Li Zheping nodded in response. "That will indeed make things easier; we'll be able to save time as we won't have to examine the properties of your mecha after the demonstration. Firstly, I'd like to welcome you on behalf of our mecha pilot association. Our vice-chairman who is responsible for this area was going to be in attendance as well, but something else came up at the last minute. Our chairman was also unable to make the time to come here, but all of them really wanted to meet you.

"The chairman specifically instructed me to invite you to join our mecha pilot association. Exceptional mecha pilots like yourself are in extremely high demand in our association; would you be willing to consider our offer?"

Tang Wulin asked, "What benefits would I receive if I were to join?"

Li Zheping faltered slightly in the face of Tang Wulin's brusque attitude,...