Of course, this can only be imagined. Ma Long is actually complaining out of habit, but he still needs to sign the contract.
Zhou Naiyi and Wu Zang have already signed it immediately. Wu Zang probably thinks that dying in battle is the highest honor for a warrior, but normal people cannot accept this kind of thinking.
"Principal, we will definitely complete the mission and enter the S tournament!"
Zhou Naiyi appeared much calmer, overcoming her fear of the giant insects. She has already overcome her own psychological barriers, and she is no longer afraid of death.
Everyone signed one by one, and Long Danni put away the contract. "I have found out some information about the mid-season tournament," she glanced at Li Hao, "I don't know if Li Hao is a prophet or just got lucky, but the giant insects will definitely be used this time. Although the military didn't say it, some of the giant insects have been transported away."
"Haha, this is good news. We are already one step ahead." Huo Ying laughed with a wide open mouth, revealing his white teeth that contrasted with his dark skin.
"Huo Ying, don't be too happy. I heard that the top teams have already started in this aspect. I don't know the specific progress, but Li Hao, you were a member of the Revelation Youth Class. I heard a rumor that it had already started during your time?"
Everyone suddenly looked at Li Hao and nodded, a little confused. How old were they back then?
"The Golden Zone may have appeared a long time ago, but because of the issue with the usage method, the gap has not been closed. But this year is different. All mechas will have their weapons replaced with new weapons fused with K23. Be prepared." Long Danni said, "You all can go back now, Li Hao, stay."
After everyone left, there was a moment of silence in the principal's office. Long Danni looked at Li Hao, her eyes showing a different kind of pressure and doubt.
Li Hao felt a little guilty for no reason. Could it be that he spent too much money on the team recently? Should he be a little more cautious?
"Li Hao."
"Yes, Principal!" Li Hao panicked a bit. Usually, when someone of high status starts with this kind of momentum, they have discovered a problem.
"Do you have any grudges with Chao Qinglong?" Long Danni suddenly asked.
Li Hao was stunned, not understanding.
"I received information that Chao Qinglong, the leader of the North Carolina Race, has formed an alliance with Okanman, Qiongdong, Jiyingdao, Haisha, and Kafu, six out of the top ten teams, to dominate the mid-season tournament." Long Danni strongly opposed this kind of thing, a typical expert in internal conflicts.
Li Hao breathed a sigh of relief. He was scared, thinking that something big had happened.
"What do you think?"
"Report, I have no thoughts." Li Hao honestly replied.
"Then why is one of the tasks of the North Carolina Alliance to eliminate Tianjing?" Long Danni said in a deep voice. This was the root cause of her heavy pressure. With Tianjing's current strength and training situation, although they couldn't enter the top ten, they could definitely compete for the remaining six spots. If they were treated as thorns in the eyes by the North Carolina Alliance and were hindered during the assessment, who could they reason with?
Seeing Long Danni's displeased expression, Li Hao was a little confused. Was there a misunderstanding?
"I don't care what misunderstandings you have between you, but Tianjing must enter the S tournament this time. I won't hide it from you, once you are eliminated, you will get a new principal, and the team will be disbanded, labeled as a failure. It will definitely not be an honor for you and your team members." Long Danni opened up and spoke frankly to Li Hao, "Li Hao, you have the strength and wisdom, but don't be absent-minded all the time. Be spirited and learn to fight back!"
"Don't underestimate the enemy!" Long Danni added.
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"Yes, Principal, I understand. I will do my best and take it seriously." Li Hao tried to keep his eyes open, as Teacher Ma said it would make him appear more sincere.
Long Danni looked at Li Hao, who was trying hard to convince himself, not knowing what else to say. Wasn't what she said serious enough?
Since the conversation had reached this point, Long Danni couldn't continue. She was originally full of confidence for this expedition, but the information sent by her teacher was like a heavy blow. This kind of offensive and defensive alliance in the mid-season tournament was not a joke. A behemoth like the North Carolina Race could easily crush Tianjing. They even had the support of five out of the top ten teams. And the teacher clearly stated that Tianjing must be eliminated. There must be a deep grudge. Among the entire Tianjing team, only Li Hao had the possibility of having any connection with Chao Qinglong, as they were both members of the Revelation Youth Class.
But why did Li Hao seem to have something he couldn't say? Could it be related to the incident back then?
Li Hao left the principal's office and finally breathed a sigh of relief. Damn, that was scary. Principal Long always scared him like that. He thought he had been found out. To save money, he had cut corners and even reimbursed his meal expenses. Fortunately, everything was fine.Jerrys is going back to the academy. Although the mid-season tournament is not open to the public, he will definitely go and support the S tournament. Before leaving, Li Hao didn't have time to treat Jerrys to a meal due to various reasons, but he still wanted to see him off.
"Big Brother," everyone else has already boarded the car, Jerrys pondered for a moment and asked, "I have been troubled by a question for a long time. Can humans really reach higher dimensions? If so, what will be our first step, or what is our biggest obstacle?"
Seeing Li Hao not speaking, Jerrys smiled and couldn't help scratching his head. "Haha, I was just overthinking. I always feel that if there is such a person, it must be you, Big Brother. But if there really is such a person, wouldn't they be like a god?"
