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Chapter 983: Meng Tian's Smile

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Wang Zheng had a routine lifestyle at the Elite Academy. Within the three big battle teams, he seemed to be the calmest and was in the public eye the most. He still went for classes when there were classes, ate supper when it was supper time. He was either super confident or he did not care much for winning or losing. Everyone thought that the latter was the more reliable explanation. Regardless of victory or defeat, both Saruman Snake and Wang Zheng were well-known to the public.

Rather than being anxious, he should be calmer and gain some good impressions.

Saruman Snake was very open and invited the Eagle battle team and the Star Lya battle team for a few rounds of friendly battles. It was confidential and only an internal competition.

No matter what, the benefits of closing the door to train on their own could not be compared to working with many other ideas. Anyway, to the outside world, they were seen as the weakest. Wang Zheng was also not concerned with the leak of the so-called secret battle tactics. In fact, on the contrary, he gained much help from Dendi and Pampas.

Humans were not almighty, nor were they gods. After a few rounds of friendly battles, Dendi and Pampas both gave very good suggestions. Putting down the burden of victory, the two of them seemed to be extra serious.

The most important thing was face.

To be honest, both Dendi and Pampas' battle teams' results belonged to the lower half category. Saruman Snake was still one of the three big battle teams. As long as a team could enter the final competition, they were of a high level. Even though the average students would boast among themselves their theories of various battle tactics, these were unlikely to impress anyone in the world of the powerful people.

At least Asura and Imperial Glory did not treat them seriously. But Wang Zheng was different. He was genuinely impressed and even admired them a little.

Honestly, even at Dendi and Pampas' level, people would be likely to be prideful or rather have the feeling of finding a confidant.

Given Wang Zheng's good attitude towards them, it would be unreasonable of them if they did not contribute anything meaningful.

Pampas and Dendi were the people who truly understood Marzu. After all, they were from the same batch. But actually, the two of them also knew that from the start that Marzu from their batch was like a lonely mountain peak. He had disappeared very quickly because his opponents in the academy were no challenge at all. He was the earliest to enter the Abyss in the previous batch. No one knew exactly what mission he had carried out.

Dendi and Pampas had exchanged blows with Marzu before. He was really a little like Olivios. He had terrifying physical techniques, but he was more lethal than Olivios. Olivios was brutal and resilient, but he lacked the suppressive powers of Marzu. As for Marzu's Ability X, he seemed to have a strength-type Ability X. But to be honest, no one believed that. Strength-types belonged to a lower class of Ability X. Obviously, this meant that Marzu did not need his full strength at all to handle everything.

While both Dendi and Pampas did not think that Saruman Snake had any chance of victory, humans were wise and could also fight an impressive battle. The process in itself was an extreme enjoyment.

At the start, they thought that Wang Zheng was just being polite. They did not expect to become friends after a few days together. Wang Zheng's ability was shocking, especially his physical cultivation. However, he was very supportive of tactical theories. This was very rare.

While it was the eve of the big battle, Huiyin was doing whatever she wanted. She had to chat with Wang Zheng every day, even if it was just a few sentences. Perhaps she was inspired by the atmosphere of the big battle and was preparing to write a song for the Greatest King.

Aina disappeared after that accidental intimate moment. It seemed like she was purposely keeping a distance from Wang Zheng. Even Huiyin could sense it and asked Wang Zheng if he had done something to her sister. To this, Wang Zheng did not know whether to laugh or cry. If one were to truly talk about what he had done, other than completing the last step, he had done whatever could be done.

Contradiction was not only at Aina's side. It was the same for Wang Zheng. He thought of Ye Zisu, Yan Xiaosu, and the others, as well as the clash between his relationship and Kashawen's threat. The Wang Zheng now had changed a lot from the high school Wang Zheng at that time. He had grown a lot. and the feeling he had when meeting Aina at that time and meeting her again this time was different.

In Wang Zheng's heart, he still thought that the purest and sincerest emotions he had at that time could perhaps never be repeated. This was because Wang Zheng could never return to that time when he was 16 years old. Thinking about that still brought warmth to Wang Zheng's heart.

He wanted to solve all these things. Previously, reality had proven that it was a failure to have Aina carry all the burden alone. The problem was not on Aina but on him.

This determination could only be hidden in his heart. A man had to become stronger.

Reality proved that if men were not tough towards themselves, then other men, or even women, would be tougher towards them.

The Greatest King Competition was just the first step. He wanted to put himself in a sensitive position. The more he challenged himself, the more chances he would have. As long as he was not dead, he would stand again and take a step forward.

This way, he would be nearer to Aina by a step. When Aina instinctively held Wang Zheng's hand, when that warm little hand was shivering, Wang Zheng's heart shivered as well.

Except when Wang Zheng was trying his best to walk towards Aina, he was moving further from another person.

The Milky Way Galaxy Military College, this was the school on par with Elite Academy X. It was a school that was directly affiliated with the Milky Way Alliance. It had gained attention together with the Elite Academy X. They had a different situation from the excited atmosphere at Elite Academy X. The Milky Way Military College was still quietly floating in the universe.

At the moment, the Milky Way Military College was one of the main departments carrying out the exploration project. Once the scientists had confirmed a direction, they would start their mission.

This type of mission could take a long or short time. It had a certain level of danger. Students had to voluntarily sign up. Unless they had genes with the extreme desire for risk in their bones, no one would want to go.

Of course, youngsters were easier to rally. Except the project this time was different. Icy beauty Meng Tian had taken the initiative to join in. This excited many students.

This lightweight space team would travel through three unknown star territories and build a teleportation portal. This was the mission for the first phase. It would take at least a year's time and also meant that it would be a beautiful chance to be alone with each other. In the lonely space, there was always a chance for passion to be sparked.

In the days after Aina had left, Meng Tian gradually defeated all her opponents in the Milky Way Galaxy Military College. Meng Tian's coldness was not piercing. It was a type of self-protection. It roused people's desire to provide warmth. Her Ability X was the rare ice world.

This was a product of amalgamation between some type of amazing transparency ability and the personal attribute of the ability user. To illustrate, the usual Ability X was on the molecular level, but her Ability X had entered the atomic level. This was not a direct battle power, but on the control of a battleship, her spiritual analysis and logic would be many times sharper than that of other commanders. Her predictive and judgment abilities would only be stronger. She would hardly make mistakes thanks to the attribute of ice.

Of course, these were not the main points. The main point was beauty!

She radiated a type of coldness that carried a hint of warmth within. People could not help but want to tear off that icy cold exterior.

The school was also surprised that Meng Tian had voluntarily joined this project. Meng Tian's father, Meng Ao, was currently in charge of the military affairs of the Solar System. This meant that there had to be some political considerations when Meng Tian was carrying out some dangerous or long term missions. The school was more careful with the safety considerations especially after that incident with Aina. Hence, at the very beginning, Meng Tian was excluded from the project. No one had expected Meng Tian to take the initiative and ask to join. This also instantly solve the problem of igniting the enthusiasm of the students.

Because of her excellent results and also because she had already signed the agreement to join the Milky Way Alliance Army after graduating, Meng Tian had already gained the position of lieutenant. From the start of the military school, she was considered to have started serving her military term.

No one had seen Meng Tian excited before. The army on land needed passion, but as a future ship captain, she would never need passion. Other than calmness, what she needed was still calmness.

Everyone needed to rest. They all needed entertainment and relaxed times. While Meng Tian could coordinate with anyone during training, she preferred to be alone reading or listening to music when resting. She seemed to be thinking of something. Her admirer had by chance managed to capture a photo of Meng Tian smiling through his Skylink.

At that moment, Meng Tian was listening to something and seemed to have thought of something warm and happy, and let out the slightest smile.

At that instant, it was as though the thousand-year-old ice mountain melted. This photo was uploaded onto the Milky Way Galaxy Military College, and it instantly excited the whole college.

Everyone was guessing what it was or perhaps who it was that could melt the ice goddess.

But no one knew. Even if a girl was cold, she would usually have at least a best friend or someone. It was as though this was a must in the girls' world. But Meng Tian did not need such people.

Training and learning filled her life. It also made many people curious about the reason she needed to work so hard.

Chapter 984: Friends From Afar

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

The big battle at the Elite Academy had yet to start, and Professor Xiao Fei had shocked the world again.

Xiao Fei released a new thesis trying to supercede the Parallel Space Theory. She supported the Super String Theory, the one not with 11 dimensions but rather 26 dimensions, the Big Universe Theory.

In Xiao Fei's world, parallel space was not somewhere unreachable. Any so-called boundaries that the universe could not touch were all limitations on theories. It was just like the earliest period of time when humans walked out of Earth. Parallel space ultimately could be travelled through.

In a 26 dimensions world, consciousness was the original source of everything. When consciousness melted into the universe, it could surpass time space and arrive instantaneously…

And the empirical proof to the 26 dimensions hypothesis was actually the… Abyss.

Of course, the Abyss was far from reaching 26 dimensions, but its appearance and structure were already enough to show the lacking areas of the original theory of 11 dimensions.

