You said mechs were going to fight monsters, but instead you're destroying stars with your bare

Chapter 27 Summer vacation lasts two and a half months

Li Zhe's words deeply impressed the interviewer; this young man was truly extraordinary!
This maturity and insight far exceed his age.

This profound understanding of "power" and "responsibility"...

The interviewer asked himself...

They don't have this kind of awareness when they're each other's age!

The coldness in Zhu Xingtuan's eyes melted away at that moment.

Instead, there is a heartfelt appreciation.

Dr. Megumi Suzuki also subconsciously adjusted her glasses.

Behind the glasses, the scrutiny and criticism had faded, replaced by a look of deep emotion.

The chubby instructor, Anzai, touched his double chin and drew a circle on his data board.

In the ensuing Q&A session, no matter how tricky or human-testing the questions the interviewers asked, they remained steadfast.

Li Zhe answered fluently and flawlessly.

What he possesses is not only physical abilities far exceeding those of ordinary people, but also a frighteningly clear mind and a strong sense of self-confidence.

The confidence to be the successor of a kingdom of 1.4 billion people!

This level of problem is not difficult at all.

At the end of the interview, Zhu Xingtuan glanced at Li Zhe.

He surprisingly spoke up:
"Li Zhe, your physical fitness and willpower are impeccable. You are the most outstanding young man I have ever seen."

"I personally guarantee that I can arrange a make-up exam for you."

"As long as you pass, I guarantee that your overall score will be the highest in this selection."

Faced with this readily available glory, Li Zhe stood up straight and spoke with unwavering determination...

Decisively refuse!

"Thank you very much for your kindness."

"But rules are rules."

"Once you miss it, you miss it."

"I am willing to bear the consequences of my absence."

"Even if it means I can't become a mecha pilot, I will have no regrets."

This unwavering commitment to principles, this integrity in not resorting to opportunism, this courage to take responsibility...

They completely won over Zhu Xingtuan.

In Li Zhe, he saw the purest sincerity—the willingness to sacrifice everything for one's beliefs!
"Good...good! What a wonderful expression of no regrets!"

Zhu Xingtuan could no longer hide his excitement.

He slammed his hand on the table and stood up abruptly.

He walked up to Li Zhe and patted him heavily on the shoulder.

Then he turned around, picked up a pen, and wrote down 30 points on Li Zhe's interview evaluation form without hesitation!
This is a perfect score in the interview!
Not only that, he also wrote eight large characters in the final comments section—

"A nation's sharpest weapon, with a promising future!"
As Li Zhe calmly walked out of the interview room, he rubbed his temples.

The interviewer actually gave me a perfect score?
My total score reached 80, far exceeding the passing score of 60.

Obtaining the status of a reserve mech pilot is naturally not a problem at all.

But here comes the problem.

Such a score...

Holy crap, did I score too high?
I don't want to be promoted ahead of schedule and get a spot in the early batch of mecha pilots!

……

The final results of the selection exam were announced at noon that day.

On the huge electronic bulletin board in the Kagoshima examination area, Li Zhe's name was prominently listed.

Total score 80.

Quite excellent.

Of course, the other candidates' scores were also quite good.

Faced with this kind of exam, everyone is working themselves to the bone!
A score of 80 places the student right at the average level of the admission list.

As for the highest-ranked person...

What's with me?

I won't even look at it!

For Li Zhe, obtaining even the most basic official certification is enough. To reach a higher ranking, he would need to directly apply for a mecha.

Can I still pilot a mecha with this muscle armor?
In short, Li Zhe got what he wanted.

With this report card, he officially obtained the status of "Reserve Mech Pilot" officially certified by the United Government.

"Ding ~"

Just then, Li Zhe received a text message on his phone.

It is an encrypted website link sent by a relevant organization.

The ringing incessantly echoed as other students who had passed the cutoff score also received the same message.

Click the link, and you will be redirected to a page.

The first thing that catches the eye is the United Government's Mech Pilot Certification System...

Li Zhe studied the table carefully, secretly marveling at it.

The road to promotion is truly long and arduous.

The title of reserve mecha pilot.

It was established separately from the Blue Star United Government's registered mecha pilot system.

The ranks above this title, such as Private, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Field Officer, are titles that already exist in the Star Mech system panel.

The mech pilot qualification system requires completing the title exchange and registering with the relevant government agency.

They can then obtain the corresponding official certification, administrative status, and subsidies.

If a mech pilot reaches the rank of major, once they complete their registration with the United Government, their responsibilities will be much heavier.

But now...

No mech pilot on Earth has reached this level.

Li Zhe noticed the "Corporal" column and his gaze involuntarily sharpened slightly.

The coalition government currently has only 12 registered corporals-level mech pilots.

Of course, this series of data does not include those pioneers outside the system, or those martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the brutal struggle against the abyss.

In any case, this is enough to prove how difficult it is to get promoted within this system.

The website also lists various government subsidies that mech pilots can enjoy.

From housing, infrastructure, and energy to children's education, medical care, and even entrepreneurial projects, it covers almost every aspect of life.

However, these real-world benefits are not like the rewards in the system panel, which can be obtained with a single click.

To apply, you must honestly fill out various application forms, submit various supporting documents, and then wait for the approval process.

Li Zhehua spent an afternoon at the joint government office in Kagoshima, handling various procedures.

When the administrative staff in charge of registration saw the glaring "0" score on his written test in his file, their initial attitude was quite indifferent and perfunctory.

But she inadvertently flipped to the back.

Seeing those three perfect scores, completely outperforming a testing machine in terms of physical fitness.

And in the interviewer section, there's the chief examiner Zhu Xingtuan's handwritten comment, "A sharp blade for the nation, with a promising future," and a perfect interview score...

The female civil servant's attitude underwent a dramatic 180-degree reversal.

The coldness on her face instantly transformed into the warmth and respect of spring.

The efficiency of handling affairs has also improved by several levels.

Based on Li Zhe's achievements, he was selected for one of the first nine key support universities for mecha training.

Admitted to "East China Joint Defense Mech University".

This university is located on a large artificial island in the Pudong Archipelago.

It's not far from the starfish island owned by Li Zhe.

The school's goal is to break free from the shackles of traditional education.

To cultivate well-rounded mecha pilots with exceptional combat skills for the future.

Its teaching model is also far more flexible than that of traditional military academies.

The school is still under construction and will not officially open until mid-September.

However, a practical training exercise will be held at the end of August, giving the trainees a two-and-a-half-month summer vacation.

This gave Li Zhe a perfect window of opportunity.

A period of time that would allow him to focus wholeheartedly on building his secret base...

(End of this chapter)