Chapter 31
First, the scientists at the base explained that using a crystal isn't just about holding it. It requires someone with psychic powers to first infuse it with their own.
Zhang Leiyu's mental strength was obviously not yet able to be that free.
"Come one by one." Lin Lan stood next to Li Hao, helping him with the registration.
The first to come for the inspection were these scientists, whose bases were all above level three.
The base has a hierarchy. Level One is responsible for off-base operations, such as procurement and transportation. Level Two has access to the base, but is completely unaware of any information about it. The soldiers guarding the base and the ordinary experimental personnel are all Level Two.
Then there is level three, which mainly includes researchers and ordinary scientists, who have access to some data and materials.
Level 4, on the other hand, was basically the original personnel of the base, those who knew about Li Hao's ability to travel through time, the top scientists, and some important management. They could watch the live broadcast, make suggestions, and participate in the planning.
The last level is level five, and this authority is only possessed by Li Hao, Director Luo, and two deputy directors.
Each person had 30 seconds to test. If they failed to produce light within 30 seconds, they were deemed unqualified. The standard in the magic world was 20. Zhang Leiyu took nearly 18 seconds to produce light.
Li Hao kept charging his energy. The first group of people who came to test it were all older, but these scientists were very determined. Many of them were studying mental strength. So even when the crystal stung them and made them lose consciousness, they refused to let go.
Li Hao watched a scientist with half-white hair clutching the crystal. His face flushed red, yet he persisted. He recalled the headaches he'd felt during his own testing, each second felt like an eternity. He hadn't expected them to be so persevering.
Looking at the time, Li Hao shouted "It's over." But at this moment, a faint light emerged from this person's hand.
"Got it, we can stop now." Li Hao said quickly.
Gao Jianjun let go of his hand. He was obviously in a very sorry state, with sweat on his forehead due to the pain, but his eyes were unusually bright.
After continuing to test the base's personnel, one person finally activated their mental power. It wasn't a scientist or a strong soldier, but a girl named Lei Lei who was in charge of logistics.
Lei Lei's triggering time was faster than anyone else's, appearing in about 13 seconds. In the magical world, she could be considered a wizard, albeit a poorer kind.
With a total of 600 people taking the test, it was already quite good to have three qualified people. Li Hao had two more students.
She also developed a new thing, which was to use her mental power to guide others to meditate. The inspiration for this came from the crystal.
Her guidance saved the other two from having to spend months getting into the state. Li Hao had originally thought that the first person to be able to meditate independently would be the girl with the best qualifications, but it turned out to be the scientist Gao Jianjun, whose hair was already half gray.
"I once spent three days learning the language of a foreign country for a foreign article. Learning a pattern like this is pretty easy for me." This is a medical scientist. Technically, a doctor. A neurosurgeon. "Having mental power is truly amazing. It's like opening the door to a new world. I feel much better physically."
"If this could be rolled out nationwide, it would be a game-changing discovery." Lei Lei was also amazed. From the moment she found out she had the qualifications, she was thrilled. It felt like she'd been chosen by God.
I heard that other research at the base had yielded quite a few results. But unfortunately, even on the last day, Li Hao still hadn't figured out what that mysterious power was.
Li Hao was ready to travel through time again, but this time her mission was no longer related to potions. Her plan was to become a formal mage before returning.
Li Hao had already simulated the two spellcasting models she was going to learn this time many times. She estimated that it would take less than two months to learn the second spell model.
"I've compiled a new business plan for you. It's an improvement on the original one. It's on your tablet." Director Luo handed her a document. "Let's not do anything that crosses the line in this other world."
"I think my previous actions were a bit extreme... I'm glad you called me back," Li Hao said after a moment's silence. At the time, she'd even considered something more radical, like using a classic tulip scam to seize the entire Charleston wealth. If it weren't for her own military strength and concerns about her own safety, this might not have been a simple herbal medicine scam, but a Ponzi scheme that would have completely disrupted the entire Charleston economy.
Even if Li Hao had never used any of these economic tactics before, she could easily overwhelm the aliens. Even her original plan, after establishing the casino, would involve loan sharking.
"We didn't consider the pressure you were under there, and the plan we arranged for you was too radical." Director Luo comforted Li Hao.
