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Chapter 273 "Preparatory Disaster Hunt" Assessment
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Wang Xi held the new deep purple card "Human World's Joyful Years" and thought to himself.

next second.

A flash of deep purple light.

After receiving the card's enhancement, Wang Xi felt his strength leap forward.

'This is a power completely different from that of the "Ancient Dragon Lord," yet it is in no way inferior to it…'

He carefully felt the surging power within his body and couldn't help but take a deep breath.

'Now, all my main battle cards in both the Mystic and Fairy Tale systems are Supreme Chapter Deep Purple cards. I wonder how my affix rating is?'

Wang Xi eagerly checked his own entry, only to find it had changed—

"Wang Xi (Title: 5-Star/Legendary)"

Five-star gold-framed title!

"finally……"

Wang Xi smiled.

His strength rating has finally caught up with Chu Nai's.

The five-star gold-framed title represents the pinnacle of "Taiyu" level combat power!
Looking at the entire Kunwu Camp, perhaps only the principal and the four deans, who possess "Disaster Hunt" level combat power, can truly overpower him.

Wang Xi raised his hand and clenched his fist.

A surge of powerful energy welled up inside me.

"very good!"

The curve of his lips became more pronounced.

But soon, a hint of doubt flashed in Wang Xi's eyes.

'That's right, Chu Nai has been in Dongzhou for almost a week now, why hasn't she come back yet? She hasn't even sent me a message...'

Thinking of this, he simply picked up his phone and sent a text message to Chu Nai.

However, after waiting for nearly ten minutes, there was still no reply.

'Could something have happened?'

Wang Xi frowned.

...

...

Early the next morning.

Wang Xi skipped class for the first time ever.

He went straight to the Spade Academy office building and found Ms. Rosa in the dean's office on the top floor.

"Wang Xi?" The woman in the red dress, who was watering the flowers by the window, turned around and raised an eyebrow. "It's class time now, what are you doing here?"

Before Wang Xi could ask anything, the dean seemed to have thought of something and then said:

"Oh, by the way, I happen to need to talk to you about something."

"Dean, what is it?"

Wang Xi asked curiously.

“That’s how it is.” Ms. Rosa put down the delicate glass showerhead, gracefully walked behind her desk, and sat down, gesturing for Wang Xi to sit as well. “Principal Zhang convened a small meeting yesterday with the deans and advisors of the four colleges…”

Wang Xi sat on the single sofa and listened as the dean continued:
"After discussion, we unanimously agree that your current abilities have reached the graduation level, and you are fully capable of trying the 'internship assessment' ahead of time."

"Internship...assessment?" Wang Xi asked, puzzled.

Ms. Rosa smiled and nodded: "Yes. Each cohort of Kunwu Camp trainees, upon successfully completing the 'Internship Assessment,' will graduate and be recorded in the 'Mountain and Sea Register,' becoming a formally serving 'Taiyu.'"

"But you are different; you are an exception."

The dean looked very pleased.

"You successfully completed all 50 levels of the 'Arena' during the group training session, which is enough to prove your strength. Therefore, Principal Zhang suggests giving you another chance."

"A higher-level authority than 'Grand Commander,' a qualifying spot for the 'Preparatory Disaster Hunt' assessment."

"We... have high hopes for you."

Ms. Rosa said in a deep voice.

"But it depends on your own wishes. If you feel it's too early, you can continue your studies at Kunwu Camp, and when the time is right, this spot will still be yours."

Wang Xi thought for a moment and asked, "Dean, could you reveal the specific content of the assessment?"

"That's not a problem."

Ms. Rosa laughed.

"In fact, both the 'Grand Commander' assessment and the 'Preparatory Disaster Hunt' assessment are practical combat exercises..."

"It was quite a coincidence this time. Large-scale disasters have occurred one after another in Dongzhou. The Haicheng Overlook Bureau sent a distress signal to 'Weitai' yesterday, and your assessment is to go to the rescue as an 'Outstanding Kunwu Battalion Student'."

"The assessment result will depend on your performance."

Hearing this, Wang Xi was stunned.

Dongzhou?

