Chapter 114 - 114 97 Big Customer Fifth Update

114: Chapter 97: Big Customer (Fifth Update) 114: Chapter 97: Big Customer (Fifth Update) “Ah, how happy it is when receiving salary but how sad when the wallet is empty…” While waiting for the finished product at the Cat Car workshop, Lu Ping’an had some free time to wander around, and his wallet rapidly lost weight. Amidst the mechanical roaring, lathes and molds whizzed by, and hand drills and hammers were mixed in use. The craftsman’s things were somewhat incomprehensible to Lu Ping’an. Moreover, there was more than one craftsman in this small workshop, as several colleagues had been invited by Hou Yixi to help. Lu Ping’an couldn’t understand their busyness, but he knew that each stroke and hammering would cost him a bit more. “If I hadn’t just made a big sum, I wouldn’t dare to shop.” “Hehe, what’s the point of keeping the money if you don’t spend it? I still have some good goods here. Do you want to take a look?” “No need, I’ll just take these for now. If I keep looking, I’m afraid I won’t be able to resist chopping off my hand…” Now, Lu Ping’an was probably at the richest point in his life. Just this morning, he received a hundred thousand bonus and a thousand credit-coins for being in the top ten, which was worth at least two hundred thousand in total. Although he regretted not having received the consolation money earlier, the twenty thousand resettlement allowance that all students had given him a bit of surprise. Perhaps others in the top ten, or even the top hundred, were just eyeing the silver taboo items, but Lu Ping’an had been keeping an eye on this bonus all along. “It’s a pity that ordinary students can only receive the resettlement allowance when the school starts, otherwise, I could have made a fortune from Meow. Uh, should I be relieved that no money has been given? Otherwise, I wouldn’t be able to see Meow and Cat grabbing food every day.” After habitually persecuting Meow, Lu Ping’an did a quick calculation, kept some savings, and started spending money with big hands. He wanted to turn resources into combat power. In fact, the reason why the college gives each person twenty thousand resettlement allowance is just for this. Those who want to go to the battlefield should use this money to settle themselves down and at least prepare a weapon that can be used on the battlefield. For those who are more in the logistics field, use this money to buy some basic materials and quickly reach a level where they can make a profit. A warrior needs a knife, a Gardener needs at least a rented piece of land and some seeds, and doctors need to buy herbs and bandages. If Lu Ping’an had really spent the money unreservedly considering his quadruple spending in his four professions, it would be natural for him to run out of it in an instant. Good steel is used on the edge of a knife, Lu Ping’an decided to buy information first and then make targeted reinforcements, but the plan was good… “… Aren’t you going to do some personalization on your uniform?” “Personalization? What do you mean? Oh, you mean battle specialization?” His senior sister Xia Qin had also mentioned this. The Special Service Team uniforms are treated with pollution resistance and have some protection ability. They can be used as above-average Extraordinary protective gear. But when the uniform is given to you, most of the time it’s “not fit”. Not that the body size is wrong, but that corresponding combat needs have not been adapted in professional transformation. For example, melee fighters in the front line would add bulletproof armor, fireproof enchantments, and other protection. If they were runners, pants and skirts would need to be adjusted, and joints would need to be strengthened and shoes replaced. For Gardeners like Lu Ping’an, at least one or two “pockets” should be prepared. Not to mention others, that black trench coat that Lu Ping’an wore during exams is the result of his “customization.” The Special Service Team’s uniforms are designed with room for modification. Various components can actually be disassembled and cut.Rtements can also be made fairly good, but if you wait for the Administration Bureau’s Logistics Department to have time to transform for you… “At least several months, now the first priority is the maintenance of real combat weapons. Just this job is quite choked, many people’s weapons are broken and they directly buy new ones without waiting.” “I don’t know if the logistics reinforcement makes it any better, but it’s best not to have expectations. When the reinforcements arrive, there are too many other tasks that must be done first, so this ‘icing on the cake’ task will certainly be the lowest priority.” Xia Qin had reminded that such arms conversion was necessary. “The equipment must fit, you don’t want to be caught by the revolving door at the bank, and then be shot dead by the robber’s stray bullets.” Since this example was too real, Lu Ping’an also remembered these warnings. Now that the craftsman had taken the initiative to bring it up, Lu Ping’an thought about it and agreed. Upon receiving a new customer, the leather workers and tailors from the Cat Car Factory quickly arrived by phone. Not only did they quickly come up with a personalized plan, but they also brought out many parts for Lu Ping’an to choose from. Soon, this uniform turned into a long trench coat, adding a basic bulletproof and fireproof function while looking more stylish. The new shoes not only had a “wall climbing” mechanism, but also had the hardness to kick a steel plate. And the new mechanisms set up inside the trench coat made it easier for Lu Ping’an to play various tricks. If it wasn’t for the fact that this modification cost him a five-digit sum, Lu Ping’an wouldn’t be heartbroken. His fighting style has not yet been fully formed, so he only got the “basic transformation” to meet his current needs. A more tailored personalization costs six digits at the very least. “This money doesn’t last long…” Originally, it would have ended here, but Hou Yixi casually asked a question during his Battle Axe modification. “By the way, after your weapon is modified, it doesn’t seem to be worse than a silver weapon. Are you