Chapter 2: Ideals and Reality

However, the advantages are still very evident. Human life has become somewhat chaotic. During the rapid development of the Iventians over the course of fifteen years, war broke out, and both sides engaged in a fierce struggle for half a century. They finally decided to end this meaningless war of attrition, which both sides referred to as a farce in their histories. This war is also known as the Fourth World War in the history of human development. After the war, humanity established the United Earth Alliance (USE), which continues to govern the Earth, while the Iventians formed the NUF, primarily focused on the Moon. However, nominally, the NUF remains subordinate to the USE. Humans also have research bases on the Moon, and a significant portion of the Iventians resides on Earth, mainly concentrated in Oceania. After fifty years of integration, although complete harmony has not been achieved, they have adapted to this coexistence in peace, as their common origins cannot be changed.

Li Feng nodded at his childhood friend, saying, "I have this intention, but it is not yet finalized."

Oh my God!" Ma Ka exaggeratedly covered his forehead, "You really take the game for reality. Those broken machines of the Earth Federation are nothing like https://m.hetushu.com.com games; they are extremely exhausting and have no future. Moreover, ordinary humans like us simply cannot compare to the physical capabilities of the Iventians.

Li Feng is quite open-minded about this; everyone has their own strengths. Compared to piloting interstellar warships, he prefers to be a very masculine mobile warrior

Maka looked helplessly at his friend. Although he did not particularly enjoy games about interstellar warfare, he had watched Li Feng play a few times and he was indeed very skilled. However, in his view, mobile suits were merely mobile cannon fodder. They appeared cool, but in reality, they were both arduous and unbeneficial, akin to infantry in ancient warfare, and truly lacked prospects.

Mobile suits originated from the creation of the Iventers; in simple terms, they are combat machines controlled by humans, albeit in humanoid form. Utilizing the Iventers' powerful physique and reflexes, they can manipulate mobile suits with remarkable agility. The Iventers, who are far fewer in number than humans, rely on the formidable offensive capabilities of mobile suits to fend off attacks. Currently, mobile suits have become the primary military force of the USE and NUP. This type of unit can adapt to various planetary terrains, making it extremely convenient. It is said that research on mobile suits for space stations is also nearing completion. Of course, all of this is top secret among the two major alliances and various arms dealers, and ordinary people can only speculate.

Up to now, mobile suits have undergone many updates and iterations, and even ordinary humans can pilot them, although their performance data may be somewhat inferior.

Haha, no need to rush, there are still six months left. Regardless of whether it works out or not, I have to try my luck. What about you, what are your plans

For example, after graduating from high school, Li Feng enlisted in the army. After passing the physical examination and assessments, he will start as an ordinary soldier. If he works hard for a few years, he might become a mobile warrior, but that would only make him a corporal. If he is fortunate enough to achieve some military merits, he might be promoted to captain, but that would only happen after the age of forty. In contrast, graduates from the five major military academies enter the army as second lieutenants. Regardless of their positions, the mere rank alone is enough to evoke envy. Each year, the most outstanding students can directly enter the interstellar battleship control department, where they hold the rank of major. This is likely a position that an ordinary mobile warrior could never attain, even if they worked tirelessly.

Two people laughed lewdly with their arms around each other's shoulders, youthful and carefree, doing whatever they pleased. Li Feng understood his friend's character well; he had a penchant for digging deep into matters and possessed strong writing skills. It was somewhat of a waste that he did not mingle in this circle. Although their interests differed, it did not hinder them from becoming good brothers. It had been over ten years, yet his goal was to attend a military academy, while Maka aimed for a liberal arts college.

Li Feng shrugged helplessly; it was not that he did not want to, but rather that exams were simply not his forte. In this era, the scores for military academies are the highest, and the five major military academies are places where only the elite of the elite gather.

After parting ways, perhaps inspired by a flicker of hope ignited by the magnetic levitation vehicles around him, Li Feng did not rush to return home. The continuous flow of maglev cars was indeed impressive, but unfortunately, he could not afford one.

Li Feng did not refute; this is indeed a harsh reality. It is now the year 2215 AD, and the Earth Federation of the Old Humanity (USE) and the Free Alliance of the Iventers (NUP) jointly dominate this world. The narrative is quite old, having been predicted by countless science fiction films. Although cloning has been banned, genetic engineering has not ceased, stemming from humanity's fear of aging, illness, and death. A new humanity has emerged, self-identifying as Iventers. They do not differ significantly in appearance from ordinary people, except that their bodies are stronger, and their resistance to diseases has greatly improved. As for the brain, there is no evident advantage. After all, developing brain regions is even more challenging than the cosmic leap forward. However, this is sufficient to create a disparity. The fastest sprint time for ordinary humans in the 100 meters is at most 9.7 seconds, which is already among the elite. In contrast, an average Iventer can easily achieve this time, with the fastest capable of running under 9 seconds. The differences are beginning to manifest.

Bro, high school students have no future. If you want to join the army, I won't stop you, but you should still consider applying to a military academy. Otherwise, you can only be a logistics soldier, and you won't even get to touch anything.

But this is the reality; mobile suits are equivalent to the infantry of the past, while piloting interstellar battleships, even ordinary personnel are considered high-ranking officers

In order to adapt to interstellar warfare and exploration, antimatter energy starships and battleships have become mainstream. Once landings occur, mobile warriors will be the primary forces, as no one can adapt to various combat situations better than humans themselves

"Li Feng, what are your plans after graduation?" Maka asked with a smile, "You shouldn't be playing space battles all day; that won't put food on the table. Do you really intend to join the military after you graduate?"

Haha, I do not possess the grand ambitions you have for achieving great accomplishments. I aspire to be a journalist, preferably in the realm of gossip and entertainment news, specializing in secretly photographing beautiful women. Rest assured, when I become famous, I will definitely send you a complete set of any celebrity scandalous photos for free!

After each war, human technology advances by leaps and bounds. The more intense the conflict, the more rapid the technological breakthroughs. It is uncertain whether this is a reflection of humanity's inherent flaws or the nature of war itself. However, in the past five years, humanity has entered an unprecedented revolution in cosmic technology. Human interstellar warships can freely travel between the planets of the solar system, and resources from other planets are continuously being supplied to Earth and the Moon

However, the military academy remains an everlasting pain in his heart. He considers his intelligence to be above average, but he believes the exam questions are excessively difficult, and he simply cannot muster any interest in those theoretical subjects.