: Be a Good Patient and Listen to the Doctor!

2024-09-02 Author: Gu Zhenren

Ning Zhuo focused his final attention on the butterfly wings behind Rudie Niang.

In the entire structure of this mechanical creation, her butterfly wings were the most eye-catching.

Ning Zhuo's first glance had been drawn to these wings. However, he still prioritized probing the main body of the automaton to his current limit.

This was the most correct sequence for studying a mechanical creation.

Only by first understanding the construction, functions, etc., of the main body could one more smoothly and accurately test the roles of other mechanical components.

Rudie Niang's butterfly wings were extremely gorgeous!

By slightly shifting his angle, Ning Zhuo could always see the seven-colored rainbow light constantly refracted on the wings, very magnificent and exquisite.

After carefully probing them, he was surprised to discover that what appeared to be a single pair of wings was actually seven pairs.

It was just that these seven pairs of wings were stacked together so tightly they seemed like one.

Ning Zhuo could imagine: when Rudie Niang operated at full capacity, seven pairs of wings would flutter out behind her.

Each layer of wings was extremely delicate, with its own main color: red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and violet, corresponding exactly to the seven colors of the rainbow.

The construction of the wings was incredibly refined, leaving Ning Zhuo in awe after seeing them.

This was the most exquisite mechanical creation he had ever seen in his life!

The wings were composed of a basic framework made from countless fine filaments, supplemented and solidified by spiritual energy.

Ning Zhuo was not unfamiliar with these filaments—he had just discovered them in the hands and feet of Rudie Niang.

The cultivation technique of solidifying spiritual energy into form alone was extremely precious. It reminded Ning Zhuo of certain ultra-high-grade spirit gathering arrays that could condense spiritual energy from the air into spirit liquid, or even spirit stones.

But such ultra-high-grade spirit gathering arrays were often enormous, covering an entire mountain peak, or even extending across a small mountain range was normal.

This showed just how terrifying the cultivation technique of solidifying spiritual energy into form on these wings was!

"Who exactly designed this automaton?"

"To actually achieve such power on a pair of incredibly thin butterfly wings?!"

"It's too frightening."

The layman enjoys the spectacle, the expert discerns the artistry.

After careful study, Ning Zhuo couldn't help but break out in a fine layer of cold sweat.

The material of Rudie Niang herself wasn't astonishing, merely Foundation Building grade. But this cultivation technique was truly terrifying, so high that Ning Zhuo could only look up to it, to a degree that made him afraid.

Constructed this way, the wings were both sturdy and flexible, while also being extremely light; the combined weight of the seven layers was similar to a single sheet of Xuan paper.

Based on Ning Zhuo's guess, because of the technique of solidifying spiritual energy, the wings themselves likely also possessed a powerful self-repair ability.

"It feels like some master of mechanics, on a sudden whim, driven by兴致, deliberately showed off their skills to create this Rudie Niang."

"Did that group of cloud merchants, Song Fuli and his lot, place her in the auction warehouse intending to make her the final auction item?"

Ning Zhuo speculated continuously.

The style of Rudie Niang's mechanical construction could be said to be exquisite, magnificent, and luxurious to the extreme.

Compared to her, the Golden Core level mechanical body Ning Zhuo had forged for Yuan Dasheng was the complete opposite—piling on materials relentlessly, with low skill, winning by quantity.

Ning Zhuo continued his research and was horrified to discover that each layer of wings contained at least one spell formation.

It also used variant formations, the method quite advanced; at this level, the skill had become art.

Breathtakingly beautiful!

Ning Zhuo exhausted his mind, using various mechanical tools in turn to assist himself, and only then managed to slightly understand the function of the outermost wing formation.

A glint of insight flashed in Ning Zhuo's eyes as he grasped the key point, and he couldn't help but exclaim softly, "I see, I understand now."

"The silver crown on the head, the silver array patterns under the skin, etc., all coordinate with these wings."

"When the wings are activated, the formations will also activate. The outermost wing formation will instantly set up an array around her, altering the space."

