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Chapter 1002: Who Is Truly Number 1?

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

The excitement of Saruman Snake's supporters did not last for a minute; it disappeared immediately without a trace. Four versus Olivios and one was killed in a second. The other three were obviously weaker. They could only stall Olivios. Three versus one and they still had no advantage.

Now they had to depend on Wang Zheng completely. If he could not defeat Marzu as soon as possible, he could only collect the corpses of the other three.

However, whether or not Wang Zheng could get through the battle with Marzu was already a problem.

Marzu did not worry about the other side at all, and devoted himself to this battle.

The alloy sword was raised up slowly. The Conqueror mech made a thrusting attacking posture. This was the warrior-type mech's most accustomed and sharpest method of attack- Zero Style Thrust!

Wang Zheng raised the shovel, and the shovel slowly started to vibrate. Everyone sat up. When facing Olivios, Wang Zheng had chosen the Heavenly Dragon Knight mech, using toughness against toughness. But when faced with Marzu, he had chosen the Hercules, a more defensive mech. Now they had to see whether or not Wang Zheng's famous rotating shovel could block Marzu's attack.

On Tita Star, Luo Fei looked at the news that came to them without saying a word. Lear, who had been keeping his eyes closed and resting, opened his eyes.

"What's the situation?"

"Asura's three lanes collapsed, but Olivios counter-killed the giant. The other three are trying desperately to stall for time. Marzu's Conqueror versus Wang Zheng's Hercules. They are just starting."

Obviously, Luo Fei had waited for a long time. When Lear opened his mouth, he immediately spat out everything in one go.

Lear's expression did not change much. He just nodded his head and closed his eyes again. He was re-enacting the battle in his mind.

At this moment on the battlefield, there was a strange scene. Both Marzu and Wang Zheng, who had their attacking and defensive postures ready, did not attack immediately.

Hong….

A strange aura rushed out of Marzu. It was a very strange feeling. Especially those in the viewing hall, they could clearly feel a suffocating pressure.

Was this an illusion?

Why would it be like this?

Jiang Feng finally could not help but stand up. "Earth… rank."

The youngest Earth-rank person in the history of the Elite Academy had emerged. He was Marzu from Arbiter.

After these soft two words appeared, the entire viewing hall seemed to be swept away by a hurricane.

Xue Yue heard it and could not help but say excitedly, "The battle is not over yet, but everyone, there's good news. Senior Marzu has advanced to the Earth-rank. He is the youngest Earth-rank powerful person in the history of the Elite Academy, the undefeatable Asura!"

Suddenly, everyone was silent. Was there no reason left in this world? Asura was already so tough, and Marzu had also advanced to the Earth-rank. How could other people live???

Di Maria became pale. He suffered the hardest hit. He always thought that his failure was actually a tactical failure. Marzu's violence and his ability to be immune to Ability X were actually effective only for a period of time. As long as he could stall him, it would be his world.

But in fact, Marzu did not even regard him as an opponent.

What did Earth-rank mean?

It meant that Marzu had abused them, just like abusing little kids. Fight again?

They would suffer an uglier death!

In the previous round, Marzu was just teaching Imperial Glory a lesson, and when facing Wang Zheng, Marzu used his real strength.

This only happened when he met an opponent that he was interested in!

Marzu did not attack immediately. The aura of the powerful Earth-rank pressed over directly. Victory was natural; what he needed to do was make Wang Zheng admit defeat. Only in this way could he totally suppress the other party's wildfire-like rebellious aura.

In this world, it was already busy enough just having Arbiters and Aslans. There was no need to have other competitors.

"Sister, what happened to them? They are not even fighting. Why are they either pale or abnormally excited?" Lin Huiyin asked curiously. She could not tell what the situation was like now. From the numerical point of view, it seemed like Saruman Snake had the advantage. From the situation now, it seemed like Asura had the advantage.

Aina shook her head slightly. "Marzu has entered Earth-rank. The battle is over."

She sighed lightly. Whether it was Di Maria or Hocatolin, they both lacked that one bit. Maybe their level of Ability X were almost the same and might only be a bit away from the Earth-rank, but they were worlds apart from an actual Earth-ranker! Obviously, looking at the maturity of Marzu, he had definitely not just stepped into this realm!

He really could bear it. He wanted to train Olivios before leaving the Elite Academy. The Arbiters really wanted to rule the Elite Academy all along!

In a flash, heated discussions broke out in the various major military academies of the Milky Way Alliance. The youngest Earth-rank individual – the Arbiters had set a new record again. Saruman Snake could only accept their fate. Even if they lost, there would be no resentment.

Far away on Earth, Ares College was at a loss. The students were all quiet. After learning about the existence of the Elite Academy, they naturally searched for a deep understanding of it. The highest level of pursuit in the Elite Academy was the Earth-rank, but many people could not reach it in their lifetime…. In that place where geniuses gathered, only a handful of people could achieve that level.

And Marzu was the youngest.

In other words, he was a super genius of all geniuses.

There was nothing else to fight in this battle, and this made everyone relaxed instead.

Because Marzu's aura had appeared, the other people on the battlefield could easily feel it. Lie Xin and the others were all stunned. They had been struggling for a long time, and all kinds of tactics had been used. It almost seemed like they could fight it out, but in an instant, all chances disappeared.

Zhang Shan opened his mouth and nothing came out. Achilles just sighed deeply.

This was life.

"Wang Zheng, you jerk. Whack that guy to death for me!" All was peaceful when suddenly, a very loud and clear voice appeared.

Our Master Xiao Fei was angered. What was the use of making a pose? Were warriors scared to death?

What was Earth-rank? She did not know, and she did not want to know, but Wang Zheng had to whack that d*mn guy to death.

Everyone was stunned, and loud laughter followed closely. The others did not know who this sexy woman was, but she was undoubtedly very childish. What did she think the Earth-rank was? For every class of the Elite Academy, the man of the moment was hard to come by. Pampas, Dendi, and the others were like this. When they saw that Marzu had entered the Earth-rank, there was infinite envy in their eyes.

No jealousy, only envy, because only those who came close knew how difficult it was, how much people yearned for it. This was a warrior's dream.

"Maybe this is just fine." Pampas sighed and seemed to have made a conclusion.

Dendi opened his mouth and wanted to say something, but he stopped suddenly….

Hong….

A nearly identical aura rushed out of the Hercules…. this….

God!

The aura of an Earth-rank???

All the discussions, all the laughter, all the high spirits – everything stopped.

The proud Arbiter Republic, the rare arrogance of all the Arbiter warriors, came to an abrupt end.

The youngest Earth-rank powerful person had changed in a minute!

He was called Wang Zheng, from Earth, from Ares College, he was only 21 years old!

This was the actual youngest Earth-rank individual in history!

Chapter 1003: Leave No One — Kill!

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

"This… How is this possible!?!"

"Is he really human? This guy is practically…"

"Who is he? A 21-year-old Earth-rank, there's no room for anyone else. When did Earthlings become so strong!?"

"Is he really an Earthling? Is Earth rising?"

"21 years old, Marzu is already 25, right? He's older by four years!"

Instantly, close to ten thousand top notch military academies in the whole Milky Way Alliance were in an uproar. What did a 21-year-old Earth-rank expert mean? This was practically like a dream.

Whether he achieved victory or defeat, the whole world would remember this person called Wang Zheng.

Xiao Fei's gaze swept across this group of easily shocked people. "What is there to panic about? Isn't it just an Earth-ranker?"

Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu at a side puffed their chests out and nodded calmly. In their hearts, they were screaming? Wasn't it just an Earth-rank? What's the panic!!!

But at this moment, no one laughed. Was it not just an Earth-rank?

God, did you know how many Earth-rank experts the whole Milky Way Alliance had? Did you know how old they were???

Olivios finally understood. He suspected it before, but when the truth surfaced, his heart still twitched. Earth-rank…

And Achilles, Lie Xin, and Zhang Shan were, on the other hand, pulsing with unlimited power. In their hearts, there was a crazy voice howling: they could win, they could surely win, they must win!

"Lie Xin, Zhang Shan, come to my side. Do not go further than 10 meters from me!" Achilles instantly calmed down. Now was the time to win a victory for the team.

This would be the first time people from the Solar System would beat the Arbiters officially on a global stage.

For this moment, the Solar System had waited for a 100 years.

Meng Ao and the others exchanged glances. When Marzu exploded with power, they lost all hope. However, Wang Zheng did not disappoint them.

"Rascal, let this world recognize our Solar System again, recognize Earth again!" General Meng Ao clenched his first.

"Boss, Boss, f**k, Marzu entered the Earth-rank, but Wang Zheng also entered the Earth-rank, f**k. That's fierce!"

This time, Lear did not ask; Fatty Luo had shouted out. He could not hold it in any longer.

Lear was silent. His eyes did not even open.

The battle did not stop. Marzu's aura kept rising. A clash between two Earth-rank experts, this was also a first for the Elite Academy!

The problem was when an Earth-rank met with another Earth-rank, then they would have to see who had the deeper understanding.

Obviously, Marzu was older by four years, and for Arbiters, that was definitely not a wasted four years.

At this moment, Wang Zheng needed to use his full strength to handle his opponent.

Finally, a hint of difference appeared in the balanced aura. Marzu was suppressing Wang Zheng.

Hong…

When Earth-rankers made their move, the sky and ground broke, the floor cracked explosively, and there were even signs of boiling dust. Marzu leapt into the air and attacked with the big sword in his hand. Instantly, he was in front of Wang Zheng.

Heavenly Overlord Arts – Unlimited Mad Attacks!

An unleashed Marzu was like an unsealed one. He was truly the successor of the Heavenly Overlord Arts. He showed the true meaning of being tyrannical!

The alloy sword hacked with a violent gust of wind.

Hong…

The rotating shovel did not evade; it met it directly.

