Chapter 7, Short Sword Against Short Sword

The lights in the inner hall suddenly dimmed, focusing solely on the two mechas in the arena

It is simply impossible for all three renowned figures of the Self-Cultivation Hall to be selected in this manner; how will they be able to hold their heads high in the future, and how will they maintain a sense of superiority in front of other clubs

This indicates that the pilot of the white mech has seen through his attack intentions and knows the direction of his next strike

In certain grassroots mech competitions, the speed at which they generate revenue far surpasses that of many so-called stars. Not to mention the Dakar Rally, which involves some of the world's most renowned mech companies, the Mech Super Bowl League, and the Formula One World Championship.

The short sword is an outdated model, yet it is undeniable that it possesses the most extensive potential in mechanical performance among all models. It is also an old machine from its time, which places extremely high demands on operation. At times, it can perform actions that modern civilian mechas equipped with various electronic assistive devices cannot achieve, but the required control is exceedingly complex. In the book "Mecha Overview," published by an internationally authoritative magazine, many past experts have praised this type of mecha, though most of these individuals have long since passed away. It remains a mecha sufficient to be sent to a museum, serving as a testament to history.

However, recalling Lin Hai's previously revealed terrifying strength, everyone couldn't help but feel a sudden jolt in their hearts

Although she still felt some dissatisfaction towards Lin Hai for having previously embarrassed her, at this moment, she also felt a growing sense of anticipation in her heart

Lu Ming is a student at Qingyuan College and is among the top performers. According to the strength assessment, Lu Ming has reached the level of a senior mechanic within the imperial mechanic classification system. Mechanics are divided into three levels: junior, intermediate, and senior. The level above mechanics is that of a mechanic.

Lu Ming's surefire techniques in countless battles were unexpectedly countered by his opponents. Undoubtedly, this left some of his fervent followers in shock

Just now, the duel between Lin Hai and the fierce bull Lansi, along with those words, made her face burn with embarrassment, and her heart was filled with extreme hatred towards him. Now, she has also arrived at the stands with those charming women from the yoga studio, but she still retained a bit of composure. She wanted to see how Lin Hai, inside that white mech, would perform in terms of mech control.

People who were originally worried that Lin Hai was pretending to be a pig to eat a tiger have finally set their minds at ease

Originally, it was thought that Lu Ming would engage in a longer battle... However, it turned out that he aimed for a quick resolution. Was it that the speed test of the white short sword was too poor, leaving him with no desire to confront his opponent, someone murmured in comment.

Moreover, during the course of the combat, it was purely a matter of instinct; the opponent appeared to be a pilot unfamiliar with the mech. In other words, if the opponent he had just defeated was merely a novice encountering this short sword mech for the first time, with only a basic understanding of its operation, then it could be said that, in such a situation, he had already lost

It is akin to two armies facing each other; if one side identifies the direction of attack and the focal point of the assault, it is already at a disadvantage

Surrounded by high-strength glass, many people were seated in the stands, including Lin Wei

Lin Hai finally conducted the pre-fight test as prompted by the computer. The white short sword moved, and the series of rapid punches were executed with some semblance of skill, but the final punch seemed to lack precision, resulting in a bit of a stumble. Then, a spinning kick was performed in mid-air, causing the machine to tilt significantly to the left and slide two steps before it barely managed to stabilize.

At that moment, everyone's heart tightened for an instant

This is a type of mech known as "Short Sword." It belongs to the third generation of variant models of the Empire. Although its initial humanoid structure and somewhat outdated design may appear monotonous by today's aesthetic standards, it is undeniable that this mech was once a classic that enjoyed immense popularity over the past two hundred years

The large screen displayed: "White short sword, effective control speed: 43 movements per minute. Landing balance: 64%"

The white short sword before him was considerably inferior to his previous opponents, so he opted for a swift and decisive combat approach

It is evident that the technique employed with the black short sword is aimed at swiftly incapacitating the opponent to conclude the battle

It is the Chain Four Explosive Punch! The people in the stands who are in the know have already echoed in agreement.

At this moment, Lu Ming, inside the black mech cockpit, was panting heavily due to the exhaustion of his physical strength. Looking at the collapsed white short sword beneath him, he still felt a lingering fear.

