This is really not mechanical ascension
Chapter 266 - 147: Torch Assault, Headshot with a Single Bullet_2

Chapter 266: Chapter 147: Torch Assault, Headshot with a Single Bullet_2

He had simply taken the opportunity while the signal was cut off to control the ["Gene Homotopy Evolution Theory"], and now there was nothing of value left in this laboratory and the temporary command center.

"What were you doing?" Ren Cangsong couldn’t help but ask, his gaze involuntarily drifting towards the large metal box on Li Ming’s back.

"Assessing the specific situation." Li Ming gave an explanation, and whether or not the others believed him, now was not the time to delve into it; the priority was to leave this place as quickly as possible.

Chen Jinglong quickly said, "We need to travel light, it’s not suitable to bring too many people, they will surely target you two. Only B-level life forms and C-level life forms following us are enough."

"Leave everyone else here, they will be safer."

Luo Chuan hurried out of the laboratory, and the group quickly boarded an armored transport vehicle that had been left there, leaving the small island for the deeper ocean.

There weren’t many people accompanying them, Ren Cangsong, Chen Jinglong, and Sanger, all three being B-level life forms.

Luo Chuan and two Royal Guard Captains, Doral and Tide, all C-level life forms, had no time to wait for the others.

"It’s uncertain from which direction they will come, but it definitely won’t be from the sea." This was why Chen Jinglong chose to flee deeper into the sea, aiming to escape the range of the signal jamming.

Li Ming unstrapped the box behind him in the corner, standing two meters tall, taller than himself. Feder glanced at it several times, ultimately unable to restrain himself, he asked, "What’s inside this thing?"

"Weapons and equipment." Li Ming casually replied, Ren Cangsong glanced over but didn’t pay it much mind.

The armored transport vehicle wasn’t fast, and no one inside was speaking, creating a silent atmosphere.

Until Chen Jinglong’s expression darkened, "They’re here!"

The armored transport vehicle came to an abrupt halt, and through the observation screen, it was possible to see two life forms on the nearby ocean surface, recklessly emitting their own energy fluctuations, stirring up the waves.

In the energy detection view of the armored car, energy was constantly erupting around the two individuals, astonishingly intense.

"Both are B-level life forms, they found us so quickly." Ren Cangsong’s expression turned grave, even with only two B-level life forms as opponents, he dared not take them lightly.

"We two will hold them off," Ren Cangsong quickly responded, pointing at Chen Jinglong.

But in the next moment, two more figures converged, their energy reactions equally startling.

"Two more B-level life forms?" Sanger’s face grew ugly.

"All three of us must stay, everyone else, take Li Ming and Feder and leave," Chen Jinglong said without hesitation, dashing out immediately.

"Be careful!" Ren Cangsong warned everyone, and after glancing at Feder, Sanger also gritted his teeth and charged out.

Boom!

The battle erupted instantly, circular shockwaves exploded, barely revealing any trace of the combatants, various elements raised rolling waves, and the armored transport vehicle shook ceaselessly.

This was the full strength of B-level life forms, Caroline had been seriously injured to begin with, barely revealing any of her power.

Li Ming averted his gaze, his expression calm.

Luo Chuan operated the armored transport vehicle, changing direction until they were out of the battle zone, at which point he breathed a sigh of relief, but then spoke with a heavy tone:

"It’s uncertain if there are more B-level life forms. If there are, we’ll be in danger today."

However, no sooner had the words left his mouth than the armored transport vehicle’s control screen began to flicker, finally going completely dark. The heavy body of the vehicle, now out of control, plummeted towards the ocean below.

"Damn, it’s directional electromagnetic interference!" Luo Chuan’s face changed dramatically, hurriedly switching to manual mode. The armored vehicle deployed airbags on both sides, and with the cabin trembling, it landed on the sea surface.

Unbeknownst to them, four small flying craft had appeared in the surrounding sky, positioning themselves in an encirclement.

"They aim to capture us; as we are all in one space, the enemy will definitely not use large-scale lethal weapons. This is our chance."

"There should be no B-level life forms for the time being. If we can kill these people, we might escape with our lives." Luo Chuan’s expression was solemn as he analyzed the situation they were facing.

But immediately, those shuttle-shaped flyers shot out steel cables with hooks.

Bang! The drill heads at the front embedded into the armored plates.

Metal claws popped out on all four sides, firmly gripping the metal surface. The central drill operated rapidly, accompanied by a humming sound, it penetrated the alloy ceramic shell of the armored transport vehicle, releasing a certain gas.