Weng…

There was a deafening explosion. The shovel spun crazily. However, a building behind the Hercules crashed with a loud sound.

Legends said that an Earth-rank warrior could slay a city with a mech.

Many people did not believe that. Many people were suspicious of that. Because this was an atheist world.

Now, everyone believed it.

Hong… hong… hong… hong, hong, hong, hong…

The big, alloy sword executed a crazy flurry of attacks surrounding the Hercules. Every blow broke the sky and the earth. All the buildings surrounding the two mecha were cleared within five seconds by Marzu.

The strong aura directly swept away all the things. This battlefield could not contain any irrelevant things.

Upon entering the Earth-rank, it was much easier to borrow the power of the heavens and the earth, especially for those who knew cultivation techniques.

Very obviously, Marzu had a deeper understanding in this aspect. hence he could attack actively.

Even for Jiang Feng, such a battle also had its worth to serve as reference. Every Earth-rank warrior had their own unique understanding towards the power of the heavens and earth. It was also like humans who could never step into the same river stream.

Inside and outside of Inner Roland, there were countless people. Everyone was shocked by this scene. When they heard of the Earth-rank title, their first reaction was: a powerful person, so cool, so strong.

But what type of strong? What were they strong at?

Strong to what extent?

This extent!

They were the strongest warriors, the destroyers!

Maintaining such terrifying attacks, Marzu still did not stop. The Heavenly Overlord Arts' unlimited continuous attacks were, as its name described, to attack until all opponents were dead!

This was tyranny!

No reasoning, undefeatable!

Kill the God that blocks his moves, kill the Buddha that obstructs all!

Undefeatable Arbiter!

It was the first time everyone, including people from the Elite Academy, had witnessed such a battle scene. The city battle ground had started to fall piece by piece. It was like a battle of the end of the world.

This was the result of two Earth-ranked warriors fighting. The residents of Tita Star had experienced it before. They called it the devil.

This was a forbidden power.

Olivios knew that he had to make a move already. Even if Marzu had the chance to win, he also had to get rid of these three people as soon as possible. Arbiter could not lose this battle, they had to win.

As long as they joined forces as brothers, no one in the whole Elite Academy could defeat them!

What Olivios wanted to do, Zhang Shan and the trio obviously knew. But even if all three of them had to die here, they would not let Olivios go over.

Olivios' Overlord mech was charging. His Ability X flowed out. Any matter that was near his surroundings would crumble to dust by Olivios' shockwave Ability X.

A total annihilation, total suppression. No one could block Arbiter!

Olivios attacked. Zhang Shan and Lie Xin immediately dispersed. Achilles activated his lighthouse system. He would hold back Olivios, which would allow Zhang Shan and Lie Xin to look for chances.

However… when there was only five meters left between the two parties, the Overlord mech disappeared…

F**k, invisibility!

Even Achilles could not hold it in and cursed. The situation of the three of them coordinating with each other was broken instantly. Achilles's ability was like a rope. But this rope could no longer hold back this violent dragon Olivios.

"Lie Xin, be careful!"

Olivios' Overlord mech had already appeared in front of Lie Xin. Its long spear fiercely pierced out.

Lie Xin was just a little surprised. She was no beginner and had experienced life and death. She did not evade. Scouts at this position already had no space for evasion. If she could exchange her life for Olivios', it would be worth it. Even if she could not trade her life for his, she wanted to ensure he was disabled!

Lie Xin was going to be vicious. Her Lie Flame Technique instantly rose sharply and she rushed up directly. Achilles wanted to stop her, but he was too late. The death hook swung towards the neck of the Overlord mech.

"Zhang Shan, go!" Achilles screamed and rushed towards the Overlord mech.

The Wind God quickly went to support Wang Zheng. They might have a slight chance if he rushed over before Olivios. If Olivios went over, then everything would be over!

Zhang Shan did not hesitate. He trusted Achilles' judgement. When Wang Zheng was not around, Achilles was the battlefield commander!

"No one can leave!" Olivios' voice sounded; it seemed like it came out of hell.

Chapter 1004: Brothers!

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

The long spear attacked directly. The moment they exchanged blows, Lie Xin knew she had made a mistake. The fiery flame did not manage to make contact, and it started flickering due to the violent shattering force.

Hong…

The Flaming Elite Guard, the mech together with her sword, was thrown upwards. In front of Olivios, who was like an Overlord, this so-called life-risking move was too naive. On the battlefield, there were countless people who wanted to take his life with their lives. If he did not even have such judgments, he would not have made it alive to the Elite Academy.

This was the difference in their ability to judge the situation..

Completely ignoring the hooks of Achilles, he went with the flow and was pulled over by the chains. The Overlord mech rushed towards the Lighthouse Warrior.

Achilles gritted his teeth and his Ability X broke out completely. In the training cabin, Achilles' nostrils and ears began to ooze blood instantly.

His powers had not recovered, but at this moment, he could not care anymore.

He had to hold on!

Even if he could not do it, Wang Zheng certainly could. Let the Solar System win once! She had submitted many times, kneeled many times. Maybe this would continue in the future, but let her win today!

Even if more had to be sacrificed!

"You're seeking death!" Of course, Olivios knew what Achilles was doing. Such draining of powers was practically playing with their lives. If it was minor, maybe he would have to rest a few months. If it was serious, maybe a few years.

However, if putting your life on stake to stop Arbiter would work, they would not be Arbiter anymore!

Hou~~~~~~

Ah~~~~~~~~~~~~~

"For glory, long live the Solar System!"

This was the dream of the Solar System in the soul of a Moon citizen…

Hong…

The Overload mech pierced through the head of the Lighthouse Warrior and destroyed it directly. Don't even think about escaping, everyone must die!!!!

Olivios' roar resounded through the whole venue. The whole world, the entire Milky Way saw how ferocious the Arbiters were!

This was why Arbiter's warriors were always victorious. The completely militarized country had become the top power in the Milky Way Alliance forcefully.

Zhang Shan gritted his teeth. The magnetic source was constantly thrown out. He wanted to go support Wang Zheng before Olivios reached him. The laser gun had been shot. A disturbance in the battle between powerful people might be fatal, so he had to remain calm. He had to find that moment to make his attack. He could do it, he had to do it!

He had come here for this!

Wang Zheng's Flame Hurricane produced a very strong recoil… it even came with lightning paralysis.

Everyone knew that Wang Zheng was good at ice, fire, wind, and lightning – four Ability Xs. It could be said that he was the most well-rounded warrior in the Elite Academy.

However, Marzu was the fiercest warrior!

His Ability X was opened fully. Marzu entered his berserker state, and in one moment, all of Wang Zheng's Ability Xs and techniques seemed so powerless. Wang Zheng's Ability X had no effect, and Marzu's attacks became even scarier and brutal.

There was simply… no solution!

At the end of the last battle, everyone came to a consensus. The only option facing the violent Marzu was to run.

If you ran, you might die, but if you did not run, you would definitely die!

However, for a mech like the Hercules, it was absolutely impossible to run!

Hong, hong, hong, hong…

Wang Zheng's Hercules' shovel had always rotated faster with fiercer attacks. He relied on power to defeat power. But this was the first time the speed of the rotating shovel began to decrease.

This meant that all the power would be rebounded on Wang Zheng's own body. Once it crossed the boundary, Wang Zheng's arms would be crippled instantly.

Zhang Shan could already see the battlefield. He was also very familiar with Wang Zheng's situation. Zhang Shan was already gritting his teeth. It was too late, it was definitely too late. His Ability X had not recovered yet, but…

The fifth warp. But in reality, he had not reached the recovery time yet. In the training cabin, Zhang Shan's face had turned completely pale. He used it forcefully, and aimed the laser gun at Marzu.

As long as it hit, as long as it hit, when Marzu was completely focused, as long as it hit, Wang Zheng would have his chance!

He had to aim properly!

Just then, a huge shadow came down from the sky.

Overlord Sky Rocket Cannon!

Hong…

Coming from the sky, the Overlord shield smashed the Wind God into pieces.

The dream of the Solar System, the dream of countless people on Earth, was shattered.

At this moment, whether the supporters of Arbiter or those who were neutral, everyone felt like the Saruman Snake battle team was too… pitiable. It was such a pity. It was all a mistake because they had met Arbiter.

The Van brothers ruled the Elite Academy and would continue to do so in the future!

"It's OK, Wang Zheng. If you are there, I am not afraid!"

"Haha, actually, let me tell you, it's because I was envious of you that I changed departments. I think mech warrior is the most handsome and most manly profession in the world!"

"Wang Zheng, when we go to the Elite Academy, we can do the same and kill our way through. I believe you!"

"Wang Zheng, I have made a lot of progress recently. Don't worry, let me handle Sweeney. I won't drag the team down!"

"No big deal. I believe in you!"

Zhang Shan~~~~~~~~~~

"F*ck, I'm going to f*cking kill you!"

He completely lost his mind and roared. The rotating shovel was originally slowing down. The flaming shield rebounding was also completely useless. Suddenly, it sped up madly. F*ck, f*ck, f*ck, I am going to kill you!

F*ck stupid reasoning, f*ck stupid tactics!

I am going to kill all of you!

Hong…

The power of ice, the power of fire, and the power of wind were mixed with lightning. This kind of Ability X which would definitely be problematic to use at the same time erupted instantly. Wang Zheng's shovel burst with dazzling white light!

The Hercules, who could only defend, carried a huge force, rebounding Marzu's endless attacks, and attacked Marzu directly.

At this time, the Overlord mech was less than 20 meters away from the battlefield.

Hong, long, long, long, long…

In an instant, everyone's eyes were blinded. A loud, screeching sound pierced through their ears. Only deafening silence…

Marzu's Conqueror mech was already smashed into pieces with the shovel…

The Hercules' alloy shovel had also shattered into pieces.

