Chapter 176 Hannah and the Scheme

"Excuse me, sir, is there anything I can do for you?"

As soon as Chen Qing disembarked and stood by the roadside at the dock, an old-fashioned mechanical object immediately came to greet him.

This mechanical creation was not humanoid, but rather a metal octopus floating in mid-air, with a fierce expression and voice.

Judging from its appearance and the raw materials it is made of, this mechanical creation was originally intended for combat.

However, its eighteen tentacles, which were its core fighting force, were damaged, and the material used to repair them was ordinary gray stone ore.

Greystone is a very common metallic mineral in this world. It is produced in large quantities, is inexpensive, and is often found on desert islands.

"I want to purchase core factory equipment, production line equipment, machinery for planting and breeding, and combat machinery."

"Okay, we are recommending suitable purchasing channels for you."

"We now recommend Hannah's Secondhand Shop, Old Yonier's Recycling Center, and Kind Factory."

"If you are satisfied with my recommendation, you can give me a small tip when you leave Rust Island."

A virtual image, a map of Rust Island, is projected above the tin octopus.

"If you need to rent a vehicle, go straight down this road and you'll see Hexagonal Car Rental."

The tin octopus's voice sounded fierce and gruff, but it was very responsible.

Chen Qing learned a lot about Rust Island from the tin octopus, and even received a small device containing a virtual map of Rust Island from it.

Rust Island has a very large area, but there are not many buildings in different areas of the island.

This is a place for recycling machinery, and many of the machines are quite large.

A single machinery recycling plant can occupy thousands or even tens of thousands of acres.

In terms of liveliness and prosperity, Rust Island is definitely no match for Sapphire Island.

Following the directions given by the tin octopus, Chen Qing found the Hexagonal Auto Shop. The shop looked deserted, with only a few scattered people choosing vehicles inside.

Most of the vehicles in the Hexagonal Vehicle Company were modified from combat machinery, and they were basically shaped like sea fish or birds and beasts.

It must be said that Rust Island truly lives up to its name.

Along the way, Chen Qing didn't see a single new machine; they were all recycled and modified.

The staff at the hexagonal car dealership were also machines; the only human employee was engrossed in repairing the machinery and didn't even glance at the customers who came in.

Very aloof.

Chen Qing found a suitable car for her size among the old vehicles, paid the deposit and rental fee, and hopped in to head towards her first stop, Hannah's Secondhand Store.

Along the way from the docks to Hannah's shop, Chen Qing saw all sorts of machines in this world—clumsy ones, miniature ones, flying ones, running ones…

The machinery in the Treasure Sea is indeed very prosperous and developing very rapidly.

There is virtually no human presence on this island; everything has been replaced by machinery.

However, the island's overall atmosphere exudes an old-fashioned feel, enveloped in black, gray, and brown hues.

Large machines passing by always make clanging noises, and some even spew out black smoke.

Some machines will eventually stop on the road because they have reached the end of their service life.

These tasks are also handled by machines, which are newer than those that have reached the end of their lifespan.

It's just a little bit.

The island has an overall lifeless feel, devoid of any vitality.

The only source of life on the island is the constant flow of buyers.

However, the number of passersby was very small compared to the size of the island.

Moreover, their strength is very poor, not even comparable to the islands Chen Qing had visited before.

Overall, living on this island means you can see the future laid out before you.

Whether pirates or civilians, these customers who frequented Rusty Island always had a secret sense of superiority over the island's inhabitants.

This may be one of the reasons why these people like to come to Rust Island.

Following the map, Chen Qing found Hannah's secondhand shop. It was more like a huge shopping mall, with all sorts of machinery parked in the warehouse plaza behind it.

Inside this secondhand shop, Chen Qing met the first human staff member she had encountered since arriving on the island.

Luo Hui Hannah.

A middle-aged woman who looked very shrewd and mean, with a pale face and prominent cheekbones.

His narrow eyes were always squinting, and the fierceness between his brows could never be concealed, yet he liked to put on a kind appearance.

The moment Chen Qing appeared at the store entrance, Luo Hui Hannah immediately came to greet him.

She knew Chen Qing, a very talented mechanic.

Everyone in the Treasure Sea should know Chen Qing.

