The next day.
As usual, Lu Bai arrived at school right on time, clocked in, then headed to the training hall to warm up.
Even though today was indeed the day of the Deathmatch Showdown, no one found that unusual.
After all, the Assessment Department only got a little busy near the end of the term. The rest of the time, work was this quiet.
After working up a sweat in the training hall, Lu Bai left and headed for Desheng Tower.
Beep~
After registering on the LCD screen at the entrance to Desheng Tower with his ID, Lu Bai had planned to choose the room he'd used last time, but someone was already in it.
He had no choice but to circle the hallway and pick an empty room at random.
It was worth noting that every room was furnished in the utmost luxury unless specifically requested otherwise. The chairs and all the decorations practically reeked of money.
He sat down on the sofa. He didn't have to wait long before a sweet female voice sounded in the room again.
"Hello, Team Leader Lu. I haven't received your reservation. Are you here for a Deathmatch Showdown?"
Lu Bai glanced around, unable to find the microphone, so he simply spoke aloud.
"Then let me make a reservation now."
A moment later.
"Your reservation is confirmed, Team Leader Lu. I'm Qu Yawen from the Internal Affairs Department, and I'll be assisting you today. If you need anything, please feel free to ask.
"Your Deathmatch Showdown will begin in thirty-six minutes. I hope you can relax and be in good condition..."
As the woman spoke, hidden speakers began playing a gentle piano piece in surround sound.
It was no exaggeration to say that if a contestant had a musical preference, they