Above Destiny

Chapter 356: Be careful, it's slippery even during the day

"It's still dark."

Ji Jue raised his head and stared at the sky which was still dark at eight o'clock in the morning, feeling a little depressed for some reason.

"The long night came early this year, and I'm afraid it won't be dawn until after 11 o'clock." The local receptionist sighed: "In the past few years, there would be a process, and it wasn't so severe.

In the past few winters, the nights have been getting longer and the days shorter. Many locals can’t stand it and have moved inland, but there are no good places inland. The drought in Liangcheng is getting worse and worse. In Kunwu, nothing can be grown, not even potatoes. Even Yacheng is getting hotter and hotter. I heard that last summer lasted for six months?"

"A little more than five months, but it is indeed hot." Ji Jue nodded: "Winter is also warmer than before."

"The experts said that the sun's orbit has changed and it has entered a period of something or other. Anyway, we don't understand." The receptionist said, "Mr. Ji, let me ask you a question. Are the fuel and warm things ready? When the long night comes, the ice field will be even colder. Last year, some places could freeze to dozens of degrees below zero."

"Don't worry, we are well prepared."

Ji Jue waved his hand and smiled: "I am not afraid of cold by nature, so it doesn't matter if the temperature is a little lower."

The Chosen One at the Transformation Stage is no longer affected by ordinary temperature disasters. Moreover, even if he was stranded naked on the ice field, Ji Jue still had the blessing of the blood of the furnace. He was a natural heat source. Why would he be afraid of this little change?
However, the bleak tone in the receptionist's words suddenly made him realize that perhaps the impact of climate change was even more profound than he had expected.

Compared with these places, Yacheng is a treasure land, just a little hotter in summer.

"Let's go."

Ji Jue took one last look at the dark night sky and the emerald green neon light winding from the north, then turned and walked towards the venue.

The opening day of the Wild Sea Rally.

Outside the Heihe River, or to be more precise, above the Heihe River.

Just outside the small town, in the ice and snow, the Black River, which has been flowing for half a year, is frozen for half a year into a solid ice road that winds eastward, with crowds of people surging and lights flashing.

The high-pitched roar of engines continued, the laser lights on the stage swept in all directions, the singing and dancing continued, and the grand opening ceremony performance brought the atmosphere to a climax.

In addition to the VIP crowds who bought tickets and danced to the electronic music, crowds of people also gathered on both sides of the river, which was hundreds of meters wide. No matter where you go, people always like to watch the excitement, let alone this kind of big event that only happens once every three years and attracts the attention of fans from all over the federation.

Drones were taking off and flying, and above the dark sky, there were helicopters with cameras capturing the wonderful scenes.

Reporters in the venue have already started interviewing.

Even a small local factory like Coast Automobile Factory, which participated in the competition for the first time, gained a lot of attention.

After all, there is the experience of rebounding and emerging in a short period of time, and the topic of the factory director personally coming to participate in the competition. What's more, Ji Jue has a good-looking face.

In just a few days, there were many fans online. However, most of them were junkers like Ji Jue, modification enthusiasts, or members of settlements in the wilderness, nomads, and other than that... most of them were little black fans who liked ghost works.

However, black and red are also red.

For the sake of the teacher's assignment, Ji Jue is willing to become an internet celebrity to earn money and help people sell goods every day!
"Mr. Ji, as a driver of the Coast Racing Team, what are your expectations for this competition?"

The reporter handed over the microphone, full of expectation: "Could it be that this time the sword is aimed at the first place, and if it doesn't make a name for itself, it will make a big splash?"

"No, no, friendship comes first, competition comes second."

Ji Jue smiled naively and nodded at the camera: "I hope everyone can race in style and make a great performance. But speaking of which, our Coast Automobile Factory has also launched the off-road model Carrot, which is just right for this kind of scene - not afraid of wind and snow, not afraid of severe cold, breaking through the pain and darkness. This is a tool and helper we specially tailored for challengers, and now it is..."

"Uh, cough, cough."

