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The white of the Hope Gathering Place was still bustling with activity. Even though the battlefield ahead was intense, it did not diminish the hope of the people in the Hope Gathering Place.
The comfort of life here stood in stark contrast to the hardships faced outside. However, that was a privilege only ordinary Survivors could enjoy.
The truly busy places in the Hope Gathering Place were always in constant motion.
Take, for example, the Superpower Weapon Factory.
This had become the most frequented location in the entire Hope Gathering Place, where most Superpowered Individuals began their endless pursuit of upgrading Superpowered Weapons.
They desperately gathered resources, acquiring Zombie Crystal s, Essence Fruits, and other valuable items to spend here. Women, as long as they held power in their hands, could easily manage everything.
Only boundless strength and limitless power were what they sought after. In this apocalyptic world, these were the most tangible assets; possessing power meant having everything.
The current Psychic Weapon laboratory at the Superpower Weapon Factory was located independently near the Ushumar Mountains to the north of the Hope Gathering Place.
Here, the most dangerous experiments were conducted—experiments involving Psychic Weapons—where no one knew what kind of problems might arise.
"Everyone prepare for the next test!" a familiar voice shouted loudly, and more supporting Superpowered Individuals responded enthusiastically.
"Prepare!" The excitement was palpable; no one could understand the fervor of these Scientists. It wasn't about everyday battles but rather about the miraculous inventions and creations born from the sparks of scientific research colliding with one another.
They were creators of an era. They were also those who propelled technological advancement to glory. Among the crowd, a massive vehicle struck fear into everyone’s hearts. It resembled a Missile Vehicle from a post-apocalyptic world; however, unlike a heavy truck from that era, it was a bizarre car—short yet elongated, with almost no visible driver's area as all space was allocated for missiles at the back. The driver likely had only a small control position at the front.
Inside was an oversized man hunched over, adjusting every piece of data while over forty Superpowered Individuals simultaneously tested various attributes nearby.
A large quantity of Zombie Crystal s was being transported in. A whole truckload of Zombie Crystal s was neatly arranged together; this represented nearly all of the Zombie Crystal s in the Hope Gathering Place. Zheng Yifan did not use them to fill the nearly endless Time-Space Barrier or exchange them for technology from the First Vitality Era but instead poured all of them into the laboratory.
The Zombie Crystal s were continuously installed on the massive Missile Vehicle, concentrating the efforts of countless Superpowered Individuals.
"Boss, everything is ready. You can press the button now!" The chubby figure in the cockpit was Ten Thousand Steps, pointing excitedly at what looked like an old Self-Destruct Button.
"Hahaha! This button has been broken by you all. It seems like you set it up for self-destruction!" Zheng Yifan laughed as he walked over and casually slapped the button.
Suddenly, the entire machine began to operate, with a huge barrel-like structure slowly absorbing the power of the Zombie Crystal s. Inside was Li Ning's oddly shaped weapon, and the vehicle spun rapidly like a missile, gathering streams of Vital Energy and attaching them to its surface.
"What are the readings?" Zheng Yifan asked nervously, watching the machinery in front of him. He had no idea how it worked and could only observe the birth of this great invention.
"The Vitality Enhancement Index has risen by 0%, guiding the Vital Energy index has increased by 7%, and the Superpower compatibility has enhanced by 45%. The energy dissipation rate has been reduced by 70% compared to the last experiment, successfully meeting standards. The sustainable combat time is sufficient for twenty-one minutes and forty-six seconds, exceeding the expected standard of twenty minutes and forty-six seconds. There is still room for improvement, but the investment is quite high." The Data Analysis Team had transformed; they were no longer just a few individuals producing rough estimates.
The massive testing team now consisted of over three hundred members. All data had begun to be quantified, with measurement units that had never been used before being activated—units named by their creators.
Ten Thousand Steps felt particularly ashamed. A theorem named after him had already been scheduled for use when a world-shocking theory was invented.
"I declare! The Super Energy Attacher has been successfully developed! This will be a milestone for Superpowered Individuals. In large-scale battles, more powerful Superpowered Individuals will emerge using the Super Energy Attacher. This will significantly enhance the strength of High-Level Superpower users. Everyone present will be recorded in the patent for this technology; you will enjoy shares of the patent profits and rights to your names. Centuries from now, your names will shine alongside this technology!" Zheng Yifan announced loudly, his face flushed with excitement.
Everyone smiled; time was of the essence. Zheng Yifan had taken time out of his busy schedule just to witness the successful creation of the Super Energy Attacher. This was the culmination of labor from Hope Gathering Place over the past few weeks.
There was no time to waste; given years or decades, they could only produce results as quickly as possible. Long-term projects were left to some tech enthusiasts to manage while projects with quicker returns were immediately put into production.
