Chapter 652: Yang·Harry Potter·Jian

Boom!

Boom!

The sound of buildings collapsing kept ringing out.

Ao Yulie wielded a black greatsword in both hands, spinning like a top, and the resulting gale made it hard for a group of people to approach—the kicked-up sand and dust blocked the vision of the Black Watch warriors.

Even with goggles on, it was the same—recklessly closing in was just courting death.

One could only "watch helplessly" as Ao Yulie, this "black whirlwind," charged into the building, then burst out, with the building slowly collapsing "behind" him.

The foundation, load-bearing columns, and load-bearing walls were all destroyed; even if they remained intact above, it was useless.

Even if they fell while still intact, Ao Yulie could continue to finish them off.

Moreover, besides that "dual-sword" wielder, there was another massive monster "ravaging" within this base.

To call it a monster is actually inappropriate—this giant beast had a snow-white body, resembling a colossal wave.

Black flames burned on its limbs, spine, and tail, exuding the aura of a powerful predator.

Full of oppressive pressure.

Yet it showed no ferocity; its majestic bearing carried an air of elegance.

On the contrary, it could be described as beautiful, perfectly matching the aesthetic sensibilities of most people.

Roar!

The howl erupted from the Heavenly Hound's mouth—that was the celestial dog's roar, the guardian of the homeland, and instantly over a hundred people in the base collapsed.

Some non-combat personnel, under this howl, had their spirits shaken and fainted on the spot.

Many Black Watch warriors who drew near also half-knelt on the ground, unable to resist or endure this tangible pressure.

At the moment the beast's roar sounded, it felt as if a colossal beast had opened its jaws and truly bitten off one's head.

Even warriors who had experienced numerous life-and-death battles found their legs going weak at that moment, barely able to grip the straight blades in their hands.

They felt as if they had undergone death.

Beside that giant wolf,

the Tiānjiān xīnrén called the "White Beast" had his greatsword plunged straight into the ground before him, with both hands resting on the hilt's top.

Those eyes, which flickered in and out of visibility as red, gazed coldly ahead, yet his pupils were empty—completely vacant.

No one had truly entered his field of vision.

Everyone felt that this Tiānjiān xīnrén was not looking at them at all.

If he truly were to look at them…… perhaps, they would die!

"Master, luck is good—Yang Jian stayed here before, and I found his file data."

In the archive room, Zhu Bajie said, "There are also some materials I think might be useful—I took them all."

"Alright, let's go then." Tang Luo nodded, reaching out to grip the black greatsword before him.

"Here?!"

"Time to fight!"

The remaining Black Watch warriors' hearts pounded wildly and violently.

For the Tiānjiān xīnrén, human-wave tactics were ineffective—five people against one Tiānjiān xīnrén was the most suitable number.

More people just meant the space was that big, and our own side would easily collide.

Fewer numbers meant a lack.

This does not mean that five people can handle one Tiānjiān xīnrén, fifteen people can handle three—unless the Tiānjiān xīnrén split up and fought separately.

If they also formed formations, the situation would be different.

Dividing the battlefield and eliminating them separately is one of the key principles for dealing with Tiānjiān xīnrén.

Now, the two Tiānjiān xīnrén before us—one is demolishing buildings, the other stands motionless, having naturally separated.

Everyone should be pleased, yet……

Can't get up! Dare not move! Can't even lift a leg!

When that Tiānjiān xīnrén gripped the black greatsword in his hand, the immense pressure brought by the giant beast beside him vanished instantly.

Or rather, it was completely suppressed.

In everyone's ears, only demonic whispers and breathing could be heard.

Their vision was occupied by that pair of indifferent red eyes, seeing nothing else.

Then, a black greatsword appeared in their sight, blade pointed at the ground, sweeping lightly.

A trench instantly appeared on the ground, and even the nearby ruins were cleaved in two.

Horizontal and vertical……

The sword-swinging motion was not fast—it could be said to be slow, with white currents spreading from what could be said to be the completely unsharpened blade of the black greatsword.

The black greatsword actually never touched the ground.

The trench was actually caused by the "air current."

Sword qi?

A thought popped into some people's minds.

You Tiānjiān xīnrén, your artistic style is a bit off!

As Tang Luo gripped his sword, Ao Yulie naturally ceased his demolition work, running back like a husky, frolicking happily.

Tang Luo also happened to write out a "wood" character.

"Go."

The Heavenly Hound lowered herself, letting Tang Luo and Ao Yulie leap onto her broad back, then sprang up, leaping straight out of the base—after a few bounds, they vanished without a trace.

The Tiānjiān xīnrén left, just as abruptly as when they had appeared.

Left behind a half-ruined base and a pile of mysteries enough to shock the entire Homeland Watch.

Fortunately, the other side wasn't here to kill; there were casualties, but some were frightened into injury, and others—embarrassing to say—were trampled by our own people.

