Swallowed Star: Mechanical Race Overlord
Chapter 40

Fighter Jet Crashes, Stranded in the Wilderness

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Following Liu Yun's warning, the atmosphere inside the Ghost Fighter instantly froze. Outside the window, the terrifying canopy woven by flying monsters descended like the apocalypse, and the horrors of these various creatures became apparent one by one:

Some monsters resembled giant eagles, their wing edges shimmering with a metallic luster, each flap accompanied by a sharp, intimidating screech; others were like massive bats, draped in dark scales with chilling, venom-filled sacs hanging from their abdomens, occasionally spraying corrosive green liquid that made the very air hiss and sizzle wherever it touched; even more terrifying were the low-altitude, intelligent giant beasts that seemed to command the others, letting out low roars and leading the beast tide in a highly rhythmic assault against the Ghost Fighter.

Facing this nearly endless tide of beasts, the Ghost Fighter's weapon systems, though powerful, were gradually becoming overwhelmed. Bullets and missiles poured out like rain, yet they only managed to clear a small area before more monsters rushed in to fill the gaps. Liu Yun knew this could not last, so he quickly made a decision: "Everyone prepare, we are abandoning the fighter and jumping to safety!"

If his own Excalibur Brave were here, it certainly wouldn't be in this state; the Ghost Fighter wasn't modified sufficiently, which was why it couldn't withstand such a massive siege of monsters.

At the same time, the Australian continent was home to King-level Monsters, and even he dared not face a beast tide head-on. Abandoning the fighter now was a desperate but wise move.

Following Liu Yun's order, the team members in the cabin quickly donned their parachuting gear. Amidst violent turbulence, the cabin door was forced open, and a gust of gale-force wind mixed with the roars of monsters instantly flooded the cabin. The members leaped out one after another, shooting toward the unknown ground below like arrows released from a bow. Liu Yun, being the last, jumped without hesitation while simultaneously initiating the fighter's self-destruct sequence, hoping it would at least partially slow the pursuit of the beast tide.

The Ghost Fighter streaked across the sky in a dazzling flash of fire before exploding with a roar. The massive shockwave and flames temporarily stunned some of the monsters, though it also made the surrounding air even hotter and more chaotic. Liu Yun and his team drifted slowly through the air with their parachutes, their hearts filled with anxiety over the unknown challenges ahead.

This time, they had lost all their supplies and equipment, forcing them to prepare for survival in the wilderness. Although this wasn't a major issue for experts at the War God level, they wouldn't die in the wilderness so easily.

The scope of this sudden beast tide was unimaginably vast. In the nearby sky, several Limit Dojo ships were not spared either, as they were also subjected to fierce attacks from the beast tide.

Inside one of these ships sat Liu Yun's former teammates, trainees from the Elite Training Camp, who had unexpectedly encountered this disaster. The ship teetered under the siege of monsters, and they too were forced to make the same choice as Liu Yun: abandon the ship to save their lives!

The Australian continent, this vast expanse, was now a tapestry of desolation and wildness. The earth was covered in a thick layer of dust, and while sparse vegetation grew stubbornly under the scorching sun, it could not hide the barrenness and bleakness beneath. In the distance lay endless sand dunes and craggy mountain ranges, with the occasional roar of a monster adding to the chilling atmosphere.

Near the site of the Ghost Fighter's explosion, the scene was a mess. Wreckage was scattered everywhere, the metal fragments gleaming coldly in the sunset, contrasting sharply with the scorched earth. The air was thick with the smell of burning and blood—the lingering aftermath of battle and destruction. Not far away, the wreckage of several Limit Dojo ships lay scattered about, also bearing witness to this sudden catastrophe.

In this Australian hinterland, carved by war and desolation, Liu Yun and his four uniquely charming companions were reunited on a lonely ridge, as if by the meticulous arrangement of the wheel of fate.

With hair like a golden waterfall and a curvaceous figure, Yang Xiaolong radiated an uninhibited allure with every turn, her swaying waist highlighting her graceful physique!

Blacka was known for her smooth, straight black hair cut in a princess style; she resembled a classical Eastern beauty, gentle and devoid of any hostility.

Ruby, the youngest, was lively and adorable to the point of being naive. Her smile was like the warm sun in spring, comforting and healing, making one feel a sense of endearment.

As for Xueni, she was like a Snow White stepped out of a fairy tale, with skin as white as snow and a pure, flawless presence that seemed to bestow a holy radiance upon this desolate land.

Liu Yun looked at these people gathered around him, his heart filled with joy. These were the real heroines, and having four of them at once was a massive gain!

Seeing Liu Yun's infatuated look, Xueni was so angry she almost started a fight, though she was ultimately held back by Yang Xiaolong.

"Forget it! Forget it! We killed his battle pet, we owe him."

This settled the first internal conflict, and the four young women had to continue taking orders from their fantasizing superior rather than killing him.

Just then, a familiar sound came from nearby, breaking the brief silence. Liu Yun looked toward the source and saw his former comrades Wang Tianba, Xiao Wu, Captain You, Huang Mei, and He Lan also descending with difficulty from the sky.

"Liu Yun! You're here too? Are you all okay?" Wang Tianba spoke first, his voice as hearty and straightforward as ever.

The Four-Color Squad was taken aback; only Liu Yun knew that he and Wang Tianba were on good terms.

