Chapter 435: The Golden Year

Chapter 435: The Golden Year

You should know, when these top-tier powerhouses were at Ling Zhan's age, although they were also top geniuses, their strength and achievements were far inferior to this unspecialized individual.

"All I can say is that the Royal Training Grounds truly live up to their name..."

"Whether it's the facilities, equipment, or environment, everything is top-notch."

Ling Zhan could clearly feel the advantages of these Royal Training Grounds.

Even factors like wind speed, temperature, and air humidity in the shooting range could be precisely adjusted, allowing one to become accustomed to combat under any environmental conditions in advance.

"Mr. Ling, this is the Holy Spirit Star Card presented to you by the Holy Light Empire; please accept it."

"With it, you can enjoy top-tier treatment equivalent to that of a Grand Duke within the Holy Light Empire."

At this moment.

Princess Saint Lucy approached. Known for her cold demeanor towards any male, she now looked at Ling Zhan with a radiant smile.

In her hand was a card emitting a starry glow.

As the second princess's words fell.

Wow!!

The crowd watching erupted into a commotion once again.

The Holy Spirit Star Card!

That's something only Grand Dukes of the empire can obtain!

My goodness!

The Holy Light Empire actually granted Ling Zhan power equivalent to a Grand Duke!

Even Zhou Hongfu and Liu Huanran couldn't help but show slight expressions of surprise upon seeing this.

Indeed...

Hostility is only temporary.

Interests are eternal.

Even though Ling Zhan had trampled the Holy Light Empire's team in front of a global audience.

Now, the ruler of that nation didn't mind at all, even offering the Holy Spirit Star Card to befriend Ling Zhan.

You must know, even within the Holy Light Empire, there are no more than three of these cards.

At the same time...

Many people noticed a detail.

Princess Saint Lucy referred to Ling Zhan as "you" in a respectful manner.

This change in address also signifies the change in status of this unspecialized individual.

It was as if, in Princess Saint Lucy's eyes, Ling Zhan's status was higher than her own.

Ling Zhan did not immediately accept the star card.

Instead, he turned to look at Dean Zhou.

Such a gift that directly bestows the power of a Grand Duke has exceeded anyone's expectations.

Including Ling Zhan.

This was a bit sensitive...

So, facing this situation, Ling Zhan needed to first seek the opinion of his senior.

Zhou Hongfu nodded.

Only then did Ling Zhan accept the star card.

Without even glancing at it, he directly placed it into his storage ring.

Saint Lucy offered a sweet smile.

Her demeanor was like that of a maid following beside Ling Zhan.

This made many geniuses envious.

"Wow! That's our Ling God! The dignified second princess of the Holy Light Empire personally serving by his side like a maid!"

"Ling God's life is my dream!"

"When will I ever have a princess of a nation submit to me?"

"Keep dreaming, guys. Don't think about these unrealistic things."

"..."

When they reached the exit of the shooting range.

Five beautiful girls were already glaring unkindly at Princess Saint Lucy, who was following behind Ling Zhan.

Fortunately, Deans Zhou Hongfu and Liu Huanran arrived in time.

Princess Saint Lucy also smiled and left.

At this moment.

Dean Zhou Hongfu smiled and announced news that shocked everyone present.

"Ling Zhan, after detailed discussions among the Dragon Kingdom's high-level officials last night, they have decided on the final reward for you, our double champion!"

As he spoke.

He raised three fingers, smiling: "The nation will pay for any three items you bid on at tonight's auction! No matter how high the value! No matter how precious!"

As soon as the dean's words fell.

Wow!!

This time, everyone present couldn't help but be moved!

Even the geniuses from various countries who had just arrived at the training grounds were completely stunned upon hearing this!

"What the heck! This..."

"Darn! What's the point? I was planning to bid on one of the finale items! Who can outbid him now?"

"By the way, isn't the Dragon Kingdom being too generous..."

"..."

Not only the geniuses from various countries.

Even the deans from various countries and schools were surprised.

There's no way around it.

This is indeed a bit over the top.

Listening to the discussions around.

Zhou Hongfu slowly explained the truth behind the reward.

This year's situation is very special!

As previously mentioned.

The Demon Arrival, Dark Church, Devil's Advocates, and other forces aligned with the Forbidden Lands have secretly spread all over the world.

Especially after the world's map expanded with many unclaimed lands and islands.

This has further provided safe and secret hiding places for these organizations.

After the Demon Arrival pulled off a major event.

The Dark Church and Devil's Advocates, as if coordinating with the Demon Arrival, also stirred up incidents of various scales around the world.

This has forced countries around the world to go all out in response.

More importantly...

Not only are there internal troubles.

External threats have also erupted.

The Ten Thousand Demons Army from the Abyss began massive attacks on frontline fortress bases, attacking at any cost and by any means.

The Hundred Ghosts Army from Takamagahara surrounded the entire coastline of the Fusang Nation at that time.

Lower-ranking demons from the Devil's Nest began invading the borders of the Free Federation.

The dense fog of the Terror Mountain Range has expanded its territory by a thousand miles.

The sudden changes in these four Forbidden Lands have made the world's situation tense.

Facing the frenzied attacks from the Abyss, the Dragon Kingdom and the Giant Bear Nation are also on high alert.

But as news from the frontlines kept coming, the frontline forces of various countries have been significantly reduced in brutal battles.

This attack can be called the most intense in decades.

One after another, brave frontline soldiers have sacrificed themselves.

So much so that, in the end, countries had to let their senior reserve forces go to the frontlines early.

The result was...

Even more tragic sacrifices and deaths occurred.

You must know.

The frontline battlefields of the four Forbidden Lands are jointly garrisoned and defended by all countries in the world.

Only the leadership and command are handled by the high-level officials of the local countries.

The heroes who sacrificed themselves on the frontline battlefield of the Abyss include not only powerhouses from the Dragon Kingdom but also strong individuals from other countries.

This is an unprecedented war concerning the survival of all races globally!

Only by all races uniting can there be a glimmer of hope.

Such brutal warfare...

Is a disaster.

But at the same time, it's a rare opportunity!!

The powerhouses of various countries, and the senior reserve forces from various universities, as long as they can survive this brutal war, all receive the most elite baptism and tempering.

Countless geniuses have undergone transformation and awakening in battles soaked in blood.

Many scions of wealthy families, once spoiled at home, after going to the battlefield, personally witnessed their friends, comrades, and even loved ones die in the mouths of monsters.

Under the impact of hatred and rage that could pierce the clouds, their hearts no longer harbored fear, and they completed their transformation.

The blades they swung at the enemy became sharper; their methods of slaughtering the enemy more deadly and skilled.

One dark horse after another emerged like bamboo shoots after a spring rain.

This is why experts are calling this year the Golden Year.