Chapter 263: Divine Revelation Potential and……Xia Zhi's Curio Shop

Xia Zhi's original intention was to directly throw out a new persona—

That is, to directly use the title "True Ruler of the Seventh Guo Du".

But in the end, he still didn't do so.

Mainly because at the critical moment, on a whim, a premonition like a kind of instinct made him directly change his mind.

That was a sudden inspiration in the dark—

Also a premonition like a divine revelation—

And honestly, having reached his current level of life essence, evolved to this degree, to still be able to receive so-called "divine revelations"……

Could only come from the world itself.

That's right, he instinctively sensed some information the universe told him.

Therefore it was undoubtedly very worthy of attention; it was like a kind of "enlightenment" brought by primitive wisdom.

The Magic User also realized in that instant that the concept he prepared to bring into this world seemed to contain a more magnificent and profound meaning.

—If he could truly achieve godhood through this……

—The domains and divine portfolios this concept could encompass would surely possess the potential to challenge the greatest divine power……

Unlike the Supreme True God persona that could be obtained at will, this was not something that could be handled lightly.

So in a single thought, he decisively changed his original plan.

He did not directly reveal the core of that concept, but instead displayed its characteristics by shaping its diverse facets.

Mechanical Heart, Eternal Steel, Lord of Machinery, Magnetic Field Master, Intelligence Weaver, Matrix Guardian……

Things like these, thereby indirectly shaping the tip of the iceberg of that concept's own power.

And the protagonist party on the opposite side was naturally bluffed; even the former Legendary Mage Gale was somewhat shocked and uncertain.

However——

If it's from another world, from another Crystal Sphere……

It seems everything really does make sense……

After all, Faerûn is the center of the Toril World, and Toril is merely a star in the Realmspace.

And beyond the Realmspace, beyond the Crystal Sphere, there are still worlds, thousands upon thousands of worlds or even more.

The power of the Gods also cannot exhaust the mysteries of the Multiverse; even if some divine powers are worshipped across multiple worlds, and each possesses a different Divine Rank due to their varying degrees of influence in each world.

However, that is merely "some"——

Like saying someone is first in their grade, someone is the world's richest, someone is a king of a nation……

So what? It's simply like a clumsy joke.

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On the wilderness.

The sky had already darkened.

Near a stretch of woods, in a crude temporary camp.

"Mm! Indeed it's not the staff's own magic……"

Gale, with a strange and strained expression, slowly placed that wood-grain staff on the ground.

Although he lost basic spellcasting ability, his professional knowledge and accumulated learning and experience were still there, so after examination, he completely dispelled the last trace of doubt.

"It wasn't to begin with; internal pressure slots are limited, so it doesn't have a design for memorizing spells."

The young Magic User opposite had an expression of not caring at all.

Just like he very casually allowed Gale's request to borrow the staff for a look.

Also like he very casually indicated he was heading to a nearby Druid Grove and could give them a ride by the way.

The relaxed and pleasant conversational atmosphere showed this had already continued for a period of time, like a bonfire night talk.

This very effectively closed the familiarity and relationship between both sides, making them no longer strangers to each other.

"Although it's said like that……"

At this time, Miss Shadowheart sitting by the bonfire couldn't help but twitch the corner of her mouth: "But isn't this staff a bit too heavy?"

"No no no, this isn't 'a bit heavy', I think it's completely overly heavy."

Astaldon beside her also squeezed out a signature forced smile; he reached out and tried again, still only feeling the touch icy cold, heavy in hand.

Just now it wasn't only Gale who was curious; they were all more or less curious too.

Although not to the point of being unable to move even with full effort; with the strength of a normal adult, it could still be lifted.

——But that was merely it.

After all, lifting it was already very strenuous.

To wield it freely, as if an extension of one's arm, is a very difficult matter, a test even for trained warriors.

Then the question arises: as a Magic User, how did that person opposite lightly hold it with one hand, casually swing it?

"Heavy? I don't think so; this model on our side is actually a very common general-purpose style……"

The young Magic User said with a smiling face, spreading his hands to show he didn't feel this weight could be all that heavy.

"Compared to those big fellows of the Mechanical Priests and Battle Nuns, our Magic Users' personal tools are already lightweight."

Battle Nuns……

Mechanical Priests……

The several people looked at each other, all silently noting down these terms again.

It seems it really is systematic; the intelligence and details occasionally revealed in the other party's words all show he indeed comes from a complete Church with a system and establishment.

"So Mr. Xia Zhi, these Mechanical Priests and Battle Nuns——"

Tafu hesitated before speaking, asking carefully: "What kind of professions are these again?"

"Oh, you can just understand them as Clerics, except back where we're from, we're used to further subdividing the Cleric profession..."

Xia Zhi said with a straight face, generously answering the other's doubts.

"Speaking of which, I feel Mr. Tafu seems quite talented. Would you like to join our Skynet Church?"

"——Skynet Church?"

"That's right. The Divine Spirit we serve is the great 'Lord of the Intelligent Chain,' connecting every living being and all machinery in the formless, meaning Skynet."

