Chapter 25: The Enhanced Life Simulator 2.0 Version
The upgrades of the Life Simulator 2.0 revealed an array of enhanced functionalities to Su Xing.
The increase in the number of rewards instantly doubled Su Xing's simulation efficiency, aligning perfectly with his goals.
As for the immersive simulation feature, Su Xing was eager to experience it, yet the exorbitant upgrade cost of five hundred thousand energy left him irked.
"Are you eyeing my amassed points? It took me considerable effort to gather sixty thousand, and you demand fifty thousand just like that?"
Despite his frustration, Su Xing recognized the necessity of upgrading the simulator.
Thus, he expended the considerable sum of five hundred thousand energy to elevate the Life Simulator to its 2.0 version.
Additionally, he spent 110,000 energy to bring forth the Basic Level Flame of Separation Technique and the green talent, Perseverance.
The prompt displayed: [Ding, you have chosen to bring forth the green talent "Perseverance," with remaining energy of 111,680 points.] [Ding, you have chosen to bring forth the understanding of the Basic Level Flame of Separation Technique, with remaining energy of 11,680 points.]
Su Xing meticulously assessed his acquired abilities. While the effects of the Perseverance talent were yet to manifest, the Basic Level Flame of Separation Technique significantly impacted him.
Extending his palm, Su Xing summoned a three-inch scarlet flame that, despite its size, bore a remarkable appearance.
Approaching the flame cautiously with his other hand, he felt no searing sensation.
Placing a white-quality equipment piece upon the flame, he witnessed its rapid liquefaction within moments, leaving only ashes.
This astonishing revelation surprised Su Xing, considering that although white-quality equipment was rudimentary, its durability surpassed even that of steel.
The ability of the Flame of Separation to effortlessly liquefy such equipment posed a fatal threat to ordinary silver-tier professionals.
"With this Flame of Separation Technique, I possess a means of offense against adversaries…"
Su Xing's thoughts raced as he attempted to distance the flame from himself, realizing it could extend up to fifteen meters away, signifying his newfound long-range attack capability.
Simultaneously, Su Xing noticed a rapid depletion of his vitality and spiritual power while controlling the flame, consuming half of his mana within approximately ten minutes.
"It appears the consumption of this Flame of Separation Technique is substantial, suitable for critical situations only."
Lost in contemplation, Su Xing pondered, "Now that I have the Flame of Separation Technique, bringing forth the insights into the Flame-Based Alchemy during the next simulation will enable me to immediately craft the Pigu Pill and a simplified version of the Beauty-Retaining Pill."
"These two types of elixirs will undoubtedly have a market, especially the Beauty-Retaining Pill. Selling one might fetch hundreds of thousands of Daxia coins…"
"However, the issue lies in the necessity of at least a hundred thousand energy for the next simulation, while my current count stands at a mere ten thousand."
Pursing his lips, Su Xing retrieved his phone to contact Jin Congxue.
"Congxue, are you available? I intend to sell you twenty kilograms of spirit rice…"
Jin Congxue promptly replied:
"Okay, seems like you're short on cash, huh? Send me your account number; I'll wire you the money. I'll be heading to the capital in a while, just pass it to me then."
Su Xing forwarded his bank details and swiftly received a 20 million transfer.
Observing the surplus digits in his bank account, Su Xing chuckled softly, shaking his head, "Truly, encountering a benefactor!"
The clues leading Su Xing into the path of cultivation were divulged by Jin Congxue. Her loan had indeed saved him a significant amount of time spent accumulating energy.
Upon receiving the money, Su Xing proceeded to Jin's commercial establishment in Kyoto and purchased over 20,000 white-quality equipment pieces. Thanks to the VIP membership granted by Jin, he acquired them at the minimal rate of 900 each, saving a substantial sum.
Subsequently, Su Xing converted all 20,000 pieces of equipment into energy, boosting his simulator's energy to 120,000 points.
Surveying the simulator's increased energy reserve, Su Xing felt a semblance of relief.
"In the end, the shortfall is in energy! I'll have to continue boosting it."
Previously, Su Xing had gathered all the students who availed themselves of his power-leveling service into a group chat, and now, over a hundred people comprised the group.
He posted a message in the chat:
"At 4 PM today, five power-leveling sessions are available, accommodating up to five individuals per session. We're targeting the Silver-tier dungeon, the Crimson Blood Ant Nest. Each spot costs twenty thousand. Hurry and sign up if interested…"
Shortly after Su Xing's message, several students enrolled. Most of them ranged between Bronze levels 10 to 20, and the experience gained from the Silver-tier dungeon was substantial, boosting their levels significantly in just one run.
Given Su Xing's current strength, he could clear the Silver-tier dungeon solo within an hour.
At day's end, Su Xing had amassed a minimum of six to seven hundred thousand. His power-leveling efficiency had drastically increased compared to before.
A week passed swiftly.
Su Xing converted the five million Daxia coins earned from power-leveling into white-quality equipment and obtained nearly thirty thousand energy points.
Combined with his earlier energy acquisition, Su Xing's energy reserves now surpassed 150,000 points!
On December 10th, when the simulator's cooldown reset, Su Xing promptly initiated another simulation.
"Commence simulation!"
[Consuming 1,400 energy points, remaining energy 150,200 points, no remaining simulation attempts.]
[Simulation initiated!]
[Drawing a green talent costs 100 energy points, drawing a blue talent costs 1,000 energy points. Would you like to draw?]
"Draw the green talent!"
Without hesitation, Su Xing opted for the green talent draw, considering the insignificant cost of 1,000 energy at present. Acquiring a high-quality green talent would be a significant gain.
[Ding, Congratulations! You have obtained the green talent "Good Fortune, Good Fortune!"]
[Good Fortune, Good Fortune!]: A green talent that bestows you with notably enhanced luck, often finding money on the street, and even with a ten-dollar scratch card, you're likely to win at least twenty dollars.
Upon seeing this talent, Su Xing's eyes gleamed.
A talent centered on luck was undeniably essential for a transmigrator! Its assistance would prove significant, both in the simulation and the real world.
Continuing to read the simulation:
"Inside the dormitory, you realize you are within the simulation, and your current task is to accumulate sufficient alchemical experience."
"Without hesitation, and with no one around, you enter the Spiritual Field."
"Surprisingly, among the several hundred chickens enclosed within the Spiritual Field, seven or eight survived, showing potential to become Spiritual Chickens after your evaluation."
"A thought struck you, understanding that this might be the influence of the 'Good Fortune, Good Fortune!' talent."
(End of Chapter)