Super Mechanic: The God of Superpowers!

Chapter 194 Hunting
After Ye Xiu confirmed that his experience reserves were sufficient, he immediately took action and returned to the start panel of the spaceship's training cabin.

With the injection of 3 billion experience points, the professional level broke through three levels in succession.

[High-level esper promoted to Lv20 (max), Strength +350, Agility/Endurance +3 each, Mystical Attribute +6, 6 new free attributes and 1 potential point added]
[The main occupation level has reached the upper limit. You can continue to advance by completing the job transfer task.]
[Job Change Conditions: Mystical Attribute Baseline > 1700, Ability Affinity > 580% (Active Skill Amplification Not Counted)]
"The conditions for this job change actually require specific attributes?" A gleam of light flashed in Ye Xiu's eyes.

Ordinary players often need to take secondary classes to meet the requirements due to the scattered distribution of attributes, but for him, this requirement related to the characteristics of the profession is actually an advantage.

With the mysterious attribute as the core indicator, he has already far exceeded the standard line of the same level.

After investing all the newly acquired attribute points, the basic value climbed to 1744 points. Combined with the disaster level +10% rank increase and the 300-point bonus of research theory, the actual value is close to .

With the support of expertise and passive skills, the basic ability affinity reaches 686%, and the dual indicators easily break through the threshold for job transfer.

"It seems like I've been lucky lately." Ye Xiu rubbed his fingertips. Could it be that the hidden effect of the previous contact with Fording is still lasting?

After confirming that he met the requirements, he decisively injected his experience to complete the promotion.

Along with the tingling sensation on the spiritual level, a large number of new insights flooded into consciousness.

[Job transfer mission completed!]
[获得新职业「星海异能者Lv1」，气力+180，力量+1/敏捷+3/耐力+3/神秘+8，新增6自由属性与1潜能点]
[Mastered Skills: Master-level Ability Affinity/Ultra-fast Energy Regeneration/Quantum Ability]
[Gained expertise: Supernatural power theory system]
The Star Sea Psychic marks the official entry into the advanced realm of psychic powers. The level cap of 25 at this stage makes the holder a master.

As far as Ye Xiu knew, most players with supernatural powers broke through to the A-level assessment at this stage.

"Currently level 146." Ye Xiu paused to continue upgrading, strengthening the new skills to the maximum level and retaining the remaining billions of experience.

The leap in combat power brought about by the job change has already brought about a qualitative change, but the subsequent upgrade consumption has increased exponentially, and the existing experience is far from enough to reach the level 160 threshold.

In comparison, investing in skills to gain potential points is more urgent.

The current reserves are only in the single digits.

Abundant energy surged through his meridians, and Ye Xiu clearly sensed the changes in his body after the transformation: the supernatural structure was visualized in his mind, and his understanding of the essence of energy leaped to a whole new dimension.

At the same time, the alien army's layout in the Garton galaxy is gradually improving.

As hundreds of thousands of players formed a healthy operating system, the members who stayed behind on Planet Aquamarine also passed the base assessment one after another.

Except for new players, all members have completed interstellar migration, and the size of the mercenary group has exceeded one million.

This is also rare in large organizations.

The Legion continued to expand with the Gardon galaxy as its base, and its infrastructure network was rapidly rolled out.

While consolidating his dominance in the local employment market, Ye Xiu leveraged his connections to expand his business to neighboring galaxies, and his speed of development attracted the attention of the Godora civilization.

By regularly issuing high-difficulty mercenary tasks and developing new resource planets, player cohesion and legion strength are improved simultaneously.

In an ideal environment without external interference, the alien army strictly follows the development blueprint and grows steadily.

When the last strategic node was deployed, two years had passed quietly.

……

The Colton Cluster, the Heidegar Galaxy in the vortex of conflict.

Six interstellar forces, including the Godora civilization, compete here.

Each side occupied strategic locations and deployed troops, forming a long-term tense confrontation, with small-scale armed conflicts occurring one after another like sparks.

Outside the military buffer zone where the six forces intertwine, there are scattered supply planets where interstellar travelers rely on for shelter.

Due to disputes over the definition of galactic jurisdiction, these transit stations have gradually evolved into no-man's land, gathering all kinds of interstellar drifters.

From scavengers to wanted criminals, from desperadoes who plunder fleets to garrison personnel in uniform, all forces here reach a delicate balance and maintain a fragile coexistence.

As a typical representative of this kind of lawless place, the Orange Star Transit Station is currently gathering two special groups of visitors.

The Blue Fox Team led by Long Jian, Bai Yu and Miao Tiaojun is marching side by side with the Super Beast Team led by Huo Yunfei.

