I'm trapped in a block

Chapter 1248 Under Calmness
The fans in the internet cafe were whirring, the computer cases were buzzing, and people were occasionally making noises as they surfed the internet.

The town remained peaceful, but Lu Youqi and Martin's hearts were still in turmoil.

Even now, they are still puzzled as to why the starting point of the abyss is such a peaceful town.

After receiving the network administrator's reply, Lu walked out of the internet cafe in a daze and stood on the side of the road, somewhat lost in thought.

Having traveled through so many worlds, this was the first one that made him feel lost.

At this moment, Martin timely reminded us, "We're not here to uncover the truth of this world, nor are we here to save it. We're here to find the one and only. Once we find the right 'blank slate,' take it out, and make it into Moring's container, our mission will be complete..."

Lu Qi shook his head: "But how can we find a blank sheet of paper if we don't know this place?"

He glanced at the distant mines and grabbed a fallen leaf from a tree: "We need to find the first playing card, right? That's what we need."

“Perhaps everything in this world can be considered the first card,” Martin said casually, then pointed to the fallen leaf in Lu You’s hand.

Even so, Martin couldn't guarantee it.

Looking at the fallen leaves in his hand, Lu Qi said, "We don't have room for trial and error. If what we take out isn't unique, it will waste a lot of time."

After saying that, he slowly released the fallen leaf, letting the wind carry it to the ground.

This world is very unique, but it cannot guarantee that everything is unique.

They must first determine where the roots started to rot, tracing upwards from the point of decay to ensure they find blank paper. Right now, they don't know whether the town is located above or below the point of decay.

Understanding the secret hidden in this tranquility is actually to pinpoint the source of decay.

"Martin, do you know how the Ever Thirst Distinguish Uniqueness?"

Martin nodded: "I asked it this question, and it told me that it uses calculations, and the extra constant is unique."

"constant?"

"Well, for example, in the formula y=ax+C, C is a constant that has nothing to do with anything else in the formula. It is unique. Even in more complex formulas, C still maintains the same value and is only related to itself. The result calculated by the formula is also affected by this C."

"So as long as the calculated result does not conform to the formula y=ax and there is a fixed deviation of C, it proves that uniqueness exists, right?" Lu Youqi immediately understood what Martin wanted to express.

"Yes, the Eternal Thirst One has always been using his knowledge to calculate everything around him. As long as he controls enough variables, he can calculate many things. But if he suddenly finds that every calculation is wrong, and every deviation is a fixed value, then a unique one has appeared. That's how he discovered Mo Ling..."

"That's a really crude method."

Lu Youqi sighed. If it was a matter of calculation, neither he nor Martin could do it.

He doesn't have that ability, and Martin needs to rely on dreams to make calculations.

However, Martin cannot use the power of dreams without restraint now. If everything is calculated, they will have to leave this world in minutes, not three days.

What else can be done?
They can't just wander around the town aimlessly, can they?

The wind rustled the leaves, disturbing their thoughts, while the increasingly hot ground steamed, making them feel restless without them even realizing it.

Lu forced himself to calm down and decided to proceed according to the previous plan.

"Let's go to the library first."

……

The two asked for directions; the town wasn't big, and they soon arrived at the town library.

In front of the library is a small square with many fitness equipment. The town's library is not particularly grand; it's just an ordinary little building that crams in all sorts of functions, including a cultural center, activity center, and offices. At this moment, a group of elderly people are reading newspapers in the newspaper section on the first floor.

Upon seeing these elderly people, Lu You's eyes lit up. The best way to understand a place is to ask the elderly.

He didn't disturb the elderly people reading the newspapers. Instead, he walked to the outside of the newspaper section and onto the corridor near the restrooms. There, he saw a kind-looking old man standing by the window at the end of the corridor, looking out as if he was thinking about something. He quickly went over to him.

"Hello, sir."

The elderly man didn't react at first, but after Lu Qi called him a few times, he slowly turned his head.

"Sir, may I ask you some questions?"

The old man nodded, then made a "shh" gesture to Lu Qi and said softly, "Okay, but you have to keep your voice down."

"Um... I wanted to ask if anything strange has happened in this town."

The old man paused, and instead of answering immediately, asked in return, "What aspect do you want to know?"

Lu Qi then realized that his question was a bit too broad.

He thought for a moment and added, "For example, some sensational events, or cases with suspicious circumstances, or some unusual events that no one can understand..."

He wasn't sure if his description was accurate, so after thinking for a while, he decided to give some more examples.

But just as he was about to continue speaking, the old man interrupted him.

"Have."

The old man nodded slightly, seemingly very certain that such a thing existed.

"Are you talking about something sensational? A case? Or some unusual phenomenon?" Lu You asked urgently.

"Yes, they are." The old man said calmly, "Very sensational and unusual cases."

Upon hearing the old man's answer, Lu Youqi instantly became excited: "Could you tell me in detail?"

"of course can."

The old man spoke in a calm tone and with great logic. He was probably a cultured man in his youth. When he talked about the past, his somewhat cloudy pupils instantly cleared up, and his stiff face showed a long-lost change in expression.

It feels like I've gone back to my youth.

"Back then, I had just arrived here and didn't understand many things..."

……

Xu Demin volunteered to come to Tonggu Town. As a college student of that era, he received a warm welcome as soon as he arrived.

"Demin, if you're having any trouble adjusting here, just come to me and I'll help you right away!"

The leader patted him on the shoulder and said something to him.

Talent is scarce in the mine, so people like Xu Demin are highly sought after. Various units are vying for him, and the leaders have to overcome all opposition and fight hard to get him.

"Sir, I've never understood why this place is called Tonggu (Copper Valley). Isn't it mainly a producer of iron?"

"Copper was produced in ancient times, but it's been almost completely mined out. I'll take you to see the mineral distribution later, and you'll understand..."

(End of this chapter)