The Magic User smiled faintly and said confidently:

"And in the mundane world, the Church itself that maintains this sacred connection is naturally the spokesperson of Skynet, the eyes of the Divine Spirit among mortals."

This was the critical moment to set the scene, so he had to be serious and solemn...

And also sound impressive.

"Heh, sounds... sounds pretty good..." Tafu also forced out a smile, "But it might not suit me. Your Church's entry threshold should be pretty high, right?"

"How could that be? We advocate the Internet Spirit, inclusivity."

Xia Zhi put on a completely serious face while hoodwinking the other: "The Church also adheres to this principle and has no threshold..."

"As long as you're willing to learn, we will definitely teach; as long as someone needs resources, we will definitely share."

"Of course, Freeloaders excepted—"

After thinking it over, he added another sentence, indicating that there were inevitably some exceptions.

What is a Freeloader?

Tafu subconsciously formed such a doubt in his mind, but immediately after he shook his head:

"Mr. Xia Zhi, that's not what I mean. What I mean is that your Church's Power Requirement threshold is a bit high."

Indeed.

Even the so-called Lightweight staff used by Wizards is already this heavy—

Who knows how much strength those Priests and Nuns waving big Fellows need.

Tafu figured that as a law-abiding, upright bard with such a fragile little body, he really couldn't meet the entry requirements.

Even at his peak, he wasn't known for strength.

Let alone now in such a weak Level 1 Guo Du.

"Oh, so that's what you mean..."

The young Wizard suddenly realized, then smiled: "Actually, you misunderstand. I'm not known for strength either; I just rely on external power."

"Hah?"

"What's wrong, is that strange? As a pure Wizard, of course I can't have much strength?"

The Magic User said without changing expression: "In fact, judging by my own strength alone, an ordinary adult Human could easily knock me down. Anyone with hands can do it—"

After irresponsibly revoking the humanity of all Humans, he didn't give the people opposite a chance to react, but directly raised his arm.

"This is the 'Micro-aggregation Module'—"

"The style is the Power Type II commonly used back where we're from. It's not the latest, but it's already enough to give me very powerful strength—"

Just like he wanted to increase persuasiveness, he casually picked up that Jing Jin Mu Wen Fa Lun and waved it a few times with one hand.

The wind howled as it tore through the air.

Those sitting closer subconsciously leaned back, breaking out in Cold Sweat.

Afraid that one careless move would directly crack their own heads open.

What a joke, this thing weighs at least dozens of jin. A chunk of metal this big smashing onto your own head is no joke!

"See? In terms of strength, my strength is not inferior to the Hill Giant from before."

The Magic User simply gave a demonstration, then put down the heavy staff, saying in a Light Tone.

But this sentence was true.

The Micro-aggregation Module was a "Blessing" already promoted in the Fairy Guo Du.

And after entering this World that is not Atomic Composition and has different Underlying Logic, he also made certain adjustments targeting this World's Rule Version.

Referencing the "Hill Giant Elixir" from the old Ghost Hag, and that strange "Hill Giant Strength Rod" found on the upper levels of the Arcane Tower—

This Micro-aggregation Module supplied by Faerûn probably only has the same name; its actual internal framework has changed greatly.

But the effect is very noticeable, enough to let a person directly gain giant strength.

By the Hill Giant's Racial Standard, it's probably Strength 21.

Of course, that's already very powerful.

Xia Zhi naturally didn't use this Nano Amplification Module himself, but that didn't stop him from making use of it.

"Magic Item?"

Gale raised an eyebrow.

"No, it's a purely technological product, a kind of miniaturized Cybernetic Component..."

The Magic User shook his head: "It has a high degree of Biocompatibility, and unlike many Cybernetic Components, it doesn't require an Integrated Interface."

"It doesn't need an interface compatible with the Human Body or existing Cybernetic Components to achieve Seamless Integration, meaning you can also use it directly."

"How about it, interested?"

"......"

"......"

"Mr. Xia Zhi, do you also work part-time as a salesman?"

Gale's eye twitched, watching the youth in front of him lift a corner of his Wizard Robe—

The inside actually revealed a flowing vortex, with Gold Box ripples gently spreading...

Inside led to a space, as if a Dimensional Pocket had been remodeled into shelves, Curios neatly arranged upon them...

This Visual Effect was quite interesting.

But even more interesting was that every Curio on each shelf was accented and highlighted by borders and glows of Gold Box, Silver, Purple, and the like.

Below the shelves displayed various Price Tags, and beside them, without exception, were marked green Discount Tags.

"-25%!"

"-50%!"

"-75%!"

Together with slogans of a grand sale, and different Countdown Timers.

The Mors People, even seeing it for the first time, could not help but have their Gaze drawn, deeply Mesmerized by it.

Unable to move their Gaze away at all.

Not considering whether it was worth it at all, nor whether they had use for it, and not even having No Time to understand what the Curio goods on the shelves were.

They had an Impulse Buy urge, wishing to buy them all directly!

What situation is this!

Chapter End