The sudden sound from the shadow startled Fang Chang, and he almost took out his gun. 3
If you look closely, it's the puppet in the window that's talking.
It has an ordinary face, its eyes are two red stones, and its mouth is perfunctorily attached to two pieces of wood, like an aged puppet, hiding in a dark and damp corner. 2
Dolly, who was standing nearby, let out a sigh and joked.
"You're not the first person to be scared."
Fang Chang took his hand out of his pocket and said with a speechless expression.
"...Hasn't the owner of this clinic considered that putting up such a sign will scare away his customers..." 3
"Normally, his guests don't mind this little scare..."
Patting his shoulder, Dolly walked in front and said, "Follow me."
This inconspicuous alley is located on the edge of District
The exhaust gas from the factory makes the air here smell bad. Most of the people living here are nearby workers, or some poor people who do simple work for nearby factories. 2
Following the girl's footsteps, Fang Chang walked into the clinic hidden in a dark alley.1
Maybe because it was daytime, there was not much business here and it looked very deserted.
Dolly took him straight through the narrow registration hall and came to the room hidden deep in the corridor. 1
There was an oil-stained curtain hanging at the door of the room, and the smell of machine oil was obviously not something that a clinic should have.
Fang Chang's expression was a little weird.
"...I thought these uncirculated products on the market would be hidden in more secret places."
"Isn't this secret enough?" 1
Dolly asked casually, then reached out and opened the door curtain.
Just as Fang Chang guessed, the so-called "black market" is here.
What he didn't expect was that items that were not sold in ordinary stores were so blatantly displayed on the shelves, and lined up in a whole row.
There are various types of these prosthetics, ranging from inferior products carved from wood to bionic parts that are almost the same as the real ones.2
Fang Chang even saw a life-size doll that was almost exactly the same as a real person in a standing cabinet in the corner. 19
Empty eyes seem to be able to suck away the soul, if there really is such a thing in this world. 3
This thing should be an android.
Fang Chang stepped forward and was about to take a closer look. However, as soon as he glanced at the price on the label, he gave up the idea of buying one and going back to study it. 6
50,000 chips...5
It’s equivalent to a heavy cavalry exoskeleton! 1
He is crazy to spend such a huge amount of money on something that has no apparent use. 8
"If you want to find a bed partner, I heard that clones are more cost-effective." Dolly crossed her arms and whistled, saying in a joking tone. 5
"...I haven't thought about it this way. Could your expression be more subtle?" 8
Fang Chang looked away from the transparent cabinet and looked at the shelves directly opposite.
The prices here are obviously much more reasonable, the most expensive ones are just over 6,000, and the cheaper ones are mostly around 3 digits.
He found that the more sophisticated the small parts, the more expensive they were. For example, most electronic eyes cost more than 5,000, while mechanical arms and legs were relatively much cheaper. 1
Just then, he noticed a strange shelf.
Unlike the products on other shelves, the life-saving prosthetics placed here look wrong no matter how you look at them. 1
For example, the end of one of the arms is connected not with fingers, but with a barrel that can fit into a whole fist. Combined with the mechanical parts next to it, it looks like a self-loading hand cannon. 10
Fang Chang seriously doubted that if he really put this thing on and fired a shot, whether he could hit someone or not, his shoulder blade would definitely be damaged.
Maybe there are other matching parts?
In addition, there are arms equipped with foldable mantis knives and prosthetic legs connected to jet thrusters. 8
Whether in terms of shape or function, these things do not look like they are prepared for ordinary people.
They are born to serve on the battlefield.
Fang Chang couldn't help but have a hint of curiosity in his eyes, and blurted out a question.
“Where did this equipment come from?”
Before Dolly could answer, a strange voice suddenly came from the side.
"There are many ways, some are picked up, some are accidentally lost inventory, most of the goods are processed, as long as you are not too high-profile, there will be no problem... As for where they come from, I advise you
It’s better not to delve too deeply into this.” 6
Fang Chang looked in the direction of the sound and saw a balding middle-aged man standing next to the door curtain. 2
He was wearing a blue-green gown, with a pair of scissors hanging on his pocket, stained with incompletely dried blood. He looked like he had just come out of the operating room. 2
"...Are you Gracie?" Fang Chang looked at him and asked.
The middle-aged man nodded and looked at him with interest.2
"Yes, what about you? What do you call me?"
"Square and long."
"Fang Chang... a strange name," Gracie stared at him for a while, then suddenly a hint of surprise appeared in her eyes, and she said, "Are you a resident of the shelter?"
Fang Chang didn't hide it.
"Is there a problem?"
