Chapter 570: Major General Luo’s Boyfriend, Chaotic Lifeform

Perched on the shoulder of a towering mech over 160 meters tall, a young girl clad in a silver training suit beamed with delight. "You’re here in Abyssal City?"

Luo Fei heard Chen Chu’s voice in her earpiece. "Yeah, I just arrived. After meeting with Heavenly King Gabriel, I called you right away. Where are you now?"

Her face lit up with a radiant smile. "I’m at Research Building B15 in the Thirteenth Military Base. I just finished today’s routine training. Once the data collection for Mech No.1 is done, I can clock out."

Although a full day and night cycle in the mythical world spanned over 40 days, the Federation still adhered to a standard 24-hour schedule for daily routines.

Of course, this schedule only applied to ordinary citizens and workers. Those cultivating in seclusion were exempt from such regulations.

"I’ll come to find you."

"Okay."

Just as the girl cheerfully ended the call, a woman in her thirties stood in the distant monitoring center, arms crossed as she curiously observed. Her gaze was level with the mech’s shoulders.

"Who was Little Fei talking to? She looked so happy."

At a nearby desk, a middle-aged man engrossed in his work nodded. "Indeed. Since Little Luo came to the base, it’s the first time I’ve seen her smile like that."

A young woman in her early twenties, wearing a uniform, chuckled playfully. "I bet Major General Luo was talking to her boyfriend."

Across from her, a handsome young man in a white researcher’s coat paused, confused. "What makes you think she was on the phone with her boyfriend?"

The girl with a few pimples on her face replied confidently. "Because the smile on her face was so genuine. It’s clear the person on the other end isn’t just an ordinary friend.

"When girls talk to regular friends or close girlfriends, their expressions and tone are more casual. When speaking to their parents, there’s often a hint of coquettishness. Take note, I’m talking about girls, not mature women like Big Sister Qing."

Smack!

A hand landed on the handsome researcher’s shoulder.

"Yuanjie, don’t listen to Little Shuang’s nonsense. She’s been obsessing over romance novels lately and is a bit carried away."

He Shuangshuang pouted in protest. "Hey! Big Brother Yan, I’m very professional, okay?"

The middle-aged man by the large screen displaying streams of data smiled, but didn’t engage with He Shuangshuang. Instead, he turned to the handsome young man and grinned.

"As per usual, we won’t have any combat missions in the next two weeks. Once the data collection is done, Yuanjie, why not invite Little Luo out for a meal?"

The white-clad Bai Qing, in her thirties, raised her brows in surprise. "Old Yan, are you trying to match Yuanjie with Little Fei?"

The man chuckled. "It’s not about matchmaking. I just think young people should spend more time together and savor their youth. These days, who knows what tomorrow might bring? Even inside the base, there’s no guarantee we’ll survive the next day."

He Shuangshuang chimed in enthusiastically, "I agree! Yuanjie and Major General Luo seem like a good match. He’s the best graduate Abyssal University has seen in over two decades.

"Especially his talent in the research of rune-mech integration. His graduation thesis not only proposed groundbreaking ideas, but also presented feasibility studies that astonished the dean.

"Plus, his cultivation talent is exceptional. He’s already at the Seventh Body Refinement Realm. While pure body refinement may be weaker than the same level in true martial arts, it still proves his remarkable aptitude."

Bai Qing shook her head. "I don’t think they’re suitable. It’s not that Yuanjie isn’t worthy of Little Fei, but she’s still too young."

Yan Feng stroked his chin thoughtfully. "Age doesn’t really matter. Yuanjie is only 21, just four years older than Little Luo. In the mythical world, plenty of people get married at 18."

As he spoke, Yan Feng looked at Ji Yuanjie with a meaningful expression. "Little Luo isn’t an ordinary person. Lately, many in the Research Department have been discreetly inquiring about her."

Bai Qing’s eyes narrowed slightly. "Why are they digging into Little Fei’s background?"

"Haha... what else could it be? ‘Fair maidens are sought by gentlemen.’ Little Luo is beautiful and the sole pilot of Mech No.1. Naturally, she’ll attract a lot of attention."

Bai Qing mused briefly before giving an order. "Little Shuang, notify the Security Department to investigate anyone prying into Little Fei’s information."

"Captain, isn’t that a bit over the top?" Yan Feng scratched his head. "This is the core research area of the Thirteenth Base. Everyone entering here goes through multiple layers of screening. Anyone suspicious wouldn’t even get in."

