Early morning.
In a mountain range somewhere in the wilderness of Planet Macipher, Han Xiao's mechanical army had dug out a cave halfway up one of the mountains. The entrance of the cave was equipped with a fully-automated environmental shield, disguised as a mountain rock, so outsiders could not see the existence of the cave. At the same time, an energy detection blocker was set up to isolate the many satellite detectors that Sardeem had set up in outer space, so the owner of this planet would not be able to detect the energy reaction here with the satellites. It became an invisible area on the radar.
Inside the cave was the hollowed out belly of the mountain. Han Xiao had set up a portable mechanical fortress here. It was about ten stories tall, and the mechanical ground took up thousands of square meters. Countless mechanical structures spread across the mountain walls, supporting the mountain, turning this place into a mechanical stronghold. The dense hovering guards were the light source, making the cave as bright as day.
After picking up the Evolution Cube last night, Han Xiao had analyzed his situation clearly and planned to leave the city of Planet Macipher. He planned to build a temporary hidden stronghold in the wilderness of this planet to prevent Sardeem from detecting them using the Evolution Cube. After Hella brought Aurora over, Han Xiao brought the three of them there and built a small base with the compressed orbs that he carried with him.
He had never lacked such items for temporary bases.
Now that everything was settled, Han Xiao took out the Evolution Cube and explained his speculations to the three of them. Originally, Hella and the others were confused by Han Xiao's sudden actions, but after hearing about the origin of the Evolution Cube, they were shocked.
The three of them curiously sized up the small black cube in Han Xiao's hands. Aurora was purely curious about the so-called Universal Treasure, and Hella was interested in the Evolution Cube's ability to make people stronger.
Fu Ding, on the other hand, had a worried expression. "This is the legendary Evolution Cube? We actually picked it up. What do we do now? Do we return it to Sisko? Will he suspect that we stole it? "
He had visited Austin with Han Xiao before and knew that this belonged to Sisko.
Han Xiao helplessly said, "I haven't thought about it yet."
"You're not thinking of leaving the Evolution Cube behind, are you?" "This way, we will become Sisko's enemies," Fu Ding advised. "You've already provoked the Tyrant. If you add Sisko into the mix, you'll have provoked half of the four Beyond Grade As in the Shattered Star Ring …"
Han Xiao interrupted him. "We'll talk about that later. Since the Evolution Cube is in my hands, let's use it first."
"How do I use it?" Hella asked impatiently.
"If I remember correctly …"
Han Xiao examined the black cube over and over again. Every surface was as smooth as a mirror, and there were no buttons. When he tried to insert his energy into it, it was like a clay ox entering the sea.
Pausing for a moment, Han Xiao pressed down on every corner of the Evolution Cube with both hands, and all eight corners were pressed in. The next moment, streams of light appeared on the surface of the black cube, and a spherical black energy shield popped out, covering the small cube and suspending it in midair.
"The first step was correct …" Han Xiao was overjoyed.
The simplest way to use the Evolution Cube was to enter the Evolution Cube when it was in its original state. However, when the Evolution Cube was in portable mode, the container had to be opened in a specific way, revealing an opening to release the Evolution Cube's energy.
The first step was to prepare the container for activation. This was what Han Xiao had just done, and the container had not been opened yet.
Then, an energy shield popped out from the container. This was actually a shield similar to a password input screen. A series of specific 'switch symbols' had to be drawn on it to open the container. This was equivalent to a password. Compared to the Secret Message Bead, this method was much simpler.
In his previous life, many players had used Contribution Points to exchange for the right to use the Evolution Cube in the Arcane Church and watched the Arcane Church open the Evolution Cube in front of them. Some had even recorded it. Han Xiao had seen it before, and the process was not a secret to him. Someone had even posted a summary of the password of the Evolution Cube, which was a total of forty-two fixed symbols.
Han Xiao could not remember the symbols so clearly. Fortunately, his Intelligence had increased so much that his memory structure had long been in the form of a bookcase. All his memories were stored in different categories, and he could take out any memory he wanted to see. This way of thinking could be grasped by ordinary people with training, and it was even less of a problem for Mechanics with extremely high Intelligence and large brain regions. Otherwise, it would be difficult for them to remember so many blueprints.
He thought for a while and gradually recalled the forty-two switch symbols. He used his finger to draw on the energy shield of the container, leaving behind a golden mark. He quickly finished drawing the password. However, the container retracted its energy shield and fell to the ground. It had obviously failed to open, which made him slightly stunned.
"By the way, the password set by the Arcane Church might not be the same as the password set by EsGod." Han Xiao understood and felt a little troubled. If he could not open the container, he could only destroy the container and let the Evolution Cube return to its gigantic state. This would cause too much of a commotion, and he would be discovered immediately.
Han Xiao frowned and pondered. "However, that might not be the case. The Evolution Cube belongs to a lost civilization, and making portable containers is also the technology of that civilization. It's very advanced, and ordinary people will not be able to decipher it. Perhaps EsGod's subordinates will be able to copy and create the container, but it should be very difficult to improve the technology.
