Chapter 23: I Want It, But No Points

The restoration wasn't extensive, but it was effective. A few more treatments and Zhongli's wear and tear would certainly be completely repaired. Feeling the changes in his body, Zhongli grew uncharacteristically excited. "I wonder if this ability can be used on others?" Gradually calming down, Zhongli stared thoughtfully at this new function. It would be wonderful if this could indeed apply to others, as many of his old friends were suffering from wear and tear. The chat group lacked artificial intelligence, meaning he had to explore everything himself. Clicking open the treatment option, Zhongli began his experimentation. He glanced at Doctor Tea, Liu Su, standing before him. Then he selected "Use Treatment." In the next moment, a popup window visible only to him appeared: "Would you like to use the healing ability on Liu Su?" Seeing this, Zhongli's eyes sparkled with surprise. So it really could be used on others. Simply select the intended recipient. This was indeed an unexpected delight. With enough points, all the issues his old friends faced could be resolved. It seemed he needed to accumulate points. Currently, besides daily check-ins, there was no other method to earn points. Could he only save slowly? A few dozen points per day, averaging around fifty, would mean about fifteen hundred per month. With good luck, perhaps two thousand points. Not bad at all. "Waiting a bit longer is acceptable." If he refrained from spending unnecessarily, he could accumulate enough points. He could even sell items to earn points. With these thoughts, Zhongli felt reassured. Within one or two years at most, he could resolve everything and free everyone from wear and tear. Even Xiao's burden could be alleviated. Thinking of the young Yaksha, Zhongli nodded. Next time, he'd use it on him. Having made up his mind, Zhongli shared his discovery with takumi in the chat group. Zhongli: \\[Wear and tear can indeed be healed.] \\[This ability can even be applied to others.] Zhongli even posted a screenshot of the healing popup targeted at Liu Su. takumi eyes brightened upon seeing this. It could indeed be used on others? Even effective against wear and tear? takumi: \\[Looks like this healing ability is pretty good.] \\[It probably cures all sorts of ailments?] Touching his chin thoughtfully, takumi reasoned that any healing skill listed in the group would be exceptional. Curses, wear and tear—anything should be curable. A truly universal healing ability. At a thousand points, it wasn't expensive at all. Akeno: \\[That's an incredible power indeed.] \\[Could curses and similar issues be resolved with this?] Akeno joined the conversation, curious about the ability. Who didn't occasionally run into unexpected issues? Others in the group thought similarly. If applicable to others, then even serious illnesses like cancer might be curable through the chat group. But cancer probably ranked among the weakest ailments in such a universal system. Fujiwara Chika: \\[If that's the case, could Yu's issues be resolved with this healing power?] Chika became interested as well. It seemed extremely beneficial. Yu had her issues—her powers were too strong, causing headaches and discomfort when used. If any ailment could indeed be cured, wouldn't Yu's condition qualify as well? Could it be resolved? Yu: \\[Already resolved.] \\[I feel much lighter!] Yu quickly replied, having already purchased and used the treatment. As soon as Zhongli mentioned wear and tear could be treated, she spent her limited points. The result was better than she anticipated. She now felt unprecedentedly relaxed. Having joined the group early, she had accumulated points consistently. She only bought a phone from the items takumi uploaded. Everything else remained untouched, her points intact. Accumulating over a thousand points, she had immediately made the purchase without borrowing, unlike Zhongli. Group members were shocked seeing Yu's quick action. Already purchased? That was fast. And it worked? That was fantastic news, proving the ability's effectiveness. Any injury could be healed. Group members felt excited by this realization. takumi: \\[Yu, next time consider buying body enhancement.] \\[I suspect your magic issues stem from physical limitations.] \\[Your magic is too strong for your current physical condition, causing discomfort.] \\[Strengthening your body might solve this completely.] takumi offered detailed advice. Yu quickly responded: \\[I know, next time I'll buy enhancements.] \\[But if I enhance first, my magic might become even harder to control.] \\[Enhancement affects everything at once, so I opted for healing first.] Enhancing early would likely leave her unchanged, only intensifying her existing issues. takumi nodded thoughtfully. She was right. It wasn't just physical enhancement—it strengthened magic too. This explained why the cost multiplied significantly with each purchase. takumi : \\[That's true.] \\[If anyone plans to buy body enhancements, wait until you're stronger.] \\[Otherwise, it's just a waste since it doubles your existing state.] Group members agreed enthusiastically. Bronya: \\[I want it but have no points, so I'll wait until I'm stronger!] Akeno: \\[I have to save points now, though I might buy it soon since getting stronger will take time.] Himeko: \\[Same here. Looks like I'll have to put in some effort.] Fujiwara Chika: \\[I want it, but no points!] \\[I'll wait till I'm stronger!] \\[(?\\_)?] Those who needed it had no points; those who didn't urgently need it were saving points. Currently, everyone found the shop items unaffordable. Akeno was no exception; her points weren't sufficient yet, so she could only wait. After discussing the items thoroughly, the group reached a clear consensus: Overall, everything in the shop was excellent!