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The difference lies in the ability to use Trans-am. I think you should know how much of a boost that can bring to combat power.

"Did you make all of these?"

Xu Qi found it somewhat unbelievable, which was why he was still able to distinguish Mei from Mei.

After all... such high-tech research is definitely not something Mei can do, and she has never aspired to do it, otherwise she wouldn't have gone to East China University of Political Science and Law.

Mei and Mei are ultimately different people.

“That’s right. With Prometheus’s assistance, everything will be much faster.”

"Oh……"

Prometheus glanced at the two of them expressionlessly, then left—feeling that staying even a second longer would be disrespectful to the atmosphere.

"Actually, I originally planned to have you drive the 00R, but... the V2V is undoubtedly very powerful, so I didn't insist anymore."

"Huh?" Xu Qi was taken aback, clearly not expecting there to be a story behind this.

Mei suddenly leaned over, pressing herself against Xu Qi, and Xu Qi did not react at all; his subconscious did not resist Mei's closeness.

"How about it? Actually, it's possible now... Do you want to sit inside and try it out?"

Xu Qi waved his hand – he already had V2V, so he didn't need any other armor. But then he immediately realized that their current posture was somewhat inappropriate.

Xu Qi hurriedly tried to get up and leave, but Mei grabbed him and pressed him even closer, so that Xu Qi could feel the softness of Mei's body.

this!……

Actually, Xu Qi could have insisted on leaving at this point. After all, what kind of physique does he have?

But...the two were standing far too close. If he used too much force, he would definitely hurt the other. Thinking of this, Xu Qi hesitated. An instinctive reluctance made him stop trying.

He simply frowned and said, "Dr. Mei, please have some self-respect."

Even his tone was soft, and he didn't show much of a tough demeanor.

Xu Qi didn't know what was wrong with her.

She really looks so much like Mei.

Mei seemed to have gotten something she wanted, and she voluntarily stepped away and returned to her captain's seat.

So obedient?

Seemingly noticing the confusion in Xu Qi's eyes, Mei glanced back at Xu Qi and chuckled, "I'll do whatever you tell me to do."

"Hiss!~~"

Xu Qi feels like his brain is going crazy!

This woman... who exactly is she?! What does she want?!

And...who exactly is she?

"Don't tell Mei about this."

"Ok?"

"I'm a lot like her, aren't I?"

It's more than just very similar...

"You'll find out the answer sooner or later, but not now. Everything has its priorities, and right now, the most important thing for you is to ensure Fu Hua's safety."

"I know without you telling me."

Stubborn...

Mei couldn't help but smile slightly.

"As for how you should get along with me, hmm... let me think about it... just treat me like Mei, that's fine too."

Xu Qi couldn't take it anymore! He decided to retaliate against this woman who was always flirting with him.

"Really? I make love with Mei almost every day, sometimes even during the day when I'm in the mood! What? You're planning to have sex with me?"

Sure enough, Mei blushed. She exuded the air of a mature woman, like a more mature Mei, but now she was blushing shyly and glanced at Xu Qi.

This……

"If you can't resist, I can too..."

"Enough!" Xu Qi was about to say something harsh! However, when he saw Mei, just one look from her made him abandon that idea.

"As expected, you really do love Mei very, very, very much."

For some reason, Mei's tone was strange when she said this; it sounded like she was jealous, but also somewhat gratified.

"Tsk! ...Of course I love her, so Dr. Mei, please watch your words and actions. Since you know you resemble Mei, then please..."

"Stop being so frivolous! Mei wouldn't do that!"

Mei wouldn't do this to others, but you're Xu Qi...

Mei offered no further explanation. Her expression returned to calm, as if she had returned to her usual gentle and intellectual demeanor, which was both refreshing and understanding...

There is still a considerable distance between you and her.

"The area within 10 kilometers of Mount Taixu is a military-controlled no-fly zone, which we cannot easily enter. The rest of the journey depends on you."

"learn."

Xu Qi stood up and glanced back at Dr. Mei—to be honest, he... really found it hard to dislike her. The slight harshness in his words just now was only because he felt that the two of them had only met for the first time.

After all, she and Mei look so alike...

Xu Qi knew that he was pretty much an incurable Mei fan.

But Xu Qi also knew that no matter how similar the two were, and even if their mental strength was highly unified, they were still two different women.

Xu Qi, who spends every day with Mei, can easily distinguish between Mei and Mei.

It's not as simple as a joke; the terms "Pro" or "Plus" don't apply here.

"I'm leaving."

Xu Qi.

He paused as he turned around, only to hear Dr. Mei, sitting in the captain's seat, speak softly.

"Come back safely."

This is more like Mei...

Xu Qi smiled and nodded – definitely.

······

Stepping off the bridge and into the operations room, I found not only Kosmo, but also Theresa.