During the exploration, the two teams accidentally triggered a hidden task chain of the same origin, and the coordinates of the final link happened to point to this chaotic interstellar hub.

Relying on the personal relationship between Huo Yunfei and Long Jian, the two professional clubs decided to form a temporary alliance.

Two years have passed since the end of the first Star League. The Super Beast Club has reorganized its team around the league's rising star Huo Yunfei.

This team, which is mainly composed of young blood, is still in the tactical running-in period, and the innovative competition system of the second league is about to be announced. All professional players are racing against time to improve their combat effectiveness.

From the in-depth development of the character cap of level 90 to the tactical combination of rare equipment and special skills, every detail may become the key to victory.

"Captain, intelligence indicates the target is hiding on this planet, but the exact location..."

Fruity, the rising star of the Choujuu Sentai, asked in a low voice.

This gifted young gunner is the most tactically valuable member of the team besides Huo Yunfei, while the other team members mainly serve as auxiliary personnel.

Huo Yunfei gazed at the neon-lit entertainment district at the end of the street:

"According to the progressive law of the task chain, the final link often requires independent intelligence collection.

This gray area of ​​black market and underground places"

Before he finished speaking, Blue Fox Captain Long Jian suddenly pressed the particle vibration knife at his waist, and the tactical eyepiece flashed a warning red light.

"Before searching for intelligence, let's solve the problem at hand first."

Following his reminder, everyone noticed the shadows gradually gathering around them.

The interstellar refugees on both sides of the street were looking greedily at their sophisticated combat armor.

Scarlet symbols symbolizing hostility hovered above the heads of these wanderers, occasionally interspersed with dark yellow symbols representing neutral forces. There was not a single friendly green light spot to be found on the entire street.

Faced with the gradually tightening encirclement, everyone activated their weapon systems with a calm expression.

As registered interstellar mercenaries, they are accustomed to walking on the edge of a knife.

After all, the number of looters' strongholds destroyed in the past two years is probably more detailed than the law enforcement records of some star field police.

A stream of golden energy flowed around Huo Yunfei's body, and the metal helmet covered his head like liquid.

The mechanical components on the surface of the armor were reorganized and deformed, and the blue and yellow individual heavy armor showed complex relief patterns, just like the Templar armor forged by future technology.

This set of rare cherry blossom pink armor was jointly invested by multiple guilds and was specially designed by the top equipment master Ye Xiu at a huge expense.

Under the current player level system, the armor named [Mountain] can be regarded as the ceiling of strategic-level equipment.

As the sounds of crystals colliding rang out one after another, the professional players activated their combat forms.

Everywhere you look, you can see equipment of purple quality or above, glowing with energy.

The operating model of professional clubs feeding back guild resources to the team can naturally maintain the configuration level at the top of the equipment pyramid, and it is expected that it will arouse the envy of interstellar raiders.

The air suddenly froze into ice, and the sound of particle beam guns charging echoed in the alley.

Just as the pirate group, ready to attack, took up their attacking stance, someone in the team suddenly had their pupils constricted:
"Stop! They carry the mark of an alien planet!"

The blood color on their originally ferocious faces instantly faded, and these cosmic thugs retreated collectively as if bound by electromagnetic chains, their eyes wandering in surprise and doubt at the dark patterns on the player's armor.

Following their line of sight, the same emblem was etched on hidden locations of all armor and weapons.

The dark star is outlined by a pure white frame, and four straight cross-shaped light prisms extend outward, like starlight piercing the void.

The meaning of this symbol in the gray area is self-evident.

When the emblem of the alien legion came into view, the pirates seemed to see a supernova exploding before their eyes.

Someone retreated quietly, his combat boots rubbing against the ground, the handle of his energy dagger soaked with cold sweat.

The sound of metal boots shattering the silence came from the street corner, and officers wearing uniforms with Godora star patterns broke through the morning mist.

The leading commander turned his tactical eyepiece, and his cold gaze made the biochip on the back of the pirate's neck feel cold.

"Do you need tactical support? Comrades from the alien planet." The commander moved his neck joints, and the blue phase field on his wrist armor quietly unfolded.

The interstellar thugs who were so arrogant just now are now trembling and curled up into a ball as if they were hit by the gravity of a black hole.

According to the survival rules of the Hedgar galaxy, attacking officers from the six major civilizations is equivalent to signing a death warrant.

Not to mention that the Alien Legion and Godora have already formed a strategic partnership.

"Retreat!" With the roar in the quantum communication channel, the pirate group turned into a scattered meteor shower.

