Shared Talent: Traveling through a hundred worlds simultaneously

"The crisis in the City of Glory... the barrier between nobles and commoners... and the potential traitor..."

Su Chen murmured to himself, his gaze piercing through the dense forest, as if he could see that magnificent yet tragically fated city.

"Perhaps it's time to visit Ye Ziyun's grandfather, that legendary demon spirit master."

He needs a bigger stage, and he also needs an ally who can understand and support his ideas.

The first step in changing the world begins in this city that is about to face a storm.

The dawn of technology is about to pierce the traditional fog surrounding this fantastical world.

The barriers between nobles and commoners will face unprecedented challenges under the impact of new productive forces and ideas.

Su Chen looked up.

A place that doesn't seem special.

This is home to the true pillar of Glory City, the legendary demon spirit master—Ye Mo.

Under the ancient trees in the courtyard, on both sides of the stone table.

Ye Mo wore a simple gray cloth robe, his hair and beard were all white, and his face was thin and frail. Only his eyes, which occasionally shone with a hidden light, seemed to contain the wisdom of the boundless starry sky and the accumulation of time.

He calmly looked at Su Chen, who was sitting upright opposite him, his fingers unconsciously stroking the rough edge of the teacup.

The air was unusually quiet, with only the rustling of leaves in the wind.

Su Chen did not rush to speak. Instead, he placed a seemingly ordinary metal box on the stone table, tapped it lightly with his finger, and the box slid open silently, revealing several exquisite artifacts inside.

A micro-energy core with a structure so complex it's dazzling, a thin, translucent membrane of psionic energy that is imprinted with countless circuits and glows faintly, and a tiny gear set that is slowly rotating on its own and constantly adjusting its internal structure.

They do not exhibit powerful energy fluctuations, yet they exude a beauty of ultimate rationality and order.

"Is this what you call a 'scientific' creation?" Ye Mo finally spoke, his voice calm and revealing no emotion.

His soul perception was already like the most precise probe, scanning these items, and the more he examined them, the more astonished he became.

The efficiency of these objects in utilizing spiritual energy and the ingenuity of their structure completely transcend any weapon crafting or rune system he knew, forming a rigorous, reproducible, and expandable logic of their own.

“They are the basic components, Elder Ye.” Su Chen’s tone was respectful but not humble. “They are the ‘techniques’. What I want to talk to you about today is the ‘Tao’ that carries these ‘techniques’.”

A glint flashed in Ye Mo's eyes: "Oh? Tell me about it."

Su Chen didn't answer directly. Instead, he stood up and faced the open space in the courtyard, his wristband glowing. "Elder Ye, please take a look."

hum-

This time, the summoning was much quieter than in the forest, and the energy was more restrained and efficient.

The silver-gray [Flame Dragon] mech quickly materialized amidst the flowing light, standing tall in the courtyard. Its smooth lines and cold metallic texture formed a strong contrast with the surrounding ancient environment.

It did not release any pressure, yet it naturally exuded a calm and powerful presence.

For the first time, Ye Mo's gaze showed a noticeable change.

He slowly stood up, walked to the mecha, and stretched out his calloused hand to gently touch the cold armor.

His soul power seeped in like a tide, not through rough probing, but through meticulous perception.

The more he perceived, the more turbulent the emotions beneath his calm face became.

This creation... its terrifyingly precise mechanical structure, those unknown principle devices that convert spiritual energy into power, defense, and attack, those auxiliary spirit arrays that seem to have a certain degree of autonomous judgment, are actually a combination of rudimentary artificial intelligence algorithms and psionic circuits... completely overturned his understanding of "external objects" and "power"!

This is far more than just a "powerful weapon." It's a system!
An external manifestation of a complete knowledge system that can be learned, replicated, and continuously iterated and improved!
"What level of combat power can it exert?" Ye Mo withdrew his hand, his voice still steady, but Su Chen could hear a hint of tension deep within it.

"In its current form, when piloted by me, it can directly confront newly-entered legendary spirit masters or demon beasts, and has a high chance of winning."

Su Chen answered truthfully, "If energy loss is disregarded, its maximum burst can threaten a legendary three-star weapon. Its core design concept is standardization and modularization. Theoretically, as long as the materials, energy, and knowledge are in place, it can be mass-produced and controlled by trained martial artists. It is even possible to design a simplified version specifically for bronze and silver-level users."