What a coincidence.

Chu Nai returned to his alma mater, Dongzhou University, on a mission, but why has he disappeared without a trace? Could it be because of a disaster?

Wang Xilue pondered for a moment.

He felt he could take on this "Preparatory Disaster Hunt" assessment and also take the opportunity to visit Dongzhou to inquire about Chu Nai's situation.

"Dean, I am willing to accept the assessment."

Wang Xi nodded solemnly.

“Okay.” Ms. Rosa smiled. “In that case, I will send you the relevant information and requirements for the assessment so you can prepare in advance.”

She operated the computer for a while.

Wang Xi's phone soon received a confidential document.

But instead of opening it immediately, he spoke:
"Dean, I'd like to ask about the situation of Chu Nai, a student from Red Heart Academy... She hasn't returned to Kunwu Camp for a week."

“Chu Nai…” Rosa hesitated. “You’re the girl who came from Gucheng with you, right? She took a long leave of absence, saying she received a message from her alma mater’s mentor and has urgent business to attend to in Dongzhou.”

"I'm not entirely clear on the specifics, but if you need, I can ask Dongzhou University on your behalf."

"Thank you, Dean."

Wang Xi stood up and gave a federal salute.

“It’s nothing.” Ms. Rosa shook her head. “Chunai is also an outstanding student of my Kunwu Camp, and has received high praise from Dean Xi… We should also pay more attention to her situation.”

...

...

That afternoon.

After getting ready, Wang Xi went to Kunwu Camp Square alone.

A giant silver shuttle was parked here early on.

It was specifically to send him to the Eastern Continent for the "Preparatory Disaster Hunt" assessment.

Life mentor Mrs. Du, along with her two adorable granddaughters Xiao Xiao and Lin Lin, stood by the silver shuttle to see him off.

"Go, Wang Xi!"

Xiao Xiao, a vibrant girl with pigtails, raised her pink fist and shouted loudly.

Linlin, the short-haired girl standing next to him, chimed in, "Big brother, you'll definitely pass the test! Linlin believes in you!"

"Thank you."

Wang Xi smiled and thanked the two girls.

Mrs. Du and Dean Rosa stepped forward together. Du Meijuan, with her graying hair, reached out to straighten Wang Xi's collar and said kindly:
"My child, you must come back safely."

Wang Xi hummed in agreement and nodded.

Dean Rosa then spoke up: "Wang Xi, Dongzhou University has sent word that Chu Nai, having inherited the core deck of her predecessor 'Haicheng Taiyu,' must fulfill corresponding obligations... She has been tasked with leading a team of elite students from Dongzhou University into the orange disaster zone 'Mechanical City,' designated A8 in Haicheng."

As the dean spoke, Wang Xi's brows furrowed deeper and deeper.

The "Mechanical City" disaster area originates from the Spade 5 dungeon "Puppet Master" and is a large disaster area.

It produces a special energy source called "etheric fluid," which can be considered a "variant" of "etheric crystal" and "etheric core."

It is in a liquid state, but for the same volume, it contains a hundred times more mysterious energy than ordinary "ether crystals" and contains a variety of different extraordinary elements.

Chu Nai has two tasks this time.

Firstly, it aims to safeguard the elite student body of Dongzhou University, ensuring the survival rate of these junior students and allowing them to gain practical experience.

Secondly, they will delve into the "Mechanical City" to scavenge enough "etheric fluid" and deliver it to the East Continent University laboratory to provide energy support.

Coincidentally.

The reason why Dongzhou University urgently needs "etheric fluid" is because of the "consciousness synchronization technology" that Wang Xi donated to the country.

The Federation has set up the production and research site for controllable giant robots in the laboratory of East Continent University.

With the support of national-level resources and various patented technologies, the Dongzhou University laboratory has initially produced the "Kuafu Type I" giant puppet.

It rivals the Gear Group's "Titan II" but surpasses it. However, the "etheric fluid," a raw material for energy, is extremely scarce, and mass production is currently facing a bottleneck.

"...However, Chu Nai's team has been in the 'Mechanical City' disaster area for over 48 hours and hasn't come out yet; communication has also been cut off."

