Poverty makes me capable of anything.

Then came the Flanor Foundation and other forces that cooperated with the Cult of Machine God.

An Ran has become the ruler of a top-tier star system, and his partners can also make a fortune.

"Fake news, all fake news!"

After finally managing to evade all the people who came to ask questions, An Ran watched the live broadcast of the interview program with a frustrated expression.

In the virtual studio, several "experts" sat around a round table, seriously discussing An Ran.

What do you think of this news?

Let's assume it's true for now.

Hey, hey, hey, how can you be so lenient!

Can you guys discuss whether this is true or false first?

An Ran was furious and even considered hacking into the virtual studio to kick them out, but she held back in the end.

Then the experts began to discuss in a serious manner "why An Ran was able to advance to the top-level star domain ruler so quickly".

"As we all know, An Ran has been reincarnated once, and it is very likely that she mutated during this reincarnation!"

"That's possible, but in my opinion, it has nothing to do with mutation; she was a genius to begin with."

"No, no, no, even the most talented person couldn't advance that quickly."

"So what insightful opinions do the Malian scholars have?"

"I suspect that wasn't An Ran's first reincarnation!"

"Ok?"

"If we look at it from a different perspective, it becomes much easier to understand. The speed of advancement may not be that fast, but the recovery speed is quite different."

"Makes sense!"

That makes perfect sense.

Anran suspected that Lumina was secretly supporting the show.

She reported the program on the spot.

At that moment, Versta was also watching the same live stream.

He nodded as he looked at it.

That makes so much sense!

It's simply illogical that An Ran's strength advanced so quickly.

But if she really is the reincarnation of a top-tier mechanical overlord, as those experts say, then everything makes sense.

"That guy's really cunning."

Veins bulged on Versta's forehead.

He'd seen plenty of people like that; once they gained power, they certainly wouldn't let him and the Future Technology he founded go.

We can't hesitate any longer!

Vesta stood up.

We must deliver a heavy blow to Anran before she fully recovers in order to establish our dominance.

Vesta shouted, "Go and call over the heads of the media outlets we cooperate with. I have something to say to them!"

"Yes, your lord!"

The AI ​​in the Ark of the Future responded very respectfully.

Soon the media professionals gathered in the virtual conference room.

They waited anxiously for Vesta's arrival.

"I wonder what kind of trouble Vesta will cause this time."

"Shh, show some respect to His Excellency Vesta."

"I……"

As they were talking, Vesta suddenly appeared at the head of the long table in the conference room.

The media personnel quickly shut their mouths and nervously watched Versta.

Vesta's eyes looked cold. He waved his right hand and suddenly said, "This is the challenge I wrote. You guys help me send it out."

"A challenge?"

The media person closest to Versta exclaimed in surprise.

Vesta nodded: "A challenge to the Cult of Machines."

"Yes, you want to challenge An Ran?"

After the question was asked, the meeting room fell silent.

Until Vesta said in a deep voice, "That's right."

At this moment, someone immediately stood up: "Your Excellency, the news that An Ran is a top-tier star field ruler is, after all, just an unfounded rumor."

"Yes, the more exaggerated the rumors are, the better."

"Furthermore, even if An Ran is truly a top-tier star domain ruler, given your status as Venerable Vista, there's no need for you to issue her a challenge..."

“Alright,” Vesta interrupted them. “Just do as I say.”

"Yes."

Faced with Versta's assertive attitude, the media personnel didn't know what to say.

And that's how the news got out.

With the help of several major media outlets, Versta's challenge quickly became widely known.

Players also discussed this matter with great interest.

I never imagined An Ran could grow to this level.

[Regret not joining the Cult of Machines]

[I should have decisively defected to Anran during the transdimensional era]

There was a chorus of sighs, but most people were still not very optimistic about Anran.

After all, Vesta is a well-established top-tier star system ruler, while everything about An Ran is just speculation.

Criticism of Versta has also emerged.

However, this time Vesta completely lost face.

He had anticipated this situation when he issued the challenge.

To his surprise, there seemed to be far fewer insults than he had expected.

Everyone came expecting a show.

This made Vesta's mind race. Had he been worrying too much before?

"Have you received a response from the Cult of Machines?"

Vesta asked Boschlia.

Boschlia shook her head: "There's no news yet."

"Ah."

Vesta nodded.

After a while, he asked again, "What's the reaction from the Exiled Empire now?"

Boschlia replied, "There has been no official statement yet. I have asked some insiders, and I heard that their internal opinions are not yet unified."

"Oh?"

"Some want to use Lord Vesta to test just how strong Anran really is."

Vesta's lips curled slightly: "You're treating me like a pawn."

However, this time he was happy to be a pawn.

"What's going on on the Eternal Star Road?"

Boschlia's lips twitched.

you still need to ask?

If you beat An Ran up, or even more violently kill her, they'd probably be eager to send you a banner of appreciation.

Boschlia reported the truth.

Vesta said, "It seems the situation is still very favorable for us. Now it's up to Enron to respond."

Boschlia deeply agrees.

So……

What will Enron do?

Boschlia is looking forward to it.

This time, however, he waited a long time before receiving the news.

That was an interview with a reputable media outlet.

It seems that An Ran finally stepped forward to give a direct response because she couldn't stand being bothered anymore.

"You mean Vesta's challenge? Actually, I don't really understand why he challenged me."

"?"

The reporter didn't quite understand what An Ran meant either.

Anran tactically shrugged: "What's the point of fighting? Isn't it obvious? I'm no match for Vista."

"Prophet Anran, are you admitting defeat?"

“What do you mean by admitting defeat?” An Ran shook her head. “I didn’t even accept the challenge, so how can you say I’m admitting defeat? I’m just ashamed of my inferiority. Vesta is just too amazing.”