"Toxic gas!" Luo Chuan’s heart sank, knowing they couldn’t delay any longer. He exchanged a look with Doral and then opened the hatch, dashing straight out.

All three were wearing full sets of combat armor, but the problem was, those flyers were hanging in the sky.

Luo Chuan jumped, the armored transport vehicle beneath him shaking incessantly, leaping dozens of meters, but still not able to reach the flying vehicles.

Doral and his companion’s firearms had limited destructive power, hardly able to penetrate the alloy shells of their adversaries.

"This is troublesome..." Luo Chuan’s face turned grim. They couldn’t fly, and from air to ground, it was a total crush.

Inside the cabin, Feder watched dumbfounded as Li Ming reached into an iron box and pulled out a heavy electromagnetic sniper rifle.

Then, positioning it by the hatch, as the energy charged, there was a roar, and an aircraft’s energy shield flickered before erupting into an explosion, sparks flying as it lost power and crashed into the sea.

"Yes!" Luo Chuan looked back and was visibly shaken.

Bang! Bang! Bang!

One shot followed another, and all four shuttle-like hovercraft were blown apart by Li Ming and crashed into the ocean, where there were still survivors, all four of them C-level life forms.

Luo Chuan and the others were already embroiled in combat with the enemy, three against four, outnumbered but with a negligible gap in strength, barely able to hold their own in the fight.

"Not good, they are going for the hostages."

Luo Chuan suddenly shouted, realizing that they were quite far from the armored transport vehicle.

One of the Torch Organization had already rushed towards it, wearing combat armor with notably thick armor on their feet.

Propelled by compressed gas from the back, the figure skated across the sea surface. Coming fully prepared, the adversary raced towards the armored transport vehicle at remarkable speed.

Doral’s face changed drastically, anxious at heart, wanting to rush over but held back by adversaries, only able to watch helplessly.

Bang!

The metallic cabin door burst apart like paper, and a towering figure emerged, not showing any sign of elemental power, with a clear target, charging straight into the armored transport vehicle.

And then, ejected at an even faster speed, he landed flat on the ocean’s surface.

"Huh?" Luo Chuan was dumbstruck as fragments of metal flew. Bursting out from the armored transport vehicle, Li Ming emerged, wielding a plasma sword, with silver particles swirling around it, rapidly expanding in length and width.

"Incorrect intel, the strength level of target number one is not right," the man shouted, his chest armor now deeply indented.

Bang!

The armored transport vehicle swayed violently as Li Ming shot through the air, wielding a silver mechanical giant sword that gradually became enveloped in a bluish electric arc while in motion.

Clang!

The shrill sound of metal friction rang out as the adversary’s arms expanded several times over, crossing in front of him, yet they were sliced deep by the silver giant sword, with the violent electric arcs exploding over his body, silencing even his cries of pain.

Luo Chuan couldn’t help but shudder.

Li Ming then violently twisted the sword, which suddenly erupted in surging flames.

The burly figure screamed in agony, floundering in the sea, but the flames on his body burned fiercely, never extinguishing.

A few days ago, he integrated the Mother Ore sent by Sun Jing’an into the "Justice Arm Armor," acquiring a special ability named "Burning Fire."

It belonged to the fire series and had considerable lethality.

Li Ming’s development progress was now close to 70%, and with the aid of the Controlled Objects in his combat system and the "Thunderstorm Fervor" ability, he could go toe-to-toe with ordinary C-level life forms.

The adversary’s development progress surely did not exceed 30% of C-level; they were no match for him.

Luo Chuan was wide-eyed, only now realizing that Li Ming...had killed a C-level life form?

"Be careful!" Luo Chuan suddenly shouted, noticing that the few individuals besieging them had turned and, disregarding everything else, began attacking Li Ming.

The three of them quickly pursued, attempting to intercept them.

Li Ming didn’t stop; his right hand reached behind and pulled the super-electromagnetic heavy sniper rifle from his back into his hands.

"Bullet Sacrifice" activated, with more than 40 times the Thunder Element enhancement attached to the bullet.

In an instant, the sniper rifle trembled continuously, the muzzle blazing with dazzling thunder light.

Bang!

The accumulated terrifying force was unleashed, the super-compressed electromagnetic bullet howled forth, leaving a turbulent wake across the sea surface, with the intense electric arc lifting vast amounts of white steam, piercing right through the forehead of one of them!