A more powerful Blade Warrior

On Monday, a sunny morning, but Alex frowned. Anyone who had been nagged all morning would feel unsettled.

"God, Alex, why didn't you tell me earlier? You can't miss this. As your good friend, I'm willing to go through fire and water for you, let alone a birthday party!"

When Sasha found out that Tang Ling had invited Alex to her birthday party, his first reaction was that Alex must be half asleep. But when he saw the invitation, he went crazy. God, if he had received this invitation, he would have gone even if there was a nuclear explosion outside. Alex just gave up the chance to interact with Tang Ling so easily. If Alex wasn't interested in Tang Ling, it would be fine, but he had been secretly in love with her for a long time. What a pity!

"Sasha, I beg you, can you please stop bringing up this topic? I'm disappointed, extremely disappointed. Are you satisfied now? Missing out is missing out. Is there a regret medicine in this world?"

"Sigh, true. Our technology is too backward. It's already the 23rd century, and we still haven't invented a time machine. So outdated."

Looking at Sasha lost in his fantasy, Alex was speechless. He could fantasize about anything. He used to talk about what kind of person Tang Ling was all the time, but now his true colors were showing. But truth be told, Alex only felt a little disappointed. Since coming out of the illusion, Alex wasn't the same person anymore.

He really wants to make a big move now, with only one goal in mind, to definitely get into the A-grade military academy at Yalang. The possibility was low before, but now he has a fifty percent chance!

"After school today, don't slip away. Train with me."

"No way, are you serious?"

"That's right, even if you want to be a gossip reporter, you need physical strength. Your current body isn't up to par. Don't think about running; you're no match for me."

Sosha was bewildered. He had already accepted this fate because he had rebelled yesterday, but unfortunately, he was brutally suppressed. He had no resistance in front of Alex.

Little did he know, Alex's skills now were top-notch, even a professional killer might not be effective against him.

Alex and the listless Sosha entered the classroom. However, after class started, Alex was just like Sosha. He found himself still unable to accept this kind of classroom knowledge, although slightly better than before, but only a little. After a while, Alex also fell asleep.

The classes were all open-ended, no one cared about them. The teacher just reiterated the importance of studying hard for the exams as usual and then continued with the lecture.

It wasn't until the end-of-class bell rang that some students perked up. Alex wasn't very interested in this kind of knowledge; he felt he was wasting time now. Instead of that, it would be better to make a new training plan, focusing on preparing for other aspects of the military academy tests.

Yeah, that's right, this is the best choice. I'll go online and check when I get back.

Suddenly, the noisy classroom quieted down. Sosha pounded him heavily a few times, and Alex looked up... It was Tang Ling.

What's she doing here?

That was Alex's first reaction. Although Tang Ling was still as beautiful and charming as ever, she no longer affected Alex psychologically as before.

In fact, Tang Ling hesitated several times before coming. She couldn't swallow her pride. She wanted to ask this guy why he stood her up, and without even an explanation!

But the moment she stepped into the classroom, she saw Alex at a glance. It wasn't just a mere visual observation; it was in her spiritual sense. Alex stood out, unique, and unparalleled, without needing to search.

And for the first time, Tang Ling felt a sense of threat. It used to be mere curiosity, but now Alex was like a monster cloaked in human skin.

Calming herself down, Tang Ling slowly approached Alex, and the eyes of the entire class followed this influential figure. This was a completely different level of affair. Although they were all students, their futures were entirely different, there was no doubt about it. In a few years, Tang Ling would become a prominent figure appearing in the news every day.

"Alex, can I talk to you alone? Do you have time?"

The two walked in silence. In fact, Tang Ling wanted to vent her anger, but somehow she was suppressed by Alex. Alex's powerful aura made her unable to muster any resistance.

"I'm sorry. I wanted to go that day, but I was hospitalized, so, no matter what, I'm really sorry."

Breaking the silence, Alex felt obliged to attend since he accepted the invitation. However, he genuinely couldn't split himself.

"Oh, hospitalized? What happened, were you injured or sick?"

