Chapter 450

"The game 'Star River' was originally designed by our Blue Star Alliance in the future, and our Ark team used special methods to replicate it into this era."

"But due to a certain special reason, many of the technologies contained within this game are far ahead of Blue Star by countless generations; whether we can truly use its contents to achieve cross-dimensional communication, our team still needs extensive research before reaching a conclusion."

"The reason I say this is because the Ark team’s connection with future Blue Star is also achieved through this game," said Dr. Chen slowly.

"You can use 'Star River' to communicate with the future?" Wang Yu’s face showed unmistakable surprise.

"Student Ding, given your core role in the 'Opening Heaven Project,' you now have clearance to know certain things about the 'Star River' game."

"I can tell you three things now."

"First, the core materials used to create this game actually came from the Kli."

"Second, in a certain sense, this game is a collaborative simulation product of Blue Star’s three super quantum computers."

"Third, the game itself has always been running automatically according to some pattern, and is not under anyone’s control," Dr. Chen added, uttering several statements that left Wang Yu stunned.

"If it’s a product of three quantum computers’ simulations, why is 'Star River' uncontrollable?" Wang Yu asked, puzzled.

"I cannot reveal much more about 'Star River.' In truth, I know very little myself, since I’m not responsible for 'Star River' research within the Blue Star Alliance—but Lei Sa likely knows more. If you’re truly interested, you may ask him, though whether he’ll tell you is another matter," replied Dr. Chen, his gaze flickering slightly.

"Mr. Lei Sa? Then I’ll definitely have to seek his advice when the chance arises," said Wang Yu, his surprise fading slightly as he exhaled softly—he had met the leader of the Ark team several times in recent days.

"Set aside 'Star River' for now. The Lunar Palace will be fully installed and calibrated within seven days according to plan, so your first active dimensional transit attempt will be scheduled ten days from now."

"How prepared are you? Given the different time flow rates between the two worlds, the longer you stay on Blue Star, the more dangerous your cultivation world body becomes," said Dr. Chen seriously to Wang Yu.

"I have nothing much to prepare. In the past few weeks, I’ve been studying various martial arts and cold weapon techniques from our world, and also experimenting with things that might prove useful in the cultivation realm."

"Doctor, the 'Thunder Acupuncture Body Strengthening' method you recommended—I’ve already felt some effects, and it seems I could replicate it in the cultivation world," replied Wang Yu after thinking.

"The so-called 'Thunder Acupuncture Body Strengthening' is actually a research outcome from another base studying ancient martial arts enhancement."

"In simple terms, it combines principles of ancient martial arts meridians and acupoints with electrical stimulation to activate body cells and achieve physical strengthening."

"Though its effects are far less obvious than your Four Beasts Art, it has the advantage of requiring no innate talent—anyone can use it—and carries considerable potential for long-term effectiveness."

"Additionally, as per your request, besides this Thunder Acupuncture method, I’ve had the Chinese government arrange two other instructors for you: one is the world’s strongest hypnotist in this era, Master Depa, who should arrive at the base tomorrow."

"Unlike the telepathic hypnotists you’ve met before, he possesses no psychic abilities or extraordinary mental strength, yet he’s been hailed as the strongest hypnotist on all of Blue Star—even in our future Blue Star Alliance, he’s a legendary figure."

"Now that you mention it, I’m quite interested in this Master Depa. Who’s the other person?" asked Wang Yu, intrigued.

"The other is also a Chinese ancient martial artist—an old man known as 'Wu Zu,' and the oldest surviving ancient martial artist alive today."

"This old man currently resides overseas and is expected to arrive at the base two days later."

"He will personally teach you three days of ancient martial arts; the three members of the Wu Shen Squad all saw their strength surge dramatically after receiving direct instruction from this 'Wu Zu,'" replied Dr. Chen without hesitation.

"To be called 'Wu Zu'—this old man must truly be extraordinary," said Wang Yu, visibly moved.

"Additionally, the newly formed 'Opening Heaven Team,' after research and discussion, has decided to add you a new accelerated course in the coming period—to help the team gather data and information needed for the 'Opening Heaven Project,' while also aiding your foothold in the cultivation realm," added Dr. Chen after a moment’s thought.

"What kind of accelerated course?" asked Wang Yu, surprised.

"Didn’t you previously express interest in the base’s mechanical exoskeleton armor?" countered Dr. Chen.

"Yes. I’ve toured the latest several models of mechanical exoskeletons at the base—I feel such devices could also play a significant role in the cultivation realm."

"Of course, I only want the most rudimentary, rugged version, with no need for any precision components," replied Wang Yu seriously.

"You’re right. Though we don’t know how well Blue Star technology adapts in the cultivation realm, based on the information you previously brought back, the higher the level of Blue Star technology, the more it’s weakened there."

"Therefore, the base has already had specialists rush-design a simplified military exoskeleton fully meeting your requirements—and this has also sparked some ideas within the Opening Heaven Team," said Dr. Chen, looking at Wang Yu with deep implication.

"Doctor, when I first returned to the base, you told me the Saitan Project had been renamed the 'Opening Heaven Project,' and that I’d become its core member 'Pangu.' But you never explained what the Opening Heaven Project actually is. Even beyond you and Mr. Lei Sa, I don’t know who else is on this Opening Heaven Team—how am I supposed to cooperate with you?" asked Wang Yu, frowning.

"One, from the cultivation realm information you brought back, high-level cultivators there possess the special ability 'Soul Search,' which allows them to actively probe an enemy cultivator’s mind for all information. To be safe, you still shouldn’t know too much about the Opening Heaven Project."

"As the core of this project, your task now is to protect yourself in the cultivation realm and gather as much information and data about this world as possible for Blue Star."

"As for the new course the Opening Heaven Team has arranged for you, it involves having specialists teach you how to implement several fundamental Blue Star technologies under the most rudimentary conditions in the cultivation realm."

"If successful, we may have the chance to fully replicate the Blue Star technological system into the cultivation world, saving the Opening Heaven Project countless detours," explained Dr. Chen.

"Fundamental technologies? Can you give an example?" asked Wang Yu, thoughtful after listening.

"For instance, have you attempt to manufacture the most primitive types of power generation devices; if successful, then assemble crude electric lathes, drills, and so on, to see whether certain modern industrial production lines from Blue Star can function in the cultivation world."

"Or teach you how to formulate several different types of gunpowder recipes, to see which one is least weakened in the cultivation realm; or have you attempt to manufacture several representative crude firearms, to test just how threatening they are to cultivators."

"It might also involve teaching you how to verify certain Blue Star chemical formulas or special alloys—all of which are critical data needed for the Opening Heaven Project."

"Of course, since this is an accelerated course, you don’t need to learn any theoretical principles—only how to implement these things using conditions available in the cultivation realm," said Dr. Chen solemnly.

"I understand. I’ll study these diligently. But before attempting the dimensional transit, I have two requests," said Wang Yu after thinking.

"What requests? Speak up. If they’re feasible, I and the rest of the team will try our best to fulfill them," replied Dr. Chen without the slightest surprise.