Chapter 17

"Du classmate, if you want to give it a try, just be careful. The experimental mechs have emergency brakes, so nothing will happen. With your level two body technique, you can have a good practice. The mechs without weapon systems are only stronger in defense and flexibility. Veterans with level two body technique often practice hand-to-hand with civilian mechs."

Instructor Fang didn't want this to happen, but since the target was Du Nan, he didn't object.

This new body technique prodigy, he couldn't see clearly.

Taking this opportunity to understand Du Nan better would be a good thing. At least, the report required by the military could be more detailed.

"Alright!"

Du Nan knew that if he didn't show his skills, these 'incited elementary school students' wouldn't give up.

"So, let's find a..." Tie Lei was about to speak.

Du Nan stepped forward, waved his hand, "No need for that. Just give me ten seconds."

Without waiting for Tie Lei to get into position, he took a bounding step... Du Nan advanced like lightning, shoulder-checking the mech. With a loud boom, Du Nan sidestepped, kicked the mech's back knee, making it kneel. He then struck the mech's neck with his elbow, shattering the energy board at the connection point. With both hands, he forcibly disassembled the mech. In five seconds, a civilian mech had lost its combat capability.

Tie Lei inside the mech was stunned.

He couldn't react.

"This level of armor." Du Nan, having disassembled the mech, let go, slightly disdainful, "It's even a bit worse than the hard shell of a violent beetle. Without a weapon system, it can barely withstand a dozen adults. If you really want to use it in battle, this combat power is useless."

After saying that, Du Nan turned and returned to Li Wenfu's side.

Ignoring the terrified crowd.

Among those present, Instructor Fang wasn't too surprised. He had seen this before. Large hunting insects, berserk兽人 warriors, and star beasts had torn apart countless mechs with their bare hands. Even mechs powered by genetic cores, they had destroyed countless. Civilian mechs without weapon systems were not intimidating to some veterans. Du Nan, with a body technique score of 186, could easily disassemble a civilian mech.

However, a student who hadn't yet come of age disassembled a mech in a few seconds.

This wasn't just a matter of being talented or not.

"Du classmate lives in the civilian area and has hunted many mutated insects and beasts, right?" Wu Mingzhao's eyes were filled with intense displeasure. He was used to being the center of attention and couldn't tolerate a brighter star standing next to him. He casually tried to undermine Du Nan's identity.

"Sure, is there a problem with that?" Du Nan had seen this type of person before, encountering many such immature 'second generations' in his previous life.

At the same time, a member of a noble family.

Li Wenfu, who was 'mentally mature before physically grown,' was relatively rare.

"No, it's just a bit of a pity." Wu Mingzhao saw Tie Lei exit the mech, and suddenly waved his hands, lifting the mech into the air.

"Ah!" The astonishing action drew a chorus of exclamations.

The girls' hearts raced.

Creak!

In a sound that made everyone's teeth ache, the mech was 'twisted' into a pile of scrap by Wu Mingzhao. Accepting the god-like gazes of the crowd, he said with satisfaction, "Instructor Fang, I'll compensate for the mech. I'll transfer the money to the school account later. Du classmate, you are indeed gifted. It's a pity, though, if you could awaken magic power, our Blue Sea Star would have another war ace."

"Right! Right!"

Wu Mingzhao revealed his 'magic power warrior' identity, and all eyes immediately focused on him. The girls, not even hearing what he said, were already in agreement. It seemed that whatever a magic power warrior said was always right. The other students subconsciously moved closer to Wu Mingzhao, as if they wanted to bask in his glory.

Li Wenfu smiled calmly.

Instructor Fang shook his head inwardly.

Wu Mingzhao had talent, family background, and a good appearance. But his mindset... compared to Li Wenfu, another second generation from a noble family, he was far behind. With his identity as a magic power warrior, the entire Blue Sea Star would indulge him. Why bother to compete with a small body technique prodigy? It's like a superstar getting upset with a newcomer who just won a small award.

Others would think it beneath their dignity.

Du Nan smiled without speaking. At this moment, he understood the high status of magic power warriors. Even a clumsy performance could draw such high praise. This had nothing to do with Wu Mingzhao's character or ability; it was entirely due to his identity as a magic power warrior.

