DipNovel Chapter 48 The Power of the Myriad Manifestations!
Chapter 48 The Power of the Myriad Manifestations!
"That's enough!"
Li Zhengyuan let out a loud shout, like a thunderclap, which shook the alloy dragon-shaped suspended ceiling of the training ground.
"Buzz—"
Then, an invisible yet vast spiritual energy fluctuation swept across the entire area, forcefully cutting into the blood energy fields of Wang Yangming and Jiang Kun, two level 20 experts.
The black phantom of the giant roc behind Jiang Kun trembled violently, dissipating rapidly like dark clouds scattered by a gale. At the same time, Wang Yangming's azure water giant also turned into water mist and vanished without a trace.
He easily defused the tense situation that had just been brought to a standstill.
"Professor Jiang, you've brought your students to our No. 2 High School under the guise of academic exchange. I think... your purpose here is definitely not just about this little exchange!"
Li Zhengyuan's face was ashen, his voice was icy, and his gaze was like a knife piercing Jiang Kun.
Principal Li, who usually had a kind and gentle face, was clearly furious at this moment, exuding the sharp aura of a superior.
Today was supposed to be a happy day, as Wang Yangming, one of his most outstanding students, returned to his alma mater to give a speech. Coincidentally, Jiang Kun was visiting with his students, and Li Zhengyuan, remembering that Jiang Kun was once Wang Yangming's university classmate, treated him with courtesy.
At the time, Jiang Kun adopted a very humble attitude, introducing Wang Tai'an as the second-ranked student on the list of students at Rongcheng No. 1 High School.
Li Zhengyuan knew about the situation at No. 1 High School. The school's real ace was the number one ranked student, "Wang Taishi," who was the twin brother of the boy in front of him, Wang Tai'an.
Since the other side only sent the second-best student in the school, Li Zhengyuan, adhering to the principle of equal exchange, called over Raymond, the second-best student from No. 2 High School.
To everyone's surprise, Wang Tai'an not only had extremely high levels of mecha and health, but also used ruthless attacks. He was clearly prepared and even intended to cripple the top student of No. 2 High School!
Is this what they call etiquette in communication?
Since the other party was so heartless, Li Zhengyuan simply stopped pretending altogether.
"Principal Li, what do you mean by that?"
Seeing Li Zhengyuan's anger, Jiang Kun's heart skipped a beat, but he glanced at the seriously injured Wang Tai'an, gritted his teeth, and forced a smile as he argued:
"Principal Li, didn't your student go even further? He almost chopped my student's arm off with a single blow!"
Jiang Kun suddenly pointed at Wang Xing, his eyes filled with suspicion and a hint of jealousy: "Moreover, how could a mere level 6.8 mech, with only level 7.5 health and no Void Element Power, possibly slice through level 8.2 Heavy Rock Armor with a single strike?!"
"Principal Li, I suspect this kid secretly used some prohibited substances to artificially boost his output before the battle, right? What's so honorable about winning such a rigged sparring match!"
"fart!"
Lu Yun, who was standing nearby, immediately started cursing, "You're blind and can't understand advanced micro-management and force deflection, so stop throwing mud at my students? Is this the kind of mindset a teacher at Rongcheng No. 1 High School has?"
Li Zhengyuan had no desire to explain anymore, and simply let out a disdainful snort:
"My students at No. 2 High School have always been upright and honorable! Teacher Jiang, before I call the Yuanfang Bureau to investigate your intentional assault, take your people and get out of No. 2 High School."
The single word "Get out" carries weight and meaning!
Lee Jung-won's eyes clearly conveyed the message, "I don't cause trouble, but I'm absolutely not afraid of trouble either!"
Jiang Kun's face turned bright red. Looking at the pairs of eyes around him that seemed to want to devour him, he dared not say another word.
Supporting the bleeding Wang Tai'an, they quickly left the training ground amidst the angry gazes of the teachers and students of the Second High School.
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With the outsiders gone, the oppressive atmosphere in the training ground finally eased.
The school clinic's emergency medical staff had already arrived and used the medical pod to treat Raymond as best they could.
"Principal, today's matter... was handled poorly by me."
Wang Yangming walked up to Li Zhengyuan, bowed deeply, and looked full of self-reproach.
"I returned to my alma mater to see how much progress the younger students at No. 2 High School had made. Jiang Kun suggested bringing some of the younger students along for a friendly competition, which I thought was a good thing, so I specially introduced them to you. I never expected... that they would come with thorns in their side."
"My relationship with Jiang Kun at Magic University was never anything more than casual; we weren't close friends. Today's incident has made me see through his intentions, and from this day forward, I am officially cutting ties with him!"
Wang Yangming turned to look at Raymond in the medical pod and said apologetically, "I bear undeniable responsibility for Raymond's injury. I apologize."
"This isn't your fault, Xiao Wang."
