"Not belonging to this era?"
Ames tilted her head, her expression strange. "How did you know?"
Han Xiao paused, not answering the question, but changing the subject and saying in a low voice:
"This is a secret organization specializing in the research and development of supernatural technologies, and also a mysterious arms dealer. Their products occasionally appear on the black market, and now they've set their sights on Chaos Mysterious Energy..."
There was a lot of information that Han Xiao couldn't reveal to Ames, so he didn't tell her too much, only secretly marveling at it.
This organization first made its public appearance during the World Tree War. As members of Explored Universe, they participated in the war to resist the invasion of the World Tree Civilization, and used these supernatural technologies in the war.
This is only the 4.0 Shattered World, several versions removed from the World Tree War in the later stages of his previous life. In Han Xiao's memory, these people shouldn't be in this era, which is why he was so surprised.
The organization's name is "The Sanctum," and even in the later versions of the previous life, it remained incredibly mysterious. All that was known was that most of its members were descendants of various Beyond Grade A clans.
Besides these supernatural technologies, the Sanctum Organization also participated in the World Tree War with a large number of historical Beyond Grade A and the Book of Books, all of whom were famous and powerful figures who had been confirmed dead. They seemed to have been resurrected and returned to this universe, and a considerable number of them were the renowned the First Ones.
This powerful reinforcement, combining cutting-edge technology and advanced combat capabilities, injected vitality into the then-dead war situation and inflicted significant damage on the World Tree's advanced combat forces.
The resurgence of these historical Beyond Grade A is exciting, but the reason for their resurgence remains a mystery to players. The advanced civilization has blocked the news, and players have no way of knowing the inside story. Naturally, Han Xiao from his previous life also had no way of knowing the truth.
However, while the Sanctum Organization first appeared in the World Tree War, the First Ones did not. As early as the Super Calamity version, another group of the First Ones awakened, becoming one of the triggers for the Super Calamity.
At the time, the explanation given to the outside world by this group of the First Ones was that they pretended to die in battle during the exploration era, entered specially made advanced life support pods to hibernate, and tried to avoid the brutal Exploration Era War. They did not want to die in vain and hoped to awaken in the future, using their great power to dominate the universe in the new era.
But something seems to have gone wrong. The place where they slept was engulfed in war, and their life support pods drifted in space, landing on a desolate planet. At the same time, the life support pods malfunctioned and could not wake up at the set time. They could only eke out a living in a deep sleep for countless years. Although the specially made life support pods could slow down the decay of their bodies and souls, they still gradually headed towards oblivion.
Coincidentally, just as they were on the verge of death, a scientific expedition team dug them out and reactivated their life support capsule, which roused them from their slumber. It took them a long time to recover to their full strength.
At the time, all the outside world knew was that the First Ones had indeed recovered. Although there were loopholes in this claim, such as how Beyond Grade A survivor could be confined by a small life support pod, the truth could not be verified, so the Volkswagen could only believe it and consider it to be the truth.
In summary, in the previous version, the First Ones group appeared twice: once during the Super Calamity and once during the World Tree War, and the two groups were different.
The First Ones group that appeared in the Super Calamity version seemed to be separate from the Sanctum Organization. But whether they were truly unrelated was unknown to players from the previous life, so Han Xiao was also unclear about the connection between the two.
If there is a connection, then the First Ones who awakened from the Super Calamity probably lied; they may not have returned through life support pods.
"The Sanctum Organization..."
Han Xiao pondered silently, trying to guess the other party's intentions.
This organization already exists, and they've always kept to themselves, yet they suddenly attacked him. This means that Chaos Mysterious Energy extremely important to the Sanctum Organization, even to the point of offending a powerful figure standing at the pinnacle of the universe... Given the Sanctum Organization's track record, could they be planning to develop some shady new technology based on Chaos Mysterious Energy?
The Sanctum Organization in his previous life must have carried out similar actions... Han Xiao's eyes flashed.
Based on this reasoning, the Sanctum Organization in its previous life might have secretly collaborated with the Sorokin. They might have divided up other Primordial Esper Ability Entity in exchange for resources from the Sorokin, thereby obtaining Chaos Mysterious Energy, and then splitting its own power in half, giving Sorokin half.
In that case, some of the extremely high-risk superpowers in the later stages of the Sorokin might have been provided by the Sanctum Organization...
He wouldn't have cared if he hadn't known, but now that Han Xiao discovered the Sanctum Organization already existed in this era, he couldn't help but develop a strong interest.
