467: Black Hawk Trio

Future City, Network Department, Hacker Center.

There were three massive light screens. Not far in front of the screens were three tables, with one person sitting behind each. On the sides were two boys, and in the middle was a girl. They all appeared to be only about eleven or twelve years old. They were the protagonists of tonight's cyberwar:

The Black Hawk Trio!

From left to right were Sima Zhen, Shangguan Zhi, and Nangong Jidi. These three were all Southern Yue youths who had been selected and sent to the Sinkhole Base in the second batch. After undergoing modifications, their talent for networking allowed them to quickly stand out and become core members of the Network Department.

After some preparation and meditation, the three were now engaged in final contemplation...

There were no complex network cables, networks, computers, or network drives here, nor were there any miscellaneous items like food, water, paper, or pens. The room was spotlessly clean, and there was only one object on the table in front of them:

A helmet!

The helmet had a highly futuristic appearance. Its surface was a dazzling titanium gold, as if light and shadow were flowing across it. The eye area was a crystal visor that emitted specks of starlight...

Time flowed silently on the atomic clock screen embedded in the wall, drawing closer to midnight. Yet the three remained motionless, sitting quietly with their eyes closed, as if they had merged into one with this space...

At the Nanyue Royal Residence, in the grand hall, a magnificent banquet was being held. The Xu Family party had received high-level hospitality from the royal residence. On the jade tables in front of everyone were arranged fine vessels, delicacies, fine wines, and beautiful fruits, with aromas overflowing and refreshing the heart.

Prince Fu and Xu Chuanzhong sat side by side in the seats of honor, while the others were arranged in rows on both sides, extending all the way to the main entrance...

The center was a space for dance and music. Waves of dancers were replaced one after another, and the music changed with each dance, displaying the utmost royal luxury. Fortunately, the Xu Family was also a super-aristocratic family, and the Xu Family members were almost accustomed to this. However, what surprised them a little was not anything else, but Prince Fu himself!

According to rumors, Prince Fu was a big fatty weighing over six hundred jin, his eyes squeezed into slits by rolls of fat. In particular, a few months ago, they had even seen a video online of Prince Fu going to the Xuanji Tower in Yingtian Prefecture, where he was so fat that he needed someone to support him and could barely walk!

But...

Was this medium-built man sitting in the seat of honor really Prince Fu himself?!

Many people secretly had doubts in their hearts, because this middle-aged man had a round face, bright eyes, a prominent nose, a short beard on his chin, and a slightly plump build. His appearance showed a bit of nobility within his blessed countenance, and his brows and expression bore some resemblance to the Emperor Ming. If it weren't for this feature, everyone would probably suspect that this middle-aged man was not Prince Fu. Of course, there was another possibility: that the big fatty who appeared in the online video was a fake Prince Fu.

Xu Chuanzhong was also startled when he first saw the current Prince Fu, almost not daring to recognize him. If he hadn't noticed that he looked quite similar to the Emperor Ming and Longyuan, and that he carried a trace of Xuanhuang Aura on his body, he certainly would not have dared to confirm his identity.

Moreover, with his Realm at the early stage Martial King, he could tell at a glance that Prince Fu's cultivation Realm was at the Middle Stage Martial Ancestor. His Profound Qi was restrained and quite solid; he was not at all the good-for-nothing rumored by the outside world. Could it be that Prince Fu had been hiding his true capabilities all along?

However, was it necessary to hide one's capabilities for just a Middle Stage Martial Ancestor? Even if his Foundation was solid, he was far inferior to those royal Geniuses like Prince Rui, Prince Lu, Prince Ding, and Prince Gong. Therefore, Xu Chuanzhong did not believe that Prince Fu was hiding his capabilities, but rather that his talent was too poor. No matter how many resources were piled up, he could only practice to this point. Under the dazzling halos of those royal Geniuses, his cultivation was simply nothing to show off, so he had to just let things be...

Xu Chuanzhong complained inwardly, but Prince Fu was after all the Emperor Ming's favorite and Longyuan's father. The Xu Family would likely have many dealings with him in the future, so he maintained superficial politeness. For a Martial King like him, this was already extremely rare. Just as his elder brother Xu Chuanwei had said before, he was too arrogant in how he treated others, and this temper needed to be changed.

Xu Chuanzhong, however, let this go in one ear and out the other, completely dismissing it. In his view, a Martial King naturally had the status and position of a Martial King and was already standing at the Peak of Xuan Practitioners, so why bother putting on a fake face for others?

Be polite to those you like, and ignore those you don't; this was true character and a true temper!

Just like this visit to the Nanyue Royal Residence, the people in the royal residence were extremely respectful to him. Even the boss here, Prince Fu, was incredibly respectful to him, with no royal airs at all. On the contrary, he was humble and obedient, treating him with great courtesy. This made Xu Chuanzhong feel quite pleased, and his expression naturally became much kinder, feeling that this trip to support the Nanyue Base was truly the right choice.

Moreover, he also secretly felt that this trip had been very fruitful, especially after going to the main military camp. He had gained a close-up understanding of the Nanyue Base's true strength and Longyuan's ability in command and design. Not only did he look at this with new eyes, but now he was waiting to see how the Lightning Operation that Zhu Nan and the others were boasting about would turn out...

After a decadent dance performance, the atmosphere in the hall suddenly changed. Zhu Nan stepped forward and saluted, saying, "Your Highness, Elder Xu, the Lightning Operation is about to begin!"

"Quickly switch the live footage over!" Prince Fu said upon hearing this, putting down his wine glass.

"Yes!" Zhu Nan acknowledged and went to prepare. Not long after, a massive light screen appeared in the grand hall, and the image on it was the space where the Black Hawk Trio was located.

Everyone was stunned when they saw it. What was this?

One space, three light screens, three children, and at most, three tables and three helmets. You call this a "Lightning Operation"?

Even Prince Fu was bewildered. He reacted and asked, "What is going on with these three children? Why don't I see the soldiers for the Lightning Operation?"

Zhu Nan said with a smile, "Your Highness, they are the soldiers for this Lightning Operation, known as the 'Black Hawk Trio'!"

"The Black Hawk Trio?" Everyone was stunned, and Xu Chuanzhong rolled his eyes. The name sounded impressive, but they were just three little brats. What kind of waves could they make?

"The one on the far left is Sima Zhen, eleven years old this year. The one in the middle is Shangguan Zhi, twelve years old this year. The one on the far right is Nangong Jidi, twelve years old this year! The three of them possess extraordinary networking Genius, so please, everyone, enjoy their upcoming performance!" Zhu Nan introduced them to the crowd as if reciting a script.

Xu Chuanzhong could not help it and snorted, "Just by relying on these three children, can they compete with the opposing team managing the database? Don't get your own home stolen by them instead!"

Zhu Nan was stunned for a moment, but upon hearing Longyuan's voice transmission in his ear, he quickly smiled and said, "Elder Xu, there is no need to worry. With our current methods, it is only us who will find them; it is impossible for them to discover our location!"

"It better be!"