Shang was rather familiar with the mech itself, and he knew that it had a rtively slow startup speed, while the opponent was using a high speed assassin mech. Lear was simply ying with fire. "Heh, with such an attitude, Im not going to tell you." Luo Fei blinked his eyes innocently, seemingly unworried about the match. The distance between the two mecha, 10 meters! "Its about to reach the range limit! Five meters. As long as he is able to close the gap of five meters, the Hurricane Razor will be able to strike a killing blow! This entire battlefield is under the control of the Hurricane Razor, yet Lear is still not moving? If he has a n to show off, shouldnt he begin it now?" In the Hurricane teams preparation area, the data analysis and collection personnel smiled. Although others had thought that five meters was the maximum range of the Hurricane Razor, Jiang Chens Ability X of air maniption could deliver a killing blow, or at the very least seriously wound the opponent even at ten meters. Just as Li Dongyang was about to nod, he was interrupted by the quiet noise of an engine starting up from within the battlefield. "Its started up..." The information-gathering staff of the Hurricane were able to capture this little detail. However, what was the use of that? It was already toote... Jiang Chens Hurricane Razor was already in position! His Ability X of air maniption had been activated, the killing blow was initiated, and the relentless wind had begunshing out at the Bata. Jiang Chens blood was boiling as he surged forward! He was at the limit of his concentration, showcasing all of his skills, and without a single shred of carelessness. Now was the time for payback. Go to hell, Earthling! Do you still think that Earth has any status within the Milky Way Alliance? Boom!!! The Hurricane Razor let out a roar, and Jiang Chen revealed his strongest ws. And... And... Lear finally acted??? At this moment. Jiang Chens mech let out a horrifying sound. As if it had tripped over a rock, the Hurricane Razor stumbled at the peak of its momentum, its bodynding right in front of Batas feet. ... not moving a single inch. From the start till the end, the Bata Type V had not moved at all, and the engine had simply activated for a short moment. However, other than merely starting the engine, there were no other movements. How could it have affected Jian Chen, who had reached the peak of his performance so far? Wooong... Wooong... Suddenly, the shrill buzzing siren sounded from the cockpit of the Hurricane Razor! "This..." The emergency alert of the pilots life support system had activated! Lear WIN! The final result popped up on the screen. The audience was absolutely silent. It was clear that Lear was using some sort of Ability X, but what kind of power was it? And why was itpletely undetectable? While everyone was surprised by the result, Lear casually walked out from within the mech as if he had not been through the previous battle. At this time, Luo Fei ran up to him and passed him a bottle of mineral water. Lear calmly twisted the cap and drank a small mouthful,pletely at ease with his performance. After Lear finished the water, Luo Fei hurriedly collected the bottle. At this moment, Lear turned his head over to the Hurricane team and swept his gaze across them.... His natural arrogance had once again surfaced. Only this time, everyone was silent. This was Lear from the Sr System team. Luo Fei quickly motioned Lear to have a seat. It was simply difficult to imagine that this Luo Fei was not only an official IG participant, he was also able to achieve a victory. Didnt he have any pride? Why was he fawning up to another team member? The prideful Hurricane team had suddenly been driven to desperation. With the score two to zero, would they ultimately dance to the tune of the Sr System team? Chapter 363: Solo Chapter 363: Solo Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Two to zero. The Sr System team had easily achieved match point. While on the Hurricane teams side, they were in a state of crisis. Jiang Chen had been found unconscious and was sent to the emergency room. The diagnosis revealed that he had fainted due to fatigue, and he had no wounds on his body. Perhaps it was due to the overuse of his Ability X? "There were definitely fluctuations in the usage of his Ability X." The Hurricanes information-gathering analysts swore that that was the truth. "Right now, these things are not important. We have to win the following matches," Li Dongyang coldly stated. This was not the time to debate such matters; they had to focus on the uingpetition. Or else, if they lost here, he would be finished when he got back! This time, it was Sr System teams turn to send out the first participant. Li Dongyangs attention was all on Wang Zheng. Wang Zheng had already proven his strength with the Hercules. If Wang Zheng came up for the uing match, it would be necessary for him to participate too. Li Dongyang, together with his information collection and analysis personnel, had the most in-depth analysis of Wang Zheng. He had numerous predictions and theories, and was confident that he would be able to win. This was match point, so once he lost, it would be immediate elimination. Wang Zhengs eyes swept across the faces of the Sr System team, his eyes passing over Zhang Shan, who was pointing to himself eagerly, andnded on Masasi. Wang Zheng grinned at him. "Masasi, this round is yours." He was not randomly sending out his team members. Everyone had their own fighting characteristics. After the IG training camp, everybody had steadily progressed. This had to be reflected in the realpetition, and the team captain should be able to understand each yers condition. Each captains understanding of the IG was different; some liked to hide their strength, some wanted to remove their weak links, but for Wang Zheng, this was a dream, not for himself, but for everyone in the Sr System! Additionally, if they wanted to progress further, they had to allow everyone to develop their abilities, and only then would they be able to cut through the powerhouses in future round. The IG was not about ones individual strength, but a showcase of ones abilities in team battles. Even if one of them was strong, he would only be able to win his own bout. Hence, the team captains of the IG, on top of their own strength, also had to have leadership skills. Strength was easy to judge, but as for leadership... Masasi simply smiled in response to Wang Zhengs decision. Wang Zheng had yet again chosen another member from the Moon. However, Lear and Lie Xin couldnt help but frown. It was obvious that Wang Zheng could end it immediately, yet he had chosen to drag it out. Masasi, still smiling, nodded towards them. Without saying anything else, he entered the cockpit directly, choosing a mech for its familiarity and stability, the Moon Shadow Defender. This was a mech with an emphasis on defense and the basics, allowing the pilot to convert his foundational skills into strength. At the preparation area on the other side, Li Dongyang was ecstatic. The opponent had sent out a team member who had never participated before instead of Lie Xin or Wang Zheng! Without a doubt, a chance for the Hurricane team had arrived. Honestly, he was d not to risk his life fighting against Wang Zheng in the third round, as his chance of winning would only be fifty-fifty, yet now... "Dennis, take this match. Be more careful, dont allow the opponent to use a trump card." Li Dongyang passed down an order. Dennis was one of the three main forces of the Hurricane team, and he was Jiang Chens best friend. They were sworn brothers that hung out and got drunk together all the time. When Jiang Cheng was sent to the hospital, Dennis was infuriated, and an angry Dennis was definitely the top fighter amongst the members of the Hurricane team. Once he heard themand, Dennis immediately sprinted towards the cockpit and chose the advanced Hurricane Dragon mech. Its energy shield used a special energy transmission technology. Although it was not as defensive as other heavy mecha, it was still more resistant to damagepared to the average mech. The engine was also a newly developed model, the Wind Demon Type G, with a five-turbo transmission that allowed the Hurricane Dragon to have the flexibility to approach any assassin type mech with ease. It was a well-bnced mech with great offense, defense, and mobility, so there was nothing to be dissatisfied about. Masasis Moon Shadow Defender VS Dennis Hurricane Dragon! Match start. Both sides appeared within their starting zones. Masasi was very careful, and the Moon Shadow Defender tended to be defensive, matching with his character and abilities. Such abination usually gave his opponents headaches if they were unable to sessfully break his defense. Dennis was fully aware of the capabilities of the opposing mech. Although the Sr System was weak, the Moon has always attracted the attention of various countries. While others may not be too concerned about it, for the Hurricane, it was still worth learning and paying attention to. Now everyone was looking towards every team member of the Sr System Federation. After all, both Achilles and Lear were very powerful in the previous two rounds. What kind of surprise would this bring? Yet Dennis was still remaining arrogant, believing that he would be able to defend against the Moon Shadow Defender. "Seems that they are still looking down on us of the Hurricane. Obviously, they have not collected any intelligence regarding us. Wanting to defend against our attacks? Are they brain dead?" Dennis smirked and switched on themunicator to mock them directly. In fact, this was due to the aftereffects of Lears actions. No matter who the Sr System team sent out, or what mech they used, in the eyes of the Hurricane team, it was still filled with a sense of an insult. Bang! Moon Shadow Defender put up a defensive posture, a perfect angle for defending against the Hurricane Dragon. "Thats rather interesting, but its a pity youre facing me. Im the most experienced Hurricane Dragon mech pilot within our Hurricane. This is a mech that gathered the collective wisdom of our Hurricanes countless designers. Its not something that your mech, which was created by only one or two engineers, can match up to. Dennis continued to ridicule the opponent in public. Masasi frowned and changed his position, continuously searching for an angle of attack. This guy was full of crap. Was he trying to distract the opponent? It was a pity that it did not work on him. At the Hurricane teams preparation area. Hearing Dennis spout all sorts of nonsense, Li Dongyang smiled and took a deep breath. "Im going to warm up, and Ill go next." This was a definite win. In the next match, it would be their turn to send their members first. Regardless of who the Sr System sent out, he had to be on the floor and tie the score at 2-2. In the final match, perhaps Wang Zheng would participate. Even if he as the team captain was not able to face Wang Zheng, they had prepared a nice surprise to match against him. Originally, he was not supposed to be participating in this round. "Captain? Youre not watching this match?" one of the benched members asked. Even if he wanted to warm up, thepetition still had not ended. Li Dongyang smiled and reached out to pat him on the shoulder. "You probably havent seen Dennis state when he starts talking nonsense. Back at home, those who were able to cause him to talk nonsense were not many in number. Other than me, theres only... Ah, theres not much time left, it will be my turn soon." Li Dongyang turned around, headed directly to the practice area, and started his warm up. He was extremely serious, and he wanted to let the people of the Sr System know that their era had long since faded. Arbiter, An... these superpowers, watch closely. They were not the only ones at the front. The Hurricane was rising strongly. Whether it was in mecha technology or development, they would not lose to anyone! This was the determination and confidence of Li Dongyang as the leader of the Hurricane team in the IGpetition. However, the substitute team members were still staring at him in confusion. What did he mean by not much time left? This roundhad only just begun, and the opponent was using the Moon Shadow Defender, which excelled at defending. The Moons mecha were still considered decent, and even if the Hurricane Dragon mech would win, it would definitely still take some time. Boom... Hurricane Dragon started his assault, not having the patience to look for the defensive gaps of the Moon Shadow Defender. While muttering insults on the publicms, he charged directly forward, showcasing the Hurricane Dragons assault abilities. Masasi faintly smiled as such an attack by the opponent suited him just fine. This was exactly the situation that he was most capable of dealing with. That fact that he chose the Moon Shadow Defender meant that he had full confidence in himself, and he waspletely familiar with its defensive abilities. The opponent was still talking about how the Hurricane Dragon was the peak of their technology, but the Moon Shadow Defender also represented the pinnacle of the Moons research. In his hands, this would represent the undeniable proof of the Moons achievements! Frontal assault? Then prepare to suffer some pain! Boom!!! Under the direct charge, the two mecha were like two bulls fiercely colliding, wrestling with each other for dominance. Crack! In an instant, the two sides crossed blows and separated, moving and changing their positions. At this moment, Masasis eyes grew serious. He understood the opponents strength. In the eyes of outsiders, he might have just had a brief collision. But in reality, throughout the duration of the collision, the Hurricane Dragon had made eleven separate attacks. The movements were extremely small and hidden, and they were executed with surprising speed. However, now was when Masasi was at the peak of his performance, so no matter how strong the opponent, he would never lose! Masasi had absolute confidence. As long as he continued to maintain this state, he would never lose. Without breaking his defense, the Moon Shadow Defender would continue to hold, and he would show the wisdom of the Moon in this match. Out of the Eight Stars of the Moon, he was the only one left after all the rest were eliminated... It was cruel, but there was no choice as the results spoke for themselves. The Moons natural arrogance allowed them to suffer in silence in the face of any agony, and to even remain smiling. This was the style of the Moon. However... Was it painful? Yes! And all of these burdens were carried solely by him. After the IG training camp, the group from the Moon had disbanded. Originally, other than Achilles and him, all of them had to live their own lives. As none of them were consideredmon citizens, they were all busy every day. And as the heirs of various families, all of them had to undergo intensive training. However, during the daily practice, there was a small difference. Everyone had shown him their hidden abilities and their secrets, allowing him to practice intensely, all in order to defeat the enemy. Hence, for this match, for his first appearance, he had to win! Masasi inhaled deeply, Roar... This time, the opponents attack waspletely different from his previous style. It was no longer a series of small attacks, but a massive bombardment. A titanium deshed out, sweeping through the air whilst rotating endlessly. Extremely strong, and with swift movements! There were also Ability X fluctuationsing from it! The opponents ability was rather simr to Pi Xiaoxius, able to control the battlefield with a type of mental assault, allowing him to direct the flow of the match. Chapter 364: Team? Chapter 364: Team? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Masasi was still smiling. Although the fierce vibrations transmitted by the mech had obviously affected his state of mind.... Milo, Dong Xiaosa, Pi Xiaoxiu... One by one, their faces floated in front of Masasi. He had no idea if they were watching this match from the Sr System. Roar~~~ The ability to control the momentum of the battlefield was indeed strong, but that was simply it. Everyone had neglected a single point: inbat, if there was offense, there would also be defense. If there was a rhythm for attacking, there would also be one for defending against such attacks. Masasi was like a mountain. No matter how many attacks were made by the Hurricane Dragon, he remained motionless. On thems, the opponent was still bbering away. Hurricane so and so, their designing time, theck of any barriers, the intelligence of the group when gathered for a single purpose, unlike other ces, just for the benefit of an individual, they had conflicted with each other... The more nonsense he spoke, the stronger the attacks. However, Masasi could still withstand the assault, and then... He would counter attack! Masasi deflected one of his opponents attacks and thrust his de forward for his first attack. After the Hurricane Dragon had made at least 50 moves, the Moon Shadow Guardian finally made its first! Sparks flew! Boom... Just like a bolt of lightning. Masasis Ability X imbued his attacks with electricity that could inflict a certain degree of paralysis. However, this lethal attack had missed... After narrowly missing the cockpit of the Hurricane Dragon, the electricity did not result in any substantial harm, even though it had prated the opponent. Suddenly... If the de had just been a little faster, it would have sliced through the Hurricane Dragons cockpit. At the same time, Dennis chatter had vanished from thems for the first time. It was extremely quiet. At this moment, Masasi seemed to have felt something. In the Hurricanes preparation area... Captain Li Dongyang had finished his warm up and walked back from the warm up area. Although the fighting had not ended, the substitute member from before was looking back at him. "Captain, just now..." "Theres no sound." "Huh?" "Denniss nonsense, it has stopped." "What?" Boom!!! At this moment. An explosion rose from the battlefield! The Hurricane Dragon that had avoided the attacks was like an enraged dragon, slicing right into the cockpit of the Moon Shadow Guardian, executing a direct assault. Masasi was unable to defend. Both of the mechs limbs had been twisted away by the Hurricane Dragon. With such a powerful force, he simply had no time to react. This had no fancy techniques involved, only pure power. You may be hardworking, but in this world, there are others who are even more hardworking than you! The mech exploded! Crack... The Sr System team rushed over and opened up the cockpit . Masasis face was pale, and he copsed onto the group, both his shoulders still trembling. He had lost just when he thought he had secured the victory! Milo, Pi Xiaoxiu... once again, their faces surfaced in his mind. Only this time, all of them had disappointed expressions on their faces. At this moment, a single hand stretched out towards him, held him up, and stopped him from shaking. It was Wang Zheng. "Im sorry, Ive lost." Masasi also did not know what else to say. He had lost such a crucial round. Wang Zheng patted Masasi. "Rest for a while. Victory and defeat are normal things. Leave the rest to us." The atmosphere tensed up immediately, and the good mood was gone. However, the Sr System Federation still had the advantage. They just had to win the next round! The captain of the Hurricane team was on his way up, trying to equalize the score. All eyes were on Wang Zheng. Would he send someone out, or would hee out himself? Wang Zheng smiled a little, looking at Lie Guang, who waszily resting on the benches. "Lie Guang, its your turn now." "Me? No problem. Interesting. Two to one, this is an opportunity to deal the decisive blow. I wont miss it." The listless Lie Guang immediately perked up. Lie Xin furrowed her brows. Wang Zhengs judgment abilities.... If they sent Lie Guang up at this moment, his abilities would definitely not match up to the opponent; at best they could be considered equals. Although it was not a bad choice, the mistake that was caused by thest match would, in fact, cause Lie Guang to be under a lot of pressure. "Seems like the captain of the Sr System team isnt confident. He is unexpectedly avoiding a confrontation..." "Do you really expect the people from Earth to be brave?" "Dont say that. They might have a trump card. This Lie Guang seems to be part of the Lie family from Mars, so perhaps hes their ace." Li Dongyang chose the Hurricane Razor mech. In this match, it was the third appearance of this particr mech. At the same time, he hadpletely calmed down. This Wang Zheng was indeed too soft. A captain not only needed to have great strength; what was also required was to have greatmanding abilities. A thousand soldiers were easy to find, but a leader was hard to get, and the Sr System simply could not match up with them. The most popr mech of the Hurricane was also recognized by the public as the strongest dueling mech. ording to the popce, this mech was absolutely suited for them. Indeed, there were mecha out there that had better performance, and for this asion, they were under no restrictions to choose those mecha. However, performance did not signify everything. Under some circumstances, the history and details apanying the mech was a more important factor. Lie Guangs choice was the ming Mountain Eighth Generation. It was a bnced mech with average performance, but it was one that he was most familiar with. However, Wang Zhengs choice still caused the team members of the Sr System to sweat a little. Once they were forced into a tie at two to two, the situation would bepletely different, and the momentum would be given to the opponents side. For the third match, Wang Zheng should not have let Masasi up. While his intentions to bnce the teams internal factions were right, so as to win everybodys support, he should have been more demanding as a team captain. Was it a problem to face the frustrations of his team? No matter what the choice was, the match had already started. Lie Guang VS Li Dongyang! Boom! The ming Mountain Eighth Generation brandished its titanium de. Once Lie Guang was on the battlefield, he immediately unleashed his full power. Simr to the opponent, the Hurricane team members had never the thought of preserving their strength. Hence, he would also not hold back; furthermore, the direct and explosive approach was also one that suited himself. Roar... Boom... "ming Sword!!!" Looking at the stage, a sharp scream rang out. The titanium de of Lie Guangs ming Mountain had started burning with a strange me. This type of Ability X was extremely obvious, yet it could not bepletely defended against. Lie Xin had also won using this tactic. The fire had prated the energy shields and pierced into the body of the mech. However, this me did notprise of a physical me, it was more simr to a soul me. Yan Xiaosu stood up, waved his arms about, and started cheering. "You dont have to be so mboyant. I didnt even see you acting so enthusiastic before this." Bi Yuyan rolled her eyes at Yan Xiaosu, having been surprised at the suddenmotion. Yan Xiaosu looked back and took this chance to look at Bi Yuyan directly. Such a pretty face, and a wonderful figure..... Chapter 365: Victory Chapter 365: Victory Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Bi Yuyan was creeped out by Yan Xiaosus gaze. "Whats your problem?" Tyrant Su immediately shook his head. "It is just an example of mens passion. You wouldnt understand it even if I exined it to you." Bi Yuyan turned over to the other direction. "You talk as if I want to know." Ye Zisuughed and said, "I remember. Lie Guang promised to introduce you to a Martian beauty, right? Is it because of this?" "Cough, cough. Little girl, dont expose others like that. Im your second brother, you know?" Yan Xiaosu instantly shut up. Bi Yuyan instead became ted. "I thought that was why. Ady, and a beauty from Mars at that? Do you want me to introduce an Anian beauty too?" "Really?" "Watch the match first." Bi Yuyan immediately changed the topic. "Your Sr System team is indeed strong this time around. This Lie Guang, it looks like his chances of winning are rather high, and he looks handsome too." "Im handsome too, you know? And regarding the Anian beauty..." "Shut up and watch the match." At the preparation area of the Sr System team, Lie Xin was looking at the ming Mountain with a smile. Lie Guang had finally walked out of her shadow. In fact, he was even more talented than her in certain aspects. However, solely relying on ones talents was not ideal to remain strong. Although she was still the strongest within the Lie family, he could still be considered her right-hand man. On the other side of the preparation area, the Hurricane analysts were constantly recing their pairs of sses. Each pair of sses had different lenses, and were able to scan different Ability Xs. "Its not a true fire, but a spectral phenomenon, with a fixed degree of offensive power, weaker than that of Lie Xin. However, the mech has undergone an abnormal strengthening process, and the volume of fluctuations emitted by the G material is huge. "After analysis... its not a direct attack type, but a type of prating power. The energy shield is unable to block this fire, and it is able to directly burn the pilot!" "Captain Dongyang hasnt activated his Ability X." "Not yet..." Boom! Before he finished his sentence, the Hurricane Razor rushed towards ming Mountain, its speed rapidly changing, feinting left and right. The attack had begun! Lie Guangs ming sword swung forward. The de was still burning with the G material, sending the mes that were generated from the Ability X straight ahead. Boom... It was evident that Lie Guang had no inkling of the word "fear." If the enemy wanted a fight, he would directly meet him head on. However, his attack was not a simple assault, but had been carefully panned. The opponent was the captain of the Hurricane team, and his strength was obviously high. His only chance was to attack and grasp the rhythm of the battle. Then, in order to grasp a chance at victory, he had to constantly oppress his opponent and utilize his ability to directly scorch his opponent. The n was proceeding sessfully, as Li Dongyang seemed to be considering the actual situation first. He had not immediately gone on the offensive, allowing Lie Guang to gain the upper hand. This was indeed an expected development in Lie Guangs ns. If Li Dongyang lost, the Hurricane team would be absolutely destroyed. Hence, once he was up, he would definitely first analyze the situation, and not rush into an offensive like the previousbatants. After all, he was still the team captain. Boom! Boom! Boom... The ming Mountain continued its frontal assault, and the Hurricane Razor was unexpectedly being suppressed. Once an assassin-type mech was in this state, it was unable to showcase its offensive potential, and would simply lose. Lie Guangs eyes shed for a moment, and after a wide swing, the Hurricane Razors reaction time had slowed down for a second. An opening! However, Lie Guang suppressed the desire to attack into it, and stuck firmly to his strategy. By continuously maintaining an offensive, his mes were slowly entering the opponents mech and were directly burning the pilot. Perhaps it was an opening, or perhaps it was a trap. A man had to stick to his own path and not be tempted by others. "Not bad, he didnt bite the bait. However, its a pity. If he took the bait, at least he would have a chance of victory. Now its impossible." Li Dongyangs voice suddenly sounded in the publicms. Boom! A sh of light was emitted from the Hurricane Razor. This light was even more dazzling than the burning mes. And in addition to the light... Li Dongyangs Ability X C Light Burst! This had an impact on both the visual and spiritual, a truly fatal blow! Boom! The Hurricane Razor utilized a strange type of speed boost, and the whole mech had distorted and slipped past the center torso of the ming Mountain Eighth Generation. Mech explosion! Hurricane team WIN. Roar... The true victory celebration arose from the Hurricane team. The captain was invincible! Threes cheers for the captain! Go to hell, Earthlings! After hearing these cheers, the Sr System team directed their gazes at Lear. Obviously, they were called the Sr System team, yet why were they only scolding Earth? Lear simply sipped his water. What did this have to do with him? However... Wang Zheng had to take responsibility for his choice. In the blink of an eye, the score had been tied two to two. As the captain, Wang Zheng was quite ipetent! Since Masasi and Lie Guang had both fought, all the members of the Sr System team had participated in a match. However, following the two losses, they had wasted a such a good chance. Being tied at two each, thepetition had entered a decisive stage. The only thing worth rejoicing was that the Hurricane team captain hadpeted, and Wang Zheng still had not. "Wang Zheng is too conceited. He should have gone up for the third match and directly ended the match. Now hes give the opponents the chance for aeback. Victory or loss is hard to determine; we might have lost the chance." "That might not be true. Wang Zheng must have wanted to let the members warm themselves up and find their own rhythm and state of mind. Even though it is the fifth match, he must still be confident in his own abilities." "This is the IG, and the so-called warm up has just exposed their own shorings. This is a waste of a good situation, and the captain has to be ountable!" It was obvious that the current situation had brought about a fierce debate. "Sigh. Whats the point in doing this? This is simply ying with fire!" Indigo clenched his fists. The skill level of Lie Guang was obviously lower than Lie Xins, and the usual problems of the Sr System team had once again resurfaced. After winning a point, they had begun to show off. Old Ghost did not say a single word. He simply looked at the Sr System team, who were still rtively calm. It was obvious that they were disappointed in the losses of Masasi and Lie Guang, but they understood that they had lost to the Ability Xs of the Hurricane team. Only, thepetition had not ended. In many cases, it would only be a defeat if the king fell. Perhaps Wang Zheng was simply training his guys, but if they lost, he was just ying with fire. However, from the perspective of the overall situation, the Sr System team still had the upper hand because the next yer was the Shovel King, while the opponents had sent out their ace and captain in the previous matches. Therefore, from an overall strategic point of view, Wang Zheng may have made a few embarrassing mistakes, but they could not say that it was entirely his fault. At this moment, Li Dongyangs lips had curled into a smile. Although he did not expect such a tough fight from the Sr System team, victory was always a joy. "Hesselink, its your time to shine! Let those dunces from the Sr System witness the strength of our Hurricane team!" Quietly sitting in a corner of the Hurricane teams area was a member that was wearing a hat. As he had remained silent throughout, the others on the team thought that he was only here as a cheerleader. Hesselink? To be honest, they all thought that at this crucial moment, with Wang Zheng personallying out to fight, the Sr System would have a definite advantage. However, the Hurricane team was still full of confidence, and "Hesselink," this name was rather special as it was a type of name that wasmonly seen on one specific. Antis! Hesselink took off his hat and revealed the pointed ears of Anteans. It was no wonder his face looked surprisingly delicate. Hesselink was of mixed blood! And from Hesselink s appearance, although he wasof mixed blood, his gic heritage from the Antean side was ratherrge. This meant that the Hurricane team had a member who was able to control an Antean mech. At this moment, a flurry of discussion arose within the crowd. No one had imagined that the Hurricane team would reveal such a card for the final match. There were very few mixed blood Anteans, and those who had inherited the genes and were able to pilot a mech were even fewer in number. Yet the Hurricane team had one such member. This was the final trump card of Li Dongyang. Honestly, he had not intended to use this card, but he simply did not have a choice. Yan Xiaosu was using his Skylink to carry out a text broadcast. However, even he had no idea how many people were watching his broadcast at this time. In reality, the Ares College students, as well as countless CT fans, had almost crashed the Ares College campuswork. Under the advantage of two to zero, the score had been reversed to two to two. For the final round of the decisive battle, it was thought that the Sr System team would win with certainty, yet the descendant of Antis suddenly appeared. Everyone knew that the level of Antis was generally higher than that of the Milky Way Alliance, but Anteans were absolutely prohibited to be citizens of other countries, unless they were... of mixed blood. At the same time, a mixed blood Antean was the most direct way for humans to study Antean civilization. Li Dongyangs face was full of confidence. What spinning shovel? Spin till your head falls off! The Antean mech will just destroy you! When Hesselink was on stage, everyone looked at Wang Zheng. Now the Sr Systems captain had to be responsible for his choices! Initially, they had the chance to go three to zero. Yet now they were staring elimination in the face. Who would have thought that the Hurricane