In a simulated life scenario, how do you defy fate and change your destiny every time?

Tiger Prison Star.

Inside the main hall of the ruling palace.

A burly figure, two meters tall and dressed in combat gear, was walking through the deep, dark tunnel.

If Gu Yao were here, she would definitely recognize him at a glance.

This person is the chief governor of Hulao Star, and also the only fifth-tier mecha pilot.

Peng Bao!

It's just different from his usual kind and approachable image on television.

At this moment, his aura was cold and violent, and his indifferent eyes were devoid of any emotion, like a wild beast ready to devour its prey!
After walking through a long underground passage, he finally arrived at a large secret base.

The base was covered in insect eggs and slime, looking like a breeding ground for the Dark Zerg.

In particular, at the very center of the base, there was a blood-red insect egg.

The insect egg was oval-shaped, like an upright egg, and was about three meters tall.

Through the uneven, blood-red membrane, one could vaguely see something wriggling inside.

Just like a beating heart, it exudes a strong sense of threat!

Elsewhere in the base, a dozen humanoid Zerg warriors were carefully feeding the blood-red insect egg with various nutrient solutions, much like nannies.

When Peng Bao first stepped into this place.

Then several Zerg warriors, like ghosts, emerged from the shadows and blocked his way.

They have long, narrow bodies, reaching up to five meters in height, covered in jet-black scales, and have a tail with sharp spikes.

The compound eyes on its head gleamed with a cold green light, allowing it to perceive everything around it from every angle.

A pair of scythe-shaped forelimbs, as sharp as blades, can easily cut through most metal or mechs.

Tier 4 Zerg Predator!
They are perfect creations born for slaughter, bringing disaster and death the moment they appear!
Upon seeing Peng Bao appear, the insectoid predators immediately let out a dangerous roar, warning him not to approach.

"You went to all this trouble just to send this thing to Hulao Star?"

Peng Bao glanced at the blood-red insect egg and sneered.

Although he has been infected by the will of the Hive, he still retains a certain degree of autonomy; otherwise, it would be difficult for him to pass the Covenant's rigorous tests.

Hear him say that.

The insectoid predators immediately blocked the way in front of the blood-red insect egg, seemingly afraid that Peng Bao would harm it.

Because this is a Tier 7 Zerg hive, capable of hatching a Tier 7 Zerg Queen!
Once the Zerg Queen is born, Hulao Star can be transformed into a Zerg hive, thus breeding an endless stream of trillions of Zerg warriors.

At that time, not only will Shenmu Star be destroyed, but the entire Prison Dragon Star System and the Terra Empire will also face annihilation!
“This matter has nothing to do with you. As agreed, you only need to help us transform this planet into a Zerg hive, and then you can leave the Terra Empire with whatever you want.”

"Or you could choose to join the great Hive Will, after all, our Zerg reputation is far superior to your Covenant's."

The other dozen or so Zerg warriors also put down what they were doing and surrounded them from all directions.

One of the aged Zerg warriors had his compound eyes flicker slightly, conveying a wisp of spiritual energy.

"If it weren't for your damned hive will modifying some of my cultivation techniques, how could I have ended up in this state?"

Peng Bao snorted coldly, not believing the other party's nonsense at all.

"Also, things have escalated to this point. When exactly will your Zerg fleet arrive?"

“If this drags on for too long, the Covenant will definitely realize something is wrong.”

"We need enough energy and flesh to open the void passage; at least a billion people will need to be sacrificed."

The aged Zerg warrior replied immediately.

"Ten large cities?"

Peng Bao's eyes flashed, and after a moment's thought, he made a decision.

……

at the same time.

the other side.

"Hello."

South Shore District.

The cultivation room in my own house.

As soon as Lu Yuan accepted the communication request, a woman appeared in front of him.

The woman was around thirty years old and not particularly beautiful.

But after years of refinement, it becomes like a perfectly ripe peach, possessing a unique charm.

She had a neat and capable short haircut, which clearly indicated that she had a decisive and efficient personality.

Especially those eyes, which were as sharp as swords, seemed to be able to see through people's hearts and easily guess what others were thinking.

"Hello, my name is Xia Qing."

"Yaoyao has already told me about it. I have the cultivation techniques, but I don't know what you have to offer to convince me?"

Xia Qing went straight to the point and asked directly.

"It's very simple. As long as you can provide enough cultivation techniques or secret manuals, I can help you get rid of Peng Bao."

Lu Yuan's expression was calm, but what he said startled Xia Qing.

“You should know very well that Peng Bao, as the lord of a star, can activate the planetary defense system of Hulao Star at any time.”

"If you add his own strength and that Obsidian Mech, he might even be able to fight against a sixth-tier professional."