Just like now with the Super Energy Attacher, each use required a First Level Zombie Crystal. Although it didn’t seem like much at first glance, it would lead to long-term consumption; once used, those Zombie Crystal s were gone and could not be recovered. Unlike large infrastructure projects where Zombie Crystal s were consumed alongside a significant amount of High-Level Soul Crystals, the total amount of Zombie Crystal s remained constant. Even when factories closed down, Zombie Crystal s would still be fixed assets.
It was like a rechargeable battery that could be wirelessly charged; regardless of how long it was used—barring any potential wear—it could still function effectively.
The Super Energy Attacher was different; the Zombie Crystal it used was a one-time destruction device. It could channel all its power into the Superpowered Weapon in a single use.
It was a celebration, devoid of the madness typical of a Post-Apocalypse scenario. Everyone received a portion of steak, a whole roasted chicken, and a bottle of Moutai.
This time, Zheng Yifan did not hold a grand feast. Over time, he had come to understand his limits. Those delicious dishes could boost morale, but they needed to be surrounded by layers of barriers, making them difficult to enjoy while still allowing for a touch of luxury. This way, he could ignite the fighting spirit within the Survivors; if everything was handed to them on a silver platter, they would grow lazy over time.
Revenge breeds hatred; this was true not only in the Post-Apocalypse but also in the Apocalyptic World.
“Hey! Boss, we’ve completed such a challenging project with the Super Energy Attacher. Can I start developing some projects independently? I need a laboratory and a large batch of experimental equipment. A lot of Zombie Crystal s! I want to make some groundbreaking inventions!” Ten Thousand Steps was eager to complete his innovative creations.
However, Zheng Yifan had to interrupt his wandering thoughts: “Stop dreaming! You have a month-long internship at the Superpower Weapon Factory. No matter what you do, spend this month building good relationships with everyone and understanding how Superpower collaboration works. Don’t just focus on your Inscription Master’s singular Superpower research; pay attention to collaborating with other Superpowered Individuals and don’t isolate yourself!”
Zheng Yifan scolded him sternly, yet his words were filled with concern. As long as Ten Thousand Steps could unite with other Superpowered Individuals and collaborate on Superpower research, resources and opportunities would be provided to him.
Ten Thousand Steps grinned as he gnawed on his chicken leg. He watched Zheng Yifan while his fingers danced over the Zombie Crystal s.
At that moment, the Zombie Crystal s used for the experimental test data ranged from First Level to Third Stage. Zheng Yifan was reluctant to use too many Zombie Crystal s.
To him, Zombie Crystal s were incredibly precious.
But even if he didn’t want to use them, it was no longer an option; the urgency of war was increasing.
Nearby, Old Qin from the Superpowered Weapon Factory looked at Zheng Yifan with a silly grin.
“Boss, how many Super Energy Attachers do we need to order for our Gathering Place? Our engineers are waiting for their meals!” Old Qin looked just like an old tree that had stolen some oil.
"What's the rush! Your order is guaranteed. The battlefield could erupt at any moment; do you really think your order will be overlooked? It seems you've fallen into the trap of money!" Zheng Yifan shot a glance at Old Qin, his hands never stopping as he placed an order for ten Super Energy Attachers, specifying that they must be the concentrated type. A finalized product.
The current Super Energy Attachers were too bulky; transporting them was a significant challenge. They were manageable for use right in front of the Gathering Place, but long-distance travel was out of the question.
At least until the large trucks were officially put into service, they couldn't be used.
Ten units were merely the quantity needed for the upcoming battle. After the war, with the Super Energy Attacher's space compression and efficiency improvements, there would be even greater prospects ahead.
Zheng Yifan had high hopes for the future of Hope Gathering Place and even more faith in the Superpower laboratory there. They could undoubtedly create a more brilliant Superpower Era.
In the Ushumar Mountains, Zheng Yifan could truly relax, free from worries about trivial matters. He could genuinely unwind and enjoy the thrill of developing Superpower Technology in this post-apocalyptic world.
Unfortunately, happy times always flew by quickly. Once today passed, he would have to dive back into battle again. According to reliable sources, the Floating Ship from Tiger Mouth Military Base had already been delivered and could cross the river at any time.
They would never breach Jiang Grand Bridge; those formidable defenses were prepared to withstand Advanced Zombies, with targets set as high as Fourth Stage or even Fifth-Stage Zombies.
Given Tiger Mouth Military Base's capabilities, they wouldn't dare recklessly assault such a stronghold. Most of their power relied on Zombie Potions, which were not cost-effective for siege warfare. They excelled in close combat, while Zheng Yifan and his team were far better suited for breaking through defenses.
However, those who recklessly charged into close combat without proper strategy were hardly wise; they might as well be fools. (To be continued)
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