Simulation: Starting from Under One Person

Sambo: "…………" Your tone is full of disdain, although I agree with your opinion.

After all, none of the guests invited by you and me are ordinary people. Building relationships with them would be beneficial for Belloberg, for example, by establishing trade relations.

If they are to become partners, they should naturally be treated with high-level hospitality. Unfortunately, Bellberg's current highest level of hospitality is somewhat low-level.

Due to scarce resources, there was no way to provide any precious ingredients.

"Okay, I'll tell you... no, Jepard and Hilva are right here, why do you want me to tell you?!"

Sambo, who was about to agree, suddenly realized that his relationship with Bronya wasn't that good, and that it was easier to see Bronya with two other people around. Why should he do this?

"I'm too lazy to repeat myself, so I'll leave the explanation to you."

Fang Rui ignored Sang Bo's words and continued speaking in accordance with the other party's intentions.

In Fang Rui's view, as long as the conditions are met, that's good.

"Alright, Sambo, I'm the hardworking Ming Er!" Sambo drawled as he moved closer to Jepard's location.

Fang Rui didn't look anywhere; he trusted Sangbo to handle it.

He looked toward the entrance to the abandoned mine, where a group of people were already eager to enter and explore.

If you do the math, only Clara and Schwarz are missing from this place.

Find Pera and ask the two of them. She said that Clara had come once before, and Swallow was selecting mechs and preparing weapons.

After all, the Rift Creatures in the abandoned mine area weren't completely cleared out; some still remained...

Schwarz is one of the main combat forces.

Chapter 631 Research Labs and Factories

Mining lamps were installed near the entrance in the abandoned mining area, but no lamps were installed in the deeper areas that have not yet been explored.

Therefore, at the forefront of the exploration team were mechanical soldiers equipped with lighting capabilities.

Under the lights, people could see the inside of the abandoned mine, where rubble was everywhere and dust swirled and danced in the air.

No metal products or earth minerals were seen.

"...Was it cleaned up?" a scholar asked Jepard, believing that the Iron Guard had moved the metal artifacts and earth marrow ores outside the abandoned mining area when they were cleaning up the Rift Creatures.

“No, what was cleared away were only the creations of the Rift.” Jepard understood what the scholar was asking, and he answered with his own observations, “Since I entered the abandoned mine, I haven’t seen anything of value. Perhaps the facilities are deeper inside the mine.”

“Deeper?” the scholar repeated Jepard’s words, his gaze fixed on the depths of the mine tunnel. Then he saw a Rift Creature burst forth from around a bend in the tunnel, charging toward their location…

"Target locked, fire..."

However, the monster was locked onto by the mechanical soldiers' guns within seconds of its appearance. The instant the voice appeared, countless bullets rained down on the monster's body. Accompanied by the loud, crisp sound of metal clashing, the Rift Monster screamed and staggered backward...

Seconds later, the monster born from the rift was torn apart by the torrent of metal.

"keep going."

After the first Rift Creature appeared, the exploration team became more vigilant, observing their surroundings while communicating with each other, since Rift Creatures included those capable of ranged attacks...

After everyone left the safe zone cleared by the Silvermane Iron Guards, the number of Rift Creatures suddenly increased, and a Rift Creature could be seen every certain distance.

Most of these Rift Creatures are Eternal Winter Disaster Shadows and Fire Disaster Shadows, which are information recorded within the Rift and presented in a distorted form. Their combat power is average among Rift Creatures...

However, the fighting style is fixed, making it relatively easy to defeat.

Fang Rui paid no attention to the creations of the rift, his gaze wandering through the mine tunnels, but he didn't find anything interesting.

The jet-black crystals symbolizing the erosion of the rift are quite common; there's a pile of them inside the mine...

After traveling through the mine tunnels for a while, the group arrived at a relatively spacious cave. In the center of the cave was a centaur shrouded in black mist, exuding an aura of "I am very powerful".

"Tsk!" Fang Rui clicked his tongue softly, without saying anything.

Sambo frowned slightly, his gaze sweeping over the members of the exploration team. His furrowed brows relaxed as he focused on clearing out an enhanced version of the Rift Creator, the Wind Rider, with the current team members.

This Rift Monster is considered to be of superior strength among the Rift Creatures, and the enhanced version is even more outrageous in its combat power.

However, with the current exploration team's lineup, dealing with it can be said to be a piece of cake. After all, Jepard has been active on the front line against the Rift Creatures for so long without any problems, which is enough to say something.

As for Schwarz, as a creation of Arilo during its technological peak, his technology was highly advanced, making it easy for him to defeat a Rift Creature.

Rather, one person could easily solo it.

“Wait here and hide behind the mechs,” Jepard instructed the scholars.

"Clara, you stay here," Schwarz said, placing Clara next to Fang Rui.

Among everyone present, Fang Rui was the strongest. He was capable of leading everyone to safety even when the abandoned mine collapsed. Therefore, Schwarzro believed that leaving Clara here was the safest option.

“Yes, Mr. Schwarz,” Clara replied obediently.

