Abyss Solo
Chapter 354 - 168 Zhimuchu Examination

Chapter 354: 168 Zhimuchu Examination

He said, this Traveler program just sounded unreliable!

Teetering on the edge of death was the nature of many animals, and humans often played at a higher level.

Lyu was discussing the examination matters for the trip to the Luofeng Empire with the examiner. Yang Ming had already entrusted everything to Lyu, while he shamelessly squeezed next to the Patroller, incessantly asking about various details.

The Patroller patiently answered Yang Ming’s questions.

Faya’s game,

multiple lower civilizations competing in virtual worlds,

the trial and elimination system.

The Pioneers were randomly selected to become the communication channel for the lower civilizations to recognize the main civilization of the Milky Way, part of the redemption system.

He indeed had some responsibilities.

A few points needed attention,

First, the triggering time of the retake system was uncertain, which seemed to be related to the Pioneers.

Second, the time and space between the greenhouse of civilization and the main civilization were asynchronous, directly manipulated by the high-dimensional Faya Civilization.

When the retake system began, the lower civilizations would again experience the launch of the "Abyss" in the "normal development" time and space, and the only change for the lower civilizations would be the erasure of the existence of the Pioneers.

Simply put, Yang Ming’s parents and sister now didn’t remember that Yang Ming existed.

The third point, also the cruelest.

Elimination by ranking.

For a civilization at Earth Level 0.75, it’s too early for the trial.

And the next competitors for Earth were two or four sub-interstellar civilizations with civilization levels close to "1" or exceeding "1."

Additionally, a Level 1 civilization was characterized by complete control of all available resources of their home planet, including weather, rivers, land, and other biological groups.

During the years Yang Ming played "Abyss," Earth’s technological level seemed to have made great leaps under unknown forces, but it was still far, far from this standard.

What did "apocalyptic start" mean?

This was called an apocalyptic start, waiting for death at any moment.

Yang Ming felt that even if he became big and powerful in the Milky Way, he would have nothing in the "Abyss"... eh, no, the world of "Abyss" was built "instantaneously" based on real-time data from the Milky Way.

If he was doing well in the Milky Way, then it meant he was doing well in the "Abyss"?

Uh, in this way, did he become an NPC in the "Abyss"?

Was the self in the game "Abyss" still himself?

"Teacher," Yang Ming respectfully asked, "Can someone like me, a Pioneer, return to my home planet at the start of the second trial?"

The Patroller was also uncertain,

"I haven’t observed this carefully, but logically, a Pioneer is the eyes of a lower civilization to understand the real Milky Way. The Pioneer must be able to communicate with the lower civilizations.

Actually, there’s another detail you need to be aware of if you want to help your home planet out of its predicament."

"What?"

"Faya’s game not only targeted lower civilizations, but also parts of the main civilizations of the Milky Way."

The Patroller seemed to be hinting at something,

"The main civilizations of the Milky Way, currently the most powerful forces, will hold the role of judge.

Usually, there will be a batch of officials, politicians, artists, and other figures from all walks of life who form the Observation Court and Judgement Court. They will join the fictional Milky Way and observe several lower civilizations.

"This is more conducive for lower civilizations to integrate into the corresponding forces."

Integrate into forces?

More precisely, should it be the Four Great Rogues dividing up the spoils in advance?

"Is there such a thing," Yang Ming puzzled, "then why does no one in the Milky Way talk about Faya’s game?"

The Patroller smiled, "Destroying a planet or two each time is not exactly a glorious thing. The Faya Civilization wouldn’t allow the Judicial Council to return to real life with memories."

Yang Ming nodded in understanding.

He had to admit, this high-dimensional civilization that habitually engaged in fishing enforcement indeed played the game slyly.

After understanding the truth, Yang Ming felt a sense of assurance in his heart.

Thanks to the existence of Lyu, his ’daughter,’ the Patroller took some care for Yang Ming and was quite forthcoming, leaving nothing unsaid.

