42: This guy is so insidious!

It was already ten o'clock when the Spell Cultivators in the base began to release Water Mist Spells into the sky to block the sun.

Streams of Water Spells formed moderately thick dark clouds, isolating the high temperatures, and Military System Spell Cultivators formed Formations, providing assurance for the upcoming sparring activities.

Everyone was also called to the training ground, where the command platform had been expanded to hold many tables and chairs, and the military officers and school leaders sat together, laughing and chatting.

Tang Gao looked curiously at the dark clouds floating above his head: "Why do these dark clouds contain a large amount of healing energy?"

Liu Ren was sweating profusely, wiping the beads of sweat with a tissue, and casually explained: "For healing. As long as someone is critically ill, these Spells can instantly save their life, providing military doctors with time to treat them."

Tang Gao's eyes widened slightly: "Will sparring here really endanger lives?"

Oh my! Was what Teacher Tian Qiang said true?

Liu Ren threw the used tissue into a transparent trash bag held by a nearby classmate, smiled at him in thanks, and then explained to Tang Gao:

"That's right, there's even a death quota every year. But don't worry, the development of Spells is very advanced now. As long as it's not instant death, under the cover of healing Spells, it's very safe~"

Tang Gao felt like he had learned a lot.

The students were arranged under the trees on the east side of the training ground's edge, while the Military System Cultivators stood in a military Formation on the west side, their expressions serious, exuding an aura of solemnity.

Tang Gao looked at the military Formation opposite him, clicking his tongue, and his perception of the oath-taking ceremony changed.

Without strict regulations, it would probably be impossible to Cultivate such a neat, dignified, and powerful Military System team.

On the command platform, General Liu sat on a chair, laughing as he clapped his hands. His voice spread throughout the venue, suppressing all miscellaneous sounds, and a faint pressure emanated, reminding everyone to be quiet.

Everyone obediently quieted down and looked at General Liu.

General Liu stood up, restrained his smile, and bowed. His expression softened slightly, and his tone was gentle: "It seems everyone is having a good time. Now it's time for the annual sparring session. The purpose of this sparring is very simple: to let everyone experience the benefits of Military System cultivation.

I'm just a military brute, direct in my actions. Next, we will first select a portion of people to spar, let everyone experience it, and then proceed with comprehensive sparring activities.

For students who are interested, you can also contact our instructors after the sparring. We have internal recruitment quotas for locals every year. As long as you pass the test, you can directly enter our base's Military System academy for training without taking the college entrance exam."

After General Liu finished speaking, he paused, waiting for everyone to digest it a bit, and then clapped his hands with a smile: "Alright, everyone, start preparing for sparring!"

A list, already prepared, was handed to General Liu.

General Liu picked up the list and called out names loudly, while looking at the people who stepped forward. An invisible consciousness swept over them, probing their background to see if there were any good prospects.

Of course, it was also an extra safeguard, detecting certain people who shouldn't be there, and then he would personally take thunderous action to suppress them.

A sixth-rank Cultivator's ability to move mountains and fill seas is not just talk.

Tang Gao swallowed, quickly suppressing his attribute aura, lest his background be exposed.

One by one, people were called up to step forward and stand on the simply marked training ground.

Soon, it was Tang Gao's turn.

"Tang Gao!"

Tang Gao stood up and stepped forward, his eyes steady, but his heart couldn't help but churn. He repeatedly confirmed that he had suppressed his Shadow System attribute and the aura of his Zhanqi System High Grade attribute, disguising it as a lower-tier attribute.

General Liu looked at Tang Gao, his previously smiling Face subtly stirred, and his eyes changed slightly. He couldn't help but exclaim: "Good kid!"

At such a young age, he actually possesses such heavy Killing Intent. A bit denser, and the Killing Intent could even materialize.

Intentionally hiding an attribute? It should be a Zhanqi System High Grade attribute.

It's just that this scent is a bit familiar… Hmm? The Profound Rank Cultivation Technique of my Junior Brother's affiliated system?

General Liu then looked at Liu Ren, who was sitting next to Tang Gao's seat, observing his youthful yet somewhat familiar Face. He smiled faintly and then withdrew his gaze.

It seems he's someone my Junior Brother spent a lot to recruit. This kid found a good prospect and didn't even tell me. I'll have to scold him later.

