Chapter 5, Black Chrysanthemum

Long Feng said lightly: "This task is not suitable for you."

The remaining more than fifty enemies were utterly unable to withstand the combined attacks from above and below, rapidly retreating to the right while simultaneously maintaining a steady defense against the pursuit of Long Feng and others.

Long Feng did not respond and shouted, "Scatter."

The entire video conference was suddenly thrown into chaos, as more than a dozen marshals began to argue over this and that, gradually exposing each other's scandals and revealing each other's secrets. Only the elderly man and Marshal Long opened a separate communication channel to discuss something, leaving the staff in the main control rooms of the two flagship warships utterly dumbfounded.

Long Feng rolled his eyes and ignored him. Suddenly, a girl's voice came from the intercom on the cabin wall, saying: "This statement is incorrect. Planet 13 has only undergone environmental modification for nine years and seven months. The atmosphere is theoretically breathable. However, from a safety perspective, I hope that members who are not wearing combat suits will change into them."

Three individuals simultaneously threw their daggers, piercing the necks of two enemies. They then retrieved a high-energy ray gun from behind and began to sweep the area vigorously

Those who called themselves the New Sun Empire Cargo Security Team shuddered all over and stared at each other for a long time

His words were met with a collective outcry from the other marshals, who scolded, "Marshal Hong, you must be dreaming!"

The tank drivers remained silent as hundreds of red flashes roared towards a point three hundred meters behind the mound. A wave of dust and air, stirred up by the shockwave, suddenly lifted seven or eight tall figures from the small mound. Those combat robots swiftly turned the unfortunate silhouettes into a mass of holes, followed by small oval light projectiles that completely obliterated the bodies.

Long Ao softly uttered two words from behind: "Fool." The three brothers behind him rolled their eyes and nodded in deep agreement.

The voice of the pilot came through: "Attention everyone, members who have not properly donned their combat suits, please put them on immediately. We are about to enter the atmosphere of Planet 13. Colonel Xiao, please guide the position of the spacecraft."

The three individuals behind him disregarded him and strode forward, firmly pressing their hands against Long Feng's back to help him regain his vitality

The crowd suddenly stepped forward, while Long Ao frowned in silence. Gui Zhuang Ying Nan's palm struck Long Feng's right shoulder solidly; fortunately, Long Feng quickly crouched down, mitigating the impact. However, a trickle of red liquid still flowed from the corner of his mouth

Twelve burly men angrily threw away their dark, rugged particle cannons. The leader of the group, visibly upset, removed his helmet and breathed directly in the atmosphere of Planet 13. He frowned and loudly declared: "We are the security team of the New Sun Empire's Ocean Freight Company. We strongly protest the unwarranted attack on our cargo ship by your Chinese soldiers. We demand to meet with an official representative of the United Nations and formal inspectors from the International Court. We accuse you of committing acts of slaughter against us and demand compensation from China for all our losses"

The distance of two kilometers was traversed in an instant, revealing a massive, intact, separable capsule, adorned with a chrysanthemum base and emblazoned with the emblem of a red sun, the insignia of the New Sun Empire

Long Feng forcefully thrust the dagger into the back of an enemy, piercing through three centimeters of combat armor, and then emerging from the chest. His left hand transformed into a claw, ruthlessly tearing through the armor of another nearby foe, shredding his flesh and breaking his spine. He then swiftly darted backward, evading four or five streams of particles aimed at him. Meanwhile, Long Nu and Long Bao also successfully executed a surprise attack, eliminating five enemies.

Three light tanks slowly descended, and as the hatches opened, four young men with the surname Long and six members of Team A1 swiftly emerged, running towards the corpses

The search team quickly transitioned into a combat formation, with 53 combat robots swiftly charging to the front. Three light tanks slowed their speed and retreated to the end of the line, while 24 heavy assault tanks elevated their height, subtly covering the entire formation. At the same time, they relayed the message to the other two teams

A tank driver urgently called out: "Life response, seventeen organisms, human-shaped, physical index 950, current running speed 75 meters per second"

Long Feng's eyes widened fiercely, and the residual thoughts within him erupted violently. The gigantic body of Onizuka Hideo, exceeding 240 centimeters, seemed to be struck head-on by a fast-moving war vehicle, blood gushing from his mouth as he was sent flying backward.

Long Feng tore off the mask from a corpse, carefully examining its features. Indeed, it exhibited the facial characteristics of a yellow-skinned person from Earth. However, there was one very strange point: Long Ao, who was nearby, gasped and said, "My goodness, aren't they too tall? Their height is at least 220 centimeters, while the average height of the New Sun Empire is only 180 centimeters, and according to the data, the average height of old Japan is around 160 centimeters. Could they be a race from the New Sun Empire?"

The counterattack from the earth mound became increasingly fierce, with heavy photon cannons and other weapons being deployed. Seventeen combat robots were completely destroyed, and the explosive force of their wreckage injured several nearby robots. Meanwhile, two heat-guided missiles narrowly missed hitting two heavy assault tanks.

