Starting Cultivation in Wasteland

Chapter 998 - 864: Uneasy

Qu Jianlei had already decided to give up the supplies on the Transfer Star, as the reserves weren’t that much.But the Abandoned Mine Star Body... he was really reluctant to part with it.

Most of his assets were with him, but there was still quite a bit of supplies stored there.

Especially the Energy Blocks, about thirty percent were left there, worth tens of millions.

He knew long ago that the Asteroid Belt had many wanted criminals, but the Anomalous Management Division capturing three Supreme beings... that’s too much!

Anyone would know that Supreme beings are not that easily captured, and if they’re wanted, their alertness would only be stronger.

Qu Jianlei once killed two Supreme beings in the Asteroid Belt, but his actions were not big at the time, and he stopped in time after killing two.

But the Anomalous Management Division’s method... Qu Jianlei had seen it with his own eyes.

They did not rely on the Awakened’s combat power, but instead, after the warships blocked the area, a large-scale search followed, with the warships being the main force in combat.

This form of search and capture is definitely not a small commotion, you don’t even need to think about it, surely many Supremes have quietly run away.

To still capture three in such circumstances, it shows how strong their efforts were.

Even more problematic is that capturing three Supremes is an outstanding achievement, and the Anomalous Management Division will undoubtedly exploit this.

With such achievements, their efforts to capture will only intensify, and even if the Celestial Hook Star Realm considers civilian welfare, it’s likely powerless to oppose.

As a result, the supplies in the warehouse on the Abandoned Mine Star Body will be hard to protect.

Yet, even realizing this, Qu Jianlei could only sigh helplessly.

Even if he rushes back now, would it be in time? More importantly: is it appropriate for him to go back now?

The not-so-wealthy pocket has become even poorer, he sighed quietly, "Any more news?"

Big Head Butterfly rotated his body, "Celestial Sound’s enemies already have a few leads, we’ll dispatch someone after further filtering."

"Leave this matter aside for now," Qu Jianlei shook his head. Celestial Sound’s plight was unfortunate, but who doesn’t have their miseries?

She’s already joined the team and presented her pledge of allegiance, but she still needs a period of observation.

Then he went to find Granny Jia and asked if there was anything else that needed dealing with.

The old lady stated that with her presence there, nothing too big would happen, but she proposed a new suggestion.

"Go and ask that guy about Mu Yu’s situation, if he can be recruited, it would be a good combat power."

Qu Jianlei had long known about Mu Yu, but for the same reason, he had no interest in forcibly recruiting like a Liang Mountain hero.

Anyway, if the Paranoid doesn’t speak up, he won’t ask actively, it was the same last time when he mentioned it just to avoid mistakenly killing Celestial Sound.

But since the old lady suggested it, he went to find the Paranoid.

However, the Paranoid’s reaction was a bit strange, he was silent for a while before sighing, "It’s no use, just keep him frozen."

Qu Jianlei rolled his eyes at this, "Okay, I’ll only ask this once. If you don’t say, don’t tell me about it in the future."

The Paranoid sighed again, "The problem is, even if I tell you, it’s useless... can you cure spiritual damage?"

Qu Jianlei pulled out a cigarette and lit it, speaking slowly, "If you think I can’t cure it, then I won’t say anything."

The Paranoid’s eyes lit up at these words, looking at him in amazement, "No way, you can really cure it?"

Qu Jianlei shook his head. Seeing the other’s eyes dim, he gently replied, "How will I know if I can cure it if you don’t say anything?"

The Paranoid’s expression darkened, "You better not lie to me, I’m very vindictive!"

He and Mu Yu were certainly not just senior and junior, the reason for their acquaintance was his interest in talents.

Only geniuses can understand how lonely the world of geniuses is, and how hard it is to find a peer.

Mu Yu was also a proud person, but she genuinely admired her senior.

The Paranoid initially put on airs—I’m appreciating your talent, it’s nothing to do with romance.

But Mu Yu was obstinate. After meeting the Paranoid, no one else caught her eye, so she pursued him relentlessly.

Later, she had an accident during an interstellar voyage. Although she was rescued, she became dazed and foolish.

The Paranoid originally avoided her, but upon hearing this news, he quickly went to her.

Unexpectedly, though Mu Yu had become dazed, when she heard he was coming, she secretly ran away.

However, her serious injuries prevented her from getting far, and the Paranoid caught her.

The Paranoid was brooding over her escape, deciding to freeze her—what couldn’t be cured now might be cured later.

Unfortunately, two hundred years later, the Imperial realm still has no good method for spiritual injuries.

The Paranoid didn’t mention that when he chose to destroy Gold Attribute’s convergence, it wasn’t just because he had faith in his theory.