team would have hidden such an expert? It was said that on the battlefield, you should never give the enemy a chance to breathe, as they would never provide you with the same opportunity! Wang Zheng stood up. For this match, he would be more assured if he went up in person. Even Zhang Shan, who wanted to test his strength against the Antean mech, had wisely remained silent. This atmosphere was extremely ufortable. So what if it was an Antean? Was there a need to be so worked up? For the average mixed blood Anteans, they could at most start up the mech, or had a certain degree of sess in piloting, which was ultimately rather useless in the IGpetition. However, if the opponent was willing to allow Hesselink to go up, it was likely that his lineage was rather pure, and at least he would be able to showcase the might of the Antean mech. At the thought of this, everyone couldnt help but shudder. No matter the situation, an Antean mech would be able to render everyone helpless, as if they had been trapped in a dream. Ares College, which had just gotten this news, was silent. Although it was only in a text form, it had still brought tremendous pressure to them. No matter from which angle you looked at, the performance of the Antean mech could suppressed all others. "Using an Antean with mixed blood is too shameless. If youre good enough, use your own people!" "What does a mixed blood count as? Have no fear, just beat him up all the same!" "Do you think hes a pig? A normal mixed blood is useless against him. Hasnt Skeleton exploded one of those mecha before in CT? However, in order to pilot an Antean mech in real life, Hesselinks genes have to be at least 70% Antean, and he could probably be considered a true Antean in that case. Together with the ability to learn human tactics, thats the part that is truly terrifying." Huang Shi was alsopletely stunned as he had never imagined that the Hurricane team would drop such a bombshell, revealing such a trump card in the final round. Chapter 366: Trouble Chapter 366: Trouble Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It has to be said that these mixed blood people were rather intimidating. However, for those that were participating in the IG, they would not simply be unsettled by Antis name. However, if the degree of gic inheritance was high enough, the characteristics of Antis and humanity would definitely bebined, resulting in a tyrant. This could be seen from the choice of Hesselinks mech. One who was confident in his own strength would definitely choose an Antean mech, which required a high skill level to pilot. Will he? Everyone on the field was aware, their eyes staring at Hesselinks choice. When Hesselink chose his mech, there was only one reaction in everyones hearts. ... Were done for. Antis Mirage Dragon. An Antean mech. Whether he was able to control it or not, if Hesselink had dared to make such a choice, it indicated that he truly had sufficient ability. Just the mech itself was domineering enough, yet the Anteans also had another specialty: their capability in resisting conventional Ability X effects were rather strong. For example, humans may not be able to withstand freezing or burning, yet there would be minimal effects on an Antean pilot. Many of the bureaucrats within the Sr System Federation were whispering to each other. "If Gu Te fails, Wang Zheng has to take responsibility. Such a waste of an advantage!" "Dont say that. I believe in Wang Zhengs strength. Lets look forward to his battle; he can definitely achieve victory!" "Haha, thats true too. Were really curious what Wang Zhengs best mech is." "What a pity. Weve alreadye this far, yet unexpectedly theres such a situation. These Hurricane people sure are ruthless." Bi Yuyan shook her head in exasperation. "Wang Zheng, I think you should just admit defeat." Tyrant Suughed. "You want to show off simply with an Antean with mixed blood? This is far from enough!" In his heart, Yan Xiasu believed that Wang Zhengs ace mech was the Wind God, and it had yet to been sent up. With Wang Zhengs ability to control the Wind God, its capabilities would likely not be too far off from the Mirage Dragon. "Hmph, I really dont believe it. Si Jiali, tell me, does he have a definite chance of winning?" asked Bi Yuyan. Si Jiali simply shook her head. "Lets talk after watching." Bi Yuyan was shocked. She had never imagined that Si Jiali would actually have an optimistic view of Wang Zheng. This... Of course, Si Jiali did not believe that a mere Hercules could beat the Mirage Dragon of Antis. However, she had been able to see firsthand that Wang Zheng was able to pilot the Phantom King from Antis. That was the pinnacle of Antis mecha technology. However, Wang Zheng had no simrities to the characteristics of the Anteans on himself. If he was a true mixed blood, perhaps he had been too sessful in that? Unlike Hesselink, whose pointed ears could be seen immediately. Everyone waited for Wang Zhengs choice, and a hint of a smile could be seen on Li Dongyangs face. Let me see how far you can push your Wind God! Achilles also had the same look on his face. It was obvious that he had also received some intel from Milo. This Wang Zheng was indeed the most experienced with the Wind God mech. Thepetition of the Sr System team was not limited to what was seen on the exterior. Wang Zheng smiled and confirmed his own mech. At this moment, everyones jaws dropped to the floor. Against the Mirage Dragon from Antis, Wang Zheng... had chosen the Hercules. What the F$%#... Hercules... The corner of Li Dongyangs mouth raised in a smirk, and he started coldly smiling. "He is really asking for it!" Not to mention the opponent, even his own teammates were stunned. "Wang Zheng, did you choose wrongly? Theres still time to change!" Zhang Shan yelled out. This idiot must be cracking a joke. Although the shovel of the Hercules was indeed decent, it would be useless against the Mirage Dragon no matter how he spun it. This was simply inconceivable. Lear and Achilles looked at one another. They did not believe that Wang Zhengs strength equated to using the strength of Hercules. This was simply ying with fire, risking the whole Sr System on a gamble. "Wang Zheng, this is the deciding match. As the team captain, you should reconsider." Achilles couldnt restrain himself from saying. Others were also puzzled, and Taros gaze began to chill. If he had not lost a match, they would have already been celebrating right now. Wang Zheng smiled slightly. "Theres no mistake. Actually, the Hercules is rather decent against the Mirage Dragon. In the face of true strength, all these tricks are meaningless." Hesselink on the opposite side startedughing. Even though he had heard that the Earthlings were arrogant, it was his first time seeing it. Yan Xiaosu then broadcasted Wang Zhengs mech choice to everyone in Ares College. Those of Ares College were silent for a few minutes.... Was it in order to challenge himself? Even Chen Xiu and the rest were speechless. Old Deer was just like a hawk, watching each and every word intently. He was simply not surprised, as this was just Skeletons style! Old Deer was not only a seniormentator of CT, but also a military fan. For such a cool mech that belonged to the Anteans, he definitely had a deep understanding of it. The Mirage Dragons attacks were indeed simr to that of a mirage, and if Hercules were to confront the opponent, it would only be able to attack while defending, patiently waiting for a chance. However, the probability of winning was not high. If it was CT, he might be more confident that Skeleton would be able to seed. But to do this in the IG, this guy sure was brave... "How does this man do this? Not using a stronger mech even when its avable!" Si Jiali could not help butment. The surrounding people simply stared at her. "My deardy, are you that familiar with Wang Zheng? What do you mean by stronger mecha? What else would he know?" Bi Yuyan asked. Si Jiali realized that she had made a slip of the tongue and shook her head. "All Im saying is, hes probably proficient in other mecha, yet hes still using that Hercules." "Instructor, is it possible to win this match?" Indigo quietly asked. Old Ghost took a quick look, disappointment evident in his mind. "What kind of a stupid question is that? Lets go back." "Go back? The match hasnt ended, lets finish watching this," Indigo replied in a small voice. However, looking at the ferocious expression on Old Ghosts face, he could only nod. The match started. Wang Zhengs Hercules and Hesselinks Mirage Dragon took to the stage. Inparison to the Mirage Dragon, the Hercules looked as if it was a typical country boy who had entered the city for the very first time and had met a sessful businessman. Of course, while the looks did not matter too much, in terms of performance, it was thoroughly suppressed by Mirage Dragon. The runes of the Mirage Dragon mech all lit up. This indicated that Hesselinks control over it was rather stable. "No matter how many times you watch, the Antean mechs activation is sure like art." "Yeah, the movement of the Mirage Dragon is like a specter, easily leaving behind ghostly images. Its so hard to catch up to it." Wang Zheng ignored the outside world. In fact, in his opinion, using the Hercules to deal with the Mirage Dragon was better than using ordinary mecha. Even if it was the Wind God, it was not wise to attempt to best Antean mecha in speed, and it was a waste of effort. The more troublesome issue was that the opponent could use hissers to overpower him. That would not be ideal, but it was still something that he could cope with. Unfortunately, Hesselink did not use anysers at all. The location for the battles of the preliminary rounds was an empty area, and it was quite small. The chance of long-range attacks being used was extremely low. Unless the contestants were good at it, most of thebat would take ce in close-quarters as only then were they able to show off their strength and passion. And since Hesselink was up against a Hercules, he had never considered usingser weaponry, as he did not think it would make any difference. Additionally, since he had sent up his own Antean mech, it would be more satisfying to personally crush his opponent. Whatever shovel, whatever techniques, those toys had been eliminated from the technological race for at least a few hundred years. Why else would the current Earth be so weak? The engine of the Hercules roared, apparently ready for its offensive. The opposing Hesselink couldnt help but reveal a mocking expression, as he had never seen such aical yet also serious sight in his life. Whoosh... Antis Mirage Dragon started up like the wind. What the heck, that was a mech with a low altitude levitation ability. This type of engine of waspletely free from any friction. While the Hercules was still emitting squeaking sounds during its activation, the Mirage Dragon had alreadymenced its attack. Twenty meters... Whoosh... Mirage Dragon split into two... Everyone was stunned. Although they had heard of it, after seeing it, they felt absolutely helpless as it was not something that human mecha could not imitate. Ten meters... Damn, was this really possible!? Two became four... Four Mirage Dragon mecha with four beam sabers shed towards Hercules at the same time. Three mirages, one true body. The only problem was that the three illusionary bodies were capable of attacks. The ability to split itself, even though the offensive power was not high... The engines of Hercules were still roaring, but no matter who was in Wang Zhengs position at this moment, they would all be paralyzed with indecision. If it was Zhang Shan, he would immediately move away from this space. However, the problem was that Antean mecha could continuously lock on to him, and this was not within the capabilities of humanitys Ability X.. The shovel in the Herculess hand started rotating. The problem was, this guy was treating the shovel as an invincible weapon! Boom... Boom, boom... Chapter 367: That Shovel is Flying Chapter 367: That Shovel is Flying Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Three simultaneous explosions and three energy mirages rushed towards the Hercules, emitting a violent shockwave. Without a doubt, the Hercules had used its energy shields to withstand the offensive. However, only a single round of attacks had caused the energy shields to break apart. Hesselink had arrived, and within a single second, the beam saber had shed towards the Hercules. And this was met with the rotating shovel. Li Dongyangs chest suddenly tightened. Danger! However, Hesselinks reaction speed was even faster. He had not expected that the opponent would prefer to meet his attack head on in a desperate attack. Of course, he was aware of the prowess of that rotating shovel, but the Mirage Dragon was even faster. Offense was switched to defense. The runes on the body glowed, and the Mirage Dragon rushed away from the opponents range. Although it was an exchange of blows, Hesselink had been forced to switch to a defensive state. After adapting to his opponent, he was confident in putting him to death with his split images. Whoosh... The beam saber did not rush directly forward, but merely scratched the side of the rotating drill... Only a scratch... At this instant, a fierce vibration shook the Mirage Dragon. It was obvious that there was a temporary stutter before it managed to fly backwards and regain its distance. What a tremendous rotational force! Upon the first contact with the Hercules, Hesselink broke out in a cold sweat. However, Antean mecha were indeed true to their name and possessed top tier performance. A normal mech would have been immobilized after suffering such a shock, but the Antean mech could still move a fair distance. This was a life-saver. Yet at the next moment, Hesselink opened his mouth. The Hercules mechs movement was steady and slow, a little like a dwarf, but this mech was unparalleled in terms of mitigating recoil. It was extremely simr to Arbiters Overlord, except not as exaggerated. Hesselink nkly stared at the iing shovelncing towards his mech! Ka...boom... The Mirage Dragon was struck directly, with a blow much harder than the one received by the Triumphant King. If the Triumphant King was a badminton shuttlecock, then the Mirage Dragon was like a tennis ball. However, the superior capabilities of the Antean mech had surfaced. After this fierce blow, although the energy runes on the surface had been blown to bits, the mech itself and the pilot were fine! Hesselink, who had flown more than ten meters away, spat out a mouthful of blood and immediately took back control of his mech. The runes on its body shed once, and the Mirage Dragon slowly stood back up. He simply had the urge to beat up his opponent! Did he... want to... counterattack??? Just as Hesselink was about to charge forward, a ck speck appeared in front of his eyes... What the hell? Boom... Antis Mirage Dragon was nailed to the wall. Shovel! Who said that the shovel could only rotate!? It could also fly!!! Outside the arena, Old Ghost was still trying to cate Indigo, who was devastated and was provoking anyone that came into his sight. What the hell was this Wang Zheng kid doing? He had spent so much effort inviting the instructor over, hoping to help him gain some fame. In the end, Wang Zhengs action had even caused him to encounter such misfortune. At this moment, a series of cheers could be heard from within the arena. Old Ghost and Indigo looked at each other, understanding that something was not quite right. The faces of the Hurricane team members were all ashen. Li Dongyang had also suffered a severe shock. Had his ambitions been dashed just like this? The delegation from the Sr System Federation all stood up and cheered. Who would have thought that they would advance? Bi Yuyan simply gaped... They could even win in such a manner? How was this possible? Had the Hurricane team purposely thrown the match!?! "Heh heh. Beauty, just admit defeat. Youve got to treat me to a splendid meal!" Tyrant Suughed. "Hmph, I wont renege on the bet!" "Cousin, what happened? Did that Antean mixed blood pilot have diarrhea or something? He seemed a little strange..... " Huang Shi simply ignored Muye and rolled his eyes. He was repeatedly watching the video recording of the final match, and muttered, "This is impossible. Without using any Ability X, an Antean mech was defeated. Weve struck it rich!!!" No matter the method or the result, it had exceeded everyones expectations. "Wang Zheng sure is brave. How did he know that his energy shield wouldst?" "Maybe it was a coincidence? Ast resort?" "Who knows. Whatever, weve already won." "The Earthlings sure are interesting, even able to win in this situation. Their luck sure is through the roof." "A mixed blood is just a mixed blood; fake goods can never be exceptional." Hesselinks face was pale. He had lost in his debut match, and in such a ridiculous fashion. How was this possible!? Li Dongyang blew up. "Referee, I have to file aint. There is a problem with this match. Wang Zhengs energy shield should not have been able to block thebined attacks of the three illusions. In addition, when the mecha were shing, the Mirage Dragon had obviously stalled for a moment. This is illogical. How could a broken shovel be so damaging? This match has major issues. If you cant give us a reasonable exnation, we will put forth the most serious allegations to the IG arbitrationmittee!" Within the blink of an eye, the situation was out of control. Wang Zheng had indeed won this match in a ridiculous manner. Why was his energy shield able to block everything? Why did the Mirage Dragon stop when it was merely scratched? Why was the shovel so urate? Did they think that it was aser rifle?! That is true, how could Wang Zheng simply muddle his way through to a win? It seemed that everything was based on luck, but where would there be such luck involved? The murmuring amongst the spectators had raged on, leaving the Sr System team looking at each other speechlessly. Although Li Dongyang was rather unreasonable, he was still not giving up. In particr, hisments seemed to have aroused the sympathy of many people. Although the entire performance by Wang Zheng was indeed a bit exaggerated, the official IG referee did not pay any attention to the usations. There was an indifferent look on his face as he nced at Li Dongyang and replied, "Yourint has been received by us, but before the final results are out, we will maintain our original judgement. The Sr System team won and has sessfully passed the first stage. Congrattions to Captain Wang Zheng and the rest of you." Wang Zheng did a sharp bow. "Thank you!" Who cares about what others think? This was the making of history for the Sr System Federation as the second stage of the promotion series was something unimaginable to them. Although Meng Ao did not appear at the site, he was also watching the match. When Wang Zheng finally clinched the victory, Meng Ao also could not help but wave around in excitement. "Wang Zheng, this chap, really likes to make people nervous!" "This kid really wants me to get a heart attack." "No matter what, a win is a win!" Although there were still some doubts regarding Wang Zhengs leadership abilities, everything could be seen from another point of view. Wang Zheng was sessful in training everyone, and he was able to gather the confidence of the team. Looking at the calm and steady Wang Zheng, Meng Ao was filled with pride. This kid really had the demeanor of a great general. Although there had been losses, in some situations, a loss was more important a victory. It had allowed his team members to understand their shorings, and that the IGpletion would not be a breeze. Especially since the truly strong teams had not fought them. Lets just forget about the second stage of thepetition and just cheer for this brave kid at this moment! The exceptions were Lear and Achilles, who were not enjoying the attention and cheering from their victory. Everything just felt natural to them. If they were unable to pass the first stage even with the current strength of their team, the Sr System truly had no hope left. When the news of the third victory was sent to the embassy, the staff could not help but cheer loudly, as though a holiday had just arrived. Three rounds, three wins. The Sr System team finally had a chance to breathe. If it was like the past, the delegation from the embassy would have been too embarrassed to leave, because they might meet with other delegates andpare their results. This was the arduous victory of the Sr System. It took many years and was long overdue, and it made the staff in the embassy shed tears of joy. The Sr System Federation, which had been holding on to the image of a strong country, was overwhelmed by the skepticism and ridicule of others. To be perfectly honest, even their own citizens had almost given up hope, to the extent of having thoughts of withdrawing their citizenship from the Federation. With outdated equipment, soldiers, and trump cards, it seemed that whenever the Sr System was mentioned, everything was said to be outdated. Within the Milky Way, there were still many medium-sized countries that were weaker than the Sr System, and even some tiny countries that had only a single habitable. Although the win in the IG did not count for much, its influence was trulyrge, and this victory had allowed them to breathe a sigh of relief. "Ah, if I werent on duty, I would have gone to the scene to watch. Old Zhang, say it again, how did the Hercules use a shovel to defeat the Mirage Dragon?" "Haha, that was awesome. Dont you know, we all thought that Wang Zheng had already lost. The opponent was an Antean mech, and what did Wang Zheng choose? The Hercules! My God, we all thought he was a goner. I almost couldnt watch and was about to stand up and leave. Luckily, my seat was in the middle, with people on both sides. It was too troublesome to move, but luckily I hadnt... In the embassy, the staff members who had time to see the match live were spreading the details excitedly, talking about how the Hercules had swept Mirage Dragon away and how the shovelnded for an insta-kill. "The style of that shovel, oh, was like Do you think you are still alive and have an opportunity? In fact, youre already dead. Was it like that?" It was an exaggeration, but everyone preferred this refreshing feeling. This was what everyone had hoped and even prayed for. No matter how they narrated the match, it was still within reason. The origin of the young man named Wang Zheng was also mysterious. After all, he was able to be the captain over Achilles, Lear, Lie Xin, and the others. Additionally, Wang Zhengs performance in the first three rounds were rather calm and steady. And at such a crucial moment, he still went with the Hercules in thest round, so it was evident that he was full of confidence. No matter what, the winner was king. The IGs first round only consisted of these three matches, and they would enter the second round after two days of rest. As for the eliminated teams, they could only glumly leave thepetition. There really was nothing more to be said. The existence of the IG was based on a cruel elimination bracket. Those who were not truly strong would never be able to win thepetition. It was useless to have only one or two strong members, as this test was to determine each countries elities and overall strength using realistic battles, and to reflect the standard of the younger generation and their potential. Of course, the victors would acquire greater prestige and were able to celebrate. Everywhere was a venue for celebration. Not only were the victorious teams celebration, the international students, those that were living in An, had also left their houses to join others on the streets and in the pubs. Every location had their own style of celebration, bothrge and small. For some countries, it was only expected for them to enter the second round, so there was nothing much to be d about, as it was just a matter of fact. For others, it was indeed something that was worth rejoicing for... After the first round, there were still 128 teams left. What would be waiting for them? Chapter 368: Does Kissing Taste Good? Chapter 368: Does Kissing Taste Good? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The celebration of the Sr System Federation was in full swing, and Meng Ao, Lie Wuqing, and Drachmach were especially agitated. All these years of preparation, in which they had endured enormous pressure just in order to pass their hopes on to this group of youngsters, were not in vain! The embassy ballroom was crowded with people. All the IG members were the protagonists today, and some Anian officials had also been invited. It had been too long since the Sr System had achieved any results in the IG, and as they and An were still in their honeymoon period, it was necessary to show their thanks. The political undertones were extremely strong, and Wang Zheng was evidently notfortable with such matters. However, both Achilles and Lear were like fish in water and had started attending to the guests. Meng Ao lightly lifted his wine ss, and the entire hall quietened down. "Ladies and gentlemen, lets drink a toast to our brave heroes!" "A toast to our brave heroes!" The venue erupted into cheers. "I believe everyone here agrees that for this IG, our Sr System Federation has achieved a great victory. This is a collective victory. Whether you have defeated an opponent, lost to an opponent, or had no chance to participate, this is everyones victory. It belongs to you, me, and every single citizen in the Sr System. This is a victory for the entire Sr System. Cheers!" Meng Ao downed two sses in session. Looking at that group of youths, especially Meng Tian, he started reminiscing about the past, where the three great generals, heroic on the outside, had killed countless enemies in order to reform the military. Using both obvious plots and hidden schemes, they had trudged along whilst struggling, and had madepromises for the greater good. But today, it felt like it was finally worth the effort. "The third toast. I wish you all to continue forward. For the Sr System Federation, as well as for yourselves, gain even higher glory and prestige!" Everyone in the room raised their sses, and the team members were ted. The banquet had started. Meng Ao walked towards Lear and said a few words of encouragement. Lear simply listened and nodded in courtesy. Both of them were on the spot. Meng Ao was aware of Lears influence and knew it was useless to put on airs in front of him. Lear also knew Meng Aos standing, and he gave him the proper respect he deserved. Meng Ao merely exchanged a few words with him before walking over to the Ares College side. "Wang Zheng, Meng Tian, Zhang Runan, Zhang Shan. Your performances were outstanding, and you have not let me down. You are the pride of Earth!" Although this was sid to everyone, his gaze did not linger on Meng Tian. Obviously, the generals effort to control his emotions was superb. However, he was still her father. Meng Tian was able to feel her fathers pride and concern from that little action. Although she was a female, she would definitely not shame the Meng family. Lie Wuqing and Drachmach had also separately congratted Lie Xin, Achilles, and the rest. "Masasi, losing a single battle is not the end of the world. Next match, I will still be anticipating your performance. As long as you stay in top shape, and just be more prudent next time, you can definitely do it. There will definitely be a spot in the army for you." Drachmach patted Masasis shoulder, trying to get him to rx. In the corner, with Lie Guang and Raston, Lie Wuqing was alsoforting them. A loss was not the scariest thing; whats worse was if they were unable to get back up. Meng Ao looked at Wang Zheng withplex emotions. For the others, it was necessary to give them confidence. But for Wang Zheng, Meng Ao sucked in a breath of air. "Wang Zheng,e over here for a moment." A private talk. Wang Zhengughed and did a military salute. "Yes, Sir." "Wang Zheng, when youre the captain, you have to be responsible for everything. Some things have to be said to you alone, you should be able to understand. Dont be overly stressed out, and dont look down on your opponents, especially for the uing matches." Meng Ao shook his head. Using the Hercules to defeat his opponent.... When he was watching the broadcast, he had also stood up to cheer him on. Although it was indeed breathtaking, when Meng Ao thought back on it, he broke out into a cold sweat. All of Wang Zhengs opponents were strong, and if he had just been careless for a moment, the tables couldve been turned. The Hercules... shouldnt be relied on. Wang Zheng was extremely serious and made a promise. "Yes, General, I will take every opponent and every match seriously. "Its good that you know what to do. Go on, enjoy your victory today. Dont think too much." Wang Zhengughed an nodded. When he went back, he saw Ye Zisu and Yan Xiaosu. Both of them were filled with joy and pride. "Boss, are you waiting for our congrattions?" Yan Xiaosu was the same as ever. "Since you know, just say it out already." Wang Zhengughed, matching with his frequency. " I think its still a bit too early. Perhapster when you are the champions. How could merely a few small fries obstruct your path forward?" Yan Xiaosu blinked both his eyes. Regarding Wang Zheng, he was full of confidence. "Damn, are you trying to kill me? Merely? If the people from An and the rest heard you, they would totally kill you." Wang Zhengughed. This chaps ambitions were surelyrge enough, although he too thought the same. At this moment, Si Jiali and Bi Yuyan walked over together. Bi Yuyan red at Yan Xiaosu. "Shameless! Right, Wang Zheng, congrattions." Si Jiali smiled slightly. "Congrattions." Bi Yuyan was not so reserved. She looked Wang Zheng up and down, "Boy, not bad. I couldnt tell that you had so much might inside that skinny body." After saying so, she started pinching Wang Zhengs arm. "Hey, it really feels great." Si Jiali quickly pulled away Bi Yuyan. "Dont be so love-struck, okay?" "Zisu, OMGs Hercules was pretty amazing. Ive heard that there are quite a fewpanies interested in it. Seems like we have to go back and make some adjustments." Bi Yuyan innocently smiled. "A shovel that can be used as a weapon, thats rather special." "This doesnt have much rtion to the mech; it depends on the pilots skills." When she was with her friends, Ye Zisu was rather straightforward. This type of technique could not be imitated by others, even a talented pilot. OMG had found others to test it for them, to try to replicate this very same move. Unfortunately, using a rotating shovel was simply asking for death in reality. Other than Wang Zheng, there were also people that were making other ns at this stage. For example, Luo Fei and Taros, both of whom followed Lear. Luo Fei was doing so due to his personality, while Taros was because no one had wanted to ept him. He had offended the people of the both Moon and Mars, and he wanted to rely on a strong figure. However, he had still lost his match, and as no one had bothered with him, he could only join up with Luo Fei. "Wang Zheng sure has some dog s**t luck. He absolutely has no leadership qualities. However, I think that his growth will also stagnate, and Lear will rece him sooner orter," Taros said disdainfully. "Ah, its probably not as bad as youve said," Luo Fei remarked whilst eating. "It was obvious that he could get a three to zero, yet he insisted on it bing three to two. And he still dared to use the Hercules to destroy the enemy in order show off. Perhaps it will lead to his downfall one day." At any rate, in the eyes of Taros, Wang Zheng was unpleasant to look at. Luo Fei still had a trademark smile on his face and declined toment on it. "Hey, you still dont agree? Do you think Lear is inferior to him?" Taros was obviously dissatisfied with the Fattys attitude. Luo Fei smiled. "Of course the boss is awesome, but ones importance does not rely on being a captain. Sometimes, the captain is arger target." Taros was conflicted in his heart. Originally, before participating in the IGpetition, he was a celebrity within the Sr System. Who would have thought that aftering to An, he would actually be a dispensable person? The gap was a bitrge. Regarding Wang Zhengs choices, Luo Fei did not have much of an opinion. Simr to the reactions of Achilles and Lear, those who were confident had already made their judgement when they were sent out. The choices of their mecha were also arbitrary. Hence, if Taros had such a violent reaction, it could only mean that his abilities were still too shallow and that he was worrying due to ack of confidence. In the midst of the celebration, Wang Zheng had already disappeared. The resting period was extremely short, and Wang Zheng and Aina wanted to treasure it. The further into thepetition, the less both of them would be able to secretly meet up. Huiyin looked at the time, and it was already time to return. Even after urging her a couple of times, her cousin had still not returned. This really was worrisome. There was no other choice; she could only personally go there herself. When she turned the corner, she was absolutely stunned. Wang Zheng and Aina had also woken up from their sweet dreams and were staring at the dumbfounded Huiyin. Huiyin shielded her eyes. "Im not here to peep! Times up, weve got to go back." In reality, she was still peeking through her fingers, leading to a bout ofughter from Wang Zheng and Aina. "Lets go!" "Be safe," Aina tenderly said. On