Lord of Cinder in American Comics

Bonecrusher is a mass-produced character among the Decepticons. When they transform, the bucket on their bulldozer becomes a braid connected to the back of their head.

The remaining two Bonebreakers, their feet seemingly treading on sparks, charged toward Ash's convoy as if they had roller skates.

The canvas on the last truck was ripped off from the inside, and Abomination grinned, holding the cannon barrel in his hand, and smiled at the robots behind him.

'Finally, an opponent I can beat has arrived!'

The Abomination leaped directly out of the truck bed, and the cannon barrel slammed down on the fastest charging Bonecrusher.

Meanwhile, the others, adhering to Ash's principle of precise strike coverage, instantly enveloped the Bone Crusher behind them with the red beams of their charged rifles.

Chapter 257: The Planner

There were only three Bonebreakers in total. The first one was killed in a surprise attack, and the third one was killed by a volley of fire. Only the second one was still struggling under the Abomination's iron rod.

The Bone Crusher swung its braided bucket towards the Abomination. The Abomination simply swung its tank cannon barrel at it.

Like breaking a green branch, the Bone Crusher's braided shovel was directly broken, leaving only a small connection.

The cannon followed closely behind, and like a Filipino short stick fighting technique, the Abomination bent down slightly and squatted down, then chopped directly at the Bone Crusher's super long upper limb, breaking its elbow in one fell swoop.

After taking two heavy blows, the Bonebreaker realized that it was no match for the Abomination in close combat. It spun around, flinging its braided shovel like a flail towards the Abomination.

In order to avoid the attack, the Abomination had no choice but to use both hands to hold the cannon barrel and block the bucket.

The Bone-Shattering Demon seized the opportunity, lunged forward, and reached out with its only intact hand to grab the cannon barrel.

The Abomination and the Bonebreaker were locked in a stalemate for a moment.

However, during the stalemate, Hatred smiled knowingly; this was the opportunity he had been waiting for.

The Bone Crusher is typically characterized by a massive upper body and weak lower limbs. Its power is entirely concentrated in its upper body, and to further enhance this advantage, it has added a shovel-shaped braid.

But the current situation is that the Abomination and the Bonecrusher are locked in close combat, fighting over a short stick.

Taking advantage of such a good opportunity, Abomination kicked the Bone Crusher in the back of the knee.

The Bone-Shattering Demon, which is large at the top and small at the bottom, has all its power in its upper body, while its lower limbs are a completely deformed product compared to its upper body.

After being kicked, whether the Bone-Crushing Demon had pain receptors or some kind of analog circuit, a very human-like expression appeared on its face. Its mouth opened wide, and its eyeballs bulged slightly, looking completely broken.

The Bone Crusher had lost a leg, an arm, and a bucket. Paralyzed, it crawled on the ground, trying to escape this dangerous place.

Abomination stomped on it, weighed the cannon barrel in his hand, and looked back, searching for Ash's figure.

Upon seeing Ashna's slight head shake, Abomination grinned, raised the cannon barrel, and slammed it down on the Bone Crusher.

The only time-consuming part of the entire battle was the Abomination's close-quarters combat. Once the Abomination was killed, the others cautiously came up to finish off each Bonecrusher.

"Disassemble them all, load them onto the truck and take them away. We need to speed things up..."

Following Ash's command, the Abomination resumed its work, wielding a Bonebreaker in each hand, tearing the robot apart like it was being torn apart by five horses, and neatly stacking the pieces in the truck bed.

Fortunately, Ash had considered that dealing with robots required heavy equipment, mostly heavily loaded transport vehicles. Taking on these three Bonebreakers was a piece of cake. No one would give him an overload ticket anyway.

In the Nevada desert, Ash's convoy was driving on a desert highway. At a roadside gas station parking lot, the convoy turned and drove into a hidden underground passage.

The best way to contain these large creatures is to bury them underground and then plant a few mushrooms.

As the Geiger counter on the ATS exoskeleton beeped, Ash also spotted Russell sitting on a mushroom ahead of her.

Upon seeing Ash, Russell jumped off the mushroom and walked over to Ash's side.