They didn’t stay too long at Intelligent Mechanic Dusk. Yang Ming entered the ’Hall of Wisdom’ again for a trial, solved the math problem he encountered last time using an outside solution, and progressed several levels smoothly, before being blocked by another foundational theory question.

Before leaving, Yang Ming asked about the relationship between the Faya Civilization and the civilization behind Intelligent Mechanic Dusk.

The Patroller’s answer to Yang Ming was also somewhat thought-provoking,

"They are aware of the existence of this relic and don’t mind its presence. We also can’t offer any help to them. Our host civilization follows a path that’s completely different from theirs."

Before leaving, Yang Ming bowed to the Patroller to express his gratitude to this ’old Thought Body.’

When Yang Ming was sent out of Intelligent Mechanic Dusk, Lyu immediately returned to the Feinan’s main brain, and a black square box appeared in front of Yang Ming’s pilot seat.

The examiner’s voice drifted out from the box,

"Don’t mind my presence. No living being or detection device, other than the examiner, can discover me.

"When you are sure you can start the examination, let Lyu summon me... of course, I wouldn’t mind if you take me out for a stroll, it’s been tens of thousands of years since I last went out."

Yang Ming smiled and began the self-check of Feinan.

He needed some time to think about his next path.

The process of events was already quite clear.

Even if the Pioneers couldn’t play much of a role in the competition among several lower civilizations, he had to do his utmost to the limit of his abilities.

He couldn’t just be picked randomly in vain.

"Boss, if it’s not urgent to complete the examination," Lyu’s projection appeared beside him, "why don’t we handle some urgent matters."

Urgent matters?

Other than the suspected appearance of a third Pioneer on the Guel Alliance side, what other urgent matters could there be?

But Yang Ming immediately understood Lyu’s intention.

If the examination process could be extended as much as possible, wouldn’t that give his faction more time to develop?

Yang Ming had indeed made some sacrifices by rushing to Intelligent Mechanic Dusk to find the answers.

"Examiner, is there any place you want to visit? I can take you for a few laps," Yang Ming smiled, "The examination for Level 1 and Level 2 civilizations doesn’t significantly affect current main civilizations of the Milky Way."

"Oh? You seem quite confident," the examiner reminded, "Yes, the current civilization foundation is pretty good, but isn’t the hardest part establishing influence with a faction?"

Yang Ming shrugged, "I’ve already controlled a country with eleven Administrative Stars."

"Wow," the examiner laughed, "You have remarkable leadership skills."

"No," Yang Ming blinked, "I am highly skilled in combat, and I have Lyu helping me."

The examiner clicked their tongue lightly, "Although we’ve learned from past lessons, restricted Lyu’s abilities, and given her more potential and plasticity to make her more like a normal human, the development of civilizations in different regions varies. With Lyu’s help, controlling several small civilizations indeed isn’t very difficult. We arranged it this way to ensure you could smoothly pass the examination."

Yang Ming and Lyu exchanged a glance.

Learned from lessons?

What lesson had they learned?

Yang Ming said, "Then I’ll get into working mode."

"Of course, as you wish," the examiner said with a hint of excitement, "I haven’t had a chance to enjoy the brilliance of the Hydrogen Ion Nebula in a long time, I would love to witness the friction and collision of stellar winds and planetary magnetic fields again."

Yang Ming laughed, "I will take you to browse everywhere to express my respect for Intelligent Mechanic Dusk."

The examiner chuckled a few times and fell silent.

"Lyu, brief report."

...

"We spent a total of thirteen Galaxy Time in Intelligent Mechanic Dusk.

"Everything is stable on the Luofeng front, with all plans advancing orderly.

"On the Sherman front, the Mensa Earl Estate welcomed an Elder Court task force. The career prospects of the Mensa Earl family members were affected to various degrees, and the popularity of the White Ghost continued.

