23: Is it too late to drop out of school now?

Four people fighting over twenty peers!

The scene descended into chaos. In the very first exchange, Xiao Yuan used his size advantage to knock several people flying, with the minor cases suffering broken ribs!

You have to realize that Xiao Yuan's skill is self-enhancement; who of the same level would dare to challenge him one-on-one?

A Xiu's movements were like a ghost; using her Space Element skills to land a strike on an opponent was enough to break their defense!

As for Qi Tian, after a flashbang, he went straight into hand-to-hand combat!

Skills like the Eight-Part Light Wheel can only be used when fighting for one's life; one cannot use lethal force here.

The physical constitution of a Second-Rank is far stronger than a First-Rank, so Qi Tian also started grappling with them like a madman!

Fang Bai used his Dark Element skill to slip into an opponent's shadow, appeared unexpectedly, and unleashed the Thunder Domain, maximizing area-of-effect damage!

Soon, the four of them were chasing and beating over twenty people!

The gap between them was significant, after all, Fang Bai and the others had just returned from an Alien Space and had experienced life and death!

"Don't retreat! No matter how strong they are, their Alien Energy will eventually deplete. Hold them off!"

"Hey! Let's all gang up on one! Just hit that long-haired guy, I can't stand the sight of him!"

"Ouch! Don't—don't hit the face!"

"..."

Screams rose and fell one after another.

Various skills were unleashed in the arena, making for a spectacular sight.

However, the outcome seemed to have been destined long ago!

In less than half an hour, that group of first-year students lay in a heap, wailing and groaning.

Many students had gathered not far away to watch, looking over with playful expressions, as if they were watching a show.

"Are these first-year newbies still this weak?"

"That's not right, it must be that the four newcomers have some skills."

"Judging by their moves, they aren't pushovers either; they've probably experienced real combat."

"Bah! They're just a few First-Rank newbies, what's there to panic about? It's good they're here; I, Hu Laosan, can finally get rid of the title of being the worst!"

"It looks like that long-haired guy has the highest level and is a Dual-Element martial artist. Oh, besides him, there's another one. Two Dual-Element martial artists appearing together, interesting."

"I'm still interested in that girl, a Space Element! Our team happens to be missing a Space Element."

"I think that big guy is the best fighter..."

"..."

The upper-year students discussed among themselves, clearly viewing this battle as nothing more than child's play.

Not far away, a man and a woman stood together.

The boy watched the scene with interest. He glanced at the girl beside him and asked with a smile, "Gu Qing, what do you think of them?"

The girl's expression was calm. She glanced at the four people standing there and said coldly, "For a first-year, they're barely passable. For a second-year, they're too green."

The boy smiled. "Actually, they're not bad. After all, not everyone is like you and me. Plus, their talent is quite good. Give them some time, and they'll probably stir up quite a bit of trouble."

The girl said calmly, "The Martial Academy is never short on geniuses."

The boy chuckled and said, "True. Oh well, it has nothing to do with us. I plan to explore some Alien Spaces next week. Are you interested?"

The girl thought for a moment and asked, "Doing missions?"

The boy replied, "No, I'm about to have a breakthrough, so I'm going to look for some resources I need. Once I break through, I'll apply for the Third Year Student assessment."

The girl nodded. "I'll go with you."

A look of surprise appeared in the boy's eyes. "Great, great! I'll come find you then!"

...

In the arena, after ensuring that everyone was unable to stand, the four of them finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Their current condition wasn't very good either; everyone had injuries of varying sizes, and some had even broken a few ribs.

These guys were too ruthless; they were practically fighting to kill!

"Damn it! Who else?! If you're not convinced, keep coming!"

Qi Tian looked at them with a ferocious expression, fiercely saying, "Which asshole called me a long-haired guy just now?! Stand up and take a few steps!"

Everyone: "..."

Fang Bai glanced at these people. He had to admit, even though their side was stronger than the opponent, they couldn't handle the sheer number of people!

Some of their skills even had a suppressing effect on them, which is why this battle was so difficult.