…

"Brother, Father said that I can inherit the position of the Heavenly Overlord Art's king."

"Of course. You will definitely surpass me. Your ability is more stable and calmer. You will be the future commander to lead Arbiter to victory. Brother will be your vanguard!"

"Brother, where's my Little Black. Why does Father want to kill my Little Black?"

"Father, why is Brother ignoring me? What did I do wrong?"

"The Van family does not want such sentimental rubbish. You have to be strong; otherwise, you will die!"

"Marzu, if this rubbish is unable to become powerful, you will kill him. If not, he will just waste our resources!"

…

It was not until Marzu collapsed in front of Olivios that he knew that Marzu's coldness was the biggest barrier to protect him.

When the elder brother was dead, it was the younger brother's turn.

Earth-rank!

Hou…

The surging power exploded violently on Olivios' body. One battle, three Earth-ranks!

Everyone became numb. This was the craziest battle in the history of the Elite Academy; the one and only.

"Wang Zheng!"

"Olivios!"

The Hercules mech pulled out a titanium blade, and the Overlord mech gripped its long spear tightly.

It was time to determine victory.

At this moment, all the military academies were quiet. Everyone wanted to know the result. Would it be Arbiter to continue to be invincible, continue to be the legend, and continue to let people in other countries look up and fear them, or would this person from Earth break the legend and build his own legend?

A battle with two defeated Earth-rank warriors – this would be the new legend!

The Milky Way Alliance went silent for these two people.

The same scene, the same two people left, and the same battle that would determine victory.

This time, would Wang Zheng continue to win? Or would it be Olivios who would defend Arbiter's supreme dignity?

Chapter 1005: One Slash to Dominate the World

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Everyone's minds were blank.

The two mech warriors moved. The Overlord mech was faster because Wang Zheng had already been fighting with Marzu for too long. Also, Olivios, who had just entered the Earth-rank, was in a crazily violent state. Many people who were watching felt pity for him. A warrior who had just leveled up would be in their best state momentarily. Even spiritual understanding was at an optimal state. After that, the warrior would enter a weakened state, but there was enough time to make a difference.

To attack at this moment, the Hercules, who was half-dead, was at an obvious disadvantage. Its mechanical reactions were slower. The titanium blade was at a complete disadvantage against the long spear.

Victory was set, so the hearts of the Arbiters finally relaxed!

Their legend would continue. Some professors from the Arbiter Military Academy heaved a sigh of relief at the same time.

Jiang Feng had already sat down. He had recently been carrying out some missions and had not really paid much attention to the situations of these few students recently. After the battle, he needed to take a good look at the information, but based on the current standard being shown, it was most likely that his rank was not high enough for him to access the information.

Olivios had already gained the upper hand in attacking first. An inch longer was an inch stronger. The spinning shockwave Ability X combined with the spear was like a super electric drill. Even a peak state Wang Zheng could be killed with one pierce!

Zeng…

Instantly everything was silent!

The Overlord mech stopped in its tracks. Olivios also fell directly out of that amazing state.

It was like having doused a person in a beautiful dream with a bucket of cold water.

The titanium blade in the hands of the Hercules had already been lodged into the head of the Overlord mech. Sparks crackled and flew out.

Wang Zheng spat out a mouthful of bloody saliva. "Who said I had to hack you to death!?"

The Hercules walked step by step until it was in front of the Overlord mech. The core wiring of the mech was concentrated in the head. Humanity's instinctive and habitual protection of the head had also been continued in the design of mecha.

Everyone stared at the Overlord mech, everyone stared at the Hercules. All the Arbiters at the scene clenched their fists, their nails already cutting into their flesh, but they did not notice what they were doing.

There was still hope, still a possibility that the fatal point was not hit…

But in the end, the Overlord mech did not move. The titanium blade was pulled out.

The Hercules pushed it lightly, and the Overlord mech fell with a loud crash…

This moment was so slow in the eyes of the Arbiters. It was as though their hearts followed the fall into the depths. The world of the Arbiters also crashed. Until the last moment that it touched the ground, Sweeney could not hold back any longer and cried hysterically. Beo and Simba's faces were also covered in tears. They have lost. Why had they lost, how did it end up like this?

They were actually just a group of 20 plus year-old youths. The dictionaries of Arbiters now had the word "failure."

Wang Zheng's one throw ended the Arbiter soldiers' 30 years of victorious history in major international military competitions.

No one spoke. Everyone looked at the lone standing Hercules. Wang Zheng's head was also empty.

He… really won!

So actually, sometimes, dreams could come true.

That child looking at the mech poster had finally won this battle. A battle that he himself actually totally did not think he could win. That shovel was not for himself but for Zhang Shan and all those brothers who had always believed in him.

Hou~~~~~

Finally, Wang Zheng also could not hold back and roared into the sky. He, who was in the mech, tore apart the clothes on his body. It was a rare moment of release of emotions and venting.

Arbiter, the big mountain that had been pressing down since the IG had finally been moved away!

"Let me ask you again! Who else? Who else can win?" Yao Ailun was being obnoxious again; he could not hold it in. Who f**king cared whether it was the Elite Academy or the Dog Sh*t Academy. Undefeatable Wang Zheng, Undefeatable Saruman Snake, that was fierce!

At this moment, faced with countless powerful people from the Elite Academy, no one cared about Yao Ailun's attitude. Everyone was immersed in this battle. Wang Zheng's roar and the soft sobs of the steel-like Arbiters formed a shocking tune.

The Arbiter team members emerged with their heads hung low. They had failed. This time, there was no excuse. They had really failed. This was the first time the Arbiters had no face to lift their heads. They had darkened the name of their country.

Marzu patted Olivios lightly. He led the group away silently. Before leaving, he looked silently at the opposite side.

Wang Zheng walked out. Everyone was looking at him. Lie Xin and Mu Zhen followed closely. Mu Zhen's mouth spread into a huge smile. He knew Ada would definitely win. It was just that he was too stupid and needed to work harder.

Just as Wang Zheng was about to speak, Lie Xin gave Wang Zheng a big, big hug… followed by a passionate kiss. Everyone was shocked.

Lie Xin, on the other hand, did not care and laughed. "What are you guys looking at? This is a kiss between battle mates!"

Everyone at the venue laughed, closely followed by enthusiastic applause. Everyone stood up. Applause and cheers spread from Inner Roland to the whole Milky Way Alliance. Only Arbiter was dead quiet. Such a failure was unexpected.

A person had been victorious against two Earth-rank experts. This was simply unimaginable.

However, Zhang Shan and Achilles did not come out. The paramedics had already gone in. The two of them were carried out. Anyone's Ability X had limited usage. It was like exerting strength; if one went overboard, they would have cramps, or even broken bones. Ability X was the same. Zhang Shan and Achilles were forcefully drained and had already been spiritually injured. Besides, this type of overdraft was not used just by thinking about it. It could only be done at the moment that the spirit was at a point of extreme excitement as well as absolute determination. Everyone understood only now what the Saruman Snake team members had sacrificed, and what type of determination they had carried into this battle.

This was a victory of willpower. On the desire for victory, Saruman Snake was stronger!

Wang Zheng and the others did not celebrate. They followed the paramedics into the infirmary. The camera appeared on Wang Zheng's face. His ears and nose were bleeding, but mentally, he seemed to be alright. Actually, in this battle, the one to withstand the most was him, but this person…. was he perhaps a body of iron and steel?

Everyone was shocked again; they were shocked to the soul. Even if Saruman Snake ultimately did not win the championship, this battle would also be written into history.

Enthusiastic applause continued, not only for victory, but also for the unity of this battle team. This was truly the strength of a team. Everyone gave out 120% of their strength. Victory did not rush into their heads and make them careless. At this glorious moment, what they thought of was their own team members.

Seeing the moment Lie Xin kissed Wang Zheng, Aina's heart had an unexplainable, weird feeling. But thinking about it, what did that have to do with her? She could see that it was only an expression of extremely excited emotions. At most, it was a bit over the top. She could not be jealous, right?

Thinking of that, even Aina could not hold back a giggle. It seemed like she was also affected by this round of victory. Huiyin beside her, however, did not seem as excited.

"What is it, cute little Huiyin? The Saruman Snake that you supported has really won, aren't you happy?"

"Sister, it was only these few people, but I feel that it's so sad. This does not seem like a competition, it's more like…" Huiyin did not know how to describe it.

Aina smiled slightly. "This is a war, a warrior's war. This is something they are willing to give up their lives to defend. Do you… like Wang Zheng?"

Aina thought that when it came to character and ability, Wang Zheng really was exceptional.

"He… has someone he likes already," Huiyin said lightly. "Actually, I'm not sure myself."

"I'm just joking. Is there anyone else in this world more beautiful and kind than my girl Huiyin?" Aina laughed. She obviously did not believe her. It must be that Huiyin was shy or maybe it was not time yet. After all, she was still growing. She had better not point it out.

Huiyin did not speak. She looked at her beautiful elder sister and had an answer in her heart.

When the results were out, a scream erupted in the night sky of the expansive Tita Star primitive forest.

Fatty was waving his arms and screaming crazily.

Lear opened his eyes. Under the night sky, it seemed to carry the qualities of mercury. Fatty had a shock and quickly stopped. He coughed dryly. "Boss, this…"

Lear waved his hands. "I know."

Luo Fei did not speak. He was too clear on this. Lear had always treated Wang Zheng as his opponent. From individual ability, to the control of a team, competition in all aspects, but this time, Wang Zheng no doubt took the lead.

Lear looked at the night sky. "Luo Fei, I want to take a walk… let's go."

Luo Fei was stunned, "Who is Zou…. Zou?"

Lear laughed. He had not laughed for quite a number of days. "Come, I'll tell you."

