Bizarre Survival: I Can Devour Thousands of Talents

Chapter 114, Section 113: Advanced Materials (The story will be finished tomorrow, so you can start reading now, or I'll die from over-feeding!)

Although Ling Xiao was already very fast at defeating his opponents, there were still people who were faster than him.

The huge fishhook in the hand of the stall owner next to him gleamed with a dark golden light, and he was already poised to cast his line.

The enormous octopus died in a way that was the opposite of its offspring.

Most of the tentacles were intact, but the entire head was smashed to pieces.

It didn't happen for no reason.

Ling Xiao and the stall owner exchanged a glance and smiled at each other.

Might makes right.

After confirming each other's strengths, the cooperation can proceed smoothly.

"Not bad! Good lad!"

The stall owner, quite satisfied, tossed the meat core into his basket. Glancing at the smaller one in Ling Xiao's hand, he estimated its value: "Cores from the same species of beast, sold as a package, can fetch a significant premium!"

"That's why I can offer you a higher buyback price!"

"I can offer fifty for [Greed]. As for [Pride]... how about seventy, maybe?"

"Of course, you can take it to the cleaning department for recycling, but the official price is rather inflexible."

Seeing the harpoon Ling Xiao offered back, the stall owner waved his hand and casually said, "You can borrow it for now!"

"If I make three hundred tonight, selling it to you isn't out of the question!"

Seeing this, Ling Xiao did not insist.

Over time, a number of salvage workers gradually gathered around the two.

There wasn't any deep-seated hatred between them. They had only kept their distance to avoid trouble after seeing the fishman get easily killed by him.

The materials here are plentiful and of high quality, making it much more likely to yield large shipments than other river areas!

When interests are at stake, what do a little face matter?

Ling Xiao, however, did not go too far.

There are endless treasures underwater.

During this time, he also learned a lot of interesting stories from the more "skilled" salvage workers in these cities.

The turbulent river gradually calmed down, and under the rising sun in the distance, it displayed a layered, shimmering effect like scattered gold.

"Let's go! You're pretty good, kid!"

The stall owner stretched and looked surprised.

"Looks like this pollution doesn't affect you much, huh? Tsk tsk! You were born for this!"

Ling Xiao smiled shyly, without giving a direct response.

Looking up into the distance, a faint yet warm golden light reflected in his eyes.

This was the second time he had seen the sunrise over this world.

The basic content was all glowing with golden light.

He has successfully completed both the 24-hour survival period and the employment agreement.

Carrying a basket on his back, he walked up the steps.

The body gradually emerged from the mist.

Strangely enough, it wasn't until they left the area shrouded in mist over the river that Ling Xiao realized the visibility was really low, far from the clear view he had seen before.

"If you can't figure it out, then don't think about it."

The stall owner, elbows propped on the railing, lazily called out to him, "There are plenty of muddled things happening in the city, just live your own life!"

The cleaning specialist stood silently at the bridgehead, as if transformed into a statue exuding a salty, fishy smell.

His gaze drifted to the distant river, lost in thought.

None of the numerous salvage workers dared to approach or disturb him; they all stood obediently behind him, keeping a distance.

The irritating smell that lingered in the air only gradually dissipated when the sunlight shone on him.

Ling Xiao hid behind the crowd, secretly observing through the gaps in the crowd.

It seemed as if the "statue" had shaken off some fragments, softening and transforming back into a human form...

After a long while, the cleaning department specialist turned around and smiled, "Sorry to keep you all waiting today. Let's count them by number!"

No matter how inhuman their appearance or how terrifying their physical abnormalities may be.

None of the salvage workers dared to be defiant in front of the commissioner; they all obediently lined up to be inspected.

Ling Xiao, the newcomer and also the one with the last number, took all of this into account.

This strange yet plausible scene even gave him the illusion of a primary school teacher blocking the doorway and checking each student's recitation before they could leave.

Fortunately, no one got stuck, and the team disappeared very quickly.

After registering, the salvage workers went in twos and threes to their respective secret bases to "dispose of the stolen goods".

Several of them waited nearby and even exchanged a few words with the stall owner.

It seems the stall owner is doing their recycling business.

Soon it was Ling Xiao's turn.

"9527, it looks like you had a great day!"

The commissioner glanced at the basket Ling Xiao was displaying and said with a gentle smile, "Also, welcome to be a full citizen!"

"Thanks!"

Ling Xiao glanced at the numbers he had written down and asked curiously, "Is this the cleanup points? What can I exchange them for?"

"a lot of."