Dolly, who was standing aside with her arms folded, coughed and interjected in Fang Chang's stead. 3
"...Don't you think it's rude to ask about your guests' origins?"
"Sorry, I'm too talkative..."
Gracie chuckled, her eyes turned back and forth on Dolly and Fang Chang twice, and ended the previous topic without leaving a trace.2
"Getting back to the subject, what kind of bionic organ do you want? I don't think you are a person missing arms or legs... Do you want to make yourself bigger? Or stronger?" 16
"I'm more interested in power," Fang Chang glanced at the shelves at hand, "like these." 2
There was a hint of surprise in Gracie's eyes, and her tone couldn't help but be a little excited.
"Oh? These? It seems that you are knowledgeable. These are all good things."
"Can you introduce it to me?" Fang Chang said.1
Gracie said with a smile.
"Introduction? Their functions are all written on their faces. Do you need me to introduce them? The mercenary groups sponsored by Jushi Military Industry use these guys. It only takes one surgical operation to make a hand without the ability to bind a chicken.
A rookie with great strength has a combat effectiveness comparable to that of a veteran who has experienced hundreds of battles.”
"There is no need to worry about their power. The fact that they are placed here is the best proof of their value." 4
A mercenary group sponsored by Jushi Military Industry?
There was a hint of surprise in Fang Chang's eyes, and he couldn't help but asked curiously.
"Is this kind of equipment common among mercenary groups sponsored by Jushi Military Industry?"
Gracie: "It's not bad. The wealthy Lord Ibers has never been stingy in investing in this area. Compared with dragon blood, bionic prosthetics can enhance combat effectiveness much more directly. A jet propulsion system, coupled with
With a mantis knife and a 30mm hand cannon, even the death claws will have to go around you... Of course, this is theoretically, I don't mind if you have to treat a guy with a bad temper as your opponent." 15
Theoretically it's okay.
Fang Chang thought, except for Jun Jun and the guy who drew the plasma knife, there are probably not many people who are interested in close-range melee combat. 7
So far, there is no "absolutely reliable" shield in this game that can effectively resist damage from flying props. 4
No matter how great your fighting skills are, they can't be as direct as a 20mm high-explosive round.2
Fang Chang: "...are these all eliminated from the battlefield?"
"Usually, this is the case. Occasionally, equipment is updated, but this is rare. After all, it is not cheap." 4
As she spoke, Gracie suddenly raised her eyebrows and looked at Fang Chang with a hint of doubt in her eyes.
"Hey, are you here to buy something, or are you here to inquire about something?"
Fang Chang didn't answer the question, he just glanced at the shelves in front of him and pointed.
"I want everything on this." 14
The air in the room became quiet for a moment.
Dolly looked at Fang Chang with her mouth open.
"Are you crazy?! Buy so many...do you know how many chips it costs?"
Get an i-core and you can create two androids.
Maybe there are more!
Gracie was the same, the shocked expression on her face was even more exaggerated than Dolly's.
"27 pieces of equipment, a total of 56,671 chips... I don't do credit here." 11
"I don't plan to pay on credit," Fang Chang took out a card and shook it slightly, "Can I swipe the card?" 1
"Or... I have to go to the bank to take out the chips first?"
…
Of course it is impossible to swipe a card.
After all, there was something wrong with the products sold here. Fang Chang first went to the bank to withdraw money, and then returned to the clinic.
As the first player to explore the map of Boulder City, he and his good brothers have been doing business in Boulder City a long time ago.
Earlier, the equipment for burning bricks and cement in Niuma Brick Factory was imported from here.
Fang Chang still remembers that the earliest article on the forum about running a business in Boulder City was written by him. 2
Among them, the most profitable one is undoubtedly the spirit leaf, followed by the blue mushroom and so on.
In addition to these high-priced products, there are also some varieties that offer small profits but quick turnover.
For example, if you buy a box of Nuka-Cola and sell it to Boulder City, you can make a profit of 0.5 chips per bottle.
Although the public cannot afford this drink, as a substitute for alcoholic beverages, this cheap drink that can bring a short-term sense of happiness is quite popular among mercenaries.
Later, the method of drinking cola mixed with alcohol was brought back to Boulder City by mercenaries from the tavern in Dawn City, which caused the sales of Nuka-Cola to reach a peak.10
Others may be short of chips, but this problem does not exist for the Cow Horse Team.
At present, their account in Boulder City has a chip reserve of about 100,000.8
This money has nothing to do with the brick factory business, it is mainly earned through the business system.
Fang Chang and Lao Bai communicated and quickly reached an agreement on purchasing bionic equipment.
