This is not mechanical ascension. - Chapter 362

“This is an office building -” Costat stood in a huge pothole. “The degree of damage here is the highest, which shows that the enemy has already lurked in the core area before taking action.”

“Who did Nicholas see that day?” he asked.

The officer hurriedly said: “The Bloody Archduke didn’t meet anyone that day, but he received something that was not registered in advance.”

“What?” Prince Costart frowned.

“It’s this -” the officer called up the picture, which was a rectangular parallelepiped. “According to the inspection, this seems to be a mechanical folding motorcycle.”

“It was sent by a soldier named Luo Er. Because it was not registered, it was intercepted. But not long after, the security department received an order from the Bloody Archduke, asking them to send the things over.”

“The secretary of the Bloody Archduke personally went to pick it up. We have already preliminary interrogated Luo Er. He said that it was the Bloody Archduke’s personal order, telling him to go to a designated place to pick up this thing.”

“That thing has been tested at least twenty times, and no abnormalities were found. The material is just ordinary alloy.”

“But since the attack occurred after the secretary obtained this item and sent it to the office of the Bloody Archduke, we still believe that this item may be related to the attack.”

“Currently, preparations are being made for a memory review of Rohr.”

Two days have passed, and everything that should be reviewed and investigated has gone through the process.

“Do you still need to check these things? No need to think about it, it must be Qinglong.” Diaz interrupted:

“He used those coordinates to lure Nikolay into taking the bait, and Nikolay told us the coordinates. We went there stupidly, and then the base was raided.”

After saying that, Diaz frowned slightly, “But if it is really Qinglong, why can he be sure that Nicholas will definitely stay?”

As soon as he finished speaking, he felt Prince Costart’s fierce eyes: “Are you doubting me?”

Diaz remained silent. He did not doubt that Prince Costat and Qinglong were colluding.

He thought that Prince Costart might have sensed something was wrong, but pretended not to know and allowed Nicholas to be attacked.

Moreover, Prince Costart’s attitude was also very ambiguous, and he was even less angry about the attack on the base than Nicholas secretly summoned the Stone of Terrax.

“Diaz, you can eat randomly, but you can’t talk nonsense.” Gaunt stared at him coldly, “Are you accusing a prince?”

“I dare not.” Diaz shook his head and whispered: “This kind of thing does not require much evidence. I suggest reporting it directly to the Royal Council and arresting Qinglong.”

“It’s not confirmed that it’s him yet.” Costart looked indifferent, “The only motive is to kill Nikolay. It’s too pure. What’s the benefit of making a big hatred for a small hatred?”

Diaz frowned, “Maybe it’s just the opposite.”

Costate shook his head: “There is no rush to announce it to the public. At least we haven’t found Qinglong yet. If we can’t catch him, we will be the ones who are embarrassed.”

“What’s more, the matter of the hammer-forging master has come to a critical juncture, and this matter is even more important.”

Jiant nodded, leaning towards this decision.

“But this matter still needs to be investigated. First, determine whether Nicolas is dead or not, and the whereabouts of Qinglong. Diaz, you will be responsible for this matter.” Costat gave the order.

Diaz opened his mouth, but he had no choice but to do this.

Two and a half days after the attack, the entire central world was under martial law, and everyone entering and leaving was subject to strict scrutiny.

There are more soldiers patrolling public areas.

Hum Yi-

The smart terminal vibrated and the screen popped up. It was Blackbeard’s communication request.

Li Ming suddenly opened his eyes. Since coming back, he has always opened the black hole network, and finally got the contact from Blackbeard.

He didn’t answer the call and just let it ring. After it was over, he waited another two or three hours before he dialed back slowly.

Almost instantly, Blackbeard answered, and the other party’s low roar of suppressed anger came from the screen: ‘

Qinglong, what on earth are you doing! “

“What do you mean?” Li Ming pretended to be confused.

“Didn’t you do the attack on the imperial base?” Although Blackbeard asked, there was certainty in his words.

“Don’t talk nonsense about this kind of thing.” Li Ming continued to deny, “How can I be so bold?”

Blackbeard gasped, angry and helpless, “That’s not what happened. Although Nicholas is targeting you, the threat is limited.”

“There is no benefit at all from your attack in such a grand manner, so what if you kill him?

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“This will only arouse the anger of the Star Abyss Empire, but will allow them to gather loose forces. We have been working hard to avoid external conflicts that would cause them to gather.”

