We agreed on mecha battles, but you're relying on your life force to become a god?

As the referee's announcement echoed through the night sky, an eerie silence descended upon the viewing pavilion.

After a brief moment of surprise and whispering among themselves, the senior officers from the three major military regions of the East, South, and North all shook their heads with regret and rose to leave their seats one after another.

It's impossible not to feel regret.

Wang Xing's combat skills tonight were simply those of a killing machine born for the battlefield. If he hadn't signed the contract yet, these three military regions would have fought tooth and nail to get their hands on this gem, even if it meant going through fire and nail to get their approval.

Unfortunately, the Western Theater Command's "S-level early enlistment" contract has locked up the military's ownership. There are disciplinary red lines between military regions, so they can only look on with envy, unable to even lift a finger.

The military personnel left.

But the real big fish in the hall are only now beginning to show their fangs.

None of the admissions representatives from the four top mecha universities made a move.

"Brother Xuanzhou, your Shanghai Mecha University has scouted out quite a few promising talents over the years. This year, shouldn't it be our Dragon City's turn to produce a prodigy who breaks through under immense pressure?"

The speaker was a burly, middle-aged man with a buzz cut, Zhao Gang, the director of the Practical Combat Department at Longcheng Mecha University.

He stared intently at Wang Xing on the big screen, making no attempt to hide the greed in his eyes.

"Director Zhao's statement is unprofessional."

On the other side, the female professor from Pengcheng Mecha University said in a nonchalant tone: "This kind of combat intelligence is clearly more suitable for our Pengcheng's high-precision tactical system. Don't waste their talent with your Longcheng's 'suicide squad' style of fighting."

Although the representative from Jinling Mecha University remained silent, he quietly straightened his collar, his cold gaze already fixed on the passage ahead.

Associate Professor Chen Xuanzhou, who was being targeted, was not annoyed at all.

He leisurely tucked the folding holographic panel into his pocket, glanced at Wang Yangming beside him, and a sly smile played on his lips: "Fellow colleagues, when it comes to admissions, it's all about mutual consent. Senior Wang Xing is under my wing, so he's practically a Shanghai native. Let's go to the council hall and meet our future pillars of the nation."

Having said that, ignoring the cold stares of the other three, Chen Xuanzhou took the lead and strode outside.

The battle for a spot among the four mecha universities has already begun to brew from this moment on.

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Rongcheng Sports Center, Room Zero, the highest-level meeting room in the inner field.

The entire hall features a technologically advanced circular structure, with blue energy streams shimmering on the walls.

When Wang Xing followed the ushers through the door, he found three people already standing in the center of the hall.

Bai Lingxue and Zhou Yuan from No. 4 Middle School stood on one side.

On the other side was Wang Taishi, who had just climbed out of the emergency room and still had repair bandages wrapped around his arm.

His face was still somewhat pale, but his eyes remained bright.

Upon seeing Wang Xing enter, Wang Taishi did not flinch but instead stared directly at him with a firm expression, giving a slight nod—the highest level of recognition among martial artists.

Wang Xing nodded in acknowledgment.

They fight to the death on the ring, but off the ring they all strive to become stronger. They may have had some disagreements on the field, but it's not enough to escalate into deep-seated hatred.

"Alright! Everyone's here!"

Amidst a burst of hearty laughter, He Changfeng, the director of the Chengdu Education Bureau, stepped forward, surrounded by several high-ranking military officials and professors from the four major military universities.

He Changfeng's gaze swept over the four teenagers in front of him, and when he looked at Wang Xing, his eyes were full of unreserved praise.

"I won't waste any more words. You four are the pinnacle of strength in this year's Chengdu Hundred Schools Competition! You are the future backbone of Chengdu!"

Director He's voice boomed, "As is customary, tonight is the time to reward you for your hard work. These resources are being given to you so that you can strive for a better future in the upcoming provincial unified examination, and even the national college entrance examination!"

With that, he waved his hand dismissively.

"Buzz—"

The metal floor in the very center of the circular hall suddenly slid open to both sides, and a holographic display stand with a flowing, shimmering light screen slowly rose up.

"Bai Lingxue and Zhou Yuan, as the third and fourth place winners, your reward is an A-grade Qi and Blood Tonic and an A-grade equipment set."

"Wang Taishi, runner-up. S-grade Qi and Blood Tonic and S-grade equipment set."

"Wang Xing, the champion. Two Super S-grade scores!"

Upon hearing the words "Super S-level," even Bai Lingxue, who is usually aloof, couldn't hide the envious glint in her eyes.

Wang Taishi's Adam's apple bobbed, and he took a deep breath.

The gap is a real, tangible resource gap.

After obtaining these cultivation resources, the gap will widen further.

One step at a time, one step at a time.

"Given the special strategic significance of Super S-level resources, they require the highest level of authorization to unlock. Wang Xing, you choose first!"

