Chapter 223: Absolute Defense!

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation  Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

‘There’s no doubt Michaels is asking about the 4-star equipment and potions!’ Elroy was dumbfounded because White Deer High only had limited teaching funds, and 4-star pieces of equipment were expensive.

Before the exams, Elroy had made it clear that White Deer High only had equipment and potions below 4-star and that Moss could choose whatever he wanted.

However, he thought Moss could not reach level 30, even if he prepared well. He felt Moss would not be able to bring out the 4-star equipment’s true potential if he used them.

Elroy could only answer Michaels’s question truthfully. Considering Elroy’s expression, Michaels had already guessed what he was thinking.

At that moment, Michaels could no longer suppress his anger when he heard Elroy’s words. His smile had long disappeared as he sternly said, “Elroy, you should know the importance of equipment and potions during the city defense exams.

The city defense exam is not something that will end with just a few waves of beasts. How will Moss strive for better results without advanced equipment and potions? Moreover, his life may be in danger if he acts rashly.”

Through observing the first two phases of the exams, Michaels knew Moss would most likely choose the highest difficulty option again. He also knew what would happen if Moss did not have high-grade equipment or potions.

Michaels slammed his armrest solemnly. “Although the third exam is new, you are a former soldier. You should know what to prepare for your examinees! Even if White Deer High had no funds, you could’ve reported it to me in advance!”

Michaels felt regretful now. If he had known earlier, he would have provided more resources to Moss. The entrance exams were a great opportunity, and as long as Moss performed consistently, he could easily rank in the top 20 in the country.

However, it was too late to say much now. With that thought, Michaels stood up angrily and said with dissatisfaction, “Y-You…” Then he stormed away.

Meanwhile, others heard the conversation between Elroy and Michaels. They knew the two had not provided Moss with high-grade equipment and potions.

Taylor and Colson were relieved with what they had overheard.

“Don’t worry, boss. We’ve prepared everything for our students.”

“We will succeed this time, Big Brother! Just sit back, relax, and watch the show. We will make a comeback during the third exam.”

…

The students and Moss’s fans were thrilled initially, but they felt uncomfortable hearing Michaels’s words.

“Senior Moss doesn’t have any high-grade equipment and potions. Will he be in danger during the city defense exam?”

“Um, is it a competition to see whose equipment is better?”

“I’m beginning to worry about Senior Moss.”

“I heard that the purpose of the city defense exams is not to let anyone pass. It only exists to create a gradient through the exams and test the elites’ upper limits.”

…

Among Moss’s fans, a group was concerned about his next performance, while some were optimistic, especially since Moss had completed two level 10 hell exams. The more optimistic fans thought that Moss was a creator of miracles.

Moss did not know what these people were thinking, but he was in an excellent mood then because the system sounded as soon as he exited the bronze door.

“Congratulations, your 100 Defenses Enhancement has reached 100%! You have awakened Absolute Defense! It lasts for one minute with a cooldown of 3 minutes.”

The typically calm Moss felt a surge of emotions in his heart when he heard the system’s voice. He knew that with Absolute Defense, he would not need to fear any attacks his opponents threw at him within that one minute.

Even if he could not end a battle, he could use his Holy Light Protection during Absolute Defense’s cooldown to reduce the damage he would receive by 10% for 40 seconds.

Moreover, he could use his shields during the remaining 1 minute and 20 seconds before his Absolute Defense became available again. Now that Absolute Defense had increased his defense stat by 100 times, he could also withstand attacks 100 times his full strength or equivalent damage.

With his current level 31 strength of 1,550, he could also withstand 115 tons of force. Moreover, with Holy Light Protection, he could recover 50% of his stamina every three minutes.

With these powerful abilities and his class’s defense stats that had increased by 100 times, Moss would have an absolute advantage during the city defense exam. Moss could not wait to try out Absolute Defense’s effects.

…

Meanwhile, two older gentlemen from BT006 were playing chess and chatting in a manor at the capital.

“The city defense exam is tomorrow. I wonder how the examinees will react when they see the tests,” A medium-sized older gentleman casually asked as he finished making his move on the chessboard.

“Tsk, you move too fast!” The older man on the opposite side praised as his eyes glinted with surprise. After thinking for a long while, he finally took his turn.

Then he said, “The students will undoubtedly complain about the tests we arranged, but so be it. We organized the city defense exam to select students talented enough to defend a city.

“As for their scores, it will be low. For most examinees, it would be best to look at their results during the entrance exams’ first and second phases. The city defense exam won’t have much effect on their college application.”

The medium-sized older gentleman smilingly nodded as he took his turn and laughed aloud, “Haha, you lost!”

“B-But, you distracted me!”

“Hahaha, let’s play another round later where no one is allowed to speak.”

“Deal! Whoever speaks first loses!” The older man on the opposite side had a severe expression, and his eyes were sparkling.

However, based on his years of experience, the medium-sized older gentleman rarely spoke while playing chess.

The other party piqued his interest, so he asked, “Do you think anyone can persist for even two hours during tomorrow’s exam?”

“Hahaha, maybe. Considering the examinees’ performance over these past two days, I see a lot of potential students. A dozen or so examinees are performing pretty consistently.”

The medium-sized older gentleman smiled and changed the topic, “However, it’s not that easy to pass the exams we have carefully designed. Super strength and endurance are the most fundamental things for one to possess. The more crucial thing is still one’s defenses and ability to recover health points.

“These examinees cannot achieve absolute defense, and their defensive skills aren’t strong enough. If they fail to upkeep their health points, they will not last two hours.

“Moreover, it also depends on one’s equipment and potions. Those with access to 4-star equipment and potions can last a little longer.”

The older man on the opposite side nodded, but his eyes were full of anticipation. He sighed with relief and said, “I hope we see the results we want.”

“Hahaha, we’ve done our part. We’ll know after watching the live broadcast tomorrow. All right, let’s focus on playing chess. Otherwise, you will say that I’m distracting you again.”

With that, the two older men laughed heartily.