Chapter 2, Enrollment
Riding on Old A again, Renault flew all the way
He leaped out from the bushes, jumped high to grab onto a tree, and kicked at the horse.
Dropping the gun, Reno propped up his old A.
A rubber bullet struck a freshman in the back, causing pain that made his hands tremble, resulting in the vehicle losing control and crashing into a tree. The crash cushion prevented him from sustaining significant injuries, but the shock from the fall from a height still left the freshman in agony, groaning in pain
As the last choice, the vehicle ridden by Renault is naturally the most dilapidated, with even the rearview mirror having fallen apart
The speedboat, propelled by a stream of white spray, rushed towards the seniors with a thunderous roar, resembling a massive rubber bullet crashing into them
Central Star Grid Ling Sen District, Phoenix City
Bastard!" Matthew angrily struck his Wanderer.
Hearing Matthew's call, Renault turned around and saw that the group of seniors had already begun to board the bus
This left Renault somewhat perplexed: "It seems that I have chosen an extraordinary girl, I thought you were a freshman."
The guard skillfully dismantled the drive mechanism of B35 and casually tossed it behind him, at which point Reynaud noticed that the autonomous robots there had piled up into a small mountain
However, the students do not care at all
Of course, we will also provide you with some opportunities. The hawk-nosed man continued, "You may set off one minute earlier."
He replaced his gun with a new magazine and continued to shoot desperately at Renault, the rubber bullets carrying his fury, spewing out wildly and hitting Renault's back
He shouted wildly: "Get moving, run with all your might, jump, cheer. This is Alpha Military Academy, remember my name, Speed Matthew Alifid!"
"No, I must catch up with him!" Matthew shouted angrily, "He has humiliated me."
"Alright." Renault took his bag out of the autonomous robot and handed the robot to the guard: "This is a gift I received when I was three years old; it has accompanied me for a full fifteen years, so please take good care of it..."
The young ladies are waving at him, and some bold and uninhibited ones are even actively making various seductive gestures towards Renault
The laughter with the hooked nose continues.
Matthew stared blankly for a moment, then reluctantly shouted: "Alright, Bayer, you and I will go after that guy, while the rest of you find your own targets"
This is an obstacle race, not merely a speed competition, where the role of technique is maximized, fully compensating for the shortcomings of the vehicle
The sudden impact left everyone stunned
"You bastard..." Before Matthew could finish his words, he was already struck by Renault with the butt of a gun
"It is still acceptable," the new student replied reluctantly
I do not need you to lecture me! Matthew said angrily
Then get up and continue to fly
The hawk-nosed man has shouted loudly: "The rules are very simple, each person gets an old A. After mounting, you will start from here and go all the way to the top of the mountain on the opposite side. As long as you can reach the mountain, there will be a grand welcome party waiting for you. For safety reasons, all the hovercrafts have been implanted with height restrictions, and neither you nor we can fly more than three meters above the ground."
When Reno arrived at the high platform, he saw countless segmented images suddenly transform into his own figure, standing tall at the mountain peak
Little Dot leaned close to Renault's ear and said, "I guess this phrase must not have been invented by him."
Upon reaching the summit, Reno saw that a group of new students was already on the mountain.
Lachy was taken aback for a moment, then he turned to the other trainees and shouted: "Hurry up, the red button, press it three times in a row, remember the brake is on your foot"
All the freshmen cursed together and turned to head towards the garage
The soaring vehicles, the exuberant movements of the elderly, the terrified cries, and the furious uproar together create a magnificent scene at this moment
Kill one!" an old student shouted triumphantly
Seeing everyone rush out of the garage, Matthew and a group of trainees each wore expressions as if they had seen a ghost
The new student immediately fell silent
"Well done, Renault!" shouted the excited little Dolaqi, as he drove his old A closely following Renault into the sky
I will not let you go! He noticed a freshman below trying to help the fallen wanderer, and knowing what he intended to do, he suddenly made a decision at that moment
Above the platform is a three-dimensional imaging screen, which allows for observation of everything below from any angle and can segment countless images
"But this is unfair. You have the latest motorboats and guns, while we can only use those old cars!" protested the new students
Renault looked at the gun and suddenly said, "Is it loaded with rubber bullets?"