Humans needed further and bolder theorization, just like the earliest Comparative Theory. Hence, Xiao Fei had given her most ambitious hypothesis.

Obviously, this was not the truth and could only be considered a guess.

But she overthrew the famous Alan Tucker Spatial Physics Structure. Her supporters and opponents were already engaged in heated debate.

One group of people supported Xiao Fei, while the other was debating strongly against her. Because even though they had conducted a surface level analysis of the Abyss, it was still insufficient to support the hypothesized theory. It was very normal to have some unexplainable small problems. Quite a number of people thought that Xiao Fei was just seeking attention.

However, considering her past results, this thesis had too many unproven points. Xiao Fei did not care about those. She only had to do what she needed to do.

The shares of KO Group rose sharply. This helped the KO Group tide through a dangerous period and avoided the attention of some strong, large financial groups.

Xiao Fei was not just building castles out of air. This thesis obviously did not entirely originate from her. Other than Old Merchant, there was also help from Universe's Genesis Coffee. Of course, Xiao Fei only threw out a portion. Some things were still not ready to be publicized at the moment. They had to have debates first before they could have a conclusion.

The original space theories allowed humans to develop to this level. They achieved important results in areas such as spatial teleportation and more. But when faced with a structure like the Abyss, these theories seemed useless.

The Abyss's existence did not belong to beta-space. Logically speaking, it should then belong to Higher Dimension Space. But the special time and space characteristics of Higher Dimension Space were not shown in the Abyss. The Abyss was still like a three dimensional space. This meant that the original 11 dimensions spatial structure was problematic.

And after the appearance of the inner space within the core of the Abyss, the problem of this theory became bigger.

While unsure of whether it was natural or done by the Zerg tribe, obviously it could not be explained by our current strengths. And if they remained confined to the existing theories, they were highly likely to commit a fatal error on the big picture.

No matter how much noise was made by those that disagreed, it could not affect Xiao Fei's mood. With this discussion topic, she had already invited the related authorities from Universe's Genesis Coffee and held a small-scale symposium at Roland Garros.

Usually, when most people hear of symposiums, they have the impression of a bunch of old people acting all scholarly. But this time it was indeed a debate to support or oppose this theory.

Of course, Xiao Fei's other purpose was to visit Roland and even see the Abyss for herself. Butcher's data was very detailed and comprehensive, but towards space itself, she had to experience it personally.

The people accompanying this time, other than her old partner, Marcus, was Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun. Chen Xiu was an important member of the team. Of the 007 that year, only Chen Xiu was still persevering in this field. Even though he lacked Wang Zheng's talent, he had extensive development and also great potential. After all, not everyone had a teacher like Wang Zheng did.

Bringing Yao Ailun along was, on the other hand, to let him personally experience the finals of the Greatest King Competition. Then he could return and promote Ares College. After all, Student Ailun was now relatively professional.

This made Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu extremely excited. They could finally be at Inner Roland. The two of them could boast about this within their social circles for a few years.

There was even less to say about Chen Xiu. He was carrying the hope of everyone at the school. He was to give the Saruman Snake battle team great support.

The Elite Academy had to give them such an honor. Xiao Fei was, at the moment, the most sought after star of the scientific world. If she was not the principal of Ares College, even the Elite Academy would have invited her to join them.

Of course, leaving a good impression would bring them future opportunities. After all, with Xiao Fei's level, she could not always be confined to a tiny Earth. Roland Garros was the place with the best resources, both software or hardware. This was something Earth, or even the whole Solar System, could not compare up to. For Xiao Fei to continue her journey upwards, it was just a matter of time before she gave up her position at Ares College.

On this, Xiao Fei actually knew a little. It was not good to keep staying on Earth. It was just that she had yet to make her decision, and even if she were to leave, she also had to wait until Ares College was on the right track.

When Xiao Fei and her group arrived at Roland Garros, there were only two days left before the Greatest King. The first impression Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu had upon arrival was that they were in another world.

This was a little like the frog coming out of the well.

Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan naturally came to pick them up. The four people from 007 of that year gathered once again. They really did not know whether they would have the chance to gather like this ever again.

Xiao Fei did not come. She still had some official matters at hand and had asked people to send Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun over first.

"F**k, Ailun, since when did you start growing a beard?" Zhang Shan could not hold back his laughter.

Yao Ailun pushed his spectacles. "This is my professional image. Do you think that the commentator world is an easy one to survive in? This beard adds to my domineering aura."

"Indeed, you do look more mature," Wang Zheng said. "Chen Xiu is taller too."

"Brother Zheng, I'm an adult now. Maybe I will be taller than all of you in a few years."

Zhang Shan had already lifted Chen Xiu up in a hug. "Brothers, welcome to Inner Roland. You guys will witness the moment Wang Zheng and I reach the peak!"

"Will you die if you stop boasting!?" Wang Zheng did not know whether to laugh or cry.

"You have to boast. If you guys really reach the peak, I'll boast for you for the rest of my life!" Yao Ailun said.

"Brother Zheng, I have many presents from our juniors, but they cannot be brought into Inner Roland. I'll pass them to you after the competition," Chen Xiu said.

"Ah, there's presents. Where's mine?" Zhang Shan laughed.

"There's nothing for you. It's all for Brother Zheng."

"F**k, how can the female juniors be so biased in their treatment?" Zhang Shan shrugged his shoulders. Everyone laughed heartily.

Both Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan each carried one passenger and flew towards the academy. The flying pot was enough for Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu to be awed for quite some time.

No matter who it was, they would be attracted by this type of unique transportation.

"Brother Zheng, will our visit at this time affect you guys?" Chen Xiu asked. He could not feel at all that the two were on the eve of a big battle.

Wang Zheng laughed. "It's useless to do last minute work. We have already finished the necessary preparations. Besides, our Saruman Snake is not the first to fight. You guys are lucky. You can spend more time here."

"Professor Xiao has received quite the honor. Usually, we really do not let any non-academy personnel in, not to mention even staying for so long." Zhang Shan was also impressed. Reaching Inner Roland and developing to this day, they still could not escape from the authoritative shadow of Witch Xiao.

"Of course, the Professor is now a major player in the world of physics. And physics is the most important field. It is needless to say that her influence will be great," Chen Xiu said laughingly. He was now also Xiao Fei's personal disciple.

Chapter 985: Empire Against Empire

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

As a disciple, Chen Xiu was now also famous in the Solar System. He was a member of the Solar System Institute of Science as well. The brothers were all not idle in their own fields.

Everything about Inner Roland was really very new to normal people like Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun. When Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan first came here, they were shocked too, but their reactions were not as exaggerated as these two.

It was also because of the constant battling that their hearts had become stronger.

After helping Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu settle down, Wang Zheng and Zhang Shan still had classes. They could not stop their training either. At this last moment, although they were not nervous, they still had to maintain a normal and stable state, and not be too relaxed. Even though they were not in the first round of competition, they still had to have good control over their psychological rhythms.

Zhang Shan's own personality was a relatively hyper one, but he was also learning. It was time to test himself with a big battle.

From a tactical point of view, Saruman Snake still had certain advantages. Although others did not regard them as powerful competitors, Saruman Snake were confident in themselves.

Elite Academy X's first Greatest King championship was about to start.

This competition was also streamed live to more than 10,000 military academies in the Milky Way Alliance. Similarly, in the Elite Academy X, this grand sight was unprecedented.

This level of excitement was several times that of the individual elite competitions. Many non-combat students were not interested in the individual competitions. What era was it now; individual heroism was out of date. They were not interested in those who simply pursued the purely physical fights and lacked battle wits. The Greatest King, however, was different. There were many factors tested in this competition.

First round, Imperial Glory battle team vs Asura battle team.

More than a thousand people filled the venue. A three-dimensional holographic live projection was put on the field outside, which allowed all the students of the entire Elite Academy to have an immersive experience and truly feel the strongest collision between individual force and teamwork.

Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were among them. For two days, the two of them deeply felt an inexplicable impetus. This was the Elite Academy X. Everyone here, the grass and trees here, were all very different. As long as you were in it, how to put it, it was like being in the highest hall of all humanity.

The whole person would become different.

Here, everyone would not be easily satisfied. Everyone was a legend, a story, because everyone here was a leader in their own country. They were all gifted.

Now Wang Zheng would lead his team and stand on the peak of the elites to get the highest glory.

The Greatest King.

How proud would that be. This was, in itself, the greatest honor. An Earthling could actually stand on such a stage.

Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu were not sitting inside. They wanted to feel how it was outside as a student of the Elite Academy.

At this moment, both of them understood how Zhang Shan transformed. Because at this moment, if he had remained on Earth, Zhang Shan would never be known and never be remembered, much less stand on such a stage.

Life was nothing more than that.

The situation of the 10,000 and more military academies connected was similar. Almost all that had the facilities placed a hologram of the same proportion to the actual competition in the Elite Academy's square directly. It was difficult to watch a battle at such a standard and such a level normally. This time the Elite Academy was willing to open up. This did not mean that in the future, they would do the same.

