Every team that made it into the top eleven was given the benefit of a restorative treatment.
Although Phoenix City Second High School ranked first in points and was entitled to this treatment too, every member was in perfect condition, their fighting strength entirely undiminished. They had no need for this restorative aid.
The trouble was that the other party had made the suggestion that they "let someone else have it" far too obvious.
"You from Phoenix City Second High School probably don't need the Nutrient Pods..."
Those words positively reeked of insincerity.
"We do!"
Zuo Xiaoduo, who valued wealth above life, did not even wait for anyone else to speak. Without another word, he immediately accepted. "We desperately need them! Thank you to the tournament organizers for such thoughtful arrangements! Thank you!"
The messenger could not help looking utterly dumbfounded.
Of all the teams, yours was the only one without a single injured member. Every one of you was as vigorous as a dragon or tiger. What did you need Nutrient Pods for?
To take a bath?!
"Every last one of us has fought fierce battles for days. Our muscles are weak and our bones ache. We need some recuperation. Thank you, thank you! When can we go?"
His face brimming with enthusiasm, Zuo Xiaoduo clasped the man's hand and would not let go.
The man's face contorted. "You can go now. You ranked first in points in the tournament, so naturally, you get to recuperate first... Every team gets five hours of restorative treatment. Since quite a few people were injured in this tournament, we've brought in more Nutrient Pods than usual..."
"Fantastic!"
Zuo Xiaoduo's face blossomed into a smile. "Wait while we get ready and take off all our weights, then take us there."
With that, he