This is really not mechanical ascension
Chapter 758 - 394: Feder, Who Died and Was Resurrected, Crisis of the Northern Crown Star Ring

Chapter 758: Chapter 394: Feder, Who Died and Was Resurrected, Crisis of the Northern Crown Star Ring

The Creator Divine Craftsman seemed quite helpless, "I knew from the start, this was surely a mutually damaging affair. The Mechanic Association’s growth and expansion have already caused discontent among many civilizations."

"This time the Empire seized the opportunity to directly establish its own association. With all the information we’ve left behind, it’s simply twice the result with half the effort."

"They’ve already called upon allies to join. Should the Federation and Star Cluster Republic Alliance follow suit, the threat of the Mechanic Association’s downfall is imminent."

Li Ming, beneath Azure Dragon’s exterior, was bewildered upon hearing this. So, it’s about this matter.

The Creator Divine Craftsman foresaw the impending crisis. Once the Empire withstands this wave, the Mechanic Association is bound to suffer a heavy blow.

This Craftsman continued, "Therefore, we’re planning to suspend the matter concerning the Forging Hammer Divine Craftsman and reclaim control of the Mechanic Association within the Empire’s borders. There might be some resistance then, so..."

Turns out he was brought to bolster their momentum. Li Ming pondered; it’s not impossible. After all, it’s merely issuing a statement, as long as there are benefits.

"This..." Azure Dragon seemed somewhat reluctant, "Actually, I don’t want to get involved in these matters."

"Lord Azure Dragon, the Mechanician Association rises and falls together; a collective honor, a collective loss." The Creator Divine Craftsman spoke earnestly, feeling exasperated inside — helping to bolster their momentum and yet requiring benefits; has Azure Dragon become too money-minded?

Planning to freeload? Li Ming fell silent, thinking the Creator Divine Craftsman was indeed a bit stingy.

He had joined only over a year ago and hadn’t gained much from the Mechanic Association, while this fellow had operated for so many years, deeply entangled with the biggest losses and benefits.

He’s currently overseeing only one Mechanical Court, initially restricted in development; and suppressing the matter of the Forging Hammer Divine Craftsman might incur curses and sabotage from many mechanics.

Wanting him to share the burden, yet receiving no benefits, he’d also be scolded; his expression turned indifferent, "I’m timid and afraid of trouble, truly don’t wish to get involved in major affairs like this."

You’re timid and afraid of trouble? But when you were wholesale programming the tracks, you weren’t scared, were you?

The Creator Divine Craftsman remained silent, thankful the mechanical body’s features were controllable; otherwise, who knows what unsightly expression might be revealed.

The scale of this statement is not large; mainly, it requires legitimacy to end this confrontational state so he can target the Royal Mechanic Association.

The Creator Divine Craftsman estimated that only at the early stage might there be a chance to eliminate the possibility of the Royal Mechanic Association.

This visit wasn’t solely to rope in Azure Dragon but also to increase power and test the situation.

Thinking of this, he solemnly said again, "Lord Azure Dragon, you may not know, but nowadays the interstellar situation is ever-changing. The Empire is already forming a High-level Life Form Union; the interstellar isn’t a stage for solo acts."

Indeed, the interstellar is vast but also small. Once such a giant is born, it’s bound to squeeze the survival space of other forces.

At least, the mechanics-related industries will never be monopolized by the Mechanic Association again.

This news has already spread, Li Ming muttered, he certainly knew; not only knew, he was also among them.

Yet these two Divine Craftsmen seemed not to be among them.

"I am indifferent to disputes, believing no one would provoke me without reason." Azure Dragon shook his head, firmly, "Besides, I’ve only joined for a year, intervening in decisive affairs of the association would easily attract criticism."

The Creator Divine Craftsman frowned, didn’t expect Azure Dragon to be so unwilling, considering he’s a nominal Divine Craftsman in the Mechanic Association, and this platform alone can support him in doing many things.

Supporting a platform is all, he’s already secretly done many offensive things, so why would he stop for this one?

The Mechanical Soul Divine Craftsman, on the other hand, remained silent, just constantly staring at Azure Dragon.

"Since that’s the case, let it be." The Creator Divine Craftsman ceased to persuade further, as if he couldn’t proceed without Azure Dragon.

Later, with some apology, he said, "Visiting suddenly without prior notice, I apologize."

He seemed unwilling to strain relations; Azure Dragon responded casually, "No worries, you’re welcome anytime."

Both sides could sense each other’s perfunctory attitude, thus no need to prolong conversation.

Azure Dragon waved his hand, causing the surrounding space to warp.

However, at the last moment, the Creator Divine Craftsman’s eyes flickered as he abruptly took the cup of water from the table, smiling: "Why not take it as a memento of our meeting."

The Mechanical Soul Divine Craftsman’s face slightly changed; this was intentionally embarrassing Azure Dragon.

If the spatial parameters were disrupted, leading to a major collapse, losing two vessels wouldn’t matter, but Li Ming was still here.

Even if Azure Dragon managed to save Li Ming, he’d lose face.

Yet, the anticipated great collapse did not occur; Azure Dragon merely gazed at them calmly, as if his view infinitely receded.

In the next moment, the surroundings transformed into the Mechanical Court’s lounge.

The Creator Divine Craftsman’s vessel stood rooted in place, the glass cup still intact, its liquid swaying continuously while the surrounding space remained composed.

"It...didn’t happen?" The Mechanical Soul Divine Craftsman nearly couldn’t hide his astonishment, staring at the glass cup held by the Creator Divine Craftsman.

Only then did Li Ming raise his head, "Two Divine Craftsmen, Teacher has arranged accommodations for you, instructed me you may stay as long as you wish."

"No need, we shall depart now." The Creator Divine Craftsman came to his senses, gripping the glass cup, his tone steady, and walked away.

"Sigh..." The Mechanical Soul Divine Craftsman shook his head, somewhat regretful, "Inform your teacher, I’ll come alone when I have time."

Upon finishing, he followed after the Creator Divine Craftsman.

"How did you say?" The Mechanical Soul Divine Craftsman caught up, scenes flowing by, the two had already entered the distant sky, while cracks emerged on the glass cup within the Creator Divine Craftsman’s hand.