In middle age, one's comprehension becomes extraordinary.

The level of one's martial arts realm does not necessarily reflect the depth of a martial artist's understanding of martial arts techniques.

The video recordings that Li Yuan handed over were only for others to view.

Everyone, including Deputy Battalion Commander Fang, only knew that the video Li Yuan filmed was very clear, stable, and valuable.

Of all the people present, only Xia Yao was able to discern Li Yuan's skill and agility through the camera lens.

In the complex wilderness environment, Li Yuan was not only able to record video smoothly, but also escape attacks from A-level ferocious beasts.

For a fleeting moment, Xia Yao even felt that Li Yuan's agility had surpassed hers.

While pondering, Xia Yao couldn't help but glance at Li Yuan again.

The discussion of the battle plan continued until midnight that night.

With all plans finalized, everyone can go back and rest.

We will assemble at the camp and depart at noon tomorrow.

That night, the number of martial artists patrolling around the camp nearly doubled.

It doesn't matter if I didn't know before.

But now that we know there are A-level ferocious beasts near the camp, we naturally have to be on guard.

When stationed on the border, one can never rely on luck.

If you want to survive solely by luck, even ten lives wouldn't be enough.

Back in their tent, Kang Yong and the others didn't rest; they waited for Li Yuan to return.

"Captain, are you really going to participate in tomorrow's operation...?"

"A-level ferocious beasts—even martial artists of the eighth rank or higher would be in mortal danger..."

For Li Yuan's team, the mission was now completely over.

But they still refer to Li Yuan as their captain.

Deep down, he had long admired Li Yuan.

They were very clear that, in essence, Li Yuan had dragged them through both tasks.

"I'd like to give it a try and see if I can win a third-class merit," Li Yuan said with a smile.

Kang Yong and the others were not envious; instead, they wanted to persuade Li Yuan to give up.

"Captain, the third-class merit is indeed a top honor, and very few people can receive it."

But Captain, you need to think about this: why are there so few people who can receive this kind of honor?

That's absolutely right.

The reason why the Third-Class Merit is so precious is because it is so difficult to obtain.

It's possible that half of them were seriously injured before they were able to receive the third-class merit award.

"It's okay, I know what I'm doing and how to protect myself."

The operation was well-planned.

Perhaps it's even safer than when our team goes out on a mission.

If you're interested, you can join the team.

Li Yuan was not intimidated by their warnings; instead, he offered some advice.

Upon hearing this, Kang Yong and the others shook their heads repeatedly.

"We are already very satisfied that we were able to return home safely."

The camp will even give us a letter of commendation; this is a good enough outcome.

"My family also told me to stay at the camp and go back when it's time..."

The team members all chose to remain calm and safe.

At the same time, Xia Yao had just lay down on the bed, holding a tablet computer in her hand.

A moment later, a file was sent over containing Li Yuan's information.

As she was looking through the documents, one of her team members approached and asked, "Who is this person?"

Cui Xuan is Xia Yao's friend of many years.

They were not ordinary subordinates or team members.

Only someone with this kind of status would dare to lean against Xia Yao and look at her documents.

"I watched the recording video of the first informant who discovered the A-level ferocious beast; his movement skills are quite impressive."

Xia Yao looked at the tablet and spoke softly.

"To be praised like this by my sister Yao, it seems she really has some talent."

As Cui Xuan spoke, she also carefully examined the contents of the tablet.

"She's good-looking, capable, and talented—it's not easy to find someone like that."

However, he seems to be getting on in years, and is only at the fifth-grade perfect realm...

Cui Xuan looked down and, after seeing Li Yuan's detailed conditions, unconsciously shook her head.

She is also a worldly person.

As Xia Yao's good friend, I've seen many talented people.

Li Yuan's registration information did not update his martial arts rank to sixth grade.

In her opinion, at this age, achieving the fifth rank in martial arts is hardly considered outstanding.

Even if he were promoted to the sixth rank, in Cui Xuan's opinion, it would still be somewhat lacking.

Xia Yao looked at her friend with a hint of helplessness, urging her to focus on some practical matters.

"I feel that he must have a unique understanding of the practice of body techniques."

"Now that this mission is over, we can talk to him."

The younger generation from such a prominent martial arts family certainly has a unique perspective.

They are knowledgeable and have a deep understanding.

"Even if we have some unique understanding, we might not be able to tell others when we ask..."

"You don't need to worry about that. I'll give him some pointers too, and we can exchange ideas."

Xia Yao had a confident look on her face; she didn't think this was particularly difficult.

"From what I've heard, your cousin has solved many problems related to martial arts techniques in the past few months."

You definitely need to think of a way to save face for yourself.

Cui Xuan thought she was trying to gain more contribution to the family and surpass Xia Zhao.

But in fact, Xia Yao did not have such thoughts.

"I could never catch up with Sister Zhao in my lifetime, and I have no intention of comparing myself to her."

As a descendant of the Xia family, I simply want to contribute to the family as much as possible.

We can't just waste resources and accomplish nothing.

Xia Yao shared her thoughts.

She and Xia Zhao have a very good relationship, and her cousin takes good care of her.

Xia Yao knew she didn't have the ability to inherit the family business, so she had no intention of fighting for it.

Cui Xuan's words made it sound like there was a tense relationship between them.

Hearing Xia Yao's words, Cui Xuan nodded.

She understood the implication in Xia Yao's words and decided not to say anything more about the matter.

"Let's go talk to him together after the mission is over."

He was able to get guidance from my sister Yao, so his trip was worthwhile.

"After we get back, we can bring it up and use it as a topic of conversation."

After chatting for a while, the two lay down to rest.

Martial artists have good physical strength and energy, but more rest will definitely bring them to a better state.

After breakfast at daybreak, the warriors who had received their battle instructions all assembled.

Frontal combat was to be undertaken by the main force companies of the army.

The special forces team led by Li Yuan and Xia Yao is responsible for rapid deployment and handling unforeseen circumstances.

For this mission, the camp deployed one-third of its forces.

This was a considerable combat mission for Sunset Mountain Camp.

This mission must be completed.

If you allow a Rank A ferocious beast like the Rock Bear Demon to reproduce, the consequences will be unimaginable.

At 10 o'clock, each squad began to announce their battle plans.

As the team leader, Li Yuan was also announcing the team's specific tasks in this plan.

The warriors in the squad listened to Li Yuan speak.

He would occasionally reveal a playful smile, but never said anything to offend Li Yuan.

A few people would exchange glances and then burst into laughter.

Luo Jinfan did the same, using this method to express his disapproval of Li Yuan.

Li Yuan ignored their childish actions.

I'm here to make a name for myself; let them do what they want.