the way back, Lin Huiyin couldnt help but ask, "Sis, is the taste of kissing good?" Looking at her serious face, which even had a hint of anticipation, Aina was speechless... Chapter 369: The Three Tiers Chapter 369: The Three Tiers Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The second round had a surprise for the participants. All 128 teams had been sent away on a military aircraft. This was also a characteristic of the IGpetition. They did not solely test the dueling abilities of the pilots. There was not much merit in this as pilots had to undergo a full range of tests in order to showcase their might. However, the fundamentals were also necessary to determinebat strength, hence the first round was designed as an entry-level test. The Sr System team sat on the No. 6 transport ne. They were unaware of the destination and did not know what to expect. All of them had left without any form of preparation. There were more than 1,000 participants amongst the 128 teams, and the No. 6 transport ne itself had more than 100 passengers. All of them were undoubtedly feeling a little proud of passing the first round. The transport aircraft was not quiet and had quite a bit of chatter. It was clear that everyone was full of confidence for the second round. One of them had a very loud voice, and soon people around him started listening. "ording to my past experience, the second round should involve actualbat. Hence, all of you should be prepared to risk your lives. Additionally, ording to my sources, although An and the rest of the countries were able to directly enter the mainpetition, even they have to participate in this second round. Hence, it is to our advantage that we are able to experience what theyre capable of first-hand." "I only know that the Anteans are indeed strong. As for the rest of humanity, whos afraid of whom?" "Thats true. We all have the same number of limbs as them! Who cares about their fame? When ites down to the battlefield, it all depends on whose fists are stronger!" "What An? Even if its Antis, they will still be subdued by us!" "Right! I, your father, came here just to crush them!" The atmosphere of the entire No. 6 transport ship heated up, but the person who had initially started the conversation insteadughed and shook his head in exasperation. This was not his first time participating in the IG. When he first came, he too was ambitious and self-confident, but soon, he was taught a harsh lesson. There were some things that they would never learn if they hadnt experienced it for themselves. An... Antis.... Indeed, they had the same number of limbs as us. But they were still monsters in human skin. "Since everyone is on the same ship, it must be fate. Regardless of the future, if we be rivals, lets first get to know each other. I am Max from the rk Gxy." At this point, someone had raised a suggestion. These youngsters preferred to be around crowds and to make friends. Crucially, all of them had passed the first round and were all secretly rather proud and confident. "Haha, Im the re Stars captain, Irles. Fate is just like a friend. However, when we meet each otherter on, we from the re Star will not show mercy. When its time to fight, we will. The re Star is the main capital for mecha, so we will definitely not profane the art of fighting. This is my teammate, Ptolemy..." One by one, everybody introduced themselves, and it was the Sr Systems turn. Wang Zheng smiled and started the introductions. "Im the team captain of the Sr System team, Wang Zheng. This is Zhang Shan, Zhang Runan..." Everyone had a look of admiration when they saw Zhang Runan, a mighty woman and a reliable female teammate. This was a perfect example. However, the closer to the end of thepetition, the less everyone would be concerned about looks. After all, strength was still more important. When Meng Tian and Lie Xin were introduced, their eyes immediately zed up. Inparison, Lear, Achilles, and the rest were all ignored. "Meng Tian sure is pretty, but shes a little too cold. Lie Xins much better. Did you see her looking at me?" "She was obviously looking at me. Honestly, Lie Xins figure is totally my type. If I could spend a night with her, it would be worth it even if I die." "Shes a graduate from Academy X," a boy who had contacts in Academy X inly said. "Are you serious? Whats her ranking?" "Im not sure. She doesnt seem to be very famous, so probably above 100." "Thats still not bad. Whos this Wang Zheng? Another one from Academy X?" "Doesnt seem like it. Im not too sure." On one hand were the introductions, while on the other side the gossip had begun. Obviously, everyone was surprised that the Sr System team had actually passed the first round. To make friends, it was also necessary to have certain ssifications. Other than the beautiful female yers, the other side of the Sr System was not very eye-catching. Not to mention the results of the first round of the Sr System team. They were not spectacr, as other than the first game, which they won 3 to 0, the next two games were 3 to 2 narrow victories. They were almost unable to enter the second round, and thest match even had a dispute? Looking at the rk Gxy team and the re Star team, all three matches were three-zero record victories. Finally, it was the turn for the first person to talk about his team. "Ah, Im called Le Gadamer..." He had just stated his name, not even his origin, and someone had already eximed in surprise, "Are you serious? Youre the Quick de Le Gadamer? The Thunder Republics captain!" "Damn, youre my idol!" "Ranked 33 in thest IG. Just a little more and you would have entered the top 32." "This is too cool! Last times matches were so fierce, then this time round..." It was obvious that everyone was interested in the rankings, but Le Gadamer shook his head. "This rank does not mean anything. A team can only select one person to participate." Le Gadamer did not have the optimism of others. This ranking was merely to encourage and stimte the youths. When he thought back about the monsters that were in his group, he was devoid of any joy. In the cabin where Wang Zheng and the rest were staying in, there were about 60 of them seated, coincidentally equal to five teams in total. Rapidly, everyone hadpleted their introductions and started chatting with each other. After the introductions, the discussion topics became more diverse. However, on the Sr Systems side, most of them were only approaching Lie Xin for a chat. A beauty from Mars? Ive heard that it was an open ce? Do you have a Skylink number? Lets keep in touch! If it was another asion, Lie Xin would have ridiculed them. Only at this moment she was unfazed by such people as she was simply thinking about the second round and where they were heading to. Lear and Achilles had the a rare moment of being ignored. Lear simply cidly kept himself calm, while Achilless faces still remained full of smiles. The beauty just adjusted to the atmosphere, and although everyone mored loudly, in fact, the real concern was the Thunder Republic. They were the strongest amongst the teams here! "Since we are here, we have to attain glory for our country. Thepetition will be challenging, and it seems that there are a few strong ones on this ship," Max from the rk Star said, his heart full of ambition and his eyes filled with the glory of the championship title. "Yeah, being able to enter the second round means you arent weaklings. Besides, Lady Luck may not always be on your side!" It was also the same for captain Irles, who had reignited his confidence after a short moment of surprise. If you were able to make it on to this boat, it more or less said a few things. Le Gadamer smiled and said, "Not that I want to dampen everyones spirits, but the teams that entered the second round are split into three tiers. The first tier consists of Antis, An and other superpowers, and probably only consists of ten or so teams. The second tier has the Maacah Republic, Copsing Star, and a few others, with around forty teams. As for the third tier... we belong to the third tier." Everyone was surprised. They were actually divided into teams at the bottom? "What conditions was it based on?" Lear, who had been remaining silent all this time, suddenly spoke up." "The previous rounds results and the overall performance of the first round. They are, of course, only as a reference. Everyone should not be too disappointed." Lears mouth had curled into a disdainful arc, showing off his natural mockery. Of course, it was unknown whether he was mocking the elite teams or IG themselves. "The Sr System team did a good job this time," said Le Gadamer, as if this was the first time the Sr System had entered the second round. Others did not bother about the Sr System Federation. Other than the prettyss, to tell the truth, there would always be weak teams able to surprisingly advance, so this was not a big deal. "Captain Le Gadamer, you have participated IG before. In this second round, where will we be going?" "The contents of each IG are different. However, ording to past experience, the next stage is definitely realbat. But regarding the type ofbat, I cant say for sure. Le Gadamer seemed to be extremely easy-going, perhaps evencking a bit of passion. However, his attitude was truly friendly, and he seemingly had nothing to hide from them. "Whats this shyness? Didnt he participate in IG once? If I could participate once more, I would be more handsome than him." Zhang Shan opened his mouth. Looking at him being so serious, having not spoken a word after his introduction, he was the worlds rarest Ability X user with warp and discement abilities, yet everyone just ignored him? What had this worlde to? "You. People call this confidence, and not everyone has the opportunity to participate in the IG twice in a row," Lie Xin said. "The title of Quick de was one that he got in thest IG against Arbiter. Not many people know that in that match, he won Thunders only victory for the republic, and is also known as the IGs potential new star." Although everyone was discussing his former glory, Le Gadamer had always been indifferent. He was not acting proud, he had just been through it all. There would always be a price to pay for the ambitions and passions of the youngsters. Time flew past, and the military transport ship shuddered to a halt. The sealed bulkhead opened and a blue-green appeared before their eyes. Whoosh...... The spacecraft sent out a beeping noise, then a majestic voice came out from the loudspeaker. "We have arrived at the destination, No. 9. Please follow the procedures provided by the Skylink. Please note that from now on, it is actualbat, not a simtion exercise. Thus, please follow the procedures strictly." Beep, a notification popped out on everyones Skylink: After entering the, an airdrop will take ce. Please prepare for airborne maneuvers. Under everyones seats were suits for the airdrop. Everyone immediately began putting them on. This was not a joke. "Dont be nervous. If Im not mistaken, what follows will be a test of survival. Airdrops may encounter various types of enemies, and they may also allow each team to match against each other. We will pay more attention to the informationter." It was Le Gadamer who broke the tension. Bang... After a violent tremor, the military transport aircraft quickly passed through the atmosphere of the. Chapter 370: Battle Start Chapter 370: Battle Start Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas At this time, the front door of the cabin opened, and a Milky Way Alliance officer came in and looked at the crowd. "Good, youre all ready." The officers cold voice sounded. "You are about to airdrop into the Zerg area. The mission is to arrive at the A9 base within ten days from now, in 240 hours... Each teams captain, please step up. " Pa! Wang Zheng and five other captains walked forward. "This is the captains exclusive energy bracelet. map information is also included inside. Please input your passwords and wear it on your wrist. When you meet with danger, you can activate the energy shield on your bracelets. Within ten minutes, there will be air support arriving. However, please note that once it is activated, you have withdrawn from the IGpetition. Is that understood?" "Yes, understood!" "Any more questions?" "Reporting, I have a question." Zhang Shan raised his hand. "Speak." The officer did not be impatient, but nodded and motioned Zhang Shan to speak. "Yes, if anybody in our ranks is injured and unable to act, will there be support?" "This is actualbat. Everything is based on actualbat. Other than the 128 teams, there is no support - unless you give up thepetition. Alright, anything else? Ill give you another minute." "Reporting!" Max from the rk Star raised his hand. "Speak." "Isnt it unfair that the team will lose thepetition because of one or two yers?" "Have I ever said that I wanted everyone to arrive at the objective? If only five team members can arrive at the base on time without calling for support, then they will pass." The officers voice was as cold as ice. Everyones faces changed. Should they abandon their yers? "Will the team members who were temporarily left behind to able to receive medical care in time?" "Dont let me repeat my answer. Only the captain can use the energy bracelet to call for medical care or support. The only guarantee on our side is that we will arrive in ten minutes. The decision on when to use it should be considered and made by your captain. Of course, taking into ount the fairness of thepetition, there is also another revival round, which will also be undertaken by your team captain. If you are able to win the challenge, you will have the chance to be revived and continue to participate," the officer exined in great detail. This was for teams that had protected their teammates, but had been dyed too much and were unable to arrive on time. "Times up. Five minutes from now, you will make an airdrop!" The officer performed a military salute and turned away. At the same time, four ports were opened on both sides of the cabin. Revival round? After hearing this, everyones looks were a little better. "It sounds like the IG is still quite humanane, there is even a revival round." Le Gadamer grinned. "You are all wrong." Within a moment, the ship quietened down. "For the military,pleting the task is the first priority. Do you think the IG will be so kind? That revival round is simply to reduce our determination. There is nowhere to retreat to!" After a long while, some people shook their heads. "Damn, we should stop scaring ourselves. It is not necessarily the case that we will encounter something major. At the very worst, well just take turns carrying our teammates." "True. I cant believe it. The Zerg war zone? As long as you understand the Zergs habits and perform your reconnaissance, plus a bit of luck, safe passage is possible." Le Gadamer was still shaking his head, but he did not say anything more. Understanding the Zergs behavior? How could the IG be so simple? Usually, most people had already taken on the Zerg for training. However, those Zerg were all experimental products controlled by humans, and could not bepared to this. However, he did not want to say anything more. On the battlefield, they were bothrades andpetitors, so it was useless to say anything else. Although he had not thought about how much further he could go, he would at least not shame the Thunder Republic. On the Sr Systems side, everything was instead silent. The airdrop into the Zerg war zone and the Demon Ind training at the IG training camp of the Sr System were actually very simr. It was said that this test had not been chosen for more than 10 years. Meng Ao, Lie Wuqing, and Drachmach had made almostplete preparations for this IG. In fact, they finally had an advantage. The five minute preparation time soon ended, and the lights on the four dropgates all switched to green. At periodic intervals, each team jumped out of the transport ship one by one. At an altitude of 10,000 meters, the transport ne began the airdrop. Each team left in intervals of three minutes in order to prevent different teams fromnding in the same area. "rk Team, GO!" Max led his teammates, and as the first batch to jump off the transport ne, they instantly disappeared into the clouds. Three minutester, Le Gadamer brought his Thunder team and rushed out... The Sr System team was thest. Luo Feis fat face was ashen and his knees could not stop shaking. Lear coldly red at Fatty, and he immediately straightened up. However, just by looking at his face, you could tell he was definitely fighting back the fear. In all likelihood, this was probably a fear of heights. At this altitude, Fattys timid behavior had once again resurfaced. However, no one could be bothered with him. Even if he shut his eyes, he would still have to jump. Wang Zheng took the lead and jumped out into the air. The unique coldness of the high altitude ran all over his face as if he was rubbing against rough sandpaper. Looking down below, it was a pitch dark forest. The lush trees covered a vast area of ??the space. From a distance, he could spot a few rivers andkes. Wang Zhengs eyes were on the ground, constantly memorizing the direction and distribution of thendscape. There was only one opportunity for this high altitude observation of the terrain, and every detail must be carved into his mind as deeply as possible. Whoosh! At this moment, a fierce wind suddenly came from behind Wang Zheng, and a figure fell rapidly at an abnormal speed. Toote to be surprised, Wang Zheng felt a sudden weight on his body. This was a familiar sensation. When there was a sudden increase in gravity within the gravity room, his body would have a simr sensation. In an instant, Wang Zhengs falling speed doubled! "Everyone, be careful! Thes gravity is three times the standard gravity. F**k, that scared me." Zhang Shans cry came from themunicator. "Everybody, hold on, do not open your parachute yet..." Wang Zheng startedmunications, but he hadnt even finished his sentence before he felt a sudden change in his body. The falling speed suddenly returned to normal. It felt just like an illusion, as if he was floating in the air, but in reality he was still falling. The gravity had once again returned to normal. "What the hell is this situation? Should we open the parachutes?" However, Zhang Shans falling speed did not slow down, but instead had increased. It was as if the gravity at his position had increased even further. "Calm down. The gravitational force of this ne is not stable. There are multiple pole interactions with high altitude gravity anomalies. It will stabilize after falling down to four kilometers, open the parachute at 2.8 kilometers!" Wang Zheng rapidly said. Zhang Shan quickly calmed down. Sure enough, after falling for hundreds of meters, his speed was suddenly reduced to the standard gravity. "Seriously, there was a moment of weightlessness before the gravity continued to function. It was a bit like a maic levitation. A floating body? Cool!" Zhang Shan, who had calmed down, even started ying around, doing cartwheels in the air. Wang Zheng smiled. It seemed that this was a big problem. If the gravity of the high altitude field was already changing, the gravity on the ground would definitely have its differences. From here to the destination, the Zerg would not be the only problem. In the air, his gravity did not change until he fell to four kilometers, where it finally stabilized at 1.5 times the standard level. The parachutes were deployed at 3.5 kilometers. Thending destination was an open clearing beside a small river. From the moment their feet touched the ground, they had entered the war zone. No one spoke at all and quickly stripped off theirnding gear, shifting into theirbat suits. Everyone had instinctively formed a semi-circr defensive formation on the side of the river. "Gravity: 1.5 times the standard gravity. Air contents: oxygen content 29%, nitrogen 69%, no harmful gases, we can breathe freely. Humidity 61%, temperature 31.5 degrees Celsius..." Meng Tian was responsible for analyzing the surroundings and was constantly updating in real time. Wang Hao took off the poisonous gas filter. As the oxygen content was higher, the bodys muscles felt as though they could exert even more explosive strength. Looking around, there was a lush forest next to the river, and all the trees were dozens of meters tall. Between the trees, there were only dense shrubs, and no traces of a road could be seen. "Are there Zerg here? I dont think they would gather in a forest. There should be a few roads in this area." Zhang Shan frowned and questioned. Wang Zhen opened the Skylink map, thinking that there would be a detailed map of the area. However, in fact, there were only two red points in the distance. That was the destination, and the entire journey was unknown. "For the route ahead, we must first pass through this forest. Everyone, be careful." Wang Zheng calibrated the position and pointed the way forward. Achilles looked at the energy bracelet on Wang Zhengs wrist and said, "Before leaving, I think we should arrange abat team. The individuals with defensive abilities should stand in front and on both sides to protect the attackers. If we meet an enemy, they should go forward to block the attacks, but leave it to the attackers to finish them off. "I will be responsible for offense." Lear has always been clear in his stance, and he nced at Luo Fei, who was still breathing heavily. He immediately stood up straight. Lie Xin scratched her chin. "Im fine with anything." Zhang Shan shrugged. Damn, it seemed that they would just be meat shields. It was only him, Wang Zheng, and Zhang Runan. This was discrimination against the people of Earth. "Whats the problem? Its just a few bugs. If we meet them, we should just directly kill them. Why should we remain on the defensive?" Masasi smiled. "I dont mean to say this. IG is not childs y. If we want to reach the base in the Zerg area within ten days without any support, we have to maximize efficiency, save our energy, and be ready to respond to anything." It was obvious that the Moon people had quickly adjusted their states and were clear on the objectives and the method to proceed forward. Chapter 371: Zerg Nest Chapter 371: Zerg Nest Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng smiled. "Masasi said it correctly. Lets do this. Raston and I will walk in front, while Zhang Shan and Zhang Runan protect the nks. Meng Tian, youre the only one capable of scouting. Other than reconnaissance, pay attention to the environment. In particr, be careful of the traces of acid emitted by the Zerg. Once you encounter it, we have to take a detour. Luo Fei, Lie Guang, and Taros, you three stay at the back and pay attention to the surroundings. Do not be careless just because we have already walked past. If we encounter any Zerg and are unable to escape, I will first go to block them, and will Raston support me. Zhang Shan, you and Zhang Runan protect the nks, but do not engage. Your responsibility is to stabilize the formation. Masasi, Lear, and Lie Xin, you are responsible for the offense. Achilles will be in reserve, responsible for any emergency situations. The crowd nodded and was apparently very satisfied. Achilles could be relied on as his strength and insight were the best, and he was clearly fit for this position. Zhang Shan grinned. Wang Zheng was indeed a good guy. Everybody knew that in this situation, defense would be dangerous, while offense would be ratherfortable. Achilles position shouldve been given to Wang Zheng, but since Wang Zheng had already said so, he could only ept it. Afterpleting their starting preparations and familiarizing themselves ording to the arrangement of Wang Zheng, the Sr System team entered the dark forest. At this moment, in the orbit of the A9, there was a huge mothership that was orbiting around it. In the motherships main control room, the area above the big screen was showing the area map centered on the A9 base. At the outermost edge, 128 light spots were gently and steadily shining. The IG Arbitration Commission were all paying attention to the status of these spots. "Antis team has not yet moved and is still resting in thending area." "Ans team has already broken through the peripheral Zerg area and have begun to enter the danger zone." 128 staff members reported the situation of each team at any given time. In addition, there were 12 arbitrators who dealt with the relevant intelligence. "Although it shouldnt happen yet, prepare the fighter nes for the rescue..." "The Arbiter team is approaching the Desol Star Alliance. The two teams are three kilometers apart, and we have analyzed and judged that the Arbiter team already knows the position of the Desol Star Alliance," the staff responsible for the movement of the Arbiter team suddenly called out. "The old habit of the Arbiter Empire has once again surfaced here. They destroy their opponents in advance and grab all the resources at the same time. However, this time, the Desol Star Alliance members all have Ability X users with considerable strength. Do they still want a fight? Switch over to that screen." Whoosh... the screen that was a part of the big screen reced the original global map. In the image, it was clear that the Arbiter team had formed a formation and surrounded the team of the Desol Star Alliance, who knew nothing about it. In the image, the Desol Star Alliance team was careful, but their reconnaissance defensive circle was only 200 meters wide. In their view, as all their members were Ability X users, 200 meters was enough distance for them to respond sufficiently. However, what they were defending against was only the Zerg. They did not include other humans in the enemy category. The Arbitersunched an assault. Two figures rushed out of their team like two arrows toward the Desol Star Alliance. "Only two people moved?" "Arent they too arrogant? The Desol Star Alliance is ambitious this time, and the 12 yers are all good Ability X users. Two on 12?" In the motherships main control room, many staff members frowned. While the Arbiters were strong, they should only be strong within reason. In the face of the elites with the 12 Ability X users, only two people were dispatched. This was not strength, but arrogance. In IG, arrogance would lead to death. In the images shown on the screens, the fighting began rapidly. The Desol Star Alliance got into defensive positions immediately after sensing someone entering the 200-meter defensive circle. It could be seen on the screen that the Desol Star Alliance team was talking to the Arbiter team. "Our remote fighter has received a regional audio file. Should we y it?" "y." After a series of static noises, a voice could finally be heard. "...??????,????????..." "...We are not the enemy, this can all be avoided....." The Desol Star Alliance team did not intend to start fighting immediately. "Damn, prepare theser weapons..." "However, once we start firing, it will be the end!" "Stop hesitating! The bloody Arbiters are like mad dogs. If we let theme close, it wont be the end, it will be our end! Fire!" Boom... At this moment, the screen went ck. "What happened?!" "A change in the maic field, signal interference. We expect to recover satellite signals after ten seconds." Ten, nine...... three, two, one... Bzzt, the screen went up again, but with a significant difference. It could clearly be seen that the captain of the Desol Star Alliance had activated his energy shield. Just over a minute, and the whole team wasprised of Ability X users. The powerful Desol Star Alliance team was actually beaten by two Arbiter yers. The two Arbiters had even snatched the bracelet of the Desol Star Alliance teams captain! This was the real objective of the Arbiters. In the event of danger, they could use the bracelet of their opponents to get another chance at rescue.... This was indeed a malicious plot, but the reactions of the Desol Star Alliance team was a beat too slow. However, they could not be med. The captain was the first to be struck, and the others were knocked down to the ground, their injuries rather severe. The control room of the entire mothership was silent. This years Arbiter team was even more aggressive, more powerful, and more terrifying than ever. "Send out the fighter nes, and include the Desol Star Alliance team in the list of the eliminated teams." The adjudication team made a decision. The staff member responsible for Arbiters information raised his hand and said, "Should we restore the video of the battle..." "Its not necessary. The result has been revealed. Remember, we are only responsible for a fair decision. All data must be kept confidential. If any news spreads, everyone, including me, will be implicated. There must not be any rumors." The cold eyes of the arbitration teams leader swept over everyone. The brutalpetition continued in the area. There were also many teams colliding with each other. Most of them did not interfere with each other, each preferring to take separate routes, while there were also a small number of teams that cooperated with each other. The task of thispetition was to pass through the Zerg war zone to reach the base; it did not forbid any unity between the teams. Of course, the premise of the alliance was trust. An alliance without trust was worse than each team marching alone. Before participating in the IG, everyone had already understood the truth. There were not only teammates, but also enemies here. Wang Zheng and his entourage were very sessful, and did not encounter other teams. Due to their reconnaissance, they also did not encounter arge number of Zerg. "There are 16 bone spur Zerg 500 meters forward, and arge number of sickle-type Zerglings. There are also traces of corrosion," Meng Tian, who was wearing the surveince helmet, quietly said. Lie Xin started frowning and asked, "Sickle Zerglings? Is there a nest around?" The corrosion worm was a type of Zerg that did not havebat potential; they were at bottom of the hierarchy. In human terms, they were the ves, responsible for the maintenance of the nest in the general location. This meant that the underground was not safe! "Nothing was found." Meng Tian continued to scout for a moment and shook her head. "Should we break through, or take a detour?" Zhang Shan looked at Wang Zhang. They had walked for at least three hours, and other than a single encounter with the Zerg, all of it was basically detouring. Although the speed had not been slow, Zhang Shan was a little fed up with the pace. Wang Zhengs eyes shed for a moment, and he thought of a possibility. "The presence of corrosion worms... everyone, pay attention to any movements under your feet." After a moment, Meng Tian nodded. "A slight earthquake was found. It was a tunnel excavation. However, it was not toorge. Judging by the size, there are not too many Zerg." "Is there a route that we could detour to?" Wang Zheng nodded. If there wasnt a need, they did not have to stir up the nest. "Theres no path in front, we have to first retreat..." Meng Tian had not even finished speaking when Luo Fei, who was in charge of the rear, shouted out a warning. "Bone spur Zergling found behind us! More than 20 of them are rushing toward us!" Wang Zhengs eyes shed for a moment and he said, "Prepare for battle." Zhang Shan clenched his titanium shield. He had a look of excitement on his face due to finally having a chance to show off his talent with thisrge number of bugs. All the people present had actualbat experience. This time, the insects responded much faster than the ones they encountered in Demon Ind. Wang Zhen could feel the bloody odor in the air, and his feelings had never been wrong. It did not take long for the shuffling noises to reach them... The Zerg were here! Rumble... The roars under the ground continued, and a huge bone spur Zerg broke through the ground and circled the group, shadows shing throughout the dark forest. When the bones closed in on them, they could only scatter. At this moment, their formation was temporarily disrupted, and they hurriedly avoided the spears that were flying towards them. And the shadows in the woods rushed out towards them. A full barrage of thesers was deployed, stirring up the dirt on the ground. A gigantic bone spur Zerg had broken through, its body resembling a hedgehog. It let out a loud roar. One by one, countless bugs appeared from within the shadows and began to snipe away at them, firing bone spikes from afar. "Taros, Luo Fei, you guys deal with the bone spur Zerglings!" While his voice rang out, Wang Zhang rushed towards the giant Zerg and started bombarding its eyes withser fire. However, those eyes were covered by a transparent film, and theser weaponry was unable to inflict any damage. Rather, it had enraged the gigantic Zerg, and the rest of the team had been dragged into the melee. If they rushed in there, it would definitely be even more dangerous. Taros and Luo Fei were conflicted for a moment when Lear burst into a shout. "Move quickly or you will all die!" Without mentioning Lear, Achilles and the rest had already participated in this type ofbat and had already noticed the dangers present. This was not on the same level as Demon Ind. These Zerglings fighting power waspletely in another dimension. Thesers were not able to damage it, and the giant Zergling was able to dodge the hits. This had indicated that the level of intelligence was rather high. When they were talking, Wang Zheng had already rushed in, and he was falling from the sky, his titanium de thrusting towards its skull. However, the bone spur Zergling turned around