For two consecutive days, Qin Shou did not attend classes, staying home to train and study the monster synthesis formulas.
Until this morning, Yu Shusheng informed him to come to the West City Wall Corner to officially begin the Three Schools Trial.
Before long, Qin Shou rushed to the wall’s base, where the three principals and fourteen students participating in the trial were already present.
Among the crowd, Fang Bao was also there, showing Qin Shou a slightly malicious smile.
Beside Fang Bao were the three teenagers who had been chased by Radon.
The three naturally didn’t look pleased when they saw Qin Shou approaching.
Among the five students from the Beast Ability System, Lin Xiaomei gave Qin Shou a slight nod.
Qin Shou nodded back and then went to stand beside the four from the Breeding Beast System.
Seeing everyone was present, Yu Shusheng slightly nodded and said, "Everyone’s here, now I’ll announce the trial rules."
Upon hearing this, the faces of the fifteen students turned solemn.
"Ahem, this is the first Three Schools Trial in West City in decades, aiming to select the most outstanding student to represent West City.
The first place winner will receive generous rewards, and as the most outstanding student, will represent West City in the Dragon Island Competition, fighting for a spot on Dragon Island for us." Follow current ɴᴏᴠᴇʟs on ⓝovelFire.net
Yu Shusheng paused slightly as he spoke.
As expected, the students all wore expressions of shock, whispering amongst themselves.
"That’s great, West City is finally getting into the Dragon Island Competition."
"Indeed, getting a place in the Dragon Island Competition is a great achievement!"
"But I’ve heard the Dragon Island Competition is extremely brutal, with a very high casualty rate, we..."
"No, not ’we’, it’s ’me’. Only the first from the Three Schools can represent West City, you can’t do it."
"Hah, who knows who will win in the end?"
"Oh, you’re using idioms now? Not bad..."
While everyone was full of discussion, Qin Shou was stroking his chin, deep in thought.
Of course, he had heard of the Dragon Island Competition.
On Dragon Island, Dragon Beasts run wild; a careless move and one could be devoured.
Over the years, countless students have died on Dragon Island.
But for those who manage to survive, the rewards are incredibly rich.
Dragon Beast Gene, Dragon Beast corpses, and Earth Core Energy Crystals prized by the Dragon Beasts...
And cities that earn placements get to settle on Dragon Island for resource development.
However, resources are limited, and unchecked, exploiting them like killing the goose that laid the golden egg does no good for the Federation.
Thus, the Federation set up the Dragon Island Competition rules.
To win resources, nurture excellent heirs to compete on Dragon Island.
Only outstanding heirs can lead their cities to a bright future.
If they aren’t outstanding enough, they most likely die on Dragon Island, becoming stepping stones for others.
This era’s cruelty far exceeds the imagination of ordinary people.
A comparison to Qin Shou’s recent experiences is mere child’s play, nowhere near the grand stage.
Yet, here West City dares to let this generation’s students join the Dragon Island Competition, a testament to their commitment.
Looking at these youths beside him, they all long to join the Dragon Island Competition.
They are West City’s elite students, naturally not content with an ordinary life.
Not knowing the cruel world awaiting them.
No, they won’t have the chance, because I, Qin Shou, will save them.
Why? Because I’m so kind, so loyal, so considerate of the big picture, so...
Alright, I can’t think of anything else.
Moments later, seeing the discussions were settling, Yu Shusheng continued.
"Students, this trial tests your survival skills in the wild.
So, from West City to Luoyun City, you may only rely on Mecha, Battle Armor, Breeding Beasts, and Beast Power Genes. You are not allowed to use Warplanes, War Cars, Space Transmission Array, or other aids.
The first to reach Luoyun City will be the first place winner of this Three Schools Trial.
Note that you may act independently or team up for mutual support.
However, remember, there can only be one first place."
Yu Shusheng’s words were intended to make everyone fight on their own, using any means except cheating if necessary.
The students seemed to catch the implication, instinctively distancing themselves from those around them.
Nevertheless, their final gazes rested on Qin Shou.
As strong competitors, they had naturally done their research on Qin Shou.
This trial’s rules seemed tailor-made for this man known as Kai Jushou.
Who in the world is a better match than them?
Yu Shusheng noticed this and gave Qin Shou a look that said ’good luck’.
"Alright, the trial officially begins in three minutes. You may start getting ready."
With that, everyone began their preparations.
Fang Bao was the first to bring out a ten-meter-high, black and white Saber-toothed Tiger Mecha.
Not only was the Tiger-shaped Mecha heavily armored, but its entire body was also covered with cannons, looking quite mighty and imposing.
Seeing this, Qin Shou raised an eyebrow. This guy had changed his equipment, so who knows if he might make a little profit from this.
Mechanical Department students each took out their mecha, Breeding Beast System students released their Breeding Beasts, while Beast Ability System students activated their Battle Armor, leveraging their Beast Power Genes.
In overall strength, the Breeding Beast System and Beast Ability System were slightly weaker than the Mechanical Department.
After all, Mechanical Department students needed only to spend money to obtain Beast Power Genes and Breeding Beasts.
However, for Beast Ability and Breeding Beast System students, even if they had money, they were at a disadvantage without systematic training in mecha operation.
At this time, Lin Xiaomei, donned in a bright red Battle Armor, discreetly sent a message to Qin Shou.
[Be careful, they might all target you.]
Qin Shou glanced at the message, giving Lin Xiaomei a confident smile.
You’re wrong, it’s not they targeting me, but me targeting all of them!
[Find an opportunity to join them. If you encounter danger, you can solicit business for our Dragon Capturing Team. I’ll add an extra commission for you!]
Qin Shou, your effort to earn money really makes me want to punch you.
Meanwhile, seeing the time was about right, Yu Shusheng, Zuo Dahong, and Qiao Jianshan exchanged a glance.
Just as Yu Shusheng’s words fell, Fang Bao activated his mecha. The Saber-toothed Tiger Mecha’s sides suddenly sprayed energy, vaulting over the city wall and disappearing from view.
Seeing this, the others rapidly piloted their mechas, Breeding Beasts, or Battle Armor to vanish below the city wall.
Only Qin Shou leisurely released the greedy snake, leaping onto its dragonhead.
"Goodbye, Principal!"
Qin Shou waved, and the greedy snake leapt away, disappearing from Yu Shusheng’s sight.
"Old Yu, this kid’s not bad, very polite," Zuo Dahong laughed.
Yu Shusheng’s cheek twitched, "Old Zuo, that kid is not a good person."
"No way? He seemed polite, much better than those who don’t even greet."
"Haha, ever heard of the infamous Dragon Capturing Team from a few days ago?"
"I think so, many went bankrupt because of it... No way, could it be that kid?"