The energy contained within the AllSpark was immeasurable.
Even a minuscule fragment, the size of a grain of sand from the sea, caused immense destruction when ignited.
The resulting explosion directly obliterated an entire state in the southern region of the United States!
The detonation was swift, and the Black Robe was severely wounded before he could react.
The situation reversed in an instant.
The AllSpark was the core of the Transformers.
Its detonation not only failed to destroy Optimus Prime but also healed his injuries and granted him a surge in combat power for a short period.
The newly formed energy cannon was larger than Optimus Prime's entire body.
This time, Optimus Prime truly possessed the power to turn the heavens and earth upside down.
With no other recourse, the Black Robe was forced to retreat temporarily.
Before Optimus Prime could even breathe a sigh of relief, he discovered that the AllSpark seemed to have entered a berserk state during the explosion.
Its energy output had not ceased, threatening to wipe out Earth in the next wave.
Optimus Prime panicked. He immediately attempted to pacify the AllSpark, but to no avail.
Ultimately, Optimus Prime had no choice but to forcibly separate a portion of the AllSpark. Only then did the AllSpark, on the verge of a secondary explosion, fall into a temporary calm.
However, the separated portion transformed into a red light and vanished before Optimus Prime’s eyes, untraceable.
"Ah!"
Martina cried out.
"So, that colossal sinkhole in Nasida Asia was caused by the AllSpark exploding?!"
Lin Feng: …………
Is there no one normal among you? Your reaction is almost as slow as a Slowpoke, little sister!
Martina had even played in that sinkhole when she was a child.
According to official media, it was caused by the immense destruction from a meteorite impact.
Due to the meteorite's damage, the sinkhole in Nasida Asia was deemed unsuitable for any further construction.
"That is correct!" Optimus Prime replied, his optics filled with sorrow.
That sinkhole was indeed formed by the AllSpark's eruption.
Countless humans had paid with their lives for it.
The actions of that group in Black Robe would undoubtedly be met with retribution.
Optimus Prime did not know what methods the Black Robe had employed, but he was unable to restore the AllSpark to its pre-explosion state.
He could only continuously suppress it.
This state of constant mental tension left Optimus Prime feeling weary.
Yet, the AllSpark's constant, autonomous release of energy brought Optimus Prime immeasurable benefits.
His combat power was escalating by the moment.
Thanks to his augmented strength, Earth entered several years of peace.
However, during this period, the AllSpark still erupted on a small scale a few times.
Optimus Prime's suppression of the AllSpark began to feel increasingly strained, with the level of containment diminishing.
The Black Robe had not abandoned their covetous desire for the AllSpark.
They had visited Earth multiple times, but fearing Optimus Prime's ever-increasing power, they refrained from large-scale engagements.
This continued until another eruption of the AllSpark. This time, Optimus Prime barely managed to contain it.
It was also during this eruption that a vast number of mechanical devices worldwide transformed into Transformers, almost exclusively cars.
This situation was clearly unsustainable. Optimus Prime began to consider taking the AllSpark away.
However, the new generation of Autobots was somewhat volatile, so Optimus Prime had to personally intervene to pacify and recruit them.
Once all this was accomplished, Optimus Prime found the only intact Cybertronian spacecraft on Earth.
He took the AllSpark and left the planet alone.
The Autobots were aware of his departure but unaware of the reason.
Optimus Prime did not share the full story with them.
According to prophecy, the Autobots were incapable of resisting the Black Robe's formidable power and could not protect the AllSpark.
Upon returning to Cybertron, using the planet coordinates left in the prophecy, Optimus Prime transmitted.
It was a dim, secluded planet.
This planet could isolate all information about the AllSpark.
Here, the AllSpark could erupt without restraint, causing no loss of life.
However, the AllSpark's disappearance enraged the Black Robe.
To draw out Optimus Prime and the AllSpark, the Black Robe placed Skynet on Earth, initiating an era of apocalypse.
But Optimus Prime could not appear to help Earth; he had to watch over the AllSpark.
Furthermore, the number of Black Robes had clearly increased, indicating they had brought in reinforcements.
If Optimus Prime appeared with the AllSpark, Earth would have no option but immediate destruction.
To force Optimus Prime out, they would not destroy Earth immediately!
Optimus Prime's reasoning was sound.
He remained in hiding for several years.
Yet, there remained a sliver of hope for both the Transformers and Earth.
As long as Optimus Prime persevered until the appearance of Lin Feng, the powerful human from prophecy who could annihilate the universe with a wave of his hand…
His arrival would put an end to all current calamities…
As the story reached this point, the "tale" was nearing its conclusion.
Du Jialun's head buzzed. He looked at Optimus Prime with a mixture of emotion and admiration.
He had never imagined that Optimus Prime and the AllSpark's departure was for such a reason!
Over the years, Optimus Prime had endured immense pressure and danger.
"I apologize for my earlier impulsiveness, Optimus Prime…"
Du Jialun sincerely lowered his metallic head.
He had misunderstood Optimus Prime.
The reason Optimus Prime had not returned to Earth was to protect it and its inhabitants.
Optimus Prime was still the same Optimus Prime; he had never changed.
Lin Feng also understood.
This was some kind of alternate universe Transformers, wasn't it?
The plot development was completely different from the movies.
Could it be the interference of the Black Robe?
And who was the Seer of Cybertron? To be able to predict his arrival, how powerful were they?
However, Lin Feng was pleased.
The prophecy mentioned that Lin Feng would end all current calamities.
This meant there was room for negotiation, right?
With this, securing the AllSpark was practically a sure thing.
"It's alright, I understand your feelings!" Optimus Prime forgave Du Jialun.
"I have recounted everything that has transpired. If you have any further questions, I will answer them without reservation…"
Optimus Prime placed his hopes directly on Lin Feng, without considering whether Lin Feng was willing to help.
Lin Feng raised his hand and pointed at Martina.
"In the message you left behind, you mentioned for me to bring Martina."
"So, my first question is, why bring her?"
Martina also looked at Optimus Prime with curiosity.
She too wanted to know why Optimus Prime wanted her brought along.
"You speak of Martina."
Optimus Prime's gaze towards Martina was filled with nostalgia and sentiment.
Lin Feng noticed that Optimus Prime had worn the same expression when he first saw Martina.
How could a robot's eyes shimmer with paternal affection?
A wicked thought arose: don't tell me she's actually his illegitimate daughter…
And Optimus Prime's answer, while not matching Lin Feng's wild speculation, was enough to leave Lin Feng utterly stunned.
"The reason I asked you to bring Martina is because Martina is the very portion I separated from the AllSpark!"