I don’t care whether it works well or not. I’ll buy a batch first and take a look at it.
Even if you don't use it in the end, you can sell it to other players or donate it to a scientific expedition team in exchange for contribution points.
There will definitely be people interested in these things.
"...It turns out that a chip with a face value of 10,000 looks like this." 4
Looking at the chip with a crown pattern printed on the edge, Dolly whispered.
Those eyes were full of surprise, and what happened before her eyes was beyond her knowledge.
She originally just thought that this guy just had a little money, was a little generous, and was not very smart, so he spent so much on her, but she didn't expect that he quietly spent such an astronomical sum.
.9
Dolly suddenly realized that she couldn't understand the guy in front of her. 3
Who on earth can take out such a large sum of chips casually...
Unlike Dolly, who was already stupid, Gracie seemed to be a different person after seeing this huge sum of money. Not only did her eyes become hot, but she also became much more enthusiastic. 3
Therefore, the administrator specially granted him the hidden occupation of "Boulder City Black Market Purchaser". 4
This profession has no level settings and does not occupy career slots. It can only be triggered through hidden tasks. It has the "franchise right" to import bionic prosthetics from Boulder City and sell them in Dawn City.5
Such a harvest has exceeded Fang Chang's expectations.
Although the p in front of him was not worth licking with the same enthusiasm as licking the manager, he still couldn't help but say thank you. 8
"……You're welcome."
Looking at the green chip in her hand, Dolly did not refuse and silently put it away.
After a long while, she whispered.
"We will meet again...right?" 16
"Of course, I still have many things I plan to ask you." Fang Chang said with a smile.
Although he also thought about persuading this guy to live in the northern suburbs, after thinking about it, it would be good to have an "informant" who is familiar with the local situation. 2
There are still many things he doesn't know about Boulder City and needs to be explored.
"Well...it's agreed! You have to take care of yourself." A happy smile appeared on Dolly's face, and her short green hair came alive in the sunset. 19
"The same goes for you, take care."
It’s nice to have a p friend.17
Watching the petite figure disappear at the door of the apartment building, Fang Chang smiled and waved his hand, turned and walked towards the other end of the street.14
…
At the same time, the East District of Qingquan City.
At the entrance of the subway station, which was covered with moss and vines, an unfamiliar shout suddenly sounded, which frightened the squirrels on the tree nearby. One of them lost his balance and fell to the ground, squeaking angrily. 4
However, the man ignored it and continued to act foolishly.
"Holy shit, shit, shit!"
This tree!
Guli
This light!
And the oncoming wind! 3
It’s so awesome!
Staring blankly at the midsummer forest in front of him, Lin Shengyu looked around in stunned silence. 4
He looks like a fool who has just been discharged from the hospital.1
And it’s the kind of person who gives up on treatment.
As for why he is here, we have to start with a sunny afternoon.
Since the boss was having a meeting outside and had not decided on a new research direction, he had no work to do as a scientific research bricklayer, so he went to search for some games on the Internet, and happened to learn about the urban legend of "Wasteland 1". 8
In fact, it is said to be an urban legend, and many people know about it. However, I don’t know whether it is due to official restrictions on the number of users or for some other reason. It is rare to see relevant reports and public discussions on other platforms.
Out of curiosity, he took 20 precious minutes of his life to carefully fill out the appointment form.10
Nothing happened at first. He thought about it for a long time and couldn't figure it out, so he forgot about it.
However, not long after, when he came home from get off work at the research institute one day, he picked up the mysterious package containing the helmet at his door. 2
His mood at that time could not be described in words.
Especially when he puts on the helmet, the mysterious countdown that can be seen even with his eyes closed almost subverts his worldview and cognition. 3
However, all the surprises and shocks are too pale and insignificant at this moment. 1
He is standing in a completely imaginary world!
With his feet!
Just as Lin Shengyu was making a fuss and looking around, other players around him were also looking at him curiously.
"Is this the European Emperor?"
"You look so stupid." 4
"Let's go, my curiosity is satisfied, I'll get up soon." 2
At this time, a player with a rifle in his left hand and a dead monkey in his right hand walked forward and talked to him. 7
"Brother, why are you alone?"
Lin Shengyu: "...alone?"
Irena asked curiously.
"Yes, aren't there two European emperors?" 5
Lin Shengyu was confused and felt that he couldn't follow the topic at all.1
"Emperor Europe?"
Irena stared at him with a strange face for a while.1
"Don't you usually go to the forum?"
If you don’t go to the forum to brag about your RPGs, half the fun is missing.
