Book Synopsis
Book Tags
Donation Rankings
Comment
0 Comments
You May Also Like
墨書 Inktalez
The bright sun hung in the sky, casting a deep shadow from the massive base wall. For some reason, this reminded Lin Yuan of a long time ago, on a hot and bright afternoon when cicadas chirped incessantly and flies buzzed around. Looking up, one would always see twinkling stars, and the air was filled with a suffocating heat.
Without any sentimentality, Lin Yuan's Mechanical Body moved at a leisurely pace, like a traveler in a vast and lifeless desert, where perhaps the next step could lead to death.
That enormous shadow served as a dividing line, resembling a dance of death. Without hesitation, Lin Yuan stepped into it without pausing for a moment.
In an instant, Lin Yuan's Main Audio-Visual Radar, Second Audio-Visual Radar, and Third Auditory Radar detected over twenty blatant scanning and tracking signals. Not far away, several Mercenaries were openly grinning as they drove their massive Sand Assault Vehicles, ready to pursue at any moment. A feast of carnage was about to unfold!
Lin Yuan smiled inwardly, feeling an unperceivable surge of battle intent igniting within him! It was like opening a jar of aged wine buried for a hundred years—so rich and delightful.
"The first principle: never let the enemy guess your next move!"
Muttering to himself, Lin Yuan's seemingly leisurely Mechanical Body suddenly transformed into an afterimage in that instant. The Gale Evasion Skill was swiftly executed, and amidst a series of gasps, he crossed thirty meters at an unimaginable speed. With a fierce Knee Strike, he sent one Mercenary flying. At the same time, the Azure Light Dagger burst forth from thin air, quickly driving back the remaining Mercenaries. They were merely f7 or e1 level lackeys and were no match for Lin Yuan. Moreover, they could not fathom how Lin Yuan could be so formidable as to dare attack right at the entrance of the Sub-base. Did he not know the rules of g-715 Sub-base?
"Beep! Reserve Trainee Mercenary Double Wood Forest, you have violated regulation number 7 of g-715 Sub-base by provoking a fight. You will face three days of confinement and a fine of 00 Mechanical Coins. Please remain on standby; if you dare to provoke further actions, the Sub-base guards are authorized to fire first!"
Hearing this message made Lin Yuan laugh heartily in his heart—the game had officially begun!
As a squad of Mechanical Guards rushed out from the Sub-base, Lin Yuan wasted no time and jumped onto one of the Sand Assault Vehicles. He started the engine with a roar and sped off at full throttle!
"Warning! Warning! Reserve Trainee Mercenary Double Wood Forest, you are attempting to resist arrest and flee. You have severely violated g-715 Sub-base's public order regulations. According to regulation number 478, your confinement period will be extended to fifteen days. Please cooperate with the Mechanical Guards immediately!"
The loud warning echoed throughout the area as alert flying vehicles took off from above the base wall. A team of Mechanical Soldiers riding Sand Assault Vehicles closely pursued him. The scene was impressive; however, it also left the Mercenaries who were preparing to act dumbfounded. Among them, those who were more astute had already guessed Lin Yuan's plan: he was deliberately provoking trouble to attract the Sub-base guards to chase him. As long as he did not continue making fatal mistakes, those Mechanical Soldiers and guards would not open fire. This way, as long as Lin Yuan maintained his high-speed advance, he effectively gained a free escort from g-715 Sub-base!
After all, groups like Kangaroo and Crow among the lower-tier Mercenaries did not dare confront g-715 Sub-base directly; they could only watch helplessly as Lin Yuan roamed freely.
Undoubtedly, when Lin Yuan led these guards to thirty f5-level Spiny Worms, with his strength, he could easily eliminate them in no time and complete his mission before obediently surrendering and safely returning to g-715 Sub-base. The price he would pay would merely be fifteen days of confinement along with some fines.
This seemingly insurmountable threat was effortlessly resolved by him.
However, Lin Yuan had never been fond of such a leisurely conclusion. If he merely wanted to diffuse the killing intent, there would be no need for such grand gestures; what he desired was a true slaughter!
The Sand Assault Vehicle was not just a tank traversing the desert; it was designed to adapt to most terrains, moving at high speeds with remarkable agility, making it easy to transport while providing medium to long-range support capabilities for individual assaults.
Its appearance resembled that of an off-road tank, featuring four massive wheels with powerful four-wheel drive that allowed this beast-like vehicle to effortlessly navigate complex terrains with elevations exceeding one meter. The enormous recoil system ensured that no matter how bumpy the ride, the vehicle maintained a forward-facing position.
