Chapter 1198 - 651 - 659

Chapter 651: Great Success

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

But just at the moment where he was about to enter, Wang Zheng faltered, short by a little.

Without the help of Blade Techniques, he felt that his mental exertion was short of something, although his Primordial Regression Technique had no problems at all.

Even the cleverest housewife could not cook without rice.

But Wang Zheng was still happy. Greed was not a flaw of his. As long as there was progress, then the rest would have to come at its own pace.

Even without Blade Techniques, as his mastery over mental energy improved, he would attain it someday. He could not hope for heaven to keep throwing biscuits directly at his head, like the Rubik's cube.

Thinking thus, Wang Zheng was pretty happy. After tidying up a little, he brought his cauldron downstairs.

The night should be quite lively. Many had already arrived. Activities at Elite Academy were frequent, especially for those from the same hometown. Only, the Solar System Federation was a minority, and setting up such things was impossible. Compared to the others, the Solar System had to tolerate this more.

Wang Zheng and Zhan Shan had naturally come. Oli, Majgull, Eisen and the rest had come, and of course Ai Xiaolu and De Fulei.

From being madly in love to falling out of love, Zhang Shan had recovered quickly enough. But recovering from loss or not, Zhang Shan was always happy to be wherever the beautiful girls were.

With Zhang Shan around, there was never a worry of an awkward atmosphere.

"Zhang Shan, you used to major in physics too?" De Fulei asked, surprised.

"This guy loves to brag. Maybe he was referring to elementary school science lessons." Majgull quipped.

"D*mn, you can doubt my sexual preferences, but you can't doubt my awesome ability."

They were rendered speechless. What kind of logic was that?

"On this point, at least, he's not bragging. For the first half of year 1, he was still a member of the physics department, until he changed."

"D*mn, you're actually a genius too."

"That goes without saying. To think back to the times when we were Teacher Xiao Fei's assistants." Zhang Shan was not one to hide his colors. Give him one color of shade, and he would think about starting a dye shop.

Following that, the bragging began in full swing. In such situations, as long as Wang Zheng did not expose him, the rest would only be oohed and aahed by his increasingly preposterous tales.

Just as they were enjoying themselves, Wang Zheng's Skylink rang. Walking to one side, it was from Xiao Fei.

Hopefully nothing bad had happened. Wang Zheng's head was aching enough about this already. Ai Xiaolu's investment had already reached the limit as well. If this still did not work, he might have to find other researches to collaborate with. Continuing like this was not viable. He already owed a huge debt, and if this continued on, he would really have to whore himself out.

Thinking thus, Wang Zheng felt it was better to take the call at one side.

"Wang Zheng, Wang Zheng, Wang Zheng!" Xiao Fei appeared exceptionally happy, calling out his name oblivious to anything else.

"Teacher Xiao Fei, what is it that has gotten you so happy?"

"Congratulations to you!" Xiao Fei suddenly said.

"Congratulations to me?" Wang Zheng was unprepared for this. Such unexpected sweet words. Could it be that something bad had happened again?

"Keke, Teacher Xiao Fei, my courage is frail. Please don't scare me, and just get on with it."

At this moment, a huge crowd gathered behind Xiao Fei. Marcus and the entire team's members had maniacal grins.

Marcus stretched his head over, bellowing: "WANG ZHENG, WE SUCCEEDED!"

The entire laboratory erupted into cheers, and the usually reserved Marcus had lost his head as well. Xiao Fei was so excited her bosom was heaving, and exuberantly gave Wang Zheng a flying kiss. "Boy, we succeeded!"

Although she did her best to hold it in, she eventually failed, and Xiao Fei's happy tears leaked out. The others were the same. They did not know how many days and nights had gone by without peaceful rest. The entire team had been closeted in the laboratory. This was no longer just a work goal, but had already become a life goal. This was an ideal.

And now they had faced down innumerable doubts, and overcome all the doubt heaped upon them. Now they had succeeded!

Behind them, on an assembled demonstration device, success was displayed. A stream of numbers that represented the perfect success rate.

Wang Zheng was a little light-headed too. Honestly, Wang Zheng had not been mentally prepared for this. His understanding of the logic was good, but the transfer from paper to reality was a difficult road, and he had not held high hopes for this. He thought 3-5 years was necessary. Only, Xiao Fei controlled the samples, and her experimental approach was very heavy handed, as if it was success or bust.

Luckily, she succeeded!

Zhang Shan had noticed as well. "Wang Zheng, what's up? Something good?"

Wang Zheng turned around, punching a fist fiercely into the air. "Success!"

"Success? What's succeeded!"

"The space program experiment has succeeded!"

Zhang Shan leaped up immediately. "What, success??? So fast!"

"Zhang Shan, you scoundrel, dare you doubt my abilities? Don't think I can't get to you just because you switched majors!" Xiao Fei said.

Zhang Shan was actually rather afraid of Xiao Fei. "Keke, esteemed mentor, it is as you said. I would doubt God before I dared to doubt your prowess. This is going to be awesome!"

Xiao Fei gave a proud smile. "I wanted to let you know first. I'll leave the details to next time. You can rest easy now. And as for that friend who invested, let her know that the investment return is definitely at least 10 times!"

Ai Xiaolu had been listening from the side. In an instant she had already drawn her own conclusions. Why stop at 10 times? She had thought the program would need at least 3 years to see results, and even then a positive outcome was not guaranteed. To think it would be over so quickly.

And in truth she had only invested for a month. This was really her win. She had earned a great sum.

But without Ai Xiaolu's key investment, this program might not have succeeded. That sum had been a lifesaver and a morale booster, and had allowed the researchers to work unhindered. It was the road of no return.

Succeed or die!

Others had not understood the situation too clearly, but Snow Li and the others knew.

"Congratulations, Wang Zheng. This will shake the entire Milky Way." Snow Li smiled.

"What is going on? Why are you all lurking about?" Oli asked suspiciously.

"Warp flight's space transmission has been successfully applied from theory to reality!"

Wang Zheng said. This was definitely a respectable achievement. The theory itself had shaken the Milky Way, but theory was just a theory, and had no credit. But once theory became reality, that was a completely different matter.

At the onset, Wang Zheng had indeed rendered some help, but in the later phases of experimentation, he had left Xiao Fei and her team to their own devices, besides bringing in some investment.

It had not even been that long. This was incredible.

Although most of those present did not fully understand what that meant, but it sounded really awesome.

"Teacher Xiao Fei, this is a success that guarantees your position in the world of science!" Ai Xiaolu was clearest among those present. In today's world of investment, two resources dominated. One was mineral resources and the other was technology. KING company's program would have far-reaching effects, whether in military or civilian use. This was not something that money could account for.

Looked like before long, the entire Milky Way would go crazy because of this news, and another issue quickly occurred to Ai Xiaolu. The fight over Titaa Star's resources would become even more intense.

Because of these developments, the super-gravity energy ore was necessary.

After Ai Xiaolu's explanation, the audience went from confused to seeing the implications of this matter.

Wang Zheng laughed it off. "Forget about making big bucks. In the short term, such a technology will be dominated by the military. We still need more breakthroughs."

"Keke, Wang Zheng, no need to be so humble. The success means that money will not be an issue. Cementing such a position, if you need any future investments, just say the word." Ai Xiaolu was speechless regarding her own luck. She had invested purely because of Wang Zheng. He was the major shareholder of KING, was highly competent, and a decent person. In all aspects, she would not suffer a great loss, but to reap returns so quickly was almost embarrassing.

Profits had been the reason for the initial craze surrounding KING company. But the risks were too high, and the returns too far in the future. They had abandoned it promptly. In that period of time, Xiao Fei and KING company had faced not only financial pressure, but also from within the scientific field. Those in the same field who were jealous of Xiao Fei had been especially snide.

They called her a hen that laid no eggs, accused her of demagogy, and called for her to go be an actress instead.

In truth, the scientific world had plenty of people who were nothing but pretty faces spouting ungrounded theories.

Back then, the theory itself had such a huge impact, even causing Wang Zheng and Xiao Fei to enter Genesis Coffee because of that. Now it would be turned to military use, and this impact was not something that Wang Zheng could estimate.

In the future, Little Lucky Star and OMG would also benefit from this.

Although overjoyed, Wang Zheng quickly calmed down. This was after all Xiao Fei's career, and he was very happy for her. Looking at it another way, he had completed one of Old Merchant's wishes. Old Merchant must have hoped for him to become a brilliant physicist, following in his path. But in the end, Wang Zheng had struck out on his own path, but Xiao Fei had realized his dream. And Xiao Fei's unwavering perseverance was definitely one of the necessary factors in creating greatness.

Conceivably, today was a day of celebration for the entire team.

In the history of humanity, every breakthrough technology was accompanied by far-reaching effects. Humankind had its success of today because of this group of "stubborn" people, who believed that truth was controlled by a small few.

Besides Ai Xiaolu, the rest did not have much of a reaction. Another successful experiment, was all. The rest was too far to think about.

Everybody resumed their original conversation. Wang Zheng understood that a new wave was about to begin.

He had wanted to notify Ye Zisu and Yan Xiaosu immediately, but now had decided to wait. This was something that Xiao Fei would definitely do, and he should leave it up to her. And besides, this was the first successful experiment, and it was unknown how much was coincidence and how much was predicted. Given Xiao Fei's character, it was basically a success, but she would probably need at least another 2-3 days for after she calmed down to think it through logically and finalize the results.