He swooped down from the sky.
A college guard stopped him: "New students, please present your enrollment proof"
Just like hunters pursuing their prey, each senior student has targeted a freshman, engaging in a chase through the mountains and forests
Little Dot spread his hands: "That means breaking away from the organization and distancing oneself from everyone. You know what this outcome means in the military, right?"
The fierce impact sent the freshman flying. Although the collision cushion prevented him from sustaining serious injuries, the tremendous force still caused him to momentarily lose his vision, leaving him collapsed on the ground
The hawk-nosed man aimed the gun at the sky, pulled the trigger, and a series of rubber bullets shot into the air
Upon arriving at the student area, I immediately noticed a large group of people standing on the playground, each carrying various packages, clearly indicating that they were new students.
The small-statured individual displayed a sense of pride: "I grew up here, and I am familiar with everything in this vicinity. Oh, by the way, my name is Rach, Rach Witner, and everyone calls me Little One"
"What the hell, Renaud, what are you doing?" the little one shouted in fear
The academy is very quiet, with no flying cars soaring chaotically in the sky; only students dressed in military uniforms without rank are walking along the path
Renault was momentarily taken aback by this response. Seeing him like this, the young lady smiled and approached him, supporting him as she said: "Claire. My name is Claire J. Marshall. I really enjoyed your performance tonight. You are the first freshman in the past ten years at Alpha Academy to actively assist all the students in leaving."
This smile touched Renault's heart, and he walked over to stand beside the young lady
A student has come over and asked: "What is your name?"
Is second grade impressive
The hawk-nosed man patted the gun barrel and said: "Although these are rubber bullets, they still hurt when they hit you. Run for your life with all your might before we catch up and take you down! Hahahaha!"
Damn it
He lowered the altitude and crashed directly into the newborn.
I am indeed a freshman, but all the upperclassmen here know me," Claire replied
The gun is aimed at Matthew
Opposite them, there was a large group of students dressed in academy military uniforms, gathered together, laughing and chatting about something. Beside them were several of the latest model XI hovercrafts, which are designed for single-person flight, resembling aerial motorcycles, and surrounded by anti-collision air cushions, making them very suitable for low-altitude flying
A bullet whizzed past Renault's head, striking the walls and the vehicle around him, producing a crisp sound
Renault smiled, his wrist twisting as Old A roared and accelerated, making another sharp turn into the adjacent lane. A barrage of rubber bullets whistled past him from behind, causing the glass windows to rattle loudly.
Seeing this scene, Renault gritted his teeth and said, "You bastard!"
As female students, they may opt not to participate in the speedboat competition, but they must accept the selection made by the king
"Bayer!" shouted Matthew, glancing at his companion, but ultimately decided to ignore him and continued pursuing Reno
A high-pitched, excited voice echoed in the air: "Look, our king has arrived!"
"This is the A-series amphibious vehicle produced by Aier Company. Goodness, this kind of vintage car has already been discontinued. Where did they get so many of them?" Little Rach whispered
Little Dot was surprised and asked, "Have you ever driven this kind of car?"
Renault has not yet understood
They swiftly darted through the air in the academy, constrained by height restrictions that prevented them from flying their hovercrafts any higher, forcing them to navigate among the buildings. The high-speed impacts required the drivers to remain fully focused on their driving, as a moment's inattention could result in crashing into a wall. Even with anti-collision airbags, the experience of falling from a height of three meters would undoubtedly be unpleasant. There is also a possibility of fractures if things go awry. Even with anti-collision airbags, the experience of falling from a height of three meters would undoubtedly be unpleasant. There is also a possibility of fractures if things go awry.
Little Dot chuckled and said, "Seize the opportunity."
Reynold shook slightly as Old A brushed past a large tree, crashing headfirst into the thicket. Reynold rolled off the vehicle and plunged into the grass.
