Chapter 31 It Seems She's Still Calm

Hilliian was still calm, and smiled, "Let's see if there are any more surprises later. One ant isn't enough to fight."

Casually sensing a gaze, Hilliian tilted his head and glanced over. It was Chao Qinglong. Their eyes met briefly before he looked away. This was also an old friend he wanted to meet, hoping to see him before the Tianjing competition. Beside Chao Qinglong, there was another extremely provocative gaze fixed on Hilliian. Ye Tong really wanted to teach this smirking guy a lesson.

This girl is missing her brother and needs a little discipline, Hilliian thought, smiling back, completely unconcerned.

Back in the tactical room, Cheng Konghai received the warmest welcome. Everyone knew that Cheng Konghai was very strong, second only to Li Hao. But he usually lacked presence and had a good temper, being very polite to everyone. He seemed like the kind of person who wouldn't fight back or retaliate verbally.

"Not bad, Ant. I was worried. Looks like you've fully recovered. You have my style!" Huo Ying was also very happy. In a way, Cheng Konghai was inheriting his glory.

"It's all thanks to Second Brother's help!" Cheng Konghai said truthfully. He had nothing to offer Li Hao except his life.

"Even if you flatter me, I won't share more of the bonus," Li Hao said. "Have they announced their second player yet?"

"It's Galina!" Wu Zang said. "Brother Hao, let me go."

Li Hao smiled and shook his head. "Let the class monitor go this round. We've been preparing for so long, let's give them a surprise."

"Me?" Zhou Naiyi was also stunned. "Wouldn't Wu Zang be better, more certain?"

"Galina's personality is inherently impatient. He's definitely expecting Wu Zang. But if you go, he'll definitely be mentally unstable. Class monitor is good at spotting loopholes. I think the class monitor can do it," Li Hao said with confidence.

In an instant, Zhou Naiyi understood. Future opponents would only be more difficult. From a technical style perspective, this was indeed the best touchstone. Her new combat skills needed practical testing.

Li Hao dared to gamble, so what did she have to fear? Cheng Konghai had secured a crucial point. Li Hao was definitely confident himself. At most, it would come down to a team fight. This was a rare opportunity!

The second match-up was confirmed: Eternal Team - Karl Galina.

Tianjing Mech Warrior - Zhou Naiyi.

Galina had been preparing for a long time. He had been studying Wu Zang's techniques. After his embarrassing defeat in the exchange match, he hadn't gotten another chance to fight. He had been told to create an impression of underestimation, which he had perfectly achieved, but he was frustrated and wanted to crush Wu Zang. To humiliate him in the S-competition would be ideal.

Zhou Naiyi, what was that?

Had Tianjing Mech Warrior gone crazy? Were they not taking him seriously? Did they think they could send him off with a Zhou Naiyi?

Having won a championship, one's temper naturally grew, and one became more concerned with face. And he certainly didn't see it that way.

Galina was genuinely angry. Cheng Konghai was one thing, but Wu Zang was supposed to be the remaining strong point of Tianjing Mech Warrior. Wasn't it natural for him to fight Galina? What was the meaning of sending up some scrub?

Did they think Wu Zhanlei and Bei Yofu were more important than him? Did Li Hao think so too?

Impatient people were often vain and extremely sensitive. However, he forced himself to calm down. Even if the opponent underestimated him, he would still crush Zhou Naiyi, first secure this round to reverse the situation, and then find an opportunity to settle the score with Wu Zang. That was what he was thinking.

Damn it, a bunch of cowards.

He was just about to leave when Fan Liweit stopped him. "Galina, don't be careless. Orffy has been staying at Tianjing Mech Warrior these past few days as a sparring partner. Be careful. They might be targeting you."

Galina was stunned and nodded, but his face turned ashen when he turned around. What did that mean? Were they using him as a whetstone???

When had he fallen to this level?

Both players entered the preparation room. Everyone was full of anticipation. Li Hao didn't seem to care, instead pulling Zuo Xiaotang aside and chattering away.

"What???" Zuo Xiaotang was stunned. "Brother Hao, are you crazy!"

Li Hao looked innocent. "I was impulsive. I regret it too. I should have just bet on a win. I was just thinking about the odds, can we get it back?"

Zuo Xiaotang's flesh trembled uncontrollably. Wasn't this... a sin? The money that went into the pockets of the gambling company... selling them both wouldn't be enough.

"What do you want?"

"Round six is up to you. If you win, we're safe. If you lose, we might have to go mining together to pay it back. Selling our organs probably wouldn't be enough either," Li Hao said, sizing up Zuo Xiaotang's build.

Zuo Xiaotang quickly covered his chest. "Why me?"

"I'll dig, you carry. We're brothers for life. You wouldn't abandon me, would you?"

"Um, um... I'll try?" Zuo Xiaotang felt that winning a round was better than mining. There was a heavy equipment and a sniper left. They didn't have the same style. He had a chance.

Slap.

Li Hao slapped Zuo Xiaotang heavily on the shoulder. "Brother, my future depends on you!"

Zuo Xiaotang slumped into a chair, clutching his head, feeling immense pressure.

"They're not sending up Wu Zang. Mu Jiang is playing with fire again. But can he control it?" Huo Nan said, puzzled. If he had ten thousand choices, he would have sent Wu Zang.

"This move is very risky, but I think Puppet God must have his reasons," Kuangwu Daren shook his head. Actually, he had an idea in his mind, but he thought it was too bold. Was he using the actual battle to train troops? But on second thought, he probably could do it.

