In the chaotic region, smoke filled the air. The light and shadow of mechas and the sparks of explosions intertwined into a dazzling, chaotic scene, as if the entire world was shaking in the roar and scream. Ling Ruoxi, piloting the newly upgraded Foundation Establishment-level mecha "Sky Sword Armor," slowly followed Shadow Killer and Zero. This was her first time entering this rumored and most dangerous battlefield. The surrounding spiritual energy was so intense that even the mechas seemed restless, as if ready to draw their swords at any moment.
Shadow Killer boasted to Zero with a proud look on his face: "Boss, this is my cousin Ling Ruoxi, who has just been promoted to the Foundation Establishment stage! She is a genius in our family. Bring her to the Chaos Region to broaden her horizons. How exciting and spectacular, isn't it!" As he spoke, he excitedly controlled the mecha to spin in place and almost bumped into Zero.
Ling Ruoxi carefully controlled the mech, her eyes nervously scanning the battlefield. Not far away, she saw several Jindan-class mechs engaged in a fierce exchange of fire. The shockwaves from their light cannons ripped the surrounding terrain into tatters. She took a deep breath, suppressed her nervousness, and nodded slightly. "Cousin, you used to tell me how passionate this place was, and I thought you were exaggerating. I didn't expect it to be so…" She paused, "…so chaotic."
Suddenly, her eyes fell on Zero, and familiar memories suddenly flooded her mind. Ling Ruoxi's eyes changed, and she shouted almost reflexively: "It's you!"
Shadow Killer was stunned, and the action in the cockpit froze for a moment. He turned the mech's helmet and asked in a gossipy tone, "What? Boss, you and Xiaoxi know each other? When did it happen?"
Ling Ruoxi gritted her teeth, her tone full of accusations: "Of course I know him! When we were in the Bronze District, he killed me instantly with one sword! It wasn't just an ordinary defeat, he was killed instantly! And I sent hundreds of challenge letters, but he didn't reply to any of them!" She became more and more angry as she spoke, and even swung the arm of the Sky Sword Armor a few times, as if she wanted to punch Zero's mecha.
Shadow Killer stared at Zero in amazement, saying in disbelief, "Boss, you actually didn't reply to a girl's challenge? That's not right! Even though we're just developing in a shabby way, we can't be so rude, right?"
Xiang Fan in the Zero cockpit scratched his head, his face filled with confusion. "Letter of challenge? Sky Sword Armor? Ranking? I don't quite remember..." He scratched his head, pretending to recall it seriously, then waved his hand. "Anyway, a bunch of messages popped up every day back then. Who knew which one you were?"
Ling Ruoxi stamped her feet in anger: "How can you be so cold and indifferent! You don't even apologize!"
Xiang Fan turned around while manipulating the mech. Too lazy to continue the conversation, he addressed the Shadow Killer and Black Tortoise Guardian, "Alright, alright, let's not dwell on these trivial matters. The post says some strange AI mech monsters have just spawned here. Let's go kill them quickly. Maybe we can get some high-level materials."
Shadow Killer immediately became excited: "Okay, okay, boss, don't steal my output this time, let me perform!"
The Xuanwu guard followed reluctantly, muttering "I have to take the blame again".
Ling Ruoxi's eyes widened, unable to believe this was the legendary "Zero." She gritted her teeth in anger, controlling the Sky Sword Armor to chase after him: "Hey! Zero, don't think you can just play dumb and get away with this! Today I'm going to challenge you to a duel!"
Seeing Ling Ruoxi gritting her teeth in anger, Shadow Killer quickly interrupted to smooth things over, "Xiao Xi, don't take it personally. The boss's train of thought has always been peculiar. He even got my birthday wrong for five years in a row. How can you expect him to remember a challenge letter? This guy doesn't even deserve to have friends!"
Ling Ruoxi barely suppressed her anger, quietly stepped back with the Sky Sword Armor, and snorted coldly: "Okay, if he pretends to be confused, then I will make sure that he will never forget my name, Ling Ruoxi." She controlled the mecha and secretly made up her mind that she must show her strength this time and let Zero see how powerful she is.
As the team advanced into the chaotic area, the thick fog shrouded the atmosphere, creating a sudden surge of tension. The terrain was shattered, with broken psychic weapons and shattered mecha wreckage scattered across the ground, like the unfinished story of a previous battle. Even more terrifying was the row of pitch-black Jindan-class AI mechas, neatly positioned in the center of the battlefield. Their cold metal surfaces reflected a chilling glimmer, like the grim reaper awaiting his prey.
Shadow Killer stared at the mechas, gasping in amazement. "Tsk, this display, this design, it feels like someone whipped it up on a whim. So many Jindan-class mechas? Are we really going to go in?" Ling Ruoxi's data screen flashed with alarms. She spoke anxiously, "These guys' stats are too high... Their coordinated combat capabilities are so strong, can we handle them?"
Zero's Zero-Point Mech crouched in the distance, observing calmly. He said calmly, "What else can we do? We can't come all this way for nothing. After we finish the fight, we can call it a day and eat." His tone was filled with a kind of casualness that left one speechless.
Then, Zero quickly formulated a plan: "Xuanwu, be responsible for attracting one over. Shadow Killer, you harass the targets from a distance and stabilize the other targets to prevent them from rushing over. Ling Ruoxi—you stay behind to keep watch." Ling Ruoxi's mouth twitched with anger, and her tone was full of dissatisfaction: "I'm just keeping watch? This is an insult to my ability." Shadow Killer chuckled: "Xiaoxi, don't get excited. The boss is giving you a safe position. These AIs are not ordinary NPCs. Let's take it easy. You are responsible for the handsome vigilance."
The Xuanwu Guard patted the mecha's chest and vowed, "Just watch! My Xuanwu Armor's impressive maneuvers will make my opponent question their lives!"
Then, the Black Tortoise took heavy steps, gradually approaching the AI mecha array. Suddenly, it leaped into the air, swinging its massive metal rear end in mid-air, and began a "hip-shaking dance" with a flirtatious swagger, like a king of dance. Each movement was accompanied by a mechanical click, and its tail, flashing with psychic energy, drew an unsettling trajectory through the air.
Ling Ruoxi was stunned, her tone incredulous: "You... this is how you attract monsters?"
The Shadow Killer's voice was shaking with laughter: "What a sexy dance move! Xuanwu, doesn't that butt of yours make people laugh? Don't throw yourself apart!" The Xuanwu guard danced vigorously and said proudly: "Don't underestimate me, this is art! Xiaoxi, watch out, my skills are all top-notch, don't get stye soon!"
Ling Ruoxi held her forehead and sighed: "I actually teamed up with such a group of guys. Is this an opportunity or a punishment from heaven?" She watched helplessly as several Jindan mechas were finally attracted by the Xuanwu. As expected, one of them broke away from the queue and rushed straight towards the Xuanwu mecha.
The Shadow Killer's mech quickly switched to a talisman cannon, accurately striking the hulls of the other two Jindan mechs from a distance, constantly channeling their aggro and keeping them firmly in place. At the same time, he expertly activated his optical stealth ability, disengaging from the battlefield and returning to his ambush point.
Zero calmly stayed at the mouth of the canyon, observing the entire battlefield and giving clear and concise instructions: "Xuanwu, lead the target to the ambush point. Shadow Killer, prepare for a sneak attack."
Ling Ruoxi watched all this with mixed feelings. Her mech stood at the rear of the group, watching the Black Tortoise Guards being chased back repeatedly while the Shadow Killer slithered between the AI mechs like a slippery loach. She gritted her teeth and thought, "What kind of monsters are these guys?"
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