In the virtual three-dimensional projection, Officer Wutong slightly bowed and answered, “Envoy, Luo Feng had already entered the wilderness area with his Hammer Squad members on the 1st of March. He is still in the wilderness area now and hasn’t returned to the city base.”
“March 1st?”
Yang Hui and Zhou Zhengyong, the two Warlords, couldn’t help but exchange smiles. Yang Hui chuckled and scolded, “When I arrived at the Jiangnan City Base, Luo Feng hadn’t yet gone to the wilderness area. It was you, Ironhand. You insisted on dragging me to that…” He abruptly stopped mid-sentence and waved dismissively at Wutong, “Alright, you’re dismissed.”
“Yes, Director, Envoy.” Wutong bowed slightly again.
Hiss~~
The dreamlike light faded, and the three-dimensional projection vanished.
“You almost let it slip. If Wutong heard, he would definitely mock us,” Zhou Zhengyong’s expression gradually turned serious. “Putting that aside, let’s talk about Luo Feng.”
“Was what Wutong just said true?” Warlord Yang Hui frowned.
“Absolutely true.”
Zhou Zhengyong waved confidently, “I know Wutong’s character. Besides, if he lied, we could verify it later… Since that’s the case, why would he lie?”
“Hmm.” Warlord Yang Hui nodded slightly. “I understand, but I really can’t believe it. A kid who has just turned 19, with physical abilities rivaling a ‘Junior Commander,’ and in just half a year, he mastered the ‘Nine Heavens Thunder Blade’ to the third level… Rare, truly very rare. It seems we need to contact higher-ups.”
Zhou Zhengyong also nodded, “The Special Training Contract is no longer suitable for Luo Feng. He should barely qualify to enter the ‘Warlord Preparatory Camp.’”
The legendary…
The Limit Martial Arts Gym had two training camps: one was the ‘Basic Training Camp,’ and the other was the ‘Elite Training Camp.’ The Basic Training Camp selected talented martial artists worldwide, signing them under ‘Special Training’ contracts to receive the best training.
The Elite Training Camp was the world’s top training facility, also known as the ‘Warlord Preparatory Camp.’
Globally, the Limit Martial Arts Gym had these two camps, and the Thunder Martial Arts Gym had the same two as well… However, it was undisputed that the Limit Martial Arts Gym’s Elite Training Camp ranked first worldwide! Even the world’s strongest warrior, ‘Hong,’ occasionally taught there.
Even Warlords found it hard to receive guidance from ‘Hong.’ But in this Elite Training Camp, there was a chance!
“Talking about the Elite Training Camp?” Yang Hui frowned. “His qualifications barely meet the criteria, but—I need to apply to higher-ups. You know how precious the spots in the Elite Training Camp are.”
“Hmm.” Zhou Zhengyong nodded. “I understand!”
Generally, within the Jiangnan City Base area, the Limit Martial Arts Gym would select two or three geniuses annually for the ‘Basic Training Camp.’ Initially, the Thunder Martial Arts Gym had lured Luo Feng with such a spot.
But the Elite Training Camp was different!
In the entire Jiangnan City Base, a base city with a population of 200 million, usually only one person every five years was selected into the ‘Elite Training Camp!’ And in the entire Huaxia Nation, which had six city bases, it could be said that over a population of more than one billion, only one talent was selected annually!
“Connect to Inspector Wang.” Yang Hui issued a voice command.
“Beep, beep…”
“Hello!”
A deep, hoarse voice echoed throughout the audio-visual room.
“Inspector Wang!” Both Yang Hui and Zhou Zhengyong immediately stood up respectfully.
The Inspector!
In the Limit Martial Arts Gym, this position ranked just below the founder, ‘Hong.’ According to the gym’s rules—any martial artist within the Limit Martial Arts Gym who could become a ‘Transcendent Warlord’ would directly obtain the position of ‘Inspector.’ In other words, the Inspector was a Transcendent Warlord!
“Oh, Yang Hui, what’s the matter?” The Inspector’s voice came through.
“Inspector Wang, I came to the Jiangnan City Base this time to verify a young man named Luo Feng. However, I discovered that he is only 19 years old, yet his physical abilities have already reached the ‘Junior Commander’ level. Moreover, he mastered the ‘Nine Heavens Thunder Blade’ in just half a year, reaching the third level! I believe he should qualify for the ‘Elite Training Camp.’” Yang Hui explained.
“Hmm?”
There was a slight silence from the Inspector, and the audio-visual room fell silent. Yang Hui and Zhou Zhengyong remained respectfully quiet, not daring to interrupt.
“The Huaxia military just came to our headquarters earlier, requesting an Elite Training Camp spot. This year’s spots are nearly filled, so in principle, we shouldn’t allocate another to Huaxia… Well, in this case, give Luo Feng a chance. Let him take the B-level test. If he passes, he can enter the Elite Training Camp.” The Inspector’s hoarse voice echoed in the audio-visual room.
“Yes.”
Yang Hui respectfully replied.
“Beep.” The line was disconnected.
Only then did Yang Hui and Zhou Zhengyong relax slightly. The gap between a Warlord and a Transcendent Warlord might seem like a single step, but in terms of power and status, the difference was immense! A Transcendent Warlord could completely destroy a city with millions of people and negotiate as an equal with a superpower.
“The B-level test?” Zhou Zhengyong frowned. “Isn’t it usually sufficient to pass the A-level test?”
