Star Iron: I, who forged my own armor by hand, ascended to the cycle of reincarnation.

Although the Dragon Master tampered with your self-sufficient reincarnation, the result wasn't that you didn't completely forget your memories, but rather that you didn't forget much of them.

"I was just saying it casually. Whether I can actually make something like that is still uncertain. After all, the [Immortal] Star God has already fallen, leaving behind only an unclaimed destiny."

Suddenly, Dan Heng became extremely nervous.

"Old Yang said you wanted to use the Netherfire Grand Duke as a human sacrifice to reforge that greatsword. If you really want to make armor with dragons as the totem and the main means, what materials will you use as the main material?"

Dust Tribulation feigned surprise, "You actually guessed it?"

"That's right, if we were to make that kind of armor, only the Vidyadharas would be the most suitable, but..."

"Absolutely not! This is highly inappropriate and must not be done!"

Before Chen Jie could finish speaking, Dan Heng hurriedly interrupted him with a loud shout, drawing the attention of everyone around. Dan Heng was instantly speechless.

Dust Tribulation, on the other hand, was filled with amusement.

"Danheng, why are you so agitated? Besides, I haven't finished speaking."

"Under the Hunting Banner, not only are the six immortal ships linked together, but the five Vidyadhara Dragon Lords alone, along with the Hunting's revenge, are beyond my capabilities. Let alone me, no one in the entire universe would be foolish enough to use the Vidyadharas as research material."

"I was just joking around with what March 7th said, Danheng, you don't need to take it to heart."

"But what I didn't expect was why you were so agitated just now?"

Dan Heng was stunned, and the inexplicable anger that had risen in his heart subsided in an instant.

The mention of "human sacrifice" sent a chill down Dan Heng's spine, and he resolved never to let Chen Jie know his situation.

Because he's only now realizing that true geniuses are actually all madmen.

No one knows what bizarre and terrifying things this group might do when they get interested. Dust Calamity, who plans to use the Grand Duke of Netherfire as a human sacrifice to forge a sword, is one such person.

"Danheng? What's wrong with you? Why are you acting so strangely? Chenjie was just joking, wasn't he? He's so smart, how could he not know what he can and cannot do?"

"Danheng just didn't exert enough effort; he wasn't tired enough. If he were tired, he wouldn't have these wild thoughts."

"I have to say, that giant block of ice is really hard, and it can even summon minions. If Chen Jie hadn't acted quickly, my hands would be killing me."

March 7th and Xing were like a duet, taking turns saying one line and the other the next. Dan Heng's tense heart gradually calmed down, but when he saw Chen Jie's smile, he still felt that things weren't so simple.

"I'm sorry, Danheng, I didn't know you would react so strongly, otherwise I wouldn't have made that joke. I apologize for my rudeness."

I hope you can forgive me.

Dan Heng froze for a moment, then hurriedly shook his head.

"This isn't your problem; I'm just being too sensitive."

"Look how polite our Chen Jie is. He looks like a well-read young master, and he's not only smart but also a great fighter."

Upon hearing this from March 7th, Du Xing's eyes lit up instantly. "Chen Jie, are you really good at fighting? Why don't you teach me? I always feel like this stick isn't always that effective."

The group was chatting animatedly, completely ignoring the other group of people nearby.

Hill and Schwarzrod were alright; they couldn't understand what Dustfall and the others were saying, and since Dustfall had just been a great help, they figured waiting a little longer wouldn't hurt.

But Sangbo was different. Hiding behind the crowd, Sangbo now looked at Chen Jie as if he were looking at a ghost.

"How dare this person? Using the people of the Vidyadhara clan as materials to make weapons and equipment? My God, is this what geniuses are like? Are all geniuses this crazy?"

Sambo trembled silently. He had never heard of anyone so bold as to joke about such a thing before, but today he had witnessed it.

Even if you're joking, if the Immortal Boat hears you like that, the Hunting Revenge will arrive in an instant.

"Alright, we can talk about these things later. The most urgent matter is resolving the star core issue."

Seeing this, March 7th and Xing stopped their discussion, and Seele also waited for the opportunity to ask directly.

"Dust Calamity, could you make some of those armors for our Earth Fire? That way, there won't be any more casualties in Earth Fire, and everyone's lives will be more stable."

Dust Tribulation did not agree. Instead, he adjusted his glasses and said seriously, "Are you sure? Is it just about guaranteeing the lower city? But the root of the problem isn't that; it's the star core known as the Cancer of Myriad Realms."

Seele, Bronya, and Oleg exchanged bewildered glances; they all recognized the word "Star Core" even when separated.

But when combined, they couldn't understand it; in their memory, this was the first time they had ever heard this word.

Only Schwarz remained silent, watching Dustfall silently as something was being calculated inside its mechanical head.

Suddenly, Dust Calamity looked at Schwarz; he was still quite curious about this special robot who was almost developing emotions.

"Your technology doesn't belong to this era. This era can't create robots like you; you're a product of the old time."

"Besides, you don't look like a combat robot. Some parts of your body structure don't fit combat design. I can help you modify and upgrade it, which can increase your strength several times over. Do you need it?"

"Test results: That suit of armor is the most powerful proof of its authenticity."

