Chapter 235

"What!?"

The leader was shocked, not expecting Zhou Xuan to actually make such a move.

With a loud bang, the explosive device detonated not far from the energy core.

Although it did not directly destroy the energy core, that powerful shockwave was enough to plunge the entire underground space into chaos.

Taking this opportunity, Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo used all their strength to break free from the restraints and charged toward the only exit.

They knew this was their only chance of survival.

"You can't escape!"

The leader roared and quickly gave chase.

But just then, the entire base suddenly began to shake violently, as if it were about to collapse.

"It seems heaven wants you dead!"

Zhou Xuan sneered, and he and Xiang Xingluo finally rushed out of the base's gate, returning to the vast universe of the Astral Express.

However, they did not relax their vigilance because of this. They knew that this battle was far from over.

But they also believed that as long as they persisted, one day they would be able to uncover the true face of the mysterious faction and protect the peace and tranquility of this universe.

In the endless universe of the Astral Express, starlight and shadows wove into complex tapestries.

Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo, these two brave explorers, were currently caught in an unprecedented crisis.

They, originally the most dazzling stars in the Universal Alliance, had unexpectedly fallen into a trap meticulously laid by the mysterious faction, and a contest involving fate and courage quietly unfolded.

Inside the dim tunnel, the light was cut into fragmented pieces by the cold metal walls, and every step was accompanied by echoes, as if even the air were telling of unease.

Zhou Xuan gripped the high-energy light sword in his hand, his eyes sharp as an eagle's, scanning everything around him.

Xiang Xingluo followed closely behind him, holding specially made energy pistols in both hands, ready to deal with any sudden attack.

"These traps are designed so exquisitely; it seems the opponent was well prepared."

Zhou Xuan said in a deep voice, his tone revealing a bit of solemnity.

Xiang Xingluo nodded, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes: "We must find the exit as soon as possible, otherwise, once our energy is exhausted, we will fall into a desperate situation."

Just then, a piercing alarm suddenly sounded, and immediately after, the walls on both sides of the tunnel slowly opened.

Dozens of silver-white robots filed out, their bodies flickering with a cold metallic luster, red lights flashing in their eyes, clearly having locked onto their targets.

"It's advanced combat robots!"

Xiang Xingluo exclaimed, quickly adjusting the shooting mode of her pistols, preparing to engage in battle.

Zhou Xuan took a deep breath, his light sword instantly lighting up with a dazzling glow, and he unfolded his figure, charging toward the group of robots like a leopard; wherever the sword light passed, it left behind trails of sparks.

Although the robots were numerous, the cooperation between Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo was exceptionally tacit.

Zhou Xuan moved through the robots at an astonishing speed, every sword swing precise and accurate, striking directly at their vitals;

while Xiang Xingluo utilized the flexibility of her pistols to provide fire support from a distance, the two's attacks forming a perfect defensive line.

However, these robots were no ordinary foes; they seemed to possess some kind of intelligent system capable of quickly adjusting strategies based on the opponent's attack patterns.

Soon, the robots began to adopt encirclement tactics, forcing Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo into a narrow corner.

"This won't do; we must find a breakthrough!"

Zhou Xuan shouted to Xiang Xingluo while swinging his sword to block the robots' attacks.

Xiang Xingluo gritted her teeth, her pistols continuously spraying energy bullets, attempting to buy time for Zhou Xuan:

"I'll cover you, you charge out and find support!"

Hearing this, a flash of resolve crossed Zhou Xuan's eyes, and he suddenly erupted with all his power, his light sword turning into a brilliant stream of light, forcibly tearing an opening in the robot group.

Taking this opportunity, he quickly charged toward the other end of the tunnel, while Xiang Xingluo remained in place, using all her strength to block the robots' attacks.

However, just as Zhou Xuan was about to rush out of the tunnel, a robot hidden in the dark suddenly launched a sneak attack, and a laser beam instantly pierced the air, heading straight for Xiang Xingluo.

"Look out!"

Zhou Xuan shouted, but it was already too late.

The laser beam hit Xiang Xingluo's left arm hard, and she immediately felt a sharp pain, her whole body involuntarily collapsing to the ground.

"Xiang Xingluo!"

