From scrap mecha to science fiction paradise

Chapter 201 Facing the Challenge
"Big dog owner!!!"

This time, Zhao Xing was really hit hard by Qiao Wa.

In an instant, he looked regretful and heartbroken.

Think about it, when I was an F-class pilot, Lin Yu was not even an apprentice pilot, not even a federal citizen.

It’s only been so long.

I am still an F-class pilot.

However, Lin Yu even had one of his security guards driving an E-class machine.

Only at this moment did he realize it deeply.

The gap between people is really bigger than that between people and dogs.

Even Spot's expression was a little subtle at this moment.

As the saying goes, I am afraid of my friends suffering, and I am also afraid of my friends driving a Land Rover.

I'm actually not as successful as a security guard under my friend. Just imagine how miserable I feel.

"I told you I would help you modify your machine, but you didn't want to."

Lin Yu shrugged.

"Change. I'm already accumulating merits."

Zhao Xing thought about it and said, "But let's make it clear first, I don't want to really get a mecha mount."

"The mount thing was just a joke, you took it seriously."

Lin Yu couldn't help laughing and said, "Don't worry, if you need to make any changes, come over anytime. I'll come up with a plan first and then make the changes after I've reviewed it."

With his current level, modifying and designing a mecha is a piece of cake for him.

Naturally, he was happy to help Spot and Zhao Xing, two of his earliest friends, to improve their strength.

"Then I'll leave mine to you as well."

Spot didn't bother to be polite with Lin Yu. He smiled gently and acted as if asking for help.

"a piece of cake."

Lin Yu smiled, then remembered something and said, "By the way, since you are here, I would like to discuss a business deal with you."

"Business?"

Spot was slightly surprised.

Lin Yu said: "You also know that I was researching the Sky Sword missile before. Now it has basically been put into use. It consumes a lot of raw materials. It is not worthwhile to spend merit to buy it from the Pilot Association."

"You want to get parts and materials from Spot Industries?"

Spot immediately understood what Lin Yu meant.

Although many accessories and rare materials are less circulated, they will still circulate after all.

In fact, unless it is something that is difficult to mass produce, banned from sale, extremely rare, or some forces keep the technology confidential and are unwilling to sell it to the outside world, other accessories that are not particularly high-end will definitely still have normal commercial circulation.

The significance of an organization like the Pilots Association lies primarily in making it easier for those without sufficient funds and a comprehensive network of relationships to obtain resources, and secondly, in facilitating the exchange of high-level resources and technology.

The division of labor in technological development is becoming more and more refined and the structure is becoming more and more complex. It is difficult for a company to build a complete industrial chain to produce something alone.

Even if they can do it, it is impossible to be proficient in everything. In terms of quality and technology, it is definitely far inferior to a company that specializes in the research and development of a certain technology.

In this case, the birth of a mecha may require various accessories and technical support produced by dozens or hundreds of manufacturers.

It just so happens that high-end materials and technologies are scarce, confidential, or have restricted circulation, which has led to the formation of many such limited cooperation platforms.

Moreover, the pilots' association is more focused on individuals, small and medium-sized groups, and non-related industry organizations.

That is, they are unable to open up all the channels for resources they need to obtain, are unable to carry out large-scale cooperation, or are companies that are not engaged in mecha-related industries but have demand for mechas and various types of weapons.

Just like Turing Interactive Entertainment, their business is limited to software technology and games. If they want to train their own pilots, the most convenient and quickest way is naturally through the Pilots Association.

In addition, real capital groups must have their own industrial chains and business exchanges.

Giant companies like those that are truly engaged in mecha production, even if they can achieve perfection in every aspect of mecha and other weapons on their own, at least they have supply channels, and they are more likely to have their own exclusive technologies and interest exchanges.

Even without the help of platforms such as the Pilots Association, they have the ability to create their own products.

Therefore, pilots with large capital support, especially those with support from mecha or military-related companies, often have actual strength far beyond their level.

After all, in addition to the Pilots Association, they can also obtain components and corresponding technical support teams through the capital behind them.

It is hard to say that this factor was not a factor in the fact that Zhong Changhe was mentally unbalanced after being hit by Zhang Wuji.

Of course, let’s get back to the topic.

The Pilots Association is mainly a platform for facilitating the exchange of technology and resources.

More comprehensive access to resources also makes it easier to exchange high-level scarce resources.

For those resources that are not particularly high-end and scarce, they will definitely be circulated in the market, and companies may even have to compete with each other for orders.

