"What's going on?
Is the signal cut off? "
"F * ck, it can't be. It's over just like that?
I haven't had my fill yet. "
"Bro, I'm a little pitiful. You're letting me watch half of it?"
…
As the live broadcast was cut off, the audience started to clamor. Most of them were expressing their dissatisfaction. The examinations were always exciting. Why did it end so abruptly this year? There was no grand spectacle like they had imagined.
However, the crystal projector quickly generated a new screen, and the results displayed were within expectations. Forty-three students from Starlight University had passed this year's examination. The passing rate was 100%. However, the rankings were a little surprising.
First Place: Ding Meng, Combat Master.
Second Place: Du Mo, War Elder.
Third Place: Liang Yiran, War Elder.
Fourth Place: Jiang Haiyi, War Elder.
Fifth Place: Song Jiahui, War Elder.
Sixth Place: Dai Ningsheng, War Elder.
Seventh Place: Mu Hua, War Elder.
Eighth Place: Chou Xu, War Elder.
Ninth Place: Tian Ye, War Elder.
Tenth Place: Yong Bang, War Elder.
…
The final ranking did not show the exact number and level of certification. However, Ding Meng, who was ranked first, had deeply shocked everyone. A 21-year-old Origin Energy Combat Master. In the history of Starlight University, this was the only one. In the examination more than 20 years ago, a 29-year-old Combat Master had appeared. However, that Combat Master could not be compared to Ding Meng.
Think about it. Everyone was under 30 years old. Their cultivation speed was already faster than ordinary people. When Ding Meng reached 29 years old, it was hard to imagine how strong he would be.
The most surprising thing about this leaderboard was that Sun Shiling had actually fallen out of the top ten. No one knew how the system determined this. As for Du Mo falling out of the top three, it was easy to explain. It was because Du Mo and Liang Yiran had survived in the map.
At this moment, Ding Meng had already left the virtual hall and entered the hall on the first floor of Center No. 2. Cheng Jin, Hua Bai, and the other instructors were already waiting for him. When they saw him come out, the six of them started to clap.
Cheng Jin's face was even redder. "Come, come, come. You've really made everyone proud this time."
Hua Bai and Jin Yun were also very happy because they knew that Ding Meng was far from showing his full strength in this exam. He still had a lot of trump cards that he hadn't used yet. In fact, this was also good. It would be beneficial for Ding Meng's future growth.
Ding Meng, Principal Zhu is waiting for you in the office upstairs. Go up quickly. "Hua Bai hurriedly said," Okay, okay. If you have any questions, ask later. Don't delay Ding Meng. Ding Meng, Principal Zhu is waiting for you in the office upstairs.
This was what Ding Meng had been waiting for. With his personality, he would never take such a boring exam. However, it was a necessary step for him to go to the Linda Department. Moreover, Little Rascal Xiao Ai had strongly requested for the legendary secret book.
The current principal of Starlight was called Zhu Bin. He was a white-haired benevolent elder who wore a pair of exquisite glasses.
When Ding Meng knocked on the door and entered, he was surprised to find that the Transit String was also here.
"Sit, make yourself at home!" Zhu Bin smiled and gestured.
"Congratulations, Ding Meng!" The Transit String also showed a very moving smile.
"Thank you!" Ding Meng sat down on the single-seater sofa across from the Transit String.
Although Principal Zhu Bin was old, he wasn't a procrastinator. As soon as Ding Meng sat down, he directly said, "Student Ding Meng, I don't think I need to explain the relationship between our Starlight University and the Starlight Group, right?"
Of course not. The fact that the Transit String was sitting here was enough to explain the problem. She obviously came for Ding Meng.
Zhu Bin continued, "Ding Meng, your performance was excellent and outstanding. Moreover, you made the right choice in the face of all kinds of difficulties. I also think that it's reasonable for the system to judge you as the first …"
He pushed up his glasses and looked at Ding Meng meaningfully. "And according to my observation, you seem to be holding back. That's why Miss Ling came to me immediately."
Ding Meng was a little surprised. He couldn't help but admire the principal's sharp eyes. In fact, when he entered the office, he slightly sensed that Principal Zhu Bin didn't have any Origin Energy fluctuations. However, when the telekinetic wave touched him, it immediately disappeared. The principal was obviously a true Origin Energy expert. He was probably even stronger than the Norse Empire's Colonel Feng.
Ding Meng nodded. "Yes, my first choice is definitely the Starlight Group."
The Transit String immediately showed a trace of joy. "Ding Meng, the Starlight Group sincerely welcomes you to join us."
"Wait!"
Ding Meng immediately waved his hand. "I said before that I'll join the Starlight Group and only be Mr. Cartel's assistant. I'm not interested in anything else."
Hearing such an answer, the Transit String wasn't surprised. She also knew that people like Ding Meng in the Cartel were paranoid because only paranoid people could succeed. Since the Cartel had a good personal relationship with Ding Meng, then it was inevitable that Ding Meng had a personality.
"Don't worry!"
The Transit String was very patient. "Ding Meng, as long as you're willing to join the Starlight Group, we won't impose any restrictions on you. As for which field you want to focus on, you can slowly think about it and choose what you like. I've already told the headquarters about the inverse source crystal in the Blue Moon Branch. You can use it without restriction. In other words, that inverse source crystal is yours …"
"This …" Ding Meng didn't expect such an answer. This woman was really generous.