He asked the newborn lying on the ground: "Can you get up?"
Is it really that simple? someone foolishly asked
Despite this, it remains a challenge for most freshmen. The second-year students have already undergone a year of training and adaptation, and their skills are undoubtedly much stronger than those of the freshmen, as they are also more familiar with the terrain.
"Ha! Let's go, Renault," Lachi shouted loudly
He pulled the trigger, firing all the remaining bullets into his face
A trace of a sinister smile appeared on his face as Matthew revved the engine, producing a deep rumbling sound
They drove the Wanderer recklessly, holding rifles in their hands, continuously firing rubber bullets ahead.
After the New Federal Government discovered this planet, it underwent over one hundred years of transformation to become a habitable planet, and in the year 5142 of the Earth calendar, it was designated as the capital star of the New Federation
Renault replied: "Don't worry, Old A is actually quite simple. The biggest difference from the current motorboat is that it does not have an automatic flight system; it relies entirely on manual control. The red dot on the left joystick is the start part, but it must be pressed three times instead of once. The stop part is not in the hands but under the feet."
I know, the girl replied, you have said that before
The short-statured trainee pulled again and said, "Do not resist, otherwise they will cause you trouble"
It doesn't matter
Damn, the timing actually does not start from when getting in the car.
Children without parents are usually poorer
This bastard actually has the time to do other things while being pursued, which is the greatest humiliation for him
Renault aimed the gun at Matthew's face: "Are you sure?"
In the next moment, a speedboat rushed out from the side and collided with him, knocking both him and the boat to the ground
The hooked nose revealed a smug smile: "Of course, there will just be a few minor inconveniences. That is..."
The distance from the academy to the mountain peak is not short, and at Old A's speed, it is impossible to avoid being caught by the strollers. The only hope for them to escape to the summit lies in the restricted height; there are buildings in the academy and trees on the mountain. The speedboat must navigate between the buildings and the trees to reach the peak
This type of car now has a nickname, referred to as "Old A," used to describe its antiquity
As of now, the senior students have not yet defeated any of the freshmen
Matthew hesitated: "You wouldn't dare do that; my father is a general"
Renault nodded: "I appreciate you telling me the reason for your incompetence yet ability to become their leader. However, I do not care."
The branch was bent as Renault moved at high speed, and then Renault let go. The rebounding branch suddenly sprang up, striking Bayer, who was flying by. Although the attack was not heavy, the sudden assault still startled Bayer momentarily
Bang
"Shut up!" shouted the hawk-nosed man loudly, "This is the Alpha Military Academy's Naval Division. Everyone who comes here is destined to become a captain! How can a captain fear challenges! Remember, a good captain will never allow others to sink his ship, whether it is a starship or a landing craft!"
If you do not stop pursuing him, you will bring shame upon all of us. We will become the first group to lead all the freshmen to the summit
With the sound of whistles, all the trainees began to whistle and scream
Matthew Reynolds coldly said, "You should not have done that just now"
I am willing," the young woman interrupted him, responding directly
They finally flew away from the academy and entered the mountainous forest area
However, this year's situation is somewhat exceptional
Just as Old A rushed into the thicket, Renault suddenly jumped up
Above the venue is a high platform, and below it is a long table that encircles the mountaintop entirely. The long table is covered with a snow-white tablecloth, adorned with an abundance of fruits, fine wines, and a variety of sumptuous foods
"Do you not like them?" Little Dot asked a senseless question.
As he pressed the accelerator, the yacht sped away swiftly.
Upon seeing Renault approach, a student with an aquiline nose called out: "Another one has arrived. Hey, you, go bring him over here!"
I will kill you!" Matthew shouted frantically
I will beat you until you are rolling on the ground in fear
Oh ... ... I am very sorry
From the very first day of entering this academy, they must understand what their future holds
A burning pain
Renault stood still
Renault nodded in deep agreement
One after another, the wanderers soared into the sky, taking with them the elderly passengers seated in the vehicles.