It’s just that it’s more convenient for pilots to obtain it from the Pilots Association, and it’s cheaper purely in terms of price.

There is a premium in the market, but the Pilots Association can achieve a supply close to the source due to its special nature. In terms of price conversion, it can be several times cheaper, and can directly earn and spend merits.

But if you really have the channels and are willing to spend federal currency, then of course it is possible.

The Sport Industries Group is a military-industrial enterprise famous for manufacturing thermal weapons such as missiles and artillery shells.

Although it cannot be said to be particularly famous, it certainly has no shortage of basic channels.

"If it's not too much trouble, I do mean that."

Lin Yu nodded.

The cost of the Sky Sword tactical cruise missile is still relatively high.

Purchasing with merits may be cheaper simply from the perspective of conversion, but it is the merits of flowers after all.

It is obviously not cost-effective to use merit to produce such consumables.

Of course, it would be the best option if you could purchase it with federal currency through existing channels.

Before, I didn’t have enough federal currency, so I had no choice.

But now he still has 280 million, nearly 300 million in cash flow, so naturally he has to make use of it.

"Of course it's not a problem. On the contrary, it helps me increase my sales."

Spot chuckled and nodded.

In addition to raw material supply channels, Spot Group has also been trying to build its own material accessories industry chain, which is already within its business scope.

For this kind of resource where supply and demand are not completely unbalanced, there is naturally commercial competition, and being able to get orders is also a performance.

"Then it's settled. Just keep the price normal. No need for discounts or anything like that."

Lin Yu happily finalized the matter.

From Zhao Xing's words, he actually knew vaguely that Spot's current situation in Spot Industries was not very good.

So there is no hope for discounts.

It would be better to say that he originally wanted to give orders to Spot to improve its performance.

Of course, this is also a win-win situation. The performance that Spott can achieve may improve his personal situation, and he also solved the channel problem of materials and accessories through Spott.

It would also be good for Sport if he could achieve a higher position within the group.

"You two, one got the performance, the other got the resources, why don't you treat me to a celebration together?"

Seeing the two of them discussing cooperation calmly, Zhao Xing felt happy for them and immediately started blackmailing them with a smile.

Of course there is no doubt about this.

Not to mention celebration, Lin Yu, as the host, must also do his best to be a good host.

He simply called everyone together and held a party.

Afterwards, Zhao Xing somehow thought of the Yinbing Armor again, and while slightly drunk he insisted on going for a test drive.

As a result, after experiencing the E-level armor, especially the E-level armor specially designed by Lin Yu, this guy was even reluctant to get off.

"If I wasn't so familiar with you, I might have listened to Qiao Wa and stayed." When Zhao Xing came out of the cockpit, he looked unsatisfied and almost wanted to listen to Qiao Wa and stay in heaven.

After some laughter and fun, the party was coming to an end.

Before leaving, Lin Yu signaled to Qiao Wa, asking him to give the two of them another small gift.

"what is this?"

The two of them were curious about the palm-sized paper box that Qiao Wa handed over.

"The gift, and the reward I promised you."

Lin Yu just smiled and didn't explain much.

If you ignore that weird mouth, Zhao Xing is still quite reliable in doing things.

He had already gotten things done just before the party started, and got a group of public relations trolls from somewhere to set the pace for those provocative pilots on the Internet.

Among them, a few pilots who danced more happily and had stronger strength could no longer bear the squeeze from public opinion and the internet trolls, and publicly took the initiative to propose a bet challenge.

"The reward is just this small box? Aren't you too insincere?"

Zhao Xing complained while shaking the box. He could hear some subtle and dense noises coming from inside, but he didn't know what it was.

"Hey, you're wrong. This is a real good thing. Our boss only has one. There's nowhere else to buy it."

Lin Yu didn't explain, but Qiao Wa laughed.

The way he made faces seemed a bit vulgar for some reason.

"what?"

Zhao Xing successfully became curious and asked again in confusion.

"Hehe, inside is... you just need to... keep you..."

Qiao Wa leaned close to his ear and whispered something to him.

Zhao Xing: "Really?"

Qiao Wa: "It couldn't be more true. This is a benefit within our group. It has been personally tested and proven to be effective. The old guys all say it's good."

"What's the point of giving it to me? Am I someone who needs it?"

Zhao Xing's face suddenly straightened, and he pretended to be disgusted, but he honestly stuffed the small paper box into his arms and coughed dryly:
"But it's still good for health. It's always good to strengthen your body, so I'll accept it reluctantly."

"You guy..."

