The battlefield thundered with the clash of metal and fire. After several intense rounds of combat, Oren propelled his mecha high into the smoky sky. With a fierce cry—"Breakthrough!"—he dove like a streak of lightning and delivered a devastating kick.
"Boom!"
The force of the blow detonated against Jig, igniting a roaring sea of flame. The ground quaked as shockwaves rolled outward, filling the horizon with dust and fire. For a moment the world seemed nothing but blinding light and choking smoke.
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The Extraordinary Chat Group Reacts
> Furninna: Wow! Oren's mecha is way too strong!
March Seven: Yeah, Jiger never stood a chance!
Hoshi: So cool. I want a mecha like that—imagine how amazing it must feel!
Himeko: I love it!
Keqing: I like it +1!
Yae Shenzi: +1!
Their excitement spilled through the chat like sparks from a bonfire.
Across the digital feed, Xun clenched his jaw. "The toy I worked so hard to obtain… gone, just like that!" His voice carried both frustration and disbelief.
Beside him, Mie narrowed his eyes, expression sharpening to a solemn edge. "Zero-One… your sudden appearance has exceeded all our calculations." His words were laced with both respect and a trace of unease.
The live footage continued to play, showing the aftermath of the fierce clash.
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An Unexpected Invitation
When the smoke settled, Ren Wei approached Oren calmly. "President of Hiden Intelligence," she said, "could you come with me?"
Moments later, they were seated inside a sleek, silent car as the city lights streaked past.
"Zai Ya?" Oren asked, brow furrowed.
"Yes," Ren Wei replied smoothly. "ZAIA is a high-tech conglomerate, integrating research across artificial intelligence, space development, and other advanced industries. It's even larger than Hiden Intelligence."
Oren tilted his head, puzzled. "I heard that ZAIA once collaborated with us on the Xumagia development project. So… why bring me there?"
Ren Wei offered a faint smile. "Because I'm actually from ZAIA. Currently I'm assigned to A.I.M.S. as a technical consultant."
Oren blinked. "Is that so?"
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The Audience Is Shocked
Viewers across the Three Realms Network exploded with surprise.
> "I didn't expect that! Ren Wei has another identity!"
"I thought she might be a spy!"
"Turns out she's a consultant for A.I.M.S., assigned by ZAIA!"
"Guess we were all wrong!"
Their astonishment rippled through the comments as Ren Wei guided Oren into a towering office complex. There, a handsome young man in a crisp white suit greeted them with a courteous smile.
"Welcome to ZAIA," he said warmly. "President Fei Dian."
Oren stepped forward. "Hello. I'm Oren."
"I am Tianjin Gai," the man replied with a slight bow. "It's an honor to meet you."
Once they were seated, Tianjin Gai's polite expression sharpened. "Mr. Feidian Oren, I have a proposal—something I hope you'll consider very carefully."
"You have my attention," Oren said cautiously.
"I would like to buy Feidian Intelligence."
"What?" Oren's eyes widened, the words striking him like a thunderclap. He stared at Tianjin Gai in disbelief.
Never in his wildest thoughts had he expected this meeting to turn into a business ambush.
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Outrage Across the Realms
The audience erupted.
> "What the—he wants to acquire Feidian Intelligence?!"
"This guy's appetite is huge!"
"Feidian Intelligence is one of the largest tech groups in the nation!"
"And their A.I. technology is unmatched!"
"He's way too ambitious!"
"No way Oren would sell!"
"If it were my company, I'd never hand it over!"
Oren's face darkened. "What exactly do you mean by that?"
Tianjin Gai remained perfectly composed. "For the future growth of your company, of course. I believe it would be wise to make your decision sooner rather than later."
The audacity of his calm words left a heavy silence in the room.
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A Gathering Storm
Far away, a different drama unfolded.
Mie's eyes glittered with excitement. "Finally, we've gathered the target number. Now it's his turn. Go collect the upgrade key!"
Xun's lips curved into an eager grin. "Understood."
Meanwhile, at the Thunder Station of Destruction, another operative named Lei inserted all the collected upgrade keys into the massive vessel known as Yak.
The chamber trembled as Yak blazed with a searing white light. The ground itself seemed to vibrate beneath the rising energy.
Viewers across the Three Realms felt their hearts tighten.
> "Is Yak… finally going to be resurrected?"
Inside the luminous storm, Mie's voice rang with triumphant fervor. "Excellent. Yak has finally regained his consciousness."
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Resistance Forms
Elsewhere, Buba Jian sensed the disturbance. "What's happening?" he demanded.
"We harnessed the power of Satellite Zea," a voice answered. "We resurrected Yak."
Xun's eyes gleamed like sharpened blades. "At last, the holy war to annihilate humanity is about to begin!"
"What nonsense is this?!" Buba Jian shouted.
Oren's expression hardened, resolve flashing like steel. "I will never let you succeed!"
He raised his driver belt. "Shining Jump! Authorization! Shining Locust! Light appears—darkness dissipates!"
In a burst of radiant energy, Oren launched himself forward and knocked Lei sprawling.
But the battle wasn't over.
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The Tide Turns
A sudden counterstrike from Lei sent Oren crashing to the ground. Pain rippled through him, but determination burned brighter.
From the sidelines, Iz, Oren's ever-reliable partner, stepped in. "President Oren, I have something new for you!"
Oren glanced up, hope flickering in his eyes. "What is it?"
Iz held out a gleaming device. "Satellite Zea sensed danger. It created this—an Authorization Destroyer."
A grin broke across Oren's face. "Thank you, Iz! Perfect timing!"
With a quick motion, he activated the upgrade. "Program upgrade: Annihilation!"
The weapon roared to life, firing a searing beam like a cannonball. "Boom!" The blast struck Lei with overwhelming force, hurling him dozens of meters away. His upgrade keys scattered across the battlefield like falling stars.
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Cheers from the Chat
> Furninna: Wow! That key is unbelievably strong!
Kiana: It's like he fired a cannon!
Liuying: Iz is amazing—always arriving just in time with the perfect tool!
March Seven: They really are the best team!
Onscreen, Iz darted forward to retrieve the fallen keys. But Xun was just as quick. He lunged, spotting two of the shimmering devices.
Mie approached with a calculating smile. "This is the new upgrade key," he said quietly to Xun.
Before they could act, Oren raised his weapon again. "Boom!" Another blast echoed through the air. Xun barely had time to react before the force slammed him back. His key slipped from his grasp and clattered to the ground.
Buba Jian snatched it up instantly. "Why do you have the Wolf's key? What's going on here?"
"Give it back!" Xun shouted, panic flickering across his face. "It's mine!"
Buba Jian held the key firmly. "No. A wolf's key belongs with a wolf."
Mie curled his lip in disdain. "Forget it. That key can only be used by members of the Destruction Thunder Station anyway."
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Shadows of a Greater War
The tension in the air was palpable. Across realms and networks, viewers sensed that this was only the beginning.
Yak's resurrection, the ambition of ZAIA, and the emergence of ever-stronger upgrade keys hinted at a conflict far larger than anyone had imagined.
Somewhere behind the scenes, Steve—a quiet strategist and former ally of Oren—watched events unfold through a secure channel. Though he had left the frontline battles long ago, the resurrection of Yak and the growing threat to humanity stirred something deep within him. The holy war that Xun proclaimed was no idle boast. Steve knew he might soon have to step from the shadows to help decide the fate of both humans and AI.
For now, the screen faded to black, leaving audiences everywhere breathless and waiting for the next move in a war that could reshape the world.
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