There are 24 hours a day, and he wants to spend 12 hours in the game and 12 hours making fun on the forum. 4
"Forum? How old is this? Who still plays with that stuff?" Lin Shengyu couldn't laugh or cry. 2
Irena scratched her head and said.
"Okay...what's your ID? Add me as a friend."
"Cack!" 17
"Grrrr? Your name is quite unique," Irena was stunned for a moment. 4
"Ahem... Take it casually, take it casually, don't take it seriously." Lin Shengyu smiled shyly.
In fact, he originally wanted to call him Gugu Chicken, but his ID had already been registered, so he changed his name to this.9
I heard that this game mainly relies on voice communication.
He felt embarrassed when he thought that everyone would call him brother and praise him for being older in the future. 26
"By the way, brother...how to play this game?"
Irena scratched her head.
"You can play whatever you want, hunting, fishing, moving bricks or even playing with mud... as long as it doesn't break the rules. But you are a novice, I suggest you take on a mission that has been handed down from generation to generation first, and find someone to help you get familiar with it.
How to play, get v by the way."
As we all know, v is the core of this game. Without v, many things cannot be done at all.
There is a full-time novice guide in the shelter, who used to be the manager himself, but is now an officer of the New Alliance Guard.
Through the v of that p, you can trigger the task of passing on the fire to find high-level thighs.
Or you can directly find players who like it on the spot to trigger it.
The server environment of "Wasteland L" has always been good, and everyone is a good person.
Especially for newcomers, it is quite friendly! 2
Lin Shengyu said with a smile.
"It's a mission to pass on the fire from generation to generation. I took that one. My master seemed to be saying "w is there really a mosquito?" He said he would come here tomorrow to pick me up and take me to the main city, and told me to stay here and not move around." 19
As soon as she heard the ID, Irena was instantly shocked.
"What the hell, mosquito?!" 8
"Uh, what's wrong?"
"It's nothing..." Irena glanced at this dear friend sympathetically and mourned for him in her heart for two seconds.
It's not a good choice, but I chose this cheater.
Although the equipment produced by Goblin Technology has a fair reputation, working for Goblin Technology is another story. 2
Many people have experienced rebirth and imprisonment first before they have had time to experience the full content of the game.10
Out of sympathy, Irena paused and said.
"If you plan to go to the main city, why not come with me? I have to go back now anyway, so I'm on my way."
"But..." Lin Shengyu looked a little hesitant. He heard from Mosquito that the wasteland is very dangerous, and newbies should remember not to go out alone. 2
There is no real safe zone here, even at the doorstep of your home, there is always the risk of getting it for free. 2
"Let's go, let's stop. Can I still trick you? The area around Shelter 117 is not a place for newbies to level up. I will take you to Dawn City. There are many good things there and there is also a save point."
Irena patted him on the shoulder and urged, "Speaking of which, you just entered the game and haven't eaten yet? I'll treat you to a meal." 7
"Really?! I'm so embarrassed!" Lin Shengyu's eyes lit up, and he felt a little empty in his stomach.
Irena said generously.
"What's the point? We are all European emperors. Don't be so shy. Do you have any taboos when it comes to talking about it?" 4
Lin Shengyu chuckled.
"No, no, I'll eat everything, it's up to you!" 25
Upon hearing this, Irena's eyes lit up.4
"Really? Are you sure?"
"That's a must! No matter it's sour, salty, sweet or spicy, there's nothing I can't eat!" Lin Shengyu said, patting his chest.7
This is not a boast on his part.
He often travels with his tutor and attends academic conferences all over the world. What has he never eaten? 7
A good stomach.
It is also very important for scientific research.
Unexpectedly, this friend of the European Emperor was a fellow-traveler, so Irena happily hooked his shoulder.
"Brother, I've been waiting for your words! Come on, let's go get some game!" 12
"Go, go, go!"
Looking at the two people holding each other's back, the players around them all had sympathetic looks in their eyes.
What kind of luck does it have to step on two landmines at the same time on the first day of entering the game? 17
Or should I say that I have already exhausted my luck in this life just to win the gaming helmet...
"...This sacrifice is too great." The Elf King Fugui, who was carrying a shotgun, sighed and took a bite of the dry food in his hand. 5
The fugitive mole in the canyon nodded with a subtle expression.
"really."
I hope nothing happens to anyone.11
…
The game world has just entered dark night, and the real world is early morning.
Sitting up from the bed, Ye Wei took off his helmet, let out a sigh of relief, and looked at the alarm clock on the bedside table.
The time is exactly 7 o'clock in the morning.
Usually when there is no class the next day, he will play until nine and then log off at ten o'clock.