Chapter 652: Great Men Have to Act Fast

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

But at least he could rest easy now. Xiao Fei's success had encouraged him greatly. Perseverance always faced despair, but people lost to themselves, not to tough times.

Everybody celebrated, and they were all in high spirits. Zhang Shan had been quite removed from this matter for some time now, but he was still happy for teacher Xiao Fei, and then gave it no further thought. He was still agonizing over how to improve his own abilities. The more he learnt, the more he felt his own inadequacy. And Zhang Shan was the competitive kind. The more he felt others' strength, the more he was dissatisfied. His brain could always come up with some strange ways of thinking that nobody else understood.

The three including Ai Xiaolu were not using cauldrons. Instead, they were strolling in the school garden, evidently with matters to discuss.

"Xiaolu, is it for real? It's just a technological change, could it be that overblown?" De Fulei was disbelieving, and at one side, Snow Li was looking doubtful herself.

"Do you think me rich with no brains? I've thoroughly understood this program. Xiao Fei and Wang Zheng used this theory's name back then to get their name known. Wang Zheng was also awarded the highest university student prize of the year. The theory behind this program is outstanding, but the application process is of the highest difficulty. Therefore, once the experiments met with difficulties, many investors gave up. After all, the success rate of such programs are just about 3-5 percent." Ai Xiaolu sighed ruefully.

"But even if it succeeds, is it profitable?" De Fulei was no normal person. Not all technologies were profitable.

Ai Xiaolu nodded in agreement. "This program will not be profitable in the short term. It cannot be."

"Why?" Snow Li did not understand it. Such a program needed to be applied to something profitable. That was the goal of inventors.

"Because this program is too sensitive. The warp movement's transmission is now a matter of national defense. Probably nobody thought that it would succeed. Just wait and see, if you're still in doubt. When the time comes, all the countries will be fighting just the same." Ai Xiaolu understood this all too well.

"That's a good thing."

"Of course. At least, KING company's stock will rise rapidly. In many regards, there will be many countries buying the usage permits. But this program is so sensitive that for the next few years, I'm afraid that it will be restricted to military use, and private companies will not be able to make use of it.

Ai Xiaolu sighed. "Of course, making it commercial is only a matter of time. In the time to come, the Solar System Federation is about to make it big."

All 3 understood that this program belonged to the Solar System Federation. Although other countries wanted to use the privilege, it was unquestionably subject to the games of politics and economics.

Perhaps KING company itself would be unable to raise a huge profit, but their political status would rise immeasurably, leaping in an instant to lead scientific research. They would never have to worry about investors again.

And in truth, those like Xiao Fei were not so worried about money, as they were about freedom and control.

In research, the most extensive usage of the Milky Way Alliance's resources and conveniences were only available to the top research projects. Previously, KING company's status could definitely not access it. Such privilege was not something that money could buy.

Incredible was the only way to describe it.

Ai Xiaolu's investment this time round had paid off good returns to the Ai Shi group. But honestly, even an investment which immediately returned 10 times was no big deal to a huge financial group like theirs. It would merely add some brownie points for her. But the political benefits that the program would bring were on a whole new level.

Hail Cloud Alliance would hold priority in future usage permit negotiations because of this. When considering political balance, KING definitely held full initiative, especially since it was a private company.

And the Ai Shi group, through this matter, would increase their status within the Hail Cloud Alliance as well.

Ai Xiaolu was thinking of the various impacts in different aspects. This was not inferior to the influence of the superconductor.

Snow Li and De Fulei did not understand this very thoroughly, but had the impression that Wang Zheng was amazing. In mecha, he was already super strong, but to think that he had other talents as well.

"Snow Li, go for it! We support you!" De Fulei suddenly laughed.

Snow Li reddened, and Ai Xiaolu pressed her as well. "What are you afraid of? 9 in 10 men are bad nowadays. It's rare to meet a good one. If you don't make a move, I will."

But Snow Li just sighed gently.

"No way. Snow Li, what's up? Is there something off about this guy's orientation?" De Fulei exclaimed exaggeratedly. She and Ai Xiaolu had always felt that no male, whether human or otherwise, could withstand Snow Li's charms. On this point, the girls of Hail Cloud Alliance had always felt proud.

Snow Li just shook her head. "Don't be so nosy, all right? Me and him are just good friends."

De Fulei looked like she wanted to say something, but Ai Xiaolu held her back. "Alright then, we just got a little over-excited and pushed it. Actually, after thinking carefully, he's only barely deemed good. He still needs consideration."

The 3 girls chattered excitedly together, but they felt that Wang Zheng aroused curiosity. In terms of criteria, he did not score too well in terms of money or status, among those that they knew.

Ai Xiaolu did not want to put Snow Li in the spot. As a good friend, she had felt that Wang Zheng kept his distance from girls. Such situations only had one possible explanation, a getting-over phase.

Guys usually thought with their lower heads, quickly latching on to another. As long as they looked not bad, they would quickly recover. But occasionally a different creature emerged. Wang Zheng was counted a rare animal. If she was a guy, she would definitely not be able to resist Snow Li's charms.

De Fulei felt it as well. Only, among the male classmates she was familiar with, they either had their eyes cast outwards, or liked to loosen the soil around the claimed flowers. Wang Zheng was something different.

Wang Zheng kept sneezing, almost dropping the flying device. He rubbed his nose. "D*mn, have I caught a cold?"

The space program's success did not simply hold great meaning for Xiao Fei, but also for Ares College. But in order to guarantee the experiment���s accuracy, Xiao Fei and her team had to try it more. They wanted to perfect the experimentation process to prove beyond doubt that they had succeeded. The entire application process was fairly stable, to the point where it could be used practically.

Gu Te was also ecstatic to the point where he did not know what to say. As the principal of Ares College, to be able to manage Ares College to this level when he was about to retire left Gu Te with no worries.

Looking at the report which Xiao Fei had offered to him, he gave a satisfied smile. This wench was really something. To think that back in the day, Xiao Fei had been difficult to deal with, going against the system. Although she was a student of the Ares College, she did not think much of the school's standard. Back then, Gu Te would never have dreamed that the rebellious wench would become the pride of Ares College.

Chapter 653: Tyrant Su's Games

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

Gu Te was overjoyed. Back in the day, he had expressly gone to Aslan to invite back Xiao Fei, who had just graduated. Xiao Fei had no intention of coming back – Earth's research and technology conditions were too poor, and she did not want to waste her life away. But Gu Te had changed her way of thinking. If the Earth wanted to come out of its slump, it needed precisely outstanding youngsters like herself. If even she gave up, then how would Earth ever have a future?

There had been arguments. Xiao Fei had her own stubborn streak, but in the end she gave up a sweet deal on Aslan to return to Earth, becoming a mentor in Ares College. It had been more than 6 years. To Gu Te, it seemed like a lifetime ago.

Young people were the hopes of tomorrow.

Gu Te had been firm on this point. Which was why, in his principal nomination, he only left one name.

Only she was suitable to be the principal of Ares College, and he hoped she would be able to bring the Ares College even further, nurturing more talents for Earth and the Solar System.

The power of a role model was invaluable.

On Earth, one could also succeed!

Thinking back on his lifetime, Gu Te felt that he had made his share of mistakes, but had contributed as well. In the end, he had no regrets.

Gazing out the window to the sunlight, Gu Te smiled contentedly. He could finally retire.

If the program failed, this charge would raise debate. But now, as long as Xiao Fei agreed, then the zone members would cry with joy.

Although the news had not been formally announced, but those like Ye Bingwen naturally were informed. OMG had suffered for this program rather badly as well. If not for Tita Star's situation which stabilized the situation and stock prices, OMG might not have tided through. But now… the horizons stretched endlessly.

Ye Bingwen was in high spirits as well. All this while, he had not thought that this day would come. He had actually become a council representative of the Solar System Federation. Perhaps he really was suited for politics, although the waters here were even deeper than the financial world. One needed money, status, and influence. The wave to the response on Tita back then had passed, and now he and Solon both felt that they had hit a wall, as if they had been hit by a time-slowing spell. And the moment they revealed any weakness, they would be furiously brought down by their opponents.

It was time to counter attack.

This space technology concerned the entire Milky Way. This was something that any army must control, if a favorable outcome was to be even remotely possible in warp flight situations. Such deficiencies would be fatal.

And such a program's military value was much higher than the economic value. Ye Bingwen could not only cement his own position in the Solar System Federation council, but could simultaneously increase his own influence.

This was his sword of Damocles.

Of course, the economic value would appear as the stock prices rose as well. They had to make ready.

The time for counter attack was imminent!

At Elite Academy X, the school curriculum would not change for the qualifiers. Wang Zheng's approach did not change much either. Things like sudden breakthroughs could not be counted on. Besides, those usually happened under special circumstances, but were definitely built on the accumulation of usual experience.

Zhang Shan had cut the bragging as well. When it was time to get serious, he would not drop the ball. Oli was preparing diligently as well. From the looks of it, she was looking to acquit herself well in front of Olivios. It looked like she had some pride as well.

Some were getting busy, but some were completely relaxed. After all, to the Huang Grade, such a stage was a little too high. Even if they wanted to join, but they lacked qualifications. Although the Xuan Grade had a livelier response, but this mainly came from the top 3 classes. Even the interest from the other classes was not too warm. It looked like participation was not on everyone's mind, but attention paid to itwas unquestionably rising.

Not just students, but teachers as well. At such competitions, all the mentors would be present. This was a good chance to observe the students' capabilities and condition.

There was a big difference in learning rewards between the average student and those favored by the mentors.

