I gain permanent defense when attacked; even gods and demons can't hurt me.

"He has been working with us for over a year, and we have a very close relationship."

"However," Tang Yu sighed, "because the school administration decided to let you join, and Wang Gang was squeezed out to make room for you."

"Although it was an order from the school, Wang Gang didn't say anything."

"But the other members of the team, especially the Holy Knight and the Elemental Mage who were closest to Wang Gang, must have had some complaints."

"They think that you, as a freshman, used your privileges to steal your brother's opportunity."

Tang Yu stopped and looked at an independent training hall not far ahead.

The faint sounds of fierce fighting could be heard from there.

"So, Lin Yuan."

"We'll go in in a bit."

"If they say something offensive, or try to intimidate you, don't back down."

"In this team, the only way to earn respect is to demonstrate your abilities!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Yuan not only didn't get nervous, but instead smiled.

"I understand what you're saying. To be honest, if it's about respecting strength, then I really have no objection."

"Perfect timing! I'd also like to see the capabilities of your core second-year students!"

Seeing Lin Yuan's eager look, Tang Yu's tense nerves relaxed a little.

She comforted her, saying, "Actually, you don't need to be too nervous, and you don't need to think too badly of them."

"Our school is different from other schools."

"Those who can pass through layers of rigorous assessments to enter the second year and remain in the core group are all highly qualified elites."

Tang Yu pointed to the school flag fluttering in the distance: "As you know, our school sends many talents to the Abyss Battlefield every year."

"Moreover, upon enrollment, one automatically receives the rank of private and enjoys military allowances."

"This means that even though we haven't graduated yet, we are already considered to be reserve soldiers."

"Soldiers are born to obey orders."

Tang Yu's tone carried a hint of pride: "So even if they are extremely dissatisfied with this 'replacement' order, they will not resort to any underhanded tactics or sabotage behind the scenes."

"They will openly express their dissatisfaction and bring it up face-to-face."

"If you're stronger than them and beat them into submission, they'll acknowledge you!"

"They'll respect you more than anyone else!"

"It can be said that the cultivation atmosphere here is quite fierce and pure."

After hearing these words, Lin Yuan's smile deepened.

"That's even better."

"I'm not afraid of their dissatisfaction, I'm afraid they'll keep quiet about it."

"I like this kind of open conflict the most."

"Perfect, I also admire strong people!"

Lin Yuan cracked his neck, making a series of crisp sounds: "Especially your captain's profession, this is the first time I've ever heard of it."

"Infernal Dragon Knight... Counting the two I met during my college entrance exam, this should be the third legendary class I've ever seen."

Upon hearing this, Tang Yu couldn't help but smile: "I'm also a little curious about how interesting my arrogant teammates' expressions will be after they see your true strength."

Independent training hall, Hall 3.

As soon as the heavy alloy door was pushed open, a wave of heat mixed with strong magical energy rushed towards them.

Five figures were gathered together in the spacious training field, the atmosphere somewhat somber.

When Tang Yu walked in with an unfamiliar face, everyone's eyes immediately turned to him.

Examine.

question.

indifferent.

But there was no contempt.

Because those who get into this school are not fools, and no one will treat you like a weakling just because you are a freshman.

"Captain, everyone."

Tang Yu broke the silence, leading Lin Yuan to the front of the group and introducing him generously: "This is Lin Yuan, the new team member assigned by the school."

"Freshmen awaken the only hidden class, the Unbreakable Barrier."

After introducing Lin Yuan, Tang Yu pointed to the five people present and began to introduce them one by one.

First up was a tall, thin young man with gloomy eyes, who was playing with a ball of flame in his hand: "Zhang Lie, level 37, class Elemental Demolitionist, the team's main magic damage dealer."

Zhang Lie gave Lin Yuan a cold look and snorted, which was his way of greeting him.

Next came a girl in a white robe with a soft, sweet voice: "Su Qing, level 36, profession: Star Prophet, a rare support profession, responsible for crowd control and buffs."

Su Qing nodded slightly to Lin Yuan, her eyes filled with great curiosity.

Then came a burly man in silver armor, wielding a cross-shaped sword: "Chen Feng, level 36, class Holy Knight, he is the team's off-tank and also serves as a melee DPS."

Chen Feng's gaze was the most complex, carrying obvious dissatisfaction and hostility.

Because he had the best relationship with Wang Gang, who was ousted.

Finally, Tang Yu's gaze fell on the man standing in the very center.

He was tall and strong, with a resolute face. He wore a dark red dragon scale armor and carried a heavy dragon spear that was two meters long on his back.

Just standing there gives people a sense of oppression, like a volcano.

"This is our captain, Lei Xiao, level 41, a legendary class, the Infernal Dragon Knight!"

Lei Xiao sized Lin Yuan up and down, his gaze sharp as a knife.

But he didn't say anything. Instead, a burly man standing next to Chen Feng suddenly took a step forward.

He was carrying a huge tower shield on his back and looked very unhappy. He was none other than Tan Wang Gang, the original owner of Tan Wang Gang, who had been squeezed out of his position by Lin Yuan.

Wang Gang, Level 36, Class Giant Shield Guardian.

"You're Lin Yuan?"

Wang Gang's voice was deep, not revealing much anger, but rather a sense of resentment.

He looked directly into Lin Yuan's eyes: "I obey the school's orders."

"I'll accept being eliminated because I'm not as skilled as others."

"But," Wang Gang clenched his fist, his knuckles turning white, "what I'm not happy about is that I haven't even seen you make a move yet, and I've already been told to replace you."

"This makes me feel like all my previous efforts have become a joke."

"They said you were a top-tier student, the national champion this year, and a genius."

"I want to know, in what ways are you, this genius, better than me?"

The atmosphere froze instantly.

The people around remained silent, which clearly reflected their sentiments.

If Lin Yuan got in through connections, they would never cooperate, even with orders from the school.

Lin Yuan looked at the honest-looking man in front of him, his smile fading, and said seriously, "I understand how you feel, senior."

"So what do you want?"

Wang Gang took a deep breath and said in a deep voice:

"Let's have a match!"

"Right here!"

"If you win, I, Wang Gang, will leave without a word, and I'll still have to say 'I'm convinced' whenever I see you again!"

"If you lose"

Wang Gang didn't finish his sentence, but his meaning was clear.