Exploding God

Qi Yuan pursed his lips, lowered his head even further, and made his movements of wiping the sniper rifle more forceful.

His disastrous performance in "Second World," where he was utterly crushed by six guns, was a nightmare he would never forget, and he would try to avoid mentioning it in front of his teammates.

"Look, even Qi Yuan doesn't know. How come Han Zhen has become so unreliable now?" Suo Qiang tightened his tactical vest and said with a sneer.

"However, Qi Yuan and Han Zhen were indeed witnesses to the killing of the Ghost Eye Moth, and they were invited here. So when we officially meet later, everyone must show them the respect they deserve." Ye Tianming's tone was solemn. As the team leader, he had to think about more things.

"Got it. After all, he's a 7-star warrior. Without a construct armor in the camp, you can't really hold your own against him, haha." Lu Geng said with a laugh. He was really looking forward to seeing this hidden master.

Qi Yuan opened his mouth, his throat felt dry, then he lowered his head and continued cleaning the gun.

The sky grew brighter, but a gentle breeze began to stir in the distance, making the fog seem to come alive.

Teams in the camp began to set off one after another, and those who left early could take advantage of the daylight to collect more useful supplies.

"Why isn't our star team off yet? We'd like to see your new tactics."

"We really can't wait this time, we're leaving first, wishing you a safe and triumphant return!"

"Returning safely and in triumph," Ye Tianming replied with the courtesy due to a construction pilot.

As time passed, and the clock was about to strike 8:00, the wristbands of several team members vibrated simultaneously.

"arrive."

Ye Tianming looked up and said, "Let's go greet them."

A deep, rumbling sound, like the growl of a giant beast, came from the distant, billowing clouds. It grew closer and closer, but the camp's defensive pulse cannons did not react. The turret bases did not show any sign of turning. Instead, the camp guards pointed ahead, where their vision was obstructed, and chatted and laughed.

Boom~~

A cloud of dust billowed as a thick shadow broke through the mist, appearing before everyone with a wild and imposing presence.

It was a 12.7-meter-long heavy armored vehicle, driving into the camp like a steel behemoth. Dozens of pilots were already waiting in the central open space, but their gazes were turned to the other side with suspicion.

"Huh, why is the entire Hibiscus Squad here? Is someone important coming?"

"It should be. Look, even the ace archer Qi Yuan has come."

One of them lowered his voice and spoke, immediately drawing the attention of more than a dozen people around him to the silent young man, who then understood.

It seems that some important person has indeed arrived. The Hibiscus Team is a star team of Shanglan Academy. The only possibility that these proud talents would come out to greet them at the same time is that someone from their own family has come.

However, thinking about this, everyone suddenly felt it was pointless again, so the pilots' eyes fell once more on the heavy-duty truck that was about to drive into the open area.

"I guess Shanglan Academy is going to give the Hibiscus Team a bonus."

"Tsk tsk, look at the treatment they get."

A team dressed in light gray combat uniforms happened to pass by. Hearing the whispers of the group, a beautiful figure at the end of the team's eyes lit up, and she turned her head to look at the team, which was dressed in uniform red and white combat uniforms.

Those members of the Hibiscus Squad, just standing there, exuded a quiet and aloof aura, exceptionally cool and handsome.

"I didn't expect the Hibiscus Squad to be here too." Wang Jun said excitedly, her bad mood caused by Zong Pengxiao being inexplicably on the same team as her was finally temporarily suppressed.

"Hibiscus Squad? What kind of team is that? Are they famous? They're quite good at looking cool." Zong Pengxiao suddenly stepped forward, instinctively feeling a bit annoyed by the cool and aloof young men.

Wang Jun's face instantly turned cold, but before she could speak, someone next to her said with a sigh, "It's more than just famous. The alarm triggered in the G71 defense zone seven days ago was from that Ghost Eye Moth that suddenly wanted to advance in the news. If it weren't for the Hibiscus Squad's intervention, a large number of people would probably have died that day."

"The core of the Hibiscus is that guy to the left rear, the ace marksman, Qi Yuan. Amidst more than thirty cyclones overhead, comparable to cluster bombs, he found the hidden Ghost Eye Moth and then blew it in the head with a single shot. His composure and marksmanship are truly formidable... truly formidable indeed."

"Our Yunfeng team has been established for seven years and is still a B-level team, while Mujin has been established for only three years and is already an A-level team. Tsk tsk, we're all here to make a living in the wilderness, and you never know when we might need each other's help. So, it's best to maintain a sense of awe towards the strong." By the end, the person who made the remark had given Zong Pengxiao a subtle warning with his eyes.

This is a hunting camp. If you want to do well, you should follow the experienced hunters and put away your rich kid attitude!

Having been rebuffed, Zong Pengxiao's expression turned somewhat displeased, but he suppressed it. He turned his head away with a cold face, finally no longer deliberately slowing his pace, wanting to leave as soon as possible.

Wang Jun nodded in agreement at first, but then, seeing Zong Pengxiao's discomfiture, he couldn't help but let out a sneer.

You deserve to suffer!

She witnessed that shocking scene firsthand from the edge of the tower; not everyone gets to experience the chance to face death so close.

He has no ability but still makes sarcastic remarks. Zong Pengxiao is even more despicable than Lu Ze.

"Today is practical training, which is essential if you want to become a higher-level construct pilot."

"During the battle later, the main force of our Yunfeng Squad will clear a 200-meter-wide safety zone. Be careful not to cross it. Although Valley 14 is a low-threat zone, no one can guarantee there won't be any unexpected dangerous creatures. Do you all understand?"

"clear."

"understood."

"Good, return safely and triumphantly!"

The Yunfeng team quickly passed through the crowd and disappeared at the edge of the open space.

However, neither Wang Jun nor Zong Pengxiao knew that a second after they left the open space, a tall and upright young man wearing a stand-up collar shirt calmly stepped out of the parked heavy transport vehicle.

His elite scholarly attire stood out so much in the rugged and fierce hunting camp.

Beside him stood a tall young man dressed in a red and white battle uniform, his face beaming with smiles and his hands seemingly unsure of what to do.

"Captain, Brother Lu Ze, I've invited him." Han Zhen said with great enthusiasm.

"This is our first official meeting. I am Captain Ye Tianming. The Hibiscus Squad welcomes you." Ye Tianming stepped forward quickly, extended his right hand, and smiled warmly.

"Lü Geng, a wandering mech pilot."

"Lock Strong, Berserker Pilot."

"Please guide me." Qi Yuan's gaze was firm and bright. Among everyone, he was the only one who had the most direct understanding of Lu Ze's strength.

So the genius archer idol in the eyes of others, in front of Lu Ze, was like a nervous fan in front of his idol, filled with indescribable excitement, standing straight.

This instinctive bodily movement went unnoticed by Qi Yuan, but to others, it was a completely different story...