“The spots are too scarce, and Huaxia has a large population with a strong martial culture. Occasionally, one or two extraordinary geniuses emerge. Previously, one spot was claimed by the Huaxia military! Therefore, if Huaxia wants to send another genius martial artist into the training camp, it’s not strange that a higher difficulty test is required.” Yang Hui explained.
“Hmm.” Zhou Zhengyong nodded. “By the way, the Wang family from Kyoto City hopes to reserve an Elite Training Camp spot for next year, and they’re willing to pay 50 billion Huaxia Credits.”
“The Wang family from Kyoto City? For next year?” Yang Hui frowned. “The HR Alliance and our Limit Martial Arts Gym have long-term cooperation. Every year, the HR Alliance has reserved spots. How come the Wang family, being one of the core nine family conglomerates of the HR Alliance, couldn’t secure a spot reserved for the HR Alliance?”
“They wanted to secure it, but how? They’re trying to go through the back door?” Zhou Zhengyong smiled. “There are nine core family conglomerates in the HR Alliance. It’s not surprising that the Wang family couldn’t secure a spot, considering the Western major family conglomerates dominate the underground parliament of the HR Alliance.”
“This matter is quite complicated.” Yang Hui shook his head. “Generally, only the Inspector can make the final decision. Fifty billion is a huge sum, but whether it can sway the Inspector is uncertain.”
“You and Inspector Liu have a good relationship, right? The Wang family is hoping to connect through you.” Zhou Zhengyong smiled.
“The Wang family’s son-in-law is different, huh? Even betraying old friends.” Yang Hui couldn’t help shaking his head. “Ironhand, for your sake, I’ll talk to Uncle Liu. You should also know… the number of spots in the Elite Training Camp is limited each year. The major world powers and super conglomerates are all like wolves eyeing them. Going through the back door is no easy task.”
“I understand. The Wang family will remember this favor once it’s done.” Zhou Zhengyong said.
The Wang family.
The top family in the entire Huaxia Nation, and one of the core nine families of the HR Alliance. However, compared to the Limit Martial Arts Gym and the Thunder Martial Arts Gym, these family conglomerates still had a significant gap! After all, the Limit Martial Arts Gym and the Thunder Martial Arts Gym’s two founders, ‘Hong’ and ‘Thunder God,’ were figures feared by all major powers.
They were already invincible!
“Prepare a fighter jet for me. I’m going to the wilderness area to see Luo Feng and also let him take the B-level test.” Yang Hui said.
“Alright, the fighter jet will be ready immediately. However, regarding the B-level test, although Luo Feng is impressive, the chances of him passing…” Zhou Zhengyong shook his head.
“Oh, right, you should call Luo Feng first and confirm his current location.” Yang Hui reminded.
“Don’t worry, even such a small matter doesn’t need you to say?” Zhou Zhengyong laughed heartily.
…
At Base City 023, the sky was dark, and the cold wind howled.
Luo Feng was sitting cross-legged in the five-hearts-facing-sky posture, cultivating his genetic energy. The omnipresent cosmic energy rapidly surged into his body through the five channels of his ‘five hearts.’ Every cell in his body, already famished, seemed to cheer and eagerly devour the cosmic energy passing by.
Inside each cell, the mitochondria quickly converted the cosmic energy into genetic energy.
Then, the genetic energy was rapidly absorbed by the cells, slowly improving the body’s genetic structure. The entire body also gradually became stronger, albeit at a very slow pace.
“Huff!”
Feeling that every cell in his bones, muscles, and every part of his body was completely saturated, Luo Feng exhaled and stood up energetically.
“Luo Feng, done cultivating? Come out and have dinner.” Chen Ge’s voice came from the living room.
“Coming.” Luo Feng smiled and walked out.
In the living room, a group of people quickly gathered around. Luo Feng joined them, and everyone happily grabbed water pouches, some compressed biscuits, high-energy sugar pills, and even vacuum-packed meat chunks.
“Our backpacks are also filled with a lot of monster materials. I think we should return to the supply base in a couple of days.” Gao Feng drank some water and said, “Mainly because Luo Feng did a great job and obtained a lot of monster materials.”
“Compared to the madman, we’re already old.” Wei Tie deliberately sighed.
Chen Gu couldn’t help shaking his head, “I’ve been in the wilderness area for over a decade, and I don’t think I can improve anymore. In a while, Luo Feng’s strength will grow to the point where he needs to join a new, powerful martial artist squad. I’m also preparing to retire at that time.”
“Retire? We brothers are also planning to retire in the next one or two years.” Wei Tie and Wei Qing nodded.
The atmosphere suddenly became somewhat melancholic.
“Retiring is a good thing; we should be happy!” Gao Feng laughed heartily, “At that time, maybe I can join the same martial artist squad as Luo Feng, or maybe he won’t want me, and I’ll have to choose another squad. Everything is uncertain… No matter what, I still want to fight for another ten years and see if I, Gao Feng, can become a Warlord in my lifetime!”
Luo Feng was about to speak when suddenly—
All five members of the Hammer Squad felt their watches vibrating.
Looking down, they saw a satellite positioning system map on their watches, with a bright red dot on it.
“Emergency rescue signal?” The five members of the Hammer Squad looked at each other. “It’s only about 1500 meters away from us?”
“Quickly!”
“Let’s go!”
The five members of the Hammer Squad quickly put on their backpacks and weapons and rushed over.
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