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Chapter 179 - 126: The Selection Begins, Racial Advancement

By devouring Source Crystals, he could refine his Qi and Blood.

Killing mutated beasts earned him vast amounts of experience.

Killing members of the Celestial Abyss Race allowed him to stack the stats granted by the Taotie mechanism, and he even had a chance to directly obtain a passive racial trait or a new temporary skill.

Needless to say, Crystalization was an incredibly useful temporary skill. Lin Ye already considered it one of his ultimate trump cards.

"Lin Ye, a Level 4 Fallen Area is far too dangerous. You must think this through carefully."

"You’re already number one in our city. A large portion of the city’s training resources will be directed your way. While we can’t get our hands on Spiritual Objects that grant Limb Regeneration, you’ll have the chance to save up enough points to redeem one once you join the Martial Hall or enroll in a good Martial University."

"There’s absolutely no need to rush."

Wang Zhengguo pushed the file a little closer to Lin Ye, his tone growing heavier.

"Using a Fallen Area as the site for the selection test is a first for our Ninghai Province, but other provinces have held similar selections before."

"Although they always claim the Fallen Areas are under control, accidents are bound to happen during selections like these."

"The injury rate is around forty percent."

"And the average death rate is as high as fifteen percent!"

"In a complex environment like a Fallen Area, if you run into trouble, even if you call for help, the rescue team might not be able to get to you right away. It’s highly likely that they won’t be able to rescue you in time."

"Think about it again carefully."

The moment he finished, Chen Meng, who was standing to the side, spoke up.

"Commander, times are different now."

"This war has been going on for so many years. On the front lines, it’s always the same old faces holding our defenses together."

"I have a feeling the higher-ups have realized this as well."

"We’re in desperate need of fresh blood."

"That’s why this selection is such a risky move. I suspect it’s not just us in Ninghai; other provinces will probably see similar selections."

"Even with the high rates of incapacitation and death, they want to accelerate the development of new talent."

"The goal is to allow talented youths like Lin Ye to mature as quickly as possible."

Wang Zhengguo nodded.

He understood the higher-ups’ deeper intentions all too well.

Both men looked to Lin Ye, awaiting his final decision.

Lin Ye, however, didn’t hesitate.

"Principal, Mr. Chen."

"An opportunity like this is too precious to pass up."

"I’m going to participate in this selection, no matter what."

His tone was calm, yet it held an unshakeable determination.

Wang Zhengguo looked at his determined gaze for a long moment before nodding.

"Alright. Since you’ve made your decision, I’ll submit your name."

A complex expression crossed his face, as if he’d just remembered something.

"Actually, the only reason Dongjiang got an extra recommendation spot this time was because Mr. Li happened to mention it."

"When the selection slots were being redrafted, he casually mentioned that he’d met an interesting young man in Dongjiang and that they could give Dongjiang a spot."

"Lin Ye, whether or not you can truly seize this opportunity and get into the training camp is all up to you now."

...

「Three days later.」

Dongjiang City Airport, military tarmac.

In front of a military transport helicopter painted in dark gray camouflage, the propellers whipped up a gale, making everyone’s clothes flap wildly.

Chen Meng stood before Lin Ye, instructing him repeatedly.

"When you get there, be extremely careful. Follow all orders, and at all times, make your personal safety the number one priority!"

Not far away, Li Wan and Lin Wei also stood in the wind.

Worry and a reluctance to see him go were written in the eyes of both mother and daughter.

"Mom, Sis, don’t worry."

Lin Ye walked over with a smile and reassured them.

"Just wait for my good news."

"If all goes well, the next time I come back, I’ll be the top student of this year’s Ninghai Qiming General Star Training Camp!"

"Okay, okay, I believe you!"

The rims of Lin Wei’s eyes turned red.

"Your mother and I don’t need you to become some famous hero or the top student in the province. We just need you to be safe. Our family can’t afford to lose anyone!"

Partings are always sorrowful.

But before Lin Ye could exchange a few more words with his family,

A Martial Artist officer wearing the insignia of a major approached Lin Ye. With a solemn expression, he took Lin Ye’s bag for him and urged,

"Lin Ye. Everyone. It’s getting late. We need to prepare for takeoff."

Lin Ye turned to board the helicopter.

"Lin Ye!"

Chen Meng suddenly shouted from behind.

Lin Ye turned back.

"Go out there and give it your all without any worries! We’ve got your back here! Mr. Wang and I will look after your mother and sister. We won’t let them be wronged in the slightest!"

Lin Ye gave Chen Meng and Wang Zhengguo a deep look, engraving their support and mentorship into his heart, then gave a firm nod.

He turned and strode up the ramp.

The cabin door slowly closed.

With a deafening roar, the helicopter shuddered slightly and then rose smoothly into the air.

Lin Ye looked through the window at the shrinking figures on the ground, a wave of emotion washing over him.

This was the first time he had traveled so far from home since arriving in this world.

The helicopter continued to climb, and soon, the entire outline of Dongjiang City came into view.

His gaze fell upon the familiar area at the edge of the southern suburbs.

The once dilapidated and desolate ruined district was now being steadily razed to the ground by rows of massive construction machinery.

It was easy to imagine that in the near future, brand-new skyscrapers would rise from the ashes of the ruined district.

The countless nights spent hunting mutated beasts in the ruins seemed like only yesterday.

Lin Ye couldn’t help but feel a pang of wistfulness.

As the helicopter broke through the cloud layer, everything below was obscured by a vast sea of clouds, and Lin Ye looked away.