Trove Spin

Top under the energy shield, two mechs charged forward at full speed, greeted by a deluge of bullets from four other mechs. Reno and Antonia didn't hesitate to retaliate.

The firepower escalated to its peak in an instant, with missiles, heavy cannons, bullets, and energy beams sweeping down like torrents, creating a dazzling spectacle on the ground.

It was like fireworks at a festival, but even more vibrant, more dazzling, and more deadly - this level of engagement easily led to excessive output, greatly increasing the danger for the participants.

All four mechs participating in the attack were seasoned veterans, forming a fan-shaped formation and pushing their energy shields forward in shield form to maximize energy savings and enhance defense thickness, steadily advancing while various missiles and shells rained down.

The benefits of targeted defense were evident at this moment; Reno's high-frequency blades and nine-millimeter bullet nets formed a double defense system that intercepted almost all the missiles. A large explosion of flames filled the sky near them, forming a wall of fire.

The firewall couldn't stop the mechs' advance but effectively obscured the attackers' view. The burning air distorted everything, and billowing black smoke turned daylight into dusk. The accuracy of the incoming shells was greatly reduced, and they heard shells exploding under their feet one after another, but the attacks that truly affected Reno and Antonia were few. Even occasional hits were blocked by the energy shield.

"Damn it, stop firing missiles, they have a full set of interception equipment!" yelled a purple mech participant in frustration. He didn't understand where the other side got so much equipment from, but at that moment, he obviously realized he had encountered a powerful opponent.

Just as Reno had guessed, these people came to fulfill the tasks given by the organizers. Of course, unlike Reno, their tasks were not compulsory, so there were no special rewards, and the tasks limited them from damaging or entering the research institute.

Their task was to intercept!

At this moment, seeing two figures rushing towards the research institute amidst the sea of fire, the mechs fully unlocked their power, making Reno and their movement speed extremely fast. None of the four intercepting mechs had completed full unlocking, so they couldn't catch up. Seeing these two mechs rushing towards the research institute was like catching two exposed soft spots.

The purple-black mech participant knew it was bad news; if they were allowed to run in, their mission would fail. He shouted, "Fire at the entrance of the research institute!"

The mech next to him hesitated and said, "The task prohibits damaging the research institute."

"What the hell are you talking about? Firing at the entrance doesn't count as damage. If you get hit by stray bullets, it's none of my damn business. Fire!" He had already started firing at the entrance of the research institute.

Seeing that they were about to enter the research institute, Reno was excited. Things were going smoother than he expected. After all, not everyone was as crazy as Antonia. These guys had only unlocked live ammunition but not powerful energy weapons, which couldn't be intercepted. Plus, the effect of full power on the engine was a significant increase in evasion and speed, greatly reducing the damage Reno received.

The entrance of the research institute was already in sight. Because it was specially prepared for mechs, the gate of the research institute was exceptionally tall, allowing mechs to enter directly.

"Hurry!" Reno shouted.

"I'm faster than you!" Antonia responded unceremoniously.

The Crimson Widow accelerated in an instant, charging towards the gate.

Just then, a shell whistled over.

Reno sensed something was wrong and yelled, "Antonia, watch out!"

The Crimson Widow suddenly rose, ascending several meters high. A shell exploded beneath her, followed by a burst of shrapnel flying towards the gate of the research institute. Antonia had to retreat. One of the shells exploded near her, and the shockwave lifted Antonia.

"Damn it, these bastards are cheating!" Reno cursed.

The organizers would never allow them to attack the research institute; otherwise, there would be no need for this mission.

But Reno couldn't wait for the organizers to react and make a decision. The battlefield was constantly changing, and waiting for orders from above meant missing opportunities.

So Reno turned around and continued firing behind him. "Hurry up and get in!" But the four mechs didn't care and continued to rain down fierce and violent gunfire at the entrance of the research institute, fortunately reinforced with special alloys for the competition's needs, otherwise it would have collapsed long ago.

