"That's right. We've already surpassed the Comprehensive Martial Arts University by ten points. Even if they win the team competition, we'll still be the number one school."
Sure enough, after Bai Qingqing returned to the audience, He Xiangdong and the other freshmen quickly gathered around her.
Their faces were filled with concern and tension, their eyes fixed on Bai Qingqing.
Seeing that Bai Qingqing was alright, only slightly tired, having exhausted her energy and mental strength, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
"Sister Bai, take a rest first. Let's try to win back the score in the team competition!"
He Xiangdong said encouragingly. His voice was firm and powerful, as if conveying an indomitable belief to everyone.
However, a hint of helplessness and emotion was revealed in Bai Qingqing's eyes.
She sighed softly and said, "We're now ten points behind Wilderness Martial Arts University. Even if we win the team competition, it will be difficult for us to become the number one university."
Upon hearing this, He Xiangdong was stunned for a moment, and his expression instantly turned serious.
The surrounding freshmen began to whisper among themselves, their faces showing worry. A somber atmosphere settled over the entire scene.
"Sister Bai, so you mean we're giving up on the team competition? That won't do! Freshmen from other schools will laugh at us for being afraid of the Wilderness Martial Arts University!"
He Xiangdong's voice suddenly rose eight octaves, and his eyes gleamed with determination.
"No, we can't give up!"
Other freshmen echoed their sentiments, their voices filled with determination and courage.
In an instant, the atmosphere in the stands became heated, and everyone's emotions were ignited, like a burning flame, determined to fight hard in the team competition.
"Which school's freshmen dare to laugh at us? Apart from the Wilderness Martial Arts University, they are all our defeated opponents. Do they have the right to laugh at us?"
What I mean is that the rankings of various martial arts schools are already clear, so there's not much need for us to continue competing with the Wilderness Martial Arts University.
"Besides, even in a team competition with them, with a prodigy like Chen Feng, we probably wouldn't be a match for them. Once the two of us get bogged down, the other freshmen will likely be defeated very quickly," Bai Qingqing said calmly.
“I think Sister Bai is right. Look at Chen Feng, he’s still on the stage. He doesn’t look exhausted at all. Maybe he’s still hiding his strength?”
At that moment, a freshman from the Comprehensive Martial Arts University suddenly spoke up.
He Xiangdong and the other freshmen looked in the direction of the sound and saw Chen Feng standing quietly on the stage, his posture as upright as a pine tree, his face calm as water, without the slightest sign of fatigue.
The sunlight shone on him, outlining his resolute features, as if he were an unshakeable sculpture.
Chen Feng's breathing was steady and deep, each inhale and exhale appearing so natural, as if he had not just experienced a fierce battle.
His eyes were clear and firm, revealing an unparalleled confidence that captivated everyone.
"Sister Bai, I just received news that Chen Feng killed a sixth-rank vampire baron single-handedly last night. So his true strength has reached the sixth rank."
Just then, another freshman looked at his phone and, with a shocked expression, said to the freshmen around him.
Everyone found it both unbelievable and perfectly reasonable. A freshman as abnormal as Chen Feng must be a monster.
Their gazes were once again focused on Chen Feng, trying to find a flaw in him. However, Chen Feng remained standing there, like a majestic mountain, unshakable.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the next match is the team competition between the Wilderness Martial Arts University and the Comprehensive Martial Arts University. Please welcome the freshmen from both sides to the stage."
Just then, at Chen Feng's request, the referee announced the start of the team competition.
The audience began to discuss the match, anticipating a thrilling performance. However, at that moment, something unexpected happened.
He Xiangdong walked up to the referee with a pale face, his voice trembling slightly: "Teacher, after discussing it, we have decided to give up the team competition."
The news plunged the entire room into a deathly silence. Everyone stared wide-eyed at He Xiangdong in disbelief.
They couldn't understand why the Comprehensive Martial Arts University would make such a decision, which undoubtedly questioned their strength and dignity.
He Xiangdong knew that he represented the freshmen of the Comprehensive Martial Arts University at this moment, but he really had no other choice.
He reluctantly stepped forward to abstain, his heart filled with helplessness and guilt.
He understood that such a decision would bring great shame to the school, but faced with a powerful opponent, they had lost their fighting spirit.
"Since the Comprehensive Martial Arts University has forfeited the team competition, then the Wilderness Martial Arts University wins the team competition. Next up is the third-place match between the Great Xia Martial Arts University and the War God Martial Arts University." The referee was naturally happy to end the match as soon as possible and start the next one immediately.
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