Biochemical Martial Arts: Supreme Heavenly Venerate

Chapter 570: Chapter 543: Oppression (Please Subscribe)

Lin Rui’s call with Xu Mengran was meant to discuss the customization of combat robots and Outer Elixirs.

Alta Devonshill and his Zhirui Pharmaceutical Company, despite being no significant threat, heralded the advent of a far greater storm—an imminent high-intensity war.

Lin Rui must maximize his strength and stockpile weapons and ammunition for the upcoming conflict.

However, the biggest weakness of their group was himself.

Without the ability to use Abyss Level powers, Lin Rui was just a 6SSS+.

Even with the use of the Outer Elixir ‘Kui Dragon’ and the 8X-type ‘Imperial Power’ Exoskeleton Armor modified from the ‘Emperor’ as his foundation, his combined combat power could only reach 7SSS+ level, which made him an easy target for enemies.

It was not possible for Lin Rui to elevate his realm and cultivation at will; it required time to accumulate and settle, so he could only rely on external forces to enhance his personal combat strength and defense.

Lin Rui also happened to have a substantial amount of money on hand, enough to allow him to purchase the type 9 combat robots and type 8 Outer Elixirs that he previously wouldn’t have dared to even think about.

However, within the Earth Federation, only a few institutions were capable of manufacturing these type 9 war machines—the Federation Science Academy, East Asia Science Academy, East Asia Engineering Academy, North American Federation Science Academy, Atlantic United Science Academy, and Western military technology companies holding brands like ‘Emperor’, ‘King’, and ‘Knight’, Ouya United Machinery Company which owns brands like ‘Red Spider’ and ‘Giant Bear’, as well as Dragon Clan Heavy Industry which produces a variety of combat robot and Mecha models like ‘Wisdom Dragon’, ‘Dragon Slayer’, ‘Panlong’, and others.

And all they produced were prototype models, because the manufacturing technology for type 9 combat robots was not yet perfected, and Federation mechanics couldn’t fully bring the combat power of these robots and Mechas to the true Ninth Realm level, so they could only be considered pseudo-Ninth Realm.

Besides these few institutions, even companies and studios with top-level Mechanics had to modulate, modify, and enhance the type 9 base robots and Mechas provided by these institutions to give them greater combat power.

This is because the metallurgical technology, material synthesis, and precision machining involved in type 9 robots is not something that a few dozen or even a few hundred mechanical engineers could complete, they required an entire industrial system.

Therefore, no matter how skilled a Mechanic was, they could not produce type 9 robots and Mechas on their own.

Earth Federation’s regulations were also very strict, and only by obtaining authorization from the Earth Federation, could one order type 9 war machines from these institutions.

In fact, once the war machines reached type 8, they were beyond the reach of ordinary Armored Martial Cultivators, and the appearance of every single type 8 Combat Mecha and combat robot on the black market would cause a sensation and a scramble from all sides.

As for type 8 and type 9 Outer Elixirs, their precision was even higher than that of the war machines, with greater demands on materials.

The current technology was either reliant on the heavenly treasures from Sky Extreme Star for production, which made the price extraordinarily expensive; or the national-level scientific research institutions used top nano-technology and the best in material science to create them.

If Lin Rui wanted to procure these items, he would inevitably need to seek help from Xu Mengran.

At the same time, Lin Rui also wanted to further strengthen the security forces of his dock base, preparing to build two more reinforced National Guard battalions.

He was acutely aware of a fire support deficiency, feeling that the military strength under his command was not only insufficient for offense but possibly also for defense.

“As per Earth Federation regulations, your Rui Fang’s tax contributions can increase at least two National Guard divisions, so there’s no problem with qualifications. We have enough second-hand equipment to supply you with 80% new equipment at cost price, we can even help arrange personnel for you. The tricky part is the type 9 combat robots and type 8 Outer Elixirs — if provided by East Asia, it will definitely raise suspicions from all sides.”

In the video call, Xu Mengran saw Lin Rui frowning, with a solemn expression and couldn’t help but chuckle, “Fortunately, about two months ago through special channels, I acquired two Red Spider 8pro model bases, and one ‘Righteous Angel’ Outer Elixir; are you interested?”

He wouldn’t say that he had foreseen Lin Rui’s craving for advanced war machines as early as two months ago and had made preparations ahead of time.

Lin Rui’s eyebrows lifted in surprise, his gaze filled with disbelief: “‘Righteous Angel’ Outer Elixir? How is that possible?”

In fact, the Red Spider 8pro model was a type 9 combat robot developed by Ouya United Machinery Company.

Due to funding shortages for development, they named their type 9 robots the 8pro model to circumvent Earth Federation legal controls.

As long as the buyer was willing to pay a premium, they dared to sell despite Earth Federation regulations, and Ouya United Machinery Company had been involved in multiple legal battles with the Federation’s justice department for this.

The type 9 combat robots produced by this company were technically the weakest among type 9s, but they were very generous with materials, piling on top-grade alloys, making the armor exceptionally thick, and utilizing antimatter engines for powerful propulsion, equivalent to the more brute-force version among type 9 combat robots, known for their durability and ruggedness.

Therefore, their costs were extremely high, and their selling price was more than double the cost, making the cost-performance ratio very low.

Alas, the product from Ouya United Machinery Company is the only one for sale to the public and also the only way for the powerful factions within the Federation to bypass federal control and obtain the Type 9 robots.

