Mechanic Alliance

The **Mechanic Alliance** (制器师同盟) or Mechanics Association (制器师会) was a well-known organization that had been recognized by the three empires. Together with the Potioneer Alliance, it was collectively called the Alchemist Association. It didn't belong directly to any country. Only the capital of the three empires had a corresponding organization responsible for various affairs, especially the certification of potioneer or mechanics and masters.

## Locations

### Shadow empire

The Mechanics Association of the Dark Shadow Empire was located in the northern part of the outer city. It was a large building occupying a large area. The Mechanics Association was affected by the royal wars. After Catherine the Great succeeded the throne, she deliberately renovated and rebuilt it, so it was a scene of prosperity now.

### Bloody empire

Main article: Bloody Empire Mechanic Association
## Story

### Joining Association

Chen Rui bowed to Catherine, "Your Highness, I would like to know if you have requiem fruit and flower of mist?"

Katherine thought for a moment and replied, "I don't have requiem fruit, but I can announce a commission for that nationwide. I do have a flower of mist, but it has withered. I only have three seeds left. I wonder if it's good enough for master?"

"One seed is enough." Chen Rui hesitated for a moment, clenched his teeth secretly and finally made up his mind to say, "I am entrusted to give something to the noblewoman, Christina, in person. This can be regarded as my third request as a reward. I hope Your Highness will allow."

The eyes behind Catherine's veil flickered and the surrounding atmosphere suddenly changed. Chen Rui felt that two cold, electrical eyes were staring at him and a faint pressure covered his entire body. Even with his current strength at Megrez state, he had a trembling feeling, and that was merely a glance at a long distance.

Chen Rui had a feeling that Catherine's strength was far better than Earth Elemental King, which was also a Demon Overlord and even better than Glorfin Beelzebub!

After the cold electricity circled around him, it flew back and the pressure gradually dissipated. A pale yellow light flew over and floated in front of Chen Rui. The ethereal and strange voice of Catherine continued to sound, "As she made a mistake, Christina is thinking behind closed doors in the forbidden palace. She can't meet anyone. However, since it's a master's request, I'll make an exception for her to see master. Three days later, master can take this pass to the palace and someone will bring you to meet her naturally."

"Then, I'll sincerely invite master to join the **Mechanic Alliance** of this empire now. Are you willing to accept this kindness?"

Chen agreed.

When the audience at the scene saw that the trio-specialized master agreed to join the empire's Mechanic Alliance, all of them responded with a warm applause.

The mechanic contest's finals came to an end perfectly under a lot of attention. The incident of the first trio-specialized master in the past 10,000 years and the legendary grade equipment, "Momentary Glory" would quickly spread throughout the Demon Realm from the Dark Shadow Empire. That might be the beginning of a new generation of legends.

Chen Rui finally acquired Thunder Dragon Crystal and Star Frost, that he wanted the most. The materials for "Thunderous Sound" had finally been completed except auras. Out of the preferential treatment for the new trio-specialized master who joined the alliance, Chen Rui also received outstanding treatments like materials and black crystal coins as "benefits" every year, the right to purchase internal materials, discounts, and also access to the ancient magic tower to study.

What he had to do was to provide three pieces of quasi-legendary grade equipment or one piece of legendary grade equipment to the association for sales each year. 30% of the sales income would go to the association while the mechanic would take 70%.

This system of selling mechanic's works was also the reason why the Mechanic Alliance had endured for decades. Despite the high price, the historical reputation and integrity of "everything made by the alliance must be excellent" had made the supply of masters' works in short supply.

With the resources and services of the Mechanic Alliance, along with the status and treatment Chen Rui received, as long as he had enough aura, he could continue to gather materials to make "Thunderous Sound" or more equipment in the future. That was also one of the main reasons he considered joining the alliance back then.

### Black Star

After Chen Rui reached the black star contribution level, he wasn't in a hurry to exchange for materials. Currently, the materials for "Thunderous Sound" had already been collected, but his aura was still a distance from the exorbitant priced blueprint. The Mechanic Alliance was rich in resources, which was equivalent to a storage of various materials. Besides, the mysteries in the ancient magic tower hadn't yet been revealed. Moreover, there were still a large number of books and notes which were very important for Chen Rui to improve.

Certainly, being a mechanic master was an identity derived for a certain purpose, and it could be used as a way to hide or survive. However, Chen Rui's greatest pursuit wasn't only to be an alchemist or even a grandmaster. However, there would definitely be more artifacts in the exchange center in the future. At that time, the materials would be the biggest problem and joining the core of the Mechanic Alliance could solve that problem well.

In reality, the two magic circles that Chen Rui handed over this time were only a small part. According to the deduction of Deep Analysis, there were absolutely more than that, but he didn't want to reveal too much. It was good enough to reach black star in his contribution. The only regret was that he still couldn't go up to the fifth floor.

In spite of that, Chen Rui had become a precious treasure in the eyes of the masters at the Mechanic Alliance. *He is definitely worthy of being a rare genius. Not only is he proficient in three specializations, but he also has such a talent in magic circles!*

Chen Rui didn't exchange for any materials. He just used his black star's privilege to borrow some of the notes left by the previous top masters. Then, he showed a tired look, saying that he was exhausted and wanted to return to the Custer Family to rest for a while. His preparation was considered done, and now it should be the time to start the plan.

All the masters had studied magic circles and they knew it required a lot of mental effort, so they didn't suspect and even told Chen Rui to rest well. When he regains his energy, he must come to the alliance again.

However, the masters at the Mechanic Alliance couldn't wait for that day as an event that shocked the entire Shadow Empire and even the entire Demon Realm occurred. When Master "Arthur" was out, he was attacked by strangers and his whereabouts was still unknown.

## References

1. ↑ Chapter 250 (Steambun)
2. ↑ Chapter 260 (Steambun)
3. ↑ Chapter 267 (Steambun)