Chapter 107: The Bald Man is Here! Who Will Face Death?
Chapter 107: The Bald Man is Here! Who Will Face Death?
[Class President, you're trending again!]
After sending the message, Chen Ye fell into deep thought.
He understood.
Tang Zichen was being fiercely targeted because of her consecutive super performances in the new recruits' secret realms, causing some foreign individuals to fear her.
They couldn't sit still!
That's why they came up with such a sinister trick.
If Tang Zichen hadn't teamed up with Chen Ye from the beginning, would all of this still have happened? She could have grown into a strong figure like Qin Muyin.
Wait!
It seemed like she was being targeted from the start!
If Chen Ye hadn't teamed up with her, she would have committed suicide in the first secret realm, right?
Additionally, Qin Muyin's growth back then was not smooth either.
There were records online that Qin Muyin had also faced multiple assassination attempts!
Besides Qin Muyin, Ethan Hunt also went through similar experiences!
It could be said that any outstanding genius has a growth path filled with challenges.
Humans are a species that loves internal conflict...
They just can't stand others doing better!
[I saw it... Teacher Liu just informed me to go to the meeting room.]
This was Tang Zichen's reply.
It seemed that the issue of the exorbitant bounty had already alarmed the school authorities.
Maybe even higher-ups were alerted.
...
At this time, Tang Zichen was already on her way to the school's meeting room.
When she arrived, she found that there were quite a few people in the room.
Apart from the school leaders, there were a few strangers as well.
"Ahem!"
Vice Principal Zhang immediately spoke, "Student Tang, please have a seat."
After Tang Zichen sat down, Vice Principal Zhang continued, "Student Tang, we called you here so late because of the foreign bounty issue, which you must be aware of, right?"
Tang Zichen nodded.
"After our discussion..." Vice Principal Zhang's expression became serious, "We unanimously believe that it's best for you, Student Tang, to avoid going on secret realm adventures for the time being."
"With the bounty just issued, those with malicious intentions will be most active now. If you enter the secret realm at this time, the risk is too high."
Hearing this, Tang Zichen frowned, "Principal, when can I go to the secret realm then?"
Vice Principal Zhang replied, "Train for a few years, enhance your strength, and it's best to enter the secret realm before the plum blossom mark disappears."
As soon as he finished speaking, Tang Zichen immediately refused, "That's impossible!"
Although she knew that Vice Principal Zhang was right and had her best interests at heart...
However...
Becoming stronger was her greatest goal.
Only by becoming stronger could she fulfill her wish!
And the best shortcut to becoming stronger was through the secret realm.
Going years without entering the secret realm? She would rather be dead.
Seeing Tang Zichen's reaction, the faces of those present remained unchanged.
Clearly, they had studied Tang Zichen's personality and knew she would not agree to this plan.
"Student Tang, please listen to me first."
Vice Principal Zhang said helplessly, "We know that the foreign bounty is not truly aimed at killing you. With your current strength, very few in the secret realm can match you... They just want to hinder your rise, making you afraid to enter the secret realm."
"By advising you to wait a few years, we are falling into their trap."
"However... your talent is too important to risk. Even if we know it's a trap, we have to fall into it to ensure your safety and smooth growth. Even if it takes longer, it's worth it."
Once a secret realm is visited, it cannot be revisited.
So, those strong individuals are stuck at later secret realms, unable to return to the earlier ones.
"Principal, since you mentioned that very few in the secret realm can match me, it's even more reason not to retreat!"
Tang Zichen said calmly, "Which of the strong predecessors did not face thorns on their path to rise? The teachers have always taught us not to fear retreating in the secret realm. Only by facing challenges head-on can one become a true strong person!"
These words were bold and spirited.
If a man said them, it might not be surprising.
But coming from a beautiful young woman, it left everyone in awe.
Everyone thought of the phrase: Heroes are not defined by gender!
"This situation is different."
Teacher Liu spoke up, "Starting from the fourth secret realm, because it is no longer mandatory, many people, to increase their survival rate in the secret realm or to achieve better results, have chosen to enter just before the plum blossom mark disappears!"
"These people train all the time. Even if they gain only a little each month, after a few years, it adds up to a significant amount."
"In other words, if you plan to enter the fourth secret realm in over a month, you may face more competitors, and among them, many strong individuals far beyond what you faced as freshmen."
Tang Zichen remained silent for a moment, then firmly said, "I won't back down! If I am to die in the secret realm, I accept my fate!"
Hearing this, everyone felt a headache but were not surprised.
As mentioned earlier, they had studied Tang Zichen's personality and anticipated this scenario, so they were mentally prepared.
"Since you don't agree with this plan, we have another proposal."
Vice Principal Zhang spoke again, "To increase your safety, from the fourth secret realm onward, you will need a stronger teammate to assist you..."
"No!"
