Chapter 700 Root Slash (Two in One)_2
It was at this moment that he heard someone speaking on the combat channel: "87%! Getting closer to Quasi-Abyss level!"
"Impressive. Their target is that 'Vajra Emperor Dragon.' Are they planning to destroy this Quasi-Immortal Battle Dragon?"
Mihailovich immediately looked toward the battlefield ahead.
He saw a towering Quasi-Immortal Battle Dragon, twenty-seven meters tall, its body clad in platinum and gold, suddenly beginning to twist unnaturally.
Its entire body was engulfed in black flames—those were clearly the Flames of Destruction, consuming the blood and flesh of this Quasi-Immortal Battle Dragon.
The 'Vajra Emperor Dragon' wielded Conceptual Power at a strong 75%, but it was ultimately just a Ninth Realm Divine Illumination-tier Battle Dragon, whose actual power couldn't compare to that of the Twin Abyss Dragons.
This Battle Dragon's tunneling speed was drastically reduced, gradually being trapped within the Dyson Cannon Array's 'Capture Field.'
Not only this 'Vajra Emperor Dragon,' but the other Quasi-Immortal Battle Dragons were also in a dire state.
With the twin wings of Despair Heavenly Dragon and Pain Heavenly Dragon fully extended, the force they unleashed grew increasingly overwhelming, their aura becoming more terrifying and unsettling by the second.
Mihailovich watched this scene, his nerves tightening.
A month ago, during the battle that erupted in Ninth Base City, the 'Double Heavenly Maiden' only utilized about 80% of their Conceptual Power for approximately 50 seconds.
Their current Concept Strength had far exceeded what it was a month ago. How much longer could it last?
From the moment the Twin Abyss Dragons appeared until now, over 15 seconds had passed.
Strangely enough, Mihailovich's inner soul remained calm, his energy and blood circulating normally without any signs of anxiety.
Like Mihailovich, Xu Mengran, who was accompanying the East Asia Republic's Revolutionary Fleet in battle, also had a furrowed brow.
He gazed at the pair of Abyss Battle Dragons, spreading massive black wings and enveloping the battlefield in their majestic Conceptual aura, his expression profoundly serious.
"—If we have no other options, we can still deploy 'Nuwa.' Li Xianglong must have a contingency plan; the risks remain within controllable boundaries!"
This was the East Asia Republic's Revolutionary Army Commander. This fifty-year-old man, with an upright posture and eyes as sharp as an eagle's, stood at the bridge's forward observation window, simultaneously releasing Conceptual Martial Intent to assist Li Xianglong in battling these Quasi-Immortal entities, while observing the larger tactical situation.
The East Asia Republic's Abyss technology strategy didn't solely rely on the 'Mechanical Dragon God.'
They were uncertain which current Abyss technology approaches could ultimately succeed, so they advanced several paths simultaneously, fully supported by the Republic's economic strength.
The 'Nuwa Project,' which followed a biological path and involved various dangerous biological experiments, faced slower progress due to considerations of humanitarian concerns and public opinion. Nonetheless, it could now be deployed in combat, albeit still unstable.
Their confidentiality measures were airtight; the 'Nuwa Project' remained completely shielded from external disclosure.
"Those Quasi-Immortals aren't even exerting their full strength. They simply don't want their identities within the Federation to be discovered or to expose themselves directly in front of the Abyss."
Xu Mengran shook his head slightly, still focused on the direction of Despair Heavenly Dragon and Pain Heavenly Dragon: "Honestly, I'm not worried about the outcome of this battle. I'm more curious—how did Lin Rui manage to purge the Double Heavenly Maiden of Abyss Pollution?"
"I've been carefully sensing the emotional state of the Pain and Despair Heavenly Maidens. Their souls remain astonishingly pure, showing no signs of Abyssal contamination. This suggests that the persistence duration of Despair and Pain Battle Dragon is significantly longer than our supercomputing estimates."
The Revolutionary Army Commander's spirit was stirred by these words, thinking it was excellent news.
The longer the Double Heavenly Maiden could endure, the higher their odds of victory in this battle.
The Commander turned his head and cast a warning glance toward Xu Mengran: "Don't act recklessly. No matter what method Lin Rui is using to achieve Abyss purification, it's not something we can casually investigate. Unless they actively share it with us—those three siblings have great trust in us East Asians and hold us in high regard. Let's not jeopardize that trust."
Not only were the Double Heavenly Maiden crucial, but Lin Rui himself and his ongoing X-Fostering Project held increasing strategic importance amid the East Asia Republic's numerous Abyss initiatives.
Additionally, the Rui Fang Armored Biological Research Institute's new implant developments were being explored in deep collaboration by both sides.
—Mr. Lin had already been designated as a vital ally and strategic partner by the East Asia Republic.
If the 'Double Heavenly Maiden' today could truly last more than 30 seconds in combat as Xu Mengran predicted, then the importance of the trio to East Asia would rise further.
"Of course I won't act foolishly."
Xu Mengran cast a sidelong glance at his old comrade behind him, wondering why this guy thought him so rash.
"Still, after today's battle, I plan to personally ask Mr. Lin to implant the new armament for me!"
The Revolutionary Army Commander instantly understood his intent; this implantation surgery might provide Xu Mengran with some insights.
With a grave expression, he replied: "You want to do it now? I think it's too risky. My suggestion is to test it out on a couple of old-timers first."
Most of East Asia Republic's First and Second-Generation Alien Walkers had perished, leaving only Xu Mengran and the Commander themselves.
However, there were still several Third and Fourth-Generation Alien Walkers remaining, some of whom were nearing the end of their lifespans or had been driven to despair by Armament Syndrome. It would be safer to conduct trials at Rui Fang first.
The Republic had many Congressman-level powerhouses, yet altruistic individuals like Xu Mengran and the Commander willing to serve the government were rare—they couldn't afford to lose even one.