Resurrection Empire
Chapter 89 - 63: Shearing the Wool of One’s Own People for Justice

Chapter 89: Chapter 63: Shearing the Wool of One’s Own People for Justice

"Mr. Ren, you didn’t have to push yourself this hard, you know?"

Wen Lei, the upright walking transportation tool, said to Ren Zhong on his back.

Zheng Tian ended today’s hunting activity early.

Before 5 PM, the team returned to town early.

After selling their goods, Zheng Tian and Wen Lei hurriedly went to the Mechanical Warrior training ground at the agreed time with Ren Zhong.

Actually, Zheng Tian didn’t need to come today, but she was afraid Wen Lei’s lack of social skills might mess things up, so she decided to come herself as a wingman.

According to Zheng Tian’s original hope, tonight would be a great opportunity for Wen Lei to demonstrate his solid skills, using free Mechanical Warrior beginner training guidance to further lure Ren Zhong into the fold.

On the way here, Zheng Tian repeatedly reminded Wen Lei to perform well and not disappoint the team’s expectations.

Wen Lei even took the time to prepare a teaching plan during the day.

Unexpectedly, when the two arrived at the scene, they only saw Ren Zhong lying flat on the ground in a corpse pose in the corner of the beginner area of the training ground.

Not beaten up, just tired himself out from overtraining.

Ren Zhong was already experienced with such extreme training.

Zheng Tian rolled her eyes; with his current state, what’s the point in training?

Since Wen Lei’s carefully prepared teaching plan had no place to be used, he could only "skillfully" follow Ren Zhong’s request, pick him up from the ground, and said slightly unwillingly.

Zheng Tian wanted to carry him herself, but with Ren Zhong wearing the full set of Exoskeleton Armor, only Wen Lei could manage it.

Zheng Tian said disappointedly, "Yeah, you can’t train like this in the beginner area. If the nutrition can’t keep up, the strain on the body is too big and counterproductive."

Ren Zhong weakly waved his hand, "It doesn’t matter. Manager Ju gave me two servings of high-absorption nutritious meals for the intermediate area, just enough to push me to the limit."

Zheng Tian, Wen Lei: "..."

Can you do that?

We were too abrupt.

Sorry, we can’t imagine the joy of a social king.

"By the way, Mr. Ren, what are your current parameters? I may not be very talented, but I learned a lot of basic knowledge before passing the First Level qualification test, and I can give you some reference for training plans."

After leaving the training ground, Wen Lei asked again.

Ren Zhong thought for a moment, "Carrying power 3.7 kilowatts, Physical Index 8.1."

He didn’t mention the terrifying Brain Reaction Index of 52.9, not wanting to discourage people too much.

But Wen Lei was already hurt.

He was greatly shocked.

How could a person’s parameters increase like that?

Yesterday you looked so frail, and today your Physical Index is almost up to standard?

Wen Lei originally wanted to ask if Ren Zhong had tried training cooperative movements, but then he remembered this person could wear armor and ride a motorcycle last night.

According to Zheng Tian, he could even drift! He wore First Level armor, activated the amplifier, and played drift with huge operational delay!

Wen Lei silently closed his mouth again.

He planned to go back and burn the teaching plan.

The three returned to the team’s courtyard.

This time Wen Lei was driving, Ren Zhong sat in the middle, and Zheng Tian was holding onto Ren Zhong from behind.

The situation was unique, with all three sharing a vehicle being very crowded, Zheng Tian had to hold on or she would fall off.

Ren Zhong was in Exoskeleton, so there was no skin contact.

After arriving at the courtyard and resting for a while, during dinner, Ren Zhong casually asked, "By the way, how was your harvest today?"

Once he said this, the previously lively dining table immediately became much more somber.

Zheng Tian put down her chopsticks and sighed, "Ugh, bad luck today indeed."

Even though tonight they bought some rare and expensive fresh produce to treat Ren Zhong, she felt that even the fresh stir-fry in her mouth was flavorless when she thought of the day’s ordeal.

"Huh?" Ren Zhong feigned surprise, "What happened?"

After hearing Zheng Tian recount the entire thing, Ren Zhong understood.

Amazing coincidence in history, the hunting ground chosen today was once again Iron Worm Forest.

Apart from not encountering the Blade Mantis, the team’s search route strangely overlapped in parts with the past.

However, the area had been thoroughly harvested by him the previous night.

It was expected that they found nothing.

Ou Youning grumbled, "Who knows which despicable bastard got there first, mimicking professional teams by taking only the crystal chips and leaving the bodies. Many times the sensors gave alarms, we hurried over, only to pick up corpses, not a single chip in sight. Truly frustrating."

Zheng Tian scratched her head, "I’m baffled as well. This was a classic route I summarized, which should yield results when cycled once every few months. But we found nothing...? Bad luck indeed."

Wen Lei also scratched his head, "Yeah, everyone only got 0.3 points today. It’s frustrating."

