Choosing a legion is tantamount to choosing your future; it's no small matter.
Wei Huan promised Mu Zhong that he would consider it, but he never thought he would have to make a choice now.
No one dared to disturb him, leaving him space to think alone, while everyone else got busy.
Last night's battle was fierce and needs to be recorded in detail.
The base is short-staffed and must be reassigned immediately.
Zhao Youming sorted through Lao Hang's belongings, Captain Wang went to help, and Liu Xiaotian stayed by Mu Zhong's side, making breakfast.
Wei Huan wasn't just spacing out.
Sitting still doesn't help you think. He has a habit of moving around when he's thinking, as if the blood and energy in his body are circulating rapidly, which makes his mind clearer.
He found an open space in the backyard and began practicing real combat skills.
Captain Wang was sorting through the remains on the second floor when he passed by the window and saw Wei Huan fighting fiercely below.
At first glance, it was clear that this was a genuine combat technique; he practiced it countless times every day in the Temple of Professions.
This combat skill falls under the category of physical fitness training and is being promoted nationwide. However, because it requires a high level of physical fitness, it is currently only being practiced in major universities and military regions.
Practice is one thing, but a true fighter can tell at a glance what a mere boxer's fancy moves are.
The training in the professional temple involves a rigorous daily exercise routine. It may feel awkward at first, but once muscle memory is formed, you will discover how powerful each punch and kick can be.
It's as if all the power in the body has been mobilized and concentrated on that one point, unleashing a terrifying burst of force.
So at first glance, Captain Wang didn't seem to care, but after looking at him a few more times, his expression gradually became serious.
The person before me, every move he made was honed through countless trials, making him seem like a truly qualified soldier.
Of course, Captain Wang had no idea that Wei Huan was indeed a true soldier, and a true soldier who had remained at this level for a full five years.
What he saw was Wei Huan's perfect standard, a state that was already flawless and should have been broken through long ago.
"Wei Huan." After Wei Huan finished his combo, Captain Wang jumped out of the window and asked him, "I have elite soldier combat techniques, do you want them?"
Wei Huan was sweating profusely. He stared at Captain Wang for two seconds, then nodded. He wanted it.
By the time he returned, the "King of Soldiers' Combat Skills" were no longer a secret. At that time, there were already [Sixth-Tier Martial Kings], and the highest combat skill was naturally the "Martial King's Combat Skills".
However, the "King of Soldiers' Combat Skills" are still not combat skills that ordinary soldiers can access.
This set of combat techniques is said to have even greater destructive power, and has even touched upon the use of "qi," like a special ability, killing people from a distance.
All countries have regulated "military skills," which are no longer exercises for physical fitness, but weapons that can kill.
Now, the combat skills he had been seeking but could not obtain were being delivered to him.
Wei Huan, who was single-mindedly pursuing power, had no reason to refuse.
Captain Wang saw Wei Huan nod and looked very happy; a smile appeared on his honest and kind face.
He took out his phone and approached Wei Huan: "Let's add each other as friends. I have a set of training videos here. After you watch them, I'll give you some pointers. I can also help you apply for a training room later; it'll have as much content as possible there."
"Practicing in the Simulator Farmer's Temple a couple of times is more effective than practicing outside for a month or two. Okay, I'll apply now. You might as well skip the videos and just go practice in the simulator."
Wei Huan knew that the "simulation training room" was the core training ground of each legion, accessible only to special challengers such as special operations teams and the Dragon Group.
Wei Huan believed that with his abilities, entering such a training ground in this lifetime would not be difficult.
But it feels different when someone like Captain Wang is so proactive and eager, practically offering him the best things.
Captain Wang submitted the application, but after waiting for only ten seconds without any response, he hurriedly made a phone call.
The process of entering the simulation room for training was completed in less than a minute.
"It's fine." He smiled proudly, then realized his mistake. "I didn't mean anything by it. I didn't mean you had to come to our military region. Although I'm really looking forward to it, I just... well, don't misunderstand. I welcome you, I'm not forcing you."
Afraid that he wouldn't accept it, afraid that he wouldn't like it, I hurriedly applied for the application, and I was also afraid that he would misunderstand.
In my memory, the powerful and seemingly unapproachable King of Soldiers suddenly became vivid and interesting.
Captain Wang, who wasn't sure if he had done the right thing, was not a good talker to begin with, and finally left with a red face and scratching his head.
Wei Huan went back to the car, took a shower, and then went around to the front yard.
