NOVPUBThe referee made a gesture, indicating that Robert could start at any time.
Robert placed the shot next to his neck and then pushed it forcefully.
The shot traced a beautiful arc through the air before landing with a thud.
As soon as the shot hit the ground, two referees immediately rushed over to measure the first point of impact.
Soon, Robert’s result appeared on the electronic screen—20.6 meters!
On seeing Robert’s result, all the exchange students from Michigan stood up, clapping uncontrollably for him.
"Well done, Robert!"
"Hahaha, I didn’t expect Robert to perform beyond expectations. We’ve definitely won this now!"
"Robert, show those yellow-skinned monkeys what we Americans are made of!"
Not only were these exchange students overjoyed with Robert’s result, but also some sports coaches who had made a special trip from other schools to watch the event were shocked.
Even well-trained college students throwing the shot put usually score 18 or at most 19 meters.
For Robert to have thrown 20.6 meters was indeed a remarkable achievement.
Do not underestimate a difference of just one meter; in such athletic events, let alone a meter, even an improvement of ten centimeters is quite difficult to achieve.
Even Robert himself was very satisfied with his result.
If he were to throw again, he feared he might not achieve such a good distance.
As he walked back to the rest area, Robert brushed past Wu Bin.
Robert said disdainfully, "Yellow-skinned monkey, don’t disappoint me."
Wu Bin replied indifferently, "Get ready to kowtow to me."
Under everyone’s watchful eyes, Wu Bin took his place at the starting position.
Wu Bin imitated the others, grabbing a handful of anti-slip chalk from a small box and applying it to his hands, then immediately picked up the shot put.
Seeing Wu Bin’s action, the sports coaches shook their heads.
Throwing the shot put is not just a matter of brute force; it also involves a set of standard putting techniques.
A standard technique allows for better force application, as well as the use of strength from one’s waist and abdomen to throw the shot put farther.
But at that moment, Wu Bin’s throw looked just like that of a layperson, simply lifting the shot over his shoulder without letting it rest against his neck.
What’s more, as soon as he lifted the shot, Wu Bin immediately felt its heavy weight, and his facial expression changed.
Although the change in Wu Bin’s expression was subtle, it was captured by the close-up camera.
A bunch of sports students couldn’t help but criticize.
"He doesn’t think the shot put is too heavy, does he?"
"That expression on his face, it’s exactly like those newbies who just came to learn shot put in our team!"
"I knew it was a mistake. Just look at his arms; they don’t look strong at all. He better not throw it only four meters; that would be too embarrassing."
The sports students from the Agricultural University felt too ashamed to watch.
They admitted Wu Bin was an incredible runner, given his well-proportioned and agile figure, which gave him an advantage in running.
But in a strength-based competition like shot put throwing, every participant is a heavyweight contender.
Seeing that Wu Bin seemed to struggle just lifting the shot put, Jiang Qi, who was in the stands, couldn’t help himself and said gleefully, "President Xu, it seems your star student is lacking in strength and not very adept at this."
Xu Wenyao snorted.
"What’s the rush? What if student Wu Bin breaks another world record?"
Jiang Qi couldn’t help but laugh scornfully.
"Break another world record? President Xu, do you think world records are made of paper, easily broken just like that?"
Jiang Qi was also getting angry.
After all, this sports event was supposed to be a showcase for the exchange students he had arranged.
Yet, Wu Bin had emerged from nowhere to repeatedly foil his plans.
Jiang Qi said, "Since President Xu has so much confidence in Wu Bin, why don’t we place a bet?"
"If Wu Bin can win against Robert, then I won’t concern myself with the affairs of the Agricultural University anymore. In the future, any resolutions at the Agricultural University, I’ll support you."
"But conversely, if Wu Bin loses, then for the important decisions at the Agricultural University in the future, I hope Principal Xu can stand by my side."
As soon as Jiang Qi said this, some of the school leaders got a bit restless.
Everyone knew Jiang Qi and Xu Wenyao didn’t get along; their ideas were very different, and they often had two completely opposing viewpoints on the same issue.
And now, Jiang Qi was taking the opportunity to propose this bet—it was clear he was looking to use the occasion to weaken Xu Wenyao’s power!
After all, during this period, Xu Wenyao, relying on Wu Bin’s influence, had carried out various reforms at the Agricultural University, promoting many of his own people.
The head of security, Ma Baoguo, and the director of student life, Liu Neng.
These two used to be rather inconsequential at the Agricultural University, but now they had become some of the most important leaders of the university.
If Jiang Qi could win this bet, his first move would probably be to cut down the powers of the security department and the life department.
"Alright, I accept your challenge."
Without any hesitation, Xu Wenyao immediately agreed to Jiang Qi’s terms.
The group of school leaders was instantly abuzz.
Xu Wenyao had actually agreed!
Did Xu Wenyao have such a big gut?
Robert was a shot-put athlete who had undergone professional training, while Wu Bin was a "glass-boned" college student who even struggled to lift a shot-put!
Jiang Qi was incredibly excited and agitated, feeling like he already saw the image of Xu Wenyao admitting defeat with his head down. 𝑛𝘰𝘷𝑝𝘶𝑏.𝑐𝘰𝘮
"Good, good, good! Let everyone be a witness here, Principal Xu has agreed to my bet!"
Jiang Qi felt as if his victory were certain.
In his view, Xu Wenyao’s behavior was akin to digging his own grave.
Yang Kang couldn’t help but say quietly to the side, "Principal, isn’t this a bit rash? Wu Bin hasn’t received any professional training after all."
Xu Wenyao said indifferently, "Don’t worry, I believe Wu Bin can bring us a miracle."
"Besides, this is just a verbal promise. If we really lose, it’s not like we can’t go back on our word."
Yang Kang: ...
That kind of makes sense.
With this kind of vague verbal bet, if Xu Wenyao was set on reneging, Jiang Qi would not have any way to deal with him.
It might be a bit embarrassing, but at least the power in hand would be preserved, wouldn’t it?
But is this something a normal person would do?
Yang Kang couldn’t help but take another look at Xu Wenyao.
Indeed, shamelessness is invincible.
Those uninformed would think Xu Wenyao was holding the winning ticket.
Yang Kang once again cast his gaze toward Wu Bin.
At that moment, Wu Bin, holding the shot-put, heard a system notification in his mind.
Ding.
[You have chosen the target animal—Chimpanzee]
[You have copied the target animal’s special ability—Power of the Gorilla]
[Special ability duration: ten minutes]
As the system notification sounded, Wu Bin’s right arm suddenly bulged with muscles, his thickened biceps tearing through the short sleeves!
The surrounding people, seeing this, were all shocked and dumbfounded.
What the...?
Popeye?
Amidst everyone’s astonished looks, Wu Bin’s right hand violently pushed forward.
The shot-put traced a perfect arc through the air, flying off into the distance!
