Chapter 688 Mechanical Ball

Bai Yezhan's heartbeat accelerated involuntarily, and an indescribable emotion surged in his chest, which was both expectation and faint uneasiness. He knew very well that such a vision was beyond the reach of natural forces, and there must be unknown secrets behind it.

"Attention everyone!" Bai Ye's voice was low and powerful, penetrating the silence of the night and echoing in the ears of the soldiers. They quickly gathered, and their eyes flashed with the same determination and curiosity as Bai Ye. However, the light was too far away, and even their strongest legs could not reach it in a short time.

"Prepare the vehicle, we must get there as soon as possible." Bai Ye gave the order, and his tone was unquestionable. The soldiers acted quickly, and a huge jeep that could almost swallow all the light around was dragged out from the hiding place. Its tires were several times higher than those of ordinary vehicles, as if it was born to conquer this desolate land.

As the roar of the engine sounded, the jeep was like an awakened beast, slowly driving towards the unknown. Inside the car, Bai Ye sat in the co-pilot seat, looking through the front windshield, staring closely at the horizon ahead that was briefly illuminated by the light and then quickly fell into darkness. The soldiers were scattered in various parts of the car, everyone was silent, but the air was filled with an indescribable tension and expectation.

Above the night sky, the aurora began to dance wantonly, they seemed to be the most gorgeous dancers of nature, weaving a series of bizarre paintings in the darkness. However, this beautiful scenery seemed particularly strange at this time, and each flash of light seemed to be some kind of omen, foreshadowing something unusual that was about to happen. From time to time, fear flashed across the faces of the soldiers, and even they, who had been on the battlefield for a long time, were deeply shocked by this sudden scene.

As the jeep continued to move forward, the surrounding scene began to become blurred and distorted, as if the whole world was gradually losing its original order as they approached. Finally, after a long and bumpy journey, the jeep slowly stopped at the edge of the area covered by light.

Bai Ye got off the car first. His steps were extremely heavy, and every step seemed to be on the edge of the unknown and danger. The soldiers followed closely behind him, their breathing became rapid, and their weapons were tightly clenched in front of their chests, ready to deal with any possible threats at any time.

When their sight penetrated the last layer of mist, the scene in front of them made everyone hold their breath instantly. I saw a huge and smooth mechanical sphere lying quietly on the ground, which emitted a faint blue light, forming a sharp contrast with the desolate environment around it. There was no flaw on the surface of the sphere, which was as smooth as a mirror, reflecting all the light around it, making it impossible to see its true appearance directly.

A strong chill emanated from the sphere, penetrating everyone's body and reaching deep into their hearts. Bai Ye approached slowly, and he could feel an unprecedented sense of oppression, as if the weight of the whole world was condensed on this small sphere. He stretched out his hand and wanted to touch the cold surface, but hesitated at the last moment.

"What is this?" A soldier's voice trembled, breaking the silence around him. However, no one could answer his question. The appearance of this mechanical sphere was so abrupt and mysterious that they could not explain its existence with existing knowledge.

Bai Ye looked around and saw that the faces of the soldiers were full of fear and confusion. He knew that at this moment, they were standing at the turning point of human history. This sphere may lead them to a new era, or it may become the fuse for destroying everything. And he, as the leader of this group of people, must make a choice, no matter what consequences this choice will bring.

The night wind was howling, and the aurora was still dancing in the night sky, adding a bit of mystery and uneasiness to this desolate land. Bai Ye took a deep breath, put aside the distracting thoughts in his mind, and his eyes fell on the huge mechanical sphere again. He knew that no matter what was waiting for them ahead, they must go on bravely, because this was their mission and their destiny.

With the sudden change, the huge mechanical sphere seemed to be awakened by an invisible force and slowly rose into the air, and its speed was so fast that it was astonishing. It was suspended in mid-air, and lasers similar to the aurora that had previously streaked across the sky began to gather around it. Those lights intertwined and collided, forming dazzling beams of light that illuminated the entire night sky like daylight.

The soldiers were frightened by this sudden scene and retreated again and again. Their eyes were full of fear and confusion, as if they had witnessed the omen of the end of the world. Some people exclaimed, some trembled, but more of them were afraid of the unknown and helpless. However, in this chaos, Bai Ye seemed particularly calm. A meaningful smile appeared at the corner of his mouth, and a strange light flashed in his deep eyes.

