Special training
It's not that difficult... right?
Ruixia was the first to smile bitterly.
It needs to be able to fly and carry people, and to be on the safe side, it also needs to have a certain degree of aerial maneuverability... Although it is technically possible, it would take some careful consideration to achieve this with the outdated mechanical materials they have on hand.
Hearing that they still needed to actively avoid or counterattack in the air, Zhuiren didn't react much, just made a "tsk" sound as if she found it troublesome. However, Molina and Sorens both had expressions of despair, and it was obvious that they had already had a certain psychological expectation that Ximu would often inexplicably overestimate them.
However, Weixi, who had just joined, was still seriously considering the feasibility of this plan, and even began to discuss it seriously with Ximu.
"Quickly cross the battle lines through the air?... Ever since we humans defeated the extraterritorial demons a thousand years ago, aerial forces relying on special mounts or vehicles have gradually faded from history due to the enormous cost. Our Knights of the Kingdom of Lun'ite don't even have any relevant training courses. If we want to ensure mobility, wouldn't it be more practical to increase the speed of 'Floating' by drawing on more magic power?"
"We might be able to, but they can't."
"We" refers to Ximu himself, Zhuiren and Weixia, the powerful military units, and "they" are naturally the remaining three people, Ruixia, Molina and Sorens.
Combat awareness requires a lot of practical experience to implement and implement. People who cannot keep up with the reaction may not be able to make the correct response in time even if they perceive danger.
Moreover, the use of magic itself requires concentration. Morina is a priestess who needs to take into account the survival of everyone, and she has some ability to multitask. But if Sorens is asked to maintain defensive magic that can protect everyone while flying, it will be somewhat difficult for him.
Not to mention Ruixia.
He was a mechanic and not good at magic. The fact that he could use "levitation" without being attacked back was already a blessing from the gods... Let's put it this way, even if everyone could fly over there with magic, with all the clinking gear on him, he would still need a vehicle to transport himself over.
"The firepower in the Phantom Battlefield is intense. If we can't all get through at once, and someone falls behind or gets left alone, it will be very troublesome later."
What Ximu said was not without reason.
This charge must be fought quickly, after all, they don't know whether the attack range of those people will extend to the entrance of Guanyue Pavilion.
If this is true, they will have to spare some manpower to buy time for their partners who are responsible for opening the door. If there are casualties at this time, even if they just fall on the other side of the battlefield, whether to rescue them, how to rescue them, and who to send to rescue them will become a series of problems, which is really a headache.
"Too."
Although the pressure was on her side, Ruixia obviously agreed with Ximu's idea.
"With the Orchebots sharing the flight burden, we only need to protect ourselves from the enemy's long-range firepower... I'll set up the vehicle's flight mode and move at the same speed and in a specific formation. It shouldn't be a problem."
"Um."
Seeing Ruixia's support, Ximu couldn't help but curl his lips, very happy, and couldn't help but say: "To ensure that everything is foolproof, we can open the fortifications on the roof and do some tests in the air first - if we can pass safely under such an attack, there shouldn't be any problem."
Recalling the fear she had felt when she was dominated by those giant crossbows, Morina opened her mouth wide, pointed, and made a silent accusation with an exaggerated expression as if to say, "Are you sent by the devil?"
Now it was Sorens' turn to smile bitterly.
As someone who had crawled with them on the aerial bridge, he knew very well what Xi Mu meant by "experiment"... The thought that he might have to fly in mid-air while maintaining a defensive barrier that was strong enough to withstand that kind of impact made him feel that life was really difficult.
"We can't ignore what happens after the past."
Simply crossing the battlefield was not difficult for Zhuiren, so he did not comment on it. Instead, he was more concerned about the subsequent response.
"Even from the most optimistic perspective, we will have to face at least two groups of enemies after entering the Moon Viewing Tower, right?"
yes.
The tower has never been opened since then, and everyone present at the time, except Milliana who was sent out, should still be trapped inside.
They had come this far thanks to Dean Phises's secret guidance, and since both sides shared the same goal, they could be considered allies on the same side. But...
Considering his serious injuries and near-death state at the time, and the years of stalemate with Mia Rodes, his physical body would probably have been destroyed long ago, and he would be unable to take care of himself, so it would be difficult for him to spare any extra strength to help them.
Not to mention the ultimate culprit Mia Rhodes, just the killers from the same clan as Ximu are already very difficult to deal with.
Thinking of this, Ximu's expression became solemn.
These killers had the same blood as her and received the same training. Perhaps they even had the same ideas about how to deal with the enemy and their insidious killing moves... She definitely couldn't take them down quickly by herself.