Fatty saw that his boss was in quite a good mood and immediately jumped down from the tree and went near his boss. In the end, a second pathetic scream cut through the night sky.

F**k, boss, why were you not sleeping in the middle of the night? What is there to see, get some beauty sleep!

Chapter 1006: A Heaven-Ranked Blade?!

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

The battle ended, but no one left. Even a powerful person like Jiang Feng did not understand how Wang Zheng had attacked two Earth-rank warriors at the last minute.

This was also normal. Unless one was participating in the battle, they could not understand such details.

Every part of this battle was a clash between mind and strength of the physical body. Just talking about the strength of physical bodies, the Arbiters obviously had the advantage. But talking about mind, the Solar System was better.

It was a little ridiculous to make such a conclusion because everyone knew that people from the Solar System had no minds, no perseverance. They rigidly stuck to protecting their own resources. They did not take risks, did not engage in any dangerous expansion.

However, this battle changed many things.

Of course, everyone's focus was still on the most important point. What power had Wang Zheng used at the end?

The rotating shovel faced with Marzu's crazy, continuous attacks was in danger. The main point was that Marzu's Ability X was to limit all sorts of Ability X. Once he attacked, his opponent was done for. Faced with such an Ability X, almost everyone's conclusion was to avoid and stall. Very obviously, Marzu's ability also had its weaknesses – once he activated the ability, it could not be stopped halfway before it ended. And once it ended, Marzu would enter a weakened state.

While imagination was good, based on Marzu's Heavenly Overlord Arts cultivation techniques, avoiding him was just too difficult.

Yet Wang Zheng at that instant actually took wood, fire, and water, the three elements of Ability X, and combined them without thinking.

This definitely was going against the basic rules of Ability X. And it was only such a power that could kill Marzu with one blow from the shovel. That undefeatable defense of Marzu instantly disintegrated and he was completely unable to defend.

That white light, it was so bright it did not seem to exist in this dimension.

Jiang Feng's eyes shone. He knew what that was. But such power would definitely not appear on a person with only Earth-rank ability. And it would not happen by chance. But it really did appear.

Jiang Feng even believed that if Wang Zheng tried to repeat it, he could not do it again. But as for such a young person, things that appeared before were very likely to appear again in the future.

Perhaps it was time he should make a bolder decision.

As for what would happen later, Jiang Feng was not too concerned. This was something numerous people from other big military academies focused on.

After all, there were still many powerful people inside. They all knew that Olivios had just entered the Earth-rank. In a situation where his energy level was still relatively good, faced with Wang Zheng, who was tired out from continuous battling, he should have had the absolute advantage.

Even if it was… a flying blade, he should've been able to defend easily. Why had he made such a mistake?

The instant a person entered the Earth-rank, his spiritual understanding would raise to a very tranquil level. At that moment, he would be very sensitive to any changes in his surroundings. There was no way he could not react in time.

After the scene played in slow motion for the first time, everyone still did not understand. But people like Dendi, Pampas, and even the proud Sartes, the audience went quiet.

The analysis continued to slow down… that dagger looked like it was thrown out, but it disappeared the instant it left the hand. It was almost like it had teleported, and the next moment, it was already stuck on the head of the Overlord mech.

There was no way at all to react.

What power was this?

Spatial ability or what?

No one knew. The audience instantly burst into discussions. This was the finals, there had to be some explanation. It could not just end unexplained.

Everyone was discussing, but no one knew. Because there were no obvious signs of space disturbance. After all, there were space-related Ability X users present.

While Ka Tao and Xue Yue majored in this, even though they were not experts, they really had understood all sorts of weird abilities. However, they were totally clueless this time. This did not match logic and physics laws.

"Teacher Jiang Feng, you need to give an explanation," the Five Elements Professor said. This had exceeded the realm of cultivation techniques. It had to be those who were adept in both cultivation techniques and Ability X to understand this.

Jiang Feng hesitated. He also did not know if he should go in depth on this.

"Jiang Feng, you this rascal, why are you so indecisive? Do you know or not? If you don't know, you can resign now!" Butcher was not going to be polite. Jiang Feng was his student in the past.

Jiang Feng did not know whether to laugh or cry. He nodded and stood up. Everyone focused on this Mech Department teacher from the Elite Academy.

"Our Elite Academy organized this Greatest King Competition for the purpose of strengthening the real battle experiences of our students. Of course, more importantly, we want to stimulate these geniuses' potential through competition. Olivios entered the Earth-rank through this battle, and Wang Zheng's move just now should greatly be a coincidence. Because that does not belong… to a move of the Earth rank."

Jiang Feng smiled and nodded his head. He did not explain further.

Instantly, the Elite Academy fell silent. Did not belong to the Earth rank?

How was that possible!?

Was it perhaps the legendary Heaven rank???

The so-called Heaven-rank techniques required at least an A-rank Ability X to support. That was a level that even the Elite Academy needed to raise their heads to see and sigh.

And this Wang Zheng had at most a B-rank Ability X.

Jiang Feng did not want to say that, because he very clearly knew that saying so would create great pressure for other people.

The opponent for the next round, the Imperial Glory battle team members, had already lost all blood in their faces. Whether it was a coincidence or not, whether or not he could use it again, this stress had already engulfed all these people. The pride on Di Maria's face had already disappeared fully.

Coincidence was the realization of talent and potential.

Even Jiang Feng was amazed, not to mention others. And the true meaning behind this attack was even more so not to be understood by outsiders.

This rascal indeed did not leave any chances for others.

"You mean he…" The Five Elements Professor frowned.

Jiang Feng smiled slightly. "It's not that exaggerated, it looks like it. But based on his current age and level, even if it's just reaching the edges of that level, it's still amazing."

A person who was not acknowledged before had suddenly made such an attack. Other than saying that his potential was too great, what else could be said?

At this moment, Ka Tao's Skylink rang. It immediately played out the latest test results. "Classmates Zhang Shan and Achilles are out of danger. But the two cannot continue to take part in the later competition."

Zhang Shan could not use his Ability X for a month. Achilles needed a longer period of time, about two months of recovery. The main part was he definitely could not fight anymore.

The students from Earth and the Moon finally heaved a great sigh of relief. It was good enough that there were no negative after-effects. It was already a miracle to be able to win this round.

As for the fight with Imperial Glory, that was something for the future.

The strong Arbiter Asura battle team had finally fallen in the face of God.

"Your Majesty the Queen, it is as you expected," Heracles said respectfully. Failure had not much effect on him.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

After saying this, Heracles stood up and walked to Aina. "Respected Princess, Her Majesty sends her regards."

Aina stood and returned the gesture. She smiled. "Please speak."

"Her Majesty said that she hoped you would make me the team leader for the next battle," Hercules said.

Di Maria's facial expression changed. Was this slapping his face? To snatch his team leader position in front of him!

Heracle did not mind. Aina was momentarily stunned. Suddenly, she thought of something. "You can use…"

"Yes, Your Highness. Her Majesty said that the time is right. I'll give it my all and regain the glory of the Phantom King!"

"As you wish, the Imperial Glory battle team will cooperate fully!" Aina said seriously.

Aina of course knew what Heracles was thinking of using. This was the taboo of Atlanteans. The Atlanteans had never used it publicly. What was the reason for suddenly wanting to use it?

Purely to get back the glorious name of the Phantom King? That did not seem so. The Atlanteans actually did not care about empty titles.

The situation of the Saruman Snake battle team was not good. Their scout and core commander were done for. Wang Zheng, Lie Xin, Mu Zhen, Takumi, Oli. Could such a formation fight the Imperial Glory battle team?

While their morale might be high now, the final battle was in a week. The morale now would quickly calm down. Imperial Glory would also have walked out of their failure because the Asura battle team were not any better than them. Now that they were psychologically pacified, their strength would return.

Of course, the only difficult point was Wang Zheng, except they did not know if Wang Zheng could recover fully in one week.

This time, it was really a big turn of tides. It was unknown how the betting odds were like in the black market, but it was certain that no one would have thought that Saruman Snake could take down the next team, especially since it was Asura.

All these things had nothing to do with Huiyin. The little princess was a little blur; her thoughts had floated elsewhere.

Chapter 1007: Influence

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Victory! Victory! Victory!

Ares College started a parade-like celebration. The warriors from the Mech Department were all screaming heartily outside the venue. People near the Elite Academy were all shocked to see this. As the most famous academy in the capital, were the students here all… mad?

One student after another rushed onto the street and cheered till their throats were hoarse. This group of students seemed to be screaming a name, Wang Zheng, and Ares College.

This college's traditions and base were recovering bit by bit. Ever since that new principal, Xiao Fei, had taken over, visitors to the capital realized that the students from Ares College were more active and more confident. They showed off as much as possible, released their youthfulness as much as possible. This made many experts who doubted Xiao Fei very shocked. How could this person who knew nothing about military affairs be a principal of a military school?

Just because she was a famous scientist? Or because she was a young and beautiful scientist?

That was illogical, but the reality was such.

The teachers in charge of attracting students to Ares College were going crazy… what was happening?

Within a short period of time, they received numerous queries from within the Solar System and even from outside the Solar System!

God!

It was like countless students wanted to understand the recruitment conditions of Ares College. This… the recruitment period was already over. The results this year was not bad. Within the Solar System, Ares College's recruitment conditions had entered the top five and covered all the general colleges.

Except, where did all these people come from?

"Hi, I'm the department head for the Mech Department of Lya Sphinx Da Vinci College. Our college wants to do a one-time exchange program with Ares College, how do we…"

"I'm from the Gemini Republic…."

"I'm from the Arbiter Republic Furnace Military Academy…"

The teachers and students from Ares College were all in a mad state. Wang Zheng's battle had totally made the world take note of Ares College!

The Elite Academy was only a place where the elites gathered. It was the glory of a student's ability, and the other empires and federations were looking at their roots. Wang Zheng's alma mater – Ares College!