prepared with a ‘scabbard’? I can help you make one here, very cheaply.” Not worse than a silver weapon? Lu Ping’an chuckled. “…Hou Yixi, have you ever seen a real silver weapon?” Lu Ping’an was very confident in his new Battle Axe, but compared to his own “soup ladle”? They were not in the same category of drawing, how could they compare? The craftsman touched his head, somewhat helpless. “I saw a cursed dagger last year, but its owner wouldn’t let me touch it. You’re in the top ten this year, so…can I take a look at it? I’m willing to pay.” “Hehe, of course… not.” There was no way he could look at it, and Hou Yixi already knew the outcome, so he didn’t press further. As for the “scabbard” he mentioned, it was the first time Lu Ping’an had heard of it. “You don’t know? This is one of the most important common knowledge… oh, so you’re really a complete newbie. In that case, it’s like this…” This was not a secret, and Hou Yixi explained it in a few words. The difference between a quasi-pollution weapon and a taboo weapon lies in the fact that the latter is an independent “source of pollution” that can be used repeatedly without needing to be charged regularly. As a professional, if you’re holding a source of pollution, it will naturally interfere with each other. Although it’s not as bad as the balance between “profession” and “talent abilities”, accumulating “radiation” is definitely not a good thing. “Especially in your case, a first-tier holding a silver-tier taboo item, the tier gap is too large. It’s very likely to stimulate your talent ability to mutate at a high speed, so you need a ‘scabbard’ to isolate the influence. Although it can’t completely isolate it, at least when you’re not using the weapon, it will reduce the impact.” Now, Lu Ping’an understood why this was considered “common knowledge,” and why Big Cat had never told him about it before. “Chris?” “Do you think this level of pollution has the capacity to affect you?” “I knew this was the outcome, but it seems like I still need a scabbard. Ugh, I hope it’s not too expensive.” Lu Ping’an sighed helplessly. Being a genius was indeed hard. Sometimes, just to avoid standing out too much, he had to spend money to disguise his extraordinariness. Big Cat, as always, ignored Lu Ping’an’s Versailles-style lament. But at this moment, Lu Ping’an suddenly thought of a crooked idea. “Eh, what if I put the weapon in my space bag…” “Do you have a silver-tier space bag? Those are priceless treasures. Low-pollution space equipment cannot bear too strong pollution.” At this point, Lu Ping’an, while shocked, felt both relief and fear. Fortunately, he hadn’t directly put the silver-tier weapon away and told others that it was already in the bag; otherwise, it would have been difficult to explain. As for Big Cat? It never took low-level weapons seriously, so naturally, it forgot to remind him. But after talking about this, even if it’s just for disguise, this sum for the “scabbard” cannot be saved. “Even if you don’t care, think about the family you live with. I’m a sword maker, and making scabbards is my specialty. Rest assured, the quality is guaranteed, and the design is very novel.” So, not long after, Lu Ping’an received two “boxes.” The silver-tier one was super expensive, and also… “Why is it square, with a cross on top? It looks like… a coffin?” “This design saves material and is stable and resistant to impact. The cross is a ‘demon-suppressing’ rune, placed on the top for aesthetic and practical purposes. It’s very cost-effective!” Lu Ping’an sighed helplessly, indeed he couldn’t expect much from the “novel and beautiful design” in the mouth of a science guy. He was ready to leave, as if he stayed any longer, there would be a real problem… “Hey, Lu Ping’an, you have the Runner profession, do you need to adjust your sole? Your heels must ache often, right? Get a shock-absorbing system…” “Don’t you have any suitable armor? Didn’t you say you wanted the Fire Dragon set? I have a brand new one here, even if you don’t want the whole set, take this Fire Dragon Shield (Axe). It’s very useful… ” “Soldier? Soldier? Oh, do you need firearms? I have handmade muskets here… ” This isn’t a Cat Car Factory; it’s a Goblin Factory! Even the Goblin King wouldn’t make money this ruthlessly. It’s just that the service attitude is good, and the items provided are indeed cost-effective and practical, making Lu Ping’an unable to help but spend money again and again… “Are you sure you can use the Fire Dragon Shield Axe? This thing doesn’t even count as a pollution product. What kind of arrows can it block?” “Big Cat, you just don’t understand men! How could this shield-axe be used to block arrows? It’s for hanging up at home!” By this point, Lu Ping’an also knew that he couldn’t stay in this money-consuming furnace any longer. Lu Ping’an somewhat regretted not listening to the advice a few hours ago. Indeed, after placing the order, when Hou Yixi learned that Lu Ping’an had an “appointment” in the afternoon, he told him. “You can go and get busy first, and come back to pick up the equipment after you’re done.” But Lu Ping’an refused. He just stood there, silently watching them complete each modification. It wasn’t distrust. There was a contract binding the craftsmen, and they couldn’t play many tricks since it wasn’t worth ruining their reputation over Lu Ping’an’s stuff, but he was waiting… “Lu Ping’an, are you going to take action later? Inside the school?” At that time, Lu Ping’an just smiled and didn’t give a direct answer. He wasn’t sure about the answer himself, but if he guessed correctly, the probability wasn’t low. “Alright, let’s get this done quickly.” Hou Yixi didn’t ask further, just told his partner to work overtime and attend to the young big customer. Finally, just before the so-called afternoon tea at 3 o’clock, at the cost of severely slimming down his wallet, Lu Ping’an had already put on a full set of equipment and arrived on time for the appointment. And the senior Hua Xueyi who was facing him, was a bit stunned when she first saw him. How did his equipment change completely in just a few hours? This fully armed appearance, could it be that he had already guessed what she wanted to do?