High Martial Arts: Become a God by Spending Money, Start by Spending All Your Compensation Funds

The scene shifts to civilians carrying luggage running down the street, with collapsed buildings and pursuing monsters behind them.

Gu Xiaoman followed his gaze and frowned. "Langcheng? It's not far from the capital. A level two beast calamity, that serious?"

Lin Yun didn't say anything, but took out his phone and opened the map.

Langcheng in Jizhou is 500 kilometers away from the capital city in a straight line, and it takes just over half an hour to get there by air train.

A Level 2 Beast Disaster means that at least ten or more Tier 2 beasts have been discovered, and that this has led to the fall of Zone 3. There is also a high probability that Tier 3 beasts are present, and it is very likely to be upgraded to a Level 3 Beast Disaster.

In the event of a beast plague of this scale, the authorities would concentrate the city's defense forces to clear out and evacuate the population, leaving behind a large number of vacant buildings and uncontrolled areas in the occupied zone.

With order lax and supplies scarce, a large influx of hunters, black market merchants, and arms dealers will create a short-term chaotic boom.

Lin Yun stared at the outline of Langcheng on the map, and gradually began to plan a three-month vacation.

Although the stitches have been removed, it will take at least two to three weeks for him to fully recover from the comminuted fracture of his right hand.

During this period, it's not feasible to engage in full-scale combat or venture deep into the wilderness to hunt exotic beasts.

But he can do something else.

Establish a temporary stronghold in the occupied area.

It doesn't need to be fancy; a metal fence, a few habitable rooms, and a counter for collecting materials and selling supplies will suffice.

The hunters and merchants who settled in traded in the stronghold, and he took a cut of the profits, earning the difference between the prices of supplies and weapons.

If the location is well chosen and security is adequate, the monthly revenue may not be less than that of hunting personally.

More importantly, this is a path that can be followed in the long term.

Three months is enough time for him to get the entire operation process running smoothly, so that it can be used in remote areas in the future.

The scale of the beast plague in Langcheng is several times larger than that of the original Qingcheng District 33, and the influx of people will only be greater.

The earlier you enter the market, the better your position, and the more you earn.

"I plan to go to Langcheng."

Lin Yun put down his phone and looked up at the group.

"There's a beast plague over there. I'm thinking of setting up a temporary base in the occupied area and doing business there, taking a cut of the profits."

The private room was silent for a few seconds.

Gu Xiaoman's eyes lit up first: "A temporary base? Great idea, Brother Yun! There are plenty of hunters in the occupied territories, they definitely need a place to stay!"

Qian Hao immediately nodded: "Brother Yun, we'll go with you. The school has approved long leave for all of us, so we have plenty of time now."

"Although I'm injured, my fighting strength hasn't decreased much." Zhou Kai touched the scar on his face. "I can definitely be of help to you."

Sun Feng nodded from his wheelchair: "My legs need some exercise, let me run errands for you."

Lin Yun looked at them and wanted to say a few words of advice, since they were all injured and it was inconvenient for them to travel.

But when he met the light in their eyes, he swallowed the words that were on the tip of his tongue.

He knew that these people didn't want to become a burden because of their disabilities.

Working alongside them made them feel more at ease than staying in the capital to recover from their injuries.

"Okay, let's go together." Lin Yun nodded in agreement, "But let me make this clear beforehand: once we get there, we'll follow your instructions. Don't try to be reckless."

"Don't worry, Brother Yun!"

Several people spoke in unison.

Gu Xiaoman patted her chest and said, "Brother Yun, I'll go too! I'll ask for leave tomorrow."

"You don't need to."

Lin Yun frowned.

"Focus on your studies and don't let it interfere with your academic progress."

"Academic studies are nothing compared to hanging out with Brother Yun." Gu Xiaoman said nonchalantly, "Besides, I was planning to go into the intelligence department anyway, so the credit requirements aren't that strict. I can just make up for them later."

He spoke with such seriousness, making it clear that he absolutely had to go.

Lin Yun was both amused and exasperated, and could only agree.

He knew in his heart that Gu Xiaoman was quick-witted and good at dealing with people. Having him in charge of the base's transactions and external liaison would save him a lot of trouble.

Although Qian Hao and the other two were injured, they had been fitted with prosthetic bodies, so there was no need to worry about their mobility.

In addition, with his late-stage martial arts apprentice level cultivation, he was more than capable of guarding posts, watching over warehouses, and managing logistics.

Moreover, at this critical juncture, although the Sheng family has not found out the truth, it is hard to guarantee that they will not take their anger out on the Sheng family.

