SFS Chapter 62 Going to the Catacombs
Chapter 62 Going to the Catacombs
On October 4th, Wang Jinyang successfully broke through and, after some adjustments, prepared to descend into the underground cave.
The three agreed to meet in the South District, where there was an underground passage leading directly to the underground caves of Shanghai.
Lu Hao carried his newly arrived large ring-handled sword and an ordinary backpack containing some emergency food. As for the pills, they were stored in his storage space so he could access them at any time.
He was wearing a fourth-grade inner armor, so even if a fourth-grade martial artist clashed with Lu Hao, he wouldn't be afraid, as his qi and blood would penetrate his bones and strike his internal organs directly.
Upon arriving at the entrance of the South District, Qin Fengqing and Wang Jinyang were already waiting there.
Qin Fengqing led the way, and the three of them talked as they walked.
"Old Wang, are you sure you can get your Qi and blood back to what they were before in just one day?"
Lu Hao asked.
"It's alright. The increase in Qi and Blood from breaking through to the early stage of the fourth rank isn't that much. It's just that I can now restore Qi and Blood through the Bridge of Heaven and Earth."
"That's good. This is my first time going down into the underground cave, so I don't have much experience."
"I know the Shanghai dungeons inside and out. I can't guarantee the other dungeons, but I've thoroughly explored the Shanghai dungeons. Follow me and I guarantee you won't have any problems," Qin Fengqing said.
"I hope there won't be any problems. Let's make it clear first that I can fight against fourth-rank opponents, and I can also kill those in the lower to mid-level ranks. I can maintain an undefeated record against high-rank and peak-rank opponents. If it's a fifth-rank opponent, I might be able to inflict damage if I use my trump card, but I definitely can't kill them."
Lu Hao said that after all, they needed to understand each other's maximum combat strength before they could determine their targets.
"As for me, I'm no match for a typical fourth-rank opponent. Even if I encounter a peak fourth-rank opponent, I can kill them after a prolonged fight. As for fifth-rank opponents, I can only contend with them, but I can't kill them."
Wang Jinyang said.
The two were fairly strong; as long as they weren't surrounded by a large number of fourth-rank cultivators, they definitely wouldn't die. The two turned their gazes toward Qin Fengqing.
It seems to be saying: We've all been exposed, what's going on with you, kid?
Qin Fengqing chuckled.
"Ahem, I can kill low-level fourth-rank enemies, I can hold my own against mid-to-high-level enemies, but I can't handle peak-level enemies. However, I have a lot of intelligence, and I'm good at escaping."
"So where are we going this time?" Lu Hao was still satisfied with Qin Fengqing's strength. After all, he had a solid foundation, and his combat power was already quite good.
"I scouted a village before, and there were three fourth-rank and a bunch of third-rank. If we rob that village, the energy stones inside are extremely valuable. I saw a big one," Qin Fengqing said.
"What is the strength of those three fourth-rank martial artists? Is there any specific information?" Wang Jinyang asked.
"No, I went to that place once when I was a second-rank official. I was lucky to escape knowing there were three fourth-rank officials there. How could an ordinary person possibly still be alive?"
Qin Fengqing said with a pursed mouth.
Lu Hao and Wang Jinyang exchanged a glance. They had to admit that Qin Fengqing was incredibly lucky. She had managed to survive after being detected by three fourth-rank experts while only being a second-rank expert.
What a talent!
"This is the place. Even if we encounter three peak fourth-rank warriors, I can hold off two, and Lu Hao will be one. You can kill the remaining warriors and then come help us."
Hopefully, I'll have enough resources to reach the high-level fourth rank by then. The higher you go in cultivation, the more resources you need. I'm starting to feel like I can't afford to cultivate anymore.
Wang Jinyang said.
"No problem. I saw a huge energy stone back then, probably weighing at least two or three pounds. Even if they've used quite a bit over the years, it should still be around a pound."
Those are cultivation energy stones, worth thirty credits per gram, and at least fifteen thousand credits per kilogram. With so many credits, how could you possibly lack cultivation resources?
"Let's do it then, that's it."
Wang Jinyang said that he was genuinely poor; otherwise, he wouldn't have taken on second-rank martial artist missions when he was only a high-level third-rank martial artist.
There's a chance to make a fortune right now, I have to give it a try, as for the risks, those are certain.
If you want benefits without taking risks, then look for this kind of good deal.
Wang Jinyang and Qin Fengqing looked at Lu Hao.
"I'm fine."
Lu Hao's focus wasn't on that; his main objective was to obtain kill points, so he didn't care where he went, as long as he could get kill points.
……
Before long, the three of them arrived at a military base.
Despite being mentally prepared, Lu Hao was still deeply shocked.
A military restricted area built with barbed wire and electric fences that stretches as far as the eye can see, with guards every three steps and sentries every five steps, and soldiers with guns and police equipment everywhere!
Looking through the gaps in the barbed wire, tanks were everywhere, with almost no loopholes to exploit.
Artillery and rocket launchers also made a fleeting appearance from the corners of various defensive fortifications.
These are just the military forces we see; the real guardians here are also grandmaster-level experts.
Qin Fengqing didn't say anything, but continued walking forward, and Lu Hao followed.
The entrance was heavily guarded, and Lu Hao felt a sense of threat and pressure. Inside, there were guns and even cannons aimed at them.
Moreover, at the entrance, several powerful martial artists, all of whom were at least third-rank, were warily scanning the three of them. Their imposing aura was quite sharp.
"A student from the Magic and Martial Arts Academy has applied to enter the underground cave. Please grant permission."
Qin Fengqing shouted.
"Identification documents, entry permit!"
The speaker was a military martial artist with extremely powerful qi and blood, who should be in the middle grade realm, but Lu Hao couldn't tell exactly which level of the middle grade.
Qin Fengqin meticulously took out her martial arts certificate and the application for admission from her jacket pocket.
The entry permit was prepared for Lu Hao, since it was his first time here and he wouldn't need it again in the future.
Once he enters and a record is made, he only needs to bring his martial arts certificate next time.
The other party checked everything one by one, then nodded, signaling Qin Fengqing and the others to enter.
Even with an access permit, identification is still required, and packages are even inspected. The soldiers conducting the inspections are meticulous, strictly checking everyone against their identification documents.
After everyone had finished their inspections, the resolute-faced officer and other soldiers saluted Lu Hao and his two companions in unison!
"We go forth to fight for our homeland, to fight for humanity, and we will return victorious!"
"Triumphant Return"
Lu Hao thought to himself, "Although they are going to acquire resources, their primary goal is to ensure the survival of humanity and protect our home."
……
"How are you feeling? Are you nervous?" Qin Fengqing asked.
"It's alright, it's just that I feel some responsibility and pressure," Lu Hao said.
"It's good to have pressure and responsibility. After all, the meaning of a martial artist is to protect. Even if our goal is to acquire resources, we are also killing the cave people and weakening the cave's power," Wang Jinyang said.
The three continued walking forward.
Along the way, the base was heavily guarded, with sentries everywhere, everyone carrying guns, and martial artists everywhere. Occasionally, small groups of troops could be seen withdrawing from the depths.
Many of them still had bloodstains on them, perhaps because they had just come from the battlefield.