To be able to develop such a student, such a college was definitely not just depending on luck!

And there was also Zhang Shan!

This college taught their students not only knowledge and techniques, and actually these were all secondary. What a military school had to imprint on their students were perseverance and faith.

This was the soul!

If outsiders knew that some students from this college had defeated students from Arbiter in an international competition, they would not think much about that. But for the people from the high ranking military academies, especially after watching such a battle with their own eyes, it had a huge impact on their souls. They wanted to know what type of college structure had developed such students.

The enthusiasm in the Elite Academy while not receding yet, but was less exaggerated than the various alma maters. Zhang Shan and Achilles continued their treatment in the hospital. The doctors had released their diagnostics. These two definitely could not take part in the third round.

Sometimes, you had to admit that Aslan's luck was really good and that they could reap the benefits from the previous round. The Saruman Snake battle team had totally become an incomplete formation. The only constant threat lay on Wang Zheng.

This battle had allowed Wang Zheng to make a name for himself in the Elite Academy. He would have unlimited glory in this place where powerful people gathered. This battle had allowed him to take off the shackles that was the status of an Earthling and really stand on the international stage.

No one dared to belittle students from Earth anymore.

Not only that, but because of Wang Zheng, other people also started to have a new understanding of Earth, of the Solar System.

Achilles, Zhang Shan, and Lie Xin had all performed very well in this battle; Mu Zhen as well. Perhaps… the history of heavy mecha pilots had to be edited. The situation where the three countries, Arbiter, Gemini Star and Norton Star, dominated the heavy mecha would end soon. The Titatitan giants were starting to walk towards the Milky Way Alliance stage. Even though these giants had the problem of unsophisticated techniques – winning 10 by one's incredible strength – they were not as clumsy as imagined, and not as stupid. To be tricked by their appearance would be a costly mistake, and they did not fear death!

Some warriors were trained to not fear death. And the Tita citizens that Mu Zhen represented treated death in battle as glory. This mentality was so ancient to humans. This was perhaps something from a hundred thousand years ago.

The warriors had ended their battles and therefore needed sufficient rest. Wang Zheng was the same. But even at such a moment, Wang Zheng wanted to complete his use of the Primordial Regression Technique. He was already used to it. This way, he could maximize the absorption of the feeling of this one battle.

Actually, other than excitement, Wang Zheng also had some laments. The Asura battle team was indeed stronger than Saruman Snake. If this were a three round battle, Saruman Snake could not defeat Asura. Even his defeat of Marzu and Olivios were greatly based on luck. It was only after Wang Zheng gave up on thinking and entirely relied on instincts that his Ability X could totally converge. This mysterious state was just too lucky. Now that the battle had ended, his mind was in a blank state, but the aura of Primordial Regression Technique indeed had strengthened quite a bit.

The Van brothers were indeed strong. It was because of such opponents that the road to conquering was more interesting.

After finishing his training for the Primordial Regression Technique, Wang Zheng fell asleep in a second. A happy smile spread on Wang Zheng's face when he was in deep sleep.

Mu Zhen… had long fallen asleep with loud, snoring sounds. Humans liked to stay up late. This was too different from the lifestyle of giants. Classmate Mu Zhen really needed some time to adjust to that.

Lie Xin, on the other hand, did not sleep. Her self-evaluation for this battle was not high. Forget that Zhang Shan was fighting as if his life depended on it, she did not expect Achilles to do the same. It seemed like this guy who was prideful to the bone had already accepted Wang Zheng.

From the first time she saw Wang Zheng, until the present, much time had indeed passed. Initially, that guy who came from Earth was totally a person lying at the edges; he was not mainstream. Thinking about the attention he got today, it was really a miracle.

Lie Xin licked her lips lightly. While today's impulse was indeed because she was too emotional, as a woman, at least half was calm.

This man looked ordinary at first glance but belonged to the type that became more and more attractive the longer you had contact with him. It was a pity that this type of man was also stubborn. He was determined to be hung up on the tree that was Aina. But thinking about it, if it were her, she would also love that tree.

There was no doubt that both Wang Zheng and Aina were very strong attractions for Lie Xin.

Lie Xin thought that she should not have such corrupt thoughts anymore. They had taken down this battle, but what could they do about the battle with Aslan?

Having insufficient reserves was not a reason. If Di Maria was smarter, his ability was the one that was difficult to utilize. You could say that Di Maria's Ability X level was the highest. The ability of time, that was something only to be desired.

Aslan's formation was complete, and the Atlantean… was also difficult to handle.

Aslan's biggest mistake was not learning from Arbiter's toughness. They should maximize their battle tactics of advancing and retreating. This was truly what they were very good at. The best rhythm was the rhythm that was most suitable.

But she hoped that Aslan had not noticed this point.

Lie Xin smiled slightly and stretched. She took off her clothes and threw them aside. Facing the mirror, she admired her own sexy, tanned body. She seemed to be a little hot and needed a cold shower to calm down…

Ai Xiaolu and Luo Er became good friends. The two of them had similar family backgrounds but were from different areas. They would not become direct competitors. Also, they matched in intelligence and emotional intelligence. They were simply a pair made in heaven.

"Did you guess it?" Luo Er smiled while holding a cup of Dreamy Milky Way.

Ai Xiaolu shook her head. "Who would have expected that?"

The attitude of the two was at most giving Saruman Snake their support. Both were reasonable types of girls. Of course, they knew how terrifying the Arbiters were, but Wang Zheng had actually really done it.

Luo Er received the congratulatory text from her father. While it was just a simple sentence, Luo Er knew the weight, and obviously her father admired her judgement and foresight greatly. On their level, the most important thing was foresight. They did not need to have real movements, and only needed to identify the right people.

Luo Er watched more closely. Zhang Shan's improvement, the others' conformation; Wang Zheng had a way to tie this group of proud people together. You have to know that it was internationally recognized that the people from the Solar System were the least united. One person from the Solar System could be a dragon, but the more there were, the more cowardly they became.

But such a saying was not true about Wang Zheng.

"Based on Wang Zheng's current situation, he should be quite confident in taking down Imperial Glory." Ai Xiaolu laughed. As the leader, she was also feeling great glory. Many in the Elite Academy thought that this was yet another successful operation of the heiress of the Ai family. This event had also boosted her fame greatly in the Hail Cloud Alliance. From young, Ai Xiaolu was famous for her foresight. After staying low-key for a period of time at the Elite Academy, Ai Xiaolu had re-emerged and gained great victory again on her involvement in the business of Tita Star. And to her taking on the leadership of a random brand battle team, many people in the Hail Cloud Alliance all thought that that was something strange. Now all these people obviously shut up. She really had foresight!

Chapter 1008: 12 Seats

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

But Luo Er shook her head. "That's what we need to remind Wang Zheng of tomorrow. I got word that Imperial Glory is changing captains."

"Again? Di Maria's not bad, and a last minute change can't be a good thing." Ai Xiaolu was surprised. She had not thought Aina to be so wise to the matter.

Among the talents of this generation, Aina was the only one who Ai Xiaolu found totally mysterious. This was also perhaps due to their relative positions. Aina was the only one who she conceded nobility of birth to.

"The Atlanteans seem to have mastered some power. They will be using it in the fight against the Saruman Snake battle team. A taboo power. Have you heard anything about it?" Luo Er said.

"Taboo power?" Ai Xiaolu had not.

"This is some Atlantean secret. Haven't you wondered why the Atlanteans don't directly convert their prodigious mental energy into Ability X? Ability X is actually an intuitive response between the innate human body and the universe. Their mental energy is so strong, but they have always been reluctant to use it."

"You mean… the Atlanteans have not even used half their strength?" Ai Xiaolu was shocked.

"Could be. I haven't seen it before either. But this change, the Atleanteans volunteering… I guess it must be so. Otherwise, he has no reason, and Aina would not agree either. That princess is also a remarkable one." Luo Er smiled. On this, Luo Er and Ai Xiaolu were on the same side.

"No matter how strong the Atlanteans are, can they be stronger than the Arbiter guys? I don't think this deserves worry. Let's see what Wang Zheng thinks. If he wants to win, I think it will still be easier than Arbiter."

"Keke, I've always been curious. What exactly is the complication between Wang Zheng and Aina?" Luo Er suddenly asked.

Ai Xiaolu turned her own cup, her voice a little distant. "They were in love once. You know how the Aslan imperial palace conducts itself. Eventually they broke up. Who would have thought that something would happen to Aina at the Milky Way Military College? There was a fault in her mental state, and you know how the imperial house insists on mental wholeness in its descendants. That's why they requested for Aina to come here."

Luo Er smiled. "No wonder. But I'm still quite curious. If you said that she liked the Wang Zheng of today, that's understandable. But the way you told it, they must have met very early on. Wang Zheng must have been a nobody back then, how could Aina have fallen in love with him?"

Luo Er's inadvertent remark made both their hearts skip a beat. This… her eye was just a little better than theirs.

Although neither would admit it, a good eye meant nothing. He was only yours if you captured him.

Whether it was a guy or a girl, this encouraged their desire to win. Should they conquer or steal?

Jiang Feng retrieved the data on Wang Zheng. He was quite lucky that Wang Zheng's current data was still within his authorized access scope.

His substantial improvement had come from the Tita Star battle, entering X490. Because this was an international dispute, the intelligence had been sealed. He had used a runic mech to kill an Earth-rank mercenary. Even without more details, this was enough proof that Wang Zheng, at that time, was well within Earth-rank standard.

As for Wang Zheng using the Skeleton mech to kill Fire Falcon, that had not been credited to him. Others had guessed that some higher force had helped him – perhaps Arbiter and Aslan were out for each other. As for the Titan god that the Tita people claimed, everyone treated it as a joke. Of course, some occult clubs had shown interest in it as a good story.