Each time he launched an attack, the white mech appeared to be struck by fists and joints, yet it absorbed such assaults with the thickest parts of its armor. Each time, it successfully evaded the most lethal strikes, at least mitigating sixty percent of the most significant threats. Although the white mech seemed to be heavily suppressed, the actual damage it sustained was far less than what was visually suggested.

If one were to speak of which area in the Sky Wheel Club evokes the most excitement and anticipation, it would undoubtedly be the Mecha Combat Arena located in the core area.

A single punch directly shattered the white short sword, which was curled up in a defensive posture, and struck straight at its face. Under this punch, all control systems of the white short sword failed, its defense collapsed, and it tilted in the opposite direction. Then, the black mech surged forward, its armor-piercing fist crashing down like waves upon the utterly defenseless head of the white short sword. Each blow sent it staggering and swaying, appearing extremely tragic.

It is precisely because it can be widely combined with the operator to unlock great potential that, in the Sky Wheel, using this type of machine for combat can greatly reflect the skill level of the operator

The white short sword moved at the last moment. Its speed was not fast, even considerably slower than the black mech, yet it swayed left and right. The black mech's fists, swift as a gale, narrowly grazed the armor of the white body each time. The fourth punch struck its shoulder, causing the entire mech to shudder. The white mech pressed both palms against the alloy leg of the black mech that had leaped up to strike, using the force to retreat. This brief exchange, lasting only a moment, made the spectators collectively hold their breath. The fourth punch struck its shoulder, causing the entire mech to shudder. The white mech pressed both palms against the alloy leg of the black mech that had leaped up to strike, using the force to retreat. This brief exchange, lasting only a moment, made the spectators collectively hold their breath.

This is a competent level for many mecha operators; however, in the face of Lu Ming, this achievement clearly reveals the gap between the two sides

Although he did not defeat the "War King" Lu Ming, those with true insight cannot help but ponder: if, at the moment when the black mech had a brief opening, the white mech's alloy leg had truly penetrated the headpiece of the black mech, what would the outcome be now? Skilled individuals with keen perception cannot help but imagine themselves in the position of the black mech's operator, and must admit that this would have been a sufficiently insidious and treacherous strike, a lethal move that sends shivers down their spines even in thought

Weimo brought Lin Hai to the backstage of the mecha hall, and upon seeing the ergonomic lines of the mecha, Lin Hai felt a surge of passion rising within him.

Lin Wei's heart skipped a beat. The emergence of a high-ranking technician, a future pilot, is undoubtedly a powerful stimulant for the Wayne Group, which is gradually declining and losing its prominence.

The surrounding stands immediately erupted in cheers

The person who has just arrived is none other than Lu Ming, the holder of the highest record in the Mecha Combat of the Xiu Shen Pavilion - the "War King"

The mech's toes pointed towards the forest, and the white short sword quickly turned around in a brief moment, using the thickest armor on its arm to block the attack from the black short sword. Meanwhile, the black short sword mech leaped into the air, delivering a kick and a punch, raining down like a torrential storm. In this situation, the white mech retreated step by step, appearing extremely strained and awkward, constantly losing balance under the impact of the opponent, yet managing to precariously stabilize itself amidst the difficulties

Compared to Lin Hai's defense, this is the aspect that shocked Lu Ming the most

The white mech was being pushed back step by step, and many people could not see the intricacies of the situation. They only felt that compared to other opponents defeated by Lu Ming, this white mech, although appearing to be in a desperate situation, had already endured longer than ever before. Moreover, at that moment, the white mech surprisingly still had the ability to counterattack! The alloy leg of the white mech kicked straight up; this kick definitely had the potential to turn the tide of the battle!

There are too many opponents, all of whom have been defeated effortlessly under Lu Ming's strategy

The fierce assault of the black mech. The retreat of the white mech grips the heart of every individual

Her beautiful eyes narrowed slightly as she softly murmured and savored the name

The lift platform carried Lin Hai's white machine onto the field. Through the cockpit, Lin Hai could already see that the black "Short Sword" of Lu Ming was fully prepared in place.