Looking at the metal limbs on the truck, Russell said with some surprise, "You've made another discovery?"

"Probably just a regular soldier, very easy to deal with. A single volley of fire would be enough to kill him..."

Listening to Ash's words, Russell looked at him with an expression that said, "I'm not well-educated, I feel like you're lying to me." In the reports from the Seventh District, he had also seen the danger assessment of these robots. Without corresponding armor-piercing weapons and specialized troops, these large machines were simply killing machines.

Ash's ability to annihilate an enemy without losing a single person is what Russell envies.

In the hands of these elite agents of the Control Bureau, the futuristic-looking charged rifles became Russell's primary target.

Russell stared at the charged rifle and said, "I'm desperately short of weapons. Could you spare me two?"

To everyone's surprise, Ash readily agreed: "Sure, I can even sell you the blueprints. This thing is very simple; any factory can manufacture it..."

Russell narrowed his eyes. It was obvious that Ash's words had a hidden meaning, and he didn't believe such a straightforward answer.

Then Ash continued, "You can build the outer shell however you like, but as for the energy source, you'll have to discuss that with the guy above me..."

Upon hearing this, Russell gasped. The one above? It was clearly not Pope Salvador. The fact that Ash could have a conflict with Salvador showed that their religious status was not much different. Even the saintess and knights sent by Salvador had to obey Ash's orders.

So there's only one left above, the god behind Ash...

Russell immediately dismissed the idea and shifted the focus, pointing to the ATS exoskeleton armor to change the subject.

"These are expensive toys; the total cost is almost the same as two Abrams tanks. If you need them, I can sell you a batch..."

Talking about the drawbacks of this thing, even after receiving the check from Russell, Ash still couldn't understand how this guy could be so rich as to order ATS armor for four whole squads in full.

Russell's plan was to rotate three squads and keep one squad on standby. As for money, the special financial allocation he brought with him when he took office in the Seventh District was more than enough, not to mention that the proceeds from the sale of electricity from the Hoover Dam were also under his control.

Russell, who was envious, only relaxed slightly when Ash actually handed him an ATS armored vehicle on the spot.

Staying on the mushroom was a last resort; when facing five giant robots, protecting one's backup plan was the most important thing.

Now that we have the ATS exoskeleton armor, we can resume negotiations.

While sending someone to inform Optimus Prime, Ash was also dismembering the Bonecrushers and handing them over to Sector 7.

Optimus Prime, seeing these limbs, exclaimed in disbelief, "The Decepticons' Bonecrushers! They've actually arrived!"

Upon seeing these mass-produced Decepticon machines, Optimus Prime resumed his usual explanation of helping Earth. However, no one present believed him.

Protecting Earth is humanity's responsibility; it's none of the business of these alien robots. Especially since it involves an alien war between two Cybertronian factions.

If the Autobots behave themselves, that's fine; but if they show even the slightest sign of trouble, they'll be met with a thunderous crackdown.

Neither Ash nor Russell expressed any opinion or response to Optimus Prime's statement until the two of them, along with their men, entered a secret room alone.

The secret room was sealed off with armor plates, and high-voltage electricity was also installed on the outer walls to prevent eavesdropping.

Russell took out a report and handed it to Ash, saying, "Chief of Staff Davelin asked me to give this to you, the research report from District Seven... He said you should have some thoughts on it..."

While it's called a research report, it's actually a chronicle of the Seventh District's development over the years and related development work. Davelin gave this report to Ash because he wanted to use Ash's power, or the power behind him, to protect the Earth, as both humans and gods have a responsibility.

After reading it, Ash realized that when they were reverse engineering Megatron, Sector 7 had released a large number of patented technologies in the name of the Bureau of Investigation, which was also a way for the Bureau of Investigation to make money by collecting patent fees.

However, research on the AllSpark has reached a difficult point. Sector 7 can only stimulate the AllSpark to generate the power that enables ordinary machines to evolve, but knows nothing else about it.

During that night with Optimus Prime, Sector 7 also learned about the AllSpark's role. This thing, which was like the Mother of Cybertron, was actually the giant cube beneath their own dam.

Unable to handle the situation, Russell informed his superior, while Davelin compiled the information into a report and handed it over to Ash.