"The Sanctum Organization shot and ran, thinking they wouldn't be exposed, but little did they know I already knew their origins."
Han Xiao raised an eyebrow, his mood brightening once again.
Compared to this monumental discovery, suffering a minor loss at their hands is nothing.
At this moment, Ames asked curiously, "Your empire's Clottey was swept away by the spatial turbulence, will she be alright?"
"Don't worry, he's just lost. With his abilities and the Universal Treasure he possesses, he'll be free in no time."
Han Xiao wasn't worried about the Dark Emperor at all. No matter where he fell, Clottey was the more dangerous apex predator in that Secondary Dimension world.
However, the spatial turbulence was untraceable, so he couldn't retrieve Clottey. The Sanctum Organization fleet used Dimensional Banishment Projectile to send themselves into the spatial turbulence, also to prevent being pursued.
Because the virtual intrusion was interrupted by the Memory Formatting Virus, Han Xiao didn't leave any latent data on the other party's spaceship. It was like poking in unsuspectingly only to find a needle hidden inside, getting a severe prick. Next time, if he's prepared, he can deliberately wear a thick layer of data shield as a buffer and remove the virus before it spreads back, making such traps much less effective against him.
At this moment, Han Xiao looked at the containment device for the Chaos Mysterious Energy and found that it was extremely agitated, frantically Charge against the inner wall of the container and screaming incessantly.
"Ouch! It hurts so much!"
Seeing this, Han Xiao couldn't help but silently mourn.
In its previous life, its body was torn apart. It thought that this time it had dealt with the Sorokin and that the Chaos Mysterious Energy would not repeat the same mistake. Unexpectedly, its penis was still taken away. It was destined to suffer this calamity.
Moreover, the treatment might be even worse. In the previous life, the Otherworldly Sorokin at least used its abilities and didn't abuse it. But the Sanctum Organization will definitely conduct research, which means that the Chaos Mysterious Energy will experience various forms of "torture" from that part of the body...
Han Xiao felt even more sympathy and asked:
"So, how were you feeling just now? Were you unable to control your body?"
"That's right. They somehow stimulated my core, causing me to lose control of my body, and then pulled me over with an irresistible force field."
Han Xiao's eyes darted around, "Then can you still sense the location of that part of the body?"
"I can..." Chaos Mysterious Energy hadn't finished speaking when suddenly, as if stimulated, his entire body abruptly contracted, and he exclaimed in horror, "Ah! My senses are blocked!"
Han Xiao raised an eyebrow, but was not surprised.
They are experts in studying Primordial Esper Ability Entity; they wouldn't leave such obvious clues for others to track down.
However, doesn't this mean that this part of the body containing the Chaos Mysterious Energy has been cut off, rendering it completely meaningless and leaving only the phantom pain?
"Hahahaha--" Holy Light Particle laughed so hard he rolled on the floor, "Karma's finally coming to you!"
The Chaos Mysterious Energy, like a newly neutered cat, rummaged through its empty, broken parts, filled with grief and rage. "Black Star! Black Star! You have to help me get my body back!"
Han Xiao's lips twitched.
It feels like I stole Evans's spotlight...
But I don't want to participate in the chicken battle!
Just then, a notification popped up on the panel as usual.
[You have triggered the quest [Chaos Mysterious Energy's Request for Help]!]
[Mission Brief: A mysterious organization has stolen a portion of the core energy of Chaos Mysterious Energy from you, and Chaos Mysterious Energy wants you to help it reclaim it.]
[Mission Requirement: Reclaim the missing core energy portion of the Chaos Mysterious Energy]
[Rewards: 150e EXP, Random Reward x1, Chaos Mysterious Energy Affinity +60, Holy Light Particle Affinity +1, Specialization - [Primordial Esper Ability Entity Affinity]]
[[Primordial Esper Ability Entity Affinity]: Primordial Esper Ability Entity are more likely to accept you]
[Note: This task may have unknown consequences; please choose carefully.]
"As expected, there's a mission..." Han Xiao glanced at it and started to plan.
The reward for this mission was rather ordinary, so he didn't take it too seriously. However, dealing with the Sanctum Organization seemed like an opportunity to complete the [Primordial Esper Ability Collector] mission.
If he were to rely on luck to find unclaimed Primal Esper Ability, it would take him a long time to gather four slots. But now that he's encountered the Sanctum Organization, which specializes in researching superpower technology, they must have a lot of them in stock. If he can snatch them, this milestone mission can be easily completed.
