Hu Bin said he felt no pressure at all about the afternoon's semifinal match. He even felt like taking a nap.
After watching Hu Bin's match from the podium, Jin Dalong found it even harder to hide his admiration for him!
During lunch, the members of Magic City University all looked at Hu Bin with admiration.
Bai Tiantian said admiringly, "Coach Hu, you're so strong!"
The other members chimed in as well.
Hu Bin waved a hand and said, "I'm not that strong. This is all basic stuff. No need to hype me up!"
Zhang Xufeng said, "The rewards will probably multiply several times over now. Hu Bin, you're good. You're seriously good!"
Hu Bin said, "Luckily, I won't face Esdeath in the next round. Otherwise, I'd probably lose. After all, my reinforcements won't arrive for another day."
Zhang Xufeng nodded. "That's true. Esdeath is different from the other coaches. He has genuine Elite Four-level strength. You'd have a rough time against him. But you have reinforcements? How come you never mentioned them?"
Hu Bin smiled mysteriously. "You'll find out tomorrow. When the time comes, Principal, could you reimburse the airfare?"
Zhang Xufeng thumped his chest and promised, "Easy. Even if you charter a plane, I'll reimburse it-and the return trip, too!"
Hu Bin's eyes lit up. Looking embarrassed and a little bashful, he said, "Principal, how did you know I chartered a plane?"
Zhang Xufeng's expression froze instantly. A charter? You actually chartered a plane? Why couldn't I keep my big mouth shut? Damn it! This is infuriating!
Zhang Xufeng could only keep up appearances and say, "It's fine. It's just a charter flight, isn't it? Do your best in tomorrow's match, and I'll cover it!"
Hu Bin broke into an especially radiant smile. "Understood! I won't let you