Chapter 78 So hungry I could cry! For a bite to eat, I angrily spent 100 points to buy a cheat! (Bonus Chapter)
Cheng Gan quickly reported Zhou Jue's plan to "go out to find resources" to Chief Zhang via encrypted communication. Of course, the report was an artistically embellished version after the two of them had "friendly consultations."
In his report, Cheng Ganyi emphasized in a righteous and righteous manner the noble sentiments of Comrade Zhou Jue in actively sharing the country's burdens and her urgent desire to find resources. On the one hand, she wanted to make up for the deficit in points, but more importantly, she wanted to help the country find those resources that had not yet been discovered, so as to replenish the national resource pool. He also stressed their determination to strictly abide by orders and only conduct searches within the territory.
After hearing the report, Chief Zhang on the other end of the phone did not hesitate at all.
"Approved! I'll grant it immediately!"
He not only agreed, but even offered to take the initiative: "Xiao Jue is going out alone, so we need to strengthen your security. I'll send you a small team from the guard unit, with medical, logistics, communications, and security personnel, all in place, to ensure your safety around the clock!"
"Reporting to the commander! No need!" Zhou Jue quickly grabbed Cheng Gan's communicator and politely declined, saying, "Thank you for your concern, commander! But this time the main focus is on a search, which requires efficiency and secrecy. Too many people would make us too conspicuous and inconvenient to move around, and might slow down my progress."
Are you kidding me? How could she possibly "get lost" when she's leading a whole squad out? Wouldn't that turn into a group spring outing?
After a moment's thought, Chief Zhang agreed that it made sense. Zhou Jue's abilities were indeed unique, making conventional protection methods unsuitable.
"Alright." He finally relented: "Then let Cheng Gan accompany you. She has extensive experience in wilderness survival and can be of help. Both of you, please be careful!"
"Yes, sir! Mission accomplished!"
The two answered in unison.
After hanging up the call, Zhou Jue and Cheng Gan exchanged a knowing smile, their unspoken understanding unspoken.
Who could resist going on a paid "trip" with a beautiful and cool older sister? Zhou Jue certainly couldn't refuse. Besides, Cheng Gan was very knowledgeable about the international situation, so how much they could take advantage of would depend on Cheng Gan's opinion.
Once the matter was settled, the base's efficiency was astonishing.
Not long after, the logistics department sent two large bags of clothing. They were full of the latest outdoor sportswear, casual wear, and even several sets of regular uniforms in different styles, so they could change into different outfits for different occasions. They couldn't just wander around outside in their military uniforms all the time.
That evening, the base's chef prepared a sumptuous feast for Zhou Jue.
Steamed grouper, honey-glazed eel, Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, squirrel-shaped mandarin fish, Peking duck... delicacies from land and sea, things that fly in the sky, run on the ground, and swim in the water, are all available.
After a month of eating compressed biscuits and fast food in the post-apocalyptic world, Zhou Jue's cravings were instantly awakened when he saw the table full of delicious-looking Chinese food.
She ate with gusto, devouring the food with gusto, her mouth greasy and delicious.
This meal led to a new problem.
Foreign food, as those who know, is mostly fried chicken or fries, or some weird sauces and salads. How can it compare to the delicious food of my great China?
Who knows how long I'll be gone this time? I need to stock up on some cooked food to take with me!
However, although her Starry Sky Box was vast, like a small world, time within it flowed at a normal pace, not stood still. The cooked food placed inside would spoil in just a few days.
What should we do?
Zhou Jue immediately focused his consciousness into his mind and opened the points mall.
"Brother Tongzi, do you have any spatial artifacts that can freeze time?"
[Searching for the host...]
Soon, a list of products appeared before her eyes.
[Absolute Domain (Emperor Level)]: Creates an absolutely static spacetime dimension, impervious to all laws and eternally indestructible. Price: 999,999,999 points.
[Time-Space Refrigerator (Mythical Level)]: A portable refrigerator created by a technologically advanced being, with adjustable internal time-space flow. Price: 1,200,000 points.
【Dimensional Storage Locker (Legendary)】: ...Price: 80,000 points.
Zhou Jue stared at the long string of "0"s, his eyes twitching wildly.
I can't afford it, goodbye!
These things are good, but spending so many points just for a meal would be wasteful! Her "stingy" nature wouldn't allow her to do that!
Just as she was about to give up and decide to eat self-heating hot pot for every meal from now on, System 001 suddenly popped up a recommendation window.
[Ding! A short-term, temporary need for time stillness has been detected in the host. We recommend the cost-effective 'Sumeru Seal' for you!]
【Sumeru Seal】: A law-type item. When used, it can define an area within a specified space, causing it to freeze in time.
[Initial area: 10 cubic meters, Price: 100 points.]
[Note: You can spend points to expand the designated area later. Each expansion of 10 cubic meters will cost 1000 points.]
Zhou Jue's eyes lit up instantly!
10 cubic meters, only 100 points!
This is practically tailor-made for her! Although the initial space isn't large, it's just for storing food, 10 cubic meters is enough! And it can be expanded later, making it extremely versatile!
"Buy! Buy it now!" Zhou Jue waved his hand without hesitation.
[Points -100, Purchase successful! 'Sumeru Seal' has been issued. Please select a location to use it.]
After thinking for a moment, Zhou Jue decisively used the "Sumeru Seal" in the second Starry Secret Box.
[Sumeru Seal successfully used! A 10-cubic-meter time-freezing zone has been created within the Starry Sky Box 02.]
Done!
Zhou Jue was secretly pleased. Just as he finished resolving the "storage" issue, Chen Jianguo appeared at the door.
"Xiao Jue, how was your rest? Did you enjoy the food?" Chen Jianguo asked with his usual gentle smile.
"Uncle Chen, you're here!" Zhou Jue quickly stood up: "I was just about to talk to you!"
She didn't beat around the bush and said directly, "Uncle Chen, I might be away for a long time this time. I was thinking... could you ask the base's kitchen to prepare some Chinese delicacies for me, cooked food, the kind that can be eaten directly, local specialties or anything like that, I'd like to take them with me on the road."
Chen Jianguo was visibly taken aback upon hearing this.
Take it on the go and eat it? Does the space even have a preservation function?
However, he quickly realized what was happening, a knowing smile appeared on his face, and he didn't ask any further questions.
Wise people speak only to the point. Some secrets don't necessarily need to be revealed completely. As long as we know that Xiaojue has the ability and is willing to trust them, that's enough.
"No problem!" Chen Jianguo answered with unusual ease: "I thought it was something big! Leave this to me! You make a list, what you want to eat, Sichuan, Shandong, Cantonese, Huaiyang, Fujian, Zhejiang, Hunan, Shanghainese, as long as it's available in China, I guarantee I'll prepare everything perfectly for you before you leave!"
"Then I won't stand on ceremony!"
"Why are you being so polite with me!"
Chen Jianguo smiled and waved his hand, then his expression became slightly more serious: "I'm here to inform you of something."
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