On top of the rugged chassis sat a triangular-shaped cockpit, designed for a single driver. This minimized wind resistance and maintained balance while maximizing the capacity for powerful weapon systems. For instance, it was equipped with dual Energy Cannons on one side, a heavy energy machine gun at the front, and an intelligent Rocket Launcher coverage system at the rear, making it incredibly formidable with a strike range exceeding one hundred kilometers.
On relatively flat ground, it could easily reach speeds of up to eight hundred kilometers per hour!
Yet even with Lin Yuan's exceptional driving skills and quick reflexes, relying on this Sand Assault Vehicle to escape the pursuit from the G-715 Sub-base was a luxury he could hardly afford.
Fortunately, he had already prepared a contingency plan!
"The second principle: always be fully prepared!"
After charging forward for about fifty-six kilometers and as the pursuing guards began to grow impatient, Lin Yuan suddenly suppressed all Energy Engines within his Mechanical Body to below 98%. At that moment, a palm-sized box appeared in his Mechanical Arms. He pressed it lightly, and the box sprang open, revealing an ultra-miniature Radar search engine that quickly activated. This was a key component he had casually taken from the comprehensive information support tank where Yellow Sparrow was stationed. Combined with an old Radar component from Mousetrap Three Tank, Lin Yuan had assembled this Ultra-Miniature Radar engine, which could achieve approximately 80% of the performance of the Raystar 56 Radar engine—sufficient for executing Lin Yuan's plan.
This showcased the true value of Lin Yuan's Level 10 Autonomous Assembly Skill; he could confidently assert that this tiny Radar engine alone far surpassed the Azure Light Dagger in worth. Moreover, this was his first trump card!
"Beep beep beep!"
A series of soft buzzing sounds echoed as a shadow of a virtual person, no larger than a fingertip and resembling an angel, materialized from within the box—elegant and serene.
"Sir, Data Modeling is now in real-time sync with an error margin not exceeding 0.1 microns. Theoretically speaking, it can render you invisible for three minutes. Of course, this is contingent upon the absence of higher-level search engines. Shall we proceed with the plan?"
"Begin!"
"Lin Yuan," he commanded in a low voice.
"Yes!" The exquisite Virtual Person smiled slightly, showing no sign of change. A faint glow began to flow from her hand, within which countless fine lines rapidly transformed and combined. In less than a second, a virtual projection identical to Lin Yuan appeared out of thin air—no, it was precisely Lin Yuan, every detail impeccable!
"Data Modeling successful, now executing Assassination Plan A!"
Amidst the relentless pursuit of nearby guards and the tracking of countless Radars, the Lin Yuan generated by Data Modeling replaced the real Lin Yuan. Meanwhile, the Sand Assault Vehicle was remotely controlled by Lin Yuan. Unbeknownst to anyone, he quietly leaped to the ground amidst the swirling dust and the data interference of the miniature Radar engines, remaining motionless like a stone.
In an instant, two Sand Assault Vehicles surged past Lin Yuan's Mechanical Body. The Mechanical Soldiers atop them were completely oblivious to any irregularities because this area was dominated by miniature Radars, which skillfully simulated Lin Yuan's appearance as part of the ground.
Theoretically, unless a more advanced Radar engine was simultaneously cracking the code, it would be impossible to discover Lin Yuan's plan.
Thus, Lin Yuan completely vanished before everyone's eyes!
Three minutes later, when a team of Sub-base guards caught up with the Data Modeling-generated Lin Yuan and prepared to capture him, they were stunned to realize that Lin Yuan had seemingly vanished into thin air!
In that moment, while the leader of the capturing guards was furious, the persistent Mercenaries were equally dumbfounded. Yet at the same time, they felt excitement; without a doubt, Lin Yuan had executed his escape brilliantly. However, he should never have been so confident! Without the alternative protection of Sub-base guards, how could he survive even a minute? The moment he revealed even a hint of Mutated Red Spider Silk traces, he would have no chance of seeing the sun rise again!
At that moment, teams from various Mercenary Groups such as Kangaroo, Crow, and Wild Boar showcased their advantages. They activated their Radar engines for searches while deploying Tanks to seal off an area within a hundred kilometers. Regardless of how Lin Yuan had hidden himself, there was no way he could have left this hundred-kilometer range in such a short time.
Meanwhile, those lone Mercenaries who considered themselves powerful eagerly concealed themselves nearby, each playing the roles of Yellow Sparrow, Cicada, Mantis—hunters in their own right—each believing they were the last hunter standing with unwavering confidence!