Captain Wang Juan arrived with her team. A group of people gathered around the table, talking quietly in a low voice. No one touched the breakfast on the table; they were clearly waiting for her.
Mu Zhong nodded to Wei Huan, gesturing for him to come closer, and then introduced Wang Juan, saying, "Captain Wang Juan, she's been temporarily transferred from the intermediate-level garrison to fill the personnel vacancies here. I heard you've met before?"
"I've seen her before." Wei Huan looked at Wang Juan's weathered face; she wasn't unattractive, in fact, she was quite beautiful.
Captain Wang Juan looked at him with even more enthusiasm than last time.
Only when she realized that her gaze had been somewhat offensive did she stand up and salute Wei Huan again, saying, "Thank you."
She said, "Ten minutes ago, all the online challengers received a notification congratulating us on acquiring the first Tier 5 car."
With the Tier 5 vehicles, those Tier 5 dark beasts no longer dared to roam freely, and the situation was once again brought under complete control. This timely turn of events is all thanks to you, and Captain Mu's selfless dedication.
I know I'm not qualified, but I still want to say thank you for your contributions to all of humanity.
Wei Huan and Mu Zhong exchanged a glance. For the first time, smiles appeared on the faces of the two who were deeply saddened by the defeat in the battle last night and the sacrifice of more than 1,000 challengers.
"This is what we should do," Mu Zhong said. "If we're only one step away, and we have the capability, why not do it?"
"Yes, this should be what all of us here think. If we can do it, why not do it?" Wang Juan looked deeply at Mu Zhong. "But it's just that none of us can do it. And not every strong person can be selfless."
"Those guys from abroad?" Liu Xiaotian curled his lip and continued, "If they hadn't suddenly changed their minds, we could have obtained the Tier 5 vehicles much faster, and yesterday's battle wouldn't have happened."
3212 people! Those worthless bastards should be made to pay with human lives too!!
There are about ten people here, all holding high positions.
The information gap is large, and some people don't even know that the Great Xia once joined forces with foreign countries to try a pioneering expedition that should have been a sure thing.
However, some people know that the reason the foreign side changed their minds was because Wei Huan and Mu Zhong took the Platinum Treasure Chest, and they were trying to coerce them into sharing resources in this way.
What kind of time is this, that the human race is still fighting amongst themselves?
In particular, the fifth-tier Dark Beast Lord's attack on the Northeast Legion was almost fatal!
Captain Wang comforted Liu Xiaotian, whose eyes were red with tears: "As long as there is the first Class 5 vehicle, there will be a second one soon."
Commander Dong's Class V vehicle is currently in our Northeast region, about to help us clear the wilderness of the beast herds; this is practically a done deal.
The Dragon Group is going crazy with pent-up frustration. They'll definitely go to the random battlefield to wreak havoc and get revenge. With Tier 5 vehicles, we'll slaughter the entire region and earn the "Dark Beast Slayer" achievement. [Come see the latest chapters/complete chapters]
Liu Xiaotian was filled with excitement: "At this moment, I wish I were a member of the Dragon Group too, and I would want to go and kill as well."
"You must follow orders."
"I know, I know." Liu Xiaotian paused in his head-scratching motion when he saw Wei Huan. "Is your car about to be upgraded? How about I join your team in the Tier 3 car? Let's go on a random challenge and go on a killing spree together!"
Captain Wang couldn't stand it anymore. He covered the man's mouth and said, "What are you thinking? You're my teammate! You're jumping ship right in front of me! I'm not dead yet!!"
With Liu Xiaotian, this "live wire," around, the atmosphere became even better.
Only then did everyone have an appetite to eat breakfast.
Before we had even finished breakfast, a helicopter flew over.
The helipad is in the courtyard, about 300 meters away from the dining room.
After the helicopter landed, the propellers slowly came to a stop. In the distance, one could see figures inside the car, but no one could be seen getting off.
Zhao Youming and his black-backed dog jogged over to the helicopter, and when they saw the people inside, they saluted.
He looked over here, but didn't say anything.
A little while later, Mu Zhong's phone rang.
Mu Zhong glanced at his phone, then looked in the direction of the helicopter, and said with great certainty, "Commander Mu is here."
Wei Huan seemed to be deep in thought. What did it mean that they didn't get off the plane after arriving?
Is this a show of force?
When the call connected, he heard Commander Mu, whom he thought was about to give him a hard time, ask his son, "Mu Zhong, do you think it's appropriate for me to see him now?"