"Come to the training camp."
The silver-haired girl made the final decision. Ruixia smiled helplessly, pulled out a blank piece of parchment from the side, and quickly began to list all the things to do next.
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As for the means of flight, whether it is to improve the existing mecha beasts or design another vehicle, Ruixia needs time, so Ximu took Zhui'en and Weixia to wander around the academy first, clearing out the remaining monsters while looking for open areas, and constantly practicing and fighting, so that they can quickly familiarize themselves with the fighting style of the Kelinlet family.
"Isn't it... when your family goes on a mission, there's no concept of 'preserving manpower'?"
Although Zhui Ning might be the one who had the most comprehensive understanding of Xi Mu's terrifying side, he couldn't help but complain out loud as he had to pay attention to the surrounding space vortex while dealing with the girl's elusive sneak attacks.
"Why should we preserve them? Consumables are meant to be consumed... We can just replace broken items. Completing the mission is the top priority."
Ximu's voice came from this side, but the knife light came from another direction. Zhuiren barely dodged it at an extreme angle and had no time to defend himself. Weixia on the side blocked the attack for him without any grudge.
"Although large organizations inevitably use their members as tools, your family's style is rather too cruel. After all, you are the eldest daughter of the family, and yet you don't even receive any preferential treatment?"
In response to Weixia's question, Ximu, who appeared briefly, disappeared again. Voices came from all directions, making it difficult to detect her true location.
"I've been treated preferentially. At least in ordinary missions, I'm always the last one left. But that's only because I'm a more advanced tool and must be used in more important situations, so I get some extra care."
He deliberately revealed some traces while moving, and Weixia discovered it in time and stabbed it with a gun, but the figure disappeared in an instant and she missed.
Ximu's real body had somehow circled around to the side of Zhui Ning from the back. He raised his knife to block the attack that was aimed at his neck, and then immediately used force to push the girl away to prevent her from taking the opportunity to kick his knee.
The flying girl used magic to build a fulcrum in the air, and with a strong kick, her body split into three in the air, all rushing towards Vicia's position!
The former Knight Commander chuckled and brandished his spear to fight back against the three men. He was able to hold his own for more than ten moves - but after all, two fists are no match for six hands. Gradually, he was overwhelmed by the intensive attacks. Then, Vicia cast a defensive magic, and three small shields suddenly appeared, spinning around her and blocking several of Ximu's attacks.
"This shield skill is interesting... Can it be used for teammates?" Xi Mu asked curiously.
"Yes, but it will disappear after it defends the object against a certain level of attack."
"Don't move yet, let me test the strength."
After all, it was just a sparring match. Upon hearing this, Wei Xiya really lowered her spear and stood there waiting quietly.
Several sharp slashes pierced the air from all angles, making a crackling sound as if they were hitting a real shield. The spinning shield's texture changed from solid to virtual, and under Xi Mu's continuous attack, it finally broke and disappeared.
The silver-haired girl withdrew her hand at the right time and praised: "It's quite powerful - if caught off guard, even if my family's ancestor attacks personally, I should be able to withstand one or two fatal injuries. If there are any areas that Sorens has not taken care of, it will be up to you."
For some reason, Weixia was silent for a moment, and after a long while she nodded slightly.
Although she understood the whole story and agreed to act with them, as the last person to join, and witnessed the princess she had served since childhood being killed in front of her eyes, Vicia, as a "local", seemed to have some distance between herself and them, and it was difficult for her to quickly get familiar with them like Shiori, who was also an "outsider".
Is it because you feel that the trust between each other has not yet reached the level where you can trust each other with confidence, so you are hesitant?
Or has she not yet truly made up her mind to destroy the mirror and put everything back on track?
After all... when this illusion that shrouds the academy and its surroundings is lifted, these "locals" who should have been dead long ago will most likely return to dust together and disappear from this world completely.
Logically speaking, it would be more normal for her to be unwilling to fight alongside them.
In the past, when Xi Mu realized this, he might have directly kicked this uncontrollable factor out of the team, preferring to lose a combat member rather than leave hidden dangers for himself.
But... I'd better wait until I get back and discuss this matter with Ruixia alone.
She is not as good as him in interpersonal communication, and his advice may help to calm down the awkwardness and helplessness in Weixia's heart.
Or, let Morina take over?
Her outgoing personality made it easy to strike up a conversation with anyone, especially one of the locals. Didn't Sorens get along well with her? Maybe it would work...
Although he had started to think about all these things, Ximu's face did not show any of them. He even drew his blade once again and charged towards his two companions with bitter expressions without hesitation.
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