CHAPTER 211: CHAPTER 211: EXEMPT FROM TRAINING

Ackman’s gaze stopped on Yu Manman.

He was tall, nearly two meters. Yu Manman was considered quite tall among females, at 1.78 meters, but compared to Ackman, she was still a head shorter.

Ackman thought that after he defeated Hernans, there shouldn’t be many people coming to challenge him. But even if there were, he wouldn’t be surprised, and he wouldn’t be surprised if someone managed to defeat him either.

However, Yu Manman actively signaling her desire to challenge him was something he hadn’t anticipated at all...

Fight?

Yu Manman was female. Hurting her wouldn’t be good.

If he held back to let Yu Manman pass, it would also be unfair.

There were very few females in the military camp, and Ackman rarely fought with females. He wasn’t keen on fighting females either. Compared to the thick-skinned males, fighting females required much more caution.

Once, he accidentally injured a female and was disciplined for it. Since then, he had avoided fighting females even more.

"Alright..."

The rules were already set. Since Yu Manman had brought it up, Ackman couldn’t refuse.

Yu Manman moved her shoulders a bit and said to Ackman with a smile, "Instructor, don’t hold back on me. Don’t worry, even if you beat me up like him, I won’t hold it against you, and I won’t report you!"

Yu Manman gestured towards Hernans, who was bruised and battered.

Hernans wore a dark expression, feeling it was unnecessary to bring him up.

Mu Yaoyao stood under a large tree, and the moment she saw Yu Manman raise her hand, her eyes lit up.

Yu Manman was truly reckless, daring to fight the instructor? Didn’t she see how that male was beaten beyond recognition?

Mu Yaoyao initially thought Hernans was quite strong, but seeing the end result, she realized Hernans was much inferior to Ackman! Not a match at all!

What a pity, Ackman was too cold. Otherwise, having him as a Beast Husband would be wonderful.

Mu Yaoyao walked over to persuade, "Manman, do you really want to challenge the instructor? You should think it over carefully."

On the surface, she wore a worried expression, but inside she was overjoyed, hoping Yu Manman would also get beaten like Hernans! When things went wrong for Yu Manman, she felt happy!

No one wished more misfortune upon Yu Manman than she did.

Or perhaps... Yu Manman’s challenge was just a ploy to attract male attention?

Ackman looked at Yu Manman.

"I have already decided, instructor," Yu Manman said firmly, her eyes still showing a hint of eagerness.

Ackman suddenly recalled Yu Manman’s background.

Her father was a general who had made significant contributions.

As the daughter of a general, since she dared to challenge him, her skills must not be weak.

Ackman nodded, "Alright."

His thoughts were confirmed the moment Yu Manman threw a punch.

Yu Manman’s skills weren’t weak, and she was stronger than most soldiers. Her explosive force even surprised Ackman.

The moment their fists met, Ackman could feel a numbness in half his hand. Her strength was significant, almost matching his own...

In an instant, Ackman’s gaze toward Yu Manman changed, with a hint of admiration mixed in. At the same time, he grew more serious in his attacks!

There was no verbal exchange between them; each punch and kick was dangerously thrilling! But their speed was so great that they always dodged in time the moment they were about to hit!

Yu Manman sidestepped to avoid Ackman’s punch. She blinked and could even feel the wind from his fist brushing her hair.

When Ackman attacked again, she quickly raised her forearm to block, the collision of muscles creating a crisp "snap."

Both stepped back half a step, then immediately closed in again...

Through years of training and combat, Ackman was still slightly superior. Whether it was his physical strength, endurance, or combat experience, he surpassed Yu Manman, who had never experienced a battlefield firsthand, by a considerable margin.

Yu Manman gradually fell behind, her cheeks flushing from exertion, sweat dripping from her chin onto the sandy ground...

"Bang..." Yu Manman was thrown over Ackman’s shoulder, landing directly on the ground.

Being female, Ackman did hold back and didn’t attack Yu Manman with the same intensity he used against Hernans, nor did he injure her face.

However, he didn’t hesitate either, pinning Yu Manman’s shoulders and legs to immobilize her.

Yu Manman estimated the time in her mind, using her free hand to pinch a pressure point on Ackman’s hand...

Ackman felt a slight numbness in his hand and immediately backed off, gaining a newfound impression of Yu Manman.

She was well-versed in human pressure points and could strike accurately. She was more resourceful than he imagined, likely knowledgeable in various areas.

Did she learn from her mother’s Beast Husband?

While Yu Manman had considerable strength, she also knew how to use it wisely. She wasn’t confined to rigid forms, and although she wasn’t a match for Ackman, her quick thinking allowed for various strategies!

"Thud!" Yu Manman fell to the ground, taking several punches and feeling pain in her legs, unable to get up.

After the fight with Ackman, she realized she wasn’t as powerful as she thought.

Moreover, she had even been using a system cheat.

It seemed more training was necessary!

The sun in the sky was somewhat blinding, making it hard for Yu Manman lying on the sandy ground to keep her eyes open.

Suddenly, a shadow blocked her view, shielding her from the scorching sun.

It was Ackman.

At the same time, Ackman extended a hand, saying, "Get up."

"Thank you." Yu Manman reached out with a slightly trembling hand, placing it on Ackman’s palm, and got up with his help.

Ackman glanced at the time, then said to the flushed Yu Manman, "Ten minutes and fifty-two seconds, you’ve qualified. You can skip combat training."

"Hiss—"

The crowd stared unblinkingly at the two, not having noticed the time. Upon hearing Ackman’s words, they gasped in shock.

Impressive, truly impressive!

They had watched the entire fight firsthand and couldn’t muster any dissatisfaction!

Yu Manman had accomplished something even Hernans hadn’t.

From today onward, they would have to reassess Yu Manman, and reflect on themselves.

Mu Yaoyao, who had relished Yu Manman’s embarrassing situation, felt overjoyed.

But hearing that Yu Manman could skip training, her discontent peaked!

Surely, Ackman had gone easy on Yu Manman! How could a female like Yu Manman pass otherwise? Not even the male just now had!

Mu Yaoyao couldn’t believe Yu Manman possessed such skill!

She glanced at Ackman and smirked internally. It seemed he wasn’t as fair as he appeared! Perhaps he was charmed by Yu Manman?

Why was he so heartless to her but so kind to Yu Manman?

Mu Yaoyao’s eyes were clouded with shadows.

Ackman sensed a malicious gaze, turned his head, and met Mu Yaoyao’s evasive eyes...