Chapter 971
War in Progress : Sir Skyfire
All the soldiers in the base sprang into action as the alarm sounded.
Artillery shells and weapons were already loaded and equipped, and tanks and infantry fighting vehicles were moving outwards.
At the same time, the large elevator on the surface of Base One was activated.
Two mechanical figures, one large and one small, came into view.
It was Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots, and Bumblebee.
However, compared to their disheveled state a few days ago, these two robots are now completely transformed.
Not only were his missing limbs repaired, but he also acquired many other weapons.
Bumblebee was alright, but looking at Optimus Prime at this moment, Zhu Wen subconsciously called out another name.
Those are dangerous homeless people!
Under the tireless efforts of Chu Xuan No. 2.
The various large weapons in Pacific Rim seem to have been made for Optimus Prime, the leader of the Transformers.
Originally, each piece of equipment could only be described as having a typical level of science fiction technology.
After being connected to the almost constant energy of the core of the Spark Source, it underwent a complete transformation.
The original Crimson Blade laser was upgraded into a laser weapon in Optimus Prime's hands.
In other words, apart from the hilt, the emitted laser is no longer limited to the shape of a sword.
Axe, halberd, hook, fork—Optimus Prime can transform his laser generator into any shape he desires.
The particle shields equipped on the spaceship, after being irradiated by the energy of the Fire Source, became a defensive capability that even amazed Chu Xuan.
Not to mention weapons like plasma cannons and gravity slingshots.
However, it was precisely this change that made Chu Xuan even more certain.
The essence of the Spark Cube is the application of energy under special circumstances, which leads to such incredible changes.
In other words, the Spark Cube is, in a sense, a tangible fifth-section gene lock!
But Xiao Honglu and his group's preparations for this war they were leading didn't stop there.
In the Pacific Rim World, all the high-tech equipment built in large quantities was brought out without reservation at this moment.
With the “help” of the presidents of various countries, this equipment was deployed to all armies, further enhancing human strength.
However, even so, this is only the tip of the iceberg; Chu Xuan, number two, has made much more preparations.
For example, the light blue potion that every soldier in the front-line army group, nicknamed the Suicide Squad, carried.
Hundreds of black shipping containers stood motionless around the military base.
now.
Zhu Wen, Lingdian, Xiao Honglu, Cheng Xiao, Saito Hajime.
The five people stood in a row on the take-off and landing platform of Base One, looking in front of them.
Now nearly 100 meters tall, the Autobot leader is exercising his new body.
"Didn't they say they could only repair the body?"
"They seem to be all better now?"
"I want to know how Chu Xuan repaired the core of the Spark Source?"
Seeing Saito's puzzled expression, Xiao Honglu shrugged and explained:
"It's actually very simple. If the quality is insufficient, just make up for it with quantity."
"The core of the Spark Source is not something that can be analyzed in a short time, but from the perspective of a living organism, it is just an organ that provides energy."
"If it can't be fixed, then just add another one."
Zhu Wen, standing beside her, nodded in sudden realization:
"Oh, I understand."
"Isn't it like a power bank for your phone? The built-in battery is hard to repair, so you just use a power bank and keep it plugged in all the time?"
Xiao Honglu nodded: "You could say that."
"Chu Xuan reassembled the two nuclear reactor engines and installed them on Optimus Prime and Bumblebee."
"However, it's only a temporary assembly, and it will most likely be scrapped after today's battle."
Upon hearing this, the group nodded, their expressions perfectly reasonable.
Otherwise, Chu Xuan in their team would be far too overpowered.
Just then, a figure in a white coat, looking travel-worn, strode over.
It was the protagonist they were talking about, number two Chu Xuan.
Upon entering, this person immediately spoke:
"Everything is going according to plan. I also need to make some preparations, so I'll leave this to you."
After saying that, seeing Xiao Honglu nod, Chu Xuan, number two, did not give anyone else a chance to speak and just began to wither on the spot.
In the end, all that remained was a white lab coat and a handful of brown dust on the ground.
Upon witnessing this scene, Saito scratched his bald head:
"So this is a direct return to the original body?"
