"So, Auntie, where are they training now?"

It was still Nangong Qianrou speaking. She admired Feng Yi even more than many girls.

Not to mention anything else, just in terms of looks, Feng Yi could beat 100% of men, especially being such a legendary hero.

"I don't know, Feng Yi just gave a brief explanation back then and left with Zi Yu. Hmm, Zi Yu mentioned recently that they returned to Mardis."

"Mardis, doesn't that mean Feng Yi is also on this planet?"

"Possibly."

Upon hearing this, Nangong Qianrou's gaze at her boyfriend suddenly became less appealing.

"Oh, right, my family also prepared a gift for grandpa."

Just then, Nangong Youyu interrupted Qianrou's conversation, walked up to the clan leader, and unveiled a landscape painting...

The clan leader, upon seeing the painting, couldn't help but gasp. He usually loved calligraphy, paintings, and antiques; otherwise, Qianrou wouldn't have had her boyfriend prepare a crystal cup as a gift.

But this landscape painting was different; it had a sense of age and was undoubtedly valuable.

"Haha, good, good child." The clan leader nodded with gratification and asked her, "Youyu, what are your future plans? Are you going back to the country or choosing to develop in a new place?"

"Mechas are my dream, so I decided to go to... the Blaze Corps, to start anew."

"The Blaze Corps?"

"Yes."

Upon hearing this, many family members were surprised. Youyu was a white-clad pilot graduated from the Silver Alliance's military academy. Although the Federation and the Alliance are allies, they are not the same force.

Doesn't she have any attachment to the Alliance's military dream? Moreover, Youyu is one of the 12 Novas. Although there have been precedents, the Alliance army joins in various ways—support or study—but Youyu's status is too special.

However, Youyu's aspirations were firm. She responded that if it were wartime, she wouldn't consider joining other forces.

Now is a time of peace, and her dream is to continually exceed herself.

Rekart certainly did not have top pilots, but the Yate Federation is different, especially the Blaze Corps.

There's Apophis, and Hugo, and just these two were enough reasons for Youyu to convince herself to start from the grassroots level.

She would never forget the last debacle.

It was because of Revenge Shadow Rider that her insignificance was magnified, reflecting the most real aspect of the world.

Once, she didn't understand the concept of "there's always a higher mountain." Youyu rarely tasted defeat; even if she failed, she would chalk it up to her lack of performance and inexperience in real combat.

Only after encountering Revenge Shadow Rider did Youyu profoundly realize the most valuable lesson of an ace pilot.

She received a lesson from Revenge Shadow Rider; she was utterly weak, and was stunned to collapse on a battlefield under the spotlight.

If such words were applied to someone in white, ordinary people would find it laughable.

However, it wasn't until she truly faced off against Revenge Shadow Rider that she understood how terrifying that guy really was.

Fortunately, Youyu accepted failure.

She decided to join Blaze Corps and learn from those real veterans who had set foot on the battlefield.

Undoubtedly, whether Apophis or Hugo, they had fought side by side with Feng Yi, and were comrades of Revenge Shadow Rider.

Once, Youyu even heard a rumor, which said that during a battle, even someone as formidable as Revenge Shadow Rider was suppressed by Hugo, a Red Cloak driver, and was forced to dodge repeatedly.

Initially, she found it downright laughable, utterly absurd.

The reason was simple; Revenge Shadow Rider was considered the world's strongest pilot at that time. Hugo was just a Red Cloak, and the disparity in strength seemed insurmountable.

Yet, Hugo did manage to suppress Revenge Shadow Rider, and she even looked up that footage. Finally, Youyu concluded that perhaps the rumored Revenge Shadow Rider wasn't much.

Until she fought one, that battle overturned Youyu's years of understanding, making all she learned in the military academy seem worthless, a load of crap.

To this day, Youyu finally knew what she was most lacking.

It's quality, the warrior's soul, and unwavering determination. Because of this, Hugo could stand toe-to-toe with top white-clads in battles.

So, Youyu's decision was not just a spur-of-the-moment idea; she truly longed for the Blaze Corps.

This longing had always been buried deep within her and was only revealed now, inadvertently.

She believed that in the whole Blaze Corps, it wasn't only Hugo and Apophis who could defeat her. Even the veterans coming off the battlefield could likely become her opponents.

Perhaps technically, in terms of awareness and ability, she could surpass many veterans, but she lacked the most valuable thing: real combat experience.

Someone who hasn't been to the battlefield will never know how terrifying the real battlefield is.

On the real battlefield, situations are complex, and you're more likely to get shot by a stray bullet than killed by an opponent's ace pilot, or be struck by a missile from out of nowhere.

Imagine, the top warriors in the Blaze Corps, who use battles to hone battles in such an environment, clearly indicating their average combat level far exceeds her imagination; thus, the Blaze Corps is Youyu's goal and aspiration.

After all, there, she also has the chance to meet Revenge Shadow Rider.

"Good child, so ambitious! Grandpa supports your decision. The Federation's visas will prioritize your family."

"Thank you, Grandpa!"

Youyu rarely smiled. Her smile was very sweet, unexpectedly achieving the first step of her dream so quickly, because only by transferring citizenship could she be eligible to join the Blaze Corps.

"You don't have to go through so much trouble anymore." Nangong Qi chimed in suddenly.

"What do you mean, Qi'er?"

"The Nangong Family has visa exemption; you can directly transfer to Mardis."

Upon hearing this, everyone began to discuss amongst themselves. What was wrong with Nan Qi? Hadn't she woken up yet?

"Little Sister Qi'er, you can't talk nonsense." Qianrou tried to patiently guide her, "Let's not talk about our Nangong Family; even with Surge Company's connections over the years, getting a visa exemption for one person is nearly impossible, let alone the whole family."

The people around nodded; although Qianrou liked to discourage people, her words were not without reason.

If we're talking about visa exemptions, the Federation's only massive exception was at the formation of the Blaze Corps, where Feng Yi executed it with special envoy authority, and it was during a special time of chaos. But now, even with the Silver Alliance's influence, it would be difficult."

"Everyone quiet down, Qi'er, continue."

The old clan leader straightened his expression at this time. He knew this beloved granddaughter best, not to mention Qi'er had an unusual relationship with Feng Yi. Feng Yi once said he wouldn't look for her, but when it comes to relationships, who can say for sure? Perhaps Qi'er was the one who sought out Feng Yi?

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