"Damn it, their firepower is too strong, I can't get in!" Antonia yelled, rotating in the air, dodging attacks, and firing continuously with dual pistols. But under the opponent's powerful firepower, she couldn't form an effective counterattack.

"Think of a solution!" she shouted.

Reno's abdominal missile launcher opened, and four missiles flew out simultaneously. Two missiles aimed at the mechs, while the other two went off course and unexpectedly flew towards the surrounding walls.

A participant burst into laughter, "Idiot, you're fast, but your shots aren't accurate enough!"

But the purple-black mech participant suddenly shouted, "Watch your back!"

Before the participant could react, there was a loud explosion, and a missile slammed into his back hard.

Due to choosing the energy shield mode, the mech's back defense was extremely weak, and it was instantly incapacitated by the explosion.

The audience erupted into excited cheers, "It's the Trof Spin, well done!"

Although only one of the two missiles succeeded, and the other one failed and broke, everyone still applauded and cheered for him together, even Antonia looked at Reno in amazement, "How did you do that?"

"Now is not the time to care about that!" Reno said, launching two more missiles in different directions.

This time, the three mechs were not careless. They couldn't chase because that would expose their backs to the opponent. Instead, they changed their energy shield forms and contracted their defense. The Trof Spin was a highly effective tactic in mech combat. Even in a one-on-one scenario, it could make you vulnerable from both sides, and even feints had to be taken seriously.

Just as Reno and Antonia were about to deal with another mech, several shells came whistling in from a distance.

Reno was caught off guard and took a hit. The mech flashed brightly, and looking up, he saw the figures of three mechs in the distance.

"They're coming, into the institute!" Reno shouted, turning around and firing continuously at the six mechs, while retreating towards the research institute.

Antonia dashed towards the institute in a flash, her speed even faster than Reno's, disappearing into the darkness like a streak of red light.

Only then did Reno stop firing and rush towards the research institute. Behind him, gunfire continued, but Reno was already very close to the institute. Even if they fired at the entrance, it wouldn't matter. After resisting a few more heavy hits, Reno made a leap and rolled into the institute, disappearing from sight.

The purple-black mech participant still wanted to rush into the institute to pursue, but he already heard a voice in his ears, "Mission failed, direct participants deducted two points, supporters arrived at the designated location on time but failed to complete the interception task, no reward, no deduction. Participants Ghost, Swordfish, for violating the rules and attacking the research institute, an additional deduction of ten points. Participant Madwolf, leading the violation of the rules. You now have two choices: one, keep your current points and withdraw from the competition. Two, deduct all points on your body and seal ten points of equipment. You can continue to participate in the competition."

Madwolf roared angrily, his face showing extreme anger, obviously very dissatisfied with the organizer's punishment. After thinking for a moment, he said, "I choose to continue the competition!"

This choice surprised everyone.

Madwolf had quite a few points before, and under the current circumstances, it might be better to keep his points and withdraw from the competition. However, he obviously didn't think so. He was willing to deduct all his points and continue participating in the competition, showing the crazy side of this guy in his heart. It's no wonder he dared to challenge the rules of the competition.

"Very well!"

The sound of equipment locking echoed.

Other mechs looked at Madwolf and shook their heads together, "Let's go, the mission failed, there's no point in staying here."

"Go?" Madwolf sneered, "No, are we just going to let those two off the hook?"

The others were stunned.

Ghost spoke up, "Hey, Madwolf, this is a competition, not a personal grudge. Losing means losing. You don't have to cling to it."

"I didn't say it's a personal grudge, but I can't swallow this!" Madwolf shouted furiously, then smiled, "Besides, this might not necessarily be a personal grudge, don't forget these are still two points."

Everyone looked at each other, unable to speak for a while.

Swordfish finally said, "We can't enter the research institute. The organizers will kick us out."

"I didn't say we have to go in for the kill, just waiting for them at the door is fine, right?" Madwolf grinned.