NABC Chapter 290 Dr. Eight-Tailed Resolves His Determination, Special Mission Completed
Chapter 290 Dr. Eight-Tailed Resolves His Determination, Special Mission Completed
Faced with Horii's speculation and Dr. Yao's excited rebuttal, Lin Yeming remained silent for a moment before suddenly speaking: "Yorui, try to show it the 'Sphia' energy signature and part of the original code that we deciphered."
Ye Rui paused for a moment, then immediately began to operate. When the strange symbols and energy fluctuation patterns originating from the core of the mechanical island and representing "Sphia" appeared on the interactive screen, an astonishing scene unfolded!
The previously dim energy core of Kiga's wrecked head suddenly began to flicker violently at an extremely rapid frequency, even emitting an unstable "buzzing" electrical sound. The cold electronic voice became intermittent, yet filled with a kind of programmed, extreme emotion:
"Sphia...!"
"traitor!"
"sinner!"
"The source of cholera must be... eradicated!"
Before the words were even finished, a violent energy disturbance emanated from inside the Kiga wreckage. Then, with a muffled bang, the most important information processing unit in its head overloaded and exploded while in remote signal connection mode, turning into a piece of charred scrap metal. All signals were instantly cut off.
The command room was deathly silent.
Although Kiga did not directly answer the question about the Magus propulsion system, its extremely strong reaction, along with accusations of being a "traitor," a "sinner," and the "source of cholera," almost indirectly confirmed Horii's conjecture—that there was some profound and hostile connection between Sphia and the Magus propulsion system.
Kiga's violent, self-destructive reaction made the atmosphere in the command room even more tense. Everyone's face was filled with worry and contemplation.
Dr. Dango's expression shifted rapidly. Kiga's reaction, Sphia's name, and the earth-shattering prophecies about the "genetic factor of light" and the "human evolutionary dilemma" that Masaki Keigo had privately revealed to him... these fragments of information collided wildly in his mind.
"Could it be... that Masaki Keigo is right?" A storm raged in Tango's heart. "Could it be that humanity, relying on its own strength, really cannot stop its inevitable demise? Is the Magus Power System not a hope, but rather a cause of destruction?" A huge sense of despair almost overwhelmed him.
But then, an even more insane yet incredibly tempting thought began to take root in his mind: "What if... what if humanity could possess the power of Ultraman, a perfect fusion of light and immense strength? Wouldn't that be the only way to truly transcend limitations and cope with any crisis?" His gaze gradually became obsessive and fanatical, and a vague yet dangerous plan began to brew in his heart.
He needs to find Masaki Keigo, immediately!
The oppressive silence lasted for a while.
Lina seemed to have thought of something, and looked at Lin Yeming with a glimmer of hope, asking softly, "Officer Yeming... does the book 'Records of the Customs and Culture of Taiping' record anything similar to Sphia or this kind of robot monster?"
These words seemed to light a lamp, and everyone's eyes instantly turned to Lin Yeming.
Yes, this is a prophet from TPC who has repeatedly provided crucial information through that mysterious ancient book. Perhaps this time, we can also find clues about Sphia, or even a way to deal with her.
Their eyes were full of anticipation.
Lin Yeming was slightly taken aback by being suddenly entrusted with such high expectations. The *Taiping Fengtu Ji* (Records of the Customs and Traditions of Taiping) made no mention of Sphia. However, he maintained his composure on the surface.
"Is it made up on the spot?" His mind raced. "No, it can't be considered entirely made up on the spot. It's just a prediction of what will happen in the future."
He quickly identified a point of entry—an early probing attack tactic of Sphia, which is also an event that may occur soon in the story.
“Perhaps… it’s not exactly made up, but the records are rather vague and need to be interpreted.” Lin Yeming pondered for a moment before slowly speaking, “I remember that the Taiping Customs Records seem to mention an unusual phenomenon related to falling stars, accompanied by the mysterious disappearance of spacecraft… This may be related to some kind of surveillance or probing from deep space.”
To increase his persuasiveness, Lin Yeming gestured to Ye Rui to retrieve the electronic version of "The Records of Taiping Customs" from the headquarters archives. He skillfully turned to a certain page, pointing to an ancient illustration depicting a twisted monster and a strange halo, along with the obscure and difficult-to-understand text beside it.
“The records above are indeed few and vague.” Lin Yeming pointed to a terrifying figure in the illustration that combined biological and crystalline features. “The only thing that might be related to the Sphia we are discussing now is a monster called the ‘Sphia Synthetic Beast’.”
He paused, then, drawing on his "knowledge," explained: "According to the cryptic descriptions in the Taiping Customs, the Sphia Synthetic Beasts are not naturally born creatures, but rather more like manufactured biological weapons."
He raised his head, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, and his tone became more serious: "And this monster has a very distinctive characteristic: it will precisely attack the most developed and civilized cities in the world at that time. Its purpose seems to be to stifle any potential forces that might challenge them."
Dr. Yawei kept a close eye on Lin Yeming's interpretation, especially when he saw the bizarre monster illustrations in the ancient book that were truly incompatible with modern technological creations. This, combined with Lin Yeming's previous remarks about "prophecy" and "attacks caused by development," as well as Kiga's declaration of "eliminating prohibited forces"...
Various clues connected in his mind, forming a startling yet logically consistent explanation: the Magus Power System was not evil, but rather an inevitable stage in the development of human civilization. However, this power touched upon the taboos of a distant cosmic force, thus provoking their purge. Sphia was the "guarantee system" that carried out the purge.
Having come to this understanding, Dr. Yaiba's initial resistance and resentment were gradually replaced by a heavy sense of responsibility and unwavering fighting spirit. His research was not wrong; the wrong lay with those cosmic forces attempting to stifle humanity's future!
His gaze towards Lin Yeming became complex and profound, filled with inquiry and a sense of having found a kindred spirit. After the meeting, he needed to find an opportunity to have a thorough and in-depth conversation with Lin Yeming. About the Magus power system, about Sphia, about the future… He felt that this young staff officer might be able to point him to a different path.
[Ding! Special mission 'Persuade Dr. Yao' has been completed!]
[Dr. Yao's attitude towards the Magus power system has shifted from 'skepticism and conservatism' to 'firmness and ambition'!]
[Special mission: Protecting Earth has been completed!]
[Task rewards are being distributed...]
You have gained a virtual combat system, a random upgrade to one of your attributes, and the Max Energy Core.