bookbashuk Chapter 342 The Southern King Jin Yuyi
Chapter 342 The Southern King Jin Yuyi
Chapter 342 The Southern King Jin Yuyi
Upon hearing this, Xu Feng felt a chill run down his spine!
Is this voice the consciousness of the honeycomb storage hub itself?
Or is it reliant on some ancient AI within it?
It was able to analyze the characteristics of mental fluctuations and recognize that it was not a native of the Spirit Pivot Era!
Xiaofeng's expression changed slightly: "Peak Master, let's go quickly!"
However, Xu Feng pressed down on his shoulder, forcing himself to calm down, and said in a deep voice to the air, "I am the current guardian of this city, here to follow the ancient covenant and investigate unauthorized mental intrusion!"
silence.
A long silence.
Only the faint glow of the honeycomb crystals and the low hum of the ground runes could be heard.
Just as Xu Feng thought the other party would activate its defense mechanism, the voice sounded again, seemingly accepting the explanation: "Investigation—complies with the basic terms of the security protocol—"
"Limited access permitted"
"But—warning—"
His voice suddenly became serious, even carrying a hint of—urgency?
"Deep within the main city—it—has awakened—"
"It is—spying—"
"Don't go any deeper!"
"No link!"
Before the words were finished, the light in the beehive suddenly dimmed.
The rune array on the ground also quickly went out.
The sound abruptly stopped, as if forcibly cut off.
The entire hall fell silent once more.
Only the heavy breathing of Xu Feng and Xiao Feng could be heard.
"Let's go!" Xu Feng patted Xiao Feng and quickly retreated outside.
Before leaving, he glanced at the very core of the "hive," where a core of information similar to the one he had obtained earlier was embedded.
Xu Feng quickly put it away, but the "Honeycomb" didn't react at all.
He quickly left the area and then gathered everyone together to return to the statue of the Great Sage.
"Brother, what—what did it say last?" Xiaofeng's voice was a little hoarse.
Xu Feng's expression was solemn as he spoke slowly and deliberately: "It said that something has awakened deep within the main city and is spying on something."
"It warns us not to go too deep, not to connect."
The two exchanged a glance and saw the shock and chill in each other's eyes.
The Ling Shu Era was destroyed over countless years.
Deep within the main city—there are still "things" alive?
Moreover, can it "spy" through the Ling Shu network?
The words Xu Feng said when replying to the unknown voice were the same inconspicuous message he had just seen: "Unauthorized mental fluctuations have intruded, originating from the forbidden area of the main city."
Surprisingly, it actually worked.
"Let's get out of here first."
Xu Feng made a quick decision and led everyone out of the hall and back along the original route.
On the way, Chixu and the others told Xu Feng about the results of their preliminary search of the laboratory.
In addition to some incomplete technical blueprints, the group also obtained several intact parts of the Spirit Pivot.
"Walk!"
The group dared not linger and quickly evacuated the research institute and left the city without conducting any further exploration.
Xu Feng was genuinely frightened by what the intelligent voice said.
Upon returning to the wasteland, the retainer Yanshan couldn't help but ask, "Peak Master, what did we discover in 'Radiance' City?"
Xu Feng did not answer immediately, but pondered the warning that echoed in his mind.
After a moment, he shook his head: "We've discovered a more complete map, a control protocol for psionic sentries, and—"
He paused, then said in a low voice, "A warning."
"Deep within the main city of 'Enlightenment,' there may still exist some kind of—living danger."
Everyone's expression changed.
"This matter must be kept secret and not disclosed to outsiders."
Xu Feng's gaze swept over everyone: "Today's harvest, seal it all away, and I will distribute it after I sort it out."
"Now, let's go back to Jinpeng Peak."
"yes!"
An hour later.
Jinpeng Peak, deep underground.
Chamber of Secrets.
Twelve “strongmen,” each two meters tall, with dark silver bodies and pale gold runes flowing around their joints, were arranged neatly on both sides of the secret chamber like sculptures.
Their chests are open, revealing the intricate and complex spiritual core and energy circuits within.
Xu Feng stood before these warriors, his eyes slightly closed, his mental energy penetrating into the core structure of one of them.
"As described in the agreement, the 'Warrior' is a regular combat unit in the Spirit Pivot Era, whose primary function is to defend important facilities and fight against invaders."
