Holy crap, we've lived in the same dorm for a year, and I only knew he was the top delivery guy at Colorful Pizza... No wonder, if he were the principal, he'd certainly transfer Li Hao from the journalism department to the mecha department.
Wait a minute, why did he apply to the journalism department in the first place?
Zhou Naiyi got it too, and she guessed that the mistake Li Hao made must be serious enough that Principal Long wanted to use him, but was somewhat hesitant.
Everyone was speculating wildly, full of solemnity and confusion, while the person in question simply shrugged, "What are you all doing? You're acting like you're looking at a stranger. I got lucky and was selected once, then got into a bit of a tussle with a man from the moon. It happened a long time ago, they've long forgotten me."
That was the most headache-inducing task given by Bleem, he really didn't know what Bleem wanted to achieve by having him make a move in the juvenile class, thankfully he seized an opportunity that wasn't really an opportunity.
Li Hao spoke casually, but those who listened couldn't relax at all. In the project led by the moon people back then, who were responsible for the venue and all the funding, the four great federations selected the best young people to participate in an "Apocalypse" plan, with no detailed information available. At that time, the entire Solar System Alliance selected a little over 5000 people. Only 600 people officially entered the juvenile class and the elimination rate was incredibly high. Even the eliminated ones were top-tier in their respective fields. At least it indicated that not only was Li Hao selected, but he also stayed.
Marlon wet his lips, feeling a bit dry, "What was your original field of selection?"
"I think it was the starship and mecha direction." Li Hao took a mouthful of meat, sneaking a piece to Zuo Xiaotang.
This time, not a single person at the table could say a word. Even with his eyes closed, Li Hao wouldn't be the bottom rank.
"Haha, everyone happens to be here, saves me the effort of looking." A hearty voice blasted, a group of people suddenly standing next to Li Hao and company, "Naiyi, I want to talk to you."
Gao Yunfeng, the captain of the Tianjing representative team, a fourth-year student in Mecha, was undoubtedly the distinguished son of heaven before the Solar System Mecha Competition. No matter which career he chooses in the future, the prospects are infinitely bright. However, the team's overall poor performance this time has greatly affected him, so this year is an opportunity for him to turn things around.
"Gao Yunfeng, speak directly if you have something to say." After the last big competition, Zhou Naiyi has withdrawn. She and Gao Yunfeng have completely different ideas. If the ways are different, they do not plan together.
Gao Yunfeng was slightly stunned, his voice still gentle, "Naiyi, the matter we're discussing is very important. It concerns the future of Tianjing."
"Gao Yunfeng, just don't ruin the future of Tianjing. What the hell were you doing in the S-competition? You've become a complete coward. If I were you, I would have dropped out long ago." Marlon said without mincing his words. Gao Yunfeng was his rival, who was also once pursuing Sheng Man. Initially, they were on par, but after the revelation of Gao Yunfeng's promiscuous history, Sheng Man resolutely chose Marlon. The past year hasn't been without Gao Yunfeng using his student union president's privilege to trip Marlon up.
Like recently, all his photography club members were scattered by Gao Yunfeng, forcing him to get enough rookies in, otherwise the club would disband due to lack of members.
"Marlon, how can you talk to your senior like that? Did you not learn from the last beat down?" Zhao Zhihan sneered, his gaze lingering on Ye Tong.
Ye Tong was just eating her food, being new here, she had no idea about the grudge between them.
"Zhao Zhihan, if you want to fight, I'll accompany you!" Musashi rose to his feet and said in a deep voice.
Zhao Zhihan was a bit scared, the little cannon had made a notorious name for himself in the mecha department over the past year. This guy was ruthless, aggressive, and reckless.
"Musashi, this doesn't concern you, back off. If Marlon is a man, he should come out and fight one on one, I'm ready any time." Zhao Zhihan roared menacingly.
"One on one? In what, appearances? You'll have to get plastic surgery, even gene modification can't save you!"
Gao Yunfeng had also noticed Ye Tong, he stopped Zhao Zhihan who wanted to go ballistic, knowing she was the newcomer the principal was keen on. He smiled slightly, "This must be junior sister Ye Tong, I hope you can join my team, and together we can form the strongest Tianjing team. Naiyi, we made some mistakes last time, our dispute is just between teammates, I hope you can reconsider joining the team, we can surely redeem ourselves this year!"
