Chapter 1069 - 384: Breaking Through the Ice River, Time to Go to War!

The threat at our doorstep has been cleared, which means the City of Dawn is not on passive defense but actively striking out.

Firmly holding the initiative in the surrounding area.

"Go! Enter the city!"

Zhou Yi waved his hand.

Leading the group quickly towards the majestic city gate that glowed with starlight.

The closer they got, the more they could feel the vast aura of the city.

The gates, towering a hundred meters high, were open wide at this moment.

The area at the entrance was brightly lit and bustling with people.

Just as Zhou Yi mentioned, people were coming in an endless stream.

The crowd formed a long line, passing through identity checks in an orderly manner to enter the city.

The noise of chatter, the roar of engines, and the calls to maintain order intermingled.

Creating a busy and fiery scene.

"So many people..."

Qu Zhe clicked his tongue.

The grand spectacle before them was several times more exaggerated than at the harbor.

"Welcome to the City of Dawn!" Zhou Yi’s voice carried pride, "I’ll first take you to find a temporary resting place and settle in. You’ll have three days to adapt and decide which combat department or logistical department to join, and a detailed list and instructions will be sent to you then. During these three days, you may freely roam the city and get familiar with the surroundings."

Saying this, he was about to lead the group past the crowd lining up.

Headed towards a reception passage at the side of the city gate.

Just at this moment.

"Captain Lin! Sister Ling! Qu Zhe!!!"

A voice, filled with surprise, resonated from the edge of the bustling crowd.

This voice was far too familiar.

Lin Kang, along with the other three, quickly turned their heads!

A figure was seen dashing out from within the city gate.

A look of incredulous joy on his face; wasn’t it Qi Hao?!

"Haozi?!"

Duan Ling exclaimed in surprise.

"Damn! Qi Hao!!"

Qu Zhe jumped up excitedly.

Qi Hao dashed up to the three in a few steps, first giving Qu Zhe, the closest one to him, a tight hug and pat on the back, then looked excitedly at Lin Kang and Duan Ling, his eyes on the verge of tears: "Captain Lin! Sister Ling! It’s really you! Why have you come?! How could you come without saying anything beforehand?! I could’ve gone to the harbor to meet you!"

His intense reaction and affectionate address.

Instantly stunned Zhou Yi and the other supporters who came on the same vehicle.

Zhou Yi quickly stepped forward respectfully and called, "Brother Hao!"

Although Qi Hao was currently only Tier Two.

His identity as Fang Qingyu’s childhood friend.

Was known to everyone in the City of Dawn.

"Oh, Brother Zhou, it must be tiring for you!"

Qi Hao only then noticed Zhou Yi, patting his shoulder as a greeting.

Then his eager gaze returned to Lin Kang and the others, speaking with intimacy: "I’ll take care of these three! They are Qingzi, old friends of Team Leader Fang, I’ll arrange it personally."

After speaking, without caring about Zhou Yi’s reaction, he pulled Qu Zhe along with one hand, gesturing invitingly to Lin Kang and Duan Ling with the other, and turned back towards the city: "Come, come, come! Old Qin, Lv Chen, and Old Qiao are all here! When Qingzi hears you’ve arrived, he’ll be overjoyed!"

Leaving Zhou Yi and the dozen supporters who arrived together standing there dumbfounded.

Confounded by the wind.

Wang Meng opened his mouth wide, watching as Lin Kang and the others were enthusiastically led away by Qi Hao, their backs disappearing into the bustling flow of people inside the city gate.

Then glancing around at Zhou Yi and the others with complex expressions, he finally managed to utter: "My goodness, Captain Fang’s old friends? Why didn’t they mention it earlier in the vehicle."

City of Dawn.

Top floor Cultivation Chamber of the City Lord’s Mansion.

Fang Qingyu sat cross-legged in the center.

His eyes slightly closed, breathing long and profound.

At this moment, Fang Qingyu was enjoying the thrill of double cultivation speed.

Just then.

The phone nearby suddenly chimed.

Fang Qingyu’s starry eyes slowly opened, the swirling galaxy shadow swiftly disappearing.

Being interrupted during cultivation did not cause him displeasure; instead, he felt somewhat curious.

Others seldom disturbed him during cultivation.

He picked up the phone and clicked on the message.

[ Haozi: Qingzi, quickly come to the guest room, Captain Lin, Sister Ling, and that kid Qu Zhe have arrived!]

A mere line of text brought a slight smile to Fang Qingyu’s otherwise calm face.

Old friends have arrived.

In the next moment, starlight suddenly intensified within the Cultivation Chamber.

Fang Qingyu’s form vanished from sight.

Top floor of City Lord’s Mansion.

The largest guest room.

The style here was completely different from the deep, mysterious ambiance of the Cultivation Chamber, being spacious and bright, with an enormous floor-to-ceiling view window overlooking the brilliant nightscape of the City of Dawn and the slowly rotating celestial dome above.

At this moment, Qu Zhe and Duan Ling were sitting somewhat nervously on the sofa.

Holding steaming drinks, their gazes couldn’t help but roam.

Even as Tier Two Transcendents.

Here, they couldn’t help but feel a sense of insignificance and an intangible pressure.

Not to mention...

This was Fang Qingyu’s place.

It’s important to realize Fang Qingyu was brought into the world early on by them.

Originally, the gap didn’t feel significant just hearing about it.

But arriving here, the disparity feels somewhat too apparent.

Qi Hao, Old Qin, Lv Chen, and Old Qiao, these veterans who had served in the third squad of Dragon Spine Camp at Qingjian City Divine Management Bureau long ago.

Were seated beside them.

Trying earnestly to liven up the atmosphere.

"Sister Ling, try this, made from Life Ghost materials, the taste is average, but it’s great for refreshing and concentration!"

Qi Hao eagerly recommended.

"Yes, Sister Ling, don’t hold back, just like being back at the Qingjian City Bureau." Old Qin smiled and chimed in.

Duan Ling chuckled at this, her tension slightly easing as she looked at Qi Hao: "Haozi, is Qingzi particularly busy now? Our sudden visit, will it interrupt him?"