Chapter 68: The Test

Fifteen minutes later, Li Mochen and Mike Ross arrived together at the latter's Eastern District branch building in a special car sent by the Nathan Group.

This group, with a market value close to one trillion, was flush with cash. Three years ago, it directly invested 430 million gold shields to purchase this commercial office building, originally named the Kyle Building, and renamed it the 'Gate of Nathan.' It occupied nearly a third of the floors in this 370-meter-tall, 89-story building.

That Mr. Carl Holton, the assistant, actually greeted them in person at the building's entrance. Not only was Li Mochen himself surprised, but Mike Ross was also astonished.

When they arrived at the fifteenth floor of the 'Gate of Nathan,' Li Mochen found it brightly lit, with nearly forty staff members waiting for him there.

This is part of the Nathan Sports Laboratory.

Carl Holton explained to the two: 'Next, we want to conduct a detailed and thorough test of your current physical condition and various qualities. We also hope that Mr. Li will not conceal anything from us. The results of this test will affect our evaluation and the final treatment we offer you.'

'Understood!'

Li Mochen knew when to hide his talents and when to display his strength to the fullest. At this moment, he undoubtedly needed to reveal strong 'potential' to maximize his own interests.

He had already turned his gaze to the dozens of instruments before him, full of a sense of science fiction: 'So, shall we start now? What should I do?'

Carl Holton did not answer but looked with a questioning gaze at a researcher in a white coat beside him. The latter adjusted his glasses: 'Let's start with lung capacity, then height and weight, blood test, bone age test, electrocardiogram, chest X-ray, ultrasound, alanine aminotransferase, then an infrared detector, MRI, magic cell detector, magic resonance sensor, and telekinesis perception test. Before examining Mr. Li's combat abilities, we will first conduct a comprehensive physical fitness assessment.'

Li Mochen was covered in black lines, thinking that the number of tests required was indeed quite large.

He could only comply one by one. Fortunately, the laboratory staff were professional and efficient. After about two hours and five minutes, he had completed all thirty-four items.

Only the blood test, bone age test, etc., would take about a day to yield results.

However, judging from the joy on the faces of those present, Li Mochen knew that the test results were quite good.

Li Chunchu had laid a very solid foundation for the original host, so the basic qualities of this body were excellent.

And the benefits of his initial arrival in this world and the alteration of his foundation were also beginning to show. His true essence and source power, both in quantity and quality, should be among the best among his peers.

Next came basic running, jumping, and vertical reach. Li Mochen's results were passable, especially in explosive power, which gave the laboratory staff a small shock.

'The maximum speed during running is 210 kilometers per hour, and the sword speed is close to 420. I think I understand why you and the executive officer value him so much.'

In a fully lit observation room above the laboratory, the laboratory director had been watching the entire process, his face full of surprise: 'With such sword speed, he poses a huge threat in close combat. Whether those magic professionals below level nine can react in time is a question. Only true geniuses from famous families might be able to compete with him.'

'Not only is his physique fit, but he is also quite sunny and handsome. The company might have found a gem. I heard his academic performance is very good? He would be a high-quality idol.'

'It seems he has indeed dealt with the problems of Ursa Minor and Octans. Judging from his performance in the magic resonance test, both the quality and quantity of his magic power and source power are excellent. No, they should be top-notch.'

'But this is not all of him.'

Carl Holton did not hide his pride: 'Next, we can move to the actual combat phase. I think testing other items is meaningless. We just need to confirm that he is healthy and has great potential.'

'Actual combat test? Then let's test his swordsmanship first, starting at 3A difficulty, how about that?'

'No! There's no need to waste time. Let him directly challenge the 5S difficulty comprehensive test. I want to see his evasion ability, as well as his swordsmanship and magic usage, to what level they have reached—'

These words did not come from Carl Holton but from a middle-aged man in a coat who had hurriedly arrived.

Everyone present looked solemn, including lawyer Mike. He recognized the man as Dwight Payton, the Eastern Regional Executive Officer of the Nathan Sports Group. A powerful, high-ranking figure often seen in the press.

'You are Andre's lawyer? I've seen you, Harvey Specter's assistant, right? Give my regards to your boss. So, he is now your client?'

When Dwight Payton extended his hand, Mike Ross was flattered and quickly stepped forward to shake it firmly: 'Yes, Mr. Payton. Harvey places great importance on this sponsorship contract with Andre. He hopes Andre can become a long-term client of our law firm.'

'Then I have to say your boss has good eyesight. If you really pull it off, then this gentleman will undoubtedly be the golden goose for your Pearson-Darby-Specter law firm for decades to come.'

Dwight Payton smiled and then turned his gaze out the window: 'If nothing unexpected happens, he should be the biggest surprise we've uncovered in recent years.'

Mike was delighted: 'I am Andre's lawyer. Is it appropriate for you to say that to me, Mr. Payton?'

'But you are not his agent. Besides, his talent is indeed visible to the naked eye. Cold weapon mixed martial arts is not like basketball or football; the value of a fighter is easy to judge.'

Dwight shook his head: 'I think three years from now, when he emerges and steps onto the NMOSA stage, it will be hard for us to ignore his brilliance. Unless something unexpected happens in the meantime—'

At that moment, he noticed some hesitation on the faces of the researchers at the control consoles. He raised an eyebrow: 'Is there a problem, everyone?'

'Wouldn't that be too troublesome, CEO?'

One of them said helplessly: 'The AI cannot yet reach 5S intensity. We would have to find six magic professionals above level five, or two level-nine magic professionals, to operate manually. To conduct a test of this intensity, our laboratory would have to bring in additional personnel. Besides—'

He hesitated for a moment but still spoke frankly: 'The 5S difficulty level corresponds to the master-level standard of a level-five magic professional. This challenge might be too difficult for him.'

'No! Start at 5S difficulty, then increase step by step!'

Dwight emphasized: 'As for manual operation, that's not a problem. Rijev, you go first. I remember you have experience, right? Be careful to control the intensity.'

A bodyguard behind him shrugged and took off his coat.

While they were speaking, Li Mochen had been locked in a closed space. It was about 40 square meters, surrounded by alloy walls.

Then, the next moment, a buzzing sound arose, and a large swarm of mechanical flying insects was released from the grilles on the walls.

Li Mochen glanced and saw that the total number was about seventy.

'Let me explain the rules again, Andre. This game is very simple. We will control these mechanical flying insects to attack you. If a flying insect touches a non-vital part, you have seven chances. If it's a vital part, after three times, it's game over. What you need to do is to destroy as many of them as possible without being hit.'

At that moment, a hoarse voice came through Li Mochen's earpiece: 'Understood? Then I will officially start this game in ten seconds.'

Li Mochen raised an eyebrow, then gripped the training sword in his hand tightly, ready for action.

It is worth mentioning that this weapon was also provided by the laboratory. Although it did not have any special abilities, it contained various high-tech devices that could accurately sense the intensity of his output source power and the trajectory of the blade.