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Chapter 278 Losing on one front, Ellie comes to the rescue (5.4K)

A few days later, on the "Veteran" platform, a series of free courses titled "A Brief Analysis of the Practical Application of the Rules of Gold (Elite Optimization)" was quietly launched under a newly registered account named "Dongfeng-Linyi".

The virtual image background is simple, and Lin Yi is dressed in casual clothes.

"Fellow soldiers," Lin Yi began simply and directly, "The Star Force's Basic Combat Manual and the Standards for the Application of the Golden Rules are the cornerstones tested by the flames of war, and are the guidelines that every soldier must master."

"What I am sharing here is my personal experience in the process of fighting against the Kunmo tribe. It is applicable to fellow practitioners who have laid a solid foundation and are eager to pursue better solutions in the details."

At the edge of the K-77 star system, in a forward base located in a Tier 3 battlefield, Hogan, a Starswirling-class commander with three silver stars embroidered on his shoulder insignia, was browsing the platform during a lull in the battle.

He majored in the Rules of Gold, and when he saw Lin Yi's name and realized it was the Rules of Gold again, he immediately clicked on it.

"Node optimization for the Gold Shield?"

Hogan raised a thick eyebrow and immediately began simulating the pose in his private training area.

A few minutes later, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

"That's interesting. Although this kind of trick has limited effect on improving Star Swirl-level characters, the idea of ​​this kind of precise control can definitely be taught to the lower-level characters. If those Star Core-level guys can master this skill, their survival rate will be greatly improved."

Hogan didn’t hesitate to send the course link to his battle group’s internal network, with the note: “All practitioners of the Golden Rule, study and discuss on your own. Each company should report their insights and experiences in a week.”

For him, Lin Yi's free courses were a beneficial supplement to improving the overall combat effectiveness of the troops.

Hogan's actions represent the general attitude of junior officers in the Star Forces.

Pragmatic, valuing the practical improvement effect of the course on grassroots combat capabilities.

In the video, Lin Yi then went on to analyze a common move called "Breaking Army Slash".

"Standard tutorials require filling every circuit with energy to achieve maximum burst. But I've noticed something at this cyclical point..."

Lin Yi marked a key turning point in the energy path. "If about 15% to 20% of the remaining power is retained, it will not only not weaken the power of the core strike, but will also eliminate the slight stiffness caused by the energy infusion, making the connection between the finishing move and subsequent tactical actions smoother. It can be about 0.1 seconds faster."

"That fraction of a second could be the decisive advantage in a close encounter, but it requires a certain level of control over energy sources, so it is recommended that elites learn it."

Lin Yi's explanations were devoid of vague theories; they were all based on practical experience and focused on micro-innovations and optimizations of the existing system's details, much like a top-notch sergeant sharing his unique expertise.

In fact, Lin Yi was well aware that the training manuals developed by the Astral Army over the years must be the optimal solution that balances efficiency and power. However, what he provided was a direction for those veterans and elites who were capable of taking it a step further.

After all, in order to optimize these basic moves, Lin Yi not only used up his own insights but also spent almost half a year's worth of spiritual energy to conduct an in-depth exploration.

Lin Yi thought to himself that unless someone at the Transcendent Realm level came down to specifically study these minor techniques, no one could match his level of mastery.

Initially, the course went smoothly after its launch.

But as time went on, especially after many officers like Hogan began to recommend it, and elites and veterans in frontline units tried and validated it, the course began to receive more and more positive feedback.

These comments all exhibit a typical military style.

"Mark. The node optimization method has been verified by the Seventh Patrol Team. When facing the high-intensity chiseling attack of the Kunmo Clan Claw Assault Team, it can effectively increase the shield critical point and buy a critical time window for counterattack. It is recommended to apply it to members with excellent source energy control accuracy or above."

"The technique of conserving energy with the Breaking Army Slash has been incorporated into the Blood Blade Squad's internal training curriculum. Initial feedback: Team members skilled in agile raids are adapting well, while those who rely on direct attacks need an adjustment period. Thank you for providing this new idea."

"The content has high reference value and can be used as supplementary teaching material for standard tactical training to stimulate soldiers to think more deeply about the use of their own abilities."

"His thinking is unconventional, but it is indeed effective. Lin Yi of the Dongfeng Mercenary Group truly lives up to his reputation."

These responses were calm, objective, and clearly pragmatic.

