Elegy from Another World

With the decision made, the operation commenced immediately. The Singularity Observatory, like a meticulous surgeon, carefully began cutting and moving the wreckage of the invisible ark. However, we soon encountered a problem: many structural components were far too large, exceeding the carrying capacity of the shuttle and transport drones even after being cut, making forced transport inefficient and extremely risky.

"This is too slow," I frowned as I looked at the transmitted data. "And repeatedly entering and leaving that airspace may also bring unknown risks."

After a brief discussion, I made a bold decision: "Change the plan. Jump the Dree directly to the airspace near the Ark, and use local materials for repairs and upgrades."

The order was given, and the Dreer's massive, partially repaired body began to adjust its posture, its engines emitting a deep roar. Although many areas inside still needed improvement, the core system was already capable of supporting this long-distance jump. With a distortion in space, the Dreer left its temporary docking point and, the next moment, appeared in the silent airspace where the invisible tomb was hidden, rendezvousing with the Singularity Observatory.

Getting up close to this massive, invisible ark allows one to truly appreciate its age and mystery. The engineering team immediately threw themselves into their work, using the high-quality "building materials" provided by the ark to accelerate the repair of the Dresden's damage, while also attempting to integrate some of its features.

During a more detailed exploration of the Ark's interior, we discovered four more of those peculiar "code-person" energy aggregates. Similar to the first one, they were severely damaged, consciousnessless clusters of light, like dormant batteries. After assessment, their greatest value was confirmed to be their stable energy response. Therefore, they were carefully transferred to the Dreer's energy zone, connected to the pleasure converter system, and became highly efficient "fuel" to replenish the Dreer's energy. Their presence silently infused this nascent ship with power.

During this time, King Xuan sent another message, his tone filled with anticipation: "Ms. Liscia, is there any progress in the research on the Ark? Are there any leads on Dr. Scranton?"

I told him the truth: "I regret to inform you, Your Majesty, that all the information we have so far indicates that the technological system of this ark is completely different from that of Scranton, and it is almost certain that he did not build it. There are also no markings or records on it that are directly related to him."

King Xuan's voice sounded slightly disappointed, but he immediately asked, "In that case, could you allow our research team to participate in subsequent research? Perhaps we can gain inspiration from this very different technical approach."

After some consideration, I realized that this ark was enormous and technologically advanced, and having another collaborator would accelerate the research process. "Yes," I agreed, "we will share non-core research data and some samples. However, the exploration of the main body and core areas of the ark will still be led by us."

"Understood, thank you very much!" King Xuan readily agreed. Soon, the expert team from the technological world arrived via the newly built Starlink relay station and began their research within the designated area. The collaboration of multiple parties made this airspace even busier.

Time flies by in the midst of our busy work. Three full weeks have passed since the TREAT was damaged, and the repair and upgrade work is finally complete!

The newly rebuilt Dresden hovered in the net, its appearance significantly altered. The hull extensively utilized the stealth materials unique to the nameless Ark, giving it a deep, all-absorbing dark hue and smoother lines, as if blending seamlessly into the surrounding void. Most impressively, the Dresden successfully replicated the Ark's stealth characteristics! Without active exposure, it was extremely difficult to detect using conventional scanning methods, undoubtedly greatly enhancing its survivability and tactical flexibility.

An even greater breakthrough came from enhancing Idessis's abilities. Through in-depth research into the spacetime control technology within the miniature galactic debris and the energy stabilization technology of the Nameless Ark, the technical team successfully developed a new type of global synchronous time-stop stabilizer. This system resonates perfectly with Idessis's abilities; when she activates time stop, the stabilizer ensures that the time-stop effect evenly covers the entire Dreil, forming a perfect "spacetime bubble."

"That's great..." Edsey looked at the data on the control panel, her eyes filled with excitement and relief. "Finally... I don't have to worry about the 'Fault Line' anymore." Previously, because of the limited range of her abilities, using time stop in complex areas like the energy zone, with its intense energy flow, could easily generate severe spacetime shear forces at the boundary between the time-stopped and non-time-stopped zones, causing equipment damage or even tearing the ship apart. This was the main reason she had always been hesitant to use her full power. Now, this fatal weakness has been overcome.

I walked over to her and patted her on the shoulder: "Now, you're our strongest 'ace'."

In summary, despite the devastating attack, the Dreil has risen from the ashes, not only repairing its wounds but also achieving a qualitative leap in its defensive, stealth, and strategic capabilities. It has become more resilient, more stealthy, and more dangerous. On its future voyages, it will carry the legacy of the fallen and the will of the living, continuing its exploration through the endless net.