Chapter 377 - Chapter 377: 340

Chapter 377: 340

‘Redemption’ group messages flickered, and Tao Yu flipped through them casually, unexpectedly coming across information related to himself.

Rocket Full Throttle: “Does anyone have a channel to learn Inner Strength?”

Brick Flyer: “No, I’m also looking. This thing is quite interesting.”

Hundred Thousand Horsepower: “I’ve got a grandnephew in the new Development Zone who’s entered the basics of Quanzhen Inner Strength, and indeed, the effects are just as rumored and useful to us on the mechanical enhancement side.”

Rocket Full Throttle: “Really? That’s not easy, Gang Qi has high requirements for Qi-Blood, and there aren’t many Battle Techniques to choose from. Inner Strength is really great. When will real-world dojos open up here?”

Hunter: “Our new member who joined last time might know, but he seems to have gone to the Abyss. You can ask him when he returns.”

…

“Is it true that there’s Unobtainium in the new Development Zone?”

“It’s confirmed, but not yet secured. The combat strength of the fragments there is not bad, and the Development Zone is understaffed.”

“I’m looking forward to it. Current Unobtainium is a bit expensive; I can’t bear to modify it. I hope the price can come down.”

“…”

Tao Yu found it unexpected that those most enthusiastic about Inner Strength seemed to be from the mechanical enhancement side, judging by their code names.

The ‘Hunter’ was a ‘Redemption’ board member who had visited him before, and in the circle of senior partners, he was considered quite successful, with extremely powerful firepower and Yuan Force implants, the specifics of which were unknown.

In terms of destructive power alone, Tao Yu was no match for him.

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Or perhaps the mechanical enhancement side had always taken shortcuts, and many senior partners might have great destructive power, but their flaws and weaknesses were also quite clear; otherwise, they wouldn’t nearly all have self-detonating modifications.

Nobody wanted to become a bomb maniac, but they were forced into a corner; without this deterrence, it was too easy to be killed covertly.

Due to a large amount of replacements, Qi-Blood was insufficient, and cultivation involving Gang Qi had virtually stagnated. Many with hybrid implants were still considering some vigor or Battle Techniques.

But it was very difficult for those with mechanical enhancements.

This time, however, Inner Strength was neutral and well-balanced, and even those who had undergone replacements could have the remnants slightly modified by masters specifically for individual needs, making it possible to cultivate.

Although the effects weren’t as good, for those on the mechanical enhancement side, they only wanted to compensate for their weaknesses, not to rely on Inner Strength for destruction.

It could strengthen the body, heal injuries, and also fortify the spirit. For the mechanical enhancement side, the allure of such a Cure-all Salve was even greater.

Tao Yu had learned the Spiritual Thorn from Master Wang and knew that most spiritual attacks had similar drawbacks—that is, having to battle on the enemy’s home ground. The stronger the enemy, the more the difficulty increased exponentially, a completely asymmetric battle.

It’s akin to sending an aircraft carrier to directly confront shore-based anti-ship missiles. If the disparity is too great, one can proceed unhindered; but with any form of defense, it results in damaging the enemy at the cost of significant self-harm.

In the absence of a widespread application of Meditation Techniques, Inner Strength was a decent way to compensate for weaknesses.

“It’s good to be popular. Plus, with the Unobtainium in the new Development Zone, the Suns could indeed score big with the pioneers on the mechanical enhancement side…”

Tao Yu observed some messages, absorbing their gossip, but didn’t show himself—just quietly watching.

Suddenly, Tao Yu saw the latest message pop up.

Rocket Full Throttle: “I’ll go ask at their office. Damn, there are so many people here; many are here for consultation or even to pay upfront. Should I reserve a spot? Apparently, the coaches are limited, and entry is super hard…”

Reading this, Tao Yu felt elated. He hadn’t expected that there were people willing to pay upfront. Then his share of the profits might be more than he anticipated, as if drawing in advance on future income.

In today’s environment, willing to pay upfront for a reservation really showed it was good stuff.

“Once the abilities of Great Tang become apparent here, money is sure to come in even faster. Sadly, their return is still some time away; it’s too far.”

While checking his watch, Tao Yu arrived at the ‘Scripture Depository’ dojo’s office.

It wasn’t far from Master Wang’s private dojo and was close to the Inner City’s central district, with a higher level of bustle than the South City area.

The office was on the second floor, seemingly with a supermarket-like store on the first floor.

Before even entering, Tao Yu saw the line extending out from the staircase.

He also spotted ‘Rocket Full Throttle’ at a glance.

Tao Yu had heard of this individual, who had a certain fame among the senior partners, but hadn’t gone out of his way to get a photo.

However, he knew on first sight it must be him because of the row of Katyusha-like rocket launcher racks folded on his back!

The back bulged significantly, making the man appear quite burly.

Even with the rocket launchers folded, the outlines were obvious; one could only imagine how many he carried.

Such a man, loaded with solid ammunition and the likes of rocket projectiles, would have an extremely strong initial burst of firepower.

But without special resupply methods, his endurance would be terrible.

“However, he has made it this far as a senior partner, either having a specialized resupply vehicle that he rides to each operation, or his equipment contains quite a few gadgets like the Warlord’s Sidearm with a Self-Repair function to periodically resupply virtual bullets…”

Tao Yu speculated silently, arriving at his own conclusions.

