Please pull the trigger for this world one more time.

That night.

Mo Zian temporarily defeated the strange thing in his dream and also officially came into contact with and understood the ether.

To be honest, when Mo Zian's transmigrated consciousness first arrived in this world a few years ago, he thought that ether was a very mysterious thing, just like the spiritual energy and magic power in the novels he had read in his previous life.

After cultivation, one can split mountains and fill seas.

But after a few years, Mo Zian realized that the so-called ether in this world was actually much more materialistic than he had imagined.

In the eyes of people in this world, especially ordinary people, ether is not much higher than coal and oil, and it is not something that ordinary people cannot access at all.

In other words, it is simply a type of energy with a rather unique form of existence and utilization.

Even though he is now following Gui Haishuo's teachings and actively absorbing and cultivating ether for the first time, this feeling is still very strong.

"By filling a boiler with coal, a train can cross mountains and rivers; by inhaling ether into the body, an enlightened being can become extraordinary, but in the end, they are all the same."

Gui Haishuo sat cross-legged opposite Mo Zian and said solemnly, "There is no savior, nor is there any divine emperor... Our sages of Emperor Guangwu said this long ago, and I hope you can understand this statement."

Mo Zian's body trembled slightly upon hearing this, and he opened his mouth wide in surprise—this phrase was quite familiar to him.

"Master, isn't Guangwu an imperial country? That doesn't mean..." Mo Zian asked with some doubt.

Gui Haishuo shook his head and said, "No, in fact, this is the royal motto of Emperor Guangwu."

"what?"

Seeing Mo Zian's stunned expression, Gui Haishuo further explained, "This is related to the founding history of our Guangwu. In the past, you followed us around, and although your knowledge was not weak, you did fall behind in literature and history."

Now that we've arrived in Guangwu City, all of this will be made up for for you.

Mo Zian nodded, while Gui Haishuo continued, "Disciple, do you think... there's a difference between so-called enlightened beings and ordinary people?"

Is there a difference? Of course there is.

Is there a difference? Actually, there isn't.

Having experienced being a transmigrator in his previous life, Mo Zian was no longer confused about the answer to this question, so he firmly shook his head: "Master, I don't think so."

"Why?" Gui Haishuo stared directly at Mo Zian and asked noncommittally.

"In a broad sense, we are all ordinary people. No one can live without eating grains. If you lose your head, you die; if you need to poop, you have to poop."

Mo Zian shrugged and said, "To put it another way, regarding the use of ether, we already have things like [ether jars] and [ether cores], and they have been used by my Guangwu Industry for many years."

Perhaps in 100 or 200 years, ether may truly enter every household, and weapons and armor may become increasingly advanced and robust. At that time, will the distinction between enlightened beings and ordinary people still hold any meaning?

Gui Haishuo remained silent for a moment after hearing this, without commenting on Mo Zian's answer. Instead, he got off the bed and patted Mo Zian's shoulder, which was damp with sweat.

"Since you already have your own answer, I won't nag any longer. I also believe that you will make good use of this power."

The "Etheric Shackles" I'm giving you to wear around your waist can only be briefly removed during bathing each day. They will protect you from excessive etheric damage until you are fully adult at 18.

Etheric practice requires diligence and perseverance, but also humility, patience, and a gradual approach; it cannot be forced. Go take a shower, then go to sleep.

At this point, Gui Haishuo's expression became somewhat subtle: "Tomorrow morning, we'll have to go and see what kind of place that couple's 'prime shop' is all about."

Mo Zian blinked a few times: "Yes, Master."

……

The strange thing didn't appear in Mo Zian's dream again, so Mo Zian slept soundly for the rest of the night.

Clearly, after this battle, the opposing side will likely lay low for a while.

Silent all night.

The next morning, the atmosphere at breakfast was lively because everyone knew that Mo Zian had become a so-called Innate Awakener.

Then, carrying this lively atmosphere, the group drove all the way to a place located in the south of Guangwu City, less than 20 li (10km) from the city gate.

"How about it? This place is quite spacious, isn't it?"

Li Yu puffed out his chest and said, "The first floor is divided into a front hall and an inner room. The front hall will be used as a shop, and the inner room will be used as a workshop. There is also a basement and a backyard. The second floor is more than enough for living and working, and the transfer fee is only 5000 silver dollars."

"Brother Guihai, even if you searched for your uncle with a lantern in Beijing, you wouldn't find a price like this."

Gui Haishuo simply nodded, glanced at the spider web in the corner of the ceiling, and seemed to be lost in thought.

At this moment, Mo Zian, covered in dirt, carried a large wooden sign and came downstairs. As soon as Mo Zian appeared, Li Yu and the Hengshu family of four froze.

"Master, I found a wooden plaque in the small attic on the roof. It was probably left by the previous owner. It's covered in dirt. I'll go find a rag."

The elven tree shuddered and called out to Mo Zian, "Um, well, since it belongs to the previous owner, it's not important. Let's just throw it away."

"Yeah, yeah, it's such a big thing, it takes up a lot of space, doesn't it?" Li Yu chimed in.

"Okay."

