I, disguised as a white dragon, was supported by the state.

The soldiers have already entered.

Like Lei Yao before them, they initially tried their best to endure it, grinding their teeth, but soon they couldn't take it anymore and started howling like ghosts.

But to Bai Lin's relief, no one ever said they wanted to leave.

Even with their buttocks scalded and their facial bones burned out, they still crawled along that fiery path.

The screams of those who came before did not deter those who followed, but only made their expressions more solemn.

“These soldiers of Great Xia have good willpower.” Bai Lin nodded secretly.

Then he remembered that Guan Mi had once told him that all the soldiers who could come here were the best in the army, and he felt it was only natural.

If it weren't for these people, how could the Great Xia have enjoyed peace for so long?

Unlike Bai Lin's appreciation, Lei Yao frowned, somewhat unable to bear looking at him.

These were all his soldiers; they ate and slept together, like brothers.

Hearing their painful screams, he couldn't help but feel uncomfortable.

But he also hoped that these people could persevere for a longer time, as that would be more beneficial to them.

Time passed by minute by minute.

A figure wearing a straw hat appeared beside Lei Yao.

"Tsk tsk, these guys have extraordinary willpower!" Dr. Zhang exclaimed.

Lei Yao glanced at him and said, "The last one to go in has been in for almost fifteen minutes."

"What's wrong with fifteen minutes? What's so great about fifteen minutes?" Zhang Yu's good mood for watching the show vanished instantly.

Wouldn't that make me look weak?

He's incredibly strong now; he's even changed his game ID to "Straw Hat God of War"!

"I just said they've been inside for a while, what's the rush?" Lei Yao looked at him strangely.

"Captain Lei, you're a wicked guy!" Zhang Yu put his arm around his neck.

Lei Yao glanced at his muddy hands, shoved him aside, and said, "Director Liu is here."

Zhang Yu followed his gaze and saw Liu Chongyu's figure.

"Director Liu!" Zhang Yu waved and greeted him.

He had a blade of grass dangling from his mouth, wore work boots, and was covered in dust; his appearance made Lei Yao want to laugh.

He felt that Dr. Zhang had changed the most since they first met.

This guy used to be very reserved, and he always had that intellectual pride when he was around him. Now, he has the same demeanor as the soldiers under his command.

Could it be because he was always flattering Bai Long that he gradually lowered his guard?

Chapter 52 Being the White Dragon's Dog

Liu Chongyu greeted the two men and then looked at the sea of ​​fire.

Yesterday, Lei Yao informed him that Bai Lin had agreed to the matter and requested that all soldiers suspend patrols for a while today.

The matter of tempering the body with dragon energy is not a secret on the mountain, and the changes in Zhang Yu and Lei Yao are visible to the naked eye.

Aside from their improved physical condition, their fair and tender skin alone is enough to make others envious.

Everyone hates gigolos, but everyone also wants to be one.

Isn't Liu Chongyu the same?

In the past, a leader tried to set him up with his daughter, but his ordinary appearance failed to catch their eye.

He came here with the mindset of braving the flames.

However, hearing the soldiers' cries of agony and seeing their skin sizzling as it was burned, with the soldiers in front charred black, he couldn't help but shudder at their pitiful appearance.

He is afraid!

After much internal struggle, Liu Chongyu finally gave up the idea of ​​going into the sea of ​​fire.

He was worried about making a fool of himself if he went in, which would ruin his reputation.

"Captain Lei has led a group of excellent soldiers!" he exclaimed.

Lei Yao shook his head: "Those who can come here are all very talented; I didn't train them."

Zhang Yu also turned his gaze to the sea of ​​fire.

Watching the soldiers rush forward one after another, their screams making the sea of ​​fire seem like a living hell, yet no one retreated, he felt deeply moved.

He couldn't even imagine how he managed to persevere back then.

As time passed, the screams from within the sea of ​​fire gradually subsided.

When the last groan disappeared, the bright flames vanished into nothingness.

There was a pile of "corpses" lying haphazardly on the ground, all of them charred black and unrecognizable as human.

A gentle breeze blew by, and wisps of dust floated into the air.

The surroundings were deathly silent; not even the chirping of birds could be heard.

Seeing that the soldiers did not move for a long time, Zhang Yu felt a little panicked, but he kept quiet.

Zhang Yu looked around and then walked toward the nearest "corpse".

"Something happened?" Liu Chongyu's expression changed slightly.

He had barely finished speaking when he suddenly saw one of the "corpses" move.

Then more and more "corpses" started to move.

Before long, the soldiers sat up.

They brushed off the scabs from their faces, looked at each other's disheveled appearance, and burst into laughter.

Some people were jumping around, some were punching, and some even wanted to jump into Duck Claw Lake to wash themselves.

