As the only university in the entire East invited to the event, the students of Imperial Capital University received a barrage of camera flashes and questions as soon as they appeared at the end of the red carpet in the stadium.
Although these 50 students from Imperial Capital University weren’t as sensational as Lin Beichen, who entered with full marks, they were still elites from various places, accustomed to journalist interviews.
But at this moment, facing so many foreign journalists, they couldn’t help but feel flustered.
Of course, Lin Beichen was an exception!
"Xiaoran, slow down and wait for me."
A female student lowered her voice and spoke to An Xiaoran beside her.
In fact, there wasn’t much distance between them, but due to excessive nervousness, even a single step felt far.
"We should act naturally, as if they don’t exist."
A student wearing glasses said.
"That’s easy for you to say!"
The female student who spoke earlier glared at the student with glasses and said irritably.
"Let’s see who can do that!"
"Isn’t he doing it?"
The student with glasses gestured towards Lin Beichen, who seemed truly unaffected, not even glancing at the journalists.
Lin Beichen’s demeanor earned silent admiration from the others, easing their anxiety.
"There are hardly any like him..."
The female student tried to think of a word to describe Lin Beichen but couldn’t find a suitable one.
After much thought, she finally settled on the word "weirdo."
The principal of Atlantis University, Sittelberg, stood smiling enthusiastically at the entrance of the stadium.
Anyone unaware of the situation might think Sittelberg was a very passionate principal seeing the scene before them.
"When I see this guy, the term ’smiling tiger’ involuntarily comes to mind."
Lin Beichen lowered his voice, speaking in a tone only audible to Hao Jianhua.
Hao Jianhua’s originally serious expression broke into a chuckle upon hearing Lin Beichen’s words.
Hao Jianhua hadn’t expected Lin Beichen to say such a thing, but recalling Lin Beichen’s previous conversations at the hospital, he found nothing wrong with Lin Beichen’s remark.
"In any case, your safety is the priority this time, even if it means leaving the academic exchange early!"
Hao Jianhua gritted his teeth, his brief sentence seemingly exhausting all his strength.
Understandably so, given that Atlantis University ranks among the top worldwide, making the academic exchange organized by them a globally watched event.
Leaving early under such circumstances would certainly tarnish the reputation of Imperial Capital University and even leave a significant blemish on Hao Jianhua’s future career.
"Don’t worry, I’m not concerned about their tricks!"
Lin Beichen smiled lightly, his face relaxed.
Seeing Lin Beichen’s composure, Hao Jianhua’s anxiety eased somewhat.
"The last time we met was at your place, and now we’re meeting again at our school so soon."
Before Hao Jianhua and the others reached the stadium entrance, Sittelberg approached them.
With a warm smile, he proactively extended his hand to Hao Jianhua.
Previously, Hao Jianhua would have been delighted, but now he only wanted to plant his size 45 shoe directly on Sittelberg’s large, over-sized face.
"Yes, it’s an honor to receive your invitation."
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While cursing inwardly, he kept a smiling face—a skill Hao Jianhua had perfected decades ago.
Moreover, Hao Jianhua noticed that while conversing, Sittelberg’s gaze would occasionally drift towards Lin Beichen, indicating that his focus was truly on Lin Beichen.
"I heard you entered Imperial Capital University with perfect scores. We also have a student here who achieved full marks. I’d like you both to exchange ideas ahead of the event, if you don’t mind."
After the pleasantries with Hao Jianhua, Sittelberg directly addressed Lin Beichen.
Faced with this sudden challenge, Lin Beichen responded calmly in Atlantis’ language.
"If it’s a true exchange of ideas, that’s fine; but if it’s a contest, forget it." (Atlantis language)
Lin Beichen’s words puzzled the surrounding journalists.
Some even suspected Lin Beichen might be admitting defeat preemptively, feeling he couldn’t rival their student.
But what Lin Beichen said next stunned all the journalists, causing them to momentarily forget pressing their camera buttons.
"Because dueling is a serious matter in Dragon Country. As an old saying goes, ’Under the blade, nameless spirits are not spared!’"
Although Lin Beichen was smiling, his words carried clear provocation.
It was evident that Lin Beichen meant Atlantis University’s prized student wasn’t worth his time, a nobody in his eyes.
Hearing the translation of Lin Beichen’s words, the students from Imperial Capital University looked somewhat solemn.
They deemed academic exchange as sacred; conflicting ideas were fine, even vigorous debates were acceptable as academic discussion.
But Lin Beichen’s hostility before any real exchange felt inappropriate. Nonetheless, in front of so many people, they wouldn’t undermine him.
"Hopefully, your arrogance matches your strength!" (Ancient Atlantis language)
An extremely dissatisfied voice pierced through the crowd. Imperial Capital University’s translator frowned upon hearing the words.
The speaker’s words resembled official Atlantis language, yet differed slightly, making translation challenging.
Hao Jianhua deduced from his translator’s expression that Sittelberg intended to embarrass them before Western journalists.
"Of course, if you didn’t understand me, I can explain it in another way." (Ancient Atlantis language)
The speaker was Boke, the genius student Sittelberg had mentioned. Whether he had entered with full marks like Lin Beichen remained unknown.
"There’s no need; you were merely using the ancient Atlantis language, your former official dialect." (Ancient Atlantis language)
Lin Beichen smiled slightly, gazing at Boke with a look of disdain.
His mocking expression seemed to imply, "I expected something formidable, but all you have is dialect tricks."
Such tactics seemed insignificant to Lin Beichen, who if challenged with dialect, would likely stump anyone from Atlantis.
Upon hearing Lin Beichen’s words, including Sittelberg, Boke, and all journalists appeared incredulous.
The ancient Atlantis language was complex, differing considerably from the current official language.
Even native Atlantis speakers struggled with fluency in the ancient dialect.
Yet all of this was trivial to Lin Beichen, indomitable in his "Enlightenment" prowess.