novelraw Chapter 724 - 445: Sky Island, Two Lineages of the Royal Family
Chapter 724 - 445: Sky Island, Two Lineages of the Royal Family
"Star Ring Channel... No wonder."
The flying device left the docking space station, with a military squad escorting them in two flying cars, paving the way towards the vast and bustling city.
With Chu Shihong’s words echoing in his ears, Chen Feng slightly nodded, grasping the gist of the matter.
Earth Star is large, yet its area is ultimately limited.
Independent spaces like the Radiant Secret Realm can build cities for humans to live, naturally becoming new development points and the foundation of a nation.
Thus, competition arises, with everyone wanting to claim more resources.
The Star Ring Channel, which can enhance military transportation and provide cross-boundary support, becomes the trump card in this Secret Realm competition.
"Hmm?"
Sensing shifted abruptly.
Chen Feng squinted at the sky above the city, feeling a layer of obstruction as the distance decreased.
It seemed like a magnetic field, yet not quite.
Rather, it was somewhat like optical refraction, seemingly concealing a space.
Buzz!
Soon, as the flying device moved forward a bit further.
The surrounding air distorted, as if passing through a bubble.
A new scene appeared before them, something unseen before by the naked eye.
Above the bustling city, several enormous warships hovered like giant beasts, suppressing order.
Additionally, a floating sky island appeared between the clouds.
A semi-circular blue light barrier protected it, within which numerous flying devices and flying cars rose and descended.
Yet, this was not the true focal point.
Farther away, a grand inverted pyramid hung high in the sky, motionless.
It appeared as though massive brown stones were stacked together, spanning thousands of meters, surrounded by undulating clouds.
The enormous shadow cast over part of the city, forcing streetlights to illuminate.
Various aerial blockades guarded the vicinity, while numerous crisscrossing warplanes and flying devices maneuvered, occasionally flashing some red and blue lights.
In comparison, everything seemed like weak ants.
Even the hundred-meter warships meant for suppression appeared like ordinary sea fish encountering a whale, relatively insignificant, less than a tenth in size.
"The Inverted Pyramid..."
Chen Feng’s breath paused, his gaze locked on the cultural artifact.
Several memories flashed through his mind, from the first exploration in Yun Meng Forest.
Additionally, there were several instances of mutations, photos seen, and the dream realm of the Ancient Tado Empire’s demise experienced at Heavenly Tragedy Mountain in the Snake Spirit Secret Realm.
The shape was identical to ancient cultural artifacts, resembling a true World Ark.
"The magnetic field interference emitted by this cultural relic is exceedingly strong. Since relocating here, it has caused local light refraction, resulting in visual discrepancies inside and outside the city."
"So far, the specific reason for its appearance remains unclear...."
Han Chao explained from the side, as the flying device reached above the city, with numerous crisscrossing flying cars passing by.
Chen Feng continued to gaze at the Inverted Pyramid, sensing beyond the cabin, past skyscrapers and warships, faintly perceiving powerful electromagnetic waves emanating outward.
Like electric currents, akin to a thundercloud cluster enveloping the pyramid.
Due to this, his Perception Talent was somewhat suppressed.
"When will the second exploration begin?"
Chen Feng continuously increased his mental expenditure, attempting to perceive details externally, but without success.
"It’s not yet concluded, but this meeting should address the issue."
Han Chao pondered, then remembered something.
"However, if the second exploration does commence, there might be some hiccups."
"Yun Gang discovered a technique here to overcome Legendary Transformation, making the Platinum Federation restless long ago. They have secretly initiated disturbances, trying to negotiate for joint exploration....."
"Although it has been rejected above, they will certainly not give up easily."
Everyone nodded; Chen Feng’s eyes were gleaming.
The Platinum Federation’s fickleness was already deeply rooted, this powerful force swayed by super financial empires would do anything for their goals.
The atmosphere was momentarily silent, only the flying device gradually rising, heading towards the sky island above.
At this moment, glancing ahead, many flying cars could be seen nearby.
Creaking winds roared in succession, as an entrance passage opened in the blue light barrier of the sky island unknowingly.
An exclusive docking port was established, occupying an area on this kilometer-sized island.
Red-bottom white-striped combat-uniformed Chi General Guards formed several teams, patrolling the ground within the island.
Additionally, military Transformed People and Mechanical Martial personnel in camouflage combat attire, utilizing large floating devices, established rail-like aerial checkpoints.
Every flying car entering the barrier passage required secondary identity verification, non-Chi Country people were prohibited entry.
Long queues thus formed in midair, yet a fully silvery white, elongated flying device soon sped forward.
Swoosh!!
The forceful sound of breaking the air caught many people’s attention, all lined flying cars were forcibly overtaken.
Some people seemed unsatisfied, but on glancing over, their pupils shrank.
A deep red star-shaped emblem on the cabin reflected the fierce sun, even super giant enterprise personnel had changed expressions, ordering subordinates to avoid it.
Instantly, not a single person dared to block the opposing party in the air passage congested with dozens of flying cars.
The silvery-white flying device proceeded relentlessly, quickly reaching the aerial checkpoint.
About to stubbornly enter the sky island, a Silent Force Field unexpectedly activated, forming a wall to block it.
Subsequently, a squad of camouflaged combat-uniformed military personnel approached cautiously, surrounding it on both sides.
Beep!
[Military requests communication link!]
[You have not filed an itinerary in advance, entry to Sky Island is not permitted!]
