Chapter 217: We Unite!

Miss Yun, Old Yuan sent us to deliver a message.

He asked me to tell you that your parents might not be dead.

According to reliable information, they are very likely imprisoned in the New Federation.

The messenger was extremely respectful, but Yunxiao suddenly widened her eyes.

Her parents not being dead was the best possible news for Yunxiao!

Really?!!!

Yunxiao was overjoyed, but then immediately slumped.

To rescue her parents, relying on her current meager strength is utterly impossible.

Furthermore, Yunxiao knows she is currently wanted by the New Federation; to explain why she's wanted, don't forget how Chi Hong came to be.

Miss Yunxiao, the news is true; you can rest assured.

Alright, thank you for the trouble.

Yunxiao saw off the messenger, then hurriedly found 118, who was doing chores, and told him what had just happened.

118's Logic Core heard the news, paused for a long time; this information truly exceeded his expectations.

Miss, I think we first need to verify the truth of this news.

Also, I believe this matter is too dangerous for you at present.

118 spoke frankly: this news came rather suddenly and is indeed hard to believe.

First, what is the motive of the other side in imprisoning Yun Sheng and his wife? And why would this information be released now?

All these unusual circumstances indicate that this is very likely a trap aimed at Yunxiao.

Then! Then we should first go find Old Yuan?

The proposal passes, Miss. When shall we set out?

Right now!

You went to find Old Yuan to verify the information's accuracy; this news was brought back at the cost of a scout stationed in the New Federation, and Old Yuan also saw your worries and told you the solution.

You need to unite!

Old Yuan's reason for breaking away from the New Federation and becoming independent is that he could no longer bear to see his beloved country, in the hands of those power-holders, turn into a corrupt mess, and he did not want his beloved country destroyed by them.

So he needs independence, he needs to save the Federation with his own methods, he needs to overthrow the Federation!

Old Yuan extended a joint invitation to you; they can help Yunxiao break through faster and give her more professional military training, while the price is also Yunxiao—Old Yuan wants Yunxiao to help research how to apply the Shit Mountain Code to mechas.

After all, Yunxiao's thinking is very active; such a mechanic is naturally suited for research and invention, and the price is acceptable for both sides, moreover it's a win-win.

One can only say, no wonder he's the wise one who thought to study the Shit Mountain Code; Old Yuan's grasp of people's hearts is also extremely strong.

Earlier, after learning of Yunxiao's extremely tumultuous experiences, Old Yuan seemed to instantly see where her bottom line lies—that's you; as long as they don't mention researching you and so on, Yunxiao's tolerance for other conditions would become very high.

You are Yunxiao's bottom line, and since this alliance did not use you as a bargaining chip, Yunxiao gladly accepted these conditions.

As for your parents' side, don't worry too much; they temporarily won't face mortal danger.

But.... whether they will suffer torture... we're not really clear on that.

If you want to find out, you'll still need to wait until you're stronger.

Yunxiao looked at the kindly-faced Old Yuan and nodded seriously.

Grandfather Yuan, I will.

Haha, don't put too much pressure on yourself.

Old Yuan patted Yunxiao, unable to hold back his sigh.

Back then, I also promoted your father in this way.

I never imagined that over twenty years later, I could still promote his daughter.

Old Yuan laughed heartily, marveling at the wonder of fate.

Alright, I won't bother you further; you're busy, you're busy.

Old Yuan slowly departed; Yunxiao glanced at 118 standing beside her and asked.

Brother, you say, when will I be able to reach the level Grandfather Yuan mentioned?

Reply: Miss, your talent is excellent; at most two years, or half a year if you're quick.

Addendum: but the premise of finishing in half a year is that you need to work harder.

Like that....

Originally, under 118's training, each day's time was still quite ample.

But once she began scientific research, focusing on mechanical invention, her rest time during this period would also shrink dramatically.

Then I just need to work hard!

Yunxiao silently made a resolution: she must do her utmost and exert all effort to become stronger.

Mechanical Age Year 107: Yunxiao, 18 years old, after over a year of effort, Yunxiao finally lived up to expectations, successfully breaking through to the Fifth Rank as a Mechanic; at the same time, her research ability is evident, and with her involvement, the Shit Mountain Code plan has made great progress.

Now, mechas loaded with the Shit Mountain Code Crystal Core can be completely free of the Intelligent Machine Empress's control, but the drawback is instability; compared to normal, usable code, the deliberately compiled Shit Mountain Code obviously has a higher error rate.

Even so, after a series of tests, the mechas can still be normally deployed, which greatly alleviates the pressure on the Insect Disaster front.

To prevent the Intelligent Machine Legion from obtaining too much Shit Mountain Code information, which would cause them endless self-iteration, the Shit Mountain Code mechas will not be deployed on the Intelligent Machine battlefield; but for some unknown reason, the Intelligent Machine Army's recent desire to attack is unusually high.

This has led to recent defensive pressure becoming extremely great, at times nearly causing a loss of the line.

When the Intelligent Machine Army discovered they could not break through this defense, they directly gave up the idea of continuing to attack, all returning to the Intelligent Machine Planet to undergo self-iteration; meanwhile, the New Federation formally launched a war against this place.

And you, this past year seem to have returned to domestic robot work, accompanying Yunxiao in training and carefully caring for her; Yunxiao also lived up to expectations, aside from eating, using the toilet, and sleeping, she spends all other time of the day incessantly researching and training.

And there is another matter: Old Yuan somehow found detailed information about Yunxiao's enemies' family; these people are all prominent figures in the New Federation, so Yunxiao faces not just one family but the entire clan!

The huge pressure forced Yunxiao to work harder; lately even her favorite potato chips have been rarely indulged.

But even if life gets busy again, Yunxiao often comes up with some powerful mechanical parts, which also greatly strengthens your power.

The New Federation's declaration of war had no substantial impact; not to mention the great distance, just the Insect Disaster blocking their front is more than they can bear.

Mechanical Age Year 108: Yunxiao, 19 years old....