Blackbeard said solemnly, they have a long lifespan, and each plan is calculated in years. They will increase the pressure bit by bit and explode the Star Abyss Empire bit by bit.

Even the important turning point of allowing the Mechanic Council to isolate the Star Abyss Empire was carefully chosen.

The Mechanics Association is a non-governmental organization, and it is deeply rooted in every civilization. It has always had a very gentle image to the outside world, and it is relatively loose.

In the name of killing the Hammersmith, they blocked the Star Abyss Empire and made it impossible for them to express their anger. It was impossible to regard the Mechanics Association as an enemy, otherwise they would only suffer greater backlash.

But once there is a powerful enough enemy as a victim, the scattered forces within the empire will inevitably be twisted into a rope.

Of course, Qinglong does not have such a size, but Qinglong’s impulsive behavior has caused dissatisfaction within the Pioneers.

Li Ming thought about the two genetic essences he had extracted, the dark matter disintegrating hammer he controlled, and the two Terrax stones, and said with deep understanding:

“You’re right, it doesn’t do any good, so it wasn’t me.”

Blackbeard’s tone paused and he said in a deep voice: “This is not a joke, the empire has already started to take action against you.”

Li Ming pretended to be silent, and suddenly said: “Tell me, is there a possibility that this was directed and staged by the Star Abyss Empire, just to give the outside world a reason to investigate?”

“Did they find the Pioneers?”

“You -” Blackbeard suddenly became confused. It seemed that he felt an inexplicable chill as he thought about it. This possibility was not impossible.

But then he suppressed his thoughts and said solemnly: “No matter what the truth is, they have already begun to prepare to arrest you.”

“Well, weren’t they planning to arrest me before?” Li Ming asked abruptly.

Blackbeard hesitated again, and couldn’t help but secretly cursed cunning, and explained: “I was only interested in you because of Li Ming’s affairs before, but now I am really preparing to arrest you.”

Li Ming thought thoughtfully: “You mean, if I fell into their hands before, my end would be better than after the attack on the imperial base?”

Blackbeard was silent again. He knew that Qinglong was moving. No matter what the situation was, Qinglong’s condition could not be good.

Before the attack on the base, the Empire would not have killed Qinglong if they captured him.

After the base was attacked, even if the Empire captured Qinglong, they would not kill him.

After all, this is a star-casting mechanic, and his value is not low. Wouldn’t it be wrong to capture him and do hard work?

“Essentially, the empire still doesn’t take me too seriously.” Li Ming said leisurely, “Because of Li Ming’s matter, and Nicholas, they casually thought of catching me.”

Blackbeard was silent, but then he remembered that he was not here to comfort Qinglong, and his tone became much heavier,

“This is unwise. We are already preparing to attack Nicholas. In this case, Nicholas will be awarded the title of martyr.”

“Are you sure that Nicholas is dead?” Li Ming was surprised, and then thought about it, “The enemy Grand Duke died on the territory of Prince Costat, and he happened to be away when he died. This matter is more practical. Big.”

Blackbeard silently clenched his fists, it was difficult to deal with, Qinglong was really difficult to deal with.

But he is right, someone is already making urgent plans.

“No matter what, you have been regarded as their first target.” Blackbeard emphasized again.

“That’s really distressing.” Li Ming changed his tone and said, “I don’t know what the Pioneers can do for me.”

Why don’t you think about what you can do for the pioneers? Blackbeard almost cursed and gritted his teeth.

However, just as he was about to speak, his heart suddenly moved, and an incredible guess arose –

He won’t, so just wait for yourself?

This speculation made him fall into silence for a long time, his face uncertain.

Yes, the Pioneers did not intend to give up Qinglong because of Li Ming’s existence.

Only Li Ming can make their “isolation” plan succeed, even if it is only possible.

Likewise, erasing Qinglong from this attack will cost a price.

But because of some subsequent plans, the price they paid, after calculation, was actually not that much.

It is even said that it has the benefit of killing two birds with one stone.

“Your Excellency contacted me specifically just to scold me?” Li Ming frowned and muttered to himself that he might have made a mistake.

Blackbeard sneered inexplicably, feeling more and more that he was being plotted by Qinglong, and said in a deep voice:

“We can help you solve this trouble and make everyone live in a face-saving manner. At least the empire will not deal with you again.”