Mu Zhong glanced at Wei Huan, then stepped out of the crowd a few paces: "What brings you here?"
Commander Mu said, "I heard Wei Huan was wavering, so I couldn't stay any longer and came over."
"Have you finished dealing with that big thing that happened last night?"
Commander Mu sighed, "Yes, I have to attend a funeral later. Fine, if you don't think it's appropriate, I'll go back now."
Mu Zhong turned to look at Wei Huan.
His phone was loud, and he knew Wei Huan could hear it.
Everyone else heard it too, but they all looked up at the sky or elsewhere, pretending not to know.
Liu Xiaotian scratched his head and looked as anxious as a monkey, stealing glances at Wei Huan again and again.
But no one tried to persuade him otherwise.
Wei Huan once again felt the expectations and tolerance that the Northeast Army, from top to bottom, had for him.
They hope
His choice was entirely voluntary; he could have chosen someone else entirely. Such a genius would shine wherever he goes, and he would surely bring blessings to the Northeast Army as well.
After all, Mu Zhong was on the train, and their outstanding achievements were also a source of pride for the Northeast Army.
Wei Huan didn't say anything, but walked towards Commander Mu.
As he walked out of the crowd, the people in the helicopter hurriedly pushed open the door and got out.
This was a very handsome and upright middle-aged man. He lacked Commander Dong's sorrow and Captain Fang William's masculine integrity. He looked like a high-ranking official who was used to a life of luxury.
It was only then that Wei Huan realized that he had a deep-seated prejudice against this kind of appearance.
The stereotype is that such clean-cut, smiling high-ranking officials must be two-faced, scheming, selfish, and arrogant.
Wei Huan never had a good impression of Commander Mu.
Firstly, in his previous life, Commander Mu and the entire Northeast Military Region were a major drag on the front line, and they needed assistance from all sides from time to time.
Humanity was ultimately defeated, and although the main problem did not lie with the Northeast Army, they cannot escape responsibility.
The Dark Beasts are clever too; they'll seize your weak points and beat you mercilessly.
In addition, due to the underdeveloped state of countries like Osham, every time they explored for seventh-tier materials, they were harassed by dark beasts. Eventually, from small countries to large countries, the land of Blue Star disappeared piece by piece until only the land of Great Xia remained on the entire planet.
At that time, the Dark Beast King had already reached the seventh rank, was very strong, and used a trick, a feint attack, to trick the Great Xia into transferring all its troops to the Northeast Army, while he launched a full-scale attack and wiped out the Northwest Army.
With that, Great Xia had no chance to retaliate, and humanity was defeated.
Wei Huan always believed that if the Northeast Army hadn't been incompetent, humanity wouldn't have perished.
In addition, there was the closeness that Mu Dehao showed to Wei Jinhong upon their first meeting.
He held Wei Jinhong's hand, bent down and said, "I'm entrusting my son Mu Zhong to your care, Wei Huan."
Wei Jinhong was so proud of himself that his nose could practically touch the sky; he was completely inflated with arrogance.
He said to Wei Huan, "Look at Commander Mu of the Northeast Army. What kind of person is he? He's a big shot you can't even get close to in your whole life. And you still want to sever ties with me? Without me, would you know such a person, or even marry his son? What's wrong with men? You don't sleep with him. Just keep him in the car as a mascot. Power and status in this life are within your grasp."
But after meeting him again today, my impression of Commander Mu has changed a little.
It was probably related to the hope in his eyes, and also to the bandage wrapped around his head.
Last night's battle saw Commander Hong Gang go to the front lines, where he was seriously wounded and remains unconscious. This incident has even become a turning point in the decline of the Northeast Army.
Commander Mu also went to the battlefield, standing at the forefront. One after another, the soldiers he had carefully trained sacrificed themselves before his eyes. He was also wounded and had to attend the funeral later.
These high-ranking officials and generals did not hide in the background; they were also on the battlefield and went to the front lines.
They didn't have Commander Dong's imposing back or inspiring aura, but they always stood with their soldiers.
In this kind of world, it's not easy for anyone to live.
The challengers' wealth and glory are earned through risking their lives.
High-ranking officials and generals also rely on battles, treading on the flesh and blood of dark beasts, forging ahead all the way.
Wei Huan shook hands with Commander Mu.
It's warm, and my palms are sweaty; I seem very nervous.