Exploring the Abyss isn’t about conducting siege warfare, with continuous resupply, and if one goes for such extreme firepower output without corresponding logistics skills, items, or talents, it’s clear they wouldn’t be able to cut it.

At this moment, Tao Yu also saw ‘Rocket Full Throttle’ making a fuss, saying:

“I’m a senior partner, do I have to queue too? Can’t you give me a break? I’ll definitely make a reservation and pay up.”

So, he wanted to jump the queue…

However, barring his way was an expressionless beautiful girl, whom Tao Yu faintly remembered seeing in the Floating City—a minion of Larey’s, presumably the little rich woman had assigned her there to maintain order.

Although her status was not as high as that of the head maid, Lares.

Her identity from the Floating City made her fearless of anyone in the Inner City.

Perhaps there were those in the top echelons of the Inner City stronger than her, but none would ever disrespect her.

At this moment, she wasn’t wearing a maid’s uniform, but instead a standard women’s tuxedo with white gloves.

A maid dressed in this attire still managed to highlight an elegant demeanor.

It could only be said that the people of the Floating City have an excellent grasp on sophistication.

“Miss Moomoo.”

Tao Yu waved his hand.

Whereas Moomoo, who had been impatient and had mercilessly rejected Rocket Full Throttle’s advance, paused and turned her head upon hearing Tao Yu’s words.

Though Tao Yu wore a cloak and mask, she recognized him through the memory of his voice, physique, and stride; her previously impatient expression thawed and she offered a warm smile.

“Master Tao, you’ve returned.”

“No, no, no, Miss Moomoo, calling me ‘master’ is too flattering, just call me Ah Yu.”

Tao Yu hurriedly waved his hands.

Although Moomoo was just a maid, with a lower status than Lares, Tao Yu wouldn’t falter on such matters.

If people respect you and call you ‘master’, while theoretically he could accept it given his relationship with the little rich lady, at least outwardly Tao Yu would still show utmost humility.

“Hee hee, Brother Yu, you’ve earned a lot, haven’t you? Let me go register it for you, come with me.”

Moomoo said with a giggling smile, displaying a completely different expression from when she faced Rocket Full Throttle.

Tao Yu was handsome and had a very good relationship with the head family, a favorite of the young masters and misses; inherently, Moomoo considered Tao Yu one of their own, so naturally her demeanor was completely different.

“This is a friend from my guild, if it’s just paying the fee and making a reservation, please make an exception on his behalf.”

Tao Yu casually helped this ‘Rocket Full Throttle’ out.

‘Redemption’ was a mutual aid organization; a favor now might land some benefit, and who knows, the other party might drop some useful tips in the future.

And originally, ‘Rocket Full Throttle’ was somewhat displeased to see Moomoo’s radically different attitude, feeling his status as a senior partner was not being acknowledged.

However, upon hearing Tao Yu’s words, his eyes lit up.

“Haha, it must be Brother Eight-Arms then. Ah, I was really misled by your title; didn’t connect it with your build at first, thanks this time.”

“You’re welcome.”

Since Tao Yu had spoken, Moomoo naturally let Rocket Full Throttle through.

And those in line wouldn’t dare to have any objections!

In reality, as a high-ranking partner, cutting in line wouldn’t have been a problem for him, it was just that Moomoo was there, effectively blocking access.

Now it was simply a matter of reopening the gate.

Watching Rocket Full Throttle happily proceed to prepay, Tao Yu also followed Moomoo to the office of the service counter.

The office was neat and seemed to still hold the smell of new construction materials, likely because it hadn’t been long since it was opened.

Some flower beds were placed inside.

“Brother Yu, you’re here to collect your dividends, right? To have such stable continuous income at a young age, it truly is enviable,”

Moomoo expressed her interest without hiding it, her beautiful eyes gleaming.

Bearing the achievements of someone who is both young and from her master’s household, it was natural to have some thoughts about it.

Nevertheless, she was professionally trained and loyally handpicked, so she limited herself to merely light teasing in her words. She first went over to a big rear-end computer monitor to check something—

likely verifying the current amount—then let the printer directly print out two vouchers, clearly a little astonished as she said,

“This time the dividends are 40.7 million, but there might be fewer earnings in the next two months due to many prepayments…”

Hearing Moomoo’s words, Tao Yu’s eyes also shone brightly.

Ha ha, I was still pondering which Skill to Deify first.

Now, I want them all!

‘Demonization,’ ‘Art of Corpse Refinement,’ ‘Lightning Running Thunder Fist’—the cost of Deifying all three is covered!

And there’s still plenty left over for daily maintenance.

This is even before selling anything; dozens of regular versions of the ‘Art of Corpse Refinement,’ though severely polluted and not high-priced, are ample in number.

The Vampire ashes are items worth tens or even hundreds of thousands, and the defensively aural jade pendant strengthened after Shi Zhixuan’s death likewise exceeds tens of thousands.

A little scavenging, and perhaps even the Deification of ‘Elegant Sword Technique’ is within reach!

“Still, it’s best to save some for emergencies, don’t push it to the limit. Deifying these three is good enough for now…”

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