These comments suggest that Lin Yi's free courses are seen as a high-level supplement and inspiration for optimizing mature military training systems.

In the eyes of these people, the value of the course lies in providing personalized solutions and improvement paths from top talents for those elites who have reached the upper limit of the standard and are beginning to seek breakthroughs.

Soon, the number of people paying attention to the course began to grow steadily.

This free course has been updated for nearly two years. Through continuous high-quality basic courses, the name "Dongfeng-Linyi" has gradually become associated with labels such as "practical elite" and "optimization master" within the platform.

Two years later, Lin Yi felt that he had established a good reputation, so he officially launched his carefully prepared paid column.

In his course introduction, Lin Yi clearly stated that the course was positioned as both "supplementary" and "advanced".

The first column is "Spatial Rules: Phenomenon Identification and Basic Response Guide".

Lin Yi priced it at 200,000 military merits.

In his introduction, he clearly stated, "This course is not a systematic transmission of spatial rules, nor is it intended to train spatial practitioners. Its core objective is to help those in need to better identify and warn against enemy spatial abilities, and to master several defensive strategies that may be implemented at the star core level."

This course covers "Analysis of Common Spatial Fluctuation Characteristics", "Beyond Line of Sight Early Warning Techniques", "Principles of Basic Spatial Interference Force Field Arrangement", and "Defensive Postures for Dealing with Low-Order Spatial Cutting".

Lin Yi wasn't afraid that this knowledge would be used against him, since it was just basic application.

Moreover, once the rules of time are mastered, the combination of time and space becomes a completely different concept.

The second column is "Life Rules: Specific Battlefield Damage Response and Survival Enhancement".

Lin Yi priced it at 100,000 military merits.

At Xuanji's suggestion, Lin Yi wrote the following introduction:
"Focusing on the emergency treatment and resistance to various regular damage types most frequently encountered in current battles against the Kunmo tribe, such as 'Deadly Erosion' and 'High-Frequency Energy Oscillation'. The content serves as a supplement and enhancement to standard battlefield first aid, aiming to improve an individual's chances of sustained combat and survival in harsh environments."

The content includes "rapid identification and suppression methods for specific rule-based toxins", "life core maintenance techniques in severe injury state", and "introduction to purification for several common rule-based attacks".

After the course was released, Lin Yi thought that the Space Rules column would be a best-selling item.

After all, this is the rule of the higher authorities.

However, the reality is exactly the opposite.

The sales curve for the "Spatial Rules" column was flat. Although there were quite a few buyers, it was far less than he had expected. The comments section was also rational and restrained.

"The course has a clear positioning and targeted content. However, the threshold of 20 military merits determines that its audience is mainly a group of outstanding talents who are determined to achieve this goal, or specific research departments."

"Legion-level fortresses already have large spatial stability matrices, which are sufficient to suppress spatial forces at the rule level. This course can only improve the ability of warband-level units to respond autonomously to spatial rules, so its necessity is very low."

However, amidst the overwhelming majority of pessimistic voices, a small group of people, without commenting, were secretly making purchases.

In the core region of the human race's territory, the third elder of the "Lan Family," a family with a long history that originated from military achievements, is reviewing a procurement list.

The list prominently features Lin Yi's "Spatial Rules: A Guide to Phenomenon Identification and Basic Response".

"Two hundred thousand military merits have exceeded the budget."

A deacon whispered a reminder.

The Third Elder shook his head and slowly said, "This is Lin Yi, who has completely mastered the rules of space at the Star Core level. I believe that although this course is called a coping guide, it actually contains his underlying understanding of the rules of space."

"We didn't expect any of our disciples to learn the rules of space from this after buying it; that's unrealistic. But putting it in the family's Myriad Manifestations Pavilion as a high-level reference book to broaden the horizons of our core disciples and enlighten their thinking about rules is perfect. It can let them know how true geniuses think about problems."

"This investment is for the future of the family, and it's worthwhile."

"Besides, I think if we don't buy it now, the price might be higher in the future."

Thus, an order representing the Lan family was quietly generated.

For these well-established families, Lin Yi's spatial rules course is a valuable resource for knowledge accumulation and intellectual enlightenment with long-term strategic value.

Similarly, for veteran powerhouses who have been stagnant at the Star Domain level for many years, whose future is uncertain and whose own rule system is difficult to advance, this course provides a perspective from top geniuses on the rules of higher levels.