“Mass production…” Ye Mo repeated these four words, his fingers behind his back curling slightly.

He knew all too well what those four words meant!

This means that power can be obtained without relying on scarce bloodlines, rare demon spirits, or monopolized resources! It means that ordinary martial artists, as long as they are willing to learn and practice, may be able to obtain the protective power that was previously only a luxury that noble elites could only dream of!
Su Chen pressed his advantage, disarming himself and sitting down again, his gaze fixed intently on Ye Mo: "Elder Ye, you came from humble beginnings and endured countless hardships to reach the legendary level, so you know best what the biggest problem is for Glory City, and indeed for all human cities."
Is it an external monster? No, it's our own stagnant social hierarchy, the monopolization of knowledge and resources, and the despair of countless ordinary geniuses being buried!

His voice wasn't loud, but every word struck Ye Mo's heart like a hammer.

"Noble children are born with the best cultivation methods, resources, and education, while commoners struggle to even obtain the most basic body tempering techniques."

How many promising talents, who could have become gold or even legends, wither away in poverty and ignorance?

When the monster tide arrives, how many people can a few powerful nobles protect? After the city falls, who will scatter and flee for their lives?

Ye Mo closed his eyes, and countless memories surged forth.

The hardships he endured in his youth seeking a master, the resentful looks in the eyes of his companions who fell on the path of cultivation due to lack of resources, the decadence of the nobility and the suffering of the common people that he witnessed after becoming a legend... all these scenes flashed by one by one.

"Your 'science,' your 'mechanical mastery,' can change all of this?" Ye Mo opened his eyes, his gaze sharp as lightning, staring directly at Su Chen as if trying to see into the depths of his soul.

"Yes!" Su Chen said decisively. "Science, in essence, is a set of methods for understanding and transforming the world. It can analyze spiritual energy, optimize cultivation techniques, create auxiliary devices that allow ordinary people to improve quickly, produce inexpensive enhancement potions, and build powerful city defense systems."

It can break the monopoly on knowledge—I will establish open libraries and promote basic spiritual education! It can establish a fairer resource allocation system—resources are earned through contribution, not birth!

Su Chen's hand lightly traced across the stone table, his spiritual energy drawing simple shapes on the surface: "Imagine, Elder Ye. When commoners can also achieve a starting point no less than that of noble children through learning and contribution. When the defense of a city no longer relies on a few top experts working tirelessly, but is instead undertaken by thousands of autonomous defensive weapons and a scientifically trained, well-equipped legion of warriors."

When our productivity leaps forward due to technology, we will have more resources to cultivate the strong, explore the unknown, and reclaim lost territory... The glorious city will be as solid as a rock!
"Perhaps one day we can even launch a counterattack on the Monster Mountain Range, reclaim the lost lands of our ancestors, and make contact with other possible surviving human settlements!"

Ye Mo's breathing quickened almost imperceptibly.

What Su Chen depicted was not just a powerful force, but also a magnificent and hopeful vision of the future.

A future where we no longer succumb to internal strife and wait to die, but instead continuously expand outwards and unite the strength of the entire human race!

"What is your current cultivation level?" Ye Mo suddenly asked a seemingly unrelated question.

Su Chen released a slight trace of his true aura. The spiritual pressure of a peak Golden Realm expert flashed by, but its condensation and harmonious resonance with the surrounding spiritual energy caused Ye Mo's pupils to contract again.

So young, at the peak of his golden age!
His foundation was so solid, and his spiritual power so pure, that it even surpassed that of his contemporaries!

Moreover, the other party clearly still has enormous untapped potential. That "Way of Controlling Weapons" seems to complement his cultivation, bringing a deeper level of understanding and control.

Genius! No, a prodigy! And a prodigy with a clear path, lofty ideals, and feasible methods!
Ye Mo remained silent for a long time.

Only the sound of the wind remained in the courtyard.

Finally, he exhaled a long, deep breath, a breath that seemed to release the weight and anticipation of the past century.

His gaze toward Su Chen was no longer merely scrutinizing, but carried a heavy sense of determination and clear recognition.

