Ferocious-level Monster, First Battle!

Ferocious-level Monster, First Battle!

Outside the Base City.

On a long-abandoned highway, an off-road vehicle bearing the West Camp insignia sped along, bouncing up and down as dust billowed behind it.

This was a camp vehicle for Evolvers, making one trip every half hour.

Unlike students, Evolvers hunted powerful monsters that had evolved.

They were rarely seen within ten kilometers of the Base City, at least twenty kilometers out.

Inside the vehicle were two men and a woman, and the atmosphere was lively.

"So you're all from the Inner Patrol Division?" Wang Ye asked curiously. "I thought the Inner Patrol Division only needed to catch Mutants in the Base City. Turns out you also have to hunt outside the city."

"Of course. Firefighters don't just put out fires, either. Besides, how else would we make money if we didn't hunt?" The female patrol officer blinked as she looked at Wang Ye, who had become even more handsome after his gene evolution. "After you pass the Rookie Trial, are you planning to join the Base Defense Division?"

"If all the female patrol officers in the Inner Patrol Division are this pretty, what's there to consider?" Wang Ye smiled and took out his phone. "Let's exchange contacts, Senior. I can ask you for advice when the time comes."

"Sure." The female patrol officer was open and gracious.

The male patrol officer beside her coughed lightly and said seriously, "Don't underestimate an Internal Patrol Officer's work. Human potential is limitless. Once, while on duty, I encountered a Mutant who erupted with strength comparable to an entry-level Evolver in a critical moment. It was astonishing."

Wang Ye nodded. "Agreed. I've seen girls doing squats. Usually, they can't manage more than a few, but in a critical moment, they can keep squatting nonstop."

"Pfft." The female patrol officer covered her mouth, laughing so hard she trembled.

The camp vehicle stopped at No. 3 Garrison, twenty kilometers away. It had been built beside the abandoned Baolong Plaza, with Base Defense Personnel guarding the surrounding area.

After being restarted and renovated, Baolong Plaza had electricity and internet inside, with places to eat, rest, and stay overnight.

After bidding farewell to the enthusiastic senior who had wanted to train with him, Wang Ye opened the map on his Wilderness Watch and sped north.

Most Evolvers would continue west, where a large park had been built around a lake. Many Ferocious-level Monsters roamed there, and there were even Nightmare-level Monsters in the lake.

He couldn't afford to provoke them yet.

To the south lay a vast stretch of abandoned villages, which were temporarily under control.

"It's good to get used to it in advance." Wang Ye saw quite a few newcomers like himself at No. 3 Garrison.

Everyone was preparing for the Rookie Trial four days later.

Naturally, they were all Elite Class Students.

The regular class students were probably still in the Evolution Building, connecting to the Moon Web and cultivating the Advanced Evolution Method.

"There!" As Wang Ye raced along, he soon spotted a Mutated Monster resting atop rubble ahead.

Its cyan-black hide was rough and thick, its powerful hooves were full of explosive force, and it let out an earth-shaking roar.

The Crimson Sun Battle Blade left its sheath.

Screech!

Blood splattered from the blade as Wang Ye killed the Mutated Monster with a single strike.

With a physique rating of 230, he was more than twice as strong as during his previous hunts.

"Good blade!" Wang Ye's eyes shone brightly.

This Crimson Sun Battle Blade had been forged using Crystal's battle blade from the Moon Web's Technique Area, based on insights into the Crimson Sun Blade Art.

It was identical in every detail. Though it was rookie equipment, it felt remarkably smooth to wield, only slightly heavy.

Once he broke through to become a First Order Gene Warrior, that would no longer be much of a problem.

1 Potential Point ↑

A good start.

Five hours later.

Killed a Mutated Beast.

Potential Points: 7 → 8

Light flickered before his eyes as Wang Ye looked up at the sky.

The sun was setting, and darkness was gradually falling.

The wilderness was extremely dangerous at night.

"Not bad efficiency. Two Potential Points."

"On a normal day, I should be able to get around five Potential Points."

Compared to the previous three Potential Points per day, his efficiency had nearly doubled.

And it was very safe.

"It's rare to have a day without a scratch." Wang Ye smiled and called it a day.

His body had only just recovered, so he should take it easy. Otherwise, Doctor Shu would be heartbroken and cry again tonight.

His senior had been right. The area north of No. 3 Garrison was indeed more suitable for newcomers to hunt.

