Stepping on the Demoness to become the strongest-Chapter 518 - 14: The Large Bunk Room

Chapter 518: Chapter 14: The Large Bunk Room

The Mortal Warrior Project that Yan Yu knew about only came to the forefront after the massive purge within the Annan Army.

But in fact, similar theoretical research had already been underway. In this regard, Lu Country had a unique advantage: it had a teacher, Mei, who had studied the Taoist scriptures and understood the practice of cultivation. She naturally led the research on Spiritual Energy, far ahead of other nations.

Teacher Mei was responsible for the basic theoretical project, which was currently the openly acknowledged focus of research in Lu Country.

As for the engineering application projects, they were necessarily conducted in secret.

The number of people involved was unknown, the location was unknown, and even the progress of the research was not disclosed. There were only a handful of high-ranking officials in Lu Country who were aware of this matter; even Mei Yingxue knew nothing about it.

The reason was obvious: the Mortal Warrior Project was targeted at the “Cultivators” from the very beginning.

As Cultivators were an emerging group, even though efforts were made to minimize the differences between them and ordinary people by introducing “fame” and “interest,” it still did not change the reality of the “difference between immortals and mortals.”

The only true solution was to empower ordinary people.

Just as new energy vehicles are limited by battery capacity, the current problem for the Mortal Warriors is that the devices for storing True Yuan are very large, requiring a truck for transport.

While Sword Immortals fly around, controlling their swords, you are tethered by a tube to truck-mounted equipment, serving as a stationary cannon; this obviously lacks combat capability.

Therefore, while continuing to develop lighter external True Yuan storage devices, the first batch of test Mortal Warriors also underwent specialized training from Sword Immortals. Unfortunately, since the True Yuan ultimately came from outside their bodies, these people had difficulty even circulating Qi internally and found executing even slightly complex Sword Control Techniques extremely challenging.

Compared to activating Magic Treasures and Taoism Methods, Sword Control Techniques were already the simplest form of attack for Cultivators.

The “East Sea Coral Sword” technique, which is low in requirements and easy to learn, undoubtedly gave a strong boost to the Mortal Warrior Project. Consequently, after Li Weiguo reported to the Privy Council, Yan Yu was quickly called back to Jinling to choose a reward from the inventory.

“Now we’re not really lacking anything, are we?” Yan Yu said, idly swiping through the screen.

It’s not exactly that they weren’t lacking; Ningning was practicing the Two-Handed Sword Control Technique and needed a new Flying Sword, and the enchantress could also use a second Magic Treasure… But he certainly had to appear indifferent, to facilitate future bargaining.

“Take another look,” Li Weiguo said with a smile.

Yan Yu looked carefully for a moment, then couldn’t help but sit up straight.

On the Pad screen, besides the inventory of the four armies, there was a separate inventory list titled “Unnamed.”

The items there were few in number, but they all appeared quite extraordinary and seemed better in rank compared to those in the four armies’ inventory.

Suddenly, a thought struck Yan Yu: this must be the secretive inventory of the Privy Council.

At this stage, a mysterious realm that had not been opened to outsiders was forcibly breached with a special method, allowing people to enter and seek treasures. Although the casualty rate was extraordinarily high, it also allowed them to acquire advanced treasures that were not obtainable at the present stage, such as Xie Ruoxi’s Heaven Yuan Qi Sword.

Liu Longtao had maintained the top Cultivator’s position domestically in his previous life, not only because of his innate talent and hard work but also probably due to the Privy Council’s secretive inventory—as it was the Liu Family in charge of development. Claiming it as an experiment for Lord Master to use a few items, the procedures could be justified.

Hahaha, then I won’t be modest!

Yan Yu was very clear that when the Zhenhai Team explored the second layer of the Wuyi Mountains Secret Realm, there were no cameras with them. Thus, even if he kept the “East Sea Coral Sword” privately, no one above would know.

But he ultimately chose to turn over the manuscript, and perhaps to encourage his action or maybe thanks to Old Li’s efforts, the Privy Council opened up the secret inventory, allowing him to choose.

No matter the actual reason, it was a rare opportunity that should not be wasted.

Yan Yu did not hesitate much and directly filled out the search conditions to choose a Flying Sword.

While the Enchantress didn’t have a second Magic Treasure urgently, it was crucial for Ningning to have a second convenient Flying Sword if she were to utilize her abilities in the Two-Handed Sword Control Technique. The priorities were clear.

Speaking of Ningning’s sword, that reminded Yan Yu.

Back in the day within the Mirror Lake Divine Palace, Lin Ning’s clone had, besides the Green Bamboo Sword, another dark red Flying Sword.

