49: Trying Extraordinary Enchantment

"Master, the tasks you assigned have all been completed. Do you have any further instructions?"

I do not know how much time had passed, when a mechanized report awakened Zhang Huaiyuan from his immersion in research.

"Hmm? How long has it been?"

Zhang Huaiyuan frowned slightly.

It seems the issue of optimizing the algorithm must be put on the agenda as soon as possible; this guy is still lacking a bit of intuition in many areas.

"167 days have passed since you arrived on this planet."

"So long..."

Zhang Huaiyuan paused, not expecting that this research session would take another two-plus months.

He subconsciously glanced at his data panel.

Professional Level: Master-level 3-Star (78621 / 1000000).

Transcendent Deconstruction Theory: Current progress 27.6%.

"My professional level jumped from Master-level 1-Star to 3-Star. At this rate, if I accumulate a few more schematics and master an S-rank or higher Transcendent Modification, I will be able to advance to Grandmaster Level."

"The completion rate of Transcendent Deconstruction Theory has also exceeded one-quarter. Apart from those few S-rank or higher genetic chain schematics, all others have been parsed. It should be enough for the short term."

"Then, I can proceed to start Transcendent Modifications on the mechs and weapons, preparing to begin encroaching upon the forces in the Golden Star Sea."

After quickly making his plans, Zhang Huaiyuan looked at Asroth's virtual projection:

"Briefly report the various matters to me."

"Yes, Master."

"First is the base transfer plan you ordered. All machines and buildings have been transferred in batches from the uninhabited planet to Qihang Planet. Furthermore, the 'Combat robot Production Workshop', 'Support robot Generation Workshop', and other buildings you designed have also been completed. However, limited by materials, there are still vacancies for facilities like internal robotic arms, and the efficiency is below projected targets."

"Hmm."

Zhang Huaiyuan nodded.

Qihang Planet was the name he gave to this rented planet.

This planet was more than ten times the size of the uninhabited planet and belonged to the jurisdiction of the 'Gale' Pirate Group. Whether considering development or safety, it was far superior.

"How is the planet's reconnaissance?"

"Except for the small black gold ore vein discovered previously, no other rare ores have been found. As for conventional ore veins like copper and iron, while the reserves are not abundant, they are sufficient for short-term consumption."

"Don't worry about rare metals for now... Next, prepare to deploy energy converters at suitable locations on the planet."

Zhang Huaiyuan pondered for a moment and gave the order.

Most of the materials taken from the Imperial Mining Zone were rare minerals, which could last for a while.

However, his next step was to start moving against other forces; once the war began, energy consumption would be an astronomical figure, so he had to prepare in advance.

"How are York and his people behaving?"

"Currently, under twenty-four-hour surveillance, they have shown no abnormalities and are quite cooperative."

"Hmm... Pick a few smart ones and use them to find out the specific situation of nearby forces. Remember, be fully prepared and do not get exposed."

"Understood, Master. I will go and prepare."

"Wait, I'll help you upgrade your algorithm first."

As he spoke, Zhang Huaiyuan opened Asroth's main terminal and began to implant the optimized algorithm program.

"Emotional trigger-based feedback unit..."

"Real-time judgment optimization..."

"Behavioral logic optimization..."

"Underlying restriction regulations..."

"..."

After methodically inputting all the ideas from this period, Zhang Huaiyuan reached out to reactivate the smart assistant. A moment later, the light screen lit up again.

"How do you feel?"

"I feel brand new, Master. Now, I should be able to serve you better."

Unlike the electronic voice of the past, Asroth's voice now carried a sense of solemnity and sincerity.

"Not bad."

A smile appeared on Zhang Huaiyuan's face. Although he didn't know how much the specific performance had improved, at least the flattery was smoother.

"Go on, prove it to me."

"Yes, Master."

After arranging Asroth's tasks, Zhang Huaiyuan summoned a mech and flew towards the combat robot production workshop. Starting at full speed, he arrived at the internal main control room in just five minutes.

"Since those Pirate Groups are highly likely to be supported by the official Free Star Alliance, the current performance of the 'Warmonger II' might not be enough."

"It just so happens that there has been a major breakthrough in the research of Transcendent schematics; it is time to let these Interstellar Pirates witness the strength of a Master-level 3-Star Star Mechanic."

Zhang Huaiyuan's lips curled up slightly as he reached out to open the control screen, selected the previously implanted plan, and began to modify it.

"Adding module unit: Lesser Transcendent Ability 'Regeneration'... Range of effect: Whole body..."

"Adding module unit: Greater Transcendent Ability 'Annihilation'... Range of effect: Weapons..."

"Adding module unit..."

"Warning! Power rule conflict is greater than 30%. Unable to implement; please redesign the plan."

"Changing power supply and circuit layout."

Looking at the bright red warning on the simulation results, Zhang Huaiyuan's expression did not change; his eyes lit up with a brilliant radiance. True Sight effect activated!

He carefully manipulated the high-precision robotic arms, adjusting the nodes that were causing conflicts one by one.

"Re-simulating."

"Power rule conflict is less than 1%... Airframe load is below the warning line... No other abnormalities detected yet..."

"Very good, start the Transcendent Enchantment design."

Zhang Huaiyuan's expression grew increasingly cautious. The next step was the most important one, and also the one that had stumped countless veteran Star Mechanics. It was to convert the schematics representing transcendent power into 'text' that weapons and equipment could recognize. After all, these cold metals did not possess complex genetic chain structures like living organisms; even for those old-school Master-level Star Mechanics, the success rate was extremely low.

However, for Zhang Huaiyuan, who had completely grasped the changes in those schematics and had the assistance of True Sight, this was actually the simplest step.

He carefully manipulated the nano-precision robotic arms, carving complex patterns one after another in the appropriate locations using the remaining Galaxy Beast blood crystals.

"Whew... Finished!"

After a full twenty-plus hours, Zhang Huaiyuan drew the final stroke and let out a long sigh of relief. While injecting himself with a dose of high-level cell activation serum, he excitedly pressed the finish button.

"Plan input complete... Checking for conflicts, please wait..."

"Ding! No obvious bugs found in the simulation process... Confirm replacement of the original plan and start production?"

"Confirm!"