This guy was really low-profile. He had no issues, and had a good personality. Jiang Feng had taken a liking to him.

Although a win in this iteration of the Greatest King would not increase his ranking, at least it would consolidate it.

The X leaderboards were a reference at most. Battles for life and death were the fastest ways to rise. On this, Jiang Feng was clear.

The key was potential and consent. He felt it was worth a shot.

Jiang Feng closed the data and looked at the wall in his bedroom. He rested a hand lightly on it, and the wall dissolved in a water-like ripple, giving way to another room.

The room sealed after Jiang Feng entered.

One large, round table, 12 chairs.

After about 10 minutes, each chair was supplemented with a person. But the furtive state still persisted.

"Captain, honored brothers, I have called everyone here today to propose a replacement," Jiang Feng said.

There were only 11 on the 12 seats. One seat was empty.

The 12 seats each had a symbol, representing the 12 ecliptic stars. Jiang Feng was representing the Golden Lion.

The one hailed as leader bore the Scales of Justice.

"Please send the information."

No one spoke. They received the data, but still no one spoke.

"Rule 12. Above 40 years of age, X100, above 30 years, X200."

Jiang Feng nodded. "But he's only 21."

Scales of Justice mulled this over for a while. "To the vote, then."

Six to Five.

"Majority wins. Wang Zheng will become one of the candidates. We thank Golden Lion for his nomination."

They nodded, and their holograms winked out.

Jiang Feng retreated out of the room, and everything was back to normal.

Wang Zheng, the real challenge was coming. As a weed, if he wanted to have a place in this surging masterpiece of a world, he needed strength!

Looking at Wang Zheng, Jiang Feng could almost see his past self. But he hoped that Wang Zheng could surpass him.

After resting for a day, Zhang Shan and Achilles were discharged. Neither's situation was serious, merely a mental energy deficit. Such a deficit was slightly more serious than physical ones. The recuperation method was simply rest and nothing more.

Although Zhang Shan and Achilles could not participate in battle, they still hoped to render some assistance to the battle team.

The Imperial Glory battle team was very strong, but at this stage, nobody wanted to lose. If the Saruman Snake battle team lost to Imperial Glory, the school had indicated that things would be concluded – the three battle teams would be regarded as equally strong, with no Greatest King.

This was evidently something that many would not be happy with. There was no first place in intelligence, and no second place in martial arts. They must have a winner.

But everyone was in a cold sweat over the Saruman Snake battle team's lineup.

Before, Lie Xin had taken up the scout position. That was still fine. Against Jin Yaoer, Lie Xin was no worse. She liked hard scouts, because she was hard herself. Although she had been targeted by Olivios, that was normal. It was Olivios after all.

The tank, Mu Zhen, sat steady. Against Annil, it was difficult to say who was better. The main thing was that Mu Zhen was inexperienced. After the last fight, Imperial Glory could not help but target him as the weak spot

Another way was to let Takumi take the tank, and let Mu Zhen be the offensive fighter. After all, the giants' attack power was strong. But on the mid field was Di Maria and Heracles. Without Achilles, against these two cores, the problem looked unsolvable.

In the last battle, it had been said that Wang Zheng had crushed his fight. In truth, each had made their own breakthroughs. If they had acted together, Wang Zheng would be defeated even if he sprouted extra heads and limbs.

This was an unsolvable question. Oli could hold out for a while on the sniper position, but in truth, her firepower could not compare to Lu Die's.

They had talked it over for a whole day, but still had no viable solution. Wang Zheng was not a god. He had racked his brains as well, but it was difficult to find a good method. Besides, Ai Xiaolu had brought some worrying news, which is that the Atlanteans were planning to go all out on the Saruman Snake battle team.

Ai Xiaolu was clearly not one to unnecessarily scare people. This must mean that the perverted Atlanteans were bringing out an even more horrifying power.

Di Maria or Heracles? Wang Zheng had to chose one. But who would face the other?

Lie Xin?

Lie Xin would definitely do fine as a fighter, but her personality was a little more stubborn. But she was also not on the level of Achilles and Marzu. Whether it was Di Maria or Heracles, they would beat her comfortably. Wang Zheng did not believe that after one loss, Di Maria would crumble.

If defeat had dampened their morale, then Asura's defeat had pulled them back from the cliff.

The disadvantage in their lineup was clear. That was why, no matter how they broke it down, everyone agreed that they needed a group battle to level the disadvantage. But group battles were also Imperial Glory's forte. It could be over in a short time. Di Maria's Ability X was potent with killing power. If they could not engineer an opportunity for Wang Zheng to invite a decisive fight, then they would lose.

There was still ample time before the competition. Perhaps a lineup shift could create some opportunities. Zhang Shan and Achilles were willing spirits with weak flesh right now.

It was getting late, and everyone prepared to disperse and get some rest. Tactics could not be rushed into. After letting it go, and the heat dissipated from their brains, perhaps they would come to some new understanding.

But Wang Zheng received a message… from Huiyin.

She wanted to hold a celebration for Wang Zheng and his companions. At this delicate time?

Was this… Imperial Glory's strategy?

Chapter 1009: Pearls Before Swine

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Strategy or otherwise, the Saruman Snake battle team accepted gladly. Everyone understood Princess Huiyin's character. Besides, Aslan was not that sneaky. By right, the only one the Aslan people needed to watch out for was Wang Zheng. Imperial Glory's odds were at least 50%.

Besides, it was good to relax both mentally and physically after a big battle. It was not a bad thing to take some time off at this time. Besides Mu Zhen, the others had all arrived. Poor Mu Zhen, that blockhead. He could not enter the city of the school.

Besides their members, Ai Xiaolu, Luo Er, and the rest had also come. There were many like Eisen who had worked tirelessly behind the scenes for the Saruman Snake battle team. Saruman Snake's achievements today were thanks to everyone's hard work and support. Of course, Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu had come as well. They would come even if they had to be scalped in the process.

Since the Princess had invited them, everyone was happy. Zhang Shan would take a good bath and dress up, and even Achilles wore a formal suit.

This was the custom of the Moon, and also a courtesy. Aslan was such a presence that even opponents had to show some respect. It could be said that their kingly aura was solidified.

Wang Zheng had not thought so deeply. Huiyin had always been easygoing. Since everyone was mulling over the plan to the point where their brains were about to fry, a change of mood might serve them well. Besides, he knew that this matter did not concern Imperial Glory in the slightest.

The Saruman Snake battle team had not gathered together properly in a while now. They had almost forgotten the other side of life. While Wang Zheng was in Tita, the Saruman Snake battle team had been plagued with worry. And then, after his return, they had been caught up in the competition.

"Is it really alright for us to be taking it so easy before the battle?" Takumi was exasperated. Yes, one should take a proper breather before the battle, but on the flip side, resting for too long weakened the spirit. But he would follow the majority.

"Relax, relax. Even if the sky falls down, Wang Zheng will hold it up. We beat Asura. It's almost blasphemy not to celebrate that. Besides, were you thinking of rejecting Her Highness Huiyin's invitation?" Zhang Shan nudged Takumi and laughed.

Takumi was taken aback. "Of course I'm going. After I get back, I can brag for a few years, haha."

"Exactly, exactly. It's only us who are able to accept Princess Huiyin's invitation," Zhang Shan beamed.

"Looks like you both really like Huiyin." Luo Er smiled. "I'm quite partial to her songs. Too bad we Gemini Star people are not too good at singing."

"Student Luo Er, I'll sing a song for you in a bit." Zhang Shan waggled his eyebrows crazily.

"Zhang Shan, can it. Don't scare others away." Ai Xiaolu was getting familiar with them. "Really, why isn't Snow here yet?"

"Snow is coming too?" Takumi asked.

"The competition's over, of course she's invited. We're all good friends. Isn't that right, your leadership Sir," Ai Xiaolu said.

Wang Zheng laughed. "Of course. The more the merrier."

"Then I'll call Vincent!" Takumi hastened to say. "He's a diehard fan of Her Highness Huiyin."

The two Aslan princesses had too much influence. Luo Er and Ai Xiaolu were highly born themselves, but their charms had to be acknowledged.

Before too long, Snow Li and Vincent had arrived, and the mood rose. Although Lie Xin was their age, she was a little ahead in terms of emotional development. For the sake of the battle team, she would not leave herself out. She preferred to drink alone and watch the cheer. That calmed her more.

As for that kid Huiyin. No breasts to speak of, and no butt to speak of. Men were strange creatures at times. When you asked them to think with their lower head, they were suddenly intellectual.

Vincent was especially excited, hugging all of them. Since they had been teammates, there was no need to be formal.

"Who knew we would be where we are today." Vincent and Takumi were seated together, and Takumi poured him a drink.

"Keke, and to think that you were the one who pulled me in back then. And now you've absconded first." Takumi laughed.

"There are always times in life where we have no choice. I'm genuinely happy for Saruman Snake. It's stood up for all of us. Now our battle team looks up to Saruman Snake as a role model."

"Oh? What did Dendi say?"

"If even Saruman Snake can rise from the dirt, then our Eagle can definitely spread our wings and soar." Vincent mimicked Dendi, sending Takumi into a fit of laughter.

A motley crew like Saruman Snake had beaten the iconic Asura, bringing hope and opportunity to countless people.

Humans were strange. When they despaired, they were depressed. But once they saw hope, they could unleash uncommon power.

Huiyin had not arrived, but Zhang Shan already could not help rushing up to show off. Singing needed no Ability X. Like before, when he went off-key, he could find a crack to hide himself in.

Everyone was naturally in a good mood coming off their victory. Quickly, the happy atmosphere built, and Huiyin arrived before too long.

Huiyin was no stranger to them. Everyone knew that this little princess was good friends with Wang Zheng. Although things were a bit more sensitive in this period, they were not that bad.

