But then again, according to the usual plot development, shouldn't someone break in next?

Hello, yes.

So not long after, someone knocked on the door. I checked the security camera and it was Jiang Chengcheng... Actually, I didn't even need to check. She's the only one among my acquaintances who knows how to knock. People I don't know don't come at all.

Xu Shi rolled his eyes and opened the door for her.

"Chairman Xu."

Jiang Chengcheng looked a little tired, but her eyes were filled with undisguised joy.

"What's wrong?"

Xu Shi asked, feigning calmness.

"The task you entrusted to me has yielded results."

Jiang Chengcheng held up the metal box in her hand, "It's a customized, enhanced weapon for specific individuals~"

"!"

Xu Shi suddenly woke up with a start: The goods have been shipped?

Good heavens, he was so pampered he was in a trance and didn't even realize what was happening. Compared to the second-generation chip that he used to prank Lin Wenhua, this was the real big deal...

"!"

Xia Wuyou, who was under the table, was also startled.

How... how were you able to let people in at that time?

She was so engrossed in eating her lollipop that she didn't even think to stop Xu Shi. She only snapped back to reality when she heard Jiang Chengcheng's voice. This…

And if you're listening carefully, it means there's something important going on. So what am I supposed to do?

"?"

Seeing Xu Shi's reaction, Jiang Chengcheng was also a little surprised.

She was mainly annoyed. She hadn't spent much time with Xu Shi because of this, and she thought to herself, "At least you should come over and hug me, right? What's with you sitting back and doing nothing?"

"...If you want to see it, come and get it yourself."

So she got a little temperamental, pulled the box behind her back, and pouted while muttering.

"I can't take it."

Xu Shi was the first to regain his composure and beckoned to her, "Bring it over here."

"I don't."

"Are you being disobedient?"

"...Okay."

Jiang Chengcheng couldn't resist him. The truth was, she even found it difficult to refuse Xu Shi. It was already hard enough for her to restrain herself from rushing over... So she quickly gave in and went to Xu Shi's side.

Then, she naturally saw Xia Wuyou, who was at a loss under the table.

"Oh! You...you...Manager Xia?!"

Jiang Chengcheng was startled. As an ordinary person, she had no idea that there was someone else here, let alone that this person would be Xia Wuyou.

"Manager Jiang, hello?"

Xia Wuyou froze for a few seconds, then woodenly greeted her, only to drool dripping down her chin when she looked up – it was incredibly embarrassing…

In fact, both of them were equally surprised. Who didn't know that the other was another iceberg in the company?

The situation was slightly better for Xia Wuyou. She already knew that this person was actually Xu Shi's number one die-hard fan, no less so than Su Lin. However, the contrast between her obedient and docile appearance was still quite unexpected.

Jiang Chengcheng was genuinely bewildered, because she really didn't understand that Xu Shi and Xia Wuyou had gone this far. Good heavens, in broad daylight, you two have really gone too far...

Some people inwardly condemn themselves, completely forgetting how audacious they used to be...

Okay, okay.

Xu Shi waved his hand dismissively and patted Xia Wuyou, signaling her to get up and tidy up.

"oh."

Xia Wuyou quickly wiped her mouth, then blushed and stood up abruptly, bowing her head and standing next to Xu Shi.

Why do I keep getting bumped into here? Is this some kind of hellish dungeon?

"Show me?"

Xu Shi ignored how shy she was and pointed to the long metal box on the table, asking a question.

"……Um."

Jiang Chengcheng came to her senses, sighed helplessly, and opened the box.

What came into view of the three was a slender cane.

It looks quite luxurious, gilded and carved with patterns. The armrest is a snake head with some subtle connecting buckles.

"This is?"

"A weapon system specifically designed for you."

Jiang Chengcheng repeated, "You have a mental-type ascending ability. Connecting with it will enhance your abilities."

"As you said before, your ability only takes effect when touched, and most of the time it can only affect one person. So I designed it so that your ability can spread and affect a certain range of people simultaneously without making contact."

Xu Shi nodded. It sounds complicated, but it's easy to understand.

Is this a way of using technology to forcibly elevate one's abilities to a level of aura?

He was pleasantly surprised. On the one hand, he had been longing for such a halo for a long time, and on the other hand, he admired Jiang Chengcheng for actually being able to create it. He thought, "My little tech geek is amazing."

"According to the model simulation results, this range can extend to about ten to fifteen meters. The effect is lower towards the edge... Of course, this is related to your own situation, and the value may not be limited."

"And, considering your weak close-combat skills, I've also designed a few mechanisms. Look, this is where several specially made small armor-piercing rounds are stored. The part in the middle with the embedded ore is used to activate the anti-gravity shield. It can probably be used dozens of times. Just replace the 'Rust Mist' ore regularly..."

"...Okay, that's thoughtful of you."

Xu Shi nodded slightly. He had to admit that Jiang Chengcheng's consideration was indeed thorough. All three problems were solved at once, and Kinder Surprise Eggs were finally ready.

"Would you like to try it and see how it goes?"

"OK."

Xu Shi did not object, took out his cane, and grasped the snake's head.

He also had a bit to complain: wire-rimmed glasses, a walking stick, and a white suit—now he looked like a complete scoundrel…

However, the feeling after activating the weapon instantly attracted all his attention—only the person involved truly knew the specifics. As soon as the connection was successful, he felt his mental strength was instantly boosted by a large margin.

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