Chapter 101

Chapter 101 – Laforgue Infinite Slash Crosswheel

The holes weren’t symmetrical, nor did they really help with the control . If that was the case, there wasn’t a need for there to be so many of them . It was strange for that particular portion of the weapon to have such a meticulous design; it had to be custom-made . Why wasn’t the thumb indent more prominent?

In that instance, Wang Zhong discovered a detail of the weapon that he was missing out . There was a depression located on its axis which made it a very suitable position for one’s thumbs .

With a bit of soul power, his thumb pressed down and adhered to the small recess . The crosswheel started to rotate, but this obviously wasn’t how it was supposed to be used since his fingers should be placed inside the holes .

Changing up the method a bit, if the forefinger is placed there, while the thumb spins it…

Middle finger… pinky… when no finger was placed at the centre, the rotatory feeling was different .

The positions of the holes were different each time, leading to a change in the rotational axis . The strength and angle of the crosswheel changes depending on whether the thumb is placed in the groove as well as amount of soul power used . The positioning of the holes would also be altered with these rotational adjustments . This meant that the speed and rotation of the wheel when launched would be different every time .

The person who designed this crosswheel was one hundred percent a lunatic!

This weapon looked simple at first glance, but was in fact highly complex .

This kind of complex weapon was very much suited for a person like Wang Zhong . Beneath the surface, he was a person afraid of loneliness, and yet was capable of enduring that loneliness . A person like this loved to delve into his studies and explorations, deriving pleasure from them .

Wang Zhong held the crosswheel in his right hand and continuously tested it, spinning it around and experimenting with the force it generated with its revolutions . His left hand knocked repeatedly against the soft wall, constantly altering in intensity .

All complex weapons had their own trait . If one could grasp the core of that trait, any peculiarities that were difficult to grasp surrounding the weapon could easily be understood . This was like playing a game of hide-and-seek; you just have to be patient .

Wang Zhong grew more interested and was fully concentrating on the weapon . He walked and continued to knock against the wall, even stabbing out at it from time to time . Most of his thoughts were on the coordinating the amount of strength used with angle of the force being applied, along with his body posture . This weapon felt great!

Yet, this didn’t last long before President Ma Dong walked over with a black face . When he saw Wang Zhong, he became even more speechless . “Big bro, do you have some kind of grudge against the wall?”

Wang Zhong stared back blankly, before coming back to reality . “Eh, why are you here?”

Ma Dong was full of grief and indignation as his tears fell . “Of course I’m here! If I didn’t come, then you’ll soon tear down the president’s office!”

“What’s the point in my tearing down your president’s office? Have you lost it?” Wang Zhong asked with a faint smile .

“I…” President Ma Dong stuttered as he opened and closed his mouth . When he saw the concerned smile on Wang Zhong’s face, he felt as though his heart had been stomped by ten thousand grass-mud horses1while an old steamboat ran it over .

“Bro, the president’s office is next door . It’s not good if you keep knocking here, which would destroy the golden wallpaper in the next room over . Do you know how expensive that was!?” That was the president’s room, a place used by Ma Dong to show off . That room is the epitome of art!

Wang Zhong slapped his forehead . “Ah, I was too entranced while researching this thing . Nevermind then . Next time I’ll find another place to knock . ”

Ma Dong was stunned . This… ah, just kill me already…

“Hehe . What are you two doing here?” Milami asked with a smile as she walked over with Scarlet .

Scarlet laughed and said, “Wang Zhong, are you bullying Ma Dong again?”

Wang Zhong shrugged helplessly and didn’t say a word . Ma Dong, on the other hand, had an immediate change in expression, his face set into a serious look . “President Scarlet, Mimi, you two have come . I had just been discussing with Wang Zhong on the matters of our recent renovations . What are you two here for—”

“What Mimi? Call me senior sister!” Milami exclaimed with disapproval .

“Hehe . But calling you senior sister sounds too estranged . I’m more used to calling you Mimi… our Mimi is so beautiful and cute…”

Even Scarlet felt disgusted so she hurriedly changed the topic with a smile . “Wang Zhong, there will be a gathering at 8:30 pm . A few of the higher tier training comrades will be there . We’ll be sing a song or something, so remember to bring Barran and Grai along . Barran took pretty good care of us during the group training, and a few of our Black Rose members want to sincerely thank him . ”

Barran was an honest and good-natured person . Whether it was running or other activities, he would always be at the front of the lagging group . He had pretty good strength and would pave the way for others, bridging the gap in relations . Even if he was extremely tired, he would continue to struggle on and accomplish it . His actions indeed saved the group of girls quite a bit of work . As such, their impression and fondness of him had improved by quite a bit .

“Oh, a gathering?” Ma Dong couldn’t help but cut into their conversation . Patting his chest, he exclaimed, “Leave it to me . I’ll make sure all of our members attend it!”

Heavens, a friendship with Black Rose… My god, such a good thing happening, I must be dreaming!

“Why are you getting so fire up? This is a gathering for our teammates,” said Milami .

“Mimi, the way you say that is too hurtful!” Ma Dong shook his head in grievance . “Isn’t it a time for everyone to have fun together? Would it really be that hard to to add another pair of chopsticks and a cup of wine? It isn’t much . Is there such a need to deny me this tiny request? Besides, I’m doing this with you all in mind . ”

“Now, with regards to the singing, Wang Zhong and Barran are the type of people who cannot hold a tune . If they opened their mouths, they will really scare you all to death . At that time, if I’m not there with my voice which is akin to chicken soup for a sick person, then you will all suffer internal injuries and have nightmares . What will you all do then!?”

Both Scarlet and Milami were amused by his words . This fellow is definitely a funny guy .

“President Ma Dong, this gathering is indeed only for those who had participated in the group training . You…” Scarlet said embarrassingly .

Ma Dong blinked his big eyes and made himself look as pitiful as a frog . “Wang Zhong, my handsome brother, can you please bring me along?”

The fine hairs on Wang Zhong’s arms immediately stood up as he said, “Stop being so disgusting . Scarlet is just joking with you . How can our president not participate in Prodigy Society activities?”

Scarlet and Milami both started to laugh . Only then did Ma Dong realize that even he would have a day where he gets bullied .

“Only at crucial moments can brothers be relied upon . You can continue to knock on this wall . Worse comes to worse, I’ll just change it out for a new one . Mimi, since it’s rare for you to come here, let me bring you through the layout of our Prodigy Society . Please give my humble self some of your wise opinions on this matter,” Ma Dong said with unusually gentlemanly flair as he winked at Wang Zhong . This brother of yours is generous enough to create opportunities for you to be alone with Scarlet .

This time, Milami didn’t reject the invitation and gave Scarlet and Wang Zhong some private space .

Scarlet lifted a crosswheel and asked, “Are you researching this?”

“Yes . I’ve recently got quite interested in it . How it works is a little complex . I was so deep in thought about it that I had accidentally ripped apart the wallpaper on the other side of the wall with my experimentations . ” Wang Zhong said with wide grin . ”

Scarlet was also a ranged soldier and naturally knew of the crosswheel . After spinning it around her finger, she said, “Laforgue Infinite Slash Crosswheel, the legend of all ranged soldiers . Such a pity . ”

Wang Zhong’s eyes instantly turned round . “What -crosswheel?”

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