Chapter 296 - 149: Both Contestant and Judge

After Shen Fei made a call to Tang Yann, he finally understood what was going on.

Because this had long been a university regulation, students in the Combat System are required to participate in the new student tournament.

The format of the new student tournament is quite simple; it’s a ring competition.

The main point is.

Among professionals, except for the third stage during the college entrance exam, the assessment criteria for the first and second stages are different for various professionals.

Even in the third stage, certain professions may have advantages against Abyssal Creatures, making their scores seem slightly inflated.

Therefore, Imperial University hosts the "New Student Tournament" shortly after the start of each academic year to identify the real outstanding students among the new ones.

Moreover, it also serves to build a presence for some impressive new students; after all, young people mostly enjoy showing off.

And it’s not just for show; there are rewards, and Venerables, Kings, or even Emperors may come to watch.

If you are so lucky to be noticed by a Venerable, your future looks promising. If a King takes an interest in you, your future is bright.

If an Emperor personally accepts you as a disciple, you’re pretty much guaranteed to become a Venerable.

As for Shen Fei.

At that time, Imperial University did indeed deliberate over his situation, thinking that Shen Fei’s abilities seemed a bit beyond the norm.

In terms of strength and status, he was not weaker than some Venerables.

However, excluding him would violate university regulations; after all, Shen Fei just founded the Innovation Association, and breaking the rules might invite gossip.

Moreover, Shen Fei was elusive, so after consideration, Imperial University decided to put him into the competitor pool.

If Shen Fei doesn’t show up, his opponent gets a bye. If he comes, well, then it’s just a... there is no ’then.’

"Alright then, let the school know I will participate, but I won’t be taking any rewards.

And if someone is drawn against me, I will appear, but I will decide whether it’s a win or a loss based on how that person performs against my Summoned Beast.

Call it a little easter egg in the tournament."

"Okay. It seems the school also mentioned something about wanting you as a judge.

After all, this year’s new student tournament seems to involve Abyssal expansion."

Tang Yann nodded.

"So you’re both a competitor and a judge, huh. Alright. I’ll contact them after I return to school to see what their plan is."

"By the way, the Innovation Association will also sponsor part of this new student tournament, hoping to nurture some outstanding freshmen."

"Also, write an application. The individual competition is too boring, not only for the new student tournament.

Also, have the school add a team competition that can be entered in the form of small squads."

"Alright, I’ll write it now."

Just as Shen Fei was about to hang up the phone, he sensed that Tang Yann had more to say.

"Anything else?"

"Uh, did Bai Qingzhao make it over there? I thought I saw Chang’an University’s aid in a live broadcast."

"Yeah. I thought you were coming over."

Upon hearing Tang Yann’s words, Shen Fei suddenly laughed; young ones can’t seem to let things go.

But thinking about it, it hasn’t really been that long, so if there were any budding feelings back then, this time hasn’t been enough to erase them.

Tang Yann helplessly said, "Boss, you have no idea how crazy busy we’ve been lately. If it wasn’t for our cooperation with the Breaking Abyss Army and the school,

would your online reputation still be so good?"

"Thanks for your hard work."

Shen Fei had also learned from Su Muyu that Tang Yann had anticipated a media storm long ago and had the publicity department prepared.

To him, perhaps, these public opinions were just mere frost and snow.

But many people are often influenced by public opinion.

He was pushed in front by the Breaking Abyss Army; if his reputation wasn’t good, it would also impact the Army.

The high ground of public opinion can never be given to the enemy.

"Uh, if you have time, boss, pass on my regards to her for me."

"Why? Dude, don’t you have a phone yourself?" Shen Fei was speechless.

"I... forget it, boss, never mind if you’re busy."

"Whatever."

Shen Fei shook his head and looked at Su Muyu, who was staring at him with curiosity, "Wife, do you have Bai Qingzhao’s contact?"

"Yeah, I’ve got it."

Su Muyu pulled out her watch, "Want me to contact her?"

"Call her."

"Boss, what are you doing?! Sister-in-law, be honest, give him a break!" Tang Yann’s voice was a bit anxious.

But Su Muyu only listened to Shen Fei. In no time, her watch connected. "Su Muyu, is there something you need?"

Bai Qingzhao’s voice was slightly cool.

"Shen Fei wants to have a word with you."

"Huh? Shen Fei?"

Bai Qingzhao was puzzled; she shouldn’t have any interaction with Shen Fei, not even having said a word to him before.

"Not me, it’s just that Tang Yann seems a bit shy to call you directly.

He asked me to relay a message, see if you can give him a call."

"Is he crazy? Too shy to call me? He wasn’t like this when he used to bug me."

When Tang Yann was mentioned, a bit of Bai Qingzhao’s cool demeanor seemed to melt away.

Shen Fei seemed to smile slightly at Tang Yann’s side, still connected to the phone, but even his breathing was silenced.

As if worried about someone overhearing something.

"Alright, I’ll give him a call, he probably wants to ask if I’m going to your school’s new student tournament.

The major five universities’ student tournaments have always been staggered, letting other universities’ top talents get a look at their competition."

"This guy, he can’t even make a simple call?"

Bai Qingzhao said this and then hung up the call.

Soon after, Tang Yann’s slightly hurried voice came through, "Eh, it’s all boss spreading nonsense, right. Yes, the new student tournament, right..."

Shen Fei hung up, "That guy, left me with his business phone? Yet gave Bai Qingzhao his personal number.

Why didn’t he just go to Chang’an University back then?"

Su Muyu looked curious, "Why are you acting like a matchmaker recently, urging Wang Xun to find a girlfriend quickly, and also trying to pair up Tang Yann and Bai Qingzhao."

Shen Fei raised an eyebrow, "Having experienced happiness myself, sometimes I do feel like letting those around me share in the joy."

Su Muyu looked earnestly at Shen Fei’s handsome face, "Don’t think sweet talk will make me agree to that thing... Humph, I usually go along with you, but the collar..."

"Isn’t that just a little fun between couples, hehe."

Shen Fei smiled shamelessly, "And mainly, I’ve noticed that Tang Yann and Bai Qingzhao seem like a good match, but Bai Qingzhao seems wholly focused on increasing her strength..."

"These things just depend on fate."

"Alright, after Governor Han discusses the matter regarding Shencheng City with me tomorrow, we should head back to school too, it’s about time."

"Alright."

After breakfast, Su Muyu went to purchase skills, as leveling up so quickly had disrupted her plans.

This was indeed a happy problem.

As for Shen Fei, he was on the phone with Luo Ran, who had called him.

Shen Fei looked puzzled, "Huh? Settling scores with the Pope? What sort of compensation do I need?"