"Time-space trade..." Lin Yi stroked the "Key of Time-space" in his hand, feeling the warm energy flowing through his body, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly. "This name is impressive enough, grand enough, and also... expensive enough!"
He turned to look at Long Wu, who was rubbing his hands together excitedly, his eyes gleaming with the light of gold coins, as if he could already see countless banknotes flying in like snowflakes.
"Brother Yi, this name is great! It sounds like we'll make a lot of money!" Long Wu said impatiently. "So, tell me, what's our first step? Should we register a company first, or just set up a stall in the game?"
Lin Yi couldn't help but roll his eyes; this guy's thought process was always so simple and crude.
"Set up a stall? How did you even come up with that idea! What we're doing is cross-dimensional trade, we need to have a grand vision, understand? It has to be at least on the scale of a multinational corporation!"
"A multinational corporation?!" Long Wu gasped. "Brother Yi, are you serious? But... I like it!"
Lin Yi smiled, knowing that this guy was a man of action; as long as there was money to be made, he was willing to do anything.
“Of course it’s true! And it’s not just about making money, more importantly…” He paused, his eyes becoming deep, “We need to uncover the truth of this world and find clues to my parents’ disappearance!”
Chu Yao, who was standing to the side, listened silently to their conversation, a faint blue light flashing in her eyes.
As an AI life form, she possesses powerful data analysis capabilities, and she had already simulated Lin Yi's plan countless times in her mind.
"Lin Yi, I have conducted a detailed analysis of the resource needs in both the game and the real world, and have developed a preliminary operational plan." Chu Yao's voice remained calm, but carried an undeniable confidence. "We can utilize the rare materials in the game to sell at high prices in the real world; at the same time, we can introduce some technological products from the real world into the game to obtain huge profits."
"Oh? Tell me about it," Lin Yi asked with interest.
Chu Yao then opened the tablet computer in her hand, and a detailed data report appeared on the screen.
"For example, the 'magic crystals' in the game contain powerful energy, which can be used for energy research and development in the real world and have extremely high value. And some high-tech weapons in the real world also have a fatal attraction for game players."
Lin Yi nodded repeatedly, admiring Chu Yao's analytical skills; she was truly a business prodigy.
"Good, good! We'll do it your way! However, a plan alone isn't enough; we also need manpower."
"Regarding manpower, I already have some initial ideas," Chu Yao continued. "We can attract capable players to join our guild by posting recruitment information. At the same time, we can also cooperate with some real-world companies to jointly develop the market."
"Alright! It's settled then!" Lin Yi made the decision. "Fifth Brother, you're in charge of recruiting people, Chu Yao is in charge of developing a detailed operational plan, and as for me..." He smiled mysteriously, "I'll be in charge of... attracting customers!"
Long Wu and Chu Yao exchanged a glance, both looking at Lin Yi with some confusion.
"Brother Yi, how do you plan to attract customers?" Long Wu asked curiously.
Lin Yi didn't answer directly. Instead, he walked to the plaza in the newbie village, cleared his throat, and shouted loudly, "Brothers and sisters! Don't miss out! I, [Time and Space Dominator] Lin Yi, am establishing an interdimensional commerce guild! As long as you join the guild, you can get all kinds of benefits and reach the pinnacle of life! What are you waiting for? Sign up now!"
His voice was like a thunderclap from a clear sky, instantly attracting the attention of all the players.
"Holy crap! It's the [Time and Space Overlord]!"
"What? The big boss is going to start a chamber of commerce? Sign up right away!"
"Join the Chamber of Commerce and reach the pinnacle of life? That sounds incredibly tempting!"
In an instant, the entire newbie village was in an uproar, with countless players flocking to the scene and surrounding Lin Yi completely.
"Boss, I can't do anything, but I can be cute!"
Lin Yi looked at the frenzied players in front of him and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.
This is the charm of [Time and Space Domination]!
Of course, charm alone is not enough; one must also have real substance.
Lin Yi then activated the exclusive skill of [Time and Space Dominator] – "Time and Space Rift", opening a huge spatial passage in the square.
At the other end of the passageway is a high-tech weapons exhibition hall in the real world.
"Everyone! This is the strength of our Chamber of Commerce!" Lin Yi pointed to the various high-tech weapons in the spatial passage and said domineeringly, "As long as you join the Chamber of Commerce, you can get the right to use these weapons for free!"
The players were instantly stunned. They had never seen such amazing skills, let alone such a powerful merchant guild.
"Holy crap! This is a real cross-dimensional merchant guild!"
"Join! You have to join! Even if it means selling a kidney, you have to join!"
"Boss, I'm willing to give everything for you!"
Looking at the frenzied players in front of him, Lin Yi knew that his plan was already half successful.
In the crowd, Chu Yao silently watched Lin Yi. Looking at his confident smile and listening to his impassioned speech, a ripple of emotion stirred within her.
This man... is really charming!
"Lin Yi, this is a list of registered players' information that I've compiled, as well as a list of various supplies needed for the operation of the Chamber of Commerce." Chu Yao walked to Lin Yi's side and handed him the tablet computer. Her voice was still calm, but it carried a hint of gentleness that was hard to detect.
Lin Yi took the tablet computer, looked up at Chu Yao, and their eyes met, the air seemingly filled with an ambiguous atmosphere.
"Thank you, Chu Yao," Lin Yi said softly.
"No need to thank me, it's what I should do," Chu Yao said calmly, but her eyes betrayed her true thoughts.
Just as the preparations for the Chamber of Commerce were proceeding smoothly, the "Key of Time and Space" in Lin Yi's hand suddenly emitted a dazzling light.
Before he could react, a familiar voice rang in his ear: "Lin Yi, the situation has changed..."
The "Key of Time and Space" burst forth with a blinding light, startling Long Wu so much that he almost threw away the top-tier equipment he had just acquired.
"Holy crap! What's going on? This thing is going to explode?" he shouted in terror, instinctively hiding behind Chu Yao, completely forgetting his awesome identity as a "true dragon bloodline".
Chu Yao remained calm and analyzed, "The energy fluctuations are stable, it's not a self-destruction, it's more like some kind of... communication request?"
Before Lin Yi could even complain about Long Wu's cowardly behavior, a familiar voice rang in his mind: "Lin Yi, long time no see." This voice belonged to none other than the elusive Xuan Mingzi!
Lin Yi rolled his eyes. This old guy always acts so mysteriously every time he appears. Can't he be normal for once?
"Old man, can't you just show your face? Aren't you tired of playing these telepathic tricks all the time?"
Xuan Mingzi chuckled, "Young man, you must learn to enjoy the mystery. Getting back to the point, your path in the Chamber of Commerce is destined to be anything but smooth sailing; the road ahead is fraught with thorns and challenges." Lin Yi pouted, "Nonsense, do you need to tell me that? I'm not a three-year-old." Xuan Mingzi continued, "However, the 'Key of Time and Space' in your hand is no ordinary item. It contains crucial information about the future development of the Chamber of Commerce. Whether you can find it depends on your own fate." After saying that, Xuan Mingzi's voice disappeared, leaving Lin Yi staring blankly at the jade pendant in his hand.
That old guy always only says half of what he means, it's infuriating!
He stroked the jade pendant, feeling its smooth, warm texture, and a strange energy slowly flowed into his body.
Suddenly, a line of mysterious text appeared on the jade pendant: "In the beginning of chaos, heaven and earth were established, and the gate of time and space was opened..." Lin Yi's pupils shrank sharply. This... could it be...?
He suddenly looked up, his gaze fixed intently on Chu Yao and Long Wu. "It seems we need to speed things up..."
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