Being forced to grow like a pig? But I'm immune to the consequences!

Eight people, including Iris, Liu Zhen, Wu Sheng, and Suoguli, stepped forward.

"The eight of you will be the champions of this tournament, so stand aside for now." Tavin looked at them, then turned to the remaining twenty-four students. "I'll repeat the rules one more time."

"Besides the eight reigning champions, the twenty-four of you will compete again in the ring to determine the top six. These six people are qualified to challenge the reigning champions."

"To be fair, you can rest for a few hours beforehand to adjust your condition."

"Each person has only one chance to challenge, and can choose any champion to challenge. Each champion can only accept challenges from two people consecutively. If the challenge is successful, the champion takes over; if the challenge is unsuccessful, the challenge ends there."

"In addition, the last four of the eight champions are also qualified to challenge the first four champions—but only after the other six have finished their challenges."

"The rules have been explained. Feel free to ask any questions."

The twenty-four trainees looked at each other in bewilderment.

Someone raised their hand: "Teacher, after the six of us have decided the winner, what if several people want to challenge the same champion?"

"It's simple," Tarvin replied. "You six can decide for yourselves. In any case, a single champion can only accept two challenges. Also, the champion has no rest time—if the first challenger fails, the second one immediately steps up, and the champion cannot refuse."

The twenty-four men exchanged glances, each with their own thoughts. Tavin's words meant they should either discuss it amongst themselves or fight again.

The man then asked, "If one of us defeats the reigning champion and becomes the new champion, can the others still challenge him?"

"No," Tarvin replied. "A newly appointed champion cannot be challenged by anyone else. The same applies to the eight champions—if the last four defeat the first four, they also cannot be challenged."

Each person had their own thoughts.

Under these rules, if two people are eyeing the same champion, it comes down to who strikes first. If someone is certain of victory, they don't hesitate; otherwise, they need to plan carefully—the first challenger weakens the champion, which increases the chances for the second person.

"Any more questions?" Tavan asked again.

No one answered.

"Alright, the second round of the second assessment, the second arena battle—begins now!"

As soon as Tavin finished speaking, the names on the big screen began to scroll and match.

The 24 trainees were quickly matched into 12 battle teams.

The battle immediately began on the arena.

Among them, Xu Fei's performance was the most outstanding. Although his fighting skills were only average, his strength at the fifth level of Body Tempering was undeniable, allowing him to almost completely overwhelm opponents at the fourth level of Body Tempering.

Soon, the twelve matches ended, and the top twelve were determined.

Following that, the top twelve were matched again, resulting in six teams battling it out.

After another round of fierce competition, the top six have finally emerged.

Xu Fei was naturally among them.

Tavin stepped forward: "The top six have been decided. You have two hours to rest. After the rest, you can begin challenging the reigning champion."

The group dispersed, gathering in twos and threes to rest and discuss.

Liu Zhen approached Iris and Wu Sheng with apparent familiarity, attempting to strike up a conversation: "Iris, Wu Sheng, we top four champions are probably in a bit of trouble."

"Trouble?" Ellis asked haughtily. "What trouble?"

"Each champion can only accept two challenges—but those two refer to the top six out of the twenty-four, not including the last four champions," Liu Zhen analyzed. "If two of the top six challenge one of us in succession, and then the last four challenge us, wouldn't we have to fight three rounds in a row? It's very likely that we'll lose in the third round due to stamina issues."

Upon hearing this, Iris scoffed, "You're overthinking it. We're all at the fifth level of Body Tempering. What fool would dare to challenge us? They only have one chance to challenge us. I don't believe there's any idiot like that."

Liu Zhen seemed to realize it belatedly, scratching his head sheepishly: "Oh dear, I really forgot—all three of us are at the fifth level of Body Tempering! It seems we have nothing to worry about now."

He turned to look at Wu Sheng, his tone warm: "You agree, right, Brother Wu Sheng?"

Wu Sheng simply nodded imperceptibly, then turned and walked towards the group in Suoguli.

Liu Zhen watched his retreating figure, his eyes flickered, but he didn't say anything more.

……

The atmosphere was somewhat heavy on Suoguli's side.

Suo Gu looked worried—he could almost foresee that he would be the first one challenged. And the six people might even fight over who would challenge him.

"Suoguli, if things get out of hand, don't try to fight it out," Wu Sheng patted his shoulder. "It would be a loss if you got hurt."

Soguli nodded. He wasn't one to ignore advice; if things truly couldn't be done, he would definitely admit defeat.

At this moment, Zhao Dele suddenly laughed: "Suoguli, don't worry too much. I don't think you will really fall from the champion's position—there is still a chance."

A hint of doubt appeared in Soguli's eyes.

Zhao Dele didn't say anything more, but simply turned his gaze to the newly selected top six.

……

Meanwhile, on the other side of the top six teams, a few people were huddled together discussing something.

Xu Fei crossed his arms, chin held high, looking incredibly arrogant, as if he were from a completely different world from the other five people.

"You don't need to worry about me," he said arrogantly. "I've already decided who I want to challenge—the champion of the top four. You probably won't choose that, right? So you don't need to consult me."

The other five people all looked rather grim. Xu Fei's attitude was truly unpleasant.

But since he was at the fifth level of Body Tempering, they didn't dare say anything. The group ignored Xu Fei and continued chatting among themselves.

"Who are you all planning to choose?"

"Stop hiding anything, just say it, so we don't start arguing later."

"Who else can I choose? I'm planning to pick the one named Suoguli."

"That's what I think too."

"So what do we do? Fight one battle first, wear ourselves down, and then challenge him?"

"Actually, I have an idea," one of them said in a low voice. "We can take turns. Let me go first and take the title. Then I'll give the position to the next person in the next assessment."

"Are you kidding me?" the other person immediately retorted. "When it comes to the next assessment, would you be willing to give it up?"

"Exactly. And I don't think I'll be knocked off the champion's seat if I take it."

"Looks like they're all reluctant to part with the beast meat reward! In that case, we'll still have to fight?"

"Fight if you want! Who's afraid of who!"

The group argued incessantly, none of them willing to give in.

Zhao Dele watched this scene from afar, a slight smile playing on his lips.

—As expected, things took a turn for the better.

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