Chapter 43: Lv13 Explosive Gun, Lv12 Armored Camper

After less than an hour of waiting, the upgrade for the Lv13 Explosive Gun was finally complete:

"Explosive Gun Lv13/19, Red Quality"

"Upgrade Points: 14/5, Damage: 80, Effective Range: 2 km, Remaining Ammo: 500/1000"

"Additional Attributes: Bullet Recovery 1/s, Space Magazine 1000 Ammo"

Besides increased damage and doubled ammo capacity, there were no other changes. The key was that the next Lv14 upgrade should bring a qualitative leap.

Such a crucial upgrade needed to be witnessed firsthand to catch any important information.

Lin Feng put away the Lv13 Explosive Gun on the table, not immediately starting the Lv14 upgrade or his own synchronization upgrade, as he just wanted a good sleep.

While the strengthening warmth from the upgrade could temporarily relieve muscle fatigue, it couldn't clear his brain of the exhaustion from prolonged work.

Calculating from his 5 a.m. wake-up the previous day, he had been in over 20 hours of continuous, high-intensity combat. His mind was like a computer clogged with data fragments, overwhelmed and in need of rest.

He needed to enter a sleep state to clear the mental clutter.

This is why he declined Hu Fei's gifts earlier; he was neither mentally nor physically interested. On returning to the service area, he had a fleeting desire, but after the exhausting negotiations with Hu Fei, he now only wanted a comfortable sleep to clear his mind.

Everything else could wait until tomorrow.

While the Explosive Gun and his upgrades could wait, the big guy in front of him needed to start its lengthy upgrade process now that he had the time.

With the camper's upgrade points fully accumulated, Lin Feng stood before it, eyeing the scarred and punctured surface, amazed it had made it back.

He confirmed the upgrade, simultaneously using one of his own upgrades for fusion modification.

Lin Feng integrated five pairs of Black Spinal Bug mandibles, including one Lv14 pair for the front, adding sixty steel plates and parts of Red Armored Beetle carapace.

As these materials were enveloped in a red glow and gradually disappeared into the camper's surface, the complete overhaul began.

This amount of material would take about five to six hours.

The camper door opened, and Chen Yanyan, with a towel drying her damp hair, wearing Lin Feng's oversized t-shirt and shorts, approached.

"Finally finished washing. What did Liu Yueqi say earlier?"

After drying her hair, Chen Yanyan sat beside Lin Feng, casually resting her long legs on him.

Lin Feng shrugged:

"She wants to bring Liu Ruojiao in too."

Chen Yanyan frowned slightly:

"Liu Ruojiao's personality is too weak, not suitable for our team. She can only handle logistics and support from the rear."

"Do you want her now? In any way?"

Surprised by Chen Yanyan's directness, Lin Feng looked up, pondering:

"In peaceful times, I might be interested. Breaking down that naive innocence, making her devoted, could be fun."

"But in these chaotic times, if she doesn't quickly change her mindset, she won't survive long and will only drag us down."

"And Zhang Xuan isn't a good person either. Unless Liu Yueqi takes drastic action, she can't outmaneuver him. Plus, that silly woman sides with him..."

"Why, does this matter to you?"

Chen Yanyan nodded, matter-of-factly:

"This is a task Rain Sister gave me, to stay by your side and watch out for the women who approach."

"At least in matters of emotion, women understand women better."

"We originally considered bringing Liu Ruojiao in, but as you said, she's too focused on romance, with a typical dependent personality. No one can help her unless she's deeply hurt by someone she trusts."

"Everyone has their own fate. As for us, we just need to become stronger quickly."

Lin Feng smiled slightly, gently stroking Chen Yanyan's smooth legs draped over him:

"Don't worry, with legs like yours around, I'm not that desperate. If you need anything, just come to me."

"But remember to wear black stockings."

Chen Yanyan blushed, retracting her legs as she urged:

"Go, go, your hands are filthy. Hurry and shower! The water's still warm."

Lin Feng laughed heartily, getting up and entering the camper.

