However, there were exceptions. For example, Zhang Ru sat calmly on the ground, showing no intention of joining the excitement.

On the other hand, Zhang Wei excitedly said to Zhang Ru, "Bro, have we arrived in paradise? So many beautiful girls."

"Look at you, acting like a lovesick pig. Can't you be a little more composed? We're from a big guild, haven't you seen girls before? These are only average to above average, nothing stunning. Keep your composure. People who don't know us will think we crawled out of some backwater village. I'm telling you, stay calm! As the saying goes, a true man stands firm between heaven and earth, unperturbed even if the mountains crumble. Learn from that..."

Zhang Ru paused mid-sentence, stunned.

He saw Qian Chengxue, Sun Li, Zi Qing, Chen Xijie, Zhou Qian, Zi Die, and other executives walking over.

Zhang Ru swallowed hard.

"So many beautiful women! Each one prettier than the last."

"Bro, there are just too many beauties. I don't even know who to choose. Bro, who do you think I should pick?"

Zhang Wei said excitedly.

Zhang Ru pressed his hand directly on Zhang Wei's face.

"Get lost! Pick my ass. You'd be lucky if any of them even glanced at you."

After saying that, Zhang Ru rushed to greet Qian Chengxue and the others with a beaming smile.

"Hello!"

Chen Xijie, who was beside Qian Chengxue, felt her heart skip a beat when she saw Zhang Ru approaching. She said with a hint of surprise, "Senior Zhang Ru."

Zhang Ru was also stunned. He looked at Chen Xijie, sizing her up. She looked a little familiar, probably a junior from the same school.

However, he couldn't quite remember. Back in school, there were just too many girls chasing after him.

"You're Zhang Ru?"

Qian Chengxue's cold gaze swept over Zhang Ru. Overall, he wasn't bad, but she couldn't see if this young man was as outstanding as Chen Xijie had described.

"Yes, and you are?"

"This is our legion commander, Qian Chengxue. I'm Chen Xijie, and this is Sun Li, Zi Qing..."

Chen Xijie introduced them to Zhang Ru with slight excitement.

"Hello, hello! Thank you so much for saving our lives. I express my heartfelt gratitude on behalf of all the rescued brothers. Our Blazing Sun Guild will definitely remember this..."

Zhang Ru said with a beaming smile, reaching out his hand to shake theirs in gratitude.

However, Qian Chengxue had no intention of shaking his hand. Zhang Ru saw her cold eyes, and the smile on his face froze slightly. The atmosphere became a little awkward.

At this moment, Sun Li politely extended her hand to shake Zhang Ru's.

"No need to be so polite."

"We must! How can we not? We would have been wiped out without your help."

Zhang Ru seized the opportunity, shaking Sun Li's hand vigorously.

The corners of Sun Li's mouth twitched slightly as she unobtrusively pulled her hand back.

"You're welcome."

At this time, Zhang Ru shamelessly reached out to the others.

"No amount of politeness is too much. You are all my saviors. I don't know how to express my gratitude."

Zhou Qian and the others shook his hand out of courtesy, but there were exceptions. For example, Chen Xijie was very eager to shake Zhang Ru's hand. However, at this moment, Zhang Ru's eyes fell on Zi Qing, and his eyes lit up. His heart skipped a beat.

"You must be Miss Zi Qing..."

"Yes, hello Mr. Zhang Ru. I've long heard of your name. I didn't expect to meet you here today."

Zi Qing calmly extended her hand and shook Zhang Ru's.

"Really? Haha! Am I that famous?"

Zhang Ru responded in a very silly manner.

"You're quite famous, but your skills don't seem to be that great. You're not as good as our Sister Zi Qing. You guys were beaten to a pulp by those submarines, while our Zi Qing sent all those guys to the bottom of the sea to feed the fish."

Zhou Qian said impolitely. She felt that this man in front of her, although he looked decent, was just a smooth talker.

He was very unreliable, not as good as Su Mo. Although Su Mo's EQ was a little low, he at least gave people a sense of trust and security.

At this moment, Su Mo, who was enjoying the sea breeze, felt a sudden itch in his nose and couldn't help but sneeze, muttering to himself.

"Could it be that I've caught a cold from being exposed to the sea breeze for too long?"

......

Normally, most people would feel very embarrassed after hearing Zhou Qian's words. Unfortunately, not only was Zhang Ru not embarrassed at all, but he also said to Zi Qing with an excited expression, "So you're the captain of the Helan! I was watching your command and combat just now, and I was so impressed. I always thought it was some senior commanding, but I didn't expect it to be you. Actually, I'm very obsessed with ship battles. I was wondering if Miss Zi Qing has any time to give me some pointers. Of course, I'll treat you to dinner..."

Zhang Ru directly asked Zi Qing out.

Zi Qing was also slightly stunned, and she refused with an unnatural expression.

"I don't think it's necessary. The reason I was able to win isn't because of my talent. It's because the Helan is strong enough. I think any commander with normal skills could have won!"

"Modesty, definitely modesty."

The more Zhang Ru looked at Zi Qing, the more she suited his taste!

Chen Xijie, who was standing to the side, was stunned. She watched Zhang Ru eagerly trying to please Zi Qing, and her heart felt increasingly uncomfortable.

"Okay, everyone, that's enough. Those who need to rest should rest, and maintain your best mental state to cope with all kinds of crises."

Qian Chengxue said coldly, ending this farce.

"Yes!"

Zi Qing and the others replied quickly.

Then everyone dispersed. Chen Xijie hesitated, wanting to stay, but at this moment, Sun Li called out.

"Xijie, it's time to go."

"Oh, okay."

Chen Xijie followed along absentmindedly.

Zhang Ru stared at Zi Qing's leaving figure, looking like he hadn't recovered his senses.

"Big brother, she's already gone far away."

"Shut up, do you think I don't know that?"

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Sea Breeze Island Base (Territory occupied by the Tianlong Guild)

A huge island is surrounded by a defensive wall over twenty meters high.

This wall was cast and reinforced on the basis of the base's original defensive structure, and a heavy artillery was erected on it at intervals!

Players wearing uniform combat uniforms operated those heavy artillery pieces and various weapons, constantly pouring firepower at the distant sea!

Looking out at the vast sea, you can see figures rapidly cutting through the sea, attacking Sea Breeze Island.

As they approached, humanoid, ugly monsters five meters tall jumped out. They had gills on their faces, obsidian-like eyes, were covered in thorns, had insect-like feet, sharp claws, and a slender tail.

Type I Extraterrestrial Mutant Species - Black Salamanders!

They were extremely agile and quickly passed through the fierce fire blockade, rushing towards the defensive wall.

Most of the black salamanders were blown apart as they approached, unwillingly falling to the ground, their bodies oozing black blood.

Only a small number of black salamanders reached the base of the wall and climbed up nimbly!