"Wei Huan, cough!" Commander Mu cleared his throat and patted Wei Huan's arm lightly. "You gave the Star Beast Hide to Commander Dong just in time yesterday. If it weren't for the notification from our level 5 vehicles resounding throughout the field, the Dark Beast Lord's second wave of attack would have already begun."
The combat power of Tier 5 vehicles is truly worlds apart from that of Tier 4 vehicles. The tribes that used to trouble us are now being crushed, and we will soon be able to build a large number of Tier 5 teams.
In this matter, I must thank you.
"It's what I should do." Wei Huan lowered his eyes, thought for a moment, and said, "May I attend the funeral?"
"Sure, of course."
...
In the western suburbs of Beijing, there is a large area of imperial tombs, and the nearby open spaces are all recognized as auspicious sites according to feng shui principles.
After the Northeast Challenge Army was established, it tore down the walls that had been used to enclose the land, creating open spaces that were then transformed into large martyrs' cemeteries.
The cemetery is nestled amidst natural mountains and forests, stretching for several miles. Rolling hills rise and fall, with towering pines and cypresses. Shrubs line the roads, creating a verdant carpet.
The sun was shining brightly in the morning, casting a shimmering white light on the more than 800 tombstones, and I couldn't help but shed tears.
Commander Mu led more than 1,000 men to bid farewell to the three thousand martyrs.
Of them, only Lao Hang had ashes; the others all had empty cenotaphs containing only a set of clothes they wore in life.
The challenge forced a war between two planes, and in the end, not even corpses were left.
Twelve cannon salutes rang out in succession from the back of the mountain, booming as if they had blown a hole in the sky.
Rain and cries mingled as Commander Mu stood before the martyrs' monument, bowing deeply to pay tribute to the fallen heroes.
Wei Huan and Mu Zhong were in the crowd.
Wei Huan was wearing the same military uniform as Mu Zhong, but he did not have Mu Zhong's captain's epaulets or the badge embroidered with the Northeast Army.
He bowed deeply for a long time before straightening up again.
Wei Huan gazed at the darkened sky, wondering when these sorrowful days would end.
After completing the burial ceremony, Commander Mu did not linger.
Before leaving, he specifically sought out Mu Zhong and Wei Huan and said, "Commander Hong is unconscious, and the enemy is lurking on the battlefield. Commander Dong is also waiting for me to arrange for someone to attack the level 5 tanks, so I'll be leaving now."
Then, he looked at Wei Huan, reached out and grabbed Wei Huan's shoulder, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he forced a smile and said, "I'm entrusting Mu Zhong to your care."
Wei Huan nodded, but did not give Commander Mu the answer he wanted; he had not yet thought it through.
Commander Mu's eyes did dim slightly, but as always, he walked quickly and resolutely, without any intention of forcing Wei Huan.
Now that we've brought this up, we should give people space to think about it.
The Northeast Army really needed talented people to join them, and he also hoped that his son could be by his side.
Even so, he couldn't bring himself to repay kindness with enmity.
If Wei Huan hadn't figured things out and hadn't come willingly, they would have become enemies sooner or later.
He valued Wei Huan's talent and also extended his affection to Wei Huan's children. In short, the two children being alive and well was the most important thing.
Seeing that Commander Mu really did leave with his men in a flash,
Wei Huan was momentarily confused.
It seems I don't particularly want to go to the Southwest Army anymore.
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In my memory, the Southwest Army was always very strong, standing at the forefront, the strongest shield of the Great Xia, holding out until the very last moment before shattering and collapsing.
Whether he's there or not, it doesn't seem to make much of a difference.
On the contrary, the Northeast Army suddenly found itself unable to let go of the matter.
The thought of those future battles, and the news of the Northeast's defeats that would come from time to time, made him feel heartbroken.
However, this wavering was completely different from his initial thoughts. To avoid regretting it later, he thought he should calm down.
"Let's go back to the Challenge World," Wei Huan said. "I want to complete the Level 2 and Level 3 road challenges. After all, if we can't catch up with the main group, it's useless for us to decide where to go, and we can't participate in the big battlefield."
Mu nodded: "That works, but this time we need to find a safe place to enter the battlefield."
He thought for a moment and suggested, "We can go to my house, or we can find Liu Xiaotian and ask him to arrange a challenge room for us at the base. This time, I guarantee no one will bother us."
Wei Huan thought for a moment: "Is there a third option?"
"Yes." Mu Chong blinked and pointed to the ground. "Now, immediately, right now, enter on the spot. With the protection of the heroic spirits, let's see who's shameless enough to cause trouble here."