Amidst the low rumbling sound, the small vessel, the Little Rascal, has already started its engine
Only then did Renault come to understand; he looked around and saw countless female students casting flirtatious glances at him
The hawk-nosed man chuckled and said: "Alright, rookies, welcome to Alpha Military Academy, the best military academy in the entire Federation. As a welcome to the new recruits, we will hold a grand welcome party for you!"
"Matthew, this cannot continue; we will let everyone else escape! We can no longer pursue that cunning little fellow; he is slipperier than a fish," someone shouted at Matthew.
They helped the wanderers up, as the roaring engines revved, one by one the wanderers sped out, chasing after Renault
He continuously dodged bullets by taking advantage of the mountains, and when Mahieu and Bayer were gradually closing in, he suddenly reached out and pulled a branch beside him
Eliminate him! All the senior students shouted.
Someone raised their hand and weakly said: "Can I not participate?"
He suddenly turned the car around and charged towards the direction of the old student
In fact, there are still five seconds left, but at this moment, Matthew can no longer contain himself
After some thought, Renault softly asked: "What if I don't choose?"
At the moment he shouted that time was up, Renault and Little Dot had already dashed out of the garage
This time, not many people came to trouble him
Renault! Renault! Renault! Renault! Everyone is shouting
Matthew laughed heartily: "Now you can't escape."
Carrying a bag, Renault stepped through the gates of the academy and strolled along the tree-lined path of the campus
Understood! The senior students responded together, and the group that had gathered finally dispersed with a whoosh.
This vintage car has many features that differ from those of modern vehicles, so it is essential to familiarize oneself with it before officially driving.
Renault looked at those people: "But they are also trainees"
There is no doubt that I have stirred up a hornet's nest, as the senior students no longer pursue other trainees, but have all come to chase after Renault
He laughed maniacally
Its diameter is approximately 1.4 times that of Earth, surrounded by a vast rocky layer, with molten lava inside, orbiting the star Alrenber. Each time it completes an orbit around the star Alrenber, it rotates 428 times, thus a year here consists of 428 days, with each day lasting 83 minutes longer than a day on Earth
The roaring fleet of speedboats formed a massive torrent as they raced through the academy, with countless pairs of eyes watching this scene from various corners of the institution
Last year, among the new students in their cohort, one-third fell in the garage alone
A short new recruit has run over and approached Renault, grabbing him and leading him into the line.
Renault swallowed hard: "... ... Alright, goodbye, my companion"
Oh! Everyone cheered.
"Reynold, what are you doing?" Little One shouted, "We could have been at the forefront."
Thank you," Renault replied, entering the center of the venue with the young lady
"Claire! He chose Claire!" a student shouted loudly
Although it was bumped, it is still usable
"He is implicated because of you! You brat!" Matthew shouted frantically, appearing as if he had lost his mind
As one of the twelve thousand victors, Renault finally arrived here. Looking at the ancient gate of the academy, a hint of a smile appeared on his slightly immature face.
Behind them, Matthew and Bayer were closing in, and Matthew was nearly driven to madness
Ren's face turned red as he touched his head and said, "May I invite you to be my dance partner tonight? Uh, I mean, if you don't want to, that's fine too, I can always..."
He shook his head and said: "They are not competitors, they are our classmates, they are future comrades!"
In the midst of the conversation, the prominent hooked nose in front loudly declared: "Everyone be quiet, no talking allowed"
"It's nothing," replied the little one with a shrug. "Every year, the Naval Academy holds a welcome event where they select the most outstanding freshman among the newcomers. This outstanding freshman will become the king of tonight. Due to your exceptional performance this evening, 92% of the votes were cast in your favor, thus you have been elected as the king of tonight's ball with an absolute majority. As the king, you have the right to choose any beautiful lady as your dance partner for tonight, and she cannot refuse." Due to your exceptional performance this evening, 92% of the votes were cast in your favor, thus you have been elected as the king of tonight's ball with an absolute majority. As the king, you have the right to choose any beautiful lady as your dance partner for tonight, and she cannot refuse.
