115: Chapter 115: Everyone Assembles, Everyone's Talents Are Showcased

Three days later, in the core area of the [Team Exclusive Space], the flowing light was even more vibrant than usual—crystalline energy tassels hung from the Star Vine-wrapped dome, and the Cloud Moss on the ground glowed with a steady, warm light. Elemental Buds cultivated by Lin Wan floated nearby, with halos of pink-purple, icy blue, and emerald green intertwining and swirling, while the air was filled with a rich yet gentle Dream Power. All ten core members had arrived (everyone was within the 30-day rest period after completing their Dream Task), and there were no empty seats around the circular conference table. Each person's energy fluctuations were more refined than they had been three days ago.

"Everyone is here. Let's begin." Li Mubai sat in the main seat, his fingertips lightly tapping the table. His A-Rank Talent [Star Orbit Deduction] was already active, the Divine Mark on his brow stirred slightly, and the item-type spirit [Star Rail] floating behind him lit up—three gilded patterns had been added to the edges of the originally simple astrolabe, the stars on the disk were more densely arranged, and the silver glow it shed while turning carried a faint energy of order. "After my [Star Orbit Deduction] upgraded, it can not only predict energy fluctuations but also analyze a target's 'weaknesses,' improving deduction accuracy by 30%. [Star Rail] has a new 'Tactical Simulation' function, which can generate three or more optimal action plans based on member data." As he spoke, [Star Rail] projected a 3D phantom, which was the simulated deduction of the team's subsequent mission, with details precise down to every step.

Zhang Hao, sitting on the left, nodded slightly. The biological-type spirit [Silver Star] on his shoulder looked up in sync, and fine light patterns flashed within the chaotic-colored pupils of its [All-Knowing Eye (Pseudo)]. His A-Rank Talent [Person of Numerology] had no Rank increase, but its ability depth was significantly enhanced: "[Eye of Numerology] can now capture the 'probability of karmic branches,' increasing the accuracy of crisis prediction from 80% to 95%. The degree of resonance with the [Root of Fate/Karma] has increased by 15%, allowing me to briefly borrow a sliver of Root power to enhance the effect of interfering with the fate trajectory." The edges of [Silver Star]'s scales shimmered with a thicker dark-gold light, and the silver light points on its ridge connected into a complete Star Rail. When the [All-Knowing Eye (Pseudo)] scanned everyone, it could instantly synchronize an analysis report stating 'all members' status normal,' and the reading speed of stored information doubled.

"After my Talent evolved from C-Rank [Hymn of Life] to B-Rank [Life Weaving], I can simultaneously convert and control three types of elemental power to perform multiple levels of healing and purification." Lin Wan raised her hand, and three Elemental Buds of different colors appeared in her palm—a pale pink life bud, an icy blue water element bud, and an emerald green wood element bud, each pulsing with a clear throb of life. Her biological-type spirit [Qingyu] flapped its wings and flew over; the patterns on its wings had changed from simple emerald green to 'gold patterns on a green base,' and three small tufts of fluff were added to its tail: "[Qingyu] can now assist me in condensing 'Elemental Shields' and enhance my elemental attunement capabilities. It can also accelerate the maturation of Elemental Buds, increasing the efficiency of nourishing the ecological chain by 50%." As she spoke, [Qingyu] exhaled a wisp of tri-colored halo that brushed over the nearby Star Vines, and the energy fruits on the vines instantly became a bit plumper.

Zhao Hu slammed the table, causing the biological-type spirit [Roar] on his shoulder to let out a deafening low growl—the evolved [Roar] had grown a size larger, black patterns appeared on its silver-gray fur, and its mane stood up with sparks of electricity; the original sonic shock had upgraded to 'Electronic Roar.' "After my Talent evolved from C-Rank [Combat Instinct] to B-Rank [Giant Strength Berserk], the berserk duration has extended from 1 minute to 2 minutes. While my attack power doubles, my defense also increases by 30%!" Zhao Hu clenched his fists, his arm muscles bulging as a faint red light rose around him. "[Roar]'s Electronic Roar can paralyze enemies for 1 second. Combined with my berserk, the front-line Breakthrough is even more stable!"

The item-type spirit [Logic Core] in Wang Jingjing's arms flickered with a deep blue light, and the original straight-line patterns on the crystal's surface had evolved into a complex mesh: "After my D-Rank Talent [Mechanical Affinity] evolved into the B-Rank Talent [Mechanical Master], my data analysis speed has doubled, and I can process five threads of information simultaneously. In addition to the enhanced production and R&D capabilities for manufacturing mechanical tools and weapons, I can also create low-level intelligent mechanical lifeforms. [Logic Core] has a new 'Energy Cracking' function, which can analyze and interfere with low-tier energy barriers, and it can serve as the centralized intelligent core for the low-level intelligent mechanical lifeforms I create." She lightly tapped the [Logic Core] with her fingertip, and a blue light projected the energy fluctuation map of the Team Upgrade Mission.

Chen Rui stood up, a faint dark shadow energy rising around him. His item-type spirit [Thousand Faces] continuously changed from a bright silver amorphous liquid sphere into various tools: a silver-framed magnifying glass, floating silver wings, a dagger emitting electric currents, and so on. "After my Talent evolved from D-Rank [Photographic Memory] to B-Rank [Informationized Stealth], I can blend into the environment without being detected by high-tier perception, and my movement speed has increased by 40%. [Thousand Faces] can transform into tools and weapons with various properties, such as a long saber with flame damage, a glass cup that can purify water, or a bracelet that allows for brief displacement. The advantage is the diverse functionality and increased offensive capability, but the disadvantage is that using different properties requires consuming special Dream Power." As he spoke, Chen Rui's figure flashed, and he instantly blended into the environment near the conference table along with [Thousand Faces]. No one except Zhang Hao and Li Mubai noticed Chen Rui's presence.

