The middle-aged Director Franz of the Internal Guard strode into the arena with an air of arrogant indifference, his face etched with an owl-like grimness and sharpness.
He surveyed the students in the stands as if inspecting his territory, and only after the one to two thousand students fell silent, not daring to even breathe, did he let out a noncommittal snort and walk to the center of the arena.
He glanced expressionlessly at the girls of the Student Union who had just stood up from the audience, then glared warningly at the bigwigs of the Brotherhood, and finally looked at Yu Lian and Wien, who had emerged from the simulated command module.
“What day is it today, Wien?” he suddenly asked, his tone slow, as if deliberately increasing his oppressive presence little by little.
Wien slightly parted his lips but said nothing.
“It seems Wien’s memory isn’t very good. Then, tell me, Yu Lian. You tell me, what day is it today?”
Yu Lian was slightly taken aback, then looked at Director Franz again, confirming his face was indeed someone he didn’t know.
However, because the other party’s aura was too strong, he still hesitated and said, “January 12th?”
At this moment, Feifei, who had already walked to his side, quickly added, “Yes, it is January 12th.
Marshal Borong Deng, one of our independent leaders and the first principal of our Central Defense University, announced the establishment of the Youth Volunteer Army on this day in 764.
Then, three days later, he led this force to attack the Governor's Office, firing the first shot for the independence of the Earthlings.”
Seeing that the other party’s expression seemed to have softened a little, Miss Fina, the president of the Central Defense University’s Student Union, paused and continued in a clear, broadcast-like tone, “Director Franz, it is precisely to commemorate the first shot of the independence movement that we have this warm-up simulated battle.
All actions have been filed with the Student Union and approved by the university’s venue management!”
At this moment, Yu Lian and Wien, and all the students Present, truly wanted to prostrate themselves before their Miss Fina.
“Fina Li, even though I’ve only been in office for a month, I’ve heard many stories about you.
I know you are an excellent young person.
I just hope your excellence doesn’t turn into mere cleverness,” Director Franz said indifferently.
Then, before anyone could speak, he added, “Today is Monday, and that’s all!
It’s evening now, a time for self-study or rest, and that’s all!
It’s still January, the beginning of the semester when coursework is heaviest, and that’s all!
Many of you fourth-year graduates have already completed your credits and are preparing your theses, so you have plenty of time to waste!
However, there are many lower-grade students whose valuable study and rest time will be occupied by your activities today, do you admit that?”
Feifei was silent for a moment. “This, perhaps I didn’t consider it thoroughly enough…”
Yu Lian was a little surprised; this was the first time he had seen Feifei at a disadvantage.
However, before he could say anything, Wien had already spoken: “Director Franz, even the younger students are adults who should be responsible for their own lives and studies!
They have the right to choose whether to review their homework, go to sleep, or come to watch the simulated battle between me and this… Yu Lian.”
“Wien, according to your statement, adults have the freedom to choose everything.
Then why do we need academies, why do we need instructors, why do we need school rules and military discipline?
Wouldn’t it be enough to just give all the textbooks to the students and let them self-study?”
“This…” Wien was also shot down.
Subsequently, Director Franz looked at Yu Lian, who was watching the show, and the latter immediately wanted to lean back and roll away.
He wasn’t afraid of Director Franz, but he felt that what the other party said made a lot of sense.
Just as he was having a headache, another person entered the arena.
He was wearing a crisp general’s uniform with a general’s star on his collar; he was slightly older, but his posture was very upright, and his demeanor was very amiable.
He looked like a prominent figure who combined military prowess with scholarly elegance.
“Forget it, Ike, this is also a glorious tradition of our students.
It’s always better to let students watch the peak duel of the most excellent students in the fields of Wisdom and courage than to just bury themselves in books in the academy.”
He smiled gently, completely like a kind-hearted uncle next door, the kind who is learned, enjoys physical exercise, and is particularly warm-hearted.
Everyone must dream of having such a neighbor, right?
He was Brigadier General Robnan, the Vice Principal of Central Defense University, and the “brother and good friend” of all students.
This elegant uncle nodded and smiled at Yu Lian and Wien, seemingly without any favoritism, and said with a laugh, “However, due to some technical glitches, there was a small problem, and ultimately no winner was decided!
So, let’s call it a draw.”
Wien shook his head, and though somewhat dejected, he sincerely said, “I lost…”
“No, it’s a draw.
I’ve also seen your battle situation; Yu Lian’s fighting style is unconventional, but it’s not executable on a real battlefield.
If it were a regular simulated battle, I would definitely rule him in violation.”
Brigadier General Robnan probably felt that saying this was too obvious a bias, so he added, “Of course, an unconventional fighting style is also part of creativity and imagination; as long as it can be put into practice in the future, it will naturally make for an excellent cadet.”
“So, for this simulated battle, I announce that both students, Horatio Wien and Yu Lian, will each receive one credit!” he declared loudly.
This was a typical case of giving benefits without cost.
Yu Lian and Wien had actually already accumulated enough credits, but because they were in the Department of Strategic Studies, they still needed a “forward-looking thesis” to graduate.
Additionally, if they had any ambition for the tiger amulet, they also had to consider their GPA, or average score.
