Pretending to be a genius starts with the civilization advancement assessment.

Chapter 389 Annihilation and Surprise

A journey of seventeen standard days seemed utterly monotonous in the desolate void of space.

Within the divine realm, Lin Yi's main body and his clone were immersed in studying the "Illusory Annihilation Record" and practicing the "Space-Time Life-Death Illusory Annihilation Point," making the most of every second to familiarize themselves with the profound mysteries of the Dominator's Secret Manual.

When the spaceship reached the edge of the selected dark nebula region, Xuanji's notification pulled Lin Yi's attention back from his cultivation.

"Master, we have arrived at the outer edge of the target Dark Nebula Shadow Belt. Preliminary detection indicates an abnormal internal energy spectrum, the presence of a strong gravitational lensing effect source, and significant fluctuations in the laws of darkness have been detected."

The spaceship slowed down, like a ghost blending into the darkness of the background, and slowly glided into the vast nebula composed of thin gas, dust and ice crystals.

Starlight was severely obscured here, and the field of vision was a hazy darkness, with only the faint probe waves from the spacecraft itself and the occasional streaks of light brought by the passing high-energy particle streams.

After venturing into the nebula for about half a day's light distance, the sight ahead made Lin Yi's eyes light up slightly.

That was an extremely rare cosmic spectacle.

At the core of the dark nebula lies a relatively empty cavity with a diameter of several million kilometers.

In the center of the cavity, dozens of dark purple crystals of varying sizes and irregular shapes floated.

These crystals, as if possessing life, slowly revolve around an invisible gravitational source at the center of the cavity. Their surfaces flow with a dark luster that seems capable of devouring all light, and bursts of dark laws emanate from them, constantly extinguishing their faint glow upon contact with the surrounding sparse nebulous matter.

Lin Yi's heart stirred, and then an invisible wave spread out from between his eyebrows, sweeping over the dark purple crystals.

A moment later, the information fed back by the Origin Tower imprint was directly presented in his consciousness.

[Shadow Core (Unprocessed)]

[Implication of the Law: The Law of Darkness (Pure)]

[Preliminary Value Assessment: Approximately 200 million Shiyu Tower Points (total).]

"200 million points."

A glint of light flashed in Lin Yi's eyes.

Indeed, high risk comes with high reward.

Moreover, this is just a natural output from a relatively calm area within the 45th floor.

The process of collecting these Shadow Cores went smoothly, without encountering any guardian beasts or traps.

Clearly, in such a vast and mysterious space, not every resource point is fraught with danger; luck and meticulous exploration are equally important.

After storing all the Shadow Cores in a specially made storage box, Lin Yi didn't linger. Xuanji replanned the flight path based on the new environmental scan data, and the spaceship started up again, like a cautious hunter, continuing to sneak into the deeper part of the dark nebula where the energy reactions were more complex.

Time flew by amidst cultivation, exploration, and the occasional battles with small-scale interstellar beasts.

Three hundred standard years pass in the blink of an eye.

During this period, Lin Yi discovered six valuable resource sites.

Three of them are law-condensed objects similar to "Shadow Cores," two are rare cosmic metal deposits, and one is a "turbulent crystal" containing special spacetime ripples.

On this day, the Fearless Avatar was piloting the spaceship, routinely scanning an area filled with pale golden stardust.

Suddenly, Xuanji's voice rang out in the control room, carrying a rare fluctuation:

"Master, received a Pan-Spirit Alliance standard wide-area signal. Signal source encryption level: High. Summary: I am Luna of the Spirit Race. I have discovered the high-value cosmic wonder 'Lake of Flowing Light.' Preliminary detection estimates the value of its core treasure to exceed 5000 million points in the Primordial Universe Tower. However, the wonder is guarded by a massive swarm of 'Light-Eating Rays,' which are suspected to have a leader. Due to insufficient strength to deal with it alone, I am now publicly summoning Pan-Spirit Alliance allies in the vicinity to jointly eliminate it and share the spoils."

Lin Yi narrowed his eyes slightly.

Core treasures with over 5000 million points may also contain other auxiliary resources.

This is far more valuable than any single resource point he discovered on his own.

There are certainly risks; public signals may attract unnecessary attention, and joint operations may lead to disputes over distribution, but the benefits are equally tempting.

"Xuanji, retrieve the known information about Luna and the Light-Eating Ray Clan."

Lin Yi gave the order.

