Chapter 58 of 100
Chapter 58
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"Whatever it is, just follow me." After receiving the video recordings of Du Nan's dozens of battles, Ma Ge, excited, said goodbye and quickly left the Magic Network. Upon arriving at the company, he slapped the station manager hard a few times, ignoring the stunned looks of the people around, and pulled out the plain-looking Ah Ying.
Ah Ying was overjoyed to tears but also somewhat worried.
At this moment, the awakened station manager jumped up in a rage, shouting for the security guards to catch Ma Ge.
"Ignore that mad dog. I'm still a Magic Warrior; even if I'm weak, he can't bite me. Ah Ying..." Ma Ge knelt down on one knee, took out a cheap silver ring, and said, "Ah Ying, marry me. I've been arrogant and I've worked hard, but I've missed out on more. Today, I can't miss you again. Will you marry me?"
"Um, um um..." Ah Ying was already in tears, overwhelmed with joy and almost fainting from happiness.
She didn't understand why Ma Ge had changed so much in just half a day.
Ma Ge also shed tears, his smile deeper.
"We'll get married right away, invite our only friends, and call all my children. No, wait a moment, I'll be right back."
"Ma Ge..."
"Don't be afraid, Ah Ying. This is real, absolutely real." Ma Ge pointed to the sky, swearing to show his sincerity: "I've come to my senses and realized that you are what I want most. Now, I'm just going to find someone to get his blessing. I don't have money now, but I just need to borrow something to make you a happier bride. Trust me, very soon, very soon, I'll be back."
Ah Ying nodded, watching Ma Ge leave.
At this moment, the station manager had already come down with a group of staff and security guards, surrounding this weak woman. In their view, this foolish woman was definitely deceived, and Old Ma must have done something bad, needing this foolish woman to take the blame. Seeing this foolish woman caressing the broken silver ring and smiling foolishly, everyone felt she was beyond help.
A few minutes later.
Ma Ge returned, his face full of excitement.
"Ah Ying, look, I really succeeded. I brought the blessing of my friend."
At this moment, Ah Ying was already surrounded by people. The station staff, security guards, and some curious onlookers. Ma Ge took out a video player and placed it on a stone table in the small park. He lightly pressed a button, and a mecha figure appeared, clasping its hands: "Congratulations, wishing Ma Ge and Ying Ge a happy marriage and many children."
A short sentence.
The onlookers were all petrified: the mecha's name was... Traveler!
Ah Ying covered her mouth tightly, trying not to cry out. As a station staff member, she knew that the entire Cyan Star Alliance's media was looking for this figure. The entire Cyan Star Alliance's military wanted to know the secret of his instant kills. The entire Cyan Star Alliance's various forces wanted to recruit him into their ranks.
Those crazy mecha fans were also eagerly waiting for his new news.
Now... he was blessing her wedding.
Wow! Roar! Cry! Shout!
After a few seconds of silence, people erupted in the strongest cheers. They were absolutely sure it was the real person. Perhaps half a month ago, there were many accounts named Traveler. But now, no other mecha dared to use this shining name.
"It's him, it's Traveler..."
"He's giving his blessing, oh my God, is this real..."
"The station said he was missing, how is he now giving his blessing for a wedding, what's going on..."
For Ma Ge and Ah Ying, happiness was frozen at this moment. The onlookers seemed to understand something and began to applaud. The station manager was overjoyed, thinking of his imminent rise. Suddenly, he thought of Ma Ge's attitude and cold sweat drenched his back. With this happening, it seemed he was in big trouble.
In the Magic Network.
Du Nan did not continue to pay attention to the happiness of these small figures. Being on Scrap Star, he couldn't get involved in external affairs much.
A blessing video, a small effort.
Du Nan had met many capable people. When he saw Ma Ge's desperate expression, he decided to choose this person. Someone who had lost everything would cherish everything more. No matter how difficult, the newly rescued person would do his best to meet his requirements.
At this moment.
Du Nan was meeting with the former 'errand boys' of the Eight-legged Pegasus. Hearing Du Nan's request, they all had strange looks on their faces. The leader said, "Sir Traveler, we will certainly fulfill your wishes. However, have you considered how much material this will require? With your reputation, we old ghosts can't estimate how much money we can make."
"Is there a problem?" Du Nan asked.
"No. Originally, such a large amount of material would be impossible to deliver. But with your reputation, it shouldn't be too difficult. The station, merchants, and even the military are now using any means to get the recordings. With their support, we can almost complete this task smoothly." The old warrior explained.
"Alright. If needed, just use me. The materials on Scrap Star must be delivered." The Magic Network wouldn't reveal his identity, and Traveler could be used as he pleased. Du Nan didn't mind being used by the partners, as long as the materials were delivered. Now living on Scrap Star, he understood the need for these things. The city's production was barely enough for self-sufficiency.
Thinking of helping the surrounding areas, it would take months to accumulate.
He had earned money on the Magic Network but couldn't spend it, so this use was just right and not a waste.
"Sir Traveler, may I ask, can you guarantee that all challengers in the Red Steel Zone will lose to you? Even against heroes who have experienced real wars, can you still win? We have no other intentions; your reputation comes from being 'invincible.' If you fail, it could be a significant blow. The merchants need the most eye-catching recordings, do you understand?"