Zhou Xuan was horrified, turning around abruptly and charging back to Xiang Xingluo's side regardless of everything.

At this time, those robots had taken the opportunity to surround them, trapping the two tightly.

"I'm fine…"

Xiang Xingluo barely supported her body, but her face had already turned pale as paper, "You go, don't worry about me!"

"Impossible!"

Zhou Xuan roared, the light from the sword in his hand flaring brightly, as if he were about to tear everything around him apart, "I will never leave you alone!"

He fought hard to resist the robots' attacks while carefully helping Xiang Xingluo up, attempting to take her with him to break out.

But those robots seemed endless, each attack more fierce than the last.

Just at this critical moment, a strong vibration suddenly came from outside the tunnel.

Immediately after, several dazzling rays of light pierced the sky, and the Universal Alliance's support troops appeared before them like divine soldiers descending from heaven.

"It's the Alliance's warships!"

Xiang Xingluo's eyes lit up, a long-lost smile appearing on her face.

The support troops quickly joined the battle; they were well-equipped and well-trained, and soon turned the tide of the battle.

Although those robots were numerous and had powerful firepower, they appeared vulnerable before the powerful firepower of the Alliance warships.

After a fierce battle, the robots were finally all defeated.

Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo successfully escaped under the cover of the support troops, but their moods did not relax because of this.

"We've been marked."

Zhou Xuan said in a deep voice, "No matter where we go, we will be tracked and attacked."

Xiang Xingluo nodded, a hint of worry flashing in her eyes: "We must find a solution as soon as possible, otherwise we will never be able to shake off this crisis."

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The two looked at each other, their eyes filled with firmness and resolve.

They knew that the road ahead would be even more difficult and dangerous, but they also understood that only by bravely facing all challenges could they protect the faith and hope in their hearts.

Inside the Universal Alliance's temporary base, Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo sat at a simple table, surrounded by busy Alliance members and constantly flickering screens.

They were urgently discussing countermeasures, attempting to find a way to shake off the mysterious faction's tracking.

"We cannot continue to be so passive."

Zhou Xuan said in a deep voice, "We must take the initiative to attack, find that energy core, and destroy it."

Hearing this, a flash of resolve crossed Xiang Xingluo's eyes:

"I agree. But we must act carefully; since the opponent can set up such an exquisite trap, they must have a backup plan."

The two were silent for a moment, then raised their heads simultaneously, their gazes filled with firmness and faith.

They knew that this battle would be exceptionally difficult and dangerous, but they also believed that as long as they worked together and moved forward bravely, they would surely be able to overcome all difficulties and challenges.

However, could they really shake off the mysterious faction's tracking?

And how should they continue the plan to destroy the energy core? All of this remained an unknown...

Inside the Universal Alliance's base, the lights were soft yet firm, illuminating the determined faces of Zhou Xuan and Xiang Xingluo.

They stood side by side before a massive holographic projection; in that projection was a review of the previous tragic battle, every detail like a sharp blade cutting into their hearts.

Dr. Ratio, this technological prodigy famous throughout the universe, stood to the side, his eyes flashing with wisdom and determination.

"We must admit that the previous plan had too many loopholes."

Zhou Xuan's voice was low and powerful; he turned to look at Xiang Xingluo, their gazes meeting in the air—no words were needed, a tacit understanding already existed between them.

Xiang Xingluo nodded, her eyes flashing with unyielding light:

"Yes, but we cannot give up just like that. The power of Honkai is spreading, and every life on the Astral Express is waiting for our salvation."

Dr. Ratio gently pushed up the glasses on the bridge of his nose, the eyes behind the lenses flashing with the light of thought:

"I have studied those energy cores of the mysterious faction; they seem to rely on a special frequency fluctuation to maintain stability.

If we can create a device capable of interfering with this frequency, perhaps we could weaken their power."

Hearing this, a flash of hope crossed Zhou Xuan's eyes:

"This is indeed a bold idea, but what materials do we need? And how should we realize it?"

Dr. Ratio walked to the holographic projection, his fingers gently sliding through the air, and a detailed list of materials appeared before everyone:

"These materials are mostly rare and difficult to obtain, but not impossible.