"Yes, Master. Luna, Spirit Race, High God Level, Light-Eating Ray Database Comparison: Common predatory beasts in the Star Sea, they prefer to live in groups, inhabiting environments with high light or special radiation, feeding on light energy and rare minerals, with hard shells, possessing a certain degree of light-based laws and refraction abilities, posing a great threat when in groups. Leader-level individuals usually possess the strength of a High God."

Lin Yi pondered for a moment.

While solo exploration during this period is safe, there is always a limit to its efficiency. Appropriate collaboration, especially when facing tough challenges that require cooperation, is an important way to efficiently earn points.

"A response signal. Indicating an intention to participate in the joint effort."

Lin Yi made a decision.

“Signal received. Confirmation and specific assembly coordinates received.” Xuanji responded quickly.

Lin Yi nodded, and the spaceship adjusted its course, heading at full speed toward the rendezvous point.

Approximately six standard hours later, the spacecraft arrived in a relatively empty interstellar space.

In the distance, two spaceships with very different styles were already hovering silently.

The ship is pure white, with elegant and smooth lines, and faint holy light patterns flowing on its surface, which is a typical style of the Holy Radiance Clan.

The other ship resembles a giant, crystalline leaf, showcasing the unique beauty of the Eldar's fusion of life and crystal.

As Lin Yi's unassuming "Shadow Shuttle" approached, the two opposing spaceships clearly also conducted a probe.

Soon, a gentle male voice from the Holy Radiance Clan and a clear, melodious female voice from the Spirit Clan came simultaneously through the public channel, using the common language of the Pan-Spirit Alliance:
"Please identify yourself."

Lin Yi calmly replied, "Human race, Lin Yi."

His decision to use his real identity was based on multiple considerations.

Changing one's appearance is mainly to prevent targeted hunting by the Abyss Clan and the Eclipse Clan. Within the Pan-Spirit Alliance, keeping one's identity secret is not very important; on the contrary, it may arouse suspicion among collaborators by hiding one's identity.

More importantly, within the Pan-Spirit Alliance, the name "Lin Yi" represents not only a genius, but also potential and a certain degree of "influence".

Just like in the Sacred Tree Secret Realm, Ya tide chose to give him her chance to save her life at the last moment, in order to forge a good relationship. Revealing one's identity is equivalent to an invisible guarantee and deterrence.

A wise and capable person, when it comes to the distribution of high-value treasures, will consider long-term interests and human relationships more than easily offending this widely regarded "future giant" for a one-time gain.

This provides greater security and facilitates cooperation than an identity of unknown origin.

Sure enough, as he announced his name, a gasp of surprise came from the public channel.

"Lin Yi? Is that Lin Yi from the Star Origin Society?" The Holy Radiance Clan deity was clearly somewhat surprised.

"Lord Lin Yi of the Human Race?" The voice of the Spirit Race Goddess was relatively restrained, but the shock was still evident. "I didn't expect to meet you here. According to previous information, shouldn't you be..."

Lin Yi replied directly, his tone calm, "I've had some fortuitous encounters, and my strength has improved slightly."

"Lord Lin Yi truly lives up to his reputation," the Holy Radiance Clan deity remarked, then his tone became warmer, "I am Hui Lie of the Holy Radiance Clan."

"Ling Clan, Luna." The Ling Clan goddess Ling also introduced herself solemnly again, her voice clear and cold but not lacking in politeness, "I have long admired Lord Lin Yi's name, it is an honor to meet you today."

"You're too kind, both of you," Lin Yi replied. "What's the specific situation?"

Hui Lie picked up the conversation: "I also received the message and arrived here half a standard year before you. Our initial remote detection revealed that a Seven-Colored Illusionary Light Tree grows on the island of Flowing Light Lake. The condensed Illusionary Light Fruit and the tree itself are extremely valuable. However, more than three thousand Light-Eating Rays inhabit the airspace and surrounding areas of the lake, including twenty ordinary gods, three powerful gods, and one leader whose strength is estimated to be at the level of a high god. Luna and I alone cannot deal with them, so we have been sending joint signals and waiting for other allies to pass by."

Luna added, "We have conducted a preliminary survey of the terrain. The lake is located in a gravitational disturbance zone, and its spatial structure is relatively fragile. Large-scale energy impacts require caution. The Light-Eating Ray swarm is very vigilant and has the habit of taking turns patrolling. It would be best to develop a tactic to attract and weaken them in batches, and then concentrate our forces to defeat the leader."