Dean Rosa said in a deep voice, "Dongzhou University has launched an emergency investigation and rescue plan. You can try to see the specific situation when you go to Dongzhou for the assessment."

Wang Xi had already planned this, and nodded, saying, "Okay, Dean."

"Alright, let's set off."

Ms. Rosa said.

"Bon Voyage."

...

...

The colossal silver shuttle drew a dazzling silver line across the deep blue sky, finally hovering steadily above Haicheng, the capital of the Eastern Continent.

Instead of landing directly in the city center, it changed direction and flew towards a vast artificial lake in the south of the city.

The center of the lake.

A vast alloy platform, resembling a giant water lily leaf, floated silently on the water's surface. A visible pale blue energy barrier rippled along the platform's edge.

This is the headquarters of the Haicheng Warriors Association and the disaster response command center.

"Zhenyuantai"!
At this moment, the atmosphere on Zhenyuan Platform was solemn.

Dozens of men and women in different uniforms stood solemnly, their eyes all fixed on the sky. The two at the head of the group were a burly, bald man with a resolute face, wearing a crisp, dark blue uniform of the Haicheng Brave Association, with five stars shining brightly on his epaulets. He was none other than Lei Zhen, the president of the Haicheng Brave Association.

Standing next to him was a composed middle-aged man wearing gold-rimmed glasses, who was Zhou Mingyuan, the director of the Haicheng Overlook Bureau.

The two men frowned and spoke in hushed tones, the air pressure around them so low it seemed like water could be wrung out of them.

Lei Zhen was surrounded by more than a dozen high-ranking officers, all dressed in dark combat uniforms, with at least a three-star insignia on their armbands.

"...The situation is still deteriorating." Zhou Mingyuan's voice was low and weary. "I just received urgent reports from Forging City and Radiant City. The casualty figures are rising rapidly, especially in Radiant City. The 'Worm King,' the core of the disaster, has burrowed into the city's pipe network system, making cleanup extremely difficult. The losses... are probably incalculable."

Lei Zhen clenched his fists: "In just ten days, four medium-sized human settlements have all been hit by orange-level disasters of energy level 65 or above! Huicheng, Duancheng, Xicheng, Gangcheng... and now our Haicheng is being attacked from both sides!"

He paused, his voice filled with suppressed anger: "We haven't seen such a concentrated number of high-energy disasters in the last ten years!"

Zhou Mingyuan's gaze was sharp and worried: "Our Haicheng is the hardest hit area this time. The 'Snow Ghost Tide' in the northwestern suburbs, with an energy level of 71, is a typical 'legion' type disaster. The number of them has probably exceeded ten thousand. The defense team and volunteers are using their lives to fill the gaps in the defense line, and they are losing men every hour."

"The eastern coastline is even more troublesome. The 'Abnormal Cluster' has been preliminarily classified as having an energy level of 73, a 'King' type individual. The mental pollution it emits alone has driven the people at the three observation stations insane."

"Lord 'Haicheng Taiyu·Baiguhou' has been holding it back for two whole days, barely managing to stay afloat. She's exhausted and could collapse at any moment. Once she falls, the disaster core will land... and Haicheng's eastern district will be finished."

At this moment, a senior analyst overlooking the bureau, an elderly man with gray hair, interjected in a deep voice:

"Director Zhou, Chairman Lei, based on the residual energy characteristics of all the disaster areas, the abnormal spatiotemporal fluctuations of the triggering nodes, and the intelligence we've recently gathered... it's basically confirmed that this series of targeted, high-intensity disasters is 90% the work of the 'Etching Holy Mark Society.'"

"The Etching Holy Symbols Society..."

Lei Zhen narrowed his eyes, his gaze sharp.

"An S-class terrorist organization wanted by the World Alliance for years! What are they planning? To use the blood of millions of people in our Eastern Continent as sacrifices?! They must be brought to justice!"

“It’s not that simple, Lao Lei.” Zhou Mingyuan pressed down on Lei Zhen’s shoulder. “They’ve been quiet for a long time, and their recent high-profile and reckless attack must be backed by something, or… they’re carrying out a larger plan. Our most urgent task now is to stabilize the situation and minimize losses.”

