Chapter 112: New Functions

Kelin and Kaxi sat in the vehicle returning to the center of the Inner City, Kaxi still saying with some disbelief.

"To think that Yingzhou really went to the Outer City? And he went all by himself!"

Kelin watched the buildings flashing by outside the window and spoke slowly, "Actually, those who want to drive the Beast Race out all have some ability. I wasn't wrong back then; he truly wants to wipe out the Beast Race. We all underestimated his intentions and his strength. I originally thought his strength was just decent, but now it seems he might be the most powerful Psionic among the random summons. He can cause such a huge stir in the Outer City all by himself."

"In any case, we still have hope of holding the Inner City. I hope those guys can be sensible and not stir up any trouble at such a critical time." Kaxi tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear and said softly.

"If they dare to pull any small tricks, don't blame me for using special measures in these special times." Kelin's tone turned cold, his right hand clenching into a fist.

When the vehicle stopped, the two stepped out and saw Zhao Jian and several others walking over with anxious expressions.

"Councilor Kelin, how is our Captain? Is there any news about him?" Zhao Jian asked with a hurried tone.

"Don't worry, Captain Ying even destroyed a camp where the Beast Race stored Rune Bullets today; that soaring firelight was his doing," Kelin said in a calm tone.

Upon hearing news of Yingzhou, the members of Yingzhou's squad first let out a sigh of relief, but then felt a sense of frustration; their Captain had gone to the most dangerous place, while they could only fret here, unable to help.

"What you need to do now is keep a close eye on those parasites and don't let them stir up any trouble; you mustn't let your Captain's efforts go to waste," Kelin said, seeing their anxiety.

"Yes, we will definitely keep a close watch on those guys."

Just then, Kelin's Secretary found him and whispered to Kelin and Kaxi.

"The Ninth Defense Zone has sent us a message, asking about our current situation."

Kelin and Kaxi exchanged a glance, and then Kelin said, "Our Inner City is being attacked by the Beast Race, and we have already held off the first wave of the attack."

"Understood, I will go reply now."

Giant Cedar District Guerrilla Gathering Place.

When Yingzhou opened his eyes again, he found those medical Xiunu were already waiting for him outside the door.

"Great God-Emperor, we have already spread those thoughts according to your requirements." The leading medical Xiunu saw Yingzhou open his eyes, immediately lowered her head, and said in a devout tone.

Yingzhou was in turmoil inside. Ah, right, you spread them, but why did you add your own private agenda? Why did you drag me into it? Wasn't I just giving you a lecture because I was afraid of social death?

But now that it had happened, Yingzhou could only ignore it for the time being; after all, the Beast Race had not yet been cleared out.

"I know. I have seen your Loyalty. You may go down first." Yingzhou controlled his facial expression and said with a normal look.

"We obey your will."

After the five medical Xiunu left, Yingzhou discovered that the system had finished upgrading and said with some excitement.

"System, hurry and tell me, what new functions have been added in this upgrade?"

"This upgrade adds Faith Value. Faith Value can be used to increase the Legion cap. The source of Faith Value is the people of this world developing trust in you in their hearts. When that trust reaches a certain level, it becomes Faith. At that point, you will possess Faith Value."

After hearing the system's explanation, Yingzhou pondered for a moment and asked, "Can I understand it as: when people in this world trust me to a certain degree, it transforms into Faith? And then Faith Value can be used to increase the Legion cap?"

"Yes. Furthermore, for those who have Faith in the Host, the Host can also consume Faith Value or points to improve their physical fitness. (Note: Physical fitness has a cap and cannot be improved infinitely; the cap varies from person to person.)"

Yingzhou raised his eyebrows upon hearing this, "It can do that too?"

"They have Faith in the Host; is it appropriate for the Host not to give some feedback?"

"Uh, I guess not? I've never been 'believed in' before, how could I know? I was just an ordinary office worker before; where would I have imagined these things would happen to me?" Yingzhou retorted.

"Also, for those who have Faith in the Host, the Host can sense their approximate location. This will become more precise as the Host's strength and Faith Value increase."

Yingzhou suddenly asked, "So, my 150,000 points just bought these functions?"

"Not at all. There are some functions the Host's strength is not yet sufficient for, so there is no need to mention them."

Yingzhou gritted his teeth and said, "Then I really thank you for your kindness; you are quite a 'good' system."

"You're welcome (^～^)"

"So how much Faith Value do I have now?" Yingzhou gave up on the idea of getting angry with the system and asked.

"The Host currently has 132 Faith Value. There are a total of 167 Humans who trust the Host, 132 of whom have begun to have Faith in the Host and are in the Host's vicinity. There are another 28 who trust the Host but are not in the Host's vicinity."

Hm? Yingzhou was surprised to hear this news and asked, "Then where are the remaining 28?"

"Ninth Defense Zone Settlement Area; there are 28 people there who trust the Host."

"Settlement Area? Are they... the survivors I met in the Zerg Hunting Ground?" Yingzhou recalled some things and asked.

"The specific identities will depend on the Host checking them. Faith Value: each person provides one point of Faith Value to the Host per day; devout prayer adds another point."

Although Yingzhou didn't like this, since it could increase the Legion cap and allow these ordinary people who had Faith in him to improve their physical fitness, there was no need to care so much about his own feelings.

"Is there any difference between increasing the Legion cap with Faith Value and increasing it with my points?"

"After increasing the Legion cap with points, it consumes the Host's Spiritual Power to summon. After increasing the Legion cap with Faith Value, it consumes points and Faith Value to summon the Legion. Furthermore, the two Legion caps are independent. Legions summoned by consuming Faith Value and points cannot be recalled at will; recalling them requires consuming additional points. Those summoned by consuming the Host's Spiritual Power can be recalled."

Yingzhou finally understood: this Faith Value was meant for his soldiers to go save those survivors in his name, and then after those survivors returned, they would slowly transition from trusting him to having Faith in him, which would then provide him with Faith Value.

After providing Faith Value, he could summon more soldiers to save more people, forming a virtuous cycle.

Well, the condition of consuming points to recall the Legion was a bit harsh, but wouldn't it be fine if he just didn't recall them easily?

Regardless, this could be considered a good thing. Thinking of this, Yingzhou nodded.