83: Ten-year old fans come uninvited

Meanwhile, inside Canglan No. 2 High School, in the principal's office, Pei Yuanfang extinguished a Huazi cigarette in an ashtray.

His gaze returned to the computer screen, which was showing a live broadcast of the Binzhou Cup match.

“Let’s congratulate Canglan No. 2 High School on entering the top eight!”

“Their next opponent is their good neighbor, Canglan No. 1 Middle School!”

“Today’s matches conclude here. Please tune in next Saturday for our next broadcast!”

The screen flickered and then switched to the audience, intending to gather their opinions on today’s match.

A tall, sweet-voiced host held a microphone to the mouth of a male student wearing a Canglan No. 2 High School badge.

“Hello, student. What do you think of Canglan No. 2 High School’s performance today?”

The student looked surprised, not expecting to be interviewed today.

He quickly pulled the microphone closer and then cleared his throat twice.

He said with a smile, “This time was so satisfying! So many people outside were saying today’s match had no suspense.”

“I say, to hell with them! They’re simply shortsighted!”

“Everyone withstood the pressure and showed the strength of our Canglan No. 2 High School.”

“Especially Shu Shen, he truly saved the day.”

“And as Shu Shen’s ten-year loyal fan, of course, I have to support him wholeheartedly.”

“A tiny Central No. 1 High School was directly handled by Shu Shen.”

He then began to endlessly praise Lin Shu’s various performances.

The host listened silently with a smile, occasionally interjecting.

Clearly, today’s interview and the resulting buzz would be explosive.

She had already thought of the headline for later.

“Chu Niao Cup Champion Takes On Crisis, Does THIS During Match?!”

This would definitely go viral!

Pei Yuanfang did not continue watching and slowly closed the page.

He rose from the leather chair and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, looking out into the distance.

Lin Shu’s performance and growth could no longer be described as merely talented; he should be called a prodigy.

“It seems I have to bring out my trump card. Giving him an ordinary beast would be harming him.”

“Let me think carefully, what would be suitable…”

Pei Yuanfang muttered to himself, his thoughts constantly turning in his mind.

As for the subsequent Binzhou Cup matches, it would be best if Lin Shu did not participate. For Lin Shu, it would simply be a waste of time.

Moreover, there was no chance of winning the championship now. As the principal, the information he had was naturally beyond what others knew.

Binzhou High School, as the top-ranked high school in Bin Province, had a significant lead over all other high schools in the province.

Its internal school team was formidable, with an average level of 40 for their beasts, and even some lord-quality beasts.

The level difference was too vast; they could not be matched.

It just so happened that the beasts of the other two official members would also be fully recovered by next Saturday.

Lin Shu should focus on his growth and no longer participate in these matches that held little significance for his development.

Although it could indeed bring some honor to the school, compared to his growth, these were insignificant.

Only a grown tree can provide shade for those beneath its canopy.

Under a large tree nearby, many students were playing with their beasts.

The shade covered a large area, encompassing this entire zone.

Pei Yuanfang picked up his phone and began to explain this matter to Gu Zhenbang, detailing it very carefully.

Although there was some regret, the latter still accepted the fact… Inside the White Cloud Arena, in an empty venue, the school team celebrated today’s victory.

Among them were Bai Sheng and Lin Shu’s close friends from Grade One, Class 5.

Everyone was praising Lin Shu’s performance today.

“This news is already on Bin Province News!”

“You’re going to be famous, Lin Shu!”

“Your performance today was so fierce, I feel like we even have a chance at the championship.”

Lin Shu chuckled happily, not answering these comments. “You guys can brag, but don’t drag me into it.”

Winning the championship would still be difficult. Although Night’s strength was undeniable, today’s victory also benefited from the information asymmetry of Night having just evolved.

Others didn’t know, which led them to fight him one-on-one.

Later, when everyone knew he was formidable in one-on-one combat, they definitely wouldn’t do that.

They would choose team combat, which would limit Night’sPlay space, as the level difference still existed.

Ultimately, it would come down to everyone’s cooperation and synergy.

After finishing his call, Gu Zhenbang chose not to make the announcement at that moment.

It wouldn’t be good to break such a positive atmosphere.

It would be better to inform them gradually after they returned.

However, some other instructions still needed to be conveyed.

After waiting a while, everyone’s initial excitement gradually subsided.

Gu Zhenbang then spoke, signaling Lin Shu to come over.

“Lin Shu, come here for a moment.”

“Coming.”

Lin Shu immediately responded after hearing him.

The two then went to a corner to talk.

Seeing this, the others weren’t curious. Since they had won the match, being called over certainly wasn’t a bad thing.

Naturally, it could only be good news. Perhaps the school was going to give Lin Shu some additional rewards.

“The principal just called me and asked if your Mental power has reached Tier 2?”

Lin Shu nodded.

“Then you should go see the principal tomorrow morning.”

“He said the beast he picked for you has already been chosen.”

The principal was even more proactive than him. Lin Shu had planned to contact the principal when he had time.

He didn’t expect to be asked about it now.

“Okay, I’ll go tomorrow morning.”

Then, Gu Zhenbang pondered for a moment and decided to clarify things with Lin Shu today.

“Next is another matter.”

“The principal’s intention is that you won’t need to participate in the upcoming Binzhou Cup matches.”

“Your two senior classmates’ beasts will definitely be healed before next week’s match.”

“You, on the other hand, should focus on cultivating your beast, and the school will provide you with all the resources.”

“Of course, it’s not mandatory; it’s still up to you.”

These were two choices, clearly to prevent Lin Shu from thinking it was intentional on the school’s part.

Lin Shu listened to the words and pondered.

The principal’s intention aligned with his own. Since the two senior classmates could fill the void, and they had always participated diligently, there should be a follow-up for them. He couldn’t just take their spots.

He would be free, so it would be good to go to the Otherworld and grind more proficiency.

“Then I won’t continue with the matches.”

“Let the two senior classmates participate instead.”

After a moment of thought, Lin Shu gave his answer.

“That’s good too.”

“I’ll inform the team members.”

Gu Zhenbang nodded. This arrangement seemed to be the best for now.

“There’s nothing else. I just worried you might be unhappy.”

Lin Shu shook his head. How could he be so petty?

“That’s good then.”

“Tonight, we’ll celebrate at Wan Beast Tower! My treat!”

He then placed his hand on Lin Shu’s shoulder and walked out with him.

He shared the news with everyone.

“Teacher is generous!”

“That’s great!”

“You dare to go to Wan Beast Tower? We’ll make you bleed tonight!”

Everyone started to joke around.

Gu Zhenbang also had a smile on his face, chatting and laughing with everyone.

“I’m waiting. I just hope you can eat it all.”

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