The players tacitly put away their particle shock blades. This level of mobs was not even worth activating the tracking system.

The Godora officers gave the crowd an interstellar military salute, their dark gold cloaks fluttering in the anti-gravity field.

For them, protecting warriors wearing alien emblems has long become an instinct engraved in their genes.

After all, this legendary legion once won the Brilliant Star Ring Medal for the Godora civilization.

As the bond between the two factions deepens, what players jokingly call the "alien network" is gradually evolving into a physical force spanning the star field.

When the cross star symbolizing the alien planet lights up, even the most ferocious interstellar jackals will flee in fear.

The two interstellar bandits, who were of different sizes, fled in panic for a long time. After repeatedly confirming that there were no pursuers behind them, they leaned against the wreckage of the abandoned space capsule to catch their breath.

The short bandit's protective suit mask was covered in mist, and his chest was heaving violently.
"I almost thought I was going to die there. Those lunatics didn't even chase me."

"That's right." The tall accomplice took off his mask, revealing his greasy face.

"Everyone in the Gamma Star Region knows that, aside from those few advanced civilizations, anyone who touches the alien army is courting death."

The short man wiped his forehead with his sleeve and said, "Luckily, we can't even make the bounty list, otherwise we'd probably be lying in the decomposition chamber right now."

He suddenly sneered as he spoke, "It's quite ironic, being a pirate to the point where you're no longer wanted has become a life saver."

This silenced both of them for a moment.

Today, in the dark web of interstellar pirates, there are proverbs circulating that were bought with blood and tears.

It is better to hit the Dragon Constellation than to see an alien star.

Ever since that silver-gray fleet appeared two years ago, the entire Orion Arm's space gangs have been living in its shadow.

Those well-equipped large-scale looting groups have become the favorite prey of the alien legions.

According to statistics from black market intelligence dealers, they have confiscated and modified more than 300 starships.

Half a year ago, seventeen pirate groups formed a temporary alliance and set up a tight net in the Charon Nebula.

Unexpectedly, the alien commander seemed to be able to predict the future, and millions of mechanical warriors engulfed the entire star field like a silver tide.

The most daunting thing is the post-war handling.

The captured pirate leaders seemed to have disappeared from the face of the earth, and those who occasionally appeared at the official handover were "empty shells" with dull eyes and traces of electronic modification all over their bodies.

"I heard that last time they took Blood Claw Hawke to claim the bounty, the sheriff compared the genetic profile for a long time but still couldn't recognize him."

The tall man suddenly lowered his voice, "The people who came back said that guy had a data port plugged into the back of his neck, and he only spoke in electronic synthesized voices."

The short man shuddered, and the constant temperature system in the protective suit seemed to have suddenly failed.

He looked at the faintly visible Hedgar Gate in the distant sea of ​​stars, his Adam's apple rolling:
"You said they showed up here, are they planning to repeat the story of the Gamma Sector?"

"Who knows." The tall man put on the mask again, and a distorted laugh came out of the electronic voice changer.

"Anyway, in this damn place right now, apart from those established civilizations with star defense systems, who isn't avoiding alien planets?"

The two looked at each other and activated their jet packs at the same time.

A stream of blue ions cut through the dust cloud and rushed in the opposite direction of the star gate.

After searching for several hours at the transit station, Team Huoyun and Team Longjian finally pieced together the last clue of the mission chain.

Following the instructions, they found a remote mechanical repair shop, where their target was a disabled technician with a haggard face.

This man's arms were both broken, replaced by sophisticated mechanical prosthetics. He was currently concentrating on repairing a cracked communication device. Beneath his ordinary appearance, he concealed a deep red warning that shocked everyone:

Codename Ronaldo, threat level "annihilation level".

Long Jian and Huo Yunfei looked at each other tacitly, and pushed Bai Yu, who had the highest charm value in the team, to the counter.

The young man took out a yellowed piece of letter paper from his equipment compartment and said in a gentle voice, "A client asked us to deliver this item."

Ronaldo paused his repair work, which was glowing with energy, and glanced at the crowd: "Identify yourself."

"Alien Legion Task Force." As Bai Yu finished speaking, a sharp light suddenly flashed in the old technician's eyes: "That rumored force led by people with superpowers? What a pity."

He shook his robotic arm, the metal joints humming softly. "If we had met twelve months ago, I would have loved to have challenged your leader."

Several exclamations flashed across the team channel instantly.

They clearly remembered that Ye Xiu from their own camp was an A-level superpower, and the NPC who dared to say such words was definitely not an ordinary person.