Half an hour later, Chen Yanyan, playing on her phone outside, calmed down and realized Lin Feng hadn't moved for a while. She entered the camper to check.

She found Lin Feng asleep on the freshly made two-meter bed, snoring from exhaustion.

Leaning against the doorframe, Chen Yanyan smiled tenderly, covering Lin Feng with a blanket before tidying up outside, closing the shop's shutter, and returning to the bed.

She lay beside him, gently embracing him.

Lin Feng, eyes half-open, saw it was Chen Yanyan and rested his head on her chest, continuing to sleep deeply.

The night passed without incident.

The next morning, Lin Feng was awakened by the smell of cooking meat. He had fallen into a deep sleep, missing dinner, and was now ravenous.

Rising from bed, he opened the partition door to the living area, where Chen Yanyan, wearing a kitchen apron, was sizzling steaks in a frying pan.

"Awake? The military rations Hu Fei sent are pretty good, with complete ingredients and several flavors."

Lin Feng nodded:

"If we don't eat well, how will we have the energy to work?"

He said, heading to the bathroom to wash up.

Once freshened, Chen Yanyan had prepared a hearty breakfast: from century egg congee to top-grade steaks, accompanied by a warm cup of milk coffee.

After enjoying breakfast, Lin Feng noticed the system prompt indicating the camper's upgrade was complete.

"Come, let's tidy up later. I've got a surprise for you."

Lin Feng grabbed the dishwashing Chen Yanyan, leading her outside.

As the team driver, the camper upgrade was significant for Chen Yanyan.

Exiting the camper, Chen Yanyan was stunned by the behemoth before her.

Last night's initial upgrade in the suburbs was hard to see clearly. Now, in the daytime, sunlight illuminated the beast before them, revealing its transformed appearance.

The camper, now 50% larger, stretched over ten meters long and four meters wide, akin to a small truck, occupying two repair shop slots.

Although upgraded to Lv12, its capabilities far exceeded that level. With extensive resources and materials invested, its defense and attack power had reached monstrous levels.

The camper's front featured protruding triple-edged spikes, particularly the pair on the lower bumper, made from Lv14 Black Spinal Bug mandibles, exceptionally thick and 1.5 meters long, capable of piercing low-level bugs.

Additionally, the camper's windshield now had dual-layer metal blast windows for protection against bug strikes, with roof racks added for easier transport of goods and spoils.

The camper's exterior received further reinforcement, with bio-composite and steel armor ten centimeters thick, impervious to a single explosive shot, requiring continuous hits on the same spot to breach.

Most pleasingly, the rooftop sunroof was modified into an internal lookout tower, with armored sides offering excellent visibility.

Lin Feng could comfortably operate from within, launching attacks with no blind spots.

It resembled a vintage armored vehicle.

With this revamped camper, they could easily conduct mobile warfare against small bug groups, engaging in hit-and-run tactics to wear down foes.

Chen Yanyan, caressing the camper's robust armor, was enamored and amazed.

Lin Feng tossed her the keys:

"Give it a try."

Ecstatic, Chen Yanyan hugged Lin Feng tightly, planting a kiss before quickly taking the driver's seat, inserting the key, and starting the beast.

The engine roared with power.

Lin Feng accessed the panel to check the camper's specifics:

"Armored Camper Lv12/19, Red Quality"

"Upgrade Points 0/10, Damage 50, Defense 80, Average Speed 120, Range 500 km"

"Additional Attributes: Bio-Armor (Defense +40), Armor-Piercing Front (Damage +30)"

"Evaluation: After fusion modification, this camper is akin to a truck, with significantly enhanced defense, now possessing counterattack capabilities. Gains upgrade points based on mileage."

Satisfied with the data, Lin Feng nodded. In battle, a vehicle was a second life.

The stronger the camper, the safer and more successful future hunts and captures would be.

At the repair shop door, Lin Feng raised the shutter, then sat in the camper's passenger seat.

Seeing the eager Chen Yanyan, Lin Feng drew his Explosive Gun, smiling slightly:

"Come on!"

"Let's test its combat capabilities!"

"Set off! Back to the bug-occupied territory!"