Xu Feng recalled the contents of the agreement in his mind: "Under standard configuration, the basic strength of a Warrior is equivalent to that of a peak Limit Lord."
However, it is slow but has extremely strong defense.
The built-in "Spirit Source Core" can drive three basic attack modes:
A powerful punch, an energy surge, and—a combined attack array.
Combo Attack Array!
This is the part that most moved Hsu Feng.
According to the agreement.
Multiple warriors can coordinate their calculations to form a "combined attack array" that integrates offense and defense.
The combat power of the warriors in the formation will be superimposed, and they can even briefly unleash destructive power close to that of the Star God Realm!
But the problem is—
"The agreement clearly states that the control of the lower levels of all Spirit Pivot Guardians belongs to the central hub of the main city."
Secondary access is controlled by the research institutes in each city, and I do not have the authority to mobilize it. Maintenance orders also cannot make it fight, unless...
""
Xu Feng took a deep breath.
If these warriors cannot be used in combat, their value is greatly reduced.
"Unless—their control protocols are rewritten."
Xu Feng opened a statue of a strongman and carefully examined the control interface on its chest.
Inside the interface is a palm-sized "control crystal board" covered with micro-runes.
At the core of the crystal slab is a hexagonal memory crystal, which should contain the basic control logic of LiX.
"According to the technical specifications in the Huicheng database, the programming language controlling the crystal board is the unique spiritual symbol logic of the Ling Shu Era."
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"I need to understand this logic first, and then try to modify it—and quickly, within what it calls three standard times."
Otherwise, the temporary permissions will be revoked... And now, more than two hours have passed since I applied for the permissions and returned.
This is almost unbelievable for ordinary people.
However, Hsu Feng has two advantages:
First, he possesses a wealth of basic spiritual knowledge instilled by the information core of "Chen" City, including an introductory tutorial on "Spiritual Talisman Logic".
Secondly, his mental strength is extremely powerful, which makes his thinking speed, memory, and calculation abilities far exceed those of ordinary people.
"Give it a try."
Xu Feng took a deep breath, condensed his mental energy into a thin thread, and carefully probed into the control crystal plate.
Buzz—
The runes on the surface of the crystal plate lit up one by one.
A massive flow of information surged into Xu Feng's consciousness like a waterfall.
That's the entire control command set, action logic, and energy scheduling algorithm of the Warrior.
It's so complicated it's dizzying.
But Xu Feng forced himself to remain calm and analyzed the information line by line using the rules of "spiritual talisman logic".
Time slipped away quietly in the quiet room.
Before we knew it, another two hours had passed.
Xu Feng remained in the same position, fine beads of sweat appearing on his forehead, but the light in his eyes grew brighter and brighter.
Suddenly, Xu Feng opened his eyes, his pupils shimmering with silver light, as if countless runes were being created and destroyed within them.
"I see----"
"Permissions provide authentication, while command runes drive specific actions."
"Found it————"
"The core verification module of the control protocol—the permission verification layer."
"Before any instruction is executed, it must pass through this layer of verification to confirm that the source of the instruction has sufficient permissions."
While repeatedly analyzing the control protocol, he discovered that the designers had reserved a "dynamic adaptation interface" in the core verification layer.
This seems to be to ensure that different models and batches of Ling Shu Guardians are compatible with the same instruction system.
The "adaptation key" for this interface is hidden in the underlying code of the "city backup core"!
"The AI of the Huicheng Research Institute says I possess the Morning City-3 backup core," with a privilege level of Class B.
"Level B authority, within the Ling Shu Era's system, is equivalent to the level of 'Urban Management Vice-Officer' or 'Senior Researcher,' allowing for the temporary mobilization of a portion of the city's defense forces."
"I used 'temporary authentication' to inject the rewritten control commands through the adapted interface —"
A glint of light flashed in Xu Feng's eyes.
Just do it.
He muttered to himself, his fingers tracing lines in the air.
A wisp of spiritual power condensed into a tangible silver thread, outlining complex and ancient spiritual runes in the air.
a moment.
Buzz————
The strongman's eyes suddenly lit up with a dim red light, and he entered "standby mode".
Immediately afterwards, Xu Feng searched through the pile of things they brought back and actually found the repair tools.