The newcomer who was personally acknowledged by Xia Li and Barbara and other mechanics of various schools, and who took the lead in the defensive fortifications of Sapphire Island and Emerald Island.

Hannah was surprised to see Chen Qing in such a place, and her expression became somewhat subtle, with a hint of scrutiny in her eyes.

Is there anything I can do to help you?

Hannah smiled, a smile as cunning and ruthless as a fox.

"Machinery for breeding and planting."

Chen Qing said coldly, his gaze falling on the machinery behind Hannah.

The three locations recommended by the tin octopus correspond to the three types of machinery that Chen Qing needs.

Hannah's personality is just like her appearance; she's a very ruthless businesswoman.

To be precise, she was a ruthless capitalist who was very good at exploiting people, but she always touted herself as a kind-hearted philanthropist.

The machinery sold from Hannah's Secondhand Shop is often a mix of good and bad.

She likes to tailor her approach to different people.

Hannah also silently began to judge Chen Qing in her heart.

Hannah was always jealous of these talented newcomers.

Therefore, she likes to set traps for these newcomers.

"What a coincidence! We just retrieved a batch of machines from Steam Island!"

"These machines are absolutely top-notch!"

"Rest assured, all machines sold from our store come with a three-month free replacement and repair period."

Hannah was taking advantage of Chen Qing's lack of knowledge and experience regarding the Treasure Sea.

Steam Island is one of the few large food-producing islands in Treasure Sea, and the machinery they use is the latest and best.

In order to maximize profits, the Steam Island utilizes machinery to the point of being willing to chew up even the smallest bits of bone.

The machinery that comes off these islands is basically unwanted.

If we were to describe the machinery recovered from the steam island using an idiom, it would be: all show and no substance.

It's all about appearances.

A cunning old fox like Hannah can embellish them so well that it's almost impossible to tell the difference.

However, once you leave the store, all those machines will be broken down in less than 12 hours.

It's completely pulverized and there's no way to reuse it.

It's not even possible to disassemble the parts.

Buying it is like throwing money down the drain.

The tin octopus at the dock recommended this place to Chen Qing; his intentions are despicable.

Oh no, machines don't have hearts. It should be Hannah who tampered with the tin octopus's data instructions who deserves to die.

The customers who buy things on Rusty Island have no background or power, so even if they are ripped off by her, they have no recourse.

We can't win a fight against them.

Hannah is a local bigwig on Rust Island, and the combat machines she controls can hold their own against the Renault family.

What's more, it's a group of people who have almost no future.

"have a look."

"This way, please."

Upon hearing Chen Qing's answer, Hannah couldn't help but narrow her eyes again, and her smile widened even further.

Following Hannah to the warehouse in the plaza behind, Chen Qing saw the superb machinery that Hannah had described for the first time, and without any hesitation, she turned and left.

"Why!"

Hannah was taken aback by Chen Qing's actions. Why was he leaving like this? She immediately stood in front of Chen Qing.

Just kidding, who will sell all these things after she leaves?

Having finally found a sucker, how could Hannah possibly let Chen Qing go?

"Lord Chen Qing, it's not appropriate for you to leave like this."

Hannah stared at Chen Qing with a forced smile, showing no intention of backing down.

She knew Chen Qing was talented and capable, but talent also needs opportunities to grow.

Chen Qing's strength mainly comes from her mechanical creations.

Whether it was the Dahlia incident or the subsequent defeat of the Ten-Colored Reno Oni Moon pirate crew.

Hannah was quite clear about Chen Qing's movements and the events he had experienced. In terms of personal strength, Chen Qing was lacking.

A mechanic who has lost his mechanical creations is like a machine without a core; he is nothing to fear.

A fallen genius cannot be called a genius at all.

Hannah has been running a shady business for so many years, and she has killed at least eight hundred, if not a thousand, people.

She's a so-called genius, and she's killed quite a few, but that's all there is to it.

"What's wrong with it?"

Chen Qing lowered his eyes and looked at Hannah coldly.

Although Chen Qing did nothing, her attitude deeply offended Luo Hui Hannah.

Hannah's face suddenly darkened, and a metal dome suddenly rose up, sealing the entire store off.

