Lan Jue nodded. "However, it wasn't against the rules.
Back then, you wanted to challenge any teacher in the academy. As a member of the academy, it was the same for me to step in. "
The surprise in Su He's eyes deepened. "You're a teacher here?"
Lan Jue nodded. "Yes.
But I just want to live a peaceful life.
Back then, you were a great help to us, so I came to see you.
But I hope you can keep this a secret. "
Su He's breathing quickened.
Lan Qing, Lan Jue!
These two names were like a curse in his heart.
Memories came flooding in like a tide.
He remembered clearly that when the two brothers had first entered the academy, he was already a student in the national scholar class. Even in the national scholar class, he was one of the best.
At that time, he would already be a monarch mecha pilot.
There was a rule in the academy. Seniors had to tutor juniors, especially in the first half of the year. Seniors had to help the freshmen adapt to life in the academy.
Su He had been assigned to Lan Qing back then.
That name was forever etched in his mind.
Lan Qing was serious in everything he did. Even though he had just entered the academy, he quickly assimilated into it.
He studied hard every day.
Su He could still vividly remember how Lan Qing would often ask him questions, and how he'd always felt a sense of superiority.
Occasionally, he would even show off his pride.
But Lan Qing didn't care. He focused all his energy on his studies.
Until one day, Su He told him not to put all his energy into studying.
If he wanted to become a powerful mecha pilot.
He had to experience actual combat.
And then.
Su He brought Lan Qing to the arena.
And then, Su He's nightmare came.
Su He remembered clearly that in three rounds, he'd lost even more miserably than today. He'd been utterly defeated by Lan Qing.
He didn't even have a chance to fight back.
At that time, Lan Qing was already an imperial mecha pilot.
And that battle was recorded by the academy.
It had become the testimony of history.
Not long after that, Lan Qing became a god-ranked mecha pilot in less than three years.
A god-ranked mecha pilot from the academy!
Later on, he didn't attend the national scholar class at all and left the academy.
It was said that at that time, there was a very important reason, and that was because he was the center of attention.
If this was an unforgettable memory, then the year before Lan Qing left, his younger brother Lan Jue had also entered the school.
Whether it was a deliberate arrangement by the academy or a pure coincidence, Su He had once again become Lan Jue's tutor.
At that time, he was about to graduate from the academy's State Scholar class.
Afterward …
Once again, Su He witnessed the appearance of a monster.
Lan Jue's speed wasn't any slower than her brother's. She became the second god-class mecha operator in four years.
Similarly, he didn't attend the National Scholar class and left the academy.
But at the same time, he became a legend in the academy.
As for what Lan Jue did after that, Su He didn't know.
But Lan Qing was a name that everyone in the Eastern Alliance knew of!
The Anlun Wargod, the Eastern Alliance Wargod!
Protecting the planet, protecting the Eastern Alliance.
Su He knew that he hadn't taught Lan Jue much back then. Lan Jue was smarter than his brother.
However, in Su He's heart, these two brothers had always been very mysterious. No one knew where they came from, but their astonishing talent and powerful strength had always been imprinted in Su He's memory.
"I didn't think I'd see you here, and fight you again.
Thank you for showing mercy. "When Su He said the last few words, it was obvious that he was struggling.
If his opponent was Lan Jue, then everything would make sense.
And without a doubt, he hadn't given it his all.
"Senior, you've improved a lot over the years. But you still seem to have some limitations," Lan Jue said.
Su He's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean?"
"Senior," Lan Jue said, "you haven't realized one of your biggest problems.
You're too focused on your genetic talent.
If I remember correctly, your ability should be Energy Explosion.
This was an excellent Arcana. Although it was only at the eighth level, it was not inferior to most Level Nine Genetic Talents' Arcana.
But I thought it was because your talent wasn't ninth rank that it would be difficult for you to become a god-class pilot. "
"At the time, I wasn't knowledgeable enough to refute you.
But I have to tell you now that you're wrong.
I've seen more than one seventh or eighth rank Genetic Talent become a God-ranked Mecha Pilot.
Don't put too much pressure on yourself. You need to focus on your mecha. Open up your mind and build up your confidence.
Senior, the root of your problem is that you're not confident enough! "
Hearing Lan Jue's words, Su He felt as if he'd been struck by lightning. He stood rooted to the spot.