Mo Zian chuckled good-naturedly, made a move to walk out, and then seemingly unintentionally his hand slipped, and the sign that was standing on the ground crashed to the ground face down.

The sound was so loud that the room fell silent for a moment.

"Ouch, it's all dirt, my hand slipped."

When Mo Zian lifted the sign, some of the dust on the front was shaken off, revealing four large characters—

Yushu Machinery.

Yes, even though the mountains and rivers are different, the four great lies still have that familiar flavor.

At this moment, Li Yu suddenly grabbed Li Yuanxing and Li Xinhuo's ears in a vicious manner, "You two! Didn't I tell you we were all packed up? What's going on?"

"Mom, how could my brother and I have known you hid the signboard in such a remote corner?" Li Xinhuo explained, looking aggrieved.

"Yes, yes!" Li Yuanxing chimed in, "You've already made up for your losses in just over a year, while I haven't even been up to the attic."

"Hey, still talking back..."

"Alright!"

Gui Haishuo stopped Li Yu. He finally understood why his usually carefree old friend had gone to the Machinery Bureau to work for the government.

Li Yu's feelings are that she will never be a slave, unless she is provided with food and lodging.

"Let go of those two kids. They're grown up, don't try to blame the toilet when you can't poop."

"Yes, yes."

Li Yu shrank back, somewhat embarrassed, and released her grip. Then, she cautiously approached Gui Haishuo, "Um... Brother Gui Hai, I think 5000 is too high for this place. How about 4800? Hahaha..."

Gui Haishuo ignored her and just looked at her sideways.

"Then, how about 4500?"

Gui Haishuo still ignored her.

"4, 4200?"

Gui Haishuo still ignored him.

Seeing that Gui Haishuo remained unmoved, Li Yu completely collapsed, her shoulders slumped, and she ran to the side, shaking Fengye's arm: "Oh dear, Sister Fengye, the price I offered to them was already 4200, I really couldn't go any lower..."

"Alright, alright, there are so many young people here..."

Gui Haishuo rubbed his temples, pointing with a hint of helplessness, "I must say, you two are really something. The Mangshan Mountains are in the north of the city, and the industrial zone is in the west. How did you two come up with the idea of ​​turning a small restaurant into a machinery depot in the south of the city?"

"Because it's cheap," Li Yu muttered softly.

"Just because it's cheap?"

Li Yu and Heng Shu nodded at the same time.

"Um."

Gui Haishuo was speechless. Pointing at the elf standing beside him, he said, "Hey Hengshu, Little Li is unreliable, and now you've become such a liar too?"

Hengshu sighed, burying his face in his hands, and said, "Sigh, we're both tech people, and we're really not good at this. Back when we were out there together, you were always the one who made the arrangements... I'm sorry, Guihai, let's go somewhere else."

However, to everyone's surprise, including Mo Zian, Gui Haishuo shook his head: "No need, this is fine."

"……what?"

Seeing that everyone in the room was a little confused for a moment, Gui Haishuo explained, "The capital is a mixed bag, full of local bullies. We're new here, and even if we move to a better place, we might not be able to get along."

And it's really cheap here; in terms of living conditions alone, there's practically nothing to complain about. Good wine needs no bush; let's take things one step at a time.

"Then... Brother Guihai, what's the price?" Li Yu's eyes lit up as he tentatively asked.

"4200, not a penny more!"

"Okay!"

……

And so, that afternoon, Gui Haishuo, Li Yu, and Li Yu's creditors signed a tripartite contract—

In short, Gui Haishuo paid out 4200 silver dollars, of which 3800 silver dollars were directly used to repay the creditors. At the same time, the mortgage became invalid, the house belonged to Gui Haishuo, and Li Yu kept the remaining 400 silver dollars.

Li Yu did not keep the remaining 400 yuan, but secretly returned it to Gui Haishuo, saying it was for renovation costs.

"Guihai, please accept it."

When Hengshu saw that Gui Haishuo was about to refuse, he pushed the money directly into his arms, saying, "My wife and I are both in the tech field. We do research and experiments, so the money comes in quickly but also goes out quickly."

3800 silver dollars is indeed a considerable sum for us; you have truly helped us a great deal once again.

Gui Haishuo accepted the money and patted Hengshu's chest with the back of his hand: "Hmph, haven't I helped you guys enough? Alright, treat us to another meal tonight. I haven't had Peking duck in the capital for ages."

"Then let's go to Green Field Pavilion! We'll drink until we drop!"

That night, everyone was drunk and the guests enjoyed themselves immensely.

The next morning, after sobering up, Gui Haishuo, along with Mo Zian and Fengye, contacted a nearby renovation team and brought them to their newly purchased home.

As the renovation workers busied themselves inside and out, Gui Haishuo put one arm around Fengye and the other around Mo Zian, his eyes seeming to pierce through all the memories of the past.

"We'll live here from now on."

"I don't have to wander anymore."

The family of three began to plan the layout of the house inside and out. Around noon, three soldiers in neat military uniforms walked through the gate.

The leading officer gave a sharp salute and asked, "I apologize for the intrusion. May I ask which of you is Gui Haishuo, Master Gui Hai?"