Chapter 36: Investigation (III)

After hanging up the communication, Lin Fan did not hesitate for a second, quickly activating his quantum phone, setting the stealth device to maximum performance, and simultaneously plotting the fastest return route.

"A creation of a Level 4 civilization cannot appear here without reason. These mysterious people are clearly targeting us."

Lin Fan's gaze turned cold, and the worry in his heart grew heavier.

Meanwhile, inside Star-Moon Manor.

Lei Ting was drenched in sweat, his Gatling gun firing continuously, but the energy shields equipped by the opponents were almost impenetrable.

Behind him were the other trapped members, leaning against the cover, their faces filled with anxiety and despair.

"Who on earth are these guys?"

Lei Ting gritted his teeth and whispered; his mechanical prosthetic functions were completely suppressed, and now even simple movements were extremely difficult for him.

Yet the opponent's offensive grew increasingly fierce, with an unstoppable momentum.

Fortunately, Yin Miaoxue had recovered her cultivation, and barrier after barrier of Immortal Qi blocked the attacks of these mysterious individuals.

Behind her, Princess Hu Qinlan and Princess Jin Xuan gritted their teeth, but could only watch helplessly.

"Lei Ting, how much firepower do we have left?" Princess Jin Xuan asked calmly, her gaze sharp.

Lei Ting panted as he replied: "The ammunition can last another ten minutes, but they don't seem to just want to defeat us; it's more like they are looking for something…"

Yin Miaoxue's gaze tightened as she whispered to herself: "Could it be Lin Fan…"

At this moment, the enemy's offensive became even more intense; the outer defense System of the manor had long since failed, and the enemies were gradually closing in on the inner core area.

Lin Fan rushed back at full speed.

He used the stealth device to bypass the academy's security System.

At the academy gate, accompanied by the screech of brakes, Karl drove the starfire c9 and quickly appeared in front of Lin Fan.

"Get into the passenger seat, let me drive."

Lin Fan drove at top speed toward Star-Moon Manor the entire way. He knew deeply that every second was crucial at this moment.

The real-time monitoring on his quantum phone showed that the manor's energy field was being strongly interfered with, and the opponents were clearly carrying high-tech equipment.

"It looks like this will be a tough battle." His gaze was firm, and his hands gripped the steering wheel tightly.

Lin Fan secretly made a resolution in his heart: "No matter what, I must protect them!"

Lin Fan's heartbeat gradually accelerated as his eyes remained fixed on the road ahead.

Every passing second made him feel more anxious, his heart filled with worry for Yin Miaoxue, Princess Hu Qinlan, and Princess Jin Xuan.

As the speed increased, the starfire c9 sped along the road; the sharp turns and the whistling of the wind could hardly mask the turmoil in his heart.

At this moment, there was only one thought in Lin Fan's mind: "No matter what, I cannot let them get hurt."

The interface of the quantum phone updated the situation inside the manor in real time.

Although the external interference prevented him from having full control, he could see information about the enemies every few minutes.

His gaze gradually turned calm, and he analyzed the enemies' actions in his mind.

"These people are clearly not ordinary gangsters; there must be an unknown background behind them. Technology from a Level 4 civilization has actually appeared in this area."

He had already guessed that these enemies could not just be targeting him; it must surely involve other, more complex situations.

Lin Fan's fingers swiped rapidly across the quantum phone, beginning to pull up relevant data, attempting to find clues related to these people.

At this moment, he finally saw that familiar emblem—the "Black Obsidian Organization".

This was a mysterious force rumored to be hidden behind the major Domains of the Galactic Federation. Although public information was scarce, through various signs, Lin Fan could confirm that there was a more complex scheme behind this organization than he had imagined.

"So it's the Black Obsidian Organization… It seems they know of my existence."

The tracks of the Black Obsidian Organization had never appeared in public archives; all intelligence was circulated through fringe channels.

Lin Fan now understood that the Black Obsidian Organization was not just trying to obtain his technology; they seemed to be searching for some even more deadly secrets.

