Forbidden Zone of the Human Race

Chapter 372: Big Hero

Glory Martial Univerisity? Xiang Ning thought for a moment. Although he hadnt spent much time in Heavenly Star City, he knew that there were many universities there, and that was one of the more famous ones. It was one of the top hundred universities in the world; it was a prestigious institution indeed.

Yep, but based on your abilities, itll be very simple for you to enter Glory Martial University, Chu Long said with a smile, much to Long Xiaoqis irritation. Simple? Very simple?

Hmph, that brat? Maybe hell make it if he works hard, she muttered.

Xiang Ning smiled. She didnt sound like a very nice person, but she was cute, and with that tone, it sounded like she was a little spoiled. But he was interested in what Chu Long said, so he asked, Why do you think so?

Last year, the Federation launched the Limit Project. Im sure you were involved, right? I know that many students achieved tier three, or even four in less than a year. Although there are few of them, theyre talented and powerful, he said.

Long Xiaoqi, who was listening next to him, had obviously heard of the Limit Project too. There was a bit more respect in her eyes, but she was still muttering like a girl waiting to be comforted.

Mm, I guess so.

Chu Long nodded, his expression saying I knew it. This Xiang Ning in front of him looked like he was at least tier three, maybe almost tier four. If he was going to train, he must be there to improve himself. Chu Long himself was stuck at tier four, nine-star, much to his resentment.

The two of them happily chatted while Long Xiaoqi unhappily pouted, waiting for someone to talk to and comfort her. But she had underestimated their focus on their conversation with each other.

As time passed, she surrendered. Werent they tired? Thirsty? Parched? How could they have so many topics to talk about? But it didnt matter, they would be arriving in Hang City in half an hour. Then they would go their separate ways and maybe help each other out if they met in battle one day.

......

The train ride didnt go as smoothly as expected; sometimes people referred to events like they were fated. And what happened next was one of those events.

The train suddenly braked, causing the moody Long Xiaoqi to almost choke on her fruit juice. Xiang Ning and Chu Long remained as stable as ever, while the little girl and her mother next to them were startled. Thankfully, the seatbelts were of good quality, and with Xiang Nings help, they were okay.

What happened?

Whyd we stop?

We arent at Hang City yet.

The train grew noisy.

Xiang Ning frowned, activating his Combat Instinct. He sensed a threat approaching, and while it wouldnt be a huge threat to him, there were many civilians here.

Chu Long saw Xiang Nings furrowed brows, and although he didnt know what happened, he asked, Are you alright? Where are you hurt?

Xiang Ning waved, implying that he was fine, and Long Xiaoqi became jealous. She had almost choked, why wasnt he worried about her?

Xiang Ning looked at the barriers outside the windows. It looked all too familiar. Not far away, about ten beasts suddenly appeared and the already noisy carriage became even more chaotic.

What the hell? Beasts? Whyre there so many of them?

Mama! Mama! Im scared!

Wow, todays my unlucky day!

Why isnt the train moving?!

Frantic conversations spread throughout the carriage. Chu Long and Long Xiaoqi frowned. Beasts? Was their train blocked by beasts?

Very quickly, the speakers came alive. Attention passengers, a powerful beast has blocked the front of the carriage, therefore we are unable to move forward. But were being protected by barriers, so please dont worry. Weve already contacted Hang City for help and theyll arrive in less than half an hour.

Though the conductor announced that, it wasnt enough to comfort the passengers, though the voices quietened down after ten minutes when they realized the beasts couldnt get in. Then everything changed when a pale blue beast appeared.

The first person to notice it was Chu Long, or rather Xiang Ning, but he didnt know what species it was. Only his Combat Instinct told him that it wasnt a small threat.

A Thunderclap Mastiff. Four meters tall, weighs three tons, a beast that only evolved two years ago. It has cells like an electric eeleach one is like a stackable battery, and whenever it wants to release electricity, its nerves will trigger the cells to release electrons. Its similar to an electric eel, but much more powerful, Chu Long explained. Its very dangerous.

Wait... if its here, does it intend to destroy the barriers? gasped Long Xiaoqi.

Chu Long hesitated, then replied, I dont think so? Its just one Thunderclap Mastiff, and while their electricity is indeed effective against barriers, it isnt strong enough. The barriers can regenerate too fast, they dont stand a chance.

Just as he finished speaking, the Thunderclap Mastiff sizzled and a flash of lightning struck the train, badly scaring the passengers.

Chu Long was stunned by the lightning strike.

How was that possible?!

A huge hole had formed in the barrier, enough for smaller beasts to enter. Very quickly, the barrier regenerated but if the beasts were quicker, they would have already gotten through it! And what would the consequences be? The answer was obvious.

Xiang Ning deeply frowned, while Long Xiaoqi tugged at Chu Longs hand, Brother Long.

Chu Long wanted to comfort her, but wasn't in the mood. He thought about it, then unbuckled his seatbelt and stood up. She looked at him and he said, Dont worry, Im just going to check.

Xiang Ning stood up, too. Within the carriage, all of the martial artists stood up. It didnt matter if they recognized the beast, they were all weirded out and headed toward the exits of each carriage.

Mama, wheres big brother going?

The mother looked at him, then held the girls hand. Dont worry. Hes a big hero, hell protect you.

Doge & Chacha's Thoughts

Speaking about the Mastiff, there's a new pokemon called Mabostiff and I love it so much!!!! Look at that chonky boi!