It would be safer to leave the capital with a few people.

The group sat around the table, discussing the details when Lin Yun's phone suddenly rang.

It was Zhou Chong who called.

Lin Yun raised his hand to signal everyone to wait a moment, pressed the answer button, and held the phone to his ear.

"Lin Yun, how are you recovering? Is the injury in your hand alright?"

Zhou Chong's voice came through the receiver.

"Everything is fine, and I've been discharged from the hospital."

Lin Yun responded.

In just a few days, Zhou Chong had already changed from the arrogant and haughty young man he once was.

After a week of sparring, the two practiced their movements daily in the martial arts arena and grew increasingly fond of each other.

During the few days Lin Yun was hospitalized for recuperation, Zhou Chong made a special trip to visit him, bringing with him nourishing medicinal herbs.

At first, Zhou Chong was only impressed by Lin Yun's unique Flowing Shadow Step. However, after news spread that Sheng Feng had deliberately harmed his brothers and that Lin Yun had risked his life to protect them by using his super-limit state, he felt even more sincere admiration for him.

In his eyes, Lin Yun may seem aloof and taciturn, but deep down he is a truly loyal and righteous person, worthy of deep friendship.

"You've been discharged from the hospital? Shall I treat you to a meal?"

"I'm having dinner with Gu Xiaoman and Qian Hao at Lao Li's Restaurant on East Street right now," Lin Yun said casually.

Zhou Chong became interested upon hearing this: "Would it be convenient to bring an extra set of chopsticks and a bowl? I'd like to come over and join in the fun."

Lin Yun chuckled upon hearing this: "Come on then."

Less than twenty minutes after hanging up the phone, the door to the private room was gently pushed open.

Zhou Chong, dressed in a clean white training uniform and carrying a well-sealed jar of aged fruit wine, greeted everyone in the room with a smile before walking straight to the empty seat next to Lin Yun and sitting down.

Gu Xiaoman poured him a glass of wine, and during their conversation, the group explained their plan to set up a temporary base in the occupied area of ​​Langcheng.

Zhou Chong's eyes lit up after hearing this, and he immediately spoke.

"That sounds interesting. I'll go join you guys and see what's going on."

Lin Yun turned to look at him helplessly: "So, none of you want to go to class?"

Zhou Chong picked up his wine glass and took a sip, his tone nonchalant: "I've never been to an occupied area before. It would be so interesting to go with you and broaden my horizons. I might fall behind on some credits, but I can catch up later. It's not a big deal."

Lin Yun wanted to say something more, but Zhou Chong raised his hand to interrupt him.

"I know you guys are all out of cash. Setting up a base will require start-up capital, and I'll cover that."

Lin Yun was speechless for a moment upon hearing this, and stopped trying to stop him.

The social status of the people present was clearly differentiated.

Lin Yun, needless to say, was a penniless wretch.

Gu Xiaoman came from an ordinary background and had very little savings.

Qian Hao, Sun Feng, and Zhou Kai are just scions of small local families. They have decent talent, but their family wealth is not substantial.

Zhou Chong, however, was a direct descendant of a top martial arts family in Liangzhou, and was not on the same level as the others.

Money was secondary; Zhou Chong himself was a second-level Martial Master with a perfectly healthy body, making him the only one among the six without any injuries or illnesses.

With him accompanying them, it's like having an extra layer of insurance besides Lin Yun, which greatly reduces the pressure.

Seeing that Lin Yun did not refute, Zhou Chong immediately took out his phone and quickly operated it with his fingertips.

"I've booked the tickets. The floating train to Langcheng at 8 a.m. tomorrow, all business and first class seats."

Qian Hao, who was standing to the side, quickly waved his hand and said, "How could we do that? We can split the cost of the tickets ourselves."

"It's just a little money, why bother?"

Zhou Chong waved his hand, his eyes open and honest.

As soon as he finished speaking, a notification sound indicating successful ticket purchase rang out.

Gu Xiaoman looked at Zhou Chong and couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion.

With Zhou Chong joining us on this trip to Langcheng, the whole affair is much more secure now.

Lin Yun raised her wine glass and looked at Zhou Chong beside her, a warm feeling rising in her heart.

In a short period of time, he gained a group of partners who were willing to stay by his side and embark on the road ahead together.

He raised his hand and toasted the crowd.

"Come, let us toast to our journey to Langcheng, may everything go smoothly."

The clinking of wine glasses echoed throughout the small private room.