flexibly, and, with the intent to kill, rushed towards Wang Zheng, causing him to be able to only retreat. Chapter 372: Dreams vs Truth Chapter 372: Dreams vs Truth Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It was a totally different feeling. On Demon Ind, those bugs, other than looking ferocious, were actually rather easy to take care of. But this group of bugs... The teams initial thoughts were particrly naive. Now they could only rely on the terrain to resist, and they were unable to withdraw. Once they ceded the offensive, they would then truly be the prey of the insects. Taros and Luo Fei stepped forward. One excelled at speed, while the other was good at sneak attacks. They were extremely effective at dealing with the hiding bone spur zerg. This was crucial as the hiding Zerg were suppressing the team. Taros did not dare to tary, and started moving at full speed. Within a moment, six bone spur zerglings had died under his des. Without a doubt, once he was in the shadows, a feeling of excitement had risen within his heart. At this point, Luo Fei had also disappeared. He was still present, but his breathing had all but vanished. If you swept past the area with your eyes, you would only see an illusion that blended into the surroundings. His fat body moved through the undergrowth noiselessly, and not a single bug had noticed anything amiss. The practical abilities of this two people had also let the others in the team breathe a sigh of awe. Lear and Wang Zheng continued to fight the giant zerg. However, this fellow was slippery as hell, and its sharp spurs and swift attacks repeatedly repelled both their attacks. When fighting against the Zerg, one had to thoroughly kill them off. If they were only left half dead, they could still retaliate! From the beginning of the panic to the present situation, Lie Xin and Lie Guang had been fighting as a team. Both of them seemed as if they were on edge, with their Ability Xs fully activated. Although normal Ability Xs were not able to scare off the Zerg, as well as normal fires, Lie Xin and Lie Guangs mes had an entirely different nature, something which even the fearless insects were frightened of. It was precisely this advantage that gave the Sr System squad precious time to regroup. The titanium des that had been enchanted by the mes were surprisingly able to cut into the zerglings bodies. Although Lie Xin and Lie Guang had wanted to help Wang Zheng out, they had been thoroughly surrounded by zerglings, which had managed to split up the battlefield. Although she did not have a spear, Zhang Runan was still as ferocious with a titanium de. She and Raston formed a steel line of defense, which gave Lie Xin and Lie Guang a chance to attack. Unconsciously, they had divided themselves into an offensive and defensive team. Only Meng Tiansser rifle was more useful. Although her Ability X. which could freeze. was not lethal, it was able to slow down the attacks of the Zerg for three to four seconds repeatedly, which was a big help to everyone. In the midst of the exchange, Wang Zheng eximed, "Lear, such a stalemate will not do; it will only attract more bugs. Ill try to draw his attention, you attack!" Lear nodded. "Do it now!" Wang Zheng shouted loudly and directly assaulted the bone spur zerg leader from the front. Numerous sharp spears rushed towards Wang Zheng. If it was somebody else, he would already have been pierced. However, Wang Zhengs footsteps quickened at this crucial moment, and he managed to narrowly dodge all of them. Against such bugs, humanity had to use mecha to solve the problem. Who would have thought that the IG would instead make them fight it out with their real bodies? This was too insane! In the IGpetition, there were only strongpetitors and weaklings. In front of the strong, enemies did notst long. The Sr System teams battle was in full swing on this side. For other battlefields, the situation was different. The Ghana Star team and their battlefield were in a mess, with insect corpses everywhere. All twelve yers slowly stood up, their faces carrying excited expressions, as if they had not ughtered enough, with a mad glint in their eyes. The An team had gone deeper and deeper, having escaped the encirclement of the insects on all three asions. Antis... The heck, were they going to fly directly to the destination??? The twelve yers of the Antis team, although starting rtivelyte, were already in the second position, second only to the An team. If they could maintain their speed, they would probably not face any obstacles, as apart from them, nobody else was able to fly... Antis dominating spiritual power could be used not only to control the runes on their mecha, but also to float... Damn, everybody just got angrier and angrier when they werepared to them. Boom... Finally, Wang Zheng was no longer able to avoid one of the bone spears. Using his de to guard his front, he was struck directly and was knocked backwards. However, this was also a chance for Lear to attack. Lear bolted forward, shing into the neck of the Zerg, the only unprotected part on its body. Seeing that he was about to enter, who would have thought that a row of bone spurs would surface from the ridges around its neck, as if they were snarling at Lear? Lears eyes grew solemn, and his killing intent exploded out. A sudden roar sounded out, and the movement of the bone spur zergling leader changed. Crucially, Meng Tian, who was at the edge of the battlefield, sniped a freezing shot at it, managing to gain a second of time. However, this was sufficient for Lear. The titanium de was thrust directly into the neck, twisted, and swung from the left to the top, and then down. Green blood sttered from the sky, followed by a body crashing down. With a weight of more than a thousand kilograms, boom... Its body that had been split apart came tumbling down directly, its huge frame ttening more than a dozen nearby zerglings. When the leader fell, the Sr System team all had a boost in morale, and under Lie Xins directions, fought back even more fiercely. Needless to say, the whole Sr System team were still capable of fighting. There were people like Zhang Runan and Raston, who were adept at defending, as well as Lie Xin and Lie Guang, who could pinpoint the enemys weaknesses. This was definitely good news as the mes were capable of exterminating the rest of the bugs and could easily prate their thick shells. Additionally, it was able to instill a sense of fear in the Zerg. Luo Fei and Taros had also emerged from the woods, and the situation seemed to be under control. The coordination between Achilles and Masasi was extremely good as well, with both of them supplementing each other in the fight; they were able to prevent any injuries from urring. The loudest, yet the most useless member of the team, was Zhang Shan. Although he had taken up the role of defending, his defensive skills were still very different from those of Zhang Runan and Raston. After being hit by the bugs twice, his legs had already gone numb. If one was not a strength-based Ability X user, it was indeed frustrating to go up against the Zerg. Zhang Shans movement abilities were useless when facing these bugs, and he currently was wishing that he could use the shotguns on his mech. Meng Tians freezing abilities had yed arge role this fight. Although it was not able to harm the bugs directly, her shots were fast and urate. Crucially, it was able to stall the bugs for a time, which was extremely useful. Inadvertently, the team had reached a tacit understanding, killing the zergling leader and sweeping away the obstacles. They did not dare to tarry further and immediately left the battlefield. If there were lured into the trap right at the start of the round, there would be no hope left forter. After the bugs that were pursuing after them were killed off by Taros, who was responsible for the rear, they had finally shaken off the remaining bugs. Then they swiftly resumed towards their destination. Only, there was not a trace of a rxed expression on their faces. This fight had led them to understand the severity of the situation. Without mentioning the difficulty in reaching the destination, it was a problem to even get there in one piece. Only a single battle was needed to wake the Sr System squad up from their fantasies. This was the Milky Ways IGpetition, not a private game. The real Zerg were not as fragile as they believed, and they also did not have the assistance of their mecha. Solely relying on the physical bodies was simply a joke. Perhaps they could win a few small-scale battles, but the price they would have to pay would be huge. Once their Ability Xs were used, it would take a significant amount of time to regenerate, no matter if it was Zhang Shans explosive type, or Meng Tians supportive one. The only bright spot was abilities like Lie Xins. The Lie familys spiritual ability truly lived up to its name. Their capability to endure using their Ability X was indeed a notch above the rest. In fact, even Lie Xin and Lie Guang were surprised, as in the past, their mes had never been that easy to use. It was obvious that its lethality had increased, and the attachment effects of the soul mes had evidently improved. The daily improvements were not something they could detect, but it could clearly be seen duringbat. Although there was not muchmunication between Lie Xin and Lie Guang, they could see the surprise in each others eyes. Had the effectiveness of their exercises been enhanced? The decline of the Sr System in the early days was also rted to the failure of the training methods. The originally strong training programs had, over the years, transformed into simply aerobic exercises, which also led directly to the disappearance of many families. Although the Lie family still remained, their standing within the Sr System had been lost. In fact, it was not only Lie Xin and Lie Guang, but even Lear had the same feeling. From the start of the IG selection tests for the Sr System, he had felt his own strength increasing, and it had exceeded his expectations. Yet he was unable to discern where his increase hade from. This was also the basis of his confidence in this Milky Ways IGpetition. Watching the performance of Lie Xin and Lie Guang, Lear had already made a conclusion in his heart. The effectiveness of the training programs had been increasing. However, he had hidden the change rather well, and was only willing to show it off in times of need. Achilles was unable to notice any difference, and did not have any opinions regarding Lie Xin and Lie Guangs performance. Except, the light in his eyes steadily grew strong. The revival of the Sr System was in progress. And it was not only just himself! Taros and Luo Fei took on the role of scouts and left to investigate the surroundings, allowing the squad to avoid as many Zerg nests as possible. The single worms that they encountered were killed off immediately, not giving them a chance to report the situation. The deeper they went, the more traces of the Zerg they saw, and their tracks were alsorger. What was the military thinking, preserving a with such arge Zerg colony? Mankind was a strong and confident race. When they won the extermination against the bugs in the past, mankind had begun to study the Zerg, Their methods got bolder and bolder, as they had nothing to fear with their current military strength, at least within the Milky Way. Humans were unstoppable, and perhaps the only thing that could stop them was an internal conflict. The stronger they were, the greater the desire for power. It was the same for both the country, as well as the individual. The experience of Demon Ind provided a good experience for the group. For two days in a row, the Sr System team evaded further battles and maintained a good speed, while also avoiding the teams of other countries as far as possible. Originally, everyone had the intention of cooperating, but a sentence from Lear shut them up. Simply because the rescue bracelet was a life-saver, and no one would willingly use their own. That directly meant disqualification, and they might as well just kill themselves. However, if you were able to use the bracelets from other teams, not only could you protect your lives, but could also remove apetitor, killing two birds with one stone. Solely based on this point, the other teams were more dreadful than the insects. Needless to say, Lears words had dashed any hope of cooperation in the teams minds. While the others had not realized this issue earlier, they could not help but ponder when Lear had this thought. Chapter 373: The Benevolence of Women Chapter 373: The Benevolence of Women Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Needless to say, Lear initially had the intention to cooperate with other teams, but after assessing the strength of the Sr System team, he concluded that they did not have the strength to do so. If they did not carry out the deed, it did not imply that others would follow their decision. The teams from Arbiter, Mansuo, and other countries all had already acted. The Mansuo team was even crueler than the Arbiters, having snatched the bracelets of two teams before moving towards the destination, obviously being rather experienced in the act. In fact, some of the neers had never dreamed that they would be mercilessly backstabbed by their own guys. Within the area of the Milky Way, there were numerous ethnicities and minorities, and every countriesws were different. As long as it was allowed under the Milky Way Charter, they were able to make their own rules. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. There were some civilized countries like Antis, and also other brutal ones like Ghana. Additionally, very and ve trafficking could still be found on mosts. While the Milky Way Alliance had always wanted to put an end to it, they could only guarantee the basic rights of ves, unable to take any further actions. This was thepromise reached by the entire Milky Way Alliance to maintain the peace. After all, the duration of the gctic alliance had not existed for a long period. It would still take a long time for human inteary navigation to reach a rtively stable stage of perfection. During this period, it was no surprise that the superpowers would createws that were advantageous for them. Some people have said that political struggle was the most interesting art form produced by the human race. Everything was going well, but an ident still happened. Taros and Luo Fei, who were on the frontline as scouts, screamed at almost the same time. The crowd rushed over and found that the two had copsed on the ground. "Dont...e here!" Luo Fei shouted in agony. "Help me!" Taros tried to beckon towards them, but he just copsed on the ground. Wang Zheng quickly motioned everyone to stop moving forward. His eyes quickly swept the surroundings, but there were no bugs to be seen. Here... the nts seemed to be different from the rest, slightly thicker and heavier. Wang Zheng slowly extended his hand, and instantly his arm trembled... A gravitational field! Gingerly, he stepped into the field, and couldnt help but frown. This was about ten times more than the standard gravity. Taros and Luo Fei must have rushed in, and had seriously damaged their bodies. Wang Zheng carefully dragged Luo Fei and Taros out of the area. Once they left the gravitational field, both of them coughed out a mouthful of blood. It was evident that they had damaged their lungs. Meng Tian hurriedly applied some first aid. After injecting them with a needle, both of them copsed onto the floor, panting. Lear had also tried entering the gravitational field. A ten-fold gravity normally would not have intimidated them, but as they had rushed in unprepared, their bodies were unable to adapt to such a sudden change, and hence had been injured. Unfortunately, the two most agile members had been injured. They were unable to judge just howrge this gravity field was. If the area was toorge, they might not be able to exit after entering. The most critical thing was that two people were injured. Ordinarily, they would have just carried them on their backs, butt both of them were currently not able to withstand the pressure, and probably could only hold on for ten minutes. Lear frowned. "ording to conventional knowledge, the gravity field zone varies ording to its strength, and it generally should range between two to five kilometers." When humanity was exploring the world, it was not the first time they had met with such a situation. However, the current situation was a bit extreme. Detour? The terrain of No. 9 was ratherplex, and their current path was the only one that was rtively easy to traverse. The path on both sides of their current location was even worse, and regarding their timing, they had already been dyed. "What are you thinking about? Detours? Do you want to kill us both!?" Taros couldnt help but cry. "Youve already explored the surrounding area. If we were to change our path, we would probably waste up to half a day. Additionally, there are signs of the bugs in the other two directions," Achilles said, and then looked directly at Wang Zheng. This was a tough decision to make. "If its only two kilometers, can you tolerate it?" Zhang Shan asked. "Tolerate your face! What if its more than two kilometers?" Taros immediately scolded. The rest of the team remained silent. This was precisely the messy situation that no one had wanted to see. Everyone looked towards Wang Zheng, throwing the problem at him. "Achilles, Lear, Lie Xin, Lie Guang, Meng Tian, Zhang Shan, form a group and follow our original path. Masasi, Raston, Zhang Runan, you guys are with me. Lets carry Luo Fei and Taros and proceed forward." Wang Zheng promptly decided. It was not possible to abandon Taros and Luo Fei at this stage. "Wang Zheng, I want to go with you!" Zhang Shan pleaded. "Wang Zheng, have you considered it carefully? Our original strength was never that great; if you split the team, Im afraid both sides might not make it," Lear coldly stated. Taros and Luo Fei were considered his people, but no one expected that the first to suggest abandoning them would be Lear. Taross face darkened, and he clenched his jaw. While he was well aware of how cruel Lear was, he had not thought that it would be to this extreme. "Lears right. Were not here for a vacation. We have to reach the destination on time. I suggest leaving one person to look after them both, while the rest of us continue on," Lie Xin said. However, none of them had a reply. As long as more than five people arrived on time, they would be considered to have cleared the round. However, those that did not reach would be considered to have been disqualified. This also meant that the person who remained here would be out of thepetition, thus none of them would willingly stay behind. Who would stay behind? Additionally, with the Sr System teams strength, if they did not have enough members, even if they managed toplete this round, the subsequent rounds would practically be impossible. Wang Zheng did not hesitate. "We should just follow my previous n and split up. Lear, Achilles, all of you go on ahead and reach the destination punctually. Try to buy us some time!" Everything would be fine, provided that five people were able to arrive on time. As for other members, as long as they were not thest to arrive, this was the only choice, and it was still better than simply giving up. Looking at how decisive Wang Zheng was, the rest also had nothing to say. Lear and Achilles led the team,menting that this was the benevolence of women. After saying that, Lear immediately set off. Now was not the time to argue with the rest. There was a reason why Wang Zheng had chosen Raston, Masasi, and Zhang Runan. One was that they had the physical abilities to keep up with the rest, and also that their personalities were more able to ept the gravity of the situation. After all, carrying two wounded teammates was a significantly higher burden. Wang Zheng was carrying Luo Fei, and Raston lifted Taros on his back. They had chosen to take a detour. "Fatty, you really should lose some weight." Wang Zhengughed. "Dont worry, we will definitely make it." Fatty could onlyugh sullenly, while the expression on Taross face seemed to be slightly better. He had not expected that Wang Zheng would make such a choice; however... this was indeed not a wise method. If he was the team captain, he would definitely have chosen to abandon his teammates. However, since he was the one being saved currently, he simply chose to keep his thoughts to himself. "Believe in the abilities of Achilles and the rest. They will definitely reach the goal on time. We just have to arrive safely," Masasi said. "Alright, stop thinking too much. Taros, you must treat me to a good meal when we get back, and stop being such a miser," Raston quipped. Masasi and Zhang Runan were responsible for clearing the path. After changing their path, the terrain had be ratherplex, and the vegetation was too thick, requiring their titanium des to cut through. On the other end, Lear and Achilles were silent. This was undoubtedly the most depressing choice, but they simply had no other methods. Now the only thing they could do was to reach the destination on time. Lear was indeed cold-hearted. While he was leading from the front, his speed was rather quick. No one would be able to stop him from entering the IGpetition finals. In order to achieve his goals, everyone else was disposable. On the battleship, the generals were watching as the soldiers below them took in every move. Meng Ao, as the representative of the Sr System, was also present. However, watching Wang Zheng splitting his troops, he could not help but disapprove of it. He was able to clearly view the performance of the otherpetitors. Although the Sr System team was weak, they could still have had a chance if they had arrived together. However, once they separated, their battle strength immediately plummeted. Needless to say, when it came to making decisions, Wang Zheng was by far much weaker than Lear. On the battlefield, it was necessary to be resolute. All the teams who were not resolute enough had already been finished off. On the other hand, teams like An and the rest had remained unobstructed all the way. With the emergency bracelets firmly in their grasp, they were in an invincible position. Perhaps it was a mistake to appoint Wang Zheng as the captain. He was a talented soldier, but not a leader. For the current lineup, it would be an unprecedented glory if they were able to make it to the top sixteen. It would be such a pity if they had to give up halfway, especially due to such a reason. Nobody was paying any attention to Earth, as everyones eyes were on the ten or so superpower countries. However, due to the excessive actions of Arbiter and Mansuo, the generals were almost on the brink of fighting, but were separated by the IG staff. These actions were in line with the IG rules, but it had been a long time since such elimination rules were allowed, and they definitely were not ustomed to it. The only expression on the face of Arbiters Troy was one of mockery. Only the weak would make a fuss over this. The progress of the both sides of the Sr System team remained steady. On Wang Zhengs side, they were taking turns in carrying Luo Fei and Taros. Although the terrain wasplex, it did not hinder their speed by too much. On the other hand, Lears speed was much faster, but Zhang Shan and Meng Tian were having trouble keeping up. These high speed maneuvers may be able to be maintained for a few hours, but both of them were surprised that Lear was not slowing down the pace. The reason that Wang Zheng wanted to split his team up was because he believed that the endurance and strength of Lear, Achilles, and the rest would allow them to arrive on time. This was something that even Lear and the rest were not aware of, even as they had hidden their true capabilities. Chapter 374: A Loyal Dog Chapter 374: A Loyal Dog Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Regarding the ancient training methods, the constitutions of those who had trained in them were indeed much better than that of the average human, and Lear and Achilles overall strength were also not too bad. They were confident in arriving on time, while Wang Zheng was also confident that he would be able to bring the rest to the destination. However, it was unsure if they would be punctual. However, the current distribution was indeed the best case scenario. Wang Zheng was not willing to dump anyone behind, even if the two people were Luo Fei and Taros. At night, Wang Zheng and others took the chance to rest, and Luo Fei and Taros kept watch. After all, the others were much more tired than they were. "I didnt expect Lear to be so vicious, immediately willing to abandon us and leave!" Taros was dissatisfied in his heart. Without his help, Lear would never have had such an easy path, yet he ended up leaving them for dead for a merepetition. If it was just a simple abandonment, it may have been fine. However, there was danger lurking behind every corner over here, and yet Lear had made the decision so easily..... Luo Fei remained silent, and Taros nced at him. "If we are able to arrive on time, I think you should stop following Lear. If you ever show that you are worthless, he will just throw you away like a piece of rubbish." Luo Fei looked at the starry sky above him, and his chubby face smiled. "Im just like a dog. The master may abandon me, but a dog will not betray him." Taros was stunned, and could not help but curse a few words. This fatty was definitely guilty of some mental disease. After two hours of rest, they were back on the road. However, the current situation was that they were absolutely not ready forbat. So Wang Zheng was extremely alert and was attempting to avoid any and all Zerg. Even if it was a long detour, his aim was still to safely reach the destination. Wang Zheng had the correct deductions regarding Lear and Achilles abilities. However, some things were not possible to avoid. On the fifth day, Lear and the rest had already made it to the upper ranks of the teams, and this caused Meng Ao to be excited. Wang Zhengs method was actually not too bad, allowing Lear to arrive first, and with him tending to the wounded. At their current speed, arriving before the end of the round was not a problem. As it still was not a desperate situation, Meng Ao also did not want Luo Fei and Taros to meet with any danger. Ruthlessness was not something that humans were born with. However, the situation would never be that simple. As the bugs were too ferocious, even if one fought them head on, it would simply be a waste of time, and could even cause injuries and death. Other than a few outstanding teams, the rest all had chosen to avoid them, or to send out their fastest scouts to act as a distraction. The aim of this round was not extermination, but to simply arrive at the destination, and all the teams were clear on this point. However, problems had still urred. When they were entering the central area, they had met with mecha! The sudden emergence of mecha caused a lot of trouble to the teams. Although their fighting abilities were not high, and the ones that had arrived here were all elites, once the exchange of fire urred, the insects were immediately attracted to the teams and caused issues. And Lears team had met with a problem. Him and Achilles were responsible for reconnaissance, and had safely avoided the bugs, exhibiting their excellent perception abilities. It was something that even Meng Ao had not expected. However, once the mecha had arrived, there was a serious problem, which was theck of manpower. Even with Lie Xin and Lie Guang showing off their might, Zhang Shan had been injured, and moving on, he did not have sufficient strength to act as the shield for the team. Meng Tians abilities were also not suited for this situation. If it wasnt for the strength of Lear and Achilles, they could have been wiped out. With difficulty, they managed to shake off the bugs, but Zhang Shan had already been injured. His thigh had been pierced by the bugs, and although they had carried out emergency treatment, he was unable to hold on for long. The long distance march had evidently resulted in the weakening of their resilience. "Zhang Shan, hang in there, were about to reach the destination!" Meng Tian carefully bandaged the wound. "Its only a small matter, just a flesh wound. Its superficial, lets carry on!" Zhang Shan replied. Lear nodded, and simply waved his hand. "Lets set off!" Now was not the time to falter. With the addition of these damned mecha creating chaos, they had to seize the opportunity. But not a few minutester, behind him, Zhang Shan fell to the ground, holding his wound in a grunt of pain. He was drenched in sweat, and Meng Tian quickly helped him up. "He cant move any more. He needs someone to carry him." Lear furrowed his brows. "Stop joking, we dont even have enoughbatants!" Zhang Shan was gritting his teeth. His whole thigh had been dyed red by the blood. Lears brows knitted even further. The smell of the blood was simply acting as a live bait, exposing their position to the bugs. "Zhang Shan, you cant walk anymore. Go look for a ce to hide. The rest of us will continue forward!" Lear decided. Achilles and the rest did not speak up, as it was indeed the best choice. Zhang Shans mecha abilities were good, but his individual strength was too weak. Without him, the average speed could be increased. Although Lear was a little heartless, it was no question that it was the best solution. "No, you guys go ahead. Ill look after him!" Meng Tian shook his head. At this point in time, leaving Zhang Shan here was simply sending him to his death. "Meng Tian, we would be disqualified because we are missing a person!" Lie Xin could not help but state. While she still disliked Lear, his decision was the right choice. "Zhang Shan only has to hide himself well. Once the round is over, there will be someone to save him." Meng Tian shook her head. This was just deluding oneself. "Either we bring him along, or else Im staying." Whilst saying so, she started helping Zhang Shan clean his wound. "Meng Tian, if General Meng Ao was here, what do you think he would do?" Lear said. Meng Tian stuttered for a moment, then lowered her head. "Im not him." "Meng Tian, you guys go ahead. Thispetition is not just a minor thing. This concerns the glory of our Sr System. I wont die so easily!" "We are military men. When we chose this path, we epted death." Achilles finally opened his mouth. At this moment, Lie Guang suddenly picked up Zhang Shan. "If we have time to talk nonsense, we might as well hurry up. Lear, Achilles, everyone has already been aware of it. Everyone else has paved the road for you thus far. Its time for you to do something. Men must have loyalty. Leave Zhang Shan to me. You guys are responsible for sweeping the path clean!" After saying that, he immediately dashed forward, closely followed by Meng Tian. Lie Xin hesitated for a moment. Her own brother really was... Achilles smiled. He indeed had been hiding a portion of his abilities, and he was simply choosing the best course of action. Lear was thest to act. He had also been hiding his strength, but that also depended on the situation. In order to seed, one must never fully block his own path forward. These reckless idiots, the hot bloodedness of the Lie family. It was all that bastard Wang Zhengs fault that the team had no discipline, nowhere simr to a soldier. But at this moment, the thoughts of the others had all unified, leaving Lear with no choice. Their imagination was full of ideals, but reality was not something that could simply be disregarded. It could be seen that sometimes, theck of a little good fortune would lead to even more tragic circumstances Lear and Achilles finally disyed their true abilities. It was clear that both of theirbat strengths were nowhere near what they usually performed. This was not an issue of Ability X, as using Ability X without the assistance of the mecha in order to deal with the bugs was simply causing trouble for oneself. It was too easy to get fatigued. However, without them activating their Ability Xs, Lear and Achilles had shown off their jaw-droppingbat abilities, one that was even more aggressive than the mes of the Lie family. Lie Xin had also understood what had happened. Although Lie Guang was rather reckless, he was absolutely clear about the situation. Since training with their Lie family, his Lie mes were significantly improved, so Lears familys Heavenly King Arts would also simrly have been improved. And what about Achilles? He must have had some kind of hidden technique, it was just that no one had ever heard of it; he simply had hidden it too deeply. Even with fewer people, thebat strength of this side had not decreased. It was only those damned mecha that dashed their hopes of the possibility of avoiding allbat. Time passed by day by day. The first to arrive was the Antis team. This group of human-looking non-humans were far too rxed, which made the rest of the humans extremely helpless, but they had already been numb to the sight. If they were not behaving in this manner, they would not be considered Anteans, but they did indeed have their advantages in certain areas. Closely following them was the An team, under the leadership of Sword Saint Aurora. It could be seen that they had been through numerous battles, but their members still remained unperturbed. After reaching the destination, they even started to joke around, not feeling the stress of thepetition at all. This was Ans home ground, and it was not a surprise that they had practiced this before. More importantly, against the stronger teams, if they applied the proper tactics, they would not pose a problem at all. An, Mansuo, and other traditionally strong teams gradually filtered in, their time of arrival all within one to two hours of each other. They had basically only taken nine days, while on the final day,rge groups started arriving. The time that the IG had calcted was spot on. Few federations or countries would have had so many problems like the Sr System. The Sr System waspeting with others from the Milky Way, but also had internal conflict within the team. There had been no major disagreements for the other teams, at least during this round, but the Sr System team was the only one that had a dispute ur. The pace of Lear and the rest was initially extremely quick, but had dropped significantly towards the end, specially during the fights as manpower wascking and they were unable to create a proper formation. As ast resort, Lear and Achilles took turns to attract the attacks of the insects. At the very least, both of them were strong enough and did not suffer severe injuries, but their marching speed had significantly slowed down. Even after all the hurrying, they were unable to reach the destination on time, and they had exceeded the time limit by two hours. Meng Ao was infuriated, and Meng Tian was too... She was aware of how important the result of the IGpetition was for the military. This matter did not solely involve their honor, but also involved the revival of theirbined federation military. A good result would have allowed them to bring forward their ns. A soldier had to learn to die! He should not have allowed Wang Zheng to be the team captain. His soft-heartedness was indeed contagious. These actions by the team captain would definitely affect the performance of the team negatively. From the very first step, the choice had been wrong, which led to trouble down the line. That was such a waste of an opportunity. If they had dumped Zhang Shan, they could at least have arrived a couple hours earlier. Lear and the rest had shown off their tremendous abilities, and could have improved themselves even further. A pity that they had failed in this fashion. So many years of hard work had been lost! "The Sr System team has entered the losers group." When the IG soldiers coldly said this sentence, Zhang Shan fell to the ground in shame. Chapter 375: S Class, Salvation or Hell? Chapter 375: S ss, Salvation or Hell? Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Lear coldly nced at Meng Tian and Zhang Shan before walking to the lounge without saying a single word. Theughter of the other teams could be heard, and theughter at this time seemed to be particrly harsh. Achilles sighed in relief. The medical staff took Zhang Shan away and Zhang Shan, who was lying on the stretcher, caught his eye. At that moment... he was scared. He was afraid that his teammates would leave him. While he was not afraid of death, he was afraid of being abandoned. But at that moment in time, he should have insisted on staying. Lie Xin patted Meng Tians shoulder. When things hade to this, there was no point in speaking further. "Weve tried our best. Maybe Wang Zheng and the rest have already arrived and can give us a surprise." Lie Xin was smiling, but the smile seemed to be forced. The Lie family was also extremely ambitious, especially regarding the improvement of their Lie me technique. She had gotten her hopes up, yet had failed at this hurdle. Hope was obviously a beautiful thing, but it was fragile like a soap bubble. Wang Zheng and others still did not arrive until evening, ten days and fifteen hourster, right before thepetition had ended. Luo Fei and Taros were in good condition, indicating that their medical care was fine. However, it did not matter one bit, as they had already been eliminated. When he got the news, Wang Zhengs heart sank. After listening to the situation from Meng Tian, he was even more awkward. They had just missed the time limit by a tiny bit. Although Lear and Achilles were strong, their luck simply was not there. They could also not have anticipated the Zhang Shan would be injured. However, there was still a path forward. The revival round was still a chance for them. When he saw Zhang Shan, the reconstruction of his leg muscles had beenpleted. Zhang Shan, who was still in the capsule, saw that Wang Zheng remained quiet, seemingly depressed. With Zhang Shans pride, the one thing he was the most afraid of was dragging down his teammates. However, the worst had urred: the cause of elimination of the team was all his fault. Wang Zheng knocked on the capsule and said into themunications device, "Hurry up and recover, theres still a chance. IG has the revival round for the captains!" Zhang Shan slowly opened his eyes and nodded. He was unable to say anything, as the chances were far too slim. On the way back, Wang Zheng met the Thunder teams Le Gadamer, who too had teammates who were injured. This time around, the number of contestants who were injured inbat was significant, but most of them were just light injuries. If Zhang Shans injury was not on his leg, it was unlikely that the Sr System squad would have been eliminated. Le Gadamer apparently knew about the situation of the Sr System team. "I heard that you guys were unlucky. Just work hard next time." "Le Gadamer, is there really a revival round?" Wang Zheng asked. This was not the time to pursue who was responsible. As the team captain, it was his responsibility. Le Gadamer said, "Yes, its true. They should contact you shortly. But... sigh, I wont say too much, youll find out soon." It was hard for him to be excited. He was leading his team to participate in IG to maintain the standards of their, and ensure that his team members were brought back safely. As for reaching the top eight, he had not even thought about it. This was being realistic. However, the Sr System team was obviously not satisfied. Being eliminated may not have been a bad thing. In the camp, they were separated into two groups. 32 teams had entered the losers group, and amongst them three had arrived on time, but as they had the worst performance, they had been included. The remaining contestants were to wait for the follow-up tests and obtained precious time to rest and recuperate. Meng Ao walked into the Sr System teams room. It was absolutely silent inside, as everyone had lost their desire to speak. The pressure of their failure hung above the heads of the team. It was fine if their technique did not match up to others. However, they obviously had the skills, yet had failed to get through the round, and this had led to a mix of angry and depressed emotions on all their faces. When Meng Ao came in, the atmosphere got even heavier. Everyone quickly stood up, while Meng Ao surveyed the room. "Where is Wang Zheng?" "He went to see Zhang Shan," Zhang Runan said. "Reporting in, Im back." "Return to the team," Meng Ao said coldly, and then just looked at the crowd silently. "This defeat, the main responsibility is on Wang Zheng, secondary responsibility on Meng Tian. You will ept the militarys punishment after returning," Meng Ao said, every word making Meng Tians face paler and paler. "General, I am also ountable. I took the initiative to carry Zhang Shan," Lie Guang said. Meng Ao red at him and coldly snorted, "If Lie Wuqing was here, he would have immediately pped you. Your punishment will be dealt with by the Lie family." "General, I dont think there is anything wrong with rescuing teammates!" Zhang Runan stubbornly said, causing Lear on the side to sneer. Such idiocy and naivety. "Theres nothing wrong with assisting your friends. But you have to first realize your identities. You all are soldiers. Do you know what you have done wrong? Youre a soldier, yet you are still afraid of death. Youve shamed everyone in the Sr System!" Meng Aos voice was not loud, but it stabbed directly into their hearts. Luckily, Zhang Shan was not here, else he might have suicidal thoughts. Taros, on the other hand, did not have much of a reaction. The heck, being alive was the most important, while Luo Fei simply lowered his head. "This time, Lear was the most mature, and he will be awarded!" Meng Ao said. In the end, Lear was the best person to be a leader. Unfortunately, everything was toote. Lear was also unable to smile. This was not what he wanted. Such an important chance in the IGpetition, yet it was ruined by a group of idiots. "General, give me another chance to take responsibility as captain," Wang Zheng said. Whoever was right or wrong was no longer important, and no matter how they had nned the oue, nothing would be urate. At the very least, Zhang Shan, Luo Fei, and Taros were still alive, and a slim chance still remained. Wang Zheng did not regret his actions. If Zhang Shan and the others had died, there would be no purpose, even if they had been promoted. Seeing the calmness and self-confidence in Wang Zhengs eyes, there was some anger on Meng Aos face. "Very good, you havent disappointed me. Follow me!" This was obviously opposite to what had been said. A final chance. Did you think that this was your house? Would IG give you another chance? "Wang Zheng, dont be stubborn," Zhan Runan said. Although they were participating in the IG, Zhang Runan was not overly ambitious. In her view, peoples lives were more important. Meng Ao was simply taking the perspective of the military. However, this was not a war, and they were also not attempting to save anyone, but simply training. In her mind, it was not right to sacrifice her teammates for honor and prestige. This matter would not have a simple conclusion. Along the way, Meng Ao remained silent. Upon arrival, the captains of the other teams in the loser group also arrived. Thirty-one people, one of the captains had died, said to have been killed by the Arbiters. A lieutenant who had a head of silver hair yet look spirited walked out. "Im Akerlof of the Allied Command, responsible for the IG selection. As the captain of the loser group, you have a chance to save the team. At random, you will select a task. You may choose to ept or decline, but you may not abandon it midway. The tasks are split into four grades: A, B, C, D. It all depends on your luck. The first team,e up." The captains of the teams entered the room in their assigned order, though nobody knew what they were waiting for. Inside was a spacious hall filled with people. They were the personnel in charge of this IGpetition, as well as the militaries of various countries. Of course, some of them were not present, as the general choice for most of these teams were to simply forfeit. Even if the choice they had randomly picked was poor, most were simply here to test out their luck. The A ss difficulty was almost impossible. No one hadpleted it so far. There had been eleven attempts in history, and all of them ended in death, as there were no escape routes once the mission was epted. The percentage of participants who had gotten an A ss mission was almost 90%. B ss missions had a slight possibility of sess, but it required a certain degree of skill and a little luck. There had been five sessful cases in history, but first the captains had to draw the mission, whichprised of only 6% of the lot. C ss missions had a fifty-fifty chance ofpletion. There had only been a single sess story, as there was only a 3% chance of getting it. If one received a D ss mission, congrattions, theyd won the lottery. Basically, you were able toplete it once it was selected. As there was only 0.01% of a chance to get one, no one so far had been lucky enough. The captain of the team, under the eyes of everyone, pressed the button nervously. To be honest, under the gazes of the entire group of military generals, being able to breathe calmly was already an achievement. An A ss mission popped up on the screen. Choose a mech, and kill 500 zerglings within ten minutes. The face of the captain turned ashen. This was simply a joke, absolutely impossible. "ept or forfeit?" The gazes of the generals present were calm. ept or forfeit? Would it be a test of courage, and would he qualify once he epted it? This idea simply shed by, but it was not the first time someone had thought that. It was obvious that this would not be childs y. Once the mission was epted, it would only mean his death. A ss mission, forfeit... A ss mission, forfeit... The people outside were unable to detect what was going on, and were also unable to hear anything. They could only see the ashen faces of those that were exiting, and thus suffered yet another blow. When they were making their choices, elimination had always been hanging at the back of their minds. The captain of the Sword Cloud federation was crying as he walked out, not knowing what to say to his teammates when he got back, as they were awaiting the good news. B ss mission, ept or forfeit? This fe was truly lucky, able to get the mission with just a 6% chance! Max, the captain of the rk Star team, did not hesitate and immediately chose it. Even if it led to his death, it was still worth a try. Such an opportunity was rare! Everyone was also whispering, "Would you like to take a look?" "B ss difficulty, nothing much to look at. I thought that some people would have the courage to ept to the A ss difficulty, but it seems that the courage of each generation is getting smaller and smaller. "Even if they were brave, this is not the time." "Thats true too. It is fine to be weak. Nowadays even the military guys arent bloodthirsty anymore." "Sr System squad captain, Wang Zheng." Wang Zhengs name was called, and he walked into the room. For a moment, everyones eyes were on Wang Zheng, but these gazes were more akin to watching the animals in the zoo. It was a miracle that the Sr System coulde this far, but this was the end. Meng Ao was also inside, and both his palms were already sweating. Just pick a B ss mission. With Wang Zhengs capabilities, Meng Ao had confidence that he would be able to clear it! Wang Zheng lifted his hand, and a red light shone out. Suddenly, the whole hall was silent. "S ss mission, ept or forfeit?" The AI voice sounded out. Meng Ao felt all the energy in his body leave him. Was this his destiny??? Chapter 376: Golden Wheel War God Chapter 376: Golden Wheel War God Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Had the luck of the Sr System run out? S-ss? You son of a b****, this was even rarer than getting a D-ss mission. The actual probability of a D-ss mission was 0.9%. In fact, there was still an S-ss mission with a probability of one-thousandth of a chance, but it had never appeared before as no one had drawn it. This dammed luck was just encountered by Wang Zheng. You might as well just go buy a lottery ticket! The many years of careful nning by Meng Ao had been thrown away by the heavens. This was God that was not allowing the Sr System to have a chance! After a brief moment to calm down, the generals allughed. "Oh, your luck in the Sr System is really good." "Seems like An is not a blessed ground for you." At this moment, another voice sounded, which immediately shut everyone up. "Wang Zheng chooses to ept." Everyone was whispering. Was this guy crazy? Perhaps a courageous person could risk it all on an A-ss mission. But with an S-ss mission, the original intentions were to not allow anyone to pass the round. But it was still epted. If this wasnt insane, what else was? Did he have brain damage? Suicide? Army personnel did indeed have suicidal tendencies, especially when they were in the wrong and had to bear the responsibility. "Wang Zheng, what the hell are you thinking!?" Meng Ao shouted. Although he had been angry at him, after calming down, Wang Zheng was still an important talent. There was a price to pay for his growth, and although this time around it was rather significant, it was still bearable. He had never thought that Wang Zheng would choose to kill himself. "Meng Ao, it seems that the quality of your Earth soldiers needs to improve. You shouldnt be getting anxious from such a matter. If they were in the wrong, they should have sounded out beforehand," Ans Major General Rodriguez said. He was only 40 or so years old, and was the backbone of Ans military. However, he still had good rtions with the Sr System Federation. "Rodriguez, do you think this is a show?" Lieutenant General Troye of Arbiter said coldly, showing the prestige that every individual had in this room, and not noticing the little tricks that Rodriguez had nted. However, the S-ss difficulty was indeed a little overboard, and the rest were not able to take this seriously. "Of course not, this is the first time that the S-ss mission has appeared. I believe no one has been clear on this before. Wang Zheng, listen carefully. The probability of an S-ss mission was one-thousandth of a chance, but it is not something impossible toplete. Ill say it clearly now: you make your decision calmly." Rodriguez was indeed caught in a pitfall. As the chance of this urring was indeed too low, no one had thought to exin it before. However, this was just an excuse. It was because once the contents of the mission was ced in front of him, everyone would be able to understand why he felt this way. Wang Zheng was very calm from the beginning to end, and performed a salute towards Meng Ao. "Reporting. General, I can aplish this task!" Very calm, as if there was not a trace of insanity. One second... two seconds... three seconds... The whole audience burst intoughter. "Meng Ao, consider me impressed. It turns out that your talent selection on Earth is based on their ability to speak." "He really doesnt know his limits. The IG is not a joke. Since hes already chosen, lets begin. I do want to see if he is able tost at least five minutes!" Bole from Mansuo coldlyughed. Many generals hated this type of overconfidence. Meng Ao was also speechless. Suddenly, he jolted awake. What if...? Impossible. Did Wang Zheng want to be revived after his death, or did he want to replicate the previous miracle of the Phantom King? "May I ask, ording to the mission, may I choose any mech?" "Yes, the mech database here is very well-equipped. As long as it is currently there, they will all be here, even if it is an Antean mech, although I am afraid you wont be able to use it!" "I choose Manalsuos Golden Wheel Battle King!" Wang Zheng said. "You little punk, youre seeking death!" Boles anger immediately burst out. This was simply a p to his face. Everyone knew that the Golden Wheel Battle King was Manalsuos heartache, and this kid had still the gall to mock him right before his death. Wang Zheng did not care about him, as it was useless to say anything more with his current identity and status. S-ss mission, location was the Devil Canyon. Choose a mech, and within three hours, kill five thousand zerglings. On the No. 9, there were a few ce with huge Zerg nests, with more than ten thousand zerglings inside, and there was nock of high-ranking zerglings. It goes without a doubt that there were more than enough to kill, but the problem was, you had to kill for three hours... Being able to survive for three minutes was already an issue. "Wang Zheng, since you have already decided, you may warm up now. The mech and the transport ship are both waiting outside," General Akerlof solemnly said. No matter if it was a suicide attempt or not, the military would not treat this like a game. When Wang Zheng saluted in front of Meng Ao, his expression still remained calm. Meng Ao returned the salute. There was no point is saying anything else at this juncture, as there was no turning back. When Wang Zheng had chosen the Golden Wheel Battle King, Meng Ao had already lost all hope. He initially thought that Wang Zheng would pick the Phantom King, but regardless, the chances for sess were slim. Thirty-one captains had made their selection, and only two captains chose to ept it. "Damn, the Sr Systems luck is too good!" "Could it be that An is doing something behind the scenes?" "Who knows, but for this kind of trash, even if they had epted, they wouldnt be able to clear!" "Che, perhaps they could still continue to fake their way through." "Then theyre in for a rough time. If they really got through, they would just die an even more horrible death in the next round!" The captains were aware of the ss of the mission that was chosen by others. Rationally, only those who had picked the B-ss missions and below would choose to ept. The generals did not leave, not bothering with the few minutes that this would take. It has to be said that Wang Zhengs calmness had caused everyone present to have a different feeling in their minds. It was certainly impossible to finish, but this kid had some backbone. Even in death, he was not willing to shame the Earth, and was willing to sacrifice himself. General Boles expression was gloomy as apparently he did not expect the other party to shame Mansuo. The Golden Wheel Battle King was not suited for livebat; this was something that everyone was aware of. Ill see how youll die! Two holographic images, one was Wang Zhengs, the other was Maxs, but everyones eyes were glued on Wang Zheng, including the generals of rk. The spaceship was approaching the Devil Canyon, which had one of the threergest nests on the No. 9. Dont mention five thousand, even fifty thousand was only a drop in the bucket. For locations where the bugs nest were especiallyplicated, the surroundings would beparatively deste, and the Devil Canyon was one such location. "This guys definitely insane." "Entering this kind of ce alone, he will just be torn to shreds." The two pilots bringing Wang Zheng in were also speechless. Let alone entering, even approaching this area was rtively dangerous. "Forget it, at least he has the courage to die. When I saw him just now, he wasnt at the stage of being frightened until he pissed himself yet." Wang Zheng quietly sat in the Golden Wheel Battle King. The mech was good, very good, much better than what he used to practice with. In this regard, IG really did give their best. Was he confident? No! Absolutely not, but he still had to do it. He was the team captain, it was a responsibility that he had to shoulder. At this time, at An, Aina was practicing her singing, and it was rare that Aina would be ying the guzheng at this time of the day. Because of Wang Zheng, she had fallen in love with Earth, which also included its culture. She had been studying for quite some time and wanted to y it for Wang Zheng once she was done. Snap... Just as she was enjoying the music, one of the strings snapped, and the echoes of the song also abruptly stopped. Both girls could only look at each other, and without knowing why, a bad feeling arose... What was death? Wang Zheng did not know. But to fight was to survive. The spacecraft ejected an unmanned aircraft as it was dangerous to approach any further. They were only responsible for the transport, and that did not include the eventual burial. The unmanned transport aircraft smoothlynded in the Devil Canyon, and it seemed as if countless eyes had fixated on it, the shuffling noise frightening anyone in the vicinity once it had reached a certain level. Thousands of bugs rushed in from all directions, but there was only one mech in front of their eyes. It was only at this moment that Meng Ao was desperate. He should not have stimted these youths. Who would have thought that Wang Zheng would choose to ept the mission. The surrounding generals all stood up and lightly patted Meng Ao. It was not easy to train a person, not to mention the captain of a team. Although he had made a mistake, using a death to make up for it would at least boost the morale of the rest of the members. Bole looked at what was once the glory of Mansuo, which had also be their Achilles heel, the Golden Wheel Battle King, and breathed a sigh. Boom... The mech burst into action, and the engine roared. It was obvious that Wang Zheng had no intentions of giving up. Not only was he not giving up, he had instead charged towards the group of bugs with the intent to kill. This... The distance was less than a hundred meters. Two huge golden wheels spun up wildly. Wang Zheng could only hear a buzzing sound in his ears and looked towards the countless bugs. Fear? What was that thing!? Kill~~~ Two gold wheels rapidly spun out, chitchitchit... Limbs were flying through the air, and in an instant, seven or eight zerglings had been ripped apart. As the wheels returned back to the mech, the Golden Wheel Battle King proceeded forwards, and at almost the same instant, the two golden wheels once againunched forward and started killing. Wang Zheng still did not retreat, but continued to push forward into the mass of bugs for the kills. This was the only choice. He would be surrounded, and ording to the characteristics of the bugs, each group had a leader. Under normal circumstances, they would not make contact with each other, hence the area of movement for him would beparatively smaller. If he was to be surrounded right in the center, that would then truly be the end of him. Another instant, and a group of bugs were sent flying to the side. Bole was still ridiculing him at first, but had rapidly sobered up and even stood up unknowingly, "Why, why does his Golden Wheel Battle King not lean backwards?" As a result of Boles words, the attention of all the generals were on the Golden Wheel Battle King on the battlefield, which had seamless coordination. Everyone present knew that the Golden Wheel Battle King was developed as an invincible killing mech. However, after attaching its lethal wheel weapons, due to the design of said weapons, it only allowed the mech to move at a certain angle while attacking. This downside had caused it to only be able to disy ten percent of itsbat potential as the mech had limited flexibility, which was absolutely crippling. However, this Golden Wheel Battle King on the battlefield was unaffected by the tilt, and even when receiving andunching the wheels again for another round of attacks, it waspletely seamless. Not only did it counteract the rotational force, its rotation seemed to have even been improved, increasing killing efficiency! This was something that was only discussed in theory. More urately, it was impossible even in theory. In an instant, more than a hundred bugs had died under the wheels of the Golden Wheel Battle King. Skeleton had often said "do not be intimidated by the appearance and number of enemies, as the numbers you are facing can only be this much." But theory was theory, and reality was always different, especially in the face of the Zerg, who were not afraid of death. The first wave of crisis came, and a formation of hundreds of bugs had surrounded him. There was no solution; once he was entangled by them, he would be dead. However, the Golden Wheel Battle King still did not retreat, but continued moving forward. The closer the distance, the faster the speed of the golden wheels. This increased its killing power, and the killing speed had be even more ferocious. Chapter 377: I Want to Live! Chapter 377: I Want to Live! Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Tatatata.... The whole hall was silent. The ones present were all generals who had seen every situation before; they had evenmanded legions and destroyeds. But at this moment, they were all rendered speechless. Boom.... Golden Wheel Battle King rushed towards the sky, stepping over the corpses of the bugs. The entire phnx of the bugs had been dismembered, including a giant tank worm, where its only weakness, the neck, was cut by a single strike. "His maneuvers in midair...... that angle... this...... cant be done, impossible..." Bole was stunned. After living for so long, the truth in front of his eyes was so unreal. Golden Wheel Battle King, this was the realisation of a dream of countless Mansuo scientists. They had hoped to take the position of the strongest mech using this mech. However, they had failed, yet now... But what did a single phnx count for? The bugs were slowly increasing their numbers, nearing a thousand. It was just a slight dent in their group! At this moment, time seemed to have lost its meaning. Everyone seemed to have died, and the generals seemed to have been turned to stone. Some were gaping, their cigars already burnt till the end, and some wanted to sit in the hallway and forget everything they saw. Depending on the terrain and the size of the enemy, the enemies one faced would be limited, and one had to learn to use the obstacles to their advantage. The best obstruction in the Zerg was definitely the leader. The bigger the size, the higher the rank! Of course, one had to understand the habits and weaknesses of the bugs, and they needed enough technique...... and physical strength! Sometimes, physical strength was the most important factor in influencing a fight! The Primordial Regression Technique had exploded out in power. Everything in a hundred meter radius was reflected clearly in Wang Zhengs mind. The Golden Wheel Battle King slowly sped up, Wang Zheng was clear on how to use the shing abilities to achieve the best effects, without being tied down. One thousand and seventy three.... One thousand and ny six... At this moment, if someone were to hear him, they would be driven crazy. The heck, he was still counting the number of Zerg he was killing!! Wang Zhengs vision was just a sea of golden light. His whole body had seemingly blended into the mech, and each turn of the wheel took less than a second, as if he was truly flying. The movement of the mech had to be precise as one mistake would lead to death. Not only did he have to care about the golden wheels, he also had to consider the bugs attacks. There was no chance for failure! Because he still wanted to live! After half an hour, he had already ughtered almost two thousand Zerg. Meng Ao suddenly called out, "Sh*t, General Akerlof, I want to request the military wing to send an emergency rescue team. The Sr System Federation is willing to bear all consequences!" At this moment, time seemed to have been restarted. All the gazes that fell on Meng Ao were totally different from before. Perhaps it would be better for this person to die there.... Wherever the Golden Wheel Battle King went was a pile of corpses, and Akerlof clearly knew what that meant. "Major Mallorca, immediately bring Wang Zheng back, immediately bring Wang Zheng back!" Mallorca was currently piloting the transport ship and only responded after half a second. "General, the queen worm has already blocked off the entire Devil Canyon, so only the army would be able to get in..." Momentarily, both of them just looked at each other speechlessly. Originally, they had thought that this matter would take one or two hours. Who would have predicted that it would be such a scene? This was not a human, but a monster! "Immediately mobilize the 6th Military Corps, destination: Devil Canyon!" Akerlof passed down an order. Although he did not necessarily have to do this, he had to admit that this kids abilities were worthy of respect. He couldnt let him die here. However... once the people present heard this news, they instead shook their heads in exasperation. By the time the military managed to rush over, there might not even be any g left. At the minimum, it would take an hour. If they were to rush, they would just be encircled by the bugs and would incur additional casualties. When Wang Zheng was sent over, they did not intend for him toe back. Who would have thought... Wang Zheng was unaware of the situation outside. That unmanned transport ship had already turned into scrap. The most important thing was that even more bugs had begun to appear in the atmosphere around him. More than a dozen bugs swooped down from the air, and it was precisely at the gap between the golden wheels. The fighting IQ of the bus was also quite high. Watching this, Meng Ao was already desperate, his fingernails wing into his flesh. It was his fault; he had sent such a precious soldier to his death. Whoosh... At this point, a beam saber appeared, and it shed through these flying insects. Over ten bugs had been split open. At the same time, the golden wheels were retrieved, and Wang Zheng continued the assault. My God! "That was dual control!" It was a skill that required multiple coordination and multiple weapons. On one hand, he had to operate the golden wheels, and he also had to wield the beam saber. The difficulty of this was more than just the addition of using these two weapons individually! This kid was an insanebatant! Everyone was watching Meng Ao with envious eyes, but without any jealousy. Why? That super soldier was about to die. Because of Meng Aos stupidity, he had even let such a person ept the S-ss mission. What did a mere IGpetition count as? He had to understand that such a genius would only appear in the span who knows how many years. The Earth had not appeared on the gctic scene for centuries. Yet they had been condemned just as soon as they had a chance. It was really exaggerated. Wang Zhengs tactics and techniques were perfect. It was not a problem, as everyone on the scene knew that even if he was really a god of war, there was bound to be a mistake. Even without a mistake urring, he would still be exhausted to his death. This was a personal battle. At the same time, it was incredibly fierce. Even the generals present were unable to tolerate it anymore. Wang Zheng had felt it, his physical strength was constantly dwindling. It might be luck that he couldst till this point, but humans were not machines, their strength were limited, and he had started to