Carroll flew higher and higher.
Swoosh!
Just as the other spectators were in a daze, Jaeger was the first to react. He jumped up and flew into the sky, catching up to Carroll, who had been sent flying out of the arena. He grabbed Carroll with both hands and lifted him up like a chicken, not giving Carroll the chance to shout, "I'll be back!"
The two of them landed in the middle of the arena filled with mechanical wreckage, raising a cloud of dust.
As soon as Jaeger let go, Carroll fell forward, one hand on the ground, the other on his chest, coughing violently.
"Cough cough …"
Blood flowed out of Carroll's mouth, and his face was pale. Although he was wearing a simple combat suit, this punch still caused him quite a bit of damage.
However, he still had the physique of a Calamity Grade. Even if he was not as strong as a Pugilist, he would not lose his combat ability in one hit. He only broke a few bones and almost lost a lung …
Although Han Xiao did not hold back in this punch, he also knew that a Calamity Grade would not be so easily injured. Furthermore, this spar did not go too far, and it was impossible for him to kill someone in Bloodshed Land's territory. It was enough to defeat his opponent openly.
Virtual Intrusion had created an opportunity, and Han Xiao had always been good at seizing opportunities. Furthermore, he was very cautious. In order to prevent himself from failing miserably, he did not play around with Carroll and directly sent him flying, securing victory.
Carroll's injuries were not too serious, and he still had the ability to continue fighting. However, he was sent out of the arena, and the machinery he controlled was temporarily paralyzed. Even if he could recover his combat ability after the system rebooted, the current situation was that he had been publicly defeated by Black Star.
The battle was over, and it ended with his defeat.
"You …"
Carroll's face was filled with unwillingness. He held his chest and coughed a few more times, staring at Han Xiao, who had also landed not far away.
"Aiya, that was close. I almost lost."
Han Xiao put away the Berserk Ape, revealed his face, and shook his head.
Bullsh * t! You clearly did it with ease!
Many spectators roared in their hearts.
Han Xiao glanced at the virtual intrusion interface. There was not much time left, and the opponent's artificial intelligence was about to restart. He looked around and said playfully, "You lost. With so many people watching, you won't go back on your word, right?"
Carroll sensed that the gazes of the spectators had all landed on him, and he couldn't help but gnash his teeth. His mentality collapsed. He had a huge advantage in terms of location, but he was easily defeated by Black Star. This guy's battle strength was really too strong …
The difference in their statuses aggravated the impact of his defeat.
Black Star was the current officer of Floating Dragon Island, but he was a traitor in the eyes of others. Now that the traitor was defeated by someone from Floating Dragon Island, it was a scene that the people loved to see. Furthermore, he had just provoked Ames a few days ago, and today, he was defeated by Black Star. Carroll felt extremely embarrassed.
Carroll subconsciously looked in the direction of Ames, but he realized that Ames was not even looking at him, the loser. Instead, she was staring at Black Star. This made him even angrier.
In the 'spectator seats' outside the venue, Ames let out a sigh of relief and revealed a relaxed smile.
Just as Black Star sent Carroll flying with a thunderous blow, she felt all the anger that she had been suffering for the past few days disappear. With Han Xiao's fist, she vented all of it, and her mood instantly became bright and sunny.
For a moment, Ames only felt that Han Xiao was extremely pleasing to the eye, and she stared at him with all her might.
As for Carroll, who she had always' missed ', Ames did not even want to look at him again. The position of this traitor in her eyes had become insignificant, and she had already put this traitor down in her heart.
"I've found someone better than me …"
Ames mumbled.
"The Dragon Emperor has really found an amazing person."
Not far away, Ralph sighed. He had only gotten to know Black Star a few days ago, and at this moment, Han Xiao's position in his heart had risen slightly.
If there was a chance in the future, perhaps he could outsource some sensitive missions to Black Star … Ralph pondered, and the thought of hiring him appeared in his mind. The Amethyst Civilization controlled Colton, and the Black Star Corps was stationed in Colton as well. There was a natural basis for cooperation.
Rossozzi rubbed the antennae under his chin. His expression did not change, but he thought to himself, I heard that the Noriose Financial Group invested in the Black Star Corps. It does have potential. Hmm … seems like it's worth investing in.
After socializing a few days ago, he had also gotten to know Black Star. As there were many hidden experts in the party, he did not express any special thoughts about Han Xiao. Only now did he have the intention to invest.
The Klent senior official narrowed his eyes, and a strange expression flashed across his face. He suddenly said, "Black Star defeated the Tyrant's people in Bloodshed Land. I wonder what Heber will do?"
The other two narrowed their eyes.
Not far away, Malekith and the other Vanguard Officials were also thinking about this question.
"Will His Excellency Tyrant interfere?" Someone frowned.
Malekith shook his head and did not say anything. "This is just a spar. He probably won't …"
Carroll's defeat was already a foregone conclusion. The Vanguard Officials were used to battles and were not too surprised or shocked by the result. They were only surprised by the combat strength Black Star had displayed.
Many of the Vanguard Officials were excited and wanted to have a real fight with Han Xiao.