"Good idea."
Wei Huan took out his phone, and Mu Zhong, who also took out his phone, pressed the [Return Home] button at the same time.
...
"Ten...nine...eight..."
"three!"
"two!"
"one!"
As the countdown began, the sealed space stirred for the first time.
The gray mist swirled and rolled, and then, as if the world had been created, a beam of light flashed and instantly cleaved the entire world into heaven and earth.
Then the light came crashing down, so bright that people couldn't open their eyes.
Wei Huan closed his eyes for about five seconds, and when he opened them again, he found himself outside the gray fog space.
They have once again returned to the world of challenges that everyone fears.
This is a terrifying otherworld.
It is a dangerous paradise.
Only the brave, bearing blood-stained credentials, can gain the favor of the gods.
This is a road from which there is no turning back.
...
When they returned, they were in the same place they had left before.
That is, after the end of the forest highway.
On both sides of the smooth cement road, there are also dense forests, and the sky is just as blue as I remember.
The sunlight poured down, but it became much hotter and more dazzling.
"The sun has become scorching," Mu Zhong said.
"Um."
"The Level 2 Highway Challenge is a desert challenge, and it will get even hotter. We need to upgrade our air conditioning, tires, and engine power." Then, Mu Zhong rubbed the ceiling with his pen cap. "And this alloy upgrade, I've been curious about it for a long time."
Wei Huan was the same.
He opened the system and projected it onto the windshield, where he saw a series of notifications appear.
[Welcome back to Challenge World, Captain Wei Huan.]
Welcome back, Deputy Commander Mu Zhong.
Challenge the world.
[The Level 2 highway challenge is located in the "desert area" and lasts for 15 days. You will encounter extreme weather and environments such as high temperatures, water shortages, quicksand, sandstorms, and low temperatures. Please be prepared.]
[Attention Challengers in Zone 10086! Due to the emergence of a Level 2 professional in this zone, the national chat channel is now open.]
[Level 2 professionals can post one message per minute on the national channel.]
[Attention challengers in District 10086! Due to the emergence of a Level 2 professional in this district, the national combat power ranking is now open.]
[Attention challengers in Zone 10086! Due to the appearance of a Tier 2 vehicle (RV) in this zone, the national vehicle performance rankings are now open.]
[Attention challengers in District 10086! Due to the emergence of a Level 2 microcosm in this district, the national life rankings are now open.]
[Attention! The auction house is now open for the Level 2 Challenge Highway.]
Wei Huan and Mu Zhong both saw that many functional sections had appeared on the system homepage.
The chat room was constantly receiving new messages.
[Let's pay homage to the great Wei Huan!]
[Hehehe, they're all mine, Wei Huan's! All of them!!]
[Wei Huan, I love you!!]
...
However, now was not the time to focus on these rankings. Wei Huan quickly scanned all the information and went straight to the [Production] page.
On the creation page, a long row of "Create" buttons were lit up.
[Upgrade Engine (Level 3)]
[Upgraded shock absorption (Level 3)]
[Upgrade Tires (Level 3)]
...
In the previous round of opening treasure chests like a plow, Wei Huan obtained a large amount of resources and upgrade blueprints, including quite a few level 3 materials and blueprints.
Counting them down, wow, a total of eight production buttons were lit up.
The remaining components are the windshield, headlights, body shell, balcony, three external attack kits, and a complete vehicle upgrade blueprint that haven't been activated yet.
Although I opened five golden treasure chests, the materials were all too high-level to be used right now.
Furthermore, in the new environment, there will be some upgrade blueprints that are only applicable to desert areas, which must be obtained in the challenges.
This also means that Wei Huan still has to continue plowing the land.
Wei Huan tapped his fingers rapidly, pressing the keys quickly.
The progress bar popped up, and the upgrade time had increased to more than 10 minutes.
Wei Huan carefully examined the remaining unupgraded components.
Some are just one or two materials away from upgrading, while others are missing both blueprints and materials.
Level 3 materials can only be obtained from chests containing at least Black Iron, but more often they require opening Silver chests.
According to statistics, upgrading the racecourse increases the probability of encountering required treasure chests. In other words, silver treasure chests appear more frequently in level 2 road challenges than in beginner challenges.
However, challengers also face a greater risk of attacks from indigenous groups.
No problem. After watching the upgrade, Wei Huan slid the upgrade progress bar to the bottom.
[Bio-alloy fusion 88%]
This is exactly what he's been waiting for!