Li Hao had no entertainment in the other world and could not relax. In addition, she was assassinated, which was something they had not considered. They thought about Li Hao's safety but not her mental health.
This time, Li Hao brought a small tablet with her, which was filled with games, TV series, novels, etc. These were all spiritual food that gave her relaxation, and she didn't have to worry about practicing every day. The time for live broadcasts was also up to Li Hao's wishes.
Unfortunately, there is still no way to achieve the function of video communication, but they have also improved the voice broadcast function. It is no longer a mechanical AI voice, and Li Hao can choose various voices for broadcasting.
In addition to the tablet, Li Hao's space ring also contains various snacks, which of course do not take up much space.
After a moment of trance, Li Hao successfully arrived at the woods outside Charleston.
"Arrived safely...Wait, there's something new on the panel here." Li Hao closed his eyes.
She was originally checking the countdown to going home, but new changes appeared on her panel.
Li Hao
Life 100/100
Load 100/99.8
Mental Strength 121
Skill
◆Travel through the world
[M001 World Remaining Crossing Times 4] -Click to Return-
[Return time charging: 9 days 20 hours 21 minutes 45 seconds]
[Return Energy Recharge: 200/0]
[S002 World Remaining Crossing Times 5] -Click to Cross-
【Return time recharge:--/--/--】
【Return Energy Recharge:--/--】
Li Hao informed everyone at the base that he had suddenly added a new world. They had discussed this before, and based on the information on the dashboard, it was clear there might be more than one world. However, nothing had changed for so long, and they hadn't expected a new world to be added this time.
"Let's follow the plan. We will deal with the next world when you come back." said someone from the base.
Li Hao thought so too. Who knows what the other world is like? Her first time crossing was actually like a novice's protection, which allowed her to cross to the safest road in Charleston.
She first reported back to the Mage Tower. For apprentices like them, disappearing for half a month was normal. However, she mainly reported to Michelle.
"I'm back. By the way, how is your mental power now? Can you learn the first spell model?" Michelle asked. Li Hao has high potential and she hopes she can improve her mental power quickly.
"I think I should be able to learn the Mage's Hand." Li Hao naturally wanted to hide his incompetence. With three months and the bonus of the meditation room, learning his first spell wasn't particularly impressive.
"Okay, after you learn the Mage's Hand, I will teach you new potions." Michelle said to Li Hao.
After Li Hao finished dealing with Michelle, he still needed to communicate with the team. They were still meeting at a hotel in Charleston.
"How's the progress of the renovation?" Li Hao asked. The people in charge of this were mainly Shalia and Glenn.
"It's almost done," said Shalia. The venue was named after her and Maggie.
"I have a new plan. Take a look." Li Hao pulled out the new proposal. The original casino would be transformed into a modern structure. Entertainment on the first floor, private rooms on the second, and the auction on the third. Everything could continue as planned.
"Hey, I think your previous plan is pretty good. I still like the previous one better." Maggie said after flipping through it. Putting down the plan in her hand, she came in front of Li Hao, looked at her and said, "You've changed a lot since you left!"
"The previous plan was too ambitious and unnecessary. You've seen that membership system, haven't you? It's better to be a good platform than a seller. The potential for growth of a good platform is mutually beneficial with the development of Charleston." This plan, given by the base, focuses on building a platform. This approach is somewhat similar to creating a platform like TB or PDD, where they control resources and information and act as intermediaries.
Maggie was very sensitive to Li Hao's condition. During the half month that Li Hao disappeared, Maggie never gave up searching for Li Hao's whereabouts. How did she leave Charleston? How did she suddenly appear?
It's so mysterious, this change.
Victoria and Glenn wouldn't have any objections. But Shariya was lost in thought, her memory of Li Hao's previous plan still fresh. The previous plan had already impressed Shariya with Li Hao's business prowess, and now Li Hao could easily come up with a new plan.
It seemed as if she was never short of ideas. What had Li Hao been communicating with before? Why did she suddenly disappear? Where did she come from?
Shalia's eyes became a vertical line, which was the sign of her hunting. Not only was Maggie curious, but she also wanted to catch Li Hao and see if the secret she was hiding was a huge treasure.
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