The specialist pressed the pen back down and subtly wiped away a drop of water from the folder.

"You can check the app and place an order anytime if you want something, and someone will deliver it to you for free."

"But most importantly, thanks to last night's efforts, you've taken the first step on the path to becoming a legitimate employee."

"We welcome all exceptionally talented individuals to join us and look forward to working with you!"

All the broken tools were reported as damaged, and Ling Xiao was flattered and saw off the cleaning department specialist without having to pay for them himself.

Turning my head, I saw the stall owner waiting on the side.

The latter grinned and said, "Hey! Don't think that having a government job is all good!"

"What do you mean?"

Ling Xiao asked curiously, "Brother, could you give me some pointers?"

"Your temperament is just like mine!"

The stall owner covered the basket to block out the moisture, tilted his head slightly, and said, "Let's talk as we walk, I'll have a good chat with you!"

Bathed in the morning sunlight.

The two, along with several salvage workers who followed them, returned to the "Hao Zai Lai Convenience Store".

The market has already started.

The aromas of various breakfast items vied for occupants' attention, while vendors' energetic calls filled the air.

However, the stall owners usually rest and collect goods in the morning, and then go out to set up their stalls again in the afternoon.

First, we calculated their harvest.

Ling Xiao and the others stood aside, quietly processing the inside information they had just received.

Jobs and citizenship are highly sought-after things in this city.

The official background and the official positions are so attractive that countless people flock to them and go crazy for them!

But the cleaning department is an exception.

This department's application-to-receipt ratio seems to be consistently among the lowest of all municipal departments.

The stall owner didn't fully explain, but Ling Xiao knew the reason: it was inseparable from the pollution contained in the moat.

This is absolutely more terrifying than the mutated "human-beasts" in the city who have no proper jobs!

Because of the bridge arch, this haven for the homeless is off-limits to anyone except for these salvage workers; no one dares to spend the night here.

The only thing more serious than the problem of survival is the question of life and death...

"Come on! Let me calculate it for you!"

Last night's big catch was undoubtedly the octopus that the stall owner had to deal with.

The most valuable item in Ling Xiao's basket of harvest also benefited from this, namely the [Arrogant Beast Core] which had a premium price!

All things considered, it can be sold for a total of 286 yuan!

After a quick mental exercise involving simple addition and subtraction, Ling Xiao concluded that it was "not a loss".

These items have an official recycling price listed on the cleaning department's app.

He had already calculated it beforehand, and now that he had received the stall owner's quote, he didn't haggle and settled the payment immediately.

Even an extra thirty dollars is still money!

This will cover his food expenses for the next few days!

"The harpoon is yours!"

The stall owner waved his hand magnanimously, refusing Ling Xiao's offer to return the items once again.

"Production tools only have value when they are used for production! Besides, this kind of junk might break down after a while."

"Hehe! Just don't come looking for after-sales service later!"

I thank the stall owner for his kindness.

Ling Xiao, who was carrying a large sum of money, did not leave. Instead, he picked and chose items in the convenience store.

He realized that there were truly good things in this place!

I finally found it, and luckily I still had some money on me!

How can we not make a purchase!?

Besides, money is just an external thing.

I'm not going to live here forever. In a couple more days, I won't be able to take any more chips with me.

Why not look here for some "materials" that suit you?

"Hey! You really can't save money!"

He opened a cigar with an elegance unbecoming of a street vendor.

The stall owner leisurely puffed on his cigarette, his demeanor suddenly becoming elegant.

"But considering our relationship, I can show you some good stuff!"

"Of course, you can tell me what your preferences are, it will make it easier for me to find out..."

Ling Xiao pondered for a moment and then said a few words such as "space", "superpowers", and "exploration".

After hearing this, the stall owner frowned slightly and took a deep breath.

"call……"

"You're... quite something!"

He glanced at Ling Xiao with a deep look in his eyes, but did not press for details.

The latest novel is first published here!

He mustered his strength and groped around under the counter, making a few muffled clattering sounds before pulling out an open wooden box.

"Look! These are all you can afford right now. See if there's anything suitable."

He understood the stall owner's hidden meaning, but being short of money, he could only ignore it for the time being.

Ling Xiao took out several eyeballs that he carried with him and swallowed them.

After clearing his vision, he finally focused on watching.

In fact, the body's reaction is more intuitive.

The craving for food clearly focused on a few items, and Lingxiao examined them first.

【Eye of the Celestials】

It's a familiar [Excellent] grade item right from the start!

The items that were subsequently verified were all heavyweights!