The intelligent prompt echoed in the cabin, transforming into a virtual screen suspended in mid-air, displaying the text.
Upon a glance, inside this forcibly halted flying device, there was a corner furnished with a genuine leather sofa, and a velvet carpet covering the metal floor, dispelling the coldness.
"These military rookies, do they not know who I am?"
The young man lying on the sofa slightly frowned, still looking at the fashion magazine in his hand.
"Daring to block me, Old Pei, check who is leading them."
As his words landed, the middle-aged butler dressed in a suit and shirt standing beside him nodded in response to the order.
In the subsequent negotiation, the military Flying General blocking the way wore a troubled expression, yet still did not immediately allow passage.
Seeing this scene, the young man on the sofa put down the magazine.
A cold light flashed through the eyes beneath the locks of broken long hair, and he was about to act out.
But soon.
Whoosh!!
A flying device of Chi General Guard swiftly ascended, arriving at the hovering checkpoint akin to a track.
Several Chi General Guards disembarked, the one in the lead had a crystal-like sword and shield badge on the left chest, it was actually a Flying General personally leading the reception.
"Wu Zong, what exactly are you doing?"
The tone of the young man with broken long hair was slightly cold, coldly questioning in the communication module.
The leading Wu Zong sighed inwardly, but could only stand outside the cabin, lowering his head to explain, "Young Master Shi Wen, the security level of Sky Island has been heightened recently, everyone needs to file itineraries in advance and undergo secondary inspection."
"I will handle it right away, I ask for your understanding."
Upon hearing this, the youth named Xia Shiwen did not speak, merely standing in the cabin, staring coldly.
The atmosphere inexplicably turned somewhat cold, multiple pairs of eyes therefore looked over.
The military leader’s Sixth Order Mechanical Martial seemed to be saying something to Wu Zong, and the arrival of a flying device unexpectedly caused a brief dispute between two Flying General-level figures.
Though such a scene was rare, it did not ignite much surprise, as if people had long been accustomed to it.
"It should be Xia Shiwen."
"Seems he’s used to being domineering."
"Patriarch of Radiant City lineage, tsk tsk...."
A series of discussions arose in the queuing flying cars, as the flying device of Red Maple Leaf gradually approached.
Chen Feng’s perception captured some words, and his gaze naturally turned, scanning the silver-white flying device parked at the hovering checkpoint.
The deep red star emblem, it was the insignia of Chi Country’s Royal Family.
However, his gaze moved again, finally settling on the leading Flying General of the Chi General Guard.
Wu Zong.
He recognized the other’s identity, his memory quietly unfolding.
He still remembered when, in the Black Crystal Group hotel, it was this person who personally came following Luo Wantao’s order, intending to take him away to investigate the cause of Luo Hui’s death.
Later, due to the support of Meng Anran, along with the protection of Chairman Li Yun, they retreated eventually.
"Wu Zong was recommended by Vice Chairman Luo and obtained the Flying General position."
"He is now one of the deputy commanders of the Chi General Guard in the Radiant Secret Realm, mainly responsible for the security affairs of the Radiant Royal Family lineage...."
Seeing his unusual expression, Chu Shihong, aware of some secrets, stood by the bulletproof window and proactively began to speak.
Chen Feng’s gaze flickered upon hearing this, not because of the Flying General status.
But rather...
"Radiant Royal Family?"
"The Royal Family once originated from the same source, presiding over the Association’s great power, but later divided into two factions due to a turmoil."
Lowering his voice, Chu Shihong quietly explained, "Some remained in Red Capital, continuing to serve as Association representatives."
"Some moved to Radiant Inner City, and by principle, are no longer allowed to intervene in any Association decisions..."
Upon these words, Chen Feng squinted his eyes, immediately understanding the key.
No wonder Luo Wantao and Chairman Li were at odds, supporters backing each side had conflicts too.
It turned out to be a factional conflict within the Royal Family.
However, judging by the outcome.
It was obviously Mr. Xia’s Red City Lineage that had the upper hand.
Whether in apparent positions or controlled resources and power.
Such thoughts flashed through his mind as the flying device began to decelerate slowly.
The two escorting military flying cars clearly had privileges, proactively clearing the path through numerous queuing flying cars.
"Lu Fei General, I understand your position."
"But after all, Young Master Xia Shiwen is a Royal Family member, making too much fuss would not be good for you, moreover, don’t forget, Old Master Xia Jingcheng is still around...."
On the hovering checkpoint, the dispute was not yet settled.
Wu Zong spoke in a deep voice, reminded, seeing the military Flying General in front of him frowning tightly, beginning to hesitate.
Seizing the moment, he intended to persuade further.
However, suddenly seeing the other relaxing eyebrows, gaze shifting.
"Hmm?"
In bewilderment, he turned back and looked.
Behold, a military flying device of Red Maple Leaf, escorted by two flying cars clearing the way, was arriving slowly, entering the hovering checkpoint.
Multiple pairs of eyes consequently looked over, including the Royal Family youth Xia Shiwen, with arms folded in the flight cabin, observing with a slightly cold expression, also frowned and turned his head.
The Red Maple Leaf flying device just stopped for an instant, and the identity was verified successfully, quickly passing through.
People were puzzled, curious about who could have face even greater than the Royal Family.
The next second, they saw the leading military Flying General suddenly face stern, feet close together, standing tall.
Then, unexpectedly, leading his subordinates, raising their hands in salute!