Apocalypse Circular-Chapter 515 - 513: Midnight Battle

Lu Luo dialed the number and, quite rarely, started chatting with Qi Xinzhu on the phone for a long time.

However, his every move was being watched by a pair of eyes.

At the 51st second of the phone call, Lu Luo had already noticed the Observer.

But since the other party hadn’t entered the range of the Inspection Department’s courtyard and was observing him from the air outside, he had no reason to actively attack.

Lu Luo’s call lasted a full hour.

For a man, talking on the phone for a whole hour is undoubtedly a torturous affair, he thought.

In the end, Lu Luo really had nothing left to say, but he didn’t want to hang up on his wife’s call either.

He simply started listening to Bai Yuetong prattle on.

Yes, the person on the other end had changed.

"Okay, it’s been an hour now. You did well today, so I’ll let you off the hook!"

Bai Yuetong finally finished speaking, satisfied, and hung up. Sometimes, missing someone was like that—bitter, yet sweet.

After hanging up, Lu Luo began practicing alone again.

Through years of hard work, extensive practice, the Fusioner’s channel corrections, and the Observer’s cognitive assistance, Lu Luo’s swordsmanship had reached a point where the student surpassed the master.

The four forms of Sword Heart had long been mastered. At this point, every move he made could release an explosive Slash Strike.

The four forms of Sword Heart had also become his way of expanding his attack range and methods.

Lu Luo picked up a twig and slowly waved it around.

Occasionally, members of the Inspection Department passing by would glance at Lu Luo. He’s probably insane, they likely thought.

Such actions seemed completely ineffective for training.

However, Lu Luo himself did not care at all.

He was completely immersed in his own world, integrating his sword techniques step by step until late into the night.

The twig in Lu Luo’s hands had been infused with a trace of energy.

It wasn’t enough to break the twig, but it was enough to make the entire twig very taut, like a real sharp sword.

Lu Luo waved it gently, and the twig in his hand even emitted a clear hum.

Suddenly, Lu Luo’s wrist tightened, and bursting energy instantly erupted from the twig.

Sword Heart’s second form, Overturning Rain!

Tombstone of Death.

Countless falling leaves descended, but these were no ordinary leaves; each seemed like a leaf bearing the advent of death.

It was like a judgment from hell, raining down from the sky.

BOOM, BOOM, BOOM, BOOM!

Each leaf created a huge impact, and every impact was like a small earthquake.

Soon, everyone from the Inspection Department’s base ran out, some carrying weapons, others looking perplexed.

An enemy attack? An earthquake?

It seemed like neither. In the center of the square, only Lu Luo stood alone.

He closed his eyes slightly, seemingly having entered a transcendental state.

Wu Yi, who also came out, saw Lu Luo practicing and felt firsthand the power behind the word "strength."

She waved to the others. "All right, it’s just Lu Luo, the guard, practicing. Many of you already know of his strength. He’s Seventh Tier, the youngest in the Imperial. So you don’t need to make such a fuss about his training. If there’s a chance, I will ask Lu Luo to give you some pointers."

Wu Yi’s words caused an uproar. Many people couldn’t imagine that Lu Luo already possessed Seventh Tier strength.

However, looking at the formation he was activating around him, it seemed that reaching Seventh Tier wasn’t impossible after all.

"Okay, let’s not disturb Lu Luo’s cultivation. Everyone, go back to sleep!"

"Yes!"

Following Wu Yi’s instructions, members of the Inspection Department began to retreat in an orderly fashion.

Many of them were already thinking about Lu Luo; if they could truly learn even a fragment of that immensely powerful technique, it would be incredible.

Just as everyone had left, Lu Luo still stood in his place, not moving. He blinked his eyes slightly.

"Not planning to come out, huh? Then I also need to go back and rest."

He tossed the twig aside. Even after using such a powerful move, the twig in his hand hadn’t broken.

It was clear that Lu Luo’s control over strength and energy had reached a level beyond the imagination of an ordinary person.

Lu Luo slowly walked back to the base. He didn’t go straight back to the dormitory but instead headed to the canteen alone.

The Inspection Department’s canteen had a self-service function, so even without anyone around, he wouldn’t go hungry.

Lu Luo got himself a decent military self-service meal and sat down briskly on a long bench to eat.

A few seconds later, the CLICK-CLACK of high heels reached Lu Luo’s ears.

Soon, a striking figure also carrying a meal tray sat down beside Lu Luo.