Xu Qi exchanged nods with Kosmo, then smiled at Theresa and said, "You have never disappointed me, my Miss Theresa."

"Hmph!" With her arms crossed, Theresa turned her head away proudly. "I couldn't help it. Seeing someone so overwhelmed, I couldn't bear it."

"Oh, Theresa is so kind."

"Of course, why don't you call Lady Theresa over to hear it?"

Xu Qi raised an eyebrow, suddenly stepped forward, reached under Theresa's armpits, and picked her up amidst Theresa's gasp.

"Let's spin around!~~"

"You! Xu Qi!! Do you take me for a child!?"

"Hahahaha!"

275. Fu Hua: Returning to the mountain is for the purpose of descending it.

When Fu Hua reached the summit of Mount Taixu, it was already noon.

His clothes were soaked with sweat, making him look disheveled, but his eyes seemed to reveal a more determined and sharp light. This mountain path was a trial and a tempering.

When she first went up the mountain, Fu Hua had not walked this path of self-reflection, but now she finally understood the true meaning of this mountain path.

The moment you step on it, the scorching sun feels like it's burning your soul, stinging everything on your body, wanting you to retreat, wanting you to leave.

Unless... you know why you insist on reaching the top. (Crowdfunding group: 456127940)

To what extent are you willing to go for this desire in your heart? That's what Taixu Mountain wants to see.

Looking back now, perhaps it was precisely because of this introspective journey that Fu Hua remained somewhat lost and unable to see the road ahead until recently...

The current leader of Taixu Mountain places more emphasis on intention, while the founder of Taixu Mountain thousands of years ago clearly placed more emphasis on mind.

When this thought came to mind, Fu Hua suddenly frowned.

She looked inward and saw a broken sword floating in her dantian.

"Sword Heart..."

Fu Hua murmured the meaning behind the broken sword. Having practiced martial arts since childhood, more than a decade had passed, yet she hadn't even seen a trace of the sword's spirit.

But unexpectedly... at the very last moment of completing the mountain climb, a profound understanding naturally formed within me.

"Congratulations, Fu Hua. Your sword heart has been formed, which means that all five elements are complete. Apart from me and your junior uncle, you are the third person in Taixu Temple to achieve this."

A faint voice came from behind her. Fu Hua turned her head and saw a woman on her right, dressed in a blue and white Taoist robe, with her hands behind her back, looking at Fu Hua calmly.

"Master..."

Landing like an immortal, his body seemingly floating down, such divine skill is a mystery that Fu Hua may never be able to fathom in her entire life.

"Have you already decided to return to the mountain?"

Fu Xian'er asked this question.

Upon hearing this, Fu Hua first nodded, which made Fu Xian'er's lips curl up involuntarily, but then she shook her head, leaving people with new doubts—what did she mean?

"I am indeed preparing to return to the mountains."

Fu Hua took a deep breath, her gaze fixed on her master before her. Involuntarily, she recalled the moments she had spent on Mount Taixu before she turned 14.

If I could, I would always be willing to listen to you.

But I'm sorry, Master...

Perhaps my beliefs are different from yours from the moment I was born.

I don't want to grow old alone in such a lifeless little Taoist temple. Even if I become highly skilled and invincible, what use would it be?

Unable to witness the beauty of the world, unable to taste the bitterness of humanity, spending his entire life high above like an immortal, but in Fu Hua's eyes... he was nothing more than a captive swan.

and so……

"Returning to the mountain is for the purpose of descending it."

The moment the words were spoken, Fu Hua, whose five elements were fully formed, spontaneously surged with the power of the Tai Xu sword! Even her master couldn't help but slightly frown at its might.

The so-called Taixu Sword Qi is a profound and mysterious art that is extremely difficult to master.

Unlike the other four aggregates, it cannot be strengthened by skills, time, or any other objective factors.

Even the divine essence, its objective condition is simply exceptional natural talent. If you had unlimited time, would never grow old, and wouldn't even need talent.

But only the heart can hold...

No matter how long the time or how hard one practices, it cannot bring about a change in a person's state of mind.

Only the absolute strongest can forge ahead on the path of inner strength!

Just like... Fu Hua at this moment.

With her sword heart fully formed, she reached the third level of the Mirror Realm! Her unwavering resolve made her more determined than ever before! No longer lost.

"Good... You really are the next leader of Taixu Temple."

“Master, I’ve already said it—returning to the mountain is for the purpose of going down the mountain.”

……

Fu Xian'er finally understood that this sentence was Fu Hua's vow.

Just as one needs to make a vow to attain Buddhahood in Buddhism, one with a clear mind and a pure heart also needs to forge a unique and unwavering path.

In other words, if I fail to descend the mountain today, my sword heart... will be shattered.