98: Warring States

The Hegemony of Nations.

Su Feng had heard of it before.

It is said that every year a new Secret Realm or Dungeon is developed, or perhaps a Mineral Vein.

In short, they are ownerless resources.

Various countries select ten people to enter the challenge, and ownership is ultimately determined by the rankings.

And there are only ten spots available each year.

And all of them must be rookies!

This is a universally recognized rule across the entire Blue Star.

Su Feng didn't expect to be directly designated as the team leader; this was quite surprising.

"Long Jiu, here is the information on the rest of the team."

Long Lu handed over a sheet of paper preserved by a Magic Secret Array with his right hand, and added, "In three days, Teacher Xing Wushuang will lead you there via teleportation."

"However, you must be careful beforehand!"

"More than ten years ago, Dragon Country's performance improved by leaps and bounds, always placing in the top three."

"But in recent years, some countries have banded together to suppress Dragon Country. Especially last year, we only took third place, and even... lost five people!"

A clear look of anger was visible on Long Lu's handsome face.

"This year, I fear it will be even worse!"

"You must be doubly careful!"

"This is some information I compiled specifically for you. It briefly covers some powerful contestants from other countries. Take a look when you have time..."

Su Feng hadn't expected Long Lu to go to such lengths.

"Thank you!"

"No need to be polite... We are all doing this for Dragon Country!"

Long Lu finished speaking and left.

Su Feng opened the paper; it mainly contained information on contestants from Sakura Island, Eagle Sauce Country, and Sneaky Puddle.

The information on these individuals was the most detailed.

Countries like Rakshasa Country and Kangaroo Lone Continent did not have such detailed introductions.

After Su Feng browsed through it, all the information was automatically stored in his mind.

However, the information inside was relatively vague.

For example, the profiles of three individuals from Sakura Island gave absolutely no hints about their skills or classes.

It must be kept extremely confidential!

"That's about it... I'll go back and prepare. When the time comes, I'll just sweep through them!"

After Su Feng left the Class Change Hall, he quickly received a message from Xing Wushuang.

He was told to prepare, and if he needed any help, he could contact Xing Wushuang in advance.

Su Feng simply responded, and then began to busy himself with his own affairs.

However, he didn't expect Kong Ye to be among them!

It seems he should take this opportunity to get back the thirty million dragon coins!

Su Feng spent the next two days challenging different Secret Realms and Dungeons, and his current level reached four hundred and twenty-one.

There is still some distance before the Sixth Turn.

However, it should be enough to cope with this Hegemony of Nations.

Early morning.

Xing Wushuang was already standing early on the periphery of the Teleportation Magic Formation, carefully observing the ten people below.

"Everyone, here, I must tell you a cruel piece of news!"

"To be able to secure a spot in the Hegemony of Nations is enough to show that you are already extremely outstanding, the elites among your peers, but..."

"This is also unfortunate news!"

Xing Wushuang sighed helplessly.

"Now that Dragon Country's momentum is strong, other countries have already united to suppress us. During the contest, even if you kill an opponent, their home country cannot interfere."

"Therefore, this is the first life-and-death battle where you will truly grow!"

Xing Wushuang looked at the crowd, his gaze intensely fervent, even revealing a bloody intent.

"Last year, Dragon Country took second place in the Hegemony of Nations at the cost of five lives."

"Everyone, I am not trying to discourage you here, but rather urging you to gather all your focus and attention to face this trial!"

"In the past, contestants who participated in the Hegemony of Nations were almost all absorbed into the Dragon Seed upon their return."

"I believe you understand what that means!"

When Xing Wushuang finished speaking, everyone except Su Feng began breathing rapidly.

Of course, they knew what that meant!

Enjoying the full support of Dragon Country's resources means their future achievements will definitely be extraordinary!

Only one person's expression remained utterly calm.

Su Feng had seen this person in the provided information.

He was not a student of Dragon Abyss Academy.

But Chen Ge, who came from Aotian Academy.

His strength was considered below that of Dragon Abyss Academy.

Because of this, Su Feng specifically checked Chen Ge's performance records and found that he was perfectly qualified to study at Dragon Abyss Academy.

Yet he still chose the second-tier Aotian Academy.

He didn't understand why.

"Everyone, these are Life-Saving Talismans prepared for you by Dragon Abyss Academy."

"If you cannot win, just tear it up."

"Your future achievements will be immense, and Dragon Country cannot bear such heavy losses!"

Everyone accepted them, their expressions solemn.

Xing Wushuang turned and walked toward the Teleportation Array.

"Once everything is ready, we depart!"

...Youyou Plain.

On the periphery of this location, there were already more than a hundred people standing.

And people could still be seen arriving from time to time.

"Mr. Kasol, our plan this time is already flawless. Last time, we let Dragon Country's contestants narrowly escape, giving them a chance to breathe."

"I believe... this time they will absolutely have no hope of survival!"

A middle-aged man wearing a wide robe and sporting a small square mustache beneath his nose was respectfully speaking to the white-skinned, yellow-haired man next to him.

"Rui Chuan Gang Ban, this time, have your Sakura Island students fully cooperate with our Eagle Sauce Country."

"Of course, you will certainly receive your share of the benefits!"

Kassor Kounafu was puffing on a cigar, his thick lenses reflecting a dazzling glare.

"Also joining us are Sneaky Puddle, Kangaroo Lone Continent, Iron Tower Fence, Big Ben Cluster..."

"As for the spots belonging to those smaller countries, I have already completed the replacement."

"As long as we crush Dragon Country, you can take one-third of that vast territory afterward."

Hoo!

Thick smoke billowed from his mouth, spreading through the air.

Rui Chuan Gang Ban felt immense indignation in his heart.

This was different from what they had agreed upon!

Didn't they say half?

This guy changed his mind at the last minute!

They were the ones who risked opening a slight crack in Dragon Country's Abyss Rift earlier, and now this is the result?!

Damn it!

But who told them their national strength wasn't strong enough, and they still had to guard against powerful Magical Beasts in the surrounding seas beneath their island!

Finding suitable land to inhabit was already a matter of urgency!

"Alright, we will cooperate fully!"

Buzz!

Following a sound, Xing Wushuang appeared with the team.

This immediately drew the attention of the surrounding people.

And their eyes all held a hint of mockery, even carrying a faint killing intent.

"Oh dear... Mr. Xing Wushuang, it's been a long time!"

Kassor laughed loudly and immediately walked over, extending his hand.

Xing Wushuang snorted coldly and ignored him completely.

How could he not know about everything targeting Dragon Country?!

But sometimes, he could only endure it!

If they were forced into war, it wouldn't be good for either side!

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