The ‘Righteous Angel’ is not something just anyone can buy; it is an Eighth Realm Light Element Outer Elixir produced by a Western military technology company. They aren’t short on money, as they have ample funds for research and development, and their internal sales channels alone are sufficient to absorb all of their high-end products.

“This was originally acquired by a Congressional Honorary Member at a high price, intended as a gift for his daughter. However, due to recent business difficulties, he had to resell it to raise funds, which is quite a loss of face.”

Xu Mengran explained the reason: “But the ‘Righteous Angel’ is still decent enough, being of the 8SS+ grade. Those two Red Spider 8pro models, however, are both blank slates, and you’ll have to figure out how to enhance them yourself. We can’t help you with the modifications; our Mechanics have too distinctive styles which could expose our relationship.

Furthermore, the Red Spider 8pro’s posture sensing equipment, control systems, and combat AI are quite lackluster. Ouya United Machinery Company’s programming for combat AI isn’t that great to begin with, and to circumvent federal regulations, they’ve castrated the combat AI before selling, so you’ll have to find your own way with that too. I don’t know if that’ll be acceptable to you?”

Lin Rui couldn’t help but fall into contemplation; the posture sensing equipment and control system could be replaced, and he could handle the combat AI himself.

When the time comes, he could just let No. 9 and No. 7 each split off a sub-body for control and then improve through actual combat training and in-depth study.

As for modifying and enhancing the battle armor, he wondered if Wang Yinyue and No. 9 could handle it? If not, he would have to pay a top Mechanic to do the job.

The Red Spider 8pro model has one advantage: due to the generous use of materials and its powerful actuators, it has great potential for modification.

Seeing Lin Rui nod, Xu Mengran let out a light chuckle: “Alright, the SS+ ‘Righteous Angel’ will cost 70 billion federal coins, and the two Red Spider 8pro models will cost 2.4 trillion federal coins. That’s the cost price at which I acquired them, no rip-off, you can settle with Magic Silver and Divine Gold, or pay in cash, transferred to this account. Of course, if you don’t have enough money, you can apply for it.”

Lin Rui certainly knew Xu Mengran wouldn’t cheat him in this regard, but still his face contorted.

He knew this money had to be paid; the funds of the East Asia National Security Bureau came from the taxpayers, not Xu Mengran’s own pocket.

Actually, when he thought about it, it was quite a good deal: for 2.4 trillion federal coins, he could get two combat robots with some Ninth Realm combat capabilities.

“By the way,” Xu Mengran said, narrowing his eyes: “I actually have two things I want to ask you about. One is Linghu Mingde; is his Armament Syndrome completely cured? And the other thing, what exactly is your Rui Fang Biological Prosthetics Research Institute working on?”

He had noticed Linghu Mingde frequently visiting this research institute, and upon further investigation, Xu Mengran found some clues — they might be developing a completely new technology.

Lin Rui’s spirit lifted slightly: “My research institute, eh? Indeed, there are some nice things in there. It’s a bit complicated to explain at once, so it’s better for Commander Xu to set a time to come and see for yourself.”

Thinking that he’d have to earn back the money spent on Red Spider 8pro and ‘Righteous Angel’ from Xu Mengran or he would take his surname!

After ending the call with Xu Mengran, Lin Rui still massaged his temples with a headache.

He was already very wealthy, his total assets were approaching a trillion, but those Eighth and Ninth Realm treasures easily cost hundreds of billions each.

Then he received another call, labeled ‘Attorney Kang Mingkai of Purple Gold Flower.’

At first, he was puzzled, but then he sneered coldly and answered the call: “Old Kang, what’s up? Let me guess, the takeover offer from Zhirui Pharmaceutical Company?”

“You guessed right.” Radford Comming looked tired on the video call: “I didn’t want to bother with it, Zhirui Pharmaceuticals can’t influence me, but Purple Gold Flower law firm has faced substantial pressure in just one day; several major clients sent threatening letters simultaneously, threatening to sever ties with our firm.”

Lin Rui was not at all surprised, his lips slightly curled: “So, old Kang, what do you plan to do?”

“That depends on you. If your Rui Fang Pharmaceuticals can withstand their assault, then I can set up my own law firm, dedicated to serving you and Miss Fang Ranran. If that’s not possible, I will do my best to negotiate better terms for the takeover, but either way, I will not betray my clients.”

Radford Comming’s voice was very solemn and resounding: “The purpose of my call is to convey an invitation on behalf of the firm. Alta Devonshill of Zhirui Pharmaceutical Company would like to invite you and Miss Fang Ranran to a charity auction tonight at the National Arts Center, to meet and talk with you.”

As Radford Comming said this, his eyes were grave: “I noticed that the corporations pressuring Purple Gold Flower law firm all have executives attending the auction. Clearly, this is a trap meant to compel you and Miss Fang to sell Rui Fang Pharmaceuticals. If you believe you can withstand some pressure, then I recommend not attending.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Rui’s lips curved slightly, thinking that it wouldn’t be a bad idea.

But Alta Devonshill is unlikely to have the life to attend the banquet anymore.

He snapped his fingers: “Tell him I will attend, and also, old Kang, please do me a favor and send me the names of these corporations.”

To know the enemy and know oneself is to be undefeated in a hundred battles; he had to first understand who his enemies were.