back to Earth

"Mecha on the left wing, please reply when you hear the news."

The buzzing sound interfered with the audio channel, and Garth couldn't help frowning.

After entering this star field covered by a special magnetic field, they have encountered more and more incredible events.Not only the communication cannot be carried out normally, sometimes even the activities of the mecha will be interfered by these unknown magnetic fields.

"Left... The left wing replied, this is... Li Yang, what is the order of the main ship?"

Hearing the familiar voice from the communication channel, Gals breathed a sigh of relief, and said immediately.

"Abandon all current exploration missions and return immediately!"

"Huh?" Li Yang on the communication side was obviously a little surprised.

The Vaer youth repeated it again. "Give up all missions and return immediately." After speaking, he added another sentence. "The specific situation will be explained to you later, don't act without authorization."

"Roger that!"

Accompanied by harsh interfering sounds, the other party ended this brief communication.

Garth let out a sigh, and looked at the endless darkness in front of him.There seems to be a giant beast hidden in the darkness, lurking in the dangerous universe ready to swallow them at any time.Taking a deep breath, the young man concentrated his mind and controlled his mech to return to the main ship.

Ten minutes later, all the mercenaries who were sent out to explore the way returned to the main ship and gathered in the waiting room, which seemed a little noisy for a while.

"What's going on, how can we return halfway through the investigation!" Some people were dissatisfied.

"There should be something important to say. We have all traveled halfway, and we will never give up again."

The mercenaries gathered in groups in twos and threes in the hall, discussing the client's sudden move.

After a month of exploration, according to the direction indicated by the ancient star map, they have traveled more than half of the route on this route.It can be said that the final destination is close at hand.

Although there have been some dangers encountered along the way, they are all dangerous situations that are still within the scope of handling.Except for a few people who died due to luck and lack of strength, most of the mercenaries arrived in this area safely.

Today, as usual, mercenaries and mechas were sent out to explore the road, but unexpectedly, they were called back urgently by the client in the middle of the investigation.This is really unreasonable.

The client slowly appeared on the stage amidst the anxious anticipation of everyone.

"Everyone, there is a reason for this withdrawal." The client explained to a large group of dissatisfied mercenaries. "According to the latest news from the right wing of the investigation, we are already very close to the target area. In less than half a day, we can reach the final destination of this exploration—an ancient star field!"

There was a bang, and the gathered mercenaries made a lot of noise.After nearly a month of exploration, they are now told that the final goal is close at hand, which makes them excited.Who wouldn't be excited to explore a forgotten ancient star field, which means untold wealth and impressive fame?

Standing at the end of the crowd, Gals was not so excited.He frowned and looked at the excited mercenaries around him, as well as the expressionless client in the distance, only having deeper doubts in his heart.

This trip to explore the star field was a little too smooth.Except for the occasional difficulties encountered on the road, the whole journey was almost uneventful.This is too strange!

It was as if someone said that a huge bait was placed in front of this group of mercenaries, waiting for them to take the bait.

Looking at the client wearing a red and white mask, Gals became even more vigilant.

"However, here is another piece of bad news." The client seemed troubled and continued. "After sending back the latest information to the mothership, all the mechas that went to the right wing to explore have lost contact with us. At present, we still don't know their situation. It is very likely that they are approaching the ancient star field There was danger in the process."

The client's words gradually calmed down some of the mercenaries whose blood had rushed back to their heads.They looked at the client together, knowing that he must have another sentence.

Sure enough, after gathering the sight of all the mercenaries in the audience, the client let out a chuckle.

"The fruit of victory is in sight. Although I know the danger ahead, I think you, like me, don't want to give up so easily. Therefore - I decided to organize an elite team to explore the way first."

When he said this, whether it was intentional or unintentional, Gals felt that the client seemed to have glanced in his direction.

After counting for 10 minutes, the list of the elite teams to explore first was announced.Gals' name was impressively among them, and he was one of a team of 50 people in total.