He took a deep breath, his gaze flickering.

The speed increased again; he knew that if he didn't return soon, it might be too late.

Outside Star-Moon Manor, the enemy's footsteps were drawing closer.

Lei Ting and the other members had already transferred the wounded to the safe area on the second basement level.

But the enemy's offensive momentum was getting stronger. That group of mysterious people was equipped with ultra-high-tech weapons, and their goal was clearly not just the manor's defensive facilities.

Yin Miaoxue clenched her fists. On Earth, although she could not use her full cultivation, the cold aura she exuded still made the enemies feel oppressed.

Princess Hu Qinlan and Princess Jin Xuan followed closely behind; the three of them seemed to have become a tight-knit combat unit.

"Prepare to face the most intense battle."

Yin Miaoxue said in a low voice, ready at any moment to activate the frost moon e1 mecha form.

Just then, the manor's gate was violently smashed open, and a group of people wearing black combat armor stormed into the inner courtyard.

Although Lin Fan had not yet arrived, the Black Obsidian Organization had already begun a suppressive sweep inside the manor.

"Protect yourselves, don't let the enemies get close to the core area!"

Yin Miaoxue shouted, activating the frost moon e1 mecha form.

Meanwhile, Lin Fan had approached the edge of the manor. He used his quantum phone to mobilize the drone System outside the manor, temporarily gaining a clearer view of the enemy's movements.

"Give me five more minutes." The anxiety in Lin Fan's heart grew even more intense.

With the activation of Yin Miaoxue's frost moon e1 mecha, the air in the entire manor seemed to freeze instantly.

The surface of the mecha emitted an ice-blue chill, and its dual-bladed wings slowly unfolded like two frozen ice crystals, radiating an incomparably cold and stunning light.

Every joint of the mecha was precise and fluid, as if designed to perfectly complement Yin Miaoxue's movements.

She slowly stood up from the mecha cockpit, her slender figure as elegant as an ice sculpture, with cold killing intent flashing in her eyes.

Although her full cultivation could not be unleashed due to Earth's limitations, her Golden Core Peak cultivation still granted her the powerful strength to deal with any enemy.

"Break!"

Yin Miaoxue shouted coldly, and the frost moon e1 mecha suddenly accelerated, its azure vector thrusters trailing long exhaust flames as it rushed toward the enemy's position.

Ahead, the members of the Black Obsidian Organization had begun to surround the manor, in the surrounding darkness.

Dozens of fully armed soldiers approached silently, attempting to cut off Yin Miaoxue's retreat.

Invisible interference waves began to act upon Yin Miaoxue's mecha, the fluctuations rapidly striking the mecha's control System in an attempt to paralyze it.

However, Yin Miaoxue's mecha was originally a product modified jointly by Lin Fan, Zhang Tie, and Zhang Ming, adopting a core System far superior to Earth's technology; naturally, these interference waves could not have any substantial effect on it.

"Boss, our interference equipment has no effect on this mecha."

An intruder in the front row, wearing high-tech combat armor, reported rapidly. His voice was transmitted through the communication channel to the enemy command post.

"Then crush it."

The leader of the Black Obsidian Organization, sitting in an armored vehicle outside the manor, sneered, a trace of disdain flashing in his eyes.

The monitoring screen inside the vehicle displayed the image of Yin Miaoxue's mecha; his gaze was cold, and his expression was stern.

This leader was tall, around forty years old, with a firm face, appearing steady and dignified.

His combat armor was full of metallic texture, with advanced energy conduits covering his shoulders and chest, and his deep eyes could almost pierce through every detail of the battlefield.

Just as he was about to order a full-scale attack, the voice of another subordinate came through, with a hint of hesitation: "But she seems to be a girl, and a top-tier one at that."

There was a hint of surprise in that member's tone; he was clearly attracted by Yin Miaoxue's appearance.

The leader sneered coldly, the coldness in his eyes growing more intense, his tone devoid of any fluctuation: "Then capture her alive, do not allow a single scratch on her."

"Yes, Boss."