"Mr. Lu Luo, we meet again."

The woman who joined Lu Luo was none other than Wu Ye Ji, whom he had seen at noon.

She had been following Lu Luo since he returned to the Inspection Department base, yet she had not acted rashly.

She hadn’t disturbed him in the least, even when he had a long phone call in the Inspection Department square and then cultivated for nearly ten hours.

She waited until Lu Luo had finished his cultivation and relaxed to eat and rest before she took the initiative to show herself.

This is actually a very polite act, Lu Luo thought. Such behavior can’t be considered offensive.

"Princess Wu Ye Ji, right?" Lu Luo asked. "Is there something you need, looking for me so late? If it’s about what happened during the day... then I can only say I’m sorry. I didn’t intend to offend Princess Wu Ye Ji, but in that situation, I had no other choice. If I hadn’t pushed you back, I’m afraid Princess Wu Yi wouldn’t have been able to come out."

Lu Luo’s words were honest, but Wu Ye Ji just gazed at him tenderly, as if he possessed enormous charm in her eyes. "It’s alright about the day’s events. Different circumstances dictate different actions. As for why I am seeking out Mr. Lu Luo today... there’s no particularly important reason. I’m just very interested in Mr. Lu Luo, hence my visit."

"Interested?" Lu Luo raised an eyebrow. "Would someone like me even catch the attention of a princess? With a constellation of stars surrounding you, Princess, and possessing such formidable strength at such a young age, you shouldn’t need to pay special attention to someone like me, right?"

"It’s precisely because I have reached the Seventh Tier that I know how difficult it is to achieve that level," Wu Ye Ji replied. "My talent is not ordinary. I was able to reach the Seventh Tier thanks to exceptional talent, relentless effort, and the resources and opportunities provided by the Imperial Family. And Mr. Lu Luo, your strength has truly shocked me. During the day, if it had been an average Seventh Tier individual facing that situation, they would likely have been left with no recourse. But Mr. Lu Luo, you actually thought of a solution within just a few minutes and forced Ye Ji back with just one move. It’s really admirable!"

As Wu Ye Ji spoke, she also rubbed her chest, which Lu Luo had squeezed.

Her demeanor and actions indeed evoked a feeling of pity.

Lu Luo’s Observer was immune to 90% of such effects, but the remaining 10% was still a very potent temptation for him.

However, that 10% could only be resisted by his own willpower.

If it were a straightforward fight, Lu Luo wouldn’t be afraid.

But what he feared most was a woman who seemed to follow him with no apparent purpose.

He glanced at Wu Ye Ji’s prominent chest.

After holding back for quite some time, he finally managed to say, "If it hurt when I pinched, you can apply some ointment for bruises later. I was too forceful, my apologies."

"Ointment for bruises? HEH, Mr. Lu Luo, are you joking? Do people really apply that to a woman’s chest?"

"Uh, well, I don’t have breasts, so I’m not very clear on whether it’s appropriate."

"HEH HEH, Mr. Lu Luo’s swordsmanship is truly exceptional," Wu Ye Ji chuckled. "I didn’t expect someone as powerful as you to also possess such amazing skills. It’s quite difficult to cultivate both skills and energy simultaneously. If you spend a lot of time on skills, then progress in energy will be very slow. But if you focus all your efforts on energy, your own combat ability will lag behind. It’s really quite troublesome."

At this point, Lu Luo frowned slightly. Wu Ye Ji had talked at length without getting to the main point.

Did she really come to me today just to chat? he wondered.

"Mr. Lu Luo? Mr. Lu Luo? Is this question difficult to answer?"

"No, not difficult to answer. Just divide the daily training time into three parts: one for planning, one for energy, and one for skills."

"Is that so? Then what do you think of my strength, Mr. Lu Luo?"

As Wu Ye Ji spoke, she moved slightly closer.

This distance was clearly beyond what would be considered safe for normal interaction.

So as she moved, Lu Luo moved as well!

BANG!

Lu Luo’s chopsticks met Wu Ye Ji’s fingers head-on. Although he couldn’t see the woman’s attributes, Lu Luo could clearly feel the strength transmitted through the chopsticks.

This power was indeed extraordinarily formidable.

"Your strength is really quite impressive," Lu Luo commented.

"For Mr. Lu Luo to be able to parry so effortlessly, that is what’s truly amazing," Wu Ye Ji replied.

Their sudden skirmish was somewhat baffling; they had been having a pleasant conversation, and now they had abruptly started fighting.