Bai Qing shook her head. "Old Yan, you’re a tech expert. You wouldn’t understand. Just focus on your work."

"Alright then."

With Bai Qing’s firm stance, the atmosphere in the monitoring center grew tense. Everyone redirected their focus to their tasks.

"The external armor of No.1 has fully self-repaired."

"Energy levels are stable."

"The pilot shows no signs of erosion."

"Soul synchronization level at 83%, a five-point improvement since the last test."

As each piece of data was confirmed, Bai Qing finally waved to Luo Fei in the distance. "Little Fei, you’re off duty now."

Whoosh!

The wind howled as Luo Fei leaped effortlessly from over a hundred meters away, landing on the open balcony of the research lab.

Bai Qing smiled warmly. "Well done, Little Fei."

"Not at all, Big Sister Bai. I'll go change my clothes first." Luo Fei greeted the auxiliary staff for Mech No.1 with a nod before heading to the changing room.

Shortly after, Luo Fei emerged from the room, having swapped her combat uniform for a pink T-shirt and blue jeans, looking refreshingly youthful and stunning.

Meanwhile, the others in the lab were tidying up, preparing to leave for the day. Bai Qing, the squad captain, called out, "Little Luo, let's go together. I have something to discuss with you."

Luo Fei shook her head gently. "You all can leave first. A classmate of mine is coming over, so I'll wait for him."

"A classmate?"

The staff paused, surprised that the person Luo Fei had been talking to earlier was merely a classmate. Their curiosity piqued.

Yan Feng remarked admiringly, "To be Little Luo’s classmate and already making it to the frontlines... He must have exceptional talent."

In the mythical world, the minimum qualification to enter was reaching the Fourth Heavenly Realm, but most students were already at the Fifth Heavenly Realm when they entered, not to mention someone who joined the frontlines as a first-year student.

Luo Fei chuckled softly. "He's not bad. When we last met, he had already broken through to the Seventh Heavenly Realm. After two months, his cultivation is likely even higher now."

Gasp! A first-year at the Seventh Heavenly Realm?

The group looked visibly stunned.

At that moment, footsteps and laughter echoed from the corridor outside. "Major General Chen, the testing lab is just ahead. Major General Luo should still be here at this hour."

Two figures entered the room. One was the building’s director, while the other was a tall, black-haired young man in a gray-white casual outfit.

The moment they laid eyes on him, the entire room fell silent. Phrases like "refined as jade,” "a celestial descended to earth,” and "supremely noble" came to mind.

Although the young man had reined in his aura, appearing no different from an ordinary person, everyone instinctively felt a sense of inadequacy, as though their very presence sullied the air, the sky, and the earth in his vicinity.

Luo Fei’s lips curled into a slight smile. "It seems you’ve made another breakthrough since we last met. But what’s with your hair?"

She blinked curiously, recalling that two months ago, Chen Chu’s hair only reached his ears.

Chen Chu smiled. "I had some opportunities with the Expansion Division recently. My body was reforged, and my hair grew quite a bit in the process."

As he spoke, Chen Chu’s gaze shifted to the distant black-and-red mech standing silently beyond the open balcony. "Is that Mech No.1?"

"Yes," Luo Fei replied with a nod.

Just then, black-and-gold vertical pupils appeared in Chen Chu’s eyes—his Void Death Pupils.

These powerful eyes, known for their immense destructive capabilities, also allowed him to perceive the essence of all things.

In an instant, the world in Chen Chu's vision faded into shades of void. Layers of Mech No.1's formidable armor vanished, revealing the true form within—a massive humanoid lifeform shrouded in chaotic energy.

Boom!

A terrifying aura erupted from No.1, its eyes suddenly lighting up with a menacing blue-white glow. The mech's enormous head slowly turned toward Chen Chu.

At that moment, an oppressive force spread through the research lab. Everyone but Luo Fei, Chen Chu, and the director felt their legs go weak, consumed by panic and fear under No.1's gaze.

As the pilot, Luo Fei had a synchronized soul connection with it, making her immune to its overwhelming hostility. Her expression, however, was one of surprise.

"Chen Chu, you weren’t looking at me earlier. You were looking at No.1, weren’t you?"

The black-and-gold pupils in Chen Chu’s eyes slowly faded. "I was curious, so I took a look."

