Two days later was the agreed-upon time.
The androids of the slums and the androids of the rich districts would launch their attack simultaneously, with the core objective being how to breach the barricade.
That high wall was not easily overcome, but with the androids of the rich districts ready to provide support, a pincer movement greatly increased their chances of breaking through it.
Bai Ye's task was simple: wait.
Allen had already approached Bai Ye, hoping he would participate in the battle. Bai Ye, naturally, had no reason to refuse, because…
"You have received a hidden quest."
"Accept Allen's request to defeat the Rhine Corporation. Quest Reward: Nightmare Gate Super Energy Cannon x1"
"Android faction survival rate below 30%, additional quest reward: Frenzy II Robot System x1"
"Android faction survival rate below 20%, additional quest reward: Wish Stone x1"
…
The hidden quest Bai Ye had been waiting for had finally arrived. The Wish Stone was the item needed to initiate the Wish Quest, and it was Bai Ye's ultimate goal in coming to Ruin City.
Simultaneously, the Nightmare Gate was quite a formidable item. Ranking in the upper-middle tier among red-quality items, its drawback was that it was designed as a siege weapon or defensive weapon.
While individuals could theoretically use it, the limitations were too great, rendering it practically unusable for personal combat.
However, Gao Ming would likely fancy such a weapon, and Bai Ye thought he could extort a good sum from him.
But Bai Ye had no intention of selling it to the Evil Spirit Gang for now. Instead, he planned to have Yimi take it to the Hidden Dragon Society. This item would serve as a perfect stepping stone for Yimi's induction into the society, ensuring he would be highly regarded from the outset.
It was an item ideally suited for large factions, as they inevitably required strongholds, and this weapon was perfectly designed for stronghold defense.
As for the Frenzy II Robot System, despite being an additional reward, Bai Ye didn't place much value on it. It was a component used in robot manufacturing, akin to supreme-grade items. Simply possessing the system was useless without the corresponding robot blueprints and the ability to construct it.
While contemplating these matters, Bai Ye glanced at the time and then brought out his gacha machine.
Coincidentally, the attack was scheduled for midnight, giving Bai Ye just enough time to pull a gacha before departing.
Bai Ye quickly spun the gacha machine, and then…
A new day dawned, and the only constant was his bad luck.
The first gacha pull yielded a white egg.
The good news was that it was a white-quality ancient sword from the Wuxia region. At least it could be inscribed into the King's Treasure, and the Steel Slime could make do with it as a light appetizer.
Then, the second gacha…
Rokushiki · Shigan (Martial Art) (Blue): The third technique of the Six Forms, a secret body-training art mastered by the Navy's elite units…
It looked familiar. Bai Ye recalled having pulled it before, but that time it was the first form of the Rokushiki, called Soru, which offered excellent mobility.
However, Shigan…
It was a close-combat technique capable of piercing targets with the fingers at speeds and power comparable to bullets.
Bai Ye couldn't help but grumble, "Why not just use a handgun then?"
But for a blue-quality item, Bai Ye couldn't demand too much. With his current strength, blue-quality items, unless possessing unique special properties, were barely even a source of mild annoyance in terms of pure offense or defense.
Sighing, Bai Ye designated the third gacha pull as a gold egg.
After two consecutive duds, Bai Ye was pinning all his hopes on the final gold egg to deliver something significant, and then…
"As expected, when one is unlucky for long enough, they are bound to have a moment of glory!"
Kongtong Seal (Magic Treasure) (Gold): The guardian artifact of the Undying Dragon Tribe of the Kongtong Sea, inscribed with the visages of the Five Celestial Emperors and encircled by jade dragons. It has been passed down through ages that whoever obtains the Kongtong Seal can conquer the world. Legends also claim the Kongtong Seal can grant immortality, leading countless alchemists to seek it overseas, only to embark on a path of no return.
Effect: Emperor's Seal Descends (Transforms into a colossal golden seal and smashes down upon the ground).
Majesty (Magic treasures other than the Top Ten Ancient Divine Artifacts have their effectiveness reduced by 25% when facing the Kongtong Seal).
Jade Dragon Soaring the Heavens (Releases the jade dragon from the Kongtong Seal to attack, duration 5 minutes, cooldown 60 minutes).
Five Emperors and Four Directions Rule (Summons the power of the Five Emperors on the Kongtong Seal, granting the temporary power of a destined emperor, duration determined by the user's mental strength, cooldown 360 hours).
Eternal Life and Immortality (The possessor of the Kongtong Seal will never age in appearance. Upon death, the holder can revive once, with all negative status effects dispelled and stamina restored to peak condition).
…
The "friend" of the Xuanyuan Sword had appeared.
The Kongtong Seal, one of the Ten Great Divine Artifacts of China!
Its power was undeniable, placing it on par with the Xuanyuan Sword. Furthermore, after the Steel Slime devoured it, even though it would disappear upon the end of its usage duration, the growth value it provided was substantial!
"Steel Slime has devoured the Kongtong Seal and gained devouring growth."
"Steel Slime's devouring growth, current growth value: 471200/500000"
After the Steel Slime consumed the Kongtong Seal, it was less than thirty thousand away from reaching five hundred thousand growth value, putting it on the cusp of achieving red quality.
The frustrating part was that such a supreme treasure as the Kongtong Seal could not be inscribed into the King's Treasure because it was a magic treasure, not a weapon.
However, regardless, Bai Ye was thoroughly satisfied with the outcome of his final, lucky draw.
Bai Ye then glanced at the time; it was almost time to depart.
Bai Ye exited the dilapidated ruins and proceeded down the street, walking forward.
Then…
RUMBLE!
Bai Ye hadn't walked far when a thunderous explosion attracted his attention.
Bai Ye looked up into the distance.
Large plumes of fire billowed upwards, and thick black smoke ascended into the sky before slowly dissipating.
The battle had begun!
Bai Ye narrowed his eyes, and then…
SHING!
Bai Ye's figure flickered, and he suddenly vanished from his original position.
When Bai Ye reappeared, he was already standing before the high wall separating the slums from the rich districts.
As expected, the androids had initiated their attack, preparing to storm the rich district.
Bai Ye even spotted a familiar figure among them.
Ji Ruoyue stood atop a truck, flanked by a Gonsales wielding a Vulcan Gatling gun. He roared and charged forward.
"My lads, charge with me!"
Gonsales roared loudly, advancing like a humanoid tank.
Simultaneously…
Yimi emerged from the shadows and approached Bai Ye.
"It's certainly lively," Yimi remarked, looking at the scene before them. "After tonight, the power structure of Ruin City will be reshuffled. But what does that have to do with us? What are you calling me over to see?"
Bai Ye curved his lips, suddenly smiling.
"Me!"