However, one minute passed, then ten minutes went by; an hour elapsed. Despite all efforts from various Mercenary Teams' information search experts trying every method possible to find even a trace of clues, they found nothing. Lin Yuan seemed to have vanished into thin air.
Incredible—completely unbelievable!
This surpassed the limits of an f6 level Mechanical Warrior; what a joke! It should be noted that among those participating in this hunt were Mercenaries with strengths reaching e7 level experts who could easily kill Lin Yuan with a single glance. Yet no one anticipated that from the very beginning, Lin Yuan had never given them a chance to strike. Everything was like a labyrinth—interconnected with no flaws whatsoever.
The first to lose their composure were the Kangaroo Mercenary Team and the SY Mercenary Team. Kangaroo and Wild Boar conspired together and decided to collaborate. This was no longer just a matter of obtaining the Azure Light Dagger; it had become a matter of pride, as well as a question of being humiliated. If word got out that several formidable Mercenary Groups had been outsmarted by a rookie at F6 level, it would be akin to receiving a resounding slap in the face.
Initially, Kangaroo and Wild Boar had hoped to join forces with Crow's Mercenary Group, but they were met with a firm refusal. Crow's Mercenary Group was quite powerful, classified as E-Class, which made them a significant player among lower-tier mercenaries. Crow himself possessed E6 level strength, and his team consisted of more than fifteen members. The reason they were interested in the Azure Light Dagger was that the second main force within Crow's group was on par with Lord J's Swift Hunter. Acquiring the Azure Light Dagger would undoubtedly elevate their overall strength, which would be beneficial for the entire Mercenary Group. After all, team synergy works like this: when one person grows stronger, it triggers a chain reaction that brings about many changes.
Thus, with such high aspirations, how could Crow possibly lower himself to search manually like Kangaroo and his team?
Moreover, Crow had his own calculations. He was certain that Lin Yuan was hiding within a radius of about one hundred kilometers, using some method to conceal himself. If Kangaroo and his team ventured in to search, Lin Yuan might not be able to resist launching a surprise attack. At that point, Kangaroo's side would surely suffer losses since Lin Yuan possessed the Azure Light Dagger and was already quite formidable; he could potentially take down four or five members in one go.
However, as soon as Lin Yuan dared to show himself, Crow's Mercenary Group would be able to quickly lock onto him. Even if Lin Yuan attempted to hide again immediately, he would not escape. This was a classic case of the Mantis stalking the Cicada while the Yellow Sparrow lay in wait.
In the shadows, many capable and experienced mercenaries who operated independently shared Crow's mindset as they prepared for Lin Yuan's sudden ambush.
In fact, Crow and those seasoned mercenaries were correct; Lin Yuan was indeed hiding in place. He hadn't moved at all from the beginning. After all, being able to evade detection from so many eyes and radar systems was already an impressive feat. If he dared to move even slightly, he would surely become a target.
"The third element is to always maintain absolute patience and calmness."
Within an area of over one hundred kilometers, time seemed to stand still as the Kangaroo Mercenary Team and SY Mercenary Team slowly fanned out into the central zone. To be cautious and conduct timely searches, both Mercenary Groups deployed a total of twenty tanks in formation.
Leading the charge were four Heavy Shield Tanks. These tanks boasted exceptional power output and formidable defensive capabilities, providing robust support for their allies behind them. Energy Cannons, Sniper Rifles, Rocket Launchers—none of these stood a chance against the Heavy Shield Tanks.
Especially impressive was the Heavy Shield Tank's ability to link up; if two or four Heavy Shield Tanks advanced side by side, they could form an enormous Energy Shield measuring three hundred meters wide and fifty meters high—a true shield on the battlefield.
However, Heavy Shield Tanks also had weaknesses; they could only defend from the front and once linked up, they couldn't quickly change direction.
As a result, many Mercenary Groups typically ensured they had at least two or four Heavy Shield Tanks on hand. More formidable teams might possess twenty or even fifty or one hundred Heavy Shield Tanks without issue; this was particularly effective against large-scale swarms.
At this moment, the six Heavy Shield Tanks from the Kangaroo Mercenary Team and SY Mercenary Team were positioned with four at the front and one on each flank to ensure they wouldn't fall victim to Lin Yuan's ambush.
In the center guarded by six Heavy Shield Hover Tanks were two high-powered Search Radars, continuously conducting meticulous scans of the surroundings.
As for the other Tanks, they were manned by twenty vigilant and formidable Mercenaries, all in combat mode, determined not to give Lin Yuan any chance!
