"Xu An," Miao Wei finally turned to Li Yuan, having seen his combat footage at Observation Post 19 and knowing he was a Martial Path prodigy.
But subconsciously, Miao Wei wasn't too concerned about him.
After all, even if he were a Martial Path genius, what impact could he really have on the Mingxu Star Realm?
"Senior Miao Wei," Li Yuan nodded slightly.
"Where's the team you were leading?" Liu Jing asked.
"Their strength is too weak and they move too slowly, so I came ahead alone," Miao Wei said, "The heavy weapons they carried... don't pose much of a threat to Prime Warriors either."
"The Mechanical Legion is still 400 kilometers away."
Miao Wei quickly explained the situation, clarifying to Li Yuan the resolve of those at Outpost Base 3.
Massive technological weapons are not used lightly in the Mingxu Star Realm.
But when it comes to competing for certain critical interests, hesitation is not an option at the time of risk.
"Then the three of us will head to Flying Serpent Valley to take another look," Liu Jing said with murderous intent, "If the Tianliang Clan sends any Second Rank powerhouses, see if we can take them out first."
"The three of us?" Miao Wei was stunned for a moment, her gaze involuntarily falling on Li Yuan.
"Miao Wei, don't underestimate Xu An; he may be much stronger than you in some respects," Liu Jing said with a smile.
Miao Wei nodded slightly, though she found it hard to believe.
Just days before, she had seen Li Yuan fight with two First Rank top team leaders of the Tianliang Clan. While his strength was not bad, it still fell short when compared to a Prime Warrior.
How much stronger could one get in just a few days?
But since Liu Jing said so, she wouldn't contradict him.
"Let's go," Liu Jing stated indifferently, noticing Miao Wei's disbelief yet not about to explain that Li Yuan's spiritual power had reached the Flying Heaven Level.
Whoosh! Liu Jing leaped out of the cave, followed closely by Li Yuan and Miao Wei.
The group moved through the wilderness forests, racing at a speed of about eighty meters per second.
For Liu Jing and Miao Wei, this pace was akin to a leisurely walk.
As intermediate Prime Warriors, their maximum sprinting speed easily exceeded 200 meters per second.
"Keeping up?" Miao Wei was quite surprised to see Li Yuan keeping pace. In her mind, Li Yuan's physical quality was only at Level 16 or 17.
"Xu An's physical quality has surpassed Level 19, he was just concealing his strength," Liu Jing said calmly, "The data isn't accurate."
"Understood," Miao Wei nodded, thinking to herself, "Level 19, combined with an Origin Power Battle Suit and superior Spear Technique, could indeed match a Level 20 Prime Warrior... It seems Liu Jing wants to temper him further."
"Well, with such strength, he's not a dead weight. He might just be of some use," Miao Wei thought she saw through Liu Jing's intentions.
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!
The three advanced rapidly, drawing ever closer to Flying Serpent Valley.
At Flying Serpent Valley, on the mountain ridge above the side of the cliff where Liu Jing had battled the Flying Serpent,
a toweringly broad-shouldered man, Delgado, and a blood-robed, sinister-looking youth, Xue Shu, were silently meditating and recuperating.
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Not far from them, the tall and lanky Mo Li was fiddling with a device, waving it about, seemingly engaged in some sort of surveillance.
"So long has passed, and not a single person from the Seven Stars has been sighted," Xue Shu opened his eyes and frowned, "Have they become afraid?"
"Perhaps they suffered heavy casualties in the previous battle," Delgado replied indifferently, "It's better for us if they don't come. Have the people under you dispersed yet?"
"They have," Xue Shu nodded.
Initially, the three of them were spread out on surveillance duty, but with nearly two hundred Tianliang Clan warriors arriving under Xue Shu, they had reconvened at one spot.
"Hm?" Delgado's eyes snapped open, and his body shot up into the sky. In an instant, he flew dozens of meters and bellowed, "Who's there!"
Xue Shu and Mo Li were only a half-step behind; one dropped the device in his hands to seize his spear as his Battle Garment instantly covered his body.
The other likewise soared into the air, drawing the Combat Saber from his back.
In the Star Realm, where one must always be vigilant, they were ready to unleash their full power at a moment's notice.
"Haha, Delgado, long time no see. Your guard is still as high as ever," a hearty laugh echoed from deep within the forest.
Three figures flashed from within the depths of the jungle, like three phantoms. Their terrifying speed caused the air to rumble and stir, carrying countless leaves and branches swirling through the air.
Three against three, standing off at a distance of nearly a hundred meters in the forest.
Delgado fixed a fierce gaze on Liu Jing and, gritting his teeth, spat out two words, "Liu Jing!"
Given their proximity, the Seven Stars and Tianliang civilizations' bases had grown well aware of each other's leading figures over the decades.
"You old fool, to think you'd dare show up," Delgado's eyes were ice-cold, "It's a pity I didn't kill you five years ago."
He spoke in Xia Country's language, somewhat awkwardly, but clearly enough to be comprehended.
"This time I'll give you a chance, whether you can seize it is up to you," Liu Jing's face held a smile, but his eyes were incredibly cold.
Five years ago, their two bases had a collision. During that clash, he had nearly lost his life.
His lingering injuries had also stemmed from that great battle and had yet to fully recover.
"Not good, Delgado, I've detected that Liu Jing's Life Level is 25.5," Mo Li suddenly changed his expression and spoke gravely.
"25.5?" Delgado's expression shifted slightly, "Your injuries have healed?"
The Tianliang Clan had highly advanced life detectors, and their assessments were generally not far off.
"How could I dare to come here if I hadn't recovered?" Liu Jing responded lightly, "Delgado, last time the three of you ganged up on me and left me gravely wounded. Do you think you can win against me alone now?"
Delgado's pupils contracted; he was well aware of Liu Jing's prowess.
Even against an injured Liu Jing, with his superior physical quality, he wasn't certain he could win, much less now when Liu Jing had fully recovered.