Wow! The item-dropping rate is really high!

Mecha controlled directly by neural link technology will completely replace the current mecha. The many shortcomings of current mecha due to technological limitations will be completely discarded by the new models.

The only pity is... Bai E's level is still not quite sufficient.

[Blueprint—Mecha Modification Plan 2.0:

Based on the current knowledge of the individual, the following is required to manufacture the item (Blueprint can be shared, conditions for cooperation must be met): Academic knowledge—Miniaturized Kinetic Theory (Level 3) (Owned but not learned) (Not achieved),

Technology—Thirty-Two Element Alloy Smelting Technology (Level 1) (Unknown) (Not achieved),

Academic knowledge—Biological Main Brain Theory (Level 3) (Unknown) (Not achieved) (Individual possesses alternative capabilities)...]

The required academic knowledge and technological abilities are varied and encompass many areas that Bai E has not yet mastered. Even some of the technologies, such as the required Thirty-Two Element Alloy, are beyond anything he has heard of in this era, representing a level higher than the Sixteen Element Alloy, which is the most precious alloy known to him currently.

Of course... Bai E himself has not mastered many technological or academic skills, so the task of creating a new mecha model is still a long and arduous journey, not something that can be accomplished in a short time.

But fortunately, there is a direction. In scientific research, direction is far more important than effort.

Moreover, Bai E does not entirely rely on himself to learn or master all the abilities needed to create a new mecha. Once he has enough capability to protect the blueprints of the new mecha, Bai E does not mind letting others of this era also participate in the development of new technologies. After all, the purpose of technology is to give extraordinary power to everyone, not to monopolize it for oneself.

It seems that he will need to connect with people from the Scientific Research Institute in the future, such as... that Helen, with whom he once collaborated for a while?

Bai E, lost in thought, hears the instructor's gentle instructions, "Alright, head back."

The instructor looked at the mecha belonging to the two of them not far away, his eyes filled with a satisfied yet slightly reluctant expression. Whether one wishes to join the Mechanical Court is a personal pursuit, but these kids' performances at least proved that they put in a lot of effort during their training.

The first physical encounter with a mecha is somewhat different from a simulator, and the assessment requirements are also more stringent than regular training. Under these circumstances, the fact that... a regular group of five mech pilots passed the assessment is undoubtedly a pleasing achievement.

"Although you have completed the assessment to become official mech pilots, remember not to become complacent. As official mech pilots, you now bear responsibility for bravely fighting for humanity. Operating mankind's most powerful war machines, your responsibility in war is heavier than any other soldier's. Therefore, you should train even harder, especially the Psychic Pressure Resistance Training conducted by the Arbitration Place Executive Officer. Last time, our soldiers fell on the battlefield because of this, and I hope you do not repeat their mistake. The Military Department is currently planning the second major counter-offensive against the Bug Race nest. That will be your biggest opportunity to prove yourselves, so don't disappoint me for the choice I made today."

The instructor's words were not meant for Bai E alone; he spoke solemnly to all the soldiers through the audio system, resulting in a somber silence.@@novelbin@@

After his voice died down, a mech pilot responded slowly, "Yes, Instructor!"

Then the voices rose in unison, robust and united, "Yes, Instructor!"

...

"Not going out of camp today? Where are you headed?"

Bai E would usually go out every midday for a break, something Rose had observed.

But today, after lunch, Bai E didn't head toward the camp's exit. Instead, he went in the direction of the camp but not toward the rest area, which made Rose curious.

"Going to deliver a message."

Bai E hadn't forgotten the message that the rat-like creature had conveyed to him through Gilder the previous night.

The rat-like creature was always obedient and compliant. Such a child's occasional request must not be ignored as if unheard, whether it succeeds or not, what one can do should be done.

"Can I come with you?" Rose was always curious about Bai E's daily activities. Hearing that it might be something novel, she immediately wanted to join.

"Suit yourself," Bai E didn't mind. Rose was trustworthy, so naturally, there was no need to hide many things from her.

"Alrighty!" Rose was immediately overjoyed, with all her emotions clearly written on her face, transparent at a glance.

The two headed straight for the medical ward within the military camp, where there was always bustling activity. A familiar girl moved between the beds, her gentle voice bringing comfort to every anxious soldier.

But the instant she saw Bai E, her warm, somewhat weary smile brightened a few degrees, and yet worry quickly showed on her face again.

From her position, what she feared most was seeing an acquaintance on her own "turf."

This often meant that the acquaintance was in trouble.

"Are you feeling unwell?" Mashati's amber eyes eyed Bai E up and down; she still remembered the last few times Bai E came over, his energy completely depleted, asking for help.

What kind of person trains themselves to the brink of death?

It was truly worrisome.

"I'm fine," Bai E said with a smile, letting Mashati tug at his clothes to examine him.

"Ah?" A hint of evident confusion shone in the amber eyes.

"It's Fernandi." Bai E's eyes fixed on her as he spoke with a smile, "Yes, your brother, Fernandi."

The nurse immediately clutched the white nurse's uniform she was holding, an expression of concern washing over her face.

She had no significant backing, and during her military service, she wasn't allowed to leave the base at whim.

Even though she was worried about her brother's life outside, there wasn't much she could do about it.

And moreover... before she'd joined the military, she had arranged everything for him, even ensuring he wouldn't encounter those who bullied him.

He should be... fine, right?

"He's fine," Bai E reassured her with a smile, "He just, wants to see you. Maybe he misses you? After all, you two have probably never been apart for this long before, right?"

"Yes... it has been a long time." Hearing that her brother was fine and merely missed her, Mashati finally relaxed her clenched hand, though the nurse's uniform had now become a wrinkled mess, "But sir, how do you know him?"

As the momentary worry faded, her normal intelligence reoccupied the high ground, and she began to realize this seemingly obvious issue.

"You know, I have the permission to leave the base anytime, and a friend outside asked me to deliver this request."

"Oh~" Mashati asked subconsciously, trusting Bai E completely.

But with regard to the request itself...

Military regulations were not to be disobeyed, but then there was her brother's longing...

Mashati stood in place, anxious, rubbing her hands together, then bit her lip as if she had made some difficult decision, "I'll go ask Nurse Chief An Lun."

Perhaps Nurse Chief An Lun was very kind to her, or maybe she would agree to the request, but Mashati never liked to trouble anyone.

Yet now, for the sake of seeing her brother, she had to do something that might trouble others...

The answer was obvious, Nurse Chief An Lun, fond of the kind and hardworking girl, readily agreed to her request.

...

The lunch break was about to end.

There were twenty minutes left before the afternoon's Psychic Pressure Resistance Training, and Bai E saw Mashati again, rushing back with an anxious expression.

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The girl had specifically come looking for him, her face bearing an expression that was almost tearful in her urgency, yet disguised in front of others, evoking sympathy in anyone who saw her.

"What's wrong?"

"It's a last will!" the girl's voice was tearful, yet utterly certain.