【Elemental Resonance Stone (Fragment)】

[Power Amplifier (Damaged)]

……

I'm getting tired of looking at it.

Ling Xiao unconsciously swallowed.

A daring idea popped into my head: steal this box!

He wants all the treasures inside!

Suppressing his greed, Ling Xiao calmed his excited emotions with deep breaths.

No need to look for LV20 main job advancement materials, they're all here!

Moreover, he was quite certain that there were at least seven or eight items in this box that were compatible with the [Dimensional Explorer]!

There are even more similar ones!

We must take it no matter what!

They didn't resort to the trick of using a large amount of garbage to conceal genuine treasures.

Ling Xiao knew very well.

The stall owner definitely knows more about these treasures than I, a professional, do!

And judging from his tone, this guy has even better ones!

It's just that I can't afford it right now, so I haven't put it out.

Ling Xiao hesitated, his gaze shifting back and forth between the many treasures.

He wants these.

He wanted the better collectibles in the store!

Finally, Ling Xiao came up with an idea.

"Brother, I want these two first, but can I save up some money later and then exchange them for these two?"

"uh-huh?"

Seeing that the stall owner didn't directly refuse, he pressed his advantage, saying, "To be honest, I have no doubts about your collection!"

"Therefore, the more expensive items must contain what I need!"

"Then why don't you save up the money now, and I'll sell it to you when you have enough!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao felt an indescribable bitterness in his heart.

Normal people think that if they see something they want, they should save up money to buy it.

But he's not a normal person!

He can only stay in this instance for two days!

If anything unexpected happens during this period, even if there is no danger to life, the price will definitely be settling accounts and leaving.

If the chips aren't spent by then, wouldn't all the chips have been saved up for nothing?

Therefore, the right solution is to promptly replace them with resources that can be taken out with you.

But this contradicts saving money...

Seeing the conflicted look on the newly acquainted young man's face, the stall owner smiled through the smoke.

"Alright! I get what you mean."

He bent down again and took out three items.

"Let me give you a visual treat first!"

"Let's get this straight! No bargaining! These are all genuine treasures I've collected over the years!"

"I understand, I understand..."

Ling Xiao mumbled a few perfunctory words.

My gaze was fixed on those three items and I couldn't look away.

【Ink of Rongyuan】

【Azure Silk Threads】

[The Core of the Twisted Void Alien (Incomplete)]

The hunger and thirst that comes from the body is no longer within the scope of greed.

That is the essence that settles with the materials calling for evolution and sublimation!

Adding just one item will allow his main profession to undergo a dramatic upgrade!

A fluctuating potential assessment can absolutely be pinpointed to an S!

If you can "eat" two items, you can probably get an S+ rating!

Having eaten all three, I even dare to dream of scenery above S-class level!

It's a great product, with no flaws.

The only regret is that he can't afford it now.

"This one, and this one! No! How much are these three?!"

Seeing the burning light in Ling Xiao's eyes, the stall owner chuckled softly, "Actually, it's not that high, just over four figures."

One thousand and fifty...

One thousand and one...

One thousand eight hundred and fifty...

On his way back to the restaurant, Ling Xiao, who had spent all his savings, was somewhat absent-minded, pondering which option was best.

He has already made arrangements with the stall owner.

For the next two days, items sold will not be depreciated as long as they are returned in their original condition.

Then Ling Xiao can raise enough money to acquire those three treasures.

A real gem!

Now all he has to worry about is money.

"turtle……"

"ha?!"

Realizing that it was somewhat impolite of me to not even address someone as a senior, but instead to call them by their species, I felt I was being disrespectful.

Ling Xiao quickly changed his tune, "I'm so sorry! Senior, do you have any tips for getting tons of takeout orders here?"

"Orders are pouring in?"

The turtle's eyes darted around. "What are you up to? Realizing the importance of desire now? Or are you trying to save money to get married?"

"Hey! It's not like you just think it's because you don't have money."

"hehe!"

He rolled his eyes at him.

The tortoise didn't hold a grudge; instead, it actually pointed Ling Xiao in the right direction.

"Think you don't have enough takeout orders to make big money? Then you can help with purchasing for the kitchen. It's a bit tough, but the pay is really good."

"As long as the job is done well, not only will you get paid by the restaurant, but the guys in the kitchen will be very generous!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao was instantly moved.

Damn it!

There is only one disease in the world, and that is poverty!

He originally wanted to survive as long as possible to complete the additional content and maximize his gains.

But now, the most generous reward has appeared...

Isn't it just about buying goods?

Let's do it!!

(End of this chapter)