That particular year was definitely a massive gathering of dragons and phoenixes. Their names still resound with glory unmatched, even until now.
Among all the great warriors that the National Mecha Pilot Academy produced and whom I consider my brothers and sisters, they are definitely my most bosom ones.
However, that day, they were not yet my brothers and sisters. Oh no, especially not the ones that came in fourth, fifth and sixth.
"Victor Long! Hailey Long! Gerald Long! Congratulations for coming in fourth, fifth and sixth!" Veronica Wu warmly congratulated them.
I have to say, I was extremely impressed. They managed to complete their hike so quickly and in near record time even with the heavy injuries that I had infli- ehm, I mean, that they had inflicted upon themselves!
The three of them were in a subdued mood and merely nodded at Veronica Wu.
However, when they saw me, they immediately bristled with anger.
