The Legendary Mechanic c1-1385

by Chocolion, 齐佩甲

  Glancing at his destroyed fleet, EsGod turned toward Manison, speaking through the spiritual network. “Manison, I didn’t expect you to also have come to deal with me.”

  Among the eleven, EsGod only respected four of them—Manison, Milizaus, Sun Hunter, and Han Xiao. All of them had fought with him at some point, with Manison being the person he most respected.

  “It was a transaction. Besides, I’ve warned you before about not stepping into the Primeval Star River.” Manison’s tone was calm.

  EsGod nodded before surveying the rest.

  While he was surrounded, he did not display any panic, instead calmly saying, “Even if you have the numbers, it won’t be so easy to defeat me.”

  He had two escape plans. One was to escape from the area that was locked by spacetime. Since that had already failed, he had to choose the second method, which was to use his own spatial Esper ability to penetrate the spacetime lock, drilling a gap to teleport away.

  For this plan to work, he needed to stall them for long enough.

  The assurance of EsGod in surviving mainly lay in his doppelgangers. Even if he was surrounded, he could still use them to fight against everyone. Coupled with his own regeneration and energy absorption abilities, he could survive for quite a period of time, so he was not worried.

  Everyone present however knew this and knew that every second was precious. Thus, they exchanged a glance and nodded.

  “Begin the operation.”

  “We’re relying on you, Black Star.”

  The next instant, everyone attacked at the same time!

  Faced with ten other Beyond Grade As, the doppelgangers died extremely quickly, but EsGod continued to produce more doppelgangers using his energy absorption, succeeding in holding off all the Beyond Grade As! While it was taxing on him, this was already shocking enough.

  Even the Beyond Grade As encircling him could not help but sigh at his battle strength.

  The evolved form of EsGod was really a freak!

  If it was not for Black Star’s suggestion for them to join hands and deal with him, who would still threaten this fellow in the future?

  Han Xiao weaved through the battlefield, shuttling through the heavy blockade of the doppelgangers to get closer to EsGod.

  Because EsGod had already fought with Han Xiao before, it did not suspect him and immediately rushed forward to challenge him.

  However, when the two of them made contact, EsGod felt a strange power surge out from Han Xiao’s body and into his own.

  The next instant, it was as though a tranquilizer had been injected into EsGod, and his abilities all went silent.

  “This is… Esper Silence‽”

  EsGod’s expression changed, and it finally turned into suspicion. He did not understand why Han Xiao had his ability.

  “It’s effective!” Seeing the notification on the interface, Han Xiao breathed a sigh of relief.

  During the pre-war conference, Han Xiao had discussed this strategy with the rest, and the moment they surrounded him would be the time he unleashed the Esper Silence Character Summon Card.

  Han Xiao had always hidden this move, just waiting for the opportunity.

  The moment Esper Silence came into effect, all the doppelgangers froze, and without the ability to maintain it, the doppelgangers exploded and dissipated into black mist.

  Because of their disparity, the duration of Esper Silence was at the lowest, but this instant was enough to disintegrate his doppelgangers!

  Everyone was long prepared and took the advantage when EsGod lost his abilities. The three mages threw the restraint magic they had prepared, the psychics interfered with his mental state, the pugilists used force to suppress him, and Han Xiao also gave EsGod an injection, implanting him with nano-level cytostatic fluid to reduce his vitality.

  This single instant was enough for EsGod to fall under heavy restrictions. With so many Beyond Grade As acting in concert, there was no way he could struggle free in a short while.

  When his strength recovered, he tried to free himself, but the control skills were like shackles, binding each of its limbs and nailing him in place.

  Under so many effects, the energy within his body stagnated, and he was unable to utilize it to activate his abilities any longer.

  EsGod stared at Han Xiao, his eyes displaying puzzlement.

  “How are you able to use my ability?”