No one would miss the opportunity to see such high levels of battling. In particular, the two sides of this battle represented the two most powerful countries in humanity today.

The Aslan Empire and Arbiter Republic.

Needless to say, it was the same in the Aslan Empire and Arbiter Republic. 20 military academies were connected. Aslan and Arbiter competed in all fields and corners, but military confrontation was undoubtedly the most direct and most important. This battle at the Elite Academy would be the true exhibition of might.

This did not require any pre-battle incitement. As long as it was these two teams who met, it was in itself a climax.

Indoors, members of the major battle teams were sitting at the front. When they adjusted the angle of the glasses, they could observe the clearest and most direct battling.

This was an opportunity, especially for the Saruman Snake battle team.

The students of Aslan and Arbiter were all present. Aina and Lin Huiyin were, of course, there too. The success or failure of this battle was also very important to Aina. As the first princess, since she was here at the Elite Academy, it was her responsibility to work hard for success.

The hosts, Xue Yue and Ka Tao, introduced the members from both sides who would participate this time.

Imperial Glory battle team: Di Maria, Heracles, Jin Yaoer, Lu Die, Annil.

Everyone was still a bit surprised by this lineup. The usual tank pilot of the Imperial Glory battle team, Gu Dongliang, was not participating. Battling against the Asura battle team without a heavy mech, was the Imperial Glory battle team going to use a flexing strategy?

Asura battle team: Marzu, Olivios, Beo, Sweeney, Simba.

Everyone expected this lineup of the Asura battle team. The next step was the choice of mecha, which would determine the positions and battle tactics.

"The two sides should have done a variety of tactical analysis and pre-judgment before the battle. Let us wait and see!" Xue Yue's voice was full of passion.

"Based on the strength of these two teams, as long as they fight with their own style, it will be the best!" Ka Tao said. Both his eyes were almost shining with golden light. This was the highest level of fighting to be seen so far.

This was Marzu's debut. The Imperial Glory also used all their efforts.

Other than the students, the professors in the college had also arrived, but they were very low-key. This was the stage and the world of the students, they were just bystanders.

However, this competition had reached this stage, and it was enough to attract the attention of professors in the various fields. Butcher hoped that Wang Zheng could perform well. This was very important as to how far Wang Zheng could progress in the future.

A good impression was worth a thousand words.

At the level of the Elite Academy's professors, outside of politics, it would be difficult to impress them with benefits. What was important was whether the student's potential and temperament fit them.

Since he entered the competition, he must seize the opportunity. It was not a must to defeat the Asura or Imperial Glory, as long as he could fight in his own style.

Of course, the protagonists of this match were Asura and Imperial Glory.

Warriors from both sides began to choose their own mecha.

"The heavy mech warrior of the Imperial Glory battle team is out, oh, God, it is actually Annil… Is she a heavy mech warrior?"

The first person of the two battle teams had chosen. However, when almost everyone thought that Imperial Glory had given up their heavy mech, Annil actually chose a heavy mech.

Annil – Royal Guard

"The heavy mech of the Asura battle team is no doubt Beo's Ox Demon mech. In the heavy mech position, the Ox Demon vs the Royal Guard!"

Beo – Ox Demon mech

Next was the scout position.

"Asura's Sweeney, Soul Reaper. Sweeney is also the best scout among the strongest kings!" Xue Yue said loudly. It was obvious she was speaking for women.

"The scout of Imperial Glory is Jin Yaoer, Bee Stinger M!"

Every time a mech was chosen, the audience would cheer, and their voices would be full of enthusiasm. In such a battle between kings, each warrior would use their own best techniques.

The scouts of Asura and Imperial Glory were actually very strong. Sweeney's stealthy reaping and Jin Yaoer's fatal assassination were the trump cards of the scouts. The only reason why their abilities were not so prominent was due to their even more outstanding team.

"Next up we have the attackers. On the side of Imperial Glory is Heracles, Phantom King. Let us look forward to the magical power of Atlantis!"

The Atlanteans' support was extremely high. This was due to the human being's innate love for this civilization. This was what the Mayans really could not compare to.

"Asura battle team, no doubt, Olivios's Slayer, the unbeatable attacker!"

Marzu had made his move. Olivios was in the second position, but it was even more terrifying to actually put Olivios in the attacker position.

This was also the depth of the Asura battle team.

"Sniper position, Imperial Glory battle team, Lu Die – M200 Oracle, Lu Die has drawn her sword!"

The M200 Oracle, Aslan's newest mech, known as the ace of snipers. Lu Die chose this mech to suppress the opponents.

"Asura battle team, Simba's Annihilator, the classic trump card of Arbiter!"

After finishing the announcement, Xue Yue and Ka Tao paused for a while. This gave everyone a good chance to build suspense and excitement.

"The next step would be the choice of the two opponents. The first is Marzu of the Asura battle team, the pride of our Elite Academy, and the mech chosen by Senior Marzu is the Conqueror Alpha!"

"The response of Imperial Glory's team leader Di Maria is the BS001. This is a retro mech that the Aslan Empire uses to pay tribute to the legends, but its functionality is also amazing. It is also another ace mech of Aslan!"

"Now, let's cheer for the two teams with all our might. Who is the greatest king!"

Inside and outside the venue, people cheered loudly. It was deafening. The excitement of the audience in the numerous military academies was like rolling ocean waves. The battle between the strongest had begun.

Chapter 986: Greed and Fear

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Jin Yaoer (Bee Stinger M) Sweeney (Reaper)

Annil (Royal Guard) Beo (Ox Demon mech)

Heracles (Phantom King) Olivios (Slayer)

Di Maria (BS001) Marzu (Conqueror Alpha)

Lu Die (M200 Oracle) Simba (Annihilator)

Ten mech warriors entered the battlefield. After two rounds of the Greatest King Competition, everyone was already too familiar with the urban battlefield. The battlefield used in the finals was also the battlefield as it could test each team's foundations the best.

Both formations were very compact and pushed towards the center, but after a minute, the situation changed. The audience exclaimed.

Aslan's Imperial Glory battle team used their big move!

In this crucial finals, the most stable situation would be a confrontation in the center of the map. No one was afraid of anyone, but in order to prevent accidents, all the main roads must be watched by a mech. After all, they still had to be on guard for the other party's sneak attack.

Almost everyone in and outside the venue was sure that the two teams would launch a fierce fight in the midfield, but only Di Maria was in Imperial Glory's center lane.

Di Maria was piloting the BS001 all alone on the central road. It was said that this mech belonged to a legendary invincible War God. It was said to be a very primitive model, but in fact, its capabilities were particularly strong. The appearance was very ordinary, and its body was slightly bigger than the usual mecha.

Heracles led the other four people from the top and advanced. Was this to ambush the opponent?

It was very dangerous to use this kind of battle tactic with big moves. If the Arbiters were cautious enough, it was most likely that the opponent would directly kill him in the middle lane. You must know that this was Arbiter's Asura battle team. They definitely had this ability.

This was the first time Marzu participated in battle. Di Maria, this junior, was not modest at all.

Di Maria did not care about the statuses of seniors and juniors. He despised it deeply. In his eyes, there was only the big Aslan. What was the Milky Way Alliance? It was only for Princess Aina that he came here.

What Marzu, Olivios? A group of lowly people. It was enough that they could jump around when he was not there.

Fighting was about the realization of art. The bigger the competition, the more courage and confidence you must have. When others were greedy, you must know fear. When others fear, you must be greedy.

Psychological warfare was the highest level of fighting, and a group of country bumpkins from Arbiter would not understand.

Huiyin was a bit nervous. She did not understand it very well, but she also knew that this move was very dangerous. After the mecha reached a certain distance, both sides could be exposed to danger at any time, even if the mech was silent. This was a battle of reaction time and psychological strength.

But Aslan was still in a very dangerous situation. Even if Heracles and the rest successfully killed one of Asura's mech warriors, what about the others?

Now it depended on the ability of both sides to deal with changes. The engines of Heracles, Lu Die, Jin Yaoer, and Annil's mecha were all at the lowest frequency. Once they entered the hunting area, they would all be silent, relying solely on the pilot's strong body to move the mech stealthily. Of course, only the students of the Elite Academy could do it.

And Di Maria in the midfield was moving at normal speed.

"Di Maria is a bit too daring. Isn't he afraid that Asura will use their big move too?"

"It's really not Asura's style to play with tactics. They prefer confrontational suppression."

"That is why people say that the Arbiters do not have their own ideas, they are too rigid."

There was no gap at Asura's side. The five lines advanced at the same time, and the distance was relatively compact, obviously also to prevent accidents.

But at this level, there was no security at all with this distance.

"If I were Marzu, the whole team would simply advance forward quickly and defeat the Imperial Glory in one breath," Rennes said. Obviously, he thought Asura was too stupid. Was this Marzu a newbie? Everyone was saying that Marzu was strong. He just came into the public eye for a while after being a coward for two rounds. Why were there so many people supporting him?