“There is such a method.” Li Ming said “surprised”.

“Same.” Blackbeard said indifferently, “You need to agree to our conditions, let Li Ming participate in the review, and do your best to gain the recognition of the Holy Elephant, and as the inheritor, explain that the death of the hammersmith is related to the empire. Inseparable relationship.”

“You are taking advantage of the situation.” Li Ming said in shock and anger.

Blackbeard’s heart was on fire, who was robbing whom?

“What a disaster. It obviously has nothing to do with me.” Li Ming gritted his teeth and said, but his voice changed immediately: “Forget it, it is a disaster that cannot be avoided, but your plan is too dangerous, and you still have to give me ten yuan.” “Ether Crystallization” of Weight.

The Pioneer had always wanted him to take risks, but Li Ming cheated the other party without any psychological burden.

“Impossible!” Blackbeard’s eyelids twitched suddenly, and he said angrily: “Don’t go too far!”

Ether crystal is an extremely precious special material that can only be synthesized by empire-level civilizations. It cannot be sold on the black hole network. Occasionally, there are one or two pieces like this, and the price basically starts at tens of billions of star coins.

Basically, it serves as an energy core, carrying high loads and providing energy for S-class weapons or mechanical creations.

“Five yuan.” Li Ming took a step back.

“Two pieces!” Blackbeard said coldly.

“Three yuan, otherwise I will hide it with Li Ming and no one will play.” Li Ming said the bottom line.

After a long time, Blackbeard’s suppressed angry voice came from the screen: “Okay!”

In order to prevent himself from scolding, Blackbeard quickly moved on to the next topic, “In half a month, it will be the review time they set.”

“Li Ming’s development potential is slightly low, but he was taught by you and his mechanical level should not be low. In addition, I will give you a piece of information, which is the life of the master hammersmith. A more detailed life will make Li Ming more Close to the hammersmith.”

Li Ming’s eyes flickered: “Well, I need to remind you that this is not 100% successful. What if it fails?”

Blackbeard said coldly: “We have already paid you in advance. If you fail to complete this task, there will definitely be another task. With your ability, you can’t fail to complete everything.”

The Pioneer was not so easy to fool, and Li Ming cooperated very well. “You are right. If you fail this time, there will be another time.”

He reminded again: “By the way, the things I want must be delivered within half a month.”

“Where to send?” Blackbeard asked.

“The Central World, I will take Li Ming there as soon as possible.” Li Ming was ambiguous.

Still saying it’s not you! ?

“- Got it!” Blackbeard said the last sentence and ended the communication. He rubbed his beard and cursed a few words.

He was almost certain that Qinglong attacked the Empire Base just because Li Ming was there and the Pioneer would definitely help him clean up his ass.

“” Li Ming was quite surprised after ending the communication, “It’s so easy to agree to help me eliminate some of the troubles, and I can also get a few pieces of ether crystals.”

“If a great duke disappears, there must be an explanation. Even if someone is found to take the blame, at least it must be an S-level life form to satisfy all parties.”

“It’s not easy to get along with them-” Li Ming sighed, “Fortunately, I’m not a good person either.

It’s a lie to say that he is not tempted by the legacy of the hammer forger. He also wanted to use the power of the pioneers to participate.

But the risk of cooperating with the pioneers to complete their plan is not low. Li Ming has no idea of ​​being slaughtered. If he wants to use him, let him use him first.

Nicholas’s ghost is still lingering, and the pioneers are hiding in the dark, so they naturally say something high-sounding, such as no rush, take your time.

Kill Nicola, let the pioneers clean up the mess, and then use their power to let yourself participate in the trial Core, and returned a few pieces of ether crystals, killing two birds with one stone.

As for risks – there is no such thing as only benefits without risks.

Stretching his body, Li Ming closed his eyes, feeling the extremely active cells in his body, almost making him groan.

He has consumed the S gene source extracted from Nicolael and Albert.

The evolution system has added two more S-level evolution source materials, and the development potential has increased by 64 times, and the overall blessing has reached 352 times.

During the time he stayed in the central world, he was not idle. The development progress has reached 25%, and after this surge, the development rate will be faster.

The efficiency of the pioneers is extremely high. Four days after the attack, a message quickly spread wildly on the interstellar network-

[The Holy Revolutionary Army claimed responsibility for the attack on the central world and the imperial base, and said–this was a revenge for the Persian Kanya massacre. 】