Ding Meng stared at the cartoon face, and his expression became serious. This was not the true body of the mother. From the perspective of an Origin Ability user, this was at most half a clone. However, its aura was already that of a Galactic Warrior. The true body of the mother was probably very powerful. He did not expect the leader of the Black Frogs to be so much more powerful than the leaders of the various countries.
Ding Meng said in a low voice, "This is not your true face either, right?"
The frog face blinked. "But I have already expressed enough sincerity and sent out a friendly signal. That is enough!"
Ding Meng said, "What do you want from me?"
The frog face said, "It's not that I want to find you. You came to Saint Dragon Star City of your own accord. I did not expect such a big shot like you to come to the Frogmen Kingdom. You are here for the Fertile Chalk Star System, right?"
Ding Meng did not intend to deny it in front of such a powerful expert. "Logically speaking, you should be more interested in the core of the Great Stellar Vortex than I am. I don't understand why you want to retreat."
The frog face floated in the air, seemingly deep in thought. After a long time, it sighed. "I won't hide it from you. I am of the Devil Race."
Ding Meng was a little surprised. "But you have the aura of the Frogs and Demons."
The frog face said, "The Frogs are a branch of the Devil Race, and the aura of the Demons is just energy that I have absorbed."
Ding Meng said, "The Fertile Chalk Star System contains the energy of the Demons?"
The frog face did not directly answer his question. "You should know that the Black Frogs came to the Pan God System many centuries ago."
Ding Meng nodded.
The frog face said, "But you might not know this, but we are similar to the Steel Mane Race. We are a nomadic race in the universe, relying on metals, energy, and biotechnology to survive. When we first came to the Holy Brilliance System, we discovered many rare resources in the Fertile Chalk Star System, including metals, crystals, divine light, Mana, Psionic, and many other resources. We were the first to discover them."
Ding Meng said, "I think Head of State Wen Yang will definitely refute your statement."
The frog-faced man said, "When it comes to war, every side has its own reasons and excuses. The war between us and the Empire has been going on for hundreds of years. There's no real meaning in debating who's right and who's wrong."
Ding Meng nodded. "In the end, territory is the most important thing."
The frog-faced man also nodded. "Both sides want to enter the core of the Great Stellar Vortex, and they've spent so many years trying to do so. In fact, I'm not afraid to tell you that the energy contained in the core is even greater than the divine light energy you found in the rainforest six years ago."
"Oh?" Ding Meng was surprised. "How did you know?"
The frog-faced man said, "When I first came to the Sacred Glory Star System, I sensed that there are two precious resources in the Great Stellar Vortex. One is the divine light energy, and the other is the essence of the Demonic Sky. However, both of these resources came from advanced civilizations and have their own seals. It's very difficult for outsiders to open it."
Ding Meng understood. "The Divine Light Forbidden Land needs martial artists of the Divine Light. Correspondingly, the Demonic Sky Forbidden Land needs martial artists of the Demons. The energy Wen Yang and the others found six years ago is enough to greatly increase their strength. In addition, the gap in technology between the two sides is getting bigger and bigger. Therefore, it'll be very difficult for you to resist the Combined Fleet this time."
The frog-faced man's expression was also serious. "Actually, the signs of defeat have already taken shape forty to fifty years ago. Our Black Frog Race's army has gradually been at a disadvantage in the war between the two sides. I also knew that the retreat was only a matter of time, but I didn't expect the Federal Empire to cooperate with us this time."
Ding Meng pondered and said, "I'm afraid you've also thought of many ideas for the war. For example, the fifth-generation model of the reconstructed warriors. I've always been curious. How did the Qu family's model fall into your hands?"
The frog-faced man said, "That's why I asked you to come here today."
Ding Meng said, "Please speak!"
The frog-faced man said, "The Demons that the Demonic Sky Empire sent to pursue Mou Xingguo have been divided in recent years into two groups. One is the pure Demonic Sky Race, and the other is a completely new force. They cultivate both gods and demons. I believe you've already seen this kind of martial artist."
Ding Meng hurriedly asked, "What's the reason for this?"
The frog-faced man shook his head and said, "I don't know. The fifth-generation model was given to me by the pure Demonic Sky Race. Once the frog-faced race gains an advantage in the Fertile Chalk Star System, it'll be advantageous for the Demons."
Ding Meng nodded. He could understand this reasoning. After all, the human world could not communicate with the Demons, but the Yao Realm and the frog-faced race could.
The frog-faced man said, "However, in recent years, as the Demons split and expanded, Demons and new Demons were born among the Origin Ability users. Whether it's for the frog-faced nation or the Devouring World, we can no longer establish true trust with the Demons. Even the Empire's Ruler, Wen Yang, who has always stood against me, is now a member of the Demons."
Ding Meng frowned and said, "There are so many complicated problems, and the situation is so bad. Why don't you personally solve them?"
The frog-faced man said, "Forgive me for not being able to tell you the reason. After all, the frog-faced nation is very uncomfortable being sandwiched between the three of you. The Dark Night Demoness has her own plans, and I have my own difficulties."
Ding Meng said, "I understand!"