Pampas smiled slightly. "Di Maria's ability to suppress opponents in a group battle is too strong. They will not have the advantage if they engage in a frontal confrontation. A compact five-line advancement is the safest. Although conservative, if you have confidence in your own strength, it is still the best."

"Are you sure that this is confidence? I think this is being cowardly. Both sides are cowardly. According to what you said, if Di Maria is so strong, isn't it better to just force the group forward? Why launch a sneak attack? Isn't this contradictory?" Sartes said flatly. He looked down on both Pampas and Dendi. They had a few years of experience, but in the end, their abilities were just average. They relied on some small tricks to gain the favor of others and even suppress him.

Pampas smiled slightly and did not get angry. However, Dendi could not take it. Actually, before the Greatest King Competition, the rules of the Elite Academy were still very good. At least there was some respect for the seniors, but the students who recently entered were nastier than the others. It was as if they were here to conquer the place.

"Strong people also have to use their brains during battles. There is no absolute strength in the world," Dendi said.

"This is an excuse for the weak." Sartes did not agree. Sartes's Dark Wolves battle team was indeed fierce. He looked down on Pampas and Dendi, who had opened up. Of course, it was not that Sartes had no brains. He was also using this way to attract attention and show himself off.

"There may be strong people here, but it would certainly not be you," Wang Zheng said, "You can be brawny, but you cannot have no brains."

Wang Zheng did not give Sartes face at all, and Sartes's expression changed on the spot. It was always him criticizing others and no one dared to criticize him.

"Wang Zheng, you have guts!"

"To know whether or not I have guts, we will have to wait till you become a girl. The two seniors are too lazy to argue with you. I don't mind educating you on how to behave." Wang Zheng smiled slightly. He looked so relaxed and thought nothing of Sartes.

In the Elite Academy, everyone maintained a distance from each other. They would not become too close to anyone nor would they easily offend anyone. Especially for people from some small countries. Obviously, Earth was a small country, but this did not apply to Wang Zheng.

In the end, Sartes could not kick up a fuss in such an occasion. As for the evil glares, in the eyes of Wang Zheng, it was child's play.

On the other hand, Pampas and Dendi showed some gratitude. They did not expect that Wang Zheng would stand up and speak for them.

On the battlefield, the crucial moment had arrived. Heracles and the others had earned some time after advancing in full speed. They were already waiting at the corner of a building, and on the opposite side, Beo's Ox Demon mech was approaching.

This was definitely the best chance for the Imperial Glory battle team. The speed of heavy mecha were the slowest. Although the defense was strong, there was an equally strong sniper on the other team.

Everyone was holding their breath, and Di Maria's mouth curled up slightly. The feeling of piloting the BS001 was really great. It was derived from an ancient legend, an invincible War God used it before. Whether or not it was true, this BS001 was very suitable for him.

So what if he was faced with a thousand soldiers and millions of horses?

Beo was very cautious. When the mech warriors were moving forward, they also maintained a certain communication with each other. He had participated in a lot of battles with Olivios. This was a person with practical experience. He vaguely felt that something was wrong.

Chapter 987: The Master of Time

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Under the circumstance of making steady progress, the speed of Asura was not considered fast. They should have met their opponent by now, but why was it so quiet?

At this moment, it was just a matter of one sentence. Beo felt that he should communicate with the team. If the other lines were also so quiet, then there was a problem.

However, Heracles did not intend to give Beo this opportunity. The timing to attack was based on a feeling. The silent mecha suddenly all started their engines together. The Phantom King, a god-like mirage, floated and attacked Beo directly.

Based on the Ox Demon's speed, the four mech warriors would surely kill him. When everyone saw Beo stop, all of them held their breaths. This battlefield scene surpassed normality, but there was no use.

Almost at the same time, the other members of the Asura battle team moved closer immediately, and rushed directly into the midfield. They did not help the Ox Demon. What kind of courage did the Imperial Glory have to dare to use this kind of stupid tactic?

Marzu took the lead. Di Maria's BS001 was in front of him. The other members of Asura had already swiftly surrounded Di Maria.

Facing the enemy's sneak attack, Beo did not escape. At this time, if he thought about how to escape, he would die faster. After a loud, explosive sound, the Ox Demon met up with them. As a warrior of Arbiter, they must be ready to sacrifice themselves at any time.

Facing the frontal ambush from the Phantom King, the Ox Demon suddenly slammed into it. The Phantom King exploded – it was an energy clone. The Ox Demon did not continue to fight, but slammed into the building beside. As long as it crashed into it, he could delay for more time

Hong….

A laser shot out precisely, hitting the Ox Demon directly, making it stumble. Jin Yaoer and Annil started attacking.

Unexpectedly, Annil turned out to be a heavy mech pilot. The Royal Guard descended from the sky. Its huge shields directly repelled the Ox Demon. Jin Yaoer and thr Phantom King started attacking.

They did not want to consume too much Ability X, especially their core Ability X. For this battle, the Imperial Glory battle team had a clear plan. If they had more power, they would be more confident in winning the final battle.

But at this time, no one cared about the Ox Demon, and no one cared about the success or failure of the tactics.

What was this???

At the midfield, the three mech warriors, Marzu, Olivios, and Sweeney, were stalled by Di Maria.

The three mech warriors seemed to be trapped in a quagmire, slowly advancing in slow motion. Surrounding Di Maria's BS001 was a colorful and glaring force field – Time Quagmire.

Moreover, this was a mid-grade B-rank Ability X!

Inside the mech, Di Maria's face was full of supreme pride. This was the gap. In some things, this group of country bumpkins would never catch up with him, even with their lives. What Arbiter, what Van Brothers? In front of him, they were all rubbish!

Within the Time Quagmire, there was a time deceleration. Everyone's actions and even their consciousness would be slowed down, including Di Maria's.

This meant that even if the opponent had the Ability X to break through the blockade, they would be much slower than usual.

This was the time difference.

This was the time master, Di Maria, the real human aristocrat!

He wanted to achieve victory by himself and win the MVP for the most beautiful princess in the world.

Simba's Annihilator realized the change and did not enter. The sniper rifle fired, but the laser also slowed down in the Time Quagmire. Although it hit the energy shield of Di Maria, it was useless.

At the other battlefield, Beo had been smashed alive. Will was useless in front of absolute power.

Aslan warriors rushed to the battlefield in the midfield. The advantage had been established. As long as Di Maria stalled their opponents, victory belonged to them.

This tactic was also questioned before the battle. The most important thing was whether or not Di Maria could hold on. This was not a joke. If it was other people, it would be fine, but their opponents were Marzu and Olivios.

But Aina nodded her head. Although she did not know how strong Marzu was, based on Di Maria's ability, he could do it.

Every second was crucial at this moment.

Zeng…

Suddenly, a ray of spiritual light exploded. The speed of Marzu's Conqueror mech increased. Olivios's Slayer, which was following closely, also sped up. Di Maria began to retreat. Three seconds later, Marzu's Conqueror mech rushed over with a dash. The force field dissipated, but Di Maria smiled slightly and piloted the mech to the corner of the building quickly. When he was turning, you could feel his ridicule.

This Ability X was a bit buggy.

Zhang Shan was stunned. This was not tactics. This was completely unreasonable. Marzu and Olivios gave chase at full speed. After all, the distance was very close. It was impossible to escape completely. As long as they killed Di Maria, then it would not be a loss.

The two mech warriors glided and made a turn at the same time. Di Maria's BS001 was not far away. Marzu and Olivios turned around almost immediately.

But it was too late.

At the back, Sweeney had been pierced through by Di Maria's BS001.

Retracting the beam saber, Di Maria did not retreat. There was also no need to retreat, because his team had arrived.

Time Illusion.

It was the physical body who left, but it actually did not leave. This was a small trick of the Time Ability X, and it depended on the ability user himself.

Time was the noblest existence in this universe, and he was the same. He was born to serve Princess Aina as the perfect couple in the universe, leading the Aslan Empire to dominate the world.

This was the hunger and thirst buried deep in Di Maria's heart!

The tactic was completely successful. When Sweeney piloted the Soul Reaper through the previous position of BS001, the BS001 would return to its previous position. Also, at the moment of arrival, time would give Di Maria's attack a terrible tearing ability. What was important was that even scouts like Sweeney could not react in time. In the face of time, the ability of stealth was extraordinarily childish.

Di Maria, who had the power of time, could easily see through these little tricks.

Finally, the two teams gathered in the midfield. The difference was that they had exchanged positions, and the Asura battle team lost two mech warriors.

"All along, everyone always liked to compare Asura and Imperial Glory. In fact, this is not what we, the Imperial Glory, want to see. We are two completely different teams, different styles. After this battle, there will only be Imperial Glory."

Di Maria said. His voice was very calm, but his suppressive aura was already released. It was his world!

He had taken on four opponents by himself and killed off one. You must know that his opponents included Marzu and Olivios.

The best way to spur on Aslan's warriors was to use Aslan's glory!

Marzu's Conqueror mech waved its hands, and the Annihilator retreated. Di Maria also smiled and waved his hand, and Lu Die disappeared.

Sniper versus sniper, so the battle would not be disrupted and it was still four versus two.