"Hey you, Blackie, stop right there and come back!" Zhang Yu called out to the guy who was running towards Duck Claw Lake.

"Line up!" Lei Yao shouted.

The soldiers, who were originally in a mess, lined up neatly in three seconds.

Their bodies were completely black, with some parts covered in black scabs, making them look even more comical with patches of white and black.

"Turn left!" Lei Yao shouted. "Run! You have half an hour to get back to your dorms and clean up!"

"One two one, one two one..."

The soldiers chanted slogans as they walked further and further away.

"I really envy you guys!" Liu Chongyu exclaimed, looking at their energetic appearance.

“If Director Liu wants to give it a try, he can ask Mr. Bai; he won’t refuse,” Zhang Yu said.

Liu Chongyu shook his head and sighed, "I never expected Dr. Zhang to be able to endure such pain. I used to think you were a coward!"

“I’ve always been very bold!” Zhang Yu said. “Director Liu just has an important position, so he has to be more cautious in his actions.”

Liu Chongyu laughed and patted him on the shoulder.

Noticing Lei Yao's strange gaze, Zhang Yu couldn't help but touch his nose.

He suddenly realized that he was different now than he used to be.

Didn't he used to hate flattery the most?

It feels like it's become an instinct now.

However, considering Bai Lin's extraordinary qualities, Zhang Yu felt that he had done nothing wrong.

I'd even be willing to be the White Dragon's dog to receive all sorts of extraordinary gifts!

He had realized that even a slight breakthrough in the research on the white dragon would be enough to change the history of mankind!

His ambition is to be remembered in history!

Lei Yao didn't have that many thoughts.

He is leaving.

More than half a month has passed since Bai Lin set up the sea of ​​fire by the lake to temper his body with dragon energy.

Lei Yao received his transfer order as expected.

This was a rule that had been set up long ago, so even though Director Zhao had wavered and thought of maintaining the status quo, he ultimately gave up the idea.

“My successor is more capable than me,” Lei Yao said. “He is about the same age as me, but has a higher military rank. He was originally going to the Central Military Commission.”

“I think Captain Lei is doing quite well here,” Guan Mi said.

Although the other person often appeared somewhat dull in front of Bai Lin, they were very polite, diligent, and frequently brought her and Bai Lin delicious food.

She has already considered him a friend.

Seeing that Lei Yao didn't say anything, she added, "Mr. Bai likes you very much too."

Lei Yao glanced at Bai Lin, who was engrossed in playing the game, and saw that Bai Lin nodded slightly. He immediately felt honored.

"Thank you for your appreciation, Mr. Bai, but I must obey the organization's arrangements," he said.

He was actually a little reluctant to part with it.

During his six months at Yatou Mountain, the first few months might have been a bit boring, but as he got to know Bai Lin, learned the "Dragon Fist," and crossed the sea of ​​fire, his senses were completely transformed.

Having witnessed such wondrous creatures and gained power beyond human limits, how could he not love this place?

Moreover, he got along well with his colleagues and subordinates in this place, and also met Zhang Yu, a special PhD.

This brilliant scientist often invited him to dinner, and occasionally expressed his envy of him in conversation.

He should be envious of the other person.

When he was in school, he envied his smart classmates the most. He stayed up late studying, but his grades could never catch up with theirs.

Just like that top female student in the class, who always easily gets first place in the whole school.

He had a crush on her for a long time, but never dared to confess his feelings.

He often regretted that if he had been smarter, would the distance between him and her not have been so great?

“Alright,” Guan Mi said with a hint of regret upon hearing Lei Yao’s reply, “I wish Captain Lei a safe journey.”

"Thank you," Lei Yao said.

He turned to Bai Lin and said, "Mr. Bai, thank you for taking care of me during this time. I'll be leaving now."

"You can come to me if you need anything," Bai Lin said, tilting his head.

He held a certain appreciation for this somewhat dull but conscientious officer.

If this were in Xuzhou, he would consider making the other person one of his Dragon Guards.

Even if he wanted to stay in Yatou Mountain, he would still bring it up.

Having someone you like by your side is ultimately a comfortable thing.

But everyone has their own ambitions, and since the other party wants to leave, he won't stop them.

Lei Yao gave a solemn military salute, then turned and walked away.

It wasn't until he had walked more than a hundred meters out of the Dragon Palace that he turned back to look at the magnificent building.

The afterglow of the setting sun fell on the glazed tiles, and the faint golden glow gave the place a sense of majesty.

"I don't know if I'll be able to come here again in the future." Lei Yao suddenly felt a pang of regret.

Just like old friends from the past.

Once missed, it's gone forever.

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Chapter 53 The Successor