General Liu thought that the other party was his Junior Brother's person, and a smile appeared on his Face. He beckoned: "You go to Training Ground No. 1. Kid, you're someone Revered Master Tian has specially marked."

Tian Qiang, who was sitting nearby, burst out laughing: "You kid, what should you call me now?"

General Liu turned his head, his expression respectful, and bowed slightly: "A Revered Master for a day is a father for life. If Revered Master had not guided me to enter and Breakthrough, changing my life's trajectory, I would probably still be a street punk right now."

Teacher Tian Qiang smiled without smiling: "So that's why you're giving special attention to my student?"

Training Ground No. 1, how could you be so ruthless?

General Liu slightly guiltily averted his gaze: "He's a good prospect, so he needs good care… Alright, Zhang Qiang!"

Training Ground No. 1, this is not just a special honor, but also a reminder to everyone that this is a good prospect, to strive to snatch him.

As for whether he can be snatched, that's another matter.

Anyway, he's my Junior Brother's person. It would be great if he could be brought into the same affiliated system.

Tang Gao walked to Training Ground No. 1 with a look of surprise, looking at Teacher Tian Qiang who was laughing and chatting with General Liu on the distant command platform, very surprised.

Teacher Tian Qiang is actually General Liu's Master!

Oh my!

Old Rascal, is the gold content of your 'Gold Medal Teacher' title that impressive?!

The person at Training Ground No. 1 was a spirited Shield Practitioner holding a shield. The other party looked like a young man in his twenties, in excellent physical condition, with well-developed muscles and a standard stance.

The Shield Practitioner saw Tang Gao's surprised expression and explained with a smile: "Back then, General Liu was a street hooligan. Teacher Tian Qiang felt sorry for him and taught him knowledge and Cultivation in his spare time. General Liu had an Epiphany one day, became a Cultivator, and entered the Military System to make his mark.

Later, when war broke out, Teacher Tian Qiang and General Liu fought together. General Liu also rose during that war and became a Genius of the Military System.

It can be said that Teacher Tian Qiang changed General Liu's life, leading him onto a completely different Dao.

Without Teacher Tian Qiang, there would probably be no General Liu, but rather a hooligan Liu."

Tang Gao clicked his tongue: "Had an Epiphany one day and became a Cultivator?"

Is this what a Genius is?

He learned and learned, had an Epiphany one day, and then blossomed in war, becoming an extremely young powerful person.

The Shield Practitioner shrugged: "You can ask anyone in the base about this matter… So, during the sparring later, I'll give you some Face."

Tang Gao: "?"

Tang Gao was a little displeased: "What do you mean by 'give some Face'?"

Do I need you to give me Face?

The Shield Practitioner chuckled: "First Rank Middle Stage Shield Practitioner, High Grade Earth System Steel attribute, proficient in a First Rank High Grade Level 10 defense technique… Little guy, I'm not belittling you. Just put in your full effort later. I'll give you a score based on your performance."

Tang Gao reined in some of his disdain and seriously scrutinized the other party.

Indeed, a High Grade Earth System Steel attribute, proficient in a First Rank High Grade Level 10 defense technique, plus being a Shield Practitioner, plus a First Rank Middle Stage cultivation.

This would require at least a decade of arduous Cultivation to achieve such an accomplishment.

Indeed, the other party had the right to boast.

However, this is not a reason for you to look down on me.

You can advise me, but you cannot dictate.

Tang Gao chuckled, preparing to give the other party a harsh blow: "Use full effort? I'm afraid I'll punch you to death."

The Shield Practitioner raised an eyebrow: "You?"

Tang Gao gasped: "Is being a loudmouth a required course for you Shield Practitioners?"

The Shield Practitioner suddenly realized and quickly apologized: "I'm sorry, I'm used to taunting. I'm not looking down on you, I just don't think you can hurt me."

A vein throbbed on Tang Gao's forehead. He clenched his fist, Battle Qi surging within him: "I'll go easy later. I'm afraid I'll kill you with one punch."

The Shield Practitioner smiled kindly: "Heh heh."

Tang Gao was furious, his eyes flashing with surging Battle Intent as he charged and threw a punch: "Die!"

The referee nearby was utterly speechless. He didn't want to blame the young man for being unable to control his temper and could only hurriedly add: "Begin."

This kid's mouth and his shield are truly a perfect match. Anyone would get angry.