  “You’ll have a lot of time to slowly think about that in the future.” Han Xiao did not hesitate, immediately taking out the Spacetime Amber and pointing it toward EsGod. After entering its second layer of Soul Connection, the production of amber balls had sped up.

  The Spacetime Amber was the key to this plan!

  The people present might have been able to restrict EsGod, but they could not keep gathering forever. EsGod had too many Esper abilities, and there was no guarantee that he could not run after being locked up.

  The only guaranteed way was the Spacetime Amber, which could restrict EsGod.

  They had already decided that Han Xiao would be the core behind the operation this time, and everyone’s responsibility was simply restricting EsGod.

  Without Esper Silence and the Spacetime Amber, EsGod would likely manage to escape. They were the key variables in this operation.

  EsGod was sensitive toward space and felt the space around him start to warp. A look of astonishment was seen in his eyes.

  “So, this is the effect of the Spacetime Amber from the legends. What a miraculous Universal Treasure.” EsGod paused for a while, reluctantly twisting his facial muscles. “I never thought that I would end up in your hands.”

  Han Xiao was deeply aware of the possibility of receiving a counterattack if one talked too much and did not answer, focused on creating the Spacetime Amber.

  Seeing that the situation was hopeless, EsGod stopped struggling, staring indifferently at Han Xiao.

  “Black Star, we will meet again.”

  “That will be left to when the three Universal Civilizations see fit to ask me to release you.”

  Han Xiao’s eyes flashed, and he suddenly cut the energy supply.

  EsGod’s entire body was sealed within the Spacetime Amber!

  Chapter 895 - Success, Return

  The moment the Spacetime Amber was formed, all energy was isolated, and everyone let go, surrounding it and gazing at EsGod, who was trapped within the amber curiously.

  “Is it done?” Sun Hunter tapped the casing of the amber ball, gazing at the motionless EsGod. His eyes carried some surprise.

  Before the operation, they had estimated that the success rate would not be low, but now that it had been completed, the Beyond Grade As found it unbelievable.

  EsGod was famed in the universe and had escaped the grasp of the three Universal Civilizations time and again. Now, it had truly been caught!

  Furthermore, the operation had gone quite smoothly.

  “Once trapped within the Spacetime Amber, time and space will be frozen. EsGod still retains his consciousness but can no longer move his body. We’ve succeeded,” Han Xiao summarized.

  “Humph, to think this day would come.” Milizaus shook his head.

  “With eleven of us, it would be an embarrassment if we failed.” Manison’s expression was calm, but he felt emotional at the loss of someone he knew.

  But just as this feeling surfaced, it was immediately suppressed down when his gaze shifted to the Spacetime Amber that Han Xiao was holding. Everyone also looked at the Universal Treasure.

  The capture of EsGod filled everyone with surprise, but this did not last long as they were all Beyond Grade As. What they were more interested in was the Spacetime Amber.

  Due to the rumors of the battle of Planet Lighthouse, the Spacetime Amber had entered the sights of the various Beyond Grade As, and they were interested in something that could easily imprison another Universal Treasure. Now that they saw it in person, feeling envious was only natural.

  Black Star had the means to re
strict a Beyond Grade A’s abilities, which posed a threat to most of them present. Everyone had to reconsider their evaluation of Black Star’s strength. His position was unique.

  Sensing their gazes, Han Xiao’s brows furrowed, and he put the Spacetime Amber away once again with a flip of his hand.

  “What a good thing.” Sun Hunter sighed. “Black Star, your luck is good to actually possess two Universal Treasures.”

  Han Xiao raised his brows in response. He was the happiest whenever someone praised his luck.

  =

  After all, something intangible had to be emphasized by others, just like how ordinary people liked to be called ‘handsome’ or ‘beautiful’…

  After pausing for a moment, he did not respond but rather changed topics. “Now that EsGod has been caught, the operation is complete. I’ll take EsGod back to the dynasty. Any objections?”

  Manison shook his head. He was interested in EsGod’s body, but it was a pity that he could not open the Spacetime Amber.