Sun Yu, sitting on the right, raised his hand, and a ball of burning blue-purple fire condensed in his palm, with lightning faintly flickering at the edges of the flames. His biological-type spirit [Thunder-Flame Seed] rested on his shoulder. The originally dancing white-gold Little Flame had evolved into a blue-purple color, with sparks of electricity at the tips of its feathers, and its shape had turned into a burning fireball. "After my D-Rank Talent [Flame Control] evolved into B-Rank [Thunder-Flame Dominion], I can not only condense high-temperature thunder-flame but also gather a large amount of thunder-flame power to form 'Thunder-Flame Rain,' which has a massive attack range. [Thunder-Flame Seed] can release a 'Thunder-Flame Ring' to block close-range attacks and can also condense into Thunder-Flame Arrows that cause an explosion after precisely hitting a target." As he spoke, Sun Yu waved his hand, and the blue-purple fireball turned into several small fireballs with electric sparks. They brushed past the Star Vines, distorting the scorched air, yet not damaging the vines in the slightest.

Qian Xiaomin moved her body slightly, turning into a series of afterimages that quickly flashed past everyone. The dark gray item-type spirit [Swift Shadow Cloak] draped over her was constantly absorbing the sounds around her, making each of her movements completely silent. "After my D-Rank Talent [Agility Enhancement] evolved into B-Rank [Afterimage Flash], I can instantly flash to any location within 5 meters and leave an afterimage in my original spot. I can consume Dream Power to perform multiple flashes. [Swift Shadow Cloak] can absorb all sounds around me, so even if I'm standing right behind you, you won't hear a thing." She clapped her hands rapidly outside the [Swift Shadow Cloak], but none of the members present heard any sound.

A scepter in the shape of a Tuning Fork, interlaced with blue and silver, floated before Zhou Mei—the [Sea-Sound Scepter]. After the [scepter of sea cry] evolved into the [Sea-Sound Scepter], a current of seawater always surrounded it, and the scepter vibrated slightly, emitting an ethereal sound. She held up a mass of vibrating deep-blue seawater in her hands and said with a smile, "After my C-Rank Talent [Sonic Resonance] evolved into B-Rank [Voice of the Ocean], I can open a 10-meter [Sea-Sound Domain]. Within this range, it can dispel negative statuses for teammates, perform radar-like sound detection, and manipulate seawater for attack and defense. [Sea-Sound Scepter] can control seawater for offense and defense, and it can also form resonant currents through the vibrating seawater to attack a creature's internal organs and heal internal injuries." As she spoke, Zhou Mei and the [Sea-Sound Scepter] jointly controlled a current to envelop Zhao Hu. Zhao Hu immediately felt a vibration spread through his entire body, and the muscles that had been tense while demonstrating his Talent earlier instantly relaxed.

The last speaker, Zheng Gang, stood up, a heavy earth-yellow light rising around him, causing the Cloud Moss on the ground to vibrate slightly. His item-type spirit [Rockwall Tortoise Shell] floated before him. The originally irregular Rock fragments had evolved to have hexagonal crystal patterns on their surface, emitting steady energy fluctuations. "After my D-Rank Talent [Energy Shield] evolved into B-Rank [Great Earth Watch], I can control the Rocks within a 10-meter radius to condense a 'Rock Spike Array' to trap enemies or form a 'Rock Shield' to protect teammates. [Strongwall] evolved into [Rockwall Tortoise Shell], which can merge into the ground to form a 'Great Earth Perception' Domain, capable of detecting energy fluctuations and hidden targets within the range, as well as enhancing the precision of Rock manipulation." He activated his Talent and stomped his foot lightly. Four half-meter-high Rock walls instantly rose around the conference table, neatly arranged in a defensive formation, before slowly sinking back into the ground without leaving a trace.

All ten core members had finished their demonstrations. The energy fluctuations around the circular conference table intertwined and collided, yet under the coordination of the orderly energy emitted by Li Mubai's [Star Rail], they appeared perfectly organized.

"Excellent. Everyone's Talent has evolved to B-Rank or higher, covering all fields including command, reconnaissance, damage, defense, support, and healing." Li Mubai nodded with satisfaction, the Divine Mark on his brow flashing. The 3D phantom projected by [Star Rail] updated accordingly, marking the team information for the five of them. "According to the plan, I will lead Zhang Hao, Lin Wan, Zhao Hu, and Chen Rui as a team to start the Team Upgrade Mission. The other five will stay behind."

"For this Team Upgrade Mission, everyone will enter with their physical bodies. Everyone, please be careful."

Li Mubai raised his hand to activate the [Team Panel] and clicked the 'Start Team Upgrade Mission' button. The panel instantly projected a golden pillar of light that shot straight toward the ceiling, intertwining with the Star Vines of the space's dome to form a circular portal. Within the portal, faint energy ripples surged. "Mission starting, teleportation countdown: 10 seconds—" the System prompt sounded.

Li Mubai took the first step, followed by Zhang Hao, Lin Wan, Zhao Hu, and Chen Rui. [Star Rail], [Silver Star], [Qingyu], [Roar], and [Thousand Faces] activated their abilities simultaneously, their lights intertwining as they surged into the portal.