A veteran Star Domain level expert who anonymously purchased the course left the following comment in the internal communication circle.

"Two hundred thousand military merits for an opportunity to learn from the geniuses and comprehend the rules of space is a good deal. Lin Yi's explanation of the spatial network goes straight to the core and provides several feasible entry points for perception. Although it may not be possible to get started with it, it can still inspire one to understand the rules of one's own space."

But these two types of people are, after all, a minority.

Therefore, in the short term, the sales of "Space Rules" were indeed far below expectations. However, while one sector may be struggling, another may be doing well.

To Lin Yi's surprise, the "Rules of Life" column presented a completely different and popular scene.

The number of comments in the comment section is also much higher than the number of comments in the space rules course.

"The Death Erosion Purification Guided Method has been successfully applied to three frontline seriously wounded soldiers. Combined with standard treatment chambers, the recovery speed has been increased by about 0.4%. It is recommended that medical units pay attention to this."

"The specific rule-based toxin suppression method has proven effective in missions, slightly increasing the team's self-rescue success rate when encountering Kunmo tribe poison mist attacks. We have applied to make this course a mandatory advanced subject for our unit."

At the headquarters of a medium-sized mercenary group adjacent to the K-77 star system, the group leader, Sang Yan, a star system-level powerhouse, was convening a meeting of the core management team.

One of the issues was whether or not to purchase Lin Yi's "Rules of Life" course.

"Commander, 100,000 military merits is no small amount." The logistics supervisor looked troubled.

Sang Yan slammed his fist on the table and said in a deep voice, "Is military merit more important or life? We've been taking on tough missions, and our casualty rate has remained high. The Kunmo tribe's rules regarding death and poison gas are the main reasons we've lost our brothers."

"You guys do the math. How much does it cost to train a core team member? How much loss is there if one dies? This investment can reduce casualties, improve mission completion rate and team cohesion. In the long run, it saves money! Buy it!"

This mercenary group's procurement reflects the true situation of countless mercenary groups.

They are willing to pay a high price for knowledge that can genuinely improve survival rates.

Lin Yi then offered a summary of the sudden surge in popularity surrounding the rules of life.

He believes that the success of the Life Rules course is fundamentally due to its precise targeting of the higher demands on medical protection systems in the current war environment.

It does not offer alternatives, but rather targeted "enhancement patches" and "emergency measures".

It's not a choice between two options; it's more like upgrading version 1 to 1.01.

Although the improvement may be small, it's a matter of life and death, so even a tiny improvement is worthwhile.

However, among those comments, there was one type that left Lin Yi feeling somewhat dumbfounded.

Below the Life Rules column, there were surprisingly many requests for Irelia.

"Commander Lin, I apologize for disturbing you. Your esteemed commander, Irelia, as a member of the Eldar race, employs energy guidance methods for the application of the rules of life that differ significantly from the mainstream traditions of our human race. This is especially true when dealing with deep rule entanglements and soul-level trauma, where you possess unique advantages. Our Advanced Medical Research Institute hopes to establish a channel of communication to discuss the purification plan for the 'K-77-03 Dead Variant'."

"Standard Soul Stabilization Techniques are not very effective in treating soul shock injuries caused by high-intensity rule impacts. Ms. Irelia has successfully handled similar cases. We earnestly request guidance on feasible research directions or auxiliary techniques. The reward amount is negotiable."

After all, most of the Eldar active in human territory have certain status, and contact with them often brings various troubles. Even Eldar like Irelia, who has left her homeland, is considered top-tier among star-level families.

Therefore, relatively speaking, the Eldar's life rules techniques are still quite rare.

Inside the cultivation room, Lin Yi examined the detailed data analysis report submitted by Xuanji.

“Master, the data confirms our previous judgment. The demand for the ‘Rules of Life’ is enormous, and consultations related to Ms. Irelia involve more high-end and scarce fields. The Space Rules course, on the other hand, has formed a stable demand within a specific circle,” Xuanji summarized.

"Hmm." Lin Yi nodded. "The path of mass education on spatial rules is blocked. Do you have any suggestions?"

"It is recommended that future updates to the 'Spatial Rules' column include key content such as 'analysis of typical spatial battle cases' and 'practical implementation of low-cost interference solutions.' At the same time, it should maintain its theoretical depth and unique perspective to keep its appeal to high-end cultivators and powerful forces, while keeping the price unchanged and serving specific core clients."

