Wasteland Development Diary

As they chatted, Qian Su smoothly transitioned into sales mode again.

"Mr. Zhou, would you like to buy some more 'Paralysis Darts'? They work great with the light-blocking device to capture live Light Na Species. Everyone who's used them loves them."

She took out a cloth-wrapped dart sample from her shoulder bag, explaining that it could cause paralysis, making it difficult for the target to move or exert force. However, it was only effective against creatures of D-grade or lower.

"And what about 'Light-Blocking Powder Puffs'? They can conceal the light-blocking device's glow, preventing it from being detected."

This looked like a large sponge full of pores, paired with a powder compact. Patting it would release a lot of white powder. Applying it to the light-blocking device's casing and chain lines could conceal its energy fluctuations and optical reactions.

"'Maintenance Paper' is also an indispensable item. Would you like to stock up? It's a consumable."

The girl took out a roll of oil paper, saying it could be used to wrap and seal various devices, protecting them from moisture and insects, and preventing rust and blunting. It was practically essential for weapon storage.

She had dropped used maintenance paper when she was testing new weapons in the dune area before.

...

None of these items were priced below 2 Light Seeds.

In comparison, the service prices offered by the farm machinery brothers were incredibly reasonable, practically half-selling, half-giving away. They were more interested in having a suitable environment to hone and utilize their skills.

Honestly, Zhou Yi was interested in many of Qian Su's items.

But a major battle was imminent.

The Dead Sea Knights' warships could appear on the sea at any moment, and Light Seeds could provide timely replenishment for Emerald City.

Zhou Yi remained unmoved. Qian Su didn't change her attitude at all, remaining as amiable and enthusiastic as ever, displaying excellent professionalism.

"Boss Qian is eloquent and not afraid of hard work. Your business will surely grow bigger and bigger."

"Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Zhou."

The girl adjusted her hat and wiped the sweat from her forehead and neck with a towel. "I'm just an insignificant little merchant, running around everywhere, earning a bit of hard-earned money. I go wherever the customers need me. That's just how the merchant profession is."

Zhou Yi glanced at the heavy truck used for transporting goods. "So, Boss Qian usually sleeps in the truck when you're on business trips?"

"Yes."

Qian Su pointed to the truck. "I forgot to introduce it. That's my partner, 'Mission'."

Under the [Alertness] ability, Zhou Yi saw a faint green halo emanating from the heavy truck, with a strength of at least C-grade. Its surface had obvious energy fluctuations, as if it was deploying some kind of skill.

With such a powerful partner accompanying her, Qian Su could indeed travel freely in this land.

"I usually sleep in Mission's carriage. I made a small compartment inside. I just doze off when I'm driving long distances."

"I have another batch of goods that needs to be delivered to the customer on time, so I'll take my leave now."

She came and went quickly.

The large truck turned around with the roar of its engine, its headlights casting two straight beams of light into the night, and drove away again.

...

As soon as Qian Su left, Zhou Yi directed the Samurai Crabs to immediately install the light-blocking devices.

With the addition of two light-blocking devices, three self-made charging piles began to simultaneously draw dead light from the Dead Sea, providing concentrated power to Emerald City.

He wanted to charge as much as possible before the enemy arrived.

Zhou Yi also announced a state of combat to his company employees, warning them not to leave the building.

This tense atmosphere lasted for two days and one night.

But the Dead Sea remained silent.

Zhou Yi even began to suspect if Qian Su had deliberately spread false information to sell her goods.

On the night of the second day, he awaited the return of the Kestrel.

The quadcopter drone's appearance hadn't changed much. A small black box had been added to the top, and the four cameras had become five. Its flight posture remained light and agile.

"Mission completed."

"The following are my hardware upgrades."

"Replaced the charger, increasing battery life by 25%. It can now be charged during the day by natural dead light irradiation, allowing for longer distance flight and search. This expenditure was 22 Light Seeds."

"Upgraded the image transmission processor, increasing the effective transmission distance of audio and video signals to 20 kilometers, and the accurate search coverage to a diameter of 5 kilometers. It can scan and obtain recorded basic data of the target, and can also produce relatively clear images at night. This expenditure was 12 Light Seeds."

"Installed a miniature Light Na Box, expenditure of 2 Light Seeds."

"In addition, a new set of signal transceivers was installed, opening the machine station service of Recursive City. The new installation and equipment fee is 25 Light Seeds, and the annual service fee is 50 Light Seeds, for a total of 75 Light Seeds."

"Physical examination and maintenance fee, 5 Light Seeds."

"Customized 1 translator and 12 transceivers, 45 Light Seeds."

"Purchased two sortable Light Na Boxes, 4 Light Seeds."

"Total expenditure for this trip is 165 Light Seeds."

Zhou Yi gave the Kestrel 166 Light Seeds. It basically used it all.

Whether it was improving battery life, upgrading transmission distance, night imaging, or installing its own Light Na Box, all were practical and essential needs.

Zhou Yi didn't quite understand this machine station service.

The Kestrel replied: "The machine station is an information transmission control protocol. It is an encrypted information channel, and Recursive City is one of the service providers. By opening this service, you can get the latest information from Recursive City at all times."

"For example, if an unknown Light Na Species is discovered, the information can be sent to Recursive City through the machine station, and feedback can be obtained from Recursive City's database, providing detailed information about the creature."

"My own database capacity is limited. Expanding on the existing basis is costly and will inevitably lead to increased weight and increased load on the machine. Based on our current environment, I believe it is necessary to open this service. This can access a large amount of data accumulated by Recursive City, which can be used as a basis for reference and decision-making."

"By opening the machine station service, you don't have to rush back and forth to Recursive City. You can check Recursive City's real-time prices, product lists, available personnel, and various news without leaving your home."

"This is a relatively expensive but very practical service."

Zhou Yi's eyes lit up as he listened. "Not bad, this is of great significance to us. Good job."

This was the large LAN operated by Recursive City.

Although the annual service fee was expensive, as a senior internet user, Zhou Yi was very clear about its value.

After installing the machine station, an icon shaped like a dictionary appeared on the remote control screen.

Zhou Yi clicked on it, and the screen entered a completely new page.

The top of the page had columns such as news, finance, technology, and health. There were no advertisements, giving it a sense of purity from the early days of the internet era.

Zhou Yi's mood was a bit complicated as he looked at it.

The information world created by the internet age was now being inherited and continued by machine lifeforms.

But most importantly.

In the wasteland era, I can surf the internet too!

Just as Zhou Yi was enjoying the clicking sensation of returning to the internet, the Kestrel suddenly issued a warning.

"A combat-type ship has been detected 10 kilometers away on the Dead Sea surface, due east."

"After verification against the Recursive City database, the target is the 'Hurdy-Gurdy', the 7th Fleet of the Dead Sea Knights. The warship is rated C, has a speed of 10-15 kilometers per hour, and is equipped with one C-grade main gun and two D-grade high-speed secondary guns."

"The Hurdy-Gurdy is heading straight towards Emerald City, and is expected to arrive within 1 hour."

"Database information shows that the Hurdy-Gurdy is very good at shelling land from the Dead Sea, often performing such combat missions, and is likely to launch an artillery attack on us."

Zhou Yi was furious.

I waited for you for so long and you didn't come, and you make me log off as soon as I get online.

Are you deliberately picking a fight?

Okay, okay.

Once you're here, don't even think about leaving!