The Legendary Mechanic

by <unknown>

  However… Bekorodi could not bring that up!

  The plan to analyze the Evolution Cube got called to a stop by Urranrell long ago; Bekorodi only approached Gaud behind Urranrell’s back because he received the subtle approval from the next ruler. He was carrying out this plan secretly; this was not something he could point out in this situation!

  It did not matter whether Black Star was actually the one who did it. As soon as what he did got exposed, not only would he be most likely demoted, it would impact the next ruler negatively too.

  If Black Star really did it, although Black Star would certainly be held responsible, he would take much more blame. After all, he acted against the orders and placed the dynasty at the moral low ground.

  All kinds of plots flashed past his mind. Bekorodi opened his mouth a bit but chose to stay silent in the end.

  Even if Black Star was the culprit, he was not going to say it.

  Bekorodi thought things through very clearly. It was the next ruler who hinted for him to carry out the plan. The two of them had a silent agreement to have the new ruler break this case open after Urranrell’s term ended, so the new ruler’s reputation and image would be increased.

  However, although Bekorodi had this plan, what made him stay silent was more the fact that he did not believe Black Star was the culprit.

  With Black Star’s position, even if he did notice what Gaud was doing, he had no reason to make it into such a big deal. He sure had the motive, but it was too weak.

  Furthermore, the way Bekorodi looked at it, the title of National Pillar and the three Universal Civilizations’ consultant were more than enough to tie Black Star up. After enjoying the benefits of them, Black Star would not want to lose them, so he would not do something as rash as this.

  While Bekorodi was brainstorming, the others quickly came to a decision.

  Urranrell made the decisive call.

  “Announce Gaud going missing on behalf of the dynasty immediately. Tell the entire universe that the dynasty will find the culprit no matter the cost!”

  Swoosh!

  The upper echelons present stood up simultaneously and nodded.

  “Understood!”

  …

  At a border stargate transit station of the Emerald Star Cluster, a man wearing the uniform of the Limitless Financial Group stood at the scenery observation area and looked at the galaxy outside the porthole. The border stargate was not far away. Belts of light extended from inside the blue space vortex. They were all spaceships entering and leaving the border.

  “Based on the time, the fleet guarding Gaud should arrive in a day at most…” this Limitless Financial Group employee murmured.

  It was not the original owner who was controlling this body but Sorokin’s manifestation.

  According to the route the dynasty fleet was taking, they should be leaving the Flickering World through the Black Star Army’s territory. Hence, Sorokin had possessed this person many days ago and waited at this stargate, wanting to observe the size of the fleet Gaud was in. He could only come up with a detailed plan after obtaining enough information.

  However, although he was already making preparations, he was still hesitant as to whether he was going to make the move or not. After all, the matter was too huge.

  “If I do it, it’s best to do it in the Black Star Army’s territory, it’ll be easier to frame it on Black Star this way… even if I fail, Black Star will be held responsible if something happens to Gaud in his territory.”

  Sorokin pondered.

  Beep beep beep!

  At this time, his communicator suddenly rang.

  Sorokin took it out and glanced at it casually. It was an announcement the dynasty had made in the public channel, which forced a notification to pop up on every communicator.

  According to the General Quantum Network Communication Laws, only the civilization that ruled over an area had the right to do this, not any other organizations, especially not consortiums.

  “Tsk, how great would it be if this could be used for advertising…” Sorokin mumbled and opened the message.

  With just one look, his expression froze on his face, and his entire body turned stiff.

  “Gaud was attacked and is already missing‽”

  Sorokin was stunned, his mind was filled with question marks.

  Wait, what? I haven’t started moving yet!

  Which hero did my job for me‽

  Marvelous!

  I thank you!

  The sudden turn of events astonished Sorokin totally.

  Not only him, as soon as this enraged announcement from the Crimson Dynasty was publicized, the entire galactic society was absolutely shocked!

  It all happened so suddenly. No one was mentally prepared!