The surrounding environment suddenly turned pitch black, and Hannah's expression twisted as she glared at Chen Qing with hatred.

What she hates most is the way these self-proclaimed geniuses act!

It was as if she didn't deserve to be even noticed by them!

"What's wrong with it?"

"Of course, nowhere is suitable."

"I went through a lot of trouble to bring you to the warehouse and then went through a lot of trouble to bring these machines over."

"When recycling these machines, we racked our brains and defeated countless competitors."

"It's not appropriate for you to just leave without even looking around."

In the darkness, Hannah's smile was sinister as she approached Chen Qing step by step, a truly terrifying sight.

"So all you want is for me to take a look at those machines."

Chen Qing did not move, and suddenly a large number of mechanical creations appeared around her. Without exception, they were all brand-new combat-type mechanical creations.

They followed Hannah's movements and surrounded Chen Qing.

"certainly……"

No!

Hannah gave a sinister smile, a chilling smile, and suddenly launched an attack on Chen Qing!

"Your life is over; you'll live here today!!"

In the blink of an eye, Hannah was already in front of Chen Qing, and she plunged the poisoned dagger into Chen Qing's heart.

The black blade blocked her attack, while the dagger's edge pierced the blade.

The next second, Hannah's figure flew out of Chen Qing's sight like a kite with a broken string, and slammed viciously into the wall!

Chen Qing withdrew his leg, and a huge footprint was clearly visible on Hannah's chest.

Hannah, who had been kicked away by Chen Qing, lay motionless on the ground as if she were dead.

"So weak."

Chen Qing stared at the back of Hannah's head for a long time before finally uttering two words.

When Hannah heard these two words, she suddenly felt a surge of strength and struggled to get up from the ground. She was almost unconscious.

"Crack—"

With a crisp sound of bones breaking, Chen Qing stepped on Hannah's spine, looking down at her indifferently.

"Who ordered you to do this?"

How could Luo Hui Hannah, a low-level recycler from Rusty Island, possibly possess so many of the latest combat-type mechanical artifacts from Treasure Sea?

If she had that ability, she wouldn't need to stay in this remote, Rusty Island.

Those mechanical creations are quite expensive; they're not ordinary factory goods.

Moreover, given Hannah's strength, would she dare to provoke and hunt her down if she didn't have some confidence?

There must be someone behind Hannah.

This person must have started planning all of this the moment she arrived on Fengya Island.

Fengya Island, a village on the sea, is the deserted island where Mingrang lives, and the Ghost Moon Pirates.

It seems someone has been watching her all along.

They just didn't expect that she had obtained the Mechanical Core Intrusion skill from Lei Guang. While Hannah was talking nonsense, Chen Qing had already taken control of these mechanical creations.

They've essentially given these mechanical creations to the enemy.

Chen Qing's expression was indifferent, and he increased the pressure on his feet.

"..."

Hannah, awakened by excruciating pain, was immediately confronted with this terrible situation as soon as she regained some of her senses.

She was extremely panicked.

The fear of death was like a knife hanging over her head, ready to fall at any moment.

Reveal the mastermind, and you'll die.

If you don't speak, you'll still die.

No matter what Hannah chooses, she will ultimately not escape death.

"This, this is Rust Island."

“I am from Rust Island, you, you, you can’t kill me.”

Hannah coughed up a lot of blood as soon as she opened her mouth, and the taste of rust filled her mouth.

She forced herself to remain calm, attempting to use Rust Island to pressure Chen Qing.

Unfortunately, this was completely useless.

Regardless of whether Chen Qing is afraid of Rust Island, the fact that he committed murder is not a big deal on Rust Island.

Hannah herself killed so many people.

Rust Island is only relatively safe compared to other islands in Treasure Sea; it is not truly safe.

"So, it was Rust Island that instructed you?"

The sharp blade was placed across Hannah's neck, immediately drawing a deep wound.

"..."

A figure flashed through Hannah's mind, and threatening words echoed clearly in her ears.

No, you absolutely can't tell!

She steeled herself and closed her eyes.

"That's right, it's Rust Island."

"Bang--!!"

The door to Hannah's Recycling Shop was kicked open with a loud bang.

Along with the sound of the door being broken down came a furious female voice.

"You're your dad's big-headed devil!!!"