Chapter 540: Challenge Accepted
Chapter 540: Challenge Accepted
“So it’s happening.”
“Changshan, you know about the recent events stirred up by the Demon Arrival Organization.”
“In half a month, there’ll be a deathmatch with the evil organizations on the Isle of the Underworld.”
“They’re specifically calling out anyone below fourth-tier level 100, and as elites of the Dragon Nation, naturally, you’ll be participating.”
“Each nation has five spots, and we’re allotted the same.”
“However, Ling Zhan wants to apply to join. If there’s anyone in your squad who’s less suitable, you can replace them.”
General Li said calmly.
This was likely the most preferential statement he’d made for Ling Zhan.
Of course…
he was only saying this because he was aware of Ling Zhan’s strength.
“Sorry, General Li, but I believe Ling Zhan’s strength isn’t quite up to par with our elite squad members, right?”
“I’ve heard about him—he’s achieved two major accomplishments since arriving here, but compared to the elite members in our group, he’s still a bit lacking.”
“So I don’t think I’d want to make a switch.”
Li Changshan replied straightforwardly.
He bore no grudge against Ling Zhan.
He was simply being honest.
“Alright then, as it happens...”
“What Ling Zhan submitted isn’t a simple application, but a challenge letter to your Fourth Squad. Take a look.”
General Li smiled, placing the paper in front of Li Changshan.
Li Changshan picked it up quickly…
Well, well!
It really was a challenge letter!!
This kid is really bold!
“You can’t exactly turn down this challenge, right?”
General Li laughed.
Li Changshan paused slightly.
Refusing was out of the question!
Good grief!
This challenge letter from the non-specialist targeted the entire Fourth Squad!
And the content was blunt and straightforward.
Just a few simple lines.
I want to join the deathmatch.
If you disagree, consider this a challenge to the Fourth Squad.
If I win, I join. If I lose, I’ll resign from my position as captain.
Three sentences.
Yet it perfectly conveyed Ling Zhan’s calm determination.
“We old-timers won’t interfere in this matter. If you accept, you can host it tomorrow in the Hundred Ghosts Arena.”
General Li sipped his tea with a smile.
Li Changshan nodded, “Of course, I accept. It’s a good chance to teach this non-specialist a lesson!”
“Let him understand that two accomplishments don’t make him unbeatable!”
Li Changshan held no grudge.
“In that case, let the competition for the spot commence tomorrow.”
“Make sure to send your strongest, especially Liu Baixin.”
General Li pointedly added.
Li Changshan nodded in agreement.
He also spread the word that tomorrow, the non-specialist Ling Zhan would challenge them in the Hundred Ghosts Arena!
Whoa!
As expected,
both the Dragon Nation reserves and those from other nations were stunned when they heard the news.
“I knew it! Captain Ling would definitely make a move—he’s set on joining the deathmatch!”
“But it sounds tough; those guys are all level 95 and above. They’d crush me…”
“They’d only crush you, not Captain Ling.”
“Perfect! Yesterday didn’t bring any intense battles, but tomorrow should make up for it.”
“Right… who are you rooting for?”
“Captain Ling, obviously! I think he has the strength for it.”
“...”
For squads from other nations,
this was also an exciting event.
Gojo Rin—Gojo Momoka’s sister—was surprised by the news at first, but then laughed aloud.
Gojo Momoka also smiled.
“Mark my words, Ling Zhan will definitely win, and those Demon Arrival folks are in for bad luck.”
“The ultimate victor of the deathmatch will undoubtedly be Ling Zhan.”
Gojo Rin asked, “Sister, you have that much faith in him?”
“It’s not about faith; it’s simply a fact. The fact is that Ling Zhan is definitely stronger than them.”
Gojo Rin didn’t respond.
She recalled their last encounter when he’d given her a serious warning.
She had been utterly shocked at the time.
A non-specialist had defeated her in seconds!
Now, it seemed history was repeating itself.
“Sister, did you notice that even Norton didn’t dare to mess with me after he returned?”
“He’s completely intimidated.”
“The reason he’s scared is all because of Ling Zhan. Norton got psychologically scarred by Ling Zhan in the Beast Battle Tournament!”
“Even though he’s much stronger now, he still doesn’t dare to retaliate against me, worried it might draw Ling Zhan’s attention.”
“If that happens, he’d be in trouble.”
Gojo Momoka grinned.
“Apparently, someone’s opening a betting pool tomorrow, betting with merit points.”
Gojo Rin said, “Seeing how confident you are, should I go all in on Ling Zhan?”
“Of course.”
Gojo Momoka nodded, “Trust me, you won’t lose by betting on him!”
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Early the next morning.
Ling Zhan slowly rose and checked his phone.
A challenge acceptance message popped up.
“See you at noon in the Hundred Ghosts Arena.”
Ling Zhan showed no reaction to this and resumed his daily physical training.
After finishing his training and breakfast,
he went to the Merit Hall to inquire about the enchantment and forging areas.
After getting the location, he started heading there.
He planned to have his Thousand Mechanisms Ring and Unrivaled Magic Armor enchanted and forged.
He’d focus on enhancing the enchantment attributes.
As for forging, it was time to upgrade the quality of the Thousand Mechanisms Ring.
Currently, it was still a low-grade spiritual weapon.
He hadn’t had the opportunity or materials to forge an upgrade, but now he did.
With the merit points, he’d also acquired some S-grade materials, including a rare SS-grade one.
This was the perfect chance to forge and boost the ring’s attributes.
After all, against opponents wielding high-grade spiritual or semi-sacred weapons, he’d be at a disadvantage otherwise.
While Ling Zhan was confident, he saw no reason for his equipment to lag behind.
At the Enchantment and Forging Hall, it was bustling with people.
As soon as Ling Zhan entered…
Whoosh!!
Sure enough…
countless people immediately focused their attention on him!
Adventurers from various mercenary guilds were no exception!
Recently, Ling Zhan’s fame had become overwhelming!
It was impossible not to recognize him!
Especially after that plains battle…
the Contract Legion’s performance was nothing short of legendary!
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