Mechanical fingers deftly opened the seal on the envelope, and the encrypted text projected light blue ripples in the air.

As he read on, Ronaldo's sigh spread across the room filled with parts:

"Tell your employer that when the storm comes, my old bones are willing to guard the repair station."

The system prompts to update the task status in a timely manner, but professional players are keen to capture the key words.

"What storm are you talking about?" Bai Yu asked tentatively.

The old technician showed a rare look of approval. "The unusual movements of the seven star cluster civilizations over the past two years are like the turbulent flow of particles in a black hole's accretion disk."

He tapped the communicator he was repairing, and a holographic star map unfolded on the oil-stained table.

"You'll understand once you step out of the Gardon star field. This is definitely not a naturally occurring turbulence."

The team members exchanged glances. Most of them hadn't yet ventured beyond the boundaries of their own star cluster; after all, the risk-benefit ratio of interstellar exploration was far too high.

Compared to blindly searching in the vast sea of ​​stars, the targeted missions issued by the alien legion are obviously more cost-effective.

When someone mentioned the three legendary civilizations, Ronaldo turned off the star map projection:
"How could the true mastermind reveal itself so easily? Perhaps by the time we realize it, the entire interstellar region will have become a chessboard."

The metal fingers suddenly tightened, crushing the letter into data fragments. "I have said everything I need to say. Please return."

The players knew nothing about the inside story of the Overlord Summit, but this did not prevent Huo Yunfei, Long Jian and others from realizing that this information might be related to the upcoming version update.

As early as the first two versions, the alien camp had foreshadowed the subsequent alienation disaster through plot easter eggs, and now a similar omen has emerged again.

There was excitement in everyone's eyes.

Knowing the version trends in advance often means seizing the initiative.

While he was thinking, Ronaldo's expression suddenly changed slightly: "Since you are subordinates of the alien planet, please pass on something for me."

The sudden commission boosted the team's spirits, which obviously triggered a hidden mission.

Ronaldo picked up his pen and wrote quickly, and the fluorescent interstellar words meandered on the parchment.

When Bai Yu took over the metallic-luster list, the system prompted the [Undeciphered Hunting List] to pop up in time.

"What exactly is this."

Before Huo Yunfei could finish his question, Ronaldo had already pressed down on his broken arm, his knuckles turning white from the pressure. "This is the Death List."

His hoarse voice was tinged with trembling, "The targets they hunt also include aliens."

Countless exclamation marks suddenly exploded in the channel.

The alien star, the core of the camp, had become the prey. This news shocked everyone and gave rise to an inexplicable sense of mission as a guardian.

Long Jian quickly deployed in the team channel: "Seize the opportunity to dig deeper, this may be the lead to the new expansion pack."

Bai Yu timely responded: "Since it involves the safety of the leader, can you reveal more details?"

Ronaldo stared into the void, as if recalling a bloody night:

“Every name on the list is a star ring overlord, either ruling a territory or terrorizing the galaxy with force.

But recently, many of them have quietly disappeared.”

"Who is leading this hunt?" Bai Yu asked.

"A mysterious organization." Ronaldo's Adam's apple rolled. "I once encountered two hunters. Their A+-level strength completely crushed ordinary superpowers."

He subconsciously stroked the joints of his prosthetic limbs. "These hands are the price."

"Are you on the list too?"

"No." Ronaldo smiled bitterly.

"That night I happened to be a guest at my friend's fortress on Skywalker Star.

When the hunters broke in, we fought together but were defeated.

They only took away the real target.

That warlord who was on good terms with the Hutt civilization, and I, a severely injured bystander, wasn't even worth being recovered."

There were gasps coming from the channel.

Long Jian keenly grasped the key point: "They have precise intelligence screening capabilities, which shows that there is a huge intelligence network behind them."

Huo Yunfei stared at the metal scroll in the item bar and whispered, "The power that can reduce A-rank experts to mere background figures is deeper than I imagined."

Ronaldo said in a deep voice, "Although the hunters' whereabouts are secretive, the signs of the people on the list disappearing one after another are becoming more and more obvious, and they are still continuing their actions.

Please be sure to pass this information on to the aliens. Although we have never met, considering that the alien mercenaries have lent a hand, I have a responsibility to warn your legion commander."

He had a hidden selfish consideration that if he could establish contact with the Dragon Throne forces, perhaps he could use their power to fight against the hunters.

If the alien army succeeds in breaking through, he won't have to live in seclusion here.

The choice to remain anonymous stems from that lingering fear.

Even after only one life-or-death encounter, he had already developed a deep impression of the Hunter. Suddenly, the tactical terminals on everyone's wrists lit up simultaneously.

