This is really not mechanical ascension
Chapter 603 - 316: Root Development Potential Enhancement Development Plan_2

Chapter 603: Chapter 316: Root Development Potential Enhancement Development Plan_2

"Ascension Source Crystals enhance Root Development Potential by consuming sublimation particles..." Li Ming was surprised when he learned about this.

The uses of sublimation particles are indeed numerous.

How much Root Development Potential can be raised depends on the amount of sublimation particles in one’s body.

Sublimation particles can balance the conflict between superpower awakening and genetic evolution paths. Li Ming no longer entertained the idea of awakening another superpower as the abilities brought by Controlled Objects are far stronger than any superpower.

He only needed to upgrade his Life Level; more importantly, superpower awakening is extremely random. If he could awaken an invincible superpower related to space or time,

he wouldn’t mind giving it a try, but with everything being completely random, he really wasn’t interested.

Li Ming’s internal concentration of sublimation particles was only 50%. When he learned about this, he initially wanted to find a way to increase that concentration.

However, Hubert informed him that ordinary citizens and Life Forms could only enhance their concentration up to 70% through external means, and only a few special bloodlines could achieve higher levels.

Among them were the three main pillars.

"Where do Ascenders exactly come from, not being indigenous to the Northern Crown Star Ring’s original civilizations..." Li Ming shook his head, realizing it wasn’t worth expending more effort to go beyond an additional 20% improvement.

As he pondered, his fingertips split open, leaking a few drops of blood onto the Ascension Source Crystal.

In an instant, the crystal emitted a blue energy, swiftly enveloping Li Ming, forming a blue cocoon that flickered with fluorescence and was accompanied by the surging sound of a heartbeat.

Li Ming felt a piercing pain throughout his body as his heart rate suddenly sped up, his blood flowing like a tumultuous river, with the roaring sound even audible in his ears, causing his skin to feel hot.

Soon, the piercing pain turned into excruciating agony, as if it was emanating from deep within his soul, affecting skin, muscles, bones, blood vessels, and organs—pain everywhere.

This process lasted for more than half an hour before the blue cocoon suddenly cracked open, and a burst of white vapor rushed out.

Li Ming gasped for air, his eyes bloodshot, yet he felt an indescribable sense of lightness throughout his body.

He immediately switched to his Evolution Buff, and, indeed, his development speed skyrocketed to the familiar rate.

Then, he checked his current Development Potential.

"Already Level Ten?" Li Ming murmured as he retracted his finger, his Root Development Potential having increased by five levels.

This potential could allow him to become a B-level Life Form by the end of his life expectancy.

"50% increase for a rise of five levels, not bad," Li Ming nodded satisfactorily.

According to Hubert, the enhancement from Ascension Source Crystals was not without limits. Level Fifteen was his ceiling, which also meant a certain chance of becoming an A-level Life Form.

In fact, it was theoretically possible to become an A-level Life Form beyond Level Thirteen, but due to external growth environments, it was only a theoretical possibility.

"Which means, with this thing and combined with a Sublimator, one could mass-produce B-level Life Forms..." Li Ming marveled to himself, astonished.

This level was already part of the core forces for many Advanced Civilizations, including the Star Abyss Empire.

"No, the reason I can have sublimation particles is because of the Control System, but how can others transplant sublimation particles later in life, Asimara has been researching for so long without understanding it thoroughly..." Li Ming suddenly thought of another problem.

After pondering for a while, he did not dwell on it any further as it wasn’t relevant to him.

Temporarily putting away the Ascension Source Crystal, he glanced at the time and headed out to the conference room.

In the conference room, Ullrich and others were already there, seeming to have been waiting for a while. As he entered and everyone was about to stand up, he gestured for them to remain seated.

Without any formality, he took the main seat, with Monroe to his left and Theo to his right.

Getting straight to the point, "Gentleman, we are heading to the Chaotic Star Gap next, to temporarily take root there, and we will establish our own force—the Mechanical Court."

The others raised their eyebrows. It’s common for strong individuals to have their own forces, not for showing off, but for saving time.

One shouldn’t have to go searching for resources whenever there is a shortage.