Meanwhile, in the main control rooms of the Chen Tang and Ban Chao battleships, two major generals were busy explaining something to the elderly figure on the main screen, such as the firepower configuration used during the attack and the deployment of tanks in formation. In the corners of the main screen, there were small images of over a dozen individuals, all of whom held the rank of one-star marshal or higher, including three of the highest-ranking three-star marshals. Marshal Long's image was pushed into the farthest corner.

General Long respectfully replied, "Yes, Chairman Zhao, they are. Once they pass the final test, they will officially become members of the Dragon Army"

The search team gradually dispersed, dividing into three small squads as they entered the atmosphere. Long Ao and three other young individuals hurriedly put on their combat suits in the cabin, awkwardly moving their hands and feet.

All the onlookers scattered quickly, and dozens of purple particles whizzed past Long Feng. Nearby combat robots swiftly raised the laser guns mounted on their metal arms and opened fire at a small mound two hundred meters away. Thousands of blinding white beams nearly enveloped the entire mound. Long Feng looked up and launched three small high-explosive rockets. At the same time, other members of Team A1 also jumped up from the ground and began to retaliate.

The burly man who had removed his helmet let out a roar that resembled a tiger's growl. He swiftly took off his combat uniform and stepped forward with two strides, assuming a karate stance. He declared loudly: "Imperial Guard of the New Sun Empire, Black Chrysanthemum Special Forces, Colonel Onizuka Hideo, the contemporary heir of the Onizuka Sword Style of the New Sun Empire. I am a warrior, not a coward"

Onikuma Hideo delivered a powerful knife-hand strike towards Long Feng's right shoulder, but Long Feng executed a sweeping motion to deflect his attack.

Long Feng slammed his fist down hard on the ground, his eyes suddenly closing. His figure flickered for a moment, and when he reappeared, he was already over one hundred meters away. Long Nu and Long Bao also roared fiercely, their figures suddenly vanishing and instantly reappearing eighty meters away. This moment clearly illustrates why Long Feng is referred to as the boss by the members of Special A1; at the very least, his strength surpasses that of his companions.

Xiao Wei quickly replied: "Without us, it would take you at least half a month to locate that spaceship. Moreover, we have other tasks, including an inspection of the transformation status of the new planet 13"

The old man, now the highest authority in China, smiled and nodded, saying: "Very good, very good. What do you think about their battle situation this time? Speaking of military matters, you are the experts."

The attack tanks in the sky dared not open fire, as the pilot of the long-range aircraft shouted frantically: "Please retreat personnel below, retreat, maintain a distance of over 500 meters." Their firepower was too great, which now limited their own effectiveness.

The attack tanks from the other two squads arrived, and the combat robots swiftly descended, joining the pursuit. The muzzles of the attack tanks began to flicker with red light again. Long Feng coldly ordered, "Cease fire, we require live captives." The three tanks quickly adjusted their cannons and forcefully blasted a small peak five kilometers away, sending dust flying.

Twelve individuals from the New Empire suddenly came to a halt. Long Feng coldly declared, "The JN-2497 particle cannon you are using has already discharged 1,027 particle streams, and you are out of energy. The Chinese military offers preferential treatment to prisoners of war; lay down your weapons and surrender, and you will be treated humanely."

Long Feng and the others entered the crew cabin of the light space attack tank in groups of three. Long Ao squeezed into the tank where Long Feng was, issuing a series of commands: "Depart, depart. Hurry up."

Long Feng continued to remove his combat armor, revealing an elegant silver military uniform underneath. He slowly took a few steps forward and solemnly stated: "People's Republic of China, affiliated with the Second Planet Base of the Human Horse Rotation, Major Officer Long Feng, formally requests a duel with the warriors of the New Sun Empire"

Long Feng assumed the starting posture of Tai Chi, holding the ball, and said coldly: "If the soldiers of the New Sun Empire are a bunch of cowards, then you are unworthy of the title of warrior. We will escort you back to the New Sun Empire under charges of piracy."

Long Ao glanced at Long Feng, signaling him to make a decision

A dozen or so dark figures suddenly darted out from the center of the explosion, swiftly fleeing towards the east

Members of Team A1 successively utilized physical space jumps to reach the vicinity of the small mound, leaving the tank drivers above in astonishment, each one frantically inquiring on the military channel about what kind of monsters their companions were during this operation

Long Feng gently spat out a mouthful of fresh blood and coldly said: "Surrender, and you will receive the treatment of warriors from hetushu.com. Otherwise, you will face the international methods used to deal with pirates." The remaining 11 men, their teeth chattering in anger, sat down cross-legged on the ground, spreading their hands to indicate their abandonment of resistance

Long Feng slowly removed his helmet, suddenly furrowing his brow; the smell of sulfur was too strong

March 13, 2505

The ten light tanks slowly ascended, followed by seventy-two heavy assault tanks providing cover, and one hundred sixty combat robots. The battleship's hatch opened slowly, and this small search team gradually exited the hatch, then accelerated towards the new Planet 13, located six hundred thousand kilometers away.