Ling Luoyu was giving her all as well. She fervently hoped for good results in this competition. Ever since the last gathering, Gail had only mentioned Wang Zheng once and, with a look of regret, dropped the subject after seeing her lack of interest. Ling Luoyu had heard form Mo Ling that Snow Li seemed to be chasing this Wang Zheng. Who knew what she was thinking.

With the big battle imminent, Olivios was fairly calm. There was no sign that he was increasing his training load. He attended lessons as usual. He seemed the most out of it.

Honing his strength for the big push!

On faraway Tita Star, Yan Xiaosu and company were enjoying service of the highest caliber. As the honored guests of the Governor and Council Representative, the entire hotel was at their beck and call, delivering the best service. There were plenty of rumors going around, but all that was known was that they were from Earth, and mainly dealt in everyday products. It seemed very mysterious.

Jasper sat on the spacious sofa, fondling his female secretary's ass. But the feel, which had intoxicated him just a while ago, now held no attraction for him. Outside the window was the splendid natural scenery of Tita Star. Who would have thought that a priceless treasure was contained beneath these trees?

Super-gravity energy ore development? Some had genuinely come to develop a primitive planet, but it was really for the super-gravity energy ore. Only, coming directly was not an option. Coming through a circuitous route was the best way. Presently, all the ore was bought by official government purchasers, but it would have to be released to the market sooner or later. Whoever had the best relations with the Tita people would have a better shot at it.

Tadinger Group had thought this way, just as every other financial group did. The wine-drinker's mind was not on the cup.

Of course the Tita people and those of the Lan family knew this. This was an open secret, and depended on how well they did it.

Only, who would have thought that that unremarkable fatty was actually the key to the whole thing?

Little Lucky Star, a small label which made sanitary towels. Honestly, it scared Jasper silly. Were they so awesome?

Could Mu Sen's concubine like such things?

Was this some sort of joke?

Of course, one could laugh it off, but things were not so simple. Jasper had pulled what strings he could, but such a small company was like a sesame seed. There was not even information to be had.

But Jasper believed what he saw. Lan Ling's warm expression was directed to the fatty. It had no real connection with the company itself.

And Governor Mu Sen's personal reception at night was unbelievable. Everybody knew that Governor Mu Sen was the real controller of Tita Star. The Lan family was in charge of organization, but had no real decisive power. The Titan was the spiritual leader, but the giants were not suited for organization. If the deal was to be struck with the giants, then business would be all too simple. But the Tita intellectuals were even wilier than humans. Doing business with them was a tough nut to crack.

In such a situation, those who could earn Mu Sen's favor were few and far between. Although not much was known, but clearly it had fallen on that rube called Yan Xiaosu.

Jasper's inspection of the business situation this time round was but a pretext. He had mainly come to play. Of course it was not only him in the group. At the same time that they were playing, they also kept an eye out for the next big break. To these 3rd generation heirs to the family business, work and play were not separate. The world was not divided into playboys and not playboys. That was too rigid. Although their personalities were more relaxed, but they were not unintelligent.

And clearly Jasper had seen an opportunity. He eyed the wench beside him. She was a 3rd year economics student in the capital of Lya Sphinx, working at the Tadinger company. He had favored her, and chosen her as his secretary. Given his personality, he grew bored of most women in a week, but this girl had been with him for a while now. She looked good, and had a great personality as well. She was not a basic girl, where one lost appetite quickly.

As a man, he had obviously recognized the interest in Yan Xiaosu's eyes. When necessary, what needed to be sacrificed must be sacrificed.

Natalie could read the look in men's eyes. She sighed lightly. Her fate was never in her hands.

Yan Xiaosu had not expected Jasper to actively come calling. He had no intention of rejecting him, as a businessman himself. After he calmed down, he was clear that Lan Ling and Mu Sen had no real connection to him. This was all out of respect for Wang Zheng. This was helpful for business, but from another angle, this brought problems as well. Because Little Lucky Star had neither prodigious charm nor ability, this might reflect badly on Wang Zheng instead. Yan Xiaosu knew that Wang Zheng had a place in the Tita people's hearts. They saw Wang Zheng like a god, and anyone he introduced must no doubt be excellent.

Old Yan and the rest had left to the bigger cities to conduct field research. There were no problems with access, and Old Yan and the team had been very happy. They had been favored indeed. Only Yan Xiaosu was not satisfied. He was thinking about how to ensure that things went well, and so well that it was memorable.

But even the best housewife could not make a meal without rice. This was indeed a difficult matter. KING company had entered dire straits, and the capital of OMG and Little Lucky Star was not in a comfortable zone either. And to want to work magic here was no easy task. It was saturated with financial groups, and even if Little Lucky Star did its best, it could not reach their level.

Jasper and Natalie had finally reached the top floor. This was the most mysterious place, with the tightest security. If one did not obtain the permission of the owner, one could not possibly enter.

Even Jasper, who had travelled widely, was tongue-tied at the bold decoration. The reliefs embedded in the walls were actually made of super-gravity energy ore. But that was to be expected. What was hotly fought over outside was actually in abundance here, only it was sanctioned strictly. What was important here was the rights.

And this was what the elites fought over.

Jasper set a cordial smile on his face. As the vice-chairman of Tadinger, he naturally needed to keep his cool.

They moved to Yan Xiaosu, who was lounging in a pair of boxers watching… pornography.

F*ck… that was too much.

"Brother Yan, what an elegant taste you have."

At one side, Natalie's face reddened. She lowered her head. She was but a secretary, and had no position to comment.

"Haha, a good man is unafraid to play with his balls in public, whereas a miserly one will hide his crotch to be deemed seemly. I had thought you were a man of like-mind."

Yan Xiaosu gestured to the sofa casually, although he still switched off the television. It was not too suited to matters at hand. This was all calculated on his part. He knew who his opponent was, and what status he had. After agonizing for a long while, he could not find suitable clothing, and decided to just give up and play the playboy role. This was called 'returning to his roots'.

Chapter 654: Duped Across the Shore

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

"And how should I address the pretty lady?" Yan Xiaosu said.

"Natalie, Mr Yan." Natalie answered, and the resumed standing quietly beside Jasper.

"Natalie is a top economics student in Lya Sphinx's capital, and also a pillar in our organization. She's also one of the people responsible for the inspection this time round. As for me, I'm just here to play." Jasper laughed.

"Keke, Mr Jasper, I think we might not have met under the most cordial of circumstances the last time." Yan Xiaosu mildly replied.

Jasper was unfazed, instead unleashing a brilliant smile. "Brother Yan, I remember a proverb from Earth. You won't know someone unless you fight them. Brother Yan is indeed one to hide his true ability. I was a fool."

Saying such things left Yan Xiaosu in a bad position to press the issue. Such an adroit conversationalist was difficult to pin down.

Yan Xiaosu waved a magnanimous hand. "A small matter forget about it. If there's nothing else, I still want to go out and enjoy myself. D*mn, this broken down place is dilapidated and rural. There's nothing fun around here."

"Oh? Did the esteemed Governor not recommend you anywhere special?"

"He? He asked me to visit with the giants. D*mn, what's fun about that? I left him to his own devices." Yan Xiaosu said carelessly.

Jasper's jaw dropped. F*ck, this airhead. The giant community was prohibited to outsiders. It meant that they treated you as one of their own.

"Keke, that's true. Such a way of amusement is suited to the foolhardy, unlike us. Actually, it's not just me that came this time. In my circle of friends, we're planning to go hunting in the nature park. Brother Yan, would you like to come with us? It's quite interesting, and since all of us are like-minded, things won't get boring."

Jasper said.

"Who are they? If they're boring people, I won't go."

"Yours truly has set up a starlight club, full of rich heirs with unlimited wealth. We came to Tita Star this time to inspect the production, and also to sniff out any opportunities for cooperation. More friends, more doors, I say."

Jasper said. "Perhaps, Brother Yan could find a decent companion as well."

Yan Xiaosu waved an agitated hand. "I'm not too interested in things like cooperation, and don't need it either. But that hunting you spoke of sounds not too bad. Beauties and beasts. I like it."

Yan Xiaosu's eyes were bright. His gaze was roaming over to Natalie with wicked intent… they were indeed quite big.

Jasper was secretly delighted. "I did say we were of like mind. We're hunting Tita Star's special produce, the huge monsters. It's very exciting. Of course, we don't need to personally take a hand. When it comes to it, we can even sit around and bet. It's very addictive."

"Alright, then I'll leave Lan Ling to rest, and go with you to play!" Yan Xiaosu said.

Jasper secretly wished he could give him a couple of kicks. With anyone else, he might think the person was faking it. But seeing Lan Ling's expression in the great hall, such a matter was indeed plausible.

And the more the other party expressed an unwillingness to cooperate, the more chance there was.

Everything else aside, if he could build good relations with the other Tita people through him, this would be the best deal.

Sending Jasper away, Yan Xiaosu leaned against the sofa and heaved a great sigh. His entire back had been wet with sweat. D*mn, it was the first time he had thought it was so tiring to put on airs.

The Tadinger Group had the most clout in Lya Sphinx. None of them were short on money. Yan Xiaosu was clear that the only way to do business with such people was to crush them with dominance. If one acted cooler, better, than the other, then there was basis for business.

It almost felt like roasting chestnuts while one was in the fire. But no gain without risk.

To do business, sometimes borrowing power was important.

After leaving the room, Jasper suddenly asked. "What do you think?"

Natalie considered it for a while. "Lecherous, but not stupid. He has secrets with the Tita people that outsiders don't understand. That's impressive."

