Sky-cracking Rider

The Blue Star Sovereignties achieved their goal of inviting Old David to lecture at Barksdale Air Force Base.

Once the dragons are lost as the combat power ceiling, even with the Crystal Jets, the former Dragon Knights are at most at the level of top Sky Knights.

No matter how strong the combat effectiveness of the Crystal Jets is, they cannot compare with the dragons, especially the Metallic Dragons.

If everyone is in the same combat power range, the Blue Star Sovereignties have the confidence to confront the 'Lord of the Sky' head-on. Aren't they also having Sky Knights? One not enough? Then send a dozen!

If a dozen are not enough? Will a hundred be enough?

Even the Americas Gang gathering forty to fifty Sky Knights to gang up on the 'Lord of the Sky' should be sufficient!

Even the 'Lord of the Sky' is no match for multiple fists from all directions, and he must take on this immediate threat.

A force composed of forty to fifty Crystal Jets is enough to eliminate half of the Blue Star Sovereignties one by one. Even top-tier sovereignties can't defend completely against them, they still have to face bloodshed inevitably.

Besides the Americas Gang, there are the Europa Gang, Asia Gang, and Africa Gang with even more Sky Knights, enough to cover the Lin Family's Sky Knight disciples. Even if there are many Lin Family Sky Knights, can they be more than the sovereignties?

In David Sid's class, not all Sky Knights are present, the Americas Gang is selfish, most Sky Knights and combat pilots attending the class are from North and South America.

When Chen Fei realized this, he finally understood that the will of the Blue Star Civilization sovereignties had crystallized into a massive force, killing gods and blocking Buddha if necessary, not caring about the stance of the Chen Family disciples. Like a giant wheel, casually crushing any overconfident obstacle, like the 'Lord of the Sky,' dare to rebel, and you will surely be executed!

Under sovereignty, there is no talk of guilt or innocence. Even the innocent must be killed. Are there not enough wronged spirits in the history books?

Quite many, indeed!

Drink from the golden cup together, but not spared by the white blade!

Even Lin Mo, the former 'Lord of the Sky' who made immense contributions to Blue Star, can't rest on his laurels.

Focused on the lecture, the morning passed quickly, and it was soon noon.

"...That's all for this morning's lecture. We will resume at 1 PM in the afternoon, with a Q&A session arranged,"

Throughout the morning, a whole pot of coffee was consumed, and after a half-hour break at noon, Old David was dry-mouthed and exhausted.

Most training courses at 'Eagle Nest' airport have dedicated instructors. He rarely teaches personally.

If it weren't for the special invitation by sovereignty, along with generous offerings, Old David wouldn't have personally come out. Though exhausting, it's indeed rewarding! Moreover, encouraging the younger generation to defeat the obnoxious 'Lord of the Sky' tooth and nail, letting that guy know what it means for new talents to emerge from the Jiang Shan, with the younger waves pushing the older waves onto the sand.

Everyone in the tiered seats stood up, collectively saluting Old David to express their gratitude (except for Chen Xiao'er).

The combat pilot next to Chen Fei noticed his different demeanor, realizing he wasn't a peer based on attire and reaction, yet sitting here attending the lecture together.

A curious combat pilot on the left asked, "Hey buddy, you seem new? Are you... a pilot too?"

"Uh, I used to be, but now, I'm not sure if it counts, as I'm still flying up there!"

Chen Fei's current position is captain, certainly a sky operation, with hardly any opportunity to personally fly to the front line. Fighting attrition battles, no need to personally risk.

Clearly able to defeat foes with a cursor, why go and fight hand-to-hand recklessly? Is he not using his intelligence?

"That definitely counts!"

A confirmation of being peers, the combat pilot instantly became enthusiastic, pounding his chest saying, "I'm Mylan from the Alaska 11th Air Squadron Sky Cavalry Combat Team, call sign 'Night Cry,' what's your name? Maybe soon, we'll need to help each other for cover."

"I'm Chen Fei, call sign 'Rookie,' from the First Sovereign, currently employed by the Global United Defense Committee, pleased to meet you, 'Night Cry'!"

Chen Fei shook hands with him while giving a self-introduction.

"An active Sky Knight of the First Sovereign? Welcome, welcome!"

Upon hearing "First Sovereign," not just Mylan but also the Americas Gang around him changed their gaze at Chen Fei significantly.

It's inevitable that a combat pilot from the First Sovereign visiting the American Federation receives considerable attention or emphasis.

Unavoidably, some people began to feel itchy, wanting to test the caliber of the counterparts from the other side of the ocean.