Fang Bai felt that if he hadn't awakened the Dark Element, he would probably have been the one beaten the worst.

At this moment, a Middle-aged Man appeared in the arena. He looked at everyone and then tutted, shaking his head. "Your performance isn't very good. It seems you've been living too comfortably lately."

Upon hearing this, the students lying on the ground trembled, their faces filled with terror.

It was as if they had foreseen what kind of punishment they would face next.

The Middle-aged Man looked at the four of them and was about to speak.

At this moment, a figure darted out and pointed at his nose, cursing, "Good job, Qi Baichuan! You're doing this to target me on purpose, aren't you?"

Everyone was stunned, not expecting this newcomer to dare to point and curse at their Dean.

For a moment, the way everyone looked at Qi Tian became filled with pity.

Fang Bai also covered his eyes, not daring to look.

Indeed, Dean Qi looked at his nephew and revealed a strange smile. The next second, he waved his hand, and a mysterious force lashed directly onto Qi Tian.

The latter immediately gasped in pain, his face twisted!

"You..."

"What did you call me?"

Dean Qi said with a smile.

When Qi Tian met his second uncle's gaze, he felt inexplicably guilty and decisively backed down. "Second Uncle~"

Crack!

Qi Tian took another lash!

He grimaced in pain and said incredulously, "Damn it! What did I do wrong this time?"

Dean Qi said calmly, "There is no second uncle here. Call me Dean."

Qi Tian was about to speak.

"Hmm?"

Dean Qi looked at him threateningly.

"...Dean."

Dean Qi smiled with satisfaction, then nodded slightly. "Went out for a trip, didn't learn much skill, but you've learned to keep your parents on your lips all the time."

Qi Tian's mouth twitched.

Dean Qi looked at Fang Bai and the others and smiled faintly. "Congratulations on passing the assessment. Welcome to becoming Second Year Student freshmen of the Martial Academy."

Fang Bai said excitedly, "Dean, we passed the assessment. Is there any reward?"

Dean Qi thought for a moment, then looked at him and said, "Yes. You defeated this group of people, so each of you is rewarded with fifty credits. Go to the Personnel Department later to claim them."

Fifty credits!

Fang Bai's eyes lit up.

He didn't expect to get credits as soon as he arrived; he was so lucky!

"If I remember correctly, your name is Fang Bai?"

Dean Qi looked at Fang Bai and suddenly asked.

Fang Bai nodded and asked curiously, "Dean, have you heard my story?"

Dean Qi smiled. "I know your parents' story!"

Fang Bai was stunned, then immediately said, "You've met them? Are they okay?"

He hadn't seen his parents for two years!

Dean Qi nodded. "They are doing well. They are currently protecting the Human Race and are respectable heroes."

Originally, the Martial Academy wouldn't have accepted Fang Bai based on his talent, but because his parents were war generals who had made contributions to the Human Race, the Martial Academy made an exception. However, he didn't expect this kid to give him such a big surprise later.

He was able to grow so fast and even awakened the Dual-Element.

He is a good seedling.

Fang Bai was a bit emotional because the other person's words revealed that his parents were doing well, which put his mind at ease.

"You have passed the assessment and are now official students of the Martial Academy. Someone will take you to your living quarters shortly. The Martial Academy is very large. The dormitories are single rooms, but you have to pay a dormitory fee."

Dean Qi said with a smile.

"Ah?"

Fang Bai and the others were shocked. They actually had to pay a dormitory fee?

"How much? I'll book it for three years straight!"

Qi Tian waved his hand grandly.

Dean Qi said expressionlessly, "One thousand credits per year!"

Qi Tian: "???"

Fang Bai and the others were also shocked.

Is the dormitory fee really this expensive?

What exactly is the value of these credits in the Martial Academy?

Dean Qi said with a laugh, "It is indeed a bit expensive, but I believe you will have them. There are many missions in the academy, and you can also take on missions to earn credits when you have free time."

"Oh right, besides the dormitory fee, you also have to pay for your own food expenses."

Everyone: "..."

Is it still too late to drop out?