Jasper nodded, a glimmer of a smile on his face. The returns this time round could be unexpectedly high. He could also prove himself to the family, especially to those in the business opposed to him, and those stodgy old men.

The next day, Jasper had already changed into hunting gear, and Natalie had also taken off her professional clothes. She wore a tight-fitting hunting suit that accented her good figure to mouth-watering levels that left Tyrant Su drooling. He briefly considered changing his goal from dominating the universe to dominating girls.

Jasper was very friendly to Yan Xiaosu, calling him brother. But Natalie purposely kept her distance.

They drove a traditional racing car that the hotel had prepared, to enjoy the original feel of speed.

On the way, Jasper worked his verbal magic. It had to be said that this guy was practiced. They knew that he was purposely trying to be close, but was nevertheless hard to hate. Clearly, this guy was someone of status as well.

When they arrived, 5 others were already waiting. The guys were all about 20 plus, and even the oldest looking was at most 30. Each had brought babes with them, and making out as though no one else was watching. And behind each of them were 2 mecha. Clearly they were Jasper's.

This zone had been specially designated as a hunting zone by Tita Star. This was not new, established a long time ago by the Lan family. The original intention had been to attract foreign investment, such as tourist dollars. Before the super-gravity energy ore's discovery, Tita Star's only attraction was the unique natural resources, and this hunting zone had been the product of their surveys of the investors. But now they had no need of these things, although the activity remained. It gave some face to the early financial groups, and was also beneficial to Tita Star. They could not only depend on the energy ore, otherwise they would turn into a mining planet. That was not desirable.

Tita Star's development goal was of course to develop the planet, using the energy ore as bait. And the financial groups were using developments as bait, to achieve their goal of attaining the ore. This was a game, and it remained to be seen who would emerge victorious.

"Jasper, what are you playing at? You're late. Haha, big-boobed girl, we haven't met for just a few days, and you seem to have filled out even more." A 20-something guy with an ear-stud said as he whistled.

Their cars were bullet-proof and especially sturdy. But Tita Star's beasts' attack power was nothing normal. That was why each person prepared 2 mecha. One for hunting, one for defense. The mecha could not bring explosive weapons, but only cold weapons. At the same time, the hunting zone prey's information were illustrated in a handbook for the hunters to refer to.

"Pila, less nonsense from you. Don't be sniffling in a while when you lose."

"F*ck off. When you lose, Big-boob is mine!" Pila said without shame.

Yan Xiaosu was beginning to understand their amusements. It was shameless… but he wanted her as well.

"Eh, who's this guy? You brought a lackey?" Pila laughed. A few others were looking curiously at Yan Xiaosu as well. Such amusements were close-circle affairs, and no one brought strangers.

"Brothers mine, let me introduce you. Yan Xiaosu, from the Little Lucky Star company of Earth. My new friend. He's free as well, so I brought him out for some exercise. Besides, the more the merrier." Jasper said.

Yan Xiaosu did not acknowledge them. His eyes were roving on the girls draped over them. Actually, he understood that saying anything here would only invite them to look down upon him. To these spoiled brats, the best way was to ignore them.

As expected, Yan Xiaosu's indifference made them a little more respectful. "Oh. Jasper, you should have told us if you were bringing a new friend."

A tall and handsome guy said. Since Jasper said he was a friend, and had brought him here, it must be no usual person. But this alone was definitely not enough.

"Gabre, Maacah Republic's CK Group, Pila, Caragal Republic's Lonk Group…"

Jasper introduced the other 5. Each was a member of a famous financial group's family, 3rd generation and such. When the family grew to a certain size, it was no longer a single successor. Normally there were some clan dynamics, but these people were clearly at the heart of it.

"Since he's here to play, why didn't he prepare anything? Unless we're playing, and he's watching?" Gabre said, testing. He even fondled the babe at his side.

From Earth… D*mn, one look and they could tell he was a bumpkin. Was Jasper sick in the brain, or was he just trying to disgust them? But all of them were elites. They would get to the bottom of this. After all, he had been brought by Jasper.

Jasper slapped his forehead lightly. "You see, Brother Yan? This memory of mine. I completely forgot about it."

"It's fine. I'm not too interested in these things." He only had eyes for the girls.

At this moment, a few others had caught on to Jasper's meaning. Jasper was on to something, and testing this person.

"Brothers, it's a small matter. Just call your company and get 2 mecha over and it'll be fine. Otherwise, it will inconvenience everybody." Gabre smiled. His meaning was clear. If you could not even settle this small thing, how could you stand on their level.

Jasper put on a troubled face. "This was my oversight. Or, I could lend you one first?"

"Jasper, that's nothing to play around with. Safety first, unless you're tired of living? This is meaningless, let's go back." They had disdainful expressions.

Jasper shrugged irritably. "Brother Yan, your opinion."

Yan Xiaosu collected back his eyes from the beauties. "Not much of an issue. Go prepare. I'll take care of it."

"Haha, good! Then we'll go ahead to prepare."

They parked their mecha outside, and entered the great hall to finish the proceedings, and to procure some equipment.

Yan Xiaosu rubbed his nose. D*mn, he had simply played for time. If his act failed, things could turn sour real quick.

The only way was to contact Lan Ling, to see if she could help him out of this mess. Yan Xiaosu was not really here to play, but had simply smelled the opportunity. But although this bunch of guys had a superior attitude, they knew what they were doing. Jasper was playing him, and not the other way round.

"Lan Ling, so sorry to bother you. But there's something I have to bother you about. I wonder if it's convenient." Yan Xiaosu did not hesitate. At least, based on his relationship with Wang Zheng, he asked directly.

Lan Ling was surprised, but nodded. "That's nothing. I'll send a couple of people over from my bodyguard contingent."

At this moment a huge voice rang out. Rara Durai was present.

Rara Durai had some impression of Yan Xiaosu. They had met previously. He was familiar with Ye Zisu, and this fatty must be Ada's other friend.

"Lan Ling, let me go. I wanted to stretch my legs, anyway," Rara Durai said.

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Lan Ling was surprised. She dry coughed a few times. "That's not going to happen. Our work is not yet done. He can't leave halfway."

"Then let Shan Meng go." Rara Durai said. Work was a pain to him, but as a Titan it could not be helped. Tita people and human matters needed attending to.

Hearing that they were sending 2 giants over, Yan Xiaosu was reeling. Could giants hunt?

He had heard they were ferocious, but had never seen one before. In Yan Xiaosu's heart, mecha were the unbeatable human weapon.

After entering, they looked at his hesitant figure and Pila laughed. "Ah, Brother Yan, what mecha did you order? Let us see."

In just a short while, they already knew that Yan Xiaosu was that mysterious guest on the top floor. But this bunch of people were not easily fooled with. After analyzing it over, something was odd. Little Lucky Star was trash. Perhaps because of the Solar System's reputation, they had some personal relation with the council member, and so Mu Sen gave them face for the sake of pretense, and to send a message that to stand with Tita Star was beneficial.

But, if that was the case, then they were of no value other than a message. Letting them stay there was already giving them face. If they asked for more, they would be slapping their face.

And this seemed to be confirmed by Yan Xiaosu's frightened face.

Jasper had not thought of this point either. Gabre was the most cunning among them, a particularly deceitful guy. The more they thought about it, the more they thought it made sense. Seeing his ignorant manner, he did not look the part of someone important at all.

"I don't know either. They said it'll arrive soon. Perhaps we should wait a while." Yan Xiaosu was inwardly doubtful as well, but of course kept up his bravado.

At this, a few of them exchanged glances. They were in no hurry. They were here to enjoy themselves, and things were good here. To drink and make merry. Nobody paid any attention to Yan Xiaosu anymore. Only Jasper was a little concerned about his own face. If this turned out badly, he would become laughing stock among them.

"Brother Yan, given the movement speed of mecha, shouldn't it be about arriving?" Jasper asked. He was curious to know.

Yan Xiaosu gave him a scathing look. "Who said I ordered mecha? Since we're here for pleasure, we should indulge in the local flavor. I called 2 giants."

Jasper was stunned. Behind him a few of them laughed raucously. "Haha, that's the best joke I've heard this year."

"Brother Yan, you're really something. Even the Lan family can't command the Tita. For them to accompany you on a hunt, do you think you're the Titan?"

Yan Xiaosu had thought that giants were nothing special, but it seemed like they were rather dependable. Besides, Lan Ling would not let him down on these things.

"Are giants that formidable?"

At this, they laughed even harder. Tita giants were awesome. They were unmoved by force or persuasion, and neither swayed by lust nor riches. They were unshakable. Privately, they all wished for 2 giant bodyguards, which would be the ultimate sign of status.

"Brother Yan, if you can really call 2 giants to the hunt, I'll gift this wench to you." Caragal's Pila said cheekily, patting his girl on the rump.

"If it doesn't work out?" From beside, Mitchell from Astina's GLP Group called out.

"I'll go in to fight the beasts alone!" Yan Xiaosu stared fiercely at the 2. D*mn, playing hard? Come on, then!

They called out their approval, secretly waiting for the joke to be revealed. Yan Xiaosu was secretly sad, but could not voice it. D*mn, they really wanted to call him out. A bunch of naïve noobs!

Face, was something that Yan Xiaosu had thrown away 10 years ago.

Jasper waved it aside. "Brother Yan, they're just kidding. But they should be here soon right?"

Yan Xiaosu was at ease. Just as he was about to quip some response, they felt the earth shake. From outside, workers were exclaiming in surprise, saying something about taking a photograph.

