Traveling Between Two Worlds: From Bread for Maids to Fantasy Overlord

In the secret room of the courtyard, Huang Yiming told Yang Xiu to wait patiently, then activated the system's teleportation function. Enveloped in bright light, he instantly disappeared from the secret room and returned to the modern city. He knew that facing the Black Stone Sect Master and dozens of disciples, a single pistol was far from enough; he needed to stockpile sufficient hard-core supplies to ensure absolute safety.

Returning to his familiar old home in the urban village, Huang Yiming found his parents not home, presumably out working. Looking at the tens of thousands of yuan in his bank account, he didn't hesitate for a moment, immediately contacting the weapons seller he'd previously ordered to place an additional order. Besides pistols and bullets, he also ordered two automatic rifles, a large number of magazines, high-explosive grenades, military explosives, as well as ample supplies of anti-inflammatory drugs, hemostatic agents, compressed biscuits, and refined salt, filling his storage space to the brim.

The seller was completely stunned when he received the order. His voice on the phone was full of shock: "Brother, are you going to war? So much equipment, what are you planning to do?" Huang Yiming was too lazy to explain. He just replied, "Urgent, deliver to the address," and hung up the phone. He then turned around and went out to purchase other supplies.

He first went to the supermarket and went on a shopping spree, buying up Yang Xiu's favorite potato chips, chocolate, milk, and bread, filling two large shopping carts to the brim. He then bought his parents a large amount of nutritional supplements and new clothes, leaving 50,000 yuan in cash at home, along with a note lying that he was going out to start a business and wouldn't be home for a while. Looking at his familiar home, Huang Yiming felt a pang of reluctance, but he knew that only by establishing himself in the fantasy world could he provide a better life for his parents and protect Yang Xiu.

Late at night, Huang Yiming retrieved all the weapons and equipment as promised, carefully storing the supplies into his expanded 30-cubic-meter storage space. Looking at the fully packed space, he felt confident—with these firearms at his disposal, he could even fight a sect leader at the seventh level of Qi Refining.

[Ding! Supplies complete, combat readiness at full strength! It is recommended that the host return to the other world as soon as possible, activate the pseudo-spiritual root, and improve his own strength. A two-pronged approach is the best way.] The system notification sounded, and Huang Yiming did not delay any longer. He started the shuttle and instantly returned to the secret room of Qin Family Fort.

As soon as he stepped out of the secret chamber, Yang Xiu rushed to greet him, her small face full of worry. Seeing Huang Yiming return safely, she instantly smiled and threw herself into his arms: "Young Master, you're finally back! Xiu Xiu missed you so much." She had been guarding outside the secret chamber for a whole day, never leaving his side, fearing that something might happen to Huang Yiming.

Huang Yiming hugged her and gently comforted her, "I'm sorry to have worried Xiuxiu. Young Master is back now." He took Yang Xiu's hand and walked into the courtyard, opened the storage space, and dumped the mountain of supplies into the yard.

Looking at the densely packed boxes, beautifully packaged snacks, and gleaming guns in the yard, Yang Xiu's eyes widened, her mouth forming an "O" shape, her eyes full of curiosity: "Young Master, what are all these things? So many things!" She squatted down and picked up a bag of potato chips, carefully touching it. Her adorable appearance made Huang Yiming unable to help but smile.

"These are our supplies for preparation, and also some snacks that Xiuxiu loves." Huang Yiming smiled as he opened a bag of chocolates and handed it to Yang Xiu. "Try it, it tastes just like before."

Yang Xiu took the chocolate and took a small bite. The sweet taste melted in her mouth, and she squinted her eyes happily: "Delicious! Young Master is the best to Xiu Xiu!"

Just then, Qin Yuling pushed open the door and entered the courtyard. Seeing the mountain of supplies piled up inside, especially the several gleaming firearms, her usually cool face was filled with shock. She quickly stepped forward, pointed at the automatic rifle, and couldn't help but ask, "Mr. Huang, are these also your magical artifacts? They look even more powerful than the previous ones."

Huang Yiming nodded lightly, without explaining further: "A few self-defense items are enough to deal with the Black Stone Sect." He deliberately maintained an air of mystery—the less Qin Yuling knew about his situation, the more wary she would become, and the more loyal Qin Family Fortress would be.

Looking at those "magical artifacts," Qin Yuling's eyes were filled with awe, and she felt even more that Huang Yiming was unfathomable. She composed herself and said solemnly, "Mr. Huang, I have trained the guards as you instructed, the city defenses have been fortified, and the food reserves are sufficient. However, according to reports from scouts, the Black Stone Sect Master has gathered more than fifty disciples and will arrive at Qin Family Fort tomorrow, with a menacing force."

"Perfect timing." Huang Yiming's eyes turned cold, and a sneer curled at the corner of his mouth. "I've been waiting for them to come to me."

Yang Xiu put down the snacks and walked to Huang Yiming's side, her eyes firm: "Young Master, Xiu Xiu also wants to help. Xiu Xiu has already mastered the Body Refining Technique and can protect you!" She has been cultivating day and night for the past few days, and her strength has improved again. Although her small body is thin, it exudes a kind of tenacity.

Huang Yiming gently patted her head, his eyes full of tenderness: "Alright, Xiuxiu will stay by your side, young master, and we'll fight together."

Seeing the two of them so in sync, Qin Yuling felt a pang of sadness, but she still said, "Sir, please rest well tonight and conserve your energy. Tomorrow's battle depends entirely on you." She bowed slightly to Huang Yiming, turned and left, and before leaving, she specifically instructed the guards to be on high alert to prevent a sneak attack from the Black Stone Sect.

As night deepened, Huang Yiming told Yang Xiu to rest early, while he sat in the secret chamber, holding the spirit root activation fragment in his palm, preparing to activate his pseudo-spiritual root. He took a deep breath, clearing his mind of distractions, and crushed the fragment as instructed by the system. A pale golden light instantly enveloped his entire body, and a gentle power surged into his limbs, transforming his physique. [Ding! Spirit root activation fragment activated, binding a pseudo-spiritual root to the host] The system notification sounded softly. Huang Yiming closed his eyes, feeling the changes in his body. A transformation of his cultivation had begun. He sat cross-legged, abandoning all distractions, letting the golden spiritual energy wash over his meridians. His previously stagnant blood and qi became smooth, and the aches and pains were replaced by warmth. Images of his destitution in the modern world, the dangers of the other world, Yang Xiu's dependent gaze, and the awe of the Qin family flashed through his mind. An indomitable spirit sustained him through the discomfort of the transformation. The firearms in the storage space stood ready, the intertwining of modern supplies and otherworldly spiritual energy destined his path of cultivation to be extraordinary. Yang Xiu stood guard outside the door, occasionally tiptoeing to peek into the secret chamber, her little face full of anticipation; Qin Yuling patrolled outside the courtyard, nipping any unusual activity in the bud, an atmosphere of full preparedness enveloping the entire Qin Family Fortress.