Chapter 86: Second Kill! Incredible Gap, the Benefits of Being First!
They all had different expressions as they looked at Li Ming closely, all with curiosity and inquiry, while the freshmen gathered around were talking about him.
"Hey, there's going to be a good show to watch. They're all young masters from southern Beijing. They must be unhappy to be stepped on by such an outsider."
"Do you think they're all as stupid as you? Professor Wu clearly wants to take him in as a student, and they have no previous grudges against each other, so why is he targeting this guy? We might even be friends in the future."
“…”
The other professors present all breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Professor Wu did not take first place directly.
Rosser's features were sharp and his expression was calm. "Professor Wu, I have no intention of offending you, and I have no intention of targeting you, Li Ming."
"It's just that the first place was taken away so inexplicably, and we are always unwilling to accept it."
Qi Xing added, "It wouldn't be fair to challenge him one by one, so let's just have the strongest among us, well...almost the strongest, take action."
"It's okay, it should be so." Li Ming nodded, without any other feeling.
He spoke only to cooperate with Professor Wu, and the other party was only fighting for his own interests.
Both sides were very polite.
Professor Wu looked calm, which was within his expectations.
Dean Chen smiled slightly. "It's been a while since I've encountered such an interesting assessment situation. Logically speaking, Rosser's development progress far exceeds Li Ming's. This is an unfair battle."
"However, since we want to compete for first place, there is nothing we can do about it."
"Classmates, do you have any other opinions?"
Dean Chen's voice covered the entire area, and the noisy sounds instantly quieted down. No one spoke for a long time.
Perhaps most students do not have very well-informed channels of information, but they also understand that this is a competition that has basically nothing to do with them, and they just need to watch the fun.
"In that case, the regular assessment process will be suspended, and we will conduct a practical challenge between the two of them first. I think this is what everyone is concerned about now." Dean Chen smiled and looked around.
Whether they were freshmen in the area or outside the area, the media reporters and seniors who were watching the fun all stretched their necks at this moment.
“This class is really strong…”
"Someone's already live streaming on Starnet. I have to get those kids from the dorm over to watch it."
“…”
Dean Chen asked the nearby city guards to clear a large area, then waved his hand, and the suspended platform in the air fell down. The mechanical structure unfolded in mid-air, and the metal plates were quickly spliced together.
Boom - when it landed on the ground, it had turned into a big arena, stirring up gusts of wind.
The four-legged pillars of the arena flickered with light, then shot towards the sky, quickly outlining a huge projection sky curtain.
Professor Bai added, "Wu Yanqing, don't try to take advantage of this. It doesn't mean that if Li Ming loses, he will be second, and it doesn't mean that if Rosser wins, he will be first."
It was obvious that Li Ming had no chance of defeating Rosser, but he also couldn't let Wu get second place for nothing.
"Of course..." Dean Chen nodded: "Even if Rosser wins, we must continue the assessment as normal."
"If Li Ming wins..." He paused. Although he felt it was unlikely, he continued, "If no one challenges him, he will be number one."
"A temporary victory or defeat doesn't mean anything. You all understand that it's only a matter of time before Li Ming catches up with Rosser." Professor Wu glanced at the group and said, "It's better to give him the precious customized gene seed."
"Nonsense," Professor Bai scoffed. "Development potential is just a data assessment. Many factors influence how far it can evolve."
"Even if you're not number one, you should have no problem getting into the special training class," Professor Wu said casually.
Professor Bai frowned and immediately understood that this was Professor Wu's purpose.
"With the eighth-level development potential, even if the ranking is not high, it is indeed no problem to be specially recruited." Dean Chen added at this moment.
Professor Bai hesitated to speak, glanced at Li Ming on the stage, and ultimately said nothing.
While the professors were on the verge of a fight, Li Ming and Rosser had already stepped onto the ring. They had changed into looser training clothes.
They are not allowed to wear combat uniforms and use other weapons and equipment. After all, it is not a life-and-death fight, but a test of actual combat skills.
"This is an unfair battle, Li Ming. I believe that with the same development progress, you are no worse than me." Rosser's face was stern and expressionless. "After today's defeat, if you are dissatisfied, you can come to me at any time."
"This is indeed an unfair battle." Li Ming agreed deeply.
"This guy is quite intelligent. I noticed it just now. From the moment Rosser showed up until now, he hasn't shown any expression of displeasure." Qi Xing said nonchalantly, "Zhao Jingang, guess how long it will take for this battle to end?"