Lin Yi listened silently, and combined the more detailed scan data that Xuanji was simultaneously scanning, quickly making an assessment in his mind.

This configuration indeed requires at least three high-ranking deities to work together, and they must coordinate well.

"I agree to a joint operation to eliminate them," Lin Yi stated. "What are your proposals regarding the distribution of the spoils?"

Luna said, "According to the conventions of joint explorations by the Pan-Spirit Alliance, rewards are usually distributed according to the level of contribution. Given the strength of the three of us," she paused slightly, considered for a moment, and continued, "I propose that after the successful clearing, the core treasure, the Seven-Colored Illusionary Light Tree, and its main product, the Illusionary Light Fruit, will be divided equally among the three of us. As for any other associated resources that may exist in the lake, whoever collects them keeps them. What do you think?"

The suggestion was fair, and Lin Yi had no objection: "Okay."

“Then, let’s discuss the tactics in detail,” Luna said.

After discussing for a while, the three of them finally devised a tactical plan: Luna would use her life force and wood elemental laws to set up a hidden trapping formation, Hui Lie would use light elemental laws to attract, purify, and weaken enemies over a wide area, and Lin Yi would use his spacetime mobility to launch a key surprise attack and target the leader for decapitation.

After the discussion, Luna and Huilie cautiously approached the target area, while Lin Yi followed silently behind them.

As the distance closes, even across the vast void, one can see the magnificence and danger of that spectacle.

It is a "lake" with a diameter of hundreds of thousands of kilometers, but its water is not a liquid. Instead, it is a mixture of various soft radiant lights and special energy flows that are so dense that they are almost liquid, presenting a dreamlike seven-color gradient as it flows slowly.

Above the lake, numerous manta rays, resembling manta rays but with smooth shells and glowing tentacles extending from their edges, were seen swimming and gliding. They moved through the flowing light as if they were one with it, and their sheer number was enough to make one's scalp tingle.

In the center of the lake, on a small island, a strange tree, its entire body crystal clear and its branches and leaves flowing with seven-colored light, shines brightly.

Several fruits, resembling colorful glass, can be vaguely seen on the tree canopy; these are the "Illusionary Light Fruits".

Lin Yi's silver-gray eyes flashed slightly as he made a sweeping motion with his hands in front of him, his fingertips flowing with fine silver runes. Following the method of the Void Annihilation Condensation Technique, he instantly condensed an invisible "Spatial Void Annihilation Point".

This annihilation point was as small as a speck of dust, yet it precisely anchored the spatial coordinates in front of him.

At the same time, he vanished instantly, as if he had been completely absorbed by this annihilation point.

This is precisely the advanced concealment method under the Void Annihilation Catalogue system. Rather than "hiding," it is more accurate to say that one temporarily "entrusts" oneself to a newly formed and stable spatial structural singularity.

As soon as Lin Yi disappeared, Luna and Hui Lie instinctively began to investigate.

However, there was nothing there.

The two exchanged a glance, both seeing the seriousness in each other's eyes.

However, the two also knew that now was not the time to investigate Lin Yi's strength. Luna stepped forward and scattered countless imperceptible green light spots, which silently merged into the lake water and void below, beginning to weave a huge network of life confinement and confusion.

Hui Lie shone brightly, like a lighthouse in the darkness, instantly attracting the attention of a large number of Light-Eating Rays.

He brandished his sword, scattering showers of light that weakened the charging horde of beasts.

The battle erupted instantly.

The Light-Eating Ray emitted a silent spiritual shriek, transforming into a dazzling yet dangerous surge of light that rushed towards Huilie.

Luna activated her attack at the opportune moment, and countless resilient energy vines and deceptive light and shadow emerged from the void, hindering and dividing the beast horde.

Just as the battlefield was at a stalemate, the leader of the Light-Eating Rays, which had been lurking near the island in the middle of the lake and was exceptionally large with complex golden patterns on its carapace, let out a sharp screech, and a circle of pale golden light rippled around its body.

The speed and shell brightness of the Light-Eating Ray within range increased significantly. It itself, accompanied by several powerful guards, transformed into a golden light and rushed straight towards Hui Lie, who seemed to be under the greatest pressure.

Just as the leader of the Light-Eating Rays completely focused its attention on Hui Lie.