Li Hao was still comforting Zuo Xiaotang, saying that he could be responsible for digging while Zuo Xiaotang was responsible for pushing the cart, but it seemed that Brother Zuo was still very sad. He didn't want to go mining. He didn't even have a girlfriend yet.

Both players entered the battle room, testing their equipment. Zhou Naiyi took a deep breath, feeling the earth-shattering shouts and cheers outside. She was now in the quarter-final competition. She was on the stage. At this time last year, she could only stand under the stage and watch the warriors enviously. People like Galina were out of her reach.

Go all out and have no regrets!

Galina was equally speechless. People like this last year were not worthy to stand in front of him. They had to stand in the back for a photo. Now he was a sparring partner?

Fan Liweit's reminder was well-intentioned, but he overlooked that Galina was not as good as him, but equally proud. Such a direct reminder would only stimulate Galina's mentality.

Battle scenario - Kepler Jungle.

Galina chose Thunderfire Zeus.

Thunderfire Zeus, NUP, medium-sized mech.

Thunderfire four-wheel drive nuclear fission system, Thunderfire mimicry system, K23 Thunderblade, titanium shield.

Laser eye, retractable shoulder missile system, Thunderfire laser gun.

Zhou Naiyi chose Radiant Shadow Athena.

Light mech, super series, NUP.

Dual-engine nuclear fission drive, Shield of Victory defense system, short burst laser gun, K23 Oathkeeper Sword.

The battle began, and two mobile suits landed in Kepler Jungle. The Tianjing Mech Warrior fans immediately stood up nervously. The victory in the first round was in the past. Facing the defending champion, one couldn't be too careful.

Zhou Naiyi was the same. The Radiant Shadow fighter was fully focused. The camera showed that her expression was very serious, while Galina on the other side was much more relaxed, serious in his relaxation, in his best state.

Wild Gale Zero was just a mech he used for training. Thunderfire was his forte. The performance of the mech was on another level, allowing him to better exert his strength.

The engines roared, and two mobile suits advanced simultaneously. The Radiant Shadow's short burst laser roared. The Thunderfire fighter easily evaded, using the titanium shield from time to time to block. The laser eye counterattacked, responding to the opponent. The K23 Thunderblade was already in hand. On the other side, the Radiant Shadow fighter's Oathkeeper Sword popped out.

Clang clang clang clang

The two mobile suits instantly crossed. Zhou Naiyi maintained a probing stance. Of course, she didn't dare to go all-in. Galina also grasped the opponent's caution. How should he put it? This was the difference in skill. He could completely grasp the opponent's techniques and mentality, just like an adult facing an elementary school student, their little thoughts were completely visible.

Boom.

The Thunderblade accurately blocked, and the power of Thunder Shock directly shook open the Oathkeeper Sword. With a spinning kick, the Radiant Shadow fighter quickly dodged. In terms of agility, the Radiant Shadow still had an advantage. However, in the next second, the Thunderfire fighter had already advanced, closing the distance, step, step, step...

A high-speed triple kick directly smashed into the face. The Radiant Shadow fighter raised the titanium shield to withstand it, and the body trembled violently, continuing to try to create distance. Galina wouldn't give her this opportunity. With one step, he stepped in, and the timing and angle were just right. The Thunderblade slashed down, and the Oathkeeper Sword blocked, but in the next second, a huge force came, and the Radiant Shadow fighter was directly kicked. Immediately afterward, the engine roared, and the Thunderfire fighter's sweeping leg kicked over.

The Radiant Shadow fighter blocked with its left-hand shield, while the Oathkeeper Sword resisted the Thunderblade that was cutting over from below.

Hundred Martial Arts Biaxial Flow - Hidden Blade in Sleeve!

The leg was a feint, and the full-strength strike was the heart-piercing blade! With a bang, the Oathkeeper Sword almost came loose, and the Radiant Shadow fighter was knocked back. The Thunderfire fighter didn't stop after landing, instantly bouncing up, sweeping 180 degrees!

Boom.

The Radiant Shadow fighter was kicked away, flying more than thirty meters, but Zhou Naiyi stabilized her momentum.

Galina didn't pursue. This girl had some skills, using the force to retreat and minimize the impact. Of course, it was also due to the performance characteristics of the Radiant Shadow fighter, which did have this agility.

It had to be said that those who could be on the S-competition still had some skill.

"Zhou Naiyi's level is a bit behind," Yan Peng said worriedly.

"This is just the beginning. I think she's good, a bit like Orffy, but her fighting style is too conservative," De Puya curled his lips. She lacked a bit of aggressiveness, but her light mech skills were completely acceptable.

In battle, it's not true that whoever is attacking has the advantage.

"She's missing that trigger," Orffy nodded.

"Rookie wall?" Yan Peng was stunned.

"Something like that. From the growth of power to the realization of power, a process of self-awareness is needed, and no one can help with that. It requires transformation in a key game," Orffy said.

Everyone understood this, a process that everyone had to go through, recognizing the opponent, recognizing oneself, the true self born from the integration of essence, energy, and spirit.

It had to be a critical battle. The characteristic of human beings was that they needed it, of course, there were many who did not break through this window paper and fell from then on. Robbie was another kind of freak in this regard. His talent was not the top, but he constantly sought stimulation, sought breakthroughs, and was full of passion, constantly recognizing and improving himself, and achieved the current Mad Lion Robbie.