Before Vice Principal Zhang could finish, Tang Zichen decisively refused.
"Principal, and all the leaders, I reiterate once again! Regarding teammates, I only recognize Chen Ye. Please don't suggest changing my teammate again!"
Even though she knew these people's intentions were good, Tang Zichen's tone remained severe when she spoke those words!
What a joke!
These people had no idea how formidable that bald guy was.
But she did!
It was precisely because of Chen Ye's presence that Tang Zichen had the confidence to survive in the secret realms and achieve good results.
In fact, her survival up to now was all thanks to Chen Ye's protection...
Replacing Chen Ye?
Might as well kill her outright!
At least that would save time and not drag others down.
Could anyone in the world be a more reliable teammate than Chen Ye?
Unless Chen Ye himself decided to leave her.
Otherwise, she would never let go of Chen Ye's support, even if it killed her...
...
Hearing Tang Zichen's words, the few unfamiliar leaders frowned.
Vice Principal Zhang, however, shrugged helplessly.
As if to say: See! I knew this would happen...
Everyone fell silent for a moment.
An unfamiliar leader spoke up, "Then we'll proceed with the third plan!"
He produced a box and placed it in front of Tang Zichen.
"Student Tang Zichen, when you enter the fourth secret realm, carry this signal transmitter. I will organize a group of qualified and trustworthy individuals to assist you in the secret realm."
"Once you enter the fourth secret realm, send out the signal. If they are nearby, they will come to support you."
This time, Tang Zichen didn't refuse. She nodded and agreed.
Seeing this, Vice Principal Zhang said, "Alright then, Student Tang, you can go now and get some rest."
Upon hearing this, Tang Zichen stood up and left the meeting room.
As soon as she left, Vice Principal Zhang expressed his anger: "Leaders, those foreign individuals targeting our genius with such plans are going too far! Shouldn't we retaliate?"
"Who said we're not retaliating?"
A leader responded calmly, "We've already posted bounties on the international network, offering two billion for the heads of twenty of their top students!"
"If they dare to use such insidious tactics against us, we'll muddy the waters. When they produce talents next year, we'll let them taste the bitter fruit!"
Hearing this, Vice Principal Zhang and the others finally breathed a sigh of relief.
...
That evening.
Netizens noticed that the number of public bounties had suddenly increased by twenty.
Although these bounties weren't as high as Tang Zichen's, they were still enough to attract a lot of attention due to their lower difficulty.
After all, even fools knew that the continuously super-performing Tang Zichen, combined with her regular training, likely had a mental attribute close to 500, nearing a fourth-level powerhouse.
Most of those still in the fourth secret realm were second-level ability users, with a few exceptional ones reaching the third level.
Asking them to assassinate a near fourth-level powerhouse was too difficult and dangerous.
It was much easier to target those worth only a billion...
Seeing so many public bounties, netizens immediately understood that the higher-ups had taken action, feeling greatly relieved!
"An eye for an eye, good, good!"
"That's right! They dare to target Goddess Tang, let them bury twenty of their own!"
"Haha, I've been stuck in the fourth secret realm for three years. I won't let those rewards fall into foreign hands. I'll make a move this time!"
"Hold on, bro, I bet those twenty guys are too scared to enter the secret realm now..."
...
The next morning.
In the classroom.
Students sat quietly, listening to Old Liu's lecture.
A week had passed, but Old Liu's neck still seemed a bit stiff, and every time he turned, his head moved with his body...
Because the injury on the back of his neck hadn't fully healed!
Chen Ye's slap had accidentally hurt Old Liu's muscles and bones.
No, it was Long Aotian who did it.
What did it have to do with Chen Ye?
Although Old Liu had lain in bed for three days, he held no resentment or blame towards Long Aotian, only deep gratitude!
He knew very well that if Long Aotian hadn't appeared, he and his two students would have been doomed.
His own death wouldn't have mattered.
But if Tang Zichen had died, the loss would have been too great...
"Regarding the fourth secret realm, aside from the increased difficulty of monsters, the competition will be much more intense than you imagine."
"...Anyone planning to enter the fourth secret realm in over a month, please register with me first. I need to tally the number of participants."
"If you don't feel confident, I personally suggest waiting. There's no shame in it."
Old Liu spoke with clear intent.
Unfortunately, Tang Zichen took it as wind passing by her ears.
After returning from the meeting room last night, she had already discussed it with Chen Ye.
For his wife wanting to continue exploring the secret realms, Chen Ye had to support her.
Because he also wanted to earn potential points and increase his mental power.
A mere fourth secret realm? With his 5+ level strength, he could easily sweep through it; whoever came would die!
Killing monsters alone was boring!
Chen Ye was eager for more people to come and provide some fun...
Being low-key in the real world was enough.
In the secret realm, he intended to be unstoppable!!
(This chapter ends)
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