Chapter 76 Two vs. Seven
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Zhong Yuming disliked the ways of these nobles. It was because of their manipulation of the selection process that the Northern Academy had been unable to integrate the strength of the entire academy to form the strongest team, resulting in consistently poor performance in the Soul Master Competition.
However, he couldn't openly oppose the nobles, because the majority of the funds required to maintain and operate the academy were provided by them. Under such a major premise, a little privilege was unavoidable.
Zhong Yuming expressed sympathy for Romier's situation, but for the sake of the overall situation, he would not speak out for him.
Ge Lan said in a somewhat exaggerated tone:
"Since you, the instructor, and most of the team members have stated that Romier is not suitable, then he must indeed be unsuitable. Just replace him with a suitable candidate…"
"Even the captain of the team can't act arbitrarily and disregard the feelings of the team members, right?"
Amon raised his right hand and adjusted his glasses. "This is based on the overall consideration of the team. Romier and I can unleash stronger power together, while Franco's inclusion goes against the original intention of improving combat effectiveness."
Seeing Amon still speaking up for him at this time, Romier felt a bit of gratitude in his heart. It had been a long time since he had been cared for like this.
He approached Amon and whispered:
"Captain, why don't we just forget it… It's okay, I'll just be a substitute, there's no need to clash with a real earl for my sake."
Amon glanced at him and said gently, "Don't worry, just watch quietly, I'll handle it."
Romier felt an urge to cry, his eyes were red.
In fact, Amon didn't mind replacing Romier, as long as the price was right, anything was negotiable… If the benefits were sufficient, he wouldn't even mind replacing himself!
However, the Rhodes family had smoothed things over with the relationships behind four members, but they had uniquely missed him, not giving him corresponding benefits, so Amon naturally wouldn't agree.
Strongly confronting Earl Rhodes was also a means for Amon to showcase himself and increase his weight, otherwise some people wouldn't even remember to give him a share of the cake, just like this time.
"Affecting combat effectiveness? Perhaps you're not considering it from a comprehensive enough perspective. The team's combat effectiveness can't be judged solely on individual strength," Ge Lan said, a little displeased at being snubbed.
Franco might not be able to win against Romier in a one-on-one situation, but team combat effectiveness was something that didn't have a clear standard of judgment and would change with opponents and tactics.
Amon's lips curled slightly, revealing a slightly mocking smile:
"What I mean is, Franco's inclusion is affecting my mood, making it impossible for me to perform at my best."
"An absurd reason, are you determined to oppose me?" Ge Lan's tone turned gloomy.
He looked at Zhong Yuming and said, "Since there are differences among the team members, then eliminate all the unstable factors. Anyway, there's still a year left, and the academy has enough time to select new members."
Hearing that Ge Lan wanted to replace Amon and Romier together, Bi Da'er and Ilya's expressions changed. They didn't expect things to develop to this extent.
They were willing to support Franco replacing Romier, but that didn't mean they were willing to stand against Amon because of this.
Magma emerged from Yan Jin's hand. She wanted to use action directly to shut up this annoying guy who was constantly escalating the conflict and even affecting her relationship with Amon.
Amon chuckled and clapped his hands, interrupting Yan Jin's actions:
"You're right, but… which side is the unstable factor? The academy's purpose is to select a stronger team, so let's have a match…"
"Amon and Romier are on one team, and the rest of you who support Franco are on the other team. The winner takes all, and the loser shuts up."
Zhong Yuming glanced at Amon and nodded, "Okay."
Ge Lan's expression was slightly puzzled. Two against five, this didn't seem like a wise choice, but Amon's reason was irrefutable, and besides, Headmaster Zhong Yuming had also agreed, so he didn't object.
"Wait, me, and me, Mr. Amon, I'm also on your side," Lei Yin shouted, raising his hand.
"You? Go to your sister's side, I just want to see your strength too," Amon said with a smile.
Bi Da'er and Alia were wondering if they should also use the reason that "being on the same team as Franco affects my performance" to slack off.
Yan Jin was pondering which temporary teammate to start with later.
Seeming to see through their thoughts, Amon said:
"Don't hold back, use your full strength. I'll consider replacing anyone who's too weak…"
Yan Jin raised her head and met Amon's gaze. "Really go all out?"
"Yes," Amon nodded with a smile. He looked at Sun Boyuan and said, "You go up too, just to make up seven."
"Ah? Me? I'm a Soul King!" Sun Boyuan pointed at himself with his index finger, looking confused.
"Or do you want to try?" Amon looked at Ge Lan again.
Of course, Ge Lan wouldn't go on stage. He frowned, then relaxed and said to Sun Boyuan:
"Teacher Sun, since he's asking so much, you should join in."
He didn't want to think about Amon's intentions anymore. If they still couldn't win like this, then they could only admit defeat.
"Stop dawdling, hurry up, don't be careless, use all your strength!" Yan Jin, who had already jumped onto the stage, shouted at Sun Boyuan and the others.
Since Amon said to go all out, then she would go all out!
Sun Boyuan hesitated for a moment, but still went up to the stage and stood beside Franco.
"Captain Amon, is this really okay?" Romier looked confused.
Amon's actions were completely incomprehensible.
Lei Yin was originally on their side, but was driven to the opposite side by Amon, and Yan Jin didn't seem to be serious about fighting at first, but was filled with fighting spirit by Amon.
Looking at the eager Yan Jin, and Sun Boyuan, a Soul King-level teacher, Romier felt his scalp tingling.
"Don't worry, just cooperate with me later," Amon said with a smile.
The only ones who understood Amon's meaning were Yan Jin and Lei Yin, knowing that he wanted to show some strength to gain autonomy over the Soul Master Competition team and reduce interference from the academy.
Yan Jin originally had the idea of challenging Amon. Although she knew she didn't have much chance of winning, she also wanted to see the gap, so she seemed very excited.
Lei Yin didn't have too many thoughts, he just tried his best to cooperate.
Zhong Yuming smiled and said loudly, "Since you have all approved of this competition, then I will be the referee."
He looked at Amon, revealing a bit of probing, after all, this was proposed by Amon, and all the unfavorable conditions were also requested by him, so he must have some certainty.
In addition, Yan Jin's solemn expression also confirmed this. He knew that Yan Jin, Lei Yin, and Amon could basically be regarded as a small group, and they must have an understanding of each other.
Judging from Yan Jin's expression, she didn't seem to think this would be an easy battle, even though they seemed to have all the advantages on the surface.
A look of anticipation appeared on Zhong Yuming's face. Could the combination of Amon and Romier really defeat the other seven?
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