Lin Yi's figure seemed to "grow" out of space, appearing directly beside the leader of the Light-Eating Ray.

This is precisely the essence of the initial application of the Void Annihilation Step, directly using the newly condensed Void Annihilation Point as the coordinate point to complete a "fixed-point emergence" without any warning.

This is more covert than conventional spatial teleportation because it does not pass through space, but rather appears directly from a point in space.

Lin Yi's appearance and attack occurred almost simultaneously. His hands, covered in dragon scales, were pointed like swords, and he pointed at the space in front of the Light-Devouring Ray leader.

"Congeal!"

He used his advanced technique of Void Annihilation Condensation to forcibly condense a brand new "Spatial Void Annihilation Point" in that location in an instant.

"Annihilation!"

Immediately afterwards, the technique of annihilation and destruction was activated.

This annihilation point was instantly detonated!
There was no deafening roar, only a heart-palpitating hum emanating from the space enveloped by the leader's golden aura.

Centered on the annihilation point that was detonated, a “miniature annihilation field” with chaotic colors and spatial cracks flowing along its edges suddenly formed.

This annihilation field is not an explosion, but rather a brief collapse and return to nothingness of the spatial structure itself under the annihilating force of the annihilation point.

The leader of the Light-Eating Rays charged forward with great force, crashing headfirst into the annihilation field that suddenly appeared in front of it.

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The light field on the leader's body instantly collapsed, and the solid carapace, under the alternating erosion of the annihilation field's spatial disorder and the power of life and death, developed cracks that looked as if it had been "eaten away" from the inside by an invisible force.

Its guards fared even worse; swept by the edge of the annihilation field, their carapaces cracked under the strain, and they died instantly.

Lin Yi's figure flickered like a ghost, and with the help of the Void Annihilation Step, he emerged again from another Void Annihilation point coordinate, appearing directly above the leader.

At the same time, the Sky Shuttle instantly appeared and coalesced around him, forming a silver battle spear.

Lin Yi gripped the battle spear formed from the Sky-Piercing Shuttle with one hand, its tip pointing directly at the leader of the Light-Devouring Rays below.

"Congeal!"

All his thoughts and immense divine power were poured into the extreme sharpness of the tip of the Sky-Piercing Shuttle Spear, instantly condensing an extremely tiny "spatial annihilation point" at the tip of the spear.

This annihilation point was not outside, but was firmly imprisoned and loaded onto the tip of the Sky Shuttle.

This is more difficult than condensing annihilation points in the void, requiring more precise control over spatial structure and one's own power, but the power is also more concentrated, perfectly combined with the weapon's sharpness.

Immediately afterwards, Lin Yi's wrist twitched slightly, and the spear transformed into a silver streak that was difficult to detect with the naked eye, piercing out silently.

This thrust, seemingly simple and direct, incorporates the attack concepts of "breaking through the surface" and "annihilating the structure" from the Void Annihilation Record, and is further amplified by the "sufficiently sharp" and "highly compatible with spatial rules" characteristics of the Sky Shuttle itself.

The moment the spear tip touched the densest crack in the leader's carapace, the "spatial annihilation point" loaded on the spear tip was detonated. However, the explosive force did not spread but was forcibly restrained towards the inside of the carapace along with the unparalleled sharpness and piercing direction of the Sky-Piercing Shuttle.

At the junction of the leader's pale golden, sturdy head and neck armor, a tiny hole appeared with edges displaying a chaotic hue.

All material structures and spatial stability around the hole were instantly and completely destroyed.

The destructive force spread rapidly inward along this hole.

"Boom"

A soft, yet chilling thud.

The leader's massive body shuddered violently, and all life force was instantly wiped out by the annihilating power that had invaded through that tiny wound.

Before it could even let out a final screech, its massive body stiffened completely, losing all its strength, and drifted slowly forward with inertia.

This is precisely the transformative effect produced by combining advanced secret techniques with top-tier weapons.

Lin Yi sheathed his gun, and the Sky Shuttle silently disintegrated, transforming back into a stream of light that disappeared into his body.

His figure blurred again as he used the Void Annihilation Step to retreat towards the predetermined escape coordinates, his aura becoming obscure and difficult to discern once more.

Throughout the process, he made full use of the core techniques in the manual, such as instantaneous freezing point, illusory step, and illusory destruction, perfectly integrating attack and movement into the creation and application of illusory points. From freezing point concealment to fixed point emergence, to destruction attack, and finally freezing point detachment, he completed the entire process in one go, demonstrating efficient, mysterious, and deadly combat power.