Huiyin arrived, and with her, Annil and Lu Die. The little princess wore a lacy frock today, a beautiful butterfly hair clip perched on her head. It was minimal, but all the males present were struck by her arrival. Annil and Lu Die were also beauties. It looked like they had put special pains into their appearance today as well, but everyone only had eyes for Lin Huiyin. It looked like Huiyin had taken special care today as well.

"Thank you, everybody, for accepting my invitation. My fighting power is equivalent to zero. That's why I'm not your opponent today – we're all friends!" Huiyin declared to laughter. In an instant, the awkwardness vanished.

Lu Die and Annil also relaxed. They were Lin Huiyin's followers. Although they had not understood Huiyin's decision, the princess had made her decision, so they would comply. It was just singing and drinking, wasn't it? Aslan people were afraid of nothing!

Get em!

"Then, let's see who's the better drinker. Student Lu, I clearly remember your shot which immediately put me to sleep. Such fate we have. Let's drink three cups." Zhang Shan immediately came over.

Lu Die smiled slightly. "A man must be chivalrous. One on two, that's not too much of a request, is it?"

Lu Die's smile dazzled Zhang Shan. Who would have thought that the cool sniper of Imperial Glory actually had this side to her?

Zhang Shan beat his chest without hesitation. "We Earthlings are all real men. One cup for you, three cups for me. No discounts!"

"How generous of you!"

Nearby, Lie Xin shook her head. "Trash."

After all, Zhang Shan could not compete. No matter if he was dead drunk.

Lu Die and Zhang Shan opened the field like that, and the rest became livelier as well.

Huiyin greeted everyone individually. In truth, everyone was still a little overwhelmed by her favor. Although they were peers, everyone knew the distance between them. It was said that Aslan's two beauties had boundless charms, and perhaps some held on to their pride and were doubtful. But when face to face with Huiyin, it all vanished like smoke on the wind. Vincent was actually a little nervous, and a little incoherent with his words. Takumi's face was scrunched up as well, and trying to calm himself as best he could.

Of course, a few of the girls were quite at ease. Compared to Aina's frightening aura and charms, Huiyin was warmer and easier to get close to.

Of course, Wang Zheng would not agree with this evaluation. Only that outsiders had not seen the affectionate side of Aina.

"Brother Wang Zheng, I haven't congratulated you on your victory." Huiyin came to Wang Zheng's side with a warmth previously unseen.

Wang Zheng smiled and was about to pat Huiyin's head, when he suddenly realized that Huiyin had already grown into a beautiful woman. She was only a head shorter than he was, but still as cute as ever. But her cuteness had mellowed into a young beauty. When he took a closer look, there was something beguiling about her.

"Congratulations in your heart will be good enough. Against Imperial Glory, I won't hold back," Wang Zheng said.

Huiyin smiled. "Brother Wang Zheng, you just do what you need to do. You know that Huiyin will always be on your side."

"Haha, the highest honor. I should dedicate a song for you."

"Let's sing a duet. You forgot that there's a song where we sung together." Huiyin smiled.

"I'll sound like someone chasing ducks to the rack. I'll sully your eminence." Wang Zheng chuckled.

"Many people are still trying to find out who that person is, but I'm not telling. It's our little secret." Huiyin stuck out her tongue at him. Unbelievably cute.

This enchanting little sprite. Looking at her, it seemed like the world was at peace.

"Keke, even the princess has arrived. As the most handsome in the Saruman Snake battle team, I, Zhang Shan, have come to cast my pearls before… Oi, Takumi, d*mn, don't take my spotlight."

"Brothers, I support you! Go!" Eisen hollered. The few Earthworm Federation people had been lost upon arriving at Elite Academy X. Whether in terms of ability or federation influence, they were too weak, and easily outshined. But at the Saruman Snake battle team, they had found their own place and come this far. Perhaps they could never be as good as Wang Zheng or Zhang Shan, but the Saruman Snake battle team was like a big family. No one would disdain them here. They fought together, and Eisen's greatest fortune was meeting these two Earthlings.

"Right, let me dedicate 'Love You Forever' to my true love, Student Eisen!"

Zhang Shan said passionately.

Eisen immediately stopped him. "Sod off, my preferences are strictly straight."

Zhang Shan did not sing badly. Even if not every note was right, he was not beyond hope. Effort made up for his shortcomings. Besides, Zhang Shan's passion roused the crowd. The more he sang, the more the atmosphere rose. After a song, everyone applauded.

"Y'all see Brother's ability? Who's willing to take the mic? Like I said, this is called pearls before swine," Zhang Shan said proudly. Everyone laughed.

"Zhang Shan, looks like I have to teach you a lesson." Ai Xiaolu stood up. "Let Sister here show you what true talent is!"

Chapter 1010: Huiyin's First Kiss

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Everyone cheered, and Snow Li clapped as well. Wang Zheng had come over to toast with Snow Li.

"Snow, you haven't been coming over frequently. You can't abandon your friends just because you left the team," Wang Zheng said.

"Yeah, Snow. Without your beauty, Ai Xiaolu is getting cocky." Takumi chimed in.

Ai Xiaolu's voice was amazing, just as she said. God was a biased one. Some people could not only beat the guts out of you, but were also superbly talented. Ai Xiaolu was one of them.

A slightly older classic that left them all awed.

Ai Xiaolu got up and bowed, still glowing with charm.

"D*mn, Xiaolu, you must have practiced it before! So professional!" Zhang Shan grumbled.

Snow Li laughed. "Xiaolu held a solo concert when she was in elementary school."

Zhang Shan and Ai Xiaolu's banter had loosened everyone up. Saruman Snake had shown their stuff. As a representative, Annil sang the resounding Invincible Braves.

Ever since she revealed her ability for the tank role, everyone knew that this warm girl had a heroic nature.

Each planet's character was vastly different. The Aslan people truly had the stage presence and a good upbringing. They were not just bookworms.

This was different from the deadbeats of Earth.

Of course, the Moon's aristocrat, Achilles, could win back some pride for the Solar System, which was why everyone called Moon the Aslan of the Solar System.

A round of applause. Huiyin, who always liked the crowd, was in no hurry, and neither were they. The best must always be saved for last. Given the popularity of Huiyin's concerts, there were few who got such an opportunity.

"Huiyin, anything wrong?" Wang Zheng asked. This girl was bad at hiding things.

Huiyin started. "Why do you say that?"

"Feels like you've something on your mind. Anything you can say to me? Although this Brother Wang Zheng is not that talented, at least I'm a little dependable," Wang Zheng said.

Huiyin suddenly laughed. "A secret. I'll tell you in a bit."

The door opened. Yao Ailun and Chen Xiu had arrived. Both of them had finally completed Teacher Xiao Fei's work. Xiao Fei was not coming. After all, she was the principal, and scared of ruining the atmosphere.

"You two are late! Three drinks each!" The bad influence, Zhang Shan, immediately caught them.

But Yao Ailun treated Zhang Shan as if he were a rock, moving in a flash to stand before the princess.

"Esteemed Princess Highness, I am Yao Ailun from Earth, …"

He was halfway through when Lin Huiyin could not resist laughing. This guy was too unbelievable, to be able to say such things as though there was no one else around.

Everyone laughed as well. "Yao Ailun, Chen Xiu. They used to be from my dorm."

"Princess Highness, please autograph my clothes later. My three elder sisters are all your fans!"

Chen Xiu was already picturing the looks of reverence in his three elder sisters' eyes. They wouldn't tease him for a long time after that.

"No problem. As many as you want." Huiyin batted her eyes.

Who would have thought that Chen Xiu took it seriously. "Make it four, then."

Everyone laughed again. Chen Xiu bravely performed one of Huiyin's hits.

Ailun had totally ignored Wang Zheng, and went to Lie Xin's side. "Babe, shall we drink together?"

Lie Xin smiled. "The rule here is, for each drink a girl takes, the guy must drink three."

"… Who set such an inconsiderate rule?" Yao Ailun said, startled.

"It's your brother here. Ailun, you can't let down our Earthling pride. If you pass out, I'll carry you home. To drink it out with our Beauty Lie here, Brother will support you mentally!"

"Then I have no choice but to accompany the beautiful lady!" Ailun shrugged off his coat. Drink!

Almost everyone had sung something, including a few off keys and broken voices. Zhang Shan, Yao Ailun, and a few others were so enthusiastic that they were basically mic hogs. In the end, Ailun had to be dragged off. This guy had taken all of their minds off the main highlight, raising the mood considerably. Only then did they remember.

"Next up, our beautiful highness, Huiyin!" Zhang Shan had suddenly taken up a role as MC.

Huiyin smiled, a small, pale hand gently tugging Wang Zheng. "Let's sing something."

The crowd roared. Luckily they were all friends; otherwise, the jealous looks would have obliterated Wang Zheng.

Wang Zheng was so-so at singing, but that song Sky was rather suited to him. Faced with Huiyin's invitation, Wang Zheng would never be hesitant, let alone now.

"Oh? Wang Zheng, you can actually sing?"

"Yeah, Leader Sir, how good are you? Let us prepare ourselves!"

"You better not lead our princess off tune!"

"Haha, our leader is best at setting the pace, but this is the first time I've lost confidence in him."

The bunch of naughty friends hollered and jeered, but Wang Zheng dealt them a new one, shocking all of them.

This duet immediately brought the atmosphere to a crescendo, because… Wang Zheng's timbre and feel were close to the original, while Huiyin's superb skills immediately rose the mood to a peak, prompting a crowd sing-along.

Ai Xiaolu and the rest were surprised as well. Who knew that Wang Zheng actually had this side to him?

This song Sky truly stirred their blood.

"Against your Saruman Snake, we of Imperial Glory will give it our best shot!" Annil declared loudly.