feel fatigued. If the generals were aware of this, they would all be incredibly mad at him. It had already been over an hour, and countless bugs had died. Even Wang Zheng had lost count. On the other hand, the army would need at least 40 minutes to arrive. He had to persevere! It should be around five thousand, and only afterpletion would any military force approach him for rescue. At this moment, not only Wang Zheng, but the other generals had also felt that this kid was waiting for rescue. Meng Ao angrily shouted, "Akerlof, Wang Zheng haspleted the S-ss mission. If you are unable to rescue him, the Sr System will make you pay the price!" Akerlof did not get angry, as he was clear about the situation. The numbers did not matter anymore. "Major Sucre, full speed ahead. Ill give you twenty minutes to arrive at Devils Canyon at all costs, else you will be dealt with by militaryw!" Akerlof ordered, but this was all he could do. But these twenty minutes were just like twenty years. Wang Zheng felt himself be more and more tired. His body started to be rigid, but he could not stiffen up. He couldnt die, he didnt want to die, he wanted to live. Aina was waiting for him, and so was that b*stard Yan Xiaosu. Zisu, Zhang Shan, Meng Tian, Chen Xiu... He couldnt die!!! Wang Zheng bit down on his tongue and cleared up his dazed mind a little. He still wanted to live! Live! Roar~~~~~~ A wild roar, simr to that of a wild beast, came out of Devils Canyon. Kill~~~~~~ The Golden Wheel Battle King broke out of the encirclement, its golden wheels bing bloody, and the whole mech was like a devil from hell, covered in a strong, murderous aura. If you block me, youll die! The beam saber was madly sweeping around, and the rest was just instinctual, formed after countless training simtions. At this moment, Wang Zhengs inner thoughts were clear. He thought back to the harsh training sessions that he had undergone under Skeleton, and it was those sessions that allowed him to persist for such a long time. His body had already be numb, and his soul felt as if it was about to leave him. Was he about to die? In the distant An, Aina was anxiously waiting. She knew the cruelty of the IG. Did something happen to Wang Zheng? Ye Zisu had also been restless all day long, dropping everything she had nned and rushed out. "Zisu, what happened? You look distracted, and your face is really pale. Do you need to see a doctor?" Bi Yuyan asked, not knowing why..... she had started crying in the middle of ss. At this moment, Ye Zisu stood up and rushed out of the room. No, nothing will happen, nothing will happen. Chapter 378: Purgatory Great Devil Chapter 378: Purgatory Great Devil Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas "Damn, I got hit by bird sh*t again?! How am I this unlucky?" Yan Xiaosu shook his head. "The heck, the sky suddenly turned cloudy... is it going to rain... Ugh, Ouch! My legs, ouch..." Suddenly, Yan Xiaosu felt a sudden jump in his heart, and his expression changed dramatically. Wang Zheng was almost unable to hold on. He was not afraid and would not give up. However, the tide of bugs was endless. He was unclear as to the number that he had killed, but it was just merely the tip, as even more bugs streamed towards him, with even stronger sses amongst them. On the other image, Max from the rk Star had managed toplete his B-ss mission. This was also something worthy of celebration, but no one was paying him any attention at this time. "This kid is still enduring. He has the determination of our Anian people!" "If he lives, Mansuo is willing to pay anything to bring him over!" Bole loudly said. This kid was holding on to the secret of the Golden Wheel Battle King. If everyone in his army could operate it like that, they would be able to rule the world; even An would not count for anything. But in the eyes of everyone, they could sense the reactions of the Golden Wheel Battle King slowing down, and it was struck by the bugs quite a few times. The energy shield was also almost consumed. Im afraid... This was his limit. Wang Zheng also knew, but he really wanted to live on. Curiously, the bugs assault had also slowed down, as if... "Not good, its the queen!" In the center of a new formation, the queen bug had appeared. The Zerg had a high intelligence, and it was obvious that she had garnered an interest in this human, wanting him as a nutrient. However, as soon as a gap appeared at this moment, Wang Zheng suddenly focused, as he saw the only trace of hope. He was gritting his teeth so hard that they were already bleeding. He wanted to live!!! Boom... The entire mech sent out a shockwave. Instantly, the queen bug let out a piercing scream, and all the Zerg immediately formed a shield around her. And Wang Zheng acted at this instant. The final strike C Icy Wheel Storm! Ice cold air started emitting from around the four golden wheels. Two frozen wheels roared out and pierced through the Zerg in front of them. All the zerglings who had touched the wheels were sliced into pieces, leaving a trail of frost on the ground. Within two seconds, the wheels had prated through more than five hundred meters, and the queen zerg who had been protected by countless zerglings hurriedly attempted to escape. However, before it moved... it had been sliced apart by the golden wheels. Chopped into frozen chunks. The whole Devil Canyon quietened down. In an instant, the bugs seemed to be cockroaches who had met their mortal enemy, and they ran away while emitting piercing cries, disappearing in the blink of an eye. What remained on the battlefield was only a field of corpses, and the only one standing upright was the Golden Wheel Battle King. The two transport ship pilots who had witnessed the scene were absolutely speechless. "Mon.... ster. This is not a human, hes a demon king..." Mallorca was dumbstruck. Even though he was a warrior, witnessing such a battle was not good for his sanity. The descent of the demon king! At this time, the troops had still not arrived... Suddenly, Meng Ao rushed forward with a shout. However, he was perhaps too hasty, and his head collided with the frame of the door. Yet he did not care about it, and he rushed forward after picking himself up. At this instant, the hall was absolutely silent. Everyones minds only had a single thought... in the subsequent rounds, what if they met with him? They shuddered collectively and did not want to think further. This would definitely be the most painful thing that could ever happen. The second person to rush out was surprisingly Bole. Nobody knew what this general from Mansuo had in mind. In fact, everybodys hearts did not think that way. A few minutester, the roar of the engines could be heard, signaling the arrival of the battleships. One by one, theynded from the sky, but once they saw the current battlefield, everyone turned silent. Was this hell? The various teams that were resting at the base camp had also heard the movement of the troops. Such arge scale mobilization could not be hidden from others. Although no one was aware of what had happened, they could sense the excitement amongst the group of youngsters. Perhaps it was a demonstration of some form of mobilization. If it was something thatmanded the attention of the entire camp, it was indeed something that every soldier present should work towards. Commanding a thousand troops and being recognized for your achievements. Wang Zheng was personally lifted off the transport ship by Meng Ao, with the medical staff performing emergency treatment. Meng Ao did not know what else to say, but only had a single thought: "He must survive, he has to survive, no matter the cost!" What Meng Ao saw in Wang Zheng was not simr to how the Sr System viewed him. He saw the hope of the Sr Systems revival. Hidden within the depths of every humans soul, that thought that could not be spoken out loud. When would the Earth finally return to the "core" of the Milky Way? The disobedient kid in front of his eyes had allowed him to see this possibility. "Say something, how is he!?" Meng Ao angrily shouted. The few Anianbat medics may look pleasing to the eye, but it was of no use at this moment. Thebat medics who were fully understanding of Meng Aos feelings calmly stated, "Sir, he... seems to be fine, only unconscious at the moment. His life is not in danger at the moment, but well do a full check once we arrive. Dont worry about it." After hearing this, Meng Ao staggered, and he couldnt help but smile. "This little punk, he sure is hardy." The threebat medics were also full of amazement. They had seen numerous horrors, as well as numerous ughters on the battlefield. "Which department is he from? Why is he the only one left?" "Ive not heard of any movement in the military." Meng Ao mildly smiled. Not even the old men at the headquarters had seen such a situation before, not to mention these few girls. Thinking back to their expressions, Meng Ao was full of satisfaction. A pity, but also, luckily, Lie Wuqing had not been here to observe. With Wang Zheng as their trump card, the Sr System Federation would be able to achieve great results in the IGpetition. They had already achieved a historic breakthrough, and now the import thing was to allow everyone sufficient time to rest. Meng Ao was fundamentally a general, so he rapidlyposed himself. It was time for the next part of the n. Although Meng Ao had left, the rest of the generals were still staring at the rey on the screen. No matter how many times they watched, they were still filled with a sense of incredulity. Especially for Bole, the general of Mansuo, he seemed like a rabid sheep, his whole person in a state of madness. The look in his eyes towards the Golden Wheel Battle King was like meeting his first lover. This meant that there were no problems with its design, but it was the operation of the mech itself. Other that Meng Ao, Bole was the most concerned with Wang Zheng. Once he heard that Wang Zheng was in no life-threatening danger, he was unable to control his emotions and punched the air. "This kid surprisingly did not die?" "Hoho, Earth has given birth to such a weird kid. There will be a show to watch in the IG this time round." Everyone gradually regained their calm. Even so, they had no rtions to him, so they stopped acting as if they had never seen the world before. However, the naked expressions in their eyes were unable to be hidden. It was uncertain if this kid would be able to recover in time. If he was able to participate in the subsequent rounds, whoever met him would have to slowly reconsider. However, they believed that the chances of him recovering were not huge, but even this would be considered sufficient. The performance of Earth was indeed beyond the expectations of Major General Rodriguez. However, this performance was a good thing for them. After all, they were currently in their honeymoon period, with both sides furthering their strategic alliances, but An was still a little hesitant. After all, the strength of the Sr System was still a bit weak, and with the close proximity of both countries, it was easy for friction to ur, and it would cause them to lose out heavily. Unless these guys from the Sr System were acting as pigs in order to catch the tiger. Wang Zhengs single fight had given them many things to consider. However, these situations were limited to those present in the room. At the very least, during the period of IG, no one was allowed to spread any rumors, or else they would bear all responsibilities. More importantly, the ones present were all head figures, and no one wanted to embarrass each other. In the room of the Sr System Federation team, it still remained quiet. After Wang Zheng left, everyone lost their interest in speaking. Silence, and more silence reigned in the room. Time inched by slowly. asionally, someone would pass by, chattering noisily, but it fell onto the defeated team like a hammer on their heads. When a knock on the door broke the silence, everyone looked at each other. Who woulde in at this time? Swoosh... The automatic door opened up, and a Second Lieutenant from An walked in. "Are you the members of the Sr System team?" Achilles stood up and asked, "Yes, Im Achilles. May I know whats the issue?" The second lieutenant smiled. "Let me tell you the good news. Amongst the thirty-two defeated teams, there were two thatpleted the revival round. One was Max from the rk Star, the other was Wang Zheng from your Sr System. Congrattions, you are able to continue into the next round ofpetition." After a stunned silence from the room, a loud cheer erupted. This surprise was too sudden, even Lear had stood up and shouted out in joy. But once he realized that he had lost hisposure, he immediately sat down. The rest simply ignored him, and Lie Guang had even torn his shirt. This was definitely aeback. "Wheres Wang Zheng? That guys really awesome!" Lie Guang shouted. "Wang Zheng and Max were both injured, so they are currently undergoing treatment. However, they are allowed to be absent from the next round of thepetition. We hope that you can perform in their stead and cherish this hard-earned opportunity." After finishing his speech, the second lieutenant immediately left, but the cheers in the room grew even louder. Lear and Achilles looked at each other. This was a chance that they could not let go. Lear clenched his fist. No matter who obstructed him, he would kill them off! He had to be even more merciless. If they had dumped Zhang Shan, they would not have been in this mess. What he hated the most was the inability to control his fate! Meng Tian and Zhang Runan hurriedly went to find Zhang Shan. His flesh had already regrown within the capsule, and he only needed a little bit more nutrients to replenish his body. However, his mental state still remained subdued. "You guys are here. You shouldnt be looking at such a shameful image of me," Zhang Shan said. "Were not here to visit you. Were only here to tell you that the next round is about to start, so you better crawl out of there soon," Zhang Runan said. "Crawl what, werent we... Wait a minute, what are you saying???" Zhang Shan suddenly widened his eyes. "Yep, Wang Zhengpleted it, he really done it!" Meng Tian eximed. Chapter 379: Not a Tinned Can Chapter 379: Not a Tinned Can Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Zhang Shan started dancing the inside the capsule. Right, he knew that Wang Zheng could be relied upon. "Wheres Wang Zheng?" Meng Tian and Zhang Runan looked at each other. "Hes injured, unable topete in the next round. Zhang Shan, even if we die, we will not fall at the next hurdle." This was the thought of everyone in the Sr System team. Only after this experience did they understand how important this matter was. Perhaps they were indeed too weak and were not willing to take any risks. Although Lear was rather heartless, he was right on certain aspects. And now, the chance was right back in their hands. "Doctor, Doctor, Im fine now, I need to get out. Doctor... I need to sh*t~~~" Zhang Shan hollered out. The heck, he was not some tin can. Although the first stage had ended, everyone knew that the second stage was about to start. The short amount of rest was unable to cure all of their fatigue. Other than Antis, An, Arbiter, and the superpower countries who had arrived without much exertion, the faces on the majority of the teams were grim, as thirty teams had been eliminated in a single sitting. The subsequent round would still eliminate arge majority of them, as only a total of sixty-four teams would be able to participate in the actualpetition. Wang Zhengs injury still made Meng Ao a little anxious. The report was out, and although there were injuries all over the body, all of them were only external injuries, and only two of them were considerably more serious. However, that was not the problem. The main issue was that Wang Zheng may have overexerted his abilities. His Ability X indicator had still remained at zero. The medical instruments here were used by An and were top of the line, yet it was still unable to detect any trace of Wang Zhengs ice abilities. It must be known that it was a C-ss Ability X that was utilized during thebat, and the killing potential was somewhat surprising. This was not an umon situation as the decrease could slowly be recovered. However, it was unknown how long it would take. This was not good news at this stage of the IGpetition, but at least he was alive. Meng Ao did not wish for much, and regarding the next few rounds, it was all up to God to decide, not wishing to ruin all his hopes for just an IGpetition. Hence, when leaving the hospital, Meng Aos feelings were still rather optimistic. He believed that after the performance this time round, the image of the Sr System had been significantly improved. Other than Wang Zheng in the hospital, Max was also present. And there was one other person, Mallorca, the driver of the transport ship. Although he was affiliated with the Milky Way Alliance, he was still a citizen of the Silver Snake Republic. The Silver Snake Republic had a stable foundation and strong national power, and it had emerged as a powerful force for at least a hundred years. "Senior, what happened, how did you get injured?" A young man walked over and smiled. "This is rare, I thought you wouldnt ever get injured." Mallorca slowly sat up, and he was already mostly healed. When Wang Zheng struck the queen zerg, he was the first to drag Wang Zheng out of the cockpit. He had then been affected by Wang Zhengs spiritual bacsh, which unfortunately had caused him to faint, and he only woke up after a full day, which could also be attributed to his own strength. "Kong Zhan, sit down, I still have not congratted you for the promotion." Mallorca smiled slightly, still feeling a little weakness. Kong Zhan sat down. "Senior, dont say that. Our target is to enter the top four. Right, was there some kind of activity here? There has been such amotion outside." Top four... Although Mallorca was serving the Milky Way Alliance, his heart was still with the Silver Snake Republic. "You are in the D zone in the preliminaries?" "Yes, why?" Mallorca heart sank a little. Damn, the Sr System team was also in the D zone. After looking around, he said, "Let me show you something. Dont say anything else, dont ask me anything." Kong Zhan was rather curious. Mallorca rarely had such an expression. It had to be known that Mallorca was a celebrity during his time in the academy, and he had led his team to enter the top eight before. Otherwise, it was not possible to directly enter the military of the Milky Way, as this was the core world of the humans. His Skylink was switched on. This was a habit of Mallorca, to record down a days happenings and then examine then in detail. Adjusting the time. Kong Zhan was taken aback... What was this, was this person a death row convict? Just as he was about to speak, he saw Mallorcas gesture to keep silent and just continue watching. A few minutester, Kong Zhans expression froze... The air in the room seemed to have been drained. Both of them seemed to have been suffocated and quickly breathed out, and Mallorca immediately deleted the video afterwards. "Now, do you know how I was injured? I had only touched his shoulder, but I was affected by his murderous aura." It was as if Kong Zhang hadnt heard it; his whole body was still frozen. Was this even a human? This was totally a monster! This was a technique that caused others to fall into desperation. "You must be wary of the captain of the Sr System team, Wang Zheng!" Mallorca said. He was very conceited, and he remained proud after entering the Milky Way Alliance, but all his pride and confidence was destroyed overnight. Kong Zhang still did not speak a single word, as if he had entered a nightmare. His whole brain was still filled with the images of that insane Golden Wheel Battle King. Mallorca waved his hand. "Go back, and dont tell anyone. You understand what I mean." Kong Zhan nodded. This type of team would not be disqualified easily. If... if they met them, they would have to find a method to give way to them, or else... Against such an opponent, it was not a question of victory or defeat. If one was not careful, their whole spirit could be defeated by them. The more confident the mech pilot, the more they would be affected. Simply just by watching the video, Kong Zhan had already lost his will to fight. This was a fatal blow to any pilot. It was rumored that the Sr System had drawn a C-ss mission. As a result, the team captain had still been injured and had shamed the entire. However, no one really cared, as this meant that they Sr System had just simply climbed out of a pit and would be eaten up by others. C-ss? After exiting the room, although the outside temperature was still thirty degrees, Kong Zhans body was still shivering..... He wanted to flick away the shadows in his mind, but they had already taken root and could not be removed. "General Meng Ao, Im Bole. Ive heard that Wang Zhang will be fine, congrattions." After leaving the hospital, Meng Ao received a message from the general of Mansuo. "General Bole, thank you for your concern. Is anything the matter?" The rtionship between the Sr System and An was harmonious, but An and Mansuo were opposite poles. This was a fact that everyone was aware of. "Haha, General Meng Ao. Ive heard that the Sr System is preparing to update the air forces armaments. We from Mansuo are the leading battleship designers in the Milky Way, and I believe that we have many topics to discuss." Bole had already extended an olive branch, but it was also a situation that caused him to be depressed. The Golden Wheel Battle King could be used for actualbat, but he had just finished talking to the people in charge of the research. No matter what he said, they believed that that was absolutely impossible. However, Bole had seen it with his own eyes, but he was unable to acquire the video footage. The key now was obviously the boy named Wang Zheng, who was unexpectedly able to use the Golden Wheel Battle King and must have understood the trick to it. If he was able to acquire this, it would undoubtedly give Mansuo a huge upgrade, and more importantly, turn shame around to glory. The Golden Wheel Battle King was often ridiculed by the opponents as the mother of all wheels, only able to support but not attack. Meng Ao secretly smiled. "Ive some matters to attend to right now, perhaps in the afternoon." "Haha, sure, sure. No problem." Bole wasughing on the surface, but he was scolding him in his heart. He had dared to hold him up. However, there was not a choice, as the Sr System was still hugging on to Ans thigh. They truly did not require their services, but they still needed their help. Chapter 380: Hide and Seek Chapter 380: Hide and Seek Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Meng Ao hung up the call. His heart was also filled with emotion. There was an uncertain future ahead, and although their rtionship with An was harmonious, the cooperation between both sides was not progressing smoothly. An required the political influence of the Sr System, but they had not helped in increasing their military strength. The Sr System federation was in a weaker position, plus that group of bastards making the decisions only knew how to bow and bend their knees. This had caused Meng Ao and the rest to be absolutely helpless. Perhaps this was another opportunity that could cause An to be nervous and allow the Sr System a chance to develop. Any kind of alliance was simply a temporary solution; only ones own strength was absolute. At theary Base Hospital, in the 30-patient ward, there were ten different team members, and Fatty was sitting inside, energeticallyughing and talking with his ward mates. His little injury had long since recovered as the medical treatment had been top notch. The AI-controlled operating table only required the military doctors to make a diagnosis, it would thenplete the procedures on its own. Of course, the price was extremely steep; each operation would consume upwards of ten thousand nano robots, costing millions of dors. However, no one cared about the costs here. Although Taros and Zhang Shan had already been discharged, and Wang Zheng was in no grave danger, Fatty Luo was stillzing in the hospital. On one hand, it was just to hide andze about, but on the other hand, it was to avoid Lears temper. Being so easily injured as a scout had only brought down the team, and thinking back to Lears stormy face, Luo Fei was ufortable with it. It was better to wait for his anger to subside. "Fatty, your Sr System teams luck sure is pretty good. Originally, you had already been eliminated, but you were still able toe back! D*mn! Your team captain is too awesome." "Ahaha, its still all right. Our luck has been great so far." Luo Fei was grinning widely. How would he put it? Although Wang Zheng had saved him, Luo Fei still felt that it was not a smart decision. Although he had just barely managed to save the team, if he had chosen the right decisions, there wouldve been no need to take such a risk. "Sigh... our captains luck, lets not mention it. He got the A-ss mission and immediately gave up." An injured team member who had been eliminated spoke. "Luck is also a strength. Theres no choice, our teams luck was also poor. Midway through fighting the leader bug, we had suddenly entered the strange gravity zone. Sigh..." "No worries, once weve recovered, everybody, lets drive our mecha and kill them all!" Fatty proudly said. "Fatty, why are you still here? You should have been discharged." The head nurse who had passed by the door heard the voice of Fatty, and angrily stormed in. "Sister Leah, I still feel that my chest is tight, especially when you are ring at me. I cant breathe..." Fatty clutched his chest as if he was about to die. "Impossible, yesterday you used the same trick on me..." "Just let him stay here and lift our injured spirits, since the Sr System team also had a close shave." A young nurse who was standing outside the door said before winking at Fatty. Only the heavens knew what had happened within these two days of time. Fatty and her had actually developed such a close rtionship. Ever since this Fatty had recovered, the surroundings had also brightened up. Woong~~ Woong~~~ Just as the head nurse was deliberating, a piercing siren rang from the training grounds. Immediately, the room quietened down. Beep~~~ After the siren, was a long series of beeping noises. This was an emergency rm, requesting everyone to assemble. The new round of the IGpetition, after three full days of rest, had restarted once again. Fattys Skylink had received a mail. The second stage was about to begin, and all members were to assemble. At this point, Fatty leapt up from his bed. There was no time to fool around anymore, else Lear would really kill him. "Beautiful Sis, Ill be back soon!" Luo Fei threw on his clothes and rushed back. However, he could not avoid the iron fist of the head nurse, which struck his shoulder. "You little punk, stoping back! I dont want to see you here anymore!" "Fatty, stop acting already." "You bastard, you promised to give me the Skylink number of the hottest woman on Mars. If you donte back, Ill draw circles and curse you to death!" The shouts of those scoundrels had a hint of envy within. However, the rest were only able to lie in bed, with disappointment evident in their eyes. On the star base training grounds. It was humongous, and could only be described as a great shore. The huge space in here was able to amodate at least fifty mecha fighting side by side, without getting into each others way. At this moment, there was an entire mech division here. The hundreds of gleaming mechs, arranged neatly on the training ground, exuded a dense killing aura. Matching with the mechs, the infantry divisions of the two marine divisions were fully armed to the teeth, and the full range of Ans advanced equipment was deployed. Twenty thousand people were arranged here, arge mass of darkness, simr to that of a dark cloud in the sky. Akerlof appeared, and his silver hair was particrly ring under the light. "Soldiers from all over the gxy, first of all, congrattions on passing the previous round of tests, which means that you have good judgment skills and team strength. The next round of tests is regarding your personal strength." His voice fell, and with a p, the buzzing sounds of everyones Skylinks rang out. All of them had automatically disyed a time: "6:00:00". What was this? Evening 6 oclock? Or morning? Everyones gazed back at the silver-haired general on the stage. "In front of you are the Seventh Marines Division and the Neenth Marines Division of An, and the Third Armored Division of An. These three armies have made outstanding achievements in An and have brought us glory." Boom, the marines saluted in response to the generals speech. The uniform movements let out a roar of thunder. It was not something ordinary military men could match up to. However, this did not bring a shock to the participants present. They all had a sense of superiority in their hearts. After all, they were elites of other countries, and did not belong to An. Only... why were they doing all this? Dont tell me it was a group battle??? "Now, they will be your opponents. From this time onwards, you have six hours to hide yourselves. After six hours, the will set off andmence the search operation. The amount of time you can stay hidden will be your score. When everything has ended, the points of each team will be totaled. The ten teams with the lowest score will be eliminated. If there are missing members on your team, there is only one choice. The rest of the team have to make up the difference!" Akerlofs words led to a whisper amongst the crowd. Lear and the others expressions were also dazed for a moment. With Wang Zheng absent, they had to share the burden. There wasnt much to say, only that they had not expected such a test. If they had listened to Lear in the first stage and abandoned them one at a time, even if they had cleared then, they would still be goners in this round. However, it was not time to argue who was in the wrong or right. How to win this round was the key. The countdown started: 5:57...5:50..... With 98 teams, more than a thousand people rushed out. Time was of the essence, so they would run as far as their limits would allow. While the marines on the other side all had stern expressions on their faces, their res frosty. Chapter 381: A Test Chapter 381: A Test Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas This was to test their endurance and sneaking abilities, and their abilities in utilizing the environment to hide themselves. After the Sr System team had gone a distance from the base, Lear signaled everyone to stop. "From here on, well split up. Everyone has to take individual action and choose the best course of action. However, remember this: this chance did note by easily. Do not drag each other down, especially you, Zhang Shan!" Lear did not give him any face, and Zhang Shans expression darkened. However, everyone else was also silent. They had no advantages in this round, and were also missing a person. Additionally, it was Wang Zheng, which was not any good news for them. Lear did not mention Luo Fei and Taros, as they had copsed in the abnormal gravity field, but Zhang Shan had fallen behind due to his weaker physical strength. Even if the others had high capabilities, no one was here to babysit another person in the IGpetition. Other than Zhang Shans ability tounch a surprise attack, there was no other use for it, and it would only drag the team down. For him, who had changed his major midway, his fundamentals could not bepared to the rest. "Lear, dont go too far!" Zhang Runan couldnt help but state. Zhang Shan stopped Zhang Runan and remained silent. It was true that he was a burden on the team. Lear coldly eyed Zhang Shan. Just after running a short while, he had already begun to hobble along, as he had still not fully recovered yet. "Lets set off for the glory of the Sr System! This is also for the dignity of our fellow soldiers. I hope that you will give it your all this time, even if its your life!" After speaking, Lear was the first to rush out, ignoring everyone else. For this type of hide and seek, the less people around, the better. Zhang Shan ran without stopping. While running and wondering, his right leg was hurting badly, but he was unable to bother with it. This was not his specialty, and he was afraid that he did not have the experience that the others had in this type of environment. His Ability X was also not useable, but he had to think of a solution. Even if was not for himself, he could not shame Wang Zheng, and he could be useful! The countdown had ended ten minutes ago. The army that would be searching for them should have left at this point in time, and they were not using their legs to search. The time limit of six hours may sound long, but they were all trying to extend their distance on foot. The fighter jets and mecha would quickly catch up. Zhang Shan hadnt stopped for the six hours, but he was still considered to be the slowest amongst the group. After all, this was not a race. Of course, some, such as Taros, did think that using this time to run as far as possible was the best solution. His Ability X was based on speed, and he was filled with confidence. Unfortunately, Taros was, in fact, the first to be captured. The military did not give these yers an unlimited area. At the periphery, a 50 meter high electromaicwork had encircled and caught them. Taros had rushed forward too quickly andnded within thes, while