  The trio from the Arcane Church, including Sun Hunter, thought about it before finally agreeing to Han Xiao’s request as well. The Arcane Church wished to take EsGod captive, but the situation always trumped one’s desires. With seven Beyond Grade As from the dynasty present, there was no guarantee they could snatch it, and there was also no need to.

  “Since everyone is agreeable, then leave it to us.” Milizaus nodded. “Black Star, your contribution was the biggest in the operation this time. The dynasty will cooperate and announce your deeds.”

  “Alright.” Han Xiao smiled.

  EsGod and the Fallen Ark fleet were quite well known in the universe as notorious villains, frightening countless interstellar citizens. Now that this guy had been caught by the dynasty, it would definitely be big news. The dynasty would not let go of this opportunity to announce in public their ‘contribution to maintain peace in the universe’ by eliminating a scourge that threatened the citizens’ safety.

  As the promoter and biggest contributor to the operation, Han Xiao would naturally be the key figure of this propaganda. When the news was spread, his reputation would also rise, and it would most likely become one of his defining battle records. The influence of this event would not necessarily be lower than the battle of Planet Lighthouse.

  For someone such as EsGod, he might not be able to obtain any political assets, but he should definitely get Legendary Points.

  Of course, when compared with the hidden dangers of the World Tree Civilization, these were trivial things. It was more important to eliminate the hidden dangers. At least the citizens would not receive a sudden alert that a World Tree was invading when they were on the toilet one day. That would probably scare the sh*t out of them.

  Without the threat of EsGod, the spatial research of the three civilizations would also be lowered somewhat, and the Fallen Ark would also not continue launching attacks without a leader. Thus, the time when the World Tree Civilization would be linked with them would be delayed.

  Since he had captured EsGod at this stage, the storyline of EsGod would disappear, but compared to the disaster brought about by the early invasion of the World Tree, this consequence was worth it, and it would win him more time for a stable development.

  In the future, the three Universal Civilizations and the World Tree Civilization would definitely notice each other, and there would be a cosmic disaster. Han Xiao was accumulating strength for this, so to him, the later it happened, the better.

  That’s right, EsGod said that he would meet me again.

  Han Xiao’s eyes flashed. Just now, he was busy trying to seal EsGod and did not pay attention to his words. Now that he had relaxed, all sorts of hypotheses began to float up.

  EsGod also knew of the existence of the World Tree Civilization and was definitely certain that there would be a war between the two. His meaning was—would they let him out when they realized that they would require his strength?

  Han Xiao shook his head. It was unknown when that would happen, and by then, it was hard to say that EsGod’s consciousness would still be sane after the long period of captivity.

  This time, the Lotus Swordsman opened her mouth, coldly remarking, “There’s something I must remind you of. When I was interfering with EsGod’s soul, at that instant when he was sealed, I felt an extremely strong mental fluctuation.

  Han Xiao’s expression stiffened. “What sort of fluctuation?”

  “The mental state of EsGod exploded out at that time, and his resistance increased manifolds, as though he wished to use his mental energy to incite his body and remove his restrictions. However, he did not succeed, and the Spacetime Amber enveloped him shortly after, bouncing my psychic powers out.”

  “Ok, I got it.” Han Xiao was silent for a while before he nodded.

  It sounded like EsGod’s last gamble, but he had seemingly failed. It should be very normal.

  No one argued over the rights to hold EsGod, and they quickly reached a consensus.

  Everyone then turned back to look at the battlefield. The three Universal Civilization’s fleets were still clearing up the remnants of Fallen Ark, but no one intended to help.

  They only had EsGod in their eyes. Now that the main evil had been cleared, these small fries were not worth moving.

  Han Xiao remembered that the Contribution Points awarded by [Dynasty Battle Operation: Fallen Ark (Repeatable)] and thus split apart some of his mechanical army to hunt down the fleet.