What they were most concerned about now was Heber's attitude.
At the same time, in the palace …
"Your people lost."
Austin's tone was mocking.
"I have eyes." Heber frowned and waved his hand. "I'm not watching anymore. Turn it off."
"Eh, aren't you going to respond?"
"There's no need." Heber was not angry. Since it was a fair battle, Black Star had won fair and square. That was his ability.
Hearing this, Austin could only end the broadcast, and the two of them stopped paying attention to this matter.
The Tyrant did not interfere, and no one felt that Heber did not know about this matter. Seeing this, they understood that Heber had tacitly agreed to the result of this battle.
Bloodshed Land believed in the strong. Carroll was publicly defeated, and the others felt that they had lost face.
Many spectators shook their heads and turned to leave. Malekith and the others were disappointed. They glared at Carroll before disappearing.
Carroll knew that the outcome was already decided. His expression was ugly, and he had nothing to say.
"Don't forget our bet," Han Xiao reminded him kindly.
"… What blueprint do you want?" Carroll clenched his teeth. The Tyrant definitely knew about the bet, and if he went back on his word, he would be tarnishing Bloodshed Land's reputation.
He had no choice but to give up his treasures and fulfill Han Xiao's request.
"Let me think. That mechanical fortress of yours and that Giant Soldier mechanical suit, I want both of them."
Han Xiao chuckled.
"Okay!" Carroll's face twitched, and his heart was bleeding.
Following which, Han Xiao stated his requirements for the other three blueprints. He had peeked into Carroll's weapon warehouse and had quite a few things that he wanted. However, Carroll had not used all of them in the battle, so Han Xiao could not specify them directly.
As a Virtual Mechanic, although he could not fuse some of the exclusive machinery for his Class Advancement, the knowledge of the Mechanic class was the same. If he obtained the blueprint, he could learn it directly. After all, when gambling on blueprints, there were dozens of blueprints that could be fused with one type of knowledge. His Class Advancement only prevented him from fusing some of the blueprints. However, if he had the blueprint first, as long as his knowledge met the requirements of the blueprint, he would be able to create the machinery for the blueprint.
"I'll give you the blueprint tomorrow. You don't have to worry about me going back on my word. I still have this bit of credibility."
Carroll's face was filled with grievances. After saying this, he did not even bother to clean up the place and left, not even daring to look at Ames.
Han Xiao did not mind and looked at the notification on the interface.
[Ames' Rage] completed! j
You have received 1,500 EXP and + 15j Renown.
+ 2500j Floating Dragon Faction Relationship
+ 30 Ames Favorability. Current Relationship: [Best Friend] j
+ 2 to Heber's Favorability. Current relationship: [Cold] j
This time, Ames landed beside Han Xiao with a smile.
"Not bad."
"I can't just watch you get bullied." Han Xiao laughed and found an excuse to explain his actions.
"I know."
Ames smiled faintly and suddenly felt a little emotional.
Ever since she became a Beyond Grade A Super, she had not experienced the feeling of being protected for a very long time. She did not expect to have such a feeling again today.
I'm clearly much stronger than Black Star, but in the end, he actually helped me vent my anger … Ames laughed in her heart.
Aurora raised her head and looked at Han Xiao, then at Ames. She tugged on Hella's clothes and said softly, "Sister …"
"What?" Hella did not look at her and said with an indifferent tone.
"N-Nothing …" Aurora shrunk her neck.
…
After storing his machinery into the Blacklight Stealth, Han Xiao and the others returned to their room.
This challenge did not lead to any investigation, but through the news spread by the spectators, very soon, all the guests knew about the battle between Han Xiao and Carroll.
Black Star was in Bloodshed Land, fighting for Ames, publicly defeating the former traitor of Floating Dragon in someone else's territory, and the Tyrant actually allowed it. This could be considered as Black Star taking revenge for the Dragon Emperor, and many people were surprised.
After the battle ended, the day passed peacefully.
The next day, the official party finally began.
Everyone had waited for a few days for today's official party.
All the guests were dressed neatly and gathered in the hall of Heber's palace. This place had already been set up as a banquet venue, with all kinds of new and precious food and drinks. Musicians were on standby at the side.
Not only the hall, almost half of the palace was the venue for the party. It was all set up, and the guests could look around freely. There were also many private rooms upstairs for guests who wanted to communicate privately.
The goal of this party was to invite the top organizations of the Shattered Star Ring to discuss various topics, expand their connections, exchange information, outline the future of the Shattered Star Ring, and so on. Its function was similar to a social gathering, but it was more serious, practical, and high-end.
The guests were talking to each other, and Ames stood at the side, ignoring everyone. Hella and Aurora were beside her, and they did not know what to say in such an occasion, so they did not say anything either.
Han Xiao was around to replace Ames in socializing. From time to time, people would take the initiative to talk to him, and their attitudes were quite warm. He dealt with the guests while observing the others, silently collecting information.
Not long after, the organizer of the party, Heber, finally appeared. The place instantly quietened down, and everyone stopped talking. They all looked at Heber, waiting for him to speak.
"I'm very happy to see so many familiar faces again."
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