3500 Meters Underground

The intelligent fighter jet hovered high in the sky. Luo Feng looked down from above. Small fighter jets were scattered around the shores of the hundred-mile-wide lake, some setting up laser cannons, others deploying special detection and monitoring equipment. Numerous personnel worked under the protection of a group of Warriors! Within dozens of miles of the lake, hardly a single living monster could be seen! Besides these small fighter jets, there were also six super-large, saucer-shaped passenger planes. "How many people have all the countries in the world deployed?" Luo Feng sighed with emotion. The nation's rallying power was truly different; with a single command, all sorts of equipment and elites were immediately dispatched. ... "Command Center, Command Center, this is 03, this is 03, all clear, all clear." "Command Center, Command Center, this is 08, this is 08, direction adjusted, direction adjusted." A large volume of messages quickly reached the Command Center. A giant, blood-red saucer-shaped passenger plane was parked 1500 meters from the lake shore. This was the Huaxia Nation's base of operations for the Mist Island lake battle! It also served as the Command Center. Along the vast lake shore, a total of six massive saucer-shaped passenger planes were dispersed. They belonged to the Huaxia Nation, Soviet Russia, India, America, the European Union, and the HR Alliance. These large saucer-shaped passenger planes were extremely expensive; most Base Cities couldn't afford to build them, nor would they be willing to. This time, the five major powers and the HR Alliance each deployed a giant saucer-shaped passenger plane to the lake shore, using them as their bases of operation. High defense and strong mobility indeed made them the optimal bases. ... "I should still diligently practice the second layer of the Duntiansuo," Luo Feng thought, watching the developments below with interest while preparing to cultivate. Suddenly, the auxiliary optical computer on his arm vibrated slightly. "Hello," Luo Feng answered the call. "This is Jia Yi. I wonder if I have the honor of inviting Councilor Luo Feng for a meeting?" A slightly gentle voice sounded. "Jia Yi? Where are you now?" Luo Feng's heart stirred slightly. "Luo Feng, you're in mid-air, so you should be able to see the six large saucer-shaped passenger planes by the Mist Island lake shore, right? The blood-red one is our Huaxia Nation's base of operations here. I'm inside. I've already arranged for someone to meet you at the base entrance," Jia Yi said enthusiastically. "I'll be right there." Luo Feng flew directly out of his intelligent fighter jet and headed towards the blood-red giant saucer-shaped passenger plane below. "Test combat power, display Apprentice-level Ninth Tier and above," Luo Feng instructed, pointing his auxiliary optical computer at the saucer-shaped passenger plane below. Immediately, a series of messages appeared on his arm-mounted optical computer screen. "Oh, four Councilors? Twelve Advanced Tier War Gods?" "Our Huaxia side is quite strong," Luo Feng thought, a little surprised. Luo Feng landed at the entrance of the saucer-shaped passenger plane. A beautiful woman with a pleasant face bowed slightly: "Councilor Luo, please follow me." As he followed the welcoming woman into the corridor of the saucer-shaped passenger plane, she continued, "This corridor has been converted into a 'laser passage.' Any unauthorized intruder will be shot on sight. Please wait a moment." "Beep, beep, beep!" The red warning lights above the corridor flashed three times, then extinguished. "The General Commander and the others are in the top-level cabin," the welcoming woman said, pointing to the stairs. Luo Feng looked up; the top-level metal door at the end of the stairs was closed, and two War God-level guards stood at the entrance. "Even the doormen are War Gods," Luo Feng mused inwardly. "Greetings, Councilor Luo," the two bowed slightly. Whoosh! The metal door opened. Luo Feng stepped directly inside. The circular hall on the top floor had been completely renovated, devoid of typical passenger seats. Instead, it was equipped with numerous globally advanced devices, including some unearthed from ancient civilization ruins. In the center of the circular hall was a slightly raised circular platform, and on this metallic platform stood four Warriors in combat suits. They all looked quite old, with one even having white hair. "Luo Feng." "Councilor Luo." All four approached with warm smiles. The leanest middle-aged man, who seemed to be their leader, chuckled, "Luo Feng, you've broken through?" "Oh, just a few days ago," Luo Feng nodded. It was clear that his aerial flight earlier had informed the four Councilors that he had officially entered the 'Councilor-level.' Their attitudes immediately changed completely. In the past, the Councilors hadn't shown Luo Feng much respect, but once Luo Feng broke through... He could kill Li Yao without breaking through. Once he broke through, what then? He was definitely a powerhouse among Councilors, so how could they not be enthusiastic? "Mr. Jia Yi, ever since I learned about Councilor Jia's deeds, I've wanted to meet you. I didn't get to see you last time when I took over as Inspector, but this time I finally have the chance," Luo Feng said with a smile. This wasn't flattery; ever since his status had risen, allowing him to access many people's files... Especially after seeing Jia Yi's file, Luo Feng had always held a certain admiration for him! Jia Yi was quite legendary. Jia Yi's father and grandfather were both soldiers! Even Jia Yi's great-grandfather had fought in the Eight-Year War of Resistance and the Korean War! This was a military family. Jia Yi, however, was frail and underdeveloped as a child, with a small physique. Yet, during the Grand Nirvana period, it was Jia Yi! He repeatedly performed legendary acts of great salvation, saving over ten million Huaxia citizens who were