Chapter 543: Naming Liu Baixin
Chapter 543: Naming Liu Baixin
In Li Changshan’s view,
even if Ling Zhan was formidable now, defeating many level 70-80 elites, at level 100, everyone gains Order and skill enhancements.
Additionally, certain class skills transform, incorporating Order’s power.
Take the classic warrior skill, “Heroic Taunt.”
Upon reaching fourth-tier at level 100, this skill gains Order’s power.
Generally,
Heroic Taunt provokes enemies, but its effect can be cleansed or dispelled.
When facing enemies with cleansing abilities, maintaining their attention becomes difficult.
However, at fourth-tier level 100,
the skill’s effect becomes an Order-level status.
Once cast, it imposes a binding enmity that must be followed.
The status is SS-level, removable only by SS-level abilities or another fourth-tier warrior’s cleanse.
This non-specialist may seem powerful now, but that’s because he hasn’t reached level 100 yet.
Currently,
every member here is above level 95. With their talent and battlefield experience, they’re only a few years away from level 100.
So…
in Li Changshan’s view,
Ling Zhan is promising, but he should prioritize those close to reaching level 100.
After all, who can guarantee this non-specialist will have numerous SS-level skills at level 100?
Of course…
these were only his thoughts.
He wasn’t foolish enough to question the Corps Commander in public.
At this moment,
other Corps Commanders were also watching Ling Zhan.
His name had been appearing on their desks frequently, demanding attention.
With this non-specialist seeking to represent the Dragon Nation, they could now witness his real strength firsthand.
“Since that’s settled, Ling Zhan, feel free to choose someone to fight.”
“If you defeat one, you’ll claim their spot.”
Li Changshan said with a smile.
“Sure.”
Ling Zhan nodded indifferently.
He then stepped onto the arena platform.
As he took his position,
everyone watched as Ling Zhan pointed calmly at Liu Baixin and said,
“I haven’t faced a third-tier shaman before, so I’ll use this opportunity to gain experience.”
“So, I choose Liu Baixin.”
Generally,
third-year students or other squad captains would address elite squad members with respect, calling them “Brother” or “Sister.”
But Ling Zhan’s blunt address was unusual.
This conveyed something…
Ling Zhan completely disregarded Liu Baixin’s elite squad status.
Perhaps, to Ling Zhan, being in the elite squad didn’t mean much.
In the end, everything would be proven through strength.
Whoa!!
Upon hearing Ling Zhan’s direct challenge to Liu Baixin, a wave of astonished murmurs swept through the spectators.
“Wow, he actually called out Liu Baixin!”
“I thought Ling Zhan might pick someone slightly weaker, but he went straight for the strongest!”
“Rumor has it that if Li Changshan is promoted to level 100 and reassigned, Liu Baixin is the likely successor, a captain candidate with serious strength.”
“I gotta say… Ling Zhan is bold. Seems fear just isn’t in his dictionary!”
“…”
Many couldn’t understand Ling Zhan’s choice.
But Ling Zhan had his reasons for picking Liu Baixin.
First…
this guy clearly didn’t like him, which was obvious since Ling Zhan’s presence had embarrassed him during their squad’s return.
Oddly enough,
even though Liu Baixin was rejected by the women he liked, he didn’t resent them but instead focused his anger on Ling Zhan.
If someone rejects you, hate them, not me!
I, Ling Zhan, did nothing except exist, and that makes me deserving of your animosity?
Taking this opportunity, Ling Zhan felt it was time to stretch his muscles.
He was also curious to learn about the third-tier shaman’s death-curse techniques.
“Oh? You’re picking me?”
Liu Baixin was initially surprised.
But soon after, he sneered coldly.
Fine!!
He’d been looking for a chance to publicly put this non-specialist in his place.
Especially with so many women watching!
Apparently, this non-specialist was popular among the regular reserve squads, even called “mentor” by some.
Liu Baixin found it laughable.
These nobodies…
they’d take any random person as their mentor.
Calling this non-specialist a mentor showed how mediocre their ambitions were.
Watching Liu Baixin’s confident stance,
“Care to bet how pathetically he’ll lose?”
Ji Wuming, standing beside Zhu Yaoguang, laughed.
Hearing this, Temulis, Xia, and Charlotte exchanged knowing smiles.
Hmm…
Based on their past experiences, Liu Baixin’s outcome might be worse than theirs.
During their own spars, instructors were present, which restrained Ling Zhan a bit.
But with even the Corps Commander declaring “no interference in this challenge,” going all-out was allowed.
Given that these opponents were level 90+, holding back wasn’t an option.
Ordinary corps soldiers typically capped at level 50-60.
Even the best veterans were around level 70.
Many never reached level 90 their entire lives.
The reserve squads are packed with level 70s and 80s only because they’re exceptional.
In a battle among level 90s, if not serious, a fight could go on for days.
Level 100 battles sometimes lasted days or even months without a victor.
“I bet he’ll get eaten alive by Gu insects!”
“Ling Zhan loves crafty sneak attacks.”
“I watched his team tournament video—he used Gu insects to torment the Holy Spirit Empire team.”
“Plus…”
“We’ve fallen prey to that tactic ourselves.”
Temulis chuckled.
At this,
they all shivered slightly.
Hmm…
memories of a particularly painful experience returned.
Absolutely dreadful!
The biting pain of those Gu insects was unforgettable.
They’d never thought a non-specialist could fight this way, using pure skill and tactics.
“I think he’s even more skilled with poison!”
Then,
Charlotte commented softly.
The others: “…”
Fine.
They had to admit, their former captain excelled in sinister techniques!
But it made sense.
After all, non-specialists rely on combining skills from various classes.
In the early stages, Ling Zhan’s skills weren’t as powerful as they are now, so he relied on creativity and tactics to win.
Nearby,
the Nine-Tailed Fox recalled a terrifying memory of Ling Zhan’s deadly punch.
That punch had sent her, a divine beast, flying back hundreds of meters, crashing through thick walls.
Her head still throbbed just thinking about it.
She often dreamed of it, waking up in terror.
“Facing a level 97 Death Curse Spirit while below level 70… that’s classic Ling Zhan.”
Saint Luni murmured, reflecting.
She could fight these elite members, but winning was a different story.
Their higher levels made a significant difference.
She might even lose quickly.
Only someone as unique as Ling Zhan dared challenge them.
No one else would even try.
“Sister, the match is about to start.”
Saint Lucy reminded her softly.
Now,
Ling Zhan and Liu Baixin were in position.
The arena staff, serving as referee, were surprised that so many, including the Corps Commander, had shown up.
“Both sides, get ready!”
“Starting in five seconds!”
“No early attacks.”
With that,
the referee announced the challenge’s start!
As the countdown began,
Liu Baixin fixed his gaze on Ling Zhan.
But as their eyes met…
Boom!!
A sudden, invisible pressure crushed down on Liu Baixin’s mind!
Huh!?
Liu Baixin’s eyes widened!
What…
Are you serious?
He hadn’t even activated his own high-level aura, yet Ling Zhan struck first with his?
And…
Liu Baixin was even more stunned…
Ling Zhan’s aura genuinely affected him!
It was like a massive mountain pressing down on him, raising goosebumps all over his body!
Boom!!
Without hesitation, Liu Baixin unleashed his own terrifying level 97 aura in retaliation!
But just as his aura burst forth…
Beep! Beep!!
The warning system sounded piercingly.
【Warning!】
【Warning!】
【Competitor Liu Baixin, no unauthorized early attacks!】
Hearing this electronic alert…
Liu Baixin’s face turned sour!
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