This is really not mechanical ascension
Chapter 595 - 312: Lord Azure Dragon, Are You Interested in Dividing the Star Abyss Empire?_2

Chapter 595: Chapter 312: Lord Azure Dragon, Are You Interested in Dividing the Star Abyss Empire?_2

Upon hearing this, Albert couldn’t help but nod, realizing that indeed, Ascension Source Crystals weren’t of much use to an individual, usable only once.

More impactful is their long-term effect on an entire species.

"As for the motives of Lord Azure Dragon..." he mused before continuing to listen to Asimara speak, "As for the death of Gabriel, to us, whether it was by the hand of Lord Azure Dragon or Reina, it makes no difference."

"I still suspect that the two of them are acting. The timing of the Star Stream Dark Tide was just too perfect."

"Ultimately, whether it’s Lord Azure Dragon or Reina, only Reina could have been the one."

After Asimara finished speaking, Albert nodded helplessly: "Yes, indeed."

He understood that both held high suspicions and seemed to be cooperating; the Duke would certainly choose the person who would benefit him the most as the murderer.

What benefit could be gained from choosing Lord Azure Dragon? Issue a warrant and search all across the universe?

"The Duke will be furious when he learns of this matter. No one knows how much turmoil this Azure Dragon, appearing out of nowhere, will cause." As he rose again, he gave a bitter smile: "The on-site intelligence should have been sorted out by now; it’s time I reported back to the Duke."

"It is my dereliction of duty," Asimara said with his head lowered.

Albert shook his head, seeing Asimara’s worry and reassured, "Don’t worry, neither Reina nor Lord Azure Dragon, with their power and methods, are something you could have dealt with. It’s not your fault."

Asimara still kept his head down, while Albert had already left.

In the silent conference room, the expressions of the four individuals varied, none looking at each other, all slowly exhaling a breath.

...

In the dilapidated small spaceship, everyone gathered together. Li Ming still hadn’t removed his Mecha, making the narrow cabin space seem crowded.

Outside the porthole, the backdrop of interstellar space seemed motionless, and the movement of the spaceship was almost imperceptible under the propulsion of flight.

Swallowing hard, Sandro, still shaken, although had thrown his weight around in the Land of Stars, had never encountered a battlefield of that level.

His heart pounded with fear, yet there was also excitement, particularly when they were almost not let go at the very end, he almost howled.

And all of this originated from Lord Azure Dragon.

"Thank you all for your assistance," Li Ming spoke first, mentally calculating that each one of these fellows was of no small consequence, even Sandro could serve as cannon fodder.

"From now on, we will share our glories and disgraces."

Looking at the few individuals, he was just about to build the Mechanical Court and was in dire need of manpower at the beginning; he couldn’t possibly do everything himself.

Since these fellows dared to ante up, he might as well put them to use.

As his voice fell, the looks in everyone’s eyes differed, but they all breathed a sigh of relief.

Theo had a complex expression. Earlier when he took action, he had weighed his options; if as Ulrich said, winning the bet, what Lord Azure Dragon could offer him might even surpass Duke Guya.

The person with the most internal turmoil was Connet. At this moment, he even felt like he was in a dream.

In this time, his relationship with Lord Azure Dragon had changed drastically, but that’s how the interstellar world is, aside from certain hatreds, there are no eternal enemies.

"I wonder, Lord Monroe?" The only one Li Ming asked about was Monroe, as this individual was the strongest.

Helping him doesn’t necessarily mean becoming a subordinate.

"I haven’t fully recovered yet," Monroe said with a smile, and Li Ming nodded, everything unsaid was understood.

As the somewhat silent atmosphere finally livened up, looking out at the increasingly vacant starfield, ripples emerged in Li Ming’s heart.

Eventually, the warship slightly trembled, and everyone’s heart skipped a beat, unaware when Dark Night had already appeared in a corner of the cabin.

The chatter gradually subsided as everyone looked towards this legendary assassin, who was staring at the opulent Mecha with a curious gaze.

"Are we safe?" Li Ming asked.

"Yeah, neither Reina nor Albert is pursuing us," Dark Night nodded, then couldn’t help adding, "You said it would take two or three months to repair, you were lying to me, weren’t you?"