Conclusion: There is neither the possibility nor the need for the other party to lie.

After subconsciously analyzing the situation, Schwarz fell silent. Seele quietly gave Oleg a look, signaling him to try and persuade him. After all, Oleg had spent a long time with this big guy, and increasing his strength was a good thing.

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However, Oleg simply rolled his eyes at Seele and remained silent.

"You're hesitating? It seems I've discovered something extraordinary," Dust Calamity said, looking at Swaro with slight surprise.

"Never mind, that's not important. I can indeed make you a set of that kind of armor, but it won't be as strong. Do you want it?"

"Yes! What materials do you need?"

Oleg broke his silence and quickly stepped forward to grasp Dust's hand.

Schwarzlo has Clara to take care of, which is why he didn't act despite Seele's hints.

However, now that his survival and that of the people in the lower city were at stake, he had to set an example.

"Earth marrow, lots of earth marrow, and the unit is tons, and it's a huge amount, are you sure?"

Oleg, who had been excitedly thinking that things were turning around in the lower town, was instead dealt a heavy blow by reality.

Oleg, who was just moments ago brimming with passion, now looked like a wilted cabbage and remained silent.

Suddenly, a resolute female voice rang out from behind Oleg.

“I'm certain. I can even cut off the supply of earth marrow mines to the Upper City for the sake of making this armor. I'll take full responsibility for all the consequences!”

"Sever the supply of earth marrow mines to the upper city? Bronya, have you lost your mind?" Seele asked incredulously, touching Bronya's forehead, but finding nothing wrong.

Bronya gently brushed Seele's hand away, her eyes fixed on Dust with unwavering determination.

“Mother has made a mistake. There should be no more casualties in the Lower District before the problem is resolved. This is the Upper District’s mistake, and we in the Upper District should bear the responsibility together!”

"Moreover, cutting off the supply to the Upper City won't paralyze it. The stored Earth Essence Mine is enough for the Upper City to use for a long time. As long as the problem is solved before then, there won't be any issues."

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"A very firm and decisive voice and gaze, she has a lot of guts," Chen Jie said, glancing at Bronya with slight surprise.

"Since there are no problems, we can start making it. Have you chosen a location? It should ideally be large and far away from residential areas."

"The Mechanical Tribe has your needs met, come with me."

Schwarz, who had been silent just moments before, suddenly spoke and then turned and left.

"Any available space will do. Oleg, you should know the place Swallow mentioned, right? Let's get the Earth Essence Ore here first, ten tons to start."

Oleg seemed to have heard the funniest joke; he couldn't stop talking.

What does ten tons of earth marrow ore mean? That's enough for the entire Upper City District for a month, and this is just the beginning?

"Send it over, Mr. Oleg. If anything goes wrong, I will personally return to the Upper Town to explain. And I am deeply sorry about what happened to Mother."

Watching Oleg bow and apologize repeatedly, he finally shook his head and sighed, then turned and left without saying a word.

They are also preparing to mobilize manpower to transport the necessary earth marrow ore to Dust Tribulation.

Seeing Oleg leave without looking back, Bronya lowered her head in disappointment, thinking that he hadn't forgiven her. Just then, Seele stepped forward and patted her on the back.

"Why do you look so gloomy? Oleg isn't good at saying nice things, but he's not blaming you."

"If you could maintain that attitude even if you were the Grand Guardian, I'd think it's quite impressive."

This time, unusually, the train crew didn't join in their conversation.

In cases like this, where the creature is bewitched by the star core, there's generally no hope of recovery; the only option is to use drastic measures. The train crew has encountered similar situations before.

Watching Seele comfort Bronya, March 7th cautiously began discussing things with Danheng.

"Danheng, do you think there's any other way for Chenjie? I think Bronya is quite young and nice. What will happen to her if she loses her mother?"

Dan Heng frowned. The train crew had encountered situations where they were bewitched by the star core before. What could they do? They had to use drastic measures.

How do you save someone who's gone mad?

"If you ask me, we should take advantage of the fact that the Great Guardian hasn't reacted yet, quietly go back, knock her unconscious, and bring her before Chen Jie for questioning."

"Keep it if it works, otherwise..."

As she spoke, Xing cruelly made a throat-slitting gesture, making March 7's lips twitch.

Meanwhile, the mechanical tribe

Dust was led by Schwarz to the entrance of a villa—yes, a villa located in the underground world, amidst a world of snow and ice.

I don't quite understand, how does snow accumulate in your underground world?

"Mr. Schwarz, you're back!"

"Huh? Who is this older brother?"

The soft, childlike voice shifted from surprise to question as the little girl with red eyes and white hair looked timidly at Chen Jie.

This older brother's face looks so cold, like he's not easy to get along with.

Children don't know how to hide their emotions; Clara's face was etched with rejection and fear of the unknown, which puzzled Dust Blade.

He's not scary-looking at all; everyone on March 7th said he's a handsome and cultured young man.

It seems that children are children after all, and it's normal for them to be shy.

With that thought in mind, Chen Jie smiled slightly and, as always, began his self-introduction.

"Hello, I heard Schwarz mention you on the way here. Your name is Clara, right?"

"My name is Alphos Dust, you can just call me Dust."