Chapter 295: Chapter 246: Breaking News: Major New Rules
"We’re only in charge of the Dragon List rankings. Anything involving training resources isn’t something you or I can decide. This matter is very difficult!" The middle-aged man frowned deeply.
"I’ve laid out the proposal. Whether the Director can persuade his superiors is not my concern. But for now, I believe it’s the only solution. Besides, I’m sure the higher-ups have already considered something like this. How could the benefits for ranks one through three hundred possibly be the same? It hasn’t been announced, but I’m sure it’s been considered at the top, just not officially specified on the Dragon List."
"..." The middle-aged man’s frown deepened. Finally, he relaxed his clenched fists. "Alright. I’ll go and submit the request to the higher-ups and give it a try."
...
「Three days later.」
Gao Neng’s popularity skyrocketed.
Every day, the entrance to the Eastern Capital Military Academy was packed with people.
Every day, Gao Neng looked like he was beaten to within an inch of his life, yet he was like a willow in the wind—battered but never broken. And in the end, he always managed a fluke victory.
As a result, his earnings soared higher and higher.
The entire Federation was abuzz with speculation about when Gao Neng would finally be defeated.
Gao Neng was very satisfied with this. He wasn’t taking any risks, just playing it safe and raking in the profits. He even found time during one lunch break to do an exclusive interview.
On the front page of the military newspaper, Gao Neng’s name became officially synonymous with the willpower of a soldier.
A role model for the four major military academies.
Let us all learn from his example!
「Five days later...」
Challengers continued to pour into the Eastern Capital Military Academy.
What’s more, some previous challengers even returned.
That’s right!
Dragon Heaven Hall had returned!
And once again, just when victory was within his grasp, he was defeated by Gao Neng’s tenacious willpower.
He wept...
Over three hundred million!
Gone!
On the seventh day—twelve days since the Dragon List had first been announced—there were only eighteen days left until the rankings were finalized for the month.
The Federation Government’s new policy...
...was finally released.
It was about time. For seven whole days, the top three hundred on the Dragon List hadn’t budged an inch. The only one being constantly challenged was Gao Neng.
"New Dragon List Regulations: All who enter the top three hundred of the Dragon List will secure a slot..." The initial clauses were the same as before, but a new one had been added.
The new rule was very simple...
"The top three hundred on the Dragon List will be divided into three tiers—A, B, and C—corresponding to ranks 1-100, 101-200, and 201-300 respectively. In addition, there is a special exception: S-Tier. This tier will be determined by officials based on a comprehensive assessment of age, strength, and combat record."
"Immediately, the Dragon List changed."
"A clear tier—A, B, or C—appeared before the name of every person in the top three hundred. In addition, several S-Tiers were prominently displayed."
The monk ranked first on the Dragon List.
Shaximo of the Esoteric Sect was rated: S-Tier.
Ranked second on the Dragon List... S-Tier.
A quick glance revealed that seven of the top ten on the Dragon List were S-Tier.
Looking further down the list...
Ranked fifty-third on the Dragon List, Shen Ning’Er: S-Tier.
After the update.
A total of thirteen S-Tier ratings appeared on the Dragon List.
The official announcement stated that a total of twenty S-Tier ratings would be awarded. The remaining seven would be determined over the next eighteen days.
The moment this new rule was announced,
The young elites of the entire Federation went into a frenzy.
The major media outlets scrambled to report on it.
They actually introduced a tier system!
Now, everyone could imagine just how turbulent and unpredictable the Dragon List was about to become.
Before, the person at rank 201 posed no threat to the one at 200. After all, they were both on the list, just waiting to hold hands and skip into the Holy Hall together.
No need for infighting.
But now, things were different...
There was a difference between rank 201 and 200!
A difference in tiers.
How could anyone stand for that?
On top of that, there was the mysterious S-Tier. No detailed explanation was needed; everyone knew exactly what that implied.
"The Race for the Dragon List Has Officially Reached a Fever Pitch!"
"What Changes Will the Next Eighteen Days Bring to the Once-Calm Dragon List?"
"Who Will Claim the Remaining 7 S-Tier Slots?! Our Panel of Experts Analyzes the Contenders Live!"
"The Gao Neng Affair: The Incident That Sparked the Dragon List’s New Regulations!"
"..."
All sorts of headlines flooded the TVs, internet, and newspapers.
Gao Neng was asleep in his dorm room when the door was violently kicked open by Fang Tangtang. Before Gao Neng even had a chance to pull on his pants, she pounced.
"Gao Neng, wake up! There’s huge news!"
"What news?"
"It’s official news, look! The new Dragon List regulations were just announced! From now on, the top three hundred have a new tier system!"
"Holy crap?! There are tiers now? Tiers A, B, C... wait, let me see. That monk is actually S-Tier? Huh? Ning’Er is S-Tier too? No way... Let me see mine... I’m C-Tier?!" Gao Neng was finally wide awake after reading the new Dragon List regulations Fang Tangtang had handed him.
"Gao Neng, what are you thinking?"
’Why is a genius like me only a C-Tier?’
"C-Tier is great! You can still get a final slot. You’re not thinking of... wait, Gao Neng, don’t do anything reckless! Right now, we just need to play it safe! This new rule doesn’t affect us much. As long as you hold your spot in the top three hundred, you can keep making money!" Fang Tangtang said immediately, as if she had read his mind.
"I’ll earn the money, but I’m getting that tier, too!" Gao Neng shot to his feet, the blanket falling away. He tilted his head back slightly, his face a mask of confidence.
Fang Tangtang’s eyes went wide.
"I’m just a tiny little bird, I try to fly, but I can’t fly high..."
*(I’m exhausted today, but here’s a 5,100-character Chapter for you!)*