They felt something was strange, and ran out as well. At the door were 2 giants. Jasper and the rest craned their necks… F*cking tall! If they were bodyguards, one would be unbelievably impressive.

A few of them daydreamed for a while, then looked at Yan Xiaosu. They did not know if he had really found these 2 giants. The hunting camp workers were as passionate as if they had met celebrities, but the 2 giants stood aloof.

Until they saw Yan Xiaosu. As Yan Xiaosu walked over, the two giants kneeled. Their presence was intimidating, and this did not simply originate from their stature. The one in front was especially huge.

Pila and the rest exchanged glances. Had he really called them here?

So awesome?

They really could not underestimate him anymore. To have such power on Tita Star, he must be someone to build a relationship with.

Gabre had the presence of mind. He pulled over a worker and questioned him.

"Wow. I would never have dreamed of meeting the Titan Self Defense Force Commander Shan Meng." The girl was excitedly jumping up and down.

Gabre and the rest were shocked. Their utter shock was clear. It was like seeing a ghost!

Jasper recognized it now as well. Although the giants were all broad of stature, but Titan Rara Durai and his Self Defense Force's giants were especially big. No wonder he had thought these 2 were special.

The Titan Self Defense Force Commander, accompanying a human to hunt. F*ck, if they told others, no one would believe them.

Jasper and the rest were fully convinced now. Today, they had met someone amazing.

"Baja, as commanded by the Titan General, we're here to accompany you on your hunt." Shan Meng said very respectfully.

It was the first time that Yan Xiaosu was in such close contact with giants. He felt flustered as well. "I am in your care."

"Baja, you are to kind. To do this small thing for you is a privilege for us. I am Shan Meng, Ada's second disciple. This is Shan Long, the first disciple of the Titan General."

Shan Meng said. Within the giant community, position and seniority was very important.

"What does Baja mean?" Jasper asked, patting Natalie's bottom.

"Tita people's honorific for guests." Natalie had clearly done her homework.

This was also the reason why Jasper could not bear to let go of her. She was not only pretty, but capable. Truly suited to be a secretary.

"And Ada?"

"Ada is a term very rarely used by the Tita people. It loosely translates to mean Father, or Lord." Natalie herself was quite curious. Why would this term appear?

Yan Xiaosu was overjoyed. "I know you! Wang Zheng told me that you're the biggest among the giants. He spoke truly."

Hearing that Wang Zheng had mentioned him, Shan Meng smiled as brightly as a flower, and at one side Shan Long was completely envious.

By the time Yan Xiaosu had finished exchanging pleasantries with the 2 giants and come back, these rich young heirs were already completely flummoxed.

"Brother Yan is too cool!" Subconsciously, Jasper had already changed his tone. Seniority was rubbish. Ability was everything.

"Today, Brother Yan has opened our eyes. Pila, what are you waiting for?" Gabre praised. These were all clever people who knew which way the wind was blowing.

"I'm a gracious loser. Dear, you are now Brother Yan's. Sigh." Pila's face was regretful. Anyone they brought to such events was definitely a hot favorite. But he could not afford to give face now. If one went back on one's word in this circle, there would be no way out next time.

Yan Xiaosu waved it off. "It's fine. You just keep her for yourself. We're all friends, it was just a joke. Of course, if you're still feeling guilty, the remaining pleasures are all on you."

Pila heard this and was overjoyed. He could keep his girl. In his heart, he was grateful. "Haha, Brother Yan is so generous. As expected of you. Everything else today is all on me!"

To these rich men, money was no issue. Face and happiness were the most important things, and to stand out was what they wanted.

And to Yan Xiaosu, tangible benefits was everything. Face was a rubbish concept.

And although the girl was really sexy, but Yan Xiaosu did not want to lose sight of the bigger picture.

The two giants' presence made Jasper and the rest, who loved to show off, green with envy. They lost all interest in the mecha. When they entered the hunting zone, the 2 giants activated their war armor, and their aura skyrocketed.

The newest model of war armor. Normally, when kept, it was a box. After activating, it covered about 70% of a giant's body, leaving their mobility unhindered. But their coolness was indescribable.

Such hunting did not need armor at all, but it was the Self Defense Force's rule that one must don armor for any mission, and not don it for trainings.

For this hunting trip, Jasper and the rest really had their eyes opened, while Yan Xiaosu treated it as nothing.

They were completely confused. Although they were young, but they had seen much of the world. Money was unlimited. But deep down, they knew they could not compare to Yan Xiaosu.

The influence with Tita Star that Yan Xiaosu displayed had thoroughly shaken them. If they could be the ones to breakthrough programs that even their families could not further, they would greatly improve their own status in the family.

On the way, the fawning and flattery began. Yan Xiaosu took it all in. To think they had tried to test and con him? What a joke. Yan Xiaosu had made his mark based on deception.

Pila and the rest were even more eager than Jasper. Natalie had pulled Jasper back. Jasper was just about to join in, and looked at Natalie, annoyed.

Natalie pointed to the Skylink, which Jasper opened. His eyes narrowed.

Breaking news, KING company's space program experiment was a success. They had not made a public announcement, but the news was confirmed. This was the word from the Milky Way Alliance's information brokers, where every piece of intelligence was invaluable.

This was revolutionary technology that would definitely attract the eye of every financial group. Back then things had erupted, but the scientific world had estimated that this program needed a few decades to be practically applied. And conditions at Earth were not good, and the program would probably change hands in the end.

But now…

KING company's 3 major shareholders. The research team, OMG, Little Lucky Star.

After so long in the business world, he finally knew the meaning of low profile.

Jasper became even more animated. "Brother Yan, congratulations."

Chapter 656: Allocated Area

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"Congratulations? I'm now short of money and women. You patronizing me?" Yan Xiaosu shot a look at Jasper. He realized that these guys were thugs. The more you ignored them, the more they thought you were cool.

"Brother Yan is so funny. What's a small thing like money? We're all friends, so if Brother Yan needs anything, all of us will pitch in to help."

"That's true. Brother Yan, you must be here on Tita Star to accomplish great things. Remember to give your brothers a leg up, playing together makes things interesting." Pila also laughed. They were here to play only because they could not secure business. Who would have thought that the butterfly of fortune, that they had chased for so long, would come to sit on their shoulder when they took it easy?

Jasper was grumpy. These louts. He had been the one to find him.

"Brother Yan, you're too low profile. KING's program success is a huge lucrative thing."

Yan Xiaosu was taken aback. He had just received the news from Xiao Fei, and these people already knew. It looked like Jasper's strength was in his organization, to be able to obtain information so fast.

"Ah, you mean the space warp program? Success? Impossible. The company evaluations say that it needs another decade at least. It's only been a short while." Mitchell said.

Jasper ignored Mitchell. His last vestige of doubt disappeared. He had wondered how a person like this could be just manufacturing sanitary towels. The space program was a bottomless hole, and to finish it so quickly, they must have been burning money furiously.

All one could say was that the Tyrant of Earth did not walk the path commonly trod. He must hanker after a different pace.

"I always thought that I played high-stakes games, but that's nothing compared to Brother Yan. As one of the 3 major shareholders of KING company, you must be rolling in the money this time round."

Yan Xiaosu waved it off. "Don't harp on it. That broken plaything is indeed a bottomless hole that's finally succeeded. But the reach of the program is widespread, and all the countries want it. It's fine that you know about it, but don't spread it about. I'm just a humble sanitary towel seller. I know nothing, and care about nothing."

They looked at each other. The more Yan Xiaosu spoke this way, the more they were convinced that he was somebody special. They also did not care about money, but were preoccupied by their influence. Money meant nothing. Being awesome at this age was to master skills, resources, and networks.

KING Company could obtain the ore, and also mastered the technology. All that was left was to create their networks. These young men were practically drooling.

If they could help to secure this program, or even to secure a possibility for KING to sit down for talks, that would be a huge accomplishment.

Clearly, the Solar System Federation would lay claim to this technology, and it would be elevated to the national level. It would be difficult for business groups to intervene, but any financial group who did not chase technology in this era was finished. At a certain point, money was simply numbers. What was more important was assets that would continue to appreciate. Of course, control was even better.

Their gazes on the fatty grew hotter. Even Pila's girl felt that being given away was not a bad thing.

Basically, with such a turn of events, Yan Xiaosu also knew that the initiative was with him now. He knew that these guys were the rich-heir type, who still wanted to accomplish things. They would make excellent "cooperative partners".

Elite Academy's mecha qualification competition had finally started. All of the eligible participants had been randomly assigned to 5 groups. The competition would be held in the evening in order to avoid interrupting the lessons, injuries excepted.

The preliminaries used a battle simulation on the school-wide network, which meant that even Academy students could observe.

Wang Zheng had been assigned to Group 2. He could not help snorting. The school was pretty lazy, 5 Groups were really called Groups 1 to 5.

Each zone could only see 4 people ascend. The competition was intense, and the Xuan Grade's top 4 had been split up.

And in Group 2, the most famous was undoubtedly Vermillion Bird's King Hocatolin.

Once the groupings appeared, the audience's enthusiasm was lit. The only Group without one of the top 4 was Group 5, which meant that those there stood the biggest chance.

Zhang Shan had been assigned to Group 4, where the Azure Dragon Dominator Pampas was.

"Damn, this is bullshit. Lear's in Group 5. That cursed luck!"

Zhang Shan could not help complaining. He had hoped for Lear to be in the same group as Olivios, and then beaten soundly.

Olivios was in Group 3, so it looked like his dream fight was not happening.