"A good opponent is a blessing! We of Saruman Snake will not be cowed!" Takumi hollered. In this instant, he had already discarded all those stray thoughts. To be able to be involved in such a battle was good fortune for any fighter.

"Another song!"

"Strong request for another song!"

They were clearly hooked. When this professional sang, her skill level was clear. Huiyin's heavenly voice pierced their souls.

Wang Zheng left the stage, leaving Huiyin to what she was good at.

Huiyin smiled and switched off the music. The room quietened in an instant. They looked at the little princess, knowing that she had something to say.

"This next song is prepared for someone very special to me. It's my 16th birthday next month. I can never be with him. I hope to dedicate this to him. A song made for you – Never Left.

The moment she said this, everyone's minds blanked out. This…

Huiyin looked at Wang Zheng. At this moment, everyone had the same suspicion. But… this… but besides Wang Zheng, there wouldn't be anyone else, would there?

Zhang Shan, Chen Xiu, and the rest had lost their minds. Was this the princess' confession???

Lu Die and Annil were shocked as well. Their inebriety fell from them. But they did not dare to confirm, and perhaps could not. Perhaps it wasn't. Perhaps Her Highness just favored him, and this had nothing to do with her love.

Ai Xiaolu and Luo Er exchanged looks. They saw the doubt in each other's eyes.

"Right here right now

"Right now

"I've loved and lost, I've tasted the sweet and sour of love. I've shrugged off the tricks of fate, I know what I want

"An unspeakable emotion, the sum of all that I feel. Why do I keep thinking of it, what else is there to live for…"

Huiyin's gaze was completely locked on Wang Zheng. This was the first time she had faced him so boldly.

"Without you, I would miss my turn as I gazed at the faraway peaks. I turn, only to find that you had never left…

"I know I'm too lucky, because love satisfies everything… right now, in this moment, I want to be in your arms

"To be your warmth

"To sing for you a special love song

"Please listen to me

"Let my world revolve around you, let my happiness be your happiness, my sorrows your sorrows.

"Right here, right now

"Let us lift our heads together and await love's descent, proof that this is no mere dream

"Right now

"Close your eyes and feel

���There is a voice

"And it says that love never left"

This was the first time that Huiyin had put her own voice and emotions into her singing. A song for herself, for her first love at 16. Everyone was lost in her voice…

Huiyin had already come to stand beside Wang Zheng. She tiptoed, and gently kissed Wang Zheng on the lips.

This was the first kiss of a girl just about to turn 16. She had mustered up all the courage in her. The purest and most beautiful love story.

Time stopped. Everyone was shocked.

Huiyins' eyes were filled with infatuation and unwillingness, enough to melt steel to curl around her fingers. "Brother Wang Zheng, wish me happy birthday… don't forget me."

After she spoke, Huiyin left, leaving behind a room of petrified people.

In a flash, Huiyin's tears flowed. Outside the door, Angela was waiting for her.

Angela said nothing, only hugging Huiyin gently. "Let's go home. Everything will pass."

"B… but I don't want to go… like this.��� Huiyin tugged at Angela's clothes.

Angela sighed. She knew such a day would come, but was helpless to stop it. Perhaps time was the only solution.

Zhang Shan walked over to pat Wang Zheng's shoulder. "Brother, you are the most fortunate and unfortunate person in the world."

He said as he shook his head. There was no choice.

For Aslan's two princesses to love the same person would be bittersweet for any man.

Zhang Shan knew especially well that Wang Zheng had always been waiting for Aina in his heart. That was why he had given so much of himself, and laid his life out on the line.

Of course, the attractiveness of such guys was often the most fatal.

A toast, to all the beautiful first loves of this world!

Chapter 1011: Tyrant Su's Stubborn Path

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

"Get 'em boss! You must defeat Aslan!" Yan Xiaosu cheered. "Love is love, and work is work. A man must make himself!"

In the past, Yan Xiaosu was the senior on the playing field. But now Tyrant Su was reborn. Although Wang Zheng's situation was a little special, focusing on oneself was undoubtedly still the most important thing.

And it was not that Wang Zheng did not understand this. But humans were not robots. They needed to vent once in a while. After talking it over with Yan Xiaosu for a while, he felt much better.

After hanging up, Yan Xiaosu took another call. Clearly, Yan Xiaosu was very clear as to his own future.

Few had a number on this line. If it was not an important partner, it was an important customer.

The one calling was Jasper. It was something important. He would not usually call on this line even if Yan Xiaosu's other line was engaged.

"Brother Yan. As expected, Mr. Sam Green has agreed to meet with us. Personally."

As expected, Jasper had heavy-duty news to convey. Jasper's voice was emotional. The other party was Sam Green!

An elder and giant of Lya Sphinx's financial world, who had made his name through an accurate and ruthless way of seeing things. A godfather figure in the business world. His comment at breakfast could cause ripples in the Lya Sphinx stock market. This was power that even the president did not possess.

Yan Xiaosu had been in Lya Sphinx recently, hoping to find a connection to work with Sam Green, and bring in even more profits. Tita Star's expansion could not depend on the Hail Cloud Alliance alone. In comparison, Jasper's side was the one with the potential of greater cooperation. But Jasper was not enough. They needed to call on those with even greater ability.

Jasper had thought that this was a hopeless task, but Yan Xiaosu had carved out a path with nothing else but his boldness, affirming that nothing in this world was impossible, if one only dared! And this was not baseless. When considered overall, there were still chances, but it depended if one wanted to try. At least one could begin relations with other investing firms. Success or failure was unimportant. The important thing was to get the word out and build impressions. If there were more opportunities in the future, then it would be easy to work together.

A puny thing like rules was not at all useful to Tyrant Su. He was not like those "aristocrats." He was not afraid of embarrassment. Face was worth nothing to him.

Jasper was already a follower, and was more convinced than ever of Yan Xiaosu. He was invincible! TItatitan Star had already been awesome – one had to be lucky sometime. But this was Lya Sphinx!

He had hunted down a vice-chairman from one of Sam Green's investment firms. After a long talk, he had finally consented to put the proposal on Sam Green's desk. There were no guarantees whether Sam Green would look at it, or be interested.

And then Jasper had received a call from the vice-chairman.

The vice-chairman looked like he had seen a ghost: "Mr. Sam Green wants to meet Yan Xiaosu personally!"

A personal meeting!

The vice-chairman was shocked. One had to know that Sam Green was 73 years old this year. In the last few years, he had already started to let go of many things. Besides the core business that he still managed, he had left the rest up to professional managers, or to capable descendants to handle.

Although this matter of Jasper's was within the scope of Sam Green's core business, and had some potential, the investment amount should not have caught Sam Green's eye. Scrawling a reply signature or marking it "seen" would have been enough for his subordinates to take care of the rest.

But this time, Sam Green would personally take a hand.

This was overkill, much like firing a cannon at a mosquito.

Yan Xiaosu smiled and calmly asked, "Compose yourself. Time? Place?"

To be able to meet Sam Green in person was out of his expectations, and he was a little shaken up. But the more things were so, the calmer he was. He had been through winds and rains. From a run-of-the-mill second generation business owner to where he was today, he had to suffer so many eye-rolls, and also been lifted up and exhorted. He had even been through a war. Yan Xiaosu's attitude had been honed under a thousand hammers. He dared not call it impervious, but save armageddon, he could maintain his composure.

Jasper exhaled. Wow. Brother Yan was Brother Yan. "Maple Leaf Forest Club. Tomorrow night."

"Very well. Help me with the preparations."

Maple Leaf Forest Club. Any place that Sam Green could choose as a meeting place must be uncommon indeed. Clearly somewhere that ordinary people could not enter.

Jasper nodded. "Already on it."

As the elite club of Lya Sphinx, Maple Leaf Forest was a 95-story tower in the grandest financial capital street in Lya Sphinx. A skyscraper over 511 meters high. Flanking it were the Lya Sphinx stock exchange and the Best Bank's building.

This was the financial heart of Lya Sphinx.

At this moment, a grand convoy of 12 cars rolled up to the financial street, stopping at the front door of the Maple Leaf building.

An hour earlier, the Maple Leaf Club personnel were already waiting. And 10 minutes before the appointed team, traffic control began in the area.

"They've finally come. Do you know who it is?"

"Look at the car plate. Looks like the Green family…"

"See that black elongated Orwell Dragon? It's Mr. Sam Green's personal ride!"

There were gasps all around. Was Mr. Sam Green personally coming to the Maple Leaf Club?

A light gleamed in all the members of the Maple Leaf Forest Club. Everyone knew that Sam Green was an S-rank member of the Maple Leaf Forest Club. A few years back, Sam Green would still visit the club, and entertain some juniors. He would listen to interesting proposals, then generously invest.

But in the last two years, Mr. Sam Green had spent most of his time in his private manor.

Outside of the Green family, few had seen this Lya Sphinx legend in a long time.

After a moment, this legend walked out from his personal ride, under everyone's gazes.

It was really him!

The entire Maple Leaf building had turned out to welcome his arrival.

"Mr. Sam Green, this way please. The top floor you requested has been prepared."

The chairman of the club personally met him, his stance like a servant. He did not even introduce his own name or status.

Only after this legend walked into the building and entered the custom elevator did the financial street return to normal. The convoy rolled into the building's carpark. The Green family's personal security and the club security worked together to provide continued security.

The moment Yan Xiaosu and Jasper reached the Maple Leaf building, two security guards met them, only courteously inviting them into the building after both had displayed identification. Then they spoke softly, "There are special circumstances today, and security is extremely tight. Please forgive the inconvenience."

Jasper nodded to show his understanding.

Could they not know? Sam Green had come! And they were about to meet this legend.

Inside, neither said a word, but headed straight for the elevator.

At this moment, someone called Jasper's name softly. "Jasper, a moment."

The two of them halted.

A few middle-aged men came over smiling, with a young woman curiously sizing them up.