  Chapter 1229: The Thief Calling the Cops |

  Somewhere in the Emerald Star Cluster, a small fleet was slowly sailing. The symbol on the exterior armor of the spaceships showed that this fleet belonged to ‘Ancient Snake’, which meant this was the person who called out Gaud’s Esper Ability during the welcome meeting, Lucie.Lucie stood before the porthole at the bridge and looked into the galaxy outside the window. Beside him was another neutral Beyond Grade A who was also someone who frequented the black market.“How long till we arrive at the Star Cluster’s border stargate?” Lucie asked without turning around.

  “About a day, boss,” the captain hastily answered.

  Hearing this, the neutral Beyond Grade A on the side sighed and said, “I don’t think we can catch up to Gaud. Lucie, do you really have to spar with him?”

  “I must find out what his ability really is.”

  “Sigh, he’s a direct member of the dynasty. He can totally not accept your request. It’s not like you can force him to fight, right?”

  “Humph, I’m going to try it at least.” Lucie looked determined.

  After the welcome meeting, he had brought his fleet along with a Beyond Grade A friend and chased behind Gaud along the route they took, hoping to stop Gaud and ask for a spar.

  Of course, he did this not just to satisfy his curiosity. As a secret member of a Super Star Cluster civilization, he received a secret order from the upper echelons that asked him to find a way to force Gaud to fight and verify if Gaud’s ability was really [Energy Control]. This was why he kept chasing after Gaud.

  The Super Star Cluster civilizations did not want to attack Gaud, but a test of this degree was doable. They all wanted to know Gaud’s real ability.

  At this time, the spaceship’s radar suddenly rang.

  “Alert! Spacetime stabilized area ahead. Hyperdrive will be shut down. Please stop hyperdrive mode or go around the area…”

  The two of them were surprised.

  Spacetime stabilized areas usually meant trouble. Neutral Beyond Grade As did not like getting into unnecessary trouble.

  Lucie was just about to have the fleet go around the area when the spaceship suddenly received a message.

  “This is the Crimson Dynasty exploration army. We’re carrying out a check on all passersby. Please stop your ships immediately and cooperate. I repeat, please stop your ships immediately…”

  Hearing this, Lucie told the fleet to stop. He looked outside the window and saw a line of defense formed by the dynasty’s battleships that seemed to have locked up a large area ahead.

  Three dynasty spaceships quickly approached and activated all kinds of detection devices to scan Lucie’s fleet.

  At the same time, a projection of someone who looked like a dynasty military officer appeared on the communication screen. He looked at Lucie and the Beyond Grade A beside him and said expressionlessly, “Please show us your IDs, spaceship sailing certificate, crew list, logbook…”

  Though unhappy, Lucie told the captain to do as he was told. After all, his real identity was sensitive. Plus, he did not think there was anything he had to hide.

  The military officer started checking through the information provided. Having realized that Lucie a
nd the person beside him were both Beyond Grade As, his expression changed slightly. A strong sense of suspicion flashed past his eyes.

  “What are you doing here? Why are you passing by this area? Where are you heading?”

  “The dynasty needs to know that too? This is one of the routes leading to the border stargate station. Is it weird for me to pass by here?” Lucie frowned. “In fact, why are you guys locking this area down?”

  “To search people.” The dynasty military officer did not want to say much and went back to checking through the records.

  At this time, he suddenly realized that there were records of tracking Gaud in Lucie’s logbook. His pupils instantly constricted, and he yelled with an indisputable tone, “Everyone, leave the spaceship immediately for further checks!”

  The neutral Beyond Grade A on the side frowned. “Isn’t this too much? We’re just passing by.”

  “I’ll repeat myself one more time. Leave the spaceship immediately for further checks, or we’ll do so forcibly!”

  After that, the dynasty fleet at the back activated their weapons and aimed at Lucie’s fleet immediately, clearly ready to fire at any time.