Jepard and Schwarz left the crowd and headed towards the Stormbringer. Jepard used his ability to add shields to himself and Schwarz. Schwarz raised his hand, and some mechs hovered behind him. The sound of mechanical gears turning rang out, and gun barrels were aimed at the Stormbringer.

Unlike in the game, there won't be situations where game characters can dance in front of monsters and the monsters remain oblivious. When the exploration team arrived at the cave, the Stormtroopers already reacted, turning their gazes to Jepard and the others, and raising their bows and arrows...

However, before it could fire its arrow, it was interrupted by the machine guns, followed by the charge of Jepard and Schwarz.

Schwarz has a wide range of skills, including control, attack, and defense.

Therefore, after he made his move, the Stormbringer had no chance to retaliate and was kept under control until he was reduced to ashes under the barrage of artillery fire.

To be precise, not even ashes were left.

After all, Rift Creatures are monsters born from rifts, similar to those made of energy. Once destroyed, their core collapses, leaving no residue.

"There's not a single trace left?" Fang Rui muttered under his breath after examining it for a while.

"If you're talking about the remnants of a Rift Creation after it's been destroyed, the drop rate is very low, since the energy becomes disordered when a Rift Creation collapses."

Schwarzlo recounted the information he had recorded, "and energy disturbances can affect the core, leading to its collapse."

"Is that so..." Fang Rui nodded slightly. Items that are common in games are actually very precious in the real world.

Without inquiring further about the matter, Fang Rui turned his gaze to other parts of the cave.

"Tell me, what was the reason for opening this place up?"

“A temporary rest area for miners.” Schwarzro’s gaze fell on the entrances to three passages. One passage was the direction they had come from, while the other two extended to other locations.

As he spoke, he looked up, the distance between him and the rock wall was less than five meters.

"In conclusion, this is not a typical mining area."

A typical mining area is dug out from top to bottom. A normal mining area should look like a "large mining area", which is obviously different from an abandoned mining area.

It's less of a mining area and more of a place where things are hidden.

"...Do you think this mining area would be used as a storage area for supplies?"

Fang Rui truthfully shared his guess and asked Schwarzlo for his opinion.

Schwarzko's electronic eyes flickered slightly, as if he were analyzing something.

"It's ruled out. It's not a material storage area. It's more likely a storage area for earth marrow ore or mechanical parts."

"It cannot be ruled out that it is a weapons factory."

"What's the reason?" Fang Rui asked.

Since the cave contained few items, the exploration team rested briefly before setting off again...

Instead of splitting into two groups, the exploration team chose to explore one of the mine tunnels first...

During the exploration, if there was no work to do, these people would talk and listen to others talk.

Moreover, the conversation between Fang Rui and Schwarzlo was so interesting that it couldn't be ignored.

Knowing in advance what rewards are available for exploring a particular area makes it easier for them to plan their exploration.

"This conclusion was drawn from the analysis of previously recorded information," Schwarz replied matter-of-factly.

"Is that so?" Fang Rui didn't press further, realizing he probably wouldn't be able to get any more information from Swaro.

"Sambo, do you have any inside information?"

“No! It’s a newly discovered site, what information could I possibly have?” Sambo replied.

His answer was reasonable, and no one doubted it.

But Fang Rui felt that Sangbo should know something, after all, Sangbo was a fun-loving person and wouldn't participate in exploration activities for no reason.

You mean making money? That's certainly possible...

"It's a shame there are no spoilers." With that thought, Fang Rui didn't dwell on the matter and turned his attention to other things.

The rock face was pitted and uneven, but it looked somewhat shiny and smooth.

It's unclear whether it's the influence of the rift or the influence of the rift's creations.

"Speaking of which, the mine tunnels seem a bit too clean."

Looking at the mine tunnel, which contained nothing but gravel, Fang Rui said.

"It is difficult for ordinary creatures to survive in the Rift."

"Is it because of the rift?" Fang Rui asked.

"To be precise, it is due to the rift and the rift-created creatures. The areas eroded by the rift are divided into several types. In the case of slight rift erosion, crystals will appear in the area, and rift-created creatures will roam around. It is mainly the rift-created creatures that pose a threat to animals."

"Severely eroded areas can form alternate dimensions, which are very dangerous..."

"Stop! I was just asking a question, you don't need to give a lecture." Fang Rui interrupted Schwarz's explanation.

"Besides, I know more about the Rift than you do."

Upon hearing Fang Rui's words, the scholar standing nearby immediately showed an excited expression.

"Please tell me more!" a scholar pleaded, his tone urgent.

“The compensation is negotiable!” another scholar quickly followed.

"Where did you get this information? Information that is favorable to Bellberg should be..."

Before the man could finish speaking, Schwarz raised his hand, and the machinery in his palm began to operate, moving several pieces of iron around to reveal a circular energy cannon muzzle.

Jepard came up behind him, gazing at him with a deep, unsettling look. Silva said nothing, only taking out her weapon and gently stroking it with her fingers…

The Silvermane Iron Guards also watched this person with slightly subtle gazes.