Then, the family walked towards the restaurant.

At the dinner table, everyone was talking and laughing, creating a happy atmosphere.

Lu Ping also discussed some details with Xia Tianhao.

…………

After dinner, I chatted with Xia Guohua and Xia Tianhao for a while.

Lu Ping and Xia Tianhao went to the warehouse of the Academy of Sciences in the suburbs.

In this warehouse, Lu Ping collected three million clone soldiers and approximately four million tons of fine steel components.

There are only a limited number of clone soldiers in the warehouse, only three million.

But there are infinite steel blocks, which is simply a huge amount. Unfortunately, Lu Ping’s space cannot hold them all.

But even so, it solved Lu Ping's big problem. These stainless steel blocks were enough for one-third of the usage.

"Okay, we got the stuff, you two can go now."

After collecting everything, Xia Tianhao waved to Lu Ping and Xia Mo.

"Well, Uncle, let's go."

Lu Ping and Xia Mo nodded quickly and left.

Afterwards, Lu Ping and the other person returned directly to the Tang family.

On the way, Lu Ping was also very happy.

This trip to the Xia family was really not in vain.

Not only did they get a large amount of supplies, but they also got three million clone soldiers, a special ammunition production line, and a 3D production line.

I also got stainless steel blocks and mechas, which was a great harvest.

This is undoubtedly a huge help to Lu Ping.

In this way, Lu Ping is more confident in defending the East China Sea.

Of course, the person Lu Ping really wanted to thank was Xia Mo.

If there was no Xia Mo, who would the Xia family know about Lu Ping?

......

After returning to the Tang family, the two went straight to Tang Qi's room.

"Husband, you're back!"

"elder brother."

After entering the house, Tang Qi, Lu Yi and others were there.

Seeing Lu Ping coming back, everyone greeted him.

"Yeah, I'm back."

"Why are you all here?"

Lu Ping asked curiously.

"We have nothing to do, so we came to chat with Sister Tang Qi."

Mo Xiaoxiao said with a smile.

"Oh, I thought you guys were busy."

After hearing this, Lu Ping smiled and said.

"Hubby, we were just discussing going out for a walk."

"What do you say?"

Tang Qi said with a smile.

"You guys want to go shopping?"

"Of course, since we've finally made it to the imperial capital, we definitely have to take a good stroll."

"Okay, no problem."

"But we only have one day. We have to go back early the day after tomorrow."

Lu Ping replied with a smile.

"Okay...Okay...it's happily decided then."

Seeing Lu Ping agree, Lu Yi jumped up excitedly.

Tang Qi and the others were also very happy.

Of course they were happy, because nowadays, apart from the capital, there are no other shopping malls open.

"Okay, you guys chat, I'm going to talk to Dad about something."

Lu Ping smiled, turned and left the room.

Lu Ping still has many details to discuss with Tang Haoran.

When I came to the living room, Tang Haoran was sitting on the sofa.

"How was it? After visiting the Xia family, I think you gained quite a lot, right?"

Seeing Lu Ping coming, Tang Haoran said with a smile.

“Well, it’s definitely rewarding.”

Lu Ping nodded, and then without hiding anything, he briefly recounted the funding he had received.

"Haha, it's just as I guessed. Although Xia Tianhao is unwilling to help us, he is willing to help you."

"Do you know why he doesn't want to help us?"

After hearing this, Tang Haoran laughed.

“I don’t know.”

"Actually, there's nothing else to it, it's just a difference in philosophy. Your second uncle agrees with the military's ideas."

Tang Haoran explained with a smile.

"hehe......."

After hearing this, Lu Ping could only smile awkwardly.

Both Tang Haoran and Xia Tianhao are his elders, so how can he judge their affairs?

"Forget it, don't think too much about it. Time will tell who is right and who is wrong."

Seeing that Lu Ping was embarrassed, Tang Haoran waved his hand and said.

"Oh, there's something I forgot to tell you."

Suddenly, Tang Haoran remembered something.

"What's up?"

"It's about the battlefield of all nations."

"Here's the thing. They sent word yesterday that they were planning to increase the exchange price of items in the system mall, potentially by tenfold."

"What? Increase tenfold?"

Hearing this, Lu Ping was shocked.

"Well, that's ten times. They said they can no longer afford the ever-increasing supply of materials, so they have no choice but to raise prices to reduce consumption."

"Another thing is the appearance of cities. They have proposed that the appearance of cities should be restricted in the future, and some corresponding regulations will be issued."

"For example, you are only allowed to appear once a year, or you need a certain amount of reputation or merit, etc."

"The specific approach is still under discussion and has not been finalized."

"One more thing is that the merit required to revive generals and soldiers in the future may increase tenfold."

Tang Haoran explained them one by one.

"hiss!"

Hearing this, even Lu Ping, who was known for his calmness, took a deep breath.

This is too cruel!

The exchange of materials has increased tenfold, the number of resurrected generals and soldiers has increased tenfold, and the appearance of cities will be restricted.

This is not letting people pass

"Dad...when did this policy start?"

After being shocked, Lu Ping asked hurriedly.

"Probably in the next few days."

"So, does that mean the exchange rate is still the same as before?"

After hearing this, Lu Ping immediately became alert.

"Haha, I know what you're thinking. Do you want to exchange a large amount of supplies in advance?"

"I'm telling you, it's not possible. The system mall has stopped redemption since yesterday."

Tang Haoran said with a smile.

"Ah...it stopped yesterday?"

Hearing Tang Haoran's words, Lu Ping was stunned. He really didn't know about this.

"Well, when they notified us yesterday, they had already suspended the mall exchange."

Tang Haoran said with a smile.

"Humph, these guys are really calculating."

Lu Ping couldn't help but complain.

"Haha, isn't this normal?"

"Of course they took this into consideration, considering that some people must have redeemed their shares in advance."

"Yeah, that's right."

"Dad, I have something to discuss with you about the defense of the East China Sea and its future."

“First of all, population…”

“.......”

Lu Ping nodded, then got down to business and told Tang Haoran his thoughts.

"Well, these are all good ideas of yours."

"Don't worry, I will definitely support you with all my strength."

After listening to Lu Ping's narration, Tang Haoran assured Lu Ping.

"Thank you, Dad."

"Why are you being so polite to your family? You are my son-in-law. Both of my daughters are married to you. If I don't help you, who else should I help?"

Tang Haoran waved his hand.

"Dad, don't worry, I will definitely treat them well."

After hearing this, Lu Ping quickly patted his chest and made a promise.