Soon, the others in Sunny County No.3 Middle School also learned that Ethan, Sophia, and Kevin were going to participate in the Global Elite Selection Contest together!
"Are they crazy? Didn't Leo Chase say it before? This kind of competition is not something they can participate in at all, let alone win easily."
"They are not crazy, but overconfident. So self - righteous! They think they are omnipotent!"
Especially Sophia and Ethan!
One has been the long - standing number one, occupying the first place all year round, and the other is a new star in the examination room, winning the first place twice in a row! The two really think they are the best. Do they really think they are omnipotent?"
"What number one? What omnipotence? Didn't you hear what Leo Chase said? They are far from it. The world is big, and there are many talented people! It is our limited realm that restricts our vision!"
Obviously, many students couldn't agree with the decision of Ethan and the other two. Moreover, their words were full of sarcasm.
"Are these three crazy? Don't they know how difficult it is? Many of the test items involved have little to do with study at all.
Their ways of thinking and considering are all set according to the Western thinking mode. If they go there rashly, they are likely to fail miserably. In the end, it will definitely delay the college entrance examination." A teacher commented after learning this news.
"Director Gavin, we can't let them be so任性 (reckless) any longer. Otherwise, this year's college entrance examination, a good hand, will be messed up!" A teacher advised Gavin again.
This time, Gavin directly called Ethan.
He had a hunch that among these three people, as long as he could persuade Ethan, they would all give up.
"Are you sure you want to participate in that exam?"
"Yes, of course! I'm just idle and looking for something to do. Isn't there still a long time before the college entrance examination? Just right, taking advantage of this gap, I will add some honor to our school and the whole Sunny County!" Ethan said with a smile.
"Idle? Haven't you seen that those students are almost crazy busy? Everyone is intensively reviewing, fearing that they are not well - prepared. But look at you! You still say you are idle?" Gavin said.
"Director Gavin, it seems that you really don't understand. When I was at school, I didn't have much time to study either! I was really free! Look, I was so free the other day that I even went to fight and solve cases. If I don't find something serious to do, I'm afraid I will cause other troubles." Ethan said.
Hearing this, finally Gavin shuddered and completely gave up.
"Anyway, once the exam is over, come back quickly to prepare for the college entrance examination! And don't let failure affect your mood!" Gavin said to Ethan.
"Director Gavin, we haven't even gone there yet. How do you know we will surely fail? You shouldn't be like this!"
"Am I supposed to lie through my teeth? Say that you can do well in the exam and enter the finals?" Gavin said.
"..."
...
Principal Peter Zhang called Ethan, Sophia, and Kevin to his office.
"You three are the three pillars of our school!
I believe you have also seen all the opinions and views outside. Everyone doesn't approve of your participation in the exam. However, this exam is free to sign up for, and every student has the right to participate. I respect your choice.
In order to ensure that you can participate smoothly, I will send a teacher to go with you. I have only one request for you: pay attention to safety and come back as soon as possible!" Principal Peter Zhang said.
...
Kevin and Sophia's families already knew about it.
Ethan's parents still knew nothing about it at present.
When they heard that their child was going to participate in the Global Elite Selection Contest, their first reaction was to be happy!
They thought that the school had selected him to participate.
After Ethan told them, they were a little worried.
"Xiaochen, aren't you worried... that if you don't do well in the exam at that time, it will affect your college entrance examination results?" Grace Feng said.
"Mom and Dad, you should have confidence in me. Who is your son? I'm very capable. Don't worry, it's okay!" Ethan said.
"Yeah! Okay! When you are outside, listen to the teacher, don't run around randomly, and remember to call home." Grace Feng said.
"Got it."
In the evening, Ethan came to Charlie Chen's home again.
"I've heard that you are going to participate in the Global Elite Selection Contest! A man should be like this, do something even though he knows it's difficult. Even if you fail, you can also make yourself concentrate better!" Charlie Chen said.
Ethan was speechless. Was this a compliment?
Then, Charlie Chen took out five thousand yuan and handed it to Ethan.
"Charlie Chen, I don't need it. I have some in my pocket. There is still a lot of money from selling medicine." Ethan said.
"Just take it. Buy some decent clothes and don't be too stingy when eating. Remember, you are from the Ling School. Don't embarrass our Ling School!" Charlie Chen said.
"Don't worry. I will definitely bring back a championship trophy to be your chamber pot, and let outsiders see the grandeur of our Ling School!" Ethan said with a smile.
"Get out!"
When coming out from Charlie Chen's place, he saw Rose.
"I heard that you are about to participate in that Global Elite Selection Contest! My sister said that this event is extremely difficult and the competition is very fierce! Many students from key affiliated high schools are participating, and they have been doing corresponding training for a long time. If you go to compete with them now, you will be at a great disadvantage! My sister also said that many students in their school are not optimistic about you! They don't believe you have this strength? They say you are asking for humiliation!"
"Do you believe it?" Ethan asked.
"Me? Of course I believe! I believe that as long as you want, you can bring back a championship at any time!"
"So you believe in me so much?"
"Of course! Heehee..."
Three days later!
Ethan, Kevin, and Sophia, led by Emily Liang, went to Greenhill City, the provincial capital of Azure Province!
...
"Mr. Moore, are you in charge of leading the team this time?" Emily Liang asked a man.
Originally, Mr. Moore should have been responsible for leading all the students in Azura City in this selection contest. However, Mr. Moore didn't think highly of Ethan and the other two at all and was not even willing to be the team leader. In the end, it had to be Emily Liang to lead Ethan and them.
"Yes! There are five students on our side participating in this exam this time!" Mr. Moore looked at his students, obviously "excluding" Emily Liang and them from Azura City.
"We have been preparing for this test for a whole year! Last year, the students in Azura City were almost in the top twenty! This time, I hope we can make it!"
"How long have you in Sunny County prepared for this selection? Why haven't I heard of it?" Mr. Moore looked at the three people behind Emily Liang and asked with some confusion.
Actually, before he came, he had already investigated these three people. Although their grades were okay, they had never received special training. It was simply wishful thinking for them to be promoted in this selection contest.
This was also the reason why he refused to be their team - leading teacher.
"No, we haven't prepared..." Emily Liang was a little embarrassed.
"No? You dare to come and take the exam without preparation? Isn't this nonsense?" Mr. Moore was once again glad about his previous decision.
"I advise you to go back now. It's not too late yet."
"They are all good students and also the first and second in the whole city this time! I believe in their strength."
"The first and second?" A look of disdain flashed across Mr. Moore's face.
"That's because my students have never focused their main energy on study. If they get serious, where will be your turn to be the first and second?" Mr. Moore said.
Hearing this, a look of displeasure flashed across Emily Liang's face!
This statement was too... excessive!
"Before the college entrance examination, every minute and second of review counts. You should think it over. Once you decide, you will have to pay the price! Even if you are eliminated in the first round, it will still waste your time. More importantly, after failure, the impact on your mentality is too great. I'm sure you will be severely hit! So, it's still time to go back now!" Mr. Moore reminded them.
Hearing this, Emily Liang's face also changed a little. Although these words were harsh, she had to admit that they were the truth! Then, she looked at Ethan behind her.
"You should think about it again. Just as this teacher said, it's still time to go back now."
"No! We will not go back." Kevin said.
"Since we are here, how can we be cowardly just because of one sentence? We will fight to the end!" Ethan also said.
Sophia beside them, although she didn't speak, the firmness in her eyes could be felt by anyone.