As soon as she said it, Tang Ling regretted it. At this moment, she should have questioned him or reluctantly accepted his apology, but she unexpectedly showed such concern.

"Hehe, it's okay." Alex didn't mind.

Watching the composed Alex, Tang Ling felt an indescribable sensation. Never before had a boy been so calm in her presence. "That's good, but I still need to give you a birthday present!"

Alex was taken aback... The GAD princess seemed to lack nothing, and he really had nothing to give.

"What do you want?"

"Um... Let me think about it. I'll tell you when I've thought of something. Let's go back to class for now!"

Watching Tang Ling walk away, Alex was still a bit bewildered. He didn't understand what attracted Tang Ling to him. With her status, she didn't need to waste time with him. Nonetheless, he was happy. Being close to someone he liked always felt good.

But his main goal now wasn't Tang Ling; it was to become a true warrior, even a general!

When Alex returned, he was immediately grabbed by Sosha, and everyone else stared here. This was a huge gossip news. Human curiosity was always severe.

Sosha aimed to become a gossip reporter. Other things could be ignored, but if he wasn't informed about this, he'd be choked. Alex was about to confess, but Sosha looked around vigilantly.

"Don't say it. Let's talk slowly after school. This is an exclusive news!" Sosha was excited as if he had discovered a treasure.

"Fine, but you have to finish today's training plan first, or forget about it."

"Alright, alright, such a big man and so talkative!" Though reluctant, Sosha knew Alex meant well. Only a brother like him would bother with such things.

Watching the eager gossip boys and girls, Sosha felt extremely satisfied. This feeling was fantastic; he must become the most famous gossip reporter, not just in USE, but among all humans.

Sosha's training was straightforward, at least for Alex it couldn't be considered training. Without the gravity device, they could only use conventional training methods. Alex fulfilled his duty, accompanying Sosha for a run, and then briefly mentioned the events of the day with Tang Ling. It wasn't much, but Sosha's eyes gleamed. From his experience, there was a problem!

"Kid, you're lucky. With my intelligence and experience, I can tell Tang Miss is interested in you."

"Really? I can't see what would attract her to me!"

"That's why you're lucky. I can't see your merits either, but once a woman becomes curious about a man, there's an opportunity. Tang Miss, who lacks nothing, is asking you for a gift. It's not about the gift; it's just an excuse to interact with you. You must have something that caught her attention. If you make good use of it, you might win her over. Don't forget to help your brother when the time comes."

As Sosha spoke, he became lecherous. Alex had to remind him to tone down his imagination.

"Maybe, but I have a more important goal now."

"Tsk, isn't it just to become a mobile warrior in the military academy? GAD produces them. If you marry Tang Miss, you can sleep in a pile of mechs... Haha, just kidding, I know you don't want to be a gigolo. Your face is darker than mine. I can't even do it; you're even less likely to."

Actually, to speak candidly, Sosha didn't really approve of Alex dating Tang Ling. A powerful force like GAD would never allow a relationship between the little princess and an ordinary person. Don't talk about love breaking through everything; that's nonsense. It would be dangerous and difficult. If it really happened, there would be no doubt that assassins would be sent. Individuals couldn't compete against such huge forces.

He found that Alex didn't forget himself because of the sudden approach of the dream woman, so he felt relieved. Maybe Alex himself thought so, so he didn't ask anymore. Stirring up trouble wasn't what he wanted.

Sosha took charge of the rest of the training. Since he agreed, he had to do it. Sosha had principles when it came to his brothers. In fact, he realized that he was young and weak. Looking at Alex, such training was simply a drizzle. He didn't even breathe heavily.

Meanwhile, Alex went online. He originally wanted to look up some military academy exam information, but when he saw the Universal Warfare game, he immediately rushed in. It had been half a month since he last played, and he had learned so much. He wanted to try it out!

