Beast Taming: I can evolve indefinitely

Chapter 243 Mechanical Spark

Upon hearing Bai Qi's words, Yi Yu smiled and said, "Annihilation weapons are under state control. Unless it's the military or the Beastmasters of the Thirteenth Bureau, they have no authority to control them. As for spatial teleportation technology..."

Yi Yu pointed to the ceiling and said, "Without the Net and the Star Gate, it's very difficult for an individual to teleport."

"All right."

Bai Qi sighed helplessly upon hearing this. He understood the principle, but he just wanted to see if he could find a loophole.

With no other options, Bai Qi could only focus his attention on the three techniques in front of him once again.

Materials science is the core knowledge of mechanical engineering. No matter what level of mechanic, they cannot do without materials science. Only by constantly synthesizing increasingly powerful materials and increasing the basic properties of all machines can the mechanical creations made by mechanics become more powerful.

Terminal materials science is currently the pinnacle of knowledge in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. It can be said that as long as Bai Qi masters terminal materials science, he will no longer need to worry about materials.

As for the Mechanical Spark, as its name suggests, it gathers the soul and energy of mechanical creations into a spark. It can not only greatly enhance the energy essence and calculation speed of mechanical creations, but also serve as a means of survival.

As long as the flame remains burning, mechanical creations will never die. In fact, even after the flame is extinguished, they can be reactivated through certain methods.

The last one, Quantum Thinking Matrix, is simply a signal transmission technology that ignores space and distance. Mechanical creations that master Quantum Thinking Matrix can remotely control other mechanical instruments and even mechanical creations regardless of distance.

"What should I do? I want them both..."

Bai Qi wiped the drool from the corner of his mouth. Energy and materials have always been important factors limiting the development of machinery. If he could master these two technologies at the same time, Shuke's strength would definitely be greatly enhanced. As for the remaining quantum thinking field, it might not be anything special on its own, but if it is combined with the mechanical fire seed, the effect will be completely different.

Imagine, once Shuke creates a mechanical army, he can hide at home and remotely control it. No matter how the enemy attacks, he won't panic. Even if someone gets close, the powerful combat force accumulated from the mechanical spark and endless materials science will be enough to teach them a lesson.

"As expected, the seventh tier is when the mechanical type will truly rise to prominence."

Bai Qi looked at the three metal plates in his hand with some reluctance, then pitifully raised his head and said, "Can I have them all? If not, I can have one more."

Yi Yu smiled upon hearing this and said, "Of course, as long as Bai Qi is willing to join the Thirteen Bureaus, I'll give you all the seventh-tier techniques, not just the three gates."

Holy crap, is this how you pull strings these days? Pulling someone in front of their boss? Aren't you afraid of getting beaten to death?

Bai Qi looked completely bewildered, but Zhao Futu had a smile on his face, as if he didn't care at all.

Upon seeing this, Bai Qi pondered for a long time and quickly made his choice.

"Then I choose the mechanical spark."

While Endless Materials Science could achieve complete material freedom, Shuke's current Ether Gold is not bad either, and it's not a necessity.

Although the quantum mind field can be considered a powerful tool for survival, Bai Qi currently has neither the intention nor the ability to build a mechanical army, so the short-term benefits are not significant.

As for the mechanical fire, it not only enhances Shuke's energy essence and computing power, enabling a transformation of his life essence, but also provides an additional means of survival, making it relatively cost-effective overall.

"Are you sure?"

Upon hearing Bai Qi's choice, Yi Yu confirmed it again.

"It's confirmed."

Bai Qi reluctantly returned the other two metal plates to Yi Yu, but secretly set a goal in his heart.

When I have the chance in the future, I must try to master these two skills as well.

Hmm, I don't know if the improved technology of the Spirit Orb will work.

Under Bai Qi's burning gaze, Yi Yu put away the two metal plates and said, "Then next we should choose legendary-grade materials. Do you want space-type materials?"

Upon hearing this, Bai Qi shook his head. In their first transaction, Bai Qi had proposed exchanging space-related materials, but the Thirteenth Bureau did not provide them. Unexpectedly, this time they took the initiative to bring it up.

Unfortunately, he already had the space crystal given to him by Granny Fan. Although getting another one would definitely greatly enhance Delta, it would be a waste of resources.

"I choose the spiritual resources."

After only a brief moment of thought, Bai Qi determined the materials he wanted.

Once this competition is over, Gamma's basic benefits will be basically settled. However, considering that he also has to give up a Gemini core, Gamma's first round of legendary material qualification will also need to be revoked. All that will be left are Shuke Beta and Delta.

As for why the mental type was chosen, firstly, Beta is a mental power mutation, and secondly, Bai Qi also wanted to strengthen Delta's mental strength to make up for the lack of deterrence and domain skills.

"Okay, I will deliver the materials within a month."