Although Xia Qing had been paying close attention to Lu Yuan for more than half a year, and had even tried to recruit him into the Silver Moon organization.

But no matter how much she thought highly of Lu Yuan, she didn't believe he had the strength to fight Peng Bao.

"You've got one thing wrong."

"If Peng Bao has truly become a Zerg puppet, then his current combat strength may already be comparable to that of a sixth-tier professional."

Lu Yuan said calmly.

However, he knew that words were not enough, so in order to be more convincing, he decided to show Xia Qing his skills directly.

The voice just fell.

Under Xia Qing's incredulous gaze.

The training room, which spans several hundred square meters, seemed to have suddenly lost its gravity.

All the tables, chairs, exercise equipment, and even the countless dust particles on the ground were suspended in mid-air, creating a truly awe-inspiring sight!
"Is this telekinesis?"

Xia Qing's pupils constricted, and she couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

Those who specialize in mental power can retrieve objects remotely or manipulate various items with their mental power.

But a mentalist like Lu Yuan, who can manipulate even the dust on the ground with such precision, must be at least a fourth-tier professional!
Xia Qing hadn't finished speaking yet.

Then they saw lightning flash in the void, and bursts of thunder appeared.

Countless purple arcs of electricity suddenly surged around Lu Yuan, instantly turning the area into a sea of ​​lightning!
This is not counting.

Under Xia Qing's incredulous gaze.

The thousands upon thousands of purple lightning bolts moved like snakes among the tables, chairs, and benches, yet they did not damage any of the furniture in the slightest.

This clearly requires an almost superhuman level of control and mental fortitude to accomplish all this inconceivable feat.

"Spells, telekinesis... So you're a cultivator?"

Xia Qing was shocked, finally understanding what Lu Yuan's trump card was.

Moreover, judging from Lu Yuan's relaxed and casual demeanor, it seemed that he hadn't even used his full strength.

Such a powerful divine sense must belong to at least a Core Formation expert!
Moreover, Xia Qing had seen Lu Yuan's file and knew that although he possessed a superior spiritual root.

However, due to a lack of resources, he was just an ordinary middle school student who was weak and sickly until he was sixteen.

But how long has it been, and he has already become a genuine Core Formation expert?
What kind of heaven-defying cultivation speed is this? Thinking about this...

Even Xia Qing, who usually controls her emotions very well, was feeling dizzy and couldn't speak for a long time.

After a long time.

She finally let out a long breath, barely managing to calm the shock in her heart.

"I agree to your conditions and will use all means and channels to help you collect cultivation techniques and secret manuals as much as possible."

"But let me make this clear first, I can only get introductory manuals for the Qi Refining level, not Foundation Establishment or Core Formation techniques."

Xia Qing looked at Lu Yuan's confident appearance and hesitated, as if she wanted to say something, but after thinking about it, she swallowed the words that were about to come out.

Under normal circumstances.

Even if a cultivator obtains a cultivation technique or secret manual, it is difficult for them to increase their combat power rapidly in a short period of time.

Moreover, there is a difference of two major realms between Lu Yuan and Peng Bao.

Moreover, the cultivation techniques in Xia Qing's hands are just some low-grade, common stuff. Even if Lu Yuan has great talent, how could he possibly become a Nascent Soul cultivator with these secret manuals?
"Any cultivation method will do."

Lu Yuan said dismissively.

He had previously tried to use the power of the Cloud Sky Group to collect various low-level cultivation techniques.

However, resources like these, which are strictly controlled by the Covenant, will only circulate within the upper echelons of the governing body, even if they fall into the outside world.

Moreover, he possesses the ability to reverse cause and effect, allowing him to perfect any low-level technique in one step.

After the cooperation was reached.

Lu Yuan ended the video call, and with a slight thought, all the tables and chairs returned to their original positions.

Xia Qing is also very efficient at doing things.

In less than half a day, Lu Yuan received an alloy briefcase.

Upon opening the suitcase, seven handwritten secret manuals were found inside.

"Is it because the Dark Zerg are attacking that the higher-ups of those factions are resorting to desperate measures?"

Lu Yuan pondered to himself.

After all, within the Star Alliance, even a random Qi Refining stage cultivation technique is priceless.

However, Xia Qing took out seven books in one go, clearly indicating that she had been driven to a dead end by the Dark Insect Clan.

So to some extent...

Lu Yuan should actually thank the Dark Insect Clan. If it weren't for their attack, how could he have so easily obtained so many cultivation techniques?
Followed by.

Lu Yuan picked up these cultivation manuals and read them through one by one, gaining a deeper understanding of the laws of heaven and earth in this world.

Although these secret manuals seemed extremely rudimentary to him.

