The annual Battle for the Throne of Freshmen was undoubtedly the most eye-catching event of the year at Hongyun University.
On this day, freshmen from all over the world, 12 base cities, major families, and financial groups, as well as commoners, would show off their talents and strength to their heart's content.
Students, teachers, and even university leaders would come to watch in person.
In Hongyun University, there were more than 17000 freshmen competing for 100 seats. That meant that only one person out of 170 would get a seat. The rest would have to stand obediently.
The higher the ranking, the fiercer the competition. It was extremely eye-catching.
As for the Throne of Freshmen, not only did it represent Glory and privilege, but the rewards were also enough to drive the freshmen crazy.
This was no longer just a competition between students. It was also a competition between major families and financial groups. It was a stage for them to show their strength for the first time.
Lin Feng's group of five shuttled through the campus. All they heard were discussions about this matter.
"Yunkai the Beastman?"
Because of Yunkai, Lin Feng's group was the center of attention no matter where they went.
Regardless of whether they knew them or not, they all knew their names.
However, no one asked for their autographs. Those who could get into Hongyun were all very talented. They also had their own pride and wouldn't worship anyone easily.
"I've been living in fear in the Otherworld. I wanted to come to Hongyun and have a good night's sleep. I didn't expect it to be so miserable!"
"Are we really going to stay in tents tonight?
Will there be bugs? "
"If we're going to stay in tents, we might as well stay in a hotel. It's my treat. We can have supper while we're at it."
"Those tents are still new. There's a smell of paint. Will there be formaldehyde?"
In the Otherworld, Dong Yunan was very quiet because of her nervousness and fear. However, as a chatterbox, her mouth didn't stop once she entered the campus.
She started from Hongyun's city gate. Then, she talked about the environment and buildings of the campus. Occasionally, she would miss her home. Finally, she began to complain about the tents they had to stay in at night.
Dong Yunan was very resistant to living in a tent. In her opinion, in such hot weather, it was impossible to sleep in a tent at night.
Lin Feng patted Dong Yunan's head and reprimanded him, "What hotel? We'll be going to the Otherworld frequently in the future. If we spend the night there, not to mention a tent, even a good night's sleep will be a luxury."
This was something that Dong Xiuxian had specifically instructed him to do before he left.
Talent represented the speed of one's cultivation. It didn't mean that one could live longer.
Compared to ordinary people, geniuses were naturally more valuable.
But every year, countless geniuses died in the Otherworld. Geniuses who had not matured were meaningless.
Dong Xiuxian repeatedly instructed Linfeng to protect Dong Yunan's safety. Other than that, he wanted Dong Yunan to suffer and teach her how to survive in this world.
As long as one was strong, one would know that survival was sometimes more important than talent!
As Dong Xiuxian's only daughter, Dong Yunan had been pampered since she was young. She lived in a villa and had a luxurious life. It was normal that she wasn't used to it.
Even Yang Fan wasn't used to it. But boys weren't that particular. Even if they were, he wouldn't dare to complain in front of Linfeng.
"I'm just saying. Aren't we in school?"
Dong Yunan lowered her head and explained resentfully. But soon, her eyes lit up. "Why don't we have a barbecue tonight? We can treat it as a picnic."
After saying that, she glanced at Linfeng. Linfeng was expressionless and didn't say anything.
"Akai, do you have any objections?"
Dong Yunan didn't dare to ask. She didn't know why, but she was a little afraid of Linfeng. So she patted Yunkai. With her height, she could only reach Yunkai's arm.
In the Jianghu Budo Society, she had the best relationship with Yunkai. Only Yunkai could endure her nagging for a long time without breaking down. He even seemed to enjoy it.
As for Yang Fan and Gao Hai, they followed Linfeng in everything. They didn't have their own opinions at all. She directly ignored them and didn't even need to ask.
"I don't have any objections."
Yunkai lowered his head and glanced at Dong Yunan, who was winking at him. He revealed a smile and said as sparingly as before.
Dong Yunan nodded in satisfaction and patted Yunkai's arm to encourage him.
"Feng, Akai doesn't have any objections. Do you have any objections?"
"Are you sure Akai doesn't have any objections?"
Linfeng shook his head speechlessly. If you ask like this, Yunkai will naturally say that he doesn't have any objections.
You've used this trick so many times. Do you really think I don't know?
"Then why don't you ask Akai?" Dong Yunan tilted her head and looked innocent.
"Alright." Linfeng didn't want to be a wet blanket and could only agree.
"Yay!"
Dong Yunan cheered, secretly delighted.
Although they hadn't known each other for long and had only really interacted with each other a few times, she realized that whether it was her, Yang Fan, or Gao Hai, Linfeng always meant what he said.
And although Yunkai never expressed his opinions, as long as he agreed, Linfeng almost never objected.
Linfeng was very indulgent towards Yunkai.
"Linfeng, are you interested in joining our team?"
Just when Linfeng and his group were familiarizing themselves with the campus, five people slowly walked towards them.
The one leading them was a youth holding a long sword. He didn't exchange greetings and directly introduced the strength of their team.
"Sorry, we have our own mercenary team."
Linfeng interrupted the other party and directly rejected. Along the way, there were already fifteen people who invited them.
Among them, there was no lack of people who were stronger than this team. There were even Rank 4 Fighters and Rank 3 Demon Spiritualists.
Being rejected, the youth didn't mind. Instead, he changed the topic, "Dong Yunan, as long as you join our team, I guarantee that you'll be able to breakthrough into a Fighter within half a year!"
Whether Linfeng and Yunkai join or not, to him, it didn't matter.
It's undeniable that an adventurer team with Linfeng and Yunkai in their first year is definitely top class. However, to an adventurer team formed by second and third year students, the two of them would be a burden.
Although Dong Yunan's strength is weaker, he's a healer. To a team, strength is only secondary. As long as he can release healing techniques, it's fine.
As for Dong Yunan, who refined the Rank 8 Siren, his demon spirit's innate ability is healing techniques.
Dong Yunan shook his head and stood beside Linfeng, expressing his attitude.
The youth didn't give up and promised some benefits. Seeing that Dong Yunan was indifferent, he didn't get angry. Instead, he politely said a few words and left.
"Our Dong Xiaomei is still the most popular one. She can be called a heartthrob!" Gao Hai chuckled.
He could tell that most of the people who invited them along the way were here for Dong Xiaomei. Linfeng and Yunkai were just collateral.
"Of course, who do you think I am?"
Dong Yunan purposely showed a complacent expression.
As for breaking through into a Fighter within half a year, she really didn't care.
Joining a strong adventurer team would naturally guarantee her safety. Her strength might increase faster in the early stages, but she wouldn't be able to gain experience. Instead, the disadvantages outweigh the advantages.
She was still very clear on this point.
Moreover, Dong Yunan didn't think that her cultivation speed would be slow if she followed Linfeng.
Moreover, her goal was to enter the National University's Battle of Glory. If she could enter the top three, even with her father's power, she wouldn't be able to get those rewards.
Linfeng and Yunkai, these two thighs, she was definitely going to rely on them!
(Thank you to the leader of the Land of Scarlet Snow. Thank you very much. My first leader in my life. Something happened at home recently. When it's done, I'll update three more times. Thank you!)