Nanjing Third High, Activity Hall.
In the parking lot outside the hall, four or five buses were parked, painted in camouflage colors. The buses were heavily built, likely with specially reinforced steel plates, and had patterns of magical arrays on them.
"Big Bai, quick, take a picture of me with the bus!"
It was Zhao Lin's first time seeing such a bus, imposing and majestic, perfectly matching his rogue nature.
Of course, to outsiders, Ye Bai and Zhao Lin both looked like slackers.
The two were going to a summer camp, likely just a week-long tour, much like crabs going to Chengyang Lake for a bath in autumn.
"Students, these vehicles are confidential to the City Defense Department, no photos allowed."
Before Zhao Lin could strike a pose, a man in a black cloak kindly reminded them.
"Oh, sorry!"
Zhao Lin couldn't help but take another look at the bus, which gave a strong sense of security.
"Big Bai, do you think all this fuss is necessary?"
Ye Bai thought for a moment and replied, "They're probably worried those Demonic Sect guys might take the chance to attack."
"Come on, we're just C Rank Talents..."
Zhao Lin chuckled bitterly, "If they send a Battle General to kill us, it seems like we'd be the ones profiting..."
This time, the escort to the summer camp was absolutely sufficient, with terrifying paper strength!
Not only were there strong individuals from Nanjing Third High, but many from the City Defense Department were also called in.
Even two Battle Kings were dispatched to protect these juniors!
Once they arrived at the summer camp, these two Battle Kings would stay to guard against enemy attacks.
As for how much hidden strength was protecting them, no one knew.
If the Demonic Sect followers dared to make a move, their fate would be death!
In other words, the Demonic Sect followers would have to be prepared to die if they dared to attack the convoy!
Following the teacher's instructions, the two boarded one of the buses.
Twenty people were spread across five buses to avoid being wiped out in one go.
Once they got on, the bus doors closed and locked immediately, and they could even hear the sound of welding.
The doors were welded shut; no one could get off!
"Is this really necessary?"
Zhao Lin gradually realized that things were not that simple!
The doors were the weaker part of the vehicle, and welding them shut was a way to increase defense.
Many zombie movies had similar scenes.
The question was, was the environment Ye Bai and the others were in really that dangerous?
"Ye Bai, Zhao Lin, Liu Xueqi, everyone's here!"
A middle-aged man holding a list glanced at the three and said,
"We've received intel that the Third and Sixth Demonic Sects are planning to ambush the convoy, and they might have Battle King-level experts."
"Buckle up, we're about to depart."
After speaking, the middle-aged man didn't look at them again and walked forward.
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Zhao Lin whispered,
"Only a few people per bus, isn't that a waste?"
If it was just the three of them, a small car would have sufficed.
"This is no ordinary bus; you could call it the 'City Defense Vehicle · Latest Model,' an experimental version not yet in mass production."
A pleasant yet unfamiliar female voice answered Zhao Lin's question.
Only then did Zhao Lin notice a stranger sitting next to Liu Xueqi, wearing mechanic clothing, with a delicate appearance and a gentle smile, her dimples particularly charming.
"Let me introduce myself, I'm Zuo Lingxie.
You can call me Lingxie, a sophomore in the Mechanics Department at Imperial Capital University."
Zuo Lingxie looked at the two and nodded friendly.
"Ye Bai."
"Zhao Lin, nice to meet you, senior!"
After getting to know each other, Zuo Lingxie continued,
"This vehicle was designed by my teacher, and I'm responsible for the vehicle's tuning for this transport mission."
When talking about the vehicle, she naturally had a lot to say.
"The vehicle's shell can withstand attacks from a ninth-level Battle General, and with the protective array activated, it can withstand a full strike from a Battle King.
If the vehicle detects destructive damage, the random teleportation array under the seats will automatically activate, transporting passengers to a safe area as much as possible."
Hearing this, Ye Bai asked,
"Since such high-spec vehicles are deployed, it means the ambushing enemies are not weak.
So why not just use a teleportation array to take us there?"
Compared to vehicles, teleportation arrays were obviously a safer and more reliable choice.
Zuo Lingxie patiently explained,
"Teleportation arrays leave spatial traces, making it easy for others to track the summer camp's location.
This summer camp is not organized solely by South River City but gathers talents from twelve cities in the southeastern region, with a total of 31 high schools, including no less than ten S Rank Talents.
Therefore, the summer camp's location must be highly confidential, and the vehicle is just one part of the entire transport process."
"Thank you."
Ye Bai looked out the window again, finding that iron plates had descended to block the view.
[Perspective function is activating!]
[Youth Mode is on!]
[No inappropriate content!]
Ye Bai wanted to ask if there was a young adult mode, feeling it would suit him better.
The scenery outside reappeared in Ye Bai's view.
"In addition to its strong defense, the vehicle also has impressive offensive capabilities. With specific operators, it can easily handle attacks from Demonic Sect squads.
The best historical record: one vehicle, two operators, killed twelve Battle Generals, and over a thousand Warriors!"
As Ye Bai and the others listened to the senior's introduction, the bus slowly started moving.
