Chapter 76: Space Rebirth
Su Wanqing's fingers gently brushed the air, feeling the changes in the space.
The original chaotic scene of floating boxes has now completely disappeared, replaced by a community that is simple but full of life.
Several dwellings built with reinforced materials are neatly arranged, with a miniature storage area in between, and even a few simple lighting devices installed on the walls.
"System, display the spatial structure diagram." Su Wanqing said to the jade bracelet on her wrist. Her thoughts were a little complicated. After being stored for so long, they finally changed their appearance.
A three-dimensional spatial map immediately appeared before her eyes. Residential areas, storage areas, a winding passage, and an area in the center of the map labeled "Core Room."
This core room, emitting a faint blue light, like the heart of space, immediately attracted her attention.
“The core room is the key area to maintain the stable operation of the space, and it is also the new functional center after the space upgrade.
The host can set up space and manage items here. "The emotionless mechanical voice of the system echoed in this empty space.
Su Wanqing nodded, with some anticipation in her heart. She had always regarded the space as a huge warehouse, but now it seemed that this space was much more complicated than she had imagined.
"System, what is the space capacity?"
"The space capacity has been increased to three people. The host can enter permanently. The first guest can stay for 72 hours, and the second guest can stay for 24 hours. Exceeding the limit will trigger a space rejection reaction."
Su Wanqing frowned slightly. Three people... Although the capacity has been improved, the time limit is very strict.
72 hours and 24 hours are just a fleeting moment in the apocalypse.
"So, it can't be inhabited for a long time?" she asked.
"Correct. Space is not an independent ecosystem. It requires the host to provide energy support regularly to maintain the stability of the internal environment. If the guests stay too long, the energy loss of the space will increase."
Su Wanqing sighed. As expected, nothing is free.
The convenience brought by space upgrades also comes with new restrictions.
She walked to the storage area and checked the materials that were converted into "basic structural energy".
The canned food, mineral water and medicines that were originally neatly stacked have disappeared, replaced by a quantity panel that displays a large amount of "basic structural energy" values.
"System, what is the use of this basic structural energy?"
"The basic structural energy can be used to maintain and upgrade the space, as well as activate various functions. The host can make limited adjustments to the structure inside the space through thoughts."
Su Wanqing's heart skipped a beat. She tried to concentrate and thought about the wall of one of the residences.
The originally grey walls suddenly began to change, the colour became brighter and the material seemed to become more comfortable.
"I... I can change the structure inside the space?" she asked in surprise.
"Correct. But the range and degree of adjustment are limited by the host's ability and energy reserves."
Su Wanqing controlled her mind and made some simple adjustments to the layout of the room, changing the position of the furniture and adjusting the brightness of the light.
She was surprised to find that she could change various details in the space at will, as if she were a real creator.
"System, display the spatial stability."
"Space stability: 85%."
"It is normal for spatial stability to decrease. Excessive use of spatial abilities by the host will increase energy loss."
The system prompts. "It is recommended to regularly invest specific materials to maintain the stability of the space, otherwise the ability to accommodate living people will gradually deteriorate."
Su Wanqing smiled bitterly. It seemed that the road of stockpiling was destined to have no end.
Just as she was immersed in the surprise brought by exploring the space, a faint moan interrupted her thoughts.
She turned around abruptly and looked at the figure lying in the corner - Lin Che.
After the spatial reorganization was completed, Lin Che remained in a coma. He looked pale and his breathing was weak, as if he might fall into coma again at any moment.
"Che!" Su Wanqing rushed to Lin Che and shook him gently.
“Wake up!”
Lin Che slowly opened her eyes, her eyes filled with confusion. He looked at Su Wanqing blankly, his face full of confusion.
"Where...where am I?" he asked weakly, his voice so hoarse that it was almost inaudible.
"You are still in the space." Su Wanqing said softly.
“Space? What space?” Lin Che frowned, as if trying hard to recall something, but to no avail.
Su Wanqing's heart sank. Sure enough, he didn't remember anything.
"You were unconscious and just had a nightmare." She tried to cover up the truth with the simplest words, but she knew that such a lie could not cover up everything.
“Nightmare…” Lin Che muttered to himself. He raised his arm and looked at his skin carefully.
"My arm... there seemed to be something there just now, but now it's gone again."
He pointed to an area on his arm where grey lines had appeared but had now completely returned to normal.
Su Wanqing's heart beat faster. She knew what it was. That was the virus in Lin Che's body stirring restlessly.
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"It's just your illusion." She suppressed her worry and tried to comfort him.
At this moment, Lin Che's expression suddenly changed. He clutched his head tightly with both hands and groaned in pain.
"No...no...don't..." He struggled in pain, as if he was experiencing a terrible nightmare.
Su Wanqing was shocked. She didn't know what had happened, but she knew that Lin Che must be in great pain.
Just as she was about to step forward to support him, gray lines appeared on Lin Che's arm again, but this time, the lines were more extensive, almost occupying his entire arm.
What’s even more terrifying is that these lines are spreading at a speed visible to the naked eye and are spreading across his body.
Su Wanqing immediately realized that the situation was not good.
"Che, how are you?" she asked anxiously.
Lin Che did not answer, his eyes were filled with fear and despair.
He seemed to be struggling desperately against some force, but to no avail.
Just when Su Wanqing was at a loss, Lin Che suddenly broke free from her hand and said in an unfamiliar tone:
"Don't touch me!"
Su Wanqing was stunned. She looked at Lin Che in surprise. She couldn't believe that the tone just now belonged to him.
She took a deep breath, suppressed the fear in her heart, and asked tentatively: "Che, are you...are you feeling unwell?"
Lin Che did not answer. He just held his head tightly and wailed in pain.
Suddenly, he raised his head and looked at Su Wanqing with cold eyes.
"Who are you?"
Su Wanqing's heart sank to the bottom. Ye is gone, and now, even Che... has changed.
He completely forgot everything that happened before.
"I am Su Wanqing." She still chose to confess.
A hint of doubt flashed across Lin Che's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.
"Su Wanqing... I seem to have heard this name, but I can't remember it."
Su Wanqing looked at his confused expression and knew that no matter how much she explained, it would be meaningless.
She knew that the road ahead would be even more difficult.
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