The reporter kept trying hard and finally pulled the microphone back, interrupting Ji Jue's smooth advertising. He smiled with difficulty: "Mr. Ji, as the factory director of Coast Automobile and the driver of the team, is still so young. I think the audience friends in front of the screen are also a little curious. Can you introduce yourself?"

"Ji Jue, male, 1988 years old, single. However, if singles want to meet their commuting needs, there is actually no need to squeeze into the subway or take the bus. Currently, the MINI model Huanggua is still selling hot. If you inquire now, you can get a gift set with an original price of ..."

You're not done yet, are you?

The reporter was already completely exhausted and was about to find a new topic when she heard a commotion not far away. It was Huisheng and Tiancheng's motorcade entering the venue. Countless reporters swarmed around them like flies.

Even the young lady in front of Ji Jue's eyes lit up. After saying a few polite words, she struggled to pull the microphone away from Ji Jue's mouth while he was constantly advertising, and hurriedly turned around to surround him.

In the center of the crowd, there was a burly figure with slightly dark skin and an expressionless face. Standing among the crowd, he was like a crane standing out among chickens, simply a giant.

The aura of the whole body was stagnant and low, and it continuously brought a sense of oppression. It was obvious that he was the chosen one of the reborn ruins. However, according to Ji Jue's judgment, this was obviously the result of deliberate restraint, but the opponent's spiritual essence and strength were so huge that they were like a volcano and could erupt at any time.

Obviously, one foot has stepped into the limit of transcendence.

Very strong. Too strong.

What made Ji Jue even more horrified was the navigator of the Tiancheng convoy standing next to him, a rare blonde mixed-race woman with a curvy figure. She seemed to be the focus of all attention by nature. She faced the interview with ease, but for a moment, her eyes seemed to be looking over here.

The emerald green eyes, like gems, reflected the crystal light, swirling and changing silently, making Ji Jue fall into an empty trance, but then he woke up with a start.

The fire in his eyes suddenly rose, sensing the invasion that seemed to have come silently just now, and he was restless to extinguish that glimmer of light and burn it to ashes!

Heart Pivot? Or Ascension?
Or maybe it was a combination of both, the complex matrix and the equally secretive ability almost made Ji Jue fall into the trap instantly.

The navigator seemed to smile at the slight frustration, not caring at all. Instead, he raised his right hand, pointed two fingers at his eyes, and then pointed at Ji Jue.

As if mocking, telling him, I'll be watching you.

But from beginning to end it seemed like just an illusion. In the eyes of everyone, she did not move at all. No one noticed, and even the camera did not record such a scene.

Ji Jue stared indifferently at the figure disappearing in the crowd for a long time, then waved his hand, and the missile rack that had risen in the cabin of the Niu Ma returned and retracted silently.

There are too many people at the opening ceremony, it would be bad if it turned into a terrorist attack.

He looked away.

"Do you want me to help you get rid of her, Brother Ji Jue?"

Behind him, An Ning followed silently and smiled: "How about cutting off her head and putting it under their engine hood? It will fall out once it is opened, giving everyone a surprise."

“It’s a good idea, but don’t create it.”

Ji Jue smiled: "I'll create it later."

As he spoke, he realized that his palm was raised. Subconsciously, he thought it was Xiao An behind him, and wanted to rub his head, but his palm suddenly stopped in mid-air awkwardly.

"What happened?"

An Ning came closer, smiling and blinking, blinking and waiting.

Then, Ji Jue raised his hand, bent his fingers, and tapped her on the forehead without any hesitation.

Unfortunately, it missed and was dodged.

An Ning said "hehe" and followed Ji Jue with an increasingly cheerful smile.

The staff member who followed the organizing committee to draw lots also came back and said nervously: "Sorry, Mr. Ji, I was unlucky and only drew the 14th starting position."

The first group to start was the 2000CC+ modified group. There were more than teams in total, and we only got th place, which was already quite far behind.

The second wave is the original group of the same specifications, which will start in the afternoon. The second and third days will be other displacements, and there will be motorcycles after that...

According to the arrangement of the organizing committee, in order to make the competition closer to the audience, let the audience feel that the ticket purchase is worthwhile or take more film-making shots and photos, there will be a performance-like start.