After two short-distance physical space jumps, Long Feng appeared behind the mound, drenched in sweat, with 70% of his energy already expended. He discarded the laser cannon in his hand and drew a 50-centimeter long, high-hardness alloy dagger that shimmered with blue electric light from the sheath on the outside of his thigh, gently pouncing on the nearest enemy, who stood over 230 centimeters tall. At the same time, Long Nu and Long Bao also jumped out from the spot where Long Feng had just appeared, silently drawing their daggers and charging forward.

Long Feng felt as if he were burning all over, truly experiencing the sensation of a thief finding an empty house. For the first time, he completely exhausted 100% of his energy without any reservation, and his body went limp, causing him to sit down on the ground.

After searching for more than ten minutes, Long Feng suddenly spotted a metallic reflection two kilometers away through the porthole. He commanded: "Southwest thirty degrees, two kilometers, unidentified metallic reflection."

Long Ao and three brothers stood far behind, whispering: "Not bad, a basic introductory mental technique, deceiving them into thinking it is the complete technique, and they have actually managed to reach this level." A young man behind quietly asked: "Ao Ge, what is their final test?" Long Ao shook his head and slowly replied: "Only geniuses know. Anyway, we are here to prepare for them to pass, and then transmit all the formulas to them; our mission will be complete. Goodness, a mere 15-year-old kid, and he is already a major. I have been in the army for so many years and haven't even earned a rank for myself, it’s truly outrageous... Anyway, we are here to prepare for them to pass, and then transmit all the formulas to them; our mission will be complete. Goodness, a mere 15-year-old kid, and he is already a major. I have been in the army for so many years and haven't even earned a rank for myself, it’s truly outrageous...

March 13, 2505, 7:23

The elderly man, composed and serene, spoke in a voice filled with authority that slowly echoed in the control room, asking: "Marshal Long Yan, are they the members of this batch's Special A1?"

Long Feng issued a calm command: "Fire three crystal cannons, destroy the target"

The nozzles of those battle robots suddenly emitted blinding flames, and they quickly pursued with great speed. Hundreds of scorching white beams flashed by, causing the seventeen fleeing figures to abruptly halt, falling to the ground, with wisps of blue smoke rising from their bodies

The gun barrels of three heavy assault tanks emitted a faint red glow, and three projectiles containing unstable high-explosive crystals shot out at a speed of nine thousand meters per second, striking the separated capsule. A small mushroom cloud rose, and the shockwave swept across a radius of five hundred meters

Long Ao's figure flickered in the purple rain of light as he roared, "You fools, the power is too great; fire at the open ground five hundred meters away, you'll shake them to death."

A Marshal of the Three Stars said softly: "Not bad, the overall perspective is grasped fairly well, but still a bit inexperienced. One hundred thirty-five soldiers of the New Empire, hmm, with such an advantageous force, they still ended up in a sorry state. However, it is still commendable, much more seasoned than those top students from Xuanyuan Military Academy, especially in personal combat ability, which is even stronger than the most elite special forces members"

Long Feng said softly, "Who made the decision? We are an armed search team, not a scientific expedition team." Long Ao and the other two members of Team A1 nodded repeatedly. No one wanted to bring along two girls whose combat abilities were comparable to those of ordinary people when a confrontation was likely.

Long Feng coldly said: "Attack. Let us down."

Long Ao was tossing and turning in the cabin, fiddling with a small, brilliantly shining, oddly-shaped short sword in his hand. Suddenly, he turned his head, tilted it, and said to Long Feng: "Little friend, why are you all dressed so neatly? That small asteroid has been terraformed for over ten or twenty years, and the atmosphere is breathable now"

Another Marshal of the Samsung nodded repeatedly and said: "Yes, especially the ability to perform short-distance spatial jumps with the physical body. Hmm, the one in charge is Long Feng, right? Once they pass the test, I want him and the other two who went over first to come here."

Long Ao was momentarily stunned, muttering in great embarrassment: "I already said not to send two girls over. They look good, but they ignore me, tsk tsk..." Long Feng furrowed his brow: "Are there women? What is their combat power value?" The girl's voice slowly came through: "I am a Level 2 researcher at the Academy of Sciences, with the rank of Colonel. My name is Xiao Wei, and the other is Qi Ling. Physical fitness index is 85, brain development is at 37%." What is their combat power value?" The girl's voice slowly came through: "I am a Level 2 researcher at the Academy of Sciences, with the rank of Colonel. My name is Xiao Wei, and the other is Qi Ling. Physical fitness index is 85, brain development is at 37%."

At this time, on the new Planet 13, only twelve of the tallest armed personnel from the New Sun Empire remain alive, while all other members have been killed during their escape.

Xiao Wei paused for a moment before saying: "It is not possible right now; the signal cannot be received. Divide into three teams and conduct a spiral search."