The artificial intelligence system developed self-awareness, not only understanding how to deceive Mecha Manipulators into leaving their cockpits but, according to Big Black Face, it could also control Earth’s mechanical devices, far beyond Qin Shou’s imagination.
Synthesizing it into a Mechanical Monster could easily create an entire Mechanical Army.
However, the upfront investment and maintenance costs of a Mechanical Army were terrifying, and Qin Shou wasn’t sure if he could bear the burden.
After advancing to the Unbreakable Realm, his stash of tens of thousands of Earth Core Energy Crystals might not even be enough to reach the Unbreakable Realm Second Star, let alone cover the maintenance costs of the Mechanical Army.
Moreover, just the food expenses for these Synthetic Monsters were an enormous sum.
If not for recently acquiring fifty Second-level Mechas, relying on the money he swindled and schemed to gather wouldn’t have sustained him for long.
Thinking of this, Qin Shou gritted his teeth while gripping the Insect Transformation Device in his hand.
The plan must be accelerated; it’s time to prepare for the War Armor Company!
Having saved Big Black Face and his Third Uncle, he had earned their goodwill. Coupled with his connection to Qin Long and Elder Long’s assurance that no one in the Federation would act against him, safety shouldn’t be a concern.
Besides, these armors could only enhance cultivators below the Unbreakable Realm and had no major influence on the Federation’s overall situation. The figures behind the scenes wouldn’t pay too much attention to him, considering the face of the Beast Cultivation Main City.
Now standing at Vajra Seven Stars, Qin Shou’s real combat power could easily handle all cultivators below the Unbreakable Realm. Although he couldn’t compare to true powerhouses, he was no longer the weakling he once was.
Some things were worth taking the leap for.
If the venture were to fail, he could always return to the Beast Cultivation Main City, lie low until reaching the Unbreakable Realm, and then start anew.
Qin Shou wasn’t without a retreat plan.
With his mind made up, Qin Shou sent a message to Long Xia, instructing him to officially kick off their previously planned War Armor Company initiative.
Afterward, he summoned the system interface.
[Power: Vajra Seven Stars]
[Synthesis Points: 130967]
One hundred thirty thousand synthesis points!
Qin Shou squinted slightly. The growth in synthesis points had slowed significantly; spreading work-enabled armors had become necessary.
Next, Qin Shou released Big Big Wolf, handing over a pair of Mutant Front Limbs as well as the Space Wristwatch Qin Long had gifted him.
"Take these. First, use the Mutant Front Limbs to craft weapon systems capable of weakening Unbreakable Realm powerhouses. Then figure out how to handle this Shengsheng."
Big Big Wolf accepted the Mutant Front Limbs but scratched his head as he looked at the Space Wristwatch.
"Dear Master, what do you want to do with this big ape?"
Qin Shou rubbed his chin, "Hmm... Forget it. This big monkey looks pitiful. Extract a portion of its blood energy so I can activate my Fake Talent, and keep it alive for now."
Big Big Wolf disappeared into the system interface’s laboratory.
Subsequently, Qin Shou retrieved a steamed Mutuo Egg and sighed lightly.
Ah, eating this one leaves only fifty-nine eggs. How will I manage in the days ahead?
After advancing to Vajra Seven Stars, he could clearly feel the weakening effect of Mutuo Eggs, though they were still much more potent than Gold Devouring Potions.
Mutuo Eggs, Gold Devouring Potions, Year Beast Potions, and Earth Core Energy Pools didn’t clash in their body-enhancing effects.
Combining the four, Qin Shou estimated he could advance to Vajra Eighth Star within two months. Read full story at novel※fire.net
At this rate, Qin Shou might leap three levels during this year’s end assessment.
Qin Shou got out of bed, washed up, and prepared to pass through the Earth Core World to head to Skull Island and bring back Brother Monkey and Little Brother.
At that moment, his communicator flashed, and Yu Shusheng requested a video call.
Opening the video, Qin Shou stretched and smiled, "Morning, dear Principal."
Yu Shusheng waved with a smile, "Student Qin Shou, I have good news for you. The Dragon Island competition is over. Gao Yao secured the tenth development rights for our West City."
"Over already? That quickly?" Qin Shou was stunned.
From what he could tell, it hadn’t even been three months, let alone half a year.
Yu Shusheng explained, "Well, they said there were anomalies in Dragon Island’s Mechanical City, so the Federation ended the competition early.
Thanks to the Great Saint you lent Gao Yao, although his Beast Cultivation technology doesn’t match those Heaven’s Chosen Sons, he managed to power through with absolute strength and earned tenth place for Dragon Island."
Qin Shou nodded slightly, "The tenth place is pretty decent for West City. This time, we can develop Dragon Island ourselves and won’t need to share the benefits with others."
Yu Shusheng looked hesitant, "Student Qin Shou, are you suggesting..."
"Principal, you heard me right. This time, our West City will develop Dragon Island solo!" Qin Shou declared.
"But... with West City’s current capacity, even with tenth place development rights, there’s no way we can handle it..."
"Principal, if I say we can handle it, then we absolutely can!"
Qin Shou said decisively. If he didn’t start preparing Unbreakable Realm cultivation resources now, would he wait until advancing to the Unbreakable Realm to worry?
Yu Shusheng saw Qin Shou’s confidence and unexpectedly felt compelled to trust him.
"Alright, Student Qin Shou must have some plan, hence his confidence in independently developing this Dragon Island.
But Student Qin Shou, if we don’t include them in this venture, they won’t let it slide." Yu Shusheng’s expression turned worried.
Thinking of those opportunistic city leaders, Qin Shou sneered.
"Haha, times have changed. With me around, everything will be fine.
If they’re upset and try to stir up trouble, I’ll gladly play along. I might as well use this chance to... cough cough, assert West City’s authority!"