"I'm really sorry for what happened just now, Miss Dongfang." Wu Jie bowed deeply.

Wu Jie glanced at Dongfang Shengyue and found that she neither spoke nor looked at him. She just looked straight ahead and had no intention of paying any attention to him.

[Alas—she must be angry.] Wu Jie was helpless. Anyone with a bit of common sense could understand a girl's temper. It seemed like he would have to find another opportunity to help her calm down later.

"Okay, Shengyue is not as fussy as you think. After all, you didn't mean it just now." After saying this, General Wang turned around and slowly walked in the direction Wu Jie was going.

Wu Jie immediately realized that the principal wanted to say something to him, so he hurriedly followed.

At the same time, General Wang's words made Wu Jie feel even more embarrassed. It would be great if Shengyue was really the kind of girl who didn't care about things, but why did he feel a vague sense of unease?

Wu Jie quickly waved his hands and said, "It was indeed my fault. I wasn't paying attention to where I was walking. I will definitely apologize to her when I get a chance."

Wu Jie's attitude was pretty good. Although he had already pointed it out to him, Wu Jie still knew his limits. General Wang nodded slightly.

However, Wu Jie was actually a little puzzled. As a special guard, her skills should be quite strong. But why did she not react at all when he knocked her down just now, just like an ordinary person?

"You must have some questions in your mind. As a national-level special guard, how could he fall down just by being bumped into by you? Right?" General Wang said as he walked, but he revealed what Wu Jie was thinking in one sentence.

Yeah, why?

Before Wu Jie could ask, the principal spoke first.

"She just finished the core version update surgery, so she can't move freely for the time being. But if it's an hour later, you will be in trouble." General Wang said lightly.

When Wu Jie heard this, he broke out in a cold sweat. He didn't expect it to be like this.

Wait, a core version update?

Wu Jie looked at Sheng Yue carefully and found that because his clothes were torn, the plum blossom badge that was originally fastened on his chest was pinched in Sheng Yue's hand.

A drop of cold sweat broke out as he suddenly remembered that a special guard who could serve as a guard for someone like the principal must have a rank of colonel at the very least. Then he looked at the Plum Blossom Medal in her hand...

Plum Blossom Dancer?

And there's another question. All the War Dancers are still using the third-generation core, which was updated only half a year ago. Could it be that this woman named Dongfang Shengyue has only just updated to the third generation? No way?

Noticing Wu Jie's gaze, Dongfang Shengyue rarely reacted and actually stared straight into his eyes.

Wu Jie was startled. Was it murderous intent? Or hatred? Wu Jie didn't know, but he felt a chill run down his spine.

"Okay, stop guessing, I'll tell you, Shengyue just had a fourth-generation core transplant."

As soon as General Wang finished speaking, Wu Jie stumbled.

"What?" Wu Jie couldn't help but blurt out.

It took a full three years to update from the first generation to the second generation. Although the third generation was shorter, it still took two years. It’s only been half a year and the fourth generation is out?

How come I haven't received any news? What a mistake! Have I been paying too much attention to international science news lately?

That's not right. According to common sense, new version updates are international events, and the Red Lotus Research Institute cannot hide it. Why is that?

"Surprised, right? Do you understand why I am telling you this? This is a state secret." The principal stopped suddenly as he walked.

Wu Jie was so shocked that he almost couldn't stop and bumped into the principal.

"Why...why?" Wu Jie took over the conversation.

The principal looked up at the sky with deep eyes and said calmly, "Stinky boy, this time, you can only win, not lose."

"?" Wu Jie didn't understand why the principal suddenly changed the subject and mentioned the competition.

Afterwards, regardless of Wu Jie's reaction, the principal pointed at Sheng Yue and said, "From now on, she is your soldier. Not only must you eat, live, and fight with her, but you must also win this match."

"Huh——?" Wu Jie was instantly stunned. What was going on? Why did the principal assign him a strong chess piece while he was talking?

"You don't understand, right? Let me tell you." Regardless of Wu Jie's reaction, the principal continued:

"In this competition, I have a very important bet with Country M and Country E, and Country M and Country E will definitely send out their elite troops to fight against Suzaku."

"Brat, although I don't want to judge your subordinates too much, but with your current strength, it is absolutely impossible to defeat Country M and Country E without strong chess pieces."

"Shengyue is the Red Lotus Research Institute and the crystallization of Dragon Nation's highest technology. She not only embodies all of Dragon Nation's hard work, but also possesses the world's most advanced technology and scientific research results."

"Once you've fought alongside her, you'll fully understand her strength. In short, you must win this tournament. This not only concerns the Dragon Nation's plans, but also your own future. Do you understand?"

As the principal spoke, his eyes suddenly became sharp and his tone was undeniable.

"Yes! Principal!" Wu Jie's expression straightened and he immediately saluted.

Seeing Wu Jie's statement, the principal nodded with satisfaction.

Then he said to Shengyue behind him: "Go, from today on, he will be your new commander."

"yes!"

This was the first time Wu Jie heard Dongfang Shengyue speak. Although he only spoke one word, his pronunciation was very clear and his voice was like the sound of nature, the kind that people would never forget once they heard it.

Then, Sheng Yue marched in step and walked behind Wu Jie without saying a word.

Wu Jie suddenly felt under great pressure. Although having an icy beauty following him was quite pleasing to others, Wu Jie felt like he was being stabbed in the back. How should he deal with this girl?

Suddenly, ripples flashed in the air, and Wu Jue vaguely saw an invisible war dancer coming behind the principal and seemed to say something.

The principal nodded, then said to Wu Jie, "Okay, I've said what I need to say. Brat, don't let me down."

"Yes, Principal! I guarantee to complete the task!" Wu Jie once again gave a standard military salute.

At this time, a biplane Osprey attack helicopter suddenly appeared from nowhere and landed behind Principal Wang. Under Wu Jie's gaze, Principal Wang slowly boarded the plane.

But at the last moment of boarding the plane, Principal Wang seemed to say something to Wu Jie.

Because the helicopter was so loud, Wu Jie could only hear a few words.

"Stinky... Shengyue... she... has a vengeful... heart... be careful..."

After hearing these few words, Principal Wang boarded the plane and left.