Each group had a quota of 4, which Wang Zheng thought was rather generous.

"Oli, which group are you in?" ZHANG SHAN craned to look.

Oli's face reddened. Zhang Shan knew without guessing that it must be Olivios' Group 3. Zhang Shan was irritated. Was it so difficult to court someone? He did not get the Arbiters' way of thinking.

Since they had come out to the world, and seen all kinds of people, ZHANG SHAN still felt that Earthlings were the most normal.

Once the groupings had been confirmed, the first battle matchups were promptly released. The Xuan Graders hoped to meet a Huang Grader, and the Huang Graders also hoped to meet a Huang Grader. But the possibility was slight.

Of course, the truly strong did not care who they faced.

Wang Zheng did not feel much either way. He was still attending class as usual and preparing as usual. In this period, he was agonizing over how to attain Blade Skills. If he could get his hands on the complete 64 Point Blade Techniques, who knew what would result from the combination with Primordial Regression Technique. Even he himself was anticipating this eagerly. Perhaps miracles could be created.

The Milky Way Military Academy's school body was a floating space city. More accurately, it was a space castle, containing humankind's most developed technology. The school itself could transform into a military weapon in war. It could contain large numbers of warships, and was a real space mothership.

In the Milky Way Military Academy, one was groomed for leadership from the get go. Although practical skills were taught as well, such as shooting fights and mecha operation, but these were not the point. As a military person, one must possess a minimum level of fighting power, but more important here was the ability to command.

Piloting a warship was not so easy as well. The entire ship's life hung on each decision, and so a military officer needed to be well-balanced, and honed through experience.

Milky Way Military Academy's students needed to absorb and master large quantities of information. Honestly speaking, a higher level of intelligence was required from them, for example towards mathematical space physics, machinery etc. They did not need physical operation, but only an idea of it, on which they could make accurate decisions on the fly.

Milky Way Military Academy and Elite X Academy's pedagogy had their common points, but also vast differences.

Definitely, in comparison, the Milky Way Military Academy's fighting rehearsals were complex, while Elite Academy's mecha fights were more simplistic and direct. Large scale complex fighting scenarios required more time and involved more people. It not only tested one's individual abilities, but also group cooperation. It was highly demanding, and also tested a person's leadership and charisma. To raise the effectiveness of one's followers, a leader must be suitably influential.

Although Aina had not been in the school for long, but her name was already well known. Aslan people did not need foreigners. They already had enough human resource. Oz and Aurora could have gone to Elite Academy, but they had chosen to come here because being at the side of their princess was an honor, and also their life's purpose.

Aslan students' unique point was that they were holistically excellent. They were good in every aspect, whereas other countries might only have one obvious strength, but equally apparent flaws.

Such inside information was not something that any new country could mimic. It stemmed from the good accumulation of Aslan over a long period of time.

Aina had been very industrious since entering the school, even more so than the average student. When others were playing, she was still studying. Perhaps reading books was her relaxing activity.

Meng Tian had been even more hardworking after coming to Milky Way Military Academy. Because in terms of talent, she was average or below in the military Academy. The grooming from Earth was still deficient, but effort would patch these. Meng Tian loved the atmosphere here.

Before Aina came, she had known Aina, and Aina knew her as well. Only, they had never met in school. Once Aina came, her results had been exceptional amongst the newcomers. Meng Tian's results had been poor as the start, but as time passed, Meng Tian's results entered the front few as well. Her cool personality was very suited to this place. Her will was also uncommonly strong, which was most suitable for a commander.

Chapter 657: Fight Begins!

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The rest would depend on attitude. Attitude determined success. Meng Tian's life was completely filled with study and training. This left the hunks in the school desolate. Of course, some had made moves regardless, but with little results. Meng Tian ignored them the first time, rejected them the second, and showed them no mercy on the third.

At the start, they had thought Meng Tian was putting on airs. Privately, they looked down on those from Earth. But as her results improved in leaps and bounds, they began to become used to her character.

The way things were developing, it seemed possible that Aina and Meng Tian would be competing for top student.

With their results all there, a majority of the youths who came here could not quiet their hearts down and focus on their studies. Besides, there was too much to enjoy here. The entry of humanity and the peaceful years had been around for a long time now. Even if it was the Milky Way Military Academy, the degree of freedom was high. Much depended on one's own proactivity, and less on rigid driving.

Now they were interested in their sister school's mecha competition. Although it was not their forte, but no military person would dislike it. Of course, when it came to the main stage, the space city was virtually in Roland Garros. Then, student representative groups would enter Roland.

Wang Zheng's opponent was a Xuan Grade Class 1 member from White Tiger Region. In truth, this competition was the stage of the Xuan Grade Class 1's. They were the only ones serious about the whole thing, while the rest were just here to support the party.

Maacah Republic's Dili was extremely unsatisfied that his first fight would be against a Huang Grade Class 7 from Azure Dragon. The first fight should warm him up. If it had been Azure Dragon's Xuan Grade Class 1 that would have been more like it. At least he could enter the zone. But it was actually a Huang Grade Class 7.

Dili had no idea how that fool had wandered in. It was a joke. Had there been an error in the school results?

He had joined in the jibes of his comrades as well. The White Tiger Region was a strong division. An intense atmosphere and a strict training environment. The most awesome among the 4 divisions was the White Tiger Region and Vermillion Bird Region. The difference was clear in these 2.

And to a Xuan Grade student, their position in this competition affected their final year score as well. Those that placed well would get more bonus points. Point accumulation led to privileges. Although it did not translate to ascending a Grade, but at a certain level of points, one's privileges would increase within school. The places that one could go, and the things that one was allowed to know would increase as well. Of course, it would also serve as bragging rights. This was no bad thing as well. From another perspective, this was a form of power as well.

That was why, such a competition was a carnival for the Xuan Grade. These seniors were extremely unsatisfied that these Huang Graders had come to play.

Under normal circumstances, if the opponent was from Xuan Grade Class 1, he would still have to pause a while to understand the situation, even with his confidence. For example, the opponent's point accumulation in school, if they had any outstanding aspects, their ability X. This was basic preparation. But with a Huang Grade Class 7, Dili did not even know what he should prepare. He was afraid that he would dig and come up empty-handed.

Wang Zheng was extremely satisfied after knowing that his opponent was a Xuan Grade Class 1 from the White Tiger Region. Although his companions had thought it was a pity – to meet a Xuan Grade Class 1 immediately was bad luck. This was the White Tiger division as well, impregnable.

Zhang Shan could not be bothered. Wang Zheng was the farmer type, unconcerned with who his opponent was. His own luck was good. A Black Tortoise Region's Xuan Grade Class 5. Some level of difficulty, but he could have a fight. Anyone from the Xuan Grade was nothing to look down on.

Even if one met them, it was better to meet them later on. Zhang Shan still hoped to fight strong opponents with this opportunity, and elevate his own Mad Grass technique.

When school ended in the afternoon, basically nobody had any other arrangements. The first day of qualifiers had started, and some already had matches. To the Xuan Grade students, it was no big deal. At the Xuan Grade, fighting classes were frequent, in order for them to accumulate the necessary experience. Only, this had the additional weightage of a competition, was all. But to the Huang Graders, there was the additional gravity and nerves to deal with.

The qualifiers began at 7pm sharp. In order to fully bring out their strength, the Huang Graders mostly ate at 5.30, so they had an hour to properly digest and allow their bodies to enter the ideal state.

The Elite Academy's battle net opened, and most of the Huang Grade students were spectating. The Huang 1 students had eventually entered, while the Azure Dragon division was a little different. 3 people from Huang Grade Class 7 had eventually entered. Wang Zheng, Zhang Shan, Oli.

Oli's luck was good. Her opponent was a Huang 1 from Vermillion Bird. No matter what, they were still in the same classification, and she would not be shut out by ability X.

Wang Zheng was scheduled on the first day as well. The timing was 8.30. As they were a class, some of the Huang Grade Class 7 people had expressed their support as well.

Zhang Shan's opponent was Xuan Tortoise division's Xuan 5. Clearly, his opponent was more satisfied with his own luck. To meet a Huang Gradeer was already a stroke of luck, and a 7 to boot was an even more joyous event.

In the spectator hall, Wang Zheng and the rest had already entered. Friends had come to lend their support, although Yan had not come. It looked like the 2 of them had really severed for good, but Snow Li and the rest had come to support. Snow Li and the rest had their competition the next day. Since they had no fights today, they could see the overall standard.

And the hottest timing today was 8.30pm. Group 2's Vermillion Bird King Hocatolin's grand entrance. His opponent was from a Xuan Grade Class 1, but that was unimportant. The name of Vermillion Bird's King was well known, and more had come to see exactly what he was capable of.

Zhang Shan had taken the field. Ever since IG, Zhang Shan was not firmly resolved on revenge, but he had nevertheless deeply thought about his fighting style, and which mecha could bring out his power.

Zhang Shan's opponent was Lens from Sirius Star. Since he was of the Xuan Grade, the opponent's ability X must be capable of crushing Zhang Shan. But luckily Zhang Shan was an evasive type, and need not meet it head on.

Facing the rows of mecha fighters, Zhang Shan chose the Wind God without hesitation!

Having considered all types of mecha, he discovered that he needed those with a higher mobility in order to bring out the best of his ability.

Wang Zheng was surprised too. Wind God was undoubtedly one of his best mecha, but he had never thought Zhang Shan would choose it.

