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Chapter 524: Intermediate Mind Core and the Astrologer Civilization
Chapter 524: Intermediate Mind Core and the Astrologer Civilization
The Dawn Mechanism?
As he gazed upon the name of the shop ahead, Song Chi's mind raced with thoughts.
Judging by the name, it was highly likely that this shop specialized in selling mechanical goods.
"I wonder what civilization is behind it. A Mechanical Clan civilization, or just a technology-oriented one?"
"I hope it's a Mechanical Clan civilization. Maybe I can finally get an Intermediate Mind Core, something we've had no news of for so long!"
Song Chi's mind was flooded with countless thoughts in an instant.
When Song Chi and Song Yan entered the Dawn Mechanism shop, the first thing they saw were several mechanical constructs of various sizes.
Among these constructs were humanoid and beast-shaped battle mechas, as well as special starships, floating land vehicles, and even a model of a simple starry sky mechanical fortress.
These items shared one striking feature: they were incredibly eye-catching and exuded a sense of violent beauty.
Based on these products, Song Chi had his answer.
"Indeed, it's a Mechanical Clan shop!"
Being able to offer so many mid to high-grade mechanical constructs, especially the starry sky mechanical fortress, was something only a Mechanical Clan civilization could achieve.
Song Chi and his companion calmly surveyed the items, their eyes betraying no hint of excitement.
To the uninitiated, these items might seem like treasures, and indeed, they were powerful. But for those familiar with the Mechanical Clan civilization, their perception would change instantly, viewing these items as dangerous beasts to be kept at a distance.
There was a reason for this. While the Mechanical Clan's mechanical creations were effective, they were notoriously unstable, not in terms of efficiency, but in safety.
Most creations of the Mechanical Clan could be controlled by them, turning these production and combat tools into rogue mechanical units in an instant.
Imagine being in battle and having your weapon suddenly turn against you, becoming the instrument of your demise.
What's more, such instances were not uncommon, and many Mechanical Clans had achieved victory in civilized warfare through this tactic.
Ignoring the items on display, Song Chi got straight to the point.
"Do you have Intermediate Mind Cores for sale?"
Soon, the Mechanical Clan member in charge of the shop responded.
"Intermediate Mind Cores are only traded through barter, and we do not accept Floating Land Essence as payment. If you're interested in purchasing, please present your trade offer, and our shop will assess its value."
"Only barter, huh..."
Song Chi frowned, his hands filled with various resources, but none that would be of great use to the Mechanical Clan.
Thinking this, he left the shop, summoned a warship in a specific area of the city, and quickly returned, but when he re-entered the Dawn Mechanism shop, Song Chi now held several storage capsules.
These capsules contained various mineral resources, all of which were listed in the warship's database as commonly needed by the Mechanical Clan civilization.
These resources weren't particularly rare, so he wasn't sure if they would be enough to exchange for an Intermediate Mind Core.
The Mechanical Clan's strengths were evident as their powerful Mind Core quickly inventoried the tens of thousands of mineral resources within the four storage capsules and highlighted several key resources.
Liquid Silver, Titanium Ore...
Following the highlighted resources, Song Chi left the shop once more. When he entered for the third time, his expression was one of resignation.
The reason was simple; the highlighted resources were not abundantly available in the Bazaar, and the Mechanical Clan shopkeeper was only willing to offer 20 Intermediate Mind Cores.
However, to upgrade the Dome Sky Mind System's component to level 70, at least 60 or more Intermediate Mind Cores were needed, and the current offer fell short.
Just then, Song Yan took the initiative and retrieved an orange artifact from the Flame Heritage Nexus.
Floating Land Primordial Core Fusion
During their first exploration of the alien star domain, Song Chi had also obtained a Primordial Core Fusion of purple quality, while Song Yan now held one of orange quality.
The Mechanical Clan shopkeeper's interest was piqued by this artifact, and Song Chi successfully acquired 50 more Intermediate Mind Cores.
Not long after leaving the Dawn Mechanism shop, Song Yan promptly reminded Song Chi:
"Elder, Mind Cores are highly unpredictable, and one wrong move could lead to them taking control. Be cautious."
Song Chi nodded, assuring her,
"Rest assured, the Heaven Ruin Skydome has a Mind Core component, and these are meant to enhance that part!"
"In that case, it's fine!"
Hearing that it was a Mind Core component, Song Yan's worry vanished.
While Mind Core components were far more powerful than ordinary Mind Cores, as components, they required a connection to the Flame Seed of the Fireseed Captain.