[Trigger the special event mission [Bloody Warrant]!]
Everyone's eyes met, and they reached a tacit understanding, then they gripped their weapons tightly.

The seventh star zone of the Broken Star Ring.

The starship, covered with impact dents, is accelerating at full speed in the universe, its tail flame dragging a dark blue trail across the pitch-black curtain.

"Warning! The warp engine fuel is about to run out, and we will be forced to exit the warp state in 60 seconds." The ship's intelligent computer issued a mechanical sound.

"Damn it! They'll definitely lock onto the jump coordinates!"

The purple-skinned warlock Kernid pounded the console in anger, and the purple blood seeping from the gaps in his armor condensed into suspended beads in the gravity field.

As the chief protector of the Star Federation and honorary consultant of the Spell Association, he now had none of his usual elegance and demeanor.

The expensive spell armor is full of cracks, and the energy circuits are sometimes bright and sometimes dark.

Three standard days ago, he was enjoying the hot springs on a resort planet when two mysterious strong men suddenly attacked him without any warning.

What shocked him even more was that the Nine Rings Arcane that he was so proud of was completely suppressed by the opponent.

As the engines shut down, the starship shuddered back into normal sailing.

Kernid's pupils constricted. Vibrations of magical energy were piercing through the twelve protective decks.

A deep blue halo suddenly appeared in the middle of the ship, and two figures stepped out of the phase gate.

The surface of the silver-white trench coat was covered with patterns resembling liquid mithril. The man wore a raven visor, with suspended magical tomes surrounding him.

The woman's mask is in the shape of a cheetah, and her fingertips are wrapped with quantum entangled energy threads.

"The coordinates have been corrected." The man flipped through the "Void Positioning Code", and the transmission ripples behind him instantly converged.

With a loud bang, the seven composite protective walls were penetrated by the amethyst rays, and Kernid's desperate arcane torrent tore through the cabin structure and surged forward.

This death hunt across the star field has entered its final round.

boom! ! !
In an instant, the man changed his hand seals, and the books moved automatically without wind, and a dark blue shield instantly enveloped the two of them.
Purple arcs of lightning bombarded the barrier, exploding into tiny starlight points, but failing to shake the shield in the slightest.

Kernid turned into a stream of light and rushed into the cabin. The magic patterns on the surface of the rune armor lit up layer by layer, and it slammed heavily into the energy barrier with rainbow-like flames.

He had learned from his previous lessons and knew that he had no chance of winning in a long-range confrontation, so he launched a thunderous close attack as soon as they met.

All the energy was concentrated in the fist, without any dissipation.

Such precise control was a master's work; an ordinary A-rank warrior would have retreated in despair had they encountered such a surprise attack. However, facing these two unfathomable foes, he still felt a sense of insecurity.

clang.

With a loud sound like a bell, the dark blue shield shattered and turned into thousands of crystal dusts.

"It's done!" Kernid was greatly encouraged.

But when the residual glow of the energy illuminated the other party's silver-striped mask, those two pairs of eyes like cold pools remained calm.

Before he could come to his senses, the crystal dust in the sky suddenly gathered into a blue-white beam of light, carrying back the shock wave that had been previously absorbed by the shield.

The rune armor sounded a shrill alarm, and Kernid flew backward like a kite with a broken string. He swallowed the sweet taste in his throat and asked in horror, "What kind of spell is this?"

It can absorb the backlash of all calamity-level attacks. This seemingly simple defensive magic actually contains an energy conversion principle that subverts common sense.

Compared to the common methods of stacking dozens of layers of shields, the power of this qualitative change is even more terrifying.

"I figured it out myself." The man's indifferent response made Kernid's pupils shrink suddenly.

A silver bell-like sound of metal twisting suddenly exploded, and the entire starship collapsed into an iron ball as the woman clenched her five fingers.

Amidst the chain of explosions caused by the oxygen gushing, the dark blue shield carried the two of them suspended in space.

Not far away, the rune armor flickered. Kernid looked at the approaching metal frenzy with despair in his eyes.

Under the woman's control, countless pieces of space debris gathered into a giant cocoon, and the crisp sound of bones breaking was heard between the layers of compression.

When the last trace of struggle disappeared, a cold female voice echoed in the void: "Deep Purple Warlock, suppression is complete."

The man swiped through the list on the screen, his fingertips pausing on a crimson mark: "Next is... Alien Planet?"

"The legendary immortal body." Shana tapped the ferocious armor in the projection. "A newcomer who broke into the Scourge field a few years ago, it's a good opportunity to verify my new formation."