However, there was no one else in the cafeteria at this time, and both Lu Luo and Wu Ye Ji instinctively kept the noise of their battle down.

"Mr. Lu Luo, you truly have great skills, able to handle such a surprise attack with ease," Wu Ye Ji said. "I was completely enchanted by the sword technique you just demonstrated. If possible, could you teach me?"

"I cannot," Lu Luo refused very bluntly.

But Wu Ye Ji didn’t seem to mind much, as if she had anticipated his response, so she didn’t take it to heart.

"HAHAHA, Mr. Lu Luo, you really are unfeeling. If it were someone else, they would surely be pitying Ye Ji right now."

As she said this, she swayed her body slightly towards Lu Luo.

Meanwhile, she once again touched her chest with her fingers.

Lu Luo’s mouth twitched. This woman is really outrageous. Can’t she get over having her breast squeezed?

"I have face blindness, so I can’t discern women’s facial features and looks. So, your seduction attempts are ineffective on me."

"Oh, I see, face blindness!"

No sooner had Wu Ye Ji finished speaking than her body flashed like lightning, suddenly appearing right in front of Lu Luo.

Lu Luo, who had not activated his Qi He, found himself at a disadvantage in that instant, whether in terms of speed or strength.

Wu Ye Ji grabbed Lu Luo’s arm and instantly kicked toward his neck.

BANG!

A solid kick landed on Lu Luo’s neck. But the effect Wu Ye Ji was hoping for did not occur. Even if her kick hadn’t knocked Lu Luo unconscious, his ability to act should have significantly decreased. But why does it seem like he’s not affected at all! she wondered.

"You... Your defense is really astonishing!" Wu Ye Ji exclaimed.

Lu Luo stepped back a few paces. Wu Ye Ji’s attack power was indeed very strong, but her kick had only connected with the sole of his shoe.

The heel of her high heel hadn’t struck him, so the penetrating force hadn’t reached his body either.

"So, you came to pick a fight with me," Lu Luo stated.

He lightly brushed his chest and neck to remove the dust.

Then, red, searing steam began to emanate from his body.

"This is... steam?" Wu Ye Ji murmured, surprised.

She had never seen Lu Luo’s way of fighting; most of the combat styles she had witnessed involved using energy attributes.

This was the first time she had encountered a combat form enveloped in steam.

"HA!"

Lu Luo suddenly exhaled a large cloud of steam, and the entire cafeteria was instantly shrouded in a white mist.

The temperature of the mist also rose imperceptibly.

As the mist clung to Wu Ye Ji, it quickly soaked through her clothes.

Her wet clothes stuck to her body, revealing her curvaceous figure.

Is this guy doing it on purpose? Wu Ye Ji thought.

At this time, Wu Ye Ji stopped displaying her charm.

Her many previous attempts had already told her that such tactics were ineffective against Lu Luo.

Lu Luo’s combat power was very strong, and his defensive power was even more astonishing. She knew she had to stay completely focused.

Only then could she have a chance to defeat Lu Luo in the upcoming battle.

SSSSH!

A sharp hand strike suddenly protruded from the mist.

Wu Ye Ji was startled. Compared to before, Lu Luo’s speed had entered an entirely different realm. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Too fast!

BOOM!

The hand strike was blocked by Wu Ye Ji’s elbow, but the intense pain that shot through her elbow made her instantly realize that Lu Luo’s attack power had also escalated several tiers with the boost from this steam state.

What the hell is this!

Wu Ye Ji retreated abruptly, but her retreat speed couldn’t match Lu Luo’s advancing speed.

Lu Luo’s sweep kick was already flying towards her.

Another heavy blow, which Wu Ye Ji barely managed to block.

Her formidable physical combat abilities and reaction speed were arguably the best Lu Luo had encountered among Seventh Tier individuals.

"Your strength is just a little worse than Lu Xiaotian’s," Lu Luo commented.

"My strength? Worse? And who is Lu Xiaotian?"

Lu Luo’s words left Wu Ye Ji somewhat confused.

Being evaluated and told outright that she wasn’t good enough was something Wu Ye Ji had never encountered before.

"You don’t need to know about those things; all you need to know is that you should get ready to take a beating."

Lu Luo’s speed increased again. With every move, he even produced a brief sonic boom.

However, the surrounding mist vaguely muffled these sounds, effectively turning the entire cafeteria into a sealed environment.

This place had become their battlefield.

Deliberate Bombardment Fist!