The Asura battle team was at an absolute disadvantage. If this was just an internal competition in the academy, then it was fine. However, countless students from military academies in the Milky Way Alliance were watching now. While Di Maria was talking about Imperial Glory and Asura, he was also talking about Aslan and Arbiter.

On this kind of battlefield, no one would say that Di Maria was arrogant. This was a stage that required strength. What was required was toughness. Modesty was already long outdated. This was the confidence that a strong country should have.

Chapter 988: Kneel, Admit Defeat!!!

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Di Maria was using this opportunity to show off, and he was very smart to choose such timing. Although Aina was not supportive, she could not object either. They also needed to show off sometimes. To these two big countries, this extent was not really a big deal. Competing was a must.

Political affairs were political affairs. Young people must have their own fighting spirit and pride. From this point of view, Di Maria knew how to seize the opportunity well. Five versus three, this was absolutely an opportunity. And the reason why he did that was on one hand he would be able to get some rest – the series of battles just now were not as easy as it seemed on the surface. On the other, he could also upset the opponent's mood.

This was the typical Aslan style, the perfect example.

In front of the whole world, it was just a victory in an ordinary competition. Because of Di Maria's words, it suddenly became different.

This was charisma.

The girls in the military academy who were watching were quickly conquered by the charms of Di Maria. Strong and noble, and so handsome. Aslan's conquering style was indeed much better than Arbiter in all aspects. This secluded country did not seem to be as strong as it was supposed to be.

Olivios's Slayer took a step forward. It was not that they were not aware of the opponent's plan, but the opponent's timing was very good, and the Asura battle team was stuck being passive.

Marzu's Conqueror mech suddenly reached out and stopped Olivios, "Simba, come back."

Simba, who had already left halfway, stopped almost at the moment he received the order, and immediately retreated.

Di Maria's words were heard by everyone on the public channel, but the Arbiters rarely responded with words.

What was happening here?

Did Marzu want to stop the competition?

It seemed that there was no rule in the game that restricted talking.

Everyone started discussing. From all aspects, Aslan's performance was better than Arbiter, and Marzu was a bit pretentious. He kept refusing to battle. It turned out that it was because he did not have enough strength. Compared to Di Maria, who took on four opponents and killed one by himself, Marzu was rubbish. At this level, they bragged so loudly, and in the end, they could not do anything when facing the Time Ability X.

What did he want to do at this moment?

At this moment, a strange sight appeared in the battleground. Olivios's Slayer and Simba's Annihilator began to retreat…

What were they doing?

They were not stopping the competition. It did not seem like they were going to argue with the Imperial Glory battle team either.

Look at the Arbiters around you. These people were very strange. No matter what kind of doubts they faced or what kind of predicament they were in, they were all calm. No depression, and no sadness. They faced everything very calmly.

Everyone disliked the Arbiters because they were rigid and disciplined like robots. Such people were not very popular, but the Arbiters didn't care about this.

Marzu's Conqueror mech pulled out a huge alloy sword and pointed it towards the Imperial Glory battle team. "After today, there will be no Imperial Glory."

What did he mean?

Was he going to take on five opponents by himself???

Immediately, there were discussions everywhere all over the Milky Way Alliance. Did he have brains?

This Di Maria obviously had a mid-grade B-rank Time Ability X. Even if he had used it once, it did not mean that he had no backups. The Atlanteans at the side were watching Marzu as if he was prey. Also, this was a complete lineup with a heavy armor, scout, and sniper. Let alone Marzu, even if it was an Earth-rank ace warrior, he would admit defeat.

As a leader, how could he be so impulsive? Too immature!

"So Arbiter is nothing much. They are losing in both ability and tactics."

"I have always said that Arbiters, other than having better discipline and being fearless of death, are really nothing much. You can see it from these so-called elites; I have never felt that they had any tactics from the beginning."

"From the perspective of overall national strength and national quality, there is still a certain gap between Arbiter and Aslan."

From everyone's discussions, it was clear that Di Maria had achieved his goal and Marzu was also angered from embarrassment.

He liked people who were cooperative like this. If every opponent was so simple, Aslan would be much faster in conquering the world.

In the viewing hall, the people sitting in the front row did not speak, especially Pampas and Dendi. As the people from the same generation as Marzu, they had not seen Marzu battle in a long time. It was unlikely that he regressed. But even if there was improvement, even if he entered the Earth-rank, facing such a perfect lineup when he just entered the Earth-rank, there was no way he would survive.

Both of them saw the doubt in each other's eyes. Even though Arbiters were a bit rigid, they were definitely not recklessly bold.

Dong… dong… dong, dong, dong, dong…

The Conqueror mech strode in big steps towards the enemy lineup. He really wanted to take on all the opponents himself��� he was seeking his death…

And Olivios and Simba really stayed off to the side. They were indeed brothers. Previously, Olivios was also stunned for a while and was defeated by the Saruman Snake in one move. Now it was the older brother. He was really the older brother and was even slower than Olivios. In such a grand and important occasion, did he have brains???

The Arbiters were also really rigid. Even if he was the leader, the members should object to such a nonsensical decision. Although the situation was bad, they could still continue to fight.

However, the two people stood at the side as obediently as babies. People who used to think that the Arbiters were particularly brave now felt that they looked so dumb!

"Arbiter has more than 40% of the votes in the pre-competition vote. In fact, it is only a little lower than Aslan, but after this battle, I am afraid there will be a huge change," Xue Yue said. She was a supporter of Aslan. Only the integration of beauty and power represented the elite and the future.

The members of the Imperial Glory battle team had great teamwork. They would not be careless even if it were just Marzu alone. Annil rushed out with a roar.

Ability X exploded out completely. In the cockpit, Annil instantly became very muscular.

Her type was the opposite of Zhang Runan's. Annil had Ability X of both muscles and ice, so her position was the most flexible. She could do anything, and her strongest suit was when she was piloting a heavy mech.

The Royal Guard held a big shield and rushed forward. Jin Yaoer's Bee Stinger M followed closely, maintaining a certain distance. As a sniper, Lu Die was not stressed at all. The opponent's sniper had already given up. She guessed that Asura would be easily taunted, but she did not expect it to be this extent.

The M200 overclocked sniper rifle of the Oracle mech had locked onto Marzu's Conqueror mech. Even if you were Marzu, a sniper could teach you to behave in a minute!

The Phantom King and BS001 were overseeing the overall situation. They followed closely too and could launch their attacks at any time. Both of them were top notch. Di Maria had fully achieved his goal. Although his Ability X could not be fully restored, it was enough for him to use some of his more minor abilities.

At this time, Annil's expression looked a bit like a violent lolita, but her strength was even more violent. She was maintaining the maximum output of her Ability X.

Facing Marzu, who was rushing forward head-on, Annil did not need to evade. At this time, the thing that Annil was most fearless of was fierce attacks.

She wanted to gauge what amazing powers this Marzu had.

The Royal Guard who was in the midst of the attack swung out her shield in a whirlwind – Mystical Dragon Tail Swipe!

An extremely aggressive defense!

Hong…

There was a deafening explosion sound, the ground collapsed, a shock wave swept out… but Annil actually blocked Marzu's frontal attack.

This…

In the last second, there were still many people waiting for a miracle. Since Marzu dared to make such a decision, there would probably be a one in a hundred chance of having a big move. Just like the magical ability of Di Maria, it could turn the tide, even if it was self-destruction.

However, there was nothing.

The power of this blow was very explosive. Annil felt the blood rushing up, but she blocked it.

For the glory of Aslan!

Extreme Freezing!

Hong…

The ice attribute Ability X exploded instantly, and froze the two mecha directly into more than 10 meter tall icicles. Annil's freezing became more concentrated and more effective.

Jin Yaoer's Bee Stinger had already followed up. He was waiting for this moment. With all his might, he launched a fatal full power attack with the beam saber. The ultimate metal attribute, a definite kill!

In the distance, Olivios and Simba still did not move. Those who supported Asura felt like they were sitting on needles and could not believe their eyes. They were all impatient to see Asura use their powers. What was all this?

Far away, at the military academy in Arbiter, it was quiet. There was no panic, and no need to panic. If death was something you must face, you should face it calmly.

Everyone would die eventually.

Hong…

The ice wall cracked and exploded. At this moment, Jin Yaoer was only one meter away from attacking the Conqueror mech.

Even if Marzu freed himself…

Zeng…

The alloy sword's attacking speed was like a big golden lightning bolt, drawing an arc.

Jin Yaoer felt as if he was glass, and broke apart instantly.

The Bee Stinger mech was cleaved apart, directly in the center.

Heavenly Overlord Attack – Cracking Steel Attack!

Annil sensed the danger and activated her energy shield fully. The huge Titanium Shield was also immediately placed in front of her mech in anticipation of the next strike.

After cutting up the Bee Stinger in a flash, the Conqueror mech was shrouded with a layer of red light. He punched forward…

Hong…

Everyone's eyes were blinded.

The alloy sword burst followed by that punch…

Hong…

Annil felt like she was hit directly by a high-speed maglev.