The frog-faced man sighed again. "Your analysis during the day was not wrong. The small troops that the frog-faced nation has gathered over the past three years have been unable to infiltrate the Combined Fleet's blockade. They should be pretty much dead, and we don't have any cards that we can use. However, since you've come to Saint Dragon Star City as a guest, this is an opportunity."
Ding Meng finally understood. "You want me to replace the frog-faced people and enter the core of the giant vortex to search for the Demons' energy source?"
The frog-faced man said, "I have no reason to miss out on this opportunity."
Ding Meng couldn't help but laugh. "Aren't you thinking too highly of me?"
The frog-faced man also laughed. "If someone as strong as you, Ding Meng, can't do it, then I can only accept my fate."
Ding Meng said, "The question is, what benefits will I get?"
The frog-faced man stopped smiling and looked to the side. He saw another crack in the air, and a realistic scene appeared in front of Ding Meng's eyes.
This seemed to be the wilderness of a rainforest planet. The ground was covered in gravel and sand, but there were corpses everywhere. The blood had dried, and it was obvious that a battle had broken out. The corpses of imperial soldiers and mercenaries were everywhere. The camera shifted to a huge rock. There were no corpses on the rock, only two heads. The heads were slightly rotten, and it was obvious that they had been dead for some time.
Ding Meng's eyes narrowed, and he clenched his fists. He recognized the faces of these two heads. They belonged to Little Arrow and Little Leopard.
The frog-faced man explained, "This is Planet 32 of the rainforest planet. We're close to the core."
Ding Meng suppressed his anger. "Who did this?"
The frog-faced man said, "There were many people who went up. I couldn't see clearly in the chaotic battle."
The camera was still moving. Looking up from the surface of Planet 32, one would see many dark black holes in the gray sky. It was as if the sky had been torn apart.
The frog-faced man explained, "This is a forbidden zone of the Demons. It's very difficult for outsiders to enter."
The camera shifted again, and the image showed an exquisitely designed spaceship quietly docked next to the mountain wall. The spaceship was invisible, but the frog-faced man could see it clearly. It was the Trident God Arrow spaceship.
The spaceship had obviously been damaged. There were spiderweb-like cracks all over the hull. It was hard to imagine what kind of power had caused this.
The cracks disappeared at this time, and the air returned to normal. The frog-faced man sighed. "I know this spaceship is related to your Bingyi Group, but this is all I can see with my power. Sorry!"
This explained why even Xin Jie couldn't contact Little Rascal and the others. Something had happened in the Fertile Chalk System.
Ding Meng took a deep breath. "I owe you a big favor."
The frog-faced man said, "I'm not trying to take advantage of you. If you can find the Demonic Sky Race's energy source, I won't ask for much. You can share some with me, and it's up to you. I only have one condition, and that is that the energy source must not fall into the hands of Wen Yang and the others no matter what. Once the Empire obtains it, our race will be doomed."
Ding Meng said, "I don't want it to fall into his hands, either."
The frog-faced man said, "I know you have old grudges with Wen Yang, but now that his faction has taken shape, it can't be underestimated. Also, I'm taking a gamble by cooperating with you. I can directly teleport you to Planet 32."
Ding Meng said in shock, "I only know that the Starbow Group's Qu Jing can directly teleport into the depths of the Fertile Chalk System. How are you going to do it?"
The frog-faced man said, "What you might not know is that I can directly open a wormhole to achieve an unobstructed long-distance transmission, but this is only limited to individuals. Every time I open it, I'll be weakened for a long time. Now you should understand why I can't personally go, right?"
Ding Meng let out a long sigh. "I finally understand the commander's words. You don't trust me as a person, but my strength."
The frog-faced man nodded. "I can't think of anyone more suitable than you."
Ding Meng said, "What about that Zhong Yu?"
The frog-faced man said, "He's a representative sent by the Gauss Group. You should have heard of this group."
Ding Meng said, "I've heard of them, but they seem to keep a very low profile."
The frog-faced man said, "Actually, they're the largest pirate group in the Fertile Chalk System. Before Chuangyu's Guan Xinqing cleared his name, he relied on the Gauss Group."
Ding Meng said, "In that case, the Gauss Group is under the control of Chuang Yu?"
The frog-faced man said, "It used to be, but not anymore. Chuang Yu has always wanted to control it, but there are many experts within the Gauss Group. Not only does Wen Yang not want to provoke this group, even I don't want to fall out with them. After all, they are the ones who truly understand the Fertile Chalk System."
Ding Meng said, "Understood!"
The frog-faced man said, "Then it's time for you to make the decision!"
Ding Meng said, "Sure, I accept your conditions!"
The frog-faced man said, "Then when do you want to leave?"
Ding Meng said, "We can leave now."
"Very well, as you wish!" The frog-faced man disappeared after answering.
At the same time, a green dot appeared in the center of the palace. The green dot slowly expanded, gradually turning into a vortex. It was a miniature version of the space-time tunnel, but the aura emanating from it was the chaotic energy of the cosmic storm.
Ding Meng did not think too much and walked straight in.
The vortex closed and disappeared, and the palace immediately became empty again. Only the green frog statue on the wall stared at the ground, as if nothing had happened here.