Night Eye

Zhou Naiyi gently shook her head. "Our Class 16 is a pilot class of the former principal, though that's not important now. What I want to say is, since you've come, you must have your own strengths. If you have any problems, we can figure it out together. Both Musashi and I are willing to help you."

Li Hao was taken aback. Musashi? No wonder he suddenly thought of having a late-night snack. Turns out, he had this up his sleeve.

"Ahem, class leader, actually, there's a misunderstanding here. I can handle it myself, really. I've been seriously reflecting," Li Hao said, knowing Bleem's character. Once he got involved, he would likely not stay idle for long.

"Brother Hao, the class leader is our top student, and her expertise in various types of mechs and her tactical knowledge are extensive. If she helps you, your improvement will be very fast," Musashi said. This was his idea; the condition was that he would become a member of Zhou Naiyi's team.

Li Hao could already feel the curious gazes around him. Zhou Naiyi was undeniably a top figure in the Tianjing Mech and Martial Arts Academy. Her EMP score had already reached 1500 in her first year. Though scores don't tell everything, her overall performance in daily activities was top-notch. With her golden genes, Zhou Naiyi had a beauty that was striking at first glance but became even more attractive the longer you looked. At a height of 168 cm, with perfect proportions, she was often compared to the popular student, Man Man. She was the type of person whose internal and external qualities were balanced.

"Class leader, I think this might drag you down. Our training levels are not the same. How about this? I promise to reach 1200 points this semester," Li Hao said.

Looking at Li Hao's firm promise, Zhou Naiyi thought, "This is even more unrealistic," but she tried her best.

"Musashi, let's leave it at that. If you need help later, it will be the same."

Zhou Naiyi didn't insist. She had made her offer, and if the other side didn't need it, she couldn't force it.

Musashi nodded helplessly. "Class leader, don't worry. I will do what I promised."

Unable to argue, Musashi dragged Li Hao along for two hours of practice before they went back.

"Brother Hao, wasn't today great? You should treat us!" Ma Long winked, as he was the one who suggested the plan, and Musashi took care of the details, knowing it would succeed.

"Brother Hao rejected it," Musashi replied helplessly.

"What? What's going on? Brother Hao, that's Zhou Naiyi, Zhou Naiyi! What a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!" Ma Long was speechless. He couldn't understand how someone could reject such a chance to hang out with a beauty.

"I didn't want to delay the class leader," Li Hao said, tightening his grip on the chubby guy next to him. "You promised to join me in going astray, why are you the only one flying solo? I thought we were the top two worst students together."

Zuo Xiaotang stuck his tongue out. "It's not my fault! I didn't know shooting would add that many points."

"I don't care, breakfast tomorrow to compensate for my mental loss!"

The new semester had started, and the entire Tianjing Mech and Martial Arts Academy was buzzing. Various clubs were putting their best foot forward to recruit new members. This year was different from previous ones because the new principal, General Long, was not just any ordinary person. He had a magnetic personality and solid connections, and besides doubling the academy's budget, he had also recruited many newcomers.

Li Hao and the others were dragged along by Ma Long. They were not particularly enthusiastic about the new student recruitment. They just went along to have a look. As Ma Dong said, they were a bunch of clueless wooden blocks when it came to initiating things.

Ma Long, the president of the photography club, was a handsome and tasteful man. Of course, he was skilled in photography, and his figure drawing was also excellent, though currently, it was only for Senior Sheng. Talented Ma Long was multi-talented.

After spending an hour carefully dressing up, the warm sunlight hit his handsome face, causing several female students to be mesmerized.

Ma Long was also someone with standards. He had high requirements for his photography club, and not just anyone could join. As a result, several other club members were glaring at him with jealousy.

"Brothers, what is youth? It's about being bold, proactive, and having thick skin. If a girl has any looks, do you need to be shy?" Ma Long said proudly. "Don't blame me for not being helpful, if you see someone you like, feel free to ask for my contact. Free guidance."

Li Hao and the others were speechless. The whole morning, they had been running around, carrying bags and guiding others just to set the stage for Ma Long's "greatness."

"Third brother, I suspect you tricked us. Was that big plate of chicken fried noodles you placed on the table yesterday intentional?" Even Zuo Xiaotang could sense the scheme.

"Who's talking? We're brothers! What's wrong with some fried noodles? Anyway, let me tell you, the freshmen are clear-eyed and full of romantic fantasies. They are beautiful, their waists are soft and easy to impress. Being proactive has a high success rate. Bold, meticulous, thick-skinned, nothing can go wrong!" Ma Long said triumphantly.

