The annual battle for the quotas—
with Jiang Yan's overwhelming defeat of Wang Kun—it ended in a way no one could have predicted.
Many people couldn't accept it for a long while.
Especially those who hadn't gone to Martial Arts Hall No. 1 to watch in person.
When they later heard what happened, their expressions were filled with disbelief.
But none of that mattered to Jiang Yan anymore.
At this moment, he had already left the basic training camp, accompanied by Janet.
Watching the beautiful woman beside him, he couldn't help feeling a bit excited.
After all, in Swallowed Star, there were many female characters he liked—and Janet was one of them.
Now she was not only by his side, but even taking the initiative to get close to him.
This naturally improved Jiang Yan's mood.
It had to be said—Janet was truly stunning.
Even more beautiful than in the anime.
He couldn't help wondering what Venina, Tang Yongqing, Enchanting, Jiang Fang, and Ai Chen looked like in reality.
Jiang Yan was very self-aware:
he was a reborn man with a plug-in, and in his heart…
He wanted all of these beauties.
Otherwise, wouldn't that be living in vain?
"Everyone, board that vehicle," Janet said with a cold face, pointing to a shuttle bus.
This was the special transport for the Extreme Martial Arts Headquarters.
The twenty quota holders didn't dare say a word.
They lined up to board the shuttle obediently.
But before they got in, each of them shot Jiang Yan a complicated look—envy, jealousy, disbelief.
Why is this bastard favored by such a beauty like Janet?
Janet's attitude toward Jiang Yan was obviously different from her treatment of the others.
Anyone with eyes could see that.
"Jiang Yan, get in my car."
Janet turned around, her previously cold expression blossoming into a smile.
She gestured toward her sleek sports car.
"Alright."
Jiang Yan nodded and slipped into the front passenger seat.
He knew why she was being so enthusiastic.
And he didn't mind.
In the world of Swallowed Star, strength was everything.
Seeking a strong ally was the smartest move.
Janet sat down, started the engine, and the sports car shot toward the global headquarters.
The shuttle bus followed behind.
The distance between the basic training camp and headquarters was short—only about ten kilometers.
Inside the car, Janet introduced gently:
"Jiang Yan, it's already December. Our Genius Training Camp has holidays in January and February every year.
So the seven who won the spots today only need to report and complete a simple strength test.
Tomorrow, after a basic entrance assessment, you'll return home.
Formal training begins next March."
"December already?" Jiang Yan blinked. "What year is it?"
During the competition, he had completely forgotten to ask.
Had Luo Feng passed the warrior assessment yet?
Janet was momentarily stunned.
"Today is December 6th… 2056."
Jiang Yan inhaled deeply.
He tried to recall the plot timeline.
His memory was fuzzy—he had read the novel years ago—but suddenly, everything clicked.
Right around this time—
Luo Feng would be heading to City 003 with the Firehammer Squad.
During that trip, he would be forced to kill Li Wei.
In retaliation, Venina and Li Yao would put up a 100 billion reward, leading to the eventual attack on Luo Feng's family…
And Venina's tragic death.
What a pity that Aunt Venina would die like that.
Should he intervene?
After reporting at headquarters, he would have three months of free time.
If he rushed to City 003, he might be able to change the outcome.
Luo Feng—the protagonist—was worth befriending.
A rare protagonist with good principles, too.
But Jiang Yan also didn't want Venina to die…
After all, he genuinely admired her beauty.
"Jiang Yan, how are you planning to spend the three-month holiday?"
Janet's voice pulled him back to reality.
She glanced at his profile casually, speaking as though it were small talk.
But her heart was calculating.
She had already checked Jiang Yan's records:
his parents had died young, leaving him alone.
Which meant… no family ties, no obligations.
She wondered if she should invite Jiang Yan to Europa Base City for the holiday.
Or perhaps take the initiative to visit Hanxia and let him show her around.
She genuinely wanted to befriend him.
And if he agreed… maybe things could progress even further.
In the Genius Training Camp, many pursued her—including Candace, the heir of a major family.
But she never accepted him.
Because in her eyes—Candace wasn't worthy.
At twenty, he hadn't reached high-level general like Jiang Yan.
Her future partner must be a true genius.
Those top-ten Black Dragon List monsters were ideal, but…
they were all obsessed with cultivation and uninterested in romance.
Jiang Yan, however—
was both talented and approachable.
He was only twenty, already a high-level general, and had mastered the Ninefold Thunder Blade.
With training, he could definitely enter the Black Dragon List top ten.
Top five wasn't impossible.
So she decided to go all in.
No matter what, Jiang Yan would at least become a God of War-level powerhouse.
"I'll probably just stay home and cultivate," Jiang Yan answered after a moment.
With his Golden Finger, he didn't need the wilderness to train.
He preferred comfort to danger—unless he ran out of money or resources.
Janet raised an eyebrow.
So in the hearts of geniuses… is it really all just cultivation?
"Jiang Yan, cultivation requires balance," she said with a warm smile.
"That's why the training camp gives us two months off.
You should relax a little."
"That makes sense," Jiang Yan nodded.
Janet's eyes brightened.
Time to make her move.
"To be honest," she said softly, "I've always been interested in Hanxia culture.
I might go there during this holiday to experience it.
But I'm not familiar with the place… and I have nowhere to stay.
Would you be willing to show me around and let me experience your traditional culture?"
She looked at him expectantly, voice gentle, tone sincere.
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