Non-combat personnel and clerks in the base are by no means few.

You can't expect them to stay calm in a crisis like the Black Watch warriors do.

Moreover, even many Black Watch warriors knelt on the spot and still haven't recovered.

After leaving the base, Tang Luo and Zhu Bajie met up, found a random secluded spot, and entered the Cursed House.

Not the slightest bit worried about camping issues.

The Food Magic Cube and the Cursed House—these two "food and lodging" items—have always been in Zhu Bajie's hands.

The Gray Mist was handed over to Ao Yulie.

Although Ao Yulie currently can't participate in the Gray Mist chat, it doesn't hinder Tang Luo and Zhu Bajie from using it to communicate.

It's like the group chat admin being muted while members still chat normally.

Two ghost maids served tea; the Cursed House has no food, absorbing ambient moisture—drinking tea, bathing, etc., requires no worry.

"Electricity" is naturally available too.

Equipment from the mission world is still very convenient.

"I never thought Yang Jian's life experience would be so interesting." Ao Yulie flipped through the materials, clicking his tongue in amazement.

Mu Yang, in Ao Yulie's words, can be called "Mu·Harry·Yang·Potter."

Thirty-five years old, a frontline warrior of the Black Watch, a Black Watch warrior—unlike athletes in some sports who retire past thirty or even twenty-five, he hasn't lost his fighting edge.

Thirty-five is absolutely their golden peak period.

Mu Yang is a star warrior in this golden era—strong, handsome.

Moreover, his life experience is quite legendary.

Mu Yang's parents were both Black Watch warriors who died in battle against the Heaven-peak Starpeople, leaving him, then only two years old.

Such war orphans, especially those of two Black Watch warriors, would certainly be properly arranged by Homeland Watch.

Similar to an orphanage but far better, such institutions exist worldwide.

But Mu Yang's parents left a will before death, not wanting him to re-enter Homeland Watch, to stay away from the battlefield.

This is quite normal—Homeland Watch raises you, and you'll surely join later.

It's not about force or no force; education and growth naturally lead to this result.

Following the martyrs' advice, Mu Yang was sent to relatives' home and then lived a life like Harry Potter's.

Exactly—basically, all kinds of unhappiness.

——This section in the materials is just one sentence, briefly mentioned; many are Ao Yulie's "reasonable speculation."

By the time Yang Jian was eleven, his parents' former comrades, having retired from the front lines, came to visit him and, without a word, took him away.

Just like how Harry Potter was taken by Hagrid back then, opening the door to a new world.

Later, Yang Jian displayed great talent and naturally entered the Black Watch forces, becoming a frontline combatant.

And became a powerful star warrior.

In the entire Black Watch, he is among the top strong, with limitless future.

Until two months ago, "Mu Yang" mysteriously betrayed, injured his teammates, and fled, vanishing without a trace.

The data obtained in this base is actually only Yang Jian's early records.

Including his background, early experiences before joining Homeland Watch, up to three years before becoming a Black Watch frontline combatant—fairly detailed.

Because Yang Jian's three-year "newcomer period" was spent garrisoning this base, responsible for this area's security.

After training ended and he was assigned to duty, he was transferred here, so his file naturally ended up here.

After his promotion, the records weren't updated in time—this world has computers and phones, but they're still in early stages and not widely used.

Most records are still paper-based.

After leaving this base, where Yang Jian went and what he did cannot be found here.

Moreover, as Yang Jian's strength grew, especially later on, the confidentiality of his records increased.

Only some orally transmitted battle records, honor medals, etc.

More is just gossip.

Detailed, true records and experiences are not accessible to just anyone.

As for the mystery of the betrayal, it's even more perplexing.

It's not that Homeland Watch has no enemies; when the Heaven-peak Starpeople descended, besides the resistance, naturally many wanted to compromise or surrender, and even extremists thought this was heavenly punishment and humanity should submit.

But those people amounted to nothing, beaten and fleeing with heads in hands.

How could a man with limitless future, destined to rise to high leadership, command the entire Black Watch, even Homeland Watch, possibly betray and join these foolish surrender factions?

It's like a top scholar destined to be prime minister suddenly joining a remote village's "Wanshun Tian Kingdom."

Now, the mystery of Mu Yang's betrayal has only grown.

Wise special Heaven-peak Starpeople, dangerous giant beasts, seeking "Mu Yang."

After the news spread, many felt it seemed the curtain was slowly rising before their eyes, a great change imminent.

In a certain sense, that's truly not wrong.

But Tang Luo and the others seeking Yang Jian has nothing to do with whether he betrayed or not.

They just happened to run into him.

If Yang Jian hadn't betrayed Homeland Watch, Tang Luo and the others might have just marched straight in and found him.

Yang Jian—surprised? pleased? unexpected?

That's probably how this meeting went.