Yi Yu nodded, then retreated back behind Wang Jian.

"Alright, everything has been discussed. Director Wang, would you like to continue your stroll or get some rest?"

After Bai Qi's business was finished, Zhao Futu finally spoke, but Wang Jian waved his hand and said, "Let's skip the stroll. At this age, we don't have the energy anymore. Let's get some rest."

"I'm really looking forward to the big competition tomorrow!"

Zhao Futu said, "Alright, then I'll escort you two to your resting place. Bai Qi, you should also go back and prepare early, so you don't miss out on the reward."

After saying that, Zhao Futu snapped his fingers again, and the four of them disappeared from the spot.

"Back to the dorm already? Space-related departments are really convenient."

Looking at the dormitory door in front of him, Bai Qi's eyes flashed with a hint of envy, which was then filled with anticipation.

After this period of time, with the accumulation of evolutionary eggs and countless materials, as well as the feedback from Delta's own evolutionary degeneration, Delta's level is approaching the fourth tier at an alarming speed. Bai Qi estimates that it should be able to reach the fourth tier in about another week.

By then, if he uses the space crystal again, Delta might be able to acquire a space teleportation skill.

"Let's not think about that now. Our priority is to secure first place in the competition."

Looking at the metal plate in his hand, Bai Qi went directly into the secret realm base.

In such a short time, it would be difficult for the other three pet beasts to make any significant improvements, but Bai Qi planned to let Shuke try the Mechanical Fire Seed. After all, the Mechanical Fire Seed, unlike the other two technologies, does not require a long period of accumulation to achieve its maximum effect.

"Shuke, good stuff's here."

As soon as Bai Qi entered the secret realm base, the husky rushed over, looking expectantly at the metal plate in Bai Qi's hand, and asked, "Beast Tamer, which seventh-tier technology did you choose?"

"There were fewer choices than we expected, but the quality was alright."

Bai Qi explained the three techniques to Shu Ke one by one, and after a brief consideration, Shu Ke agreed with Bai Qi's choice.

"Although Beta's enhancement of mental power will also enhance my computing power, this AI has begun to impose limitations on me. If I can upgrade to a mechanical spark, I can initially break free from the AI's limitations."

"That's what I think too."

Bai Qi nodded and opened the metal plate according to Yi Yu's method. A small metal cube appeared in front of Bai Qi.

"This is the spark, but it's not quite what I expected."

Bai Qi picked up the cube and examined it for a while, but couldn't figure out what was going on. Shu Ke, on the other hand, released several interfaces and connected them to the metal plate that stored the cube.

"I see. No wonder the Mechanical Flame is classified as a seventh-tier technology. The most difficult part is actually the block that holds the flame."

After extracting data about the fire source from the metal plate, Shuke immediately understood how to use it and briefly explained it to Bai Qi.

The metal plate contains detailed information on the manufacture and activation methods of the mechanical spark, but the materials required to make the cube that holds the spark are simply unavailable from the outside world. Therefore, before Bai Qi has the ability to manufacture such materials, this technology is essentially a one-time use.

After all, without a foundation in materials science at the seventh level, it is absolutely impossible to create a fire-carrying body.

Even so, Bai Qi and Shu Ke were still very satisfied and couldn't wait to connect to the cube, while gradually injecting their consciousness and energy into it.

The most difficult part of creating a spark is transferring the consciousness and energy of the mechanical creation to this block to ignite the spark. After all, when the mechanical creation is awakened, it has already formed a deep connection with the intelligent brain it is entrusted with. To separate them would be no different from a human's soul leaving the body.

But Shuke is different. He was originally Beta's split personality, and he chose to inhabit the AI ​​himself. For him, separating his consciousness was a very simple matter.

Sure enough, as Shuke's consciousness continued to flow in, the metal cube was slowly lit up. Bai Qi even saw a strange flame appear on it, cold yet full of life.

"What will the spark that ignites mechanical life look like?"

As the flames on the block grew stronger, Bai Qi's anticipation grew even greater.

Finally, when Shuke's last bit of consciousness was injected into the fire seed carrier, a bright blue flame immediately burst into flames from the carrier.

"It worked?"

Bai Qi was very satisfied to see that Shuke activated the fire seed on the first try.

While theoretically any mechanical creation of level three or higher can activate a spark as long as someone provides it, the energy and computing power required to activate a spark are considerable, and the lower the level, the lower the probability.

Shuke has already activated his Fire Seed at only the fourth level, which is definitely a remarkable talent.

However, this was not the end. Just as Bai Qi was about to ask Shuke how he felt, the light of evolution shone on Shuke's body once again.

It was clearly the fire that triggered the evolution of the race!

Bai Qi raised his eyebrows, his mouth practically stretching to his heels in a wide grin.

The day before the competition, Shuke not only activated the spark but also triggered an evolution, as if fate was decreing that he would take first place.

(End of this chapter)