Snow Li was also shocked. Because she was a member of IG, she knew of Zhang Shan's situation. The Solar System team's standard was too low. This Zhang Shan was one of those that pulled the team down, although his improvement was phenomenal. She had no doubts that Zhang Shan would be somebody in the future, but not now. And choosing a mecha like Wind God was a double-edged sword. Although its mobile capabilities were excellent, but its attack power was weak. It gave a fragile feeling. Most importantly, unless you had the physical ability of someone like Wang Zheng, otherwise it would be difficult to make the mecha shine.

With a different mecha, they might have some hopes for him, but after seeing Wang Zheng's performance, the expectations of Wind God were too high.

Zhang Shan was excited. His choice of Wind God had been in part due to Wang Zheng's influence. Wang Zheng's fighting was artistry. Each time he saw it he was moved. One day, he had thought about giving it a try.

Lens chose Sirius's beast type mecha "Tiger-Wolf Guardian".

Of course, in Elite Academy, what was most important was not the mecha, but rather what results could be produced through the interaction of ability X and mecha.

The 2 mecha took to the field. If one opened the Skylink, one could see the entire lineup of matches. The 5 Groups' first battle started at the same time. Most chose to watch either those familiar to them, or those that needed watching. Zhang Shan and Lens' match was relatively unpopular, even regarded as one of the least popular. As a good friend, one must definitely support, and both sides combined, there was an audience of about 20 plus, which was better than empty. Even battles needed the suspense, just like the gladiator fights of old. The more people there were, the better the gladiators fought. If nobody was watching, then they would lack battle power as well.

Len's battle approach was simple. A fast fight, decided quickly. He had no interest in wasting too much time on a Huang Grade Class 7 opponent.

The battle started. Tiger-Wolf Guardian let out a strong roar, and shot forward like an arrow leaving the bowstring.

His ability was indicated in just this move alone. As a Xuan Grade Class 5 member, he was definitely confident in battle, and knew his stuff. An agile beast-type mecha was especially effective in restricting an agile humanoid-type mecha. The mobility of 4 legs was definitely better than 2.

Although it was only the first attack, whether because of nerves or a miscalculation of the opponent's speed, Zhang Shan was forced to reveal his first warp, expending his magnetic energy source to avoid his opponent's ferocious attack. Zhang Shan broke out in a cold sweat.

Xuan Grade candidates were Xuan Grade candidates. Any student of Elite Academy naturally had a superior attitude. For example, those of Huang Grade Class 7 did not particularly respect those of Huang Class 1, thinking that the difference between them was not big, and it was perhaps a matter of luck. While they would not dare to think the same of Xuan Grade Class 1, but if they were still at Xuan 5, then perhaps their standard was about the same. They would think that they themselves were naturally headed for Xuan Grade Class 1 when they ascended.

Many people thought this way. This was a natural way of thinking, but also a fatal fantasy.

Lens had no intention of giving Zhang Shan the opportunity to counter attack. Although he had dodged with warp, but those of the Xuan Grade had seen much, and immediately knew that his opponent used warp. Such types could only use it a few times. It was simple. Press the attack, and force the opponent to use up all his energy.

The beast-type mecha rebounded the moment it landed. Such a violent maneuver was something that humanoid mecha struggled to execute. Zhang Shan's magnetic energy source once again flew out. At this time, he had no way to press forward. His rhythm was completely thrown off.

Eisen and the rest could barely watch it anymore. Luckily it was the Wind God. Any other mecha would have already been destroyed. Zhang Shan was in a tragedy as well. But then again, it was to be expected. A Xuan Grade fighting a Huang Grade had an obvious outcome.

Wind God looked like a mouse trapped in the bellows, hounded mercilessly by the Tiger-Wolf Guardian. Finally, Lens seized his opportunity, and forced Zhang Shan to use his second warp to supplement the magnetic power in order to draw the distance apart.

The audience was speechless as well. From the start of the fight, Zhang Shan was being beaten, and did not even have the energy to counter attack.

Lens was discovering that this was a difficult opponent to pin down, because he was not sure how many times the opponent could use such teleports. Combined with Wind God's mobility, was this ever going to end?

Chapter 658: Counterattack

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

Fighting with a Huang Class 7 opponent, and his friends watching from the side. If this delay continued, he would be the joke.

Lens switched it up, seeking to close on Zhang Shan, but Zhang Shan moved carefully. In the few encounters before, he had already discovered his opponent's basic standard. He was definitely damn good. The good ol' get down that he had imagined was completely rubbish, and his Mad Grass Technique was completely unusable.

It looked like he had to get serious.

In that instant, the opponent disappeared.

The crowd was stunned. Could it be that Lens was also a same type ability X user?

And further than Zhang Shan!

Almost instantly the Tiger-Wolf Guardian was in front of Zhang Shan. It was not warp! It was speed burst, where one's speed was so extreme that it seemed like one had teleported, but it was not just this.

A person who had just exerted fully for movement normally had to pause for a short while, and at this moment Zhang Shan did not hold back, cutting across with his titanium blade. This judgment was entirely accurate.

But he forgot that the opponent was Xuan Grade.

In the instant that his blade flashed out, his whole body felt like it fell into a swamp. Imprisonment!

He had been penetrated by his opponent's ability X. A combination attack. At this time, Lens did not hold back, but began laying in. This was his consecutive ability that could kill in an instant!

All Zhang Shan could do was to activate his energy shields. He had already done this at the fastest possible time, and it received the frenzied barrage from the Tiger-Wolf Guardian.

The energy shield was depleting, and the mecha was already emitting warning sounds. Suddenly, the imprisonment power disappeared. In the instant that the energy shield shattered, Zhang Shan's titanium blade suddenly lunged. BOOM…

His body flew, the magnetic energy flying out. At this moment, the Tiger-Wolf Guardian pounced forward.

It was over…

Zhang Shan had made an error in his haste, the magnetic energy flying in the wrong direction. He had not managed to draw the distance, but instead propelled himself towards his opponent. Did he think the magnetic energy source was a shuriken?

Whoosh…

Zhang Shan's Wind God suddenly disappeared. 3rd warp!

This was also the last time that Zhang Shan could use his ability, and it brought him to behind the Tiger-Wolf Guardian.

But in the instant he appeared, the Tiger-Wolf Guardian moved in response. Len's sudden advance could mitigate the sneak attack, and mitigate its fatality.

But…

The Wind God disappeared!

The warp was a pretense. Zhang Shan's magnetic energy was not a mistake, but on purpose.

In the instant that the opponent had dodged, Wind God forced itself to displace to the magnetic energy source, and exchange positions again. In the window, the titanium blade flashed out!

Unless the opponent also could warp, otherwise his advance speed, no matter how fast, would not help him to evade this unavoidable attack!

The titanium blade sank in, and the Tiger-Wolf Guardian was pierced through with no time to activate its energy shields.

Falling on the ground, Zhang Shan sprang back up. Finally he could demonstrate his Mad Grass Technique. He turned to the Tiger-Wolf Guardian and lashed out with a wild kick, destroying his opponent's mecha.

Zhang Shan win!

The crowd had gone crazy. This guy had won based on brains. He had actually dreamed up this plan to utilize his warp. This was indeed unprecedented.

After his victory, Zhang Shan exhaled deeply. He finally understood what it meant to go up against a Xuan Grade. From start to end, the initiative had been with his opponent. This was psychological pressure, which would subtly create a stifling atmosphere for the weaker party, and cause them to be unable to perform. This was also the reason that Zhang Shan had some delays. But the opponent's arrogance had also been his downfall. He totally snubbed Zhang Shan.

Snow Li and the rest were clapping hard. Zhang Shan was like that. Every time you thought he looked like food, but he always found his way to victory through some way that nobody would think of. It had been this way in IG last time, and now it was like this as well. His opponent looked fit to burst from anger.

Wang Zheng was laughing. He had carefully thought over the events that had just happened. There had been meticulous preparation and calculation which was fairly accurate. He had used the mech's mobility well, and set up two traps. His control had been good.

Such a way of thinking was as unbelievable as a unicorn taking to the skies.

Only, this guy needed to train harder now. Outthinking was a tiring business, and easily countered.

Zhang Shan had pulled off an upset that was neither deemed huge or small. Zhang Shan himself was definitely pretty happy.

No matter what, he was not a 1st round knockout.

His opponent, on the other hand, was depressed. To be beaten by a Huang Grader meant a long period of shame to endure.

This battle demonstrated that one could not blindly believe in ability. In battle, negligence and many other reasons could lead to failure. If superficial strength determined everything, then the world would not be what it was now.

After Zhang Shan's battle was Oli's turn. Oli did not win in as dangerous a fashion as Zhang Shan. Against Wang Zheng, she had attacked and defended, but against other opponents, she could afford to be laxer.

A Huang Grade Class 1 could not hope to stand against Oli. Those with strong physical constitutions performed well in mecha fights, especially when the opponent's ability X was insufficient to shut them down. Whereas in reality, any martial arts practitioner's Qi levels would not be too low either.

The better the talent, the stronger the person. Although the Solar System might be deficient in terms of one's Qi talent, but in terms of their physical prowess, it would only increase. And for those strong in both, like Arbiter, it was even more terrifying.

Oli directly reduced her opponent to have no ability to counter-attack, where the ability X could not even be activated, until Oli won.

Even for Elite Academy X, ability X was not a magic solution. No ability X could do everything.

Oli won with ease, a completely different position from Zhang Shan. It almost seemed like just a warm up. And the audience could only take it in. The Heavenly Overlord Style was indeed fearsome.

Because the match had been too fast, there was still half an hour to Wang Zheng's match, and the audience was in no hurry, waiting.

