The crowd eyed Long Yi strangely. Li Xiaotian was also a little surprised. Was this kid smitten?
Fortunately, the crowd didn't continue to make things difficult for Long Yi. Instead, they pushed open the door and entered the room to get a closer look at the mecha.
Upon close contact with the mecha, everyone felt a powerful aura, accompanied by a subtle sense of pressure.
Li Xiaotian was slightly startled. The mecha's aura was comparable to a Royal level.
"How is the combat power of this mecha?"
Li Xiaotian couldn't help but ask, his eyes showing a hint of anticipation.
"Lord Dragon King, the true combat power of the Dragon God Mecha is still unknown, but a Royal level martial artist is no match for it."
Zhang Mengyao spoke, walking up to the Dragon God Mecha. Pride flashed in her eyes as she continued.
"The outer shell of the Dragon God Mecha is made of Beast Emperor level skeletons and alloy. Experiments have shown it can withstand the attacks of peak Royal level martial artists."
"It uses nuclear energy as its power source, capable of both long-range and close-quarters combat, and also possesses flight capabilities."
"However, it also has requirements for the user's strength. At least Royal level mid-stage is needed to withstand the pressure within the skeletons."
"Based on my estimations, the strength the Dragon God Mecha can unleash should be comparable to a Royal level early stage!"
"Royal level early stage!!" The crowd was astonished, looking at Zhang Mengyao in disbelief. Although they knew the mecha was terrifying, Zhang Mengyao's words truly shocked them.
This meant that a martial artist at Royal level mid-stage could wield the Dragon God Mecha and possess strength comparable to a Royal level early stage?
"This is only my personal estimation, as there has been no Royal level expert to cooperate with me in testing the true combat power of the Dragon God Mecha, so its actual data cannot be confirmed yet."
Zhang Mengyao said, her eyes excitedly scanning Long Yi and the others. The number of Royal level experts in Great Qin was too small, leaving her with no one to test the mecha's true capabilities. But now, with so many Royal level experts appearing before her, she was excited and eager to find someone to experiment with.
Upon hearing Zhang Mengyao's words, the crowd understood immediately. She intended to use them as guinea pigs.
"Arrange it. Let's test its actual combat power now. Long Yi, cooperate with me."
Li Xiaotian commanded, genuinely curious about the Dragon God Mecha's true combat power. If it could indeed rival a Royal level early stage, as Zhang Mengyao claimed, it would solve Great Qin's most pressing problem.
"Alright, hehe, I want to see if this big fellow can fight. Don't break it with one punch."
Long Yi grinned, his inner fighting spirit boiling.
"Commander Long Yi, as you are the first Royal level expert to engage the Dragon God Mecha, I feel it's necessary to remind you. Although the mecha's true combat power is still unclear, its speed has already surpassed many early Royal level martial artists. Furthermore, it is equipped with many high-tech weapons, and its capabilities will surely surprise you. Underestimating it could lead to a significant disadvantage."
Zhang Mengyao spoke. The Dragon God Mecha was her creation. In her eyes, the Dragon God Mecha was like her child, and she would not allow anyone to look down on it.
"Ahem, I was just speaking casually, not underestimating it. Miss Zhang, please don't misunderstand. I tend to speak without thinking."
Long Yi quickly replied, a hint of red flashing across his face, his attitude changing instantly.
Seeing this, the people around were immediately astonished, then their gazes flickered between Long Yi and Zhang Mengyao, revealing knowing smiles.
"Long Yi, why did you suddenly chicken out? That's not like you!"
Long Shi-wu teased, a mischievous smile on his face.
"Exactly, Brother Long Yi. This is the first time we've seen you like this."
Anmei chimed in, giving Long Yi a playful glance and a smile.
"Ahem, what nonsense are you talking about? I am simply respecting Miss Zhang's hard work."
Long Yi became flustered, widened his eyes to glare at Long Shi-wu and the others, then quickly turned to Zhang Mengyao and said.
"Well, Miss Zhang, shall we begin? How should I cooperate with you?"
Zhang Mengyao looked at Long Yi and the others, feeling somewhat perplexed, as if something was strange. She spoke.
"Let's go to the training ground. I'll pilot the mecha and spar with you. That way, we can measure its data comprehensively."
"You're piloting the mecha? You're a woman..."
Long Yi was taken aback, only then realizing that Zhang Mengyao was actually at the Royal level mid-stage.
"What? This is the only mecha I've built so far, and I'm the only one who knows how to operate it. If I don't pilot it, who else will?"
Zhang Mengyao retorted, casting a glance at Long Yi. Was he looking down on women?
"Ahem, alright then. Be careful later."
Long Yi said, his tone gentle.
The surrounding Long Shi-wu and the others struggled to suppress their laughter. They had never seen Long Yi like this before.
Li Xiaotian's eyes twinkled, and he chuckled inwardly at the young man.
The group headed towards the training ground, learning about the Dragon God Mecha's functions from Zhang Mengyao as they walked.
Besides its formidable defense, the Dragon God Mecha was equipped with twelve types of heavy weaponry, including micro-missiles, flamethrowers, and lasers.
They arrived at a training ground the size of a football field. Li Xiaotian and the others stood outside, while Long Yi and Zhang Mengyao, piloting the Dragon God Mecha, faced each other.
"Miss Zhang, perhaps you should switch with someone else? The strength of a Royal level martial artist is significantly greater than that of a King level. What if I misjudge my strength and injure you?"
Long Yi hesitated, worried about accidentally harming Zhang Mengyao, as this was no laughing matter.
"Commander Long Yi, please don't worry. I know the mecha I built myself. Even if it's not a match for a Royal level martial artist, it won't be as weak as you say."
Zhang Mengyao's voice emanated from the mecha. Simultaneously, the Dragon God Mecha moved, emitting mechanical sounds. A greatsword, over two meters long, was drawn from its hand, looking exceptionally formidable.
"Long Yi, are you going to fight or not? If not, I'll do it!"
Long Shi-wu shouted, a sly grin on his face.
"Shut up! Who said I'm not fighting? I'm just afraid of accidentally injuring Miss Zhang."
Long Yi roared, glaring fiercely at Long Shi-wu. He'd settle this with him later.
"Boom!" Suddenly, the Dragon God Mecha hummed, its entire body glowing, and then it charged fiercely towards Long Yi.
"Commander Long Yi, show us your true strength, or you might suffer a great loss!"
Zhang Mengyao announced, operating the Dragon God Mecha as it charged forward.
At this moment, Long Yi also quickly concentrated. He looked at the charging Dragon God Mecha, a slight surprise and a sense of crisis surfacing within him.
The surrounding crowd also ceased their chatter, their attention fully focused on the man and the mecha.
"Whirr!" The Dragon God Mecha swung its greatsword, cleaving towards Long Yi.
But Long Yi rapidly retreated, dodging the greatsword. A hint of hesitation flickered in his eyes; he was still somewhat concerned.
"Boom!" However, the Dragon God Mecha didn't stop. Flames suddenly erupted from its back, its speed increasing dramatically. In an instant, it reached Long Yi and delivered a powerful punch.
Seeing this, Long Yi immediately raised his hands to block.
"Bang!" Long Yi's hands blocked the mecha's fist. His two hands combined were less than a third of the mecha's fist, yet he managed to stop the mecha solely with his own strength.
"Boom!" But just then, the mecha's arm suddenly sprayed fire, its power surging. It directly pushed Long Yi backward, his feet scraping fiercely against the ground.