"Aren't you afraid of Senior Sheng Man getting mad?"

"Don't worry, this is art, it's just appreciation. We understand each other, which is why we get along," Ma Long responded proudly.

Honestly, if they weren't in the same dorm, the three of them would have wanted to knock him to the ground.

"Quick, quick, quick, something big's happening!" Ma Long's eyes lit up as he pointed ahead. A girl walked through the school gate, pulling a simple luggage case, wearing a simple white T-shirt. She was about 170 cm tall, with fair, long legs under a short skirt. Her ponytail swayed, and as she looked at the Tianjing Mech and Martial Arts Academy's emblem, she smiled, revealing a charming dimple that struck straight at the hearts of straight men.

"Wow, before, Man Man and Zhou Naiyi were the most outstanding here. This girl might even outshine them. Looks like things are about to get exciting," Ma Long sighed. If he weren't already taken, he would've launched a full assault. This was the type of girl you couldn't let slip away.

Li Hao and the others couldn't help but stare, though they were more subtle about it. Several senior students, however, were already rushing toward her. The freshmen were still naïve, but the third and fourth-year single guys understood the importance of acting fast. If you were late, there were only leftovers left, just like in the cafeteria.

The key was that no one knew who would end up winning.

"Cut it out, all of you showing off. I bet none of you will succeed," Ma Long said with a smile.

"Third brother, how do you figure?" Zuo Xiaotang asked curiously.

"Look at her suitcase. Doesn't it look very refined and comfortable? That's carbon fiber, pretty awesome. At least 50,000. The ponytail band she's wearing is from this year's starry sky series. It's a new model, endorsed by Arths. It's not cheap, about 95,000... You think a girl like that can be easily approached by some local guy?" Ma Long said confidently.

Even Li Hao couldn't help but exclaim, "A little thing like that costs 95,000? Why not just rob her?"

"Brother Hao, even if it's a piece of paper used by Arths, its value would double. That's not the world we live in. This girl is beautiful, and her background is solid. She probably has countless pursuers from childhood. Guys, even with my level, I only have a 30% chance against someone like that!" Ma Long analyzed.

Girls like her either started "playing" from a young age, giving them an undeniable allure, or they were extremely disciplined, with high standards for their partners. Either type was hard to deal with.

As expected, the girl politely declined the help of the senior students. She seemed to be waiting for someone. However, a few of the seniors weren't willing to leave and continued to persist.

That was when Zhou Naiyi appeared.

The two stood together, and it felt like the weather grew even brighter.

"Senior brothers, I think it's time for you to go," Zhou Naiyi said, stopping the seniors from continuing their advances.

"Senior Naiyi, don't be so unreasonable. We're just trying to be helpful to the freshman!" Zhao Zhihan smiled, not planning to back down. If it weren't for Zhou Naiyi's status, he wouldn't have let her off so easily. It was the classic case of a beautiful woman being surrounded by men.

"That's right, who are you to control our personal matters? You're not my girlfriend," some of the seniors said jokingly, but they were clearly eyeing the freshman.

Before Zhou Naiyi could speak, "The Knight" arrived. Ma Long, with a serious face, intervened. "This student, the security just informed me that you must leave the school immediately."

It was clear that he was addressing the girl. She looked confused. "Me? Why?"

Ma Long nodded, his eyes deepening. "Student, your beauty will make the other girls in the school feel overshadowed."

At that moment, the girl smiled, and the expressions of the other students turned dark.

"Ma Long, get out of here. Are you flirting while having a girlfriend? Looking for a fight?" Zhao Zhihan, a senior student from the mech department, who was also the head of the student union's external relations, glared at Ma Long. If it weren't for Zhou Naiyi, he wouldn't have let this go so easily.

"Freshman, nice to meet you. I'm Zhao Zhihan, head of the student union's external relations department, the leader of this year's Tianjing mech team, and the main member of the school team. I wonder if I have the honor of showing you around our beautiful school?" Zhao Zhihan said, his gaze intense as he focused on the girl, radiating confidence.

Zhou Naiyi shook her head and quietly watched the performance of the seniors.

"Senior Zhao, sorry, but I'm not interested in failures. You should focus more on training. This time, Principal Long sent me to replace you," the girl smiled and said softly, though her words were anything but polite.

The other seniors thought it was a joke, a playful little junior... but Zhao Zhihan's expression changed. "You... are Night's Eyes?"