Chapter 0178


    Chapter 0178


    Contrasted with Shihua and Charlie’s splendid performance, Madison felt neither jealousy nor


    pressure.


    In fact, before the assessment began, it was Madison who had tipped Charlie off about calcting


    the wind to safeguard the boards.


    “Thanks a lot.”


    Settled back in her seat, Charlie gave Madison’s shoulder a gentle


    bump.


    As Madison turned to look at her, she was suddenly reminded of the day she applied at Mukino


    International. Nervously waiting for her interview in the corridor, she caught sight of Charlie striding


    past in her captain’s uniform.


    With this memory, Madison spoke up, “The first time I saw you, I thought you were so cool, so


    dashing. And I told myself I had to be an outstanding female captain just like you.”


    Hearing this, Charlie’s mouth dropped open in surprise, “You…”


    “When and where did you see me?”


    Charlie was naturally proud to hear Madison’s thoughts but was


    curious too.


    She wanted to relive that moment.


    “It was during my interview at Mukino International. You were in your captain’s uniform, looking truly


    formidable.” Madison’s eyes twinkled with amusement as she recounted.


    Charlie’s heart melted. Normally so cool andposed, she now grinned like a giddy girl, giggling


    alongside Madison.


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    Their assessments for the day were peler


    to rest, they decided to wait forthbedest of their colleagues to finish so they could leave together.


    “What shall we eat tonight? Chardidia soked, My treat.”


    “I’m not picky.” Madison nced dvere Pipine Airlines, “I guess Yu Lulei isn’t in the mood for food


    rigting.”


    Charlie also looked her way.


    Yu Lulei had taken her assessment cadidieoord as everyone was fixated on those making mistakes,


    pommita acention was paid to which ne she was piloting.


    The fear of making mistakes was swornalderambarrassment was one thing.


    The other was that only pilots rated Sdr Awerere lolowed on major international routes. The only


    difference betweenhhem was that S- rated captains could pilot all types of aircraft.


    For someone like Madison, who aspired to pibootha Abbus A380 level was a must-get, with no


    room for erron


    As difficult as S-level was to achieve she was determinedag get it


    Like Charlie, like Yu Lulei, they all wanted to secure it mightierinstgear.


    For a moment, in the silent crowd, many hearts ignited wwhh fierce determination,parable to


    the zeal they had when they first learned to fly.


    “Daydreaming?” Old Gao tapped her shoulder.


    Madison snapped back to reality, “Thinking about tomorrow’s challenges.”


    Old Gao hade specifically to discuss the matter with Madisioon,


    But since Brian hadn’t yet had his turn, and to avoid affecting his mental state, Old Gao decided to


    bring it upter.


    After about half an hour, it was finally Brian’s turn.


    Only then did Old Gao speak up, his tone serious, “Tomorrow’s assessment will be much tougher


    than today’s. Since it’s the first year of this policy, your performance will directly affect the future of


    these ratings. Brace yourselves, but don’t overthink it. Even if you don’t get S-level, thepany


    will ensure all your sry concerns are addressed.”


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    Madison and Charlie nod in unison.


    While they spoke with Old Gao, a wave of gasps erupted around them.


    They all looked over.


    Brian’s ne had navigated the course without touching a single obstacle, wlessly passing


    through the boards.


    “Old Song’s got some skills!” Deputy Director Ye couldn’t resist standing up, pping vigorously.


    Surprised exmations and apuse filled the air.


    A smile on her face, Madison thought to herself.


    She was determined to approach Brian’s level, to make progress bit by bit.


    Once Brian returned with a beaming smile, Madison said, “Brian, you truly are an example to us


    all!”


    Colleagues offered their congrattions.


    Brian waved them off, “No need for such excitement. After all, I’ve been flying for decades. If I


    couldn’t pass a simple test like this, I’d be


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    surprises needed.”


    Although indifferent to honors, the old man certainly wanted his expertise to remain wless.


    From the results of these two assessments alone, Brian was assured an A-level rating.


    If there were no major issues tomorrow, it was highly likely that Brian would be rated S-level.


    With a reservist S-level pilot like this, Deputy Director Ye was very pleased. He signaled the Mukino


    Air staff that they could leave once their assessments were concluded. He even offered to


    reimburse


    them for a dinner celebration.


    They all left in high spirits.


    Over at Pine Airlines, where Shihua awaited her bumbling colleagues’ assessments, she was nearly


    grinding her teeth in frustration.


    Why was everyone so warm and joyful around them, and yet so cold towards her?


    Why were they all circling around Madison?


    Surely, they were only kind to Madison because of Ethan’s influence!


    “Hey, wait for me!”


    Behind them, Yu Lulei broke away from the bulk of Pine Airlines and sprinted towards them.


    Kou Mei had been waiting outside already.


    At the time of the assessment, Kou Mei had been positioned quite far away, so Madison and Charlie


    hadn’t noticed her.


    Charlie was the


    Just as Yu Lulei approached, Kou Mei reported, “I only touched one obstacle, and the board grazed


    slightly, breaking off a small piece, but it didn’t shatterpletely.”


    This was already amendable result.


    However, Yu Lulei’s face darkened instantly, “So you’re telling me…


    out of the four of us, I’m the only one who hit almost half the obstacles, right?”


    “What about your board?” Kou Mei inquired.


    Yu Lulei was emotionless, “Pretty much the same as yours.”


    “That’s not too bad.”


    “Not too bad my foot!” Yu Lulei was on the verge of madness, “Their boards didn’t even have a


    scratch!!! I’m finished… I won’t be the only one dragging us down, will I…”


    Where can I hide my face? I’m so embarrassed…


    The three women walked away with a disgruntled Yu Lulei, leaving t main group behind.


    Madison was chatting idly with Ethan, who tactfully didn’t bring up the


    assessment.


    But Madison broached the subject herself, “S-level is pretty hard to


    get.”


    Ethan was silent for a good three seconds. When he finally spoke, his voice exuded a reassuring


    calm, “First, you have to believe in your own abilities. Second, even if you don’t get S-level, your


    boyfriend is more than capable of keeping you soaring through the skies.”


    Madison felt as if a fortress had been constructed in her heart,


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    “Look at her grinning. I’m here stewing in my own misery,” Yu Luleimented, “It’s true what they


    say-joy and sorrow live side by side.”


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