Clap, clap!

Instructor Fang clapped his hands, coughed, and smiled, saying, "Magic power warrior, using mental control. Very impressive, right, everyone? People often say that body technique warriors are the best companions for magic power warriors. As students of the Military Physical Academy, how can you not have some knowledge of magic power? With the consent of a new recruit, we will attempt a live core fusion demonstration today, right before your eyes. This will be your closest encounter."

Before Instructor Fang finished speaking, the crowd was already buzzing.

They hadn't expected that there were other magic power awakeners in this new class.

"Everyone, follow me."

Instructor Fang led the way, and the students excitedly followed. Wu Mingzhao was slightly taken aback; he hadn't received any prior notice. He felt a bit annoyed but smiled, thinking: Magic power warriors don't need to train; they just need to fuse with a genetic core. But not every fusion is successful. I hope he doesn't fail and embarrass himself in front of everyone.

They descended two levels.

The group arrived at a wider basement.

On both sides of the corridor, sealed boxes contained various peculiar 'devices.' Before anyone could speak, Instructor Fang began his lecture: "I'm sure you've all seen some of these. These are things you need to familiarize yourselves with, part of your required courses. They are all genetic cores."

"Teacher," a small black girl raised her hand to ask.

Instructor Fang nodded in acknowledgment.

The black girl asked, "Teacher, aren't genetic cores all crystal-like? Why... are there mechanical parts and things that look like human hearts here? These things that look like gems or fruits, are they all genetic cores?"

"That's right, they are," Instructor Fang replied, opened a box, and took out a 'fruit,' saying to the group, "Genetic cores containing magic power come in various forms. What you see on TV and in textbooks is just the most common type. The outer appearance isn't important; the magic power level is what matters. Speaking of which, does anyone know what the main adaptability type of magic power warriors on Blue Sea Star is?"

Hearing this, Du Nan found it uninteresting but knew that these basics were the first hurdle in learning. Once you passed this threshold, it would be easier.

"It's water type."

Wu Mingzhao, seeing the crowd's reaction, quickly answered, "Over 90% of magic power warriors in the Blue Sea Federation have water-type genetic core adaptability. A few have wind or earth types, and almost none have fire type. I've also heard that in the entire Azure Star Alliance, most magic power warriors are water type, and other types are rare."

Instructor Fang nodded.

Continuing as if giving a lecture, he asked, "Wu classmate is correct. On Blue Sea Star and in our Azure Star Alliance, most are water type. Wu classmate, do you know what kind of core is commonly used by our magic power warriors?"

"Of course I do," Wu Mingzhao hurriedly showed off, glancing at the crowd with a hint of pride, explaining, "The basic cores used by awakeners are one-star water-type genetic cores, mostly 'turbid flow core, slow flow core, water pattern core, and pure water core.' Most people are suitable for the slow flow core and water pattern core, a few for the turbid flow core. Warriors in the Blue Sea Federation almost never use the pure water core."

Clap, clap, clap! Hearing this, Instructor Fang led the applause, and the students followed.

This made Wu Mingzhao feel incredibly satisfied.

His expression was relaxed.

Hearing this, Du Nan felt puzzled. Genetic cores are the source of a magic power warrior's strength. The first genetic core fused after awakening forms the basis for the warrior's 'characteristics.' For example, the slow flow core has the 'slowing' effect, which is very advantageous in one-on-one combat. The water pattern core has the ability to detect and conceal, making it an excellent characteristic.

However, in Du Nan's mind, the pure water core, which has no special characteristics, was the best.

Because it has the highest compatibility with other cores.

In the future, when fusing with two-star, three-star, and higher cores, having a pure water core as a foundation makes it easier to succeed.

Why don't people like it?

Is it just for the initial minor advantages, sacrificing future convenience?

"Wu classmate, as a magic power warrior, you are indeed well-informed. Classmates, what he said is correct. The use of genetic cores is roughly as described. The pure water core has the highest compatibility but is also the hardest to fuse. Many have tried, but few succeed. Well, let's not talk about this anymore. Next, please welcome our new classmate, Lu Sheng, to demonstrate a full fusion process. Everyone, give him a round of applause!"

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