Faced with Tang Ping's sincere thanks, Babata crooked her mouth and gave a slight nod, casually waving a hand. "It's nothing. Pick one secret technique and one weapon for yourself. If you're not sure what to choose, you can tell me what you're looking for, and I'll help you pick."
Tang Ping furrowed his brow.
He knew very well that in the world of Swallowed Star, the two core keys to cultivation were Law Comprehension and willpower.
But he hadn't yet broken through to Planetary Rank, so he had no idea which elements he was compatible with. If he chose blindly now and picked something that didn't suit him, the loss would be far too great.
After mulling it over, he clasped his hands again, frankly explained his concerns, and asked if he could wait until he broke through to Planetary Rank before making his choice. With the resources he had now, he could naturally make the breakthrough once he returned. It wouldn't take long.
Babata waved a hand nonchalantly, her tone languid. "There's no need to wait until you break through. I just ran another test on you. You're compatible with both Wind and Thunder, your Brain Domain Width is 30, and you've already awakened Spiritual Telekinesis. Your talent is quite good."
Luo Xiaoyu looked at her husband in surprise, her eyes full of confusion.
What kind of fortuitous encounter had he stumbled upon? His talent had improved so much—not only had his Brain Domain Width increased, but he'd also gained an affinity for Thunder and Spiritual Telekinesis.
Had he taken some rare heavenly treasure? At the thought, she couldn't help feeling a little envious.
After hearing this, Tang Ping immediately brightened.
In Devouring World, even people with poor talent might change their fate through unbelievable luck, but most people never got such an opportunity. Talent often determined just how far someone could go on the path of cultivation.
After thinking it over, Tang Ping clasped his hands again and asked respectfully, "Lord Babata, could you give me a secret technique suited to both Wind and Thunder, with excellent survival skills? As for the weapon, I'd like something stylish that's also good at defense and keeping me alive. A sword would be best."
As a veteran reader who'd followed legitimate Qidian novels for ten years, he was tired of protagonists using swords. Still, he had to admit that when it came to looking cool and showing off, swords were the obvious choice.
Besides, he was a Spirit Reader and didn't need to fight at close range, so a sword suited him perfectly.
Strength was only temporary; looking cool lasted a lifetime!
And the reason he'd emphasized survival skills was simple: he valued his life. If he lost his dignity, he might still be able to make money; if he lost his life, he'd have nothing left.
Babata's mouth twitched at his words.
But he was the disciple she'd chosen herself, after all. She could only accept it through gritted teeth. She silently searched the database for a moment, then raised her hand and waved. An antique-looking box flew straight to Tang Ping.
"I've given you the secret technique. I've already arranged for the weapon to be delivered to your home. You'd better train properly and not give me a reason to make your life difficult. Hmph!"
Babata glared fiercely at Tang Ping and bared her teeth. She looked intimidating, but then flicked her tail, folded her arms across her chest, and vanished on the spot.
"Farewell, Lord Babata!" Tang Ping and Luo Xiaoyu hurriedly bowed together.
It never hurt to be polite. That was a timeless truth.
A moment later, Tang Ping eagerly opened the box. When he saw the Wind-Thunder Secret Canon inside, his eyes filled with delight.
It was actually a top-tier secret technique that could be cultivated all the way to World Lord Rank. Its creator had specialized in the Wind-Thunder Evasion Technique, and its survival skills were considered first-rate.
The Sky-Splitting Sword Babata had gifted him was even more astonishing: a legendary Tier 3 Telekinetic Weapon, worth a fortune. The sword could split into countless smaller swords for wide-area attacks, or combine into a greatsword to perform the Wind-Thunder Sword Technique.
Most importantly, it could form a pair of wings. Combined with the secret technique, it enabled its user to perform the Wind-Thunder Evasion Technique, leaving cultivators of the same rank far behind in speed.
At crucial moments, the sword wings could also create a defensive barrier to protect their user.
A Tier 3 Telekinetic Weapon was a Divine Weapon that only the lofty Universe Level powerhouses could wield—and it even came with a complete set of matching secret techniques.
This was an incredible opportunity!
Lord Babata, my loyalty is yours!
"Tang Ping, you really shouldn't have made that kind of request just now." Luo Xiaoyu hesitated for a while, but still spoke up softly.
Tang Ping raised a hand to stop her, smiling as he said, "Honey, what suits you is what's best. This might be the only chance I ever get, so of course I had to be honest.
"Besides, as long as I can prove my worth, I'm sure the great, generous, and kind Lord Babata won't hold it against me."
"All... right." Luo Xiaoyu nodded helplessly, then said, "Next, I'll apply to the family for a place to settle, book our tickets, and have the family provide suitable Universe Level slave guards. It'll take about three months to arrange all of that.
"You can stay at my place during that time, or go back to say goodbye to your friends and family, settle your affairs, and pack your things.
"As for breaking through to Planetary Rank, you should come to me for safety's sake. I can apply for a cultivation room reserved for the Luo Family. The Origin Force there is abundant, and powerful cultivators guard the place, so your training will be much more effective."
Tang Ping nodded. "No problem."
After finishing her instructions, Luo Xiaoyu vanished from the virtual world in an instant, evidently going to handle the arrangements. She seemed like an impatient person who liked to get things done quickly.
Tang Ping didn't dawdle. He immediately scanned the Wind-Thunder Secret Canon and saved it to his Smart Bracelet.
After that, Tang Ping promptly clicked the log-out button. A faint wave of dizziness washed over him as he withdrew from the virtual world.
The moment he took off the Virtual Reality Helmet, the light of the real world made him squint. It took him a while to open his eyes fully. So much had happened in the game today, all of it beyond his imagination. He felt mentally exhausted and needed a good rest to recover.
As a seasoned novel fan, Tang Ping understood one thing: when things were going well, it was crucial to stay calm and steady.
After all, villains died from talking too much, and showing off attracted lightning!
He glanced around and saw that his bargain-bin wife had already disappeared. Only a faint, lingering fragrance remained at the seat, as if to prove she'd been there.
After paying, he walked out of the room and stood at the entrance, looking up at this technologically advanced city.
The skyscrapers before him soared ten thousand meters into the sky, as if they would pierce the heavens. Their tops disappeared into the clouds, making it impossible to see their full height.
As far as he knew, most of the city's underground was taken up by factories filled with robots hard at work. They ran tirelessly, maintaining the city's supply of all kinds of goods. The residential districts began above the middle levels, where sunlight could reach.
On the road, a few lively students walked past, playfully teasing one another. A short distance away, several residents strolled leisurely through the streets. Looking up, he saw countless hovercars speeding through the air, guided by an intelligent system.
They resembled shooting stars in the night sky, glittering as they followed their designated routes in orderly fashion.
All over the buildings were countless ads. Some were holographic projections displaying all kinds of flashy effects in the air; others were enormous electronic screens scrolling through attention-grabbing content.
Things like Three-Year Apprentice Five-Year Planetary, <Perseverance Is the Secret to Success—[Zhongxia Education] Will Help You Climb the Heights of the Martial Path>, <Awaken Your Wisdom, Light Up the Future—Let Martial Arts Become the Beacon of Your Life—Thor Toddler Training Class>, and <Luo Family Civil Servant Crash Course, Guaranteed Pass for 300,000>.
The online influencers and celebrities in the ads were all formidable, at least possessing the legendary Planetary Rank strength. They could hover in midair and even destroy an entire city by themselves, yet now they were putting their faces and voices on display in ads for the sake of a few cultivation resources.
Tang Ping looked at the ads, the corners of his mouth curving up slightly.
This world really was interesting. The Luo Family was pretty great!
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