Li Zhengyuan waved his hand, his old eyes gleaming with a sharp, insightful light. "They're just using your alumni connection to make their visit seem more legitimate. Even without you, No. 1 High School would have found another reason to come. Besides, they're not here for any exchange at all."
Wang Yangming thought for a moment, then suddenly realized, "You mean... gathering information?"
"That's right, it's just a preliminary assessment."
Li Zhengyuan snorted coldly, his gaze deep: "The Rongcheng Hundred Schools Competition is just around the corner! This year, No. 1 High School has produced a once-in-a-century genius mecha student, who is Wang Tai'an's twin brother—Wang Taishi, who possesses the [Rage Stone Mecha]. That kid is the real fang of Rongcheng No. 1 High School."
"Our No. 1 High School has been outmatched by our No. 2 High School for the past few years, and this year they're hoping to turn things around with Wang Taishi. They sent their second-best student here today, clearly to probe the strength of our No. 2 High School's top students before the competition. But they never expected... they'd stumble upon a formidable opponent!"
At this point, Li Zhengyuan turned to look at Raymond in the medical pod, his tone softening: "Raymond, the school will use the best high-level medicine to treat your injuries, and there will be no hidden damage that will affect your college entrance examination. It was a mistake of mine to let you fight an opponent whose level was lower than yours today."
"Principal, please don't say that..."
Raymond lay in the medical pod, his face pale, his eyes filled with guilt and self-blame. "It's my own fault for being incompetent and bringing shame to the school."
Raymond felt very depressed.
Although his opponent was ruthless, he had no chance against the opponent in the previous battle.
The opponent's Rockbreaker mech was indeed superior to his in terms of defense and power.
"We were both second on the leaderboard, but I got completely crushed by Wang Tai'an..."
Raymond thought bitterly to himself, "Could there really be something wrong with my cultivation path...? Perhaps I should really focus more on cultivating my defensive abilities?"
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After calming Raymond down, Li Zhengyuan turned his attention to Wang Xing.
His originally stern face melted away like ice and snow, revealing an extremely satisfied smile.
"Wang Xing, thanks to you for stepping in and saving the day!"
Li Zhengyuan patted Wang Xing on the shoulder, deeply moved, "If it weren't for you keeping things in check, once this got back to No. 1 High School, our No. 2 High School would have lost all face before the Hundred Schools Competition even started!"
"Principal, you flatter me."
Wang Xing remained calm and composed, neither humble nor arrogant. "Raymond is my friend, and No. 2 High School is my alma mater. It's only right that I retaliate when someone comes to provoke me."
Upon hearing this, everyone around Wang Xing cast admiring glances at him.
"What a perfectly reasonable statement! So composed and unassuming, he has the demeanor of a great general!"
Li Zhengyuan nodded approvingly, then his expression turned serious, and he got to the point:
"Wang Xing, since things have come to this point, I won't beat around the bush anymore. The reason No. 1 High School is here today to assess our situation is for next month's 'Rongcheng Top 100 High Schools Competition'!"
Li Zhengyuan pointed to Wang Yangming beside him, his eyes filled with pride: "Three years ago, your senior Wang Yangming overwhelmed everyone in that competition and won first place in Rongcheng!"
"Back then, the rewards given by the Municipal Education Bureau and the Mech Alliance were extremely generous—not only did they grant a special bonus of 20 points in the actual college entrance examination subjects."
"I also received the bonus of soaking in the [Dragon Marrow Cleansing Pool] for three days, which directly increased my health level by one level!"
"It was these two awards that ultimately enabled him to gain admission to the Shanghai Mecha University, ranking among the top 30 in Sichuan Province."
Upon hearing about these rewards, Wang Xing's eyes lit up slightly.
"This year's competition is no exception; the resource allocation and rewards will only increase!"
Li Zhengyuan stared at Wang Xing and asked solemnly, "Although there's still almost a month until the competition, and your mecha's outer armor is still being modified, are you willing to represent Rongcheng No. 2 High School in this competition among a hundred schools?"
"I do," Wang Xing answered without hesitation.
What he lacks most right now is high-intensity practical experience and extra points for the college entrance examination.
The 20 bonus points were extremely important to him.
"Good! I'm relieved to hear that!"
Li Zhengyuan laughed three times, then his eyes gleamed brightly. He patted Wang Xing on the shoulder, as if he had made an extremely important decision, and lowered his voice to say:
"Since you're going to represent No. 2 High School in this competition, as the principal, I can't let you risk your life with your bare hands."
"Your swordsmanship is quite accomplished, having reached the pinnacle, but your combat skills are somewhat limited. I have a privately treasured S-rank martial art that is extremely powerful and specifically develops the synchronized explosive power of the body and mecha—"
"Its name is, [The Power of All-Encompassing Wisdom]!"
Li Zhengyuan stared at Wang Xing's slightly contracted pupils and smiled:
"Would you like to learn this martial art?"