"Gals, be careful on the road." Li Yang walked over and cared for his fellow Vaticans who had gradually become familiar with him in the past month.

"It's good luck, why didn't you choose me." The big Dona complained.

Aside, Melissa laughed at him. "Choose you? I don't even look at how many catties I have. If you were chosen based on your height, you might be chosen."

Donna was furious at his partner's ridicule.

Looking at the quarrel of his partners, Li Yang gave a wry smile, and then looked at Gals. "This time you have been selected to attack by the elite team, and we can't help you much. But—" He stretched out his hand and patted the shoulder of the young man disguised as the Vail tribe. "I believe in your strength, and you will definitely be able to return in triumph!"

Looking at the trust in the eyes of his compatriot, Gals, no, Cheng Zhen smiled.

"I'll be careful, and you take care of yourselves too."

"of course!"

With a hearty smile, Li Yang raised his hand high and clapped vigorously with the young man of the Vaner tribe.

Everything was ready, and 10 minutes later, the elite team that explored the path first set off from the mothership.Dozens of mechas flew towards the distant starry sky until they disappeared from the sight of others.

Li Yang stood in the observation cabin, and only looked away when he saw those mechas disappearing from sight.

Gals Vanner.This new companion, whom he made just for the purpose of trying at the beginning, has climbed to a high status in his mind in the past month.Since the last brawl, Gals has become Li Yang's sincerely recognized friend.

After all, there are not many people who will come out to help you in times of crisis.But Gals was willing to do this for a half of his compatriots whom he had just met.

Li Yang was also puzzled, because every time Gals's deep eyes looked over, he always seemed to find something in those sights.Gals didn't seem to be looking at Li Yang, but seemed to be looking at a larger group through him.

The emotion contained in that gaze was too heavy for Li Yang to speculate.

What kind of person is he?Looking at the end of the starry sky, Li Yang sighed softly.

"Mr. Li Yang."

The door of the observation cabin suddenly opened, and a man in white came in.

The client's escort?Li Yang could not help being surprised when he saw the identity of the visitor.Why did this group of white-clothed guards who rarely come into contact with outsiders come to find themselves at this time?

While he was wondering, the man in white had already given the answer.

"The master is waiting for you in the meeting room. He has something important to discuss with you."

"Looking for me?" Li Yang was even more surprised. He didn't understand why the client would find himself who was not outstanding.

"Yes." The man in white replied. "Please go over as soon as possible."

"Ah, ok, ok, I understand." Li Yang was stunned for a while, then hurriedly left from the window.Follow behind the man in white and walk towards the conference room.

Time was running short, and he didn't even have time to tell Dona and Melissa.

After bringing Li Yang to the meeting room of the main ship, the man in white saluted and left.

Some stiff human mercenaries looked at the client sitting with their backs to themselves, and didn't know what to say for a moment.This was the first time for him to be alone with the client.

However, it was the always mysterious client who broke the silence first.

"Li Yang, a resident of the thirteenth district of the Human Alliance, has no family. He graduated from the only mecha academy in the human race 11 years ago. He retired from the human army three years ago and became an exile. The reason for your resignation, although There is no record in the data, but I can probably guess it. In the human army that focuses on fleet strategy, a mecha pilot who is not good enough has no place to stand, right?"

While Li Yang was still at a loss, he turned his back to his client and recited his personal information backwards.

"Oh, you don't need to be so alert."

As if he could sense Li Yang's gradually tensing body behind him, the client chuckled and turned around slowly.

The unmasked face was unreservedly revealed in Li Yang's sight.Li Yang, who saw the other person's appearance clearly, trembled violently.

Under the astonished eyes of the human mercenaries, the client smiled softly. "I believe you understand now that I am in the same camp as you."

"You... unexpectedly!" Surprised, Li Yang was almost speechless, and looked at the client in front of him in astonishment. "Impossible! How could you be—"

"Why is it impossible?" Before Li Yang finished speaking, the client interrupted him coldly. "Could it be that in your conception, 'we' can't have such strength?"