"At that time, the spherical space centered on Rudie Niang will be divided into countless small sections by various mana forces. Viewed from the outside, it would look like countless tiny七彩 glass fragments piled together,华丽且致命!"

"The mana required to activate the formation is immense, so the master mechanic who designed her specially added 'blood' to this automaton."

"This special spirit milk can greatly承载法力, equivalent to a constantly deforming mana pool."

"Rudie Niang's entire skin is primarily made of high-grade cloud velvet cotton mixed with other materials, capable of constantly drawing in natural spiritual energy from the surroundings at all times."

"After conversion, this spiritual energy is stored in the spirit milk blood. When the formation is activated, this mana is used."

Hearing Ning Zhuo's detailed and logical analysis, Yang Chanyu couldn't help but raise her eyebrows slightly.

She suddenly realized that this young man before her indeed had some skill. Just through a round of probing, he had deduced Rudie Niang's offensive methods.

Back inside the cloud whale, Yang Chanyu had personally experienced the阵法场景 Ning Zhuo had just described.

At the time, she couldn't see the details.

Fortunately, Sun Lingtong stopped it in time, winning with words, otherwise...

Judging by Ning Zhuo's current meaning, if she had been trapped in such a powerful formation, even if she could break out, she would definitely have paid a heavy price.

"In a short time, this is all I can probe."

Ning Zhuo sighed regretfully and wiped the sweat from his brow.

He said to Sun Lingtong, "Boss Sun, why don't you give it a try?"

Sun Lingtong shrugged: "Forget it. When it comes to mechanical attainments, both I and Yang Chanyu are inferior to you."

Yang Chanyu, hearing this, raised an eyebrow slightly, initially wanting to反驳, but recalling Ning Zhuo's performance just now, she closed her mouth.

She had to admit that in mechanics, this young Qi Refining cultivator indeed had a unique set of skills!

Sun Lingtong asked Ning Zhuo, her tone serious, "Now, should we wake her?"

Ning Zhuo frowned slightly.

Truth be told, after this inspection, he was somewhat wary of Rudie Niang's combat power.

Despite her materials being only Foundation Building grade, such terrifying cultivation techniques were enough to allow her to exhibit combat power comparable to Golden Core.

Cultivation itself is the study and utilization of the truths of the world.

Once awakened, having Rudie Niang by his side would likely be a double-edged sword.

But in the end, Ning Zhuo slowly nodded and said to Sun Lingtong, "Wake her up."

The reason was that after deep thought, Ning Zhuo found he didn't have many choices.

Once the upcoming palace examination began, the struggle surrounding the Molten Rock Immortal Palace would inevitably be a storm of blood.

His opponents would be numerous Golden Core cultivators, even Yuan Ying level ones like Meng Kui.

By that time, at best, his cultivation would have reached Foundation Building. Calculating the time, it would likely only be early Foundation Building stage.

Therefore, he had to cherish every opportunity and strive with all his might to secure high-end combat power for his side!

Rudie Niang could provide at least quasi-Golden Core combat power, something Ning Zhuo absolutely had to secure.

To that end, he needed to gamble.

And here, in the medical hall of the Molten Rock Immortal Palace, was the most suitable environment.

With Sun Lingtong and Yang Chanyu by his side, it was also the safest possible timing.

He would gamble and wake Rudie Niang!

The method to wake Rudie Niang was simple: just chant the secret口诀 again.

Sun Lingtong sang it once, quite proficiently, with clear enunciation.

Ning Zhuo listened to this song, glanced at Sun Lingtong, a flicker in his eyes.

Sun Lingtong also looked at Ning Zhuo and glared at him.

Their small interaction ended quickly, but it was敏锐地捕捉到 by Yang Chanyu nearby!

"What's going on?" Her heart stirred, instantly realizing that the relationship between Ning Zhuo and Sun Lingtong was likely not as simple as just collaborators.

After Sun Lingtong finished singing, she gently patted Rudie Niang's shoulder and arm.