Perhaps other things wouldn't be attractive to Ding Meng, but the inverse source crystal … Ding Meng really couldn't refuse.
Zhu Bin slowly opened his mouth. "Student Ding Meng, if I'm not wrong, you are an intermediate level combat master. Your basic origin ability is thermodynamics, and you are compatible with biochemistry and light speed. You can be considered a triple-attribute origin ability user. At the same time, you are also a fluxer who cultivates applied telekinesis. Your brain development isn't low, roughly between 16% and 19%. You are proficient in cold weapons and are proficient in swords and sabers. You also know many martial arts, such as the Norse Empire's 《Brilliant Fist》, 《Army Boxing》, 《Flame Energy Rushing Fist》, 《Flame Energy Penetrating Force》, and the Holy Grail Federation's 《Holy Radiant Flame Formation》, 《Holy Radiant Tiger Palm》, Cannon Energy, Collapsing Energy, Trembling Energy, and Penetrating Energy. You have already reached an extraordinary realm …"
In just a few words, he had described Ding Meng's detailed information. Ding Meng couldn't help but admire him. "Headmaster is awesome!"
Little Rascal also sighed in admiration. "This old man really has sharp eyes. He can say so much in one breath."
Xiao Ai agreed. "He is even more accurate than our analysis report."
Zhu Bin's tone changed again. "However, there are two things that you should be most proud of. One of them is your physical fitness. Although you are young, you are different from ordinary people. I presume that your experiences are also different from ordinary people …"
Ding Meng smiled bitterly. "Headmaster has good eyesight. My physical fitness is indeed S rank."
"S rank?" Even if the Transit String was experienced and knowledgeable, he was still startled by Ding Meng's answer.
Ding Meng nodded. "S rank, level 15."
"Hiss!" The Transit String sucked in a breath of cold air. This kid … Disregarding everything else, he must have struggled on the edge of life and death at least ten times in order to temper his physical fitness. This wasn't something that those students who relied on the induction cabins, technological facilities, and all sorts of supplementary materials could achieve. Just as Elder Zhu had said, Ding Meng must have had extraordinary experiences, and these experiences were his greatest wealth.
Previously, she had been somewhat prejudiced against Ding Meng, but now, the more she looked at Ding Meng, the more she liked him. This was what a man should be like.
Zhu Bin's expression suddenly became serious. He said leisurely, "The universe is vast and ethereal. How many Origin Energy worlds are there?
Each civilization has its own understanding and use of Origin Energy. Student Ding Meng, although the Origin Energy you displayed during the exam was of the Thermodynamic Element, based on my many years of experience, it is still not quite the same as ordinary Thermodynamic Elements. "
Ding Meng remained silent and didn't reply. However, the Transit String was curious. "Oh?
Elder Zhu, what's different about Ding Meng? "
Zhu Bin said, "Let's recall the battle between Ding Meng and Ding Meng in the second stage. Why couldn't the magma swallow Ding Meng?"
The Transit String immediately recalled that a diamond-shaped shield had appeared on Ding Meng's body. This shield could even evolve into the shape of a crown. It had only appeared for a short time, but anyone who paid attention would definitely remember it. It was this shield that had blocked the fatal blow for Ding Meng.
Zhu Bin nodded. "As far as I know, this kind of materialized force field is usually very difficult to cultivate in the Thermodynamic Element. Currently, within the borders of the Federal Empire, I dare say that there isn't a single active Origin Energy user who has cultivated this type of force field."
The meaning of these words was quite clear. Ding Meng's martial technique was very likely unique.
Zhu Bin glanced at Ding Meng. "So, the other thing that you rely on the most is definitely your foundational cultivation technique. Forgive my ignorance, but I've never seen it before. Of course, this is your secret, so I won't reveal it to anyone. I just want to ask, is this foundational cultivation technique above the seven-star level?"
Ding Meng could only nod. "It is!"
Zhu Bin was silent for a long time before saying, "Then do you know a person called Fuuma Zhen?"
There was no way that Ding Meng would have known about a month ago. However, Little Rascal Xiao 'ai had already read through all of Starlight University's public records. This Fuuma Zhen had been an all-powerful figure at Starlight University twenty-seven years ago because he had participated in the examination at the age of twenty-nine and been certified as an Origin Energy Combat Master. It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he was a heaven-sent genius. Unfortunately, he had unfortunately fallen at the age of thirty-three.
According to the records, Fuuma Zhen had unfortunately died in outer space. It was precisely because he had died in outer space that the Holy Grail Federation had sent out a special fleet to search for him for three years. Unfortunately, they hadn't found anything, not even the wreckage of a starship.
There were many different theories as to how Fuuma Zhen had died. Some said that he had been killed by an enemy, while others said that it was a conspiracy of the Empire. There were also some who said that Fuuma Zhen had met with a disaster while traveling through outer space. However, no matter which theory it was, the upper echelons of the Federation had never come forward to explain, because no one knew the truth. This had always been an unsolved case. To Starlight University, Starbow University, and even the Federation, this was a huge loss. It must be known that Fuuma Zhen had been a genius that the Sheng Hao Group and the Starbow Group had been willing to work together to nurture. Who would have thought that the heavens would be jealous of such a genius? It was truly a pity.
For Zhu Bin to suddenly mention this person at this time, there had to be a deeper meaning behind it.
Ding Meng nodded. "I'd like to hear the details!"