'Free upgrades to all electronic devices in convenience stores, and internet connectivity.'
This network not only connects to the offices, but also allows communication between all rest stops on the Planet of Reincarnation, without any restrictions, including Earth's own network. In other words, even without returning to the mortal world, they can still receive the latest information from Earth. Of course, video calls are out of the question, since time is essentially frozen for them while on the Planet of Reincarnation.
"With the network connected, you can choose to enter the next death zone at the rest stop. For information on selling items, you need to go to the office, where the Earth's consciousness will make the decision."
Little Q is an honest system; it didn't specify how many points would be required if it weren't free. Lacking the complexities of human thought, it prefers to provide its maintainers with standard conveniences rather than resorting to underhanded tactics to extract their full trust.
"Then, please help us upgrade, Little Q!" Cheng Shuang said eagerly.
Little Q's ball of light flashed, and the wooden tabletop of the round table immediately transformed into an electronic screen, clearly displaying the convenience store's basic information. After the upgrade, the mobile phones and other electronic devices in the storage compartment immediately responded with a "ding" sound.
"The entire network has been updated. The mall now offers not only Stars of Reincarnation from this cycle but also those from other cycles. Due to excessively high prices, we do not recommend purchasing them. For certain special items that the mall cannot price, you can have their value assessed by a dedicated guide at the branch office. These guides have a supervisory role in all aspects of the process."
Regarding oversight and regulation from all sides, Cheng Shuang's eyes flickered slightly, and she asked without hesitation, "Does that include the Gate of Reincarnation?"
'Yes, the Gate of Reincarnation and Earth's consciousness will supervise each other. Under this fair and just agreement, I apologize that Little Q cannot offer you any more benefits; Little Q cannot break the balance.'
This is easy to understand. Although they are all Earth and Earth's consciousness, they exist in different planes, meaning each Earth possesses independence. Since they can choose to save themselves, they would also prefer their maintainers and rest stations to be powerful enough that no wanderer can rival them.
Seemingly sensing the maintainers' complicated thoughts, Little Q spoke up: "Please rest assured, although the dimensions are different, Earth is still Earth. The more Earths that fall, the weaker the self-rescue signals will be, and one day the Gate of Reincarnation will be unable to respond. Regardless of what humanity thinks, Earth is one."
Cheng Shuang scratched his face. Little Q probably meant that she didn't want them to overcomplicate things...
"I have another question. Which mission in the Land of Death can revive a companion?" The little girl took a deep breath, and Liao Yuewei and Du Jun held her hands on either side. The group looked at Xiao Q nervously.
'A newly entered death zone, or an exceptionally dangerous death zone.'
How can one distinguish between extreme danger and danger? This is a question posed by many.
'It's been there for a while, but there's been no news since, or perhaps the maintainers who went there all died, which is why they couldn't send any messages back. Most of the time, it's a dangerous place without even a ticket information.'
As an Earth consciousness entity, Little Q does not wish for anyone to take risks. Choose carefully, and absolutely avoid being radical.
That being said, the nine of them would not back down. Before advancing, they cautiously explored every avenue and dared not be careless for even a moment.
Du Lanshan changed the subject and suddenly asked, "Why... By the way, is it safe to talk discreetly here?"
'The exclusive seating is directly connected to the original Earth, not on the surface of the Reincarnation Star. Apart from the Earth's maintainers residing within the seating area, no other person or consciousness can perceive it.'
"I want to ask, since our space compartments can hold living things, will it have any impact or harm on her?" Even knowing that no one could eavesdrop, Du Lanshan still kept his voice as low as possible.
He was referring to the little wolf demon that had been kept in a cage. Now the little wolf demon was alive, but they were afraid that it would guard the convenience store alone and damage the items inside, so they pasted several "drawing a circle on the ground to imprison" talismans on the outside of the cage.
Cheng Shuang initially suspected that the little wolf demon was a wanderer who dared to confine it in a safe and stuff it into the spatial compartment because he needed to store food for Luo An. Now, the identity of the little wolf fang is shrouded in mystery.
She didn't believe her skills and spatial abilities were so powerful that she could easily bring the natives back. If that were true, she wouldn't have avoided the topic of the reincarnated demon infant still wanting to follow her.
Unlike the wanderers trapped in the spatial dimension, those who are controlled by the rest stations and directly turned into food reserves have no chance of escaping. Otherwise, the rest stations would be in chaos.
The little girl scratched her face; she had almost overlooked the problem, but luckily Uncle Du was there.
'Outside of competitions or settlement periods, Xiao Q cannot read or record the maintainers' experiences in the Land of Death. This is out of respect for the maintainers! Station Master Cheng Shuang, may we grant Xiao Q permission to access clips from the Station Master Challenge?'
'Can.'
Little Q's light flickered incessantly, then paused for a moment, "Qinglang is the protector of another planet. This planet's culture is similar to Earth's, but to Earth, it seems more like an alien species. His original form was a demon. During its gestation, the little wolf demon, driven by survival instincts, absorbed his life force and Liu Juan's life force. Having been 'born' from Liu Juan's womb, its affiliation is no longer simply symbiosis—it belongs to the land of death. Its origins endow it with the potential to be a protector. Coincidentally, Liu Juan died, leaving a vacancy at the rest station, which is why Station Master Cheng Shuang was able to bring him back. Such an opportunity is extremely rare, absolutely unique."
"After the rest stop settles on the Star of Reincarnation, it will become a physical entity. The time-freezing effect will be lost. Please avoid lingering in the convenience store; instead, consider returning to your room to rest, relax, or study."
'Due to genetic differences, the wolf demon is born in about half a month and reaches adulthood in eighteen days. Therefore, you can place him in the convenience store and wait for about ten days before accepting him as the new maintainer.'
"No!" Cheng Shuang immediately cried out in protest. Seeing everyone looking at her, she explained pitifully, "I don't want him to take Sister Juan's place."
Liao Yuewei patted her shoulder, a silent comfort. If Liu Juan knew, she would be very happy.
'The rest stop has fewer than ten people and needs to recruit more. Given the little wolf demon's special status, and mainly because he is too young, he can serve as a substitute, but this is a one-time exception.'
According to the rules, substitute maintainers cannot occupy convenience store resources; they are responsible for their own meals, etc.
The group exchanged glances, surprised by how accommodating their Earth consciousness was. Food was plentiful in the spatial dimension; even if it wasn't from a convenience store, they had a considerable stockpile. And if all else failed, they could trade with other maintainers, ensuring the little wolf demon wouldn't starve.
"What I'm considering is whether the little wolf demon can go on missions, and if not, where he should stay?" Sun Han stroked his chin. Since he doesn't have the treatment of a formal maintainer, he naturally wouldn't have the right to use a room.
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