The starting point of the first stage of the race is the three-kilometer short track on the ice in front of you.

According to the order of the draw, the participating teams will start at half a minute interval in the order determined by the draw. At this stage, the drivers will usually perform some stunts in front of the audience or demonstrate their performance according to the manufacturer's requirements, which is equivalent to an exhibition match to liven up the atmosphere.

The terms "first in, second out" are actually meaningless, after all, the results are calculated based on the time you start and the time you arrive at the Kunwu relay point three days later.

Moreover, for such a severe challenge as the Wild Sea Rally, one or two minutes of time are of no importance to the overall situation.

However, for the contestants, being able to appear first will definitely attract more attention from the audience, and it will naturally be more cost-effective for the manufacturers who pay to sponsor.

"It doesn't matter. Being able to come here to compete is already an advertisement."

Noticing the discontented looks of the other members of the team, Ji Jue smiled and consoled them: "Ranking is secondary. We are already successful just by coming here.

The rest is just a matter of how big you can win." After saying that, he patted him on the shoulder and followed the staff to the stage to take a photo.

Well, in the very corner.

He didn't care about the cold or dark looks around him. He smiled with joy and anticipation, made a V sign with his hands, and looked innocent and unaware of the dangers of the world.

The driver, who was as burly as a giant, glanced at it and didn't care. Next to him, the navigator of Tiancheng had a charming smile and his eyes moved. After looking over again, his sight was slightly stunned.

Her gaze subconsciously passed Ji Jue and fell on the sweet face beside him, looking towards her.

An Ning.

The hunter's cold eyes met Xinshu's gaze, and after a flash, the female navigator's expression paused slightly and she withdrew her gaze.

And Ji Jue never looked over here from beginning to end.

Looking into the distance, under the huge column of smoke that reached the sky from the distant city, there was a towering and huge outline in the dark night - a battleship-class volcanic engine.

What a pity, time is short.

Otherwise, I really want to grab a handful...

And from the front, cheers were heard.

The first train leaves the station!
The huge off-road vehicle roared out from the starting platform, rushed into the air from the slope, and after crossing dozens of meters, it landed steadily. The anti-skid chains of the snow tires rubbed against the ground, stirring up countless ice chips.

The echo of the engine was so pleasant that no strange sound could be heard from the restless roar. It was so integrated that it seemed like the cry and roar of a living thing, which was fascinating.

Chonghui Team, set off!
And right through the car window, the unshaven-bearded navigator Shi Ran leaned out and greeted the spectators on both sides. In the midst of his busy schedule, he seemed to turn around and waved to the crowd at the starting platform.

Towards Ji Jue.

I gave you a thumbs up, come on!

Just like that, he disappeared into the distance amid the cheers lining the aisle.

Then came the echo. The driver seemed like a giant, but the size of the vehicle was equally exaggerated, like a rampaging fortress. The spiritual circuits inside were flowing and changing intricately. All that could be felt was the surging breath brought by the rising spiritual essence.

The crowd's cheers grew louder and louder.

As the order of departure began, the atmosphere rose again, becoming more and more intense.

And just like that, amid cheers, the thirteenth car started.

Bailong Fleet.

The young driver with a shaved head was shirtless in such cold weather. His body was covered with logos of car companies and sponsors. He had bulging muscles and grinned at the camera.

The upper and lower rows of teeth were actually made of black metal, with the pinyin of swear words embossed on them.

When passing by other cars, the laughing driver in the car turned around, glanced at Ji Jue who was queuing behind, raised his hand with disdain, and made a throat-cutting gesture towards his neck.

Finally, give the middle finger.

Ji Jue raised his eyes and smiled.

He was indifferent, as if he hadn't seen it at all.

But next to him, there was a hint of coldness in the indifferent eyes of the girl.

And the darkness in Ji Jue’s eyes was rising like the flames of purgatory.

Such completely different, yet seemingly identical looks made the speeding driver stunned for a moment. He couldn't help but feel goosebumps all over his body and subconsciously cursed.