"Alright, you little brat, always overthinking. You're still a representative of the academy, don't talk nonsense. Enjoy life more and get on the car quickly. Everyone is waiting for you. Oh, and about the meal I owe you, next time."
Under the urging of the driver, Jerrys got on the car. Before leaving, he waved to Li Hao, and Li Hao smiled and whispered three words.
Jerrys, who got on the car, was in a daze and completely ignored the surrounding voices. It was as if he had gone crazy. Although Li Hao's voice was very soft, he still heard it. It was just as he had always suspected, that the powerful and unbeatable force or energy that shackles humanity is—dark matter.
The world seemed to have nothing to do with him anymore. Dark matter... the first step for humans to step into higher dimensions, which accounted for nearly 96% of the universe.
After the ecstasy, there was boundless despair. Even if he knew what this step meant, what difference would it make?
Jerrys felt like a child who had found the key to a treasure, but after the crazy joy of finding an infinite treasure, he realized that it was just a reflection in a well. It was a huge emptiness and longing... After a long time, Jerrys' heart started beating rapidly.
Big Brother... could it be?
If he took this step, how would fragile humans survive in the face of destructive dark matter?
Could it be that there really are gods in this world?
As time passed day by day, after learning about the cruelty of the mid-season tournament, Tianjing Mecha Academy also entered a state of full readiness. For everyone in Tianjing, the result of this tournament meant the difference between heaven and hell, especially for the freshmen. They originally entered as top-notch, but after the mid-season tournament, they might become second-rate. Ma Long and the others could feel this.
As the mid-season tournament approached, various news circulated within the four federations. Of course, this stage was an internal process within each federation. Whenever a three-time champion was about to be crowned, it was a big year, which meant the strongest defending champion and the opponents who would go all out to bounce back.
In USE, the military department compared the new Five Tigers to the old Six Dragons.
Curtis from the Dome Royal Military Academy, Aogong Tian from the Extreme Shadow Dao Military Academy, Luodongsheng from the Shark Military Academy, Kieran Rao from the Indira Military Academy, and Uxiya from the Samode Military Academy.
The new Five Tigers were all born as supernovas, and their comprehensive test results in the past two years were excellent. They also dominated the top ten in EMP scores. This was a situation where fame was greater than strength. For example, Robbie among the old Six Dragons had some strength, but he wasn't necessarily that powerful. However, he was fierce and daring, and he knew how to talk. In the overall downturn, he gave people a refreshing attitude, which made him highly respected. In fact, his results were just average, and his EMP score was only around 3000 points.
Curtis from the Dome Royal Military Academy was the most prominent recently. In USE, he was second only to Chao Qinglong, the leader of the Six Dragons. For Curtis, except for Chao Qinglong, everyone else was trash. At the same time, Curtis was also the leader of the supernova group, with an EMP score of 3600 points, currently ranking first in the Earth combat zone.
Aogong Tian from the Extreme Shadow Dao Military Academy was a member of the USE Tian Dao Plan and a second-year student. He had a reserved and low-key personality. He was the best among the second-year students who were supernovas. This year, the Extreme Shadow Dao Military Academy had strengthened its strength, and it was also one of the military departments' most promising teams. His EMP score was 3520 points, ranking second in the Earth combat zone.
Luodongsheng from the Shark Military Academy was a member of the USE Tian Dao Plan and a third-year student. He had achieved great success in the Golden Zone. His EMP score was 3500 points, ranking third in the Earth combat zone.
Kieran Rao from the Indira Military Academy, where Kieran Rao was located, was ranked 11th this year. He was a member of the USE Tian Dao Plan and had surpassed his physical limits. His EMP score was 3480 points, ranking fourth in the Earth combat zone.
Uxiya from the Samode Military Academy was the only girl among the new Five Tigers. The Samode Academy was ranked 15th this year, but Uxiya was forcefully brought up to this rank. Her EMP score was 2320 points, ranking sixth.
Of course, there were famous experts who didn't care much about EMP scores, but everyone had to admit that this score was earned through actual combat. Without strength, it was absolutely impossible. As for fame, isn't that what the competition is for?
The outside world was hyping up the change of era between the old Six Dragons and the new Five Tigers, hoping that the new strong freshmen in USE would have the aura of fierce tigers and sweep through everything.This mid-season competition is also an opportunity for the New Five Tigers to take over. The times are always moving forward, and the new generation replaces the old.
Contrary to the public opinion, Curtis, the leader of the New Five Tigers, has no intention of challenging Chao Qinglong. In this North Carolina League, the Dome is also participating. His goal is to be second to none. Chao Qinglong has reached a level that is invincible by human power, but the other old dragons can indeed be replaced. As for the Tianjing Mecha, he doesn't know why anyone would be stupid enough to offend Chao Qinglong. It's extremely foolish, just solve it incidentally. This is also the internal consensus of the North Carolina League. This year's S competition will be the year of Chao Qinglong's ascension. The outside world only knows that Chao Qinglong lost to the Moon God Maxis last year, but they don't know that Chao Qinglong was fighting with injuries, and Chao Qinglong has never explained. This year, Chao Qinglong has reached perfection. The mid-season competition is just a small test for him.
