Wow! The item-dropping rate is really high!-Chapter 1032 - 710: Encirclement

While Bai E and others were analyzing the situation, somewhere in the luxurious and private viewing hall of "Star City".

Several figures were overlooking the dazzling city nightscape below through one-way glass, holding crystal-clear wine glasses in their hands.

One of them was dressed in a tailored deep blue uniform, with a badge of stars and gears intertwined on the epaulettes—that was the standard military uniform of the Steel Alliance.

He gently swirled the wine glass, a slight smile of satisfaction at the corner of his mouth.

"There's news, the Mecha from 'New Bauhinia' indeed didn't pass the inspection. The Technology Audit Department has formally notified them to either modify or remake."

He took a sip of the wine, "According to their unconventional technical style, the difficulty of modification is extremely high, almost equivalent to reconstruction. And to remake... with only a month, even if they can find a top workshop, what good can they produce in haste? Moreover, some key high-grade materials and core component supply channels... a word of greeting and they won't get the supplies."

Next to him, an old man clad in a plain white robe, with silver scales and eye patterns embroidered on the cuffs, spoke slowly, his voice deep and with a judging tone: "The non-traditional spiritual energy circuit, the alloy mixed with unknown substances... these are all potential instability factors, which may contaminate the pure spiritual energy environment, or even attract high-dimensional attention. The competition gathers the elite of humanity, safety is paramount. We, the Holy Silver Church Country, support all measures to ensure safety and purity."

Elsewhere, a noble responsible for diplomatic affairs in the Golden Federation was engaging in informal salon talks with several allies.

Speaking of this matter, he elegantly shrugged: "Rules are rules, dear friends. The Star Alliance's Order is built on mutually recognized standards. If any team from remote Star Domains, with a bit of brute force, can rush in with their set of 'unique' equipment untested by cosmic civilization, is that fair to our contestants? Is it a challenge to the authority of the Star Alliance? A proper threshold is necessary. I think friends from the Flame Republic wouldn't like to encounter opponents with ambiguous equipment rules on the field either?"

And in some more secret communication channels, representatives of certain forces from the Peak Alliance were reporting with a hint of flattery and pride to their contacts at Galaxy Center: "...Yes, sir. As we forewarned before, that Bai E and his team indeed brought a technical system distinct from the mainstream. Now it seems, they are indeed stuck at the technical audit. All this, sir, is your strategic planning and foresight... Yes, yes, we understand, we'll continue to monitor their movements, especially their attempts to procure materials and technology channels..."

This is a siege.

A coordinated siege.

Even the "Seven Sons of the Empire", who have long occupied an absolute advantage, would not want an eighth power emerging in the universe to stand on equal footing with them.

Existences like the former Human Emperor, are best never to appear again... For them, maintaining the current situation in the universe is already the best scenario.

...

In the seventh district of the International Pavilion, after listening to Elorin's intelligence and analysis, Bai E did not become angry or dejected, but rather seemed to have made a certain determination.

"Thank you for your intelligence, Elorin Scholar. This confirms my suspicion." Bai E looked at everyone, "Since they are using rules to restrict us, then we will use methods within the rules to break through. Modifying the old Mecha to meet their standards is like cutting feet to fit shoes. Redesigning is rushed and may be hampered by materials and technical constraints."

He shifted his tone, a sharp glint in his eyes: "But their standards are not the only rules. We can also become the new standard setters."

Everyone was stunned.

Beyond the standard? A new generation?

Bai E did not hold back, directly stating: "Catherine, has the reception ship from Mine Star already set off, how soon can it pick up Helen?"

Catherine was slightly surprised, quickly checking: "After you gave the order, it already set off. A message came not long ago; they have found the 'beacon' you left. Are you now seeking Helen?"

"That's right."

"Hold on."

Catherine had long wanted to see what kind of magic a woman who held significant weight in Bai E's heart had.

Communication was swiftly established, and Helen's image appeared on the screen in the tactical discussion room.

She seemed to be in a busy laboratory or workshop background, a focused expression, but upon seeing Bai E, a look of inquiry appeared in her eyes.

"Bai E, the reception ship's preparation is in full swing, the first list of personnel and materials has been confirmed. Are you in trouble?"

Helen keenly detected slight changes in Bai E's expression.

"Yes, Helen. We've encountered some rule-related trouble."

Bai E concisely explained the Mecha's failed inspection, the newly revised technical standards, and the targeted conspiracy behind it.

After listening, Helen's charming face did not show much surprise but instead displayed a cold smile of "as expected".

"Bureaucratic systems and vested interests' usual tricks, regardless of the level. So, how do you need me to assist? Bring the technical team over in advance to help you modify the Mecha? But time might be..." 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

"No, Helen." Bai E interrupted her, his tone firm, "I don't need you to come and help us modify the old Mecha. I want you, upon arrival at Mine Star, to immediately utilize all our existing technical reserves, resources, and your research achievements during this period, to instantly launch a brand new project—design and manufacture a 'new generation universal Mecha prototype' that fully meets or even surpasses the Star Alliance's latest technical standards."