Lin Hai often sees a large number of vintage mecha magazines in the garbage piles of the slums. Most of the magazines feature such models, and with his extensive knowledge of rare books, these classic and outdated models appear particularly beautiful and endearing in his eyes

A professional pilot often has already determined a bright future

And it was this brief moment of distraction that was immediately seized by the sharp white short sword. He raised his long leg and explosively thrust upward, striking fiercely at the jaw of the black mech from below

Swish, swish, swish, swish! The black short sword on the opposite side swiftly executed several punches with a jumping step, followed by a turning kick in mid-air, landing gracefully. This perfectly exemplified the potential of such a difficult-to-control vintage mech.

His close-range strikes are like a gale, like a torrential rain; they are his most effective and fierce means of attack. In the past, opponents, even those with skills closest to his, could not withstand even half a minute under his most effective blows

Lin Hai is now facing Lu Ming, who is extremely famous at Qingyuan College and possesses the strength of a high-level mechanic. If Lin Hai can defeat him

It turned out to be, avoided.

Only by reaching the level of a senior technician can one truly have the possibility of becoming a professional pilot in the future

The reason the black mech is not at a disadvantage is entirely due to Lu Ming's mech control speed and skill level, which completely suppresses the white mech

However, this time no one mocked Lin Hai. Because everyone understood that under the assault of the black short sword, no matter who was replaced, they could not withstand it longer than the young man in the white mech.

The black short sword halted the hand. It stood up again

Lu Ming was somewhat distracted due to the shock in his heart. Such a momentary distraction in mecha control might only last for a brief pause.

He looked at Lancy and smiled slightly, "Crazy Bull, you clearly kicked a hard wall, this young man has excellent physical fitness!"

Yet now, this white mech pilot, whose speed and skill level are clearly inferior to his own, managed to withstand such a fierce onslaught for a full minute.

Meanwhile, someone pushed through a corner of the crowd and stepped out. The newcomer was a young man, handsome and striking, carrying a bag in his hand, seemingly just arrived, yet he had already witnessed the scene of the raging bull competing with Lin Hai.

Just as the crowd was deeply disappointed by the relentless pursuit and attack on the black mech, fearing that they would not witness an exciting battle.

Effective control of hand speed is a fundamental unit for measuring a pilot's operational skills. Although it is not the only factor, it significantly reflects one's capabilities. A pilot with a hand speed of 40 movements per minute can be considered to have reached the level of a military mecha private, capable of performing basic operations on a mecha

In the gaze of countless individuals

... ...

In comparison, the other areas of the cultivation hall can only be regarded as minor compared to the main section.

And is such a possibility really to be staged in this mecha hall

As the large door of the Mecha Hall creaked open, the vast interior space came into view. Many people instinctively stopped their exercises and turned their attention to the strictly protected stands on both sides. The opening of the Mecha Hall signified the arrival of the most eye-catching event, and all the screens within the hall switched directly to the arena of the mecha combat.

This is a scene of violence

Until the white short sword was completely suppressed, a message from Weimo came through to Lu Ming's cockpit, "Young Master Lu, that's enough. Although you pay a substantial annual fee, it shouldn't be the case that the club has to spend a large sum of money every time to repair the mecha you damaged"

Lin Hai's voice came through the communicator, "I will strive for it"

Lu Ming is said to be an outstanding student at the Empire Qingyuan University. His excellence is well-known at Qingyuan University, and he himself is from an influential family on the Riverside Star, with a rather complicated background. Some individuals in the club have employed various means, yet it remains difficult to uncover the details of Lu Ming's origins. It is only known that his family does not interfere much with his interests in operating mechas and martial arts at the cultivation hall.

No one knows the shock of Lu Ming within the black mech

Faced with the applause echoing around the stands for this spectacular fight, Lu Ming was acutely aware that, considering the significant difference in the pilot's rank within the white short sword compared to his own, the judgment of tactical strategy on the opponent's part, this was undoubtedly a draw

Gazing at the white short sword below, Lin Wei's grip on the railing gradually tightened with increasing force

This is the first time he has seen a short sword of this type with his own eyes, and it is also the first time he is operating it

In certain regions, the mecha competitions offer substantial salaries for high-ranking mecha pilots. Some mecha corporations also hire pilots at high salaries to join their companies, propose improvements to the mechas, participate in design, and even serve as brand ambassadors for the company. The resulting influence is unpredictable

