Acai's Sky

Chapter 1076: Treasures of the Star Ruins: Records of the Jade Tripod Relics (25)

Branch 3: Xingcha Ancient Road: Recasting the Ladder to Heaven

The glow of the Jade Tripod relic gradually faded, the foundation of the Stardust Vein was laid, and the resentment of the Silent Star Tomb was also quelled.

When the huge ship "Firefly" was undergoing final maintenance and replenishment in the airspace outside the Stardust Ancient Station, an unexpected discovery, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, stirred up new ripples.

"Miss! Look at this abnormal energy reading!"

Tong Shishan's clear and excited voice rang out on the bridge.

She was operating several newly launched deep space probes used to map safe routes around Xingyi.

On the holographic star map, in an edge area marked as "Abandoned Star Grave", an extremely weak yet incredibly stable energy signal source is flickering tenaciously like a firefly in the dark night.

"The signal characteristics... unnatural, non-biological... ancient, stable, highly ordered... spatial coordinate fluctuations?"

Data streams poured down Tong Jiaqi's cold, alloyed face like a waterfall. She quickly mobilized her computing power for an in-depth analysis. "Database comparison... 89.7% match... consistent with the core characteristics of the ancient 'Star Raft Teleportation Array'! Location: Abandoned Star Tomb, codenamed 'Broken Spine Corridor'."

"Star chariot teleportation array?!"

Ah Cai approached upon hearing the sound, a flicker of surprise in her eyes. The Star Raft was a divine tool used by ancient cultivators to traverse the starry sea. Its accompanying teleportation array could even span unimaginably vast distances, making it a truly strategic facility. If it could truly be repaired...

"Yes, Miss!" Tong Shishan excitedly zoomed in on the detection image. "Although it's severely damaged and buried beneath the stellar debris, the core 'space anchoring crystal' seems to still be functioning faintly! If it can be repaired, it may unlock a shortcut to an unknown and rich star region or a key strategic node!"

In the picture, deep in the "Broken Spine Corridor" composed of huge, broken starship keels and twisted metal, one can vaguely see a half-broken bronze base covered with dust and etched with complex and mysterious runes.

In the center of the base, a prismatic crystal the size of a human head, covered in cracks but still emitting faint starlight inside, was stubbornly emitting spatial fluctuations.

"Triggering the side quest: [Ancient Road Reborn: Starry Ladder]"

"Mission Objective: Repair the core node of the Ancient Star Raft Teleportation Array (single mission)"

Mission Area: Abandoned Star Grave, 'Broken Spine Corridor' Star Remains Belt

"Mission Tips: The teleportation array is severely damaged and complex, requiring repair with top-grade materials (some of which can be obtained from previous missions). The core 'Space Anchoring Crystal' is unstable, requiring 'Star Chart Alignment' and 'Space Turbulence Suppression' during repair. The power of 'Guarding the Netherworld' is crucial. Risk: High! May trigger the ancient array's defense mechanism or trigger a space storm."

Mission Rewards: Unlock a stable interstellar express route (permanent); 'Space Beacon' (capable of ultra-long-distance team teleportation)

The system prompt sounded in Acai's mind, carrying the heaviness of both opportunities and risks.

"Ancient teleportation array..."

Ah Cai's eyes swept across the stubborn signal point on the holographic star map, and then looked at his companions busy in the bridge.

Xuantian, the Mysterious Spirit Turtle, hovered before the observation window, its star map on its shell slowly rotating, as if sensing the spatial fluctuations. Glutinous Rice Dumpling, the Tomb Guardian, crouched in the corner, its soul fire burning calmly, as if unfazed by the words "suppressing spatial turbulence."

There was a gleam of technological enthusiasm in the eyes of sisters Tong Jiaqi and Tong Shishan. Restoring this ancient creation was an irresistible challenge for them.

"If this formation can be repaired, it will be of great significance to the Chinese Spark." Xuantian's steady voice sounded, with a hint of certainty after deduction. "However, the ancient road has collapsed, and the ladder to heaven is difficult to repair. The road to repair is thorny and dense, so we must be extremely cautious."

"What are thorns afraid of? Wherever there's treasure, there's my gold ingot!" The lucky golden rat had somehow scurried onto the control console, drooling at the image of the starlight crystal. "That sparkling stone, it's obvious it's a treasure!"

"Tsk, I just thought it was shiny. That's a space anchoring crystal! If we break it, we're all done for!" The Golden Raccoon knocked on Jin Yuanbao's head with its little claws.

"Repairing the ancient teleportation array? Interesting! Shishan, what kind of materials do you need? I might have them in my 'mining mule' inventory!" Tong Shishan couldn't wait to start planning.

"The opportunity is right in front of us, how can we miss it?"

A flicker of determination flashed in Ah Cai's eyes. "This formation must be repaired! Jiaqi and Shishan, immediately develop a detailed repair plan and list the required materials! Xuantian, deduce the possible spatial risks and calibration plans that may arise during the repair process! Rong Mama and Gu Mama, select a team of secret guards skilled in engineering and defense to accompany us! Nuomi Tuanzi, prepare to deal with spatial turbulence! Huangjin Raccoon and Jin Yuanbao will be responsible for the identification and transportation of materials! Feiyue, Fantian, and Tuantuan will stay on the star ship to prevent any accidents!"

"Yes, sir!" Everyone responded in unison, each doing their job and taking action quickly.