For a moment, Xu Feng felt as if he had returned to the time when he was repairing communicators.
He knows these things very well.
soon.
A deep voice emanated from the strongman's mouth: "Temporary access authentication — Frequency adjustment — Fluctuation matching — Code modification in progress..."
'
After a few breaths—
The red light in the strongman's eyes suddenly turned into a soft pale gold!
A pale golden light spread from the core, flowed throughout the body, and finally condensed on the forehead into a complex emblem that subtly resonated with Xu Feng's spiritual imprint!
"Instruction rewriting complete. New master privileges bound to: current operator (mental imprint code: *******)."
Obedience level: Absolute.
Command response delay: 0.05 standard interest points.
After that, the entire "Hercules" fell silent once again.
Xu Feng immediately reinstalled the energy core.
Soon, the strongman he called "Number 1" slowly stood up, turned to Xu Feng, knelt on one knee, and lowered his head.
A voice devoid of any emotion, yet exuding absolute obedience, resounded directly in Xu Feng's mind: "Warrior-1, awaiting orders."
Xu Feng let out a long breath, his face revealing uncontrollable ecstasy!
Become!
It really did!
This Spirit Guardian, whose strength is comparable to that of an ultimate war god, now only obeys his orders!
"Get up." Xu Feng tried to give the first command.
Hercules No. 1 rose to his feet in response, his movements fluid and natural, just like a living martial artist.
"Practice basic combat maneuvers."
Hercules No. 1 immediately darted and weaved through the secret chamber, unleashing punches, palm strikes, elbow strikes, knee strikes, and kicks—
Each strike carried a profound and weighty sense of power, the sound of it cutting through the air as deep and muffled as thunder.
Although no energy was used, the basic strength and speed of this Spirit Pivot body alone were enough to rival most ultimate war gods!
Xu Feng became more and more satisfied as he looked at it.
"Very good, entering standby mode."
Hercules No. 1 immediately stopped and returned to its original position.
The light in its eyes dimmed, and it re-entered low-power mode.
With the experience of the first success, things went much more smoothly afterward.
Xu Feng followed the same method and began rewriting the control code for the remaining eleven warriors.
However, his temporary permissions suddenly expired after he only modified the fifth one.
"Failed..." Xu Feng wasn't too disappointed, after all, at least four had succeeded.
Although the remaining warriors are no longer usable, they can at least serve as replacement parts and backup energy sources.
"Based on this calculation, three standard times would take approximately six hours..."
""
Xu Feng glanced at the time, then rubbed his temples and sat down to rest.
Even if there are only four warriors, they are still four loyal henchmen at the level of ultimate war gods!
This is equivalent to instantly gaining a personal guard composed of top-tier experts!
Moreover, he was different from retainers like Xiaofeng and Chixu.
The strongman has no self-awareness, cannot betray, has no fear, and is absolutely obedient.
It can perform any dangerous task.
Their value even exceeds that of an equal number of real-life ultimate warriors!
"With these, many plans that we didn't dare to make before can now be put on the agenda —"
A cold glint flashed in Xu Feng's eyes.
Isn't the Master of the Deadwood Peak coveting the divine tree within his own body?
Weren't you planning a sneak attack?
Now, let's see who ambushes whom!
"However—Lishi's energy is a problem."
Xu Feng calmed down and examined the spiritual core on the warrior's chest.
Even with backup energy cores, we can't just sit around and wait for them to run out.
These cores have lost most of their energy over the long years, and the 12 cores will be used up soon.
The more of this kind of thing, the better.
"We need to find 'Spirit Crystals' to replenish our supplies, or—build a dedicated charging facility."
Xu Feng learned from the information in the backup core that the Ling Shu Era used a highly condensed "Spirit Crystal" as a universal energy source.
Such spirit crystals should still exist in the Ling Shu Relics, but it will take time to find them.
After putting away the warrior, Xu Feng stretched and walked out of the secret room.
Xiaofeng, who was guarding outside the door, immediately went to greet him: "Brother..."
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Xu Feng glanced at him: "Have Chi Xu quickly organize the maps we brought back from Hui City, and make rubbings of the main city map as soon as possible, then distribute them to everyone."
"Have Silvermane increase vigilance within the peak, especially at night."
Also, send someone to keep an eye on the Drywood Peak area. If there is any unusual activity, report to me immediately.