"In the New Federation, a new round of battle had commenced. The New Federation seemed determined to face off against the Sherman Empire’s fleet head-on to reverse the current passive situation.

"It’s estimated the New Federation will simultaneously propagate that war is unjust, and both sides in the war are victims.

"The third Pioneer is actively contacting the second Pioneer. We need to enter Minter City to possibly identify who the second Pioneer is, but the third Pioneer has thoroughly confirmed her identity."

A projection screen appeared in front of Yang Ming.

He released the square helm and slid his fingers a few times, enlarging the image of the young woman.

Her physique was ordinary, her appearance was average, and her skin condition wasn’t very good. At first glance, she seemed to be under a lot of mental stress.

Her name was Vicki, working in a marginal government department in a remote province of the Guel Alliance, responsible for distributing and tallying some supplies.

What was the development level of the lower civilization represented by this Pioneer?

This was the first question that popped up in Yang Ming’s mind.

He quickly smiled wryly.

Regardless of what Pioneers could achieve, the lower civilizations about to retake the exam were already in a competitive relationship.

"Pioneers are all my competitors."

Yang Ming’s expression gradually turned somewhat cold.

"Lyu, does the second Pioneer intend to approach the third?"

"Not yet," Lyu replied softly, "but the second Pioneer is constantly communicating with the third. When they encounter informational discrepancies, the second Pioneer should realize they are not from the same lower civilization."

Yang Ming leaned back in his chair, humming a military song popular in the Wind, and the anxiety he previously felt had eased significantly.

Compared to the second and third, he was doing relatively well among the Pioneers.

At least now he had learned the full scope of Faya’s game.

Subordinate Ancient God Life Form, Intelligent Mechanic Dusk exam candidate, Luofeng Empire, Dark Star Plan, White Ghost, Molly Miss... etc.

Of course, the trouble he caused was more troublesome than other Pioneers, for instance, the Valkyrie Po Suo.

"Boss, are you not panicked now?"

"Panicking is useless," Yang Ming spread his hands, "I can’t find my home planet now, can’t forcibly upgrade their civilization level, and, Lyu, I suddenly figured out a problem just now."

"What?"

"The ’Abyss’ has another function, it’s equivalent to a tutorial at a nanny level for civilization advancement," Yang Ming said, "the original science and technology of lower civilizations have little effect in the examination."

"Indeed that’s the case."

"Then for me to worry about my home planet, isn’t it unnecessary worry?"

Yang Ming pursed his lips,

"What I should be doing now is developing influence and enhancing impact, maybe even securing a high official position in the countries of the Four Great Rogues.

"To pass this examination, the internal unity of lower civilizations is crucial."

Lyu reminded, "But if the information revealed by the second Pioneer is true, they have already identified this examination as a life-and-death assessment for their civilization, and global cooperation offers significant advantages."

Yang Ming was well aware of this.

But thinking about the chaotic environment of his home planet...

—The civilization development level is intricately linked with the political ecology of a civilization.

What else could Yang Ming do?

He could only take things one step at a time and try using some outside tricks to help that blue planet.

If Earth humans lost completely, and Mother Earth suffered too, it would be quite impolite.

Yang Ming said solemnly, "Eighty billion against thirty-two billion, I have the advantage!"

"Huh?" Lyu was a bit puzzled.

"A joke, nothing much, let’s head to the Guel Alliance first."

Yang Ming squinted and smiled,

"Since we have a bit of an advantage now, let’s use it. In the competition between Pioneers, I don’t want to lose to them."

"Yes, boss! In a one-on-one fight, they definitely can’t beat you!"

The examiner in the black box tilted their head and looked at Lyu.

Such a complex thought process.

Even though she thought her host was "a bit stupid," she also maintained some admiration, respect, and trust.

The host’s own way of thinking indeed could influence the bound Mechanical Thought Body in all aspects.

Pretty nice.

The examiner marked two green checkmarks on the dense tables in front of them.