My Talent Skill Mutated

Chapter 175: Chapter 95: South Sea Incident, Mechanical Energy

Someone like him was a complete exception.

In less than a year, he had become a Sixth-grade Martial Artist.

That kind of power progression was faster than a rocket.

"Brother Li, long time no see." Chen Yu nodded with a smile.

"Come, come! You’re a rare guest. Have a seat—the head of the table is all yours." Li Qing boomed with a laugh. Chen Yu didn’t stand on ceremony and sat down at the head of the table.

Duan Feng and Lola also took their seats.

Pouring the baijiu, Li Qing raised his glass. "Come on, let’s toast to our reunion."

Chen Yu raised his glass, clinking it with theirs from across the table before downing its contents in one go.

He rarely drank, but that didn’t mean he couldn’t hold his liquor.

At a reunion with old friends, an occasion like this, you naturally had to drink.

"Chen Yu, even though it’s been a while since you’ve been back, we’ve heard all about your exploits. The champion of the Global Superpower Academy Tournament! Tsk, tsk... I never dreamed you’d reach such an incredible level."

Li Qing said, his face filled with emotion.

Chen Yu just smiled. "It’s just a title, nothing worth mentioning."

"Haha, but that’s a title countless people would kill for," Li Qing laughed.

"Come on, let’s eat."

Duan Feng interjected. The group started eating and chatting, and the atmosphere quickly grew lively.

...

After a few rounds of drinks and plenty of food,

Everyone had pretty much eaten their fill.

"By the way, Chen Yu," Li Qing, his face flushed, asked from the side. "Are you in Qing City for something specific this time?"

Chen Yu nodded. "Yes, something for the Academy."

"Is there anything I can do to help?" Li Qing asked, looking at him.

Chen Yu shook his head. "It’s just a small matter."

Hearing this, Li Qing nodded and didn’t press further.

A mission for the Superpower Academy wasn’t something he was privy to.

"If you need anything, just say the word. I guarantee I’ll get it done for you," Li Qing said.

Chen Yu gave a slight nod.

"No problem."

—

When the meal was over, the group left the restaurant together.

Just as they stepped out, a black sedan pulled up to the curb. Several large men in suits got out and walked straight toward them.

Chen Yu and the others turned their gazes to the men in suits.

’Force Field analysis: three men in suits. One is fourth-level, two are Third-level Martial Artists. No Superpower sources; they’re just ordinary Martial Artists.’

When they reached the group, the lead man in the suit looked at Chen Yu, his expression respectful. "Mr. Chen Yu, hello. I’m here to pick you up."

Hm?

Chen Yu frowned, looking at the men.

"Who sent you?" Chen Yu asked coolly.

The man in the suit replied, "The mayor sent us to pick you up. It’s an order from the higher-ups."

’The higher-ups... This must be the Dean’s arrangement,’ Chen Yu thought, instantly understanding.

"Mr. Chen Yu, it’s getting late. Please get in the car. Your accommodations have been prepared," the lead man said respectfully.

Chen Yu nodded, then turned to Li Qing and Duan Feng.

"Brother Li, Brother Duan, Lola, I have to go. Let’s get together again when we have time."

"Sure, go handle your business. We’ll have plenty of time in the future," Li Qing said with a smile.

"Your business is more important. Don’t worry about us. Just let us know if you need anything," Duan Feng added.

Chen Yu nodded. Without saying much more, he waved goodbye and got into the black sedan.

The black sedan started up, merged into the main flow of traffic, and quickly disappeared from sight.

"Sigh... I’m afraid it’ll be hard to find another chance to get together in the future." Duan Feng let out a long sigh as he watched the car vanish.

Li Qing glanced at him. "That’s to be expected. Chen Yu’s future is beyond anything you and I can imagine. His stage will probably be other worlds among the stars."

"You’re right. Still, having a powerhouse like him as a friend makes it all worth it." Duan Feng smiled, and Li Qing smiled back. They exchanged a look, and the group went on their way.

—

In the city center of Qing City, the black sedan pulled to a stop in front of a villa.

The door opened, and Chen Yu took in the villa before him.

One of the men in suits approached him, his expression deferential. "Mr. Chen Yu, please follow me."

With that, the man turned and walked toward the villa, and Chen Yu followed him inside.

In the spacious, brightly lit living room of the villa, a refined, middle-aged man was sitting on the sofa.

Seeing Chen Yu, the man stood up, walked over with a warm smile, and extended his hand. "Mr. Chen Yu, hello. I am the mayor of Qing City."

Chen Yu shook his hand. "Mayor, you’re too kind."

"Not at all. It is Qing City’s honor to have you here, Mr. Chen Yu. Please, sit!" the mayor said with a smile, gesturing to a seat.

Chen Yu plopped down on the sofa. The mayor looked at him and said, "Mr. Chen Yu, I was ordered by my superiors to prepare this place as your temporary residence. What do you think? If you’re not satisfied, we can arrange for another."

Chen Yu replied, "No need. This is fine."

The mayor nodded, then took out a file and handed it to him.

"Mr. Chen Yu, this file contains detailed information about the Crane Ridge Anomaly. Please take a look."

Chen Yu took the file and read through it. The contents were even clearer than the information in the file he’d received from the Dean.

The situation was also dire.

A large number of anomalous beasts had appeared in the Crane Ridge Anomaly. Although the authorities had established a blockade, many of the beasts had still managed to escape.

Now, the blockade around the Crane Ridge Anomaly had been breached. While the situation on the outside was temporarily stable, the situation inside was terrible.

Extremely dangerous.

Anomalous beasts were running rampant, and behind them were signs of the Alien Race.

According to the file, the Alien Race behind the Crane Ridge Anomaly was likely one he had encountered before: the Demon Lizard Race.