Han Xiao made up his mind and gave his reply:
"Alright, I agree, but they're elusive and won't be easy to find."
"As long as you're willing to help me, that's fine." Chaos Mysterious Energy was overjoyed.
Black Star wasn't its host; it only used it as a tool. It had no right to ask for help. Even without a body part, it could still function. That's why it was genuinely afraid Han Xiao wouldn't agree.
Han Xiao comforted it for a few moments, then took out a spare carrier for the Mysterious Energy Envoy and stuffed the Chaos Mysterious Energy back in, not giving it time to recover from its psychological trauma, and continued to exploit it, making it work.
At this moment, Ames looked at the raging spatial turbulence around her and frowned, saying, "The spatial turbulence released by that group has caused serious damage to the Land of Dead Silence. If we don't do anything about it, this Secondary Dimension might perish before Hila comes again."
Upon hearing this, Han Xiao also glanced around. The already dilapidated spatial walls of the Land of Dead Silence were now showing more and more small gaps, as if they had been eaten away by insects.
This dimension is related to Hila, and the two couldn't just abandon it. Han Xiao had no choice but to summon a large amount of spatial devices to manage the environment.
The thickness of the spatial wall depends on the core source energy of the Secondary Dimension. Only when the source energy is sufficient can the spatial wall repair itself and the dimensional area continuously expand. At this time, Han Xiao can only try his best to guide the spatial turbulence released by the Dimensional Banishment Projectile out of the Land of Dead Silence and reduce pollution.
This was a difficult task. The two stayed in the Land of Dead Silence for quite some time before they managed to expel the spatial turbulence within the dimension.
Just then, the two sensed something and discovered that the temperature of the resurrection coins they were wearing suddenly surged.
At the same time, a golden-orange Glory suddenly appeared on a shattered black floating island in the distance.
Han Xiao immediately turned his head to look, and was slightly taken aback.
A golden-orange phantom emerged from the black desert, appearing like a spirit. This phantom was actually a humanoid female creature with a gentle and beautiful appearance, dressed in gorgeous clothes. She looked extremely young, but her eyes were deep and weathered, exuding a kind and gentle grandmotherly aura as she silently gazed at the two.
Upon seeing this, the two were slightly startled.
When they first arrived, they had explored the entire Secondary Dimension and had not sensed anything. But now, a strange phantom appeared out of nowhere, something unknown, and it seemed to have bypassed their senses.
Han Xiao was still on high alert after the Sanctum Organization's attack and secretly prepared for battle.
Just then, the resurrection coins on the two people began to float. The illusory figure pointed at the two resurrection coins and released a mental wave:
"Can you tell me what your relationship is with the person who made these two coins?"
Amidst the spatial turbulence, the Sanctum Organization fleet, with its shields activated, was bobbing up and down.
Inside the command center, Luo held up the containment device, observing the fragments of Chaos Mysterious Energy he had seized. He was not satisfied and sighed.
"Sigh, Black Star's regenerative abilities are too strong. The products the organization provided us have limited effect on him. Time is limited, so we can only obtain a small portion of the Chaos Mysterious Energy."
"Be content. At least we met the minimum requirements, replenished the synthesis materials, and can hand it in. If we had been a little greedy and hadn't escaped decisively, our spaceship might have been controlled by the recovered Black Star invasion," Fei whispered.
Although the operation achieved its minimum objective, the two were well aware of the dangers involved and remained extremely wary of Han Xiao, having almost suffered total annihilation.
"This sneak attack was successful, but it also put him on guard. If we meet again next time, we won't be able to achieve the same results as today. Moreover, he will probably report the technology we possess to the Empire, which will bring some risks to the organization," Luo said worriedly.
Fei, on the other hand, was more optimistic. "Fortunately, the mission is already complete. Even if Black Star is on guard, it doesn't matter. Anyway, we won't have to deal with him again, and there won't be a next time."
"That's true."
After exchanging a few words, Luo put away the containment device, then suddenly remembered something and said:
"By the way, I remember the data on Chaos Mysterious Energy shows that it and Holy Light Particle are mortal enemies, with their energies clashing. Perhaps we can use this characteristic to develop a specialized sensing and detection device to find Holy Light Particle."
Upon hearing this, Fei expressed her agreement:
"Yes, you're right. Holy Light Particle have been missing for many years, and we don't know where they're hiding. There's been no clue. They're also an important synthetic material, so the organization should take your suggestion seriously and make Holy Light Particle their next target."