"Bai Ye, what should we do?" A soldier finally couldn't help it and asked in a trembling voice. His eyes were full of dependence and trust in Bai Ye, as if Bai Ye could dispel all fear and anxiety with just one word.

Bai Ye did not answer immediately, but quietly watched the mechanical sphere that was wantonly showing its power in mid-air. His heart was filled with complex emotions, with surprise and curiosity, but more of an indescribable excitement and expectation. He knew that the appearance of this sphere was no accident, and the secret hidden behind it might completely change the world.

"We... don't need to do anything." Bai Ye finally spoke, his voice was calm and firm, like an invisible force, making the soldiers around him gradually quiet down, "This sphere does not belong to us, nor to this world. Its arrival has its own purpose and mission. All we can do is observe, learn, and then... wait."

The soldiers looked at each other, surprised and confused by Bai Ye's words. But seeing his calmness, the fear and uneasiness in their hearts seemed to gradually dissipate. So, they began to imitate Bai Ye, standing there quietly, observing the mechanical sphere that kept flashing lasers in the air.

As time passed, the light of the mechanical sphere gradually became soft and stable, no longer as dazzling as before. It began to rotate slowly in the air, as if performing some kind of ritual or self-examination. And at this moment, Bai Ye suddenly turned around and strode towards the giant jeep.

"Let's go." He said briefly, then opened the car door and sat in the driver's seat. Seeing this, the soldiers quickly followed, although they still had many questions in their hearts, and got in the car and sat down.

The jeep started again, and with a roar, it slowly drove away from the area covered by the light of the mechanical sphere. The soldiers looked back at the sphere that was still spinning in the air through the car window from time to time, with complicated emotions in their hearts. They knew that this night's experience would become one of the most unforgettable memories of their lives.

Bai Ye drove the jeep with a thoughtful look on his face, and his heart was full of longing and planning for the future. He understood that the appearance of this mechanical sphere was not just a simple natural phenomenon or a visit from aliens, but it was more likely a sign that a new era was about to begin. And he, as a witness and participant of this era, must be fully prepared to meet the upcoming challenges and opportunities.

As the jeep gradually went away, the light of the mechanical sphere gradually faded out of their sight. But Bai Ye knew that all this was not over, on the contrary, it was just a beginning.

One day later, when the first rays of morning light barely penetrated the heavy clouds and sprinkled on this desolate land, Bai Ye once again set out on the journey to the location of the mechanical sphere. His steps were firm and powerful, as if he had foreseen everything he was about to face. The soldiers followed closely behind him, with both fear of the unknown and unconditional trust in Bai Ye in their eyes.

As the distance got closer, the area that was briefly illuminated by the light of the mechanical sphere came into view again. However, unlike the last time, there was no dazzling light and no heart-pounding laser this time. The mechanical sphere floated quietly in the air, like a forgotten star, quietly guarding this land.

Bai Ye stopped, looked up and stared at the huge mechanical sphere, and an indescribable emotion surged in his heart. He slowly raised his hand, motioned the soldiers to stop, and then walked forward alone. Although the soldiers were full of doubts, they still obeyed Bai Ye's orders, stood quietly in place, and observed Bai Ye's every move.

Bai Ye walked under the mechanical sphere, looked up, and tried to find a clue or reaction from its smooth mirror-like surface. However, the sphere still maintained its indifferent and mysterious appearance, as if it was indifferent to everything in the world. Bai Ye frowned, and an inexplicable irritation surged in his heart.

Suddenly, he bent down, picked up a piece of stone scattered on the ground, and then smashed it at the mechanical sphere. The stone drew an arc in the air, and with a whistling wind, it hit the surface of the sphere fiercely. However, surprisingly, the sphere did not react at all. It still floated there quietly, without even a trace of vibration.

Bai Ye was stunned, he couldn't believe his eyes. He picked up a bigger stone again and smashed it at the sphere with all his strength. But the result was still the same, the sphere remained indifferent. Seeing this, the soldiers showed expressions of surprise and confusion, and they began to whisper, guessing the true identity and origin of this mechanical sphere.