Damn, it's like I'm sick...

Ji Jue watched him go away, then turned around, looked beside him and waved.

He called the maintenance man in the corner and pointed at the cigarette that had just been lit at the corner of his mouth.

"Give me."

"Ah?" The maintenance man subconsciously reached into his pocket, trying to take out a new one, but saw Ji Jue waving his hand: "No, this one will do."

The dazed maintenance worker was stunned for a moment and wanted to say something, but when he saw the pair of dark eyes, his body moved subconsciously. He took out the cigarette that had just been lit from his mouth, hesitated for a moment, wiped the cigarette holder on his clothes, and then carefully handed it over upside down.

"Thank you."

Ji Jue held the flickering cigarette between his fingertips and smiled slightly.

boom! ! !
In the distance, amidst the shrill sounds of friction, loud collisions and screams of the crowd, an accident!

The Bailong convoy, which had just started, had only traveled one kilometer when its tire burst without any warning. It then suddenly skidded on the ice, spun in vain, and crashed into a fence. It sank into a pile of snow covered with stones and mud, and almost crashed into the crowd.

The security guards waiting on both sides were also stunned. They were called here every year to make up the numbers and go through the motions, but they never expected that something would go wrong this year alone.
Stunned, forgetting to react, before even giving a signal, I saw...

On the starting platform, dazzling light rushed out and spread along with the loud roar of the engine.

Steel roars and shouts.

Amid the cheers of the audience, the dark and ferocious calf-horse leaped into the air and slammed heavily to the ground. The matte paint on the armor reflected countless flashes. The heavy and massive wheels crushed the ice and galloped out again!

Roaring and galloping!

The unprecedented loud and loud noise was like a monster suddenly appearing from the darkness, roaring loudly in the ears!

After a moment of dead silence, the entire scene was filled with shouts and cheers, becoming increasingly fanatical!
Ignoring the voice of the organizing committee staff on the intercom, Ji Jue put one hand on the car window, stepped on the accelerator, and let the calf neigh happily, enjoying the cheers and amazement. In just a few seconds, the speed increased to 190 kilometers, which was like a storm, flashing before the eyes of the spectators on both sides.

When the sluggish audience wanted to cheer, they opened their mouths to feel a violent frosty wind blowing in their faces!
Just like that, they were galloping openly on the short track, and then, screams were heard again - the galloping calf seemed to slip, and the body of the car shook violently.

Then, it spun madly while gliding due to inertia!
Under the illumination of the helicopter lights, everyone's shouts became louder and louder. They saw a swirling black vehicle sliding on the ice like a huge rock rolling forward, and it ran straight towards the stranded Bailong!
In the Bailong carriage, the navigator and the driver were stunned and stiff in their places.

His distorted expression was illuminated by the cruel light, and he subconsciously struggled to break free from the seat belt and jump out of the car.

But then, the strange black car on the coast suddenly stopped without any warning, as if ignoring inertia and gravity.

It was just a casual tailspin, which stirred up countless ice chips and mud on the ground, turning into a gray-black wave that splashed on the two covered faces that had just had time to lean out of the car window.

Fall into the eyes, ears, mouth and nose.

Irrigate thoroughly!

The dazzling light suddenly shone on his face, reflecting every embarrassed expression and detail.

Under the magnification of the camera, it is broadcast to every live screen.

It was not until this moment that the harsh friction sound stopped abruptly, and there was only less than a centimeter left between the body of the calf and the other side.

The two faces twitched, and quickly turned red and blue from pale, almost roaring in anger.

"Sorry, no trash can found."

A hand that was holding the car window raised up and casually flicked the half-smoked cigarette onto the other car's hood. With a crisp snap, sparks flew and then went out in the mud and snow.

Behind the car window, Ji Jue smiled warmly, "Please bring it with me when we go back to the garbage dump."

boom!
The engine roared, and the car reversed, splashing up mud and snow powder again.

Just like that, amid shouts and cheers like a tide, it accelerated again, leaving behind a trail of thick smoke.

Marching towards the snowfield wildly and arrogantly!

(End of this chapter)