"Sure. In the Cyan Zone Network, no one in the Red Steel Zone can beat me. To be precise, very few can avoid being instantly killed by me." Du Nan answered confidently.
The old warriors were petrified upon hearing this.
Now, as partners, Traveler didn't need to lie; it wouldn't benefit him. This sixteen-year-old child was really this confident and powerful? The Magic Network, except for infinite resurrection, was identical to reality in every way. This meant he could easily kill Red Steel Mecha Masters in reality?
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"Good evening, viewers of Tianyang. This is a special program sponsored exclusively by Steel Dragon Mecha Company: The Invincible Path of Traveler. Many viewers are familiar with Mr. Traveler, so I won't introduce him much. Today, let's delve deeper and uncover the secret of Traveler's invincibility with scientists. Thank you again to Steel Dragon Mecha Company for their strong support. Now, let's watch a new recording." Ma Ge, full of confidence, sat in front of the camera.
Today, his status was completely different.
As the newsman who obtained the exclusive broadcasting rights of Traveler and a Magic Warrior, Ma Ge was now a big shot, and both merchants and the military had to flatter him.
"Mr. Traveler has been silent for the past few days, which many of you might find strange. Today, our station officially explains on behalf of Traveler. We are also fortunate to have Dr. Han Jin to reveal the secret of Traveler's invincibility. This is the reason why Traveler paused his recordings for a few days. Now, let's welcome Dr. Han Jin to explain, everyone, please welcome."
The new recording was a less than half-minute instant kill match. After satisfying the audience, Ma Ge invited a pompous old doctor.
"Thank you, host, and thank you all for watching. Today, I will uncover the secret of Traveler's invincibility." Dr. Han Jin was extremely arrogant, with an air of superiority: "Before that, let's watch a video."
The camera turned.
The image showed two mecha warriors performing in the Magic Network arena.
The two did not use weapons. One of the higher-ranked mecha masters used a technique similar to Du Nan's. It seemed to take about half a minute to charge, then with a wave of his hand, the opposing mecha exploded. The audience gasped in surprise. This technique was similar to Traveler's... had the invincible Traveler's secret really been cracked by scientists?
"Even the power of Magic can be explained by science."
Dr. Han Jin's tone was definitive, with an air of being an expert: "I believe everyone saw the match clearly. This is the result of a three-star hero, General Lin Zhongying, personally experimenting. The same technique and result, although there is a slight difference in time, which we can attribute to General Lin Zhongying's unfamiliarity with this technique."
"Very good, then may I ask, Dr. Han Jin, how is this achieved?" Ma Ge was not at all concerned that his 'brand' was about to be 'smashed.'
Du Nan had already given him infinite confidence.
"Let's connect with General Lin Zhongying, and let him explain personally. I believe everyone will understand more easily." Dr. Han Jin had an air of being a high-level person, not speaking casually.
A few seconds later.
The live recording connected to the Magic Network.
General Lin Zhongying was performing with a low-ranking White Iron mecha master.
Saluting in a formal military manner, General Lin Zhongying was quite arrogant: "Regarding Traveler, I only heard about him a few days ago. After watching his match recordings, I was convinced that he possesses a power similar to mine."
The audience was in an uproar.
Was this guy trying to boost his own reputation?
"But... this power is not invincible. Its principle is very simple. I didn't want to reveal this secret, fearing that too many people would be deceived and deify certain techniques. That's why I'm explaining it today." General Lin Zhongying was also quite pompous, with an air of having caught Traveler's weakness: "This power is actually just a combination of two simple techniques. A two-star vortex core and a three-star reverse flow core. When both special techniques are used simultaneously..."
As he spoke, General Lin Zhongying demonstrated to his opponent.
After about ten seconds.
The lower-ranked White Iron mecha master exploded.
"That's the result." General Lin Zhongying said satisfactorily: "When the vortex and reverse flow are used together, a strong repulsive effect is generated. The Magic power becomes chaotic, causing this self-destruct phenomenon. Due to my long-term combat experience, I haven't done many experiments, so my technique is not very proficient. This is not achieved by suppressing a one-star with a three-star. I believe Traveler, who rarely trains in real combat but often practices this technique, can use it quickly against the same rank."
Hearing this, the audience was not very convinced.
A three-star against a one-star, regardless of the effect, being able to 'completely destroy' was not surprising.
But Traveler was an instant kill!
How could this compare?
"Today, to prove Dr. Han Jin's theory and to verify my combat ability, I will personally challenge Traveler. I believe the next match will end this invincible theory. No matter what technique Traveler uses, vortex or reverse flow, I have a way to counter it." As General Lin Zhongying spoke, he had already moved to another match, which was being broadcast live.
He did not choose any weapons, with an air of confidence.
Facing the audience, he gathered his Magic power: "Whether it's a vortex impact or a reverse flow impact, I can adapt freely. Next, no matter what technique Traveler uses to attack, I can guide the flow and ensure my safety. Now, let's witness this moment of truth. I am ready, let's start, Mr. Traveler, no matter what you have..."
"Too talkative." Du Nan waved his hand, and General Lin Zhongying exploded instantly, leaving only a ball of sparks.