  The moment EsGod was caught, the rest of the Fallen Ark members also gave up resisting. No one surrendered since they were wanted criminals but fled in all directions. There was almost no one left on scene.

  While waiting for the battle to end, Han Xiao opened the interface and viewed the large number of prompts that had popped up just now.

  [Dynasty Battle Operation: Fallen Ark (Repeatable)] would soon end, and the few missions regarding facing EsGod directly had been completed. Just the reward for the experience measured up to thirty billion and was enough to level up a few times even at his level of 280. Of course, the premise was destroying his doppelgangers. Be it in the early or late versions, the number of players who could achieve that were few, but to him, it was not much effort.

  The Contribution Points of the dynasty also surged up, crossing the ten thousand mark, almost nearing the amount where he could purchase two Ultimate Knowledges.

  Very rewarding!

  At the same time, a brand new [Character Summon Card—EsGod] also fell into Han Xiao’s hands.

  However, EsGod had too many abilities, and the chances of drawing Esper Silence were low. This time, his draw was ordinary, and he only got teleportation. He could use it about ten times, and its effect was pretty good, but it was chicken feed for him, given that he already had Void Hyperdrive.

  However, Void Hyperdrive was a little less flashy, and having more methods would also be good.

  This time, Han Xiao had spent a lot to deal with EsGod. He had completely used up his Esper Silence skill, so this sure-kill ability against Espers was gone. Furthermore, the number of [Perfect Mechanical Sense] uses had dropped by one.

  He still had one final blank Character Summon Card, which he could use to produce another [Perfect Mechanical Sense], but he did not plan to do so currently.

  The battle at Planet Lighthouse and with EsGod was enough to give him a strong reputation, and it was estimated that no one would come and provoke him for a period of time. There was no need to think about using the blank Character Summon Card.

  The other mission, [Archenemy of the Three Universal Civilizations], also showed a ‘completed’ status.

  By capturing EsGod alive, he had fulfilled the additional requirements of the mission, and thus, he could draw three abilities from EsGod, which was much better compared to the Character Summon Card.

  His Molding Talents were all practically drawn in this manner.

  Han Xiao did not accept the reward immediately. Such precious reward, if he did not go back and to
uch Feidin and his godson first, would he not waste his chances‽

  Just based on his own face, he would probably draw something nasty out!

  Other than the reward, Han Xiao also obtained a great amount of experience in killing enemies. Killing a doppelganger would net him a lot of experience, and since the doppelgangers came unceasingly, it allowed him to obtain a ton of experience.

  While gazing at his interface, the battle finally ended.

  Han Xiao looked toward the other two universal civilizations.

  “Our cooperation ends here. I thank you all for your help.”

  “There’s no need to be polite. If there’s time, you can come over to my territory for a visit.” Manison sent another invitation to Han Xiao.

  “Not today. I still have to escort EsGod back,” Han Xiao said. “Let’s do it another time.”

  “Next time then.”

  Manison shook his head regretfully before turning to leave.

  Sun Hunter exchanged communicator numbers with Han Xiao before leading the rest of the Arcane Church members back to the main flagship. Han Xiao took the captured EsGod and followed Milizaus and the rest back to the dynasty’s flagship.

  The eleven of them returned to their respective factions, and the three civilizations left.

  At the same time, the operation’s report was also sent to the upper echelons of the three Universally Civilizations.

  Chapter 896 - Talent Upgrade The Legendary Mechanic

  "EsGod was really captured?"

  Urranrell received a report from the fleet commander within the Ruler's office and was a little surprised.

  The Ruler was busy with official business, so after a simple meeting to form a cooperation between the three civilizations, Urranrell did not continue to pay attention to this operation.

  Urranrell had attached importance to Han Xiao's determination to get rid of EsGod, but she did not care about the operation that took place. This mentality was just like a billionaire taking out a hundred thousand to make an investment. It was purely to test the waters, and whether it succeeded or failed was relatively unimportant. Having received the report of success, however, she was pleasantly surprised.