He also wanted to research how to survive with Spiritual Power if his body were truly damaged.

Qu Jianlei wasn’t surprised by the answer; an injury the Imperial realm couldn’t cure was worth freezing... likely it was spiritual.

He pondered for a moment and asked, "Back then when she knew to run away from you, her spiritual damage wasn’t that severe, right?"

"Encountered abnormal radiation," the Paranoid sighed, "sometimes lucid, sometimes confused..."

"Similar injuries have occurred in the Imperial many times, with minimal physical damage to the brain, but severe imbalance in spiritual power."

Qu Jianlei pondered and asked seriously, "So, if we can enhance the spiritual power... there would be no problem?"

Isn’t that obvious? The Paranoid rolled his eyes, "Of course there’s no problem with strengthening spiritual power, but it’s not doable."

Qu Jianlei fell into contemplation upon hearing this, while the Paranoid watched him nervously—can you really manage it?

After a while, Qu Jianlei finally asked, "Is there any case of self-recovery from such an injury?"

"None," the Paranoid shook his head, answering without hesitation, "most people would just become idiots, luckily she’s Supreme."

He paused and added, "I’ve heard that in the time of the Primordial Warriors, there were some medications that could..."

At this point, his eyes suddenly lit up: the person in front of him knows far more about the Primordial Warriors than others!

Thinking of this, his heart began to race, "Could it be... Boss, do you have that medication?"

"Now you call me boss when you need something?" Qu Jianlei snorted.

"If, and I mean if, I can cure her, what do I get?"

"Name your price!" the Paranoid responded without hesitation.

After a pause, he shook his head, "Fine, you might think it’s insincere, I’ll take responsibility to recruit her."

Qu Jianlei laughed in exasperation, "As if I was eager for others to join."

But the Paranoid was straightforward, "You’re still a bit weak... Fine, just name your condition."

"Just keep it secret," Qu Jianlei answered without hesitation, "No matter what, keep it secret... can you do it?"

"Of course," the Paranoid responded immediately, and only then realized afterwards.

"You’re right, if this news spreads, you’d be in big trouble."

Qu Jianlei gave him a subtle glance, "Your trouble would be even bigger... I’m not joking."

"Okay, stop scaring me," the Paranoid waved it off nonchalantly.

He had always hated threats from others, and wouldn’t buy them even if others were stronger.

But hearing this good news put him in such a great mood that he didn’t bother to argue.

"As long as you can heal her, I’ll agree to anything... don’t laugh, there’s really nothing between us."

"It’s just that I’ve lived this long, and there aren’t many acquaintances left, maybe she’s the only one I have an eye for."

Qu Jianlei gave him a sideways glance, "Enough, explanation is just a cover-up... I never said I could definitely cure her."

The Paranoid wasn’t deterred by the sentiment, "If you can’t cure her, no one else can!"

Granny Jia had been perceiving their conversation all along, and rolled her eyes upon hearing this.

However, her attention was more on the matter at hand: medication that can treat spiritual power?

She’s already mostly back to peak condition, and with a few more years of recuperation, she could attempt a breakthrough beyond Supreme again.

However, the foundation of her body is a big problem, as she’s already very old.

Her body functions have improved, but when it requires her to push her potential, she simply has no potential left to exploit.

But to successfully break through, especially beyond Supreme, who wouldn’t expend their potential?

Overexertion isn’t frightening, if successful, all the effort will be rewarded.

Even failure isn’t a big deal, as long as you don’t die on the spot, it’s just the future quality of life that suffers.

Jia Shuqing is near her peak state, but lacks potential, and that’s simply because of her age.

Like on Blue Star, an elderly person of eighty or ninety could have a vibrant spirit and hike for miles without resting.

But they could easily fall and be gone in an instant.

The reason is a lack of life potential, poor risk resistance.

For a young person, even if weak and sickly, several falls might just cause some bruises, resting for a few days would suffice.

What Granny Jia needs now is life extension medication, as long as her potential is slightly increased, she will certainly attempt a breakthrough again.

She remembers the promise of Panda, but having lived for so long, she wouldn’t bring it up unless he does.

Now, hearing about medication that can enhance spiritual power, with the emphasis on secrecy, she couldn’t help but think of life extension medication again.

Of course, it must remain confidential, but... does such life extension medication really exist? Is it that miraculous?

No matter what, now that Panda is starting to help solve difficult cases, it wasn’t in vain for her to give some hints.

In fact, Jia Shuqing diligently designs various plans to reduce Panda’s chores.

Only when he’s peaceful and stable can he have the time and mindset to help others with practical issues.

The old lady is currently conflicted: Should I also go to Chaoyang Academy to experience it firsthand?