With their leader dead, the surrounding swarm of Light-Eating Rays was thrown into chaos. Their once orderly attack formation became a mess, and they suffered heavy casualties under Luna's trapping formation and Hui Lie's purifying rain of light, and began to scatter and flee.

The battle quickly came to an end, and the Light-Eating Ray swarm, now leaderless, was swiftly wiped out by the combined efforts of the three high gods.

The void gradually returned to calm, leaving only the slowly flowing seven-colored lake water below and the even more dazzling seven-colored illusory tree on the island in the middle of the lake.

Hui Lie and Lu Na did not rush down to collect the treasures, but instead turned their gazes to Lin Yi, who had stopped and was now calm.

They knew Lin Yi was exceptionally talented and that his ability to reach the 45th floor meant he was already at the level of a high-level deity, but the fierce destructive power Lin Yi displayed when he made his move just now still deeply shocked them.

This is absolutely the highest level among the higher deities!
Luna and Huilie quickly exchanged a glance, both seeing the surprise in each other's eyes.

In her opinion, although Lin Yi was able to enter the 45th floor, he probably only barely reached the threshold of the 45th floor. After all, how long had Lin Yi been cultivating? It was most likely the result of the human race providing him with a lot of treasures to support him in entering the 45th floor.

Therefore, Luna's initial suggestion that the three of them divide the spoils equally was actually more about establishing a good relationship with Lin Yi in advance.

But now it seems that's not the case at all.

Lin Yi's strength was clearly much greater than she and Hui Lie had anticipated!

In this way, the initial evaluation of the three people changed from them taking care of Lin Yi and doing him a favor to them taking advantage of Lin Yi!

Hui Lie and Luna exchanged a silent glance, seemingly reaching some kind of consensus.

The two then concealed their presence and flew to Lin Yi's vicinity.

Hui Lie exclaimed in admiration, "Lord Lin Yi, your methods just now are truly awe-inspiring."

"I've only grasped it slightly," Lin Yiping replied calmly, without going into detail about the existence of the "Illusory Annihilation Record".

A hint of seriousness appeared on Luna's usually cold face. She spoke directly, "Lord Lin Yi, your contribution in the battle just now far exceeded expectations. The previous suggestion of dividing the core treasure equally among the three of us was based on a rough assessment of each other's strength. Now it seems that this is not appropriate. I suggest that you take 40% of the spoils, and Hui Lie and I will each take 30%."

Hui Lie nodded in agreement: "That's right. If you hadn't quickly killed the leader, the battle would have dragged on and there would have been more variables. We would have suffered greater losses and might even have attracted other troubles. It's more reasonable to redistribute the spoils according to contributions."

The change in attitude of these two deities was clear and obvious.

In Xinghai, strength earns respect and corresponding rights to a share of the benefits.

Lin Yi's demonstrated combat prowess has earned their recognition, even prompting them to proactively adjust the allocation plan. This is both a sign of respect for the strong and a gesture of goodwill.

Upon hearing this, Lin Yi smiled and shook his head: "Thank you both for your kind offer. However, since we have already agreed to split it equally, let's stick to the agreement. If we cooperate again next time, we can adjust it according to the actual situation."

He refused decisively, but his tone was calm, without a trace of affectation or pretense of superiority.

In Lin Yi's view, this cooperation was based on a prior agreement, and it was not inappropriate for the other party to propose an equal division of the spoils without knowing his true combat strength.

The change was made at the last minute because he demonstrated his abilities, which, although well-intentioned, could complicate a simple collaboration.

He values ​​establishing a stable and trustworthy foundation for cooperation.

Upon hearing this, Hui Lie and Lu Na's eyes flashed with surprise, and then they nodded secretly.

To remain unmoved by adjustments that are clearly in one's own interest is truly remarkable.

“Since you insist, we thank you,” Luna said with a smile. “Your magnanimity is admirable.”

“Then let’s go collect the treasures first.” Hui Lie also smiled, his impression of Lin Yi even better.

The three said no more and flew together toward the island in the middle of the lake.

Upon closer inspection, one can better feel the powerful interplay of the laws of light and life emanating from the "Seven-Colored Illusion Tree." The three "Illusion Fruits" on the tree crown are like the finest glass art pieces, with swirling halos within them, as if containing a miniature universe of light.

