Chapter 325 Untitled

Three seconds later, Li Mochen's convoy passed safely over the Ishbir Viaduct.

"As you requested, Boss, the magic tower defense array was not triggered."

On the Otto I armored vehicle, Alisa reported sideways: "There's a small issue with Li Tailai—he hasn't fully mastered the power of the Thorned Iron Fist, causing a bit of a stir."

"Is it serious? Can it be wrapped up without leaving a trace?"

After receiving a positive answer from Alisa, Li Mochen put the matter out of his mind.

This assassination squad from the Dragon Witch Cult was undoubtedly powerful; even a legendary-level expert would find it hard to escape unscathed under their ambush. But now that he was on guard and had tracked all their movements, death was their only outcome.

What concerned him more now was how to use the large sum of money obtained from Michelle.

On the continent of Antolia, he could now attempt to get a foothold. The 450 million gifted by Michelle, along with his own nearly 150 million in cash and precious metals, had given him enough confidence. The addition of the legendary lich Lind Emers further boosted his spirits.

As long as Alexandra Candela's third offer satisfied him, he could try to form a fleet.

Then there was the Aldrich Building, which could be used as collateral for a loan when acquiring Firefly Media. It was a high-quality asset; even in the two years following the economic downturn, the annual rent collected from the Aldrich Building amounted to 77 million gold shields. After deducting maintenance costs for the magic array and the building itself, as well as expenses for property and security personnel, the building's annual profit exceeded 18 million, and its valuation of 400 million was no issue.

So in the next few days, he could try to probe whether the Flag-Hunting Group behind Firefly Media had any intention of selling this subsidiary.

This task could be entrusted to Ms. Nanette Drew, who seemed to have extremely powerful information channels, even surpassing their family's chief information officer.

Of course, he couldn't appear too eager; just maintaining attention would suffice to avoid the Flag-Hunting Group raising the price.

Also, it was time to turn his attention to the NHSAA individual fighting competition in Georgia.

After winning the Atlanta NHSAA individual championship, he had not participated in any matches for nearly a month. However, the academy had been advancing triumphantly in team events and had already won the team championship.

But next, the state-level NHSAA individual fighting competition was about to be held. Over the next month, elite players from all over Georgia would gather in Atlanta to compete. Only the top three high school students would qualify for the national competition.

However, what truly troubled Li Mochen now was St. Macon High School, led by Claude Antel. Given the current situation, Linden Academy's team might very well be defeated when facing this school.

...

Ten days later, in the gymnasium of Linden Academy, William Jacques, after blocking an opponent's strike, was sent flying, his body uncontrollably thrown out of the arena under the immense force.

Right after William's defeat, Louise Linden beside him was quickly struck on the leg by a training sword under the pincer attack of two opponents, judged as incapacitated. Then it was Angela and Lina's turn.

In less than three seconds, only Li Mochen remained on the high platform used for team combat training, facing three 'sparring partners' who were helping them simulate exercises.

There was no need to continue. Li Mochen took off his helmet and mask, frowning deeply in contemplation. Not far away, William, who had just gotten up from the ground, asked Carl Holton incredulously: "Are you sure they are that strong? Five entire 13th-level Outlaws?"

To help them prepare for St. Macon High School, the Nathan Sports Group had directly deployed five 13th-level Outlaws to conduct simulated combat exercises.

But William doubted the strength of St. Macon High School, believing that the Nathan Sports Group had exaggerated the strength of their opponents.

"I think they might be even stronger."

Carl said solemnly: "According to our investigation, St. Macon High School now has at least two Divine Grace users, mastering Advanced Precision Domain, Advanced War Domain, Advanced Strength Domain, Advanced Glory Domain, and Advanced Power Domain. This is enough to elevate their overall strength to the Outlaw level. Additionally, they have top-tier equipment and the most advanced combat awareness. Especially the latter; if they are willing, even legendary-level awareness and experience are possible—there are many ways in this world to achieve that. We can't simulate that; we can only increase the magic energy level of the sparring partners to raise the intensity of the simulated exercises."

"William, with two Divine Grace users, it's not impossible."

Louise Linden shook her head, stopping William who was about to argue: "If they are willing to go all out to block us, Linden Academy, they can do it. There are countless ways in this world to cheat that can evade the supervision of the NHSAA competition committee."

Li Mochen also felt a headache coming on. The situation was that he could take down two sparring partners within ten seconds, but then his four teammates on the platform would be swept out by the opponents.

Then it would be a one-versus-three situation—if he fought seriously, it wasn't impossible to win, but it would be very hard and costly.

Previously, Li Mochen had been able to contend with high-level Outlaws and injure a 20S-level powerhouse solely by relying on 'Dragon Might' and 'External Elixir'.

But now, he had no advantage in strength or speed, his equipment was matched by the opponents, and he couldn't use firearms that could threaten Outlaw-level fighters. His only advantage was combat awareness. However, the three Outlaws Carl had found for him cooperated exceptionally well and mastered a combined combat technique; when they fought together, their combat power multiplied several times, making it even harder for him to win.

William Jacques was stunned for a moment, then realized the severity: "Is there no other way? Carl, I feel like your company's opponents have a lot of tricks up their sleeves."

"That's because Amo's victory cannot tolerate any flaw. Any trace of external help will invite a torrent of attacks from our opponents. How to put it? In Eastern terms, it's the difference between porcelain and earthenware. The St. Macon High School team has no intention of advancing further in individual or team competitions; they only need to defeat you to gain significant benefits."

Carl smiled bitterly: "And everyone, our Nathan Sports Group has ways to instantly boost your strength, but it comes with great consequences, and you have bright futures ahead."

He actually hoped William Jacques would voluntarily make some sacrifice, but Li Mochen had warned him about this two days ago.

"But I think if St. Macon High School is only at this level, we should be able to win."

Angela scratched her cheek: "Speaking of 'Divine Grace users,' I am one too. It's just that I've never liked using domain power."

Her words left everyone present momentarily stunned.

And Lina Aldrich immediately frowned: "Miss!"