Chapter 157: You're Really Good at Exploiting Loopholes!

As soon as Kevin entered Aincrad, he realized his powers had been completely suppressed. It was a comprehensive suppression—his physical abilities had even reverted to those of a normal human.

It felt just like being back in high school. Feeling such a drastic change, Kevin was thoroughly shocked.

"It's been a while since I felt this weak."

Even when Su threw him into the Sea of Quanta, he hadn't felt this powerless.

Takumi's voice suddenly rang in Kevin's ear:

"Maybe re-leveling will do you some good." "Even though there may not be many enemies in my world, raising your strength a little can't hurt."

Hearing Takumi's voice, Kevin turned his head to look at him.

"You used the Herrscher Core of Binding here, didn't you? Otherwise, this wouldn't happen."

He noticed the moment he entered.

Takumi nodded.

"That's right. I did insert a Herrscher Core. This way, people can fully experience the feel of Floor 31."

Takumi grinned widely.

As long as someone wasn't stronger than him, they'd be suppressed here. Even if the Celestial Emperor came, the result would be the same.

"Not bad at all. You should have Pardo train here more."

Among the Thirteen Flame-Chasers, Pardo was the least combat-savvy. Well, Griseo too.

Takumi should bring Pardo over for some solid training.

"Let her do what she likes. No one really expects her to fight anyway."

Takumi clearly knew the kitty wasn't good at combat. If they had to rely on her in a real fight, things would be over already.

Kevin nodded and said nothing more.

Takumi casually chatted with him. Kevin was quite the dependable fighter.

Hmm... maybe he could seal Kevin into a teapot, and gift him via red envelope to people needing help? Then let him go fight battles for them?

Taking a few points in return wouldn't be unreasonable, right?

With that thought, Takumi felt like he'd come up with a great idea.

Combat specialists like Kevin should be deployed to other worlds to earn points!

Feeling quite pleased, Takumi made his decision.

After wandering around Aincrad for a while with Kevin, Takumi returned home.

Then, he began experimenting.

First, he fetched a spatial bracelet. Then, he stuffed a few harmless lifeforms into it.

After that, Takumi tagged Zhongli in the group chat.

Takumi: [Old man, time for an experiment.] [Zhongli's exclusive red packet.]

Zhongli, upon receiving Takumi's message, felt puzzled.

What was this about?

He accepted the red packet and looked at the spatial bracelet inside. He was a bit surprised.

Takumi: [See if the creatures inside are still alive.] [If they are, doesn't this mean we can use this method to transport people to other worlds?]

Takumi explained his idea to the old man.

Hearing this, Zhongli's eyes lit up.

Others in the group also realized the implication.

This might actually work!

Suoh Mikoto: [Sounds like a decent plan.] [If it works, nobody will buy those oversized teleportation charms anymore.]

Fujiwara Chika: [Good grief, trying every trick to exploit group privileges huh?]

Saten Ruiko: [!!!!] [You can actually do this?!] [Are we sure it's safe?]

Saten Ruiko, new to the group, was shocked by Takumi's tactics.

Was this even legal within the system?

Kato Megumi: [Takumi-kun is always good at finding bugs in the system.]

The group chat filled with lively discussion.

If this really worked, it could save tons of points when sending friends and family across worlds.

After reading Takumi's message, Zhongli's eyes lit up.

He checked immediately.

Opening the bracelet, he released several non-Teyvat creatures.

They were bouncing around energetically, showing no signs of discomfort.

After observing them for a while, Zhongli took a picture and posted it to the group.

Zhongli: [Image] [Seems like there's no problem.]

Takumi: [Looks like it worked!] [Let's try it on a person next?]

Takumi stroked his chin.

Those creatures were still lively. That meant there were no issues.

His plan had worked.

Zhongli: [I'll have Xiao try.]

Then Zhongli made the arrangements.

He also took this seriously.

If it worked, he could even send a few people ahead to start building Liyue Harbor over there.

Not a bad idea.

Thinking that, Zhongli acted right away.

He sent a telepathic message to Xiao.

At that moment, Xiao was watching a certain blonde girl at Guili Plains. He immediately vanished upon receiving the message.

Just in time to inform Zhongli about the Traveler's arrival.

With that thought, Xiao quickly appeared beside Zhongli.

"Lord Rex Lapis, the Traveler has arrived at Guili Plains."

As soon as he saw Zhongli, Xiao reported.

Hearing this, Zhongli nodded.

"I already know."

He'd been watching Liyue's development closely. He knew the moment Lumine and Paimon passed through the Stone Gate.

Xiao was momentarily surprised, then nodded.

Zhongli continued:

"Xiao." "Next, I want to conduct a test." "I will send you to Takumi's side." "Takumi already tested it with other beings." "But we don't know if it's safe for humans." "Are you willing to try?"

Though he planned to send Xiao, Zhongli made sure to explain.

Still, he was confident— If danger truly existed, The chat group system would surely warn them.

He trusted that.

Hearing Zhongli's words, Xiao paused, then nodded solemnly.

"I will follow your command, Lord Rex Lapis."

He had no objections. He trusted Zhongli completely.

Seeing this, Zhongli didn't hesitate. He picked up the spatial bracelet and said:

"Do not resist."

Then, he acted—sealing Xiao into the bracelet.

With that done, he sent the bracelet to Takumi.

No warning appeared when placing the item into the red packet.

That meant it was safe.

With that confirmation, Zhongli sent it.

Zhongli: [Takumi's exclusive red packet] [I put Xiao inside.] [Check if anything's wrong.]

Upon seeing Zhongli's message, Takumi quickly retrieved the bracelet.