These forty-two switch symbols might be the initial password of the container. As for why the container did not open … maybe the method was wrong, or maybe I did not draw it correctly enough? "
However, he did not know that he had guessed the truth. This set of symbols was the activation password of the portable Evolution Cube and could not be changed. Not only was it used to open the container, but it was also the key to activating the energy of the Evolution Cube.
This password was top-secret information left behind by the Evolutionary Civilization, and only EsGod knew how to open it. Even Colin and the others did not know how to open it. This was to prevent their subordinates from being greedy, betraying, or leaking the secret.
In his previous life, the Arcane Church was not afraid of it being leaked because no one could steal their things. Therefore, Han Xiao was one of the very few people who knew the password other than EsGod.
He tried more than thirty times, slowly adjusting the shape of the symbols according to his memory, making it standard. Finally, on the thirty-seventh try, the Evolution Cube had a new reaction.
A small hole appeared in the center of every face of the cube, and ribbon-like black particles flowed out, surrounding the cube and floating in midair.
"It's open!" Han Xiao was overjoyed.
Looking around, Han Xiao took a deep breath, stretched out his hand, and released Mechanical Force toward the Evolution Cube.
Hu!
The next moment, the black particles around the Evolution Cube seemed to have found a target and rushed toward Han Xiao, seeping into his body from the surface.
Itchy!
This was the only feeling Han Xiao had.
This itchiness seemed to be born from the depths of his soul. His skin, muscles, bones, blood vessels, and organs all felt itchy. However, when he stretched out his hand to scratch it, it felt like it was not his own body that was itching.
This time, notifications started to appear on the interface.
You have used the Evolution Cube (Gold Quality)!
You have received a permanent special buff — [Gene Optimization — Evolution Cube]!
Your genetic structure is being adjusted to the best state of [Void Star Pursuer]. Please do not interrupt the evolution process …
The first optimization was successful. Your potential has increased. You have received + 6 STR, + 4 DEX, + 8 END, + 5 INT, + 4 MYS, + 3 CHA, and + 30 Energy.
Your Energy Level is higher than Lv.0. The second optimization has succeeded. Your potential has increased. You have received the following attributes: + 8 STR, + 7 DEX, + 11 END, + 7 INT, + 5 MYS, + 6 CHA, + 40 Energy.
…
Your Energy Level is higher than Lv.14. The sixteenth optimization has succeeded. Your potential has increased. You have received the following attributes: + 64 STR, + 67 DEX, + 72 END, + 76 INT, + 61 MYS, + 43 CHA, + 240 Energy.
When he reached Level 238, his Energy Attribute broke through the 40000 mark and received the bonus of [Lv14].
Every time one's Energy Level increased, a new layer of genetic optimization could be obtained. Thus, the stronger one was, the better the effect of using the Evolution Cube for the first time. The completed attributes depended on many factors, such as cell activity, lifespan, and species. Among them, the species had the greatest influence. The Evolution Cube was optimized based on one's own species. If one's species was stronger, the benefits would be greater.
The second time he used the Evolution Cube, however, it was not to calculate a new Energy Level but to repeat the optimization process of each level. However, the attributes added would be greatly reduced, and each time would be less than the last until it was no longer effective. Only when he evolved into a new species would he receive some benefits, but it was far from being able to compare to using the Evolution Cube for the first time.
Han Xiao endured the numbness and quickly calculated. This series of genetic optimizations had provided him with extremely terrifying attributes. His Strength, Agility, Endurance, Intelligence, and Mystery had increased by more than 500 points, his Charm had increased by nearly 400 points, and his Energy had increased by more than 2,100 points.
This surge in attributes had even exceeded the total bonus of Lv.14 Energy!
Adding all of them together, the increase in attributes had reached more than 3,000 points, which was equivalent to Han Xiao's own attributes increasing by one-third. The effect was extremely outstanding!
The [Void Star Pursuer] had great potential. He was also very young, so his cell activity was extremely high. Coupled with his dense Energy Realm, he could achieve such a terrifying increase!
When he had advanced to Emperor Mechanic and reached Level 238, his Energy Level had already reached 32,600 points. Now that he had used the Evolution Cube, his Energy Level had increased by nearly 2,000 points, reaching 34,450 points.
Even though Han Xiao could not endure the numbness, he could not help but reveal a surprised expression. This genetic optimization was too worth it.
However, the notifications on the interface did not end there.
After using the Evolution Cube for the first time, you have received 16 levels of genetic optimization. + 40% EXP required to level up. Duration: 16 months.
Han Xiao secretly nodded. There would be an EXP penalty when players used the Evolution Cube. After all, the attributes obtained were equivalent to leveling up dozens of times. It was impossible for there to be no price. The principle was that the stronger one was, the harder it was to level up. Every time the Evolution Cube was used, there would be a 40% EXP penalty. The duration depended on the number of genetic optimizations obtained.