The Royal Guard flew up like a piece of paper, but it did not actually fly up, because she had already been killed by a lightning speed slash.

Zeng…

One strike, two moves.

Heavenly Overlord Attack – Stacking Fist + Cracking Steel Attack!

Hong, hong, hong, hong, hong…

Lu Die attacked. If she did not attack, they would be in big trouble. The M200 instantly fired six hits, every shot to the head.

It was definite that he could not hide!

He really could not hide!

Six shots all hit Marzu's Conqueror, and Marzu did not evade at all…

But… d*mn it.

The Conqueror mech was just shaking a little after the six shots. It was completely alright???

The red substance on the surface of the Conqueror mech seemed to be able to defend against the attack?

Spiral breakthrough!

Marzu's Conqueror attacked the Phantom King. Hercules was not afraid at all. When the lightning-like Cracking Steel Attack came towards him, the Phantom King instantly split into two.

At the same high frequency, the two Phantom Kings glowed with a purple light. The beam saber slashed towards the Conqueror at the same time.

While attacking, he also sent out a blast of the spiritual explosion that Atlanteans were best at!

This attack would absolutely be effective on a human pilot, and everyone saw a burst of purple light.

Hong~~~

The attacks all hit. One of the clones directly exploded. The physical body of the Phantom King cut the Conqueror's body, but… it did not go through.

Warp!

Hercules switched out immediately. As his body almost disappeared through the warp channel, the alloy sword had already cleaved downwards.

Zeng…

The body of the Phantom King spilt open.

Hong, hong, hong, hong…

The M200 fired four shots again, but it only delayed for a while. Di Maria arrived. Time Quagmire!

This time, it was not targeting a group, but a single person. Although the effect was not as good, it was enough to reduce the speed a little.

However, Di Maria was wrong. This time, the Time Quagmire was completely useless against the crazy Marzu.

Di Maria could only think of retreating.

Time flow!

Accelerate!

However, when the speed of the BS001 increased, the Conqueror mech seemed to release a beam of red light, and then his speed dropped again.

The alloy sword slashed downwards.

Di Maria could only defend. The beam saber blocked, but his eyes were filled with panic and confusion.

Hong…

The BS001 was slammed onto the ground with a slash and collapsed loudly. Di Maria sprayed out a mouthful of blood, but he did not have the chance to spray out a second mouthful.

Marzu had already slashed his blood red sword like a demon.

Heavenly Overlord Attack – Lightning Cracking Steel Attack!

The BS001 was divided into two…

All the military academies throughout the Milky Way Alliance were silent. There were no cheers, no applause, no discussions.

Hong, hong…

Lu Die's sniper shot arrived, but… she actually missed.

With Lu Die's accuracy, even if it was an arc gun, she would be as accurate, but she had actually missed.

Just as she was about to continue attacking, there was a cold light seen through her scope.

She wanted to evade, really, she wanted to evade, but somehow, her body could not keep up with her mind.

Zeng…

The alloy sword penetrated through the Oracle mech.

Hou~~~~~~

Marzu let out an earthquake-like roar. This killing intent was already unstoppable. This was the real overlord.

But at this moment, there was another strange sight.

Simba made his move. The sniper rifle fired continuously at Marzu's Conqueror.

At the same time, Olivios's Slayer also attacked.

He went closer with his stealth. When he reached the optimal range, the lasers shot out crazily and pinned the Conqueror directly to the wall.

Only when Marzu was quiet and had waved his hand did Olivios and Simba halt their attacks and walk over. The red on the surface of the Conqueror also subsided.

There were only halves of the mech fragments and chills on the ground, Arbiter's style.

The whole of the Elite Academy was still so quiet. If the so-called perfection was Aslan's style, then Arbiter was the perfect destroyer.

Marzu's gaze gradually returned to calmness. He looked lightly at Di Maria's mech that had been split into two halves but still remained in a kneeling state.

This moment was frozen.

Kneel, admit defeat!

The first round of the Greatest King finals, the winner, the Asura battle team!

Marzu, theking, had arrived!

Marzu's Ability X – Absolute Defense!

Against the same or lower level of ability, he had an extremely strong defense against Ability X and physical attacks. Plus, with his mastery of the Heavenly Overlord Attack, he was invincible!

It seemed like the only problem was that once he entered this state, he was somewhat uncontrollable, which was why he did not attack at the beginning of the group battle.

All along, Marzu did not participate in the battles. It was because he had entered a bottleneck in controlling his ability. Although he did not completely solve the problem, it was not totally beyond control, and his control of his power was gradually becoming stronger.

He wanted to know what could stop him when he could control his abilities completely.

This was Arbiter's Van Brothers, from the first war god family of Arbiter!

Who could stop the Asura battle team? Who dared to stop them?

Who else? Just tell me who else!

Perfection?

Such a fancy word. The Arbiters did not understand it, but they would use the swords in their hands to let others understand, understand their way!

The Arbiter's Asura way!

Chapter 989: Fight or Flight

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

It was a totally unexpected turn of events. They always thought that Olivios was scary enough, until Marzu made his move. Only then everyone finally understood what was truly terrifying.

Aslan had finally been beaten fiercely. Their battle tactics and talents were not bad, but that was the problem.

Arbiters were also not lacking in talent. The important part was that they trained harder and had even trained to a point where it would be unbearable for most people. And on the battle experiences, they put more emphasis on the basics, to return to the basics.

Perhaps Arbiters were not especially popular or interesting, but they were definitely effective.

The victorious Arbiters let out celebratory cheers. They had indeed been suppressed for these two competition seasons. Asura was obviously very strong, but their battle results were not ideal. Arbiters were also humans. They had thoughts in their hearts when being compared. This time, they were finally comforted.

All the students from the Arbiter Military Academy stood up and rested their palms on their chests. The glory of their country filled all of their hearts.

Marzu was the standard of beating 10 with one's incredible strength. He directly beat the Aslan citizens until they were dejected.

Di Maria and the others were all relatively downcast, especially Di Maria. He had just boasted and then was beaten fiercely immediately. He had lost face.

But at this moment, Aina and Lin Huiyin did not criticize the Imperial Glory team members. Instead, they encouraged them.

Winning and losing were normal for soldiers. The important thing was to gain experience from losing.

Di Maria had to be more hardworking. His talent surpassed his peers. However, to be honest, it was because he was so talented that he gained results so easily. The work he put in could never be compared to that of Marzu and Olivios. You could even say that the difference was huge.

And in this battle, Di Maria made a grave mistake. He could not react well enough to sudden changes. When the heavy armor and scout were both eliminated, he should have sensed that something was wrong.

This was not a cage. They could have avoided and pulled the distance apart. Obviously, Marzu's condition would last long. But all the Imperial Glory members rushed up. That was not smart.

Of course, this was from the view of God. Under that atmosphere, it was indeed hard to make the judgement.

But it was this moment that determined who won and who lost.

Di Maria was the most depressed, but he controlled his emotions in the end.

This failure was a heavy blow for him. It was also the first time in his life that he had experienced such a failure in public.

The Arbiter members came out too. Marzu was expressionless, but everyone could sense that his situation was not the best. It looked like there was some inherent problem in his Ability X. This type of ability was too scary, but they all knew that strong powers came with great burden on the body.

Enthusiastic cheers welcomed the Arbiter members. No matter when it was, the strong never lacked fans.

This time, Asura really lived up to its name.

The first round was over. There was one week of rest in between. This was also for spiritual recovery, to ensure that both parties would be in tip top condition when they battled.

After one week, the Saruman Snake battle team would be up against the serious challenge of the ultimate battleship: the Asura battle team.

Basically after this battle, the result was quite obvious. Asura was sure to get the first place. As for who would be second, it was not important anymore. Of course, if Saruman Snake could get second place, that was also something very glorious. After all, the morale of Imperial Glory was very low. If they gave up on themselves, there was still a chance for the Saruman Snake battle team. As for the battle against Asura, based on battle technique, they should simply surrender and conserve their strength.

To everyone, there was no difference to the end result, regardless of their attitude.

When the competition ended, the audience could enthusiastically discuss the terror of the Asura battle team. You have to know that even Olivios had yet to make a move. The battle was as predicted, there was no way to block. Actually, the battle team's ability was very similar to their country's reaction. Aslan's overall national power was stronger than Arbiter. This was without doubt. But if just talking about fighting power, that was not easy to say. Aslan had talent, but Arbiter was hardworking.

As an involved party, the Saruman Snake battle team members were less relaxed.

One Olivios was still manageable, but now, with the addition of Marzu, it was too difficult to handle.

Wang Zheng and Olivios could be matched against each other. Then what about Marzu?

The other positions in Asura were not weak, and they were indeed faced with a very difficult choice.

Chen Xiu and Yao Ailun finally saw what powerful people were. Especially Yao Ailun, who watched CT competitions every day. Because the difficulty level was low, there was always some exaggerated techniques. But today, he had finally widened his horizons. Reality would always be more seductive than virtual. He watched with continuous high feelings. Except, sh*t, this was the opponent and not his own people!