When the ID "Blade Warrior" appeared, the Universal Warfare forum immediately exploded. Players informed each other eagerly, and the news feed was flashing wildly. This period had driven them crazy. Blade Warrior splendidly won two matches and then disappeared, making many challengers frustrated. Many people thought Blade Warrior was afraid of losing, and winning and then running away was the most tasteless. However, there were also dedicated Blade Warrior support teams who believed Blade Warrior was the epitome of a player. He had evolved to his current level through countless experiences. He must be undergoing training now. A person who had lost thousands of times wouldn't be afraid of losing!

If Alex keeps fighting, his level of attention may remain the same, but the massive debate sparked by his disappearance undoubtedly increased his popularity, and his sudden reappearance has immediately attracted countless attention.

As for matters outside of battles, Alex isn't interested. He's here to challenge, immediately arranging the match from the challengers in his inbox, selecting those online. This time, he chose a captain, as those with ranks below captain might not want to challenge out of pride or disdain.

The reason for choosing the opponent with the ID "Coolapica" is because his mech is a Kanno III, with a win rate of 70%, indicating he's a practical combatant with a modified mech, showing his confidence.

The battle between Private Blade Warrior and Captain Coolapica began under the gaze of the players.

The scene selected: Interstellar Rocky Area.

Coolapica, though not high-ranking, has some fame among practical combatants. His score might be low, but he's worked his way up from basic mechs. He's capable of using techniques like the Thomas Helical Kill, although not as proficiently as Alex with his BS001, which he's skilled with.

The Kanno III, UA's main mech, offers superior mobility and easy operation, equipped with considerable vitality. Except for being weaker in weight compared to the BS001, it holds absolute advantages in other aspects.

Coolapica didn't intend to win with long-range lasers, knowing the BS001's lasers are weak. He's confident in his own skills.

Coolapica moved first, utilizing the Kanno III's mobility advantage to initiate an aerial assault, while Blade Warrior's BS001 continued with its standby tactic.

People speculated if he would use the classic Thomas Helical Kill. Instead of circling for a surprise attack, Coolapica leaped high in the air and came crashing down, calculated to take advantage of the titanium blade's weakness compared to alpha alloy, with a 60% chance of severing the opponent's blade. Once disarmed, no matter how skilled, the opponent would be defenseless.

While the BS001's best option was still evasion, even if slower, Blade Warrior wasn't one to follow conventional tactics. His red eyes flashed as he let out a heavy mechanical roar, leaping like a projectile towards the sky.

All spectators were stunned. Was this for real? Could a person be inside? With the BS001's heavy frame, how could it jump so high and fast?

Even Coolapica was taken aback. A head-on collision could flatten him with the BS001's weight. But in mid-air, he couldn't change direction in time and could only brace for impact, hoping to sever the opponent's titanium blade.

When...

The Kanno III was cut in half in front of everyone!

Watching the BS001 land effortlessly, players went wild because they were sure a legend of the game was about to be born!

By the end of the match, over a million viewers were watching. Once the video was uploaded, players were drawn in. The supposedly heavy BS001 mech displaying a bounce like a mythical creature amazed everyone. And after watching the slow-motion replay, some technical players were moved to tears. The crucial point wasn't the jump but the final attack. It seemed Blade Warrior knew the titanium blade's weakness. By sliding his blade against the opponent's, he created sparks, deflecting the alpha alloy blade directly. This meant even in mid-air, with an immobile stance, he could perform a high-speed triple strike!

The dream-like skill, the beast-like body!

If one only watched the match, they'd consider it a miracle. But after seeing the video replay, technical players collectively gasped. Within minutes of the video appearing on the forum, there was a moment of silence, but soon after, the forum exploded with countless comments.

This BS001 pilot is simply too strong. Players suspect he might be a top pilot from UA or MN.

Some experienced players compared the video to one from half a month ago, realizing Blade Warrior's skill has made a qualitative leap in a short time. His moves are more ruthless, and his piloting has improved drastically, almost like two different people. Piloting the BS001 like a fantasy mech.

Players immediately initiated a challenge frenzy, while Blade Warrior's eternal protectors expressed hopes that higher-ranked players would challenge him proactively. It's not an exaggeration to say that players below the rank of captain wouldn't stand a chance against Blade Warrior, unless another similarly exceptional player emerged.