Hello, I am Johnny Reno
Standing in front of the academy's gate, Jonny Reno surveyed the ancient complex with curious, astonished, and slightly reverent eyes. Its exterior was quaint and weathered, resembling a stubborn old man steadfastly guarding his territory amidst the surrounding modern technological edifices
Why
However, he did not care. He started Old A and nodded slightly at Lachi, and the two of them rushed out of the garage
Renault lowered his head and maneuvered his speedboat with a sudden turn, executing a sharp ninety-degree pivot just before narrowly missing a glass window, flying past it. The trainee behind the window whistled in admiration, unconcerned about the glass breaking, as all the windows and walls here had been specially reinforced to handle such situations
... ...
Upon entering, continue walking straight until you reach a fork, then take the left path. The guard returned the identification and said: "Alright, you may enter, but robots are not allowed. According to the academy's regulations, all students are prohibited from using any domestic robots during their enrollment period, and all students must rely on themselves to solve problems."
Looking back, Rach was left dumbfounded
"The rules do not state that if one is knocked down, one cannot get back up, especially since there is an even better one here." Reno pointed to the overturned Wanderer, smiled at the newcomer, and quickly left in his old A.
Patting the B35 autonomous robot beside him, Renault walked towards the door, while the small robot automatically followed closely behind.
Her gaze appeared very clear, and when Reno looked at her, it was neither encouraging nor dismissive, but rather accompanied by a faint smile
You seem very familiar with this place
Renault handed over the proof: "May I ask how to get to the Naval Ship Institute?"
His gaze swept among the young women, and finally, Renault's eyes settled on a girl with long, light golden hair
The whistling rubber bullets struck the trees and fallen leaves, creating a battlefield scene in the mountains and forests that felt as real as live ammunition, which is precisely what the academy intended for the students to experience
Therefore, in the battle cases of previous years, most newcomers ended up being shot down
This is a planet located in the Allenburg star system within the Milky Way galaxy.
A glimmer of light suddenly flashed in Renault's eyes
Matthew shouted eagerly: "Time's up, everyone on board!"
This is quite rare outside; Alpha Academy resembles an ancient and closed world, gradually revealing a mysterious corner to Renault in its unique manner
It is this brilliance that has made it the best military academy in the New Federation, with over 100 million young individuals aspiring to be soldiers applying to this military academy each year, while Alpha Military Academy only admits 12,000 students
Renault was not wrong; the biggest pitfall of this vintage car is that it requires pressing the start button three times in succession. Had it not been for Renault's reminder, he would have certainly wasted a considerable amount of time on this matter
As Renault moved, one after another, the motorboats roared to life and surged out of the garage
Renault noticed that everyone was looking at him, and they raised their glasses to him
Renault was running up to each of the trainees, shouting loudly: "Press the red button three times, that is the start key! The brake is at your feet!"
At the very center of the venue is the dance floor, where the students converse and dance below; the male students are handsome and dashing, while the female students are radiant and captivating
Central Star
More motorboats rushed out of the garage, and just as the people were leaving, Renault finally boarded the last A series.
This panic resulted in his loss of control, and he crashed headfirst into a tree
All new students should simultaneously cease whispering to one another
He turned around and shouted: "What are you waiting for? Catch that bastard and take him down!"
A sweet smile appeared on Claire's face: "Because my grandfather is the president of the military academy"
He suddenly turned over and climbed onto the hovercraft beside him, took an old-fashioned live ammunition rifle from the hovercraft, and said: "We will chase you from behind"
However, now he is destined to be among the first group to rush out, which will bring him opportunities, and perhaps he can become one of the new lives that soar to the mountain top
At this moment, one minute is about to pass
"That won't do," said the hawk-nosed man with a mischievous grin. "This is a tradition; every newcomer must participate. If you don't take part, it means you are separating from the group. Do you know what it means to separate from the group in the military?"
This is a military academy, where subordinates obey their superiors, and new recruits obey veterans, so freshmen must also obey upperclassmen! This is something everyone must go through. Do not be nervous, it is nothing serious, just a small welcome meeting, although the style may not be easily accepted. The short one has already pushed Reynolds into the line, standing properly with him.