"...Are you from the army?" Li Yang asked as if he had found the most convincing reason.

"Army?" The client dismissed. "It's a pity that I have slightly different ideas from them, and I can't be regarded as a person along the way. However, I think they will soon understand which path is correct." Speaking of this, the client Cui Ran smile.

"I called you here, and I didn't hesitate to reveal my identity, not to get entangled in these matters. Then, Li Yang, I will ask you for the first and last time, do you want to join us?"

Mysterious entrustment, the journey from calm to abnormal, the identity of the client who is about to be revealed, and the sudden invitation.A lot of doubts gathered together, I believe that even a person with no brains can see that something is wrong with this itinerary.This is definitely not as simple as a commission to explore the ancient star field!

No, or rather, this is not a commission at all, it is probably a bait!

After the client revealed his identity to him, many thoughts flashed through Li Yang's mind.Client, no, what is the real purpose of this mysterious force that suddenly appeared?Why call so many mercenaries?What's wrong with them and the human army?

However, at this moment, he was more worried about Gals' safety.

This is not a simple commission. Will Gals, who was dispatched to carry out the first investigation, be in extra danger! ?

"It seems that you are still worried about your companion." As if seeing through Li Yang's thoughts, the client showed a prey-like smile.

"I suggest, compared to those mercenaries who have left the main ship, you should worry about the safety of your companions who are still on the ship, Li Yang."

"What do you mean!" Li Yang wondered, thinking of Dona and Melissa who hadn't had time to contact for a moment.

The client smiled and said nothing, just tapped his fingers on the table, as if everything was under control.

In the distance, a certain corner of the starry sky.

"It has been determined to leave the exploration range of the main ship's radar."

Listening to the message from the controlling mastermind, Gals breathed a sigh of relief.

After getting far enough away from the main ship, he will also escape the detection range of the main ship.At this time, you can use communication tools with peace of mind.Keeping a close distance from other mechs, he reached out to operate on the light screen and opened an encrypted communication channel.

After confirming that no one would eavesdrop, he contacted aloud.

"Here is the executor of the stealth mission, contact the headquarters, please call back."

Called several times in a row, but there was still no response from the communication channel.Just when he thought it was too far away and the communication failed, he was about to give up.

"The headquarters received, this is Vickery, Cheng Zhen, please call back!"

Hearing the call from a familiar voice, Cheng Zhen couldn't help but put on a knowing smile.This was the first time in the past month that he was called by his real name, and he felt a little nostalgic.

"Yes, Cheng Zhen received it! Regarding the progress of this stealth mission..."

"We'll talk about that later!" Unexpectedly, Vickery interrupted him impatiently, and said anxiously. "Cheng Zhen, this is the highest order, you give up this stealth mission immediately! Do you understand, evacuate now, even if your identity is revealed!"

"What's going on?!" Shocked, Cheng Zhen asked back.

"We misjudged the identity of the other party!" On the other side of the communication, Vickery, who was always calm, seemed a little flustered. "The actions of this group of people are likely to be related to a series of incidents on the Algar defense line. In short, this incident cannot be handled by you alone. Hurry up and get out of the control of the other party, Cheng Zhen!"

"I—" the boy opened his mouth and was about to say something.

Suddenly, a white glow appeared in the dark starry sky, stinging everyone's eyes.Born in the dark white awn, it looks extraordinarily strange.

This white light wave suddenly exploded, eroding all the mechs of the advance team.The overwhelming white light waves filled the entire universe, like a ferocious monster, devouring mechas!Destroy everything it touches with a scorching aura!

The hopeless white color like the end of the world silently and invincibly devoured the nearby mechs.

"Cheng Zhen? Cheng Zhen!"

Vickery's anxious shouts rang through the comm channel. "What happened, answer me! Cheng Zhen!"

"..."

However, all that answered him was a terrifying silence.

White devours everything.