"But why do I remember that Colonel Chu's clones weren't supposed to share memories?"
Xiao Honglu played with the hair he had pulled out and said, "This is not returning to the original body."
"It was Chu Xuan who calculated the timing perfectly, and his main body directly canceled the transformation of non-action, which led to this scene."
After saying that, the slug in front of Cheng Xiao spoke.
A mature, sophisticated voice rang out: "Mr. Chu says we can begin preparations."
Xiao Honglu nodded to indicate that he understood and then said:
"Global nuclear strikes proceeded as planned."
"Remember to notify me once it's confirmed that the Spark Source base is no longer sending reinforcements."
The slug nodded softly and said, "Understood, Mr. Xiao. I will pass on the message immediately."
Cheng Xiao reached out and patted the slug in front of him. Just as he was about to turn around and say something, he saw a huge head.
"Holy crap, that scared me!"
Cheng Xiao jumped back as soon as the bumblebee approached.
As a result, this person kept staring at the slug, looking like he didn't know what it was.
A mechanical sound rang out.
"Cheng Xiao, what is this?"
"A talking snail?"
After spending the last few days together, the group had become friends with Bumblebee, who was known for his talkative nature.
So this person is not at all aloof now.
Cheng Xiao, sucking on his pacifier, said, "Didn't I tell you already?"
"My summoned beast."
"It's like your interstellar communicator."
As Cheng Xiao was speaking, Saito Hajime, who was standing next to him, suddenly thought of something:
"By the way, we don't think we've asked you about the other Autobots yet."
"It can't really be just the two of you left, right?"
After Saito finished speaking, Cheng Xiao and Zhu Wen, who were standing next to him, were both stunned and looked over curiously.
They always felt like they had forgotten something, and now they finally remembered.
So where did all the Autobots that appeared in the original story go?
As soon as Saito finished asking the question, everyone looked over curiously.
Then he saw Bumblebee quickly get closer and secretly glanced in the direction of Optimus Prime.
"Shh!"
"Some died in battle, some defected, but most of them were actually captured by the Decepticons."
Saito frowned: "Capture them? Shouldn't Megatron have killed them all, given his personality?"
"What's the use of catching him?"
Bumblebee shrugged and said, "Of course, we want them to become Decepticons."
"In your human terms, it's... well..." "Brainwashing!"
Xiao Honglu's voice rang out.
Bumblebee nodded: "Yes, yes, that's it."
Xiao Honglu looked at the man and pressed, "So the AllSpark Cube also has the ability to change stances and brainwash people?"
"If you have this ability, why didn't you tell us about it before?"
Bumblebee was stunned: "Huh? Didn't they say so?"
"I remember saying that, boys."
Xiao Honglu pressed further, "What about the timeframe? Approximately how long will it take to complete the change of stance?"
Bumblebee thought for a moment before saying, "A few hundred years? Perhaps."
Hearing this number, Xiao Honglu finally breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that this characteristic would have no impact on the upcoming war.
If it's one or two days, then it's a different story.
However, what Xiao Honglu did not expect was that this information, which was not important to them, would become a lifeline for some people.
After all, only the Autobots can stand up to the Decepticons...
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new York.
In the metal buildings in the city center.
The jazz suddenly opened his silver eyes.
"I don't know why, but another batch of guards left this building."
"Qingchen, can we begin according to your plan?"
Seeing the man in front of him nod, the knight perked up and quickly asked.
"Now can you tell me what to do?"
Upon hearing this...
With a stubble beard, Qingchen sat up and slowly moved his stiff body.
Li Qingqing looked at the countdown on her watch and exhaled:
"The last day."
"Uncle, it seems you guessed right. Those veterans should have already taken action."
"Otherwise, the Decepticon guards outside wouldn't keep reducing the number of personnel on guard."
"Otherwise, logically speaking, Megatron, who possesses the AllSpark, would not lack robots."
"It's just a pity we don't know exactly what happened."
Qingchen stood up, looked at the jazz with an expectant face, and fell silent.
Just as Qingchen was about to say something, the motionless Tianhuo suddenly spoke:
"Let me speak."
