Published: February 12, 2025
Moon Age Gold?
Ye Zhongming observed this metal closely from a short distance.
Uh, it should be a metal, right? At least visually, it truly resembled a metal that seemed to possess life.
The reason for this observation was that the metal was not in a completely stationary state but was gently swaying like the water plants in a pond.
The amplitude of this movement was extremely small, so small that it might be beyond the visibility of the average person, but as a nine-star evolver, Ye Zhongming could still perceive it.
Upon a closer look, he noticed that these metals were not in separate blocks or strips, but instead took on a cylindrical shape with pointed tops, resembling a multitude of shrunken sharpened pencils.
"This is a magical metal. Its state is nearly unalterable. Each piece is an independent unit, and we use this unit for measurement."
"From the machines that connect to the target planet of the slave race, to the equipment that transports items onto the planet, and even to the materials used for constructing the Survivor Fortress, this metal is essential. It is undoubtedly the core."
Jikesu reached into a groove on the control panel, and when he pulled his hand out, it was already wearing a delicate mechanical arm.
Under the control of this mechanical arm, Jack Su extracted a piece of Moon Age Gold from the collection and slowly extended it towards Ye Zhongming.
"Do not touch it directly. Although it won't cause major issues, the part you touch will induce a slight chemical reaction, affecting its purity, and its color will stain your skin, making it difficult to clean."
Ye Zhongming observed carefully, thought for a moment, wrapped his hand in his clothing, and then accepted the Moon Age Gold.
Even through his clothing, he felt a chill emanating from the metal.
What is this? Why does it feel as cold as ice?
As a top-tier craftsman, Ye Zhongming was highly sensitive to various materials. He often worked with premium metals like Ghost Gold and Drilling Sea Gold.
Yet, he had never encountered a metal that gave him such an... elusive feeling.
It felt as if he were holding not a metal, but a living creature.
"Are you stunned by its vitality?" Jikesu chuckled, "It is, after all, a highly active substance."
At this point, Jikesu began to pivot the conversation.
"Moon Age Gold is a valuable resource, the foundation of everything, so its preciousness is self-evident. Now that you have passed the garbage trial and become a novice, you are about to face a major test."
Ye Zhongming attempted to return the piece of Moon Age Gold to the 'main squad.' As he approached within about fifteen centimeters, a force naturally pulled it back, and after a slight movement, the main squad was neatly organized once more.
Amazing! That was all Ye Zhongming could think.
Seeing Ye Zhongming’s interest in Moon Age Gold, Jikesu smiled and did not mind; everyone behaves like that when they first encounter such a magical metal.
"What major test?"
Ye Zhongming asked.
"The novice battlefield," Jikesu replied, "or also known as the hope championship."
The King of Cloud Summit had an impulse to scratch his head; it reminded him too much of some annoying competitions from his childhood.
"Time is short. Specific details will be explained to you on the way, but I'll mention two things."
Jikesu returned the large bubbles on the ground to hovering above them, looking earnestly at Ye Zhongming, "You have one day to memorize all the characteristics of the parasitic creatures recorded by our Star-Eye Clan, and then choose your equipment before setting off. Along the way, aside from having someone explain everything about the novice battlefield, you will also need to familiarize yourself with your fellow participants and learn to cooperate."
Ye Zhongming looked at Jikesu with slight resignation.
How much does your Star-Eye Clan enjoy surprise attacks? The training just ended, and now I'm called here to absorb all this information about the universe, divine races, and slave races, just to prepare for departure? This is too fast!