“Is a trap deployment necessary?”

"No need." Space ripples appeared around the female mage. "To deal with this kind of beginner psychic, 30% of my strength is enough."

……

Inside the Red Gate Star Alien Legion headquarters, Ye Xiu was handling daily affairs in his office.

This interstellar mercenary group has developed rapidly in the past two years and, as industry observers predicted, has gradually taken control of the core business of the Garton Galaxy.

Not only did they establish branches on dozens of civilized planets in the galaxy, but they also set up an office on the main planet of the Godora civilization.

Millions of active players have created huge profits for the organization. Ye Xiu cleverly uses resources to continuously enhance the reputation of the legion, attracting more and more free mercenaries to join.

In addition to the basic player group, the number of officially registered interstellar mercenaries has reached 100,000, and the training camp's reserve talent has reached three to four times the current size.

Relying solely on its regular combat strength, the Alien Legion has firmly established itself among the top mercenary groups.

The training system is now open to a wider group of people, and young people with dreams of the starry sky have signed up for training on the planets where each branch is located.

The organizational structure has been systematically upgraded to form a clear division of labor:

Regional commanders coordinate hundreds of tactical teams, ace special forces specialize in high-risk commissions, fleet commanders are in charge of space combat power, and training directors are responsible for talent incubation.

There are also special positions such as image ambassador and commander's assistant, each with their own responsibilities.

The deputy commander's seat is still vacant, and only a disaster-level expert can be qualified.

Currently, Ye Xiu is still the only disaster-level existence in the organization, and the cadre closest to this level is Qi Peijia.

Through targeted recruitment and talent discovery, hundreds of Class B superpowers have joined the middle-level team, including key training targets with special potential.

After completing the market integration of the Garton galaxy, the business scope began to extend to neighboring galaxies.

Ye Xiu is well versed in the path of sustainable development. He continuously invests profits in infrastructure and fleet construction, building a spirally growing operating system.

Currently, it has 26 task forces with different functions, covering multiple functions such as rapid response and strategic support, with a total number of ships exceeding 1,600.

Fighting interstellar crime does bring considerable profits.

The number of interstellar bases has increased to 34. In addition to the original Norios and Rossos, three new strategic partners have been added, including two well-known consortiums and the official organization of Godora.

In-depth cooperation among multiple parties not only opens up strategic resource channels, but also forms a close community of interests.

Today, the Alien Legion has become the iconic force of the Colton Cluster, which has also enhanced the deterrent power of the Dragon Tan field force, so that it no longer relies solely on the reputation of individual strong men.

Ye Xiu had keenly sensed the bottleneck in his development. As a mercenary organization, the marginal benefits of expansion were gradually decreasing.

The operating costs caused by interstellar distances have risen sharply, and the current scale has reached the ceiling of the current model.

More crucial are the constraints of organizational structure. Loose mercenary groups have a natural ceiling and will need to gradually transform into semi-militarized complexes, similar to mature models in the field of warfare.

Although the time is not yet ripe, the helmsman knows that this will be the only way to break through the shackles.

"The only thing you don't have to worry about is my strength..."

Ye Xiu's eyes flashed with brilliance, and his fingertips tapped the table unconsciously.

The current level 170 interface flashes on the retina. Compared with two years ago, it has only increased by more than levels and is currently at the promotion trial threshold of the peak stage of [Star Sea Psychic].

This wasn't proof of stagnation. For two years, he had deliberately suppressed his level gains, storing vast amounts of experience in special containers. His reserves had now accumulated to an astonishing level.

Even though the experience required for high-level breakthroughs is astronomical, these stocks are enough to support him to cross dozens of levels in succession.

But Ye Xiu always remained restrained.

In this era, no powerful enemy worthy of full response has emerged. He transformed half of his experience into a transformation of his skill base.

Use potential points to water the seeds of superpowers and forge rare superpowers into unique skills.

The deeper consideration lies in the shadow of version iteration. This time, the update interval across the game era is as long as ten years.

Experience reserves are like the survival supplies stockpiled before doomsday. We must be fully prepared for the long winter.

"Version 2.0 is nearing its twilight years, and the end of the professional league signals a changing of the times."

Ye Xiu sighed softly and brushed his hair back. The holographic projection's attribute panel flickered in his palm:

[Comprehensive level: 170]
[Core Sequence: Superpower Domination]
[Rating Position: A+]
[A级特质增幅：耐力系数+10/全抗性提升8%/峰值属性强化10%/基础属性增益5%/自由分配点+30/潜能结晶+5]
You are a predator in the dark night, an abyss gazer in the A-level realm.