In the year 6457, the New Federation relocated its capital to the Holy Domain Star, while the Central Star exists as the second capital. Although it is no longer the center of the human world, much of its former prosperity has been preserved and continues to this day
Renault turned back to look at him
If they cannot endure this atmosphere, it would be best for everyone if they withdraw now
A grand welcome ceremony is being held at the mountaintop, which has been transformed into a vast venue.
He suddenly turned the gun towards Renault and fired, a rubber bullet had already struck him in the face
He laughed for quite a while before stopping: "Don't worry, this happens every year, it's very safe. So, what are you all waiting for? Why aren't you going? The countdown begins, one!"
"What use is one minute, it is not even enough for me to familiarize myself with the performance of that vintage car," muttered the little one
What? The newcomer was stunned: "But I have already been shot down."
Very well, that means there are no objections. Next, we will announce the rules for the welcome meeting. The man with the hooked nose clapped his hands, and several senior students in the distance suddenly pulled open the large door beside them. The searchlights burst on, illuminating the interior, revealing a row of old-fashioned motorboats, which appeared to be faded in color and outdated in model, their age unknown.
The small person's eyes sparkled: "Is that the star of Zhiliedun in the Rainbow Star Ring area? I have heard that the night sky there is beautiful, with three moons that emit three different colors of light at night. It is said that the headquarters of the Starlight Pirates is located there"
The balance of power between the host and the guest has instantly reversed
Old A traced a graceful arc in the air, hovering above the heads of the old students. Renault made a salute to everyone and said, "A good captain will never allow others to shoot down his ship and will initiate a counterattack when necessary"
Following the guard's instructions, Reno quickly arrived at the Ship Branch of the Academy, registered at the New Student Office, and then went to the student area after receiving the new student key.
A white stream of air carved a gigantic S shape in the sky, winding its way into the distance, eventually disappearing into the dark jungle
Due to being repeatedly teased by Renault, anger was consuming his reason, rendering him unreasonable. At this moment, he only wanted to catch up with Renault, drag him down from Old A, and then teach this damned newcomer a lesson with the gun in his hand, making him aware of the cost of arrogance
Renault, feeling helpless, could only look around.
Renault saw Little Dot in the crowd as well, and he walked over to Little Dot and asked, "What is going on?"
Everyone was so frightened that their faces turned pale
His name is Renault! The student shouted loudly, and the amplification device he carried transmitted his voice to a distance.
Call!
Upon witnessing this scene, Renault began to intentionally slow down his speed
Old things sometimes have this advantage, they are durable and resilient
Renault loosened his grip and jumped to the ground, delivering another kick to Mahieu, pinning him down, and effortlessly seized his gun as well
"Reno." Reno replied.
They killed my parents
Renault glanced back, the roaring speedboats were closely pursuing him from behind
It can be said that before the trainees step onto the battlefield here, they must first undergo a war, a war fought to victory among hundreds of millions of people
The hawk-nosed man paused for a moment, looked at Renault, and shrugged: "Well, finally a smart person."
This is already the second time he has shouted these words
In an instant, it came swiftly; Matthew felt a sharp pain in his chest as Renault kicked him off the speedboat.
Have this year's freshmen all taken drugs? They are surprisingly intense
This is the Alpha Military Academy, which has a history of over 800 years on the Central Star. During these more than 800 years, it has sent over 3 million outstanding students to the Federation, among whom more than 40% eventually became senior military officers of the Federation, including 20,000 generals, 600 marshals, 28 military chiefs, and 2 presidents of the Federation
Jonny Reno, from Chiledun Star
That is the pride of all new students
I also took one down. " Hanging in the air, Renault said leisurely.
This is a regular program held annually by the Naval Vessels Institute, where people use this method to assess potential influential figures for the next term. Occasionally, small bets are placed, such as how many individuals from this cohort will successfully reach the summit
Second grade! The short kid pulled Reno into the line.
This is precisely why I chose to enlist in the military," Reno replied
What is this doing
He chased after her frantically
Bang