However, he had to go to the station to pick up his sister soon, so he got off early. 2
By the way, just now he, Jun Jun and Fang Feng were on a mission to clean up the underground tunnel.
There are a large number of slime mold fruiting bodies there, and there is even a tyrant known as a humanoid tank.
According to Brother Fang's prediction, Qingquan city center may become a popular area in the next version.
Training the slime mold fruiting bodies as opponents in advance can be regarded as adapting to the next version in advance.
However, no matter how fun the game is, no matter how much money can be made, it is not as important as family. 2
After eating a bowl of 0.1 silver hot dry noodles downstairs, Ye Wei took off a free paper towel and wiped his mouth, then took a taxi to the train station. 18
The whole journey cost less than one silver coin.9
Standing in the crowded station square, Ye Wei couldn't help but sigh.
It is still cheaper in reality.1
At this moment, a distant sound brought him back to reality from his daydream.
"Brother!"
Ye Wei turned his face and saw a cute little girl waving towards him in the crowd. 5
She was wearing ordinary jeans and a T-shirt, with a pair of sneakers on her feet. She was carrying a half-person-high suitcase in each hand, and her swaying ponytail was like a squirrel's tail.17
Ye Wei hurriedly greeted him, glanced at the suitcase and said.
"Why do you bring so many things?"
Seeing that his brother was not conscious at all, Ye Jiu, who was out of breath from running, thrust the suitcase into his hand. 2
"Didn't you ask me to take it? Don't just look at it, help me quickly!" 9
This guy.
As soon as I leave home, I let myself go.1
Ye Wei rolled his eyes and went up to take the two boxes without arguing with her.
On the way to the taxi, he weighed it and it was quite heavy. He didn't know what was inside.
He lay on the bed every day and moved bricks. When he was loading the suitcase into the trunk, he almost failed to lift it. 3
Fortunately, the driver helped him.
Sitting next to Ye Wei, Ye Jiu laughed and whispered.
"Brother, have you been playing video games every day lately? You look so weak." 10
Ye Wei gave him his second eye roll today.
"Get lost."
Ye Jiu said with an aggrieved look.
"I just came here and you asked me to go away. Do you have a brother like you?"
Ye Wei looked at her seriously and said.
"Stop talking nonsense, please explain clearly first, what is the surprise you want to give me?" 2
He has been thinking about this for the past few days and is so worried that he can hardly sleep.
Although he usually doesn’t sleep either.1
Seeing the anxious expression on his brother's face, Ye Jiu smiled mysteriously.
"Hmph, you'll find out later!"
The car quickly arrived at its destination.
Stopped at the entrance of a high-end residential complex.
Ye Jiu jumped out of the car and looked around curiously.
"Are you being kept by a rich woman?" 2
Ye Wei, who was dragging the suitcase out of the trunk, almost choked on his spit when he heard this.
"You little guy, what are you keeping in your head all day long?"
The driver next to him didn't speak, but his expression was obviously suppressing a smile.
Ye Jiu smiled shyly and said disapprovingly.
"Aren't I worried about my brother?"
"By the way, why are you renting a house outside? Do you have a girlfriend? Have you already lived together? How old are you? Are you a classmate? Or is it a big sister who already works? Are you a rich woman? Can you support me by the way?" 8
She curiously asked a series of questions, but only the first one reached Ye Wei's ears.
rent?
Finally waiting for the opportunity to show off, he chuckled and said as steadily as an old dog.
"I bought it."
He originally thought that his sister would be so surprised that she could not speak.
However, what he didn't expect was that instead of being shocked, the little guy actually rolled his eyes.
"Tch, I don't want to say forget it!"
Ye Wei was stunned for a moment and said anxiously.
"I'm telling the truth, I really bought it!"
Ye Jiu gave him a caring look.
"Ah, yes, yes." 17
Ye Wei: "..."
Blanch!1
Downstairs is not a place for nonsense. Ye Wei carried two large suitcases and got on the elevator with a bang.
The little guy on the elevator kept wandering around restlessly, looking left and right. He didn't know whether he was looking forward to his brother's new home, or looking forward to the surprise he was about to bring to him...or rather, a shock. 1
Ye Wei felt panicked.1
When he arrived at the door, he took out his key and opened the door, looking for two new slippers in the entrance hall.
He went downstairs to buy this yesterday.
Just as he was about to call Jiujiu to change, he saw the little girl squatting beside the suitcase impatiently and opening the suitcase.
"What are you looking for?"1
Jiujiu didn't reply to him, but suddenly stood up from the box with a big guy in her arms.
"Here, take it!" 3
Seeing what Jiujiu stuffed in his hand, Ye Wei was dumbfounded for a moment. 1