She called out softly, "Rudie Niang, Rudie Niang, wake up."

Rudie Niang slowly opened her eyes. She scanned the room with her crystal-clear eyes, her gaze quickly settling on Ning Zhuo.

Her voice remained very soft, with a slight tremble: "Where is this? Excuse me, are you the mechanical cultivator repairing me?"

Ning Zhuo nodded slightly.

Sun Lingtong said, "Rudie Niang, from now on, you will follow this mechanical cultivator. He can cure the problems with your body, but it requires your full cooperation."

Rudie Niang behaved quite obediently, nodding gently without any suspicion.

"Can I stand up?" she asked.

Ning Zhuo nodded in agreement.

Rudie Niang then floated up, her butterfly wings fluttering slowly once, leaving her suspended in mid-air.

She kept looking at Ning Zhuo, her large eyes suddenly welling up with tears, which fell in large drops.

Such a highly human-like performance surprised all three cultivators present.

Rudie Niang reached out, slightly lowered her head, gently wiped her tears, then continued to stare intently at Ning Zhuo without blinking: "Excuse me, Doctor, is my condition very serious? Can it still be cured?"

Ning Zhuo inwardly praised: "She's worried about her 'illness'. Such intelligence far surpasses Yuan Dasheng's!"

Ning Zhuo nodded,安抚道: "The problem isn't major, but treating it is quite complicated and will take a long time. You need to be patient."

"During this process, I need you to cooperate fully. For example, we'll need实战 to test the mechanism. Any command I give, you must strictly execute it, understand?"

"Mm, Little Butterfly understands." Rudie Niang nodded obediently.

As per the intelligence Sun Lingtong had conveyed, Rudie Niang was simple-minded and quite easy to fool.

Checking the time, it was about right.

Ning Zhuo began tidying the重症医治间, putting everything back in its place.

The various materials Sun Lingtong had given him, as well as Rudie Niang, he temporarily stored here, not planning to take them out just yet.

Sun Lingtong communicated with Ning Zhuo: "What do you plan to do about that Ning Xiaohui?"

"She's been competing fiercely for the Historian's Pavilion position."

"This time, you entering the immortal palace seems to have刺激到了 her."

"She's practically拼命, resting only one or two hours a day, going all out for功绩."

"If she really succeeds, then even our secret meeting here would probably be recorded by the Historian's Pavilion."

Ning Zhuo sighed: "Ning Xiaohui is a big trouble. I'm currently looking for an opportunity."

"From my observations over the past few days, the Golden Core ancestors place great importance on the modification team."

"Regardless of the situation, at least two are always active near the modification team."

"I believe Ning Xiaohui, bearing such an important responsibility, must also be protected. And the level of protection for her is likely much higher than for us."

"Eliminating her carries high risks; we need to find the right opportunity. At the same time, we need a method to handle the subsequent investigation."

"Right now, Zhu Xuanji seems to have noticed something; the attention he's placing on me is unusual."

"If something happens to Ning Xiaohui, I'm probably the first one he'll investigate thoroughly!"

"I have some confidence in disguising myself. But what I fear most is being imprisoned by them, temporarily losing my freedom!"

That situation would be utterly fatal for Ning Zhuo!

Sun Lingtong nodded, quite认可 Ning Zhuo's judgment.

Yang Chanyu then said, "According to the plan you previously devised, you wanted the cloud merchants to cause a commotion to create an opportunity for you."

"But it's strange. So many days have passed. Logically, the cloud merchants should have discovered the fakes we left behind by now. But over there, there's been no movement at all!"

After Sun Lingtong and Yang Chanyu ransacked the auction warehouse, they used their means to create corresponding counterfeits and placed them back.

They retraced their route, replacing the empty spots on the shelves with fake items along the way, creating the illusion that the goods were still there.

They deliberately designed these fakes to automatically disappear after a few days, thus revealing a huge flaw.

According to plan, the cloud merchants should have erupted days ago. Yet, until now, it's been quiet over there.

Very peculiar!

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