"Rosser's gene seed development progress is over 90%, and his core ability [Absolute Shadow Aurora] has also been mastered to perfection. If there is no room for improvement, it will take less than a second." Zhao Jingang speculated:
"However, if we consider Professor Wu's reputation, it should be delayed for a few seconds."
As soon as he finished speaking, a gleam of light seemed to flash in his eyes. With a crackling sound, Li Ming on the ring swelled up as if he were blown up. His clothes were stretched tight, his muscles became distorted, and his veins bulged.
"Hmm? Violent Bear?" Qi Xing's nonchalant expression turned serious, and he frowned. "The Purple Lightning Bear is a combat skill that can only be learned when the development progress exceeds 60%. It stimulates the body through bioelectric currents, greatly enhancing physical strength."
"According to City Guard internal data, the last recorded development progress was only 22%."
"In just over a month, the development progress has exceeded 60%. Is the potential for level eight development really that terrifying?"
The other people around him also put away their contempt. Although they didn't say it, they subconsciously felt that there was a certain gap between Li Ming and them.
But they didn't expect that the gap between them was already visible to the naked eye. It could even be said that if they had more practical experience, they would be able to make up for this gap in a real life-and-death fight.
Rosser's expression was slightly tense, and he sensed a dangerous aura from Li Ming.
Qi Xing's information is wrong, but it's a good thing this way, as it allows me to be more flexible.
Rosser took a deep breath, and then his eyes suddenly burst into golden light, and golden lines appeared on the skin around his eye sockets, and his life breath rose.
【Absolute Shadow Aurora】, the core ability of his gene seed, can not only greatly enhance the strength of the body, but also attach unconventional elemental power, with considerable lethality.
Neither of them disturbed the other's transformation. After all, it was not a life-and-death fight, and there were so many people watching.
"Are you ready?" Rosser kindly asked before the fight started.
At the moment Li Ming nodded, a cloud of mist exploded around Rosser, and golden light like a shadow left tassels in the air. The speed was so fast that it was invisible to the naked eye, and it quickly approached Li Ming.
Everyone around held their breath, ready to witness this special battle.
Li Ming could barely see Rosser's figure. All his strength burst out, he clenched his palm into a fist, and punched Rosser without reservation.
Rosser felt relieved. Li Ming's attack was disorganized. After all, he came from a poor family and had no one to teach him the moves. The city guards' combat skills were not up to par.
He simply raised his arms, and golden light surged, attaching to the surface of his skin, forming a mimicry similar to armor, ready to fight head-on.
"This strike should be... huh!?"
The moment his fists and arms connected, Rosser's face changed drastically, and the golden armor attached to his arm shattered in an instant. Then, an unparalleled force fell on his arm.
Snap!
Bones and tendons were broken, but the fist as heavy as iron and lead continued to move forward, wrapping around Rosser's already soft and weak arm and smashing further into his chest.
Bang!
He flew backwards and hit the metal railing at the edge of the ring with a dull thud.
Rosser's eyes were dazed, and he felt severe pain all over his body. He raised his head and looked at the huge projection screen in the sky, and happened to look at himself in the screen.
An indescribable sense of absurdity arose spontaneously - I was killed instantly?
Below the ring, Qi Xing was speechless, staring at Rosser lying on the ground in amazement.
Zhao Jingang looked solemn.
Even though he had just seen the golden beam of light falling from the sky, he was not that surprised. He knew very well how powerful Rosser was.
Although he and others seemed nonchalant on the surface, they had actually tried their best to catch up, but were still a little bit behind.
Nuo Xing stared blankly. There was silence all around. In the square with thousands of people, one could hear a pin drop. Then there was a commotion.
“Then…then…”
"How is it possible? Rosser was killed instantly, without even taking a single blow."
"How can the gap be so big?"
A considerable number of freshmen came from other planets and were unfamiliar with Rosser before, but in the past one or two months, they have paid close attention to the opening examinations and naturally understand the value of being recognized as the first.
But, he was killed in an instant?
For those students who were originally from the capital planet, this shock was no less than a bolt from the blue, and it even gave rise to an incredible speculation -
"Isn't it possible that Rosser has reached some kind of agreement with Professor Wu to use himself to fulfill Li Ming's wish?"
"You wouldn't come to that conclusion even with your ass, you idiot!"
Professor Bai was even more astonished. In his mind, there was no thought that Rosser had failed, let alone such a clean and quick kill.
The gap between the two is indeed huge, but the result is completely the opposite.