However, these added credits and conduct points were on the same level, they wouldn’t be included in the GPA at all, making them useless to both of them.
Horatio Wien glanced at the Vice Principal, hiding his disdain in his eyes.
He didn’t even shake hands with the other party, but first saluted Director Franz, then casually turned his face slightly towards Brigadier General Robnan, indicating that this was also a salute to him.
After the salute, he ignored Brigadier General Robnan’s stiff smile, but clapped expressionlessly for Yu Lian, then left surrounded by the Brotherhood.
Yu Lian was slightly startled, then realized that Wien was conceding to him, so he made a V-sign to Feifei and the other girls, which brought a burst of laughter from them.
Then, he looked at his roommates, wanting to make another silly peace sign, but saw that the three idiots were already waving their hands dismissively.
“Boo~~~” his roommates booed dismissively.
“Boo~~~” the onlookers continued to boo, and then their jeers began to gain rhythm.
“Boo!” “Boo!” “Boo!” “Boo!” Such sounds lingered, pressing in from all directions, making Yu Lian feel a bit down for a moment.
My popularity is indeed not great… But for some reason, even though everyone was booing me, Vice Principal Robnan’s smile became increasingly stiff.
“Disperse!” Director Franz roared, his single voice actually overpowering the one to two thousand people Present, and everyone immediately fell silent, scattering like birds and beasts.
Of course, before that, Yu Lian and the girls of the Student Union had already fled in disarray.
“Ahahaha, you didn’t even see the expressions on those stupid guys from the Brotherhood after Wien was blown up.”
Daina patted Annie’s shoulder, overjoyed, leaning half her body against her.
The Russian girl was a bit annoyed, but feeling the fullness of the other party leaning on her shoulder made her even more annoyed.
“Zhi Xia, did you record it?” Lilia asked.
“Recorded, recorded, not only did I record it, but I also uploaded it to the campus network,” Zhi Xia said, then looked at Eaglet Tsukasa Ruri, who was just smiling without a word, and pouted, “Oh right, someone even arranged the background music.”
Eaglet Tsukasa Ruri pursed her small lips and smiled faintly, then looked at Yu Lian and Feifei, who were walking ahead and talking.
“It must have been that old man Robnan who pulled the plug, right?”
“That’s probably the only reason.
Heh, equipment failure during a simulated battle is a safety hazard!
Afterward, I will submit an opinion to the school in the name of the Student Union.
Major Cui Jun-hee, who manages the equipment, seems to be Vice Principal Robnan’s confidant.”
“…”
“Heh, but I always thought Colonel Weige himself would come to cause trouble today.
He didn’t show up this time? That’s so unlike him.”
“Colonel Weige is hospitalized, oh, they said he moved to the infirmary yesterday,” Zhi Xia said.
“Oh, that’s even more interesting.” Feifei was even more amused, genuinely unable to hold back her laughter.
“Yes, and he’s not faking it.
Apparently, he has some kind of mental illness,” Eaglet Tsukasa Ruri nodded.
“Is that so~~~” Feifei drew out her words, looking at Yu Lian suspiciously.
Yu Lian turned his head to look at the blue Earth outside the dome, and quickly changed the subject: “…By the way, who is that Director Franz?”
“Oh, Yu’er wasn’t back yet when he took office.
That’s Director Franz, an officer of the Internal Guard, the academy’s newly appointed Director of Instruction.”
“They say he came with a mission,” Zhi Xia said.
“Hmm, I heard that too.
The Pulan incident really angered the Defense Committee.
That’s why they sent a direct Internal Guard officer to be responsible for rectifying the school’s atmosphere,” Annie said.
“It’ll be impossible to sneak out for all-nighters anymore, right?” Daina had a bit of a headache.
“So what? We’re all graduating,” Lilia said.
Just as their conversation was about to look to the future, Horatio Wien emerged from the shadows of the streetlights like a ghost, his face grim.
The girls were startled, but as military cadets, they didn’t scream “Ah!”
“Ah ha, still not convinced? Call all your little brothers,” Lilia flared up, immediately striking a White Crane Spreading Wings pose.
Wien was very embarrassed.
He was alone here, and he couldn’t possibly really fight a group of girls.
Is this how you see me?
He really wanted to see Miss Fina’s expression, but he didn’t dare to look.
Of course, as the most kingly president in the history of the Brotherhood, the dignified “King of the Moon,” no matter how angry he was, he had to maintain his demeanor.
So, he remained standing, staring intently at Yu Lian with domineering eyes, until the latter felt a bit restless.
Yu Lian wasn’t scared, but he was also a bit embarrassed.
Feifei smiled and instructed everyone, “Everyone, go back first.
Let the boys handle boy stuff themselves.”
“But, Fina…”
“Go, go.” Feifei had high appeal among these girls, and she quickly led them away.
Yu Lian watched the girls leave longingly, then looked at Wien, who was staring at him with eyes as wide as copper bells, feeling not only embarrassed but even a little ashamed.
The two stood glaring at each other for nearly half a minute, and just as Yu Lian decided that if the other party didn’t speak, he would smash his dog’s head, he heard Wien suddenly say, “I, I want to review the game!”
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