Spot was naturally listening nearby, and shook his head and sneered when he heard what was said.

Then... he also honestly put the box into his pocket and kept it close to his body.

After seeing the two off, Lin Yu asked everyone else to go and rest. He and Mo Dexian, who was sticking to his post, further advanced the manufacturing progress of the Flying Eagle. Today passed quickly.

the next day.

Spot was not available, but Zhao Xing came over again early in the morning.

"Boss! You are my boss from now on! Please let me enjoy the same treatment as your little brother!"

Zhao Xing who came here today was beaming with joy, and he looked as if he was about to slide to his knees.

"Not bad right?"

Qiao Wa looked as if he understood everything.

"Very... what's good? I don't understand what you are saying."

Zhao Xing answered subconsciously, but because he couldn't save face he pretended to be deaf and dumb.

Lin Yu was watching the two of them joking with each other and found it quite interesting and couldn't help laughing.

It was obvious that what Zhao Xing said just now was mostly a joke.

This guy's identity is actually quite mysterious.

At least Lin Yu still doesn't know what his family background is.

But being able to work with Spot and the others and becoming a pilot must be good.

Besides, the two of them are still familiar with each other.

No matter it is because of ambition or something else, there is always a threshold in the heart.

And of course it’s impossible that Zhao Xing came here today because of this kind of thing.

"Okay, okay, if you want to watch the fun, just go sit down first."

Yesterday was a reunion with old friends and he entertained them well, but today was different. Lin Yu was no longer polite and told this guy to wait in a disdainful manner.

Zhao Xing was not annoyed and sat down on the sofa with Qiao Wa.

He came here today just to watch the fun.

A few of those who were dancing most enthusiastically yesterday have publicly threatened to come and challenge him today. As half of the instigator, he certainly won't miss this good show.

Not just him.

Don’t be fooled by the fact that the area outside the Heavenly Court Mecha Group’s base is empty now.

But in fact, as long as you use a smart device to switch to the metaverse perspective, you will find that there are already crowds of people outside.

Early in the morning, the door was already crowded with people who saw the news and came over to join in the fun.

Anyway, the competition is fierce now. Companies and enterprises are competing hard, and workers are even more competitive. They either work too hard or become unemployed, or they find all kinds of messy freelance jobs.

There are also all kinds of messy cyborgs, genetic modifiers, dimensional beasts that may be teleported above your head at any time, and biochemical beasts, deadly weapons, and germs that are secretly researched by various organizations.

Even if some people who are bored suddenly come out to vent or take revenge on society, it would be a fatal matter.

Therefore, nowadays, a large number of people actually stay at home, relying on metaverse virtual avatars or remote-controlled robots to go out. They have a lot of free time, and can even operate multiple lines if they really can’t.

It's difficult to work at the same time, but there is definitely time to slack off or switch perspectives to watch the fun while working.

From this, one can imagine how many people came to watch this rare fun today, which also involved pilots and Ceylon's legendary Thunder Strike.

Fortunately, they are all virtual avatars and cannot enter private areas, so Lin Yu does not need to worry about maintaining order.

He was too lazy to even open the metaverse, and simply adopted the out of sight, out of mind approach.

"Are you Lin Yu?"

Soon, the first 'protagonist' of the day showed up.

"No need to waste time. I already know your intention. Put on your armor and we'll solve it at the door."

Lin Yu showed little interest and raised his hand to interrupt the man's opening remarks and self-introduction.

"Insanity!"

The first pilot who came to challenge was furious.

Little did they know that these words made many people who were watching the fun burst out laughing.

It's not that I feel disappointed.

But the same tone and the same words made it difficult for them not to associate it with Zhong Changhe in the video.

And the result... is the same.

Lin Yu went straight into the cockpit of the pilot who had been standing next to him for a long time. He waited for the challenging pilot to come over, allowed him to attack first, and then used a halberd to break the vital part of his aircraft.

Kill instantly with one hit.

Then he took off a part of the machine that he had taken a fancy to as a 'bet', and did it in one go.

Then, without taking off his armor, he just stood on his horse with his sword drawn and his spear in hand.

The majestic and towering appearance, as well as the deep and majestic mountains, made the people in the Metaverse who were originally laughing and watching the fun gradually lose their voices as soon as the show started.

It's not that I was amazed or shocked by the instant kill.

Instead, he subconsciously felt that speaking any more at this moment would be a very offensive thing to the black-armored general in front of him.

Just like entering a quiet library or a solemn place, I instinctively restrain myself.

(End of this chapter)