CHAPTER 1157: CHAPTER 1167: SCARED AWAY AGAIN!

"Since this is a Galactic Guard assessment, it should be a single combat. If others are talking on the sidelines, what does that count for?" Huang Zhongtian spoke towards his brother on stage.

After these words, Huang Zhongtian cast a sinister smile at Tang Zhong and Gao’an. If they were happy, then Huang Zhongtian would ensure they wouldn’t remain so.

"You..." Gao’an clenched his fists in anger.

Tang Zhong waved his hand, signaling Gao’an not to get tense.

At that moment, Huang Xiang on stage heard his brother’s words and, upon seeing Huang Zhongtian’s gaze, understood. Those two must have provoked his brother.

To provoke his brother was to provoke him!

Immediately, he stood up, "That makes sense. The Galactic Guard assessment is single combat. Having others interrupt and give advice is against the rules!"

He supported his brother.

Just as he finished speaking, the Earth Guard Captain Liu Tian remarked, "I don’t think so. Only one person fights in the ring, and just now, I observed closely. That person’s movements were fluid, indicating solid basic skills. Perhaps they just lack real combat experience. If we train such a person, they’d make an excellent soldier!"

Huang Xiang’s expression turned extremely grim upon hearing this.

"And what do you mean by that?"

"We want this person for Earth Guard!" Liu Tian announced.

The whole place was in an uproar.

The Galactic Guard Outer Guard Captains have the privilege to select candidates they are satisfied with during battles. And now, Liu Tian of Earth Guard had directly done so, causing many contestants to be deeply envious.

Huang Xiang furrowed his brows, "Captain Liu, are you really choosing to do this?"

"Yes!" Liu Tian replied, then turned to Gao’an and said, "To you, the candidate nearby, I, as the Earth Guard Captain, invite you to join our Earth Guard. Do you accept?"

Gao’an’s body trembled. To join any team among the five units of the Galactic Guard would be beyond satisfying. He hadn’t expected this: "I accept!"

"Good, follow me when we’re done!" Liu Tian continued.

"Yes!" Gao’an nodded.

Huang Zhongtian, witnessing this, trembled with anger. He only intended to target Tang Zhong and Gao’an but didn’t foresee this outcome. He quickly looked towards his brother, signalling for Huang Xiang to take action.

Huang Xiang saw it but was powerless too. Each Guard Captain holds the right to recruit someone directly. He had no authority to obstruct, but it was clear he was targeting Gao’an, yet Liu Tian chose that individual. It was deliberately opposing him, as he coldly muttered, "Captain Liu, it’s evident that person is a waste. Why would Earth Guard desire such a waste?"

Earth Guard is the weakest among the five elements: metal, wood, water, fire, and earth. Liu Tian, not giving him face, was met with satire directed at Earth Guard.

But Liu Tian ignored him completely!

Liu Tian kept her gaze fixed on Tang Zhong beside Gao’an, pondering how someone of Meteorite Level Sixth Rank could command others. She was eager to see him perform!

Liu Tian ignored Huang Xiang, who had no choice but to stew in anger.

Huang Zhongtian was also shaking with fury!

The assessment continued.

It was Tang Zhong’s turn.

The opponent was exceptionally burly.

On stage, the two faced each other.

Tang Zhong squinted, embodying a wolf. Tang Zhong had gotten here by licking his wounds. He raised his hand, "I’ll make it easy for you!"

The opponent exchanged glances with Tang Zhong and shivered. He was relaxed upon entering, planning for an intense clash, but now, just facing him, fear seized him.

It seemed as though this person wasn’t human but a Demon King.

"I’ll make it easy for you!"

"Shall we start?" Tang Zhong asked.

"Y-yes!" the opponent stammered.

Everyone watched Tang Zhong. His prior commanding was spectacular. Now, they wondered about his own skills. Liu Tian scrutinized intently, determined to recruit him to Earth Guard if satisfied.

Tang Zhong eyed the opponent, "I’m making my move!"

He clenched a fist, feet shifting on the floor, exuding a murderous aura.

The opponent only heard Tang Zhong’s fist cracking and felt an oppressive dread. He backed down, understanding why the earlier opponent surrendered. This wasn’t just anyone; it was a demon, sweat dripping from his forehead.

"I surrender. I quit!"

Fighting was overwhelming; he felt like Alexander, retreating from the ring.

Everyone was dumbfounded. Again, someone had been scared off. Who was this guy to manage that?

The opponent left the ring, leading the female officer to declare Tang Zhong the victor.

"What a coward!" Huang Zhongtian fumed, clenching, "What a waste!"

The five Guard Captains on stage grew increasingly curious about Tang Zhong.

Liu Tian hoped to see Tang Zhong in action, but watching this scene left her with a wry smile. Seeing him fight was indeed challenging.

Tang Zhong exited the ring, feeling helpless. Did he really appear scary enough to frighten off opponents?

The competition carried on.

Soon, half the participants were eliminated.

It came down to 32 individuals.

Tang Zhong never engaged directly; his glance alone prompted opponents to back down.

With 32 left, only 10 would qualify, and the fighting intensified.

Finally, Tang Zhong drew against Huang Zhongtian.

Huang Zhongtian approached Tang Zhong menacingly, "Kid, it’s about to begin. Unlike others, I won’t just surrender!"

Tang Zhong disregarded Huang Zhongtian’s taunt, "Oh, I’ll crush you then!"

Being dismissed, Huang Zhongtian’s face twisted in displeasure, "Who’s going to crush whom isn’t certain yet!"

"No, I’m certain, I’ll crush you!" Tang Zhong retorted.

Huang Zhongtian fell silent; their duel was up next.

The arena witnessed the fiercest battle, where some succeeded while others fell.

Everyone battled till the end.

Finally, the group before Tang Zhong and Huang Zhongtian concluded their match.

The female officer announced, "Tang Zhong, Huang Zhongtian, prepare to take the stage!"

Hearing his call, Huang Zhongtian promptly took the stage.

Tang Zhong climbed slowly.

At this point, all eyes were on the match. Surely this time, Tang Zhong’s opponent wouldn’t run!

"I now declare, the match begins!" the female officer shouted.

Huang Zhongtian assumed his stance, sneering, "Tang Zhong, I wonder if your words will hold as firm as before?"