Being in his fourth year, Gao Yunfeng wouldn't be easily provoked. Plus, if he wants to fight his way out of USE and get a place, Ye Tong, Zhou Naiyi, and Musashi are all important forces.
After finishing a piece of beef and wiping her rosy lips, Ye Tong suddenly turned to Li Hao, "Li Hao, which one should I join?"
.......
Gao Yunfeng and others all turned to look at a certain invisible person, Li Hao?
There's such a person in Tianjing Mecha?
"Young lady, it's up to you which one you want to join. If you want my opinion, the class monitor is a better choice."
"Okay, I'll go with your suggestion." Ye Tong said nonchalantly.
Gao Yunfeng frowned. Where did this newcomer come from, who managed to make Ye Tong listen to him? "Li Hao, you can join my team with Ye Tong. You should understand, this is a great honor and will be of great help to you after graduation. As long as Ye Tong agrees to join, I can make an exception for you."
Before Li Hao could answer, Marlon burst out laughing, "You're really full of yourself. Your pitiful team is a 'great honor'? Do you know that Li Hao is a member of the Solar System Apocalypse Youth Class? An official member!"
Gao Yunfeng and his crew were struck dumb. Zhao Zhihan broke out in laughter next, "Him? Just him? If he's part of the Apocalypse Youth class, then I must be the chairman of the Solar System Alliance. What nonsense are you talking? Boss, don't waste your time conversing with them. You've been more than fair."
"He is indeed a member of the Apocalypse Youth Class, but you're not." Ye Tong said, her innocent eyes looking at them as if she were looking at idiots.
The canteen suddenly fell silent. Apocalypse Youth Class? There's a BOSS at the Tianjing Mech school who belonged to the same class?
No one else's words would have carried weight, but Ye Tong's sure did.
Gao Yunfeng looked hard at Li Hao, "Let's go."
The group hurriedly left. You have to admit, the formidable reputation of the Apocalypse Youth Class is quite intimidating. They wouldn't dare to act insolently unless they've thoroughly investigated.
"Guys, please don't make a big deal out of it. It's all ancient history now. You'll create misunderstandings." Li Hao sighed helplessly.
"Hao, what happened? How did a top-tier member of the Youth Class end up in such a state?" Marlon asked in a whisper after everyone had left. This was a question on everyone's mind.
"Like I said, it's old news. Due to a misstep during a group fight, I received a penalty. Let's not discuss it any further. I'm doing great now. Class monitor, I promise I won't hold you back. But my free time is really limited." Li Hao replied, smiling.
Ye Tong kept looking at Li Hao deep in thought. The ins and outs of that incident were kept confidential. Only a limited few knew the details, one of them being her. Considering she was indirectly involved.
"Captain, leave Li Hao to me. Don't worry, I'll make sure he gets back to his original position." Ye Tong volunteered, "I look forward to our collaboration in the future."
Li Hao nodded. Ye Tong... He didn't recall someone with that surname from those days. It was unique and she was a USE (Unified Student Exchange) student, so it's strange that he didn't recognize her.
With that meal, the Tianjing Mech school witnessed a small scoop. It turned out, they had a heavy hitter from the Apocalypse Youth Class among them who had fallen from grace. After all, the Apocalypse Youth Class was a thing of the past, and cases like Shang Zhongyong weren't uncommon. If they were really that great, they would have soared high long ago.
Despite their excitement, the new semester had just begun. Zhou Naiyi and Ye Tong both had lots to do. Musashi required training and it couldn't be interrupted under any circumstances. Marlon and Sheng Man's reunion was sweeter than a honeymoon, with lots of unspeakable things happening.
Li Hao was also very busy.
"Li Hao, two seafood pizzas for Area 96, five Orleans chicken leg pizzas. Hurry up, you're our ace."
"Yes, boss. Mission 567 must be done. I'm on it!"
At this moment, Li Hao had already outfitted himself, skillfully boxed the freshly baked pizzas, put on his helmet, and hopped onto an old, slightly weathered electric motorcycle parked at the entrance.
"Boss, when can we get a better vehicle?" This delivery motorcycle was really old and would occasionally stall out.
"When you become the boss. Now get moving." The bald boss waved his fork.
"Yes, boss."
Li Hao swiftly headed out for delivery. He wasn't lying to Zhou Naiyi; he was indeed a busy part-timer.
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