"Throughout my life, I struggled to rise from humble beginnings and know all too well how cold the iron walls of social class can be. Even after becoming a legend, though I wanted to change things, I was often hampered by the deeply entrenched interests of the old order, and I was hesitant to act for fear of harming others. I could only make minor improvements, not fundamental changes." Ye Mo's voice was slow and powerful, each word carrying the weight of a thousand pounds.

"The path you pointed out, the power you possess, the potential you displayed... have shown me the possibility of truly breaking down this iron wall. This is not only for fairness, but also for the survival and prosperity of my human race! With external monsters eyeing us covetously, if humanity continues to indulge in internal strife and revel in the privileges of a mere city or region, extinction is only a matter of time!"

He stood up, and although he was dressed in plain clothes, he naturally exuded an aura of uprightness and strength.

"Strength is fundamental. A direction that can give everyone hope and unite everyone's strength is worth my old bones protecting and escorting you!"

He looked at Su Chen, his eyes as sharp as ever, yet full of support: "Su Chen, go for it. Promote your science, break through the channels of upward mobility. I'll shield you from the backlash of the old interest groups! Remember, you are not alone."

He paused, gazing beyond the courtyard wall at the rows of ordinary houses, his voice filled with unprecedented determination: "What you seek is not the private gain of one family, but the justice of one clan, and the general trend of progress in this era. For this, I have no choice but to do my duty!"

Determination took root at this moment. A legend of ordinary people and a reformer from another world formed an alliance.

The news wasn't immediately publicized, but changes were happening quietly.

With the resources in hand, and these were useful resources, Su Chen decided to use them for himself first, so that he could improve his cultivation level and better do what he wanted to do.

There was nothing he could do about it; he discovered that his aptitude was just average.

Fortunately, we have a cheat code that allows us to take the group route.

Even the protagonist, or an incredible being, might not be able to compare to oneself.

A few days later, in the center of the civilian district, the "Dawn Public Library," established with Ye Mo's involvement and Su Chen providing technical and partial financial support, quietly opened.

Initially, the book only contained the most basic books such as "Introduction to Spiritual Qi Sensing", "Detailed Explanation of the Twelve Forms of Body Tempering (Optimized Version for Commoners)", "Basic Herbal Identification Atlas", and some introductory books written by Su Chen, such as "Simple Mechanical Principles" and "Energy Basics".

Books were available for free borrowing, and volunteers—the first group of ordinary people who received basic training from Su Chen—provided explanations.

On the first day of opening, crowds thronged the area.

Countless ragged civilians, from children to the elderly, touched the rough but knowledge-rich pages with incredible excitement and longing.

Many adults had tears in their eyes, knowing that this meant their children might have a completely different future.

Following this, the "First Civilian Psychic Workshop," designed by Su Chen and established with resources coordinated by Ye Xiu, began recruiting apprentices, regardless of background, only assessing basic arithmetic and manual skills.

The product is simple: the "Dawn-I" psionic furnace, which can burn wood more efficiently, provide stable heat and a faint aura.

A "body-strengthening auxiliary joint support" that can assist in body tempering and correct movements.

The "Spirit-Seeking Compass" can detect faint fluctuations of spiritual energy in the vicinity and help locate low-grade spiritual herbs or safe water sources...

These things are not technically advanced, but they have genuinely improved the lives and starting points for cultivation of ordinary people at the bottom of society.

More importantly, they allowed the concepts of "science" and "creation" to penetrate the hearts of ordinary people in a gentle and beneficial way for the first time.

The working-class neighborhood began to radiate a long-lost vitality.

The children were in the open space outside the library, practicing body-tempering movements while enthusiastically discussing the "lever principle" mentioned in the book.

After school, the young people would gather together at the workshop to figure out how to improve the tools they had.

Some experienced hunters and herbalists have begun to try using the "Spirit Compass" and are providing feedback on their experiences...

Hope, like a spark, ignites in a forgotten corner.

Su Chen felt very satisfied to be able to witness this change. He never expected that his initial pursuit and concentration of resources would lead to such a dramatic change in the world and the era.

Yes, if one were simply unscrupulous, chasing resources for profit and doing other things, it might not have been so easy to get so much investment and soar to great heights.

His cultivation level had already surpassed the Gold level, reaching a higher level, but he also understood that he could only reach the peak of the Legendary realm at most in this place. To advance further, he needed to venture into a wider world, but the method could be different. (End of Chapter)