Card maker? No, I'm a mechanic!

"I know a place that is most likely the true core area of ​​this site."

"Moreover... I have special sensing methods, so I will never go astray."

"The real core?"

The red light in the Licker's eyes flickered, clearly indicating that it had developed a considerable interest in the suggestion.

"Can."

After a brief silence, the smoky voice rang out again.

"You lead the way, and I'll have my underlings help you."

"make a deal!"

Li Kai nodded, though he was a little disappointed that he wouldn't be able to meet the person in question.

But he also knew that, given their current situation, they had absolutely no bargaining power.

Moreover, in his view, Jiang Zhe's true mystery lies precisely in his technology.

That's a level several times higher than Zhang Yuan's.

……

On the other side...

At this moment, Jiang Zhe slowly opened his eyes, temporarily severing his visual connection with his younger brother.

"call……"

He rubbed his throbbing temples, but his gaze involuntarily drifted to the cleared ground not far away.

Leia was holding up a huge metal plate that she had taken from somewhere.

Hold it up like a dumbbell, making a whooshing sound.

The metal plate was very thick and heavy, weighing at least several hundred kilograms.

But at this moment, it felt as light as a feather in her hands.

Sweat dripped down her wheat-colored skin, outlining her powerful muscle lines.

"664...665...666..."

"Bang!"

With a loud bang, the metal plate was casually tossed aside, shaking the ground three times.

Leia wiped away her sweat and kicked the iron block next to her with a thud, like kicking a soccer ball.

"Ugh... how boring..."

After all, there isn't a single living creature in this place.

Even Jiang Zhe, the only one they could communicate with, kept his eyes closed all day long, making it impossible to tell whether he was sleeping or working.

Thinking about it, she couldn't help but turn her head, only to meet Jiang Zhe's somewhat amused gaze.

"What? You're awake again?"

Leia glared at him, her eyes full of resentment.

"How can you sleep so much? You never practice with me..."

"You know I'm practically growing hair!"

She has made quite a few gains these past two days, and even found some rare items with Jiang Zhe's guidance.

However, the combat mainly relied on ambushes and group fights, giving her no chance to enjoy the thrill of combat.

With nowhere to vent her boundless energy, she felt incredibly stifled and just wanted to find a jerk to beat up.

"Don't worry, the job is coming soon, isn't it?"

Jiang Zhe stood up, dusted himself off, and a smile appeared on his lips.

"We just received news from number four that someone wants to collaborate."

"And he seems to know where the core is."

"What?!"

Leia's eyes lit up instantly, and she darted in front of Jiang Zhe in a flash.

"Then what are we waiting for? Let's get going!"

As she spoke, she began to crack her wrists, producing a series of crisp snapping sounds.

"Perfect timing. I've almost gotten what Li Mo and the teacher wanted. It's time to stretch my muscles."

"OK."

Jiang Zhe pointed to the two mechanical dogs behind him.

"Take Number Two and Number Three to meet up with them. I will provide covert support."

"Remember not to run too fast, or you'll lose yourself again."

"Pshaw, my sense of direction is perfect!"

Leia raised her chin, and although she was stubborn, she still obediently followed behind the two mechanical dogs.

After all, this place was like a maze, and she was genuinely a little scared.

"Just you wait, you promised you'd fight me when we get out!"

Before Jiang Zhe could react, he finished speaking.

She then excitedly led the two mechanical dogs into a tunnel.

……

Let's turn our attention back to Zhang Yuan.

At this moment, he was holding a simple detection device and circling around the Licker who was leading the way with a fanatical expression.

"This is amazing...it's practically a work of art!"

"How can they maintain such high mobility while remaining stealthy? How is that even possible?"

He muttered to himself and even tried to reach his hand towards the licker's buttocks.

"Gurgle..."

The next moment, the Licker let out a low growl, and its barbed tongue shot out, smashing a rock on the ground.

Zhang Yuan was so startled by the sudden attack that he fell to the ground with a thud, his expression changing drastically.

"Don't move," Li Kai said coldly, leaning against the wall.

"This is something from the ruins. If Jiang Zhe doesn't control it properly, you're dead."

"I was just looking around..." Zhang Yuan reluctantly withdrew his hand, but his eyes still couldn't help glancing in that direction.

How exactly does Jiang Zhe control a puppet of this level?

While the two were lost in thought...

"boom!"

Suddenly, a huge metal plate next to him was kicked away with tremendous force, making a deafening sound.

Smoke and dust rose everywhere.

Immediately afterwards, a figure dressed in black tight-fitting clothes strode out.

"Oh, spacing out."

A vibrant voice rang out, instantly dispelling the silence.

But Zhang Yuan and Li Kai were both stunned when they saw this.

It wasn't because of the visitor's identity, but because of... her condition.

Leia stood there, showing no signs of fatigue whatsoever!

He was full of energy and vitality, exuding an explosive sense of power.

They don't look like they've ever been in this godforsaken place at all.

Keep in mind that this was after spending three days in the core area where the side effects were excessive.

Even with the enhanced Li Kai, his condition was inevitably affected, and his face turned somewhat gloomy.

But this woman... how come she's acting like nothing's wrong?

Not only are you fine, but your muscles seem to be even more toned?

"You... went on vacation?"

Zhang Yuan rubbed his eyes, somewhat incredulous.

"What's wrong with you all?"

Leia walked over casually, her gaze sweeping over the two people's miserable state, and she couldn't help but feel a little surprised.

"Why do you look so listless? Have you not eaten?"

"..."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yuan's lips twitched involuntarily, and he waved his hand weakly.

"Big sister... the side effects of this core area are too great, I really can't stand staying here for long."

"My strength has decreased by at least 30% right now, don't you feel it?"

"Feel?"

Leia scratched her head, looking completely bewildered.

To be honest, aside from being a little bored, she didn't seem to have any strange reactions.

I even felt a chill, and I didn't sweat much while exercising.

"no……"

Zhang Yuan shook his head, utterly speechless. What kind of monster physique is this?

Are all the people of Ironforge like this?

Leia, however, ignored his shock and instead muttered to herself.

"They don't seem much different from the outsiders, these two are really weak."

"but……"

Suddenly, the image of Jiang Zhe's calm and composed demeanor, as if nothing had happened, flashed into her mind.

"That guy is fine too, he's even more energetic than me."

Could it be...?

Leia stroked her chin, a hint of suspicion flashing in her eyes.

"That guy doesn't look like much, could he be a hidden big shot?"

"It's even harder than mine."

"Looks like one fight wasn't enough. Next time I have to find an opportunity to have a close-quarters battle with him and test his strength."

Just as she was lost in thought, Li Kai, who was standing next to her, narrowed his eyes.

The thing inside me is restless, yearning to devour me.

"So this is the personal disciple of the Iron Fortress Vice President? He is indeed a top-notch talent."

He could feel that the aura emanating from Leia was like a burning furnace.

"If we make a move now..."

Li Kai took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the impulse in his heart, and silently calculated in his mind.

"The odds of winning are less than 30%."