"yes!"
A series of orders were issued, and Xiaofeng obeyed and left.
Xu Feng returned to the main hall's quiet room, but did not rest.
He took out the jade slip that recorded the "structural map of the entire Huicheng territory" and immersed his spiritual energy in it.
A grand and detailed three-dimensional map unfolds in my mind.
Unlike "Chen" City, which mainly undertakes the function of "elixir refining".
The city of "Radiance" is designated for "psychic research," and its important facilities are clearly marked on the map.
Xu Feng was particularly looking for facilities that might store energy storage items.
He wasn't in a hurry to explore the main city.
Let's explore the remaining areas of "Radiance" City first, and collect more spirit crystals and technical data before we talk about anything else.
Once the warriors have replenished their energy and gained a deeper understanding of the Spirit Pivot runes, they can then consider whether to enter the main city.
Then, he took out the "information core" from the "Hui" City Hive.
If the mysterious voice hadn't been cut off by some force, he really wouldn't have dared to take this thing.
Probing with my mental energy, I found, as expected, a wealth of information inside.
Xu Feng quickly found information about the "Ling Shu Creation Design Principles".
With practical experience in operating a strongman, learning these theories becomes much more efficient.
"I see—the essence of the Spiritual Pivot runes is the standardized encoding of 'spiritual energy,' a special kind of energy."
"Different rune combinations are equivalent to different programs."
Able to manipulate spiritual energy to achieve specific functions—attack, defense, movement, healing, storage, communication—
"And the creations of the Spiritual Pivot are the hardware platform that carries these 'spiritual energy programs.'"
Xu Feng absorbed this knowledge with great eagerness.
He vaguely sensed that the technological system of the Spirit Pivot Era had some deep commonalities with the cultivation of Qi and Blood Martial Arts, Power, Domain, and Mind Power.
If we can integrate and apply this knowledge, we might be able to forge a path that has never been trodden before!
For the next few days, Xu Feng stayed home and rarely went out.
During the day, he studies the runes of the Spirit Pivot, and at night he enters a secret chamber to try to repair some of the less damaged Spirit Pivot parts brought back from the ruins with limited materials.
He even successfully repaired a palm-sized portable spiritual device used as a "local defensive energy shield".
Once activated, it can instantly form a circular shield that covers a radius of three meters around the target, protecting it within.
It can withstand up to three full-force attacks from a "Hercules".
Although the function is simple.
This confirms that his understanding of the Ling Shu technique is rapidly deepening.
really.
As Xu Feng learned, a corresponding level of proficiency appeared on the panel, and he quickly progressed to the "proficient" level.
These spiritual rune arrays bear a striking resemblance to the scriptures on rune arrays in the Little Azure Sky Mountain Scripture Pavilion.
Therefore, Xu Feng could deduce that the array formation knowledge possessed by these alien races was inherited from the Ling Shu civilization.
Ling Shu Basic Rune Array - Beginner (15/200)
Ling Shu Creation Maintenance and Repair - Proficient (20/400)
"Very good." Looking at the information on the panel, Xu Feng nodded in satisfaction.
The next morning.
When Xu Feng got up and walked out of the main hall to rest.
Xiaofeng was already waiting outside. Upon seeing Xu Feng, he immediately stepped forward and asked, "Brother, you haven't rested all night?"
"It's alright," Xu Feng waved his hand. "How's the situation inside the peak?"
Xiao Feng chuckled and said, "Everything is normal. Li Wen sent back a message that a group of humans tried to break into the ruins, but he repelled them."
Xu Feng smiled slightly and nodded.
"in addition----"
Xiaofeng paused, then whispered, "There's some movement coming from Kumu Peak."
Xu Feng's eyes narrowed: "What's that noise?"
"The master of the withered tree peak left the mountain early this morning, and his direction seems to be—Tian Shu Peak."
"Tian Shu Peak?" Xu Feng frowned. "He went to see the two envoys?"
"Uncertain. But our informants report that Peak Master Kumu was in a hurry and his complexion didn't seem too good."
Xu Feng pondered.
Why did the withered tree go to see the envoy at this time?
To complain? To exert pressure? Or—to seek some kind of permission?
Xu Feng didn't pay any attention.
The key is to remain unchanged amidst all changes.
That evening.
