This is really not mechanical ascension
Chapter 130 - 92: Mysterious Waves and Clouds 150000 Metal Energy! (Two in One) (Got Reviewed Again, Sorry)

He ultimately decided to use it on the Genetic Radiation Device, as the hierarchy of life is the foundation, and deadly weapons were not much in shortage.

In the white brilliance, the half-human-high genetic radiation device began to restructure. Various mechanical structures on the surface flipped and recombined continuously, and the whole device condensed further.

Eventually, it transformed into a fist-sized diamond crystal, emitting a faint light.

[Genetic Meditation Device—Grade D: Upgraded multiple times from a basic genetic testing device, further enhanced with Mother Ore from Kross.]

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Control Effect: Increase in development speed—100%

Control Ability—Genetic Meditation: The body enters a state of meditation for self-development, with an additional 200% increase in development speed.]

[Genetic Meditation], after Li Ming controlled it, he quickly noticed the difference. His body heated up rapidly everywhere, and he could distinctly feel the cells becoming more active.

It was much more effective than the original Genetic Radiation Device; this ability required no effort, gradually accumulating progress, even while sleeping.

This was just basic enhancement; he didn’t know what transformation would occur with another upgrade.

Li Ming was slightly expectant but heaved a sigh because his metal energy was now only at a thousand points. By recycling several unused Controlled Objects like [Heavy Machine Gun], he barely reached three thousand points.

The next day in the solitary training room, Li Ming, wearing only tight briefs, sweat flowed down his muscular body, forming puddles on the ground.

Drip—

The alarm sounded, and Li Ming’s once smooth and even breathing suddenly became rapid, even gasping for air.

His skin quickly reddened, then white steam rose as if the constrained energy burst forth from within.

Hisss—

Four nozzles emerged from the ceiling, and a luminescent blue gel sprayed evenly onto Li Ming, alleviating the pain in his joints.

This substance called "Blue Algae Gel" could relieve exhaustion and pain from exercise in the shortest time possible.

But when exposed to air, it would rapidly oxidize and form a shell-like structure.

That was the case for Li Ming now; enveloped as if in a blue statue, he slightly trembled, and the surface’s blue shell-like material fractured, scattering on the ground.

The nozzles sprayed clean water next, cleansing his body. The blue shell-like material on the ground also dissolved, slowly flowing into the drain.

"This is how life should be," Li Ming remarked as he left the room. His body was already dried by air, only his hair still a bit wet. He changed into his clothes and checked the time—it was already noon at twelve.

He opened the nearby cabinet, took out a tube of nourishment fluid, had a few flavored meals in the cafeteria, then headed off to school.

The special training class started at one in the afternoon. There wasn’t much they could teach people like them, so these theoretical courses would end after half a month.

These individuals were more like using the name of the University of Science and Technology, rather than actually studying there.

The thin metal door opened; those who were talking stopped and quickly shot strange looks at Li Ming.

Li Ming felt something was amiss; these stares held a lot of meanings, totally different from yesterday.

His confusion didn’t last long as Qi Xing quickly approached him: "I heard you were attacked last night?"

"You’re well-informed?" Li Ming exclaimed, realizing it was nothing serious.

"Of course," Qi Xing replied proudly, "I also heard that a Superpower User was among your attackers."

"You know that too? It wasn’t you who orchestrated this from behind the scenes, was it?" Li Ming was surprised; Qi Xing’s face darkened: "What are you implying?"

"Didn’t you know? Last night, Commander Luo Jiange of the Third Patrol Fleet was arrested overnight for murder, and over two-thirds of the Luo Family’s military officers were detained. They should be wrapping up today."

"Huh?" Li Ming was shocked, Commander of the Third Patrol Fleet? Was he the mastermind behind last night’s incident?

Old Wu was so fierce, acting immediately when needed.

"You really didn’t know? Professor Wu’s care for you is evident, keeping you out of such things," Qi Xing was surprised, "Everyone says Professor Wu is difficult, but it seems he’s actually pretty decent."

No wonder everyone else looked so strange; Old Wu’s efficiency was truly high—murder, it sounded more like a cover-up.

Only a thief can sustain for a thousand days, but there’s no guarding against a thief for a thousand days. Without using thunderous tactics to deter those secretly watching, who knows how much trouble there might be later on.

Qi Xing looked around, leaned in, and whispered, "I also heard that the Luo Family is just the pawn. You better be careful."

After speaking, Qi Xing retreated, and Li Ming remained noncommittal.

Soon, Professor Xia arrived, not to give a lecture, but smilingly called out to Li Ming, "Your genetic refining potion has arrived; come with me to pick it up."

"Finally," Li Ming trembled, showing some anticipation.

"Professor Wu made quite a noise last night, startling many," Professor Xia led the way, his expression unseen.

Li Ming remained silent.

"I thought after these years of silence, Professor Wu’s temper would have mellowed, but he seems as fierce as ever."

"You should advise him sometime, such a temper isn’t good," Professor Xia rambled on, Li Ming occasionally nodding and responding with a noncommittal "Hmm."

They reached a room with several figures present, broadly similar to humans but with slightly purple skin and pointed ears.

These were the Yitelan people.

"Lord Satoris," Professor Xia nodded slightly, and the Yitelan named Satoris lifted his head slightly, asking directly, "Is this him?"