  “Are you threatening me?” Lucie was annoyed.

  The dynasty was powerful. Forget their officer not showing him any respect, how dare an officer attempt to order around him, a Beyond Grade A, like that? Did he really think Beyond Grade As were easy to mess with‽

  Sure, as a neutral Beyond Grade A, he did not have the strength to mess with the dynasty. However, he did not think that just anybody in the dynasty had the right to disrespect him. Furthermore, with the Beyond Grade A Association behind his back, he was not someone who had absolutely no backup at all anymore!

  Beep beep beep!

  Just as Lucie was about to vent his anger, the communicator of everyone in the ship rang.

  Lucie frowned, suppressed his anger for the time being, and took out his communicator. Only then did he see the dynasty’s announcement that popped up, and his expression changed drastically.

  Gaud is missing‽

  Who did it? Who had the audacity to do it‽

  Lucie’s body suddenly shook. It suddenly occurred to him.

  Wait a minute, I’ve been tracking Gaud all this time, wanting to spar with him…

  If nothing had happened to Gaud, this would have been completely normal and would not lead to the dynasty’s hostility. However, now that something had happened to Gaud, anyone who was related became a suspect. Although he was only trailing behind Gaud and did not even meet him, he was still suspicious in the eyes of the dynasty. The dynasty was not going to let go of any leads!

  No wonder the dynasty military officer had that attitude!

  Lucie knew how huge the matter was. This was not the time to be concerned about whether that officer disrespected him or not. He had to find a way to clear his suspicion.

  If he did not cooperate with the dynasty’s investigation, he had absolutely no doubts that the dynasty would vent their anger on him—this was not the time to be stubborn.

  Lucie’s rage instantly extinguished. He did not dare explode and could only tell everyone to leave the spaceship and obediently cooperate with the dynasty’s checks. He was extremely frustrated.

  Who’s the b*stard that did this‽ Now I’ve been dragged down too!

  …

  “What? Gaud is missing? Someone really attacked him‽”

  The Federation of Light’s president, Bader, stood right up from his chair, stunned.

  What, who’s the idiot‽

  No, this isn’t an idiot. It’s a maniac!

  The Chief Elder was in dismay too. “Who’s so daring as to really attack a direct member of the dynasty? This will affect the entire explored universe’s situation, create a huge storm and cause problems for everyone!”

  Bader frowned tightly and said with a deep voice, “If we didn’t make a move, nor would the church… so it’s most likely the Super Star Cluster Alliance’s doing.”

  “Yes, it must be the Super Star Cluster Alliance.” The Chief Elder nodded.

  Before it happened, the two of them did not think the Super Star Cluster Alliance would dare act. However, when it really happened, to the two of them, since they did not do it, it could only be the Super Star Cluster Alliance!

  Who gave them the guts! They dared to attack the dynasty’s direct member today. Are they going to attack ours tomorrow‽

  “The Super Star Cluster Alliance is getting cocky. Looks like the Tragedy of the Pinnacles was not an effective enough of a lesson. Looks like it’s time to educate them again…”

  Bader’s eyes flickered.

  He was actually secretly happy about the dynasty being the one that took the hit. He basically enjoyed the benefit of the dynasty being weakened without having to do anything. However, on the other hand, the dynasty represented one of the ruling civilizations, and the federation was also one of the ruling civilizations. Seeing their authority get challenged, he was still angry. These two emotions were not in conflict.

  The Chief Elder thought for a moment and said with a heavy heart, “Although we’re not the culprit, our specialty is assassination since we have the Multi-Dimensional Sky Opening Transportation Device, so we’ll most likely be one of the suspects to the dynasty.”