Xu Feng was in the quiet room working out a complex array of "psychic shield" runes, while Li Wen returned safely with Ah She.
After Xu Feng opened the new secret room, Li Wen was about to ask some questions when he heard Xu Feng say, "You can talk freely here. I've installed a new shielding device that even Star God Realm experts can't see through."
He pointed to a spiritual artifact on the ceiling of the secret chamber and said with a smile.
Li Wen was not surprised by this: "A creation of the Ling Shu civilization?"
Xu Feng nodded: "Yes, I've acquired some knowledge and am learning how to use it."
Li Wen then said, "By the way, Li Tianlang and the others have safely evacuated the Chencheng Ruins and made a great haul. The detailed list has been sent back to Base Nine."
In addition, we found traces of the activity of the Kumu Peak scouts near the entrance to the ruins.
The other party was cautious and did not approach, but only observed from a distance.
Xu Feng's eyes narrowed.
The people from Kumu Peak were still watching, just as expected.
"I understand. Never mind them. There's nothing important in that place anymore."
Even if there are any, they'll only be scraps. We can have Cangya take some wolves to guard them later.
Li Wen nodded: "By the way, what are you planning to do next? Will you continue to lie low like this?"
Those two Star God Realm experts were just too focused on you, so they didn't notice anything unusual about you.
Once they investigate carefully, they will surely discover the flaws in your disguise. Don't underestimate the Star God Realm.
"We can't wait until then," Xu Feng chuckled. "Once I've obtained the information cores of all four garrison cities and have a complete map of the main city, we can retreat."
"Is this site very important?" Li asked in surprise.
Xu Feng nodded solemnly: "Important? If we can figure it out clearly... sweeping away the 13th Dimensional Realm won't be a problem."
As he spoke, Xu Feng flipped his hand and took out a "Warrior" statue, saying, "Try its power."
A few minutes later.
Li Wen, looking shocked, withdrew his fist and stared at Xu Feng: "How many strongmen like that can you control?"
"Three Venerable Ones!" Xu Feng said with a smile.
at the same time.
Deep within the Deadwood Peak.
Inside the trunk of the ancient tree that had been entwined around the entire summit for thousands of years, a pair of murky and greedy eyes were slowly opening.
Its gaze seemed to pierce through the mountain rocks and the night, locking onto the direction of Jinpeng Peak.
"The aura of the divine tree is becoming increasingly clear."
A hoarse whisper echoed in the empty tree hollow.
"Soon—almost there—"
"Once I complete the 'Ten Thousand Trees Converging Formation'—your death will be imminent—"
"That supreme divine object—should rightfully belong to me—"
In the darkness, the rustling sound of withered fingers rubbing against the tree wall could be heard.
The withered tree peak master was seen carving runes onto his body with each stroke.
A faint energy of heaven and earth continuously gathered around him, causing his originally aged and withered limbs to gradually become plump and tender.
Like spring returning to life.
a few days later.
Inside Xiaoqingqiong Mountain.
Nine bells rang, and the twelve peak masters of Xiaoqingqiong Mountain, still within the mountain, gathered at the Tian Shu Hall.
Today, the Imperial Court of Tianfeng has sent an envoy to visit us.
Ostensibly it was to "resolve past grievances," but in reality it implied a test of their true intentions.
Envoys Lingfeng and Youquan sat in the main seats, their expressions indifferent.
Below, the twelve peak masters stood in order.
Xu Feng stood at the tenth peak, his expression calm, but his gaze subtly swept over the entrance to the main hall.
He was initially unwilling to participate in this meeting.
However, the two envoys personally specified that the top ten peak masters must be present.
"The Heavenly Wind Imperial Court, through its envoy Jin Yuyi, has arrived—"
The names of the attendees were announced from outside the hall.
Xu Feng's pupils contracted slightly.
Jin Yuyi?
This name sounds familiar.
Soon, a figure stepped into the hall.
The newcomer was dressed in a dark gold feather robe, with a handsome face that was almost otherworldly, long and narrow eyebrows, and deep within his pupils, there seemed to be golden vortexes flowing.
What is most striking is the golden feathers covering his skin.
Each feather shimmered with a metallic sheen, its edges sharp as knives.
It's him! ! !
The Southern King, Jin Yuyi!
Xu Feng's pupils suddenly contracted.