Mech: Shattering of the Galaxy-Chapter 173 - 83: Taking the Stage

"He who rises to helm, dies sitting!"

The shaking of the vehicle body finally stopped, and the examinees raised their heads.

With a click, the sealed armor door opened, and without the thick layers of soundproofing, the noisy sounds from outside flooded in.

The people adjusted to the light and then all disembarked from the carriage.

A row of pitch-black all-terrain armored vehicles were parked together, and the cordon established by the soldiers did little to dampen the enthusiasm of the onlookers.

There were so many people around!

The examinees all widened their eyes in surprise.

Because the scale of this event was just too grand.

Above the Jilan Arena loomed a colossal warship, while below were over a dozen military mechas, hundreds of fully armed soldiers, rows of armored vehicles, and a variety of luxurious floating cars.

Those familiar with the scene knew this marked the end of the special recruitment test, and now quite a number of major powers had gathered here.

Because of the Jilan Arena’s unique geographical location, the military had not specifically imposed martial law.

Therefore, today, civilians and nobility alike had gathered to observe this impressive scene.

"Look, look, this year’s examinees are coming out!"

"They look so cool, the way they stand in their combat uniforms is so imposing!" a few young girls with hearts in their eyes watched as the examinees exited in succession.

These examinees, just having gone through the final test, bore scars, blood, and dirt on their bodies.

But for the flowers nurtured in a greenhouse, these young men of similar age were nothing short of their ideal princes.

What’s more, from now on, these young men were destined to be the chosen sons of heaven.

"Who do you fancy?" a girl nudged her companion and teased.

"Look at that guy, he’s so handsome, and he’s just my type, with a hint of naughtiness in his eyes," her companion said shyly, pointing towards one of the examinees.

Zhang Yuanren, with a faint smile on his face, truly had the demeanor of a young master from a prominent family at this moment. His eminent stature made him stand out distinctively, and his sharp eyes caught two young girls pointing and showing shy smiles at him.

The corners of his mouth couldn’t help but form a smile; he was well accustomed to these gazes, far superior to those rustics.

"Look, he smiled at me," the girl could not help but cover her chest, saying to the person beside her.

Besides, many harbored passionate gaze towards the young men in the arena.

"If only I could introduce my daughter to one of them," a portly man sighed.

"Ha-ha, is our big boss moved by the dragon among these men? How about I introduce you to a few young men?" a man with a Fu Manchu mustache wearing a buttoned long coat laughed.

"That would be great! Much appreciated, ha-ha-ha."

"And the introduction fee?..." the mustachioed man rubbed his fingers together.

"Sure thing, no problem!" the portly man responded grandly with a wave of his hand.

For a moment, people crowded around the Jilan Arena, and beneath the surface, there were hidden undercurrents.

The victor really does become king.

Mu Fan, whose hearing was far beyond that of an ordinary person, sighed inwardly after overhearing a few conversations.

As many examinees flowed in, the crowd mostly came to see something novel. But when the final victors emerged, the attitude of the spectators immediately changed.

Everyone focused on the victors because these victors were destined to become significant figures on the interstellar stage. Purple Jade Star was already a rather prosperous place, but now these fifty examinees, their futures would not merely be limited to some planet or some interstellar administrative district. Even some of them might ascend to the stage of history; such opportunities to watch geniuses grow were rare indeed!

The military paid no heed to the spectators’ thoughts. After the examinees assembled, a major came out and called to Mu Fan and the others,

"Please follow me, the representatives of the upcoming games from the Five Great Colleges are already waiting for you."

The tone and attitude were worlds apart from before, to say nothing of the coldness and indifference from the voice that had now completely vanished.

Because from now on, people like Mu Fan would embark on a four-year college journey, and after graduation, they would become the intermediate forces of the Federation Ground Forces.

The major was well aware that the potential of these individuals in front of him was greater than that of officers like himself.

The people you’ll work with in the future, why make enemies for yourself?

"First, I’m giving everyone ten minutes to get ready. If you have any injuries, you can go to the medic for short-term treatment. Clean your faces; otherwise, don’t blame the academy for not recognizing you later, hehe."

Watching the major’s kind expression, some of the candidates began to boldly ask questions.

"Major, can I achieve what you have someday?"

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"Of course, you can. You’re bound to surpass me."

"Sir, may I add you as a contact?"

"Yes, privately, I believe we will become good friends," the major answered with a smile.

"Major..."

"Sir..."

For a moment, all sorts of titles were used as the major answered various questions with a smile on his face.

"Alright, go and get ready. We’ll assemble in ten minutes."

The major stopped talking and turned around.

"Yay!"

They were still young at heart, and after being tense for several days, they finally let go of their anxiety. They were about to face life’s big decision in their best condition.

This time, there were private washrooms. Each room was over twenty square meters, and the luxurious decor made some of the civilian candidates feel restrained.

Mu Fan saw "warm water" written and turned on the tap, letting the warm water wash over his face.

The dried blood on his face was gradually washed away, and the warmth made every pore feel relaxed.

Huff~

He let out a deep breath. After drying with a soft towel, the mirror reflected a tall, dashing young man with bright, calm eyes that added to his spirited look.

The combat uniform had a self-cleaning function, so it didn’t need much wiping. Mu Fan just cleaned the dirty areas and stepped out of the room.

The final battle was not over yet. What followed was the moment that would decide his ultimate fate!

"All candidates have assembled. Fifty outstanding candidates, follow me."

The critical moment had finally arrived!

The corridor they walked through this time was different from the long, dark one before.

Reflective walls, comfortable biomaterial flooring, and rows of ambiance lights guiding the way.

As they approached the bright spot ahead, less than ten meters away, voices began to be heard.

A few more steps, and suddenly the view brightened up!

A golden hall, majestic murals, dazzling lights, and countless gazes.

The five lofty chairs and...

The empty stage that was the center of everyone’s attention!

"Please, the fifty candidates enter the waiting area. We will now announce the selection rules!"

"Fifty individuals will take the stage in turn. Each will face questions from the Five Great Colleges individually, and each will have three minutes of interaction time. During this period, either the candidate or the colleges can propose conditions, which the opposite party can choose to accept or not! If a candidate and a college reach an agreement, they’re admitted on the spot. If not, they’ll be placed into a second-choice pool and allocated to any college that still has less than ten spots left, without any additional conditions!"

"The selection starts! Candidate ’Jiang Bu,’ please come to the stage!"

A not-so-tall but sturdy young man stood up, face brimming with uncontrollable joy, and stepped onto the stage.

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