This was nothing to him. A mere 40% EXP penalty was only a 10% EXP penalty after neutralizing the 30% bonus from his Political Asset. Han Xiao relied on the EXP from the leek field to level up, so it was only a matter of waiting a little longer. Using 16 months of EXP penalty in exchange for a huge increase in attributes was undoubtedly worth it. This was a permanent increase in combat power.
Furthermore, the stronger the attributes, the higher the Energy Level. This way, the possibility of him breaking through to Beyond Grade A at Level 240 would be even greater.
This time, the last few notifications popped up on the interface.
You have met the special conditions: You have received more than 10 levels of genetic optimization when using the Evolution Cube for the first time.
You have triggered a special effect.
In your next Promotion, you will receive an additional Species Evolution opportunity.
Genetic Optimization complete.
The black particle flow stopped pouring in and returned to the Evolution Cube.
Han Xiao hurriedly bent over and took a deep breath, quickly calming himself down. Only then did he feel the swelling power in his body, giving him the illusion that if he released all his energy, he could blow up the planet under his feet.
Fu Ding hurriedly came up to help him and asked, "How was the effect?"
Han Xiao waved his hands, indicating that he did not need to be helped. He stood up on his own, feeling refreshed. Seeing Hella looking at him, he could not help but smile.
"I've tried it. The side effects are very small. You guys try it too."
"I'll go first."
Hella was the first to nod.
Han Xiao did not hesitate and opened the Evolution Cube again, letting the black particle flow toward Hella.
From the perspective of a bystander, the black particle flow wrapped the user into a black cocoon. After a while, Hella broke out of the cocoon. It was as if she had undergone nirvana. The red light in her eyes slowly faded.
"Sister, how do you feel?" Aurora asked curiously.
Hella clenched her fists. Her sharp eyes suddenly softened, and she revealed a rare smile.
"I feel great now."
Han Xiao smiled. He was happy to share the Evolution Cube. In his hands, he could use it to increase the combat power of the core members.
Very soon, two more black cocoons appeared beside the Evolution Cube. It was Fu Ding and Aurora's turn to enjoy the baptism of genetic optimization.
Han Xiao stood at the side, looking at the two of them evolving, and suddenly realized a problem.
If the Evolution Cube returned to Sisko's hands, he would not know the activation symbol and could only destroy the container, releasing the Evolution Cube, and let it return to its original state.
It seemed that … only he knew how to use the portable version of the Evolution Cube.
As soon as this thought appeared in his mind, Han Xiao's eyes flickered.
Maybe there was a basis for cooperation …
Not long after, Fu Ding and Aurora also completed their genetic evolution and felt the changes in their bodies.
"Okay, what do we do next?" Fu Ding immediately asked. Now that the Evolution Cube had been used, it was time to think about what to do next.
Han Xiao's answer was beyond his expectations.
"You guys stay here."
The three of them were stunned.
"Are you thinking of …" Fu Ding was surprised.
Without waiting for him to finish, Han Xiao nodded. "Sardeem has locked down Planet Macipher, so maybe Sisko will come. I can protect myself against a Beyond Grade A, but you guys can't. We should split up. You guys stay here, and I have a way to leave this planet."
His plan was to use Void Dimension Hyperdrive to leave Planet Macipher alone. This way, he would be able to test how accurate Sardeem or Sisko's detection methods were.
No matter how he dealt with the Evolution Cube, he would not be able to avoid risks. He might as well act alone and not worry about Fu Ding and the others.
To be honest, the Evolution Cube was a hot potato, but since it was already in his hands, Han Xiao was not willing to hand it over just like that.
Risk and opportunity coexisted, and this was the situation he had analyzed. However, there was no doubt that keeping the Evolution Cube in his hands was the only way to maximize his benefits.
As for whether he had the ability to keep the Evolution Cube … how would he know if he did not try?
Therefore, Han Xiao decided to bring the Evolution Cube into the desolate universe belt alone to buy time for himself to accumulate experience to reach level 240.
Although he did not know the details, he felt that the truth should be similar to his speculation. The most likely pursuer would be Sisko, whom he had never met before.
Han Xiao did not have any prejudice against Sisko and even respected such a hero.
Originally, the Evolution Cube only worked on individuals, but the descendants of powerful individuals would also inherit a certain degree of genetic optimization effects. Then, they would let the newborns use the Evolution Cube to complete a virtuous cycle. Sisko had evolved the Star Pupil Protoss generation after generation to what they were today.
Even now, the Evolution Cube was still very important to the development of the Star Pupil Protoss.
However, what does this have to do with me?
I'm not a member of the Star Pupil Protoss!
I'm not the one who stole your cube!
I picked it up from the ground!
Han Xiao had already made up his mind. At the very least, he would fight Sisko once. If he could not win, he would think about other things!
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