He still couldn’t quite believe it; the repair seemed too simple, yet he had not felt anything off during the battle.

The Mecha on Li Ming’s body silently disappeared, revealing his face slightly pale from exhaustion, wearing that thing really drained one’s energy.

"I’m not lying to you, there was an accident, and I had to pay some extra cost." Li Ming looked helpless and pained: "That laser, it consumed..."

He stopped midway, only to keep sighing deeply.

Dark Night watched, unable to help but feel amused, and his dissatisfaction dissipated.

He had originally thought that Azure Dragon told him that repairs would take so long because he wanted to keep him around, forcing him to assist.

He naturally felt discontented, but after hearing what Azure Dragon said, he pondered it and indeed concluded that it was not as simple as it seemed.

He had no idea how much more it would cost.

"However, your skills are truly remarkable." Dark Night casually sat down, his hand caressing the Star Slaying Gun with a tenderness like that for a lover.

He exclaimed, "It’s just perfect, I can’t find any trace of repair."

Li Ming’s expression turned odd, poor Dark Night didn’t know that his gun had taken on my form.

Dispelling the strange thoughts in his mind, he smiled and said, "I’m glad Your Excellency is satisfied."

"Once the news of this spreads, I’ll use a few favors, and there will absolutely be no issue with getting that A-level Genetic Seed for you." Dark Night also graciously assured, believing that no one would refuse to help a Casting Star Mechanic.

Li Ming nodded, his mind calculating some matters.

After this incident, the Star Abyss Empire would definitely keep an eye on him, and he could no longer hang around nearby, having to head for the Chaotic Star Gap instead.

But being unfamiliar with that place, and having made such a big scene this time, aside from his mecha, he still hadn’t reached the strength level the outside world had estimated for him.

"Um... I was just about to talk to you about this. I have a temporary problem to handle and might not be able to go to the Chaotic Star Gap for the time being," said Li Ming, with Dark Night surprised, "Can’t go?"

"However, I will send someone I trust to go with you."

"Someone you trust?" Dark Night raised an eyebrow, only to hear Azure Dragon say, "Li Ming."

"Him, huh? I don’t mind. If you trust him, then it’s all good. I will give him the A-level Genetic Seed when the time comes, and we’ll consider our deal complete." Mentioning this name, Dark Night clicked his tongue a few times, "Is he really at Level Forty-Six in Development Potential?"

While lurking in the shadows just before, he had overheard parts of a conversation and had learned this piece of information, secretly astounded.

"How... how much?" Those who had been quietly listening to their conversation were confused.

Ulrich’s throat moved, his tone strained, "Level Forty-Six?"

Was this Development Potential for real?

"Indeed a bit high." Li Ming said indifferently as the others were left speechless; this was more than just a bit high.

Envy kills, thinking of Li Ming’s astonishing personal Development Potential and how powerful his teacher was, their prospects seemed limitless.

As Dark Night ruminated, they approached the Coyle, their location already not too far from the battlefield.

The old spaceship was docked on the deck, and members of the Torch Organization who had stayed behind were already waiting there, reporting as they came aboard, "Lord Azure Dragon, there is someone looking for you."

"Someone... looking for me?" Li Ming was slightly startled, "On the ship?"

"Yes, in the reception room."

"When did they arrive?" Li Ming asked, frowning.

The other party quickly replied, "About five minutes ago, they appeared abruptly on the deck."

"And, for some reason, the surveillance cameras seem to be ineffective against them."

"Oh?" The crowd’s expressions turned curious, with no concern, only intrigue; after all, with two great powers present, who could stir up any trouble?

"I’ll take a look." Li Ming thought it over and quickly followed the man to the reception room. As for everyone else, they dispersed.

Passing through the corridor and stopping in front of the reception room, he gestured for the Torch members to leave before opening the door.

As soon as he stepped inside, he saw a figure standing with his back to him, hands behind his back, slightly hunched as if noticing the movement, he turned around.

What caught Li Ming’s attention the most was the large beard on the cheek, and with a slight smile, he said, "Lord Azure Dragon, are you interested in dividing the spoils of the Star Abyss Empire?"