"As for the 'Rules of Life' column, we will maintain high-quality updates and consolidate our advantages."

Lin Yi nodded in agreement.

He then turned his gaze outside the quiet room. "There's something else you didn't mention: filter out the professional consultation requests directed at Ellie. I'll go and discuss it with her."

Soon, Lin Yi found Irelia in the tactical analysis room of the base.

She was deep in thought, staring at the star chart, when she noticed Lin Yi approaching and looked up.

"Captain."

Lin Yi sat down opposite Irelia and got straight to the point, explaining the current state of the platform, market feedback on different courses, and the professional inquiries directed at her.

Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Irelia's emerald eyes. She then lowered her gaze slightly, a faint blush rising on her cheeks.

She was naturally aware that the gossip about the two of them on the virtual network had not only not stopped, but had spread even further.

"Let me... answer your questions? Or even give you a lecture?" Irelia hesitated.

Lin Yi understood her concerns. After thinking for a moment, he said, "It's not about making you show your face in public. You can think of it as a special kind of academic exchange and resource sharing."

"Your Spirit Race possesses a unique perspective and effective means in dealing with certain types of harm that our human standard system may not have. This kind of exchange is not only beneficial to our human race, but also to the development of the Sheena family in human territory."

Lin Yi paused, then added, "And you don't need to feel pressured. You can start by trying out questions that interest you and that you're confident in. If you think it's feasible, then consider whether to provide more in-depth consultations or customized short courses as a special expert."

"Dongfeng is your backing, and Xuanji will handle all external affairs. Of course, there's no need to disclose any confidential information about your family's core secrets."

Irelia was silent for a moment, then finally looked up at Lin Yi and asked, "Commander, is it that you need to exchange for something and are short of military merits?"

"Forehead"

Lin Yi was speechless for a moment, then frankly admitted, "It's not much different. With a little more time, it's enough to put it all together. You don't need to worry about that."

"I understand." She took a soft breath.

Soon after, on the "Veteran" platform, the "Dongfeng-Lin Yi" account was marked with the certification mark "Special Consultant: Irelia Sheena (Life Rules Specialist)".

Irelia carefully selected several difficult questions concerning deep rule purification, soul trauma soothing, and special energy erosion treatment, and provided extremely professional and detailed answers.

Her answers are rigorous and systematic, drawing on classical texts and demonstrating meticulous logic. The solutions she provides often combine theoretical depth with practical feasibility, complementing the mainstream thinking of the human race.

Inside the cultivation room, Xuanji presented Lin Yi with the final prediction model.

"Master, thanks to the strategic adjustments and Ms. Irelia's unique contributions, military merit income will enter a period of stable growth."

"After comprehensively evaluating all channels, we estimate that the time required to accumulate enough military merits for the 'Fleeting Beauty' can be shortened to fourteen to fifteen years. In addition, we have established preliminary contacts with several military medical departments, advanced research institutions, and some aristocratic families."

Lin Yi slowly opened his eyes.

"very good."

This can be seen as a loss on one front but a gain on another. The Kunmo tribe's strategic adjustment forced him to successfully open up a stable supply line in the invisible battlefield of knowledge.

This is not only an accumulation of military achievements, but also an expansion of influence and resources.
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Time flew by during practice and teaching/answering questions.

About fifteen years later.

Inside the cultivation room, Xuanji's figure solidified once more. This time, her usually calm and gentle face also carried a hint of barely perceptible joy.

"Master, we have just received the latest notification from the Star Realm Military Merit Settlement Center."

Lin Yi opened his eyes and looked at Xuanji.

"We have successfully collected enough military merits, and slightly exceeded the minimum amount required to exchange for the Fleeting Beauty."

Even with Lin Yi's calm and composed nature, a hint of joy appeared in his eyes upon hearing this news.

"very good."

Lin Yi nodded slightly, his gaze falling on the long string of numbers that finally settled on the light screen.

Nearly fifteen years of continuous investment and operation have finally borne fruit at this moment.

He stood up. "Xuanji, immediately use the military merits you need to exchange for Fleeting Beauty. We're lucky that it hasn't been exchanged for by anyone else during this time."

　I'm finding it a bit too much to keep up with consistently writing 10,000 words a day; I overestimated myself...

　　
　
(End of this chapter)