But all he needed was a reference point.

At last.

Drawing upon his accumulated cultivation experience from multiple reincarnations, Lu Yuan absorbed the essence of all the secret manuals.

Based on this, further improvements and refinements were made, resulting in the creation of two new techniques!
[Talent: Reversing Cause and Effect]

[Number of future results that can be anticipated: 2/4]

[Pre-paid results: Purple Cloud Divine Technique - Beginner Level (25%), Tier 3 Mech Mastery (6%)]

[Available advance rewards: Gun Master, Novice Hacker, Weapon Master (proficient in using various weapons), Blood Blade Combat Technique (Fourth-Tier Killing Martial Art), Holy Sun Burning Heaven Technique - Beginner's Guide, Great Sun Golden Cicada Skill - Beginner's Guide...]

[Abilities Mastered: Level 2 Mech Mastery, Complete Military Path Killing Fist, Innate Qi Hunyuan Gong]

Holy Sun Burning Heaven Technique!

The supreme body-refining technique can transform countless energies into vast essence, making the blood and qi as hot as magma, and greatly enhancing the strength of the physical body.

If one cultivates to the highest level, burning mountains and boiling seas, splitting the heavens and earth, and being reborn from a drop of blood are all within one's grasp!
Great Sun Golden Cicada Technique!
Before the autumn winds blow, the cicadas are already awakened.

This is a spirit-refining technique created by Lu Yuan, which can temper the divine sense to its extreme.

Not a fly can land, not even a feather can be added.

In the end, his divine sense solidified into a tangible form, like a blazing sun that could reduce the enemy's soul to ashes with a single ray of light from afar!
"Cultivators in this world emphasize the perfection of physical body, magical power, and spiritual soul."

"The Purple Cloud Divine Technique refines Qi, the Holy Sun Burning Heaven Technique refines the body, and the Great Sun Golden Cicada Technique refines the spirit."

"Only when all three advance simultaneously can one achieve the invincible Golden Core!"

Lu Yuan said with bright eyes.

He didn't waste any time and directly used the remaining two slots to advance the cultivation results of these two techniques.

"boom!"

next moment.

His blood and qi suddenly became incredibly hot and scalding, and his entire body was like a volcano about to erupt, containing unimaginable terrifying energy.

His spiritual strength also increased wildly, improving significantly with almost every breath.

Ten li, fifteen li, twenty li...

In just a few minutes, the range of his divine sense expanded to a radius of thirty miles, almost covering the entire Qiuye City!
Not only that.

The law patterns on the surface of his immortal-grade golden core also became increasingly complex and profound.

Eternal and immortal, indestructible through countless eons.

Even a mere ripple caused the void to crack and creak, as if it could not withstand the pressure and was on the verge of breaking apart and collapsing!
At this point.

Lu Yuan's physical body, magical power, and divine soul have all reached their limit, making him an invincible Golden Core cultivator!

"Still no breakthrough?"

Lu Yuan opened his eyes and muttered to himself.

In fact.

His current strength is already very close to the Nascent Soul realm.

Under normal circumstances, he should have become a Nascent Soul expert long ago.

But he could vaguely sense that he was being suppressed by some kind of force, which prevented him from breaking through that barrier.

"Is it because I haven't yet survived the Golden Core Tribulation and haven't fully recovered my cultivation experience from the introductory chapter of the Purple Cloud Divine Technique?"

Lu Yuan seemed to have grasped something.

The tribulation of heaven and earth is something every Core Formation cultivator must face.

However, due to his "reversal of cause and effect," he skipped the tribulation process and became a Core Formation Perfection expert.

But no matter what, this step still needs to be completed.

Moreover, before he has completed his cultivation experience, it will be difficult for him to continue to draw upon the cultivation achievements of the Nascent Soul realm.

"Although I haven't broken through yet, I'm more than capable of dealing with Peng Bao."

Lu Yuan said confidently.

Immortal-grade Golden Elixir has only appeared in legends. Even on those great cultivation stars rich in spiritual energy, such an unparalleled genius has never been born.

Moreover, his physical body, magical power, and divine soul are all at their peak. Dealing with a fifth-level mecha pilot would be a piece of cake for him.
"Wow!"

That is, he had only recently made a breakthrough.

With a slight thought, Lu Yuan heard the sound of a howling wind.

He looked up at the sky outside the window and saw a thick, dark cloud that blotted out the sun, rapidly spreading towards them.

But when he scanned it with his divine sense, his expression suddenly changed drastically.

Because that dark cloud was actually a swarm of insects formed by countless dark insectoids!
It was overwhelming and endless.

Like dark clouds pressing down on the city, the entire Autumn Leaf City was instantly plunged into darkness! (End of Chapter)