This is really not mechanical ascension
Chapter 596 - 313: Turns out it was a misunderstanding, getting involved

Chapter 596: Chapter 313: Turns out it was a misunderstanding, getting involved

Dividing the Star Abyss Empire?

To be honest, even Li Ming was shaken by the gravity of these few words.

Even as an experienced actor, he couldn’t help but pause slightly, with a small surge of emotions in his heart.

But at the same time, he also became alert. Although these words sounded like a bluff, throwing out such a bombshell from the get-go must be backed by some confidence.

He quickly composed himself, and instead of continuing the conversation on this topic, he casually unbuttoned his shirt.

He took a seat nonchalantly, and pointing to another chair, he said: "Please take a seat, may I know how to address you?"

Blackbeard was slightly surprised but did not comment further. He walked to the chair, sat down, and fondled his chin, pulling on his beard strand by strand, "You can call me, Blackbeard."

The words "Dividing the Star Abyss Empire" were said with a compelling force, but were easily diffused by Azure Dragon.

Clearly, this Casting Star Mechanical Master did not like the feeling of being suppressed.

Seeing the other’s action, Li Ming was slightly stunned, as if struck by lightning in his mind, suddenly remembering the guide Old Wu had once mentioned.

"Not very tall, slightly stooped, a face full of stubble, always fond of stroking his beard..."

The power broker behind the scenes?

Realizing this, Li Ming became even more vigilant, knowing that the strength of the person pulling the strings behind the scenes must not be underestimated.

He even had the impulse to don his Tank Guard suit immediately, but since he was not clear about the other party’s intentions, doing so would be equivalent to showing weakness.

Meanwhile, the words "Dividing the Star Abyss Empire" shone brightly in his mind, indicating the ultimate goal of this person or these people.

In that instant, he thought of many things. As an old empire, the Star Abyss Empire was definitely the interstellar overlord.

Its strength, heritage, and influence were unmatched.

Dividing such an empire was not a simple matter; the current instigation was probably just a small part of the overall grand plan.

Even so, the effort had spanned several decades, if not longer.

Li Ming was not tempted by this ethereal grand prize. What surprised him was that the other party had actually come to invite him to join the grand plan.

He himself was surprised, how could he not be considered someone who had disrupted their plan, emptying out the Core Relics.

It was unexpected enough that they were not angry, but to extend an olive branch on top of that? Was recruitment for such a grand plan really so casual?

As various thoughts raced through his mind and he confirmed the other’s identity, the amount of information derived was enormous. Li Ming had to sort it out, but his face remained unchanged as he calmly said:

"I thought that this time, I would not have the opportunity to meet you."

"Haha..." Blackbeard laughed heartily, in his mind, Azure Dragon had completely seen through their plan, so he spoke very casually:

"For you to have acted to this extent, if I still didn’t show up, it would be too arrogant, and arrogance is not a virtue."

What do they think I’ve done?

Li Ming remained expressionless, and with a wry smile, he said: "It’s not presentable, nowhere near you."

"You’re being modest."

Blackbeard shook his head. After a brief exchange of pleasantries, he got straight to the point: "You’ve already demonstrated your strength and methods, and have given your pledge. The addition of a Casting Star Mechanical Master is welcomed by us,"

Li Ming’s gaze flickered. He could understand showing his strength and methods, but when had he ever given a pledge...

Um... could it be Gabriel?

Li Ming’s heart skipped a beat. This person directly assumed it was I who killed Gabriel, and thought that killing Gabriel was to present a pledge?

His thoughts raced like lightning as he deduced, indicating that the other party believed he had always known of their existence and had been plotting to join, which is why he would present a pledge.

Otherwise, this idea makes no sense.

Why would they think that way?

Li Ming was a bit perplexed himself; he indeed knew early on that someone was stirring up trouble behind the scenes and had discovered many clues.

But that was all, at most taking a little advantage of the situation. That shouldn’t lead to such a misconception, should it?

No, it seems I’ve taken a wrong turn in my thoughts.

Li Ming’s eyes narrowed in contemplation. Everything he did was according to his own plan, adapting as necessary.

He hid his capabilities at first when his strength was insufficient, sought ways to increase his power, and traveled through the Land of Stars, the Torch Organization, finally arriving here.

As the executor himself, he did not feel anything out of the ordinary, but to others, it was not the same narrative.

Nobody believed his Mecha was built overnight, nor did anyone think he achieved the status of Casting Star Mechanical Master in a short period; both required a long accumulation of time.

That means, the methods and strength he has now revealed put him on par with the Azure Dragon from the very beginning.

Ever since he emerged in the Land of Stars, he was already a formidable Casting Star Mechanical Master, just concealed.

This leads to another question: with such strength, why was he so low-key at the beginning?

There must be other motives, a grander plan!

Coupled with some coincidences, this is why this person in front of him would think, he wanted to join them.

Li Ming felt that his speculations were probably not far off and realized that his actions had probably baffled many people.

Blackbeard could concoct a plausible motive, but others who were unaware of the inside story would be baffled regardless of how hard they thought.