Director He entered a complex dynamic key into his personal identification terminal, and the top layer of the holographic display instantly disappeared, revealing three holographic projections emitting distinctly different glows, which floated in front of Wang Xing.

"These four are the only remaining Super S-grade health and mana supplements in the military's Chengdu strategic arsenal. The cost of each one could equip an entire mech platoon."

Director He's expression turned serious. He pointed to the first test tube, which emitted a dark red odor and sloshed around like magma, and explained:

"The first one, [Titan Bone Marrow Gel]."

"Function: Ultimate physical enhancement. This is a berserker supplement extracted from the spinal fluid of an A+ level extraterrestrial star beast, the Titan Mammalian, and refined using modern genetic engineering."

"The principle is to utilize the terrifying engulfing and division characteristics of the Star Beast cells to carry out high-intensity mitosis within your body. After injection, your muscle fiber density and bone hardness will experience a qualitative leap. Simply put, this is specially prepared for martial artists who advocate 'ultimate violence'."

Wang Xing's eyes narrowed, and his heart pounded wildly.

Extreme violence?

This is almost a perfect match for his "All-Encompassing Prajna Divine Power"!

If his physical body could withstand more recoil, he could unleash twice the power to create even more unbridled destructive force.

"Don't rush, look at the second one."

Director He pointed to the energy body in the middle, which was sealed in a low-temperature glass chamber, emitting a soft, eerie green light, and growing like plant roots.

"The second item, [Radiant Starfall Lotus Marrow and Stamen]."

"This thing is not man-made, but a rare space plant that grows in a strong cosmic ray belt. Its function is not to burst forth, but to be a 'river of life'."

"The principle lies in the fact that this marrow core contains extremely pure light nuclear radiation energy. After ingestion, it will form a miniature 'energy pump' in your heart, continuously nourishing your internal organs. Its greatest function is 'resilience' and 'remodeling.' Even if your qi and blood are exhausted in a high-intensity battle, it can forcibly keep you alive, extending your endurance by one or even two times! It is an unparalleled treasure for fighting at-fights and protracted battles!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Xing's breath hitched slightly. Mastering the subtle aspects of the "Myriad Manifestations Prajna Divine Power" was exhilarating, but it was extremely taxing; he had just had almost all his vital energy drained before he could unleash that strike.

If there is such a thing...

It's like having an extra tank of vital energy out of nowhere!

Not only Wang Xing, but also Chen Xuanzhou, Long Da, Zhao Gang and others watching from the side were secretly astonished.

The Chengdu authorities have really gone all out this time!

"The third item, [Void Star Core Dew]."

"This is the most unique of the three. It doesn't directly increase your total health or grant you elemental attacks. Its only function is to reconstruct your health circulation, forming a 'second health heart' within your body."

"Extracted from the stellar core material of a fallen meteorite, combined with dark matter particles, it opens a channel for the resonance of the human body and the mecha's primal energy. After consumption, your blood and energy recovery speed will increase threefold, and your maximum combat time will be extended several times. In other words, while others are exhausted after ten minutes of fighting, you can fight for thirty minutes, and you'll become stronger as the battle progresses."

Wang Xing nodded, understanding dawning on him.

The Void Star Core Dew is prepared for protracted battles, for extreme micro-management, and for those who always stand to the end on the battlefield.

"As for the last one..."

Director He's gaze fell on the far side, where there was a silver metal combination lock box.

In the holographic projection, a transparent potion lay inside the box. It had no color and no energy fluctuations that could be detected. Countless tiny silver stars seemed to be moving inside it.

"The third one, [Zero-Quantity Boiling Blood Potion]."

When the name was announced, the expressions of the university professors present changed slightly.

"This is a... highly risky synthetic super S-class drug."

Director He said in a deep voice, "The principle is to inject billions of 'blood molecule nano-reconstruction worms' into your blood vessels. After they come into contact with your blood, they will 'break down' and 'reconstruct' you at the microscopic level."

"It can't increase your maximum strength, nor can it increase your blood and qi volume. But it... can broaden the efficiency of your blood and qi flowing through your meridians, forcibly raising the upper limit of your body's potential!"

"However, the downside is that the restructuring process is akin to being cut into a thousand pieces, with a pain level ten times that of the previous two. If you can't withstand it, you will suffer a backlash. While you won't necessarily die, it will still cause some damage to your body's muscles, bones, and meridians; but if you can withstand it... the quality of your qi and blood will immediately surpass that of other martial artists of the same level by a whole dimension!"

After Director He finished speaking, he took a step back, leaving the exhibition booth entirely to Wang Xing.

"These four directions: explosive growth, sustained power, recovery, and leveraging micro-potential for the future. Wang Xing, you can only choose one."

The hall was completely silent.

All eyes, including those of the four sharp-eyed college admissions representatives, were focused on Wang Xing's face.

This is not just a choice of reward, but also a setting of the tone for this unparalleled genius's future martial arts style!