Professor Wu's expression changed, and he finally laughed out loud: "Okay, okay!"
Dean Chen's brows furrowed slightly, then relaxed, and he smiled faintly, "If Professor Wu doesn't take action, it's fine, but once he does, it's beyond the comprehension of ordinary people."
Li Ming walked towards Rosser, his body shrinking at the same time, with the regular blessing of [Violent Bear] + [Charged Attack] + [Armored Four Arms].
This attack, with a five-fold explosion, directly stunned Rosser.
Rosser's combat status should also have reached the D-level, but the increase is not as terrifying as Li Ming's.
"Sorry, I couldn't hold it." Li Ming stretched out his hand. Rosser was defeated. It was impossible to play counter-kill in this kind of battle. Everyone could see it clearly.
Rosser's expression changed. He clasped his hands and, with the help of Li Ming's strength, stood up. He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, his right arm drooping as he shook his head and said, "I underestimated you."
He rolled off the ring and the crowd made way for him.
Li Ming stood on the stage, looked around, and asked calmly, "Is there anyone else who is dissatisfied?"
"Ha..." Qi Xing laughed, shook his head, and responded, "Brother, it's already like this, who dares to disobey? You can take the first place."
There was a burst of laughter all around. Most people had no opinions and were just happy to watch the fun.
"Since no one has any objection, the first place in this session will be Li Ming." Dean Chen landed on the stage and announced.
"Okay, the excitement is over, and it's time to continue the assessment. Although we've lost the first place, there's still a fight for the second place." Dean Chen raised his hand to signal, and the arena under his feet was folded up, carrying many professors including Li Ming to the high platform.
"Don't be nervous. We need to examine your development potential in more detail."
Dean Chen said warmly, while Li Ming hesitated.
In order to launch a burst attack, I have just changed the items I control. If I test the development potential now, it will definitely not be as good as before.
"There's no need for that." Old Wu said, refusing directly.
Professor Bai and the others looked at Wu Yanqing and were suddenly shocked. They suddenly realized that this large-scale biological detector could only detect up to level eight due to errors.
But this is not necessarily Li Ming’s limit, it may even be higher, but... is this possible?
Without giving the dean a chance to speak, Professor Wu continued, "Remember, you need one tube of EF-level gene refining potion each, ten tubes of development potion of the corresponding level each month, thirty tubes of nutrient solution of the corresponding level, one set of combat armor, and one custom weapon."
"Remember to transfer the one million scholarship to his account."
Li Ming raised his eyebrows slightly. There are these benefits? He didn't seem to have noticed them before.
It seems that there will be no shortage of developed medicines, nutrient solutions and the like in the future.
But what is that gene refining potion? How come I've never heard of it?
Every time he said something, the other professors' eyelids twitched.
"And the customized gene seed. His F-level gene seed is the Jing Lei Bao, and his E-level gene seed is the Zi Dian Bear. Report the information." Professor Wu quickly finalized everything.
Dean Chen looked at Li Ming thoughtfully, "Everything is there, don't worry."
"He's enrolled through a special channel and needs to choose a minor. Has he decided on a minor?"
"Dean, I want to choose advanced mechanical manufacturing and assembly." Li Ming already had this idea.
"Mechanical manufacturing?" His answer surprised the professors, but Professor Wu didn't care much.
"Are you sure that this subject is time-consuming and laborious, and will most likely be a waste of time in the end?" Dean Chen asked.
"Um."
Seeing that Li Ming was not acting on a whim, Dean Chen stopped talking.
Professor Wu seemed impatient. "Are you done asking questions? Let's go back to the lab first. We have something else to do."
"Professor Wu, the assessment isn't over yet." Dean Chen shook his head.
"First place is already decided, what's the point of staying?"
Dean Chen emphasized again, his expression unremarkable: "Professor Wu, since you're here, please finish your review before leaving."
No wonder Old Wu is not welcome. He left halfway through the show, clearly showing his disrespect for others.
It’s not that Old Wu is unaware of this, he’s just too lazy to care.
"Teacher, wait until it's over, it won't take too long." Li Ming advised, where there are people, there are rivers and lakes, there are also many factions in this school, Old Wu is the boss, but he is not.
The other professors looked at him in surprise. Old Wu frowned slightly and said impatiently, "Then finish reading it."
Their eyes looked even weirder.
They had seen how Professor Wu behaved in front of other students, but in front of him, they dared not even breathe.
This kid was actually able to persuade others, could he be Wu Yanqing's illegitimate son?
No day to come out
(End of this chapter)
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