Lin Hai

In such a pressing situation, he managed to react and evade under maximum conditions with limited speed. This young man is quite remarkable

No! After all, Lu Ming is Lu Ming. In the brief moment of hesitation that created an opening, the black mech immediately reacted and executed an evasion. The tactical helmet tilted back in that instant, and the white alloy leg, which was capable of altering the course of the battle, merely grazed past him, striking from below the jaw and traveling upward. This successfully avoided the risk of the tactical helmet being compromised by the explosion from the kick affecting the controls

Effective control degree test. Please operate the machine according to the following instructions : ... ...

As Lu Ming broke out in a cold sweat, he quickly reacted with lightning speed, the black mech swiftly grasping the exposed alloy leg of the white mech and forcefully throwing it to the ground. Clearly still shaken, the black mech did not give the white mech a chance to counterattack, charging forward with a fierce close-range assault.

The black short sword wielded by Lu Ming has triumphed over numerous challengers here, and those who have witnessed his matches are well aware of the nature of his combat style

Certainly, the higher the speed of operation, the more capable the pilot is of executing complex tactical maneuvers. The combat effectiveness of the mech often relies on these tactical maneuvers to be demonstrated

Lu Ming faced the fallen white mech, his heart filled with mixed emotions

It is merely this moment. The excitement in Lin Hai's eyes in the cabin is bright, brushing away a trace of regret

In the moment when the black mech and the white mech clashed, any sense of contempt had already been retracted. Inside the mech, Lu Ming's expression had turned serious. The opponent's hand speed was slower than his, which meant that he was completely at a disadvantage in terms of power level. However, despite his aggressive advance, the opponent was still able to evade his attacks, proving that the operator of the white mech possessed a level of precision and accuracy in their reflexes that was indeed worthy of admiration.

The title "War King" is naturally one that Lu Ming has earned. In the mecha arena, he rarely encounters opponents. Now, having witnessed the shocking scene just now with the newcomer Lin Hai, everyone has gained a bit more hope for Lu Ming's upcoming battle

In the cabin shaken by the violent tremors, Lin Hai, despite being drenched in sweat, transmitted the commands in his hand methodically through the control center. His fingers danced between the mechanical levers like a pianist, and in the face of the terrifying might of the black mecha outside the cabin, his expression revealed no fear; he merely pressed his lips tightly together, using all his strength to resist and defend.

Lu Ming on the opposite side chuckled softly, and his voice came through after the call was connected, carrying a certain regal demeanor. "I have triumphed over countless opponents in this arena, and I hope you can give me a pleasant surprise"

As soon as these words were spoken, the emotions of the surrounding crowd instantly escalated to an extremely high level

As the hatch opened, Lin Hai sat inside the cockpit, caressing the densely packed control equipment, feeling a sense of fulfillment as if a dream had come to life

He smiled at Lin Hai again, extended his hand, "Your physical abilities are truly remarkable, I am far behind. However, I wonder how interested you are in mecha combat? We can have a competition."

For Lu Ming, the evident disparity in hand speed has clearly indicated the gap in strength between the two parties, and he has already lost the interest in engaging in a proper sparring match with the other party

Everyone then turned their gaze towards Lin Hai

A data appears on the large screen in the venue: "Black Short Sword, Effective Control Speed: 80 Movements per Minute. Ground Stability: 90%"

Such talents can develop to be absorbed by the military. If not in the military, but instead assigned to the civilian sector, they would still hold a status that is higher than that of ordinary professions

The voices of the two individuals diminished, and text appeared on the cabin screen, accompanied by a prompt sound

The black short sword suddenly surged forward, and after a few steps on the alloy floor, it arrived before the forest sea with immense kinetic energy. A rapid barrage of short punches was unleashed with ease.

Despite this thought, the black mech charged forward without giving him a moment to breathe. Lin Wei in the stands recognized this as the most fluid fundamental combat technique in mech fighting, known as "close-quarters combat." Unfortunately, it seemed that Lu Ming had mastered this technique to perfection.

The recent advance punch followed by a spinning kick is a tactical maneuver that places high demands on the pilot. It can intuitively reflect the skill level of the pilot