After Winning The Esports Championship I’m Going To Pilot A Mecha: Chapter 134

134. “Trifle Emotions.”

“Didn’t catch him?”

Upon hearing the report from his subordinate, Yao Xiangrong’s face displayed a look of astonishment. “How is that possible?”

“We’re not sure why it happened like this, but Tian Shu’s skills far exceeded our expectations, completely different from the information we had.”

His subordinate lowered their head and replied.

Yao Xiangrong fell into contemplation.

Tian Shu was cultivated by the Netherworld Organization as their ace, a clone of Ji Mingzhu himself. He perfectly inherited the original’s piloting talents but had no natural talent in close combat. Thus, Tian Shu’s role within the Big Dipper Squad was primarily in mech operations, often working together with Tian Quan.

Suddenly, Yao Xiangrong recalled when they first learned of Tian Shu’s betrayal of the Netherworld Organization. They had sent members of the Earth Womb Team to infiltrate within Calamity Control Bureau to carry out an assassination operation against Tian Shu. However, they returned empty-handed. The entire Earth Womb Team sent to assassinate them was wiped out without bringing back any news. Yao Xiangrong originally thought that it was Tian Quan who arrived in time and resolved the assassination of the Earth Womb Team or perhaps Calamity Control Bureau had previously noticed and went to rescue it…

But now, it seems that things aren’t that simple.

“Do we have any footage?” Yao Xiangrong asked.

“Yes.”

The subordinate immediately responded, “The sniper at the scene recorded the situation at that time.”

“Bring it out and let me see.”

Soon, a holographic projection was cast into the air. In the holographic footage, it fully recorded Ji Mingzhu single-handedly and effortlessly killing several well-trained elite members of the Earth Womb Team on the streets of the black market.

The “Ji Mingzhu” in the footage had a calm expression, showing no emotions or signs of nervousness, like an extremely precise robot. His movements were simple to the extreme yet dangerously precise. Despite having the same face, he gave a completely different impression.

During Yao Xiangrong’s time in the Netherworld Organization, he had also interacted with Tian Shu for a period. He had never known Tian Shu had such skills.

Either Tian Shu had always had these abilities, but he concealed them deeply and never displayed them.

Or… he wasn’t Tian Shu at all.

Just as he was thinking, a weak voice came from behind Yao Xiangrong.

“Asura Mode.”

Yao Xiangrong turned around to see Qi Ling walking slowly from behind.

Qi Ling’s complexion was pale, looking unwell. His gaze fell on the holographic screen in the air, his voice hoarse, “There’s no mistake, this is Asura Mode.”

Integrating the world’s top combatant data, combining multiple anatomical studies and theories, coupled with AI’s powerful computing capabilities to accurately track enemy movements in milliseconds, simultaneously overcoming the misleading judgments humans make due to hormone and adrenaline changes when facing danger, maximizing combat instincts to the extreme.

Invincible in battle, like the arrival of Asura.

“Asura Mode?”

Yao Xiangrong stood stunned in place, unable to believe it. “How is this possible? That’s not…”

“It’s Canglan.”

Qi Ling said calmly, the holographic image froze at the last moment. Ji Mingzhu’s calm gaze towards the sniper, emotionless eyes like transparent amber under the sunlight, yet inexplicably exuding a chilling aura.

There was no mistake, such a gaze… it belonged to Canglan.

Even if turned to ashes, Qi Ling would recognize it.

Yao Xiangrong stammered, “But… Canglan has already left Sky City, right? The High Priest Shen Hong has been searching for him. There’s been no news of Canglan for so many years in Sky City. How could he possibly be here? And… why would Canglan help Tian Shu?”

“Canglan would never help Tian Shu.”

Qi Ling shook his head, “In this world, Canglan only helps one person, and remains loyal to only one.”

That person is Ji Mingzhu.

The Calamity Control Bureau has been investigating the explosion incident these days, uncovering many doubts. However, confirming whether the real Ji Mingzhu is still alive cannot be concluded for the time being.

But seeing Canglan at this moment, the answer is actually already apparent, even without further evidence. Just by Canglan appearing here, appearing with “Tian Shu,” is already the best proof.

“Does that mean…”

Yao Xiangrong understood Qi Ling’s meaning, “So what should we do now?”

“How is the preparation going?”

“We’ve currently taken control of the senior management of three satellite cities under the Calamity Control Bureau and obtained the keys to two Titans.”

Yao Xiangrong said, “Within a week, we should have five Titans in our hands. Coupled with the Calamity-class Aberrations on the side of Feibo, even against Sky City, we have a chance of winning.”

“Mm.”

Qi Ling nodded, “Since the war has already begun, there’s no reason to stop. Regardless of Ji Mingzhu’s and Canglan’s positions, standing on whichever side, it won’t affect our determination.”

“There’s one more thing.”

Yao Xiangrong continued, “According to the information from the Calamity Control Bureau, Sky City was activated two days ago. Judging from the route, Sky City’s target should be Jiusheng City. I wonder if the Immortals’ target is also Ji Mingzhu?”

Initially, Yao Xiangrong hadn’t fully grasped Sky City’s intentions, but if the figure really was Canglan, and “Tian Shu” was indeed Ji Mingzhu’s true self, then it would make sense.

“Send a message to Bi Fang.”

Qi Ling squinted, “Tell him the last Old Human is currently in Jiusheng City… Mr. Bi Fang will know what to do.”