When it came to old teammates, one didn't need to worry about the inner details, but one had to give enough face on the surface. Liu Yun had always kept a clear account of such things in his heart.

Liu Yun stepped forward and exchanged a few pleasantries with the others in the group. Once things were said, they were at least not enemies.

"We're all fine, just lost some equipment. What about you guys?"

"Same here, but as long as everyone is safe, that's what matters." Xiao Wu brushed the dust off his body, his gaze sweeping over the group as a warmth welled up in his heart.

The group sat in a circle and briefly exchanged their experiences, feeling a deeper sense of awe for this Australian continent full of unknowns and dangers. They knew the road ahead would be even tougher, especially since they had lost all their equipment.

Wang Tianba pulled a cigar from his pocket, lit it, and pointed at the beautiful girls beside Liu Yun.

"Tell me, brother, what were you thinking after you left? A configuration of one man and four women—did you go and build a 'harem squad'?"

He was actually quite capable; not long after Liu Yun left the Limit Dojo, he had broken through to become a War General, and now, using traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions, he had successfully reached the level of a mid-tier War General.

At these words, Liu Yun's face flushed with embarrassment, and he hurriedly explained.

"This is the Four-Color Squad, not some harem squad!"

However, few people believed this. Yang Xiaolong, Ruby, and the others all looked ashen, reluctantly accepting the name "harem squad," while Xiao Wu stepped forward with a mischievous grin.

"If there's anyone you don't like, why not reward them to your brother here? I don't think any of these girls are going anywhere."

Having taken the medicinal herbs, he was currently only a low-tier War General, much like Liu Yun, and he began to banter directly.

It was a pleasant bit of horseplay that dispelled the gloom in their hearts. Although the plane had essentially crashed, none of them felt they were doomed; martial artists were the type of people who could survive in any adversity.

At this moment, He Lan finally stepped forward. She smiled, clutching the arm of the War God captain, Captain You, and walked over slowly! She was as beautiful as the day they parted, and just as heartless.

"Oh my, you've finally recovered! Let's not dwell on our breakup from before!"

Captain You, that former comrade-in-arms, wore a gentle smile, his eyes filled with both doting affection for He Lan and a complex understanding of Liu Yun.

"I was the one who paid for your surgery, but it seems you treated yourself with herbal medicine. That is truly incredible!"

That was Captain You, Liu Yun's old captain. His breakthrough to War God had happened during the recent rise in Huaxia's overall strength. The details were truly heartbreaking for Liu Yun; in short, the moment He Lan saw Liu Yun had no hope, she immediately threw herself into the captain's arms.

"Hmph, when did I ever dwell on it? Be careful, you lot. Australia is dangerous."

The reason he didn't return to the Limit Dojo was because of He Lan. His words were laced with bitterness, and Yang Xiaolong caught on to the situation.

"Oh ho, is this an old flame?"

All four beautiful girls were extremely interested in gossip about Liu Yun. After all, Liu Yun had saddled them with heavy debt, and if they had the chance, they would definitely tease him mercilessly.

He Lan, not knowing what kind of mood she was in, stepped forward again to speak!

"Thank you for taking care of him in my stead. Now that you've become a War God, we all have our own paths to follow. I hope you find your own happiness."

The way she said it, it was as if everything had nothing to do with her. Liu Yun smiled, a very miserable smile. Back then, he had suffered a spinal injury just to save He Lan from the claws of a monster; who knew it would end like this.

Captain You interjected at the right moment, breaking the subtle awkwardness in the air: "Alright, now is not the time for reminiscing. We need to quickly plan our next move. This continent is full of unknowns, and we must be cautious if we want to survive."

They now belonged to different factions, so naturally, they could no longer remain entangled. Wang Tianba tossed his cigar aside and said with regret!

"Brother, my hands are tied! I'm leaving now! Take care of yourself."

Off to the side, Huang Mei, who was at odds with Liu Yun, was also part of Captain You's faction.

"Hmph, since the past has already been abandoned, what else is there to say! Let me tell you something, Liu Yun. Our Limit Dojo isn't necessarily afraid of you, so don't even think about causing trouble."

Huang Mei warned Liu Yun, and the people from the Limit Dojo departed. They were numerous and their overall strength was indeed not bad; in reality, they were just a massive training camp.

Even Wang Tianba, who had always been good to Liu Yun, spoke his mind!

"Liu Yun, even though you are a War God now, you abandoned me and the Flying Man Squad after all! I still have my own integrity, and my integrity does not allow me to defect to you."

This Wang Tianba loved to talk about integrity, integrity! What Wang Tianba meant was that He Lan had abandoned him, and as a result, he felt that Liu Yun had abandoned Wang Tianba! It wasn't loyal, and it damaged his integrity.

Their team was called the "Flying Man Squad," and the people in it were all very loyal. In fact, even You Suowei was a man with a story, and Liu Yun had no intention of holding a grudge against them.

"Don't put it so harshly. At least I didn't intentionally try to damage your integrity. From here on out, be careful!"

That was all he said, and regardless of the four gazes behind him that felt like sword light, he parted ways with these people amicably.

Even Luo Feng should have been here, but perhaps his plane had crashed further away. Liu Yun stopped thinking about all of this; the people from the Limit Dojo and he were now strangers.

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