Gao Junwei, a typical melee-awakened one, possessed exquisite fist and foot techniques as well as Tang saber skills. He could cover his entire body, or just his Tang saber, with searing flames, inflicting continuous damage on awakened individuals who had not yet mastered fire-type star techniques.

In close combat, he could use "Charging," making him unstoppable with the force of thunder.

For ranged attacks, he carried the "Explosive Flame" star technique, allowing him to unleash exploding fireballs.

He could also roar loudly and stand firm with his saber.

It could be said that he had a balanced set of abilities, and at least at the high school level, he had no obvious weaknesses.

With his tall stature and handsome appearance, Gao Junwei had become the school's heartthrob. Coupled with his powerful strength and solid family background, he was a god in the eyes of the school's girls.

Alas, one can know a person's face but not their heart.

Xia Yan and Han Jiangxue both wanted to kick this selfish and sinister teammate out of the team. The events that occurred during their last team mission were unforgettable.

In particular, the conflict between Gao Junwei and another member, Li Weiyi, had become completely irreconcilable.

It was no exaggeration to say that although the two were teammates in name, they had reached the point of being mortal enemies.

What amazed Jiang Xiao was that even though their relationship had deteriorated so badly, neither of them had left the team; they were still teammates.

Jiang Xiao didn't believe that two high school students, in their wild and ignorant years, could endure such humiliation and carry such a burden. It was probably the result of a game played by their families.

According to Xia Yan, Jiang Xiao's target was this handsome guy named Gao Junwei.

He was to knock him off his high horse in the most unexpected way possible, and then join Xia Yan's team with his precious medical-type identity, leaving no room for anyone to criticize.

Jiang Xiao agreed to her request. Of course, Jiang Xiao wasn't stupid; he knew the consequences of doing so.

If he successfully replaced Gao Junwei in front of everyone, he would undoubtedly attract trouble, make enemies, and even antagonize Gao Junwei's family.

But thinking about what Xia Yan and Han Jiangxue had done for him, and thinking about Han Jiangxue's future, Jiang Xiao felt that it was necessary to do this.

Speaking of which, Gao Junwei's family wasn't a major clan. His family was a little stronger than Xia Yan's. His mother seemed to work in a special team, and his father was a businessman, who although very successful, was an ordinary person.

In this world, the vast majority of people were mediocre, from ordinary families.

Given the current strength level of Jiang Xiao and the others, the chances of encountering a reclusive expert or a powerful family were probably about the same as winning the lottery.

In other words, how could the descendants of those truly ancient and powerful families possibly be studying at Jiangbin No. 1 High School?

Would Li Weiyi and Gao Junwei even have a chance to compete? If that were the case, Li Weiyi would probably have disappeared from this world long ago.

The return journey was silent, with only one small interlude.

After encountering a lone White Ghoul Hunter, Xia Yan didn't make a move. Instead, she had Han Jiangxue take the corpse out of the spatial coffin.

Jiang Xiao watched as the sexy and beautiful Xia Yan threw half of the medical-type awakened corpse to the White Ghoul, as if she were feeding her pet cat or dog.

The White Ghoul didn't stand on ceremony, devouring the meat right in front of it...

Jiang Xiao's eyes had been opened to this kind of method of destroying evidence.

Jiang Xiao found it difficult to associate words like "ruthless" with Xia Yan, but her every move was constantly refreshing Jiang Xiao's perception of her.

This world... was truly fascinating.

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...

Early September, the lingering heat of summer.

Even though Beijiang was located in the northernmost part of China, at a higher latitude, the weather here was still hot due to the recent climate anomalies.

Back in the Earth world, Jiang Xiao really felt like he had been transported to another era.

He even found the bright sunlight and clear sky unbearable.

At this moment, Jiang Xiao, with his tattered clothes, stood like a madman in front of the Jiannan Town government gate, raising his head, closing his eyes, and opening his arms, as if embracing the sun.

The soldiers on both sides silently watched this disheveled young man. There was no teasing or ridicule in their eyes. On the contrary, they looked at Jiang Xiao, who resembled a savage, with admiration.

On that immature face, the soldiers saw traces of hardship.

How long had this kid been training in the snowfield?

Facing those ferocious White Ghouls day and night, in that harsh environment, constantly facing the threat of death, was indeed a bit cruel for a young child.

Walking out of that dim world, Jiang Xiao felt the beauty of life.

The fresh air, the warm sunlight, even the scorching heat, were a hundred times better than the cold temperatures in the snowfield.

Better to die from heat than to die from cold.

Better to die from overeating than to die from starvation.

"You didn't change your clothes, didn't take a bath, and you're standing under the hot sun wearing winter clothes. Did I break you?" Behind him came Xia Yan's charming laughter, as if she was in a good mood.

Jiang Xiao turned around and saw Xia Yan's smiling face, as well as her youthful and beautiful urban attire.

A white V-neck T-shirt, blue denim shorts, a pair of fair and slender legs exposed to the air, and sandals on her feet.

Perhaps because she had just taken a shower, her little face was flushed, and her chestnut-colored short curly hair was still a little damp. Under the gentle breeze, her hairstyle was slightly messy, but it added a touch of妩媚 alluring charm. (wumei: charming)

The moment Jiang Xiao turned around, his eyes were fixed on her T-shirt.

This woman... was well-endowed!

"What are you looking at? My eyes are here." Xia Yan kicked Jiang Xiao in the butt and pointed to her eyes with two fingers.

Jiang Xiao rubbed his butt and sighed, "After living in the snowfield for so long, even the White Ghouls look pretty. Not to mention you."

"You little rascal, you're actually comparing me to those ugly things." Xia Yan immediately became angry and kicked him again.

How could Jiang Xiao fall in the same place twice?

He easily dodged it, and the sandals on Xia Yan's feet flew out.

Coincidentally, the exquisite sandals hit the face of the soldier on guard duty.

The soldier stood motionless, looking straight ahead, like a statue, as if nothing had happened.

"Ah." Xia Yan propped herself up on one foot and covered her mouth with one hand, "Sorry, sorry."

Saying that, Xia Yan glared at Jiang Xiao fiercely, "Hurry up and pick them up for me."

Jiang Xiao smiled and said, "In your dreams?"

Xia Yan: "You..."

Behind them, Han Jiangxue, who had washed up and changed her clothes, also came out. Looking at Xia Yan, who was bullying someone, she said unhappily, "Stop it, let's go."

Xia Yan: "Um."

"Why didn't you change your clothes?" Han Jiangxue frowned at Jiang Xiao. At this moment, Jiang Xiao, like a savage, was wearing tattered clothes covered in congealed blood. His original buzz cut had grown a lot. Fortunately, his body hadn't fully developed yet, otherwise, he would probably have a scruffy beard.

"Oh, I'll go change." Jiang Xiao was indulging in the sunshine. Ever since he came out of the snowfield, he had been standing here embracing the sun like a madman.

"Don't change, let's go." Han Jiangxue shook her head and said, "Go home and change your clothes, wash up, then get a haircut. I'll take you to school this afternoon."

Take me to school...

Jiang Xiao scratched his head. Why did that sound so awkward?