Chapter 128 - Meet in the Secret Realm

The following morning, Elroy called Moss to the office. At that moment, Moss sat on the sofa and waited for Elroy’s arrival.

A while later, Elroy and Na’er walked in together. Moss stood up from the sofa and saluted the principal.

Elroy waved his hand, motioning Moss to sit down and not be so formal. Then Elroy put down the briefcase in his hand and sat with Na’er.

“Moss, I asked you to come here so we can discuss the elite training program,” Elroy smiled and looked at Moss, getting straight to the point.

Moss nodded and looked at the principal expectantly.

“The National Professional Alliance has agreed to increase the number of slots in the training program by five for White Deer High. I’ve decided to give these five slots to the students who performed well in the annual school professional competition.”

“What are your thoughts on this?” Elroy said with a kind smile, his eyes fixed on Moss the entire time.

“Really? It’s great to have an opportunity to participate in the training program!” Although Moss knew Elroy intended to recommend him, there was still a limited number of slots. Moss thought he would have to compete with the third-year students.

However, Moss never expected to get a slot instantly, which excited him.

“Good Lad! You have guts!”

Elroy kept looking at Moss as he spoke, watching Moss’s reaction. Elroy initially thought Moss would be more or less worried and anxious when Moss heard the news.

After all, anyone who heard the rumors about the elite training program knew how risky it was as they would face a test of life and death.

However, Moss’s reaction surprised Elroy. There was not a trace of worry nor fear in Moss’s eyes, only excitement and determination. Therefore, Elroy couldn’t help but praise Moss.

After Elroy praised Moss, Moss hurriedly waved his hand and said embarrassedly, “You flatter me, Director Elroy. I’m curious about the training program and want to challenge myself.”

“Excellent, Moss. I didn’t Misjudge You!” Elroy nodded at Moss with gratification.

Suddenly, Elroy changed the subject, “But, Moss, if you want to make some gains in the training program or to become one of the 50% qualified to participate in the final assessment, you will need to improve your strength as much as possible in a short time.”

Moss hurriedly nodded. His eyes were filled with anticipation as he asked excitedly, “Do you have any advice for me, Director Elroy?”

Elroy laughed out loud. “Haha, you’re quite smart, kid!”

Elroy turned to Na’er as he said that. After a short pause, he continued, “Na’er, see if there’s anything Moss can improve upon.”

“Hmm, let me see,” Na’er immediately replied. Then his eyes darted around as he thought rapidly.

Moss also stared at Na’er curiously. Moss’s eyes shined bright as he looked forward to the answer.

“Got it!” After a moment, Na’er slapped his thigh and shouted, “Got it!” He finally had an answer.

“A three-star Mystic Realm has recently appeared in Black Panther City, which is not far from White Deer City. Also, there are still relatively few people who know about it now.”

“Why don’t you go and conquer it alongside your teammates, Moss? Although it’s a three-star Mystic Realm and still a little challenging, the five of you should be able to take it down if you go together.”

Then Elroy handed over a public notice he had signed to Moss and said solemnly, “Your original teammates, Kohler and Moore, are still injured, so they can’t go with you to the training program.”

“However, I’ve arranged for Mill and Bass to join your team. It’s perfect since you guys can use this opportunity to get used to each other as teammates.”

Moss immediately understood Elroy’s intentions when he saw the name list.

Other than slightly inferior teamwork compared to the original Team Moss, with Mill and Bass replacing Kohler and Miller, the new Team Moss was impeccable. One would consider the new Team Moss the most formidable combination among the sophomores.

Excitement and gratitude filled Moss’s heart at that moment.

“Go forth, Moss. I have high hopes for you!” Elroy meaningfully patted Moss on the shoulder as he said this.

After thanking Elroy and Na’er for guidance, Moss stood up and left the director’s office.

Moss couldn’t help but smile in excitement as soon as he exited the director’s office. He quickened his pace, eager to meet with Alan and the others to discuss the arrangements for going to the three-star Mystic Realm as soon as possible.

Going to the three-star mystic realm was a way for Moss to improve himself. Moreover, Moss’s grandfather was in Black Panther City, where the three-star Mystic Realm currently resided.

Moss had not seen his grandfather for almost a year due to his busy academic schedule. Moss was closer to his grandfather than his father because he grew up in his grandfather’s home.

Moss’s grandfather doted on Moss the most among his other grandchildren. He would even reserve almost all of his more delicious foods for Moss when Moss was a child.

Moss looked forward to going to his grandfather’s house and seeing him after so long. However, he planned to surprise his grandfather.

Moss smiled from ear to ear at that thought. His eyelids drooped, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly. In addition to his handsome face, he was simply too charming.

The two girls in the hallway saw that Senior Moss wasn’t as cold and aloof as he usually was and became infatuated. They began to whisper amongst each other excitedly.

A tall and thin girl with long hair looked at Moss with admiration. She looked at the girl beside her as she spoke, “Hey, look at Senior Moss. I wonder what beautiful thing is on his mind. Why is he smiling so warmly today?”

“Hmph, look at that fool,” the other girl said as she glared at Moss, “I heard the school is letting him participate in the training program. He can smile now, but I’m afraid he won’t even be able to cry when the day of the training program arrives.”

The other girl was a senior at White Deer High. She was about to graduate but didn’t get a slot in the training program. She was jealous because Moss got it so easily.

The long-haired girl looked unhappy when she heard the other girl say that. She resentfully retracted her hand from the other girl’s arm but still looked at Moss’s with admiration.

Moss overheard the two girls’ conversation as he walked past them but didn’t care. He knew very well that with his strength and Alan and the other’s help, he could achieve excellent results in the training camp.

In addition, Moss could now go to a three-star Mystic Realm to strengthen himself even further. Nonetheless, Moss only thought about visiting his grandfather as soon as possible.

Moss’s grandfather was old but still insisted on living alone in Black Panther City so he wouldn’t cause trouble for Moss’s parents. Although the older gentleman did not say it, he still hoped Moss would visit him more often.

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Meanwhile, Moss walked to the side of the flowerbed in front of the teaching building. He saw a few people in a pavilion nearby when he looked up. They were Alan, Mill, and the others.