Luo Fei’s tone turned serious. "No.1 is a sentient being and dislikes being spied upon. It’s fortunate your gaze carried no hostility; otherwise, it would have already attacked you."

𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

Under Luo Fei's soothing influence, the mech’s violent energy subsided, its glowing eyes dimming once more.

"Let’s go," Luo Fei said with a wave to her colleagues, "See you all tomorrow."

After Luo Fei, Chen Chu, and the director left, the remaining staff finally exhaled deeply, their tension easing.

He Shuangshuang patted her chest nervously. "That guy, Chen Chu, is terrifying. He even triggered a reaction from No.1."

Yan Feng mused, "Did you notice? The director addressed him as Major General Chen."

"Right! He called him Major General!"

The revelation left everyone in shock.

In the Federation, the rank of major general marked a significant milestone. Only those at the peak of the Eighth Heavenly Realm or higher, with substantial contributions to the Federation, could attain such a title.

Luo Fei herself had earned her rank after piloting No.1 in a devastating battle that saw her break through multiple enemy legions, slaying numerous Purgatory Demon Clan members and several Ninth Heavenly Realm powerhouses.

In other words, the young man who looked to be Luo Fei’s age was no mere Seventh Heavenly Realm cultivator, but a powerhouse at the very least at the peak of the Eighth Heavenly Realm!

"A seventeen-year-old at the Eighth Heavenly Realm... That’s unbelievable. People like him live in a completely different world from us." Yan Feng sighed, then gave Ji Yuanjie a pat on the shoulder.

***

Blending in with the crowd of researchers leaving work, Luo Fei spoke softly to Chen Chu about her experiences since arriving at the Abyssal Battlefield. Her voice grew more animated as she recounted piloting No.1 and dominating the battlefield.

By the time she finished her story, the two had reached the institute's gate, where a luxurious hovering sports car rested half a meter above the ground.

From the open-top car, Gabriella, wearing sunglasses, waved at Luo Fei. "Luo Fei, over here! Oh? Chen Chu, you’re here at the Abyss as well!"

The blonde girl’s surprised gaze landed on Chen Chu.

Standing beside the car, Chen Chu offered a small smile. "Long time no see, Gabriella."

Gabriella beamed with excitement. "It has been a while! Come on, hop in. My treat today."

After getting in, Chen Chu, seated in the back, asked with mild surprise, "How did the two of you end up hanging out together?"

Gabriella started the car and casually replied, "I’m Luo Fei’s personal bodyguard now. Except for going to the battlefield and daily training, we’re practically always together—even living in the same place."

As the car entered the bustling city, the vibrant streets, towering skyscrapers, and throngs of pedestrians filled Chen Chu’s view.

It was hard to imagine such prosperity in a frontline where destruction loomed over every corner. Here, however, no one seemed to feel the shadow of danger.

Luo Fei chuckled. "It’s surprising how lively this place is, right?"

Chen Chu nodded. "A bit, though this isn’t my first time seeing something like this."

Gabriella, focused on driving, chimed in nonchalantly, "It’s normal. Both cultivators and ordinary people need joy and relaxation. Without it, prolonged stress and tension can lead to problems.

"If that happens, some people might fall into madness, unrest, or even fear, making them susceptible to the Purgatory Demon Clan’s influence. That would be a disastrous loss. To prevent infiltration and ensure safety, the inner city and military bases are strictly separated. The city is divided into dozens of districts, each under tight management.

"Moreover, the skies above each district are guarded by satellites. They're embedded with the remains of peak Ninth Heavenly Realm experts and even demon-king-level Purgatory Demons. Surveillance here is incredibly rigorous."

Finally, Gabriella parked in front of a restaurant. "Here we are. This place is great! I heard the head chef is from East Xia. He spent over ten years cultivating just to break through to the Fourth Heavenly Realm so he could open a restaurant here on the frontlines."

Meanwhile, deep within the Abyssal War City, a conference was taking place in a concealed chamber. Around the circular meeting room sat numerous projections, each radiating immense pressure. At the head of the table hovered a golden cube.

Flanking the cube were Gabriel, a young man in ancient attire, and a middle-aged man whose face was covered in fine golden scales.

From the three heavenly kings seated at the head, the table extended outward, where seventeen additional kings were arranged on either side. The atmosphere in the room was tense and solemn.