"Seven days ago, I proposed this plan to Qingchen, so I am naturally the core of the plan."
Tianhuo looked at Qingchen and Li Qingqing.
An aged voice echoed within the cramped metal cell.
The old man's massive body leaned against the wall.
The rusty metal shell on its entire body seemed even more dilapidated than it had been a few days ago.
Even the core of the AllSpark on his chest appeared dim and lifeless.
"The Spark Source Cube!"
Tianhuo spoke slowly, his dark red mechanical eyes sweeping over the figures of Jazz, Qingchen, and Li Qingqing.
"As a deranged scientist, I know a lot of things that you don't."
"The Spark Cube is not only a source of energy, but also a programmer for the consciousness of the Transformers."
"The reason Megatron didn't kill us but imprisoned us here is that he wanted to overwrite our core code and replace the Autobots' loyalty with absolute obedience to the Decepticons."
"This process requires enormous energy and precise operation, and it takes a long time...that's the loophole."
Qingchen nodded and continued Tianhuo's words:
"Now is the opportunity we've been waiting for."
"Megatron and his elite forces, including Starscream and Soundwave, are definitely not in New York right now."
“If I’m not mistaken, they’ve either completely abandoned this place, or they’ve simply turned New York into a prison specifically for holding us.”
"If I'm not mistaken, they either went to the front lines to deal with the alien attack, or they went to the new 'Spark Source Base.' That's why there are fewer guards here."
Li Qingqing had actually known or guessed their way of breaking the deadlock several days ago.
After all, don't forget that this person has read the original story.
The jazz musician seemed to sense something as well; his previously cheerful voice turned somber, and he asked:
"Old man, what exactly is this plan you're talking about?"
Skyfire's chest armor plate opened and closed slightly, as if letting out a sigh.
"It is my spark..."
"My core consciousness is somewhat different from that of ordinary Transformers."
"As a former scientist, I have learned a new skill over a long period of time."
"That is to sacrifice oneself and merge with other Transformers."
"Especially during those days when I was under the radiation of the Spark Source Cube, I reprogrammed myself and improved this ability."
"Moreover, once I die, without my spark core as a marker, these mechanical chains on my body will lose their function."
"When you merge with me, you will gain a tremendous increase in power, enough for you to break free from your current constraints and shatter this cage."
Before he could finish speaking, a series of rattling sounds came from the chains around him, showing how excited he was.
"Sir, shut your mouth and let me continue!"
Skyfire roared, his sharp eyes fixed on the jazz who was about to refuse.
"Don't forget, there are other Autobots in this prison."
"And here is your companion."
"Don't say such mindless stupid things. You can die, but what about them?"
"Didn't you say you wanted to see Optimus Prime and Bumblebee one last time?"
"Or perhaps you want to meet him as a Decepticon?"
After Tianhuo finished speaking, the jazz on the other side, who had been holding back a lot of things to say, suddenly became listless.
Seeing this, Tianhuo understood the man's choice, and a smile appeared on his face, which had softened and even seemed mechanical.
"Absorbing my spark source will take several hours. Although the process is slow, you will gain a permanent boost after the fusion."
"Instead of a temporary combination."
"So, son, live well. You have plenty of time. The Autobots need an adjutant like you."
Tianhu coughed violently a few times, then turned his gaze to Qingchen and Li Qingqing.
"Come on, Qingchen."
"I entrust my spark to you!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the silent clanging of machinery emanated from Tianhuo, who was bound by chains.
As the chains deformed, a hole about the size of a person was revealed within the dense chains due to the change in their mechanical shape.
The deepest part of this cave is the core of the Heavenly Fire, the source of the fire that shines with mysterious light and radiation.
Qingchen took a deep breath and nodded silently. He and Li Qingqing carried the tools they had prepared beforehand and crouched down to crawl inside.
Seeing this, the jazz wanted to speak several times, but closed his mouth again after meeting Skyfire's gaze.
The shimmering mechanical passageway wasn't very long; there was even a step for the two of them to step on.
Enter the passage and look at the energy polymer at the end. (End of Chapter)