Compared with the numerous obstacles in the development of power, the improvement of personal combat power is unimpeded.

Even if you encounter an epic promotion trial, you still have the mission exemption card as a trump card.

Although his inventory was already at its lowest point, as long as his experience trove remained unexhausted, he could continue on his path to becoming a powerful being.

Level is just the tip of the iceberg of combat power.

The true transformation occurred in the combat dimension. The war machine constructed by the supernatural power field had transformed into a torrent of steel.

The tactical system has undergone nine iterations and upgrades, and rare superpower combinations have been used to deduce twenty-seven winning formulas.

If he were to fight against himself from two years ago, he was confident that he could crush the six mirror images in a breath.

"Squeak."

The door opened, and Sylvia stood at the intersection of light and shadow in front of the door, holding an electronic file folder.

"Captain, we're looking for you. Someone from the Iron Wolf Mercenary Group is here with encrypted intelligence."

The young girl who was still naive two years ago has now shed her childishness. Her slender figure is outlined with well-proportioned curves. Her eyes and brows have the lively brilliance of the morning star, and are filled with capable and heroic spirit.

As Ye Xiu's chief assistant, she has shown surprising potential through continuous training.

Ye Xiu's gaze lingered briefly on the special service badge on her chest before turning to the visitor files on the screen: "Which teams are they specifically?"

"Look at this." Sylvia lightly stroked with her fingertips, and three-dimensional images of Huo Yunfei, Long Jian and others emerged in the holographic projection.

In the reception room, when this group of dusty mercenaries filed in, the repeated calls of "aliens" made Ye Xiu's eyebrows twitch slightly.

He activated the Leader Mode interaction protocol, his gilded eyes sweeping over the crowd: "It seems even the dust of the Star Ring can't obscure your brilliance."

The slightly humorous greeting made the mercenaries smile knowingly. This unique way of communication was the reason why they followed the leader of this faction.

"I heard that you brought special gifts?" Ye Xiu leaned against the floating chair, tapping the data table with his fingertips.

He knew these players' styles too well. Without sufficient profit motivation, they would never easily get involved in disputes.

Huoyun took a half step forward, and the tactical eyepiece projected a bloody list:
"We intercepted this in the Viper Nebula."

On the electronic scroll that glowed with a faint blue fluorescence, Ye Xiu's code name was clearly listed next to Ronaldo's mark.

The knuckle-rapping stopped abruptly.

Ye Xiu stared at the list thoughtfully. The recent undercurrent of the Broken Star Ring had finally revealed its fangs.

The Crimson Empire's relaunched expansion plan was like a gravitational singularity thrown into the starry sea, stirring up the murky waters of the 3.0 "Red Tide" era, and dormant forces took advantage of the situation to emerge from the abyss.

'It's time to consider activating the evolution protocol early.'
He secretly planned a plan to break through the level lock. The racial leap from level 170 to level 180 would bring about a qualitative change.

But what is more troublesome right now is the A+-level hunter behind this list.

That level of threat is enough to make any Calamity-level strongman feel uneasy.

"Alien, have you noticed the recent abnormal fluctuations in the magnetic field of the star ring?"

Huo Yunfei suddenly lowered his voice, and his tactical gloves drew an abnormal energy trajectory on the star map projection.

This is the encrypted intelligence they obtained from the Ronaldo black market, which is said to be related to the core plot of the version.

Ye Xiu's pupil data flow accelerated slightly: "Are you referring to those new armed forces under the banner of freedom?"

"More than that, there seems to be a much larger shadow."

"Crimson Empire." These four words were like a neutron star dropped into still water, stirring up invisible ripples in everyone's suddenly frozen expressions.

The focal length of Huoyunfei's tactical eyepiece stretched and contracted uncontrollably, and the energy drink can in Long Jian's hand creaked under the weight.

No one expected that the answer, which could potentially overturn the star system, would be revealed so casually.

After getting the answer, everyone felt a subtle sense of strangeness in their hearts.

They originally thought that this was a secret that almost no one knew, but they didn't expect the second person being questioned to casually reveal the information.

The inside story of the broken star ring that Ronaldo had been searching for in vain seemed to be just an ordinary interstellar anecdote in the mouth of the alien.

The whole process went so smoothly that Huo Yunfei and the others even began to doubt the true value of the intelligence.

After all, during the 1.0 version period, Alien Star had vaguely predicted the alienation disaster of 2.0, and now it has again predicted the direction of the new version, making everyone feel that Ye Xiu is even more unfathomable.