the dozens of people that were hiding in the darkness disappeared into the jungle. He had thought that he was the fastest, but in reality there were countless individuals that were faster than him. Many generals saw the name of the captured team members on the screen, and they all smiled. Although there was a monster there, the overall strength of the Sr System team was too weak. Such an idiotic person, no one knew how this person had trained. They had originallycked a member, now they had lost another one. The chances of the Sr System team progressing were slim. Taros had made a crucial mistake. He was originally a very delicate person, withplicated inner thoughts. However, the rapid events that had urred had disrupted his mentality. In particr, he always felt that he was strong and excellent, and always wanted to prove himself, but his attention had been spent on the wrong areas. On the other hand, Zhang Shan had already stopped and forced himself to calm down. This option to continuously run would not work. Originally, his speed was not ster. He would be caught if he continued on. Where should he hide then? In all four directions were the calls and screeches of the Zerg. Now it was almost dusk, and as the light dimmed, the Zerg would gradually be more active. Zhang Shan had to slow down, every step he took was very cautious. Once he died, the imnt under his skin would activate and record down the current time. There was no need for the army to do it. Death was not the scary part. It was that he would have died without doing anything meaningful. The area in front of his eyes suddenly cleared up, and he saw arge canyon with its rocks exposed directly ahead. Several corrosion worms were doing some unintelligible things outside, and more than a dozen bone spur and sickle zergs were patrolling the area. Through the narrow canyon path, he could see a cave. The nest! Avoiding the Zergs activity radius, Zhang Shan carefully climbed up the face of the canyon. His n was to climb over both peaks of the canyon and find a cave where he could hide in. Although he would certainly be found by the military, in order to catch him, they would have to pass by the bugs nest. In this early stage, the military should only be spreading out arge. When it came to such barren areas, they would not be paying them too much attention. This way, he had the confidence to buy a little more time. Both his legs were trembling. Although the injury had been healed, the strength that was lost would not recover soon, and he was unable to drag his legs any further... Once he thought about Lear, Zhang Shans mind immediately cleared up. Damn, that a*shole, there must be a way! However, just after climbing out five meters, Zhang Shans hand shook and almost missed the ledge. Right in front of him was a giant bug attached to the wall! Its sixpound eyes were unblinking and staring in his direction. Zhang Shan did not move a single inch. A wall spider zergling had a unique ability from birth. They were able to imitate spiders and could move about freely on the canyon wall. The wall spider zergling was also motionless, only persistently staring at Zhang Shan, just like a cat watching a mouse, not dealing the killing blow until the veryst moment. Zhang Shan looked desperate, his n having failedpletely. With his current situation, he would have to escape even if he met with a single sickle zergling on the ground, not to mention the rock wall. At this time, he could only escape with his Ability X of warping. Perhaps he would be met with the pursuit of a hundred zerglings. Once he was discovered by a single zergling and was not able to kill it fast enough, there would be countless zerglings chasing him for the kill. This damned wall spider zergling still remained motionless, just like a patient hunter, not acting until thest moment. Zhang Shan gritted his teeth. He nned to release his grip and jump down, and subsequently use his Ability X to escape. Suddenly, a small detail made Zhang Shans originally loose hand grab back onto the rock face. The wall spider zergling did not move because of Zhang Shans movements, but there was a rustling sound around it... That was the sound of arge number of bugsing close, and Zhang Shans hair rose up... Deep in the night. The search operations of the 7th and 9th divisions of An did not slow down. On the contrary, as more and more IG yers were captured, the soldiers of the two squadrons were even more excited. "Carl, how many have you caught on your side?" "Two hundred exactly. This group of rabbits are just looking down on my troops. What about you?" "Hah, your seventh division really cant make it. Were close to three hundred of them. Some of those idiots were even hidden near the base. They have no intelligence at all. So these are the guys who im to be the elites in the Milky Way? I should really adjust my expectations." "My apologies, weve just gotten another batch of a hundred. Dont tell me that your 19th division is sending them in one by one?" The instructors of the two divisions were smiling, but everyone could tell that the tension between the two was a little fierce. After hanging up the Skylink call, both instructors immediately shouted at the soldiers under them, "Pass down the order to every soldier. If we lose, the whole division will not be eating meat for a month! And no vacations for three months!" The order was rapidly transmitted to the Skylinks of all the soldiers. "Hmph! Speed up! Dont dream of resting, you know how Ill be like without a month of meat! If you dont wish to see such a situation, then move faster!" "I was still wishing for a vacation to meet my wife and kids. If anyone makes me miss the chance to see my newborn son, I will send them to guard the border for three years!" The heads of each brigade also began to shoutmands quickly. In the air, drone after drone was sweeping across the area, their searchlights plowing through the fields and closely scanning one zone after the other. Thework of drones was apanied by a signal receiving vehicle equipped with a towering antenna. It was receiving the video feeds of each drone, and each vehicle was equipped with five signal analysts that were analyzing the environment with the help of an intelligent AI system. "D5 Zone, coordinates X59, Y49, found a suspicious entity." An analyst made a statement, and from the video footage, it could be seen that the radiant heat emitted by a rock was abnormally fluctuating. With this discovery, over the D5 area, the five unmanned drones flew past the area once again, setting down a tightyer of surveince. Within a minute, a team from the 7th Division had rushed to the scene and surrounded the areapletely. The rock moved, the soil was pushed aside, and a dirt-covered Aroto raised his hands, smiling in frustration. Although he was the main strength of An, his fortey in assault and offense. He had already tried his best. "I surrender, were on the same side." The soldiers simply smiled and lifted their stun guns in unison. Aroto was shocked for a moment. "Dont shoot me, let me take a bath..." Boom, psst... An arc from the stun guns was emitted, and the powerful electric energy instantly knocked Aroto down to the ground. "There are only enemies here, lets go." The same thing happened in this area. No more rookies were caught, but people from An, Arbiter, Mansuo Republic, and even Antis had been caught. Antis capture was more difficult, as their unique runes were not only able to avoid the various reconnaissance scans of the drones, but also able to distort the air and form visual obstacles. However, the obstacles were not really invisible after all. With An dispatching two video analysts that were familiar with the abilities of the Anteans, two Antean yers were smoothly captured. The 20,000 strong marine division had beenpletely dispersed. In addition to the unmanned drones, there was arge number of banshees, and the ground-based mech units were constantly expanding the reconnaissance area. Under the encirclement of superior strength and technology, each individual seemed to be insignificant. Even if one was a War God, here they were only a speck of dust inparison to this army. Hidden near a bugs nest? Thats smart, but did you think the soldiers of An were idiots? Every time they swept near a bugs nest, they simply had to fire into the area, causing the al the bugs to be aggravated. You could imagine the oue of those who were hiding nearby... G7 Zone, bugs nest area. A team of a hundred marines were searching the edges of the nest. "Reporting, scan of G7 zoneplete. No targets found." "Fire the shockwave." "Captain, this is arge nest. Should we inform the heavy assault group?" "Mm, report it as per normal. Fire it in five minutes, well rest for a while." Haha, captain, these kids are really stupid. I heard that there were more than a dozen hiding near a nest, and they were almost eaten by the bugs." "Who asked them to be that naive, choosing such a ce to hide?" Chapter 382: You Fight, I’ll Struggle Chapter 382: You Fight, Ill Struggle Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Five minutester, the shockwave was emitted. The bugs nest was stirred, and countless bugs streamed up. If someone was indeed hiding nearby, that would really mean their death. The corrosion worms first appeared, and then arge number of sickle zerglings swarmed out. "F***, this is going to kill someone!" Two shadows appeared amongst the sickle zerglings, madly avoiding their assault. It was a member of the Ghana team. Dozens of mecha rushed towards the group of sickle zerglings, while suppressive fire rained from the sky and the ground. Finally, they manage to rescue the two men of Ghana from the swarm. However, the next second, the assault captain coldlyughed. "Prepare the stun guns!" Boom... They immediately fainted without any objections. The team immediately suppressed their fire and began to retreat. These two were considered smart. If they had dyed for a moment, then it was truly hopeless. Zhang Runan was dug out from a patch of swampynd. She had relied on her old tricks and hidden herself in the swamp, using a strand of reed to breathe. While she had managed to avoid two waves of the sweep, the military sweep did not only consist of a single scan, but was fullybing the area. A zone would not be ignored just because they had been there before. On the contrary, the fewer people that were found within the zone, the more personnel would be sent to that zone for the search. Time slowly passed by. Meng Tian, Lie Guang, and Raston had all been found separately. Lie Guang was the most ingenious, and had infiltrated into the military. A pity that such a move had already been done before, and a sudden inspection had uncovered him. At the same time, another Anian participant was also uncovered, someone who had greeted Lie Guang... Both having had the same idea. Boom... A giant tree was tightly surrounded, with several military dogs barking at it. "Come out by yourself," themanding officer instructed. Everything within four meters on both sides of the giant tree suddenly twisted. The smooth bark disappeared, revealing a huge hole. An elegant Antean was focusing the rune power on himself, waiting gracefully. However, he was shot down with a single stun. There was no use in showing off, and nobody cared who you were. The illusion ability rune could avoid the infrared scans, but it was not able to conceal a persons scent. However, the troops were still rather impressed, as the Anteans were indeed to hardest to catch. At this time, the number of people who still had not been found only numbered in the tens. Other than utilizing military technology, the troops had also begun to use a few outdated methods of searching. The military dogs had done quite a bit of work, as even when the advanced sniffing machines were not able to do the job, the dogs were still able to find them. After all, the machines were inflexible objects. If there was not a 100% confirmation, they would not report the trace. On the other hand, even if the military dogs had a little trace, they would immediately raise an rm. Some may say that it was a false positive, but sometimes, that little bit of intuition had dug up quite a number of participants. Achilles had also fallen at this hurdle. He had locked all the pores on his body. Theoretically, there would be no residue of any odor in the air. However, the military dog ??still sensed him. Rubbing the dogs head, Achilles was also unable to curse out at it. Another two hours had passed. Thepetition between the 7th and the 19th Divisions was alsoing to an end. The 7th Division was leading by forty-seven people, and now, only twenty-four participants still had not been found, and five of them were from Antis. "What? Still not admitting defeat?" The divisionmander of the 7th Division said on the Skmunications while happily puffing on a cigar. This was a limited edition cigar, and he normally could not bear to smoke it. The 19th divisionmander, Moria, had a gloomy face, while the faces of the othermanders beside him had all turned blue. No meat, no vacations, these were things that the divisionmander could indeed carry out, and it was not the first time. The next few months would be torturous. "This hasnt ended. As we get nearer to the end, they get harder to catch. I feel that thesest twenty-four guys count for three per head, how about it?" The militarys search methods were doneyer byyer. The whole zone had already beenbed through at least ten or twenty times. It was not an exaggeration that they had dug three feet down, but there were still twenty-four others that had not been found. It may be slightly difficult, but no one doubted that they would never be found. In the history of the IGpetition, during this round, they had always found every single participant, and no one had been able to hide from the search. If they were dead, the life signal at the headquarters would then switch off automatically. "Shall we continue?" "Continue!" Themander of the 19th division ignited his inner fire. Originally, this search was given as a mission. While it was fun to take it as apetition, it would be difficult to suffer through theck of meat and vacations. However, Ans training program truly had such a course, and it was just advanced training for the troops. However, this was now a battle of their honor. A difference of forty-seven people. If others heard about it, wouldnt they look down on the 19th Division in the future? The 7th Division also picked up their pace. This was almost a certain victory, and they did not want it to fly out of their grasp. The title of being undefeated could not be taken for granted. The unmanned drones in the air had doubled, and the timings at which the banshees were dispatched increased in frequency. Any sort of clue was investigated, no matter if it was left behind by a human or not. The mecha pilots were watching the show, providing a hundred percent support to the troops. "Target found in H18! Anteans, two of them!" "An Arbiter found in the Y9 zone!" ... ... The reports continuously came in. The Anteans were no longer able to withstand the drain of using their runes, and Ans soldiers and the level of military technology represented the peak of humanity. Without considering the costs, they had spent all their efforts in locating the participants, and the Anteans could only acknowledge that fact. Rodriguez looked at the time. Almost twenty-four hours had passed, and basically everyone should have been caught. Although it was an IG game, if it took too long, it would also cause Anian soldiers to lose face. Judging from the current situation, although it was a group of elites, the round-up of the Anian army was still difficult to escape from. "General, currently there are still over ten people left," the officer under hismand reported, and the time had just passed the twenty-four hour mark. Rodriguez smiled slightly. His original intention was to solve the problem within 24 hours. Although there were still ten missing fish, the results were not too unexpected. This years IG was the best in 20 years, and it was normal to have such performance. "Raise the morale of the troops, and dig out these few cheeky brats." "Yes, General!" In the square, the captured participants had already assembled in their respective teams after being processed. Those that had been caught earlier watched as they brought the others in one by one, waking them up, treating them, and then dumping them here. It was unavoidable that those who had been sent here the earliest were embarrassed with their performance. Near the end, the participants did not have any shame on their faces, and were even looking down on the others, yet the rest who had been crushed could only look on sullenly. Of course, some of the participants were dissatisfied. For some countries, they indeed did not specialize in this area. However, a test was a test, and it was useless to be frustrated with the result. Whats more, this test was a test of the individualsprehensive ability. As the participants increased in number, the count on the main screen got smaller and smaller. Finally, the number had reduced to ten. The ten people had the right to be arrogant, as they had survived for more than 24 hours. "Ans Gemini, Sword Saint Aurora, Sword Magician Oz, Antis Bordia, Arbiters Olivios, Ghana Stars Leandre, Mansuos Vincent, Silver Snake Republics Kong Zhan, Gemini Gxys Ao Ziwei, ...Sr Systems Lear and Zhang Shan." The generals were also discussing the results, obviously proud of the warriors belonging to their own countries. There was nothing much more to be said about the An Empire, who could be considered the most arrogant in the entire world. Antis Bordia was also a famous character, proficient in both the techniques of Antis and that of humanitys. Arbiters Olivios... this person was not an unknown, better known as a murderous killer, but he was still considered a hero in Arbiter. Ghana Stars Leandre was a Naga, and these type of races had an advantage living in the wilderness, thus the results were not too surprising. Mansuos Vincent was the leader of their new generation, and the Silver Snake Republics Kong Zhan was the captain of the team, which had achieved great results thestpetition. Gemini Gxys Ao Ziwei was the only female, and was able to be the captain of the Gemini team. Her strength was beyond doubt. ...but in the list of ten people, there were two inconspicuous ones... Two members of the Sr System squad...... the Earthlings. Achilles and the rest had been captured, and Meng Tian had been caught even earlier. Faced with the huge numbers and superior equipment of the army, it was too difficult to hide. Everyone had tried their best, but there was no way to hide. Let alone them, even the other strongerpetitors did not have a chance. Therefore, they really did admire those who had still managed to remain concealed. Perhaps there was an element of luck, but only relying on luck was definitely not enough. Chapter 383: The Undying Warrior Chapter 383: The Undying Warrior Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Rodriguez thought that the search would onlyst another six hours, but when the six hours were up, the remaining ten of them seemed to have vanished into thin air, and were impossible to find. If they were dead, the monitor would be alerted to that fact. However, these ten people were still obviously alive. The other generals who were present were more interested in Rodriguezs reaction. They had such an advantage in numbers. If there were still unable to find these few members, An would be considered to have suffered a setback. Meng Ao was also sweating for Lear and Zhang Shan. Honestly, Zhang Shans performance was far from satisfactory, and although he had some inborn talent and genius, his training had started toote. His physical state was notparable to the others, which could be the biggest pitfall for the Sr System team. However... Zhang Shan had still not been caught, yet Meng Ao had thought that he would be the first. The other members had been waiting for such a long time, and could not help but chat. They couldnt help but marvel at the ce where they had been hiding. There were all sorts of ces, but they had all been caught in the end, as An was too well prepared. They were truly clueless on where these ten of them could be hiding. Back to the present, Zhang Shans first reaction to seeing the insects was that he was finished. With his current pathetic fighting strength, he was definitely not a match for the bugs. Would his be how he died? Zhang Shan could feel his heart beating rapidly and his pupils dting. Once the bugs crawled over, he would definitely be dead. However, the more desperate the situation, the clearer his mind was. He looked at the wall spider zergling in front of him, and a bold idea shed in his mind. There was an analysis of the Zerg in an anatomy ss before, and especially on these types of low-ranking zerglings. They had arge space in their abdominal cavity, which was sufficient to hide a person. At this moment, Zhang Shan couldnt bother too much, and activated his Ability X, disappearing in an instant. But when his body reappeared.... Damn, he was stuck, hanging just under the cliff. This was simply courting death. Zhang Shan took a deep breath. This was a matter of life and death. One more time! The second spatial movement, and Zhang Shans figure once again disappeared. This time, the bugs had also crowded around, but there were only a few of them, and two of them dragged the wall spider zergling away. Zhang Shans little heart was furiously beating away. It was pitch ck, with an indescribably disgusting stench. However, Zhang Shan did not dare to make a single movement. Luckily for him, the mouth of the wall spider zergling was slightly ajar, preventing him from suffocating to death. Zhang Shan followed the mountain path and was rolling all over the ce, so much so that his internal organs were about to turned inside out. Where in the world was he heading to? At this time, the worms were dragging various kinds of "food" into the cave. Some of them looked like ends, and the others looked like the corpses of some low-ranking bugs and a few other hunted animals. After an unknown amount of time, and with a loud crash, Zhang Shan felt himself being thrown onto an unknown surface, and then the surroundings became silent. Zhang Shan did not dare to move, and simply remained hiding until the end of time. At this juncture, if they still had not been caught, their hiding ce would probably be rather extreme. Rodriguez issued another order, to perform a B-level search, which had signified that the Anian army had not done their best previously. Rodriguez had a slight smile on his face. This was getting interesting. He truly wanted to see who would still be able to avoid this round of searches. Everyone was waiting in anticipation. Who would be the first to be caught amongst these ten monsters? In the half hour of performing a B-level search, one person was finally caught. It was Ghana Stars Leandre. This Naga had an extraordinary ability to integrate itself with nature, and had hidden himself within a tree trunk. When the soldiers caught him, they almost couldnt believe it. The hard Catn Iron Tree was dug by him, and it was even dug in from the roots up. If not for the highest level of lifeform detection that they had used, it would have been overlooked with certainty. However, for this round of searches, any small trail would be investigated thoroughly. When Leandre returned to the base, he was given a loud cheer by the Ghana team members, and his snake-like eyes also shone with pride. He had thought he would be thest one to be caught, but when he learned that there were still nine people, he was stunned. Who else would be more familiar with nature than the Naga? Another half an hour passed, and the remaining nine were still missing. The detection of all vital signs had been ineffective, and it seemed as though these nine had all vanished. Rodriguez did not expect that they would be so embarrassed. There were only two possibilities. One was that someone had broken through the line of defense and had gone outside the cordon, and the other was that they were hiding inside a bugs nest. For ordinary people, it may be impossible, but for these kids, that might not necessarily be the case. "Activate the A ss search!" "Yes, General!" The soldiers were also beginning to go insane. How long had it been? Yet they still had not managed to catch them all? Ans iron troops began to madly sweep the area, and did not seem to be too particr with the method. It was impossible to break through the energy barrier quietly, but near the barrier? They rushed over like a tide, and it turned out that there was a big discovery. Silver Snake Republics Kong Zhan and Gemini Gxys Ao Ziwei had been found. Both of them had unique Ability Xs, and borrowed the maic field from the energy shield to interfere with the search instruments functions. However, they were still caught. But both of them had achieved glory for their own countries. There were still seven remaining. An A-level search was performed, and an unanticipated search was being made outside the maic field. However, the search outside was performed by other troops. Rodriguez, although the border did not have any traces of an attack, since it was possible for others to pass by underneath it, perhaps it was also possible for some to silently pass through it directly? They had to be aware, as this was Antis team captain. Their understanding of technology was far superior to that of humanity. Hence, they had to be prepared for all circumstances. Even the soldiers who gave out the orders were shocked. To tell the truth, they did not believe that there were people could pass through the maic field silently. Theter it was, the more outrageous the methods would be. Achilles and the rest couldnt help but wonder where had Zhang Shan and Lear hidden themselves. "Lear may indeed have a trick or two hidden, but where could Zhang Shan be? His injury hasnt even been fully healed." Lie Xin couldnt help but see Zhang Shan in another light. Lears name could perhaps be left up there, but where could Zhang Shan be hiding? "Command the army to start sweeping all the bugs nests ording to the area, regardless of size, but not to attack!" Rodriguez issued a further order. Under a two-pronged approach, with just the maic bombs, the impact on these top yers would not be too significant. Hence, it was necessary to carry out aprehensive sweep of the nests. The meaning was clear for all to see, utilizing the harassment of the bugs nests in order to search for problems within it. It was to force the people inside to abat state. Once they were inbat, the life signs would then be detectable by the instruments. As soon as this trick was used, another four participants had been found. Ans Aurora and Oz had used some unknown method to control the brains of the bugs, and had hidden themselves in the deepestyer. A normal aggravation would not be able to affect them, but under a strong threat, all the Zerg would be mobilized, and the Queen Zerg had quickly found the irregrity in the minds, and started its counterattack. Aurora and Oz could also be considered lucky, as both of them managed to ughter their way out. Another one of them was Mansuos Vincent. This guy had surprisingly hidden in the initial nest that had been destroyed by the military. When the soldiers entered, he was sitting on the pile of bugs and eating their meat, showing off his cruel character. Yet another three were found. These three had also thought that they were thest ones to be found, but after reaching the base, there were still four more that had not been caught. Akerlof smiled. "Rodriguez, what is going on? Its been almost ten hours." Rodriguezs gaze was still rtively calm. "The position of Arbiters Olivios has been determined, but this kid..." Everyone was stunned when they heard it. He had kidnapped the Queen Zerg? What level was this guy at? Inside arge nest, the Queen Zerg was crawling on the floor like a dog. Not too far away seated a young man, a faint, blood red color in his eyes, and a bunch of bugs had crowded at the door, not daring to enter. The army was attacking outside, but the resistance of the bugs was not in sync, and they refused to go out. This had obviously vited the habits of the bugs, and the only possibility was that the Queen Zerg was being threatened. Who would have thought that the bugs had instead be his protection? The army had spent a full three hours before breaching this nest. Once they had entered, Olivios simply chopped up the Queen Zerg before casually leaving. The Anian troops hurriedly made way for him,pletely suppressed by his aura. Known as the ughterer of Thousands, Arbiters Undying Warrior Olivios. Any normal soldier who got close would immediately feel suffocated. Even so, Olivios was still captured. Now for the remaining three. Antis Bordia... Sr Systems Lear and Zhang Shan. All of their attention was on the Sr System. Antis Bordia was still Antis team captain, so it was not surprising that he had such a performance. As for the Sr System, there were still two of them... Was An going easy on them? That couldnt be right, they had even captured their own members. There was no need to go to such an extent for others. However... "Reporting. General, we found the whereabouts of Bordia outside the maic field," some soldiers reported. Everyone who had heard it couldnt help but gasp in surprise. The Anteans were truly incredible, able to silently bypass the defense of the maic field. This was likely due to a much better understanding of energy, and it was something that they themselves were unaware of. However, once their traces had been found by the military, it would be impossible to escape. Outside the cordon, they had even more tricks up their sleeves. But the two from Earth... "Increase the detection of living things. Even if its only a mouse, everything must be dug out!" Rodriguez couldnt help but frown. ording to his inference, there was no other way. Under the life detector, the bugs had already been swept once, and all the problematic bugs nests had already been searched. The execution of the soldiers had been ster; if there was even a slight issue, they would even ughter an entire bugs nest in order to look for the person. Now that there were no problems with the nests, only the underground was left. Perhaps there were people able to reduce themselves into a hibernating state, just like some animals. They had to admit that Rodriguez was really urate, and had indeed guessed correctly. Lear was currently underground. He was not breathing, and his whole body was simr to that of one in suspended animation. Using an expression from Earth, this was the state of a turtle, and his heartbeat was at the minimum. The energy produced by him was no different to that of a gopher. This was the Heavenly King Arts, able to take advantage of the worlds numerous lifeforms. Chapter 384 - Everyone is Good for Something Chapter 384: Everyone is Good for Something Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Every living thing in the area had been destroyed. The Anian soldiers had received a torrent of abuse from their superiors C how could they still not have found them? Bordia was still in hiding, but they had finally discovered Lear. Even the troops who dug him out were bbergasted. He had been like a corpse when they unearthed him, but in a mere few minutes he had been resuscitated, his body condition returning to normal. How many are left... had been the first words out of his mouth. The soldiers did not dare to neglect his status. When he was informed that there were two left, he nodded his head slightly. When he heard the first name, Lear was stunned. Zhang Shan... The corner of Lears mouth quirked with a curious smile. Lear returned to cheers, like a hero. He had buried himself five or six meters below a sand bunker near the Zergs cave, and had been deprived of oxygen for a considerable period of time. He truly was a monster. The rest of the team admired him in part but still shook their heads. Although his ability was suited to concealment, it was truly taken to the extreme. In any case, Earth had proved themselves. About an hour after Lear had been captured, Bordia of Antis was also captured. Only, nobody cared too much about this, because there was still one individual still on the loose, which was Zhang Shan from the Sr System Federation team. The entire field was buzzing with spection. Was this person dead? Otherwise, how could he still remain undiscovered? Rodriguez looked over at Akerlof. Akerlof shook his head. Apparently Zhang Shan was not dead, but alive and kicking. At that very moment, Zhang Shan was still lying in the worms stomach. After such a long time, he felt like he was bing a worm as well. When he got hungry, he would eat a few mouthfuls of the disgusting flesh. He had been disgusted at first, but then got used to it. Low grade worm flesh was all edible, just indescribably disgusting. But Zhang Shan did not hesitate to do so. It was no big deal. Everybody in the Sr System team could do it, so Zhang Shan just went with it. In his heart, he hade to terms that it was probably normal. He had to conserve his strength and stay alert. Judging by the movements in that period of time, he should have been dragged into the wormsir. When food was scarce, the worms would forage for food. Regardless if it was corpses of the same species or whatever else, they would store everything edible. Zhang Shan had no intentions whatsoever of moving. To him, this was undoubtedly the