Even the indifferent biosynthesized man, Bai Feng, spread his hands wide, "Who could withstand this?"

Ren Zhong: "Pfft!"

Zheng Tian: "Mr. Ren, what’s the matter?"

Ren Zhong: "Nothing, nearly choked."

Very good, the suppression plan was a great success.

Failing to ensure they got nothing today was my mistake, next time for sure.

Although this was a bit unscrupulous, Ren Zhong’s conscience was clear.

Because today, they didn’t encounter their fateful foe, the Demon Blade Mantis either.

They survived.

Life is more important than anything else.

"Anyway, Zheng Tian, do you have any plans for after dinner?"

Ren Zhong started executing the next step in his plan.

Upon hearing this, Zheng Tian’s downcast mood perked up instantly, both surprised and delighted, and she honestly replied, "I was planning to visit the flea market. Do you have any requests, Mr. Ren?"

"A friend of mine is interested in becoming a Gunsmith. I have a small request—could you help me draft a beginner’s guide to Gunsmithing?"

Zheng Tian snapped her fingers, "No problem! I’ll write it after dinner! By nine at the latest!"

She was pleased; Mr. Ren had a new demand from her, a silver lining.

Ren Zhong smiled, "That would be troublesome for you. Thank you very much."

"No need to thank me! It’s just a small matter!"

With that, tonight Zheng Tian completely missed out on the Thunderbolt Car intelligence.

By tomorrow or the day after, she might inquire about it, but the car would be gone.

Great, another unstable factor was killed in the cradle.

Zheng Tian: "Does your friend need a gun, Mr. Ren? I still have a spare rapid-fire machine gun, almost new. I could give it to you."

Ren Zhong shook his head, "I can’t just take it, let’s go with the market price. 15 points. But I’m a bit tight now, I’ll pay you in a few days."

Seeing her persist, Ren Zhong said firmly, "If you gift it, I won’t take it."

"Uh, alright then."

"That’s settled then, I’ll take the gun tonight and pay you in a few days."

Ren Zhong currently had money but chose not to pay.

Sigh, not giving you the chance to buy a car.

The dinner ended in a warm, joyful atmosphere with both hosts and guests in harmony.

Zheng Tian was very satisfied with this progress.

Although she still couldn’t invite Ren Zhong to join the team or get any commitment from him.

But in any case, Mr. Ren, who interacted only with esteemed people and bantered with elegant scholars, was willing to dine with her team, and continue to seek help without reservation, indicating he didn’t see the team as outsiders.

A good start signals a bright future.

There’s still hope to climb up by holding onto Mr. Ren’s connections.

Keep up the efforts!

"So Brother Ren, what’s your arrangement for tonight? Check out the local entertainment? Didn’t you say you were curious about it, haha! I specialize in this! Want me to take you to a brothel to unwind? I guarantee you’ll enjoy it head to toe!"

Under the hint of Zheng Tian’s gaze, a satiated Ou Youning patted his stomach and suggested.

Ren Zhong’s mouth twitched.

Miscalculation.

Even old horses stumble sometimes.

Didn’t expect yesterday’s casual nonsense left a loophole, which Ou Youning, the old player, found as an entry point.

Ren Zhong felt a bit anxious, thinking he needed to throw out another plan for the night quickly, or he’d definitely be led astray by Ou Youning.

He immediately shifted the focus to Chen Hanyu, who hadn’t spoken during the meal, and said, "I was just talking nonsense. Actually, I’m not interested in those common girls. Are you free tonight, Chen Hanyu?"

Eh!

In the next instant, Chen Hanyu looked at Ren Zhong with nervous and astonished eyes.

Her gaze flickered, face blushing with both embarrassment and nervousness.

She even cast a seeking-glance towards Zheng Tian.

Zheng Tian’s eyebrows twitched at five times per second.

The chance is here! Hanyu you should go for it!

Wen Lei and the others’ eyes darted around with various meaningful expressions on their faces.

Seeing this, Ren Zhong immediately realized he had misspoke again.

Maybe this is the convergence of timelines.

He quickly remedied, "I’m sorry, it’s like this. Didn’t I say yesterday that I’m interested in becoming a Demolition Master? I’ve already gained some basic knowledge but wish to learn more about techniques. I trained my stamina for four hours this afternoon, exhausted, not in the mood to go out. Learning some lighter knowledge would be more relaxing. Are you available? I can pay for the lessons."

After listening, everyone had different feelings.

Zheng Tian and the other three were slightly disappointed.

Chen Hanyu seemed slightly displeased, "Mr. Ren, do you consider Demolition Master skills to be lighter knowledge?"

Involving her professional domain, she seemed to feel slighted.

Ren Zhong pondered, thinking that once he started learning, his talent couldn’t be hidden anyway, he might as well lay it out there.

"Although I previously only dabbled a bit, my talent in the field of a Demolition Master might exceed your imagination."