He shook his head as he spoke: "The World Alliance has failed to capture them after so many years, which shows that these guys are not simple."

"The reinforcements from 'Weitai' are arriving soon, but..."

Zhou Mingyuan's tone carried a hint of complexity and uncertainty.

"Just what?" Lei Zhen pressed.

"It wasn't the 'Taiyu' squad we expected," Zhou Mingyuan sighed. "According to simultaneous reports from 'Weitai' and Deputy Director Wei Zhengyang of the Xuanzhou Overlook Bureau, it was... a cadet from the Kunwu Camp."

“A student? Alone?” Lei Zhen was stunned.

The higher-ups and senior officers who were listening intently all showed expressions of astonishment and disbelief.

Dongzhou has experienced six consecutive orange-level disasters.

What use is a person?

At this moment, a middle-aged woman wearing a vice president's uniform couldn't help but speak up, her voice filled with worry:

"Director Zhou, we all know the name of the Kunwu Camp, the cradle of the Federation's top geniuses. But... what's right in front of us are two orange-level cataclysmic beings with energy levels of 70+!"

"What good is a trainee, no matter how outstanding he is? Isn't this child's play? Aren't Kunwu Camp and 'Weitai' being far too arrogant?"

A murmur arose from the surrounding crowd.

Clearly, the female vice president voiced the doubts in most people's minds. Sending a cadet alone to rescue a double catastrophe of this magnitude sounded utterly absurd.

Zhou Mingyuan's expression turned serious as he scanned the crowd: "Director Wei specifically emphasized that this student is extraordinary. He successfully broke through the 50th level in the Xuanzhou 'Arena' disaster zone..."

"Um?!"

Level 50!

"hiss--"

After a brief silence, gasps of surprise rose and fell.

Those present were all high-ranking officials from the Eastern Continent, and they knew all too well what level 50 of the "Arena" meant. It was a height that countless active "Taiyu" could hardly reach!
A student who hasn't graduated yet...

They actually did it?!

The initial shock quickly turned into awe.

The doubts in Lei Zhen's eyes vanished instantly, replaced by astonishment and a glimmer of hope: "So that's how it is, no wonder... Old Zhou, what else did Director Wei say?"

"The Bureau of Health only said four words: 'The younger generation is truly formidable.'"

Zhou Mingyuan paused for a moment, then continued his analysis:

"Considering his abilities and 'Weitai's' arrangements, I speculate that this student named Wang Xi is likely undergoing a 'Preparatory Disaster Hunt' assessment—this rescue operation is his practical test."

Everyone suddenly understood and nodded.

If that's the case, then sending out just one trainee makes sense; it's the ultimate test of their abilities.

Thinking about the opponent's record, the doubts in everyone's hearts immediately disappeared, replaced by a sense of anticipation.

"Kunwu Camp has truly produced an extraordinary figure." Lei Zhen's tense expression relaxed, even revealing a slight smile. "Since they are 'Preparatory Disaster Hunters' here to help, and even more so, saviors of our Haicheng, everyone must treat them with the highest level of courtesy!"

"Yes!" Everyone responded in unison.

Before the words were even finished, the Giant Silver Shuttle had already landed precisely on the helipad in the center of the platform like a silver meteor. The hum of the engine gradually subsided, and the gangway slowly lowered.

Under the slightly curious gazes of everyone, a figure walked down unhurriedly.

The man was young, around twenty years old, with a tall and upright figure. He wore a simple black casual outfit that accentuated his relaxed demeanor. His hands were casually in his pockets, and his expression was as calm as if he were just there for sightseeing.

Compared to his impressive record of "50 levels" that was enough to shake the higher-ups, this image was far too reserved, even appearing somewhat nonchalant.

Only those eyes, as they swept across the entire room, possessed an indescribable depth and tranquility that sent a chill down the spines of those who met their gaze.

Lei Zhen and Zhou Mingyuan immediately led everyone forward, their faces beaming with warm smiles.