Within the interconnected network of Flame Seeds among all Fireseed Captains of the Fireseed Human Civilization, even the most advanced Mind Cores would find it challenging to cause significant trouble.
Even the colorful myth-grade Mind Core components are of no use!
...
"Astro Tower? Is this also a special shop in the city?"
After leaving the Dawn Mechanism Shop, the two continued to wander around the Radiant City.
When they reached a brand new street, Song Chi discovered a tall, ancient silver-white tower standing in the center of the street, exuding an extraordinary aura.
In response to Song Chi's question, Song Yan, who had visited the Radiant City several times over the past few hundred years, explained, "Well, sort of. But this Astro Tower doesn't sell various goods. Instead, it only does one thing!"
"What?"
"Astrology!"
Song Chi: ???
Upon hearing the word 'astrology', Song Chi was filled with confusion until Song Yan explained it again in a low voice, and he finally understood.
"Celestial Divination... In other words, isn't this fortune-telling?"
"Well, that's not wrong."
As the two whispered to each other, Song Chi was about to pass by the tower, but suddenly, a thought flashed through his mind.
He paused and turned to Song Yan, who seemed to have noticed something and looked over.
"What's up? Do you want to get a reading?"
Song Chi nodded with a determined look in his eyes.
However, instead of rushing into the ancient silver-white tower, he hurried to a specific area and summoned the Heaven Ruin Skydome.
Inside the warship, Song Chi took out the second Time Chess piece he had obtained from Pan Ying from the Heaven's Destiny South Pointing Plate and quickly recalled the warship.
"I hope it's useful!"
With Song Yan by his side, the two entered the Astro Tower.
Before entering, they hadn't noticed that the Astro Tower seemed to have a good business, as there were quite a few beings queuing up for astrology readings. At least when Song Chi entered, the first floor already had a long line.
During the wait, Song Yan set up an isolation domain around them and began to introduce the Astro Tower's information.
The Astro Tower is backed by the advanced civilization of the Astrologer Civilization. They are distributed in various neutral cities on the Crimson Star Continent, but the Astro Tower in the Radiant City is of a very high rank, allegedly established by a Seventh Rank Astrologer.
"Does that mean there's a Seventh Rank Astrologer in this Astro Tower, Big Brother? Can we ask a Seventh Rank Astrologer for a reading?"
Song Chi's voice rose slightly, as he hadn't held much hope for this astrology reading. After all, the Time Chess pieces corresponding to the Time Chessboard were at least black-grade, so how could they be easily divined? However, if a Sovereign-grade astrologer could be involved, there might be a slim chance.
But Song Yan quickly shook his head.
"You're thinking too much. Astrology has a certain impact on an astrologer's lifespan. At the level of a Seventh Rank Astrologer, who wouldn't have a status as high as the sky? Not even a Seventh Rank Sovereign could guarantee their cooperation, let alone us?"
Hearing this, Song Chi sighed inwardly.
Who could argue with that?
Even in his previous life on Blue Star, those truly skilled fortune-tellers were all esteemed guests of the high and mighty.
As they conversed, it was finally Song Chi's turn.
Song Yan, standing beside him, had a hint of curiosity in his eyes, wondering what Song Chi wanted to divine.
"What do you want to divine?"
On the first floor of the tower, at the astrologer's window, Song Chi hesitated for a moment after hearing the astrologer's voice from inside the window, then handed over the Time Chess piece that emitted a silver glow.
"I want to divine..."
However, before he could finish his sentence, the astrologer quickly returned the Time Chess piece and explained, "This is beyond my ability to divine. Please go to the second floor."
Song Chi: ...
Song Chi felt speechless and thought to himself that he had waited in line for so long, only to have wasted his time?
But he only complained in his heart, as he could roughly understand that the Time Chess piece was not something an ordinary astrologer could handle.
Second floor of the Astro Tower.
He had thought there would be another queue, but there were far fewer beings on the second floor than on the first. However, the result was not satisfactory, as the astrologer on the second floor still asked him to go to the third floor.
This process continued for six times until Song Chi and Song Yan reached the seventh floor, the topmost floor of the tower.
After receiving instructions from six astrologers, they were not stopped from entering the seventh floor. However, the astrology window on this floor remained closed, and Song Chi only received the word "wait patiently" from the servant by his side.
If it had been before, Song Chi would have been too lazy to wait, but after hearing that the Astro Tower had a Seventh Rank Astrologer, he could only console himself that the other party indeed had the qualifications to act high and mighty.
(End of Chapter)
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