Chapter 1221: Chapter 1220: Machinery Zombie Chapter 1221: Chapter 1220: Machinery Zombie Corpse Country, Imperial City District.
Central Ministry of Works.
Its entirety resembled an ultra-gigantic steam machinery factory, consuming over 60% of the entire Corpse Country’s daily energy, the chanical nerve center of the nation, the origin of all advanced technology.
Working in the Central Ministry of Works were only two types of zombies.
First, those who were sifted through layers of selection, outstanding in scholarship and technology, recognized directly by the court, who voluntarily accepted the control of the Corpse Bug.
Second, the [Zombie Workers], whose brains were replaced with machinery entities, devoid of self-thinking.
Swollen Doctor, who had been valued right on board the Dragon Boat and sent directly to the court.
In the internal tests of the court, he exhibited an unparalleled talent in chanical technology, favored by the minister of the Ministry of Works, and was exceptionally promoted to the Central Ministry of Works.
In just a hundred days, he had already completely established his footing here.
Today.
Doctor suddenly received a summons from the minister, and proceeded to the most sacred area of the Ministry of Works—the [Divine Workshop Hall].
“Huang Zecheng (the doctor’s na in Corpse Country), the report you submitted to last ti was very interesting, and I have approved it.
However, so of the important materials involved, I had people check at the market, and they are all in high demand and hard to find.
I suggest you take a trip to the ‘Military Camp’ at the very bottom of Corpse Country, where you should be able to purchase the materials you want… as long as the cost is not too extravagant, the Ministry will fully fund it.”
“Thank you, Lord Minister.”
“Now is a critical ti for Corpse Country, and if you can complete this work, it will be beneficial for both you personally and the whole Ministry.
Go now, I have heard that the trading area corresponding to the lower end of the military camp is about to hold a large-scale auction. Perhaps you can get everything you want in one go.”
“Alright.”
Presently.
Swollen Doctor appeared completely different from when he first left the Floating Island.
Receiving the ‘Spinal chanical Column’ from the start and learning about ‘chanical Implant Technology,’ the doctor chose to explore the technological direction of the Tomb World.
During his ti in the Central Ministry of Works, the doctor had modified over 80% of his body, a rarity throughout the entire Corpse Country.
He could no longer be associated with the [Zombies] in basic form.
A Black Elixir mixed with tallic luster had ford in his abdon, which in the Ministry’s terminology was described as – “chanical Ascension.”
…
Perspective switch.
Han Dong, who had spent the night at the military camp’s guesthouse,
Punctually took Zhang Xiliang back into the [Hundred Demon Collection], attending the monthly grand auction.
Because the annual auction was still in preparation, this monthly auction was considered the highest level of rchandise sales currently, attracting extrely rare and extraordinary treasures from the marketplace.
The foot traffic at the Hundred Demon Collection also reached a peak today.
These extra visitors were naturally all here for the auction, mostly high officials from the court; they were determined to secure any coveted treasures, regardless of the expense.
After all, getting a Precious Treasure given by the court was even more difficult for an individual.
As Han Dong watched one official after another, dressed in luxurious uniforms, hopping towards the auction venue, a tinge of doubt surfaced in his heart—”Is three thousand barrels of heavy oil enough?”
Special Asset Verification Officers were also stationed at the entrances of the auction house.
They would verify the wealth of those seeking entrance, who needed to possess at least a thousand barrels of heavy oil to qualify for entry.
Those carrying a fortune of tens of thousands or officials of the third rank and above could enjoy the ‘VIP Room’ privileges at no cost.
“Verification passed, please take your seat according to the number on your token. The auction will start in 15 minutes.”
“Alright.”
Zhang Xiliang, the once rogue, had never imagined he could enter such a high-end occasion. His body was tense throughout, following behind Han Dong like a puppet.
Several tis, he even wanted to find an excuse to leave, feeling there was no point in him being there.
Unexpectedly, a hand gently rested on his shoulder.
“Don’t be nervous. If there’s sothing suitable for you in the auction, you can consider it too.”
“Don’t… The gifts from Mr. Han have already been more than enough for . The items displayed here are extrely valuable. I really couldn’t afford them with my current status! I’m already quite satisfied to be in such a setting.”
“Just a small occasion.”
To Han Dong, it indeed was a small occasion. Any scene from his previous etings with the Old King could easily overshadow this modest auction.
…
The reason the venue was set at the lowest level of the [Hundred Monsters Gathering] was because it was originally a large natural cave, with a circular do structure perfectly suited for large gatherings.
The venue was divided into an upper and lower level.
The lower level was arranged with densely packed tiered seating, accommodating a thousand people.
The upper level was ring-shaped, with compartnts separated from one another, exclusive for VIPs.
To ensure fair trading at the auction, the compartnts on the upper level were all made of glass, offering a clear view of the dignitaries seated inside.
…
Han Dong casually observed the venue, focusing on the upper level compartnts.
“So many high-ranking officials. Judging by their clothes, they seem to belong to different departnts or are representatives sent by different agencies.”
Once a precious treasure is presented, they will use the full financial power of their departnts.
So frustrating…
Just as Han Dong was sowhat helplessly preparing to turn his gaze back to the auction stage.
Click, click, click~
With the clear sound of chanical clashing coming from above, his gaze moved upward again… A new VIP entered his vision.
Not only did this attract Han Dong’s attention, but the eyes of more than sixty percent of those present were also drawn over.
This distinguished guest possessed an unusual body… To be precise, he should be called a [chanical Entity], sothing most of the zombies present had never seen with such a high degree of chanical coverage.
1. chanical Columns evenly distributed across the exposed spinal surface undulated up and down, with steam dispersing.
2. Due to spinal bending issues, the individual had both legs completely removed and underwent a kind of “chanical Implant” connecting to the spinal nerves; now, a fully developed “Scorpion-Like Lower Body” had erged.
Six perfectly coordinated chanical insect legs carried the body, moving freely.
3. The left shoulder was equipped with a “Heavy chanoid Limb,” compatible with attachnts like a drill or a large chanical arm for heavy lifting, or could be fitted with a large-caliber cannon, Heavy Hamr, etc., for combat.
The right shoulder, along with the forearm region, had a total of [18] “Small Soft chanoid Limbs” directly connected to the central nervous system, capable of performing precise tasks in tandem with the main body.
4. Even the face had an embedded tal mask, extrely complex and symbolizing the highest intellect of the Ministry of Works, similar to a Skeleton. Within the eye sockets was a green retinal sh capable of ultra-fast environntal scanning and dynamic capturing.
“Who is this? I’ve never seen a zombie with such a high level of chanical coverage, it’s insane! They’ve probably achieved ‘chanical Ascension,’ right?”
“No shit, such coverage definitely indicates a chanical Ascender, and they must be a core mber of the Central Ministry of Works… might even be related to the [Divine Workshop].”
“Now we’re in trouble. The Central Ministry of Works will surely buy up anything related to machinery, or even things that can be used as an energy source.”
The auction was abuzz with discussions about the newly arrived VIP.
Even Zhang Xiliang was stunned, having never seen such a precise zombie.
Only Han Dong glanced once and returned his view to the auction stage, quietly waiting for the auction to begin.
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