The Spark Base!
When the Mentor had spoken earlier, An Jianyou hadn't understood. Now she seemed to. Her gaze was vacant as she watched the Mentor place his hand on the silver door.
"Follow me," the Mentor said.
Beyond this wall was the outside of the building. Through the nearby window, one could glimpse the open ground below.
However, at this moment,
the silver door slowly slid open to the sides, revealing a spacious, silver-white corridor.
An Jianyou's mouth opened wider and wider. She deliberately walked to the side window to look out, but saw nothing. The Mentor had already walked through the silver door and stepped onto the silver corridor.
She hurried to follow. As she reached the door, a "ding-dong" sounded in her mind.
"Beep~ Fate Apostle An Jianyou detected and cleared. Entry granted."
...
Fang You was also very surprised. Seeing it on the game screen was entirely different from seeing it with his own eyes.
[Corridor]
[Level One] - [Base Lobby] - [Training Room e1] - [Training Room e2] - [Training Room e3]
[Level Two] - [Recreation Area] - [Lounge e1] - [Lounge e2] - [Lounge e3]
[Level Three] - [Base Hub] - [Conference Hall]
[Other] (Locked)
He was currently standing at the corridor.
The organization's base extended downwards from the first floor.
From the game screen alone, the base didn't seem large; it was merely expandable. Yet, the corridor before Fang You was twenty to thirty meters long and four to five meters wide, with murals carved into the walls on both sides.
The paintings were somewhat blurry, depicting what seemed like war, with flames. Beyond that, nothing could be discerned.
Upon reaching the end of the corridor, his vision suddenly broadened.
It was like standing on a high platform, with an open hall twenty to thirty meters below.
The hall was circular, with stone pillars, requiring two to three people to embrace, supporting a dome thirty meters high.
At this moment, the base was not dark; a soft glow emanated downwards.
Looking up, he saw that the dome was inlaid with crystals, emitting light as if eternal.
The floor was also painted with a giant pattern, like clusters of flames embracing and burning, gathering light and fire.
What was merely displayed as 'Base Hall' on the game interface was actually so grand in reality.
Fang You was beyond words, while An Jianyou beside him was completely stunned.
She walked dazedly,
gazing around blankly.
The shock in her heart was like surging waves.
This was the Spark's base, a special space, perhaps a space that didn't exist in reality.
This is our Spark!
Worthy of our Spark!
Even though it had declined, it still possessed such profound heritage. An Jianyou was shocked and proud.
...
From the entrance of the corridor to the first, second, and third floors, one could either take a descending floating platform or follow a winding spiral staircase.
Of course, the most direct and fastest way was to leap down from the platform at the corridor entrance.
Fang You looked down.
It was a drop of over ten meters, with no place to gain leverage or slow his descent. He wouldn't dare jump; getting injured or killed was out of the question.
He dutifully took the spiral stairs, not for any other reason than to carefully explore his own base.
Upon reaching the first floor, the vast circular hall, the pillars seemed even more colossal, taller than any giant, making him appear minuscule.
On one side of the hall, besides the passage to the second sub-level, there were three large doors.
These corresponded to three training rooms.
One of them slowly opened with a ding-dong, and the Black Blade elder, clad in black, walked out.
He still wore his mask, standing ramrod straight like a sculpture.
He raised his fist, placing it flat over his left chest.
This was the real Black Blade, equally taciturn, and like an emotionless warrior.
He said, "The spark is passed on, humanity endures."
"Mentor."
...
Fang You explored the second and third floors.
The recreation area on the second floor not only had various facilities but also a sizable garden with lush green trees. Walking within it brought a sense of peace.
The corridor at the end led to a series of lounges, which were also larger than he had imagined.
They were called lounges, but in reality, they were entire suites, each with four independent private rooms and attached bathrooms.
The decor was not overly luxurious, but all necessary amenities were present. It was quite impressive, at least more spacious and grander than his own home.
Fang You immediately chose a room for himself.
He planned to stay in the base for an extended period. Whether for training or other matters, he wouldn't need to be so cautious. If there was any inconvenience at all...
Well, it was a bit far from the lounge to the training room.
...
When Fang You returned to the first sub-level, An Jianyou was staring blankly at the pattern on the floor.
She didn't dare to wander around.
She had wanted to get closer to Brother Black Blade, but he had the demeanor of "do not approach." In an instant, he had begun training on his own. His responses were mostly "mm" or "oh," or he wouldn't speak at all.
An Jianyou was going mad.
It wasn't until the Mentor arrived that Brother Black Blade finally stopped his training.
Fang You looked at An Jianyou and Black Blade.
He said, "The world is changing, and we at Spark need more sparks. I plan to screen a group of potential individuals to become auxiliary members of Spark. If you have suitable candidates, you can also recommend them."
"However, whether recommended or otherwise, they must pass an assessment to be qualified as formal members of Spark."
"The assessment prioritizes temperament. Only those with sound temperament and character will be qualified to wield the power to fight the anomalous. Secondly, it's perseverance, will..."
He looked at Black Blade, "You will be responsible for these matters, and also teach new recruits some basic combat techniques, including..."
He then looked at An Jianyou, "From today onwards, you will follow Black Blade to learn basic saber techniques, strengthen your physique, and also..."
A black cat stealthily slipped away on its paw pads. Midway, its destiny was grasped by the scruff of its neck and it was lifted.
"Also, Hei Tong needs supervision and encouragement to cultivate and learn diligently."
"Meow~!"
It's just about training my abilities, meow!
"Yes! Mentor!"
An Jianyou replied loudly.
Learning saber techniques, and maybe even chatting with Brother Black Blade.
It'll be fine!
A moment later,
An Jianyou entered the training room and picked up a training saber from the weapon rack, beginning to swing it.
As a First Awakened, her physique was not weak, and she handled the training saber with ease.
She learned quite quickly.
It wasn't that difficult, An Jianyou thought.
A few minutes later,
"Imprecise."
Half an hour later,
"Continue!"
One hour,
One and a half hours,
Two and a half hours,
A cold killing intent hung over her head like a sword, ready to strike if there was any slight relaxation.
An Jianyou dared not stop, her eyes welling up with tears.
Mentor, save me!
"Meow~!" +1