This was something very troubling.

Saruman Snake was very strong, but Asura was totally unsolvable. What could Wang Zheng do?

Wang Zheng seemed to be the same. They could not see anything from him.

Everyone was discussing the Asura battle team. They discussed Marzu. The senior Marzu who was silent for so long had once again educated the freshmen on how to behave.

This was a truly powerful person. The stronger they were, the lower the profile they kept. An obnoxious person like Di Maria who had yet to even undergo puberty had to be beaten up seriously.

Who told him to have good looks, who told him to have the Time Ability X? So they beat him up!

This psychological test was enough for the Imperial Glory battle team to spend quite some time to regroup.

This battle also brought enjoyment to the various military academies around the world who were watching. So mecha could actually be used this way. So there really were super warriors in this world.

Returning to the training room, the Saruman Snake members immediately closed the doors and discussed. The battle today had sufficiently uncovered the trump cards of Imperial Glory and Asura. As one of the participants, they were calmer.

"Actually the distance between the abilities of Asura and Imperial Glory are not that far. Di Maria lacks experience. Those fake things affected his judgement. The Atlanteans' performance was also average," Achilles said. On abilities, it was not as obvious as displayed in the results. As warriors, they did not need to be enthralled by appearances.

"Di Maria had not lost before and was too proud. He should have steadied his advantages before slowly widening. But I think Marzu had never planned to use this move at all. He was probably forced to. Actually, Marzu is not as calm as we imagined, and not as indifferent to pride," Ai Xiaolu said. To fight alone against a group, this in itself was not a smart move. While impressive in the results, it was, after all, not yet the fight for the championship.

"It's a good thing for us. We only saw Marzu's trump card." Lie Xin nodded.

Except everyone… was still very stressed. They were no more relaxed or confident just because the trump card was exposed. This trump card was a little big.

They had no extra energy to bother about the matters of Imperial Glory. This one battle in front of their eyes was already as tall as a mountain.

"… Should we surrender this one battle?" Takumi suddenly said.

To give up on Asura and then fight Imperial Glory with all their might. This was also a battle tactic.

But this was definitely something difficult to decide on. Because even if they gave up one battle, it was not definite that they would win the other. But if they did not give up and went up against Asura's full strength, and if they could not win, then the result…

Everyone's gazes shifted towards Wang Zheng.

Chapter 990: Sisters

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

This battle also caused Dendi and Pampas to reflect. At their level, if they said that they did not want to be the strongest in the world – that had to be a lie. However, reality was like this. There would always be someone stronger. This was an unsolvable problem.

The two of them were more clear-minded and very quickly found their position in the Greatest King Competition. Putting aside their desire to win, what was more important was to learn from the experience. How else could they fully use their advantages?

In this aspect, they were no doubt successful. People like Hocatolin, on the other hand, had already been eliminated from this race.

"Do you think Wang Zheng will give up?" Pampas gulped a mouthful of beer. He was very comfortable. Battle tactics were just battle tactics, but deep in his heart, he also desired strength like Marzu's.

"No." Dendi shook his head. "That rascal Wang Zheng hides deep. Everyone keeps criticizing him for being an Earthling, but I feel that that is precisely where his advantage lies."

"Hehe, the origin of humans still should not be belittled. This person has the steadiness of an Earthling but also the domineering aura that the average Earthling lacks. This is very rare." Pampas expressed his approval.

"I say what if, under the circumstances of what if, Saruman Snake wins?" Dendi said.

Pampas's eyes also shone with light. Friendliness. Their friendliness towards Wang Zheng made them feel biased towards Saruman Snake. It has to be admitted that this was a type of charisma. They admired Wang Zheng's personality.

As for this "what if" possibility, honestly speaking, both Pampas and Dendi were powerful people who sought victory under losing circumstances. However, they also could not feel any chances of victory.

Everyone said that Arbiters were rigid and did not know any battle tactics. But actually, these people were wrong. The Arbiter's way of meeting a hundred thousand changes with no change – that was the best battle tactic. This matched their style. Compatibility was the best. They did not need to comply with the tastes and thinking of outsiders.

The double core Arbiter was really unsolvable. Because both Marzu and Olivios were too mature and too steady, there was even lesser chances.

Comparatively, on Imperial Glory's side, while having amazing talents, they were lacking in their psychological states and experiences. That was possible to target.

But under such situations, to give up one round was equal to giving up completely. This would be right in terms of battle tactics, but they knew the truth in their hearts, and they were unwilling to just give up.

Until this step, no matter who it was, he would be unwilling.

On a night of victory, the Arbiters naturally needed to celebrate. Oli also celebrated. No matter which team she was on, she was, after all, an Arbiter. But the Aslans, on the other hand, were behind shut doors. There was not an Aslan person to be seen in the academy.

They would not be able to walk out of this depressive loss within a short period of time

In Huiyin's room, melodious piano sounds flowed from her fair fingers. The melody was very light-hearted, like the rivers in the forests. It was relaxing. Aina curled up on the sofa, relaxed. Her fair, slim legs were exposed, her delicate toes slightly curled.

That pair of brilliant, starry eyes was slightly closed. Her eyelashes would randomly quiver lightly. It was a picture of a sleeping beauty.

Huiyin concentrated on the music to make the melody more natural and relaxed. To be honest, Huiyin was a little sad that Imperial Glory had lost, but her mood would not be so depressed normally. It was not her field, and Huiyin did not put much emphasis on losing or winning. That was her personality. But she knew that while her sister looked relaxed on the surface, she was actually very sad in her heart.

She was the symbol of Aslan. Their Imperial Glory had lost. People would talk about the lacking areas of Di Maria, but as the princess, she also had responsibility.

Hocatolin and Di Maria both had the same problem. They were overconfident. For these last few years, Aslan had been developing too smoothly. It was so smooth that they had already forgotten their surnames.

It was a grave weakness to lack experience.

Looking at Olivios, Marzu, Wang Zheng, even Pampas and Dendi, the truly strong did not care about winning those competitions that could be won, but in winning those that could not possibly be won.

This was an aspect that Wang Zheng was the strongest in.

He was a person who did not seem to know what giving up was, what retreating was. There was confidence and intelligence in his bravery.

Aina did not know why, but just thinking of Wang Zheng's smile lifted her mood. When she was feeling depressed, that terrible guy always would appear repeatedly in her head. Why?

Perhaps she liked his style?

Aina could not hold back a giggle. This was confusing. Was it because she could not handle Imperial Glory losing one match and needed a man's shoulder to lean on?

She was not that weak.

This battle had made a problem clear to her. She originally thought that it was only Hocatolin who belittled his enemies and was overconfident. But in reality, now the entire younger generation of Aslans were all too arrogant. The Arbiters were also like this. But they went through tougher training and real fights to solve this problem. And the Aslan Empire's military academies were all too focused on the surface. Battle tactic theory, mech weaponry, Aslan was the best in all these.

But warriors?

Aspects of honor and discipline were no problem, but they were too comfortable. This battle was a very good warning.

All along, the Aslan Empire rarely involved themselves in outside wars. They always borrowed powers to fight. Whereas Arbiter used their own armies. Hence, while Aslan had a better reputation, the Arbiter armies had all the training.

Within these was also the balance of politics. Regardless, this problem should be brought up to Prime Minister Kashawen for attention. The first thing was to solve the problem of the Aslan Empire's military academies.

They needed real battles. Real battles were the true tests. All theories were empty.

And they needed resilience. They had to be able to bear losses – like Olivios, like Marzu.

Unknowingly, the piano music stopped. Huiyin laid beside Aina quietly. The two sisters enjoyed the calmness of the night sky.

Huiyin wanted to help, but she did not know what kind of help she could offer.

Perhaps they should let Brother Wang Zheng go out and teach Marzu a bitter lesson for them.

Yes, this was such a good idea!

"Sister, if Asura loses too, would we look less bad?" Huiyin laughed.

Aina opened her eyes and tenderly stroked Huiyin's golden, long hair. "It is normal for soldiers to experience winning and losing. This is nothing, and we need not comfort ourselves like that."

"Oh, okay then. But if Asura loses, that should be a happy thing."

"That would be, but the Asura now is indeed the strongest and most mature battle team in the Elite Academy."

"That's not definite. I think that the Saruman Snake battle team can win. Brother Wang Zheng will definitely beat that Marzu up badly!"

"Oh, why?"

"Because he made Sister unhappy. When Sister is unhappy, Huiyin is unhappy. When Huiyin is unhappy, Brother Wang Zheng will be unhappy!"

Aina could not hold back her laughter. "You, ah, whether or not he will even take the battle is another matter."

Huiyin's head shook like a toy drum. "Brother Wang Zheng will not retreat. He said that they will definitely get the championship."

"You believe in him so much?"

"Yes!" Huiyin said. In her heart, she secretly said that actually you were the one who believed in him the most, except that you could no longer remember now.

"Sister, don't you think that Wang Zheng is very handsome?" Huiyin suddenly said.

