Chapter 2: In Trouble!

"Students!

"Before the Awakening, I have one last piece of advice!

"The strength of a Mechanical Man mainly relates to its own Rank!

"Combat Power's three-dimensional data include: Power, Defensive Power, and Firepower.

"The higher the Rank, the greater the talent, and the more Combat Power gained from upgrading! At the same time, the stronger the accessories that can be equipped!

"Let me show you mine!"

In the Awakening Hall, the vice principal of Xia City High School, the senior year director, an old model Mechanical Man, spoke to the crowd.

While speaking, a blue light shot from his wrist—the holographic photography, displaying his data.

Level: 30!

Model: Old-timer.

Rank: C Level!

Firepower: 600

Defensive Power: 600

Power: 480

"Don't be fooled, my data might not seem impressive, but against Level D Mechanical Men of the same level, their parameters are not even half of mine!

"Currently, I am worth tens of billions, able to unleash a force of ten thousand catties! With full firepower, I could instantly level our school!

"If it were in the Enlightenment Era, I alone could take down an enhanced armored battalion! In Xia City, I am a person of status!

"And yet, I'm only C Level!

"At B Level, Mechanical Men have data twice as high as mine in the same rank situation! The wealth and authority they can wield is also twice mine!

"A Level is another double up from there!

"S Level? Those are beings that I must look up to!

"Not only do they have extremely high growth attributes, but also great potential for advancement!"

At this point, he unconsciously glanced at Xu Gu.

This student had the best simulated exam results in the entire school, with a very high probability of Awakening at A Level!

As for S Level? That's extremely difficult!

He hadn't seen a student Awake to S Level in a long time!

Listening to the vice principal's words!

Everyone gasped in astonishment!

They knew there was a huge gap between each Rank. But they hadn't realized just how significant it was!

The difference between each Rank actually doubled!

The attribute data between F Level and S Level was actually 64 times different! Not to mention the legendary SSS Level!

And, this difference is not only reflected in combat ability but also social status!

Their vice principal already held high status in Xia City! But unexpectedly, he was only C Level!

If they were to Awake as B Level or even A Level Mechanical Men, wouldn't that elevate them above the rest? Among Mechanical Men, they would be adored by all!

For a moment, everyone grew more excited, looking forward to it with a fighting spirit.

Seeing this, the vice principal nodded in satisfaction.

It's said that the firmer one's belief before Awakening, the better the result may be.

Although there is no scientific basis, it's still something worth believing in! What if it really helps!

So, students, drink this 95-octane gasoline and charge!

"Very good! There's ambition in you all! Did you all buy a car yet? I heard that having a certain car in your name increases the likelihood of Awakening into that Mechanical Man!"

The vice principal inquired once again.

"I've bought it! I got an off-road vehicle! I'm sure I can Awake to be a B Level off-roader!"

"I have a sports car in my name!"

"Mine's a semi-trailer!"

"Hehe, my dad pulled some strings to arrange a tank for me! I'm sure I can Awake to be an SS Level tank!"

"Xu Gu, how about you?"

Xu Gu shook his head slightly, indifference in his tone: "Heavy Truck."

Listening to everyone's discussion, the vice principal grew even more satisfied, everything was ready.

Today would be a day of bountiful harvest.

"Then, begin the Awakening!"

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Xu Gu and the group moved among the Mechanical Men, absorbing the mechanical and technological atmosphere around them, drawn in by the cold and sharp luminescence everything emitted.

"Tian Han!"

The student called by name, tense, stepped onto the Awakening Platform.

Soon, the system activated, the spark dropped, a pale blue cold radiance enveloped him.

Dazzling brilliance flashed.

Shhh!

A faint sound.

The luminescence faded.

A sleek and cool motorcycle appeared in front of everyone!

"Awakening successful!"

"Mechanization successful!"

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"Vehicle Type —— Standard Motorcycle!"

"Rank —— C Level!"

Woah!

A wave of astonishment swept over the crowd instantly!

C Level! The same talent as the vice principal! And, a motorcycle's attack power should be high!

If nothing unexpected happens, his future is filled with brightness, holding authority, commanding a region, with a harem of wives and concubines!

The Awakening continues.

"Zhang San, Awakening failed!"

"Li Si, Awakening failed!"

"Wang Wu, Awakening failed!"

Successful Awakenings to become Mechanical Men do happen, but more often, people fail!

The success rate of Awakening is only one-fifth!

You need to realize, just getting into Xia City High School requires passing several rounds of selection already! And still, the failure rate is so high!

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"Senior Year Class 9, Lin Liu."

"Awakening success!"

"Mechanization success!"

"Vehicle Type —— Standard Sedan!"

"Rank —— B Level!"

Suddenly, the sky roared with a thunderous noise, and a cold, mechanical voice echoed.

The whole Xia City High School was thrown into excitement.

The first B Level Mechanical Man was born!

Countless eyes fell upon her!

"It's her! The school beauty Lin Liu! She actually Awakened to B Level! So strong!"

"Sure enough, a prominent figure in the school, and outstanding outside as well!"

"I thought I could have a successful turnaround and win the school beauty for myself!"

"Stop dreaming! You're from two different worlds!"

People chattered, full of envy.

Xu Gu silently queued, watching others Awaken into bicycles, electric vehicles, tricycles, vans, as well as motorcycles and sedans.

He was becoming increasingly nervous.

Not just him, as he slowly moved forward in the queue, approaching the Awakening Room.

All the school's teachers were also very anxious for him.

Especially his counselor Lin Yuna! She almost lost her breath.

"Miss, did you try to recruit him in Xia City?"

Behind Lin Liu, an older mechanical person asked as he looked at Xu Gu, unable to resist saying: "I've heard that he has the potential to Awaken to A Level!"

"Recruit him? Just a country bumpkin. Considering how close he has been with that vixen, he's probably indulged too much before Mechanization, squandering his potential!

"His Awakening will, at most, hit B Level. A B Level like him isn't worth my effort to recruit."

Lin Liu was extremely proud. Her Awakening data, even within the B Level, was among the top, and she came from the Provincial City with a very powerful family background; her strength could skyrocket, not to mention B Level, she didn't even care much for A Level, naturally looking down on the natives of Xia City!

Finally,

It was Xu Gu's turn!

"Senior Year Class 9! Xu Gu!"

The mechanical voice sounded, and the gaze of the entire school's teachers and students fell on Xu Gu.

This is the genius of this cohort!

Always first in simulations!

His talents surpass Lin Liu!

He's about to Awaken!

Could it be A Level?

All the teachers' hearts thumped violently, full of excitement.

Boom!

At this moment, Xu Gu had already walked up to the Awakening Platform.

He touched that magical spark!

Suddenly, the skies changed color, wild winds raged, Divine Light shone over the whole Xia City High School, blindingly bright.

A vast and terrifying aura wreaked havoc.

Some of the students who hadn't Awakened yet felt overwhelmed by this power, some couldn't even stand steady!

"What is this?"

"This is A Level! A! He truly can do it!"

"No! This... isn't A Level! A Level doesn't have this kind of commotion!"

"Hiss! Could it be... the legendary S Level!"

In an instant, all the teachers and students who reacted were completely stupefied, gasping for air, hearts skipping beats, eyes filled with disbelief, they couldn't help but roar.

"OMG! An S Level has really emerged!"

"This is S Level!"

"In a whole decade, our city hasn't seen a single S Level, right?"

"S Level! He actually really Awakened to S Level! How is this possible! Didn't they say he overindulged?"

Lin Liu, watching from a distance, her face changed dramatically, she couldn't believe it.

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