Chen Fei didn't want to be misunderstood, promptly clarifying, "Uh! I'm not an active soldier nor a Sky Knight, just a commoner."

"What the...?"

The scene momentarily stagnated, with Mylan and the Americas Gang collectively looking bewildered. Not active, not a Sky Knight, meaning just a commoner from First Sovereign here for what?

Obviously running to the wrong place, right?

Why isn't anybody managing this!

The large strategic air force base of the American Federation isn't a tourist attraction open to the public. Not to mention, even common citizens of the American Federation can't enter freely. This is a military-controlled zone; running to the wrong place will get you shot, even if you're from the First Sovereign. After verifying identity, with a bit of luck, confirming you're not a spy and haven't stolen military secrets, you'd still be expelled, possibly banned for life from entering the American Federation.

"What exactly do you do?"

Mylan was a bit taken aback, he initially thought they were peers. It was clear he was mistaken, and it turned out the other person was actually just a commoner. Now that was amusing!

"To be precise, I should be considered an employee of a military contractor, currently summoned by the Blue Star Global United Defense Committee."

Chen Fei noticed the unusual glances surrounding him—some curious, some disdainful, some mocking, and some even outright hostile.

Most of the "Americas Gang" present were proud combat pilots, some were even Sky Knights. For a mere commoner to mingle here was simply audacious and outrageous.

"Tch! What a waste of expression, commoner. This is not the place for you. Hurry up and return to where you came from!"

The originally friendly face immediately turned stern, and Mylan turned his head, shouting loudly, "Guard, guard! There's an intruder here. Damn it, is the entire base's security system just for show? How did a commoner manage to get here?"

Incidents of commoners accidentally or deliberately entering military zones are not uncommon, happening several times each year. But for someone like Chen Fei to not only successfully sneak in but also get deep into the core area and even attend classes with so many pilots was unheard of. His boldness was outrageous, so he needed to be apprehended promptly.

"Intruder? Who, where?"

A few armed guards responded to the summons, looking around nervously.

With the appearance of an intruder, they found themselves inevitably in trouble.

"Here, right here!"

A group of the "Americas Gang," led by Mylan, all pointed at Chen Fei.

The guards gave Chen Fei a thorough look from all angles, then exchanged puzzled glances.

"Where is he? Where is he?"

"Can't you see? This very person! His name is Chen Fei!"

Mylan emphasized, exasperated.

Chen Fei was left helpless by this guy.

"He's authorized, not an intruder."

Old David, who had just finished the morning's class, walked over, leaning on his cane.

The guards, equipped with facial recognition modules, immediately confirmed it was a misunderstanding, collectively sighed in relief, and one remarked humorously, "Colonel Mylan, if you're referring to him, then I'm sorry, there's no intruder here, just a misunderstanding."

"Yes, I am a commoner from The First Sovereign, but I am authorized!"

Chen Fei finally had the chance to defend himself. Before this, anything he said would probably have been met with disbelief, so he had refrained from futile explanations.

With Old David's affirmation, the observing pilots all showed expressions of realization.

"Ha? Commoner? What is a commoner doing here? Have all the Sky Knights worldwide died?"

Under normal circumstances, Mylan wouldn't have uttered such words, but now, due to a major misunderstanding making him lose face, his tone inevitably turned sour.

"Don't underestimate him, I'm quite optimistic about the 'rookie'!"

Old David spoke with a double entendre.

After all, Chen Fei had previously received professional training at the "Eagle Nest." Disregarding him was tantamount to disregarding Old David himself. If he didn't take a stand, the title of "Eagle King" would be perceived as hollow.

Chen Fei quickly responded modestly, "Old David, you're too kind!"

Not pulling back now would quickly turn the scene into an antagonistic one, with many combat pilots present challenging his worth.

Are you kidding? The present crew consisted of active sovereign combat pilots. A mere commoner like him shouldn't entice them.

(Chen Xiao'er would never think this way when actively challenging the smaller sovereign's Sky Knights.)

"Since 'Eagle King' Your Grace says so, why don't we give it a try? Guys! How about a ranking match?"

The situation Chen Fei feared the most inevitably happened. Mylan raised his arm and called out, and now it was time to determine the rank—ah no, it was time to see who stands above!

As active military personnel, refraining from bullying others was already benevolent enough, but they couldn't sit idle while an unqualified jumped around under their noses. Everyone had some spirit, and Mylan's instigative words spoke to the heart of many.

So, the call was overwhelmingly answered!

"Alright!~" ×n

The collective cheer almost threatened to blow off the hangar's roof; their machines had long been eager.