Aina could not hold back a laugh. "Is he very handsome? Which part?"

This girl's taste was really very special. Perhaps there were too many handsome guys and beauties in Aslan. Anyway, this Wang Zheng did have a very special look. But that was that.

But… recalling the gaze of Wang Zheng when he was debating, it seemed like… he was really a bit handsome.

Chapter 991: For Victory!

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Luo Er was very busy, extremely busy. She was a person who would not stay idle once she had a goal.

Moreover, she always found things to do. She had to be prepared for anything unexpected; what Wang Zheng could see, she must see it first; what Wang Zheng could not think of, she had to think about that. This was the greatest value she had established for herself, and it was not just because of her identity.

In her eyes, be it family background or identity, these were just means of seeking fame and fortune. She would not be pretentious and not use it. There was no such thing as absolute fairness in the world, but she would not just rely on connections. Individuals who did not have the ability, no matter what good connections they had, were also unreliable.

The efforts of Luo Er, converted into results, led to Wang Zheng living smoothly during this period of time. His fame and prestige were all increasing subtly.

And Wang Zheng's actions did not disappoint her. This made Luo Er enjoy her work more. She felt a sort of satisfaction from the realization that the person she chose really had no problems. Of course, this was just her personal feelings. It was only deep in the night when she was falling asleep that she would think of it and smile knowingly.

Analyzing Wang Zheng's future potential, it could be divided into three parts.

Firstly, personal ability. Whether it was the elites competition, or the Greatest King, it had been proved. This was potential. To put it clearer, Wang Zheng had the potential of a hidden dragon. However, the hidden dragon was living in the abyss. Countless people would just live average lives. Whether or not the dragon would soar into the skies would depend on whether the opportunity to escape the abyss would arise.

Secondly, economic strength. Each capable person had the support of huge powers. Some were families, some were religious sects, or even super financial groups. In this aspect, compared with other competitors, Wang Zheng was behind just by a bit. On the surface, there were many positives – Titatitan Star, KO Group. Actually, when putting it at the level of the Milky Way Alliance, this could only be considered as lower mid… Fortunately, Wang Zheng's personal charisma was excellent. His ability to unite people was strong, and he was in a very strong rising period.

Thirdly, political strength. Wang Zheng's connections network was a little thin. What could be seen now was the support of Ai Xiaolu, the solar system's politician Ye Bingwen, and Titatitan Star. Although thin, the relations were very solid. There was only one problem: Ai Xiaolu's support did not mean the Ai family's support.

However, the reason why Luo Er wanted to participate was because giving timely help was far more valuable than decorating something that was already perfect. If she chose to support someone in Aslan, the results would be obvious, and it would not be useful. It would be difficult to achieve an in-depth cooperation too.

The appetites of both sides were big.

What Luo Er was currently working on was the third part. She had already interacted with Ye Bingwen's only daughter, Ye Zisu – a very beautiful and smart girl. The most impressive thing was that when she talked about Wang Zheng, her eyes were always shining, yet she maintained a certain level of appropriateness. This made Luo Er's heart ache a little. Did the lord know the feelings of his confidant? As long as there were no sudden changes on Ye Zisu's side, Ye Bingwen's support could be expected.

As for the Ai family, she could not let it be just Ai Xiaolu alone. As for how to further convince the Ai family that Wang Zheng was worth investing in, she needed to use one case after another to show it.

The whole thing was like an exam for her. This was also the script she had to hand in when she graduated from the Elite Academy.

As she was thinking about ideas, Luo Er's Skylink suddenly vibrated. It was not an ordinary message. It was from her father, Chairman Ryan.

"Dad?"

After connecting the Skylink, she saw that it was her father himself. Luo Er was stunned for a moment and looked at the date displayed on her Skylink subconsciously. It was not a holiday, nor a special anniversary. As the Chairman of the Milky Way Alliance, how could he have the time to call her Skylink?

"Oh, my little baby…"

"Dad, don't be so cheesy! How do you have time to call my Skylink? Did someone make you step down?"

Luo Er chastised and interrupted her father while he called her his little baby. She was already so big, and her father still talked to her like she was an eight-year-old girl.

"Ahem, is there such a daughter who would curse at her father?" Ryan was angry and tickled at the same time. If he was standing next to his daughter, he would surely ruffle her neatly combed hair.

"I am worried."

Luo Er corrected his words.

"That's more like it, ahem, Luo Er, ah, even though Dad is busy, I'm not blind. Haven't you been a little too enthusiastic recently?"

There was something in Ryan's words that was reminding his daughter very implicitly.

Politics was a form of art. It was all about bargaining chips and balance. Luo Er was a bit too proactive in this matter. If it were him, he would at most attract the other party and wait till the other party had enough qualifications before proceeding with collaboration.

After all, collaboration also depended on the level.

Ryan was very against such behavior of hanging oneself on a sole tree. This was especially because Wang Zheng was still a student and Luo Er herself was also still a student. The variables in the future were too big. It was only in Luo Er's best interests to provide just enough help.

Luo Er smiled and suddenly said, "Dad, what do you think of Politician Ye?"

Due to various aspects, Ryan and Ye Bingwen, who had recently joined the Milky Way Alliance Committee, had reached a number of consensuses. In a certain sense, Ye Bingwen had also become a part of Ryan's group. He had also joined with this label.

However, Ryan understood her daughter's words. In fact, this thing was not without benefits. At least Ye Bingwen would know to repay a favor with gratitude. You have to understand that it was very difficult to become a member of the Milky Way Alliance Committee. There were no extra positions.

"You think very highly of Wang Zheng? I heard that the champion this time is Arbiter." Ryan also did not like that the champion was always either Arbiter or Aslan. As the Chairman, he hoped that other strong countries could stand out, but in fact, even if other countries were strong, they still lacked a bit in some major areas.

"Ah, Dad, you have the free time to pay attention to this?" Luo Er was very curious.

"The commotion is so big; even if I want to turn a deaf ear to it, it is impossible to not hear about it. Although it's child's play, to get to this stage, it is still not bad. How confident are you in this?" Ryan certainly did not care about the outcome of such a competition. He cared about his daughter's foresight. Every father was the same. They would try their best to help their child fulfill their dreams. Of course, if his daughter had good foresight, he would feel a sense of glory. This was a kind of happiness and satisfaction. It had nothing to do with interest, and no interest could bring this kind of feeling.

Luo Er smiled bitterly. "There was a 40% chance before Marzu showed his ability. Now we can only fight for second place."

"Second place is not bad. It is a good thing to defeat Aslan. Sometimes, you can't rush to get things done all at once."

"I know, Dad!" Luo Er was getting a headache when her father started lecturing her. "There are countless people waiting for you to educate them in the Milky Way Alliance, so don't worry about your only daughter."

"That's not the same. I told you that if you find a boyfriend, you must bring him to me. I will be your gatekeeper."

Ryan was not the Chairman at this time.

"I know, I know. I am very focused on my work now. I won't think about relationships for the time being!"

After much effort, Luo Er managed to pacify her chairman father to hang up. Maybe every father in the world was the same. In fact, her father was already very good; at least he never tried to arrange a political marriage for her.

In fact, Luo Er knew that her father being in his position needed more support, but he never linked these things to her. This was what many big family heirs could not do. The things they often said were that love was a consumable and marriage was the biggest sale in a person's life.

Luo Er certainly hoped that Saruman Snake could win the championship. She could then become successful in front of her father. This judgment, this foresight, but the actual situation was that Saruman Snake would probably only take third place.

In fact, third place was not bad. After all, it was against Arbiter and Aslan, but in Luo Er's heart, she was looking forward to it. This was largely due to Ai Xiaolu's words. A rational financial demon girl was actually having so many irrational ideas about Wang Zheng.

A week seemed to be very long, but for both parties involved in the upcoming battle, it was like a blink of an eye. On the day before the competition, there was some news that was not beneficial to Saruman Snake, and that was: Marzu was already in his peak state for battle.

Before the competition, everyone was guessing whether such a terrifying Ability X would have strong side effects. That would at least affect Marzu's state. Otherwise, Marzu might have already made his attack. But in reality, Marzu was indeed affected for one two days, but one week was enough for him to return to his peak state. Besides, facing Saruman Snake, the Asura battle team had already said that they would fight with all their might.

What was the meaning of this?

It felt like the Asura battle team was putting more focus on the Saruman Snake battle team?

Wasn't this stepping on the carcasses of the Imperial Glory battle team?

This did not seem to be the style of Arbiter.

But a serious Asura battle team was really enough trouble for Saruman Snake.

Xiao Fei arrived, but she did not bother Wang Zheng. At this time, Wang Zheng was at a critical moment. In the eyes of others, regardless of victory or defeat, Saruman Snake would not be taking a loss. No matter how you looked at it, it was the happiness of a loser to be able to fight with Asura and Imperial Glory on the same level. However, Xiao Fei knew that Wang Zheng's innate character was the same as hers. They were both rebels, they were both rebellious. They would not give in. Why must they lose?

She knew that Wang Zheng's goal was definitely victory!