Lan Jue smiled, waved goodbye, and floated away.
Sometimes, when the window paper was broken, everything would be different.
Even if it's just a thin layer, it's always clear to the onlooker.
Su He had long since possessed the foundation to become a god-class pilot. It was just that he'd taken the wrong path over the years.
Lan Jue didn't return to the Institute. It was too crowded at the moment. Everyone was probably still reeling from the fight.
Besides, he was afraid of running into the Savage Goddess again.
After all, he'd only worn his clothes inside out and a mask.
If he was recognized, he'd be in trouble.
He had to go back and change his clothes.
…
Tan Lingyun finally managed to escape from the crowd of students and teachers. She told them to leave first, while she quietly made her way back to the mecha warehouse.
She climbed up a shelf and gently knocked on the outside of the cockpit. Her voice was apologetic. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to lock you in.
But I think we should talk. "
As she spoke, she opened the cockpit door.
But all he saw was emptiness.
'Lei Feng' was gone.
…
Beep beep beep! Her communicator buzzed.
"Accountant, what's up?" Lan Jue answered.
"Jewelry Master, what's with that tone?
Are you burning bridges after crossing the river? "The Accountant grumbled.
Lan Jue smiled. "No!
I was just about to thank you.
When it comes to hacking, you really are better than me. "
The Accountant's face lit up with pride. "Of course.
Oh, by the way, there's something I need to tell you. "
"What is it?" Lan Jue asked.
The Accountant went on. "The old man called me to tell me something.
I might need to go to the Institute.
Is there a group called Hailing College here to exchange pointers? "
Lan Jue replied. "Yeah!
Why would the old man care about something so trivial? "
The Accountant snorted. "Of course the old man wouldn't care about an academic exchange. But I don't know who gave him a call, but someone said they'd like to discuss the latest research they've come across in the last few years.
The old man wanted me to go.
He's already arranged for me to be a student on loan.
But I'm not familiar with the National Eastern University. The old man said you'd be there, so take me there tomorrow morning. "
Lan Jue's curiosity was piqued by the Accountant's words. "The Lordmaster didn't tell you about your opponent, did he?"
The Accountant nodded. "Yeah!
How did you know?
Did the Old Master tell you about it? "
Lan Jue was speechless. "Fine, I'll bring you here tomorrow."
The Accountant went on. "If you have time, come by first. The old man wants you to see the results of some research.
It's the thing you brought back from Taihua. The lab results are in. "
Lan Jue's heart skipped a beat. "Alright, I'll be there right away."
Skyfire Avenue was as quiet as ever.
The buildings on either side of the street exuded an ancient air.
There was an indescribable quality to the stone pavement. Every time Lan Jue returned to this place, the air felt especially fresh.
Perhaps it was a feeling that came with making this place home.
However, Lan Jue's good mood had been ruined.
The reason, of course, was because of the lab results the Accountant had mentioned.
His experience on Taihua had left a deep impression on him.
Those monsters of unknown origin weren't much of a threat. If he were at full strength, he was confident he'd be able to take down the progenitor.
But the monsters' origins were a mystery, and their ability to devour was frightening.
They were individually strong.
A normal mecha pilot would probably need a small team of well-equipped mecha pilots to deal with a single monster.
Add to that the information he'd received from Piao Hong in DreamNet, and it all added up.
This was a matter of life and death for all of humanity.
It wasn't long before he arrived at Skyfire Library. The Accountant was waiting for him at the entrance.
"Why are you waiting for me outside?" Lan Jue asked curiously.
The Accountant rubbed his hands together, then lowered his voice. "Jewelry Master, are there a lot of girls in your school?"
"That's a lot," Lan Jue said.
The Accountant's eyes lit up. "You see, Jewelry Master? I grew up under the old man's strict control. It wasn't easy for me to find my freedom.
But in some ways I'm still a blank sheet of paper!
Look, aren't you going to help your brother out? "
Lan Jue was speechless. "You want to pick up girls?
Go yourself.
How can you do that?
Besides, I don't know how to! "
The Accountant's face twisted in indignation. "You don't know how?
You dare say you don't know how?
Don't you have enough girls around you?
Four of them! Four! "
Lan Jue patted him on the shoulder and sighed. "I don't pick up girls. It's always the girls who pick me up!
So, I don't know how. "
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