Chapter 430: Competing for Talent

Chapter 430: Competing for Talent

"Another skill capable of creating miracles!"

This was Ling Zhan's understanding of the new skill book.

A four-second temporal rewind.

The number of things that could be changed in that time was immense.

It could catch enemies completely off guard.

And it could also entirely reverse the course of battle.

"Though it's a great skill, if used poorly, it could lead you straight to death."

Li Chaoge commented softly from beside him.

And that was true.

After handing out the most important skill book rewards.

The secondary rewards began.

Fifty sets of A-grade eternal potions: Rage Elixir.

Fifty sets of S-grade enchantment materials: Red Flame Amethyst (sponsored exclusively by the Amethyst Empire).

Fifty sets of S-grade forging materials: Meteorite Steel.

These three resource rewards, except for the Rage Elixir, could all be sold freely.

"As for the FMVP reward, it has been canceled since giving out fifty S- skill books already cost the organizers a fortune."

"There was no other choice."

Liu Jinglong looked at Ling Zhan apologetically.

"It's fine; I'm very satisfied with this reward."

Ling Zhan had no complaints.

In fact, he welcomed the decision.

In past tournaments.

The FMVP, in addition to receiving the same rewards as the rest of the team, would get an additional special reward.

This special reward was an S+ level skill book.

But this year, Liu Jinglong had secured fifty S- skill books for the Dragon Kingdom team, so the FMVP reward had to be canceled.

After all, they couldn't let the Dragon Kingdom take all the good things.

Plus…

The sudden upgrade in rewards this year had already caused dissatisfaction among many countries.

If Ling Zhan received more rewards, other nations might openly accuse the Global Transfer Association of being controlled by the Dragon Kingdom, turning it into their personal playground.

Ling Zhan was quite happy with the rewards.

Not that he didn't like S+ level skill books.

But he knew that in the future, with the looming threat of war, relying on himself alone wouldn't save all races from extinction.

The efforts of these prodigies would be necessary as well.

Their role might not be to go to the front lines and slay terrifying monsters comparable to fourth-tier beings.

But protecting the common people in the rear was also vital.

So Ling Zhan's perspective was far-reaching.

Only when the entire nation grows strong can the Dragon Kingdom stand tall.

After receiving the rewards.

Ling Zhan stood before the audience for the first time and gave a brief acceptance speech.

"This guy... Even when speaking in front of a global audience, he's so cold."

"I love his cold style."

"What a coincidence, so do I."

"..."

Finally.

Ling Zhan shook hands with the various VIPs.

When shaking hands with Ms. Daphne, she smiled and said, "Ling Zhan, would you be interested in becoming the honorary president of the International Sub-Professionals Association?"

Ling Zhan didn't think much of it and politely declined, "Thank you, Ms. Daphne, but I don't have that in mind for now."

"What a pity! But if you ever change your mind, you're always welcome."

Hearing Daphne's words, Ling Zhan remained unfazed.

Always welcome?

Once the non-specialist class is found to fall behind in the later stages, these invitations will vanish in an instant.

When shaking hands with Prince Saint Louis.

The prince, who had earlier gritted his teeth at Ling Zhan, suddenly changed his attitude, smiling as he asked, "Ling Zhan, what do you think of the two princesses of my kingdom?"

Ling Zhan didn't think too much of it and, not wanting to embarrass the prince in front of everyone, calmly replied, "They are of exceptional beauty, unmatched in the world."

It was a polite response.

But it was also the truth.

The two princesses of the Holy Light Empire, in terms of appearance alone, were indeed worthy of such praise.

Though Ling Zhan always found them a bit strange.

He had no interest in getting close to them.

However…

To his surprise, Prince Saint Louis tightly gripped Ling Zhan's hand, showing no intention of letting go.

In a playful tone, he said, "Well then, you must visit us often. Who knows, you might just become my kingdom's son-in-law one day! Hahaha..."

"This..."

The two princesses sitting in the VIP section were blushing bright red.

They hadn't expected their uncle to be so blunt!

But the other top-tier powerhouses couldn't help but tease.

"Prince Saint Louis, isn't this a bit shameless? Ling Zhan belongs to the Dragon Kingdom. How could he become the son-in-law of the Holy Light Empire?"

Zhou Hongfu chuckled.

This bastard—he actually wanted Ling Zhan to marry into the Holy Light Empire?

He must've had too much to drink!

"Haha! Just joking! Just joking!"

Saint Louis laughed it off.

But Ling Zhan didn't expect the real show to be just starting!

The Gu God said, "Ling Zhan, would you like to study under me? Don't worry! If you come, I'll fulfill all your desires! Forget being a prince consort—whichever nation's princess you want, I'll bring her to you as your wife!"

The Mage God scoffed, "Shameless old man! Ling Zhan, don't listen to him. Come to my place! I have the world's tallest mage tower, filled with countless top-tier magic prodigies from around the globe. Studying here will take your magic to the next level!"

The Martial God chimed in, "Enough of that magic nonsense! Such martial talent would be wasted if he studied magic with you weaklings!"

The Shaman God added, "Ling Zhan, are you interested in learning shamanism?"

"..."

Every powerhouse who shook hands with him extended an enthusiastic invitation.

Their gazes at him were as if they were looking at a priceless treasure, filled with desire.

They couldn't help it…

All because Ling Zhan was a non-specialist!

A non-specialist!

But also an all-specialist!

This meant limitless potential!

If Ling Zhan were just a mage or a warrior, only the corresponding powerhouses would have invited him.

But as a non-specialist, Ling Zhan represented endless possibilities!

Even...

What if, in the future, this guy decides to transfer classes?

The audience watched these internationally renowned powerhouses scramble for Ling Zhan.

They couldn't help but feel envious.

"Sigh! Comparing yourself to others only makes you miserable!"

"Exactly. The powerful figures we've spent our lives wanting to study under are practically fighting to avoid Ling Zhan's rejection."

"It's just like they say... feast or famine."

"You can't beat this—he's earned recognition from all the top figures!"

"..."

The scramble from these old powerhouses put Zhou Hongfu and Liu Huanran on edge.

Luckily, Ling Zhan politely declined each invitation, allowing the two to breathe a sigh of relief.