What surprised them was that Azure Dragon seemed to be preparing to establish his force just now. Didn’t he have one already?

While they were curious, the origins of Azure Dragon remained a mystery to this day, so they refrained from inquiring. Ullrich even actively spoke up:

"The Chaotic Star Gap is a good place. The Star Abyss Empire will certainly not give up chasing us, and their influence there would be limited."

"The fleet under Theo’s command, along with Connet’s Torch Group, can provide initial support."

"I have no problem," Theo nodded, while Connet hesitated, "I need some time."

"First, let’s use Theo’s fleet. The Torch Organization should hold off for now," Li Ming said. Theo’s fleet honored Theo above all and was a mercenary fleet.

They didn’t have any specific targets; as long as they made money, that was enough.

The Torch Organization was different; their purpose was to overthrow the Yitelan Civilization, and they could only play their biggest role within the Silver Star Cluster.

Pulling out those core members of Connet would instead lead to the loss of control over the organization, which was unnecessary.

"The Chaotic Star Gap is indeed a good place, but equally dangerous. If we rush in, we need to be prepared for a tough fight," Monroe said thoughtfully:

"Casting Star Mechanics are welcomed as guests everywhere, but it will be difficult to forcibly take a piece from their mouths, let alone eat their cake."

"You might not even be able to buy a planet, needing to purchase with another identity."

"The matter of the planet’s station is already settled," Li Ming spoke.

"Oh?"

The crowd was surprised, but then their expressions eased.

Li Ming continued to elaborate, "My development plan is simple. Initially, buy metal materials, manufacture a production line of mechanical bodies, primarily using Mechanical Soldiers as the main combat force."

"Mechanical Soldiers?" Ullrich was surprised, pondering, "Have you considered the possibility of virtual data attacks?"

"I’ve considered it, and my Mechanical Soldiers won’t have that problem," Li Ming replied, and Ullrich nodded, not speaking further.

There were many benefits to using Mechanical Soldiers: no need to pay wages, absolute obedience to orders, and ready to be sacrificed.

The only issue was that they might turn into the shape of the enemy.

But having personally experienced the methods of Azure Dragon, as long as he said there would be no problem, there would be no problem.

"After the Mechanical Soldiers are formed on a moderate scale, a portion will accept various employments in the form of mercenaries to earn funds, creating a virtuous cycle, while another portion will manufacture various weapons and also sell them externally."

Everyone present had managed forces before, even Sandro had gathered a fair amount of riffraff under his command, and upon hearing this, they frowned slightly.

The thoughts of Azure Dragon were good, but they were only on paper,

Ullrich hesitated to say, "If everything goes according to plan, there certainly won’t be any problem, but the issue is... the channels."

Just as important as production is how to sell it.

So many mercenaries, why hire yours?

So many weapons, why buy yours?

"There won’t be problems with the channels; as long as we make them, someone will buy," Li Ming said calmly. He had already come to an agreement with Blackbeard and believed that their channels would be enough to get him through the early and middle stages.

"Also, I will take on the crafting of Casting Star level weapons externally. Each customer will be my channel."

The group exchanged looks, and Ullrich sighed, "I’ve never felt that building a force from nothing could be this simple."

Sandro looked at him, genuinely puzzled as to how Ullrich came up with such a subtle form of flattery.

Li Ming shook his head, very calmly, "Of course, it’s not that simple. As Mr. Monroe said, tearing a piece of flesh from someone else’s mouth will inevitably come with a price."

"We share glory and disgrace," Ullrich said solemnly.

Eager to follow up, Sandro quickly added, "Through thick and thin!"

Of course, this was only a general plan; many details still needed to be refined.

Li Ming looked around, "Additionally, due to some matters, I need to leave temporarily when we reach the Tamberlis Star Gate Hub. My student, Li Ming, will accompany you all and continue moving forward."

"After the matter is concluded, I will head directly to the Chaotic Star Gap."

"Li Ming?"

The crowd was surprised, but they didn’t have any other thoughts. Only Ullrich thought a bit more; the idea of Azure Dragon running away flashed by but was immediately dismissed.

Who leaves and throws in a student with Level Forty-Six Development Potential?

That’s a huge treasure.