There are also some light-attribute crystals and special mosses growing under the tree, which are quite valuable.

As agreed, the three of them divided the three Illusionary Light Fruits equally, with Lin Yi taking one.

The tree trunk itself was the most valuable part, but it couldn't be divided. After a brief discussion, it was decided that the Spirit Clan's Luna would take it, and in return, she would give Lin Yi and Hui Lie other treasures of equal value as compensation.

As for the remaining associated resources, as mentioned before, whoever collects them owns them.

The allocation process went smoothly, and all three parties were quite satisfied.

The resources were collected quickly.

"Lord Lin Yi, please wait a moment."

Hui Lie's voice carried a hint of negotiation, "Our cooperation just now was truly enjoyable. Now, this 45th level of the secret realm is vast and boundless, fraught with danger, and with the Abyss Clan and the Eclipse Clan eyeing us covetously, could we consider joining forces to continue our exploration?"

Luna's clear voice followed, adding, "Indeed. The three of us working together are enough to challenge those high-value dangerous places or guardian beasts that are difficult for one or two people to handle alone. Hui Lie and I have discussed this, and given your convenience with the spacetime laws and the combat power you just displayed, if we cooperate, considering the long-term nature of the cooperation and the difference in our contributions, we can adjust the proportions. You will take 45%, and Hui Lie and I will each take 27.5%. In this way, we can both reflect your core role and protect our basic interests."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yi pondered for a moment.

Joint operations have both advantages and disadvantages.

The downside is that when you discover ordinary resources, the rewards are shared, making it less rewarding than exploring alone.

However, the advantages are also obvious: as Hui Lie and Lu Na said, the three of them working together can take on those "hard nuts to crack" that even one or two people cannot crack, and the probability and efficiency of obtaining core treasures will be greatly improved.

Moreover, once you encounter a lone enemy or a small group from the opposing faction, you are more likely to surround and kill them. Hunting down powerful enemy figures is clearly one of the most profitable and direct ways to survive in the secret realm, with both high risks and high rewards.

More importantly, this secret realm is by no means a benevolent place.

In the early stages, lone wolves may be able to avoid risks and efficiently collect scattered resources by relying on stealth and mobility.

However, as time goes by, the powerful figures from all sides gradually become familiar with the environment and begin to band together, possibly even forming large teams based on race or power.

At that time, once a lone individual is locked onto by the superior forces of the opposing faction, escape will be difficult.

Forming a lean and trustworthy team is a wise choice to deal with the complex situation in the later stages, and it can be said to be an inevitable trend.

Hui Lie and Luna are both quite strong, and their character has been initially tested in their cooperation just now.

They proactively adjusted the allocation ratio to show their sincerity, indicating a good foundation for cooperation.

“Okay.” After weighing the pros and cons, Lin Yi gave an affirmative answer. “Joint action is indeed more conducive to dealing with subsequent challenges. The allocation ratio will be as you two have suggested.”

"That's great!" Hui Lie's voice was filled with joy.

"Then it's a pleasure to cooperate." Luna smiled as well.

The three then discussed the details of the joint operation, including command and coordination, communication rules, and emergency response plans.

To facilitate operations and coordinated reconnaissance, they decided to travel together on Luna's Eldar spaceship, which resembled a crystalline leaf.

This spacecraft not only has a more spacious and comfortable interior, but its detection system also has a significantly better range and accuracy than Lin Yi's "Shadow Shuttle" and Hui Lie's Holy Radiance Clan spacecraft, making it more advantageous for finding high-value targets.

Lin Yi then put away the "Shadow Shuttle" and entered Luna's spaceship with Hui Lie.

For the next five hundred standard years, the three-person team, based on Luna's spaceship, conducted efficient and cautious exploration and hunting in the 45th level of the secret realm.

With their superior overall strength and detection capabilities, they successfully swept through three medium-sized resource points with powerful guardian beasts, acquiring a considerable amount of treasures and also dealing with several waves of encountering alien beasts from the Star Sea.

On this day, the three were resting in the common area of ​​the spaceship, each digesting their recent gains or conducting simple law deductions.

Suddenly, Luna's intelligent life form, a miniature crystal tree emitting a soft green light, shattered the tranquility of the cabin:

"Master, we have received a distress signal from the Pan-Spirit Alliance. The signal is in repeat broadcast mode. Do you wish to receive the message and make contact?"

(End of this chapter)