Wang Zheng's fight had not attracted too much notice, because Vermillion Bird King was fighting at the same time. The Xuan Grade top 4 took all the popularity the moment they appeared, and everyone wanted to watch the pros fight.

Wang Zheng did not mind in the slightest that no one was watching. He was more concerned about his opponent's ability. As a few students began to leave, Wang Zheng was composed. Of course, Snow Li and the girls still stayed at the battle line.

"Actually, I really want to go and see Hocatolin's match, but because of our wonderful cooperation and relationship, I'll watch you lose first before I go over. Do your best!" Ai Xiaolu said cheerfully.

But Wang Zheng felt that something was wrong… was he supposed to be beaten as fast as possible?

The same situation was also happening in every other Group. The Vermillion Bird King was taking to the field, and all eyes, regardless whether Xuan Grade or Huang Grade, were watching intently. Who didn't want to find out what the best of the Elite Academy was like?

In an instant, all the other matches were left desolate, while Hocatolin's match was as lively as a finals match.

Chapter 659: Void Marshal

Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas

"Che, how could that be so, my performance can still be considered to be pretty good!" Although Zhang Shan was watching the rankings on Skylink, he could also not tolerate it. Such a flashy technique, in the end had been completely smothered, not leaving behind a single hair.

"Zhang Shan, your performance is indeed decent, but there is still a large gap between you and the other famous names." Snow Li smiled grimly. It was true that it could be an unfair fight, but it was likely that it was just due to the differences in style and countries. If Zhang Shan was Atlantean, or any other famed country, his stellar performance would surely cause everyone to take notice.

Zhang Shan shook his hand, "Such a situation would eventually be different, just wait for us Earthlings to show our might!"

"What kind of confidence is this?" De Fulei smiled.

Zhang Shan pointed at Wang Zheng, "This guy's holding the front, while us bros are just cleaning up after him. It is unlikely that he would still remain hidden from the rankings.

Wang Zheng rubbed his nose, "Don't look up to me that much, I will be stressed out."

Everyone burst into laughter, "Wang Zheng, we might not be familiar with Dili's strength, but the strength of White Tiger's Xuan Grade Class 1 is absolutely unquestionable. While there could be differences in the standards of the other regions, but such a thing would not occur in White Tiger Region. The style of this Region is ferocious, and honestly speaking, Azure Dragon Region's number one might not even take the number two spot if he were to go over."

Ai Xiaolu said, and Wang Zheng nodded while smiling. This was the best, after being talked down by them, he was indeed anticipating the fight a little more.

Dili was a little speechless. He had wanted the audience to witness Hocatolin's performance live, knowing that it would be much better than watching the replay, as some details of the scene would be captured much better. Unfortunately, he also had a match during the same period of time. The best case was to immediately dispose of his opponent, but the time would still be rather tight. Hocatolin could be considered to have a rather mild personality amongst the Four Experts, and it was unlikely that he would ignore the opponent's face and destroy them. Additionally, his opponent was also a top ranker, and would not be easy to deal with.

Dili and Wang Zheng's match both started at the same time. Hocatolin's opening match was even more popular than initially thought. This was Elite Academy X, and they were a group of geniuses from Elite Academy. All of them really wanted to know which guy claimed to be able to stand above them.

Wang Zheng and Dili had already entered the arena. Dili glanced at his opponent, and felt deeply sorry for him. That Huang Class 7 may have spent quite a bit of effort in qualifying, but it seemed that his luck had run out.

Are we seeing things?

There were too few people watching the match, and they were unable to recognize the situation at a glance. However, Dili saw someone that should not have been up there.

Azure Dragon's ruler Pampas?

Why?

A fake? Obviously not, but why would Pampas want to watch his match?

Every one of the Four Experts were considered to be rather famous. Even if Pampas were to appear right now, he should be watching Hocatolin instead. Why would it be him?

Although Dili was confident in himself, he did not believe that he could attract the attention of the Four Experts.

If it was not him, perhaps it was his opponent?

Dili was dumfounded, that was even more of a joke. He must just be thinking too deeply, it was likely that Pampas was just taking a casual look at the match. However, since the number one of Azure Dragon was here, he had to take this more seriously.

Dili quickly made a choice, devising a plan to show off in front of Pampas.

If one wanted to enter the Earth Grade, there was a certain standard that they had to achieve, which included the growth of one's mental power. The so-called strength of the ability X. On one hand this depended on the ability to communicate with nature itself, while on the other, it was also dependent on mental power. Unlike the Atlanteans, humanity was unable to utilize their mental power freely, and their strength was nowhere as frightening as them. However, once reaching a certain standard, there would no longer be such a large difference.

If one wanted to enter the Earth Grade, one had to at least be able to control their mental power. In fact, it was a simple matter to raise their mental strength, requiring continuous utilization, and continuous regeneration. This was something that all students at the Xuan Grade had to bitterly train. However, this had to be properly managed, as an overdraft on their mental strength would result in damage.

From the Xuan Grade to the Earth Grade was like a single wooden bridge, only a small handful would be able to advance.

Another safe way to train one's mental power was to use an Atlantis mech. Their operation did not require the use of ability X, and only needed pure mental effort to pilot. This would cause a pilot to be under a huge burden, in addition to being incompatible with the mech. However, without a doubt, this was a good method, as it allowed those who could pilot an Atlantis mech a glimpse into the Earth Grade.

Dili chose an Atlantean "Void Marshall", a scouting machine. However, there were a few special characteristics regarding Atlantean scouts.

Once the choice was confirmed, the hearts of the audience began to pound. Such confidence could only mean that he was at the peak of the Xuan Grade, and had the intention to suppress Wang Zheng.

Snow Li was eagerly anticipating this match, as the strongest impression of Wang Zheng was when he piloted the Golden Wheel Battle King. That was an indescribable scene, but Wang Zheng's Phantom King was also incredible, being able to showcase the pinnacle of its skills.

Wang Zheng also happily chose the Wargod No. 1.

Pampas inadvertently smiled. Wang Zheng was indeed full of confidence!

Did he think he was Olivios? This Wang Zheng was still half-baked.

Snow Li, who originally thought that Wang Zheng would also use an Atlantean mech, was stunned.

What was he doing?

Wargod No. 1 against the Atlantean Void Marshal?

The opponent was even the top expert from White Tiger. Even if Snow Li was full of confidence, this had simply startled him. Perhaps it might be only Zhang Shan that… what the heck, did he need to be that ferocious? Zhang Shan was aware that Wang Zheng must have planned all of this, only that this was indeed a little too humiliating.

After seeing Wang Zheng's choice, Dili was also stunned for a moment. While it is true that the strength of a human operating a Atlantean mech would be reduced, but it would be a simply feat to defeat a Huang Grade opponent even with the degree of reduction. This guy was trying to show off even more than him, bringing out Wargod No. 1!

Wasn't this the legendary 'seeking death'!

Both mecha entered the arena, and the match started.

Void Marshal utilized the traditional style of an Atlantean mech, and was covered in a mysterious and threatening rune array. The exterior of the mech was similar to a humanoid, and seemed almost alive. This was the scout-type mech of Atlantis, which boasted extremely high mobility.

Pampas smiled slightly. He knew that Wang Zheng must have seen him, and wanted to show a little of his trump cards in front of him. However, he was curious about how Wang Zheng intended to defeat his opponent, and what was his ability X?

Whoosh…

Void Marshal started up, brandishing a sparkling blue beam saber, while Wang Zheng's Wargod No. 1 also drew his titanium blade.

Was this called naivety?

The Void Marshal, without any prior warning, made a sudden dash forward, its rhythm being similar to that of a space mech. This was also a specialty of a runic mecha, and the beam saber directly slashed forward.

Bang…

During the first clash between the mecha, Wang Zheng had felt that there was a slight problem. His titanium blade's energy reserves had been significantly consumed. And that blue beam saber… it was in fact a runic blade, and it was evident that the titanium blade would not be able to defend against it.

However, Dili was still rather surprised, as the opponent's resistance was rather high. Although he might have a few tricks up his sleeve, but so what about it?

Bang bang bang bang…

The Void Marshal utilized its void displacement techniques and continued to pressure Wang Zheng. Bit by bit, the titanium blade was unable to hold off the assault.

Although the speed of the void displacement was extremely fast, it did not have the 'ferociousness' of human mecha, but instead relied upon its swift movements.

Dili was considered to be a master, or else he might have embarrassed himself in front of Pampas. In fact, he wished to directly smash apart both the blade and the mech into smithereens.

However, Dili actually discovered that the opponent in front of him was able to deflect his strength. This was a technique that relied heavily on fighting skill and experience. In the face of such an attack, an average person would only directly block to defend themselves, but this would allow the runic blade to destroy their own blade easily. However, this guy constantly changed the location of the titanium blade when parrying, utilizing the blade to its limits and reducing the wear on it.

However, it was still futile. Dili did not wish to be embarrassed in front of Pampas.

With a war cry, Void Marshal suddenly accelerated, and Zhang Shan's eyeballs almost popped out. The heck, this speed was really similar to his warp! All along, that was his proudest achievement. Yet the Atlanteans were able to construct such a mech.

Boom…

Wang Zheng was unable to dodge this strike, and the Wargod No. 1's was shackled. Whoosh…

Void Marshal switched its gears and closed the distance, while the runes on its body were glowing. Boom…

Another direct hit, and cracks were beginning to surface on the titanium blade.

Void Marshal once again used its void movement for the third attack, and charged towards Wang Zheng from his back, directly attempting to claim his life.