Xiang Ning slung the metal tube on his back, which stuck out half a foot from his head, and exited the facility. He was wearing a soldier’s combat attire with protective eyewear and a helmet, so his face was covered. Perhaps due to Li Kaihao’s instructions, the soldiers who encountered him didn’t even glance at him, so he had a smooth journey out. 

He didn’t immediately leave Fortress Three, though, but instead returned to his room first. He did nothing except collapse into his bed and sleep. He had just regained consciousness that morning, then overexerted himself suppressing the beast core. He was utterly worn out and didn’t want to go out searching for Fang Rou in such a terrible...