"During land travel, the vehicle can reach speeds of up to 380 kilometers per hour, and in flight mode, it can perform short-range spatial jumps..."
Listening to these powerful features, Zhao Lin couldn't help but ask,
"Senior Lingxie, if the vehicle is so powerful... why don't we use it on the Abyssal Plane?"
"Little Zhao, you probably haven't been to the front lines. We have many mechanics helping to fortify the front lines, with weapons and equipment even more powerful than this!"
Zuo Lingxie continued without impatience,
"But cost is a big issue!"
"Mechanics' creations not only consume their own MP but also require special ores to operate.
The more powerful the machinery, the more precious the ores consumed!
The top-grade ores can currently only be mined on the Abyssal Plane, with rumors of a Mysterious Mine in the Eternal Tower.
Without high-quality ores, mechanical equipment can only exert limited power.
High-quality ores are too rare, so they must be used sparingly, only on critical parts."
When mentioning the "Mysterious Mine," Zuo Lingxie's eyes noticeably brightened,
"My biggest wish is to find the Mysterious Mine! That way, my senior brothers..."
Hearing this, Ye Bai couldn't help but glance at Zuo Lingxie.
Mysterious Mine?
I have two of those!
Did you see me bragging?
"From what Zuo Lingxie says, the Mysterious Mine is more valuable than I imagined?"
Ye Bai pretended to be interested in the topic and asked, "What kind of ores are considered high-quality?"
"In the Eternal Tower's grading, ores above B Rank are considered high-quality, Ye Bai."
Zuo Lingxie's attitude was excellent, carefully answering every question without treating them differently due to their lower talents.
After all, the "CCF" combination on this vehicle had already become known even before reaching the special training summer camp.
Unintentionally, the three had become famous!
"Thank you, senior."
Ye Bai resisted the urge to ask more, keeping these matters in mind, planning to ask Xue Meng at the Wolf's Den later.
If Ye Bai remembered correctly, the worst ores in the Mysterious Mine were B Rank?!
In other words, the 7,500,000 tons of ores Ye Bai had were far more valuable than he had anticipated!
As they chatted, the bus continued to accelerate, taking a road not shown on any map.
"Buzz—"
The vehicle suddenly shook, and Zuo Lingxie took out a tablet, her fingers tapping rapidly, displaying various data about the vehicle.
"Senior, what happened?"
"Nothing much, we were just hit by a rocket, causing minor damage to the shell. I've dispatched a team of nanobots for repairs.
Locking onto the enemy's position, deploying X-type drones, bombing the target..."
"Done!"
Zuo Lingxie put away the tablet, casually wiping out a squad of Demonic Sect followers.
She turned to look at the dumbfounded Zhao Lin,
"Where were we in our conversation?"
Zhao Lin:......
...
Nanjing Second High, Summer Camp Convoy.
Like Nanjing Third High, the summer camp students from Nanjing Second High were also escorted with the highest level of security.
Everything was in place to prevent any accidents.
These talented seeds were selected from high schools, and if the Demonic Sect followers wiped them out, it would be a huge scandal!
"Teacher Xiao, hurry up and get on the bus, we're about to leave!"
Not far from the bus convoy, a young black-haired teacher walked over leisurely, exceptionally calm.
"Coming, coming."
Teacher Xiao boarded the bus, and the door was welded shut from the outside, with someone briefing him on the situation.
"The Third and Sixth Demonic Sects are planning an ambush?"
Looking at the intelligence in his hand, Teacher Xiao gritted his teeth and said angrily,
"These Demonic Sect followers deserve to die!"
"They should have their souls torn apart and purified, and their bodies ground to dust, leaving no trace!
It would be best if their sons, who also joined the Demonic Sect, were struck by lightning in front of them."
Even after saying this, Teacher Xiao wasn't satisfied and added,
"Those who join the Demon God are all scum!"
When he said this, Teacher Xiao seemed to speak from personal experience, as if he had felt it himself.
Anyone could hear the immense hatred Teacher Xiao had for the Demonic Sect followers from his words!
"Old Xiao, that's a bit extreme, there are students here."
A colleague lowered his voice and then added,
"But I think you're right, those Demonic Sect followers deserve to die!"
The colleague knew well.
Just a few days ago, there was terrible news.
Teacher Xiao's parents were ambushed and killed by Demonic Sect followers while returning from the Abyssal Plane.
This blood feud was enough to drive anyone mad.
Xiao Xiaole's hatred for the Demonic Sect followers was understandable, and his shocking words were seen as a way to vent.
Teacher Xiao nodded in agreement,
"After this special training summer camp, I'm planning to resign and apply to go to the Abyssal Plane to fight!"
"Old Xiao, didn't you see the special training content?"
The colleague asked in surprise,
"Starting from the second week, there's already a plan for battles on the Abyssal Plane. If you want to lead a team, I can sign you up?"
"Really? Sign me up!"
Teacher Xiao's words were filled with uncontrollable excitement,
"I can't wait to head to the Abyssal Plane!"
In an unnoticed corner,
Xiao Xiaole's lips curled into a satisfied smile.
Lady Luck hadn't let him down!
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