Mech: Shattering of the Galaxy

This was a performance completely isolated by an energy shield.

"…Are you kidding me, is this the Mosquito Cannon? Hahaha, just accept the inspection honestly! Otherwise, I don't mind giving you a space burial."

With his smile gone, Maxi said menacingly.

"Major… our starship cannon only has a firepower level of 1.5, not even as fierce as several mechas."

The aide looked at his major awkwardly.

Lin Hao was at a loss for words, this starship's weapon system could still carry out extermination against the Zeg Clan with no air-defense capabilities.

But in space combat, a starship without the protection of escort ships was like a lamb to the slaughter.

Now Lin Hao found himself in just such a situation…

He had only a few seconds to think!

Finally, Lin Hao pretended to be unwilling and then showed a flattering smile.

"Ah, small business, you saw through us, what about paying a toll? After all, we'll meet again."

"Stop the crap with me, who's 'we'll meet again'? Do you think I want to be in this godforsaken place? Stow your weapons and prepare to surrender, or I'll blow your ship to bits."

"Alright, I'll give the order right away. Please wait," said Lin Hao with a bitter smile, which made the adversary believe him even more.

"Hmm, the moment my mecha lands, if you dare resist, you'll know what it feels like to be hit by thirty-two starship-mounted energy-gathering particle cannons!"

With a grunt, this Star Thief leader named Maxi directly cut off communication.

The approaching Icebreaker warship on the screen suddenly opened several weapon shields on its side and then extended long particle cannon barrels from the deck.

"Report Major, the enemy's particle cannon is entering charging state!"

Unlike gunpowder weapons, the power of a particle cannon is not determined by its caliber but by how long the barrel is—the longer, the more powerful.

Now seeing that faint white glow.

Lin Hao's lips were twitching; this level of particle cannon shouldn't be something Star Thieves could possess!!

"Now Luo Jianjin isn't here, damn it, there's not even a single mecha on board."

Blue Capital Star was just within reach, yet an unnoticed star thief ship intercepted them.

"Calling Blue Capital Military Department, this is Major Lin Hao. Our starship has encountered Star Thieves, and the enemy's firepower is extremely powerful. Requesting support."

"Zzt…electromagnetic shield?"

"These damned Star Thieves are quite skilled."

Lin Hao's eyes were nearly crazed.

His side wasn't destroyed by the Zeg Clan but fell into the hands of some absurd Star Thieves, life is really tragically ironic!

At that moment, the communicator at Lin Hao's collar suddenly rang.

Hmm?

Lin Hao pressed the button, and a young voice spoke, "Major Lin Hao, this is Mu Fan."

"Speak." Lin Hao unbuttoned a button, now on the screen a small reconnaissance mecha had flown out from the opponent's ship.

There's even a damn space reconnaissance mecha!

He thought they would send a transport ship to dock.

Cunning and sly, sending a mecha to scout first.

Inside the Icebreaker's command room, Maxi was chuckling as he watched the scene, picking up a bottle with an unknown label and gulping down several big swigs.

Then wiping his mouth, he said to his companion, "Let Ivan scout ahead first; that kid's the smartest, definitely will capture the enemy's captain first."

"Wait for the good news, haha, cheers!"

"These low-down smugglers daring to impersonate the military, the Federation really is declining."

"Scoring a bit of benefit for our brothers, we Sword Axe didn't toil in this place for nothing; previously, the upper echelons had tricked us, saying this was a major trade route. Who the hell would stay here for over half a month if not for the adequate payment?"

"After this job, let's head home."

"Home!"

...

When the starship-mounted particle cannon was revealed, the ship turned like a suddenly roused porcupine, startling the cadets and officers on the starship!

White Hair also stopped babbling and added with his mouth wide open, "I didn't expect to see this thing amidst this scenery!"

Meanwhile, Mu Fan suddenly sat up straight, said "hold on a moment," and hurriedly left.

He needed a secluded place for his conversation with Dark!

Because Dark, the superintelligent AI of the age, had real-time access to the communications between Lin Hao and Maxi.

The situation was now clear.

The warship that appeared out of nowhere turned out to be from the Star Thief Group!

When the communication ended, Mu Fan, huddled in the storage compartment, lowered his voice and said, "Tell me the enemy's operational plans!"

Upon learning that only one Mecha was coming their way, the young man closed his eyes, instantly entering the Dark Breath state. His calm mind raced as an idea slowly took shape.

"Dark."

"Present."

"Can you infiltrate the enemy's ship and Mecha systems now?"

"No, the ship is shielded by electromagnetic barriers, making signal transmission impossible. However, as a carrier, your wristwatch can facilitate infiltration once you board. As for the Mecha, I could hack it if you can reach the opponent's cockpit door; I can use the wristwatch's magnetic pulse signal. Do you have a plan, Mu Fan?"

"Yes, what if I..."

"No, that's too dangerous!" Upon hearing Mu Fan's plan, even Dark was shocked by his audacious idea.

That was a genuine heavy interstellar cruiser!

"That's it! We're out of time."

"Alright, if this succeeds, I must reassess your combat intelligence."

Dark finally agreed to Mu Fan's request, calculating his chances of success now at 65%.

So Mu Fan contacted Lin Hao.

The call lasted thirty seconds, during which Lin Hao didn't utter a word.

Finally, he blankly turned off the communicator and turned to look at the Captain beside him.

"Captain Chu, please take off your uniform."

...

"First, let me say something. Don't panic, everyone. A Star Thief ship has stopped us. They might be planning to rob us."

The youths in the cargo hold nearly all stood up!

Their expressions changed visibly in an instant.

Were these privileged young elites about to be plundered by Star Thieves?

"Please remain calm and stay seated."

"I order all of you, in my capacity as this ship's highest commander, to remain in your seats and not make rash movements. I hope everyone will follow my instructions during the upcoming period. Trust me."

Faced with the menacing warship visible through the porthole and considering their mere firearms and broken exoskeleton armor, the youths reluctantly sat down.

Lin Hao eventually set up Tracy for covert sniping.

Tracy, assigned to the sniper task without question, quietly picked up a newly equipped Gauss sniper rifle and sneaked to the second deck, capturing the scene below through her scope.

Was that Mu Fan?

A rather heroic Captain stood by Lin Hao's side. With that composed face, who else could it be but Mu Fan?

The first deck connected to space through the starship's second entry, a smaller door specially used for Mechas!

Now the two of them stood side by side, with no one else around.

Tiny muscles on Lin Hao's face twitched, a sign of forcibly controlled emotions.

Meanwhile, even with Tracy's piercing gaze, she couldn't detect a slight quiver on Mu Fan's face.

This kid, his calmness was impenetrable!

They... were waiting for the Star Thief's Mecha to arrive!

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