That's right, this report is a product of shifting blame. After reading the report, Ash only had two choices: cooperate with District 7 or District 7 cooperate with him.

Russell's hopeful expression clearly indicated that he wanted Ash to take over all the responsibilities here.

No wonder they bought four squads' worth of ATS exoskeleton armor without batting an eye; they were waiting for this.

Ash wasn't angry about this tactic; at least the Bureau of Investigation had explained everything clearly beforehand and given Ash time to prepare.

If the Bureau of Investigation runs away with District 7 when the fighting starts, the entire responsibility will fall on the Bureau of Control.

Who says District Seven is a non-existent organization? Who says the Bureau of Control is the organization that deals with all non-human affairs? Aliens are also non-human, so they fall under the Bureau of Control's jurisdiction.

After reading the report, Ash asked with a serious expression, "What's the attitude of Team Dafferin towards the AllSpark Cube? Are they going to keep it or return it to the robot?"

Russell shook his head and said, "That nuclear weapon wasn't originally from this base; it was temporarily relocated here by Director Davelin..."

At this point, Ash understood. Keeping the AllSpark in his own hands meant he had to constantly guard against the Cybertronian robots coming after him; giving it to the robots would keep him up at night.

Why not find an opportunity to grow a giant, imposing mushroom on this spark source to intimidate these machines?

Since I can't get it, you can't get it either.

The mushroom detonation was clearly intended for Ashe, since the current control department has the authority to detonate mushrooms.

This also indicates that the mushroom has been tacitly approved for use, and the pentagonal building had already made contingency plans.

After thinking it over, Ash didn't refuse. After all, there was still room for maneuver. Now that the initiative was in her hands, Ash wouldn't mind getting some more benefits for herself.

After thinking for a moment, Ash stood up, stretched out her hands to Russell, and said, "I have a plan..."

Chapter 258: The Plan Begins

With her inner planner in hand, Ash whispered details to Russell, explaining that they would split into two groups and begin their operation.

Ashe began mobilizing troops and gathering all available heavy weapons, aiming for a decisive victory. Meanwhile, Russell started trying to persuade Optimus Prime.

Both sides began to work together to buy time.

To be honest, only a saint like Optimus Prime would treat these robots equally.

Extraterrestrial visitors, robots, and alien faction wars—how can anyone believe they've come for peace? Besides, it's obvious these machines want to fight on Earth.

Regardless, Cybertron's completely different culture and origins make it difficult for them to get along.

Even the various giant beasts in the inner world are still part of Earth, and they even have a brother who trains them to maintain a certain order.

Of these Cybertronian visitors, whether Decepticons or Autobots, which one would abide by Earth's rules? Optimus Prime? He's the Virgin Mary…

"We will escort you to the location of the AllSpark. You can take your Rubik's Cube and then leave Earth. This is my final ultimatum to you on behalf of Earth!"

Russell spoke to Optimus Prime while patting the mushroom bomb beneath him, his threat palpable.

Among these robots, those that heard that the source of the spark could be returned were already excited.

The AllSpark represents the rebirth of Cybertron. They still have a very deep affection for their home planet. Obtaining the AllSpark, returning to their home planet, and restarting Cybertron is the Autobots' long-cherished wish.

Only Optimus Prime's vehicle seemed to be brainwashed by its own words, constantly explaining the Decepticons' brutality and its mission to bring peace.

These words made everyone and every car present feel uncomfortable.

Russell, upon hearing Optimus Prime's reluctance to leave Earth, concluded that Optimus Prime had ulterior motives. Meanwhile, Car, upon hearing this, believed that Optimus Prime had abandoned Cybertron.

As the leader robot, Optimus Prime had some authority over his subordinates. Although the other robots were dissatisfied, they held back and cooperated with Optimus Prime.

But Russell remained unmoved, sticking to his guns: "Here's back the AllSpark, you leave Earth."

The Autobots' hopes for the relaunch of Cybertron, coupled with the Earthlings' unwelcoming attitude, led Optimus Prime to begin making concessions.

Finally, everyone and the car reached an agreement and got on to head to Hoover Dam.