Choosing One of Two

Zhang Manqian misses Zhang Xuezhou a little.

She is currently facing a difficult choice between two options.

If Zhang Xuezhou were in the research institute, Zhang Manqian felt that Zhang Xuezhou would definitely not make the choices of an adult, but would choose to have it all like a child.

However, there is only one beast belt, and the Zuo Household brothers are arguing over who gets to use it first. Zhang Manqian is not Zhang Xuezhou; she can only choose one of them.

Zuo Denggao's blood serum resources are of high quality, while Zuo Teng's blood serum resources are scarce, and the other party has even added ferocious beast products.

This choice was very difficult for Zhang Manqian.

In terms of value, Zuo Teng has an absolute advantage, but in terms of actual usage needs, Zhang Manqian thinks Zuo Denggao's blood serum is better.

The craze for using the ferocious beast belt had passed, and Zhang Manqian never expected to receive such a gullible customer, especially since the gullible customer was the shrewd Zuo Household brothers.

"This is truly a difficult choice," Zhang Manqian said. "Don't think I'm holding out for a higher price; it's just that I'm finding it hard to distinguish right from wrong now!"

"I have the goods in stock. I'll exchange them for your use of the Beast Belt," Zuo Teng shouted.

Zuo Jin and Zuo Quan haven't entered the Fourth Sequence in over ten years, so it's even less likely that they have a strong desire for the Sixth Sequence.

The struggle for control of the Zuo Household was ultimately abruptly halted by several members of the committee, who also set a ten-year deadline after negotiations.

If the Zuo Household does not produce Sixth Sequence individual within ten years, the Zuo Household will have to quickly fade out of Western Capital City, handing over responsibilities where necessary and splitting off as needed.

Whoever becomes the Sixth Sequence individual first will also gain complete control of the Zuo Household.

In this situation, not only were Zuo Jin and Zuo Quan each putting up a fight, but Zuo Lianguang of the old mansion also had to join in, allowing these two third-generation members to reasonably use Lineage resources under the premise of normal competition.

Whoever takes the lead can access the resources at the corresponding sequence level.

This is also why Zuo Teng and Zuo Denggao had to quickly advance the sequence hierarchy.

Currently, there is only one factor influencing the sequence of the two individuals.

This involves the Beast Belt from the North Jehol B13 Research Institute.

Given the vast time span, it's not surprising that Zuo Jin and others knew about the beast belt, even though Song Fengying had used it. This was a secret that Zuo Teng couldn't hide no matter what he tried.

"Mine is also in stock, and it even has lab label records to ensure the authenticity and effectiveness of the blood sample," Zuo Denggao shouted. "I might not be able to break into the Third Sequence in one go, so I'll definitely need it a second time. Then we can continue trading!"

"I also possess unique artifacts made from ferocious beasts!"

Zuo Teng was furious about Zuo Denggao's simultaneous competition.

If it weren't for the strong support from his Lineage, Zuo Teng would find this kind of malicious price gouging idiotic.

The real turning point for the two in utilizing their Lineage resources was at the Fourth Sequence, but Zuo Teng had to push for it earlier, since reaching the Sixth Sequence within ten years was indeed too difficult, and he even had the problem of weak genes, which would take a considerable amount of time to deal with.

For Zuo Teng, every minute and every second counts.

Zuo Teng is willing to pay as long as the use of leverage is within reasonable limits.

Rather than saying he was competing with Zuo Denggao for resources, it would be more accurate to say that Zuo Teng was saving time to enter the Sixth Sequence.

"It's not exactly unique," Zhang Manqian said with a headache. "Ning Que gave Xuezhou a feather half a month ago, but we don't really need any feathers!"

"So that beast artifact was just a feather, hahaha, and now that's what people are after!" Zuo Denggao laughed. "You treat it like a treasure, but nobody even cares about it!"

Zhang Manqian's reply sent a chill down Zuo Teng's spine.

To be honest, neither of the Zuo Household brothers had a good impression of Zhang Manqian. It was only through constant social interaction that Zuo Teng was able to reduce Zhang Manqian's dislike for him.

In this situation, Zhang Manqian would undoubtedly refer to their values without being influenced by personal feelings.

Upon hearing Zhang Manqian's words, Zuo Teng felt that Zhang Manqian had already made her choice.

"Where's Zhang Xuezhou?" Zuo Teng asked anxiously, "He wouldn't mind having one more, would he? After all, mine is also a valuable treasure from a ferocious beast!"

"My brother went to Qinmeng," Zhang Manqian said. "If he were here, things would be much easier to resolve. After all, my current choices don't favor you!"

"Teng, then I'll take the lead!"

"Damn it!"

Zuo Teng cursed loudly, the sound of a heavy blow coming from the microphone, almost startling Zhang Manqian and the others.

"Don't hit me! I'm using a belt. Since you're in such a hurry, I'll take it off now," Zhu Kuang said.

"We can wait in line, we're not in a hurry," Song Sijia, who was in debt, nodded repeatedly.

"He wouldn't dare hit me," Zuo Denggao said smugly. "If he hits me, he'll be breaking the family rules, and then he'll be stripped of everything!"

"I hit the air, not a person!"

Zuo Teng replied in a muffled voice.

Zuo Teng was clearly disheartened that Zuo Denggao had gotten there first.

Both he and Zuo Denggao obtained resources from their Lineage. Zuo Teng chose a blood serum that suited him, and Zuo Denggao did the same. Both of them also had the full support of Zuo Jin and Zuo Quan behind them.

The problem is that Zuo Teng's hierarchy is higher, which means Zuo Denggao can relinquish more resources than Zuo Teng.

In order to defeat Zuo Teng and catch up with Zuo Teng's ranking, Zuo Denggao clearly placed a heavy bet.

If Zhang Manqian isn't stupid, she must know that five portions of the high-grade velociraptor blood serum are far more valuable than two portions of the mid-grade saber tiger blood serum and three portions of the crane blood serum.

Zuo Teng punched the air, then couldn't help but let out a cold laugh at Zuo Denggao.

"Then you can keep chasing me. Let's see if you can even catch my dust," Zuo Teng said fiercely. "Even if you use the Beast Belt, my progress won't be slower..."

"Hey, Zuo Teng, do you want to fight?"

Zuo Teng made some harsh remarks to Zuo Denggao and also prepared to reserve the right to use the belt with Zhang Manqian before returning to the Zuo Household training base.

Before he could finish speaking, he heard an invitation from Zhang Manqian.

"What do you mean you want to fight? I'm a peaceful person, peaceful people don't fight," Zuo Teng said indignantly.

"Zuo Denggao delivered so many doses of blood serum, I don't even need the belt while queuing. How about we have a little sparring session?" Zhang Manqian invited. "Warming up to promote blood serum absorption is much better than hitting a wooden dummy!"

Thank you!

After a few seconds of silence, Zuo Teng calmed himself down and agreed.

Zhang Manqian has a need for sparring partners, and Zuo Teng also has this need.

In Western Capital City, there are not many opponents who match the two of them.

Thinking of Zhang Manqian, who had already entered the Second Sequence, Zuo Teng felt he would inevitably be beaten to a pulp again.

But this is definitely better than him practicing alone in silence.

He thanked Zhang Manqian, then gave Zuo Denggao a cold laugh before striding through the open door.

"Cut!"

Zuo Denggao responded with a disdainful snort.

People are driven by self-interest. As long as the benefits offered are substantial, even the worst relationships can be eased, or even lead to cooperation. This is a principle that all adults understand.

Having confirmed that Zhang Manqian had accepted the deal, Zuo Denggao strode into the research institute.