"Welcome! Welcome, Mr. Wang Xi, to Haicheng!"

Lei Zhen's voice boomed like a bell. He extended his hand first, his posture extremely humble. "I am Lei Zhen, the president of the Haicheng Brave Association, and this is Zhou Mingyuan, the director of the Overlooking Bureau. Thank you for the timely support from Kunwu Battalion and 'Weitai'! The entire Haicheng is deeply grateful!"

"Mr. Wang, you must have had a long journey!" Zhou Mingyuan smiled and extended his hand, his attitude extremely humble.

Wang Xi shook hands with them briefly, his movements natural and fluid, neither arrogant nor overly polite.

He smiled and nodded: "Chairman Lei, Director Zhou, everyone, please don't stand on ceremony. I am Wang Xi, and I have been sent by Kunwu Camp to represent 'Weitai' to support the disaster relief efforts in Haicheng. The situation is urgent, so please tell me if there is anything I can do."

Concise and to the point.

There was no unnecessary small talk, no affected manners.

This pragmatic, almost indifferent attitude, however, shocked Lei Zhen and Zhou Mingyuan, who were used to the clichés of officialdom, and their surprise deepened.

This young man is extraordinary.

The two quickly exchanged a glance.

As the intelligence chief, Zhou Mingyuan immediately gave a concise report on the current situation:
"Mr. Wang is a man of few words, so let's get straight to the point. Haicheng is currently facing two major catastrophes: about 70 kilometers to the northwest, there's a level 71 'Legion' type catastrophe called the 'Snow Ghost Tide,' which is being defended by the defense force and the main force of the Valiant Alliance. The pressure is immense, but they are barely managing to hold on."

"The most critical situation lies on the eastern coastline, where the 73rd level 'King' type cataclysmic 'Aberrant Cluster' is currently being held back single-handedly by Ms. Fu Xinyi, the 'Grand Marshal of the White Bones,' in this city. They have been fighting a grueling battle for over 48 hours. If the disaster core breaks through the blockade and lands, the consequences will be unimaginable."

Lei Zhen added earnestly:

"We hope Mr. Wang can first go to the East Coast to support 'White Bone Marquis.' Once that nuclear threat is resolved and our top combat forces are freed up, we can then concentrate our efforts to return to the Northwest, and the situation will be completely stabilized."

"Um……"

Wang Xi hesitated briefly, then nodded slightly without hesitation.
"Understood. Please provide me with the location of 'White Bone Marquis' and the disaster core information as well."

Zhou Mingyuan made a hand gesture.

The assistant immediately took out a tablet and operated it; Wang Xi's phone quickly received the document.

Immediately afterward, to everyone's astonishment, Wang Xi nodded, and his figure moved—

He seemed to transform into a condensed black streak in an instant, soaring into the air and disappearing from everyone's sight, heading straight east.

The speed was far beyond everyone's expectations!
Even the experienced high-ranking warriors only saw a blur before the young man vanished without a trace, leaving only faint magical fluctuations in the air.

An eerie silence fell over the platform.

Lei Zhen, Zhou Mingyuan, and other high-ranking officials and soldiers were all frozen in place, staring blankly in the direction where Wang Xi had disappeared, unable to recover for a long time.

"This Mr. Wang is really straightforward."

Zhou Mingyuan coughed.

This is……

What kind of strength and confidence do you have to conquer all 50 levels of the "Arena"?
The efficiency, the speed, the decisiveness... it's truly astonishing!
Lei Zhen laughed twice, patted Zhou Mingyuan on the shoulder, and said excitedly, "Old Zhou! There's hope! There's definitely hope!"

Zhou Mingyuan also came to his senses, looked at the almost invisible black dot in the east, and nodded heavily: "Now, it depends on whether Mr. Wang can help Ms. Fu kill the disaster."

He then took out his communicator and ordered: "All! Immediately connect Mr. Wang Xi's movements and highest-level access to the Eastern Theater Command command chain... Notify 'White Bone Marquis' that reinforcements have arrived, targeting the East Coast! Tell her to hold on!"

(End of this chapter)