  “Hmm, this is a problem. Therefore, we have to make a stand and actively help the dynasty investigate the case. However, we’re not the only ones who have this kind of teleportation technology. Who knows if the Mechanic Emperor stole it? Plus, Black Star also has a type of mechanical suit that has similar teleportation abilities…”

  “The Mechanic Emperor is suspicious indeed. He’s still the federation’s ally. If he did it, we’ll be responsible too. As for Black Star…” The Chief Elder laughed. “Hehe, as long as the dynasty upper echelons have not gone crazy, it’s impossible for them to suspect Black Star.”

  “You’re right.” Bader sighed and shook his head.

  …

  “Who the f*ck did this‽”

  The Star Arc Civilization leader was dumbfounded, as if struck by lightning.

  Although this was indeed something they wanted to do, the Star Arc Civilization leader knew that no matter who attacked Gaud, the Super Star Cluster Alliance would certainly be the dynasty’s top suspect.

  This was pushing them into the flames!

  The Star Arc Civilization leader was puzzled. Possible suspects flashed through his mind one after another.

  “I didn’t do it. Is it another Super Star Cluster civilization? Who has the motive to do so… Modo‽”

  Modo had exited the war long ago. The current battle had nothing to do with, so they would really not be afraid of doing something like this. Even the possibility of them wanting to burden the Super Star Cluster Alliance was not out of the question. They had lost the chance to compete, so they wanted to make the other Super Star Cluster civilizations fail just like them!

  The brain of the Star Arc Civilization leader’s spun quickly.

  Was it the plan of the federation and the church, killing the dynasty’s talent and framing them‽

  Was it the dynasty’s own plot, making Gaud go missing and framing it on the Super Star Cluster Alliance, giving their direct members a reason to participate in the war and using it as an excuse to start another Tragedy of the Pinnacles? If not, how could it happen so suddenly, and how could Gaud possibly not be able to resist‽

  The Star Arc Civilization felt as if he had seen through everything.

  This was a plot against the Super Star Cluster Alliance!

  The three Universal Civilizations wanted them dead!

  “We’re too passive. We must do something! We can’t allow the three Universal Civilizations to make things up!”

  The Star Arc Civilization leader clenched his teeth.

  You want to frame us? We know how to do that too! We must find a scapegoat that’ll shut the three Universal Civilizations up!

  Names quickly flas
hed through his mind, and suddenly, it stopped at one name.

  This person did not lack motive, had more than enough ability to do it, and was very suspicious…

  I choose you, Manison!

  …

  In just a few days, the dynasty’s announcement swept over all Star Fields like a storm, causing sensations in countless areas.

  Some thick and overconfident local terrorist organizations claimed to be responsible for it. Then, in less than a day, the dynasty’s fleet arrived at their bases right away and wiped them all out, not leaving a single survivor!

  Everyone could feel that, this time, the Crimson Dynasty was really furious!

  Many organizations smelled that a storm was about to come…

  The Beyond Grade A Association held an emergency meeting to discuss how to deal with this matter too.

  In the large round table conference room on Planet Finn, the remote projections of many Beyond Grade As gathered and discussed intensely.

  “How could this happen? It’s so sudden!”

  “It’s only been a few days since we last saw Gaud, and now he’s… sigh!”

  “It has to be someone in the association who did this. Who did it? Step forward!”

  They were infuriated.

  Although Gaud was a direct member of an advanced civilization, what happened to him impacted the others too. They glanced at Gaud’s empty seat from time to time, feeling sympathetic.

  The meeting was as noisy as a wet market. This time, Sun Hunter opened his mouth. His thunderous voice covered everyone else’s voices.

  The others looked over and saw that he was staring at Manison with a suspicious expression.

  “Mechanic Emperor, tell us the truth, did you do it?”

  “Nonsense! Have you people been brainwashed by Black Star‽ I’m the president. Why would I possibly take the lead to violate the rules‽” Manison’s face twitched. He was frustrated.

  However, the others still stared at Manison and did not trust him.

  Han Xiao had never stopped damaging his reputation. He had planted the seed of doubt in everyone’s heart long ago.

  Seeing this, veins popped up on Manison’s forehead. He was extremely irritated.