Bai Ye's face became gloomy. He walked to one side of the sphere and walked around it again and again, trying to find a breakthrough from different angles. However, no matter how hard he tried, the sphere seemed to be protected by an invisible barrier and could not be touched by external forces.

"What on earth is this?" Bai Ye muttered to himself, his voice full of frustration and unwillingness. He looked up at the sky, trying to find the answer from there, but there was nothing except the gray clouds.

Seeing this, the soldiers gathered around, their eyes full of concern and worry. They knew that Bai Ye must be in a very heavy mood at the moment. However, they were powerless and could only stand aside silently and give him spiritual support.

Bai Ye took a deep breath and tried to calm his inner emotions. He knew that he could not just give up. The appearance of this mechanical sphere was by no means accidental. There must be some important secrets hidden behind it. He must find a way to unveil this secret.

So he walked under the sphere again and carefully observed every detail of it. He noticed that although the surface of the sphere was as smooth as a mirror, it did not seem to be completely flat. In some places, he could vaguely see some tiny bumps or depressions. He reached out and gently touched those places, trying to feel the mystery in them.

However, the moment he was about to touch the surface of the ball, a strong current suddenly came from his fingertips, causing him to retract his hand suddenly. He looked at his fingers in surprise and saw a burnt mark on them. He looked up at the ball and saw a faint blue light flashing on its surface, as if to warn him not to act rashly.

Bai Ye's face became even more gloomy. He realized that this mechanical ball was not a simple object. It possessed some unknown power and wisdom. He must treat it more carefully, otherwise it may cause unnecessary trouble.

Upon seeing this, the soldiers gathered around and asked about Bai Ye's situation with concern. Bai Ye shook his head, indicating that he was fine. Then, he looked up at the huge mechanical ball again, his heart filled with complicated emotions.

Since there was no substantial progress in the study of mechanical spheres, Bai Ye decided to change his strategy and temporarily withdraw his attention from the intense exploration. He turned around and smiled slightly at the soldiers who looked confused but still maintained high alertness. There was both helplessness and relief in the smile.

"Everyone, it seems that our battle with this big guy today is coming to an end for the time being." Bai Ye's voice echoed in the empty wilderness, with a hint of relaxation and ridicule, "In this case, we might as well change our mood and enjoy this moment. A rare moment of peace.”

When the soldiers heard this, they were stunned for a moment, and then a knowing smile appeared on their faces. They acted quickly. Some took out dry food and water bottles from their backpacks, while others began to look for a suitable picnic spot and spread out the picnic cloth. After a while, a simple but warm picnic venue was set up under the shadow of the mechanical ball.

Bai Ye also participated. He personally selected a few flat stones to form a simple dining table, and then invited the soldiers to sit in a circle. Everyone took out their own food, including bread, sausages, cans, and a few bottles of wine brought from the base. Although the food is simple, it seems particularly precious and delicious in such an environment.

"Come and drink to our first picnic!" Bai Ye raised the wine glass in his hand and suggested to the soldiers. The soldiers responded one after another, raising their own cups or water bottles, clinking against each other, making a crisp sound. At that moment, all the fatigue and confusion seemed to be dispelled by the laughter.

During the picnic, the soldiers began to relax. They talked about their hometowns and families, and shared stories and jokes with each other. Bai Ye also participated, sometimes listening, sometimes interjecting, adjusting the atmosphere with his unique sense of humor. In this strange place shrouded in mechanical balls, they seemed to have returned to ordinary military camp life, enjoying their rare leisure time.

However, amidst this relaxation and joy, Bai Ye did not completely let go of his guard against the mechanical ball. From time to time, he looked up at the ball floating quietly in mid-air, secretly thinking about his next action plan. He knew that the appearance of this sphere was no accident, and that the secrets hidden behind it might have a profound impact on the entire world. Therefore, he must remain alert and ready for possible changes.

After the picnic, the soldiers began to pack up and prepare to return to base. Bai Ye stood under the mechanical ball, staring at its smooth mirror-like surface, his heart filled with complicated emotions. He took a deep breath, then turned around and gave new orders to the soldiers: "After we return, we must immediately organize a team of experts to conduct a more in-depth study of this mechanical ball. At the same time, strengthen the A vigilant force to ensure that it does not suffer any unexpected interference.”