As long as they didn't venture too far from the garrison, they would basically never encounter Ferocious-level Monsters.

Back to camp!

Just as Wang Ye was about to leave, the ground beneath his feet suddenly shook violently.

The tremors came from far away and drew nearer, like an earthquake. Furious beastly roars rang in his ears, mixed with rage and pain.

Wang Ye whirled around. In the distance, dust filled the air as a black monster the size of a car charged straight at him, snorting through its nostrils. One of its two horns had broken off, and its speed was definitely over 200.

Good grief!

He had run into a Ferocious-level Monster!

It was easy to determine whether a monster was mutated or evolved.

Mutated Monsters underwent genetic mutation. Ninety-nine percent of them were grotesque and terrifying in appearance, with blood-red pupils and muddled minds, like they had rabies.

Evolved Monsters generally retained their original appearance. However, as their genes evolved and they naturally absorbed Cosmic Energy, their bodies grew larger, more imposing, and stronger!

Like the Ferocious-level Bull Monster before him!

Fight? Run?

Two thoughts flashed through Wang Ye's mind, and he made his decision in an instant.

Fight!

Because he couldn't escape.

The surroundings were wide open, with no buildings or narrow passages to use. How could he possibly outrun something that ran like a sports car?

Wang Ye focused his mind and cast aside all distractions.

The Crimson Sun Battle Blade clenched in his hand grew scorching hot.

Thud! Thud! Thud!

It drew closer and closer. He could even hear the Ferocious-level Bull Monster's heavy breathing and smell its stench.

Up close, the difference in size was even more apparent. The three-meter-tall Ferocious-level Bull Monster's blackish-green hide resembled natural armor, and its defense far surpassed that of humans at the same level.

Thud! Thud! Thud!

Wang Ye swiftly changed position.

Although the Ferocious-level Bull Monster was enormous, it was exceptionally agile. It adjusted slightly without slowing down, clearly intent on sending Wang Ye flying into the sky.

This was definitely a bull.

Limit Breaking Skill, Square Circle!

Unable to find an opening to attack, Wang Ye used the Crimson Sun Battle Blade to form a circle, moving as he redirected the Ferocious-level Bull Monster's astonishing impact.

His blood surged! The battle blade collided with its broken horn, and he rapidly retreated, his arms going numb.

Terrifying strength!

It was injured!

As he moved, Wang Ye noticed something off about the Ferocious-level Bull Monster.

On the right side of its body was a horrific wound, seemingly pierced by a spear-like weapon.

Blood continued to seep out as it moved, and the wound and pain were affecting its movements.

Attack its weak spot!

Wang Ye made full use of his agility advantage.

Although the Ferocious-level Bull Monster had slammed him around until his whole body felt like it was falling apart, the defensive effect of the Limit Breaking Skill Square Circle was truly unparalleled. His injuries were actually not severe.

Circle to Square!

The Crimson Sun Battle Blade swept across the Ferocious-level Bull Monster's bleeding wound in a perfect, ultimate variation of an entry-level blade technique, driving it even more berserk.

Wang Ye pulled the blade along with the motion, forcibly tearing the wound open. Then he struck backhanded and used the force to retreat, defending once more with Square Circle.

The Ferocious-level Bull Monster flew into a rage. Its body lost balance, and it pawed at the ground with its hooves, trying to flee.

You rammed me for so long, and now that you're bleeding, you want to leave?

How could it be that easy!

Wang Ye stepped forward explosively and unleashed the Crimson Sun Blade Art.

Opening stance, Rising Sun!

This move was incredibly fast, striking at the Ferocious-level Bull Monster from behind as it fled.

All the essence and energy in his body gathered together. It was as though a rising sun within him radiated blazing heat, igniting the Crimson Sun Battle Blade.

Screech!

With one slash, both his hands went completely numb, but the Crimson Sun Battle Blade directly hacked the Ferocious-level Bull Monster to the ground!

The horrific wound was already a bloody mess, deep enough to expose bone.

Slash! Slash! Slash!

Wang Ye gave the Ferocious-level Bull Monster no chance to stand again. The Crimson Sun Battle Blade struck again and again, carving it apart like a master butcher dismembering an ox.

After more than a dozen strikes, he finally killed the tenacious Ferocious-level Bull Monster.

Killed a First Order Bull Monster.
Potential Points: 8 → 3

(End of Chapter)