Of course, Yan Yu did not think that the clone was the future Lin Ning, nor did he intend to pick an identical second Flying Sword for Lin Ning.

However, the dark red color was highly likely indicative of a Fire-type Flying Sword… definitely suitable as Ningning’s auxiliary sword.

Swords are differentiated by the Five Elements: Metal swords are sharp and fierce, Wood swords are agile, Water swords are soft and yielding, Fire swords are swift and ferocious, and Earth swords are thick and heavy. In practical combat, Metal, Fire, and Earth swords are more suitable for frontal assaults, while Wood and Water swords are better for maneuvering and engagement.

Lin Ning’s Green Bamboo Sword is a Wood-element Flying Sword, the most agile among the Five Elements, making it most suitable for maneuvering and engagement. Therefore, the secondary sword should ideally be chosen from either Metal, Fire, or Earth. Considering that Earth-element Flying Swords are strong but slow, and Ningning’s reaction speed is an advantage, it would be more appropriate to choose either Metal or Fire…

Yes, this one!

Yan Yu quickly picked out a dark red Flying Sword from the inventory list.

Whether it’s from the Mirror Lake Divine Palace or not doesn’t really matter. The appearance and color of Flying Swords are quite limited; there’s a high probability of repetition, no need to fuss over it.

“Alright, it will be sent to you once it’s out of the inventory,” Li Weiguo said after a moment of silence, smiling, “Now that the second level of the Mysterious Realm has been captured, you guys should cultivate there first. Is there anything in short supply that needs to be provided?”

“We’re not lacking in supplies; they can be transferred from the first level,” Yan Yu replied, “It’s just the living quarters that might need some work.”

If it was just for a construction site, setting up a container house that shelters from wind and rain would suffice. However, Cultivators are accustomed to living well, having stayed in villas during their time in Jinling, so Li Weiguo didn’t plan to cut corners. He decided to have Jiang Weiming arrange for a massive villa complex to be built to the standards of a rehabilitation hospital to facilitate future cultivation for the Zhenhai Team and other Zhendong Army Cultivators…

Oh?

Old Li suddenly had an idea and smiled as he said to Yan Yu:

“Understood, I’ll make the arrangements. You can go back now.”

Yan Yu, puzzled by this, considered that he had already chosen the rewards and made his requests, so he didn’t stay longer and left.

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That very night upon returning to the Secret Realm, members of the Zhenhai Team stared blankly at a hastily assembled container house.

“The commander said.” Jiang Weiming said with an apologetic smile, “You are all Cultivators who have undergone Fasting; you shouldn’t demand high living conditions. Stay in this house for now. Water and electricity are temporarily connected. You can move to the rehabilitation area once it’s ready.”

The crowd: ………

Although they thought, “Isn’t this too crude?” they ultimately didn’t voice it out, as it would make them seem too pampered.

Looking at the center of the valley, where many old buildings were being cleared and checked before being torn down for civil engineering work, it was clear that a Cultivator rehabilitation base was to be established there. So the commander’s suggestion for everyone to “stay here for a while” didn’t seem to be mere lip service.

There was no choice butto go inside and take a look.

Upon entering, they found the interior surprisingly tidy. There were small compartments for a bathroom and toilet, and functional air conditioning and a refrigerator, even a wardrobe, desk, and computer—though, of course, they had no internet access.

The only drawback was the absence of beds.

In fact, in such a small house, it was impossible to separate into six rooms, let alone fit six beds, so instead, there was a large shared sleeping area on the floor, neatly covered with six quilts, taking up most of the room.

“How are we supposed to sleep with such poor conditions!” Zhao Yuanzhen complained directly, “Why don’t we go back to the first layer of the Secret Realm? Missing a few days of cultivation won’t matter, right?”

“Indeed,” Yan Yu replied, frowning.

Without separate rooms, it meant that Joint Cultivation with the Enchantress and Ningning couldn’t be kept confidential. Did they have to complete their daily tasks outside every day, or perhaps just come clean with everyone?

“I actually think it’s not bad,” Chen Lingyun said with a smile, “Conditions are a bit Spartan, but we are not delicate little princes and princesses, are we? Staying here a few days won’t hurt.”

“Yes, yes,” Su Yunjin nodded repeatedly, already figuring out where the team leader would sleep.

Only Xie Ruoxi remained silent, her face ashen, as if nothing could arouse her interest.

Because she discovered there was no cellular signal whatsoever here.

The Secret Realm naturally isolates itself from the outside world. Only after the central nerve is refined can the prohibitions be adjusted to allow wireless signals to pass through. But since the second layer of the Secret Realm had just been conquered, it clearly hadn’t been equipped with the corresponding communication base station. Forget about connecting to the internet.

No internet… ugh, just kill me!

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