Even Huo Yunfei, who was the first to meet him, was shocked to realize how little he knew about this mysterious figure.

Ye Xiu suddenly changed the subject: "The information you brought is indeed useful. I have a commission to give to you now."

His fingertips slid quickly across the light screen, and the generated task panel flickered with dazzling reward icons.

The rare benefits of self-selected equipment made everyone hold their breath and hurriedly press the accept button.

After Sylvia sent the joyful exploration team away, Ye Xiu sank lazily into his seat, his fingertips tapping rhythmically on the armrest.

He always keeps an eye on the movements of StarCraft players. Now all players have surpassed the novice planet and are looking for a sense of belonging in the vast galaxy.

And his alien army has become the cradle of the hottest new talents.

As the second professional league approaches, the players from Planet Aquamarine that he has carefully trained.

A richer tactical system will be presented on the stage with a level cap of 90.

This is not only about the glory of the Chinese Club, but also an excellent promotion of the camp's attractiveness.

Once players unlock interstellar navigation, these preparations will become powerful tools for harvesting interstellar traffic.

"We can finally clear out the stock of genetically modified agents."

Thinking of the hundreds of pirate fleets that he had drained, Ye Xiu smiled.

Just as he was about to go to the supernatural laboratory, Sylvia hurriedly pushed the door open.

"Amethyst Civilization has sent an exclusive call for conscription."

The ruling civilization of the Colton Cluster finally extended an olive branch to the alien army.

A gleam flashed in Ye Xiu's eyes. Three years ago, he could only record the communication codes of the Purple Crystal officials from afar at the Tyrant Gathering, but now they were offering him a ticket to a Star Cluster-level civilization.

This not only adds a dazzling halo to the legion resume, but also serves as a key springboard for acquiring cutting-edge knowledge.

His knuckles tapped unconsciously on the star map projection, and Ye Xiu knew that this was a perfect opportunity to break through the bottleneck.

The star cluster-level commission that was once out of reach is now transformed into a dazzling staircase that stretches out before your eyes.

Ye Xiu calmed himself down and signaled Pipijia to transfer the communication to the main ship and establish an encrypted communication channel at the same time.

The holographic screen flickered slightly, revealing a familiar face. Leifer, the Amethyst Civilization envoy whom I had met at the Hegemony Alliance Summit, was flashing his signature smile.

"Your Excellency Yixing, it's been a long time since we last met."

Leifer's tone was as familiar as that of old friends reuniting. After a few pleasantries, Ye Xiu got to the point: "What are the specific details of the designated commission?"

"We need an elite force to carry out the annihilation mission." Leifer tapped the table with his fingertips.

"The target fleet is disguised as interstellar merchants, but is actually affiliated with a special force.

Eliminating them would be a powerful deterrent."

Ye Xiu's eyes narrowed slightly. The Amethyst Civilization had chosen to use mercenaries rather than an official fleet, clearly implicating a sensitive faction.

He said thoughtfully: "Is Krent making another move?" These two advanced civilizations are on good terms on the surface, but in fact, they have undercurrents that have long been heard.

Leifer smiled but didn't answer, instead gazing out the window at the starry sea. "In the past three years, public security incidents in the Colton Cluster have increased by 240%. Some people seem to be mistaking our restraint for weakness."

He projected several images of armed conflict and said, "It's time to show shock and awe."

Ye Xiu nodded in understanding. As the aftermath of the Crimson Tide continued to spread, the hidden forces in various galaxies became restless, like startled interstellar mayflies.

Amethyst, as a neutral force, bore the brunt of the attack. This action served as both a warning to potential threats and an opportunity to demonstrate strength to the entire star region.

"Remuneration standards?" Ye Xiu went straight to the point.

"Outside the regular budget." Leifer paused for half a second, his fingertips running over the encrypted data stream.

"Given your relationship with Longtan, if we can establish long-term cooperation, some of the permissions of our cutting-edge think tank may be opened up."

Ye Xiu's lips curled up in understanding. Zijing was clearly building an unofficial dark power system, and cutting-edge knowledge was merely a bargaining chip to lure mercenaries into his service.

He stroked the frame of his tactical eyepiece. "Mission coordinates?"

"Transmitting encrypted coordinates. A total of seven A-rank mercenary groups are participating in this joint operation."

Leifer's projection began to fade. "The detailed battle plan will be synchronized after the assembly."

The moment the holographic image disappeared, Ye Xiu had already called up the star map and started to deduce.

He was no stranger to this kind of multi-party collaborative black operation, but his intuition told him that this mission might uncover some truths buried by the stardust.

(End of this chapter)