“Yes… But what if Ji Mingzhu and Canglan choose to cooperate with Sky City?”

Qi Ling said, “Then kill him.”

…

The underground passage was permeated with a strong smell of blood.

*Click.*

Tian Ji ejected the magazine, sighed lightly, “Let’s go.”

All members of the Netherworld in the underground passage had been eliminated, scattered and lying on the ground.

“Tian Ji… Are you okay?”

Yao Guang noticed Tian Ji’s injuries and asked with concern.

“I’m fine.”

Tian Ji replied calmly. Being a modified human, his cellular activity was much higher than that of ordinary people. Minor wounds healed quickly for him, and even fatal injuries could be repaired by replacing artificial organs. This injury was nothing to him.

Yao Guang and Tian Ji looked at Bai Sha lying on the ground, unable to help but fall into silence.

Yao Guang whispered, “We caused her harm.”

Tian Ji extended his hand, patting Yao Guang’s head gently. “It’s not your fault.”

If anyone is to blame for Bai Sha’s death, it should be the Netherworld Organization.

Tian Ji scoffed. From the body of a nearby Netherworld Organization member, he retrieved a device and tossed it to the ground.

Flames gradually engulfed Bai Sha’s body.

Compared to being gnawed by hungry rats in the cold underground passage, this was the only thing Tian Ji could do.

“Boom, boom, boom—”

Just as Yao Guang, Tian Ji, and the Wild Wolf were about to leave, a tremendous noise echoed from the other side of the underground passage.

The sound was familiar, accompanied by the buzzing of power cores, as if several steel behemoths were charging towards them. The echoes of concrete being shattered reverberated through the passage, bringing an indescribable sense of oppression.

The Netherworld Organization’s mechs had arrived.

The next moment, Ji Mingzhu’s voice came through.

“Where are you?”

“We’re in Sector B4 of the underground passage,” Yao Guang replied. “The Netherworld Organization members have already been dealt with by Tian Ji, but… it seems like a mech unit is heading our way.”

Ji Mingzhu was taken aback. “The Netherworld Organization’s mech unit? Are they heading straight for Jiusheng City?”

Is the Calamity Control Bureau of Jiusheng City here for a free lunch?

“I suspect that the Calamity Control Bureau in Jiusheng City has already fallen,” Yao Guang said.

“The Netherworld Organization has always had strong infiltration capabilities. From earlier until now, their movements have been almost completely undisguised, yet the Calamity Control Bureau’s guards haven’t shown up at all, and even when the mechs came out, the Bureau did nothing.”

This fact spoke volumes. It was possible that the Netherworld Organization had somehow blocked the signals, preventing the Calamity Control Bureau from noticing their movements, but that didn’t make much sense. The worst possibility was that the Calamity Control Bureau in Jiusheng City had already fallen and been thoroughly infiltrated by the Netherworld Organization.

In this scenario, they were essentially isolated and without support. No wonder the Netherworld Organization was able to find their location so quickly. Even worse, now that they were targeted by the Netherworld Organization, if the Calamity Control Bureau couldn’t help them, they would have to rely on themselves.

“I’ve secured the mech,” Ji Mingzhu said. “I’ll come find you. Don’t be afraid, Yao Guang.”

Ji Mingzhu’s final words of reassurance made Yao Guang’s nose sting slightly.

“I’m not afraid,” Yao Guang sniffled, calming down. “I suggest we find a place to meet up first. Now that the Netherworld Organization is targeting us, the entire Jiusheng City is basically unsafe. With only one A-class mech, we can’t fight them off.”

“We should go to the research institute,” Tian Ji suggested. “I just came from there; the defense isn’t very strong. With Mingzhu’s A-class mech, we can infiltrate directly.”

If they could get their hands on the L-class mech in the research institute, they would have the capability to confront the Netherworld Organization head-on.

“I know the way to the research institute,” Wild Wolf, who had been silent until now, suddenly spoke up.

Yao Guang was startled. “What?”

“I’m very familiar with these underground passages.”

Wild Wolf said, “I know a route that leads directly to the area beneath the research institute. I can take you there.”

Yao Guang frowned, “Why didn’t you say so earlier?”

Wild Wolf shrugged, “The situation is different now. We’re all in this together. Since the Netherworld Organization can find you, they definitely know I’m with you. If something happens to you, I won’t survive either, just like that girl…”

Wild Wolf squinted, “Not only do I know the way to the research institute, but I also know where the L-class mech is stored.”

“You better not be planning any tricks,” Tian Ji warned.

“Take the underground passage,” Ji Mingzhu said quickly. “I’ll head straight to the research institute from the city and meet you there soon.”

Boom—

An explosion sounded from Ji Mingzhu’s end of the communication.

Yao Guang noticed that the noise on Ji Mingzhu’s side had become chaotic, with sounds like laser cannons going off. “Where are you? Why are there battle noises… Did the Netherworld Organization’s mechs find you?”

“Yeah. They came just after I finished speaking.”

Ji Mingzhu seemed to still be in the black market. The communication was filled with panicked voices, the sound of buildings collapsing, and the hum of power cores. “Two A-class mechs, four B-class mechs, and an S-class mech…”

They really are going all out.

Even knowing Ji Mingzhu’s strength, Yao Guang couldn’t help but feel nervous. “Can you handle it?”

Ji Mingzhu pushed the control lever and, amid the intense sounds of battle, his voice remained calm and reassuring, “No big deal. See you soon.”

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