When Chu Yao heard the word "array plate", his body trembled.

"Isn't it some kind of killing array that could drag me into it?"

No one in the world understood the power of Senior Sister's formation better than Chu Yao. If anyone did, they would be the victim of the formation.

"What's with that expression on your face? When has my formation ever harmed you?" Bai Yuejian showed a look of disgust.

"Forget it, I won't keep you in suspense. It's a teleportation array. It will probably take three days to complete." She smoothed her hair. "I copied it from the array in the Yuxuan Secret Realm. You can use it directly by injecting spiritual power into it."

"Sounds good?" Chu Yao breathed a sigh of relief. This time, it wasn't some outrageous killing formation. "Then I'll wait for three more days."

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Chu Yao worked hard to fill the ghost-binding bag and refine the magic weapon, and three days passed in the blink of an eye.

Three days later in the morning, Bai Yuejian came to Chu Yao with the finished stone formation plate.

"Time is too tight, so let's just consider it completed. It can be used barely." She stuffed the formation plate into Chu Yao's hand.

"Explain yourself clearly...what do you mean by 'barely usable'?" Chu Yao's eyes widened.

"I originally wanted to try to see if I could achieve point-to-point teleportation like in the secret realm... but it seems not to work. It might be a problem with the materials."

"So it's supposed to be a pair?" Chu Yao took the formation plate and examined it carefully.

"Yes. But don't worry, it will definitely be enough for you. The upper limit of teleportation is five people at a time, which is enough to teleport you thousands of miles away. It can be used at least three times."

"Thousands of miles away..." Chu Yao's mouth twitched. "Random?"

The senior sister paused and said, "You can set the approximate direction. Yes, that should be possible."

"What do you mean it should be possible? Hey, Senior Sister, can you be more reliable?"

"Don't worry about the details. In short, try not to use it unless you encounter an emergency."

"If I really encounter an emergency, I would rather fly away directly." Although Chu Yao kept complaining, he still put the formation plate into the storage bag.

The two said goodbye in the cave. Chu Yao met up with Xiao Ran at the base and got on a special car that had been prepared in advance and headed towards the city.

After passing through the new capital and undergoing a period of strict inspection, they entered the territory of the Unjust City.

This was Chu Yao's first time to come to the Steel Dome. He had only watched it from afar before, but today he finally had the opportunity to see its full picture.

This city, which inherited the name of Steel Dome Prime, also inherited their style: rough, exaggerated, and undecorated. A strong atmosphere of heavy industry can be felt in every corner of the block. The metal buildings are piled together in a chaotic yet orderly manner, and from a distance they look like giant steel trees.

Across the endless steel forest, an exaggerated building shaped like a warhammer stands out. It is the center of Injustice City and the headquarters of Steel Dome on Lingyuan Star.

Cars travel through the streets, passing countless busy shops, and pedestrians come and go.

Compared with the declining Xindu, the people here did not seem to be affected too much by insect plagues and wars.

Chu Yao and the others did not stay in Unjust City for too long. After a quick glance, they continued to rush towards Haixin Port.

The familiar smell of the sea drifted in through the car window, and Chu Yao's spirits lifted. She had already seen a hint of blue on the horizon.

Today, Sunset Bay no longer exists, and Haixin Port is the only port on the Third Continent that has reopened.

Chu Yao and Xiao Ran got out of the car. She stood on the breakwater at the pier, looking at the white clouds and the shimmering waves, and took a deep breath.

I've been in the desert for so long that I almost forgot the color of the sea.

Chu Yao felt that the cool sea breeze was healing her dry heart.

The fishing boat under the Maowei flag had been waiting on the shore for a long time. The two men quickly boarded the boat and headed towards the distant sea with the melodious sound of the whistle.

We didn't bring many people on this trip, only fourteen in total including the two of them.

The two stood side by side on the deck, holding the railing and looking out to sea.

"It still feels too slow. Why don't you just fly me there?"

"Okay, as long as you're not afraid of being shot down by Steel Dome's anti-aircraft missiles." Chu Yao was joking with Gong Xiaoran, and she was in a good mood.

"Alas, I haven't seen Qiu'er for so long. I don't know how she's doing or how tall she is now..."

"Xiaoran, what I just said to you in the car..." The smile on Chu Yao's face gradually faded.

"I understand." Xiaoran kept looking out and spoke softly, as if talking to himself, "No matter what, I'm going."

"Yes. But there's one more thing I need to emphasize. We're going to rescue your daughter. That's all."

"?" Gong Xiaoran turned her head with confusion in her eyes. She didn't understand what Chu Yao meant.

"Of course I know that, what's wrong?"

"The Blood Alliance has done a very good job of keeping secrets. We haven't received any valuable intelligence from Xiaohuo...so anything could happen. Don't do anything that will complicate matters."

"What do you mean by that?" Gong Xiaoran said angrily, "We've been together for so long, and you still don't trust me?"

"I don't mean anything else, I just want to remind you." Chu Yao also felt that what he said seemed a bit too straightforward, but the words had been spoken and it was difficult to take them back.

"Thank you Mr. Chu for your reminder. I have my own judgment." Gong Xiaoran replied stiffly and turned to walk into the cabin.

Chu Yao pursed her lips. It was because they had been together for too long...

But the bickering between them was no big deal, and when it was time to eat, they chatted as usual.

They are not teenagers.

The dinner was very sumptuous. It included not only various rare seafood in the wasteland, but also some specialties from the City of Injustice. Chu Yao and the crew enjoyed the meal very much.

"Is this thing called a hamburger?" Chu Yao looked at the food in her hand. "Isn't it just two big pancakes with meat and vegetables in between?"

"Sister Chu, you're right! Hahaha!" The burly first mate laughed boldly. "These are all the things those people from Steel Dome brought from their hometown. If you ask me, they're not as good as the sesame cakes from Tianhai!"

Several crew members are native Tianhai City people. They used to be subordinates of the Fish Head Gang, but now they are all employees of the Maowei Company.

Maowei Company is flourishing, and their income and status are also rising. They admire the legendary "President Chu" with all their heart.

"This creamed oyster is pretty good. You guys are pretty good at cooking, right? Would you consider changing careers?"

"Sister Chu, you're flattering me. We roughnecks don't know how to cook. It's all thanks to the chef on the ship." The first mate put down his water glass and said, "I can't change my career! I've been at sea all my life, and all my skills are on the ship."

Chu Yao smiled and was about to continue the topic when her eyes suddenly fixed.

Gong Xiaoran noticed her expression and swept his spiritual sense outward along the hull.

Outside the restaurant, a sailor ran over in a panic:

"Captain, something seems to be following us underwater!"