Under such a carpet search, no one believed Lin Yuan could escape, unless he was akin to a Shadow Stalker. No matter how advanced the Radar was, it could not conceal Lin Yuan's own fluctuations at close range.
However, at this moment, whether in light or shadow, everyone had to admit that they could not figure out what Lin Yuan was truly planning.
The inability to predict his actions meant that one misstep could lead to further mistakes. Even a powerful E7-level expert would inevitably fail if their strategic and tactical decisions were flawed.
Time passed slowly, and soon the joint advance team of the Kangaroo Team and SY Team was approaching the location where Lin Yuan was truly hiding.
Just as Lin Yuan was about to be discovered, he suddenly appeared. However, no one could have anticipated that this time there were twelve shadows, all of which had been simulated three months in advance by his Nuclear unit using Intellect before leaving the G-715 Sub-base. The Data Modeling was incredibly detailed and realistic, and with the help of micro Radars, it could even temporarily deceive larger Radar searches.
In an instant, alarms blared incessantly. Whether it was the current members of Kangaroo or Wild Boar or those a hundred kilometers away like Yellow Sparrow and Hunter Crow, no one could determine which of the twelve shadows was Lin Yuan.
This sudden change momentarily disrupted their plans. A second later, the twelve shadows vanished like phantoms, leaving the Radar engines unable to analyze or make any judgments on the images.
But that was enough. Crow shouted loudly while ordering the Radar engines to lock onto the surroundings of the Kangaroo joint team and urged his Tanks forward like a whirlwind. He knew Lin Yuan was among the Kangaroo Team because just moments ago, a member of the Kangaroo Team had silently lost his head. What more evidence could be more real? The moment to catch them off guard had arrived; as for Kangaroo and Wild Boar's thoughts—who cared?
Alongside Raven Team surged five other figures resembling Swift Evasion; undoubtedly, they were Swift Hunters eyeing Azure Light Dagger, only their strength was greater.
At the same time, Kangaroo and Wild Boar were shouting commands to surround and search around where the dead Mercenary had fallen. Their reaction speed was quick—within less than a second—they should have been able to track down Lin Yuan’s whereabouts.
A throng rushed forward like randy dogs, with no one noticing how favorable the shooting angle was from their position!
Five seconds might not seem long; however, Lin Yuan could clearly calculate that it would take Crow's team about forty seconds to reach him. As for Crow and his Swift Hunter subordinate, they would need only seconds. The other five Swift Hunters would also require at least ten seconds; after all, they had been led by Lin Yuan from the very beginning!
For Lin Yuan, the five seconds were enough time to reload the Hurricane Hammer, allowing for a relentless slaughter of two rounds.
What a marvelous massacre!
Without hesitation, still cloaked in invisibility, Lin Yuan seized the Hurricane Hammer and pulled the trigger. Like a dazzling firework display, six special shotgun shells, each worth five thousand Mechanical Coins, erupted forth with the fury of a hurricane, unleashing an almost indescribable power!
Moreover, Kangaroo and the twenty members of the Wild Boar team were all gathered within such a spacious firing range. Almost immediately, the first five or six Mercenaries were torn to shreds by the terrifying lethality of the Hurricane Hammer!
But this was far from over! The striking area of the Hurricane Hammer spanned a full fifty meters wide. Within this range, everything would be ripped apart by that horrifying force, especially since these were special, enhanced shotgun shells!
No one could escape. When the attack came from behind, it was even more devastating. Whether Mechanical Life, Silicon-based Life, or Carbon-Based Life, they were all equally vulnerable at that moment!
Even two Tanks caught in the blast were turned into sieves in an instant! Let alone the weaker Mercenaries!
Only the stronger Kangaroo and Wild Boar managed to retain some Health Points, but what did that matter? After five seconds, as the Hurricane Hammer reloaded once more, it unleashed another barrage. Thus, the Kangaroo Mercenary Team and SY Mercenary Team—twenty Mercenaries in total—along with those two Mercenaries operating the manual Radar engines were obliterated into fragments. The two Integrated Information Vehicles were within the attack range as well, and Lin Yuan had no intention of leaving any traces behind. Therefore, from the very beginning of his plan, those two Integrated Information Vehicles had to be destroyed immediately!
Everything went smoothly!
“Sir, the enemy's Tank Intellect Main Control Center has been breached and is now connected to our Radar. Should we execute the plan?” Claire's voice chimed in at that moment, sweet as ever! (To be continued.)
Comment 0 Comment Count