Chapter 103: Isn't It a Sure Thing That We'll Be Number One in the Country?
Chapter 103: Isn't It a Sure Thing That We'll Be Number One in the Country?
Almost instantly, the entire operations meeting room erupted into chaos.
This news was explosive—it could completely shift the tide of battle.
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No—
It could end the Fire Feather Clan's reign over the Huotang Small World entirely.
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"After this battle, we can wipe out the Fire Feather Clan in Huotang Small World!"
The leader of the first line of defense slammed his fist against the conference table, his excitement overflowing.
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The Fire Feather Clan had always been a major headache.
In a direct confrontation, defeating them was not impossible.
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But the problem was that they were too slippery.
Whenever the battle turned against them, they would retreat deeper into the small world's dense waterways,
using the Fire Frogs and Fire Fish as a delaying force to ensure their safe escape.
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Additionally, the Fire Feather Clan reproduced rapidly, and they had many powerful warriors.
For the human race to fully secure the Huotang Small World, they needed one decisive blow.
Now, that opportunity had arrived.
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And it had been delivered by two students taking the martial arts college entrance exam.
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"Immediately contact the other two space-time gate bases in Huotang Small World," the commander ordered.
"Alert the friendly forces on the left and right defense lines."
"Have them send reinforcements immediately. We need to encircle the Fire Feather Clan."
"If we act fast enough, the Red Realm won't be able to respond in time. Even if they want to send reinforcements, it will take them too long."
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"Moreover, the space-time gate connecting Huotang Small World to the Red Realm cannot accommodate warriors above Level 5."
"Even if reinforcements come, our victory is already secured."
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Xue Xiao nodded, then added,
"I'll also order the Longteng Army stationed at the Xiang City Space-Time Gate to deploy immediately."
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Hearing this, the first line of defense commander gave further instructions:
"Here's the plan. We maintain the frontal assault, while Team Leader Xue takes the Longteng Army through the underground river to attack from the rear."
"We synchronize our strike and encircle them completely."
"If we can destroy the Fire Feather Clan's main force and capture their clan leader, the Huotang Small World will be completely pacified."
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His strategic plan was met with unanimous agreement.
After finalizing the details, Xue Xiao prepared to depart with Huang Hui and another member of the examination team.
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"Looks like first place in the country is going to belong to our Southern Province this year,"
Wang Zhiming, the leader of the first line of defense, laughed.
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Beside him, the deputy commander also nodded in agreement.
"It'll definitely go to that kid—Jiang Tian."
"After all, he was the one who delivered this intelligence."
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"This is a massive achievement."
"Forget just the martial arts college entrance exam's military merit points—if we take down Huotang Small World, the additional merit rewards will be enormous."
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The other officers in the room turned to Xue Xiao, offering congratulatory nods.
"Team Leader Xue, congratulations. Your girl is going to have an excellent ranking this year."
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Xue Xiao shook her head slightly, responding with a respectful bow.
"I appreciate it, but let's focus on the battle ahead."
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Everyone's expressions turned serious as they nodded in agreement.
"Of course. Stay safe."
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Xue Xiao departed first, with Huang Hui following closely behind, his expression troubled.
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Meanwhile, in Huang Hui's Mind—
What do I do?
This wasn't how things were supposed to go.
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Junior Brother Jiang was supposed to keep a low profile.
He was supposed to show just a fraction of his talent, gain some recognition, and establish his reputation as a chef.
He would secure first place in the province, get admitted into Hongwu University, and quietly become the teacher's disciple.
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From there, the teacher would open a specialized martial arts program tailored for Jiang Tian's unique talent.
The plan was to slowly build up his resources, without drawing too much attention.
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But now?
Everything had been thrown into chaos.
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Jiang Tian was supposed to control his score and keep a low profile—
Instead, he had blown everything up.
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First place in the entire country?
Guaranteed.
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There was no way they could lose.
The human army in Huotang Small World was already stronger than the Fire Feather Clan.
With Xue Xiao's Longteng Army, the human forces would overwhelm the enemy.
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If the Fire Feather Clan had chosen to retreat deep into their home territory,
the battle would have dragged on indefinitely.
Attacking their last stronghold head-on would have been costly.
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But now, thanks to Jiang Tian,
they could cut off the enemy's retreat and crush them from both sides.
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With such a decisive advantage, the outcome was already determined.
This wasn't just a battle anymore—
It was the conquest of an entire small world.
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And the real instigator behind it all…
Jiang Tian.
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The biggest problem now?
How the hell was Jiang Tian supposed to avoid being crowned the number one student in the country?
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Huang Hui could already imagine the aftermath.
Jiang Tian's achievements weren't just about getting top marks—
He had helped the human race win an interdimensional war.
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Meanwhile, back to reality—
Xue Xiao, who had been silent while leading the way, suddenly spoke:
"Something about this intelligence doesn't add up."
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Huang Hui snapped out of his thoughts.
"What's wrong?"
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Xue Xiao's brows furrowed.
"If Xiao Ruyan had really used her life-saving trump card, I would have sensed it and gone to rescue her."
"But I didn't feel anything."
"Yet the report states that she used her trump card to kill the Fire Feather Clan's geniuses."
"That doesn't make sense."
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Huang Hui's heart skipped a beat.
He forced a laugh.
"Maybe… your niece had another trump card?"
"How long has it been since you've visited home? Maybe your family gave her something new, and you didn't know about it."
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Xue Xiao thought for a moment, then nodded slowly.
"That's possible."
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Huang Hui exhaled in relief.
That was way too close.
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Final Thought—
This whole situation has spiraled out of control.
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Forget it.
The teacher will have to deal with it.
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Huang Hui could already imagine his teacher's reaction.
"Jiang Tian, what the hell did you do?!"