Fang Mo flew toward the gates of the Mechanical Empire fortress.
Blue light swept over Fang Mo from atop the walls, making his heart leap into his throat. Out of the corner of his eye, he saw the energy cannons on the wall faintly turning toward him.
If he failed to pass inspection, he would have to flee. Otherwise, he might be blasted to death on the spot.
"Identity confirmed. Black Flame Third Pioneer Legion, Level 4 Liquid Metal Warrior Kerry. Passage granted!"
A mechanical voice rang out above the city gates, and the defenses at the entrance slowly opened.
"Look, that's a Level 4 Liquid Metal Warrior from the Pioneer Legion! They're nobles of the Empire. If only we could become Liquid Metal Warriors someday!"
"You... forget it. If you didn't pass the Liquid Metal Warrior genetic test before turning eighteen, you basically have no chance!"
"Yeah! We're lucky enough to become Mech Warriors. We probably won't have many chances to improve again in this lifetime!"
There were many Mechanical Empire soldiers at the gate, along with soldiers inside the vehicles transporting Mech Warriors. As they watched Fang Mo hovering above the entrance, their eyes were filled with fervor and envy.
Mechanical Empire soldiers were divided into three levels. The most ordinary soldiers could use energy weapons.
The second level consisted of Mech Warriors. Martial artists combined with mechs to become Mech Warriors, who were divided into Levels 1, 2, and 3, corresponding respectively to the Heavenly Human Realm, Transcendent Realm, and True Man Realm.
Becoming a Mech Warrior meant never having to worry about food or drink, with high salaries and generous benefits. Moreover, any Mech Warrior was automatically promoted to a first-class citizen.
However, beyond that point, mechs could no longer unleash greater power. To advance further,