Chapter 419 The Selection Begins...
Deep within the dense forest, the branches have already connected with all the plants...
Not only are there ubiquitous vine traps, but also miniature cameras hidden everywhere.
Thanks to Lu Nange's sign-in reward "Youyou" brand wireless network, footage captured by drones and cameras can be transmitted in real time, allowing the selectors to observe the performance of each participant from all angles.
These images were not only displayed on the laptops and tablets in front of Lu Nange and the others, but were also simultaneously transmitted to the monitoring center of the Flameheart Military Zone...
At this moment, Lao Li was busy arranging seats in the monitoring center.
Grandpa Chi arrived early with a group of elders, ready to observe the selection process.
"Old Chi, I have to say, our kids are just too outstanding."
Grandpa Shi pointed to the high-definition display screen, unable to hide his pride: "I don't know where they got these devices from, the picture is so clear."
Old Master Chi forced a smile and said in a serious tone, "Sit down quickly and watch your manners! So many people are watching; what kind of behavior is this, jumping around like that?"
Grandpa Shi retorted sarcastically, "Why don't you first shut that grin that's stretching to the back of your head? You're clearly secretly pleased, but you're just pretending..."
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As the sun rises higher, the selection process is about to officially begin.
According to the rules, those with special abilities who don't arrive by 9:00 AM will be locked outside the golden fence and wait for the next selection opportunity...
After all participants completed registration and body scans and lined up neatly at the foot of the mountain, Chi Yanzhou spoke through a megaphone.
"Welcome, everyone, to Flameheart Base!"
Today's rules are simple: find the flag in the forest, descend safely, and you can become a member of Flameheart!
You can choose to take on the challenge alone and prove your ability to work independently. Or you can choose to team up and demonstrate your teamwork spirit.
But remember, one flag can only represent one person joining Flameheart.
Furthermore, I must solemnly warn you all—danger lurks everywhere in the mountains; once the selection begins, you are responsible for your own life and death!
These words instantly heightened the tension in the room.
Gu Qi stepped forward at the opportune moment and said, "Now, we'll give you ten counts to consider."
If you choose to withdraw, please stand to my right. This is not shameful; it's about taking responsibility for your own life!
"ten..."
"Nine..."
"eight..."
The countdown echoed at the foot of the mountain, making each second seem exceptionally long.
Some people began to shift their feet nervously, some clenched their fists, some exchanged glances, and some closed their eyes and took deep breaths...
"seven..."
"six..."
"five..."
Finally, the first person stepped forward, head down, and walked to the right. Then came the second, the third...
"Four..."
"three..."
"two..."
"one..."
When the countdown ended, the result was somewhat unexpected—out of hundreds of participants, only twenty-seven chose to withdraw!
Lu Xici: "All you ability users, please keep your number tags handy."
You have ten minutes to form teams. The selection process will officially begin in ten minutes!
The foot of the mountain suddenly became lively as people began to look for suitable teammates and discuss strategies.
Lu Nange, Wen Qing, Gu Wan, and Luo Xingyou sat at a long table, their eyes glued to the live feed on the screen...
Ten minutes later, Zhang Ao, who was driving the people who had withdrawn from the trip, returned to the foot of the mountain.
Chi Yanzhou: "Please note that our selection process will officially end at 3 PM!"
I hereby announce that the Flameheart Base's selection of ability users has officially begun! Good luck to everyone!
As he finished speaking, the superhumans participating in the selection, either in groups or alone, stepped into the dense forest.
Chi Yanzhou and his group had handed over control of the drone to Yanxin's team members, while they stood in front of the large screen and began to carefully observe the performance of the superhumans.
Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled shadows on everyone.
"Look at this three-person team in area three," Lu Xici said, pointing at the screen with admiration. "Their teamwork is pretty good."
In the video, a team of two men and one woman is making steady progress.
The burly man was an earth-elemental ability user, clearing the way ahead, with earth and stones flying everywhere as he waved his hands.
The woman in the middle held a golden Tang sword in each hand, clearing away the vines and leaves from the surrounding treetops as the swords flashed.
The young man at the very back was likely a psychic, constantly scanning his surroundings to warn his teammates.
"Indeed, quite good." Gu Qi nodded slightly: "A well-rounded team, with each member fulfilling their specific role; it's a mature squad configuration."
However, not all teams had such a smooth journey.
In the footage from Area Seven, a young superhuman struggling alone is caught in a fierce battle.
He was completely surrounded by vines manipulated by Zhizhi. Despite his desperate attempts to cut them down, he couldn't find a way to break free; instead, he was only tightened up around them...
Gu Wan couldn't help but shake her head: "This person is truly brave but reckless, relying purely on brute force!"
He Zhuo chimed in with his comment: "A complete brute, utterly lacking in adaptability."
Gu Qi glanced at him sideways: "Do you think it's appropriate for you to comment on others like that?"
He Zhuo was speechless for a moment, which drew a burst of light laughter from the crowd...
Just then, another team that had been watching from the sidelines suddenly stepped in to help, rescuing the trapped young man.
Wen Qing: "These people seem to have good character, helping others even in the midst of competition."
Shi Xu: "They might know we're watching, and they're just putting on a show!"
Wen Qing: "Then... let's take another look!"
The challenges in the mountains and wilderness are endless.
Gangzi hovered in the air, occasionally swooping down to test the participants' reaction abilities with ice spikes.
Zhizhi was having a great time, manipulating the vines unpredictably, sometimes wrapping around and trapping enemies like a python, and sometimes whipping and probing like a long whip.
"Sister, Xiaozhizhi seems to be having a lot of fun today," Lu Beiye said, looking up at the trap designs on the screen.
Lu Nange zoomed in on the monitoring page of the little tree-man's main body, where Zhizhi, with her wavy hair, was shaking her head and saying, "She does seem... very happy!"
As time went on, more and more participants showcased their individual strengths.
Some people force their way through with their powerful abilities, some rely on their wisdom to cleverly navigate the challenges, and others overcome difficulties through teamwork.
"Record number 219, the water-type ability user. He should be a level three water-type user, and he's been helping his teammates the whole time."
"Number 164, that should be a level four earth-type ability user, and he seems to have a lot of influence."
"Number 34, push your teammate to block the vines!"
"Number 77 is stealing his teammate's flag... Is he trying to kill him to cover his tracks?"
Lu Nange: "Don't worry, Zhizhi will handle it."
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