safest. Even the might of the Anian troops would require a stupendous amount of time to cleanly sweep through all the worm holes. But if the worms started to eat... Then he would ept his fate. He would rather die than go out! Actually, he calcted that the time was almost up. Before they started, he had heard the previous records. On average, 24 hours were sufficient, but Zhang Shan knew that this was far from required. That a mid-way enlistee like him could be here, at An,peting in this congregation of real warriors, was due to all the help that he had received on the way. When he had first awakened his powers, he had felt that he was born to do great things. But the further he went, the more he saw, and he hade to ept that he was simply too weak. Even with his warp ability, he was still a small fry. However, the world was made out of small fry, and given the chance, he would seize his opportunity! Others hadid down their lives for him to have this chance, and he was willing to put his own life on the line to repay their trust! Zhang Shan thereforey thus, but, meanwhile, the outside world was going crazy. Six hours after Bordia had been caught, the Anian troops had been whipped into a frenzy, but to no avail. This Earthling called Zhang Shan remained invisible. They heard that he had warping abilities. Rodriguez was beginning to suspect that he had hidden himself in another dimension. But this was merely wild imagination, because such an ability did not exist. Time ticked on, and the Anian troops used every trick in their book. They began a carpet-style search. The entire zones ground surface had been torn open. Not even the slightest trace of life was left uninspected. Yet still they found nothing. They increased the continual agitation of the worm caves to half an hour, but still found no unusual worm caves. The worms were more sensitive than humans, and it was impossible to hide under such circumstances. Furthermore, Zhang Shans ability could not control the worm caves. Even if he could, he would have been discovered. Warped outside of the maic field? Impossible. Such abilities were especially susceptible to failure from maic interference. Besides, there were no tracks outside as well. He must still be inside the caves. But they could not find him! Everyone was buzzing with conversation. Rodriguez was embarrassed. This was a direct challenge to the Anian troops ability and limits. If they could not find him, could he have vanished into thin air? It was not just Rodriguez that was guessing, but everyone else as well. Lear remained expressionless. The Sr System team was not too thrilled. They knew Zhang Shans situation. The better one hid, the riskier it was. Where in the world had that guy hid himself? Lear, Zhang Shan has seeded wonderfully. Even if he appears now, our Sr System team still passes, Lie Xin said. Lear was nomittal. He has finally proved to be useful. Anian people are really useless. How could they not find him when its so easy? Worthless bunch. The utterance was met by a collective exasperated sigh. Even those around him raised their eyebrows. The Sr System team seemed to have some internal strife. Lear, must you brag so much all the time? Lie Guang snapped. Lear huffed and said nothing. Achilles eyes were bright, as though he had thought of something. They had to think this through clearly. Zhang Shan was not dead, and not outside. If they had moved heaven and earth and not found him, that truly meant there was only one ce left. Somehow, he had hidden himself in one of the worm caves. But there were countless worm caves C how were they to find him? Rodriguez soon came to the same conclusion. The young Major General gave the order, and all the troops attacked every single worm cave ording to their designated zone. This was a huge effort, not something that could be aplished in a day or two. But what could they do when faced with someone willing to go to such lengths? After 36 hours, they again assembled the heavy artillery. All the worm caves had been swept clean, and still Zhang Shan could not be found. The Anian people were at their wits end. The Earthlings had be famous. This was the first time since the dawn of the IGs history that the Anian army had been helpless, even after such a drastic sweep had been carried out. The entire terrain had been razed, both aboveground and underground. It seemed like Zhang Shan must have flown himself into space. In the end, Akerlof used the positioning device. This signaled the end of the segment. Only then was Zhang Shan found. When the troopers cracked open the worm shell, Zhang Shan had cleaned out half the worm shell. His immediate reaction upon being discovered was dismay. Am I the first to be found? he blurted. The An troopers almost fainted. Damn it all, no one in their wildest dreams would have thought that somebody could hide in the food stores of a worm cave and not be found. This was unbelievable. The worms were unusually sensitive. Only someone like Zhang Shan could disce his way in a location which could seal his scent. Once the secret was out, such a method was worthless. It depended on luck to arge degree. But as they stared at the half-eaten worm shell, the Anian troopers could not help but give silent respect. Perhaps Zhang Shan was not as savage and domineering as those like Olivios, but he had done something that no one else could! All things in their being are good for something! Chapter 385 - Examinations are Eternal Chapter 385: Examinations are Eternal Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas It could be said that Zhang Shan hadpletely redeemed himself. Meng Tian and the rest were over the moon, although nobody gave Lear a hard time either. Clearly, he had done better than the rest as well, and was much stronger than them. If it had not been for him and Zhang Shan, the Sr System Federation would definitely have failed at this stage, but now the Sr System team would enter the next phase with excellent results. Furthermore, Zhang Shan holding out had bought precious resting time for Wang Zheng. Looking at the others celebrating, Lear departed alone. His sidekick Fatty Luo immediately caught up with him. Boss, Boss, wait for me. Lear ignored him, but Fatty Luo had skin as thick as city walls, and cared not at all. Boss, it was really unexpected that that punk Zhang Shan would be so lucky. Even trash can shine sometimes, Lear said indifferently. Hehe, but that said, Boss, didnt you purposely taunt him before thepetition? Luo Fei pointed out smugly. He knew Lear all too well. He would not do needless things. Zhang Shan was the type to respond to taunts, performing better the more heat he received. To this type of person, conversely, encouragement was not useful. Lear coldly looked at the overconfident Fatty. Fatty shuddered a little, and groveled behind Lear, making a note to speak more prudently. A dayter, Wang Zheng returned to the team. The official leader had returned. In truth, Lie Xin and the rest had been discussing who was more suited to be leader between Wang Zheng and Lear. At first they had favored Wang Zheng, and thenter Lear, and now it seemed to be Wang Zheng again. Although the process had been a little convoluted, keeping and expelling Zhang Shan from the team would have led to vastly different results, because they now had another dependable teammate. That said, Lears view was notpletely unjustified either C such luck could not hold. Nevertheless, peace was restored within the Sr System team, and their hearts were burning with a conviction that this IG would not end so quickly for them. The nextpetition round had begun. After thestpetition, everyone had been anticipating the nextpetitions rule announcement. After all the eliminations, things had reached a climax. Only one task remained. After its conclusion, the remaining 64 teams would enter elimination rounds. Those that had been offered direct invitations, such as An, had requested that these invitations be canceled, as they were willing topete through the elimination rounds in the spirit of fairness. However, given their standards, it was simply warm up, which would serve them wellter. Everybody was waiting in the great hall for the generals arrival. This time around its really freaking difficult. Antis is really harsh this time, looks like theyve hardened their hearts and are set on consolidating power. I hear the prince himself is leading a team. Thats too much. But winning the whole thing is going to be no bed of roses. Im betting on that monster from Arbiter. Eh, these are trivial concerns. The key to everything is the format of the IG. Its be even more difficult to predict. Although the previous years werent too far off, at least they used to give some heads-up. This time, itspletely secret. The various big powers are using this IG to demonstrate their strength. It could be said that although this IG is more challenging than any previous one, its definitely the fairest iteration as well. In the past, the smaller countries could never ess these rumors and hints. Although a semnce of fairness was maintained, when it came to the details, the influential countries always had a head start. This time was different. Everyone started on the same level field, and even the host, An, had not an inkling of forewarning. But the most unconventional team has been the Sr System team C they actually struggled all the way till now. But they do have some undisputedly dodgy abilities. Who else could think of using discement to bury himself in a dead worms stomach, and be carted back as food? Haha, thanks to him, we rested a few more days as well. Keke, besides, I cant wait for our team to go up against the Sr System. The Sr System had been the main topic of discussion these few days. It was both unconventional and out of the blue. They had be the dark horse of the tournament. Still, one did not begrudge them too much. The Sr System hadnguished for many years. They had umted talent for so long, and it was about time they made a name for themselves. See, hes here, isnt he? Their leader is out of the hospital. Looks like it was nothing serious. Serious my ass. Sustaining injury in a C-rank mission, thats a disgrace. It could even be D-rank, haha. Everyone was eyeing Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan. These two were definitely the MVPs of the Sr System. Leader Wang Zheng, with his unparalleled luck. To be chosen for revival in the resurrection round. And Zhang Shan, a freak of nature who had driven the Anian army crazy, driving the Sr System teams ranking up to the front. At the same time, their spectacr rise spelled trouble in theter days. Defeating the Sr System used tock a sense of aplishment, but things were different now. It would be a feather in someones cap. Aurora smiled, unruffled. I hear the neer you invited to the monastic convention is that Wang Zheng? After IG ends, we could headhunt him. Ozs mouth scrunched, then shook his head. Could be difficult. Aurora was surprised. Hasnt his performance fulfilled our criteria? Even if you call it luck, his ability is recognized. Oz shook his head. Its not a limitation on our side. He might not be willing to join us. Even in this year, are there actually people willing to stay in the Sr System rather than join us at An? Aurora was in disbelief. Overall, An was entirely worthy of the title of first in the gxy. Perhaps other empires like Arbiter, Mansuo, or the Gabriel Alliance could hope topete in terms of empire strength or military power, but in this aspect, An was a cut above. Oz still shook his head. Aurora, not everybody admires An! Aristocratic arrogance reared its ugly head again. They always thought they were the best. An was indeed good, but not everybody was willing to abandon their own country, especially warriors. Sword Saint Aurora gave a nomittal smile. Perhaps you are right. All of the teams that had avoided elimination so far had gathered on a field, awaiting the next order to action. At this moment, more than 10 IG officials and IG judges made their appearance on the fields main podium. The atmosphere became nervous. They were about to announce the next round of IGspetition format. Everyone, you are indeed fortunate to havee this far. Your individual quality and ability have deemed yourselves worthy of being the elite in the Milky Way Gxy. While you still may have some weaknesses, your advantage is your youth. Many are still students learning in the military. Very admirable. Although the path you walk is not cast in stone, many lie open before you. Your futures will be brighter than you are today... Akerlofs speech was galvanizing. Below the stage, everybody listened intently. Yet, no matter how you took it in, something was off. It sounded like a principals address at a school opening ceremony, or a ss monitors speech before the grade examination. But as an authority in the Milky Way, everybody still orded him their respect. Many amongst them had their eyes set on the position of Akerlofs subordinate. Alright. My speech ends here. All of you, please enter the library ssroom. Huh... Everyone below was stunned. Wasnt todaypetition day? Enter the library ssroom? What was going on? The team members began to feel uneasy... The electronic ssroom was capable of holding 2,000 people. Everybody was separated. Words in variousnguages appeared on the screen. They all said the same thing C Cheating was prohibited. Uproar... The whispering had suddenly turned into a heated discussion. What! It was really an exam? Damn it, what were they ying at? They hade to IG topete. They hade to pit themselves against the elites of other countries in a head-on fight! Cease all chatter! Cheating, giarism, andmunication will all be orded 0 marks. A minor offence means suspension, a major offence means individual elimination. An officials voice roared out, subduing themotion. Wang Zheng was a little off-bnce as well. He had not expected this round to be an examination, but after thinking about it, it made some sense. The foundation of the IG was to have both brains and brawn. They werepeting to be the elite of the Milky Way, and this was not something that could be determined by battles alone. As a result, the first round of IG selections had been restricted to the better military schools that had high standard results. Some countries members had ck expressions. These had all not been military school candidates. Some had been directly selected out of the military. Their battle prowess was indisputable, but a writing test... Tch! If they could score well, they would not have entered the military at such a young age, would they? The examination had begun. The test paper was directly transmitted to everybodys Skylinks, lighting up their screens. At this time, the dividers emitted a filtering beam, which restricted them to only be able to see their own screens, preventing cheating with the naked eye. At this time, these so-called elites had all kinds of expressions on their faces. Some, who might not have batted an eyelid when faced with an army of thousands, stared at the screen sickly, as though they had been poisoned. Please borate on the specific role ofary gravitation and ster gravity in inteary starships. Please write specific parameters... It seemed rather easy. They had learned simr things in high school. It could be called general knowledge, but everybody was normally so damned busy with training that even remembering general knowledge was not bad. To remember specific parameters? This tested them on the mecha system, not battleshipmand systems! Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were clearly cocky, writing freely. Was this really a test? Kindergarten level stuff. They had underestimated their intellect, these two were physics geniuses! The advancement ssrooms atmosphere worsened. Those that were stumped by the paper made up the majority, although there were quite a few who were writing at tremendous speeds. The Anian team, especially, had faint smiles on their faces. Arbiter had a few cocky faces as well, smirking. These questions? Easy peasy. The Anteans, who had beenfortably leading until now, had run into trouble for the first time... The first few questions that were rted to battles were still manageable. There weremon points that they could answer. However, the questions behind that were rted to human technology... How could they answer these? Although everybody developed at roughly the same pace, everybody developed inpletely different directions. Some of the questions were not even regarded as problems back on Antis. The basic power of runes could easily ovee these trivial problems, but for mankind, these were problems that fleetmanders had to seriously consider. Difficult, too difficult! Dont know, skip. Dont know again? Skip. Another nk? Continue skipping... The good thing was that many were multiple choice questions, and one could still make a blind stab at them. Chapter 386 - Alternative Combat Strength Chapter 386: Alternative Combat Strength Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan were not, in fact, the first to finish. Aurora was the first toplete, pressing the submit button on his Skylink. One secondter, the script was sent back to the main system, where further changes to answers could no longer be made. Aurora stood up and left the examination hall directly. Over 70 percent of the tested content was high school standard in An. Worthless. Following their leaders lead, the Anian people handed in their scripts soon after and left as well. Following the Anian peoples consecutive departures, the tension in the halls atmosphere became more stifling. Anxiety rose. Most had barely finished half the paper, and some had already submitted. The pressure was unspeakable. Furthermore, nobody knew what the judging criteria for this test was. Marks? Really? Could it be so simple? Impossible, this was IG! Could the time of submission also be included in the marking? In their hearts, these contradictory thoughts followed, interfering with their attempts to do the questions. Damn, these were hard questions! Over at the Sr System side... Composure. They were really tooposed. Cultural nurturing had always been a priority in the Sr System. Although different regions had their own methods of education, regardless whether it was the liberal education style of Mars, or the conservative education style of Earth, tests were at the core of the pedagogy. Everybody was over-experienced. Biannual end-of-semester tests and mid-semester tests, monthly school tests, bi-monthly ss tests, and various subjects tests assigned by the teachers themselves... Those who had been through a hundred battles were unshaken. You hand in your paper, and Ill just keep doing mine. Cool, calm, and collected. The Arbitans were clearly panicking, speeding up their answering. But the pressure they felt did not emanate from the Anians, who had been the first to submit and take their leave, but... Olivios! His murderous spirit! An aura of murder hung over Olivios like a cobra ready to strike at any moment. Not to theputer, but at the other Arbitans. Test? Olivios had never bothered with these things. He had always filled in his answers randomly. Could someone like that advance? His share of the marks now fell to his teammates. To be eliminated because of a test would rain doom upon the other Arbitans heads. Besides them, the Anteans and some other foreign star ns were also facing difficulties, although everybody generally felt that this test was perhaps a final reference check. To eliminate experts simply because of cultural ipetence seemed to be too overboard. Yet in todays world, a super soldier indeed had to possess all kinds of information and a worldly perspective. Anything was possible. Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan stood up at virtually the same time to hand in their papers. Zhang Shan went without saying. A gifted student in physics, the top student since elementary school. He would have continued this streak if it was not for the fact that he had switched streams. These questions? Keke, he could write a better test himself, let alone answer it. Wang Zhengs results went without saying as well. Every since he entered Ares College, he was the benchmark. Lear lifted his head and looked at Wang Zheng. Three secondster, he turned in his test and left as well, his face cold as ever. Zhang Shan gazed at him. More airs again. Zhang Shan acknowledged Lears battle prowess. It could not be helped, strength was strength. As a warrior, one had to be fearful of ones betters. This was not mindless terror, but an instinct for self-preservation. Living on was the prerequisite to surpassing them. He could now look towards subduing Lear as his next target. But in the aspect of examinations, Mountain Maiden was unafraid. From young, he had been the God of Examinations! Wang Zhengughed lightly. They walked out of the door, brushing past the Anian people who had been the first to submit. The An groups atmosphere was carefree. Indistinctly, their conversation topic was actually about the An ser clubs Super League match. The Sword Magician looked at Wang Zheng with nothing in his face, then swept past carelessly without a trace of anger. This bunch of punks are really stuck up. Is An really that awesome? Zhang Shan spat out. Wang Zheng did not reply. Zhang Shan pondered his own question. They were indeed deserving of their arrogance, they had virtually no weaknesses. Meng Tian, Zhang Runan, Lie Xin, Lie Guang, Luo Fei, and the rest also handed up their papers together. In a sh, the atmosphere in therge ssroom became even more cloying. The Ghana Star soldiers could endure no longer, and began to turn in their papers as well. Since they could not answer the rest anyway, they might as well turn in their papers a little earlier, in the hope of getting some time-based marks. At least doing so would demonstrate their decisiveness. Seeing the Ghana Star soldiers actions, many other teams also realized the same point. Truly, ruminating would yield no answers at this point. Super soldiers could afford to be a little ignorant, but decisiveness was a basic trait. Character ws were always the most fatal. Everybody sped up their answering speed. Those that they knew, they answered seriously. Those that were tooplex, they relied on their instincts to guess. Inparison... The Anteans werepletely absorbed in their work, oblivious to the atmosphere in the examination hall. Those that they did not know? Spare no effort to understand the question. Anyway, there was still time before the examination ended. As long as they allocated time properly, they would definitely answer all the questions within the time limit. That would be enough. They did not feel that earlier submissions would receive extra merit. There were many different approaches. The key was tomit unwaveringly after making ones decision. The rules had been stipted, and submitting within the time limit could not be penalized. Time ticked on, and one by one the teams handed in their papers... Outside the venue, many wereparing answers, andints flew thick and loud. Evidently, their results were not ideal. There was too many trap questions! That question looked easy, we did it before in high school, but who would have known there were so many pitfalls in it? Dont panic. This test is only aponent in determining our quality. Its for moderation. To the middle-of-the-pack teams like us, it has minimal effects. The ones hit hardest by it would be Antis. The Caragal captain, Max,forted his team calmly. They were third-tier teams with realistic goals. Their goal from the start had been to enter the top 128, and they had already aplished their national mission. Every step from now on was an unexpected bonus, and from the way things looked, they stood a chance. Everybody milled around, waiting for the results. It was a weird feeling, like they were all back in school again. An IG member stood up and announced, Everybody, please do not leave. The tabtion of marks will be released very shortly. Following that, we will announce the top 64. At this time, besides the Anteans in the venue, every other team had already submitted their scripts and exited. Are the Anteans really going to write to thest second? Everybody was discussing such things. In truth, everybody was stressed, even Max of Caragal. Although he had said those things about aplishing the national mission and unexpected bonuses, who did not dream of bing a dark horse and taking the championship? It was exactly because they hade so far without being eliminated, that they had started to dare to dream a little. Chapter 387 - Unconventional Disdain Chapter 387: Unconventional Disdain Trantor: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas The bigger ones hopes, the more anxious one became, especially when it was not in ones forte. The second round would directly eliminate half of the participants, a staggering number. Besides those that had absolute confidence in their qualification, those hovering on the borderline became even more anxious. The Sr System team was also checking answers. Lear stood at the fringe, uninterested in such things beneath him. Zhang Shan and Lie Guang were going at it heatedly. On the whole, Lie Guang did not seem to have done badly, although the gap between him and Zhang Shan was clear. Out of a hundred, Ive definitely got at least 90. Zhang Shan was brimming with confidence. He was just shy of calling himself the God of Examinations, and he vowed to bring his aura of awe from thest round to this. After an hour, the Anteans also handed in their scripts, at the veryst minute. Everybody was now ounted for. The marking and totaling had already begun the moment the Anian people handed in their scripts. As the examination ended, the results were announced readily, the marks being transmitted to the Skylinks in each candidates hand. The Anian people all had smug smiles as they looked at the Skylinks results. As expected, they had all scored well in those questions they knew well. Those they didnt had yielded a few lucky guesses as well. Their average score hovered around 85, which was definitely the high score. Sword Saint and Sword Magician even had the same exact score C 90. Sword Magician Oz was the picture of regret. It cant be, a draw? Aurora, you wouldnt have done it on purpose, would you? Was it so difficult to determine who was better? Damn, they had even scored the same in the examination. Sword Saints face was deadpan. You exin to me how I did it on purpose, and Ill admit defeat right here. The other Anian members choked back augh. Lie Guang looked at the results. Tch, 73? Examination God Maiden, how did you do? Zhang Shan was in a daze. Lie Guang peeked. 86? Didnt you say you were guaranteed 90 and above? Zhang Shan reddened. Even gods slip up sometimes, let alone mortals. I shouldnt have gotten these few questions wrong. I overlooked a few differentials in the essential conditions, which would lead to variations in the results. I chose based on experience, and fell into the trap. The fall after the pride. Wang Zhengughed as well. Me too, too careless. I guess I was affected by the Anian teams early submissions as well. 87. Lie Xin and the rest were all smiles, having scored 75 and above. Furthermore, Achilles had 83. Within the Sr System team, they already had three people in the 80s. Lie Guang rubbed the back of his head. It couldnt be. Im the worst scorer? Oh, right, theres still Lear. At this moment, everybody turned to Lear, who was standing apart from them. Besides them, the other teams results were not too ideal. Over snatches of conversation, they seemed to be in the range between 60 and 75. If Lear had 80 as well, then the Sr System would have four in the 80s, and they would have creamed this round easily. Lear was emotionless, clearly having no intention of revealing his result. Over at the Arbitans, under the gaze of Olivios, the other team members heaved a collective sigh of relief. Their results were not bad, with an average of 72. Some teams were ecstatic, some gloomy. The final elimination tally was released quickly as well. Akerlof walked out, looking down upon the waiting masses below the stage. He began to read out the chosen teams names: Antis Alliances team, although their test average was not shockingly high, their outstanding earlier performance had secured them first ce at present. The Anteans did not cheer, receiving their first ce calmly. Arbiter Republic team... An Empire team... Mansuo Empire team... Gemini Union team... Silver Snake Coalition team... When theter names were being read, they elicited loud cheers. Not everyone was asposed as the stronger nations like Antis. To be able to enter the top 64 was already an admirable feat. Sr System Federation team... As reasonably expected, the Sr System Federation team was alsofortably ahead. Zhang Shan had earned the Sr System too many points in the previous round. The Sr System team was cheering as well. Hey! This result was definitely a milestone victory! But Akerlofs next words gave the Sr Systems cheers brief pause for a second: Additionally, the Sr System Federation teams Lear had scored the highest in this test, with 97 points, and so the Sr System Federation team would earn an additional 10 points! Zhang Shan, who had been celebrating with abandon, sobered up immediately. Damn, it couldnt be, Lear? The top scorer? 97? And the highest scorer this time around? Invigtor, sir, you must have made a mistake, the name should be Zhang Shan, right??? Lear was heedless to the gazes he was receiving, causing the celebratory mood to wane. After all, Lears forte was in ruining the mood, that was for sure. Akerlof continued to announce the 64 names. The cheers were rising. Every team that had their name read was in a frenzy. Some were crying, a rare time for the men who did not cry easily. On the other hand, the teams which had not been called became even more nervous, muttering the count to themselves. 31, 32... This was the number of teams that had been called. As it increased, it meant that their chances were diminishing. Akerlof read with an even pace, reading the team names without pause. Very quickly, only 10 names out of the 64 remained unread. Some teams had started to despair, but looked hopefully towards Akerlof, withplex gazes, as though they bore the weight of the world on their shoulders. Some team captains had already started to console their members. Dont mind it. Weve done well enough. Its not that were not capable, but rather that our time hasnte. We should be happy that we made it to the IG, and can bring back happy memories. Perhaps some amongst you can make aeback next time. As for me, I cant, so dont hang your heads in despair. Raise them up. Were all heroes for having made it this far. The team names left Akerlofs mouth one after the other. At this time, those that were called were truly over the moon, as though they had been to hell and back. Their happiness was truly sweet. Thest team. Akerlofs reading pace had slowed, and the atmosphere became iparably thick. The qualified teams were still celebrating, while those that had not were at once despairing and hopeful, even praying. Caragal team. The previous mentioned 64 teams enter the mainpetition. Akerlof had finished reading. The entire scene was prized. After panicking for so long, and even resigning themselves to returning disappointed, the Caragal team leaped up as one. They had thest chance C thest name to be read out. Max hugged his teammates tightly, howling... They could count themselves the dark horse as well. Ever since Max had passed a B-rank mission, the Caragal team members were afire as well. They had exploded with a fearsome battle prowess. When their morale was high, they could definitely bring to bear their strongest power. As for the teams that had not been called, they had sunk into darkness. Many had sunk to their knees unbearably. How could this be? How could this have happened? They had brought their best ability to bear, even surpassing themselves. Their battles were faultless. Everybody had been cheering for them to advance, advance, advance, and they had let everybody down... Uncontroble tears fell. They were not just weeping, but howling in anguish! They had endured too much, prepared too much ining here. They would rather have fallen or died in battle than to be eliminated in such a fashion, but there were no more chances. To them, this iteration of IG ended here. Some might have another chance, while the door would close forever on others. Only entering the mainpetition could rightly be counted as the official IG. The Sr System team could feel the envious gazes. The countless Sr System teams in the past had been the same. In this moment, they had finally broken through to the main IG. Meng Ao, who had just received the news, could not resist twirling his fist in triumph. This bunch of little brats were really too impressive. Although they had seen some rough patches, they had seeded! Entering the mainpetition had already exceeded their initial expectations, but after witnessing Wang Zhengs performance, Meng Ao decided that simply aiming for the mainpetition was insufficient. The Sr System team definitely had a shot at moving a step further. As long as they utilized their battle strategy well, they could definitely have the potential to advance even further. The qualified and eliminated members left as two separate droves, only, one was returning home, while the other would soonmence another round of fighting C the real battle was about to start. Perhaps to some teams, being eliminated in this round was not necessarily a stroke of misfortune. Chapter 388 - Victor’s Might