476. Preparations

It must be said that the Xia Country in this world is a society based on personal connections.

If an individual cannot achieve extraordinary success, they must actively engage with the system, or at the very least, cultivate a vast network of relationships that can be used in crucial moments.

At least, Sulu felt he had benefited.

Since business took off, the microloan company hasn't bothered them at all.

That wasn't because he was afraid of being beaten, but because he was suppressed by some force.

Sulu himself certainly didn't have those kinds of social connections, so it's safe to say that it was one of his customers who did it.

"You think I'm funny? Heh..."

Sulu calmly closed the shop door.

Now, only he knows what earth-shattering changes will occur in the future.

The old networks of relationships, the society based on personal connections... everything will be severely impacted.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it was a complete upheaval.

Therefore, any attempts to show goodwill or test the waters can be ignored.

After cleaning, Sulu skillfully pulled out her phone and started placing an order.

The greatest advantage of modern society is the convenience of information; as long as you have money, you can buy most services.

For example... a sparring partner who gets beaten up!

"Seeking professional sparring partners. Requirements: hardworking, able to endure physical punishment! Salary negotiable!"

He spent most of his daytime hours and the income from his shop on spending money to beat people up.

More importantly, when Sulu hits people, it's always with the intention of harming their true spirits. Not only does it hurt at the time, but it also leaves them feeling depressed and miserable for a while afterward.

Although no one was injured, many sparring partners quit after a while.

Sulu was happy with this arrangement, since he could only collect experience points twice per person, no more than that unless he killed someone.

"While I'm still an ordinary person, and ordinary people can still give me experience, I'll accumulate a batch first, and when the Spirit Tide recovers, I'll immediately soar into the sky."

As time went by, Sulu felt more and more that that moment was very close!

Tonight, as usual, he sat in meditation, sensing the world around him.

This is a daily routine, but I gain nothing from it.

But tonight seems a little different.

Knock knock!

Knock knock!

Sulu could hear his own heart pounding.

He felt a slight sense of suffocation, and a series of hallucinations appeared before his eyes.

It was darkness, terror, and clamor!

It was as if he were in the dark ocean, enduring unparalleled pressure from all around, a sense of oppression and terror crashing against his heart in waves.

There's a way!

Sulu was secretly delighted and gritted his teeth.

Wave!

It was as if an invisible gap had been torn open in the void, and a strong feeling of falling came over me.

He was suddenly dropped from the seabed into some unknown space.

A thick, indistinct fog of an indescribable color spread and churned all around.

Sulu floated forward and suddenly saw the silhouette of a giant.

He lay there flat, much taller than Sulu, and his body surface seemed to be covered with countless mysterious runes, yet they were very blurry.

It was a feeling that couldn't be described.

It's so heartbreaking to be able to see it but not write it down, to know its meaning but be unable to express it.

"Looking at your own 'corpse' is quite a peculiar feeling..."

Sulu suddenly understood. "Is this... the core of the world? And Bai Jing's strength is far too insignificant, so insignificant that even a single glance at a giant would drive him insane or even cause his death."

"And this indescribable and unknowable rule is the world's protection of the indigenous people? This wasn't something that existed from the beginning, but rather a completely new set of world rules that emerged after this period of 'analysis' and 'integration'?"

"Why do I have this feeling that I added 'K' to my name? Have I turned into Evil God?"

"However... the world has already changed because of this, that's for sure!"

Sulu was very excited.

At that moment, a message was transmitted directly to his mind through the connection between his physical body and his inner self.

The general meaning is:

The foundation for the world's extraordinary system has been laid! The Spirit Tide tide will arrive in ten days!

Inside the restaurant.

Sulu opened his eyes, a hint of joy appearing on his face. "It's about to begin!"

Li Weiwei felt that Bai Jing Restaurant had changed a bit in the past few days.

The owner has become even lazier, barely opening for business even at night; he's practically throwing money away.

She studied accounting, and her professional habit led her to calculate her boss's income. She immediately felt a pang of resentment, almost wanting to grab Bai Jing by the ear and yell, "Look at how much money you've made, and how much you've wasted!"

Unfortunately, this is just wishful thinking.

After eating so many meals, the other party hadn't even asked her name, clearly indicating they had no intention of making her the boss's wife.

I have to say, Bai Jing actually looks quite good after tidying herself up... Ugh, what am I thinking?

Her mind was racing as she walked into the restaurant.

She didn't get home until after 8 p. m. today because she had to work overtime, but luckily she made it in time for dinner.

There weren't many customers at this time. Li Weiwei glanced around and saw the notice posted. "Closed from tomorrow, reopening time to be determined!"

"Pending?"

She was completely flustered and said to Sulu, who was bringing the dishes to the table, "Boss... how could you do this?"

"I'm sorry... I have something to do, something very important."

Sulu's answer lacked sincerity, and even Li Weiwei could detect the perfunctoriness in it.

"I wonder what important matter it is?"

Cheng Feng, a young man sitting to the side, asked. He was the major shareholder of the New Moon Fight Club and was staring at Sulu with great interest.

"Getting ready for a spontaneous trip!"

Sulu replied truthfully, "Oh, my hiking package has arrived."

He ran outside to pick up a package containing his ordered mountaineering gear and outdoor supplies.

"Oh? You're really going to become a backpacker?"

Li Weiwei eyes, glanced at the shipping information and screamed.

"Yes, this country is so beautiful; we should travel more while we're young..."

Actually, it's because the Spirit Tide has revived, causing quite a stir.

Humans are the most intelligent of all beings, the only Wisdom species on Blue Star, but the flora and fauna of the wild should not be underestimated.

Logically speaking, the probability of awakening in big cities and the wild is about the same, but Sulu can't possibly obtain extraordinary materials from other people, can he?

Therefore, it is still necessary to go into the wild to accumulate enough capital for the future.

There's no need to tell the diners about that.

"Traveling... Little Brother Bai, where would you like to go?"

Sister Hong asked with a smile.

"The nearest place Heavenly Spirit Mountain Wildlife Nature Reserve... I'm planning to go alone and collect ingredients while I'm there."

The second half of the sentence is the key point.

"What a pity... but I never had time anyway."

Sister Hong covered her lips, laughing like a fox.

"Then, everyone, take care."

As he closed the door to see the guests off, Sulu said something solemnly.

The Spirit Tide has revived, the world has changed drastically, and everyone's future is shrouded in uncertainty.

These people have been supporting his wallet for so long, they deserve a word of blessing.