fleeing at the time! During the Grand Nirvana period, Warrior cultivation hadn't yet become systematic. Despite this, Jia Yi managed to become the military's first 'existence beyond War God-level,' and his contributions during the establishment of the Base Cities were even greater. He had always been the military's pride, and especially after becoming an 'existence beyond War God-level,' Jia Yi remained absolutely loyal to the nation without hesitation! Over decades of contributions, he directly saved tens of millions of people. Indirectly, even more! Such achievements, combined with his strength, made Jia Yi the current Vice Chairman of the Military Commission. In terms of actual power... he was definitely among the top three in the Huaxia Nation. He was truly a leading figure in the Huaxia Nation's military. "Planetary Level Two!" "If Jia Yi had lived in my era, with guided cultivation, his achievements would likely be even greater." Luo Feng greatly admired this man, particularly for his achievements in saving tens of millions of Huaxia citizens during their exodus in the Grand Nirvana period. "Haha, I've also been eager to meet the new generation of genius Warriors from our Huaxia Nation," Jia Yi smiled. "Come, you know these three beside me, right?" "Councilor Zhu, Councilor Tuoba, Councilor Deng," Luo Feng smiled. The three Councilors also smiled in agreement. Luo Feng looked at the circular hall, which contained a multitude of instruments, many of which he had never seen before. He couldn't help but exclaim, "The craftsmanship is very unique; it doesn't look like equipment manufactured on Earth, does it?" "Some instruments unearthed from ancient civilization ruins." Jia Yi pointed to a large screen and commanded, "Transmit the Mist Island lake's detection data." "Yes, General Commander." Immediately, the screen lit up, displaying the Mist Island lake with countless complex shadows within it. "Are these shadows all aquatic monsters?" Luo Feng asked, looking at the screen curiously. "Amazing, all the monsters in the entire lake have been detected." "It's not difficult; all five major powers can do it." Jia Yi walked to the screen, pointed at it, and said, "Look, the Mist Island lake has an average depth of about three hundred meters, with its deepest point nearly a thousand meters! However... that Monster Emperor isn't inside the lake." "Probe down three thousand five hundred meters," Jia Yi commanded. The graphics on the screen shifted, extending down to three thousand five hundred meters underground. "This is—" Luo Feng's eyes widened in shock. "This is the Beast Emperor, which we've named the 'Tentacle Beast,'" Jia Yi said, pointing to a blurry shadow on the screen. The shadow was incredibly massive; considering the screen displayed a depth of three thousand five hundred meters underground, the shadow's width still occupied more than half of the screen, indicating its immense size. "The Beast Emperor, the 'Tentacle Beast,' has thirteen tentacles, each about 1500 meters long," Jia Yi said, pointing at the shadow. "Look, it also has something resembling a turtle shell on its back, into which it can retract all thirteen tentacles in an instant." "Not only that." "It shares a common characteristic with tentacled monsters: if you cut off a tentacle, it can quickly regrow it," Jia Yi shook his head. "We've been monitoring Mist Island for several days, but we haven't found any so-called treasures or secrets! The main problem is that this Beast Emperor is underground, and we don't dare go down there." Luo Feng nodded slightly. Go underground to kill a Beast Emperor? Dream on. "A few days ago, Hong went down once and cut off two tentacles, but the monster still escaped," Jia Yi said, looking at Luo Feng with a smile. "The appearance of great treasures is usually very special, and obtaining them depends on luck. In terms of strength, Hong alone surpasses all Councilors combined. But as for luck..." "Luo Feng, are you willing to join us and help our Huaxia Nation?" Jia Yi asked, looking at Luo Feng. The other three Councilors also looked at Luo Feng. Luo Feng was startled. Jia Yi was really good at using grand pretexts, wasn't he? To recruit Luo Feng for a treasure hunt at Mist Island lake, he invoked the greater good of the motherland. If the nation truly faced difficulties, Luo Feng would naturally help, but this matter... "Mr. Jia Yi, I apologize. The Dojo Master is right here, and it wouldn't be right for me to go against him," Luo Feng said with an awkward smile. "I have other matters, so I'll take my leave." Since he was refusing them, Luo Feng felt it was best not to stay too long. Seeing this, Jia Yi smiled, "No problem. We'll be here these next few days. Feel free to come over and chat sometime." "Alright." Luo Feng smiled slightly. The four Councilors, including Jia Yi, personally saw Luo Feng off. When they saw Luo Feng flying through the air... Luo Feng's standing in their hearts rose significantly. ... Stepping out of the base's cabin door, the wind howled outside, and the wild grass lay low. "Attention, all personnel!" "Hong, the Dojo Master of my Extreme Martial Arts Dojo, is about to enter the Mist Island lake, intending to kill the Beast Emperor in one fell swoop. To prevent being caught in the crossfire and dying, all non-Councilor level powerhouses are to immediately return to their respective bases! Councilor-level powerhouses should also avoid being above the lake, beware of being affected." The voice, like rolling thunder, spread across hundreds of miles. Luo Feng looked up; the black-clad personal guard shouting from high in the sky was Ice Mountain. "The Dojo Master is going to kill the Beast Emperor?" Luo Feng was shocked. "What? Hong is going to kill the Beast Emperor?" Jia Yi and the other four Councilors behind Luo Feng were greatly astonished. Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! By the lake shore, Councilor-level powerhouses could be seen flying into the air one by one.